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School: Newtown, Kells (roll number 5053)

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Newtown (Shea), Co. Kilkenny
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The Schools’ Collection, Volume 0858B, Page 17_061

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    There are a few holy wells around this district namely, Lady's Well, St Brigid's Well, St James's Well, and St Leonards Well.
    Lady's Well is situated about two miles from Kells.
    It is in a field belonging to Mr Carrol.
    This well is visited every year on the 15th of August. There was a priest at this well
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    History Edit
    Language
    English
    Collector
    James Mullins
    Gender
    Male
    Address
    The Mills, Co. Kilkenny
    Informant
    John Mullins
    Gender
    Male
    Age
    67
    Address
    Kellsgrange, Co. Kilkenny