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January 1st 1949 Busy Christmas Eve in the shops in Cavan. Run up to Christmas very quiet but crowds flocked to the shopping areas on Christmas Eve.

Cavan Pavillion Club present ‘Cinderella’ in the Town Hall with cast of 45. Great music and comedy with topical sketches

January 8th 1949 Social and presentation in the Farnham Hotel of a canteen of cutlery to Mrs B Whelan who recently sold her Upper Main Street premises to Maurice Brady.

Death of William H Bennett Gardener College Street.He was brother of John Bennett former employee of GNR.

Darragh Smith and Gerry Hunt in serious car accident near Oldcastle when their car skidded on the treacherous slippy roads.

Josephine Sheridan (Nee Donohoe Kilnaleck) and formerly of the Main Post Office is appointed Postmistress at Upper Main Street with her premises situated at Auburn House.

January 15th 1949 Royal Jester with a cast of 75 is staged by the pupils of the De La Salle School in the Poor Clare Convent Concert Hall.

Patrick Reilly is The Jester John Joe Reilly is the Commander in Chief and Sean Woods is the King of The Cavania.

1^st ever Saint Patrick’s College Past Pupils Dinner Dance in College. The short appearance of the very popular Bishop Lyons is greeted with loud sustained applause.

January 22nd 1949 Maurice Brady etc

Ena Hickey is badminton singles champion in both League and Championship at the Pavillion Lawn Tennis Club. She is also won the Ladies’ Tennis League and Championship. Vera Brady Town Hall Street was the Runner Up and Valerie McCarren the leading juvenile. Awards presented at the Annual Pavillion Dinner in the Farnham Hotel where Maisie Magee entertained the guests on the piano

February 12th 1949 Richall Caddell buys Connolly’s Boot Store at 59 Main Street (Veale’s) for £2,000

Death of Ann Leddy College Street wife of George Leddy Master Baker.

Cardinal Mindzenty Primate of Poland shows no emotion as he is found guilty of ”treason conspiracy against the Republic and currency speculation”. He is sentenced to life imprisonment.

Miss Joan Gannon staying with her aunt Mrs John F O Hanlon Farnham Street. Joan is employed with Sabrina Airlines and is returning from a conference in Stockholm.

D Greene from Ballygawley Sligo pays a record for one of Cavan’s public houses- £4,800 for the Eagle Bar in Bridge Street.

Work begins on the erection of the new 40 house development at Kilnavara ( Saint Felim’s Place).The Council are building the houses in blocks of 4 by direct labour. “Somewhat hilly approach but fine elevated site adjacent to Swellan Lake”!

February 26^th 1949  Over 400 attend the Nurses Dance in the Town Hall with music by Jimmy Masson and the Gresham Orchestra.

Same Week John Gilchreest Plasterer dies in England. Outstanding member of the first Slashers team of 1888.Survived by his brother Matt in Connolly Street.

Death of Tom Brady Tullyco at the residence of his brother Gus in Church Street. Funeral from the Cathedral.

Death of William Dempsey former member of the British Army and Cavan Labour Band. Uncle of Cavan All Ireland footballer Willie Doonan.

March 5th 1949 1^st Cavan Gun Club Dinner 1949.Speakers include Father P J Gargan Jack Halpin Father Charles Travers Saint Patrick’s College and George Maloney Senior.

Patrick Kirby Butcher in Mrs Joe Hickeys 2^nd in Irish Hide Flaying at Dublin Abattoir and is rewarded with a cheque for £50.

March 12^th 1949 Death of Fanny Hewitt former Postmistress at Drumconnick. Funeral from Kilmore Cathedral to the adjoining cemetery

March 19th 1949 Death of Mary Higgins Drumalee wife of Bernard Higgins Drumalee and member of the Anglo Celt Staff. She is survived by her husband Bernard and infant daughter born on Sunday (Mary Higgins-McDonald). Sympathy is extended to the bereaved family by Cavan Urban Council Anglo Celt Staff and the Foresters. Rev J J O Reilly Adm officiated at the funeral from the Cathedral to Killygarry.

March 26th 1949 Sudden death of Tom Sullivan Main Street at the age of 40. Vice President of the Irish RGTDATA. Funeral biggest ever seen in the Cathedral. Cavan Pavilion Club took turns to carry the coffin from Sullivan’s house to the Cathedral. Survived by his wife Bridie son Brian daughter Marie

 Ann Margaret and Breda brothers Doctors Jack and Benny sisters Maisie Rita and Kitty. Tributes and Guard of Honour from Pavilion Tennis Club Foresters and Cavan Drama Festival. Father Charles Cartwright presided at the funeral from the Cathedral to Killygarry. Same Week CYMS Players with ‘Michaelmas Eve’ Best Actress Maura Smith Cavan Players. Best One Act Play Cavan Players with ‘The Good and The Bad’ Producer Betty Fitzpatrick Cast Maura Smith Jack Poyntz Pat Dooney Charles Donoghue Eugene Monahan AJ O Brien and Tom Fitzpatrick. Festival Officers 1949 Patron Bishop Patrick Lyons Chairman Tom Fitzpatrick Vice Chairman Seamus Gilheaney Secretary Miss M F McGeehin Assistant Secretary Rosemary Power Treasurer Tom Malone Hibernian Bank.

Adeline Clerkin Oliver Plunkett House Bridge Street is conferred with her SRN Nursing qualification. Past pupil of the Poor Clare’s and Loreto College.

Death of Reginald (Reggie) Cinnamond son of the late Robert and brother of W E Cinnamond (Ned) Church Street.

Death of Mick Walsh Wolfe Tone Street former member of the old Militia Band he was an expert bugler. Outstanding footballer with Cavan Slashers, he won several County Senior medals.

April 16th 1949 James P Mansfield Raphoe County Donegal is appointed Cavan County Engineer. He was formerly Chief Assistant Engineer with Donegal County Council.

Hugh Rafferty retires after 5 years as Cavan Station Master

.Native of County Tyrone he served in Dublin Donegal Armagh Belturbet and Monaghan before being appointed Station Master in Cavan in 1944.

April 23rd 1949 On Monday 18^th April Ireland officially left the British Commonwealth and declared itself a Republic. Celebrations all over the country with illuminations parades and waving of flags to proclaim this historic event while the new Republic of Ireland was greeted on O Connell Bridge in Dublin with a 21 gun salute. Messages of congratulations are received from leaders throughout the world including King George of England His Holiness the Pope and President Truman in the USA.

Hollywood spectacular in colour ‘Samson and Delilah’ starring Austrin actress Heidi Lamarr fail to win the expected Oscar being shaded out by British films ‘ The Third Man’ with Joseph Cotton and Orson Welles ‘ The Red Shoes’ and Hamlet.

 Clive Anderson of The Royal School wins the John Delaney Cup at Sligo Feis Cheoil for Piano.

Sudden death of Jerry Burke on Good Friday at a very young age. Owner of Chemist shops in Cavan(Burke’s Medical Hall) and Drogheda. Native of Castlepollard County Westmeath he was very popular and did an extensive business. Involved in many of the local organisations he was a very highly respected citizen whose death has shocked the entire Community. Survived by his wife Nan MPSI sons John Dermot and Kevin parents Mr and Mrs R Burke brother John and sister Maisie. Over 20 priests concelebrated the Requiem Mass in the Cathedral of Saints Patrick and Felim with burial in Cullies.

April 30th1949 Death of John Fitzpatrick Wolfe Tone Street. Member of the outdoor staff Cavan UDC.Very obliging and industrious. Father Malachy Byrne officiated at the Funeral from the Cathedral to Cullies.

Congratulations to Molly Reilly who has passed her exams as SRN at Saint George’s Hospital London. She is daughter of Michael and Mrs Reilly Emmett Place.

May 7th1949   Residents of Emmett Place College Street and Wolfe Tone Street continue to erect floral tributes to Our Lady on May Eve a tradition going back hundreds of years and now confined to these three old residential areas of the town.

May 14th 1949 Cavan Carnival Children’s Fancy Dress Prettiest 1^st Miss O Reilly Wolfe Tone Street 2^nd Doreen Smyth 60 Main Street and 3^rd Mary Fegan Saint Patrick’s Terrace. Humorous ‘The Rich Maharaja from Mogador’ 1^st Micheal Smyth and Joe McConnell

May 21st 1949 Feast of Saint John Baptist De La Salle celebrated with free day for the pupils solemn High Mass celebrated by C McNiffe CSSR with Father Vincent Kennedy on the organ and Brother Luke conducting the school choir in the Cathedral and a gala Sports Day in Breffni Park in the afternoon.

May 28th 1949 Death of Mary Dowd mother of County Registrar John P O Dowd at John P’ s residence in Farnham Street. Father Charles Cartwright officiated at the funeral from the Cathedral to Middle Chapel Cootehill.

William Devine Foreman on the building of Saint Felim’s Place announces that there are now 9 masons 7 carpenters and 25 labourers employed by Cavan UDC on the scheme Smith of Alackan is the Time Keeper and the houses are being erected by direct labour in units of 4.

Only 6 men attend The Hiring Fair with each fetching £38-£44 for the half year with board. There were no girls offering their services.

Lt Cpl Thomas Higgins son of Jim and Molly Higgins 7 Lake View Terrace and presently attached to of the Irish Fusiliers in Egypt receives The George Cross for gallantry and bravery in battle in Palestine. The family moved to England quite recently.

June 11th 1949 Rev Joseph Young CC Aughrim Street Dublin is appointed Parish Priest in Narraghmore County Kildare. Father Young is a brother of Tommy Young proprietor of the Dublin Bar Ashe Street.

Inspector W Brett is appointed to Castlebar. Served the community in Cavan since 1945 he is succeeded by HJ Gillespie from Dundalk.

Death of Daniel Taggart last of a family who were engaged in Coach Building in Church Street for centuries. Educated at the old Christian Brothers and Saint Patrick’s College .He joined the family business as a Painter in the Coach Factory. Outstanding footballer with Cavan Slashers and Cavan Town soccer club. Funeral from the Cathedral to Cullies.

Death of the very popular and well known Painter John Johnston Colman Road at an advanced age. One of the last surviving members of the famous Foresters All Ireland Congress in 1913. Funeral from the Cathedral to Cullies.

June 18th 1949 Death of Kate Dunne College Street in Mullingar. She was mother of J Dunne Cavan Post Office. Funeral from the Cathedral to Killygarry

Death of Rose Dempsey relict of James (Harness Maker) Saint Brigid’s Terrace. Father JJ O Reilly Adm officiated at the Funeral from the Cathedral to Cullies.

Edward O Hanlon newly appointed Editor of the Anglo Celt breaks the Amateur Course Record at County Cavan Golf Club with a score of 69.Edward shot an eagle and 4 birdies was out in 36 and back in 33.His scorecard was marked by former Cavan All Ireland footballer MJ Magee.The professional record stands to Phil Lawlor with 68 for the course that has a bogey of 72.

Captain’s (Edward O Hanlon’s Prize) at County Cavan Golf Club 1^st Philip Smyth (22) Main Street 68 nett joint 2^nd Eoin McGovern (21) and A Vaughan (22) tied with 70

June 25th 1949 Father Torlac O Reilly son of the late TP (former Cavan MOH) and Mrs Reilly Dublin and Earlsvale Road Cavan is ordained a priest at Saint Patrick’s College Maynooth.

Death of Bob Simpson Owen Roe former Signal Man at Cavan Railway station. Funeral from Cavan Parish Church to the New cemetery.

Death of Sarah Richmond Tullymongan House. She was mother of Harry and relict of Frank Richmond. Funeral from Cavan Parish church to the New cemetery.

Con P Smith and his wife Ann buy the 22 bedroom Tearmon Hotel Termofeckin County Louth on 537 acres for £22,000 from the Irish Tourist Board. Beautiful hotel excellent catering in serene surroundings.

July 2nd 1949 Cavan the Ulster and All Ireland Champions  beat Antrim 3-7 to 2-6 at Corrigan Park Belfast in the Ulster Semi Final before 15,000 spectators . Cavan led by 2-6 to 1-2 at the interval.

John Maguire aged 12 son of Garda John Maguire Swellan rescues Patrick Fagan also from Swellan from drowning at Swellan lake while Seamus Caffrey son of B Caffrey Postman rescues an entire family from drowning at Bray in County Wicklow. The Anglo Celt calls for the two men to be honoured for their acts of bravery.

George V Maloney Solicitor purchases the premises of Arthur Fagan Solicitor Farnham Street for £2,350.

Death of Louis McManus son of Patrick McManus JP and former Chairman of Cavan County Council Killynebber. Poultry farmer in Berkshire England since 1928-he retired 2 years ago. One of a family of 10-3 of his brothers were doctors. Survived by his brother Father Vincent CSSR in Australia. Father Hugh McGrail officiated at the funeral from the Cathedral to Cullies.

July 9th 1949 Bernard Sullivan with his wife and 2 children former Chairman of Cavan Branch ITGWU who is emigrating to England is made a presentation by his colleagues at a Ceilidhe in the Town Hall with music by the Breffni Ceilidhe Band and Exhibition of Dancing by The Gauthier School of Dancing.

There are now 80 employed at the building of the new houses at Kilnavara including 50 labourers 11 masons 3 plumbers 10 carpenters and 2 apprentices.

Annette Egan daughter of Harry and Margaret Saint Brigid’s Terrace wins 1^st place in the Under 8 Reels and Jigs at both Feis Breifne and Ballyjamesduff Feis.

Leo Greene Upper Main Street son of John James Butcher is the lucky winner of the Cake in the Forester’s Draw.

July 16th 1949 Sympathy is extended to Patrick Donaghy GNR Bus Driver Saint Mary’s Terrace on the death of his wife. Funeral from the Cathedral to Cullies.

Hugh P McEntee son of Andy and Anna McEntee and a member of the well known McEntee family Breffni Bar 57 Upper Main Street is appointed a Rate Collector with Cavan Urban Council.

John McGinnity organises 2 successful flights on The Saint Colman from Dublin Airport viewing all the main sites in county Cavan.The party was led by Dermot McCarthy County Manager and welcomed to Dublin Airport by SB Kelly PRO Aer Lingus. The guests then had a conducted tour of the Airport which is the most modern in Europe by Matt Leddy Aer Rianta and a native of Inishmore Butlersbridge. At a dinner in their honour they were hailed as pioneers as this was the first flight of its kind for such a large number of people ever organised by Aer Rianta.

Cavan are raging hot favourites to retain their Ulster crown against Armagh on Sunday while Donegal play Armagh in the Ulster Minor Final in the curtain raiser to the big game in Saint Tiernach’s Park Clones.

July 30th 1949 William Maloney eldest son of George V and Eileen Drumbar presently employed with Brown Thomas in Grafton Street Dublin is awarded 1^st place in Retail Management at the High School of Commerce in Dublin.

Dympna Smyth Main Street and Mary Connolly Drumelis are awarded their SRN in Nursing by London County Council.

Saint Joseph’s Young Priests Society 1949 President George V Maloney Secretary Sean O Farrell and Treasurer Con P Smith.

2^nd Cavan Troop Awards 1949 Inter Patrol 1^st Panther Patrol Team Patrol Leader John Walsh P Duffy Sean Woods J Gogarty Paddy McNamara Mel Doherty and Kevin McDermott 2^nd Curlew Patrol Leader J Donohoe Peter Maguire Paddy Flynn John Maguire Tommy O Donnell Sean Donohoe Michael Connolly and Barney Loonam. Merit Badges Signalling and Cycling Patrol Leader John Walsh Cycling and Swimming Patrol Leader Joseph Donohoe Swimming and Cycling Thomas Smith Woodwork Metalwork and Blacksmith A Greene Cycling and Swimming Leo Ronan Swimming Blacksmith and Metal work Sean Donohoe Bugling Swimming and Printing Teddy McCormack. The awards were presented by Father Malachy Byrne Chap[lain and Father PJ Gargan Diocesan Chaplain at a function in the Den in Bridge Street at which it was announced that the Annual Camp would take place this year in Enniscrone from the 5^th to the 18^th of August.

Death of Alice Reynolds wife of Tommy Shopkeeper Upper Main Street. Funeral from the Cathedral to Killygarry cemetery.

Death of John Haddock Caretaker of the New Protestant cemetery. Funeral from Cavan Parish Church to the New cemetery.

August 13th 1949 Cavan just beat Armagh 1-7 to 1-6 in a disappointing Ulster Final performance in Saint Tiernach’s Park Clones before a crowd of 24,000 who paid gate receipts of £1,960.The youthful Brian McNamara lined out for the injured Mick Higgins who was very badly missed at centre half forward. The Cootehill Brass and Reed Band paraded the teams before the match. Team Seamus Morris  R O Connor Paddy Smith Owen Roe McGovern P J Duke John Joe O Reilly (Captain) Simon Deignan Phil Brady Victor Sherlock Edwin Carolan Tony Tighe John Joe Cassidy Jimmy Stafford Peter Donohoe and TP O Reilly. Subs Willie Doonan J McEnroe Johnny Cusack Des Maguire Brian McNamara and James McCabe. Scorers Peter Donohoe 1-2 Edwin Carolan 0-3 Victor Sherlock 0-1 and Tony Tighe 0-1.Cavan will now meet Cork in the All Ireland Semi Final in Croke Park.

August 20th 1949 Death of Mary Josephine Smyth nee Maloney 7 Cootehill Road and late of 60 Main Street Cavan. Relict of Michael J Smyth former Chairman of Cavan Urban Council who died in July of 1914.Lady of great charm integrity and humour. Her acts of kindness and charity were legendary. She was an outstanding Vintner and Grocer and was engaged in packing tea and sugar each Tuesday at her premises in Main Street. Survived by her sons Terence (Teddy) Michael (Mick) Tommy and Paddy daughters Alice McConnell Mary (Mollie) Kathy Conaty and Teresa brother George Maloney and sister Sister Angela CSJ Provincial Sacred Heart Convent Leicester Father Jimmy O Reilly Adm assisted by Rev Joe Brady Belturbet Rev Peter O Donohoe CC Dublin and Rev Patrick O Donohoe (cousins) officiated at the funeral from the Cathedral to Killygarry cemetery.

Outstanding display by Cavan as they sweep aside the challenge of Cork 1-9 to 2-3 in the All Ireland Semi Final before an attendance of 49,789 who paid gate receipts of £5,103.They now qualify to met near neighbours Meath in the defence of their title. Scorers for Cavan Peter Donohoe 0-6 JJ Cassidy 1-0 Phil Brady Tony Tighe and Joe Stafford 0-1 each. Cavan who once again lined out without the injured Mick Higgins trailed Cork by 1-2 to 0-4 at the interval but dominated exchanges in the 2^nd half. Admission to the Hogan Stand was raised to 2/6 while Hill 16 admission was 1/6.

September 3rd 1949 The Sunday Press is published for the 1^st time.

Paddy Drum older brother of Tommy Drum (Blacksmith) dies in Scotland.

Hubert Duffy eldest son of Paddy Duffy Owen Roe 1^stin County Council and Diocesan Exams for entry to Saint Patrick’s College. Hubert was 7^th in Ireland.

Harry B Dawson formerly of Keadue Lodge and now domiciled in New York sends best wishes to the Cavan team in their attempt to win their third All Ireland in a row. Harry was in the Polo Grounds for the 1947 Final and is a personal friend of all the players and mentors.

September 24th 1949 Death of Hugh J Neary son of Peter and RA Neary Market Square in New Zealand. Member of the Police Force he was due to retire home to Cavan in 1952.

Presentation and Social to Francis Smith on the occasion of his emigration to the USA.

Father Charles Cartwright officiates at the funeral of Catherine McGauran relict of James College View in the Cathedral with burial in Cullies cemetery.

October 1st 1949 Meath beat raging hot favourites Cavan in the All Ireland Senior Football Final by 1-10 to 1-6 to win their first Senior All Ireland in the 62 year history of the competition. Outplayed for most of the hour the decision to leave Willie Doonan on the sideline cost Cavan dearly as Meath’s danger man Peter McDermott ran riot among the Cavan defence. Meath held sway at midfield and were yards faster and hungrier than Cavan. A crowd of 79,460 paying gate receipts of £7,057 with 10,000 locked outside failing to gain admission. In the curtain raiser Armagh beat Kerry to record their 1^st All Ireland victory. Scorers for Cavan Peter Donohoe 0-6 all frees Mick Higgins 1-0.The 2 hour journey home was completed at a snails pace because of the thick fog that enveloped the entire country.

John Joe O Reilly Church Street record haul of fish with pike and perch many of them over 2 lbs.

October 8th 1949 Owen Roe Tercentenary 1649-1949 celebrations in Cavan. Attended by over 100,000.The Military Tattoo in Breffni Park The Military Exhibition in the Courthouse and the final day Mass celebrated by Cardinal Dalton and  parade in which over 25,000 marched in glorious sunshine were the highlights of a packed week of programmes to honour Ireland’s greatest general. Nightly Tattoo in Breffni Park with search lights picking out the main players while Owen Roe was played by Lt E Clerkin FCA Aughaloora complete with white horse. Admission was 4/-(Reserved) 2/- and 1/- for Children.

Carmel McDonnell daughter of Tommy McDonnell and Mrs McDonnell Swellan first place in Loreto College in Intermediate Examination scoring 1^st class honours in all subjects is awarded a Scholarship and £60 for being placed 5^th in all of Ireland.

Death of Mrs Caffrey Drumalee wife of Paul Caffrey in a Dublin Hospital. Father JJ O Reilly Adm officiated at the funeral from the Cathedral to Cullies.

Death of Mrs Carroll Creighan Terrace wife of John. Father Malachy Byrne officiated at the funeral from the Cathedral to Cullies.

October 22nd 1949 Death of John Walsh in Lisdarn. Former outstanding footballer with Cavan Slashers winning Senior Championship medals. Father Malachy Byrne officiated at the funeral from the Cathedral to Cullies.

Farnham Cup Final at County Cavan Golf Club is won by R Lynch playing off 17 beating AG Anketell who was playing off 6 in the final.

Death of Father Joseph McDonald Saint Peter’s Phibsboro and formerly from Tower Hamlet Cavan and member of the well known Cavan drapery firm ‘Philip McDonald and Company at the age of 58. Educated at Saint Patrick’s college and Saint Patrick’s Maynooth where he was ordained for the Diocese of Kilmore in 1915.Served Kilmore for 13 years before joining the Vincentians in 1928. Survived by his brothers Philip and Austin and sister Mrs Carolan Oldcastle. Funeral from Saint Peter’s Phibsboro to Glasnevin cemetery.

29th of October 1949 Death of Rose Brady Claude Villa Cullies Cavan. Native of Cormeen Stradone. All her own family were in religion as Sisters and Priests. Predeceased by her husband James she is survived by her sons Father Philip A Brady Galloway Scotland Brian (Barney) James Brady MPSI John AgrSc and her daughter Sister M Ignatius. Funeral from the Cathedral to Cullies.

Sudden death of Randall Black extensive farmer and Butcher in Bridge Street at his residence Gartbrattan House. Funeral from Kilmore Cathedral to the adjoining cemetery.

Cavan Drama Festival Committee 1949-1950 Patron Rev Father JJ O Reilly Adm Chairman Edward O Hanlon Vice Chairman Seamus Gilheaney NT Secretary Tom Fitzpatrick Assistant Secretary Rosemary Power Treasurer Tom Malone Hibernian Bank.

November 5th 1949 Victor Sherlock Cavan and Kingscourt wins the All Ireland Junior Softball Singles beating the Leinster Champion M  Fahy Dublin in an exciting Handball Final in Navan. Sherlock won on the score 17-21 21-18 21-8 21-12 before a large enthusiastic gallery.

Death of Cavan’s oldest citizen John Smith Drumbar at the age of 90.Decent  Catholic very charitable and kind. Leading member for over 70 years of the Cathedral Confraternity. He was tall handsome and highly respected. After a stint working on the GNR Railways, finished his working life with Lord Farnham of whom he had his cottage rented. Funeral from the Cathedral to Cullies.

November 12th  1949 Death of Rose Strong Saint Brigid’s Terrace in Lisdarn after a long illness. All of her family are now in an orphanage and 3 of them were home for the funeral of their mother. Father Malachy Byrne officiated at the funeral from the Cathedral to Cullies.

November 19th 1949 10 labourers offer their services at Cavan Hiring Fair. All were rented at £39-42 per half year with full board. There were no girls.

November 26th 1949 Paddy Elliott Building Contractor buys Taggart’s Church Street at Public Auction conducted by Frank Conlon for £1,700.TJ Fitzpatrick had carriage of sale.

December 3rd 1949 CYMS 1949-1950 Chairman Gerry Lovett Vice Chairman Matty Corcoran Treasurer Mick Fox Secretary Eugene Monaghan Committee Joe O Rourke HL Smith Sean McConnell and Thomas Smith.

Kathleen Donohoe daughter of James Anglo Celt and College Street passes her SRN in London. Kathleen trained at Saint Andrew’s Hospital London.

December 10th 1949 All Catholic Church bells will ring out in unison at 12 midnight on Christmas Eve to usher in The Holy Year. John McGinnity is offering return flights to Rome with TWA from £54 return.

Father John Hunt replaces Father Hugh McGrail as Curate in Cavan.

Death of Patrick Donlon Swellan at an advanced age. Native of Drumod County Leitrim he formerly worked with the old Midland Railway. Regular member of the Catholic Confraternity in the Cathedral. He was a former Labour member of Cavan UDC. Father Malachy Byrne officiated at the funeral from the Cathedral to Cullies.

CYMS Whist Drive Top Score Brian Tierney Farnham Street 1^st Lady Maggie Hickey 2^nd Lady Mrs JP Dowd Farnham Street 1st Gent Diarmuid Lovett 2^nd Gent Sergeant McGrath and Thomas Smith Ashe Street (Tie).

December 17th 1949 Maureen Thorne daughter of Sergeant Thorne Dublin Road passes her State Registered Nurse exam at Cornelia Hospital in Dorset.

Trade in the shops in Cavan over the Christmas period was very poor. Christmas Eve brought a late sustained rush with shoppers thronging the town by cars and buses until a late hour.

Death of Michael Lee extensive hard working farmer at Behey. He was father of Owen Lee Porter in Surgical Hospital. Father Jimmy O Reilly Adm officiated at the funeral from the Cathedral to Killygarry.

Death of Terence Smith Labourer Drumalee Cottages. Father Jimmy O Reilly Adm officiated at the funeral from the Cathedral to Cullies.

December 31st 1949 Santa Claus Sean Galligan Gene Philip and Joe Cullivan together with the Power School of Dancing entertain the patients in the Surgical Hospital on Christmas Day.

County Cavan Golf Club 50^th Annual General Meeting  President John F O Hanlon Captain Bob Henderson Secretary Dermot Morgan Treasurer H Clark. Winners of Majors 1949 Captain’s Prize Philip Smyth Main Street Members Cup FPE Smith Farnham Cup R Lynch O Hanlon Cup Benny Hickey Ladies Captain’s Prize Kathleen Sullivan Church Street Lyons Cup Senior Cup and Perpetual Cup Joan O Hanlon Junior Cup Maisie Magee Cavan.

Cavan Tennis Club 1949 Chairman Tom Fitzpatrick Vice Chairman Jerry Lyons Secretary Tommy McCormick Treasurer Michael J Smith.

January 7th 1950 Over 4,000 people attend the six nights of Cavan Lawn Tennis Club’s Jack and the Beanstalk in the Town Hall. Over 700 children attended the matinee on Sunday. Bouquets of flowers and gifts were showered on the cast at the close on Sunday night..

January 14^th 1950 Griffith Black buys Drumbar House from GV Maloney who is moving to Farnham Street and the residence of AG Fegan Solicitors which he recently purchased for an undisclosed amount.

Peter P Galligan formerly of the Eagle Bar Bridge Street and DunLaoghaire County Dublin takes second place in Ireland in his final Chartered Accountant examinations. Educated at Drumcrave Saint Patrick’s College and Blackrock College Dublin.

Funeral of Willie Dunne Moynehall who passed away peacefully at home at an advanced age. Funeral from Cavan Parish Church to New cemetery.

4^th annual Pavilion Pantomime Jack and the Beanstalk plays to an amazing 4,000 people during its 8 day run in Cavan Town Hall. Many gifts and bouquets for the performers from well wishers on the final night.

January 20^th 1950 Fox’s ¾ Sale continues .”Imagine you get £1 worth every time you spend 16/8 in Fox’s.”

 Cavan CYMS recommence £8 Whist Drive in Temperance Hall after the Christmas break. Cards are 2/6 commencing at 9.Top Score £5 1^st lady £1 2^nd Lady 10/- 1^st Gent £1 2^nd Gent 10/- Hall specially heated.

Ita Sharkey O Reilly and Maureen Cosgrove are the recipients of a special presentation from all their friends and neighbours on the occasion of their recent marriages. Tea served Music by Betty Ronaghan and Robert Ryan.

Prayers in the Cathedral for Charles Hill formerly Latt House who has died in Warwick England on January 10^th 1950.

January 28^th 1950 Philip Ruddy NT retires as Principal of Colboyogue School  after 40 years distinguished service. He is succeeded by PJ Keaney Kilnalack.Phil is a former Vice Chairman of Cavan GAA and Ulster Council Delegate long time Fianna Fail member of Cavan UDC.Native of Poles Phil played football with Saint Patrick’s Drumcondra Behey Benburbs and Cavan Slashers. He is a founder member of Feis Breifne from 1918

Death of Hughie Clarke Saint Brigid’s Terrace. Native of Swellan he is the last of 7 brothers. Worked in McCarren’s all of his life and was a member of Cavan Slashers and took an active interest in the fortunes of the County team seldom missing a game in Breffni Park. Very active member of ITGWU who formed a Guard of Honour at the funeral from the Cathedral to Drumcor with Father Malachy Byrne officiating.

February 4^th 1950 Cavan Branch ITGWU Chairman John Murray Vice Chairman Paddy Brady Secretary John Lennon.Committee P Johnston P Lee M Jermyn J Brady Josie Greenan D Gilchrist A McKenna Tony Pryce Johnny Martin Pat Kirby John Burns Shop Stewards P Johnston UDC and Thomas Cullivan.

Magnet Players Killygarry present ‘Mountain Dew at Saint Joseph’s Hospital Lisdarn. Draw was won by Tony Tighe 2^nd Aidan Smith Lisdarn Hospital and 3^rd Rose Cullen Dunaven 4^th Tessie Reilly 5^th Owen Donohoe Arch Café Main Street.Dr Cooney County MOH returned thanks to all the artistes and audience who supported a most enjoyable and entertaining evening.

Death of Patrick Savage in Portstewart former Sergeant in RIC stationed in Cavan and other areas until disbanded in 1922.

Sean Greene Latt is on his way to Australia accompanied by Jim Donnelly Deggan.Presented with a wallet of notes at a function by his many friends in the area.

Death of Michael De Lacy former Cavan County Manager who replaced MA Veale when he moved to Laois Offaly. Senior official of the Department of Local Government he was very popular with staff and customers who he served with distinction. In his youth he spent a number of years in Australia where he excelled in sport and represented the Wallabies in Senior International Rugby.

February 11^th 1950 Investiture of 26 new Scouts in Scout Den T Sweeney Peter Storey Cyril McGovern Jimmy Duignan Dessie McKenna Paddy Flynn Des Dale Eamonn Donohoe Sean Woods Joe Mullery Peter Kinsella Paddy McNamara Mel Doherty P Reilly T Fitzpatrick Sean Donohoe Tommy O Donnell Paddy Flynn John Maguire Peter Maguire Tommy McEvoy Liam Kinsella Patrick McNamara O Brady Brendan Agnew T Gogarty.PN Smith Chairman was unavoidably absent but Father Patrick Gargan Diocesan Chaplin presided Scoutmaster John Donohoe Assistant Scoutmaster John Walsh Brothers Mark Oswin Luke Timothy and David.Seamus Gilheaney NT John Maguire Matty Corcoran Treasurer and Buglers Teddy McCormack and Leo Ronan.

Joe Fitzpatrick RIP well known family Draper Upper Main Street (Eason’s) leaves Estate valued at £14,478.Including £500 to Chief assistant and cousin Peter Fitzpatrick £500 for Masses £50 to Saint Vincent De Paul and £10 each to all shop assistants presently working in the shop.

Death of John Smith Coach Builder College Street just one day after returning home for good from England where he spent the last 40 years. Funeral from the Cathedral to Killygarry cemetery.

Death of Con Donohoe at the residence of his daughter Mrs JJ Greene Butcher Upper Main Street. Funeral from the Cathedral to Killygarry cemetery with Father Charles Cartwright officiating.

TK Igoe UDC and Postman Cavan Post Office is made a presentation of a wallet of notes by his colleagues in Cavan Post Office at a function in the Railway Hotel on the occasion of his promotion to Drogheda.Oliver Finlay presided and also present were J Timoney Postmaster M McKenna Overseer Michael Ryan Tommy Hughes Paddy Duffy Andy O Brien NT and Mary Brady Chair Cavan UDC.Mr Igoe is a former Chairman of the Post Office Workers Union and at the moment is campaigning for a better copy of the National Anthem to be played at performances in the Magnet Cinema !

Castlerahan Players will premiere Jimmy McEntee’s latest play ‘Mixed Spice’ in Castlerahan Hall on the first Sunday of Lent.

7^th Annual Boy Scouts Dance with the Billy Carter Orchestra from Bray.Hall lavishly decorated Spot Prizes.

March 4^th 1950 Smyth’s 60 Main Street Cavan are offering the new Servis washing machines on Easy Terms. Demonstrations each day.Machine only uses ¼ of a unit of electricity per hour and  washes spotlessly clean !.

Phil Ruddy is presented with an 8 day clock and a wallet of notes by Father Jimmy O Reilly Adm at a function in Coolboyogue School to mark his retirement after 40 years service. Music by Eugene Leddy’s Ceilidhe Band. Dancing by the  Farrell School of Dancing Tony Gertie and Vera. Musical items by Seamus and Eddie McPhillips Tom Sheanon Brian Browne and Phil Smith. Master Keaney thanks Phil Ruddy for handing over the school  as “a well oiled efficient machine”. Sentiment re echoed by Mrs O Reilly Assistant.

Death of Mrs M Greene at the residence of her daughter Minnie McCarren Brookvale Farnham Road. Funeral in Castlerea county Roscommon.

Father and uncle of Dickey Black Church Street die the same day. Natives of Strokestown County Roscommon both were extensive farmers. In recent years Michael Black father of Dickey came to live with his son in Church Street and was a very well known respected personality who was in top form up to 2 months ago.Rev Mr Slack officiated at the huge funeral from Saint John’s Church Strokestown to the adjoining cemetery. Later a meeting of County Cavan Harriers adjourned as a mark of respect to the family of the late Michael Black.

Death of Margaret Murray SRN New York. She was daughter of Tommy Murray UDC Breffni Terrace Cavan. Tommy is presently in hospital as a result of breaking his legs when he fell down the steps adjacent to his home.

Death of Mrs Jack Charters (Nee Galligan) the Bungalow Breffni Park. Father Charles Cartwright officiated at the funeral from the Cathedral to Potahee.

Labour led by new Prime Minister Clement Atlee sweep into power in Britain with 315 seats against the Conservatives 296 seats. Liberals almost obliterated now have only 9 seats while the others have 3 and the Communist Party lost all of their seats. Sir Stafford Cripps is Chancellor of the Exchequer while Ernest Bevan is Foreign Secretary.

March 11^th 1950 Death of Rev Mother Mary Paul Poor Clare Convent where she was Sacristan for over 30 years. Entered the Convent in 1883 and was Professed in 1886.She was Vicaress for a number of years. Youngest daughter of Francis Eardley Farnham Street Head Inspector of Works Cavan County Council. Predeceased by her brothers Rev JH Eardley Castlewellan County Down Rev Charles Eardley PP Rockorry Doctor HE Eardley Burtonport County Down sisters late Sister Mary Benedict Saint Louis Convent Monaghan .Rev John Maguire Vicar General Cootehill and formerly Adm Cavan was the chief celebrant of her funeral Mass from the Convent Chapel to the adjoining cemetery where prayers at the graveside were recited by Father Charles Cartwright.

Death of James Sheridan Farnham at the age of 84.Over 50 years in the employment of Lord Farnham. He lived in one of the Labourer’s cottages adjoining the Estate. Father P Connolly PP officiated at the funeral from Saint Patrick’s Drumcor to the adjoining cemetery.

Cmdt John Joe O Reilly will captain the Ulster team to play Leinster in the Railway Cup Final on Saint Patrick’s Day.

Jim Brady Cavan Professional Boxer outpoints Billy Stewart over 6 *3 minute rounds at the Ulster Hall. Jim’s crisp left hand lead and elusive movement won the fight and dominated from round 1. The verdict in Jim’s favour was received with enthusiasm by a capacity audience.

Butlersbridge Players present Autumn in the local Hall starring Miss N Armstrong Sheila McGovern Nora Brown M/Sean O Hare Paddy McGowan Phil McGowan J Farrell B Fitzpatrick F McPhillips Brian Brown. Dancing by Tony Gertie and Vera Farrell. Music by The McPhillips Brothers with Mick Foynes MC.

March 16^th 1950 Death of Catherine Gannon 13 Elm Park Sandycove.Wife of JP Gannon former Co Cavan Accountant and Secretary Cavan County Council.She was sister of John F O Hanlon Managing Director Anglo Celt and the late ET O Hanlon Editor Anglo Celt and Mrs Finlay Killynebber.Went to reside in Dublin in 1929.Gifted and accomplished Pianist she gave many public recitals in Cavan. Generous decent personality she was popular with all. Survived by her son Joseph H Gannon Maureen Dunn and Erne Gannon. Funeral from Sandycove to Cullies cemetery.

Death of Mrs E Burns Mitchell Street after an illness of 3 weeks. She was an accomplished singer and musician. Survived by her daughter and relatives. Father JJ O Reilly Adm officiated at the funeral from the Cathedral to Cullies.

March 25^th 1950 Ulster beat Leinster 4-11 to 1-7 in the Railway Cup Final at Croke Park before a crowd of 40,256 gate receipts £3,393 having led by 3-5 to 0-2 at half time having played with wind and sun in the first half. The referee was Dan Ryan of Tralee and the teams were paraded by the Artane Boys Band who entertained the crowd with Saint Patrick’s Day numbers at half time .Ulster J O Hare Down John Joe O Reilly Captain Cavan Mickey Moyna Monaghan Paddy Smith Cavan PJ Duke Cavan P O Neill Armagh S Quinn Armagh Phil Brady Cavan Victor Sherlock Cavan Kevin Armstrong Antrim Peter Donohoe Cavan Hughie McKearney Monaghan Subs Sean Gallagher Donegal for Victor Sherlock Check.

Over 1,500 attend the Saint John Bosco film in the Magnet Cinema. All proceeds were in aid of the Salesian Missionary College.

Death of Mrs N Smith wife of Patrick Smith Draper Carrigallen County Leitrim and mother of Margaret ‘Daisy’ McCarren Saint Helen’s Cavan.

Untimely death of Mrs Brennan  wife of Dennis ( Dinny) Brennan at a very young age Painter Wolfe Tone Street. They were only married for 5 months. Father Jimmy O Reilly Adm officiated at the funeral from the Cathedral to Killoughter Cemetery.

Death of Rose Smith Breffni Terrace after a long illness. Funeral from the Cathedral to Cullies Cemetery. She was a sister of Charlie Smith Secretary Cavan Association New York.

Death of well known business man Con Smith while attending the Railway Cup Finals in Croke Park at the age of 65.Very popular personality. He was deeply involved with the GAA and a benefactor of Saint Joseph’s Young Priest Society. He ran a Pub and Grocery at the Sibin Main Street and among his employees was Mary Rodgers later to be Mary Finegan 73 Upper Main Street. Collapsed just after half time and despite medical and spiritual aid was pronounced dead at the scene. Many of the Cavan team and officials attended the huge funeral with over 100 cars following the cortege from the Cathedral to Drumkilly Cemetery. He is survived y his brothers sisters and other relatives.

Cavan’s 5^th Drama Festival plays to capacity attendances at Cavan Town Hall. Entries from all over Ireland including Cork Galway Mayo Sligo Louth Meath Armagh Fermanagh Westmeath and Cavan. Winners of the Dr Lyons Cup in the Open Section were Saint Brigid’s Dunleer County Louth with ‘The Vanished Village’ Best Producer Nancy Carroll Dunleer Winners of the Confined and Aldermann Hugh Lee Cup the Magnet Players Killygarry with ‘The Rugged Path’ Winners of the One Act Play were Phoenix Players Tubbercurry with ‘The Workhouse Ward’ by Lady Gregory Wiinners of the AOH Cup Saint Aidan’s Troupe Butlersbridge with ‘Knocknagow’ Best Actor Tom McLoughlin Armagh Best Actress Ethna Fay Ballyjamesduff. CYMS.

Michael Ryan employee of Cavan Post Office for the last 12 years is made a presentation of a wallet of notes by his colleagues in Cavan Post Office in the Old Globe Hotel on the occasion of his departure on promotion to Dublin. Very well known in Cavan town he  stayed in McEntee’s Breffni Bar 57 Upper Main Street.

Death of Margaret McGahern Wolfe Tone Street. Father Cartwright officiated at the funeral from the Cathedral to Drumcor.

April 8^th 1950 Fundraiser in Butlersbridge Hall in aid of the local football club. Songs by Sean Browne E Brogan Tommy Smyth and Eddie McPhillips. Hornpipes and Reels Una Meehan with Mick Foynes MC.

Saint John Bosco Boxing Club Cavan annual tournament in Town Hall.Eamon Donohoe beat S Cunningham Navan Patsy Lawlor beat N Finnegan Navan Peter Lawlor lost to A McDermott Navan Flyweight Sean Donohoe (Irish Finalist and Ulster Champion 1947 -1949) KO P Cunningham Navan Bantamweight Leo Ronan beat P Connolly Tullycorbett Featherweight Ronnie Bell beat L Fay Navan Tommy Duignan beat T O Rourke Ballinamore Terry Duignan beat N Finnegan Dunsaughlin Charlie Murray beat C Connolly Tullycorbett.Officials were Sgt Stapleton FCA Navan Dr FPE Smith Cavan John Donohoe Scoutmaster S Duncan Navan M Joyce and J McCabe Tullycorbett.

April 15^th 1950 Exchequer Returns for 1949 Revenue £74,025,000 Expenditure £81,211,000 Deficit £7,186,008 !

 

Tom Clarke Smith’s Garage and William Keyes badly shaken as their two vehicles collide at McGinnity’s corner. Both men were released from hospital later in the evening.

Death of Mrs Browne wife of William Browne MA Cathedral Road. Ill for a number of months she leaves her husband and 2 young sons Brendan and Patrick. Funeral from the Cathedral to Cullies.

AG Anketell resident in Cavan for a number of years and well known in tennis and golfing circles is promoted Manager of the Ulster Bank Killybegs County Donegal.

Death of one of Cavan’s greatest reporters and Sinn Fein activist Thomas T Walsh Church Street on Easter Sunday at his residence at the age of 71.Native of Westport County Mayo joined the Editorial Staff of the Anglo Celt 47 years ago and was Chief Reporter for 25 years. Worked in the Connaught Telegraph in Castlebar before coming to Cavan. Prominent in the establishment of Sinn Fein in the County. He took an active part in the fight for Independence and was interred in Ballykinlar and Crumlin Road Gaol in Belfast by the British. Very active in GAA circles he was instrumental in forming a hurling team in Cavan town in 1904 and was an active member of Cavan Slashers GFC.Very religious he visited the Cathedral at least once a day and he was a man of deep religious and political conviction. Sick for only 2 months. Father John Hunt officiated at he funeral from the Cathedral to Cullies where the coffin draped in the tricolour was carried part of the journey by his colleagues in the Anglo Celt. A Guard of Honour was drawn up from colleagues in the old IRA who were all interred with him during the struggle for Independence including Michael and Thomas Foynes Butlersbridge Michael McGearty Matt Tully and Owen Burns Charlie Reilly Drumherrish Pol McSeain Cornafean CP Fitzpatrick Ballinagh Sean O Farrell  Cavan. Walter Higgins Drung sounded the last post at the graveside. He is survived by his wife Eileen son Stephen B Nuala and Ita.

Death of Kate O Dowd who lived with her relatives Mr and Mrs Tom O Rourke Lake View. Funeral from the Cathedral to Killygarry.

Sean Dwane son of Mr TW Dwane former Postmaster in Cavan has completed a 2 year Agricultural Course at the Salesian College Pallashenry and will manage a 500 acre farm in Ontario Canada.

Rate Collection for the Urban area of Cavan amounts to £11,557 representing a collection of 97.80%.Arrears amount to £282 of which only £3 will be written off says County Manager Dermot McCarthy.

April 22^nd 1950 Serious accident at Kilmore Cross at 7 Am on Monday morning .Jim Mullery and his friends Kathleen and Molly Rorke Assistants in Mc Cusker’s Hair Salon and Kathleen McGirr Arva aged 6 are all detained in Cavan Surgical Hospital after the car in which Jim Mullery was driving was in collision with a tree at Kilmore on their way back from a weekend in Sligo. The car was a complete write off and the occupants received head injuries not thought to be life threatening.

Patrick McCaffrey Junior Mitchell Street has a miraculous escape from serious injury when a tree he was watching being felled  went out of control and he was hit with a branch at the Plantation in Cloverrhill.

April 29^th 1950 Scouts Revue 1950 features the new singing sensation Frank McPhail of Radio Eireann fame.

Death of Frank Jackson Wolfe Tone Street after a short illness. Worked all his life at M/S Fagan’s Glenalara Swellan.Well known member of the Workers Union. Survived by his wife family and many relatives.

Death of Jane Cartwright Mitchell Street on Wednesday her 25^th birthday. Father Charles Cartwright officiated at the funeral from the Cathedral to Cullies.

Transport Workers Union presents Patrick O Reilly with a wallet of notes on the occasion of his emigration to the USA. The Social in the Town Hall concluded with the singing of He is a Jolly Good Fellow’ and the National Anthem.

President Sean T and Mrs Kelly are received in private audience by Pope Pius XII on the occasion of their State Pilgrimage to the Vatican for Holy Year.

May 6^th1950 Meeting of Cavan Urban Council Mary Brady Chairman presiding present were M/S J Muldoon AG Fegan BT Corr and Patrick McDonnell Baker County Manager Dermot McCarthy and Town Clerk Michael Conlon.Good news as the Manager announces that the Urban Rate for this year is reduced by 1/6.

Sudden death of the great PJ Duke at Saint Vincent’s Hospital Dublin shocks the country and particularly every village and town in County Cavan. Thousands at the May Fair in Bailieborough are numb with shock and many tears are shed while the same pattern is repeated all over the county with people bursting into tears as his death was announced on the Radio Eireann News Bulletins. In Dublin his team mates file past the coffin in the Mortuary at Saint Vincent’s before carrying his remains to the waiting hearse for his last journey home to Stradone. In O Connell Street all businesses closed traffic was stopped and thousands thronged the footpaths to catch a glimpse of the famous Cavan team lining both sides of the hearse. In Blanchardstown Clonee Navan Kells and Virginia thousands stand with head bared tears streaming down their cheeks mourning the loss of one of Cavan’s greatest warriors. Saint Brigid’s Church in Larah was packed to capacity as friends and neighbours come to pay their respects. The coffin was draped in both the UCD and Cavan colours and his football boots stood on top of the coffin. The young altar servers carried the 14 wreaths to his grave while his team mates carried PJ from the Church to his final resting place.Rev Father Ryan CC assisted by Rev J Canon Keogan and Rev L Corr CC officiated at the graveside. PJ Duke is survived by his parents Andrew and Mrs Duke brothers Charles Vincent Tom sisters Betty and Kathleen. PJ Duke was the holder of 2 All Ireland Senior medals- playing in 4 Finals (1945 1947 1948 and 1949) 4 Ulster Senior Championship medals 1 National League 1948 1 Railway Cup won on Saint Patrick’s Day 1950.McRory Cup medals with Saint Patrick’s College 1942 and 1943 representing Ulster Colleges on both occasions 3 Sigerson Cp medals 1945 1949 and 1947 when he captained UCD to victory. In 1950 he represented the Combined University against Ireland where he came up against his old friend and Cavan team mate Victor Sherlock producing a classic performance. He was a final year Dentistry student at UCD and was due to sit his finals next month.

May 13^th 1950 Peter A Fitzpatrick 31 Market Street Cootehill is appointed Law Agent for County Cavan. Native of Scotshouse Peter is married to Church Street native Rose Taggart (Coachbuilders). He is brother of Tom Fitzpatrick Solicitor Cavan.

Tenants appointed to 20 new houses in Kilnavara (Saint Phelim’s Place) 1 William Allen Baker 2 James McCabe Shop Assistant 3 Thomas A Pryce Lorry Driver 4 Hugh P McEntee Rate Collector 5 Patrick McGrath Garda Sergeant 6 J P Keegan Health Inspector 7 Mrs Josephine Sheridan Postmistree 8 Thomas Donlon School’s Inspector 9 John McSherry Garda 10 Bernard Cullen Insurance Agent 11 MJ Magee School Teacher 12 Patrick Flynn Home Support Officer 13 Terry Dowd Garage Foreman 14 Henry Agnew Retired 15 Tommy Cusack Postman 16 Gerry T Moore Plasterer 17 James Graham Driver 18 Walter Lambert Pensioner 19 Edward Sharkey Labourer 20 Patrick Brady Carpenter. Dermot McCarthy County Manager announces that the total rental income from houses to Cavan UDC is £2,293 of which a staggering £2,233 was collected.

Death of Frank Sheehy at his residence Hammersmith London on May 10^th 1950.His daughter is married to Edward Johnston Wolfe Tome Street. Outstanding footballer with Cavan Slashers in the 1920-1930 period.

Death of Elizabeth Heslin Kelly’s Terrace after a long illness.

Jumble Sale in aid of the recently formed Girl’s Cub in the Town Hall where it was announced hat a branch of the Legion of Mary was being organised and a book lending service courtesy of Cavan County Library was being established.

May 20^th 1950 Cyril Anderson is the winner of the bronze medal at the Feis Cheoil for Senior Piano (Caroline O Reilly Cup) where there were 43 entries from all over the country. Cyril is a teacher in the Royal school and is secretary Cavan Lawn Tennis Club Farnham Street and Organiser of the famous Cavan Open week in August each year.

National Senators and MPs at their annual Conference in the North ask the Republic government to give seats in the Senate and Dail to Nationalist elected representatives in Northern Ireland.

Mollie Soden Chief Probate Officer is appointed a Commissioner for Oaths by the Minister for Justice.

Drumcrave Band Committee pass a vote of sympathy with the relatives of Bernard Young RIP who was a founder member of the band in 1890.

Excursion from Portadown arrives in Cavan with 300 free spending clients shopping for items not available in Northern Ireland. O Nell Pipe Band  parade the town several times making a big impression with their stirring selections and magnificent uniforms. Later they took up a generous collection.

Glut of potatoes at Cavan Market with Banners 1/10 to 2/- a stone and Pinks from 2/4 to 2/6 a stone. Trade was fairly brisk with 156 bags sold.

The Tercentenary of the birth of Saint John Bosco De Las Salle who was canonised in 1900 celebrated in the Cathedral on May 14^th with Father John Hunt officiating and Father Vincent K Kennedy on the organ accompanying the De La Salle Boy’s Choir.

May 27^th 1950 Huge crowds attend the Parish Mission in the Cathedral Killygarry and Butlersbridge given by Father Sorahan and Father Phair OMI.

Death of Peter Smith uncle of John Smith Killygarry and uncle of Paddy and Donie Smith Cavan county footballers. Funeral from the Cathedral to Killygarry with Father Charles Cartwright and Father Robert McCabe officiating.

For the first time in living memory neither male or female presenting themselves for Hire at Cavan May Fair. Hopefully we have seen the end of this barbaric custom.

Two very respectable members of the recent Portadown outing to Cavan appear at Cavan District Court charged with stealing 2 rolls of spin silk from the premises of Maurice Brady Man Street. Justice Patrick Lavery in extending the POA on condition that they keep the peace fined the two gentlemen £1 each and compliment Garda Bligh for his quick action in apprehending them at Cavan Station where he found the two rolls of silk concealed beneath their coats. Both were much the worse for drink and Justice Lavery told them if they came to the attention of the Court again they would get 6 months in Mountjoy!

Tommy McCormick conducts a guided tour of his magnificent Elmbank Hatchery for Dr Coles Chief Poultry Officer of the British Department of agriculture and Mr Philpote Chief Poultry Inspector of the Department of Agriculture Dublin. Over 250,000 Day Old Chicks are dispatched to Poultry Producers all over Ireland from this most up to date plant which is one of the finest in Europe.

June 3^rd 1950 Death of Mrs Edward Smith College Street. Native of Bailieboro husband was a retired Postman. Funeral from the Cathedral to Cullies with Father Malachy Byrne officiating.

Death of the very well known and popular Billy Morris Upper Main Street at the age of 60 at the Adelaide Hospital Dublin after a short illness. For over 40 years he was on the compositing staff in Cavan Anglo Celt. He was an  outstanding printer and compositor with an artistic eye and speed’s He was a great friend of the Smyth’s McEntee’s and Sullivan’s and joined them fishing hunting and socialising. Very droll sense of humour Billy could make a sharp personal remark which never offended .Survived by his sister Jenny and many relations and friends. The cortege was met on the final journey from Dublin at the School House and the funeral from Cavan Parish Church was one of the biggest ever seen in the town with all shops closed and curtains drawn as mark of respect to a great old residernt.The Celt staff carried the coffin up Church Street and from the hearse to the graveside at the New cemetery where the Rev Young officiated.

Dorie Smith wins the Best Gross at Mullingar Golf Club Open with an 85.Next Sunday Bob Henderson’s Captain’s Prize at County Cavan Golf Club.

June 10th 1950 Bernard Finlay announces that he is opening the newly refurbished Dew Drop Inn specialising in Beer Grocery and Confectionery at 2 Connolly Street formerly owned by Vincent Cullen. The Monumental Works adjacent will still continue under his management and all orders received will be executed on time.

Owenie McGovern playing off 16 with a score of 68 nett wins the Captain’s Bob Henderson’s Prize at County Cavan Golf Club 2^nd Tomas Donlon School’s Inspector (18) with 69 nett.52 competed for the Prize.

Cavan reap full revenge on Meath by winning the 1950 League Final (Home).It was decided at Congress to admit New York to play in the League Final against Cavan when they are over in August.

Rev Charles Young nephew of Thomas Young Ashe Street Publican and a native of Swanlinbar is ordained to the Priesthood at Saint Kieran’s College Kilkenny. He will minister in San Diego California.

Death of J Allen Nee McDermott Mitchell Street after a long illness borne with courage and fortitude. Father Charles Cartwright officiated at the Funeral from the Cathedral to Cullies.

Dickey Mullery Norman Cinnamond and Richard Black are the chief promoters of the new cycling Club planned for Cavan town. Untimely death of Ann O Reilly Imperial Hotel at a Dublin Nursing Home after a very short illness. She was sister of T Plunkett Chairman County Cavan Farmers. Highly respected and religious she leaves a husband Phil and 5 children Marie Breda Christina Philip and Oliver who is only 5 weeks old.Rev John Hunt CC officiated at the funeral from the Cathedral to Killygarry Cemetery.

Harry Bradshaw and Joe Carr enthral a huge crowd who paid 2/6 each in a 27 hole exhibition match at County Cavan Golf Club.

June 17^th 1950 Liam Bogue Junior from Drogheda opens new Sawmills overlooking Breffni Park. He is presently building a dwelling house adjacent to the Mill. He will turn out hurleys and brush handles. His father designed and manufactured the clock in Croke Park known to thousands of Gaels.

June 24^th 1950 4 bus loads of visitors from Bray and Dun Laoire enjoy a day out in Cavan capped off with a lively Social in Gannon’s Hall.

Death of William Gichreest Pullamore after a lingering illness. Father CA Cartwright officiated at the Funeral from the Cathedral to Killygarry.

Death of Bernard Lynch Crubany.Huge attendance at the Cathedral bore testimony to his popularity. Father Malachy Byrne officiated at the funeral from the Cathedral to Killygarry.

July 1st 1950 Rev Patrick Flood Chaplin to the American Air Force returns to Germany after a holiday with his father Patrick at Tullyco Cavan.

Death of Frank Brady Tierquin well known sportsman and huntsman. He was an enthusiastic follower of Cavan county football team. He was a founder member of Cavan Hunt Club. Funeral from the Cathedral to Killygarry Cemetery.

Congratulations to Barry Cullen Farnham Street who passed his 3^rd Medical Exam at UCD with 1^st class honours. He is 2^nd son of Dr Bertie and Maura Cullen Farnham Street.

MJ Sonny Magee playing off 8 shows his wonderful versatility by winning the Cullen Cup 3 up at County Cavan Golf Club 2^nd was M O Rourke (16) 3^rd Paddy McManus (20) and 50 competed.

Over 80,000 Pioneers pack into Croke Park reciting the heroic offering marking the Golden Jubilee of the Pioneer Total Abstinence Association.

US joins the Korean War on Saturday July 8^th 1950. President Truman orders the United States 24^th Infantry Division to the battle front as Communist Troops  from the North push into South Korea where they are met with token resistance. The US Navy under General McArthur commence blockading the coast while the American Air Force are ordered to bomb strategic positions in North Korea.

July 8^th 1950 Oliver Finlay Cavan Post Office as a result of the Civil Servant Examinations is promoted Officer GPO Dublin. Presentation to Oliver a native of Bridge Street by J Timoney Postmaster on behalf of indoor and outdoor staff.

Adam Louden former Butcher in the town and now 36 years in Canada visits Cavan for a holiday. He is manager of a large Slaughtering Plant in Vancouver.

Death of K Smith wife of Michael Pullamore.Huge funeral from the Cathedral to Killygarry. She leaves husband Michael and 8 children.

Thousands of cyclists pass through the town on their way to the Ulster Semi Final in Clones.750 passengers travelled by train with GNR Railways and were among the 15,000 who saw Cavan beat Antrim 1-12 to 2-6 in the Ulster Semi Final in Clones.

July 15^th 1950 Sister M Angela sister of George Maloney Pound Archway and the late Mary Josephine Smyth 60 Main Street and Annaly House 7 Cootehill Road Cavan celebrates the Golden Jubilee of her Profession on the Feast of Saint Peter and Paul at the Sacred Heart Novitiate and Provincialate Rearsby Leicester England. The Bishop pf Nottingham and a large number of clergy joined in the ceremonies. Later Sister Angela along with the American Mother Abbess paid a visit to Rome for Holy Year where she was received  by Pope Pius xii in private audience at the Vatican.

Death of Douglas Hyde the first President of Ireland at the age of 89 after a long illness. Eminent gaelic scholar and writer he was the founder of the Gaelic League.

Phil Reilly The Imperial Hotel suffers second bereavement within a few weeks of his wife’s death with his brother James Reilly Tullyinchin Laragh passing away. The funeral was very well attended from Carrickallen Church to the adjoining cemetery.

Paddy Reilly Lisdarn T Farrelly and Jimmy Smith are among the delegates at the Foresters Convention in Drogheda.

July 22^nd 1950 Sister M Patricia Kelly Medical Missionaries of Mary takes her final degree in Medicine at UCD.She will work among the poor Pagans and Lepers in Africa. She is a daughter of John Kelly Tax Officer and a native of Redhills.

Death of Grace Finegan Rockville Corlurgan.She was a gentle religious person of advanced years. She was a sister of the late Bishop Patrick Finegan and niece of Bernard Finegan both Bishops of Kilmore.Sister of Mrs Packenham M Finegan and A Finegan and aunt of Mollie Finegan NT and Jim Finegan Corlurgan.Father Charles Cartwright officiated at the funeral from the Cathedral to Cullies.

July 29^th1950 Armagh beat Cavan to win their first Ulster Senior Championship since 1903.Celebrations went on long into the night in Clones.

Superintenent P Hennelly establishes a  Boxing Club in Ballyhaise with a big tournament organised for the 15^th August at which boxers from all the adjacent counties will take part. Sergeant Hennelly was on the Irish Olympic Boxing Team of 1932 in Los Angeles winning a coveted Golden Gloves title in 1933.

Death of Mrs Charlie Reilly Drumherrish.She was widow of John Reilly and daughter of Matthew Smith Drumcrave.She was a wonderful conversationalist and could recall events back to Fenian times. She was mother of Poll topping County Councillor Charles Reilly Clann Na Poblachta and Eugene Reilly Supervisor County Cavan Cow Testing Association. Father Malachy Byrne officiated at the funeral from the Cathedral to Cullies cemetery.

Thomas Browne 13 son of Paddy Browne now 23 years in England is awarded a 3 year Scholarship by the City Council London where his father is employed as a Labourer.

Death of the legendary Paddy Reilly Mill Rock after a long illness borne with great dignity and courage. Founder member of the Cavan Labour Band who played the Dead March from Saint Phelim’s to the Cathedral and formed a Guard of Honour as the hearse inched towards Cullies where Father Malachy Byrne an old friend of the deceased officiated. Paddy was a gifted Electrician with Smyth’s 60 Main Street and was known far and wide for his good nature and great skill as he brought the benefits of Electricity to the people of County Cavan. Lifetime member of the Confraternity of the Holy Family.

Over 700 travel by train to Clones while thousands cycled the 18 miles journey returning in dry weather after a very wet morning. Armagh beat Cavan to win their first Ulster title since 1903 and celebrations continued long into the night. Cavan now have the arduous task of playing New York in Croke Park next Sunday in the National League Final.

August 5^th 1950 Very Rev Canon Mitchell MA Ballymena is elected Bishop of Kilmore Ardagh and Elphin in succession to Dr Hughes who has resigned due to ill health.

Brid Sheridan County Librarian appeal is for more funds to refurbish and extend Library facilities particularly at Central Headquarters. There are 50 centres throughout the County and many have become dilapidated in the 20 years since the Library Service was founded.

Father Michael Smith is spending a holiday with his sister Mrs Tuite Sub Post Office Virginia. Father Smith is brother of Philip and Bennie Smyth Merchants Main Street.

Maureen Cosgrave daughter of Packy and Mrs Cosgrove Wolfe Tone Street wins 6 medals at the Annual Ballyjamesduff Feis while Kathleen Hicks daughter of Patrick and Mrs Hicks Emmett Place wins 5 medals at the same Feis.

Frank Carroll and Tony Dunne are in Belgium on holidays. Trouble is reported in Belgium as attempts are made to unseat King Leopold.

Whist Drive in Smith’s Railway Hotel in aid of Breffni Park Improvement Fund.

August 12th 1950.Sympathy is extended to Michael Farrelly Tullac Mongan and Cavan Labour Band  on his recent bereavement and the family of the late Paddy Reilly Mill Rock on the death of Paddy a founding member of Cavan Labour Band.

Valerie McCarren Finalist in the Irish Junior Championships at London Bridge Road Dublin. She is daughter of Tom and Minnie McCarren Brookvale.

August 19th 1950 Wettest Summer in 26 years .In his first address to his Flock Bishop Quinn calls for prayers for good weather.

Princess Elizabeth Duchess of Edinburgh gives birth to her second child a girl called Anne at her London residence Clarence House. Anne is becomes 3^rd in line to the throne after her brother Charles who was born on November 14^th 1948. Sean T O Kelly President ov Ireland sent a telegram of congratulations on behalf of the people of Ireland.

Death of Pat Brady Draper Upper Main Street deeply respected and very religious. Business man he  carried on a drapery store at Upper Main Street opposite Smyth’s Electrical in the shop now occupied by The Health Shop. Sub Prefect in the Holy Family Confraternity which he served with distinction for over 40 years. He was brother o Father Brady PP Ferbane County Offaly. Native of Gowna he was a noted footballer in his youth. Survived by his wife and daughter Vera. Father Charles Cartwright officiated at the Funeral from the Cathedral to Killygarry Cemetery.

Farewell in New Jersey to Mrs M Carroll and Kathleen Marron who are returning to Ireland. Attending the function were Winnie and Pete Smith late of the Courthouse C Boylan Mr and Mrs Robert Byrne Mr and Mrs Harry Dawson formerly Keadue Lodge.

August 26th 1950 Joe Dunne 20 is knocked down and killed as he cycled to town when his bike was in collision with a van driven by Michael Hill coming from the Ballyjamesduff area at Moynehall Crossroads. Great interest in sport he was a very popular young man in the area. Funeral from Killygarry Church to Killygarry Cemetery. Inquest into the accident and death at Cavan Courthouse adjourned. Jury Dickie Black Bennie Conaty Ned Cooke Johnny Donohoe Bernard Tully Joseph Harbinson Jim Leonard Pat McDonnell and George Morris.

Death of Kitsey McLoughlin only daughter of Tomas McLoughlin Creamery Manager Ballyhaise and Plush Cloverrhill.Noted and outstanding member of Saint Aidan’s Dramatic Society Butlersbridge, she was a very well known and highly successful step dancer at concerts all over the area. Father JJ O Reilly Adm officiated at the funeral from  Saint Aidan’s Butlersbridge to Saint Aidan’s cemetery.

 Cavan Boy Scouts are back from a very enjoyable but very wet Camp in Enniscrone County Sligo. They were employed during their stay as Stewards at Enniscrone Carnival selling tickets and distributing programmes also at Enniscrone Swimming Gala. Their itinerary consisted of Rising at 8 Drill until 8:30 Wash make beds before Breakfast at 9.Then peeling spuds carrying water etc until Dip in the Sea. After Dinner at 2 Siesta until 3:30 Football and games on the Strand Tea at 6 Free from 7:30 until 9:30 unless permission granted to attend a Cinema Show. Then Rosary followed by Supper and Lights Out.

Mrs P Galligan continues to promote the very successful CIE Pilgrimages to Knock with a capacity crowd of over 40 last Sunday. The bus detoured to Carrick on Shannon to pick up some Leitrim Pilgrims. Two more buses are travelling to Knock before the end of the Season and Mrs Galligan appeals for early bookings to avoid disappointment.

Over 150 female teachers attend a course on Kindergarten Schooling given by Miss O Donnell and Mrs Irwin in the Convent School. Teachers from Cavan Monaghan Leitrim Longford Galway and Limerick in attendance.

September 2nd 1950 Anna M Scott wins a Scholarship to Loreto College. She is daughter of Willie and Mrs Scott Moynehall.

Monsignor Austin Quinn DD PP Saint Peter’s Drogheda is consecrated the new Bishop of Kilmore in the Cathedral of Saints Patrick and Phelim by Archbishop of Armagh Dr Dalton assisted by  Dr McNeeley Bishop of Raphoe and Most Rev Dr McNamee Bishop of Ardagh and Clonmacnoise in the presence of the President Sean T O Ceallaigh Taoiseach John Costello Eamonn De Velera Leader of the Opposition and a huge gathering of clergy and Politicians.

The Consecration of the new Protestant Bishop of Kilmore Ardagh and Elphin will take place in Saint Patrick’s Cathedral Armagh on September 21^st at 11 Am. The new Bishop was born in Drumanatt Rectory Smithboro County Monaghan and is married to a daughter of Rev Mr Watson former Rector of Castle Archdale Newtownforbes. He is a former  Rector of Saint Patrick’s Ballymena and was ordained in 1924 when he was appointed Curate at Saint Mary’s Belfast. Moderator in Modern History and Political Science in Trinity College Dublin. Curate in Saint Polycarp’s  Finaghy Belfast and Dean of Residence in Queen’s University. He served as a commissioned officer with distinction in the British army.

 Saint Aidan’s Dramatic Society Butlersbridge 1950 Chairman Joe Brady Vice Chairman Hugh P Reilly Secretary John Fitzsimmons Assistant Secretary John McCardle Joint Treasurers James Hague and John P McCardle Committee H Shields Sean Rehill John Prunty P Callaghan James Shields. Rehearsals and Committee Meetings are strictly private.

One of Ireland’s greatest amateur sportsmen John Blayney retains his Men’s Singles title at County Cavan Tennis Club Farnham Street where there were 16 entries. Practicing on the South West Circuit he was capped for Ireland at Rugby last Season.Mrs RA Bain Ulster Number 1 easily retains her Singles crown while Bill Anderson of the Royal School wins the Men’s Singles Handicap and Mixed Doubles partnering Mrs Reardon. Ladies Doubles won in style by Kitty Sullivan and M McGauran while Jack Poyntz and M Tierney won the Doubles. The Secretary of the Tournament Cyril Anderson is the subject of many compliments in his outstanding organisation of the tournament despite inclement weather.

Death of Catherine Smith College Street. Her husband who was from Bailieborough died 20 years ago .Father Malachy Byrne assisted by Mrs Smiths’ grandson newly ordained Father Tom Halton officiated at the funeral from the Cathedral to Cullies.

Hugh (Bud) McNamara finds an 1777 Danish bronze crown when excavating a building in Clones County Monaghan.

As the wettest Summer in living memory continues the Green Lake floods on to the Dublin Road. Conditions are grim for the saving of hay and crops while there is very little hope of drying the sodden turf in Mullahoran and Bruskey Bogs.

Newry Amateur Brass and Reed Band under their Conductor Tommy Mulligan arrive in 2 buses to parade Cavan town and enjoy their annual outing in the town.

September 16^th 1950 In his first address to the people of his Diocese the new Bishop of Kilmore calls for prayers for an improvement in the weather so that farmers may save the hay crops and turf.

Ethna McGovern Drumkilly scores 72 marks in the Higher Senior Piano Examinations while Colm Mc Govern Drumkilly scores 70 in the Senior Section Una McGovern 80 in Elementary with Tommy Cullivan Cavan scoring 78 Sean Donlon  and Marie Donlon Saint Phelim’s Place 89 and 85 respectively in the Elementary Section. All are pupils of Kathy Brady ALCM Town Hall Street.

Cavan Lawn Tennis Club beat the Pavillion Lawn Tennis Club 8-3 at Town Hall Tennis Court. Rev G Cave beat Dickey Mullery 6-4 0-6 and 6-4 Bill Anderson beat Jack Poyntz 6-2 6-3 Mrs Reardon beat Vera Brady (later Mrs Sherlock) 8-6 6-3 M McGauran beat Mary Gear 0-6 6-0 and 7-5 Jack Halpin and WJ Flannery beat A McLoughlin and Michael Conlon Mrs Flannery and Miss R Harmon beat Sheila McCarren and Kitty Sullivan 6-2 6-4.

September 16^th 1950 Rev Thomas McCormack PP Wales is spending a holiday with his sisters Mrs May Monaghan and Bee Donohoe Upper Main Street.

September 23^rd 1950 Bishop Quinn is Guest of Honour at the Magnet Cinema where the Holy Rosary Sisters ‘Out of the Darkness’ is playing to capacity attendances. A two hour show depicting the Sisters journey from Killeshandra to Africa and their heroic work among the poor and destitute on that Continent. Further showings are scheduled for Bailieborough and Belturbet this week. Meanwhile Bishop Quinn celebrates his first Public Mass at 8 am in the Cathedral of Saints Patrick and Phelim and gives thanks to the people of Cavan for the warmth of their welcome to him.” It won’t be their fault if I don’t feel at home among you “!

Robert Emmett Players Butlersbridge meeting in the Hall members only.

Mullahoran and Cornafean clash in the Senior Football Final on Sunday October 1^{st .}

Ireland beats a fancied England team at Goodison Park. First defeat ever suffered by an English team on home soil.

September 30th 1950 Cavan County Council Elections-Cavan area 7 Seats 1^st Count Paddy Baxter Fine Gael  Outgoing 639 James Cassells Outgoing Fine Gael 634 JC Cole Outgoing 698 Patrick J Conaty New Fianna Fail 508 John F Corr Fianna Fail Outgoing 618 Phillip Cowan Clann Na Poblacht 376 Michael Dowd Fianna Fail Outgoing 483 John McHugh Independent 597 Joe McMahon New 241 Charles O Reilly Clann Na Poblacht Outgoing 1,464 Francis Rehill New 503 Patrick O Reilly ITGWU 220 Ed Sheridan FTU New 288 Terence J Smith FTU 410 Hugh P Tully FTU 191.Elected were Charles Reilly JC Cole Frank Rehill Paddy Baxter James Cassells JF Corr and Paddy Conaty.Meanwhile Tom Fitzpatrick was elected to Cavan Urban Council for the first time where Johnny Murray elected failed to take his seat in protest and PJ Brady Labour Party was selected by the Council to take Murray’s seat. The outgoing Chairman Mary E Brady Independent was elected Chairman while Pat McDonnell was elected Vice Chairman. The other members are Tommy Cullivan Fianna Fail Wolfe Tone Street Gerry Kelly Fianna Fail Connolly Street TJ Fitzpatrick Fine Gael Solicitor Farnham Street Sean Magee Fine Gael Bridge Street John Murray ITGWU Arthur G Fagan Independent Farnham Street Michael Young Fianna Fail Ashe Street. John Murray was subsequently replaced by his colleague PJ Brady ITGWU who polled 11 votes on the first count.

Death of Nicholas P Fitzelle in Wexford father of Mrs PV Coughlan Department of Agriculture Church Street. Secretary of Wexford County Council from 1903-1944 and Chairman of Wexford Committee of Agriculture.

Death of Mary Martin Owen Roe. She was a World War 1 widow of great outgoing personality and worked hard to bring up her large family many of them going to Secondary School and making distinguished careers for themselves. She was mother of Henry Martin Clerk Cavan Court Services Courthouse and a noted musician.

Sergeant Joseph McDonagh is made a presentation of a wallet of notes at a function in the Farnham Hotel on the occasion of his appointment as Station Sergeant in Slane .He will be replaced by sergeant P Henley Ballyhaise former Olympic Boxer and Golden Gloves Finalist of 1933.

D Clarke very popular Poultry Instructress Cavan is made a presentation by her many friends at a Show/Supper in the Railway Hotel. She is taking up a similar appointment in Cork.

Another death in the McLoughlin family as Jack McLoughlin only son of Thomas McLoughlin Creamery Manager Plush Cloverhill.Thomas’ only daughter Kitsey died only a  a few months ago. Funeral from Saint Aidan’s Church to the adjoining Cemetery.

Death of James Devlin Wolfe Tone Street father of the great Joe Devlin Cavan Harps. He was a founder member of Cavan Labour Band who played the Dead March at the Removal from Saint Phelim’s Hospital to the Cathedral and formed a Guard of Honour at the funeral from the Cathedral to Cullies Cemetery where father JJ O Reilly Adm officiated.

Old Age Pension Committee 1950 Rev Archdeacon Shire Rev William McDowell Charles O Reilly County Council Michael Dowd and O Smith .Presiding Officers JJ Maguire and F Flanagan.

October 14^th 1950 John O Connor Monumental Sculpture Monuments cleaned Inscriptions cut limestone and white marble headstones. Estimates free and keenest prices.

CYMS Whist Top Score Kay Brady Main Street 1^st Lady Miss B Smyth 2^nd Josephine McEntee Gents H Smith Abbey Street First Gent P O Connell from a cut with Frank Fitzpatrick 3^rd F Tully.

Death of Mrs Fay College Street .Her husband Tommy is domiciled in England. Her brother James Devlin only died a few weeks ago. Funeral from the Cathedral to Cullies Cemetery.

John McGinnity Travel Agent Bridge Street is guest of Aer Lingus British European Airways and TWA in Rome for the Holy Year ceremonies in Saint Peter’s Square at which Pope Pius XII presided.

October 21^st 1950 Death of Lord Kilbracken at the age of 73 in Kent England. Born in 1877  Hugh John Godley succeeded to the Title on the death of his father in 1932.Served in the House of Lords from 1923-1944 being Chairman of a number of Committees and Counsel to Treasury from 1917-1922.Married Helen Usborne in 1919 and was divorced in 1936.He later married  Rhoda Leonora Taylor a musician’s daughter from Brighton. She was found dead suffering from suspected self inflicted gun shot wounds at their home in Killeshandra in 1943.The heir is Lieutenant Commander John Raymond Godley 30 who won a  DSC for bravery serving in the Fleet in World War 2.Married Penelope Anne in 1943 they have 1 son Christopher John. The 1st Baron was Sir John Arthur Godley who served for 27 years  as Permanent Under Secretary for India.

Times Pictorial Illustrated visits Cavan this week. Wonderful souvenir for 2 pence.

Wall to wall coverage of the Local Government Inquiry into the administration of Dermot McCarthy County Manager begins in the Courthouse.

Vera Brady opens her first shop at her hone 41 Main Street opposite Smyth’s 60 Main Street specialising in General Drapery Ladies and Gents outfitting.

Drama at Local Government Inquiry on Saturday morning as County Manager Dermot McCarthy takes ill and Dr Jack Sullivan testifies that he is unable to give any evidence until Monday morning.

The legendary Father Patrick McNiffe  is re elected Secretary of the Irish Headmasters Association. Father McNiffe is the very popular President of Saint Patrick’s College Cavan.

Cavan Urban Council are completing the second phase of the Saint Phelim’s Place scheme.20 more houses will be ready for letting in the coming weeks. Meanwhile plans are at an advanced stage for the building of a further 33 houses at Tullac Mongan where John T Doonan 10 Lake View is quick off the mark with his application for the post of Night Watchman.

Death of King Gustav of Sweden at the age of 92. He was the oldest reigning Monarch in the World and reigned for an incredible 42 years. He succeeded his father and refused to be officially crowned.

CYMS Whist Top Score Miss Magee 1^st Lady Mrs N Dowd 2^nd Miss E Clarke Gents 1^st Frank Fitzpatrick 2^nd Brian Tierney.

November 4^th The greatest Catholic event of the century-the proclamation of the Sovereign Pontiff Pius XII of the Dogma of the Assumption is heard on Vatican radio by over 1 million people.

 1950 Local Government Inquiry continues in the Courthouse. County Manager Dermot McCarthy is accused of promotion of temporary Engineer, the employment and payment of unlicensed Hauliers.Alleged short loading of County Council stone. The purchase of heavy machinery and plant without consultation. The decision of the County Manager to change from direct labour quarrying of stone to Contract System although strongly advised against it by Assistant County Engineer Michael Brennan.and apparent irregularities in the payment of stone Apparent leaks of confidential information regarding Part Quotation. The loaning of County Council stone to local contractors. Those giving evidence include Dermot McCarthy County Manager G McGovern NT Belturbet Enda P McGovern BE Michael Brennan Chief Assistant County Engineer Michael J Smith Secretary Cavan County Council Jimmy Dawson Machinery Overseer Teddy Smyth K Brady Miss Masterson Miss Fitzgerald Council Staff T Malone Manager Ulster Bank Tom Kenny Assistant County Engineer V Kearns M/S Sissons Brothers and Kearns.

Death of celebrated Irish author playwright critic and pioneering vegetarian George Bernard Shaw at the age of 94 at his home in England following complications following a fall when he broke his hip. His will greatly benefits the National Gallery of Ireland.

Over 1 million people gather in Saint Peter’s Rome on the Feast of All Saints to hear Pope Pius XII proclaim the dogma of the Assumption of the Blessed Virgin in to Heaven greeted with joyous exultation and acclamation. People all over the world listen to the ceremonies on Radio with Radio Eireann carrying a live broadcast of this great event. Among the attendance in Rome was the newly consecrated Bishop of Kilmore Austin Quinn Most Rev Dr Kyne Bishop of Meath and the Primate of All Ireland Archbishop  Dalton.

Billy Carter Orchestra supplies the music at the first County Council Dance in a packed Town Hall which was beautifully decorated for the occasion with valuable spot prizes each dance.

AG Fegan Cavan Urban Council is elected to the National Executive of Municipal Authorities at their annual meeting.

November11th 1950 Requiem Mass for recently deceased Father James McCabe Killygarry in Warwick England. Assistant Parish Priest at Saint Mary’s Wolverhampton since his ordination in 1943.He was extremely popular with all classes and creeds. Rev John Young Kenilworth assisted by Rev Andrew Smith and Rev Patrick Maguire. The Auxiliary Bishop of Birmingham Rev Dr Joseph Masterson presided and Rev Anthony Timlin his successor in Saint Mary’s acted as Master of Ceremonies.

Art McMullin BL son of Surgeon Joseph and Mrs McMullin Cavan is appointed Crown Counsel in Entebbe Uganda East Africa which is just on the Equator. Art practiced on the North East Circuit (Cavan Monaghan Leitrim and Donegal) before his most recent appointment.

Patrick Clerkin son of Mr and Mrs Patrick Clerkin Bridge Street and a Past Pupil of Cavan Techincal School is appointed Manual Teacher in Dundalk .He previously was employed in Cork.

Death of Patrick Reilly Senior Mill Rock at the age of 84.Predeceased by his son Paddy an Electrician in Smyth’s some months ago he is survived by his daughter Agnes. He was an employee of Cavan Urban Council for many years. Father Charles Cartwright officiated at the funeral from the Cathedral to Cullies cemetery.

40 visitors arrive from Carrick County Antrim for Day Trip to Cavan which they enjoyed immensely buying products and goods still scarce in Northern Ireland after the War.

November 26th 1950 Local Government Inquiry finishes on Saturday after 22 days of intensive argument and cross examination. Over 40 witnesses took the stand. Some of them recalled at least once and many of them questioned for up to 10 hours. The cost of £10,000 will be borne by the Ratepayers. There were 2 Senior Counsel 5 Junior Counsel 8 Solicitors. The reports in the Anglo Celt were spread over 5 issues occupying over 106 columns and containing over 110,000 words.

December 4^th 1950 Annual collection for Cavan Red Cross realises the impressive total of £116-15-2 while Ballinagh contributed £39-17-4 and Gowna £29-9-11.Mrs Maloney reports that there are now 44 member of the Cavan Branch with very few of them at all active and it was very difficult to organise 1^st Aid Classes. Miss Murphy said she was planning to canvass the schools in a bid to recruit Junior members. Father John Maguire VG Cootehill presided with William Browne County Director Mollie Finnegan Treasurer Dorrie Smith Secretary and John M Breen County Findraiser.Surgeon McMullin was unable to attend due to work commitments.

Nuptial Mass and Papal Blessing at the marriage of Dr Richard Coffey Waterford and Eilish youngest daughter of Mr and Mrs J Kelly Spring Villas Redhills.

Ralph Sylvester is the very popular Band at the packed McCarren and Company. Town Hall was tastefully decorated and loads of spots.

Rev William McDowell Rector Presbyterian Church Farnham Street blesses the foundation stone at the new Saint Andrew’s Hall Knock bride Road Belfast.

Jim Dwane Night and Sunday Telephonist Cavan Post Office son of former Postmaster DT Dwane is retiring after 5 years to take up a Grocery appointment in Limerick. Most obliging courteous official a fountain pen and pencil set was presented by his colleagues in Cavan Post Office to mark his retirement.

Neither boys or girls present themselves for hiring at the November Fair. The passing of slavish custom is no loss to the Community.

Aldermann Hugh Lee former Lord Mayor of Manchester is made a Knight Commander of the Order of Saint Gregory.Aldermann Lee a native of Corrahoe Lavey presented the Hugh Lee Cup to Cavan Drama Festival on its foundation in 1945 and his wife is National President of the Catholic Mother’s Union.

December 2nd 1950 Frank Conlon Cavan’s leading Auctioneer and former proprietor of the Ritz Bar opens a new Drapery and Outfitting Store just opposite the Convent.

An amazing crowd of 10,000 watch Meath the All Ireland Champions beat Cavan 1-6 to 1-5 in the Fitzsimmons Cup Final in Kells where Connie Halton Mullahoran fills the out of favour Willie Doonan’s right full back berth and John Joe O Reilly was as usual Man of the Match.

Michael H Geraghty Cavan Post Office is successful in the Civil servant examinations and takes up a post as Clerical Officer in Meath County Council in Navan.He is a native of Dundalk County Louth.

Cosgrove’s Licensed premises in Bridge Street sold to PJ McEntee in trust for £1,800. Frank Conlon was the Auctioneer and TJ Fitzpatrick had carriage.

Death of Peter Galligan Breffni Park. Survived by his daughter. Father Charles Cartwright CC officiated at the funeral from the Cathedral to Killygarry Cemetery.

December 9th 1950 The new Bishop of Kilmore Austin Quinn addresses the Annual General Meeting of the CYMS and thanks them for their outstanding stewarding at his consecration and at other events in the Cathedral during the year. Father JJ O Reilly Reverend Chairman presided and in his address of welcome to the new Bishop Gerry Lovett Chairman calls on fellow members for  more input into the lay apostolate pointing out the various ways their talent could be deployed.Rev Chairman Father James J O Reilly Chairman Gerry Lovett Vice Chairman Matty Corcoran Treasurer Mick Fox Secretary Eugene Monaghan Committee HL Smyth Tommy Connolly Sean McConnell and Joe Higgins.

Dublin beat Antrim 6-5 to 4-1 in a thrilling Camogie All Ireland Final at Croke Park Dublin.

Joseph (Joe) McGovern 77 Church Street calls for a Christmas tree and presents for boys and girls aged 4-8. Meeting called for Town Hall at which Pat McDonnell UDC agreed to supply the tree Paddy Elliott undertook to erect same and Michael Smyth 60 Main Street undertook to decorate the tree with coloured bulbs.

Cavan Mineral Water Company 1^st Annual Dance with the Royal Dance Band spots and hall decorated. Admission is a rather steep 7/6 .Dress optional and a Photographer will attend.

J Timoney Postmaster is the recipient of a Social and presentation in his honour s he retires to Dublin after 3 years distinguished service as Postmaster at a function in the Lakeland Hotel. Tommy Hughes presided and praised Mr Timmoney for his total and complete reorganisation of the Postal Service in Cavan and his tact and wisdom in dealing with his staff. He was always sympathetic and helpful. Mr McKenna who made the presentation on behalf of his colleagues said that Mr Timoney was a very kind equally liked by staff and customers. PJ Hickey Head Office TK Igoe Drogheda G Smith Postmaster Drogheda Jack J Norry Oliver Finlay GPO and JT O Reilly also spoke.

1950 will be remembered for being The Holy Year but also 12 months of Winter with the Harvest largely lost to incessant rain. Weather comes to a head with a very heavy snow storm in which over 4 inches of snow fell this week with a total shortage of turf many of the poorer people could not afford the high price being asked for coal and are left to shiver in their own cold homes. Outdoors the younger folk welcomed the snow and frost with sleighs and slides at the incline to the Bu Office Wolfe Tone Street Mitchell Street where hundreds gathered to test their improvised Winter modes of conveyance.

Outstanding performance by Eugene Leddy and His Band on Radio Eireann last Sunday night. The Band consisted of Eugene Leddy conductor John P Reilly and Edward McPhillips Violins Tommy Reilly and Paddy McPhillips Accordions John Fanning Piccolo Mrs McGovern Piano with Jerome Breen on Drums.

Death of Fred Nolan Painter Wolfe Tone Street. Very popular with his many neighbours and friends. He was a very keen follower of all types of outdoor sport. Survived by his brother William. Funeral from Cavan Parish Church to Kilmore Cemetery.

Death of Michael Sullivan Labourer Breffni Terrace .Never missed a Sunday waking out at the crack of dawn to Butlersbridge and Derryheen.He always came back laden down with a great catch of fish which he generously distributed to all his neighbours. Father Malachy Byrne officiated at the funeral from the Cathedral to Cullies.

December 16^th 1950 Owen Roe AC AGM for forthcoming NACAI Convention and Annual Ceilidhe.

Dick Whittington and His Cat 3^rd Annual Pavilion Pantomime in the Town Hall from 31^st December 1950 to 7^th January 1951.Booking in Sullivan’s Sweet Shop 3/6 3/- 2/- un reserved. No booking by phone cash with order.

Death of the very well known Patrick Johnston 10 Wolfe Tone Street after a long illness at Saint Phelim’s Hospital. Worked in McCarren’s Bacon Factory all his life, he was a founder member of the ITGWU in Cavan and represented them with distinction on Cavan Urban Council for many years. Prominent member of Cavan Foresters he was engaged in all their charitable activities for the good of the Community. The Labour Band played the Dead March as they led the cortege from Saint Phelim’s to the Cathedral where his 6 sons hoisted the coffin on their shoulders and carried him to the Mortuary Chapel. The Cathedral was packed to capacity for the Requiem Mass where Father Joseph P Hunt presided and many of the attendance walked behind the cortege to Cullies cemetery. Survived by his wife 6 sons and daughters and many relatives.

Death of Elizabeth Carroll Creighan Terrace. Father Joseph P Hunt presided at the Requiem Mass in the Cathedral to Cullies Cemetery Survived by her brother nephews and nieces and a large circle of friends.

 Another huge fall of snow with heavy frosts in Cavan. Road conditions hazardous resulting in many accidents. Despite the bad weather the brisk trading in the shops which started 4 weeks ago continues unabated and there are many visitors home for Christmas from abroad.

Magnet Players ‘pull the house down’ with Paul Twining in Saint Joseph’s Hospital Lisdarn where a donation from the Management and Staff of Irish Shoes Supplies is publicly acknowledged and appreciated. James Coyle and His Band provided the music.

Cavan Slashers stage the biggest Whist Drive ever seen in Cavan Town Hall where 101 tables were fully occupied. Top Score was P Keaney Crubany Ladies 1^st Mrs Tierney Farnham Street 2^nd  Mrs McGillicuddy Farnham Street 3^rd Mrs McDonald Gents 1^st Jack Brady 2^nd MJ Magee 3^rd M Carroll. Eugene Monahan was an outstanding MC and kept the play moving at a brisk and humorous pace.

Death of Mrs R Dinneny  Church Street wife of Hugh Railway Porter at an advanced age in Hospital. Father Joseph P Hunt presided at the Requiem Mass in the Cathedral and at burial in Cullies Cemetery.

December 23^rd 1949 Huge turn out for Christmas Tree meeting in the Town Hall called by Joe McGovern. Committee elected consisting of PJ McEntee Chairman RS Black Treasurer Joe McGovern Secretary Committee HL Smyth ET O Hanlon MJ Smith Jack Brady George Morris Jimmy McEntee Patrick McDonnell UDC Jim Leonard Seamus Gilheaney NT Gerry Lovett TJ Fitzpatrick Solicitor Sean Magee UDC Tom Hickey Superintendent  Joe Murray Michael O Rourke Munster and Leinster Bank.

Life goes on but Cavan gripped in the worst Christmas storm in living memory with the arrival of more snow and the CIE nationwide strike adding to the confusion after the Unions rejected the latest pay settlement. It is expected that the Strike will drag on into the New Year.

Irish Foresters Labour Party and Clann Na Poblacht adjourn their meetings as a mark of respect to the late Patrick Johnston Wolfe Tone Street.

December 30th 1950 The Holy Year of 1950 ends when the Pope knelt to place the first brick on the threshold of the Holy Door of Saint Peter on Christmas Eve. It was Pope Pius XII who was first to enter by the great door last Christmas Eve and he is now the last to leave. It is the 25^th Jubilee since 1300 and during the year over 4 million from every nation on earth visited Rome. Over 3 million Italians and Romans also took part in the main ceremonies to make this the greatest Jubilee in the history of the Church.

Most Reverend Dr Kyne Bishop of Meath ordains 29 students for the Maynooth Mission to China at Dalgan Park Navan.Among the new priests are Rev D Woods Cootehill.

January 6^th 1951 Great outpouring of grief as Nurse Babs Keaney’s remains leave the Surgical where she was employed as a Theatre Nurse. Outstanding Carer she was equally popular with both staff and patients and dedicated her short life to the care of the sick. Hundreds gather on the snow covered pavements to pay their respects with a Guard of Honour of her colleagues in the Surgical Hospital. Native of Ballinamore she is survived by her parents Mr and Mrs Hugh Keaney brothers John C Joseph and Brendan sisters Sister Mary Ciaran Sister of Mercy Cootehill Sister Darena Saint Louis Convent Bundoran Sister Sophia Bundoran Sister Fidelma New York Sister Brendan Los Angeles Mary Ferris NT Mrs C Gannon Mona Keaney and Lottie Keaney.Father Malachy Byrne and Father Jimmy O Reilly Adm  accompanied the remains from the Surgical to Ballinamore.

Mrs Ladley sells her licensed premises to Michael Geoghegan Castleblayney for an undisclosed sum. Michael’s father is proprietor of the Central Hotel in Castleblayney.

Death of Josephine Smith nee Dempsey Saint Brigid’s Terrace after a short illness. Wife of John Smith Labourer and sister in law of John Lennon Cavan Labour Union.

