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Blackberries September 2013

By John on 21 Sep 2013

As we picked blackberries in the boreen which runs from Curragh to Ballynamertinagh townland Julianna remembered and recited part of a poem which she learned in school during the week. When we got home Julianna recorded the poem to add to the photographs taken on our walk.

 

Ardmore Names - Ideas and slides - July 2013

By John on 05 Sep 2013

The schoolchildren of Ardmore National School are currently working on a project examining the old school roll books as a source for local history. I know this because, even though I am working 'up the country', I got a call last night to ask me how much the average school fees were in 19th century Ireland. (6 shillings seems to have been at the upper end of the cost range). The children and their teacher are examining the family names, occupations, health and even wealth of the past pupils of Ardmore.

 

The Tea Flag

 

Duffcarrick Coastguard Station

A nineteen century coastguard station situated west of Ardmore beach, subsequently moved to Dysert townland overlooking the bay, reportedly moved due to storm damage. Built in 1836 the station had accomodation for the coatguard members and families.

 

22 Grattan Square

A corner café on Dungarvans bustling Grattan Square. Previously a bank, and before that a restaurant, guest house run by 'the Missy Meades' from 1905-1952 and even a billet for the Royal Irish Constabulary at one stage.

 

The Irish Army in Dungarvan in 1922

By John on 02 Mar 2013

The Irish National Army was formed in 1922 and the early months were challenging for many reasons. Social turmoil was reflected in the logistical challenge of  running the newly founded army. A census of Irish army members was held at midnight 12/13 November 1922.

 

Cromwell's General in 1649 and a bomb in 1921

By John on 19 Feb 2013

Willie Fraher tells us of the demise of Cromwell's right-hand man, Lietenant General Jones at this address and rumours of poison. Reference is also made to the use of the house by military or police forces in 1921.

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