School: Castlepollard (B.) (roll number 5513)
- Location:
- Castlepollard, Co. Westmeath
- Teacher: William Coghlan
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The Schools’ Collection, Volume 0720, Page 191
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As I went awalking one fine summer's morning
Two neighboring farmers I met on the way
Who often indulged in a long spell of talking
But hardly a word could I get them to say
II
One strapped to his back had a queer looking measure
In shape like a budget, yet not quite so mean
I asked him what was it; said he "It's a treasure"
Its our shareholders' wonderful spraying machine
III
I spoke of Sir Walker & Ginnell, the member
Who was fighting for Ireland with might and with main
But all they could say was "They'll be green till November
Twas plain these poor fellows had spray on the brain(continues on next page)
