School: Doire Ó gCuanaigh (roll number 8991)

Location:
Derrygoony, Co. Monaghan
Teacher:
L. Mac Áinlighe
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The Schools’ Collection, Volume 0940, Page 193

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  1. Song (continued)

    It would take a tear from the

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  2. My mind was bent on rambling upon one morning fair,
    I was struck with admiration as my cource I chanced to steer
    The pinks and daisys blooming were easily to be seen
    And added to their luster was our own immortal green.

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    On the 15th of October that day of great renown
    I hopped upon my blackthorn the length of Shercock town
    Its there I spied a multitude of Nationalists so gay
    The music was delightful while
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