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School: Kilmacow (B.) (roll number 14187)

Location:
Cill Mhic Bhúith, Co. Chill Chainnigh
Teacher:
P. Ó Loingsigh
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    Q. What goes from Cork to Dublin without moving?
    A. The railway line.
    Q. What is it that turns without moving?
    A. Milk.
    Q. Why is a horse that is constantly ridden not likely to be starved?
    A. Because he has always a bit in his mouth?
    Q. Who always sits before the King with his hat on?
    A. The coachman.
    Q. If a poker, shovel, tongs and fender cost £l- 8- D what would the coal come to?
    A. Ashes.
    Q. What sign is it when you hear the cuckoo?
    A. A sign that you are not deaf.
    Q. Why does a man sneeze three times?
    A. Because he cant help it.
    Q. Who wears the largest hat in the world?
    A. The person with the largest head.
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    History Edit
    Topics
    1. seánra
      1. ealaín bhéil (~1,483)
        1. tomhaiseanna (~7,209)
    Language
    English
    Collector
    Nicholas Conway
    Gender
    Male
    Age
    12
    Informant
    Patrick Conway
    Gender
    Male
    Age
    56
    Occupation
    Farmer
    Address
    An Fhorrach Bhán Theas, Co. Chill Chainnigh