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Pettigo Village., 20 Boa Island Road Belleek, Enniskillen (2026)

11/06/2026

7-3-1924. Death of Mr John Gillespie, West Port, Ballyshannon.
On Sunday last a link with the older Ballyshannon passed away at his late residence, West Port, in the person, of Mr John Gillespie. Years ago, before steam ovens were known, he was foreman baker for the late Mr Henderson when the latter owned The Barrack. Afterwards he owned and conducted a grocery store in the premises, now known as the West Port Coach Factory, which he sold to the present occupant, Mr Michl. Gallagher. Of a bright and cheery disposition, he was highly esteemed in the neighbourhood.
The funeral to the Rock Cemetery on Monday, was largely attended.
The chief mourner was his son, James Gillespie.
Rev J. Trainor, officiated at the graveside.

7-3-1924. Death and Funeral of Mr. Michael Flanagan, Ballyshannon.
On Tuesday there passed away an old and respected inhabitant of Ballyshannon, Mr. Michael Flanagan. Some few years ago he retired from business, and resided on the Mall up till his demise. His Drapery and Dressmaking Business at the Bridge-End now Mr E Slevin’s Drapery Stores was extensively patronised, and he had a large clientele across the Channel. He was known to his many friends as a straight forward business man and his death is deeply regretted. The Funeral, on Thursday to Abbey Assaroe was both large and representative.

7-3-1924. BALLYSHANNON.
0n Sunday night, the snowfall was taken advantage of by the local ‘ sports'' to enjoy a few hours sleighing. There not being sufficient snow on the Main Street, enthusiasts commandeered carts, and shovels and wrought hard till they converted the hill into a fairly decent run.

7-3-1924. Donegal Petty Sessions.
Patrick Gallagher, Glebe, was summoned by Sergeant C. J. Callan for being drunk in charge of a horse.
The Sergeant said the defendant, who did not appear, was a horse-dealer. The animal was going about the streets of Mountcharles without a halter, and when caught showed itself to be very vicious.
Defendant was fined 20s or six weeks in Sligo Jail. ‘‘It is the most eloquent comment
I can make on conduct of gentlemen of that sort. The same complainant summoned Owen Kelly, Drumconnor, for being drunk and disorderly.
The Sergeant said he was shouting and using profane expressions. That was his fourth time before the Court.
Defendant, who failed to appear, was fined 40s or two months imprisonment.
Kelly was also summoned by Guard Madigan for drunkenness, and was ordered to pay a fine of 5s.
Mr. P Hanrahan said a man like that was a hopeless case and means should be taken to send him to an Inebriates Home. The next time he comes up for disorderly conduct there would be no fine.
Guard Timothy Roddy summoned James McIlwaine, Waterside Street, Laghey, for permitting an unlicenced person to drive a motor van of hi, and in a second summons he was called upon to answer for his failure to exhibit a rere light on the same vehicle.
Patrick. Coyle, McIlwaine’s driver, was summoned for driving without a license.
Guard Roddy said McIlwaine produced a licence in the name of Patrick Scott, and said Coyle was Patrick Scott.
Mr O’Hanrahan asked was there any reason for McIlwaine’s absence.
Guard Clooney said he saw him in town that morning.
Mr O’Hanrahan said if McIlwaine thought he was above the law he was making a very
serious mistake.
In the case for having no light, Mr O’Hanrahan fined him £2 or one month in Jail, and in the case of permitting an unlicensed driver to drive, £3 or two months imprisonment, the sentences to run consecutively. The last case, the District Justice said was aggravated by
McIlwain’s conduct in producing a false licence, and failing to answer the summonses.
Coyle, who also failed to appear, was fined £1 or six weeks imprisonment, and, said Mr O’Hanrahan to the Guards, when you are collecting the fines tell these people this is only a warning. If, declared the District Justice McIlwaine was brought before him again for breaches of the regulations he would fine £10 for each breach.

