School: Ballyfeeny (roll number 9468)
- Location:
- Kilglass, Co. Roscommon
- Teacher: Cáit, Bean Uí Mhurthuile
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The Schools’ Collection, Volume 0255, Page 450
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- A Song
The new LeagueThe new league is better far better than
the old.
Its members are all heroes patriotic
true and bold.
They never flinch but bravely stand
upon the battle field;
And for the cause of Ireland an Irish
sword they wield.
And who in all Kilglass to day more fit
to fill that place of honour
Than that young patriot the staunch
and brave O'Connor.
That name alone emprises you as a hero
brave and true
He is the chosen secretary of the
Kilglass land league.
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Cline he is an honest man the farmers
man is he,
And thats the reason why we have
chosen him our treasure to be.
Upon his face there rests no shame of
shadow or disgrace
And the thoughts of his brave(continues on next page)
