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Inis Cathaigh, Co. an Chláir
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Nóra Ní Cholgáin
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The Schools’ Collection, Volume 0630, Page 204

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The Schools’ Collection, Volume 0630, Page 204

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  1. Story of Old Gran (continued)

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    She did not forget to give thanks to St. Senan, for the miracle wrought on her, so the following day found her beginning a round which she performed on her knees. It took her twenty-one days to perform the round in this way.
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  2. Another Story of Old Gran

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    Before coming to Scattery Island, "Old Gran" (died) had five sons, all of whom died.
    One night as she lay awake in bed, five lights entered her bed room window. She was exceedingly afraid, until she heard the voice of her eldest son speaking. He said:- "Fear not mother. I have come back
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    Language
    English
    Informant
    Mrs C. Melican
    Gender
    Female
    Address
    Inis Cathaigh, Co. an Chláir