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School: Seefin (B. & C.) (roll number 12874)

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Seefin, Co. Mayo
Teacher:
James P. Byrne
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The Schools’ Collection, Volume 0096G, Page 07_009

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  1. The Blacksmith and the Forge

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    There are two forges in the parish. The names of the smith’s are Willie Killeen and Thomas Cassidy. Their people were blacksmiths before them. Thomas Cassidy’s forge is situated on the roadside and the other is situated near the crossroads. Thomas Cassidy’s forge has a tatched roof and Willie Killeen’s has a boarded roof. There is one fireplace in each forge. The smiths have
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    History Edit
    Topics
    1. activities
      1. economic activities
        1. trades and crafts (~4,680)
          1. smithing (~2,389)
    Language
    English
    Collector
    Sarah Flynn
    Gender
    Female