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School: Tulach Chromán (roll number 1256)

Location:
Tulaigh Chromáin, Co. Mhuineacháin
Teacher:
Mrs. Brennan
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The Schools’ Collection, Volume 0955, Page 064

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    64.
    Old Proverbs.
    1-Birds of a feather flock together.
    2-Fine feathers make fine birds.
    3-They are all a chip of the one block.
    4-If the cap fits you,wear it.
    5-Don't cut off your nose to vex your face.
    6-Those who have a goose will get a goose.
    7-People in glass houses should not throw stones.
    8-A good beginning is half the work.
    9-You can watch a rogue but not a liar.
    10-A friend in need is a friend indeed.
    11-No use crying over spilled milk.
    Transcribed by a member of our volunteer transcription project.
    History Edit
    Topics
    1. seánra
      1. ealaín bhéil (~1,483)
        1. seanfhocail (~4,377)
    Language
    English
    Collector
    Miss Dympna Magee
    Gender
    Female
    Address
    Tulaigh Chromáin, Co. Mhuineacháin
    Informant
    Mrs Bridget Magee
    Gender
    Female
    Age
    55
    Address
    Tulaigh Chromáin, Co. Mhuineacháin