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School: Paite Gobha (Pettigo)

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Pettigo, Co. Donegal
Teacher:
Eilís Nic Liam
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The Schools’ Collection, Volume 1030, Page 292

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  1. A Ghost Story

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    Termon Mc Grath is the name of the ruins of an old Castle which stands in the Rectory Grounds. It was blown up in the times of wars in Ireland long ago. One night two men went to dig for a pot of gold. They worked very hard until twelve o'clock digging for gold. On the outside of the castle the men heard a noise. A Ghost appeared and walked round the men.
    The two men became afraid and ran away and left all. They did not go again to get the gold.
    This story was obtained by John Noel Johnston from his mother Mrs Johnston, aged 40.
    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
    John Noel Johnston
    Gender
    Male
    Informant
    Mrs Johnston
    Relation
    Parent
    Gender
    Female
    Age
    40