School: Model School, Clonmel

Location:
Clonmel, Co. Tipperary
Teacher:
Ella M. Adams
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The Schools’ Collection, Volume 0567, Page 058

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The Schools’ Collection, Volume 0567, Page 058

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    try to walk without the crutches and he walked.
    If sheep's wool is put in the ear it will cure an ear-ache
    There is a weed called Chick-weed, and inside it there is a white liquid which when rubbed to the flesh cures warts.
    If corns are put in the sea it is supposed to cure the,
    The church of Ireland in clonmel is very very old. There is a chestnut tree in it which is also very old. There is a hole in the tree which is very often full of water. If a person who has warts dips the warts in this water they will disapper altogether.
    Donkey's milk is very good for a cold.
    Transcribed by a member of our volunteer transcription project.
    Topics
    1. activities
      1. medical practice
        1. folk medicine (~11,815)
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    English