Killygarry Players are back home in Killygarry Hall with their award winning Paul Twyning playing to capacity attendance on the 2 nights.

January 13th 1950 Meeting of Saint Joseph’s Young Priests Society is adjourned as a mark of respect to the late Babs Keaney.

Cavan continues to shiver n the teeth of freezing weather with the junction at Bridge Street and Wolfe Tone Street treacherous.

De La Salle School Cavan present All Aboard The Lugger in the Town Hall. Produced by Brother Mark the accompanist is the great Robbie Ryan and dance sequences by Bella Power. Ettie Mullery is in charge of the costumes while Sean Woods as Sludgy Meagher and Patrick Reilly as Captain McGregor are outstanding in the lead roles while other outstanding performances are given by Paddy McNamara Tommy McEvoy and Gerry Maguire.

All schools are closed in the town as the flu rages. Whole families are confined to bed and people with chest ailments are admitted to the local hospitals. The only good new to emerge from this most bitter of Winters is that a thrush was seen at the top of the Spire at the Church of Ireland and better weather and times are on the way!

Death of Pat Gaffney Upper Main Street well known Licensed Vintner at the ripe old age of 91 after a few days illness. Daily Communicant he was a member of the Holy Family Confraternity for over 75 years and was an original member of the Cathedral Committee founded in 1919 to raise funds to build the new Cathedral of Saints Patrick and Phelim. Former member of Cavan Agricultural Society he was a founder member and player with Cavan Slashers for whom he starred along with his brother Michael winning a County Senior Championship medal in 1892.Played against Commercials Dublin in the All Ireland Semi Final at Clonturk Park Dublin in 1891. Later applied the same skills and physique to hunting and fishing. Served his apprenticeship to the Grocery and Bar in Dublin when he was only 14.Father JJ O Reilly Adm officiated at the funeral from the Cathedral to Drumavaddy Cemetery.

Death of Zeta Brady 43 Church Street after a long and painful illness borne with great faith courage and fortitude at the early age of 20.Daughter of Gusty and Mrs Brady she was a quiet and charming girl. Grand niece of M Canon Kelly PP VF Ballinamore and cousin of Rev M Kelly CC Kill. Her aunt Sister Josephine is a member of the Holy Rosary Sisters Killeshandra.Survived by her parents Mr and Mrs Augustine Brady brothers Martin and Austin sisters Mrs AM Jackson and Cora Brady relatives and many friends. Father JJ O Reilly Adm led the Clergy from all over the Diocese in celebrating the Requiem Mass in the Cathedral with  burial later in Killygarry Cemetery.

Cavan Urban Council joins the great number of  local institutions closed or paralysed by a severe bout of flu. Only Mary Brady Chairman Tom Fitzpatrick Sean Magee Arthur Fagan Paddy Gaffney Town Surveyor Michael Conlon Town Clerk survive and decide to adjourn the meeting until the other members are back on their feet.

January 27th 1951 Austin A40 with full accessories and leather upholstery available at Smith’s Garage from £512.

Clann Na Poblachta Annual General Meeting in the Town Hall John Tully TD presiding Chairman Paddy Brady UDC Vice Chairman Terry Brady Secretary John J Smith Assistant Secretary John Galligan and Treasurer Patrick Smith.

Jim Brady is back in action in the Lightweight division when he takes on Tommy Rafferty over 6 rounds at the Ulster Hall in a return fight. Rafferty defeated Brady at the same venue in November 1950.

Total of 283,376 passengers pass through Dublin Airport in 1950.It is expected that they will clock up their 1 millionth passenger later this year since flights began in January 1940.

Dr John Cooney eldest son of Dr MA Cooney County MOH passes his final Medical exams at UCD and qualifies as a doctor.

Death of Elizabeth McCaffrey wife of Patrick McCaffrey Senior Mitchell Street. The family are news vendors and fruit merchants for over 50 years and deliver and sell the Anglo Celt each week from their premises in Mitchell Street and stall adjacent to Bridge Street corner. Her husband is also involved in selling goods in his travelling shop where everything from a needle to an anchor are available from his donkey and cart.  She is survived by her husband and large family. Father Charles A Cartwright officiated at the Funeral from the Cathedral to Cullies Cemetery.

Death of Margaret Agnew Connolly Street. She was widow of James Agnew.Funeral from Cavan Parish Church to the New Cemetery.

At the conclusion of the De La Salle musical ‘All Aboard the Lugger’the Principal Brother Augustus pays tribute to Brother Luke Director and Producer Robbie Ryan Musical Director and Patrick and Alice Elliott Packy Cullen Caretaker Town Hall Bella Power Dance Instructress Ettie Mullery who looked after the Wardrobe Very Rev Fr McNiffe Saint Patrick’s College and Rev Mother Abbess Poor Clares’ for their assistance in staging such a spectacular show.

February 3rd 1951 William Maloney eldest son of George and Eileen Maloney obtains 1^st place in Ireland in Retail Practice and 2^nd in Advanced Studies. He is presently on the staff of Brown Thomas Grafton Street Dublin.

Tony Dunne Saint Mary’s Terrace and Cavan Post Office Postman obtains promotion to the indoor staff GPO Dublin. Son of Joe and Mrs Dunne he was made a presentation by his friends and colleagues in Cavan Post Office.

Death of Mrs Cahill wife of Stephen Cahill College Street. She was a very devout Catholic and popular with friends and neighbours. She is survived by her son Lieutenant Frank Cahill Defence Forces Dundalk. Father Charles Cartwright officiated at the Funeral from the Cathedral to Denn Cemetery.

Archbishop of Dublin John Charles McQuaid a native of Cootehill intervenes in the long running CIE Strike that has crippled the country’s transport system for over 6 weeks and brought hardship to millions of commuters. After prolonged negotiation a formula for a return to work is agreed by Unions and Management

February 10th 1951 Death of the legendary Packy Leonard Bridge Street after a long illness borne with his customary courage fortitude and faith. Outstanding sportsman he was a Slashers and County footballer as well as being a Past Captain and low handicap golfer at County Cavan Golf Club. Brilliant Snooker and Billiards player only Tom McCusker and Joe Higgins could match his cuing skills at Cavan CYMS.He won a County Senior medal with Cavan Slashers when they beat Cornafean in the 1941 County Final.He was Assistant Secretary Cavan Committee GAA and Secretary County Cavan Golf Club where he played a pivotal role in the establishment of the new course in Drumelis after the move from Killynbber.Brillant handballer he represented Cavan at all grades and won many County and Ulster medals. Survived by his daughter and sister. Father Joseph Hunt officiated at the large funeral from the Cathedral to Killygarry.

Paddy O Reilly is made a presentation by Joe McGovern on behalf of neighbours and friends in The Old Globe Hotel as he sets out for a new life in Australia. He is son of Mrs Mary Ann Reilly (Nee Ronaghan ) Church Street.

Avoca (Noel McHugh’s) Cathedral Road is sold at Auction by Taylor and Tweedy for £1,550 in trust to Mr Tom Fitzpatrick Solicitor. Allen and Halpin Solicitors had carriage.

Death of Paddy Murray Drumelis a member of the Drumcrave Old IRA.The coffin was draped in the tricolour while his comrades formed a Guard of Honour. Funeral from the Cathedral to Killygarry Cemetery.

Tragic death in a Dublin Hospital of Robert Dunne Saint Brigid’s Terrace at the age of 18.He was employed in McCarren’s and was a member of one of Cavan’s oldest and most respected families. Funeral from the Cathedral to Cullies Cemetery.

February 17^th 1951 De La Salle Musical ‘All Aboard the Lugger’ on tour in Saint Joseph’s Hall Ballyjamesduff.

Bank officials return after 6 weeks on strike after accepting the ruling of the Labour Court. It will take a number of days to clear the back log.

 Thomas M Cleary Land Project staff aged 30 is tragically killed when he crashes into Lloyd Bridge coming from a Party in Kells. His passenger Thomas Guinan a native of Tullamore and a colleague in the Land Project Office in Cavan suffered severe head injuries from which he later died in hospital.

Death of Mary Fagan Glenlara Swellan.Woman of great charity and culture. She resided at ‘Glenlara’ with her 2 sisters. Sister of the late Jon Fegan well known farmer and landowner in the Swellan area. Noted athlete she spent many years in South Africa. Funeral from Kilmore Cathedral to the adjoining Cemetery.

John McGinnity Travel Agent Bridge Street is organising a trip by air to Murrayfield for the Ireland V Scotland 5 Nations Championship with lunch transport to the ground and match ticket for £9 while one way trips to Canada start at £55.No trouble or delay getting away Phone Cavan 40 for further details.

February  24th  1951 Entries from the 4 Provinces for the 6^th Cavan Drama Festival from the 10^th -18^th March under the patronage of Bishop of Kilmore Austin Quinn. There are 16 plays in English and 8 in Irish and the Adjudicator is Lennox Robinson. Booking at Marona Foster’s Town Hall Street.

Patsy Lawlor weighing in at 7-7 and Charley Moore 8-7 are the Saint John Bosco Stars at the big boxing tournament in Ballybay.

Cavan CYMS Monster Whist Drive in the Town Hall. The Treasurer Mick Fox has the glittering array of prizes displayed in O Gorman’s window (Opposite the Credit Union 2010).Score Cards 3/6.

Cavan Railway Station is taken over by GNR as CIE cease operation from Cavan. Usual goods trains will continue from Mullingar to all centres.

March 3rd 1951 Magnet Players Killygarry with ‘The New Gasoon’ and Joe Coyle and His Band are the very popular entertainers at Lisdarn Hospital. The show was greatly appreciated and enjoyed by the staff and patients.

Death of Captain Francis Lucas Clements Scott ‘The Rocks Crossdoney’ at the age of 84.The family were from near Ballyhaise. Funeral from Cavan Parish Church to the New Cemetery.

Cavan CYMS once again clinch the Border League with a brilliant 4-1 win over Saint Michael’s Enniskillen after trailing 3-2 from the away leg in Cavan CYMS.Incredibly the only casualty was Tom McCusker who when leading by 60 then  carelessly let in J Priestley who shot an unbeaten 300 to record a shock win. Joe Higgins beat Harry Morris 300-115 P Smith beat J Logue Michael Breslin beat J Jones Jimmy Moore beat J Love for Cavan CYMS to retain the Shield for the 4^th consecutive time. Since the League was inaugurated back in 1939 Cavan CYMS have only been beaten once!

March 10th 1951 Drumalee Bazaar takes place all this week in a Marquee adjacent to the Cross. Shooting Range Games Bumping Cars and Amusements. Admission is 3 pence and Amplification is by Smyth’s 60 Main Street.

ET O Neill Manager Munster and Leinster Bank Cavan is transferred on promotion as Bank Manager Derry Branch. PN Smith Solicitor made a presentation to Mr O Neill from his many friends and customers at a farewell Social and Presentation in the Imperial Hotel.

Henry Martin a native of Lake View is promoted to the post of District Court Clerk Waterford City. Henry learnt his trade from Eugene Smith and is attached to the Cavan Court for over 20 years. Talented musician Henry is a gifted saxophone player and was a very popular member of many local groups including Jimmy Mallon and the 4 Aces. For the moment Garda Bligh will take over the duties of District Court Clerk pending a permanent replacement for Henry Martin.

Death of Thomas Brady Insurance Agent Tierquin at the age of 34 after a long illness borne with great dignity and courage. The Cathedral was packed to capacity for the Funeral Mass and burial took place in Killygarry Cemetery.

March 17th 1951 Philip McDonald and Company annual Spring stock arriving at their stores ‘The Celine Cavan’ and ‘Clarke’s Ballyjamesduff’.

New Mother and Child Scheme launched by the Minister for Health Noel Browne offers Medical Care free of charge to Mothers and Children up to age 16 as well as Nursing Specialist and Hospital Service. No charge no means test. Essential piece of legislation is met with a torrent of opposition from the Church authorities accusing that State of interfering in the affairs of the family and later by the Irish Medical Council.

Saint Joseph’s Young Priests Society GV Maloney presiding present were Father PJ Gargan CC Mrs Tommy O Reilly The Regal Miss O Dowd T Cassidy Secretary.

Death of Michael McNamara Military Row eldest son of Patrick and Mrs McNamara Tailors Connolly Street. Survived by his widow and two small children Val and Mary. Father JJ O Reilly Adm officiated at the Funeral from the Cathedral to Cullies.The Labour Union adjourn as a mark of respect.

Jim Brady gets a terrible beating from Bainbridge southpaw Des Lennon in their Lightweight Professional bout in the Ulster Hall. With both eyes damaged Jim refused to throw in the towel but the Referee intervened to save the game Cavan boxer from further punishment at the end of Round 4.

Tom McCusker Cavan CYMS is beaten in the Semi Final of the Irish Billiards Finals at the Burroughs and Watts Hall in Dublin McErlean had an unbroken break of 123 after McCusker missed an easy shot when 73 ahead.

Cavan Badminton 1951 President Jack Poyntz Secretary Tom Hickey Treasurer MJ Smith Committee Tom J Fitzpatrick Jerry Lyons Michael N Conlon Tommy McCormick Willie O Hanlon Dinny Whelan Terry Cassidy and PJ Brady. In the Singles Final J Shaw who beat Dickey Mullery in the Semi Final triumphed over Jack Poyntz (22 Entries). Senior Ladies Mrs Anderson beat Ina Hickey (8 Entries) Mixed Doubles Mrs Turkington and Jack Poyntz beat Ina Hickey and Jack Shaw (24 Entries). Mrs Clark and Mrs Lynton beat Mrs Lovett and Mrs Anderson. Mixed Doubles Handicap J Shaw and D Shaw beat Tom Cinnamond and Dickey Mullery.

March 24^th 1951 6^th Cavan Drama Festival Open and Dr Lyons Cup   is won by Saint Bridget’s Dramatic Society Dunleer with ‘The House of Lynch.’ Confined went to Magnet Players Killygarry with ‘The New Gasoon’ with 83 marks Producer Andy O Brien. Cast Philomena Smith Bridie Fleming Eddie Brady Michael O Brien Margaret Kane Jimmy Cahill Pat Smith Pat Keaney Kathleen Cahill. AOH Cup Saint Aidan’s Butlersbridge with ‘Arra-Na Pogue’ on 82 marks Producer Michael Brady Cast Sean Rehill Patrick Callaghan Sean O Hare Patrick Brady Marie Hague Josie Sheils Philip McArdle Hugh Sheils Hugh O Reilly James McCardle Michael Rehill Carmel Rehill John Brady Lizzie Sheils Mary Berney Bannon Hugh O Reilly James McPhillips. Best Producer Open Miss Nancy Carroll Dunleer. Best Actress Open Margaret Cusack CYMS Ballyjamesduff. Best Actor Tom McLoughlin Christian Brothers Dramatic Society Armagh.

Cavan Drama Festival 1951 Patron Bishop Austin Quinn Chairman Seamus Gilheaney NT Secretary Tom Fitzpatrick Assistant Secretary Bella Power Treasurer Tom Malone Committee Dr Anna T McGauran Mrs M McMullin Mrs Charlie O Reilly Mrs Teresa O Rourke Mrs JP O Connell Mrs Maisie Morgan Mrs Maura McEntee Mrs JA Craig Mrs Betty Fitzpatrick Mary Brady Chair UDC Nellie McIntyre Marona Foster Rev Brother Augustus Surgeon Joseph McMullin Supt Joe Murray Tomas Donlon Andy O Brien Joe Maguire JP O Connell Sean Magee Dermot Morgan William Browne MA Saint Patrick’s College Jim Scanlon PJ McEntee Solicitor Dr JA Craig Michael V Conlon.Lighting and sound as usual was by Smyth’s 60 Main Street Cavan and Strand Electric Dublin.

Sympathy is extended to Walter Lambert star of the  Cavan Hurling team Saint Phelim’s Place on the death of his father in Wexford.

Miss Bradley District Nurse returns to her home town of Donegal to take up a similar appointment. Presentation by her friends and colleagues in Gannon’s Hall.

Clive Anderson Royal School wins the prestigious Festival Cup for Piano at the Belfast Festival. He is later featured on the BBC Home Service.

Death of Mrs Michael Donohoe Tullymongan widow of john Donohoe.Survived by her sister Annie and relatives. Father Charles Cartwright officiated at the Funeral from the Cathedral to Cullies.

Tributes are paid to the recently departed Henry Martin now Court Clerk in Waterford City. Justice P Lavery said he carried out his duties in an exemplary manner over the last 20 years. Worked first with Eugene Smith and later took over from Eugene on his retirement from the post. Henry was most efficient and courteous.GV Maloney associated himself with Justice Lavery’s remarks and said he hoped that Henry would remain in touch with the town of his birth. Superintendent Joe Murray said that Henry was the finest District Court Clerk you could imagine meticulous in his detail and he would be a great asset to the Curt service in Waterford.

March 31st 1951 Donal Brady buys Cavan’s Number 1 Licensed Premises ‘The White Star’ from Henry McCauley for a record sum of £7,500.Donal and the family are now resident and will commence business on Easter Monday 2^nd April 1951.

Death of Edward Sheridan Mitchell Street. Lost an eye in World War 1 when he was reported as dead but after two years in hospital he later returned on full pension to his home town of Cavan. He was very popular in the town and a frequent visitor to the ex servicemen’s Hut in Farnham Street. Father Malachy Byrne officiated at the funeral from the Cathedral to Annagelliffe Cemetery.

April 7^th 1951 Presentations to Edward T O Hanlon on the occasion of his marriage to Airmid youngest daughter of Surgeon and Mrs McMullin.Thomas Brady Captain presented Edward and Airmid with a suitably inscribed Barometer from the members and friends in Cavan Golf Club.

Record entry for the Annual Cavan Point to Point Races over the Farragh course.

Death of Mary Brennan wife of Andy Painter and Decorator. Father James Hunt led the capacity attendance at the Funeral Mass in the Cathedral. Burial later in Cullies Cemetery.

Difference of opinion at Cavan Urban Council as Dermot McCarthy tells the Council they cannot go ahead with the redevelopment of the Farnham Gardens until a Plebiscite is held. Tom Fitzpatrick said he had read the Act and no such provision is included. If they make the decision to go ahead then only the Minister of Local Government can halt this Progress. Arthur Fagan another Solicitor endorses Tom Fitzpatrick’s view and says that it is a matter of a straight vote and the Minister signing the Legislation.

The Cabinet crisis over the Mother and Child Scheme has been resolved with the resignation of Minister for Health Dr Noel Browne from the Cabinet. The Taoiseach John A Costello will take over the department of Health for the moment. Dr Browne who was the youngest member of the Cabinet which he joined on his first day in Dail Eireann has resigned from Clann Na Poblachta and will sit in the back benches as an Independent.

April 14^th 1951 Nickel Coin 40-1 Anglo Celt tip wins the Aintree Grand National from a fast finishing Royal Tan. Most of the horses either fell or ran into one another .

RS Black Secretary and Major J Purden Judge officiated at Cavan Point to Point where the Starter is Jimmy Galligan Saddler and Clerk of the Scales Dr M V Cooney County MOH. Junior Race (£20) Flicker 2 owned by C Ronaldson. Lightweight Race (25) H Smith’s Dunclug. Maiden’s Race (£25) P Brennan’s Lingermore. Hunt Race (E Reilly Perpetual Cup) Lord Farnham’s Stelfast IV. The Silver Swan Dance Band entertained a capacity attendance at the Annual Race Dance in the Town Hall.

More presentations to Edward O Hanlon and Airmid McMullin on the occasion of their forthcoming mirage in the Cathedral. Seamus Gilheaney Chairman Cavan Drama Festival presents the happy couple with a silver salver suitably inscribed.

Hundreds gather to watch the Cavan Wedding of the Decade as Edward T O Hanlon eldest son of Mr and Mrs John F O Hanlon marries Airmid 7^th daughter of Surgeon Jospeph and Mrs McMullin in a glittering ceremony in Cavan Cathedral.Rev J Gannon SJ Milltown Park Dublin uncle of the Groom officiated assisted by Rev B Canon McMullin Donegal and Rev MJ McMullin PP Carrigart uncles of the Bride. Father James J O Reilly was Master of Ceremonies Willie O Hanlon Best Man Lieutenant Liam McCormack Irish Army and Fred O Hanlon Groomsmen Mona McMullin Joan O Hanlon Aibhe McMullin Bridesmaids .Trainbearers Brita Smith and Sarah Flanagan Pages Nicholas Smith and Peter Flanagan. Ushers Donna McMullin William Maloney Plunkett Flanagan and Dr FPE Smith. Father Vincent Kennedy was on the organ and Peter Swan professional vocalist from Dalkey sang Sancta Maria, Panis Angelicus and Just for To Day. After signing the Marriage Registry in the Sacristy the happy couple walked down the Cathedral aisle greeting friends and well wishers before retiring to the Bride’s home ‘Inis Fail’ for the Wedding Breakfast. Later the newly married couple left for Dublin Airport to catch a flight to Italy where they will spend their honeymoon.

Peter Lawlor who was badly scalded in McCarren’s Factory accident is still detained but out of danger at Cavan Surgical Hospital.

Political sensation as Noel Browne is forced to resign as Minister for Health after severe pressure from both the Hierarchy and the Irish Medical Association who oppose the Mother and Child legislation. He is remaining on in the Dail but has resigned from Clann Na Poblachta.Dr John Charles McQuaid Archbishop of Dublin and Dr Staunton Bishop of Ferns say that the scheme “is in direct opposition to the rights of the family and liable to great abuse”!

April 21st 1951 Meath beat Cavan 2-5 to 2-3 to qualify for the National League (Home) Final at Croke Park. Cavan’s recent run of bad luck continues as the referee disallows 2 Cavan goals and Meath took advantage to overtake and beat Cavan in the last few minutes. Meath will now play Mayo in the National League (Home) Final with the winners playing the holders New York away in October.

Pat Kelly and His Band from Mountain Lodge are offering special terms for week nights and Carnivals but has vey few week end dates left in 1951.

Corncrake is heard in the vicinity of Killymooney Lake beside the old Race Course.

Owen Moynihan is the new Postmaster in Cavan replacing the recently retired Mr Timoney.Owen was previously Postmaster in Skibereen and Donegal.

Death of Mary Brady sister of the late Pat Gaffney Merchant Upper Main Street at the age of 94.Predeceased by her husband Joe Brady Plush she had been ill for some time. Father James J O Reilly Adm officiated at the funeral from the Cathedral to Drumavaddy.

Sympathy is extended to C Daly Bridge Street and Anglo Celt staff on the death of her sister K Connelly Laurencetown County Galway. Funeral in Boyle County Roscommon.

The Labour Union and Labour Band extend deepest sympathy to the relatives of their former member Frank Browne Butlersbridge who has just died.

May 5^th 1951 Meath beat Mayo to win the National League (Home ) title before a crowd of 46,197 who paid gate receipts of £3,414.They will now play the holders New York in the Final proper in October in New York. Simon Deignan current Cavan county player was an outstanding referee.

Members of Saint john Bosco Boxing Club Cavan to feature on Kingscourt bill. Flyweight Patsy Lawlor Bantam Leo Ronan and Charlie Moore Lightweight Tommy Duignan 5 Stone Gazy Moore

226 children are confirmed by the new Bishop of Kilmore Austin Quinn in the Cathedral. All the children were from schools in the Parish De La Salle Poor Clare’s Colboyogue Crubany Corlurgan  Draumcrave Farnham Killygarry and Kilnalack.Seamus Gilheaney NT Drumcrave was the Sponsor for the boys while Miss Cullivan NT Crubany was Sponsor for the girls.

May 12th 1951 Collapse of the Mother and Child legislation and the resignation of Minister for Health Dr Noel Brown topples the Coalition Government and triggers a General Election with polling taking place on May 30^th 1951.

Michael Hogan formerly in Ardee Railway Station is appointed Station Master in Cavan.

Eamonn Dwane formerly of Cavan Post Office is appointed to Ballyhaunis Post Office following his success in the recent Civil Service Exams. He is son of DT Dwane Redgate Limerick former Postmaster in Cavan.

Huge excursion from Belfast arrives in the town with the women departing with full shopping bags.

May 19^th 1951Among the local candidates for election at the General Election are Sean Tully Outgoing Clann Na Poblachta Coratubber Gerry Lovett Cathedral Road Fianna Fail Mick Sheridan Ballinagh Fianna Fail Senator Paddy Baxter Rock Cross Fine Gael.

The tender of James Bredin Contractor Coratubber has been accepted by the Department of Local Government for the erection of 34 new purpose built houses at Tullymongan where work will commence shortly.

Sign of the times as two farm labourers are hired at the record price of £30 for the half year with full board and accommodation at Cavan Hiring Fair.

PJ Brady Booking Office CIE is promoted to Head Office Dublin. PJ is an active member of Cavan Tennis Club and a former Past Captain County Cavan Golf Club.

Cavan Lawn Tennis Club make a presentation of a canteen of cutlery to Edward and Mrs Airmid O Hanlon who have just returned from their honeymoon in Italy. The presentation was made in the Pavilion by Michael J Smith Secretary in the unavoidable absence of Tom Fitzpatrick Chairman of the Club. Social and supper served by the ladies’ committee.

Peter M Gillie who served in the Hibernian Bank for the last 2 years has gone on promotion as Teller in the Arva Branch.

3 buses from Ballymena with over 100 former parishioners of Reverend FJ Mitchell the new Bishop of Kilmore Ardagh and Elphin spend a day touring the environs of the See House in Kilmore.

June 2nd 1951 Results of 1^st Count 4 seats for Cavan Constituency. Patrick Smith Fianna Fail 8,177 John Tully Clann Na Poblachta 6,413 Jack Cole Independent 4,911 Mick Sheridan Fianna Fail 3,564  Patrick O Reilly Fine Gael 3,436 Gerry Lovett Fianna Fail 2,287 Brigadier D O Gorman Cootehill 495.Paddy Smith Sean Tully Mick Sheridan and Paddy O Reilly Murmod Elected with Brigadier O Gorman forfeiting his deposit.

Death of Elizabeth Noble Wolfe Tone Street widow of the late Sandy Noble Shoemaker. Survived by a large family. Member of an old distinguished Cavan family, she was a most pleasant decent respectable lady. Funeral from Cavan Parish Church to the New Cemetery.

June 9th 1951 County Manager Dermot McCarthy and Town Surveyor Paddy Gaffney tell Cavan Urban District Council that the development at site for erection of 34 houses At Tullymongan is complete. It is expected that the Contractor J Bredin and Sons will move in next week.

Cavan play Down in the Ulster Junior Hurling Championship followed by the Ulster Senior Football Championship in Kingscourt as Breffni Park is closed due to redevelopment.

Fianna Fail lose 5 seats but gain 6 in the General Election. The final state of the parties was Fianna Fail 69 seats Fine Gael 40 Labour 16 Clann Na Talun 6 Clann Na Poblachta 2 others 14. Both Eamonn De Velera and John Costello are endeavouring to form the next Government.

Gardens in Owen Roe are the envy of the town in full bloom now with a sea of colour and beautiful lawns at the front. A credit to all of the residents. Some sort of scheme should be set up among tenants to reward those who cultivate their gardens and allotments.

Heat wave hits Cavan with temperatures shooting up to over 80% F. The grass margins in the Green Lake and Swellan Lake are packed each evening with people enjoying the swimming and leisure. Those with cars are to be seen at Annagh Lake where there is a membership and small admission charge.

9 year old Annie Gibney is seriously injured during her attempt to climb over the high gates at the Showground’s. She slipped and her arm was very badly torn with bull wire. She was immediately brought to Cavan Surgical Hospital where she is reported as making steady progress. Ann is a daughter of James Gibney Engine Driver GNR and Mrs Gibney Wolfe Tone Street.

Cavan Presbyterian Minister Rev W McDowell is conferred with a Doctorate of Divininity.He is a Master of the Classics and has taught in some of the best Presbyterian Schools in Belfast. At the recent General Assembly many of his proposals were adapted.

Fred G Kendall Husbaad King of the Tramps pays another visit to Cavan where he visits Saint Patrick’s College and Bishop Quinn. He was last in Cavan in October 1947 after Cavan had won the All Ireland Senior Football Final in New York.

Tour of Breffni cycle race under the auspices of the Irish Road Club leaves the Phoenix Park and journeys to Cavan via Navan and Kells where there was a stage winners. On arrival in Cavan they did a lap of the town before returning to Dublin by the same route.

June 16^th 1951 Cavan County Council receive approval from the Department of Local Government for a 12 ½ % increase in the wages of all Local Government Social Welfare and Health employees. Dermot McCarthy County Manager points out that such an increase will mean putting up the Rates. Road workers will now receive a basic wage of £2-£3-12-6 the same as in County Monaghan.

Mrs Thorne wife of Sergeant WA Thorne Dublin Road is a sister of the new Minister for Agriculture Tom Walsh from Kilkenny.

Pat McGovern Sean Magee’s Bridge Street purchases a site at the junction of Wolfe Tone Street and Military Row from Mrs Mary Ann Reilly Church Street for £220. PN Smith Solicitors had carriage while Frank Conlon was Auctioneer.

Frank Lee extensive Farmer Tullyco achieves spectacular results in grass growth after applying artificial nitrogen phosphate and  ammonia. The grass has now grown to a height of over 6 feet tall!

Father Bob McCabe Saint Patrick’s College playing off 22 wins the Captain’s T Brady’s Prize with a  score of 59 nett while Doctor Jack Sullivan also off 22 shoots a 60 for 2^nd place.JJ Fitzgibbon won the  Gross with 56.The scoring was the lowest ever recorded ion the 52 year history of the event. In the Members Cup Semi Final Dermot Morgan beat Walter Lambert wile Jim Rafter beat JJ Fitzgibbon.

June 23rd 1951 The Government in an attempt to get more turf saved and stop the flow of emigration are offering Bord Na Mona workers 2/1 per hour. All employees are Bog Men!

Savoy Six with Female Vocalist and Own Amplification and Modern Library now taking high class bookings from July 1^st Contact MJ Ryan 6 Abbey Street Cavan.

Due to the ongoing ESB Dispute some householders in Cavan have been disconnected for using electric fires which is strictly forbidden in the present emergency caused by the Unions withdrawing their labour from the Pigeon House and other key ESB generating sites throughout the State.

Sudden death of Betty Fitzpatrick Farnham Street after a short illness. Daughter of Vincent and Mrs Cullen Connolly Street she was a lady of great talent and charm. She was married to Tom Fitzpatrick Solicitor for just 5 years last week and had 2 young daughters named Geraldine and Fidelma. Having attended the Poor Clare Convent she later attended Secondary School and Joined the famed Abbey Theatre School where she qualified as an Elocution Teacher. Founder member of Cavan Drama Festival in 1945 she lent the organisation a touch of class with her charm her encouragement and technique. She was Producer for the Cavan Players and took an active interest in drama and variety shows in the area. Deeply involved in the foundation and production of the Pavilion Pantomime Committee. Her experience and genius were always to the fore and she was always available to help and support the most humble of participants. Deeply religious she took an active part in many of the Church Sodalities and Societies. There was packed attendance at both the Removal and Funeral, among the attendance was Paddy Smith TD Minister for Local Government John Tully TD Mick Sheridan TD Paddy O Reilly Murmod TD Tom O Higgins BL TD Senator Paddy Baxter. Survived by her husband Tom Solicitor daughters Geraldine and Fidelma Vincent and Mrs Cullen parents James and Vincent (brothers) Mrs Stuart Mrs Purcell and Joan Cullen (sisters), Very Rev Felix McCabe PP USA Surgeon BT Cullen (uncles) Mother Liqori Mother De Sales Miss McCabe Ballyhaise (aunts) M/S Peter Fitzpatrick John Fitzpatrick George Maw John Stuart and Walter Purcell. Father Malachy Byrne officiated at the Removal from the house to the Cathedral and was the Chief Celebrant of the Funeral Mass in the Cathedral. Burial took place later in Killygarry Cemetery. Votes of Sympathy passed with the Secretary Tom Fitzpatrick and his family by Cavan Drama Festival Committee and Cavan Tennis Club to Tom Fitzpatrick Chairman where the match against Mullingar on Sunday was cancelled and the dance in the Pavilion called off as a mark of respect.

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June 30^th 1951 The Annual General Meeting of Cavan Show Society in the Town Hall is called off due to a very poor attendance. Those that did attend were Jimmy Dawson PA McCorry US B Connell Joseph McKiernan George Morris P Quinlan and Alfred Myles Smith.

Funeral of Mrs Joseph Connolly a sister of Miss Burke former Manageress of the Farnham Hotel. Funeral from Dublin to Cullies Cemetery.

Nancy Brady daughter of Mrs Rose Brady and the late Patrick Joseph Brady Tullyco House wins 1^st place and a full boarding Scolarship to Sisters of Mercy College Ballymahon.Students from Longford Westmeath and Cavan competed for the Scholarship valued at £40 per annum.

Frank Duff Dublin is among the many delegates at the 3^rd Diocese of Kilmore Legion of Mary Congress in Kilnacrrott Abbey where the key speaker was Bishop Austin Quinn.

Death of Dominick McCabe Killygarry House after a long lingering illness. He was Manger of Poles Co Operative for a record 44 years. Chairman of Annagelliffe Creameries and was a native of Boyle. He was predeceased by his wife and son Father Joseph McCabe Kill Cootehill. Survived by his son Dr Dominick Mrs Shanahan Dublin Mrs Carey Boyle Miss McCabe Boyle.Father Malachy Byrne assisted by Rev P McCabe CC Castletara officiated at the funeral from Saint Brigid’s Church Killygarry to the adjoining Cemetery.

Death of Charles Reilly MIAA Bridge Street at an advanced age. Very popular, he was extremely well known in town and country areas. Rent and Rates Collector with Cavan Urban Council, he also collected rents from outlining cottages. Decent honourable man in all transactions, he was a very well known local auctioneer. Survived by his widow Patricia sister and other relatives. Father Joseph Hunt officiated at the Funeral from the Cathedral to Killygarry Cemetery.

July 3^rd 1951President John F O Hanlon’s Prize at County Cavan Golf Club is won by Kitty Sullivan and B Holland with 67 ½ nett 2^nd Walter Lambert and Mrs Philip A Smyth .Mrs O Hanlon assisted by the Ladies’ Committee served tea to all 50 contestants.

The Baron of Broadway John J Brady passes through the town on his way to Northern Ireland in a long stretch limousine in green white and gold colours. Last year he offered the British Government $6 million to vacate Northern Ireland

Collette McSherry obtains her Advanced Diploma ALCM at the London School of Music. She is a pupil of Kathleen Brady Town Hall Street

Death of Edward McMahon Farnham Road. He had resided with his daughter Mrs McShane for over41years. Manager LCP Smith Solicitors. Native of County Clare. Father Jimmy J O Reilly Adm officiated at the funeral from the Cathedral to Killygarry.

July 14th 1951 Results of Juvenile Fishing Competition at Bakersbridge 1 Kevin Browne Butlersbridge 2 Brendan Farrell Butlesbridge 3 Pat Murray Cavan 4 Gabriel (Gazy) Moore Cavan and 5^th Noel Bartley Butlersbridge.

Sudden tragic death of John Joe Higgins Lorry Driver Cavan County Council at his home in Kilnavara.Missed from work by a colleague the door was knocked down to gain admission only to find John Joe dead in bed. Doctor Brian Galligan examined the dead man but he was dead for some time.

Cecil Dawson extensive farmer Keadue Lodge sells 2 2 ½ year old white head bullocks at Cavan Fair for a record £81. Fresh calved cows were fetching £42-10 while Springers were fetching up to £50.

Abbey Theatre in Dublin is burnt to the ground. Despite the fire the Company’s ‘Plough and the Stars’ is staged in the adjoining Peacock Theatre.

July 21st 1951 Smith and O Reilly Cavan and Stradone open new BP and Shell Garage at Church Street. Repairs by skilled mechanics Phone Stradone 4.

Death of a link with the past as Edward O Hagan dies in Romford Essex at the age of 92.Member of one of Cavan’s most distinguished business families. The O Hagans ran the Postal Service (Ned O Hagan’s) in Cavan in the days of the horse when stage coaches brought the mail from near and far.The horses were changed at O Hagans to continue on their journey distributing the mail. The premises were situated on the site of the Poor Clare Convent and next door was the fledgling Anglo Celt. He always kept in touch with Cavan purchasing the Anglo Celt every week. Survived by his daughter in law and granddaughters in Romford.

Death of Miss Martin The Bridge Cavan. Gentle and kind she was known for her hospitality and charity to the poor who have lost a great champion of their cause. Father Malachy Byrne officiated at the funeral from the Cathedral.

Congratulations to Douglas Anderson Royal School on his marriage to Hazel Hewitt a native of Portadown in Garvaghy Church Portadown on Tuesday last.

Road lining at the Cathedral to Cootehill Road Junction to ease the danger to traffic flow at this complex intersection.

July 28th 1951 Tragic death of John J Carroll 45 and Jack Moore 43 Shoemaker Upper Main Street near Bawnboy village. John was a Van Salesman for McCarren and Company and was carrying out his work when the accident occurred. John Carroll leaves a family of 3 while Jack Moore leaves 5 boys and 3 girls, the youngest Kevin is only 10.

Father Michael Conlon is on holidays with his parents in Crosskeys.Father Conlon ordained in 1943 has recently been promoted Parish Priest in the Diocese of Nottingham.

Cavan Transport Union Workers pass a vote of sympathy to the Carroll and Moore families on the tragic death of John Carroll and Jack Moore. The meeting was adjourned as a mark of respect.

Killygarry House and lands the property of the late Dominick McCabe sold at auction by Frank Conlon Auctioneer for £3,000. Tom J Fitzpatrick had carriage of the sale.

Church Gate Collection for the training of the Cavan team for the Ulster Final clash with Antrim amounts to an impressive £50.

August 4th 1951 On a glorious Summer’s day in Clones Antrim edge out Cavan 1-7 to 2-3 in the Ulster Final before a record attendance of 36,000.Thousands of young Cavan fans cycled to the game while the excursion train carried 750 gaily decorated enthusiastic fans. On the return journey most of the fans stopped off in the town where the streets restaurants and pubs were packed to capacity. Nobody was too disappointed and there is always next year !

3 Scolarship winners in Agriculture from the USA visit the Elmbank Hatcheries where they declare that the Tommy McCormick operation is one of the finest facilities anywhere in the world. They later visit Ballyhaise Agricultural College where they were equally impressed with the new farming techniques being adapted by young Irish farmers.

The Anglo Celt bemoans the huge number of Irish labourers flocking to England where work and conditions are attracting many of the Cavan youth.

August 11th 1951 Maura McEntee (Nee Smyth) Upper main Street contralto is the star of the Radio Eireann Variety Show ‘Music on the Air’.

32 Boy Scouts under Scoutmaster John Donohoe leave for the annual 2 week Camp in Enniscrone.

Susan and Elizabeth Cullen daughters of Mr and Mrs Cullen Gartnasilla receive their SRNs in Bridgewater England, Each of them achieved 1^st place in their respective disciplines.

August 18th 1951 Lavey the Junior Champions of 1950 play Mullahoran in the County Cavan Senior Football Final at Virginia where admission to the compact ground is 1/-

Savana Dance Band. Tom McCusker is booking week dates and some Sundays left in October November 1951.

Newly reorganised Drumalee GFC run their 1^st outing to Butlin’s Holiday Camp. Stopping in Drogheda for lunch the party visited the Shrine of Blessed Oliver Plunkett in Saint Peter’s Church and reaching Butlin’s at 3 o clock they had a most enjoyable excursion. The party reached Cavan just before midnight on their return journey.

Death of Edward O Gorman ex RIC Officer Regaskin in Saint Phelim’s Hospital. Father Malachy Byrne officiated at the funeral from the Cathedral to Cullies Cemetery.

Death of James Donegan Breffni Terrace. Well known hard working and reliable  labourer. He leaves a wife and young family. Father Charles Cartwright officiated at the Funeral from the Cathedral to Cullies Cemetery.

August 25th 1951 Newly formed Cavan Town Soccer Club beat Wool Products Lisnaskea 2-0 with goals from Norman Cinnamond and M Eaton. Henry Quinn was outstanding in the Cavan goals saving the home side on many occasions with spectacular diving while Hughie Doonan at centre half was rock solid. The next match is another home fixture against Clones.

Cavan CYMS pass a vote of sympathy with Bishop Quinn on the death of Monsignor John Maguire VG Cootehill the founder of the Club in 1936.Monsignor Maguire took a deep interest in the establishment and  welfare of the Club.

Nearly 500 visitors crowd into Cavan on a shopping spree from Belfast .The town was packed with eager shoppers who spent money freely before returning to Belfast by bus later in the evening .

James Lee Drumalee who works in the Saudian Arabian Dessert (30 miles from the Holy City of Mecca) drilling oil holds a memorable party in his parents house on his first holiday in 18 months. Works 2 shifts of 3 hours each per day in temperatures soaring over 115 degrees of heat.

Drumcrave Band adjourn their monthly meeting as a mark of respect to the late Mrs Carroll mother of Pat Carroll.

September 1st 1951 Among those achieving Honours in the Leaving Certificate  is Lauri McConnell Loreto College she is second daughter of Jack and Alice McConnell Ashe Street.

JJ Clarke former Cavan Slashers and County GAA Secretary  and player is promoted to the post of Postmaster Mullingar after filling a similar post in Wexford.

Huge gathering of neighbours and friends in Frank Crowe’s Moynehall for Information Evening on Rural Electrification.JF Conaty presided at the meeting addressed by Mr O Connor ESB. At the conclusion of the meting canvassers were appointed for the Denbawn and Banahoo areas.

Rosaleen Downey aged 12 daughter of John Downey late of Lake View wins a Scolarship in England. Her mother is a daughter of Mr and Mrs Phil Murray Breffni Terrace.

September 8th 1951 Cornelius (Neil) Smith son of FPE and Mrs Smith Kevitt Castle is admitted as a fellow of the Chartered Institute of Accountants of Ireland. He is a brother of Myles Solicitor and Dr FPE (Darragh) Smith Cavan.

Death of Mrs M Conaty Bridge Street. The family were engaged in the licensed trade in Cavan for many years at the junction of Abbey Street and Bridge Street (Phil Gilbride’s).She was mother of Cavan and Ulster footballer Paddy Conaty who won two All Ireland Minor medals with Cavan in 1937 and again as Captain in 1938.He captained Cavan Slashers to win the County Senior Championship in 1941.Mrs Conaty was an aunt of current Cavan goalkeeper Seamus Morris and Father Paddy Morris Arva. Father Joseph Hunt officiated at the large representative funeral from the Cathedral to Killygarry Cemetery.

Luke Fitzpatrick Killygarry buys 71 acres of land property of Con Rehill at Edenticlare for a record £900.

Susan Reilly qualifies as an SRN in Bedford England. She is daughter of Patrick and the late Mrs Reilly Edenticlare.

September 15th 1951 Bishop of Kilmore Dr Austin Quinn calls for prayers at all Masses for good weather to save the Harvest.

Record crowd and entries up 300 to 2,200 from 14 different counties at Cavan Show. The newly renovated grounds looked resplendent in the Autumn sunshine and the Home Crafts were a credit to the industrious housewives of the area. Among the winners in the Cattle Section were Killeshandra Convent and Saint Patrick’s College who produced the Best Pure Bred Heifer.

Cavan Urban Council and Saint Joseph’s Young Priests Society pass a vote of sympathy with the Bishop priests and relatives of Monsignor John Maguire former Adm and latterly VG of the Diocese of Kilmore.

Rev Thomas McCormack PP South Wales on holiday with his sisters May Monahan Main Street and Bee Donohoe Upper Main Street.

September 22nd 1951 Monery By Products Phone Ballinagh 7 is opened to collect by lorry dead and worn out animals. Best prices paid for live horses.

Cavan Rugby Club are tuning up for the coming season. Applications to any member of the Committee. First game is home to Longford on October 14^th.

Saint Joseph’s Young Priests Society GV Maloney presiding announce that they are establishing new branches in Ballinagh and Ballyjamesduff where personnel have already been appointed.

Rev Andrew Gorman son of Bernard and Mrs R Gorman recently ordained in All hallows College Dublin sets out from Cobh to minister in the Diocese of Los Angeles USA under Bishop Quinn.He is cousin of Father Charles O Gorman California and nephew of Monsignor M O Gorman Los Angeles. The players and committee of Drumalee GFC made a presentation of a Travel Clock to Father O Gorman a former player with the newly reformed Club.

42 boys from the De La Salle School make the trip to Knock to join 10,000 pupils at the Marian Shrine in Knock. Led by their Superior Brother Augustus and Brothers Michael and Bernard they participated in the Rosary Stations of the Cross and Benediction all outdoors in glorious warm weather. On both legs of the journey the party stopped in Roscommon town for refreshments.

Thomas Boylan 20 is killed on his way from Cavan town home to Drumullen.Son of the late Andy Boylan a native of Cavan town. An inquest into his death is taking place.

September 29th 1951 Mayo beat Meath 2-8 to 0-9 in the All Ireland Senior Football Final at Croke Park in ideal dry but dull conditions.3^rd title for Mayo their victories were recorded in 1936 and 1950.Presentation to Father Peter Quinn the Mayo left half back who left on Wednesday for 7 years Missionary work in the Philippine Islands. Meanwhile the Meath party and officials flew out from Shannon to contest next Sunday’s National League Final against the  holders New York.

Kitty O Rourke Rathcorrick flies back to the USA after spending a few months holiday with her family. Before departing she was the recipient of a number of presentations from her friends in the area. She is 3 years in America.

James Bredin and Sons complete the first 6 houses in record time at the 34 house Tullymongan scheme.

October 6th 1951 John Moore-John Carroll Dependent Fund established to aid the families of the late Jack Moore and John Carroll following a representative meeting in the Town Hall. The two men were killed in a fatal motor traffic accident outside Bawnboy last month and leave 2 large families who were totally dependent on their income. Donations to Father Jimmy O Reilly Adm Robert Mackeral Cathedral Road Tommy Connolly 58 Main Street MJ Galligan Connolly Street Patrick J Brady UDC 27 College Street.

Almost £40,000 in voluntary donations promised for the establishment of anew textile factory in Cavan town.The promoters and canvassers are Senator Paddy Baxter Surgeon Bertie Cullen Paddy Gaffney Town Engineer PJ McEntee Solicitor Dessie Tweedy Austin McDonald Maurice Jackson Tommy Young Louis Blessing Jim Leonard Dermot Morgan JJ Smith and Peter Mullen.

Meat beat New York 1-10 to 0-10 in the National League Final at the Polo Grounds New York after New York had led 0-8 to 0-4 at the interval.

Cavan District Nurses Association 4^th Annual Supper Dance in the Town Hall attracts a big crowd with the ladies providing a beautiful  meal for all of the patrons. Music was Billy Carter while the Clipper Carlton from Strabane attract a capacity attendance to the Town Hall for their 2^nd Annual Dance.

October 13th 1951 Cyril R Anderson son of John and the late Mrs Anderson Royal School obtains his BA with Honours at Trinity College Dublin.

Hugh (Bud) McNamara Connolly Street buys the residence private yard cattle yard and 4 acres of land from the Representatives of the late John Donohoe Fairgreen for €450.

Eugene (Gene) Cullivan son of Joe and Mary College Street is awarded a Scholarship to the Teacher’s Training College Saint Patrick’s College Drumcondra Dublin 9

Death of Margaret Farrelly Ashe Street wife of Tommy Farrelly Merchant. Very popular resident she was popular with neighbours and customers in this very well patronised shop. Survived by her husband and relatives. Father Charles Cartwright officiated at the funeral from the Cathedra.

October 13th 1951 General Meetings of Rugby Club continue in the Magnet Cinema while practice for upcoming match with Longford take place in Tierquin which is shared with the newly formed soccer club.

Saint Joseph’s Young Priests Society GV Maloney presiding also in attendance Jerry Lovett Secretary Mrs Ferris and Miss O Dowd Treasurer Mrs Tommy O Reilly The Regal Miss Whelan Mrs Flood M/S Michael J Galligan Connolly Street Tommy O Reilly The Regal Michael Conlon Town Clerk George Maloney Terry Cassidy.

James P McGirr wins a Scolarship to Saint Mary’s College Belfast. He is son of Mr P McGirr and Mrs A McGirr (Nee O Reilly) Beechfield Street Belfast.

Cavan Local Security (SCF) awards for outstanding service during the Emergency Phil Ruddy Bridge Street Patrick J Keaveney Butlersbridge Tom Fitzpatrick Solicitor Martin Fogarty Cavan Vocational School John Reilly. Medals and certificates presented to the recipients in the Courthouse where 2 minutes silence for deceased comrades was observed and the ceremony closing with the playing of the National Anthem.

October 20th 1951 Papal Legate tells over 1 million congregation in Fatima that Pope Pius XII had several visions of the Blessed Virgin  from October 30^th -1^st November 1950 when the Dogma of the Assumption was proclaimed. The Vatican later denied that any such visions occurred.

Electricity tea bread and butter are still available but only on ration after World War 2.Each person must register with their own shop or supplier quoting Ration Number before October 27^th 1951.

Death of James Lee Shankill Lower. Popular with all his friends and neighbours. He was a hard working industrious farmer. His son and daughter flew home in time for the funeral.

October 27^th 1951 Cavan Drama Festival 1951Chairman ET O Hanlon Vice Chairman Seamus Gilheaney Secretary Tom Fitzpatrick Assistant Secretary Bella Power Treasurer Tom Malone Manager Hibernian Bank.

R McGrath (13) beats the luckless Walter Lambert (15) 5 and 4 in the Farnham Cup Final at County Cavan Golf Club.

The Pat Kelly Orchestra now with a lady singer are the biggest draw in Northern Ireland and are resident in Dungannon twice a week until Lent.

Rev Thomas McCormack PP Wales is appointed Canon of the Archdiocese of Cardiff. Brother of May Monahan and Bee Donohoe he comes home each year with his holiday coinciding with the All Ireland football final at which he has been present for many years. Student of Saint Patrick’s College Cavan he was ordained to the Priesthood in Saint Patrick’s College Carlow.

November 3rd 1951 Great Northern Railways the much troubled company serving the 9 counties of Ulster will be taken over by the British and Irish Governments with the British paying 60% of the overall cost of £4.5 million.

Winston Churchill is back as Prime Minister in Britain after the Conservatives and Associates won 321 sets  Labour 204 Liberals 6 Anti Partition 2 and Irish Labour 1 in the British General Election where there was a turnout of 82.61% with 28 ½ million people voting.

CA Clerkin Bridge Street wins Top Score in the Fine Gael Whist Drive in the Town Hall where there was a record 73 tables in play. Among the other prize winners was Betty Ronaghan Mrs Simpson Saint Patrick’s Terrace Bobby Grey Mons Terrace and J Porter.

Marriage of Doctor Eugene McDonagh MO Ballyhaise to Kitty Sullivan youngest daughter of the late Mr and Mrs Bernard Sullivan Main Street in Saint Brigid’s Church Killygarry.Dr Jack Sullivan (brother) gave the Bride away Maisie Magee (sister) was Matron of Honour and Dr H McDonagh Best Man. Eileen Morgan was on the organ Father James J O Reilly officiated assisted by Fathers Malachy Byrne and Joseph Hunt. The Reception took place in the Headfort Arms Kells.

Annual outing of the staff of Providers Smith’s Garage and JJ Smith’s to Drogheda after which they were entertained to a lavish dinner and entertainment by the proprietors Mr and Mrs Con Smith in the Tearmann Hotel Termofeckin County Louth.

Garda remind shopkeepers of their duty to adhere to the Trading Act of 1938 with shops remaining opened from Monday to Thursday until 8 pm Friday 9 PM and Saturdays 10 Pm except licensed premises. The Christmas period is exempt from this restriction.

Death of Bridget Dunne Saint Brigid’s Terrace after an illness lasting only a few hours. She had been to Mass and Communion returned home and became unwll.Father James J O Reilly Adm officiated at the well attended funeral where the Cathedral was packed to capacity. An enormously popular lady she was decent kind and very religious. Predeceased by her husband James she is survived by her sons Patrick John Joe and Tony and daughter Miss Brigid Dunne. Burial took place in Cullies. Cavan General Workers Union and Cavan Labour Band pass votes of sympathy with the relatives with both meetings being adjourned.

Death of Daniel Hickey Saint Brigid’s Terrace and Crosskeys. Native of Limerick City he emigrated to England and joined the British Army here he fought in the Boer War. Survived by his widow and relatives. Funeral from the Cathedral to Crosskeys.

Death of John West Emmett Place after a lengthy illness. Native of Kilnaleck he was deservedly popular with neighbours and friends. Funeral from the Cathedral to Kilnaleck cemetery.

November 10th 1951 Saint Patrick’s College Cavan English Branch Chairman Dr JJ O Reilly Birmingham Secretary Harry P Boucher Birmingham and Treasurer Rev P Cooney Birmingham.

Lawn Tennis Club Fancy Dress Ball Overall Winners ‘Cheaper by The Dozen’ Paddy McManus jack and Kathleen Sullivan Helen and Eileen McCarren Margaret Smith P Smith Rose and Kitty McCabe Olive Black H Anderson George Maloney. Best Group’ ‘Duffy’s Circus’ PJ and Maura McEntee Ina Betty Margaret Hickey Mr and Mrs Cyril Arnold Mr and Mrs T Kelly Mrs MJ Smith Jack Binchey Tommy Aylmer Dinny Whelan and Jack Poyntz ‘Only a Beautiful Picture’ Eithne McDonnell 2 Myra Mannion 3^rd Dodo O Hagan.Most Original ‘The Central Bank’ P Finnerty and Walter Lambert 2^nd ‘Flash Gordon’ Jim Scanlon 3^rd ‘Monery By Products’ Rose Meehan. The MC was Tom Hickey while the music for the evening was supplied by Bert Flynn and His Band.

Jack Cruise and  supporting cast are appearing all week in the Magnet Cinema with a change of programme each night. They are just back from a season at Butlin’s Holiday Camp and are preparing for their annual Revue in the Theatre Royal.

Death of Joanne McAlarney Coleman Road. She was a sister of William McAlarney Commissioner for Oaths with whom she resided. Deservedly popular with friends and neighbours. Father Charles Cartwright officiated at the funeral which was of very large dimension.

Death of William Leonard Church Street after a long illness at the age of 83.Native of County Roscomon.Sergeant in RIC he served with distinction until the force was disbanded in 1922.Later he was to spend 28 years as Secretary McCarren and Company working closely with the late Andrew McCarren and the present proprietors Tom and Patrick McCarren to build McCarren’s into a flagship bacon industry affording massive employment to the local population. Lifetime member of Saint Vincent De Paul he was President of the Conference since 1941.He was Prefect General of the Holy Family Confraternity. Man of kindly cheerful disposition. He was very charitable in an efficient unobtrusive manner. Survived by his wife son Michael daughter Pearl and niece Una who resided with the Leonard’s. Father Charles Cartwright officiated at the funeral from the Cathedral to Leearrow Cemetery Roscomonn.Guard of Honour formed by Cavan branch Saint Vincent De Paul in Cavan and in Roscommon.

Death of Dr Louis Finnegan in Greystones.Son of the late T Finnegan ‘Gortnakesh House’. Educated at Saint Patrick’s College and The College of Surgeons from where he graduated in 1917.Spent all of his working life in Dublin and was Medical Officer in the Kilquade District and Delgany.Held in the highest esteem by patients and colleagues he was an outstanding angler and excellent shot. He was brother of Rev P Finnegan Donabate and is survived by his wife Dr Catherine Finnegan and 2 daughters.

Death of the great Paddy (Packy) Devlin Killeshandra after being admitted to the Surgical Hospital. Was ill for most of the Summer but returned to his job as a Postman just a month ago before taking ill again and dying on admission. Played in 4 All Ireland Senior Finals winning in 1933 and 1935 he also won an All Ireland junior medal with Cavan in 1927 and had 10 Ulster Senior Championship medals. He was the holder of 12 Senior Championship medals and played with Cornafean long after his county career finished. Always in the thick of the action Packy was a great forward who scored freely no matter what the opposition.

November 17th 1951 Cavan Urban Council discuss the loud amplification used in the Town Hall for Bazaars and other functions. Tom Fitzpatrick says it should be turned off altogether at 10 pm as it can be heard plainly at the Cathedral. The County Manger Dermot McCarthy said that there had been a number of complaints from local residents including the Magnet Cinema. The promoters were entitled to use the equipment until 12 but he would include a clause in the letting of the Town hall advising clients to adjust the volume on their amplifiers.

Andy McEntee Junior son of Andy and Anna McEntee 57 Main Street and Chief Reporter with the Anglo Celt marries Judy Cusack daughter of Mrs Cusack and the late John Cusack Corawillan Mills Lavey in Saint Dympna’s Church Upper Lavey. Father Patrick Shiels PP Officiated assisted by Father Malachy Byrne CC Cavan an angling friend of the Groom. Bridesmaid was Mags Cusack while the Best Man was Tommy Hughes Cavan Post Office a lodger in McEntee’s Breffni Bar for many years. The Wedding Reception was held in The Lake View Hotel Virginia and the happy couple are spending their honeymoon touring the South of Ireland. Numerous valuable wedding presents have been received by the happy couple.

Marcella McDonald eldest daughter of Mrs McDonald and the late Philip McDonald Tower Hamlet is conferred with her BA degree at UCD.

Double bereavement on successive days when Gerard and Frances Norry children of Jack Post Office and Mrs Norry Saint Phelim’s Place die after a long illness. Huge turn out of neighbours and friends for the Removal and Funeral from the Cathedral to Cullies Cemetery.

Sympathy to Eamonn English Solicitor Church Street and JA English Solicitor Bailieboro on the death of their father in Ballina County Mayo.

November Fair the biggest for over 4 years with record prices for all types of farm animals. The spacious Gallows Hill could not accommodate the hordes of cattle and dealers while College Street was packed with trailers of pigs all of which sold out in record time at very high prices. The Horse Fair at the Brother’s School was packed to capacity and there was a very brisk demand for good farm horses and hunters. Traders reported record takings which is a great omen for the Christmas shopping. Farmers never had it so good and land continues to rocket in price.

November 24th 1951 Death of Jack Meehan Wolfe Tone Street. He spent over 26 years in the USA and was of advanced years. Funeral from the Cathedral to Cullies Cemetery.

Death of John Reilly Swellan Upper after spending many years in Saint Phelim’s Hospital. He was an employee of McCarren and Company and was extremely popular with his friends and colleagues. Cavan Labour Union extend deep sympathy to the family. Funeral from the Cathedral.

7 week old GNR strike comes to an end as the Unions accept the management proposals. By weekend all services to and from the town were back to normal.

Death of Bridget Smith Jubilee Terrace after a short illness. She was wife of Peter Smith who fought in World War 1.Survived by a large number of relatives.

Cavan Labour Union extend sympathy to the relatives of Johnny Reilly Swellan Upper W Allen and Michael Fitzsimmons all past members who died recently.

Billy Browne MA County Director Irish Red Cross Society announces at Red Cross Social in Smith’s Railway Hotel that there are 2 new Units starting in Cavan one catering for ladies with Eileen Maloney in charge while the other is for men and will be led by Mr Hamilton. These are the first units to be set up in Cavan since the end of World War 2.

December 8^th 1951 Cavan Mineral Waters have a twice weekly delivery from Guinness that fills their 960 gallon glass tank. The stout is then bottled by their automatic machinery at the rate of 200 dozen per hour. From Vat to Glass untouched by hand. The Mineral Waters deliver to pubs over a 50 mile radius in counties Cavan Monaghan Leitrim and Longford. They also specialise in Cavan Kola and Solar orange. They are the sole agents for Younger’s Double Century Ale Phone Cavan 79.

Bert Flynn’s Band are the star attraction of the Garda Benevolent Dance in the tastefully decorated Town Hall which attracted a capacity attendance. Superintendent Joe Murray returned thanks to all who supported the function or who donated spot prizes.

Saint Joseph’s Young Priests Society GV Maloney presiding pass a vote of sympathy with the family of the late William Leonard Church Street.

Tragic death of Bernard McDermott while cleaning top floor windows at Vaughan’s Hotel Dublin. He was son of James McDermott and had worked in Hotels throughout the West of Ireland. His brother James (Old IRA and well known in Labour circles) flew home from London to identify the body. Funeral from the Pro Cathedral to Glasnevin Cemetery. Bernard is survived by his wife and 2 grown up daughters. At the inquest Mrs Sheila O Brien proprietor of the Hotel was exonerated from all blame in the tragic accident.

Owen Roe Memorial Fund shows a credit balance of £493-14-2d.Trustees appointed Michael J Smyth Treasurer Chairman Father Patrick Gaffney Dr Jack Sullivan PN Smith Solicitor and Edward O Hanlon.
Brother David De La Salle School presides at the Angler’s Association Silver Jubilee Dinner in the Farnham Hotel. Speakers included Peter Paul Brady Guest WP O Hanlon GV Maloney Chairman Father Malachy Byrne. All the guests joined in with musical items with Mrs GV Maloney on the piano.

Horse and Cart collection of Refuse to be discontinued from New Year’s Day. Urban Council are buying a new custom built truck with maintenance of £30 per annum.Tom Fitzpatrick urges the UDC to take over the running of the Farnham Gardens which has now become a derelict site. County Manger Dermot McCarthy replies by saying that negotiations for the purchase of the site are ongoing with Lord Farnham but no deal has been struck yet. The County Manger also tells the meeting that the Department of Posts and Telegraphs are interested in buying the Market Square for a new Post Office but negotiations are proving difficult with the Council offering the site for £10,000 but the Department’s best offer is a derisory £4,500!.

Tommy Young’s the ‘Dublin Bar’ Ashe Street Special Christmas offer Coking Sherry 7/6.Try our XX on Draught.

Girl’s Club very successful Sale of Work in the Town Hall with Santa Claus in attendance. Large selection of gifts and utilities for sale.

The very popular Harry Dawson formerly of Keadue Lodge is made a special presentation by the Sisters and staff of Saint Bartholomew’s Hospital in New York for his attendance at work over the last 12 years not missing even one day for sickness.

December 22^nd 1951 Pontifical High Mass in the Cathedral at 12:05 AM other Masses at 8 10 and 11:30 AM. Butlersbridge and Killygarry at 10 Am.

Meanwhile shops will close on Monday Christmas Eve at 10 PM and remain closed until Thursday morning. So far trade has been very poor due in part to the deluge of rain that has lashed the town all wek.Last three days trade picked up and the town was packed on Christmas Eve. Shoppers many home from England  however were glad to return home as gales and rain continued to spoil the Christmas trade.

A ewe the property of William Creane Sunnymeade Cathedral Road has given birth to 2 lambs.

Death of Patrick McNamara Master Tailor Connolly Street. Very keen follower of the GAA travelled to all the games on his motor bike. He was a native of Ballintra County Donegal. Sympathy is extended to his large family. Large and representative funeral in the Cathedral at which Father Joe Hunt presided. Burial later in Killygarry Cemetery.

Tommy Hughes the chief organiser with Jerry Lyons MC at the Annual Slashers’ Whist Drive in the Town Hall. Among the winners was SJ Caldbeck Cavan Miss Kinsella College View Mrs Cyril; Arnold Latt.

Cavan Labour Band will parade the town from 4 pm on Christmas Eve and extend sympathy to Poppy and Bud McNamara on the death of their father while Santa will distribute gifts to the children inside in the Town Hall due to the expected inclement weather.

December 29^th 1951 Joe Cullivan 8 College Street Plumbing Heating and Sanitary Specialist extends Seasons Greetings to his customers and friends.” Late or early near or far”

Saint Peter’s tomb is located directly beneath the High Altar in Saint Peter’s basilica-the biggest in the world.

County Cavan Golf Club 1951 President John F O Hanlon Captain Jim Rafter Treasurer H Clarke Secretary Dermot Morgan Assistant Secretary JF O Connell Committee Surgeon BT Cullen Bob Henderson E O Holland Edward O Hanlon Sonny Magee and Doctor Darragh Smith.

Cavan Rugby team to play Enniskillen at the Royal School on Saturday the 29^th of December at 2:30 Matty Donohoe Frank Lynott Bill Anderson Cyril Anderson Dessie Tweedy M Cinnamond R Holland Dessie McSherry Paddy Cooney Leo Cosgrove B Devine WJ Lowry George Maloney Teddy McCormack Richard Black Subs Dessie Dunne and J Fegan .

Garda entertain orphans of Saint Joseph’s Orphanage Cavan with gifts of sweets fruit and cakes. Father Pat Gaffney Saint Patrick’s College treated the children to a film show. Jerry Lyons and Superintendent Murray coordinated the event and contributed musical items where the children joined in singing the Seasonal carols.

Congratulations to  Morna McMullin who obtained her MSR (Radiography) degree at UCD. She is daughter of Surgeon Joseph and Mrs McMullin Inishfall Cavan.

Nuala McKiernan daughter of Edward and Mrs McKiernan ‘Sacre Coeur’ Drumelis is conferred with her degree as Doctor of Medicine at UCD.

Maurice and Alan Jackson entertain 54 of their staff to their 2^nd annual Staff Dinner and Dance in the Farnham Arms Hotel. Speakers included Maurice and Alan Jackson A Gordon LR Doyle Works Manager Jack Allen Louis Mallon Vincent Bartley recently married Judy McEntee and B Turner. Musical items by MS LH Doyle Mrs P Shaw P Shaw Timmy Murphy P Brady F Hughes. Tom McCusker was on the Piano and Noman Cinnamond was MC. Great appreciation of the service and cuisine supplied by the Tully family Farnham Hotel.

January 5^th 1952 Frank Conlon arrives at Saint Joseph’s Lisdarn laden down with gifts for the patients on Christmas Day. Other callers included Mrs Halpin ‘Ford Lodge’ and members of Cavan Golf Club on New Year’s Day.

Hurricane for New Year in Cavan with trees uprooted at the Royal School many houses lost slates and guttering. Serious flooding at Rosculligan but no serious accidents reported as the residents elected to stay indoors.

Cavan District Nurses Association attract a big crowd ro the Town hall for their annual Ceilidhe with the Silver Star Ceilidhe Band.

January 12^th 1952 Maura McEntee the well known Cavan contralto and member of the PA Smyth family stars on Radio Eireann.

Mrs Flood Bridge Street has early or late roses blooming in her garden at the back of the shop.

Aer Lingus’ unblemished safety record ends as the Saint Kevin crashed in a blinding rain storm in the Welsh mountains with all 20 passengers  on board and 3 crew losing their lives.

January 19^th 1952 With Lord Farnham letting the Farnham Gardens go to wreck and ruin and the demise of the caretakers the Cafferty family, Cavan Urban Council start negotiations for the purchase of the site in Farnham Street. Tom Fitzpatrick says that the gardens have now become an eye sore but the other members point out that little can be done by the Council unless Farnham is prepared to sell the site to the Council. A motion to compulsory acquire the Farnham Gardens was defeated by 5-3 with Paddy Brady PJ Brady Gerry Kelly Tommy Cullivan and Mary Brady Chairman  and GA Fegan Tom Fitzpatrick and Sean Magee voting for the motion. The County Manager Dermot McCarthy said he would commence negotiations with Lord Farnham and communicate the concerns of the Council.

Sympathy is extended to Dr JC McFeeley Swellan on the death of his father Neil McFeeley at the age of 82. He was a Superintendent in the Dublin Metropolitan Guards.

Great news for the Killygarry community as a telephone is installed in Poles Co Operative. Very handy for ringing the Priest Doctor or Vet in the event of emergencies.

Untimely death of Father Andrew J O Gorman Drumalee following a bout of pneumonia in Los Angeles’ Queen of Angels Hospital. Popular member of Drumalee GFC he was only ordained in All Hallows Dublin last June. He is survived by his brothers and sisters. He was nephew of the late Monsignor Michael O Gorman and Rev C F O Gorman and was cousin of Rev Charles O Gorman Ballyhaise and Reverend Bernard Collins Billis.

Aer Lingus Dakota plane the Saint Kevin crashes en route from London to Dublin with the loss of 20 passengers and 3 crew. This is the first major crash at Aer Lingus since it started in 1936.

January 26^th 1952 Death of Samuel William Mee Chartered Accountant in Wembley London at the age of 68.Only 3 years retired he was very well known in business circles in the City of London. Survived by his wife son daughter brother AM Mee and the Rutherford family. Funeral from Saint Catherine’s Wembley to the adjoining Cemetery.

Matt McKenna Overseer Cavan Post Office and member of the staff there since 1923 is appointed Postmaster in Kells.Native of Monaghan town he was known for his courtesy patience and good humour and popular with both staff and customers.

Dr Padraig Carney well known Mayo footballer and doctor at Cavan Surgical is appointed to a similar position in Castlebar.

February 2^nd 1952  Huge blaze in the yard section of George Fegans.Great work by Cavan Fire Brigade after a very poor start when little water pressure was found prevented the fire from spreading to Frank Conlon’s extensive furniture store. Billy Downey and Frank Conlon were first on the scene and raised the alarm. The Brigade was under the control of Captain Aidan Madden BE and Paddy Gaffney Town Engineer while Inspector Gillespie Sergeants Hennelly and Thorne controlled the traffic and cut off the scene from the general public. Nobody was injured but a lot of damage to stock in Yard. The proprietors John Kennedy and Robert Mackeral return thanks to all their kind helpers neighbours customers and friends assuring them of their continued desire to continue to serve the Public in George Fagan’s.

Father Noel Fay Castlerahan is elected Chairman of Cavan County Board GAA replacing Seamus Gilheaney who did not seek re election to the post. Honary President Andy McEntee Vice Chairman MJ Mullin Castlerahan Secretary HL Smith Treasurer Paddy O Reilly Registrar Jack McConnell and Central Council Patsy Lynch.

Good news for Teddy McCormack Anglo Celt as he scoops £71-11-0 in MH Pools in Drogheda.

New Bridge Club in Cavan under the auspices of County Cavan Golf Club. Sessions each Tuesday and Friday nights in Clubhouse. They are looking for a suitable premises in the centre of the town for next season.

Joan O Hanlon scoops the jackpot in MH Pools with a fantastic £241 in the MH Pools Drogheda.

Bruise Walsh supplies the music at the annual McCarren Dance in the Town Hall where the hall was beautifully decorated and the capacity crowd were showered with spot prizes at each dance.

Death of John Muldoon who served for over 50 years as a Signalman with GNR Railways and the old Midland Company. Native of Portumna County Galway.He represented Labour on Cavan Urban Council for over 30 years. Gentle kind disposition he was extremely well known and highly respected. The Labour Band led the cortege playing the ‘Dead March’. A capacity attendance at the funeral where Father Joe Hunt officiated with burial in Cullies Cemetery.

February 16^th 1952 Continued trouble for Cavan Town Soccer Club as their goal posts are sawn down and thrown in a drain at Dawson’s Field. Norman Cinnamond Treasurer Edwin Cinnamond Chairman and Jack Norry Secretary seek compensation of £10 for damage committed by persons unknown on August 25^th 1951.In evidence Norman Cinnamond stated that “they were only in operation since July and their first problem was when the posts crossbar etc were dug up and thrown in the nearby drain. They had 40 members 20 of whom were ex GAA men and he suspected that it was a revenge attack for poaching these players who were now banned from playing GAA games”. Garda James Kitson gave evidence that it was very easy to gain access to the ground which was along the main Clones Road. Judge Duncan granted a decree for £5-10-0 to be levied on Cavan County Council.

Over 1 million people file past the coffin bearing the remains of King George VI in Westminster Cathedral. Frank Aiken Minister for External Affairs and Irish Ambassador Freddie Boland represented Ireland at the funeral in Westminster with burial later in Windsor Castle.

Death of Mother M Stanislaus Saint Clares’ Convent at the age of 89. Member of the Community in Cavan for 55 years. She taught Christian Doctrine up to a years ago. Gentle kind decent person she was much beloved of staff and pupils including the many orphans she befriended down all the years. Native of Ballyjamesduff she is survived by her sister Mrs Gargan Virginia.Rev Sean O Reilly Saint Patrick’s College was the chief celebrant with Bishop Austin Quinn presiding at the solemn Requiem Mass in the Convent Chapel with interment in the adjoining cemetery.

Death of Cavan’s oldest man 90 year old Patrick Reilly resident off Main Street. Sick in bed for the last 12 months he was known far and near for his cure of the sprain. Life long member of the Confraternity. Father JJ O Reilly Adm officiated at the funeral Mass in the Cathedral with burial in Cullies Cemetery.

Death of Joseph Dunne Saint Mary’s Terrace. Spent all his life as an employee of the Post Office. Very popular with customers and friends. He took a keen interest in the GAA and was an outstanding footballer with Cavan Slashers.He was father of Brendan and Dessie Dunne Anglo Celt and Ton Dunne GPO Dublin. Father JJ O Reilly Adm officiated at the funeral from the Cathedral to Killygarry.

Pavilion Debating Society with Austin McDonald in the Chair carry the motion 16-14 “A Woman’s place is in the home”

February 22nd 1952 Death of Catherine Murray  in Saint Phelim’s Hospital. She was relict of the late Thomas Engine Driver GNR. Mother of Thomas Duleek sister of Nuala Conlon Francis Street and the late Thomas McGuiness Town Clerk. Father Joseph Hunt presided at the large representative funeral from the Cathedral to Castletara.

Death of James Gilchrist Drumbo eldest son of the late Mr and Mrs Andrew Gilchrist Drumbo. Member of the Old IRA.Coffin draped in tricolour and 16 comrades led by Charlie Reilly County Council formed a Guard of Honour. Last Post sounded by Teddy McCormack Wolfe Tone Street. Father Joe Hunt officiated at the large and very representative funeral from the Cathedral to Cullies.

Death of Robert Kenny Gartbrattan at the age of 83.prize winning Horticulturist at Cavan Show for many years. Funeral from Kilmore Church to the adjoining Cemetery.

“GAA Ban on Foreign Games should be abolished” according to the Pavillion Debating Society where TP O Reilly was Chairman and the motion was carried by 39 votes to 11.

Father Patrick McNiffe much revered President of Saint Patrick’s College appeals for funding for the College at the 11:30 Mass on Sunday in the Cathedral.

Winston Churchill Prime Minister again in Britain at the age of 77 tells the House of Commons that Britain has developed the Atomic Bomb and tests will commence later in the year.

March 1^st 1952 Tom McCusker Cavan CYMS is beaten by M J Nolan Maynooth in the Final of the Irish Billiards Championship at the Burroughs and Watts Hall in Dublin.McCusker got off to a great start and outclassed his nervous opponent in the first session before missing a cannon when leading by 74-11. McCusker was eventually beaten by Nolan who contested the Final 2 years ago by 1,000 to 806. McCusker had breaks of 36,55,40,52 73 and 36 but Nolan after a shaky start was a deserving winner on this occasion.

Cavan Rugby Club will leave the Bus Office by car at 8 o clock to travel to Monkstown where they play the home side before travelling on to Lansdowne Road for the Ireland V Scotland game at 2:30.Team Matty Donohoe Dessie Tweedy Richard Black R Lumley R McGregor Dessie McSherry Paddy McManus Frank Lynott Gerry Kinsella K Lynch George Maloney Leo Cosgrove Teddy McCormack.

Free Tuberculosis Scheme introduced with free chest Xray.Treatment including Sanatorium free and cash allowance for patient and family while treatment continues. Further details from Cavan County Council.

Father Tm Halton excels at Pavilion Debating Society with Dermot Morgan in the Chair where the subject was “Pictures exert an undue influence on the youth of to day” was lost. Hugh Rafferty Secretary on behalf of Cavan Lawn Tennis Club thanks all who participated or attended the debate. Next subject is very topical “The House approves the acquisition of Farnham Gardens as a Public Park” The motion was later defeated by a large majority

Death of Patrick Young Tierquin ex Sergeant RIC. A man of the utmost integrity and a strong personality. He was an authority on Horse Racing and could discuss with great accuracy all aspects of horse racing and form. Uncle of Patrick Young Tierquin former Secretary Cavan Farmer’s Trade Union.

March 8th 1952 New Papal Nuncio Most Reverend Gerald Patrick O Hara arrives in Ireland. He is a former Archbishop of Savanah and Atlanta and was greeted at Dublin Airport by a delegation led by Archbishop of Dublin John Charles McQuaid the Primate of All Ireland.

Ladies’ Golf 1952 President Dorie Smith Captain Joan O Hanlon Treasurer Kathleen Morgan Secretary Olive Bland Committee Maisie Magee Kathleen Sullivan Mollie Finnegan Mrs Gus Kenny Margaret English Margaret Hickey Miss M Brady Mrs Jack Brady Mrs Austin McDonald.

Cavan Girls Club present their 2^nd annual Variety Show with guest artiste Michael O Duffy at the Town Hall and Castle Cinema Oldcastle from 9-11^th of March. Costumes and scenery by Gings Dublin. Admission 4/6 4/- 3/- 2/- and 1/- .Booking at the Regal Cavan.

Death of Patrick Young Billis Cavan after a long illness borne with courage and fortitude. Sympathy is extended to his brother sisters and large circle of relatives and friends. Large and representative attendance at the removal and funeral where Father Joe Hunt officiated from the Cathedral to Cullies Cemetery.

Department of Post and Telegraphs target Cavan with Inspectors to collect Wireless Licenses.

Bord Failte (Board of Welcome ) is founded with 7 man board and authority to spend £230,000 per annum to provide and improve tourist facilities and accommodation.

March 15th 1952 Magnet Players Killygarry with ‘The Righteous are Bold’ win the Western Drama Festival (Rural Section) in Tubbercurry with their Producer Andy O Brien NT taking the Gold Medal for the production. Cast Margaret O Brien Agnes Brady Kathleen Cahill Betty Reilly Maureen Reilly Mike O Brien Pat Smith Jimmy Cahill PJ Young Denis O Mahoney and Stage Manager Peter O Rourke. Moonlight Players Castletara 3^rd with ‘Mungo’s Mansion’

Cavan Rugby team will play Portadown away this Saturday and Longford at home in Royal School field on Saint Patrick’s Day where Bill Anderson and B Holland make a welcome return after recent injuries.

Jack Norry is promoted Overseer while B Caffrey is promoted to Sorter at Cavan Post Office.

Cavan Girls Club break all records with their professional Variety Show in the Town Hall and Castle Cinema Oldcastle.Cast Collette Brady Nancy Braiden Pauline Clarke Lala Connolly Maureen Cosgrove Christina Donohoe Teresa Duffy Eileen Farrell Rita Fay Bridie Galligan Teresa Gray Margaret Hagan Sue Higgins Erin Kirby Ann Kinsella Maureen Lally Maisie Maguire Kathleen Maguire Margaret McCarville Kathleen McCann Mary McNiffe Chrissie McNamara Nancy O Neill Brigid O Rourke Vera O Rourke Bridie Plunkett Mary Plunkett Eileen Smith Eileen Woods.Guest Artist Michael O Duffy Costumes by Gings Dublin Club Leader Sara Cullen. Maura McEntee was in charge of the chorus while the Orchestra consisted of Maura McGilly Piano James McIntyre and George Maloney Violins with Dickey Mullery on the Drums. Reverend JJ O Reilly Adm returned thanks to all those who participated or supported the concert which was a tremendous success.

March 22^nd Death of Ellen Rose (Rosie) Morris Upper Main Street. She was sister of the late Billy Morris former linotype operator Anglo Celt. Sympathy is extended to all her many relatives and friends. Funeral from  Cavan Parish Church to the New Cemetery. Her house was later sold (2 months later) for a figure in excess of £500.

Death of Kathleen Wray Emmett Place wife of Phil Wray. Large and representative funeral from the Cathedral to Ballinagh Cemetery on Saint Patrick’s Day.

Death of Mary Higgins Drumalee at an advanced age after a short illness. She was mother of Bernard Higgins Drumalee and the Anglo Celt.

March 29^th 1952  The well known playwright Joseph Tumulty is the Adjudicator at this year’s annual Drama Festival in the Town Hall where Edward O Hanlon is Chairman Seamus Gilheaney Vice Chairman and Tom Fitzpatrick Secretary.

Pantomania in the Town Hall and Clonmel featuring Pat McGuigan and his 217 key Mirano Pigana Accordion.

Death of Brigid Browne Breffni Terrace after a lengthy illness in Hospital.5 of her brothers fought in World War 1 and one of them was actually killed in the conflict.

Legendary Harry Dawson formerly ‘Keadue Lodge’ MC at Gala Saint Patrick’s Night Concert in Saint Bartholomew’s Hospital New York. Over 40 singers and dancers participated and Harry weighed in with 2 stirring Irish ballads

Death of Iris Mae Moorehead College Street at the age of 20 she was daughter of Mrs Moorehead and the late Jack Moorehead. Survived by her mother and sisters. Funeral from Cavan Parish Church to the New Cemetery.

Eugene Leddy and his Ceilidhe Band delight the nation with their ½ hour broadcast from Radio Eireann.They brought great honour to their native Butlersbridge and Cavan.

Labour Band with depleted numbers due to deaths and emigration parade to Mass and later tour the town for Saint Patrick’s Day. The famous Band played all the old Irish airs on the Feast of the National Apostle.

Cavan Soccer Club AGM 1952 held in Cinnamond’s Hall Church Street Chairman Edwin Cinnamond Secretary Walter Crozier Treasure Norman Cinnamond Committee Matty Thorne Pat Quinn JJ Reilly G Gibson L Galvin J Gauthier.

Branch Of Ex Servicemen’s Society founded in Cavan (ONE) Chair Dr M Cooney Vice Chairman Tom Hickey Secretary Captain Aidan Madden Treasurer HP McEntee Assistant Treasurer JJ McGrath. All ex Old IRA Irish Army and Defence Forces welcome to join.

April 5^th 1952 Cavan Refrigeration set up business at Gordon’s Garage Farnham Street. All makes of refrigeration repaired.

Clones Dramatic Society are the winners of the Dr Lyons Cup with ‘Paul Twyning’ in the Open Section at Cavan Drama Festival. Bobby Burns Navan is Best Producer Mary Cunningham Lurgan Players Best Actress and Desmond Rushe Mullingar Little Theatre Group Best Actor. Confined Section won by the Killygarry Players with the ‘Righteous are Bold with 94 ½ marks Producer Andy O Brien NT. Loreto College win the Anglo Celt Cup for One Act Plays with ‘The Dear Queen’ Producer Nancy Carroll Cast Carmel McGovern Mary Corrigan Veronica O Donoghue and Sheila Fay.Casteltara Players win the AOH Cup with Mungo’s Mansion scoring 86 ½  marks Producer Edward J Brady Cast Frances Kelly Sean Boylan Mary Cahill Mary Boylan Patrick Cahill Tommie Higgins Eddie Brady Louis Brady Jimmy Greenan Phyllis Brady. Committee 1952 Patron Bishop Austin Quinn President Father JJ O Reilly Adm Chairman Edward O Hanlon Vice Chairman Seamus Gilheaney Secretary TJ Fitzpatrick Assistant Secretary Rosemary Power Treasurer Tom Malone Hibernian Bank.

Saint Patrick’s Day Angling at Butlersbridge Trout Andy McEntee 2^nd Eileen Maloney Pike Joe Greene Mill Rock 2 fish heaviest 14 ½ lbs 2^nd GV Maloney 3^rd Mr King Wattlebridge.

Retirement of the legendary Surgeon Joseph McMullin after 30 years distinguished service. Recipient of numerous presentations from the staff of Cavan Surgical Hospital and the local Red Cross Society who presented him with an inscribed electric mantle clock. He will be succeeded by Dr Paddy D Maloney FRCSE.

Death of Joseph Lennon Saint Brigid’s Terrace former Secretary of the Transport Workers Union. Former member of Cavan UDC he did much to advance the cause of the ordinary working man. The Labour Band playing the Dead March led the cortege.The Cathedral was packed to capacity for the reception of the remains and the Funeral Mass celebrated by Father Charles Certwright.Interment took place in Cullies.

Lourdes Invalid Fund will send one patient to Lourdes this year.Dr Craig County MOH will assist in making the choice from the Hospitals in the area.

‘Teal’ wins the Aintree Grand National returned at 100-1 and ridden by Arthur P Thompson ‘Legal Joy’ was 2^nd.’Teal’ was bred near Clonmel in County Tipperary.

Cavan defeat Enniskillen by 6 points (2 tries) to Nil at the Royal School Grounds. Enniskillen very much on top in the first half and they missed a number of very easy penalties. Cvan clung on however to retire 0-0 at the interval. With Holland and McGregor getting the better of the half back exchanges their backs began to enjoy dominance. Dessie McSherry had a wonderful try after 20 minutes of the second half when he dribbled 25 yards to dive over for the opening score. Matty Donohoe failed to convert. Cavan continued to exert pressure on Enniskillen before Richard Black gained possession to dive over in the corner making it 6-0 to Cavan. Matty Donohoe just failed to convert a most difficult kick from the sideline. Tom Cinnamond and Bill Anderson went close later on but the Enniskillen defence was resolute.

Packy Brady opens his refurbished Bridge Bar Tierquin Dublin Road (Meadow View Lounge).”Try our Guinness XX on tap”.
Jim Scanlon CMBHI Watchmaker and Jeweller Optical repairs and prescriptions a speciality 8 Francis Street Cavan.

Untimely death of Father Michael Conlon PP Nottingham son of Mr and Mrs John Conlon Blackbull Crosskeys and brother of Frank Auctioneer and Furniture Merchant Cavan.

April 19th 1952 Fergus Flood Ballyheelan marries Francis Flood Bridge Street in Saint Brigid’s Church Killygarry.Father Joseph Hunt officiated and the Reception was in the Park Hotel Virginia.

7 early bathers for Easter at Green Lake with hundreds more on the Bank taking in the warm sunny weather. The bathers were back on shore very shortly complaining of the still very chilly water temperatures.

April 26th 1952  Eddie Byrne Presenter of the Prescott’s Show on Radio Eireann will host the show from Prescott’s opposite Smyth’s 60 Main Street next Thursday.

Death of the very well known highly respected Mrs Brady Cavan House Bridge Street. Devout Catholic she was a founder member of the local branch of the 3^rd Order of Saint Francis. Her son Edward was a very well known member of the Old IRA and took a prominent part in the fight for Independence with both British Army and RIC constantly searching the premises for fugitives and arms. She was the mother of a large family. Big representative attendance at the funeral from the Cathedral to Killygarry Cemetery.

Labour Band pass a vote of sympathy to the  relatives of John Lennon former Branch Secretary who worked tirelessly to promote the interests of the Band.

May 3rd 1952 Cavan Show elect a new Treasurer at EGM in Cvan.Alfred Myles Smith Solicitor was the unanimous choice and will be paid £25 per annum for the task. All cheques must now be signed by both the Secretary and Treasurer. In future there will be no paid labour and each man on the Committee will supply a man free of charge. John Kemp Rahulton and W Mulligan were co opted to the Committer on the proposition of Lord Farnham.Those in attendance were JF Conaty George Morris George Maloney Junior Sandy Gordon Lord Farnham and Jimmy Dawson.

George Davis BE Engineer with Cavan County Council wins his first Hockey Cap when he plays in goals for Ireland against Belgium in Brussels

Beautiful old May custom continues in the working class areas of the town particularly Emmett Place College Street and Wolfe Tone Street with homes displaying flowers in abundance at the threshold in honour of the Queen of The May.

DT Dwane former Postmaster Cavan has retired from farming to live in O Connell street Limerick. His farm of 51 acres purchased 9 years ago for £2,000 fetched a record £4,500 at Auction.

Breffni Park will be reopened on the 8^th June after undergoing massive renovations for the last 2 years which cost £14,000. A 75 page Souvenir Programme is being prepared and among the contributors are Bishop Quinn of Kilmore Padtaig O Keeffe Secretary of the GAA John F O Hanlon Anglo Celt Jimmy Smith Captain 1933 winning team John Joe O Reilly Captain in 1947 and 1948 and Bridie M Smith Brady Historian.

Cavan Pavilion win the Provincial Badminton Clubs Cup beating Carlow Commercials in the Final by 6 games to 2 at the Garda Depot Phoenix Park Dublin. The Cavan team were best served by Ina Hickey Jack Poyntz Dickie Mullery Vera Brady Francis Street Willie O Hanlon Captain Mrs Pollock and Mr and Mrs Burns. The Pavilion are also the reigning North Midlands League Holders.

The Royal School are first to embrace new technology erecting an electric fence at both side of the long entrance to the School.

Cavan Harps beat Ballyhaise 2-9 to 1-4 in the Junior Championship at Tierquin Park. Scorers for the Harps were O Connor Sheridan Graham McNamara and Brady while the Duggan brothers were outstanding for Ballyhaise.

All shops and house in the Cavan area are being painted and decorated for the reopening of Breffni Park. Each house is asked to fly the national and county colours and erect the bunting supplied in their area. Cavan will play Kerry while Antrim will play All Ireland Champions Mayo. The Park will be officially blessed and re opened by the Bishop of Kilmore Austin Quinn at 4:30 pm.

May 24th 1952 Sean T O Kelly is re elected President of Ireland for the second 7 year term. The popular Alfie Byrne Lord Mayor of Dublin only received 15 nominations and was unable to mount a challenge for the Office. The inauguration takes place in Saint Patrick’s Hall Dublin Castle on the 25^th June.

Saint Mary’s Church Ballyhaise is rededicated as Saint Mary’s Ballyhaise.Formrly the Cathedral in Cavan it was transported stone by stone block by block by horse and cart from Cavan to Ballyhaise.First built by Bishop Browne in 1853 it was later enlarged to become the Cathedral of the Diocese of Kilmore.The two Parish Priests responsible were Father Felix Lynch and Father Tom Maguire. The foundation stone was blessed by the Bishop of Kilmore Patrick Lyons on the 13^th of October 1943.The Contractors were Jon Sisk and Company while the Architect was John Byrne Dublin.

The Feast of Saint John Baptist De La Salle celebrated in Cavan with High Mass in the Cathedral where Father Vincent Kennedy accompanied the School Choir on the Organ. Later the boys were entertained to sweets and treats culminating with a Sports Day in Drumalee.The boys of the school have been very busy over the last few weeks picking stones and debris at the grounds in Breffni Park. Many of them will be selling the Souvenir Programme for which they will be granted a generous commission by Tommy Gilroy who is in charge of the project.

The playing surface in Breffni Park is now described as a spacious billiard table garbed in verdant green with the numerous white hawthorn trees a beautiful background. Bands attending are Drumcrow War Pipers Drumcrave Cavan Labour Cootehill Brass and Reed. Other bands will not be admitted to the Enclosure and no hawkers or fruit sellers are being admitted without a permit.

Death of Mrs Tommy Graham Upper Main Street relict of Tinsmith Tommy Graham. Sympathy to son and other relatives. Funeral from Cavan Parish Church to the New Cemetery.

Death of Gerald O Rourke son of Mr and Mrs Thomas O Rourke Saint Aidan’s Terrace at the age of 21. Sick for only a few days. He had just completed his apprenticeship as a Shoemaker. Sympathy is extended to his parents brothers and sisters and other relatives. He was a popular member of Cavan Harps GFC who formed a Guard of Honour at the Funeral from the Cathedral to Killygarry Cemetery. Later the local branch of ONE pass a vote of sympathy with Thomas a former Serviceman in the Irish Army on the death of his son..

Ernie Smith AH Smith and Company Main Street is appointed to the Provincial Council of the Radio Industries Club of Ireland. The aim of the society is to promote mutual good will and moderate the competition between the traders of Radio and Electrical goods in Ireland.

Thomas Sweeney Coleman Road and Dermot Lovett Cathedral Road both students of Belturbet Technical School are awarded Scholarships for a Building Construction Course in Bailieborough Technical School.

Drumcrave Band pass a vote of congratulations with Matt King on his recent marriage.

May 31^st 1952 Opening Tuesday 3^rd of June Cavan’s most modern Hotel the Ulster Arms formerly the Old Globe Proprietor Johnny Brady’s. The Contractors are Elliott and McCabe and the Architects Nolan and Quinlan Ely Place Dublin.

