Battle Over Road Maintenance Powers in Limerick County Council
Representatives of the Limerick County Council recently met with Chief Secretary for Ireland, George Wyndham, to discuss the granting of powers for the maintenance of principal roads in the county. The council put forth a request to employ labour directly through their County Surveyor, a practice already implemented in authorities… Read More
Religious Freedom and Parental Rights: The Case of Violet Hegarty and the Complexities of the Legal System in Limerick
The case of Violet Hegarty, a young girl who was sent to a female Roman Catholic reformatory in Limerick due to theft charges, recently made headlines when her father sought a writ of habeas corpus against the institution. What made this case unique was that the Hegarty family had converted… Read More
“Chaotic Celebration: Crowd Storms Town Hall after Daly’s Re-Election as Limerick Mayor”
The re-election of Mr Daly as the Mayor of Limerick has brought immense joy and excitement among the locals. The overwhelming support and admiration for Mr Daly were evident on the day of his victory, as a large crowd gathered in front of the Town Hall to celebrate his re-election.… Read More
Queen Victoria’s Reign and Legacy: Mixed Reactions in Limerick and Significant Events in British History
Queen Victoria was one of the most significant British monarchs in history. She ruled for 63 years, making her the longest-reigning monarch at the time of her death. Victoria’s death on January 22, 1901, was a significant event that caused mixed reactions in different parts of the world, including Limerick.… Read More
“Reviving the Legacy of Patrick Sarsfield: A Reflection on Loyalty, Faith, and Patriotism”
General Sir W. Butler presided over a meeting of the Irish Literary Society at the theatre of the Society of Arts, in John Street, Adelphi, where an audience of eager minds gathered to hear Dr John Todhunter read a lengthy and captivating paper on the “Life of Patrick Sarsfield.” The… Read More
“Limerick Creamery Market Expert Testifies in Irish Butter Adulteration Case”
Charles Bowcott, a grocer and baker from Wellington, found himself facing charges of selling butter adulterated with 3% of water on November 22nd. Mr E. L. Wallis represented the defendant, who pleaded not guilty. Police Superintendent Cope testified that he visited Bowcott’s shop on the date in question, purchasing three-quarters… Read More
“Court-Martial in Limerick: Gunner Charged with Drawing Allowance for More Children Than He Had”
In a surprising turn of events, Gunner Patrick Hogan of the Limerick City Artillery Militia faced charges of drawing allowance for five more children than he actually had before the district court martial Limerick yesterday. Hogan, who belonged to the militia that was embodied last year, pleaded guilty to this… Read More
Case of Anne Egan vs. The Freeman’s Journal: Testimonies and Legal Arguments in Alleged Injury Trial.
The case of Anne Egan against the “Freeman’s Journal” was presented in court yesterday, with both parties represented by legal counsel. The action was brought by Anne Egan for damages due to injuries allegedly sustained by her at the hands of the defendants. The defendants pleaded they were not responsible… Read More
Judge Adams’ Solomon-Inspired Test Resolves Bizarre Dog Dispute in Limerick Court
In a curious case that recently unfolded at the Limerick Quarter Sessions, the courtroom was filled with an intrigued audience looking forward to an unusual legal battle. Presiding Judge Adams, known for his astute judgments, found himself arbitrating a peculiar dispute between two parties over damages caused by an allegedly… Read More
Michael McNamara: 110 Years Old and Seventy Years in the Same Dooradoyle House
A Limerick resident, Michael McNamara, has reached an incredible milestone: at the age of 110, he has lived in the same house in Dooradoyle, Limerick for over seventy years. Under the patronage of Colonel Gough and his family, McNamara has spent the majority of his long life in the same… Read More