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13 12 2019
RESCHEDULED CONCERT - the Kerry Coral Union concert in Listowel Church, had to be rescheduled to Wed. 18th Dec. at 7.30pm due to last weekend’s storm.
YOUTH GROUP LISTOWEL invites you to our twist on The Nativity. Friday 20th December at 7pm sharp assisted by the Parish Folk Group. Open to everyone to come and enjoy.
PARISH COLLECTIONS ON THE RISE from Fr Kevin: I wish to really acknowledge those generous Parishioners who have come forward in recent weeks with donations of €250 plus to the Moyvane Parish Fund. As an eligible charity, we are able to claim tax relief on donations of €250 or more in the tax year. These great contributions together with donations from the Offertory Box Scheme help our parish greatly. Very many thanks to those who have come forwards in recent weeks.
PASTORAL AREA CONFESSIONS: in St. Mary’s Church, Listowel on Monday 16th December at 8pm.
CAROL SERVICE - MURHUR N.S: The pupils of Murhur National School will be performing a Christmas Carol Service on Friday 20th December at 10:30am in Moyvane Church. There will be a special collection on the day for the Kevin Bell Repatriation Trust (who were so generous and supportive of the O’Donoghue & Leahy families recently). The school extends an invitation to parents, grandparents, family, and friends. All welcome.
ROADWORKS UPDATE: There may be a traffic light system in place on the Moyvane –Knockanure road next week. Info Pádraig 086/6072159. Also, minor trenching and ducting works will take place next week on the Moyvane/Tarbert road under a stop and go traffic management system. Info Shane 087/9829576.
THANK YOU FROM THE SENIOR CITIZENS: The aforementioned committee wish to thank all who attended their annual Christmas Party, which was held on the 17th November. Thanks to Fr. Kevin for celebrating Mass with us. This Christmas Party would not be the success it is without the generous support of businesses in the Parish who continue, year in – year out, to give so many generous spot prizes. A special thank you to main sponsors Irish Wire, North Cork Creameries, ICA Guild and to the Marian Hall Committee for the free use of the hall. We wish each and everyone a Happy Christmas and a healthy New Year.
DVD of Cailín Bán is on sale in local Glin shops. Video which includes aerial views of Glin Castle and the Shannon. The cost is €15. All proceeds from sale will go towards the new Interpretive Centre proposed for the back of the library in Glin.
WALL of Honour; Retired Garda Sergeant Tom Barrett of Lower Dirreen is one of 17 Gardaí from the Limerick Division who will feature on a wall of honour, recently unveiled at Henry St. Garda Station. All 17 Gardaí received Scott Medals for exceptional bravery. Tom received his medal in 1995 while stationed at Roxboro Station. He disarmed a man who was carrying a loaded firearm. Ex-Sgt. Barrett was on his own at the time.
WINNER: Out of more than 520 entries, Siobhan Healy’s story was selected as the winner in Irish Times travel writers competition. She will receive a holiday for two people in Tenerife next April, courtesy of Travel Department. Siobhan is a native of Newcastle West, but now resides in Glensharrold. Her story can be read on the Irish Times website.
GOAL MILE TARBERT - Now in its 36th year and held at Christmas in villages, towns and cities throughout Ireland, The Goal Mile sees tens of thousands of participants’ run/jog/walk, bring the dog or bring the pram, to raise funds and awareness for Goal projects. Goal provides vital emergency relief and development assistance to people in crisis regions worldwide. This year our own beautiful Tarbert Island Road will be a route for The Goal Mile on Christmas morning at 9am.
IRISH RED CROSS Christmas Party 22nd Dec at 2 p.m. in Grand Hotel. Tickets €5.
JOBS: North Kerry Older Persons Maintenance Service is now taking requests for Winter. For more information please call 068 23429.
GLIN: St. Stephens Day fundraising event being led by Shane Culhane for Pieta House, Preventing Suicide and Self Harm is being organised for St. Stephens Day.
CHRISTMAS CEREMONIES IN THE AREA
Saturday 21stDec. Tarbert @ 6pm
Ballylongford @ 7pm
Sunday 22nd Dec. Asdee @ 9.30am
Ballylongford @ 10.30am
Tarbert @ 11.30am
Christmas Eve Tarbert @ 6pm
Ballylongford @ 7.30pm
Asdee @ 9pm
Christmas Day – Asdee @ 9.30am
Ballylongford @ 10.30am
Tarbert @ 11.30am
IRISH ABROAD: The W.A. Record (Perth, WA : 1888 - 1922) Sat 27 Nov 1915 Page 15
An Old Irish Pioneer Dead! Another old resident in the person of Mr. Luke Murphy, senior passed
to his reward - on the 3rd Inst, at the residence of his son; Dr. Thomas Murphy, Crimea street, St. Kilda, at the age of 82 years. He was one of the oldest and most respected residents
of Gippsland. He arrived in Victoria over 60 years ago. The deceased gentleman belonged to an old and well-known Irish family in the County Carlow, one of his antecedents being Father Murphy, who fell at Vinegar Hill in the insurrection of '98. A family of eight sons and one daughter
survive him, viz., Dr. Thomas Murphy,. M.A., M.S., MD., F.R.C.S., of Collins street, Melbourne; Mr. Luke Murphy, barrister and solicitor, and formerly Mayor of Bendigo ; Dr.John Murphy, M.D., F.R.C.S;, specialist for diseases of the throat, nose and ear, St. Vincent's. Hospital, Melbourne, and Military Base Hospital,St. Kilda road, and member of Medical Board, of Victoria; Mr. Lawrence
Murphy, barrister and solicitor, of Bendigo; Mr. Frank' Murphy,: barrister and solicitor, of Melbourne, and now a member of the Expeditionary Forces; Mr. Joseph Murphy, dentist,
of Sydney; Mr. Edward Murphy, grazier, Mallee; Mr. P. Murphy, merchant, Melbourne; and Miss M. Murphy. Mr. Luke Murphy's wife died about eight years ago.
Advocate (Melbourne, Vic. : 1868 - 1954) Wed 24 Sep 1947 Page 24
Irish Priest Pioneer of Boys' Town Idea on a visit to Ireland is Very Rev. Mgr. John J. Corrigan,
Executive Director of the Mission of the Immaculate Virgin for homeless and destitute
children, the largest child-caring institution in the United States, and the organisation on which
Boys' Town was patterned. In an interview with an "Irish Press" reporter, Mgr. Corrigan said that with 'the approval of Cardinal Spellman, President of the Board of Trustees, he was visiting Ireland to pay respect to the founder of the mission, Father John Drumgoole, who was born in Granard, Co. Longford in 1816.
PIONEER; Father Drumgoole, he said, was the pioneer of child-caring institutions, and the father of
vocational trade schools for under-privileged children. With his widowed mother he went to
the United States at the age of eight. His studies for the priesthood were interrupted because
he had to provide for her, and he was 53 before he was ordained. The Mission of the Immaculate
Virgin was founded by Father Drumgoole, in New York in 1871, and its supporting organisation,
St. Joseph's Union, in 1876. The Mission, known as Mount Loretto, was now the largest child-caring institution in the U.S., having in its home 1081 boys and girls. Its 42 buildings stood on 640 acres with a big dairy farm. Mgr. Corrigan said that they wanted young women to join the Sisters of St. Francis at the Mission. Those interested should communicate with the Director of the Mission at Staten Island, or at 381 Lafayette-street, New York City.
Irish in America, so many died young.
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PADRE PIO DEVOTIONS in Lixnaw on Tuesday 19th November AT 7.30PM.
ATHEA: The Going Strong Christmas Party will take place on Wednesday, December 4th. Mass will be celebrated in the Top of the Town at 12 noon sharp followed by Dinner & Music by Blue Rhythm.
FAIR in Glin. The much anticipated traditional Glin Old Fair Day takes place this year on Saturday, December 7. If you are interested in securing a table please contact Michael Donnellan on 087 9953577.
ROADWORKS UPDATE: Full road closure on the Trien road Mon 2nd to Fri 6th of Dec with no through traffic from 8am to 6pm and a diversion route in place. Local access for residents but no through traffic during closure times. Traffic light system in place on the Moyvane-Knockanure road during the week. Info Padraig 086/6072159. Also works on the Moyvane / Tarbert road between the Newline Road and the Coop in Moyvane Village from 7am to 7pm Mon to Fri. Works between Newline Rd and the Bally Rd(Roches cross) junction under a full road closure with a diversion route, local access for residents affected by the closure but no through traffic will be allowed during closure times. Works between the Bally Rd(Roches cross) and the Coop with be under a single lane closure with stop and go traffic management. Info Shane 087/9829576.
KNOCK All-night Vigil takes place on December 7th/8th. With Fitzpatrick’s of Listowel. Vigil programme 10pm confessions in the Chapel of Reconciliation 12am vigil in Basilica 4am concelebrated mass. Coach will leave Listowel @ 4.30pm. Phone (068) 21707 or (087) 3966399.
CHRISTMAS CONCERT AT ST. MARY’S CHURCH, LISTOWEL: Kerry Choral Union are presenting An
Evening of Christmas Music & Carols In St. Mary’s Church, Listowel on Sunday evening 8th December at 7.30pm.
PRESENTATION SECONDARY SCHOOL, Carol Service will take place on Thurs. 5th Dec. at 7.30pm in St. Mary’s Church, Listowel. Everyone welcome.
KERRY OLDER PERSONS MAINTENANCE SERVICE is now taking requests for winter. For more information please call 068 23429.
SUNDAY AFTERNOONS DURING ADVENT Adoration in preparation for Christmas, in Listowel, will begin on Sunday, Dec. 1st and every Sunday throughout Advent from 3 to 6pm.
WEST LIMERICK SINGING CLUB: The club meet on the first Friday of each month in Philip Enrights, The Ramble Inn, Church Street, Abbeyfeale from 9pm.
PARTY: The Going Strong Christmas Party will take place on Wednesday, December 4th. Mass will be celebrated in the Top of the Town, Athea at 12 noon sharp followed by Dinner & Music by Blue Rhythm. To book please contact Maireád Langan on 087-6407026 or Eileen O’Sullivan on 087-9848247.
MICHEAL ENGLISH COMES TO CHURCH: Micheal English will give a Christmas themed concert and will also sing a selection of his own popular songs on Friday, December 6. All proceeds will go towards the ongoing maintenance of St. Ita’s Hall.
IRISH BLOOD TRANSFUSION BOARD donor clinic in the Community Centre, Ballybunion on Thursday 14th December from 5 p.m. to 8 p.m.
BALLYLONGFORD ICA will hold the annual Sale of Work in aid of the Senior Citizens Party on Sat. 7th Dec in the Parish Hall after 7pm mass. Auctions, raffles, special door price, kids novelties & cake sale. Christmas Party for our Senior Citizens will be held on Sun. 15th Dec. in the Parish Hall, Ballylongford commencing with Holy Mass at 1pm.
LIXNAW 5KM TURKEY TROT: takes place Sun. 8th Dec. in Lixnaw Village. Sign up now for this fun walk, run, jog or trot and support Comfort for Chemo Kerry and the Irish Red Cross. Sign up via the Lixnaw Turkey Trot page.
ST JOHN’S LISTOWEL, DECEMBER
Wed 4th - Fri 20th - ART EXHIBITION - COLOURFUL SPIRITS
Opening will take place on the 4th December at 8pm and the exhibition will remain on view until Friday 20th December.
Thur 5th - MIKE HANRAHAN IN CONVERSATION WITH JOE McGILL
Join us for an evening of story, music and friendships as Mike Hanrahan talks to Radio Kerry’s Joe McGill about his memoir Beautiful Affair.
Mon 9th - Wed 11th & Mon 16th- CHITTY CHITTY BANG BANG
Theatrix Stage School present the iconic musical favourite filled with unforgettable songs, Chitty Chitty Bang Bang is a high-flying, fun-filled adventure for the entire family.
Thurs 12th- MÍCHEÁL Ó HAIRTNÉIDE - OÍCHE ÉIGSE & CUIMHNÍ CINN
MICHAEL HARTNETT - AN EVENING OF POETRY, MUSIC & MEMORIES- A celebration one of Ireland's best loved poets Michael Hartnett. Featuring some of his best loved poems in English and Irish, with music accompaniment. Le; Gabriel Fitzmaurice, Cathal Quinn - dánta/poems, Michelle Mulcahy - ceol/music, Muireann Nic Amhlaoibh - amhráin/songs agus Tristan Rosenstock - Fear an Tí/ MC
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FUNDRAISER: Let’s fight cancer mid-west annual fundraiser for Milford Hospice and The Mid Western Cancer Foundation will be at the recently refurbished Ballintemple Inn on Saturday the 14th of December 2019.
NIGHT AT THE OSKARS: Casting night for Abbeyfeale’s Night at the Oskars will be on Tuesday, December 3 from 7 –10pm in St. Ita’s Day Care Centre, Abbeyfeale.
SEENAGER CHOIR: A Community that sings together, stays together'. A little over 6 weeks ago, a group of Seenagers (senior teenagers) came together in Abbeyfeale to form a 'singalong choir'. After 6 most enjoyable weeks of rehearsing, both singing and drumming, the group would like to invite you to a group singalong performance on Thursday December 5 at the Glórach Theatre, Abbeyfeale at 7pm. Refreshments will also be served. Tickets are free but must be booked in advance by contacting Damien Ahern on 087 9042477. This project is funded by the SICAP programme. The Social Inclusion and Community Activation Programme (SICAP) 2018-2022 is funded by the Irish Government through the Department of Rural and Community Development and co-funded by the European Social Fund under the Programme for Employability, Inclusion and Learning (PEIL) 2014-2020.
COMMUNITY SUBSTANCE MISUSE TEAM: A free and confidential service for under 18’s and their families impacted by substance misuse is provided on the first Wednesday of the month in St. Ita’s Hall from 2.30pm – 5pm. Contact Kristeen Laing 086 4141854.
ARDFERT RETREAT CENTRE Bookings: Phone 0667134276. Fire Fall-Charismatic Prayer Meeting every Monday 7.30pm. Growing as Followers of Jesus Christ: Dr. Jessie Rogers, Sat. 7th Dec. 10am-2pm. Advent Retreat: Fr. Mossie Kelliher SMA, Fri. 13th to Sun. 15th Dec.
DUAGH TIDY TOWNS PHOTOS APPEAL:A lot of time and effort goes into putting together a Memory Room for Christmas. We appeal again for some local photos that might be of interest to the local community. Old photos of Duagh/Lyre/Kilmorna etc. environs & people we would appreciate you submitting these photos to us. Any suggestions for inclusion in the room are also welcome. Send via email: duaghtidytowns@gmail.com or Facebook: Duagh Tidy Towns or contact Therese/Tracey 087-6718557/087-9951368If we do not have the photos we cannot proceed with this project.
ARIES: Advancing Recovery in Ireland Education Service serving the Mid-West region. If you have an interest in mental health, well-being and recovery, please make a note of our free workshop in St. Ita’s Community Hall, Convent St., Abbeyfeale, on December 5 from 2pm – 5pm. To book places contact Mike O’Neill on 085-8768517 or at michael.oneill8@hse.ie. For more information visit www.hse.ie/mwaries
CHRISTMAS TRACTOR RUN: "Estuary Rollers will hold a Christmas Tractor Run on Sunday, December 15. Registration will begin from 1.30pm at Abbeyfeale Mart with a fee of €20 per tractor. The run will start at Abbeyfeale Mart before heading up through Abbeyfeale Town, it will then continue to Athea, Moyvane, Tarbert, Glin before concluding for refreshments in The Knockdown Arms. There will also be a prize for the most decorated Christmas tractor. All proceeds are in aid of a wonderful local charity - Milford Hospice."
IRISH MASS ON RADIO NA GAELTACHTA: As part of the 150 Celebrations and at the request of Radio na Gaeltachta, the 9.00am Mass in St. John’s Church on Sunday December 29th will be recorded for broadcasting at 11am that morning. A gathering for all who wish to learn the Irish Mass responses for that Mass are invited to practice sessions in St. John’s Parish Centre on Monday 9thand Monday 16th at 6.30pm. Fáilte roimh cách.
SUNDAY AFTERNOONS DURING ADVENT Adoration in in Listowel in preparation for Christmas, from 3 to 6pm.
SOCIAL & HEALTH EDUCATION PROJECT (SHEP) are offering “Seasons for Growth, Living with Grief, Loss & Change”, In Recovery Haven Tralee Starting on Thursday 5thDecember, free of Charge to participants. If you are interested contact Deirdre at 087-7728089.
CARRIGKERRY National School opened in September 1979, and to mark the anniversary a Mass was held in St Mary’s Church Carrigkerry on Sunday November 17 2019.
Principal Ann Horan in her address remembered all the former teachers, and pupils who have departed this world. She welcomed the past teachers who were present, John Looney, Carmel Magner, Brigid Griffin, Mary Keating, Bridie Murphy, and others associated over the 40 years, and Nora Kennelly for donating the flowers for the church. The SNA teachers, and secretaries, for their services. Peg Flynn RIP and family caretakers of the school. Pat King and the CE members for all the behind the scenes work. The original parents committee who picketed the School in 1969, to retain the School, instead of being amalgamated with Ardagh.
School roll books, plus photos were on display, and Bridget Griffin had photographs of the Carrigkerry Carnival committee, from over 50 years ago. Carrigkerry has 62 pupils enrolled at present, with 13 starting last September. Current teachers- Ann Horan, Tom Dillane, Triona Kearney Lynch and Evelyn Stack, Board of Management members, and all who helped are thanked.
KERRY Landholders 1876
Here are the names and addresses of every landholder in Kerry in 1876 who had at least one acre. This is a really interesting list of those who owned rather than those who tenanted Kerry land at the end of the nineteenth century. The main fact that strikes me when I read down the names is the number of landowners who are not resident in the county, with the largest landholder the Marquess of Lansdowne , of Lansdowne House, London with 94,983 acres. But on the other hand the next two largest landholders, the Earl of Kenmare with 91,080 acres and Henry Herbert of Muckross with 47,238 acres ,both have addresses in Killarney.
https://mykerryancestors.com/kerry-landholders-1876/
COMMONS: THE CONVICT SYSTEM—TRANSPORTATION.
HC Deb 08 March 1849 vol 103 cc384-424
Some of Mr H A Herberts speech below.
It appeared, from the report of the Inspector General of Prisons in Ireland, that in 1847 there were 12,883 persons crowded into gaols designed to contain no more than 5,655. He regretted to say that of late years there had been, in that country, an increase of crime as well as of distress. In 1845, the number of convictions in Ireland was 7,105; of committals, 16,696. In 1846, convictions, 8,693; commitments, 18,492. In 1847, convictions, 15,233; committals, 31,209. So that between 1845 and 1847, the commitments and convictions had nearly doubled. But there was still a more awful part of the subject. The deaths in gaols were truly frightful. In 1835, they were only 81; in 1836, they were 132; but in 1847, they reached the alarming amount of 1,315
After some statements Mr Herbert continues
He would also mention the case of Kerry gaol, built to accommodate 86 persons, but which now contained no less than 582 prisoners, being six times the number it was designed to hold. Amongst that number were 15 male and 16 female lunatics.
SIR G. GREY said
Previously to 1846 the average annual number of persons sentenced in Ireland to transportation was about 600. But in 1847 and 1848 the number was nearly bordering upon 2,000.
The number of prisoners sentenced to transportation in Ireland at the last quarter-sessions, amounted to 596, being equal to the whole annual average for several years prior to 1846.
SIR J. PAKINGTON
He stated that he saw by the papers laid before Parliament, that the convicts on arriving at the colonies were readily engaged, some as shepherds and some as general servants, some at wages to the amount of 5s. 6d. a day, and also 1l. 16s. a week, and that the general servants received from 15l. to 25l. a year. The same papers also reported favourably of the conduct of those thus engaged, which, except in some few instances, had been remarkably good.
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Sister Mary Paul (Maura Byron) later wrote when asked about her memories of the early days of school, “I remember, as if it were yesterday, that moment in September when I finally faced my fifth-grade class of sixty-five boys and girls. I was so nervous that I have no recollection of what I taught that day but I do recall the great sense of elation I felt when at the end of the day I could report to my Sisters, ‘The class was wonderful! They were full of life and so well-behaved.’”
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22 11 2019
ST. JOHN’S PARISH BAZAAR 2019 Tralee: Friday 29th & Saturday 30th November at 7.30pm and Sunday 1st December at 2.30pm at the KDYS Hall, Denny St. Tralee. Fr. Seán will be there.
ST JOHN’S; Thursday 21st to Mon. 25th - Johnnie, a comic drama presented by local actors, details from 068 22566.
GATE CLOSED: The church gates Abbeyfeale, will be locked each evening at 8pm for the winter months.
MAINTENANCE FOR MEN, Information Evening on Men’s Cancers, and Organised by Comfort for Chemo Kerry on Tuesday 19th November at 7.30pm in The Rose Hotel. MC Billy Keane, Speakers Dr Richard Bambury and Dr Dearbhaile Collins, Oncologists, Wayne Quillian, Fitness and Nutrition Consultant and The Patients Journey by a patient who has gone through the cancer journey. Admission free.
BOOK LAUNCH: Nancy McAuliffe will launch her third book of Ballylongford Photographic Memories on 30th Nov at 8pm in Ballylongford Parish Hall.
WEST LIMERICK SINGING CLUB: The club meet on the first Friday of each month in Philip Enrights, The Ramble Inn, Church Street, Abbeyfeale from 9pm.
PARTY: The Going Strong Christmas Party will take place on Wednesday, December 4th. Mass will be celebrated in the Top of the Town, Athea at 12 noon sharp followed by Dinner & Music by Blue Rhythm. To book please contact Maireád Langan on 087-6407026 or Eileen O’Sullivan on 087-9848247.
KINGDOM GOSPEL CHOIRS CHRISTMAS CONCERT: The three Kingdom Gospel choirs will be performing at the Friary Church on Sunday, December 1st at 3pm. Admission - donation only. All proceeds go to MS Ireland.
RED WEDNESDAY NOVEMBER 27th - is a day when people are asked to wear red to symbolise the blood of Christians that is shed because of their faith.
KNOCK SHRINE 2019 NIGHT VIGIL Sat December 7th 2019. With Fitzpatrick’s of Listowel. Vigil programme 10pm confessions in the Chapel of Reconciliation, 12am vigil in Basilica, 4am concelebrated mass. Fare €30. Coach will leave Listowel @ 4.30pm. Phone (068) 21707 or (087) 3966399. For accommodation in Knock contact, Noel on 01/6430060 or 087/3387410.
KERRY OLDER PERSONS MAINTENANCE SERVICE is now taking requests for winter. For more information please call 068 23429.
SUNDAY AFTERNOONS DURING ADVENT Adoration in preparation for Christmas, in Listowel, will begin on Sunday, Dec. 1st and every Sunday throughout Advent from 3 to 6pm.
MICHEAL ENGLISH COMES TO CHURCH: Micheal English will give a Christmas themed concert and will also sing a selection of his own popular songs on Friday, December 6. All proceeds will go towards the ongoing maintenance of St. Ita’s Hall.
ST JOHN’S; Wed 20th – Mon 25th- JOHNNIE-A comic drama by PG O’Dea presented by St John’s Theatre. The cast features; Batt O’Keeffe, Frances Kennedy, Annette O’Donnell, Johnny Corkery, Barry Francis, Bernie Daly, Conor Foley and Sonny Egan. “Mary the servant girl has been given notice to quit. But when it is discovered that she has inherited £10,000 from the father who abandoned her, she is killed with kindness and proposals of marriage.
Thur 28th- POEMS FROM THE PULPIT – AN INFORMAL EVENING OF FAVOURITE POEMS
Radio Kerry’s Deirdre Walsh invites some of Kerry’s best-known faces to come out of their comfort zone and read some of their all-time favourite poems! Proceeds from this event will be donated to The Kerry Hospice.
Fri 29th- DIRTBIRDS – SELF-HELP TOUR-Dirtbirds are comedy duo Sinead Culbert and Sue Collins (The Nualas).
TRADITIONAL MUSIC CLASSES ATHEA: Tutor Michael Broderick, Top of the Town Friday nights; Beginners 7.15 – 7.45pm, Advanced 7.45 – 8.15pm.
HOSPICE: The Light to Remember Kerry Hospice Foundation virtual tree is now on -line. You can buy a light for a loved one by clicking on the link. Lighttoremember.com. and add a tribute in the live book. There is also a light up celebration on Sun 8th Dec. at 5 p.m. in the grounds of University Hospital Kerry.
CHRISTMAS CONCERT AT ST. MARY’S CHURCH, LISTOWEL: Kerry Choral Union are presenting An Evening of Christmas Music & Carols here In St. Mary’s Church, Listowel on Sunday evening 8th December at 7.30pm. Musical Director: Sharon Reidy, accompanist: Áine Murray. It will be a lovely evening in preparation for the Festive Season. Tickets are now available at €10 in the Listowel Parish Office. Proceeds in aid of Church Renovation.
TARBERT THEATRE PLAYERS – stage the production of “Arsenic & Old Lace” exclusively in Tarbert Community Centre on Sat. 30th Nov. and Sun. 1st Dec. at 8pm.
ROADWORKS UPDATE: Full road closure on the Trien road from Monday the 25th to Friday the 29th of November with no through traffic allowed from 8am to 6pm and a diversion route will be in place. Local access will be maintained for residents affected by the closure but No through traffic will be allowed during closure times. Info Pádraig 086/6072159. Also, works will continue next week on the Moyvane / Tarbert road between the Newline Road and Moyvane Village under a full road closure from 7am to 7pm Monday to Friday. A diversion route will be in place. Local access for residents affected by the closure. No through traffic will be allowed during closure times. Info Shane 087/9829576.
CHIROPODIST – Michelle Conway will be in Tarbert Community Centre on Thur. 28th Nov. from 9.30am to 1pm. If you would like an appointment please call 083-4074256.
Chiropodist will be in the Parish Hall, Ballylongford on Wed. 4th Dec. Tel. 087-7672172 to book an appointment.
DRESS MAKING AND SEWING CLASSES will commence shortly at Listowel Family Resource Centre. The classes will take place on Friday mornings. Further details available from (068 23584).
SANTA CLAUSE - is coming to Town. Visit Santa at the Tarbert Bridewell on Sunday 1st December from 3 to 6 pm. There will be a gift from Santa for every child. Parents please bring your phone to capture these special moments. Storytelling, face painting & much more included. €8 per child. Phone 068- 36500.
LIXNAW 5KM TURKEY TROT takes place on Sunday 8th Dec. in Lixnaw village. Sign up now for this fun walk, run, jog or trot and support comfort for chemo Kerry and the Irish Red Cross. Sign up via the Lixnaw turkey trot page. Early entry price until Sat. 30th Nov.
SUPPORT PROGRAMME: St. John’s, Tralee Bereavement Support. Following our initial Bereavement talk, St. John’s invites you to a further session with Mary O’Driscoll from Southwest Counselling Services with a view to forming a support group for people experiencing loss/bereavement. All are welcome to attend. For more information you can contact Paddy at the Parish Centre or by e-mail paddy.daly@stjohns.ie
ST. MARY’S CHURCH Listowel- KERRY CHORAL UNION are presenting An Evening of Christmas Music & Carols In St. Mary’s on Sunday evening 8th December at 7.30pm. Musical Director: Sharon Reidy, accompanist: Áine Murray.
MACRA: 75th Anniversary Dinner Dance takes place on Saturday 30th November in Ballygarry House Hotel, Tralee. Doors open at 7pm, with live music on the night and a DJ until late. Tickets are €35pp. To reserve tickets, please contact Sean Joy on 0861508787
PILGRIMAGE; Kerry Diocese is visiting Oberammergau, Germany from Mon. 25th – Wed. 27th May 2020 for the world famous Passion Play which takes place every 10 years. Return flights Dublin/Munich with coach transfer Kerry/Dublin return. Cost €905 B&B and 1 Evening Meal. Insurance €15 extra pp under 80 years. Accommodation on a shared basis. Limited places available. Further details from Janice O Sullivan 064-7758219 or email joskdp@eircom.net.
MEDJUGORJE DATES for 2020. May 19th. June 23rd. July 28th. Sept 22nd. All flights ex Cork with Aer Lingus and Joe Walsh Tours. Cost 625 euro which includes early booking offer of 100 euro off if paid by Dec 15th. 7 nights all inclusive. Accompanied by Spiritual Directors. Contact Tom Dennehy on 087646865.
GLÓRACH NEWS: The supremely talented O'Leary sisters, Ruth and Joyce, who go under the name of Sephira, will be bringing their impressive live show to the Glórach Theatre on Friday, November 29. Tickets are at present sold out. It is hoped to hold another show in 2020. Wednesday, November 20, there will be an open meeting of the AA. Friday, December 5 an opportunity to see the Active Retired Ladies new choir and African Drumming. All welcome, there will be light refreshments served. For any enquiries about these events, please don't hesitate to call us at 0871383940 or email at glorachabbeyfeale@gmail.com.
WALK: The annual Christmas Walk along the Great Southern Trail Greenway will take place on Friday 27th December 2019. Assembly is at the carpark of the Rathkeale House Hotel, Rathkeale, Co. Limerick [Eircode V94NP54] between 12.30pm and 1.30pm. Bus Éireann services from Kerry and Limerick stop a few metres from the hotel for those who wish to reduce their carbon footprint.
Walkers will be transferred by Coach House Travel courtesy shuttle coach from the hotel car park to Ardagh from where they will have a 5mile [8km] stroll (a shorter option can also be provided) along the old railway back to the Rathkeale House Hotel which is alongside the Greenway. There they can enjoy seasonal mince pies, whipped cream and tea/coffee at their leisure. Cyclists, with visibility gear and lights, are also welcome and we suggest that they also meet at the hotel at 12.30 and cycle outwards along the Greenway for approximately one hour or more towards Newcastle West/Barnagh Tunnel and then return in time to enjoy the refreshments. The round trip to the tunnel is close to 30 miles[48km].We recommend that cyclists also wear a helmet for their own safety. Bike hire will also be available (preferably by prior booking) with pedalpursuitsbikehire@gmail.com 0868134061. Nollaig Shona do gach éinne agus beidh fáilte romhat ar an 27ú.
CHURCH: Formation for Lay Pastoral Ministry and Leadership’ which will be offered in the Diocese of Limerick next year. The programme is a direct response to the action from the Synod in 2016 to train lay volunteer catechists/animators/coordinators to support faith development in our parishes and pastoral units. The information evening at 7:30pm, Wednesday 27th November in the Longcourt Hotel, Newcastlewest. You will find more information on this programme on www.limerickdiocese.org.
PEORIA, Ill. —The Diocese of Peoria announced Monday that Venerable Fulton Sheen will be beatified Dec. 21 at the city's Cathedral of St. Mary of the Immaculate Conception.
Archbishop Sheen had been ordained a priest of the diocese in that cathedral Sept. 20, 1919.
http://www.ncregister.com/daily-news/venerable-fulton-sheen-to-be-beatified-dec.-21-in-peoria
HOLOCAUST: Dozens of world leaders will visit Jerusalem to mark 75th anniversary of Auschwitz liberation Vladimir Putin and Emmanuel Macron are among those who have confirmed their participation in the fifth World Holocaust Forum.
KERRYMAN of 10th June 1967 mentions that Miss Margaret Brandon is making her first visit to homeland of her parents. She is niece of John Brandon and Jer Mulvihill of Aughrim East. Also mentioned was J Collins of Knockanure a promising footballer and athlete.
SCHOOL FOLKLORE: (no title)
“Martin Kennelly of Dromin was out very late one night at a wake.”
Martin Kennelly of Dromin was out very late one night at a wake. When he was coming
home he saw two men looking out over the ditch. Martin saluted them but got no answer. He got afraid then he went home as quickly as he could. He said it must be someone from the other world. When he got home they were all up waiting for him. They said some one knocked at the door and when they opened it they saw no one. His wife wanted to go to the wake and he said he would go with her so they set out. When they came to the place where he saluted them he said, "Look here they are again". His wife looked and what was there but Martin's own horse and jennet. Everyone was laughing at him.
Collector- Peg Barry- Address Derry, Co. Kerry- Informant, Martin Kennelly-Address Dromin, Co. Kerry. Taken from Clounmacon School.
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“About a hundred years ago it was a common thing to find men working in the fields and in the bogs with a good knowledge not only of Irish but also of the classic.”
About a hundred years ago it was a common thing to find men working in the fields and in the bogs with a good knowledge not only of Irish but also of the classic. There was a man in Lixnaw whose name was Shawn Bawn McEllyott. Shawn was expelled out of Trinity College. When he was working in the bog he used talk in Latin to his companion who was also at one time in Trinity. Shawn's people were farmers in Ballyinagare in Lixnaw. Shawn went to Trinity first as a result of an examination. There was a gentleman farmer living near Lixnaw whose son was also going. He said. "What does a rough ignorant fellow want going there, he has no chance. Shawn heard this and his answer was. Tell him. I'll get a peg for my cap in a hall that no bostoon he ever reared will be able to get". Shawn studied in Trinity for a few weeks but could not conduct himself and had to leave it. From Peg Barry Clonmacon School.
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“There was a bank in Listowel and it was known as Roche's bank.”
There was a bank in Listowel and it was known as Roche's bank. The notes this bank issued was three and ten pence. There was a race meeting one day and Shawn was inside in a tent with one of his friends who was called Bel Shammy (a nickname) Shawn got one of the notes and copied it out. According as the notes were copied they were spent. Shawn is said to have made forty of them. Then he got too drunk to make any more. It is not known what happened Shawn over this but he and his friends had a royal day. From Wm Keane Clounmacon School.
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POPE in Thailand; Thirty-five years after St. John Paul II became the first pope to visit Thailand, Francis is marking the 350th anniversary of the creation of a stable apostolic vicariate in Thailand, then known as Siam, after Dominican missionaries first brought the faith in 1567, followed by members of Francis’ own Jesuit order.
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16 11 2019
PARISH CHRISTMAS CARDS: A pack of 7 cards for €5 or two packs €7. Cards have lovely pictures of our two delightful Churches. By buying them you are supporting the upkeep of both Churches. Available in the Parish Office, along with lots of Christmas stock including Cribs.
AWARDS: Athea Utd Soccer Awards Night for The schoolboys and girls, will take place on Friday night, 22nd November, in the Top of the Town at 9:30pm. Music entertainment on the night will be provided by DJ Pat O’Donnell.
KOLKATA: Dermot Pierse (student) is making a trip to Kolkata at Easter volunteering. He has to raise over €2,000. The trip is part of the Hope Foundation programme.
ARDAGH: Craft Fair will be held on Sunday, November 24 from 1-30 to 4-30pm, in Ardagh Community Centre, and to date 17 stands, will display their products
VIGIL MASS ON SATURDAY 30th NOVEMBER; Please note that on Saturday 30th our Vigil Mass will be at 6.00pm to accommodate “Stars In Their Own Eyes” concert which will commence at 7.30pm the same-evening in the Community Centre.
MOYVANE ICA: Family Fun Day will take place at the Marian Hall on Sunday 24th November 2:00pm - 4:30pm. There will be a Jumble sale, book sale, cake sale plus lots of entertainment including Tommy the magician. Visit Santa and Mrs. Claus and have a photograph taken. Looking forward to seeing you there!
CONGRATULATIONS to Rachel Stokes, who was first woman home in the recent 10k race in Listowel, she was followed by Doreen Moore and Emma Larkin 3rd.
FREE FARMERS HEALTH SCREENING – will be held at the Listowel mart on Thursday the 21st of November from 11am to 2pm. The test will be a blood and glucose test, a weight check and a B.M.I test.
ROADWORKS UPDATE: There will be a full road closure on the Trien road from Monday the 18th to Friday the 22nd of November from 8am to 6pm. Diversion route will be in place. Info Pádraig on 086/6072159. Also works will continue next week from on the Moyvane / Tarbert road between the Newline road and Moyvane Village under a Road closure from 7am to 7pm Monday to Friday. Access will be maintained for residents affected by closure but no through traffic. Info Shane on 087/9829576.
VIDEO RACE NIGHT – in memory of the late John Paul will be held in Carmody’s Bar, Tarbert, on Sat 23rd Nov. at 9pm. Monster raffle on the night (over 25 prizes ) as well as an Auction Race and special items for auction.
COMHALTAS celebrated their 60th anniversary in Kerry last week. CCE was founded in 1951.
TREE OF REMEMBRANCE –place a card on the tree. They will be remembered in a special way throughout the month of November.
PARKINSON’S INFORMATION NIGHT in Ard Chúram Listowel on Friday 22nd Nov at 7pm.
NOVEMBER 17TH – WORLD DAY OF THE POOR; At the end of the Year of Mercy, Pope Francis proposed this annual Sunday as a day when we would focus on the poor locally and globally. He sees it as setting the right tone for how we understand Christ the Universal King, which we celebrate the following Sunday. In everyday life are we as merciful in life as Jesus was? This day is a good opportunity to be aware of our own St. Vincent de Paul and indeed all the St. Vincent de Paul groups nationally who will help the poor in our country especially this Christmas time. During the Sunday’s of Advent we will have baskets in both Churches collecting non-perishable food items and gifts for children for both boys and girls up to 12 years of age (marked clearly on the label).
HOSPICE: The Light to Remember Kerry Hospice Foundation virtual tree is now on -line. You can buy a light for a loved one by clicking on the link. Lighttoremember.com. and add a tribute in the live book. There is also a light up celebration on Sun 8th Dec. at 5 p.m. in the grounds of University Hospital Kerry.
KNOCK SHRINE 2019 NIGHT VIGIL Sat December 7th 2019. With Fitzpatrick’s of Listowel. Vigil programme 10pm confessions in the Chapel of Reconciliation, 12am vigil in Basilica, 4am concelebrated mass. Fare €30. Coach will leave Listowel @ 4.30pm. Phone (068) 21707 or (087) 3966399.
PRESENTATION MASS: Presentation Day takes place on Wednesday, Nov. 21st – To mark the occasion, Presentation Secondary students & Staff are hosting the 11.30 a.m. on Sunday morning (Nov. 24th.) They are participating in the Mass and will be singing with the Parish Choir.
PARKINSON’S INFORMATION NIGHT in Ard Chúram Listowel on Friday 22nd Nov at 7pm. Speakers: Dr Helena Moore (Bons), Nicola Kavanagh (Parkinson’s Ireland) and Ciara Breen (OT Kerry Memory Technology Room). All Welcome- please ring Ard Chúram on 068 22986 to register your place.”
SAGE SUPPORT & ADVOCACY FOR OLDER PEOPLE Information and Advice For Older People to be held at 2 p.m. Monday 25th Nov. 2019 At Listowel Family Resource Centre. Learn how to plan for your future Learn about Enduring Power of Attorney Maintaining control of your income, benefits or property Advocacy for adequate Home Care Packages Supporting family members in organising care for people with advancing dementia. All welcome.
BEREAVEMENT MASS:. Abbeyfeale Parish Bereavement Mass will be celebrated on Friday, November 22 at 7pm. Olive Foley will speak on loss and bereavement. Names of those who have died over the year and names of people from outside the parish that you would like remembered should be submitted to the Sacristy during the coming fortnight. Tel 068/51915 during Mass times.
FEALESBRIDGE SOCIAL: It's the 50th anniversary of the Fealesbridge Social and it is taking place in the Devon Inn on Friday, November 22. Neily O'Connor from Killarney will provide the music following the meal.
CHRISTMAS LUNCH: Join Abbeyfeale Community Alert in celebrating the Christmas Season in style with lunch and dancing and afternoon tea at Fr. Casey’s Clubhouse on Sunday, November 24 from 1-6pm.
IRISH RED CROSS CHRISTMAS CONCERT will take place on Friday November 22nd at 7.30pm in St John Church Ashe St Tralee, Featuring Killorglins Mens Social Club Choir, Danny O'Mahony, Matt Keane, Seamus O'Flarthra, Lloyd Fitzgibbons and Aireanach. Tickets €10, for bookings call 087 708 8395 or 087 927 6504.
TARBERT THEATRE PLAYERS – stage the production of “Arsenic & Old Lace” exclusively in Tarbert Community Centre on Sat. 30th Nov. and Sun. 1st Dec. at 8pm. Save the date.
GLÓRACH NEWS: The supremely talented O'Leary sisters, Ruth and Joyce, who go under the name of Sephira, will be bringing their impressive live show to the Glórach Theatre on Friday, November 29. Tickets are at present sold out. Wednesday, November 20, there will be an open meeting of the AA. Friday, December 5 an opportunity to see the Active Retired Ladies new choir and African Drumming. All welcome, there will be light refreshments served. For any enquiries about these events, please don't hesitate to call us at 0871383940.
LATIN: The Traditional Latin Mass will be offered at Church of the Immaculate Conception, Rathass, Tralee on Sun. 24th Nov at 12.00 noon. More info from LatinMassTralee@gmail.com
MEDJUGORJE DATES for 2020. May 19th. June 23rd. July 28th. Sept 22nd. All flights ex Cork with Aer Lingus and Joe Walsh Tours. Cost 625 euro which includes early booking offer of 100 euro off if paid by Dec 15th. 7 nights all inclusive. Accompanied by Spiritual Directors. Contact Tom Dennehy on 0876468658.
WEST LIMERICK TOASTMASTERS: Develop your speaking skills and your self confidence at West Limerick Toastmasters. First and third Wednesday of the month.
MICHEAL ENGLISH COMES TO CHURCH: Sales have picked up a pace over the last week with enquiries from as far away as England. Tickets at €25 are available by ringing the dedicated ticket line on 089 4356981 or from Moss the Farmers, The Coffee Pot, Ann Lyons. O’Donoghues Spar and Kathleen’s Foodstore. Doors open at 7pm.
THOUGHT: I could barely keep control of my feelings, and they forced me to paste on that pained fake smile, the one you have to wear when good people try to help you. But don’t, because they can’t. The chatty ones offered what they thought were Deep Words of Comfort, when no words beyond “I’m sorry” or “I’m praying” or “I’ve been there” helped.
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PAPERS: Irish Press 1931-1995, Friday, July 03, 1987; Page: 4
Long cherished homecoming, By BRIAN McLAUGHLIN
FROM ALL OVER the U.S. they came, as they made a sentimental pilgrimage to the land of their forefathers. Long family members with their proud Kerry roots, worshipped in the village church at Ballylongford where their ancestors were married, and made a touching visit to the cemetery where they were burled. The trip to Ireland was inspired by a very successful family member, businessman Denis Long, vice-president and group executive of Anhauser-Busch Companies Inc., with Its Budweiser Beer' connections.
Some 63 Longs, from as far apart as Texas, California, Illinois, Virginia, Missouri, Minnesota and Arizona, to mention only a few states, are spending this week viewing the sights of Kerry from their Killarney base, and reminiscing with Kerry cousins.
It is their first time in Ireland for a lot of the people who met distant cousins living around the Ballybunion area — the Longs, Carrs and Healys — and shared their homecoming with them.
The man who brought the Long name from Kerry to the U.S. was Bartholomew from Ballybunion, who made the long trek to St. Louis. He was a son of Timothy and Johanna Long, who were farmers.
Bartholomew became a superintendent of schools and the family grew and spread. "When we were organising to come here, we knew where the different groups were, and they were contacted by letter," said Bob Long, uncle of Denis.
On Monday the group made the nostalgic trip to Ballylongford church, where Timothy and his wife, Johanna Broderick, were married on June 29, 1835.
There was a moment of special reverence when Fr. Declan O'Connor showed them the parish records and the marriage certificate of Timothy and Johanna.
The group, accompanied by their Irish cousins, continued to nearby Lisselton cemetery, where they prayed at the grave of Timothy and Johanna. The day came to a happy conclusion in Ballybunion, where Irish-American Longs and Irish Longs, Carrs and Healys shared family memories and had an evening of Irish entertainment.
Last night there was a reunion banquet in Killarney and the Longs return to their U.S. homes this weekend.
Kerry Evening Star 1902-1914, Monday, January 09, 1905; Page: 2
DEATH OF MRS T M FOLEY, LYRE LISSELTON.
It is with feelings of regret we have to chronicle the death of Mrs. Timothy Michael Foley, Lyre, which occurred on Christmas Day, between the Masses, fortified by the rites of our Holy Mother Church, at the advanced age of 85 years. Deceased was a member of one of the most respected families in North Kerry.
The funeral on Tuesday, 27th, was large and representative.
The chief mourners were—Ml. Foley, John Foley, Timothy Foley, Listowel (sons), Mrs.
B. Galvin (daughter), Margaret, Bridget, Mary, Annie, Kate and Tim Foley (grandchildren), Amongst those who attended were-Thos. Gibson, senr., and Thos. Gibson, junr., Listowel; Ml. McDonnell, victualler, Listowel; John Collins, Michael O'Connor and Patrick O'Connor, Listowel (cousins), John Moran, Thomas Moran, Patrick Moran (cousins), Jn. Walsh, R.D.C. ; John Boland, R.D. C. ; Mce Gunn, R.D.C. ; Ml. Nolan, R.D.C; Thos. Keane, R.D.C ; Patk. Nolan, stationmaster ; John Gunn, David Gunn, Dl. Boland, Ml. Foley, Thos. Kissane, John Kissane, John Kissane, junr.; Thomas McNamara, John McNamara, Mce. Coughlan, Dl. Coughlan, Jn Kissane, Glouria; J. McMahon, N.T.; Ml. Dillon, N.T. ; Patk. Long, John Long, Patk. Long, junr.; James Leonard, Ml. Leonard, John Leonard, Tim Lyons . Letters of condolence were received from various friends and relatives, including Sisters Elizabeth and Joseph Collins (cousins), and Sister Vincent, presentation Convent, Killarney.
The remains were borne on the shoulders of her friends and well-wishers to the local cemetery, Lisselton, and deposited in one of the family vaults, where many a silent tear was shed.
The demise of this good Christian lady has very forcibly recalled to mind the dark days of '46 and '47, and has severed the last link in the chequered history of an old and respected North Kerry family the Messrs Collins, formerly of Farranstack.
By their charitable actions in those gloomy times they saved hundreds of people living on the slopes of Knockanore from starvation and death. There was no night during the severity of those famine times, but preparations had to be made by direction of the old man, for the many calls of the morning by men, women and children seeking the necessaries of life, and it would appear that none had ever to leave without having their hunger appeased. Nor had this system been confined to the people of the locality; the pool and the Stranger were always welcome, and everything in the household, from milk curdled in large metal boilers to the sheep and the heifer killed, was turned into food for the starving ones. What a noble history of a noble people. But the saving of the lives of the people was too much for the landlords to bear; what though millions of Irishmen may die of famine rather than that landlord usurers should forego one farthing of their claims; and in grateful acknowledgement of their kindness in saving the lives of many, the landlord made a swoop on their cattle for one year's rent ; but the people rose en masse, and rescued them from the sheriff, and subsequently distributed them for protection among their friends. The estate bailiffs were then busy, found out the different places where the cattle were kept,: and had them seized again; but, to their dismay, were rescued again. Not being satisfied with destroying the chattels on the farm, the landlord resorted to the extreme measure of eviction ; and though the scenes enacted at the seizures were extremely harsh and severe, they paled entirely before those at the eviction, when cries and murmurs went forth from the surrounding hills, breathing anathema on the head of that Government that gave powers of extirpation and destruction to such a relentless class.
It was nothing new in those evil days to find cart-loads of corn wending their way to the market towns—for the purpose of making impossible rents, and meeting on their way the bottomless coffins being taken to the churchyard on some primitive mode of conveyance, to fill up those coffin less graves that were then so numerous, as the result of starvation, while there was plenty in the land to tide over the crop failure if properly utilised. And though the mills of heaven grind slowly, yet they always grind finely. We have seen recently, in examination before the Trinity College Commission sitting at Listowel, where it was admitted by Mr. Blacker-Douglas that he owed 2.5 years arrears of rent in good times to the head landlord-the College ; his father evicted this generous, charitable and noble-minded family in the famine years for only one year’s rent, as if in revenge for having become sensible to the miseries of the poor, and banished them from their homes, to see in the Western world a new existence—that land of freedom where the statue of liberty with flambeau in hand gives light to the world. The old lady, the subject of this report, was a large-hearted and generous person to the Iast, and though not possessing the extensive means of her father in early life, she always held to the traditions of the family in here extreme kindness to the poor. She died full of years and honour, attended weekly by her spiritual director, Rev. F. O'Connor, Ballybunion, and with all the comforts necessary to soul and body, surrounded by her children and grandchildren. May her soul rest in peace, is the heartfelt prayer of everyone that knew her. American and Melbourne papers, please copy.
The Australian columnist Gerard Henderson says a lack of fire reduction burn offs “clearly seems to be an issue in New South Wales," as fires continue to ravage the state.
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Nov 8 2019
ROSARY AT TEAMPILL BAN graveyard - Ballybunnion Rd. at 3pm each Sunday during November. All welcome.
ST JOHN’S; 15th Nov. Dark Side of The Moon- Pink Floyd Tribute by Girish Paul and Thursday 21st to Mon. 25th - Johnnie, a comic drama presented by local actors, details from 068 22566.
GLÓRACH: Bingo every Monday night at 8.30pm. Friday, November 29 Sepheria. Crime Prevention Meeting Wednesday, November 13. Open meeting of AA Wednesday, November 20 – everyone welcome, light refreshments served. Seenager choir (Senior Teenagers over 55). 5 places left for facilitated singing and African Drumming Sessions for the 6 week programme which is on for the next 4 Thursdays from 11am – 12.30pm. Contact Damien Ahern on 087 9042477.
REMEMBRANCE DAY Tarbert – On Monday 11th Nov. at 11am there will be a prayer service, wreath laying and a Remembrance Ceremony at the Memorial Plaza for the 12 young men from the parish who died in two World Wars. Everybody welcome to attend.
HISTORICAL SOCIETY – On Sat. 16th Nov. at 7.30pm in the Bridewell, Patrick Lynch will give a talk entitled “Murder Most Foul – the true story of the last woman to be hanged by the Irish State in 1925.”
LISTOWEL FAMILY RESOURCE CENTRE: Sage support and Advocacy for older people – 2pm Mon 25th Nov. Learn to plan your future, power of attorney, income, benefits, home care packages etc. Contact the Centre on 23584, for more details.
TRADITIONAL MUSIC CLASSES ATHEA: Tutor Michael Broderick, Top of the Town Friday nights; Beginners 7.15 – 7.45pm, Advanced 7.45 – 8.15pm.
ROAD CRASH: World Remembrance Day for Road Crash Victims: To mark this day, mass will be celebrated in St. Mary’s Church, Listowel on Sun. 17th Nov. at 9am. All are welcome.
WW1 North Kerry Dead were remembered at 11.30am Mass in Listowel, Sun. 10th Nov.
FOOD FAIR: Ballylongford Craft & Food Fair will be held on Sun. 17th Nov in the Parish Hall. Doors open from 10am-5pm.
MASS Listowel: Wed. 13th for Tom & John Daly, Bridge Road / Betty Kennelly, Ashfield, Months Mind at 10.30am.
MEDJUGORJE MONTHLY PRAYER MEETING will take place on Monday 11th Nov. after 10.30am. Mass in the Parish Room, Listowel.
FEALESBRIDGE SOCIAL: It's the 50th anniversary of the Fealesbridge Social and is taking place in the Devon Inn on Friday, November 22. Neily O'Connor from Killarney will provide the music following the meal which year after year has been superb. Ticket price has remained €25.
MORE EVENTS: Anam Cara Kerry, the organisation that supports bereaved parents, is holding a Parent Evening on Tues.12th Nov at 7:20pm in Recovery Haven, 5 Haig's Terrace, Killierisk, Tralee. This event is free and open to all bereaved parents regardless of the age your child died, the circumstances of their death, or whether their death was recent or not.
The Irish Red Cross will host a charity concert on Fri. Nov. 22nd at 7.30pm in St John’s Church, Ashe St., Tralee. Doors opened at 7pm, tickets €10 & bookings can be made on 087 927 6504. On Dec. 22nd we are hosting the Christmas Tea Party in the Grand Hotel in Denny St, from 2-6pm. Music, tea/coffee and light refreshments provided. Booking essential. 087 708 8395. Tickets €5 each.
Social Dancing every Friday night in Parish Hall, Ballylongford 7.30-9pm. All welcome.
Ardfert Retreat Centre: Fire Fall-Charismatic Prayer Meeting every Mon. 7.30pm; Growing as Followers of Jesus Christ: Dr. Jessie Rogers, Sat. 16th Nov & Sat. 7th Dec. 10am-2pm; Remembrance Mass for our Bereaved: Fr. Donal O'Connor, Tues. 19th Nov. 7.30pm; Listening to the word of God - Experiencing Life in all its Abundance: Fr. Patsy Kelly MSC, Sat. 23rd Nov. 10am-2pm; Advent Retreat: Fr. Mossie Kelliher SMA, Fri. 13th - Sun. 15th Dec. Bookings essential Phone: 0667134276.
TEA DANCE in the Listowel Arms Hotel on Sunday 17th Nov. 3 to 6pm., refreshments served at 4.15pm. all welcome.
CHRISTMAS LUNCH: Join Abbeyfeale Community Alert in celebrating the Christmas Season in style with lunch and dancing and afternoon tea at Fr. Casey’s Clubhouse on Sunday, November 24 from 1-6pm. Short talks from Community Gardai and Fire Officer on how to stay safe this winter. Lunch catered by Conor McCarthy of The Kitchen Table. Tickets €20 available from Batt Harnett, The Square, Ann Lyons, The Square, Kathleen’s Foodstore, Convent St., and committee members including Mossie Gleeson, Mary Mc Arthur, Marian Harnett. Music by Paddy Quilligan.
TARBERT THEATRE PLAYERS – stage the production of “Arsenic & Old Lace” exclusively in Tarbert Community Centre on Sat. 30th Nov. and Sun. 1st Dec. at 8pm.
PLAY: The Killarney Theatre Company proudly presents a comedy play "A Papal Blessing” by Ray O’Sullivan in Ceolann Centre Lixnaw on Sat 16th Nov. at 8pm. Doors open at 7pm. Tickets can be
NOONAN’S CHRISTMAS LIGHTS: Official switch on will take place on Saturday, November 30 at 4pm.
PREVENTION WORTH A POUND OF CURE: you are cordially invited to attend a presentation at Glórach Theatre, Abbeyfeale on Wednesday, November 13, which will deal with three main topics: 1. Crime Prevention in general; 2. Making your Farm or Rural Property more secure; 3. Family Support and Safety within the Home. We can guarantee the presence of our three speakers, namely Sergeant Ber Leetch – CPO, Henry St., Limerick, Garda Station; Barry Carey – Irish Farmers Association and Deirdre Barrett from ADAPT.
TREE OF REMEMBRANCE – You are invited to write the names of your beloved dead on a card provided and place it on the tree.
DECLAN COYLE MOTIVATIONAL SPEAKER– SIMPLY LIFE CHANGING Thursday 14th Nov. Listowel community Centre. Tickets €20, OAP/Students €10. Tickets Listowel Parish Office.
BEREAVEMENT MASS:. Abbeyfeale Parish Bereavement Mass will be celebrated on Friday, November 22 at 7pm. Olive Foley will speak on loss and bereavement. Names of those who have died over the year and names of people from outside the parish that you would like remembered should be submitted to the Sacristy during the coming fortnight. Tel 068/51915 during Mass times.
KNOCK ALL NIGHT VIGIL: Pro-Life Vigil on Saturday, December 7 Saturday Midnight to Sunday Morning departing Dero’s Main St at 3pm on December 7. Contact Deros 064 6631251.
MICHEAL ENGLISH COMES TO the Church of the Assumption on Friday, December 6 will be supported by the Abbeyfeale Senior Choir under the direction of Dee Dennison. The very popular Lost Souls led by Dr. Mick O’Donnell will also perform on the night. Ticket line on 089 4356981 or from Moss the Farmers, Ann Lyons and O’Donoghues Spar. Doors open at 7pm.
MARRIAGE ENRICHMENT WEEKEND: The next residential weekend will be held at The Lake Hotel, Killarney from 15th to 17th November. To book phone 064/664319 or 086/6095168 or www.marriageencounter.ie
TRALEE St John's Parish Bazaar. Takes place on the weekend of Friday November 29th, Saturday 30th and Sunday December 1st.
RAMBLING House Knockalougha, Knocknagoshel. Having restored an old farmhouse which was built in the 1860's we run a rambling house on the 3rd Tuesday of every month to keep alive the culture and heritage of the people and place of the area and surrounding districts. Contact 087 2291583, kherlihy13@hotmail.com
CLASSES: Some places are available on the following classes in the Further Education & Training Centre, Abbeyfeale (The Old Tech): Beginners Art Class, Beginners Upcycling Furniture, General cookery class (demonstration), Christmas cookery class (Demonstration), Christmas Arts & Crafts. If you wish to register for any of the above, call Mary in the office: 06831198.
GALILEE – Fr. Juan Solana build a retreat centre in Galilee. It began in 2009 and is now near completion. While they were putting up the centre the Magdala stone was discovered. The centre is called Magdala and has accommodation for sixty. Clare man Fr. Eamon Kelly lives and works there. He is contactable at www.magdala.org
YOUTH CONFERENCE will be held at Clongowes Wood College from 27th to 30th Dec., details from www.afcmteamireland.org
IRISH AID: This year’s Irish Aid Volunteering Fair took place on Saturday November 9th At the Hibernia Conference Centre of Dublin Castle, Open to the public 11.00am – 4.00pm
There were 30+ volunteer sending agencies showcasing their work in the main conference room throughout the day. For more information email ruth@comhlamh.org
THOUGHT: Give yourself time to grieve. It may take several years just to accept the finality of a loss, that someone is gone forever, and even more to work, through your emotions.
OLD PAPERS:
Kerry Weekly Reporter 1883-1920, Saturday, September 25, 1886; Page: 3
Getting Goods under False Pretences.
CHARGE AGAINST AN EX-POLICE CONSTABLE. MAGISTERIAL ENQUIRY
(FROM OUR CORRESPONDENT).
Listowel Thursday. Mr Gerald M'Elligott, J.P., sat at the courthouse yesterday, to hear charges of getting monies and other goods under false pretences, preferred by District -Inspector Rice against ex constable Meehan, late of the Knockanure police protection hut. The defendant, who was brought up in custody, looked haggard, as if he had been drinking hard recently.
Thomas J Cronin was the first witness examined, and on being sworn said, in reply to District-Inspector Rice—That he lived at Knockanure, and he knew the defendant (Constable Meehan) to be stationed there, for the past two months, he got letter from his servant-boy who stated that he got, it from the constable; the letter was addressed to the proprietor of Stack’s Drapery establishment; he happened to come into town that day, and he gave the letter to Mr Nolan, who is the manage of Mr Stack's M.P's drapery establishment ; it was on a Friday, towards the end of the month, but he said not to fix the date; Mr Nolan told him the nature of the letter, that it was an order for boots on approval; he told Mr Nolan to send them up to M Gingley's and that he would take them from that place to Knockanure; the boots were Sent up, and he took them away home with him, the next morning the servant woman from the protection post came for them, he was in at the time, and gave the woman the boots, knowing that she was a barrack servant, her name was Mrs Griffin. To the Bench—She asked for a parcel for Constable Meehan, and I gave her the parcel which, contained four pairs of boots. That was all he knew, about the matter,
In reply to the Bench, the prisoner said that he did not think the case would be heard until Saturday, otherwise Mr Creagh would have been there to defend him. District-Inspector Rice said that if he had been made aware of that, he would have sent for Mr Creagh. Prisoner—I mentioned it to the men coming up.
Mr Creagh was sent for-
Mr David Nolan on being sworn, said—He was the manager of Mr Stack's drapery establishment ; on Friday, the 27th of August, he received a letter (produced) from this last witness ; he did not remember whether there was an envelope on it or not; that purported to be addressed from the Knockanure constabulary hut; it requested of him to send out a pair of boots on approval, and if they were suitable, he (the constable) would pay for them at the end of the month when he would get his pay ; consequently, he sent the boots up to Mr. Bernard M'Ginley's, where the last witness told him to send them ; the value of the boots was £2 -5s-6d ; the value of each pair respectively was 10s., 10s. 6d., I2s and 13s, ; he identified the boots on the table as being three out of the four pairs which he sent to be left at Mr M'Gingley's for prisoner ; the boots on prisoner's feet were similar to the missing pair ; but he could not identify them; by the private mark he identified them ; but the marks were worn off the boots on prisoner's feet. Mr Creagh, Solr., who hold been sent for, came into court during the Examination, and took up the defence. He read over the depositions, and said he had no Questions to ask, except to know what were the specific charges Against his client, Mr David Barry on being sworn, said he belonged to the firm of Barry and Clancy ; he knew the defendant for some short time"; on the 28th of August last, the prisoner went into his establishment, and asked for the loan of a £, which he gave him ; the prisoner was dressed in civilians clothes at the time, but that did not surprise him, as the men are frequently in plain clothes lately; he believed that prisoner was in the force at the time ; he could, not say whether prisoner was on duty or not at the time, nor did he remember Whether prisoner said he was or not. District-Inspector Rice was about to put a
question to witness, that would tend to refresh his-memory on the point ; but Mr Creagh objected. The Bench would not allow any leading questions, or any questions that would suggest the answer.". Witness (continuing) said he was not paid that money yet; but Head-Constable Carroll came for him, and on going down to the police barracks, the prisoner told him that the Inspector had his back pay, and that he would be paid by him.
District -Inspector Rice said he had something about £3 of the prisoner's pay; but he had no power of paying Mr Barry out of it. Sergeant Jeremiah Cummins, on being sworn, said he was in charge of the Knockanure police hut; the defendant was under his command there; he tendered his resignation on or about the 23rd of August; be delivered up his arms about eight o'clock; he was dismissed from ranks and pay ; but he had an allowance ; his things were at the hut yet ; his gross monthly pay was £4 15s. 4d.
District-Inspector Rice, on being sworn, said he received a report on 9th August from Sergeant Cummins, which stated a charge of drunkenness against prisoner ; about the 21st of August he received a constables resignation, both of which he forwarded to his authorities ; on the 27th of August he received a telegram suspending Constable Meehan from the ranks of pay and duty from that date : he sent Head-Constable Carroll to inform him of it ; I on the first of September he received instructions from Head-Quarters that Constable Meehan’s services were no longer required, and to pay him his back pay up to that date; he could not inform him of these instructions, as the constable had left his hut since the 28th, and did not return at that date ; on the evening of the 8th inst., about 8 o'clock, the constable came to him for his pay; in the meantime, inconsequence of something? which had come to his knowledge, he had him arrested on a charge of getting monies and goods under false pretences.
The enquiry was then adjourned until nine o’clock on Friday. On the hearing of the charges preferred by District-Inspector Rice, against ex-constable Meehan, being resumed on Friday, Mrs Griffin, servant at the Knockanure police hut, on being sworn, said she brought a parcel of boots from Cronin's house for the defendant ; she saw the defendant opening the parcel, and taking out boots;. that was on a Saturday. Constable Thomas M'Gushion, on being sworn, deposed that he was stationed at the Knockanure police hut; he knew the defendant to be stationed there with him; he saw him getting a parcel of boots, and putting on one pair; that was on the 28th. of August ; he left the hut on that date, and had not since returned ; his boxes were in the hut yet ; Constable Reilly brought his portmanteau into town ; the other three pairs of boots were in it; it was not locked, but was strapped up ; on the 4th inst. he received a letter from defendant, asking him to carry his private property in the kit to the Kilmorna railway station (letter produced), His Worship asked if the defendant would have been punished or dismissed for a similar charge of drunkenness. District Inspector Rice said he would not; that but for these charges he might have been left off with a caution. Mr Creagh said there was no evidence to show that his client had any intention of getting these things under false pretences, on the contrary he had told his officer not to pay for them. District-inspector Rice said he did not want to act the part of the Bankruptcy Court. It was a very painful duty to him to have to bring on those charges, yet he felt it his duty to have them cleared up. His Worship said the Inspector had acted quite right up to the moment that he read the letter asking to have his goods removed to the railway station, he fully believed the defendant had no intention of committing any offence. However, as the charges: were not proved he would refuse to give information, but he ordered that Mr Barry £1 be paid back to him, and that the boots be paid for,
The witness of deep contagious happiness flowing from awareness of God’s presence and love — stoked by Mass, prayer, confession and charity — is the best means to attract people to that same Source.
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Nov 2 2019
ROSARY was recited on Sunday, November 3rd at 11.30am in Holy Cross, Athea for those buried there. And on the following Sunday, November 10th in Templeathea. This will continue for the month of November for the Holy Souls.
CEMETERIES ON SUNDAY (NOV. 3rd ) prayers were said at 2.30pm St. Michael’s Cemetery
3.00pm St. John Paul II Cemetery and at 3.30pm Finuge Cemetery.
NORTH KERRY WW1 DEAD will be remembered at 11.30 Mass Listowel, Sunday 10th Nov. Army Colour Party will participate.
FAIR DAY in Athea; The Fair will be held on Saturday, November 9th.
HAPPY BIRTHDAY to Connie 89 and Patie 88 (O’Sullivan) of Lower Road, Athea.
KNOCK SHRINE: Night Vigil, The Feast of Immaculate Conception, Saturday 7th December. Departs: Tralee (railway station) at 4:30pm. Contact: O’Shea’s on 066-7180123.
FOOD FAIR Listowel runs from 7th to 11th November, this is their 25th anniversary year.
ROADWORKS UPDATE: Stop and Go system on the R523 [Banbury’s Cross to Gurtaglanna Cross] on Monday the 4th and Tuesday the 5th November. There will be a full road closure on the Trien road from Monday the 4th until Friday the 8th of November from 8am to 6pm. Diversion will be in place. Info Pádraig on 086/6072159. Works will continue next week from Monday the 4th October on the Moyvane / Tarbert road under a road closure, access for residents affected by closure but no through traffic, contact. Vince on 087/9980226.
SHOW: We are delighted to announce that Moyvane GAA will be hosting 'Stars in Their Own Eyes' fundraising event on Saturday 30th November 2019 at 8pm in the Community Centre, Moyvane.
ST. MICHAEL’S GRAVEYARD COMMITTEE MEETING: will take place on Tuesday, 5th November at 7.00 pm. in the Parish Meeting Room, Listowel. All members are asked to attend.
BAZAAR Group in Listowel are seeking items for their hamper baskets.
HALF MARATHON in Listowel on Nov. 7th.
SENIOR CITIZENS PARTY: In the Marian Hall on Sunday November 17th. Mass at 12.30pm followed by dinner, music, dance, raffle and evening tea. Book with Noreen O’Connell on 49238 or Elaine Flaherty on 49692 before Monday November 11th.
MOYVANE DEVELOPMENT ASSOCIATION: Wishes to acknowledge receipt of grant allocation of €2,000 from the Community Support Fund (Kerry County Council) which was used to part fund the tarmac surface on the final section of the Village Walk to the Restored Lime Kiln and picnic area.
TRADITIONAL MUSIC CLASSES ATHEA: Tutor Michael Broderick, Top of the Town Friday nights; Beginners 7.15 – 7.45pm, Advanced 7.45 – 8.15pm.
CHRISTMAS CRAFT FAYRE in Duagh Sports Complex on 17th November 2019. To book a table please phone 087 2684540.
THE 27TH VILLAGE FESTIVAL: took place over the Bank Holiday weekend. Moyvane Development
Association would like to thank all who helped over the weekend. Thanks to our patrons and sponsors who have supported us down through the years. Thanks also to The Community Sports Hall Committee, The Marian Hall Committee and Fr Kevin for the use of the various facilities over the weekend. Finally, we would like to thank all those who supported our fund raising raffle which took place in conjunction with the festival. Thanks to The Connacht Hotel Galway, The Killarney Oaks, and Hollys Gala who very generously sponsored the beautiful prizes. Congratulations to the winners: 1st prize: Maurice Sheehy SSE Tarbert. 2nd Prize: Anne Fitzmaurice, Moyvane.
3rd prize: Liz Mulvihill, Ballylongford.
ANAM Cara Kerry, the organisation that supports bereaved parents, is holding a Parent Evening on Tues.12th Nov at 7:20pm in Recovery Haven, 5 Haig's Terrace, Killierisk, Tralee. This event is free and open to all bereaved parents regardless of the age your child died, the circumstances of their death, or whether their death was recent or not.