Breffni Park Re Opening Ceilidhe in Town Hall with the Emerald Ceilidhe Band Admission 3/6. All cyclists use the Cycle Park in the Town-no cyclists on Lane Entrance. Breffni Park was first opened  in 1923 and was the first park in Ireland to be vested in a County Board and cost £12,000 to acquire and develop. Known as The Croke Park of Ulster. It hosted the All Ireland Semi Finals of 1928 1931 and 1933 when Cavan beat Kerry to qualify for the All Ireland where they subsequently beat Galway to win their fist All Ireland Senior crown.Breffni Park hosted the All Ireland Junior Final of 1927 played in  June 1928 when Cavan beat Kildare to win their first and only All Ireland junior crown. With the increasing popularity of gaelic games and with a limited capacity of only 14,000 plans were drawn up for a re development of the Park in the late 1930s these were shelved with the outbreak of World War 2. After the War a committee under Patsy Lynch Chairman commissioned Paddy Gaffney BE Latt to draw up plans for a total redevelopment and repositioning of the Park. P Clarke Newtownbutler were appointed Contractors and work began in 1950. A further 7 acres of adjoining land was acquired at a cost of £1,000 bringing the total area covered by the Park to over 17 acres. One of the biggest playing areas 160 x 95 in Ireland the pitch and enclosure cover 4 ½ acres with the sideline having seating for 7,000.It is estimated that the Park will now accommodate 40,300 people aprox. The cost of the Redevelopment is £14,000and a debt of £8,000 remains. The Committee intend to build a stand when the debt is cleared.

Cavan beaten by Tyrone 6-4 in Omagh Tennis thriller. Stars for Cavan were Dr and Mrs Flannery Jack Halpin and Mrs Cole.

Military Dance in the Town Hall Music by the Metropole Hotel Orchestra. Miss Cole Legway is the winner of the Miss Breffni Silver Cup 2^nd Ethel Brady Ballintemple. Bridie M Smith Brady Historian and members of the Metropole Band were the judges of the competition for which there was an entry of 20 young ladies.

Breffni Park Reopening Mid Cavan Battalion FCA will provide the Guard of Honour for Bishop Quinn at the re opening ceremony on Sunday. Admission 1/- sideline 2/-.Sean OG O Ceallacain will referee the Kerry V Cavan game while Tommie Reilly Cootehill will have charge of the Mayo V Antrim game.The stadium is fitted out with a Public Address System installed and operated by Smyth’s 60 Main Street Cavan.

34 Caravans -24 from Northern Ireland and 10 from the Republic attend the 1^st National Caravan Rally at the Park Hotel Virginia. Thousands throng the grounds from all over Ireland. With Ballroom Dancing and Golf Competitions for the adults and sports day for the children in glorious weather conditions.

Death of James McAviney Warburg Street Dublin. He was over 30 years employed by McCarren and Company rising to the rank of Manager. Retired just over 6 years ago and purchased a Licensed Premises in Dunlin. Survived by his wife and daughter. Funeral from High Street Church to Glasnevin.

Poor bidding for Jim Rafter’s Pub in Bridge Street (Congo Bar)Frank Conlon withdrew the premises when the bidding stopped at £1,000. Being negotiated at a much higher price. Jim is now a Salesman with Jackson’s Garage.

 

Death of Mrs McKeon Emmett Place. Father Joe Hunt officiated at the funeral from the Cathedral to Laragh Cemetery.

June 14^th 1952 Over 12,000 throng the street of Cavan to celebrate the reopening of Breffni Park.500 travelled on the excursion train from Belfast. After a damp overcast morning the afternoon was ideal with sun and light winds. Most of all the rain held off. Gate receipts amounted to £1,000-17-0. After Monaghan Brass and Reed Band led the parade and played the National Anthem 2 mainly disappointing games followed where Kerry beat Cavan 1-7 to 0-5 and Mayo the All Ireland Champions hammered Antrim 3-8 to 0-4. John Nallen had a great first half for his native Mayo but was injured in the ribs by a collision with one of his own men early in the second half and had to be replaced. Before the start of the first game 2 minutes silence was observed in honour of the recently deceased Kerry star Joe Barrett. Cavan team Seamus Morris Arva John Joe O Reilly Curragh Phil Brady Mullahoran Paul Fitzsimmons Maghera John Sheridan Killinkere Liam Maguire Cornafean Brian O Reilly Cornafean Aidan Corrigan Dan McCaffrey Stradone Terry Keogan Castlerahan Barley McEnroe Mountnuggent Victor Sherlock Kingscourt Johnny Cusack Lavey Mick Higgins Captain Bailieboro and Tony Tighe Castlerahan.Bishop Austin Quinn from a special podium in the centre of the arena declared the park officially open. The ceremony concluded with the playing of Faith of Our Father’s. Many speeches both in Breffni Park and afterwards at the Reception in the Farnham Hotel where the attendance included Bishop Austin Quinn who performed the opening ceremony Bishop Patrick Moynagh Bishop of Calabar Paddy Smith Minister for Agriculture V O Donoghue President of the GAA.Addresses of welcome to the visiting teams read by Michael Conlon Town Clerk and Michael J Smith County Secretary later presented to the 3 teams by Mary Brady Chairman of Cavan UDC.Among the attendance were Mick McGurk Johnnie Brady Peter O Reilly who all played on the first Cavan team to contest an All Ireland Semi Final in 1891. At the conclusion of the meal Bishop Quinn presented Father Noel Fay Chairman of the County Board with a personal cheque of £25 towards the cost of the project. Thanks to the tireless work of John Sexton Caretaker and his family the pitch was in splendid condition clearly marked and all flags gently fluttering in the light breeze. The Ceilidhe in the Town Hall music by the Emerald Ceilidhe Band was packed to capacity with visitors and locals celebrating this great occasion. Father Noel Fay Chairman of the Cavan County Board thanked all who helped or participated in this great day for Cavan and Breffni.

1^st Breffni Park Development Draw results of open public draw  that took place in Eugene Cullivan’s with Tom Gilroy Chairman Master of Ceremonies,1^st £20 Rosetta Christie C/o Vera Brady’s Cavan 2nd £5 Maisie O Reilly Stradone 3rd £2 Liam Bogue Creighan Sawmills £1 each John Cassidy Bridge Street Peggy Allen Saint Phelim’s Place May O Rourke Ballyhaise.

Death of Anthony Carroll  son of the late TJ Carroll MRCVS and Mrs Carroll Church Street now resident at Leinster Square  Rathmines.Deep sympathy is extended to his mother and the rest of the family.

June 21st 1952 Despite having to stop to repair a puncture J Ryan Emerald Cycling Club wins the Tour of Breffni (Dublin /Cavan Return) in a phenomenal time of  5 hours and 51 minutes for the over 140 mile journey which included a full lap of the town.He won by just 1 second from O Connell Dublin with D Quinn Dublin Wheelers 3^rd a further 4 seconds adrift.

Brother Michael De La Salle Cavan and a native of Limerick is transferred to the De La Salle East London South Africa. Outstanding hurler he did  much to revive the game in Cavan and took an active interest in organising the School football competitions. He is replaced by Brother Leonardus.

Tar boiler goes on fire at Moynehall resulting in the area being shrouded in a thick fog of smoke for several hours. Heavy rain is reported as the cause of the fire.

Rev Andrew Masterson son of Mr and Mrs John Masterson Inishbeg Butlersbridge is ordained to the priesthood by Bishop Austin Quinn assisted by Fathers Charles Travers James Carroll and Very Rev Patrick McNiffe Saint Patrick’s College in the Cathedra of Saints Patrick and Phelim Cavan.The new priest was assisted by his neighbour Father PJ Brady Glasgow a native of Drumhurk Butlersbridge while Father Vincent Kennedy was on the Organ. The new priest is son of John a well known former Butlersbridge footballer and captain. Also in attendance was James (brother) Mary and Eileen (sister) and two uncles Tom and James Masterson.He later said his first public Mass in Saint Aidan’s Church Butlersbridge which was packed to capacity for the occasion. He has been ordained for the Diocese of Birmingham.

Father Eugene O Dowd son of JP and Mrs O Dowd County Registrar Farnham Street is ordained in Saint Patrick’s College Maynooth by Cootehill native the Archbishop of Dublin and Primate of All Ireland John Charles McQuaid. Rev J Boyle and Rev F Gallagher both from Cootehill were also ordained at the same ceremony. On Wednesday Father Eugene said his first public Mass at 9 AM in the Cathedral of Saints Patrick and Phelim Cavan.

 Betty Breslin 23 Coleman Road is the winner of the Top Prize of £20 in the 2^nd Breffni Park Draw 2^nd £5 A McGahern College View Mary Duffy Jackson’s Garage and Maire McGirr Latt.

Saint Joseph’s Young Priests Society Cavan GV Maloney Presiding also in attendance Father PJ Gargan Mrs Ferris Mrs Cullen Mrs Flood Miss McCabe Josie Smith and M/S MJ Galligan Patrick McCarren T O Reilly The Regal George Maloney Junior and Frank Lynott. Vote of sympathy was passed to Mrs Tommy O Reilly The Regal on the death of her mother.

Cullen Cup at County Cavan Golf Club is won by Dr Sean O Reilly playing off 24 5 up with 2nd Edward O Hanlon off 1 and 1 up. There were 53 competitors and Mrs Cullen and friends served tea to the visitors and competitors.

July 5th 1952  Father Timothy Connolly a native of Ballinagh is appointed the Superior General of the Maynooth Mission to China at their 5^th General Chapter in Saint Columban’s Utah USA.He succeeds the late Father Jeremiah Denehy who died suddenly in December 1951. Born in 1904 son of John and Mrs Connolly Merchants Ballinagh Father Tim received his early education at the local National School an later Saint Patrick’s College Cavan and Saint Patrick’s College Maynooth where he was ordained in 1927.He spent a further year in the Dunboyne Establishment where he took his H Dip before being appointed a professor in Saint Patrick’s College where he stayed until 1934 when he joined the fledgling Maynooth Mission to China. He is over 17 years attached to the American Division of the Society where he has served as Professor and Regional Bursar from 1947-1952 when he became Regional Director USA for the Society.

‘Little Mo’ Maureen Connolly from the USA captures the minds and hearts of the nation as she sweeps to the Ladies’ Single title at her first attempt at the age of 17. ‘Little M’ beat three times champion Louise Brough 7-4 6-3 on the centre court at Wimbledon London.

Rev J McCaffrey Stradone is among 22 students  ordained for the Diocese of Dublin by Archbishop John McQuaid at an ordination ceremony in All Hallows College Dublin.

Central Café under new management of the Donohoe family from Belfast is open after all dances. Four course dinners from 3/-.

All entries for the  South Ulster Tennis Championship to Hugh Rafferty Tournament Secretary Phone Cavan 114.Play starts each day at 11 until 9 PM. Admission 1/- Finals Day 1/6.

July 12^th 1952 Sudden death of Inspector John McDonagh at the age of 48 in Monaghan where he was carrying out temporary duties. After serving in the IRA and Irish Army he joined the Garda in 1934 and served in Longford Kerry Westmeath Louth and Dublin before coming to Cavan. Very well known and highly respected of good humoured and affable disposition. Survived by his wife and 1 daughter living in Mullingar. Funeral from Monaghan County Hospital escorted by uniformed Guard of Honour and 53 cars. All business in Cavan ceased as the cortege made its way to the Cathedral of Christ the King Mullingar.Office and Solemn High Mass celebrated by Rev W Kirley CC Mullingar assisted by Fathers Jimmy O Reilly Adm Cavan and Father Joe Hunt who also officiated at the graveside.

John Dowd Commission Agent (Bookmaker) opens for business at 21 A Bridge Street Phone Cavan 244.Weekly credit accounts opened on approved references !

Dr FPE Smith and Mrs PA Galligan Bridge Street win the President’s  John F O Hanlon’s Prize at County Cavan Golf Club 2^nd M Holland and Maggie Hickey 3^rd Bob Henderson and Helen McCarren.56 competitors and Mrs O Hanlon served tea to all visitors and competitors.

William P Maloney is presented with the Gold Medal for Grocery by the Minister for Industry and Commerce Sean Lemass at a function in the Shelburne Hotel. Willie is presently working in Brown Thomas’ Grafton Street Dublin and is son of George V and Eileen Maloney Farnham Street.

Big attendance at the free Ford Motor film show sponsored by Jackson’s Garage in the Magnet Cinema. Very informative and instructional for car owners and colour film of exotic places for those interested in travel.

70 De La Salle pupils members of the choir and altar servers enjoy their annual outing to Bettyystown playing on the beach consuming sweets and sandwiches. They later frequented Woolworth’s and Wentworth’s in Drogheda where they purchased souvenirs of their visit before being entertained to high tea in the White Horse Hotel Drogheda. Brothers Augustus Principal Leonidas Luke and Cassenius accompanied a very well behaved party.

Michael Conlon is transferred on promotion to Louth County Council Dundalk. Very popular member of the Community he was an outstanding member of Cavan Lawn Tennis Club and Pavillion Pantomime Committee. Numerous presentations are made to this very popular official and it is hoped that he will continue to visit Cavan on a regular basis.

August 2^nd 1952 Death of Eva Peron wife of President Peron of Argentina after a long illness. Millions of grieving Argentineans lined the streets outside the Palace in Buenos Aires where she lay in State. Known as Evita all church bells throughout Argentina will ring out in unison for 15 minutes on the day of her funeral. Businesses closed own all over Argentina as a mark of respect for 2 days while the Government order a period of 20 days mourning. 5 killed and 2,000 injured in stampede to view the body which was covered in orchids Eva’s favourite flower. President Sean T O Kelly sent a telegram of sympathy on behalf of the Irish nation to Juan Peron President of Argentina on the death of his wife.

August 9th 1952 Driest July since 1935 but sunshine only 81% of normal.

Colm McGovern from Drumkilly heads the list of Honours at Saint Patrick’s College Leaving Students. Colm achieved 5 honours while Phil Cullivan from College Street heads the list of the town students with an honours leaving certificate.

August 16^th 1952 Cavan in collective training in the Woodford Hotel Ballyconnell for the All Ireland Semi Final tilt with Cork in Croke Park. The collection taken up at all Masses in the town amounted to £52.Masses in the Cathedral from 7:30 and in the Convent from 6:45 to accommodate those travelling on the early train.

Teddy McCormack PRO Cavan Boy Scouts reports that 52 boys under Scout Master John Donohoe are under canvas on their annual 2 week holiday in Enniscrone County Sligo.

Thomas Ivan McClelland 23 Connolly Street awarded a Day Scolarship to the nearby Royal School.

Death of Mother Mary Anthony Smith Poor Clare Convent. Former Bursar and Novice Mistress she was 58 years in religion. Native of Laragh the family are very well known in religious circles. She was aunt of Phil Smith Farnadolly.Bishop Austin Quinn presided at the funeral in the Convent Chapel with burial in the adjoining cemetery.

The Misses Maguires of Gorman and Company (Opposite Credit Union) are retiring from business and are offering their entire stock for sale at greatly reduced prices. No Credit or Approbation.

Cavan beat Cork 0-10 to Cork’s 2-3 to qualify for the All Ireland Senior Football Final where they will play Meath on September 28^th before an attendance of 42,582. The Breffni contingent travelled in their thousands by train and car.

AH Smith Perpetual Cup at County Cavan Golf Club 1^st Minnie McCarren (32) 73 2^nd Maureen McDonald (35) 73 3^rd AF McDonald (17) 76.

August 23^rd Congratulations pour in from Cavan exiles abroad congratulating Cavan on qualifying for yet another All Ireland. Terry Murray London and late of Breffni Terrace and Harry Dawson New York and late of Keadue Lodge are confident of a Cavan victory in the Final on September 28^th.

Cavan Minors make it a double when qualifying for the All Ireland Final by beating Westmeath 3-6 to 1-9 at Pearse Park Longford. They will now play Galway in the All Ireland Minor Final on September 28^th.

On the domestic from front Cavan Slashers will play Bailieborough in the County Senior Semi Final at Breffni Park where admission is 1/- and the sideline is 1/- extra.

Clare Brady a native of Virginia is appointed Acting Town Clerk in succession to Michael Conlon who has gone on promotion to Dundalk

August 30th 1952 Mel O Reilly gives a birds eye view of the recent boy Scouts Camp in Enniscrone. “Rise at 8 Cooks Rise at 7:30 Prayers  PT (Physical Torture) then 52 hungry young lads rush to Cook House for breakfast Peeling of Spuds to the sound of whistling music while you work. Cleaning tidying camping site Bugle call and trip to strand for morning dip. dinner Rest football cricket and v=basketball afternoon dip in the sea Tea Prayers Cinema etc Lights out at 10:30.Highlight of the camp this year was the shopping trip to Ballina”. During the Camp Mel reports that the 52 scouts under Scoutmaster John Donohoe consumed 20 lbs of tea 139 ½ lbs of sugar 395 pan loaves 124 lbs of butter 149 quarts of milk 60 stone of potatoes 94 lbs of jam 48 lbs of tea 32 lbs of rashers and 45 lbs of sausages. Roll on 1953.On the way home the Troop stopped in Sligo to complete the shopping and all arrived home tanned and fit at 8:30 pm.

Social and presentation to Moya Brady daughter of Mrs and the late Johnny Brady Main Street and Lough Gowna  on the occasion of her marriage to Patrick Lindsay BL who practices on the Western Circuit. He is a former Professor in the Royal School.

Death of Edward Halligan Railway Cottage Swellan who worked with GNR at Cavan Station for over 40 years. Ned was a native of Longford and was deservedly popular with all his friends customers and neighbours. He is survived by a large family. The Cathedral was packed to capacity for the Funeral Mass celebrated by Father Malachy Byrne with burial later in Cullies.

Death of Philip Quinn at an early age. He leaves a widow and 2 young children. Son of Philip senior Lakeview. Funeral from the Cathedral to Annagelliffe old graveyard with Father Malachy Byrne officiating.

September 6^th 1952 Bailieborough boasting many of he Cavan All Ireland stars including Mick Higgins and Phil Brady comprehensively defeat Cavan Slashers 2-6 to 1-3 in a dull County Senior Semi Final encounter at Breffni Park. Cavan Slashers Jack Rogers Brendan Sexton Gerry Maloney Captain James Dillon Michael Newman Sean Greene Dan Maloney Michael Conaty Patrick (Paddy) Walsh Michael Walsh Sam Rutherford Frank Carroll Hugh Rafferty Michael Conlon and Tommy Hughes. ‘The Quiet Man’ starring John Wayne Maureen O Hara Barry Fitzgerald is showing all week in the Magnet Cinema having been filmed in Cong county Mayo in Technicolor.

Patricia O Reilly Bridge Street is the winner of the top prize £20 in this week’s Breffni Park Draw 2^nd £5 Ina McEntee (HP) Saint Phelim’s Place 3^rd and £2 Jack Gray Farnham 3 prizes of £1 go to Carmel Lunn College Street T Sheridan Saint Phelim’s Place and John J Duignan Lossett Post Office.

Life Saving and swimming Instructions at Swellan Lake 2^nd Class Sean Walsh Wolfe Tone Street Kevin McDermott Lake View Patrick Duffy College Street Patrick Mullery College Street. The instructor was Noel O Beara Raheny assisted by George Maloney Junior Cavan

Death of Charles Smith in New York. Native of Breffni Terrace he was an altar boy and later Sacristan in the old Cathedral Cavan. Very popular in both Ireland and America he was very prominent in the Cavan Association in New York.

Presentations to Nurse Molly Galligan on the occasion of her marriage and compulsory retirement from the staff of Saint Joseph’s Hospital Lisdarn.Chairman Philip O Reilly MC Terence Grealish. Presentation was made by Dr MA Cooney County MOH on behalf of the patients and staff. Music was by Pee Galligan and his Band.

Death of Patrick Coyle in England. He was a former member of the staff of the Anglo Celt before joining the British Army. Son of Edward Coyle Mons Terrace ex Postman. Funeral in England.

Drumalee GFC hold their annual outing to Omeath and Warrenpoint on a beautiful sunny day. Leaving at 10 they stopped off in Dundalk for lunch before sailing from Omeath to Warrenpoint.Later they toured the majestic Mourne Mountains stopping in Calvary to do the stations of the cross in breathtaking surroundings. On the way home they stopped for High Tea in Dundalk before returning after a most enjoyable day to Drumalee at midnight.

September 13^th 1952 John J McGinnell Edenticlare and Anne Reilly Kilnaleck are selected by The Lourdes Invalid Fund to travel to Lourdes with the Meath Diocesan Pilgrimage. Bishop Quinn blessed the 2 pilgrims on the evening before departure and wished them a safe and happy pilgrimage. The party will travel to Paris by plane and transfer by speedy train to Lourdes. Meanwhile in Lourdes Mary Smith 18 from Annaglough is busy working in the ‘Little Flower Irish Centre’ since last April giving vital information on times of ceremonies accommodation facilities availability and train departures to pilgrims. Daughter of Mr and Mrs John Smith she is on a 6 month tour of duty and at weekends she journeys by bus to Lourdes Lake for swimming and recreation. She hopes to spend some of the money she has earned by staying for a week’s holiday in Paris and London on her way home in the Autumn!

ESB busy replacing the old ESB poles and infrastructure around the town giving work to many labourers in the area.

Mrs Dr Flannery Bill Anderson and Valerie McCarren are the outstanding local performers at the star studded Cavan Lawn Tennis Open Week in Farnham Street. Great credit is due to Cyril Anderson Secretary and the organising committee for the exemplary manner in which this mammoth event was run off on schedule despite frequent interruptions for rain. The winners of the premier events were P Jackson Belfast Gent’s Singles and Miss J Clarke Ladies’ Singles.

Luke Smith holidaying with Mrs Anna Greene Saint Phelim’s Place catches a specimen 14 lbs pike at Derrabrick. He. He was in the company of Joe Greene and Paddy Smith both very experienced Anglers..

GAA collection at all churches in the Parish amounts to an impressive £35 as the county teams wind down their preparations for the All Ireland Finals when the Minors play Galway and the Seniors face neighbours Meath.

September 24^th 1952 Marriage of John and Sadie Kennedy Nee Small.

Death of Jane Willis widow of John Coratubber.She was mother of Joy Willis M/S Halpin Solicitors. Funeral from Cavan Parish Church to Kilmore Cemetery.

October 4th 1952 Cavan snatch a draw from the jaws of defeat against Meath in the All Ireland Senior Final at Croke Park where the Minor game was postponed because of the inclement wet weather. A crowd of 64,00 witnessed a hard fought no frills affair where the teams were locked on Cavan 1-2 Meath 0-5 at the interval. The replay will take place in Croke Park on October 12^th .Only 167 travelled by train from Cavan town. Most preferred to travel by private car or bus. The train was delayed and didn’t arrive home until 1 am due to the heavy traffic on the line

Cavan Rugby team to play Armagh away Mattie Donohoe Leo Cosgrove Bill Anderson E Wallace D Duane J McGregor P Storey M Donnelly Richard Black Teddy McCormack J Corris Gerry Kinsella George Maloney Captain Norman Cinnamond Frank Lynott.

Paddy McManus son of Mrs McManus and the late Tom McManus is the recipient of a presentation in the Ulster Arms Hotel as he leaves Cavan to work in Dublin. The presentation was made by Michael Walsh on behalf of Paddy’s many friends in the Cavan area.

Philip Murphy is enjoying a long holiday with his parents Jim and Annie Murphy Breffni Terrace. He is a member of the USA Army and has been involved in several gun battles in the ongoing Korean War .

October 11th 1952 Dermot Morgan playing off 12 beats Walter Lambert playing off 12 to win the Farnham Cup 2 up. In the O Hanlon Cup Thomas Donlon off 19 beats H Rogers in 2^nd 18 hole play off after they had been level after round 1.

October 18th 5^th All Ireland for Cavan-Higgins great part in classic win but the Minors go down to splendid Galway side in bad weather conditions at Croke Park.Tumultous welcome in the Market Square as Mick Higgins raised the Sam Maguire in salute to the thousands of loyal Cavan fans paying tribute to M/S Grogan Carolan Caffrey and Smith from Mullagh who afforded the team a lift to the celebrations when the bus they were travelling in from Dublin broke down. At the Reception in the Farnham Hotel songs were sung by Father Noel Fay Maura McEntee Nee Smyth Tony Tighe Edwin Carolan Victor Sherlock Miss Connell (sister in law of Mick Higgins) and Superintendent Murray who delighted the audience with some wicked poetry and monologues. Buses and cars travelled from the locality with many expressing the view that because of the inclement weather the Finals should be played on the last Sunday in August. A huge crowd gathered in Cavan town on Sunday night delighted with the sterling display of the Cavan team and flags and buntings remained up until after the Fair Day on Tuesday.

Death of Margaret Brady Upper Main Street widow of Pat and mother of Vera Brady she was a niece of Bishop Andrew Boylan the former Bishop of Kilmore. Father James Hunt officiated at the funeral from the Cathedral to Gowna.

Death of Mrs Mary O Neill mother in law of Mick Reilly Upper Main Street. Requiem Mass in the Cathedral with burial in Balinalee Cemetery.

October 4th 1952 Seamus Fox is elected Secretary of the new Cavan Players at a meeting in the Town Hall. All old and interested members are asked to contact Seamus with a view to resuming production.

Death of Tommy Murray Breffni Terrace after a short illness. Former Fianna Fail member of Cavan Urban Council.He was a veteran of the Boer War. Father Charles Cartwright officiated at the funeral in the presence of a capacity attendance from the Cathedral to Cullies.

Death of Mrs Frank Lee Tullyco after a lengthy illness in the Richmond Hospital Dublin. Well known and very religious person.  Father Joseph Hunt officiated at the large funeral from the cathedral to Killygarry.

Death of Jack O Gorman Behey. He was brother of the late Monsignor O Gorman L A and Charles O Gorman PP Ontario Canada. Father Joseph Hunt officiated at the large funeral from the Cathedral to Cullies.

Jack McConnell Chairman of the Taxi Owners and Hackney association calls on all interested parties to join them in their fight against the new road tax which the Government are proposing to introduce.

October 11th 1952 Dermot Morgan playing off 12 beats Walter Lambert also off 12 to win the prestigious Farnham Cup 2 up at County Cavan Golf Club while Thomas Donlon (19) beats H Rogers in 18 hole play off to win the O Hanlon Cup after the pair finished all square after 18 holes.

5^th All Ireland for Cavan-Mick Higgins the star as Cavan beat Meath in Replay played in appalling weather conditions while Cavan are beaten in the Minor Final by Galway in the curtain raiser. Mick Higgins pays tribute to M/s Grogan Carolan Caffrey and Smith from Mullagh for giving the team a lift to the main Reception in Cavan after the bus in which they were travelling broke down in Mullagh where Edwin Carolan Victor Sherlock Mrs McCarthy  Maura McEntee (Nee Smyth) and Miss O Connell lit up the Reception in the Farnham Hotel .Superintendent Joe Murray contributed with a couple of monologues and poems. Not as many people passed through the town on the way to the game as in the drawn encounter 2 weeks ago and many were of the opinion that the All Ireland Football Final should be played on the last Sunday in August to ensure more clement weather. Hundreds pour onto the streets with flags and colours as soon as the broadcast ended and celebrations continued beyond the Fair Day on Tuesday where flags and buntings remained in place.

Death of Margaret Brady Upper main Street. Predeceased by her husband Pat she is survived by her daughter Vera (Gilchrest).She was a niece of the late Dr Boylan Bishop of Kilmore.Father Joseph Hunt officiated at the funeral from the Cathedral to Gowna.

Sympathy is extended to Mick Reilly Merchant and Licensed Vintner Upper Main Street on the death of his mother in law Mary O Neill.Burial took place in Balinalee.

Death of Tommy Murray Breffni Terrace after a short illness former Fianna Fail member of Cavan UDC.Fought in the Boer War with the British Army and returned home unscathed. Father Charles Cartwright officiated at the largely attended funeral from the cathedral to Cullies Cemetery.

Death of Mrs Frank Lee Tullyco after along illness in the Richmond Hospital Dublin. Father Joseph Hunt officiated at the large funeral from the cathedral to Killygarry Cemetery.

Death of John Gorman Behey brother of the late Monsignor O Gorman Los Angeles and Charles O Gorman PP Ontario Canada. Father Joseph Hunt officiated at the funeral from the cathedral to Cullies Cemetery.

Breffni Park Development Committee Tommy Gilroy is promoted from being Treasurer to Chairman after he announced that the Committee had already raised £3,159 of which the vast sum of £1536 -16-10 was raised in the last year from the weekly draw and Bazaar. Chairman TM Gilroy Vice Chairman J Maguire Treasurer Tommy Hughes Secretary Eugene Monahan.

Amazing meeting of Cavan Boy Scouts in Scout’s Hall Bridge Street where the overheads are crippling the Troop with Rent and Light costing an astronomical £30-5-7 and the Annual Camp costing £140 .After a long discussion it was decided that the Troop would either have to seek out cheaper premises or cancel the annual camp. In attendance were Chairman Father Malachy Byrne Secretary Brother Casenus Paddy Donohoe John Donohoe Scoutmaster Garda Storey Mel O Reilly Gerry Kinsella John Walsh Joe Maguire Mattie Corcoran and Gerald Maguire.

Paddy Donegan Emmett Place with the assistance of his son also called Paddy manages to fish out a ladies bicycle worth between £10-£12 from the raging torrent of the nearby Kinnypottle. He brought the brand new bicycle to Cavan Garda Station here he was rewarded some time later with a measly 2/- by the relieved owner.

November 1st 1952 Death of Norah Brady only daughter of Mr and Mrs James Brady Wolfe Tone Street. Survived by her brothers sisters and other relatives. Father Malachy Byrne officiated at the Funeral from the Cathedral to Cullies.

Sean Woods Messenger Cavan Post Office is promoted as Clerk to Monaghan Post Office following his success in the local Civil Service Exams. He is eldest son of Paddy Woods Postman Cavan.

Door to door collection of the town to honour the Cavan heroes who won the county’s 5^th All Ireland on Sunday Chairman Father jimmy O Reilly Vice Chairman Louis Blessing Treasurer Seamus Gilheaney Secretary Tommy Smith Drumalee.

Breffni Park Draw 1^st£20 Mrs Patrick Gaffney Latt 2^nd £5 Noreen Dowd Casement Street 3^rd Joe Maguire Bridge Street £1 each to  Elizabeth Donohoe Bridge Street John O Smith College Street and Mrs Cassidy Arva.

November 8th 1952 Discussions continue on the sale of the site for the new Post Office at the Market Square. Many of the members expressing the view that the Department’s offer of £4,500 is totally inadequate for a site purchased by the Council for £5,000 in 1923.It was decided to appoint a committee to examine the proposal and review the amount of compensation which the Council may have to pay to sitting tenants. Mary Brady Chairman M/S Fegan Sean Magee Pat McDonnell Tommy Cullivan were all in attendance.

Breffni Park Development Draw 1^{st £20} Ned Cooke Main Street 2^nd AF McDonald Church Street 3^rd £2 Helen McCarren Farnham Road.£1 each Jim Higgins Church Street J Foynes Butlersbridge and Mattie Corcoran Town Hall Street.

November 15th 1952 Tragic death of John Francis Allen Mitchell Street following a kick around behind the goals in Breffni Park where some of the older lads would appear to have engaged in throwing the deceased on the nets resulting in his head hitting a hard object at the back of the goals. Doctor Jack Sullivan gave evidence that the deceased was attending him for a defective valve in his heart and he was under constant medical care. Joseph Allen father Mitchell Street Mattie Reilly 13 Mitchell Street Thomas Murray Mitchell Street all gave evidence. Evelyn O Hare gave evidence of finding the deceased on his own unconscious on the laneway leading from the Park. Evelyn called on Hugh O Reilly who assisted and brought him by car to the Surgical Hospital where he died a short time later. The Jury of Jim Leonard Tom McKenna Peter Mullen Pee Connolly D Brady T Brady Edie O Gorman returned a verdict in accordance with the evidence.

D Dwane son of DT Dwane former Postmaster Cavan is injured in battle while fighting for the United Nations in the Korean War. He describes how the Chinese go into battle roaring screaming and blowing loud bugles creating mayhem.

Frank Conlon sells his high class licensed premises ‘The Ritz Bar’ to Phil Gargan from Virginia for a sum in excess of £2,000.ConP Smith was the Auctioneer and Tom Fitzpatrick had carriage of sale.

While FW Swan sells his well known old established boot shop opposite the Farnham Hotel to Jack Allen for an undisclosed amount.

November 22nd 1952 Cavan Rugby team to play Carrickfergus in 1^st Round of Town’s Cup in Armagh M Donnelly Dessie Tweedy Edie Walllace P Downey Tom Cinnamond Bill Anderson Peter Storey P Scott Paddy Cooney Richard Black J Corrie George Maloney Captain Frank Lynott R White K Lynch. Subs to travel Gerry Kinsella Teddy McCormack Norman Cinnamond Des Dunne Leo Cosgrove M Donohoe P McGrath C Fay.

Sympathy is extended to Mr and Mrs J Miney Rossa Place on the death  of their son in law John Carney Merchant Mill House Bunclody County Wexford. He leaves a wife and young family.

November 29^th 1952 Father PJ Ruddy son of Phil and Mrs Ruddy Bridge Street is appointed Pastor in Saint Joseph’s Florida.

Death of Anna Carney College Street relict of Peter Carney. Funeral from the Cathedral to Killygarry Cemetery.

Death of Ellen (Nellie) Lynch Lake View. Originally from the Cock Hill. Father Joseph Hunt presided at the funeral from the Cathedral .

Death of Edward (Eddy) Smith Behey. Son of Peter Smith well known Licensed Vintner 59 Upper Main Street. Funeral from the Cathedral to Cullies Cemetery.

Cavan Boy Scouts hold their annual celebrity concert starring Mike Nolan well known Dublin comedian Albert Healy on the Accordion Monica Browne on the Saxaphone and Irish dancer Billy Jordan Guitarist and Yodeller and the McLaughlin Sisters on the harmonica.

JW Twoomey Pianist and founder member of the famous Savanah Band and employee of CIE for 15 years at Cavan Goods Station is made a presentation on the occasion of his promotion to a similar post in Glanmire Road Station Cork.

Archbishop Dalton of Armagh is appointed a Cardinal by Pope Pius XII. Will be consecrated along with 23 others at a Consistory in Rome on January 12^th 1953.This brings the numbers of the Sacred College to its maximum of 70 for the first time in 200 years. Cardinal Dalton becomes the 6^th Irish Cardinal after Cardinal Paul Cullen Dublin 1866 Edward McCabe Dublin 1882 Cardinal Michael Logue Armagh 1893 Cardinal Patrick O Donnell Armagh 1925 Cardinal Joseph McRory Armagh 1929. Cardinal Dalton is the first ever Connaught born Cardinal- born in Claremorris 69 years ago. Ordained in 1908.Noted Classical scholar he was Professor of Ancient Classics in Saint Patrick’s College Maynooth.President of Maynooth College from 1938 later appointed Bishop of Meath. Appointed Archbishop of Armagh in 1946 succeeding his great friend Cardinal McRory-he became the first Connaught man in 188 years to rule the Sea of Armagh. Recently honoured by Queens University with an Honary Doctorate becoming the first member ever of the Irish Hierarchy to receive the award from Queens University. He presided at the consecration of Cavan Cathedral on the 14^th September 1947.

Unexpected death of the legendary John Joe O Reilly on Friday night the 21^st November 1952 at the Curragh General Hospital after a short illness at the age of 34. The nation were shocked to hear the news of the death of John Joe on the 8 am Radio Eireann news as recent reports from the Hospital had indicated that he had rallied and would make a full recovery. Educated at the Derries National School Saint Patrick’s College and The Cadet Military Academy which he entered in 1937.John Joe was a member of the Cavan Senior team from 1937-1952 starring in 6 All Ireland Finals and playing a pivotal role behind the scenes in the winning of this year’s All Ireland by Cavan. He played his last game for Cavan at the opening of Breffni Park on June 8^th 1952 and unveiled a Memorial to his great half back colleague PJ Duke in Laragh Cemetery before leading out Cavan for the last time. He was commissioned in 1939 appointed Captain in 1942 and Commandant in 1945 attached to 3^rd Battalion 25^th Battalion Curragh Military College and Training Depot. His father John (The Horse) played for Cavan from 1908 while his brothers Tom (Big Tom) and Father Brian also won All Ireland medals with Cavan.He was perhaps Cavan’s greatest ever personality showing outstanding example and leadership. Tributes pour in from all over Ireland England and the USA with many people from the North and Donegal journeying to Killeshandra to pay their last respects. He was a figure of hope and courage in the face of oppression and persecution for the Nationalist population in the North where his photograph adorned many of their homes. His friend and colleague on the Ulster team Kevin Armstrong from Antrim says “ John Joe was perhaps the greatest all round player of his generation. His like will never be seen again” The Belfast News acclaims “John Joe as a naturally clever footballer tactician without a peer.His consistent genius as a Captain and team colleague would never be surpassed. He was the doyen of Gaelic football clean generous chivalrous and one who accepted defeat in the characteristic manner that befitted the supreme sportsman that he was “.The Anglo Celt proclaims John Joe as a “legend before he was 30 who could pluck victory from the jaws of defeat an outstanding example of leadership and sportsmanship.Removal took place to Saint Brigid’s Garrison Church The Curragh on Saturday evening with John Joe’s Army cap and sword on the coffin draped in the Tricolour the gun carriage and the Guard of honour of NCO s marching with reverse rifles each side of the gun carriage with the Army Number 3 Band under Lt D Mellerick playing solemn music including the Dead March. The remains were received by  Father PJ Boylan O F Reverend J McGurk. Also in attendance was Major General Liam Egan Chief of Staff Colonel J Lillis Assistant Chief of Staff Cmdt James Daly Parade Marshal. All hotels and catering establishments in the area booked out as huge crowds gathered on the route through Naas Dublin Navan Kells where the cortege stopped outside the Church Virginia and Cavan where thousands gathered at Breffni Park and the cortege over 2 mile long stopped with 1 minutes silence being observed by the huge crowd. Then the coffin draped in the Tricolour with the dead officers cap sword and gloves on top borne on a gun carriage for over 150 miles began to make its final journey to Killeshandra where people from all over Ireland but particularly Ulster gathered to pay their last respects to a man who was known and respected in every household in the country. The Army Number 3 Band and Officers with reverse rifles escorted the Gun Carriage through the crowded streets where many of the natives sobbed and cried in grief. Arriving at Saint Brigid’s Church the coffin was borne into the Church by a party of NCOs and received by Rev P Boylan Senior Chaplain the Curragh Very Rev P Canon Smith PP VF Killeshandra Very Rev P Comiskey PP Kilmore and Rev J J Donohoe CC Killeshandra.After a short Service the remains were bone from the Church to the grave by members of the Cavan All Ireland winning team where Father Boylan recited the prayers at the graveside. The firing party under Lieut J Clarke Army Training Depot the Curragh fired 3 volleys and the Last Post and Reveille were then sounded. Nine wreaths were laid on the grave The chief mourners were widow Olive O Reilly sons Breffni and Brian daughters Sarah and Alval parents John and Sarah O Reilly Derries Upper brothers Rev Brian Jersey City USA Michael Thomas (Big Tom) Vincent Frank Seamus sisters Mrs M Fox Mrs E O Dowd Mrs M McLoughlin Mrs K Matthews Mrs J Brady and Miss Anna O Reilly Mr and Mrs J Quane Virginia parents in law. Brothers in law John C OP Dowd Killeshandra Robert McLoughlin Ardee John Fox New York Seamus Brady London Peter Matthews London Uncles listed are Michael O Reilly Drumcoghill Peter O Reilly Marahill Frank O Reilly Church Street Cavan Packie Joe O Reilly Farnaser Aunts Mrs Phair Mrs Plunkett and Mrs J Cullen. Among the dignitaries in attendance was Paddy Smith Minister for Local Government and Jack Lynch Parliamentary Secretary to the Government. Sean O Siochain representing the Central Council of the GAA said  that “ John Joe O Reilly stood for all that was finest on and off the GAA field” while Captain Con Sullivan fellow Irish Army officer said that “John Joe O Reilly was a great soldier respected by the men and loved by all “Throughout the land at all GAA games the Tricolour flew at half mast and 2 minutes silence was observed.

 John Joe O Reilly was born in 1918 son oh John and Sarah Anne O Reilly Derries Upper in the Parish of Kilmore.His father was an outstanding goalkeeper for Cavan winning 4 Ulster Senior Championship medals. Educated at the local National School and Saint Patrick’s College where he won 3 McRory Cup medals in 1935 1936 and 1937.Won his 1^st Ulster Senior medal in 1937 when he later played on the Cavan team who were harshly beaten in the All Ireland Final by Kerry. Starred in the All Ireland Final of 1943 against Roscommon which Cavan again lost in a Replay. He ws again on the beaten side when Cavan ‘gifted’ the All Ireland title to Cork in 1945.John Joe was a great sportsman where victory and defeat were treated in the same manner but hard lessons were learned which were later to stand John Joe and Cavan in good stead. On the 17^th March 1942 Ulster captained by John Joe won the Railway Cup for the first time beating a Munster team of 14 Kerrymen and Cork’s Eamonn Young by 1-10 to 1-5.Captain again in 1943 when Ulster retained the Railway Cup beating Leinster 3-7 to 2-9.In 1946 John Joe succeeded Big Tom as Captain of the Cavan team winning the All Ireland at the Polo Grounds New York in 1947 retaining the title against Mayo in 1948 and annexing Cavan’s first and only National League title in 1948.He was Captain again when Cavan were surprisingly beaten by Meath in the 1949 Final but was first to congratulate the Royal county men on winning their first title. Played a pivotal role behind the scenes with Hughie Reilly in winning Cavan’s 5^th All Ireland title again after a replay against Meath in October 1952.In all John Joe won 2 All Ireland Senior medals 1947 and 1948 11 Ulster Senior medals 1937 1939 1940 1941 1942 1943 1944 1945 1947 1948 1949 4 Railway Cup medals 1942 1943 1947 and 1950 3 McRory Cup medals with Saint Patrick’s College 1935 1936 and 1937.John Joe O Reilly received the ultimate accolade of greatness when he was named on the GAA team of the Century at Centre Half Back with a postage stamp issued in his honour. May Cavan and Ulster’s greatest son Rest in Peace.

November 29th 1952  Carrickfergus beat Cavan 23-3 in the Ulster Junior Cup in Carrickfergus. Cavan with a much changed team put up a much better show against the same opposition in the Ulster Provincial Cup in Armagh only going down by 3-0 the following Saturday when Cavan missed 3 easy penalties and Carrickfergus scored their try after 25 minutes of the 1^st half. Bill Anderson Ed Cinnamond and scrum half Scott were outstanding and always threatened danger to the Carrickfergus line.Dessie Tweedy Cooney and George Maloney were the pick of the forwards.

December 6th 1952 Breffni Park Draw 1^st M Donohoe Butlersbridge 2^nd £5 Vera Gilchrest Main Street 3^rd £2 Joe Duffy Saint Phelim’s Place.£1 each Mrs Tierney Technical School John Mulligan Church Street and Patrick Reilly Cullies.

Death of Elizabeth McGurk from Kelly’s Terrace at an advanced age. She was daughter of Mr and Mrs Tom McGurk.Survived by her brother sisters relatives and friends. The family have been engaged in the building trade as masons and block layers for over 100 years and are related to the Smyth family of the Courthouse. She was a cousin of Mick McGurk who starred in Cavan’s 1^st All Ireland against Commercials Dublin in 1891. Funeral from the cathedral to Cullies cemetery.

Dr Joseph P McMullin is elected a fellow of the College of Surgeons after excelling in his final exams at the College. He is son of Joseph  former County Surgeon Cavan and now Stillorgan.

Bridge AGM 1952  Chairman Surgeon Bertie Cullen Secretary Rev Sean O Reilly Saint Patrick’s College Treasurer Dermot Morgan. Committee Professor Billy Browne and Doctor J A Craig. There are now 42 members attached to the Club.

Death of James McMahon Breffni Terrace at an advanced age. A veteran of World War 1 where he sustained a leg wound which qualified him for pension. Sympathy is extended to the McMahon family by Cavan Labour Band. Funeral of very large dimensions from the Cathedral to Cullies cemetery.

Lily Hicks Emmett Place wins 1^st place in the Islington Gaelic League Feis in the Jig Reel and Hornpipe section. She is a pupil of Bella Power’s Coleman Road and daughter of Mr and Mrs Patrick Hicks River Street. Lily has won several competitions at Feis in Belturbet Ballyjamesduff and Wattlebridge.

December 13th 1952 Butlersbridge will play Cootehill in next Sunday’s Junior Football Championship Final in Breffni Park. Team Peter Keaveney Oliver Ready Sean O Hare John P Burns Patsy Browne Aidan Smith Pat Fitzpatrick Gerry Fitzpatrick Mick Foynes Tommy Browne Captain Sean Browne Con Smith Brian Browne Brendan Dunne and Ken Browne.

Untimely death of well known golfer and badminton player Walter Lambert Saint Phelim’s Place. A native of Wexford Walter came to Cavan with the Irish Army and was an outstanding member of the Pavilion and County Cavan Golf Club. Survived by his wife Mary (Nee Carroll) son Des daughter Gay brother and relatives. Father James J O Reilly presided at the funeral from the Cathedral to Killygarry.

Death of Madge Cusack Nee Conaty very well known Camogie player she won 10 County Championship medals with Killygarry and 2 Ulster Senior medals with Cavan in 1941 and 1942. Father James J O Reilly Adm officiated at the funeral from the Cathedral rto Killygarry.

Sympathy is extended to Garda William Bergin on the death of his wife who was an extremely popular and very religious resident. Father Jimmy O Reilly Adm officiated at the funeral from the Cathedral to Dundrum County Tipperary.

Death of George Clarke Farnham Street at the age of 75.Deputy Acting County Registrar and Principal in Cavan Crown Peace Office. He was a brother of Henry Clark clerk to Cavan Petty Sessions and David Clark Deputy County Registrar Leitrim. Venerable Archdeacon Shire officiated at the funeral to the New cemetery.

Death of Miss McNamara daughter of J McNamara formerly of Cavan Station. All the family were in the tailoring trade for over 100 years.Funeral from the Cathedral to Cullies.

Death of Robert McCabe Behey.Outstanding farmer he was very familiar with all the latest developments and was a great source of help and assistance to his neighbours. Uncle of Father Bob McCabe Saint Patrick’s College. Father Jimmy O Reilly officiated at the funeral from the Cathedral to Cullies cemetery.

December 20th 1952  County Cavan Golf Club AGM President John F O Hanlon Captain Jim Leonard Secretary Dermot Morgan Assistant Secretary JP O Connell Treasurer H Clark Committee Louis Blessing T Brady Dr BT Cullen Tom Fitzpatrick Bob Henderson Sonny Magee ET O Hanlon Jim Rafter an Dr FPE Smith. Winners during 1952 President’s Dr Smith and Mrs Galligan Captain’s Prize John Marron Members Cup K Henry Dr Cullen Cup Dr Sean O Reilly Farnham Cup Dermot Morgan O Hanlon Cup Thomas Donlon Ladies Section 1952 President’s Prize Mrs E McDonagh Captain’s Kathleen Morgan Senior Cup Joan O Hanlon Junior Cup Miss Carmel McDonald Committee Prize and Granard Cup Joan O Hanlon.

December 27th 1952 Death of Margaret Fitzpatrick 8 Saint Bridget’s Terrace wife of Thomas Fitzpatrick. Survived by her husband brother sister. Funeral from the Cathedral to Cullies cemetery.

January 3^rd 1953 Great welcome home for an Taoiseach Eamonn De Velera at Dublin Airport after 4 months in Utrecht Clinic for eye surgery. Walked down the steps from plane unaided to be greeted by the President Sean T O Kelly and Sean Lemass Minister for Industry and Commerce and members of his family. Accompanied by his son Dr Eamonn De Velera he was greeted by his family led by Vivion De Velera.Linked to VIP Lounge by Sean Lemass Mr De Velera was greeted by thousands of people delighted to see him home for Christmas after surgery to reattach a retina in his eye. Greeted by The Primate of All Ireland Bishop John Charles McQuaid and the Papal Nuncio Dr O Hara.Special welcome for his grandchildren before being whisked home for Christmas.

January 3^rd 1953 The latest Census shows that the population of Ireland has declined by over 3 ½ million since 1841 .Worrying drop in the number of females to 1,453,996 drop of 6,234 as compared to 1,506,597 males an increase of 11,720 since the last Census in 1946..Big increase in population in Dublin and Leinster while Connaught and Ulster continues to fall. The population of Cavan was down 5.9 from 1946 to 66,377.

Death of Edward (Ned) Clancy Clonogonnell Cavan. Survived by his sons daughters brother relatives and friends.

Death of Elizabeth Leinster Farnham Cavan relict of George. Funeral from Kilmore Cathedral to Kilmore cemetery.

Death of Lt General Colonel John P Murphy Officer Commanding the 12^th Infantry Sarsfield Barrack Limerick at the age of 54. Native of Killeshandra he was an outstanding footballer with both Cavan and Cornafean.Only recently attended the funeral of his first cousin John Joe O Reilly in Killeshandra.Played with Cavan for 17 years he then took a leading part in preparing Cavan teams for big games. Later played with Kildare and Dublin. Funeral from Garrison Church Sarsfield Barracks to Graignemanagh County Kilkenny.Rev J Phair OMI brother was the Chief Celebrant. Survived by his wife Mary mother Mrs MA Phair brothers Rev James Phair OMI Joseph Phair Packy Phair B Phair Miss M Phair Mrs A Bradley Mrs B McCormick.

RS Black and Joe McGovern take turns at playing the main role of Santa at Cavan Christmas Tree where over 400 children received gifts from the great man himself. The Committee return thanks to the Scoutmaster John Donohoe for the scouts who stewarded Brother Augustine De La Salle for Carol singing by the school choir Paddy Elliott who erected the tree and Mick Smyth who lit the tree with coloured lamps. Christmas passed off peacefully with the shops doing a brisk trade on Christmas Eve. Weather very cold with 6 inches of snow falling on the 3^rd day. Wren Boys and Girls very numerous but no Mummers on Saint Stephen’s’ Day`.

Una Baxter daughter of Senator PF Baxter and Mrs Baxter Saint Aidans Cavan weds Dr BJ O Reilly Blackrock at University Church Stephen’s Green Dublin Rev W Deasy assisted by Fathers Patrick Gaffney Saint Patrick’s College and Father Joe Dolan cousin of the Bride.

Death of Agnes Casey 12 Dean Swift Green Ballymun.Her father was Patrick McManus former Chairman of Cavan County Council who carried on an extensive business in Lower Main Street. Survived by her son Diarmuid daughters Deidre and Marine. She was sister of Rev Vincent McManus CSSR Mrs MJ Mullane Dublin Mrs M Cosgrove late of Granard and the late Drs Austin Francis and Tom McManus in London M/S Hal and Louis McManus Mrs Matt Cullen Stradone.Funeral to Glasnevin cemetery.

January 10th 1953 Death of Annie Mullery wife of Patrick Mullery College Street after a long illness borne with courage and fortitude. She as a member of the McConville family and is survived by her husband Patrick and sons Patrick and Joseph College Street. Capacity attendance at the Requiem Mass and funeral from the Cathedral to Cullies cemetery.

1952 was the driest year since 1941 with 33.90 inches fell as against 32.60 in 1941.In December 4.07 inches fell with the 18^th being the wettest day when .61 inches fell. There was rainfall on 195 days in 1952.

Maura McEntee Nee PA Smyth stars in the title role of Robinson Crusoe belting out all the favourites with her immaculate contralto voice in the Pavilion’s 5h Annual Christmas Pantomime plating to capacity attendances in the Town Hall. Do Do O Hagan was Polly Nayer Eileen McCarren played Jack Vera Brady (Sherlock) played Betty Sonny Magee and Frank Lynott outstanding as Bob and Billy Crusoe Michael Walsh was Captain Cockles Jack Binchey played the Pirate King Frank Brady was Baron Colger Swabber the Mate was Kieran Breen Coral Queen was Joan O Hanlon who performed a beautiful ballet sequence Neptune was Noel Mullen Man Friday the faithful servant was played by Pat McGrath. Taps Maura McGilly M Connolly T Duffy R McCabe B McCabe Valerie McCarren.Ladies Chorus Ms Eileen Gear Maura Mannion Helen McCarren Sile O Reilly Mary O Reilly Ethna McDonnell Kitty McDonnell Carmel McDonald Kitty Donohoe Kathleen Donohoe K Smith Eileen Connolly and Ann Sherlock.Mens Chorus Brendan Jenkins JJ McGuiness M Donnelly M O Reilly John Joe O Reilly E O Reilly P O Reilly Musical Director was Maisie Magee Orchestra GV Maloney Junior Louis Mallon Jack Reilly D McGauran J P Smith Stan Mullery Stage Dinny Whelan Jim Scanlon R Kerrigan Sets Painted by Jim Scanlon were a masterpiece of art and craft. Lighting by Strand Electric operated by Matty Hand Wardrobe Maureen Hand  Annie Brady Jack Poyntz Amplification by Smyth’s 60 Main Street.

January 17^th 1953 Festive Season at Lisdarn sees Mrs Halpin Ford Lodge arrive as usual with a present for each patient some days before the Festival. While on Christmas Day Frank Conlon makes his annual visit with gifts for all and spreads a lot of cheer and happiness with his craic and banter. The Golf Club also sent a Hamper while Sergeant Joe Murray gave his usual film show on Saint Stephen’s Day to the delight of the patients.

Cavan Rugby Club play hosts to Wanderers 3^rd team with a 3-3 result being a fair reflection of a close contest. Bill Anderson had the Cavan try after 15 minutes with Lynch adding the points from the conversion. Cavan were totally on top in the first half and should have stretched their advantage but Wanderers finished the stronger team drawing level with 10 minutes of the game remaining when the Wanderers out half sold a few great dummies to touch down under the posts. Tweedy and Anderson were always dangerous for Cavan and Lynch and Scott were the pick of the forward division.

January 24^th 1953 Tenants appointed for the new houses in Tullac Mongan Edward Kinsella College View Jim Sexton Saint Aidans Terrace James Murphy Breffni Terrace Tommy Lynch Lakeview Francis Murray Saint Aidans John Cassidy River Street J Taaffe River Street Tommy Meehan Wolfe Tone Street J Keyes Mitchell Street Mary O Hagan Mitchell Street Jimmy Carmichael Mitchell Street John Carmichael Mitchell Street Joseph Allen Mitchell Street Mary Keyes Mitchell Street P Reilly Mitchell Street J Murray Mitchell Street John McCafrey Mitchell Street Patrick Eaton River Street J Murray Mill Rock P Reilly Tullymongan M McEntee Fairgreen K Buckley Wolfe Tone Street John Keoghan Jubilee Terrace Seamus Fay Owen Roe Tommy Smith Saint Brigid’s Terrace J Kelly Saint Brigids Terrace Michael Donohoe Saint Brigids PJ Lee Saint Brigids Terrace Dominick Johnstone Saint Brigids Terrace M Gumley Saint Brigids Terrace Joe Farrelly Saint Brigids Terrace T Donegan Saint Brigids Terrace P Murphy Lakeview Hughie Smith Railway Road M Woods College Street Mrs M Quinn Mitchell Street and M Farrelly Oldtown.

John Joe O Reilly Memorial Fund set up by Cavan County Board to aid the widow and children of the late Cmdt John Joe O Reilly.

Hubert Duffy son of Mrs Duffy and Paddy Post Office is awarded a Department of Education Scholarship to UCD as a result of achieving 7 honours in the Leaving Certificate.

Death of Dr Michael A Tony Coleman in Manchester. Native of Ballintemple County Cork. He was House Surgeon in Lisdarn and The Surgical before emigrating to Manchester.

January 31^st 1953 Among the distinguished guests at the 1^st Dublin Saint Patrick College Past Pupils Union Dinner Dance at the Portmarnock Hotel are The Lord Mayor of Dublin, Patrick McNiffe President Saint Patrick’s College. The Cabaret was supplied by the Theatre Royal stars Cecil Sheridan Mickser Reid Peggy Dell Noel Purcell and Jack Cruise. The Chairman of the Union is PP Galligan Secretary J Burns O Reilly Treasurers J McDonald and Malachy Lynch.

Gorman’s Number 23 Main Street is withdrawn from auction after the Auctioneer Con P Smith received only 1 bid of £1,000 for the premises which are opposite the County Cavan Stores. Number 22 was not offered in the sale.

Tommy Lynch is the hero of the hour as he stops a runaway horse on the main Cootehill Road at Drumalee GFC grounds. The owner James McCabe of Lisryan had a narrow escape when the wheels of the cart collapsed.

Bridge Winners at Cavan Bridge Club are Dr Bertie Cullen and Tommy McDonald.

February 7th 1953 Cavan Urban Council decide to buy the official coat of arms of the town from the Chief Herald Genealogical Office Dublin at a cost of £13.

Funeral of Mother Abbess the Vicaress of the Poor Clare Convent.  Bishop Austin Quinn presided and the chief celebrant of the funeral Mass Rev A Mulvey CC Saint Eugene’s Derry cousin of the deceased while Father Jimmy O Reilly Adm was MC.

Outcry over the demotion of Johnny Cusack to the Ulster subs’ bench for the Railway Cup Semi Final against Munster in Croke Park. Cavan the All Ireland Champions have 7 players on the Selection Seamus Morris Phil Brady James McCabe Liam Maguire Victor Sherlock Mick Higgins and Tony Tighe. Johnny Cusack was the star in Cavan’s 2-8 to 0-9 win over the Rest of Ulster trial in Breffni Park where there was an attendance of 3,500 with the gate £371 going to the John Joe O Reilly Memorial Fund.

Death of Elizabeth Slack 27 Main Street .Relict of T Slack a  native of Finea and ex Sergeant in the RIC.Father Joseph Hunt officiated at the funeral from the Cathedral to Castletown Finea cemetery.

Sudden death of John Mulligan Shoemaker Church Street (opposite the Surgical).Native of Belfast John was a very skilled craftsman and enjoyed an excellent trade. He was a very active member of the Saint Vincent De Paul. Father James J O Reilly officiated at the funeral from the Cathedral to Cullies cemetery.

Sudden death of the well known highly respected Tom Donohoe Merchant Upper Main Street on Monday morning. He attended Mass with his wife Bee on Sunday and was in his usual good form. Very successful business man he enjoyed wide popularity in his Bar/Grocery trade and was deservedly popular with all in the Community. He was brother in law of Canon Tom McCormick PP Wales and May Monahan Main Street. Survived by his wife Bee. Father Jimmy O Reilly Adm officiated at the funeral from the Cathedral to Killygarry.

Saint Vincent De Paul Church Gate Collection this Sunday. They have spent £504-16-10 in the last 12 months tending to the poor needy and destitute with food and clothing in the Cavan area. Their income was only £315 and £150 from a benefactor’s will and all donations are gratefully received.

Bridge John M Breen and Kieran Breen.

Tullyar the Agha Khan’s Epsom Derby winner is purchased by the National Stud for the record sum of £250,000 and will stand at the Tully Stud in county Kildare.

February 14th 1953 Breffni Park Draw 1^st £20 Mrs Tumulty Pullabawn 2^nd £5 Joe O Rourke Saint Phelim’s Place 3^rd K Carroll Creighan Terrace £1 each John Saddler GNR Cavan P Green Swellan and Peter Rooney Fairtown.Draw 11^th February 1^st James Murray Breffni Terrace 2^nd £5 Jack Gray Farnham 3^rd £2 Norman Breslin 23 Coleman Road £1 each to Mrs Rose Brady Tullyco Molly Reilly Cullies and John Kemp Ballyhaise.

Irish Red Cross Society 1953 Chairman Father Jimmy O Reilly Vice Chairman William Browne Treasurer M O Rourke Secretary G Hamilton Committee Ms Eileen Maloney Frances Flood Kathleen Lunn Bridie Galligan Molly Finnegan and Mary McCabe M/S Kevin Johnston J Gauthier M McNamara J Scott and E Conaty.

February 21^st 1958 CYMS AGM in Temperance Hall Reverend Chairman Father Jimmy O Reilly Chairman Gerry Lovett Vice Chairman John Weston Secretary Aidan Madden Treasurer Mick Fox Committee Mattie Corcoran Patsy McConnell Hughie Smith and Eugene Monahan. The meticulously prepared statement of accounts by the Treasurer Mick Fox showed that the CYMS were in credit to the tune of £46.The Reverend Chairman deplored the lack of support from the young men of the Parish and appealed to the membership to go out and recruit as many new members as possible.

Death of Philip Young Main Street ex RIC Sergeant and a native of Billis Cavan.He served in Tipperary and Derry and was a  most popular resident and official. Father Byrne officiated at the Funeral from the Cathedral to Cullies.

Sudden and untimely death of William Kelly after only six weeks in Leeds England. Formerly a mechanic with Smith’s Garage. He is survived by his parents brothers and sisters.

Cavan have 8 players on the Railway Cup team to play Munster in the Railway Cup replay at Croke Park. Pat Carolan is included in the subs while Johnny Cusack makes his long awaited debut after showing scintillating form this year.

February 28^th 1953 20,200 see Munster beat Ulster 1-12 to 2-7 in a classic Railway Cup Semi Final at Croke Park. Ulster led by 1-3 to 0-5 at half time.

Rents at the new houses in Tullac Mongan range from as high as £1-0-2 to 4/9 per week. They contain 3 spacious bedrooms Kitchenette bathroom large sitting room and an extensive back garden at the rear. 26 out of the 34 houses are now occupied.

Ita Walsh formerly Church Street marries William Smith Sorrento Terrace Dalkey County Dublin. She is daughter of the late TK Walsh Anglo Celt and Mrs Walsh.

Rose Aghasiere daughter of a Nigerian Chief is the first African girl to enter an Irish novitiate at Killeshandra House  home of the Sisters of The Most Holy Rosary. The Sisters have been working in Africa for over 23 years and started their missionary work in Southern Nigeria.

Breffni Park Draw 1^st Reverend PJ Gargan Saint Patrick’s College 2^nd £5 Mrs O Callaghan Butlersbridge £1 each to Raymond Brady Main Street and Willie Scott Moynehall.

Brilliant Tostal Show by the Girls Club in a packed to capacity Town Hall. Cast Collette Brady Carmel Carroll Betty Carroll Rita Fay Pauline Cosgrove Pauline Clerkin Joan McCarville Margaret McCarville Sue Higgins Kathleen Higgins Eileen Smith Nancy O Neill Joan O Neill Chrissie McNamara Teresa Gray May Sheridan Ann Maguire Peggy Moore Kathleen O Donnell Eileen Farrell Marie Simpson Ina Moore AnnaWoods Mary Plunkett Bridie McDermott Mary Fitzpatrick Poppy Kinsella Vera O Rourke Erin Kirby Pam Clarke Eileen Woods. Bishop Austin Quinn was in attendance both Thursday and Sunday night when the star of the show was Pauline Clerkin in ‘The Trimmins of the Rosary’ which brought a tear to many in the audience. Costumes were by Ging and Company Dublin Lighting Strand Electric Producer Sarah Cullen Orchestra Maura McGilly George Maloney Stan Mullery and Frank Fox. Sketches included ‘Ireland at Home’ welcoming back recently created Cardinal Dalton to Ireland and Armagh.

March 7^th 1953 Olive O Reilly and family widow of the late Cmdt John Joe O Reilly Cavan All Ireland footballer buys James Boles premises in Town Hall Street and will open for trading on Friday March 9^th 1953 stocking cigarettes fruit sweet ice cream stationary and fancy goods.

Death of Mrs M Keaney wife of John Keaney Postman Crubany.Father Malachy Byrne officiated at the large funeral from the Cathedral to Killygarry.

Paddy Lee Cavan Harps and Butcher in Hickey’s scores on the double when moving into his new house in 6 Tullac Mongan when his wife Nancy gives birth to a bouncing baby boy on their first night resident in the house.

Death of Brigid Keaveney wife of H Keaveney ex NT and late of Garrylough Ballinamore. Funeral from the Cathedral to Ballinamore cemetery.

Cavan Rugby team beat Portadown 11-6 in a titanic battle at the Royal School Grounds. Tries from Cinnamond White and McGregor with one converted by Meade. Cavan now entertain Dungannon on Saturday next.

March 14th 1953 Death of Russian Dictator and Tyrant Joseph Stalin. Within 24 hours he is replaced as Russian President by 51 year old George Milenkov Secretary of the Central Committee of the Communist Party and Soviet Vice Premier. Millions of Russians queue to see Stalin’s body lying in State in the House of Union Museum in Moscow. Pope Pius X11 prays in private quarters for “the great persecutor mercifully dead”!

Tom McConville presides at meeting of the Angling Club who are holding 2 competitions during an Tostal a trout fishing competition and a pike fishing competition on the River Annalee.Weigh in for the trout competition is in Johnny Donohoe’s from 8 pm on Saint Patrick’s Day-fish must be 9 inches or more.

Tony Brady son of Mrs Brady Drapers Main Street and the late Johnny Brady qualifies as a Dentist (LDS) at the College of Surgeons Dublin.

Death of Mrs Farrelly Mons Terrace wife of Patrick Farrelly. Father Charles Cartwright officiated at the funeral from the Cathedral to Cullies.

Bridge Club N/S Mr Mansfield and Mr Moynihan E/W Mr McDonald and Mrs Arnold.

An Tostal Committee Cavan Chairman Mary E Brady Cavan UDC M/S PE Flynn G Halton Brendan Jenkins Sean Magee UDC Joe McGovern UDC MJ Galligan and Eddie J Brady Town Clerk and An Tostal Secretary. An Tostal will take place throughout the nation from the 16^th-22^nd of April 1953.

Dr J A Craig Medical Officer Cavan County Council since 1946 is appointed to a similar position in Drogheda. Dr MA Cooney has been appointed Acting County MOH.

March 21^st 1953 Kathleen Smyth launches Hoover Clean Up Week at Smyth’s Electrical 60 Main Street offering demonstrations of the new range of Hoover cleaners from £14-14-0 (14 guineas) to £22-50.

Death of the legendary James Gough 4 Church Street. Famous for his hospitality and attention to detail. He was originally a farmer in West Cavan buying the public house in Church Street of former County Council Chairman Dan Reilly in 1933 when he opened for business in ‘Our House’. Married to Margaret (Nee Brady) Tullyco House Cavan he is survived by his son Hugh and daughter Ita. Capacity crowd a t the funeral from the Cathedral to Killygarry cemetery where Father Malachy Byrne officiated.

Gala Boxing Tournament in packed animated Town Hall. Jim Brady Ballymote beat Seamus McCormack Cavan Eddie Johnston FCA beat P Fennell Carrickmacross George Leddy Castleblayney beat Leo Ronan FCA Pee Connolly FCA beat P Reilly Cornafean George Maloney FCA beat P McGeough Castleblayney M Duffy Castleblayney beat Hughie Murray Irish Army Paddy McGloughlin FCA beat Brendan Agnew CBSI J Kirby Cavan beat P McCarron Clones. Sean Spider Donohoe beat A Brady Ballymote. Donohoe unleashed a barrage of punches to stop his opponent in Round 2.The most popular winner of the night was Cruiserwght Charlie Moore FCA who beat J Moriarity Carrickmacross.Tommy Duignan beat P Keenan Carrickmacross when he unleashed combinations to knock out his opponent in Round 2.Cruiserweight Dessie McSherry despite a storming last round was beaten by Monaghan Champion W Loughran.The Judges were John Donohoe Scoutmaster P O Keeffe JS Love Carrickmacross The Timekeeper was Lt Jim Scanlon and Garda Inspector Gillespie was MC.

Breffni Park Draw 1^st £20 Frank McConnell Ashe Street 2^nd £5 Pat Gumley Tullymongan 3^rd £2 Peter Mullen Coleman Road Promoter’s Prize Mick Foynes Butlersbridge.

March 28^th 1953 New house being built for County Surgeon at Church Street. The Contractor is Mr Flanagan Newtowngore County Leitrim.

Death of W Nolan well known painter and decorator Wolfe Tone Street. The family were in the painting business for over 100 years. Son of Stephen Nolan and brother of Fred also  a painter and decorator who died 2 years ago. Funeral from Cavan Parish Church to Kilmore cemetery.

Queen Mary 81 year old grandmother of  Queen Elizabeth of England who will be crowned on June 2nd dies in London. News of her death was announced by the Prime Minister Winston Churchill. She will be laid to rest beside her husband George V in Saint George’s Chapel Windsor.

April 4^th 1953 Tom McKenna’s 34-36 Main Street and 20 Oliver Plunkett Street have Tostal and Luminous ties at 7/6.

8^th Annual Drama Festival The Open Section was won by Newry Abbey Players with ‘Juno and The Peacock’. Hugh Lee Confined Trophy won by Irish Shoe Supplies Dramatic Group from Belturbet (Confined to Cavan) ‘The Money Doesn’t Matter’ AOH Cup for Rural Groups Moonlight Players Castletara ‘Passing Day’ Best Actress Ethel Fitzpatrick Newry Best Actor Tom McLoughlin CBPPU Armagh. There were entries from 9 counties and 3 Provinces with 16 plays in English and 10 in Irish.

Dickey Mullery and W Burns Pavilion Club win Class 2 Midland Divisional Final at the Garda Depot Phoenix Park beating DR Meyer and T Brennan 15-11 15-4 in the Final.

An Tostal opens on Easter Sunday and will run for 10 days. Events locally organised include Drama Rugby Golf Fancy Dress Clay Pigeon Shoot Tennis Angling. There are no GAA items listed.

Aril 11^th 1953 President Sean T O Kelly opens An Tostal in Dublin. Festivities will take place in every county in the country .

Breffni Park Draw among the winners this week are 2^nd £5 J Rogers Pearse Street 3^rd £2 H Hunt The Nook Farnham Street.

Malachy Sweenet Ceilidhe Band make their first Cavan appearance at the An Tostal Ceilidhe in the Town Hall.

Vera Brady Town Hall Street and Victor Sherlock well known Cavan All Ireland footballer are made a presentation on the occasion of their forthcoming marriage by Cavan Pavilion Club of which Vera was an eminent member.

Sympathy is extended to Honourable Barry Maxwell heir to the Farnham Estate on the  death of his mother Mrs R Hobbs. Mrs Hobbs was married to The Hon Somerset A Maxwell who was killed in action in 1942 during World War 2 and later remarried.

April 25^th 1953 Annual Mission for the women of the Parish opens in the Cathedral with sessions morning and night. The officiating clergy are Fr Courtney OP and Rev Father McCourt OP.

Sympathy is extended to Tom and Ina hickey on the death of their infant son Tom.

Death of Mary More College Street relict of John Moore Licensed Vintner Kelly’s Terrace (McGinnity’s). She was mother of Father John Moore Borough England and Patrick N McCoppin Belfast. She was an exemplary Catholic of charitable disposition. Funeral from the Cathedral to Killygarry cemetery.

Paddy Jenkins and Charlie Coyle involved in serious motor bike accident at Drumalee.The driver Paddy Jenkins was later discharged from Cavan Surgical Hospital but Charlie Coyle is detained with head injuries not thought to be life threatening.

Death of Kathleen Crowe wife of Tom Crowe Butcher Bridge Street at the residence of her mother Mrs O Rourke College Street. Father Jimmy O Reilly Adm officiated at the funeral from the Cathedral to Cullies.

Rev Paraic McCormac celebrates his 1^st Mass on Easter Monday in Saint Phelim’s Church Ballinagh.He was assisted by his only brother Father Tom McCormac and uncle Father McCormac. Father Paraic was ordained to the priesthood at Saint Patrick’s College Kiltegan on Easter Sunday and will minister in the Diocese of Calabar Southern Nigeria.

May 2^nd 1953 The Archbishop of Dublin and Primate of All Ireland John Charles McQuaid announces that Catholics may eat meat on May 1^st –a public holiday throughout Europe with shops closed for the sale of fish.

Tony Vera and Gertie Farrell star in the An Tostal; Concert in the Town Hall. Sean Maguire was the accompanist on the fiddle while the trio danced jigs reels and hornpipes to the appreciative capacity attendance. Sean Maguire later premiered Dr Brian Galligan’s new composition Breffni Hills. Young actors Michael Cooke Paddy Woods Jimmy McGirr and Sean Donlon were given a rapturous reception for their portrayal of An Tostal play. Noreen Madden and Brother Luke sang a couple of Irish favourites to the delight of the audience who gave them a standing ovation. The De La Salle Choir under Brother Augustine Superior gave a delightful recital of Irish favourites including ‘The Bells of Shandon’ ‘The Banks of My Own Lovely Lee’ and ‘Come Back Paddy Reilly to Ballyjamesduff’. Choir Tony Doyle John Burke Eamonn Cooke Jerome Casey Pat McDermott PJ McDermott Fergie Moore Val McGovern Gus Clail Eamonn Gaffney Eamonn McGovern Andrew Casey Richard Clarke Joe Connolly JJ Connolly John Craig Kieran Cullivan  Tomas Donlon Hugo Cafferty Emmanuel Kennedy Brian Smith Dessie Maguire J McDermott M Donohoe Paddy Duffy. Superintendent Joe Murray was Compere and Dr Brian Galligan produced the magnificent show.

Dublin surprisingly beat All Ireland Champions Cavan 4-6 to 0-9  to win their first ever National League crown with 13 Saint Vincent’s players at Croke Park. Leading Cavan a merry dance in the first 12 minutes when Dublin led by 3-1 to Cavan’s solitary point.

Death of James Sheridan ex Postman. Brought the mail from Cavan Post Office to Crosskeys Post Office on foot each day. Subject of many robberies during the Troubles particularly on Fridays when carrying the old age pension for the Crosskeys area. Member of the early Slashers teams among his team mates was the famous Mick McGurk.Never missed a game in Breffni Park and took great pride in the success of the Cavan team. Father Charles Cartwright officiated at the funeral from the Cathedral to Ballyjamesduff.

Cavan Presbyterian Church honour John Bennett College Street their Sexton for 50 years with a presentation of a wallet of notes by Mrs Elliott the Rev McDowell and Miss McDowell the only remaining members of the Church from 50 years ago.

Thomas Hart spending a holiday with his sister Mrs Frances Flood Bridge Street and brother Jimmy Meehan Military Row after 40 years in the USA. He was employed as a mechanic with Dodge Motors.

Ulster and Leinster play a draw in thrilling exhibition of rugby at An Tostal celebration at the Royal School grounds. The game ended 4 goals 4 tries=32 points to Leinster against 4 goals 2 tries and 2 penalty goals to Ulster =32 points. George Norton was a most efficient referee.

May 9th 1953 Willie O Hanlon Tommy Donohoe Dr E McQuaid Virginia are the stars of the An Tostal Clay Bird Shooting. The Open was won by Monaghan sharpshooter D McCaldin with Willie O Hanlon 2^nd and winner of the Confined Handicap while Tommy Donohoe won the Open Handicap where there were 46 entries.

Beautiful old custom of strewing flowers at the entry to homes in all the terraces Emmett Place College Street Wolfe Tone Street etc.Profusion of primroses violets furze and hawthorn bushes scattered in welcome to the Blessed Virgin Mary on May Eve.

Death of Patrick Flood Farmer Tullyco in his 85^th year. He was father of Father Patrick Flood Chaplain to US Air Force  now stationed in Germany and is survived by his sons daughters and other relatives. Father Charles Cartwright officiated at the funeral from the Cathedral to Ballinagh cemetery.

Presentation to Mrs JF McCabe recently married and now compulsory retired from her position as Public Health Nurse. Presentation was made by Dr MA Cooneyy CMO also present were Michael J Smith Secretary Cavan County Council who thanked Mrs McCabe for her sterling work on behalf of the sick and house bound in the Community.

Willie Doonan is the only representative from Cavan town and will line out at right full back with Cavan Juniors against Down in the 1^st Round of the Ulster Championship at Breffni Park next Sunday.

May 16^th 1953 Rosary Rally in the Cathedral. Rosary Confraternity formed led by Father Courtney OP who conducted the Mission. From now on the Cathedral is a Rosary Church and Cavan a Rosary Parish.

Michael O Reilly Accountant AIB is transferred on promotion as Manager Munster and Leinster Bank Urlingford County Kilkenny.He was 10 years in Cavan and very active in both Cavan Lawn Tennis Club and County Cavan Golf Club .He was Treasurer of the local branch Cavan Red Cross and Secretary of the Dog and Gun Club. He will be replaced by Arthur Ormsby from Waterford.

Drumalee Community Dancing at Drumalee Cross Roads starring Nancy O Neill and Ken Browne on vocals. Music by M/S P Brady Micheal O Callaghan Jimmy Tully Tommy Molloy J Brady S Maloney MC Josie McNamara.

Death of Peter M Gillic in Mountmellick. Served in the Hibernan Bank in Cavan Arva and Cootehill.Very popular over a wide area.

Death of M O Reilly Upper Main Street in Saint Felim’s Hospital after a long illness at an advanced age. Native of Grellagh Lavey she was the last of a large family. Father AB McGrath officiated at the largely attended funeral from the Cathedral to Cullies cemetery.

Death of Jean McGowan in Portstewart. Native of College Street she was a sister of P Johnston Wolfe Tone Street and D Ryan College Street. Funeral in Portstewart.

Gerard S Magahy BA son of Mr S and Mrs Magahy Farnham Street is appointed Headmaster of Villiers School Limerick. He was formerly Headmaster in King’s Hospital Dublin. Educated at Cavan Number 1School And Trinity College, Gerard is a former Headmaster at King’s Hospital and Cheltenham College .

Bishop Austin Quinn administers Confirmation to 340 children of the Parish in the Cathedral on Ascension Thursday.He was assisted by Fathers Jimmy O Reilly Adm and Tom Maguire Ballyhaise and Rev JJ O Reilly Laragh.The Sponsors were Mrs Cullivan Crubany and Seamus Gilheaney Drumcrave

Breffni Park Draw 1^st £20 Brigid Murray 1 Jubilee Terrace 2^nd £5 Nan Galligan Larigan Cavan 3^rd Sean O Faghan Butlersbridge.£1 each Mary Gaffney Acres Eddie McEneaney Providers Desmond Fitzpatrick Irish Shoe Supplies.

Cavan beat Down 2-5 to 1-4 in the 1^st Round of the Ulster Junior Championship at Breffni Park. They now play Derry in the Semi Final n Magherafelt.

Jack Poyntz and Mary Gear are the stars of Cavan Lawn Tennis victory over Tyrone at Farnham Street. Jack Halpin Mrs Flannery Dr Flannery and Mrs Reardon were the other Cavan winners.

Mrs Jack Morris (The Guy) Ivy Cottages winner of the top prize of £20 in the Breffni Park Draw.

Death of the legendary Rev William McDowell DD The Presbyterian Manse Farnham Street where he was Vicar for an incredible 63 years. Native of Moira County Down and educated at General Assembly Theological College and Queens University. He had a distinguished academic career specialising in Political economy History and Law. Ordained in the Presbyterian Church in Cavan n November 14^th 1890.He was a member of the Board of Governors of the Royal School Trustee of the Protestant Cemetery and Protestant Hall Clerk of Cavan Presbytery and Moderator of Synod. Patron of Irish and Foreign Missions. During his lifetime he dealt with 5 Catholic Bishops of Kilmore 7 Protestant Bishops of Kilmore and was an original member of the Old Age Pensions Committee took a very active interest in the welfare of the town and its citizens and was deservedly popular with all creeds and classes. Conferred with an Honary Doctorate of Divinity in 1951 by The Presbyterian Theological  Faculty.Rev James Johnston Moderator Cavan assisted by Rev FR Gibson MA Deputy Moderator Presbytery officiated at the Funeral Service where Very Rev Dr Byrnes gave the address. Survived by his sister, Dr William McDowell was laid to rest in his native Moira County Down.

Cavan baritone Maura McEntee (PA Smyth) leads the Radio Eireann Orchestra under the baton of Dermot O Hara in a live broadcast from Radio Eireann.

May 30^th 1953 James O Reilly Chairman Monaghan Mental Hospital Committee announces that there are now 81 from Cavan and 76 from Monaghan employed in Saint Davnett’s and other service centres throughout the 2 counties.

Farewell to the multi talented Do Do O  Hagan after 5 years of sterling service to the Cavan Community. Member of the staff of The Bank of Ireland Do Do is being transferred to Belfastt. Star of the Pavillion Pantomimes for the last five years she will be irreplaceable and the performances in the cauldron of the Town Hall during the Pavilion Pantomimes will never be forgotten. She was Treasurer of Cavan Lawn Tennis Club The Pavilion Society and an outstanding golfer at County Cavan Golf Club. Farewell social and presentation in her honour at the Pavilion.

Tom Cullivan UDC retires from McCarren’s Factory after 40 years of distinguished service. A presentation of a wallet of notes was made by the Directors and Staff.

Sympathy is extended to PV Coghlan Church Street on the tragic death of his nephew Lt Francis J Coghlan Army Air Corps in a plane traffic accident.

Mount Everest the highest mountain in the world is finally conquered on the eve of  the Coronation of Queen Elizabeth in London. New Zealand bee keeper Edmund Hillary and Nepalese Sherpa Norgun Tensing finally reached the table top sized summit at 11:30 am on May 29^th 1953. They were part of a 400 strong British expedition

June 6^th 1953 2 million people line the Coronation Route for Queen Elizabeth’s coronation in Westminster Cathedral. Even the overcast weather failed to dampen their spirits. Superbly organised pageant beamed across Europe on television the biggest TV spectacular ever mounted by the BBC. Later in the day s the weather improved it was reported that 6,873 casualties were treated as people were overcome by emotion or faint. 500,000 lined the Mall at Buckingham Palace to greet their new Queen as she appeared 3 times during the evening on the balcony. She was accompanied by the Duke of Edinburgh her 2 children mother and sister Margaret waving to the cheering crowds as a fly past of 168 jets flew by and gun salutes and all the bells of the major churches rang out in joy to greet the new Queen. The procession was 2 miles long and took over 45 minutes to pass a given point. The coronation was witnessed by an invited guest list of 7,500 in the magnificent Westminster Cathedral where Richard Dimbleby kept viewers informed at home of the stages of the pageant. At the moment of the coronation bells tolled out and a 45 gun salute boomed out from Saint James Palace. The Archbishop of Canterbury was the first to pay homage to the new Queen followed by her husband the Duke of Edinburgh. People all over the world rejoice at the good news with Cardinal John Dalton congratulating the new Queen on behalf of the Catholic Church in Ireland but true to form the Irish let themselves down again with an Anti Partition march on the British Embassy in Dublin and on Saturday night a public meeting of protest in the Market Square Cavan where the main speakers were PJ McEntee Solicitor Clann Na Poblachta GM Lovett Fianna Fail Eoin O Mahoney Vice Chairman Anti Partition Group and Tom Fitzpatrick Fine Gael.

Death of Margaret Meehan Wolfe Tone Street at the residence of her brother Tommy 24 Saint Phelim’s Place. Funeral from the Cathedral to Cullies.

Breffni Ceilidhe Band led by Pee Galligan win 2^nd place in All Ireland Fleadh Cheoil in Athlone while Kathleen Reilly Coleman Road and formerly Gowna  was placed 2^nd out of 27 entries in the Senior Ladies Ballad Singing Competition.

Red Cross Home Nursing Exams Bridie Galligan and Maureen Sharkey are successful. First Aid Mary Connolly Agnes Donohoe Carmel Lunn Carmel McDonald Mary Newman Mae Reilly Pauline Sheridan Elaine McNiece Elizabeth Simpson Sean Bergin Patrick Conaty Julien Gauthier Edward Kinsella Josie McNamara and Norman Wallace. Willie Browne MA Area Organiser presented the certificates in the Protestant Hall.

13 man British Expedition led by James Hunt conquer the 29,000 foot Mount Everest on the eve of the Coronation of Queen Elizabeth 2.Taking advantage of a break in the weather and using superior oxygen masks Hillary and his Nepalese Sherpa reach the summit and Nepalese and British flags now fly on the summit for the first time.

June 13^th 1953 Breffni Park Draw 1^st and £20 Edward O Hanlon Cathedral Road 2^nd £5 Rose Murphy Pearse Street 3^rd £2 Seamus Fay 10 Owen Roe Terrace £1 each Jodie Maloney Pound Archway Mona Kiernan Church Street Francis Loughran Francis Street.

Primate Hugh O Reilly Tercentenary celebrations in Cavan on the 11^th and 12^th ofJuly.The occasion will be graced by His Eminence Cardinal John Dalton Archbishop of Armagh and Primate of All Ireland.

Death of Alice E Simpson Glenview Cavan daughter of John (Boss) Foster  Merchant Bridge Street and wife of the late John Mulligan The Railway Hotel. Later married Mr Simpson of George Fegan and Company. She was very highly esteemed and popular with all classes and creeds and has 2 sons in New Zealand. Funeral from Cavan Parish Church to the New Cemetery.

Patrick Tully Drumkeen has a turkey hen creating records by laying 77 eggs from March 16^th-6^th June and the hen is still laying daily.

June 20^th 1953

Thomas Gonoud is ordained at Saint Aloysius College Highgate London. Former member of the staff of McCarren and Company when they were operating from the site of old Gaol (Brother’s School) before moving to Farnham Road. Father Gonoud is a native of Mullingar.

Sean Reilly VS presents Edward Smith Hardware Department Providers with a wallet of notes at a Social to mark his leaving Cavan where he was extremely popular with customers and staff.

Reverend John J McGuiness is ordained in Newry Cathedral along with 10 others by the Bishop of Dromorre Dr O Doherty. Father McGuiness said his first public Mass n the Poor Clare Convent Cavan assisted by Reverend AB McGrath and served by his brother Michael on Thursday morning. He is son of Mrs Glidell Sharkey London and the late Michael McGuiness London. Grandson of Mrs Sharkey Drumalee and of the late Thomas McGuiness former Town Clerk Cavan UDC.

June 27^th 1953 John James Greene Butcher and his family Upper Main Street (Harvest) are selling up and emigrating to Bristol England.

Brian Coleman (18) wins the Captain’s Jim Leonard’s Prize at County Cavan Golf Club with a 69 2^nd Rev JJ Donohoe (15) also with 69 nett.Walter Lambert had the Best Gross with 81.Mrs Leonard provided a beautiful tea for the members and their guests.

Walter Lambert (11) beats Jim Rafter (12) in the Members Cup Final by 2 and 1.

July 4th 1953 Jim McDonnell from Drung will captain Cavan in defence of their Ulster Minor crown against Tyrone. Donal Crotty from Ballinagh is included in the subs. The Senior team defend their title also against Tyrone in the Ulster Semi Finals in Saint Tiernach’s Park Clones.

Junior Intermediate De La Salle League Finals in Breffni Park attract a big crowd of parents and spectators Aodh Rua Micheal Greenan Damian Dillon S Higgins P Mallon E McCormack Sean Coyle Kenneth Reilly Noel Elliott Captain E Buster Murphy Tommy Smith PJ Carroll E McCormack Tomas Donlon J Connolly and Joe McNamara. Fianna Jerome Casey Richard Graham John Burke Felim Coffey J McKiernan Gerard Carroll Harry Hunt Frank Thorne Captain JP Malone Oliver Crowe L Clarke Patsy Lee Michael Murray Tony Doyle and Hubert Farrelly.Murphy and Elliott outstanding for Aodj Rua with Elliott scoring 1-1 for the winners and JP Malone and Gerard Carroll replying for the losers.

Intermediate Owen Rua Eamonn Marron Captain Tony Higgins P Donohoe PJ Reilly Dessie Gilroy Eddie Murray Noel Greene Oliver Cassidy Timothy Beggs Paddy Greene Brian Finlay Micheal Smyth John Craig Hugo Cafferty Terry Murphy Sarsfields Joe Connolly Captain Sean Smith Terry Murphy Gerard Finegan Joe McConnell Richard Clarke Eamonn McGovern Dick Mulcahy Tommy Monahan Tommy Flynn Niall McFeeley Michael Gilchrest Terry Smith Noel McKiernan and Tommy Murray. Owen Rua worthy winners after a stirring contest by 1-2 to 0-3. In the Senior Final Saint Patrick’s proved too good for Saint Phelim’s 3-4 to 1-5 in a game played on the full Breffni Park pitch. Saint Phelim’s Paddy Murray Paddy Carroll Pat Sharkey J O Rourke Eddie Kirby W Donohoe B Smith L Smith Captain A O Brien Frankie Walsh Jimmy McGirr Eamonn Malone Patrick Murray J Lynch O Reilly Saint Patrick’s Peter McGinnity P Reilly Niall Crowe T Doran John English J Donohoe Michael Cooke Sean Smith Captain Sean McSherry Sean Maguire Brendan Browne Brian Gaffney Philip Lightning Murray J Higgins and J Kinsella. Superintendent Joe Murray congratulated all six teams and 90 participants for a wonderful long afternoon of classic entertainment and thanked Brother Cyril for refereeing the 3 games and lining out all the teams who had qualified for the final in matching strips of socks togs and jersies. The trophies were then presented by Superintendent Murray to the three winning captains Noel Elliott Aodh Rua Eamonn Marron Owen Rua and Sean Smith Saint Patrick’s to the cheers and applause of the huge crowd.

Maureen McDonald (33) wins the Lady Captain’s Mrs Una Dr Smith’s Prize at County Cavan Golf Club  with a score of 68 nett 2^nd Mrs Arnold (33) on 71 while Mrs PA Smyth (27) was 3^rd  also on 71 Best Gross was Dorie Smith (22) .There was an entry of 37 and the Lady Captain provided a memorable meal for competitors and friends.

Sympathy is extended to Mrs M O Carroll on the death of her father M J Rice one of Ireland’s leading press and freelance photographers.

July 11^th 1953 Dermot McCarthy County Manager Cavan County Council brings an action against the Council for costs n relation to the 1950 Local Government Enquiry when Dermot was awarded £750 damages. The Minister has fixed a ceiling of £900 but Dermot is suing for £2,480 less the £750 paid to him. Justice Dixon dismissed the claim in the High Court in Dublin but gave leave to appeal to the Supreme Court..

Tyrone beat Cavan 1-7 to 2-1 in the Ulster Minor Football Semi Final in Clones while Cavan beat Tyrone 2-10 to 2-4 in the Senior Semi Final and will now play Armagh in the Ulster Final at the all new Casement Park Belfast.

Death of Liam Connolly 2^nd eldest son of Patrick and Mary Connolly Earlsvale and Connolly Brothers Main Street at the age of 18.Very popular in Pavilion circles Liam was an outstanding tennis and badminton player. Survived by his parents brothers sisters relatives and many friends. Father AB McGrath officiated at the largely attended funeral from the Cathedral to Killygarry cemetery.

Christine Cullivan Alackan Brid Fitzsimmons Araghan and Agnes Cusack Ballinagh win scholarships from Cavan Technical School for 2 weeks in the Donegal Gaeltacht.

Very bad weather for Red Cross Water Safety Tests where the Examiner was Roy Baldwin from Monaghan and the Instructor once again George Maloney Junior from Farnham Street. All participants were successful Matty Connolly Church Street JJ Reilly Kilnavara Paddy McNamara Swellan Sean Donohoe Rossa Place Beatrice Maloney Farnham Street Stephen Maloney Farnham Street and  Teddy McCormack Saint Mary’s Terrace.

President’s Golf JF O Hanlon’s Prize for Ladies at County Cavan Golf Club 1^st Kay Henry and M McDonald with 66 2^nd JJ Rogers and Olive Black 67½ .Beautiful tea served by Mrs O Hanlon and family for the 60 competitors visitors and friends.

July 18^th 1953 Deputation from Cavan County Council to meet the Minister for Health to press for a new General Hospital in Cavan.The state of the Surgical Hospital was described as deplorable with overcrowding of wards and A and E Services.

Ray Brady wins another £1 in Breffni Park Draw 1^st £20 John Prior GNR Swanlinbar 2^nd £5 Miss S Black Co McCusker’s 3^rd £2 John F O Hanlon Anglo Celt Church Street £1 to Raymond Brady Main Street Iris Sheridan Co Fagan’s and K Keegan 6 Saint Phelim’s Place. The Committee have paid out a total of £1,150 in prizes to date.

Another fire at Michael Reilly’s Garage at Gordon and Company. Fire Brigade under Captain Phil Writt brought the fire under control in just over an hour all windows were broken but no explosions and only superficial  smoke damage.