7-3-1924. BELLEEK COURT.
Belleek Petty Sessions were held on Tuesday before Messrs S. C. Clarke, R.M. chairman, M. Brodrick, E. Y. Elliott, C. W. Ross W. E. Coulter, A. J. W. Anderson, and H. Rathbone, justices. Mr. Coulter, J.P. referred to the impending transfer of District Inspector Moore to Belfast, and proposed a resolution expressing the regret of the Bench at his departure, which, was passed. The principal business was a number of cases of drunkenness, unlighted vehicles, and cattle wandering on the public road. A unique feature was a number of what Mr Clarke, R. M jocularly termed “family cases of drunkenness” in which a father and two sons in one instance, and two brothers in another were the defendants. On the whole the Bench
was in a lenient mood and fines ranging from 1s to 7s 6d with costs were the rule.

14-3-1924. Death of Mr. M. Flanagan, Ballyshannon.
Owing to limitations of space we wore unable last week to give but a brief notice of the death of Mr Michael Flanagan, Mall, Ballyshannon. Of Mr. Flanagan it may be truly said, he was one of the pioneers in establishing up-to-date, modern drapery houses, and dressmaking establishments in the town.
He was a son of the late John Flanagan, of Ballinacarrick, whom a few of the oldest inhabitants will remember was associated for many years with the road transport of goods to Londonderry, before the railway line connected Ballyshannon with Enniskillen. The son Michael, whose demise we chronicle left home at an early age to serve an apprenticeship in the well-known drapery house of Mulholland’s, Derry. He next went to Letterkenny, taking up the position of manager of Gallagher’s Drapery Warehouse.
After winning golden opinions. for his business capacity in the latter place, he returned to his native town to take over the business of his brother Edward, who had retired.

Then began a successful career in the establishment of a drapery and dressmaking depot, whose clientele were numbered not alone in the surrounding district, but also in England, Scotland, and America. Not content with devoting his whole attention to his own private business, Mr. Flanagan as one of the first members of the Ballyshannon Town Commissioners, was instrumental along with a few either prominent townsmen, in providing Ballyshannon with gas-lighting, a water supply, and a number of fine artisan dwellings. He was closely identified, and took a leading part in all matters tending to the welfare, and prosperity of the town and district.
Droll, witty, with a rare gift of repartee, Michael Flanagan’s company was sought by old, and young. He could, by a shaft of satire, or by hurling a witticism, light up the most, clouded social atmosphere. His death is deeply regretted by all who knew him for his well-known figure constituted a landmark in the History of the town. During his illness, Mr. Flanagan received the ministrations of all the Clergy in' the district, and was attended in his last moments by Fr. Deeny, who was most zealous in his attention to deceased. Connected, as Mr Flanagan was, with many of the best-known families in the district, his cortege was, representative of every creed and class. The remains were laid to rest in the family burial ground, Abbey Assaroe.—R.I.P.

14-3-1924. The Seed is Coming.
We understand that the Ministry has sanctioned a loan for £2,000 towards supplying seed potatoes and oats to small farmers and plot-holders in the County Tirconaill.

