School: Coradh Chaitlín (C.)

Location:
Newmarket on Fergus, Co. Clare
Teacher:
Eibhlin, Bean Mhic Conmara
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  1. If you see flies in the evening it is a sign of rain.
    Mountains that are far away appear very near when it is going to rain
    If the flags round the fire are damp it is a sign of rain
    If you see blue light in the fire it is a sign of rain.
    Informant:- Mr. J. Hastings. N.T.
    Newmarket - on - Fgs,
    Co,. Clare
    Transcribed by a member of our volunteer transcription project.
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    Mr J. Hastings
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    Newmarket on Fergus, Co. Clare