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School: Windgap (C.), Thomastown (roll number 5698)

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Windgap, Co. Kilkenny
Teacher:
Bean Mhic Eóin
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The Schools’ Collection, Volume 0851, Page 207

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  1. Superstition on the Windgap Hills (continued)

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    it on his intended early visit to the scene of all the unrest and bitterness amongst several of his parishioners.
    About two miles further along the same stretch of hills, a better atmosphere prevailed. All the people were friendly with one another and attended frequently at Curraghmore farm - house which was noted for its Sunday night's gatherings. From distant places the boys came and attended the dances. But unlike now there were no "big suppers" and many thought it wise to make provision for the homeward journey. About a dozen of the Windgap boys were regarded as the best dancers to be found anywhere and they never missed a
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    History Edit
    Language
    English
    Collector
    Maureen Ryan
    Gender
    Female
    Informant
    John O' Mahony
    Gender
    Male
    Age
    60
    Occupation
    Cobbler