10/06/2026

7-3-1924. BUNDORAN.
More snow fell in the district during Sunday, and Monday last week than fell here altogether for the last ten years. Generally snow is very rare at this seaside, and few know the cause. One of the reasons advanced is its proximity to the Gulf Stream which infringes on the surrounding headlands and by its heats prevent snowflakes from landing. The. white carpet, however, did not last long as most of it was rolled up and flung away by the boys. Some of it however reached the floors of drawing and other rooms by the shortest route.
Amusements.
Even though Lent began on Wednesday, there does not seem, to be any lack of amusements. New “movies’’ have been installed in the Town Hall and are patronized liberally.
By the way, must not all films shown in the district be submitted to the Censor Committee of the local Council and a licence obtained ? This is the procedure in other places, but perhaps the matter is not insisted on here, it should be though.
Unity.
It is pleasant to note that the two local bodies are uniting in a common effort to improve this rather primitive health resort. Likely the Guide to Bundoran published by Mr Stephens some time ago will be revised, as the Council has guaranteed a portion of the cost. A local guide costs a fair penny, and never pays for the cost of turning it out, but there is nothing that adds tone to a place so much as an attractive guide, and money is well spent on its production.
Road Grant.
If streets, are to be rolled it ought to be the aim of those whose premises are not connected with the Main Sewer to have these connections made as soon as possible. The streets can never be what they ought to be if people are allowed to tear them up here and there for drainage purposes, just after the rolling is completed. Those people who are so wanting in civic duties should be made feel that they cannot afford to ignore the sanitary laws.
Rents.
From the Press it is seen that Ballyshannon Rural Council are determined to have their pound of flesh. A writ for nearly £600 has been served on the Urban Council for money due in connection with the cottages. Over and over again it was pointed out that this would be the inevitable result. Even at the last moment the tenants, who have been spoiled by over indulgence, should rise to the occasion and loyally pay the arrears due.
It may be time enough to save enormous expense, and the tenant who withholds his rent is not doing his duty to the public who provided the houses. FILMIST.

DONEGAL DISTRICT COURT. A PUBLICAN FINED. BREACHES OF THE MOTOR REGULATIONS. HEAVY PENALTIES.
The monthly Donegal District Sessions Court was held on Wednesday before Mr Sean O’Hanrahan, District Justice. Inspector Harry McGann charged Edwd. Dunnion, publican, Main-street, for breaches of the Licensing Act on Saturday night, the 2nd February.
Mr James Dunlevy, solicitor, who appeared for defendant, admitted the offence. Three boys, said Mr Dunlevy, got into the yard over a wall. The publican was in her bed. One of the three, found in the yard went up the stairs, said he was going to stay all night, and was found in bed. Mr O’Hanrahan—That is an old trick. I have been listening to that since I was a boy. Replying to Mr O’Hanrahan, Mr McGann said the hour was 10-40 and closing-time was 9 o’clock.
Mr O’Hanrahan jocosely remarked they had time, to get thirsty.
Mr Dunlevy said the Guard found him in bed. Mr Dunnion was the oldest publican in Donegal and had never been up before, nor charged with anything. It was the weakness of Mrs Dunnion, who did not like to refuse these boys, that caused her to give the drink, and he asked the District Justice to deal with him under the Probation of Offenders Act.
Mr. O’Hanrahan: Indeed I won’t deal with a publican under the Probation of Offenders Act.
Mr Dunlevy: He is forty years' a publican.
“Do you mean,”, said Mr O’Hanrahan facetiously, he is 40 years a publican evading the licensing laws.”
Mr McGann said the publican was never caught before.
Mr O'Hanrahan said the record was undoubtedly very good. Defendant would be fined 10s without a record on the licence. Mr. Dunlevy had met the case very fairly. James McHugh, senior, Raneeny, James McHugh, junior, of the same place, and Wm. Tierney, Donegal, were summoned for being on the licensed premises of Mr Dunnion. Guard Kiernan said he found the three men on the licensed premises. He saw then going up a laneway and heard knocking at the door and saw Mrs Dunnion subsequently supply them with drink. One of them rushed from the yard, where they were being served with the drink upstairs, the witness seeing him afterwards in bed with a cap and coat off.
Mr O’Hanrahan.: Which of the men is he?
Guard Kiernan. pointed out Jas. McHugh, senior. Proceeding witness, who was accompanied by Guard Anderson when the defendants were found in the yard, said Jas, McHugh told him he was lodging there for the night, but that statement was not true.
Mr O’Hanrahan : It is well Mr Dunlevy admitted this case on behalf of the publican. He anticipated what was coming.
James McHugh senior, said his son came off the Army that night and they thought they would have a drink before they would go home a distance of nearly three miles.
Defendants were fined 5s each.

