School: Cluain Uamha (C.) (roll number 12828)
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- Cloyne, Co. Cork
- Teacher: E. Geeleher
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- Shrove Tuesday (match making).
Another very old custom long ago was match-making. It wasn't only the people themselves that were engaged making the match, but several other people. The girl would have her clothes a few weeks before it took place. The match may not be made until twelve o'clock at night and the pair would be(continues on next page)