LANGAN'S HISTORICAL A-Z, INDEX & DIARY BY George Langan

UNKNOWN DILLANE, KILLEANEY, GLIN, CO. LIMERICK By George Langan.

September 27, 2024

DILLANE FAMILY KILLEANEY.

I would like to credit the late Eily Hogan R.I.P., Main St, Glin, Co. Limerick for the information on the Dillane families of Kinard and Killeaney. I would also like to thank the following for their invaluable input – Mary Dillon King, Queensland, Australia, Sarah Mignogna McBride, Peachtree City, Georgia, Margaret Finn, Cairns, Australia. Pauline Buckley, Queensland, Australia. Donie Lyons, Dromreask, Glin, Annie & Jimmy Reidy, Killeaney, Glin.

I have added to their input what information that I know about the families.

UNKNOWN1DILLANE born circa 1800 had four sons that we know of as follows –

I.PATRICK2 DILLANE.

2.MICHAEL2 DILLANE.

3.JOHN2 DILLANE.

4.THOMAS2 DILLANE.

PATRICK2 DILLANE was born about 1825 in Killeaney, County Limerick Ireland and died before 1901 in Killeaney, Glin. He married Margaret Mary Cregan, daughter of Michael Cregan & Bridget Hunt, on May 17th, 1855, in Chapel of Glin. Margaret Cregan was born in 1829 in Kinard, Glin Co. Limerick and died in 1910 in Killeany, Glin. John Wallace at Tullyleague cross was married to a descendant of this Cregan family.

Patrick2 Dillane and Margaret Mary Cregan had the following children:

i. MARY3 DILLANE (daughter of Patrick2 Dillane and Margaret Mary Cregan) was born on Nov 16th, 1855 in Killeany, Glin, County Limerick. Mary died on Oct 10th, 1935 at Dirreen, Athea, aged 78 years, her brother Timothy Dillane from Glin present at her death. On Feb 3rd, 1894, in Glin church, Mary Dillane married Michael Dalton from Lower Dirreen, Athea (Scrathan, local name for Lr. Dirreen), son of Thomas Dalton and Mary Sheahan, the witnesses being – Daniel Scanlon, Dromreask, Glin & Katie Mulvihill. Michael Dalton was born on Apr 1st, 1849, in Direen Athea County Limerick. He died on Jan 27th, 1903, in Dirrreen Athea County Limerick from Hepatic disease, aged 54 years, Matthew Dillane of Killeaney present at his death. Michael Dalton & Mary Dillane had no family. Mary Sheahan was from Knocknagorna and was probably the sister of Mick Sheahan, born circa 1821.

More on the Dalton Family.

Thomas Dalton was born circa 1820. Circa 1842 Thomas married Mary Sheahan, born circa 1821 at Knocknagorna, Athea. Mary died sometime between 1901 and 1911. She was 80 years of age in the 1901 census but not listed in 1911.

Thomas Dalton & Mary Sheahan had the following family –

i. Mary Dalton, Birth: 1843 in Dirreen Athea. On Feb 3rd, 1866, in Athea church, Mary married John Scanlon, aged 28 years of Dromreask, Glin, son of Daniel Scanlon, the witnesses being – Richard Barrett & Thomas Dalton. Mary’s age given as 22 years.

ii. Johanna Dalton. Birth: 1845 in Dirreen, Athea. Johanna married O’Keeffe.

iii. Catherine Dalton. Birth: 1846 in Dirreen Athea. On Feb 22nd, 1884 at Athea church, Catherine Dalton married Patrick Kelly from Gortnagross, Athea, son of farmer James Kelly, the witnesses being – Thomas Kelly & Ellen Dalton.

iv. Michael Dalton. Birth: 01 Apr 1849 in Dirreen, Athea. Marriage: 03 Feb 1894 in Chapel of Glin. Michael married Mary Dillane, Killeaney, Glin as listed above. Michael died on Jan 27th, 1903 in Dirreen Athea.

v. Jacob Dalton. Birth: 1851 in Direen Athea. No further information is currently available.

vi. Thomas Dalton. Birth: 1855 in Dirreen, Athea. No further information is currently available.

vii. John Dalton. Birth: 1857 in Dirreen, Athea. No further information is currently available.

viii. Ellen Dalton. Birth: 1863 in Dirreen Athea. On Feb 21st, 1895, at Athea church, Ellen Dalton married Maurice Ahern from Garrygloss, Athea, son of Michael Ahern, a farmer. The witnesses being – Patrick Ahern & Bridget Scanlon.

ix. Patrick (Paddy) Dalton. Birth: 1863 in Dirreen, Athea. On the night the 1911 Census was taken, Patrick (Paddy) Dalton was a servant at William Barrett’s, Knocknagorna. Paddy’s last place of abode was in a cottage on the right-hand side, a few hundred yards east of Dirreen/Knocknagorna crossroads. Joe Connor’s who was married to Ellie Vaughan from Dirreen lived in the cottage afterwards, a Murphy family lived there after Joe and Billy Collins is the present occupier (Oct 13th, 2022). Just as I edit this account (Oct 19th, 2022) I just heard of Billy’s passing. R.I.P.

x. Margaret Dalton. Birth: Dirreen, Athea. Margaret married Woulfe.

1901 Census for Dalton’s of Dirreen.

Residents of a house 18 in Derreen (Kilmoylan, Limerick)

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Surname	Forename	Age	Sex	Relation to head	Religion
Dalton	Michael	45	Male	Head of Family	Roman Catholic
Dalton Nee Dillane	Mary	34	Female	Wife	Roman Catholic
Dalton Nee Sheahan	Mary	80	Female	Mother	Roman Catholic
Dalton	Patk	34	Male	Brother	Roman Catholic

1911 Cenaus for same family of Dalton’s.

Residents of a house 51 in Derreen (Kilmoylan, Limerick)

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Surname	Forename	Age	Sex	Relation to head	Religion
Dalton Nee Dillane	Mary	55	Female	Head of Family	Roman Catholic
Sheehy	John	45	Male	1st Cousin	Roman Catholic
Sheehy Nee Scanlon	Elizabeth	27	Female	1st Cousin in Law	Roman Catholic
Sheehy	Mary	1	Female	1 and 2rd Cousin	Roman Catholic
Sheehy	Bridget		Female	1st and 3rd Cousin	Roman Catholic

As can be seen from the 1911 Census the Dillane’s, Sheahan’s and the Sheehy’s were intermarried. The Sheehy’s came from Templeathea East. John Sheehy as in above census was born on March 25th, 1866 the son of Bryan Sheehy & Mary Dillane.

Mary Dillane was from Killeaney but from what I can gather she was not related to Mary Dillane who married Michael Dalton, but then again, I wouldn’t be surprised if she was.

The Mary Dillane that was married to Bryan Sheehy was a grand-aunt to Margaret Dillane who married Thomas Moloney, Glenalappa, Moyvane. Thomas married into the Dillane place in Killeaney. Margaret Dillane was a 1st cousin to Mary Sheahan who married Jimmy Lyons of Dromreask, father of Donie Lyons.

John Sheehy, son of Bryan, married Elizabeth (Lizzy) Scanlon from Dromreask, a neighbour of mine. Their son Mick Sheehy married his neighbour, Mary ‘Molly’ Sheahan. Mary died in 1999. Mick’s son Larry Sheehy and myself attended the Tech school in Abbeyfeale together in the 1960’s.Bryan Sheehy died on Feb 6th, 1876 aged 53 years, Rodger Sheehy, Templeathea present at the death.

Along with John, Bryan Sheehy had a son Thomas Sheehy born on Dec 8th, 1864 at Templeathea. There could have been other siblings.

Bryan Sheehy had a brother John Sheehy born circa 1846 as per 1901 Census hereunder – Their father was Rodger Sheehy.

1901 Census – Residents of a house 2 in Templeathea East (Glenagower, Limerick)

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Surname	Forename	Age	Sex	Relation to head	Religion
Sheehy	Rodger	80	Male	Head of Family	Roman Catholic
Sheehy	John	54	Male	Son	Roman Catholic
Sheehy Nee Dalton	Mary	54	Female	Wife	Roman Catholic
Sheehy	James	35	Male	Son	Roman Catholic
Sheehy	Rodger	26	Male	Son	Roman Catholic
O’Connor	John	14	Male	Servant	Roman Catholic

1911 Census for same family.

Residents of a house 29 in Templeathea East (Glenagower, Limerick)

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Surname	Forename	Age	Sex	Relation to head	Religion
Sheehy	John	65	Male	Head of Family	Roman Catholic
Sheehy Nee Dalton	Mary	65	Female	Wife	Roman Catholic
Sheehy	Rodger	31	Male	Son	Roman Catholic
Sheehy	Rodger	96	Male	Father	Roman Catholic
Brosnahan	Bridget	28	Female	Servant	Roman Catholic

On Feb 20th, 1912 Roger Sheehy, aged 39 years, son of John Sheehy & Mary Dalton, (Mary Dalton was from Upper Athea) married Hanora (Nonie) O’Sullivan aged 33 years, daughter of Patrick O’Sullivan, Knocknagorna, Athea. the witnesses being – William Dalton, Upper Athea and Mary Dalton, Knocknagorna. In fact, Roger was older, he was born on Dec 9th, 1871.

John Sheehy, son of Roger married Mary B O’Sullivan, daughter of John Sullivan, Knocknagorna on Sept 3rd, 1940, witnesses being Patrick Sheehy & Mick O’Sullivan. Their son Kieran Sheehy R.I.P. was married to Hannah Roche, Templeathea.

Mary B. O’Sullivan was the niece of Hanora (Nonie) O’Sullivan that was married to Roger.

Sheahan’s of Knocknagorna, Athea.

We have a Mick Sheahan born at Knocknagorna circa 1831. Mick had a son John Sheahan from Knocknagorna, who on June 6th, 1876 at Duagh church married Mary O’Connor from Rathoran, Duagh, Co. Kerry, the witnesses being John O’Connor & James Sheahan. Mick’s brother Patrick Sheahan lived with them as per 1901 and 1911 Census.

1901 census – Residents of a house 31 in Knocknagornagh (Kilmoylan, Limerick)

Surname	Forename	Age	Sex	Relation to head	Religion
Sheehan	John	70	Male	Head of Family	R Catholic
Sheehan Nee O’Connor	Mary	40	Female	Wife	R Catholic
Sheehan	Michael	22	Male	Son	R Catholic
Sheehan	Johana	23	Female	Daughter	R Catholic
Sheehan	Mary	20	Female	Daughter	R Catholic
Sheehan	Catherine	19	Female	Daughter	R Catholic
Sheehan	Bridget	17	Female	Daughter	R Catholic
Sheehan	Ellian	15	Female	Daughter	R Catholic
Sheehan	John	10	Male	Son	R Catholic
Sheehan	Patrick	65	Male	Brother	R Catholic

1911 Census – Residents of a house 2 in Knocknagornagh (Kilmoylan, Limerick)

Surname	Forename	Age	Sex	Relation to head	Religion
Sheahan Nee O’Connor	Mary	60	Female	Head of Family	Roman Catholic
Sheahan	Johaana	29	Female	Daughter	Roman Catholic
Sheahan	Michael	28	Male	Son	Roman Catholic
Sheahan	Mary	26	Female	Daughter	Roman Catholic
Sheahan	Bridget	24	Female	Daughter	Roman Catholic
Sheahan	John	19	Male	Son	Roman Catholic
Sheahan	Patrick	80	Male	Brother in Law	Roman Catholic
Moloney	Cornelius	32	Male	Servant	Roman Catholic

Michael Sheahan 28 years in above census – on Feb 8th, 1921 at Duagh church, Michael married Margaret Harnett from Rathoran, Duagh, the witness being – John Sheahan & Catherine O’Connor.

Michael & Margaret had a son Sean Sheahan who was in Knocknagorna in my time and was great friends with my mother.

John (Jack) Sheahan aged 19 years in above census moved to Lower Athea and was married twice. On Feb 28th, 1922, at Athea church, John Sheahan married Mary Stack, Lower Athea, daughter of John Stack, the witnesses being – John Barrett & Katie Windle. John married into the Stack place. Mary Sheahan nee Stack died on Feb 27th, 1924, from lymphatic sepsis during puerperium, 10 days (about 1 and a half weeks) certified, her widower John Sheahan present at her death. They had one daughter Mary (Bi Bi) Sheahan who worked for years at Jimmy Collins’ shop in Athea. The story has it that my grandfather Paddy Langan went in there one day for a pound of 5-inch nails and all Bi Bi had was 6-inch ones. She says to Paddy, ‘cant you cut them’, I will says Paddy if you cut the price. On another occasion Paddy was in there and called for a pint of Guinness. Bi Bi left a big collar on the pint so Paddy asked for a whiskey which he then poured into the pint. Bi Bi said to him ‘you owe me for a pint and a whiskey, I don’t says Paddy cause if you filled me a proper pint the whiskey wouldn’t have fitted. Jimmy Collins happened to walk in on the situation and by all accounts got a great laugh from it. So, it seems Bi Bi and Paddy never saw eye to eye. Bi Bi remained single in life.

On Feb 28th, 1933, at Abbeyfeale church, John Sheahan, widower, married Hanoria Harnett, daughter of Michael Harnett, a farmer, from Dromtrasna O’Brien, Abbeyfeale, the witnesses being – John Sheahan & Hannie McCarthy. John had another daughter Bridie Sheahan from this marriage who married John (Jack) Stackpoole from Aughrim. Bridie died in July 2009. John died On Oct 20th, 2021, at Lr. Athea, aged 91 years.

Donie Lyons was telling me that his father Jimmy was related to the said Sheahan’s, he thinks it was through the Hudson’s, Kilbaha.

ii.MICHAEL3 DILLANE (son of Patrick2 Dillane and Margaret Mary Cregan) was born in 1857 in Killeany, Co. Limerick. He died on Aug 8th, 1912 in Wolfram, Queensland, Australia. He married Bridget Catherine Ryan on Jun 26th, 1901 in Cairns, QLD Australia.

Michael Dillane & Bridget Catherine Ryan had the following child:

i. TESSIE4 DILLON was born about 1901 in Queensland, Australia. She married ROBERT CLARKE.

Robert Clarke & Tessie Dillon had the following children:

i. LESLIE5 CLARKE.

ii.CARMEL CLARKE.

iii. MARY CLARKE.

iv.? CLARKE.

v.CLARKE.

vi.? CLARKE.

vii.? CLARKE.

viii.? CLARKE.

iii.PATRICK3 DILLANE (son of Patrick2 Dillane and Margaret Mary Cregan) was born in 1859 in Killeaney, Glin. He died on Jun 13th, 1923 in Queensland, Australia.

Notes for Patrick Dillane:

He was accidentally killed on the railway line at Kalunga near Herberton. The cause of death was a fractured skull. There was a Magisterial Inquiry held into the accident on July 18th, 1923 at Herberton.

iv.DENIS3 CREGAN DILLON (note the change of name) (son of Patrick2 Dillane and Margaret Mary Cregan) was born in 1860 in Killeaney, Co. Limerick, Ireland. He died on Apr 12th, 1955 in Kowrowa, near Kuranda QLD Australia. He married Bridget Elizabeth Noone on May 1st, 1887 in St. Monica’s Catholic Church, Cairns, QLD Australia. She was born in 1863 in Lizamacool, Elphin, Roscommon. She died on May 27th, 1949 in Cairns, QLD Australia.

Notes for Denis Cregan Dillon:

He is buried in the Cairns Cemetery No. 6980 455 Catholic

His sponsors were John Enright and Ellen Cregan.

He came on the ship Almora with a William M. Dillane. On the shipping list the age given is 19 years, for each of the boys.

His selected land was on the railway line, between Kuranda and Koah. The general area was originally called Oakland, but later was changed to Oakforest. The immediate area was known as Dinner Pocket, but also refereed to as Welcome Pocket.

Denis Cregan Dillon and Bridget Elizabeth Noone had the following children:

i. PATRICK JOSEPH4 DILLON was born on 09 Nov 1887 in Hambledon Plantation, Cairns. He died on 20 Feb 1920 in Cairns, Queensland Australia.

ii.MARY MONICA4 DILLON was born on 06 Sep 1889 in Welcome Pocket, near Kuranda QLD Australia. She married James Tooher on 08 Jul 1912 in Cairns Queensland Australia.

iii. THOMAS MARTIN4 DILLON was born on 09 Nov 1891 in Welcome Pocket, near Kuranda QLD Australia. He died on 26 Sep 1967 in Innisfail, Queensland, Australia. He married Elizabeth Davis on 03 May 1916 in Innisfail, Queensland, Australia. She was born on 18 Feb 1896 in Mareeba, Queensland, Australia. She died on 12 Jul 1990 in Innisfail, Queensland, Australia.

Thomas Martin Dillon and Elizabeth Davis had the following children:

i. THOMAS PATRICK5 DILLON was born on 17 Mar 1920 in Cairns, Queensland, Australia. He died on 07 May 1945 in Tarakan, Borneo.

Notes for Thomas Patrick Dillon:

He was buried several times first at Tarakan War Cemetery.

ii.OWEN THOMAS5 DILLON. He died on 05 Jun 1918 in Queensland, Australia.

iii. NEIL DENIS DILLON5 was born in Nov 1918. He died on 26 Dec 1918 in Queensland, Australia.

iv.ROBERT GEORGE5 DILLON was born on 01 Sep 1921 in Mareeba, Queensland, Australia. He died on 04 Jun 2015 in Innisfail, Queensland, Australia. He married Mary Drummond Relf on 22 Jun 1946 in Cood Council Church Innisfail Queensland Australia.

Robert George Dillon and Mary Drummond Relf had the following children:

i. PRIVATE MALE6 DILLON was born in 19..

ii.PRIVATE FEMALE6 DILLON.

iii. PRIVATE MALE6 DILLON. He married PRIVATE ?

Private Male6 Dillon and Private ? had the following child: i. MALE7 DILLON.

iv.PRIVATE MALE6 DILLON.

v.PRIVATE MALE6 DILLON.

vi.PRIVATE MALE6 DILLON.

vii. PRIVATE FEMALE6 DILLON.

viii. PRIVATE FEMALE6 DILLON.

iv.DENIS CREGAN4 DILLON was born on 19 Jul 1896 in Welcome Pocket, near Kuranda QLD Australia. He died in 1985.

v.MARGARET ( MADGE)4 DILLON was born on 26 Mar 1902 in Welcome Pocket, near Kuranda QLD Australia.

v.THOMAS3 CREGAN DILLON (son of Patrick2 Dillane and Margaret Mary Cregan) was born in 1863 in Killeany, Glin. He died on Jul 20th, 1938 in Cairns, QLD Australia.

Notes for Thomas Cregan Dillon:

He is buried in the Cairns Cemetery No. 3533, Catholic W2

vi.JOHN3 DILLANE (son of Patrick2 Dillane and Margaret Mary Cregan) was born on 28 Apr 28th, 1865 in Killeany, Glin. He died about 1866 in Killeaney, aged 1 year old.

vii. MATTHEW3 DILLANE (son of Patrick2 Dillane and Margaret Mary Cregan) was born on Apr 19th, 1867 in Killeaney, Glin. He died on Apr 2nd, 1952 in Killeaney, Glin. He married ELLEN O’CONNOR. She was born on Oct 30th, 1867 at Killeaney, Glin, daughter of James O’Connor and Mary Cregan. (Matthew and his brother Timothy hereunder, married the two O’Connor sisters) Ellen died on Feb 13th, 1941 in Killeaney, Glin.

Matthew Dillane and Ellen O’Connor had the following child:

i. PATRICK4 ‘Bobby’ DILLANE was born on Oct 23rd, 1903 in Killeaney, Glin. He died on Nov 3rd, 1988 in Killeany, Glin. He married Mary Ellen O’Brien. She was born in 1913 at Tenakilla, Ballyhahill. Her family had a shop at what’s known locally as O’Brien’s cross. She died on Feb 14th, 1991. Patrick ‘Bobby’ Dillane & Mary Ellen O’Brien had one son in family, namely, Mathew ‘Matty’ Dillane who remained single in life. Matty got Paddy Michael O’Connor’s farm in Killeaney

Matthew ‘Matty’ Dillane died on 24th October 2021 and was fondly remembered by his cousins The O’Brien family, The Hill, Ballyhahill, formerly of Tenakilla, The Enright family Glin, formerly of Marian Place, Glin and the Dillane family. Matthew is buried in Kilfergus cemetery

viii. TIMOTHY3 DILLANE (son of Patrick2 Dillane and Margaret Mary Cregan) was born on Nov 16th, 1869 in Killeany, Glin. He died on Mar 17th, 1946 in Glin. Timothy married Margaret O’Connor, daughter of James O’Connor & Mary Cregan, in 1905 in New York, U.S.A. She was born on Nov 1st, 1870 in Killeaney, Glin. She died on Mar 28th, 1951 in Glin.

Margaret O’Connor Dillane with her parents and siblings.

Notes for Timothy Dillane:

He joined the Immaculate Conception May 25th, 1902.

Timothy Dillane & Margaret O’Connor had the following children:

i. PATRICK4 DILLANE was born on Feb 8th, 1906 in New York, U.S.A. He died on May 23rd, 1969 in Glin, Co. Limerick. He married Nora ‘Fada’ Culhane from Tullyleague, Glin. She died on Feb 17th, 1989 in Glin. Nora’s father was John Culhane and her mother was Bridget Walshe from Leitrim, Moyvane. Nora was aged 1 year in Census hereunder.

1911 Census for ‘Fada’ Culhane’s.

Residents of a house 17 in Tullyleague (Kilfergus, Limerick)

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Surname	Forename	Age	Sex	Relation to head	Religion
Culhane	John	60	Male	Head of Family	Roman Catholic
Culhane Nee Walshe	Bridget	45	Female	Wife	Roman Catholic
Culhane	Mary	12	Female	Daughter	Roman Catholic
Culhane	Michael	10	Male	Son	Roman Catholic
Culhane	Eliza	8	Female	Daughter	Roman Catholic
Culhane	Patrick	7	Male	Son	Roman Catholic
Culhane	Maurice	6	Male	Son	Roman Catholic
Culhane	Catherine	4	Female	Daughter	Roman Catholic
Culhane	Bridget	3	Female	Daughter	Roman Catholic
Culhane	Nora	1	Female	Daughter	Roman Catholic

ii.MARY4 DILLANE was born on Jan 9th, 1907 in New York, U.S.A. She died on Sep 14th, 1908 in Glin, Co. Limerick.

iii. MARGARET4 DILLANE was born on Jun 4th, 1910 in Glin. She died on Dec 8th, 1973 in Glin. On Oct 27th, 1931 at the church of St. Joseph, Limerick city, Margaret Dillane from Main St. Glin, daughter of Timothy Dillane a labourer, married Michael Finn, a tailor from Glin, son of Patrick Finn deceased labourer, the witnesses being – Martin Loughnane, Church St. Glin & Norah Cunningham from Newtownsandes (Moyvane). Michael Finn was born on 15 Nov 1901 in Ballingary, Co. Limerick. He died on Jun 1st, 1955 in Glin. Michael Finn lived at Creagh St, Glin.

More on the Finn family.

We have a Patrick Finn, Ballingarry, Co. Limerick, born 1863, died 1918 at Ballingarry, son of John Finn. On Feb 16th, 1898 at Newcastle church, Patrick married Mary Woulfe from Newcastle, daughter of labourer, John Woulfe. (I have a Mary Woulfe born at Crataloe on March 26th, 1866 to John Woulfe & Hanora Mahony. (I’ve never seen Cratloe, Athea spelt with two A’s.)

Patrick Finn & Mary Woulfe had the following family –

i. John Finn born on Nov 19th, 1899, died after 1901.

ii. Patrick Finn born Oct 1900, died 1918.

iii. Michael John Finn born on Nov 15th, 1901, died June 1st, 1955 at Glin, Co. Limerick. Michael married Margaret Dillane. (See hereunder)

iv. Christopher Finn, born on June 12th, 1903, died in Scotland.

v. Joseph Finn born on March 19th, 1906.

Michael John Finn & Margaret Dillane had the following children:

i. SEAN5 FINN was born on Jan 18th, 1932. He died on Oct 26th, 1979. Sean married Private Fitzmaurice from back around Beale, Ballylongford. They had no family.

ii.Private Femalet5 Finn. She married Private Bryan and they live in Cairns, Queensland, Australia.

iii. Private Male5 Finn was born on Mar 23rd, 19..

iv.Private Male5 Finn.

iv.MICHAEL4 DILLANE was born on Mar 13th, 1912 in Glin. He died on Sep 12th, 1912 in Glin, Co. Limerick.

v.MARY4 DILLANE was born on Mar 17th, 1915 in Glin. (2nd Mary to be born) She died on Dec 1st, 1993 in Glin, Co. Limerick. She married Patrick Normoyle in Church of the Immaculate Conception, Glin. He was born on May 20th, 1898 in Glin and died on Apr 15th, 1981 in Glin. They lived in a place known locally as Normoyle’s Lodge that’s located close to the ruins of the old castle. I was reliably informed that this family of the Normoyle’s were related to the Dromreask Normoyle’s, 2nd, or 3rd, cousins.

