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School: Teamhrán (C.) (roll number 14834)

Location:
Tavraun, Co. Mayo
Teacher:
Áine, Bean Mhic Conmara
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The Schools’ Collection, Volume 0113, Page 234

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    he should turn back because it is said he would have no luck for the day.
    It is said that it is unlucky to put out ashes New Year's day
    Some people say there is great luck in a black cat
    If people were going from an old house to a new one it is unlucky to bring a cat with them but you would have great luck to bring a dog
    If a man was going to a fair and saw a safety pin on the road he will have luck if he picks it up.
    It is said when a person comes
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    Transcribed by a member of our volunteer transcription project.
    History Edit
    Topics
    1. genre
      1. belief (~391)
        1. folk belief (~2,535)
    Language
    English
    Collector
    Annie Marie Dunleavy
    Gender
    Female
    Address
    Tavraun, Co. Mayo
    Informant
    Mrs James Shannon
    Gender
    Female
    Age
    70
    Address
    Tavraun, Co. Mayo