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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 08_027

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    land as it spreads (on the land) and keeps the grass from growing.
    The nettle is not a bad weed on the land because it grows round ditches. It is used for food for cows.
    The chicken weed is not a harmful weed on the land. It is used for keeping down swellings. The thistle is a bad weed on the land and it is of no use.
    The dandelion is not a bad weed on the land. It is used as food for pigs. Glasacoille is l
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    History Edit
    Topics
    1. activities
      1. medical practice
        1. folk medicine (~11,815)
    Language
    English
    Collector
    Delia Moore
    Gender
    Female
    Address
    Carrowcanada, Co. Mayo