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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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    river. Cranes are often caught when they alight. People steal on them and give a great shout. The crane is not able to rise quickly as he is a large heavy bird. A crane flying low toward water is a sign of bad weather. His food consisted of slugs and frogs.
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    History Edit
    Language
    English
    Collector
    William Mc Quillan
    Gender
    Male
    Address
    Ballyforan, Co. Roscommon