School: Carra

Location:
An Cairthe, Co. Mhaigh Eo
Teacher:
P. Ó Tonra
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The Schools’ Collection, Volume 0128, Page 417

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The Schools’ Collection, Volume 0128, Page 417

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  2. When there is a ring around the sun the people say the rain is near. When there is a ring near the moon it is the sign of rain. When there is a good many stars in the sky at night and if they are twinkling it is the sign of heavy frost. When the swallows fly low and close to the ground it is a sure sign of rain. When the sky is red in the evening, it is the sign of storm. When the crickets sing sharp and loud it is also a sign of rain. When puss sits on the hearth wiping his face it is the sign of rain. The crows circle around and dive
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