School: Gearrbhaile (Garbh-dhoire?) (roll number 12110)
- Location:
- Garbally, Co. Galway
- Teacher: Mícheál Mac Giollabháin
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- Weather Lore
Sign of fine WeatherWhen the floor is wet and drys very quickly.Hears from: John Nolan, aged 75 years, Colemanstown, Menlough - Weather LoreA rainbow in the evening tide makes the shepherd satisfied.Skies high, clouds brown and spring water rising Signs of good weather.
If the weather breaks in the forenoon of Friday or in the afternoon of SaturdaySigns of storm
When the crows are lying on the land and facing towards west.Signs shown by animals and birds.
When the robin flies low it is the sign of rain.(continues on next page)