School: Dún na Lochlannach (roll number 11987)
- Location:
- Lisduff, Co. Galway
- Teacher: Áine, Bean Uí Mhainín
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The Schools’ Collection, Volume 0060, Page 0013
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“Long Ago, it was customary to tie a red rag to a cow's tail when bringing her to the fair.”
(continued from previous page)the way, or if you see a hare cross the road before you.
- If you set a hen and she rises off the eggs, it is a sign that you will have bad luck all the year round.
It is also said that it is unlucky for a hen to crow.
If a straw gets caught in a hen's foot and she drags it round the yard, it is a sign of hearing of a death in the village.
If you dream of broken eggs, it is a sign of trouble.
