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School: Convent of Mercy, Athlone

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Athlone, Co. Westmeath
Teacher:
Sr Regis
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The Schools’ Collection, Volume 0749, Page 033

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    farm and back he tramped. How glad he was to see the old place again poor and all as it was. He sat down on the doorstep to rest awhile.
    "I don't believe there is any good luck in the world" said he to himself.
    O yes there is said a voice quite near us. The man started and looked up but what was it but a lovely lady standing before him.
    "Who are you" he asked.
    "I am the Lady of good luck" she answered. I have watched you for a long time, and now I have come to Give you your fortune.
    Oh I will do anything cried the man if only I can have good luck. Tell me fair lady how I can get it. Listen carefully, then, said the lady. There are three things you must do. The lady
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    History Edit
    Language
    English
    Collector
    Kathleen Kenny
    Gender
    Female
    Address
    Athlone, Co. Westmeath