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omni-not
11-22-2000, 02:27 PM
Why on a Thursday? Why not do the civilized thing and celebrate it on a Monday (as we Canadians), or even on a Friday?
Stylus
11-22-2000, 02:53 PM
Because we lazy Americans would prefer to have a FOUR day weekend!
Saltire
11-22-2000, 03:00 PM
Just WAGging, but how's this: If you had it on Friday, a lot of Americans wouldn't be able to pig out (which is what the whole thing's about, anyway). Until fairly recently, Catholics observed dietary restrictions on Fridays.

And Monday? Who'd want to go to work the day after a feast?
GaryM
11-22-2000, 03:01 PM
If U.S. Thanksgiving were on a Friday, the first Christmas Season shopping day would be on a Saturday. And the stores are just too crowded on Saturdays!
omni-not
11-22-2000, 03:14 PM
I was hoping for a more 'logical'/'rational' explanation. Guess some of you are already...in the spirit. My WAG (totally unofficial): To give you 'a bit more time' to give thanks.:D
Phobos
11-22-2000, 03:43 PM
of course, Cecil has the answers...
http://www.straightdope.com/classics/a2_147.html
omni-not
11-22-2000, 04:45 PM
Amateur mistake. I shoulda known (or at least strongly suspected).

Thanks.