Clonmel, Tuesday. A dispute in Ballyneety, County Limerick, reached the Petty Sessions, where Timothy Reardon lodged complaints against Mrs. C. M. Reardon and her son, Thomas M. Reardon. The charges stem from an alleged incident at Caherline Catholic Church on the 30th of August when Reardon was reportedly abused, being called a notorious grabber. In a countermove, a son and daughter of Mrs. Reardon had previously summoned Timothy Reardon for assault on the 23rd of July.

Presiding over the proceedings, Mr P. J. Kelly, R.M., ordered Mrs. Catherine M. Reardon and T. M. Reardon to provide an undertaking that they would not interfere with Timothy Reardon in the future. Failure to comply with this directive would result in imprisonment. However, Mrs. Reardon and her son chose not to give the undertaking, leading to their removal in custody to Limerick Prison.

The dispute, centred around events at Caherline Catholic Church, has generated considerable attention in the Ballyneety area. Tensions within the community have escalated, leading to legal actions with potential repercussions for the social dynamics and economic activities of the region.

Observers are closely monitoring the case, recognizing its potential to influence relationships within the parish and impact local industries. The outcome of these legal proceedings will shape the narrative of the ongoing dispute, highlighting the challenges of maintaining peace and harmony in close-knit communities, where personal conflicts can have broader consequences. The decisions made by the court and the subsequent actions of the parties involved will determine the trajectory of this parish dispute in County Limerick.

Weekly Freeman’s Journal – Saturday 16 September 1911