Patrick Normoyle & Mary Dillane had the following 3 children:

i. PRIVATE MALE5 NORMOYLE was born in 19.. in Glin, Co. Limerick.

ii.PRIVATE FEMALE5 NORMOYLE was born on Jan 31st, 19.. in Glin, Co. Limerick. She married Private Molloy in 19.. in Barefield, County Clare. He was born on Oct, 19.. in Galway.

Private Male5Molloy & Private Normoyle had a family.

iii. JOHN NORMOYLE. John got killed while the family were on a visit to Belfast, Co. Antrim. Apparently, John fell from a window and was fatally injured.

More on the O’Connor’s.

James O’Connor from Cahera, Glin and Mary Cregan from Tullyleague, Glin were married on Feb 4th, 1862. Family from that union as follows –

1.Brigid O’Connor 1863-1899. Married James Lynch, Chapel Lane, Rathkeale and had the following family – Catherine, Hannah, Mary, Patrick & James Lynch.

2.Mary O’Connor born 1864.

3.Catherine O’Connor born Jan 19th, 1866.

4.Ellen O’Connor born Oct 30th,1867-1941. Married Matthew Dillane b April 18th, 1867 Killeaney, Glin, son of Patrick Dillane and Margaret Cregan and had one son Patrick Dillane 1903-1988. (see Mathew Dillane above)

5.John O’Connor 1869-1906 John married Mary (Moll) Sheahan and had the following child – James Frances O’Connor, born Aug 3rd 1908. Moll (Mary) Sheahan b1877. (Daughter of Ned Sheahan & Mary Mulvihill) Moll was baptised on January 13th 1877 at Glin RC Church her sponsors being Patrick Sheahan (her uncle) and Catherine Morgan (sister of John (Jack) Morgan, Glenagragra. On Feb 22nd, 1906 at Glin church Moll married John O’Connor from Cahera, Glin, son of James Connors & Mary Cregan, the witnesses being Thomas Cregan & Ellen Sheahan. John who was nicknamed ‘The Buachaill’ got killed following an accident with his horse and cart somewhere near Aughrim cross, Moyvane. They had one son in family – James Francis O’ Connor

6.Margaret O’Connor 1870-1951. Margaret emigrated to New York, married Timothy Dillane, born 1869 in Killeaney, Glin, brother of Matthew who was married to her sister Ellen. (see Timothy Dillane above)

7.Thomas O’Connor 1871-1955 married Johanna Scanlon 1871-1955, Kinard, Glin, daughter of Patrick Scanlon 1832- and Margaret (Peg) Aherne 1832-1916 from Dirreen, Athea. Margaret (Peg) Aherne’s father was William Aherne1807-1874 and her mother was Johanna Shine 1810-1907. William Aherne’s father was James Aherne. Johanna Shine’s father was John Shine 1789- and her mother was Margaret Kelly 1789-1874.

Thomas O’Connor & Johanna Scanlon had the following children –

i.Mary O’Connor 1908.

ii.Margaret O’Connor 1909.

iii.James O’Connor 1910.

iv.Patrick O’Connor 1912.

v.Johanna O’Connor 1913.

vi.Bridget 1915.

vii.Thomas O’Connor 1916-1994 who married Margaret Lynch 1929-2019 from Tarbert, Co. Kerry. Their son Tom (Tony) O’Connor is in regular contact with me and has given me much information on his family.

8.James O’Connor 1875-1953, James married Lawlee from Glin, no children.

9.Edward Edmond (Ned) O’Connor 1877-1956. On Sept 11th, 1906 at Athea church, Edward, aged 25 years, a tailor, married Elizabeth Butler aged 33 years, the witnesses being – John & Katie McGrath. The Butler’s lived in Athea, on the same laneway (rear of Griffin’s butcher’s) as Dr. Philip McGrath. Elizabeth’s father was Francis Butler born 1828 and died from pneumonia in Athea on Nov 20th,1883, his wife Ellen Butler present at his death. Francis was a shoemaker by trade and his line of work must have brought him to Athea, from whence he came I have no idea. Francis was married twice, his first wife was Mary Riordan from Athea. Mary lived lived where Mikie McMahon had his butchers stall, formerly Moran’s, Mikie was married to a daughter of Mick Moran from Clash, Athea. Francis’ second wife was Ellen Keane from around Knockanure/Gale bridge area. Elizabeth was born on Nov 4th, 1879, which would indicate that the age given on her marriage certificate (33 years) is incorrect. Ellen Butler died from senile decay on Nov 21st, 1923 at Athea, aged 88 years, her daughter Johanna Danaher present at her death. On Sept 26th, 1903 at St. Michael’s church, Limerick city, Johanna Butler, Athea married John Danaher, aged 38 years, a shopkeeper from Athea, son of Maurice Danaher, a deceased farmer, the witnesses being – Michael Riordan, Athea and her sister Elizabeth (Lizzie) Butler. Johanna Butler was born on April 15th, 1867 in Athea to Francis Butler & Ellen Keane. There was a son John Butler born on Oct 4th, 1864 to the same parents which means Francis was married firstly to Mary Riordan and by all accounts they had a family, all of whom must have emigrated. The only family of Riordan’s that I can locate in Athea is a Martin Riordan, his wife Johanna and their son Michael, who must be the Michael Riordan who was a witness to the marriage of Johanna Butler & John Danaher, as above and 1901 Census hereunder. Martin may have been a brother to Francis Butler’s first wife Mary Riordan.

Census Year 1901 for Riordan’s, Athea.

Residents of a house 36 in Athea (Rathronan, Limerick)

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Surname	Forename	Age	Sex	Relation to head	Religion
Riordan	Martin	71	Male	Head of Family	Roman Catholic
Riordan	Johanna	64	Female	Wife	Roman Catholic
Riordan	Michael	20	Male	Son	Roman Catholic

1901 Census for Butler’s, Athea.

Residents of a house 7 in Athea (Rathronan, Limerick)

Surname	Forename	Age	Sex	Relation to head	Religion
Butler Nee Keane	Ellen	54	Female	Head of Family	Roman Catholic
Butler	Lizzie	19	Female	Daughter	Roman Catholic

1911 Census for Butler’s & O’Connor’s, Athea.

Residents of a house 17 in Athea Town (Pt. of) (Rathronan, Limerick)

Surname	Forename	Age	Sex	Relation to head	Religion
Butler Nee Keane	Ellen	74	Female	Head of Family	Roman Catholic
O Conner	Edward	35	Male	Son in Law	Roman Catholic
O Connor	Lizzie	30	Female	Daughter	Roman Catholic
O Connor	James	4	Male	Grand Son	Roman Catholic
O Connor	John	3	Male	Grand Son	Roman Catholic
O Connor	Mary	1	Female	Grand Daughter	Roman Catholic

Edward O’Connor & Elizabeth Butler had the following family –

i.James O’Connor. James born on July 11th, 1907, emigrated to Philadelphia, U.S.A. He was married twice without issue, firstly to Dolores Walsh and secondly to Anne Lyons from Abbeyfeale, Co. Limerick.

ii.John Joe O’Connor. John Joe born Nov 1st, 1908, married Ellen Barry from Brosna, Co. Kerry without issue. They ran a drapery shop in Athea, namely, ‘The Reliable’. John Joe was known locally by that name.

iii.Marie O’Connor. Marie born July 19th, 1910, emigrated to Philadelphia, U.S.A. where she married Jim Carroll and had three children. From what I can gather Jim wasn’t Irish born.

iv.Ellen Ita O’Connor born on July 11th, 1912.

v.Thomas Patrick O’Connor born on Nov 9th, 1913

vi.Margaret (Pig) O’Connor born on Nov 17th 1915, married Joe Healy, Glin.

vii.Edward (Edsie) O’Connor. Edsie born June 11th, 1918, married Margaret (Peg) Griffin from Glenagragra, grand daughter of Mary Feury. They had a shop in Athea and later ran the Post Office there. (I spoke with Peg and her daughter Majella today, Jan 12th, 2023)

viii.Patrick (Pa) O’Connor. Pa, born post 1921, remained single in life, had an electrical shop in Athea. He was very much involved in the Gaelic Athletic Association. (G.A.A.)

2.MICHAEL2 DILLANE (son of Unknown1 Dillane) was born about 1841 in Killeaney, Glin and died there on Feb 16th, 1924. He married Catherine Culhane about 1863 in Glin church. She was born in 1841 and died on Nov 28th, 1920 in Killeaney, Glin. Catherine was one of the Dan ‘Mikeen’ Culhane’s from Turraree cross.

Michael2 Dillane & Catherine Culhane had the following children:

i. MARY3 DILLANE (daughter of Michael2 Dillane and Catherine Culhane) was born on Nov 11th, 1863 in Killeaney, Glin.

ii.MICHAEL3 DILLANE (son of Michael2 Dillane and Catherine Culhane) was born on Jan 24th, 1866 in Killeany, Glin.

iii. PATRICK J3 DILLANE (son of Michael2 Dillane and Catherine Culhane) was born on 31 Aug 31st, 1867 in Killeany, Glin. He died on Dec 28th, 1943 in Cambridge, Middlesex, Massachusetts, USA. Patrick married Ellen Normile. She was born on Apr 15th, 1868 in Killeany, Glin to James Normile & Ellen Dalton. She died on Jan 24th, 1962 in Cambridge, Middlesex, Massachusetts, USA.

Patrick J Dillane & Ellen Normile had the following children:

i. WILLIAM JOSEPH4 DILLANE was born in 1895. He died in 1970.

ii.JAMES4 DILLANE was born in 1897. He died in 1925.

iii. THOMAS PATRICK4 DILLANE was born in 1901. He died in 1960 in U.S.A.

Thomas Patrick Dillane had the following child:

i. PRIVATE5 EMMETT Dillane.

iv.CATHERINE4 DILLANE was born in 1904. She died on Jun 30th, 1970 in U.S.A. She married DANIEL BOWEN.

Daniel Bowen and Catherine Dillane had the following child:

i. PRIVATE5 BOWEN.

v.HELEN4 DILLANE was born in 1909. She died in U.S.A.

iv.THOMAS3 DILLANE (son of Michael2 Dillane and Catherine Culhane) was born on Aug 25th, 1869 in Killeaney, Glin. He died on Jan 29th, 1903 in Cambridge, Middlesex, Massachusetts, USA.

v.DANIEL3 DILLANE (son of Michael2 Dillane and Catherine Culhane) was born on Nov 1st, 1871 in Killeaney, Glin. He died in 1926.

vi.JAMES3 DILLANE (son of Michael2 Dillane and Catherine Culhane) was born on Aug 2nd, 1875 in Killeany, Glin. He died in Ireland.

vii. JOHN3 DILLANE (son of Michael2 Dillane and Catherine Culhane) was born on Aug 2nd, 1875 in Killeaney, Glin, twin of James.. He died in 1925 in U.S.A ?.

viii. MATTHEW3 DILLANE (son of Michael2 Dillane and Catherine Culhane) was born on Apr 9th, 1879 in Killeany, Glin. On July 20th, 1924 at Ballyhahill church, Mathew Dillane, aged 47 years, married Bridget Mulvihill, aged 28 years from Coole, Glin, the daughter of Cornelius Mulvihill & Catherine Wallace – the witnesses being Patrick F.O’Connor & Mary Mulvihill. Mathew died in 1952 in Killeaney.

Matthew Dillane & Bridget Mulvihill had the following family of 3 –

i.Michael ‘The Blessed’ Dillane. When Brouder’s land in Coole was divided Michael got the two-storied house there. Michael was married to Wallace from Tullyleague, Glin. I knew Michael well.

ii.Kathleen Dillane.

iii. Mary Dillane.

During the Lenten season of 1937 the Glin Dramatic Class staged the play ‘Conn the Shaughraun’ with the following cast that included two of the Dillane girls –

Claire Fiolhott……………..Miss Peg Becknell.

Art O’Neill…………………..Miss Kathleen Dillane.

Moya Dolan………………..Miss Mary Dillane.

Mrs. O’Kelly………………..Miss Anna Walsh.

Fr. Dolan…………………….Mr. Pakie Culhane.

Conn the Shaughraun…..Mr. William Culhane.

Captain Molyneaux……..Mr. T. Culhane.

Robert Fiolhott……………Mr. Padraig O’Cearbhaill (Carroll)

Corry Kinsella………………Mr. Donal O’Carroll.

Harvey Duff…………………Mr. John Mangan.

Sergeant……………………..Mr. Thomas Mangan.

Biddy Malone………………Miss. Bridget O’Sullivan.

Producer & Coach………..Mr. Thomas O’Reilly.

More on the Mulvihill family.

We have Daniel Denis Mulvihill, whom we suspect was a Kerryman, born circa 1815 who on Feb 16th, 1854 at Glin church, married Catherine (Kit) Dillane, Killeaney, Glin. Possible parents Michael Dillane & Catherine Culhane. Family that we can locate 3 as follows –

1.Cornelius Mulvihill born circa 1864 who on Dec 7th, 1893, at the age of 29 years, married the widow Catherine Wallace nee Pierce, aged 35 years, from Coole, Ballyhahill, daughter of Garreth Pierce, the witnesses being Timothy Dillane & Katie Mulvihill. Catherine’s first marriage was on Feb 16th, 1881 at Kilcolman church to Dan Wallace, aged 25 years, from Coole, son of Michael Wallace, a farmer, the witnesses being – Patt McGrath & Ellie Donovan. Catherine’s address is given as Duncaha which is in the parish of Kilcolman. Family of Cornelius Mulvihill & Catherine Wallace 3 as follows –

i.Katie Mulvihill. On Feb 17th, 1920, Katie married Paddy Ruddle, Turraree, son of David Ruddle, the witnesses being – ? Ruddle & Katie Mulvihill. Katie went by the nickname of ‘Katie Con’

ii.Mary Mulvihill. On June 28th, 1927 at Ballyhahill church Mary Mulvihill, aged 29 years, married Peter Desmond, aged 30 years, son of Daniel Desmond from Kilmichael, Co. Cork, the witnesses being – Denis Desmond & Mary O’Connor. Peter was a creamery manager at the Cork & Kerry creamery in Turraree. (The creamery was later burned down over a dispute between the milk suppliers) I think he went to Athea creamery after that.

iii.Bridget Mulvihill. (See Matthew Dillane above)

iv.Gareth Wallace (stepson)

v.Michael Wallace (stepson)

vi. Ellen Wallace, (stepdaughter) born on Jan 6th, 1882 and died on Dec 11^th, 1952 at Rigo Park, Long Island, New York. Ellen emigrated to the U.S and married Denis Cregan from Clogough, Glin, son of Denis (Denny Tom) Cregan & Ellen Dillane. Denis was the great granduncle of Sarah Mignogna McBride who is in touch with me in a regular basis and has given me the family history of Denis Cregan. Denis Cregan was born on April 3^rd, 1883. He married Helen (Ellie) Wallace on June 21^st 1908 in Manhattan, U.S.A. Denis died on Oct 9^th, 1956 at Middle Village, Queens, New York.

Ellen Wallace & Denis Cregan had the following family of 4 –

i.Denis 1909-Aug 13th,1909. 1909.

ii.Helen Eileen Cregan, born April 4^th, 1910 in New York city. Married James O’Brien (son of James O’Brien & Mary A. Doran of 631 Leonard St) in New York city on Aug 28^th, 1939. Helen died on Aug 25^th, 1993 at Hicksville, Nassau, New York, aged 83 years. Family of 2 girls.

iii.Catherine Cregan, born on April 4^th, 1912 in Queens, New York, died 1969, New York.

iv.Adelaide Cregan, born Oct 5^th, 1915, New York City. Married George Arthur Swenson on Nov 3^rd, 1939 in New York city. Died Dec 18^th, 1990 at Hicksville, Nassau, New York, aged 75 years. George was born on June 25^th, 1910 New York City to August Swenson & Blenda Petterson New York, died Sept 11^th, 1988 in Medford, Suffolk, New York. Family of 2 girls.

2.Daniel Mulvihill born on Oct 18th, 1868.

3.Thomas Mulvihill born on Jan 20th, 1871.

Daniel Denis Mulvihill died on March 26th, 1898 aged 83 years, his daughter Katie Mulvihill present at his death in Tinakilla. Catherine (Kit) Mulvihill died on May 29th, 1921 at Killeaney, her grand-daughter Mary O’Connor present at her death.

1901 Census for Cornelius Mulvihill family.

Residents of a house 1 in Tinnakilla (Fleanmore, Limerick)

Surname	Forename	Age	Sex	Relation to head	Religion
Mulvihill	Cornelious	40	Male	Head of Family	Roman Catholic
Mulvihill Nee Wallace

Nee PierceCatherine44FemaleWifeRoman CatholicMulvihillCatherine7FemaleDaughterRoman CatholicMulvihillBridget6FemaleDaughterRoman CatholicMulvihillMary2FemaleDaughterRoman CatholicWallaceMichael18MaleStep SonRoman CatholicWallaceGarret17MaleStep Son

ix.WILLIAM3 DILLANE (son of Michael2 Dillane and Catherine Culhane) was born on Jan 2nd, 1881 in Killeany, Glin, Limerick, and died at Killeaney. William Dillane, son of Michael a farmer, got married on March 4th, 1924 at Newtownsandes church to Catherine Scanlon, Leitrim Middle, (mail road cross) daughter of Thomas Scanlon, the witnesses being – Patrick O’Connor & Annie Scanlon.

William and Catherine had the following family of 3 –

i. Michael Dillanewho remained single. I knew Michael very well, I used to draw the turf home for him from the ‘Burma’ bog in Blaine, Athea in 1970 and ‘71.

ii. Maureen Dillane, who remained single in life had a shop in Main St. Glin whom she inherited from her parents. Her father’s aunt had the shop originally and her mother and father moved in with her following their marriage. Maureen’s mother was great at sewing, having served her time at Carol Henegan’s in Listowel.

iii.Kathleen Dillane married Walsh from Kilcolman, Ardagh, Co. Limerick. not verified)

x.CATHERINE3 KATE DILLANE (son of Michael2 Dillane and Catherine Culhane) was born on Aug 28th, 1882 in Killeany, Glin. She died in 1920.

xi.MAURICE3 DILLANE (son of Michael2 Dillane and Catherine Culhane) was born on April 9th, 1879 at Killeany, Glin. He married Mary McGrath.

3. JOHN2 DILLANE. (son of unknown1 Dillane.

No information to date on John.

4. THOMAS2 DILLANE. (son of unknown1 Dillane)

No information to date on Thomas.

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Prendeville Peg, Glenbawn, Ballyhahill….winner of the All Ireland ‘Short Story’ competition, entitled ‘Childhood Memories’ on June 15th,,1992, organised by the I.C.A. Limerick Leader Sat July 4th, 1992. irishnewspaperarchives.com

Prendeville Peg, Poem – Have You Ever in, W/O Wed May 10th, 1995. Poem – On a Summer’s Morn, W/O Wed May 17th, 1995.

Prendeville Peg..Is Santa Real W/O Dec 11th, 1996.

Prendeville nee Faley Peg, Glenbawn, Ballyhahill….reply to my questionnaire of Feb 17th, 1997.

Prendeville Peg.….first Knockdown News in A.P.N.

Prendeville Peg, Poem The Race Night in Knockdown W/O Nov 18th,1998.

Prendeville Peg..……The Gang From Knockdown.

Prendeville Peg...Knockdown news Jan 1999.

Prendeville Peg, Knockdown News April 17th, 1999

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Prendeville Peg…March 28th, 2023… Knockdown News

Somebody in the Knockdown Vintage Committee has a strong link to the weatherman. They could not have got a more pleasant day, last Sunday, for their annual run in aid of their three chosen charities, Dromocllogher Respite Centre, Friends of St. Ita’s and Abbeyfeale District Search and Rescue. From early morning bikes, cars and tractors started coming, together with throngs of people, some laden down with food, all eagerly looking forward to a great day. And so it was. To me, an onlooker, it looked to be the biggest yet with all parking spaces used up in no time at all. They stretched from Ta Mullane’s house over past the shop, pub and on to the Spa hill junction. Everybody was in good humour, some meeting up with people they had not seen since this time last year. All were offered tea, sandwiches and goodies. There was music, raffle prizes, auctions and banter, all adding up to a great day for the area. Great credit goes to the hardworking committee who puts in hours and days of hard work to ensure success. Long may it continue.

On May 2nd, 2023…Says Peg Peg Prendeville in her column, Knockdown News, in the Athea & District News – I was delighted to hear the cuckoo loud and clear during the week. A real sign of summer, I think. As we enter into summer my mind always goes back to the summers I spent in Athea with my Aunty Mary and all the Falahees. Aunty Mary’s birthday was April 30^th, May Eve, so with her in mind I include the following poem which I wrote years ago although I am aware I have used it a few times….

Summer Memories

Oh the memories come flooding back and my eyes fill up with tears

At the thoughts of those summer holidays with my cousins through the years.

Tea in bed on Sunday morning – Auntie Mary was so kind,

How I loved my days in Templeathea, they’re forever in my mind.

To replenish the spring water to the well we used to go,

With a bucket on each handlebar so we travelled nice and slow.

We picked blackberries by the gallon as we walked along the way,

Sure we made our own small fortune when we sold them in Athea.

Once a week we took a walk to the Graveyard and Holy Well

To say a prayer for all the souls whom we knew would never tell

Of all the laughs we used to have between the headstones playing hide,

Sure we often broke the silence there, bringing smiles to those who died.

Drawing home the wynds of hay brought the greatest of delight,

That we could scarcely sleep with excitement on that night,

At the thought of all the fun we had with that lovely horse and float

Our legs dangling at the back, as we sang our glad hearts out.

And in the very hot days to the river we would race,

Having begged poor Auntie Mary ‘til she gave in just for peace.

Our clothes off in a jiffy we took no notice of the cold,

As we paddled, splashed and kicked around. ‘Twas worth more than any gold.In the evenings after milking to the ‘Bridge’ we went along

With a pint of milk for Breege and Jose, God rest them now – they’re gone.

And if there was a sudden downpour, then Uncle Peter hurried down

To make a dam outside their door for fear that they would drown.

In the evenings we gathered round the fire and looked forward to a stroll

From any of the neighbours who might have stories to be told.

They thrashed out the price of turf and hay and gave out about the weather.

We young children listened, eagerly, not caring which nor whether.

When, too soon, the night was over and it was time for bed,

After a slice of bread and tea the Rosary was said.

We all knelt down to say our prayers and thank God that life was good,

We looked forward to the day ahead and more fun to be had.

But now alas we have grown up and those times are in the past

We’ve left behind those carefree days, we knew they couldn’t last.

I know that times are better now than when we lived hand to mouth,

But, I feel sorry for the children now, as I think they’re missing out

Peg Prendeville… May 30th, 2023 wrote the following poem.

Sounds of Summer

Rocking in my garden seat, Creaking gently to and fro

Watching life continuing on, Like a stream in constant flow.

Listening to the chirping birds, Busy at their daily tasks

The leaves are whispering in the breeze, A honey bee goes buzzing past.

A tractor drones in a neighbour’s field, Boasting of a busy day

Taking advantage of the sun, Cutting silage, turning hay.

A cow concerned for her calf, Calls him back with a gentle moo

The clothes are flapping on the line, Peaceful times like this are few.

Children play out on the lawn, Sending out their squeals of joy

Laughing, singing, cheering on, Their playmates in a rugby try.

I close my eyes to appreciate, The restful sounds that I can hear

It’s easy to believe in God, When His presence is so near!

Prendeville Peg, Glenbawn…..Poem…

On a Summer’s Morning

The curlew calls way up in the sky,

The cuckoo’s song comes back in reply,

The cattle are lowing on their way to the barn;

Sounds on a summer’s morning.

The perfume of hay just recently cut,

The scent of the flowers as they open up,

The sterile fresh air as it sweeps in the dawn;

Smells on a summer’s morning.

The rustle of leaves in the pure gentle breeze,

The chirping of birds making nests in the trees,

The turf machine promises “I’ll keep you warm;”

Sounds on a summer’s morning.

