School: Cohaw (B)

Location:
Cohaw, Co. Cavan
Teacher:
P. Woods
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The Schools’ Collection, Volume 1018, Page 226

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The Schools’ Collection, Volume 1018, Page 226

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  1. If the sun sets red, it is a sign of good weather on the following day.
    It is a sign of rain if there are black heavy clouds.
    If the bell on Latton church is heard distinctly when it rings, it is a sign of good weather.
    If the goats come home themselves it is a sign of bad weather.
    It is a sign of rain if the sun rises red.
    If the cat sits with her back to the fire it is a sign of rain.
    If the dog eats grass it is a sign of rain.
    If the magpie alight on the sheep's back it is a signs of rain.
    If the birds alight on the fields instead
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