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School: Áthán (B.), Lios na Groighe (roll number 14173)

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Áthán, Co. Luimnigh
Teacher:
Seán Ó Héalaithe
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The Schools’ Collection, Volume 0523, Page 387

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  1. The Turf Man from Ardee

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    I
    For sake of health I took a walk,
    One day at early dawn
    I met a jolly gentleman
    As I slowly walken along
    The grandest conversation passed
    Between himself and me
    Till at last I got acquainted
    With the turf man from Ardee.
    II
    We chatted very freely
    As we walked along the road
    He says my ass is tired
    And I want to sell my load
    For I had no refreshment since
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