KERRY Person of the year 2010, nominations are now being sought, this is its 41st year in operation.
STRONG MAN: Pa O’Dwyer, originally from Rooska, won the title recently of Ireland’s Strongest Man for the 4th year in succession.
MUSIC: The county finals of Ceol an Gheimhridh hosted by the Glin Craobh will be held on Sunday November 10.
REFLECTION: Pray for and with the one who has died. The love between you is a spiritual bond that death cannot sever. What is most precious to us is not always what we can see or touch or be near.
WEEKEND OF PRAYER PRAISE WORSHIP AND HEALING on Saturday November 9th and Sunday November 10th 2019 at Charleville Park Hotel, Charleville Co. Cork. Keynote Speaker: Fr. Pat Collins (Vincentian Priest) Also: Sr. Josephine Walsh (Evangelising Ministry & Author). Admission to the event is Free. For more info please contact: Celia 087 2405568 Mary 087 2898518 Tom 087 6468658 Pat 087 2505528.
CLASSES: Some places are available on the following classes in the Further Education & Training Centre, Abbeyfeale (The Old Tech), Abbeyfeale: Beginners Art Class, Beginners Upcycling Furniture, General cookery class (demonstration), Christmas cookery class (Demonstration), Christmas Arts & Crafts. If you wish to register for any of the above, call Mary in the office: 06831198.
MEETING: A discussion on issues affecting rural West Limerick will take place at the Glórach Theatre on Wednesday November 13 at 7.30pm following presentations from Sergeant Ber Leetch Crime Prevention Officer for Co. Limerick, Ms. Deirdre Barrett who will be speaking on Family Support and Safety and Barry Carey a member of IFA’s Crime Prevention Executive. Light refreshments will be served and everyone is welcome to attend.
FEALESBRIDGE SOCIAL: Friday, November 22 at the Devon Inn. Tickets on sale at the creamery €25. Dancing to Neily O’Connor. Meal served at 8.30pm.
KERRY UNIVERSITY HOSPITAL MASS for all those who died in the hospital during the year including stillbirth/miscarriage on Mon 4th Nov. at 7 p.m. in St. John’s Tralee.
Blessing of Graves: Lislaughtin Cemetery – Sun. Nov. 3rd at 2pm. The Priest will bring Holy Water and the Blessed Sacrament to each Family Grave.
ANNIVERSARY CELEBRATIONS: West Limerick Athletic Club came into being following a meeting at the home of Ann and the late Christy Cullinane, Killarney Road, Abbeyfeale in 1979. At that time no senior athletic club existed in West Limerick and the new club catered for athletes from Newcastle West, Abbeyfeale, Rathkeale, Dromcollogher and other parts of West Limerick. Many of the founding members were from Abbeyfeale, including Seán and the late Dee Harnett, Kilconlea Upper, Donal Harnett, Bridge Street, the late Christy Harnett, The Hill, Dan and James Harnett, Killarney Road, the Lyons brothers Noel, Maurice, John and Joseph, Dromlegach, Eamon Dalton, Purt and John Joe O’Donnell, Meenkilly, all members of West Limerick teams that won various county championships. A celebration of the founding of West Limerick A.C. takes place on Saturday, November 9 at Rathkeale House Hotel. Dinner at 7.00 p.m. Tickets €30.
DRAMA Group Athea announced that their 2020 production will be the comedy 'Looking for Love' by Jimmy Keary. The play tells the story of lovers Vivienne Maxwell and Denis Hunt's on their first date, as well as their first night together as a married couple.
GARDA are commemorating 60th anniversary of women joining the force, there are 3,780 women in the force at present.
FOUR MEN AND A DOG – THE BEST OF TRADITIONAL on Thurs 7th Nov at St John’s, Listowel.
Four Men and a Dog is an Irish traditional band that emerged in 1990 during the Belfast Folk Festival. The band plays Irish traditional music with a mixture of genres, including rock, jazz, blues, bluegrass, swing, salsa, polka and even rap. Featuring Donal Murphy on accordion, Cathal Hayden on fiddle/banjo, Gino Lupari on bodhran/bones & vocals, Kevin Doherty on guitar/vocals and Stephen Hayden on fiddle.
DUAGH TIDY TOWNS are hoping to have The Memory Room open again this year in conjunction with the Live Crib. It was a huge success last year and we received a lot of positive feedback. On that note we are asking you for any old photos you would like to have displayed. If you have old photos of Duagh/Lyre/Kilmorna etc. environs & people we would appreciate you submitting these photos to us. As many of these photos were of family & friends who are no longer with us it’s a wonderful opportunity to look back and chat about days gone by. Any suggestions for inclusion in the room are also welcome. So people near & far any photos you can send us asap would be great. Send via email to duaghtidytowns@gmail.com facebook: Duagh Tidy Towns or contact Therese/Tracey 087-6718557/087-9951368
MICHEAL ENGLISH COMES TO CHURCH: A Christmas themed concert in the Church of the Assumption on Friday, December 6 will be headlined by country singer Micheal English and supported by the Abbeyfeale Senior Choir under the direction of Dee Dennison. The very popular Lost Souls led by Dr. Mick O’Donnell will also perform on the night. Tickets at €25 are available by ringing the dedicated ticket line on 089 4356981 or from Moss the Farmers, Ann Lyons and O’Donoghues Spar. Doors open at 7pm.
ARDFERT Retreat Centre: Fire Fall-Charismatic Prayer Meeting every Monday 7.30pm; Growing as Followers of Jesus Christ: Dr. Jessie Rogers, Sat. 16th Nov. & Sat. 7th Dec. 10am-2pm; Remembrance Mass for our Bereaved: Fr. Donal O'Connor, Tues. 19th Nov. 7.30pm; Listening to the word of God - Experiencing Life in all its Abundance: Fr. Patsy Kelly MSC, Sat. 23rd Nov. 10am-2pm. Bookings are essential-Contact: 0667134276
NIGHT AT THE OSKARS: A public meeting will take place in the Day Care Centre, Abbeyfeale, on Tuesday, November 19 at 8pm. It will be attended by staff from Kevin Rowe Events to explain how the Night at the Oskars works. It is hoped to run the Night at the Oskars as a fundraiser for St. Ita’s Sheltered Housing and Day Care Centre which provides a very necessary service here for the elderly of our community. Everyone is invited to attend.
Knockalougha Rambling House
RAMBLING House, Knockalougha 19-11-2019 8.30pm till late, is held on the third Tuesday of every month. Any further info from Kathleen Herlihy at kherlihy13@hotmail.com
PRIEST: Hugh O'Flaherty CBE (28 February 1898 – 30 October 1963), was an Irish Catholic priest, who helped save an estimated 4,000 Allied prisoners of war and Jews from the Germans in Rome in 1943-44
Brendan Kennelly composed a short poem for the 1994 treeplanting ceremony, which read:
There is a tree called freedom and it grows
somewhere in the hearts of men.
Rain falls, ice freezes, wind blows,
the tree shivers, steadies itself again,
steadies itself like Hugh O'Flaherty's hand.
God has no Country will be performed at Siamsa on Nov 3rd.
MEMORABILIA: As part of the celebrations to mark the 150th anniversary of the dedication of St. John’s Church, the parish hopes to hold an exhibition and produce a publication relating to the religious, social and cultural life of the parish over the past 150 years. We would be delighted to receive from parishioners any photographs, memorabilia, ephemera etc. All items submitted will be returned to the owner as soon as they are scanned/copied. Please contact the parish office, Tralee .
VATICAN CITY— Pope Francis has decreed that the feast of Our Lady of Loreto be included in the Roman Calendar as an optional memorial to be celebrated on Dec. 10.
OLD PAPERS: Kerryman 1904-current, Saturday, May 30, 1931; Page: 9
STOLEN DRUM FOUND DESTROYED AT KNOCKANURE.
The remains of drum stolen from Knockanure Hall on night previous to Gortaglanna Commemoration was found at Lisanuisce just on parish boundary, only charred remains left.
A claim for compensation for £25 lodged through Messrs Moran and ? Solrs.,
Wolfe Tone Commemoration at Bodenstown on 21st June. Train leaving Listowel.
Statement of John Marcus O’Sullivan, among other remarks he said, that a nation whose credit is controlled by another nation, that freedom is a delusion and a mockery. (see paper for full story)
Kerryman 1904-current, Saturday, December 24, 1932; Page: 10
Fianna Fail KNOCKANURE CUMANN.
North Kerry Comhairle Ceanntair.
ANNUAL ELECTION OF OFFICERS.
There was a large attendance of delegates at the annual meeting of the North Kerry Comhairle Ceanntair of Fianna Fail at the Republican Club, Listowel on Sunday last, Rev M Allman, C.C., Ballylongford presided and the following clubs were represented ; Listowel, Ballylongford, Ballybunion, Asdee, Knockanure, Tarbert, Irremore, Ballyconry, Ballydonoghue, Duagh, Clounmacon, Killocrim and Gortcreen.
The first business proceeded with was the election of officers for the ensuing twelve months The following were elected unanimously Chairman, Rev M Allman. C C : Vice Chairman, T. C. Clarke, Solr., Sec, Stephen Barrett; Treasurer, Liam Browne, M.A., and Liam O'Sullivan. (Break see paper for more)
Knockanure Fianna Fail Cumann held on Sunday last 18th inst, (condensed)
Mr T M Stack and Mr William Moloney thanked their representatives Mr E Kissane T.D. and Mr J Kennelly M.C.C. for their efforts in securing relief works for the parish.
Kerryman 1904-current, Saturday, August 21, 1948; Page: 5
Kerryman Caused Change In English Police Force Dress
BECAUSE a Lixnaw man in the Hastings Police Force found the heat-wave of late July too much to bear and discarded his tunic, while retaining his helmet and white gloves when on traffic control duty, the entire British Police Force is to be issued with open-neck jackets for summer, and possibly all the year round wear.
The policeman is Kevin Somers, of Dromcollogher, Lixnaw, and when his photograph was taken while he was in short-sleeves directing the traffic, the unorthodox dress caused a minor sensation among his colleagues and superiors.
The photograph was reproduced in practically all the English National dailies and result is that the recommendations of a Committee on Police Uniforms has been accepted by the Home Secretary.
Thus, English policemen will wear R.A.F. blue shirts and collars and dull blood ties with the new open-necked tunic. Helmets will be retained, with perhaps a flat cap for some duties, stich as motor-cycling and office work.
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INDULGENCES for the Faithful Departed: At this time of the year, the Church invites us to remember our Faithful Departed and to give them a special share in the prayer of the Church and the Saints. Because of this, particular forms of prayer attract either a 'partial indulgence' (bringing the faithful departed closer to heavenly glory) or a 'plenary indulgence' (bringing on of the faithful departed into the fullness of heavenly glory.) On All Souls' Day visiting a church to pray an Our Father and a Creed carries with it an indulgence. Between 1 November and 8 November, visiting a cemetery to pray for the Faithful Departed carries with it an indulgence. One indulgence can be earned in any given day. For the indulgence to be a Plenary (or Full) indulgence, the following are required: 1. To receive Holy Communion within 20 days of the indulgence 2. To make a Sacramental Confession within 20 days of the indulgence 3. To pray for the intentions of the Holy Father. 4. To be without attachment to/affection for sin
ST JOHN’S CARE OF CREATION GROUP NEWS. Bishop Ray blessed our Care of Creation Hub across from St. John’s Church on Saturday evening and planted some acorns from Ballyseedy Woods. We are inviting local environmental groups to avail of this space for any exhibitions or other activities associated with the care for our Common Home. If you would like to get involved with us please come along to an open meeting in the Parish Centre on Thursday 14th Nov.7.30pm.
SCOIL CHORP CHRÍOST FIRST HOLY COMMUNICANTS: As a Parish community we were delighted to welcome the following children Adam, Ava, Evan D, Hannah, Dara, Darragh, Ryan, Muiris, Evan R, Amelia, Cillian, Caoimhe, Jack and Danny.
ATHEA JOURNAL: We ask all individuals, clubs, community groups etc to please send in material and photographs to us as soon as possible otherwise we will be unable to have it ready for printing before Christmas, so we are putting a deadline of Friday, November 1st for all remaining material.
ST JOHN’S: Friday 1st FRANCES KENNEDY – LIVE AND KICKING, A one woman live performance of songs, stories and grown up humour with the world famous Frances Kennedy.
ASDEE ACTIVE RETIRED: fundraising Tea Dance on Sun Nov 3rd in Asdee Community Centre, 2.30pm to 5.30pm in aid of sending an in-calf heifer to Rwanda next month. Music, Refreshments & Raffle. All welcome.
LISTOWEL FAMILY RESOURCE CENTRE: Halloween Camp Oct 29th- Nov 1st. Info Patricia on 068/23584.
KERRY UNIVERSITY HOSPITAL MASS for all those who died in the hospital during the year including stillbirth and miscarriage on Monday 4th November at 7 p.m.
GRAVES: Blessing of Graves at Lislaughtin Cemetery – Sun. Nov. 3rd at 2pm. The Priest will bring Holy Water and the Blessed Sacrament to each Family Grave.
MOYVANE VILLAGE FESTIVAL: The 27th Village Festival will take place over the October Bank Holiday Weekend. Activities include the Intra Pub Talent competition, the Rambling House. On Sunday 27th activities include the Vintage Show, Farmers Market and Craft Fair, the Dog Show, Kiddies Tractor run, Glamorous Granny and Grandad and Bonny Baby Competitions in the Church Car park & the Community Sports Hall. There will also be face painting taking place followed by a Puppet Show at 3pm. On BH Monday the 1st hunt of the season for the North Kerry Harriers leaves the village at 12noon. At 1.30pm in The Marian Hall the Halloween Fancy Dress & Kiddies Party will take place. This year there is a fundraising raffle in conjunction with the Festival and the Draw will take place at 4pm on SUNDAY 27TH in the Community Sports Hall.
CALLING ALL ABBEYFEALE PEOPLE IN LONDON: Abbeyfeale association in London, their annual dance on Saturday, October 26 in the Chiswick Catholic Club.
GLÓRACH: Bingo every Monday night at 8.30pm. Upcoming concerts; Friday, November 1 Luka Bloom, Friday, November 29 Sepheria. Crime Prevention Meeting Wednesday, November 13. Open meeting of AA Wednesday, November 20 – everyone welcome, light refreshments served.
FR. CASEY’S CARD GAME: Cards have resumed on Friday nights in GAA Clubhouse @ 9pm.
NEW Moon on 28th of October.
THE GREEN PLATFORM – SIMPLY LIFE CHANGING Key note speaker Declan Coyle, Thursday 14th November 8pm. sharp at Listowel Community Centre. Tickets in Listowel parish office.
EXPLORING SPIRITUALITY - is an hour long reflection, under the direction of Fr. Sean Hanafin and Fr. Michael Hussey in the company of local musicians, poets and the St Mary's Church Choir, in St Mary’s Parish Church Tarbert on Monday 4th November at 7.30pm.
LAUNCH: Thursday 14th Nov. Maurice and Jane O'Keeffe of Irish Life and Lore are launching a Centaury of Change 1922 to 2022 at the RDS Dublin at 2.15pm, guest speaker Vincent Browne.
FUNDRAISING DANCE: Noonans Christmas lights for charity, a fundraising dance in the Woodlands Hotel, Adare on Bank Holiday Monday October 28, music by Michael Collins and his band. Dancing from 9.30, raffle on night.
GOD HAS NO COUNTRY: The true story of Monsignor Hugh O’Flaherty’s wartime exploits. Siamsa Tíre, Sunday November 3rdat 8pm. Written and performed by Donal Courtney. Tickets €14/12 from 066 7123055.
ANNIVERSARY CELEBRATIONS: West Limerick Athletic Club came into being following a meeting at the home of Ann and the late Christy Cullinane, Killarney Road, Abbeyfeale in 1979. At that time no senior athletic club existed in West Limerick and the new club catered for athletes from Newcastle West, Abbeyfeale, Rathkeale, Dromcollogher and other parts of West Limerick. Many of the founding members were from Abbeyfeale, including Seán and the late Dee Harnett, Kilconlea Upper, Donal Harnett, Bridge Street, the late Christy Harnett, The Hill, Dan and James Harnett, Killarney Road, the Lyons brothers Noel, Maurice, John and Joseph, Dromlegach, Eamon Dalton, Purt and John Joe O’Donnell, Meenkilly, all members of West Limerick teams that won various county championships. A celebration of the founding of West Limerick A.C. takes place on Saturday, November 9 at Rathkeale House Hotel. Dinner at 7.00 p.m. Tickets €30.
RAMBLING HOUSE; The annual Irish Rambling House Show in England to entertain the exiles. In the Irish World Heritage Centre, Manchester on Thursday, October 24 at 8pm, Birmingham Irish Centre on Friday, October 25 at 8pm and in the London Irish Centre in Camden on Saturday, October 26 at 7pm and Sunday 27 at 3pm. They will also perform at Siamsa Tíre Tralee on Wednesday, December 4.
GAMES: Glin Community Games: It is with deep regret to inform everyone that Glin Community Games will no longer continue.
CRAFT FAYRE in Duagh Sports Complex on 17th November2019. To book a table please phone 087 2684540.
HOLY LAND PILGRIMAGE 2020: There is meeting for all booked on the Holy Land pilgrimage, where a representative from Premier Travel will talk through the itinerary and answer questions on Friday night 1st November 7pm in St. Mary’s Church, Listowel.
MARRIAGE Encounter Weekend, The Lake Hotel, Killarney 15th -17th November. For information phone 064-6644319 or 086-6095168.
TREE OF REMEMBRANCE in Tarbert – You are invited to write the names of your beloved dead on a card provided and place it on the tree. They will be remembered in a special way throughout the month of November.
NEW BOOK: Mary Cogan launched her book, A Minute of Your Time recently.. This is a book of Mary’s ‘Just a Thoughts,’ as aired on Radio Kerry over the last number of years. Each Thought is beautifully illustrated with photos taken by Mary. It will be in Flavin's, Woulfe's and Eason in Church Street, Listowel. Mary will be hitting the road next week, so if you know of a bookshop or other outlet that would like to stock it, let Mary know on her email or Facebook, listowelconnection@gmail.com She is also selling it to the diaspora through PayPal. If you want to buy it this way, contact her at listowelconnection@gmail.com The book will cost €20 and the P&P is €8 if you are abroad, and €6 within Ireland.
COUNSELLOR offering free services, details from 089 2055 660.
NATIONAL EX-SERVICEMEN AND WOMEN: Annual Lá na BhFiann Mass to honour deceased members of the Defence Forces, Naval Service, Air Corps, FCA, Reserve Defence Forces, Garda Siochana, Civil Defence and Red Cross will be held, with honours, in St. John’s Church, Tralee on Sunday, November 3rd at 12 noon.
GOD HAS NO COUNTRY: The true story of Monsignor Hugh O’Flaherty’s wartime exploits. Siamsa Tíre, Sunday November 3rdat 8pm. Written and performed by Donal Courtney. Tickets €14/12 from 066 7123055.
ST JOHN’S: Friday 1st FRANCES KENNEDY – LIVE AND KICKING
A one woman live performance of songs, stories and grown up humour with the world famous Frances Kennedy; Thur 31st - Sat 2nd- FÉIlE AN T’SOLAIS - PAUL DUANE FILM RETROSPECTIVE & INTERVIEW Join us for screenings of writer, director and producer Paul Duane’s award-winning films. These will include, Barbaric Genius on Thursday at 8pm, Very Extremely Dangerous on Friday at 3pm, What Time is Death? on Saturday at 3pm followed by an interview and While You Live, Shine on Saturday at 8pm. Paul was named one of Variety magazine’s Ten Directors to Watch in 2013 and has produced the successful RTÉ series Amber and co-produced In a House That Ceased to Be, the story of Christina Noble, which was released in cinemas earlier this year and won the George Morrison Feature Documentary IFTA Award. His most recent work is critically acclaimed Best Before Death - a portrait of KLF frontman turned artist Bill Drummond which just screened at Dublin’s Documentary Film Festival 2019.
Tues 5th
FILM CLUB – PERMISSION
Iranian writer-director Soheil Beiraghi’s politically charged drama centres on the professional female soccer player. Afrooz is the captain and star player and due to lead her team to compete in the Asian Cup, but by law, a women requires permission from her husband to travel abroad, and her marriage is not in a good place. Beiraghi and her cast crank up the tension as she desperately attempts to make it on time. In association with Access Cinema.
Thurs 7th
FOUR MEN AND A DOG – THE BEST OF TRADITIONAL
Four Men and a Dog is an Irish traditional band that emerged in 1990 during the Belfast Folk Festival. The band plays Irish traditional music with a mixture of genres, including rock, jazz, blues, bluegrass, swing, salsa, polka and even rap. Featuring Donal Murphy on accordion, Cathal Hayden on fiddle/banjo, Gino Lupari on bodhran/bones & vocals, Kevin Doherty on guitar/vocals and Stephen Hayden on fiddle.
BEREAVEMENT MASS:. Abbeyfeale Parish Bereavement Mass will be celebrated on Friday, November 22 at 7pm. Olive Foley will speak on loss and bereavement. Names of those who have died over the year and names of people from outside the parish that you would like remembered should be submitted to the Sacristy during the coming fortnight. Tel 068/51915 during Mass times.
MICHEAL ENGLISH COMES TO CHURCH: A Christmas themed concert in the Church of the Assumption, Abbeyfeale on Friday, December 6 will be headlined by country singer Micheal English and supported by the Abbeyfeale Senior Choir under the direction of Dee Dennison. The very popular Lost Souls led by Dr. Mick O’Donnell will also perform on the night. Tickets at €25 are available by ringing the dedicated ticket line on 089 4356981 or from Moss the Farmers, Ann Lyons and O’Donoghues Spar. Doors open at 7pm.
FEALESBRIDGE SOCIAL: Friday, November 22 at the Devon Inn. Tickets on sale at the creamery €25. Dancing to Neily O’Connor. Meal served at 8.30pm.
Kerryman 1904-current, Friday, December 06, 1985; Page: 25
and Lenamore win tremendous junior final
Ballylongford C (Lenamore) 1-3, Knockanure 0-3. IN the sixty years since Dromlought (Ballydonoghue) won the first North Kerry junior final, many stirring games have been played in the grade and in atrocious conditions at Bob Stack Park, Ballybunion, on Sunday last Lenamore and Knockanure lived up to that tradition when they served up a tremendous game of football which, time after time, drew roars of approval from the large crowd.
Knockanure splendid in their new tracksuits were first on the field and, with a strong wing behind them, they were first into attack too. But Lenamore broke away, James Barrett gained possession and shot wide. Lenamore attacked again from the kick-out and David O'Shea sent Sean Carmody away, but Carmody's kick was just wide. Knockanure began to put on the pressure after this, and Nially Buckley was off target. Mike Lynch opened their account with a good point from the stand side. After fifteen minutes Knockanure switched Jim Keane with Pat Sullivan. Immediately, Keane set up Mike Lynch for a shot at goal which Torn Gorman saved. The ball rebounded towards the corner and Gorman cleared again. These saves were vital to the course of the game and Knockanure began shoot carelessly, hitting three bad wide’s.
After 20 minutes, Hughie Dineen received a nose injury and was replaced by Richie Fitzgerald. John Looney then scored Knockanure's second point and added a third in the 25th minute. Con Lane then replaced Mike Lynch for Knockanure and tried hard scores but to no avail and at half time the score was: Knockanure 0-3, Lenamore 0-0. Finbarr Prendeville retired injured for Knockanure at half time and was replaced by Paudie Keane. It was expected that Lenamore would be on top with the wind and within minutes James Barrett places David O’Shea for a point on the run. Pat Sullivan broke through for Knockanure. But a free out resulted. Seamus Boyle secured possession and made ground with a great run, before passing to Richie Fitzgerald who finished to the net.
After 40 minutes Dan Mulvihill replaced Tommy Mulvihill and Lenamore launched attack after attack, but they could not score. Knockanure began to take heart again, but James Barrett secured possession, passed to captain Eugene Carroll and Lenamore were two points up.
Mike Foley brought off a tremendous catch in the square and play moved up the far wing, Lenamore won a side-line kick and the ball broke to John Martin Sullivan who angled a nice point from the corner. After 55 minutes Lenamore brought in a fresh man in defence when Michael Barrett replaced Mossie O'Connor.
The 60th minute passed with Knockanure camped in the Lenamore half and there were five further minutes of play during which Lenamore defended desperately. At last, the ball moved into the Knockanure half and the final whistle sounded.
Great credit to both teams for a fine display. Lenarnore's goalie Tom Gorman was man of the match, his tremendous saves in the first half earning him the award which was Sponsored by Dan Kiely, M C C. All eighteen Lenamore men played their parts, but Mike Foley and David Fennell exceled in defence and James Barrett, Eugene Carroll and Sean Carmody caught the eye up front. Best for Knockanure were Mike Joy, in goals, Tom Sullivan and Larry McCaffery in defence; midfielders John Lane and John Looney and Mike Lynch (before he went off), Nially Buckley, and Jim Keane in attack. After the game, Tomas MacGearailt, secretary, North Kerry Board, deputising for chairman Bernie O'Callaghan, presented the cup to Eugene O'Carroll.
Lenamore: T. Gorman; M. O'Connor, P. J. Collins, S. O'Neill; N. Carmody, D. Fennell, M. Foley; H. Dineen, J. M. O’SuIiivan; T. Mulvihill. J. Barrett, D. O'Shea; S. Carmody, S. Boyle. E. O'Carroll, Subs., R. Fitzgerald, D. Mulvihill, M. Barrett, M. Murphy, W. Finucane. T. Stack, M. Hanrahan.
Knockanure: M. Joy; M. Collins, P. Prenderville, L. McCaffery, J. Keane, T. O'Sullivan, J. Keane, J. Lane, J. Looney; P. Sullivan, J. Moore, M. Lynch, S. Foley, W. Buckley. W. J. Leahy. Subs., Con Lane. P. Keane.
SYRIA: Let’s go back to the Times piece about Syria and Russia. As it should, it summarizes Russian political interests in the region, including strong support for Assad. Then it quotes Aleksandr Shumilin, a Middle East specialist at the Institute of Europe of the Russian Academy of Sciences in Moscow, noting that: “What’s happening now is a very complicated knot being untied. … This is an unexpected gift for Putin.”
That’s true. But doesn’t religion play a role in that knot?
BEEF: “The concept of using the animal as a whole is an old idea that was forgotten with the arrival of industrial agriculture,” Carter says. In fact, many indigenous peoples of the world still utilize every bit of the animals they hunt—stripping bones of meat, picking them clean of all edible tissues, and cracking them for marrow. “Now this concept is coming back to the forefront because we realized how wasteful the conventional methods are,” Carter adds.
Oct 2019
WEST LIMERICK SINGING CLUB: The club meet on the first Friday of each month in Philip Enrights, The Ramble Inn, Church Street from 9pm.
UPCOMING CEILI’S IN TOURNAFULLA: Friday, November 8 with Taylor’s Cross. 9.30pm – 12.30am. Refreshments served. Admission €10. Raffle.
FIRST FRIDAY REFLECTIONS WITH FR. SHOJI: On the First Friday of each month, in Abbeyfeale Church, Fr Shoji will lead an hour of Praise and Worship in the Blessed Sacrament Chapel beginning at 9am.
CARE FOR THE CARER: Self Care Course for family carers 6 week programme “Time for You” Tuesday, October 22 from 10am—12 noon in the Desmond complex NCW. Tel 061310434 for more information.
ADULT IRISH SPEAKING CLASSES: Abbeyfeale branch of Conradh na Gaeilge are starting back the very successful Adult Irish Speaking classes, commencing on Wednesday, October 23, tosnú 7:30pm at St Ita’s Hall, Abbeyfeale. The main aim of these classes are to promote and encourage Irish Speaking in the locality from a very basic level to more advanced. We encourage anyone with an interest on brushing up on “na cúpla focal” to attend. The classes will run from Wednesday, October 23, cost €35 for 8 weeks. Mar a deireann an sean fhocal “Is fearr Gaeilge briste ná Béarla cliste”. For more information & enrolment contact Dónal on 068 31661 (between 9am & 5pm).
TARBERT: Monday 4th Nov. in St Mary’s Church Tarbert from 7.30pm to 8.30pm, a one hour community discussion on Exploring Spirituality will take place under the direction of Fr. Sean Hanafin and Fr. Michael Hussey, and join us afterwards in the Community Centre for a cup of tea. – Everybody Welcome to attend.
MICHEAL ENGLISH COMES TO CHURCH: A Christmas themed concert in the Church of the Assumption, Abbeyfeale on Friday, December 6 will be headlined by country singer Micheal English and supported by the Abbeyfeale Senior Choir under the direction of Dee Dennison. The very popular Lost Souls led by Dr. Mick O’Donnell will also perform on the night. Tickets at €25 are available by ringing the dedicated ticket line on 089 4356981 or from Moss the Farmers, Ann Lyons and O’Donoghues Spar. Doors open at 7pm.
ROTARY ANNUAL AFTERNOON TEA: Proceeds to South West Counselling centre in Great Southern Hotel. Sat Oct 26th. All tickets advance booking only. €35. Spot prizes welcome! Phone Ciara 087/2444353.
FEALESBRIDGE SOCIAL: Friday, November 22 at the Devon Inn. Tickets on sale at the creamery.
YOUTH 2000: Youth 2000 have organised a retreat at St Brendan’s College, Killarney, on the weekend of November 1-3. Young people (16 to 35 years) are welcome to this retreat which is a three day event filled with music, talks, friends, prayer and craic. Come along to meet some new young people and experience your faith in a new and amazing way. ID required/donation only/book online at www.youth2000.ie email office@youth2000.ie
CHRISTMAS NEWSLETTER Abbeyfeale: Articles and photos are invited to fealechurch@eircom.net before November 20 for inclusion in the Christmas newsletter
Christmas Wreath Making: Takes place at Glin Castle December 8 from 2pm-5pm. Contact claire@glin-Castle.com for further info.
The Rosary on the Coast for Faith, Life, and Love, was held at Ballybunion on Sunday, October 13th, a few locals participated in it.
HARNETT MAGAZINE: Some Harnett Reunion magazines are still available at Ann Lyons Shop and from James Harnett, also the final items of Harnett merchandise are available at Heavenly Gifts.
ST JOHN’S: Wed 23rd- TOM CREAN – ANTARCTIC EXPLORER
Back by popular demand, Aiden Dooley brings his award-winning show with riveting true stories of Tom Crean’s Antarctic exploration. Crean was of the few men to serve with both Scott and Shackleton and survive three famous expeditions.
Thur 24th- LEVEL BEST – AMERICAN COUNTRY & BLUEGRASS
This group of music veterans from Virginia, Rhode Island and North Carolina know how to please an audience with an engaging repertoire of bluegrass and country gems. With exciting solo work on fiddle, dobro, mandolin and banjo. Level Best has that soulful polish, earned with years of playing bluegrass and country music.
Fri 25th- VARIETY CONCERT IN HONOUR OF MICHAEL DOWLING
An evening of music and dance, songs and stories paying tribute to one of Listowel’s best-known community activists. Michael spent a lifetime promoting the cultural and social life of the town through his involvement in Comhaltas, The Harvest Festival and Aras Mhuire Nursing Home.
Wed 30th - FINGHÍN COLLINS – GRAND PIANO RECITAL
Celebrating the 20th anniversary of being awarded first prize in the Clara Haskil International Piano Competition in Switzerland, Finghín Collins will perform piano sonatas by Mozart and Schubert as part of a major tour of Ireland.
Nov 1st- Francis Kennedy, will present her show. More from 068 22566.
THOUGHT: What lies behind us, and what lies before us are tiny matters, compared to what lies within us.
ABBEYFEALE A.O.H. FATHER CASEY'S MEMORY- COMING DEMONSTRATION.
At a largely attended meeting of above, Bro. E. Leahy presided. Proposed by J. R. Cotter, seconded by J. Horgan—"That we communicate with all prominent men in Limerick and Kerry to attend Father Casey's Anniversary, to be held on December 29th, 1913, and that some of our leading M.P.'s for Limerick and Kerry be invited to attend to do honour to one of Ireland's best sons. It was also agreed to invite all the adjacent branches to attend, with, bands and banners, to participate in the great movement in honouring a good priest, whose ever-willing hand was always ready to forward the oncoming march of National Self-government. Resolved —That though 'as Hibernians we conspire not against Church or State, as unionists of Ulster suggest, we are in favour of a local branch of the Volunteers." After some routine business, the meeting adjourned.
Kerry Sentinel 1878-1916, Saturday, July 22, 1916; Page: 3
Death of Mr. J. Larkin, Knockanure.
TRIBUTE BY CARLOW STUDENTS- It is with very sincere regret we have to announce the death of Mr John Larkin, Knockanure, Newtownsandes, after a not very protracted illness and at a comparatively early age. The deceased, from his ever cheery and amiable disposition and good neighbourship, was very popular amongst a large circle of acquaintances whose firm and affectionate friendship he
Retained to the end.
Duly after death the remains were taken from his late residence to the Parish Church at Newtownsandes where Requiem High Mass and Office was celebrated for the repose of the soul departed. The funeral, to Listowel cemetery on Monday, was a grand tribute to the popularity of the deceased gentleman and a flattering demonstration to the high esteem in which he had been held by his neighbours, and the respect which he and his family so deservedly commanded in the community in which he was raised and to which he was a credit.
The deceased was father of the Rev P Larkin, only recently ordained in Carlow, and it might be here mentioned the large funeral cortege was considerably augmented by the students at present at home on their Summer vacation from Carlow College, as well as All Hallows amongst whom the deceased was a very great favourite. The celebrant at High Mass was the Rev E Kissane, Toronto; deacon, Rev Fr. Hunt, Carlow College; sub-deacon, Rev Larkin (son); master of ceremonies, Rev P Deenihan, Carlow College , accolytes, J O'Donnell and J O'Connor; thurifea, J J O'Shea (students). The Father O'Carroll, C.C, Newtown, officiated at the graveside, assisted by Rev T Kissane, Rev J Shanahan, Rev S O'Keeffe, Rev Father O'Brien, C.C, Ballylongford. Rev J Galvin, acting P.P, Tarbert. Rev J Kissane.
The Rev M Keane, P.P, Newtownsandes, conveyed his feeling of regret that he was unable to attend owing to other pressing parochial duties, The following students from Carlow College participated in the solemn ceremony, viz—Rev M Hunt, Rev P Deenihan, Rev Fr Hanrahan, Messrs J J O'Shea, J O'Donnell, M Finnell, J J O'Connor, J O'Connell, T O'Sullivan, J Cotter, D Guffen, J Leane, C Scannell, T Lynch, P Crowley, J Harnett.
From All Hallows—Rev C Hanrahan, Rev J Kissane, D Hannan, T Buckley.
Maynooth—J Stack. Wexford (St Peter's)—P Sheehy, D Galvin, Killarney (Seminary)—D Griffin. Kilkenny, T Shanahan, G Galvin.
The chief mourners were—Mrs Larkin (widow), Rev P Larkin (for USA),; J Larkin, T Larkin (sons) ; Mollie, and Kattie Larkin (daughters) ; Mrs J Galvin (sister) ; P Walsh, and J Walsh (brothers-in-law); Mrs O'Brien, Mrs Scanlon, and Mrs Healy (sisters-in-law) ; M Larkin, Tim Kirby, David Larkin (Listowel), J O'Brien, Mr Roger and Mrs O'Shea and family (Tullamore N.S) ; Misses M and E Walsh, Ballyline; Mrs D. Enright, J O'Brien (Ballylongford) ; Mrs D Walsh, M Holly. J Walsh, Ballyline; Kitty Larkin, (Listowel); Mrs Flynn Islandanny; Kathleen Larkin, Janie Larkin, Mary Larkin (Newtown); Mrs Golden, J O’Sullivan and Family, Jack and Nell Stack, Gale Bridge, etc, etc.
More at https://northkerry.wordpress.com/
Joseph Pronechen
On Sept. 1, 1983, flying from Anchorage to Seoul, a Korean Air Lines Boeing 747 with 269 people on board strayed off its planned route and flew over an island that violated Soviet air space. Quickly, a Russian fighter plane shot down.
The outrageous action prompted five Western European countries including Great Britain and Germany to okay accepting United States medium-range missiles beginning in November of that year.
http://www.ncregister.com/blog/joseph-pronechen/our-lady-saved-the-world-from-a-nuclear-war
MEMORABILIA: As part of the celebrations to mark the 150th anniversary of the dedication of St. John’s Church, Tralee, the parish hopes to hold an exhibition and produce a publication relating to the religious, social and cultural life of the parish over the past 150 years. We would be delighted to receive from parishioners any photographs, memorabilia, ephemera etc. All items submitted will be returned to the owner as soon as they are scanned/copied. Please contact the parish office.
Oct 2019
FILM: The pro-life film "UnPlanned" which is showing in all Omniplex cinemas and some IMC cinemas around the country.
MASS TRALEE: University Hospital Kerry invite you to a First Remembrance Service for parents and their families who have lost a baby through miscarriage, ectopic pregnancy, fetal anomaly, stillbirth or neonatal death. This service will be held in the Hospital Chapel of Christ the Healer on Thurs.17th Oct. at 7pm.
LISTOWEL AREA PASTORAL COUNCIL MEETING will take place at Duagh Presbytery on Wednesday night–October 16th 2019.
MISSION SUNDAY: IRELAND’S Own; Galway born Sr. Julie Canny survived the atomic bomb blast on 6th August 1945, 70,000 were killed in seconds. All eight sisters survived the bomb blast. Sr. Julie died Nov. 1 1987 aged 93.
EXTRAORDINARY MONTH OF MISSION CELEBRATION: Bishop Ray invites all who have worked on the missions to an Evening of Celebration on Tuesday, Oct 22nd at 8pm in St John’s Parish Centre, Tralee. This event is to acknowledge the people who spent time in the developing world and their contribution to the lives of many. Refreshments on the night. If you wish to attend, phone John Paul II Pastoral Centre at 064/6632644.
MASS AT POLL AN AIFRINN MILLTOWN: Sunday October 20th at 3pm. Celebrant Fr. Kieran O’Brien. The Mass Rock, Keelacloghane Wood, Milltown, where former Prior of Holy Cross Dominican Church Tralee, Fr. Thaddeus Moriarty, was arrested before his martyrdom in October 1653.
TY STUDENTS INTERESTED IN DOING A GAISCE AWARD 13 week program working in elements of parish life is now available and will start in November. Please contact parish office and leave your name and contact number by 21st October to join there is limited places available.
HEALTH: Kerry's Mental Health & Wellbeing FEST 2019 will run from Oct. 5th to 19th with over 100 FREE events throughout the County. Please check out www.healthykerry.ie and healthykerry Facebook page or pick up a brochure at your library for further details of events near you.
FINUGE RAMBLING HOUSE: is on Friday night the 18th October in the Thatched House at 9pm. Light refreshments served
A MINUTE OF YOUR TIME by Mary Cogan will be launched by Elaine Kinsella, Sat,. 19th Oct 7.30pm in St. Johns Theatre Listowel. This is a book of Mary’s Just a Thoughts, as aired on Radio Kerry. All welcome.
ARDFERT Retreat Centre Fire Fall-Charismatic Prayer Meeting every Monday 7.30pm and Lantern Night Holy Hour with Adoration, every third Thursday of the month 7.30pm. Be Still and Know: Fr. Louis Hughes OP, Sat. 19th Oct. 10am-2pm. AA Open Public Meeting: Wed. 30th Oct. 8.30pm; Growing as Followers of Jesus Christ: Dr. Jessie Rogers, Sat. 16th Nov. & Sat. 7th Dec. 10am-2pm; Listening to the word of God - Experiencing Life in all its Abundance: Fr. Patsy Kelly MSC, Sat. 23rd Nov. 10am-2pm. Bookings: 0667134276
TALK: Public Talk for Mission Month. Alan Kerins, popular sportsman and founder of Self-help Africa is the special guest of the diocese of Kerry, on Thursday Oct 17th, at 8pm, in St John’s Parish Centre, Tralee. Admission is free and all are welcome.
CANONISATION OF BLESSED JOHN HENRY NEWMAN was on Sunday last: His prayer for perseverance. ‘May Christ support us all day long, Till shades lengthen, And evening comes, And the busy world is hushed, And a fever of life is over and our work is done. Then in His mercy, may He give us a safe lodging A holy rest and peace at last’. Amen.
SCHOOL: Coláiste Íde in Dingle are holding open days on the 19th & 20th Oct. from 12-4pm. More information from 066 9151211or info@colaisteide.com
NANO NAGLE BIRTHPLACE, Ballygriffin, Co Cork: Wed 16th October: Fr Jim Cogley – ‘Getting the Past out of the Present…Reclaiming our Lives… Workshop’ 10am – 4pm Registration 9.40am €65 incl. morning coffee/tea and a light lunch. And Sat 19th October: ‘Day of Meditation and Relaxation’ with Eileen Nash pbvm: Give yourself the Gift of a day away from the busyness and stress of your everyday life! 10.30am – 3.30pm (registration 10am); bring a packed lunch; cost €25 incl. tea/coffee. Booking essential: 022 26411; secretary@nanonaglebirthplace.ie
ROSARY on Coast Sunday 13th Oct.; Kerry- Ballybunion Beach 2.30pm, contact-Catherine Hickey.
Rosary on the Coast: The Rosary on the Coast for Faith, Life & Love will take place on Sunday 13th October 2019. The venue has been changed to the Parish Church, Glin, and is taking place at 3.00 p.m. The 13th October is the anniversary of Our Lady’s final appearance at Fatima, Portugal in 1917. During all the apparitions Our Lady continually requested the praying of the Rosary daily, to save mankind and the world. To confirm her requests God performed the Great Miracle of the Sun, which was witnessed by 70,000 – 100,000 people within 20-25 mile radius of Fatima.
Catholic News Article
Catholic education should be celebrated – Kate Liffey
The year before last, my now-96-year-old father, Robert McQuillan, decided to take a little trip down memory lane. He made contact with his old secondary school, the former Christian Brothers’ secondary in Dundalk. He received a warm welcome from the current principal of Coláiste Rís, Padraig Hamill. The old roll books were taken down from a dusty shelf somewhere and my dad’s name and the names of his fellow students were mulled over; memories flooding back for my father and the story of the school’s pivotal role in the education of the youth of Dundalk since 1869 unfolding once again as the two men talked together. Listening to my dad reminisce about his education, I imagine his story as a fairly common one for his generation and the generations after his. He was born in 1923, the third son of seven children. His father was a master blacksmith who worked on the Great Northern Railway but it was primarily from his mother that the wish for a good education came. He started primary school in 1928 with the Sisters of Mercy and then moved in 1929 and went to the Christian Brothers’ primary, in the 60th year of the school’s founding.
His first teacher was a Belfast man, Johnny Barnes. My father remembers him fondly as a great soccer player – something with which the Brothers at the time were not too enamoured.
Robert McQuillan still remembers the names, and personalities, of most of the teachers, the laymen and the Brothers, who taught him. He remembers the exact fee for the education he received – 30 shillings a term, with the third boy and following boys free. My father tells me very matter-of-factly that without the Christian Brothers and other Religious Orders like them in the town, there would have been no education at all for boys like him. He doesn’t ‘sugar coat’ it either, acknowledging the complexity of the history of the Brothers in Ireland. But for my dad, he will always be grateful for the rich educational experience he received from them and what it empowered him to do with his life.
Irish Independent 1905-current, Saturday, 09 May, 1942; Page: 2
FIVE NUNS KILLED IN YORK RAID
The five nuns killed when a convent was hit during the raid on York are, states " The Universe," Mother Patricia O'Connor, teacher, and Sister Brendan Murphy, of the domestic staff, both from Ireland; Mother Vincent Jordan, head of the Convent's Elementary School; Mother Gerard McClorry, infirmarian and Mother Agnes Clayton, teacher. Two other Sisters were injured in going to the assistance of the buried nuns. Note (Sr. O’Connor was born in Moyvane)
SAYINGS: One of Blessed Edmund Rice’s most famous sayings is: “Were we to know the merit and value of only going from one street to another to serve a neighbour for the love of God, we should prize it more than silver and gold.”
Much more on local religious in link below
https://newtownsandes.jimdo.com/local-sisters/
Saint John XXIII
Saint of the Day for October 11
(November 25, 1881 – June 3, 1963)
https://wp.franciscanmedia.org/wp-content/uploads/2016/08/SODOct11.mp3
Saint John XXIII’s Story
Although few people had as great an impact on the 20th century as Pope John XXIII, he avoided the limelight as much as possible. Indeed, one writer has noted that his “ordinariness” seems one of his most remarkable qualities.
October 2019
JIMMY HICKEY: Now his place in the history of Irish dance is to be celebrated in a DVD; The DVD was launched by Fr. Pat Ahern in The Listowel Arms on Sunday, October 6 2019 at 7.00 pm.
GARY MCMAHON SINGING FESTIVAL takes place in Abbeyfeale over the weekend of October 18-20.
SERVICE: North Kerry Older Persons Maintenance Service is now taking requests for Winter work. For more information or to place an application over the phone please call 068 23429.
THANK YOU to all who work tirelessly for the Tidy Towns project.
PUBLIC TALK FOR MISSION MONTH: Alan Kerins, popular sportsman and founder of Self-help Africa is the special guest of the diocese of Kerry, on Thursday Oct 17th, at 8pm, in St John’s Parish Centre, Tralee. Admission is free and all are welcome.
LOST A BABY: University Hospital Kerry invite you to a First Remembrance Service for parents and their families who have lost a baby through miscarriage, ectopic pregnancy, fetal anomaly, stillbirth or neonatal death. This service will be held in the Hospital Chapel of Christ the Healer on Thurs.17th Oct. at 7pm.
BIRD WATCH event near Carrigafoyle Castle on Oct. 12th.
SALE OF PRODUCE Abbeyfeale: As Pope Francis has designated October an Extraordinary Month of Mission there will be a sale of home baking, vegetables and jams after the two Sunday Masses on Sunday, October 13 with proceeds being shared between an orphanage in India in the diocese that our curate Fr. Shoji comes from and Fr. Tim Galvin’s Mission in South Sudan.
ABBEYSIDE PLAYERS: New members welcome. Contact Merce on 087 2053051. Rehearsals of Frank Carney’s The Righteous are Bold will commence shortly.
LISTOWEL BRIDGE CLUB Are starting beginners classes in the Family Resource Centre on Monday 7th October at 7.30pm. for more information please contact Maria O Connor on 087-7554996 or Marie Galvin on 086-0817407.
SOCIAL DANCING CLOUNMACON COMMUNITY CENTER every Thursday night at 8pm. Teacher Josephine O Connor, everybody welcome.
ARDFERT RETREAT CENTRE: Charismatic Prayer Meeting every Monday 7.30pm and Lantern Night Holy Hour with Adoration, every third Thursday of the month 7.30pm. For information on all up and coming events please phone 066/7134276. Ardfert Retreat Centre: An Afternoon of Prayer, Praise and Healing: Fr. John Keane, Sun. 6th Oct., 2.30-6pm; Self Care Day: Anna O'Donoghue, I.A.C.P Sat. 12th Oct. 9.45am-4pm. Contact: 087 944 7105; Be Still and Know: Fr. Louis Hughes OP, Sat. 19th Oct. 10am-2pm; AA Open Public Meeting: Wed. 30th Oct. 8.30pm; Growing as Followers of Jesus Christ: Dr. Jessie Rogers, Sat. 16th Nov. & Sat. 7th Dec. 10am-2pm; Listening to the word of God - Experiencing Life in all its Abundance: Fr. Patsy Kelly MSC, Sat. 23rd Nov 10am-2pm. Bookings: 0667134276.
A EUCHARISTIC ADORATION INFORMATION MORNING – will be held at the Heights Hotel Killarney on Sat. 12th October. Registration will be at 10.30am followed by refreshments. All adorers and other parishioners are welcome to attend this wonderful Presentation Eucharistic Adoration Morning.
PADRE PIO PILGRIMAGE TO SAN GIOVANNI ROTONDO & ROME Date -27th – 2nd Nov. 2019. 7 Nights from Dublin. €895pps. For more information contact Bernadette Hanrahan 087 6019474.
WEST LIMERICK TOASTMASTERS: Develop your speaking skills at West Limerick Toastmasters. First and third Wednesday of the month September – June in the Desmond Complex from 8 – 10pm. New members welcome. Contact Charles 087 7972855.
NEW SAINT: Cardinal John Henry Newman On Sun. 13th Oct. Pope Francis will Canonize Cardinal John Henry Newman, first Rector of the Catholic University in Dublin (1854 – 1858) Fr Jim Sheehy will offer a talk as a preparation for the event, in Benner’s Hotel, Dingle at 8pm on Tues 8th Oct: John Henry Newman - Champion of the Laity. All are welcome.
POET: Michael Hartnett was and is one of Ireland’s most loved poets. Born in Limerick in 1941, his first collection Anatomy of a Cliché was published by Dolmen Press in 1968.
https://eigsemichaelhartnett.ie/
HEALTH: Kerry's Mental Health & Wellbeing FEST 2019 will run from Oct. 5th to 19th with over 100 FREE events throughout the County. Please check out www.healthykerry.ie and healthykerry Facebook page or pick up a brochure at your library for further details of events near you.
CHRISTMAS NEWSLETTER Abbeyfeale: Articles and photos are invited to fealechurch@eircom.net before November 20 for inclusion in the Christmas newsletter.
SCHOOL OF MUSIC AND DRAMA: Sephira School of Music and Drama has opened on Main St . All ages are welcome. Contact Ruth Joyce on 085 2052384 /info@sephira.ie or look them up on Facebook.
KERRY MENTAL HEALTH WELLBEING RUNS TO 19TH Oct. www.healthkerry.ie
COASTAL ROSARY FOR LIFE, FAITH AND LOVE Join in with thousands of people all around Ireland, as we gather on our coasts, near rivers, in our churches, at grottos etc. to pray the Rosary for Life, Faith and Love on Sunday October 13th at 2.30pm. We will join in with many countries around the world. To register a location please visit www.coastalrosaryireland.ie or text/call 087 278 6552.
FUNDRAISING PROGRAM October 2019 – Fundraising programme for St. Mary’s Parish, Tarbert - Maintenance Fund. Wednesday 16th October 2019 - Proceeds from the weekly Bingo night at the Tarbert Community Centre.Thursday 17th October 2019 - Clothes Collection organised by the Shannonside Women’s group. Monday 28th October 2019 - A community ‘Bank Holiday’ Morning for everybody. A Spiritual Walk from the Tarbert Community Centre to Kilnaughtin Church & Graveyard
Registration @ 10.30am - €10 per adult / €20 per family.The walk will start @ 11am, returning afterwards to the community centre for a cup of tea and chat. A Book Sale with a cup of tea and chat will also be held on the same day from 10.30am to 1pm.
(Any books you want to donate please drop these off at the Presbytery during normal office opening times before the 28th October.)
DROMTRASNA CHALLENGE 2019 in aid of Milford Care Centre and St. Ita's Day Care Centre Abbeyfeale takes place on Saturday, October 19. The event consists of a 2K Kids Run, 4K Walk, 5K and 10K chip timed runs. Finisher medals for participants in all events.
CONCERT: Micheal English will perform a concert with a Christmas theme on Friday, December 6 in the Church of the Assumption, Abbeyfeale.
AMERICAN TEA PARTY IN ROCKCHAPEL: The annual tea party will take place in Rockchapel Community Centre on Friday, October 18. A hot meal will be served at 9pm sharp. A great night of music, dancing, fun and craic with the one and only Jerry McCarthy and Autumn Gold. If interested please ring Breeda O’Callaghan to book your tickets. Tickets are €20. Your support is very much appreciated.
BOOK: The centenary of the foundation of the Mitchelstown Co-Operative Agricultural Society Limited was marked by Dairygold with an event at its headquarters in Mitchelstown, Co. Cork on Thursday, September 26. A commemorative book, “Mitchelstown Co-Operative Agricultural Society Ltd A History 1919-1990”, was written by Limerick historian, John Hough, who himself is a shareholder member of the society. John Hough from Glenastar and St Kieran’s Heritage Association held a local launch of his book at Ardagh Community Centre on Saturday, October 5 -2019.
Kerry News 1894-1941, Wednesday, July 12, 1916; Page: 4
QUARTERLY MEETING KERRY PRIS0NERS. DEMAND FOR THEIR RELEASE.
Mr James Woulfe presided over the quarterly meeting which on this occasion was held in the boardroom instead of the Courthouse as hitherto. There was a fairly large attendance of members.
SURVEYOR'S REPORT. From the report of the Co. Surveyor, Mr. Singleton Goodwin, who was in attendance, the roads were in fairly good order, and in a good number of cases the supplies of materials were fairly forward. He should, however, warn them to be prepared for a much heavier outlay owing to the increase in prices both in labour and material. On the motion to proceed with the consideration of new works.
Mr John Trant objected on the grounds that there was a resolution in the minutes of twelve months ago adjourning the consideration of all new works until after the war. A heated discussion followed pro and con, but eventually on the Assistant Clerk, Mr. Thomas O'Connell, producing the minutes, it was seen that the consideration of new works had been only adjourned for 12 months, and that period had elapsed since the passing of the resolution.
Mr. J. O'Connell moved that a fence be made on the road leading from Lixnaw to Kilfeighney church, 120 perches at 4s. per perch.
Mr. W. McCarthy seconded. Mr. P. Trant objected on the ground that the fence would be of no public utility, or necessity and that it would be practically only for the proposer's own benefit. He (Mr. O'Connell) was a comfortable man and well able to make a fence for himself if he wanted it. He (Mr. Trant) asked to have the County Surveyor's report read in connection with the application. The Clerk read from the report:— "This fence has been made by the occupier of the land, and as it is for his own benefit I don't see why the district should be called upon to pay for it;"
Mr. Trant—After that do what you like, but I propose that the application be thrown out.
Mr. Kearney—And I second you. At this time- a large number of the members had left the room, but Mr. Trant said he was satisfied to have-the question put to a division, and this having been done the application was thrown out by 9 votes to 3 .
Other applications were rejected on technical grounds, agreements for the land not having been signed, these including an application by Mr. P Trant . M.C.C, for the making of a new road from the main road from Tralee to Listowel at Kilshenane to the cemetery, which it was admitted was very necessary.
A POPULAR CONTRACTOR.
Mr. E . Mulvihill moved that Mr Cornelius Singleton contractor, be allowed £100 compensation for delay occasioned in his not being allowed to start work in making a new line of road and bridge on same between Jas. Mahony's gate, Leitrim; and Moriarty's cross, Tullamore.
Mr. J. Sheehy had much pleasure in seconding the motion. Mr. Singleton was a most popular and able contractor who always gave the public the greatest possible satisfaction and had suffered at least the amount claimed for him and should be compensated. The County Surveyor reported that Mr. Singleton had been delayed for 3 years, and in the meantime material went up very considerably. His claim was a reasonable one.
Mr. J. Lynch—We're all satisfied. The application was passed unanimously subject to sanction.
THE KERRY PRISONERS .
Mr. J. Barrett said he had a resolution to propose which he felt certain would meet with the sympathy and support of the meeting. It was:— " Resolved—That we the members of the Listowel Rural District Council respectfully ask the Government to release or bring to trial at once ; the Kerrymen arrested in connection with the recent rebellion, and especially do we demand the release of Mr. Thomas Slattery and Mr. Thomas J. McCarthy, Tralee , gentlemen of unblemished character and high social standing. Neither of those gentlemen no more than several of the other Kerrymen took any part in the movement, and we, therefore, ask those in authority to order the release of those men or otherwise; their immediate trial. "We further ask our Clerk to forward a copy of this resolution to Mr. Samuel, Sir John Maxwell, and our Parliamentary representative , Mr. M. J. Flavin.” Mr. Daniel Mangan had much pleasure in seconding the resolution so ably prospered by his colleague, Mr. Barrett, and in doing so said it was a terrible hardship on men like Mr . Slattery, a big merchant, and Mr. McCarthy, to be interned indefinitely without knowing for what. The other members of the Council heartily concurred with the terms of the resolution which was passed unanimously. The meeting adjourned.
September 2019
COMING SOON CHAT-TEA HOUR Have a free hour, fancy a cuppa and a chat with company, then come to Listowel Family Resource Centre and be greeted by the Social Prescribing Coordinator. Chat-tea hour is starting Wednesday 2nd October from 11.30am to 12.30pm and will continue every Wednesday for anyone who wants to get out of the house and not exercise. Cost €1.00 towards tea/coffee/biscuits. For more information please contact the Family Resource Centre on (068) 23584.
TRADITIONAL MUSIC LESSONS with Anne McAuliffe recommencing in the Seanchai on Wednesday 2nd October, 2019 from 3.00. Info 087/6736337.
ANNUAL 'WELLBEING FOR MOTHERHOOD' event will take place at Listowel Family Resource Centre on Wednesday, October 9 from 10.30am, A variety of topics will be covered by a number of keynote speakers including; Dr Louise McEntee will address the issue of infant mental health, Mary Collins will speak on the topic of ensuring balance and support for your child , while a car seat expert will speak about how to properly secure your child in your car and community dietitian Caitriona Mulhearn will focus on the topic of weaning your baby.
Registration for this free event is essential and free goodie bags will be provided on the day, For further details and to book your place contact 068 23584.
BISHOP RAY invites all who have worked in the missions to an evening of celebration on Tuesday 22nd October at 8 p.m. in St. Johns Parish centre Tralee: 064 6632644.
WEST LIMERICK MENTAL HEALTH ASSOCIATION: Noelle Crehan Nutritional Therapist with a talk entitled ‘Mind your Mood’ and Colman Noctor a child and adolescent psychotherapist with St. Patrick’s Mental Health Services with a ‘keen interest in the effects of contemporary media on child development and mental health’ are the key speakers at a seminar in the Longcourt Hotel NCW on Tuesday, October 8 sponsored by West Limerick Mental Health Association. Doors open 7pm. Light refreshments served. Admission free. Everyone welcome.
LISTOWEL BRIDGE CLUB Are starting beginners classes in the Family Resource Centre on Monday 7th October at 7.30pm. for more information please contact Maria O Connor on 087-7554996 or Marie Galvin on 086-0817407.
DROMTRASNA CHALLENGE 2019: Dromtrasna Challenge 2019 in aid of Milford Care Centre and St. Ita's Day Care Centre Abbeyfeale takes place on Saturday, October 19. The event consists of a 2K Kids Run, 4K Walk, 5K and 10K chip timed runs. Finisher medals for participants in all events.
MEMORIAL CONCERT: Kathy Casey Byrne Memorial Concert in aid of Mid Western Cancer Foundation & Irish Youth Foundation. The Concert will take place at St. Molua's Church, Ardagh on Friday, October 4 @ 7.30 p.m. Concert produced by Fr. Tim Curtin, Sean Moriarty & Theresa Doyle Mc Mahon. Fr. Tony has some tickets on sale.
CRAFTY CORNER: If you would like to practice your knitting and crochet or are a beginner willing to learn the craft then come along to our classes which resume Tuesday October 1 at St Ita's hall from 7 - 9pm. The painting group are also back on October 1 from 11am - 1pm. in St. Ita's Hall, All welcome.
DAY FOR LIFE: on Sunday 6th October. This is celebrated annually by the Catholic Church in Ireland,
Scotland and Wales. It is a day dedicated to raising awareness of the meaning and value of human life at every stage and at every condition. The theme this year focuses on the ‘Scourge of Domestic Abuse’. Please take leaflets at the back of both Churches for more information or www.catholicbishops.ie
GLÓRACH: Local Trad Group Fuinneamh will burst onto the stage at Glórach on Friday, October 5 at 8pm. Eibhlín Broderick will share the stage as a special guest singer. Bookings 0871383940 or glorachabbeyfeale@gmail.com
CHRISTMAS NEWSLETTER Abbeyfeale: Articles and photos are invited to fealechurch@eircom.net before November 20 for inclusion in the Christmas newsletter.
HORSE FAIR: The Great October Horse Fair at Ballinasloe and its associated festival lasts for about a week, this year running from Saturday 28th September to Sunday 6th October.
SCHOOL OF MUSIC AND DRAMA: Sephira School of Music and Drama has opened on Main St . All ages are welcome. Contact Ruth Joyce on 085 2052384 /info@sephira.ie or look them up on Facebook.
CONCERT IN AID OF SUICIDE AWARENESS: Red Hurley, Dickie Rock, Susan McCann, Owen Mac, Kathy Durkin, Shaun O’Dowd, Emily Clarke and Micheal Collins will all perform in the Woodlands Hotel, Adare on Thursday, October 3. Doors open 7pm, show 8pm, tickets €30. A donation will be made to Pieta House. Further information from 061 605100.
POKER RUN: Shannon Gleeson says “I’m holding a poker run on Sunday, September 29 in aid of the Hope Foundation. I am going to Kolkata in March 2020 and in order to go we have to fundraise roughly €3000. The Poker run is starting in Jack O’Rourkes Bar Abbeyfeale , Registration is at 10:30am and there is a prize for the best hand .
NUNS: 200th Anniversary of the FCJ order is now being celebrated. It was founded in France in 1820 by Marie Madeleine a mother and widow, they came to Laurel Hill in 1845. Their official name is Congregation of the Faithful Companions of Jesus.
TALK: The Canonisation of Blessed John Henry Newman will take place on October 13th in Rome. Fr Jim Sheehy will offer two talks as a preparation for the event, in Benner’s Hotel, Dingle at 8pm on: Tuesday 1st of October: John Henry Newman – His quest for the truth. Tuesday 8th of October: John Henry Newman – Champion of the Laity.
All are welcome
KNOCK: day in Honour of Our Lady Sat. 5th Oct in Knock Shrine starts 10am with Praise & Worship in the Blessed Sacrament Chapel; 3pm Pilgrimage Mass followed by testimony, food & music in Rest & Care Centre finishing with Holy Hour to pray for our Priests, Bishops & their Dioceses. To book a seat on subsidised bus (€10, Booking Essential) please contact Human Life International, Knock on 094 9375993 or email: mail@humanlife.ie
PADRE PIO PILGRIMAGE TO SAN GIOVANNI ROTONDO & ROME Date -27th – 2nd Nov. 2019. 7 Nights from Dublin. €895pps. For more information contact Bernadette Hanrahan 087 6019474 or www.marian.ie
MARRIED: Retrouvaille – A Lifeline for Married Couples: Do you want to improve the communication with your spouse? Do you feel lost, alone or bored in your marriage? Are you hurt, frustrated or angry with your spouse? The Retrouvaille programme can help marriages at all stages to improve communication & learn tools and skills for a happy marriage.
Next programme starts 4th – 6th October 2019. For information contact Tony & Anne (01) 495 3536, text or call 086 413 5440, or email info@retrouvaille.ie or visit www.retrouvaille.ie.
EUCHARISTIC ADORATION INVITATION you are invited to a Special Information meeting in the Heights Hotel, Killarney Saturday 12th October at 11.30am. Timetable: 10.45am. registration / refreshments, 11.30am. to 12.30am. Information meeting (starting promptly). Contact Brendan Cleary on 086-1027411 or email brendancleary2@gmail.com . Reserve a place by Friday 4th October 2019.
COSTAL ROSARY FOR LIFE, FAITH AND LOVE: Join in with thousands of people all around Ireland, as we gather to pray the Rosary for Life, Faith and Love on Sunday October 13that 2.30pm. To register a location call 087 278 6552 or visit www.coastalrosaryireland.ie OCTOBER MENTAL HEALTH WEEK: An information evening on Mental Health, with guest speakers, on Friday October 11thfrom 7.30—9.30pm in the Grand Hotel. Admission free.
SIGNPOSTS FOR OUR TIMES: A workshop to nourish the spirit using stories, themes and images from the life of John Moriarty. Meadowlands Hotel, Saturday 5th of October 10am to 4pm. Cost €35. Booking essential. Telephone 085 7791210 or email marymcg2003@gmail.com.
WOMEN IN RECOVERY: for women who want to live their best lifeafter alcohol and drug dependence. Starts on October 14th in Tralee and runs for 6 weeks. Limited places are available and booking is essential. Contact Eileen on 087 6402715 to book your place or visit www.innerhealingcounselling.com/womensgroup
PAPERS: Pilot, Volume 36, Number 16, 19 April 1873
Balloon Trip to Ireland.—An adventurous American aeronaut, Professor Donaldson, intends this summer to cross the Atlantic to Ireland in a large balloon. The machine will weigh about 2000 lbs., will contain 208,000 feet of gas, with two small reservoirs to provide against leakage, and electric arrangements for light.
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Irish Children In London.—The ninetieth anniversary festival of the above benevolent society, established for the education and maintenance of poor Irish children resident in London, took place on St. Patrick’s evening at Willis’s Rooms where a large number of noblemen and gentlemen sat down to a sumptuous repast. His Royal Highness Prince Arthur, K. G., K., K. P., &c., presided. A large number of subscriptions were announced, including 100 guineas from her Majesty and 30 L from his Royal Highness the President. From the list it appeared that her Majesty has given altogether 3630 L. An effective choir was in attendance, and an excellent selection of popular Irish songs were rendered and a pleasant evening was spent.
The Peat Question.—At a meeting of the members of the Royal Dublin Society, held recently in their house, Kildare street, the chair was occupied by Mr. Howard Grubb, C. E. The first communication brought before the meeting was by Alexander MacDonnell, the subject being “Notes on Peat.” The paper dealt with the different descriptions of peat made in Belgium, of which he found the density to correspond with that found in the bogs of Ireland. One cubic foot of peat was found to be equal to 8.7 lbs. of German peat, and varied from 6 to 12 lbs per cubic foot. Peat in some parts of Germany was dried in sheds, a process which he believed to be very expensive. He explained at length the most approved methods for the production of compressed peat, and expressed his belief that a satisfactory solution of the question of compression would be the making of a great part of the West of Ireland.
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Boston Pilot (1838-1857), Volume 19, Number 36, 6 September 1856
Poets and Beer; The house in which Moore was born is now a whiskey shop; Burn’s native cottage is a public house; Shelly’s house at Great Marlow, is a beer shop; the spot where Scott was born is occupied by a building used for a similar purpose; and even Coleridge’s residence at Nether Stowey, the very' house in which the poet composed his sweet “Ode to the Nightingale,” is now an ordinary beer house. A house also in which James Montgomery lived for forty years at Sheffield is now a beer shop.
Lixnaw Blessed Well
ST JOHN’S PROGRAMME OF EVENTS OCTOBER 2019
2nd - 27th- AFRICAN IMPRESSIONS
With this exhibition, Clare Artist, Tomás O’Maoldomhnaigh hopes to inspire people so they might connect with nature. In 2018 Tomás visited Nambia, Botswana and Zambia and this exhibition is a celebration of the nature and landscape of these marvellous wild places.
Tues 1st -THE KEEPER – FILM CLUB
Directed by Marcus H. Rosenmüller, The Keeper tells the extraordinary love story between a young English woman and a German PoW, who together overcome prejudice, public hostility, and personal tragedy. In association with Access Cinema.
Fri 4th - SHASKEEN – TRADITIONAL NIGHT
The Shaskeen Céili Band have a great show in celebration of traditional music. From the Oxford Tavern in Kentish town to the Village Theatre, Carrabane, on a 47-year musical journey, the traditional Irish band Shaskeen is taking to the highways and byways on a nationwide concert tour. Featuring Tom Cussen on banjo and mandolin, Eamonn Cotter on tin whistle and flute, Pat Costello on vocals and bouzouki, Geraldine Cotter on keyboard and many more.
Fri 11th - JACK AND THE BEANSTALK
Fee Fi Fo Fum! It’s a giant of a show, we’d love you to come! This classic fairytale gets the Lyngo treatment with lots of surprises and beautiful images they tell the gripping story of Jack, a boy who sells his cow for 5 magic beans and finds himself in the land above the clouds! It’s a show for the over 3’s (and their giants) with something for everyone – enormous shoes, tiny houses, showers of silver and gold and a big, leafy explosion! More from 068 22566.
PLAQUE was recently erected at Templeglantine in memory of Michael McAuliffe who died 100 years ago, he spent 30 years in Indian Civil Service.
NORTH KERRY POSITIVE AGEING DAY: Sunday 6th Oct from 1.30pm in Listowel Community Centre- talks, food and a tea dance with The Singing Jarvey. Tickets €10. Contact Mairead on 086/8696341.
