School: Kilmacrennan (roll number 8461)

Location:
Kilmacrenan, Co. Donegal
Teacher:
Anna B. McMahon
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The Schools’ Collection, Volume 1081, Page 120

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  1. When we see the cat sitting with her back to the fire we expect rain.
    The sheep and goats come down from the hills and stay near the house when rain and storm are coming.
    When we see the dog eating grass it is a sure sign that rain is near hand.
    A red ring round the moon is a sure sign of rain.
    When we hear the peacock crying it foretells a storm.
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      1. weather-lore (~6,442)
    Language
    English
    Collector
    Violet Russell
    Gender
    Female