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School: Drumshanbo (C.) (roll number 12873)

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Drumshanbo, Co. Leitrim
Teacher:
Margaret Flynn
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The Schools’ Collection, Volume 0207, Page 052

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    Making of Rush Candles.
    Rushes of a good strong type were gathered from dry drains or marshy places. These were cut into the required lengths, tied in small bundles and left to season over the fire.
    When dry the rushes were pealed leaving a tiny strip of the rush's green coat to support the candle. They were then rolled in rendered fat in a grisset and left to stiffen. They were then ready for use.
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    History Edit
    Topics
    1. activities
      1. economic activities
        1. trades and crafts (~4,680)
    Language
    English
    Collector
    Monica Tierney
    Gender
    Female
    Informant
    Mrs Tierney
    Gender
    Female
    Address
    Drumshanbo, Co. Leitrim