School: Bouleenshere (C.) (roll number 12865)

Location:
Booleenshare, Co. Kerry
Teacher:
Mary A. Walsh
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    was made to pay him for marrying the pair. Late in the evening those who were not invited to the wedding dressed up as "Straw boys" they came disguised so that they would not be known. When they arrived at the house, they took the kitchen to themselves and danced first with the bride. They got refreshments also, and after nine or ten dances they went back to their homes quietly.
    Transcribed by a member of our volunteer transcription project.
    Topics
    1. activities
      1. social activities (~7)
        1. rites of passage (~573)
          1. marriage (~4,283)
    Language
    English
    Informant
    Edmond Flahive
    Gender
    Male
    Age
    60
    Address
    Glenderry, Co. Kerry