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School: Ballinorley (roll number 11597)

Location:
Bellanurly, Co. Sligo
Teacher:
Mrs Anna Ewing
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The Schools’ Collection, Volume 0160, Page 300

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  1. An Old Story - Rucky (continued)

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    Rucky did as before and procured the prince for her sister. The fourth time Rucky went the witch was too cute for her and instead of going to the well she waited outside and when Rucky was in the house she "nabbed" her. (caught)
    She asked Rucky what she would do to her if she were in her place, and Rucky said she would make her eat flour and water mixed until it came out through
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