ROADWORKS UPDATE: Trenching and ducting will continue from Knockanure village to Ahavoher graveyard from Monday the 23rd September . Road reinstatement works will be completed on Wednesday the 25th of September on a STOP and GO traffic management system. Access will be maintained for light vehicles (cars and vans). HGVs will have to follow diversion route. Trenching and ducting will continue on the Trien Road on Tuesday the 24th of September under a full road closure from 8am to 6pm Monday to Friday . Road will be fully re opened in the evenings and at weekends. Info Pádraig 086/6072159.
CLASSES: Night Classes in Kerry College of Further Eduation; Listowel Campus Enrolment Tues 24th Sept 7-8.30pm. Classes to start from the first week in October. Tuesdays - Introduction to Interior Design, Create your own Felt Cocktail Hat, Nutrition for your Energy, Knitting for Beginners, Intermediate Computers, Make-Up and Skincare, Autumn in the Garden. Wednesdays - Conversational Spanish Classes Beginner and Improver, Create your own Felt Cocktail Hat, QQI Component Modules; Care of the Older Person, Infection Prevention and Control, Special Needs Assisting Level 6 . If further information is required please contact the Director of Adult Education on 086 0289958 / 068 21023.
LISTOWEL FAMILY RESOURCE CENTRE: Cooking on a budget starting Friday 27th September. Learn how to cook nutritious, healthy food on a limited budget. Also, the annual 'Wellbeing for Motherhood' is on Wednesday, October 9th from 10.30am. Speakers including; Dr Louise McEntee will address the issue of infant mental health, Mary Collins will speak on the topic of ensuring balance and support for your child , while a car seat expert will speak about how to properly secure your child in your car and community dietitian Caitriona Mulhearn will focus on the topic of weaning your baby. Registration for this free event is essential and free goodie bags will be provided on the day. For further info and to book your place contact 068/23584.
COURSE: Ardfert Retreat Centre (0667134276) Fall Adult Religious Education Programme: Fr. Sean Sheehy, 10 week Certificate Course: Group Leader training to lead discussions on Faith, Sacraments, Morality and Prayer Catechesis based on the Catechism of the Catholic Church, Wednesdays 7 - 8.30pm beginning Wed. 25th Sept.
GLÓRACH CELEBRATES MICHEAL HARTNETT: Although born in Newcastlewest, the late, great poet Michael Hartnett had an almost spiritual link with the area west of Barnagh and was no stranger to the town of Abbeyfeale. The Glórach Theatre look forward to celebrating his memory by screening the Pat Collins film Muince Dreoilín at 10.30 am on Monday, September 30. Renowned author and poet Gabriel Fitzmaurice, who was a close friend of Hartnett, will be present for a question and answer session afterwards. This event will be held as part of Éigse Micheal Hartnett, admission is free and for any enquiries please ring 0871383940.
WEST LIMERICK MENTAL HEALTH ASSOCIATION: Noelle Crehan Nutritional Therapist with a talk entitled ‘Mind your Mood’ and Colman Noctor a child and adolescent psychotherapist with St. Patrick’s Mental Health Services with a ‘keen interest in the effects of contemporary media on child development and mental health’ are the key speakers at a seminar in the Longcourt Hotel NCW on Tuesday, October 8 sponsored by West Limerick Mental Health Association. Doors open 7pm. Light refreshments served. Admission free. Everyone welcome.
POKER RUN: Shannon Gleeson was in touch; I’m holding a poker run on Sunday, September 29 in aid of the Hope Foundation. I am going to Kolkata in March 2020 and in order to go we have to fundraise roughly €3,000. The Poker run is starting in Jack O’Rourkes Bar Abbeyfeale , Registration is at 10:30am and there is a prize for the best hand.
DROMTRASNA CHALLENGE 2019: Dromtrasna Challenge 2019 in aid of Milford Care Centre and St. Ita's Day Care Centre Abbeyfeale takes place on Saturday, October 19. The event consists of a 2K Kids Run, 4K Walk, 5K and 10K chip timed runs. Finisher medals for participants in all events.
MEMORIAL CONCERT: Kathy Casey Byrne Memorial Concert in aid of Mid Western Cancer Foundation & Irish Youth Foundation. The Concert will take place at St. Molua's Church, Ardagh on Friday, October 4 @ 7.30 p.m. Concert produced by Fr. Tim Curtin, Sean Moriarty & Theresa Doyle Mc Mahon. Fr. Tony has some tickets on sale.
HISTORIC railway tunnel at Barnagh , Co. Limerick is now connected to the Greenway following improvement works carried out by Limerick City and County Council and was officially opened in a ceremony on Friday 13th September 2019.
APOSTOLATE OF EUCHARISTIC ADORATION: You are invited to a special information meeting in the Heights Hotel, Killarney on Saturday 12th October at 11.30am. Registration & refreshments from 10.45am. Information meeting 11.30am – 12.30pm sharp. If you would like to attend please contact Eileen Collins, Moyvane on 087/9313912 or Margaret Carmody, Knockanure on 087/2976304 or the Parish Office. See posters at the back of both Churches for further details.
NEW SEASON CLASSES: After the summer break September sees the return of classes for the coming months. On September 27 the creative writing group begins their new season. We are lucky to be assigned a tutor for a six week course. The first meeting will be held in the old vocational school - after that we return to the usual venue in St. Ita's Hall. We need new members to join us. As well as writing it is a great social occasion with tea and dainty treats on offer. If you are interested just come along on the day or call Madeline 087 9707989.
CAR PARK LINING: The line markings in the car park of Moyvane Church have been redone. These now include two Parent & Child spaces and two spaces for people with disabilities. I encourage all of you using the car park to adhere to these spaces and to be considerate of others when parking. Many thanks.
GRAVEYARD MASSES: My suggestion to move our annual Graveyard Masses to 7.30pm rather than 8pm on the August Bank Holiday weekend (Monday, Tuesday & Wednesday) is proving to be very inconvenient for many of the Graveyard Committee. Between commitments of work and farming etc., many of the committee could not be there on time to have things ready for Mass if it were at 7.30pm. So Masses will remain at 8pm. Also the feeling is suggested if weather is unfavourable that blessings and prayers should be shared at the Graveyard rather than ask people to come to Church. A final decision on that will be made at a later date.
TRADITIONAL LATIN MASS: Sunday 29th September in Church of the Immaculate Conception, Rathass Tralee at 12 noon.
CRAFTY CORNER: If you would like to practice your knitting and crochet or are a beginner willing to learn the craft then come along to our classes which resume Tuesday October 1 at St Ita's hall from 7 - 9pm. It’s a lovely social occasion as well. The painting group are also back on October 1 from 11am - 1pm. in St.Ita's Hall, it’s a very relaxing hobby. All welcome.
THE IRISH CANCER SOCIETY: Run a free transport programme for patients struggling to get to their chemotherapy appointments. We are doing a national volunteer driver recruitment. Please note that all drivers get their expenses back (0.24cents per km, €8 towards some food and all road tolls are paid) and the service is completely free to the patient. Patients are identified as being in need by the hospital social workers / nurses and referred to the service for transport to and from treatments.
SIGNPOST FOR OUR TIMES: A workshop to nourish the spirit using stories, themes and images from the life of John Moriarty – in the Meadowlands Hotel, Tralee on October 5th from 10am to 4pm. Cost €35. Booking essential on 085/7791210 or email marymcg2003@gmail.com . Support our native son.
CHIROPODIST – Michelle Conway will be in Tarbert Community Centre on Wed. 25th Sept. from 9.45am to 1pm. If you would like an appointment please call 083-4074256.
ST MICHAEL’S WELL - PATTERN DAY, LIXNAW, MON 30TH SEPT. - 2 MASSES 12 NOON AND 7.30pm. for feast day of St. Michael the Archangel.
A CELEBRATION of Fr. Maurice Brick’s 13 years in Lixnaw, Irremore and Rathea will be held in the Community Centre in Lixnaw on Friday, September 27th at 8pm. Everyone is welcome to this special occasion.
FESTIVAL OF ARCHITECTURE: As part of this festival, St. John's, Ashe Street. will host the following talks and speakers. Saturday 28th Sept at 11 am St Johns Church: Its history and people, by Donal O’Sullivan. Sunday 29th Sept at 1 pm St. John's Church; Heraldry and Kerry Architecture by Tom Dillon
THE JOY OF LOVE IN MARRIAGE - A Marriage Enrichment Weekend offers married couples of all ages in a good relationship, private time to rekindle the joy of their love. The next (residential) weekend will be held at The Lake Hotel Killarney 15th to 17th Nov. from 8pm on Fri. to 4.30pm on Sunday. For more information and to book, visit www.marriageencounter.ie or phone 064-6644319 or 086-6095168.
SCHOOL OF MUSIC AND DRAMA: Sephira School of Music and Drama has opened on Main St . All ages are welcome. Contact Ruth Joyce on 085 2052384 /info@sephira.ie or look them up on Facebook.
GOSPEL CHOIRS will be starting on Saturday 28th September at the John Paul II Pastoral Centre in Killarney . Adults choir 12-1pm , Kiddies choir(ages 5-9) 1.30-2.30pm and Youth choir (ages 10-16) 2.30-3.30pm. No auditions necessary -everyone welcome to join. For more information , contact 0870669858.
WORLD MISSION SUNDAY: 20th October. This year’s theme: ‘Together we are Mission, changing the life of others’. More details will follow in the weeks ahead. Further info from 01/4972035 or www.wmi.ie/donate
COSTAL ROSARY FOR LIFE, FAITH AND LOVE: Join in with thousands of people all around Ireland, as we gather on our coasts, near rivers, in our churches, at grottos etc. to pray the Rosary for Life, Faith and Love on Sunday October 13that 2.30pm. To register a location visit www.coastalrosaryireland.ie or call 087 278 6552
SCHOOL Folklore; Local Poets
Collector Thomas Walsh- Informant Maurice Stack Age 39 buried in Murhur.
There are no stories told about how he got the gift of poetry. His father and Uncle were poets. One day a widow woman asked Rucard Drury and three other men to eat a meadow of hay. They had a piece of a boar for their dinner and he made a piece of poetry about it. "O God on high who rules the sky Look upon us forth and give us meat that we can eat and take away the boar."
He made a song about the Listowel Races, Foley's donkey, Knockanure church. In English he composed those songs. He had an Uncle Mike who also had the gift of poetry but was not as good as Rucard. He was a labourer and he spent most of his time in Knockanure. He was a great scholar and the people liked him very much. He was working with a woman and in the evening she got short of tea and sugar. When drinking his tea she asked him if there was sugar in his tea. He said no because if there was he could see it in the bottom.
Travelling Folk- Collector Michael Lynch- Informant- Patrick Griffin, Doon Ballybunion, Age 75
Since time immemorial travelling folk are to be met with. Though there are not as many looking for alms now-a-days as there were long ago. The old people are getting pensions and this helps to keep them away from other people's doors. Some go around singly, tinkers go in families, and Gipsies go in bands. Long ago they used go around walking but now they have vans which they make themselves. Some stay only for one night and others stay for a week. I have heard that the people in olden days were very interesting. When the news spread that there was one of them in a local house the people of the district used gather to that house to hear them tell the stories. I have heard that the Gipsies used go round with a basket on their arm and sell small articles. If they failed they used look for alms and pretend they could read the palms of the hands and tell your fortune. Many of these are to be met with. Tinkers are very fond of attending fairs and they are sure to have a row in the evening. Some of these are very fond of sparing some die in the workhouse but large sums are found after them. There are people called Sheridan’s who visit fairs in this district very often and they are very fond of dealing with horses. It is said that they sometimes dose animals and impose bad ones on people in this way.
Travelling Folk- Nellie Wallace of Tarmon West, Co. Kerry.
The travelling folk or tinkers as they are sometimes called are to be seen in this district. The families that are to be seen most often are the O'Brien’s, the McCarthy’s and the Falconers. Big Bob and his wife have a large family but still they are happy and cheerful.
They live in caravans and when they wish to go from one place to another the caravans are drawn by horses. They go from one house to another to get food and clothing for themselves and their families. They make saucepans and they sell them.
The Travelling People
The tinkers are a wandering race of people. Many years ago the men used make useful vessels out of tin, but few work at the trade now. They travel from place to place buying and selling donkeys. They generally park their cars at Sallowglen Wood. When they meet a crowd of other tinkers they fight, especially when they are drunk. The most of the women carry a basket with them when they are going into a farm house. They are very annoying as they ask for several things. But the creatures go through terrible hardships in Winter.
The families to be seen most frequently are the McCarthy’s and O'Brien’s. They are the happiest people in the world, because they need not pay rents or rates. They earn their bread by begging for it. The O'Brien’s have very good caravans to live in. Not very many are without them now a days.
Collector- Anna Houlihan, Address- Dooncaha, Co. Kerry.
More at link below
https://www.duchas.ie/en/src?q=tinkers&t=CbesTranscript&p=2&ct=CI
Music and Crowds at Carlow Ploughing Championship
Ploughing Match Carlow
14-9-2019
PLOUGHING: The 88th National Ploughing Championships takes place this year in Ballintrane, Fenagh, County Carlow from Tuesday 17th to Thursday 19th September, 2019.
The Ploughing Championships is Europe’s largest outdoor exhibition and agricultural trade show. Over 240,000 patrons attended last year’s event.
FRUIT: Apples, blackberries and plums are abundant this year and very few appear to use them, how different to fifty years ago.
GLÓRACH: Friday September 20 we have Culture night, doors open 7pm, tickets are free but need to be prebooked 087 383940.
SET DANCING CLASSES: Adult set dancing classes with Timmy Woulfe on Mondays at 8pm in the Marian Hall.
ST PIO TRIDIUM in Newcastlewest Church from September 18th to 20th, celebrant Fr. Mockler, begin each night at 7pm.
PADRE PIO PILGRIMMAGE TO KNOCK: Sunday 22nd September. Bus leaves Ballybunion at 8 a.m. Contact James on 087 7789929.
PADRE PIO PILGRIMAGE TO SAN GIOVANNI ROTONDO & ROME Date -27th Oct. to 2nd Nov. 2019. 7 Nights from Dublin. €1,199pps. For more information contact Bernadette Hanrahan 087 6019474.
DROMTRASNA CHALLENGE 2019: Dromtrasna Challenge 2019 in aid of Milford Care Centre and St. Ita's Day Care Centre Abbeyfeale takes place on Saturday, October 19. The event consists of a 2K Kids Run, 4K Walk, 5K and 10K chip timed runs. Finisher medals for participants in all events.
LISTOWEL FAMILY RESOURCE CENTRE: Rainbows offers a 9 week listening, group support programme for children following a bereavement or parental separation. Start date: 18th September from 5.30pm – 6.30pm. Contact: Toni Clarke on 068/23584. For all upcoming course contact the Centre on 068/23584.
ARDAGH a walk and talk to Rathronan Graveyard on Sunday September 22nd.
PSYCHOTHERAPIST: Noelle Crehan Nutritional Therapist and Colman Noctor a child and adolescent psychotherapist with St. Patrick’s Mental Health Services with a ‘keen interest in the effects of contemporary media on child development and mental health’ are the key speakers at a seminar in the Longcourt Hotel NCW on Tuesday, October 8 sponsored by West Limerick Mental Health Association. Doors open 7pm. Admission free.
MARRIAGE ENRICHMENT WEEKEND: Fri 8p.m. to Sunday 4.30 p.m. in Lake Hotel Killarney from 15th to 17th November. Bookings: 064 6644319/0866095168.
WEST LIMERICK TOASTMASTERS: Develop your speaking skills at West Limerick Toastmasters. First and third Wednesday of the month September – June in the Desmond Complex from 8 – 10pm. New members welcome. Contact Charles 087 7972855.
JOSEPHINE’S SET DANCING CLASSES: at the GAA Hall , Abbeyfeale are starting on Wednesday September 18 with Josephine. 8pm for beginners followed by improvers at 8.45pm. Contact 0879267037.
HISTORICAL SOCIETY –resumes at the Bridewell, Tarbert on Sat. 21st Sept. at 7.30pm. Patrick Lynch will give a talk on Andrew Carnegie and his Libraries in Kerry and Limerick.
CLASSES: Night Classes in Kerry College of Further Education; Listowel Campus. Enrolment Wed. 18th Sept, Tues 24th Sept 7-8.30pm. Classes to start from the first week in October. Tuesdays - Introduction to Interior Design, Create your own Felt Cocktail Hat, Nutrition for your Energy, Knitting for Beginners, Intermediate Computers, Make-Up and Skincare, Autumn in the Garden. Wednesdays - Conversational Spanish Classes Beginner and Improver, Create your own Felt Cocktail Hat, QQI Component Modules; Care of the Older Person, Infection Prevention and Control, Special Needs Assisting Level 6 . If further information is required please contact the Director of Adult Education on 086 0289958 / 068 21023
ICA: PRO Kathleen Leahy writes. Mainister na Feile ICA will fill the void when they reconvene on Tuesday, September 17 at the Adult Education Centre in Mountmahon at the earlier time of 7pm.
ST JOHN’S: Tues 17th- THE BEST OF TRADITIONAL
A music network tour featuring Tara Breen - Fiddle, Laoise Kelly - Harp Josephine Marsh – Accordion and Nell Ni Chróinín - Voice.
Thu 19th- ONEDAY- A play by Dick Walsh and James Moran based on news articles published on 13th March 2012. Theatre offers a medium to repeat these one-day events. Nominated for Best Production and Best Performer at the Dublin Fringe 2018.
Fri 20th, 5-10pm- CULTURE NIGHT
An evening of Film, Youth Theatre, Storytelling, Music, Song & Dance featuring the best of local talent, young and old. Fear an Ti, Sonny Egan. More from 068 22566.
CREATING CONFIDENCE THROUGH THE PERFORMING ARTS:
Theatric Theatre School -drama, dancing, singing and prop making classes begin in Abbeyfeale on Monday, September 16 from 4-5pm. Performance of Oliver Twist will take place on the week of December 2. Suitable for ages 4-16. Places available. Now enrolling. Call Jo Jordan 087 6104224.
BINGO: Bingo continues every Monday evening at 8.30pm at the Glórach.
DIGITAL SKILLS FOR CITIZENS COURSE: If you are interested in learning basic computer skills such as Introduction to the Internet, Emails, using Online Services i.e. Motor Tax, Banking, Use of Apps, Social Media and Online Shopping, then this FREE course could be for you. Digital Skills for Citizens Course will run over 5 Wednesday afternoons, in Newcastle West Community Centre, 2pm to 4pm. Contact Adrienne on 087 277 3294 to register.
OPEN NIGHT AT COLAISTE IDE AGUS IOSEF: The Open night for Sixth Class students will be on Tuesday, October 8. Parents and students are welcome from 6.50 pm and tours of the school will begin at 7.00 pm. The Principal will address parents at 7.45 pm and this will cover all the relevant topics about enrolling in school. You can enrol that evening or further enrolment will take place on Saturday, October 12 from 9.30 - 11.30 am To enrol you will need to provide a copy of the student's birth certificate and proof of their PPSN number.
SCHOOL OF MUSIC AND DRAMA: Sephira School of Music and Drama has opened on Main St. Abbeyfeale. All ages are welcome. Contact Ruth Joyce on 085 2052384 /info@sephira.ie or look them up on Facebook.
CLASSES IN THE OLD TECH MOUNTMAHON: The following courses are starting Mid September: Wood-turning for Beginners, Payroll Manual & Computerised Level 5, Care of the Old Person Level 5 Healthcare Support Module, Painting and Drawing Level 5 Art Class, Mosaics Art Class. If you wish to register for any of the above, log onto www.learningandskills.ie or call Mary in the office: 06831198. Limited Spaces. Mary 06831198.
THE IRISH CANCER SOCIETY - is looking for volunteers to drive patients to and from their chemotherapy treatments in all public hospitals nationwide. Volunteers will need their own car but all expenses are paid. If you have 2 free days a month (Monday – Friday) and an active email address we would love to hear from you. Please call Laura on 01- 2310 594 or email transport@irishcancer.ie or go to www.cancer.ie
CORK AUTISM CONFERENCE 2019 - Autism: No Limits, Just Possibilities, Sunday Sept. 22nd, Clayton Silversprings Hotel, Cork. The conference provides a unique forum for Parents, Families, Caregivers, Autistic Adults, Employers, Educators, Professionals, Agencies, Advocates and anyone with an interest in autism. Visit www.autismcork.ie or call 089 239 8900.
NOVAS a Charity who support the Homeless in Kerry are looking for Volunteers with a few hours to spare for Street Collection in Listowel on Friday the 13th of Sept. Contact Martina on 087 7794764 or e-mail martina.oconnor@novas.ie
PROSE OF TRALEE: This is the third Tralee Humorous Verse Competition, devised and hosted by Sonia Elston. The poets have spoken and made us all laugh. Now, we want you to share the jokes and come to the Final on Friday 19th October, which takes place at Kerins O'Rahilly's on Strand Street in Tralee.
PAPERS: Kerry Evening Post 1813-1917, 20.07.1892, page 2
Ardfert and Aghadoe, Results of Annual Examinations.
10% higher marks required for each class this year, but number of awards exceeds those of 1891 by about 46%. (Below just a sample of local names, see paper for long list)
Lizzie Page, Tarbert; Selena Wallace, Listowel; Ernest V O’Connor, Brosna; John Talbot, Brosna; James Talbot, Brosna; Thomas Garvey, Ventry; Ellen Roche, Brosna; Mary Jane Fallon, Ballybunion; Norah Scannell, Tralee; Alice O’Connor, Brosna; Benjamin Carter, Rattoo; Mary Fallon Kilcolman; Arthur Marshall, Tarbert; Hanora Moloney, Listowel; Jennie Rattray, Ballybunion; Jennie Thomas, Ballyounion; Lizzie Julian, Ballybunion; Sarah Fitzell, Ballyheigue; Elizabeth carter, Rattoo; Trevanlon Fallon, Ballybunion; Mary Anne Parkinson, Kilflynn; Stephen Roche, Brosna; George Barrett, Ballyheigue; Sarah J Skinner, Ballyheigue; Lionel White, Kilflynn; William Whtehead, Tarbert; Kathleen Connell, Tralee;
Kerry Weekly Reporter 1883-1920, 15.06.1895, page 7
Death of Mrs Moloney of the Square Listowel; Chief mourners were; Messrs M Moloney, J M’Elligott, J.P.; J. O’Callaghan, Captain Maloney, Rev W O’Callaghan, P.P.; and all the grandsons of the deceased. Other relatives Mr. J Condon, solr, Newcastlewest; Mr F Doherty, Kilrush; Mr. R Selles, do.
General Public at funeral; Mr J French, R.M.; R Rahilly, J.P. Ballylongford; G L Stack, J.P.; J J M’Elligott, solr; T F Rahilly, E Fraser, manager National bank; Mr Austin, manager Provincial Bank; Mr G R Browne, J.P.; W Henigan, PLC; also most of the local councillors and doctors.
Kerry News 1894-1941, 11.10.1895, page 1
Except; There was a Witchcraft case in Cahir, where there was claim that person was stealing butter. Case dismissed and both bound to the peace.
Listowel Town Commissioners appointed an engine driver there was three applicants- Richard Kennedy, Limerick- £1-2s; John McElligott, Listowel, £1-5s and James Moloney, Listowel for £1. Moloney got the job, he was required to keep in repair the castle inch pump, the piping and fountains, all for the pound a week.
https://northkerry.wordpress.com/2019/08/30/local-to-north-kerry/
Knock site
Sept 1 2019; Today, this is a very special Diocesan pilgrimage to Knock. Thirty years ago to the day, on this pilgrimage, on the first Sunday in September 1989, Mrs Marion Carroll was healed.
Cures at Knock Shrine
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6 September 2019
ARDFERT RETREAT CENTRE, contact 066 7134276. Annual Gathering for Parish Contact People: Mass celebrated by Bishop Ray Browne, Tues., Sept. 17th 7.30pm-9.30pm.
Fr. Sean Sheehy, 10 week Certificate Course: Group Leader training to lead discussions on Faith, Sacraments, Morality and Prayer Catechesis based on the Catechism of the Catholic Church, Wednesdays 7.00pm - 8.30pm beginning Wed. 25th Sept.
CLIMATE CRISIS: FOOD, FLOODS AND FAITH WORKSHOP: Diocesan Justice, Peace and Integrity of
Creation Committee invite you to a workshop with eco leaders Lisa Fingleton and Martha Farrell on Tuesday 17th September @ 8pm in John Paul II Pastoral Centre, Killarney. Admission is free and all are welcome.
UPCOMING CEILI’S IN TOURNAFULLA: Friday, October 4 with the Striolan Ceili Band and Friday, November 8 with Taylor’s Cross. 9.30pm – 12.30am. Refreshments served.
POKER RUN: Shannon Gleeson is holding a poker run on Sunday, September 29 in aid of the Hope Foundation. She is going to Kolkata in March 2020 and in order to go they have to fundraise roughly €3000. The Poker run is starting in Jack O’Rourkes Bar Abbeyfeale, Registration is at 10:30am and there is a prize for the best hand.
THE JOY OF LOVE IN MARRIAGE: A Marriage Enrichment Weekend offers married couples of all ages in a good relationship, private time to rekindle the joy of their love. The next (residential) weekends (Friday 8 pm to Sunday 4.30 pm) will be held at The Lake Hotel Killarney from 15th - 17th November. For information and to book, visit www.marriageencounter.ie or phone 064-6644319 or 086-6095168.
SCHOOL OF MUSIC AND DRAMA: Sephira School of Music and Drama has opened at Main St where Annette’s Boutique used to be. All ages are welcome. Contact Ruth Joyce on 085 2052384 /info@sephira.ie or look them up on Facebook.
AUTISM: Cork Autism Conference 2019 - Autism: No Limits, Just Possibilities, Sun. Sept.22nd, Clayton Silversprings Hotel, Cork. The conference provides a unique forum for Parents, Families, Caregivers, Autistic Adults, Employers, Educators, Professionals, Agencies, Advocates and anyone with an interest in autism. More info here: www.autismcork.ie or call 089 239 8900.
ROSARY: Coastal Rosary for Life, Faith and Love: Join in with thousands of people all around Ireland, as we gather on our coasts, near rivers, in our churches, at grottos etc. to pray the Rosary for Life, Faith and Love on Sunday October 13th at 2.30pm. We will join in with many countries around the world. To register a location please visit http://www.coastalrosaryireland.ie or text/call 087 278 6552.
Kerry People 1902-1928, Saturday, December 12, 1903; Section: Front page, Page: 1
ST. MICHAEL'S COLLEGE LISTOWEL.
December 8th, 1903: " To the Editor of The Kerry People.
Sir,—Kindly publish the following letters and subscription list, which I have been prevented, by pressure of other business, from sending to the Press before now.—Truly-yours, JOHN BREEN.
Estate Office, Listowel, October 26, 1903 Dear Fr. Breen—I enclose with great pleasure Lord Listowel's subscription of fifty pounds (£50) to your building fund. With many congratulations on the progress you have, made.—I am, yours very faithfully, •James D. Crosbie.
The Rev. John Breen,
President St. Michael's College.
Limerick, October 29, 1903. John Macaulay, Esq., Listowel. Dear Sir,—We are pleased to be able to respond to your appeal on behalf of the College at Listowel, -which appears to have been fulfilling a very useful purpose in the neighbourhood. It would clearly be almost a disaster to the cause of local education, were it to be closed through lack of necessary funds. Enclosed is cheque for twenty five guineas.—James Bannatyne and Sons, Ltd. J. E. Goodbody, Director.
St. Clair, Schuylkill County, Penna., U.S.A.
Mr. M. J. Nolan, J.P.
My Dear Sir,—As one of the students who entered St. Michael's College, Listowel, in the spring of '79, a few weeks after it had been opened, I congratulate you and the other laymen, and the clergy of North Kerry, who are taking such an interest in its welfare and preventing its destruction, now seriously threatened. I enclose a money order for five pounds to be devoted to the repairs, so sadly needed, of my Alma Mater, in order that the rising male generation of North Kerry may have at their doors the means of obtaining a sound education. The sum I send is small, but we here, priests and people, have many calls, oftentimes very pressing and needing to be attended to. I expect to spend within a year the sum of one thousand on the Church property. All of which must be collected by me from the congregation or from outsiders. I sincerely hope you yourself and family are enjoying health and happiness, as also all the old friends. I am very well, though busy devising means for my intended improvements.—sincerely yours, John J. O'Connor.
374, Park-street, South Melbourne.
My Dear Michael,—I enclose money order for three guineas for St. Michael's College Repairs Fund. The subscribers are Father Lynch, St. Kilda's, Melbourne; Father Kennedy, Beechworth, and myself—a guinea each. P.J. Nolan.
M. J. Nolan, Esq., J.P.
Trip to Knock Sept 2019
Sample of Concert Duagh
PLOUGHING: In preparation for hosting the Diocesan Stand 399 at the National Ploughing Championships Bishop Denis Nulty is inviting people all around the country to choose their favourite prayer, perhaps a prayer learnt at their mother’s knee or handed down ó ghlúin go glúin in their family. People can send their prayer by email to prayerattheploughing@kandle.ie or post them directly to him at Bishop’s House, Dublin Rd, Carlow. The closing date for entries is September 10.
30 Aug 2019
STORYTELLING CONCERT Sat. Sept. 7th at 8.00 pm: Join storytellers Lizzie McDougall, Randel McGee, Batt Burns, Frances Kennedy, Bryan Murphy and singer/songwriter Mickey McConnell for an evening of stories and music. MC – Gabriel Fitzmaurice Venue: Kerry Writers’ Museum.
RIVERS OF WORDS – MAURICE WALSH on Fri 6th Sept at 5.00 pm: A screening of the acclaimed documentary produced by the North Kerry Literary Trust in association with RTE.
Venue – Kerry Writers’ Museum, Admission – Free
LISTOWEL RAMBLING HOUSE Seanchai on Sunday 8th Sept. 3 to 6 pm:
To close our Festival weekend, join us for an informal afternoon of traditional Irish music, song, dance & storytelling. Light Refreshments served. Venue: Kerry Writers’ Museum.
Full programme at Seanchai Tel. 068 22212.
KERRY CHORAL UNION If you have an interest in Choral Singing and would like to be part of a choir, please come along to Collis Sandes House, Tralee on Wed. Sept. 4th where Kerry Choral Union will be starting a new term.
ANAM CARA KERRY - the organisation that supports bereaved parents, is holding a Bereavement Information evening on 10th Sept. at 7:20pm in The Meadow Lands Hotel, Tralee. This is a free event and open to all bereaved parents. As Anam Cara will need to confirm numbers for teas, coffees, etc, please RSVP to info@anamcara.ie before Mon. 9th Sept. or call 085- 2888888.
HARVEST Festival in Listowel 8th to 14th September.
GLÓRACH: First up on Thursday, September 12 is Limerick singer-songwriter Emma Langford.
PLOUGHING: The 88th National Ploughing Championships will take place in Fenagh in Carlow from September 17-19
CLASSES IN THE OLD TECH MOUNTMAHON: The following courses are starting up the middle of September: Beginners Computers for all ages, cookery, sewing, Childcare QQI Level 5 & 6, Healthcare QQI Level 5, Beginners Woodturning, Woodwork, Furniture Making, Upcycling Furniture, Beginners Art, Payroll Manual & Computerised, Bookkeeping Manual & Computerised, Excel for beginners, Beginners Sign Language. If you wish to register for any of the above, please call Mary in the office: 06831198.
CREATING CONFIDENCE THROUGH THE PERFORMING ARTS:
Theatric Theatre School -drama, dancing, singing and prop making classes begin in Abbeyfeale on Monday, September 16 from 4-5pm. Performance of Oliver Twist will take place on the week of December 2. Suitable for ages 4-16. Places available. Now enrolling. Call Jo Jordan 087 6104224. Also visit us on Facebook.
ST JOHN’S: Exhibition by Clare artist Tomas O’Mouldomhnaigh for month of Sept; Tues. 3rd Chris Jones and the Night Drivers and on Thursday 5th The Miller’s Story, more from 068 22566.
BURREN WEEKEND RETREAT 13th–15th SEPTEMBER: Would you like to come on a guided journey through the Burren? Experience the silence and beauty of this unique landscape through walking mindfully on ancient pathways or limestone pavements. Get to know some of the rare flora and appreciate our rich faith heritage in one of the ancient sacred sites. Contact Noirin 087/9459151 or Mary 087/9701130.
SCHOOL OF MUSIC AND DRAMA: Sephira School of Music and Drama has opened at Main St where Annette’s Boutique used to be in Abbeyfeale. All ages are welcome. Contact Ruth Joyce on 085 2052384 /info@sephira.ie or look them up on Facebook.
ANNUAL GRANDPARENTS PILGRIMAGE: The 2019 pilgrimage will take place on Sunday, September 8 at the Shrine of Our Lady of Knock. The pilgrimage begins with the Sacrament of Anointing of the Sick at 2.30pm. The Pilgrimage Mass follows at 3.00pm with Chief Celebrant Bishop Kevin Doran, Bishop of Elphin. Contact Connie at catholicgrandparents@gmail.com – 085 8704722 .
TARBERT MACRA had a Sign up and Social Night on Saturday, August 31st in The Swanky Bar, Tarbert. Information followed by a Mystery Tour. For more information email: tarbertmacra@gmail.com‘
GLIN CASTLE open day; Glin Development and Tidy Towns are aiming to reduce waste and be as environmentally efficient where possible. The cups were a great success and we will use them again for future events. Unfortunately and as we assume unintentionally, quite a few of these cups were taken away by visitors on the day. We would be delighted if they could be returned. We know this wasn’t done intentionally, and if they could be returned to Paddy Hogan’s Shop Glin, we would be very grateful
VOCATIONS: "Come and See", Vocations Afternoon. Poor Clare Monastery, College Rd., Cork
Saturday 21st September 2 - 4pm. email: vocationspoorclarescork@gmail.com / www.poorclarescork.ie
Do you feel called to be a priest in the Diocese of Kerry? If so, please contact our Diocesan Vocation Director Rev. Fr. Michael Moynihan P.P., Dingle on 066/9151208.
Cork Autism Conference 2019 - Autism: No Limits, Just Possibilities, Sunday September 22nd, Clayton Silversprings Hotel, Cork. The conference provides a unique forum for Parents, Families, Caregivers, Autistic Adults, Employers, Educators, Professionals, Agencies, Advocates and anyone with an interest in autism. More info here: www.autismcork.ie or call 089 239 8900.
LOLY LAND: Pilgrimage to the Holy Land: Fr. Pat Crean-Lynch (Spa Parish) has organised with Marian Pilgrimage’s a pilgrimage to the Holy Land, which will take place from 24th September 2019 until 2nd October 2019.
Evening Herald 1891-current, Thursday, April 25, 1957; Page: 2
SUDDEN DEATH OF Chief Supt. HUGH DUFFY
The death took place suddenly at Jervis St. Hospital last night of Chief Supt. Hugh Duffy, late of the Garda Headquarters, Depot Phoenix Park, Dublin, and Rathdown Road.
Born in Killorglin, Co. Kerry, 63 years ago, Chief Supt. Duffy was son of Sergt. John Duffy of R.I.C.. He served in the Royal Artillery in France in the First World War and was awarded the military Medal for gallentry in the field. After the war he took a B.A. in Trinity College and taught for a year in the Carnegie School, Killorglin.
He joined the Gardai in 1922 as a Supt. and was engaged to a teaching capacity for some time. He was Adjutant in the Depot from 1925 to 1936 and from then until he retired last June was in charge of officers records in B Branch. He was in charge of the parade before the Pope during the Garda pilgrimage to Rome in 1928 and played a big part in police organisation during the Eucharistic Congress of 1932. He is survived by his wife Mrs. Elizabeth Duffy; two sons John and Hugh, and three daughters, Nuala. Joan and Maura.
Connacht Tribune 1909-current, 11.05.1957, page 19
More on Chief Supt Hugh Duffy, his father of Lurgan, Caltra, Ballinasloe. He retired last year.
He was a prominent footballer and played with Kerry teams.
Kerry Reporter 1924-1935, Saturday, September 30, 1933; Page: 11
(Snippet of article)
and it was to him that the direction of defence of the assailed Catholics during the Belfast programs was entrusted. He was recalled to Dublin in, 1922 and appointed Chief of Staff-in succession to Gen. Mulcahy, who had become Minister for Defence.
''When, in spite of the earnest efforts he made to compose the differences of the Treaty and the anti-Treaty groups, civil war broke out in 1922, he was appointed G.O.C. of the South-western Command, and he succeeded in a very short time in quelling any serious armed opposition to the Provisional Government forces in that area. Through his work and influence as Commissioner of the Civic Guard, a position which he held until February 1933, we can boast of an efficient, respected and popular police force whose integrity and discipline withstands even the very severe tests which it has had to undergo recently.
"He has done more than any man in Ireland for the promotion of athletics at home and abroad, and the fact that the vigour and splendour of Ireland's manhood took pride of place in the world contest at the Olympic Games in 1928 and 1932 is to a great extent due to the encouragement and inspiration given by Gen. O'Duffy as President for many years of the N.A.C.A. On numerous other occasions when the finest traditions of our people were gloriously upheld in the eyes of the world, at the Garda Pilgrimage to Rome in 1928, at the Catholic Emancipation ceremony in 1929, and at the Eucharistic Congress in 1932, Gen. O'Duffy played a leading part, and the people of Limerick acclaim him to-day, not only with pride and affection but with the utmost confidence that under his leadership the best elements of our race, those who hold resolutely to the belief that true patriotism expresses itself in a constructive endeavour to uplift our land rather than in efforts to accomplish its destruction, will rally to his flag and march with him to the great national victory which is to be the crowning achievement of his great career in the service of the nation "
23 Aug 2019
SET DANCE CLASSES for beginners will commence on Monday, September 2 in the Marian Hall, Moyvane at 8pm. Individual attention will be given where required.
ROADWORKS will commence on the Moyvane road from the N69 to Sheehan’s Cross on Monday 26th August. This will be done under a Road closure and diversion routes will be in place. Works will continue on the R551 next week under a traffic light system. For info, contact Vince Sugrue on 087/9980226
THE ARD CHURAM COMMUNITY CHOIR: will resume practice this coming Monday August 26th, at the Hospital Chapel, Listowel, from 1.30pm to 2.30pm. New members welcome. Contact Mairead 086/8696341.
DRAMA Group in Athea, AGM will take place on Monday night, September 2nd at 8.30pm at the Hall. New members especially welcome.
SHOWBANDS: “Bringing Back the Showbands with a Touch Country” presented by Shaun O’Dowd. A line up consisting of Ronan Collins, Sandy Kelly, Declan Nerny, Gina, The Conquerors. Duagh on Thursday 5th September. Doors open 7.00pm and Concert starts at 8.00pm.
LISTOWEL RACES ACCOMMODATION Appeal for anyone in greater Listowel and including Ballybunion and anywhere between the surrounding areas may have a room or a well presented house for let for Race Week. Contact Margaret at the Race Week Office on 0874355363.
CLASSES: The following courses are starting up the middle of September: Beginners Computers for all ages, cookery, sewing, Childcare QQI Level 5 & 6, Healthcare QQI Level 5, Beginners Woodturning, Woodwork, Furniture Making, Upcycling Furniture, Beginners Art, Payroll Manual & Computerised, Bookkeeping Manual & Computerised, Excel for beginners, Beginners Sign Language. If you wish to register for any of the above, please call Mary in the office of the old Tech: 06831198
SEASON OF CREATION: Sunday 1st September sees the beginning of the Season of Creation. This is a time in the calendar of Christian Churches around the world when people unite to pray and take action to protect our common home.
BALLYHEIGUE PATTERN DAY MASS: will be celebrated by Bishop Ray Browne at 11.00am on Sunday 8th September in our Lady's Well and Grotto. All the Homilies which Bishop William Murphy delivered at Our Lady's Well during his 18 years as Bishop of Kerry (published by Ballyheigue Heritage Group) will be launched after the Pattern Day Mass by Bishop Ray Browne
KERRY DIOCESAN PILGRIMAGE TO LOURDES 2019: Diocesan pilgrimage to Lourdes is from Thursday next 29th August to Tuesday 3rd September.
ST JOHN’S: Fri 23rd
RED HURLEY IN CONCERT
Once the king of Ireland’s pop music scene in the 1970s and early 80s Red is without a doubt one of the best male voices of all time.
Sat 24th - Sun 25th
CINDERELLA THE MUSICAL
Presented by St John’s Youth Theatre with musical direction by Leanne Fitzgerald.
Thur 29th
CROWMAN
A play by Katie Holly featuring Jon Kenny with his amazing ability for character acting and hilarious humour. Dan, a comely bachelor is a crow-hating man who tries to shoo the blighted birds away. He measures out his life by the amount of funerals he has to attend every week. These are social occasions with the added bonus of refreshments. More from 068 22566.
CREATING CONFIDENCE THROUGH THE PERFORMING ARTS
Theatric Theatre School -drama, dancing, singing and prop making classes begin in Abbeyfeale on Monday 16th September next 4-5pm. Performance of Oliver Twist will take place on the week of 2nd December, 2019. Suitable for ages 4-16. Places available. Now enrolling. Call Jo Jordan 087 6104224.
GLÓRACH: We are looking forward to a busy September schedule. First up on Thursday, September 12th is Limerick singer-songwriter Emma Langford. Events start at 8 pm, keep up to date with events on our facebook page and for bookings or enquiries please contact 0871383940
PPN REOPENS: The Limerick Public Participation Network (PPN) Secretariat is delighted to announce that the PPN’s membership registration/re registration process has re-opened, and they are inviting community and voluntary groups and across Limerick City and County to register or reregister to be part of a local structure that helps citizens take an active formal role in relevant policy development and representing the PPN on various committees of the Local Authority.
NATIONAL CULTURE NIGHT AT THE GLÓRACH; Glórach will host an event on National Culture Night on Friday, September 20, which we’re calling a SCORAIOCHT and describing it as an occasion for local people to meet up and make merry through Song, Dance, Music & Storytelling/Drama, with a little bit of gossiping thrown in! Our show will run for 90 minutes in total, reserve your seat by calling the Glórach booking line on 0871383940.
BOOK: Fr. Sean Sheehy, Listowel has written a book on Faith, Prayer & Worship. They are on sale in Listowel Parish Office.
BURREN Weekend Retreat 13 – 15 Sept Would you like to come on a guided journey through the Burren? Experience the silence and beauty of this unique landscape through walking mindfully on ancient pathways or limestone pavements. Get to know some of the rare flora and appreciate our rich faith heritage in one of the ancient sacred sites. Further information Noirin 087 945 9151 or Mary 087 970 1130
YOUNG Adults Conference is being held in Dublin from 31st Aug –1st Sept. titled "Seek Beauty; Find Truth". It is a weekend of speakers, workshops and craic aimed at the 18-40 age group. The Legion of Mary in Kerry would like to sponsor 2 young adults to attend. Contact Patricia 0879048659.
GRANDPARENTS Association Annual National Grandparents Pilgrimage Sept. 8th, Knock Shrine at 2.30pm. Everybody welcome to honour & thank Grandparents alive & dead for all they have done for us down through the ages. Chief Celebrant Bishop Kevin Doran, Bishop of Elphin - Combined Choirs of Knock Parish – Dana sings 'Our Lady of Knock'
POWER STATION open; The Ardnacrusha Power Station tours are free to the public. It was part of the Shannon hydro- electric scheme and Ardnacrusha took four years to build from 1925 to 1929. It cost more than five million to construct and 5,000 workers were involved. The guided tours can accommodate groups of up to 30 people and takes 90 minutes.
MULCHINOCK MUSEUM containing historical records and documents on one of Tralee’s most famous families—all part of the family gathering of the Mulchinocks and Pembrokes. Free to the public, open last weekend at old Balloonagh Church, Tralee.
Kerryman North Edition, Thursday, July 28, 2005; Section: NEWS
Graveyards returned to former glory
BY DÓNAL NOLAN- Picture
Ahavoher Cemetery committee members who are responsible for the recent upgrading of paths and the general appearance of the Knockanure resting place. From left: Secretary Margaret Carmody with Fr. John Lucid, Dermot Clancy, Maurice O’Connell and Jerry Enright.
Photo by John Reidy
ROUGHLY four years ago a committee was set up in the parish of Knockanure/ Moyvane to address a major problem there: the dilapidation and ruin of that large parish’s three graveyards. For too long they had been left neglected and, despite the best efforts of many individual families, continued to decline.
“There were no footpaths, the grass reached six foot high in places and they were in an awful condition,” Margaret Carmody explained.
Secretary of the graveyard committee, Ms Carmody is now delighted to be welcoming parishioners to the imminent summer Masses in all three burial grounds.
And the transformation is extraordinary — in four years all have been turned around into proud jewels of the community and finally afforded the appropriate respect.
All will be revealed to those who have yet to clasp eyes on the cosmetic improvements at the forthcoming Masses.
Mass in Ahavoher, the largest of the three cemeteries, will be celebrated on Monday, August 1 at 8pm. The summer Mass in Old Knockanure cemetery will be held on Tuesday, August 2, at 8pm and, at the same time on the following day, Mass-goers will be gathered at Murhur cemetery in Moyvane.
All that remains now of the project is the final phase — the €30,000-tarmacadaming job to surface all the footpaths and other parts of the three grounds.
“We wish to express our thanks to Kerry County Council for supplying materials and for financing much of the work to date,” Ms Carmody said. The committee are also asking all parishioners, at home and abroad, to increase their contributions to the plight of the graveyards at the moment.
It is the unstinting work of all the committee members, that is, after all, ensuring a suitable resting place for the dead of the parish.
And the latest appearance of the graves is no greater an indication of what can be expected from them with additional funding. You need only sit in Old Knockanure to reap the benefits. “There’s nowhere finer. If the sun is shining the place is amazingly tranquil,” Ms Carmody said.
It was a mantra shared by the illiterate poet Pa Drury of old. He recited a famous ode to the very same burial ground in which he extolled its amazing beauty and elevation. No doubt he would be more than impressed with its return to former glory — especially now that his grave takes pride of place within its walls.
KNOCK began on the 21 August 1879 when Our Lady, Saint Joseph and Saint John the Evangelist appeared at the south gable of Knock Parish Church. This miraculous, silent, apparition was witnessed by fifteen people, young and old. Knock is an internationally recognised Marian Shrine and was visited by Saint Pope John Paul II as part of his 1979 apostolic pilgrimage to Ireland. During his visit, which coincided with the Shrine’s centenary year, the late pope celebrated Mass at the Shrine and addressed the sick, their helpers and pilgrimage directors. On 26 August 2018, the Holy Father Pope Francis prayed the Angelus at the Marian Shrine on the second day of his visit to Ireland for the World Meeting of Families. Archbishop Michael Neary, Archbishop of Tuam, is the custodian of the shrine and Father Richard Gibbons is parish priest of Knock and rector of the shrine. For further information see: http://www.knockshrine.ie.
17 August 2019;
ANNUAL GRANDPARENTS PILGRIMAGE: Knock, Sunday September 8 at 2.30pm.
PLOUGHING: The 88th National Ploughing Championships will take place in Fenagh in Carlow from September 17-19.
BÉAL NA MBLÁTH: Michael Collins will be remembered at the Annual Béal na Bláth Commemoration, on Sunday, August 25 at 3pm. Guest speaker is Jim Power, Economist.
RUNNING WITH THE FATHER’S HEART: It’s week 27 of the all-denominations prayer-walking project covering the 32 counties in 32 weekends and it was in Abbeyfeale on Friday and Saturday last, August 16/17. Talk about vision from Katey Moreland in St. Ita’s Hall, Abbeyfeale, on Friday, August 16 at 8 p.m. Singer-songwriter, Carolyn Hyde from Galilee, Israel, also sing and share insights. On Saturday, August 17 the team carrying a torch for the county, praying blessings on Limerick as they take on a relay-marathon along the Great Southern Trail Greenway, Abbeyfeale to Rathkeale (9.30-5p.m.). For more details see www.thewordofthelord.biz or call Katey Moreland on 087 123 8774.
Murhur, May the 6th, 1838.
CONFERENCE: Young Adults Conference is being held in Dublin from 31st August to 1st Sept titled "Seek Beauty; Find Truth". It is a weekend of speakers, workshops and craic aimed at the 18-40 age group. The Legion of Mary in Kerry would like to sponsor 2 young adults to attend. Contact Patricia 087 9048659.
TRADITIONAL LATIN MASS will be offered at Church of the Immaculate Conception, Rathass, Tralee at 12.30pm on Sunday 25 Aug. More info from LatinMassTralee@gmail.com
TO THE PROPRIETOR OF THE TRALEE MERCURY.
SIR—As your patriotic and independent journal is the only medium through which every liberal act is promulgated, may I beg the insertion of the following lines it your columns. " In the village of Newtownsandes, there are upwards of one hundred poor families who, for a series of years past had not a rood of ground to support themselves, but depending on the adjacent farmers, who generally charge them from £5 to £6 per acre, for the most barren and impoverished part of their farms, and that only for one or two crops.
To rescue these poor creatures from their debased and impoverished state, a scion of Sallyglin House, Stephen Creagh Sandes, Esq., has given them a farm of thirty acres, immediately adjoining the village, in lots of from half to two acres each, at the moderate rent of £1 -10s. per acre. This farm was hitherto held by one of the most respectable and independent tenants in this part of the country, who offered the same rent and a deposit of £300, which offer, to his immortal honour, Mr. Sandes declined to accept. We cannot too highly appreciate the benevolent disposition of this young gentleman; but when we reflect on the noble character of his family in general, but especially that of the amiable and venerable Bishop of Killalloe, we cannot express surprise at any good act emanating from his nephew. If every landed proprietor in Ireland acted similarly, there would be little necessity for poor laws; or for half our present constabulary force: peace, happiness, and contentment would be substituted for the anarchy, confusion and misery that now prevail. " To behold the joy that beamed in the aspect of these poor creatures , expressing their gratitude and imploring the DEITY to shower down his blessings on this ? and benevolent gentleman, would soften the marble hearted gentry who are indifferent to the sufferings and privation of the poor.
MORGAN O'CONNELL."
Kerry Examiner 1840-1856, Friday, October 07, 1842; Page: 2
DIED. At Murhur, in the 24th year of his age, Morgan, fifth son of Mr. Morgan O'Connell, and brother of the respected Curate of KnockacoppuL The subject of this sad obituary—one indeed whose loss will be long and painfully felt by his afflicted family, was seized while prosecuting his studies in the Irish College, Paris, by the fatal disease, which on the 5th instant terminated his mortal existence. Of a high order of talent, with a sanguine temperament and zeal equalled only by his earnestness in the pursuit of his professional acquirements, he gave promise of highly useful and distinguished career, had it pleased an All-wise Providence to spare his life for the exalted ministry to which he aspired. His amiable disposition, his mild and courteous manners, gained for him the esteem and affection of all who had the pleasure of knowing him—Requiescat in Pace.
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LIFE: We have a saying around here: “Life’s too short to go through life being afraid of life.” It’s not an artful phrase, but the meaning is sound: you’ve got nothing to lose in putting yourself out there, for life has a definite expiration date, and fortunately, so does the memory of your mess-ups!
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10 August 2019
TRIP: Great Southern Trail August 31st visit to Ardmore, Dungarvan and Youghal, On Saturday 31 August a coach will depart from the Market Yard, Newcastle West at 8a.m. to visit the South Coast.
Our first stop will be for breakfast in the Round Tower Hotel, Ardmore, Co. Waterford, more from Tel: 06962344 from 5-6pm.
A YOUNG ADULTS CONFERENCE - is being held in Dublin from 31st Aug. to 1st Sept. titled "Seek Beauty; Find Truth". It is a weekend of speakers, workshops and craic aimed at the 18-40 age group. The Legion of Mary in Kerry would like to sponsor 2 young adults to attend. Contact Patricia on 087-9048659.
NEW BOOK - Fr. Sean Sheehy, Listowel has written a book on Faith, Prayer & Worship. Suggested donation is €10 which will go to Ard Chúram Day Care Centre, for the new purpose - built Dementia Day Care Unit that’s been built in Listowel for North Kerry. They are on sale in the Listowel Parish Office.
LISTOWEL NOVENA PILGRIMAGE TO KNOCK Wednesday 21st August. Fare €25 per seat with Fitzpatrick’s of Listowel. Coach will leave: The Square, Listowel at 7am., The Church Bus Stop Abbeyfeale at 7.20am. & Longcourt House Bus Stop, Newcastlewest at 7.35am. For further enquires call 087-3966399.
BETTER BALANCE, BETTER BONES A physical activity programme to improve your strength and balance. Thursday 22nd August 1pm. Listowel Community Centre. Pre-booking essential and limited place available call Sinead on 0852537742.
CATHOLIC GRANDPARENTS ASSOCIATION Annual National Grandparents Pilgrimage September 8th 2019, Knock Shrine 2.30pm.
WORDS – “There is so much good in the worst of us and so much bad in the best of us, that it ill beholds any of us to find fault with the rest of us.” – Anon.
GARABABDAL movie, only God knows ” was shown in Tralee omniplex, recently. This movie follows the story of 4 young girls who claim to have had apparitions of Our Lady ,St. Michael the archangel and the baby Jesus. These apparitions occurred during the 1960’s. The messages that were given to the children are still being investigated by the Vatican. There were also messages of a warning and a great miracle to the world .This movie has been seen by thousands of people. Garabandal was also supported by St.Padre Pio and St.Teresa of Calcutta.
PLOUGHING: The 88th National Ploughing Championships will take place in Fenagh in Carlow from September 17-19.
DESMOND Castle Newcastlewest, It is open 7 days a week from 10am to 5pm. Admission and guided tours are completely free of charge. Call 069 - 77408 to find out more.
MEDJUGORJE CONFERENCE AND DAY OF PRAYER with Sr. Briege McKenna Saturday, August 31 in Neptune Stadium, Cork. Tickets €20.00 available on Eventbrite.ie . All tickets purchased included in entry for free pilgrimage to Medjugorje from Cork or Dublin. Booking fees apply. Contact Sean O'Shaughnessy 0862959380.
CONSIDERING A CAREER IN THE DEFENCE FORCES: Sarsfield Barrack in Limerick will host a tour and information morning on Monday, August 12 for those interested in a career with the Defence Forces. Prebooking essential so contact Finn on 087 7591951.
LOUGH DERG 2019: Last day to begin the Three Day Pilgrimage is Tuesday 13th August. One Day Retreats resume on Saturday 17th August and continue on specific days until Sunday 29th September. For bookings or further information telephone Maureen or Lorraine on 071 9851518 (from NI 00353 71 9861518). Email: info@loughderg.org
DIPLOMA IN DRUG AND ALCOHOL STUDIES: Closing date for applications for the course running in UL is Friday August 16. Contact Dr. Sancha Power on 061 234297 or email sancha.power@ul.ie
HSE WEIGHT MANAGEMENT PROGRAMME -The FREE PHEW (Programme for Healthy Eating and Weight Management) programme is run by HSE Community Dieticians to help those who are overweight or obese, to lose weight successfully. This group-based course is run over 6 weekly sessions, each session runs for 1½ hours. There are follow-up sessions every 3 months after the initial 6 week programme. The next programme will be in Tralee in September 2019. If you would like to attend, please contact your GP for referral to the programme.
MANAGE YOUR DIABETES -A FREE self-management 4 week course for diabetes, facilitated by a Registered Dietician, will be on offer in Tralee in September. The course helps you understand diabetes and what you need to do to manage your diabetes. Each session is 2½ hours long. Topics such as understanding diabetes, weight management, controlling your blood glucose and limiting possible complications of diabetes are covered in this course. To apply for the course you can apply online at www.hse.ie/xpert or contact Monica O Sullivan at 064 6670763.Places are limited.
CREATION: The Season of Creation is celebrated throughout the Christian world from the 1st of September to the 4th of October, the Feast of St. Francis of Assisi.
MEDALS: Gymnast Agnes Keleti survived the Holocaust to win 10 Olympic medals. At 98, she’s as feisty as ever.
NEW BOOK - BORN for HARDSHIP, a memoir of John Roche of Castleisland. Just over a year and a half ago, Johnnie Roche, published a comprehensive account of the National Farmers' Association march on Dublin in 1966.
Now he's back with a memoir of his life and 66 years of involvement in voluntary bodies in his native Castleisland.
EMIGRATION: Griffin
Pat & Ellen Griffin O Leary Ballyheigue 668, Tom J Griffin Limerick 605, Catherine Griffin Ballybunion 605, Ellen Griffin Donovan Kerry 118, Margaret T Griffin Kerry 175, Mary Griffin Mc Kenna Kerry 286,
Grady
Mary Stokes O Grady Rathkeale 319, Dan Grady Kerry 604, James A & Mary Donnelly Grady Kerry 604, Mary A O Grady Hynes Kerry 522, Catherine O Grady Kerry 545, Tim J & Hannah O Grady Anglin Kerry 017, Denis J & Linda Attianese O Grady Limerick,
Died at Grosse Isle without relatives 1847
E Connell & sisters on Urania, Richard Griffin and brothers on Clarendon
Asylum for widows and children Toronto 1847/48
Matt Tierney a 14y sent to Dr Barton, Ellen Nash a 25y sent to W H Edward,
Hugh Tierney a 10y sent to James Johnson Wagon Maker,
John Gallivan a 16y sent to Richard Butler a Smith, Peggy Purcell a 7y sent to John Desmond, Kitty Casey a 12y to John Connor a Farmer, Mary Casey a 10y to Peter Ouster, Peter Kearns a9y to Michael O Connor a farmer,
Michael Kearns a 7y to Michael Noland a farmer, Pat Grant 13y to Chas Doherty a farmer of Toronto Town’p, Martin Grant a 6y to Joe Auger a Farmer, Anne Noon a10y to Tom Cunningham a farmer, John Noon a 10y to Do, Bernard Flaherty a 10y to John Callaghan,
14 million Catholics in USA 1910.
They had 5,000 Schools, with 1.4 million students, 400 Hospitals with .5 million patents per Year, 300 Orphanages with 50,000 children.
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Tribute to Michael Liston General Manager Newtownsandes Co -op Co Kerry
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Here, we list the best FREE Irish ancestry websites for the most relevant archives along with the latest free tools and indexes
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Speech of An Taoiseach, Leo Varadkar T.D.
Plenary meeting with representatives from Churches, Faith Communities and Non-Confessional Organisations,
St Patrick’s Hall, Dublin Castle, Thursday 4 July 2019
Revival Listowel 2019
https://youtu.be/QI2Q7ybUlEI
2nd Aug 2019
COACHES TO KNOCK SHRINE: Visit of Briege McKenna, Monday August 5th. Depart Tralee (Bus Station) at 7.30am. Contact O’Shea’s of Kerry on 066 7180123 or Donal Kelliher on 087 6361023
REVIVAL FESTIVAL – TRAFFIC MANAGEMENT – THE SQUARE Wednesday 7th August 6pm. restricted parking at Square side of St. John’s remainder of Square, business as usual. Thursday 8th Square open to normal business (except area beside St. John’s). At 6pm. Thursday 8th to 9am, Sunday 11th – The entire Square will be closed off to all traffic to facilitate the concerts on Friday & Saturday nights. Traffic management will be in operation throughout the closure period in the event of emergency use. Please direct any queries to Terry on 087-6457664, Martin on 087-1946937. Revival committee wishes to thank you for your cooperation.
LISTOWEL LIBRARY will host a one day 'Creative Writing Workshop' in Listowel Library on Tuesday August 6th. There will be a group workshop from 11 AM - 1 PM and in the afternoon a 1-1 mentoring session from 2-5 session. Booking is essential. Tel 068-23044 to reserve your place. Free Adult event, suitable for emerging writers.
LISTOWEL LIBRARY STORY TIME FOR CHILDREN August: Saturday 10th and 24th at 11 am. 1-6 years all welcome, free event Please bring a grown up and listening ears.
PUCK FAIR runs from 10th to 12th August and Dingle races begin 9th August.
ST JOHN’S: Sat 3rd - 31st- WILD ATLANTIC DISPLAY- A selection of recent work by local artist Emma O’Connor Bray. Opening 7p.m. Sat 3rd August. All welcome.
Wed 7th -JAZZ INVADERS BIG BAND- From North Germany, a 20 piece group of traditional musicians who play everything from easy swing to modern jazz and of course classics from Duke Ellington and Count Basie, Dizzy Gillespie, Miles Davis and Norah Jones.
Wed 14th - CLASSICAL FAVOURITES- The German classical pianist Tilman Reimers will perform works by; Beethoven, Greig, Chopin, Liszt, Debussy, Brahms and Mendelssohn. More from 068 22566.
YOUTH 2000 Summer Festival Youth 2000 is a Catholic organisation for young people aged 16 - 35 years old. It's main event is the summer festival, which is taking place in Clongowes Wood College Co.Kildare, from the 15th - 18th August 2019. It's a great opportunity to learn more about the Catholic faith through workshops, talks, music and prayer. For more information and to see free bus routes to event visit, www.youth2000.ie or call (01) 675 3690
BORIS JOHNSON had Gorman relations in Limerick, who knows he may have local relations also.
BIRTHDAY: At the party at Nightingale House, London on 23 July 2019, Ben Raymond, a retired hair dresser, celebrated his 108th birthday. Raymond moved into the Jewish care home where now lives. Ben and his wife Millie moved into the home in 2012, when both were over 100. She and their only son died that year. Ben and Millie Raymond met through their love of dancing, and got married in 1937. He is said to be the third oldest man in the United Kingdom.
GLIN Development Association is also hosting an Open Day at Glin Castle on Sunday, August 25 with tours of the garden and castle.
PILGRIMAGE TO MEDJUGORJE: Group Leader Maura O’Keeffe Harksen accompanied by Fr. Francis Nolan. September 10th2019. 7 nights in guesthouse close to St. James’ Church. Flights ex Cork airport. For information contact 066 7127143 or 087 1517696.
LEAVING the EU; All the talk is about England leaving the Eu and who remembers the undocumented Irish in various countries and nearer home, the scandal of dumping school books, there was a time when school books were well used.
FILM and TV star Dominic West will be the narrator and take on the role of the 24th Knight of Glin, John Francis Fitzgerald, ( Ridire na mBan) in telling the murder of, Ellen Hanly. The play, to be staged in a marquee at Glin Castle on September 9.
COLBERT
William Colbert, First of 13 children : 52 Ancestors in 52 Weeks, #6
Feb 12, 2019
My great-grandfather, William Cornelius (aka Willie) Colbert, was the eldest of 13 children. He was baptized on 31 January 1877, in Moanlena, Mahoonagh Parish, Co. Limerick, Ireland, to Michael Colbert and Hanora Josephine McDermott.[1]
William had 7 sisters, and 5 brothers, one of whom was Con Colbert, who was executed on 8 May 1916, after the Easter Uprising.[2]
Sometime in 1890 or early 1891, the family moved from Moanlena to Athea, as William’s youngest two siblings, Dan and Bridget, were baptized at Templetathea West, Athea parish, Co. Limerick. Williams’ mother Hanora died in childbirth with the last child born, Bridget, on 17 Sep 1892.
As a young adult, Willie became attracted to a young dairy maid named Eileen Houlihan, daughter of Charles Houlihan and Anna Carmody, also of Athea, Co. Limerick. The story goes that William’s father Michael wanted no part of William being involved with Eileen, so Michael paid the passage for Eileen to go to San Francisco[3], where her older sister Margaret had immigrated to in 1897.[4]
As one might suspect, that got Michael nowhere, as Willie soon headed to San Francisco himself. I found a passenger record for a William Colbert from Athea, who traveled to New York from Queenstown on the SS Etruria in July 1899, at the age of 22[5]. That fits with what I know of my great-grandfather. It also fits with the stated immigration date given on the 1910 Federal Census.
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Sir Roger Casement
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John Cronin, founder of “John’s Crazy Socks,” has won the Ernst and Young Entrepreneur of the Year Award for the New York region. Cronin is the first person with Down syndrome to ever win the award, considered one of the most prestigious business awards in the New York area. Cronin, along with his father Mark, won in the “Mission Driven” category, beating out 10 other companies.
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Galway Races Music
Dr. Patrick Moore takes issue with NGOs over climate, genetically modified organisms and the "truth" about carbon.
https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=TjlmFr4FMvI
27 July 2019
EVENTS: Dromcollogher Harvest Fair and Vintage rally on August 4th. Nationwide is coming to Athea village in August. Open Day at Archaeological Site at Curraghatoosane, Ballybunion Road, on 30th July. Galway Races Summer Festival returns for its 150th year, from Monday 29th July to Sunday 4th August 2019.
DAN PADDY ANDY FESTIVAL: on Bank Holiday Friday night, August 2 when these two mighty entertainers, Bryan Murphy and Pat McCarthy, take to the stage in the Dan Paddy Andy Festival Marquee in Lyreacrompane.
FINUGE, Sean McCarthy Weekend, Thursday 1st August to Monday 5th. Ann Marie O’Riordan in Concert on Friday night 2nd at 8.30pm. Children’s Art on Saturday, time 11.30am. There is a Ballad & Story Telling and lots more.
THE SAOIRSE STROLLERS WALKING GROUP: will meet at the Castle Green in Ballybunion on Monday. July 29th at 7pm, where a guided tour of Ballybunion Castle will be provided. Info Mary-Ellen on 068/23584.
FIRST FRIDAY REFLECTIONS WITH FR. SHOJI: On the First Friday of each month, Fr Shoji will lead an hour of Praise and Worship in the Blessed Sacrament Chapel beginning at 9.00am. He will lead parishioners in reflecting on the Word of God and will conclude with the Rosary.
KILMOYLEY OUTING – Thursday 1 August to Cobh and Spike Island returning to Ballyroe Hotel for meal, music and dancing, optional extra for boat/guided tour of Spike Island. All welcome.
KNOCK NOVENA: This year celebrating its 140th Anniversary from August 14th to 22nd. Some of the Novena speakers are as follows: Recently appointed Bishop of Raphoe, Most Rev. Alan McGuckian speaking on the theme of ‘What Knock means to me’. John Bruton, former Fine Gael politician will speak on ‘Faith, Future and Europe’. Rev. Trevor Sargent will speak on ‘Faith in Action’; Rev. Sargent is a Church of Ireland Minister who served as Leader of the Green Party from 2001 to 2007. Caroline Coleman of RTÉ will speak on ‘Motherhood, Media & Me’. For a full list of Novena speakers and Seminars log onto www.knockshrine.ie
GLÓRACH on Friday, August 16 is the legendary Corkonian John Spillane.
HARNETT MAGAZINE: Some Harnett Reunion magazines are still available at Ann Lyons Shop, Abbeyfeale, also the final items of Harnett merchandise are available at Heavenly Gifts.
KERRY WRITERS MUSEUM are hosting Guided Walks for the town for just €5.00 every Saturday for the month of July & August at 11am. Departs from Writers Museum 068-22212.
TRIP: Great Southern Trail August 31 visit to Ardmore, Dungarvan and Youghal, On Saturday, August 31 a coach will depart from the Market Yard, Newcastle West at 8a.m. to visit the South Coast.
More from Pat Condon, Upper Maiden Street, Newcastle West, Co. Limerick.(Tel: 06962344 from 5-6pm).
WEST LIMERICK SINGING CLUB: The club meet on the first Friday of each month in Philip Enrights The Ramble Inn, Church Street from 9pm.
BOOK: A second collection of short stories entitled 'From Head to Tale 'has been published by Newcastle West man, Pat Mc Loughlin. The book is available at Anne Lyons's shop and the proceeds will go to Friends of St Ita's.
GLIN: The annual Glin Castle Open Day will take place on August 25th.
HISTORY TOUR – The Historical Society tour to the Rock of Cashel will take place on Sunday 4th August. The bus will leave the National School Car Park Tarbert at 8am. The cost which includes bus and entrance fees to heritage sites will be €35 for Members and €40 for Non Members to be paid at the Bridewell on or before Wednesday 31st July.
SCHOLARSHIP: The Danaher Trust is making number of scholarships available to students of the parishes in this area for studies at third level. The students must be of limited means. The Danaher McGrath Trust is seeking applications for a scholarship. In order to apply for the scholarship students must meet certain criteria. For information email www.woulfemurphy.com closing date for applications is August 31.
LACCA GROTTO: Rosary will be said at this Grotto on Friday Aug 2nd August at 8.00 pm.to mark the recent refurbishment of the Grotto.
