School: Carlanstown (roll number 884)

Location:
Carlanstown, Co. Meath
Teacher:
Séamus Ó Géibheannaigh
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The Schools’ Collection, Volume 0709, Page 119

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  2. For the want of a nail the shoe was lost.
    A stitch in time saves nine.
    Whe another mans house is on fire take care of your own.
    The last straw breaks the camel's back.
    Never look at a half finished job.
    Dont leave until to-morrow what you can do to-day.
    Second thoughts are generally best.
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