School: Clochar na Toirbhirte, Fethard (roll number 8903)
- Location:
- Fiodh Ard, Co. Thiobraid Árann
- Teacher: Sr M. Agatha
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The Schools’ Collection, Volume 0557, Page 347
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- (continued from previous page)high in the sky there is good weather in store.
When the smoke goes up straight it is a sign of fine weather.
Signs of Rain: When the sky turns dark it is a sure sign of rain. The west wind brings most rain to this district.
If a cat sits with its back to the fire we shall have rain.
Signs of Frost: A stormy night indicates frost. When the moon is very bright it is also a sign of frost.
Signs of a Storm: When the clouds are racing across the sky it is a sign of a storm.
- Signs of rain: When the fog comes down the mountain.
When the cricket sings loudly.(continues on next page) - Informant
- Mr J. Byrne
- Gender
- Male
- Address
- Cill Eirc Thuaidh, Co. Thiobraid Árann
