FOOTNOTES.

[7] The present Limerick.

[8] A hog, 1s. 1d.

[9] White-haired boy, a curious Irish phrase for the favourite child.

[10] A hill in the west of the County of Limerick, on the summit of which are the ruins of an old church, with a burying-ground still in use. The situation is exceedingly singular and bleak.

[11] The practice of praying rounds, with the view of healing diseases, at Barrygowen well, in the County of Limerick, is still continued, notwithstanding the exertions of the neighbouring Catholic priesthood, which have diminished, but not abolished it.

[12] Of the Shannon.

[13] Does he say?

[14] Literally—walk in.

[15] The abode of the fairies.