School: An Clochar, Oileán Ciarraí (roll number 14952)

Location:
Castleisland, Co. Kerry
Teacher:
An tSr. Caoimhín
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The Schools’ Collection, Volume 0447, Page 106

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The Schools’ Collection, Volume 0447, Page 106

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  1. Candle-making:-
    The old people used to pour the melted fat of a cow into long, narrow, moulds. A nail to which a cord was tied, was first placed at the bottom of the mould. This cord passed through the melted fat, and was fastened to another nail on top. This was allowed to stand until set. Then it was placed before the fire
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    Topics
    1. activities
      1. economic activities
        1. trades and crafts (~4,680)
    Language
    English
    Collector
    Bridie Carmody
    Gender
    Female
    Informant
    Mr Thomas Wren
    Gender
    Male
    Address
    Ballyduff, Co. Kerry