The cloudless blue sky with its streamers of white

Whispers to us of its traffic all night,

The gorse all ablaze, the spray of whitethorn;

Sights on a summer’s morning.

Flower gardens resplendent in colours so bright,

Grasses all glistening from the dew of the night,

Bathed in brightness, all lovely and warm;

The world on a summer’s morning.

Heart light and airy, the world’s at peace.

With each breath of air all my worries cease,

God is in Heaven – the devil I scorn

Thoughts on a summer’s mornin

Prendeville Peg…taken from her Knockdown News column on Athea & District News of Feb 20th, 2024.

A bit of poetry this week to get away from the troubles of the world at the present time.

Recently I wrote the following poem:

Home by the Kerryline

The Kerryline from Glasha to Blaine

Feels like home to me

As I travel along this country road

I am swamped in memories

Of growing up in the Mountain Home

The house where I was born

Where the Faleys lived for many years

And worked hard from early morn.

A small thatched house with two bedrooms

No water or electric light

A well down in the meadow

Water drawn home before each night.

Three generations were born here

And thrived in the mountain air

All happy and contented

With no time given to despair.

Memories keep coming

As I pass by Glasha Lake

My mother at the open fire

Baking me a birthday cake.

The murmur of people in the bog

Footing on the famed round bank

Or pikes of dried hard black ciarans

Heaved into the lorry of Mick “Gol Dang”.

Oh yes I’m carried back the years

To this place where I belonged

I think of Higgins, Langans and Falahees

Windles, Daltons Lynches and Longs.

So as I drive though this Kerryline

It brings solace to my heart

And tho I left it years ago

I never really did depart.

For in this little valley

With hills on either side

It’s like I’m wrapped in mother’s arms

And it’s here I want to hide.

Safely cuddled in her embrace

With kind neighbours all around

Their gentle presence is still felt

In this sacred boggy ground.

I sent it to George Langan who replied in verse as follows:

(we will include George’s reply next week)

George Langan’s reply to Peg’s poem from last weeks issue

Ah yes indeed Peg, the sweet Kerryline

Where oft-times we roamed, in the sweet summertime

Down the bog road, from your old mountain home

Where times long ago, the memories were sown

In that whitewashed house, humble and clear

Echoed the sounds, of laughter and cheer.

Where once was a bog-hole, there’s now a bright lake

The sign of the times, how my heart it dot break

And the well in the meadow, we can no longer see

Surrounded by spruce, and the conifer tree

God rest your dear gran, she was Bridge Faley White

Who worked like a beaver from morning till night

And the lads cutting turf, on the famous round bank

Bill, Paddy, Mick, Danny, and Danaher ‘The Yank’

Higgins and Langan’s, and the Falahee boys,

The Lynch’s and Dalton’s, those familiar eyes

Many years have since passed, since you moved away

But your heart still remains, where the grouse once held sway

Many neighbours are gone, but their presence remains

In that haven of peace, where love it sustains

And as the Kerryline carries us, both on our way

Within our young hearts we long for to stay

We remember the ‘Bard’, see the imprint of his toes

Inspiring us daily, these lines to compose.

George Langan

Abha Bhán Players

Nights are busy in the Parish Hall

As preparations are under way

Setting up the stage and checking lines

Rehearsing for the play.

The cast of ten are busy

And a little nervous too

Preparing for the opening night

Of a The Tomb with a View.

It is a comic thriller

With many funny lines

Be prepared for twists and turns

As you sort out the crime.

Guaranteed you will go home

With stitches in your sides

From laughing at the antics

Of this group from Abha Bhán side.

Bookings will be ready soon

So make sure and mark the date

Of the four shows in April

And be warned, don’t be late!

The first two weekends in April

Are the dates to book

So spread the word and get there fast

To find out who’s the CROOK.

“A Tomb with a View,” written in the 1970s by Norman Robbins

Just imagine a dark evening in late autumn. Rain and fog restrain the view, you can hardly see a couple of inches far. At the end of the long driveway that you are passing, a stately mansion, surrounded by a huge, old garden, is rising. It occurs to you quite soon that this pleasant garden with its rosebushes and marigolds holds a couple of dark secrets. The garden belongs to Monument House, which is the residence of the venerable Tomb family. After weeks of waiting, the time has come: The will of Septimus Tomb, the deceased head of the family, is to be read out.

You will have to be present in Ballyhahill Hall to find out what happens afterwards. April 5,6,12 and 13, 2024.

Prendeville Peg…February 28th, 2024, Knockdown News…..

In Knockdown all the background work is taking place in preparation for the Patrick Langan Memorial Run on March 24^th. This successful annual vintage day promises to be bigger than ever this year to honour Patrick who, with Dave Noonan, was the founder of the club. This year the proceeds are in aid of two very worthy charities:

Mid-Western Cancer Foundation UHL and Parkinson’s Association of Ireland. (Mid-West Branch). All support will be appreciated.

The Kerryline is getting great attention this past week. Mike Ruttle, at the Ballyhahill Rambling House last week sang a song Paddy Faley wrote about The Sweet Kerryline. This was on top of my own attempt followed by George Langan’s poem. It seems it is dear to the hearts of many.

Prendeville Peg….Knockdown News, March 26th, 2024, taken from Athea & District News.

by Peg Prendeville

In spite of the miserable weather last Sunday a huge crowd turned out for the Patrick Langan Memorial Vintage Day. As usual there was a great atmosphere, tons of food, loads of prizes as well as all the tractors and cars. No doubt there will be lots of photos and reports in the local papers. Well done, once again, to the small, but totally dedicated, committee for all the hard work put into the preparation.

I attended the play in Athea last Saturday night and was very impressed with the acting. There were great laughs and a few interesting twists in the play “Turning Mammy”. Very enjoyable.

It is all systems go for the Abha Bhán Players as they put last minute touches to the set for their play which is totally different in content but has many laughs also. The group recently purchased and installed permanent stage lights in the Hall which will be there for future events and productions. These make this great facility in our parish even more precious. Tickets are selling fast for the four performances of A TOMB WITH A VIEW on April 5, 6, 12 & 13, so if you have not already booked your ticket do so now on

086-8458821 or 069 82106 ( business hours)

Cash only. No card.

Prendeville Peg....Poem….Glin Library, W/O Oct 29th, 2025,

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September 18, 2024

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Ambrose Con, Ballyhahill…died Dec 2022…Con was a past chairperson of the Gerald Griffins Ladies Football club. His wife Helen is the local correspondent for the Weekly Observer and Limerick Leader newspapers.

Ath Na gCorp, Clounleharde, Ballyhahill, plaque unveiled on Sunday August 18th, 2024…The following account by Peg Prendeville on Athea & District News, Knockdown News which can be accessed in Athea.ie .

Photo By George Langan Aug 17th, 2024.

Photo By George Langan Aug 17th, 2024.

Ballyhahill Christmas Party 2000 By Paddy Faley..W/O Dec 20th, 2000.

Ballyhahill Half-Set Dancers, won the County Limerick Final of Ceol an Gheimhridh at Ardagh…Photo – Weekly Observer Wed Jan 29th, 1992 p11. Photo includes – Jim Fitzsimons, Mairead O’Connor, Peg Prendeville & Jim Scanlon with musician, fiddle player, Roger O’Sullivan.

Ballyhahill National School.…A lively weekend is in store for the village of Ballyhahill writes Peg Prendeville…. who will be celebrating the 150^th anniversary of the old school which is now the Parish Hall. On Saturday July 13th, 2024, evening Mass will be celebrated by Fr Mikie O’Connor at 5pm after which everybody will be invited back to the Hall for refreshments and music. But the main emphasis will be on old school pals meeting up and exchanging stories – good and bad. A little booklet has been put together also to commemorate the occasion. Well done to the committee members who have been working hard in the background to organise the event.

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Ballyhahill N.S. 24-06-02 By Paddy Faley.

Ballyhahill Notes...George Langan’s Book on Glenagragra

Brouder Coleman…June 22nd, 1994…Death of Coleman Brouder, Rathangan, Co. Kildare. Coleman was originally from Castlequarter, Ballyhahill. (Known locally as, Brouder’s at the White River)

Brouder Con, England and Castlequarter/Gortadromma, Tribute to By Paddy Faley – A Pleasant Meeting.

Brouder Mrs Margaret…Thursday Oct 1st, 1987…death of Mrs. Margaret Brouder, Gortnadroma,. Ballyhahill, mother to Raimey, Joe etc. Buried in Kilcolman cemetery.

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Brouder Raimey…poem to Paddy Faley

Chawke Catherine…Sept 12th, 1963…Death of Catherine Chawke nee Walsh, Clounleharde, Ballyhahill.

Clounleharde Massacre by Pelham’s forces, led by a man by the name of MacShane at Ath Na gCorp on March 12th, 1580. Weekly Observer, Wed Feb 28th, 2024. (see also Áth na gCorp)

Clounleharde….Poem, The Praises of Clounleharde written by my kinsman Micheal Og O’Longain. This was given to me by the late Thomas Michael Feury (Buddy) of Glenagragra, Glin that he recited for me verbatim during one of my many visits to his homestead. (See O’Longain Micheal Og)

The Praises of Clounleharde.

My fickle fancies and inclinations oft times did lead me from place to place

I’ve been prone to ramble by perambulation while life remains I shall never cease.

One day per chance while for recreation to view the beauties of this verdant lawn

In deep reflection, I chanced to stray through the pleasing landscapes of Clounleharde.

As if enchanted my senses scattered when I beheld the surrounding scenes

While abundant nature clad every meadow with vernal robes of delightful green

Each airy silver and each nymph and eagle each comely Saturn silver fawn

Are always sporting with sprightly motion through the pleasing landscapes of Clounleharde.

But in vain my efforts towards delineations the super subject of my infant thyme

Crown pagan Rick and that oration would not be adequate to paint the same

Oh hath I the eloquence of famous Cicero or like Juvenis or Mercury at dawn

Or like Jesurius could I paint the muses I’d write the beauties of Clounleharde.

‘Tis there you’ll see the thrush and blackbird wild goose and eagle and well fed stare

The jolly huntsman with his hounds and horn the fox the rabbit and the bounding hare

Its sterling springs are of the best spa-water, which my fond verses can be debarred

In spacious providences scattered wildly the blissful rarities of Clounleharde.

You’ll see the lark, the linnet, snipe, curlew and seagull the joyful songsters of the liquid air

The crake, the cuckoo, with gentle voices, the honest pheasant in her park doth cheer

The friendly neighbours or participators of the alterations of each other’s gains

While the numerous herds o’er the fields are grazing to crown the beauties of that rural swain

Abundant cares with all her graces for my dear subject has such regard While each yellow Autumn and yearly season smiles with complacency in Clounleharde.

It was there famed Daveron was by Goldsmith pictured and all the beauties this place can vie

The fields of Elysian whom poets treat of in super couplets of sweet poetry

Or the beauties of old Tara’s green or the splendour prospect of Rathcrahane

Cannot bear a ratio in point of beauty to the charming landscapes of Clounleharde.

Pray-gentle editor will you excuse me for many a defect this may comprise

Let friendship glow within each poets bosom rather pity such than criticise

A noble genius a joyful Tyro a humble scholar and a fearless bard

Can raise you up to famed Parnassus’ steps and paint you more pleasingly sweet Clounleharde.

Cummane Mairead...An Older Person…W/O June 1999.

Dillane John Joe., Dromagarraun, Ballyhahill and Glasha, Athea…died Jan 1990…buried in Templeathea Cemetery….Tribute to by his 1st, cousin, Paddy Faley….Weekly Observer, Jan 24th, 1990….Dillane John Joe., Dromagarraun, Ballyhahill and Glasha, Athea…died Jan 1990…buried in Templeathea Cemetery….Tribute to by his 1st, cousin, Paddy Faley….Weekly Observer, Jan 24th, 1990….

An Evening with John Joe By Peg Prendeville…

Dillane Martin, Clounleharde, Ballyhahill, Co. Limerick (son of Patrick Dillane & Ellen Liston) was born on 27 Nov 1895 in Kinard, Glin Co. Limerick. Martin Dillane, like his father before him, was a tailor and lived in Clounleharde, Ballyhahill. (Next to the school) I knew him well. I drew home the turf for him from Spa Hill bog back in 1970. On April 29th, 1930 at Ballyhahill church, Martin married Ellen (Nell) Enright, daughter of Mick ‘The Bram’ Enright, Clounleharde, the witnesses being –John Dillane & Bridget Quinn. Ellen died in 1988 aged 90 years. Martin and Ellen had a family of 5.

Egan Michael (Mick), Clounleharde, Ballyhahill married CATHERINE DILLANE as follows – Catherine Dillane was born on 18 Nov 1893 in Kinard, Glin Co. Limerick. She died on 24 Feb 1947 in Clounleharde, Ballyhahill County Limerick, aged 54 years. On April 25th, 1931, Catherine, aged 38 years, married Michael (Mick) Egan, aged 45 years, from Clounleharde, son of John Egan, a deceased farmer, the witnesses being – Thomas Egan & Margaret Kelly. Michael Mick Egan was born on April 9th, 1886, to John Egan and Margaret Dillane. Margaret was the daughter of Thomas Dillane, Kinard, Glin.

Egan Thomas, Clounleharde, Ballyhahill, Co. Limerick...(son of Mick Egan & Catherine Dillane above) was born on 28 May 1892 in Clounleharde, Ballyhahill County Limerick. He died in 1971. Married to Nora O’Connor, Clounleharde. Tom Egan and his wife Hanora (Nora) O’Connor lived for a time in the two-storied brick house before relocating, along with his family to Finnoe, Ballyhahill. In Irish Genealogy.ie Thomas Egan, address given as Glenbawn, Ballyhahill, got married on March 17th, 1942, to Hannah O’Connor who was also from Glenbawn, Ballyhahill, daughter of John O’Connor, the witnesses being – Pat Finucane & Peggy O’Connor. The townlands of Glenbawn and Clounleharde are located side by side. In fact Clounleharde School is in the townland of Glenbawn. Paddy Dunne formerly of Glenbawn and now Clarecastle, Co. Clare and myself had a good chat today Feb 2nd, 2023 about the subject matter.

Enright John, Glenbawn, Ballyhahill, Co. Limerick…John Enright married Elizabeth Leahy on Feb 8th, 1877 at Newtownsandes church, Elizabeth being the daughter of James Leahy, Carruaragh, Listowel, the witnesses being – John Costello and Margaret Enright.

Enright Liam,…Sat Sept 10th, 2022…burial of Liam (Liz) Enright, Clounleharde at 97 years of ageOn Feb 19th, 1870 at Athea church, .

Enright Margaret, Clounleharde…Aug 26th, 1962…Death of Margaret Enright, Clounleharde, Ballyhahill. (the Liz Enright’s, mother of Liam above)

Enright Mick ‘The Bram’, Clounleharde, Ballyhahill, Co. Limerick….Mick ‘The Bram’ Enright was born at Clounleharde on Sept 27th, 1867, son of John Enright & Margaret Ahern. On Jan 20th, 1889 at Ballyhahill church, Mick who was aged 22 years, married Catherine Walsh, Clounleharde, daughter of labourer John Walsh, the witnesses being – Thomas & Bridget Enright.

Enright Paddy, Killeaney Beg, Ballyhahill, Tribute to… Weekly Observer June 26th, 1996.

Gerald Griffin’s Junior Football Team, Tribute to By Paddy Faley W/O Oct 11th, 1995.

Gerald Griffin County Junior Champions Dec 1996 By Paddy Faley.

Gerald Griffins U12 1997 By Paddy Faley.

Gerald Griffin’s Ladies By Paddy Faley, W/O Oct 18th, 2000.

Hayes Sonny & Daisy, Clounleharde….Sonny & Daisy Hayes, who were unmarried lived together at the home farm in Clounleharde, in a long avenue east of Clounleharde school. They had a brother Ned Hayes who married Mulcaire from Turraree and they settled in Mohernagh, Ballyhahill. I mowed many a filed of rushes for Sonny back around 1971 with tractor and mowing bar.

Hynes Paddy, Curra, Ballyhahill, death of in Jan 1998…tribute to By Paddy Faley.

Kelly Hellen, Moohernagh, Ballyhahill, Co. Limerick, Tribute to By Paddy Faley. Helen was a member of the Dublin All Ireland winning Junior Football team who defeated Clare in the final. Daughter of Joe Kelly. Weekly Observer Wed Nov 8th, 1989.

Leahy John & Eileen (Eily,) Kilmihil, Kilmallock & Clounleharde…Fatally injured in a Road Traffic Accident at Grange on Sept 10th, 1998. Eily nee Behan from Clounleharde and John from Tournafulla. Report in Limerick Leader Sat Sept 19th, 1998 http://www.irishnewspaperarchives.com Poem to their memory By George Langan W/O Sept 1998 as hereunder.

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Liston Patsy, Moyreen, Publican…died on Wed July 25th, 1990. Many’s the time I was in his premises with my grandfather Paddy Langan in the late 50’s early ’60’s as we travelled the Kerryline together in our pony and car.

Mangan Mick, Clounleharde…. Mick was the son John Mangan & Bridie Wallace, he had two brothers, John & Paddy Mangan. Mick was a renowned fiddle player. He married Elizabeth Walsh who lived approx. one half mile west of Ballyhahill cross on the Glin road. Mick married in there to a farm Elizabeth inherited from her uncle. They had no family. The story of Mick Mangan from Clounleharde paints a vivid picture of local history and musical heritage. As a renowned fiddle player, Mick’s legacy is captured in the tune known as “Mick Mangan’s Jig,” a piece of music that has been passed down through generations. Indeed, my grandfather Paddy Langan taught me that tune on the fiddle when I was very young, and I still have it to this day. This tune not only celebrates Mick’s skill but also serves as a testament to the rich cultural tapestry of the region.

McCoy Mrs, schoolteacher……Mrs. McCoy, whose maiden name was Fahey, came from Co. Clare to Glin as a schoolteacher. She married Dick McCoy, publican in Ballyhahill. She was teaching for a while in Ballyguiltenane before securing a fulltime post in Ballyhahill in 1940. They had no family.

O’Brien Den, Ballyhahill…Weekly Observer

O’Brien Dymphna…Feile Skills Award…tribute to by Paddy Faley Weekly Observer July 1997.

O’Connor Michael Rev Fr.. Dublin & Clounleharde…Tribute to by Paddy Faley on the occasion of Michael’s Silver Jubilee, W/O, May 1998.

O’Grady Jack & Peg, Glenbawn, Ballyhahill. Happy Anniversary Tribute By Paddy Faley

O’Sullivan Joe, Clounleharde, Ballyhahill...’The Bard of Clounleharde’. Joe was a carpenter by trade but was somewhat handicapped by weak eyesight. He was very quick to compose impromptu and has a good few songs to his credit.

O’Sullivan Mickeen Joe, Clounleharde….Mickeen was the son of Joe O’Sullivan who was known as ‘The Bard of Clounleharde’. Mickeen emigrated to England and married a nurse there by the name of Kinsella. They came to live in Clounleharde for a time but couldn’t settle, departing again for England where the spent the rest of their lives.

Prendeville Peg…All Ireland Short Story winner 1992

Prendeville nee Faley Peg….reply to my questionnaire of Feb 17th, 1997.

Prendeville Peg, Holidays in Athea….A.P.N. Aug 8th, 1998.

Prendeville Peg...Knockdown News…Rambling House tour of England 2000.

Prendeville Peg…March 28th, 2023… Knockdown News

Somebody in the Knockdown Vintage Committee has a strong link to the weatherman. They could not have got a more pleasant day, last Sunday, for their annual run in aid of their three chosen charities, Dromocllogher Respite Centre, Friends of St. Ita’s and Abbeyfeale District Search and Rescue. From early morning bikes, cars and tractors started coming, together with throngs of people, some laden down with food, all eagerly looking forward to a great day. And so it was. To me, an onlooker, it looked to be the biggest yet with all parking spaces used up in no time at all. They stretched from Ta Mullane’s house over past the shop, pub and on to the Spa hill junction. Everybody was in good humour, some meeting up with people they had not seen since this time last year. All were offered tea, sandwiches and goodies. There was music, raffle prizes, auctions and banter, all adding up to a great day for the area. Great credit goes to the hardworking committee who puts in hours and days of hard work to ensure success. Long may it continue.

May 2nd, 2023…Says Peg Peg Prendeville in her column, Knockdown News, in the Athea & District News – I was delighted to hear the cuckoo loud and clear during the week. A real sign of summer, I think. As we enter into summer my mind always goes back to the summers I spent in Athea with my Aunty Mary and all the Falahees. Aunty Mary’s birthday was April 30^th, May Eve, so with her in mind I include the following poem which I wrote years ago although I am aware I have used it a few times….

Summer Memories

Oh the memories come flooding back and my eyes fill up with tears

At the thoughts of those summer holidays with my cousins through the years.

Tea in bed on Sunday morning – Auntie Mary was so kind,

How I loved my days in Templeathea, they’re forever in my mind.

To replenish the spring water to the well we used to go,

With a bucket on each handlebar so we travelled nice and slow.

We picked blackberries by the gallon as we walked along the way,

Sure we made our own small fortune when we sold them in Athea.

Once a week we took a walk to the Graveyard and Holy Well

To say a prayer for all the souls whom we knew would never tell

Of all the laughs we used to have between the headstones playing hide,

Sure we often broke the silence there, bringing smiles to those who died.

Drawing home the wynds of hay brought the greatest of delight,

That we could scarcely sleep with excitement on that night,

At the thought of all the fun we had with that lovely horse and float

Our legs dangling at the back, as we sang our glad hearts out.

And in the very hot days to the river we would race,

Having begged poor Auntie Mary ‘til she gave in just for peace.

Our clothes off in a jiffy we took no notice of the cold,

As we paddled, splashed and kicked around. ‘Twas worth more than any gold.In the evenings after milking to the ‘Bridge’ we went along

With a pint of milk for Breege and Jose, God rest them now – they’re gone.

And if there was a sudden downpour, then Uncle Peter hurried down

To make a dam outside their door for fear that they would drown.

In the evenings we gathered round the fire and looked forward to a stroll

From any of the neighbours who might have stories to be told.

They thrashed out the price of turf and hay and gave out about the weather.

We young children listened, eagerly, not caring which nor whether.

When, too soon, the night was over and it was time for bed,

After a slice of bread and tea the Rosary was said.

We all knelt down to say our prayers and thank God that life was good,

We looked forward to the day ahead and more fun to be had.

But now alas we have grown up and those times are in the past

We’ve left behind those carefree days, we knew they couldn’t last.

I know that times are better now than when we lived hand to mouth,

But, I feel sorry for the children now, as I think they’re missing out

Peg Prendeville… May 30th, 2023 wrote the following poem.

Sounds of Summer

Rocking in my garden seat, Creaking gently to and fro

Watching life continuing on, Like a stream in constant flow.

Listening to the chirping birds, Busy at their daily tasks

The leaves are whispering in the breeze, A honey bee goes buzzing past.

A tractor drones in a neighbour’s field, Boasting of a busy day

Taking advantage of the sun, Cutting silage, turning hay.

A cow concerned for her calf, Calls him back with a gentle moo

The clothes are flapping on the line, Peaceful times like this are few.

Children play out on the lawn, Sending out their squeals of joy

Laughing, singing, cheering on, Their playmates in a rugby try.

I close my eyes to appreciate, The restful sounds that I can hear

It’s easy to believe in God, When His presence is so near!

Prendeville Peg, Glenbawn…..Poem…

On a Summer’s Morning

The curlew calls way up in the sky,

The cuckoo’s song comes back in reply,

The cattle are lowing on their way to the barn;

Sounds on a summer’s morning.

The perfume of hay just recently cut,

The scent of the flowers as they open up,

The sterile fresh air as it sweeps in the dawn;

Smells on a summer’s morning.

The rustle of leaves in the pure gentle breeze,

The chirping of birds making nests in the trees,

The turf machine promises “I’ll keep you warm;”

Sounds on a summer’s morning.

The cloudless blue sky with its streamers of white

Whispers to us of its traffic all night,

The gorse all ablaze, the spray of whitethorn;

Sights on a summer’s morning.

Flower gardens resplendent in colours so bright,

Grasses all glistening from the dew of the night,

Bathed in brightness, all lovely and warm;

The world on a summer’s morning.

Heart light and airy, the world’s at peace.

With each breath of air all my worries cease,

God is in Heaven – the devil I scorn

Thoughts on a summer’s mornin

Prendeville Peg...Feb 13th, 2024…Peg Prendeville wrote the following in her column, Knockdown News, in the Athea & District news – It was lovely to hear George Langan back on Cork Music Station on last Saturday night. He has been missing since December 23^rd due to the bereavement of his brother Patrick followed by a severe dose of the flu. He has had a hard few weeks so we send him all our good wishes.

