School: St Fiachra's Kilkenny (roll number 11750)

Location:
Kilkenny, Co. Kilkenny
Teacher:
Seán Ó Gealagáin
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  1. Folklore
    The Wonderful Bottle
    Part ll
    Then Molly, (that was his wife's name) Michael and all the children sat down at the table and made a hearty meal. When it was over, Molly put the plates away carefully. Next day Michael went to the city, sold a gold dish, and bought a horse and cart. Molly and he kept their secret closely. Often they called forth the tiny men and had a splendid meal; and in this way the added to their store of golden dishes. One day, the landlord asked Michael how he had become so rich, and Michael was foolish enough to
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