School: Coillidh Críon (Killycreen) (roll number 8274)
- Location:
- Kilcreen, Co. Donegal
- Teacher: Séamus Ó Domhnaill
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The Schools’ Collection, Volume 1085, Page 174
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- A treasure is supposed to be hidden in Killydonnel graveyard. It is hidden behind the wall of the graveyard beneath a cluster of small trees. It was supposed to be hidden by the Danes. It is said that attempts have been made to unearth it but they were always chased by a black dog. The treasure consists of gold. I have never heard of any treasure discovered in this district.
There is another treasure hidden in Killydonnel graveyard in a place called "The Green Loft". It was supposed to be hidden by the monks.
- Collector
- Margaret Durnion
- Gender
- Female
- Address
- Newmill, Co. Donegal
- Animals and birds show signs of the weather. When a blue blaze appears in the fire it is a sign of a storm. When the wagtails appear on the street it is a sign of rain. When the ashes turn a different colour it is a sign of lightning. When there is a lot of stars in the sky it is said to be a sign of frost.(continues on next page)
