School: Árd Loicín Mór

Location:
Ardlagheen More or Highlake, Co. Roscommon
Teacher:
An Bráthair Brian Mac Dubhghaill
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  1. The sound of the huntsman's horn
    The trap of the horses feet,
    And the neighbouring swain that morn
    All come to the opening meet.
    II
    Of the old Roscommon Stag hounds
    Then so well and widely known.
    Their hunting prowess knew no bounds
    Full of mussle, brawn and bone.
    III
    Southpark House was the starting place
    Was enfete [?] for the opening meet.
    Where all comers to the chase
    Received a welcome treat.
    IV
    After their sumptuous repast
    They moved off in gallant array,
    To Lisolway Cross trotting fast
    Where the stag was enlarged that day.
    V
    Their scarlet coats and shining steels
    Glistened in the sun's brght ray.
    The hounds close on the Master's heels
    And prancing for the opening day.
    (continues on next page)
    Transcribed by a member of our volunteer transcription project.
    Language
    English
    Informant
    Patrick (Senior) Dayer
    Gender
    Male
    Age
    65
    Occupation
    Farmer
    Address
    Ballyglass (Mahon), Co. Galway