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School: Doohamlet

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Doohamlat, Co. Monaghan
Teacher:
P. Mac an Bháird
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The Schools’ Collection, Volume 0936, Page 226

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The Schools’ Collection, Volume 0936, Page 226

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  1. A Funny Story (continued)

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    him how long have you this cart, "I have it since it was a barrow, says he. The Guard had to laugh at him, for he knew well he stole it.
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  2. Proverbs

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    Them that talk most works least.
    A good laugh and a long sleep are the two best cures in the doctor's book.
    He is a good hurler who sits on the ditch.
    An excuse is nearer to a woman than her apron.
    The war of friends doesn't long last.
    Marry a mountain woman and
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      1. verbal arts (~1,483)
        1. proverbs (~4,377)
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