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Ferbane, Co. Offaly
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Sr Patrick
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    cousin before the next year.
    When you see a red patch in a field of corn, there is going to be a death in the family.
    You should not walk under a ladder, because you will never grow a bit bigger.
    If you meet a red - haired woman on the road to the fair you should turn back.
    When your right hand itches it is a sign you are getting a letter.
    When your left hand itches you are getting a strange shake - hand.
    When sparks fly out of the fire, it is a sign the Guards are coming to the house.
    If you let your glove fall, it is a disappointment to you, but if
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    History Edit
    Topics
    1. events
      1. events (by time of year) (~11,476)
    Language
    English
    Collector
    Aine Gilligan
    Gender
    Female
    Address
    Gallen, Co. Offaly
    Informant
    Michael Gilligan
    Gender
    Male
    Address
    Gallen, Co. Offaly