Patsys Mericle
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Patsys Mericle
Patsys Mericle. Young Patsy, the son of Widow O Keefe skipped school in order to drive the pigs to market, but unfortunately ran into his schoolteacher Mr Muldoon on the way, who delivered a kick in the southern hemisphere. It would be a miracle if he hadn t noticed the occurence appears to be the punchline to this tale... Date: circa 1908
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Driving Kicked Master Miracle Painful Patsy Pigs Rear Rump School Teacher Teacher Back Side
EDITORS COMMENTS
In this evocative image from circa 1908, young Patsy Mericle, the son of Widow O'Keefe, is seen making an unexpected detour from his schoolbooks to drive a herd of pigs to market. The mischievous grin on his face suggests that he relishes the adventure, despite the potential consequences. However, the punchline to this tale lies in the looming figure of Mr. Muldoon, the stern schoolteacher, who appears to have caught Patsy in the act. With a disapproving glare and a raised foot, Mr. Muldoon delivers a swift and painful kick to the young boy's rear end, as indicated by the wince on Patsy's face and the red mark visible on his trousers. The miracle in this story is that Mr. Muldoon seems oblivious to the occurrence, his attention fixed on scolding Patsy for skipping school. This humorous and poignant snapshot captures the essence of rural Irish life, where the daily struggles of farming and education intertwine, and the antics of mischievous children continue to surprise and delight.
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