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Paper Coffins a Tough Sell in China

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Some people want to try and save the environment even on their literal death bed - and you can do this with a new paper coffin that is being marketed in China. The sturdy coffins use less wood, weigh less and burn in half the time. Other eco-friendly accessories are being sold with the paper coffins.

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