On a wet overcast evening Cardinal John Dalton is welcomed to Cavan as Cardinal for the first time by Bishop Austin Quinn Father Jimmy P Reilly Adm Paddy Smith Chairman Cavan County Council .Instead of walking in procession the Cardinal wisely chose to make the tour by car greeting the thousands of well wishers with a wave as they waved national and Papal flags. The procession was confined to the Church grounds where Gerard Finegan Pearse Street carried the long train of the Cardinal in procession to the Cathedral for the Tercentenary celebrations for Primate Hugh O Reilly. Guard of Honour drawn from the 3^rd Battalion FCA under Lieuts Jimmy McEntee and Jim Scanlon. The salute was sounded on the bugle by Teddy McCormack Catholic Boy Scouts. The Tercentenary Mass in the Cathedral on Sunday was celebrated by Most Rev Dr Heery CCSP Archbishop Southern Nigeria Bishop Austin Quinn Kilmore Dr McNamee Bishop of Ardagh and Clonmacnoise and Most Rev Dr O Callaghan Bishop of Clogher.The Homily on Hugh O Reilly Primate in 1620 was brilliantly prepared and preached by Father Pat Gaffney President Saint Patrick’s College while Father AB McGrath was on the organ and Brother Luke conducted the De La Salle choir.

July 25^th 1953 Big exodus to the Ulster Senior Finals being played in Belfast for the first time. Train specials from all over Northern Ireland. Cavan bidding to retain their Ulster and All Ireland crowns against a strong highly fancied Armagh team. Cavan beat Antrim 1-7 to 1-6 in the 1949 Ulster decider while Armagh triumphed for the first time 1-11 to 1-7 in the Ulster decider of 1950 and Cavan won the Ulster title last year beating Monaghan 1-8 to 0-8 in Breffni Park. The Minor Final will feature Tyrone and Armagh. Donal King from Downpatrick will referee the Senior decider. Masses to suit train travellers at Saint Teresa’s Glen Road and Saint Patrick’s Milford Street both venues adjacent to Casement Park.

Gaels everywhere mourn the death of Andy McEntee ‘The Breffni Bar 57 Main Street’ Gaelic Sports Reporter for the Anglo Celt for over 68 years and long time President of Cavan GAA. A minutes silence will be observed in his honour before the start of the Ulster Senior Final.

Death of Brigid Conlon Dispensary Nurse Town Hall Street. She was a sister of the late Thomas McGuiness Town Clerk. She was a legend in Cavan town during the very tough times and laboured night and day in the interests of the residents without the aid of penicillin or antibiotics. She specialised in Births and was considered one of the leading exponents in the country at her profession. Survived by her son daughter and grandchildren. Funeral from the Cathedral to Killygarry.

Gerry Kinsella and Mattie Donohoe are the guests of honour at a Social and Presentation in their honour at the Railway Hotel. Both are emigrating to Canada and are former members of Cavan CBSI and Cavan Rugby Club. A special presentation was made to Mattie Donohoe by Cavan Harps GFC.

August 1st 1953 Vera Brady opens another fashion shop catering for ladies at Auburn House (Cavan Books) 54 Upper Main Street on Friday 7^th August 1953.

Cavan are well and truly beaten by a fitter hungrier Armagh team 1-6 to 0-5 before a disappointing attendance of 22,500 who paid gate receipts of £2,800 in their Ulster Final in Casement Park Belfast. In a tough dour first half Armagh led at the interval by 0-3 to 0-2 and overran a tired Cavan team in the second half. Armagh will now play Roscommon in the All Ireland Semi Final at Croke Park. Louth win the Leinster Championship beating Westmeath 1-7 to 0-7 and they will now play Kerry in the All Ireland Semi Final.

Mr and Mrs John Brady celebrate the Diamond Jubilee of their Marriage, John was a very fine sportsman and member of Cavan Dog and Gun Club being a fine shot and outstanding huntsman while he was a member of the first Slashers teams of the 1880s.

Cavan Protestant Boy Scouts 6^th Oriel are presently camping at Mornington Dundalk under Scoutmaster Rev CM Wilson along with Troops from Warrenpoint and Monaghan.In the Sports Cavan won the Senior and Junior Boys 100 and 200 metre races.

Anna Donnelly daughter of Paddy Donnelly Connolly Street and Jerome Casey son of Jerome and Mrs Casey Cootehill Road achieve 1^st class honours in piano in their Intermediate examinations. They are both pupils of Miss May Roche Church Street Musical Director and Choir Mistress Cavan Cathedral.

Torrid Street League in Cavan town ends with yet another invasion of the pitch at Breffni Park where Bridge Street were much too good for a disappointing Owen Roe Shamrocks team 4-3 to 0-2 led by Cavan veteran Willie Doonan who was led a merry dance by the skill physique and all round ability of former Meath county player Brendan Maguire who was the outstanding player afield. Referee Hughie O Reilly had a difficult task keeping order while the Labour Band paraded the teams entertained the crowd at half time. Bridge Street led by 2-2 to 0-2 at the interval S Rutherford 1-1 J Rogers 0-1 F Carroll 1-0 with Owen Roe Shamrocks replying through HP Brady and Tom McNamara. Mick Lynch and P Brady goaled again for Bridge Street while Mick Lynch sealed the issue with a late goal. Best for Bridge Street Brendan Maguire the Meath All Ireland footballer and brother of Des and Liam Cavan Gerry Maloney Cavan Slashers while Tom McNamara Willie Doonan Eddie Quinn and Brendan Sexton were best for a  lack lustre Owen Roe Shamrocks. Bridge Street P Gaffney J McCabe Gerry Maloney John O Connor Pat Donohoe B Brady M McCabe Brendan Maguire PJ Brady Frank Carroll S Rutherford P Daly P Lynch J Rogers and Liam Fitzsimmons. Owen Roe Shamrocks Seamus Fay G McGovern Paddy Brady M McDonnell Johnny O Rourke Willie Doonan Mickey Walsh Brendan Sexton Paddy Graham Tom McNamara Pat Quinn T Graham HP Brady Billy Sheridan. The Lee Brothers Perpetual Trophy was presented by TM Gilroy at the conclusion of the game. Later n the evening scuffles broke out in Bridge Street when both sets of players and supporters clashed again before the Gardai intervened to restore order.

August 8th 1953 Death of Michael Murray 10 Jublee.Suyrvived by his brothers and sisters. Funeral from the Cathedral to Cullies where Father James J O Reilly Adm officiated.

Death of James Smith Gamekeeper Drumbar.Prominent member of Cavan Gun Club he was a very well known sportsman in the area. Survived by his brother sister and relatives. Father Jimmy O Reilly Adm officiated at the funeral from the cathedral to Cullies cemetery.

George V Maloney Junior son of GV and Eileen Maloney Farnham Street passes his Semi Final Exams at the Incorporated Law Society in the Four Courts.

Major MA Cooney presides at ONE meeting where sympathy is extended to Hugh P McEntee on the death of his father Andy McEntee 57 Upper Main Street.

August 15th 1953 Armagh beat Roscommon 0-8 to 0-7 to qualify for their first ever All Ireland Senior Football Final after Roscommon had led by 0-5 to 0-2 at half time before an attendance of 40,372 at Croke Park. The boys and girls from Armagh were ecstatic at the end and celebrated throughout the city. They will now play Kerry in the All Ireland Senior Final in September.

A Vatican Survey reveals that there are 472 million Catholics worldwide and 250 million Protestants out of a world population of 2.4 billion people.

Sudden death of Thomas Callaghan aged 32 at the residence of his mother in law Mrs O Neill Abbey Street. He was a CIE conductor on the Cavan Sligo route and recently took over on the Longford Sligo route. He was only married 3 years to Betty O Neill and they have no children. He leaves wife Betty mother sisters and other relatives.

Sudden collapse and death of Patrick J (Pappy) Farrell Griffith Avenue Dublin while visiting relatives in Cavan. Sympathy is extended to Anthony Farrell Butlersbridge and P Burns Annagelliffe (cousins) his wife and son.

Marriage of Brian O Reilly son of JJ  and late Mrs O Reilly Belturbet and May Kelly daughter of John Kelly Taxation Officer and Mrs Kelly Ricehill.The chief celebrant of the Nuptial Mass in Saint Patrick’s Drumcor was Very Rev Canon Kelly PP VF Ballinamore.

Aidan Queally MRCVSI whose death has occurred in Waterford at the age of 32 was a former Assistant to Gerald Fay MRCVSI Moynehall House Cavan.

August 22^nd 1953 County Manager Dermot McCarthy’s Orders 1953 Dr Bernard Fitzsimmons be appointed Medical Officer Saint Felim’s Hospital for a 6 month period at an annual salary of £150 and full board. Dr Mary F Cooney Ballinasloe House Physician Lisdarn TB Hospital be appointed at an annual salary of £385. Patrick B Hughes be appointed Clerical Officer Cavan County Council at an annual salary of £175.  Scholarships are awarded to Sean Donlon  De La Salle School £50 per annum Felim Kelly The Vale Bailieborough £60 per annum Laura Wilson Coolboyogue £60 Olive Carmel O Reilly Crubany NS £60 and Maureen Mullery Poor Clare Convent £60 per annum.

Breffni Park Draw 1^st £20 Mrs Chris McCusker Main Street 2^nd £5 Mr S Higgins McCarren and Company 3^rd £2 Charlie Stronge Drumaloor £1 each Rose McCaul Butlersbridge Seamus Fay 21 Owen Roe and Peggy Willock Cavan Surgical Hospital. Promoter’s Prize £2 Danny Smith Butlersbridge

Frank Brady playing off 22 beats Aidan Madden (21) 6 and 4 in the Final of the O Hanlon Cup at County Cavan Golf Club.

Death of Mrs Farrelly Owen Roe relict of James a veteran of the Boer War. She was highly respected and well regarded by all classes and creeds. Father Jimmy P Reilly officiated at the funeral from the Cathedral to Cullies cemetery.

Tommy McCormick is on a whistle stop 6,000 mile 2^nd tour of the USA taking in all the large Agricultural Colleges Poultry Farms and Hatcheries throughout the USA. He is accompanied on the tour by his wife Jean

August 29th 1953 Death of Ellen Magee Gallows Hill. In vigorous health at an advanced age she was ill for only  a short time. She could recall people and events of the last century with great clarity. Father AB McGrath officiated at the funeral from the Cathedral to Cullies Cemetery.

Fred J Kendall King of The Pilgrims pays a courtesy visit to the Anglo Celt on the way through Cavan. He has completed 251,000 miles on foot throughout Western Europe.

Cavan CBSI back in town after 32 of the members had an enjoyable 1^st ever trip to Kilkee in County Clare. The journey of 155 miles was completed in 4 hours. They thoroughly enjoyed the huge beautiful beach and scenery and were shown round the sights by Cavan native Patrick Reilly Knockatee Ballyhaise who is domiciled in Kilkee for a number of years. During their time there they had challenge football matches with troops from Ennis and Limerick and joined the latter on 2 occasions for sing songs around both the Cavan and Limerick campfires.

A recent survey indicates that there are now 30,253,427 Catholics in the USA.

September 5th 1953 Over 2,000 travel by train bus and car on the Diocesan Pilgrimage to nock under the auspice of the Legion of Mary led by Monsignor Fitzpatrick PP G Cootehill Dean of Kilmore.The was over 60 buses and CIE train bringing the pilgrims and 107 invalids-34 stretcher cases under Dr Patrick Watters Cavan and Dr AP Dolan Cabra Dublin. Monsignor Fitzpatrick deplored the lack of charity in the world to day stating “No Charity No Peace”.Bartholmew McGlin Manorhamilton collapsed and died on the return journey from Knock. Special thanks is returned to the Irish Red Cross and Lisdarn Hospital for their help and assistance on the day.

Rose Aghasiere becomes the 1^st African girl to become a Holy Rosary Sister at the Profession and Final Vows in Killeshandra. Daughter of an Indian Chief in West Africa the family are all Catholics and Rose was educated by the Holy Rosary Sisters in Queen of The Holy Rosary College Nigeria and first came to Dublin in 1948 to study medicine but returned after a couple of months to Nigeria. Joined the Holy Rosary Convent in Killeshandra she received the Habit on Sunday and will now be known as Sister M Joseph. She will pray work and study for the next 3 years in Killeshandra before being assigned to the Missions in Africa. Her father Chief Gregory said he and the tribe were very happy and were celebrating after attending Mass. Two other girls from South Africa were also professed at the same ceremony Sister M Brendan nee Russell Johannesburg and Sister M Matthew Stanton formerly Imelda Stanton South Africa.

Hogan Stand tickets for the All Ireland Final Armagh Versus Kerry available from Paddy Reilly Athbara long time Treasurer Cavan County GAA Board at 7/6 while the Cusack Stand is priced at 6/-

East Side of Mitchell Street (Half Acre) all houses are demolished as the tenants are now housed in the new development at Tullac Mongan.

September 12th 1953 Michael A Cooney is appointed Medial Officer for Health Cavan (MOH) by Cavan County Council.He succeeds Dr John Craig who has taken up a similar post in Louth. He has been acting MOH in Cavan or a number of years and was previously Divisional Medical Officer in the Army serving under Major General Hugo McNeil 2^nd Division. He was later appointed Tuberculosis Officer for Cavan and had a distinguished record in bringing the dreaded disease under control in the Cavan area. The appointment was greeted with great enthusiasm in the area where Dr Michael Cooney is very well known and highly respected.

In a very controversial if one sided All Ireland Hurling Final Cork beat Galway 3-3 to 0-1 before a record Hurling Final attendance of 71,196 spectators paying £9,102 at Croke Park. Mick Burke the Galway Captain was the victim of rough play on the part of Christy Ring winning his 7^th All Ireland medal. Ring was later attacked by a mob of Galway supporters after the game.

George V Maloney moves his headquarters from Market Square to 54 Main Street (Cavan Books).George and his wife Eileen reside at Farnham Street formerly the residence of Arthur Fagan Solicitor.

Maurice and Alan Jackson set out for the Ford Distributors Conference in Cork in their 1924 Model T Ford.

Cavan Tennis Club Farnham Street Men’s Singles C Tierney Dublin beat J R Daly Dublin in the Final 4-6 6-4 6-1 after Daly had beaten Cavan star Bill Anderson in a thrilling Semi Fial.There were 16 entries. Ladies’ Singles Mrs R Bain County Down beat Mrs O Reilly Mullingar 6-4 6-1 there was an entry of 12 players from all over Ireland.

September 19th 1953 Aer Lingus report record traffic on their overseas UK and European flights carrying 53,969 passengers on 2,400 flights in the month of August an increase of 1,460 passengers on 1952.

Very Rev Canon Thomas McCormack South Wales is holidaying with his sisters Bee Donohoe Main Street and Mae Monahan Main Street.

Rosaleen McCann granddaughter of Mr and Mrs J Brady Wolfe Tone Street has returned to the USA after spending a months holiday in her native town.

Drumalee GFC are running a bus from Drumalee Cross leaving after 10 Mass to the All Ireland Final between Kerry and Armagh. Tickets from Pat Lee Drumalee.

September 26th 1953 Bridget Eames Lakeview House Burtonport County Donegal and a native of Manorhamilton is appointed Health Inspector in Cavan by Cavan County Council.She was formerly Health Inspector in Donegal

  Cootehill much too good for Cornafean who have amassed an impressive 18 titles by 3-5 to 0-3 in the County Senior Final in Breffni Park. Cootehill were Junior Champions in 1952.an ageing Cornafean team held out for 40 minutes but Cootehill Celtic with youth flair sped and skill dominated the closing stages playing champagne football. Brian Gallagher Phelim Coyle Gerry Keyes and Cavan town native Paddy Fleming were outstanding for the winners. The team were captained by JJ Tierney and trained by the legendary Hughie O Reilly.

Enniskillen beat Cavan 19-6 in the opening game of the new season at the Royal School Grounds. Tries by C Fay and Teddy McCormack were not enough o outclass the visitors and Cavan lost the services of their outstanding out half K Kiernan mid way through the second half.

Cavan Pavilion Club Tennis Finals Dickie Mullery beat Joe O Rourke Market Square 6-1 4-6 7-5 while Mary H Gear beat Sheila McCarren 6-3 4-6 and 6-4 Junior Under 17 Patsy Connolly Earlsvale beat Sean Breen Cootehill Road Under 13 Brendan Browne Cathedral Road beat Eamonn Marron Cootehill Road.

James Gibney Wolfe Tone Street retires as a Train Driver with GNR after 46 distinguished years at the helm on the Cavan –Belfast line. Native of Oldcastle where he worked before coming to Cavan James was made presentation by his colleagues on the occasion of his retirement at Cavan Station.

FW Woolworth have bought the County Cavan Stores for a substantial sum from the Porter family who have other business interests in Clones .Woolworth’s will open their new store in Cavan in October in time for the Christmas trade.

Comaltas Ceoltori Eireann (CCE) are holding a Social and presentation to Tady McGahern in the Railway Hotel on Thursday night.

October 3rd 1953 The Holy Father proclaims 1954 a Marian Year to mark the 100^th anniversary of the proclamation of the Immaculate Conception by Pope Pius ix on the 8^th December 1854. He calls on the world’s 400 million Catholics to observe a Holy Year of prayer penance and visitation to Marian Shrines.

The deposed King Farouk of Egypt is stripped of his land holdings of the most fertile 120,000 acres of land worth up to £10 million by the new Egyptian Government.

Kerry beat Armagh 0-14 to 1-6 to win their 17^th All Ireland crown before an attendance record of 79,193 who paid gate receipts of £10,004.The game hinged on a penalty miss by Jim McCorry of Armagh who shot wide from the spot with 12 minutes remaining. Kerry were immediately in the attack from there until the finish. Peter McDermott of Meath was an outstanding referee.

Death of Miss Kay Meehan Mitchell street one of the town’s most respected citizens. Father A B McGrath officiated at the funeral from the Cathedral to Cullies.

Congratulations to Mrs Frances K Arkins Danesfort on winning 3 1sts 2 2^nd and 5 3^rd prizes at the Royal Horticultural Show in the Mansion House

Leslie Peter Tucker youngest son of Peter and Pauline Tucker London marries Miss Rose B McDermott 2^nd daughter of Mr and Mrs Seamus McDermott Owen Roe. Una McDermott sister of the Bride was Chief Bridesmaid while Father P Lyons CC officiated.

October 10^th 1953 Celebrations in Poor Clare Convent to mark the 700^th Anniversary of the death of Saint Clare. Most Reverend Dr McBride along with 35 clergy celebrated the Solemn Pontifical High Mass in the Convent Chapel while the children entertained the guests later in the Concert Hall.

Breffni Park Draw 1^s £20 J Sheridan College Street 2^nd £5 Rose Kelleher Latt 3^rd £2 Mrs McNamara Military Row £1 Larry Clarke. Promoter’s Prize Edward O Gorman Bridge Street.

Cavan Harps beat Belturbet 2-2 to 0-5 to win the Divisional Junior Final they will now play Butlersbridge in the Quarter Finals. Scorers for the Harps Cathal Young 1-0 Tom McNamara 0-1 Petsie Lawlor 1-1.”The standard of play seldom rose above mediocrity”!

Outcry over the continuing persecution of Catholics in Soviet occupied Poland. Cardinal John Dalton Archbishop of Armagh and Primate of All Ireland deplores the arrest and detention of Cardinals Stepinac and Cardinal Wzsynaki who are unable to carry out their duties among the millions of Polish Catholics. Bishop Austin Quinn speaking at Mass in the Cathedral calls for “prayers for our persecuted brethren in Poland”.

October 17th 1953  Tom Donohoe’s select Bar and General Provisions is sold to returned Yank Mr Clerkin Ballynarry Kilnaleck for a consideration of £3,100.CP Smith was the Auctioneer and LCP Smith had carriage of sale for Bee Donohoe now resident in Abbey Street.

Helena McDonald wife of Pat UDC  business man and baker invests £7,000 in the new Irish Loan which was later revealed to be substantially under prescribed.

Father Cunningham ordained in Rome and native of Dungannon was formerly in charge of the Goods Department Cavan GNR Station. He will serve in Reno Nevada USA.

Nursing Association Dance with Peggy Dell and her Orchestra. Brian Coleman and Miss M Comyn WJ Hymen and Miss M Reilly are the winners of the trophies for the best dancers of the night.

Eugene Leddy Ceilidhe Band supplies the music at the presentation of the Street League medals by Tommy Gilroy to the victorious Bridge Street team.

Brother David writes to the Anglo Celt to convey to Radio Eireann and Micheal O Hehir their deep appreciation of the outstanding broadcast of the All Ireland Final received loud and clear by the Irish Community in Mauritius in the Indian Ocean courtesy of Radio Brazzaville.

October 24^th 1953 John McGinnity quick off the mark for the Marian Year  1954 advertising round trip to Lourdes direct for 28 guineas return.

Andy O Brian and Joseph G O Reilly pen the hilarious ‘The Chestnut Tree’ which will be premiered by the Magnet Players Killygarry before Christmas.

Lily Hicks wins 1st 2^nd and 3^rd in dancing competitions in the Gaelic League Feis in Islington. Lily is daughter of Mr and Mrs Patrick Hicks formerly of Emmett Place.

Roisin Leddy youngest daughter of John Leddy Owen Roe marries William John Luper in London. Father P Bishop presided and after the Nuptial Mass the Papal Blessing was imparted 

Francis Lucas Clements Scott Rockview Ballyhaise County Cavan leaves an Estate valued at £25,381 in the latest wills published.

October 31st 1953 Joe (Bendy) Fitzpatrick is acquitted of the manslaughter of Thomas Boyle aged 70 Wolfe Tone Street Cavan by a jury at Cavan Circuit Court after deliberating their verdict for 20 minutes. Joe Fitzpatrick in evidence stated that “the deceased was aggressive to him although they were very good friends but there was far too much heavy drinking on the day in question in John McGinnity’s Public House”. Later a further altercation occurred at the bottom of Wolfe Tone Street and the deceased died from a fall following a further charge at the defendant.

Children of Mary holding a fundraiser in the Convent Hall entitled ‘The Life of Saint Clare’. They are collecting to send 2 pilgrims to the Marian Shrine in Lourdes in Marian Year 1954.

Joey Murray from Tullacmongan finds an ancient cross dated 1729 which is presently being evaluated by the National Museum.

Staff of Providers’ and Smith’s Garage are guests of Con and Mary Smith at their magnificent Hotel in Termofeckin County Louth. MJ Galligan returned thanks on behalf of Providers Brendan Murray on behalf of Smith’s Garage and May McCaul on behalf of the staff of the Termonn Hotel to Mr and Mrs Smith for their generosity and hospitality .

November 7th 1953 Electric Chimney Sweeping introduced to Cavan by Harry Jenkins and Sons costing 10/- for chimney 1 and 7/6 for each additional chimney. The Jenkins family are the leading painting and decorating company in the area specialising in  all kinds of church painting and decoration. Contact H D Jenkins 11 Francis Street at Cavan 160.

Cavan Rugby team hold a stronger fitter Portadown to a 3-3 draw in the Royal School grounds. Cavan led by 1 try 3points scored by Dessie Tweedy but not converted by McQuaid at half time. The stronger Portadown pack dominated the second half and pinned the Cavan team in their own 25 but only crossed for a single try which was not converted. A McGloughlin was the referee.

Butlersbridge will play Kingscourt in the Minor Championship Final at Breffni Park next Sunday.

Death of the very popular Bridget (Bridgey) Reynolds Upper Main Street at an advanced age. She was sister of the late Thomas Reynolds who died in July and they ran a thriving vegetable shop growing all the quality produce in their own garden. Long distinguished service to the Community Bridgey was known and respected by all her neighbours and friends and was a particular favourite with the children. Large and representative funeral from the Cathedral to Killygarry Cemetery.

Pat McGrath from the Provincial Bank is the recipient of a presentation from his colleagues and friends on the occasion of his promotion to South Richmond Street Branch. Outstanding tennis player with Cavan Lawn Tennis Club he was also a most accomplished member of the Pavilion Pantomime. He was a low handicap golfer at County Cavan Golf Club. He is replaced in the Provincial Bank in Cavan by Thomas C Connolly a fine golfer from Athlone.

Bridge Club Winners N/S Gerry Hunt and Mrs Arnold E/W Mr Moynihan and Mr Mansfield.

Pat McGovern late of Sean Magee’s Bridge Street opens his new store in Connolly Street.” All orders will receive prompt and personal supervision. Your patronage will be greatly appreciated”.

Guard Johnston stationed in  Belturbet for the last 10 years is transferred back to Cavan where he resides in Farnham Street with his wife and family.

November 14th 1953 Dr Ryan Minister for Minister for Health meets a delegation from Cavan County Council led by County Manager Dermot McCarthy who are lobbying for a new hospital for Cavan town.The delegation point out to Dr Ryan that there are no proper facilities in Cavan and that the accommodation problem is so acute that there is a waiting list of 211 for beds in the County.

1^st annual Bachelors Dance in the Town Hall President WP O Hanlon Vice President Sean O Reilly MRCVSI Secretary P Farrelly Committee Dinny Whelan Joe Rogers Brian Coleman Des Tweedy Matty Corcoran Jim Rafter Paddy Donohoe Leo McGrath Frank Lynott Michael Young Paddy Brady Matt McCutcheon Willie Lambert  L Galvin Jack F Binchey E Miney M Gateley GV Maloney Ray Reilly MRCVSI N Mullen M Smith M Tierney K Henry E Ross PJ Flynn P McGrath. Later the profits from the function a tidy £43-18-6 was donated to Cavan Nursing Association.

Licensed premises of Cusack and Sons Bridge  Street (The Dug Out) sold to  Pat and Rose Leddy Rosculligan for £2,000 .

C McGuiness Private Hotel beside Mullen’s is sold to  MJ O Callaghan Latt Cavan for an undisclosed amount. Frank Conlon was Auctioneer.

Susan Brady relict of John Brady dies at the residence of her son in law John Coyle Upper Main Street. Funeral in Drung.

CYMS Whist Drive Top Score John Weston 1^st Lady Mrs Mackey Cavan 1^st Gent P Sloane Ballinagh 2^nd Gent PJ O Neill Ulster Arms.

Butlersbridge win the County Minor Championship for the first time beating Kingscourt 0-11 to 2-2 in  atrocious weather conditions at Breffni Park where the rain fell throughout and the pitch was sodden from overnight rain and the participants had to play with a very heavy ball. Butlersbridge adapted much better to the conditions and led by 0-5 to 1-1 at half time. The Bridge were hungrier fitter and more motivated than Kingscourt and despite a late rally they held on comfortably to win their first ever football championship for the Bridge. Great credit must go to John O Reilly Chairman and Sean O Hare Trainer for the manner in which the Bridge approached the game. Led by Captain Con Smith on the 40 there were outstanding displays from Terry Smith in goals Val Kyne at full back flanked by the hard tackling Aidan Foynes and Brian Myles.P Meehan and the 2 O Reillys were outstanding half backs while Fitzpatrick and McGarvey held sway at midfield throughout. Con Smith Ken Browne and Hayes led a lethal forward division which ran Kingscourt ragged in the end. The whole village led by Chairman John O Reilly turned out to welcome the heroes back to the Bridge and the cup was filled several times with minerals. Team Terry Smith Aidan Foynes Val Kyne Brian Myles Paddy Reilly Paddy Meehan Eamonn Reilly C Fitzpatrick S McGarvey Ken Browne Con Smith J Hayes T Cassidy Gerry O Reilly and Brendan Farrell. TM Gilroy presented the trophy to the winning Bridge Captain Con Smith at the finish of the game which was played in a sporting manner throughout..

Cavan County Board order a replay of the abandoned Cavan Harps V Ballinagh Junior Semi Final after Packy Newman reported that he was assaulted by Willie Doonan and was unable to continue. He told the County Board that Doonan got out of hand completely and questioned every decision he made particularly in the 2^nd half. After he awarded a close in free to Ballinagh at the town goals Doonan struck him a box knocking him out. The Harps assured the County Board that Doonan was now banished from the Club and would never play with the Harps again. Ballinagh subsequently won the replay 3-9 to 2-2 after leading the Harps 2-5 to Nil at half time after playing with a gale force wind in the first half. Sodden pitch and heavy ball Ballinagh adapted much better to the conditions and had a match winner in Eamonn Galligan.The Harps never recovered from this incident and their decline was steady over the next 4 years until the foundation of Cavan Gaels to replace the ailing Harps and Slashers clubs in the town. Cavan Harps John O Rourke J McNamara Paddy Brady Patrick Brady Eddie Quinn Sean O Rourke Paddy Dunne Sean Brady PJ Boylan Patsy Lawlor Cathal Yung P Smith Paddy ‘Lofty’ Higgins. Subs P Lynch for J McNamara Referee Mick Higgins.

November 21st 1953 Cavan Rugby Club beat RAF Enniskillen by 25 points to 0 at The Royal School Grounds. Cox and Storey were outstanding for Cavan at half back. Richard Black had a stormer in the tight exchanges. Tries by Bill Anderson Scott converting after 10 minutes Des Tweedy and Cyril Anderson 2 unconverted tries left Cavan ahead 11-0 at half time. In the 2^nd half Dessie Tweedy again O Reilly Teddy McCormack and George Maloney crossed for Cavan tries to wrap up a great display at 22-0 for Cavan.

Bridge Club Chairman Surgeon Bertie Cullen Treasurer Dermot Morgan Secretary Reverend Sean Reilly Saint Patrick’s College Committee William Browne and D Moynihan. Winners of weekly session Mr and Mrs Reardon.

Death of Mary Coyle Kilnavara. One of Cavan’s most respected residents. She was mother of Terry Coyle Cavan and All Ireland footballer 1933. She is survived by her sons daughter and other relatives.Father AB McGrath officiated at the funeral from the Cathedral to Cullies cemetery.

Maltese Wedding in the Cathedral draws the crowds as Nary Camenulli Harun Malta marries Bernard eldest son of Barney and Mrs Connolly Breffni Terrace. Simon Connolly was Best Man ME Connolly Bridesmaid and the Bride’s Aunt Mary was Matron of Honour. The Bride’s gown was of French Lace and the train was 15 feet long. Father PJ Gargan a friend of the Connolly family officiated.

H Clark Manager of the Ulster Bank is transferred back to Head Office in Belfast. He was Treasurer of County Cavan Golf Club for over 7 years and was the recipient of a presentation from colleagues in the Bank and members of County Cavan Golf Club. He is replaced as Manager in the Ulster Bank Cavan by Sydney Killingley son of the late Archdeacon EA Killingley late of Killeshandra.

Eugene Timmoney is appointed to the staff of Bank of Ireland Cavan replacing T McDonald while WCR Reardon is appointed Sub Agent.

Sympathy is extended to Andy Gichreest on the dearth of his mother Mrs G Gichreest Dignavanty Cootehill. Funeral from Saint Brigid’s Kill to the adjoining cemetery.

Breffni Park Draw 1^st £20 Jack Flood Bridge Street 2^nd £5 Phil Reilly the Imperial Hotel. Promoter’s Prize Betty Breslin 23 Coleman Road Cavan.

December 12th 1953 “Joe Cullivan and Son 25 College Street Cavan Plumbing Specialist at your service for hot and cold water installations-moderate prices.”

Fatima Pharmacy 5 Bridge Street Cavan Proprietor PT Tommy Ruddy MPSI.

Philips Radios ask for demonstration at Smyth’s 60 Main Street Cavan Phone 88.

Congratulations to Teddy Cinnamond son of Ned and Mrs Cinnamond Church Street who has been chosen to represent Ulster in the Badminton Inter Provincial Championships. Former member of Cavan Pavilion Club Tom is now playing for a Belfast Club where he is domiciled.

Death of Pauline Farrell daughter of Mr and Mrs Anthony Farrell Annalee House Butlersbridge Cavan at the age of 27 after a long illness borne with courage and fortitude. Champion Irish dancer she was a member of a Championship winning family known throughout Ireland for their expertise skill and elegance. In recent years Pauline had taken up Adjudicating at Feiseanna and Irish gatherings throughout the area and was highly respected and well known. Sympathy is extended to her parents brothers and sisters.Rev Charles Cartwright officiated at the funeral from the Cathedral to Cullies.

Alfred Myles Smith Solicitor Kevitt Castle has taken over the practice of PJ McEntee who has moved to Monaghan having purchased the practice of Doctor VD Kearns Solicitors.

Gerald Fay MRCVS formerly Moynehall House is appointed Chief Veterinary Officer for Queensland Australia.

Untimely death of Thomas O Rourke 5 Saint Aidan’s Terrace Cavan at a young age at the Richmond Hospital. Member of the Irish Army he served during the 1939-1946 Emergency. Sympathy s extended to his wife sons daughters. Cavan Branch ONE carried the coffin draped in the tricolour from the hearse to the Cathedral and again at Cullies cemetery Father P J Gargan officiated at the funeral from the Cathedral to Killygarry cemetery.

Liam Bogue and Thomas Donlon are this week’s winners at Cavan Bridge Club.

Angela Clarke Mrs Packy Leonard Bridge Street John Clarke Swellan Matt Smith Drumcrave and Pat Donohoe Bridge Street are among the local winners at the Slasher’s monster Whist drive in the Town Hall.

Christmas comes early for County Manger Dermot McCarthy when the Supreme Court on a majority decision award him full costs for his representation during the Local Government Enquiry over turning the decision of the Circuit and High Court. Originally awarded the maximum of £900 allowed by the Minister for Local Government. The Supreme Court made an order for the sum of £2,488 and costs for Circuit Court and Supreme Court appeals.

Breffni Park Draw 1^st £20 Paddy Kelly Breffni Park Lane 2^nd £5 Father PJ Gargan Cavan 3^rd £2 Thomas Miney Rossa Place £1 each Willie Sheridan Saint Brigid’s Terrace. Promoter’s prize Paddy Woods College Street.

The Irish Country Women’s Association (ICA) buy the Termon Hotel Termofeckin County Louth from Con P and Mary Smith with the aid of a bursary from W K Kellogg’s. Con Smith will retain most of the 500 acre farm adjoining the Hotel. The Hotel will be used as residential quarters for women undergoing courses at the centre.

Tom Maloney son of GV and Mrs Eileen Maloney leaves for Canada to take up employment with a large motor car concern in Toronto.

Santa Claus will arrive on the Cavan Fire Brigade engine for the Christmas tree festivities at the Town Hall on Christmas Eve where over 400 children between the ages of 4-8 will receive a Christmas gift and greeting from the great man himself.

December 26th 1953 The Minister for Health Mr Ryan announces that Dispensary Doctors will be paid an annual salary of £480 rising by increments of £30 per annum to a maximum of £6

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January 2nd 1954 Over 500 children joyously greet Santa Claus to the sound of bells and horns from the Fire Tender with helpers made up of members of Cavan Fire Brigade. Spotlight on the Red figure is picked up by beams from spotlights on the tender.Chidren queue out on the tennis court on a cold dry frosty evening to meet Santa in the Town Hall.

Business in the town is well up on previous years with shopping reaching a climax by mid day on Christmas Eve. Only a few stragglers similar to an ordinary Saturday night left after tea as residents readied themselves for the festivities and Midnight Mass.

The Pavilion Musical Society launch their 6^th Annual Pantomime Little Red Riding Hood for an 8 day programme on Sunday next. Booking at Sullivan’s 1 Main Street.

Bill Anderson son of John and Mrs Anderson emigrates to Nairobi Eat Africa to further his career as a Law Clerk. Star player with Cavan Rugby team, Bill is also the leading member of Cavan Lawn Tennis Club and was made a presentation by both organisations at an enjoyable function in the Ulster Arms on the 23^rd of December..

Sympathy is extended to Maurice Brady Upper Main Street on the death of his father Edward Brady Post office Bawnboy. Funeral from Kildoagh Church to Kilnavart cemetery was the biggest and most representative seen in the area for many years.

Vincent Blythe son of Guard Blythe Charlestown County Mayo and late of Cavan has passed his final Cadet examination and is called to the Military College Curragh Camp. Vincent was a member of Cavan Harps and on the Cavan Minor team beaten by Galway in the 1952 All Ireland Final. He went one better last year and was a member of the winning Mayo Minor All Ireland Champions 1953 .

January 9th 1954

The shop and building known as Dunne’s Bridge Street is sold at Auction to James Murphy for £1,075. J C Brady Belturbey were the Auctioneers while SJ Gannon Solicitors had carriage of Sale.

Garda John Marron who was District Clerk in Cavan for the last 17 years is transferred to Granard.Popular courteous and efficient officer he is succeeded as Clerk by Garda William Bergin.

Labour Band parade the town to welcome in the New Year at mid night with some seasonal and festive airs.

Eileen McCarren plays the leading role of Jack singing beautifully ‘I Believe’ and giving an altogether perfect performance at the Pavilion Pantomime in the Town Hall. Leading Lady was the delightful Philomena O Reilly as Jill who joined Jack in some delightful duets.Laurette Kiernan was Jim Kathleen Donohoe was Silly  MJ Magee The Dame Frank Lynott made everybody laugh merely by his presence on the stage. Noel Mullen is the Baron Frank Brady Big Bad Wolf Joan Cullen was in the title role Carmel McDonald was the Fairy Queen. The Witch was played by Mairead Rutledge Kieran Breen and Paddy Reilly were Shanks and Shorty Sean and John Joe O Reilly were the Horse in a hilarious scene. Brendan Jenkins was the Gypsy King with able assistance from Frank Carroll and Paddy Donohoe. Maura McGilly was in charge of the dancing routines bring grace and precision to the Town Hall stage. Maura was ably assisted by Rose McCabe  Mona Connolly Teresa Duffy Valerie McCarren Miriam Healy Myra Marron Buba McCabe and Angela Clarke. Men’s Chorus Joe O Rourke JJ O Reilly Sean McGilly Mel O Reilly Sean Bergin Jimmy Cullen Mel Doherty and Brendan Jenkins. Ladies’ Chorus Sheila O Reilly Kitty Donohoe Agnes Leavy Ann Sherlock Maeve McDonald Mary Flood Clare Flood Anna Bergin Phyllis Sexton Evelyn O Hare Vera Smith and Kitty Conaty. The Musical Director was Maisie Magee. Orchestra Jackie Fitzpatrick Luis Mallon GV Maloney John P Smith Jimmy Mallon Stan Mullery.Back Stage Dinny Whelan Jim Scanlon who also painted the scenery Joe Duffy R Kerrrigan .Wardrobe Mistress Maureen Hand Make Up Annie Brady John Donohoe and Teresa O Rourke Market Square Script by Kevin Byrne modifications by MJ Magee. Producer Tom Hickey.

Kevitt Castle Weather Station reports that 33.90 mls of rain fell in 1953 when we had 201 rainy days-the rainfall is below average by 40mls.

January 16th 1954  Death of Sarah Smith Saint Josephs Dollymount Avenue relict of ME Smith formerly Upper Main Street (Houricans).She was mother of PG Smith Solicitor Dublin. Funeral to Glasnevin.

Death of Thomas Sweeney Upper Main Street. In America for many years. Survived by his wife. Father A B McGrath officiated at the funeral from the Cathedral to Killygarry.

Death of William McAlarney Coleman Road. Former Law Clerk and Commissioner for Oaths. Prominent  member of the Irish Ireland movement and organiser of Committees and activities all over County Cavan.Rev AB McGrath officiated at the funeral from the Cathedral to Cullies.

Death of Christina Donohoe College Street mother of a very large family at a very young age. She was daughter of Mr and Mrs J McCoy College Street. Most charitable woman and extremely popular with neighbours and friends over a wide area. Survived by her husband Michael (Bunnoe) Donohoe and a large family. Funeral from the Cathedral to Cullies cemetery.

Sympathy is extended to Matty Hand Church Street Area Supervisor for the ESB on the death of his mother in Dublin.

Death of Ana Doherty in the USA daughter of the late Patrick and Mary Anne Marron Mill Street. She was sister of Miss Marron Cathedral Road Michael Marron Earlsvale Road and Mrs Cassidy Bridge Street.

Death of WA Craig Agent Bank of Ireland Drogheda and former agent for the Bank in Cavan.

January 23rd 1954 Anna Flood daughter of Frances Flood Bridge Street enters the Poor Clare Order in Newry County Down. There was a number of presentations to Anna prior to her departure from the town.

After receiving a number of threats and outright intimidation of the Promoters, the Film Show of The Coronation of Elizabeth 2 scheduled for the Protestant Hal for which over 600 tickets were sold is postponed. All proceeds were to go to the Adelaide Hospital and Cavan Boy Scouts (6^th Oriel Troop)

Unexpected death of Brigid Duffy Nee Brady at her residence Rath Na Saor in Bray County Wicklow. She was sister of Mrs Eddie Flood Abbey Street and Agnes Maguire (Aunt Agie) Bridge Street. She was sister in law of John Flood and aunt of John Sharkey of the Anglo Celt. Survived by her husband Michael to whom the management and staff of the Anglo Celt extend deep sympathy. Father J J O Reilly Adm officiated at the funeral from the Cathedral to Killygarry Cemetery.

Miss Crosby Matron Lisdarn Hospital extends thank to the Magnet Players Killygarry for the outstanding performance of the ‘Chestnut Tree’ for the patients and staff of the Hospital.

January 30^th 1954 Jim McDermott is the new Chairman of the revised Clones United Football Club which has been out of existence for the last two years. Jim is a former star of the GNR soccer team and has the support of the entire community in this new venture. The new pitch is on the Monaghan road adjacent to the town.

Breffni Park Draw 1^st Prize £20 John Mulligan Church Street 2^nd Prize £5 Tommy Fitzpatrick Ballyhaise 3^rd £2 Alice Sheils of the Imperial Hotel £1 each to Pat O Neill Anglo Celt A Galligan Ardlougher Ballyhaise and Brendan Jenkins Saint Phelim’s Place Promoter £2 Benny O Rourke Ashe Street.

Pavilion Tennis Club 1954 Chairman MJ Smith Vice Chairman Tommy McCormick Secretary Jack Poyntz Treasurer Stephen Keaveney Committee Sheila McCarren Kitty McDonald Jimmy Cullen Dinny Whelan Tom Fitzpatrick Jerry Lyons and Joe O Rourke.

Fatal cycling accident at Rathcorrick when Josephine Leddy aged 20 is killed while riding a bike without a light in collision with a pedestrian as she cycled to the pictures in the Magnet Cinema. The pedestrian in evidence said he was struck from behind but remained on his feet but the cyclist ended up in the ditch and was later pronounced dead at Cavan Surgical Hospital. The Jury of Mick Geoghegan Phil Gargan Robert Mackeral and Jim Leonard brought in a verdict of misadventure in accordance with the evidence. Paddy Cusack Solicitor Cavan County Coroner deplored the practice of people cycling without proper lighting on their machines and said that the high fatality rate would be reduced by over 50 per cent if people lit up. He extended sympathy to Josephine’s parents brothers sisters relatives and many friends.Joesephine Leddy was a very clever bright girl who recently passed the County Council Examinations and was only 3 months working as a Clerk in Cavan Courthouse. Her colleagues formed a Guard of Honour at the Funeral from the Cathedral to Killygarry Cemetery and the coffin was covered in Mass Cards.

Strange review of the recently acclaimed ‘Chestnut Tree’ by Andy O Brien and Joe O Reilly performed by the Magnet Players Killygarry in the Anglo Celt who state that apart from the outstanding performance of Mickey O Brien as Giggler Mooney the play has nothing to recommend and it is a total flop and that authors Andy O Brien and Joe O Reilly are surely capable of much better work than this which tries far too hard to be funny!

Death o John Joe Lee Edenticlare at his residence. Funeral from Saint Brigid’s Cemetery Killygarry to the adjoining cemetery.

February 6^th 1954  Death of the great Johnny Green Corn Mill Cavan after a long illness at the age of 38. Coalmining expert Johnny was working on his latest seam in Gubaavaeeny Leitrim when struck down with illness. He was son of the late Joseph Green and is survived by his mother Alice Green sister Margaret brothers Roy Gerry Joe Francis and Charlie. Father PJ Gargan officiated at the extremely large funeral from the Cathedral to Cullies cemetery.

Rev Father Felim Colwell is installed as Prior of Kilnacrott Abbey exactly 25 years after first entering the Priory as a student. Born with 1 mile of Kilnacrott Father Colwell is a native of Drumora Ballyjamesduff. Son of Mr and Mrs C Colwell. Ordained in Belgium on August 15th 1937, he was elected Prior of the Mother House in England in 1952. His mother lived to see him installed as Prior of Kilnacrott but died on the same week. Funeral from Saint Mary’s Church Crosserlough.

Death of Dominick Ryan 8 Connolly Street in Saint Phelim’s Hospital Cavan after a long illness. He spent a lifetime working with CIE at Cavan Station. Survived by his wife relatives and friends. Funeral from the Cathedral to Cullies  cemetery.

Death of Anne McCoy College Street one of the oldest and most respected residents in Cavan town. Predeceased by her husband Joe  and daughter Mrs Donohoe some months ago. Funeral from the Cathedral to Cullies cemetery.

Bridge 1^st Mrs Arnold and Dermot Morgan 2^nd Mrs Browne and Professor Breen.

Cavan Pavilion Pantomime Committee present a 400 day clock to one of their greatest ever stars Maura McEntee (Nee Smyth).Her husband PJ has acquired the practice of the late Dr Kearns in Monaghan while Alfred Myles Smith has acquire PJ McEntee’s practice in Farnham Street for an undisclosed amount.

Death of Katherine Keaveney Butlersbridge wife of PJ National Teacher and mother of 3 sons and 3 daughters. She was sister of Rev J Gaffney CC Belturbet. Father James J O Reilly Adm officiated while the Bishop Austin Quinn was among the hundreds of clergy in attendance. Funeral from Saint Aidan’s Butlersbridge to the adjoining cemetery.

February 20^th 1955 Cavan Boxing Team to box at all star tournament in the Stella Cinema Carrickmacross where they will meet opponents from Belfast Drogheda and Dundalk. George Maloney Terry Duignan Sean Donohoe M Donohoe Patsy Lawlor.

9^th Annual Nurse’ Dance with Town Hall beautifully and tastefully decorated and music from Alan Beale and Orchestra.

3^rd Order of Saint Francis formed following a lecture on the Life of Saint Francis in the Cathedral by Father Adrian OFM in the Convent Chapel. Kevin Johnston Anglo Celt and Swellan is Secretary  while 60 other people have signed up for membership.

February 27^th 1954 Capacity crowd at the 5^th annual McCarren’s Dance in the Town Hall with the hall tastefully decorated spots each dance and music by Ralph Sylvester and his Orchestra. While Jim Barton supplied the music at the very successful Cavan Lawn Tennis Club dance in the Pavilion.

Garage and Undertaking business of Edward Flood Abbey Street fails to reach the reserve at auction now under active negotiation.

March 6^th 1954 A very weak Pope Pius XII broadcasts from Vatican Radio for the first time since serious illness forced him to cancel all engagements in recent months. His 78^th Birthday and 15^th Anniversary of his elevation to the Papacy are celebrated all over the world but particularly in Vatican City where flags and emblems flew from every building in salute and a public holiday was observed.

Cavan CYMS Annual Whist Drive in the Town Hall offers as Top Prize a Trip to Lourdes for Holy Year valued at £40.

Death of Elizabeth Walsh in Dublin. She was daughter of Mr and Mrs William Brady College Street and sister of William (Billy) and  Patrick in Dublin. Funeral to Glasnevin.

March 13^th 1954 New Hoover Cylinder Cleaner on sale at Smyth’s 60 Main Street Cavan Phone 88 for Demonstrations. Amazing value at £16-16- and Easy Terms available.

GAA outraged at the prospect of Radio Eireann broadcasting coverage of the League of Ireland V Scottish League on Saint Patrick’s Day from Dalymount Park. Michael V O Donohoe President of the GAA says that Radio Eireann are making a mockery of the GAA with this highly charged insult on the feast of the National Apostle!

Frank Johnston Wolfe Tone Street is this week’s winner of the 1^st Prize and £20 at the Breffni Park Draw 2^nd £5 Joe Cullivan 25 College Street 3^rd £2 Bartley Smith Connolly Street £1 each to Ned Cooke Man Street Helen McCarren Saint Helens and Michael Gaffney Cashel Ballinagh. Promoter’s Prize Joe O Rourke Bookmaker Market Square.

Mr Hogan Station Master is transferred to Dublin. Recipient of a handsome presentation from his colleagues at Cavan Station.

Sympathy is extended to John Sheanon College Street on the death of his father Patrick Sheanon Cattle Dealer Drumavaddy.Funeral took place to Saint Matthews Church Drumavaddy.

Maurice and Alan Jackson have acquired Mullery’s Garage on the Railway Road for an undisclosed amount.

Death of Mary Glancy Fairtown Cavan at Saint Phelim’s Hospital. She was the mother of 12 sons-10 of whom are still alive. Survived by her husband sons daughter. Funeral to Drumavaddy cemetery.

Stampede continues for BCG injection to immunise against the dreaded TB illness. Dr M A Cooney announces  more clinics to be held in the Courthouse in the coming weeks.

March 20th 1954 Minister for Health Mr Walsh announces New County Hospital for Cavan will be built behind the Courthouse. Plans are at an advanced stage and the Department of Health will go to tendering in a few months as General Election looms in April.

Richard V Black and Mike Dale parade a goose dressed in the Irish colours across the pitch at Lansdowne Road to the cheers of 40,000 spectators before the start of the Ireland V Wales clash at Lansdowne Road. Wales pipped the Irish with a late penalty goal to win 3-0.

9^th Drama Festival opened by the Bishop of Kilmore Most Rev Dr Quinn in the presence of TJ Fitzpatrick Secretary and Edward T O Hanlon Chairman. Harold Goldblest is the Adjudicator of the English plays while Gerard Victory is the Adjudicator for the Irish plays.

Saint Patrick’s College are beaten by Newry CBS in the replay of the McRory Cup Final at Ballybay.

Magnet Players Killygarry win the Rural Section of Navan Drama Festival scoring an impressive 83 points. Outstanding performances from Sheila Fay Agnes Brady and PJ Young who all won medals for their performances.

Death of John J Finlay Pig Dealer Bridge Street. Worked all his life in McCarren’s Bacon Factory. Survived by his wife sons daughters. Father Charles Cartwright assisted by Father James Carroll Saint Patrick’s College officiated at the funeral from the Cathedral to Cullies.

April 3^rd 1954 The body of 50 year old Mrs Kate Reilly is recovered from the Annalee River at Butlersbridge. John Mulligan found the body in 13 foot of water 40 yards from Water Bridge. Doctor Charles Lorrigan in evidence said that death was die to drowning after the body had been immersed in water for a number of days. The Jury returned a verdict in accordance with the evidence.

Further BCG Vaccination Clinics in the Courthouse on Monday Wednesday and Friday as the fight against TB takes a decisive step for total cure and prevention of this killer disease.

Clones Dramatic Society with ‘Mungo’s Mansion’ win the Open Section at the 9^th Cavan Drama Festival 2^nd were The Nomads Cavan with ‘Two Dozen Red Roses’ Producer Tom Hickey Cast Brian Coleman Philomena O Reilly Liam Henry Celia Maloney Jack Binchey.The AOH Cup went to the Moonlight Players Castletara with ‘The End Horse’ Producer Edward C Brady Cast James Clarke Mary Boylan Sean Boylan Brian Boylan Michael Morrow  Rossa O Neill James McAvinue and Joe Flatley.Best Actor of Festival Jack Binchey Nomads Best Actress Edna Whatley Clones Dramatic Society.

Royal Tan owned by the exuberant Joe Griffin wins the Aintree Grand National. Trained by Vincent O Brien and ridden by Bryan Marshall. The horse was accorded a Civic Reception and received at the Mansion House by the Mayor of Dublin Alderman Butler TD 2^nd was Tudor Line 3^rd Irish Liquid. The same connections were also victorious in the 1953 Grand National with Early Mist.

Thomas Clear expert on trees and horticulture plants the first trees at the Kilnavara and Tullac Mongan housing estates followed by an illustrated lecture in the Town Hall.

Sympathy is extended to Henry Coyne Bus Driver Saint Felim’s Place on the death of his mother in Drumanon County Roscommon.

Margaret Duignan Swellan graduates with her SRN from Saint Andrew’s Hospital Hempstead London.

April 10^th 1954 Granard County Longford is the last big town in Ireland to adapt new time for the very first time!

Fleadh Cheoil na hEireann to be held in Cavan on the Whit weekend. The organisers are expecting as many as 1,00 entries for the various competitions and announced that there are now 40 Senior and 2 Junior branches of Comhaltas throughout Ireland.

Smyth’s Wireless and Electrical Dealers 60 Main Street have been appointed Hohner agents for the area and are now stocking a full range of musical instruments.

Willie Maloney eldest son of George V and Eileen Maloney is appointed Manager of the 24 hour Shannon Duty Free Airport Shop. He formerly worked in the furnishings department of Brown Thomas Grafton Street Dublin .

Tony Coyle Saint Felim’s Place is 1^st in Ireland following examinations for the post of Boy Messenger at Cavan Post Office. Tony is  the eldest son of John and Mrs Coyle (Nee Meehan) Saint Felim’s Place.

Cavan Boy Scouts Concert packs out the Town Hall for 2 nights Thursday and Sunday with a variety performance. The Producer was John Donohoe Musical Director Robert Ryan Cast Dessie Agnew Eddie Kirby Paddy Carroll Mel Doherty Dessie Maguire John Maguire Liam Kinsella Martin Storey Paddy McNamara Paddy Flynn Gerry Maguire Tommy Carroll Pat Kinsella Tony O Dowd Alan O Hanlon Francie Farrelly Paddy Donohoe and a host of lively Cubs.

John Greenan College Street is the recipient of a wallet of notes from the management and staff McCarren’s on the occasion of his retirement after 46 years distinguished service.

April 24^th 1954  Patrick Murtagh is the recipient of a presentation by MJ Galligan Manager on behalf of his colleagues in Providers on the occasion of his emigration to Canada at a function in the Railway Hotel. Patrick served over 4 years in Providers and was a playing member of Cavan Slashers.

25 year old Michael Manning a carter, is hanged in Mountjoy by British hangman Albert Pierrepoint for the murder of Catherine Cooper a 65 year old nurse. He was the last person to be executed in Ireland.

The 2^nd celebration of An Tostal is opened by President Sean T O Kelly at a ceremony at the GPO in Dublin. Celebrations take place in 140 centres nationwide. Over 50,000 attend the Pageant at Tara, chief organiser being Captain JA Donnelly who also organised the Owen Roe Parade in  Cavan in 1949. In Cavan the ICA held an arts and crafts display in the premises of Stan Mullery Town Hall Street where there were over 100 exhibits including crochet needle and rush work and paintings from the members of the local Guild. Over 5,000 take part in the Virginia Parade where National and Tostal flags flew from every building. Miss M Elliott Tostal Queen led the parade in a carriage supplied by the Napper family and drawn by a donkey. The parade was led by Virginia School Harmonica Band followed by the Oldcastle Brass and Reed Band. An Tostal was proclaimed open by Very Rev Canon Brady PP.

Nation id shocked by the news of the death  of Captain Michael Tubridy Manger of Joe McGrath’s Stables in Dublin. Member of the Army Jumping Team since 1945. He leaves a wife and 2 daughters.

Breffni Park Draw 1^st £20 Mrs Sharkey Drumalee 2^nd £5 Thomas Connolly Golf Links Road 3^rd Pat Donohoe Ballinagh 3 prizes of £1 John Leinster Wolfe Tone Street Sonny Armstrong Cloverhill.

May 1^st 1954 TB on the decline in Ireland with the introduction of vaccine and better living conditions. In 1948 there were 3,103 deaths from the disease 1949 2,712 1950 2,380 1951 2,162 1952 1,579 and 1953 1,190.

Jimmy Moore wins the premier event at the London Transport Billiards Finals in London.Jimmty is son of Edward and Rose More Saint Brigid’s Terrace Cavan.

The drain of the youth of Cavan continues with Tommy Deignan star boxer scout footballer and swimmer being presented with a wallet of notes by Sergeant Henley Cavan Boxing Club on the occasion of his emigration to Canada in the Railway Hotel where music was supplied by the Accordion Sextet while Mel O Reilly is Guest of the Pavilion Musical Society where he is the recipient of a presentation as he too emigrates to Canada.

Death of Kathleen (Bobbie) O Hanlon 3 Farnham Street Cavan.She was wife of John F O Hanlon Managing Director Anglo Celt. She was daughter of John Gannon J P (Cavan Town Commissioner) sister of the late Reverend P J Gannon SJ who only died a few short months ago and Betty Gannon Music Teacher Upper Main Street (Charlie Fay’s).”Kate O Hanlon was small of stature but great of heart and possessed all of the noble qualities of a loving Irish wife and mother”. She suffered a stroke 4 years ago which greatly restricted her movement but never quenched her spirit. Father Jimmy O Reilly Adm recited the Rosary at the Removal where the coffin was carried to the hearse by members of the staff Anglo Celt. Survived by her husband John F sons Edward T Frederick F William P and daughter Joan sister Betty Gannon grandsons John F Simon granddaughter Morna.Thousands of messages of sympathy pour into the Anglo Celt for many weeks including letters and cards from the Bishop of Kilmore Austin Quinn Reverend Abbesses Poor Clares, Sisters of Mercy, Saint Louis Monaghan.Votes of sympathy passed with the family by Cavan County Council Cavan Urban Council Saint Joseph’s Young Priests and civic and religious groups from all over the country.

The Nomads with ‘Two Dozen Red Roses’ are nominated for the All Ireland Drama Festival Finals in Athlone when they are declared winners of the Bundoran Drama Festival with Jack Binchey once again the leading actor at the Festival.

May 8^th 1954  Smyth’s 60 Min Street Cavan continue their weekly promotion for new Hoover cleaners and washing machines with prices ranging from £30-£40.

Winner of the Breffni Park Draw and £20 is Mick Foynes Butlersbridge 2^nd £5 P Higgins College Street 3^rd £2 Miss B Smith Bridge Hotel £1 each James Shiels Cootehill Mrs Jenkins Town Hall Street Hugh Logan Farnham. Benny O Rourke Ashe Street was the popular winner of the £2 Promoter’s Prize.

Death of Josephine (Josie ) McCoy College Street 3^rd eldest daughter of Jim and Anne McCoy. She was the 4^th member of her family to die in the last 6 months. Huge crowd turn out for the removal and funeral. Father AB McGrath officiated at the funeral from the Cathedral to Cullies.

Surgeon BT Cullen represents Ireland with distinction coming 2^nd in the World Fly Fishing competition on Lough Sheelin.The winner was another Irish team member J McManus Westport.

Cavan Bridge Club Professor Browne and Una Brennan win the An Tostal Cup at Virginia.

May 15^th 1954 Bishop Quinn presides at the closing of the Men’s Mission in the Cathedral. Fathers Charles Cartwright was Deacon PJ Gargan Sub Deacon and Father Jimmy O Reilly Master of Ceremonies at the imparting of Solemn Pontifical Benediction of the Blessed Sacrament.

Death of Sergeant Daniel H McCaffrey who was in charge of Stradone station for the last 27 years. Popular with all classes and creeds he rendered excellent service to the community. Fair and even handed in all his dealings. Native of Kilorglin County Kerry he joined the Garda in 1922 and was promoted Sergeant in 1923.Served in Castlebar Shillelagh County Meath Emyvale Glaslough.Appointed Sergeant in Stradone in 1927.Outstamnding Angler he was also an active member of Cavan Dog and Gun Club. He was related to well known builder contractor and business man Patrick McGovern New York. Survived by his wife Kathleen 8 sons Reverend James McCaffrey Peter Thomas Daniel and Patsy John Christy Austin 5 daughters Eilish Helen Rita Florence and Bridie. Very Rev Canon McCabe officiated at the funeral from Saint Brigid’s Laragh o the adjoining cemetery. Supt  B McCarthy Ballinamore Division and Superintendent Joe Murray and Inspector J Butler represented the Cavan Division.

Death of Rose Fitzpatrick Mill Rock wife of the legendary James (Jamie) Fitzpatrick former road sweeper and worker with Cavan UDC.Very large attendance at the funeral from the cathedral to Cullies.

Death of James Cole Mitchell Street one of the oldest and most respected residents in the town. Funeral from the Cathedral to Cullies.

Gerry Hunt eldest son of Gerard and Mrs AG Hunt is received into the Benedictine Order at Glenstal Abbey where he was educated. He will be known as Brother Charles.

County Library in Farham Street is extended with the knocking down of a wall to give extra room while the Council carpenter Charlie Green has erected many new shelves to accommodate the growing stock of books at County Cavan Library.

EL (Buster) Holland eldest son of Mr and Mrs EO Holland Provincial Bank House has obtained his BA  at Trinity College Dublin where he was an outstanding member of the College Golf team.

May 22nd 1954 Results of General Election for the 15^th Dail Fianna Fail 66 seats Fine Gael 49 Labour 18 Clann Na Talun 5 Clann Na Poblachta 3 Independents 5. Poll was over 80%. Polling still to take place in Wicklow which was postponed due to the death of one of the candidates. Result of 1^st count Cavan Constituency (4 seats) Paddy Smith (Fianna Fail) 7,570 John Tully (Clann Na Poblachta) 5,896 John Cole (Independent) 4,704 Paddy O Reilly Murmod (Fine Gael) P O Reilly (Independent) 3,597 Seamus Dolan (Fianna Fail) 2,773 Mick Sheridan (Fianna Fail) 2,759 John F McGovern (Fianna Fail) 1,506 (lost his deposit).The counting of votes continued all day Thursday until the final result was announced by Returning Officer FJ McKenna at 12:45 am on Friday morning with Paddy Smith (FF) John Tully (CNP) Michael Sheridan (FF) and Patrick O Reilly (FG) all elected showing no change in representation from the 14^th Dail. It is expected that John A Costello will head Up a new Coalition Government after lengthy discussion with the representatives of the other parties.

Children of Mary and children of the Parish in procession to the flower bedecked Cathedral for Marian year celebrations. Processions all over Ireland to mark the Marian Year with tens of thousands lining the streets in bright sunshine to view the Dublin procession in which the trade union movements was prominently identified. 25.000 took part in the procession from the Pro Cathedral passing through O Connell Street where all traffic was held up for over 2 hours in the biggest and most remarkable demonstration of faith since the Eucharistic Congress in 1932. Army trumpeters sounded a fanfare of trumpets as the great procession halted for 3 minutes close to the GPO as the Palestrina Choir sang ‘The Bells of the Angelus’ between each decade of the rosary broadcast on public address from the Pro Cathedral.

 

May 29th 1954 Canonisation of Pius X  in Saint Peter’s Basilica Rome with over 1 million people in attendance and the ceremonies broadcast all over the world. Pius X died in 1914 of an alleged broken heart following his failure to broker a deal to prevent World War 1. He is the 79^th Pope to be canonised. The last being Pius IX in 1857 was also canonised.

Fleadh Cheoil Na H Eireann to be held in Cavan on Sunday and Monday June 6^th and 7^th.Competitions will be held in the Town Hall while all star concerts featuring Delia Murphy Leo Rowsome Sean Maguire Brian Coleman All Ireland step dance champion The Farrell Dancers Butlersbridge with Sean O Tuama as MC will be held in the Town Hall and Magnet Cinema.

Death of James Masters Railway Hotel. He returned from America 6 years ago. He was a native of Inishbeg Butlersbridge.Funeral from Saint Aidan’s Church Butlersbridge to the adjoining cemetery.

Tom McCarren  Brookvale catches the best trout (6lbs) of the season on Lough Sheelin.

June 5th 1954 John A Costello is elected Taoiseach by 79 votes to 66 for Eamonn De Velera  at the first meting of the 15^th Dail Eireann. George Norton is Tanaiste and Minister for Industry and Commerce General Richard Mulcahy Minister for Education Gerry Sweetman Minster for Finance Liam Cosgrove External Affairs James Dillon Agriculture TF O Higgins Minister for Health Mr O Donnell Local Government Brendan Corish Social Welfare Mr Keyes Posts and Telegraphs J Blowick Lands Mr Everett Justice General Sean McEoin Defence and Mr McGilligan Attorney General.

Marona Foster is this week’s winner of the Promoter’s Prize at the Breffni Park Draw when among the local winners are Joe Donohoe College Street Bridgie Foynes Butlersbridge and Mrs Meehan Saint Phelim’s Place.

Week long Ford Exhibition and Service in Jackson’s Garage featuring the new Prefect making its Cavan debut and commercial passenger and agricultural machinery is opened by Paddy Smith TD with County Manger Dermot McCarthy and members of Cavan Urban and County Councils in attendance. Representaives from Ford in Cork are available all week to answer queries and assist customers with their expert advice.

Father Bernard Collins a native of Curraghoo Cavan celebrates the Silver Jubilee of his ordination in Covina Califiornia where he is ministering as a priest. In attendance was Dr Timothy Manning Auxiliary Archbishop of Lo Angeles. Born in Curraghoo. Educated at Drumcrave School Saint Patrick’s College Cavan 1919-1923 and Saint Patrick’s Carlow where he was ordained in 1929. Father Collins is an annual visitor to his native Cavan and will be home as usual later in the year.

June 12th 1954 Over 500 traditional musicians from every county in Ireland participate in the very successful Fleadh Cheoil na h Eireann in Cavan. Town en fete for the occasion with flags and bunting flying from every building. Weather perfect for the occasion, the locals extended a Céad Mile Failte to the 10,000 good humoured visitors and everything went off without a hitch on a memorable weekend which was a great boost to trade in the county town. The Festival opened with a Pageant and Parade on Sunday with Drumcrow War Pipers leading followed by Monaghan Brass and Reed Band members of the Old IRA and ONE under Charlie Reilly and Aidan Madden followed. Over 30 competitions for over 200 prizes held over the week end. Finest music festival ever held in Ireland with representatives from over 500 CCE branches from Ireland  Britain and USA. Highlight of the celebrity concerts held in the Town Hall and Magnet Cinema on Monday night was the appearance of Joe Lynch who regaled the audience with stories songs and humour.Mrs Reilly of Gowna was again one of the outstanding acts as was Eamonn Keane with his yarns and recitations others taking part included the Farrell Family from Butlersbridge The Power School of Dancing Coffey School of Dancing Clones Leo Rowsome Sean Maguire Frank Gavin Brian Coleman. Local Winners included Intermediate Fiddle 1st Thomas Sweeney Cavan 2nd Senior Tin Whistle T Sheridan Cordoonan Arva .The Kilfenora and Moyglars tied in the Ceilidhe Band Final with 92 marks while Eugene Leddy and the Tulla Ceilidhe Band tied for 2^nd place with 91 marks. Senior Singing Irish and English 1st Sean McDonagh Kilnaleck 1^st Senior Traditional Irish Pauline Larkin Ballyhaise Tommy Reilly Main Street Killeshandra scored 98 points to win the Cavan Senior Accordion Championship.

Michael T Larkin is ordained a priest at Saint Patrick’s College Thurles. Son of the well known Joe and Mrs Larkin NT Ballyhaise he said his first Mass in Saint Mary’s Ballyhaise after which there was a Reception for family neighbours and friends in the Farnham Hotel.

Sean Conaty Corgararriff Ballyhaise is ordained a priest in  Saint Mary’s Cathedral Kilkenny by the Bishop of Ossory.

County Cavan Golf Club makes a presentation to Kevin Henry and Peter Finnerty who are leaving Cavan on promotion to Dublin and Kilkenny. They were 2 outstanding young members of County Cavan Golf Club.

J Gilchreest C/O Tom McKenna’s Main Street is the winner of the 1^st Prize in the Breffni Park Draw  3^rd Miss M McAdam C/o Providers £1 each Bartley Smith Connolly Street Tommy Cullivan College Street and Josephine McEntee Church Street. Promoter’s Prize Betty Breslin Coleman Road.

Sympathy is extended to Michael J Smith County Secretary on the death of his mother Elizabeth Smith Mount Prospect Park Contarf Dublin. During her time in Cootehill she took a leading part in all Church activities and was deservedly popular with all. She is survived by 3 sons Michael J County Secretary Peter Fairstyle Limited and Thomas GPO 2 daughters to whom deep sympathy is extended.

Death of Annie F McNamara Military Row daughter of Mrs McNamara and the late Michael McNamara. Survived by her mother brothers sister and relatives .Father Jimmy O Reilly Adm officiated at the funeral from the Cathedral to Cullies cemetery.

TP Connolly son of James Connolly Drumelis wins the Apprentice Plate at the Curragh. Attached to the McCormick Stables at the Curragh he is tipped for a bright future as a jockey in the racing game.

June 19th 1954 Cavan Urban Council refuse to allocate £3,000-£4,000 to develop a Park at the Farnham Gardens and give the green light for housing development to commence. This shameful decision was taken on the votes of Sean Magee Tom Fitzpatrick Mr Fegan Paddy Brady and Tommy Cullivan with the only dissenting voice being the Chairman Mary Brady who commented when the vote was taken and the resolution passed “The Farnham Gardens are gone forever”!

Death of Laurence Nee 12 Abbey Street. Master Baker in England after working for a number of years in a Cavan Bakery. Survived by his wife Betty sons Tommy Laurence daughters Bernadette Ethna

Breffni Park Draw 1^st and £20 Annie Finnegan College Street 2^nd £5 Maisie Morgan Farnham Street 3^rd £2 Mrs Betty Nee Abbey Street £1 each Jimmy Denning Upper Main Street Mrs Cullivan Wolfe Tone Street Mrs Browne Church Street. Promoter’s Prize Hugh P McEntee Saint Phelim’s Place.

Annie Tallon Bridget McCabe Michael Goldrick and John McDonald all patients at Saint Joseph’s Lisdarn are the lucky winners of a trip to Lourdes for Marian Year sponsored by the Cavan Branch Invalid Pilgrimage to Lourdes.

Death of Michael Mulligan 79 Pearse Street a native of Drumryan Poles County Cavan he was resident in the town for a number of years. Father Charles Cartwright officiated at the funeral from the Cathedral to Killygarry cemetery.

Congratulations to Kathleen Smith SRN Drumbo who obtained her certificate of Nursing at Baggott Street Hospital. She is only daughter of Matt Smith Senior Clerical Officer Cavan County Council and Elizabeth Smith. Drumbo.

Over 300 donations at visit of the Blood Transfusion Unit where Dr Michael Davitt grandson of the great Michael Davitt (Land League) was in charge. Arrangements were in the capable hands of Major PJ McDonagh Organiser Cavan Red Cross. Certificates were later awarded to the following Red Cross Home Nursing  Mrs E Breslin Ms R Connolly L Leonard C Dunn Carmel McDonald M Newman P Sheridan E Smith K Smith and M Smith First Aid Betty Breslin Mrs C O Connell Miss M Smith Miss Corina Flood Miss L Leonard M/s S Connollty M Lennon S McGovern Bobby Simpson George Simpson K Walsh.

June 26th 1954 Breffni Park Draw 1^st and £20 Louis Blessing 2^nd £5 Miss Geelan C/o The Regal 3^rd £2 Steve Duggan Agricultural College Ballyhaise 3 Prizes of £1 Mona Keenan Church Street Mr M O Carroll Saint Jude’s Cavan P Conlon Pearse Street. Promoter’s Prize £2 Tommy Young Ashe Street.

Josephine Keegan sister of Mrs JP Keegan Saint Phelim’s Place perishes in Carlingford Bay tragedy. Funeral to Dean’s Grange Cemetery.

New Bantam Refuse Lorry for Cavan Urban Council costing over £1,100 and possessing a 16 horse power engine with a tank capacity of 7 cubic yards. Will assist in the cleaning of the town daily and operate on refuse collection 3 days a week in the different areas of the town.

Presentation to Garda Hugh Sweeney on his retirement after 32 years service to the Force with the final 7 years in Cavan. He served in Shinloe Drumshanbo County Leitrim Riverstown County Sligo and is a native of Churchill County Donegal.

Harry O Connell off 20 with 67 wins the Captain’s Dr M Cooney’s Prize at County Cavan Golf Club 2^nd J Rogers (14) 68 3^rd E Timmoney (18) 68. Best Gross was returned by Jack Binchey playing off 6 with 76. There was a record entry of 67 and tea and refreshments was provided by Mrs Cooney helped y member of the Ladies Committee. John F O Hanlon in returning thanks to the Captain Dr Cooney and his wife and family for a splendid day welcomed back the Club professional Phil Lawlor who was making his first appearance after a serious operation. He also thanked Hugh Maguire Green keeper on the excellent condition of the Course.

Kathleen Sullivan Lady Captain’s Prize at County Cavan Golf Club 1^st Mrs A F McDonald (16) with 75. Handicap of 25 and Under  Dorie Smith (15) 81. Handicap 26 and Over Mrs R B Hickey (36) 80.

July 3rd 1954 Irish Press to publish new evening paper entitled ‘The Evening Press’ from their offices and printing press at Burgh Quay.

Mary M Brady is once again unanimously elected Chairman of Cavan Urban Council at their AGM in the Town Hall. .She was proposed by Tom Fitzpatrick Fine Gael and seconded by Gerry Kelly Fianna Fail. Pat McDonnell a member of Clann na Poblachta was elected Vice Chairman.

Jim Rafter has a hole in one at the 154 yards second hole at County Cavan Golf Club.

Terney Smith Butlersbridge is home on holiday staying with his sister Mrs O Reilly Athbara House while Jim Burke is back in College Street after 27 years in the USA.James and Michael Dunne from the USA are spending a holiday with their parents and family in Behey.

Sympathy is extended to Kathleen Sullivan wife of Dr Jack Sullivan on the death of her mother Anne O Sullivan in Ballylongford County Kerry.

Death of Robert Mee Inishmore Butlersbridge. Very Rev W H Shire officiated at the funeral from Cavan Parish Church to Kilmore cemetery.

Funeral of Katherine Deane wife of Bernard Deane Dew Drop Inn. Funeral from Saint Aidan’s Church Butlersbridge to Urney cemetery.

July 10th 1954 Brian Moyles Ken Browne and Aidan Foynes all members of the Butlersbridge County Minor Championship team are included in the Cavan team to play a star studded Down in the Ulster Minor Semi Final in Castleblayney.The Cavan Seniors will take on Tyrone in the Ulster Senior Semi Final on the same bill.

Untimely death of Francis Murray Tullac Mongan. Very popular man he leaves a wife and large family. Coffin draped in the tricolour-Francis was a member for many years of the Irish army. The O N E formed a guard of Honour at the well attended funeral in the Cathedral. Father JJ O Reilly Adm officiated at the funeral from the
Cathedral to Cullies.

J P Mansfield and Molly Finegan win the President’s John F O Hanlon’s Prize at County Cavan Golf Club scoring 74 nett 2^nd was Seamus Gilheaney and Miss K Reilly with the same score but inferior back 9. Tea was provided by Mr O Hanlon’s daughter Joan and a  number of lady members of the Club. Concealed Prize was won by W R Reardon. There was a record turn out of 62 members.

July 17th 1954 Cavan scrape past Tyrone 3-10 to 2-10 in the Ulster Senior Semi Final in Castleblayney and will now play the holders Armagh in the Ulster Final in Clones. As expected Down comprehensively beat Cavan 3-4 to 0-4 in a one sided Ulster Minor Semi Final.

Breffni Park Draw 1^st and £20 Sean Keogan C/o Leonard’s (Sean is a star footballer with Cavan and Cavan Slashers) 2^nd £5 Jackie Agnew Emmett Place 3^rd and £2 P J Leddy Drumurray.

Faster cleaner gentler with the clothes -Hover does it better at Smyth’s 60 Min Street Cavan.

Dom Celestine Cullen eldest son of Surgeon Bertie and Maura Cullen is ordained into the Benedictine Order at Glenstal Abbey by the Bishop of Cashel Dr Kinane. The following day Dom Celestine celebrated his first Mass in Glenstal. On Tuesday he celebrated his first public Mass in Saint Felim’s Hospital where his father is Physician. On Wednesday he celebrated Mass in the Cathedral where the congregation each received his first blessing. Father Cullen will return to Glenstal after a short holiday at home and will join the teaching staff at the Secondary School attached o the Monastery. First joined the Benedictines in 1946 at Glenstal where he received his secondary education. He later studied Philosophy and Theology in Belgium and Rome.

Doctor Brendan McGauran eldest son of Dr Anna and the late Dr Raymond McGauran Church Street is conferred with his Medical degree by Dr Alfred O Rahilly President of University College Cork. His father grandfather and great grandfather were all doctors and he has a number of siblings studying medicine at the moment.

Death of Paddy Neary well known Hackney Driver with Floods of Bridge Street where he worked for the last 17 years. He was one of the best known drivers in the Midlands. Worked in Cavan for over a quarter of  century. Father Charles Cartwright officiated at the funeral from the cathedral to Maghera cemetery.

July 24th 1954 Patrick F Baxter (Paddy) Saint Aidans Cavan is elected Cathaoirleacch (Chairman) of Senad Eireann .

New Parochial Committee formed following a meeting in the CYMS Hall with Father Jimmy O Reilly Adm Chairman. The purpose of the committee is to raise badly needed funds for the Parish including the installation of a Public Address System in the Cathedral and the upkeep and building of schools in the Parish. Money is urgently needed to outfit and equip the new school at Drumcrave which is under construction.

P J Rafferty Horticulture Instructor returns after a 13 day tour of Oars Versailles and Orleans where he studied the latest techniques in the growing of soft fruit apples pears and vegetables under frames organised by the Department of Foreign Affairs in Dublin.

A party of Boy Scouts from Cumbrai in the South of France under Canon Lefevobre are camping at Swellan Cavan and will leave to day by bicycle  for Ballyshannon on their tour of the Irish Coast line.

July 31st 1954 Death of Patrick Mc Carren Managing Director McCarren and Company Cavan at his residence Saint Helen’s Cavan at the age of 61. He had been ill for some time. Eldest son of the legendary Andrew McCarren J P Brookvale Cavan. He was educated privately and later at Blackrock College Dublin where he excelled academically and on the rugby field attaining captaincy of the Leinster Schools team in his final year. He was a moist decent cordial friendly man who had an encouraging word for everybody. He was deeply involved with the construction and fundraising for the new Cathedral ,the Committee of which his father had been the founder member back in 1917. He was President of Saint Patrick’s Conference Saint Vincent De Paul and a member of Saint Joseph’s Young Priests Society. Survived by his wife Margaret (Daisy) Nee Smith Carrigallen 5 daughters Mrs Campbell Mrs O Connor Helen Eileen Bernadette brothers Tom and Andrew sisters Sister Mary Paul Holy Rosary Sisters Killeshandra Margaret English Mrs Kiernan Ulster Bank House Carrigallen. Funeral following Requiem Mass in the Cathedral to Cullies cemetery. McCarren’s Factory was closed for 5 days as a mark of respect to the late Managing Director. Father Jimmy O Reilly Adm  assisted by Rev P Smyth CSSP (Nephew) officiated at the Funeral where the Cathedral was packed to capacity. Burial took place in Cullies cemetery.

Cavan win their 42^nd Ulster title beating Armagh (holders) 2-10 to 2-5 before 33,000 spectators at Clones in a tough uncompromising game. Cavan outstanding from the very start . Sherlock and the young Tom Maguire lorded it for Cavan at midfield winning 90 % possession for the challengers who now play Meath in the All Ireland semi final. On this display they will regain their All Ireland title last held in 1952. Cavan led by 2-6 to 1-3 at the interval. Scorers for Cavan Pat Carolan 1-2 Brian Gallagher 0-4 Gerry Keyes 1-1 Brendan Duignan 0-2 and Seamus Hetherton 0-1. Armagh scorers were Art O Hagan 1-4 J McBreen 1-0 Bill McCorry 0-1.

Parochial Committee 1954 Chairman Father James J O ReillyAdm Vice Chairman James Gilheaney NT Secretaries AJ O Brien and Tommy Smith Treasurer Barney Corr BDS.

Anna Donohoe daughter of John and Alice Donohoe Bridge Street qualifies as an SRN in Hove Hospital England.

Death of the incomparable Freddie Greene late of College Street in London. Native of Cavan town he was son of the late RN and Margaret Greene (Nee Maloney) College Street. His father was a Staff Reporter with the Anglo Celt. Tough hard nut Freddy had a heart of gold and was generous to a fault. Took an active part in the War of Independence 1920-1921.He served time in Ballykinlar and was first arrested at the age of 16 and later served 18 months in Newbridge Gaol. Outstanding boxer Freddy was a genuinely tough and fearless man and was the leading boxer with the old Cavan Boxing Club. He served with distinction with the British Army in Malta and was at one time missing reported dead. His death was announced in the Cathedral following the bombing of the barracks in Malta where Freddy was stationed to the great sorrow of his fellow towns people who always looked forward to his return from duty when he treated all and sundry to drinks and cigarettes until the money ran out and Freddy had to return to War. Freddy was later involved in the bitter hard fought battle for Crete and escaped miraculously when the Germans took over the island. His older brother Brendan later to marry Betty Ronaghan was taken a prisoner of War in Italy in 1942 and survived the long march across Poland to Germany in 1944 .Sergeant Brendan later returned to Cavan to live out his life on the Main Street. Freddy Green is survived by his brothers Kevin and Brendan sister Ada and his first cousins of the Smyth family 60 Main Street Cavan and the McConnell family Ashe Street. Burial took place in London.

New Cavan Accordion Band 1954 formed following a well attended meeting in the Railway Hotel. Chairman Kevin McDermott Vice Chairman Des Jenkins Treasurer Peter Kinsella Secretary Paddy Woods.

August 7^th1954 Breffni Park Draw 1^st £20 John F O Hanlon Farnham Street 2^nd £5 Margaret Gaffney C/o Tommy Hughes The Post Office 3^rd £2 Mary Ann McKiernan C/o The Surgical Hospital 3 prizes of £1 Eugene Monahan Main Street Sean Foynes Butlersbridge and Bella Power Coleman Road.

Surprise defeat for Cavan in the All Ireland Semi Final at Croke Park when Meath  exacted full revenge for their 1952 Final defeat when beating the Breffni men 1-5 to 0-7. Meath will now play the winners of the second Semi Final Galway or Kerry in the All Ireland Senior Final. Meath were totally outclassed in the first half but their dogged determination and never say die attitude kept them in the game despite Sherlock and Maguire lording it at midfield. But for the defensive work of Michael Paddy O Brien and Micheal McConnell their cause would have been lost at half time when Cavan only led by 4-1.Then came the news that the star of the Cavan team Victor Sherlock was injured and unable to resume at half time. With time almost up Cavan on their last attack were awarded a 35 yards free dead straight in front of the Canal goal but after Meath had engaged in a prolonged bout of gamesmanship orchestrated by their County Board Chairman Father Tully causing a delay of over 5 minutes ,Brian Gallagher drove inches wide. Scorers for Cavan Brian Gallagher 0-3 Seamus Hetherton  Pat Carolan Brendan Duignan and Gerry Keyes 0-1 each. Meath scorers Brian Smith 1-0 Paddy Meegan 0-2 Peter McDermott Micheal Grace and Tommy O Brien 0-1 each.

John Rodgers Leonard’s Drapery is the winner of a massive £1,000 in the Sunday People Spot The Ball Competition. Popular member of County Cavan Golf Club.

Death of Tommy Montgomery Senior Derrawinna. Founder of the famous Montgomery and Company Market Square who dealt in scrap feathers berries eggs and have an extensive car hire firm. He was father of the present Managing Director Tommy Central Market .Survived by his family Rev J Montgomery Garvary Rectory Enniskillen Dr James Montgomery Rhodesia Richard (Dick)  and Mrs M Jackson Farnham Street. Burial took place in Kilmore cemetery following Service in Kilmore Cathedral.

Cavan Accordion Band first outing in Lisdarn Hospital where they entertained the patients and staff and later in the week entertained the nuns and orphans in the Poor Clare Convent before parading the town. On the 15^th August they were the star attraction at Ballyconnell Sports and scoped first prize in the Marching Band section.

Sean Breen beats Patsy Connolly 6-4 6-3 to win the Junior Boys Open Championship at the Pavilion Lawn Tennis Club where there was an entry of 22. Girls Junior Championship Betty Brady Cavan beats June Wade Navan 6-4 6-3 and there was an entry of 16. Boy’s Handicap Eamonn Marron beat John Gear 6-3 3-6 6-2 and there was an entry of 22.

Sarah Cullen Assistant County Librarian passes her 1^st exam in Cataloguing and Classification Procedures at the Library Association of Ireland.

County Cavan Golf Club Saint Joseph’s Young Priests Society Cavan August 14^th 1953 County Council Cavan Urban Council Cavan County Committee of Agriculture are among the organisations extending sympathy to Margaret and the McCarren family on the death of Patrick MD McCarren and Company.

Old IRA Memorial to be unveiled at the Courthouse this Sunday.

Death of the legendary Bridie M Smith Brady Historian and writer after a long illness borne with customary courage and fortitude. Native of Castletara she particularly loved the Shantemon Mountain area and many of her poems and writings were based in that area. Gifted writer from her youth she penned ‘The Cockhill Road’ when a teenager and was a regular contributor to the Anglo Celt and Breffni Antiquarian Society and edited and contributed to Poet’s Corner in the Anglo Celt. In his tribute Playwright Joe O Reilly lauds Bridie M Smith Brady as a lady of fantastic imagination who could pick an incident out of ancient Irish History and bring it alive in vibrant colour and verse. She joined the Anglo Celt in the Accounts Department in 1905 before going to an Accountancy firm to study Accountancy rejoining the Anglo Celt in 1933. She was married to E Brady NT Ballyhaise who died early in life and lived most of her life with her brother Matt (Staff Officer Cavan County Council) and sister in Law Elizabeth Smith Drumbo where she died last Wednesday after a long illness borne great courage and resignation to God’s Will. She demanded loyalty from those around her and in turn was a good and faithful colleague in whom her friends could confide with confidence and be counselled wisely. She was a well known local Archaeologist and was frequently consulted by experts from the National Museum. Bridie M was a very humble religious charitable and cultured lady. She was aunt of PJ McCafrey Anglo Celt and later ‘Hole in the Wall’ Pub Phoenix Park Dublin. The Funeral from the cathedral was one of the biggest and most representative ever seen where all classes and creeds shoed their respects to a great Cavan personality. Burial took place in Killygarry Cemetery.

August 21st 1954 Outcry at Cavan County Council over the continuing practice of the local Banks to close from 1-2 on the day of the monthly fair leaving customers queuing and waiting for cash to complete their transaction. It was mentioned that in Monaghan the Banks closed from 11-12 and that this was much more suitable than the present arrangement in Cavan where they literally closed when most needed. Paddy Conaty proposed and MR Cassells seconded a proposal to forward to the Banks to adapt the same hours during the Cavan Fair as they exercised in Monaghan.

Final arrangements for the 54^th Cavan Show appointing Stewards and Collectors and prohibiting all cars from entering the Show grounds. Present were PN Smith Chairman M/S D O Brien George Morris K Kemp J Byrne R Quinlan and RS Black Senior.

Peggy Raftery is the only girl to achieve Honours in the Leaving Certificate at Loreto College Cavan. Peggy got Honours in Irish English French History and a Pass in Latin Geography and Mathematics.

Death of John F Conaty Annagelliffe on Wednesday after delivering milk to the town as was his norm for the last long number of years. Distinguished member of Cavan Committee of Agriculture. He was an expert in all things got to do with the land and the advancement of the farming community both at local and national level. He was father of Paddy Conaty Fianna Fail member of Cavan Urban Council and Cavan County Council. The funeral was one of the biggest  ever seen in Cavan with many people travelling long distances to be present.

Sympathy is extended to the Fitzpatrick Family and to Patricia O Reilly Insurance Broker on the death of their mother Grace  relict of John Fitzpatrick former Head of the Gas Company in Abbey Street. Funeral following Mass in the Cathedral to Glasnevin Cemetery.

Sister Jacinta is installed into the Our Lady of Fatima Order at the Church of the Most Holy Redeemer Alphonsus Road Dublin in the presence of her father and mother Edward and Elizabeth Kinsella (Nee Reilly) and other members of her family. She is the second eldest of the Kinsella family Tullac Mongan Cavan.

Corporal Mervyn Cinnamond British RAF stationed in Cornwall is on 40,000 mile tour of the Pacific. Stopping off in Ceylon New Zealand Fiji and Australia. Educated at Cavan Number 1 School The Royal School Cavan, Mervyn first worked with his cousins the Pollocks in The County Cavan Stores before joining the RAF in 1946. He has served in Germany and Gibraltar and is based in Wales. Mervyn is son of Edward and Mrs Cinnamond Church Street.

Death of Sister M Therese Kennedy at Loreto College. Native of Ballyferriter Dingle County Kerry. She was a member of the Loreto Order for the last 14 years. Bishop Quinn Presided at the Solemn Requiem Mass in the Convent Chapel where Father Pat Brady Saint Patrick’s College was Deacon Father PJ Gargan Sub Deacon with burial later in the adjoining graveyard.

Marian Year pilgrimage to Saint Mary’s Ballyhaise with bus fare 1 shilling return is very well patronised. Benediction imparted by Bishop Quinn at the end of the ceremony on the feast of the Immaculate Heart of Mary with each pilgrim receiving a Plenary Indulgence. Further pilgrimages to Ballyhaise are planned before the end of Marian Year 1954.

Hubert Duffy son of Paddy and Anna Duffy Owen Roe Terrace Cavan tops the Honours List at Saint Patrick’s College. Hubert a brilliant pupil scored honours in Irish Latin Greek English Physics and Chemistry with a Pass in Mathematics. Daniel Gallogly Ballinamore is credited with Honours in Irish English Latin Pass in Maths Physics and Chemistry. Matty Connolly achieves 2 Honours, Brian Corr had an Honourable Honour in Irish. 41 students sat the Leaving and there was 5 Honours and 33 passes.

August 28^th 1954 Hohner Accordions. “Keep the party going indoor and outdoor with a Hohner Accordion from Smyth’s 60 Main Street Cavan”.

Aidan Madden beats J P Mansfield 3 and 2 in the Final of the O Hanlon Cup for Handicappers 18 and over.

Mr and Mrs Thomas Smith 3 Colman Road celebrate the Golden Jubilee of their Marriage with Mass in the Convent Chapel celebrated by Father Jimmy O Reilly Adm followed by a Reception in the house. They originally had 21 children and there are 2 sons and 7 daughters still alive. They now have 29 grand children and 3 great grand children.Mr Smith is a veteran of the Boer War and was later Weigh master in the Market Yard for 48 years. Present at the Golden Jubilee celebrations were the surviving sons Hugh and Tony daughters Ettie Doyle Mary McCluskey Mr and Mrs Peter Heller with their 2 children from the USA.

Paddy Smith Chairman of Cavan County Council seconded by Dan McDonald on behalf of the Council and Staff extends sympathy to the wife and family of the late John Maguire Clerical Officer with Cavan County Council. All present standing .

Valerie McClelland Connolly Street follows in the footsteps of her brother Ivan by winning a Day Scolarship to the Royal School.

Linus McDonald Main Street is the lucky winner of £60 in the Gael Linn Draw.

September 4^th 1954 4 Kilmore patients are back in Lisdarn after a gruelling pilgrimage to Lourdes for the Marian Year. Travelling by sea and train 2 of the Monaghan patients died during the long trip Mary McGuiness (26) Smithboro and Matthew Duffy Castleblayney. The patients were accompanied by MA Cooney County Medical Officer of Health and Nurses M McManus Matron McGovern Galligan and Keogan.

Cootehill the new power in Cavan football retain their title with a 1-13 to 1-3 drubbing of Mullahoran in a desperately one sided and disappointing County Final at Breffni Park. Junior Champions in 1952 Cootehill retained their Senior crown which they won for the first time last year. Record Gate of £203 -15-9—

 £4 up on last year. Cootehil led by 1-8 to 0-1 at the interval. They beat both Cornafean and Lavey on their way to the Final. On this display they will dominate Cavan football for many years to come. Scorers for Cootehill Celtic Gerry Curran 1-3 Brian Gallagher 0-5 Gerry Keyes 0-2 Charlie Gallagher A Carragher 0-1 each. Scorers for a desperately disappointing Mullahoran Dreadnoughts Jack Boylan 1-1 Brian O Reilly and John Brady 0-1 each.

Cavan Boy Scouts return from 2 weeks camping holiday in Enniscrone under Scoutmaster John Donohoe and Acting Troop Chaplain Father Torlac O Reilly. The holiday was a great success with swimming in the sea twice  day football and games in the sand hills. The 40 members returned by private cars supplied by the parents fit and bronzed.

Joe Gilchrest a native of Drumbo dies in Australia. Active member of the old IRA he emigrated to Australia at an early age and never returned home. Sympathy is extended to his brothers sister and other relatives.

Richard Black breaks his leg playing soccer at Kilmore. On enquiry at the Hospital it was reported that Richard was making a full recovery.

