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School: Doire Clathach (roll number 11931)

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Derryclogh Upper, Co. Cork
Teacher:
Éamonn Mac Firbisigh
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The Schools’ Collection, Volume 0299, Page 299

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    While taking this account Mr. ODriscoll made use of the mould which I had to illustrate how it was done.
    The mould was first of all turned upside down as is shown in diagram page 98. The (thread) wick which consisted of thick Cotton or Woollen Thread was then put through it and brought out through the opening marked A. A little bit of the thread was left showing outside the opening and then this hole was stuffed around with paper, or some times a bit of a cipin was put in it.
    Across the Bottom of the mould at B.C. there was pealed a bit of a stick called a "Buaircín". The Thread was
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    History Edit
    Topics
    1. activities
      1. economic activities
        1. trades and crafts (~4,680)
          1. candle-making (~728)
    Language
    English
    Informant
    Jeremiah W. O' Driscoll
    Age
    70
    Address
    Drimoleague, Co. Cork