School: Na Tearmoinn (C.) (roll number 8932)
- Location:
- Tarmon East, Co. Kerry
- Teacher: Margt. Meskell
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The Schools’ Collection, Volume 0403, Page 484
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- On New Year's Day, a black haired man is a much welcomed caller.
A woman is a very unwelcome guest. People wait till the clock strikes 12 and then the darkest haired man in the house goes out the door and returns to wish all a happy New Year. He sometimes brings in a small present.
2. If a friend gives you money on New Year's Day, you will be rich for the year.
3. A straw taken from the Crib on Little Xmas Day will bring prosperity to the one who puts it in his purse.
4. If a man dies between Big and Little Xmas his soul is sure to go to heaven.(continues on next page)
