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School: New Ross (Mercy Convent) (roll number 967)

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New Ross, Co. Wexford
Teacher:
Sr Philomena
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    One of the party silently stole away, and concealed himself in the crypt, although it was pitch dark. Perhaps he may have candles or other means of light, with him.
    The other gambler, who made the bet, arrived there shortly after, and searched around cautiously to find a scull somewhere in the crypt.
    He however made out one, he took it up, and was coming away with it, when a voice rang out, "Leave
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    History Edit
    Language
    English
    Collector
    Biddy Dalton
    Gender
    Female
    Age
    12
    Address
    Maudlins, Co. Wexford
    Informant
    Mr Dalton
    Gender
    Male
    Address
    Maudlins, Co. Wexford