During a recent session at the Cahirсiveen Petty Court, various cases involving public drunkenness, disorderly conduct, assault, and soliciting alms were addressed. Led by Messrs E.T. Lloyd, R.M. (in the chair), and Thomas McDonagh-Mahony, the court imposed fines and imprisonment sentences upon the offending parties. These cases highlight the persistent issue of excessive alcohol consumption and its consequences in the local community.

In one notable incident, a woman named Mary Shea was fined for being drunk in the courthouse while her husband had a case at the Quarter Sessions. Meanwhile, Hannah Butler, a tramp from Limerick, faced charges for both public drunkenness and soliciting alms. Ultimately, the court sentenced her to seven days in jail, hoping that she would not return to cause further disturbances in the area. Through these prosecutions, the Cahirсiveen Petty Sessions seeks to maintain order and address the ongoing challenges related to alcohol use and public disturbances.

Kerry News – Wednesday 04 February 1903