Prendeville Peg…taken from her Knockdown News column on Athea & District News of Feb 20th, 2024.

A bit of poetry this week to get away from the troubles of the world at the present time.

Recently I wrote the following poem:

Home by the Kerryline

The Kerryline from Glasha to Blaine

Feels like home to me

As I travel along this country road

I am swamped in memories

Of growing up in the Mountain Home

The house where I was born

Where the Faleys lived for many years

And worked hard from early morn.

A small thatched house with two bedrooms

No water or electric light

A well down in the meadow

Water drawn home before each night.

Three generations were born here

And thrived in the mountain air

All happy and contented

With no time given to despair.

Memories keep coming

As I pass by Glasha Lake

My mother at the open fire

Baking me a birthday cake.

The murmur of people in the bog

Footing on the famed round bank

Or pikes of dried hard black ciarans

Heaved into the lorry of Mick “Gol Dang”.

Oh yes I’m carried back the years

To this place where I belonged

I think of Higgins, Langans and Falahees

Windles, Daltons Lynches and Longs.

So as I drive though this Kerryline

It brings solace to my heart

And tho I left it years ago

I never really did depart.

For in this little valley

With hills on either side

It’s like I’m wrapped in mother’s arms

And it’s here I want to hide.

Safely cuddled in her embrace

With kind neighbours all around

Their gentle presence is still felt

In this sacred boggy ground.

I sent it to George Langan who replied in verse as follows:

(we will include George’s reply next week)

George Langan’s reply to Peg’s poem from last weeks issue

Ah yes indeed Peg, the sweet Kerryline

Where oft-times we roamed, in the sweet summertime

Down the bog road, from your old mountain home

Where times long ago, the memories were sown

In that whitewashed house, humble and clear

Echoed the sounds, of laughter and cheer.

Where once was a bog-hole, there’s now a bright lake

The sign of the times, how my heart it dot break

And the well in the meadow, we can no longer see

Surrounded by spruce, and the conifer tree

God rest your dear gran, she was Bridge Faley White

Who worked like a beaver from morning till night

And the lads cutting turf, on the famous round bank

Bill, Paddy, Mick, Danny, and Danaher ‘The Yank’

Higgins and Langan’s, and the Falahee boys,

The Lynch’s and Dalton’s, those familiar eyes

Many years have since passed, since you moved away

But your heart still remains, where the grouse once held sway

Many neighbours are gone, but their presence remains

In that haven of peace, where love it sustains

And as the Kerryline carries us, both on our way

Within our young hearts we long for to stay

We remember the ‘Bard’, see the imprint of his toes

Inspiring us daily, these lines to compose.

George Langan

Prendeville Peg…..Poem on Feb 25th, 2024 re- Abha Bhan Players..

Abha Bhán Players

Nights are busy in the Parish Hall

As preparations are under way

Setting up the stage and checking lines

Rehearsing for the play.

The cast of ten are busy

And a little nervous too

Preparing for the opening night

Of a The Tomb with a View.

It is a comic thriller

With many funny lines

Be prepared for twists and turns

As you sort out the crime.

Guaranteed you will go home

With stitches in your sides

From laughing at the antics

Of this group from Abha Bhán side.

Bookings will be ready soon

So make sure and mark the date

Of the four shows in April

And be warned, don’t be late!

The first two weekends in April

Are the dates to book

So spread the word and get there fast

To find out who’s the CROOK.

“A Tomb with a View,” written in the 1970s by Norman Robbins

Just imagine a dark evening in late autumn. Rain and fog restrain the view, you can hardly see a couple of inches far. At the end of the long driveway that you are passing, a stately mansion, surrounded by a huge, old garden, is rising. It occurs to you quite soon that this pleasant garden with its rosebushes and marigolds holds a couple of dark secrets. The garden belongs to Monument House, which is the residence of the venerable Tomb family. After weeks of waiting, the time has come: The will of Septimus Tomb, the deceased head of the family, is to be read out.

You will have to be present in Ballyhahill Hall to find out what happens afterwards. April 5,6,12 and 13, 2024.

Prendeville Peg…February 28th, 2024, Knockdown News…..

In Knockdown all the background work is taking place in preparation for the Patrick Langan Memorial Run on March 24^th. This successful annual vintage day promises to be bigger than ever this year to honour Patrick who, with Dave Noonan, was the founder of the club. This year the proceeds are in aid of two very worthy charities:

Mid-Western Cancer Foundation UHL and Parkinson’s Association of Ireland. (Mid-West Branch). All support will be appreciated.

The Kerryline is getting great attention this past week. Mike Ruttle, at the Ballyhahill Rambling House last week sang a song Paddy Faley wrote about The Sweet Kerryline. This was on top of my own attempt followed by George Langan’s poem. It seems it is dear to the hearts of many.

Prendeville Peg….Knockdown News, March 26th, 2024, taken from Athea & District News.

by Peg Prendeville

In spite of the miserable weather last Sunday a huge crowd turned out for the Patrick Langan Memorial Vintage Day. As usual there was a great atmosphere, tons of food, loads of prizes as well as all the tractors and cars. No doubt there will be lots of photos and reports in the local papers. Well done, once again, to the small, but totally dedicated, committee for all the hard work put into the preparation.

I attended the play in Athea last Saturday night and was very impressed with the acting. There were great laughs and a few interesting twists in the play “Turning Mammy”. Very enjoyable.

It is all systems go for the Abha Bhán Players as they put last minute touches to the set for their play which is totally different in content but has many laughs also. The group recently purchased and installed permanent stage lights in the Hall which will be there for future events and productions. These make this great facility in our parish even more precious. Tickets are selling fast for the four performances of A TOMB WITH A VIEW on April 5, 6, 12 & 13, so if you have not already booked your ticket do so now on

086-8458821 or 069 82106 ( business hours)

Cash only. No card.

I was talking to George Langan during the week and wish to bring your attention to his website

http://www.langangeorge45.com

Here you will find a fascinating index to all things connected to Athea. George has spent years writing down dates and important events and he has them all catalogued in alphabetical order. If you want an interesting way to pass a rainy day then this is what you need. He tells me he has boxes of stuff to be recorded yet. A very interesting project.

In the midst of all the drama Easter has crept up on top of us. I wish you all a lovely weekend. Let’s hope

the sun finds its way through these awful clouds of rain. Will the land ever dry again?

Prendeville Saibh, Glenbawn, Ballyhahill.

Scanlan Jimmy, Ballyhahill, By Paddy Faley.

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From Athea Newsletter July 1996

Sheehy Tommy, Dan Culhane & Mick Brasill.

Woulfe Padden, Glenbawn…. Padden was the son of the Cooper, Maurice Woulfe who lived in Glenbawn after moving from a former home in Barneigue. Padden had a tiny farm in Glenbaun where he lived with his wife who was Bourke from Rooskagh. They had one daughter Josie Woulfe. Padden was an uncle to Mick Dalton of Glasha, Mick came from Glenbaun and married Moll O’Connor, Glasha. Padden had a brother who was a blacksmith.

Wrenne Patie, Clounleharde…. Patie was the son of Jack Wrenne from Knockfinnisk. Jack was a well to do farmer and cattle dealer who was married to Winnie O’Sullivan from Knocknaclugga, Athea. Unfortunately, Patie wasn’t the sensible man his father was and sold out the farm in bits and pieces, most of it to the forestry.

No comments on BALLYHAHILL, CO. LIMERICK, NEWS ITEMS etc…, PAST & PRESENT IN ALPHABETICAL ORDER….By George Langan.

FENNELL FAMILY, GLENAGRAGRA, GLIN, CO. LIMERICK By George Langan.

September 13, 2024

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Family of Michael Fennell and Ellen O’Connor.

Michael Fennell, nicknamed ‘Cud’ (1863-1939) and Ellen O’Connor (1876-1968) had 11 children as outlined hereunder by Angus Somerville, son of Margaret Fennell Somerville. Angus contacted me by email in March 2020.

”Mary (May) Fennell. Born, May was born in 1900,

Kathleen (Kath) Fennell.

Johanna Fennell (to us Jo, previously Hannah),

Bridget (Bridie) Fennell 1905

Michael Fennell (Mick),

Nora Fennell,

Eileen Fennell.

Margaret Fennell, born1913.

Elizabeth Anna (Lizaanna),

Emily Fennell.

John Fennell.

The first 3 lived to 80,79,80 years of age. My mother Margaret died in June 1986 at 72. Eileen reached 88, the rest 90 or more.”

Angus went on to say ”Mick Fennell, being eldest son had the whole inheritance, married a second cousin Mary Prenderville and had lots of children. Angus’ parents in the 70s bought some of his land and had a house built there, next door to Mick’s newly built cottage on the O’Brien part of the farm. Of Mick’s children, Mary Fennell (b ????), who married Sammut, has lived most of her life in London, but the others have only ever left Ireland for a short spell. Michael (Mikie) Fennell who married Mary Normile, Glenagragra (Scort), daughter of Mickey Normoyle is now head of the family and he was in England once for a year, at the time Angus was there, but he never met him. Apart from Mikie, his elder sister Bridie Fennell (1939-1974) and the one who died as a baby, I met all of the others.”

”Mick, Lizanna and John Fennell stayed in Ireland, the rest went to London, and several joined the St Francis rambling club in Kent, where at least 2, Nora and Margaret, met their spouses. They settled in a ring on the western and southwestern fringes of London. May did not marry, so she established a routine of visiting each of her siblings once a month. So far 4 other cousins have died but the many who remain are still in touch directly or indirectly. Only 4 have left these islands, Mick’s remaining eldest daughter, who is in Australia (in UK until retirement) and 3 O’Briens (Lizanna’s) in USA.”

Angus went on to say -”Of those you may possibly have heard of, Matthew Shardlow, who edits Buglife and has appeared on TV as an expert on insects, is the eldest son of Michael, in turn eldest son of Nora (as it happens, my godmother). One of my nephews, Peter Coyne, has also been on TV doing an operation. One of Matthew’s brothers has been doing some family research, so if the name Shardlow comes up again you will know where it came from”.

My mother was great friends with her classmate Emily Fennell (above) and often stayed nights back in her home but even-though the curse of emigration took Emily to England still, they remained very good friends. When Emily would come home to Glenagragra she would stay several nights back in Glasha with mother, however, over the passing of time they sadly drifted apart and did not see one another after that. I hope that they are now unified once again, joyfully rejoicing with the angels and saints in God’s glorious kingdom. Emily’s brother Mick Fennell b1907 whom I knew very well was a great poet. Mick passed to his eternal reward on January 4^th 2000 aged 93yrs. Mick was a nephew of Ned Fennell born 1865 who was appointed teacher at Ballyguiltenane school in 1886. (For more information on Mick Fennell see Book ‘Year of the Elderly’.)

Liz Anne Fennell a sister to the aforementioned Mick Fennell. was married to Michael O’Brien from from Killeaney, from a place there known locally as ‘the yard’ Michael bought Michael McGrath’s place in Glenagragra. Michael McGrath was married to Catherine Normile. The O’Brien’s relocated to a farm at Altavilla, Askeaton and the said Mick Fennell built for himself and his wife Mary Prendeville a new cottage in part of the vacated farm. Michael O’Brien had two brothers –Pat and John. The three brothers went under the a.k.a. – ‘Dublin’, ‘Bac’ and Citeog’. Michael O’Brien died July 31^st 1972 age 60yrs. (Mary Prendeville was a cousin to Anna Prendeville who was married to John Langan, Cahara, my grandfather Langan’s 1st cousin. My mother Delia Langan Lynch received her Primary education at Ballyguiltenane National School under the tutorship of Maggie ‘Dave’ Connolly, Glenagragra who was the head mistress there. Her classmates included – Emily Fennell, Glenagragra, (sister to Mick Fennell above) Kathy Morgan Moran, Glenagragra mother of renowned hotelier Tommy Moran, Toureendonnell, Athea, Agatha O’Connor, Ballyguiltenane and Mary ‘Mikeen’ Culhane, Ballyguiltenane who married Bill Hayes, Fairystreet, Athea. The four girls were 16yrs of age when they received their confirmation and remained on in Ballyguiltenane ‘till they reached 7^th class. Mother received post primary at the Technical school in Listowel but she didn’t stay there very long as she had the majority of the curriculum learned during her time in 7^thclass in Ballyguiltenane. During her short time in Listowel, she stayed in B/B at a two-storey house on the left as one enters the town.

My mother knew Emily’s father and mother very well, her father was Michael Fennell, born 1863 and her mothert was Ellen O’Connor, daughter of Edmond Connors from Glenalappa who was married to Mary Windle. On Feb 15th, 1896 at Newtownsandes church, Ellen O’Connor, daughter of Edmond O’Connor, Glenalappa, Moyvane, Co. Kerry married Michael Fennell, a farmer from Ballyguiltenane, son of John Fennell, the witnesses being – E. Fennell & Johanna O’Connor. (The Fennell’s live in Glenagragra and not Ballyguiltenane) John Fennell was married twice, his first marriage to Scanlon from Kinard, Glin. John Fennell’s second marriage to Catherine Morgan b1834 from down near Ballybeg, Glin and who in 1901 was a widow. Ellen O’Connor, born February 16^th, 1876 at Glenalappa, Moyvane, Co. Kerry and died at Glenagragra on June 27^th, 1968. Extracts from Ellen’s diary can be found in B.R.J. 1980 p58 & 75. Edmond Connors’s mother was Aherne. The Fennel’s came to Glenagragra from back near Tarbert having originally arrived there from Co. Clare.

1901 Census for Fennell’s of Glenagragra as follows – Johnny Fennell husband of Catherine not listed – presumed deceased.

Surname	Forename	Age	Sex	Relation to head	Religion
Fennell	Catherine Morgan	67	Female	Head of Family	Roman Catholic
Fennell	Michael	38	Male	Son	Roman Catholic
Fennell	Edmond	36	Male	Son	Roman Catholic
Fennell	Ellen O’Connor	24	Female	Daughter in Law	Roman Catholic
Fennell	Mary		Female	Grand Daughter	Roman Catholic

1911 Census for Fennell’s of Glenagragra – now listed under Ballguiltenane Upper.

Surname	Forename	Age	Sex	Relation to head	Religion
Fennell	Michael	48	Male	Head of Family	Roman Catholic
Fennell	Ellen O’Connor	35	Female	Wife	Roman Catholic
Fennell	Mary	10	Female	Daughter	Roman Catholic
Fennell	Catherine	9	Female	Daughter	Roman Catholic
Fennell	Hannah	8	Female	Daughter	Roman Catholic
Fennell	Bridget	5	Female	Daughter	Roman Catholic
Fennell	Michael	4	Male	Son	Roman Catholic
Fennell	Norah	2	Female	Daughter	Roman Catholic
Fennell	Eileen		Female	Daughter	Roman Catholic

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NORMILE/NORMOYLE FAMILY DROMREASK, GLIN, CO. LIMERICK By George Langan.

September 13, 2024

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MARY ANNE5 FEURY (daughter of James4 Jim Feury & Joan O’Donnell) was born on 09 Aug 1873 in Ballyguiltenane, Glin County Limerick. She died on 10 Jun 1949 in Upper Turraree, Glin County Limerick Ireland. On Feb 6th, 1898 at Glin church, Mary Anne married Thomas Normile, son of Thomas Normile and Anne Enright, the witnesses being Patrick Enright & Bridget Feury. Thomas was born on Aug 20th, 1869 at Ballyguiltenane, Glin. He died in Co. Limerick, Ireland. (Mary’s brother Mick Feury, married Thomas Normile’s sister Catherine Normile, see further on)

Family from Mary Anne Feury & Thomas Normile, 14 as follows –

(i) Mary Normile, born April 8th, 1899 and died January 19^th 1992. Mary married James O’Donoghue, b. 1892, R.I.P. May 3rd 1962, Dromreask and had the following family:

Thomas J. O’Donoghue who married Delia Duggan from Listowel and had two sons – :Private & Private. Tom along with Paddy Faley, Glenbawn and Pat Brosnan, Knocknagorna founded back in 1977 the Ballyguiltenane Rural Journal. (B.R.J.). Tom is the current editor of the magazine. Since I’ve written this, Thomas passed to his eternal reward on Tuesday Dec 9th 2014.

Bridget O’Donoghue. Bridget married David Broderick, R.I.P. Lr. Keale, Athea. Known locally as Davy Brouder. They built a new house in Dromreask near the site of Nonie Foran’s old homestead.

Mary O’Donoghue. Mary married David Broderick’s, brother and went to live at Lr. Keale, Athea.

More about James O’Donoghue (R.I.P. May 1962). James had a shop for a time in a piece of ground that he had rented from James Lynch, Glasha. My grandfather Paddy Langan later bought that particular piece of ground which was located directly across the road from Bill Flavin’s. James O’Donoghue’s father was also called James and his grandfather was called Patrick O’Donoghue who got married in 1836. Along with James, b. circa 1849, Patrick also had a son Joseph O’Donoghue and a daughter Winifred O’Donohghue, both of whom emigrated to the U.S. Joseph went to Michigan. James married Mary O’ Shea, Dromreask. The O’Shea family home was situated at the top of the Blaine Rd facing towards the bog. The Wallace’s, (The Paddy Mike Wallace’s as they were known by) lived there after. The farm is now under plantation. (already mentioned under Margaret Mullane above)

Family of James O’Donoghue and Mary O’Shea as follows: Patrick, Michael, James (above R.I.P. May 1962), Mary (U.S.A.), Bridget, Catherine (nun in U.S.) and Margaret O’Donoghue who married Padraig McCarthy (National Teacher) at Ballygoughlin School. Margaret was a teacher herself and was Principal teacher at Glin national school in the 1930’s.

(ii) Thomas Normile, b. 1901. Thomas married May O’Connell and went to live in Loughill.

(iii) Michael (Mickey) Normile, born 1901 moved to Scort (Glenagragra Upper),married Margaret Normoyle, Killeaney, Glin (No relation), daughter of John Normoyle and Ellie Sweeney. Mickey built the house in Glenagragra Upper in 1930 on the site of a cut away bank of ray-turf. There was a wren party held there sometime after its construction and it was said at the time that Joe ‘Pats’ Mulvihill spent the best part of a day, and was exhausted in the process, from cutting rushes with a scythe for the making of a passage all around the house so as the party guests had sound ground to walk upon. Many’s the bag of turnips I sold to Mickey & Margaret in the years 1969 to 1971 when i was in that field of employment. Michael (Mickey) Normile died Sept 1^st 1995 age 94 years, his wife Margaret died January 1991. They had the following family of 3:

i.Thomas (Tom) Normile, who married Bridie McDonagh,

a native of Co. Galway, and they had the following family – Living Normoyle and

Living Normoyle. Bridie (pictured) died March 26th 2016.

ii.Private Female Normile who married Private Male Fennell, Glenagragra, son of Mick Fennell.

iii.John Normile who remained single in life, died January 4^th 1996.

(iv) Johanna (Josie) Normoyle. Josie married a Murphy from Rooskagh, Athea, somewhere near Con Greaney’s. She worked for many years at her Normile cousins in Turraree. She used to walk over and back each morning and evening across the mountain. (These Turraree Normile’s were known as the Pelleck’s)

(v) Annie (Nancy) Normile. Nancy remained single and lived out her life with her brother and sisters in Dromreask. Many is the week she helped us with the footing of the turf up on Higgins’ mountain during the 1960’s. Annie died October 8^th 1970 age 64yrs.

(vi) James (Jimmy) Normile lived in the home place in Glenagragra. He inherited the place from his uncle Jack Normile. He was married to Mary B. Enright, (The ‘Fox’ Enright’s, Aughrim/Glenalappa) and had the following family: Private Female, Private Male, Private Female, Private Female who married Johnny Kiely, Moyvane, Private Female & Jim Normile who was the youngest. Jim died on Jan 12th, 2021. There was many a wren dance held at Jimmy’s humble abode, one in particular in 1964. Jimmy once described the fields of Glenagragra as resembling nothing but a ballad, they being so long. He was also known to have said that from Blaine to the end of the Kerryline should be put on one 41, (41 being a game of cards) meaning that the land was so poor that it should be played for in one game. Many’s the day I cut and drew home the hay for Jimmy. I remember one day in particular, it was the autumn of 1970 and it happened to be the day after I had taken my first taste of alcohol. I’ll never forget the sickness and Jimmy trying every cure in his book to cure me but to no avail. Jimmy Normile died August 15^th 1975 age 76yrs.

(vii) Catherine (Kitty) Normile. Catherine (Kitty) replaced Nell Enright as servant girl at Johnny & Willie Connolly’s, Glenagragra. Kitty remained single in life. Kitty died January 2^nd 1991 age 81 years. (Nell Enright later married Toss Higgins, both of whom emigrated to Birmingham, England and subsequently became mother and father to Pat (Pakie) Higgins of fitted kitchens fame in Glasha. There were other offspring).

(viii) Richard (Dick) Normile. Richard died May 1st 1958 at the age of 40yrs following a tragic accident. He was killed whilst drawing a load of turf with ass and cart from Jack Scanlon’s bog in Dromreask. Apparently the ass sat back trapping Dick in the bog-hole in the process. A loaf of bread and a packet of woodbine cigarettes were found floating on top of the water when his body was recovered from beneath.

(ix) Patrick Normile. Patrick emigrated to England and remained single in life..

(x) Bridget Normile married O’Shaughnessy from Askeaton and had the following family: John O’Shaughnessy & Mary O’Shaughnessy. Mary married a John Normoyle.

(xi) John (Jackie) Normile remained single and lived out his life with his sisters in Dromreask.

(xii) Maurice Normoile. Maurice emigrated and lived at Worcester, England. He died July 3^rd 2002.

(xiii) Elizabeth (Lizzie) Normile. Lizzie remained single and lived at Dromreask with her brother and sisters. Lizzie also helped us with the turf footing during the 1960’s when we had the long Co. Council banks up in Higgins’.

(xiv) Edward Normile. Died at St. Joseph’s Hospital, Limerick.

1911 Census for Normile’s –

Surname	Forename	Age	Sex	Relation to head	Religion
Normile	Thomas	42	Male	Head of Family	Roman Catholic
Normile	Mary (Feury)	40	Female	Wife	Roman Catholic
Normile	Mary	13	Female	Daughter	R C
Normile	Thomas	12	Male	Son	R C
Normile	Michael	11	Male	Son	R C
Normile	Johannah	10	Female	Daughter	R C
Normile	James	8	Male	Son	R C
Normile	Annie	6	Female	Daughter	R C
Normile	Katie	4	Female	Daughter	R C
Normile	John	3	Male	Son	R C
Normile	Bridget		Female	Daughter	R C

More on the Dromreask Normile’s

Thomas Normile had a sister Catherine Normile who was married to Michael McGrath, Dromreask/Glenagragra. The McGrath home was situated opposite Paddy ‘Caipin’ Wallace’s. Michael O’Brien lived there afterwards and Mick Fennell after O’Brien. It says Dromreask on the census but it’s actually Glenagragra, a little stream divides the two townlands.

1901 Census for McGrath’s as follows –

Surname	Forename	Age	Sex	Relation to head	Religion
McGrath	Michael	60	Male	Head of Family	Roman Catholic
McGrath	Katherine (Normile)	50	Female	Wife	Roman Catholic
McGrath	Michael	30	Male	Son	Roman Catholic
McGrath	Patrick	28	Male	Son	Roman Catholic
McGrath	James	23	Male	Son	Roman Catholic
McGrath	Mary	22	Female	Daughter	Roman Catholic
McGrath	Katherine	21	Female	Daughter	Roman Catholic
McGrath	Edmond	20	Male	Son	Roman Catholic
McGrath	Maurice	15	Male	Son	Roman Catholic

1911 Census for McGrath’s as follows –

Surname	Forename	Age	Sex	Relation to head	Religion
McGrath	Catherine (Normile)	69	Female	Head of Family	Roman Catholic
McGrath	Michael	43	Male	Son	R C
McGrath	Mary	39	Female	Daughter	R C
McGrath	Maurice	25	Male	Son	R C

Michael McGrath & Catherine Normile had a daughter Johanna McGrath, born January 1st, 1868, who perished in the river Shannon disaster of 1893 when a fishing boat that they had hired for a pleasure trip that day to Co Clare, sank on the return journey from Moyne Quay. In total seventeen people lost their lives on that fateful evening. The owner of the boat, Maurice Murphy and his son Paddy were among the seventeen that perished. Buddy Feury often spoke to me about the said disaster as Johanna was a 1st cousin to his mother Kate Normile.

