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1. Béaloideas - The Giant's Grave

   

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   There is a grave in the north-east of Herbertstown, in Rathjordan, in Barry's farm. It is said, that two men went to get the giant's money, one night, when he was buried. As they were digging the grave, they heard the roar of a bull, and they ran for their lives. It is said, that there is a bull seen there once a year.

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      1. supernatural and legendary beings (~14,864)
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      1. events (by time of year) (~11,476)

   Language

   English

   Informant

   Mr Tom Baggott

   Gender

   Male

   Address

   Rathjordan, Co. Limerick

2. Béaloideas - Johnny the Lantern

   

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   There is a place on the north-east of the village of Herbertstown, called "Johnny the Lantern." It is said that every November's Eve, three lights are seen on Mr. Neddy Baggotts Moat. The colours seen in the lights are, white, green, and purple. Fairies are supposed to go from Mr. Michael Moloney's moat to Mr. Neddy Baggott's moat between three and four o'

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