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School: Ceann Breac (C.) (roll number 13452)

Location:
Canbrack, Co. Mayo
Teachers:
Mrs Ruane Mrs Ruane
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The Schools’ Collection, Volume 0119, Page 290

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    Oftentimes the quiet scene is disturbed by the arrival of 'strawboys'. These are neighbouring boys so well disguised in strange garments that they could not be recognised. The man of the house generally received them kindly and gave them plenty of drink. If received otherwise they might prove destructive.
    Transcribed by a member of our volunteer transcription project.
    History Edit
    Topics
    1. activities
      1. social activities (~7)
        1. rites of passage (~573)
          1. marriage (~4,283)
    Language
    English