School: Lios Leacach (B. & C.) (roll number 12732 / 12733)

Location:
Lislackagh, Co. Mayo
Teacher:
Máire E. Uí Einrí
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The Schools’ Collection, Volume 0123C, Page 11_005

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The Schools’ Collection, Volume 0123C, Page 11_005

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    If the wild geese fly from west to east it is the sign of fair weather. If the seagulls are seen along the rivers it is the sign of fine weather. When the sun sets like a ball of fire in summer time it is a sure sign of heat. In winter when it sets red it is a sign of frost. When the swallows fly low rain follows.
    When the seagulls come inland and
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      1. weather-lore (~6,442)
    Language
    English
    Collector
    Annie Brennan
    Gender
    Female
    Address
    Carrownacross, Co. Mayo