During the Limerick Quarter Sessions, Judge Adams presided over a case involving an application for the establishment of a fair rent by a tenant named Maurice Meade, who was renting from the representatives of the late George Bennett.

In his remarks, Judge Adams acknowledged the significant impact of the tenant’s efforts in enhancing the value of the land. He emphasized that the tenant’s hard work and dedication had greatly increased the value of the farm. In contrast, he noted that tenants who neglected or reduced the value of the land might not receive the same consideration.

Taking this into account, Judge Adams expressed his intention to treat favorably those tenants who had improved the land through their industry. As a result of this perspective, the rent that had originally been set at £34 13s 9d, with a £7 abatement, was now reduced to £23. This decision highlighted the judge’s recognition of the tenant’s contributions to the increased value of the land, indicating a fair and just outcome in the case.

Limerick Echo – Tuesday 29 May 1906