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School: Domhnach Mór, Luimneach (roll number 16118)

Location:
Domhnach Mór, Co. Luimnigh
Teacher:
Aingeal Nic Aodha Bhuidhe
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    1. You should never cut a baby's nails in its first year.
    2. You should never open an umbrella over you in a house.
    3. You should never enter a house with a spade or any other implement on your shoulder.
    4. You should never strike one with an elder stick.
    5. You should never whistle in a house at nightime.
    6. You should never go to the well for water at night.
    7. You should never burn a pack of playing cards.
    8. You should never enter a house going from a funeral.
    9. You should never wear anything for the first time going to a funeral.
    10. You should never cross a field going from a gamble.
    11. You should never leave the house without spring water.
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    History Edit
    Language
    English
    Collector
    Bridget O' Connell
    Gender
    Female