Battle in Dublin Raging All Night
In Dublin the revolt led by Rory O Connor and Sinn Fein forces raged through the night. Free State troops breached the Four Courts area while irregulars evacuated buildings and occupied hotels along Gardiner and Talbot streets. Casualties ran high among civilians with several dead and many wounded as government forces held firm and avoided British troops.
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Free State
Orange Hall
Moran’s
Gardiner
Talbot Streets
Irish government vows to govern as Free State shows resolve
In four courts British troops bombard Eamon J. Duggan's command now Home Secretary. Yet absence of troops undermines resistance, and observers believe O Connor will not hold out long. The Irish government backed by voters presses to govern with strong public backing for the Free State officials.
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Free State
Suffolk Street
Eamon de Valera
de Valera
Eamon J. Duggan
Home Secretary
O'Connor
O Connors Manifesto Vows To Fight For Republic
Rory O Connor commander of the insurgents at the Four Courts issues a manifesto declaring the boys are glorious and will fight for the Republic to the end. He notes three insurgents slightly wounded and recounts a 4 a m attack started at 4 57 a m with rifles machine guns and field pieces amid internal strife and calls for unity against outside assaults.
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Dublin
AssociatedPress
Republic
Rory O'Connor
Four Courts
Tom Ennis
Ireland
Casualties and Clergy Share War Update
Three casualties reported so far, all slight. Father Dominic and Father Albert are present with us. Send love to comrades outside and to the brave boys.
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Dominic
Father Albert
Provisional Government Moves to Restore Irish Liberty
An official statement explains that irregulars violated authority and prompted action to protect Irish liberties. It details extortion attempts on Dublin firms, a raid on Ferguson’s motor garage, and the seizure of law courts with troops surrounding the building. It asserts Irish forces, not British troops, are restoring order with civilian support.
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Dublin
Associated Press
Ireland
Belfast
Ferguson
Baggot Street
O'Connell
Law Courts
Fowler Hall
Dublin Four Courts an Imposing Structure
The Four Courts in Dublin stands as an imposing civic structure featuring grand arches and statues. Its architecture reflects a blend of neoclassical design and historic significance within Ireland’s judicial landscape.
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Dublin
Four Courts Building In Ireland Seized By Insurgents
The Four Courts, a circular topped masonry structure with a green dome and Corinthian portico, once housed the four exchequer and common law courts. On April 14 insurgents of the Irish Republican army seized it planning it as a permanent headquarters, despite prior political arrangements. Churchill cited the occupation as a South Ireland crisis needing resolution.
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St. Patrick's Cathedral
Christ Church
Four Courts
Irish Republican Army
Collins
de Valera
Winston Churchill
Ireland
House of Commons
South Ireland
Boy of 14 quits work when ready at Wood Mill
Lawrence June 28 John Faro 14 son of Mr and Mrs John Faro of 27 Middle Street reports to police that he believes he may stay away from his job at the Wood Mill without consequence. The father notified authorities about his son’s claim.
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Lawrence
John Faro
Middle Street
Wood Mill
John, Junior
Child Reprimanded Then Missing After Monday Absence
A child was reprimanded for not working Monday, then that evening ran away from home and has not been seen since. The report notes the absence and ongoing search by family and authorities.
Pink Pills Help Columbus Woman After Grip Attack
Mrs. Cornie West of 54 South May Avenue Columbus Ohio describes six months of indigestion and nervous symptoms after a grip. She credits Dr Williams Pink Pills with rapid improvement and urges others to try them, noting local druggists sell the medicine for 60 cents.
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South May Avenue
Columbus
Ohio
Dr. Williams
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