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School: St John of God Convent, Rathdowney (roll number 16203)

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The Schools’ Collection, Volume 0828, Page 123

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The Schools’ Collection, Volume 0828, Page 123

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  1. Marriage Customs (continued)

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    a meeting of the parties. These meetings generally took place in a public house in the market town and great was the discussion as to the fortune or other consideration which the bride would bring to the intended. These discussions usually ended in compromise when a bottle of Whiskey was produced and a match of satisfaction was made.
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  2. A Match in the Making

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    Teresa Maher
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