7-3-1924. OBITUARY.
We very much regret to have to announce the death of Mrs Mulhern, of Ederney, Co. Fermanagh mother of Most Reverend Dr. Mulhern, Bishop of Dromore, and of Sister M. Loyola, Convent of St. Louis, Warrenpoint. The deceased lady was a native of Rossnowlagh; a representative of the oldest, and most respected family in the district—the Kellys—and sister of Mr Edward Kelly, of Ballyshannon. She had reached an advanced age, and for the past few months her health had been so indifferent that her death at any time would not have been unexpected. During that time she was very frequently visited by Most Rev. Dr Mulhern and Sister Loyola, and their presence must have been a source .of much comfort to her in her last illness. The end came peacefully on Wednesday morning, and the funeral ceremonies take place to-day, (Friday)-— R.I.P.

14-3-1924. FUNERAL OF MRS. MULHERN, EDERNEY.
The funeral of the late Mrs. Rose Mulhern, 88 whose death we reported in our last took place in Ederney on Friday last. There was a large attendance of priests—those unable to attend being represented—from the three Diocese with which Most Rev. Dr. Mulhern has been connected—- Dromore, Raphoe, and Clogher. The Bishops of Raphoe and Clogher were present during the obsequies. The laity of the district and of a large outside area were strongly represented.
The chief mourners were:- Dr. Mulhern, Bishop of Dromore; Mr. L. Mulhern. Ederney (sons) Sister M Loyola, St. Louis Convent, Warrenpoint. Miss Mulhern, Ederney (daughters) Mr. E. Kelly, Ballyshannon (brother); Mrs Quinn, Mrs. M A. Kelly, Ballyshannon (sisters); Rev. P. J. Kelly, C.C., Donegal, Mr. E. Kelly, Rossnowlagh, Mr. James Kelly, Ballyshannon, (nephews)—R.I.P.
(Ed She is buried in Montiagh Graveyard.)

08/06/2026

29-2-1924. A SPRIG FROM MOTHER’S GRAVE. (Donegal Democrat.)

I sent away a sprig to-day,
Across the Atlantic wave
To J. and P. both far away
'Twas plucked from mother's grave.

Strange, how it grew on that dear spot,
Which many tears do lave,
'Twas there that little sprig I got,
Twas there, on mother's grave.

How glad they’ll be to get that sprig,
Though tears 'twill cause (and save);
It matters little, small or big;
It comes off mother's grave.

Were they to get a grand V.C.,
Won for some deed so brave
Oh! what a paltry thing ’twould be,
By that sprig front mother’s grave

Were they to gain a fortune big,
And neither toil nor slave
They’d much prefer that little sprig
I plucked from dear Mother’s grave.

“We’ll fondly care this sprig” they’ll say
(So dear beyond the wave)
We’ll wear it on St. Patrick’s Day,
It came of Mother’s grave.

29-2-1924. OBITUARY
It was with general feelings of regret that the news of the death of Mr. Fred McCarville was learned on Friday evening. Deceased who was just out of his teens was a son of Mr. Josh. Carville, Erne Bar, Ballyshannon, and was a general favourite in the town. He served his apprenticeship to the hardware business in Messers John Myles & Co., and afterwards went to R. I. O’Neill’s, hardware merchants, Dundalk. Prior to his leaving for the latter place he was a prominent Volunteer with the result that his activities, both in Ballyshannon and Dundalk brought him under the notice of the Black and Tans and he was arrested in Dundalk. His detention and treatment in the Military Barracks in the latter town undermined his health, and shortly after his release he returned home in the hope of recuperating, but the seeds of his disease were sown, and despite all that medical skill, and careful nursing could accomplish, the end came, and that grim reaper Death claimed a promising young townsman to the intense regret of all.
The funeral took place on Sunday to the Rock Cemetery, a large concourse following the remains including a number of the old Volunteers. Fr. Trainor, C.C., officiated at the graveside.
The chief mourners were – Father, George (brother), Josie (sister), Mrs Kerrigan (aunt), P. Kerrigan (uncle). RIP.
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On 16th February, that grim Reaper Death, was busy in Doobally, when it claimed two members of the one household in the one day, viz., Mrs Susan McGrath, and her brother P. McCauley. Both were ill for a short period, and had the consolation of receiving the last rites of the Church. They were members of a well known and respected Doobally family, and their quiet religious, unostentatious lives was indeed edifying. Their many neighbourly qualities endeared them to all, and their kindly presence will be missed by a large circle of friends, as their door was always open to young, and old, and the ceilidhers have many remembrances of the old couples’ racy stories and hospitality.
The funeral on Monday was of very large dimensions, the remains of both the old lady and gentleman being followed to their last resting place by a large number of people. The chief mourners were : Brigid McGrath (daughter), Frank McCauley (brother), Michael, Thomas, James, and Patrick McCauley, and James Burke (relatives. RIP.