September 11^th 1954 KLM flight from  Amsterdam to New York dives into Shannon Estuary just seconds after a 10 minute refuelling at Shannon Airport. There was 46 passengers and 10 crew on board and miraculously 22 passengers and 7 crew survived when the plane embedded itself on a mud bank in the Estuary. Unfortunately 28 people lost their lives-no Irish on board.

54^th Cavan Show draws a record crowd on a perfect day to Cavan Showgrounds.There was a record entry of over 2,200 in all categories. Entries were up 100 on last year. Results Whole Wheat Bread Mrs JG Kennedy 29 Cathedral Road 2^nd Myrtle Henderson Medical Hall Church Street 3^rd Mrs James Dawson Keadue Lodge Cavan. Plate of Pastries Nancy Wall Saint Anne’s Cavan Currant Cake Mrs Brigid Kavanagh 22 Wolfe Tone Street 2^nd Mrs J Brady Main Street 3^rd Mrs Thomas Brady 10 College Street. Soda Bread Mrs J Brady Main Street 2^nd Brigid Kavanagh 22 Wolfe Tone Street. Griddle Bread Myrtle Henderson 2^nd Mrs RS Black 9 Aynsley Terrace Cavan.Sanwich Cake (Jam)1^st Mrs Myrtle Henderson 2nd Mrs Mary McEntee 73 Church Street. Potato Cake Miss May Fitzpatrick Glenair Cathedral Road 2^nd Mrs B Pratt Drumconnick 3^rd Mrs Jim Cherry Cloverhill.Gooseberry Jam Mrs Halpin Ford Lodge 2^nd Mrs JJ Kenny Legaland.Strawberry Jam Mrs JJ Kenny Legaland Black Currant Jam 1^st and 2^nd Mrs Ned Cinnamond Church Street. Marmalade Jam Mrs Alice McConnell Ashe street. Raspberry Jam Mrs Jams Dawson Keadue Lodge 2^nd Myrtle Henderson 3^rd Mrs FW Swan County Hotel. Rhubarb Jam 1^st Kathy Mallon College Street. Fine Lace Mrs Rose Brady 1 Urney Terrace. Tea Cloth Mrs Kathleen S McKenna Main Street. Embroidery on Cotton Mrs Belder Pratt Drumconnick.

Cork beat Wexford 1-9 to 1-6 in a titanic Hurling Final before a record attendance of 84,856 who paid record gate receipts of £10,657. The attendance was a staggering 13,000 larger than the previous record. Cork forward Christy Ring won his 8^th All Ireland medal.

The Government spent £23,984,000 on Social Welfare in 1953.£8,766,000 for Old Age Pension £4413 for Children’s allowance £1,452,000 for Widows and Orphans and £1,437,000 for Unemployment Assistance. The total bill for administering the service was £813,000.

Michael N Conlon  former Town Clerk Cavan Urban Council and Staff Officer Department of Health Louth County Council is appointed Town Clerk of Ennis County Clare. Outstanding tennis gaelic football hurling exponent he is a former member of the Pavilion Musical Society.

Holiday time in Cavan with L Byrne holidaying with his brother Jack after 15 years in New York. SM Coyle from New Jersey holidaying with his sister Kathy Marron Cathedral Road.

Death of Annie Burns relict of Patrick Annagelliffe in Saint Phelim’s Hospital. Extremely popular and very religious lady. Funeral from Saint Brigid’s Cemetery to the adjoining cemetery.

Death of Emily Reid at the residence of her daughter Mrs Shannon Main Street Kingscourt. Outstanding exhibitor at Cavan Show she won many prizes for her produce and flower arranging. Sympathy is extended to her husband and family. Funeral from Cavan Parish Church to Kilmore cemetery.

New Nurses Home adjacent to the Surgical Hospital (McMullin’s House ‘Inis Fail’) will accommodate the entire Nursing Staff of 16 and 2 Radiographers.

Death of the very popular and very religious and charitable Nora Murray Cathedral Road. She was wife of Joe Murray Garda Superintendent and was one of Cavan’s most popular and best known figures. Native of Bundoran she had been ill for a long time and bore her illness with great fortitude and courage. Her funeral from the Cathedral was one of the largest ever seen in the town. Burial took place in Killygarry cemetery. Mr P Lavery District Justice was represented at the Funeral by P Hoey District Court Clerk.

Raymond Brady eldest son of Maurice and Kay Brady Upper Main Street tops the Honours List with 7 Honours in the Intermediate Certificate at Saint Patrick’ College.

September 18th 1954 Coalition Government begin to pull back on their promise to locate a new County Hospital  at Keadue Cavan.T F O Higgins Minister for Health meets a deputation from Cavan County Council. Later it emerges that no action will be taken on the erection of the Hospital until 1959 at the earliest. More and more it would seem from the columns of the Anglo Celt at this period it was “To Hell or to Cavan” as far as successive Ministers for Health and  Governments were concerned.

Lourdes Shrine at Drung Church donated by wealthy Dublin business man Patrick J Brady in memory of his parents and family is unveiled by the Bishop of Kilmore Austin Quinn at a largely attended ceremony at Drung Church. The contractors were Smith and Reilly Ballyhaise under the supervision of Paddy Gaffney BE. The Sculptures by JA Degini and Son Dublin. The gates and surround were made and erected by Corry’s Bailieboro.The ceremony was relayed on the Public Address by Smyth’s 60 Main Street Cavan who also did the entire electrical wiring at Drung Church where Tommy McCormack Tullac Mongan and Jimmy Mallon Owen Roe were in charge of operations.

Cavan Haps win the Junior Divisional Final when they beat old foes Ballyhaise 2-7 to 1-4 at Ballyhaise on Sunday. The Harps led by 1-2 to 0-4 at half time .The Harps completely dominated the second half and Tommy Sheridan  0-2 Paddy Brady goal Petsie Lawlor  and Cathal Young 0-1 added to the total.

Cavan Rugby Club 1954 President George V Maloney Secretary Cyril Anderson Treasurer F Hall Match Secretary Dessie Tweedy Captain Garrett Cooney Vice Captain Norman Cinnamond. Thanks is voted to John Anderson Royal School for the playing field Anglo Celt for publicity and Ulster Arms for facilities on match days Red Cross for attending all the home games Arthur McLoughlin for refereeing many of the home games. Committee M Donnelly A McLoughlin F Lynott C Fay Richard S Black Senor. First game of the Season is against Enniskillen.

Maire Donlon Saint Phelim’s Place tops the Intermediate Honours List at Loreto College with Honours in Irish English Latin French Mathematics History and Geography Music. Pass in Drawing. Maidre was closely followed by Tullyco native Nancy Brady with Honours in Irish English French History and Geography Pass in Drawing and Latin.

Closing Down Sale at County Cavan Stores owned by the Pollock family for many years now owned by the Porter’s from Clones. There are give away bargains in every department. W H Woolworth have bought the Store and will commence trading shortly.

Breffni Park Draw 1^st £20 Donal Brady White Star 2^nd £5 Mrs Fay Owen Roe Terrace 3^rd £2 Felix McElhane C/o Sullivan’s .3 prizes of £1 Steve Duggan Ballyhaise College Deidre Malone Gaelic House Mrs Maguire Wolfe Tone Street Promoter’s Prize £2 Mick Foynes Butlersbridge.£3,751 in prizes paid to date.

Parochial Bazaar in Town Hall with valuable prizes donated by local traders. Door to door collection for Parochial funds will be taken up each week from the end of the month.

20 tons of hay destroyed at Saint Patrick’ College despite early arrival of the Fire Brigade under Phil Wright with Aidan Madden Captain. The alarm was raised by Patrick Smith Steward at the college.

Orders made by County Manager Dermot McCarthy Susan Smith Carrickaboy to be cook with full accommodation and board at Nurses Home £34 per annum. Anne Smith from Carrickaboy and Mary J McCabe Tunnyduff be appointed Wardsmaids in Cavan Surgical Hospital at £60 per annum. Frank O Keefe and Dick Mulcahy appointed Drivers with Cavan Fire Brigade at £25 per annum.Helen Halligan Clerical Officer Cavan County Council to replace John V Kelly in Taxation Office. Collette McSherry 9 Saint Felim’s Place be appointed Clerk Typist at £160 per annum rising to £275 with the usual allowances.

September 25^th 1954 Awaiting entries from Library

October 2nd 1954 Four Cavan men in collision with a car driven by 19 year old French student Dominic Pratt with an address t Fitzwilliam Square Dublin in the Phoenix Park while returning from the All Ireland Final at 8 pm on Sunday evening. The occupants were rushed to Dr Stevens Hospital where C Miney Rossa Place Carpenter  Paddy Brady UDC Saint Phelim’s Place and John Reilly Main Street Cavan was detained in Hospital suffering from had injuries. The French student was later convicted of speeding and dangerous driving causing injury.

Eugene Monahan 56 Upper Main Street is appointed Agent for Morgan Cal Importers.

Breffni Park Draw 1^st £20 Frank Carroll Creighan Terrace 2^nd £5 May McConnell Ashe Street 3^rd £2 Charley O Rourke Town hall Street Prizes of £1 each to Mel Doherty Saint Brigid’s Terrace Mrs McEntee College Street and Cyril McGovern Swellan. Promoter’s Prize £2 Joe O Rourke Town Hall Street.

Meath beat a listless out of sorts Kerry team 1-13 to 1-7 to win their 2^nd All Ireland at Croke Park Dublin. Meath tore into the fray as if their very lives depended on the outcome while Kerry seemed to be surprised at the ferocity of the exchanges and never got to grips with the game. To rub salt in the wound Dublin beat Kerry in the All Ireland Minor Final with a goal in the very last second to leave the final score Kerry 2-3 Dublin 1-8.

Dr M Viney Bishop of Rhodes is staying in the Farnham Hotel while he looks up his Cavan roots. He is also planning to go to Donegal where the family originated.

Death of Mrs Mary McCullough Rosculligan.She was relict of John and a member of the Quinn family, she was one of the oldest and most respected residents in the town. Sympathy is extended to her sons daughters and reltives.Funeral from the Cathedral to Cullies cemetery.

Death of Patrick Cosgrove at the residence of his sister ‘The Bungalow ‘Keadue Lane. He returned from the USA after many years just a few short years ago. Funeral from Saint Aidan’s Butlersbridge to the New cemetery.

Death of Michael Brady Upper Main Street and late of Lisatoo Stradone. Came to live in the town after he retired. Funeral from Laragh Church to the adjoining cemetery.

Father Eugene Ward conducts a 5 day Retreat for member of the Legion of Mary in the Poor Clare Convent Chapel with sessions morning and evening. The mission concludes with Solemn Benediction and Papal Blessing.

Capacity attendances at Harvest Thanksgiving in Methodist Church with Rev W S Dale and W S Callaghan officiating. Myrtle Henderson was on the organ and Rev G D Slath the Preacher.

WA Ryan Halifax Nova Scotia is staying with his friends Mr and Mrs Vincent Cullen whom he met while the Cullens were out visiting their daughter Mrs W Purcell in Canada. Just retired after 44 years he was Treasurer of the Irish Canadian Society which is in existence since 1786.

K Askins Danesfort wins prizes at the Royal Horticultural Show for her fine display of dahlias and flower arrangements.

Very successful Fashion Show in the Town Hall by Vera Brady Auburn House as she unveils the Autumn Fashions for 1954. All the clothes are Irish manufactured and designed. Models from the Betty Whelan Agency captivated the capacity attendance.

Paul Ronan Printing Department Anglo Celt is presented with a hefty wallet of notes to mark his retirement after 50 years service to the Anglo Celt by WP O Hanlon Managing Director in the Farnham Hotel. Tributes are paid to Paul by Jimmy Donoghue Linotype Operator and legend Gerry Kelly UDC Rotary Engineer. Later the staff and management joined in musical items and mirth.

Cavan Bridge N/S Una Brennan and J M Breen E/W Mr Moynihan and Mr Mansfield.

Barry Cullen 2^nd son of  Mr and Mrs Surgeon Cullen marries Ann eldest daughter of J P Black Clones at The Pro Cathedral Marlborough Street Dublin.

October 9^th 1954 A branch of Northern Insurance with MP O Carroll Manager opens at 99 Main Street Phone Cavan 162.

Big sales drive for newly launched  Astor Cigarettes costing 1/- for 10 and 2/- for 20.

Dympna Maloney daughter of George V and Eileen Farnham Street weds John McNicholas son of Brigid and the late Patrick McNicholas Foxford County Mayo at University Church Stephen’s Green Dublin. Papal blessing was imparted after Nuptial Mass.

Breffni Park Draw 1^st and £20 Steve Duggan Ballyhaise College 2^nd John Reilly Derrylena Butlersbridge 3^rd £2 Eddie Maguire 19 Saint Brigid’s Terrace Cavan Prizes of £1 to Mr Ryan Abbey Street Rev T Canon McCormack South Wales and BF Kiernan Carrigallen.Promoter’s Prize Joe O Rourke Market Square.

According to the most recent Census the population of the Republic of Ireland is 2,933,000.

Peggy Donegan Tullac Mongan Mary Walsh Keadue Peggy Smith (Shop Assistant) Betty Brady Susan Coyle and Jack Smith (Irish Agent for McCarren’s) are all on board the SS George as it sails out of Cobh for the USA. All are emigrating to New York.

Harvest Thanksgiving at Cavan Parish Church on Friday and Sunday nights. Service conducted by CM Kenna Rector Church of Ireland Edgeworthstown assisted by GN Cave and Rev Canon JM McBrien. Soloist was Oliver Black with the legendary Mrs Daniels Drumard House on the organ.

Cavan Players present ‘Is The Priest at Home’ by Joseph Tumulty produced by Dr FPE Smith for the coming season of Drama Festivals.

The State benefits to the tune of an incredible £23 million from the sale of cigarettes in 1953. Income Tax was £20,214000 Excise duty on beer and spirits £5.60 million Duty on Petrol £6.8 million.

Carmel McDonald and Frankie Cinnamond win the first Badminton competition of the new season at Cavan Pavilion Club.

October 16th 1954 Tom F O Higgins Minister for Health on a visit to Cavan hints at problems with funding for the new Hospital at Keadue Cavan. Later back in Dublin the Minister confirms that the Hospital Project for Cavan has been postponed until 1959!

Death of James Meehan Wolfe Tone Street well known pig dealer in the area. He spent many years in Canada before returning to his native Cavan town. Father PJ Gargan officiated at the funeral from the Cathedral to Cullies cemetery.

CYMS Whist Drive Top Score MJ Clarke Swellan 1^st Lady Mrs Sloan Ballinagh 2^nd Mary McGovern Church Street 1^st Gent P Murray Tullac Mongan 2^nd Gent PJ Masterson Cornafean and Frank Tully (Tie).

Cavan Bridge Club 1954 President Surgeon BT Cullen Captain John M McBreen Secretary JP Mansfield Treasurer Dermot Morgan Committee Rev Sean O Reilly Saint Patrick’s College William Browne MA and Mr Moynihan.

October 23^rd 1954 TP McKenna Mullagh last July gave up his job as a Banker in Dublin when informed that he was being transferred to the Ulster Bank in Killeshandra. Despite the outcry from his family who were totally opposed to TP going into the professional theatre he is making a big name for himself with Anew McMaster at the Pyke Theatre playing second lead to McMaster in 3 Shakespearian plays Horatio in Hamlet Horbensio in The Taming of the Shrew Albany in King Lear. Educated at Saint Patrick’s College where he came under the tuition of the legendary Father Vincent Kennedy he was a star of the annual Gilbert and Sullivan operas staged by the College in the Town Hall. Passed his leaving certificate with distinction in 1948 he was later recruited by the Ulster Bank and worked in Dublin. Member of the Rathmines and Rathgar Musical Society he was also a member of the Dublin Shakespearian Society and toured all over the country presenting Shakespearian plays to schools and colleges that were on the Leaving Certificate Curriculum.TP is finding it a big change to adapt from being an amateur actor to the professional ranks saying that attitude and demands from the professional ranks are very exacting. TP is son of Ralph McKenna Mullagh grandson of TP McKenna MP former Chairman of Cavan County Council. He is a cousin of PJ O Reilly State Solicitor Bailieborough and Father Torlac O Reilly Saint Patrick’s College Cavan.

Death of Elizabeth Miney Rossa Place wife of Thomas Miney and mother of a very large family. She was a daily Communicant and a life long member of  the Sodality. Rev AB McGrath officiated at the funeral from the Cathedral to Potahee.

Charles O Rourke son of Frank and Teresa O Rourke Market Square obtains his Engineering degree with Honours at UCD. Charlie has been appointed to the staff of Dublin Corporation.

New Boxing Club for Cavan town ‘Breffni Boxing Club’ with President Father PJ Gargan Chairman Dr FPE Smith Vice Chairman A ‘Sandy’ Gordon Secretary Frank O Keeffe and Captain Sean ‘Spider’ Donohoe. Committee Harry Dale Bobby Gray Stan Mullery W Heavey Liam Bogue James Brady Dr R Walsh Trainer Sergeant Hennelly.

Death of Ellen (Nelly) Harper daughter of Mr and Mrs Harper Farnham Cavan. She was a Cashier in Tweedy Acheson’s before going to work in George Fagan’s. She emigrated to Wales in 1937 and joined the Women’s Royal Army Corps and later worked in the British War Office who were all represented at the funeral.

October 30^th 1954 County Manager’s Orders (Dermot McCarthy) Richard T McCarthy to be Clerk of Works at £10 per week with the usual allowances and conditions. Benny Conaty Connolly Street to supply stout to the Institutions at 7/9 per dozen and Soda Water (Bottled) at 5/1 per dozen. Sean Fitzpatrick’s Tunnyduff quote of £864-10-0 for the erection of the new Dispensary at Mountain Lodge to be accepted.

Among the winners in this week’s Breffni Park Draw are £5 S Marron Auburn House Aidan Foynes Butlesbridge and Mrs O Dowd Farnham Street £1 each.

GM Cooney son of County MOH Dr MA Cooney qualifies as a Solicitor –he is presently apprenticed to M Maguire Longford.

Mick Delahuanty enchants the capacity crowd at the annual Pavilion Dance in the Pavilion Ballroom which was beautiful decorated and there were many spot prizes for the dancers.

Death of  James McCusker Main Street after a long illness. He was the proprietor of the well known Hairdressing Salon in Main Street and for many years he ran a very successful Snooker Club at the back of the premises. Sympathy is extended to his wife family and other relatives. Father AB McGrath officiated at  the funeral from the Cathedral to Killygarry cemetery.

Private Liam Moore wins the Eastern Command 7^th Battalion light middle weight championships at Collin’s Barracks.

CYMS Whist Drive Top Score Mrs Donohoe Laragh 1^st Lady Mrs Eugene Smith Church Street 2^nd Lady Tie Mrs Arnold and Mary McGovern Church Street.1^st Gent P Brogan Butlersbridge 2^nd Gent Michael Clarke Swellan.

November 6^th 1954 Death of the well known highly respected William Weir 19 Breffni Terrace veteran of the Boer War, he also fought in the First World War 1914-1918. Father JJ O Reilly Adm officiated at the funeral from the Cathedral to Cullies cemetery.

County Board Comaltas Ceoltori Na H Eireann formed at meeting in the Town Hall President Dr BJ Galligan Chairman S Duffy NT Arva Vice Chairman Miss M Fox Cavan Secretary Eileen McEidin Arva Assistant Secretary Brian Flynn Kilnaleck Joint Treasurers James McCabe Drumcrow and Andy Smith Lavey. The meting concluded with a well attended Ceilidhe in the Town Hall.

Cavan Bridge N/S Kathy Brady and Gerry Hunt E/W Kathleen Sullivan and JM Breen.

Cavan go down to Ballymena 15-3 in the first round of the Ulster Junior Cup at the Royal School grounds despite an early try from Norman Cinnamond that tied the game at 3-3 at the interval. Ballymena pack exerted their superiority in the second half Birt Balmer try and a penalty goal by Hamilton sealed the issue for Ballymena who will be a force in the remainder of the competition.

1^st Parochial Bazaar in 17 years a resounding success with prizes donated by local firms and all the ticket sellers canvassers collectors and stewards giving of their time freely and generously. Father Jimmy O Reilly Adm thanked everybody particularly MC Gerry Lovett for making the Bazaar such a great success.

Sympathy is extended to Matt Fay Licensed Vintner Upper Main Street on he death of his father in Straugh Ballyjamesduff. The deceased was if advanced years and very popular un the locality.

Death of Andy Ronaghan Town Hall Street after a long illness borne with courage and fortitude. Member of one of Cavan’s leading business families Andy worked in the Family Butcher’s Shop at Main Street opposite Bridge Street Corner for many years. He was eldest son of Mr and Mrs Charles Ronaghan Main Street. He is survived by his wife Christina and one young son Paddy sisters Mary Anne O Reilly Church Street Mrs B O Connor Main Street Sally O Rourke Saint Phelim’s Place and Betty Greene Main Street. Funeral from the Cathedral to Cullies cemetery.

Social and presentation o J P O Connell Hibernian Bank to mark his transfer as Manager to the Sligo Branch. He has served the Community in Cavan for the last 11 years. He was Chairman of the Cavan Players Assistant Secretary at County Cavan Golf Club Cavan Drama Festival and active member of the Saint Vincent De Paul and other Church charities and activities. He will be replaced by William Righill from the Sligo Branch of the Bank. The presentation on behalf of the Cavan Players to Mr and Mrs O Connell was made by Dr FPE Smith in the Farnham Hotel.

Presentation in the Pavilion to Noel and Kathleen Mullin and Dickey and Imelda Mullery to mark their recent marriages.

New Gramophone Society President William Browne MA Chairman Rev Robert McCabe Saint Patrick’s College Secretaries Tom McConville and Dr P Watters Treasurer Eugene Timmoney.

1^st Recital by Father Robert McCabe included Mozart in D Major and Schubert’s Unfinished Symphony.

November 27th 1954  Saint Patrick’s College Dublin Branch President Paul Galligan Chairman J Doren O Reilly PC Secretary Michael Gilheaney MSc Treasurer Patrick McDonald BE and Malachy Leamont.

Death of Andrew Geraghty Colman Road at the residence of his daughter Rosaleen Saint Phelim’s Place. Late of CIE where he spent 48 years of his life. Native of Westmeath he came to Cavan after school and apprenticeship and spent all of his adult life in Cavan town. Distinguished member of Cavan Urban Council for many years-he was a past Chairman and Vice Chairman of the body Funeral from the Cathedral to Killygarry cemetery.

Breffni Park Draw 1^st £20 Joe Finegan Main Street 2^nd £5 Mrs Anna McEntee 57 Min Street 3^rd £2 Annie Brady Town Hall Street £1 each to  Ann Moore C/o McCarren’s H Toney NT Lisboduff J Reilly Carrickaboy £2 Promoter’s Prize to  Tommy Reilly The Regal.

John Joe O Reilly College Street on his way to Chicago after Social and presentation to him by his many friends and neighbours in the Railway Hotel Cavan.

Death of Kathleen Cassells in London. She was a sister of Elizabeth McCormack 5 Saint Mary’s Terrace and aunt of Teddy McCormack Anglo Celt.

December 4^th 1954 Mary Donohoe LDS Church Street Bailieborough is appointed Dental Surgeon Cavan County Council. She was originally Assistant Dental Officer for schools in County Down.

Breffni Park Draw 1^st £20 Jim Leonard 2^nd £5 Valerie McCarren 3^rd £2 Phyllis Smith Main Street. Promoter’s Prize £2 William Bergin Abbey Street.

Pat Crowley and his Orchestra from Cork entertain a packed to capacity attendance in the Town Hall for the Bachelor’s Ball. Supper was later served in the Ulster Arms.

CYMS Whist  Top Score Mrs B Sloan Ballinagh 1^st Lady A Storey Swellan 2^nd Mrs Dowd Saint Phelim’s Place 1^st Gent Jimmy McCormack 5 Saint Mary’s Terrace 2^nd Gent Joe (Bendy) Fitzpatrick College Street.

Sir Winston Churchill celebrates his 80^th Birthday as the World salutes one of the truly great figures of the 20^th century. He appears on BBC TV for an interview before being received by Princess Elizabeth at Buckingham Palace. Both House of Parliament meet in Westminster Great Hall to present Winston with £150,000 which is only a small part of the donations to the Birthday Fund. Over 7,000 messages and telegrams from leaders all over the world including President Sean To O Kelly and the Pontiff Pius X11 are received.

December 11th 1954 Worst storm for years as the country is battered by gales rain and snow. Telephone and Electricity supplies disrupted. Many cars left the town for Knock to celebrate the close o the Marian Year. Only one car made it through leaving at 8:45 and returning at 8:15 on the 8^th December after attending all of the ceremonies in Knock. The River Annalee and Erne burst their banks.

Ailing Pope Pius X11 closes the Marian Year as millions tune into Vatican Radio in Rome on radio and television.

Newly formed Comaltas Ceoltori Eireann get off to a flying start by urging Cavan Urban Council not to let the Town Hall at the low rate to those promoting foreign and imported dance and music. The Council decide to discriminate between the various types of dances with Modern and Old Time to be charged at the higher rate while subsidising the Weekly Ceilidhe in the Town Hall !

Guinness and Company make an astounding profit of £5,862,496 up 23% on the corresponding period last year.

Cavan Urban Council total expenditure for the year is a modest £27,054. While there is general disquiet at the attitude of tenants adjoining the Protestant cemetery who are using the facility for grazing goats and have knocked huge holes in the perimeter fences allowing horses to be admitted to the cemetery despite the protests of the Haddock Family who are the Caretakers. Town Clerk is instructed to write to the tenants warning them of their trespassing.

County Cavan Golf Club 1955 President John F O Hanlon Captain Jack Sullivan Secretary Dermot Morgan for the 20^th consecutive year Assistant Secretary Dr FPE Smith. Committee Louis Blessing T Brady Dr MA Coney Dr BT Cullen Tom J Fitzpatrick Bob Henderson Jim Leonard MJ Magee Jim Rafter Edward T O Hanlon.Vote of thanks to the outgoing Captain Dr MA Cooney. Winners 1954 President’s Priize J Mansfield and Molly Finnegan Captain’s Prize Harry O Connell Dr Cullen Cup Dr RJ O Reilly O Hanlon Cup A Madden Farnham Cup Hubert Duffy.Ladies’ Section President’s Prize Minnie McCarren Captain’s Maureen McDonald and Senior Cup Kathleen Sullivan.

End of Marian Year Mass in McCarren’s Factory where the altar and surrounds were beautifully decorated and the celebrant was Father AB McGrath.

CYMS Whist Top Score Tommy Young Ashe Street 1^st Lady Kathleen Meehan Military Row 2^nd lady Miss Matthews 1^st Gent JJ Norry 2^nd Gent John Clarke Cavan

Bridge Club N/S Mr and Mrs Reardon E/W Kathleen Sullivan and Maureen McDonald.

Clive Anderson gives this week’s recital at the well attended an appreciative Cavan Gramophone Society. Next recital by Laurette Kiernan.

Cavan Urban Council is to build 50 additional 3 bedroom houses at Swellan under the Housing of Middle Classes Act 1946.This development when completed will bring to 270 the number of houses owned by Cavan UDC.

Death of Joseph Grey Lisnageer Cootehill at Rossa Place. He was uncle of Robert Grey Building Contractor Drumnavanagh. He was a Master Joiner by trade. Funeral from Methodist Church Cloverhill to Aughnamullen cemetery County Monaghan.

December 18th 1954 Cavan Christmas Tree 1954 Chairman Jimmy Finlay Treasurer Tommy Reilly Secretary Frank O Keeffe. Santa will arrive on the Fire Tender attended by member of Cavan Fire Brigade under Captain Aidan Madden. He will then distribute gifts to over 400 children in the Town Hall.

Congratulations to JP McMullin FRCSI eldest son of  Surgeon JC McMullin formerly of Cavan Surgical Hospital who has been admitted as a Fellow of the Royal College of Surgeons England. Surgeon McMullin is on the staff of Saint Elizabeth’s Hospital London.

Cavan Accordion Band 1955  Chairman Garda Nolan Vice Chairman Joseph McCabe Treasurer Louis Mallon Secretary Hubert Duffy Committee Sergeant Hennelly Patrick Woods  Garda Oates Patrick Marron Louis Ronan and Kevin McDermott.

Monthly meeting of the County Board CCE in the residence of Kathleen Galligan 13 Ashe Street.

 

Cavan Bridge N/S Kathleen Sullivan and Maureen McDonald E/W Father Sean O Reilly and William Browne.

Outstanding production at Loreto College in the presence of Bishop Quinn the pupils perform ‘The Message of Lourdes’. Before the play the Loreto Convent Choir of 100 pupils sang Ave Maria, My Sheppard, The Early Dawn. The breathtaking scenery was painted by Tom Jenkins Town Hall Street. The distinguished guests were entertained by the Mother Superior to a delightful supper at the interval.

Turkey Prices for Christmas vary from 3/6-3/8 for Cocks and 4/6 to 4/9 for Hens. Geese were being sold for 2/- to 2/3 per lb.

December 25th 1954 ‘The United Irishman’ and ‘Resurgent Ulster’ are banned from being sold or published in Northern Ireland by order of the Minister for Home Affairs GB Hanna Q C.

Loughan House on the shores of Lough McNean headquarters of the Society of the Missionaries of Africa is opened for the first time. The building was purchased 2 years ago and the former 6 bedroom house has undergone massive refurbishment since then by Paddy Elliott and Company Cavan. The White Fathers was  founded 70 years ago and has 3,000 missionaries ministering in 30 districts in Africa. Loughan House is now opened as a Philosophical College and will receive Irish students of Leaving Certificate standard. The Society ordains over 100 priests per year but need more than twice that to cater for the demand in African countries.

Holy Father’s health has improved to allow him to meet with Ambassadors to the Holy Sea and he will  give his Christmas Message and Blessing at noon on Christmas Eve while he will appear briefly on the balcony overlooking Saint Peter’s Square to impart the Urbi et Orbi blessing on Christmas Day.

Inspector McLoughlin is transferred to Garda Headquarters and is replaced by Inspector Butler in Cavan.

Annual treat for Choir Boys and Altar Boys organised by Father AB McGrath CC includes free picture show in the Magnet Cinema and social and carol singing under the direction of Brother Augustus in the De La Salle School. At the conclusion of the festivities Father McGrath thanked both the Principal Brother Augustus and Brother Cyprian for their help and co operation and the Ladies’ committee  Maura Cullen Teresa O Rourke Mrs M Corr Mrs Tom McConville Margaret English Miss T Cooney  and Bella Power.

Andrew (Adge) G Galligan Connolly Street qualifies as an Accountant. He was educated at the Poor Clares’ De La Salle and Saint Patrick’s College and is eldest son of Michael J (Manager of Providers) and Maura Galligan Books Stationery and Office Supplies Connolly Street Cavan.

Death of John P McShane Farnham Road. One of the founders of Cavan Mineral Waters in 1927 along with John Coulter. Survived by his wife and family. Father PJ Gargan officiated at the funeral Mass in the Cathedral while Father AB McGrath officiated at the graveside in Killivirra Carlingford County Louth.

Marriage of Matthew J ( Mattie) Donohoe College Street and Canada son of Matt and Mrs Donohoe to Susan Boylan youngest daughter of Mr and Mrs P Boylan Scotstown County Monaghan in Notre Dame Church New Hyde Park Long Island New York. After their brief honeymoon in New York the couple returned to Canada.

CYMS Top Score Mrs Casey 2^nd Lady Mrs B McCabe 2^nd Lady Mrs Cyril Arnold.1^st Gent Jack Clerkin 2^nd Gent Pat O Neill Ulster Arms 3^rd Gent Tommy Connolly.

The Pavilion Club will present their 7^th Annual Pantomime Cinderella in the Town Hall from the 2^nd to -9^th of January 1955.

Phil Cullivan and Patrick Cooney are included in the Cavan/Armagh selection to play Belfast at the Royal School Grounds on January 1^st 1955.

Jim Scanlon with an address next to Mullery’s garage is offering 10% off all jewellery this Christmas and New Year.

January 1st 1955 Holy Father recovering his health as he takes drives and walks in private gardens at Vatican City.

Seamus Morris  Tom Hardy Brian O Reilly Pat Carolan Victor Sherlock Johnny Cusack and Tom Maguire are the Cavan representatives on the Ulster team.

Earl Sophia Burke daughter of Mr and Mrs E Burke  Hill House Durris Bantry County Cork marries Mervyn Alexander Cinnamond son of Edward and Mrs Cinnamond Church Street Cavan at Presbyterian Church Golden Green London. Rev E S Smith officiated.

Benjamin( Benny) O Rourke is the star  of the Christmas entertainment for The children of the Poor Clare Orphanage followed by a short picture show by Superintendent Joseph Murray. Saint Vincent De Paul distributed gifts to the children during the afternoon entertainment. Later Joe Murray and Saint Vincent De Paul entertained the patients in Saint Phelim’s Hospital.

Mild dry weather results in brisk trading in Cavan town in the week leading up to Christmas with no last minute rush on Christmas Eve as  the shelves of most shops were cleared of their stock.

Laurette Keenan gives the recital at Cavan Gramophone Club. Next recital by Dr P Watters.

January 8th 1955 Rainfall in Cavan during 1954 was 21% above normal. Total for the year was 49.30 inches while 46.23 inches fell in 1953.

County Manager Dermot McCarthy orders another 57 chairs for the Town Hall at £1-17-6 each from ‘Best All’ Newbridge after numerous incidents in the Hall where chairs were roughly handled and broken.

Death of Augustine (Gustie) Brady Master Plumber Church Street at the age of 65 after a long illness borne with great courage and fortitude. Brilliant Apprentice Plumber he won the British shield for outstanding workmanship in 1920. He was one of Ireland’s leading Plumbers and kept abreast of all new developments in the trade. Founder member and Chairman of Cavan Angler’s Club he won every honour the Club could bestow and only recently won the  Mayfly Cup in June 1954.He was seen fishing and shooting in all sorts of weather conditions. Founde member and officer of Cavan Dog and Gun Club. Prominent member of Cavan FCA during the Emergency from 1939-1945.He was a founder member of Cavan Fire Brigade and attended at the disastrous Convent Fire of February 1943 when 35 children and 1 adult were lost in the Saint Joseph’s Orphanage Fire. Led the campaign for improved Fire Brigade facilities in Cavan and throughout the country. Player and long time official of Cavan Slashers GFC.He was a native of Tullyco House. Survived by his wife Elizabeth sons Martin and Austin daughters Joan Jackson Coras Point sisters Mrs Paddy Young Margaret Gough and Mrs J Lee Dublin 1 daughters in law Mrs Martin Brady 1 son in law AM Jackson. The Fire Brigade provide a Guard of Honour at the Cathedral where Father Charles A Cartwright officiated assisted by Rev M Canon Kelly PP VF Ballinamore. He was brother of the late Rev Joe Brady PP Belturbet.

Among the winners of the Breffni Park Draw were 1^st and £20 Maggie Hickey £2 Ivan Black and £1 each Mrs Elizabeth Brady MA Young. Promoter’s Prize of £2 Joe O Rourke Market Square.

Cavan GAA make a presentation to Paddy Reilly Athbara House to mark his 50 years service  to Cavan GAA.  Chairman Secretary and Treasurer. First elected Secretary in 1904 after the GAA was reformed in the County by John F O Hanlon Andy McEntee Joe Smyth and Paddy. He has been County Treasurer for the last 28 years.

Death of Walter Jackson Killykeen.He was father of Maurice and Alan Jackson of Jackson’s Garage. Extensive farmer he was also the proprietor of the Pleasure House in Killykeen where his wife Sarah ran a high class catering business frequented by many families from Cavan town and surrounding areas. Survived by his wife Sarah sons Maurice Alan John and Stanley. Rev WJ Askins MA Dean of Kilmore officiated at the funeral from Kilmore Cathedral to the adjoining cemetery.

William P O Hanlon son of John F and the late Birdie O Hanlon marries Nuala Walters daughter of Geraldine and the late Dr Michael Walters 18 Upper Leeson Street. Rev P O Sullivan CC Donnybrook assisted by Father JJ O Reilly Adm Cavan officiated at Mass with Papal Blessing. The Bride was given away by her brother Michael while the Chief Bridesmaid was Wendy Walters sister of the Bride. The Best Man was Edward T O Hanlon while the Soloist was Peter Dunn Dalkey.Reception later at the residence of the Bride’s mother Mrs Geraldine Walters 18 Leeson Street Dublin.

January 15th 1955 Cavan beat Dungannon 6-0 at home with a penalty goal and try to nil. Phil Cullivan was the star of the team dominating the line outs from the second row. Pat Cooney Hooker was the other outstanding player on the field winning several strikes against the head. Norman Cinnamond was outstanding in the backs scoring the Cavan try and the full back Donnelly was soundness personified with Pratt kicking the penalty goal.

Butlersbridge Champions are comprehensively beaten 2-4 to 0-4 in the Final of the Minor Championship 1954.The Bridge laid siege to the Crosserlough goal for the first 15 minutes but after that their challenge petered out as a bigger stronger Crosserlough took over and led by 2-2 to 0-2 at half time with Vincent Black the star for Crosserlough. Crosserlough attacked all through the second half but the resolute Bridge defence in which full back Terry Smyth was outstanding only allowed them a further 2 points until they came roaring back themselves in the last few minutes to tack on 2 further points courtesy of Captain Con Smith and O Reilly who were the only scorers for the Bridge notching 2 points each. Rev Brother Cyril was the outstanding referee.

Cavan Association London  Chairman Rev John Moore Vice Chairman John Conway Virginia Secretary K  Doherty Glangevlin Treasurer J Clarke. Committee J Clarke Stradone P McGovern Glangevlin Johnny Brady Cavan Harry Mulvaney Maghera F Brady Killynebber J Gullen Ballyconnell and P Hetherton Munterconnaught.

Gramophone Society This week’s recital by Dr Patrick Watters while next week the recital will be given by Professor Browne MA.

CYMS Whist Top Score £3 John Lovett Cathedral Road 1^st Lady £1 Mrs Fitzpatrick Ballinagh 1^st £1Gent Garda Storey Swellan 2^nd10/- Mr Marron. Score Cards 2/6.

January 22^nd 1955 Breffni Park Draw 1^st £20 Mrs Walsh 1 College View 2^nd £5 Paddy Smith Ballyhaise 3^rd £2 Mr Conaty Butlersbridge.3 prizes of £1 Miss A McElgunn Ulster Arms Hotel Miss M Reilly Ulster Arms John McDowell Breffni Terrace. Promoter’s Prize £2 Olive Flood Bridge Street.

Death of the well known highly respected Ellen Foynes at her residence in Butlersbridge. Noted for her religious fervour hospitality and generous nature. Survived by her husband Michael Road Overseer with Cavan County Council sons daughters. Funeral from Saint Aidan’s Church Butlersbridge to Cullies cemetery.

Sympathy is extended to Father PJ Gargan and his twin brother Phil Proprietor of the Ritz Bar on the death of their father in Virginia. Bishop Austin Quinn officiated while Rev T F Brady CC assisted by Very Rev Canon V-Brady PP VF and PJ Gargan celebrated. Funeral from Saint Mary’s Church Virginia to the adjoining cemetery.

Death of Jams O Rourke 18 Owen Roe. Survived by his wife son and daughters. He was a former full time member of the Irish Army and was a highly popular resident. The local branch of the Ex Service Men formed a Guard of Honour wile the coffin was draped in the Tricolour. Father AB McGrath officiated at the well attended funeral from the Cathedral to Killygarry cemetery.

Death of the very well known Joe Maguire Bridge Street Proprietor of a Drapery Store in Bridge Street. He was a former Cavan Slashers player and mentor and was currently Vice Chairman of the Breffni Park Improvements Fund. Founder member of Cavan Drama Festival –he was  for many years Chairman of the Stage Committee. Native of Urney Butlersbridge he was only married last Summer when he was in advanced years. Survived by his wife father sisters relatives and many friends. Both Cavan Drama Festival and Breffni Park Improvement Fund Committees adjourned as a mark of respect. Father Charles  Cartwright officiated at the capacity attended Mass in the Cathedral with burial later in Killygarry cemetery.

January 29^th 1955 Gerry Maloney star of Cavan Slashers and Cavan Junior football and hurling county teams, he was one of the stars of the Bridge Street team who won the Street League in 1953 is the recipient of a presentation from his friends in Cavan Slashers to mark his departure for Athlone after 8 years spent in Cavan.

New De La Salle Flageolet Band formed President Rev JJ O Reilly Adm Chairman Brother Augustus Vice Chairman Brother Cyprian Secretary Garda Nichola Mullhall Treasurer Phil Lee Vice Treasurer Jack Reilly Committee Bandmaster Paddy Duffy Billy Sheridan P Burns and Jimmy Finlay.The Band will be known as the ‘Lasallian Band’ with members all boys from the De La Salle School ranging from 9-12.

Bridge Club N/S Dermot Morgan and TJ Malone E/W Rev Sean Reilly and Professor William Browne MA.

Brilliant recital by Professor Browne at the Gramophone Club when he plays a selection from Beethoven Chopin and Schumann to an appreciative audience.

Death of Owen Cusack Butlersbridge who was a well known Pig Dealer at fairs and markets. Rev AB McGrath officiated at the funeral from Saint Aidan’s Church to Killygarry cemetery.

Death of one of Cavan’s best known and much loved citizens Elizabeth Connolly Ballinagh at the residence of her son Patrick Ballinagh. She was widow of the late John Connolly one of Cavan’s foremost business men. By far the biggest funeral witnessed in Ballinagh since the death of her husband John. Hundreds of clergy descended on Saint Felim’s Ballinagh with the Bishop Most Rev Dr Quinn being represented. She is survived by her son Patrick Merchant Ballinagh Father Timothy Superior General Maynooth Mission to China Rev Michael Connolly SJ Saint Stanislaus College Limerick Dr Gerald A Connolly Our Lady of Lourdes Hospital Drogheda Rev Mother Mary of Saint Ultan Clones. She was sister of Mr R A Farrell Tunnyduff and aunt of Father James J O Reilly Adm Cavan who was the Chief Celebrant assisted by Father L Corr PP .Burial took place in Saint Felim’s cemetery Ballinagh.

February 6^th 1955 Death of the legendary Tommy Farrelly at his residence Ashe Street Cavan. Veteran of the Boer War Tommy was the 1^st and for many years the only Bookmaker in Cavan before opening his famous Confectionery and Fancy Goods Store in Ashe Street where his assistant was the incomparable Benny O Rourke comedian and wit and Jackie Smith his young neighbour and friend who always used a box behind the counter to aid his  height in transacting business. Tommy kept his shelves well stocked and remained open each day from 8 am until 12 midnight emerging from his living quarters to serve his many customers. Founder member of Cavan Coursing Club Tommy took part in the weekly hunts for many years. He later donated the famous Farrelly Cup the premier award at Cavan Coursing Club. Predeceased by his wife he is survived by his sister  nieces and nephews. Archdeacon Archie HW Shires officiated at the Funeral from Cavan Parish Church to the New cemetery.

Cavan and All Ireland footballer Willie Doonan excavating for Paddy Elliott at the Anglo Celt finds a very rare coin of the Realm dated 1805 displaying the shoulders of George 3 on the other side the Harp of Ireland is canopied by The British Crown.

The famous Mr Dennis Franks well known Shakespearian actor visits the local Secondary Schools  giving recitals of extracts from the Merchant of Venice Macbeth and Julius Caesar .He is a native of Poland and has spent most of his life acting in Shakespearian productions.

Cavan Labour Band 1955 Chairman Michael Farrelly Secretary P Farrelly Treasurer Jim Galligan Trustees P Clarke and J McGahern Committee Josie Greenan M McDermott P Reilly T Walsh and D Reddy.

February 12^th 1955 Big crowd expected at the Ulster v Leinster (Holders) Railway Cup Semi Final in Breffni Park where the admission is 1/- and sideline 2/- extra. The game will be broadcast live on Radio Eireann.

Switch on of the Electricity in Ballinagh by Father Corr PP in the presence of a large crowd at the Courthouse including Mr TJ O Grady District Engineer ESB Dundalk. Great credit for the scheme and its completion with over 400 connections goes to Master McCarthy NT Garrymore who spearheaded the drive for the installation of the Electricity in the area.

February 19^th 1955 9,324 spectators at the Railway Cup Semi Final in Breffni Park where the holders Leinster beat Ulster 2-9 to 2-4 in a titanic struggle. Scorers for Ulster Art O Hagan 2-2 Kieran Denver and Ml McEvoy 0-1 point each.Leinster replied per Ollie Freaney 0-6 Mattie McDonald 1-1 Tom Moriarity 1-0 and J McDonnell Cathal O Leary 0-1 each. Referee was Willie Jackson from Roscommon.

Death of Mrs M Marks Connolly Street .Survived by her husband sons and daughters.Rev A B McGrath officiated at the Funeral from the Cathedral to Killygarry.

Ralph Sylvester entertains the capacity crowd at the 6^th Firemen’s Ball in the Town Hall where the hall was tastefully decorated and there were spots for each dance.

Death of Susan O Reilly Lismagratty at the age of 74. Relict of Terence Reilly she was the mother of 8 children. Funeral from Saint Patrick’s Church Castletara to the adjoining cemetery.

February 26^th 1955 Lenten Regulations 1955 All week days of Lent except Saint Patrick’s Day are Fast Days. Wednesday and Fridays of each week are Fast and Days of Abstinence (consumption of meat chicken etc forbidden). Lenten Fast and Abstinence ceases at noon on Holy Saturday Alleluia.

Death of Rose Ann Finlay wife of Barney Finlay Dew Drop Inn Connolly Street. She was a woman of great generosity and practiced Christian values all her life. Native of Potahee Ballinagh. Survived by her mother brothers and sisters. Father JJ O Reilly Adm officiated at the funeral from the Cathedral to Killygarry.

Mr and Mrs Patrick Smith Pullamore celebrate the Golden Jubilee of their marriage. They were married on the 23d February 1905 in Crosskeys Parish Church with Rev Peter Donohoe PP officiating. Hundreds of letters cards telegrams arrive at the Smith house. They have 5 sons 2 daughters and 22 grandchildren.

Father James Carroll gives a most interesting and varied recital at Cavan Gramophone Society. Next recital by Dr R Walsh.

Ina Hickey scores a double winning at Cavan Bridge and Top Score at Cavan CYMS Whist Drive.

Death of Bernard Dunne Edenticlare. He is survived by his brother sister and relatives. Funeral following Requiem Mass in Saint Brigid’s Church Killygarry to the adjoining cemetery.

Pope Pius X II celebrates his 79^th Birthday and the 15^th year of his Pontificate. Pope has recovered sufficiently to appear at the balcony of his private apartment in the Vatican where he imparted his blessing to the thousands gathered in Saint Peter’s Square and is seen daily walking briskly in the Vatican’s private gardens.

March 5^th 12^th 19^th 26^th 1955 Incomplete.

April 2nd 1955 10^th Cavan Drama Festival 9 days of superb entertainment with 26 plays 16 in English and 10 in Irish. All the nightly performances were booked to capacity. Guests of Honour at the Festival were Alderman Hugh and Mrs Lee former Lord Mayor of Manchester natives of Lavey and donor of the Hugh Lee trophy. Winners of the Open Section were the All Ireland Champions Clones Dramatic Society with ‘John Ferguson’. Outstanding performances from the Pavilion Players Tunnyduff who won the Alderman Hugh Lee Cup for groups confined to Cavan and had the Best Producer in EJ O Reilly and the Best Actress Anna M o Reilly. The Milesian Players Drumkilly with ‘Blind Wolf’ were the winners of the Rural Section. Tom McLoughlin Armagh was Best Actor Noel Ryan Walkinstown Best Support while Jack Binchey of the Nomads Cavan was awarded a silver medal  for his outstanding performance in the Nomad’s ‘Is the Priest at Home’.

Death of Rose Cahill ex NT Drumcrave and Latt Cavan. Predeceased by her husband John who was a leading exhibitor of cattle at the local Agricultural Shows. She is survived by her  daughter son in law  grandchildren sister and brother. Funeral from the Cathedral to Cullies cemetery.

Death of Mary Donohoe 33 College Street. Relict of Thomas. Survived by her family relatives and friends. Funeral from the Cathedral to Cullies cemetery.

Death of Charles Ronaghan Main Street 2^nd son of the late Owen and Molly Ronaghan. He was a Butcher by trade and served in the Family Butcher’s Shop in Main Street. He was an outstanding footballer and played with both Cavan Slashers and Cavan county team where his preferred position was goalkeeper where because of his great height and strength he was almost unbeatable. Predeceased by his brother Andy just a few months ago he is survived by his sisters nieces and nephews. Funeral following Requiem Mass in the Cathedral where there was a capacity attendance to Killygarry cemetery.

Breffni Park Draw 1^st and £20 T Kinsella C/o Smith’s Garage 2^nd £5 Jackie Sheridan 20 Saint Brigid’s Terrace 3^rd £3 JJ O Reilly Ashe Street. 3 prizes of £1 Bridie Doherty 17 Saint Brigid’s Terrace Vincent O Connor 33 Pearse Street Mrs Terry Sexton Swellan Cavan.

Pig Market at Railway Road destroyed by fire with 2 pigs being very badly scorched. Memories of years gone by when the Pig Market was a busy thriving business frequented by thousands each year.

Stephen B Walsh Irish Press and late of Church Street is elected to the Oireachtas Press Gallery. Formerly on the staff of the Anglo Celt he is son of the famous TK Walsh Chief Reporter Anglo Celt.

Outstanding recital given by Tom McConville at Cavan Gramophone Society. Next week  Betty McLoughlin will give the recital in the Farnham Hotel.

April 9^th 1955 Just six months after his 80^th Birthday Winston Churchill resigns as Prime Minister to be succeeded by Sir Anthony Eden 57 year old Foreign Secretary. Chapter of History ends as he played a pivotal role in two World Wars and was undoubtedly the Statesman of the Century. Politician soldier and journalist he was MP for Epping Secretary of the Bord of Trade in Asquith’s Liberal Party Government  later 1^st Lord of the Admiralty 1911 he worked long and hard to bring the British Navy to a War footing for 1914-1918 War. He served as an Officer in the British Army in France before being recalled by Lloyd George to be Minister of Munitions. Later rejoined the Conservatives and served in Baldwin’s Government of 1924-1929 as Chancellor of the Exchequer. With War looming in Europe he was again appointed 1^st Lord of the Admiralty in 1939 and with the fall of  Neville Chamberlain’s Government was appointed Prime Minister in May 1940. In his first address to the nation Winston stated “I have nothing to offer but blood toil tears and sweat”. After the War riding on great personal acclaim he was unexpectedly voted out of Government with the Conservatives losing to  Labour 1945-1951. Returned as Prime Minister in March 1951 he was honoured by the Queen in being appointed Order of the Garter in 1953. On the occasion of his 80^th birthday he was the guest of both Houses of Parliament and presented with a cheque for £150,000 in November 1954 when he addressed the nation for the last time. He will now take up a position on the Back Benches.

Death of Julia Packenham Corlurgan wife of James Packenham Carrigallen. Member of a distinguished Cavan family she was sister of Bishop Patrick Finegan and niece of Bishop Bernard Finegan. She is survived by her 2 sisters. Father P J Gargan officiated at the funeral from the Cathedral to Cullies.

Biggest ever Whist Drive in Cavan Town Hall hosted by Cavan CYMS when 110 tables were in play.1^st Mr Busby Carrickmacross.Gerry Lovett M C and Father PJ Gargan thanked the vast crowd for their support.

Father Peter Paul Galligan Thomascourt home from Australia after 8 years. Outstanding footballer he was a star for Cornafean and Cavan and played in both the 1943 and 1945 All Ireland Finals lining out at right full back. Just before he went on the Missions he refereed the Cavan County Senior Final of 1947.

Brian Coleman wins the Gold Medal for Best Actor for his portrayal of Jimmy the Curate  in ‘Is the Priest at Home?’ by the Cavan Nomads in the Ballyshannon Drama Festival. The Nomads were placed 3^rd in overall classification.

Death of Thomas Smith Annaglough. Extremely popular he was a great neighbour and was widely known and respected. Survived by his wife son and daughter. Father James J O Reilly Adm officiated at the funeral from Saint Brigid’s Killygarry to Killygarry cemetery.

Only one report of Corncrake heard in Dawson’s bottom opposite Keadue Lodge Cathedral Road.

Death of Peter Fitzpatrick Assistant to Rose Fitzpatrick Draper Main Street (Easons).Native of Newtownbutler died at the residence of his sister Mrs J Reilly Killynebber. Funeral from Newtownbutler to Staghall cemetery.

April 16^th 1955 Casual Traders refuse to pay the new UDC levy of £10 for trading in the Market Yard .They had been paying £1 per week but claimed the new charge was excessive. They swiftly move to a more advantageous spot trading in the Market Square and are inundated with customers. The UDC are meeting to review their stance on the situation.

Death of Albert Einstein in Princeton New Jersey at the age of 76. Born in Germany he was best known for the theory of Special  Relativity which was published in 1905.In later life he became an important figurehead for nuclear disarmament and an ardent opponent of the Atomic bomb.

Death of Rose Ann Brady Drumnavanagh. Survived by her  sister with whom she lived for many years and relations. Father PJ Gargan officiated at the funeral from the Cathedral to Cullies cemetery.

April 23^rd 1955 Cavan Pavilion beat Kells by 8 games to Nil in the Inter Towns Junior Badminton Championship. Winners for Cavan included  Kitty McDonald Valerie McCarren Mrs C Pollock Joe O Rourke Captain Kieran Breen and Spud Murphy.

Miss BM Storey wins the Senior Piano competition and the Murray Perpetual Cup at the Feis Cheoil in Sligo.

Bridge N/S MJ Sonny Magee and  John Marron E/W Gerry Hunt and Dr C Burke.

April 30^th 1955 The Passionist Missionaries Fathers Maurice Gerard Peter and Noel CP conducting the annual Mission for women in the Cathedral with Mass at 7 am and the evening devotions at 7 pm.

Death of the very well known highly respected Patrick Conaty Tullymongan.Extensive farmer specialising in dairy production where he supplied many families in the town with milk. He is survived by his wife and 2 sons Paddy Conaty Cavan Urban Council and Cavan County Council and Frank BSc ARIC Malaya. Funeral attended by a capacity attendance from the Cathedral to Killygarry.

Louis PE Smith D ph MA is appointed Chief Advisor to Macra Na Feirme. Louis is a brother of Dr Darragh Smith Bunraskin Cavan and Alfred Myles Smith Kevitt Castle.

Death of Hugh McLoughlin Lake View. Veteran of the 1914-1918 War. He later joined the Irish army where he completed his service before rejoining the British Army on the outbreak of World War 2. The coffin was draped in the tricolour and both  British and Irish ex Servicemen provided the Guard of Honour. Survived by his wife and family. Father CA Cartwright officiated at the funeral from the Cathedral

Death of Thomas McCreedy in Leeds Yorkshire England. Worked in McCarren’s before emigrating. Native of Mitchell Street but emigrated some years ago.

Death of Minnie Cassells relict of the late Phil who carried on a high class Bar and Grocery at 61 Main Street beside Smyth’s. She was a sister of Michael Mick Marron Cootehill Road and sister of Kathleen Marron with whom she resided. She was a woman of great intellect charity and dedicated to  her Church and family. The popular Manager in Cassel’s was Andy McConnell later to purchase the Kesh Bar at Gortnakesh. Survived by her sisters brothers and other relatives.Funeral from the Cathedral to Killygarry cemetery.

May 7^th 1955.

Death of Hugh Maguire Drumelis a most popular and highly respected person. Survived by his son Hugh. Father P J Gargan officiated at the funeral from the Cathedral to Drumcor cemetery.

Presentation to Josie McNamara on the occasion of his emigrating to England by his many friends and colleagues in Comaltas Ceoltori Eireann.Dr Brian Galligan Chairman made a presentation to Josie at a Social on behalf of the Branch.

Chrysanthemums 2/6 per dozen Postage 9 pence Gardener See House Kilmore.

May 14th 1955 President Sean T O Kelly opens  the 3^rd 3 week ‘An Tostal’ at Croke Park. All over the country social sporting and cultural events are planned.

Mary Gear Cathedral Road will marry Charles Fay Solicitor Gardiner’s Row Dublin at the Franciscan Church Merchant’s Quay Dublin on Monday May 30^th 1955.

Death of Garda Martin Crehan.Native of Abbeyshrule he served many years in Ballyhaise where he was deservedly popular. Survived by his wife family brothers and sisters. Guard of Honour formed by local Garda while Superintendent Joe Murray represented the Cavan Division.

Death of Julia Allen Tullac Mongan. Very religious and charitable she was highly respected. Father Charles Cartwright officiated at the funeral from the Cathedral to Cullies cemetery.

Farmers enjoying boom times as Large Stores fetch £40-£60 White head Calves £30 and Strippers £25-34.Suck Calves £10-£15 and In Calf Heifers up to £50. Demand far outweighed supply at Cavan May Fair.

May 21^st 1955 Weather turns wintry all over the British Isles with 8 inches of snow and blizzards in Wales while Ireland is swept with blizzards of sleet hail and rain. The Peak District of Wales blocked by severe blizzards for several days.

FW Woolworth will open its Cavan Store on the site of the old County Cavan Stores on Tuesday May 27^th at 9 pm.

Cavan Harps overcome Stradone in the 1^st round of the Junior Championship at Tierquin Park winning on the score of 4-6 to 1-3. Scorers for the Harps Tom McNamara 2-0 Tommy Sheridan 0-4 Paddy McNamara 0-2 and John Lennon and Petesey Lawlor 1-0 goal each Referee P Coyle. The Harps maintain their unbeaten record this year in a sporting game sparsely attended game played in Wintry conditions more akin to Christmas.

TF O Higgins Minister for Health will open the new Health Clinic at Cathedral Road on Monday. The premises will be blessed by Bishop Quinn followed by a luncheon in the Ulster Arms where Paddy Smith TD will preside. The Architect was Mr D Tyndall while the premises were tastefully decorated

Feast of John Baptist De La Salle celebrated in the Cathedral with Mass celebrated by Father Charles Cartwright with  the De La Salle choir and parade of the new De La Salle Flageolet Band. In the evening the Brothers and Parents Committee held a party for the children in the school.

Cyril Anderson Royal School is admitted as Licentiate of the Royal Academy of Music. Runner up in the Piggott Cup for advanced piano at Dubln Feis Cheoil featured on both Radio Eireann and BBC radio, he is son of John Anderson Royal School.

May 28th 1955 Tender of M/S Jackson’s Garage in the sum of £5,353 including 8% discount for the purchase of 4 Thames Diesel trucks with the sum of £550 being the allowance for truck 1D 3503 for Cavan County Council.

History of the New Clinic which was formerly the Fever Hospital built in 1823 which was contained in 1850. Subsequently used as a Store by Cavan Militia. In 1911 let as a private residence to  Cyril C Ervine Andrews Manager Provincial Bank of Ireland. Born here was  Herbert Marcus Ervine Andrews who won the Victoria Cross at Dunkirk in 1940. In 1916 Cavan County Council rented the premises from Lord Farnham and in 1924 purchased the premises and opened a Tuberculosis Hospital. The premises were closed on Monday 4^th April 1943 and patients transferred to the new Tuberculosis Hospital built by Tom McManus at Lisdarn. For many years however the Hospital was used in the treatment OF Tuberculosis for patients who were in recovery. The New Clinic cost £14,000 to modernise and £13,000 to equip with the most up to date medical equipment .The building will cater and have visiting Consultants for Dentistry Physiotherapy Paediatric Services and Psychiatric Services run by Consultants from Saint Davnett’s Hospital Monaghan for patients referred by their GPs.

Owen McGovern NT Drumkilly playing at Cavan Golf Course scores a hole in one at the 135 yards 7^th hole.

Breffni Park Draw 1^st and £20 John Dancey Cullies Cavan 2^nd £5 Charlie Leddy Drumsilla Butlersbridge 3^rd £2 P Smith Behey Cavan £1 each Mary Smith C/o The Railway Hotel and J Smith C/o Henry Agnew Emmett Place.

Sympathy is extended to Eamonn E English Church Street on the death of his mother CM English Bridge Street Ballina wife of Patrick English and mother of 15 children. Capacity crowd attend the Removal and funeral from Saint Muredach’s Cathedral in Ballina.

June 4th 1955 Cavan Town donates 300 pints of blood to the National Blood Transfusion Unit but are looking for much more as Major M McDonagh Secretary Blood Transfusion explains after a promotional film in the Temperance Hall “everybody has a spare capacity of 2 pints and 500 pints of blood are needed weekly in Ireland”!

June 4^th 1955 The Conservatives are returned in Britain with 344 seats Labour 277  the Liberals 6 Sinn Fein 2 The Speaker 1.The Conservatives have an overall majority of 59 and Sir Anthony Eden will form a new Government.

Tom Maloney is Manager of the  Cork Savings Bank. He was formerly Manager of Ryan’s Rent a Car Shannon Airport and is son of George V and Eileen Maloney Farnham Street.

Rev Mother Mary Francisca McHugh Poor Clare Convent dies at the age of 90 after 70 years in Religion all spent in Cavan. She never left the confines of the Convent and was mainly in charge of the Orphanage. She was a native of Glenfarne County Leitrim and was sister of Patrick McHugh former MP for Sligo. Deeply religious she attended and assisted at daily Mass in the Convent Chapel up to recently. Rev M Canon Kelly presided at the Requiem Mass celebrated by Father ABC McGrath with burial afterwards in the adjoining cemetery.

Legion of Mary Kilmore Diocesan Pilgrimage to Drogheda. Train leaves Cavan at 12:50 with Procession leaving Drogheda Railway Station led by Bishop Quinn at 3 Pm. Return train to Cavan at 7 Pm.

June 11^th 1955 Bishop Patrick Moynagh former Mullahoran and Cavan football star ministers in  Nigeria where there is a population of 1.5 million in his parish with 60,000 Catholics. Converts in Nigeria turning to Catholicism at the rate of 100,000 per year. The White Fathers and Holy Rosary Sisters minister in his Diocese and he is setting up a Diocesan weekly newspaper. Bishop Moynagh is 25 years in Nigeria.

Dan Breen ‘Cowville’ Cootehill Road is ordained by the Archbishop of Dublin  Cootehill native John Charles McQuaid at Holy Cross College Clonliffe. The new priest is son of Professor and Mrs Breen. On Monday the new priest said his first Mass in the Cathedra assisted by Father PJ Gargan CC. A Recepton was held in the Farnham Hotel. Father Dan Breen will minister in the Archdiocese of Dublin.

Patrick M Cooney BA LLB Lisdarn at the age of 25 is admitted to the Incorporated Law Society as a Solicitor. He is son of Mr and Mrs MA Cooney County MOH Lisdarn.

Bishop Quinn ordains Thomas O Connor for the Diocese of Birmingham. Educated at Saint Patrick’s College Cavan and Ascot College Birmingham, Father O Connor will minister in the Archdiocese of Birmingham.

De La Salle Flageolet Band lead the Corpus Christi Procession. The members of the band are Emmanuel Kennedy Bobby Gray Sean Brady (Drummer) Gerard Gilchreest (Drummer) Micheal Smyth Hugo Cafferty (Big Drum) Eddie Murray and Joe McConnell.

Death of Margaret Brady Oldtown at Saint Phelim’s Hospital. Highly respected resident and extremely generous and charitable. Survived by her sister and other relatives. Funeral from the Cathedral to Cullies.

Jim Leonard and Mrs Hunt win the President’s Prize at County Cavan Bridge Club 2^nd was Dermot Morgan and O Moynihan.

Breffni Park Draw 1^st  J Daly Glasdrummond Cavan 2^nd Jodie Maloney Pound Archway 3^rd Madeline Gaffney Latt. Promoter’s Prize May McConnell Ashe Street.

Eighty two spectators are killed and more than 100 are maimed and injured  after a pile up at the start of the famous Le Mans motor race which was allowed to continue.

Kieran Breen Jack Halpin Cyril Anderson and Dr Flannery the only winners as Tyrone easily account for County Cavan Lawn Tennis Club in the Ulster League.

County Cavan Engineers win the Alliance Championship for Counties Cavan Monaghan and Louth at Headford Golf Club. Cavan Engineers JP Mansfield Harry O Connell Aiden Madden and J Gallagher. While back at County Cavan Golf Club Jim Rafter holes out  his tee shot on the Par 3 2^nd hole.

Louis Schwarzenegger aged 24 Alberta Canada died unexpectedly but peacefully in Canada. Survived by wife Mary Sexton daughter of Pat Eaton 2 Tullac Mongan. Louis was a leading member of the Knights of Columbanus.

June 18^th1955 New lighting system for Cavan town –most modern luminous system available anywhere in the world and exactly the same light as in Dublin.

Cavan Urban Council Elections 1955.Turnout of 67% Paddy Brady Clann Na Poblachta 167 (Tops the Poll) Tom Fitzpatrick (Fine Gael) 147 (Elected) Sean Magee (Fine Gael) 135 (Elected) John Murray Independent 118 (Elected) Arthur Fagan (Independent) 118 (Elected) Michael Young Fianna Fail 109 (Elected) Gerry Kelly Fianna Fail 109 (Elected) Joe McGovern Clann Na Poblachta 79 (Elected) John P Walsh Labour 74 Patrick McDonald Fianna Fail 61 John Brady Fine Gael 57 Nicholas Halligan 50 (Elected) James Fay Fianna Fail 40 P Lee Independent 34 M Walsh (Fianna Fail)21 with a dog fight between neighbours Nicholas Hannigan (FF) and Johnny Walsh (Labour) for the final seat. Eddie Brady Town Clerk oversaw a very efficient and long count. Gerry Kelly was later elected Chairman Cavan Urban Council as the outgoing Chairman Mary Brady did not seek election to the Council.

County Council Elections. Big news here was Andrew Brady Drumcalpin Tullyco Cootehill Fianna Fail member of the Council since 1934 losing his seat to his running mate John J Brady Termon Virginia. Cavan Electoral area Charles O Reilly Clann Na Poblachta 1,438 Paddy Conaty Fianna Fail 821 Andrew O Brien Fine Gael 781 Paddy Baxter Fine Gael 731 James Cassells Fine Gael 614 James Cunningham Fianna Fail 581 Francis Rehill Fianna Fail 561 John F Corr 556 John H Farris Independent Frank Harrington Clann Na Poblachta 368 James McGahern Fianna Fail 342.Charlie Reilly Paddy Conaty Paddy Baxter Andy O Brien and James Cassells elected with Paddy Conaty the only Fianna Fail Councillor among the 5. Paddy O Reilly Murmod Virginia (Fine Gael) replaced Paddy Smith TD as Chairman after both had tied and Paddy Reilly’s name was pulled from a hat. John P McKiernan Corlesmore was unanimously elected Vice Chairman.

Breffni Park Draw 1^st £20 Gabriel Connolly Breffni Terrace 2^nd P Leinster Farnham Cavan 3^rd Mrs Carmichael Ricehill £1 each Jim Mulvaney 40 Main Street P O Keeffe Saint Phelim’s Place and Gerry Maguire C/o Smith’s Garage. Promoter J Gilchrist C/O McKenna’s Cavan.

July 9^th 1955 Rev Canon FW Griffin BA Kinawley succeeds the late Dean Askins as Dean of Kilmore. Ordained in 1905 for the Diocese of Down and Connor he came to Kilmore in 1911. Rector of Kinawley one of the biggest Protestant Parishes in the Diocese. Reverend RCK Turkington Rector Bailieborough is to be Rector of Kilmore Cathedral.

 The President’s and Dr Cullen Cup is won by Rev Sean O Reilly off 16 1 up from 2^nd  Hubert Duffy(15) all square. There were 44 competitors. Tea was served by Mrs Cullen and the ladies Committee. John F O Hanlon returned thanks to the Cullen family for their generous prizes and hospitality.

Father Jimmy O Reilly Adm announces refurbishment of the Cathedral including installation of new P/A System new lighting arrangement and new Marble Pulpit to blend with Marble Pillars.

Death of the very popular John Keaney Postman Crubany.Very efficient and courteous Postman he did numerous daily tasks for persons on his daily run. Survived by his sons daughters and other relatives.Funeral from Saint Brigid’s Church Killygarry to the adjoining cemetery.

New Boy Scouts Accordion Band under Scoutmaster John Donohoe parade to Mass for 1^st time with colour party leading the parade.

Death of Sir Roe Young grandson of Sir John Young afterwards Lord Lingar who in February 1845 founded the Anglo Celt.

July 16th 1955 Numerous drownings in the area as the heat wave continues including Thomas Mee (18) Lislea Cloverhill drowned in the Annalee River. The only witness to the drowning was 6 year old Vincent Pilkington.

Gerry Kelly Fianna Fail Connolly Street and Anglo Celt is elected Chairman of Cavan Urban Council.

Cavan qualify for the Ulster Senior and Minor Finals beating Donegal 2-5 to 2-6 in a dreadful display at Saint Tiernach’s Park Clones. Donegal were by far the better team but didn’t have the forwards to exploit heir advantage. Only Jim McDonnell Hubert Gaffney Phil Brady and Peter Donohoe emerged with their reputations enhanced. Cavan led by 1-4 to 0-4 at the interval. In the Minor Match Cavan hammered Donegal 3-10 to 0-3 in a very one sided encounter and qualified to play Antrim in the Final. Cavan Minors J Brennan J Smith Mickey Brady L Daly Donal Crotty Larry Kyne H Foy B O Reilly M Moran Charlie Gallagher Austin Brady Con Smith C Martin Hugh Barney O Donohoe and Jimmy Sheridan.

GAA Café opened at 80 Main Street (Harvest) Proprietor JF Slacke. Cafe opened until midnight each night.

As the heat wave continues Liam T Chapman a student in the Agricultural College in Ballyhaise drowns in the River Annalee. There is a general exodus from the town to Swellan Killykeen and Annagh Lake with many of the children indulging in the American hobby of ‘Thumbing a Lift’. Local shops are sold out of sun hats tee shirts and creams to treat the many burns incurred.

New TV Transmitter at Divis Mountain outside of Belfast brings TV to Cavan for the first time. Smyth’s 60 Main Street is packed to capacity from morning to night with eager children wishing to view the latest phenomenon with wonder and awe. Full transmission of BBC 1 pictures commences from July 21^st 1955.

Charles O Rourke Engineer Market Square is conferred with his diploma in Public Administration. Charles is son of Frank and Teresa O Rourke Market Square Cavan.

July 23^rd 1955 Cassidy’s Boarding House in Bridge Street suffers large explosion. New water heater recently installed by Tommy McCormack working on behalf of Smyth’s 60 Main Street is suspected as experts from Dunleer and Dublin examine the debris. Miraculously nobody was killed or injured although Gerry Cassidy was thrown from his bed which was subsequently showered with debris from the collapsing ceiling. As a result of the explosion a full inquiry was carried out which totally exonerated Tommy McCormack and Smyth’s and indicated that one of the guests was in fact an active member of the IRA and was  storing explosives and weapons in Cassidy’s attic.

De La Salle win Urban League Final at Virginia on Wednesday, they beat Kingscourt 3-5 to 1-2. Eddie Murray and Tony Higgins outstanding at centre field and after Higgins faded in the second half Eamonn Marron filled the breach with an outstanding display with the peerless Phil ‘Lightning’ Murray Man of the Match. Hugo Cafferty was the outstanding back afield while Joe Connolly and Tommy Monaghan were sound tacking and kicking long out of defence. Timothy Beggs Michael Gilchrest were outstanding in half back line linking up with midfield and attack. Eamonn Marron Noel McKiernan Jimmy McNamara and Donohoe were outstanding in the forward line. De La Salle School’s League Champions 1955 Paddy Duffy Joe Connolly Hugo Cafferty Tommy Monahan Timothy Beggs Michael Gilchreest Tommy Murray Phil Lightning Murray Tony Higgins Jimmy McNamara Eamonn Marron Noel McKiernan Patsy Donohoe Gerard Finegan Dick Mulcahy. MJ Mullen Chairman Cavan County Board presented the new P J Duke trophy to De La Salle captain Phil Lightning Murray after the game.

.Cootehill the County Cavan Junior Champions beat Mullahoran 3-11 to 1-3 in the Senior  Semi Final and will play Kingscourt who beat Ballinagh 2-7 to 0-10 in the other Semi Final.

Cavan will play Kerry in the All Ireland Semi Final at Croke Park next Sunday in a repeat of the famous Polo Grounds Final of 1947.

Diocesan Pilgrimage to Knock with Legion of Mary Ambulance Coach attached to the train which is leaving Cavan at 6:40 am collecting passengers in Crossdoney Drumhowra Ballywillan.

Death of Mrs Kathleen McCreedy Saint Brigid’s Terrace an old and highly respected resident. Funeral from the Cathedral to Cullies .

Jack Meehan a Cadet at West Point New York is on holiday with his aunt Frances Flood Bridge Street.

Scholarships 1955 Emmanuel Kennedy  De La Salle Cavan Dessie Gilroy Crubany NS. Scholarships are worth £10 for 4 consecutive years at any Secondary School in the area.

Tony McConnell Ashe Street Cavan passes the Leaving Certificate with Honours in Irish English Greek and Latin. Pass in Maths Physics and Chemistry.

August 20th 1955 Cavan and Kerry draw in thriller at Croke Park Cavan 1-13 Kerry 2-10 before an attendance of 42,000. Cavan with the lions share of possession were leading by 2 points with 2 minutes of the game remaining when Tadhg Lyne punched a cross by Johnny Culloty to the Cavan net. In a sweeping movement up field on the kick out with Tom Hardy prominent Cootehill star Gerry Keyes sent over to level the game. The replay will take place on September 11^th 1955. Scorers for Cavan Peter Donohoe 0-9 -8 frees Brian Gallagher 1-1 Pat Carolan 0-2 and Gerry Keyes 0-1 Kerry Tadhg Lyne 1-4 Johnny Culloty 0-2 Michael Murphy 1-0 John Daly and Tom Moriarity 0-1 each. Kerry led by 1-7 to 0-6 at the interval but faded in the second half to  a vastly superior and fitter Cavan team.

Cavan Lawn Tennis Kieran Breen beats Patsy Connolly 6-1 6-3 in the Junior Boy’s Final while Gertie McDonald beat S Mackay Monaghan. Other winners included Helen Gaffney Frank Cinnamond Eamonn Marron Corina Sullivan Brendan Browne. In the Girl’s Handicap Doubles Corina Sullivan and Helen Gaffney beat J Coyle and S Pearse Longford.

Church Gate Collection for Senior County Training Fund yields £33 in Cavan Denn £2-10-6 Killygarry £2-15-0 Virginia £15-6-3 and Bailieborough £14-15-6.

500 Pilgrims on the Legion of Mary Pilgrimage to Knock led by Father Jimmy P Reilly Adm with Doctor Mary Cooney Lisdarn Medical Officer to the Sick.

Rev Philip Brady spending a holiday with his brother Bernard Claude Villa Cullies.

Moira Elliott among the Leaving Certificate successes at Loreto College.

Una Patricia McDermott daughter of Seamus and Mrs McDermott 22 Owen Roe Terrace Cavan weds Terence William Creighton eldest son of William and Mrs Creighton White City London at the Church of The Holy Ghost and Saint Stephen London.

August 27th 1955 Both Cavan V Kerry and Mayo V Dublin All Ireland Semi Finals to be replayed on the same day. Despite the brilliant performance of John Nallen and Paddy Irwin at midfield Mayo missed chance after the chance and had to be satisfied with a draw in their Semi Final against the favourites Dublin at Croke Park. Dublin led by  0-5 to 0-3 at the interval. Peter McDermott had the privilege of refereeing both Semi Finals faultlessly. Legend in GAA circles Peter McDermott was a member of the Meath team who beat Cavan in 1949 refereed the 1950 All Ireland Final when Mayo beat Cork played in the 1951 Final when Mayo retained the title at the expense of Meath played in the All Ireland Final of 1952 when Cavan beat Meath refereed the 1953 Final when Kerry beat Armagh played on the winning Meath team when they beat Kerry in the 1954 Final and to date has refereed both All Ireland Semi Finals in 1955.

Patsy McConnell playing off 24 beats Dr MA Cooney off 22 4 And 2 in the O Hanlon Cup Final at County Cavan Golf Club.

Clive Anderson Piano Hilary Johnston Soprano star n selections of Chopin Handel and Delius at capacity attended concert in aid of the Royal School Repair Fund in the School.

Fred G Kendall 38 year old pilgrim from Cornwall calls to the Anglo Celt on his way to Knock Shrine. Gifted linguist he has walked over 300,000 miles all over Europe. Convert to the Catholic Church baptised in Saint John’s Moy County Tyrone. He was later confirmed by Cardinal Dalton in 1951.

Death of Dennis Smith Stragella in Saint Phelim’s Hospital. Sympathy is extended to this family and relatives.

September 3^rd 1955 Death of Alice Teresa O Brien Killynebber wife of Andrew O Brien. Survived by husband sons daughters son law daughters in law. She was mother of Andrew O Brien Cavan County Council and Ulster Council GAA Representative. Highly respected and deeply religious, the Cathedral was packed to capacity for the  Funeral Mass celebrated by Father P J Gargan who also presided at the interment in Killygarry Cemetery.

Cootehill win their 2^nd consecutive Senior Football Championship Final beating Kingscourt 3-9 to 1-5 in stormy weather conditions at Breffni Park before an attendance of 2,000. Kingscourt playing with the elements had the lions share of the play in the first half and led by 1-5 to 0-4 at the interval. The deadly Cootehill forward line sprung to life in the 2^nd half and scored 3-5 without reply.

Maisie Magee and Hubert Duffy win the prestigious Open Golf Championship at County Cavan Golf Club with 68 Nett. Dr E McQuaid and Mrs Arnold Virginia were 2^nd.Best gross Gus and Mrs Kenny. Later Maisie presided at the piano entertaining the many guests while her brother the Captain Dr Jack Sullivan presented the prizes and thanked the many competitors who took part.

40 Boy Scouts leave for Camp in Enniscrone County Sligo on the 11^TH August- 28^th of August. Advance Party had left the previous day and had most of the ground work including the erection of the tents completed. Highlight of the Camp was the excitement generated by the All Ireland Semi Final draw with Kerry. Band Recitals by the new Accordion Band in Ballina Enniscrone and on the way home in Sligo where a generous collection was taken up in each of the centres visited. Bad storm necessitated the evacuation of some of the younger members to a house situated nearby Father Torlac O Reilly was Chaplain while John Donohoe was in charge of the troop.

Mr Doran Irish Assurance Company is transferred on promotion to Roscommon.

Dr BT Cullen and PJ O Reilly SS Bailieborough on the Irish Angling team to contest Nations Cup on Lough Corrib.

September 10th 1955 Pat O Neiil says ‘It is Cavan and Mayo for the All Ireland Final as both have much more room for improvement than their respective opponents Kerry and Dublin’. Con Smith 18 year old Minor star from Butlersbridge is the only local representative on the team.

Wexford beat hapless Galway 3-13 to 2-8 to win their 1^st All Ireland Hurling Crown in 45 years. Galway led by 2-5 to 2-3 at the interval. Stars for Wexford were the Rackard brothers Bobby Nicky and Billy and towering full back Nick O Donnell.

Liam O Hanlon and Tommy Cullivan score 7 Honours in the Intermediate Certificate while Kevin O Rourke and Billy Browne weigh in with very respectable 5 and 3 honours each.

Owen Moynihan Postmaster in Cavan for the last 4 ½ years is transferred on promotion to Mallow while Mr Leahy a native of Cork now fills the vacancy while Tommy O Donell Arva is appointed Caretaker until Mr Leahy’s arrival. Presentation by Tommy Hughes Overseer Bill Galvin Indoor Staff and Paddy Duffy Postman on behalf of the Staff.

Death of Rose Ann Murray Saint Brigids Terrace  relict of the late Philip. Sympathy is extended to her sons daughter grandchildren. Father P J Gargan officiated at the funeral from the Cathedral to Cullies.

Death of Thomas Jeffries late of Upper Main Street at the residence of his mother in Belfast. Survived by his wife mother brothers sisters. Funeral from Cavan Parish Church to New Cemetery.

Ulster Life Saving Competition at Lamb’s Lake Monaghan 1^st Place Cavan. Team Dorothy Black Freda Slowey Maura McGilly Ita Woods and Beatrice Maloney. Cavan Men’s Team 2^nd to Donegal with Monaghan 3rd Sean Woods Phil Cullivan GV Maloney  and Stephen Maloney.

Nuala P Smyth daughter of Mr and Mrs James Smyth Coranure is appointed to Barclay’ Bank in London.Nuala was educated in Drumcrave National School and Loreto College Cavan.

Eddie O Gorman sets up business at 62 Main Street formerly Tom Donohoe’s and recently James Clerkin’s. Guinness XX Stout in bottles and draught. Auctioneer and Valuer.

Betty Gannon’ School of Music will (DV) reopen on September 10^th at 37 Main Street (Charles Fay’s).

August 18^th 1955 Cavan are hammered by Kerry in the All Ireland Semi Final Replay as the team collapse in 2^nd half in the face of Kerry onslaught. 3 people attending the games between Cavan and Kerry and Dublin and Mayo suffered turns and died during the games. The dead are named as John Maloney (64) former Cavan footballers Farmer and Publican Longford Street Arva James Monaghan (74) Shopkeeper Drumhowna Poles County Cavan who had been driven to the game by Jack Flood Hackney Driver Bridge Street. The 3^rd man was Andrew O Neill shopkeeper Eaves Road Inchicore Dublin. All 3 were dead on admission to the Mater Hospital. Cavan were much the better team in the 1^st half playing with a gale force wind blowing from the Canal End they made little use of their advantage and the blatant miss by Johnny Cusack when in clear of the Kerry defence just before the interval knocked the resolve out of a tame Cavan team. Kerry led by 0-4 to 0-3 at the interval and Kerry added a startling 4-3 in the second half to Cavan’s paltry 0-2 points in a game that was to herald the demise of Cavan as a major footballing force in the land. Jim McDonnell and Hubert Gaffney Cavan’s outstanding wing half backs were the only honourable exception to a pathetic performance by a lack lustre half fit Cavan team. Scorers for Cavan Peter Donohoe 0-5 (4 frees) Kerry Michael Murphy 2-0 Tadhg Lyne 0-5 Johnny Culloty 1-0 JJ Sheehan 1-0 and Paudie Sheehy 0-2. Cavan Seamus Morris Paul Fitzsimons Phil Brady Noel O Reilly Jim McDonald tom Maguire Hubert Gaffney Victor Sherlock Gerry Keyes Brian Gallagher Pat Carolan Con Smith Seamus Hetherton Peter Donohoe and Johnny Cusack Referee Peter McDermott. While in the second Semi Final despite the sterling efforts of John Nallen and Paddy Irwin at centre field Mayo fail to capitalise on their chances in a thrilling Semi Final watched by over 70,000 spell bound spectators.

September 17^th 1955 Over 2,000 entries at Cavan Show ,the best in many years perfect weather conditions and very well organised thanks to the industry of the President Alfred Myles Smith and Secretary RS Black. While Cavan Accordion Band under Scoutmaster John Donohoe and Assistant Scout Master Mel Doherty entertain the crowds at the Show.

Death of John Brady Drumcrave very popular and charitable resident survived by his wife and daughter to whom deep sympathy is extended. Father Charles Cartwright officiated at the funeral from the Cathedral to Cullies Cemetery.

September 24^th 1955 Tragic death of the very popular old Cavan resident Philip Donohoe as he assisted in the building of a new Garage for his son Tommy 200 yards from his own home. Killed when a 14 foot high bank of earth which they were removing with picks fell in on top of him and he was buried beneath tons of debris. Willie Doonan former Cavan All Ireland Footballer and John Murray (Yankee UDC) and Andy Reilly were on a platform assisting with removing the bank but were thrown to safety while Phil Donohoe was later recovered from beneath 8-10 tons of clay and debris and attended at the scene by Dr. Brian Galligan. He was later pronounced dead on admission to Cavan Surgical Hospital where he was examined by Surgeon PD Maloney. The Coroner Dr A Cassidy heard that death was due to Cardiac Arrest following extensive damage to the left lung caused by crush of clay and stone. The Jury returned a verdict of accidental death where no blame could be attached to anyone. Phil was a hard working decent man popular in the Community. The tragedy rocked the town for many days and the funeral from the Surgical was the largest seen in the town in years. Father James J O Reilly Adm officiated at the Funeral Mass and the interment in Killygarry Cemetery.

Peter Smith Saint Phelim’s Place is appointed Postmaster in Ballinagh.He has served in headquarters in Cavan and Belturbet and was extremely popular with both customers and staff.

County Cavan Rugby AGM Ulster Arms President Sandy Gordon Stradone Captain Norman Cinnamond Vice Captain Teddy McCormack Secretary Cyril Anderson Match Secretary Dessie Tweedy Treasurer FM Hall Assistant Treasurer Brendan Jenkins Committee Gerard Cooney Frankie Lynott M Donnelly Richard Black Paddy Cooney and Mike Jenkins.

Michael Yong (Fianna Fail) and Tom Fitzpatrick (Fine Gael) represent Cavan Urban Council at the Municipal Authorities Annual General Meeting in Athlone.

Death of Catherine Kelly Tullac Mongan relict of Thomas Kelly. Survived by her relatives friends and neighbours. Funeral from the Cathedral to Cullies.

Death of Louis Wallace Church Street at the age of 70. Sympathy is extended to his family. Funeral from Cavan Parish Church to the New cemetery.

Death of John J Tully 5 South Fredrick street Dublin who died unexpectedly in London. Son of the late Mr John Tully Bridge Street. Survived by his wife and family .Funeral and burial in Dublin.

Cavan Show Plum Cake Mrs V O Connor Main Street 2^nd Peggy Magee Glenlara .

CYMS Whist Top Score Mrs Storey Saint Patrick’s Terrace 1^st Gent Sean Fitzpatrick Bridge Street 2^nd Gent Pa Sheridan College Street 1^st Lady Bee Donohoe 2^nd Lady Mrs Casey.

Sympathy is extended to P J O Flanagan on the death of his mother Catherine O Flanagan wife of TF O Flanagan former Social Welfare Officer in Butlersbridge at her residence Bishop Street Ballyshannon.Burial took place in Kinlough County Leitrim.

Winners from Cavan Show Josephine McEntee 73 Church Street Best Sponge Cake while her niece Marlene Conlon was highly commended for the excellence of her Black currant Jam.

Jackson’s annual outing to Bundoran most enjoyable. Staff return thanks to Maurice and Alan Jackson B Turner and A (Sandy) Gordon.

Gramophone Society AGM Chairman Professor William Browne Treasurer A R McLoughlin Secretary Dr P Watters and Tommy McCormick Committee Rev A B McGrath Douglas Anderson Misses Barney Corr Nellie McIntyre and Angela Clarke.

Wedding of Mr Aodh Brennan ACCA Rathgar son of Mr and Mrs H Brennan late of Church Street to Maureen Walsh MSR daughter of the late Mr and Mrs J R Walsh Sandycove Dublin in Saint Francis Church Dublin.

Riots in the streets as President Peron is toppled by the army after 9 controversial years in charge in Argentinean while he himself takes refuge in Paraguayan Gun Boat on River Plate. General Eduardo Leonardi is sworn in as the new President. Well known Democrat he led the movement to unseat Peron.

County Manager’s Orders Philip Lawlor Drumalee is to be appointed whole time position of Clerical Officer Cavan County Council. Renumeration of £175 per annum rising by £15 to £250 per annum and eventually when fully experienced Phil will earn £450 per annum together with appropriate allowances.

Matilda Crotty NT is granted £255-2-6 marriage gratuity being 9/12 of her personal renumeration.

Scholarships worth £60 per annum Aíne S Donlon Saint Phelim’ Place and Convent of Mercy Ballymahon. George B Johnston Saint Mary’ Ballyhaise and Saint Patrick’s College Cavan.

Rocky Marciano knocks out Archie Moore in the 9^th round of their World Heavyweight Title Bout. Marciano received a purse of £172,000 and Moore received £86,000 as his share of the gate and TV Rights.

October 1^st 1955 John A and Mrs Costello accompanied by C Cremin Ambassador to the Holy Sea is granted a private audience lasting over 40 minutes with Pope Pius Xii.It was his first visit since 1951 and the Poe presented him with a Gold Medal proclaiming the Dogma of the Assumption and a rosary beads.

Actor James Dean dies instantly when the Porsche he was driving crashed near Los Angeles. He was only 24. Starred in two box office hit films ‘Rebel without a Cause’ and ‘East of Eden’ while his latest film ‘Giant’ was nearing completion.

Kerry win their 18^th Senior Football title when they defeat a fancued Dublin team 0-12 to 1-6 in the All Ireland Final before an attendance of 87,102 who paid gate receipts of £10,667 at Croke Park Dublin. Kerry led by 0-5 to 0-3 at half time. Kerry outplayed their opponents using the direct route to goal and Dublin forwards particularly Kevin Heffernan overdid the close passing and solo running up cul de sacs in the face of teak tough tacking from the Kerry backs. Only a late goal from Ollie Freaney from a penalty put a better gloss on a poor disappointing Dublin display.

Farnham Cup at County Cavan Golf Club Eamonn English off 9 beats Phil Lawlor playing off 14 2 up.

Breffni Park Draw 1^st £20 John Coyle Mons Terrace 2^nd  J Casher GNR Cavan 3^rd Josie Hick 29 College Street £1 each Father PJ Gargan Miss Smith The Clinic and Con Smith Butlersbridge.Promoter’s Prize Mrs Packie Leonard Bridge Street.

Cavan Boy Scout’s Accordion Band in ‘Beginner’s Please’ broadcast on Radio Eireann from the County Hall Mullingar.

Jimmy Veale of the Anglo Celt Staff and native of Dungarvan County Waterford marries Mary Murray daughter of Mr and Mrs P Murray Lisdoonan County Monaghan.

Gramophone Recital in Farnham Hotel by Fathers Bob McCabe and AB McGrath.

Eugene J Timmoney son of Mr and Mrs PJ Timmoney 55 Thornhill Road Mount Merion Dublin weds Helen McCarren in the Cathedral of Saints Patrick and Phelim Cavan.The bride daughter of Margaret (daisy) Nee Smith and the late Patrick McCarren was given away by her uncle Tom. Eileen and Bernadette (sisters) were The Bridesmaids while Mr A J Timoney was  Best Man Groomsman Gerard A Timmoney.The celebrant was Father James J O Reilly Adm Cavan and the Reception was held in the Park Hotel Virginia with the honeymoon abroad.

October 8th 1955 “Television comes to Cavan free demonstration in your own home after sales service models from 60 guineas. Smyth’s 60 Main Street Cavan Phone Cavan 88”.

Visitation to Killygarry cemetery very well attended and all plots tidied up for the occasion. Rosary and Benediction by Father James J O Reilly Adm assisted by Rev Charles Cartwright. The visitation of Cullies cemetery will take place next Sunday at 4 o clock.

Death of Katherine A (Bazie) Smith NT Crubany House. She succeeded her father Joe as Secretary Cavan Pension Committee. She was extremely careful and efficient in her dealings. Survived by her brother Philip S ‘Crubany House’ and Mrs E O Gorman formerly of The Stores Ballyhaise. Funeral from the Cathedral to Killygarry.

Death of Patrick Cograve Farmer Kilnavara. Survived by his wife and 2 daughters. Funeral from the Cathedral to Cullies.

Bridge Club AGM President Dr BT Cullen Captain Gerry Hunt Committee Father Sean O Reilly M/S J M Breen W Browne MA WR Reardon Dermot Morgan and JP Mansfield.

Cavan Town beat Longford 3-1 at home. Backs were outstanding breaking up any threats from Longford while the forward line were tricky dainty and deadly in their finishing. Scorers for Cavan Andy McGahon Andy Mohan and top scorer Gene Cullivan. Cavan Gerry Maguire Sean Brady Frank Johnston Michael Jermyn George McClarey Andy Mohan Andy McGahon Jimmy Deignan G McDonagh and Gene Cullivan.

October 15^th 1955”Look out for the name Fox’s of Cavan. Farm boots made from specially selected material nailed or plain soles”.

Tommy Smyth Electrician Butlersbridge erects the new chandeliers in the Cathedral which cost £1,000 and the new Marble Pulpit is nearing completion. New Public Address System to be installed shortly. Proceeds from the weekly silver collection and the Parochial Bazaar which made a profit of £2,000 are being used to defray the expense.

