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School: Alt Achadh Doire (roll number 15474)

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Altaghaderry, Co. Donegal
Teacher:
Pádraig L. Mac Diarmada
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The Schools’ Collection, Volume 1107, Page 125

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  2. Local Marriage Customs

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    Before Christmas and to the beginning of Lent people get married. The people who get married on Shrove Tuesday are supposed to have a lucky time. Money is given to the bride or bridegroom instead of wedding presents. In the brides house the wedding feast is held.
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