School: Lios Leacach (B. & C.) (roll number 12732 / 12733)

Location:
Lislackagh, Co. Mayo
Teacher:
Máire E. Uí Einrí
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The Schools’ Collection, Volume 0123C, Page 01_005

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The Schools’ Collection, Volume 0123C, Page 01_005

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    people say it is the sign of rain. If the stars are sparkling brightly in the sky frost is expected.
    If the dust blows off the road on a calm day a storm is coming.
    If the dog eats grass it is the sign of wet weather.
    If the cows are separated from one another it is believed that we will have fine weather. When the people see soot falling down the chimney wet weather is expected.
    If people see a ring around the moon at night they say that
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      1. weather-lore (~6,442)
    Language
    English
    Collector
    Bridgie Philbin
    Gender
    Female
    Address
    Lislackagh, Co. Mayo