………. 8th January, 1922. Witness said they were all Irregulars at that time. Applicant said he had been boycotted.
Mr McMenamin, State Solicitor, handed in a report of the occurrence made by the R.I.C. then stationed in Bundoran, and submitted that it showed the case to be one of common robbery.
His Honour, having inspected the report, which was signed by the then Co. Inspector of the. R.I.C., said he must dismiss the application for compensation: Mr P. E. Rogers, solicitor for Bundoran Urban Council, produced another R.I.C. report dealing with the affair. It was signed by Head Constable Doyle, Ballyshannon.
Ardara. Co-Operative Society (subject to no claim having been made by consignors), goods, £25 ; expenses, 20s.
G. W. Tredennick, Camlin, £130 ; expenses, 20s.
“ When, the Staters come you can inform them that this is a reprisal for the Drumbo executions.’ ‘We are Charlie Daly’s men.” This was the statement made to Mr James O’Donnell, of Kilraine, Glenties, after his house, had been burned by armed, men on the night of 17th March,1993.
Evidence having been given, His Honour gave a decree for £1,370, of which £1,050 was for building with full reinstatement claims attached. Expenses, £15 15s 0d.
Giving evidence in a claim for £200 for the destruction of a dwelling house, the property of Robert Funston, applicant's son said the house was burned on 9th June, some days after the British military occupied Pettigo. Witness said he believed it was the work of Irregulars, some of whom he had seen in the neighbourhood.
In reply to Mr W. T. McMenamin. State Solicitor, witness said he knew that the British military had advanced two miles on the Donegal side of Pettigo, but that was only on 4th June. He never saw them on that road afterwards though he knew they claimed a two mile area around Pettigo.
His Honour said, taking all the circumstances of the district into account, he must conclude that the burning was malicious and would give a decree for £134 ; expenses, 20s.
His Honour refused compensation in a claim for £61 by Miss Cox, Pettigo. The damage for which compensation was claimed arose through an armed conflict in applicant's house between R.I,C., and a man named. Owen O'Donnell in January, 1922. O'Donnell was a member of the Volunteers and is now an officer in the Free State Army.
Mr. McMenamin, State Solicitor, submitted that the case was not covered by the Act. The R.I.C., was then a legal force.
FRIDAY’S AWARDS.
R. Anderson and Co., Ballyshannon, goods commandeered, £27 15s.
George White, Ballyshannon, goods commandeered, £84.
A. N. Anderson, Ballyshannon, damage to walls at Behey, Decree, £8.
John Timoney, Tullaghan, damage to walls, £172. Expenses, £5 5s.

7-3-1924. BALLINTRA NOTES.
A dance was held on Wednesday night, February 28th under the auspices of the Civic Guards to augment the funds necessary to carry on games recognised oy the G.A.A. It was quite a successful event, and part of McNamara’s Orchestra kept many gay couples tripping tirelessly to Fox Trots, One Steps and Waltzes, with a goodly sprinkling of Irish Dances to give a pleasing variety to the programme. A large number of Guards from surrounding stations put in an appearance—fine fellows all—and dancing continued till daylight was almost at hand.
As was anticipated the vicious attack, which a correspondent made in the columns of this, paper a few weeks ago upon the dance conducted by the members of McNamara’s Band, was the best advertisement which the second dance held by them on Monday night last could have received. Nearly double the number of those who came to the first event attended and there were many whose tastes do not extend to dancing, but who came on this occasion to see what the maligned Fox Trot was like. They have gone away with the impression that there nothing either extraordinary or improper in the dance in question. It held a predominant place on the programme, due, doubtless, to the notoriety which it had attained these past weeks in the press.
The music was of surpassing excellence. It had both a beginning and an end, and was not a sort of perpetual motion, which our vicious correspondent’s words would lead one to think. It was applauded to the echo, and there was not the least difficulty in knowing what was being played. It cannot be denied, of course, that there are some people whose ears are so constructed that they would not know the difference between good music and a man kicking, a door; but these people are an exception, and nobody would dream of, asking them to distinguish between the “ Dead March in Saul”, and the “Flogging Reel.”