Stephen Keaveney Butlersbridge is 1^st place in Ireland and wins the Overend Scholarship in his final Solicitor exams. He is serving his apprenticeship in TJ Fitzpatrick’s Solicitors Farnham Street.

George Maloney son of GV and Eileen Farnham Street passes his final Solicitor exams with honours. George served his apprenticeship with his father.

Father PJ Gargan and Charles Cartwright lead the large congregation in reciting the Rosary and De Profundis at a packed Cullies cemetery visitation where great praise was heaped on the relatives for attending to their graves.

Boy Scout’s Accordion and Harmonica Bands are the outstanding stars of ‘Beginners Please’ on Radio Eireann. Members of the Band who took part were Eddie Kirby Oliver Cassidy Tony O Dowd Brian Finlay Sean Smith Fergal Moore Terry Smith Eamonn Gaffney and drummer Eamonn Brady. The Band was under the Baton of Scoutmaster John Donohoe.

CYMS Whist Top Score Benny Cafferty 1^st Lady Mrs Arnold 2^nd Lady Mrs P Marron Ashe Street 1^st Gent Anselem Lovett 2^nd Gent HL Smith.

Father ABC McGrath gives the recital at Cavan Gramophone Society. Next recital by Heather Fletcher Killeshandra.

October 22^nd 1955 Breffni Park Draw 1^st £20 J Maguire Drumbar 2^nd Miss M Maguire 3^rd£2 Mrs Sullivan 1 Main Street. Promoter’s Prize MJ Galligan.

An impressive Yugoslavia defeat the Republic of Ireland 4-1 in front of a 22,000 crowd  all of whom had ignored pleas by the Archbishop of Dublin to boycott the match as a mark of protest against the imprisonment of Archbishop Stepinac by the Yugoslavian authorites. President Sean T O Kelly refuses to attend and the Army Number 1 Band were with withdrawn by the Minister of Defence with no other band willing to step into the breach. Thousands of tickets returned to the Association who refunded the money to those not willing to attend.

Cavan Town beat Bailieborough Celtic 5-2 in Bailieborough. Feature of the game was the ding dong struggle between Cavan Town’s outstanding forwards and the strong Bailieborough defence which Cavan shaded with superior fitness and finesse. Gerry Maguire in the Cavan goals was outstanding saving a penalty and inspiring confidence while George McClarey and Michael Jermyn were the outstanding defenders while Mohan 2 John Lennon Gene Cullivan and McDonagh were the scorers in a fast moving clever Cavan attack. Cavan team Gerry Maguire Sean Brady Frank Johnstone Michael Jermyn George McClarey Sean McManus Andy McGahon Gerry McDonagh Andy Mohan Gene Cullivan and John Lennon.

Death of the legendary Thomas (Tommy) Smyth Railway Hotel brother of ME Smyth Pound Archway and Con Smyth Main Street. Tommy and his wife Mary were proprietors of the Railway Hotel which is a very popular venue for sporting and cultural organisations to hold their functions. Tommy is survived by his wife Mary son Paddy daughter Mary brother and sister. Funeral was the largest seen in Cavan for many years in the Cathedral with burial afterwards in Drumkilly Cemetery with the cortege stretching to over 100 cars. Father ABC McGrath officiated.

CYMS Whist Top Score Mrs Morris Ivy Cottage Farnham Road 1^st Lady Mrs O Rourke 2^nd Mrs Susan Rehill 1^st Gent B Sloan Ballinagh 2^nd Gent Mattie Corcoran.

The tiny Pike theatre stages the first ever production of Samuel Beckett’s ‘Waiting for Godot’ which was slammed by the London critics.

CYMS 1956 President Gerry M Lovett Vice President Mick Fox Secretary Anselem Lovett Treasurer Larry Clarke. Committee Tom McCusker Eugene Monahan Joe Higgins Mattie Corcoran and Phil Lawlor.

Presentation to Thomas Donlon (Inspector of Schools) by Dr Jack Sullivan Captain from the members of County Cavan Golf Club on the occasion of his departure on promotion to Ennis County Clare .Thomas and his family spent 6 ½ very happy years in Cavan where he was resident in Saint Phelim’s Place. Prominent  member of County Cavan Golf Club Saint Vincent De Paul Cavan Bridge Club Organiser for Cavan District INTO and a founder member of Cumainn Seanchas an Cabhain.

October 29^th 1955 John Smith Mountnuggent at the age of 21 wins the Irish Hospital’s Sweepstake on the Cambridgeshire in which he had a ½ share worth £25,000 when ‘Retrial was placed 1^st in the Cambridgeshire. It is the first time ever that the top prize has come to County Cavan. Mrs Philip Reilly Housewife and Gretta Cusack (14) school girl at Cavan Technical School Michael Cooney Farmer’s son John Reilly County Council Rate Collector Killymeehan Stradone each held 1/8 shares and receive £6,250 each. Hugh McDermott Drumnick Stradone and Labourer Cavan County Council was the seller of the winning ticket and receives £1,000.

Death of Joan F McCabe Drumalee relict of the late Patrick McCabe Master of Cavan Workhouse. Known throughout a wide area for her charity and kindness. Survived by her family brother and sister. Funeral from the Cathedral to Kilmessan County Meath.

Harry Dawson Keadue Lodge is presented with a solid gold pen by the Management of Saint Barnabas Hospital New York for not missing a days work in 15 years distinguished service to the Hospital.

Death of Joseph Allen well known local general dealer Mitchell Street and latterly Tullac Mongan. Father PJ Gargan officiated at the well attended funeral from the Cathedral to Cullies Cemetery.

Death of Clara E Tyndall Nee Gordon at the residence of her brother in law W Wallace Church Street. She was predeceased by her sister Mrs Wallace a few weeks ago. Funeral from Cavan Parish Church to Kilmore Cemetery.

Sympathy is extended to Mr Michael J Galligan General Manager Providers on the death of his sister Sister Consiglo a native of Denn at Saint Michael’ Convent Streatham Common London. She was also a sister of John Galligan Carrickabawn and Rev Brother Crispin OFM Athlone.

CYMS Whist Top Score Mrs Bee Donohoe Abbey Street 1^st Lady Mrs Arnold 2^nd Mrs Bell 1^st Gent Joe Brady 2^nd Gent Joe Higgins.

Publication of Lord Kilbracken’s autobiography ‘Living Like a Lord’ containing 12 chapters dealing with the difficulties in combining his lives in London and Carrigallen both as a Peer and Farmer.

November 5^th 1955 Princess Margaret stuns the world by announcing that she will not marry the love of her life Group Captain Peter Townsend as the latter is divorced from his first wife. “She is putting her Christian values Country Commonwealth before all personal considerations” said a statement from Clarence House in London.

Cootehill celebrate the double of League and Championship for the 1^st time since 1932 as they beat Mullahoran in the County Cavan League Final at Breffni Park.

Death of Michael Gilsenan Lisreagh highly respected throughout a wide area. He was a decent honourable charitable man. Survived by his wife and family. Father Charles Cartwright officiated  at the Funeral from the Cathedral to Killygarry cemetery.

Gramophone Society recital by  Heather Fletcher Killeshandra. Next week will be the turn of Ann English Church Street.

CYMS Whist Top Score Gerry Moore Saint Phelim’s Place 1^st Lady AM O Reilly 1^st Gent Frank Tully.

Death of well known Dublin Publican Matt Smith owner of many public houses in Dublin. He later established the famous ‘Step Inn’ at Stepaside. Native of Corrahoe Stradone he served his time to the licensed trade before branching out on his own in Dublin. He took a prominent part in the fight for Independence and was imprisoned  twice. Founder member of Cavan Association in Dublin he served for many years as Treasurer. Keen GAA follower he was a well known sight in Coke Park carrying the blue and white flag of his native ciunty.Travelled by ship to New York in September 1947 to witness Cavan win their 3^rd All Ireland at the expense of Kerry in the Polo Grounds. Saint Mary’s Church Stepaside was packed to the door for the funeral to Glasnevin cemetery with many people travelling up from Cavan. Survived by his wife sons brothers sister relatives and a wide circle of friends.

November 12^th 1955 Wilfred HR McGauran Aural Surgeon Harley Street London and late of Church Street Cavan is conferred with the Order of the Knight of Saint Gregory The Great at Saint George’s Cathedral Southwark London by Most Rev Dr Cowdray Bishop of Southwark. His father was Medical Officer in County Home Cavan. He has been practicing in London since 1930s and all his family are members of the Medical profession. He qualified at UCD taking his MD at The Royal College of Surgeons Dublin.He pioneered the Fenestration operation for deafness in England.

Death of Rev Mother Mary Judge Saint Clare’s Convent at the age of 90. She spent all her religious life in Cavan and was a native of County Roscommon. All her family were in Religion and she is survived by 1 sister Sister Mary Stanislaus Carlow. Father JJ O Reilly

Adm was the chief celebrant at her funeral in the Convent Chapel to the adjoining cemetery. Chanters in Choir Father A B McGrath CC and Father JJ O Reilly PP Denn.

Breffni Park Draw 1^st and £20 Katie Murphy Tullac Mongan 2^nd J Goldrick Killeshandra 3^rd M Bergin Church Street Promoter’s Prize Joe O Rourke Market Square.

Dermot Morgan celebrates 21 years as Secretary County Cavan Golf Club with a Banquet in the Ulster Arms at which a presentation was

made to him to mark the milestone. The Anglo Celt in a tribute to the legendary Dermot trace the history of County Cavan Golf Club which was founded in 1894 in Killynebber on land owned by the Lough family who lived in Killynebber House (Conlon’s).joined the Golfing Union of Ireland in 1899 and in 1923 the Club located to a new site at Drumelis and has gone from strength to strength ever since. Dr Jack Sullivan Captain presented Dermot with a record player and an album of records and there followed a Social evening with members staging their own sketches while Mrs Maisie Magee accompanied the many singers on the piano.

Crosserlough retain their Minor crown beating Cavan Slashers 2-11 to 2-3  in the Final in Breffni Park. Slashers coped well enough for the first half but the bigger stronger Crosserlough team imposed themselves on the game to run out decisive winners. Donal Crotty Sean Byers Phil Maguire and county star Brian O Reilly outstanding while Andy Brady was the best forward afield. Daly and Jim Meehan were outstanding in defence for the Slashers while Con Smith Jimmy ‘Inky’ Sheridan and Dessie Agnew played soundly for the Slashers in attack. Crosserlough led by 2-3 to 0-3 at half time but goals from Dessie Agnew and Con Smith put a shine on the score for the Slashers.

Death of Annie H O Rourke 18 Owen Roe Terrace. Predeceased by her husband Joe less than 1 year ago. She is survived by her sons daughters brothers sisters. Rev PJ Gargan officiated at the funeral from the Cathedral to Killygarry cemetery.

November 19th 1955 Deputation to Minister for Health hear from the Minister that the long awaited new Hospital for Cavan will be shelved until the earliest 1959 as the Government have no money for the project. County Manager states that planning will continue on the site which is adjacent to the Courthouse and the Hospital will be built  when funds become available in a few short years !

Breffni Park Draw 1^st and £20 Cissie Blessing Main Street 2^nd £5 T Smith Stragella 3^rd £3 E Smith Tullac Mongan £1 each Tommy Smith C/o Blessings Mrs Hand Church Street and P Lee Drumulen Ricehill Promoter’s Prize Betty Breslin Coleman Road.

Polio scare in Cavan town. All meetings gathering are banned until further notice. Four suspected cases are admitted to Isolation Hospital Clondalkin where 2 cases were confirmed as Polio. The Polio is caused by a virus from the bowel and all local schools are closed. No football games cinema or dances permitted. Dr M A Courtney issuing a list of guidelines which are aimed at containing the outbreak.

November 26th 1955 There are now 175 television sets installed in the Republic of Ireland with reception and picture quality from the Divis Mountain transmitter in Belfast reported as very satisfactory particularly in the higher regions of Cavan.

Dennis Barratt and his Orchestra from Tralee entertain a capacity attendance at the ‘Bachelor’s Ball’ in the Town Hall. Later supper was served to chosen guests from all over Ireland in the Ulster Arms Hotel.

Longford beat Cavan 2-1 in a thrilling encounter at the Showground’s in Longford. Longford led 1-0 at halftime before adding to their tally early in the 2^nd half when John Lennon pulled 1 back for Cavan. Best for a very impressive Cavan team were Jermyn Meeham and McDonagh.

December 3rd 1955 Seamus McFerran President of the GAA unveils a 10 foot high headstone to John Joe O Reilly at the Derries cemetery Killeshandra on the 3rd anniversary of the late John Joe’s death. Prominent players and officials joined Army NCOs from all over the country attending Mass in Saint Bridget’s Church celebrated by Father J O Donohoe C C. The headstone was blessed by Father James Sheridan PP VF Killeshandra.the ceremony concluded with Father J O Donohoe reciting a decade of the Rosary in Irish. Wreaths were laid by John Joe’s widow Olive Simon Deignan on behalf of the All Ireland Champions 1947/1948 Phil Brady on behalf of the 1955 team MJ Mullin Chairman County Board Sean Flanagan Mayo on behalf of the Clubs Cumainn Peil. The many guests were entertained to lunch in The Railway Hotel Killeshandra.The Celtic Cross was made of Ballinasloe Limestone sculptured by Frank Rennix Kilnaleck. The chief guests were Olive widow Brian Breffni sons Sorrani and Alva daughters. Parents Mr and Mrs John O Reilly brothers Tom Francis Vincent sisters Mrs J O Dowd and Annie O  Reilly. At the request of The Cavan Association in Dublin Mass was celebrated simultaneously with the ceremonies in Killeshandra in Rathfarnham County Dublin.

Death of Bridget Gaffney at the residence of her nephew Ben Gaffney Publican Upper Main Street. She was of advanced years and was ailing for sometime. Deeply religious and charitable, she was a member of many of the Cathedral Sodalities Father Charles Cartwright officiated at the funeral from the Cathedral to Drumkilly.

Sympathy is extended to Paddy Brady ‘Narrick’s Bridge’ and Alice Donohoe Bridge Street on the death of their brother John Brady at a Dublin Hospital. He was the local Superintendent for the Irish Assurance Company in Clones. The Funeral took place in Clones.

Douglas Anderson Latt gives an outstanding recital of light classical music at the Gramophone Society in the Farnham Hotel. Next recital same venue by Miss Storey.

CYMS Whist Drive Top Score Mrs Storey Swellan Cavan 1^st Gent Sean Fitzpatrick Ballinagh 2^nd Gent Pa Sheridan Upper Main Street 1^st Lady Bee Donohoe Abbey Street 2^nd Joint Mrs Casey and Baby Weir.

Sympathy is extended to P J O Flangan Church Street on the death of his mother Catherine O Flanagan wife of F O Flanagan Bishop Street Ballyshannon. Survived by her husband sons daughters relatives. Burial took place in Kinlough County Leitrim.

Censorship Board ban ’Molloy’ by Samuel Beckett ‘The Quiet American’ by Graham Greene and ‘Lolita’ by Vladimir Nabokov.

February 18^th 1956 Gala All star Concert featuring Charlie Byrne Kathleen Watkins Eugene Lambert Ventriloquest.The Boy Scouts Harmonica and Accordion Band will also participate and a feature of the local input is a Camp Scene with script by Father Torlac O Reilly in the Town Hall in aid of Cavan CBSI Fund Admission 4/- 3/6 2/-.

Sullivan’s Number 1 Main Street and 1 Church Street remains unsold at Public Auction in the Farnham Hotel where the Auctioneer was Con P Smith and Son MIAA.

Death of Bernard Smith 32 Tullac Ronaghan. Survived by his son Hughie daughters and sisters. Father James J O Reilly officiated at the Funeral Mass from the Cathedral to Killygarry cemetery.

Frank Reilly Church Street sustains serious shoulder injuries after the van he was driving was in collision with a lorry belonging to Smith’s Garage at the entrance to the GNR Station Cavan. Frank is recuperating in the Surgical Hospital.

8^th Annual Fireman’s Ball in the Town Hall packed to capacity with the Hall beautifully decorated and spots for every dance.

Andy O Brien Secretary Killygarry Rural Electrification states that the scheme is almost completed and the official turn on will take place at the end of April 1956.

CYMS Whist Top Score P Keaveney 1^st Lady Josephine McEntee 2^nd Mrs M J Galligan 1^st Gent Jerome Casey 2^nd Gent Mick Galligan.

February 25th 1956 Tom Maguire makes the Sub’s bench on the Ireland tem to play the Combined Universities on March 18^th at Croke Park. Pat Carolan and Jim McDonnell will line out for the Combined Universities.

Girl’s Club Whist Drive Top Score J Brady £2 1^st Gent John Clarke 2^nd Gent Joe Higgins 1^st Lady Peggy Costello 2^nd Lady Mrs Bob Simpson.

Girl’s Club Whist Drive Top Score J Brady 1^st Gent John Clarke 2^nd Gent Joe Higgins (100 Cigarettes) 1^st Lady Peggy Costello 2^nd Lady Mrs Simpson (Pair of Nylons)

Dog and Gun Club Social in The Imperial Hotel featuring Tommy (Tolly) O Donnell Ulster’s Louis Armstrong accompanied by Jimmy Tully Des Jenkins Joe Higgins Mick Lyons Shantemon and M Lynch Stradone.

De La Salle Flageolet Band make their concert debut at the All Star Comaltas Ceoltori Eireann Concert in the Town Hall. Micheal Smyth Leader Robert Gray Damian Dillon Emmanuel Kennedy Liam Cooke Dermot Burke. Other local artistes included Sheila Brady Mary Teresa O Reilly Kevin Downey Kathleen Lyons Kathleen Keogan all from the Power School of Dancing and Dermot and Colm Smith billed as Comedians from Longford. The MC was Sean Óg O Tuama.

March 3^rd 1956 Holy Father Pius XII celebrates his 80^th Birthday on the 2^nd March 1956. Special Masses are celebrated all over the  World including Cavan where Bishop Quinn presided at a packed Cathedral. In Armagh where Cardinal Dalton was the principal celebrant and the Pro Cathedral in Dublin where Archbishop John Charles McQuaid presided while in Westminster Cathedral in London Cardinal Griffin presided at a Special concelebrated Mass to mark the Pontiff’s birthday and 17^th anniversary of his election as Supreme Pontiff.

Enthusiasm for the redevelopment of Breffni Park begins to peter out as the stadium falls into a state of relevant disrepair with seats and grass maintenance falling into neglect. Committee 1956 Chairman TM Gilroy Vice Chairman Gerry Lovett Treasurer Mattie Corcoran Secretary Tommy Hughes Committee Maurice Brady Ned Coke Seamus Gilheaney Tommy O Reilly The Regal MJ Galligan Jimmy Finlay Eugene Monaghan Tommy Young L Fitzsimmons Jack McConnell and Frank O Rourke. Plans are afoot to reinvigorate the weekly draw hold a bazaar and increase receipts from the sale of match day programmes.

Cavan ICA Gild President Dorie Smith Vice President Mrs Brady Secretary Phyllis Farris Treasurer Mrs Dowd Farnham Street Committee Olive Black Ms Cowell Dawson Myrtle Henderson McManus SRN Molly Finnegan and Nellie McIntyre. Maisie Magee was the pianist at the Birthday Party which followed the Annual General Meeting in the Ulster Arms Hotel.

Boy Scouts Concert Town Hall Solo acts from Joe Cullivan Gerry Maguire Mel Doherty Paddy McNamara Francis Farrelly Anthony Jackson Richard Graham and Brian Finlay. Davy Crockett was played by Tommy Carroll Saint Felim’s Place. Producers Father Torlac O Reilly and John Donohoe Scoutmaster.

Kathleen Sullivan partnered by her next door neighbour and great friend Maureen McDonald Church Street win the Captain’s Surgeon Paddy Maloney’s Prize at Cavan Bridge Club E/W Tom Hickey and Maggie Hickey.

Gavin Low Cattle Market at Cavan Showground’s report record prices with 3 year old stores fetching £50-£66 Springers £60 Fat Cows £40-£46.

March 10^th 1956 Taoiseach John A Costello will sit on the Reviewing Stand at the annual Saint Patrick’s Day Parade in New York where over 100,000 people will participate while an estimated 2 million will watch the Parade as it wends its way around 5^th Avenue.

Cavan Town draw with a teak tough Bailieboro Celtic who led at half time by 1-0 but Man of the Match Cavan’s flying winger Gene Cullivan scored the goal of the season sending a rasping left footed shot to the Bailieboro goal with time almost up to give the visitors a deserving draw.

Saint Patrick’s College have 2 representatives on the Ulster Colleges team to play Munster with Hugh Barney O Donohoe and Jimmy (The Miller) Smith the Cavan representatives .

Cavan have 6 players on the Ulster team to play Munster in the Railway Cup Final at Croke Park on Saint Patrick’s  day. Seamus Morris  Noel Reilly Jim McDonald Pat Carolan Tom Maguire and Victor Sherlock.

Frank Lynott star of the Pavillion Pantomimes as a comical duo with the great MJ (Sonny) Magee and outstanding rugby player with Cavan is transferred from the Ulster Bank Cavan to Dublin. Frank will be replaced in the Bank by Mr Kennedy Castlepollard.

De La Salle Cavan win the Assaroe Cup with their production of Iosagin at the Ballyshannon Drama Festival where Adjudicator Seamus Breathnach awarded the Cavan School 82 marks. The Producer was Rev Brother Cyril. At Navan Drama Festival the De La Salle won the School’s Shield with Ri Seamus with Paddy McCormack their smallest actor winning the overall gold medal while Brother Cyril won the gold medal for Best Producer. Iosagain Cast Liam Cooke Patsy Lee Harry Hunt Paddy McCormack Damien Dillon Joe Connolly Dermot Burke  Mickey Breslin Richard Graham Joe Hickey and F Smith. Cast Ri Seamus Liam Cooke Dermot Burke Patsy Lee Damien Dillon Paddy McCormack Harry Hunt Richard Graham.

Kathleen Smith grand daughter of Phil Wray Emmett Place wins 3 gold medals for step dancing at Bethnal Green Feis.

March 17^th 1956 Tommy McCormick Entrepreneur Supreme is now producing Day Old Ducklings at the Elmbank Hatchery. At the moment 11,000 are incubating in American style Incubators and it is expected that 50,000 will be produced this year at his state of the art facility in Cavan. Tommy is now establishing a nation wide distribution network.

First ever Saint Patrick’s Day Parade in Cavan featuring Industrial Parade and traditional Irish Music. Ceilidhe Mór in the Protestant Hall featuring Johnny Reilly from Killeshandra with admission 3/6.

Breffni Park Draw 1^st Mary Cullen College Street £20 2^nd Danny Smith Butlersbridge £5 3^rd Miss M Gaffney Acres Cavan and 3 prizes of £1 Jimmy Mulcahy C/o Benny Conaty’s M Moore 4 Mons Terrace and Paul Caffrey Drumalee. Promoter’s Prize Benny O Rourke Ashe Street £2.

March 17^th 1956 Death of the legendary Alfie Byrne TD and Lord Mayor of Dublin on 10 occasions. Alfie represented Dublin in the Dail since 1922. He was a member of the British House of Commons from 1915-1918. Decorated with the Vatican title from Pope Pius XI and recently was the recipient of an Honary Degree from Trinity College Dublin. All classes and creeds were represented at his funeral with over 150 cars in O Connell Street holding up traffic as the cortege made its way to  Glasnevin cemetery.

Over 1,000 spectators at Cavan’s first Saint Patrick’s Day Parade where there was a turn out of 30 floats and the  Labour Band followed by Drumcrow War Pipers led out the Parade followed by the  Boy Scouts and De La Salle Bands .

Reverend John Brady CSSP at home with mother in Corawelis following many years spent on the Missions in Nigeria.

Eugene Leddy’s Ceilidhe Band will broadcast for a ½ hour on Radio Eireann  next Tuesday night .

CYMS Whist Top Score Katie Murphy 1^st Gent John Weston 2^nd Gent P J Masterson 1^st Lady Mrs Carney 2^nd Lady Mrs Arnold Latt.

The Labour Band paraded as usual to the 11:30 Mass on Saint Patrick’s Day and later led out Cavan’s first Saint Patrick’s Day Parade..

March 24^th 1956 Joseph Tumulty is the Adjudicator at Cavan Drama Festival.

Ulster beat Munster to win the Railway Cup at Croke Park for the 5^th time on a score of 0-12 to 0-4 . Fielding high and kicking long they were yards ahead of their lack lustre opponents and led  by 0-5 to 0-3 at the interval. The Railway Cup was presented to Seamus Gilheaney deputising for Ulster Captain Seamus Morris after the game.

Sergeant William H Thorne who has been stationed in Cavan since 1943 is transferred on promotion to Longford. Popular and respected officer he is a native of Cork City and joined the Force in 1922 serving in Kenmare Gowran and New Town Forbes County Longford.

Sympathy is extended to Michael Reilly Ashe Street and Smith’s Garage on the death of his mother Margaret Reilly Mullacross Kingscourt.

Death of Peter O Reilly Merville Road Stillorgan  Dublin and native of Carrigallen .Spent many years in Cavan town where he was a leading member of Cavan Slashers playing in the All Ireland Final of 1891 when they were beaten by Dublin Club Commercials at Clonturk Park Dublin. Great supporter of the Cavan Senior team, he was a well known figure in Croke Park carrying the Blue  and White of Cavan.He was father of well known Radio Eireann Broadcaster P P O Reilly. There are only 2 survivors of that great Slashers team left John Scotty Brady Wolfe Tone Street and Mick McGurk College Street. He was Guest  of Honour at the opening of the refurbished Breffni Park in May 1952 and his last visit to Cavan was to attend the funeral of his great friend Andy McEntee Sports Editor of the Anglo Celt for 68 years in May 1953. The burial took place in Glasnevin Cemetery.

March 31^st 1956 Sligo Players with the Emlyn William’s play ‘Night Must Come ‘ are the winners of the Open Section and Bishop Lyons Cup at Cavan Drama Festival. Mary Watson Sligo was awarded the Gold Medal for Best Actress. Tunnyduff Pavilion Players are winners of the Hugh Lee Cup with ‘Wild Goose’. Saint Bridget’s Dramatic Society Rathnew are the winners of the Anglo Celt Cup for the Best One Act Play. Moonlight Players Castletara are the winners of the AOH Cup for the Best Rural Group. Best Producer Aileen Coughlan Athlone Little Theatre Group. Fitzpatrick Cup for Elocution went to Bridie Coffey Rathnew .Best Actor A J Faulkner Athlone Little Theatre Group.

In a rugged and robust encounter Butlersbridge powered by many of the stars of the 1953 Minor Championship winners beat new club Farnham 3-5 to 2-4 at the new pitch in Farnham. Scorers for the Bridge Ken Browne 2-4 Brian Myles 1-1. Scorers for Farnham Packie Dunne 1-1 Dessie Agnew 1-0 .

At a largely attended meeting in the Farnham Hotel a new hurling club yet to be named was founded and the officers will be elected at the next meeting on Friday 6^th April at  the same venue.

Death of Teresa McCabe 13 Francis Street widow of the late Bernard Proprietor of McCabe’s Hotel Upper Main Street which was later known as the Erskine Hotel (P A Smyth’s).She is survived by her son Charles and 2 daughters including Margaret who is the popular Chairman of the Ladies Committee Cavan Drama Festival. Father P J Gargan officiated at the funeral from the Cathedral to Killygarry cemetery.

Death of the very popular Margaret ‘Nan’ Elliott at the residence of her daughter Margaret Maguire 42 Upper Main Street where she has resided for some time .She was widow of Charlie Elliott well known Pig Dealer and sister of the legendary Mick McGurk College Street and Hugh ‘Parnell’ McGurk . She is survived by her daughter Margaret Maguire and son Paddy Elliott well known Building Contractor Cavan and Sligo. Funeral  from the Cathedral to Cullies Cemetery.

Death of Bernard Dunne ‘Dew Drop Inn’ .He was a native of Drumsilla Butlersbridge.  Predeceased by his wife some years ago ,he spent many years in America before returning home some time ago. Funeral from the Cathedral to Urney Cemetery.

Death of Mary O Hagan Tullac Mongan. Sympathy is extended to all the relatives. Funeral from the Cathedral to Cullies.

Proceeds of the very successful Vera Brady Fashion Show in the Town Hall are donated to Cavan District  Nursing Organisation.

Cow belonging to Billy McCabe Lake View gives birth to twins a cow and a heifer!

April 7^th 1956 Seamus McFerran President of the GAA welcomes the introduction of television which will further promote Gaelic games both here and in Britain.

M J Smith makes a presentation to Frank Lynott on the occasion of his departure from Cavan to take up a similar position with Ulster Bank in Dublin. Frank was a leading member of the Pavilion Musical Society and formed a comedy partnership with M J Sonny Magee that was the highlight of the Pantomimes from the very start. He was also a leading member of Cavan Rugby Club.Des Jenkins and his Orchestra supplied the music.

After their recent success in Drogheda Maureen Hunt and Maureen McDonald are the local favourites to win the prestigious Dr BT Cullen Trophy which will be decided in the Farnham Hotel next Sunday .

Michael Jordan Wolfe Tone Street caught two monster pike of 14 lbs in Stradone.

Killeshandra Co Op Chairman Dr C J Bourke tells shareholders at the 59^th Annual General Meeting in Killeshandra that their Co Op had turnover of £800,000 for processing 5.25 million gallons of milk.

Winners at Sligo Feis Cheoil include Jean Mackeral Valerie Henderson and Ann Riordan Royal School Cavan while Belinda M Storey Bingfield Crossdoney and Heather Fletcher Killeshandra are 1^st in Quick Practice Piano .

April 14^th 1956 State reports a deficit of £14.6 million after showing a deficit of £16.50 million in 1954.

Death of Edward O Reilly ‘Cavan House’ Bridge Street and Drumcrow Corlesmore. Survived by his sister Rose Smith and other relatives to whom sympathy is extended .Funeral from the Cathedral to Killygarry.

“McConville’s Perm and Hairdressing Cosmetic Salon 11 Main Street Phone Cavan 19 next door to  the Farnham Hotel”.

Death of Mary K Gough relict of Hugh Gough General Merchant and sister of James Gillic Belturbet. She was sister in law of James Gough Publican Church Street. Funeral from the Cathedral to Kilnavart cemetery.

John Cosgrove Engineer weds Sheila McCarren in the Cathedral of Saints Patrick and Phelim Cavan.The Groom is son of Mr and Mrs D Cosgrove Granard while the Bride is daughter of Tom and Minnie McCarren Brookvale Cavan.The Bridesmaids were Valerie McCarren sister Bernadette McCarren cousin and Rose Cosgrove sister of the Groom. The Best Man was Dr T Donohoe Granard while the Brides’ brother Andrew was Groomsman. Father Brian McNamara was the Chief Celebrant assisted by Fathers F Sheridan CSSP Kimmage Manor J Woods CC Granard P J Gargan while Father ABC McGrath was on the Organ.

Breffni Park Draw 1^st F Loughlin Latt £20 2^nd Jim Mulvaney c/o Johnny Brady’s £5Michael Walsh College View. Promoter’s Prize Joe O Rourke  Market Square.

Owen Roe Hurling Club founded following a meeting in the Farnham Hotel. President Jack McConnell Vice President Dr Brian Galligan Chairman Pat PO Neill Anglo Celt Treasurer Jimmy McEntee Committee E Kingston S Lynch Reverend Brothers Cassenus Cyril Dinny McMorrow Anselem Lovett Garda John Mulvey and Ray McIntyre, Practice in Breffni Park for challenge games against clubs from Monaghan Dublin and Westmeath.

Farewell Social and Presentation to Mike Jenkins Sean (Spider) Donohoe Jack Lally and Frankie Lynott by County Cavan Rugby Club in the Town Hall. Music by the Des Jenkins Orchestra. The Presentation was made by Arthur Fagan Solicitor Cavan U D C.

Sympathy is extended to Mrs Surgeon Cullen on the death of her brother Richard K Mohan Castlepollard who was killed in an accident. Richard had recently been promoted to Manager Hibernian Bank Trim. Bishop Hanley of Elphin presided at the Funeral Mass from Sligo Cathedral . The burial took place in Boyle.

Sympathy is extended to J P Mansfield County Engineer on the death of his step mother Elizabeth Mansfield Clondalkin who was married to the late Edward Mansfield President of the I N T O.

Huge turnout for the Dr B T Cullen Open Bridge Cup in the Farnham Hotel. The first holders are J P Morgan Dublin and Mrs N Faul Duleek P Morgan is a brother of Dermot Morgan Cavan and is well known in Bridge Tournament circles while Mrs Faul is presently President of the Irish Contract  Bridge Association .

April 21^st 1956 Wedding of the Decade takes place in Monaco when American film star Grace Kelly marries Prince Rainier of Monaco in the Cathedral of Saint Nicholas in Monte Carlo. The 22 years old Irish American whose descendants hailed from County Mayo was presented with a Ruby Tiara by well known Casino and Shipping Magnate Aristotle Onassis valued at £5,000. All houses in the town who owned a TV were packed to capacity to witness the glittering ceremony relayed by Eurovision to BBC Northern Ireland .

Car driven by Pat (Stick) Donohoe in collision with a cyclist at Moynehall Cavan named Philip Galligan Thomascourt. Detained in Hospital as a result of the accident are George Leinster Wolfe Tone Street James O Brien Brdge Street and James McKenna Faragh Crossdoney .

Paddy McCormack son of Tommy and Maisie Tullac Mongan and Olive Magee daughter of Sean Magee Merchant Bridge Street (Tom Boylan’s ) are the winners of the two Scholarships to Donegal Gaeltacht.

Eileen Reardon Cavan I C A wins the Gold  Medal for Public Speaking at Sligo Feis Mrs Eileen Maloney Cavan was 3^rd .

April 28^th 1956 Death of Ida Costello wife of John A Costello Taoiseach. she had been ill for a considerable time. John Charles McQuaid Archbishop of Dublin presided at the Funeral Mass from the Church of the Sacred Heart Donnybrook when among the attendance was the President Sean T O Kelly. Messages of sympathy pour in from all over the World.

Death of William Bill Sheridan 20 Saint Brigid’s Terrace .For many years he was Caretaker of the Pavilion and was an outstanding Grounds man marking the courts mowing the lawns and making it one of the finest venues in this part of the country. In  the Winter months  he was employed in the Elmbank Hatchery. Survived by his wife Elizabeth sons Jimmy Jackie Frank Liam and daughter Rosaleen Murray. Funeral from the Cathedral to Saint Brigid’s Killygarry.

Teddy Cinnamond wins the Mens Doubles and Mixed Doubles at the Midland Championship in Dublin partnering Mr G Payne and Miss L Peard.

The drive to extend the Electricity grid continues with the official switch on of the Crubany Killygarry area with Andy O Brien NT Chief Local Organiser. There are now 172,000 Rural customers with  the aim to extend this number to 288.000

Paddy Duffy Sean ‘Spider Donohoe Anglo Celt Staff Paddy and Desmond Jenkins are made a presentation at a Social to mark their emigration to Canada as they sail on the Saint Columba which will dock in Canada in  a few days time. Des and Paddy were leading members of the Pavilion Musical Society who made a generous presentation to them on  the occasion.

Death of AH Smith (Alexander Harry ) Church Street and 87 Main Street.He was a well known figure in the business life of Cavan and was an expert Jeweller and Watchmaker whose family graced the business  life of Cavan for almost 50 years. He was quick to embrace  all changes and was the main Murphy Radio dealer for County Cavan enjoying a very enviable reputation as a dealer and service man. He was ill for some time and is succeeded in the business by his son A E ‘Ernie’ Smith who continues to carry on this long established business in Cavan. Alexander was a brilliant gardener and was a leading Exhibitor and prize-winner at Cavan Show. Survived by his son A E daughter in law and grandson. The funeral was one of the largest ever seen in the Protestant Parish Church with the cortege stretching the entire length of Farnham Street to Kilmore Cemetery where Alexander H Smith was laid to rest with Rev Archdeacon Shire MA officiating .

May 5^th 1956 Drumalee beat Farnham Shamrock’s 3-3 to 0-1 in a Junior League clash. Farnham had many chances including kicking a penalty wide but Drumalee were much more experienced and accomplished than the newcomers who coped well with the rain and bad soft muddy conditions at the Farnham venue. Drumalee led by 2-1 to 0-1 at half time. Scorers for Drumalee Brady 3-0 Austin Reilly 0-3 Donie Fay 0-2 while Jackson scored the home side’s only point in the first half .Tom Doogan Annagh was the Referee.

Meanwhile Butlersbridge powered by their recent Minor Championship stars continue to impress beating local rivals Cavan Harps 5-3 to 1-5 before a large attendance at Butlersbridge leading by 4-1 to 1-2 at the interval. The Bridge defence dominated exchanges in the 2^nd half .Scorers for the Bridge McPhillips 2-0 Lynch 2-0 Ken Browne 1-0 Sean Browne Con Smith Brian Myles 0-1 each while the Harps replies per Pappy McNamara 1-0 Tom McNamara Jimmy Sheridan and Cathal Young 0-1 each.

Sheila O Reilly from Church Street is this week’s winner of £20 the top prize in the Breffni Park Draw 2^nd Nellie Meehan 1 Saint Brigid’s Terrace 3^rd Tommy Smith C/o Blessing’s £1 each B Dowd Dew Drop Inn Anselem Lovett Cathedral Road and P Smith 44 Main Street.

Sympathy is extended to F H McNulty and family ‘La Moye’ Farnham Road on the death of their baby daughter in a Dublin Hospital. College Street Wolfe Tone Street and Emmett Place are among the areas to continue to honour the Blessed Virgin as the Queen of the May with flowers strewn in salute across the mantles and front doors on May 1^st .

Ina and Margaret Hickey win the Cavan Bridge Championship 2^nd A G Hunt and Dr Bourke 3^rd S T McLoughlin and Tommy McCormick. Prizes were presented by J P Mansfield and Dermot Morgan.

Death of the legendary Mick McGurk College Street at the age of 88 in the Surgical Hospital .He was Cavan and Cavan Slashers most important player for many years .Known as ‘ Big Mick he stood at 6 foot 4 inches and was built like a tank. His middle name was ‘ consistency’ and he never played a poor game for Cavan or the Slashers .Played for the Slashers in the famous All Ireland Semi Final against New Ireland’s  Dublin at Clonturk Park in 1891.He subsequently attended all of Cavan’s All Ireland Final appearances except the victory against Kerry in the Polo Grounds .He was always included in all celebrations and occasions in Cavan football history including the funerals of P J Duke and John Joe O Reilly where his presence lent an air of continuity to the occasions. The McGurks were Cavan’s leading builders for over 100 years and Mick did his utmost to enhance their reputation. He was a gentleman and his courtesy and considerate nature were legendary. Survived by 1 son Thomas Widnes England 4 daughters Mrs Harman Derry Mrs B Bohane Essex England Mrs A Duffy O Rahilly Street and the great singer and artist Molly McGurk.Never of the biggest crowds ever to attend a funeral were assembled for the Removal and Funeral Mass of Mick McGurk celebrated by Father AB McGrath who also officiated at the Graveside in Cullies .Drumalee GFC Cavan Slashers GFC and Cavan Harps provided the Guard of Honour.

Death of Philip McDonagh ex RIC officer Cavan in Sandycove Dublin .Native of Tempo County Fermanagh he was stationed in Cavan  town for many years. He is survived by his wife family and brother Thomas.

 

May 12^th 1956 Des Jenkins Orchestra members are asked to stand in as replacements at a Boxing tournament in Burtonport Co Donegal. Both Eamonn Donohoe and Leo Ronan agreed to stand in for two boxers who didn’t show up and won their contests and Leo was voted the Boxer of the Night before entertaining the huge crowd until way after midnight .

Fancy Dress Parade sponsored by Cavan Tennis Club winners Overall Frances Sullivan ‘Oh to be in Doonaree’ Original Mary McEntee ‘The Ratepayers ’ Most Humorous Des Ormsby and John English ‘Cavan Chamber of Commerce’ Best Group Lorraine McCarren Doreen Gaffney Gwyen Arnold Jill Arnold Rena Tully Sandra Smith M/S Harry Hunt Joe Hickey Pat Gaffney Brian Sullivan Kevin Gaffney and Gareth  Cusack. Best Couple Philip and Dorothy Smyth.

Death of Patrick McKiernan 12 Breffni Terrace . Survived by his wife and family. Member of the Irish Army during the Emergency and the Guard of Honour was formed by members of the Ex Servicemen from the Cathedral to Cullies Cemetery.

Death of Thomas Keyes a native of Virgina but resident for some years in Breffni Terrace. Sympathy is extended to his wife and other relatives. Funeral from the Cathedral to Cullies .

Hearty Congratulations to Joe G and Agnes Reilly Southern Drive Loughton Essex England on the birth of triplet boys. Joe is the well  known playwright and writer from Drumcrave and both are former members of Cavan County Council Staff. Agnes is a daughter of JJ O Reilly County Council Termon Virginia.

Jack McCarthy son of County Manager Dermot  McCarthy from Rock Cross Cavan emigrates to Chicago as he sails from Cobh he brings with him a set of laminated hurleys for a famous Club in Chicago. Jack has already secured a position with  the Bell Telephone Company in Chicago.

May 19^th 1956” Smith’s Stores leaders in television radio and electrical also stocking prams and cycles open to the public at 1-

3 Dublin Road Phone 194”.

Feast of Saint John Bosco De La Salle celebrated in Cavan with the new Flagelot band leading out the school to Mass in the Cathedral celebrated by Father Jimmy O Reilly Adm while Rev AB McGrath was on the organ conducting the School Choir. Afterwards all the pupils were rewarded with sweets and minerals in the school.

Clive Anderson Royal School wins the piano section Feis Cheoil and is booked to broadcast from Radio Eireann in the next few weeks.

Garda Superintendent Patrick Hennelly is transferred from Cavan to Enniscrone County Sligo. Native of Castlebar he joined the Force in 1922 attached to the Military Police quickly rising to the rank of Quartermaster Sergeant when in 1930 he joined the Garda where he was first stationed at the Phoenix Park. During this time he established himself as a leading boxer and won several Garda titles at all weights. He fought all over Britain and Ireland as a Middleweight and represented Ireland on a regular basis at International level participating in the Golden Gloves in Chicago. He was Irish Middleweight Champion on several occasions and European Police Champion. His passion was Boxing and every place that he was posted he established thriving Boxing Clubs including Ballyhaise and Cavan on two occasions. In 1949 he was promoted to the rank of Sergeant and was posted to Ballyhaise .Inspector O Sullivan made a presentation to Sergeant Henley on behalf of his colleagues in Cavan Garda Station.

Terence S Smyth ACIS ‘Annalee House’ 7 Cootehill Road  author of the ‘ Civic History of the Town of Cavan’ is attending the Annual meeting of the Institute in Dublin-the first time it has been held outside England .

P N Smith Chairman and RS Black Secretary report to the AGM of the Society that the Cavan Show had receipts of £1,097 with a resulting profit of £74 after paying all expenses on the 1955 Show.

May 26^th 1956 In a deluge of rain Saint Patrick’s College open their new football pitch. Labour Band parade from the town while the students of the College perform a drill display. Cavan beat Meath in a Challenge game while Saint Patrick’s beat Saint Eunan’s Letterkenny in a curtain raiser before the Blessing and official opening by Bishop Quinn.

Breffni Park Draw 1^st and £20 Pearse Gilroy  Promoter’s Prize Mrs Packy Leonard Bridge Street.

Brigid Brady at the age of 82 flies out of Shannon Airport to attend the ordination of her grandson James O Malley by Cardinal Spellman in Saint Patrick’s Cathedral New York.

Great fishing on Lough Sheelin as Father PJ Gargan and Tom McCarren each land specimen trout in excess of 5 lbs on the Mayfly.

Sympathy is extended to Michael J Galligan Providers on the death of his brother John (Jack) Merchant Carrickabawn. Funeral to Drumavaddy Cemetery.

June 2^nd  1956 Meeting of newly formed Chamber of Commerce with Austin McDonald presiding decide to contact the parent body in Ireland with a view to seeking admission. The stated aim of the Chamber is to promote business within the town with particular emphasis on the  Tourist trade.

The Second Fleadh Cheoil Na hEireann in Ennis attracts over 1,000 musicians with cameras covering the event from BBC London. Margaret Reilly Coleman Road and Lough Gowna was 2^nd in the Traditional Singing Contest while Tony O Dowd 13 Saint Phelim’s Place Cavan was also 2^nd in the Individual Under 14 Accordion. Walter  Higgins and his Band from Tullyvin won the Ulster Cup at the Ceilidhe Band Competition.

Breffni Park Draw 1^st £20 Gerry M Lovett Cathedral Road 2^nd John Joe Lee Killygarry.£1 each Pat O Neill Kelly’s Terrace Paddy Tully 15 Saint Brigid’s Terrace and Eddie O Gorman Publican Main Street. Promoter’s Prize M Conaty Tullymongan.

June 9rh 1956 Devastating fire on the premises of James Donohoe Derragarra Butlersbridge. Cavan Fire Brigade under Captain Aiden Madden were on the scene in a matter of minutes after the alarm was raised but the roof was already ablaze and despite the copious supply of water from the River Annalee the premises were almost completely destroyed.

Cavan beat Donegal 1-9 to 0-9 to win the Doctor McKenna Cup Final at Saint Tiernach’s Park Clones where a crowd of 10,000 attended including a large contingent from Cavan who travelled by train paying 2/3 each return fare. Very poor Cavan performance with a shambles of refereeing denying Donegal a replay when they scored a perfectly legitimate goal in the last minute. Pat Carolan was Man of the Match for Cavan at centre half forward. Scorers for Cavan Pat Carolan 1-6 Donal Kelly Tommy Whyte and John Brady Mullahoran  0-1 each. Referee H Carr Down.

Tostal Gold Medal at County Cavan Golf Club is won by P Kirwin playing off 18 with 69 2^nd Patsy McConnell playing off 21 also with 69 .Fr McNulty wins the Dr FPE Smith Scratch Cup playing off an impressive 1 handicap he shot 81 .

The Nomads are the stars of the Show at the Isle of Man with ‘See How They Run’ bringing the audience in the 1,800 seater Auditorium in Douglas to their feet. They were later presented with a plaque by the Governor General of the Isle of Man. Cast Ina Furlong Frances Lynch Michael Donnelly Hall Welch Bill Henry John Burside Jack Binchey Seamus Doherty Frank Brady Leo McGrath with Stage Manager Dick McCarthy .

Madge McCabe from Ardvarney buys Galligan’s Stationery Shop Connolly Street for £3,000. Auctioneer was Con P Smith while Tom Fitzpatrick had carriage of sale. Michael and Mrs Galligan will now reside at Cathedral Road Cavan.

Over 4,000 attend the official Blessing and Opening of Saint Patrick’s College playing field. All pubs in the town are granted an exemption until 8 pm with flags bunting and colours flying from every premises. Bishop Quinn was assisted Right Rev Dr M O Reilly Bishop of New Found land and the students formed a Guard of Honour as he emerged on to the pitch to prolonged applause despite the miserable weather conditions. Seamus Gilheaney spoke for a long period of time as Gaeilge until the Bishop finally got to his feet  thanking the Past Pupils Union under Paul Galligan for providing the playing pitch for present and future generations of pupils of the College. Colm Smith was the star of the Cavan team which beat Meath 1-10 to 1-6 in a Senior Football Challenge with Cavan leading 1-3 to 0-4 at half time while Saint Pats beat Saint Eunan’s Letterkenny 3-8 to 1-2 in the opening game. Among the distinguished attendance was John F O Hanlon the 1^st President of Saint Patrick’s College Union.

Saint Patrick’s College Union 1956-1957 President Surgeon BT Cullen Vice President Rt Rev Monsignor Fitzpatrick PP VG Cootehill Secretaries T M Gilroy and Sean O Reilly Treasurer Edmund Kelly Granard. Bridie?? Saint Phelim’s Place was the lucky winner of the £1,000 Draw 2^nd Nurse McManus  Railway Road who won the doll with trousers!

June 16^th 1956 Thomas Drumm aged 19 is drowned in Swellan Lake after  himself and friend Andy Burns returning from a football match in Breffni Park decide to cool off on a scorching Sunday evening. Andy swimming along Tom tried valiantly to rescue his friend just a few yards out from the shore in 15 feet of water. Walter Little picnicking with his family just a few yards away was alerted diving repeatedly, he brought the body to the surface but despite valiant efforts the deceased did not respond to mouth to mouth resuscitation. Well known local GP Dr Jack Sullivan and members of the Red Cross were quickly on the scene while Father AB McGrath administered the Last Rites .Tom Drum labourer aged 19 former member of the Irish Army was dead on admission to the Surgical Hospital. Later a jury heard from Dr Jack Sullivan that he had wide experience of swimming in the lake from a youth and that it was a ‘death trap’ where only trained swimmers should venture with the depth of the lake going from a couple of feet to 15 foot just a short distance from  the shore. The Coroner remarked that the tragedy could have been averted if Andy Burns who did everything he could to rescue the deceased had been trained in life saving techniques ! Sympathy to his heartbroken mother and family Tullac Mongan .The Cathedral was packed to capacity for the Funeral Mass with Father P J Gargan officiating later the burial took place in Killygarry Cemetery. The coffin was draped in the tricolour and the Ex Servicemen provided a Guard of Honour.

Breffni Park Draw 1^st and £20 Father P J Gargan CC 2^nd £5 Seamus Fay 21 Owen Roe Terrace 3^rd Michael Brady Killygarry and 4t A O Grady Anglo Celt.

Captain’s Cissie Blessing’s Prize at County Cavan Golf Club 1^st Betty Hickey 2^nd Kathleen Sullivan who also won the Best Handicap 24 and under .High Handicap Mrs P A Galligan.

40 hours of Adoration in the Cathedral commences after Mass on Friday morning celebrated by Father PJ Gargan and finishes with Benediction on Sunday  evening in the Cathedral.

June 23^rd 1956 Thomas Allen Labourer Tullymongan is knocked down in a hit and run on the Dublin Road. he is reported as being comfortable in Cavan Surgical Hospital.

Father Terence Cunningham DCL Diocese of Kilmore and  a native of Aughadreena is appointed Professor of Canon Law and Lecturer in Moral Theology at Maynooth College. Educated at Knocknagilla and Saint Patrick’s College he is a founder member of Cumainn Seanchas Bhreifne.

Dancing Deck at Lislea erected to accommodate 600 dancers all performing Irish dances. The deck is sponsored by CCE Cavan. Hundreds are flocking to the Deck exhibiting their skills in Irish dancing. Guest  appearance by Seamus Ennis Presenter of ‘As I Roved Out ‘ from BBC London who gave an outstanding exhibition of Irish Dancing. Native of Finglas County Dublin Seamus is a Champion Irish Piper and made the 1^st ever Irish music broadcast from Radio Eireann. Seamus his sister and Ireland’s leading Balladeer Johnny McDonagh later entertained the vast crowd on their tin  whistles.

Cavan are heralded as ‘the new favourites to win in Ulster ‘ when under the coaching of TP O Reilly they decisively hammer Antrim 3-15 to 2-4 in Casement Park Belfast. The teams were level at halftime 0-3 each. Cavan Seamus Morris Noel O Reilly Phil Brady Brian O Reilly Hubert Gaffney Jim McDonnell Brian Gallagher Tom Maguire Con Smith Charlie Gallagher Pat Carolan Tommy Whyte James Brady Victor Sherlock and Johnny Cusack. Subs Donal Kelly for Cusack. Referee B Carr Down.

Breffni Park Draw ME Smith Dublin £20 2^nd Miss G Browne Church Street £5 and Miss R Gauthier Military Row £2.Promoters Prize Rose Brady C/o Maurice Brady.

June 30^th 1956 Census figures reveal a drop in the Irish population of 65,771 or 2.2% since 1951. The present population is 2,804,822 in the Irish Republic. Cavan lost 7% of it’s population while Leitrim lost an amazing 10% in the last 4 years. There has been a very steady decline since 1946 as families and individuals take advantage of the abundance of work in England and the USA.

Death of one of Cavan’s best known citizens George Maloney Pound Archway 58 Main Street. Member of one of Cavan’s leading commercial families, the family ran a very successful bakery and confectionery business losing their premises on two occasions in disastrous fires but rising from the embers to continue their popular business which was founded many years ago when the family moved from Westmeath and set up branches in Cavan and Ballinagh. He was Secretary of the Irish League of Foresters for many years and was one of the chief organisers of the National Conference held in Cavan in 1912 when thousands visited Cavan from all over Ireland and Britain. George is survived by his wife Jodie Nee Belford his daughter Patsy his sister Sister Angela Leicester England his niece in law Nellie and members of the Smyth and McConnell families in Cavan. He was a brother of the late Mary Josephine Smyth 60 Main Street and Margaret Greene College Street .Father P J Gargan officiated at the funeral from the Cathedral to Killygarry Cemetery.

Death of the great Robert ‘Shady’ Gray Wolfe Tone Street after an illness lasting only a few days. Veteran of the First World War 1914-1918 when he was wounded in action in the Dardanelles. His brothers John Patrick and Bernard were all killed in action in France. World famous side drummer he was known all over Ireland and Britain for his expertise and just to recall the great ‘Shady’ in action is a great joy to us who were privileged to hear him play with the Labour Band of which he was a member for nearly 40 years .Shady was invited to perform for King Gorge V in Buckingham Palace during his distinguished Army career. His last outing was with the Labour Band was a few years ago accompanied by ‘rookie’ drummer Kevin McDermott in a parade around the town about 2 years ago. After suffering a number of strokes he had a cold leading to pneumonia and died in Saint Phelim’s Hospital. The funeral was one of the largest ever seen in the town with the Labour Band leading the cortege from the Hospital to the Cathedral. Guard of honour Reveille and Last Post sounded in Cullies for one of Cavan’s greatest sons with Father P J Gargan officiating .

June 30^th 1956  Tony Smith Tullyvin ESB worker is injured when his motor bicycle is in collision with a car driven by Robert Fanin Ballinacargey. He was later discharged from Cavan Surgical Hospital but his motor cycle is a complete write off.

Mick Reilly Ashe Street makes a presentation to his work colleague T Brady Lisreagh on the occasion of his impending emigration to Canada from the members and staff Smith’s Garage Dublin Road Cavan.

Sympathy is extended to James Smith and family Coranure on the death of his son in law Thomas Murray at Mr Smith’s residence .Funeral from the Cathedral to Cullies.

Michael Young UDC Publican Ashe Street weds Beattie Sweeney daughter of Mr and Mrs B Sweeney and formerly a Radiographer in the Surgical Hospital. The wedding took place in Saint Brigid’s Church Ballinamore.

Death of Con McCoy 10 Connolly Street Cavan well known Plumber .He was deservedly popular with all classes and creeds and known throughout a wide area for his expertise and efficiency  coupled to his natural courtesy. Survived by his wife and sisters .Father AB McGrath officiated at the funeral from the Cathedral to Cullies Cemetery.

County Cavan Golf Book Prize presented by Professional Phil Lawlor is won by Harry O Connell playing off 12 with 64 2^nd T Gavin off 13 with 67 and 56 competed.

July 7^th 1956 Drowning in Swellan Lake shocks the Community with the Urban Council now discussing the possibility of providing a Swimming Pool at Swellan where they have the site and the water to proceed almost immediately. County Manager Dermot McCarthy having listened to their deliberations volunteers to get some data and estimates for the location of a swimming pool at the Swellan site.

Huge AOH National demonstration in Cavan is addressed by James Dillon Minister for Agriculture TA Finlay BL TD Dublin and Cavan and G Coburn TD. Marchers from all over Ireland. Over 600 travelled from Belfast on 2 Special trains 300 from Dundalk 300 from Enniskillen. Hugh McCann represented the Scottish AOH. Over 30 bands led the parade which stretched for over a mile around the entire town with each of the delegations carrying colourful banners depicting pivotal moments in Irish History as the thousands of spectators basked in the glorious sunshine. The parade made its way from the Cathedral Main Street Connolly Street College Street Kelly’s Terrace Rossa Place to the Courthouse in Farnham Street where the Rally was addressed by National figures in Irish life including the Minister for Agriculture James Dillon.

President’s John F O Hanlon’s  Prize at County Cavan Golf Club is won by SF Killingley playing off 9 and  Mollie Finnegan off 27 with a 71 nett. The Runner Up was C Shouldice. Margaret English on behalf of the Club returned thanks to John F and his daughter Joan who served a beautiful tea to all the competitors and stewards who assisted in the running of such a fine competition.

Norman Cinnamond and the Staff of Jackson’s Garage are pictured with the 2,000 year old canoe they found  at Killykeen.

There are over 370 donors to the Irish Blood Transfusion Mobile Unit in the Protestant Hall.

July 7^th 1956 Canoe at Killykeen is 45 feet long 18 inches deep 3 ½ feet wide. Norman Cinnamond Sean Young Vincent Bartley all members of Jackson’s Garage Staff helped to raise the canoe.

Patrick Brady Factory Worker wins £3,500 in damages with costs against McCarren and Company in the High Court in Dublin after alleging negligence when he slipped while loading a side of beef to a waiting lorry outside the factory suffering injuries to his spine right shoulder and right leg .

Breffni Park Draw 1^st and £20 E Smith Cavan House 2nd £5 John Brady 10 College Street 3^rd and £2 James Maguire Stradone.

July 14th 1956 Rev E O Shea OFM Cap Athlone conducts the annual Priest’s Retreat at Saint Patrick’s College.

McCarren’s annual outing this year is to Warrenpoint via Cootehill Castleblayney and Dundalk before  having lunch in the Park Hotel Omeath. Later they headed to Warrenpoint where they enjoyed the sea and sun before returning to the Park Hotel for tea. A most enjoyable sing song and dance followed before returning to Cavan after midnight.

July 21^st 1956 Madge McCabe will open her new shop which she recently purchased from MJ Galligan in Connolly Street specialising in News agency Stationery and Religious Goods and supplying all schools in the Parish with school books and requisites on Friday July 20^th 1956.

 

Cavan beat Armagh 1-9 to 1-5 in Castleblayney to qualify for yet another Ulster Final where they will play Tyrone. As with all clashes between these two protagonist this was a rough house affair with no quarter asked or given. Again R Carr Down comes in for scathing criticism for his leniency and allowing rough play to develop, despite sending a player from each side off early in the second half. Scorers for Cavan Brian Gallagher 1-0 Tommy Whyte 0-3 Charlie Gallagher and Victor Sherlock 0-2 each Pat Carolan and Sean Keogan 0-1 each.

Death of Mrs Bridget Smith Owen Roe Terrace wife of John and member of an old highly respected Cavan town family. Mother of 9 children including twins a baby boy and a girl only a few weeks old.

Untimely death of Mrs Johanna Cooke Upper Main Street after a short illness in the Mater Hospital Dublin. She was a native of County Kerry and was wife of Edward Cooke Publican and Restaurateur Main Street. She was very popular kind decent and charitable person. Member of many of the Cathedral Sodalities she was a leading member of the Children of Mary and the Legion of Mary. She is survived by her sons Michael Eamonn Liam and daughter Ann May. Father P J Gargan officiated at the Funeral in  the Cathedral which was the biggest turn out in recent years with burial in Saint Brigid’s Cemetery Killygarry.

Presentation to Tommy Browne on the occasion of his departure for England in the Hall in Butlersbridge. Tommy was Chairman of Butlersbridge GFC and later presented the medals won by the Club beating Belturbet in the annual Feis Challenge.

Mary Cullen daughter of Surgeon and Maureen Cullen Farnham Street makes history by being the first person ever to obtain the degree of Bachelor of Social Services at UCD where the course has just been introduced .

The legendary Rev M Cathaldus McKiernan CRP is ordained a priest at Holy Trinity Abbey Kilnacrott.The ordaining prelate was Bishop R J McVinney Bishop of Providence Rhode Island .Father Cathaldus is son of Edward and Mrs McKiernan ‘Sacre Coeur’ Drumelis. After his ordination the new priest imparted his blessing to his mother father and family and the following morning he celebrated his first Public Mass in the presence of his family relatives and many friends.

 

 

 

 

 

 

August 4^th 1956 First ever private residence for Dr Brian Galligan being erected in the Farnham Gardens which is now owned by Cavan County Council. Some time ago there was an outcry over the decision of the Council to allocate houses in what was once the most attractive Park for many miles around .

The great Superintend Joe Murray again organises the day long annual outing to Lough Ramer for the orphans in Saint Joseph’s which is attached to the Poor Clare Convent. Donations for the purchase of biscuits ice cream sweets pastries and minerals was donated by the business people of Cavan town.

Ann English who is going to work in Dublin is made a presentation of a jewelled broach by Patsy Connolly on behalf of her many friends at the Pavilion.

Valerie Mullery daughter of Stan and Maureen Mullery Town Hall Street becomes the 3^rd member of her family to win a Scholarship to Loreto College. Val was educated at the Poor Clare Convent Cavan.

Kathleen Smith a member of the O Brien School of Dancing Dublin wins 1^st place at Newtownbutler Feis.She is a grand daughter of Phil Wray Emmett Place.

Cavan The Ulster Champions and 43 times winners of the title are toppled by Tyrone winning their 1^st ever title in scintillating style 3-5 to 0-4 at dull but dry Saint Tiernach’s Park Clones. Tyrone led by 1-1  to 0-3 at the interval but overwhelmed a weak and worn out Cavan team who could only manage a single point from veteran Victor Sherlock in the second half. Tyrone will now play Galway in the All Ireland Semi Final at Croke Park. Scorers for Tyrone Jody Taggart 1-0 Frank Donnelly 0-2 D Donnelly 1-1 Iggy Jones 1-1 Frank Higgins 0-1 Cavan scorers Victor Sherlock 0-2 Tom Hardy and Tommy Whyte 0-1.

August 11^th 1956 Raymond Brady son of Maurice and Kathleen Brady Drapers Upper Main Street scores a very impressive 5 honours in the Leaving Certificate at Saint Patrick’s College. Raymond scored honours in Irish English Latin Greek Phyics and  Chemistry and Pass in Maths.

W H Flannery ( Bill) was the star of County Cavan Lawn Tennis win over Fermanagh 6-4 at Farnham Street Courts. Other outstanding performances came from Sean Breen Clive Anderson and Bill’s father Doctor Flannery who all won their matches.

Rev Father Joe Dolan CC officiates at the funeral of Owen Greenan Cullies who was a prominent member of the Old I R A who formed a Guard of Honour with the coffin draped in the tricolour. Owen was a member of the outdoor staff Cavan County Council for many years.Funeral from packed Cathedral to Cullies Cemetery.

Tyrone go down 0-8 to 0-6  to Galway in the All Ireland Semi Final in Croke Park watched by a crowd of 54,545.Galway led by 0-6 to 0-3 at the interval and withstood a late Tyrone rally to qualify for the Final where they will play Cork.

Cavan win their 1^st ever Ulster Camogie title beating Donegal 7-1 to Nil at Breffni Park. Evelyn O Hare scored 6-1 of the Cavan total .Tough hard uncompromising game but the bigger stronger Cavan girls were well on top throughout and led by 3-1 to Nil at the interval. Joan McCarville was outstanding at full back while others to catch the eye were Anna Susan and Kathleen Smith .Cavan Deidre Gaffney Rose Mullen Kathleen Moore Captain Rose Farrell Kathleen Duffy Anna Smith Eileen McCabe Bridie Fitzpatrick Susan Smith Agnes McCabe Evelyn O Hare .Although Evelyn O Hare scored six times she was unlucky to have 2 further goals disallowed.

John O Connor while digging in the garden at 10 Saint Brigids found an 1860 halfpenny featuring a Crown and Irish Harp.

Breffni Park Draw 1^st Miss Tully 2^nd May McConnell Ashe Street

3^rd Paddy Sheridan 11 Saint Brigid’s 4^th E Smith Farham Hotel 5^th Tom O Connor Main Street .

August 18^th1956 First ever Arva Show enjoys great support and patronage despite the heavy rain which fell all day. Exhibitors from Cavan Leitrim and Longford set a very high standard while the Show Dance in Saint Patrick’s Hall was packed to capacity with over 500 patrons attending. Chairman Philip Dobson Secretary Phil Brady Assistant Secretary Con Bouchier.

Bailieborough beat Ballinagh 4-5 to 1-5 to qualify for the Senior Football Final where they will play Cornafean in the County Final after the latter beat Mullahoran 0-4 to 0-3 in the 1^st Semi Final.

John M C Brady Cappagh Kilrush County Clare and E O Connell Kilrush County Clare are appointed Instructors in Agriculture in Cavan.

 

August 25^th 1956 Scholarships to  Saint Patrick’s College are awarded to Alan O Hanlon 7 Saint Mary’s Terrace a pupil of Crubany National School. Kieran Scott 17 Bridge Street Cootehill a pupil at Saint Michael’s School Cootehill Patrick Kelly Fairtown Cavan a pupil of Castletara N S Kevin P Smith Cashel Ballinagh and Terence A Dowd 13 Saint Phelim’s Place a pupil at Farnham  NS.

Mary Clarke Mullingar daughter of the legendary Jack Clarke former Cavan Slashers and Cavan gaelic football star and long time Secretary of Cavan County Board marries Liam G Fitzgerald Clontarf Dublin. Both are Science graduates at U C D.

Another ancient coin dated 1798 with crown and harp is found this time by Charles Clarke Wolfe Tone Street who was carrying out excavations at the premises of Reynolds’s Upper Main Street.

Bennie Brady Banahoo and Bridie Leddy Crimlin are the recipients of a presentation prior to their departure from Cobh to the U S A.

September 1^st 1956 John Walsh aged 21 a plumber  employed by Joe Cullivan Cavan and son of James and Mrs Walsh Drumlone Ballyhaise is killed when he falls off his motorbike adjacent to his home .The inquest was held in the Courthouse with Paddy Cusack Coroner officiating. Members of the Jury were R S Black John Kennedy Benny O Rourke Tom McKenna and M McDonald,

Cavan Slashers beat Castlerahan 1-3 to 1-1 to win the first ever Under 16 Championship title. The slippery sod and the atrocious weather conditions ruled out any attempts of good open football and the game was scrappy but hard fought throughout. Cavan Martin Storey P Heaney Hugo Cafferty Tony Higgins John Aherne Brendan Browne L McPhillips John Gear Philip Murray Brian O Reilly Michael O Farrell Michael Cooke PO Rourke Phil Murray. Cavan led Castlerahan by 1-1 to 0-3 at half time. Phil Murray got a brilliant goal for Cavan in the 2^nd half to seal the title for the Cavan side. T P O Reilly Chairman Cavan County Board was an outstanding referee.

Breffni Park Draw 1^st £20 Mrs Grey Farnham 2^nd £5 Willie Doonan Lake View 3^rd A G Hunt Farnham Street Promoter’s Prize Mattie Corcoran Providers.

Rev Joe Dolan CC leads the 256 strong Legion of Mary Pilgrimage to the Marian Shrine at Knock including 9 stretcher cases. Dr P Watters and 4 Nurses from Lisdarn accompanied the Pilgrimage.

Cavan Girls Club annual outing includes visit to the Zoo followed by Lunch and Chipperfield’s Circus .They stopped for tea on the way home in Navan.

Bernadette Brady Tullyco House and Maureen Mullery Town Hall Street score 6 and 4 honours in the Intermediate Certificate at Loreto College while Brendan Browne Cathedral Road scores a whooping 7  Honours in Saint Patrick’s College.

September 8^th 1956 Carroll’s of Dundalk founded in 1842 proudly boast that they are now producing a record 5 million cigarettes per day at their  state of the art Dundalk premises!

Never say die Cornafean snatch the County Championship from the grasp of the holders Bailieboro after playing second fiddle all afternoon. Cornafean inspired by the ageless Peadar Doyle and the accuracy and experience of P J Masterson struck with a 3 goal salvo just after the interval and held out against their bigger stronger and more illustrious opponents to clinch their 20^th title .Bailieborough led by 1-3 to 1 goal at the interval. T J O Reilly was an outstanding referee of the very sporting contest while the Cup was presented to Cornafean Captain and Vice Chairman of the County Bord Peadar Doyle by T P O Reilly Chairman Cavan County Board. There was over 6 inches of grass on the Breffni Park pitch and ground football was impossible in  such difficult conditions on the pitch that is rightly hailed the best in Ulster .Urgent caretaking is required to protect its hard won status. Cornafean Terence Reilly Phil Reilly Val Sheridan S Clarke John McCormack G McCormack Peadar Doyle Sean Magee Sean Kelly Seamus Drumm P J Masterson P Fitzpatrick Paul McShane and F Magee.

In their 1^st outing in the Mid Ulster League against Castleblayney away Owen Roe Cavan were decisively beaten by Castleblayney 3 goals to Nil in a hurling challenge. Charlie Friel centre half and centre field Malone and McNamara were outstanding for Owen Roe.

Death of Annie Gilchreest at the residence of her nephew Joe Cullivan Cathedral Road. She was ill for some time and operated a fine grocery and confectionery store at Connolly Street (Egan’s).Her husband Matt only died quite recently. Father A B McGrath C C officiated at the well attended Funeral from the Cathedral to Killygarry.

Brother Augustus the highly respected and very popular Principal in Saint Felim’s De La Salle School is transferred to Navan after 7 years distinguished service to the Community in Cavan during which time he not only excelled as a  teacher but founded the well known Flagelot Band and was a distinguished member of the Cathedral Choir. He also held night classes for his Scolarship students at  no charge to the parents and introduced so many changes and improvements to the way of life at the school. Broter Cassenus a member of the Boy Scouts Committee and another excellent teacher is transferred to Ballyfermot Dublin and is replaced by Brother Francis from Kilkenny.

Jackson’s annual outing takes place to Bundoran where many of the staff attended the pictures while the younger members headed to the Astoria Ballroom for a dance after a full day bathing swimming and being treated by the Directors to a lavish dinner and tea.

September 15^th 1956 Death of Mrs J B Hopewell Cavan and London. Survived by her devoted friend Phyllis. Burial took place in London.

Ashe Street team to play Bridge Street in the Cavan Street League In Breffni Park. Dr Brian Galligan  Pat McGovern N Finegan Captain Charlie Friel T McVeigh P Dunne Sean Keogan Cathal Young Jerry McConnell Paddy Tavey P Curran H Reilly Edwin Carolan T Horgan E Kingston Frank McConnell and Patsy McConnell .

Surgeon Cullen Captain and Father P J Gargan are Cavan’s representatives on the Ulster team for the Interprovincial Fishing competition at Lough Conn.

“Tommy Donohoe Dublin Road open 7 days a week Phone Cavan 119 will repair any make of car-repairs sales and service in custom built garage.”

J M Breen who is leaving Cavan after over 30 years service as Professor in Saint Patrick’s College. Former Captain of both County Cavan Golf Club and Cavan Bridge Club. Distinguished service in L D F during the Emergency, he was a founder member and long time officer of Cavan CYMS.He and his family were very closely associated with Cavan Pavilion Musical Society where John M had a great talent and expertise as a Make Up artist. Presentation of a silver service to John M and his wife by Michael J Smith Secretary Cavan County Council while Dr Jack Sullivan made the presentation on behalf of the Golf Club. Speakers included P N Smith Solicitor George V Maloney Solicitor Sean Magee UDC J P Mansfield County Engineer Joe McGovern UDC and the hilarious Joe Murray Superintendent Cavan Garda.

Mrs B O Reilly 65 College Street flies to America for the wedding of her son John Joe who is based in Chicago and is marrying Bridie Boylan from County Clare who is a Cashier in the same firm that employs John Joe.

Urney Ceilidhe Band win the Irish Press Cup at County Roscommon Fleadh Cheoil. Members of the Band are Sean Woods who won 1^st place in the Accordion Joe Cullivan Eugene Cullivan (Gene) Dessie Agnew Jimmy Tully Eamonn (Buttons) Brady and Jack Norry.

AG Hunt’s Captain’s Prize at Cavan Bridge Club N/S Dermot Morgan and Jim Leonard and E/W Rev Sean Reilly and William Browne.

September 22^nd 1956 Town Hall packed to capacity for the Vera Brady Fashion Show which featured Mary Mullarkey a shop assistant with Vera Brady’s Sheila Brady daughter of Maurice and Kathleen Brady Upper Main Street and Geraldine Stewart Belturbet .All proceeds were in aid of Saint Patrick’s College Past Pupils Union while there was a draw at half time in aid of Saint Vincent De Paul Cavan.

Dinah Molloy a pupil of Kathleen Brady Town Hall Street secures Honours in the Irish Academy of Music examinations

G ( ‘Baldy’) Hamilton long time popular Assistant in Fagan’s is made a presentation of a 400 day clock by Cavan Branch Red Cross where he served as both Branch Secretary and Officer for a number of years on his departure for Kilkeel County Down where he will open his own store .Making the presentation were his old colleagues Donie Smith William Browne Paddy Conaty and Kathleen Lunn. Mrs Charlie Reilly and Robbie Simpson supplied outstanding concert items at the Social that followed the presentation in the Farnham Hotel.

Jimmy Jackson Alackan Cavan is awarded a Scholarship to the Royal School Cavan.

Micheal O Callaghan a member of Cavan Brach CCE will broadcast from Radio Eireann next Sunday.

Sharpshooter Paddy McNamara wins the Shooting Competition from John McGovern Farnham at the climax of the Boy Scout’s Bazaar at The Scout Den Bridge Street.

September 29^th 1956 Death of well known farmer and personality John Conaty Alackan he was father of Benny Conaty well known Publican Connolly Street. Father A B McGrath officiated at the funeral from Saint Brigid’s Church Killygarry to the adjoining cemetery.

Death of Mary A Jackson Alackan at the residence of her daughter in Dundonald Belfast wife of Robert. Survived by her family relatives and friends. Funeral from Cavan Parish Church to the New Cemetery.

Death of Beatrice Bridget Smith late of New York at  the residence of her sister Bridget Smith Pullamore. Survived by her brothers sisters nieces and nephews. Funeral to Killygarry Cemetery.

October 6^th 1956 Death of Dennis Smith Annaglough. Survived by  his brothers sisters and other relatives.Funeral from the Cathedral to Drumavaddy.

Jack Smith eldest son of the late Thomas and Teresa Smith Bridge Street who emigrated to America 30 years ago and is serving with the American Forces in England is spending a holiday with his sister Margaret Newsagent at the family home in Bridge Street. He is accompanied by his wife and this is his second visit home.

Farewell Dinner in the Ulster Arms for Mrs T Burke and her daughter Miss Marese McShane who are emigrating to the USA and where Mr James Burke late of Cavan eagerly awaits their arrival.

John Joe O Reilly Church Street bags two monster pike weighing 12 and 13 lbs at Bakersbridge.

Death of Charlie Duke Merchant and Farmer Stradone. He was father of the famous P J Duke who won two All Ireland medals with Cavan in the years 1947-1948. He is survived by his wife 3 sons and 2 daughters.

October 13^th 1956 Michael Crosby a native of Ballinasloe whose family are extremely well known in the trade opens his new Butcher’s Shop at 30  Bridge Street. Micheal and his young wife Helena promise the best beef mutton and lamb in town.

There were 62,534 Births and 35,535 deaths in the State last year as the Department of Health announce that TB has almost totally been eradicated but warn of the increasing number of deaths from Cancer.

Galway beat Cork 2-13 to 2-7 to win the All Ireland title for the 1^st time since 1938 before a crowd of 70,722 who paid gate receipts of £9,900 while a big strong Dublin team powered by Lar and Des Foley win the Minor title comprehensively beating Leitrim 5-14 to 2-2. In the Senior game Frank Stockwell and Sean Purcell powered Galway to an 8 point lead but Cork fought back to reduce the deficit to one point but the Tuam Stars men finished with 2 unanswered points to run out deserving winners. Peter McDermott Meath was again the referee.

A G Fegan UDC Solicitor son of the late Arthur Fegan Farnham Street marries Winifred Johnston daughter of Mr and Mrs J H Johnston Dundonald in Bangor Abbey .The Best Man was Professor E A Crawford TCD Matron of Honour Mrs F Campbell while Norman Scott was the Organist. Rev H T Farrell  assisted by Rev James Hamilton officiated.

Cavan beat Enniskillen at the Royal School grounds with Kiernan on the left wing outstanding for Cavan scoring a drop goal. From a  great move by Phelan at centre Donnelly was fed and dived over for a superb try which was converted by Kiernan for another 5 points. Donnelly later got over for another unconverted try which left the final score Cavan 11 Enniskillen 0.

 

Death of Patrick McMahon Muckno Street Castleblayney former Cavan Slashers Star and very active in local affairs during his sojourn in Cavan. Survived by his  wife and family.

More honours for the brilliant new Solicitor Stephen Keaveney first place in Ireland in Final Solicitor examinations now wins the Findlater Scholarship having already won the Silver medal and Overend Scholarship.

Gramophone Society Chairman Dr P Watters Vice Chairman Professor William Browne Secretary Mary McCarthy Treasurer Mrs A McLoughlin Committee Jean McFeeley Rev Robert McCabe Tom McConville Father A B  McGrath CC W Burns and Nellie McIntyre .

“Wanted large quantities of blackberries and apples hand picked or windfall T M Montgomery Cavan Phone 52”!

Queen Elizabeth opens the first nuclear power station anywhere in the world at Sellafield Cumberland while thousands watch the opening ceremony.

October 20^th 1956 Edwin Brady The Square Ballyhaise is killed by a motor car adjacent to his home. Francis Brady 6 Breffni Terrace gave evidence of identifying the 4 ½ year old boy who was dead on admission to Cavan Surgical Hospital.

A staggering 10,000 people witness Monaghan beating London 3-7 to 2-4 to win their 1^st ever Junior All Ireland title in Carrickmacross. Monaghan beat Cavan Kerry and Kildare on their way to their first ever All Ireland success. Monaghan led by 0-4 to 2 at the interval. The man of the match was old veteran stalwart Ollie O Rourke from Inniskeen.Team T McCardle Drumhowan G McMardle Donaghmoyne Ollie O Rourke Inniskeen B Hamill Aughnamullen D McGuigan Clones P J McGuigan Cremartin Ward Ballybay J Byrne Inniskeen S McElroy Latton S Mulligan Tree Mile House T Duffy Clones P Murphy Clontibret N Ward Ballybay Edwin McCooey Donaghmoyne Referee J McCardle.

Breffni Park Draw 1^st Mrs E Walsh 17 Saint Patrick’s Terrace £20 P Smith Main Street Cavan £5 3^rd Kathleen Thornton C/o The Nook Farnham Street £2 and 3 prizes of £1 Phil Sheridan Swellan Larry Clarke Providers Thomas McPhilips Swellan Promoters Prize M Conaty Swellan Cavan.

CYMS Annual General Meeting President Gerry M Lovett Vice President Tommy Connolly Treasurer Phil Lawlor Secretary Anselem Lovett Committee Joe Higgins Eugene Monahan HL Smith and Jackie Smith .The President reports that a princely sum of £350 was spent on the upkeep and maintenance of the premises during the year.

Mrs Daniels Drumard House is on the Organ at the annual Harvest Thanksgiving at Cavan Parish Church Reverend John Anderson Rev Patterson Stradone Rev R E Trenier Cootehill and Rev Marsden Curate Cavan were the Chief Celebrants .

In the Methodist Church Rev S E McCaffrey Provost of the Methodist Church in Ireland preached the sermon  assisted by Rev D Sleath. Mrs Myrtle Henderson was the Organist .

Patrick J Fay (Paud) Pullabawn is awarded a County Council University Scholarship and will study at Saint Patrick’s Teaching College Drumcondra.

Sudden death of Joe Smith 31 Saint Phelim’s Place at the age of 44. Very popular with all classes and creeds he was a most popular Wardsman in Saint Phelim’s Hospital. He leaves a wife and young family who have the sympathy of the entire community. Funeral from the Cathedral to Cullies cemetery.

Death of Howard E Lowry Edermine an industrious farmer in the area .Venerable Arhdeacon Shire officiated at the funeral from Cavan Parish Church to Lavey Cemetery.

Cavan Bridge Club 1957 Chairman Dr Bertie Cullen Captain William Browne Secretary J P Mansfield Treasurer WR Reardon .Committee A G Hunt Dermot Morgan Jim Leonard and Rev S O Reilly Saint Patrick’s College.

October 31^st 1956 P J Lindsay SC TD is appointed 1^st Minister for the Gaeltacht .He is a former Irish  teacher in the Royal School and native of County Mayo. His wife is the former Moya Brady daughter of Mrs K Brady and the late Johnny Brady Drapers Main Street.

Step up in class at Cavan Rugby Club when Malone are visitors and despite a splendid show by the home side run out 11-0 winners. Despite great work by Derek Morris at out half the Malone backs and forwards were just too strong and skilful for a game Cavan side. Cavan team C O Connell R Scott J Phelan George Maloney P Kirk Derek Morris Peter Storey Teddy McCormack P Kiernan S Woods Phil Cullivan F Cooney C Shakelton M Donnelly Captain J Burns

Winifred M Bredin marries George McGarvey Battersea in Saint Barnabas Parish Church Battersea London. The Bride is daughter of James Bredin Coratubber Cavan.

Breffni Park Draw 1^st and £20 Paddy Tully 15 Saint Brigid’s Cavan 2^nd £5 Michael J Smyth Drumalee 3^rd  £2 J P Smith Military Row Promoter’s Prize £2 Betty Hickey.

Michael Conlon and Kitty McDonald Tower Hamlet Cavan are married in Rome .The Groom is a former Town Clerk in Cavan while the Bride is daughter of Mrs McDonald and the late Philip McDonald Drapers Main Street Cavan. Brother of the Groom Father John J Conlon officiated assisted by Fathers M O Mara SMA  Monsignor Thomas Ryan and Father Stephen Hughes .

Harvest Thanksgiving at Cavan Methodist Church the Speaker was Rev Rupert Gibson MA Belfast soloist Kathleen Jones. Large congregation in the Church were augmented by the pupils from the Royal School.

Cavan CYMS holds it’s first Annual Dance since 1942 with music by Jack Barrett. Large attendance and there were spots every dance.

CYMS Whist 1^st and Top Score Mrs William Leonard Church Street 1^st Lady Mrs B Fitzpatrick Ballinagh 2^nd Lady Peggy Costello Drumbo 1^st Gent Packy J Masterson Cornafean and 2^nd Gent Mr Ferris.

November 3^rd 1956 McCarren’s commence exporting to USA with 6 tons going out to their agent in Jackson Heights New Jersey who on seeing the quality ordered a further 6 ton of prime Irish Bacon.

Thomas Fogarty dies in London. Formerly a Professor at Saint Patrick’s College ,he was replaced by John M Breen in 1922. He was the distinguished head of the Construction Electrical School for the County of London. Took a very active part in the formation of the London branch Saint Patrick’s College Union. Sympathy is extended to his wife and family.

Thousands die in Hungarian Revolution as Russians put down the people’s rebellion with terrible brutality shocking the rest of the world. It is reported that over 70,000 die as the Red Cross appeal for donations of clothes money tinned foodstuffs and other equipment to assist the refugees. Imra Nagy appeals to the Red Army to stay out of Hungary but he is double crossed and the troops already in Hungary begin their savage assault on a defenceless people as the imprisoned Cardinal Mindsenty is released by the Provisional Government.

November 10^th 1956 Minister for Local Government Tom O Donnell will soon introduce a new law fixing the maximum speed on Irish roads at 30 M P H. There will also be a physical test for drivers if ordered by the Courts.

Death of the very well known and popular Mary Ann Sutherland Connolly Street at the age of 89. A woman of great Christian charity and kindness .She never missed a change of film in either the Magnet or Town Hall and was one of the very first in Cavan to own a television such was her fascination with the silver screen. She was away ahead of her time and frequently crossed the Atlantic spending holidays with her relatives and friends in various parts of America. She lived with her daughter Mrs Jack Reilly Barber and is survived by her son daughters grand children and great grand children. There was a capacity attendance at her funeral at which Father J J O Reilly Adm officiated with burial later in Cullies.

All proceeds from the Bachelor’s Ball and all monies collected at Red Cross Church Gate Collection are donated to the Hungarian appeal as the Red Cross open a Depot in Bridge Street where clothes tinned foods toys and medical supplies continue to pour in.

Death of Michael Reilly Drumbo a very prominent farmer in the area at Saint Phelim’s Hospital. Survived by 1 brother in Dublin. Funeral from the Cathedral to Cullies cemetery.

Kathleen Brady Town Hall Street gives the Recital at Cavan Gramophone Society while next week Father A B McGrath is the Presenter.

President Ike D Eisenhower is returned on a landslide in the USA Presidential Elections as he wins 57.8 %  and 457 Electoral College votes to Adli Stevenson’s 6 States for 66 votes. Eisenhower only needed to win 266 Electoral College votes to win the Presidency for the 2^nd time.

November 17^th 1956 Breffni Park Draw 1^st and £20 Kay Fay C/o Smith’s Garage 2^nd Rose Kelleher Latt £5 3^rd Danny Smith Butlersbridge £2 Promoter’s Prize Matty Corcoran Providers £2.

Among the donations at Cavan Red Cross for the Hungarian Refugee Appeal are the contents of a child’s saving box amounting to £6-4-0 10 million shots of Penicillin from a local Chemist with the Church Gate Collection amounting to a record £286-5-2 Butlersbridge subscribed £23-13-0 Killygarry £16-2-0 Cavan Pavilion Club £30-00-00.  Patients and staff at Lisdarn £16-5-1. Many locals have indicated that they are wiling to take Refugees in their homes as they begin to arrive in Ireland to be housed near Shannon Airport in a disused Army Barracks.

Bishop Austin Quinn presides at the annual Mass for Deceased Bishops and Priests in the Cathedral. The Celebrant was Father Joe Dolan while on the organ and conducting the Cathedral Choir was Father AB McGrath

Death of Patrick Hicks 29 Grant Bridge Street Islington London. He emigrated with his wife and family from Emmet Place only a few years ago .He is survived by his wife son daughters.

Death of Peter Lee Saint Brigid’s Terrace who was a highly popular resident whose passing is regretted.

Daniel McCarthy and Bill Galvin on ‘News Round Up’ from Radio Eireann promoting the upcoming Bachelor’s Ball with all proceeds going to the Hungarian Refugee Fund. The programme was introduced by Des Benson Killeshandra.

Cumainn Seanchais Bhreifne present Rev Canon Mooney OFM speaking on ‘Some prominent Cavan Treasures of the Past’ in the Farnham Hotel Cavan.

November 24^th 1956 Bad fire at Harry Richmond’s burning a Store containing the Christmas stock. The Fire Brigade brought the fire under control in the Stock Room but considerable damage was done to store and contents. Considerable stocks of Stationery Confectionery Tobacco and 6 cwt of Butter are lost but Harry in the same issue proclaims ‘Business as Usual’ and thanks the Fire Chief Aidan Madden and the Brigade as well as Superintendent Joe Murray and the Gardai and all the kind neighbours and friends who helped in any way Phone Cavan 156 .

Cavan Red Cross Relief Fund shoots up to £1,061 as 8 families in the town volunteer to take some of the Hungarian Refugees.

The Statue of The Right Honourable Lord Farnham 1799-1868 who together with his wife was killed in a tragic train crash in North Wales. The statue was erected in his honour by his tenants at Farnham Estate receives a much admired refurbishment at the present site The Protestant Hall.

Mrs Una Smith ‘Bunraskin’ Farnham Street Cavan wins £10 in the Super Sweep Draw. Andy Mallon Katie Mallon Andy McGahon Mai Joe McGahon and Mr and Mrs John Greenan win a similar amount in the Draw.

Cavan Chess Club 1957 Chairman JP Mansfield County Engineer Treasurer Jim Scanlon Secretary E McDwyer NT Ballinagh. They have a  weekly session each week in the Cavan Golf Club in preparation for their 1^st round Ulster Championship game against Monaghan. Annual Subscriptions are 10/- 15/- for two £1 for 3 or more family members.

December 1^st 1956 As turmoil continues in the harsh Winter weather in Hungary 180 refugees fly into Shannon to be housed in the old Military Barracks in Clare. The Irish Red Cross announce that  they have received £10,000 in donations together with tons of clothes tinned and frozen foods. General Strike in Hungary calls for the withdrawal of Soviet troops and reinstatement of Negro as Prime Minister.

John James Henderson cyclist aged 20 from Annagelliffe slips on the ice adjacent to Killygarry Church and is run over and killed by a car driven by Christopher Cooper Queen’s Street Dublin as he passed him on the treacherous slippy road. Evidence given by Patrick Hyland Pullamore Evelyn Brady Annagelliffe as Paddy Cusack Coroner returns a verdict of accidental death in accordance with the evidence and exonerates the driver of the car.

Petrol rationing in Cavan and Ireland as a result of the Suez Crisis with all Petrol Stations ordered to close from 1 o clock on Saturday to 8 am on Monday morning .

Breffni Park Draw 1^st K Lee 6 Saint Brigid’s Terrace 2^nd J McCabe Main Street Kingscourt 3^rd Molly Gray Mons Terrace Promoter’s Prize Gerry M Lovett Cathedral Road .

Miss Maeve McDonald Tower Hamlet is awarded her SRN at Saint Anthony’s Hospital Cheam Surrey England .She is daughter of Mrs McDonald and the late Philip McDonald Drapers Cavan.

Death of Edward Brady Connolly Street. He was employed in the Old Pork Market years ago and later spent the remaining years of his working life in McCarren’s. Well known coarse angler he was a well known figure on the Erne Waterway at Killykeen and other popular fishing areas .Father AB McGrath officiated at the funereal  from the Cathedral to Cullies cemetery.

December 8^th 1956 21 year old Ronnie Delaney runs the perfectly timed race to wins the  Olympic Gold medal in the 1500 metres at the Melbourne Olympics in a new Olympic record of 3 minutes 41.2 seconds running the last lap in a scintillating 54 seconds to overhaul long time race leader Brian Hewson of Britain who was overhauled by Ritzenhein of Germany and the world mile record holder John Landy who was 3^rd. It was Ireland’s first gold medal in 24 years. Fred Teidt was later to win a silver medal for Ireland at Welterweight and Johnny Caldwell Freddie Gilroy and Tony Byrne took Olympic Bronze also at boxing.

Petrol to be strictly rationed from the 1^st January 1957 by order of George Norton the Minister for Industry and Commerce.

Rt Rev George Otto Simms  PhD DD Bishop of Cork is appointed Archbishop of Dublin.

Fatima Pharmacy Brdge Street proprietor P T Ruddy has all brands of cosmetics and toiletries in stock for Christmas including electric razors .

P G Smith Solicitor Dublin is appointed Examiner of Titles at the Four Courts in Dublin. He is son of ME Smith formerly Publican Upper Main Street (Hourican’s ) and took first place in Ireland in the Final Solicitor Examinations.

Poor prices pertain at the Butlersbridge Turkey Market with cocks making 1/2 while hens are priced at 1/8. Most brought home their flocks as it is expected that price will improve as demand increases.

Garda Patrick Egan a prominent member of CCE Cavan and main energy behind the Summer Dancing Deck at  Annaglough is made a presentation on behalf of CCE  in the Lakeland Hotel as he is transferred from the area.

Maura Smith daughter of Mrs and t he late Andrew Alackan  House is conferred with her SRN at Saint Luke’s Hospital Bedford.

Geranium in full bloom on back wall at Benny Conaty’s Publican Connolly Street .

December 15^th 1956 Carrickmacross representing Monaghan beat Cavan decisively by 5-1 in the Ulster Championship First Round Chess Competition. Jim Scanlon JP Mansfield Leonard Dillon E McDwyer and Michael J Smyth represented Cavan.

Dorrie Smith is made a presentation by the ladies of County Cavan Golf Club for her services to the Club over many years at a Social in the Ulster Arms Hotel.

Death of Hugh Cafferty Drumelis ex R I C Officer and a popular farmer after a short illness. Survived by his sons daughters brothers and sister. Father Joe Dolan C C officiated at the funeral from the Cathedral to Killygarry cemetery.

Pat Kelly and His Band delight the capacity crowd at the Fine Gael Annual Dance in the Town Hall where there were spots every dance and P N Smith Chairman thanked the large crowd for their support.

Tom McConville gives a very impressive Recital of Beethoven and Verdi at Cavan Gramophone Society. Next Recital is b Rev AB McGrath which will include highlights from the Messiah.

