School: Dunshaughlin (B.)

Location:
Dunshaughlin, Co. Meath
Teacher:
Gearóid Mac Gabhann
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The Schools’ Collection, Volume 0687, Page 212

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    On Hallow Eve night the first trick we play is to hang a string from one wall to the other. On this string, there is one with an apple and a candle and a piece of soap. We tie a piece of cloth around the eyes- the way that no one can see the apple and try to get a bite.
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