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School: Hospital Convent (roll number 13898)

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An tOspidéal, Co. Luimnigh
Teacher:
Sr. Bernard
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The Schools’ Collection, Volume 0515, Page 063

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    everyone to suit their own purpose. One of the most interesting of the these folk is Paddy O'Brien known locally as "Paddy Mul fat." He visits this district regularly and has a great sense of humour. He sings old Irish songs and dances old Irish step-dances. He is never offensive and there are many good stories told about "Paddy's" adventures especially about his annual trips to Lisdoonvarna where he dons a tall hat and a green and gold coat to amuse the visitors. He tells a story how he was tramping the road after a farmer with a cart load of potatoes. As the car was defective
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    History Edit
    Topics
    1. gníomhairí (~1)
      1. daoine de réir aicme
        1. an lucht taistil (~3,023)
    Language
    English
    Collector
    Mary Condon
    Gender
    Female
    Address
    An tOspidéal, Co. Luimnigh
    Informant
    Mr P. Condon
    Gender
    Male
    Address
    An tOspidéal, Co. Luimnigh