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School: Béal Átha Feorainne (B.) (roll number 1866)

Location:
Ballyforan, Co. Roscommon
Teacher:
M.S. Ó Ceallaigh
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    When the sky is blue and clear, it is the sign of good weather. If the sun sets muddy, the following day will be wet. If the sun rises clear, it is the sign of a fine day. If the moon lies on its back, it is the sign of bad weather. If the moon shines bright it is the sign of good weather. If the stars are shining clear, it is the sign of frost. If a dark cloud comes over the sun it is the sign of a shower of rain. If the sky is covered with dark clouds
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    1. genre
      1. weather-lore (~6,442)
    Language
    English
    Collector
    Michael J. Kearney
    Gender
    Male
    Address
    Ballyforan, Co. Roscommon