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School: Duxtown, Rathkeale (roll number 15943)

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Baile na Lathach, Co. Luimnigh
Teacher:
Agnes O' Grady
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The Schools’ Collection, Volume 0500, Page 349

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    Many tales are told about Michael Hartnett nicknamed Up-to-Date a native of Ballyea. He was noted as a jumper. Once he jumped a wall of about five feet in height. This wall was situated on a slope and many tried and failed to jump it. Michael Hartnett jumped it against Bill Barret of Ballyea who died about 40 years ago was remarkable as a singer. His favourite song was "My old back-stripper". There were many great storytellers in this district formerly such as Mickie Casey and Patsie Frawley of Duxtown. Patsie was also a good singer.
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    English
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    Eibhlís Ní Gráda
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    Seán Ó Cathasaigh
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