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School: Gort an Tuair (roll number 13467)

Location:
Gortatoor, Co. Mayo
Teacher:
Áine Nic Oirealla
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The Schools’ Collection, Volume 0141, Page 579

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  1. Ainmhithe Neamhshaolta

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    Long ago people used to see seals in Lacken sea. Many people from the place often tried to kill them, but they could not get near them. It is said that the seal is very useful, because of its skin and oil. The skin is made into coats and furs for ladies which are very expensive.
    The oil got from the seal is very valuable. It is very good for a swelling, and it is also said to be good for rheumatism.
    If anyone could get a seal, he would get a great price for him.
    Transcribed by a member of our volunteer transcription project.
    History Edit
    Topics
    1. agents (~1)
      1. supernatural and legendary beings (~14,864)
    Language
    English
    Collector
    Annie Munnelly
    Gender
    Female
    Address
    Gallowshill, Co. Mayo
    Informant
    Patrick Munnelly
    Gender
    Male
    Address
    Gallowshill, Co. Mayo