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  1. Regarding the tassels:  They represent the old muzzle loading  containers that held powder and a ball or shot.  They were carried by "game keepers" or gun carriers for a "quick" second shot rather than measuring out powder, pouring it down the muzzle, and then loading some lead, either ball or shot.  They were made from wood, leather or bone.  Eventually paper was used as a wrapping and in place of a piece of cloth.  At least it is one theory.  Stan  

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