School: O'Brennan, Baile Mhic Ealgóid, Tráighlí
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- Tonreagh Lower, Co. Kerry
- Teacher: Pádraig Ó Loingsigh
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- (c) References to strong men would not be complete without mentioning the performances of Mic. Reidy. Reidy who livid with his widowed mother on her holding at Knockavinane and followed farming pursuits. At the age of 19, in 1914 he entered the Athletic arena in weight-throwing events. The venue was Tralee sportsfield where the annual county championship sports were held(continues on next page)