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School: Bealach, Bansha (roll number 1131)

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Ballagh, Co. Tipperary
Teacher:
S. Meiscill
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The Schools’ Collection, Volume 0575, Page 295

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  1. Bithiúnach an Bhricfeasta (continued)

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    breakfast. In order to have something substantial to take away with her she often stinted those at the table and so she earned for herself the title Bithiúnach an Bhricfeasta.
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    “The following are some of the Irish terms used by the late 'Het' Grogan.”

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    The following are some of the Irish terms used by the late "Het" Grogan.
    "Goblachan":-
    This was applied to an animal with a twisted or "crooked" mouth and is used still in the Glen of Aherlow. For example, a goblachan calf or a goblachan sheep is heard.
    "Bean Ghasta":-
    Applied to a little woman who lived near the Wattle Bridge, Ballydavid, Bansha, who was known for her personal tidiness and the cleanliness of her little home.
    Now applied here to a "cute", tidy child.
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    Irish
    English
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    Clashoquirk, Co. Tipperary