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School: Tuairín Chathail (C.) (roll number 11181)

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Tooreencahill, Co. Kerry
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The Schools’ Collection, Volume 0453, Page 136

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  1. Our Holy Wells

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    There is only one holy well in this parish. It is in the townland of Gort na gCeann in a place called the "city".
    Numbers of people visit it on the first of May, to say their prayers and do some rounds. These rounds are said to be very good, as if you suffer from any pains or troubles or diseases, it is said you are sure to leave them after you there.
    It is said that long ago, there were three holy women who were sisters. They set out and
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    History Edit
    Topics
    1. events
      1. events (by time of year) (~11,476)
    Language
    English
    Collector
    Margaret Fleming
    Gender
    Female
    Address
    Lisheen, Co. Kerry
    Informant
    John Fleming
    Gender
    Male
    Age
    52
    Address
    Lisheen, Co. Kerry