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School: Sráid (C.) (roll number 14370)

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An tSráid, Co. Mhaigh Eo
Teacher:
Bean Uí Liodáin
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The Schools’ Collection, Volume 0124, Page 86

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    "It wasn't off the wind he took it."
    When a person did anything wrong or that was not praiseworthy, the people of this district usually say "It wasn't off the wind he took it" meaning some of his ancestors did likewise.
    "Kind father for him"
    An old saying with the same meaning and used frequently in this district.
    Transcribed by a member of our volunteer transcription project.
    History Edit
    Topics
    1. seánra
      1. ealaín bhéil (~1,483)
    Language
    English
    Collector
    Máire Ní Liodáin
    Gender
    Female
    Address
    An tSráid, Co. Mhaigh Eo