In the 18th century, the Swedish government made coffee and its paraphernalia (including cups and dishes) illegal for its supposed ties to rebellious sentiment.
SEMELE
Sem"e*le, n. Etym: [L., fr. Gr. (Gr. Myth.)
Definition: A daughter of Cadmus, and by Zeus mother of Bacchus.
Source: Webster’s Unabridged Dictionary 1913 Edition
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