School: Raharney (C.)
- Location:
- Raharney, Co. Westmeath
- Teacher: Mrs. Conway
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The Schools’ Collection, Volume 0727, Page 237
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- (continued from previous page)(16) Spare the rod and spoil the child
(17) One Excuse is as good as an another
(18) A Friend in need is a friend indeed
(19) Shut the door of the stable when the horse is gone.
(20) A stitch in time save nine
(21) Love many, trust few always paddle your own canoe.
(22) The old dog for the hard road and the pup for the path
(23) The truth can be blamed but never can be shamed.
(24) Good goods in small parcels
(25) The cat has leave to look at the queen
(26) Eaten bread is soon forgotten.
(27) Empty vessels make most sound
(28) The more hurry the less speed
(29) The longest way around is the shortes way home
(30) What is sewn on a Sunday will rip on a Monday
(31) Between the devil and the deep sea
(32) Liars should have a good memory
(33) Locking the door of the stable when the steed is stolen
(34) A shout mouth and a wise head(continues on next page)
