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School: Drogheda, Christian Bros. (roll number 16718)

Location:
Drogheda, Co. Louth
Teacher:
Br. Ó Reachtabhair
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The Schools’ Collection, Volume 0679, Page 360

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  1. The Legend of the Boyne

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    Many hundred of ago there was a famous well in the centre of Ireland. This well was covered with a large slab and people drawing water were very careful to replace the stone as the water was said to be enchanted. It was believed that evil would befall any person who left it uncovered.
    One day a lady in a hurry left it uncovered. As she ran she heard a rushing sound behind her. On looking back she saw the
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    History Edit
    Language
    English
    Collector
    Thomas Murphy
    Gender
    Male
    Address
    Laytown, Co. Meath
    Informant
    Mrs Murphy
    Gender
    Female