School: Árd-achadh (C.) (roll number 14076)
- Location:
- Ardagh, Co. Limerick
- Teacher: Máire Ní Mhadagáin
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- Bridie Kevin, Ardagh, Co. Limerick.
11 yrs. School child.
Got from her mother.
Old Sayings.When the cat is out, the mouse can play.The best hurlers are always on the ditch.Charity begins at home.Strike while the iron is hot.It is hard to bend the old rod.You will never miss the water till the well runs dry. - Mary Ita Doody,
Liskilleen,
Ardagh,
Co. Limerick.Told by her mother.
Lost time is never found again.Long threatening comes at last.A stitch in time saves nine.(continues on next page)