School: Sgoil Naoimh Conaill, Na Gleanntaí (roll number 15467)
- Location:
- Glenties, Co. Donegal
- Teacher: Cathal Mac Duibhir
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- In the penal days in the parish of Ardara there lived a priest by the name of Father Boyle.
Killiskewer chapel and graveyard had their origin in a desire that was probably genuine on the part of planters, as it certainly was on father Boyle's part to prevent military interference and bloodshed. Peace remained in these remote parts for a long time but at last the information that was wanted was received namely the place where father Boyle said mass.
Directly the sleuth-hounds were let loose and he (father Boyle) had to seek refuge. On the top of Mullmassaig peak is a very conspicuous rock called Garran(continues on next page)- Collector
- Seorsamh Mac Aoidh
- Gender
- Male
- Address
- Glenties, Co. Donegal