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School: Coradh Chaitlín (C.)

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Newmarket on Fergus, Co. Clare
Teacher:
Eibhlin, Bean Mhic Conmara
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  1. Where Gold is Believed to Be Hidden in the Neighbourhood - Fenlough

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    There are many places where gold is hidden. Here are one or two which I will relate to you.
    (1) Fenlough
    Gold is supposed to be hidden in Fenlough. It was put there by an Englishman. It is in a pot and is covered with stones. It is said there are gold ornaments there also.
    When two men heard it was there they went to dig it up. They kept three days digging. After three days they were frightened away by a man dressed in white. Ever since everyone is afraid to
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    History Edit
    Topics
    1. genre
      1. belief (~391)
        1. folk belief (~2,535)
          1. treasure legends (~7,411)
    Language
    English
    Informant
    Patrick Mc Namara
    Gender
    Male
    Age
    45
    Address
    Carrownakilly, Co. Clare