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School: Liathdruim, Cill Mhichíl (roll number 4433)

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Leitrim, Co. Clare
Teacher:
P. Ó Conbhaidhe
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The Schools’ Collection, Volume 0601, Page 177

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    held at the "Gaba Ruadhs" cross. On the morning of the fair word was sent to the surrounding parishes that the fair would be held at this cross. About 10.30 am there was a great gathering of people and cattle. The Black and Tan soldiers came and insisted on driving away the cattle. But in spite of that the buyers baught a great amount of the cattle. Kilmihil fairs were also known for faction fights. A man named Keane got killed one Michaelmas day
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    History Edit
    Topics
    1. activities
      1. economic activities
        1. trade
          1. buying and selling (~3,622)
    Languages
    Irish
    English
    Collector
    Michael King
    Gender
    Male
    Address
    Sheeaun, Co. Clare