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This is a collection of folklore compiled by schoolchildren in Ireland in the 1930s. More information

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  1. Folklore

    CBÉS 0928

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    “There is a spring well not far from the ruins of Kilmurry Church which is known as "The Blessed Well".”

    CBÉS 0928

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    “The district abounds with many historical associations. Newtownmountkennedy the nearest village, is about a mile distant from the Convent.”

    CBÉS 0928

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    “Newtownmountkennedy derives its name from an Alderman Kennedy knighted in Charles II's reign...”

    CBÉS 0928

    Newtown Mountkennedy, Co. Wicklow

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    “A battle was fought in Newtown on 4th June 1798 (The day Lord Edward Fitzgerald died in Newgate prison)...”

    CBÉS 0928

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    “The ruins of the old church at Killadreenan (The Church of the white thorn) is of very ancient date...”

    CBÉS 0928

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    “On Ballinahinch Hill is a small cave, and nearby a small patch of level land both of which are locally known...”

    CBÉS 0928

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    “It is said that the old Castle at Newcastle was repaired by Earl Fitzwilliam during that nobleman's term as viceroy.”

    CBÉS 0928

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  9. The Pass of Dunran

    CBÉS 0928

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  10. The Devil's Glen

    CBÉS 0928

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    “The customs of the people were quite different to what they are today.”

    CBÉS 0928

    Brigid Odlum

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