MEDJUGORJE: Group Leader Maura O’Keeffe Harksen accompanied by Fr. Francis Nolan. September 10th2019. 7 nights in guesthouse close to St. James’ Church. Flights ex Cork airport. For information contact 066 7127143 or 087 1517696.
BALLINCLOGHER SCHOOL RE-UNION HELD ON SUN. AUGUST 4th. Plans are going well and we are ready to roll back the years. Tickets available in local shops.The committee have worked long and hard and no doubt it will be a marvellous occasion.
WORDS TO THE WISE – “The way to love anything is to realise that it may be lost.” – G.K. Chesterton.
TALK: The Harry Clarke Windows, St. Senan’s Church; Donncha MacGabhann, an expert on the work of Harry Clarke, will present a lecture on the examples of Clarke’s windows in St. Senan’s Catholic Church, Toler Street, Kilrush. This is a free event and all are welcome to attend on Tuesday 30th July at 8pm. Henry Patrick "Harry" Clarke (17 March 1889 – 6 January 1931) was an Irish stained-glass artist and book illustrator. Born in Dublin, he was a leading figure in the Irish Arts and Crafts Movement.
HISTORY: I saw your reference to Newtownsandes the a rootsweb Kennelly page. You seem to have access to some facts and I was praying you might have what I have been searching for. I am trying to find info on a "Murtagh (Mortimer?) Kennelly, born in Newtownsandes in the late 1700's. He Married Catherine Flahaven and had 4 children who emigrated to Canada. There might be other children also who stayed in Ireland or went somewhere else (U.S., Australia, New Zealand?), I have no idea. The 4 who travelled to the Ottawa area in Canada are Martin b.1807, Bridget b. 1793, Ellen b. ?, and Catherine b. ?. There are at least 4 other Kennelly clans throughout Ontario, Canada, but we can't make any connection as far as relationship, even though they all seem to have come from the same area (Kerry, Limerick) of Ireland. Seems to be an old tale of some disagreement early after arrival in Canada and kinship was never claimed after that. Doesn't seem to be anything some Irish lads would do ... oh no! I was hoping to get at least a small link to my g-g-g- gran. I have much of the line complete since arrival in Canada, and am hoping to go back a little more. Thanks in advance, Shaun Kennelly
Newtownsandes Families
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ELECTRIC: A 1908 Scientific American article covered a yacht “Cascapedia” that was built to carry an auxiliary power unit known as the Kilowatt, which enabled the yacht to operate for 100 hours, recharging it about a dozen times. And it would “make it independent of shore charging stations.”
The concept of hybrid oil-electric engines, similar to those SeaDream will rely on, also took hold at that time. Another Scientific American article introduced the first yacht to be equipped with a hybrid engine: “The yacht ‘Elfay,’ which went into commission in January, 1920, will probably occupy an important niche in the history of Marine engineering, for she is the first to be equipped with it.” The article described the yacht’s hybrid propulsion in great detail, noting the inner workings of the engine, power generators and controls. Although Elfay’s electric generator ran on oil, engineers believed at the time that such hybrid engines would “eventually prove the most satisfactory and efficient method of propelling ships.”
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19 July 2019
FIRST FRIDAY REFLECTIONS WITH FR. SHOJI: On the First Friday of each month, Fr Shoji will lead an hour of Praise and Worship in the Blessed Sacrament Chapel, Abbeyfeale, beginning at 9.00am. He will lead parishioners in reflecting on the Word of God and will conclude with the Rosary. All are welcome.
HARNETT MAGAZINE: Some Harnett Reunion magazines are still available at Ann Lyons Shop and from James Harnett, also the final items of Harnett merchandise are available at Heavenly Gifts.
HISTORICAL SOCIETY – This year’s tour takes place on Sunday 4th August and takes in the Rock of Cashel, Hore Abbey, the Swiss Cottage and Cahir Castle. The tour will be guided by Dr. Declan Downey with booking at the Bridewell 068-36500.
ARDFERT HISTORICAL SOCIETY - Weekly Guided Village Walks on Thursday evenings at 8 pm during July and August.
BOOK: A second collection of short stories entitled 'From Head to Tale 'has been published by Newcastle West man, Pat Mc Loughlin. The book is available at Anne Lyons's shop and the proceeds will go to Friends of St Ita's.
CLEAN UP: Reilig Ide Graveyard every Tuesday from 7-8pm.
GRAVEYARD MASSES – Lislaughtin Abbey – Friday 2nd August at 7pm. Kilnaughtin – Friday 9th August at 7pm. Church Grounds, Tarbert – Friday 16th August at 7pm. Please note that all above Graveyard Masses are at 7pm.
COLLEEN BAWN 200th ANNIVERSARY & TARBERT BRIDEWELL TOUR - will be held on Sat.27th July at 10am - €15 per person - Booking essential. Outing will include; A return trip on Car Ferry as foot passenger, a visit to the Coleen Bawn Grave and a talk on the Colleen Bawn by local Historian Patrick Lynch. Tea/Coffee & Scone at the Tarbert Bridewell on return. Tour of Tarbert Bridewell Exhibition with new Sound System and Audio Visual. Booking at Tarbert Bridewell - Tel 068 36500. Email: tarbertbridewell@eircom.net
ASDEE: Retirement Celebration To mark the recent retirement of post mistress Mairead Doyle, Asdee Community Development are holding a dance, with light refreshments on Wed 24th July in Asdee Community Centre. There will be a presentation to Mairead on the night.
PILGRIMAGE to the Holy Land: Fr Pat Crean-Lynch has organised with Marian Pilgrimage’s a pilgrimage to the Holy Land, which will take place from 24th September 2019 until 2nd October 2019, please contact Fr Pat at 087 670 9491 or 087 220 0114 or Marian Pilgrimages at 01 8788159.
WEIGHT Management Programme – The next FREE weight management programme run by HSE Community Dietitians to help those who are overweight or obese, to lose weight successfully, will be running in Listowel in September 2019. This group-based course is run over 6 weekly sessions, each session runs for 1½ hours. There are follow-up sessions every 3 months after the initial 6 week programme. If you would like to attend, please contact your GP for referral to the PHEW programme. Places are limited.
DIABETES: Manage your diabetes - A FREE self-management course for diabetes will be on offer in Listowel in September. The course is facilitated by a Registered Dietitian. It is a 4 week course. The course helps you understand diabetes and what you need to do to manage your diabetes. Each session is 2½ hours long. Topics such as understanding diabetes, weight management, controlling your blood glucose and limiting possible complications of diabetes are covered in this course. To apply for the course you can apply online at www.hse.ie/xpert or contact Monica O Sullivan at 064 6670763. Places are limited.
SCHOLARSHIP: The Danaher Trust is making number of scholarships available to students of the parishes in this area for studies at third level. The students must be of limited means. The Danaher McGrath Trust is seeking applications for a scholarship. In order to apply for the scholarship students must meet certain criteria. For information, email www.woulfemurphy.com closing date for applications is August 31.
HOLY LAND PILGRIMAGE: October 23rd for eight nights. From Shannon to Tel Aviv – four nights Jerusalem and four nights Tiberias. All four star accommodation. €1,685. Enquiries Yvonne in JWT 01/2410800 or email info@joewalshtours.ie or phone Jacqueline in the Parish 068/49308 or moyvane@dioceseofkerry.ie.
TRIP: Great Southern Trail August 31st visit to Ardmore, Dungarvan and Youghal, On Saturday 31 August a coach will depart from the Market Yard, Newcastle West at 8a.m. to visit the South Coast.
Our first stop will be for breakfast in the Round Tower Hotel, Ardmore, Co.Waterford (www.roundtowerhotel.ie). After a walk along the lovely beach in Ardmore we will continue along the South Coast to beyond Dungarvan from where we will walk the downhill section of the Waterford Greenway which includes a tunnel, viaduct and stunning views of the Atlantic Ocean.
En-route home we will stop in the historic seafaring town of Youghal for a full four course dinner at the Red Store (www.redstore.ie) .
The cost for coach travel and the meals is €55 which is payable to Pat Condon, Upper Maiden Street, Newcastle West, Co. Limerick.(Tel: 06962344 from 5-6pm). As our previous excursions have been oversubscribed we recommend early payment to guarantee your reservation. Beidh fáilte romhat!
PILGRIMAGE, Killarney St. Pio Prayer Group are organising a 9 Day Pilgrimage visiting Jerusalem, Sea of Galilee, Cana, Garden of Gethsemane, Dead Sea and Mount Tabor. Departing the 7th of November. Contact Michael Clifford 086 1309835.
SAMARITANS of Kerry 24 hours a day. Phone: 116123 or text number 087 260 9090.
PLOUGHING: The Diocese of Kildare and Leighlin has announced that in exactly two months time they will be part of the welcome for the 88th National Ploughing Championships which will take place in Fenagh in Carlow from 17 – 19 September.
PAPERS: Kerry Weekly Reporter 1883-1920, Saturday, August 26, 1899; Page: 3
KXOCKANURE SPORTS
Once again on that memorable 15th Aug, a goodly number assembled to celebrate the "patron," as was the custom of our forefathers; though now commemorated in a different style by members of the committee of the Football Club. The sports carried on, though not of the grandest description , were, in their way, a source of joy to many—especially to those who had returned from a foreign school, to see danced with due honour the famous gig and reel , while floating on the breeze were the most cherished flags—the Irish and American —the Emerald a bit loftier than the Stars and Stripes. The other feats; which comprised jumping, cycling , etc., were very closely contested owing to the excellent, supervision of the judge and handicapper, Mr Timothy T Leahy. We offer our heartiest thanks to all who have in any way contributed to our sports; and we trust that on the next 15th August Knockanure will have attained to a higher ? place in the athletic line. Details: —
100 Yards Handicap (Open)—M Fury (ser), 1; T Quilter, Irremore, 1 yd; 2; Wm Hunt , Knockanure , 4 yds, 3. Won by half a yard; 2 yards separated 2nd and 3rd.
88O Yards handicap (Open)—Thomas Leahy, Knockanure, 1st; P O Connor, do, 2; T O'Brien, Duagh, 3. Five others competed.—Won by 2 yards. A good third.
440 yards Handicap (Open)—M Fury, Athea , (scr) 1; J O'Connor, Newtown, 7 yds , 2; P O'Connor, Knockanure, 7 yds, 3.
440 Yards (confined to the members of the Football club).—There were three heats. In the final the result was—T Leahy, 1; P O'Connor, 2. High Jump (Open) Handicap—M O'Connor, Newtown, 4in, 5ft llin, 1; M Fury (scr) , 5ft lOin, 2; J Granville, do , 2in, 5ft 9.75in, 3rd. :
Long Jump (Open) Handicap—J Fitzmaurice , Knockanure, 1ft, 1st; T Quilter, Irremore, 9in, 2.; M Fury (scr) 3.
Throwing 56lbs—W Murphy, Knockanure 1; .M Fury, Athea, 2; J Condon, Duagh, 3. Putting 561bs.—M Fury, 1; J Condon, 2.
Five Miles Bicycle Race.—Thomas Leahy, 1 ; J Casey, 2. Seven others competed. ? ? Bicycle Race.—J Casey, 1 and M T Leahy, 2. Four others competed.
Irish Reel—M Thornton, Newtown, 1st; D Mahony, Knockanure, 2nd. Ten competed.
Irish Jig.—D Mahony, Knockanure, 1st; P. Woulfe, Glin, 2nd, eight competed. There was much excitement while the dancing lasted, after which the sports concluded.—Cor.,
Kerry Evening Post 1813-1917, Saturday, August 22, 1903; Page: 3
LISTOWEL CYCLING AND ATHLETIC SPORTS.
The Listowel sports, postponed from the 30th ult owing to the unfavourable character of the weather, came off on Thursday and, notwithstanding the ill luck which almost invariably attends a postponed fixture, the meeting was largely patronised and highly successful in every respect. Though the morning gave decidedly strong indications of a disagreeable afternoon, the elements behaved admirably, and the weather conditions throughout the day were all that could be desired.
Details
Ono Mile cycle Handicap (Club)—J Mullane, 10 yds, 1st; J Buckley, 15 yds,2nd; J McCarthy, 10 yds, 3rd. Also competed—J Murphy, scratch. Won by four lengths. Time, 2 58 mins. 100 Yards Flat Handicap (confined to field clubs and parish)—P Browne 2yds. Lst; T O'Connor, 1 yd, 2nd, and F Buckley (holder of cup) scratch, 3rd. Also competed—H Dillon, 5 yds ; J Dee, 1 yd : J Bunyan, 5 yds, and M Buckley. 4 yds. Time, 11 seconds. One Mile Cycle Open Handicap—J J Hogan, O'Brennan, Tralee 160 yds, 1st; J Mullane, NKC C, 108 yds, 2nd; M Dee, Limerick, 200 yds, 3rd. Also competed—N Fitzgerald, Castleisland, 200 yds; J Crowley, Ballyheigue, 200 yds ; P O'Brien, Tralee, 140 yds; J Murphy, N K C C, 200 yds ; J J Condon,: scratch ; J J Stephens, Clonmel, 140 yds. Time, 2 36 min.
100 Yards Open Handicap—R Harnett, Abbeyfeale, 9 yds, 1st; T Neligan, Castleisland, do, 2nd, and J, Bresnihan, Castletown Conyers, 8 yds, 3rd. Time, 10: sees. Second heat—W Grey. Tralee, 8.5 yds, 1st; J Gloster, do, 9 yds, 2nd; and T P Sullivan, Caherciveen, 9.5 yds, 3rd. Time, 10 secs.
Final heat—Bresnihan, lst; Harnett, 2nd; Sullivan 3rd. Time, 10 sees. Won easily by three yds.
2 Mile Cycle Club Handicap—J Buckley, 40yds lst; J M'Carthy, 80yds 2nd; J Mullane, Scratch, 3rd. Also competed—J Murphy who did not finish, Won, by inches. Time 6 .24 mins.
Putting 28lbs (Weight Open Handicap—Denis Horgan, scratch, 35ft 3ins, 1st; T F Kiely, Carrick- on-Suir (18ins), 3lft 8ins, 2nd. Four others competed.
One Mile Flat Open Handicap—J J Corridon. Duagh. 80yds, 1st T J O'Sullivan, Tralee, 100yds, 2nd. Ten competed. Very fine race, Time, 4.40 mins.
Putting 161bs Shot Open Handicap—D Horgan. scratch, 46ft 8in, 1st; T F Kiely (4’5ft) 44ft 3ins,2nd. Six competed.
Three Mile Cycle Handicap Open—J J Hogan, O'Brennan. Tralee, 280yds, 1st; M Dee, Limerick, 35Oyds, 2nd. Six competed. Time, 8.33 mins.
Throwing-161b Hammer from 9 feet circle without follow —T F Kiely, scratch. l48ft 5in, 1st; D Horgan, (10ft) I43ft, 2nd.
440 Yards Flat Open Handicap—T Neligan, Castleisland, 22jds, 1st; W T Grey, Tralee, 28yds, 2nd; R Harnett, Abbeyfeale, 20yds, 3rd. Also competed—J M'Auliffe, Lixnaw, 25yds; D D O'Neill, Currans, 30yds; T P O'Sullivan. Caherciveen 23yds. Time, 53 sees. Fine finish.
Five Mile Cycle Scratch Open —J J.Condon, Kilmallock, 1st; P O'Brien, Tralee, 2nd; J J Hogan, O'Brennan, 3rd. Time, 14.49 mins. Eight started, but only the placed men finished. Condon also won the lap prize.
120 Yards Hurdles Handicap Open—TF Kiely, owes 13yds, 1st; C Leahy. Charleville, owes 3yds, 2nd; J Gloster. Tralee, owes 2yds, 3rd. Time, 17. 3 sees.
Long Jump Open Handicap—C Leahy, Charleville, (6ins) 23ft 7ins, lst; J Bresnihan, Castletown-Conyers (9ins).23ft 4.5ins, 2nd, and T F Kiely, Carrick on-Suir (18ins), 23fi 3.5ins 3rd. Five others competed.
Five Mile Open Handicap-.I J Condon (scratch), lst; P O'Brien (390yds) 2nd; J J Stephens, Clonmel (380yds)_, 3i}d. Time. 14.38mins. Seven competed, but only four finished.
High Jump Handicap Open—Con Leahy, who jumped 6ft from scratch, tied with his brother. P J Leahy, who cleared 5ft llins. Same height, including one inch handicap.
This concluded the sports and the prizes were distributed by Miss Creagh.
A band promenade and fireworks display took place at night and were well attended
(Listowel Rural District Council has a proposal on the sale of The Limerick and Kerry Railway, the Co Council appeared to have acquired £30,000 and they wanted each district council to benefit for five years to extend of £1,000 per year or about 4d in the £. See paper for more.)
LOUGH DERG
Nation 1842-1897, Saturday, August 30, 1879; Page: 3
The Archbishop of Toronto on the Lough Derg Pilgrimage.
We have great pleasure in laying before our readers the second letter from his Grace the Archbishop of Toronto on the Pilgrimage to Lough Derg:— Lough Derg, August 14, 1879.
https://northkerry.wordpress.com/2019/07/14/lough-derg-pilgrimage/
July 12 2019
RETIREMENT; To mark the recent retirement of post mistress Mairead Doyle, Asdee Community Development are holding a dance, with light refreshments on Wed 24th July in Asdee Community Centre. There will be a presentation to Mairead on the night.
CONGRATULATIONS to Bríd Carroll, who teaches in Tarbert Comprehensive, was awarded “fundraising teacher of the year” having raised €220,000 over the years for Concern.
ANNUAL NATIONAL PILGRIMAGE TO CROAGH PATRICK ‘REEK SUNDAY’: takes place Sunday 28th July. Mass celebrated on summit at 8 a.m. Last Mass 2 p.m.
ATHEA Pilgrimage to Knock will take place on Thursday, August 1st. Please give names to Agatha Barrett and Peggy Casey.
CENTENARY: library in Athea will be featured on a postage stamp to be released in August. It marks the centenary of the death of Andrew Carnegie who provided the grant to build the library.
MISSION APPEAL last weekend: Sr. Mary Gallagher of the Missionary Sisters of the Holy Rosary. The Congregation of the Missionary Sisters of the Holy Rosary (The Killeshandra Nuns) was founded in 1924 by Bishop Joseph Shanahan CSSp to bring the Gospel message to the women of Southern Nigeria. Sisters are presently on mission in Brazil, Cameroon, Ethiopia, Ghana, Kenya, Liberia, Nigeria, South Africa, Sierra Leone, the U.S.A. and Zambia.
THE COLLEEN BAWN – Tarbert Historical Society / Open Air Players will stage an enactment of the Colleen Bawn Story at the Bridewell Green next Thursday and Friday 18th and 19th of July at 8pm. There will be no admission charge but there will be a raffle to defray expenses. Radio Kerry will feature the enactment at 2pm on Radio Monday.
HISTORICAL SOCIETY – This year’s tour takes place on Sunday 4th August and takes in the Rock of Cashel, Hore Abbey, the Swiss Cottage and Cahir Castle. The tour will be guided by Dr. Declan Downey with booking at the Bridewell 068-36500 on or before Friday 19th July.
WEIGHT Management Programme – The next FREE weight management programme run by HSE Community Dietitians to help those who are overweight or obese, to lose weight successfully, will be running in Listowel in September 2019. This group-based course is run over 6 weekly sessions, each session runs for 1½ hours. There are follow-up sessions every 3 months after the initial 6 week programme. If you would like to attend, please contact your GP for referral to the PHEW programme.
BOOK: A 56-page booklet on the history of Ballyloughane school was published recently to mark the 50th anniversary of its closure.
COLLEEN BAWN 200th ANNIVERSARY & TARBERT BRIDEWELL TOUR - will be held on Sat.27th July at 10am - €15 per person - Booking essential. Outing will include; A return trip on Car Ferry as foot passenger, a visit to the Coleen Bawn Grave and a talk on the Colleen Bawn by local Historian Patrick Lynch. Tea/Coffee & Scone at the Tarbert Bridewell on return. Tour of Tarbert Bridewell Exhibition with new Sound System and Audio Visual. Booking at Tarbert Bridewell - Tel 068 36500. email tarbertbridewell@eircom.net
BRUACH NA CARRAIGE SUMMER CAMP:. The annual summer camp is on from July 15 – 26 from 10 am - 2pm for children between 6 and 15 years where they will be introduced to playing music, singing, ceili dancing, games and fun. Each day from 2.30 to 6pm there will be solo traditional step dancing classes with Sarah and Maurice O Keeffe. Further information from 087 2205566.
SESSION: The Bruach Na Carraige summer Seisiun is now on, and will run each Tuesday night during July and August at 9pm.
DIABETES - A FREE self-management course for diabetes will be on offer in Listowel in September. The course is facilitated by a Registered Dietitian. It is a 4 week course. The course helps you understand diabetes and what you need to do to manage your diabetes. Each session is 2½ hours long. Topics such as understanding diabetes, weight management, controlling your blood glucose and limiting possible complications of diabetes are covered in this course. To apply for the course you can apply online at www.hse.ie/xpert or contact Monica O Sullivan at 064 6670763. Places are limited.
ARDFERT Retreat Centre Weekly Prayer Meetings: Led by Ben Perkins, Mon. 8pm-9.30pm. Foyer Of Charity Silent Retreat: Preached by Fr. Kilian Byrne, Mon. 5th to Sun.11th Aug. Enquiries contact: Helen 086 1678027 or hellywilliams@gmail.com Bookings: Phone 0667134276.
COURSE: St Angela's College, Sligo is inviting applications for upcoming course Part-Time Certificate in Religious Education (Primary) with Online Delivery. Closing date for Applications is Mon 5th Aug. Details: Mary Kearns at Education Department, St. Angela’s College, Lough Gill, Sligo T. 353-71-9195551 E. mkearns@stangelas.nuigalway.ie Website: www.stangelas.nuigalway.ie
POETRY: Margaret Naughton, Healthcare Chaplain and writer launches her poetry book: “Letting Go” in The Suaimhneas Centre, Palliative Care Day Unit @UHK on Friday July 26th at 7.30pm. Michael Healy-Rae will launch the book with MC Deirdre Walsh, Radio Kerry. Music and refreshments. All are welcome!
ST JOHN’S Listowel: Wed 17th- THE ALECIA NUGENT BLUEGRASS BAND
The best of American country and bluegrass with this six piece group from Louisiana featuring musician and vocalist Alecia, guitar banjo, bass, dobro andfiddle.
Fri 19th- MY AUNT BEE
A new play by Seamus O’Rourke. “I’ve had some lovely aunts, that’s until I met my aunt Bee for the first time. She’s a hundred! A bossy Americanized vodka drinking maniac of a woman with far too much luggage. Why is she here?” The cast features Seamus O’Rourke and Bairbre Ní Chaoimh and is directed by Laura Dowdall, details from 068 22566.
FIRST FRIDAY REFLECTIONS WITH FR. SHOJI: On the First Friday of each month, Fr Shoji will lead an hour of Praise and Worship in the Blessed Sacrament Chapel, Abbeyfeale, beginning at 9.00am. He will lead parishioners in reflecting on the Word of God and will conclude with the Rosary. All parishioners are welcome, especially parents and children.
SALE OF PRODUCE: Sale of produce from the parish garden, Abbeyfeale will take place after both Masses on Sunday, July 21 with all funds raised going to Fr. Tim Galvin’s South Sudan Mission. Vegetables, Jams and preserves will be on sale.
BOOK: A second collection of short stories entitled 'From Head to Tale 'has been published by Newcastle West man, Pat Mc Loughlin. The book is available at Anne Lyons's shop, Abbeyfeale and the proceeds will go to Friends of St Ita's.
CLEAN UP: Reilig Ide Graveyard every Tuesday from 7-8pm. The annual Mass in Reilig Ide will take place in August.
‘MY STORY WITH GOD’ A talk will take place in Killarney Plaza hotel on Saturday July 20th at 8pm titled ‘My story with God’. Three young people will give their testimony, detailing how the Catholic faith helped them overcome various difficulties, allowing them to ‘live life in all its fullness’. All are welcome to attend.
Brosna G.A.A. book will be launched by Eoin Liston and Sean Walsh in the local hall on Friday 26th July at 8pm. All are welcome to attend. To order copies of the book, contact Kay Walsh on 087 2307948.
THE ANNUAL FAMILY FUN DAY takes place at Listowel Family Resource Centre on Saturday July 20 from 2-4pm. All welcome.
KERRY WRITERS MUSEUM are hosting Guided Walks for the town for just €5.00 every Saturday for the month of July & August at 11am. Departs from Writers Museum 068-22212.
WEST LIMERICK SINGING CLUB: The club meet on the first Friday of each month in Philip Enrights The Ramble Inn, Church Street from 9pm.
SCHOLARSHIP: The Danaher Trust is making number of scholarships available to students of the parishes in this area for studies at third level. The students must be of limited means. The Danaher McGrath Trust is seeking applications for a scholarship. In order to apply for the scholarship students must meet certain criteria. For information email www.woulfemurphy.com closing date for applications is August 31.
FR. AIDAN CONROY SDB: Welcome home to Ballybunion Fr. Aidan Conroy a Salesian Priest in Macau. He was ordained in Ballybunion 1972. He is Ministering in Macau for past 43 years.
HERITAGE week takes place from Saturday, August 17 to Sunday, August 25
HELPLINE FOR MEN SUFFERING DOMESTIC ABUSE: A new helpline has been set up and will operate 36 hours a week on 1800816588.
ARDFERT HISTORICAL SOCIETY - Weekly Guided Village Walks on Thursday evenings at 8 pm. Next walk on Thursday 18 July. We usually meet up at Ardfert Church Car Park, depending on the particular route of the walk each week. The walks are free and all are welcome.
COMMUNITY ALERT: Don’t post holiday pictures on FB until you come back, turn off your location on your smart phone so no one can check if you are out. If something sounds too good to be true then more than likely it is so be careful out there. Take care on the roads and make sure that you are visible to other road users so if walking wear a high viz jacket and after dusk carry a torch and if driving turn on your lights if the wipers are on. Lock the doors of your car when you are inside, do not leave a handbag visible on the seat. When you are at home keep the two doors locked so that if someone calls a second person cannot enter the house through the back door while you are occupied at the front door. Once you reach the age of 65 and live alone or with a person/s aged over 65 you are entitled to receive a monitored alarm system. But if you have younger people living in the house who are out for long periods of the day then because you are spending hours alone you are also entitled to the system provided that you are over 65.
ACCORD: Offers an affordable professional counselling service with qualified counsellors in a confidential, caring and safe environment. The Centre offers one-to-one counselling, couple counselling, separation support, psychosexual counselling, fertility awareness and natural family planning service. ‘If you can’t talk to each other, try talking to us’. Contact ACCORD Tralee at 066-7122280
PAPERS: Kerry Sentinel 1878-1916, Tuesday, April 12, 1887; Page: 2
THE EVICTORS FOILED.
Early on Thursday morning Barry and Son, bailiffs, accompanied by some constables from a local police, hut visited the house of John Horgan, labourer, in the village of Knockanure, to enforce a magistrate's order at the suit of his landlord, Mr. M. Fitzgerald, of Athea. Horgan's house was barricaded the previous day, the door being blocked in the inside with a solid wall of masonry and a doorway cut in the partition wall of the adjoining house through which Horgan obtains admission. The bailiffs having dealt the door a few blows and seeing that it did not yield retired a few paces, whereupon Mr. Fitzgerald's son, whose visage plainly indicated his resolve to accomplish the inhuman work advanced to the door, but in consequence of the reception he received he had also to retire. The evicting party immediately retired amidst the cheers of the crowd which had now assembled. Great indignation is fell at the action of Fitzgerald which is certainly actuated by some petty spleen.
Kerry Weekly Reporter 1883-1920 | Saturday, June 18, 1887 | Page: 6
The County Kerry Amateur Athletic and Cricket Club Sports. (Just a snippet of event)
Sports were held under the rules of GAA and I.C.A.
Grand Stand filled by fair sex. Weather best.
Trustees of club were; Donovan, Latchford, and committee were; Denny, Downing, Dobson, Fitzgerald, Harrington, Hodgings, Harrington, Healy, Hanrahan, Hayes, Horgan, Huggard, Gallivan, Deahy ?. Mangan, Murphy, Neligan, Hill, O’Regan, Slattery, Tralee Brass Band and Industrial School Band performed. Winners Five Mile Race R.T. Dobson. Sling Shot, John Foran. 100 yds W Hayes. Long Jump, D Power. 100 yds flat, W N Tisdale. High Jump, Ml M’Quinn. 120 yds hurdles Patrick Horgan. Hop Step and jump, P J O’Sullivan.
(See paper for long list of events and winners.)
Paper has details of The Bodyke evictions and hope of success without violence.
Action against Captain Taylor of Glentoo, Kilgarvan for assaulting Daniel Downing on 9th Feb, last at Ardtully. Taylor Claimed shot nearly hit him.
Kerry Weekly Reporter 1883-1920, Saturday, June 27, 1896; Page: 6
COUNTY KERRY R.I.C. SPORTS
The sports were witnessed by a very large attendance, who appeared to take a great interest in the different items , and also to be highly pleased with the band of the Royal Irish Constabulary, which, under the baton of Van. Maanen, played the following selection of music very finely:—
Soldiers Life, Deux a Deux, Popular American Songs, Jolly Boys, Come Back to Erin, The Shop Girl, Sparks Polkas, Moore’s Melodies, (see paper for long report on sport competition)
HARNETT REUNION 2019: Harnetts from all over the world are travelling for this gathering and will be arriving from this coming weekend. The town has been decorated with flags and bunting and all is in readiness for a great weekend. The gathering is not confined to Harnetts but is open to everybody. We would like a good crowd at the various functions to welcome our visitors. Genealogy Day, Devon Hotel, Friday July 12 from 10.00 a.m. - 6.00 p.m. Free admission. See the Patie Boy Harnett Historical Collection. Harnett International Variety Show At Halla Tadhg Gaelach Tournafulla, Friday July 12 at 8pm, headlined by Tenor Brian Harnett. Doors open 7pm. Admission €10. Gala Banquet Devon Hotel Saturday July 13. 7.30 p.m. Banquet menu, Reunion cake, wine and live band (The Bansha Boys) included. Tickets €40 now on sale at Ann Lyons, Abbeyfeale and Batt Harnett, Abbeyfeale. There will be a memorial Mass on Sunday afternoon in Duagh Church at 3pm. Please spread the word far and wide. Further information 087 2500929.
SUMMER OUTING: Abbeyfeale Community Alert are travelling to Bunratty Castle and Folk Park on Tuesday, July 16. The bus will depart from Abbeyfeale Church at 9.30am. Tickets available in Ann Lyons’s, The Square and Kathleen Collins’s Foodstore, Convent St.
SALE OF PRODUCE: Sale of produce from the parish garden Abbeyfeale, will take place after both Masses on Sunday, July 21 with all funds raised going to Fr. Tim Galvin’s South Sudan Mission. Vegetables, Jams and preserves will be on sale.
CLEAN UP: Reilig Ide Graveyard every Tuesday from 7-8pm. The annual Mass in Reilig Ide will take place in August.
KERRY WRITERS MUSEUM are hosting Guided Walks for the town for just €5.00 every Saturday for the month of July & August at 11am. Departs from Writers Museum 068-22212.
WEST LIMERICK SINGING CLUB: The club will meet on the first Friday of each month in Philip Enrights The Ramble Inn, Church Street from 9pm.
BOOK: Margaret Naughton, Healthcare Chaplain and writer launches her poetry book: ‘Letting Go’ in The Suaimhneas Centre, Palliative Care Day Unit @UHK on Friday July 26th@7.30pm with music and refreshments.
SCHOLARSHIP: The Danaher Trust is making number of scholarships available to students of the parishes in this area for studies at third level. The students must be of limited means. The Danaher McGrath Trust is seeking applications for a scholarship. In order to apply for the scholarship students must meet certain criteria. For information email www.woulfemurphy.com closing date for applications is August 31.
ARDFERT RETREAT CENTRE Weekly Prayer Meetings: Led by Ben Perkins, Mon. 8.00pm-9.30pm. Growing Old Gracefully: John Dunne & Mary Glynn, a guided participative experience open to all, exploring the joys and challenges of aging through conversation, movement, music and song. The best is yet to be. Fri. 26th to Sun. 28th July. Book Now 0667134276.
PILGRIMAGE to San Giovanni with Lixnaw Group in Oct 2019, contact 087 744 2554.
FUNERALS: “Sheehy’s Funeral Home, Lixnaw, is re-opening under new management, that is, Buckley & Finucane Funeral Directors, Lixnaw. We provide a 24 hour service for complete Funeral arrangements. Contact Jerry Buckley on (086) 1605021 or Leo Finucane on (087) 6955721.
BALLINCLOGHER SCHOOL RE-UNION HELD ON SUN. AUGUST 4th. Plans are going well and we are ready to roll back the years. Tickets available in local shops - € 20 each. The committee have worked long and hard and no doubt it will be a marvellous occasion.
GLIN: Glin Knights Cycling Club: The Glin Knight Sportive takes place on July 21 this year. Registration takes place Saturday night before the cycle from 8.30pm to 9.30pm in Barretts Bar, Glin AND on the morning of the cycle at 8.30am in Barretts Bar with the cycle starting at 9.30am. Registration is €25 for Cycling Ireland Members and €30 for NON members. Routes are either 80k or 110k – are you up for the challenge? This years the fundraising is in aid of St. Fergus NS carpark/setdown area.
The Annual Estuary Swim Glin: takes place this year on Saturday, July 27. All funds raised go to The Neonatal Unit UHL and The Local Arts Project. Sponsorship cards are now available from Maria Geoghegan and Eoin Ryan. A huge thanks to Limerick County Council for their continual support in this unique event every year.
Water Safety Classes Glin: Water Safety classes will be held at Glin Pier Monday, July 8 for the week and also Monday, August 5 for the week. Full details will follow later. Take note and avail of these classes to ensure the service is provided each year.
ST JOHN’S Listowel: Fri 12th- THE BEST OF TRADITIONAL WITH BACKWEST
With Maureen & Brendan Browne – fiddle & accordion, Lord of the Dance, Peter Vickers on hand and foot percussion and Fabian Joyce – guitar & vocals.
Wed 17th- THE ALECIA NUGENT BLUEGRASS BAND
The best of American country and bluegrass with this six piece group from Louisiana featuring musician and vocalist Alecia, guitar banjo, bass, dobro andfiddle.
Fri 19th- MY AUNT BEE
A new play by Seamus O’Rourke. “I’ve had some lovely aunts, that’s until I met my aunt Bee for the first time. She’s a hundred! A bossy Americanized vodka drinking maniac of a woman with far too much luggage. Why is she here?” The cast features Seamus O’Rourke and Bairbre Ní Chaoimh and is directed by Laura Dowdall.
EMIGRATION
On Thursday, some 200 emigrants, principally former servants, of both sexes, and all exhibiting an
appearance of comfort, left Tralee, by rail, for Queenstown, bound for America, for the Inman
Steamer, whose complement, as announced by telegraphic despatches to Mr Shea, in Killarney, and Mr Hanifin, in Tralee, was filled up on Tuesday morning. Among this hardy "land of hope" were no less than 100 young women. This large body of emigrants were principally from Dingle, Tarbert, Listowel and the neighbourhood of Tralee. Among those booked from Killarney we regretted to see a respectable member of the constabulary, Sub-constable Thomas Fitzgerald, driven away in disgust as too many others of that valuable force, to which the country owes so much have already been. This respectable and efficient young man, who was stationed for the last five years in Killarney, was one of those employed on the census. For this laborious task he received a "Splendid Shilling". This is the shabby way in which the finest force in Europe are treated. - Tralee Chronicle 2 5 1867.
THE EXODUS
The emigration season has set in here with renewed vigour,large numbers leaving Tralee every week, particularly from the western parts of the country. Around Dingle we hear the exodus threatens to clear off great numbers of population.
"Tralee Chronicle" 16 May 1870
FAMINE: the greater portion of the east and north of Ireland was not more distressed at this moment than parts of the south of England. The rates were collected as easily as in many parts of the south of England. In other parts of Ireland there was not the least need of assistance if proper exertions were made. He might refer to the case of the union of Listowel, in which the collection of the rates had fallen into some disorder. An active officer was sent down, and within six weeks the demands over due were not only paid, but a balance of 700l. [pounds?] remained in the treasurer's hands. It was, notwithstanding, imperatively necessary, unless they wished to see hundreds perishing from starvation in certain districts of
Ireland, 7 2 1849.
http://www.dippam.ac.uk/ied/records/22616
EMIGRATION.
One thousand emigrants have already left Tralee for America; and a very fine vessel, the Intrinsic, is
expected daily by the Messrs. Kennelly to take passengers to New York. Besides this continued stream to the New World, a much less noticed, but scarcely less extensive current of emigration of the able-bodied working classes, particularly female servants, is maintained, per Blarney steamer, to London. Not less we believe, than 100 working people of both sexes were carried by that vessel from Tralee to London, during the past month. The passengers who left in her last Sunday morning present a healthy, comfortably dressed appearance, not that of those pinched by poverty.
Kerry Post. 20 5 1853
The National Library in the Bathurst collection, 1923 Historical Manuscripts has a letter from Lord Carbery. He comments on widespread poverty and emigration. The tradesmen going to the United States and the labourers going the New Brunswick. Some time after the Eddys from Bandon were corresponding to and from New Brunswick and comment on the widespread poverty and near starvation of poor Protestants in the Bandon following the collapse of the woolen trade. These are held in the Cork Archives and the reference is given below:
http://www.corkarchives.ie/media/U9web.pdf
Now Mother darling I must close, this is a stupid letter, but I feel stupid & can't help it -
I am going to write again to Mr Gamble when we go shall bring all your photoes [photos?]
Fondest of love to each & all
Your own child
Min
http://www.dippam.ac.uk/ied/records/36808?s=
USA: June 18 2019 President Trump Rally
Those who get their news from the networks and the other left-leaning media have not heard a complete list of the president’s many accomplishments, especially in the pro-life arena. By watching this rally, you will hear first-hand from the president himself everything he has accomplished in two-and-a-half-years in the Oval Office.
For instance, did you know that more than 5.8 million jobs have been created since President Trump was elected, and that more Americans are working now than ever before? Or that Medicare reform is saving senior citizens hundreds of millions of dollars?
The president is 100 percent committed to preserving the sanctity of life,
and he has done so much already to defend the unborn. This month he announced that he is putting a stop to the use of the remains of aborted babies in medical research. He also restored conscience rights to health-care practitioners who are opposed to abortion. His 112 (and counting!) new judges on the federal bench are transforming liberal, activist courts to something more in line with what the Founding Fathers had in mind.
Through the Protect Life Rule, the president redirected $60 million in federal funding away from Planned Parenthood and other abortion providers. The president also rescinded an Obama-era rule that prohibited states from defunding Planned Parenthood.
His list of accomplishments in long and impressive and rarely reported in the left-leaning media.
Taken from
Fr. Frank Pavone. National Director, Priests for Life.
Trip to Killarney
Killarney 1926
https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=I6mWlfJ5tLQ&feature=share&fbclid=IwAR25_MhJIWwUJx52Pk_GljBfVgHkvGS3Fe4AT5H_v4reBZRkY-NFU1-e6K0
How a 17th-century nun wrote poetry, dramas, and comedies that took on the inequities and double standards women faced in society.
29 June 2019
ROAD WORKS UPDATE: Trenching and ducting works will commence on July 1st from Gortaglanna (Banbury’s) Cross to Knockanure Village. The road will be closed from 8:00am to 6:00pm from Monday to Friday for the coming weeks. The road will be fully reopened at the weekends. Diversion routes will be in place as shown, local access will be maintained but no through traffic will be allowed during road closure times.” See diversion route. Works will continue on the Bog Road next week under a road closure. The Bog Road will remain closed this week until Saturday 7pm due to large Quantity of tarmac to be laid. Works will continue on passing bays on the Piermount rd [L6020] next week. Info Vince on 087 /9980226 or Pádraig on 086/6072159.
ST JOHNS YOUTH THEATRE are staging a play called “By the Bog of Cats” in St Johns Theatre on Wednesday 3rd and Thursday 4th of July @8pm. Bookings (068)22566. Tues 2nd THE WIZARD OF OZ
Presented by Theatrix Stage School & directed by Jo Jordan.
LISTOWEL WALKING GROUP 'SAOIRSE STROLLERS' continues every Monday night at 7pm. Walking at your own pace. Meeting place Neo Data car park. All Welcome.
HARNETT REUNION 2019: Harnetts from all over the world are travelling for this gathering, so please come along and show them a warm welcome. This gathering is not confined to Harnetts but is open to everybody. We would like a good crowd at the various functions to welcome our visitors. Genealogy Day, Devon Hotel, Friday July 12 from 10.00 a.m. - 6.00 p.m. Free admission. See the Patie Boy Harnett Historical Collection. Harnett International Variety Show At Halla Tadhg Gaelach Tournafulla, Friday July 12 at 8pm. Doors open 7pm. Admission €10. Gala Banquet Devon Hotel Saturday July 13. 7.30 p.m. Banquet menu, Reunion cake, wine and live band (The Bansha Boys) included. Tickets €40 now on sale at Ann Lyons, Abbeyfeale and Batt Harnett, Abbeyfeale. There will be a memorial Mass on Sunday afternoon in Duagh Church. Please spread the word far and wide.. Further information 087 2500929.
PART-TIME CERTIFICATE IN RELIGIOUS EDUCATION (PRIMARY): St Angela's College, Sligo is inviting applications for this upcoming course (with online delivery). Closing date for Applications is Monday 5th August Details: Mary Kearns at Education Department, St. Angela’s College, Lough Gill, Sligo 353-71-9195551 mkearns@stangelas.nuigalway.ie www.stangelas.nuigalway.ie
ARDFERT RETREAT CENTRE: Stress Reduction Weekend: Clodagh McCarthy, Fri. 12th to Sun. 14th July. Phone 066/7134276 for further information and bookings.
RALLY FOR LIFE Saturday 6th July at 2pm in Parnell Square Dublin. Local bus contact 087 6590551
MARGARET NAUGHTON TRALEE BOOK LAUNCH: Margaret Naughton, Healthcare Chaplain and writer launches her poetry book: ‘Letting Go’ in The Suaimhneas Centre, Palliative Care Day Unit @UHK on Friday July 26th@7.30pm with music and refreshments.
ROSARY On the Coast for Life & Faith will be happening at 2.30pm on Sun Oct 13th, the day 70.000 people witnessed the Miracle of the Sun in Fatima in 1917. We will be joining with countries from all around the world on that day. Please sign up a location now, it can be on the Coast, a River, Grotto, or in a Church. Visit www.costalrosaryireland.ie
SURVEY: What do adults in Ireland need for their religious education and faith development. Have your say! Take the 15 minute online survey until 30thJune atwww.dcu.ie/adultre or send an email to: bernadette.sweetman@dcu.ie
PILGRIMAGE TO LOURDES: Led by Bishop Ray Browne. 175th Anniversary of the Birth of St. Bernadette. Theme: “Blessed are the Poor”. 29th August to 3rdof September. Flights ex Kerry Airport. All bookings, to Mrs. Janice O’Sullivan, Droum House, Nohoval Upper, Rathmore, Co. Kerry. Telephone 064 7758219 or email: joskdp@eircom.net
PAPERS: Kerryman 1904-current, Friday, August 10, 1990; Page: 19
Family affair at Moyvane Sports
A FATHER and son filled the first two places In the county championship 68lbs shot over the bar at Moyvane open sports, with the son, Tom McMahon, jnr., of Moyvane, emerging an winner.
His father, Tom McMahon, snr., not alone finished second in this event but was also third In the 56lbs distance and 161b shot, both of which were also won by his son.
Tom McMahon, jnr., also won the 16lb shot and the 66lb distance and in both events his father, Tom McMahon, snr., filled third place.
The father was also second in the veterans 66lb distance,
The exploits of the younger McMahon saw him capture the Dan McMahon Memorial Trophy, a trophy named in honour of his grandfather.
The Jerry Carroll Perpetual Shield was won by Moyvane AC.
(See paper for more results)
Junior Men, 8,00m: 1, Tom Shanahan; 2, John Moloney; 3, Paddy Ryan, Bilboa. Senior men — 100m: 1, Michael O'Brien, St. Johns; 2, Aldan Curtin, St. Johns; 3, James O'Donoghue. 16lb shot: 1, Tom McMahon, Jnr., Moyvane; 2, Jer O'Connor, St, Itas; 3, Tom McMahon, snr., Moyvane, 561b distance: 1, Tom McMahon, Jnr, 2, Jer O'Connor; 3, Tom McMahon, snr. Vets — 400m: 1, Donal Crowley, St. Johns; 2, Jimmy Linehan, Moyvane; 3, John Moloney, Moyvane, 800m: 1, David Kissane, St. Brendan’s; Jimmy Linehan; 3, Donal Crowley, Long Jump: 1, Donal Crowley; 2, Jimmy Linehan; 3, Finbar Prendeville, Moyvane. 56Ib distance; 1, Jer O'Connor, St. Itas; 2, Tom McMahon, snr., 3, Maurice O'Mahon, St, Has. 56lb shot over the bar: 1, Tom McMahon, jnr.; 2, Tom McMahon, snr,; 3, Tom McElllgott,
SECURITY: put a rubber stopper under the door, bubble wrap on the floor in front of it.
Kerryman 1904-current, Saturday, August 22, 1959; Page: 14
Ballymac Sports; (Edited)
The two coveted championship of Kerry titles, the 300 metres and the 4-miIe cycle were won by Christy Murray (St. John's A.C., Tralee) and Dan Aherne (Castleisland C.C), respectively, at Ballymacelligott Open N.A.C.A. Sports on Sunday,
Murray, though led by Liam Fitzgerald (St. Johns A.C.) rounding the last bend, put in a storming finish and breasted the rape a spectacular five yard winner of the 300 metres event. Murray's finishing power was again evident in the 100 yards event when, in a terrific sprint to the line he just outpaced Richard Fitzgerald of St. Johns A.C.
Another double was recorded by Aherne, who dominated the cycling scene. Along with annexing the 4 mile county title, he won the 3 mile event, relegating Mick Murphy, also of Castleisland C.C., into second place on both occasions.
Sean Hennessy, Kerins O'Rahilly A.C., won the mile flat event. He defeated Moss Connell of Moyvane and thus confirmed his recent Scartaglin mile victory over the same athelete.
R. Fitzgerald, second in the 100 yards, tied with T. O'Connor of Moyvane in the Long Jump, each had a leap of 21' 6''. Fitzgerald was declared the winner on the toss of a coin. (see paper for details)
THE Knockanure annual Sports and Pattern held on Saturday August I5, was an outstanding success, and the largest attendance ever went treated to a great day's sport. Liam Fitzgerald, St. Johns C.C., Tralee, scored a double when he won the 100 yards and 220 yards open; Michael O'Sullivan , Tournafulla, 9 miles County Senior Champion, won the one mile open race, and the young promising Abbeyfeale athlete, Sean O’Connell won the high jump.
Result—Schoolboys 100 yards (open) —I, Maurice Danaher (Athea); 2, Michael Mahony, (Listowel); 100 yards (open) 1, Liam Fitzgerald (St. Johns A.C. Tralee) : 2, Christy Murray. 220 yds. (open)—1 Liam Fitzgerald (St John’s A C Tralee) 2 Christy Murray (do.)
440 Yards (Open)—1, C. Murray (St. John's A.C, Tralee); 2, K. Dillon (Duagh). 440 Yards Confined—1, Maurice O Connell (Moyvane) 2. John J. Slackpoole (Moyvane). One Mile (Open)—1, Michael O'Sullivan (Tournafulla) ; 2, Mce. O’Connell (Moyvane) 2 Miles Road Race (Moyvane to Knockanure)—1. A. Buckley (Tarbert); 2, Pat Buckley (Listowel). 1 Mile Cycle—1, Larry Curtin (Castleisland); 2, Pat Moloney (Listowel). 2 Miles Cycle—1. Pat Moloney (Listowel); 2, Larry Curtin (Castleisland)
Long Jump -1, C Murray (St. Johns A.C. Tralee). 20ft. 4ins; 2, John J. Stackpoole (Moyvane), 19ft 3ins. High Jump—1, Sean O'Connell (Abbeyfeale) 5ft. 6ins.; 2 Brendan Broderick (Knockanure) 5ft. 4ins. 56 lbs without follow (confined)—1, Jeremiah Dowd (Knockanure) I7ft. lO.5ins; 2, T. McMahon (do.) 16ft 10.5ins. Sack Race — 1, Colum O'Donoghue (Moyvane) 2, Con Carroll (do.) Donkey Derby— 1, Paschal Carmody (Tarbert) ; 2. Pat Lyons (Listowel).
Singing Competition: Men's (section)—1, John Pigott (Tralee). Ladies' section) —1, Kathleen Harnett (Tournafulla).
For more visit Moyvane Athlete
https://northkerry.wordpress.com/
Parish Day Moyvane Knockanure 2019
https://youtu.be/0UiItyLUoKA
Knockanure Moyvane Party 2019
RABBITS: The season for hunting rabbits started with the first frost about mid-October and ended by about April. The trade was reckoned to be worth £500,000 per annum at a time when De Valera said ‘No man is worth more than £1,000 a year’. During the war prices were 2s 6d per rabbit. In the early 50s it was 2 shillings the equivalent of two pints of stout.
https://durrushistory.com/the-rabbit-trade-in-the-1950s-before-mymamatosis-in-the-1950s-snaring-ferrets/
22 June 2019
TRAIL: On 21st June 2019 State funding of €3.5 million for a 10.5km extension of the GST from the Limerick/Kerry Border to Listowel plus a further €3m for the 10km Tralee to Fenit Greenway has been announced.
LISTOWEL CEMETERY MASSES 2019; St. Michael’s, Tuesday June 25th at 8.00 p.m. St. John Paul II, Wednesday, June 26th at 8.00 p.m. Finuge Cemetery, Thursday, June 27th at 8.00 p.m
BALLYDONOGHUE BARDIC FESTIVAL annual fundraising Coffee Morning on Saturday, June 29th, Tomaisin's, Lisselton, 11.00am - 1.00pm. Everybody welcome.
TRIAL: Tarbert Bridewell - launch the new Digital Audio System and Audio Visual of the trial of Thomas Dillon by the Tarbert Theatre Players on Sat. 29th June at 2pm at the Bridewell, from 2pm to 4pm and enjoy a tour of the Exhibition free of charge. All are welcome.
RETIRED Councillor Liam Purtill, celebrated his retirement recently in Ballylongford Hall.
LOCAL ARTIST ON RTE 1: Brian O'Rourke is a local, award winning artist, on documentary called Exhibitionists: Road to The RHA and will be shown on RTE1 on June 27 at 10.15pm.
HARNETT REUNION: Three weeks to go. We have a full programme organised for our visitors but it is also open to anyone to join us. Free admission on Friday, July 12 to the Genealogy workshops and the Patie Boy Historical Collection in the Devon Inn. Further information 087 2500929.
BOOK LAUNCH: Pat McLoughlin from Newcastle West is about to publish his second book of short stories ‘From Head to Tale’. The book will be launched by Patrick O Donovan TD, Minister of State at the Department of Finance, Public Expenditure and Reform, on Friday, June 28 at 7.30 in the Longcourt House Hotel, Newcastle West.
BOOK: Abbeyfeale born, Brendan Lynch has published a book to commemorate the landing of Alcock and Brown at Connemara on June 15th 1919, details from 01 830 2511.
CLEAN UP: Reilig Ide Graveyard every Tuesday from 7-8pm.
SUMMER CONCERTS AT THE GLÓRACH THEATRE: We are delighted to announce that well known Irish soprano Regina Nathan will be appearing at the Glórach Theatre on Friday, July 5 at 8 pm. , please contact 0871383940.
NEW CLUB: A Tuesday Club is starting in Knocknagoshel Community Centre on Tuesday, June 25 and every other Tuesday from 11am - 3pm. Contact Betty on 087 2153796 or Breda on 087 9447674 or turn up on day.
TIDY TOWNS - Adjudication has commenced, please help the householders and businesses in ensuring that houses and their surroundings are well presented.
MONTHLY TEA DANCE AT HIBERNIAN BAR on Sunday June 30th. All proceeds from dance will go towards St. John’s Church renovation Fund.
TRACTOR SKILLS COURSE: Listowel Mart for 14-16 year olds. Contact 066 71242788.
LEARNING TO WALK WITH YOUR SENSES: Monday to Friday 24th -28th June at 9.30 p.m. sharp for one hour at Killarney House Courtyard.
LOUGH DERG 9th to 11th July, details from 087 3966 399.
ST ITA’S FAITH CAMP: Registration will take place in St Marys Boys School on Wednesday, July 3 and Thursday, July 4 3rd July from 7pm – 8 pm, please ring 087-2788834.
ANNUAL SACRED HEART NOVENA: In preparation for the Feast of the Most Sacred Heart, which takes place on Friday next, June 28th – we continue our Novena to the Sacred Heart. There will be leaflets at the back of the church.
ARDFERT RETREAT CENTRE Weekly Prayer Meetings: Led by Ben Perkins, Mon. 8.00pm-9.30pm. Sacred Circle Dance - To mark World Day of Circle Dance: Bernadette Purcell PBVM, Sat. 6th July 10.30am-4.00pm. Stress Reduction Weekend: Clodagh McCarthy, Fri. 12th to Sun. 14th July. Growing Old Gracefully: John Dunne & Mary Glynn, a guided participative experience open to all, Fri. 26th to Sun. 28th July. Foyer Of Charity Silent Retreat: Preached by Fr. Kilian Byrne, Mon. 5th to Sun.11th Aug. Enquiries contact: Helen 086 1678027 or hellywilliams@gmail.com Bookings: Phone 0667134276.
FR. SEAN SHEEHY has written a book on Faith, Prayer & Worship. Suggested donation is €10 which will go to Ard Chúram Day Care Centre for the new Purpose - built Dementia Day Care Unit that’s been built in Listowel. They are on sale in the Parish Office, Listowel.
MEDJUGORJE: Group Leader Maura O’Keeffe Harksen accompanied by Fr. Francis Nolan. September 10th2019. 7 nights in guesthouse close to St. James’ Church. Flights ex Cork airport. For information contact 066 7127143 or 087 1517696.
SERVANT: In the 1911 Census of Ireland over 116,000 females were listed as 'servant' or were recorded as the child of a servant
PAPERS: Kerryman 1904-current, Friday, June 09, 1989; Page: 20
By Tim Griffin (Sports in Kerry, see paper for much more)
The Kingdom of Kerry has seen the existence of many great athletic clubs down the years. Many of the best of them had a long association with the G.A.A. For example, as I grew up in Ballymacelligott, there was on distinction between GAA and athletic affairs in the parish. The GAA committee ran the athletic sports as one of its biggest days in the year.
But let me go back somewhat further in time. The oldest athletics club in Kerry of which I know is Knockanure, which believe it or not, was founded in 1840. This means that a 150th anniversary is due in 1990 and no doubt we will see some celebration out Knockanure way when staunch supporters of the sports there, like Jackie Cronin, Dan Keane, Father Tom McMahon, Jackie Murphy and Jim Collins, all with a lifetime of commitment to athletics, will honour the feats of men like the late Joe Sweeney, a champion cyclist of the thirties and the late Davy McMahon.
A mile or two up the road in Moyvane, the late Con Brosnan, of football fame, was also a big figure in athletic circles, as were Tom O'Connor and Moss O'Connell in a later era Duagh, too, have had a long association with the sport, firstly through the efforts of old time cyclist and official, the late Dermot O'Brien, with able help from Tom Broderick. Some years later, the Duagh committee thrived thanks to men like Dan McAuliffe and the Dillon brothers, Diarmuid and Father Paul.
Listowel always had a thriving club with both athletics and cycling to the fore. "Jet" Carroll,
Pat Healy, Anthony Dowling, Jerome Murphy, Pat Kiernan (father of marathon star Jerry) and the late Gene Moriarty kept the flag flying three and four decades ago and were followed in more recent times by Moss Heffernan, Ned Carey, Donal and Bob O'Sullivan and Fr. Kiernan O'Shea, all great committee men. Brendan O'Shea and Jerry Kiernan both won Irish marathon titles.
Coolard and Lisselton have promoted athletics for many years, thanks to staunch workers like Tom Leane, Gus Cremins, Ned Bolger, George O'Donnell, Richie Kissane, Jerdie O'Connor and Maurice O'Mahony. The border town of Tarbert has remained on the athletics map because of men like Jim Friel and Desmond O'Connor and today it thrives with great youngsters ably looked after by John and Marie McGinley.
(Picture) Heirs to a proud tradition.... the committee of St. Bernadette's Athletic Club, Knockanure. Front row (from left): Anne Woods (treasurer), Hannah Mai Collins (secretary); Ann Mulvihill , Margaret Horgan (asst treasurer). Back row! Ted O'Connor, John Looney, Pat Mulvihill, Tony Horgan (PRO), Jim Collins (chairman), Jackie Cronin. Missing from photograph) Dan Keane (vice-chairman), Jerry Woods, Ted Keane, Larry McCaffrey (trainer).
Kerryman 1904-current, Saturday, October 16, 1971; Page: 4
MRS. PHILIP O’ROURKE formally Mai O'Connor of Main Street Listowel) has, just returned, to her adopted home in 148 Ullos, San Francisco, after a very pleasant visit at the home of her brother-in-law and sister, Mr. James and Eileen Murray Of Main Street, Listowel. Before starting out in life in America, Mai had trained at Guys, Hospital, London, where she won some distinction as a young nurse. Her husband, Philip, who is a native, of Killarney, and frequently visits there, began life after leaving school, as a Radio Officer in the American Navy. Since his retirement he has been, actively engaged in the fortunes of the Radio Officers Association, as its Vice-President which, it appears, is a demanding function. The O'Rourke’s have a daughter and son—Mrs. Deirdre Watson and Philip O'Rourke. Mr O'Rourke's sister, Miss Agnes O'Rourke, lives In Killarney.
FROM NEVADA—Twenty-five-years old Michael O'Rourke's life's ambition was to find out as much as he can about the Kirbys of Listowel from whom he had sprung and after getting his degrees in business management in a university in Nevada, he set out on the long journey from Reno, Nevada, to Listowel in high hopes of the success of his mission. But In Listowel he was unable to get any clue which would put him on the right road.
He visited the local cemetery where he made a thorough inspection of the graves and disheartened by his failure to discover a Kirby, he left and went down to the town. As he walked alone Main Street a very pleasant surprise awaited him He met a clergyman—Listowel-born Monsignor William McMahon who directed him to the home of a first-cousin of his father—Edward O'Connor of Island View, Listowel, where he got a welcome reception.
He learned of his great-grandfather, Michael Kirby, who had a drapery establishment in Main Street, many years ago and who had four sons In the priesthood (one of whom was a parish priest in Fossa, Killarney, some years ago).
Michael showed the writer an old photograph of a young and lovely girl who was his grandmother—Norah Kirby who had a rare and beautiful voice. Her father, Michael Kirby, sent her to Florence, Italy, to study singing under the best teachers. Having completed her studies she returned home to Listowel and then gaily and bravely left for America to become a singer.
On arrival, Norah stayed with her brother, Fr. Pat who was at the time, the Assistant Pastor of St. Agnes Church in San Francisco where she became a singing teacher instead. One of her pupils was a member of a well-known family named Jack O'Rourke, who stayed with his brother, Isaac William O'Rourke, Chief Veterinary Surgeon for the city of San Francisco {"Horses," said Michael, "were very important in 1897"). Well, it appears that Jack's voice became vastly improved in a short time and so did his affection for the charming Norah Kirby and in a short time they were married. Her son John was Michael's father. Michael left Listowel with numerous references and photographs of the old home of his great-grandfather and of the Butler Arms in Waterville, which had been owned by his , grand-aunt, Mary Kirby, who was later Mrs. Jones, who sold it to the, Huggards. The late Catherine Kirby, Mrs O'Connor, mother of Mr Edward O'Connor was also daughter of the late Ml. Kirby..
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Italian priest concelebrates his 100th birthday Mass with his 4 sons, also priests
https://aleteia.org/2019/06/17/italian-priest-concelebrates-his-100th-birthday-mass-with-his-4-sons-also-priests/
DEATH of Franco Zeffirelli on Saturday at the age of 96 marked the end of a movie-making era. The famed and prolific Italian director was known for lots of things — his joy of living, extravagant lifestyle and love for the opera and William Shakespeare. He will also be remembered for is his deep Roman Catholic faith. He was also a man truly blessed by God. The world may have never have come to know his art had he not escaped death twice during his life. …
Redemptorist Novena 2019
JUST A THOUGHT; Do all you can, by all the means you can, in all the ways you can, in all the places you can, to all the peoples you can, as long as ever you can.
FR. SEAN SHEEHY has written a book on Faith, Prayer & Worship. Suggested donation is €10 which will go to Ard Chúram Day Care Centre for the new Purpose - built Dementia Day Care Unit that’s been built in Listowel. They are on sale in the Parish Office, Listowel.
ANNUAL SUMMER CAMP: at Listowel Family Resource Centre from July 1-August 17 inclusive.
The camp runs from 9.15am-1..15am daily. Further details from Patricia Lyons on 068 23584.
ROAD CLOSURE UPDATE: The L1013 (Bog Road). from Tarmons Cross to The Cross of the woods will be closed from Monday 17thJune at 8 am. This will be a 24-hour closure until 7pm on Friday 21th June. The road will be fully opened on weekend. Info from Vince on 087 9980226. Also the planned commencement date for works on theL1021 from Banbury’s cross to Gale Bridge is 17th June until 21st June. These works are for passing bays only and the road will remain fully opened. Info from Pádraig on 086 6072159.
HARNETT REUNION: Press Launch Leens Hotel Wednesday, June 19 at 7pm. 4 weeks to go. We have a full programme organised for our visitors but it is also open to anyone to join us. Free admission on Friday, July 12 to the Genealogy workshops and the Patie Boy Historical Collection in the Devon Inn. Tickets for the variety concert in Tournafulla on Friday, July 12 will be available on the door. Brian Harnett Tenor has confirmed that he will be performing. Tickets for the Gala banquet and bus tour available from Batt Harnett or Ann Lyons. There will be genealogy, bus tours, a concert, a gala banquet and a memorial Mass, all at different venues around West Limerick/North Kerry. The event is open to everybody.
MONTHLY TEA DANCE AT HIBERNIAN BAR on Sunday June 30th. All proceeds from dance will go towards St. John’s Church Ballybunion renovation Fund
ST JOHN’S: Thu 20th @ 11am- MAMMA- MIA -A short musical. End of term performance by Kerry Parents and Friends, directed by Joe Burkett; Tues 25th - Fri 28th - THE WIZARD OF OZ - End of term presentation by Theatrix Stage School directed by Jo Jordan. Details from 068 22566.
RETREAT: June Retreat Days at Glenstal Abbey Mon 24th - One Day Retreat for Men. Tues 25th - Silent Retreat Day for Women. Wed 26th Day Retreat for Women (not silent). Reflect, relax and pray in the peaceful and beautiful surrounds of the Abbey. Guided by monks of the monastery, the day will include a number of talks, Mass, Exposition of the Blessed Sacrament and the Sacrament of Reconciliation. Meals and Refreshment breaks are included. Registration 10am. Finish 5pm. Cost €45. For more information; 061-621005 events@glenstal.com/ www.glenstal.com/abbey
TAIZE: Youth Pilgrimage to Taizé –the diocesan youth pilgrimage to Taizé, France. The group aged between 16-30 years will fly to Taizé on Sunday, June 23rd and return on Sunday, June 30th 2019. We fly from Dublin airport to Lyons. The cost of the pilgrimage is €500. Please contact Tomás Kenny on 086 3683778 or email Tomás on tomaskenny@dioceseofkerry.ie for more information.
SISTERHOOD OF ELIZABETH NUNS FROM BELARUS visited Listowel church on Wednesday morning 12th June for morning Mass. They had a display of handmade Icons, ceramics, decorations & other artefacts produced in the workshop in their convent.
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ARDFERT RETREAT CENTRE Sacred Circle Dance -To mark World Day of Circle Dance: Bernadette Purcell PBVM, Sat. 6th July 10.30am-4.00pm.Stress Reduction Weekend: Clodagh McCarthy, Fri.12th to Sun. 14th July.
ST ITA’S FAITH CAMP registration will take place in St Marys boys school Abbeyfeale on Wed 3rd July and also Thursday 4thJuly from 7pm –8 pm. All children need to be registered before camp. We also need 2 single rooms to accommodate visiting volunteers 087-2788834.
MOVING ON: Are you a woman looking for work in Kerry? Would you like to reach your full potential? If so, we can provide free training, support and links with employers. To find out if you are eligible or to book a place at our next information morning contact Lisa: lisaoflaherty@newkd.ie087 764 7446Moving On Open Morning: 10.00-12.00 Wed 19th June Aras an Phobail Tralee.
LEARNING TO WALK WITH YOUR SENSES –Anne Alcock Slow walking, meditative awareness. Includes sitting. Killarney House courtyard and lavender-Garden Choose any morning(s) Mon –Fri24thto 28thJune9.30 sharp. I hour. Facilitator/instruction Anne Alcock Pre booking necessary–daily numbers limited to 20. 085 801 7973
VOCATIONS AFTER NOON Poor Clare Monastery, College Road, Cork. Saturday June 29th 2 -4.30 pm, for young women considering a vocation Email: vocationspoorclarescork@gmail.com www.poorclarescork.ie
Walking the bog road
TRUMP: On Tuesday, June 18, at 8pm ET, President Trump will kick off his 2020 campaign with a rally in Orlando, Florida.
HOLY WELLS DAY: Sunday June 16th. Visit a local Holy Well and pray in thanksgiving for the gift of water. O God of All Creation, teach us how to protect water on which all living things depend, plants, animals, fish, birds, humans. Help us to ensure that water may always flow freely and purely for all your creation. May your Spirit soften our hearts and enlighten us so that we may act responsibly to protect water, the vital source of life in our common home. Amen.
150 YEARS OF ST. JOHN’S CHURCH Tralee. Next year, 2020, will mark the 150th anniversary of the dedication of St. John’s Church. A meeting will be held in the Parish Centre on Wednesday June 26th at 7.30pm to get ideas on how to mark this special occasion. All welcome.
MUSEUM: The Irish Emigration Museum has become a must-see for every visitor to Dublin. And now it has been voted Europe's Leading Tourist Attraction for 2019 at The World Travel Awards, The Dublin docklands museum won over attractions such as Buckingham Palace, Rome's Colosseum and the Eiffel Tower. And this June, with our exclusive 2 For 1 ticket offer, there has never been a better time for Ireland Reaching Out member to visit this innovative museum, which honours the stories of Irish emigrants who became scientists, politicians, poets, artists and even outlaws all over the world.
PAPERS: Kerry Champion 1928-1958, Saturday, March 08, 1930; Page: 6
KNOCKANUFE WEDDING BELLS.
MARRIAGE OF PROMINENT REPUBLICAN.
The marriage took place on Saturday morning at Knockanure Church, of Mr. Patrick O’Callaghan, N.T., Knockanure to Miss Bessie Cronin, Knockanure, the officiating clergyman being the Rev. M. Keane, P.P. Newtownsandes, who afterwards celebrated Nuptial Mass, only a few immediate friends being present owing to recent bereavements in both the bride and bridegroom's families. Miss J. Cronin, Listowel was bridesmaid and Mr D Daly, N.T. Listowel was best man. The bride, who is well-known in Republican circles in North Kerry was an active member of Cumman Na mBan during the Anglo-Irish and Civil Wars. The bridegroom, who is a native of Dingle and a native Irish speaker is principal in the Knockanure Boys' School and is very well known throughout Kerry and West Limerick. A lifelong Separatist, he was interned in 1922 and 1923. Mr. O'Callaghan is secretary of the Kerry Dail Ceantair Sinn Fein and Chairman of the North Kerry Republican Soldiers' Memorial Committee.
Irish Independent 1905-current, Saturday, April 06, 1957; Page: 10
Sunday independent
FOR Sale. Irish Terrier Bitch. 2-yearsold. first-class pedigree, no faults, £5 or nearest. Apply Cronin. Knockanure. Co. Kerry. FOR Sale 4 pedigree Wire-haired Fox Terrier Puppies, 3 male. 1 female; great pets. 8 weeks old. Box 22214.
