School: Béal Átha Feorainne (C.) (roll number 15653)
- Location:
- Ballyforan, Co. Roscommon
- Teacher: Áine Bean Uí Chuillin

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The Schools’ Collection, Volume 0271C, Page 20_012
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- There are a great many customs carried out at local marriages in country places. Some people believe its lucky to throw old shoes after the brides carriage when they are going ou to be married and another custom is throwing rice. Monday and Thursday are considered the most lucky days. There is also a very old custom of boys dressing(continues on next page)
- Collector
- Peggie Mitchell
- Gender
- Female
- Address
- Derreen, Co. Galway