School: Cluain Mór (1), Baile an Droichid
- Location:
- Clonmore, Co. Carlow
- Teacher: Séamus Ó Laochdha
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- Miscellaneous
1). "The dew where sheep lay is supposed to be for curing the measles. Gather it in the morning + drink it but the person who has the measles must gather it himself ( Thos. Keogh)
2). "Witches long ago used to boil frogs to cure the measles" (Thos Keogh Ballyshane).
3). "Cold tea is a good thing for bad eye sight or for sore eyes. Put it in a dish + put your eyes down open in it" (Ths. Keogh).
4). "Goose grease is good for rheumatism, stiff joints etc." (General). ( or fresh bulls)
5). "Carry a boiled potato in your pocket(continues on next page)