Set of index cards describing some of the local features of the townland of Arderoo, [Na hArd-doiriú]. Loch beag doire circe, Loch na bfaoileán, Loughbeg, Ardermore Lough, Loughfatha, Thullalthree Hill are some of the local features briefly described.
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Set of index cards describing some of the local features of the townland of Ardkyle, [Ardchoill]. Descriptions are given of Freaghillaun South (Freegh Island), Carraig Ghéar (Carrigeen South), Cuainin Garbh, Ross Beach, Poll na gColm (Ooeycolum on the OS maps), Glasoileán, Leac na mBó, Leac na Sronna, and Fruaigh Leathan. Some notes are included offering musings on the meanings of the different place names. Paddy Heanue of Letterbeg, and an old man who lives in the last cottage in Ardkyle are credited as providing some of the information therein. A note on a ruined megalith, 25 metres from a cliff ledge. A letter from Mike Gibbons (1988), is credited as being the source of some of the information.
Set of index cards describing some of the local features of the townland of Ardmore, [An Aird Mhóir]. Included are descriptions of Caladh Mór, the grave of a French sailor buried under rock almost 100 years ago, Duinín, Carraig na hOillaine, Sindile (an islet, Tim Robinson describes the profile as that of a beater, and includes a small sketch), Corrán, and a small cave known locally as 'Jack of the Lanterns'. Patrick Mullen (et al), and Mr. MacDonagh of Eyrephort are credited as being sources of some of the local information.
Set of index cards describing some of the local features of the townland of Ard na gCraobhach [Ardnagreevagh]. Included are descriptions of Freaghillaun North, Lúibín an aill, Cathair (a ringfort), a forge, Bóithín na Cathrach, Carraig Léith, Cuainín Mór, Carraig an Bhradáin, Portín na Lachan, Fó Mhainnín, Aice, Ceann na Dumhaí, Cnocán na Sceithí, and Port an Chaisleáin. Several references are given to 'Hidden Connemara' as a source of information for this townland.
Set of index cards describing the historical and geographical features of Athry [Atraí], as well as a poetical picture it inspired, called 'The Home of the Heron' by George Petrie. Described are a hump bridge, a photo of which is included in 'Croí Chonamara', Athry Lake, Port Arthur, Cnocán Bríd Ní Mháinnín, and Loch an Dá Oileáin. John Mannion of Garroman, and Willy O'Malley of Ballinafad are credited with providing information.
Set of index cards describing some of the local features of the townland of Atticlogh, [Áit Tí Cloch]. Included are a description of stones found locally in a bog, and a note about The Congo, a nickname given to the boglands opened up around the time of fighting in the Congo.
Set of index cards describing some of the local features of the townland of Attigoddaun, [Áit Tí Geadáin]. A note about (Tomáis) de Bhaldraithe about placenames that begin with Áit Tí, that a personal name usually follows. A note about a local stabdubg stone, and a credit to Mike Gibbons.
Set of index cards describing some of the local features of the townland of Áit Tí Robhartaigh [Attirowerty]. The Field Name Books mention this is the site of the house of Roarty. Some notes about the ownership of the townland, dating back to the Martin estate, and a description of Traheen River.
Two index cards relating to the townland of Audnasillagh, [ Aird na Saileach]. A note on islands within the townland.