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School: Cillín Liath, Drom Dhá Liag (roll number 13412)

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Killeenleagh, Co. Cork
Teacher:
Conchobhar de Paor
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The Schools’ Collection, Volume 0293, Page 436

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  1. Local Fairs (continued)

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    putting black spots on their backs. When an animal is sold the rope or halter is given with it.
    The "Big Fair" is held annually in Drimoleague in September 25th.
    There is a horse fair held in Skibbereen every year on Aug. 25th.
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  2. The Care of the Feet

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    Long ago the people never wore a boot or a shoe until they were twelve years of age. I heard of a woman who never wore a shoe except while she was going to mass.
    The children at present go barefoot in Summer but
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    History Edit
    Topics
    1. objects
      1. clothing and accessories (~2,403)
        1. shoes (~1,841)
    Language
    English
    Collector
    Mary Mac Carthy
    Gender
    Female
    Address
    Killeenleagh, Co. Cork
    Informant
    Mrs Margaret Mc Carthy
    Gender
    Male
    Address
    Killeenleagh, Co. Cork