The local Fuel and Blanket Fund was launched last week in a meeting held at the Town Hall, with subscriptions including a generous contribution of £10 from Bishop’s Lordship. At the Corporation meeting that same evening, members pledged their full support for the fund’s collection efforts in various wards. While there were discussions about the distribution of coal, the Mayor defended the usual practice of entrusting the St. Vincent de Paul Society, noting their familiarity with the needs of the needy.

A prosecution against four women inmates of the Limerick Union for insubordination was adjourned as they promised to improve. The Local Government Board advised against purchasing expensive artificial legs for certain individuals and recommended more practical alternatives.

Various payments have been sanctioned by the Local Government Board, including temporary nurse Mary Coffey and other staff at the Limerick Union. The Corporation accepted tenders for socks and boots for night watchmen and practice for the Fire Brigade at different establishments.

The Mayor received £5 from the Limerick GAA Junior Board for the Allen Fund, while the Secretary of the Allen Fund in London acknowledged a generous donation from the Mayor himself. A local man, Edward Upton, was fined for drunk carriage driving. The funeral of Mr Thomas Larkin drew a large crowd, and Monsignor O’Riordan presented a donation as Peter’s Pence to the Pope on behalf of the Diocese of Derry, conveying the Pope’s gratitude to Bishop O’Doherty.

Limerick Echo – Tuesday 21 November 1905