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School: Gleann na gCreabhar (Anglesboro), Baile Mhistéala (roll number 10262)

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Anglesborough, Co. Limerick
Teacher:
Pádraig Ó Cadhla
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    “William Wright who lived in Barnagurraha, Anglesbori', Barony of Coshlea was supposed to be able to cut an acre of hay...”

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    William Wright who lived in Barnagurraha, Anglesboro', Barony of Coshlea was supposed to be able to cut an acre of hay in 12 to 14 hours This was about 70 years ago. He was famous as a weilder of the scythe.
    2. Dick Howard, a baker, who died about 15 years ago was a well known step dancer. He was taught by a dancing master named Beary and was in his prime about 60 years ago.
    3. Michael Landers who lived in Barnagurraha and grandfather of the present John Landers of the same place was a famous singer
    Sang usually at weddings, house parties, and hayricks,
    His favourite song was "I am
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    Transcribed by a member of our volunteer transcription project.
    History Edit
    Language
    English
    Informant
    William Casey
    Gender
    Male
    Occupation
    Farmer
    Address
    Baurnagurrahy, Co. Limerick