School: Kilnaleck (B.)
- Location:
- Kilnaleck, Co. Cavan
- Teacher: P. Ó Máirtín
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- It is unlucky to walk under a ladder because if you do you mightn't grow an inch taller.To break a mirror is seven years ill-luck.It is unlucky to burn a person's own hair when cut, and it should be stuck in a hole in a ditch.It is unlucky for a weasel to spit in a drink.It is unlucky to carry a spade on your shoulders through a house.It is unlucky to meet a red-haired person on the road at night.It is unlucky for a hare to cross your path.It is unlucky to throw out dirty water after sunset.It is unlucky to give away a pet pig without getting anything for it(continues on next page)
- Collector
- Sean Mc Gee
- Gender
- Male
- Informant
- Mr Patrick Mc Gee
- Gender
- Male
- Age
- 50
- Address
- Kilnaleck, Co. Cavan