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School: Lowtown (B.), Galbally

Location:
An Gallbhaile, Co. Luimnigh
Teacher:
Pádraig Ó Ceallacháin
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The Schools’ Collection, Volume 0513, Page 050

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    high jumper of Ireland about 40 years ago. He won the championship in Dublin. He beat Mr Jack Blackburn of the Old Street. He jumped six feet and a half.
    Mr James Fahey of Corderry won the championship of Ireland at the three jumps. He jumped thirty six feet long.
    Mr Jack Walsh of Galbally was a noted step-dancer. He won several prizes. Mr William Ryan of Galbally was a noted singer. His favourite songs were "Phil the Fluters Ball, The Little Beggarman and The Old Borheen.
    Mr Sampson of Spittal (Ballylanders) was the best mower in this district. He used to mow eight acres in the day.
    Transcribed by a member of our volunteer transcription project.
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    Topics
    1. gníomhairí (~1)
      1. pearsana stairiúla (~5,068)
    Language
    English
    Collector
    Micheál Mac Flanncadha
    Gender
    Male
    Informant
    Michael Ryan
    Gender
    Male
    Age
    65
    Address
    An Gallbhaile, Co. Luimnigh