7-3-1924. The Pictures (Rock Hall).
On Sunday night The Prince of Lovers, won universal applause. It was the life story of Lord Byron simply told ; how he was hounded out of England, and rose, magnificently, above it all in Greece. The Opera, ‘ Faust,’ was a real novelty, in the music for which the pianist, Mrs Murphy, was at her best; On Tuesday and Wednesday nights we had the ever popular Constance Talmadge in ' The Primitive Lover,’ a real enjoyable picture. On Thursday night ‘ Truth’ was followed intently.

7-3-1924. LOCAL SAYINGS.
Spring has come. Fresh dung heaps appear on the Mall Quay. Dumped under the Notice Board affixed by the District Council that offenders will be prosecuted. Certainly a waste, of paint, and taxpayer’s money.
A goat trespassing was described by its owner at the District Court as a “ pernicious ’ animal. The Justice apologised for the goat by substituting the adjective “destructive ' and finding the defendant three shillings and costs.
Major Myles voted for the amendment to grant the full pension of 10s to old age pensioners, in the debate in the Dai1 on the new old ago' Pensions Bill. He however found himself in the minority of members who respect old age.
He further voted at the meeting, on Tuesday last to give a share of the advertisements of the Tirconaill County Council to the “Democrat” and “Vindicator”.
Were it not for the presence and manly speech of Harry Kelly, and the backing of Major Myles, the Derry papers would have a monopoly of the advertisements. Voters please note.
The Derry papers have retaliated by refusing to publish a report of the proceedings.
We expect a new office to be created—an official reporter for the Council, and then Ratepayers Associations will have another grievance to ventilate.
Pork advanced from 5s to 6s per cwt. on Thursday from the previous week’s prices – and the farmer whistled a merry tune.

07/06/2026

22-2-1924. Robbery in Raphoe District.
Guards from Raphoe effected the arrest of a young man named McGinley in the Glen District on Thursday morning. He belongs to the tramp class, and it is stated that he is wanted in connection with robberies which took place in the Raphoe District some months ago. It is learned that the Guards have rounded up in various parts of the county several other members of the “gang” implicated in these outrages.

22-2-1924. G.A.A. FOOTBALL STRUGGLE.
The match arranged between a team. from the 43rd Batt. National Army and the Bundoran St. Patricks will come off on Sunday, 24th inst. at 2-30 o’clock in Gaelic Park, Bundoran.
No one should miss seeing this game, as practically all Ireland will be represented on the teams.
Several local players, now returned, from internment training have acquired the real style and dash.

