An ongoing right-of-way dispute between Limerick Corporation and Walker’s Distillery escalated when a barricade was erected across a passage leading to the Shannon in Thomondgate, to which both parties claim rights. Despite being instructed to demolish the barricade on behalf of the citizens’ right-of-way, Corporation workmen were met by the determined forces of the Distillery, causing the workmen to fall back.

However, during a surprise act, the City Surveyor led Municipal sappers and miners to catch the Distillery defenders off-guard, nearly completing the demolition of the obstruction before an “alarum without” sounded, bringing the opposing forces to the rescue. Fortunately, the presence of police on the scene prevented any imminent collision and a formal protest against the Corporation’s actions has been lodged.

This right-of-way case between Limerick Corporation and Walker’s Distillery continues to capture local interest, as both parties remain steadfast in their claims. The eventual resolution of this matter will likely have significant implications for the parties and the community.

Northants Evening Telegraph – Friday 08 August 1902