School: Gleann na gCreabhar (Anglesboro), Baile Mhistéala (roll number 10262)

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1. Local Poets (continued)

   

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   "Ned Forde that nice little man
   He came from Carrigturk to Curraghkilbran
   Married a woman called Máire John (?)
   Horoo for Ned Forde my rattling Irish man."

   

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2. The Galtee Mountain Boys

   

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   This song was written by Mrs H. Cleary Anglesboro daughter of the well known Land League leader. William Condon R.I.P. Condon organised a 'No Rent Campaign' band in Anglesboro'. The Massys were the local landlords but wer well liked by the people. The Agents were both feared and hated. Clifford Lloyd was the leader of a band of horse police known locally as the Crowbar Brigade who helped the Agent at the evictions. Willie Condon

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   Language

   English

   Informant

   Mrs H. Cleary

   Gender

   Female

   Age

   66

   Occupation

   Dress-maker

   Address

   Anglesborough, Co. Limerick