Irish Independent 1905-current, 18.02.1959, page 15
IRISH Terrier puppies for sale, pedigree, dogs, £3. bitches £2. Cronin, Knockanure, Moyvane, Co. Kerry.
Irish Independent 25 June 1960 p19
IRISH Terrier male Puppy for sale, pedigree. 3 months old, £4; beauty: Cronin, Knockanure, Moyvane.
Irish Independent 1 Nov. 1962
COCKER Spaniel Puppies for sale; pure bred; 6 weeks old; males.£3. Cronin. Knockanure, Moyvane. FOR sale, two Golden Cocker Bitches, 11 months, very well bred. B. McCoy, Hale Street. Ardee.
Evening Herald 1891-current, Monday, November 05, 1962; Page: 14
CHAMPION-bred Cocker-spaniel, blue roan Puppies for sale. Registered I.K.C., 8 weeks. Woodlyn Princess by Lickbla Barney. Price 10 gns. each. Mrs. M. O'Brien, Dormstown House, Navan. DX6 COCKER Spaniel Puppies for sale; pure bred; 6 weeks-old; males £3. Cronin Knockanure, Moyvane. COCKER Pups, show standard, outstanding quality, male, female. Call 216 Lower Kimmage Road.
Limerick Leader 1905-current, 07.11.1964, page 25
For sale, 1 cwt of Garlic at 1/6 per lb; 1 cwt Shallots at 6s per st.- Cronin, Knockanure, Moyvane.
Some more history
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CHOIR: The Jesuit High School Choir from Carmichael, California, U.S.A. led by Leah Heine and Rex Rallanka, will sing at the 6.10pm Mass in Tralee on Saturday June 15
BOOKS, DVDs AND CDs: for sale every Thursday at Kerry Life and Family Centre (in lane beside the Imperial Hotel, Denny Street) from 10.45am to 4pm. All welcome. Enquiries 087 659 0551.
TRALEE 10- 30AM MASS SUNDAY 16th June, will be celebrated in The Kerry Group Marquee in Tralee Town Park (entrance by main gates) as part of the annual Féile na mBláth @ The Park Festival.
ARDFERT RETREAT CENTRE - Weekly Prayer Meetings: Led by Ben Perkins, Mon. 8pm-9.30pm. Growing Old Gracefully: John Dunne & Mary Glynn, a guided participative experience, Fri. 14th to Sun. 16th June. Sacred Circle Dance - To mark World Day of Circle Dance: Bernadette Purcell PBVM, Sat. 6th July 10.30am-4pm. Stress Reduction Weekend: Clodagh McCarthy, Fri. 12th to Sun. 14th July. For bookings: Phone 066-7134276.
SURGERY OVER THE BORDER: Are you on a HSE waiting list? Know someone who is?
Visit crossbordersurgery.co.uk for more information. Do not forget that Nenagh General Hospital offers cataract operations.
CELEBRATIONS: The Bruach Na Carraige Cultural Centre in Rockchapel is in operation twenty years this June. To mark the occasion there will be Mass in the Centre on Friday June 14 at 8pm followed by a rambling house session. On Saturday, June 15 there will be a concert featuring Bryan O Leary on accordion, Anne O Connell on Fiddle, Francis O Connor on flute, Brien Mooney on bouzouki, Nickie and Ann McAuliffe, Ceoltoiri Sliabh Luachra, and others, All welcome.
MENS HEALTH WEEK: Men’s health week will run from Monday June 10 -16. The overall aims of MHW are to: Heighten awareness of preventable health problems for males of all ages. Support men and boys to engage in healthier lifestyle choices / activities. Encourage the early detection and treatment of health difficulties in males.
WEST LIMERICK MENTAL HEALTH ASSOCIATION: Next meeting Tuesday, June 18 at 8pm in Maple Lodge NCW. Further information Mary Danagher 086 3514700. New members welcome.
GOLDEN Jubilee Celebration: Fr. Tom Crawford will celebrate his Golden Jubilee in June 2019. Mass will be celebrated in the Church of the Immaculate Conception, Glin on Sunday 23rd June at 1pm
ST JOHN’S: Sat 15th @ 4pm CRUINNIÚ NA NÓG “THE MAN WHO WAS MAGIC”,
presented by Tony Baloney Puppet Theatre. Suitable for 4 -10 year olds. Admission Free. In association with Kerry Co. Council.
Thu 20th @ 11am MAMMA- MIA
A short musical. End of term performance by Kerry Parents and Friends, directed by Joe Burkett.
Tues 25th - Fri 28th THE WIZARD OF OZ
End of term presentation by Theatrix Stage School directed by Jo Jordan.
D-Day Maureen Flavin Sweeney
ANAM CARA KERRY - the organisation that supports bereaved parents, is holding a Parent Evening on Tuesday 11th June at 7.20pm in Recovery Haven, 5 Haig's Terrace, Killierisk, Tralee, Co. Kerry. This event is free and open to all bereaved parents regardless of the age your child died, the circumstances of their death, or whether their death was recent or not. Please note there are no events in July or August. Please contact us on info@anamcara.ie or 085-2888888.
UNDERSTANDING & MANAGING CHILDREN & YOUNG PEOPLE’S ANXIETIES & WORRIES: This FREE workshop will be held on Thursday, June 13, at 7pm in the Newcastle West Library, in association with West Limerick Resources' SICAP programme. There will be a Q&A session at the end of the workshop, which is being delivered by Carina McEvoy, qualified clinical hypnotherapist & psychotherapist. To register your place for the workshop please contact Dearbhla, at West Limerick Resources, on 087 6750869 or email dconlon@wlr.ie
HARNETT REUNION: Carina Prendeville is currently working on their magazine and is looking for family pictures, stories, histories. You can contact her on harnettreunion2019@gmail.com
A full programme organised for our visitors but it is also open to anyone to join. Free admission on Friday, July 12 to the Genealogy workshops and the Patie Boy Historical Collection in the Devon Inn. Tickets for the variety concert in Tournafulla on Friday, July 12 will be available on the door. Brian Harnett Tenor has confirmed that he will be performing. Tickets for the Gala banquet and bus tour available from Batt Harnett or Ann Lyons. There will be genealogy, bus tours, a concert, a gala banquet and a memorial Mass, all at different venues around West Limerick/North Kerry.
The event is open to everybody.
PRAY: From Ascension Day, Thursday May 30th until Sunday June 10th Pentecost Sunday, Christians all over the world will be pray for the gift of God’s spirit on those we love and on all people. People pray hoping to be more attentive to God’s spirit in the world. They hope especially that those who have lost a sense of connection with Jesus Christ might be encouraged and inspired to know him anew in their lives.
MEDJUGORJE PRAYER GROUP will meet straight after 10.30am Mass Monday 10th February in the Parish Meeting Room.
SISTERHOOD OF ELIZABETH NUNS FROM BELARUS will be visiting our church on Wednesday morning next 12th June for 10.30am. morning Mass. They will have a small display of handmade Icons, ceramics, decorations & other artefacts produced in the workshop in their convent for sale after mass.
JUNE RETREAT DAYS AT GLENSTAL ABBEY Monday 24th - One Day Retreat for Men. Tuesday 25th - Silent Retreat Day for Women. Wednesday 26th - Day Retreat for Women (not silent). Reflect, relax and pray in the peaceful and beautiful surrounds of the Abbey. Guided by monks of the monastery, the day will include a number of talks, Mass, Exposition of the Blessed Sacrament and the Sacrament of Reconciliation. Meals and Refreshment breaks are included. Registration 10am. Finish 5pm. Cost €45. For more information; 061-621005 / events@glenstal.com / www.glenstal.com/abbey
VACANCY EXISTS on Community Employment for a Housekeeper in Talbot Grove, Castleisland and an Administrator Resource Centre, Lyreacrompane (temporary post).If eligible contact 087/2747626 or email: bridiedillon@islandcrowngroup.com.
KERRY DIOCESAN PILGRIMAGE TO LOURDES 2019: 29th August to 3rd September 175th Anniversary of St. Bernadette. Contact: Janice O’Sullivan 064 7758219.
ARTIST ON RTE 1: Brian O'Rourke is a local, award winning artist, who received his Honors Degree in Fine Art Painting from Limerick School of Art and Design (LSAD) in 2018. He is one of 6 artists, selected nationally, to take part in RTE'S upcoming documentary focusing on preparation and Artistic process for Royal Hibernian Academy (RHA) open call show. The documentary is called Exhibitionists: Road to The RHA and will be shown on RTE1 on June 27 at 10.15pm.
HOST FAMILIES WANTED: Wanted host families for French students for 2 or 3 weeks during the summer. Contact Catherine at 0876255679 or email me at hostfamilies17@gmail.com .
BOOK FLUID FORMS – LIAM FLYNN: Two weeks left of our campaign and, thanks to our funders and supporters, we have reached 161% of our funding target. At this point our focus is on honouring Liam’s memory by distributing Fluid Forms widely. We anticipate launching Fluid Forms on December 5 at Oliver Sears Gallery, Dublin. You can pre-order the book on our Fund:it site (40 euro/copy) @ https://fundit.ie/project/fluid-forms---liam-flynn
PRESIDENT TRUMP: Deserted Shannon Airport 5 June 2019. President Trump on his first visit to ireland as President, seven US presidents have visited Ireland while in office. J F Kennedy was first in 1963. Just before the President’s visit, only Garda presence visible, no sign of welcome or protesters. https://youtu.be/u6t2NZpzh3A
LOCAL: The idea for Brona Chocolate initiated from running our shop, Mr Duffy’s Traditional Sweetshop in Tralee. Though we were stocking Irish chocolate (and there are many brilliant Irish chocolatiers) we felt that nobody was producing a large range of bars such as we were having to import from the UK and Europe. So began an incredible journey into research and training.
Little did I know that chocolate is the most complex compound known to science with over 1500 identified flavour components (compared to 500 in wine).
At Brona Chocolate we have perfected twenty-four different flavour combinations so far – something to suit everyone.
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Skibbereen Eagle 13 May 1922
RIC casualties from 1st January 1919 to 11th July 1921, date of truce; Policemen killed 366; Wounded 572; Soldiers killed 128; wounded 296- total 1,362.
See paper for payments for disbanded policemen.
Freemans Journal 1763-1924, 01.11.1924, page 8
Revival of Railway Smoking Concert was held on Thursday at the Mansion House, it was the first reunion since 1919. Sir Walter Nugent, Bart., presided. Singing by Miss Caroline Hutchard and Mr. Thrope Bates. Other Dublin artists also contributed including, Miss Agnes L O’Kelly, Mr J C Doyle, Mr Joseph O’ Neill. Jimmy O’Dea provided comedy.
Irish Examiner 1841-current, 29.10.1927, page 10
Catholic Journalist Honoured; Martin Melvin K.G.C.S.G. was knighted by King in birthday list. He was chairman of Birmingham Catholic Reunion 1916-1919. Chairman National Congress in 1923. Pope Benedict XV conferred towards end of the war. He was proprietor of the “Universe”
Recent commemoration of fourth century sack of Rome and part played by Swiss Guards.
Pilgrimage to Rome under the Franciscan Fathers.
Irish Examiner 1841-current, 26.02.1946, page 3
WAR: We remember that in World War 1, though hostilities ceased in November 1918, casualties in 1919 were the heaviest of all. The awful thought was that the so called finished war had yet to claim the majority of its victims. As a result of war it was for the people to help the Red Cross in their endeavours. Fr Duggan said that Men are brothers not because they are sons of the same mother, not because they are citizens of the same state. It is fundamental Christianity that men are brothers primary and essentially because for each and every one of them God poured out his Blood in Redemptive Sacrifice. (See paper for full report)
Irish Press 1931-1995, 18.12.1971, page 12
Book; Irish Statesman and Rebel; The Two Lives of Eamon de Valera, by Bill Severn, reviewed by George Rice. Up Dev down Cos shouted the Dublin woman.
De Valera visited America in 1919 and met his elderly mother. Huge crowds greeted Dev in America and he answered questions about IRA and remarked that English said the same about America when they were fighting for their freedom. He wanted an Irish Republic for the whole Island.
Irish Examiner 1841-current, 29.11.1978, page 6
William Barry’s History of the Port of Cork Steam Navigation 1815 to 1915. It contains many facts up to 1918. (See Journal of Cork Historical and Archaeological Society 1919)
Kenmare torpedoed March 1918, with loss of 27 crew. Innisfallen sunk by German submarine May 23 1918, loss 11 lives; Cormorant sunk by mine Oct 1914, crew saved; Fulmar sunk by mine March 1916, one of crew drowned; Inniscarra, sunk by German submarine May 12 1918 loss of 28 lives; Dotterel sunk by mine 29 Nov. five lives lost; Lestris captured by German destroyers July 1916; Serula sunk by torpedo 16 Sept. 1918 with 13 lives lost; Lismore sunk German submarine April 12 1917 with loss of five lives; Merganiser sunk by submarine in Nov. 1915 crew saved; Bandon sunk by torpedo 13 April 1917, loss of 27 lives; Bitten sunk by submarine Aug. 1915, crew saved; Vaneellus sunk by mine Oct 1 1916, three of crew drowned; Tringa sunk by submarine 26 Nov.1915 three lives lost; Rallus sunk by submarine Sept 1916, crew saved; Dafila torpedoed July 1917, loss of two lives and Clangula torpedoed Nov. 1917, loss of 15 crew. Book contains picture of Ardmore which was sunk by torpedo Nov 1917 with loss of 19 lives.
GLIN Parish Pastoral Council – Golden Jubilee Celebration: Fr. Tom Crawford will celebrate his Golden Jubilee in June 2019. To mark this momentous occasion, Glin Parish Pastoral Council will host a celebration. Mass will be celebrated in the Church of the Immaculate Conception, Glin on Sunday 23rd June at 1pm (no 11 o’ clock mass). Afterwards there will be a light buffet served in Ceol Corbraí Hall.
ANAM CARA KERRY - the organisation that supports bereaved parents, is holding a Parent Evening on Tuesday 11th June at 7.20pm in Recovery Haven, 5 Haig's Terrace, Killierisk, Tralee, Co. Kerry. This event is free and open to all bereaved parents regardless of the age your child died, the circumstances of their death, or whether their death was recent or not. Please note there are no events in July or August. Please contact us on info@anamcara.ie or 085-2888888.
SUMMER CONCERT: The Annual Broadford Summer Concert takes place on Friday, June 7 at 8.00 p.m. preceeded by a wine reception from 7.15 p.m.
HOST FAMILIES WANTED: Wanted host families for French students for 2 or 3 weeks during the summer. Contact Catherine at 0876255679 or email me at hostfamilies17@gmail.com Rosary every Friday evening during May.
CLEAN UP: Reilig Ide Graveyard every Tuesday from 7-8pm. More help is always appreciated as the graveyard is quite large. In order to help with this families are encouraged to maintain their own graves and one near yours if that family is no longer able to. We appreciate any help you can give.
ARTIST ON RTE 1: Brian O'Rourke is a local, award winning artist, who received his Honors Degree in Fine Art Painting from Limerick School of Art and Design (LSAD) in 2018. He is one of 6 artists, selected nationally, to take part in RTE'S upcoming documentary focusing on preparation and Artistic process for Royal Hibernian Academy (RHA)open call show. The documentary is called Exhibitionists: Road to The RHA and will be shown on RTE1 on June 27 @10.15pm.
LAUNCH OF WEST LIMERICK BIODIVERSITY CONSERVATION PLAN: Takes place Tuesday, June 4, at 7:30pm, in the Desmond Complex, Newcastle West. All are welcome to attend. To register your attendance please contact Elaine, at West Limerick Resources CLG, edillon@wlr.ie or call 069 66296.
PILGRIMAGE TO KNOCK: The Legion of Mary annual Pilgrimage to Knock Sunday, June 9. Bus leaving the Church of The Assumption Abbeyfeale at7.00 am sharp. €20, must be paid beforehand to ensure a seat. Please contact: Bernard Broderick 068 31565, Sean Broderick 068 31213, Michael Lane 068 32757, 087 298084, Gerard O'Callaghan 087 2980841 and David Davy 087 0994272.
YOGA CLASSES: Yoga classes Abbeyfeale every Wednesday evening from 7 – 8.30pm. Yoga is a great activity; it gives you strength, flexibility and mind-body awareness. Contact Mike 087 2732591.
MEMORY TECHNOLOGY RESOURCE ROOM. HSE, Tralee. Are you worried about your memory or that of a loved one? Speak to a Health Professional about your concerns. See and try out devices that promote independence, safety and quality of life. Get information on where you can buy these devices and on other local services. Visits are free and by appointment only. Please contact 086 7809989. For people with memory problems (including dementia), their families, carers and healthcare professionals.
MOYVANE CEMETERY MASSES Ahavoher, Monday 5th, Knockanure, Tuesday 6th & Murhur Wednesday 7th August. All at 8pm.
LOUGH DERG PILGRIMAGE 2019 Cork to Lough Derg Pilgrimage, leaving cork City at 9am on Saturday 8th June pick ups available in Mallow, Limerick, Galway Sligo & Dundoran. Returning on Tuesday 11th June. Overnight stay Saturday night in Bundoran, onto Lough Derg Sunday for the 3- Day Pilgrimage. Return journey on Tuesday with a stop for mass in Knock. For further info & Bookings contact Paddy O Sullivan on 021-450 2572.
HARNETT REUNION: 5 weeks to go. Confirmation received this week of four Harnett speakers giving presentations on family genealogy including one on the Indian connection. Carina Prendeville is currently working on our magazine and is looking for family pictures, stories, histories. You can contact her on harnettreunion2019@gmail.com
We have a full programme organised for our visitors but it is also open to anyone to join us. Free admission on Friday, July 12 to the Genealogy workshops and the Patie Boy Historical Collection in the Devon Inn. Tickets for the variety concert in Tournafulla on Friday, July 12 will be available on the door. Brian Harnett Tenor has confirmed that he will be performing. Tickets for the Gala banquet and bus tour available from Batt Harnett or Ann Lyons. There will be genealogy, bus tours, a concert, a gala banquet and a memorial Mass, all at different venues around West Limerick/North Kerry. Please spread the word far and wide. The event is open to everybody.
CONFERENCE: The Child in our Midst – Maynooth Conference 07Jun, Scripture, Liturgy and the Spirituality of the Child – The Child in our Midst
On June 7th and 8th, St. Patrick’s College, Maynooth will host a conference on the subject of the spiritual life of the child and their place in the community of faith. The keynote speaker will be Annemarie Dillon from Killavullen who will speak on: “Children in the midst? On marginality, the center and the challenges of turning social norms upside down.” There will be a number of Plenary Sessions with a variety of speakers and there will be two sessions for workshops. Some of the workshop will be: Stories of God at Home; Children and the Spirituality of Motherhood; Children and Grief; The Directory for Masses with Children. For further information contact specialevents@spcm.ie. To register for Conference www.eventbrite.ie
PILGRIMAGE to Taizé – There are still places remaining for the diocesan youth pilgrimage to Taizé, France. The group aged between 16-30 years will fly to Taizé on Sunday, June 23rd and return on Sunday, June 30th 2019. We fly from Dublin airport to Lyons. The cost of the pilgrimage is €500. Please contact Tomás Kenny on 086 3683778 or email Tomás on tomaskenny@dioceseofkerry.ie for more information.
MEDJUGORJE: Group Leader Maura O’Keeffe Harksen accompanied by Fr. Francis Nolan. September 10th2019. 7 nights in guesthouse close to St. James’ Church. Flights ex Cork airport. For information contact 066 7127143 or 087 1517696.
PILGRIMAGE TO LOURDES: Led by Bishop Ray Browne. 175th Anniversary of the Birth of St. Bernadette. Theme: “Blessed are the Poor”. 29th August to 3rd of September. Flights ex Kerry Airport. All bookings, to Mrs. Janice O’Sullivan, Droum House, Nohoval Upper, Rathmore, Co. Kerry. Telephone 064 7758219 or email: joskdp@eircom.net KNOCK SHRINE: All Ireland Rosary Rally. Saturday 1stJune. Bus leaving Castleisland at 7am. Contact 066 7147494 or 066 7141541. CARMELITE PILGRIMAGE TO PARIS AND LISIEUX: Fri 27thSeptember to Wend 2nd October. Spiritual Director: Fr. Dan Callaghan, O. Carm. Further Information from 01 241 0800 (Joe Walsh Tours).
GARDEN: for information on how you can attract wildlife into your garden.www.irishwildflowers.ie www.biodiversity.ie See pollinators.ie
COMPUTERS: HP using Israeli cybersecurity technology on its new computers.
BOOK: Robert Pierse recently launched his book, Under the Bed, Stories and Thoughts from a Desert Island.
BOOK FLUID FORMS – LIAM FLYNN: Two weeks left of our campaign and, thanks to our funders and supporters, we have reached 161% of our funding target. At this point our focus is on honouring Liam’s memory by distributing Fluid Forms widely. We anticipate launching Fluid Forms on December 5 at Oliver Sears Gallery, Dublin. You can pre-order the book on our Fund:it site (40 euro/copy) @ https://fundit.ie/project/fluid-forms---liam-flynn
BLACKSOD LIGHTHOUSE. Maureen Flavin Sweeney of Knockanure was married to Ted Sweeney.
Ted’s son Vincent is now the keeper of Blacksod lighthouse and it was Ted who supplied the crucial forecast to the Allied forces on June 4, 1944. Vincent takes up the story. “The invasion was planned for June 5, 1944, and my father was requested to give the weather forecast from Blacksod, being the most north-westerly point and weather station, so he gave it. But that weather forecast was not suitable for an invasion, as it came across Ireland, down through England and into the English Channel, and it was blowing a near gale, so the D-Day landings, Operation Overlord, was delayed for one day and it went ahead on the morning of June 6, 1944, and that is as a result of the forecast from Blacksod,” says Vincent.
FLU; 100 years ago, Ireland had a devastating epidemic. The Spanish Flu, infected around 800,000 people in Ireland and claimed 23,000 lives over a 12 month period. Worldwide Over a year and a half, 18 million people died.
OLD SONGS:
Oh Danny boy, the pipes, the pipes are calling
From glen to glen, and down the mountain side
The summer's gone, and all the flowers are dying
'Tis you, 'tis you must go and I must bide.
But come ye back when summer's in the meadow
Or when the valley's hushed and white with snow
'Tis I'll be here in sunshine or in shadow
Oh Danny boy, oh Danny boy, I love you so.
A Mother's Love is a Blessing
An Irish boy was leaving
Leaving his native home,
Crossing the broad Atlantic,
Once more he wished to roam,
And as he was leaving his mother,
While standing on the Quay,
He threw his arms around her waist
And this to her did say:
And as the years grow onward,
I'll settle down in life,
And I'll choose a nice young colleen,
And take her for my wife.
And as the kids grow older,
They'll play around my knee
And I'll teach them the very same lesson
That my mother taught to me:
Chorus:
A mother's love is a blessing,
No matter where you roam.
Keep her while she's living,
You'll miss her when she's gone.
Love her as in childhood,
When feeble, old and grey,
For you'll never miss a mother's love
'til she's buried beneath the clay.
CHORUS
Ah De Do Ah De Do Da Day, Ah De Do Ah De A
He whistled and he sang till the green woods rang
and he won the heart of a lady
Gypsy Rover came over the hill
down through the valley so shady
He whistled and he sang till the green woods rang
and he won the heart of a lady CHORUS
CHORUS
If you're Irish come into the parlor,
There's a welcome there for you;
If your name is Timothy or Pat,
So long as you come from Ireland,
There's a welcome on the mat,
If You come from the Mountains of Mourne,
Or Killarney's lakes so blue,
We'll sing you a song and we'll make a fuss,
Whoever you are you are one of us,
If you're Irish, this is the place for you!
Some Cork History
http://www.corkpastandpresent.ie/places/northcork/grovewhitenotes/gw4.pdf
25 may 2019
THE WESTMINSTER LOURDES CHOIR FROM LONDON Invites Parishioners in Kerry to The Cathedral on Thursday 30th May at 7pm. The performance lasts approximately 1 hour. As a choir we didn't just want to come and perform we wanted to give something back to the community as well, which is why we will be having a shared retiring collection in aid of the Kerry/Cork Cancer Link bus.
CHURCH MUSIC ASSOCIATION is celebrating its 50th year this year and to mark the celebration, it is holding a two day Conference: ‘Rejoice and Sing –Remembering, Celebrating and Moving Forward’on July 1st and 2nd in St. Patrick’s College, Maynooth. The Summer School Rejoice and Sing with special guest speaker, Fr. Michael Joncas, will take place July 1st- 5th in St Patrick’s College, Maynooth. The booking forms can be downloaded from the diocesan website.
STROKE DAY SERVICE: POST STROKE SERVICE WITH PHYSIO AND NURSING SUPPORTS ( 12 Week programme) 10.00 am to 3 pm (1 Day a week )in Baile Mhuire Day Care Centre Tralee. Referrals accepted from the whole County. For Further information and Referral Contact: Rose on 066 7123373.
NEW MEMORY TECHNOLOGY RESOURCE ROOM. HSE, Tralee. Are you worried about your memory or that of a loved one? Speak to a Health Professional about your concerns. See and try out devices that promote independence, safety and quality of life. Get information on where you can buy these devices and on other local services. Visits are free and by appointment only. Please contact 086 7809989. For people with memory problems (including dementia), their families, carers and healthcare professionals.
PILGRIMAGE TO MEDJUGORJE: Group Leader Maura O’Keeffe Harksen accompanied by Fr. Francis Nolan. September 10th2019. 7 nights in guesthouse close to St. James’ Church. Flights ex Cork airport. For information contact 066 7127143 or 087 1517696.
KERRY DIOCESAN PILGRIMAGE TO LOURDES: Led by Bishop Ray Browne. 175th Anniversary of the Birth of St. Bernadette. Theme: “Blessed are the Poor”. 29th August to 3rd of September. Flights ex Kerry Airport. All bookings, to Mrs. Janice O’Sullivan, Droum House, Nohoval Upper, Rathmore, Co. Kerry. Telephone 064 7758219 or email: joskdp@eircom.net
ST JOHN’S Listowel.
Thu 30th at 1pm -THE CURSE OF THE BUTTON ACCORDION - Lunchtime Theatre
Written and performed by Sharon Mannion.
5pm -THE MAKING OF IRELAND – New Irish Voices
The migration crisis, integration and loneliness. With Sorcha Pollak and Bryan Fanning, chaired by Rhona Tarrant.
8:30pm - INISFALLEN FARE THEE WELL- Sean O’Casey
Ronan Wilmot presents a fascinating story of a working class Protestant born in a tenement who went on to write three of the greatest plays of the 20thcentury.
Fri 31st- 10am - PROPER BOOK WRITING & ILLUSTRATING FOR CHILDREN
With Sarah Webb, Daiden O’ Regan, Grainne Clear and Chris Judge.
1pm- RED NOISE – Lunchtime Theatre
With comedian Owen O’Neill.
3:30pm- SHORT AND SNAPPY - Writing
With Sinead Gleeson and Ian Maleney.
5pm- ART EXHIBITION – DRAÍOCHT
Featuring Syra Larkin, Jane Hilliard, Helen Lowe, Sheila Richardson, Frank O’Sullivan, Henry Morgan and Jimmy Brohan.
8:30pm-LIFE SUCKS
A new working of Chekov’s UNCLE VANYA. Presented by Corofin Dramatic Society
DETAILS from 068 22566
BOOK FLUID FORMS – LIAM FLYNN: We are midway through our six week campaign to support the publication of Fluid Forms and, thanks to an overwhelming response, have far exceeded our funding target. We are truly grateful to our funders and everyone who has shared our links and posts. It is a measure of the regard for Liam Flynn. We are continuing our fundit campaign to give possible supporters the opportunity to pre order their copy of Fluid Forms. Fluid Forms will be a permanent record of Liam’s achievement, and we want to honour his memory by distributing it as widely as possible. This 118 page coffee table style book will feature over 85 images of Liam's work as well as essays by Roger Bennet and Yvonne McEnery. You can pre-order the book on our Fund:it site at €40 per copy. @ https://fundit.ie/project/fluid-forms---liam-flynn Besides the opportunity to purchase the book - please see the donor rewards for supporting the publication. Additional information at: http://www.liamflynnwoodturner.com/fund-it.html Thank you for your support.
HARNETT REUNION: 6 weeks left. Confirmation received this week of two Harnetts coming from Hawaii. They will be joining people from Italy, New Zealand, the US and Canada and the UK who have booked already. Carina Prendeville is currently working on our magazine and is looking for family pictures, stories, histories. You can contact her on harnettreunion2019@gmail.com
We have a full programme organised for our visitors but it is also open to anyone to join us. Free admission on Friday, July 12 to the Genealogy workshops and the Patie Boy Historical Collection in the Devon Inn. Tickets for the variety concert in Tournafulla on Friday, July 12 will be available on the door. Tickets for the Gala banquet and bus tour available from Batt Harnett or Ann Lyons. There will be genealogy, bus tours, a concert, a gala banquet and a memorial Mass, all at different venues around West Limerick/North Kerry. Please spread the word far and wide. The event is open to everybody.
Kerryman 1904-current, Friday, August 13, 1993; Page: 2
NEWS DIGEST. Spectra boss to open show
THE Listowel Camera Club annual exhibition will take place in St John's Arts and Heritage Centre in Listowel from Saturday, August 14 to Saturday, August 21.
This is the club's second exhibition and the opening ceremony will be performed by Listowel businessman Xavier McAuliffe of Spectra Laboratories at 8.30pm on Saturday, August 14.
There will be 120 framed photographs on display in both colour and black and white containing a wide range of subjects such as sports, portraits, still life, landscape and wildlife.
Following the exhibition in 1992, the club has had a number of successes in national competitions. Earlier in the year, Gabriel Cassin — the youngest member of the club won the first prize for a black and white print in the National Shield Competition. Paddy Halpin won second prize for his slide entry and the club came third for their overall slide entry.
Club chairman, Dillon Boyer, brought great honour to the club by winning a gold medal for the second year running in the An Oige National Nature competition. In the Togher Festival of Photography, Club secretary John Stack won second prize for a black and white print.
Kerryman 1904-current, 20.08.1993, page 13
Photo of Listowel Camera Club’s Chairman Dillon Boyer at the opening of the club’s 2nd exhibition at St John’s Arts Centre, The Square, Listowel, picture by Kevin J Flynn.
Kerryman 1904-current, 29.10.1993, page 32
Listowel Camera Club members who played host to Athenry Camera Club. From left: John Stack, Listowel Cub secretary; Martin O’Grady, Athenry Chairman; Irene Conroy, Athenry secretary and Listowel Camera Club chairman Dillon Boyer. Pic Brendan Landy
Kerryman 1904-current, 22.03.1996, page 39 (Edited)
BUIOCHAS: The generosity and support shown by the Board of Management of Lisselton National School towards the Writers Plot project at the Village was acknowledged recently by the Friends of Maurice Walsh. The national flag and a flagpole were presented to the principal, Mr Joseph Linnane, by Kit Ahern on behalf of the friends. The flag will be flown in future to mark major school events. At first hand pupils will be made aware of the symbolism and the protocol surrounding the meaning and the proper usage of national flags. Present at the ceremony were Fr Martin Hegarty, PP, chairperson and members of the Board, Padraig Uas 0 Donnabhain, Cigire Scoileanna, members of the parish committee, the Friends of Maurice Walsh representatives, teachers and pupils of the school The event was recorded by Mr John Lynch and Dillon Boyer for the Ballydonoghue Parish archives. In conclusion do chan scolairi na scoile Amhran- na bhFiann go beo briomhar.
DUNBLANE MASSACRE: A wonderful friendship exists between the sorrowing community in Dunblane, Scotland and the people of Ballydonoghue, Scarcely two years ago the Friends of Maurice Walsh were lavishly entertained by members of the Stirling Literary Society in the warm and welcoming home of Kathleen Hardie (nee Cleary) of Ballyline, who lives in Dunblane. Among those who sang and played very beautiful Scottish songs and melodies were parents of children attending the local primary school.
https://northkerry.wordpress.com/2019/05/21/dillon-boyer/
Mallow Home and Garden festival, first launched in 1999, is one of the longest running events of its type in Ireland and offers visitors a blend of home and garden inspiration, food and entertainment.
Listowel’s history dates back to at least 1303 when it first appears in the Plea Roll. Fortress to the Fitzmaurice family, the town developed around Listowel Castle and its square. The last bastion against Queen Elizabeth I in the Desmond campaign, Listowel Castle was built in the 15th century and was the last fortress of the Geraldines to be subdued.
LISTOWEL’S WRITERS WEEK PRESENTS Ard Cúram Fundraising Choir Concert – Thursday 30th May – Listowel Community Centre in association with Listowel Writers' Week – An evening of music with Fr Ray Kelly of Britain’s Got Talent fame and North Kerry’s very own Ard Ċúram Community Choir conducted by soprano Mary Culloty O’Sullivan and accompanied by Kieran Finnegan on piano. The Ard Ċúram Community Choir comprises over 100 members who are all over the age of 55 and hail from every area of North Kerry. Ard Ċúram is a voluntary charity body which provides Day Care Services for the older people of the region and is currently in the process of building a new purpose-built Dementia Day Care Unit in Listowel. The proceeds from this concert will go towards the cost of this new Dementia Centre and Ard Ċúram is indebted to Listowel Writers’ Week for its support of the project. Tickets for above can be purchased at our Parish Office.
KNOCK SHRINE: All Ireland Rosary Rally. Saturday 1st June. Bus leaving Castleisland at 7am. Contact 066 7147494 or 066 7141541.
SPECIAL DAY: St. Benedict's Priory, Cobh - you are invited to a Day of Recollection. Talks, Adoration, Holy Mass at 9am (Priory), or 10am in Cobh Cathedral. Lunch provided. 25th May, 11am-3.30pm. Overnight accommodation available. For more information contact Mother Prioress: 021 4811354, cobhtyburnconvent@gmail.com
HOST FAMILIES WANTED: Wanted host families for French students for 2 or 3 weeks during the summer. Contact Catherine at 0876255679 or email me at hostfamilies17@gmail.com
HARNETT REUNION: Confirmation received this week of two Harnetts coming from Hawaii for the reunion in July. They will be joining people from Italy, New Zealand, the US and Canada who have booked already. Carina Prendeville is currently working on our magazine and is looking for family pictures, stories, histories. You can contact her on harnettreunion2019@gmail.com
There is a full programme organised for visitors but it is also open to anyone to join, booking details shortly. There will be genealogy, bus tours, a concert, a gala banquet and a memorial Mass, all at different venues around West Limerick/North Kerry. Please spread the word far and wide. The event is open to everybody.
CHURCH CLOSURE – St. Mary’s Church, Tarbert will be closed to the public from Monday 27th May until Friday 31st May (inclusive ) to facilitate the Health & Safety works which have to be carried out.
THE WESTMINSTER LOURDES CHOIR FROM LONDON Invites Parishioners in Kerry to The Cathedral on Thursday 30th May at 7pm. Over 50 members of The Westminster Lourdes Choir from London will perform an original piece called Peters Way of The Cross. The piece has been written and composed by two of our members and have performed it in many venues over recent years, including Westminster Cathedral and The Grand Hall of The Old Bailey. The performance lasts approximately 1 hour. As a choir we didn't just want to come and perform we wanted to give something back to the community as well, which is why we will be having a shared retiring collection in aid of the Kerry/Cork Cancer Link bus.
IN PARTNERSHIP WITH LISTOWEL FAMILY RESOURCE CENTRE/ CHILD AND ADOLESCENT MENTAL HEALTH SERVICES (CAMHS) NORTH KERRY, we are pleased to offer a two week support programme to help enhance your existing parenting skills. The programme will aim to teach participants how to set rules, rituals and routines, parental safe care and coping strategies, addressing your child's coping skills, focusing on children who are impulsive, hyperactive and struggle with focus and paying attention The course will also address the issue of motivation, disruption and defiance, whilst also focusing on the impact it can have on the overall family unit. The course takes place on Friday. May 24 and Friday June 14 respectively from 10am-12 noon daily. Places are limited. Further details available from Toni Clarke on (068 23584).
BIODIVERSITY WEEK: Celebrate Kerry's Natural Heritage during Biodiversity Week 2019 (18 May -26 May) Celebrate the beautiful and amazing diversity in Kerry's natural heritage-its plants, animals and landscapes. Come along to a series of talks, walks, film music and days out in the county that celebrate Kerry's biodiversity. Events are open to all. Local events in Ballyseedy Woods, Tralee Bay Wetlands, Gortbrack Organic Farm, Tralee Town Park and more. See facebook Kerry Biodiversity Week 2019'.The full programme is available in the library, Siamsa, Kerry County Council etc.
LATIN MASS: in The Immaculate Conception Church, Rathass, Tralee on Sunday 26th May at 12 noon. All are welcome. Missalettes provided.
KERRY DIOCESAN PILGRIMAGE TO LOURDES 2019: 29th August to 3rd September 175th Anniversary of St. Bernadette. Contact: Janice O’Sullivan 064 7758219.
AUTISM Conference 2019 - Autism: No Limits, Just Possibilities, Sun. Sept, 22nd Clayton Silversprings Hotel, Cork. The conference provides a unique forum for Parents, Families, Caregivers, Autistic Adults, Employers, Educators, Professionals, Agencies, Advocates and anyone with an interest in autism. More info here: www.bookwhen.com/autismcork or call 089 239 8900
BOOK FLUID FORMS – LIAM FLYNN: We are going online with a crowd funding campaign to fund the publication of a full colour limited edition hard back book featuring the artwork of wood turner and artist Liam Flynn. This 118 page coffee table style book will feature over 85 images of Liam's work. Essays by Roger Bennet and Yvonne McEnery. You can pre-order the book on our Fund:it site at €40 per copy. @ https://fundit.ie/project/fluid-forms---liam-flynn Besides the opportunity to purchase the book - please see the donor rewards for supporting the publication. Additional information at: http://www.liamflynnwoodturner.com/fund-it.html Thank you for your support.
THIUGHT – “We are what we are because we were what we were.” – the late Sr. Columba Finucane F.C.J. Farranawanna.
GAA 1957; Kerryman 1904-current, 02.02.1957, page 10 (See paper for long report). (Below is only a flavour of meeting)
Kerry County Board Annual Convention, was told that 1956 was a good year for Kerry GAA, although they did not win one all Ireland title. 195 delegates spent five hours discussing the affairs of the association. American tour expenditure and the fact they let down Kerry by at the Polo Grounds when the lost, but they had three subsequent victories. Banquet at Naas to honour Kildare’s first All-Ireland team of 1905 when they beat Kerry. Games; they had 95 County Championship Games; 351 District Board games; 440 Trophy Games and on top of them, there were many parish leagues.
Kerryman 1904-current, Saturday, June 22, 1957; Page: 11
THE Kerry minor footballers will line out against Tipperary, at Mallow, on Sunday, inspired by the knowledge that a great deal of the county's prestige depends on their performance, since they are the last surviving hope of an All-Ireland title
(Break)
In the meantime we can only keep our fingers crossed and hope for the best of weather conditions, luck, and, above all refereeing.
The following is the Kerry team: L. Nolan (Legion); C. O'Meara (Dr. Crokes), M. Hegarty Glenflesk), S, O'Connor (John Mitchels); P. Kerins (Kerins O'Rahillys), C. Clifford (Dr. Crokes), P. Dowling (Maharees); J. O'Connor (Ballydonoghue), J. O'Riordan (Glenbeigh); J. Harmon (Listowel), D. Griffin; (St. Marys), A. McMahon (Dr. Crokes); P. Cronin (Dingle), T.Dunne (Moyvane), T. Callaghan (Moyvane.
Subs.: T. O'Keeffe (Austin Stacks), W. Hanrahan (Moyvane), J. Ashe (Dingle), M. O'Sullivan (Legion), J. Burke (Castleisland), A. Conway (John Mitchels).
Note Moyvane football tournament in aid of church funds. Moyvane 5-8 Athea 1-3. Best for Moyvane- O’Callaghan, O’Connell, Mulvihill, Hanrahan and Flaherty.
Best for under strength Athea- Sean Connor, Tom Barrett and T Hanrahan.
Kerryman 1904-current, Saturday, July 27, 1957; Page: 15
At Last A Munster Success For Kerry - Minor Title Won at Thurles
KERRY minor footballers battled their way to a well-deserved win over Cork, at Thurles, on Sunday last. The football was never of a really high standard due to the strong breeze which blew diagonally across the field and due also perhaps to the fact that there was a lack of Munster football final atmosphere at this venue.
This was a game which Kerry might well have lost through a combination of ill luck and bad forward finish.
Kerry had two goals disallowed in the first half and in the second half missed two "sitters" at vital stages. They had first use of the breeze and at half time led by a mere five points. - This margin did not seem to be adequate considering the strength of the breeze, and I expected Cork to run out winners at the end. However, at the resumption, the Kerry back line, which was not severely tested in the first half, proved eminently sound and kept the Cork forwards well in check. Nolan, in the Kerry goal had not a very busy day but he made one courageous save at point blank range in the second half, when a goal might well have proved fatal to his side's chances. The full back line of Conway, Hegarty and Whelan was sound throughout, and Conway's kicks from goal were of great length even against the breeze. (See paper for much more)
Kerryman 1904-current, 27.07.1957, page 14
Comments on GAA by “P.F.” Kerry defeat at Waterford, Senior Munster final at Thurles Cork easily beat Waterford. Higher standard of football in the Minor game, Kerry defeated Cork, Kerry regain the title they last held in1954. (see paper for commentary).
Kerryman 1904-current, Saturday, August 17, 1957; Page: 14 By John Barrett.
When the Kerry and Armagh minor footballers took the field at Croke Park, on Sunday, to contest the All-Ireland semi-final, it was obvious that the northerners were by far the bigger and heavier team. And with a heavy ball and in tiring conditions it was this physical advantage which took Armagh through to the final on the score 3-7 to 3-5.
In the 24th minute when Denis Hegarty in, trying to pick up the greasy ball, put It through his own, goal. Murphy pointed a free on the, 27th and Halpenny had a similar score just on hall-time, leaving the score at the interval: Kerry 2-4, Armagh 1-4. Kerry got away to a great start on resuming, when they were awarded a penalty. Callaghan's kick was saved, but Geaney rushing in swept the ball to the corner of the net
Halpenny replied with a point from a free, and McMahon, in a Kerry attack, hit-the crossbar with a rasping shot for goal. Armagh returned to the attack and the burly Halpenny rushed home a goal, from a lob by Murphy.
(Names mentioned include Sean Dunne was not tall enough to play at full-forward and should have been switched to the corner. Griffin could have done better at full-forward. Geaney would have been ideal for forty mark. Brian OCallaghan nippy and clever in left corner. Jack Whelan had good game at left-full. Louis Nolan Goalkeeper, good. Alan Conway showed in experience, but kicked well. Nine of team eligible for next year, exceptions being Hegarty, Clifford, O’Riordan, O’Connor, Griffin and Dunne.)
Since 2015, our nation’s average life expectancy has been declining — suggesting that the toll of American despair can no longer be outpaced by technological or medical advancements. In 2017 alone, approximately 47,000 Americans committed suicide, and over 70,000 individuals died of a drug overdose. To put these number into perspective, 40,000 Americans died in motor vehicles accident during that same year, while roughly 58,000 U.S. soldiers died in the Vietnam War as a whole.
https://www.realclearpolicy.com/articles/2019/05/06/death_by_loneliness_111185.html
Take a journey inside the body of England's most notorious monarch: Henry VIII. A team of medical experts, biographers, and historians investigate what caused the great physical and mental changes in the king. Was it from diseases such as syphilis, diabetes or malaria? Or could his favorite sport, jousting, have sparked his medical problems? Experts study Henry's childhood trauma and delve deeper into his lifestyle and adult injuries to better understand this powerful king's body.
https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=845SszVoN_M
10 May 2019
DOG SHOW: The Abbeyfeale Town Park Dog Show will take place in the Town Park on Sunday May 19, with Judging commencing at 2pm. We will have 12 classes-
HARNETT REUNION: A committee meeting has been called for Thursday, May 16 in St. Ita’s Hall at 9pm. New members always welcome. They’re coming from the four corners for the second reunion of the Harnett clan July 11-14. Carina Prendeville is currently working on our magazine and is looking for family pictures, stories, histories. You can contact her on harnettreunion2019@gmail.com
PRO-LIFE: Since 2017, Priests for Life has worked with Heartbeat International and Good Counsel to urge pastors – of all denominations – to place information permanently in their church bulletins and on their websites on alternatives to abortion and healing after abortion. It’s easy, it’s free and it will take just minutes to accomplish. And lives will be saved.
For example, one very comprehensive resource is Heartbeat’s OptionLine.org
COMMUNITY ALERT NOTES from Abbeyfeale: Thanks to everyone who supported our recent church gate collection – the monies collected go towards the summer outing and Christmas lunch. Once you reach the age of 65 and live alone or with a person/s aged over 65 you are entitled to receive a monitored alarm system. But if you have younger people living in the house who are out for long periods of the day then because you are spending hours alone you are also entitled to the system provided that you are over 65. The free equipment is provided by Pobal following an application from Abbeyfeale Community Alert, there will be a monitoring fee to be paid from the second year of installation to the installing company of €66. Please note that this fee is payable in a lump sum each year after year one. Should you not have a landline the installing company Task provide a sim card at a rate of €7.50 per month payable from day one. Committee members are Sean Broderick, Micheal O’Kelly N.T., Seamus Stack, Mossie Gleeson, Kathleen Collins, Mary McArthur, Buddy and Brenda Barry, John O’Sullivan, Billy Quirke N.T., Cllr. Francis Foley, Mary Jo O’Connell, James Joy, Denis Collins, Marian Harnett.
DEATHS: Israelis on Memorial Day mourn nation’s 23,741 soldiers killed in service
ST JOHNS May 2019; Wed 15th - KRISTY COX BLUEGRASS BAND. The best of American and country bluegrass is presented by this six piece Nashville based Grammy nominated band.
Thu 16th -ERIC NOLAN- An evening of traditional Irish songs and folk music.
Fri 17th –SMALLONE, A new play by John Murphy, starring Michelle O‘Flanagan and presented by Bottom Dog Theatre Co. Limerick. Mingey loves Peru, her cats and orange club milks. She has a heart full of love and she guards her privacy like a treasure.
Sat 18th –SIVE. The John B. Keane classic is presented by The Fourth Wall Theatre Co., Laois
Mon 19th– Tues 20th- THE BOG OF CATS. A play by Marina Carr presented by St. John’s Youth Theatre and directed by Chris Fitzgerald.
Wed 22nd -- DEIRDRE MOYNIHAN & RTÉ CONTEMPO QUARTET. Sounds secretly coming to life. Music by Clara Schumann, Robert Schumann, Brahms and Karl Weigl.
GLIN CASTLE HOSTED THE RARE AND SPECIAL PLANT FAIR: on Sunday, May 12 from 10am – 5pm. The Rare and Special Plant Fair was established in 2001 with the assistance of Bord Bia, to ensure that the gardening public has an opportunity to purchase rare and difficult to source plants, while at the same time visit a garden of note that they may not otherwise visit. Over 40 stalls of rare and unusual plants. Expert advice from the growers. Glin Castle tours available also.
ATHEA DANCE HALL
Kerryman 1904-current, Saturday, February 02, 1929; Page: 6
DANCE AT KELLY'S HALL, ATHEA, on SUNDAY NIGHT, 3rd FEB., 1929.
DANCING STARTS AT 9 O'CLOCK, Music by Devro-Daly, Kerry's Popular Band.
TARIFF—Ladies 3/-; Gents 3/6. First-class Catering. All are –welcome.
Kerryman 1904-current, Saturday, December 21, 1929; Page: 8
GRAND ANNUAL DANCE WILL BE HELP IN KELLY' S HALL, ATHEA, CO. LIMERICK,
ON SUNDAY, 29th DECEMBER, '29
Music by MICK DEVEREAUX and his Popular Band. Dancing at 9 Pm- Special Catering. Tariff: Ladies, 3/6; Gents, 4/ COMMITTEED. D O'Sullivan, J. Danaher, William Ahern, Tom Kelly. J. O'Sullivan, M. Mullane. Treas. T. Kelly. Secretary, C. O'Sullivan.
Kerryman 1904-current, Saturday, November 04, 1939; Page: 11
Will be held in THE Enterprise Hall, Athea, On-Sunday Night, Nov. 5th, '39.
Music by McElligott's Dance Band-Six Musicians. Spot Light Effects. Carnival Novelties.
COME AND DANCE TO A BAND AND A FLOOR SECOND TO NONE. Dance Starts at 9 o'c sharp, to 6.
Special Catering by T. J. Kelly, Proprietor. TARIFF (inc. Supper and Tax)—2/6. DANCING from 9 to 6.
Kerryman 1904-current, Saturday, December 30, 1939; Page: 19
THE THIRD ANNUAL, All-Night DANCE, Will be held in THE ENTERPRISE HALL, ATHEA,
January 1st, 1940.
Music by Pat Jordan's Band, Kanturk. SIX Performers SIX. Admission (inc. Tax & Supper)—2/6. Dancing 9 pm. to 6 a m. T. J Kelly, Prop Come and Dance to a Band on a Floor second to none. Spot Prizes. Hats free.
Kerryman 1904-current, Saturday, March 28, 1942; Page: 17
All-Night Dance OF THE SEASON will be held in THE ENTERPRISE HALL, ATHEA —On-Easter Sunday Night, April 5th. Dancing 9 — 5 a m.
Music by Gaby and his Rhythm Minstrels—direct from the Queen’s Theatre. Dublin.
Admission (Inc. tax & supper)—3 /-.
Catering, by T J Kelly. Hall Prop.
Kerryman 1904-current, Saturday, March 13, 1943; Page: 8
All-Night Dance will be held in the Enterprise Hall. Athea, on St. Patrick's Night (17th March).
Music by the Cavalier Dance Band, Kilmallock (Personally conducted by Dan Foley, A L. C M , L L C M) Dancing 9 to 5a m. Cigarettes and Refreshments to be had in Hall. Tariff (inc. tax) — 2/6
Bicycles Parked Prop—T J Kelly
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25 Anniversary Concert Abbeyfeale 2019
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EUCHARISTIC ADORATION Listowel, with Fr. Patrick Cahill; Fri 10th May 7.00pm, Mass & Talk by Fr. Cahill followed by a Special guided Holy Hour-Confessions available. Adoration continues afterwards in the Church until Midnight. Sat 11th May 8am to 10am Adoration in the Church 9am to 10am-Confessions available 10.30am Mass & talk by Fr. Cahill Adoration continuing Confessions available 1.45pm Healing Hour – Led by Fr. Cahill. 3pm Benediction 3.30pm Closing of Adoration. Intention, Everyone welcome.
ST PIO Lixnaw; May prayer meeting will take place on Tuesday May 21st at 7.30pm.
The witness will be given by Adrian O’Connor from Cloghane, Castlegregory.
Adrian has an inspirational story to share. Adrian’s accident was so simple. He tripped and fell on the footpath. To his friends the fall was of no great concern. However when his friends tried to pick him up they realised there was something seriously wrong. His skull was seriously damaged on the right hand side and he was bleeding heavily. He was in an induced coma and his brain was swelling. Concern was raised that the jagged edges of his damaged skull could also damage his brain resulting in further complications. The doctors gave little hope of ever walking and talking again. The accident happened in December 2004. Thank God Adrian has fought back and will be present in Lixnaw on the 21st to share his miraculous recovery and the support he got from friends and neighbours.
CONFIRMATION 2019: We congratulate 72 pupils from Scoil Reálta na Maidne, An Gael Scoil & Presentation Primary School who received their Confirmation on Friday (May 3rd ) by Bishop Ray Browne.
VOCATIONS: Perhaps God is calling you to be a Diocesan Priest. Come and See vocations retreat will be held in St Patrick's College Maynooth on 18th/19th May. For details contact Fr Michael Moynihan at 087/6551902.
ARDFERT RETREAT CENTRE - Weekly Prayer Meetings: Led by Ben Perkins, Mondays 8pm-9.30pm starts on Mon. 6th May. Overview of the Catechism of the Catholic Church: Fr. Sean Sheehy, Wednesdays 7pm-8.30pm starts on 1st May (for 5 weeks).
LIMERICK Camogie: Iris Kennelly (1-4), and Roisin Mann from the Newcastle West team were members of the Limerick team that defeated Westmeath by 2-19 to 0-11 in the All Ireland Minor B Camogie semi-final at Gort on Saturday, April 20th 2019. Kate Ambrose, from the Newcastle West team was a member of the Limerick team that lost to Kildare by 2-9 to 0-11 in the Camogie League Division 3 Final at Banagher on Saturday April 20.2019.
WEST LIMERICK MENTAL HEALTH ASSOCIATION: The next meeting of West Limerick Mental Health Association will be held in NCW on Wednesday, May 14 at 8pm in the house next to O’Connell House on the way into the Desmond Complex.
LOCAL ROAD Closures, ESB and others; https://youtu.be/mHTlgM57fLY
WALK: Darkness Into Light Walk on Saturday 11th May at 4.15am. Funds raised are going to Pieta House. To register go to https://www.darknessintolight.ie/
YOUTH CLUB FUNDRAISER, Abbeyfeale: The Pope John Paul II Award is a faith achievement award for young people between the age of 16 and 18. It is non-competitive, inclusive, flexible and voluntary. The Award is committed to helping young people enhance their spiritual, physical, emotional and social development through participation in school, parish and community activities. As well as the feeling of personal achievement that a participant will gain from taking part in the Award, participation will help demonstrate the young person’s commitment to a task and goal. As part of their involvement in the John Paul 11 awards a number of members of Abbeyfeale youth club along with their leaders have started to work on in the garden at the side of the curate’s house and are planning to sell the produce during the summer and donate the money raised to charity. Fr. Shoji, our curate for the next three years, is in charge of watering and is having a pastoral visit from his Bishop in India so the first sale will be to support the Bishops projects and will take place at both Masses on Sunday, May 12 which the Bishop will be saying. We hope to have lettuce plants, herbs, sunflower and pumpkin plants along with jams, buns and a few surprises. Your support will be most welcome.
ST BRENDAN: 16th May 7.30pm. Feast of St. Brendan. Mass celebrated in Church of St. Brendan, Curraheen, Tralee by Fr. Seán Jones. Especially for young people and those doing exams.
CUCKOO WALKING FESTIVAL. A special welcome to friends from Laois with their High Nellie bikes. ‘The Return of the Seven Septs from Laois’- a pageant by Michael Creagh (Laois) and cast performed at 7 pm Sunday evening May 5 at the Bridewell. All are very welcome.
THE LISTOWEL BRANCH OF THE IWA are holding their AGM in the IWA Day/Resource Centre at Ballygologue road, Listowel on the 8th ,May at 1.30pm. The IWA provide a wide range of services to people with mobility difficulties Info: Jackie at 086 395 3387."
RECOVERY HAVEN KERRY are holding a 6 week programme facilitated by Edel Lawlor commencing Wednesday 8th May at 5pm-7pm. The name of the programme is Climb. It is to help Children deal with a cancer diagnosis of a family member. This Programme is Fun, Creative and is Free For more information please ring Reception 0667192122.
BROSNA History of GAA book is now near completion and should be launched in late June.
BOOK FLUID FORMS – LIAM FLYNN: We are going online with a crowd funding campaign to fund the publication of a full colour limited edition hard back book featuring the artwork of wood turner and artist Liam Flynn. This 118 page coffee table style book will feature over 85 images of Liam's work. Essays by Roger Bennet and Yvonne McEnery. You can pre-order the book on our Fund:it site at €40 per copy. @ https://fundit.ie/project/fluid-forms---liam-flynn Besides the opportunity to purchase the book - please see the donor rewards for supporting the publication. Additional information at: http://www.liamflynnwoodturner.com/fund-it.html
YOGA CLASSES: Yoga classes every Wednesday evening, Abbeyfeale from 7 – 8.30pm. Yoga is a great activity, it gives you strength, flexibility and mind-body awareness. Contact Mike 087 2732591.
HARNETT REUNION: A committee meeting has been called for Thursday, May 9 in St. Ita’s Hall at 9pm. New members always welcome. They’re coming from the four corners for the second reunion of the Harnett clan July 11-14. Orange Day is even cancelled as there will be so many Harnetts travelling from the North. Carina Prendeville is currently working on our magazine and is looking for family pictures, stories, histories. You can contact her on harnettreunion2019@gmail.com
We have a full programme organised for our visitors but it is also open to anyone to join us. We will have booking details shortly. There will be genealogy, bus tours, a concert, a gala banquet and a memorial Mass, all at different venues around West Limerick/North Kerry. Please spread the word far and wide. The event is open to everybody, whether Harnett, Hartnett or other and we are looking forward to a great weekend July 11-14.
KERRY DIOCESAN PILGRIMAGE TO LOURDES 2019: 29th August to 3rd September 175th Anniversary of St. Bernadette. Contact: Janice O’Sullivan 064 7758219.
ICA PRESIDENT Kit Ahern; Limerick Leader 1905-current, Saturday, February 16, 1963; Page: 9
Edited, see paper for more on Kit Ahern, I.C.A. visits Australia.
Entertained by Miss Joan Keane of Moyvane, who is actively engaged in all the Irish organisations. And there, too, she met the well-known Irish scholar and historian, Tom Culhane, and his wife, Kathleen, who comes from Shanagolden.
Mrs. Ahern told me, "it is a great pity that Tom Culhane cannot be brought over to Ireland to record all the traditions he has got of Glin and Athea parishes He has a great wealth of knowledge, and I have preserved some of it in his recordings of folklore and old poems about the Glin and Athea areas."
Tom is now some thirty years in exile, and was a great friend of the late Dr. McGrath, Athea, with whom he corresponded regularly. Another exile is Dick Mullins from the Shanagolden area, and from Sandringhan, near Melbourne, Mrs. Ahern has good wishes for the Hanafin friends, especially Colm of Askeaton.
FAREWELL PARTY After the Conference she went to Adelong, where her host was Father Gerry Downey of Abbeyfeale. And in all these places she had meetings with the rural women's associations and Irish groups. Memorable of the latter was the farewell party led by Tom Culhane, Dick Cremmin, Dan Breen and Dan Aherne. Another interesting personality was Tom Brennan. Tom, a lawyer, was born and reared in Australia; yet, he speaks fluent Irish and is an authority on Irish history. In Sydney, Mrs. Ahern was entertained by Con and Paddy Woulfe, of Knocknagorna, Athea. Their sister and a brother, Dick, are also In Sidney. Dick's wife is a relation of Margaret Burke-Sheridan, and Mrs. Ahern told me, "I have a recording of Irish songs beautifully sung by their daughter, who has inherited much of the talent of this famous singer." There also she met the Barretts of Dirreen. In New Zealand, she was the guest of Mrs. Leach, a sister of Mrs. Tom Harnett, Abbeyfeale And from a Convent outside Wellington she brought greetings from the Myres family in Limerick and Tralee. Limerick Is well represented in Honolulu, too. There she met Mrs. Marie Murphy, relatives of the Limerick Chalks, with good wishes to May McDonnell of Rathkeale and Mrs. Donogh O’Brien. During her stay in Los Angeles, Mrs. Ahern was guest of Mrs. Pettite, who is a friend of Mrs. Tim Hartnett. "I was entertained by many Limerick priests there, she told me, including Monsignor Dan Collins, Father Mick Collins, and Father Tom Moloney." "Ono of the greatest joys I had," she continued, "was my visit to school pals and ex-pupils who are now In the some religious Order." She met Josie Leahy from Beenanaspig, Athea, Mother Superior, Little Company of Mary: another Athea lady, Maudie Enright and Kitty O'Connor, Rathoran, a past pupil of hers from Colaiste Muire, Abbeyfeale. And a near neighbour,there was Meenie Hanrahan, who has relatives In Athea. In Los Angeles too, she met Kitty Mullins, who sends greetings to her mother and friends in Glin. Mrs Ahern had a very special welcome and reception there from Father R. Harnett, New St. Abbeyfeale, and Father Paddy Collins, Convent St, Abbeyfeale. In Chicago, she stayed with her first cousin, Ed. Gargin, Professor of History in Loyola University. Ed's mother is the former Miss Liz McAuliffe, Newcastle West. "I met many Athea people in Chicago," Mrs. Ahern said "and was guest of Mrs, Phil Kelly, formerly Miss Mile Dore from Derk, Duagh, and the former Miss Teasy Kelly, whose husband, John Sullivan, comes from Kilbaha." Jim's sister, who was also a school pal of Mrs. Ahern's, is now a nun in Texas. "The Kelly's and the Dore's have an open house for all Irish visitors," Mrs. Ahern added. In Chicago, too, she renewed acquaintance with a past pupil, Mrs. McCarton (formerly Miss Kitty Roche), the Shines and the O’Connor’s, and at St Mary's Techny got greetings for Peggy Conliss of Balllnacurra. She met Jerry Walsh, whose parents come from Moyvane, and Tom Scanlan, son of Jerry Scanlan, of Upper Athea, Jerry and Tom send greetings to their friends and relatives at home.
KIND HOST
Among the many kind hosts was her aunt, Mrs. Con Kennedy (formerly Han McAuliffe, Newcastle West), and her other aunts. Kit and Han, who send greetings to all in Newcastle West. A big night in New York was the occasion of presentation of medals to the champion Limerick hurlers. At the Victory Dinner she met Pat Lyons, Corner House, Newcastle West, Radio Officer on m.v. "City of Sydney." With him were James O'Connell and Michael Sheehy. Michael, a Newcastle West man, too, now owns his own hairdressing salon in the Bronx.
One of the victorious hurling team was Sean Monaghan, who is carrying on the great hurling tradition of his father, Paddy Monaghan, N.T. Among others present at the function who send good wishes were: Batt and Kathleen Wren, Athea; Mrs. Quilty, formerly Miss Eileen Hutchman; Tom Broderick , Ballybehy, Abbeyfeale; Pat and Shiela Murphy, Abbeyfeale; Bridget Moran, Clash Athea; Ita Ahem, Parkanna, Athea; Mrs. O'Sullivan, formerly Nora May Riordan, Ballagh; and May ScanIan, Upper Athea, with special greetings to Joe Quaid of Derreen.
In Rochestor, Mrs. Ahern got good wishes for Mrs, Fahy and friends at Ashbourne Ave., Limerick. From Brooklyn, Con Kennedy, Guiney's Bridge, sent greetings to all in Brosna and the Bridge; Mickey O'Sullivan, Ballyhahill, to Jim Driscoll, Paky Culhane , and all his Glin friends and relatives; and from, Mrs. Ahern's aunts greetings to Pat and Owen McAuliffe, and relatives. Other messages came from Tom and Dick Mullins, to their Glin relatives, as well as to Padraig and Donal O'Carroll, "looking forward to seeing them in the not-to-distant future."
Summing up her wonderful experiences, Mrs. Ahern told me, "what made it all so rewarding for me is that I had a purpose, and my Interest was in people rather than places or climate. I told other people about our own Associations and about our country," And, paying a tribute to the countrywomen of Australia for the great effort she said: "Their kindness and hospitality there endeared them to the whole world." The same warm welcome was given at the various conferences in the United States, at San Diego, Madison and Atlanta.
And, here at home, the Irish Countrywomen's Association are preparing to give the representatives of the six million strong association of Countrywomen of the world a memorable "Cead Mile Failte," during the World Conference of 1965,
Dog and Bull
CYCLE AGAINST SUICIDE 140 cyclists were in Listowel. CAS were in Listowel on the 30th of April 2019
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HISTORICAL SOCIETY – Historian, Pádraig Ó Concubhair talk on “The 1848 Rising in North Kerry and West Limerick” on Saturday 27th April at 7.30pm in the Bridewell. Everybody is welcome.
PALLIATIVE CARE UNIT KERRY HOSPICE: Charity Fundraising dance in the Torc Hotel, Killarney on Friday 10th May at 8.30pm (Doors open at 8pm), in Aid of the Palliative Care Unit/Kerry Hospice. Tickets can be bought on the door or by calling -0876276146.
“THE MYSTERIES OF MARY” A presentation given by Listowel author, Paraic Maher on Sunday, May 5th, at an Díseart Chapel, Dingle, at 5pm. The presentation will consist of a talk on the mysteries of Mary’s life, focusing on her betrothal to Joseph, followed by a slide show of Irish stained glass windows depicting the moment of their marriage, featuring the work of some of Ireland’s finest artists and craftsmen. Free event
WALK: Darkness Into Light Walk on Saturday 11th May at 4.15am. Funds raised are going to Pieta House. To register go to https://www.darknessintolight.ie/
ROSARY FOR FAITH AND LIFE: Each day in May 2019, thousands of people from all around Ireland will gather at their local Grottos to recite the Rosary for Faith and Life in Ireland. To see the locations visit www.coastalrosaryireland.ie
ACCORD: We are now recruiting for volunteers as a Pre-Marriage Course Facilitator or a Marriage and Relationship Counsellor. If you have a positive attitude to the Catholic Church and have the enthusiasm to be part of the Accord team please contact our Tralee office 066 7122280, www.accord.ie
CYCLE AGAINST SUICIDE Can you donate a bed for one night? .CAS needs your help to accommodate this year’s cyclists and crew. Can you offer a bed for 1 night along with shower/bath facilities and a meal we would greatly appreciate it, as there is 140 cyclists coming to Listowel. CAS is coming to Listowel on the 30th of April and we are looking for people within a 20 miles radius. Please contact Liz at lizhorganhomestays@cycleagainstsuicide. comorSadhbh on 0877649182
ROSARY PROCESSION: Sunday 5th May at 2.30pm from Our Lady and St. Brendan’s Church, Tralee to Holy Cross Dominican Church for Novena. All welcome.
HARNETT REUNION: They’re coming from the four corners for the second reunion of the Harnett clan July 11-14. Orange Day is even cancelled as there will be so many Harnetts travelling from the north. Carina Prendeville is currently working on our magazine and is looking for family pictures, stories, histories. You can contact her on harnettreunion2019@gmail.com
We have a full programme organised for our visitors but it is also open to anyone to join us. We will have booking details shortly. There will be genealogy, bus tours, a concert, a gala banquet and a memorial Mass, all at different venues around West Limerick/North Kerry. Please spread the word far and wide. The event is open to everybody, whether Harnett, Hartnett or other and we are looking forward to a great weekend July 11-14.
PILGRIMAGE TO MEDJUGORJE: Group Leader Maura O’Keeffe Harksen accompanied by Fr. Francis Nolan. September 10th 2019. 7 nights in guesthouse close to St. James’ Church. Flights ex Cork airport. For information contact 066 7127143 or 087 1517696.
KERRY DIOCESAN PILGRIMAGE TO LOURDES: Led by Bishop Ray Browne. 175th Anniversary of the Birth of St. Bernadette. Theme: “Blessed are the Poor”. 29th August to 3rd of September. Flights ex Kerry Airport. All bookings, to Mrs. Janice O’Sullivan, Droum House, Nohoval Upper, Rathmore, Co. Kerry. Telephone 064 7758219 or email: joskdp@eircom.net
PILGRIMAGE TO THE HOLY LAND led by Fr. Pat Crean-Lynch. September 24th—2nd October. For further details contact Fr. Pat Crean-Lynch on 087 220 0114.
LOUGH DERG PILGRIMAGES: Friday 31stMay to Sunday 2nd June, Tuesday 9th July to Thursday 11th July or Friday 9th August to Sunday 11th August. Fare €140 including coach, boat and island. To book you seat contact Fitzpatrick’s of Listowel on 087 3966399 (9am to 6pm).
MEDJUGORJE CONFERENCE AND DAY OF PRAYER with Sr. Briege McKenna Saturday 31st August 2019 at Neptune Stadium, Cork. Tickets €20.00 available on Eventbrite.ie . Enter discount code EARLYBIRD for discount price of €15.00 available until 31st May 2019. All tickets purchased included in entry for free pilgrimage to Medjugorje from Cork or Dublin. Booking fees apply. Contact Sean O'Shaughnessy 0862959380
Kerry News 1894-1941, Wednesday, April 27, 1932; Page: 3
The third-anniversary of SOLDIER AND STATESMAN IN THE CAUSE OF THE IRELAND WHICH HE LOVED.