In fact I made an audio recording at the home of Buddy in 1987 and I listened to that recording again last night, April 9th 2013 and Buddy confirmed to me in that said recording that Johanna McGrath and his mother Kate Normile were indeed 1st cousins. The screams coming from the boat were heard on the Kerry mainland as the party were only a few hundred yards from the shore. The locals thought that the passengers were having a good time enjoying themselves on board the vessel so they didn’t take much notice, little did they know as to the nature of what exactly was happening. As far as I can recall, Johanna’s body was never found. I think Michael McGrath 43yrs above was the last of that family to reside in Dromreask. He was married to Kate Burke from Tarbert with no issue from that union. (I am open to correction in this) As previously stated Michael O’Brien from Killeaney, from a place there known locally as ‘the yard’, bought the McGrath place. Michael was married to Liz Anne Fennell a sister to the aforementioned Mick Fennell. The O’Brien’s relocated to a farm at Altavilla, Askeaton and the said Mick Fennell built for himself and his wife Mary Prendeville a new cottage in part of the vacated farm. Michael O’Brien had two brothers – Pat and John. The three brothers went under the a.k.a. – ‘Dublin’, ‘Bac’ and Citeog’. Michael O’Brien died July 31^st 1972 age 60yrs. (Mary Prendeville was a cousin to Anna Prendeville who was married to John Langan, Cahara, my grandfather Langan’s 1st cousin. My mother Delia Langan Lynch received her Primary education at Ballyguiltenane National School under the tutorship of Maggie ‘Dave’ Connolly, Glenagragra who was the head mistress there. Her classmates included – Emily Fennell, Glenagragra, (sister to Mick Fennell above) Kathy Morgan Moran, Glenagragra mother of renowned hotelier Tommy Moran, Toureendonnell, Athea, Agatha O’Connor, Ballyguiltenane and Mary ‘Mikeen’ Culhane, Ballyguiltenane who married Bill Hayes, Fairystreet, Athea. The four girls were 16yrs of age when they received their confirmation and remained on in Ballyguiltenane ‘till they reached 7^th class. Mother received post primary at the Technical school in Listowel but she didn’t stay there very long as she had the majority of the curriculum learned during her time in 7^thclass in Ballyguiltenane. During her short time in Listowel, she stayed in B/B at a two-storey house on the left as one enters the town. Mother was great friends with her classmate Emily Fennell and often stayed nights back in her home but even-though the curse of emigration took Emily to England still, they remained very good friends. When Emily would come home to Glenagragra she would stay several nights back in Glasha with mother, however, over the passing of time they sadly drifted apart and did not see one another after that. I hope that they are now unified once again, joyfully rejoicing with the angels and saints in God’s glorious kingdom. Emily’s brother Mick Fennell b1907 whom I knew very well was a great poet. Mick passed to his eternal reward on January 4^th 2000 aged 93yrs. Mick was a nephew of Ned Fennell born 1865 who was appointed teacher at Ballyguiltenane school in 1886. (For more information on Mick Fennell see Book ‘Year of the Elderly’.)

My mother knew Emily’s father and mother very well, her father was Michael Fennell, born 1863 and her mothert was Ellen O’Connor, daughter of Edmond Connors from Glenalappa who was married to Mary Windle. On Feb 15th, 1896 at Newtownsandes church, Ellen O’Connor, daughter of Edmond O’Connor, Glenalappa, Moyvane, Co. Kerry married Michael Fennell, a farmer from Ballyguiltenane, son of John Fennell, the witnesses being – E. Fennell & Johanna O’Connor. (The Fennell’s live in Glenagragra and not Ballyguiltenane) John Fennell was married twice, his first marriage to Scanlon from Kinard, Glin. John Fennell’s second marriage to Catherine Morgan b1834 from down near Ballybeg, Glin and who in 1901 was a widow. Ellen O’Connor, born February 16^th, 1876 at Glenalappa, Moyvane, Co. Kerry and died at Glenagragra on June 27^th, 1968. Extracts from Ellen’s diary can be found in B.R.J. 1980 p58 & 75. Edmond Connors’s mother was Mary Burke. The Fennel’s came to Glenagragra from back near Tarbert having originally arrived there from Co. Clare.

English: Ferry between Killimer, Clare and Tar... — English: Ferry between Killimer, Clare and Tarbert Island, Kerry (Photo credit: Wikipedia)

1901 Census for Fennell’s of Glenagragra as follows – Johnny Fennell husband of Catherine not listed – presumed deceased.

Surname	Forename	Age	Sex	Relation to head	Religion
Fennell	Catherine Morgan	67	Female	Head of Family	Roman Catholic
Fennell	Michael	38	Male	Son	Roman Catholic
Fennell	Edmond	36	Male	Son	Roman Catholic
Fennell	Ellen O’Connor	24	Female	Daughter in Law	Roman Catholic
Fennell	Mary		Female	Grand Daughter	Roman Catholic

1911 Census for Fennell’s of Glenagragra – now listed under Ballguiltenane Upper.

Surname	Forename	Age	Sex	Relation to head	Religion
Fennell	Michael	48	Male	Head of Family	Roman Catholic
Fennell	Ellen O’Connor	35	Female	Wife	Roman Catholic
Fennell	Mary	10	Female	Daughter	Roman Catholic
Fennell	Catherine	9	Female	Daughter	Roman Catholic
Fennell	Hannah	8	Female	Daughter	Roman Catholic
Fennell	Bridget	5	Female	Daughter	Roman Catholic
Fennell	Michael	4	Male	Son	Roman Catholic
Fennell	Norah	2	Female	Daughter	Roman Catholic
Fennell	Eileen		Female	Daughter	Roman Catholic

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Family of Michael Fennell and Ellen O’Connor in more detail.

”Mary (May) Fennell. Kath, Johanna (to us Jo, previously Hannah), Bridget (Bridie), Michael Fennell (Mick), Nora, Eileen, Margaret, Elizabeth Anna (Lizaanna), Emily, John. May was born in 1900, Bridie 1905, Margaret 1913. The first 3 lived to 80,79,80 years of age. My mother Margaret died in June 1986 at 72. Eileen reached 88, the rest 90 or more.”

More on the McGrath’s as follows

There was a Daniel McGrath who lived at Turraree Upper in Jack ‘Patsy’ Culhane’s place. I have received two different accounts regarding this family, one informant tells me that they were related to the aforementioned Glenagragra McGrath’s and the other says that they were not. Anyway I give hereunder whatever information I have on this Turraree McGrath. Daniel lived to be over 100yrs. He had a son Paddy born 1873 who lived to be 95 years. Paddy in turn had a son Daniel and Daniel’s son Joe born circa 19?? is the current holder of the property.

1901 Census for Daniel McGrath’s Upper Turraree as follows –

Surname	Forename	Age	Sex	Relation to head	Religion
Mc Grath	Daniel	70	Male	Head of Family	Roman Catholic
Mc Grath	Mary	60	Female	Wife	Roman Catholic
Mc Grath	Patt	28	Male	Son	Roman Catholic
Mc Grath	Ellie	23	Female	Daughter	Roman Catholic
Mc Grath	Annie	15	Female	Daughter	Roman Catholic

1911 Census for McGrath’s as follows – (Patrick (Paddy) had taken over from his father.)

Surname	Forename	Age	Sex	Relation to head	Religion
McGrath	Patrick	39	Male	Head of Family	Roman Catholic
McGrath	Mary	39	Female	–	Roman Catholic
McGrath	Mary	4	Female	–	Roman Catholic
McGrath	Bridget	3	Female	–	Roman Catholic
McGrath	Annie		Female	–	Roman Catholic

Another family of the same McGrath’s, John & Bridget lived in Ballyguiltenane.

1901 Census for Ballyguiltenane McGrath’s –

Surname	Forename	Age	Sex	Relation to head	Religion
Mc Grath	Patrick	44	Male	Head of Family	Roman Cathcolic
Mc Grath	Bridget	43	Female	Wife	Roman Cathcolic
Mc Grath	John	80	Male	Father	Roman Cathcolic
Mc Grath	Johanna	70	Female	Mother	Roman Cathcolic
Costello	Margaret	26	Female	Niece	Roman Catholic
Costello	Thomas	20	Male	Nephew	Roman Catholic
OShaughnessy	Bridget	13	Female	Servant	Roman Catholic

1911 Census for McGrath’s, Ballyguiltenane –

Surname	Forename	Age	Sex	Relation to head	Religion
McGrath	Patrick	58	Male	Head of Family	Catholic Church
McGrath	Bridget	57	Female	Wife	Catholic Church
McGrath	James	38	Male	Nephew	Catholic Church
McGrath	Margret	36	Female	Nephews Wife	Catholic Church

More on Anne Enright who was married to Thomas Normile.

1.Anne Enright, on April 5th, 1864 at Glin church, we have Anne Enright aged 25 years, daughter of Timothy Enright a farmer from Ballyguiltenane married Thomas Normile aged 25 years, son of Thomas Normile a farmer from Ballyguiltenane the witnesses being Patrick Enright and Mary Hanrahan.

Mary Normile born on July 11th, 1865 at Ballyguiltenane, Glin.

Catherine Normile born on Dec 6th, 1866 at Ballyguiltenane, Glin. Catherine, married to Michael McGrath as above.

Thomas Normile was born on Aug 20th, 1869 at Ballyguiltenane, Glin (married Mary Anne Feury, as above)

Michael Normile, born on Aug 25th, 1873 at Ballyguiltenane, Glin.

2.Patrick Enright, born circa 1833, Patrick married Hanora Scanlon from Dromreask and had the following family of 7, that I know of –

i. Denis Enright born circa 1868.

ii. Mary Enright. Born June 20th, 1868 at Ballyguiltenane, mother given as Hanora Flynn.

iii. Daniel Enright born on Jan 12th, 1872 who, on Feb 6th, 1906 at the age of 35 years, at Athea church, married Mary Dalton, aged 33 years, daughter of John Dalton, a farmer from Glasha, Athea, the witnesses being Daniel Scanlon and Maggie Lynch, Maggie was my grandaunt. from Glashapullagh, Athea. Daniel Enright died from Hemiplegia at Dromreask on Jan 30th, 1907 aged 35 years, his sister Johanna Buckley present at his death. Daniel’s widow Mary Dalton Enright re-married on Feb 16th, 1909 at Athea church to John (Jack George) Griffin, Glenagragra, the witnesses being Edward Stack, Moyvane and Mary Langan, Glasha. Mary Langan being my grandaunt.

John Griffin & Mary Dalton Enright had a son and a daughter as follows –

i.Unnamed Male Griffin b. 17 Aug 1914, Glenagragara, Glin, Co Limerick, d. 17 Aug 1914, Glenagragara, Glin, Co Limerick.

ii.Margaret (Maggie George) Griffin, born on April 9th, 1912 at Glenagragra. On Feb 6th, 1940 at Glin church, Margaret (Maggie George) Griffin aged 27 years, daughter of John Griffin, married John (Jack) Nolan born Dec 25th, 1899, Finnoe, Ballyhahill, Co. Limerick, (aged 40 years on marriage cert) son of John Nolan, labourer, the witnesses being Tim (Tadhg) Shine, a blacksmith from Athea and Peggie Dalton, Glasha, Maggie’s 1st cousin. Peggie Dalton and my mother grew up together, both houses in Glasha being in the one yard. Jack Nolan married into the Glenagragra place, for a short period of time may I add as he had a farm in Lisready, Loughill bought but a dwelling house had yet to be built there. Jack had returned from the US having worked there from 1926-1934 during which time he saved enough money to purchase the said farm in Lisready. Saving money in America at that time couldn’t be easy, in fact it was some feat to accomplish as that was the era of the recession and the banks at that time weren’t the safest places to stash any hard-earned dough. Jack Nolan and his wife Maggie were great friends with my grandparents, Paddy & Babe Langan. In fact, it was the said Jack Nolan that nominated my grandfather Paddy Langan to contest the 1942 Co Council election on behalf of the Labour party to which he was elected. Maggie died March 24^th 1990. Her husband Jack Nolan died July 1^st 1986

iv.Johanna Enright was born on Sept 7th, 1867. Johanna married Denis Buckley from Rea, Duagh, Co. Kerry, son of Timothy Buckley, the marriage taking place at Glin church on March 2nd, 1905, the witnesses being – John Buckley & Lizzie Scanlon. It is of the belief that following the death of Mary Dalton’s husband Daniel Enright, Buckley attempted to take over the Enright farm. Daniel Enright‘s brother Patrick Enright, hereunder, was away in the ‘bush’ in Australia and had not been seen since he went out there. Apparently, the conditions of the will made by his father outlined that if Patrick couldn’t be contacted in Australia, the farm was to be inherited by Buckley. Having eventually been tracked down Patrick returned home to Dromreask to a land war. A court case ensued in which Patrick won the day. The story has it that during a particular visit by Buckley to Dromreask his horse was shot from beneath him as he was going up the Blaine road. ‘It wasn’t me, says Patrick, because if it was, tisn’t the horse that I’d have shot’. Patrick Enright and his cousin Jack Normile were wrongly accused of the incident, were convicted and served a period of time in prison. On Thursday February 1911 the Enright farmhouse in Dromreask was burned to the ground. The building was found to be on fire at 4am by Denis Buckley who had arisen early to leave for Co. Kerry. Buckley alerted the other occupants who were powerless to put out the blaze, the flames being fanned by a strong southerly wind. Constables from Glin, Sgt Butler and Constable’s, Joyce and Walsh proceeded to the scene at 8am.

v. Maurice Enright born April 6th, 1871. Mother given as Flynn.

vi. Timothy Enright born April 29th, 1873. Mother given as Flynn.

vii. Patrick Enright born on Feb 24th, 1874 at Ballyguiltenne, who on June 27th, 1912 at the church of the Holy Cross, Charleville, married Anne Maume from Charleville, Co. Cork, daughter of Edward Maume, a bootmaker, the witnesses being Edward Ryan and Mary Roonen. Family from that union 6 as follows –

Nora Enright born ? married Paddy Manning in Shanagolden.

Anne Enright born June 17th, 1914. Anne emigrated to England and married a man by the name of Hyde ??. She came home and died here in the land of her birth.

Johanna Enright born Feb 6th, 1916. Johanna emigrated to England and married a man by the name of Moore.

Pat Enright, born Nov 23rd, 1917 – R.I.P 11-02-1991. Pat married Mary Lynch, Glasha daughter of James Lynch and Hannie O’Grady.

Ned Enright, born Sept 1st, 1919 – R.I.P. June 3^rd 2003. Ned remained single.

Dan Enright, born on Dec 3rd, 1920, R.I.P Dec 1999, all of whom lived in Dromreask. Dan remained single.

Annie Maume Enright was born 1878 and died at Dromreask on September 19^th 1959 age 81 years.

Annie Maume’s father was Edward Maume and her mother was Neville, both from Charleville.

1901 census for Enright’s, Dromreask –

Surname	Forename	Age	Sex	Relation to head	Religion
Enright	Patrick	68	Male	Head of Family	Roman Catholic
Enright	Nora (Scanlon)	64	Female	Wife	Roman Catholic
Enright	Denis	33	Male	Son	Roman Catholic
Enright	Mary	32	Female	Daughter	Roman Catholic
Enright	Maurice	29	Male	Son	Roman Catholic
Enright	Timothy	27	Male	Son	Roman Catholic

1911 census for above –

Surname	Forename	Age	Sex	Relation to head	Religion
Enright	Hanora (Scanlon)	77	Female	Head of Family	Catholic
Enright	Mary	42	Female	Daughter	Catholic
Enright	Maurice	39	Male	Son	Catholic
Enright	Timothy	37	Male	Son	Catholic
Enright	Mary	4	Female	Grand Daughter	Catholic

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More on the Normile’s of Turraree (Pellek’s).

Surname	Forename	Age	Sex	Relation to head	Religion
Normile	Michael	47	Male	Head of Family	Roman Catholic
Normile	Catherine Costelloe	40	Female	Wife	Roman Catholic
Normile	John	19	Male	Son	Roman Catholic
Normile	Patt	18	Male	Son	Roman Catholic
Normile	Mary	13	Female	Daughter	Roman Catholic

Michael Normile was married twice as follows – Michael Normile, son of John Normile, deceased farmer, on Jan 23rd, 1879 at Glin church, married Catherine Culhane, daughter of John Culhane, a farmer from Kinard, Glin, Michael’s age given as 25 years, the witnesses being Michael Normile and Mary McCoy. Two sons from this marriage as follows –

John Normile and Patt Normile as in above Census

Michael Normile’s second marriage was on May 28th, 1887 at Glin church to Catherine Costelloe from Turraree, daughter of Mortimer Costelloe, deceased farmer, the witnesses being Morty & Kate Costelloe.

Daughter Mary Normile born from this marriage as in above census.

John Normile b1882, 19 years as in above Census was married to Mary Griffin, (daughter of Michael Griffin & Nora (Nano) Fitzgerald, Glenagragra). Mary Griffin born c1891 emigrated to New York where she married the said John Normoyle.

John Normile and Mary Griffin had the following family – Kitty Normile who remained single in life and Mary Normile who became a nun. Mary Griffin Normile died June 6^th 1970. Her husband John Normile died August 5^th 1966. These Turraree Normile’s and the Dromreask Normile’s were cousins. As far as I can recall Jackie Normile, son of Jimmy Normile, Glenagragra inherited the Turraree farm.

8. MICHAEL5 (MICK) FEURY (son of James4 (Jim) Feury & Joan O’Donnell) was born on 07 Jul 1877 in Co. Limerick, Ireland. He died on 03 Sep 1921 at Glenagragra, Glin, Co.Limerick, Ireland, Thomas Normile, his brother-in-law present at his death. He married Catherine Normile, from Dromreask, Glin, daughter of Thomas Normile and Anne Enright, on March 2nd, 1905 at Glin, County Limerick The witnesses being Timothy (Thade) Griffin, Glenagragra and Bridget Normile. Catherine was born on Dec 6th, 1866 at Ballyguiltenane, Glin. She died on 08 Aug 1962 at Glenagragra, Glin, Co. Limerick, Ireland. (I knew Catherine as we used to call to Feury’s on our way home from National school, and seeing Catherine in her latter years sitting by her cosy fireside.) Both Michael and Catherine are buried in Kilfergus Cemetery, Glin.

Mick Feury was a renowned athlete. He was a member of the great Glin football team of 1899-1912. He was an above average sprinter and if he had, the proper training, there is no doubt he would have broken the stoutest of sprint records. He was versatile in the long and high jumps and a talented musician and step dancer to boot. He was a powerfully built man who never trained and travelled to most meetings on foot. Mick was a member of the district council, a seat he held until his death on September 3^rd 1921. Paddy Faley has a detailed account on the sporting life of the said Mick in the B.R.J. 1988 p11.(See also B.R.J. 1994/5 p110)

1901 Census for James Jim Feury father of Michael (Mick) Feury.

Residents of a house 20 in Glenagragara (Kilfergus, Limerick)

Surname	Forename	Age	Sex	Relation to head	Religion
Feury	James	64	Male	Head of Family	Roman Catholic
Normile	Mary	27	Female	Daughter	Roman Catholic
Feury	Michael	23	Male	Son	Roman Catholic
Feury	Richard	20	Male	Son	Roman Catholic
Normile	Mary	2	Female	Grand Daughter	Roman Catholic
Normile	Thomas		Male	Grand Son	Roman Catholic

For the 1911 Census Jim’s son Mick had taken over –

Surname	Forename	Age	Sex	Relation to head	Religion
Furey	Michael	33	Male	Head of Family	Roman Catholic
Furey	Kate( Normile)	44	Female	Wife	Roman Catholic
Furey	Johanna	5	Female	Daughter	Roman Catholic
Furey	Thomas	3	Male	Son	Roman Catholic
Furey	James	2	Male	Son	Roman Catholic
Furey	James	76	Male	Father	Roman Catholic

Notes for Michael Feury: His godparents were James Reidy and Marie Griffin.

Michael5 Mick Feury & Catherine Normile had the following family:

(i) Thomas Michael6 ‘Buddy’, Feury (son of Michael5 Mick Feury & Catherine Normile) b. 1909 and died October 26^th 1993 at St. Ita’s Hospital, Newcastle West. Thomas married Ellen Liston, Dirreen, b. circa 1912 and died at Glenagragra, October 15^th1989. Both interred at Kilfergus Cemetery, Glin. Mikie Kinnane, Glenagragra/Scort was telling me that Buddy and Mikie’s mother Kate O’Donnell were 2^ndcousins. The O’Donnells came from Park, Clounleharde/Kilcoleman and later went to live at Ballycormack/Knocknaboula. (Buddy’s grandmother was Joan O’Donnell) Michael O’Donnell, a descendant of the above was married to Mary Kilmartin from Rooskagh. This was Michael’s second marriage having previously wed Catherine McInerney daughter of Paddy McInerney and Nora Fennell from Tullyleague. Michael O’Donnell and Mary Kilmartin lived on the Ardagh road just outside Newcastle West. Mary had three brothers – Mikie, Patie & Johnny Kilmartin. My wife Vera new all the Kilmartin’s very well. Mikie Kilmartin was the only one of the brothers to marry. He married Mary Sheahan and had the following family: John, Morgan, Bill, Mickey, Mary, Nora, Ann, Peg & Eileen Kilmartin.

THOMAS MICHAEL (BUDEEN) FEURY’S, PHOTO 2007

The old Feury homestead stood immediately to the rear of this house. I remember it well, it had mud walls and there was a large crack on its eastern gable-end, it having been struck by lightning many years earlier. Buddy Feury inherited the music and song from his forebears and won many medals and trophies at several Fleadh Cheoil’s. He had what was known as the Sliabh Luacra style of playing although he used to say he brought the music from Clare. He got much of his tutorship from Hannie Long of Turraree. I remember well an occasion circa 1970, when I was detailed to go drawing out ‘dung’ (farmyard manure) for Buddy or Buddy as he was affectionately known. The ‘dung’ had to be loaded onto the trailer with pitch forks, no mechanical means back then, and by mid-day I had my fill of it. No sooner had we the dinner ate than I turned to Buddy, who was seated at the top of the table and said -: forget the shit Buddy, take down the fiddle and give us one blast of ‘’The Mountain Road’’. His good wife Nell R.I.P. turned ‘round, looked at her husband and said -: ‘’Jesus Bud’ did you ever hear the like of it and we having men hired for the day’’. I think Buddy and myself were two of a kind for not alone did he adhere to my request but played not one, but several tunes that same afternoon in his own inimitable style. Of course I never did believe in ‘all work and no play’ and still don’t. Buddy Feury was telling me of an incident that happened a few years before my grandaunt Margaret Langan Higgins died. Word was sent to him to call on Margaret when ever he’d get a chance and to bring the fiddle with him. Buddy assumed that she must have had some musician visitor staying with her and that this person wanted to play a few tunes. Anyway he arrived at the house with fiddle under his arm to find nobody there except Margaret herself. ‘Did you bring it?’ asked Margaret. ‘I did’, replied Buddy, ‘but who’s going to play?’. ‘I am’ says she and with that she took up the fiddle and proceeded to play a blast of a tune leaving Buddy standing spellbound in the middle of the floor. It was only at that point and time he reliased she could play. I said to Buddy, ‘I suppose it was a blast of ‘Fr. Halpin’s Topcoat’ that she gave you’. He looked at me and in a whisper replied, ‘Bunker Hill’. Moreover, as all music lovers will know ‘Bunker Hill’ is a very tricky three-part reel. Buddy came 1^st in fiddle competition at Athea Fleadh Cheoil on May 8^th 1983. 1^st place duet with his neighbour Donie Lyons (flute), Athea Fleadh Cheoil, May 20^th1984. He won the Padraig O’Caoimh cup in Scartaglen in 1988. Took honours in the duet competition at Glin Fleadh 1988, once again teaming up with his neighbour Donie Lyons who was on concert flute.

Buddy was great friends with Padraig O’Cearbhaill (Carroll) from Glin. Padraig was principal at the vocational school in Abbeyfeale during my day’s going there, 1965/68. and Buddy told many a story of their journeys to competitions and wren parties together. As already stated, Buddy was a renowned fiddle-player and won numerous medals at competitions throughout west Limerick and north Kerry. Buddy won his first Munster trophy at Foynes in 1941 in a competition organised by Padraig among others. The two cycled to Foynes on that Sunday and as faith might have it Buddy got a puncture passing Mount Trenchard and with no kit to mend it, he continued his journey and back again to Glin, cycling on the rim, destroying both tube and tyre in the process.

