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School: Kilcornan (roll number 2911)

Location:
Moig East Glebe, Co. Limerick
Teacher:
Pádraig Ó Maidín
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The Schools’ Collection, Volume 0503, Page 433

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  2. Local Marriage Customs

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    Local Marriage Customs.
    At what period of the year do marriages take place locally? - On Shrove and Easter. A lot of marriages take place during Easter week.
    What days and months of the year are thought unlucky for marriage? - On Fridays and Saturdays and May and August are thought unlucky months for marriages.
    Are any local beliefs connected with Shrove? - No.
    Are matches made in your district? - yes.
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