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School: Lochán na mBan (roll number 7816)

Location:
Loughaunnaman, Co. Mayo
Teacher:
Tomás Ó Conghaile
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The Schools’ Collection, Volume 0099, Page 310

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  1. Ballyhowley Castle (continued)

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    It is in a good state of preservation although it is old. There are spiral steps leading to a green platform on top outside. It is occupied at present by Mr Patrick O Brien who bought it a long time ago. It is situated on the main road from Claremorris to Knock.
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  2. How Kilkenny Came to Knock First

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    About half way between here and Claremorris is a lake. This lake is called loch - na - nEannach. There is a road or passage through this lake.
    Long ago a band of men from Sligo town set out to rob and plunder the English settlements. They were attacked by a band of English soldiers. The men jumped on their horses. The chase was a long and hard one. When they came to this lake
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    Language
    English
    Collector
    Helen Conway
    Gender
    Female
    Address
    Ballinsmaula, Co. Mayo
    Informant
    Dr C. Maguire
    Occupation
    Doctor
    Address
    Claremorris, Co. Mayo