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School: Newtown, Kells (roll number 5053)

Location:
An Baile Nua (Shea), Co. Chill Chainnigh
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  1. Proverbs

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    A great many old proverbs are used in every home.
    The ones usually heard about this district are,
    "A stitch in time saves nine."
    Better late than ever.
    All is not gold that glitters.
    Make hay while the sun shines.
    The early bird catches the early worm.
    Its never too
    (continues on next page)
    Transcribed by a member of our volunteer transcription project.
    History Edit
    Topics
    1. seánra
      1. ealaín bhéil (~1,483)
        1. seanfhocail (~4,377)
    Language
    English
    Collector
    James Sweeney
    Gender
    Male
    Address
    Garraí an Ghoidínigh, Co. Chill Chainnigh
    Informant
    John Sweeney
    Gender
    Male
    Age
    45
    Address
    Garraí an Ghoidínigh, Co. Chill Chainnigh