School: Breac-chluain (roll number 13147)

Location:
Brackloon, Co. Galway
Teacher:
Liam Ó Seachnasaigh
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The Schools’ Collection, Volume 0001, Page 421

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  2. The Lore of certain days.
    Horses are not yoked on Whit Monday as it was supposed to be a day for accidents.
    Millers don't work their mills on St Martin's Day.
    Any horse born on Whit Monday turns out to be a wicked one.
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