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School: Cill Cruim / Killocrim (roll number 17072)

Location:
Killacrim, Co. Kerry
Teacher:
Micheál Óg Ó Catháin
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    A good run is better than a bad stand. The longer you live the more you learn.
    A bird in the hand is better than two in a bush.
    You will never miss the water until the well runs dry.
    The longest day will have its end and the dearest friends must part.
    The old dog for the long road and the pup for the puddle.
    A bad workman always quarels with his tools.
    Look before you leap.
    It is better to be sure than sorry.
    The longest way round is the
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    History Edit
    Language
    English
    Collector
    S. Ní Shúilleabháin
    Gender
    Female
    Informant
    Micheal O' Sullivan
    Gender
    Male
    Address
    Killacrim, Co. Kerry