School: Carlanstown (roll number 884)

Location:
Carlanstown, Co. Meath
Teacher:
Séamus Ó Géibheannaigh
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  1. 1. To meet a red haired women first thing in the morning is supposed to be a sing of bad luck.
    2. If a black cat comes into your house it bring good luck with it.
    3. To break a mirror is a sing of seven years bad luck.
    4. If you spill salt its a sign you will be crying.
    5. If your elbow is itchy rub it on wood for its a sign theres a stranger coming.
    6. If you were going anywhere and you forget anything you should not turn back for it if you do you'll not have a bit of
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