School: Ballynarry
- Location:
- Ballynarry, Co. Cavan
- Teacher: E. Mac Gabhann
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The Schools’ Collection, Volume 0989, Page 004
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Experience is the best schoolmaster
A good book is the best of friends
Many spoons makes clean dishes
I love the fresh air.