22-2-1924. BALLYSHANNON QUARTER SESSIONS. COLLEGE STREET BARRACKS CLAIM.
Mr. P. J. Kelly, Derry, claimed £60 10s for damage done to College Street Barracks, Ballyshannon.
Mr P. J. Kelly, C.E., husband of applicant, in reply to Mr. D. McMenamin, B.L., said he saw the premia when vacated by R.I.C., it was then in good condition. The Provisional Government forces were put out, by Irregulars in March, 1922. Saw it again in July, 1922, when Irregulars were put out, and found damage as claimed for. Panels in doors were broken, interior fittings destroyed, and range broken, and a marble mantel removed, from the premises.
His Honour reported loss at £55 ; expenses 20s.
In a claim for £126 7ls, Mr George McCrea gave evidence similar to that given by other Pettigo applicants. Witness had a private residence on Northern side of the Border and was unable to get into the town of Pettigo from 28th May to 4th June, 1922.
Questioned by Mr. W. T. McMenamin as to how the list of shop goods missing was compiled, witness said it was made up after his return, as the goods were missed. Had no record of the stock, but knew pretty well what he had. Would not agree that it was made out at random.
His Honour, in awarding £120 and expenses 4s 8d said applicants memory had to be depended on to some extent..
Claiming £275 4s for personal effects, and injury to house, James Diver, of Ballytohey, Ballintra, bailiff for Cap. Hamilton, produced several threatening notices, and the stock of an old shotgun found after the fire. Three or four men came, and sprinkled liquid front a petrol can. The stairs were not altogether burned out.
His Honour said he thought the claim was somewhat exaggerated. He would give a decree for £50.
Claiming £185 9s 6d for goods, and motor cycle taken from Pettigo in June 1922, W. E. Murphy, Chemist, said he had himself been taken into custody by the armed forces who came to Pettigo about 28th May. He was brought to Ballyshannon, Drumboe and Glenties.
In reply to His Honour – Did not know how he had offended. He belonged to the ‘B’ Force and was an ex-serviceman.
After cross examination as to value of goods, His Honour reported a loss of £125 :expenses 30s.
Claiming £781 for dwelling house and contents wrecked by explosives or burned on 20th march 1923, Brian Monaghan, of Mountcharles, the applicant said himself, his wife, daughter and son got three minutes to clear out. Four or five armed men arrived at 1.30 a.m. They gave no reason for their action. When he got back three or four hours afterwards the house was in flames
Patrick Keeny, builder, said he estimated £129 6s 0d for repairs to the house. The walls were badly damaged by the explosion. Mrs Monaghan wife of applicant giving evidence of value of furniture, did not think the amount was too much for the size of house. The fur coat, for which £12 was claimed was worth £20 and £20 had been offered for one of the violins. Mr. Doherty said that £176in his opinion would rebuild the back wall blown down ; others appeared to be all right.
His Honour giving a decree of £400. Of which £180 for the building, with a full reinstatement clause said the claim for furniture and contents was somewhat exaggerated. He awarded £2 expenses and £2 2s extra fees for solicitors.
The following awards were also made on Wednesday – Messers Myles & Co., Ballyshannon, damage to electric lamp in Bundoran £18.
David Kirk, Inver, goods seized £40? 17s 6d; 3s 6d expenses.
David Kirk, Inver, £44 1s 3d for goods seized; 3s 6d expenses.
Imperial To***co & Co. Players Branch; goods taken from Mountcharles station 8th May 1922 £17 13s 9d.
Imperial To***co Co. same brand goods taken at Mountcharles 15th November 1922 £41 0s 0d.
Pettigo Co-Operative Society, damage to motor car £45, expenses 20s.
Same applicants, damage to buildings £26.
Guest and Neville, Pettigo £25? Shop goods and furniture expenses 2s.
John Waurk, Pettigo, £15.
Thomas Johnston, Pettigo, £46 expenses 10s.

22-2-1924. Donegal Girl Killed in London.
The parents of Miss Sarah Agnes Coyle, who reside at Cashel, County Donegal have received intimation through the local Guards that their daughter has been the victim of a fatal accident in London. Arrangements were made for the transfer of the remains for internment in the family burying ground near Doe Castle.
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DARING BURGLARY AT KILLYBEGS.
Killybegs Railway Station goods shed was burgled a few nights ago, and four cases of whiskey taken. Entrance was effected by forcing the lock. The Guards have the case in hand, and there is a likelihood of several arrests being made, when it is expected sensational things will be brought to light in connection with the raid.

SENSATIONAL ARRESTS.
The arrest of two men named Doyle and Bradley on Friday night last at Springfield Lodge near Bundoran in connection with the Baltinglass bank raid caused no little sensation. The men who it appears were in Dublin for some time on business, arrived in Bundoran on Thursday and next day Inspector McCann, Civic Guard, and one of the local guards with a detective took the two men into custody, and conveyed them to the local barracks.

