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School: Rush (C.) (roll number 16125)

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Rush, Co. Dublin
Teacher:
Mrs Monahan
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The Schools’ Collection, Volume 0785, Page 243

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    In the district of Rush the Robin is always seen from the Autumn to the beginning of Summer. The Robin builds its nest in the eaves of houses or in an old boot or barrel.
    A story is told about the robin. People say that when Our Lord was dying on the Cross, the little robin came to pick a thorn from His head and that the blood dropped on the robins breast and ever since he has a red breast. Many people believe this story.
    Transcribed by a member of our volunteer transcription project.
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        1. religious tales (~1,085)
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      1. animal-lore (~1,185)
        1. bird-lore (~2,478)
    Language
    English
    Collector
    Kathleen Clarke
    Gender
    Female
    Address
    Rush, Co. Dublin