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Rev. P.J. Dowling Delivers Captivating Lecture on Exhibitions, Rev. T Cartin Appointed Parish Priest of Cappagh

A recent lecture by Rev. P.J. Dowling, C.M. Cork, captured the attention of a Limerick audience at the Limerick Catholic Literary Institute. Expertly weaving wit, knowledge, and eloquence, Rev. Dowling spoke of the Cork Exhibition’s lessons and compared them with the Dusseldorf Exhibition in Germany. He illustrated the effects such… Read More

LIMERICK PASSENGERS SAVED

In a heartening turn of events, two more Limerick city passengers have been confirmed as survivors of the ill-fated Titanic disaster. Ellen ‘Nellie’ O’Dwyer from High Place and John Kennedy are the latest additions to the list of resilient individuals who managed to escape the tragedy. The White Star Company,… Read More

“Father Fined as Son’s Irregular School Attendance Sparks Concern: Possible Placement in Industrial School Discussed”

In a recent court hearing at Sheerness, Magistrate Georfie Frederick Curry was fined and summoned for his son’s irregular attendance at school. The 11-year-old boy, John James Travers o’Grady Curry, has been a subject of concern due to his persistent absence from classes despite an attendance order issued last year.… Read More

LESS INMATES BUT MORE COST

A committee of the Limerick Guardians was appointed on Wednesday to investigate and review the expenditure of £114 on a new facility for the tailor and an apartment for the Labour Master. Mr Thomas Burke, deputy vice-chairman, expressed opposition to the proposed expenditure. He highlighted that when he first became… Read More

Limerick Corporation Contemplates Philanthropic Offer to Transform City Streets

Limerick, Ireland – A transformative proposal is currently on the table as the Limerick Corporation deliberates an offer by Irish-American millionaire, Thomas Nevins, to revolutionize the city’s streetscape. Nevins, a highly successful businessman, has extended an altruistic proposition to block-pave Limerick’s streets and oversee their maintenance for an annual fee… Read More

Allegations Against Limerick Priests Regarding Impoverished Individuals’ Dances Dismissed as Baseless

Limerick, Tuesday, August 30, 1904 – A letter attributed to an individual using the pseudonym “Rusticus” has emerged, making serious accusations against Limerick priests regarding dances held in the homes of impoverished individuals. However, the contents of the letter, filled with unfounded claims and malicious libels reminiscent of the infamous… Read More

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