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School: An Clochar, Dún an Ochta

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Eyrecourt, Co. Galway
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An tSr. Kostka
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The Schools’ Collection, Volume 0056, Page 0023

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    Riddles.
    45. Why is your nose in the middle of your face?
    A. Because it is the scenter (centre).
    46. Why is a proud girl like a music box?
    A. Because she is full of airs.
    47. What is the difference between a young lady and a soldier?
    A. The girl powders her face and the soldier faces the powder.
    48. Why is the world like a piano?
    A. Because there are so many sharps and flats in it.
    49. What county in Ireland reminds you of a candle nearly burnt out?
    A. Wick - low.
    50. What is the least valuable thing a man can have in his pocket?
    A. A hole.
    51. What flower becomes liquid when you take off it's head?
    A. The pink (ink)
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