School: Liathdruim, Cill Mhichíl (roll number 4433)
- Location:
- Leitrim, Co. Clare
- Teacher: P. Ó Conbhaidhe
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- Michael King
- Gender
- Male
- Address
- Sheeaun, Co. Clare
- Informant
- Mr Michael Donlan
- Gender
- Male
- Address
- Cahercannavan, Co. Clare