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School: Liathdruim, Cill Mhichíl (roll number 4433)

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Leitrim, Co. Clare
Teacher:
P. Ó Conbhaidhe
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The Schools’ Collection, Volume 0601, Page 151

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    The Irish have always been known to be a very superstitious race. Their pishouges relating to marriage were very interesting and amusing.
    When a match was all arranged the bridegroom repaired to the bride's house with his men friends only, for the picking of the gander. It being generally believed if he took women as well his bride would not live long.
    If on the wedding day the couple on their way to church met a red haired woman or a magpie they turned back and arranged another day for the marriage. They believed a red haired
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    History Edit
    Language
    English
    Collector
    Senan Cushen
    Gender
    Male
    Address
    Sheeaun, Co. Clare
    Informant
    Michael Cushen
    Gender
    Male
    Address
    Sheeaun, Co. Clare