School: Clonmellon (B.) (roll number 9500)
- Location:
- Clonmellon, Co. Westmeath
- Teacher: P. Ó Droighneáin
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The Schools’ Collection, Volume 0725, Page 110
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“The wren, the wren, the king of all the birds it was on St Stephen's Day he was caught in the forge although he is little his family is great.”
The Wren SongThe wren, the wren the king of all birds it was on St Stephens day e was caught in the forge although he is little his family is great. So rise up young lady and give us a treat. Here comes I and Bellzebub on my shoulders. I carry my club in my hand, a dripping pan. I think myself a jolly old man. So in with the kettle and down with the pan. So give us your answer and let us begone. - a good beginning is half the work(continues on next page)