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Customs Authorities Address Irregularities in Plague-Infected Vessel Inspections

Concerns have been raised over vessels arriving from foreign ports with potential plague infections, as they bypassed essential health examinations in Scattery roads before reaching Limerick. This oversight was attributed to the pilots’ lack of familiarity with water regulations under the board’s jurisdiction. To rectify this, the Customhouse authorities are… Read More

“Limerick Residents Celebrate Carnegie’s Generous Library Donation, Enriching Local Education and Culture”

Mr Carnegie has set a nearly unparalleled record in providing libraries and educational institutions across the United States, Canada, and the United Kingdom. His immense generosity has resulted in approximately £42,767,234 given to institutions in the United States and Canada and nearly £3,000,000 for around 150 institutions in the United… Read More

“Dublin Convention Resoundingly Rejects Birrell’s Irish Councils Bill”

In a decisive turn of events at the Dublin Convention, Mr Birrell’s Irish Councils Bill has been firmly and definitively rejected. The convention, representing a cross-section of Irish sentiments, conveyed a potent message of opposition, underscoring the widespread apprehension towards the proposed legislation. The rejection reflects a palpable tension between… Read More

Perfidious Albion: Fraudulent Actions in Irish Parliamentary Representation Under the Spotlight in Limerick

The French have long referred to the British as Perfidious Albion and evidence of this nickname’s influence has been witnessed in England’s dealings with Ireland’s parliamentary representation. Despite a rich past involving the Union and the Limerick treaty, England’s current inclination to disregard Ireland’s best interests for their own benefit… Read More

A Tale of Two Traitors: How the Fates of Former MPs William Smith O’Brien and Arthur Lynch Showed the Evolution of British Treason Sentences

One cannot discuss Col. Arthur Lynch, an Australian-born politician sentenced to death for high treason in 1903 for his role in fighting against the British during the Anglo-Boer War, without invoking the memory of a previous Irish patriot sentenced under similar circumstances – William Smith O’Brien. Born into an Anglo-Irish… Read More

Prominent South African Political Figure, Paul Kruger, Passes Away, Recently Been Made Freeman of Limerick

Ex-President Kruger of the Transvaal has graciously accepted the prestigious honour of the Freedom of the City, which was recently awarded to him by the Limerick Corporation, recognizing his notable contributions and accomplishments. This gesture solidifies and celebrates the connection between Kruger and the city of Limerick. However, in a… Read More

“TOLERATION” UNMASKS RELIGIOUS TENSIONS IN LIMERICK: CHALLENGE IGNITES DEBATE ON TRUE MEANING OF RELIGIOUS FREEDOM

In a fiery epistle signed “Toleration,” a concerned citizen has thrust the Mayor of Limerick into the midst of a contentious debate over the essence of religious tolerance, unravelling a complex tapestry of interfaith dynamics in the city. The fervent letter, published recently, delves into the controversial demand made by… Read More

LIMERICK MARITIME DRAMA UNFOLDS

LIMERICK, Saturday – The Marion Lightbody, a four-masted barque carrying 3,277 tons of wheat for Limerick, safely docked at Limerick on Friday night, concluding a harrowing journey fraught with peril for the vessel and its crew. The vessel, arriving from Geelong, endured a 102-day passage, arriving in Queenstown before being… Read More

Chaos on Lower Shannon Banks: Gale Ravages Estuary, Disrupts Limerick Steamship Co. Operations

The serene shores of the Lower Shannon estuary were transformed into a scene of turmoil following a fierce gale that battered the region, uprooting trees and leaving buildings in disarray. The tributaries of the Shannon—Glencarbry, Oraun, and Deel—swelled beyond their confines, unleashing torrents of floodwaters onto the adjacent low-lying lands.… Read More

“Limerick’s Historic Siege Resurfaces in Debate on Women’s Roles, Echoing Resilience Amidst Discussions”

In a recent discussion about women’s political participation and their perceived fitness for such roles, Mr Kettle pointed to a historical event that took place in Limerick, Ireland—the Siege of Limerick. The reference to this significant moment in history served as a backdrop for his argument, emphasizing the resilience of… Read More

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