School: Derries (roll number 11388)
- Location:
- Derries, Co. Donegal
- Teacher: Meadhbh Bean Uí Chiaráin
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- A hard boiled egg is often used for a head ache. The egg should be applied to the forehead, and left there until it is cold.
A whipping with a bunch of nettles is good for hysteria. Laurel leaf and daisy roots are good for a burn, also fresh butter is good.
Rub of a person’s hand is the “Three Best Names” for a sprain is a very good cure.- Collector
- Margaret Durean
- Gender
- Female
- Address
- Legnanornoge, Co. Donegal
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- Mrs W. Durean
- Gender
- Female
- Address
- Glasskeeragh, Co. Donegal