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School: Kilmessan (C.) (roll number 4211)

Location:
Kilmessan, Co. Meath
Teacher:
Eibhlín, Bean Uí Stín
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The Schools’ Collection, Volume 0690, Page 131

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  2. Kilmessan

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    Kilmessan derives its name from a Saint that lived in it many years ago. He was called Saint Measa and he built a church. Most of the houses are (thatched) slated.A river divides Ringlestown and Kilmessan. It is called Arnoldstown river. Most of the houses have been built in recent years.
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    Language
    English
    Location
    Kilmessan, Co. Meath
    Collector
    Delia Lynam
    Gender
    Female
    Address
    Kilmessan, Co. Meath

  3. Kilcarty

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    The name of the townland in I live is Kilcarty. There are nine families in the townland. Some of the houses are
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