On another occasion Padraig was teaching Irish classes in Athea and Buddy cycled in to meet him and to have a few drinks afterwards. It so happened that there was a wren dance that same night at Maurice (Mosseen) O’Connor’s in Ballygoughlin and the two of them on their bicycles, headed for the party, Buddy having the fiddle with him in Athea. They started out for home the following morning and Padraig said he’d accompany Buddy as far as Ballyguiltenane cross. Just as they were about to mount their bicycles, who did they see arriving on horseback from the direction of Ballygoughlin Schoolhouse, only the curate from Glin. Dances as such were strictly forbidden at that time by the Catholic church. Without a word, Buddy hopped on his bicycle and left Padraig to deal with the wrath of the priest. ‘Is that Feury off there’ said the curate to Padraig, he knew well what was going on. Indeed, Padraig wasn’t one bit concerned or unsettled by the priest’s arrival.

There is a poetic tribute to Buddy Feury by Paddy Faley in B.R.J. 1993 p143. See also B.R.J. 1991 p73 – Good Old Days In Musical Ways also by Paddy Faley.

See also link hereunder.

http://historicgraves.com/kilfergus/li-kfgs-0003/grave

(ii) James6 Feury,(son of Michael5 Mick Feury & Catherine Normile) b. 1909 and died September 6^th 1978, interred in Kilfergus Cemetery, Glin. In the month of March 1950, James married Teresa Keating, born circa 1912, Glensharrold, Ardagh and died, September 2002 at Drombanna, Co. Limerick. James & Teresa had one son, Private Feury b19.. who married Private Dillon from County Mayo.

Their children are Gerald7 Feury born 19.. and Rachael7 Feury born 19..

(iii) Josephine6 Feury (daughter of Michael5 Mick Feury & Catherine Normile) R.I.P. January 26^th1986 married John Hayes, Dirreen son of John Hayes and Bridget Dillon, Duagh, Co. Kerry. Josephine6 Feury and John Hayes had the following family:

(i) Catherine Hayes, who emigrated to England and married a man by the name of Edward Forde from Newmarket, Co. Cork. Family of two – Private Female and Private Male.

(ii) Private Male Hayes. Married in Mungret, Co. Limerick. (May have worked in the cement factory, was also good on the G.A.A fields)

(iii) Private Female Hayes, emigrated to Birmingham, England.

(iv) Private Female (Birdie) Hayes married to Private O’Connor, a farmer in Ballingarry. Family as follows – Private Female, Private Female, Private Male and Private Male

(v) Michael Hayes. A noted gaelic footballer who won a Co. Senior Championship medal with Athea in 1968. Michael later emigrated to England, died Jan 2022.

(vi) Private Female Hayes. who was born, 19.. married another man by the name of Private O’Connor from Bunnygara, Listowel and they went to live at Knockaderry, not too far from her sister Bridie and had the following family: Private Female, Private Female and Private Male

More on the Hayes family.

The Hayes family Dirreen originally came from Knockdown. John Hayes married a Riordan girl in Dirreen. Married into the Riordan place. They had a son John Hayes (spelt Hayse in Irish Genealogy) who on Feb 13th, 1866 at Ballyhahill church, aged 36 years, married Bridget Normile from Knockdown, aged 30 years, daughter of John Normile a farmer, the witnesses being John Hayes and Patt Hayes with James Hayes another witness. Family from that union 4 as follows – NB. Dirreen came under Clounleharde back in those days.

i. Bridget Hayes born on Aug 5^th, 1870 at Clounleharde, who at Athea church on Feb 14th, 1904, aged 39 years, daughter of John Hayes a farmer who was still living, married Maurice Danaher, Templeathea, aged 40 years, son of Maurice Danaher a farmer who was still living, the witnesses being James Hayes and Bridget Danaher. Family as follows – Tom, Moss, Jack.

ii. Mary (Mollie) Hayes born on March 20^th, 1872 at Clounleharde. who married Cregan from near the ‘Four Cross’’, Ballyhahill, Co. Limerick.

iii. James (Jim) Hayes Hayes, born on Nov 12^th, 1868 at Clounleharde. James emigrated.

iv. John Hayes born on Oct 2^nd, 1867 at Clounleharde, who on March 3rd, 1908 at Duagh church, married Bridget Dillane, daughter of David Dillane, deceased, the witnesses being Tim Riordan and Maggie Dillon and had the following family:

v.Johanna Hayes, born circa 1876. She died a widow on March 11th, 1905, aged 29 years, from T.B., her brother James Hayes from Dirreen present at her death. Johanna married Tom Liston, Dirreen, Athea (son of Patrick ‘Padden’ Liston & Nell Aherne) born on Aug 29th, 1876 and died on Jan 14th, 1905 at Dirreen, Athea, aged 28 years, his brother Denis Liston, Dirreen, present at his death. His death cert says he was married and that he died from T.B.

Jim Hayes born Oct 15th, 1918 who went to live in Limerick city. Jim worked at St. Joseph’s Hospital, Limerick City and was one of the stalwarts of the great Athea Football team of that era. Married Mary Donovan from Crecora, Co. Limerick. Jim Hayes died 2011

Margaret Hayes who married Joe White, Knockdown.

Bridget Hayes, born Nov 19th, 1910, R.I.P. September 28^th 1991 who married Charles Molyneaux, Lyreacrompane, Listowel, Co. Kerry. Family as follows – Female Molyneaux who married Male Cantillon, Private (Babs), Private Male, Private Male and Private Male Molyneaux.

Mary (Moll) Hayes born June 20th, 1917 who married Tom Flavin, Clounleharde, Ballyhahill, Co. Limerick..

Josie Hayes who married Jim Atkinson from Portadown, Co Armagh

Johnny Hayes born May 16th, 1909 who married Josephine (Josie) Feury, (as above).

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THOMAS DUNNE 1843-1908. THOMAS MULVIHILL 1833-1891 By George Langan.

September 11, 2024

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Thomas Dunne was married to Catherine Mulvihill 1843-1911, daughter of Denis Mulvihill & Johanna Horan. Thomas & Catherine had a family, one of whom was a son Denis (Denny) Dunne who on Nov 29th, 1894 at Newtownsandes church, married Catherine (Kate) Costelloe 1870-1905 from Knockanure, the daughter of James Costelloe & Margaret Quinlivan 1832-. The witnesses for the wedding were Maurice O’Connor & James Stack. Family from Denis (Denny) Dunne  & Catherine Costelloe as follows –

i.Thomas Dunne  born April 1st, 1895 and died at Knockfinnisk, Athea on Nov 23rd, 1973. On Oct 13th, 1917, Thomas married Ellen Lynch, born on March 25th, 1895 at Gortadromagowna, Knockanure, daughter of Michael Lynch and Ellen Sheehy from Knockanure. Ellen Lynch Dunne died at Knockfinnisk, Athea on Feb 7th, 1984. The witnesses for the wedding were Thomas O’Connor & Mary Stokes. On Dec 6th, 1941 at Ballyhahill church, Thomas Dunne’s son Mick Dunne married Mary Josephine (Bob) White from Knockdown, Athea, daughter of Patrick White, Clounleharde given on the marriage cert. The witness were James Dalton & Mary Windle. The marriage of Ellen Lynchs’ father and mother as follows – On Jan 31st, 1893 at Newtownsandes church, Michael Lynch, son of John Lynch of Knockanure married Ellen Sheehy, Knockanure, daughter of Simon Sheehy, the witnesses were James Stack & John Lynch.

Family of Mick Dunne & Mary Josephine (Bob) White as follows –

Male Dunne.

Male Dunne.

Male Dunne.

Female Dunne.

Female Dunne.

ii. Mary Dunne 11-5-1896-. No further information on Mary.

iii James Dunne 1897-. James emigrated to the U.S. and remained single in life.

iv. Mary (Madge) Dunne 1899-. No further information on Madge.

v. Catherine Dunne June 7th, 1900-1981.

vi. John Dunne born on July 30th, 1902 and died on April 23rd,1989. John married Catherine Wren from Tarmons, Tarbert on Feb 4th, 1928, daughter of Patrick Wren, the witnesses being – Thomas O’Connor & Brigid Dunne. Catherine died on Nov 26th, 1997.

vii. Bridget Dunne born on Dec 22nd, 1904. Bridget married Nicholas Mulvihill as follows – NICHOLAS MULVIHILL (son of Nicholas Mulvihill & Mary Mulvihill) was born on Oct 21st, 1908, died 1965 in Letrim East, Moyvane. Nicholas was married twice, firstly on May 12th, 1931 to Brigid Dunne daughter of Denis (Denny) Dunne, Dromurher, Moyvane and Catherine Costello the witnesses being Denis Windle & Mary Dore.

Nicholas’ second marriage was on Feb, 7th, 1944 to Margaret (Peggy) Faley from Tarmons East, Tarbert, Margaret’s father given as Timothy Horgan, the witnesses being Denis Windle & Margaret Enright. Family From Nicholas Mulvihill and Brigid Dunne as follows –

i.Denis Mulvihill. Denis married a Lynch girl from Moyvane and had the following family of 8 – 5 boys and 3 girls.

ii.Nicholas (Nicky) Mulvihill who married a girl from Co. Galway and has a family.

iii.Thomas (Tomo) Mulvihill remained single in life.

iv.Kathleen Mulvihill who joined the nuns and was posted to Texas, U.S.A.. (alive today 2021).

v.Mary Theresa Mulvihill who emigrated maybe to England.

vi.Bridget Anne Mulvihill. married in Shanagolden, Co Limerick.

Following Brigid Dunne Mulvihill’s death, Nicholas re-married to Peggy Faley from Tarmons East, Tarbert, Co. Kerry and had two sons – Teddy & Paddy Mulvihill.

Descendants of Thomas Mulvihill.

THOMAS1 MULVIHILL was born on 25 Jun 1833 in Moyvane, County Kerry. He died on 15 Jan 1891 in Leitrim County Kerry. He married MARGARET NOLAN. She was born in May 1833 in Moyvane, County Kerry. She died on 23 Dec 1916 in Leitrim East, Moyvane, County Kerry.

Thomas Mulvihill was the son of Michael Mulvihill & Bridget McCarthy. Michael Mulvihill was born in 1792 and died in 1866. Bridget McCarthy was born in 1791 and died in 1881.

Margaret Nolan was the daughter of Timothy Nolan & Margaret Scanlon. Margaret was born in May 1833 at Moyvane and died on Dec 23rd 1916 at Leitrim East, Moyvane.

Thomas Mulvihill and Margaret Nolan had the following children:

i. BRIDGET2 MULVIHILL was born in 1856. She died.

ii. MICHAEL MULVIHILL was born on 12 Sep 1857 in Leitrim County Kerry.

iii. MARY MULVIHILL was born in 1859. She died.

iv. THADEUS MULVIHILL was born on 14 Mar 1861 in Leitrim County Kerry.

v. NICHOLAS MULVIHILL was born on 13 Sep 1863. He died on 02 Feb 1932 in Leitrim East, Moyvane, County Kerry. He married Mary Mulvihill, daughter of Denis Mulvihill and Hanora Feury, on 19 Feb 1898. The witnesses for the wedding were – were Jerry Mulvihill & Thomas Mulvihill. Mary was born on 31 Aug 1872 (Aughrim, Movyane, County Kerry Ireland). She died a widow on 13 Nov 1937 aged 65 years, at Leitrim East, Movyane, County Kerry, Michael P.Bunce, Leitrim East present at her death.

vi. THOMAS MULVIHILL was born in 1866.

vii. MARTIN MULVIHILL was born in 1872.

Nicholas Mulvihill and Mary Mulvihill had the following 5 children:

i. THOMAS MULVIHILL (son of Nicholas Mulvihill & Mary Mulvihill) was born on Nov 9th, 1900 at Leitrim East, Moyvane. On Jan 10th, 1925 Thomas married Hannah Bunce, daughter of Patrick Bunce, Leitrim East, the witnesses being Denis Mulvihill & Catherine Jones.  Hannah died on Aug 5th, 1967 at the district hospital Listowel aged 65 years. Thomas died tragically, a widower on July 1st, 1970. Family from Thomas Mulvihill & Hannah Bunce as follows –

i.Nicholas Mulvihill worked at Listowel mart for years, married Brouder/Broderick without issue.

ii.Paddy Mulvihill emigrated to Canada and then on to Chicago. He returned home in the 1960’s, is married and lives at Farnamiller, Glin. It is of the belief that Paddy bought McInerney’s place in Tullyleague, Glin. (the postman McInerney’s)

iii.Maureen Mulvihill born on May 5th, 1932 and died in 2011. Maureen married Ned Sheehy from Duagh…He worked at Moyvane creamery. Ned was born in 1923 and died at Leitrim Middle on May 16th, 1994. Family, at least 7 as follows – 5 boys and 2 girls.

iv.Nora Mulvihill was born in 1939 and emigrated to Chicago. She died in 2016.

v.Denis Mulvihill was born circa 1946, emigrated to Chicago. Died 2010, unmarried.

vi.Thomas Mulvihill married in Glountane, Lyreacrompane, Co. Kerry to Lil Nolan. Thomas died on Jan 21st, 2022.

ii. DENIS MULVIHILL (son of Nicholas Mulvihill & Mary Mulvihill) was born on Aug 7th, 1902 in Leitrim East, Moyvane, County Kerry. Denis was a member of the Garda Siochana and was stationed in Cork, He retired to Glin, Co. Limerick and opened a barbers shop on Main St., next to Pakie Culhane’s drapery business. Denis was married without issue. I think he adopted a girl who married Woulfe (shop) from Killeaney Lower, Glin.

iii. MARY MULVIHILL (daughter of Nicholas Mulvihill & Mary Mulvihill) was born on Feb 5th, 1905 in Letrim East, Moyvane, County Kerry. On Oct 18th, 1924, Mary aged 19 years, married Michael Bunce, aged 23 years from Leitrim East, the witnesses being – Michael Carr & Hannah Mulvihill. and had the following family of 10, 8 of which I have accounted for hereunder –

Patrick Bunce emigrated to England. Following the death of his father he returned home to farm the land.

Nicholas Bunce emigrated to England and died there.

Michael Bunce emigrated to England and died there.

Margaret Bunce emigrated to New York.

Bridget Bunce emigrated to Manhattan, New York.

Helen Bunce emigrated to New York.

Novia Bunce.

?. Bunce.

?. Bunce.

Mary (May) Bunce – Mary married Paddy Collopy son of Tom Collopy from Bruree. Paddy was a member of the St. Patrick’s club in Limerick city and played in goals for the Limerick senior hurling team of the 1940’s. In the 1946 National Hurling League final in which Limerick defeated Kilkenny, his display was termed by the national press as ” classic.” (John Lynch & George Langan)

iv. MICHAEL MULVIHILL (son of Nicholas Mulvihill & Mary Mulvihill) was born on Apr 22nd, 1906 in Letrim East, Moyvane. Michael bought a house in Moyvane village. On Feb 9th, 1937, Michael married Ellen Mulvihill from Ballygoughlin, Glin, daughter of Edmund Mulvihill, the witnesses being Thomas Mulvihill & Mary Ellen Mulvihill. (same Mulvihill family as Geraldine Mulvihill nee Flavin, daughter of Bill Flavin, Glenagragra. Michael Mulvihill & Ellen Mulvihill had no family. (George Langan)

v. NICHOLAS MULVIHILL (son of Nicholas Mulvihill & Mary Mulvihill) as above.

From what we can gather the Catherine Mulvihill who married Thomas Dunne was not related to Nicholas Mulvihill.

My thanks to Paddy Dunne, formerly of Glenbawn, Ballyhahill, Co. Limerick and now Clarecastle, Co. Clare, (son of Mick Dunne & Mary (Bob) White) for the information on the Dunne family..

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DALTON FAMILY, ASHGROVE, NEWCASTLE WEST By George Langan.

September 6, 2024

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Dalton Patrick, Church St, Newcastle West, R.I.P….Patrick was the granduncle of my wife Vera, his brother John Dalton being Vera’s grandfather. Patrick’s father was Maurice Dalton from Ashgrove, Newcastle West. Patrick had a drapery shop at Church St, Newcastle West. Harry Knight had a pharmacy shop there in later years.

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LANGAN PATRICK, GLENAGRAGRA, ATHEA, CO. LIMERICK. R.I.P. Dec 28th, 2023.

September 5, 2024

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Langan Patrick…Monday, March 6th, 1950….birth of Patrick Langan, Glasha. His sponsors being – His grandfather, Paddy Langan and his aunt, Joan Lynch. Patrick died on Dec 28th, 2023.

On Mon Dec, 12th, 1983, built up the sides of the hayshed to make garage.

Jan 6th, 1984, Patrick got house phone connected at a cost of £550.

Tuesday April 23rd, 1991…Patrick and Eddie cutting turf in the Burma, Blaine till 2.30am, commenced again the next morning at 6am.

Tuesday Oct 13th, 1992…Patrick got his face burned putting a pole on a battery, the battery overheated and exploded. Luckily for Patrick that it was out sideways it exploded, still he had to attend the Dr. for medication.

Sun July 4th, 1993…Patrick was on the ‘Lantern’s’ tug-of-war team that won a competition in Glin, they won it last year as well.

Langan Patrick…1970’s,working on a tractor at Morrissey Bros, Killarney Rd, Abbeyfeale.

Langan Patrick…poem to his uncle Dan Lynch, Chicago on his 80th, birthday….

Langan Patrick…poem to the memory of his mother in 2009…

Langan Patrick hereunder pointing out a mini tornedo to me in the quarry in 2005.

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A few words I wrote about Patrick in Kerry’s Eye, March 21st, 2024.

Langan Patrick Memorial Vintage Run at Knockdown on March 24th, 2024. Hereunder taken from the Athea & District News, March 19th, 2024….

All Revved Up and Ready To Go

Patrick Langan Memorial Run

It’s that time of year again when all roads lead to Knockdown, Athea where Knockdown Vintage Club will host their Annual Charity Road Run on Sunday 24^th March. This year’s event is indeed tinged with great sadness with the loss of our esteemed founder and Chairman Patrick Langan who departed this life in December last RIP. This year’s event will be run in his memory – The Patrick Langan Memorial Vintage Run.

Registration will commence at 11 O’ Clock. Light Refreshments will be served before and after the Run.

The Mid -Western Cancer Foundation UHL and Parkinson’s Association of Ireland Mid-West Branch are the beneficiaries of this year’s event.

The Vintage Club welcomes all VINTAGE Cars and Tractors.

A raffle will also be held on the day with numerous prizes including –

€300.00 voucher for Fitzgerald’s Woodlands House Hotel & Spa.

€150.00 Voucher for the Crown Decorating Centre Newcastle West

Monster Hamper

And Numerous other prizes.

In addition, we have an extra House Draw on the day for amazing prizes: –

One night Midweek break at The Johnstown Estate Hotel and Spa for two including B & B and 4 Course Dinner.

€100.00 One for All Voucher.

Hamper.

And lots more

There will also be a special draw for all those who participate on the day.

A Super Auction will commence at 4pm where every thing from a needle to an anchor will be available at bargain prices.

Music by Different Sounds from 5 to 7pm along with Local Musicians who will entertain us during the day.

Come along and join us for a Fun packed day out.

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Poem to out daughter Emer, Feb 14th, 1998. Emer passed to her eternal reward on Feb 5th, 1998 at Beaumont Hospital.

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GLIN ITEMS, PAST & PRESENT, CLIPPINGS FROM NEWSPAPERS etc IN ALPHABETICAL ORDER… By George Langan.

September 3, 2024

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Ballyguiltenane Primary School girls football team which qualified to meet Carrickerry in the West Primary Schools Final. Photo, no names. W/O Nov 27th, 1996. Photo with names in Athea Parish News Nov 30th, 1996 after winning the final.

Ballyguiltenane/Glin Primary School Girls U12 County Champions 1997

Barrett Declan from either Glin or Athea. Weekly Observer June 19th, 1996.

Bexhill Cottage, Poem By Paddy Faley. Greyhound owned by Conor Sheahan & John Barrett, Glin that won the Oaks in Clonmel….Weekly Observer Feb 21st, 1996.

Connolly Jack, Ballinamadough, Glin 1916-2013. His story taken from Turtule Bunbury’s, Vanishing Ireland.

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Culhane Brendan, Killeaney, Glin

Culhane James, Glin…death of in the U.S.A. 1949.

Culhane Maurice, Merchant, Glin….death of in 1949. http://www.irishnewspaperarchives.com Limerick Leader.

Culhane Canon Michael, Turraree & Liverpool.

Culhane Mrs. Thomas, Killeaney, Glin, death of…. Evening Echo 1896, current, Wednesday, December 05, 1934. http://www.irishnewspaperarchives.com

Dalton Patrick Rev Fr., New York & Glin, ordained a priest by Bishop Charles J. Buddy of San Dieago, California, U.S.A on June 3rd, 1950. Said his first mass in the Bronx, New York on June 11th, 1950. Patrick’s father came from Toureendonnell, Athea. Patrick’s uncle was the Rev Fr. Patrick J. Cunningham, St Louis church, New Orleans & Newtownsandes, Co. Kerry. Limerick Leader July 24th, 1950 page 2. http://www.irishnewspaperarchives.com

Dillane Mrs. Ellen, Glin…Death of…. The Liberator (Tralee) 1914-1939, Saturday, April 07, 1917.

Dillane John Feury, Kinard, Glin son of William Dillane & Mary Feury was born on 01 Aug 1868 in Kinard, Glin and died on 03 Mar 1913 in Queensland, Australia. He married Margaret Trehy, daughter of Thomas Trehy and Mary Quinlan, on 03 Jan 1891 in Cairns Queensland Australia. She was born on 02 Aug 1870 in Fethard, Co.Tipperary and died on 10 Sep 1932 in Cairns, Queensland, Australia. (Mary King)

John Fury Dillane (Dillon) son of William Dillane & Mary Feury. Boy in the middle, back. His first job in Australia was as a horse boy for a surveying team for the Kuranda Range railway. (Mary King)

Fitzgerald Fiola, Glin….Monster Mushroom. Limerick Leader Sat Sept 5th, 1942. http://www.irishnewspaperarchives.com

Fitzgerald Francis, Glin…Inquest into his death…Kerry Weekly Reporter 1883-1920, Saturday, April 05, 1913. http://www.irishnewspaperarchives.com

Fitzgerald John, The Bungalow, Glin…death of in May 29th 1950. John was the son of the late Thomas Fitzgerald, Tennekilla. John was a retired Chicago policeman and had recently returned to retire in Glin where he had purchased a new home. John was married to Margaret Culhane. Chief mourners were his widow Margaret; Mary & Margaret Fitzgerald, (sisters); Mrs Catherine Scanlan, (sister-in-law); Thomas P. Culhane (brother-in-law) and many others.

Fitzgerald Maurice, Borrigone, Askeaton & Glin, Co. Limerick, death of on Dec 7th, 1950. Maurice was the Racing Manager at the Greyhound Track in Limerick city. Brother to Jack, Tommie, Michael, William, Fr. Dermot, Margaret & Kathleen Fitzgerald.

THE KERRYMAN JUNE 3RD 1950 http://www.irishnewspaperarchives.com

Glin Allotment’s scheme 1947…..

Glin / Athea Parish Records….Langan’s….From Nora Langan Ghauri.

Nora says there that she was surprised that my grandfather did not get the house as her father had Woods place, now Mossie’s. (the house in question is now Higgins’ where Paddy’s sister Margaret was married to Paddy Higgins) Nora goes on to say…Another strange thing is that Paddy’s old house was on land that went with her father’s place. He gave it over to Paddy some time in 1950 or 1957. She saw it in the deeds lately.

Glin…Bravery at…. http://www.irishnewspaperarchive.com Limerick Leader.

Glin Carnival… Opening of on Sunday Sept 27th, 1942…proceeds to be devoted to a fund to build a curates residence. Perks amusements being the big attraction and the opening dance proved very popular. Limerick Leader… http://www.irishnewspaperarchives.com

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Glin…. Cinema for April 8th, 1946. Limerick Leader… http://www.irishnewspaperarchives.com

Glin Coal Seams, 1944. http://www.irishnewspaperarchive.com Limerick Leader Mon June 19th, 1944.

Glin Concert Dec 1943…..Limerick Leader… http://www.irishnewspaperarchives.com

Glin Community Games 1989. Weekly Observer May 24th, 1989.

Glin Community Games 1990…Weekly Observer May 30th, 1990..

Glin Community Centre…Old School to be used…Weekly Observer.

Glin Community Hall...W/O Dec 1999.

Glin Coursing Club 1944…. http://www.irishnewspaperarchives.com Limerick Leader.

