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School: Laragh (B.)

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Larah, Co. Cavan
Teacher:
P. Ó Briain
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The Schools’ Collection, Volume 0981, Page 099

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The Schools’ Collection, Volume 0981, Page 099

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  2. Old Poems - Raven's Wood

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    No townland of this name is found in survey map but a large plantation in townland of Altbeagh is called Ravens Wood and a steep precipice is printed out as Raven's Rock and on this pinnacle a raven used build its nest.
    Near this rock was a castle in keeping with the times. The walls were of stone and the roof thatched. Bernard Brady deceased 1933 used to say he remembers the castle standing and describes its appearance. Vineyard and hothouses were adjacent and the ruins are still there. Growing wild here and there around are logan berries, raspberries and
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