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Rise in Usage of Controversial Terms ‘Plantation’ and ‘New Plantation’ by Certain Groups in Ireland

In recent times, there has been a noticeable increase in the usage of terms such as “plantation” and “new plantation” within certain segments of the casually far-right community in Ireland. This trend has drawn attention and sparked discussions regarding its implications and underlying motivations. The term “plantation” historically refers to… Read More

Limerick Will Case Heads to Trial

In a significant legal development, the Probate Court convened yesterday before Mr Justice Madden to address the matter of the Fitzgerald v. Cusack case concerning a contested will in Limerick. Representing the plaintiff, Bridget Fitzgerald of Tullavin Hill, Croom, Co. Limerick, Mr P. Kelly, instructed by Mr P. F. O’Donnell,… Read More

Floods Ravage Limerick and Kerry

The aftermath of heavy rainfall has proven more destructive than initially anticipated in Limerick and Kerry, as flooding wreaks havoc across the region. Reports indicate significant damage to infrastructure and property, underscoring the severity of the situation. In Limerick, the impact of the floods has been particularly pronounced, with reports… Read More

Theft Incidents Mar Limerick Races

Limerick has recently experienced unwelcome incidents of theft during the past two days, casting a shadow over the racing events. Reports have surfaced regarding multiple instances of robberies occurring at the racecourse, leaving attendees feeling vulnerable and concerned. During the first day of the races, one gentleman fell victim to… Read More

Knackers Not Wanted: Irish National League Meeting in Limerick: Resolute Opposition to Partition and Conscription

A palpable sense of determination permeated the atmosphere at the recent Irish National League (I.N.L.) meeting in Limerick, where attendees fervently voiced their opposition to the policy of partition and the looming spectre of conscription. Chaired by Mr O’Callaghan, S.C., the gathering saw impassioned speeches and the adoption of resolutions… Read More

North Kerry’s Unique Lartigue Railway: A Relic of the Late-Nineteenth Century Light Railway Boom

Limerick, Ireland – The late-nineteenth century witnessed a surge in the construction of light railways, symbolizing a period of innovation and expansion in transportation infrastructure. Among these pioneering endeavours, North Kerry’s Lartigue railway stands out as a testament to ingenuity and unconventional engineering. Operating between 1888 and 1924, the Lartigue… Read More

Portrait of Arthur Wellesley, 1st Duke of Wellington: A Miniature Representation of Military Eminence, c. 1806–7

Attributed to John Wright, a distinguished engraver and miniaturist of London, this watercolour on ivory offers a vivid portrayal of Arthur Wellesley, later 1st Duke of Wellington. Positioned at three-quarter length, Wellesley, a renowned military figure, is depicted in the uniform of a major-general, adorned with significant insignia such as… Read More

Study of “The Peep-O’-Day Boys’ Cabin, in the West of Ireland” by David Wilkie: A Glimpse into Domestic Irish Life, 1835

Sir David Wilkie, a renowned figure in the British school of art, demonstrated his meticulous approach to painting through prolific drawing. This study, created for an 1836 Royal Academy exhibition, offers insight into the composition of his work. Depicting an Irish cabin’s interior where wool processing occurred, Wilkie meticulously portrays… Read More

ENHANCED AND COLORISED VIEW OF LIMERICK, IRELAND C.1890S.

The rare atlas presents an intricately detailed engraved, uncoloured view of Limerick, offering comprehensive insights into its geographical, historical, governmental, resources and productions, financial and commercial, inhabitants, educational, and religious attributes. Accompanying the maps are several pages of descriptive text embellished with exquisitely engraved depictions of renowned landmarks, local landscapes,… Read More