December 22^nd 1956 Sudden death of John Conaty Tullymongan. He was outstandingly popular with all classes and creeds. Survived by his wife daughters sisters and other relatives. Father P J Gargan officiated at the funeral from the Cathedral to Killygarry.

Death of Patrick B Caffrey Drumalee. He was a highly popular old Cavan resident and spent all  his working life as a Fitter in Saint Phelim’s Hospital. Founder member of Drumalee GFC in 1930 he took a leading part in reviving the Club in 1950 after the Club had spent some years in the wilderness. Survived by his wife one son and two daughters. He was President Drumalee GFC at his death and the members formed a Guard of Honour at the funeral from the Cathedral to Ballinagh Cemetery with Father P J Gargan officiating .

Pavilion Pantomime Musical Society present’Ali Baba and the Forty Thieves’ in the Town Hall from the 6-13^th of January 1957 with Booking now commenced at Sullivan’s Sweet Shop.

Sympathy is extended to William Flynn Saint Patrick’s Terrace on the death of his sister Nellie in Leeds England, daughter of Mr and Mrs W Flynn Connolly Street.

CYMS Whist Top Score Rose Meehan 1^st Lady Bee Donohoe 2^nd B Fitzpatrick Ballinagh .Gent’s 1^st Joe O Rourke Saint Phelim’s Place 2^nd T Storey 3^rd Joe Brady Butlersbridge.

Cavan Turkey Market sees prices increase with demand Hens 2/6 Cocks 1/10 Geese 1/4 while chickens sold at 2/-per lb.

December 29^th 1956 Death of John F O H        anlon (Fred ) at his residence 3 Farnham Street after a short illness of a few weeks. Surrounded by his family saying the Rosary at his death on Sunday. He was aged 84 and was Managing Director of the Anglo Celt for over 60 years taking over the mantle on the early death of his father. He was youngest son of John F O Hanlon Editor and Proprietor of the Anglo Celt and Kate O Hanlon. Along with his mother and the legendary Editor E T O Hanlon he built the paper from relative obscurity and poor circulation to it’s present place of eminence in the Provincial Newspaper world. Educated at the Christian Brothers Cavan and Saint Patrick’s College. He took a prominent part in all aspects of Cavan life he particularly championed the cause of the Farming Community. His early life was marked by his contribution to the GAA when he along with Joe Smith Courthouse Paddy O Reilly Athbara and his old friend and Anglo Celt Sports Editor Andy McEntee reformed the GAA in Cavan and Ulster following a famous meeting in the Temperance Hall Cavan in April 2003. He travelled all over Cavan and Ulster reforming the game which had fallen into disrepute after it’s foundation in 1884 and lived to see Cavan winning 5 All Ireland Senior titles as well as numerous Ulster crowns for which he donated the famous Anglo Celt trophy. He was President of Cavan County Board for many years until his death. He was also a leading figure in the world of Athletics and was Official Handicapper for Cavan- a job that brought the young John F to every  sports and athletic meeting in County Cavan. He took an active part in the foundation of County Cavan Golf Club which was first situated on  his Grandfather’s land at Killynebber House. He later took an important role in the relocation and development of the  course at Drumelis in 1922. Representing the Irish Parliamentary Party he contested the famous East Cavan By Election of 1918 where he was just edged out by the legendary Arthur Griffith who was  to become the first Vice President and President of the Irish Free State. In 1927 John F contested the General Election as an Independent and was returned for Cavan at the head of the poll and served the people of Cavan in Dail Eireann until 1933. He was a prominent member of the Procedures and Privileges Committee and founding member of the Centre Party which the present Minister  of Agriculture James Dillon represented for many years before  joining Fine Gael. He was a long time member of Cavan Urban Council Cavan Board Guardians and founding member of Saint Patrick’s College Past Pupils Union .He was a distinguished member of the Kilmore Diocesan Committee founded in 1917 by Bishop Finnegan with the express aim of providing a new Cathedral for the Diocese. Under Bishop Lyons this dream became a reality and John F O Hanlon and the Anglo Celt played a pivotal role in ensuring that the Cathedral was not only built to the highest possible specification but incredibly paid for in full to allow it’s consecration on the 14^th September 1947  on the same day as Cavan beat Kerry to win  their 3^rd All Ireland Senior title in the Polo Grounds New York. He was a founding member of Cavan Committee of Agriculture in 1906 and Cavan Show Committee where he was a Trustee of the Society until his death. He was a founder member of the Association of Irish Newspapers and Master Printers. He suffered a grievous loss just over 2 years ago with the death of his beloved wife Kathleen (Bobbie) Gannon whom he married in 1919 and although he recovered from the shock he was cared for by his only daughter Joan who ensured that he could stay at home and not require hospitalisation during the last few difficult months of his life .The last rites of the Church were administered by Father A B McGrath and the remains were received at the Cathedral by his good friend Father Jimmy O Reilly Adm who was a frequent visitor to the O Hanlon house in Farnham Street. The coffin was carried from the house to the Cathedral by members of the Anglo Celt staff while at the funeral they were assisted by members of Cavan County Board GAA. Father A B McGrath was the chief celebrant of the funeral Mass in the packed Cathedral on Christmas Eve and John F O Hanlon one of the great giants of the Community in Cavan was buried in Cullies spending his first Christmas away from home. He is survived by his three sons William P Edward T Fredrick F  his daughter Joan sister Mrs Finlay Cavan Airmid Nuala daughters in law John F Simon Mark grandsons Morna and Catherine granddaughters .

Mullahoran win their 1^st ever Senior League title defeating the holders Cootehill 2-4 to 1-6  in a bad tempered game played in the worst possible weather conditions with hail rain and even snow falling in torrents throughout. In presenting the trophy  the Chairman of the County Board TP O Reilly said that he could not congratulate the players on the disgraceful way the game was played and presented the trophy to the Mullahoran Captain Connie Halton without further comment.

Trading in Cavan town was very brisk during the weeks leading up to Christmas but the harsh Winter weather dampened the enthusiasm and volume of the customary last minute Christmas Rush.

Father Pat Donohoe eldest son of Johnny and Alice Donohoe Bridge Street is ordained a priest by Bishop Cleary at a glittering ceremony in Dalgan Park Navan attended by all of the Donohoe family to whom the  new priest gave his first blessing. Father Donohoe assisted by family friend Father P J Gargan celebrated his 1^st Mass in the Cathedral on Saturday morning where he again imparted his blessing to friends and neighbours.

Over 600 children greet Santa on his arrival on the  Fire Engine where he distributed gifts to the delighted children patting each of them on the head.

Father AB McGrath Choirmaster entertains the altar boys and choir in the De La Salle School then accompanies them to the pictures in the nearby Magnet Cinema.

Sympathy is extended to Ina McEntee 4 Saint Phelim’s Place on the death of her father P J Kennedy Galway on Christmas Day. P J was a  distinguished member of Galway County Council staff.

Service of Carols and Christmas Hymns broadcast on New Year’s Eve from Cavan Parish Church on Radio Eireann. Bishop Tyndall DD conducted the Service assisted by Rector RCH Turkington. Mrs Anderson Royal School conducted the Choir while Rev W Slater was on the Organ.

De La Salle Brothers serve the Christmas Dinner to the Community and Orphans in Saint Clare’s Convent. Each child received a beautiful Christmas gift from beneath the gaily decorated Christmas Tree. On Saint Stephen’s Day the local branch of Saint Vincent De Paul presented each child with their own gift and provided fruit biscuits  and sweets to the delighted orphans. Later as usual the great Joe Murray Garda Superintendent put on a film show followed by concert items which was thoroughly enjoyed and appreciated.

January 5^th 1957 As usual the New Year was heralded in at midnight by the parading Cavan Labour Band playing season airs.

Death of Margaret O Reilly Derrycramph in Saint Phelim’s Hospital. She is survived by 3 brothers and 1 sister. Funeral from the Cathedral to Kilmore Old Cemetery.

Isobel Cinnamond achieves 1^st place in Church exam at Cavan Presbyterian Church. Isobel is daughter of Ned and Mrs Cinnamond Church Street.

Dessie Gumley son of Pat and Delia Gumley Drumalee picked a beautiful bunch of primroses over the Christmas Holiday.

Cavan CYMS Whist Top Score  Maureen McDonald 1^st Lady Mrs PJ O Reilly 2^nd Josephine McEntee 1^st Gent Paddy Woods and 2^nd Gent Eddie Doonan.

Messages of Sympathy continue to pour in to the family of the late John F O Hanlon with Virginia Show Cavan Drama Festival Cavan County and Urban Council Fine Gael Cavan AOH Cavan ICA Cavan Virginia and Belturbet Golf Clubs Cavan Dog and Gun Club Virginia Blues GFC  Cavan Christmas Tree Protestant Board of Governors National Blood Transfusion all sending messages of sympathy.

January 12^th 1957 Anthony Eden resigns as British Prime Minister in the wake of the Suez Crisis stating health reasons. RA Butler is the overwhelming favourite to succeed Sir Anthony.

Border areas on high alert as IRA continue their attacks on RUC Stations along the border. Sean South from Garryowen Limerick Fergal O Hanlon from Monaghan and an RUC officer are shot dead. John A Costello condems these acts of ‘tyranny’ stating that ‘Partition will never be ended by force ‘ Eamon De Valera condemns ‘the tyranny of a few’.

Nurse Mary Ann Cadden aged 57 who was sentenced to death for the murder of Helen O Reilly has her sentenced commuted to Penal Servitude for Life.

Noel O Reilly Victor Sherlock Jim McDonnell and Brian Gallagher are the 4 Cavan representatives on the Ulster team to play Connaught in Sligo.

Breffni Park Draw 1^st £20 Joe Ebbitt Faragh Crossdoney  2^nd P McCoy Main Street Cootehill. Promoter’s Prize Mattie Corcoran Providers.

R A Butler is passed over in Britain as Queen Elizabeth after consulting with Winston Churchill asks Harold McMillen to form the next Government. Member of the House of Commons since 1923, 63 year old McMillan is MP for Bromley and succeeded RA Butler as Chancellor of the Exchequer in Sir Anthony Eden’s Cabinet.

Death of Catherine Conlon at the age of 34 at the residence of her sister Mrs Packy Leonard Bridge Street. Native of Lacken Co Monaghan ,she is survived by her brothers sisters and other relatives.Funeral from the Cathedral to Killygarry Cemetery.

Sympathy is extended to Griffith Black and Myrtle Henderson on the death of their distinguished uncle Herbert C Black Drumbar. Funeral from Kilmore Cathedral to the adjoining churchyard.

Sergeant J McMahon son of Mr and Mrs John McMahon Emmett Place is awarded the BEM in the British New Year’s Honours List .He joined the British Army on the outbreak of World War 2 in 1939 and served in the 405 Company Royal  Pioneer Corps.

‘Ali Baba and the 40 Thieves’ biggest cast ever assembled on a  Cavan stage. Girl’s Chorus Emily Devaney Celestie O Reilly Marie Sullivan Rita Smith Collette O Reilly and Josephine McGarvey.Maura Maloney led the dancing girls of  Bimba McCabe Valerie McCarren Maeve Coulter Ena Gear Sheila O Reilly Myra Mannion Miriam and Una Healy with some beautiful tap dancing and ballet. Noreen Madden was outstanding with beautiful voice and stunning figure while Imra Furlong of Nomads fame gave a sterling performance as Morgana.Sean Bergin in the title role of Ali Baba brought all his considerable talents to the part and was consistently excellent all week. George Maloney as Ali Baba’s wife was the star of the show and his singing of ‘A Sweet Old Fashioned Girl ‘ was the highlight of a brilliant performance. Michael Donnelly and Michael Lynch took over from the legendary Sonny Magee and Frank Lynott and coped admirably. Pat McNulty was excellent and Phyllis Lynch was a beautiful Baghdad maiden. Other notable performers were Bill Galvin Joe Berwick Andy Mohan Robert McCarthy Val Kennedy .Men’s Chorus Mel Keaveney E Kingston Andy Mohan Michael Rafferty Brendan Jenkins Gene Cullivan  Sean Connolly Liam Kinsella Andy McGahon Gerry Moore John Maguire Niall Walsh Eddie Reilly Jerry Lyons Paddy McNamara John Sharkey and Kevin Horan .One of the highlights of the show was the men’s chorus in full voice singing ‘Stout Hearted Men’. Children’s Chorus Frances Sullivan Breda Sullivan Clare Maloney Sinead  Blessing Sarann O Reilly Frances Donoghue Ethna Nee Alice Donohoe Mary Moran Leila Lally Noeleen McCormick Doreen Gaffney Sheila Brady Katherine Smyth Renee Tully Gerry Cusack Moya Maloney Catherine English Dolores Smith and Denise O Brien. Senior Children’s Chorus highlight was the beautiful rendition of ‘Alice Blue Gown’ Mary Ormsby Lorraine McCarren Sheila Dowd Florence Elliott Aíne Sullivan Margaret Beggs Joan O Brien Ann Donohoe Olive Magee Geraldine Magee Deidre Conlon and Gráinne Blessing. Musical Director Maisie Magee Orchestra Stan Mullery and Members of the Urney Ceilidhe Band .Choreography Maura Maloney and Mrs Ballagh Dublin .Wardrobe Mistress Maureen Hand Make Up Teresa O Rourke Annie Brady Frank Carroll John Donohoe and Paddy  Donohoe Scenery painted by Jim Scanlon Stage Managers Dennis Whelan and Joe Duffy .Lighting and Effects Smyth’s 60 Main Street and Strand Electric Dublin. Script and Producer M J Sonny Magee.

January 19^th 1957 Aiden Madden Fire Chief and Tommy McCormick Elmbank Hatcheries feature on the hour long programme from Radio Eireann. Aiden explains to farmers how they should react to fire breaking out on their farms while Tommy describes in detail his recent trip to America where he visited a large duck farm stating that he intends to install the same sophisticated techniques at his Cavan plant. The interview will conclude next Sunday!

Bridge Club N/S Tom Hickey and Una Smith E/W Dermot Morgan and Mr Sullivan.

Kathleen Sullivan’s Captain Prize at Cavan Bridge Club N/S Tom and Maggie Hickey E/W E T O Hanlon and DP  Hunt.

Sympathy is extended to Airmid O Hanlon and Una Smith on the death of their uncle Canon McMullin P P Carrigart County Donegal who was brother of Surgeon J C McMullin former County Surgeon Cavan.

Cavan are just beaten in the last minute of extra time by Enniskillen 11 points to 8 in their first round Ulster Rugby clash at the Royal School Cavan. Cavan team Jim Meehan R Scott Bill Flannery J Phelan Cyril Morris Peter Storey Teddy McCormack H Coyle J Burns F Cooney Sean Woods C Sheridan George Maloney Michael Donnelly Captain and Norman Cinnamond. Jim McGinn scored the winning try for Enniskillen in the very last minute  of extra time when a replay at the Enniskillen venue looked a certainty.

January 26^th 1957 Princess Grace of Monaco gives birth to a baby girl Caroline Louise Marguerite. Arrival of heir to Princess Grace and Prince Rainier of Monaco is greeted by a 21 gun salute.

Congratulations to Dermot C O Sullivan who passed his final Veterinary examinations MVB MRCVSI, he is eldest son of Inspector O Sullivan Cavan.

‘Free to All’ Paddy Conaty deplores the downward spiral of gaelic football in the County town where the present clubs Cavan Slashers and Harps failed at Senior Junior and Minor levels to impress in the last few seasons. Paddy goes on to say that he has secured the services of Father James J O Reilly Adm to Chair the discussion planned for the Town Hall on Tuesday January 29th with a view to amalgamating the two clubs .

February 2^nd 1957 Death of John Weir Breffni Terrace at a relatively early age. He was a member of the Irish Army during the Emergency and served in Athlone and Mullingar. He is survived by his mother brothers and sisters .Funeral from the Cathedral to Cullies cemetery.

George Carroll Senior 23 College Street suffers a bad fall on the thick ice at Magee’s Corner (Tom Boylan’s ). He is making satisfactory progress at the Surgical Hospital.

Cavan Bridge Club N/S Rev Patrick J Gargan and John Marron E/W Ina Hickey and Gerry Moore.

After tabling a motion of ‘no confidence’ in the Government by Sean McBride Clann Na Poblachta and Eamonn De Velera. They are informed that the Taoiseach John A Costello has asked the President  to dissolve the 15^th Dail and the General Election will be held on March 5^th 1957.

February 9^th 1956 Worst storm in living memory as hundreds of trees are uprooted and roofs TV aerials’ and ESB and Telephone cables are blown down in the over 100 M P H winds followed by torrential rain which left the area flooded.

Owen Roe O Neill and Sons Butchers open their new Butcher’s Shop in the premises they purchased from John James Greene Butcher 80 Main Street.

Unexpected spanner in the works at 2^nd meeting in the Town Hall in connection with amalgamating both Cavan Slashers and Harps when Phil Lee Jimmy Sheridan and Jimmy Egan inform the meeting that following a meeting of the Cavan Harps players the motion to amalgamate the two clubs was roundly rejected by 14 votes to 2 with one player abstaining. Father Jimmy O Reilly Adm expresses amazement with this turn of events as it was expected that the process would only be a matter of form following the 1^st meeting in the Town Hall. Several suggestions are made including scrapping the process but Poppy McNamara states that the Harps meeting was  not democratically assembled as he nor the delegates at the 1^st meeting were invited or canvassed for their views. It is unanimously agreed that the Harps Delegation re consult their club with a view to obtaining the overall view and report back to a final meeting in the Town Hall where a definite decision on the proposed amalgamation can be reached.

Death of Lt Colonel Lord Farnham at the age of 77 in a Dublin Nursing Home. He was the 11^th Baron Farnham a title in existence and held by the Maxwell family who are of Scottish descent since 1761. Educated at Harrow he attended the Royal Military College at Sandhurst in 1900 and took part in the African War from 1901 to 1902 as a Lieutenant and was mentioned in dispatches. Married Aileen Selina 2^nd daughter of Charles Coote Mallow County Cork in 1908. Later that year he was appointed Irish Representative Peer in the House of Lords. On the outbreak of World War 1 he joined the Enniskillen Fusiliers and commanded a Battalion winning a Distinguished Service medal. He was reported missing presumed dead in 1919 but was taken prisoner by the Germans but managed to escape and make his way back to England and later his own demesne in Farnham where he was carried shoulder high from Cavan Railway Station by  his tenants and employees who rejoiced in his miraculous re appearance. However events in Ireland drove him out of Farnham in 1922 and he remained in London until 1927 when he returned to Farnham to farm his vast lands where he produced choice vegetables flowers and livestock including many prize winning horses in which he had a  special interest. During his long reign he oversaw the building of the Town Hall and the establishment of Town Hall Street. He was a keen exhibitor and Vice President Cavan Show Society and could be seen daily on his own farm directing operations from his tractor .Outstanding golfer  he donated facilitated the establishment of County Cavan Golf Club and was himself a former Captain and played of a handicap of 4. He was also an expert tennis player and facilitated the Cavan Lawn Tennis Club at Farnham Street  behind the Protestant Hall. Every Wednesday afternoon the Farnham’s held their own very elite Tennis Outing which finished with Lady Farnham serving a delicious tea to the strictly invited guests. From a young boy he holidayed in Switzerland and was an expert skier over all terrains. He took a very active interest in the promotion and welfare of the Church of Ireland being a member of the Diocesan Synod and Trustee and Administrator of the Diocesan Court. Member of the Grand Lodge of Masons he took a keen interest in the welfare of those who had fallen on tough times or were destitute through no fault of their own. Governor of the Royal School. He was President of the Board of Governors of the Adelaide Hospital. Member of the exclusive Naval and Military Clubs Kildare Street Dublin and the Royal Automobile Association. He lost his only son Somerset Arthur Maxwell wounded in battle in 1942 and he is succeeded by his 25 year old Grandson Barry Owen Somerset Maxwell of Lightwater House Lightwater Surrey. Barry was educated at Eton and is a Lieutenant in the Royal House Guards. Lord Farnham 11^th Baron is survived by his daughter Vereena wife of Major Mark Vance Mulbank MVO Equerry to Queen Elizabeth since 1954. The removal of the remains to Kilmore Cathedral was accompanied on the journey from Dublin by a huge cortege of cars.

Brian Corr son of Mr and Mrs Corr Farnham Street is called up for training with the Irish Air Corps .

Death of Jane Brady Breffni Terrace relict of the late Terence. She w as popular with all classes and creeds and practiced true Christian charity .Survived by her sons brothers and daughter in law .Father Joe Dolan CC officiated at the funeral from the Cathedral to Cullies.

February 16^th 1956 William Henry Pratt 16 ½  is accidentally shot dead while  out shooting with his brother Robert 18. Son of William and Mrs Pratt Toneymore they were on their way home when William brushed against the gun held by Bob which mysteriously discharged killing him instantly. He was a helper on his father’s farm and was also employed as a Clerk in Smith’s Garage. Dr Jack Sullivan Cavan gave evidence to the Jury that death was due to bleeding and shock and the Jury on the direction of Paddy Cusack County Coroner brought in a verdict of ‘ accidental death’. Kilmore Cathedral was packed to capacity for the funeral which was conducted by the Rev RCH Turkington with burial in the New Cemetery.

Funeral of Lt Col Lord Farnham DSO in Kilmore Cathedral. Among the Clergy were Bishop Bruton former Archbishop of Dublin Bishop PJ Mitchell Down and Connor Dr C J Tyndall Kilmore Dr FW Grant Venerable HW Shire Rev RCH Turkington Rector Kilmore. The chief mourners were Lady Farnham Hon Mrs Milbank daughter Barry Owen Somerset Maxwell heir David Gibbs grandson Zoe Maxwell Hon Stella Maxwell sisters Major R Lucas Clements John Lucas Clements and Miss Lucas Clements cousins Brigadier Gibbs and Major Mark Milbank sons in law. Father James J O Reilly Adm representing the Catholic Bishop of Kilmore Austin Quinn Jack Halpin ET and Willie O Hanlon Dr Jack Sullivan MD PF Baxter Chairman of the Seanad Paddy O Reilly TD Dermot McCarthy County Manager Rev John Anderson Royal School and Father Patrick Gaffney President Saint Patrick’s College were also among the distinguished attendance.

New football and hurling club for Cavan as Cavan Harps and Cavan Slashers are voted out of existence as over 60 people from both clubs gather under the Chairmanship of Father Jimmy O Reilly Adm for the 3^rd time in as many weeks. This time Johnny O Rourke replaced Phil Lee as spokesman for the Harps saying that ‘a majority of the members were in favour of amalgamating the Clubs to give Cavan town a united front for the first time in 25 years. He hoped now that once again the town could compete at the highest level in the County and through the new Club foster players fit and able enough to represent the County at all levels’. Hughie Doonan proposed and Tom McNamara seconded that the name of the Club should be Cavan Gaels. Slashers representatives John Johnston Tommy Hughes Matty Corcoran AJ O Brien NT Jimmy Finlay TM Gilroy and Pat O Neill hurling .Harps representatives Pappy McNamara Johnny O Rourke Willie Doonan Seamus Fay Tom McNamara and John Keogan .All officers elected unanimously Chairman Father Jimmy J O Reilly Adm Vice Chairman Paddy Conaty Joint Secretaries Jimmy ‘Inky’ Sheridan and Sean Galligan Treasurer Father P J Gargan CC Assistant Treasurer Seamus Fay .County Board Reps Senior Football Hugh ‘Bud’ McNamara Junior Football Father P J Gargan CC and Hurling Pat O Neill. Hughie L Smith Secretary of Cavan County Board hailed this ‘as a red letter day for football in the County town and hoped it would bring to an end the 25 year division when football in the town was the big loser’. Tommy Hughes paid tribute to the diplomatic skills of Father Jimmy O’ Reilly and the tenaciousness and sheer hard work of Paddy Conaty who prepared the ground for this momentous decision. He concluded by saying that ‘the positive decision of the Harps to amalgamate was chiefly brought about by the untiring efforts and enthusiasm of Poppy McNamara’.

Kathleen Bell proprietor of the Arch Café is made a presentation by her many friends as she leaves Cavan for Dublin at a function in the Ulster Arms. Gerry M Lovett made the presentation followed by a Social with comedy items and songs.

Jean McFeeley BDS Swellan House is the presenter of this week’s Recital at Cavan Gramophone Society including a delightful programme of light music by Chopin John McCormack and a piano recital by Jeanette Cohen.

Death of Mary Carney relict of Patrick College Street in Saint Phelim’s Hospital. Survived by her sister Sister Mary Palatina USA. .Funeral from the Cathedral to Killygarry.

February 23^rd 1957 Winners at the Juvenile Boxing Tournament in the Market Square where trainer Jim Brady exhibited the wealth of talent which he is currently training at their Headquarters in the Market Square.  Bunty McDermott Teddy O Neill Frankie Weir Tony Higgins Peter Kinsella Harry Donegan who drew with Andy Murray Tom McNamara Tommy Carroll Bobby Gray who drew with Noel McKiernan Davie O Connor Richard Clarke Tommy Donegan Phil ‘Lightning; Murray Nicky Kitson and Jackie Murphy .

Cavan Ladies Golf 1957 President Dorie Smith Captain Betty Hickey Treasurer Molly Finnegan Secretary Olive Black Match Secretary Mrs Eddie Flood.

Patrick J Hickey eldest son of Mr and Mrs Joe Hickey Main Street is appointed Chief Operations Officer at the Department of Posts and Telegraphs.

Connie McEntee Church Street in fire drama as her bedroom fills with smoke coming from a downstairs room rented by her Aunt Miss Brady to Fianna Fail for Election 1957. The cause of the fire was an oval stove which was left lit after  hours and but for the swift actions of Connie and the early arrival of the Fire Brigade under Captain Aidan Madden could have resulted in more serious damage to the premises opposite the Surgical Hospital.

Labour Band 1957 Chairman Mick Farrell Vice Chairman Seamus McCormack Secretary P Farrelly Trustees Eddie Moore and Paddy Tully. Committee Josie Greenan F Murray P Greenan.

March 2^nd 1957 Death of Bernard Heslin 2 Coleman Road and Kelly’s Terrace at the age of 84. One of Cavan’s oldest and most respected businessmen he was a Bread Agent for Galbraith’s Bread and Hughe’s Bread Belfast supplying bread to the surrounding shops in the countryside. Survived by his sisters Margaret and Mary Ann Heslin Cavan. Large attendance at the funeral in the Cathedral where Father JJ O Reilly officiated and burial took place in Cullies.

Death of Michael Lee Dover England. Survived by his wife and family with funeral taking place in England.

Death of Terence McKiernan at the residence of  his  brother Joe ‘The  Shamrock Hotel’. Survived by his daughters son in law brother and sister. Funeral from the Cathedral to Potahee.

Death of Michael Leddy Drumcrave in Saint Phelim’s Hospital .Funeral from the Cathedral to Killygarry.

Death of Mary Sexton relict of James Sexton Connolly Street 7 years after the death of her husband James. Highly respected member of an old Cavan family she was very well known for her charity and hospitality. Survived by her sons daughters and other relatives. Father J J O Reilly officiated at the funeral with a large crowd attending the funeral and removal with burial in Killygarry.

Over 7,000 ‘are comfortably’ accommodated to watch Cavan beat Ulster Champions Tyrone 1-9 to 1-8 in the Final of the Fitzsimmons Cup played in pouring rain in Kells. Referee T Million Meath and the Cup and medals were presented to the victorious Cavan team after the game. Cavan Seamus Morris Noel O Reilly Dan McCaffrey Cecil O Reilly Donal Kelly Tom Maguire  Jim McDonnell Mick Lynch Gerry Keyes Con Smith Brian Gallagher Seamus Conaty James Brady Victor Sherlock Captain Charlie Gallagher Sub Mal Shields for Jim McDonnell .

Saint Patrick’s College beat Saint McCartan’s College Monaghan in Breffni Park 4-5 to 0-6 to win their section of the Ulster College’s League and qualify for the McRory Cup Final. Team M Lynch Felim Kelly B Brady Jimmy Smith PA O Reilly  Jimmy O Donnell Eddie McLoughlin Dessie Coyle Sean Brady P Hurley T Kilkenny and Eamonn O Grady. Referee John Johnston Cavan.

Breffni Park Draw 1^st K Smith Lisdarn £20 2^nd Brian Boylan 61 Main Street Cavan 3^rd £2 K Galligan Connolly Street.£1 each Jackie Gilroy Coleman Road and Mrs Cissie Ronaghan Town Hall Street

Surgeon Cullen retires as Medical Officer Saint Phelim’s Hospital after many years distinguished service. Social and dancing followed the presentation with musical items from the patients and staff.

Eugene Leddy and  his Ceilidhe Band on 5 day tour of Scotland at the invitation of the Irish Society in Greenock. Members of the Band who travelled by boat from Belfast Frank Leddy Paddy McPhilips Ken Browne Tommy Reilly P Teevan T Curran Killeshandra Jennie Breen NT Butlersbridge and Mrs McGovern Belturbet.

Jack J Norry Overseer in Cavan Post Office and Saint Phelim’s Place Cavan is promoted to Postmaster Cootehill.

Presentation to Joe Flately Castletara who is emigrating with his entire family to the USA. Seamus McCormack made the presentation in the Town Hall with music by Des Jenkins and His Orchestra.

Fancy Dress in Kilmore Hall Prettiest Valerie Pratt ‘Doll in Box’ Funniest F Lyndsey ‘Parson’s Cat’ Best Advertisement Ruby Foster ‘Lemon’s Pure Sweets’ Most Original Doreen and Ruth Stafford .Adult’s Fancy Dress ‘Bride and Groom’ L Pratt and Hazel Gordon Funniest Clement Daniels and Victor Soden ‘Love on the Dole’ Most Original Betty Browne ‘Radio Eireann’ Best Pair Mrs Turkington and Doreen Lord Novelty Fred Harris Gerry Graham R Stafford ‘Question Time’ and G Lowe was presented with the Special Prize.

March 9^th 1957 Eamonn De Velera leads Fianna Fail back into Government with a majority of at least 9 seats .Ballinamore returned 2 Sinn Fein Deputies including John Joe McGirl who is in jail in Mountjoy as Sinn Fein make big inroads returning 4 deputies and polling very well everywhere despite the fact that they would  not attend the Dail. Sean McBride who precipitated the Election by voting no confidence in the Taoiseach John A Costello is not re elected and John Tully Cavan is the sole Clann Na Poblachta representative in the 16^th Dail. There was a nationwide turnout of 71%.Paddy Smith as usual headed the Poll at the Cavan Count in the Courthouse where Mr M McKenna County Registrar Coleman Road was Returning Officer for the 4 seat Cavan Constituency with a quota of 6,116 .First Count Paddy Smith FF 7,309 Paddy O Reilly FG 4,704 John Tully Clann Na Poblachta 4,307 John Cole Independent 4,161 Paddy Duffy Sinn Fein 3,308 Seamus Dolan FF 2,626 Michael Sheridan FF 2,610 Frank McGovern FG 1,533. At 10.15 pm Paddy O Reilly FG John Tully CNP and Michael Sheridan all reached the Quota and joined  Paddy Smith as TDs for Cavan in the 16^th Dail. The overall position was FF 78 FG 40 Labour 12 Sinn Fein 4 Clann Na Talun 3 Clann Na Poblachta 1 Independents 9.

Captain and Noreen Madden are guests of Cavan Fire Brigade in the ‘Dew Drop Inn’ when they were made a presentation by the local Brigade as they leave Cavan to take up a similar position in County Tipperary. Phil Writt Captain said that it was impossible to quantify Aiden Madden’s contribution to Cavan and particularly the Fire Service over the last 7 years. Aiden Madden brought with him a great enthusiasm and know how to the Fire Brigade and they were only slowly recovering from the shock of the Convent Fire in 1943. It would be fair to say that Aidan Madden a qualified Engineer and the first full time Fire Chief in Cavan revolutionised the service which in 1950 consisted of a couple of hand carts drawn by the members in all conditions. Jimmy Finlay made the presentation to  Aidan and Noreen and wished them well in their new surroundings in County Tipperary.

Jack  Flood Hackney Services Bridge Street presents a wallet of notes to Gerry McConnell at a Social in the Protestant Hall where music was by the very popular Des Jenkins and His Orchestra. Gerry is third youngest son of Jack and Alice McConnell Ashe Street and is emigrating to England.

Death of Matilda Allison Drumard wife of John. Survived by her husband and family. Funeral from Kilmore Cathedral to Kilmore Cemetery.

March 16^th 1957 Saint Joseph’s Hospital Lisdarn is to be closed as a TB Hospital with the Maternity and Medical patients transferred from Saint Phelim’s Hospital which will now revert to it ‘s original position as a Geriatric Hospital run by the Sisters of Mercy.

Sean T and Mrs O Kelly President of Ireland is the only head of state to attend the 18^th Anniversary Celebrations of the Coronation of Pius XII in Saint Peter’s Rome. Afterwards the 81 year old Pontiff received President and Mrs O Kelly in private audience lasting over ½ hour.

Prize Bonds go on sale in Ireland for the first time with units of £5 available at every Post Office.

The practice of serving drink at Funerals and Wakes is roundly condemned by Bishop Austin Quinn in a letter read at all Masses in  the Diocese.

Death of Rebecca Eleanor McDowell sister of the late Rev William MA DD the Presbyterian Church Farnham Street. Burial took place from Moira Presbyterian Church to the adjoining cemetery.

Tommy Hughes Assistant Secretary Cavan County Board GAA and a playing member of Cavan Gaels GFC is promoted to Overseer Cavan Post Office to replace Jack Norry who was recently promoted Postmaster in Cootehill.

Jimmy ‘Inky’ Sheridan formerly Telegraph Messenger with Cavan Post Office is promoted to the position of Postman Mullagh. Jimmy is Secretary and a playing member of the new Cavan Gaels GFC.

Local Branch of Comaltas Ceoltori Eireann organise a very successful and spectacular Saint Patrick’s Day making it’s way from the Cathedral to The Town Hall via Church Street Main Street Connolly Street and College Street. Brilliant Irish themed Floats include ‘Phil the Fluter’s Ball ‘ and ‘Roisin Dubh’ while Cavan Guild ICA and the Red Cross also had tastefully decorated floats which enthralled the many  hundreds of onlookers who flocked into the town from far and near to celebrate the Feast of Saint Patrick. Among the Bands taking part were Aughavas Pipe Band Mountain Road Pipe Band Drumcrow War Pipers Labour Band Cavan Boy Scout’s Accordion Band and the De La Salle Flagelot Band. At the Ceilidhe and side shows in the Town Hall and throughout the immediate area Ceilidhe Bands taking part included The Crystal Ceilidhe Band Saint Phelim’s Ceilidhe Band Jack Reilly’s Ceilidhe  Dun a Ri Ceilidhe Band and the  Harp of Eireann Ceilidhe Band.

County Cavan Bridge Championships held in the Farnham Hotel N/S Kathleen Sullivan and Dermot Morgan E/W Father Sean O Reilly and Professor William Browne MA

Cavan Chamber of Commerce 1957 President Con A Smith Vice President Robert Mackeral Hon Secretary Griffith H Black Treasurer DB Aherne Munster and Leinster Bank. Council MS MJ Galligan Tom Brady Robert Henderson Tom Malone Liam Bogue Tommy McCormick Dessie Tweedy Brian Coleman and VG Molloy.The outgoing President Tom McCarren did not seek re election but appealed to the business people to join and support the newly formed Chamber of Commerce. After a long discussion in which nearly every member made a contribution on the impending European Free Trade Agreement the Chamber passed a resolution supporting ‘Free Trade for Agricultural products only ‘!

March 23^rd 1957 Eamon De Velera is elected Taoiseach by the 16^th Dail winning  by 78 votes to 53 . Paddy Smith Cootehill is named in the Cabinet as Minister for Local Government and Social Welfare. Paddy Smith was born in Tunnyduff in 1901 and at the age of 16 joined the Volunteers rising to the rank of Company Quartermaster he was later appointed Commandant Carrickallen Brigade. In 1921 he was hunted down and arrested by the British and later sentenced to death for his part in the Volunteers. The signing of the Treaty saved  his life but he fought on the Republican side in the Civil War and spent time in Dundalk Newbridge and Harepark Prisons. While in jail and only 21, he was elected a member of Dail Eireann for Sinn Fein in 1922 and has represented Cavan in the Dail since. He has served as Parliamentary Secretary to an Taoiseach 1939 Parliamentary Secretary to  the Minister of Finance 1943 Minister for Agriculture in 1944 and Minister for Local Government 1951.

Death of Christina Sullivan New York formerly Creighan Terrace. She was the youngest daughter of the large family of Mr and Mrs Jack Sullivan Creighan Terrace and her father was a most respected and expert Cooper in Cavan for over 50 years. She is survived by her sister brother and other relatives .Funeral in New York.

Breffni Park Draw 1^st £20 Eugene O  Neill Saint Phelim’s Place Cavan 2^nd  and £5 Fred Morris Church Street .Promoter’s Prize £2 Packy Phair Killeshandra .

Justice Teevan accompanied by County Registrar F J McKenna is greeted by a Guard of Honour drawn from the local Garda under Superintendent Joe Murray as he arrives to officiate at  his first High Court in the Courthouse Cavan. Justice Teevan is a native of Bawnboy West Cavan.

De La Salle School win the All Ireland Drama Finals in the Olympia Theatre Dublin with ‘Aobhinn Beatha  an Scolaire’. They were placed 1^st in the Over 11 section and the Producer was Brother Cyril.

Mary T Caffrey widow of the recently deceased Patrick B Caffrey The Bungalow Drumalee dies at the residence of her daughter Mrs C J Dawson after a brief illness. Known and respected over a wide area her husband was Fitter in Saint Phelim’s Hospital. She was a woman of great charity and kindness of deep Christian faith. Father A B McGrath officiated at the funeral from the Cathedral to Ballinagh Cemetery.

March 30^th 1957 Death of Claire Frances Donoghue 33 College Street at the District Hospital in Dundalk. Survived by her brother sisters and other relatives .Funeral from the Cathedral to Saint Brigid’s Cemetery Killygarry. Father James J O Reilly Adm officiated.

Death of Josephine Maloney Pound Arch way and 58 Main Street after a short illness at the age of 56 just 9 months after the death of her husband George. Native of the town Jodie as she was affectionately known was a member of the Belford Family who were the leading Drapers and Outfitters in Cavan for over a century and traded from Bridge Street Corner or Belford’s Corner where Andy Slowey has his business to day 2011 .The family emigrated to South Africa  in 1929 but Nellie and Jody stayed on in Cavan .Nellie was a very well known and  highly respected member of Cavan County Council which she served in the Road Taxation Office for over half a century. Jodie was an outstanding wife and housewife and was a frequent welcome visitor to Smyth’s and McConnell’ who were nieces and nephews of Uncle George. Predeceased by her husband George and son Sean as an infant Jodie Maloney is survived by he daughter Patsy SRN and her sister  Nellie in Cavan and brothers and sisters in South Africa. Father James J O Reilly Adm officiated at the funeral from the Cathedral to Killygarry Cemetery.

Death of Bridget McGahern 23 Wolfe Tone Street in Saint Phelim’s Hospital .Survived by her brothers sisters and other relatives .Father AB McGrath officiated at the funeral from the Cathedral to Drumcor.

Leaders of 6 West European nations France Italy West Germany Belgium Holland and Luxembourg sign in Rome the European Community and Eurotam draft treaties which bind 160,000,000 in an economic union and may eventually lead to a new world power.

Wide and colourful selection of coats suits and cotton frocks to suit all pockets and tastes at the Vera Brady Fashion Show in the packed and appreciative Town Hall where the Mannequins were from the Miriam Woodbyrne Agency Dublin with local teenagers Mary Mullarkey and Eileen Connolly modelling for the younger person and Sheila Brady and Kay Mullery modelling the new season children’s clothes .Draw at the interval for the District Nursing Fund while the entire proceeds of the Fashion Show go to Cavan Branch Saint Vincent De Paul.

Tommy Flood is the recipient of a presentation by his friends and colleagues in the town as well as his  work mates in Cavan County Council as he leaves Cavan for America with his sister Frances Lynch and her 4 young children where they will be met in New York by Frances’ husband .

Cavan Bridge Club 1^st Mr and Mrs P D Maloney E/W Professor Browne MA and Father Francis McKiernan Saint Patrick’s College.

Samuel Johnston gives and excellent recital at Cavan Gramophone Society introducing and presenting the music of Handel while Dr P Watters will give the final recital of the Season at Cavan Gramophone Society next week.

Con Smith and Mick Lynch representing Butlersbridge GFC are the stars of a very slick effective forward line that overcome Meath 1-12 to 2-7 in the Division 2 League Final in Park Tailteann Navan, Cavan led by 1-7 to 1-3 at half time.

April 6^th 1957 Saint Columb’s College Derry with ‘ The Passing Day’ are the winners of the Dr Lyons Cup and the Open Section at Cavan Drama Festival .The Patrician Players Cavan with ‘The Wayward Saint’ are the winners of the Hugh Lee Cup confined to groups from the Diocese of Kilmore. Cast Darragh Smith Bill Henry Betty Hickey Airmid O Hanlon Michael Donnelly Jack Binchey Miriam Healy Ena Gear Jack Brady and Bill Galvin. The Producer was Jack Binchey.Saint Bridget’s Dramatic Society Rathnew are the winners of the One Act Section and the Anglo Celt Cup. Best Producer Gerard Wheatley Bernadette Players Sligo with ‘Rebecca’ Best Actor A J Faulkner Athlone Little Theatre Group and Best Actress Nellie Carey Athlone Little Theatre Group who presented ‘Shadow and Substance’. Cavan GAA Cup for Irish plays under 14 Aisteori De La Salle with ‘Aoibheann Bheata an Scolaire’ Cast Paddy McCormack Patsy Lee James Connolly Richard Graham Damien Dillon Jerome Casey Dermot Burke Michael Murray Harry Hunt Liam Cooke and Joseph Hickey. The same group were 2^nd in their Section with ‘Iosagain’. Betty Fitzpatrick Cup for Elocution Madeline O Donoghue College Street and Val Mullery Francis Street.

Cavan play Kerry in the National League Semi Final in Croke Park with Mick Lynch Butlersbridge at full forward expected to be pivotal to Cavan’s chances of gaining revenge for their heavy defeat at the hands of Kerry when they last met in the All Ireland Semi Final Replay of 1955, 8 of the Cavan team who did duty that day line out on Sunday with the Referee once again  being Peter McDermott of Meath.

Bridie Smyth of the County Engineer’s Office is the winner of the Top Prize of £50 in the Cavan CYMS Monster Whist Drive in the Town Hall with a score of 148 from 19 games with Joe Shannon 2^nd with the same score receiving £10 after Bridie Smyth won on a cut. 1^st Lady A M O Reilly Tunnyduff 2^nd Peggy Costello Cavan 3^rd M Gingles Kells.  Gents 2^nd Gent Jack Clerkin 3^rd Farrell Smith Ballyjamesduff .Gerry Lovett as usual was an outstanding M C while Father P J Gargan Spiritual Director returned t hanks to the capacity attendance where over 80 tables were in play.

Michael Walsh Travel Agent Dublin gives a talk with film show on the Holy Land Lourdes Lisbon and Fatima to a large and interested attendance in the Town Hall.

Death of Ellen Brady Poles survived by her family sister and relatives. She was predeceased by her husband P J some time ago .Funeral from Saint Brigid’s Church Killygarry to  the adjoining cemetery.

Death of Michael Joseph ‘Josie’ Greenan at the age of 41 after a short illness at the Surgical Hospital. He was a Hackney Driver by trade and was known and respected over a wide area. Outstanding footballer he played with Cavan Slashers Cavan Harps and his own beloved Drumalee who were reformed twice in his lifetime being preceded  by Behey Benburbs. Star player for London Irish he won an All Ireland Junior medal with them when they defeated a fancied Leitrim team in the 1938 Home Final. Josie was to reappear in Croke Park in 1941 as a member of the Cavan team who were narrowly defeated by Kerry in the All Ireland Home Final. He was a member of the panel of the great Cavan teams of the late 1930s but emigrated to London when his place looked secure. H L Smith and Paddy Reilly Athbara represented Cavan County Board at the funeral while Seamus Gilheaney Chairman of the Ulster Council  represented the Provincial body at the packed attendance in the Cathedral. Cavan Gaels and Drumalee GFC formed a Guard of Honour marching each side of the hearse. Survived by his wife Annabella 4 young children (Micheal Eamonn Mary check) mother and 2 brothers and 2 sisters .Father Joe Dolan Adm officiated at the funeral and burial later in Cullies Cemetery. The  fixture between Farnham and Drumalee at Drumalee on Sunday was cancelled as a mark of respect .

April 13 ^th 1957 Kerry beat Cavan in the National League Semi Final by 0-9 to 0-8 after Cavan led by 0-7 to 0-2 at halftime having enjoyed the lion’s share of the possession playing with a fresh wind that blew from the Canal goal. The biggest culprit was the forwards who shot wide after wide or were beaten to the ball by a faster fitter Kerry rearguard where new Cavan sensation Mick Lynch was totally frozen out and seemed at sixes and sevens with his colleagues bemused by his unorthodox movements. Victor Sherlock and Tom Maguire were magnificent at midfield while Phil the Gunner Brady Captain was outstanding at full back. Jim McDonnell Noel Reilly and Hubert Gaffney coped well with a fast dangerous Kerry half forward line. Team Seamus Morris Donal Kelly Phil Brady Captain Brian O Reilly Hubert Gaffney Noel O Reilly Jim McDonnell Victor Sherlock Tom Maguire Con Smith Brian Gallagher Seamus Conaty James Brady Mick Lynch and Charlie Gallagher. Sub Dan McCaffrey for Donal Kelly.

James Bredin and son have acquired the famous Lismore Castle on the Burowes Estate in Crossdoney which was built in 1733 and are dismantling the stone of the castle to be used as foundation on the new ESSO plant which they are building on the Farnham Road .

The very popular Maureen McDonald and Cyril Arnold win the Captain’s William Browne’s Prize at Cavan Bridge Club.

Mary Josephine Kerrigan daughter of Mrs and the late Jack Kerrigan Annaglough is presented with her SRN for Nursing at Halifax General Hospital.

Martha Higgins Johnston late of Cavan dies in New York and burial took place in New York .

Death of Brigid O Neill Drumullen .Survived by her husband and family. Funeral from the Cathedral to Drumcor Cemetery .

April 20^th 1957  Tragic death of Michael Smith 6 Saint Mary’s Terrace Cavan following a fall from the Bell Tower he was renovating at Grange Church Sligo while working for P Elliott and Company. After hearing evidence from Paddy Elliott Employer and work colleagues at Grange Court House the Coroner P J Moran  instructed the Jury to bring a verdict of accidental death caused by a fall from a ladder. Town shocked by the news of the death of this great old character whom Paddy Elliott described as “one of the greatest Masons he ever saw whose work was second to none and never needed checking” .He was affectionately known as ‘Mickey the Mason’ and was a member of the old IRA taking an active part in the fight for Independence. He later emigrated to New York and for many years worked on skyscrapers and was acknowledged as one of the best at his trade. He afterwards returned to Ireland and joined his old friend Paddy Elliott who was starting off in the building trade in 1942. He worked mainly on churches and was Chief Mason at Drung Church and Nazareth House Sligo. The capacity attendance in the Cathedral witnessed the coffin draped in the tricolour being escorted by a Guard of Honour of his colleagues Old IRA under Charlie Reilly Drumherrish with Father A B McGrath officiating at the Mass and burial in Saint Brigid’s Cemetery Killygarry .

Death of Patrick Farrelly 6 Mons Terrace Cavan. Veteran of World War 1 where he was injured in battle. Returning to Cavan he spent his life as a Chimney Sweep and was known and respected for  his expertise over a wide area. Survived by his sons daughters and relatives. Father A B McGrath officiated at the funeral from the Cathedral to Cullies Cemetery .

Death of Ellen Murphy at the residence of her son in law Patrick Tully Coranure. She was relict of Thomas Murphy Clones. Survived by her sons daughters and large circle of friends. Funeral from the Cathedral to Commons Cemetery Clones .

Death of the legendary Paul Ronan at the residence of his daughter 21 Ryefield Park Mayfield Cork. He was a native of 2 Saint Patrick’s Swellan and was life long employee of the Anglo Celt being a Master Printer and Father of the Chapel in the Celt.He was father of the well known Leo Ronan Anglo Celt and is survived by his wife Sarah and family. Funeral from Saint Joseph’s Church Mayfield to Rathoney Cemetery.

Cavan Guild ICA perform Concert in 2 and 3 part harmony in the Town Hall where among the contributors was Patricia O Reilly of the Cavan Guild also taking part was Mrs Terry O Dowd and her son Tony, S Smith S Craig J Furlong Olive Black with Mrs A McLoughlin Narrator. Novelty items from Richard Black and Joe Berwick. The accompanist was Mrs G Black .Debate between the ICA and Cavan Players on the topic ‘Matchmaking a Necessary Custom’ ICA team Miss Nellie McIntyre Mrs Adams C Farris and Mrs Reardon. Cavan Players Bill Galvin Darragh Smith Val Kennedy and Bill Henry. In the Chair was the legendary Dorie Smith. The motion was defeated .

Presentation to Michael ‘Mick’ Donnellan Cavan Station retiring after over 50 years service to the Railways in Cavan. The presentation was made by the Stationmaster P J Quinn.

Aisteori De La Salle retain their crown at Ballyshannon Drama Festival with ‘Aoibheann Beatha an Scolaire ‘, the Producer was Rev Brother Cyril .

Cavan Bridge Club Winners Darragh Smith and Jim Rafter E/W Maureen McDonald and Maureen Hunt.

‘Murder Out of Tune’ by the Cavan Players packs the  Town Hall with proceeds going to the Cathedral Choir. Vintage performances from Mary Smith Josephine McEntee  Joe Berwick Jack Aherne Ina Furlong Emily Devaney and well known Cavan Drama Festival Gold Medallist Eugene Monaghan as the  Superintendent. Stage Manager Philip McConnell and Make Up was by Maureen Hand .

April 27^th 1957 Redemptorists Fathers P J Nulty Michael Hickey P Brennan Thomas Croagh are giving the annual Mission in the Cathedral with new innovation of a Tridium for the Children with Mass at 9.30 am and Lecture just after lunch all within school hours !

Lourdes Invalid Fund which was founded in 1952 and sends an average of 2 invalids per year on the Meath Diocesan Pilgrimage is appealing for funds with a Sweep on the Epsom Derby. The average cost for each invalid is £44.

Death of Mabel Marsden late of Connolly Street Cavan on Easter Monday 1957. Very popular person she was much beloved by the children whom she invited into her home to watch television to which she was addicted and was the first customer to buy a television set in Smyth’s 60 Main Street. Survived by her son Charlie and brother Jack Best, she spent most of her life in England but in recent years she resided in Connolly Street where she was an excellent neighbour and friend. Venerable HW Shire  assisted by Rev H M Dent officiated at the funeral from Cavan Parish Church to Ballyconnell Cemetery.

Fancy Dress in Protestant Hall sponsored by the Ladies Committee County Cavan Golf Club. Prettiest Sandra Smith ‘Spanish Lady ‘2^nd Catherine Mallon only 3 ½ years old daughter of Jimmy and Mrs Mallon College Street ‘Oh You Beautiful Doll ‘  Best Pair Xavier Hickey and Gwen Arnold ‘If you Drink Don’t Drive ‘ 2^nd Edward English and Frank McCormick ‘Hop Along Cassidy’ Most Humorous Frances and Beda Sullivan ‘Why There Are So Many Bachelors ‘ Most Topical John Sullivan Michael and John Rafferty ‘Easter Week’ Best Group Ann Leonard Lorraine McCarren Renee Tully Florence Elliott Breffni O Reilly Damien Dillon Joseph Hickey and Brian O Reilly ‘The Rock and Rollers’. Judges were Mrs Joe Murray Kathleen Brady Mrs MA Cooney and Mrs P A Galligan .

Joy McLoughlin and Jean Mackeral Royal School  are 3^rd in Under 12 Duet at the Sligo Feis Cheoil while Patricia O Reilly is 2^nd in Solo Singing representing Cavan ICA and Ann Reardon Royal School was 2^nd in the Junior Piano.

Cavan Gaels beat Drumalee in their first Challenge game at Drumalee running out winners by 3-3 to 1-4 with Michael Leddy scoring 2 goals Jimmy ‘Inky’ Sheridan 1-1 and the legendary Edwin Carolan holder of 3 All Ireland Senior Championship medals notching 0-2. The hosts replied via Tommy Molloy 1-0 Michael Rafferty Hugh Rafferty Donie Fay and Prior 0-1 each .Referee Tommy Clegg Cootehill .

May 4^th 1957 All Ireland Fleadh Cheoil in Dungarvan County Waterford all enquiries re Bus and Accommodation to Bridie Galligan Secretary Cavan Branch.

Cullen Cup attracts 26 of the leading pairs in the area to the Farnham Hotel where the winners were Dr E McQuaid and J McQuaid Virginia with J Corr and L Smith Monaghan 2^nd 3^rd D Coady and FJ Farrelly Longford. The best Cavan Pair Jim Leonard and John

Marron. The President Cavan Bridge Club Surgeon Bertie Cullen presented the trophy and prizes at the conclusion of the competition which was refereed by JA Commins Ireland Contract Bridge Association. On the domestic front the last session of the Season was won by Gerry Hunt and P D Maloney E/w Dermot Morgan and J P Mansfield .

Dennis Franks well known Irish actor continues his nationwide tour in Saint Patrick’s College lecturing on Shakespeare and his plays. He has just completed filming the John Ford directed ‘ Four Leaves of a Clover ‘ in which he plays a Black and Tan soldier.

S F Killingley popular and efficient Manager of the Ulster Bank Cavan is replaced on promotion to Belfast by JA Thompson of the Killeshandra Branch of the Ulster Bank.

Sympathy is extended to Mrs AG Hunt on the death of her half sister Mother Columba Nolan O P Falls Road Belfast and a native of Belturbet Who was born in 1882 and was a  godchild of the late Bishop Finegan of Kilmore.

Cavan ICA Choir under Mrs Molloy Conductor win Sligo Feis Cheoil with 95 marks. The trio of Mrs Small Mrs McGloughlin and Mrs Gordon 2^nd in their Class while Patricia O Reilly Cavan ICA was 2^nd for Irish Singing .

Death of Bernard McCaul late of London and Wolfe Tone Street just one week after returning from London where he spent the last 34 years after an illness of a few days at Cavan Surgical Hospital. He lived with  his daughter Mrs Teresa Bravendar and family in Wolfe Tone Street. Rev Joe Dolan CC officiated at the large funeral from the Cathedral to Cullies.

May 11^th 1957 Death of Ellen Poyntz Innisconnell relict of Robert .Survived by her sorrowing family. Funeral from Kilmore Cathedral to the adjoining cemetery.

Meeting of the popular Patrician Society in the Girl’s Club Hall adjoining Charlie Fay’s. The Society’s aim is to discuss the Catholic attitude to every day life occurrences and papers have already been delivered by Bill Henry Paddy McAdam and Dan McDonnell.

May 18^th 1957 Patients in the Cavan Hospitals Surgical Saint Phelim’s and Saint Joseph’s Lisdarn will now have to pay £1 per day for maintenance and treatment as against the present fee of 6 shillings per day. Patients with incomes less than £600 per year or a  valuation of under £30 are not subject to the  new charges .

T P Gavigan from Kells opens his new Betting Office in Cassidy’s Bridge Street which has just been totally renovated following a suspected bomb blast at the premises in which nobody was hurt .

Old order changeth at the Pavilion with Michael J Smith officiating at a meeting to elect officers and committee to run the affairs of the Club for 1957. Chairman Matty Connolly Secretary Gerry Lyons Treasure Marie Sullivan Committee Kitty McDonnell R Smith Celestie O Reilly C  Brady and M/s Billy Morris Andy McGahon Sean Connolly Patsy Connolly and John Maguire .

Jack Binchey playing off 5 with a Gross 76 wins the Scratch Medal presented by Doctor Darragh Smith at Cavan County Golf Club while Edward O Hanlon playing off 6 is second with a Gross 79 with Pat J O Neill Anglo Celt showing his Wexford hurling prowess to clinch 3^rd place with the same score but playing off 14.

Death of Brigid Connolly at her residence in Cullies. Relict of Bernard she is survived by her son daughter and other relatives .Father A B McGrath officiated at the funeral from the Cathedral to Cullies Cemetery.

Death of Elizabeth Donnelly at her residence Corislea Cavan. A lady of great Christian charity she was well known throughout the area where the family operated a very talented Ceilidhe Band. She was relict of Matthew Donnelly and is survived by her son Paddy ‘Diver’ Donnelly Publican Connolly Street, Matthew, Jack,  Mrs John O Neill Bridge Street Rita and Moya Donnelly. Father AB McGrath officiated at the largely attended funeral in the Cathedral to Killygarry Cemetery.

Full eclipse of the Moon lasting 3 hours brings the crowds out on the Streets as the moon covered the earth leaving people to wonder at the shadow cast over the Earth.

Legion of Mary annual procession to the Grotto in the Poor Clare’s Grounds followed by Benediction imparted by Father A B McGrath with a most enjoyable Social in the Convent later in the evening .

Feast of Saint John Bosco De La Salle is marked in Cavan by a free day for the School with their own Flagelot band leading the parade to the Cathedral where Mass was celebrated by Father P J Gargan and the School Choir were accompanied on the organ  by Father A B McGrath. The boys later returned to the school where they were treated to sweets and snacks by the brothers.

Jimmy Cullen ‘Saint Anne’s’ Cathedral Road and Sean O Reilly Drumcalpin in a motor cycle  collision on the Cavan Ballyhaise Road .Both were detained in hospital for a number of days with head and facial injuries.

May 25^th 1957 Tributes are paid to George V Maloney Senior as he retires as President of the Saint Joseph’s Young Priests Society after a distinguished service as an officer and member for over 30 years. President Gerry Lovett Secretary Clare Brady Town Hall Treasurer Patrick V Curran Main Street. The Saint Joseph’s Society are organising a Retreat Day in Saint Norbert’s Kilnacrott with admission including meals 10/-.

As Ceilidhe dancing goes into decline fears are expressed at the high cost of hiring the Town Hall which is rented to Ceilidhe promoters at a fraction of the price paid by dance promoters. For the first time in many years the Hall was not used last Sunday night.

Congratulations to John B McNulty well known local author as his wife gives birth to twin boys at Our Lady’s Nursing Home Edgeworthstown.

Death of Paddy McMahon Drumconnick at the Surgical Hospital .Survived by his sister nephews and nieces. Funeral from Kilmore Cathedral to the adjoining cemetery.

June 1^st 1957 Paddy Baxter Fine Gael outgoing Cathaoirleacch Seanad Eireann is elected Leas Cathaoirleacch for this term in a House now controlled by the opposition Fianna Fail party .

Cavan Gaels beat Cootehill in challenge game at Cootehill 1-4 to 0-5. Outstanding displays by ‘Foley’ O Rourke Eamonn ‘Buttons’ Brady Jimmy ‘Inky’ Sheridan Eddie Quinn Sean Galligan Harry Dowd but later in the week the Club are shocked with the news that their star forward Con Smith Butlersbridge is out of the reckoning for the rest of the season after sustaining a broken collar bone in Cavan’s challenge game against Antrim in Belfast.

Cavan Gaels beat County Champions Cornafean in their first competitive Senior League game at Breffni Park. Larry Gillen the Longford Senior football star was outstanding for the Gaels as was quicksilver Jimmy ‘Inky’ Sheridan Eddie Quinn Paddy Tavey Paddy Maguire Sean Keogan Eamonn Brady and Jimmy Meehan.

Tom?? Popular Hibernian Bank Manager retires and is replaced by Leo Keogan from the Cavan Branch. Tom was the popular Treasurer of Cavan Drama Festival and was made a presentation on behalf of the members by Tom Fitzpatrick Chairman Cavan Drama Festival.

Johnny Walsh moves a motion at Cavan Urban Council calling on the Minister to reverse the recent cut of 5/- per week in the Disability Allowance.

Death of John Conlon Blackbull Crosskeys. Predeceased by his son Father Michael and Patrick Conlon New York Jack Conlon Coolboyogue Frank Conlon Cavan and Andy Conlon Athy. Funeral from Crosskeys Church to the adjoining cemetery.

June 8^th 1957 Cavan win the Ulster Junior Championship for the 17the time easily beating Donegal 3-6 to 2-2 in the Final in Irvinstown. Cavan won the Junior title in 1915-1922,1924,1927 1932 1936 1939 1940-1941,and 1944. Donegal made it a stern contest in the first half with the game tied at 1-2 each at half time before a bigger stronger Cavan team who handled the greasy ball and wet conditions in a robust encounter better than their smaller and lighter opponents. Scorers for Cavan Mick Lynch 1-2 H Carolan 1-0 Padraic Boyle 1-1 Dessie Carolan 0-2 Vincent O Reilly 0-1 Donegal replied through M Gettigan P Ward 1-0 and D Murray 0-1. Cavan Tom McIntyre Jimmy Meehan Cavan Gaels J Farrelly Paul Fitzsimmons Captain D Sheridan Donal Crotty Ballinagh Mick Lynch Butlersbridge James Brady James Brady Kieran McIntyre Jimmy Sheridan Cavan Gaels H Carolan D Boyle Dessie Carolan. Sub V O Reilly for Kieran McIntyre.

Cavan Shamrocks beaten 2-0 by Bord Na Mona in the Longford 7 a side League. Cavan Shamrocks Gerry Maguire Michael Jermyn B Reilly Norman Cinnamond Andy Mohan and Andy McGahon.

Breifne Trophy County Cavan Golf Club where there were 60 competitors representing 8 clubs. Winners A Farrelly off 16 Virginia from the in form but luckless Pat O Neill playing off 14 same score of 69 but beaten on the last three holes. Best Gross F R McNulty playing off 1. Gus Kenny Club Captain returned thanks to the competitors and the Ladies’ Committee who were in charge of the catering. The Tostal Gold Medal was won by Liam Bogue (24) with a 66 while Brendan J Murray was 2^nd playing off 20 with 67, Brendan is the former Down Hurling goalkeeper and is an Accountant with Smith’s Garage.

June 15^th 1956 J P McMullin son of the former Cavan County Surgeon JC McMullin from Woodbine Avenue Stillorgan is appointed Assistant Surgeon at Saint Vincent’s Hospital Dublin.

Marilyn Flately daughter of Mr and Mrs P Flately is awarded a Scholarship to Loreto College for the next five years. She is a former pupil of James Cusack Castletara National School.

Cavan Shamrocks defeat Teffia Celtic 3-2 in the Longford 7 a side tournament after trailing 2-0 at the interval. Andy McGahon scored a great goal just 6 minutes after the interval and Andy Mohan rattled the net again for the Shamrocks while the man of the match Andy McGahon got the winner in the closing seconds.

Death of one of Cavan’s great Churchmen Rev E Maguire DD a native of Blacklion. He was educated at Saint Patrick’s College and Saint Patrick’s Maynooth where he was ordained in 1912.Took his Doctor in Theology in 1915 and was appointed Professor at All Hallows College Dublin until 1919,when like many of his comrades he decided to throw in his lot with the fledgling Maynooth Mission to China founded by his friends Father John Blowick and Bishop Galvin. He served as Administrator of the Australian division until 1925 when he returned to Ireland and was later elected Superior General of the Society. Father Timothy Connolly Superior General and a native of Ballinagh County Cavan was the chief celebrant of the funeral  Mass in Dalgan Park Navan at which the President of Ireland Sean T and Mrs Kelly attended and the clergy were led by Bishop Kyne Bishop of Meath and Bishop Cleary of the Maynooth Mission to China. Interment took place in the Society’s cemetery in Dalgan Park Navan.

June 22^nd  1957 Cavan beat Monaghan in a poor one sided Ulster Senior Football Championship first round tie at Breffni Park 1-12 to 1-5 with Cavan leading at half time by 1-7 to 0-3. After their All Ireland Junior success of 1956 Monaghan were expected to figure prominently in this years’ Championship but only a gift goal at the end and a record number of Cavan wides saved them from a much bigger defeat.

Lila Little eldest daughter of Walter and Mrs Little is awarded a 5 year Scholarship to the Royal School –her teacher is Mrs McGahey NT Cavan Number 1 School.

The Royal School have acquired a new all purpose Square Baler which has already baled 3.000 cocks of hay in the ideal hay making weather now pertaining in the area.

June 29^th 1957 John ‘Yankee’ Murray is elected Chairman of Cavan Urban Council defeating Michael Young Fianna Fail by 4 votes to 3. Tom Fitzpatrick Joe McGovern Johnny Walsh and Johnny Murray voted for Murray while Gerry Kelly outgoing Chairman Nicholas Halligan and Michael Young voted for Young. Johnny Walsh was unanimously elected Vice Chairman.

Cavan Gaels beat Killinkere 3-5 to 1-3 in the 1^st Round of the County Senior Championship in Virginia leading by 1-3 to 0-2 at the interval the Gaels ran out convincing winners and are expected to figure in the closing stages of this their first championship season. Scorers for the Gaels Edwin Carolan 1-2 Paddy Tavey 1-2 Cathal Young 1-0 and Eamonn ‘Buttons’ Brady 0-1.

Patsy Young son of Mrs Young and the late J A Young former farmer and saddler at Upper Main Street is ordained to the Priesthood by Charles McQuaid Archbishop of Dublin and Primate of All Ireland in Saint Patrick’s College Maynooth. Father Young celebrated his first public Mass in the Cathedral of Saints Patrick and Phelim on Tuesday and there was a breakfast held in his honour in the Imperial Hotel where the late Anna O Reilly a member of the Plunkett family was a relation of the young priest’s.

Sympathy is extended to Doctor Benny Sullivan Army Medical Corps Gormanston at their residence in Stamullen.Dr Benny is a member of the well known Sullivan Family Cavan and is brother of Doctor  Jack and the late Tom Sullivan. She leaves 3 young children. Funeral from Stamullen Church to Killygarry Cemetery.

Death of Anne Reilly Rosculligan wife of Michael at the residence of her niece  2 College View. Funeral from the Cathedral to Cullies cemetery.

July 6^th 1957 British Medical Council warn about the dangers of heavy cigarette smoking as it emerges that one in eight smokers will develop lung cancer while the figure for non smokers is 1 in 300. They urge that more research be given to devise ways and means for people who want to ‘kick’ the habit.

Cavan Shamrocks continue their winning form in the Longford and District 7 a side when they beat Longford Wanderers 4-1 with goals from Brendan Reilly 2 Andy Mohan and T Geelan 1 each. Later in the week they beat Longford Rangers 1-0 with a goal near the end from the flying Andy McGahon and have now closed the gap on Chapel Street to 3 points at the top of the League.

Cavan Monaghan Alliance at County Cavan Golf Club with Virginia Belturbet Clones Rossmore and County Cavan represented is comprehensively won by County Cavan with 1^st Jack Binchey (5) and Frank Brady (16) and 2^nd Dr FPE Smith (7) and S Dunne (16). The Book Prize presented by Phil Lawlor resident Professional at County Cavan was won by Dermot Morgan and Tommy Aylmer.

Michael Connolly Church Street and 58 Upper Main Street qualifies as a Chemist at UCD. Michael is eldest son of Tommy Dentist and Mary(Nee Whelan) Chemist 58 Main Street and will work in his parent’s practice.

390 Donors at the Blood Transfusion Service over 2 days at the Protestant Hall organised by Cavan Red Cross.

Philip Cullivan 2^nd eldest son of Joe and Mary Cullivan Cathedral Road and late of College Street is conferred with his B Arch at UCD.

Celebrations for one of Cavan’s legendary Church figures Archdeacon H W Shire with a presentation in the Protestant Hall by the Bishop of Kilmore C J Tyndall. Ordained a Deacon by Bishop Elliott in Manorhamilton Church in 1907, he was Curate Killesher 1907-1908, he was ordained a Priest by Bishop Crozier of Belfast on December 21^st 1908. He served in Aghaloe in the Diocese of Dromore 1908-1913 Swanlinbar 1913-1924 Manorhamilton 1924-1928. Archdeacon Shire was appointed  to the Cavan Union of Churches in 1928. In 1934 he was made a Canon of Triburia. .Appointed Archdeacon of Kilmore by Bishop Hughes in 1943. He has served 8 Bishops 2 in the Diocese of Dromore and 6 in Kilmore 12 Curates in Cavan Parish have come and gone since he joined the Cavan Group in 1928.

July 13^th 1957 Death of Pol McSeain Cornafean at the age of 69. Former Chairman and Secretary of Cavan County Board GAA. Personal friend of Arthur Griffith and Séan MacDiarmada he was one of the original members of Sinn Fein and represented them on Cavan County Council when he was arrested and jailed from 1920-1921, later was released on the signing of the Treaty. The coffin was draped in the tricolour with a Guard of Honour of Old IRA veterans and Cornafean GFC forming a Guard of Honour and members of Cavan teams carrying the coffin to Cornafean Cross. Father Kevin McNamara was the chief celebrant of the Funeral Mass in the Church of the Immaculate Conception Coronea with colleagues firing a volley of shots and a Bugler sounding the Last Post in Coronea Cemetery.

Cavan fail to Derry 1-10 to 1-9 in the Ulster Senior Championship Semi Final in Dungannon despite dominating the game for ¾ of the hour. Derry’s winning point was scored in the 33^rd minute despite very little stoppages in the second half and a draw would have been a fairer result. Cavan contributed to their own downfall by laying back on their early lead and the selectors disrupted the half back line replacing Hubert Gaffney and Donal Kelly in the closing stages by the ineffective Gerry Keyes and Mal Sheils. Cavan Seamus Morris Noel O Reilly Phil ‘Gunner’ Brady Captain Brian O Reilly Hubert Gaffney Tom Maguire  Donal Kelly Mick Lynch Mick Brady Jim McDonnell Seamus Conaty James Brady Victor Sherlock and Charlie Gallagher. Subs Gerry Keyes and Mal Sheils for Hubert Gaffney and Donal Kelly.

Death of Philip Galligan formerly the ‘Eagle Bar’ at his residence Lower George’s Street Dun Laoghaire County Dublin. Founder member of Cavan Agricultural Show, he was a very well known figure in the life of Cavan until he sold the Eagle Bar 10 years ago and bought the thriving ‘Lynch and O Brien’ pub in George’s Street Dun Laoghaire where he was greatly assisted by his son  Patrick. Funeral from Saint Michael’s Church Dun Laoghaire to Dean’s Grange Cemetery.

Patrick Kelly returns to his home at Corravarry Ballyhaise after over 30 years in the USA, he is a brother of Mrs Cissie Ronaghan Town Hall Street.

Death of John Cusack well known cattle dealer Poles. He was known throughout a wide area as he attended fairs over a 40 mile radius. Survived by his wife and family. Funeral from Saint Brigid’s Cemetery Killygarry to the adjoining cemetery.

The members and friends of the Urney Ceilidhe Band make a presentation to Dessie Agnew at a function in the Railway Hotel prior to his emigration to England.

July 20^th 1957 Michael Fogarty CEO Cavan Vocational Education Committee retires to be replaced by Paddy Fleming B Ag a native of Sligo and former School’s Inspector in Cork. He is a former member of the UCG Fitzgibbon Hurling team and was educated at UCG and UCD where he took his degree in Agriculture. Michael Fogarty was one of the great Educators and served as both a Primary Teacher in 1914 and Secondary Teacher from 1916-1922. Educated at UCD and UCG where he took a Degree in Commerce. Headmaster Cavan Technical School his achievements were enormous as he taught typing shorthand and office management to his pupils who were mostly  girls at the time. At no cost to Cavan Technical School he brought the pupils back in the evenings for individual grinds and his name appearing on a Reference was a certainty to obtain any Commercial position for the bearer. He served in the British Army during World War 1 and had a distinguished War record. Married Miss Punch from Limerick whose family are well known in the racing and show jumping world and has retired to live in Limerick. In Cavan he lived on Cootehill Road and built the house where Paddy and Evelyn King now reside in.

Death of Josephine Clerkin formerly Bridge Street and College View at 12 Dickens Road Coventry England. She was wife of Patrick Clerkin and is survived by her husband sons and daughters. Funeral from Lisdoonan Parish Church to the adjoining cemetery.

David S Gillespie is the Royal Scholar following the results of his recent exams at London College of Art. He is son of the famous Fred Gillespie Engineer and Manager of the 1^st  Cavan Electric Company who later worked for the ESB in Cavan.

Garrett Cooney is elected Auditor of the Law Student’s Debating Society of Ireland. Garrett is son of MA Cooney County MOH Lisdarn Cavan.

Patrick McCabe is killed when he falls off his bicycle at Stragelliffe on his way home from Cavan. The Coroner Paddy Cusack Solicitor remarks that “people who ride bicycles with strong front brakes and  no back brakes are in mortal danger of being dislodged from the saddle with serious consequent results”. Patrick McCabe is survived by his brothers sisters and other relatives .Funeral from Saint Brigid’s Church Killygarry to the adjoining cemetery.

July 27^th 1957 Death of Helen Crowe at the residence of her son. She was widow of Frank Crowe  Corlesmore (Pig Dealer) and was mother of Tom Crowe Kilnavara the famous Cavan and Cavan Slashers footballer who won an All Ireland medal in 1933. Known and respected over a wide area she was noted for her charity and hospitality. Survived by her sons and daughters relatives and friends.

Clones stages the first ever Ulster Football Finals without Cavan representation at either Senior or Minor level. Derry play defending Champions Tyrone in the Senior Final while Donegal will play Armagh in the Minor decider.

Cavan Town are held to a 2 all draw in the 7 a side tournament in Longford by table toppers  Chapel United. Brian Reilly and  Andy Mohan scored in each half for Cavan. Team Gerry Maguire D Purdy T Geelan Michael Jermyn Brian Reilly Andy McGahon and Andy Mohan.

Tournament Committee at Cavan Pavilion Chairman George Gear Treasurer Ray Brady Tournament Referee Billy Morris. Committee Margaret Sullivan Ann Sullivan Miriam Hunt Kitty McDonnell Kathleen Elliott and MS Brendan Browne Jerry Lyons Andy McGahon and Sean Connolly. Boy’s Singles Under 21 Brendan Browne beat D O Brien Longford 6-1 1-6 6-3. Girls Singles Under 21 Miriam Hunt beat Helen Gaffney 2-6 6-4 6-3. Brendan Browne beat P McCormack Longford 5-7 6-4 6-2 to take the Boys Under 18 title. Eamonn Marron beat Tony Higgins 6-3 6-1 to take the Boy’s Under 15 Singles. Prizes were later presented by the Chairman George Gear at a Social in the Pavilion.

Clare daughter of Francis and the late Barney Flood leaves for New York.

The report of the Commission into the Pub trade makes wide scale recommendations including extension of the weekday and Sunday  opening hours. Saint Patrick’s Day opening and the abandonment of the widely abused Bona Fida scheme.

Maureen Cosgrove Wolfe Tone Street and Johnny Byrnes Jubilee Terrace team up to win the Old Time Waltz competition in the Town Hall where the Judges were Paddy Masterson Swellan and Jack Norry Postmaster Cootehill.

Death of John Geoghegan Mill Hill Street in Milford Connecticut USA where he emigrated many yeas ago.

Congratulations to two young Cavan footballers Jim McDonnell BA and Doctor Brian Gallagher who secured their degrees at UCD. Both are Cavan Ulster and Combined University stars. Congratulations too to Phil Cullivan Architect and John Crowe MRCVSI Moynehall House who are all past pupils of Saint Patrick’s College.

Harry O Connell and Ina Hickey win the President’s Surgeon Cullen’s Prize at County Cavan Golf Club 2^nd Bob Henderson and Eileen McCarren. In the Match Play Final Edward and Airmid O Hanlon will play Dr Darragh Smith and Ina Hickey.

August 3^rd 1957 On the casting vote of the Chairman John Murray planning permission for a new factory and adjoining  housing development made by Con Smith ‘Smith Estates’ at Cathedral Road are refused by Cavan Urban Council.(Site of the Con A Smith Park)

Tyrone beat Derry 1-09 to 0-10 in the Ulster Final to retain their crown before an attendance of 36,000. Fast open game where Derry failed to take their chances with Jim McKeever ‘lording’ it at midfield. Tyrone led by 1-4 to 0-4 at half time. Seamus Gilheaney Chairman of the Ulster Council GAA presented the Anglo Celt trophy to the winning Tyrone team who will now play Louth in the All Ireland Semi Final at Croke Park. Armagh beat Donegal 3-6 to 0-10 in the Ulster Minor Final having lead at  half time  by 0-6 to 0-3. Jimmy Murphy at midfield for Armagh gave one of the best displays ever seen at this grade in an Ulster Final.

Pat O Neill (13) Sports Editor of the Anglo Celt wins the Cullen Cup at County Cavan Golf Club beating TC Hickey also playing off 13 in the Final.

Death of the inimitable Frank O Rourke Grocer Market Square. Native of County Limerick, Frank spent  a number of years in the USA before returning to Ireland and setting up business in the Market Square (Jenkins). Highly popular Frank was known over a very wide area for his industry and attention to detail. He was a leading member of the FCA during the Emergency. He was married to Teresa McGriskin sister of Charlie Manager and Director of the Magnet Cinema. Survived by his wife Teresa sons Frank Joe Charlie and Kevin. Funeral from the Cathedral to Killygarry cemetery.

Geraldine Conaty daughter of Mrs and the late John F Conaty Cavan qualifies as an SRN at Halifax Hospital England. 

Michael Rafferty who is emigrating to England is the recipient of a wallet of notes presented by Michael Donnelly on behalf of Michael’s many friends in the Pavilion Musical Society. Music by Tom McCusker and Tommy Cullivan with musical items from the many members present.

August 10^th 1957 Cavan Shamrocks who went 2 goals down after only 10 minutes play bounce back to beat league leaders Chapel Street in the Longford 7 a Side competition in Longford. Scorers for Cavan Andy Mohan 3 Brendan Reilly and Gene Cullivan 1 each. Team Gerry Maguire Brendan Reilly Tom Grehan P Fitzsimmons Andy Mohan Andy McGahon and Gene Cullivan.

Cavan fail to Cork 1-7 to 0-8 in the All Ireland Junior Championship Semi Final at the Athletic Grounds Cork. Cavan led by 0-3 to 0-2 at half time and were in the game until Cork scored a late goal by Troy after the Cavan selectors had a ‘brain storm’ and replaced Cavan’s 2 best players Hugh Barney O Donoghoe and H D Boyle. Cavan Tom McIntyre Paul Fitzsimmons Captain Anthony Keyes P Fitzpatrick Donal Crotty Eddie Sheridan John Brady Hugh Barney Donoghoe Con Smith S Drumm E O Reilly B Cullen P McNally and HD Boyle.

A O Sullivan (18) beats JD Ormsby (24) in the O Hanlon Cup Final while Tommy Aylmer and  Richard McCarthy beat  Harry O Connell and Frank Brady in the Fourball Match Play Final at County Cavan Golf Club.

Death of John Kelly one of the area’s oldest citizens at over 90. He was the Wayman at Great Southern Railways for over 50 years.  Predeceased by his wife he is survived by family and relatives. Father James J O Reilly Adm officiated at the funeral from the Cathedral to Drumcor cemetery.

Brendan Browne is selected on the Ulster Junior Inter Provincial team. He is son of William Browne MA Cathedral Road Professor in Saint Patrick’s College.

Brilliant performance by Tommy Cullivan as he heads the list of Honours in Saint Patrick’s College Leaving Cert results achieving 6 Honours and a pass in Maths and History. Liam O Hanlon achieved 5 Honours while Kevin O Rourke also achieved 5 Honours despite suffering the loss of  his father during the exams. Future Cardinal Archbishop of Armagh Sean Brady also achieved a sparkling 5 Honours with a pass in Maths.

August 17^th 1957 Cavan Urban Council are stunned by the news that both Arthur Fagan Solicitor and Sean Magee Merchant Bridge Street are to resign and leave Cavan for Belfast and Canada respectively. Robert Simpson Saint Patrick’s Terrace will replace Arthur Fagan while Paddy Conaty defeated Seamus Gilheaney for the position left vacant by Sean Magee. Later Seamus denies strenuously that he ever gave permission for his name to go forward and would not have taken up the post if elected !

Timothy Beggs makes his competitive  debut for Count Cavan Tennis Club in their match against Fermanagh at Enniskillen but Timothy was beaten by G Longfurt 6-0 6-3 while Bill Flannery won his match 6-2 6-3. other competitor included Jack Halpin A McLoughlin Mrs Flannery Mrs Cole Helen Gaffney and Mrs Reardon.

Death of the very popular highly respected Susan Molloy Behey. Survived by her husband Patrick son Tommy and daughter Kathleen. Father James J O Reilly Adm officiated at the funeral from the Cathedral to Cullies cemetery.

Jackson’s Garage Staff annual outing to Salthill leaves Cavan with John Brady on the Accordion and Mel Doherty on the drums making the journey shorter in one of the Company’s own private buses.

Boy Scouts on the annual camp in Kilkee County Clare collect in Athlone and Ballinasloe with their famous Boy Scout’s Accordion Band providing the entertainment. They stayed over in Ballinasloe before resuming their long journey and collections on their way to Kilkee.

August 24^th 1957 Shock move as the British Army move in to seal off all border roads in the are by way of 10 foot steel spikes across the roads making journey by car on unapproved roads impossible. Clones completely cut off from its hinterland with Spikes at Legakelly and Roslea Road while Redhills is also badly affected with many people cut off from their  neighbours and local shops. Other secondary roads in the area are blown up and now have large craters making journeys impossible except by long detours as the Authorities seek to curtail the threat from I R A bombers and gunmen.

Cavan Gaels clash with Cootehill in the Semi Final of the County Cavan Senior Championship in Virginia. The Gaels have an all star line up including Eddie Quinn Jimmy ‘Inky’ Sheridan Paddy Tavey Castleblayney Larry Gillen and Colm Smith Longford Sean Keogan Harry Dowd and Jimmy Meehan.

August 24^th 1957 Legion of Mary Pilgrimage to Knock tickets for train adults 22/- and children 13/6 dining car ambulance car included. On arrival in Ballyhaunis pilgrims will travel by bus to Knock. Enquires Annie McGrail Mrs Reilly the Regal Miss McCabe Connolly Street .

Michael Conlon former Town Clerk of Cavan is appointed Secretary Tipperary South Riding County Council. Michael a brilliant sportsman is married to Kitty McDonald Tower Hamlet Cavan.

2^nd Scholarship to Loreto College for Marilyn Flately Drumohan Castletara while John Edward Eamonn McCormack Tullac Mongan is awarded a scholarship to Saint Patrick’s College tenable for 5 years. Eamonn is son of Tommy and Maisie McCormack Tullac Mongan Cavan and is a former star pupil at the Poor Clare Convent and De La Salle School. 

Olive C O Reilly is appointed to London County Council. Daughter of Mrs Rita O Reilly formerly Stragelliffe.  Olive is a past pupil of Loreto College and Crubany National School.

August 31^st 1957 Disaster soundings by Nicholas Halligan an employee of Great Northern Railways as he warns the Council of the disastrous consequences of the closure of the passenger service at Cavan Railway Station by GNR. Nicholas rightly predicts that it is the thin edge of the wedge and that the Goods Service will soon follow with both GNR and CIE pulling out of Cavan altogether in the next few years. GNR presently pay out wages of £423 per week in Cavan and while some of the employees will be offered positions in Dublin the bulk of the staff will be made redundant. Joe McGovern deplores the lack of action of the Council in accepting this situation without  howls of protest as witnessed in other centres throughout the area. P J Quinn the last Station Master in Cavan was later to say that “the people of Cavan allowed this tragedy to happen without so much as a whimper”. Indeed when the last passenger train pulled out of Cavan there was very few there to witness the historic occasion apart from a party of Railway Enthusiasts from Enniskillen who bought the last tickets to Loreto Junction.

Cavan Gaels are defeated 5-9 to 4-5 in the Semi Final of the Senior Championship in Virginia where conditions were deplorable with Cootehill having first advantage of the howling gale and leading at the interval by 5-5 to the Gaels’ 2-1. The Gaels fought back in the 2^nd half  and despite scoring a last minute penalty Cootehill defended tenaciously to book their place in the Final against Bailieboro. Gaels John ‘Foley’ O Rourke Jimmy Sheridan Colm Smith Hughie Doonan Jimmy Meehan Sean Keogan Eddie Quinn Larry Gillen M Conaty Cathal Young Pat Tavey John Ris?? Tom McNamara Edwin Carolan Eamonn Brady.  

Central Café Bridge Street proprietors Sean and Francesco McManus “specialising in expresso coffee ices fish and chips. Special Fair Day 3 Course Lunch open from 9.30 am to 11.30 pm. Music with your meal from special up to date juke box”.

Over 600 on the Legion of Mary Pilgrimage to Knock including 70 invalids of which 13 were stretcher cases. Rev J J O Reilly Adm accompanied the pilgrims. Dr P J Watters and 10 nurses from Lisdarn and Saint Phelim’s ministered to the sick.

50 Cavan Boy Scouts with John Donohoe Scoutmaster enjoy their Camp in Kilkee County Clare where the Band  played at the annual Muintir  Na Tire Day in Ennis taking up a record collection that defrayed all expenses.

Val McGovern Military Row and Jerome Casey Cootehill Road pupils of the De La Salle School win Scholarships to Saint Patrick’s College.

Sean Bergin on behalf of his many friends in the Cavan Players makes a presentation of a wallet of notes to Michael Donnelly Hibernian Bank  who is going on promotion to Monaghan at a Social in the Pavilion. He is a long time star of both the Pavilion Pantomimes and  the Cavan Players.

Jim Scanlon winning all his games is awarded the silver medal at the Irish Chess Championships. There were over 150 competitors and Cavan was represented by J P Mansfield Michael Harding Jim Scanlon and Eddie McDwyer NT Ballinagh.

Death of the legendary Doctor Thomas Plunkett Kilnaleck and late of Mullahoran where he was born and reared. Educated at Loughduff  NS Saint Mels  Longford  and the National University of Ireland. He was Medical Officer to the Cavan team for many years including 1933 and 1935 when Cavan won the All Ireland Senior title. Funeral took place from Kilnaleck Church to Crosserlough cemetery.

 

September 7^th 1957 Father AB McGrath on behalf of the Apostolic Society makes a presentation of Mass Vestments  in the Ulster Arms to recently ordained Father Pat Donohoe who is  setting out for the Missions in Korea next week as part of the Maynooth Mission to China team. He is eldest son of Johnny and Alice Donohoe Bridge Street.

Girls Club on their annual outing to Bundoran where they enjoyed lunch and tea in the Hollyrood Hotel. The party left Cavan at 9.30 AM and returned home at 11 PM after a most enjoyable day with the weather warm and sunny.

Cavan UDC pass a vote of sympathy with the wife and family of the late Michael J Galligan former Manager of Providers. Proprietor with his wife of the famous Galligan Stationary Supplies Connolly Street he was very prominent in the business life of Cavan for many years.

Kilkenny win an epic All Ireland beating a gallant Waterford team 4-10 to 3-12 before an attendance of 70,964 who paid gate receipts of £8,428. For the parade Kilkenny lined out with 16 men John Gregson the lead actor in the film ‘Rooney’ lining out in the Kilkenny colours as scenes from the game were superimposed into the film where Gregson was the hero who rescues Kilkenny !

Cavan Shamrocks are defeated by Wolves 3-0 in the Final of the Leader 7 a Side Tournament in Longford. Out of luck against superior opposition, Cavan never recovered from missing a penalty early in the game.

Death of the legendary Michael J Galligan Cathedral Road and late of Connolly Street after a short illness. Manager of Providers since its foundation in 1946, he was also a director of the Company that included Patrick Gaffney BE Latt Con P Smith and JJ Smith well known property developer. Born in Carrickabawn Crosskeys in the Parish of Denn. Very enthusiastic charismatic character he was always the welcoming face and voice in Providers and his pleasant good humoured nature endeared him to both customers suppliers and staff. Prominent member of Saint Vincent De Paul CYMS Saint Joseph’s Young Priests Society and the Confraternity. He was an ever present at all games in Breffni Park and never missed a big game in Croke Park. Michael J Galligan one of Cavan’s foremost business personalities is survived by his wife Maura sons Adge and Sean and brother Rev Brother Crispin OFM Athlone. Father Joseph Dolan officiated at the funeral where the Cathedral was packed to capacity and over 100 cars joined in the cortege to Killygarry cemetery.

The famous Harry B Dawson is on holidays with his brother Jimmy at Keadue Lodge and was a welcome visitor to the Anglo Celt Office in Church Street with his niece Dympna. Harry is a Personnel Officer in Saint Bartholomew’s Hospital and was last home in 1948.

Pamela Clarke Saint Brigid’s Terrace and Peggy Donegan Tullac Mongan are the recipients of a presentation from their friends at a Social in the Railway Hotel. Both girls are returning to the USA after spending 4 months at home with  their families and friends in Cavan. Patricia O Neill Saint Felim’s Place is emigrating with them for the first time. Music by Des Jenkins with Tolly O Donnell Ulster’s Louis Armstrong on vocals.

September 14^th 1957 Over 2,300 entries at the very successful Cavan Show despite the dreadful weather. Sultana Cake Mrs T Brady Main Street, Plum Cake Mrs F Mulligan Drumgola, Current Cake and Griddle Cake Mrs Mary Lyons Drumlark, Soda Bread Mrs RS Black Church Street, Pot of Strawberry Jam Mrs J A Dawson Keadue Lodge, Tray of Pastries Mrs B Donohoe Abbey Street , Rhubarb Jam Mrs John Kenny Crossdoney Children’s Hand Sewn Frock Mother Abbes Poor Clare Convent, Rug Making with old rags Joan Cusack Shankill Cavan.

Opening today the 14^th September 1957 Connolly’s Shoe Store. The proprietor is Thomas A Connolly (Toggy) late of Grafton Street Dublin. He is son of T J Dentist and Mary MPSI 58 Upper Main Street Cavan.

Bailieborough cause an upset when they defeat Cootehill by 0-9  to 0-8 in the Senior County Championship Final at Breffni Park. Bailieborough’s 3^rd title having last won in 1952 and 1911. Bailieborough led by 0-5 to 0-3 at the interval in a close marking hard hitting encounter where Cootehill fought back in the closing stages to almost snatch a replay. Gate Receipts were £186 and M McArdle Louth was a most efficient referee.

County Cavan Tennis Club Open Week Men’s Singles G Clarke Dublin beat MG Vale Dublin 6-2 10-8 Mrs A Clarke Belfast is the Ladies’ champion beating Mrs Taylor Omagh  6-1 6-1. Cyril Anderson Royal School Tournament Referee and his Committee worked tirelessly to once again stage a magnificent tournament despite the atrocious weather conditions . The tournament is rated the leading lawn tennis competition in the North East.

Father Joe Dolan and Father AB McGrath lead the congregation at the Visitation and Benediction at Killygarry cemetery.

Eoin Brady is returning to New York to meet up with his sister Betty after spending many years with his grand parents Mr and Mrs Tommy Smith Rossa Place. Eoin was educated at the De La Salle Cavan and Saint Mary’s College Dundalk.

September 21^st 1957 End of the Road for GNR and the Erne Bus Services as the last trains pull out of Cavan and Clones. The Erne Bus Service operated from Enniskillen to Clones and the last bus was driven by Pat Cadden with Desmond Cox as Conductor. It was over 21 years in service and served the outlying areas not served by the trains. The bus was met in Clones by a huge crowd as it tooted its horns in salute for the last time. It was a valuable and efficient service and all passengers were known by their names. The last ticket was purchased by Mary Sherry Newbliss. Clones will become a Ghost town when the GNR station closes with the present 94 employees reduced to 10. The Station pays out over £1,000 in wages each week and contributes £800 in Rates and Water Charges to Clones UDC each year.

September 28^th 1957 Patrician Society meets in Gannon’s Hall with Gerard M Lovett speaking on ‘Spiritual works of Mercy’ Michael O Hara ‘Emigration’ Paddy Adams on ‘ Moral Aspects of Emigration’ and Sean Bergin ‘Corporal Works of Mercy ‘ .

Congratulations to Tommy Cullivan and Liam O Hanlon who have both been awarded Scholarships to UCD on the results of their Leaving Certificate. Tommy is son of Joe and Mary Cullivan Cathedral Road while Liam is son of Bill and Beezie O Hanlon Saint Mary’s Terrace.

