Biddy never requested money for her services, but allowed her clients to decide how to compensate her. Whiskey and poitín were common trade items in those days, so her house was frequently stocked with an abundance of alcohol and eventually became known as a place where people could go to drink and play cards.
Biddy did not ask for money for her services; instead, she allowed clients to decide on compensation. Whiskey and poitín were common trade items in those times, so her house was often filled with an abundance of alcohol, eventually becoming known as a place where people could go to drink and play cards.