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School: Clochar na Trócaire, Carn Domhnaigh (roll number 16821)

Location:
Ballylosky, Co. Donegal
Teacher:
An tSr. M. Beirín Ní Bhaoighill
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  1. Noted Singers

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    Some of the best singers in this locality are:- William Davenport, the Bridge, Carndonagh, and Mrs. Eugene Dohery, Diamond, Carndonagh.
    Mr. Davenport is a famed singer, and sings at "big nights" in the locality. Mrs. Doherty was the leader of the old choir in the chapel, and, she possesses a voice of remarkable quality.
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  2. Dancers

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    The best dancer is Denis Doherty, Ballylosky, Carndonagh. Mr. Doherty, has won several trophies in Boston and New York.
    Another good Irish step-dancer is Mr. Eddie Doherty(Mullier), Church Cottage, Carndonagh. He has won many medals at the local Feis.
    Other famous dancers are:-
    Dan Doherty, Allashane, Carndonagh, James Mac Candless
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      1. historical persons (~5,068)
    Language
    English
    Informant
    Miss Sarah Nelson
    Gender
    Female
    Address
    Ballybeg, Co. Donegal