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School: Greaghglass (roll number 11011)

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Greaghglass, Co. Monaghan
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Mrs. Ross
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The Schools’ Collection, Volume 0957, Page 050

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    When is a ship in love?
    When it is attached to a buoy(boy)
    Why should you never starve at the seaside?
    Because each wave comes in with a roll.
    What is the difference between a dog and Father Christmas?
    A dog bites and Santa Claus(Claws)
    Adelaide Gillanders, 1st December 1937
    What fish is most valued by a married lady?
    Herring
    Why is the letter G like the sun.
    Because it is in the centre of light.
    What business never progresses?
    The stationary business.
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