School: Brosna (C.) (roll number 13019)

Location:
Brosna, Co. Kerry
Teacher:
Bean Uí Dhúnaighe
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The Schools’ Collection, Volume 0449, Page 446

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  1. In the townland of Clough there is a river known as the Breanagh in Mrs McAuliffe's land. Many years ago there lived a turner whose trade was that of fancy ware designer.
    The relics of the little hut are still to be seen and are known as "Insín Tórnóra."
    In this district it is said that the Clydack got its name from a Scot. A noted Scottish poet, who visited this area, called it after the Clyde in Scotland
    Transcribed by a member of our volunteer transcription project.
    Topics
    1. place-space-environment
      1. local lore, place-lore (~10,595)
    Language
    English
    Location
    Brosna, Co. Kerry
    Collector
    Maureen Leahy
    Gender
    Female
    Informant
    Aeneas Leahy
    Gender
    Male
    Age
    40
    Address
    Brosna, Co. Kerry