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School: Meelick (roll number 14592)

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Meelick, Co. Roscommon
Teacher:
Gearóid Ó Conchobhair
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The Schools’ Collection, Volume 0240, Page 351

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    the owner of the house gives them money. Bigger boys often go disguised so that they will not be recognised. In the night all boys assemble together and have a great feast.
    St. Brigid's day is perhaps the most important festival of the year. The local people make straw crosses in honour of St. Brigid and these are put in a prominent place in the roof of the house. They are supposed to protect the family throughout the year.
    Shrove Tuesday is celebrated as another great festival in this locality. A high tea is prepared at which pancakes are served. The local people call it "Pancake Tuesday".
    November night is regarded as another great feast particularly among the children. Another local
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    History Edit
    Topics
    1. events
      1. events (by time of year) (~11,476)
    Language
    English
    Collector
    Annie Richardson
    Gender
    Female
    Address
    Urrasaun, Co. Roscommon
    Informant
    Joseph Richardson
    Gender
    Male
    Address
    Urrasaun, Co. Roscommon