School: Sraith (roll number 16623)
- Location:
- An tSraith, Co. na Gaillimhe
- Teacher: Séamus E. Ó Dubhghaill
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“Long ago they used to get the thick rushes and peal off the skin.”
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- A cup of strong tea would cure a headache. The water flowing from a pump would cure a swollen foot. If you had any sores and if a dog licked(continues on next page)