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School: Caisleán Gael (roll number 15337)

Location:
Castlegal, Co. Sligo
Teacher:
M. Ó Tiománaidhe
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The Schools’ Collection, Volume 0156, Page 206

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  1. A Hurling Match (continued)

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    Hudie McGloin and his men or team were playing a friendly match on the Strand when the Leitrim men arrived. Gettins who was the leader wore a sword and a uniform cap. This I believe was to show his authority. McGloin had a similar attire. When Gettins arrived, he walked over to McGloin and said "Take off your cap and salute me".
    Naturally he refused to do so. Then the challenge took place; the losing side having to salute the other and then clear off playing ground.
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    1. activities
      1. social activities (~7)
        1. entertainments and recreational activities (~5,933)
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