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School: Danescastle

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Danescastle, Co. Wexford
Teacher:
Micheál Ó Loinghsigh
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The Schools’ Collection, Volume 0875, Page 061

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The Schools’ Collection, Volume 0875, Page 061

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    stocking yarn.
    Judy Donlon knitted all kinds of Fancy Knit wear as well as stockings
    Candles were made in every household in this neighbourhood and there are some Candle moulds still to be seen in some houses

    Lime burning
    was extensively practised by farmers. The lime stone was drawn from Slade about 20 miles distant
    There are still many disused lime Kilns to be seen in this neighbourhood

    Scythes and reap hooks were used up to about 40 years ago when they were superseded by machines.
    "Quantity of hay mown by a Good Scythesman varied from 1/2 an acre to 3/4 per day.
    One acre of corn was considered a good day's work for one man.

    Nettle and Dandeloin wines were brewed in those days and were accounted good thirst quenchers as well as being good for the blood.
    Transcribed by a member of our volunteer transcription project.
    History Edit
    Topics
    1. activities
      1. economic activities
        1. trades and crafts (~4,680)
    Language
    English
    Informant
    Tom Broaders
    Gender
    Male
    Age
    69
    Address
    Kiltra, Co. Wexford