School: Clochar na Toirbhirte, Fethard (roll number 8903)

Location:
Fethard, Co. Tipperary
Teacher:
Sr M. Agatha
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The Schools’ Collection, Volume 0557, Page 347

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    high in the sky there is good weather in store.
    When the smoke goes up straight it is a sign of fine weather.
    Signs of Rain: When the sky turns dark it is a sure sign of rain. The west wind brings most rain to this district.
    If a cat sits with its back to the fire we shall have rain.
    Signs of Frost: A stormy night indicates frost. When the moon is very bright it is also a sign of frost.
    Signs of a Storm: When the clouds are racing across the sky it is a sign of a storm.
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    Topics
    1. genre
      1. weather-lore (~6,442)
    Language
    English
    Informant
    Mr J. Byrne
    Gender
    Male
    Address
    Killerk North, Co. Tipperary