School: An Clochar, Baile Mhic Ealgóid, Tráighlí

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Ballymacelligott, Co. Kerry
Teacher:
Ss. Ó Conchobhair
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    unlucky to stand under the frame of the gate. Even in the day time & especially in May it is better to avoid entering. A curse is said to follow the person who makes too bold.
    In the second generation it is told that people made an effort to go through the passage. Owing to the foul air they were compelled to return back.
    Transcribed by a member of our volunteer transcription project.
    Language
    English
    Location
    Clogher, Co. Kerry
    Informant
    Miss Katie O Connor
    Gender
    Female
    Age
    58
    Address
    Glanageenty, Co. Kerry