Our Carrick-on-Shannon correspondent reports the discovery on a grazing ranch near Hillstreet, Co. Roscommon, of a large heap of human bones, believed to be those of members of an organisation known in the early sixties as the ‘Molly Maguires’ and it is remembered that a body of them were surprised at midnight drill by the police and after an exchange of shots the latter routed the drillers. Some eight or ten men were subsequently missed, and those bones discovered are believed to be those of the missing men, who must have been interred in haste.
New post office
In the Civil Service Estimates of the Government, a sum of £3,000 appears for the erection and completion of a new Post Office in our town. The estimate is divided - £2,420 for the Post Office and £80 for telephone. This grant will give much-needed employment to the artisans and labourers of our town.
Lanesboro procession
Owing to the serious illness of Mr. PH Farrell, Co. C, which has caused widespread regret in the district, and the lamented death of Miss Mary Gaughran, Ballyleague, the annual procession in Ballyleague and Lanesboro in honour of Ireland’s Patron Saint had to be abandoned this year. The organisers, Rev. Fr. Neary, Co. C, Messrs P. McDermott DC and Michael Pettit, regret very much the disappointment that has been caused to the hundreds who intended taking part in the parade, but under the circumstances they had no other alternative but to abandon the procession, which in previous years has been such a pronounced success.
Death of Canon Bourke Wright
We record with much regret, the death of Canon Bourke-Wright, MA, Rector of Athleague. The rev. gentleman officiated as usual on last Sunday week and early in the evening was seized with a stroke of paralysis. He rallied somewhat, and was at once attended by his son-in-law, Dr. Croly RAMC. Although everything possible was done to preserve life, he succumbed early on yesterday (Friday). Much regret is felt far and near, for the removal of so genial a spirit – an able scholar, a reliable friend, a good neighbour. He was a member of most of the Diocesan organisations and had been Rector of the Parish for nearly forty years. We tender to his wife and family our truest sympathy.
Death of Mr. TJ O’Keeffe
With regret we announce the death of Mr. Timothy J. O’Keeffe, which took place at his residence, Abbeyville, Roscommon, on Tuesday last, after a somewhat lengthy illness and at an advanced age. Deceased was for many years connected with public affairs in this town, being clerk of Roscommon Union. During the lengthy period which he held this office, he discharged the duties in a most efficient and capable manner and it was only advancing years compelled him to resign. He was held in very high esteem by all who knew him and his death is much regretted.
Scene at sheriff’s sale
In the Courthouse yard, on Thursday, Mr. CC Dignan, sub sheriff, held an auction of cattle and horses seized in pursuance of civil bill decrees against William Gilligan and Michael Kelly, both tenants on the Potts’ estate, for non-payment of rent. During the sale of the second lot, which consisted of a black cob, a scene occurred between the sub-sheriff and the bidders. A Mr. Frizelle bid £8, and Mr. Gilligan, for the owner, followed with £8 10s. Mr. Dignan inquired if there was any advance, whereupon Gilligan said he would withdraw his offer, as he considered it too high. Ultimately the lot was put up again and Frizelle was declared the purchaser at £2. 10s.
Brackloon death
As briefly announced in last issue, the death took place of Mr. Patrick Dolan, at his residence, Brackloon, Ballintubber, on Thursday, March 11th. The deceased, who had attained the age of 82 years, had been in failing health for some time previous to his demise and although his death was not wholly unexpected, the sad news was heard with deep regret by all who knew him. He was a member of an old and much respected family and was father of Mr. Patk Dolan, merchant, Roscommon and of Mr. Tommy Dolan, and for them and the other members of his family sincere sympathy is felt in their bereavement.
Do his duty
Under the heading ‘England expects every man to do his duty’, ‘The Graphic’ this week publishes a four-page illustrated supplement showing the inadequacy of the territorial scheme and the necessity of compulsory service.
