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School: Mullinahone (C.) (roll number 15363)

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Mullinahone, Co. Tipperary
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Máire Ní Shéaghdha
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The Schools’ Collection, Volume 0560, Page 287

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  1. Making of Tiles

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    When the scheme for the new cottages was started in Mullinahone about two years ago Jams O'Brien of Ballylanigan began making tiles and blocks for them. Though he originally intended working solely for the cottages he soon had orders from various people in different parts of the country.
    Two kinds of tiles were made, roofing and ridge. Sand and cement are used in making the tiles while colourcrete blended with mineral oxide gives the desired colour.
    The mixture is first put into a mould where it assumes the desired shape. When firm it is taken out and allowed to set for a couple of days.
    Transcribed by a member of our volunteer transcription project.
    History Edit
    Language
    English
    Collector
    Mary J. Tobin
    Gender
    Female
    Address
    Mullinahone, Co. Tipperary
    Informant
    James O' Brien
    Gender
    Male
    Age
    50
    Occupation
    Mason
    Address
    Ballylanigan (Cramer), Co. Tipperary