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School: An Clochar, Banada (roll number 11887)

Location:
Banada, Co. Sligo
Teacher:
An tSr M. de Lellis
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The Schools’ Collection, Volume 0173, Page 141

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  1. Song of Banada (continued)

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    Farewell to that Abbey my heart's pride and joy.
    As the sun is declining, how brightly its shining.
    On the grand pleasant waters of that old River Moy.
    Shall I ever again see that grand ancient Alley.
    Where I ballplayed and rambled every day as a rule.
    Shall I ever again see that beautiful Convent.
    Where I spent happy hours when I first went to school.
    Now alas! I will never return to your bosom.
    Though my thought's and Good wishes are ever so keen.
    And the spot where my poor old aged parents are resting.
    Where the laurel and ivy are
    (continues on next page)
    Transcribed by a member of our volunteer transcription project.
    History Edit
    Language
    English
    Collector
    Bridget Ryan
    Gender
    Female
    Address
    Tullymoy, Co. Sligo