>From what I recall, 420 started as a euphemism in San Rafael in 1971 and
now everyone who wants to be cool uses the term.  That, of course, makes it
very uncool.  FWIW, those who "420ed" before September 1971  needed 
neither slang nor argot.  We just lit up and had a nice day <LOL>

Shel 


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> Speaking of the bay area, I got a kick out of your "420" mention. 
> I was married to MJ for at least 20 years, but it was just the other 
> day that I learned what 420 means. That's a hip, PC term. I'm just an 
> old codger who's been there and done that ...

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