School: Rochfortbridge (B.) (roll number 1122)
- Location:
- Rochfortbridge, Co. Westmeath
- Teacher: Ml. Rowan
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The Schools’ Collection, Volume 0730, Page 489
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- (continued from previous page)flies.
13. A secret never can told among three.
14. It is never too late to men.
15. a rolling stone catches no moss.
16. A nod is better than a wink to a blind horse.
17. Do to others what you would like others to do to you.
18. Cleanliness is next to Godliness.
19. Kill two birds with one stone.
20. What is seldom is wonderful.
21.Trust not a slave with money nor a woman with a secret.
22. Empty vessels make most noise.
23. An empty sack cannot stand.
24. A good beginning is half the work.
25. Children should be seen but not heard.
26. Children or fools should handle edged tools.
27. God is nearer to you than the door.
28. Many cooks spoil the broth.
29. Help everyone as much as you can.
30. Many hands make light work.
31. A wet and windy May fills the farmyard with corn and hay.(continues on next page)
