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School: Kilnaleck (B.)

Location:
Kilnaleck, Co. Cavan
Teacher:
P. Ó Máirtín
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The Schools’ Collection, Volume 0994, Page 143

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    It is unlucky to walk under a ladder because if you do you mightn't grow an inch taller.
    To break a mirror is seven years ill-luck.
    It is unlucky to burn a person's own hair when cut, and it should be stuck in a hole in a ditch.
    It is unlucky for a weasel to spit in a drink.
    It is unlucky to carry a spade on your shoulders through a house.
    It is unlucky to meet a red-haired person on the road at night.
    It is unlucky for a hare to cross your path.
    It is unlucky to throw out dirty water after sunset.
    It is unlucky to give away a pet pig without getting anything for it
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    Transcribed by a member of our volunteer transcription project.
    History Edit
    Language
    English
    Collector
    Sean Mc Gee
    Gender
    Male
    Informant
    Mr Patrick Mc Gee
    Gender
    Male
    Age
    50
    Address
    Kilnaleck, Co. Cavan