School: Maghcromtha (B.)

Location:
Macroom, Co. Cork
Teacher:
Pádraig Ó Deasmhumhna
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The Schools’ Collection, Volume 0342, Page 277

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  1. Brogue-making.
    "Brogue" making was once an important industry here. They were sown with thongs, and turned up in front.
    They were disposed of locally, and used to be taken to other towns in large "kishes" or baskets. Hence the old saying "As ignorant as a 'kish' of brogues".
    Transcribed by a member of our volunteer transcription project.
  2. Shoemaking.
    There were within easy memory upwards of a score of shoemaking establishments, which meant up to 50 workmen.
    Now there are only four or five, and they spend less time making new boots or shoes than in "cobbling", which they find more profitable.
    Transcribed by a member of our volunteer transcription project.
    Topics
    1. activities
      1. economic activities
        1. trades and crafts (~4,680)
    Language
    English
    Informant
    James Kelly
    Gender
    Male
    Age
    62
    Address
    Masseytown, Co. Cork