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by Anonymous on November 2nd, 2009
I think it is to distinguish the original from a photocopy at a glance. +5
by D.J. on November 2nd, 2009
Because when mass production of legal writing paper came to be, the originals of many important legal documents hed deteriorated into a yellowish color, and the newly available 'legal pads,' were emulating those aging standards. I can certify without a doubt that I just made that shit up.
by Kewl Guy - has gone 360 on November 2nd, 2009
so they would stand out...I guess
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That sounds like a good possibility. Thank you Major Tom.
by Nancy on November 2nd, 2009