Glin Coursing Club Sept, 1947….. James Barrett M.C.C. Chairman presided. Edward Barrett appointed secretary in room of the joint secretaries Joseph Healy & Michael O’Connor who had resigned. They thanked Madame Fitzgerald, Glin Castle for giving the Demesne for the meetings.

Glin Dramatic Society, Limerick Leader… http://www.irishnewspaperarchives.com

Glin Fashion show…Weekly Observer.

Glin Fete, Aug 1941. Limerick Leader http://www.irishnewspaperarchives.com

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Glin Fleadh…Friday, June 4th, 1988…Opening of County Fleadh.

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Glin Fleadh 1996….

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Glin GAA Football Stand.…Opened on June 5th, 1989. Weekly Observer

Glin GAA – Defeat Athea by 1 point…Limerick Weekly Echo, June 6th, 1953..

Glin G.A.A.…Sept 24th, 1983…..Glin 4-3…South Liberties 2-3, Under 16 County Champions. Team as follows-

Glin GAA – U-14 Football…..1989. Weekly Observer

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Glin School West Champions 1997.

Glin Irish Night…at the Top of the Town, Glin on Dec 8th, 1988. Music by the Shannonsiders along with locals – Donie Lyons, Dromreask, John Brown, Glin and Dan O’Connor, Glenagragra. Vocals were rendered by Karen Ryan, Mai Daly, John O’Connor, John Healy, Mikie Dillane and Padraig O’Cearbhaill.

Glin Items….Kerryman 1928. http://www.irishnewspaperarchives.com Recent Deaths of…James Fitzgerald. Mrs John O’Shaughnessy, sister-in-law to Patrick O’Shaughnessy MCC, Glin. Thomas Normile, widower and father of 13 children. Mrs. Fennell, Miss Sweeney & Miss Jameson, as hereunder…….

Glin Items 1948…. Limerick Leader’s.…March & May 1948 http://www.irishnewspaperarchives.com

Glin Items….Kerryman 1904-current, Saturday, August 02, 1969 – Page 10. http://www.irishnewspaperarchives.com

Glin Items…..Limerick Leader Jan 3rd 1940. http://www.irishnewspaperarchives.com

Glin…West Junior football champions 1967…Tribute to by Paddy Faley

Glin Items 1983.

Kerryman 1904-current, Friday, June 10, 1983 – Page 6

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Glin Items 1996…Weekly Observer…

Glin, Knight of… death 1949…..

Glin Land Purchase Act 1913…..Advances made under the Irish Land Purchase Act 1913…Oct 9th, 1913.

Glin…Land Purchase Act 1916 – Estate of the Knight of Glin, Advances made under the Irish Land Purchase Act, Nov 1st, 1916….

Glin L.S.F. during the Emergency...Social Function on Nov 3rd, 1945 at Conway’s Hotel… www,irishnewspaperarchives.com Limerick Leader

Glin Old Age Pensions Committee. Limerick Leader… http://www.irishnewspaperarchives.com My grandfather Paddy Langan M.C.C. in attendance.

Glin Parish Church 1948…has now two beautiful confessionals and two beautiful stained glass windows to add to the three stained glass windows already in situ, thanks to Rev Fr. Carroll P.P.

Glin…Preserving the Past for the Future in Glin…W/O Wed May 26th, 1999 By Michael Hanley.

Glin Roll Book from the 1800’s…

Glin Storm...On Sunday Jan 30^th, 1983…during mass in Glin, a tree was blown down on the Dark Rd damaging several cars and the local dispensary.

Glin Tourism & Sporting Development.….Weekly Observer May 23rd, 1990….

Glin Tourism Plan 1996.

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Glin Trees….Padraig O’Cearbhaill…..Weekly Observer. Several people from Glin from away back mentioned in this article.

Glin Water Supply 1945.….test boring adjacent to the Carbury River to be carried out during Sept 1945 in a view to obtaining a sufficient water supply for Glin. It is also hoped that Glin town will be lighted for the coming winter.

Glin Whist Drive on Jan 1946... http://www.irishnewspaperarchives.com Limerick Leader…

Hogan Eily, Glin….death of 94 year old Eily on May 22nd, 2024. I had the good fortune to visit Eily on Tuesday May 14th, 2024 when I was on a visit to West Limerick. Eily had a wonderful knowledge on family history and would ring me almost on a weekly basis. Eily will be remembered as a remarkable individual who lived a full life into her 95th, year. Her extensive knowledge of family history and her regular communication with those she knew, sharing stories and insights, made her a cherished member of her community. Her passing on May 22nd, 2024, is a significant loss, and she will be fondly remembered by all who had the privilege of knowing her. Her contributions to preserving local history and fostering connections will not be forgotten.

Eily on her 94th, birthday.

Hogan John, Kinard, Glin, Eily’s father….. Limerick Leader Feb 25th, 1950. http://www.irishnewspaperarchives.com

Horan Maria, Glin…Floating Newry…Poem by Paddy Faley.. Weekly Observer.

Kelly David, Ballyguiltenane, Glin…..Kerryman 1904-current, Saturday, August 02, 1969 – Page 10. www,irishnewspaperarchives.com

Kelly Gary, Ballyguiltenane, Glin…Dancer. Weekly Observer June 12th, 1996.

Killeaney, Glin Soccer Team U10 Nov 1992, Eamon Langan, Glenagragra front, extreme right.

Kinnane Mikie, Glenagragra, Scort, Glin….reply to my questionnaire…..

Long Liam, Turraree, Glin, son of Seamus & Maureen...Sports Star of the Week Feb 14th, 1990…starred for Limerick senior footballers…

Long Mike, Turraree, Glin & New York….http://www.irishnewspaperarchives.com Limerick Leader Sat, July 6th, 1968 page 19.

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Mike Long, photo taken in Athea 1950’s

Loughnane Kathleen nee Cahill, Church St., Glin died Sept 1998..

Lynch Bill, Lil & Liam, Ballinamadough, Glin….Coopers Animal Health Milk Quality Awards Scheme.

Lynch Bill, Ballinamadough, Glin…..Letter of confirmation as to the story he related to me some years previous..

Lyons Donie, Dromreask, Glin. 20 year old cow gave birth to triplets on his farm in April 1989.

Weekly Observer

Lyons Donie & Caroline O’Brien..1993

Madigan Margaret, Ballyguiltenane, Glin…Award for her service to the Civil Defence….Weekly Observer, April 17th, 2024 p31.

Meade John, New York & Killeaney, Glin….On a visit to his relatives in Glin & Moyvane. Kerryman 1904-current, Saturday, July 02, 1966 – Page 13 http://www.irishnewspaperarchives.com

Moloney Willie, Glin…Weekly Observer March 5th, 1997.

Moore John, Glin….death of…. Evening Echo 1896,current, Wednesday, December 05, 1934

Morgan Thomas, Turraree, Glin….Sudden death, 1934…

Mulvihill Denis (son of Jeremiah Mulvihill) was born in 1845 in Aughrim, Moyvane, County Kerry Ireland. He died on 21 Jul 1926 in Dromisk, Glin, Co. Limerick, Ireland. He married Hanora Feury, daughter of James Feury and Margaret Carmody, on 17 Feb 1868 in Labasheeda Catholic Chapel ,Labasheeda, County Clare. She was born in 1846 in Lackyle, Co. Clare, Ireland. She died on 13 May 1934 in Moyvane, Listowel, Co. Kerry, Ireland. It is of the belief that Hanora was an accomplished concertina player. On line photo where it says the older woman in the photo is Mary Feury, wife of William Dillane i.e. the woman on right with child in lap. They coloured this photo. The boy on his father’s knee is Maureen Dillane’s father, Gerald Dillane. So the girl on the women’s knee must be Honora Dillane born 1906. Maureen Dillane is Maureen Fitzgerald, christened – (Catherine Mary Dillane). She was born in 19– in Glin to Gerald Dillane & Kathleen Barrett. Photo 1907 (Mary King)

McInerney Maureen nee Langan., South Mall, Glin…Letter dated 3rd, March 1985, to her 1st cousin, Nora Langan Ghauri, Glenagragra & London.

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McInerney Maureen.…

McSweeney Daniel, Ballyguiltenane, Glin…death of on Oct 15th, 1947… http://www.irishnewspaperarchives.com Limerick Leader…

McSweeney Patrick, Ballyguiltenane, Glin…….Patrick contributed several submissions to the Ballyguiltenane Rural Journal over the years. He was the son of Eugene McSweeney, carpenter from Kinard, Glin, his mother was Brouder from Athea. Patrick inherited the farm from his uncle Dan in Ballyguiltenane, where his father was born. Neither Patrick or Dan ever married. Patrick had brothers Connie & Sonny and a sister Margaret McSweeney.

CON MC SWEENEY GLIN & MAUREEN DALTON TEMPLEATHEA ON THEIR WEDDING DAY 1949.

L to R Back Row.Paddy mc Sweeney. Peg Dalton. Jim Dalton. Bernie Mc Sweeney. Mick Mathews & Wife. Margaret Mc Sweeney. Eugene Mc Sweeney. Photo from Pat McSweeney, son of Con.

Normoyle Jimmy...Glenagragra, Glin….died on Aug 15th, 1975 aged 71 years.

The Kerryman, Sat Nov 9^th, 1963 page 3 –

Ceili night in Glin was in the best traditions.

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Normile James, Glin….death of on Dec 1st, 1934. James was a tailor. His daughter Nellie Normile present at his death.

O’Brien Diarmuid, Scort/Glenagragra….Coleman Michael, Knockgrania, Co. Sligo. World renowned fiddle player. His Legacy and Diarmuid O’Brien, Scort/Glenagragra, Co. Limerick. W/O Wed March 18th, 2026 p28.

O’Brien William Smith 1803-1864, Born at Dromoland Castle, Newmarket-on-Fergus, Co. Clare. William was a member of the Young Islander movement who rebelled during the famine of 1848. In Smith O’Brien’s subsequent trial, the jury found him guilty of high treason. He was sentenced to be hanged, drawn, and quartered. Petitions for clemency were signed by 70,000 people in Ireland and 10,000 people in England.^[20] Michael Lynch from Glin, Jeremiah Mulvihill and Nicklis Mulvihill from Listowel were signatories. Every county in Ireland, excepy Offaly (Kings County) signed the petition.

O’Cearbhaill Padraig, Glin…Book Launch….Ba Bheannacht A Bheith Og…..Weekly Observer Wed Nov 1st, 1989.

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Weekly Observer

See Aso…Glin Trees.

O’Connor John, Longridge & Ballyguiltenane, Glin……

O’Connor John Inquest into his death……

O’Connor Nora (Nonie), Glenagragra, Glin. Her reply from a questionnaire that i sent her.

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O’Donoghue Thomas J., Dromreask, Glin….Reply to my questionnaire March 11th, 1997..

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O’Donoghue Thomas J…Letter to George Langan on Nov 8th, 2001

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O’Shaughnessy Patrick P., Riverfield, Loughill… Inquest into the death of…..1915 Kerry Weekly Reporter 1883-1920, Saturday, April 24, 1915. http://www.irishnewspaperarchives.com

O’Sullivan Owen, Glin….death notice…Evening Echo 1896-current, Thursday, April 04, 1935. http://www.irishnewspaperarchives.com

Pierce Richard (Dick), Ballygioughlin, Glin….death of…..Kerryman 1904-current, Saturday, August 02, 1969 – Page 10. http://www.irishnewspaperarchives.com Glin Items.

Rehid Josephine, New York & Glin. Kerryman 1904-current, Saturday, November 27, 1954 Page 7. Daughter of Michael Culhane, Glin. http://www.irishnewspaperarchives.com

Ross David Michael.….Grandson of Thomas & Brigid O’Connell, The Terrace, Glin….Glin Items…Kerryman 1904-current, Saturday, July 02, 1966 – Page 13. http://www.irishnewspaperarchives.com

Ruttle Mary nee Flavin, pictured on left…Weekly Observer Wed April 5th, 1989. See also under Glin Items 1969

Stack John Garda, Glin…. Garda Boxing Championships…son of Edward Stack, Main St, Glin. Kerryman 1904-current, Saturday, July 02, 1966 – Page 13. http://www.irishnewspaperarchives.com

Wallace Mary, Glin…death of following an accident at Glin school…. Limerick Leader. http://www.irishnewspaperarchives.com

No comments on GLIN ITEMS, PAST & PRESENT, CLIPPINGS FROM NEWSPAPERS etc IN ALPHABETICAL ORDER… By George Langan.
PADDY FALEY’S LETTERS & POEMS TO GEORGE LANGAN & OTHERS, POEMS OF PADDY FALEY & GEORGE LANGAN IN NEWSPAPER’S, ETC……

September 2, 2024

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Langan George.…Athea Bogs

Faley Paddy.…his poem to George Langan in relation to Kerry Radio Rambling house that he attended on Sept 30th, 1990……

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Transcribed as follows…

The Rambling House in Kerry Radio.

By Paddy Faley

If you’re down and out, from the doctor keep away

Stroll along out to Tralee, you’ll easily find the way

You’ll need no doctor’s medicine, for your worries soon will go

If you call into the rambling house, in Kerry Radio.

When you’ll hear Sean McCarthy and witty Danny Kane

Maureen Cronin’s funny verses, will drive the cobbles from your brain

Maureen Beasley will take you to Finuge, to dance like long ago

And she’ll bring back the platform, to Kerry Radio.

Gabriel Fitzmaurice will entertain you, with a lively song

And tell you all what happens, in the game of 41

From 81 year old Brian McMahon, words will forever flow

With his son Garry in the rambling house, in Kerry radio.

The talented musicians, will bring joy to one and all

Gerald Buckley and others, whose name I can’t recall

Dancing teacher Jimmy Hickey, will tip it heal and toe

To put life into the rambling house, in Kerry radio.

The rambling house is open, until 1 o’clock till ten

And any listener who likes the show, are invited to phone in

For the rambling house is clearly heard, from here to Ballinasloe

And the phone is always hopping, in Kerry radio.

So come on to the rambling house, twill fill your heart with glee

You’ll be treated to a sandwich, and a fragrant cup of Barry’s tea

Dan Collins will make sure, that the conversation will flow

To brighten up his rambling house ,in Kerry radio.

That’s why we have come here tonight, from our homes in Limerick West

To join in the jollity, that’s acclaimed to be the best

I hope our contribution, will not be so low

As to disgrace the famous rambling house, in Kerry radio.

So I’m sure that Donal Barry, Donie Lyons and Jerry Long

Will treat you with such music, that in your minds will linger on

Daisy Kearney our renowned ‘Seanchai’, will tell stories of long ago

To bring laughter to the rambling house, in Kerry radio.

Pat Brosnan and Pat Sweeney, two poets with honour to their name

Pat Brosnan a former Kerryman, from Lyreacrompane came

So to Tralee he’s no stranger, and will add to the show

With his ballads in the rambling house, in Kerry radio.

When talented Josie and John Reidy, lifts their harmonious voice

I’m sure the heart of every listener, with gladness will rejoice

Michael Kearney will keep up the chat, as for myself I don’t know

What good am I to the rambling house, in Kerry radio.

8/1/91.

Faley Paddy…letter to George Langan, Jan 8th, 1991.

8/1/91.

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Letter Transcribed as follows…..

Glenbawn,

Ballyhahill,

Co. Limerick

8/1/91.

Dear George,

Hope you had a happy Christmas and may you have a happy New Year with success in your literary ambitions and I hope your work will put the headlines in the bookstalls like John B.Keane. I’m sorry I’m so long in answering your enquiries re- Dramatic Class.

It must be in the late 40’s that Michael Long & the Barrett’s, Mick & Dan got the play ‘A Will and a Woman’. I think the book was lying around at Barrett’s for a few years before that.

At this time, we congregated at Maurice Higgins’ nightly and in the Summertime long before night fell, we enjoyed ourselves on the hill overlooking the Kerryline east of Higgins’ old homestead and there in Tom Behan’s raye we played many a hard game of football before retiring to Higgins’ kitchen to chat in a harmonious atmosphere.

We were all members of the P.T.A.A. and were at all times a happy and united bunch. We travelled on our bikes, which was the chief transport at the time, any place within a radius of 30 miles seemed not far away.

I remember in ’42 when I had my appendix removed in Croom Hosp, your mother, Peggy Dalton, Moll Connors & Nora Scanlon cycled all the way on their bikes to visit me and were not too tired to cycle that night to Mullane’s dancehall, Knockdown.

Michael Long I’d say was the man who got the Dramatic Class together. I remember he asking me (I was much older than the rest of the others) would I learn it and when I agreed to learn it off and he said, remember, you must act it as he thought I would consider it just a notion that would not materialize into fruition. And materialize it did and looking back now I’m sure if we had anyone of note to coach us, we would have won prizes with the talent we possessed.

Our first B act play, the aforementiond ‘A Will and a Woman’ had the characters, Michael & Christopher Donnelly brothers, played by Michael Long & Willie Higgins. Crookshanks, a solicitor played by me, Janette Jordan, a yank, played by Peg Langan, Mary Kate played by Noreen Higgins and Richard Delahunt, a travelling fiddler, played by Mick Barrett.

Our first performance, I think was at Behan’s Hall and then on to Athea where most of those who saw its debut, travelled to Athea to see it again. It was regarded as a great achievement at the time for people locally & in quite rural areas had no recourse to cinemas & such and were amazed that ordinary lads like us could take to the stage with a play & variety concert equalling any of the travelling companies.

We got great craic at rehearsals at Maurice Higgins’ and more so when it came towards the end when we dressed up to fill our parts. We had blankets across the kitchen partitioning part of it off for a stage where we had our exits and our entrances.

One remarkable feature was that none of our actors ever needed a prompt for they possessed great powers of retaining what they had memorised. We enjoyed many many nights during those glorious years and twas a common thing for the members of the class to be quoteing the words aloud and going through the actions when alone walking to or from work or in their idle time.

Accompanying our play were singers, step-dancers and musicians. Jerry Long, Mick Barrett, fiddle players, Mary Long & Catherine Barrett, stepdancers, Noreen Higgins, Noddy, Willie Higgins & Tom Langan, singers.

The second 3 Act we performed was the ‘Down Express’, followed the following year by the ‘Sorrows of Joshau’. At this time the season of Lent was kept free of dances by the church and so we had seven weeks in which plays was the sole source of entertainment and we presented our play twice weekly during the seven weeks travelling to such places as Athea, Abbeyfeale, Mountcollins, Devon Rd, Tournafulla, Glin, Newtown, Knockanure, Asdee, Tarbert,, Ballylongford, Ballyhahill, Murray’s Hall, Loughill, Ballysteen, Ballingarry, Kilcolman Library & so on.

Our mode of transport was Jack Higgins’ lorry, cuddled up in the back of it in a bedding of straw. We started in good time as we generally left the setting up of the stage until the night we were performing and there was usually a rush to get things in order before the door was open.

You ask me do I remember any lines from the play. I could almost quote you the entire play tis embedded so much in my memory and from time to time some of it fits into our ordinary conversation, more especially with the then members of the class. Other members, apart from those mentioned in the first play performed in the other two plays we presented, Mary Long, Nell White R.I.P. Pah Higgins and Dan ‘Carty’ Enright held parts in the later plays, Dan also entertained with a song.

I remember the admission to the halls where we presented our play at the time was, one shilling for standing accommodation and one shilling and six pence for seating on a backless wooden seat and there weren’t many seats in any hall.

The trip to Killarney is a bit vague in my mind, Jimmy Reidy’s was one of the cars that took us. Jimmy was not a pioneer and I remember he saying after entering the car after a few drinks, ‘I could drive it up a rainbow now’, he hadn’t the car long at the time.

The roadside platform was in vogue during the ’40’s and before it. Back in the late ’20’s a platform of concrete was laid down on the roadside near the ‘Cooper’s’ shop but like some of those it was eventually burst up after some dispute. There was a song composed about it by the late Paddy Barrett of Turraree. It opened like this –

This platform was modelled out in 1928,

By the stalwart men of’Gragra, in Dan Scanlon’s big estate.

It brought there crowds from Newtownsandes, Killeanemore and Glin,

To tip the light fantastic with Dirreen’s athletic men.

I remember reading another poem from the pen of Paddy Barrett on the ‘Glorious month of May’, all I can remember is one verse –

Hail month of gentle breezes, hail month of softest rain,

When thunder clouds hang o’er us and all nature breaths the strain

Then Phoebus in its element saves all nature from decay,

In the opening month of Summer, the Glorious month of May.

Pitch and Toss was another game popular in the locality but I’m sure you have dealt with that. One little incident I remember is when darkness fell on those playing pitch and toss on the roadway on a calm night they’d place a lighted candle near the ‘Jack’. The ‘Jack’ is what they called the stationery stone that at which they pitched the pennies and whoever was nearest the ‘Jack’ had the first toss of all the pennies and as many he turned heads he could keep. And then the next nearest tossed the ones turned harps and so on according to merit. Sometimes one of the onlookers would drop a spittle on the lighted candle and extinguish it in the process of the game raising angry voices among the players.

The small farmers in Glenagragra at this time were all dairying and had to transport the milk to the nearest creamery. There were no mechanical vehicles and so the horse, pony and donkey were a common sight on the roadway. Two farmers living in close proximity would share the chore of taking their milk. One would take the milk of both one week and the following week the other farmer would do likewise. This arrangement held good for some over a lengthy period but with others it was short-lived for the morning that one party might be in a hurry to start off early for the creamery the other party could sleep out upsetting the friendship.

In general back through the years there was great co-operation between all classes and all were ready to help the others in case of necessity.

I wonder have you received or read the last B.R.J. or what do you think of its contents. If I knew what formula you intend your book on ‘Gragra to be maybe I could help you some little bit. I am quite willing to do if I can.

All the best,

Fondest Regards,

Paddy.

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Letter continued………..Transcribed as follows…

Hello again George,

I started this accompanying letter on the 8th, it’s now the 14th, I held it over expecting to get more details on our visit to Killarney but none of those I sought information from could remember. I know we had three cars taking us there, one was Jimmy Reidy as I’ve stated but I can’t remember who the two others were, but it is likely they were two members of the group otherwise they would be in the photograph.

I remember that day we went through the Gap of Dunloe and at a place called St. Patrick’s Cottage we had tea and went mountain climbing and a mist gathered and we on top and we followed a stream to guide us down as we couldn’t see our direction in the mist covered mountain.

We took strong boots with us but your uncle Tom Langan forgot to bring his home with him but the kind lady who owned the residence where we changed our gear at St Patrick’s Cottage posted them on to him when he wrote to tell her about his forgetfulness.

I’m enclosing a few pages from the B.R.J. of an early edition about the ‘Gragra Dramatic Class which disbanded after 3 years owing to its members emigrating in the early ’50’s.

You may use it or any other of the items of mine in previous Journals if they are of interest to you.

You might return the printed pages sometime again that you are writing as I want to put them back in their place for I like to keep all the journals intact. You are welcome to my services if I can help.

Have you read the current issue of the B.R.J.. You had some very interesting material and I hope you are none the worse for your journey through the tunnel after your encounter with the dead.

There has been another edition this year of the West Limerick Journal issued by Tom Aherne, son of the late Paddy who lives in Glensharrold. I’m sure you would find it interesting reading.

Actually, the articles on ‘Gragra Dramatic Class, Knockdown and the Kerryline which I am enclosing are on its pages.

I’ll finish,

Wishing you all,

A Happy New Year, Paddy.

Glenagragra Dramatic Class 1949/1950, On an outing to Killarney and Kate Kearney’s cottage.

Front left – Ciss Higgins Faley, Catherine Barrett, Noreen Higgins Barrett, Nora Higgins Noonan, Peg Langan Faley, Mossie Higgins, Dan Barrett, Mick Barrett and Jim Flavin.

Back Left – Tom Langan, Jack Higgins, Mike Griffin, Willie Higgins, Jimmy Reidy, Paddy Faley, Mike Long, Jerry Long, Mary Long Collins and Mick Faley.

At Kate Kearney’s Cottage, Gap of Dunloe 1949/’50. From Left – Mike Griffin, Peg Langan, Mick Faley, Dan Barrett, Mike Long, Noreen Higgins.

Faley Paddy….letter to George Langan March 1st, 1991…..

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Above letter transcribed as follows……

Glenbawn,

Ballyhahill,

Co. Limerick.

1/3/’91.

Dear George,

I have read your interesting literature and thanks for your nice poem on Bill’s death R.I.P. I’m enclosing some material if it’s any good to you, you are welcome to use it in any way you like to fit in to your work. Tis a pity we weren’t living closer to each other as I’d be able to know better how to fulfil your requirements.

The age gap is so much between us that we live in two different generations, whereas you are inclined to write of the present where I am inclined to dwell in the past.

