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School: Askeaton (C.) (roll number 2040)

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Askeaton, Co. Limerick
Teacher:
Áine, Bean Mhic Eoin
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The Schools’ Collection, Volume 0502, Page 266

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    Many objects were put on the walls of houses in olden times in honour of special saints. Some people made St. Bridget's Cross and others St. Patrick's Cross. They were made from Kilkishes (?) and branches of Palm trees. Others hung the cross overhead the door.
    On May Eve Holy Water is shaken on the castle, on gardens on houses and people to keep away the fairies.
    Bridget O'Donnell, Ballinachera
    Transcribed by a member of our volunteer transcription project.
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    Language
    English
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    Bridget O' Donnell
    Gender
    Female
    Address
    Ballynacaheragh, Co. Limerick