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School: Carrowreagh (roll number 16884)

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Carrowreagh, Co. Donegal
Teacher:
Annie Davidson
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The Schools’ Collection, Volume 1109, Page 120

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  1. Herbs (Additional Cures)

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    (1) Tail-slip - When a cow after calving takes "Tail-slip":-
    Split the tail & put garlic in the cut, & swill it round with a cloth, the cow will get power again, & will be able to get up to her feet
    (2) Tie a piece of Garlic round your wrist and it will cure the tooth-ache.
    (3) Put a piece of garlic in your boot, & wear it, When it will got through your whole body, & purify your blood.
    Transcribed by a member of our volunteer transcription project.
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    Topics
    1. activities
      1. medical practice
        1. folk medicine (~11,815)
    Language
    English
    Informant
    Mrs Foster
    Gender
    Female
    Address
    Bridge End, Co. Donegal

  2. Cure for Cancer

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    (1) Gather the blossom of the red Clover, which is plentiful in the fields, stew it and drink frequently.
    (2) The Common Sting Nettle stewed and drank is a sure cure for pleúrisy
    Transcribed by a member of our volunteer transcription project.
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