The following sketch of the life of Mr Austin Stack, written after his death, will bear reproduction on this third anniversary of the demise of the great patriot;
Austin Stack, who was born in Tralee fifty three years ago, was from his very cradle imbued with an undying love of country. His father, William Moore Stack, who was a prominent member of the Fenian Brotherhood, and a close personal friend of Charles Kickham and O'Donovan Rossa, suffered ten years in penal servitude, and was only released, in shattered health. His mother, too, incurred the displeasure of the British Government, and suffered a term in Tralee goal for her activities in connection with the Ladies Branch of the Land League, of which she was a prominent member from the, moment of its inception in Kerry. Thus was Austin Stack's childhood fostered in an atmosphere of tested patriotism, and the glowing examples set him of parental suffering in the cause or Ireland were not lost upon the son. He too, became a patriot, a sufferer, and an example to others to persist in the battle for freedom no matter what the cost. The last chapter of his unselfish life has closed ; and who shall say that he has not proved a worthy son of a Fenian father and a rebel, mother or that, in any moment of his eventful life, lived in the most eventful trammelled period of Irish history, he had been absent from the vanguard of his country's soldiers'!
From early youth he took an active interest in the Irish-Ireland movement. For several years prior to the formation of the Irish volunteers the young inheritor of Fenian blood and Fenian spirit was silently and determinedly working for Ireland's independence. As a boy he espoused the cause, of the Gaelic Athletic Association wholeheartedly and with unabated enthusiasm; and never lost sight of the ideals for which that organisation was founded forty-eight years ago. He was a footballer of outstanding merit, one of the famous Kerry seventeen that thrice contested the 1903 final with Kildare, and captain of the Kerry team that also won All-Ireland honours in 1904. For a number of years he was Chairman of the, County Board and member of the Central, Munster and Athletic Councils, and when his political career transferred his operations to Dublin he became President of the Association in Kerry.
Thus, as far as he was able by word and example, he kept before his colleague and associates the ideal of Irish-Ireland : and he was a leader amongst us here when the first Volunteer company was formed in Tralee in the winter of 1913. With a persistency and astuteness unrivalled, he seized and made more than another could of every opportunity that presented itself to mould into true soldiers of Ireland the fine material that flcked to his side under the flag of Kerry. He preached unceasingly the doctrine he learned from the Fenian's fireside of Ireland free and unfettered from the centre to the sea and in no uncertain way was it due to the great personality of Austin Stack that the cause found many staunch and loyal adherents throughout the "Kingdom”. The confidante and friend of Padraig Pearse, Connolly, Clarke and Mc-Dermott, he had with characteristic enthusiasm prepared the ground for Kerry's part in the Easter Rising of 1916. However, on Good Friday evening he was arrested and lodged in the Tralee R.l.C. barracks with Roger Casement and Con Collins of Limerick. Casement was removed to Dublin the following morning and later Austin Stack and Collins were taken by train via Mallow to Spike Island. It may be of interest to recall here that but for the astuteness of the Kerry leader, who accidentally overheard a remark by the officer-in-charge of their escort to the effect that the-prisoners should be allowed, an-opportunity to "escape" at Mallow, station, that foiled the enemy's plan, they would not have reached their destination alive. From Spike Island they were brought to Dublin, and detained at Richmond Barracks. Austin Stack and Con. Collins, in a miraculous,way, escaped the rope which was the fate of Roger Casement. They were sentenced to penal servitude, for life, and this sentence was later commuted to 20 years. England had placed the honoured cap of felon on the head of Austin Stack, and he was imprisoned in Lewis gaol. He. was released under the general amnesty order on the 18th June, 1917, and those of us who witnessed him home-coming to his native town, accompanied by his friend, comrade, and fellow-countryman, Tom Ashe, shall carry with us for all time, the vivid remembrance of that occasion. The mountain peaks of Kerry, from Brandon to Millstreet, and the countryside from North to South were illuminated by beacons of joy and welcome. A few months later he was arrested near the steps of the Liberal Club. Day Place, Tralee, on a charge of drilling Volunteers, and was sentenced to two years' imprisonment.
He was the leader of a hunger strike in August of that year in Mountjoy Prison, upon which occasion forcible feeding was resorted to, resulting in the death of that other illustrious and fearless son of Kerry, Thomas Ashe. In November of 1917 Austin Stack was again forced, on account of regulations sought to be imposed on the prisoners, to accept leadership of a further hunger strike in Dundalk gaol, following which they were released under the Cat and Mouse Act. It was under this ingenious Act that he was arrested in April, 1918, and sent to Belfast gaol. As commandant of the prison, he organised his comrades with such strategy and ability that they wrung from the jailers the right to be treated as political prisoners. He was however, to he still more closely identified with the history of Belfast Jail. The rights that had already been conceded were rapidly vanishing day by day, and a revolution broke out behind the walls in December of 1918. Austin Stack, always the leader and ever ready to face the greatest dangers, headed the revolt, and never in the annals of British prisons was such a scene enacted as that which followed. It had been carefully planned; food and water were being conserved for a considerable time, and then the prisoners, numbering about a hundred, demolished tire staircases and barricaded themselves in an inaccessible region close to the roof of one wing of the building. They were besieged by 300 military and police as well as an alien populace. The damage caused was stated to be over £7,000. Under his orders and guidance, the prisoners wrecked the Belfast establishment with such completeness of detail that the name of Austin Stack wrought terror among jailers and warders in every British bastille.
On the establishment of the Irish Republican Government in January, 1919, Austin Stack, by virtue of his ability and outstanding accomplishments for the office, was chosen as Minister for Home Affairs. He again found himself in the hands of his enemies. In May, 1919, he was a prisoner in Strangeways Prison, Manchester, from where, however, he, with a number of other Irish political prisoners, made a very sensational escape in October of that year. This feat, accomplished in broad daylight, in the heart of England's, industrial capital city, more than most other events that that happened since the Rising of 1916, struck a deep and abiding blow at British prestige. All during the war with the "Black-and-Tans" he carried out the onerous duties attached to his ministerial office with marked- capability, despite the terrible risks and unprecedented handicap he daily incurred. It Was Austin Stack who conceived and put into practice the policy of non-recognition of the British courts; and this policy more than anything else was responsible for breaking the back of the British Constitution in this country. We are giving here but a mere, feeble skeleton of Austin Stack's gigantic career which for the six years preceding the Truce was crowded with activity, pregnant with episodes alternately sad and triumphant. He remained faithful to his oath to the Irish Republic; and when the Treaty came before the Dail his was the first voice raised against what he termed the subversion of those ideals and tradition's born and bred in him, and for whose growth and preservation he had given more than one man’s share. The events which were prominently associated with his life since the establishment of the Free State Government are too fresh in the public memory to need recalling. Suffice to say, Austin Stack took an active part in the Civil War, and after many exciting escapades was arrested near Ballinamult, Tipperary, on the 14th April, 1923. He was lodged in Mountjoy Prison, where he again took part, in what proved to be his biggest hunger strike, lasting as it did for forty-one days. After the Christmas of 1923 he was removed with other prominent political leaders to Arbor Hill barracks. He was released on the 16th of July, 1924. In later raids and arrests in Dublin he was among, those lodged in the Bridewell, and was also detained in the frequent "mouse-trap raids" on the headquarters of Sinn Fein.
He was first elected for West Kerry in the General Election Of 1918, and continued to represent this county up to 1927, and when, in the September election of that year, Sinn Fein decided not to participate, he retired. From 1917 he was Hon. Secretary of Sinn Fein up to his death.
His last public appearance was at Caherciveen on Easter Sunday in 1929, when he delivered the oration in commemoration of Easter Week.
During the last few years of his life he devoted his time to the study of law : and, at the time, it was expected that, in a, few months he would have been called to the -Bar.
A noble- and truly patriotic soul, never once was he unfailing in his devotion and allegiance to the Irish Republic ; never once was he false to a friend. He was soldier and statesman in the cause of the Ireland which he loved as only those such as he who have suffered in her cause can love.
Go ndeanaid Dia Trocaire ar a anam.
On Sunday next the new stand at Tralee Sports field, fittingly named the Austin Stack Stand, will be formally opened. There could be no more fitting monument to the honour of Kerry's illustrious son, for it was in the G.A.A. the late Mr. Austin Stack first attracted public attention. On its fields and in its forums he gave early, evidence of that integrity and high, principle which were his distinguishing features in the hectic life he was to follow.
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Jeannie Lewis contacted Ireland Reaching Out in 2016 looking to find out more about her Great Great Grandfather John O'Connor, from County Limerick in the west of Ireland. In the 18 months that followed, from knowing little or nothing about his life to being able to visit the former family homestead in Kilscannell, three generations of the descendants of John O'Connor reconnected with their place of origin on two separate visits to Ireland.
God Might Do Something Like That
My secular friends thought religious people blind and/or gullible and/or stupid. Religious people believed in fairy tales. The whole Easter story struck them as the biggest fairy tale of all.
But secular as I was, I thought that if there is a God, a point on which I was somewhat agnostic, he might do something just like that. And I could see at least one reason for it. I thought at the time that the Resurrection would be a great advertisement. God would make sure the people He loved would get the point.
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April 24 2019
HISTORICAL SOCIETY – Historian, Pádraig Ó Concubhair will give an illustrated talk on “The 1848 Rising in North Kerry and West Limerick” on Saturday 27th April at 7.30pm in the Bridewell. Everybody is welcome.
LISTOWEL LIBRARY will host a FREE Creative Writing Workshop to celebrate 'Poetry Ireland Day' with Kerry County Council's Writer in Residence Annmarie Ní Churreain on Thursday May 2nd from 11.00 Am - 1.00 PM, there will be an opportunity to book a one to one 35 minute mentoring slot in the afternoon between 2-6.30 PM. Please specify one or both when booking call 068-23044 to reserve your place. Limited spaces available.
FUNDRAISING VARIETY CONCERT: to raise money towards getting a Bus for St. John of God Kerry Services. Friday 26th April at the Tinteán Theatre, Ballybunion at 7.30pm.
OPEN DAY: An invitation has been issued by the Board of St Ita's Sheltered Housing to their Open Day on Saturday April 27. There will be a cup of tea in the Day Care Centre following the unveiling of a plaque in honour of the late Canon Neville whose brainchild the Sheltered Housing was. The evening will conclude with music by Lost Souls at The Winners’ Circle.
ICA: next meeting will be on Tuesday, April 30 in the Adult Education Centre at the earlier time of 7pm. Events, activities and speakers for the coming year will be fully discussed. Fáilte romhaidh go léir.
CYCLE AGAINST SUICIDE - Can you offer a bed for one night? CAS needs your help to accommodate this year’s cyclists and crew. Can you offer a bed for 1 night with shower/bath facilities and a meal. We would greatly appreciate it, as there are 140 cyclists coming to Listowel on the 30th of April and we are looking for people within a 20 miles radius. Please contact Liz at lizhorganhomestays@cycleagainstsuicide.com or Sadhbh on 087-7649182.
FLEADH BY THE FEALE 2019: Abbeyfeale is gearing up for one of the biggest weekends of the year with people travelling from all over Ireland and further afield to attend and some to participate in Fleadh by the Feale over the May Bank Holiday . The Celebrity concert this year is headlined by The Kilfenora Ceili Band who are celebrating 120 years on the road and who recently launched a new album. Some of the many highlights include Oiche Gaelige in Thomas TJ’s Thursday night, May 2 as well as the Art Competition prize giving in the Library. The Street Busking and the Ceili with Donie Nolan in Fr. Casey’s on Friday as well as the Wrenboys on the Gig Rig will get proceeding off to a rollicking start. There will also be the monthly Singing Session in The Ramble Inn from 9.30pm on Friday night. Then on Saturday, May 4 there is a full day of Workshops, a youth trad session in Donal and Anns, a Sliabh Luachra session in Leen’s Hotel, more entertainment on the gig rig with the Templeglantine Comhaltas Group and Scully’s Music School, Newmarket and of course, need I say, spontaneous sessions could spring up anywhere so a pub trail is in order. Sunday, May 5 is another full on day between social dancing/ceili dancing in the Square from 2pm (indoor venue on standby if it rains), Storytelling at St. Ita’s Hall at 3pm, Tournafulla Comhaltas on the gig rig, a tribute to the late Dan Murphy whose brainchild the Fleadh by the Feale was and then the highlight of the weekend the Kilfenora Ceili Band in Colaiste Ide agus Iosef. Monday and I’m worn out just writing it; another Ceili in the Square (indoor venue on standby if it rains), a workshop on Bone playing, more entertainment on the gig rig and then the All Ireland Bone Playing competitions.
SUSTAINABLE LIVING WORKSHOP. Free workshop in Kilcornan Community Hall, Monday, April 29, from 8pm-9.30pm. All are welcome to attend. For more information or to register, please contact Elaine at edillon@wlr.ie or call 069 66296, at West Limerick Resources CLG. Gifts for all attendees on the night!
ACCORD: We are now recruiting for volunteers as a Pre-Marriage Course Facilitator or a Marriage and Relationship Counsellor. If you have a positive attitude to the Catholic Church and have the enthusiasm to be part of the Accord team please contact our Tralee office 066 7122280, www.accord.ie or even better come to our Information Evening in St. John’s Parish Centre on Monday April 29thin St. John’s Parish Centre at 7.30pm.
ST ITA’S FAITH CAMP: This year our camp takes place in St Mary’s Boys school from Monday, July 29 –Thursday, August 1. We will need volunteers -adults 18yrs +and also youths aged 14 –17 yrs. Info: -087-2788834.
PILGRIMAGE TO ST. PADRE PIO Fully escorted group pilgrimage, 7 nights from Dublin, 27th Oct. & 2nd Nov. €895pps. Accompanied by spiritual director. Details contact Bernadette Hanrahan 0876019474.
GABRIEL Fitzmaurice will hold a workshop at Amergin Solstice Poetry Gathering in Waterville from 20th to 23rd June 2019. Gabriel will also be in Castleisland Day Care centre on May 13th from 11am.
BOOK: A book is being produced called Fluid Forms; Liam Flynn and will be published in November. Fundit.ie will launch a campaign on April 29 to help with its production and there will be four pieces of Liam’s work for sale on the website. This will give people an opportunity to pre order a copy of the book and should they wish, to acquire a piece of his work.
SUPPORT: 2 Jewish billionaires pledge $122 million toward restoring Notre Dame.
Françoise Bettencourt Meyers and Lilly Safra's donations account for about 17 percent of the $700 million collected so far for the restoration.
PILGRIMAGE TO MEDJUGORJE Some places remain on May 21st Pilgrimage to Medjugorje ex Cork with J.W.T. If interested contact Tom Dennehy 087 6468658.
KERRY CHORAL UNION will host their much anticipated Spring Concert at St Brendan’s Church, Tralee on Sunday April 28th at at 7.30pm. The wonderful concert of choral music will be conducted by Sharon Reidy and is being organised to raise vital funds for cancer support charity, Recovery Haven Kerry.
ROSARY AT THE GROTTOS, MAY 2019 Each day in May 2019, thousands of people from all around Ireland will gather at their local Grottos to recite the Rosary for Faith and Life in Ireland. To sign up your local Grotto, text/call 087 278 6552 or at www.coastalrosaryireland.ie
MEDJUGORJE CONFERENCE AND DAY OF PRAYER with Sr. Briege McKenna Saturday 31st August 2019Neptune Stadium, Cork. Tickets €20.00 available on Eventbrite.ie . Enter discount code EARLYBIRD for discount price of €15.00 available until 31st May 2019. All tickets purchased included in entry for free pilgrimage to Medjugorje from Cork or Dublin. Booking fees apply. Contact Sean O'Shaughnessy 0862959380.
GOOG FRIDAY: Blogs | Mar. 28, 2013
9 things you need to know about Good Friday
By Jimmy Akin
Good Friday is the most solemn day of the Christian year. It is the day our Saviour died for us.
It is the day we were redeemed from our sins by the voluntary death of God Himself at the hands of man.
Here are 9 things you need to know.
http://www.ncregister.com/blog/jimmy-akin/9-things-you-need-to-know-about-good-friday
Kerryman 1904-current, Saturday, December 14, 1940; Page: 6
KERRY PRIEST'S GOLDEN JUBILEE
DISTINGUISHED GATHERING AT NEW YORK CEREMONIES
A THREE DAY festival in celebration of the Golden Jubilee of the ordination to the priesthood of Rev. John Brosnan, pastor of St. Thomas Aquinas Church, at 1900 Crotona Parkway, Bronx, New York, began on Sunday, October 2Oth, when the jubilarian offered Solemn Mass of Thanksgiving in the church of which he is pastor for the past seventeen years. His Grace, Most Rev. Dr Spellman. Archbishop of New York, presided, and the attendance included: Most Rev. Dr. Stephen Donahue. Auxiliary Bishop of New York: Most Rev. Dr. Bonaventure Broderick, fifty monsignori and priests. The deacon of the Mass was Very Rev. John J. Greaney, V.F., Pittsburgh (Knocknagoshel), and the sub-deacon. Rev. Timothy Galvin. Alameda. California (Duagh), both nephews of the jubilarian. The Chaplains to His Grace the Archbishop were: the Right Rev. Monsignor Joseph P. Donahue, V.G., and the Right Rev. Monsignor Joseph McCarthy of Killarney. The sermon was preached by the Right Rev. Mosignor Henry O'Carroll, V.F, pastor of St. Patrick's Church, Newburgh, a native of Listowel, and a life long friend of the jublarian. They attended the same schools. The procession to the church before mass was led by over 100 altar boys and the members of the Holy Name Society acted as a guard of honour. On Monday morning Father Brosnan offered Mass for the Children, after which they gave him a reception in the school hall. A Solemn Requiem Mass for deceased parishioners was celebrated by the jubilarian on Tuesday morning. That evening the school hall was crowded to capacity by former and present parishioners who tendered Father Brosnan a reception and entertainment together with a gift in appreciation of his ministry and to _mark the joyful occasion of his golden jubilee. Rev. John Brosnan is brother of the Very Rev. Patrick Canon Brosnan P.P.. Millstreet, and uncle of Very Rev Denis Brosnan, President of St. Brendan's Seminary, Killarney. The late Very Rev. Denis Brosnan former President of St Brendan’s, was a brother of the Jubilarian
Born in 1866 at Islandanny. Kilmorna, Co Kerry. Father John Brosnan was educated at the National School. St Brendan’s Seminary. Killarney, and at the lrish College in Paris. He was ordained by the late Most Rev. Dr. Coffey, Bishop of Kerry on 19th October, 1890. He
He became an assistant at the Mission for Irish Immigrant Girls. Our Lady of the Rosary Church, Manhattan, where he laboured for seventeen years before becoming Pastor of St. Thomas of Canterbury Church, Cornwall-on-the-Hudson Here he built a church, rectory, school and convent and after fifteen years was transferred to the church of St. Thomas Aquinas The new church and rectory there, as well as the new convent for the nuns of the Sacred Heart of Mary Order who teach in the parochial school, are further monuments to his zeal.
Kerryman 1904-current, Saturday, May 05, 1934; Section: Front page, Page: 1
Items covered; Arrears on labourers’ cottages.
Meeting at Newtownsandes and Knockanure, expressed regret at the large amount of arrears due in respect of labourers cottage’s, and their determination to have arrears reduced. Listowel race committee have decided to make further improvements to Island Course.
BISHOP: Son of a labours who emigrated from Killarney has been consecrated as Auxiliary Bishop of New York according to Chicago Tribune. He is named as Right Rev Monsignor Donahue and has only turned forty.
The paper also discussed Social Credit and E Ua Curnain. Food destroyed and prices to poor rising.
A serious attack on the experts who advise on butter production and the harm they are doing, is also well discussed.
Irish Press 1931-1995, 25.08.1951, page 7
Picture of American pilgrims who disembarked from the Mauretania at Cobh, their leader was Most Rev Dr. Stephen Donahue, Auxiliary Bishop of New York.
Western People 1889-current, 01.09.1951, page 5 (Edited)
Bishop of New York in Westport.
Dr Stephen Donahue, Bishop of New York, Right Rev Mons Hammer and his brother Judge Hammer, Supreme Court Judge of New York; Rev Frs. Donnelly and O’Connor , New York.
Were among a group of American tourists, who also visited Knock Shrine.
North Kerry Word press
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FLICKR Pictures Knockanure
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ST JOHN’S: Wed 24th - Sun 28th- ACTING IRISH INTERNATIONAL THEATRE FESTIVAL
Featuring Five Irish American theatre groups from the USA and Canada as follows:
Wed 24th- MOLL
The Gaelic Park Players from Chicago present John B. Keane’s classic comedy based on the all-seeing priest’s housekeeper.
Thurs 25th- BLOOMSDAY
A play by Stephen Dietz presented by Milwaukee Irish Arts. Robert returns to
Dublin to reunite with Cait, the woman who captured his heart during a James Joyce literary tour 35 years ago.
Fri 26th- SPINNING
Written by Deirdre Kinahan and presented by Liffey Players Drama Society,
Calgary, the play is a contemporary tragedy set in small-town Ireland.
Sat 27th 2pm- PORT AUTHORITY
Written by Conor McPherson and presented by The Irish American Theatre Co.,
Cincinnati. The play is about big dreams and lost opportunities for three generations of Dublin men.
Sat 27th 8pm- LONG DAY’S JOURNEY INTO NIGHT
Eugene O’ Neill’s Pulitzer prize-winning drama is a semi-autobiographical
account of his explosive home life with his morphine addicted mother and his brother Edmund who is ill with tuberculosis. Presented by The Irish Players,
Rochester, New York.
Mon 29th- Tues 30th- STUDIO 8- An exhibition of artwork by QQI Level 5 Art students studying in North Kerry College of Further Education. Opening - Tues 30th April at 8pm. All welcome.
CYCLE AGAINST SUICIDE - Can you donate a bed for one night? CAS needs your help to accommodate this year’s cyclists and crew. Can you offer a bed for 1 night along with shower/bath facilities and a meal. We would greatly appreciate it, as there are 140 cyclists coming to Listowel on the 30th of April and we are looking for people within a 20 miles radius. Please contact Liz at lizhorganhomestays@cycleagainstsuicide.com or Sadhbh on 087-7649182.
PILGRIMAGE TO ST. PADRE PIO Fully escorted group pilgrimage, 7 nights from Dublin, 27th Oct. & 2nd Nov. €895pps. Accompanied by spiritual director. Details contact Bernadette Hanrahan 0876019474.
BOOK: A book is being produced called Fluid Forms; Liam Flynn and will be published in November. Fundit.ie will launch a campaign on April 29 to help with its production and there will be four pieces of Liam’s work for sale on the website. This will give people an opportunity to pre order a copy of the book and should they wish, to acquire a piece of his work.
MORAN from Athea; Father-of-seven Tom Moran will abseil from the new nine-storey extension to his hotel to raise money for St James' hospital on Sunday, June 2, almost three years to the day since he was placed in an induced coma following his fall in Malaga.
BEDS WANTED: Cycle against Suicide, visits Listowel on 29th April and beds wanted, contact homestays@cycleagainstsuicide.com
HIGHLIGHTS OF 25th FLEADH BY THE FEALE 2019: The Celebrity concert this year is headlined by The Kilfenora Ceili Band who are celebrating 120 years on the road. The Fleadh takes place May 2-6, concert Sunday, May 5. Highlights include Oiche Gaelige in Thomas TJ’s Thursday night, May 2 as well as the Art Competition prize giving in the Library. The Street Busking and the Ceili with Donie Nolan in Fr. Casey’s on Friday as well as the Wrenboys on the Gig Rig will get proceeding off to a rollicking start. There will also be the monthly Singing Session in The Ramble Inn from 9.30pm on Friday night. Then on Saturday, May 4 there is a full day of Workshops, a youth trad session in Donal and Anns, a Sliabh Luachra session in Leen’s Hotel, more entertainment on the gig rig with the Templeglantine Comhaltas Group and Scully’s Music School, Newmarket and of course, need I say, spontaneous sessions could spring up anywhere so a pub trail is in order. Sunday, May 5 is another full on day between social dancing/ceili dancing in the Square from 2pm (indoor venue on standby if it rains), Storytelling at St. Ita’s Hall at 3pm, Tournafull Comhaltas on the gig rig, a tribute to the late Dan Murphy whose brainchild the Fleadh by the Feale was and then the highlight of the weekend the Kilfenora Ceili Band in Colaiste Ide agus Iosef. Monday and I’m worn out just writing it; another Ceili in the Square (indoor venue on standby if it rains) , a workshop on Bone playing, more entertainment on the gig rig and then the All Ireland Bone Playing competitions.
GOOD FRIDAY NATIONAL HOLY FACE PUBLIC PRAYER VIGIL: will be held on Good Friday, April 19th, in the Square, Tralee at 12 noon. All welcome.
KERRY ADOLESCENT COUNSELLING SERVICE; have moved from Balloonagh, to the rear of St John’s Parish Centre. Please note, during their set-up there may be an issue with their phone lines.
DIVINE MERCY SUNDAY: April 28th. Devotions in St. John’s Church, Tralee at 2.45pm. All Welcome. Novena begins on Good Friday.
PILGRIMAGE TO MEDJUGORJE: Group Leader Maura O’Keeffe Harksen accompanied by Fr. Francis Nolan. September 10th2019—7 nights in guesthouse close to St. James’ Church. Flights ex Cork airport. For information contact 066 7127143 or 087 1517696.
KERRY DIOCESAN PILGRIMAGE TO LOURDES: Led by Bishop Ray Browne. 175th Anniversary of the Birth of St. Bernadette. Theme: “Blessed are the Poor”. 29thAugust to 3rd of September. Flights ex Kerry Airport. All bookings, to Mrs. Janice O’Sullivan, Droum House, Nohoval Upper, Rathmore, Co. Kerry. Telephone 064 7758219 or email: joskdp@eircom.net
PILGRIMAGE TO THE HOLY LAND led by Fr. Pat Crean-Lynch. September 24th—2nd October. For further details contact Fr. Pat Crean-Lynch on 087 220 0114.
FEEDBACK FROM THE PARISH ASSEMBLY held at Knockanure on 8th April 2019.
The Parish Assembly which was held last Monday night was attended by over 40 parishioners and was facilitated by Bernie McCaffrey from the Kerry Diocesan Pastoral Team. The discussion focused on three key areas and the groups were asked for suggested actions in each area that the PPC could concentrate on, on behalf of the Parish. The three discussion areas and respective actions were as follows;
1. Development of Parish Ministries and Recruitment to same – Whilst we have a lot of ministries, the group felt more information on the ministries should be available to attract more parishioners to join the ministries, we should offer a trial period and if taken on a time limit of 2-3 years could be set, as well as providing training for same, no one should feel uncomfortable in a ministry or that it’s a job for life. In relation to the Eucharistic Ministry it was suggested that it should be extended to taking Communion from mass to housebound once per month, this would be in addition to in addition to the first Friday calls.
2. Focus on Young Families and Youth – The discussion here focused on trying to keep the interest of children to try and make mass part of the family routine, especially after First Holy Communion for example getting children involved in acting the gospel, children’s liturgy programme, child friendly area inside the church, social meeting for children after mass and outside church – child friendly parking spaces. The children’s choir is a great success and was complemented on the work they do with the children.
3. Adult Faith Formation – There were a lot of actions suggested from this group -Prayer group/Scripture
Study (seasonally orientated short programs)/ Anonymous Prayer request boxes in public places, Novena’s/ Themed monthly masses (Family orientated all ages, Anniversary masses for communion and confirmation groups)/ Parish Mission (Planning must focus on after plan) and Home visitation Mission for elderly, housebound and new parishioners.
Fr Kevin and the PPC would now like to ask for feedback from the whole parish on the suggested actions as to which areas parishioners would like the PPC to focus on first, feedback can be given into the Parish Office or directly to Fr Kevin, Amanda Coulson or any of the PPC members. Fr Kevin and the PPC would like to take this opportunity to thank Bernie McCaffrey and everyone who came to the assembly and contributed to what was a very positive night.
Parish Pastoral Council Members: Fr. Kevin McNamara, P.P., Amanda Coulson (Chairperson), Mary O’Flaherty (Secretary), Elizabeth Brosnan, Mary Fitzgerald, Margaret Horgan, Michelle Mulvihill, P.J. Mulvihill, Joanne O’Connor, Eamonn Whyte, Kay O’Hanlon, Noreen Roche.
PAPERS: Bishop Casey; Limerick Leader 1905-current, Saturday, July 26, 1969; Page: 11
Best Wishes Bishop Elect.
NEWS OF Rev. Eamonn Casey’s appointment as the Bishop of Kerry was received with joy in Limerick where he served so faithfully for so long.
This most likeable priest became almost famous for his great work in England, particularly for his work for homeless emigrants. His dedication to this work led to his appointment as director of the Housing Aid Society and Chairman of Shelter. Aged 42, the Bishop-Elect is a native of Firies, Co Kerry and succeeds Most Rev Dr Moynihan who Is retiring because of age.
Education
Fr. Casey completed his secondary education at St Munchin’s College Limerick, and continued his studies at St. Patrick’s College Maynooth, where he obtained his degrees of B A and L Ph. He was ordained In 1951.
From 1951-‘6O, the Bishop-Elect worked as a curate in Limerick In St Patrick’s and St John’s parishes He also taught In vocational schools In Limerick and in 1959 he founded the Emigrants Bureau in Limerick
In 1960 he joined the Emigrants Apostolate in Britain and worked from ’60 to ’64 as a curate In Slough, Bucks, where his job was to help 10,000 Irish migrant workers to become Integrated Into the local church and civic community
The effectiveness of his efforts brought him to the attention of Cardinal Heenan who In 1963 Invited him to place the Catholic Housing Aid Society on a national basis As a National Director of this organisation, Fr. Casey built up a Central London Office which now helps 68 homeless families each week. In addition, he has set up 65 branches of the Society throughout Britain. In 1964 he founded the Family Housing Association which now owns £760,000 worth of property. In addition, the Bishop-Elect Is also Director of the British Council of Churches of Housing Trust, a trustee of the Housing and Homeless Central Fund and a Founder Trustee of “Shelter’ National Campaign for the Homeless. And In January last year he was, appointed Chairman of “Shelter’ which provides funds for housing It was the greatest honour this Inter-denominational body could have paid him.
He Is also a member of the English Catholic Hierarchy’s Commission for Social Welfare and Is a founder member and Managing Director of the Marian Employment Agency.
The news of his elevation to the See of Kerry was also received with delight at the Irish Centre in Camden Square.
Father Casey’s name will always be synonymous with, emigrant aid in London and other parts of Britain
A man of action, as can be readily seen from his achievements, he is a firm believer in doing things first and talking afterwards
Thousands of well-wishers, grateful emigrants and a host of friends will watch his career as a Bishop with affectionate interest and will pray for the success of his intentions.
https://northkerry.wordpress.com/?s=Casey
The Chinese regime is also applying its agreement with the Holy See this way. With the bulldozer that under police escort - see photo - razes to the ground on April 4 the building of a parish in Qianyang, which had on its top floor a room for the Mass and on the ground floor a free clinic for the poor, run by nuns.
ST JOHNS Listowel April 2019
Tues 9th- Sun 14th
THE COBWEBS GLORY
A comic drama by Bryan Michael O’Connor based on the exploits of the owner
and trainer of a promising greyhound. The cast features: Barry Francis, Batt O’Keeffe, Conor Foley, Andrea Thornton, Frances Kennedy, Annette O’ Donnell,
Gearoid O’ Connor, Sonny Egan and Johnny Corkery – presented by St. John's Theatre.
https://youtu.be/6Y-ISdziPWI
Tues 16th
JULY 22 - Film Club
A film by Erik Poppe based on true events – the terrorist attack on the summer camp outside Oslo in 2011. In association with Access Cinema.
Wed 24th - Sun 28th
ACTING IRISH INTERNATIONAL THEATRE FESTIVAL
Featuring Five Irish American theatre groups from the USA and Canada as follows:
Wed 24th
MOLL
The Gaelic Park Players from Chicago present John B. Keane’s classic comedy based on the all-seeing priest’s housekeeper.
Thurs 25th
BLOOMSDAY
A play by Stephen Dietz presented by Milwaukee Irish Arts. Robert returns to
Dublin to reunite with Cait, the woman who captured his heart during a James Joyce literary tour 35 years ago.
Fri 26th
SPINNING
Written by Deirdre Kinahan and presented by Liffey Players Drama Society,
Calgary, the play is a contemporary tragedy set in small-town Ireland.
Sat 27th 2pm
PORT AUTHORITY
Written by Conor McPherson and presented by The Irish American Theatre Co.,
Cincinnati. The play is about big dreams and lost opportunities for three generations of Dublin men.
Sat 27th 8pm
LONG DAY’S JOURNEY INTO NIGHT
Eugene O’ Neill’s Pulitzer prize-winning drama is a semi-autobiographical
account of his explosive home life with his morphine addicted mother and his brother Edmund who is ill with tuberculosis. Presented by The Irish Players,
Rochester, New York.
Mon 29th- Tues 30th
STUDIO 8
An exhibition of artwork by QQI Level 5 Art students studying in North Kerry
College of Further Education. Opening - Tues 30th April at 8pm. All welcome.
April 10 2019
LISTOWEL FAMILY RESOURCE CENTRE: Rainbows offers a 9-week listening, group support programme for children following a bereavement of parental separation. Suitable for children from 1st to 6th class. Starting on 1st May from 5.15pm to 6.15pm in the Centre. For more information on these and all courses contact, 068/23584.
PADRE PIO DEVOTIONS Lixnaw on Tuesday (April 16th ) at 7.30pm.The witness will be given by David Saunders.
AONGHUS McANALLY CONCERT, tickets are available this weekend for Church Concert which will be on May 21st. This year we have Aonghus McAnally & guests Denise Doyle and Ivan McKenna.
PLAY: Cobwebs Glory by Brian Michael O’Connor at St John’s from April 9th to 14th, details from 068 22566.
MOYVANE SPORTS HALL: The Community Centre Committee is holding ‘A Night at the Dogs’ in Tralee Greyhound Track, on April 12th.. Tickets from Mike Corridan on 087/4175063 or committee members.
FASHION: Athea Tidy Towns Group hosts their annual fundraising fashion show on Wednesday, April 17th at 8pm, with the Con Colbert Hall
AFTERNOON TEA DANCE: Mary MacArthur in association with the Wednesday Club is holding a Tea Dance in memory of Mary’s late husband Hughie, in Fr Casey’s GAA Hall, Abbeyfeale from 3 - 6pm on Sunday, April 14. All proceeds to Milford Care Centre. Music by Mike Condon. Tickets €5 from 087 6377310. Raffle.
KNOCK celebrating 140th Anniversary of the Apparition, Mercy Sunday April 28th, ceremonies 12.45pm to 5pm.
CHRISM MASS will take place on Tuesday evening April 16that 7.00pm, in Killarney. There will be refreshments after the Mass in St. Brendan’s College refectory. Everyone welcome.
LOUGH Derg, three day pilgrimage begin on 31st of May.
Women in the Media, event at Ballybunion from 26th to 28th April, 2019.
LIMERICK County Fleadh takes place in Athea over the June Bank Holiday weekend.
THOUGHT: People are like stained-glass windows. They sparkle and shine when the sun is out, but when the darkness sets in, their true beauty is revealed only if there is a light from within
BLACKTHORN and the plum are now covered in white flowers. First Quarter of Moon on 12th April.
ALCOHOL: Listowel Community Action on Alcohol host “Opening the Conversation” with Marion Rackard and Dolores Tiernan, Director Talbot Grove Castleisland, on the impact of Parental Alcohol Misuse. Thurs 11th April at 8pm in the Seanchai Listowel
KERRY HOSPICE WALK – will take place on Good Friday 19th April at 10.30am from Tarbert Comprehensive School to Tarbert Island. All Funds raised go directly to the Kerry Hospice Foundation to provide funding for much needed Hospice Care in Kerry. Sponsorship cards available at Tarbert Bridewell. Telephone 068 -36500.
MEDJUGORJE MONTHLY PRAYER MEETING Monday 8th at 11am. Straight after Morning Mass in the Parish Meeting Room, Listowel.
PALM (PASSION) SUNDAY April 14th, as we begin Holy Week and celebrate the Passion, Death and Resurrection of Our Lord. The blessing of Palms will take place at masses.
EASTER CAMP Names are being taken for an Easter camp to be held at Listowel Family Resource Centre from April 15th-19th from 9,45am-1.15pm daily. Further details from Patricia Lyons on 068 23584.
TRAD FUNDRAISER: Laura O’Donoghue will be volunteering in Zambia, Africa with the Suas volunteer program this summer. Laura from Ballaugh, Abbeyfeale says “I will spend 2 months volunteering as a teaching assistant in some the most disadvantaged schools in the world. The majority of the children attending these schools are living in extreme poverty and education is really their only escape from the poverty cycle that profoundly exists in their community. I will be holding a Trad Music fundraiser in Halla Inse Bán in Templeglantine on Saturday, April 27 at 8pm. Tickets €10 will be available at the door. I really appreciate any support and I’d love if you could make it on the night”
SHANNONSIDE WOMEN’S GROUP – are holding a clothes collection on Thursday 25th April from 8 to 10am in the Church car park in aid of Brú Columbanus, Cork and the Oncology and Palliative Care Unit Tralee.
OPEN DAY: An invitation has been issued by the Board of St Ita's Sheltered Housing to their Open Day on Saturday April 27. There will be a cup of tea in the Day Care Centre following the unveiling of a plaque in honour of the late Canon Neville whose brainchild the Sheltered Housing was. The evening will conclude with music by Lost Souls at The Winners’ Circle.
ARDFERT RETREAT CENTRE: Bookings: Phone 0667134276.Weekly Prayer Meetings: Led by Ben Perkins, Mondays 8.00pm-9.30pm starts on 29thApril.Overview of the Catechism of the Catholic Church: Fr. Sean Sheehy, Wednesdays 7.00pm-8.30pm starts on 1stMay (for 5 weeks).Adoration Diocesan Committee Annual Retreat Day: Thursday 30thMay, 9.30am-4.00pm.
FUNDRAISING VARIETY CONCERT: to raise money towards getting a Bus for St. John of God Kerry Services. Friday 26th April at the Tinteán Theatre, Ballybunion at 7.30pm. Special prize of €100 on the door ticket. Tickets can be purchased in Listowel Parish Office.
LISTOWEL HOSPICE – EAMON CONNOR MEMORIAL WALK/RUN 10k, 5k. or 3k. in aid of Kerry Hospice on Good Friday April 19th, walk commencing from St. Patrick’s Hall, Listowel. Registration & start Time 10am. sponsor cards available from J.K. Sports, Mary 0872770766.
TREES: National Tree Week was Sunday 31 March – Sunday 7 April 2019.
LOURDES: Limerick Diocesan Pilgrimage to Lourdes will take place this year from June 20 -25. All Assisted (Invalid) Pilgrims applications to be submitted to Lourdes Office before the end of April. Details and cost will be on the notice board at the entrance of Abbeyfeale Church.
PARISH DEFIBRILLATOR TRAINING & REFERSHERS COURSE starting in April for 2 nights 2 hours each night. If interested in training: Cardiac First Response course or updating existing course . Please email listowel@dioceseofkerry.ie or ring 068-21188 with your name and contact details.
CELEBRATING LENT - The diocese has produced two resources to guide people through Lent: Journeying through Lent is a prayer booklet inviting people to pray daily, asking God for a particular gift this Lent e.g. becoming people of compassion, and Opening our Hearts offering families a way to gather each week using one of two proposed prayer activities. Pick them up at Mass or find them on www.dioceseofkerry.ie
HIGHLIGHTS OF FLEADH BY THE FEALE 2019: The Celebrity concert this year is headlined by The Kilfenora Ceili Band who are celebrating 120 years on the road. The Fleadh takes place May 2-6, concert Sunday, May 5. Highlights include Oiche Gaelige in Thomas TJ’s Thursday night, May 2 as well as the Art Competition prize giving in the Library. The Street Busking and the Ceili in Fr. Casey’s on Friday as well as the Wrenboys on the Gig Rig will get proceeding off to a rollicking start. Then on Saturday, May 4 there is a full day of Workshops, a youth trad session in Donal and Anns, a Sliabh Luachra session in Leen’s Hotel, more entertainment on the gig rig and spontaneous sessions could spring up anywhere so a pub trail is in order. Sunday, May 5 is another full on day between social dancing in the Square, Storytelling at St. Ita’s Hall, a tribute to the late Dan Murphy whose brainchild the Fleadh by the Feale was and then the highlight of the weekend the Kilfenora Ceili Band in Colaiste Ide agus Iosef. Monday and I’m worn out just writing it; another Ceili this time in the Square, a workshop on Bone playing, more entertainment on the gig rig and then the All Ireland Bone Playing competitions.
LAST MONTHS speaker at Lixnaw St Pio Meeting; MICKY HARTE – HIS VISIT WAS SPECIAL AND MEMORABLE. He arrived in Lixnaw at 5.45pm and joined the sisters for supper at 6pm. Micky is a humble, pleasant and unassuming man. His message on the night was clear (1) God is the deepest thing in all of us (2) that presence must be nourished by prayer, mass and adoration. (3) if we allow God in He will inspire us and help us to make sense of the craziest and darkest moments. (4) He or she who doesn’t stand for something will fall for everything (5) spoke of his cherished upbringing and how it influenced him. (6) advised against the current philosophy of self which has no time or space for others in time of need or difficulty.(7) To talk to one another and especially listen (8) Surround ourselves with positive people whenever we can.
AUTUISM: Cork Autism Conference 2019 - Autism: No Limits, Just Possibilities, Sun. Sept. 22nd Silversprings Hotel, Tivoli, Cork. The conference provides a unique forum for Parents, Families, Caregivers, Autistic Adults, Employers, Educators, Professionals, Agencies, Advocates and anyone with an interest in autism. All are welcome. More info here: www.bookwhen.com/autismcork or call 089 239 8900
MONEY: Glin Development Association and Cllr John Sheahan: are delighted to announce that the Minister for Agriculture, Food and the Marine, Michael Creed has allocated 111,000 to help repair and maintain Glin Pier. Glin Development are currently working on plans to build a floating pontoon at the Pier
PAPERS 1919; Nationalist and Leinster Times 1883-current, 07.07.1995, page 18
Eye on the Past; Novelist George A Birmingham alias Canon James Hannay, wrote, General John Regan in 1913; The Island Mystery in 1918; A padre in France 1918; An Irishman Looks at His World in 1919. Our Casualty in 1919. Up the Rebels in 1919 and Inisheeny in 1920. He was an Irish speaker. His biography, Pleasant Places published 1934, Born 1865, he died 1950
Evening Herald 1891-current, 19.07.1996, page 12
Oldest volunteer in the games is based at the campus at Georgia Tech, where he was a freshman in 1919, as for class reunions, nobody shows up anymore.
Big run on free condoms at the Olympics, according to the paper.
Evening Herald 1891-current, 19.07.1996, page 79
Olympics report see paper. Cliff Meidl who will represent his country in Kayak, is a miracle man. Californian who payed his way through school, while on job absorbed 30,000 volts of electricity and after 15 operations was advised to take to the water as part of his rehabilitation and was inspired by the Kayak event at Seoul Olympics to take up the sport. Charles Fram aged 94 mentioned as volunteer.
Evening Herald 1891-current, 14.02.2000, page 87
New Series having a look at GAA Counties of Ireland. Kildare the Lilywhites, can’t grasp the Nettle.
Squires Gannon first man to lift the Sam Maguire, but the last Kildare player to do so was Larry Stanley, who brought Kildare to Victory in 1919. An Olympic High Jumper, he got another All Ireland with Dublin and played 17games for Kildare over 16 year span.
Limerick Leader 1905-current, 05.08.2000, page 6
Book Review; Martin Byrne’s review of the RUC man’s book on Police Casualties in Ireland 1919 ’22, by Mercier Press. 25 of the 27 were killed in the 18 month period of 1920 up to the Truce on 11th July 1921.
Mayo News 1893-current, 19.12.2001, page 20
Cathair na Mart No 21 now available; Items on Westport Train 1899 to 1915; Westport Estate and Town. John McBride and 1916; Republican and RIC casualties 1919 to 1924; Methodist Church in Westport and Australia. Crew and passengers on Britannia from Wesport to Quebec 1842 from John Moore; Four Masters from Brother Holmes OSF. John O’Donnell 1866 to 1920, land for the people.
Nationalist and Leinster Times 1883-current, 29.12.2018, page 38
Article on war of Independence concentrating on 1919.
10th April Dail told we were at war with England.DE Valera escaped from prison 4 Feb. 1919. Two men shot Gortalea on 13th April 1918. Robert Browne killed Knocknagoshel 8 Feb. 1921; Sergeant Daniel Joseph McGandy killed Derry 20 Jan 1919; Patrick Casey C Company 2nd Kerry Brigade shot dead; Captain Robert Joseph Byrne of Limerick in an attempt to rescue him, Constable Martin O Brien also killed. There were 9,700 RIC men in Country in 1,500 barracks. Dail policy of boycott announced 11th April 1919. In 1919 Eleven RIC men and four Dublin Metropolitan Police G Division killed. (See PAPER FOR MUCH MORE)
Sunday Independent 1906-current, 18.09.1983, page 7
Since 1919 the numbers who have been executed and died in prison camps or in politically organised famines, totalled 21, 500, 500. This is from article on communism. Bishop Quinlan death march Korea 1950 also book by Fr. Philip Crosbie, for more insights into communism.
AUTISM: While the experience was frustrating for Father Schneider at the time, today he looks back on that moment as a blessing, because it eventually led him to be diagnosed with autism, a diagnosis that helped him better understand himself and, ultimately, to find roles in ministries that were better suited to him.
http://www.ncregister.com/daily-news/catholic-priest-shares-his-story-of-life-with-autism
Science
The Worst Disease Ever Recorded
A doomsday fungus known as Bd has condemned more species to extinction than any other pathogen.
https://www.theatlantic.com/science/archive/2019/03/bd-frogs-apocalypse-disease/585862/
April 3 2019
KERRY BRANCH KIDNEY DONOR WEEK Thursday 4th April.
NORA MULVIHILL HOSPICE COFFEE MORNING Wishes to thank everyone who helped and supported the Coffee morning on St. Patrick’s Day the amount raised was €605.00.
RAINBOWS OFFERS A 9 WEEK listening, group support programme for children following a bereavement or parental separation. Children will be grouped together depending on their age and loss experience. Rainbows is suitable for children from age 7 years and in 1st class up to 6th class. Rainbows is not counselling or professional therapy. Start date: 1st May 2019
Venue: Listowel Family Resource Centre Time: 5.15pm – 6.15pm Contact: Toni Clarke – 068-23584.
ANAM CARA KERRY, the organisation that supports bereaved parents, is holding a Parent Evening on Tuesday 9th April at 7:20pm in Recovery Haven, 5 Haig's Terrace, Killierisk, Tralee.
KERRY HOSPICE WALK – will take place on Good Friday 19th April at 10.30am from Tarbert Comprehensive School to Tarbert Island. Sponsorship cards available at Tarbert Bridewell. Telephone 068 -36500.
KERRY DIOCESAN PILGRIMAGE TO LOURDES 2019: 29th August to 3rd September 175th Anniversary of St. Bernadette. Contact: Janice O’Sullivan 064 7758219.
MEDJUGORJE: Group Leader Maura O’Keeffe Harksen accompanied by Fr. Francis Nolan. September 10th 2019—7 nights in guesthouse close to St. James’ Church. Flights ex Cork airport. For information contact 066 7127143 or 087 1517696.
MALTA 5th to 12th September, 2019 accompanied by Fr. Dan O’Riordan. For details contact Premier Travel, Telephone 021 427 77 00.
SAVING the planet for our children. A talk by Dr. Lorna Gold (Trócaire), Wednesday 10th April at 8.00pm In St. John’s Parish Centre, Tralee.
MARRIAGE ENCOUNTER WEEKEND: 12th – 14th April in Cork. Contact: 0868334382.
County Clean Up We received this world as an inheritance from past generations, but also as a loan from future generations, to whom we will have to return it!” Following Pope Francis' call that we all care for our common home, why not organise a parish group to take action or join with local community groups in the County Clean Up on Saturday 13th April? Register by emailing countycleanup@kwd.ie for your free cleaning packs.
TAIZE: Diocesan Youth Pilgrimage to Taizé 2019 Following the success of last year’s pilgrimage, the diocese will once again travel with a group of young pilgrims to Taizé in France. We travel on Sun. June 23rd and return on Sun. June 30th. Departure is from Dublin airport. The cost for the pilgrimage is €500. Please contact Tomás Kenny on 086 3683778 or tomaskenny@dioceseofkerry.ie for more information.
VOLUNTEER: Br Tom Walsh Appeal Lasallian Developing World Projects are looking for volunteers to go to Keelamudiman in Southern India to complete a project which we started in 2018. Contact Br Tom Walsh brtwalsh@hotmail.com or 0863453092 for more information.
PHONE: Samaritans of Kerry 24 hours a day. Phone: 116123 or text number 087 260 9090.
Kerry Evening Post 1813-1917, Wednesday, October 31, 1900; Page: 4
LISTOWEL QUARTER SESSIONS
The following magistrates occupied seats on the bench—Messrs M J Nolan, Gausen, R M; T O'Connell, Dr J T Dillon, Dr P T Dillon, R H M'Carthy, Dr Clancy, J D Crosbie, and J Rice.
Mary Barry, Glenoe, was granted a confirmation of a license. Mr F Creagh, solr, appeared for the applicant Jeremiah Brosnan. Newtownsandes, was granted a Licence.
Kerry Weekly Reporter 1883-1920, Saturday, February 03, 1900; Page: 2
CREAMERY SHARES
INTERESTING ACTION AT THE LISTOWEL QUARTER SESSIONS. At the Listowel Quarter Sessions, before Mr J J Shaw, Q .C , County Court Judge, a number of interesting actions for the recovery of shares in connection with ,the Newtownsandes Co-operative Society, were heard. The defendants were: —Wm Stack, Mrs M Flaherty, and Laurence Buckley and Edmund Stack.
Mr E J McElligott, B L, (instructed by Mr F Creagh, solr.,) appeared for the plaintiff, and Mr John Condon, solicitor, represented the defendants.
Mr M J Nolan, J P, examined by Mr McElligott , said that in the case of Wm. Stack he was aware that the defendant paid a first call of £6 5s-, which was portion of his shares of £25 in the society. The present action was to recover another sum of £6-5s— which, was a subsequent call on the outstanding amount of the shares due to the society. This call was made at a meeting of the committee of the society held on the 10th August last, at which Mr Stack was present as a member of the committee. At that meeting a resolution was passed, making a call upon those shares, which resolution he read from the minute book. The way in which the amount of the shares was generally paid was by deducting the amount from the milk supply of the shareholders every month. But in consequence of some little friction at the creamery some time-since, Mr Stack left, and sent his milk to another creamery.
Mr Condon: What position did you hold at that meeting? Witness: I was president or chairman. Do you hold any other position in the society? —I am treasurer. And secretary?—-No; Mr De Lacy is secretary since July. He is manager and secretary now. Were you present at the meeting that was held at which Mr Stack's shares were allotted? —No. I was away at the time.
Do you produce any record showing the allotment to Mr Stack?—Yes, the share book. Was the meeting hold on the 8th or 10th Aug. an ordinary committee meeting?—Yes. Do you produce any minute in your books showing the purpose for which this meeting was held? —I think it was an ordinary monthly meeting. Was that the only intimation he got about the necessity for this call?—Mr Stack was present at the meeting himself, and I believe he got more intimation. Do you produce any minute of a circular directed to Mr Stack, showing that the object of this meeting was to call in shares?—The manager will be able to tell you that. Mr Thomas De Lacy, in reply to Mr McElligott, said he was appointed secretary and manager of the society on the 24th July, 1899. He wrote up the minutes of the 10th August, 1899. Mr. Stack was present at that meeting. Mr McElligott: Did Mr Stack at that meeting make any objection to this call?—No.
Ha he been sending his milk to another creamery since — He was sending his milk to another creamery before I was appointed.
Did you post a circular similar to that one (producing a circular) to the shareholders of the society? Mr Condon: No; not that one.
Witness: No that one was sent round by hand. There was another one sent round by post. The application in Mr. Stack's case, was for £6 5s., and was given to a boy named David Connor who was in the society's employment to post. It was undoubtedly sent to Stack and those other parties here sued. Mr Creagh, solicitor, also made an application.
To Mr Condon: The committee he alluded to was the committee of an ordinary meeting. Did they at an ordinary meeting resolve to call shares?—Yes; I think it was an ordinary meeting. How many were at it? Mr McElligott—Eight. Mr Condon: I take it then that it was in accordance with the resolution of this ordinary meeting that this circular was sent out. Are you familiar with the rules of the committee of management —I didn't study the rules. Mr Condon remarked that there was no general meeting any how since then, and that this call was sprung upon some of them.
David Connor said he was in the employment of the society. He remembered getting some circulars from De Lacy to post. He didn't know what month it was. He posted all the circulars given to him at the Newtown Post Office. To Mr Condon: He did not recollect posting one to Mr Stack. He checked them with a list De Lacy had in his pocket. Do you swear you posted a notice to Mr Stack? I could not swear-it. To Mr McElligott: He was of opinion that these circulars included one to Mr Stack.
Mr Condon said that these proceedings against Mr. Stack were, to say the least, somewhat peculiar. He was a man who took a very great interest in getting up this creamery. In the beginning it seems to have been going on all right, and was then under the patronage of the parish priest, but unfortunately friction arose , and like a good many local industrial schemes dissension prevailed, and this society has now formed itself into a company of one man. In his various public duties there is no man who has a greater admiration for Mr. Nolan than he had; but in connection with this matter he did not think the position of Mr. Nolan was as honourable one. Mr. Nolan was a man whose public duties, as everybody know, were many and varied, but still he found time to occupy almost all the available positions in this society—for what ends he could not say. At all events, Mr. Stack, who, although he has not so many alphabetical initials to his name as Mr M J Nolan, may be as capable and intelligent a creamery manager, and also the respected parish priest had to be removed, with the result that what was once a flourishing institution has now dwindled down to a position which made it necessary to call in all the outstanding shares. Everybody well knew that this result was due to the course of management adopted by the committee of one. The "call' that is made here against Mr. Stack has not been made, in a legal way, or in accordance with the conditions of the rules of management. It is true that at an ordinary committee meeting of five or six members a sort of hole and corner gathering—in a society of over 100 shareholders—this resolution or "ukase" was-drafted, but the committee had nothing to do with the finances of the society. The committee mentioned in the rules meant the committee of management, and as this was not a general meeting, the action of the meeting was ultra vires in passing this resolution.
Mr William Stack, cross examined by Mr Condon, said he was one of the subscribers of the society, and a committee man. He continued to send his milk there up to last May; except on another occasion, when some trouble arose, and Mr Nolan acted as chairman for a couple of months. Mr. Nolan then: became president, but he could not be president. The parish priest has been removed and the institution has dwindled down ever since. He got no notice that there was to be
a meeting for a call for shares on that day; (See paper for more)
Listowel St Patrick's Day 2019
https://youtu.be/cVfqNO2UUkA
Fr. Moroney of Athea in America
http://www.wbrz.com/news/shamrocks-and-shenanigans-the-34th-wearin-of-the-green-parade/
Items March 27th 2019
TROCAIRE Documentary Screening 'Defend the Defenders': Fri. 29th Mar at 7.30pm in CYMS Hall, Mill Road, Killorglin. Come to hear how Trócaire is supporting vulnerable overseas communities against human rights abuses. Visit trocaire.org or call 087-7389892
FRIARY; Killarney Night Fever on Saturday 30th March in the Friary from 8-10pm. Candle lit, music led adoration with reflections. Confession available. All welcome. For more information contact Caoimhe Lynch on 0870669858.
HELPING TO HEAL THE WOUNDED HEART: A talk on Grief and Loss, hosted by Claire Forde, Bereavement Counsellor, will take place at The Rose Hotel, Tralee on Friday 29th March. This is an opportunity to get to understand Grief and the Grief journey. What is it about? And why it is so important to process our Grief. The talk will focus on areas of Grief including the 5 Stages, different types (including Pet Grief), coping mechanisms and it will also provide details of various support organisations that are available to us. You are also invited to bring a photo of your deceased loved one/s (including pets) as the evening will conclude with a short memorial ceremony followed by a cuppa before going home. TIME: 07.30PM - 10.00PM
EXHIBITION of clothes worn by John O’Dowd during his climb of Everest are on display at Killarney library.
LIAM FLYNN COMMEMORATION AT GLÓRACH: On the evening of Friday, April 5 at 7pm Glórach Community Theatre will be holding an event commemorating the late Liam Flynn, a renowned master of the craft of woodturning who achieved worldwide fame in his field. There will be an exhibition of some of Liam's work and a short film made of Liam in his workshop in Abbeyfeale in 2011, documenting the process of woodturning. There will also be short presentations from Yvonne McEnery, Joe O’Keeffe and Mary Leahy. We are delighted to be hosting this event, especially as Liam was a great supporter of the Glórach Theatre, and hopefully in celebrating his work we may offer inspiration to budding local artists.
NOVELTY FUNDRAISER: On Friday April 5 next, Duagh Sports and Leisure Complex Committee will hold a novelty fund raising event. This will entail the showing of the popular film Despicable Me 3 in the sports hall - but with a twist! The power to operate the film projector will not be taken from the national grid. Instead the power will be generated by local cyclists working, and pedalling- in teams of eight and hoping to supply between 80 to 100 watts of power.
LISTOWEL TOASTMASTERS: The next meeting of Listowel Toastmasters takes place at 8pm on March 28th in the Listowel Arms Hotel. Gain confidence, improve your speaking skills and have a laugh along the way. New members and guests always welcome.
WHO WANT S TO BE A THOUSANDAIRE? The Listowel Arms Hotel Saturday 30th March at 8pm. Tickets €20 each or group ticket for €50. Ticket hotline:068-21994 Hosted by Scoil Réalta Na Maidine.
FUNDRAISING VARIETY CONCERT: to raise money towards getting a Bus for St. John of God Kerry Services. Friday 26th April at the Tinteán Theatre, Ballybunion at 7.30pm. Special prize of €100 on the door ticket. Tickets can be purchased in Listowel Parish Office.
ARDFERT RETREAT CENTRE - Christian Spiritual Development Course-The Beatitudes: Fr. Sean Sheehy, Wednesdays 7pm to 8.30pm. Life in the Spirit: Moss & Janice Carrig, Tuesdays, 7.30pm to 9pm. Summer Retreat: Fr. Philip Baxter, OFM Cap., Fri. 7th to Thurs. 13th June. Book now at 066-7134276.
MARRIAGE Enrichment Weekend from 12th – 14th April in Cork. Refresh, Renew, Rekindle your marriage relationship. See www.marriageencounter.ie or contact 086-8334382 or 087-2162436 for further details.
KERRY DIOCESAN PILGRIMAGE TO FATIMA: 10th – 17th May. Led by Fr. Noel Spring Enquiries to Maureen Harty 066 7131328 .
SAINT JOHN OF GOD KERRY SERVICES have a wonderful upcoming show called “Sister” taking place at 8pm in Siamsa Tire, Tralee on Tues 26th & Wed 27th March. This is to provide service users with a musical platform to showcase their acting, dancing and singing talents. All are welcome. Tickets, €15, on Sale from Siamsa Tire on 066 7123055 or at boxoffice@siamsatire.com “
TAIZE: Diocesan Youth Pilgrimage to Taizé 2019 Following the success of last year’s pilgrimage, the diocese will once again travel with a group of young pilgrims to Taizé in France. We travel on Sun. June 23rd and return on Sun. June 30th. Departure is from Dublin airport. The cost for the pilgrimage is €500. Please contact Tomás Kenny on 086 3683778 or tomaskenny@dioceseofkerry.ie for more information. For a you-tube clip about Taizé.check out https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=ngA8BFbjrE0.
IRISH HEART FOUNDATION BENEFITS FROM PEG’S GREAT GENEROSITY:
Peg Kissane of Ballintogher recently went to print and produced “In the shadow of the Monument”. It was a wonderful production and brought back special memories of old times and great times. The book realised €1,400 profit and all proceeds were presented to the Irish Heart Foundation in memory of her late husband David. The Irish Heart Foundation very much appreciate the generous gesture. If you need more info on the work of the Irish Heart Foundation, get in touch. Call (021) 4505822 or visit the website at www.irishheart.ie
MEMORY DIFFICULTIES? Have you or someone you know been experiencing memory difficulties? The HSE Memory Technology Resource Room (MTRR) in Baile Mhuire consists of various aids that may be able to help you with your memory problems. For further information, please telephone Ciara Breen (Occupational Therapist) on (086) 780 9989 for further information
PILGRIMAGE TO MEDJUGORJE: Group Leader Maura O’Keefe Harksen accompanied by Fr. Francis Nolan. September 10th2019—7 nights in guesthouse close to St. James’ Church. Flights ex Cork airport. For information contact 066 7127143 or 087 1517696.
MONEY: Health and social care providers have been urged to “pitch their ideas” to get a slice of a €20m Sláintecare Integration Fund. Submitted projects must be in a position to be implemented this year and the deadline for applications is Thursday, April 18. A guide to the application process is available on the Department of Health's website.
TAPE: Adhesive tapes market projected to reach $69 billion by 2022
Northbrook, IL - The adhesive tapes market is estimated to be $51.25 billion in 2017, and is projected to reach $69.42 billion by 2022,
HARNETT REUNION: Preparations are now in full swing for the reunion in July. Many Harnetts are travelling from overseas, with bookings already secured from New Zealand, the U.S.A., Italy and the U.K. We would love to include all Harnett families in West Limerick/North Kerry in this event. Please contact us on Facebook of by email : harnettreunion2019@gmail.com for information. All welcome. Abbeyfeale will be decked out in the blue and gold Harnett colours for the festival. There will be genealogy, bus tours, a concert, a gala banquet and a memorial Mass, all at different venues around West Limerick/North Kerry. Please spread the word far and wide.
HISTORICAL SOCIETY Tarbert – Tom Donovan, Clarina will give an illustrated talk on “Ellen Hanley, the cruel murder of the Colleen Bawn in July 1819” talk due at the Bridewell, Tarbert on Sat. 22nd March at 7.30pm.
HISTORY:
Dec 1822 Cratloe murder of a Mr. Stack
http://www.eppi.ac.uk/eppi/digbib/view? ... d=c1:25354
1832 Matthew Barrington's description of Whiteboy activities in Clare
http://www.eppi.ac.uk/eppi/digbib/view? ... 18709&p=11
1825 Select Committee of House of Lords on Nature and Extent of Disturbances in Ireland
Testimony of Fr. Malachi Duggan of "Moyferta" pp. 121-29
http://www.eppi.ac.uk/eppi/digbib/view? ... 2844&p=621
Covers causes of economic distress in Clare, how families subsist with only a quarter acre to farm when two acres is needed for year-round subsistence; abduction as a cause for early marriages of girls; Clare priests educated at Maynooth; Kilrush as a town of only small-time merchants; travel between Kilrush and Ennis; schools not used in winter and not instructing in Irish; RC marriage fee is one pound and a baptism is at least one shilling eight pence, etc.
Return of Number of Persons killed or wounded in Affrays with Constabulary in Ireland; Number of Constabulary Force killed or wounded in Affrays, 1825-30
http://www.eppi.ac.uk/eppi/digbib/view? ... 1059&p=276
victims in Clare:
1825 Ellen Neagle at Enystymon
1829 Daniel Neylin at Milltown Malbay
1930 John Linane at Shelbreedagh
1827 Testimony of John Scott Vandeleur regarding expediency of emigration for Irish poor
http://www.eppi.ac.uk/eppi/digbib/view? ... d=c1:38639
previously posted with a key word
Persons committed under Insurrection Act in Ireland, 1823-24
Clare people
http://www.eppi.ac.uk/eppi/digbib/view? ... 1505&p=194
Victory New Year, 1919
Dec 28, 2018
All New Years are special as they are embedded with thoughts of hopefulness and fresh starts, but I think the dawn of 1919 might have been particularly so: the themes of victory and peace following the Great War ring out in all the accounts of its celebration, which might also have been particularly joyous as it marked the last “liquid” New Year with the onset of Prohibition approaching. The New York Times proclaimed 1919 the “Victory New Year” and the Boston Globe bid adieu to a battle-scarred pirate-gladiator representing 1918. Probably the best image expressing contemporary hopes for the coming year was a seemingly-ubiquitous poster equating world peace, (lady) liberty and (American) prosperity produced by the United Cigar Stores Company: this theme is manifest in all of the accounts of New Year celebrations and forecasts which I sampled, and most mentions of Prohibition were below the fold!
https://wordpress.com/read/blogs/18557500/posts/62651
More local news at
https://newtownsandes.jimdo.com/2019-knockanure/
REFLECTION FOR LENT
May the door of my inner home be wide enough
to receive those who are hungry for kindness,
those who are lonely, or isolated from friendship.
May it welcome those who have cares to unburden,
and pain to express.
May the door of my heart be narrow enough
to shut out pettiness and pride, envy and enmity.
May the door of my heart be closed to harshness
and indifference.
May the threshold of my heart be for all who enter
the doorway to understanding, acceptance and compassion.
15 March 2019
CHURCH CONCERT MOYVANE – 21ST MAY
An Evening With Aonghus McAnally & Guests. We are delighted to welcome Aonghus McAnally and guests to Moyvane. Aonghus will share the songs and stories that have been important in his life and career in entertainment. From his teenage years as lead guitarist in Celtic rock group Mushroom, to his television, radio and live performances as a singer, comedian, musician and broadcaster, we are in for an entertaining evening of favourites old and new which includes a nice tribute to the late Christy Hennessy. All the songs in the show have personal stories attached to them from humorous to poignant
CEILI: The West Limerick Set Dancing Club are holding a set Céilí in the Devon Inn Hotel on Sunday, March 24th at 4pm. Music by the Kingdom Céilí Band and all are welcome.
The annual Céilí in aid of Down Syndrome Limerick will be held at the Longcourt Hotel Newcastle West on Friday March 29 at 9.30pm. Con Herbert and Mountain Road will supply the music with the usual refreshments and raffle.
TALK: Fr. Peter McVerry’s talk in Abbeydorney Parish Church on Tuesday March 26th at 8pm. The evening is hosted by Naomh Bhréanainn Pastoral Area. Admission is free and all are welcome.
The Knockdown Vintage Club are holding their Vintage Day in Knockdown on Sunday, March 31
CONCERT in aid of Athea Lourdes Invalid Fund In St. Bartholomew’s Church, Athea on Sunday, March 31st at 7pm. Tickets are available locally. The Concert will feature Emily Clarke (Limerick Mid-West Radio 102) plus Niamh Mulqueen & Friends, Donie & Maura, Mike Guinane, Margaret Carroll & group, Brid Stackpoole, Athea Church Choir, Domhnall de Barra & Friends, Fr. Tony Mullins, Dancers, Ciara Hunt, Eoin Sheehan & Maeve Donovan.
DUAGH SPORTS & LEISURE COMPLEX on Thursday 4th April 2019 for The Irish Country Music concert. Doors open 7.30pm and concert starts at 8.30pm. Tickets from 087-2684540 or any committee member.
BINGO: Fundraising Bingo in the Parish Hall, Ballylongford on Sat. 23rd March after 7pm mass. All welcome.
GARDENING COURSE Names are currently being taken for a gardening course to commence at Listowel Family Resource Centre in April. where participants will learn how to grow their own vegetables and receive Fetac iLevel 3 certification in the process. Places limited, contact Bridie on 068 23584
TOASTMASTERS West Limerick meet at the Desmond Complex NCW on 20th March at 8pm. Details from 087 797 2855.
HOST: Student Hosts Needed: Have you ever thought about hosting an international student for a short or long period of time? I can give you all the information and support you need to help you decide. Contact Denise on 0877431373
HELPING TO HEAL THE WOUNDED HEART: A talk on Grief and Loss, hosted by Claire Forde, Bereavement Counsellor, will take place at The Rose Hotel, Tralee on Friday 29th March. This is an opportunity to get to understand Grief and the Grief journey. What is it about? And why it is so important to process our Grief. The talk will focus on areas of Grief including the 5 Stages, different types (including Pet Grief), coping mechanisms and it will also provide details of varioius support organisations that are available to us. You are also invited to bring a photo of your deceased loved one/s (including pets) as the evening will conclude with a short memorial ceremony followed by a cuppa before going home. TIME: 07.30PM - 10.00PM. ADMISSION: €20.00 - €10.00 OAPs (payable at door on the night).
