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School: Ray (2) (roll number 16607)

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Ray, Co. Donegal
Teacher:
Seósaimhín Ní Ghallchobhair
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The Schools’ Collection, Volume 1086, Page 109

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    the bottom of the creel. When the creels are made there are ropes put to either side for to hang on the saddle of a donkey. These creels are mostly used for bringing turf out of bogs or to go to places where horses and carts cannot be taken.
    Baskets:- The frame of the basket is made like a hoop with a thick rod. Then there were more thick rods added. Thinner ones were then entwined in these until the basket is made. These baskets are used for carrying pests.
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    History Edit
    Topics
    1. activities
      1. economic activities
        1. trades and crafts (~4,680)
    Language
    English
    Collector
    Róise Níc Giolla Cheara
    Gender
    Female
    Address
    Baile Uí Shírín, Co. Donegal
    Informant
    Seamus Mac Giolla Cheara
    Gender
    Male
    Age
    70
    Occupation
    Feirmeoir
    Address
    Baile Uí Shírín, Co. Donegal