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School: St Johnston (2)

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Saint Johnstown, Co. Donegal
Teacher:
S. Mac Giolla Bhríghde
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The Schools’ Collection, Volume 1106, Page 141

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  1. An Irish Farewell (continued)

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    When they arrive at the station
    You can hear their last cry
    Their handkerchiefs waving
    Their bidding goodbye
    Home in Old Ireland no longer they'll stay
    For thousands are sailing to America.
    Transcribed by a member of our volunteer transcription project.
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