LENTEN TRÓCAIRE BOXES: are available at the back of every church.
EUCHARISTIC ADORATION: KNOCKANURE: Tuesday 10am – 5pm; MOYVANE: Wednesday 10am – 7pm.
MARCONI: On Tuesday the 19th of March Princess Elettra Giovanelli, daughter of Marconi and her son Prince Gugielmo Marconi will visit the former site of the Marconi Radio Station on the 100 year anniversary of the first spoken word from East to West from the Radio Station to Cape Breton, Nova Scotia Canada. In the afternoon they will unveil a commemorative plaque to this historic occasion in Ballybunion.
On March 19, 1919 Guglielmo Marconi made the first radio wireless voice transmission across the Atlantic. And he did it from Ballybunion. 100 years later, there is a commemoration of this historic event in the Irish College, Ballybunion. If you have ever used a radio, then you are enjoying the work of this man. Mark the date: March 19, time 9.30 - 1500
Events include presentations, demonstrations exhibitions , as well as the unveiling of a plaque to commemorate the event, by Prince Marconi (Guglielmo's grandson). The presence of the Marconi family is a great boon.
VIEW: Fáilte Ireland has unveiled 11 new viewing points along the Shannon Estuary Way – the first of a series of Wild Atlantic Way looped drives created to encourage visitors to explore other parts of the region and stay longer. Developed with an investment of €225,000.
The Irish Coast Guard rescue helicopter is expected to drop in for photos too!
LEXIO DIVINA: It is hoped to have Lexio Divina after Friday’s 10am Mass Abbeyfeale. Traditionally, Lectio Divina has four separate steps: read; meditate; pray; contemplate. First a passage of scripture is read, and then its meaning is reflected upon. This is followed by prayer and contemplation on the Word of God. Everyone welcome.
ARDFERT RETREAT CENTRE (066 7134276)Christian Spiritual Development Course -The Beatitudes: Fr. Sean Sheehy -Wednesdays -7.00pm to 8.30pm. Life in the Spirit: Moss & Janice Carrig -Tuesdays, 7.30pm to 9.00pm.
MEMORY DIFFICULTIES? Have you or someone you know been experiencing memory difficulties? The HSE Memory Technology Resource Room (MTRR) in Baile Mhuire consists of various aids that may be able to help you with your memory problems. For further information, please telephone Ciara Breen (Occupational Therapist) on (086) 780 9989 for further information.
RATHKEALE & DISTRICT HISTORICAL SOCIETY will hold its final meeting of this season on Friday, March 22 at 8.30 pm. in the Community Arts Centre, New Line, Rathkeale. Topic: “REVISITING THE LORE OF WEST LIMERICK”. Speaker: Maurice O’Keeffe, who travelled the highways and byways of West Limerick and other regions twenty years ago, meeting and talking to people on the way, which has resulted in thousands of hours of audio material being compiled into oral history collections. All are welcome. Admission Free.
PIONEER BALL. Saturday 6th April in the Anner Hotel , Thurles, Co. Tipperary. Commences with the Celebration of Mass in The Pallotine Retreat Centre at 6.30pm. Dinner served at 8pm. Tickets €30. Enquiries to Willie Shanahan 086 066 9391 or siobhanenglishbarna@gmail.com, 087 285 2155 or sorchaol@gmail.com 086 364 2619.
HARNETT REUNION: Preparations are now in full swing for the reunion in July. Many Harnetts are travelling from overseas, with bookings already secured from New Zealand, the U.S.A., Italy and the U.K. We would love to include all Harnett families in West Limerick/North Kerry in this event. Please contact us on Facebook of by email : harnettreunion2019@gmail.com for information. All welcome. Abbeyfeale will be decked out in the blue and gold Harnett colours for the festival. There will be genealogy, bus tours, a concert, a gala banquet and a memorial Mass, all at different venues around West Limerick/North Kerry. Please spread the word far and wide. The event is open to everybody, whether Harnett, Hartnett or other. For our previous reunion in 2012 we published a magazine with the family stories and histories, along with photographs and articles of local interest. We would now like items for this year’s magazine. Do you have any photographs or stories that you would like included? It is important that all families are represented. So please, take a look in your attic or the chest under the bed and see if you have an item for publication and use the email address or Facebook to contact the committee. We will need the items in good time for publication and we are willing to photocopy documents and return the originals immediately.
CONRADH NA GAEILGE/GAELIC LEAGUE; a branch has been re-established in Abbeyfeale. Members welcome. Further information Éamonn 086 3903244.
GLORÁCH NEWS: Bingo every Monday night at 8.30pm
HAPPENING, HOPING: Lectio Divina at Our Lady and St. Brendan’s Pastoral Centre each Tuesday during Lent at 7.30pm, starting March 19th. This is an opportunity to spend some time with God in his Word during this Season of Lent. It will be guided by Kerry Seminarian, Mark Moriarty. All are welcome.
FLEADH BY THE FEALE: Celebrity concert this year by The Kilfenora Ceili Band. Takes place May 2-6, concert Sunday, May 5. Great interest this year in the Bones playing competition so all you aspiring world champions out there – get practicing.
FULL MOON on 21st March.
MASS IN MALAYALAM (Syro-Malabar Rite): will be celebrated in the Church of the Immaculate Conception, Rathass, on Sunday, April 14th at 2 pm.
MASS IN POLISH followed by Benediction every Friday during Lent at 7.00pm in the Church of the Immaculate Conception, Rathass.
RADIO MARIA: Radio Maria Ireland is a Catholic Radio station broadcasting 24/7. Various programmes suited to youth and not so young listeners include daily Mass at 10am, daily Rosary prayed at 12.30pm and 5.30pm, Chat shows, Vocation stories, Catechesis and loads of Music. Tune in on your TV set at Saorview 210 (Just back from RTE1) or online at www.radiomaria.ie. or by phone on 01 4373277. Listeners can text a comment or request to 089 4672000.
KERRY DIOCESAN PILGRIMAGE TO LOURDES: will take place 29th August to 3rd September. Total cost €785 for five nights. Details from 064/7758219 or joskdp@eircom.net.
LOURDES: Limerick Diocesan Pilgrimage to Lourdes will take place this year from June 20 -25. All Assisted (Invalid) Pilgrims applications to be submitted to Lourdes Office before the end of April. Details and cost will be on the notice board at the entrance of the Church Abbeyfeale.
TAIZE: Diocesan Youth Pilgrimage to Taizé 2019 Following the success of last year’s pilgrimage, the diocese will once again travel with a group of young pilgrims to Taizé in France. We travel on Sun. June 23rd and return on Sun. June 30th. Departure is from Dublin airport. The cost for the pilgrimage is €500. Please contact Tomás Kenny on 086 3683778 or tomaskenny@dioceseofkerry.ie for more information. For a you-tube clip about Taizé.check out https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=ngA8BFbjrE0.
DAY in CORK: St. Benedict's Priory, Cobh, Co. Cork. Day of Recollection guided by the spirituality of the Servant of God, Mother Marie Adele Garnier. Sat 23rd Mar., 9am Mass and Adoration, 11am first talk, ends with tea at 3.30pm. Lunch provided. Contact Mother Prioress 0124811354.
MARRIAGE Enrichment Weekend from 12th – 14th April in Cork. Refresh, Renew, Rekindle your marriage relationship. See www.marriageencounter.ie or contact 086-8334382 or 087-2162436 for further details.
AWARENESS – A Path with a Heart...a workshop with Dr. Francis Valloor – Sat 23rd Mar. (Registration from 9.30am, starting at 10am) Venue: KDYS, Fairhill, Killarney. Cost €25 or €20 for concession (OAP or unwaged). Bring own lunch or eat locally, tea/coffee supplied. Prior Booking Essential c/o Ann Fagan 064 6632381(Killarney) or Sylvia Thompson 085 863 2623 (Tralee) or sylviajms11@gmail.com Organised by the Kerry Christian Meditation Groups (John Main Tradition).
ST ITA’S FAITH CAMP: This year our camp takes place in St Mary’s Boys school from Monday, July 29 –Thursday, August 1. We will need volunteers -adults 18yrs +and also youths aged 14 –17 yrs. Info: -087-2788834.
TRIP TO CONNEMARA: On Bank Holiday Monday, May 6, a coach will depart from the Market Yard, Newcastle West at 7a.m. to visit the Connemara Greenway. Our first stop will be for breakfast in the Forge, Moycullen. The Connemara Greenway is planned to run all the way from Galway to Clifden but our visit is to a 6km section which was only opened in 2018 (http://connemaragreenway.ie/about-2/). It is very scenic and includes wonderful lakeside stretches. Our walk/cycle ends near Ballynahinch Castle which also has its own parkland and walks. In the afternoon we will continue deeper into Connemara to the Lough Inagh Lodge Hotel for tea and scones with time to relax. A full four course dinner at the Old Ground Hotel in Ennis will be provided en route home. The cost for coach travel and the three food stops is €60 which is payable to Pat Condon, Upper Maiden Street, Newcastle West, Co. Limerick. (Tel: 06962344 from 5-6pm). As our previous excursion was oversubscribed we recommend early payment to guarantee your reservation. Beidh fáilte romhat!
IRISH LANGUAGE CLASSES: Abbeyfeale branch of Conradh na Gaeilge kick started Adult Irish Speaking classes, last Wednesday, March 6. As a result of the large numbers signed up for the classes, the venue for the classes have moved to St Itas Hall, Convent St, tosnú 7:30pm to 8:30pm. There will be 2 classes, a Bun rang (beginners) & an Ard rang (more advanced). The main aim of these classes are to promote and encourage Irish Speaking in the locality. Some places are still available, we encourage anyone with an interest on brushing up on “na cúpla focal” to attend. The classes will continue for 6 more weeks cost €30. Mar a deireann an sean fhocal “Is fearr Gaeilge briste ná Béarla cliste”. For more information or to book your place contact Dónal on 068 31661 or email donalbox@icloud.com
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Kerryman 1904-current, Saturday, December 12, 1942; Page: 2
LATE FATHER ML. O’FLANAGAN
" Sceilg's" Reply to Brian O'Higgins.
To the Editor. A Chara,
I should have left entirely to the judgment of your readers the letter you have just published from Brian O hUiginn only that my oration at the graveside of Fr. Michael O'Flanagan four months ago is made the basis of strangely belated strictures on the memory of the patriot to whom Cathal Brugha referred from the chair at the Inauguration of Dail Eireann as the most loyal and the most earnest priest that ever lived in Ireland,—the suspended priest, he might have added as was indeed implied, who won the General Election of 1918 and so made possible the constitutional ratification of the Proclamation of Easter Week. My graveside oration, delivered at twenty-four hours' notice, was in your office next morning, published by you that week, and reprinted by you without alteration except the admitted addition of a necessary footnote, Brian thinks it appropriate to refer to It as "the pamphlet on the late Fr. O'Flanagan written by my friend Sceilg, and reviewed in your issue of November 28"—although the review, if such there were, has escaped my notice. Were Sceilg to write a "pamphlet" on Fr. O'Flanagan it would be a pamphlet showing at some thing like his full stature the gifted priest to whom the Pope presented a special gold medal in recognition of his brilliant Lenten and Advent sermons in Rome in 1912 and 1914; to Whom, while he and I were England's prisoners in Melbourne, the venerable Archbishop there sent vestments and a chalice to enable him to say Mass even in his captivity; to whose death-bedside the Papal Nuncio and other dignitaries of the Church paid daily visits, at whose obsequies we had such striking evidence of the place he had won in the people's hearts. In seeking out the passage which Jed Brian O hUiginn to state that I said "objections to Fr. O'Flanagan's anti-papal outbursts were made only by the 'envious' or by persons of 'defective understanding,' " I find I said, not that he indulged In anti-papal outbursts, which I neither believe nor admit, but that his eloquence on his second visit to the United States a whole generation ago aroused envy in high places, which I personally knew to be true. Later, the envy manifested itself nearer home, and was aggravated by the malice of a whispering gallery, as I and hundreds of others knew also to be only too true. Of course, it never entered my mind that Brian O hUiginn could regard the cap as fitting himself. How could I or anybody else even dream that Brian na Banban envied Fr. Michael O'Flanagan, I happened to have been a patient at St. Ann's Hydro, Blarney, when Brian O hUiginn and Fr. O'Flanagan came into conflict at the Sinn Fein Ard-Fheis a decade ago, and have no wish to contest Brian's claim to the distinction of being "the first to challenge openly in a Republican assembly Fr. O'Flanagan's harmful attacks": he is assured of the entire credit for his simultaneous protection of the Papacy and the Public Mind. That, I think, was about the time of Father O'Flanagan's first occupancy of the Presidency of Sinn Fein, of which he had been responsible and efficient Vice-President for many years. And he was re-elected twelve months later in spite of certain elements of opposition on the veiled plea that he had taken an official appointment. Subsequently, he and I were invited to participate in a Radio production of the inauguration of Dail Eireann. He Consented, and rendered himself liable to expulsion from the organisation, somewhat as has happened to notable personalities in kindred bodies. I declined. Had I agreed, and been expelled in consequence, I should not regard myself as the less a Republican on that account. Neither did Fr. O'Flanagan. He and I, although no longer active in Sinn Fein, attended important conferences of that body a short time before his death, and everyone knows how active and welcome he was some time previously on Dublin platforms demanding the release of Republican prisoners then fasting to the point of death. I must say it seems to me utterly unworthy of Brian O hUiginn to refer to the departed patriot as the "poor priest estranged for years from his priestly duties, wandering to and fro between Ireland and the United States like a lost soul, and attacking most wantonly on American platforms such faithful colleagues as Mary McSwiney and Austin Stack." As Austin and I returned from New York in 1922, Austin told me that Fr. O'Flanagan and he had a pretty sharp clash there while I was away to the Coast. Subsequently Miss McSwiney told me that she and Fr. O'Flanagan disagreed In New York also. I was publicly and politically associated with him for a full quarter of a century,—more intimately during our world tour—and I never once found occasion to clash with him: on the contrary, I always found him conciliatory and tractable, earnest withal, simple and Joyous almost as a happy child. After the launching of Fianna Fail when rumours were rife that some of our people commendably exerted themselves to minimise the effect of the split thus created, it was said he did refer in America to Miss Mc-Swiney as fairy godmother of the new departure, and I know she indignantly resented the suggestion. I do not believe that the wanton attacks from American platforms to which Brian O h-Uiginn refers ever went beyond that, and my sources of information there have at no time been negligible, while I am, I hope, As solicitous as anybody else for the good name of our departed comrades. Such rumours are invariably magnified in the carrying; and I know well how hostile propaganda represented Father O'Flanagan and myself as pro-Communist in Australia, even at home. What actual proof has Brian O hUiginn that Fr. O'Flanagan wantonly attacked his colleagues when he was in America as Sinn Fein envoy after the launching of Fianna Fall? for that was the only occasion on which it could have happened. Fr. O'Flanagan spent two subsequent holidays in the United States while "estranged from his priestly duties," as has been said, but not in the character of "a lost soul." Meanwhile he had celebrated Requiem Mass at his father's obsequies in his native parish. Reaching San Francisco on the eve of a Church festival, he was asked by his host. Mgr. Rogers, who fully knew his position in Ireland, to celebrate High Mass in his pariah. Mgr. Rogers accompanied him back to Ireland; and as I happened to be amongst the first to meet them on their reaching Dublin, the distinguished Monsignor, Whose unfailing practice was 'to get all requisites for his Church and hospitable presbytery from Ireland, told me with joy how delighted he and his flock were to have Fr. O'Flanagan as celebrant of that High Mass. I need not labour that aspect of the matter. He soon spent a second, and last, holiday in the United States mainly, I think, in connection with the deepsea goggles he had invented and a device to mitigate sea-sickness in which also he was long interested. With him on the second holiday was a Basque priest who previously had endeared himself to numbers of people here on the occasion of the Eucharistic Congress, and was, in fact, specially entertained at Sinn Fein headquarters. Before setting out on their voyage, Fr. O'Flanagan, I think, took him to Maynooth. The visitor still shared the Basque eagerness to shake off the Spanish yoke, as we have been eager to regard England's difficulty as Ireland's opportunity. On account of the Communist complexion of the new Republican Government in Spain —though its inauguration was loudly welcomed by leaders of the Free State Government here—the whispering gallery In America branded the two visiting priests as Communists, whereas the real Communists were fighting or intriguing against General Franco. Fr. O'Flanagan had the courage to spend a further holiday in Spain—probably on the invitation of the Basque priest-—to see things there with his own eyes. How anxious he was to study the Catholic position there, on account of what we were told by priests no well-informed as Dr Peter Magennis and Fr. John Condon, I know personally since our own casual visit there twenty years ago. I must not let myself be tempted into a discussion of the political relations between the Papacy and Ireland. From the lapse into heresy of Henry VIII until the practical usurpation of the English throne by King William—practically a period of a century and a half—successive Popes exhorted and armed-Ireland to wage war for the Faith against England. Outside of that, the Papal policy has another aspect: from the exploitation of the Bull of Pope Adrian IV down to the Papal attitude towards the Plan of Campaign in the days of Archbishop Croke and Archbishop Walsh and the well-known fate of Mgr. Persico. From my knowledge of Papal history, I am only too conscious that it is not a subject for newspaper controversy by the uninformed or the half-Informed, and from my long intimacy with Father O'Flanagan, I feel fully satisfied —regardless of prejudiced statements to the contrary—that, on the whole, he endeavoured when dealing with the subject to handle it with becoming restraint, although his feelings cannot have been sweetened by the treatment of Dr. Michael O'Hickey whom he met a good deal in Rome, or the reported attitude of Dr. Cattaneo, Papal Representative, towards our mission in Australia.
As my estimate of the lovable priest whom it is such a lasting happiness to have had as friend remains Unaltered, may I repeat,—for the information of those who may not have the opportunity to read the oration here under discussion—the passage enshrining the ties which will keep his memory among my mind's choicest treasures:
I have shared his cabin in the great oceans of the world, and shared his ward and served his Mass in Britain's dungeons at Botany Bay and Melbourne. No one living has heard him speak so often in the great cities of America and Australia and elsewhere; and I can solemnly say here at his open grave that I never heard one word fall from his lips that was not worthy of an Irish patriot priest.
Brian O hUiginn I feel sure will be among the first to realise that it is due to the memory of him whose lips are sealed forever to state
1. Why he was first censured instead of being upheld as the young priests of Limerick were?
2. Why he was first suspended, and why the suspension was removed?
3. Why he was again suspended; and when, why, and by whom the suspension was removed? Candid answers to these questions will remove whatever prejudice may yet remain against the outstanding priest who, with good warrant, held his head high while he freely gave his all for Mother Ireland and human liberty. Whether answered or not. I believe his constancy will bear fruit, and that it will be long again before an Irish priest, young or old, is so inconsiderately treated.
J. J. O'KELLY.
A CORRECTION. To THE EDITOR.
Sir,—An error in my letter in last week’s Kerryman, while obvious to some, must have mystified many of your readers “ few who were present understood the motive," should have read “ few who were present misunderstood the motive"—a totally different thing
Your kindness in publishing this correction will be appreciated. Brian O hUiginn
Sceilig's Graveside Oration. This moving oration has just been published in pamphlet form at two pence (postage 1d. extra), all profits arising from its sale to go to the funds of the National Aid Auxiliary Committee, 74, Dame Street, Dublin, The pamphlet makes a very appropriate Christmas Souvenir to send friends. Copies may be obtained from above or from The Kerryman, Ltd., Tralee.
Advice for Parents: Let Siblings Work It Out
by Dr. Ray Guarendi
March 9 2019
LENT: The diocese has created two resources to guide people through Lent: ‘Journeying through Lent is a prayer booklet inviting people to pray daily, asking God for a particular gift this Lent e.g. becoming people of compassion, and ‘Opening our Hearts’ offers families a way to gather each week using one of two proposed prayer activities. Pick them up at the back of the church or find them on www.dioceseofkerry.ie
ST JOHN’S: Wed 13th- THE TRIALS OF OSCAR WILDE
Centre Stage Theatre Co. Belfast present a new play by Merlin Howard (grandson of Wilde) and John O’ Connor based on transcripts of Wilde’s court appearances.
Thurs 14th & 19th - 21st- SEUSSICAL-HORTON HEARS A WHO
Theatrix Stage School end of term performances, directed by Jo Jordan.
Fri 15th, CROSSING- A new play by Russell Kennedy. In the aftermath of a car crash, things are getting on top of Harriet and to make matters worse she has just been referred to a shrink. Presented by Crowd of Two Theatre Co., UK. More from 068 22566.
IRISH SPEAKING CLASSES: Abbeyfeale branch of Conradh na Gaeilge are starting Adult Irish Speaking classes, Wednesday evenings, tosnú 7:30pm at Leens Hotel. For more information or to book your place contact Dónal on 068 31661 or email donalbox@icloud.com
HEALING WEEKEND: A Weekend of Praise Worship and Healing in the Rochestown Park Hotel, Douglas, Cork on Saturday and Sunday March 9th and 10th 2019. Holy Mass and Confessions on both days. Speakers include Maria Vadia Florida, Fr. John Keane Macroom, Fr. Tony Emeka Nigeria, Canon Michael Fitzgerald Mitchelstown. Mir Music Ministry. Commencing 9.am both days. Admission is free. Enquires to 087 2405568.
AWARENESS – A PATH WITH A HEART ...a workshop with Dr. Francis Valloor Saturday 23 March 2019 Venue: KDYS, Fairhill, Killarney Registration from 9.30am to start at 10am sharp
Cost €25 or €20 for concession (OAP or unwaged). Bring own lunch or eat locally, tea/coffee supplied.Pre Booking essential c/o Ann Fagan 064 6632381 (Killarney) or Sylvia Thompson 085 863 2623 (Tralee) or sylviajms11@gmail.com Organised by the Kerry Christian Meditation Groups (John Main Tradition).
TRIP TO CONNEMARA: On Bank Holiday Monday, May 6, a coach will depart from the Market Yard, Newcastle West at 7a.m. to visit the Connemara Greenway. Our first stop will be for breakfast in the Forge, Moycullen. The Connemara Greenway is planned to run all the way from Galway to Clifden but our visit is to a 6km section which was only opened in 2018 (http://connemaragreenway.ie/about-2/). It is very scenic and includes wonderful lakeside stretches. Our walk/cycle ends near Ballynahinch Castle which also has its own parkland and walks. In the afternoon we will continue deeper into Connemara to the Lough Inagh Lodge Hotel for tea and scones with time to relax. A full four course dinner at the Old Ground Hotel in Ennis will be provided en route home. The cost for coach travel and the three food stops is €60 which is payable to Pat Condon, Upper Maiden Street, Newcastle West, Co. Limerick. (Tel: 06962344 from 5-6pm
DIOCESAN YOUTH PILGRIMAGE TO TAIZÉ 2019: From June 23rd to June 30th. Departure is from Dublin airport. Contact Tomás Kenny on 086/3683778 tomaskenny@dioceseofkerry.
KERRY DIOCESAN PILGRIMAGE TO FATIMA: 10th – 17th May. Led by Fr. Noel Spring, Enquiries to Maureen Harty 066 7131328.
COUNTRY MUSIC CONCERT: All roads lead to Duagh Sports & Leisure Complex on Thursday, April 4 for The Irish Country Music Concert presented by Mike Gardner of Country Corner - Clare FM. A fantastic line up comprises The Ryan Turner Band, Louise Morrissey, Gerry Guthrie, Cathy Durkin, John Hogan, Michael Collins. Doors open 7.30pm and Concert starts @8.30pm. Tickets available from 087-2684540 or any committee member. Lots of Spot prizes, full bar facilities as well as Tea/Coffee.
OPEN DAY: An invitation has been issued by the Board of St Ita's Sheltered Housing to their Open Day on Saturday April 27. There will be a cup of tea in the Day Care Centre following the unveiling of a plaque in honour of the late Canon Neville whose brainchild the Sheltered Housing was. The evening will conclude with music by Lost Souls at The Winners’ Circle.
AFTERNOON TEA DANCE: Mary MacArthur in association with the Wednesday Club are holding a Tea Dance in memory of Mary’s late husband Hughie, in Fr Casey’s GAA Hall, Abbeyfeale.3 -6pm on Sunday, April 14. All proceeds to Milford Care Centre. Music by Mike Condon. Tickets €5 from 087 6377310. All donations gratefully accepted.
FASTING: The health benefits of fasting from food have gotten a lot of attention in the last several years. What’s often forgotten in these discussions, however, is that fasting has been practiced for thousands of years not only for the sake of the body, but for the spirit as well.
REFLECTION: The Paulist Community is a society of apostolic life in the Roman Catholic Church. Founded in 1858 by New Yorker Isaac Hecker, the Paulists serve as ordained missionaries to North America. Their instinctive orientation is reaching out-particularly to those without faith or on the edge of faith, and to other believers.
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Limerick Leader 1905-current, Saturday, October 10, 1936; Page: 11
CAUSE OF IRISH MARTYRS WHO DIED FOR THE FAITH
Limerick Archbishops And Bishops Included STORY OF HORRIBLE TORTURES AND BUTCHERIES
How Terence Albert O'Brien Was Strangled. THE CASE OF BARON JOHN DE BURG
(By John M Hill )
Before me is a volume in parchment of 820 folio pages in the Latin tongue, which was given to me in Rome, on the Cause of the Irish Martyrs who died for their Catholic Faith from the reign of Henry VIII., King of England, from 1538 down to the reign of Queen Anne, which ended by her death in 1714. The volume treats on the evidence given in each case of the death of Archbishops, Bishop's, secular priests, regular priests and lay brothers of ten Orders; ladies and gentlemen of the old Irish nobility, and men and women of the masses. They numbered in all 412. The Latin volume is of deep interest to all Catholics, especially those of Irish birth or of Irish blood born abroad. It is under the investigation Of the Cardinals and other legal experts attached to the Sacred Congregation of Rites, one of the departments of the Church universal through which the Sovereign Pontiff rules in spiritual affairs all Christendom. If the Sacred Congregation proves that all those Irish men and women suffered death for their Faith they will be canonised—raised to the supreme honours of the altars—by the Vicar of Christ in St. Peter's on the tomb of the Galilean Fisherman.
SIX ARCHBISHOPS AND ELEVEN BISHOPS
The number of Archbishops proposed for canonisation is six . i.e.—Dermot O'Hurley, Archbishop of Cashel; Edmund MacGaurin, Archbishop of Armagh and Primate of All Ireland; Peter Talbot, Archbishop of Dublin and Primate of Ireland; Malachy O'Queely, Archbishop of Tuam; and Richard Creagh, Arch-Bishop of Armagh and Primate of All Ireland, The number of Bishops is eleven, i.e.—Hugo de Lacy, Bishop of Limerick; Edmund Tanner, Bishop of Cork; Redmund Gallagher, Bishop of Derry; Maurice O'Brien. Bishop of Emly; Eugene MacEgan, Bishop of Ross; Edmund Dungan, Bishop of Down; Heber McMahon, Bishop of Clogher; Patrick O'Healy. Bishop of Mayo; a Franciscan; William Walsh, Bishop of Meath, a Cistercian; Cornelius O'Devaney, Bishop of Down and Connor; and Terence Albert O'Brien, Bishop of Emly, a Dominican. And there are four lesser digntaries in the Cause, i.e., Thomas Moran, Dean of Cork; Thomas Courcey, Vicar General of Kinsale; George Power, Vicar General of Ossory, and John Walsh Vicar General of Dublin.
The secular, clergy killed numbers 38. Of the religious Orders the Cistercians head the list with 103 put to death. The Dominicans come next with 32 massacred in the monastery in Londonderry, plus Father MacFefge, O.P., 24 of His brethren massacred in their monastery at Coleraine, plus 42 killed at other places. The Franciscans had 82 killed, the Jesuits 5, the Augustinians 10. the Carmelites, 3, and the Trinitarians 2. The ladies and gentlemen of the old Irish nobility, and the men and women of the masses number 74 killed for their Faith. Many of these ecclesiastics and lay persons were put to death under peculiarly atrocious and horrible circumstances.
March 3 2019
CONTAINER GARDENING CLASS: This 6 week is perfect to learn how to grow your own flowers, vegetables and Herbs in containers. Get tips on the right soil, colour combinations and plants for sun and shade. Starting: Monday, March 11 from 1pm – 3pm in the Further Education & Training Centre, Abbeyfeale. Call 06831198 for more information.
EVENINGS OF REFLECTION: This year during Lent the Unit of Parishes (Abbeyfeale, Athea, Tournafulla/Mountcollins, Templeglantine) have organised two evenings of reflection to be held in Templeglantine on Thursday, March 7 and Thursday, March 14. We are privileged to have a woman who has made a remarkable journey in terms of Geography and Faith. She started life in South Africa as a Reformed Presbyterian “with a Baptist mother” and lead by the providence of God, human curiosity and a deep desire to be faithful, she came to work and live in Ireland, and then, followed three of her family into the Catholic Church. Dr Jessie Rogers lectures in Scripture at St Patrick’s College, Maynooth.
LENTEN Talk “Resting the Mind and Renewing the Heart” (Martina Lehane Sheehan) will take place in The River Island Hotel, Castleisland on Thurs. March 14th from7.30 –9pm.
MEETING: Alcoholics Anonymous Open Public Meeting in the Parish Hall, Ballylongford on Ash Wednesday, 6th March at 8.30pm. All are welcome. (Al-Anon Participation).
INTERNATIONAL WOMEN’S DAY AT GLÓRACH: On Friday, March 8 we will be celebrating International Women's Day at the Glórach Theatre with a concert from the group Cúisle that comprises Susan Browne, Dan Sheahan, Catherine Horgan and Kevin McCarthy. A themed night, entitled ‘Iconic Songs, Iconic Women’, it will be a fantastic acoustic celebration of International Women’s Day with a wide ranging set of all time favourites such as Cyndi Lauper, Mary Black, The Cranberries, Barbra Streisand to name but a few, book at 0871383940.
TRAUMA , ADDICTION RECOVERY AND THE FAMILY - a one hour discussion with Ken Egan and Eileen Foley both Addiction Counsellors, in the Tarbert Community Centre on Saturday March 9th at 7pm. Everybody welcome. Refreshments before and after. This is part of the on-going Thomas Lyndon discussion series on Wellness and Wellbeing.
HEALING Weekend: A Weekend of Praise, Worship and Healing in the Rochestown Park Hotel, Douglas, Cork on Sat & Sun. Mar 9th & 10th. Holy Mass and Confessions on both days. Speakers include Maria Vadia Florida, Fr. John Keane Macroom, Fr. Tony Emeka Nigeria, Canon Michael Fitzgerald Mitchelstown. Mir Music Ministry. Commencing 9.am both days. Admission is free. Enquiries to 087 2405568, 086 1602201.
COLAISTE IDE DINGLE: open day March 9th from 1 to 4 p.m. 066 9151211
LIBRARY: Glucksman Library in UL, with seating in various rooms for 2200 students and equipped with all the technology that students need.
LARGE Road construction work is now taking place between Kilbaha and Gortdromasillihy, in times past great numbers of men would be involved, now a road fit for a main road can be constructed by two diggers, a dumper and several Lorries drawing high quality stone.
IRISH SPEAKING CLASSES: Abbeyfeale branch of Conradh na Gaeilge are starting Adult Irish Speaking classes, commencing on Wednesday, March 6, tosnú 7:30pm at Leens Hotel. The main aim of these classes is to promote and encourage Irish Speaking in the locality from a very basic level to more advanced. We encourage anyone with an interest on brushing up on “na cúpla focal” to attend. The classes will run cost €30 for 6 weeks. Mar a deireann an sean fhocal “Is fearr Gaeilge briste ná Béarla cliste”. For more information or to book your place contact Dónal on 068 31661 or email donalbox@icloud.com
VINTAGE: The Knockdown Vintage Club are preparing for the Vintage Day in Knockdown on March 31st.
WHO WANT S TO BE A THOUSANDAIRE? The Listowel Arms Hotel Saturday 30th March at 8pm. Tickets €20 each or group ticket for €50. Ticket hotline:068-21994 Hosted by Scoil Réalta Na Maidine.
FUNDRAISING VARIETY CONCERT: to raise money towards getting a Bus for St. John of God Kerry Services. Friday 26th April at the Tinteán Theatre, Ballybunion at 7.30pm. Special prize of €100 on the door ticket. Tickets can be purchased in Listowel Parish Office.
JOIN the Central Catholic Library Association. We want to turn the Library into a major hub for Catholics to meet and exchange ideas about spreading the Faith. 2022 marks Centenary of the Central Catholic Library at Merrion Square, Dublin 2. Please share this message. See www.catholiclibrary.ie
TROCAIRE Boxes are in all churches now.
THOUGHT: “In so much as love grows in you, so in you beauty grows. For love is the beauty of the soul” St Augustine
SEEKING GOD THE CISTERCIAN WAY: Cistercian nuns seek God and follow Christ in a life of prayer and work, solitude and simplicity, in a stable, loving community. Next vocations weekend 15th—17thMarch, St. Mary’s Abby, Glencairn. Contact Sr. Sarah at vocations@glencairnabbey.org.
ST JOHN’S: Tues 5th- COLD WAR – Film Club- A new film by Pawel Pawlikowski which follows the passionate romance between musician Wiktor and a beautiful young woman Zula who meet in post-war Poland. In association with Access Cinema.
Thurs 7th- THE DIVINE ORDER- A film by Petra Volpe and a 2018 Oscar contender. Nora wants to work but she needs her husband‘s permission so she decides to fight such an outmoded notion and demand the vote for women which only came about in her native Switzerland in 1971. An International Women’s Day screening in association with Access Cinema.
Wed 13th- THE TRIALS OF OSCAR WILDE- Centre Stage Theatre Co. Belfast present a new play by Merlin Howard (grandson of Wilde) and John O’ Connor based on transcripts of Wilde’s court appearances.
Thurs 14th & 19th - 21st- SEUSSICAL-HORTON HEARS A WHO- Theatrix Stage School end of term performances, directed by Jo Jordan. More from 068 22566.
GLIN CASTLE HOSTS THE RARE AND SPECIAL PLANT FAIR: on Sunday, May 12 from 10am – 5pm. Adults €6 Kids free (U’12) The Rare and Special Plant Fair was established in 2001 with the assistance of Bord Bia, to ensure that the gardening public has an opportunity to purchase rare and difficult to source plants, while at the same time visit a garden of note that they may not otherwise visit. Over 40 stalls of rare and unusual plants. Expert advice from the growers. Food and refreshment stalls. Free plant, creche and porter service available. Glin Castle tours available. Free car parking.
ATHEA FIRST RESPONDERS; 10 Years of Athea Community First Responders
By Rodge Byrne
It all started in 2007, when Dr Kieran Murphy, Athea Community GP, and I met up at the annual conference, known as www.Resus.ie. Kieran and I spent some time discussing how a Community First Responder (CFR) system would work in and around the parish of Athea. and attended a meeting in HSE South Ambulance services in Cork to get the process started.
How it developed
I was then a member of staff in the Cardio-Pulmonary Resuscitation (CPR) training team at Kerry General Hospital. I arranged for a CPR training colleague to kick us off, with the Irish Heart Foundation (IHF), Heart Saver CPR AED programme, in Con Colbert Hall in April 2008.
We cast our net across the community to see who would like to get involved in such an important service and excitingly, there was no shortage of interest. People came forward from the Fishing Club, Gun Club, Credit Union, GAA, Motorcycle Road Races Association, along with local pub staff, nurses, Irish Red Cross personnel and farmers – it was a mix of everyone from the community. In a village where the nearest ambulance is sometimes more than 30-45 minutes away, it was (is) about taking care of our own.
Raising money locally from donations and Church gate collections for training, equipment and resupply, the Athea Community First Responders (CFRs) was launched. Personnel across 2008-2010 had nationally recognised IHF training. We arranged to be contacted by the ambulance personnel if they were coming to our “patch” and hence a CFR would be first on scene, knowing what actions were most appropriate and equipment needed.
By 2010 we had developed key personnel to become instructors, just as the emergence of the Pre-Hospital Emergency Care Council (Phecc) for Ireland became active. This organisation is the sole “Legal authority”, for all Pre-Hospital Care practitioners-providers and sets out 6 National Standards of competency. All of Athea CFRs progressed through such training, to increase their capability of dealing with a wider set of emergency care needs. With this new “Cardiac First Responder” qualification (CFR) personnel had expanded their competence and confidence.
Additionally, Athea CFRs had a joint endeavour with Kerry Civil Defence EMS team to train a number of personnel to qualify as Occupational First Aid (OFA) now known as First Aid Responder (FAR). In concert with this training Dr Murphy has provided a range of enhanced training sessions across the years on key topics and practices.
Why they become CFRs
My observation of CFRs, is that they, are motivated people willing to provide a “skilled helper” to others living in a community “where everybody knows everybody” and makes it a more personal service. Consequently, a family do not need to experience “helplessness” at this important time.
The importance of swift and speedy action in emergency care is critically important to ensure the best outcomes for residents, and thereby the parish is split into zones, with a number of responders in each zone.
What the CFR service provides
CFRs provide an on-call service to within the community for emergency care needs from 6pm to 8am Monday to Friday and from 6pm Friday to 8am Monday, 365 days a year (Yep 2017 a call on Christmas day too @14.22). The CFR phone holder acts as coordinator when they receive a call, they forward details to all CFRs of the nature and location of an incident.
Subsequently a group of responders will go to the scene to assess and carryout appropriate actions. Members of the team will have picked up the defibrillator and oxygen-breathing equipment from its position in the Defibrillator phone box outside Griffin’s Butchers in Main Street, Athea.
On that note Athea Tidy-towns vision for the “Telefon” box was an inspired choice to locate the defibrillator essentials from 2018 onwards and reaffirms our great working partnerships. Additionally 2018 saw the arrival of a second defibrillator awarded to us. We are surrounded by them / Athea GAA + Vales Football Club / and as of Jan 2019 Con Colbert hall (inside).
During 2008-2010 there were seven call-outs and several of those were heart attack-type events. In one instance, an individual received a stent in less than three hours. So these are critical responses and show the significance of incidents CFRs attend.
In 2012 on the last occasion of Road Races, and 6 minutes before the “official road closure order” came into force, CFRs had to travel up the circuit from the bridge to Knockfinisk to a person requiring assistance. In the same year Athea CFRs featured in the Irish Times: If you have access to on-line then search this statement, “Could this be the safest village in Ireland” it will take you to that article, along with a feature on TG4.
In 2014 a very demanding call involving multiple agencies that included CFRs first, followed by Shannon Doc presence, and Ambulance along with Gardaí to prepare for landing of the Irish Army Air corps, Rescue 112, air-medical evacuation helicopter.
In 2016 the whole CFR team underwent mandatory re-certification training that takes place every two years. Additionally we were approached by the NAS – Community Engagement
Officer for Limerick, requesting us to be re-registered as NAS 112-999 CFRs. Across the next 12 months we passed through the appropriate steps and hurdles e.g. evidence of training records = Phecc registrations / car insurance data / uniform requirements / equipment lists, and were incorporated into the 999 dispatch system.
Across the same period 2016-2017 the Athea CFR committee agreed that we should become a registered charity. Under the stewardship of Mary Sheahan Athea CFR Secretary it became a reality in early 2018. As you may know its takes a lot of background work to get registered and sets us apart from other groups that do not have such scrutiny applied to “what we do and how we keep our books”.
Athea CFR team members are trained to the Phecc.ie CFR Level 1 for First Responders, some members with OFA – FAR, along with other professional registered practitioners and instructors. Every two years CFR teams are required to undergo recertification training in addition to their attendance in the 1 hour training- testing session carried out every 90 days.
Looking ahead
Across the years the demand for NAS – CFR services has been continuously expanding with regular monitoring to ensure that the Irish system meets International protocols. To that end since 2012 the expectation is that, following receipt of a 112–999 call to NAS, CFRs are required to be at the “scene” within 7 Minutes 59 seconds. I am pleased to advise that Athea has consistently met that target. All responses we’ve had in the village and across the Parish in the 10 years of existence have been between three and five minutes. You’re in good hands!
As 2018 draws to an end and 2019 kicks off, I want to update “our community” on where we are and where we are going. Earlier this year we were re-registered and went live with NAS 112-999 service. Since that time we are providing CFR services to a wider area, therefore increasing the frequency of calls.
If you are concerned about a person in your home showing signs of any of the following:
Heart attack signs – Chest pain and short of breath
Stroke signs – Face weakness – Arm weakness or Slurred Speech
Choking – where the person cannot cough or make a sound – cannot breath
Unconscious or Unresponsive – doesn’t wake or move on their own or when you touch them
Cardiac arrest – Heart stopped – poor colour or changing colour not breathing
Call 112 or 999 and a group of Athea Community Responders will be dispatched to your Eircode – Home address, with all the necessary equipment prior to an Ambulance arriving.
For all other calls Dr Murphy’s surgery or Shannon Doc or 112-999 Dispatcher will advise
Lastly, I would like to invite any member of the community who might like to be involved in the First Responder organisation to get in touch CFR phone 087 2737077 or Rodge 086 3103233. Full, free training is given – equipment, uniform and identity documents issued / following Garda checking protocols and insurance indemnity. Rodge Byrne, Training advisor Athea CFRs
Useful websites to visit for more information
www.irisheart.ie for all matters regarding national F.A.S.T Campaign
www.phecc.ie for the national standards for Emergency Care Practitioners levels 1-6
23 Feb 2019
KERRY DIOCESAN PILGRIMAGE TO FATIMA from 10th – 17th May. Led by Fr. Noel Spring Enquiries to Maureen Harty 066 7131328.
ARDFERT RETREAT CENTRE Christian Spiritual Development Course - The Beatitudes: Fr. Sean Sheehy, Wednesdays 7.00pm to 8.30pm.Life in the Spirit: Moss & Janice Carrig, Tuesdays, 7.30pm to 9.00pm. Parish Day Retreat: Sun. 3rd March, 10.00am-5.00pm: Glin, Sneem, Tarbert, Glenbeigh & Killorglin (also open to any individuals from any other parish who wish to attend). Call 0667134276.Summer Retreat: Fr. Philip Baxter, OFM Cap., Fri. 7th - Thurs.13th June - Book now.
INTERNATIONAL WOMEN’S DAY AT GLÓRACH: On Friday, March 8 we will be celebrating International Women's Day at the Glórach Theatre with a concert from the group Cúisle, that comprises Susan Browne, Dan Sheahan, Catherine Horgan and Kevin McCarthy. A themed night, entitled ‘Iconic Songs, Iconic Women’, it will be a fantastic acoustic celebration of International Women’s Day with a wide ranging set of all time favourites such as Cyndi Lauper, Mary Black, The pCranberries, Barbra Streisand to name but a few. Tickets are going fast and can be booked at 0871383940.
WOMEN’S Day at Thomond Park on March 8th.
UNDERSTANDING YOUTH MENTAL HEALTH Is a one-day interactive workshop for those working or volunteering with young people. The workshop is designed to provide participants a deeper understanding of the factors that influence youth mental health. Examples will also provided of the signs of youth mental difficulties influencing safety Participants will also learn about help seeking patterns amongst young people. The programme is designed and run by Jigsaw. The programme runs at Listowel Family Resource Centre on March 21 from 9.30am-4.30pm. Contact 068 23584.
RAINBOWS OFFERS a 9 week listening, group support programme for children following a bereavement or parental separation. Children will be grouped together depending on their age and loss experience. Rainbows is suitable for children from age 7 years and in 1st class up to 6th class. Rainbows is not counselling or professional therapy. Start date: 20th March 2019 Venue: Listowel Family Resource Centre Time: 5.15pm – 6.15pm Contact: Toni Clarke – 068-23584 Limited Spaces Available.
TRAUMA , ADDICTION RECOVERY AND THE FAMILY - a one hour discussion with Ken Egan and Eileen Foley both Addiction Counsellors, in the Tarbert Community Centre on Saturday March 9th at 7pm. Everybody welcome. Refreshments before and after. This is part of the on-going Thomas Lyndon discussion series on Wellness and Wellbeing.
ST ITA’S FAITH CAMP: This year our camp takes place in St Mary’s Boys school from Monday, July 29 –Thursday, August 1. We will need volunteers -adults 18yrs +and also youths aged 14 –17 yrs. Info: -087-2788834.
ST. PATRICK’S DAY: Preparations are underway for this year’s St Patrick’s Day parade. meeting will be held in St Ita’s Hall, Abbeyfeale on Monday, March 4 at 7pm to discuss details of the parade. Everyone welcome.
INTERNATIONAL WOMEN’S DAY 2019: West Limerick Resources will host a ‘Free Home DIY & Basic Car Maintenance Demonstration’ on Thursday, March 7, at 7.30pm, in Feohanagh/Castlemahon Community Hall to celebrate International Women’s Day. On this evening we will bring women together, in a fun and interactive environment, giving them the chance to broaden their knowledge and feel confident when it comes to Home DIY & Car Maintenance. Free Raffle & Refreshments on the night. Booking essential by calling/texting Damien on 087 9042477 or Brenda on 087 7669952 or emailing damien.ahern@wlr.ie or bheath@wlr.ie
FREE HSE: Living with type 2 Diabetes? Let us help. Book a place on our FREE HSE Diabetes course (running once a week for 6 weeks for 2 ½ hours each week). The course is run by HSE Community Dietitians. Visit www.hse.ie/xpert or call 087 673 4035 to book a place on an upcoming course in Listowel. Courses also run in Tralee.
PILGRIMAGE: Medjugorje Irish Centre Pilgrimages April – Oct 2019: 7 nights B&B and Airport Shuttle service from Dubrovnik or Split for €279 per person sharing. Book any flight - any time and we provide guaranteed airport shuttle service. Call us for further info and book the dates that suit you. Tel. 01 4434510 or email reservations@med-irishcentre.com.
DUAGH Sports and Leisure Complex Committee will hold a novelty fund raising event on Fri. April 5th. This will entail the showing of the popular film Despicable Me 3 in the sports hall - but with a twist!
PADRE PIO DEVOTIONS Lixnaw, prayer meeting will take place on the Third Tuesday (March 19th) at 7.30pm. The witness will be given by Micky Harte of Tyrone.
MEDAL: Free Commemorative Medal to mark 100th anniversary of the start of the War of Independence. More from www.eireindependance.com/press
Communicare Healthcare; Message to Fr. Brendan and Fr. Tony from Maria Dixon of Communicare Healthcare on 12/2/2019. She is trying to recruit Care Assistants to provide essential homecare support to over 65’s in the Athea area. Flexible working hours with excellent rates of pay. Contact Marie.dixon@communicare.ie 094-9259100.
POST OFFICE - An Post have introduced 2 new exciting products. First is the An Post Smart Account, open a smart account lodge €30 & An Post will lodge an additional €30 at the end of the month and secondly the Multi currency card, 10 different currencies are available on the one currency card which is useful when travelling between a few countries.
NORTH KERRY OLDER PERSONS MAINTENANCE SERVICE - are now taking requests for 2019. We provide a low cost maintenance and minor repair service specifically for senior members of the community of North Kerry. Freshen up the rooms of your home for the New Year with a new coat of paint. Prepare your home for the cold weather (i.e. powerwashing of footpaths and driveways). We also offer home cleaning and domestic support. For more information please call 068 -23429 or 087-3776724.
SEEKING GOD THE CISTERCIAN WAY: Cistercian nuns seek God and follow Christ in a life of prayer and work, solitude and simplicity, in a stable, loving community. Next vocations weekend 15th—17thMarch, St. Mary’s Abby, Glencairn. Contact Sr. Sarah at vocations@glencairnabbey.org.
TALKS for Lent: in St. John’s Parish Centre, Tralee on Tuesday 12th, 19th, 26thof March and Tuesday 2ndApril at 7.30pm. Each evening will be a time of exploration and reflection on the theme of finding ‘God in the Now’ Presented by Paul Montgomery All are welcome.
FR. TOM JONES: Kerryman North Edition, Thursday, February 03, 2005; Section: Tralee
Fr. Tom Jones — a man of steel from the heart of The Rock
I RECENTLY paid a very pleasant visit to Fr. Michael Galvin at his old homestead at Rock Street, Tralee, the seat of his parents, where he resides since he retired as Parish Priest of Ballybunion.
Fear Lách, Muinteardha a thug deoch dom as buidéal an tsagairt. A kind friendly man, who gave me a drink out of the Priest’s bottle. Discussing the famous Fr. Tom Jones was the most interesting part of our conversation that evening.
Fr. Tom Jones was born in 1862, in a public house in Rock Street, Tralee, known now as the Old Oak Public House, and he died in Glenbeigh in September 1950, aged 88 years.
He was buried in the Church grounds in Glenbeigh. He was about 5’8”, a man of steel, and fleet of foot. In his youth he was very fond of playing handball. When Fr. Jones was about 18 years of age, a man named Delaney of Athy, Co Kildare, was the World Single Handball Champion.
In 1880, a large crowd of Tralee people travelled by train to Athy, to watch Tom Jones play Delaney in Athy. Jones won that day. It had to be the best of 21 games between the two of them.
Some of the games were played in Athy, and others in Tralee. The Tralee ball alley, in those far off days, was in a yard at the end of the Gas Terrace dwelling houses, Fr. Michael Galvin informed me, and that a man named Thade Duggan was the “marker”.
The final game was played in Tralee, and on that famous day, Tom Jones became the World Single Handball Champion .
In 1880 Tom Jones went to Maynooth at the age of 18. When he was ordained there was no vacancy for him in the Kerry Diocese. He went to the diocese of Rockhampton in Brisbane, Australia. He served in three parishes in that diocese, before returning to Ireland.
I went to Glenbeigh in 1935, and I was there for 14 years. Fr. Jones was then in Glenbeigh. He told me many an interesting story about his time in Australia. He said “my parish was as big as half of the county of Kerry, sparsely populated consisting of a lot of scrub land”.
He travelled on horseback. One day as he was travelling through his parish, a young hardy man jumped out of the scrub. He caught a grip of the bridle and shouted to Fr. Jones that he was taking the horse.
Fr. Jones held on to his bridle and said to the young man, “you will take my horse off me if you are a better man than me” and he told me “by the time I was finished with him, there wasn’t much life left in him”.
I spent many happy late evenings at the presbytery with Fr. Jones. He could play so many musical instruments from the pipes to the mouth organ. All I could play was the mouth organ. After a long session of playing some of his musical instruments, he would convey me out to the road. The avenue was almost covered in briars, bushes and ivy not so today. He would pick an ivy leaf off an ivy bush, place in between his Clair Fhiacala, his front teeth and play lovely music for me, as a parting shot.
Once when on his way home on holidays from Australia, and having handed up his luggage, at Holyhead, he placed his hankerchief on the verge of the quay, moved back a good few paces and with a running jump as the boat was just pulling out, he succeeded in catching on to the gunwale, and pulling himself into the boat. “Ah, Pat” said Fr. Jones, “the captain ate the head off me, but we both became the best of friends after that mad leap.
Fr. Jones was parish priest of Ballyferriter from 1909 to 1916. During a severe storm in one of those years, a Norwegian boat took shelter in Smerwick Harbour. The boat pulled its anchor and the crew abandoned ship. They reached the rocks at a sheer cliff at Ard Na Caithne.
People witnessed the tragedy but the poor people were helpless. The coastguards were stationed at Ballydavid, at the other side of the harbour. A wise man at the scene suggested sending for Fr. Jones.
One of the men saddled his horse and galloped to the presbytery. He gave the horse to Fr. Jones. When Fr. Jones arrived at the cliff top, he instructed that a rope be fastened around his body and down he went.
He brought up the crew one by one even though his hands and legs were all cut and bleeding. The King of Norway gave him a beautiful silver cup inscribed, to Pastor Jones in recognition of his bravery.
Fr. Jones told me he had a sister, a nun who died at a comparatively young age. When he came home from the funeral, he naturally felt very lonely. “Pat” said he “I took down the violin and said to myself, Mary, a ghrá, I sincerely hope that you are in Heaven this evening, where there is supposed to be music and I will now play a few of your favourite airs.”
Fr. Jones used to go on holidays to Dublin, and he always brought his pipes with him. He knew that he would be meeting Leo Rosen and Kevin Potts, two famous pipe players, and the three of them would have some fine sessions of music. It would indeed be lovely to hear some of that music today.
Fr. Jones was a very holy man, who had great devotion to the blessed virgin. Though having moved from Ballyferriter to Glenbeigh, he was still receiving offerings for masses from mothers and wives of fishermen in West Kerry.
My father got cancer at the age of 49, and towards the end the poor man used to get weaknesses. A fisherman’s mother advised him to visit Fr. Jones. He did. Fr. Jones prayed over him. He got no more weaknesses, but Fr. Jones could not cure the cancer, which by then had a firm grip.
Fr Jones, who lived a very frugal life, left his money to the Kiltegan fathers, the Dalgan fathers, and to the SMA. Guidim ceolta binn na bhflaitheas dá anam.
Mise, Pádraig Caomhánach, Páirc Naomh Bhréannain, TráLí.
RETIRED Garda Pat Kavanagh of St Brendan’s Park reached the grand old age of 90 last weekend. Ballydavid-born Pat’s first posting as a young Garda was to Glenbeigh and after 14 years there he came to live in Tralee. He recently penned these words about Fr. Tom Jones, a Tralee man who was a world champion handballer back in 1880.
15 Feb. 2019
ARDFERT; Life in the Spirit: Moss & Janice Carrig – Tuesdays – starts Feb. 19th – 7.30pm to 9.00pm
Other Ardfert Events: Self Care Day: Betty Garnett I.A.C.P, Practical skills to promote self-care and well being on Sat. 16th Feb. 9.45am-4.00pm. Contact: Betty 0872498061. Gathering of Diocesan Parish Readers & Eucharistic Ministers: Bishop (Emeritus) Bill Murphy – Feb 21st. 2019 – 7.30pm to 9.30pm. Christian Spiritual Development Course-The Beatitudes: Fr. Sean Sheehy, Wednesdays 7.00pm to 8.30pm.
LENT: Praying with the Gospels through Lent 23. You are warmly invited to a morning with Fr. Seamus O’Connell, Professor of Sacred Scripture, Maynooth, and Kerry in St. Brendan’s Pastoral Centre, Upper Rock Street, Tralee on Saturday 23rd February (10am -12.30). Registration at 10am, starting at 10.15am sharp. Please phone St. Brendan’s 066- 7125932 to register. Suggested offering of €5. Organised by the St. Brendan’s Parish weekly Lectio Divina group. Everyone is welcome.
WRITERS’ WEEK closing date for receipt of competition entries, is 1st march 2019.
CHILDREN’S Art competition sponsored by Texaco, closing date 28th February 2019.
FEET: Chiropodist will be attending the Parish Hall, Ballylongford on Mon. 25th Feb. Please call 087-7672172 if you wish to book an appointment.
FULL Moon on 19th of Feb.
LIBRARY: The Irish Whale and Dolphin Group will hold a talk on their Iceland expedition on Tuesday 19th February at 6.30pm at Killarney Library.
THE PRIESTHOOD: Maybe you have been thinking about the Priesthood as a way of life for you? Maybe you have felt you are being called? For more information contact Fr. Michael Moynihan PP, Glengarriff, 087 6551902 or one of the local priests.
TICKETS on sale for the S.D.C. – Athea GAA fundraiser at the Devon Inn on March 3rd. They can be got at Paul Collins’ Shop or by ringing 087-1233361.
CONRADH NA GAEILGE/GAELIC LEAGUE; a branch has been re-established in Abbeyfeale. Members welcome. Further information Éamonn 086 3903244.
INTERNATIONAL WOMEN’S DAY AT GLÓRACH: On Friday, March 8 we will be celebrating International Women's Day at the Glórach Theatre with a concert from the group Cúisle, that comprises Susan Browne, Dan Sheahan, Catherine Horgan and Kevin McCarthy. A themed night, entitled ‘Iconic Songs, Iconic Women’, it will be a celebration of International Women’s Day with all-time favourites such as Cyndi Lauper, Mary Black, The Cranberries, Barbra Streisand to name but a few, and can be booked at 0871383940.
LECTURE; Thomond Archaeological and Historical Society lecture on 'The Barrington Family and Limerick, c. 1800-1925', will be given by Fr. Brian Murphy, a member of the Benedictine community of Glenstal Abbey. He is the author of a recent book on the Barrington's and the controversial death of the only daughter of Sir Charles Barrington, in an IRA ambush near Newport, County Tipperary in May 1921The venue for this lecture is Room T.1.17 Tara Building, Mary Immaculate College, South Circular Road, Limerick at 8.00pm Monday, February 18.
GLOBAL Warming and plastics are constantly being discussed, nobody encourages use of natural fibres and our politicians, advisors & Co., go first class, change their clothes at every opportunity, jetting abroad and promoting a throwaway society.
DIABETES: Living with type 2 Diabetes? Let us help. Book a place on our FREE HSE Diabetes course (running once a week for 6 weeks for 2 ½ hours each week). The course is run by HSE Community Dieticians. Visit www.hse.ie/xpert or call 087 673 4035 to book a place on an upcoming course in Listowel. Courses also run in Tralee.
DUAGH Sports and Leisure Complex Committee will hold a novelty fund raising event on Fri. April 5th. This will entail the showing of the popular film Despicable Me 3 in the sports hall - but with a twist! The power to operate the film projector will not be taken from the national grid. Instead the power will be generated by local cyclists working, and pedalling in teams of eight and hoping to supply between 80 to 100 watts of power. These cyclists don’t come cheaply! They need the sponsorship of the community – be on the lookout for sponsorship cards –and all money generated will go towards putting the finishing touches to the Complex. Doors open @ 6.30pm with Film rolling @7.30pm. Shop providing Popcorn and refreshments also available. A fun filled evening of entertainment for young and old alike. Come along and enjoy this unique event.
PAPERS: Kerryman 1904-current, 01.10.1955, page 13
Fr. Pat O Rourke of Firies home from Sydney after 19 years, he took colour movie pictures of the drawn and replay games between Kerry and Cavan and Sundays between Kerry and Dublin.
First time Kerry team in training got opportunity of studying a semi-final in action.
Kerryman 1904-current, 23.06.1956, page 5
LISTOWEL: Fr. Patrick Sheehy is spending three months with his brother, Mr John Sheehy, Main Street, Listowel, was ordained in Carlow in 1931. He ministered in Eureka, California for eleven years, before his appointment as pastor of St Joseph’s Church, Auburn, California. On June 14th he celebrated the Silver jubilee of his ordination.
Meadowing in Abbeyfeale making from £15 to £16-10s, last year it was £15 to £17-10s, per acre.
Kerryman 1904-current, 21.07.1956, page 11
Castlemaine Notes; Despite polio outbreak in Cork, the largest crowd ever went to see Kerry- Cork match.
On holiday is Captain Michael Lucy of the USA Naval Forces, whose parents are from Lacca, Castlemaine, he served in Korea.
Kerryman 1904-current, 15.09.1956, page 10
Causeway Notes; Fr. Maurice J Woulfe, St Thomas Aquinas Parish, Baltimore, USA, his father’s people from Abbeyfeale district, his mother Hannah Hanlon emigrated to America some forty years ago, his grandfather Michael Hanlon, lived on the outskirts of the village .
A unit of the Mass Radiography Association visited the village on Friday.
Paddy Mulvihill of of Cleandries died sudden after a day’s threshing. Other events, Ballyheigue Pattern Day and September fair.
Kerryman 1904-current, 29.09.1956, page 10
Knocknagoshel Notes; Most Rev. J Heffernan, D.D.. C.S.Sp. spent a holiday in his native Knocknagoshel. Sr. Agnes (Eileen O’Connor) was received into the Order of the Holy Infant Jesus at Drishane. She is daughter of Mr. and Mrs B. D. O’Connor of Beheenagh. Several others also on holiday.
Kerryman 1904-current, 06.10.1956, page 14
Ballylongford Notes; Congratulations to Fr. Tom Walsh, C.S.S.P of Bridge Street on winning the captain’s prize in a recent golf tournament, played at Portmarnock, Dublin, Fr Walsh is home on holiday from South Africa.
The Brassil Family of Puleen and Fitzmaurice Family of Rusheen have lost a father.
9 Feb 2019
LISTOWEL TOASTMASTERS: Gain confidence, meet new people and become a better public speaker. The next meeting of Listowel Toastmasters takes places at 8pm in the Listowel Arms Hotel on Thursday February 14 with a Valentine's Day theme!.
ST JOHN’S: Wed 13th -WHISKEY SHIVERS, American Country and Bluegrass presented by a five-piece group from Austin, Texas, playing only four dates in Ireland.
Thu 14th- THE BEST OF TRADITIONAL, With David Munnelly - Accordion, Anne Brennan - Vocals and Joseph Mc Nulty - Fiddle. New arrangements of old music for voice, accordion and fiddle as well as new melodies.
Fri 22nd- INSPIRING BACH, A Music Network concert featuring Claire Duff - Baroque Violin and Benjamin Alard -Harpsichord.
Sat 23rd & Sun 24 - THE HONEY SPIKE. Tarbert Theatre Players return with Bryan MacMahon’s play on the epic journey of a young Traveller couple from the Giant’s Causeway to the Cork-Kerry border.
HARNETT REUNION MEETING: All Harnetts near and far are invited to a meeting in St. Ita’s Hall on Thursday night next, February 14 to start finalising the programme for our International Reunion taking place on July 11-14. It would be great if we could have a spread of the different clans. The meeting will start at 8pm sharp and we aim to finish within the hour. Email HarnettReunion2019 @gmail.com for further information or check out Harnett Reunion FB page to keep up to date with all the plans for a fantastic weekend.
SUPPORT: Anam Cara Kerry the organisation that supports bereaved parents, is holding a Bereavement Information Evening on Tues 12th Feb at 7:20pm in the Meadowlands Hotel, Tralee, Co. Kerry. This is a free event and open to all bereaved parents. As Anam Cara will need to confirm numbers for teas, coffees, etc, please RSVP to info@anamcara.ie before Mon 11th Feb or call the Information Line on 085 2888 888.
FREE HSE Diabetes course ; Living with type 2 Diabetes? Let us help. Book a place on our FREE HSE Diabetes course (running once a week for 6 weeks for 2 ½ hours each week). The course is run by HSE Community Dietitians. Visit www.hse.ie/xpert or call 087 673 4035 to book a place on an upcoming course in Listowel. Courses also run in Tralee.
HOSPITAL over run, every project where public money is involved, very often double in price and still more will be needed to complete project. Question is never asked was the Children’s Hospital project being used as a counter balance, to show caring for children in run up to the recent referendum, people are now whispering that children will have to be imported from abroad to fill the hospital now being constructed.
FLEADH BY THE FEALE: Celebrity concert this year by The Kilfenora Ceili Band. Takes place May 2-6, concert Sunday, May 5.
EUCHARISTIC ADORATION: KNOCKANURE: Tuesday 10am – 5pm; MOYVANE: Wednesday 10am – 7pm.
MEDJUGORJE PRAYER GROUP Listowel will meet straight after 10.30am Mass Monday 11th February in the Parish Meeting Room.
BALLINCLOGHER NATIONAL SCHOOL REUNION ON AUGUST 4th 2019 AT BALLYROE HOTEL: We are looking for old photographs and class lists. Please contact Maureen Lyons on (086) 2059608; Matt Quinlan (087) 2428700; May Bonn (086) 0562432.
HE LEVIATHAN PROJECT; Féile an tSolais is looking for 15-20 volunteer artists and craft people, to complete a project for its 2019 festival this October/November. Key Skills- Metal Fabrication- Wirework- Experience using Dremel tools- Sculpture- Upcycling. Please send a short bio with your name, age, skills and experience. Email: feileantsolais@yahoo.com
PAPERS: Kerryman 1904-current, Saturday, April 20, 1946; Page: 12
Listowel Army Chaplain Home On Holidays
HOME on holidays and staying with his parents "Half-way House," Glenoe, Listowel, is the Rev. Patrick J. Walsh, who spent thirty four months in the Pacific War Area as Army chaplain. Before joining the U.S.A. Army Chaplain Corps., in which he has the rank of Captain, Fr. Walsh was pastor at Mondamin, U.S.A. He was also assistant pastor for five years at St. Anthony's Church, Des Moines. Father Walsh was educated at St. Michael’s College, Listowel, Copsewood College, Pallaskenry, and at Wexford College. He completed his ecclesiastical studies in the U.S. A, where he was ordained Two of his sisters, Sister M. Tarcisius and Sister M. Julia, are members of the Community of the Sisters of Charity of The, Incarnate Word, Houston, USA. In the U.S.A, Army since 1942, Father Walsh was last stationed in an Army Hospital in New Caledonia, where many, units were briefed for invasion of the surrounding islands.
Kerryman 1904-current, Saturday, August 10, 1946; Page: 5
Newcastle West News: ORDAINED IN LONDON.
Rev. Thomas Rrouder, Knockbyheen, Ardagh, was amongst the young priests ordained recently at St. Joseph's College, Mill Hill, London, by Most Rev Dr. Myres. He celebrated his first Mass in his home parish church at Kilcoleman, where he was assisted bv Rev. Fr. O’Connell, C C. Subsequent to the Mass the newly ordained imparted his blessing to the large congregation present. Fr. Brouder, who was a former student of St. Joseph's College, Freshford. Co. Kilkenny, is youngest son of Mr. and Mrs. Thomas Brouder, Knockbyheen, Ardagh. He is a cousin of the late Most Rev. Dr Thomas Broderick. Bishop of Nigeria,
FINAL PROFESSION. Among the thirteen nuns who received their final profession at the Holy Faith. Glasnevin, Dublin, on July 31, was Sister M. Benigna (Brenda Roche). Sister Benigna, who comes from a highly esteemed and widely respected family, is fourth daughter of Mr. and Mrs Thomas Roche, The Square House, Newcastle West She is also sister of Dr William Roche, Loughlinstown, Dublin, and of Mr. John Roche, Churchtown. New castle West Following her final entry into the religious life, Sister Benigna was the recipient of numerous messages of goodwill and felicitation from a very wide circle of relatives and friends.
LATE MRS. HANNON.
Newcastle West has lost one of its oldest and most esteemed residents by the death of Mrs, Mary Hannon, Maiden Street, which occurred on August 1 at an advanced age. Deceased, who came from one of the oldest families in the town, was mother of the late Mr Jas. Hannon, Newmarket, Co Cork. There was a very large and representative attendance at the funeral which took place to Churchtown cemetery on Friday last. The officiating clergy were- Rt Rev. Mgr. Hannon, PP.. V.G. Newcastle West; Rev. M. Bowler. PP . Newmarket; Rev M. O'Grady. C.C. Newcastle West; Rev Fr. Kirby. CC, Croom. (Break)
DIED SUDDENLY.
Almost immediately after visiting friends at Bishop Street late on Thursday evening of last week, Mr. John Joe Griffin, of North Quay, Newcastle West, collapsed and died after receiving spiritual and medical assistance. Aged about 62 years. (Break)
Kerryman 1904-current, 07.12.1946, page 16
Remember the storm that swept South Kerry on Monday evening last, she was seated by the fire when at the height of the storm about 5.30 pm, the far gable of the house was struck by lightning, part of roof collapsed and gable completely shattered, adjoining rooms were turned into a shambles, but Mrs Lynch emerged from the wreckage unscratched. A workman who had a sledge in his hand was wrenched from him. Every article in a room near the gable, which used to be occupied by Mrs Lynch’s son- now a well-known member of a famous teaching order, was smashed to atoms, with the exception of a glass canopied statue of the Blessed Virgin, which remained intact on its pedestal.
See paper for more on the many writers and stories in their Christmas edition.
Kerryman 1904-current, Saturday, August 02, 1947; Page: 14
Priest Dies On Holiday From U.S. Mission
AGED 8I, and a native of Duagh, North Kerry, Rev. Fr. John Brosnan. Pastor, St. Thomas Aquinas, The Bronx, New York, died, at the Bon Secour- Nursing Home, Tralee, on Tuesday. Deceased, who was a brother of the late Very Rev. Canon Brosnan, P.P, Milstreet, and the late Very Rev D Brosnan, President, St Brendan's Seminary, Killarney and of Mr. Brosnan, Kilflynn , was educated at St Michaels College, Listowel, St Brendan’s Seminary, Killarney and at the Irish College, Paris. He was ordained in Killarney in 1890 and went to the New York Diocese, where he ministered until he returned on a holiday to this country in June of this year.
