School: Scoil Naomh Eoin, Bréachmhuigh (roll number 13781)

Location:
Breaghwy, Co. Mayo
Teacher:
A.M. Mac Taidhg
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The Schools’ Collection, Volume 0089D, Page 20_009

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  1. A cloud around the moon is a sign of rain. When the cat sits with his back to the fire it is the sign of rain. When the swallows fly low it is the sign of rain. When the swans fly to the north it is the sign of bad weather
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    Language
    English
    Collector
    Cáit Ní Cheallacháin
    Gender
    Female
    Informant
    Bean Uí Ceallacháin
    Gender
    Female
    Address
    Drumcorrabaun, Co. Mayo