ENQUIRIES. At a Special Court on Monday last, before Mr. J. A. Barry, Peace Commissioner held at the Civic Guard Office the accused were remanded for eight days to Sligo Jail.
Mr. Ramage, solicitor appeared on behalf of the arrested men. The greatest reticence on the part of the authorities, and no information has been allowed to trickle through. (1924 Bank Robbery Foiled by Beagh Garda, shot dead in the Raid.)

22-2-1924. ROAD WORK AT INVER.
To the Editor.
Sir in the report of the meeting of the Donegal District Council published in last issue, a paragraph appears re. employment of labourers on road work at Inver. I notice a member of above Council tried to lead the public to believe that the proper men were not employed in this Work. I claim to be the one responsible for the employment of all men connected with this work, and for that reason cannot allow the statement made by Mr. Maguire to pass unnoticed. Although this member is not worthy of notice my reason for appearing in print is to remove any wrong impressions from the minds of persons not acquainted with this man’ tactics. Of the seventeen men employed; twelve hold no land, but are the happy possessors of large families. The remainder possess small patches of land, but in my opinion were more worthy of support than the individuals referred to by Mr. Maguire, who when times were much better than they are at present, refused to pay rent for their cottages. Under the able guidance of a local ganger the work carried out on the roads referred to were completed in a manner worthy of notice as regards construction, and cost which goes to prove that the men employed were as good physically, as they were deserving.
Leo Mullen, Assistant Co. Surveyor.

22-2-1924. BUNDORAN.
Often it was suggested that the inshore fishermen should unite and form an organisation through which they might, have their grievances re-addressed. At last an opportunity is afforded them. The Arklow fishermen have launched an association which if loyally supported, will do much towards protecting the interests of poor fishermen unable, because of the smallness of their boats, and out of date fishing equipment to sn**ch an existence from the sea.
The scarcity of edible fish in Tirconaill Bay has become alarming, and rarely now is it worthwhile for the Bundoran fishermen to spend their time and risk their lives in following their avocation.
Before the advent of the foreign steam trawlers, abundance of fish was secured, and the Bay was literally teaming with herrings, turbot, sole, and other varieties. Disturbance of the spawning beds by the trawlers is stated to be the cause of the scarcity, but the increase of dog fish, which have become almost a plague and devour the small fry in millions, may also be counted as a potent factor in the decrease of saleable fish. Until steps are taken to banish these voracious monsters the scarcity of marketable fish will continue. The local fishermen will do well to form a branch of the Fisherman’s Organisation, and aid in presenting a strong case to the Department of Fisheries.
SHELTERS.
Practical steps have at length been taken to secure the provision of Public Shelters. The Local Government Ministry would not, owing to the straitened finances of the Urban Council recommend the expenditure of public money on even necessary accommodation.
A few members of the Council have arranged to borrow, and give their personal guarantee for the amount, proposed to be expended. This is the right spirit, and efforts will be made to indemnify these men without further taxing the public.
The Tourist Development Association is also making great strides to attract visitors from the British Empire Exhibition and the Tailteann Games. It will require the united efforts of both bodies to stop the rush which these two great attractions will cause, but, if advertising is done well, there is no reason to doubt that many trippers from across the water will pay a visit to this beauty spot.
If it is true, the Council are asking the co-operation of other public bodies of watering places, to have, the coming municipal elections held either before or after the months of July and August it is a good move as many visitors, here last season left to record their votes, and did not return.
Discharged.
The two men, Messrs Doyle and Bradley taken into custody on suspicion of having been connected with the fatal raid on the bank in Baltinglass, were released on Monday.
All the people were pleased, as they did not for a moment believe that either of the men was capable of being connected with such a crime. The greatest sympathy is felt for both men on account of the long time in which they were kept in custody, and the inconvenience arising from it.
FILMIST

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