(Break) Very Rev D Canon Brosnan, P.P.V.F., Rathmore: Rev T Galvin San Francisco, and Fr ? Galvin, Ballyferriter.
Kerryman 1904-current, Saturday, August 23, 1947; Page: 6
HOLIDAY HOLOCAUST, Once again the newspapers are carrying their yearly accounts of drowning incidents. With the rising temperatures comes the rush to seaside or river-bank, and the perennial crop of fatal or near-fatal accidents.
Extra Ration for Harvesters: Workers must apply themselves. In the circumstances, many could falsely represent themselves as being engaged in harvesting and so get the extra ration; human nature is weak, but we hope that in this instance public spirit will prove stronger.
KILLARNEY NUN'S
SISTER M. Alacoque, of the Presentation Convent. Killarney, died in the 66th year of her religious life at the age of 90 years. Deceased was a sister of the late Mr. J. K. O'Connor, Castleisland, and is survived by many nieces and nephews, including Fr. Florence O'Connor, U.S.A. She spent all her life on the teaching staff of the Convent.
The Trappistine Sisters at Mount Saint Mary's Abbey in Wrentham, MA lead simple consecrated lives of prayer as lived in the heart of the Church for all their brothers and sisters in the world. This documentary offers a glimpse of their daily lives.
https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=Ntt98rTky-g
Scor Moyvane sample of acts and prize giving
Feb 1 2019
CONRADH NA GAEILGE FESTIVAL: Tionól (Irish language and Music w/e) Chontae Luimnigh present the first, hopefully of many gatherings of Folklore, Music, Poetry and History of Abbeyfeale through the Irish Language in Fr. Casey’s Friday, February 8 and Saturday, February 9 with daily admission just €5 per day. The official opening takes place on Friday from 7pm followed by a lecture from Séamus Ó Coileáin from Athea and ending with a traditional music concert with the Murphy family, Riona Ní Churtáin, Denis Curtin and the Flannery Sisters. Saturday’s programme includes lectures, a bilingual walking tour of Abbeyfeale and a traditional music session. All are welcome.
ABBEYFEALE HARRIERS ANNUAL HUNTING FESTIVAL: Sunday, February 10 – Shanahan’s Bar, Strand, Co. Limerick. Joint Meet; Ballybrown Harriers & South Tipperary Foot Harriers. Monday, February 11- Fleming’s Bar, Scartaglin, Co. Kerry. Joint Meet; Rockfield Harriers & Rooves Bridge Harriers. Memorial Meet for John O’Connor & Anthony Cronin. Tuesday, February 12 – Naughtons’ Bar Mountcollins, Co. Limerick Brosna Foxhounds. Wednesday, February 13 – The Goalpost Bar, Tournafulla, Co. Limerick. Carraigshane Harriers. Thursday, February 14 – Walsh’s Bar, Knocknagoshel, Co. Kerry. Joint Meet; Lismore Harriers & South Tipperary Harriers. Friday, February 15 – DP Lyons Bar, Abbeyfeale, Co. Limerick. Joint Meet; Bridgetown Harriers & Minerock Harriers. Memorial Meet for Jackie O’Grady. All meets at 11am. Food kindly sponsored by publicans. Hunting is on foot and the quarry is fox – Cap €10 per meet. Please show respect to landowners and their property at all times. Enquiries: Doug McGuinness (Hon. Sec. Abbeyfeale Harriers) 087 6829044 or Paddy O’Grady 087 6258933.Supported Charity – The Irish Cancer Society.
RUN: The annual Milford Hospice 10kmrun/walk at UL on Sunday February 3 commencing at 11am outside the main library. Contact the fundraising department at 061-485859 or 061-485860 for all the details.
WORLD DAY OF THE SICK AND THE FEAST OF OUR LADY OF LOURDES: Mass, with Anointing
of the Sick and a Blessing for their carers will be celebrated in St. John’s Church, Tralee on Monday
February 11th at 3.00pm.
CONRADH NA GAEILGE/GAELIC LEAGUE; a branch has been re-established in Abbeyfeale. Members welcome. Further information Éamonn 086 3903244.
C.E. Scheme Vacancies. There are some vacancies for workers on the Athea/Carrigkerry/Old Mill C. E. Scheme. There are two vacancies in Athea for the Community Hall and one for the Church. If anyone thinks they are eligible please call 068-42301.
DAYS OF RECOLLECTION: Saturday 23rd February in St. Benedict’s Priory, The Mount, Cobh. Day begins with Mass at 9am followed by adoration. First talk 11am. Day concludes at 3.30pm. Lunch provided. Donations are welcome to cover the costs. To book a place or to arrange a stay in the Retreat House contact Mother Prioress at 021/4811354.
PILGRIMAGE to Medjugorje from July 25th, details from 069 60375.
SUPPORT: Anam Cara Kerry the organisation that supports bereaved parents, is holding a Bereavement Information Evening on Tues 12th Feb at 7:20pm in the Meadowlands Hotel, Tralee, Co. Kerry. This is a free event and open to all bereaved parents. As Anam Cara will need to confirm numbers for teas, coffees, etc, please RSVP to info@anamcara.ie before Mon 11th Feb or call the Information Line on 085 2888 888.
CHIROPODIST – Michelle Conway will be in Tarbert Community Centre on Mon. 4th Feb. from 9am to 1pm. If you would like an appointment please call 083 - 4074256.
DIABETES: Living with type 2 Diabetes? Let us help. Book a place on our FREE HSE Diabetes course (running once a week for 6 weeks for 2 ½ hours each week). The course is run by HSE Community Dietitians. Visit www.hse.ie/xpert or call 087 673 4035 to book a place on an upcoming course in Listowel. Courses also run in Tralee.
PADRE PIO DEVOTIONS Lixnaw prayer meeting will take place on the 19th at 7.30pm (3rd Tuesday). The witness will be given by Rachel O’Brien from Tiershannahan Ballyheigue.
ST ITA’S FAITH CAMP, This year our camp takes place in St Mary’s Boys school ABBEYFEALE from Monday 29th July -Thursday 1st august 2019, we will need volunteers -adults 18yrs +and also youths aged 14 –17 yrs. Info: -087-2788834
SAINT FRANCIS: “Being a peacemaker,” Friar Murray Bodo says, “can be a thankless task.” But the role of the peacemaker is essential, something Saint Francis of Assisi surely understood. He embraced those who were categorized as “the enemy” and offered himself as a living bridge of peace.
ST BRIDGET this 10th century poem which is attributed to her, adapted by Brendan Kennelly and excerpted below:
I’d like to give a lake of beer to God.
I’d love the heavenly
Host to be tippling there
For all eternity.
I’d love the men of Heaven to live with me,
To dance and sing.
If they wanted, I’d put at their disposal
Vats of suffering……….
I’d sit with the men, the women and God
There by the lake of beer.
We’d be drinking good health forever
And every drop would be a prayer.
WEDNESDAY PRAYER: Gather in the Blessed Sacrament Chapel, Abbeyfeale on Wednesday afternoon at 3p.m to recite the Divine Mercy Chaplet for Vocations to the Priesthood and Religious Life. This prayer meeting will take place every Wednesday.
Kerryman 1904-current, Saturday, December 12, 1942; Page: 2
LATE FATHER ML. O’FLANAGAN
" Sceilg's" Reply to Brian O'Higgins.
To the Editor. A Chara,
I should have left entirely to the judgment of your readers the letter you have just published from Brian O hUiginn only that my oration at the graveside of Fr. Michael O'Flanagan four months ago is made the basis of strangely belated strictures on the memory of the patriot to whom Cathal Brugha referred from the chair at the Inauguration of Dail Eireann as the most loyal and the most earnest priest that ever lived in Ireland,—the suspended priest, he might have added as was indeed implied, who won the General Election of 1918 and so made possible the constitutional ratification of the Proclamation of Easter Week. My graveside oration, delivered at twenty-four hours' notice, was in your office next morning, published by you that week, and reprinted by you without alteration except the admitted addition of a necessary footnote, Brian thinks it appropriate to refer to It as "the pamphlet on the late Fr. O'Flanagan written by my friend Sceilg, and reviewed in your issue of November 28"—although the review, if such there were, has escaped my notice. Were Sceilg to write a "pamphlet" on Fr. O'Flanagan it would be a pamphlet showing at some thing like his full stature the gifted priest to whom the Pope presented a special gold medal in recognition of his brilliant Lenten and Advent sermons in Rome in 1912 and 1914; to Whom, while he and I were England's prisoners in Melbourne, the venerable Archbishop there sent vestments and a chalice to enable him to say Mass even in his captivity; to whose death-bedside the Papal Nuncio and other dignitaries of the Church paid daily visits, at whose obsequies we had such striking evidence of the place he had won in the people's hearts. In seeking out the passage which Jed Brian O hUiginn to state that I said "objections to Fr. O'Flanagan's anti-papal outbursts were made only by the 'envious' or by persons of 'defective understanding,' " I find I said, not that he indulged In anti-papal outbursts, which I neither believe nor admit, but that his eloquence on his second visit to the United States a whole generation ago aroused envy in high places, which I personally knew to be true. Later, the envy manifested itself nearer home, and was aggravated by the malice of a whispering gallery, as I and hundreds of others knew also to be only too true. Of course, it never entered my mind that Brian O hUiginn could regard the cap as fitting himself. How could I or anybody else even dream that Brian na Banban envied Fr. Michael O'Flanagan, I happened to have been a patient at St. Ann's Hydro, Blarney, when Brian O hUiginn and Fr. O'Flanagan came into conflict at the Sinn Fein Ard-Fheis a decade ago, and have no wish to contest Brian's claim to the distinction of being "the first to challenge openly in a Republican assembly Fr. O'Flanagan's harmful attacks": he is assured of the entire credit for his simultaneous protection of the Papacy and the Public Mind. That, I think, was about the time of Father O'Flanagan's first occupancy of the Presidency of Sinn Fein, of which he had been responsible and efficient Vice-President for many years. And he was re-elected twelve months later in spite of certain elements of opposition on the veiled plea that he had taken an official appointment. Subsequently, he and I were invited to participate in a Radio production of the inauguration of Dail Eireann. He Consented, and rendered himself liable to expulsion from the organisation, somewhat as has happened to notable personalities in kindred bodies. I declined. Had I agreed, and been expelled in consequence, I should not regard myself as the less a Republican on that account. Neither did Fr. O'Flanagan. He and I, although no longer active in Sinn Fein, attended important conferences of that body a short time before his death, and everyone knows how active and welcome he was some time previously on Dublin platforms demanding the release of Republican prisoners then fasting to the point of death. I must say it seems to me utterly unworthy of Brian O hUiginn to refer to the departed patriot as the "poor priest estranged for years from his priestly duties, wandering to and fro between Ireland and the United States like a lost soul, and attacking most wantonly on American platforms such faithful colleagues as Mary McSwiney and Austin Stack." As Austin and I returned from New York in 1922, Austin told me that Fr. O'Flanagan and he had a pretty sharp clash there while I was away to the Coast. Subsequently Miss McSwiney told me that she and Fr. O'Flanagan disagreed In New York also. I was publicly and politically associated with him for a full quarter of a century,—more intimately during our world tour—and I never once found occasion to clash with him: on the contrary, I always found him conciliatory and tractable, earnest withal, simple and Joyous almost as a happy child. After the launching of Fianna Fail when rumours were rife that some of our people commendably exerted themselves to minimise the effect of the split thus created, it was said he did refer in America to Miss Mc-Swiney as fairy godmother of the new departure, and I know she indignantly resented the suggestion. I do not believe that the wanton attacks from American platforms to which Brian O h-Uiginn refers ever went beyond that, and my sources of information there have at no time been negligible, while I am, I hope, As solicitous as anybody else for the good name of our departed comrades. Such rumours are invariably magnified in the carrying; and I know well how hostile propaganda represented Father O'Flanagan and myself as pro-Communist in Australia, even at home. What actual proof has Brian O hUiginn that Fr. O'Flanagan wantonly attacked his colleagues when he was in America as Sinn Fein envoy after the launching of Fianna Fall? for that was the only occasion on which it could have happened. Fr. O'Flanagan spent two subsequent holidays in the United States while "estranged from his priestly duties," as has been said, but not in the character of "a lost soul." Meanwhile he had celebrated Requiem Mass at his father's obsequies in his native parish. Reaching San Francisco on the eve of a Church festival, he was asked by his host. Mgr. Rogers, who fully knew his position in Ireland, to celebrate High Mass in his pariah. Mgr. Rogers accompanied him back to Ireland; and as I happened to be amongst the first to meet them on their reaching Dublin, the distinguished Monsignor, Whose unfailing practice was 'to get all requisites for his Church and hospitable presbytery from Ireland, told me with joy how delighted he and his flock were to have Fr. O'Flanagan as celebrant of that High Mass. I need not labour that aspect of the matter. He soon spent a second, and last, holiday in the United States mainly, I think, in connection with the deepsea goggles he had invented and a device to mitigate sea-sickness in which also he was long interested. With him on the second holiday was a Basque priest who previously had endeared himself to numbers of people here on the occasion of the Eucharistic Congress, and was, in fact, specially entertained at Sinn Fein headquarters. Before setting out on their voyage, Fr. O'Flanagan, I think, took him to Maynooth. The visitor still shared the Basque eagerness to shake off the Spanish yoke, as we have been eager to regard England's difficulty as Ireland's opportunity. On account of the Communist complexion of the new Republican Government in Spain —though its inauguration was loudly welcomed by leaders of the Free State Government here—the whispering gallery In America branded the two visiting priests as Communists, whereas the real Communists were fighting or intriguing against General Franco. Fr. O'Flanagan had the courage to spend a further holiday in Spain—probably on the invitation of the Basque priest-—to see things there with his own eyes. How anxious he was to study the Catholic position there, on account of what we were told by priests no well-informed as Dr Peter Magennis and Fr. John Condon, I know personally since our own casual visit there twenty years ago. I must not let myself be tempted into a discussion of the political relations between the Papacy and Ireland. From the lapse into heresy of Henry VIII until the practical usurpation of the English throne by King William—practically a period of a century and a half—successive Popes exhorted and armed-Ireland to wage war for the Faith against England. Outside of that, the Papal policy has another aspect: from the exploitation of the Bull of Pope Adrian IV down to the Papal attitude towards the Plan of Campaign in the days of Archbishop Croke and Archbishop Walsh and the well-known fate of Mgr. Persico. From my knowledge of Papal history, I am only too conscious that it is not a subject for newspaper controversy by the uninformed or the half-Informed, and from my long intimacy with Father O'Flanagan, I feel fully satisfied —regardless of prejudiced statements to the contrary—that, on the whole, he endeavoured when dealing with the subject to handle it with becoming restraint, although his feelings cannot have been sweetened by the treatment of Dr. Michael O'Hickey whom he met a good deal in Rome, or the reported attitude of Dr. Cattaneo, Papal Representative, towards our mission in Australia.
As my estimate of the lovable priest whom it is such a lasting happiness to have had as friend remains Unaltered, may I repeat,—for the information of those who may not have the opportunity to read the oration here under discussion—the passage enshrining the ties which will keep his memory among my mind's choicest treasures:
I have shared his cabin in the great oceans of the world, and shared his ward and served his Mass in Britain's dungeons at Botany Bay and Melbourne. No one living has heard him speak so often in the great cities of America and Australia and elsewhere; and I can solemnly say here at his open grave that I never heard one word fall from his lips that was not worthy of an Irish patriot priest.
Brian O hUiginn I feel sure will be among the first to realise that it is due to the memory of him whose lips are sealed forever to state
1. Why he was first censured instead of being upheld as the young priests of Limerick were?
2. Why he was first suspended, and why the suspension was removed?
3. Why he was again suspended; and when, why, and by whom the suspension was removed? Candid answers to these questions will remove whatever prejudice may yet remain against the outstanding priest who, with good warrant, held his head high while he freely gave his all for Mother Ireland and human liberty. Whether answered or not. I believe his constancy will bear fruit, and that it will be long again before an Irish priest, young or old, is so inconsiderately treated.
J. J. O'KELLY.
But a growing body of opinion believes the UN is wrong. We will not reach 11 billion by 2100. Instead, the human population will top out at somewhere between 8 and 9 billion around the middle of the century, and then begin to decline.
MORE NEWS: At Sunday’s closing Mass for World Youth Day (WYD) in Panama, it was announced that the next edition of the international festival will take place in Lisbon, Portugal. While there are undoubtedly multiple reasons, Lisbon is less than an hour’s drive from Fatima.
There are an estimated 35 million Mayflower descendants worldwide. As the 400th anniversary of the Mayflower crossing approaches, many people are eager to confirm a genealogical connection to the 50 passengers who left descendants.
TALKS at Rose Hotel Tralee. 30th Jan. at 8pm, Tomi Reichental a holocaust survivor and on Feb. 6th, Stephen James Smith will give talk on Poetry and New Media, more from 068 21074.
CREATIVE Ireland Kerry are having a look at Lixnaw Lost Palace on Sat 2nd Feb. at 11am, more information from Kerry County Council arts section.
ART; Texaco Children’s Art competition in its 65th year, closing date for entries 28th Feb. 2019
CONRADH NA GAEILGE FESTIVAL: Tionól (Irish language and Music w/e) Chontae Luimnigh present the first, hopefully of many gatherings of Folklore, Music, Poetry and History of Abbeyfeale through the Irish Language in Fr. Casey’s Friday, February 8 and Saturday, February 9 with daily admission just €5 per day. The official opening takes place on Friday from 7pm followed by a lecture from Séamus Ó Coileáin from Athea and ending with a traditional music concert with the Murphy family, Riona Ní Churtáin, Denis Curtin and the Flannery Sisters. Saturday’s programme includes lectures, a bilingual walking tour of Abbeyfeale and a traditional music session. All are welcome.
WEDNESDAY PRAYER: Parishioners are invited to gather in the Blessed Sacrament Chapel, Abbeyfeale on Wednesday afternoon at 3p.m to recite the Divine Mercy Chaplet for Vocations to the Priesthood and Religious Life. This prayer meeting will take place every Wednesday.
WRITERS Week competition closing date 1st March 2019.
CONGRATULATIONS to Duagh Girls team on reaching the final of the Allianz Cumann na
mBunscoil League.
ST PIO meeting in Lixnaw; February prayer meeting will take place on the 19th at 7.30pm (3rd Tuesday). The witness will be given by Rachel O’Brien from Tiershannahan Ballyheigue. Rachel is in her 27th year and is recovering from a stroke which struck her 2 years ago.
ARDFERT Retreat Centre Christian Spiritual Development Course-The Beatitudes: Fr. Sean Sheehy, Wednesdays 7-8.30pm; Be Still and Know: Fr. Louis Hughes O.P. Sat. 9th Feb.10am-4pm; Life in the Spirit: Moss & Janice Carrig, Tuesdays - starts Feb. 19th. 7.30-9pm. Bookings: Call 0667134276.
TARBERT BRIDEWELL - Active Retirement Group, have arranged for Garda Paul Murphy to speak on Safety in the Home on Fri. 1st Feb. at 11am in Tarbert Bridewell. Non-members are welcome to attend.
BLOOD DONOR CLINIC: at The Brandon Hotel, January 28th to 31st. Monday from 5pm to 8.30pm.
Tuesday, Wednesday & Thursday from 3pm to 5pm & 7pm to 9pm. Blood Donation is essential to ensure Hospital Patients get the treatment they need. One Donation can save up to 3 Lives. Full details of all clinics and on Giving Blood can be found on www.giveblood.ie or by telephoning 021 4807400 or 1850 731 137
FAIR: Progressive Pathways Fair 2019: The Rose Hotel, Tralee on Wed. Jan. 30th, 12 –6pm.
RAMBLING HOUSE: Listowel Rambling House at Kerry Writers’ Museum takes place on the last Thursday of every month from 9.15 pm.
FRIENDS OF CUAN MHUIRE: A centre of Hope, Welcome and Support for: individuals, concerned families, those who have completed the recovery programme and those in need of help as a result of addiction. Come and see. Enjoy a coffee or tea. A listening ear could calm your fear. 21A Strand Street. Open Monday to Saturday from 10am to 5pm. Phone 087 366 5003.
DIOCESAN PILGRIMAGE TO FATIMA: Led by Fr. Noel Spring. May 10th—17th, 2019. Enquiries to Premier Travel 021 4277700, email norady@premiertravel.ie or Maureen Harty on 066 7131328
CYCLE AGAINST SUICIDE Will visit Listowel Monday 29th April and are looking for Homestay Hosts. Can you donate a bed for one night? CAS need your help to accommodate this year’s cyclists and crew. If you live within a reasonable distance i.e. 20 mile radius from Listowel and can office a bed for 1 night along with a shower/bath facilities and a meal we would be greatly appreciate it.. Please contact: homestays@cycleagainstsuicide.com ‘It’s ok no to feel ok; and it is absolutely ok to ask for help’
VOLUNTERING: Overseas Volunteering Training Course - Open To All! This enjoyable course, run over 4 weekends from Feb to May, is for anybody who is interested in overseas or home volunteering at some stage or who just wants to learn more about global injustice issues and how we fit in. Training covers Community Development, Health, Global Awareness, Mission, etc.and begins on 9-10 Feb in Dublin. Contact Viatores Christi +353-1-8689986 or email apply@viatoreschristi.com for more info.
PATHWAYS FAIR 2019, Have you a disability, illness or additional support needs. Would you like information about Employment, Education, Training and Support options available to you. Come along to the free Event -Progressive Pathways Fair, Rose Hotel Tralee, Wednesday January 30th12 -6pm.Free transport to the event available –check out routes, pick-up points and booking information on www.locallinkkerry.ie
WEEKEND OF PRAYER PRAISE WORSHIP AND HEALING on Saturday February 2nd and Sunday February 3rd 2019 at Charleville Park Hotel, Charleville Co. Cork. Keynote Speaker: Ros Powell (Catholic Christian Evangelist U.K.). Talks: Fr. John Keane CC (Cloyne Diocese); Fr. Tony Emeka MHM (Cameroon); Msgr. Finbarr O Leary (Ecuador Missions)
Admission to the event is Free but pre-booking is necessary. To book please contact: Celia 087 2405568 Mary 087 2898518 Nuala 086 1544075 Tom 087 6468658 Pat 087 2505528.
IS YOUR NAME HARNETT: Back in 2012 a small group of people got together and organised a Harnett Reunion in order to celebrate our name and the fact that the Harnetts are a major part of the fabric of West Limerick history and society. Much to our surprise people joined us from all over Ireland and abroad. Since that time Harnett relatives have visited the area each summer and we have had many requests for another reunion. So we are now planning Harnett Reunion International for July 11-14, 2019. More from HarnettReunion2019 @gmail.com
BIRDS: Geoff Hunt Birdwatching on the Shannon
Posted on 20/01/2019 by glinnews. Thanks to Birdwatch Ireland Limerick Branch.
Huge thanks to Geoff Hunt for leading over 20 people at our outing today. Starting at Tarbert near the ferry we spotted a Mediterranean Gull in a flock of Black-headed Gulls. Then on to the hide outside Tarbert where there was plenty of Shelduck, Widgon, Teal, Curlew, Redshank and 4 Snipe flying along the shoreline to mention but a few. We stopped in Glin next where some of the luckier people saw a Dipper and Kingfisher on the river but they were gone in a flash!! On our way to Robertstown Creek we stopped off at Loghill where a large flock of Lapwing, Dunlin a few Curlew were on the mudflats. After a short time we moved on to Robertstown Creek itself and sitting on it’s plucking post was a Kestral having lunch…a mouse!! In the creek the was a large flock of Golden Plover, some Lapwing, Curlew, Godwit and 4 Little Egrets who flew into a tree, we also got a glimpse of another Little Egret at the opposite side. Great day out and the weather was kind to us.
NOTES: Kerryman 10 -12 1960; Excepts from County notes.
Moyvane had Bazar, first night winner mentioned Mossy Ml Kearney of Kilbaha. Door prize won by Mr Gerald Carmody, son of Mr and Mrs Patrick Carmody, Cuss.
Door prize on second night won by Mrs J Stack, Moyvane South. The best win of the night went to Mr Jas Flaherty, Glin Road Moyvane.
We had 24 hours of rain on Saturday and hailstone and thunder on Sunday.
Prices of pigs sold here considered moderate.
Marriage in Moyvane of Mr Jn. McInerney of Tullyleague, Glin and Miss Mary Bunce of Barrogougeen, Miss Bridget Carr cousin of the bride was bridesmaid.
Extension Dance in Marian Hall on Friday night next.
TARBERT NOTES:
Archbishop E J Fitzmaurice is recovering after treatment in Mallow hospital, he is due to return to USA later. Miss Rosemary Wall staff nurse at Bon Secours Hospital, Ballinmore.
Billards Street League , top men John Colleran, Paul Sullivan and Michael Carmody.
Death of Martin Murphy Shanaway, buried Lislaughtin Abbey.
LYREACROMPANE Notes.
Marriage of Denis Browne, Cloughboone and Miss Bridie Cahill of Dromada.
Marriage of Mr James F ODonnell of Abbeyfeale hill and Miss Eileen Fealy of Toor. Also wed, in Duagh, Mr Jeremiah Mahony of Cordal and Miss Nora Lynch of Dromada.
DEATH of Mr William Dillon of Gurtaclohane.
Parish Hall, a branch of CYMS formed in Duagh and they propose to provide a parish hall and a sportsfield.
Visitors; Tom Horgan accompanied by his wife from Detroit are spending Christmas at Clahane.
Patrick L Buckley has sold his greyhound for substantial sum.
Electricity has arrived at Clahane, East Dromada is still waiting.
Kerryman 1904-current, 04.02.1961, page 18 (Extracts)
Acknowledgements; Mrs Margaret Shanahan of Gortdromagowna, Knockanure and late of Moyvane.
Lung cancer accounted for approximately one-quarter of all cancer deaths in 2018. Helping find a solution to that most deadly disease, Professor Josue Sznitman is engineering a targeted drug delivery system to the lungs that combines inhalation therapy with nano-engineering and magnetic fields.
Local Items from Kerryman
https://northkerry.wordpress.com/2019/01/14/kerryman-notes/
THE BIODIVERSITY STUDY OF TARBERT (2018) - will be launched in the Community Centre immediately after the 11.30am Mass on this Sunday, 20th Jan. This study was undertaken by Biodiversity Consultant, Geoff Hunt at the request of Tarbert Development Association – Tidy Towns. Geoff will be present to discuss his findings and all are welcome to attend.
A Weekend of Praise Worship and Healing in the Charleville Park Hotel, Charleville, Co. Cork on Sat & Sun Feb. 2nd/3rd 2019. Holy Mass and Confessions both days. Speakers include Sr. Josephine Walsh UK, Fr. John Keane Macroom, Fr. Tony Emeka Nigeria, Canon Michael Fitzgerald Mitchelstown, Msgr. Finbarr O Leary Ecuador and more. Admission is free but do book your place on 087 2405568.
ST JOHN’S; Wed 23rd the Petersens Family Bluegrass Band; Thursday 24th The Best of Traditional, and Fri 25th Misses Liffey, more from 068 22566.
DESIGNER MINDS will be running a Primary Science, Design and Technology after-school club in Listowel. 1 hour of fun, hands-on, educational activities each week, for girls and boys who love to design, build and experiment. Starts week of 21st January. Visit www.designerminds.ie or call 087631 0411
OVERSEAS VOLUNTEERING TRAINING COURSE - Open To All! - This enjoyable course, run over 4 weekends from February to May, is for anybody who is interested in overseas or home volunteering at some stage or who just wants to learn more about global injustice issues and how we fit in. Training covers Community Development, Health, Global Awareness, Mission, etc. and begins on 9-10 February 2019 in Dublin. Contact Viatores Christi 01-8689986 or email apply@viatoreschristi.com for more info.
STUDY PROGRAMME OF THE CATECHISM OF THE CATHOLIC CHURCH: Thursday 24th January from
7.30pm – 9pm. Kerry Life and Family Centre, Park Lane Mews, Denny Street, Tralee. Introduction by Máirín Ní Shúilleabháin. This is an information Night only with no obligation to join the study group. 0876590551 Email: kerrylifeandfamily@gmail.com.
SHEP – THE SOCIAL AND HEALTH EDUCATION PROJECT: Two new programmes available in West Limerick, ‘Effective Communication for Better Relationships’ in St Ita’s Hall, Abbeyfeale, begins on Monday, January 28, from 10.00am to 12.30pm for 8 weeks (to March 25). ‘An Introduction to Personal Development’ in the Desmond Complex, Newcastle West, begins on Wednesday, January 3, from 10.00am to 12.30pm for 8 weeks (to March 20). Please contact Adrienne at West Limerick Resources on 087-2773294/aoconnell@wlr.ie for further details and to register your interest.
WORLD YOUTH DAY PANAMA 2019: Panama was announced by Pope Francis as
the host city of World Youth Day 2019 which will take place this month from Tuesday 22 to Sunday 27 January. Pope Francis will arrive at the event a day after it begins and take part from the 23rd to the 27th of January.
PATHWAYS FAIR 2019. Have you a disability, illness or additional support needs. Would you like information about Employment, Education, Training and Support options available to you. Come along to the free Event -Progressive Pathways Fair, Rose Hotel Tralee, Wednesday January 30
th12 -6pm.Free transport to the event available –check out routes, pick-up points and booking information on www.locallinkkerry.ie
TRALEE: LEGION OF MARY: Meetings are held in St. John’s Parish Centre at 2.30pm each Monday. Please join us. All welcome
CHARISMATIC RENEWAL PRAYER GROUP: Each Thursday evening in St. John’s Parish Centre, beginning with the Rosary at 7.45pm. Meeting concludes at 9.15pm.
DIOCESAN PILGRIMAGE TO FATIMA; Led by Fr. Noel Spring. May 10th—17th2019. Enquiries to Premier Travel 021 4277700, email norady@premiertravel.ie or Maureen Harty on 066 7131328
PILGRIMAGES TO MEDJUGORJE: May 21st from Cork or September 11th from Shannon. Accompanied by Fr. Brendan Walsh as Spiritual Director in May. For more information contact Bridie McCarthy on 087 655 4296.
KERRY CLUBS FAIR: Killarney Lions Club in association with Killarney Credit Union, are giving adults in Kerry an easy way to find out about club/activities that they can be part of, free of charge. This event takes place at Killarney Racecourse between 2pm and 5pm on this Sunday January 20th and will showcase 50 clubs and societies that you may like to participate with or volunteer with. Take the first step to new beginnings.
ASYLUM: This information is from Report of the Managing Committee of the Widows and Orphans' Asylum, for the Care and Maintenance of the Destitute Widows and Orphans of the Emigrants of 1847, published in Toronto in 1848.
Rules include: Five o'clock, A.M. Bell to ring for rising. Five to seven, A.M. 1st Inmates to wash and dress, in the evening half-past eight o'clock, P.M. Lights to be extinguished. 627 admitted to the asylum of which 523 were Catholic.
Breakfast Tea and bread on Sunday and portage for the rest of the week; Dinner bread and meat every second day and bread and soup the rest of the days; Supper Bread and tea every day.
When they were closing in 1848 the inmates were given to people of various trades; Joseph Smith age 10 years was given to a farmer; Mary Fitzgibbons age 5 given to a lawyer; Mary Gallagher age 10 to a shopkeeper; Mathew Tierney age 14 to a Physician ; Sally Nowland to a pensioner; Three Harte girls were given to a Rector; Mgt. Feron age 13 to a Schoolmaster; Nora Hays age 12 to a boarding house; Pat Nugent age 12 to a butcher; Pat O Connor age 12 bound to a shoemaker; Ann McCabe to be brought up as his own by Tom Donoghue; Pat Nugent age 12 to be bound to a smith; Maria Mooney age 14 to be paid $1 per month; Jane Williamson to a schoolmaster to get food and clothes for 3 years; Hugh Tierney age 10 bound to blacksmith for 4 years; Catherine Gilgooly to be maintained till 18 years by Rev Rice; John Doyle age 12 to be bound to blacksmith to get food and clothes for 5 years; Several were in charge of Fr Sandell PP; Ann Carroll a widow age 24 went to a farmer for $2 per month.
FROM: From Richard M Doherty. I was just looking at the section on Knockanure and Moyvane Sisters and saw the 3 children of Matt Doherty and Ellen Lyston who became nuns. The latter two I found in the Annals of the Presentation Sisters in Tralee (through the auspices of Fr. Jimmy Kissane - R.I.P.). I am sure I wouldn't have seen these records had he not interceded for me. I will miss my visits with him. He was so interested in the family history. Here is some information from the Presentation Annals:
Kate (or Catherine) Doherty was called in Religion "Sister Mary Austin Joseph of the Sacred Heart" entering the convent on 16 February 1871, took the habit of the congregation on 15 September 1871, and made her profession on 16 September 1873.
Ellen Doherty was called in Religion "Sister Mary David Joseph of the Face of Jesus" entering the convent on 23 February 1869, took the habit of the congregation on 14 September 1869, and made her profession on 15 September 1871.
Obviously, the Loreto Sister would not appear in the Presentation Annals, but I assume that Cyril Jane Doherty was Janette, the youngest child of Matt and Ellen.
STORIES from Schools.
“Long ago people used to fight with blackthorn sticks.”
Long ago people used to fight with blackthorn sticks. About twenty men united and they met twenty others in a certain place, and they fought until the most of the people were killed. That fighting used to be going on in Newtownsandes between people called the Cooleens and the Black Mulvihill’s. They fought after Mass on Sundays, and when they met at fairs and markets they fought also. The parish priest of Newtownsandes often tired to stop the fighting but it was of no use. One Sunday they met in Newtownsandes to fight a terrible battle. They were fighting from about nine o'clock in the morning until about five o'clock in the evening, and at that time one of the Cooleens was dead. That ended the fighting in Newtownsandes. Every other Sunday after that the priest came out in the street after Mass, and ordered all the people to go home, and not to fight any more. The two sides were advised by him, and they never again fought.
Collector- Joe Walsh; Informant- Martin Kennelly, Age 58, Address, Leitrim East, Moyvane Co. Kerry.
Buying and Selling Long Ago
Long ago people used have great trouble and hardship when having to go to fairs and markets as they had not the same means of travelling as they have now. The advent of trains, motors, and lorries, long journeys were done on foot. The bargains at fairs were most amusing as there were many hand-slaps to cut or divide the pound or shilling to complete the sale. Then the buyer and seller with some friends that helped the sale, adjourned to a public house and took a few drinks as a token of friendship. Butter markets were very important, it was made at home and taken to the markets in little casks called firkins. They used get better prices then than now. Other people used carry a bag of potatoes to a shop and bring home their value in goods. Farmers used join in the filling of firkins. They used take it to town and one would get the value the week and the other next week. Drink was very cheap that time, porter was sold for 4D per pint. It was also very hard for the poor farmers going such long journeys to fairs getting up at 2 o'clock and driving their cattle with the aid of lamps, and then having to wait several hours before the buyer would come to them. They used have money made out of leather. There was once a man and he took a load of Oats to Killarney to pay his rent. Once there lived a man and he carried a small black cow with very big horns, when asked by the jobber "how much for the frame", the owner answered "handle bars and all going together". Another man had a very big cow and when asked "how much for the hearse" answered, "all according to how for you have to carry the corpse".
Collector -Kathleen Fitzgerald, Address, Leanamore, Ballylongford, Co. Kerry.
Much more here.
https://www.duchas.ie/en/src?q=fairs&t=CbesTranscript&p=2&ct=CI
Abbeyfeale Cotter https://www.facebook.com/forgottenireland.ie/videos/364689781014058/UzpfSTE1MDE4NDI0MzQ6MTAyMTgxMzk0Mjc1NDYxMzk/
Great Southern Trail
https://mail.google.com/mail/u/0/#inbox/FMfcgxwBVDKpxxBKJBRRSsfJsDxpCPTn?projector=1
March For Life
http://blog.newadvent.org/2019/01/unique-from-day-one-crowds-gather-in.html
OLDER person’s maintenance service is now taking requests for 2019. We provide a low cost maintenance and minor repair service specifically for senior members of the community of North Kerry. Freshen up the rooms of your home for the New Year with a new coat of paint. Prepare your home for the cold weather (i.e. power washing footpaths and driveways). We also offer home cleaning and domestic support. For more information please call 068 23428 or 0873776724.
SCHOOLS: Catholic Schools Week from 27th January- 3rd February.
EUCHARISTIC ADORATION: KNOCKANURE: Tuesday 10am – 5pm; MOYVANE: Wednesday 10am – 7pm.
PRAYER: Week of Prayer for Christian Unity begins on 18th Jan.
WEDNESDAY PRAYER: Parishioners are invited to gather in the Blessed Sacrament Chapel, Abbeyfeale on Wednesday afternoon at 3p.m to recite the Divine Mercy Chaplet for Vocations to the Priesthood and Religious Life. This prayer meeting will take place every Wednesday.
RUN: The Tralee 10 miler will bring together a combination of club athletes and recreational runners over a flat fast course taking in the outskirts of Tralee. Event on Feb. 16th at 10am.
PROGRESSIVE PATHWAYS FAIR: Rose Hotel Tralee, Wednesday 30th Jan 12-6 p.m. Free transport to event: pick up points /booking available on www.locallinkkerry.ie
DESIGNER MINDS PRIMARY SCIENCE WORKSHOP IN LISTOWEL: Starts 21st January for 1 hour for boys and girls. Call 087 6310411.
DIOCESAN PILGRIMAGE TO FATIMA; Led by Fr. Noel Spring. May 10th—17th 2019. Enquiries to Maureen Harty on 066 7131328
BEST WISHES to Athea Comhaltas who will be holding the County Fleadh Cheoil in 2019 after a lapse of 17 years. This will be the ninth occasion holding it in the village, and it will be held over the June Bank Holiday weekend (Friday May 31 to Monday June 3).
HOUSE of Prayer bus on Sat. details from 087 943 0118.
NUTRITIAN for Kids talk at Listowel library 24 Jan at 11 am.
BINGO in the Marian Hall. With your support the committee of the Marian Hall has been able to contribute to many other organisations in the parish over the past year, The School, The Church, The Community Centre etc. Over €100,000 has gone to help other groups who are not in a position to raise funds themselves. This is what communities are about and should be about. Thank you for your support.
BOOK: IN THE SHADOW OF THE MONUMENT – THIS IS A COLLABORATIVE CELEBRATION OF CHILDHOOD MEMORIES PENNED BY PEG KISSANE OF BALLINTOGHER. Peg always wrote down the happy experiences of her childhood in Ballintogher. She stored these gems in the attic till now.
MEDJUGORJE MONTHLY PRAYER MEETING Listowel, Monday 14th at 11am. Straight after Morning Mass in the Parish Meeting Room.
LECTIO DEVINA (SACRED READING GROUP listowel) Resumes after 10.30am. Mass on Tuesday 15th, for less than hour.
WEEKEND OF PRAYER PRAISE WORSHIP AND HEALING on Saturday February 2nd and Sunday February 3rd 2019, at Charleville Park Hotel, Charleville Co. Cork
Keynote Speaker: Ros Powell (Catholic Christian Evangelist U.K.)
Talks: Fr. John Keane CC (Cloyne Diocese); Fr. Tony Emeka MHM (Cameroon), and Msgr. Finbarr O Leary (Ecuador Missions). Admission to the event is Free but pre-booking is necessary. To book please contact: Celia 087 2405568 Mary 087 2898518 Nuala 086 1544075 Tom 087 6468658 Pat 087 2505528.
ASTHMA SOCIETY OF IRELAND: Free Asthma and COPD Advice line. Speak to a specialist nurse over the phone about your or your child’s asthma or COPD. Free phone 1800 44 54 64 between 9am and 5pm Monday to Friday to book an appointment.
CONRADH NA GAEILGE/GAELIC LEAGUE; a branch has been re-established in Abbeyfeale. Members welcome. Further information Éamonn 086 3903244.
ROAD: Road No. L-1022 between Athea & Knockanure Graveyard at the Knockanure Graveyard Cross: From 7.30 a.m. on Tuesday 5th February until 6.00 p.m. on Wednesday 6th February 2019.
The purpose of the road closure is to facilitate the installation of 220KV Joint Bays and Ducting for the ESB Networks.
ST JOHN’S; Wed.16th -The Far Flung Trio an Orchestra; Thursday 17th- Crowman a play by Katie Holly and Fri. 18th Sean Keane in Concert, details from 068 22566.
DIOCESAN NEWSLETTER: is available to download from www.dioceseofkerry.ie This is both a summary of events in our diocese focusing on supporting family life and celebrating the Pope’s visit. Presentations from the WMOF pastoral congress can be viewed on https://
www.worldmeeting2018.ie/en/Programme/Speakers-and-Contributors
EU gives nearly $1 million to mapping Jewish cemeteries.
FIRST Empire: Akkadia was the world’s first empire. It was established in Mesopotamia around 4,300 years ago after its ruler, Sargon of Akkad, united a series of independent city states. Akkadian influence spanned along the Tigris and Euphrates rivers from what is now southern Iraq, through to Syria and Turkey.
DENTAL; Dentistry, granted, is not a topic that often comes up when discussing World War I. But the poor state of working-class mouths – no dental care for most of them – and the difficulties that the very basic army food presented, made the all-consuming pain of acute toothache all too common. So what were the soldiers eating?
https://theconversation.com/biscuit-for-breakfast-trench-warfare-was-hard-on-soldiers-teeth-64457
CHRISTMAS Stories
https://www.duchas.ie/en/src?q=christmas&t=CbesTranscript&ct=CI
Christmas Customs
Christmas Customs
It is an old custom to clean up the house the week before Christmas, to white wash it and paint all the furniture. All the old people like to go to Tralee for the Christmas.
On St. Stephen's day boys flock together and go around with the wren. They dress up in various kinds of clothes and get a dead wren and a bit of holly. They go from house to house and sing and play and dance. The people of the house give them some money and sometimes give them drink.
The old people put up holly around the windows and mottres[?] for Christmas. On the Eve of each holiday candles are lighted through out the Christmas.
Killahan (B.) Location: Killahan, Co. Kerry
Teacher: Liam Ó Leathlobhair
Christmas Night
In the district the preparation for Christmas begin with cleaning and decoration of the house. Sprays of holly, ivy, and mistletoe are used for decorating the walls and windows. Christmas is usually a busy time for the shopkeepers for every housekeeper goes to the nearest town for a supply of provisions and dainties and Christmas candles.
Christmas Eve, one or perhaps two large candles are placed on each window. At nightfall the candles are lighted and the supper is prepared. The table is laid with all sorts of cakes and jams and fruits. Then a big fire is made and a log of bog deal placed in the centre of it - (yule-log). Then all sit down to a delicious meal.
When it is all over and everything in order each person is treated to whatever they wish, whiskey, wine or porter while the children have their own refreshment - limonade, lemon-soda etc. Then where there are musical instruments in the house a few hours of enjoyment follow.
About ten o'clock the rosary is said and all are in bed for midnight.
Collector Nora M. Stack- Address, Lahardane, Co. Kerry
Old Times Christmas
Long ago the people were not as well fed as they are now days. They had to buy meal when there was no flour, and then wet the meal with boiling water and in this way they made the bread. This bread was eaten with a cup of butter milk. There were no ovens or pans for baking but a griddle hung over the fire by means of the pot hanger and in this way the bread was baked in squares. Latter on in years they got a querns for grinding oats, and when it was ground the sieved was got and this used to keep all the shells of the oats, and leave the oaten meal through. They used also make bread from this and this bread was called oaten meal bread. This was given to the people for their dinner. The supper the people used to have that time was to get a fist full of oaten meal and put it in a wooden cup of butter milk and stir it with a piece of a stick. The people had nothing for Christmas but "stampy". It was made a few day before Christmas. They would get the potatoes, and cut them up with a grater. Then they would get a flannel cloth and put the cut potatoes into it. Then they would twist the cloth and the water would come out though the cloth. Then it would be put down to bake, and this would be eaten on Christmas morning.
Collector, Jerry Moloney- Informant, Maurice Shanahan, Address, Liscullane, Co. Kerry.
The Big Wind
In the year 1839 on little Christmas night there was a fierce storm. The people were very happy and enjoying Christmas ; they had the Christmas candles lighted and the night was very calm. At ten o'clock they went to look at the cows and took lighted splinters as candles were very scarce in those days. It was so calm that the splinter kept lighting till they had secured the cattle for the night. Afterwards they went to bed, and were sound asleep when the storm arose at midnight. It was so bad that the people ran out of the houses. The houses were thrown down, cowstalls were flying half a mile away, and cattle were bellowing with no roof over them. The people were screaming for help, and tried to hold on to each other, and were very much exhausted.
The storm lasted till twelve o'clock at night till seven in the morning. Then the people collected and made up little houses that they could sleep in, until a time came when they were able to build their houses once more. Afterwards when people talked of it they used to call it the night of the Big Wind.
Pat Stack, Told by Nurse Stack, Newtownsandes, 62 years.
Top Quotes of Julian of Norwich
Here are some of the lines in this book that most touched me. Hopefully, they help you too. I leave them without commentary.
“For our soul so precisely loved by him that is highest, that it overpasses the knowing of all creatures: that is to say, there is no creature that is made that may know how much and how sweetly and how tenderly our maker loves us… And therefore we may ask our [divine] lover, with reverence, all that we will.” –Julian of Norwich, 6:42-45, 48-49.145 (p. 76).
“Julian teaches us that God wants to be in every circumstance. The more difficult the circumstance, the more crucial it becomes that we seek his presence within it.” –Veronica Mary Rolf (p. 81)
“What difference would it make in our lives if we really sought Jesus within all our experiences? Not just the joyous ones, but the suffering ones, too.” –Veronica Mary Rolf (p. 83)
“Sinne is behovely, but alle shalle be wele, and alle shalle be wele, and alle manner of thing shalle be wele.” –Jesus to Julian of Norwich, 27:8-11.209 (p. 89).
“We must dare to reconceive of ourselves as no longer slaves to sin but as God’s beloved children. By the power of the Holy Spirit, we must learn to feel intimate and ‘homely’ enough to call God our ‘Abba!’ – just as Christ himself did.” –Veronica Mary Rolf (p. 176)
Why the post-Christmas crash happens and how to avoid it...
http://blog.newadvent.org/2019/01/why-post-christmas-crash-happens-and.html
ARDFERT Retreat Centre (0667134276) Christian Spiritual Development Course-The Beatitudes: Fr. Sean Sheehy - Wednesdays - Starts Jan. 16th - 7.30pm to 9pm; Be Still and Know: Fr. Louis Hughes O.P. Sat. 9th Feb. - 10am - 4pm; Life in the Spirit: Moss & Janice Carrig - Tuesdays - starts Feb. 19th 7.30pm to 9pm.
TALK: Bishop Brendan Leahy, Diocese of Limerick, will give a public talk at the clergy assembly on Wednesday Jan 9th 2018. The venue is the Gleneagle Hotel, Muckross Road, Killarney, beginning at 8pm and concluding by 9.30pm. There is no admission fee and all are welcome.
KERRY DIOCESAN PILGRIMAGE TO FATIMA: 10th – 17th May. Led by Fr. Noel Spring, details from Maureen Harty 066 7131328.
SNOOKER EXTRAVAGANSA; Ken Doherty v Steve Davis at the Longcourt Hotel, NCW, in aid of WL102 and Friends of St Ita’s. Thursday, January 10, doors open 7.30pm, show 8pm.
HOLY SPIRIT PRAYER MEETING: Janice and Moss Carraig will lead the Holy Spirit Prayer meeting on the second Sunday of each month in the Desmond Complex. Further information on 087 6174639.
WEEKEND OF PRAYER PRAISE WORSHIP AND HEALING on Saturday February 2nd and Sunday February 3rd 2019, at Charleville Park Hotel, Charleville Co. Cork
Keynote Speaker: Ros Powell (Catholic Christian Evangelist U.K.)
Talks: Fr. John Keane CC (Cloyne Diocese); Fr. Tony Emeka MHM (Cameroon), and Msgr. Finbarr O Leary (Ecuador Missions). Admission to the event is Free but pre-booking is necessary. To book please contact: Celia 087 2405568 Mary 087 2898518 Nuala 086 1544075 Tom 087 6468658 Pat 087 2505528.
PRAYER: Week of Prayer for Christian Unity begins on 18th Jan.
WEDNESDAY PRAYER: Parishioners are invited to gather in the Blessed Sacrament Chapel on Wednesday afternoon at 3p.m to recite the Divine Mercy Chaplet for Vocations to the Priesthood and Religious Life. This prayer meeting will take place every Wednesday.
CONRADH NA GAEILGE/GAELIC LEAGUE; a branch has been re-established in Abbeyfeale. Members welcome. Further information Éamonn 086 3903244.
ROAD: Road No. L-1022 between Athea & Knockanure Graveyard at the Knockanure Graveyard Cross: From 7.30 a.m. on Tuesday 5th February until 6.00 p.m. on Wednesday 6th February 2019.
The purpose of the road closure is to facilitate the installation of 220KV Joint Bays and Ducting for the ESB Networks.
ABBEYFEALE SPORTS COMPLEX BOOKINGS; The newly refurbished hall is available for bookings Monday – Sunday. Ring the office on 068 31799 Monday to Friday 9 -4,
GLÓRACH: Bingo continues on Monday nights at 8.30 pm. Abbeyside Players are currently rehearsing John B. Keane’s The Chastitute and will be on stage on Thursday, January 31, Friday, February 1, Saturday, February 2, Thursday, February 7, Friday, February 8, Saturday, February 9, Sunday, February 10. To reserve your seat phone 087 1383940.
HOLY LAND: Early booking offer - Pay in full before January 28th and get €150 off, Enquiries Jacqueline at Parish Office 068/49308.
PROPOSED PILGRIMAGE TO THE HOLY LAND FALL 2020: Following the success of the lovely pilgrimage to Poland last July our Parish Pastoral Council are looking at organising a Pilgrimage to the Holy Land in the Fall of 2020. Please express your interest by giving your name to Denise ( Listowel Parish Secretary)
TOASTMASTERS: Listowel Toastmasters returns for its first meeting of 2019 on Thursday January 10 at 8pm in the Listowel Arms Hotel. All welcome.
ST JOHN’S: 2nd-31st- STRACFHEACHAINT SIAR. Photography exhibition looking back at events in 2018.
Tues 8th -TWO DAYS, ONE NIGHT. A film by Jean-Pierre and Luc Dardenne. Featuring Marion Cotillard. Sandra has only one weekend to visit her colleagues, and with the help of her husband, convince them to sacrifice their bonuses, so she can keep her job. In association with the First Fortnight Festival. Fri 11th - BRIGID CLEARY- A play by Eve O’ Mahoney, which tells the story of the last witch burning, which occurred in Tipperary in 1895, and examines the circumstances which led to the death of Michael Cleary’s wife.
Tues 15th -THE GUILTY. A film by Gustav Moller. Demoted to a desk job and awaiting a disciplinary hearing, agent Asger is working the night shift in an emergency call room, when he receives a call from a woman who has been abducted, it becomes a race against time to locate her. In association with Access Cinema. Details from 068 22566.
OPEN DAY: Mary Immaculate College will hold its January Open Day on Saturday, January 12 from 10am-1pm. The MIC Open Days showcase the wide range of programmes that the College has to offer. For more visit www.micopenday.ie
JIGSAW KERRY YOUTH MENTAL HEALTH: Jigsaw offers a youth-friendly, free and confidential mental health support service for young people aged 12-25, where qualified mental health professionals work alongside young people, and their families, to address mild to moderate mental health concerns. To contact phone 066 7186785 or email us on Kerry@jigsaw.ie
HISTORY: Ardfert Historical Society Winter Lecture Series continues on Thurs 10 January at 8 pm. ‘Ardfert during the War of Independence’ with Tim Horgan. Donations at door towards upkeep of Ardfert Retreat Centre.
PAPERS: Tralee Mercury 28 January 1832 page 4.
Condensed from paper; Execution of Orangeman. Samuel Waugh convicted of the murder of Alexander Ross on the 12th of July last was brought from Edinburgh, under a strong escort of Ayreshire yeomanry for the purpose of suffering the last punishment of the law. His statement till his dying hour was that his blood and the blood of Alexander Ross law upon the people of Girvan. He said he had no intention of killing Ross, but admitted firing his gun. Another number of the Mercury has details of his trial. An appeal for clemency was sent to London and refused.
Skibbereen Eagle 1882-1922, Saturday, April 02, 1910; Page: 3
A KERRY CRIME RECALLED. THE EXECUTION OF POFF AND BARRETT
The Tralee Correspondent of the " Cork Examiner ". says :—The sacrifice of two innocent lives on the scaffold at Tralee just twenty-seven years ago is recalled by the death, which occurred at Castleisland on Good Friday, of the widow of one of-the victims, Mrs. Poff.
The circumstances connected with that tragedy are still fresh in the public mind. On the 3rd October, 1882, Thomas Browne a respectable farmer residing at Dromultin, between Castleisland and Farranfore, while working in a field within view of his own house was approached by two men, who beckoned Browne towards them, and on his coming near them a short conversation took place, after which five shots were fired into his body and he fell dead. Subsequently, on the information of an old woman named Brosnan, Sylvester Poff and his first cousin, James Barrett, were arrested and charged with the murder. They were brought before the famous Captain Plunkett and remanded, The magisterial investigation, took place on the 13th October and the prisoners were committed for trial to the Winter Assizes in Cork, the principal evidence being that of the old woman Brosnan. They were placed on trial on the 20th December before the late Mr. Justice Barry. The trial concluded on. the 23rd December, when the jury found both prisoners guilty, and they were sentenced to be hanged in Tralee jail on the 23rd January, 1883. Both the condemned men vehemently protested their innocence. While awaiting execution they had the constant ministrations of the Prison Chaplain, Rev. Humphrey O'Riordan, C.C., now the worthy Canon of Cahirciveen, who was convinced of the innocence of both men. A. petition for their reprieve was numerously and influentially signed, but the Foster regime declined the memorial, though, it was an open secret that the authorities themselves were satisfied of the innocence of the accused and actually knew the real murderers after, if not before Poff and Barrett had been sentenced. Amongst the other priests who visited the condemned men in their, cells was; the present Right Rev. Monsignor John O'Leary; then P.P. of Ballymacelligott, who from the pulpit ; proclaimed, the innocence of both men. He referred, to-the extraordinary resignation of both, especially Poff, whose cell, he said, was " like the cell of a dying nun..'' Marwood, the executioner, arrived in Tralee on Thursday, 18 January, and proceeded to superintend the erection of the scaffold, which was done by men. brought down from Dublin. This scaffold was erected within earshot of the cells of the condemned men, who were forced to hear every hammer sound on the structure which was being prepared to launch their innocent souls into eternity. The fateful morning at length came when two more brutal murders were added to the long list of English massacre in Ireland. Both men heard Mass and received Holy Communion, after which Marwood proceeded to pinion them. While the process was going on Poff, in firm voice proclaimed anew, his innocence. "I declare before my God," he solemnly said '' that I am innocent of this murder. I never murdered Browne or took, any part in it; but I forgive them that have sworn against me." Barrett made a similar statement. Both men also left written statements reiterating their oral protestations, adding that not only had they no hand in the murder of Browne but that they did not know who did it, and that they never had anything to do with any crime or outrage in their lives. These protestations of innocence were accepted as conclusive not only by the people in general, whose indignation knew no bounds, but even by the police authorities themselves. As a mark of respect for the memory of the victims, the shops in Tralee and Castleisland were closely shuttered on the day of the double execution. Since then death has called away two of Poff's children. His widow as already stated, died on Good Friday after a lingering illness. Her funeral to Ballymacelligott on Sunday was extremely large and representative of all classes in the community. Mrs. Poff, senior, the mother of Sylvester Poff, and the aunt of James Barrett, though Upwards of ninety years of age is still in good health, and is held in the highest esteem and veneration by all who knew her.
Jan 2019
OPENING: The Credit Union Athea will re-opening on Thursday, January 3rd at 6.30pm.
The AGM of Athea & District Credit Union took place in the office recently. Fr. Duggan opened the meeting with a prayer, Katie O’Sullivan, chairperson, gave a detailed account of the Credit Union. Timmy Woulfe thanked the young and vibrant board of helpers. Eibhlís Geoghegan read last year’s minutes and Mary Ann Stack said they now have 2,200 members and thankfully, to date, Athea have refrained from amalgamation with the larger offices. Founding member Jim Fitzgerald (Moyvane) R.I.P. was remembered and also Jerry Carey R.I.P., founding member.
LIVE CRIB & MEMORY ROOM Duagh, both at the back of the church. People are coming from far and wide to visit and pray there from 10.00 a.m. to 9.00 p.m. daily. Asdee Live crib will be opening again this year on Christmas Eve until the 7th Jan. The crib will be open daily from 10am to 10pm and all are welcome.
LONELY – Senior Help Line 1850 440444 for the price of a local call – open 10 am – 10 pm 365 days a year.
COURSE: Health & Nutrition Course run by the HSE starting Tuesday 8th January for 6 weeks at the Marian Hall 7 - 9pm. This course is free. Please contact Eileen Roche on 087 6679943 to book a place.
ARDFERT Retreat Centre (0667134276) Christian Spiritual Deveopment Course-The Beatitudes: Fr. Sean Sheehy - Wednesdays - Starts Jan. 16th - 7.30pm to 9pm; Be Still and Know: Fr. Louis Hughes O.P. Sat. 9th Feb. - 10am - 4pm; Life in the Spirit: Moss & Janice Carrig - Tuesdays - starts Feb. 19th 7.30pm to 9pm.
TALK: Bishop Brendan Leahy, Diocese of Limerick, will give a public talk at the clergy assembly on Wednesday Jan 9th 2018. The venue is the Gleneagle Hotel, Muckross Road, Killarney, beginning at 8pm and concluding by 9.30pm. There is no admission fee and all are welcome.
KERRY DIOCESAN PILGRIMAGE TO FATIMA: 10th – 17th May. Led by Fr. Noel Spring, details from Maureen Harty 066 7131328.
GLÓRACH: Bingo continues on Monday nights at 8.30 pm. Abbeyside Players are currently rehearsing John B. Keane’s The Chastitute and will be on stage on Thursday, January 31, Friday, February 1, Saturday, February 2, Thursday, February 7, Friday, February 8, Saturday, February 9, Sunday, February 10. Details from 087 1383940.
ANAM CARA: Bereaved Parents Evening Tuesday 8th January at 7.20 p.m. in Recovery Haven, Tralee. Event is free and open to all bereaved parents.
CONRADH NA GAEILGE/GAELIC LEAGUE; a branch has been re-established in Abbeyfeale. Members welcome. Further information Éamonn 086 3903244.
POST BOX; There is a second post box in town – at the side of O’Donoghue’s Flower shop, Abbeyfeale, on Convent St with a collection Monday to Friday at 4.45pm each day.
NEW CD: A new CD was launched by Jim Lyons in recent weeks. The collection is available in Snow’s, Ballingarry; Dillane’s, Kilconlea; O’Connor’s, Duagh and from Ann Lyons, Abbeyfeale. You can also contact Jim on 087-9096085.
SEISIUN: Bruach Na Carraige ,Rockchapel will hold a special Christmas Seisiun on Friday, January 4 at 8pm. Ceoltoiri Sliabh Luachra`s latest DVD "Music from the Manuscripts will be available on the night This DVD contains some of Irelands oldest music from our most famous collectors, including local manuscripts from Dave Dan Curtin from Rockchapel, from his father Dan Curtin whose manuscripts go back to before 1850. It contains an interestingly older layer of Sliabh Luachra music that had vanished from the tradition and it also contains music from the manuscripts of Dave Leahy from Mountcollins who died in 1907.
WEDNESDAY PRAYER: Parishioners are invited to gather in the Blessed Sacrament Chapel, Abbeyfeale on Wednesday afternoon at 3p.m to recite the Divine Mercy Chaplet for Vocations to the Priesthood and Religious Life. This prayer meeting will take place every Wednesday.
MARY Immaculate College will hold its January Open Day on Sat. 12th Jan. 2019 (10am-1pm). The MIC Open Days showcase the wide range of programmes that the College has to offer. For more visit www.micopenday.ie.
Kerry PND Jan Meeting: If you are a mom and needing some extra support after having your baby, please come along to our meeting. Wed 2nd Jan 8pm Library Room, Meadowlands Hotel, Tralee. 086 7872107 for further information. This is a HSE/Listowel FRC partnership project.
SNOOKER EXTRAVAGANSA; Ken Doherty v Steve Davis at the Longcourt Hotel, NCW, in aid of WL102 and Friends of St Ita’s. Thursday, January 10, doors open 7.30pm, show 8pm.
HOLY SPIRIT PRAYER MEETING: Janice and Moss Carraig will lead the Holy Spirit Prayer meeting on the second Sunday of each month in the Desmond Complex. Further information on 087 6174639.
HARNETT INTERNATIONAL REUNION 2019: Calling all Harnetts based West Limerick, North Cork and North Kerry. We are well into planning for our big weekend next July and we’d love you to get involved and be there to meet up with people from all over the world who share your DNA. We have a dedicated email address which you can use to get in touch; HarnettReunion2019 @gmail.com You can follow developments on our FB page too.
REFLECTION: “It’s not about how much you do but how much Love you put into what you do that counts” Mother Teresa
INTERESTED IN PLAYING THE CHURCH ORGAN? The Diocese of Kerry will run an 18 week course in organ tuition for candidates interested in accompanying church choirs between late January and May 2019. Course Facilitator: Mr Patrick Killeen. Candidates must be over 18 and have attained Grade 4-5 piano. Cost of Tuition: €850 per candidate. For more information or for an application form contact: Tomás Kenny, John Paul II Pastoral Centre, Rock Road, Killarney.
Telephone 086 368 3778 or email: tomaskenny@dioceseofkerry.ie
CHINA: Jacobus de Hibernia an Irish Franciscan Friar, travelled to China with Blessed Odoric of Pordenone and other Franciscans, they went by the Black Sea to Trebizond then on to Bagdad and Ormuz to Malabar. They boarded a ship for Zaitum and reached Peking in 1318.
Presentation Convent Cork.
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https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=Vdr3gMIsXkk
Christmas Choir Knockanure 2018
Connaught Telegraph 1830-current, Wednesday, October 17, 1855; Page: 3
THE MUTINY OF THE KERRY MILITIA. The mutiny of a whole regiment, and its continued and steady refusal to obey the orders of its commanding officers, is an event that cannot be considered other than serious, no matter from what cause the insubordination may arise.. When, however, such acts of insubordination arise from causes with which a whole population must sympathise, and when the universal voice of public opinion applaud? the feelings which prompted disobedience as earnestly as it condemns the act of mutiny, the matter assumes a new and more important aspect; and all who regard the well-ordered discipline of the troops, the well-being of the army and the stability of the military character of the empire, become interested in the removal of causes which lead, to such disastrous consequences. A few weeks only have elapsed since a serious disturbance in the Curragh Camp arose from the insolent order that the Catholic band of a Catholic regiment should play the Protestant soldiers to church, while the same military honours were denied to the Catholic soldiers of the same regiment. The matter was hushed up—semi-official denials of the facts were issued, but, nevertheless, the facts were as we state—the discontent was there, the cause was the insult to Catholic soldiers conveyed by the " order," and, though-no actual mutiny resulted, the worst feelings were excited, and a nervousness spread through the camp which resulted in the dispersion of regiments suspected to be tainted. The Kerry Militia have become not only discontented but mutinous from the same sufficient cause of irritation We have copied from one of the Limerick, papers a detailed statement of the facts, which may be stated in a few sentences. . The Kilkenny band was in the habit of playing the Catholic soldiers to mass in Limerick, and while the Kerry Militia was stationed in Tralee, and under the command of Colonel Herbert, the Kerry band played the Catholic members of the corps to mass every Sunday. Accustomed to these military honours while under the direct command of their colonel, the Kerry Militia were surprised and indignant at the usage of the regiment being altered on their arrival at Limerick under the command of another and junior officer, and refused all obedience to his orders. It appears from the accounts in the local papers that the major of the regiment issued an order on Saturday that the Catholics should march to mass on the following day, without military music, and that, thenceforth; the band should not be permitted to accompany them to mass. Sunday came, and the men were paraded as usual. The command to march Was given but the men moved not. Entreaties were used to induce them to return to their wonted subordination, but in vain—they felt that an insult had been unworthily offered, and with the instinct of men, but unmindful of the discipline of the soldier which teaches men to move as pawns upon a chess board at the will of their officers, they refused to comply with an order that was personally offensive, and seemed designed to degrade their faith in the eyes of the public. Passive resistance was the only course resorted to—there was no violence, no insulting language, no breach of decorum. The commanding officer, finding entreaties unavailing, tried threat, but they, too, failed—the Kerries stood on the parade ground as immoveable as statues. The men intimated the cause of their disobedience, but the officer in command having passed the line of prudence could not retreat from the false position he had assumed. The Adjutant-General was sent for by express— the Mutiny. Act was read—the men were "told" that they were under arrest, but still no sign of-a return to discipline was manifested, and the authorities, unable to compel obedience, had to content themselves with the formal punishment of closing the barrack gates against the egress of the mutinous Kerries.
A more palpable violation of military law it is impossible to conceive. Yet it is impossible to inflict punishment on the offenders. The authorities will not venture to tie up to five hundred triangles five hundred Catholic soldiers for resenting an insult to themselves as men and an outrage against the faith they revere. The falling of the cat-o'-nine tails on the backs of the Catholic soldiers for such an offence, however mitigated, such a punishment would seem in the eyes of those conversant with military law and the behests of the Mutiny Act would be the signal for a total change in the whole aspect of the war. Recruiting in, Ireland would end, the fall of the first drummer's lash would sound its death-knell, and discretion tells the authorities that the raw Catholic recruits who now swell the muster rolls of the Irish Militia could not be relied upon to stand by with fixed bayonets, loaded muskets, and cap on nipple, to see the sentence of a Court-martial executed for such an offence on the bare backs of a whole Catholic regiment.
We want the government to look this matter boldly in the face. They know that, according to military law, these men, one and all, incurred the highest penalties. They know, however, that these penalties cannot—dare not, in prudence—and will not, in fact—be exacted. Half the “British" soldiers in the Crimea are Catholics. All the Allied troops are Catholics. The victors of the Malakoff, and the Emperor, whose spirit animated them on the day of triumph, are Catholic. Five sixths of the whole Allied force in the Crimea are Catholic, and we can more easily imagine than describe what the feelings of this great army would be on reading of the sentence and its execution, which a court-martial must inflict it authority ventures to grapple with this Kerry mutiny. Why, we ask, in all good feeling towards the authorities at the Horse Guards-—Why persevere with an order which you cannot enforce? __Why destroy the discipline which is the life and soul of an army with which it is omnipotent for good, without which it is a rabble mob, powerful only for mischief, by issuing orders from which Irish honour and Catholic instinct alike revolt ? If it be an object to make mutiny the rule, this order should be persevered in ; but if it be desirable : that the Catholic citizens should feel that they may wear the military uniform without losing self-respect or abetting a system of insult to the Catholic faith, this order must be rescinded promptly and for ever. —
Freeman.
VOLUNTEERS—We understand that thirty-seven of the Galway Militia have volunteered to join the 88th, and that thirty-three more have given in their names to Captain Yokes, in order to be enrolled in the Land Transport Corps.—Galway Vindicator.
Archaeological Evidence
Many of the archaeological sites we visited on our pilgrimage fix Judaism and Christianity in history. There are the caves at Qumran near the shores of the Dead Sea where nearly a thousand scrolls or fragments of scrolls were discovered beginning in 1947. These are the writings from the Jewish religious sect known as the Essenes, contemporaries of Jesus. The archaeological discovery found copies, in part or in whole, for nearly all the books of the Hebrew Bible, except Esther. More importantly, the 2,000-year-old scrolls show only minor divergences from modern translations of the Old Testament. This proves the many textual critics of the Bible wrong. The text of the Bible has remained intact and substantially unchanged throughout its history.
https://www.crisismagazine.com/2018/modern-science-offers-evidence-for-christmas-story