School: Morton St. Convent Nat. S. (roll number 12349)

Location:
Clonmel, Co. Tipperary
Teacher:
Miss Annie O' Dwyer
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  1. It is unlucky to marry in May.
    You would not grown any more if you went under a ladder.
    If you opened an umbrella in the house it is the sign of bad luck.
    It is unlucky to bring May flower or hawthorn into the house.
    It is unlucky for two out of a family to get married on different days in one year.
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    Topics
    1. activities
      1. economic activities
        1. agriculture (~2,659)
    Language
    English
    Collector
    Eily Crowe
    Gender
    Female
    Informant
    Mrs Crowe
    Gender
    Female