School: Dún na Lochlannach (roll number 11987)

Location:
Lisduff, Co. Galway
Teacher:
Áine, Bean Uí Mhainín
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  1. There was a lady named Mrs. Blake living in Dartfield about 90 years ago. The Dartfield estate is situated 2 miles east of Danesfot school.
    This Mrs. Blake evicted 32 families although they paid her the rent. In revenge for what she had done the people wanted to do away with her. So, nine women each called Mary who are traditionally known as the "Nine Marys" got nine wheaten sheaves, and
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    Language
    English
    Informant
    James Monahan
    Gender
    Male
    Address
    Kilmeen, Co. Galway