Have you seen the last issue of the Ballyguiltenane Journal. I think I mentioned before to you that if there was any items of mine in any previous journals where I was writing about the Kerryline you are welcome to use them also.

Attached here is a little poem about Bill’s Open Door which appeared in the local paper the weekend of his funeral.

I received the last material I sent you in double quick time.

I’ll leave it so at the present, if I’m any use to you for further material let me know and you’re welcome to my services.

Best of luck and success in your literary world.

Paddy.

P.S. I would like if you returned the printed material enclosed.

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The highlighted parts of the above letter are to clear up any copyright infringements that may come to light in my use of Paddy’s material in the Ballyguiltenane Rural Journals. There were some issues in the past in relation to the re-production of material, other than Paddy’s, in the said Journals.

The Ballyguiltenane Rural Journals (B.R.J.’s) first appeared in 1977. The three founding members were, Thomas J O’Donoghue, Patrick Brosnan and Paddy Faley. The last issue following the death of Thomas J O’Donoghue was published in 2015. They were annual publications that featured articles, poems, stories, and photographs related to the history and culture of Limerick and North Kerry. All the Journals are stocked in Glin Library. I have arranged that after my day of reckoning that my entire volume of Journals should be donated to the National Library, Kildare St, Dublin 2.

Faley Paddy…April 19th, 1991. On this day I wrote the following poem to Paddy Faley –

This is a poem that expresses the traditional practice of turf cutting in Ireland. Turf, or peat, is a type of soil that forms over thousands of years from decomposed plants in wetlands. It can be used as a fuel for heating and cooking, and has a distinctive smell and appearance. The bog in question was in Glasha, namely, the round bank, that was harvested by the Faley family for generations. The Faley family had been cutting turf from the Round Bank for generations, ever since they settled in Glasha. Underneath the bank, there was an ancient road that dated back to the Middle Ages. Paddy Faley showed me that medieval road of flagstone when I visited him one year during the turf season. The discovery invited us to imagine the distant echoes of those who once journeyed along its path, connecting communities and shaping the landscape of that part of County Limerick. The bank and surrounding mountainside is now under plantation. I have used some Irish words and phrases to describe the process and the landscape of the bog. The poem conveys a sense of pride and attachment to the bog and its history. It also acknowledges the hard work and skill involved in harvesting peat, and the beauty and comfort of a turf fire that blazed in the Irish Homes of Long Ago, {depicted in a poem that Paddy wrote many years ago}… The poem hereunder is written in a simple and rhythmic style.

Paddy! ’tis time you started cutting on the round bank today,

and begin a bit of stripping of this years cut-away.

There are lots of hairy ‘turtogs’ protruding from the ground,

and some ‘ciarains’ from last year’s cutting, are scattered all around.

And as you level out the bog-hole, a historic path you’ll find,

that medieval road of flagstone, our ancestors left behind.

And I know you won’t stop working, ’till the day is out of sight,

when the sods upon the heather, welcome in the cool spring night.

And when you’ve finished working, all around the bank you’ll see,

the brown and black peat fuelling, that precious commodity.

Faley Paddy…..As already stated, Paddy Faley and I communicated in verse on many the occasion over the years. Back in the month of April 1991 I wrote the following ditty entitled;

Next Time Paddy.

Paddy on the next occasion when I call to your sweet home,

Let us travel to the mountain where the ceannabhan is growing.

Let us stroll along the bog road o’er the banks of brush and peat

To that land of deep enchantment where old poet’s oft’ times meet.

Let us spend the hours composing on endearing days of old

When our hearts were young and tender carefree smiles always did hold.

Let us stare up to the heaven’s when the moon is shining bright

Count the stars as they start falling sing the hymn of ‘Silent Night’.

Paddy on the next occasion when I call to your sweet home

O’er the hills of Glenagragra we will gladly roam.

On April 15th 1991 I received the following reply from Paddy.

Eagerly Awaiting.

God bless that great occasion that I’m looking forward to

For I’d love to travel back the road of memory with you.

That mountain path endearing a welcome always hold

With a hand of joy extended to the travellers of old.

Who trod in carefree fashion o’er its carpet of brown heath

When the minds of men were Godly producing the necessary peat.

When our nature song and story ascended like a prayer

And the poets mind was aspiring with the wholesome culture there.

Which left a mark upon the memory that cannot be effaced

No matter how long he’s absent or where his footsteps strayed.

God’s fresh air from the mountain our cheeks will set aglow

As we hear the whistling curlew and the laughing ‘gabhaireenroe’.

The hymns of Glenagragra from its saintly hills

Shall cheer up the wanderer as his cup of memory fills

And he’ll sup again the flavour with gay spirit overflowing

In the haunts of his childhood where the ‘ceannabhan’ were growing.

So God speed the day dear Georgie when again you’ll hit the road

There will be a ‘cead mile failte’ awaiting you at my abode.

Then together we will travel the mountain route along

And our steps will be directed by the sign-posts of a song.

Our poetic minds together might a magic song compose

To tell to our descendents where we left the imprint of our toes

P.S.

To your fond wife and daughter I send my fond regards

I can see your name shine out amongst the greatest bards

Then the world will acclaim you descending from learned stock

And we’ll be proud of our genius born and bred in Glashapullagh. (ock)

God Bless,

Paddy.

Faley Paddy...letter to George Langan on Dec 12th, 1991.

Letter transcribed as follows….

Glenbawn,

Ballyhahill,

Co. Limerick.

16/12/’91.

Dear George,

I am enclosing our book of poems ”Verses from Abhabhan” which is being launched tonight in Ballyhahill Hall. I think it turned out alright after an awful lot of going to and from the printers to bring it to our satisfaction. I’m told that your name is mentioned among the contributing poets.

The idea was to keep it confined entirely to the poets and the subject from Ballyhahill parish.

I read with pleasure your interesting items and poems in Athea Journal which is at present in circulation and which I’m sure your mam will be sending to you.

I thought your poem At The Dawning of the Day very good, the most disappointing thing about it for you is that your name was omitted.

I thank you for your poetic tributes to *Bill & Mary R.I.P. included in the Journal.

I thank you for your good wishes and card for Christmas. The B.R.J. is expected on sale this weekend with the amazing number of 67 contributors.

Wishing you all well and glad to hear you’re in good form.

God bless,

Fond Regards, Paddy.

*Bill & Mary R.I.P. Paddy’s brother and sister.

1992.Faley Paddy on Gay Byrne’s morning Radio Show on R.T.E. Thurs Nov 19th, 1992.

1993.

Faley Paddy’s, Old Pike and Slean… W/O Sept 29th, 1993

George Langan’s reply to Paddy’s Slean and Pike..W/O Sept 29th, 1993.

Paddy Faley, Mary Humphrey & Tom Roche, African Wood Exhibition at Newcastle West Library, 1993.

1994.

Faley Paddy….letter to George Langan on Feb 2nd,1994. Paddy mentions an accident that I was involved in. A van ran into the back of me in the Phoenis Park at the later end of 1993.

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Letter transcribed as follows …..

Glenbawn,

Ballyhahill

Co. Limerick

2/2/94.

Dear Georgie,

thanks for your letter received today and I hope you are fast recovering from the effects of your accident. Yes your mother was telling me about it but I didn’t know you were not able to attend work since but of course I am out of contact with her for a good while but she did not forget to visit me in Croom and we recalled the time 54 years before when with 3 other neighbouring girls she cycled there to see me after my operation for appendicitis. God bless her she’s keeping in great form and please God I will be able to visit her soon again.

I wish to thank you too Georgie for your get well card and lovely poem received while in Hosp. All the nurses read it out and gave it great praise which ’twas worthy of.

This is the first time with me taking a pen in hand since Christmas for I had not the least inclination to write even that I had plenty time at my disposal but at the same time I didn’t miss the hours passing, I seem to relax and let the World go by and no day passed that I hadn’t some visitors to cheer me. I also received some interesting books which occupied my time.

I hope your song about Ireland will lead Ireland and yourself onto the Late Late show with Gay Byrne, what a wonderful pleasant experience that will be.

There is a woman from Ballyhahill Rosemary Bradley competing in Housewife of the Year competition. She has won the Co and the next step is an interview with Gay Byrne in Cork where a busload from Ballyhahill is booked to go. I wish her luck. Peg had a rough time while I was in Hosp as her mother-in-law was in a dying way at the same time so between us she was kept worried.

Mrs. Prendeville was laid to rest last last Sunday R.I.P. and your mother didn’t fail to make her appearance and offer her sympathy, the bond that was forged & welded 3 generations ago between the Lynch’s & Faley’s still holds good and may it always remain so.

The B.R.J was reviewed in the Leader last week by An Mangaire Sugach and you name and contributions was mentioned among the writers worthy of note. He called to Croom to see me but I had left for home the day before but I received a long letter from him a few days later.

He published a very nice book lately in conjunction with Aughinish. He had been writing a regular article for some time back and now it’s all put together in hardback book form with two pages devoted to every parish in Co. Limerick and some interesting photographs. The title of the book is Limerick’s Places and People.

I hope you’ll be able to read these scribbling lines as I’m writing seated on a chair with little support for my copybook paper.

Now I’ll conclude wishing you all the best that can come your way in health and happiness throughout 1994.

With fond regards,

Paddy.

1994.

Dear Paddy Faley By George Langan. Weekly Observer July 13th, 1994.

To Humorous Friend George Langan, By Paddy Faley, W/O Wed, Aug 17th, 1994.

1995.

Athea Cairde Duchais By Paddy Faley… W/O July 19th, 1995.

Ballyhahill, Man of Letters...

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Continued……

Brouder Con, England & Castlequarter, Ballyhahill.….By Paddy Faley

Glenbawn… Bard of Sweet Glenbawn By George Langan. W/O July 1995.

Lyons Patrick Rev Fr.

Owvaun Reviewed By George Langan.….Weekly Observer June 21st, 1995,

Scanlan Jimmy, Ballyhahill…Lament for By Paddy Faley. Aug 1995.

1996.

Faley Paddy… reply to my 1996 questionnaire that i had sent him………

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Transcribed as follows –

Glenbawn,

Ballyhahill,

29/1/96.

Hello George,

I am returning your questionnaire and I’m afraid I didn’t make much headway in finding for you the information sought. I visited 89 year old Mick Fennell who lives near Ballyguiltenane school but his address is Glenagragra as there’s a leg of Glenagragra going west to meet the Kerry boundary between Drumrisk & Ballyguiltenane. Concerning Bridget Lyons, Mick tells me she was the wife of his granduncle Lyons who lived there when the first of the Fennell clan came there from Tarbert. He had a long story about her husband deserting her and going off to England from where he never returned.

I thought Mick might know something the Shaughnessy girl who married in Clare but he don’t, neither does anyone else.

Mrs. Quinn in Glin was Catherine Drohan formerly. I was surprised you had to ask me that, seeing you know her son Mike so well or am I confusing the issue? as my mind mixes up things.

Continued………

I was told she had two children, a son & a daughter so I hope tis the right person.

There is no hurry in returning the copies of B.R.J. anytime you find it convenient.

It was reviewed by an Mangaire Sugach in last weeks Leader. He said he was interested in your article on ‘saving the turf’.

I believe you were all snowed in recently. We escaped the snow here but the cold is very severe.

I have seen & enjoyed your local video. The pictures came out crystal clear.

I’ll leave it at that,

Wishing you & yours,

all the best. Paddy.

Faley Paddy, letter to George Langan, Feb 1996…..

Letter transcribed as follows……

Glenbawn,

Ballyhahill,

Co. Limerick.

Feb 1996.

Dear George,

I’m enclosing the 1st, four copies of the B.R.J. for your inspection and to copy whatever articles you wish to index. However, I’d wish you’d return them to me as I have no other copies of them and I’m afraid the copies of all the journals will be difficult for you to find. I don’t think that Thomas O’Donoghue has sent any copies to the National Library for if he did I’d have heard him say. I have given a copy to the Library Newcastle West for some years back but not from the beginning so I don’t know how far back I started.

I have the other copies too from 81 to 85 they are of a larger size so when I hear from you got on with the ones I enclose I’ll loan you the others.

I am not so clear when you mention local history. Is it only Athea and Glin you wish to include as Paddy Aherne R.I.P. of Glensharrold published copies of West Limerick Journal. I wonder have you copies of his books.

Regarding your queries,

P. Hayes is from Crecora, Patrickswell, Co. Limerick. Henry Moran is son of Danny, Toureendonnell and is now living in Carrickerry with his wife & family. I don’t know the relationship of the Griffin but I’ll try and find out. I’ll also find out from T.J.O’D. who Jimmy Woulfe is.

Hoping you are all well and wishing you all a Happy New Year. I’ll be expecting to hear from you soon again.

Paddy.

Letter transcribed as follows…..

Glenbawn,

Ballyhahill,

Tues 1996.

Dear Georgie,

it’s nice to hear from you and I’ll try to answer your inquiries as much as I can.

Noreen Barrett is still finding no improvement in her almost lifeless hand in spite of checks and xrays, they still haven’t arrived at the cause of her complaint. She’s looking fine and feeling well apart from that.

I haven’t anything written for B.R.J. and wonder if I’ll find any subject to write about. I think my fount of inspiration has dried up. Sorry for delay in answering your letter. In fact I was up at Phil’s in Garristown for the last week.

Peg and two of her children were in Lourdes and I went up in the bus with them and stayed at Phil’s who drove them to the airport and collected them on their return and I came down again with them in the bus yesterday.

I’m afraid George I must this in a hurry as I have an appointment for a check up with the doctor.

Hoping to hear from you soon again.

Regards to all, Paddy.

(P.S. Sadly Noreen Barrett died from her ailment on July 21^st, 1997.)

Floating Newry...Weekly Observer March 6th, 1996.

1997.

Faley Paddy.…Poem to the Athea Parish News Jan 25th, 1997

Faley Paddy poem to Athea Parish News Feb 8th, 1997.

Reply from Pat Brosnan to the above poem…

Paddy’s reply to Pat…

Letter to the Editor of Athea Parish News re-above, name

Faley Paddy Banks of the Gale…Athea Parish News June 1997

Faley Paddy…..Letter from Paddy in 1997 in relation to another questionnaire that I had sent him…..

Letter transcribed as follows …..

Glenbawn,

Ballyhahill,

1997.

Hello Georgie,

I’m returning your questions and I’m afraid I didn’t get all the information you sought. I filled in what I could gather and left what i didn’t know blank.

It is surprising all the people that don’t know the names of their grandparents, paternal or maternal. A lot of the information I got from John Cummane’s wife, Mary Meade 82, Killeaney whose mother was one of the Latherdawn’s Connors from Ballyguiltenane. Her uncle Jim was married to your grandaunt Maggie Lynch.

I should have returned it to you before now but I delayed it thinking I might be able to answer more of the questions. I think that it is a fruitless job sending me anymore enquiries of the past for my memory is fading rapidly and my mind not clear at times.

I wonder how you go to all the trouble resurrecting the buried history of families but I suppose if there weren’t writers like you we’d have nothing to read so keep up the good work. The B.R.J., according to T.J is due anyday. Also, the Athea one is gone to the local printers, Carda Duchas.I was at the Seinor Citizen’s party in Athea today which was attended by around 80 ould people like myself. It was enjoyable with music, song & dance and eatables.

I wasn’t back in Glasha with a bit, I enjoy a chat with your mother of our young days gone by.

I think I’ll finish, sorry for not being of more help, If I was able to travel around I have no doubt but I’d obtain all the requested information.

Christmas is in the air so I wish you Vera & Emer a very Happy Christmas.

God Bless,

Paddy.

P.S. Mickey Normile died on 1/9/95 not on 1/9/96 as erroneously stated by me in B.R.J. 96/97. That confirms what I have previously stated about forgetfulness.

Bye Georgie.

Faley Paddy.…lettter from Paddy on Sept 18th, 1997. We had been on a holiday to Glasha the previous month…

Letter transcribed as follows……

Glenbawn, Ballyhahill,

18/9/97.

Dear Georgie,

I hope you got back in good form after your holiday. Well why I’m writing to you is to relate some information which I believe to be correct in relation to Paddy McBoy. Mrs. John Commane at the Lodge who is 83 informs me that the name was McCoy. That Ellie McCoy married O’Connor, Killeaney her near neighbour as she was Mary Meade before she married Commane. This O’Connor man she said came from near Abbeyfeale a grandfather of Paddy Michael O’Connor whom you may remember, he exchanged his farm for a farm in East Limerick and Mattie Dillane now lives in his house in Killeaney.

Mrs. Commane said this O’Connor who married Ellie McCoy had some good job which he gave up and devoted himself entirely to farming. She was able to trace Bess Mulvihill family whom she married Dan Cullhane and all the Culhane’s that descended from that marriage.

Further evidence I got from Peg Sheahan who told me that the hill near Paddy Michael O’s on the roadway was called Ellie McCoy’s hill, don’t it all seem to fit in.

About Philomena Ruddle who married Madigan in Kilbaha, Askeaton (not Kilbaha Moyvane) To me it is stated quite clearly that Fr. Madigan was her brother-in-law. At the time the article was written in 1983 he was ministering in Banoke, is now P.P. in Kilcolman. You might be confused with the two Kilbaha’s.

Fond Regards to all,

from Paddy Faley.

Faley Paddy.…another reply to one of my questionnaires from around the same time regarding Mick Regan….

Letter transcribed as follows…..

Mick Regan.

Mick Regan and his family were tenants in Kiely’s house for a time.

Jack King and his family were residence there after the Regan’s leaving it. Before that Jack lived in a little house near Willie Paddy Bill Dalton’s in Knockdown.

Mick Moroney his wife and family came there to live but they resided in a converted cowhouse across the road from the entrance to Kiely’s dwellinghouse. They eventually moved to a occupy a council cottage near Loughill.

John Connell, now deceased & famioly took up residence in the house *Mick Moroney left. He bought a portion of *Kiely’s place on the south side of the Co road and had a land Commission house built on it. His wife and daughter are living there, the daughter being married to a Geaney man. He is there too of course andm his family are very talented dancers inheriting the Duchas from the Connell’s. You might remember Teresa, she was married to Pat Joe Mullane. The Connell’s came from Newtownsandes and were noted for music & dance.

In relation to the above. *Kiely’s house belonged to John Kiely, Rooskagh, my wife Vera’s father. John inherited the farm from his father Michael Kiely but never resided there. Paddy Sheehan from around Tournafulla/Templeglantine bought the place from John Kiely.

Jack King and his family later moved to Carrickerry. No idea where Mick Regan came from or what became of him. *Mick Moroney came from Knocknaboula, Loughill with his wife and family.

John Connell didn’t buy the portion of Kiely’s place, John Kiely gave it to him as a present. They were great friends.

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Faley Paddy…reply to my questionnaire regarding Katie Flavin, Turraree and Mrs Ellie Moore, Knockfinnisk.

Letter transcribed as follows….

About Catherine Flavin.

Catherine or Katie as she was known by lived at McEvoy’s for a time but thr most of her life she spent working with farmer’s. She spent some time working at Culhane’s, Turraree, Mikeen’s near the crossroads below the creamery.

The later end of her life she spent at Brassil’s near Moyvane and towards the end of her life she came to Bill Flavin’s where she died. You should remember her there, or do you?. Ciss Higgins confirmed this information.

The Moore’s.

From what I can gather the Moore’s lived in Knockfinnisk where *Sonny Commane married into. Sonny is dead but his wife is still living aged 80 or thereabouts. I’m told by Jack Grady that she was an only daughter. Her father’s name was Jack so twas probably Jack’s sister was married to Michael Kiely in Toureendonnell.

Maybe I’ll find more information on this later. I didn’t find anyone with any definite account of *Denny Cregan. *Jack Grady tells me there was a Cregan man living in *Hartnett’s house in Glenbaun one time. He might be the same man.

Well Georgie, I received your questionnaire but I’m afraid I can’t be of much value to you. Being handicapped as I am with the means of travelling I am unable to make much contact or communication with those of the knowledge of the local past and then my 78 years old mind is not always in a mood for seeking or retaining such knowledge.

Wishing you all the best and every success in your efforts in preserving our traditions & culture. It amazes me how you go to all that trouble. I’ve seen your verses to *Tommy Moran in *T.W.O.

God Bless, Paddy.

In relation to the above letter….*T.W.O. means the Weekly Observer newspaper. *Tommy Moran from Toureendonnell, owner of the Red Cow Hotel, Naas Rd, Dublin. *Hartnett’s, Glenbaun, Bill Hartnett lived there in my time, on the left hand side of the Glenbaun/Carrickerry road. *Jack Grady was married to Peg Sheahan, Knockdown. Peg Sheahan mentioned earlier. *Denny Cregan was married to Michael Kiely’s widow. *Sonny Commane was married to Eily Moore. I later recorded an interview with Eily.

Letter transcribed as follows….

The Moore woman, Vera’s grandmother, I was told by Tom Aherne, Knockfinnisk of whom I made enquiries, was an aunt of Sonny Commane’s wife making Mrs Commane a cousin of Vera’s father and came from Knockfinnisk where Sonny Commane married into. There was another girl of the Moore’s married to Barrett at the Old Mill and a brother Jack married in Knockfinnisk, Mrs Commane’s father, who was an only daughter.

Hello George,

I am returning questionnaire with as much knowledge as I can find, I hope it is correct as I am vey prone to error lately and cannot be relied upon. I hope and expect since you have given a facsimile to Mikey Kinnane that he’ll supply you with the necessary historical information in the area around Glin.

I called on your mother a few days ago. She is in good form despite her pains & aches like myself.

Fond Regards,

Paddy.

P.S. Thanks for your poetical comments which has been given great praise by all who have read it and those who didn’t know you were such a gifted man at words knows now.

Thanks again,

Paddy. Excuse the mark of tar.

Faley Paddy….reply to my questionnaire of 1997 on a Denny Cregan from Toureendonnell, Athea.

Letter transcribed as follows…..

Regarding Denny Cregan of Toureendonnell, this information got from Mickey Liston, Knocknagorna.

In Mickey’s father’s time Denny was one of the farmers who kept a bull and the farmers from the surrounding area took their cows to be serviced and in return gave Denny a hand at the turf and hay etc.

At the time, Paddy Reidy, a young lad was working at Liston’s and himself and John Liston, that’s Mickey’s father often went to Cregan’s to lend a hand. Mickey said that this Denny was a greedy kind of a man. One incident of this was, there was a ‘meithal’ working there one day, this was after his wife’s death, and at dinner there was an apple pie on the table and while the worker’s got enough to eat they were expecting a sample of the apple pie but Denny ate what he could of it and put the rest aside without offering a bit to any one of the others.

But the chief point of my story is that Paddy Reidy went with Denny in a horse and trap, I think to Banogue, to where Denny came from and Denny it seems was very fond of the drink for he went to the pub during his visit and his mother told Paddy Reidy (who was expecting to be returning the same day as he went) to go to bed for she knew that Denny wouldn’t return knowing his habits. Well it was the evening of the next day when he returned in a drunken condition.

This seems to explain where Denny came from and it is very unlikely that he had a previous marriage before coming to wed in Toureendonnell. However I’ll try and seek further information on the matter. Apparently he came as a herdsman to Toureen and married the widow whose farm he herded.

Faley Paddy...In his garden Aug 1995, filmed by George Langan.

https://youtu.be/Aj5Rp5PqTCw?t=38

Faley Paddy…Minding The House….Credit – Irish Rambling House

https://youtu.be/WrjIhhDnFCI

1998.

Weekly Observer, Jan 1998.

Faley Paddy…Poem to Paddy by George Langan following Paddy’s fall at his home in Glenbawn in 1998…. The Fall, The Rise and The Farewell. Weekly Observer March18th, 1998.

1999

Ballyguiltenane Rural Journal review By George Langan…

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Ballyguiltenane Rural Journal 1999 By Paddy Faley.

2000.

Letter to George Langan Feb 2000.

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Limerick Leader http://www.irishnewspaperarchives.com

2001

Faley Danny & Ciss celebrated their Golden wedding anniversary on April 1st, 2001 as they did all their 50 years of marriage, sitting contentedly by the fireside of their humble home in Turraree. Golden Jubilee – Poem By Paddy Faley in A.P.N. April 5th, 2001. On April 5^th, 2006… death of Daniel (Danny) Faley, Turraree, Glin, husband of Ciss Higgins Faley.

To Doris Shire, Mungret

2016.

Faley Joe, Glasha, Athea & Canada…R.I.P.

Faley Joe contd.…

2019.

Faley Paddy, Oct 17th, 2019…Paddy Faley Remembered By George Langan..

Faley Paddy... W/O Oct 29th, 2025 Poem

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