In a notable development, the Limerick Corporation has taken a firm stand against the Government’s decision to order the banishment of four Irishmen from their native country. The resolution was presented and marked as read during a meeting of the Enniscorthy District Council, held this Thursday, with Mr John Sumott, Vice Chairman, presiding over the session.

The contentious government action has sparked considerable debate among council members, highlighting a deep-seated tension between the official Irish party stance and those opposed to it. The Limerick Corporation’s resolution criticises the government’s move, suggesting it as an undue punitive measure against individuals for their political beliefs or activities.

Mr Bowe, a council member, expressed concern over the underlying anti-party sentiment he perceives as driving the resolution. This sentiment indicates a rift within the political landscape, where opposition to the mainstream Irish party’s views may be contributing to the government’s harsh measures against certain individuals.

The council’s decision to mark the resolution as read, without further action, signifies a cautious approach to the matter. It reflects the complexity of navigating political dissent and governmental authority within the context of Irish governance.

This event underscores the ongoing struggle for political freedom and the right to dissent in Ireland, with the Limerick Corporation standing up for the rights of its citizens against what it sees as overreach by the government. The debate over this resolution highlights the broader issues of political expression and the limits of governmental power in Ireland, issues that remain at the forefront of political discourse in the country.

Dublin Daily Express – Saturday 21 August 1915