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School: Staghall

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Staghall, Co. Cavan
Teacher:
G. Mc Govern
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The Schools’ Collection, Volume 0971, Page 045

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    “There were many old marriage customs in this district.”

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    There were many old marriage customs in this district. Some people used to throw an old boot after the bride. It is supposed to be for luck.
    More people throw confetti on them when they come out of the church.
    When people get married poor people go to get money.
    Strawmen go to the groom's house on the wedding night. The strawman dance the bride. The bride and groom usually go on their honeymoon. The strawmen go to the house when they return.
    Some people decorate the car with ribbons and flowers. Some
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    History Edit
    Topics
    1. activities
      1. social activities (~7)
        1. rites of passage (~573)
          1. marriage (~4,283)
    Language
    English
    Collector
    Rosanna Mc Manus
    Gender
    Female
    Address
    Glen, Co. Cavan