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School: Scoil Mhuire, Béal Átha hAmhnais (roll number 11438)

Location:
Ballyhaunis, Co. Mayo
Teacher:
S.T. Ó Maolagáin
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The Schools’ Collection, Volume 0107, Page 221

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    There are three forges in the Parish of Ballyhaunis.
    The names of the smiths are, Mr Boyle, Mr Moran, and Mr Waldron. The one belonging to Mr Moran is there about a year, and Mr Boyles forge is there for half a century, while Mr Waldron's is there for a century. Mr Moran's forge is situated at the top of the town. Mr Boyles is situated outside the town near the railway, and Mr Waldron's is situated in Clare St, in the middle of town.
    The forge is composed of a small building usually one story where the bellows and fireplace are situated.
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    History Edit
    Topics
    1. activities
      1. economic activities
        1. trades and crafts (~4,680)
          1. smithing (~2,389)
    Language
    English
    Collector
    Cyril Coyne
    Gender
    Male
    Address
    Ballyhaunis, Co. Mayo