Germans in County Limerick Colonies Chronicle
The article describes four German settlements in County Limerick Ireland including Ballyorgan near the Cork border established over 200 years ago on Lady Ashtown's estate. It notes Lutheran worship, intermarriage, social distance from Irish Catholics, and claims of decline of these colonies with physical degeneration myths.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Australia
Ireland
County Limerick
Ballyorgan
Counties
Cork
Limerick
Bruff
Adare
Rathikeale
Lady Ashtown
Palatinate
Germany
Ballyongan
Luther
Publican and police tensions over Sunday drinking
A reader letter criticizes police raids on pubs and enforcement on Sundays, arguing plenty of liquor remains available and that officers deserve rest. The writer condemns zealots and urges balanced action, noting no widespread intoxication on Sundays for months and calling for moderation rather than crackdown.
Yorkrakine Doings: Railway Deputation Planned at Gray's Rock
A Yorkrakine district meeting at Gray's Rock on Sunday September 24 discussed railway links. A deputation to the Premier to urge immediate survey of the Yearty Yorkrakine North Bandee line was approved, with plans to secure league support and arrange date with Messrs Piesse and Harrison M L A. Officers were elected: President E Hutchison J P, secretary treasurer J W Diver, and committee Gray Hampton Hooper Murphy Patten. A vote of thanks to Everett was given. A Royal Commission on Agriculture visit to the district was also endorsed with a follow up meeting to prepare witnesses and evidence.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Yorkrakine
Gray's Rock
J. Diver
Uearty-Yorkrakine
North Baandee
League
Messrs
Piesse
Harrison
M S.l.a
E. Hutchison
J.P
J. W. Diver
Gray
Hampton
Hooper
Murphy
Patten
Everett
J. W. M1
Royal Commission On Agriculture
Benjaberring Briefs Celebrate Local Guests and Sendoff
Last week privates T. M. Davies and W. G. Lawis were entertained at Benjaberring with a wall etto and toasts. Mrs Sears praised the supper while both guests responded suitably. Ladies host a pleasant evening. songs and dancing continued till near dawn. A farewell gathering for Mrs Shenstyy of Victoria marked her departure to the East on September 30. The weather remains dry with hopes for a good downpour soon.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
T. M. Davies
W. G. Lawis
W. J. Bentley
Mrs. Shenstyy
Victoria
Katoomba
Christmas in the trenches appeal for Western Australia gifts
The Trench Comfort Fund committee of the Victoria League asks for help to supply 12000 laces for France 2000 tins for Egypt and 7000 puddings as Western Australia’s allotment from the Australian Comfort Fund. Items are obtainable at Boundres Welling ton Street Victoria League Dept 103 Murray Street and Bean Bros. Boans will supply and dispatch bellies retailing from 5 shillings.
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Trench Comfort Fund
Victoria League
Tenches
France
Egypt
Austestia
Australian Comfort Fund
Messrs Boundres
Wellington Street
Murray Street
Messrs Bean Bros
Boans
Railway Parade at Goomal Ing Conducted on High-Class Lines
A railway parade titled High-Class Lines took place along the Goomal Ing route. Officials and spectators observed ceremonial movements showcasing railway progress and technology.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Goomalling
West settles score as sergeant and private misfire
A sergeant angry at a private who could not hit the target told him to shoot himself. The private went to a wall and fired, then explained it was another mist. The incident surprised onlookers and left the two men facing the consequences.
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Rycen
Ladies Recommend Them for All Female Complaints
Readers are advised to seek genuine remedies with proper signatures and validation for all female complaints. The notice emphasizes authenticity and caution in selecting such products or treatments.
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Foy & Gibson Pty. Ltd
Hay Street
St. George’s Terrace
Rathkeale
Ballygan
Beruf
Lochaber
Yorkrakine Doings
Benjaberring Briefs
Uardian Assurance Company, Limited
J. Co, Melman
Bramall
Watkins & Mitchell
Northam
Hannah
Miss Brennan
Donaldson & Collins
Bert Teague
Martin
Auistratia
Southampton
Engtaxi
E. T. Henley
BRASS
L. Antony
Fitegerald Street
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