October 5th 1957 Tragic death of Sean Donohoe 9 College Street at Cavan Bus Station on Saturday night. 14 year old Sean the youngest of the Donohoe  family had been helping his father all evening and earlier had accompanied him to Kells and Ballinagh before the last trip of the day to Belturbet with Henry Smith Conductor exiting at the Diamond Belturbet to leave just Michael Donohoe and his son Sean on the last return trip to Cavan due at the Station at 11.50 pm. Michael Donohoe later was to state in evidence to a Jury that “Sean was on board the bus as he entered the Bus Yard but unknownst to him had alighted before the bus stopped and the  next he saw of his youngest son was when he was turning the bus and pinned up against the fence at the Brother’s School side”. His daughter Kathleen also stated that “she was in the house in College Street when she heard the bus coming in and she went to collect her father and Sean only to see Sean on the ground with blood coming from his head and her father in distraught shocked state. She immediately ran to Bridge Street Corner where Tim O Riordan and Noel Smith were present and when informed of the accident rushed to their assistance but Sean was  pronounced dead on admission to Cavan Surgical Hospital where Father James J O Reilly Adm administered the Last Rites”. Rosary recited at the Hospital on Monday as the remains were removed to the Cathedral with Sean’s colleagues in Cavan Technical School forming a Guard of Honour at both the removal and funeral where they walked on both sides of the hearse. Father Joe Dolan CC officiated at the Funeral Mass in the packed Cathedral while interment took place in Cullies cemetery. Sean is survived by his father Michael ‘Mick Bunnoe’ Sean Donohoe is survived by his sisters Kathleen Josephine and Gertie McPhilips brothers Jim Michael Connie Val and Joe. At the inquest held in the Surgical George V Maloney represented GNR and the Donohoe family. RS Black Foreman Donal Brady Robert J Mackeral George Morris Phil Gargan and Michael McDonald ‘The Hub Bar’. After hearing the medical evidence that death was due to a fracture of the base of the skull incurred when Sean Donohoe was crushed between a bus and a wall the Coroner adjourned the Inquest.

Cormore powered by the famous Brady family win the Junior Championship Final in Breffni Park beating Belturbet by 4-3 to 1-8. Cormore got off to a flying start scoring 3 goals in the first 5 minutes and led by 4-2 to 0-2 at the interval. Cormore Paddy Smith John Joe Brady Christy Morris Philip Brady Jim McCabe Joe Mulligan Mikey Barren James Brady Sean Sorahan Gerry Connolly John P Burns John Charles Smith PJ Smith Tony McKiernan and Jimmy Smith . 

Presentation of a wallet of notes to Jim Smith Manager of the Ulster Arms Bar by his many friends  prior to his emigration to England after a number of years distinguished service.

Two special buses convey the 84 orphans and staff on their annual outing to Gormanston. The children were treated to lunch in the nearby Poor Clare Convent before enjoying a wonderful day playing on the beach.

Father James J O Reilly Adm and Father Patrick J Gargan officiate at the annual visitation to Cullies cemetery where the Rosary was recited and Father JJ O Reilly addressed the capacity crowd thanking each of them for their continuing support in tidying the plots and the general grounds which were resplendent for the occasion.

Cavan Bridge Club N/S Mr and Mrs Arnold E/W Jim Leonard and John Marron.

Tommy McEvoy formerly of College Street and an outstanding member of Cavan CBSI is appointed Scoutmaster of the 5^th Saint Patrick’s Troop Hayward Heath Sussex England.

Last Passenger Steam Train pulls out of Cavan with only a small number of passengers on board and hardly anybody to bid them a last farewell as they set out on the last poignant journey to Clones. The Driver was Samuel Lee and  Joseph McMahon both from Clones while the Guard was Brendan Mulvaney Cavan. Among the passengers were 40 Railway enthusiasts from Enniskillen members of the Railway Club of  England who bought tickets for the last trip to Loreto Junction and were offering premium prices for all sorts of Railway memorabilia. P J Quinn Station Master states that “the staff are in no mood to celebrate as the general public don’t’ seem to care and those that are not offered accommodation in other destinations will be all made redundant”. In contrast Clones turned out in their thousands to bid a fond farewell to the last GNR steam train to Enniskillen and  Belfast. Fog horns and small explosives were set off as the train slowly pulled out of the devastated Clones Station for the last time. Michael McCrossan General Manager W Thompson the Driver and J McAllister the Guard on the last train with hundreds bidding them a last fond farewell after over 100 years service to the Community of Clones .There are 94 people employed at Clones Station and this number will be reduces to 12 over the next few months.

October 12^th 1957 The Russians win the race into space with Sputnik 1 which orbits the earth at 18,000 mph and is the size of a football 560 miles up in space. Tracking stations on VHF frequency report a clear signal from the Sputnik with Paddy Smith 7 Cootehill Road EI 9J hoping that it does not continue to cause interference on the Short Wave Band.

Cavan News Items etc

October 19^th  1957 Clive Anderson Royal School appeals to all rugby players to be at the pitch in Kilnavara and to forward cash with order for International tickets. First come first served.

Death of Thomas Meehan Alackan Cavan. Survived by his sisters relatives and friends. Funeral from Saint Brigid’s Church Killygarry to the adjoining cemetery.

Father Patrick Gaffney President Saint Patrick’s College is elected Chairman of the Headmaster’s Association of Ireland.

Sympathy is extended to Ina McEntee wife of Hugh Saint Phelim’s Place on the death of her sister Rev Sister Anselem. She is formerly Ina Kennedy from Galway and the family are highly respected all over the West of Ireland.

Cavan Bridge N/S Father PJ Gargan and Mrs Mansfield E/W Tom Hickey and Jim Leonard .

October 26^th 1957 P N Smith President Cavan Show Committee reports that the income at this year’s record breaking show was £782- 16-4 while the expenditure was £726. Lot of complaints from the ladies present about the unfairness of having to compete against exhibitors using the new knitting machines . After a long heated discussion it was decided to introduce 2 competitions in the knitting section one for needles and one for machines with  the use of machines strictly policed by the judges.

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Presentation to Des McDonald BE who is returning to his native Dundalk from Cavan. The presentation on behalf of his many friends was made by Solicitor Stephen Keaveney.

CYMS Whist Top Score Mrs J Morris (The Guy) Ivy Cottage Farnham Road. 1^st Lady Kathy Murphy 2^nd Lady Josephine McEntee and AM O Reilly. 1^st Gent Michael Clarke Swellan 2^nd Gent H L Smyth.

Frankie Cinnamond a member of the Aylesbury Club in Dublin is selected on the Leinster team to play Ulster in  Belfast. He is son of Mr and Mrs Edward Cinnamond Church Street.

Tommy Aylmer playing off 13 beats Willie O Hanlon off 8 in the Final of the Farnham Cup at County Cavan Golf Club.

November 2^nd 1957 Sudden death of Michael Clarke 19 Saint Patrick’s Terrace at 10 am Mass in the Cathedral on Sunday last. He was a Bus Driver with GNR and was in his usual good form but collapsed at Mass and was dead on admission to Cavan Surgical Hospital. He was an outstanding card player and only last week won 1^st Gent at Cavan CYMS Whist which he attended each Sunday night. He is survived by his wife Maureen a member of the Graham family and a young family. Funeral from the Cathedral to Cullies cemetery.

Cavan Gaels beat Mullahoran in the Senior League in Mullahoran 2-5 to 0-3 where hard knocks were given and taken in atrocious weather conditions with the game finishing in a downpour. Colm Smith was man of the match at full back while ‘Foley’ O Rourke in goals was sound throughout. Larry Gillen and Cathal Young held sway at midfield all through while in attack Brendan Dunne and Sean Galligan were very prominent. The referee was Packy Newman Ballyhaise.

Rita O Reilly Stragella is appointed to London County Council. She was educated at Crubany NS and Loreto College and is daughter of Mrs Rita O Reilly and the late James O Reilly Stragella.

William Browne gives the Recital at Cavan Gramophone Society and next week the Recital will be given by Father A B McGrath.

November 9^th 1957 Sputnik 2 with live dog ‘Laika’ on board captures the imagination of the world circling the earth every 103 minutes at a speed of 18,000 miles per hour. Rose Meehan of Bridge Street and Brigid McGauran two night nurses at Saint Joseph’s Hospital give a clear description of seeing the Sputnik for over 15 minutes on a frosty clear night with visibility perfect detailing the description of the Sputnik being” brighter than the stars with a trail of dim lights trailing behind like sparks”.

‘Prince Olly’ wins the Irish Greyhound Puppy Derby at Shelbourne  Park in a time of 30.11. He was formerly owned by Paddy Gaffney ‘Ardeevin’ Latt who sold him to his present owner George Flindham from England. He was originally owned by Vincent Cosgrove of Inishmore Butlersbridge and will continue on his racing career in England.

William Daly Cavan is the lucky winner of a Pye Continental TV in the Motor Economy test at Smith’s Garage with John Keogan 2^nd winning a Parker Pen. Dympna Martin Bridge Hotel wins a silver tea service and George Kennedy Ballyhaise wins a Philips Electric Shaver. The winner driving an Austin A35 achieved an incredible 87 miles to the gallon on his final run.

Death of Margaret J Rutherford Heath View widow of JW Rutherford and regular contributor to ‘ Poet’s Corner’ in the Anglo Celt. She is survived by her  sister  AM Mee ‘ Fort View’ Farnham Road.

Funeral from Kilmore Cathedral to the adjoining cemetery.

Death of Fred Reid Derrycramph a very popular and highly respected member of the Communinty. He was a long time member of Cavan Show Society. Funeral from Kilmore Cathedral to the adjoining cemetery.    

Tony O Dowd 14 year old son of Terry and Mrs O Dowd Saint Phelim’ s Place is the winner and 1^st place in the Walkers Hohner competition in the Mansion House Dublin. The Cavan Agents are Smyth’s 60 Main Street Cavan.

Social and presentation to Tommy Goldrick Social Welfare Cavan who has been appointed Inspector for Louth Meath Westmeath Cavan Monaghan and North County Dublin. The presentation was made at a packed Town Hall by Dr Brian Galligan and Tommy will be replaced by Paddy Duffy Marahill Ballinagh who is a well known member of the FCA.

November 16^th 1957 Drop in population in all areas of Ireland apart from Dublin continues. The present population of the Republic of Ireland is 2,898,264 a drop of 2.2% or 62,329 since the last Census.

Historic picture in the Anglo Celt this week of Gerry Kelly UDC Jim Brady and Noel Egan all members of the one family examining the first copy of the Anglo Celt printed on the new Rotchild Printing Press which now enables the Celt to easily publish photographs for the first time.

Death of the famous Patrick Scallan Drumbo. Impresario and Concert artiste . Former Caretaker of the Town Hall. He organised numerous celebrity concerts with artistes appearing from all over the world. He had a fine tenor voice and specialised in the singing of numbers made famous by the late Count John McCormack. He was a most valued member of the Old and New Cathedral Choir under Fathers William Buchanan and the recently deceased May Roche Church Street. He was a staunch member of the Ancient Order of Hibernians and was a life time member of the Holy Family Confraternity in the Cathedral. He is survived by 1 sister and a nephew. Funeral from the Cathedral to Cullies Cemetery.

Parochial Bazaar where there was over £500 worth of goods to be won is very well supported. With Gerry Lovett MC and Father James J O Reilly Adm returning thanks for the outstanding support of the parishioners.

Flu epidemic hits the area forcing the De La Salle and Poor Clare Convent to close for almost 2 weeks.

Death of John Collins farmer Corahoe brother of Father Bernard Collins California. Funeral from the Cathedral to Cullies cemetery.

Death of Mary Maguire Wolfe Tone Street widow of the late Patrick Maguire. She was highly respected and well known over a wide area. Survived by her 2 sons and 2 daughters. Funeral from the Cathedral to Cullies cemetery.

Sean Woods Saint Phelim’s Place broadcasting from Radio Eireann on the accordion plays a selection of Irish airs and reels and jigs that thrilled the nation. Sean’s programme included ‘Killimer’ ‘The Land and the Strand’ ‘The Copper Plate’ ‘Woman of the House’ and ‘The Green Gates’.

November 23^rd 1957 Sudden death of Senator Sean Moylan Clontarf Minister for Agriculture at the age of 68. Member of the Fianna Fail Government since 1937. He took an active part in the War of Independence. Funeral from Saint Anthony’s Church Clontarf.

Death of the legendary Thomas Conaty Crossdoney Road Ballinagh at the age of 100 and 1 day. Father Larry Corr presented the President’s cheque for £5 to Thomas on his birthday. Perfect health all his life he worked as a Tailor until he was 90 and read the paper each day without the aid of glasses. Struck down a week ago with the prevalent flu virus which has closed many schools and business houses. He was a 1^st cousin of Bishop  Nicholas Conaty who built Saint Patrick’s College in 1886. He was a cousin of Bridie M Smith Historian who was employed in the Anglo Celt. Survived by his daughters MS M Gaynor Garrymore K Walsh Bellville Ballinagh and Mrs Edward Brady Ballinagh and 27 grandchildren and 23 great grandchildren.

Saint Patrick’s College Past Pupils Union AGM in the Gresham Hotel Chairman JJ Smith Secretary Michael Gilheaney Treasurer Tom Ryan and Gerry O Reilly. Committee Father Dan Breen CC Kilcullen Michael Fay Oliver J Finlay J Doran O Reilly Patrick Shaffrey Owen Daly John P Neary Seamus Conaty Vincent Lynch and P McDonald. Preparations are underway for the annual Dinner in Saint Patrick’s College on the 24^th November and the annual Dinner Dance in the Gresham Hotel on the 22^nd January 1958.

Collette Ann Margaret Kelly formerly of Saint Phelim’s Place Cavan marries Benjamin Henry Kelly a native of the Isle of Man in a glittering ceremony in Sutton Down Lincolnshire. The Bride is daughter of Patrick and Mrs Kelly 20 Saint Phelim’s Place Cavan.

Cavan At Home Week to take place in January 1958 Chairman Father James J O Reilly Adm Vice Chairman Tom Hickey Secretary Nellie McIntyre Treasurer Jack Ahearn. Committee Miss Maggie McCabe Bell Power Jim Scanlon Joe Duffy Paddy McNamara Tom Fitzpatrick Dr Brian J Galligan Brother Cyril and Fathers Tom Halton and A B McGrath.

Paul Curran Accountant in Providers is the recipient of a presentation at a Social in the Farnham Hotel  made on behalf of his many friend by Gerry Lovett as he  returns to take up a similar position in his  native Louth.

Death of Peter McGauran Creighan well known highly respected in the Community. Survived by his nephews and nieces. Funeral from the Cathedral to Saint Brigid’s cemetery Killygarry.

CYMS  Whist Top Score Joe Kenny Owen Roe 1^st Lady M Gillen 2^nd Lady Mrs JM McCabe 1^st Gent Joe Brady 2^nd Gent Jerome Casey Best Last Quarter Frank Fitzpatrick.

Death of Richard ‘Dick’ Tilson Derryheen. Well known farmer he was  very well known in Cavan and surrounding Counties. Survived by  his brother relatives and friends. Funeral following Service in Derryheen Church.

November 30^th 1957 Paddy Smith Minister for Local Government is appointed Minister for Agriculture to succeed the late Senator Sean Moylan. Neal Blayney takes over from Paddy Smith at the Department of Agriculture and Social Welfare. Paddy Smith is a member of Dail Eireann since 1923 and farms extensively at Drumnane Cootehill. He was Minister for Agriculture in 1947-1948 and was formerly a Parliamentary Secretary at the Department of the Taoiseach and Agriculture. Neal Blayney took over as TD for East Donegal on the death of his father Neal in 1955. He is a member of Donegal County Council since 1948.

Father Torlac O Reilly sings ‘ The Salute to the Pope ‘ at the Annual General Meeting and Dinner of the Past Pupils Union in the College where Benediction was imparted by Bishop Quinn assisted b y Fathers James Carroll and Frank McKiernan.

Death of Margaret McGowan Butlersbridge widow of the late Patrick McGowan. She is survived by her sons daughter and brothers. Funeral from Saint Aidan’s Church Butlersbridge to Annagh cemetery.

Death of Agnes ?? wife of John Innisbeg Butlersbridge. Survived by her husband and sons. Funeral from Saint Aidan’s Church to the New cemetery Butlersbridge.

Social and presentation to Mrs M Smith NT Killyconnin School on the occasion of her retirement by the local branch of Cavan INTO. She was presented with a silver tea service by Molly Finnegan Secretary of the branch with music by the Des Jenkins Orchestra.

Gramophone Society recital this week in the Farnham Hotel by W S Johnston next week by Kathleen Brady Town Hall Street.

Bridge Club N/S Jim Rafter and J P Mansfield E/w Tommy McCormick and Father Frank McKiernan.

December 7^th 1957 Pictured is Peter J Fitzpatrick on his first day as County Registrar in the Courthouse. He succeeds Patrick J McKenna Coleman Road who retired in October. Peter was educated at Killeshandra NS Saint Patrick’s College Cavan and qualified as a Solicitor at UCD in 1934 obtaining the 2^nd highest marks in the country. He commenced practicing in Belturbet in 1935 building an extensive practice. One of a family of 8 he is a brother of Dr MA McDwyer Consultant Physician Lancashire Dr AD McDwyer Leinster Road Rathmines Dublin P J McDwyer Secretary Dublin Chamber of Commerce Edward J McDwyer NT Ballinagh Miss MG McDwyer Four Courts Dublin Mrs Wright Dartmouth Square Dublin and the late T B McDwyer former Saint Patrick’s College and Ulster footballer.

Thomas A Maloney is appointed to the Board of Ryan Rent A Car. Tom who is  24 and resides at ‘Drumbar’ Ardmahon Well Road Cork will head up the Cork Division of the Company. He is son of George V and Eileen Maloney Farnham Street Cavan.

Cavan rugby team to play Portlaoise at Kilnavara M Dwyer Ken Cinnamond A Scott P Storey Niall Walsh J Phelan Captain Derek Morris George Maloney J O Riordan Norman Moore Phil Cullivan Richard Black Sean Woods and Teddy McCormack.

Garret Cooney will preside at the inaugural address given by Justice Conor A Maguire to the Law Society at Kings Inna Dublin. In attendance will be John A Costello former Taoiseach. Garrett is son of MA Cooney MOH Lisdarn Cavan.

Brendan O Riordan National Museum will deliver the lecture at the next meeting of Cumainn Seanchais Bhreifne .

Cavan Bridge Club N/S Surgeon PD Maloney and Airmid O Hanlon E/W Mr and Cyril Arnold.

December 14^th1956 Kilmore Hall Fancy Dress Prettiest Audrey Richmond Most Original Nelson Heaslip Most Humorous John Armstrong Most Topical Valerie Pratt Best Advertisement Violet Heaslip. Rev Canon Turkington Was MC while the Judges were Lord Farnham and Mrs Caruthers while Myrtle Henderson was on the piano.

Edward Maguire from Carrigallen will take over the Erne Bus Service where he worked as a driver for many years . He has also purchased a bus which can be hired for outings and pilgrimages.

Garda Patrick Tully promoted to the rank of Sergeant served as a   Garda in Redhills from 1948 before coming to Cavan in 1955. Native of Crosakiel Kells County Meath.  He is a former playing member of Belturbet Rory O Moore’s and Cavan Slashers. He was on the Cavan County Junior team in 1947.

Jimmy Stafford who is employed with McDonnell’s Bakery 61 Main Street and is a native of Drogheda makes a presentation to Eamonn Kingston who has been called to the Garda Depot for training at a very enjoyable Social in the Pavilion.

Irish Debating Society 1958 President Phil Ruddy Chairman Dr Brian Galligan Treasurers Mrs Carr and Bernard Stacey BA Cathedral Road Secretary Phil Lawlor and Assistant Secretary Seamus White.

Death of Brigid Smith Breffni Terrace after a long illness born with fortitude and courage. Father AB McGrath officiated at the funeral from the Cathedral to Cullies cemetery.

December 21^st 1957 Cavan CYMS 1958 President Gerry Lovett Vice President Tommy J Connolly Treasure Phil Lawlor Secretary Anselem Lovett Committee Joe Higgins Charlie Leddy Larry Burke H L Smyth and Eugene Monaghan. The Secretary reported that there were now 60 members of the Branch and that there was a

Credit balance of £39-19-0. The Committee decided to make enquires re joining the parent body of the  National Associations of CYMS Ireland.

Jack Halpin Cavan is appointed Vice President of the Incorporated Law Society of Ireland.

George V Maloney Junior ‘The Bungalow’ Drumconnick is commissioned as a Second Lieutenant FCA by Major General Liam Egan Eastern Command at a ceremony at Cathal Brugha Barracks Dublin. George a qualified Solicitor recently joined his father’s practice in Cavan is son of George V and Eileen Maloney Farnham Street Cavan and is very well known in musical rugby boxing and swimming circles.

Andy Breslin makes a presentation to David Cullen on behalf of his many friends at a function in the Railway Hotel. David is emigrating to England.

Hen turkeys fetch 4/- to 4/2 per lb while cocks are selling at 3/6 and geese are very plentiful at 2/- to 2/6 per lb.

Noel O Reilly Jim McDonnell Brian Gallagher James Brady and Tom Maguire are Cavan’s representatives on the Ulster team to play Munster in the Railway Cup Semi Final at Breffni Park in February 1958.

December 28^th 1957 Cavan Schools GAA Board Chairman Seamus Gilheaney Secretary Brother Cyril Treasurer Father P J Gargan CC Registrar Father Patrick Mallon Saint Patrick’s College.

Presentation by Dr MA Cooney in the Farnham Hotel to Edward Flood Abbey Street as he leaves Cavan to retire to Roscommon.

Death of Mrs Jessie Kennedy 29 Cathedral Road. She was widow of the late William Kennedy and is survived by her son Lesley daughter and other relatives. Venerable Archdeacon Shire officiated at the funeral from Cavan Parish Church to the New cemetery.

Tom Hickey is the new Captain at County Cavan Golf Club where Maureen McDonald also from Church Street is the new Lady Captain.

Winners of Competitions during 1957 at County Cavan Golf Club President’s Prize Harry O Connell and Ina Hickey Captain’s Prize Dan McDonald Members Cup Harry O Connell Cullen Cup Pat J O Neill O Hanlon Cup AJ O Sullivan Farnham Cup Tommy Aylmer Committee Prize Brendan Murray Mixed Foursomes Edward and Airmid O Hanlon. Captain 1958 Tom C Hickey President Surgeon Cullen Treasurer A Ormsby Secretary Dermot Morgan Assistant Secretary Dr Darragh Smith.

January 4^th 1958 Death of Thomas Smith 3 Coleman Road after a short illness at an advanced age. He was a veteran of the Boer War and was a distinguished member of the Irish Fusiliers. Weigh master for Cavan UDC for over 45 years. He was a most courteous and efficient official and was known over a very wide area. Celebrated the Golden Jubilee of his marriage in 1954. He was the father of 21 children with 2 sons and 7 daughters still alive and living in the USA and Ireland. Survived by his wife and family. Father PJ Gargan CC officiated at the funeral from the Cathedral to Cullies.

January 11^th 1958 Cavan Rainfall 1957 42.23 inches with rain on 225 days as opposed to 38.01 inches in 1956 with rainfall on 221 days.

Cavan At Home Week draws the large crowds in the first week of January 1958 with the Town Hall packed to capacity on most nights. Cavan Players with ‘ Murder out of Tune’ got the week off to a flying start with star performances from Ina Furlong Josephine McEntee Nell Arnold Mary Smith Railway Hotel Eugene Monaghan Jack Aherne who was also the Producer. Philip McConnell was Stage Manager while Maureen Han was Wardrobe Mistress. The Comeback Concert by Old Time Musical Halls Comedians Jimmy Mallon and Benny O Rourke was a hilarious success with Jimmy singing old time favourites like ‘I Wonder Whose Kissing Her Now’ ‘Keeping Up with the Jones’’ Down Where The Daffodils Grow’ and ‘McNamara’s Band’. The famous Molly McGurk sang ‘Macushla’ and ‘Ireland Mother Ireland’ receiving rapturous applause. The Question Time between Cavan ICA and Cavan County Council was won in a tight finish by Cavan ICA 83-78 with Phil Cullivan and Carmel McDonald winning the individual prizes. The Adjudicator was Professor William Browne MA Question Master Gerry Lovett and Score master Tom Hickey. Cavan ICA Bella Power Nellie McIntyre Maura Baxter Joan Hickey Kitty Jenkins and Mary Connolly 58 Main Street Cavan. Cavan County Council Phil Cullivan Carmel McDonald John Lyng Harry O Connell  Michael Harding and Dick McCarthy. The ICA Choir with Myrtle Henderson on the piano enthralled the audience with a recital of  classics including ‘ Beautiful Isle of Shadows’ and solo items from Jack  Norry Postmaster in Cootehill Gene and Bill McCusker playing a piano duet while Martin Maloney and Kevin Burke played a selection of Irish airs.

This week’s recital at Cavan Gramophone Society is by Clive Anderson while next week Tom McConville will give the recital in  the Farnham Hotel.

January 18^th 1958 Tomas Donlon aged 13 formerly of Saint Phelim’s Place is killed in Ennis at Carmody’s Hotel when a first floor collapsed during an auction where over 100 people were gathered. 8 people died and  at least 38 others including Tomas’ father were injured as the floor gave way without warning in Carmody’s Hotel which was in existence since 1804 collapsing on top of a Wedding Party who were celebrating on the ground floor. The Bride and Groom quickly turned their energies to digging out and assisting the dead and injured. Carmody’s Hotel was a stop over point for the likes of Daniel O Connell Charles Stewart Parnell and Eamonn De Velera who all stayed in the famous Room 23 of the Hotel and it was in the expectation of securing memorabilia from that room that attracted huge numbers to the Auction. Tomas Donlon was son of Tomas School’s Inspector and Mrs Donlon Saint Phelim’s Place. He was educated at home and at The Poor Clare Convent and De La Salle Brothers Cavan where he excelled as a student speaking fluent Irish. He was a member of the original De La Salle Flagelot Band with the likes of Emmanuel Kennedy Alan O Hanlon Micheal Smyth Gerard ‘Shammy’ Gilchrist and Eddie Murray. His brother Sean was later to become Irish Ambassador in Washington.

Cavan Urban Council adjourn as a mark of respect to the late Town Weigh master Tom Smith Rossa Place who is described by all as ‘ a most courteous and efficient member of Cavan UDC staff’.

Pictured are the members of the Anglo Celt who organised the firm’s first Staff Dinner Dance where music was supplied by Tom McCusker for the 60 members who attended a most enjoyable function. Picture shows Teddy McCormack Frank Carroll Sheila O Reilly Secretary Andy McEntee Chairman John Sharkey Treasurer Gerry Kelly UDC and Paddy McCullough.

Aidan Geraghty Goods Department CIE Railway Goods Depot is leaving Cavan on promotion to Sligo was the recipient of a wallet of notes from his many friends at an enjoyable Social in the Ulster Arms Hotel.

Death of Bernard O Reilly Emmett Place formerly of Lisdarn. Worked in the TB Hospital in Lisdarn. Survived by  his sons daughters and other relatives. Father James J O Reilly  Adm officiated at the largely attended funeral from the Cathedral to Cullies cemetery.

January 25^th 1958  Garda Tom O Donnell aged 24 a native of Boherbee Tralee and latterly Limerick is killed when the squad car he was driving was in a collision with a cattle truck on treacherous icy roads near Legakelly. Injured was Garda Michael McCarthy also 24 a native of Mullingar who is detained in Cavan Surgical Hospital with serious injuries to his arms shoulders and legs. James Monaghan Sunbeam Terrace Clones driver of the cattle lorry is also detained with serious injuries while 2 helpers Thomas Johnston and Mr Kelly also Sunbeam Terrace Clones are discharged with only minor injuries. Garda Tom O Donnell came to Cavan in January 1957 having served 3 years in Thomastown County Kilkenny. Sympathy is extended to his family Mr and Mrs Timothy O Donnell 5 Catherine Place Limerick and his brothers and sisters. A large crowd gathered at Cavan Surgical Hospital as Garda O Driscoll’s remains were being transferred to Limerick by hearse with his colleagues in Cavan Garda Station forming a Guard of Honour on each side of the hearse as it made its way through the deserted streets of Cavan where blinds were drawn on every business premises. Cavan Gaels whom Garda O Donnell was a playing member were in attendance accompanying the cortege to the outskirts of the town on its long journey South. Funeral from Saint Michael’s Church Limerick to Mount Saint Laurence cemetery Limerick. Paddy Cusack County Coroner adjourned the Inquest into the death of Garda O Donnell at the Courthouse Cavan until key witnesses would be available to testify. Jury Michael McDonald ‘Hub Bar’ Edward O Gorman Publican Upper Main Street Michael Tully Farnham Hotel Hugh Gough Michael Young Phil Gargan and Phil Lee.

John Maguire son of Garda John and Mrs Maguire Saint Patrick’s  Terrace is called to the Garda Depot where he will train for the Garda. Mattie Connolly on behalf of John’s many friends in Cavan made a presentation of a wallet of notes at an enjoyable Social in the Pavilion where John was a very enthusiastic member of the Pavilion Musical Society.

Sandy Gordon’s Garage in Farnham Street is sold to Maurice Jackson for £2,000. Gordon’s were one of the first ever motor garages in Cavan and also pioneered with the introduction of the Magnet Bus Service and The Magnet Cinema.

February 4^th 1958 Cavan GAA Committee 1958 Chairman T P O Reilly Secretary H L Smith Assistant Secretary Sonny Galligan Ardkill Treasure Paddy O Reilly Athbara and Registrar Jack McConnell Ashe Street.

Sudden death of Sergeant Patrick J McDonagh a native of Galway who joined the force in 1923 and was stationed in Cavan Slane and Ballydehob for the last 5 years.

Record crowd attend Vera Brady’s 1^st Staff Dance in the Town Hall where there was plenty of glamour with spot prizes every dance. Proceeds to the Poor Clare Convent.

Maurice Jackson himself a native of Killykeen presents a Perpetual Trophy to Cavan Angler’s Club who are re stocking the Laragh River where Father Malachy Byrne is PP this year.

February 11^th 1958 Munich Air Disaster as a BEA Elizabethan Aircraft carrying the famous Busby Babes crashes on their 3^rd attempt at take off at Munich Airport where the party stopped for refuelling after the Babes 3-0 win against Red Star Belgrade in the quarter final of the European Cup. Among the dead are Dublin stat Liam Whelan England captain Roger Byrne David Pegg Eddie Coleman and later the great Duncan Edwards who died 3 weeks after the crash from wounds sustained. Matt Busby Manager Harry Gregg from Derry Jackie Blanchflower from Belfast and Bobby Charlton are among the survivors.

Loreto Musical Society stage their comic opera ‘Aladdin and Out’ in the College Concert Hall. Anna Harten as the Emperor’s daughter gave an exceptional performance and was the outstanding talent on display. Her movement and elocution was full of grace and style. Aladdin Sheila O Reilly Badmanazar Doreen Smyth The Emperor Geraldine Mullery Prime Minister Marie Sheridan Prime Minister’s son Nuala Smith Courtiers Anna Reilly and Marie Daly Aladdin’s mother Teresa Magee Emperor’s daughter Anna Harten Laundry Stewards Madeline Gilligan and Helen Gilchrist Genie of the Lamp Marie Kavanagh Dancer Marie Keogh and a large Chorus. Music Costumes and Production Mistress of Music and Mistress of Schools. Mrs Philips and Mrs McNevin were in charge of dancing sequence and elocution.

Cavan Gaels 1958 Chairman Father James J O Reilly Adm Vice Chairman Paddy Conaty Treasure Father Patrick J Gargan and Seamus  Fay Secretary Jimmy Sheridan Assistant Secretary Tommy Hughes Committee Brother Cyril Tommy Gilroy Mattie Corcoran Bud McNamara John Johnston Pappy McNamara Tom McNamara John Keogan Pat O Neill AJ O Brien and Willie Doonan.

Drumalee GFC 1958 President P Molloy Vice President Father Patsy Young Chairman Paul Caffrey Treasurer Sean Reilly Secretary Pat Sharkey Representative to County Board Barney Higgins. Committee Barney Higgins Sean Walsh Seamus Fay J Smith M Lynch. Delegates to County Convention Dennis O Keeffe Sean Walsh Barney Higgins.

February 15^th 1958 Centenary celebrations in Lourdes Knock and Cavan to mark the centenary of the apparition of Our Lady in Lourdes to Bernadette. Over 80,000 throng Lourdes for the centenary which was marked by the Papal Legate Cardinal Roncalli opening the new vast underground Basilica specially built for centenary year. Over 10 million will visit Lourdes this year. 4,000 attended the special Mass celebrated by Cardinal Roncalli and 40 Bishops together with hundreds of priests from all over the world on the spot where Our Lady appeared to Bernadette 100 years ago. Young French girls clad in blue and white costumes, the same colours worn by Our Lady when she appeared to Bernadette on February 11^th 1858 mingled with the huge crowd as the Angelus recited by his Holiness Pope Pius XII on Vatican radio was relayed to the crowd and broadcast all over the world.  Marian procession in Ballyjamesduff with flags and buntings flying from every building with the procession proceeding around the town back to the Grotto at the Poor Clare Convent where the Rosary and Benediction were celebrated and recited with Father M O Reilly Master of Ceremonies and Miss M McCabe on the organ. Father James J O Reilly Adm was the celebrant in the Cathedral which was packed to capacity for the Rosary and Benediction where the Lourdes hymn ‘  The Bells of the Angelus’ rung out with Father A B McGrath on the organ.

Death of George Brady Labourer Billis. Very popular and well respected over a wide area. Survived by his brother and other relatives Funeral from the Cathedral to Cullies cemetery.

Death of the very well known Pat Christie Messenger in Saint Phelim’s Hospital at the age of 77. He was a native of Bawnboy and was formerly a Postman in Dowra. Pat was known and respected particularly by the business people in the town with whom he had a great relationship. He was an ardent GAA fan and never missed a fixture in Breffni Park.

Paddy Keogan son of Mr and Mrs John Keogan Hibernian Bank is appointed a Clerk in the Hibernian Bank Cootehill.

February 22^nd 1958 Tributes are paid to the legendary Joe Murray Cathedral Road who is retiring as Superintendent Cavan Garda after spending 10 years in Cavan. At Cavan Circuit Court Judge Sweeney Harry O  Neill County Registrar’s Office Peter McDwyer County Registrar Tom Fitzpatrick Solicitor  William McWilliams on behalf of the Bar Association all proclaimed that Superintendent Murray was most helpful and courteous and wished him and his 2^nd wife long life and happiness as he retired to his native Bundoran County Donegal. He joined the Force in 1923 and was actively associated with the Irish language revival. In Cavan he was known for his boundless charity and acts of kindness. He organised many events for the orphans of Saint Joseph’s Poor Clare Convent including frequent film shows which he showed himself being a gifted photographer and projectionist. He was an outstanding comic and story teller and on many occasions at Social events in the town put on a one man show of comedy song and dance with just an accompaniment on the piano. On the evening of the return of the Cavan team with the Sam Maguire Cup from New York on October 5^th 1947 he was the star of the show at the Reception in the Farnham Hotel.

Cavan GAA Selection Committee 1958 TP O Reilly HL Smyth Mick Higgins Phil ‘The Gunner’ Brady Peadar Doyle Father PJ Gargan and Victor Sherlock.

Death of David Clarke 4 Farnham Street former Assistant Registrar for County Leitrim. He was very highly respected and known over a wide area. Cavan Circuit Court with Judge Sheehy leading the tributes in which Tom J Fitzpatrick William Mc Williams SC and Peter McDwyer Cavan County Registrar all paid tribute to David’s efficient kind manner co operation and courtesy over many years. He is survived by his wife and daughters. Archdeacon Shires officiated at the funeral from Cavan Parish Church to the New Cemetery.

The Junior and Senior Choirs of the Royal School star in a musical evening in the Town Hall where the soloists included Clive Anderson who played ‘The Lover and the Nightingale’. Great credit is due to Music teachers MS Anderson and Craig with Cyril Anderson acting as Stage Manager and Producer.

Marie Smyth only daughter of Tommy and  Jeannie Smyth bids a fond farewell to Butlersbridge at a Social in the Hall where Marie a very popular young lady is showered with gifts from friends and neighbours at a Social where Mel Keaveney was MC and Una Myles NT made the presentations including an inscribed gold watch. Music was by Jack Reilly and His Band.

Eugene Leddy makes his 11^th broadcast from Radio Eireann where ballad singer Ken Browne was the star of the show and the talk of the country for his unique style and delivery.

March 1^st 1958 Seamus Gilheaney retires after 3 years as Chairman of the Ulster Council of the GAA. He has agreed to stay on as Cavan delegate to a Council he devoted many years. Lifetime service to Cavan GAA Seamus is a native of Leitrim and was County Board Chairman in Cavan from 1928-1934 and from 1948-1951. He is a founder member of the Cavan Schools Football Board which was established in 1953.

Ulster dominate the Railway Cup Semi Final against Munster in Breffni Park but a late solo point from Valentia Island and Kerry star Mick O Connell gives Munster an ill deserved victory by 1-6 to 0-8. Stars of the Munster team included the peerless Paudie Sheehy and the tenacious Jerome O Shea both from Kerry. he young Mick O Connell was Man  of the Match.

Meanwhile Saint Patrick’s College Cavan qualify for the McRory Cup Final where they will meet Saint Colman’s Newry in Castleblayney virtue of their 4-4 to 2-0 victory over Abbey CBS where Tadhg McCarthy Ballinagh and a very young Kevin Blessing from Cootehill score 3-2 of the Saint Patrick’s total.

Death of Mary Mai O Reilly 41 College Street wife of Edward ESSO representative. She was well known and much loved over a wide are and her passing at such a young age is a big blow to her family and community. Survived by her 3 sons and 2 daughters and other relatives. Father P J Gargan officiated at the largely attended funeral from the Cathedral to Cullies cemetery.

Sue Coyle a native of Cavan town is made a presentation at a Testimonial Dinner Dance in the Essex Hotel New Jersey following 30 fruitful years as a member of the American Inland Revenue. She is sister of Mick and Kathleen Marron Cavan and will be home on holidays in June 1958.

Death of James Galligan Breffni Terrace. He was a noted soccer player in his youth and worked as a Sawyer in Richmond’s Sawmills Creighan. He is survived by his wife and 2 sisters. Father PJ Gargan officiated at the funeral from the Cathedral to Cullies cemetery.

Sean O Siochan is the star of the glittering Comalthas Concert in the Town Hall entitled ‘Ceilidhe House’ where the Hall was packed to capacity with over 200 failing to gain entry.

Jubilee Nurse Whist Top Score Mrs O Rourke Saint Phelim’s Place 1^st and 2^nd Ladies Mrs Margaret English and Olive Black 1^st and 2^nd Gents Joe Brady and Gerard Gilchrist.

March 8th1958 Dr Vivian Fochs and his party of British scientists and explorers at Scott Base in the  Antarctic celebrate their achievement with champagne and caviar after their journey of 2,100 miles crossing the Antarctic. Dr Fochs was luxuriating in a well deserved hot bath when informed that Queen Elizabeth is to reward him with a Knighthood.

Death of Alice Greene Corn Mill Cavan in Saint Phelim’s Hospital. Well known local personality she was known throughout the North East for her holiness and charity. Daily communicant she was a member of the Sodalities in the Cathedral. Survived by her daughter Cissie sons Gerry Francis Joe Charlie Johnny and was predeceased by her husband Joe and son Tommy. Father AB McGrath officiated at the funeral from a packed Cathedral to Cullies cemetery.

Death of Richard Allison Kilmore Survived by his brother nephews and other relatives. Funeral from Kilmore Cathedral to the adjoining cemetery.

Death of Mary Brady ‘Claude Villa’ Cullies at a young age at Saint Phelim’s Hospital Cavan. Daughter of James and Mrs Brady ‘Claude Villa’. She was sister of Sister M Ignatius Our Lady’s Hospital Manorhamilton and the late Father P Brady PP. urvived by her brothers and sister. Father AB McGrath officiated at the funeral from the Cathedral to Cullies cemetery.

Death of Patrick Greene 23 Saint Patrick’s Terrace. He was father of Mother M Victorina Loreto Order Calcutta. He was a native of Swanlinbar and was a carpenter by trade working with Paddy Elliott Tom McManus and his  neighbour Tommy McDonald. Great GAA fan he seldom missed a game in Breffni Park or Clones. Died after a short illness at a very young age. Predeceased by his wife he is survived by his sons and daughters. Father A B McGrath officiated at the funeral from the Cathedral to Kinawley cemetery.

Following the collapse of the floor in Ennis leading to the deaths of 8 people, Cavan County Manager orders that the Library in Farnham Street be relocated to the ground floor because of the increasing weight of the numerous books held in stock. Charlie Greene brings his artistic talents to a job that is very tasty and attractive costing just over £1,000.

Mr and Mrs Cyril Arnold win the prestigious Cavan Open Bridge competition for the Surgeon Cullen Cup in the Farnham Hotel 2^nd Mr and Mrs Farrell from Longford while the Tournament Director was W Berrill from Drogheda assisted by Cavan Captain Jim Leonard.

March 15^th 1958 Chamber of Commerce 1958 Chairman Austin McDonald who succeeds Con P Smith Vice President Alfred Myles Smith Secretary George V Maloney Junior  Treasurer Tom McKenna .The Committee after a long discussion decided to grant aid Cavan Anglers Club £10 towards the cost of a new colour brochure which the Club are publishing to promote Tourism in the Cavan area.

Death of Jim Galligan well known farmer and horse man from Behey. Survived by his son daughter and other relatives. Well known throughout a wide area he was extremely generous and helpful to his friends and neighbours and was a founding member of the famous Drumcrave Fife and Drum Band.  Funeral from the Cathedral to Killygarry.

Saint Colman’s Newry powered by the likes of Dan McCartan and his cousin Sean O Neill hammer Saint Patrick’s College in the McRory Cup Final in Castleblayney where the game was  played in very wintry conditions with a cold North wind blowing strongly and 3 inches of snow on the pitch. Saint Patrick’s had first assistance of the  wind and went into the lead in the first few minutes but Saint Colman’s contained them in the first half and the Newry men led by 1-2 to 1-1 at half time. Saint Patrick’s were completely overrun in the second half by the defending champions and  were lucky to escape with just  a beating of 19 points. Saint Patrick’s College Patrick McManus J McCabe Felim Kelly O Haslett M Lynch J McKiernan M Lynch T Galligan T Boyers John Aherne S O Rourke P Lynch Kevin Blessing and Tadhg McCarthy. Referee L Friel Antrim.

The new Irish Dancing Club will organise this year’s Saint Patrick Day’s Parade.

Saint Joseph’s Young Priests Society 1958 President Gerry M Lovett Secretary Clare Brady Town Hall Treasurer Mary McGoldrick NT.

William Browne MA Kathleen Sullivan Dermot Morgan and  Father Sean O Reilly win the Team of Four Competition at the County Cavan Finals of the All Ireland Whist competition in the Park Hotel Virginia . Like last year the team will now represent Cavan in the All Ireland Finals in Athlone.

Fond farewell to the great Superintendent Garda Siochana Joe Murray. Native of Monaghan town Joe was a National Teacher before joining the Garda in 1922 as an Inspector. From 1917-1922 he took an active part in the War of Independence coming under heavy shelling and gun fire at the Battle of Pettigo and Beleek County Donegal in June 1922. He was a Brigadier in the IRA in charge of the 4^th South East Donegal Battalion. After joining the Garda he served in Kildare Collinstown McKee Barracks Waterford Gorey and  Killaloe before coming to Cavan as Superintendent in 1945 . Founder member of Cavan Drama Festival organising Drama in many schools throughout the County. Adjudicator at many of the Irish Feiseanna he was himself a fluent Irish speaker and delighted in all things Irish. He was a very talented artiste specialising in singing and hilarious sketches and comedy acts and was the main artiste entertaining the huge attendance at the 1947 victorious banquet in the Farnham Arms when he was accompanied on the piano by Maisie Magee. Outstanding footballer he was a regular on the Donegal Senior County team and was one of the men that reorganised the GAA in Donegal laying the foundations for success in the future. Superintendent Murray was the guest of honour as his colleagues and the towns people bid him and  his second wife a fond farewell showering on them many gifts as a token of their deep appreciation for all the work they carried out during their 12 years in Cavan. They now  retire to Bundoran County Donegal and are wished many happy years of peace and health. Joe Murray is replaced by Superintendent Christopher Flood a native of Meath coming to Cavan on promotion from Galway.

Death of Mary Gaffney wife of Patrick Gaffney Creamery Manager Butlersbridge at a comparatively young age. She had been ill for sometime. She is survived by her husband Patrick sons sister and many friends . Funeral from Saint Aidan’s cemetery Butlersbridge to the New cemetery.

March 22^nd 1958 Small attendance witness the debut of the McInerney brothers in Butlersbridge as the home side edge out near neighbours Redhills in the Junior League. Among the stars for Redhills was the peerless Patsy McEntee Ted Duggan and Maxie McGrath while the Bridge relied on Tom Myles Michael Reilly Tommy Meehan Terry Smyth Con Smith and PJ Nolan.

Poor Clare Convent’s Production of ‘Hansel and Gretel’ scores 90 marks in the All Ireland School’s Drama Under 11 in Dublin securing 3^rd place out of an entry of 7. The show introduced to the stage such talent as Frances Sullivan Moya Maloney Frances Donoghoe Geraldine Fitzpatrick Mary McKiernan Sarah Ann O Reilly Carmel McCormick Concepta McEntee Mary Smith Mary O Mahoney Philomena Conaty Brigid Pryce Patricia O Connor Bernadette O Reilly and Margaret Grey.  

March 29^th 1958 Father James J O Reilly Administrator in Cavan since 1943 in appointed Parish Priest of Baileboro with Father Joseph Dolan appointed Adm with Father Patrick J McManus Diocesan Examiner appointed a Curate in Cavan Parish and Father John Maguire recalled from Birmingham to take over as Diocesan Examiner. Father Jimmy’s last public function was to celebrate Mass In the Cathedral following the evening Centenary Procession of Our Lady of Lourdes from the Poor Clare Convent in which over 2,000  participated on a beautiful crisp Spring evening . Father P J Gargan assisted in the distribution of Holy Communion while Bishop Quinn imparted Benediction and Father AB McGrath accompanied the Cathedral Choir on the organ closing with the French National Anthem in honour of Our Lady Bernadette and Lourdes. The CYMS were in charge of the stewarding.

Phil Gargan ‘Ritz Bar’ sells a winning ticket drawing ‘Moston Lake’ in the forthcoming Grand National at Aintree. Among those from the area with 1/8 shares are M Smith Church Street Mrs Eddie McCormack Maghera and Arthur Tilson Swellan.

Death of Moses Allison Kilmore who was extremely popular and industrious known throughout a wide area. Survived by his brother nephews and nieces. Funeral from Kilmore Cathedral to  Kilmore cemetery.

Death of Rose Lee Drumalee. She was the mother of a very large family and was well known and highly respected throughout the area.  Survived by her husband sons daughters and relatives. Father PJ Gargan officiated at the funeral from the Cathedral to Killygarry cemetery.

13^th Annual Drama Festival with Tom Fitzpatrick Chairman  Nellie McIntyre Secretary Leo Keogan Treasurer and PJ O Connor .

Adjudicator.

CYMS Whist Top Score Joe Brady 1^st Lady Mrs F Leonard 2^nd Mrs P Sloan and Mary McGovern tie. 1^st Gent Packy Gilchreest 2^nd Eugene Reilly and Packy Newman tie. Best last quarter Mrs K Smith.

April 5^th 1958  Sean Brady Drumsilla Tullyvin is electrocuted as he extends the line at Munelta Stradone for the Rural Electrification Scheme where he worked with the ESB as a Linesman. He was dead on admission to Cavan Surgical Hospital.

Saint Columb’s College Derry are the winners of the premier award the Dr Lyons Cup at Cavan Drama Festival where 18 English and 6 Irish plays were staged with audiences down on the high of previous years due in part to the increasing number of householders in the area now having television sets and the absence from the programme of any major groups from the Cavan area. Damien Dillon son of Mollie and Leonard Dillon Bridge Street and a member of Aisteoiri De La Salle who recently won the Teelin Cup in the All Ireland Drama Festival in Dungannon  won the Gold medal for his d  playing of ‘An Doctor’ in ‘Na Boithre’. Best Actress Mary Henry Saint Columb’s Derry, Best Actor Gerry Wickham Castle Players Castleblayney, Best Producer Jack Gallagher Saint Columb’s Derry.

Death after a long  illness on Saturday at her residence of Mary McKenna relict of the late EJ McKenna Draper and Outfitter Oliver Plunkett Street. She was known and respected over a wide area and was very  religious and charitable. Father AB McGrath officiated at the funeral from the Cathedral to Ballyconnell cemetery.

Pictured are the famous Des Jenkins Orchestra with Brendan Jenkins Crooner Paddy Duffy Alto Sax Peter Smith Tenor Sax Tom McCusker Piano Patsy Smith Trumpet Eamonn Donohoe Alto Sax Tommy O Donnell Drums Leo Ronan Double Bass and Des Jenkins Accordion and vocals.

Death of Patrick McCahill Farmer Drumelis and native of Drumeagle Crosserlough. He took an active part in the War of Independence being Adjutant Crosserlough Battalion IRA . He later attained the rank of Captain and was a Clerk at the old Sinn Fein Courts. During the Emergency he was a Cmdt in the FCA. Noted horseman he was a jockey who won several point to point races. He is survived by his wife 3 brothers Philip Birmingham John J London and James in the USA and 2 sisters Sister Collette Convent of Mercy Scotland and Sister Mary Anastasia Convent of Mercy Dakota USA. The coffin was draped in the tricolour while a Guard of Honour of Old IRA veterans flanked the hearse from the Cathedral. Three volleys of shots were discharged and the Last Post sounded at the interment in Crosserlough cemetery where Father PJ Gargan CC officiated.

Death of Philip Smith Drumcrave after a short illness at an early age. Very popular and industrious . Father A B McGrath officiated at the largely attended funeral from the Cathedral to Cullies cemetery.

April 19^th 1958 Corlurgan National School is burnt to the ground with the loss of furniture fittings and invaluable school records. Cavan Fire Brigade on the scene after the alarm was raised at 2 AM by a passer by who spotted a blaze at a chimney to the side of the building . Despite gallant efforts and hindered by a lack of a water supply  having to resort to their 10,000 gallon emergency tank the Brigade were unable to bring the fire under control and all that was left was the shell of the old 2  storey building .

Tragic death of Declan O Reilly age 1 ½ year 79 Main Street following an accident near  his home at 1 p m on Thursday. Only child of Sean and Mrs O Reilly Declan was outside his father’s busy Veterinary premises at 79 Main Street when he dashed across the road from behind a number of parked vehicles and was struck by a passing lorry driven by Colm Smith Mineral Waters and Bottlers Farnham Road. Declan was pronounced dead on admission to Cavan Surgical Hospital.

The All Ireland Fleadh Cheoil Na hEireann will take place in Longford Town at Whit this year.

Sudden death of Jim Maguire Hackney Car operator 71 Main Street. Native of Tullyco Jim was of tall strong athletic build and was a noted gaelic footballer for his native Tullyco and later with his equally well endowed brother Tom they starred for Cavan Slashers winning a number of Senior Championships in the mid 1920s. Originally a Bread Salesman Jim knew all the small shops throughout the area and delivered bread for many of the Cavan based Bakeries including Louis Blessing’s who operated from a premises at the Arch. A bird fancier of note Jim kept canaries gold finches  and larks at his premises and during the Summer months the early morning in upper Main Street was filled with the celestial sound of bird song. His death at the early age of 55 removes one of Cavan’s truly great characters and gentlemen. Survived by his wife Margaret Nee Elliott sons Alo and Paddy daughters Mona Carmel Gretta Anita and Madeline . Father Joe Dolan Adm officiated at the funeral from a packed Cathedral to Killygarry cemetery with the  hears stopping in salute outside Jim’s premises in Upper Main Street.

Michael Connolly MPSI son of Thomas J and Mary Connolly MPSI  Church Street and 58 Main Street marries Teresa Kelly SRN daughter of the late James and Mrs Kelly New Road Bailieboro at a glittering ceremony in the Cathedral. Bridesmaids were Bernadette Kelly and Mary Connolly sisters of the Bride and Groom and the Best Man was Thomas A ‘Toggy’ Connolly while the Groomsman was Brendan Kelly . Father Michael McCabe was the chief celebrant assisted by Father James J O Reilly PP Bailieboro and former Adm Cavan while Father A B McGrath was on the Organ.

Cardinal James Dalton celebrates the Golden Jubilee of his ordination in Rome on April 18^th 1908. Prayers are offered for the intentions of the Cardinal in the Cathedral and all other churches in the Diocese.

April 26^th 1958 John Little with an address at 21 Bridge Street is charged with offences against the State Act 1939 with having in his possession a Uzi Submachine Gun revolvers ammunition and explosives with intent to endanger life. Giving evidence were Teresa O Connor who said that “she ran a boarding house at 20 and 21 Bridge Street along with her mother Mary Cassidy and that John Little had been a guest for the last 7 years. The house was being renovated following an explosion in the premises in 1956 and it was during these renovations that  the weaponry had been located in an attic adjacent to John Little’s quarters”. Garda William Gaffey gave evidence of searching a garage which John Little used and finding in a shoe box documents incriminating John Little as a member of the IRA. John Little totally refuted all charges and said that he never saw the weaponry or the documents before and there were many people coming and going over the years and the stuff could be belong to any number of people. Justice Lavery having heard all the evidence at Cavan District Court sentenced John Little Plumber Cavan to 6 months in jail.

Michael ‘Mickey’ Walsh is the outstanding star for Drumalee as they defeat their hosts Redhills by 1-6 to 0-3 in the 1^st round of the Cavan Junior Championship. Drumalee had the advantage of the strong wind in the first half and led by 1-4 to Redhills’ Nil at half time but in the second half the roles were reversed but Drumalee defence were resolute allowing Redhills only 3 points while scoring 2 points themselves. Scorers for Drumalee Michael Walsh 1-4 Donie Fay and Tommy Molloy 0-1 each.

May 3rd^h 1958 John McGinnity is pictured with a large number of pilgrims flying out from Dublin to Lourdes on the first Cavan trip for Centenary Year. John states that he is organising several more such trips this year.

Death of Mary ( Molly) Nulty Rathcorrick. Her brother died only 2 weeks ago and she was a highly respected and well known member of the Community.  She is survived by  her husband Patrick sons and daughters. Funeral from the Cathedral to Killygarry cemetery.

BD Aherne Manager Provincial Bank Cavan who was a leading member of Cavan Chamber of Commerce and County Cavan Golf Club is transferred on promotion to Templemore Count Tipperary. He is replaced in Cavan by Gordon McNeill Ross former Manager of the Provincial Bank in Kilkenny.

Death of Edward McIntyre Corlurgan a highly respected resident . Father P J Gargan officiated at the funeral from the Cathedral to Drumavaddy cemetery.

Dorothy Smith Farnham Street is elected for a three year term 1958-1961 as President of the National Council of the Irish Countrywomen’s Association (ICA). Dorothy was a founding member of the Cavan Guild in 1953 and was a member of the National Executive. She is sister of PN Smith Solicitor Farnham Street. Dorothy is an active member of Cavan Bridge Club and County Cavan Golf Club.

Death of Emily Brady EDEM at a young age at Our Lady of Lourdes Hospital Drogheda . She was an employee of McCarren and Company and had been only married recently to  her husband Bernard Pig Dealer 5 Coleman Road. Member of the Gauthier family Military Row she was extremely popular. Huge turn out to meet the hearse with a Guard of Honour from her colleagues in McCarren’s who also helped to carry the coffin. Father AB McGrath officiated at the funeral from the Cathedral to Killoughter cemetery.

Death of Thomas Fay 10 College Street at Leopardstown Hospital. Veteran of First World War where he fought for the British Army. Survived by his sons daughters relatives and many friends. Funeral from the Cathedral to Cullies cemetery.

New Handball Board fail to elect a Chairman at their inaugural meeting. Vice Chairman Mel Lynch Lacken Secretary John Maguire Mullahoran and Treasurer Tony Donohoe Mullahoran.

Death of Margaret Carroll in London. Native of College Street Margaret emigrated to Scotland some years ago but in recent years she was domiciled in London. Survived in Cavan by her sisters and brothers.

Bishop of Kilmore Rt Rev CJ Tyndall DD assisted by Archdeacon WH Shire BA confirms 53 boys and girls in Cavan Parish Church where  the Parish Choir were in attendance with Mrs Daniels on the organ.

Wedding in the Cathedral of Saints Patrick and Phelim of Michael McDermott son of Mr and Mrs G McDermott Lakeview Terrace to Mary Ross Drumm daughter of Mrs T Lynch and the late Thomas Drumm Tullac Mongan. Father P J Gargan celebrated the Nuptial Mass and imparted the Papal Blessing while Charlie McGriskin was on the Organ. Two of Mary’s sisters perished in the Poor Clare Convent Fire of February 1943.

Death of Helena O Hanlon 29 Addison Road Fairview Dublin. She was a sister of the late JJ McGuiness long time Town Clerk Cavan and was married to Joe a brother of John F O Hanlon late Managing Director of The Anglo Celt. Rev J Duggan CSSP Kimmage Manor officiated at the funeral to Glasnevin cemetery.

May 10^th 1958 Gerry Kelly Connolly Street and Anglo Celt a member and past Chairman of Cavan Urban Council catches  a beautiful brown trout weighing 4 lbs 5 ½ ozs at Legwee Bridge adjacent to Brady’s . Gerry was accompanied by his good friend Mick Smyth 60 Main Street and was using a worm as a bait. Gerry is a former outstanding footballer with Cavan Slashers winning County Senior Championship medals in 1917 and again in 1924 and 1925 when he was partnered on the team by  his brothers Tom and Fred.

Death of Mary Sheridan widow of Patrick Creighan at an advanced age. She was mother of the famous Patrick Sheridan who played for the old Cavan team before departing for America some years ago. Survived by her sons daughter and other relatives. Funeral from the Cathedral to Drumavaddy.

Philip P A Smith becomes a Pharmacist LSPI . He is son of the late Matt Smith executive officer Cavan County Council and nephew of Bridie M Smith Historian and a former member of the Anglo Celt staff who died some few years ago. Philip Smith has been attached to Roche’s Stores Dublin for the last five years.

Dancing Deck at Lisreagh is being well supported each Tuesday and Thursday night when the happy revellers can dance the night away to the music of the  ‘Five Star Ceilidhe Band’. The Deck will be operational for the rest of the Summer.

May 17^th1958 Drumalee continue their unbeaten run in the Junior Championship beating Cornafean 0-6 to 0-3 at Drumalee. Scorers for Drumalee Donie Fay 0-3 Mickey Walsh 0-2 and Paddy Smith 0-1 while Butlersbridge account for Templeport 2-6 to 0-4 at Butlersbridge.

Two branches of the Patrician Society continue to meet in the Temperance Hall with recent papers read by Maire Maloney ‘The Devil’ Sarah Cullen ‘Youth’ Michael McCabe ‘Can We Be Saints’ Bill Henry ‘Catholic Action’ Mr Bonzer Latt ‘Communism’ Pat Smith ‘Is the Church a Killjoy’ Carmel McDonald ‘ Good Citizenship’ and Mr Gear ‘Lost Opportunity’ !

Three year old Desmond Donohoe Abbey Street is pictured with 2 magnificent brown trout weighing 3 lbs and 3 lb 10 ozs which his father caught during the Open Angling Competition on Lough Sheelin when father Phil was crowned Supreme Angler with competitors from all over Ireland and the United Kingdom participating.

May 24^th 1958 The Central Statistics Office report that the population of the Republic of Ireland is now 2,885,000. During the year 1957 there were 14,423 marriages 61,286 births and 34,308 deaths

Drumalee score 4 in a row unbeaten run in the Cavan Junior League this time locals Cavan Gaels were the vanquished in a merited 3-3 to 0-2 victory at Breffni Park where conditions were deplorable with heavy rain falling throughout on the small crowd and the players got it very hard to come to grips with the slippery ball. Drumalee led by 1-2 to 0-1 at the interval with the Drumalee goal scored by veteran Mickey Walsh in the very first minute while the Gaels scored through former Harps great Tom McNamara. Mickey Walsh made the game safe for an impressive Drumalee with a fisted goal late in the 2^nd half.

De La Salle Flagelot Band lead the entire school in parade to the Cathedral of Saints Patrick and Felim where Father Joe Dolan Adm officiated at the Mass to honour the patron Saint De La Salle. Sacred Music was rendered by the School Choir with Father AB McGrath on the organ. The ceremony ended with the congregation singing ‘Saint De La Salle Our Dearest Father’ Afterwards the boys were treated to sweets biscuits and minerals in the school and given a free day.

Matthew McKenna is appointed Postmaster of his native Monaghan town. He was Overseer in Cavan and later Postmaster in Kells before his present appointment.

Rory O Connor takes over as Manager Cavan Social Welfare Farnham Street where he replaces Richard Curran who is taking up a similar position in the Carlow office. Rory was formerly Clerical Officer in Drogheda.

Una Smith wife of Dr FPE Smith wins the Open competition and Dr Lyons Cup` at County Cavan Golf Club 2^nd was Rita O Reilly Cavan while 3^rd was  Mrs O Flynn Monaghan. The prizes were presented at a pleasant Social by Maureen McDonald Captain . 29 competitors took part in the competition played in atrocious weather conditions.

May 30^th 1958 Over 20,000 attend the All Ireland Fleadh Cheoil in Longford town where the Fleadh “was smiled on by the sun as well as the gentle Spring rain which fell lightly on competitors and spectators alike”. The Fleadh was  opened by Dr Brian Galligan President Comalthas Ceolteoiri Eireann.

1^st annual Dinner of Cavan’s  new dancing club sees the Chairman Dr Brian Galligan making a presentation to Sean Woods who supplied the music all season and Seamus De Faoite who was the teacher and instructor. Father Patrick Gaffney President Saint Patrick’s College addressed the guests while  Mick Quigley was Fear an Tighe at the Fior Ceilidhe that followed the Dinner in the Ulster Arms.

Weekly bus leaving the Dexta each Sunday of the Season for Bundoran fare single 12/6 while under 14 half price.

Cavan Show Committee 1958 President PN Smith Vice President Lord Farnham Treasurer Alfred Myles Smith and Secretary RS Black.

Nancy O Neill daughter of John and Mrs O Neill Bridge Street marries Patrick Brady son of Mr and Mrs James Brady Drumaran Ballyhaise in Saint Anthony’s Church Brooklyn where Solemn Nuptial Mass was celebrated by Father Dallagher.

June 7^th 1958 Pictured is the Corpus Christi Procession as it ends with Benediction at the Cathedral on a beautiful sunny Thursday evening where hundreds gathered after walking around the flower bedecked town where the National and Papal flags flew from every building . Guards of Honour for the Blessed Sacrament provided by the Garda in procession and Boy Scouts at the Cathedral where Bishop Quinn was assisted by Fathers Joe Dolan Adm and P J Gargan while Father AB McGrath was in charge of the Cathedral Choir who rendered sacred music at both the procession and at the Cathedral. Teddy McCormack sounded the salute on the bugle at the Benediction while members of Cavan CYMS provided the stewards for a splendidly organised procession.

Over 20,000 buy the Anglo Celt each week which is read by 60,000 readers

Newly formed Cavan Shamrocks a little out of their depth in the 1^st Round of the Duncan Cup in Clones when they are well beaten by 5 goals to 2. Goals by Willie Corr in the second half ensured that the newly formed Cavan outfit gave a much better account of themselves in the 2^nd half with Jimmy Stafford a  native of Drogheda and shop assistant in McDonnell’s 61 Main Street outstanding in defence clearing three certain goals off the Shamrock’s line with goalkeeper Gerry Maguire beaten. Cavan Shamrocks Gerry Maguire J Storey Jimmy Stafford Andy McGahon J McDwyer Michael Jermyn Willie Corr Martin Storey Andy Mohan and Gene Cullivan. The referee was M Brannigan Clones.

Anna Mae Duffy only daughter of Paddy and Mrs Duffy Owen Roe Terrace is awarded a 5 year scholarship at Loreto College. Anna Mae is a pupil of the Poor Clare Convent Cavan.

June 14^th 1958 Pictured are the students who organised the Saint Patrick’s College Cavan Sports Eugene McKiernan Oliver Haslett Noel Martin Kevin Clancy Noel Donohoe Eddie McLoughlin and Tadhg McCarthy. Winners 100 Yards Aidan Harte 2^nd Brendan Young 440 Yards James F McCabe 2^nd Brendan Young 3^rd Sean Flood Mile Peter Paul O Reilly 2^nd Joe O Hanlon High Jump Aidan Harte Long Jump PC Lynch. Day Boys Bicycle Race 1^stJohn English 2^nd Terry Brady and 3^rd Tommy Monaghan.  Best all round athlete Aidan Harte. Starting Handicap Francis J O Brien and Jim McGovern Laragh.

Death of Susan Hyland Pullamore widow of the late John Hyland. Survived by her sons daughters relatives and friends. Father Patrick J McManus CC officiated at the largely attended  funeral from Saint Brigid’s Church Killygarry to the adjoining cemetery.

JP Malone gives a ‘Roy of the Rovers’ display leading the Saint Felim’s Boys School forward line in their 8-5 to 1-2 victory over Saint Patrick’s Castletara helping himself to 5-4 of the total . The game was played in atrocious weather conditions at Breffni Park. Saint Felim’s led by 4-2 to 0-1 at the interval.

Dr FPE Smith is the first winner of the Breifne Shield presented by Harry O Connell to County Cavan Golf Club 2^nd was Michael O Sullivan Munster and Leinster Bank and the prizes were presented to the winners by Tom Hickey Captain and Dermot Morgan Secretary.

Frank Fitzpatrick Military Row Ticket Checker and James McGahern Signalman are made a presentation by their colleagues on the occasion of their retirement from Cavan Railway Station. Incredibly the 2 men started work on the same day the  18^th January 1909. Frank still retains the letter of appointment from GNR.

Death of Thomas O Reilly Derrycramph. He was a most professional popular shoemaker by trade. Funeral Service from Kilmore Cathedral to Kilmore cemetery.

June 21^st Larry G O Reilly Loughduff County Cavan is voted in as a Rate Collector by Cavan County Council  beating Mickey O Brien Killynebber 13 votes to 12 for the position.

Death of Thomas Gaffney Lisreagh and Glencurran. He resided with his sister Mrs Eddied Galligan since he returned from the USA  two years ago. Survived by his sisters and other relatives. Funeral from the Cathedral to Drumavaddy.

Cavan draw with Monaghan in a boring poorly contested game in the 1^st Round of the Ulster Senior Championship in Clones 7 points all before an attendance of 7,500. Cavan led by 6 points to 4 at the interval. Scorers for Cavan Brian Gallagher 0-4 Jim Meehan 0-2 and Charlie Gallagher 0-1. The replay is fixed for Breffni Park on June 29^th 1958.

Frank Reilly Pig Dealer 85 Church Street is knocked down by a car adjacent to his home.  Later he is removed to Cavan Surgical Hospital where his condition is described as comfortable.

As the rain continued to bucket down in Cavan the Girls Club on their annual outing to Bray are met by warm bright sunshine. They left town at 9.0 am and returned from Bray at 11.00 pm after one of the most enjoyable outings ever.

John Clarke Permanent Way Ganger with CIE  Railways is made a presentation by his colleagues family and friends as he retires after 40 years distinguished service.

Imre Nagy former Hungarian Prime Minister and leader of the 1956 Revolution against the Communists is tried and  hung in secret by the Russians.

 

June 28^th 1958 Michael Young Ashe Street is elected Chairman of Cavan Urban Council . Michael at just 29 years of age is the youngest ever Chairman of the Council and was proposed fro the position by Gerry Kelly seconded by Robbie Simpson. Johnny Walshe was re elected Vice Chairman.

Excellent Cavan Minor performance ousts Donegal in the Ulster Minor Championship by 2-7 to 2-6. Cavan were cruising when Donegal struck with two late goals to set up a grandstand finish to a thrilling encounter. Cavan W Murphy Fintan McKiernan S Soraghan E McGennis M Lynch P Maguire Tony Morris Seamus McMahon Tommy Smith Mullahoran Packy McGovern B Garry Padraic Boyle Tom Sheridan Butlersbridge B O Reilly and Brian Sherlock. Sub Kevin Blessing .

Cavan Shamrocks bounce back from their recent  defeat in the Duncan Cup to trash Chapel Street 6-0 in the Longford Leader 7 a side tournament in Longford. Scorers for Cavan Jim Kelly 2 Gene Cullivan 2 Michael Jermyn and Andy McGahon 1 goal each.

Ina Furlong Bank of Ireland Cavan is being transferred to the Arklow Branch of the Bank after serving Cavan Players and the Pavilion Musical Society in leading roles over the last 2 ½ years. Ina was made a presentation  by her colleagues in the Bank and later that evening Eugene Monaghan made the presentation on behalf of the Cavan Players at a very enjoyable function in the Railway Hotel.

John Maguire Saint Patrick’s Terrace Cavan passes out as a member of an Garda Siochana at a glittering ceremony at the Garda Depot in the Phoenix Park. John is now stationed at Clontarf Garda Station and is the 3^rd member of  his family to become a member of the Force following in the footsteps of his brother Peter and of course his father Garda John Maguire.

Margaret English is pictured with her niece Valerie McCarren whom she beat in the Final of the Farnham Cup at County Cavan Golf Club where there were 64 entries for the competition.  

July 5^th 1958 Dan McDonald Fianna Fail is elected Chairman of Cavan County Council after serving a year as Vice Chairman.

Elizabeth Mooney Wolfe Tone Street a member of the Cosgrove School of Dancing wins the Cavan Dancing Championship at the Feis in Ballyjamesduff.

Another draw in Cavan and Monaghan saga in the Ulster Senior Championship at Breffni Park with the two teams locked at 1-5 each after 60 minutes. The pitch was invaded and a hordes of Cavan supporters threatened to beat up the referee after he controversially dismissed Paddy Tavey for an innocuous challenge. Referee Liam Friel was eventually  escorted by both Cavan and Monaghan supporters to the  sanctuary of his dressing room where he refused to re enter the pitch and play the stipulated extra time. In another twist to the saga the crowd were left in total confusion and the game ended in disarray owing to the lack of a Public Address System. For economic reasons it was cancelled before the throw in even though the operators of the System Michael Smyth and Tommy O Donnell were in attendance as previously arranged . In another twist despite the continuing bombing and trouble in the North and the difficulty experienced by Southern motorists, the Ulster Council decided to fix the 3^rd Replay for Roger Casement Park Belfast. The GAA were also faced with a new challenge when thousands wisely stayed at home to watch the epic World Cup Final where Brazil beat Sweden 5-2 in a wonderful display of Samba football.

Kathleen Sullivan wins the Captain’s Maureen McDonald’s Prize at County Cavan Golf Club. The two ladies are best friends and next door neighbours and are outstanding Whist players. Valerie McCarren was 2^nd and Muriel Doherty was 3^rd.

Death of James Smith Ashe Street at Saint Phelim’s Hospital after a long illness borne with courage and fortitude. He was one of Cavan’s leading tailors and worked up to a short time ago. Survived by his wife Alice sons Tommy and Jackie and daughter Betty. Father P J Gargan officiated at  the funeral from the Cathedral of Saints Patrick and Felim to Killygarry cemetery.

Death of Catherine ‘Katey’ Donohoe 30 College Street at Saint Phelim’s Hospital. Member of an old respected Cavan family Katey was know for her charity and great good humour. Funeral from the Cathedral to Killygarry cemetery.

Francis Dwane youngest son of former Postmaster David T Dwane who retired as Postmaster in 1948 and is now living in Limerick qualifies as a Medical Doctor at UCD.

First new spuds of the Season are dug by Cavan UDC representative Joe McGovern in his extensive gardens at 77 Church Street. Joe planted the tubers in April.

New record blood donations at Cavan Blood Transfusion in the Protestant Hall when 373 pints of blood are donated. Last year only 282 pints were donated and the previous record was 372.

July 12^th 1958 Scintillating display by Cavan as they beat lack lustre Monaghan 0-14-1-6 at

Casement Park Belfast. Cavan blew Monaghan off the pitch and were leading by 10 points with only 12 minutes left but Monaghan awoke from their deep slumber to score a goal and 2 points before Cavan had the last 2 points of the game to qualify to meet Derry in the Ulster Senior Semi Final at Saint Tiernach’s Park Clones next Sunday. Cavan led by 0-8 to 0-1 at half time. Scorers for Cavan Brian Gallagher 0-6 Charlie Gallagher 0-4 Kieran McIntyre 0-2 and Victor Sherlock 0-1.Referee M McCardle Louth.

Farewell to one of Cavan’s most distinguished citizens William Browne MA who has been appointed Professor at The Holy Ghost College Blacrock Dublin. Professor at Saint Patrick’s College he is a much loved character and gave distinguished service to Cavan Red Cross where he was Area Organiser. Outstanding member of Cavan Bridge Club where his agile brain was always to  the fore in making the best of whatever he was dealt. Founder member of Cavan CYMS in 1936 for many years he acted as Secretary and was always to the fore in giving a hand at stewarding at the big Church occasions around the Cathedral. He was a founder member and  frequent  Recitalist at Cavan Gramophone Society. He was appointed Professor in Saint Patrick’s College in 1929. He has two sons Patrick and Brendan and is a native of Belfast where his parents ran a Docklands Pub but were burnt out during the vicious pogrom against the Catholic population in 1920 .Dr PJ Watters made the presentation on behalf of the Red Cross While Jim Leonard presented on  behalf of the Bridge Club and Nellie McIntyre on behalf of Cavan Drama Festival.

Over 300 pilgrims on annual Legion of Mary Pilgrimage to Knock with over 30 invalids on board the CIE train. They alighted at Ballyhaunis to be transported by bus to Knock and arrived in good time for the 4.30 pm Mass.

Thomas George Corrigan South Circular Road Dublin is  ordained by Bishop CJ Tyndall assisted by Archdeacon HW Shire MA in Cavan Parish Church. The Special Preacher was WCJ Proctor Harold’s Cross. Rev Corrigan is assigned to Drung Parish.

Father Patrick Ruddy is spending his annual  holiday with his father and mother Mr and Mrs Phil Ruddy Bridge Street.

Death of Eileen Walsh 8 Silichester Park Glenageary Dublin  in Belfast City Hospital. She was wife of Thomas K Walsh formerly Church Street Chief Reporter with the Anglo Celt. She was a most popular resident  and lived in Cavan for over 40 years. Survived by her son Stephen B Walsh Editorial Staff Irish Independent daughters Mrs A S Pagett and Mrs William Smith Glenageary. Funeral took place from Saint Bridget’s Church Belfast to Cullies cemetery.

July 19^th 1958 Tommy Aylmer is appointed the new Superintendent in Ballyhaise Agricultural College replacing Dan O Brien who held the post for the last 6 years. Tommy is aged 35 and a native of Tullamore. Educated at the CBS Tullamore Abbott College Glasnevin and UCD where he took his BSc in 1948. He was later appointed Agricultural Officer in Cavan and is a former playing member of Cavan Slashers and a prominent member of County Cavan Golf Club.

July 19^th 1958 Philip McDonald and Sons Main Street Cavan celebrate the 75^th Anniversary of their establishment by 25 year old Philip McDonald in 1883 who adopted the slogan ‘small profits large turnover’. He was a young man with considerable ability and drive and quickly built up a very strong loyal customer base where the name Philip McDonald was synonymous with quality and value. He later transferred to a larger premises buying the leasehold from John Dayell 21 Main Street. Such was his fame and respect that he was appointed a Justice of the Peace in 1902 but resigned that honour in 1922 as a protest against the outrageous behaviour of the Black and Tans. He was later appointed a Justice of the Peace by the new Free State Government. The Business continued to thrive with the addition of Wholesale facilities and he was succeeded after his death in 1933 by his son Philip who continued the family tradition of purchasing large amounts at bargain prices selling them on at a reasonable profit. So successful was Philip 2 that out of his large profits he purchase one of Cavan’s most prestigious residences Tower Hamlet formerly the residence of Doctor Clarke. Philip died at Christmas 1949 and the business continued in the capable hands of his wife and family.

Cavan are well beaten in the Ulster Semi Final by a fitter more skilful Derry team 4-7 to 3-6 at Saint Tiernach’s Park in Clones. Cavan got off to a flying start and led a very hesitant Derry team by 1-2 to Nil when Derry got a few strokes of luck and with Jim McKeever and Sean O Connell supreme began to outplay Cavan in almost all sectors of the pitch and were ahead at the interval by 2-4 to 1-3 for Cavan. The Derry team took off where they left off in the second half and only two late goals and a fine rally by Cavan in the closing stages closed the  deficit to 4 points.

P McConighey wins the Captain’s Tom Hickey’s Prize at Count Cavan Golf Club with Fintan Cooney 2^nd and Jack Binchey winning the Gross.

Junior Championship thriller in Breffni Park as Drumalee and Butlersbridge end all square after 60 minutes but Man of the Match Ken Browne struck with a goal and  a point and Con Smith with a point in the second period of extra time to send the  fancied Bridge through to the closing stages of the championship. Terry Smith Aidan Foynes Kevin Smith Con Smith and Tom Sheridan were the outstanding stars for the winners.

Cavan receives 187 marks out of a possible 300 achieving a surprising ‘Very Good’ in the Bord Failte Tidy Towns competition which they entered for the very first time.

Peter Paul ‘Pete’ Smith along with his sister Winifred Smith are spending a holiday with their brother Hugh L, Eileen and Josie in the Courthouse where they were all born and reared . Pete work with Blue Cross Insurance in New York and was a former star handballer and footballer with Cavan Slashers.

Valerie McCarren and E Kirwin win the President’s Prize Surgeon B T Cullen’s at County Cavan Golf Club.

August 2^nd 1958 Michael and Betty Breslin Coleman Road seriously injured in a serious head on collision on the main Drogheda Dublin Road after attending the wedding of Michael’s nephew. Michael is described as comfortable but Betty is critical when enquiries were made at Our Lady of Lourdes Hospital Drogheda.

Mr Somerville the owner and builder of Athbara House was the first owner of 1D 1 the first registered motor car in Cavan. Other notable inclusions are James S Mullery with 1D 4 and Mrs LCP Smith 1D 6 .

Pavilion Lawn Tennis Championships Brendan Browne Booterstown beats Eamonn Marron Cavan 6-3 6-2 in the Youth’s Open Final where there was an entry of 16. Later Brendan beat M Flanagan Virginia 2-6 6-4 6-4 to win the Under 18 Championship. Gertie McDonald wins the Girls Under 21 Championship  beating  Miss B Moore Virginia 7-5 6-1 in a competition where there were 12 entries while B Moore exacted revenge by beating Miriam Hunt 6-4 7-5 in the Girls Under 18 Final and there were 8 entries. Timothy Beggs and Miss Maguire Virginia beat the favourites Brendan Browne and Miriam Hunt 6-2 6-1 in the Senior Mixed Doubles Final, in a competition in which there were 20 entries.

Crafty Down powered by the McRory Cup winning team of Abbey CBS  Newry blitz Cavan  3-8 to 3-1 in the Ulster Minor Football Final in Clones. Down were much sharper at midfield and their forwards were adept at taking their chances from all angles when presented. Cavan were ‘second fiddle’  all through to a slick fast Down team who gave a superb performance of skill and ball control to easily account for a most disappointing Cavan team. Down were powered by the brilliance of Sean and Kevin  O Neill stars of the McRory Cup winning team of Abbey CBS but the rest of the Down Minor team were not to make the breakthrough at Senior ranks. Cavan have not won the Ulster Minor Championship since winning the All Ireland Minor title in 1938. Over 550 people travelled on the last steam special from Cavan on GNR with the train returning to Portadown immediately after the game. Cavan Minors P McManus Blacklion Fintan McKiernan Templeport S Soraghan Corlesmore E McGennis Cootehill Tony Morris Lough Gown Seamus McMahon Kill Captain B Moore Kingscourt Tommy Smith Mullahoran Bernie O Reilly Drumlane Brian Sherlock Cootehill B Garry Castlerahan Padraic Boyle Crosserlough Tom Sheridan Butlersbridge P McGovern Swanlinbar Kevin Blessing Cootehill. In a desperately disappointing Senior Final Derry were much superior to a very disappointing Down term1-11 to 2-4. The Oak Leaf County were winning their 1^st ever Ulster Final while Down had never played in an Ulster Final before and were overcome by stage fright.

Lieutenant Brian Corr Farnham Street son of Mr and Mrs Barney Corr Dentist Cavan receives his ‘Wings’ from Colonel P Quinn Officer in Charge of the Irish Air Corps at Baldonnel. Later he was presented with the Fainne by Leon O Dubhaill Conradh Na Gaeilge.

Rose Marie Donoghue daughter of Charles J and Mrs O Donoghue is awarded a 3 year Scholarship by Cavan County Council. Marie is  presently a pupil at Saint Joseph’s Secondary School Newtownforbes to where she also received a Scholarship.

For the Ulster Final GNR run their last steam train to Clones with 389 boarding at Cavan 65 in Ballyhaise and 43 in Redhills . After the game the train returned to Portadown and all trains from Cavan in future will be run by CIE using diesel.

Death of Mary Keyes an old respected resident and native of Tullac Mongan. She was known for her Christian virtues and charity. Father Joe Dolan Adm officiated at the largely attended funeral from the Cathedral to Cullies.

Maisie Magee is the winner of the Ladies’ Captains Prize at County Cavan Golf Club. The President Dorie Smith is pictured presenting her prize with Airmid O Hanlon 2^nd and Muriel Doherty Best Gross.

August 9^th 1958 Greatest mile race ever run with 4 men beating John Landy’s record of 3.338.5 including the winner Herb Elliott

Australia who ‘scorched’ around the new track at Morton Stadium in an incredible 3.54.5 to shave a full 4 seconds off the record before an ecstatic crowd of 25,000 crammed into the small Morton Stadium in Santry Dublin. 2nd was Merv Lincoln also from Australia in 3.55.9 3^rd Olympic Champion Ronnie Delaney 3.57.5 with Murray Halberg New Zealand credited with the same time in 4^th position while Albert Thomas the World 3 Mile Record Holder in 5^th place recording 3.58.6. The unbeaten Herb Elliott described the conditions as’ perfect’ and thanked the crowd for the encouragement and enthusiasm which left him feeling no nerves or tension before ‘the perfect mile race’.

Crosserlough qualify for their 1^st Senior Championship since 1919 beating the holders Bailieborough Shamrock 3-4 to 0-4 at Breffni Park. They will now play the winner of the Cavan Gaels Cootehill Semi Final. Man of the Match was Peter Donohoe who is determined to win a County Championship with his  native Crosserlough. John Sheridan Killinkere was referee.

Christy Donegan an 18 year old youth from Emmett Place is knocked down on the Cathedral Road by a car driven by Jim Rafter. Both the car and the bicycle which Christy was riding were severely damaged but Christy was released from Cavan Surgical Hospital with non serious leg injuries.

Teresa Gaffney Acres daughter of Mr and Mrs Thomas Gaffney Acres is conferred with her SRN at Saint Catherine’s Hospital Birkenhead.

Patrick Lee eldest son of Phil and Ellen Lee Ashe Street secures a Scholarship to Saint Patrick’s College taking 2^nd place in the Scholarship Examination. Patsy is  a pupil of the De La Salle School Cavan.

Accident and Emergency Unit at Cavan Surgical Hospital did not treat one patient or casualty over the entire period of the August Bank Holiday.

August 16^th 1958 Bishop Quinn calls for prayers to be recited for good weather at all Masses in the Diocese until the end of October as the country experience the worst Summer on record with fears expressed for the saving of the Harvest.

Crosserlough captained by Noel Reilly win their 1^st ever Senior League title beating Bailieborough 2-6 to 1-2 in the Final at Breffni Park. Their last Senior League title was Division 2 Senior League 1927.

Cavan Gaels and Cootehill draw 2-8 to Cootehill’s 1-11 in a thrilling encounter before a large vociferous crowd in the Senior Championship Semi Final at Virginia. The Gaels led by 1-6 to 0-3 at the interval but the genius and brilliance of the Gallagher brothers and Gerry Keyes soon had Cootehill all square in the second half. The referee was Phil ‘Gunner Brady who handled the  game expertly in his fist season as a knight of the whistle !

Death of Mary Coyle wife of Ned Postman Mons Terrace in Surrey Hospital after a very severe and painful illness.  Most obliging and Christian lady her acts of kindness were legendary and she was known and respected throughout the whole area.

All 99 people aboard a Dutch  KLM Constellation flight are feared dead after the plane plunged into  the Atlantic 90 miles out of Shannon en route to New York.

Boy Scouts after spending 20 years on the West Coast return to Skerries in the East for their annual camping  holiday under Scoutmaster John Donohoe and Acting Chaplain Father Torlac O Reilly. At a ceremony in the Scout Den on Sunday night Des Lambert Anthony Jackson Fergal Moore and Terry Smith were sworn in as  Patrol Leaders.

Eamonn Mansfield BSc son of Mr and Mrs J P Mansfield County Engineer is on his way to Kenya . Eamonn is a student at Kimmage Manor Dublin.

August 23^rd 1958 Florrie Mahon Kilmore receives her SRN at a London Hospital.

Radio Brazzaville will relay both the All Ireland Senior Football and Hurling Finals to emigrants and Irish missionaries throughout the world on the Short Wave Band. Micheal O Hehir of Radio Eireann is the  commentator and will broadcast greetings to Irish people everywhere on the greatest sporting days in the Irish sporting calendar.

Death of the very popular William ‘Billie’ Allen Emmett Place at a very early age at Saint Phelim’s Hospital Cavan after a brief illness. Very popular hard working labourer his services were always in demand and he worked with all the major Cavan Contractors including Paddy Elliott Tommy McDonald Onslow Bredin and Tom McManus. He was popular with all classes and creeds Survived by his wife Nellie and 6 girls.  A short time later a son Jimmy was born. Funeral from the Cathedral which was packed to capacity for the Requiem Mass with burial in Cullies cemetery.

August 30^th 1958 Cavan Show Society who have held an unbroken series of Shows from 1900 unanimously agree to cancel this year’s event because of the dreadful persistent weather conditions that now threaten the saving of the Harvest.

Cavan Gaels beat star studded Cootehill in a dogged contest in Virginia 1-5 to 0-6 with the Gaels leading at the interval 0-4 to 0-1 where incessant rain and the greasy ball dictated tactics with the Gaels backs ensuring the town team’s entry to the Final next Sunday when they will play Crosserlough in the Final at Breffni Park. The result in Virginia was in doubt up to the final whistle with the excitement making up for the lack of quality football. The Gaels now try to emulate the feat of Cavan Slashers who beat Crosserlough in a replay in 1917 and links to the game on Sunday include Paddy Reilly father of the Crosserlough captain Noel O Reilly and Jack McConnell father of Tony who captained the Slashers to victory in 1917.

Death of Michael Donohoe College Street who was a butcher by trade at Saint Phelim’s Hospital. Survived by relatives and many friends. Father PJ Gargan CC officiated at the funeral from the Cathedral to Killygarry cemetery.

Tony Smith  Pullamore knocked down by a car travelling in the same direction towards Cavan after attending Mass in Saint Brigid’s Church Killygarry. Tony was detained in Hospital with serious injuries.

Seamus De Faoite founder of Cumainn Rinnce an Cabhain is made a presentation of a camera by the Cavan Dancing Class and Comaltas Ceolteoiri Eireann at a Social in the Town Hall by Dr Brian Galligan with over 200 present to bid farewell to the popular Seamus an employee of the Anglo Celt who is taking up a similar position in Cork.

Norma Little eldest daughter of Walter and Mary Little Lisdarn wins a five year Scholarship tenable at the Royal School Cavan.

Death of Catherine McGrath NT Manorhamilton widow of the late James McGrath MA and mother of Rev Father ABC McGrath and Sister Loreto Saint Louis Nuns Ballymena. She was the mother of 9 children-2 of whom are in religion. Bishop Austin Quinn and the Vicar General of the Diocese Monsignor Dolan PP VG Manorhamilton  were among the many priests who celebrated the funeral Mass along with the chief celebrant Rev Anthony Smith CC in Saint Clare’s Church Manorhamilton with burial afterwards in Saint Mary’s . cemetery Glenfarne.

September 6^th Cavan Gaels luck completely runs out as they crumble to a crafty Crosserlough team in the Senior Football Final before a large crowd on a beautiful day in Breffni Park. The Gaels after the Lord Abbott of Kilnacrott Father Colwell threw in the ball got off to a dream start with Jimmy Sheridan their flying centre forward scoring goals in their first two attacks in the 6^th and 7^th minute. The Gaels tacked on points by Larry Gillen from a 50 Frank Cummins and Cathal Young to lead by 2-3 to Nil after10 minutes. Sheridan was back on 15 minutes to complete his hat trick and the Gaels were coasting to their first senior Championship. Then Crosserlough moved Noel Hanley from right corner forward to centre field to curb the rampant Larry Gillen and Paddy Maguire and the whole trend of the game changed with the lightening fast Jimmy Smith matching Jimmy Sheridan and floating past the cumbersome Colm Smith at his ease. In the second half the Gaels only scored 1 point but a combination of events thwarted their efforts with Jimmy Sheridan dangerous every time he got the ball and in the latter stages he sped past Noel O Reilly to score the Gaels winning goal only for a spectator with allegiances to Crosserlough to clear the ball of the line. The inexperienced Phil Brady referee instead of awarding the Gaels the goal proceeded to hop the ball on the 14 yard line. With time almost up Peter Donohoe placed Jimmy Smith who outpaced the pedestrian Colm Smith and placed his shot well beyond the reach of the advancing Gael’s goalkeeper John O Rourke to win the Final for Crosserlough 3-7 to 3-4. The Gaels really have only themselves to blame and the side line mentors were far too inexperienced and indecisive not using any subs or making the proper switches . The forward line apart from the peerless Jimmy Sheridan and the accuracy of Cathal Young from frees was totally ineffective. While the centre field of Larry Gillen and Paddy Maguire faded substantially after the introduction of the youthful Noel Hanley who had the proverbial ‘stormer’ The backs were pedestrian and their inability to cope with the flying Jimmy ‘The Miller ‘ Smith was crucial to their loss. The intrusion of the spectator robbed the Gaels of a victory they scarcely deserved and Crosserlough after giving the town team a 9 point start just about deserved to win a thrilling sporting and highly entertaining Senior County Final.  Crosserlough Mick McInerney  Noel Lynch Noel O Reilly Captain Phil Maguire Dennis King Brian O Reilly Gerry Duffy Sean Byers Sean Lynch Hubert Gaffney Jim Smith HD Boyle Peter Donohoe and Noel Hanley. Cavan Gaels John ‘Foley’ O Rourke Colm Smith Harry Dowd John Mollaghan Paddy Lyons Jim Meehan Sean Keogan Paddy Maguire Larry Gillen Cathal Young Paddy Tavey John Lennon Johnny Burns  Jimmy Cannon Jimmy Sheridan Captain and Hughie Doonan.

Death of Mary J Power Coleman Road at her residence. She was widow of the late Jack Power the leading plumber and bathroom outfitter in Cavan who had his showroom in the window at the front of his residence. She was an extremely popular resident and practiced Christian charity and was an active member of many of the Sodalities in both the Old and  New Cathedral. Survived by her daughter Rosemary Assistant Secretary Cavan Drama Festival and her daughter Bella proprietor and leader of the famous Power School of Dancing . Mary J Power is also survived by her brothers and sister. Father P J McManus CC officiated at the large funeral in the Cathedral of Saints Patrick and Phelim to Cullies cemetery.    

Brendan Browne now living in Booterstown reaches the Quarter Final of the Irish Junior Lawn Tennis Tournament at Fitzwilliam Tennis Club. He was beaten by the defending champion and ultimate winner Atkins 6-3 3-6 6-1.

Susan  Mulvaney who emigrated to the USA 40 years ago is staying for a holiday with her relations JJ Donohoe Engineer and family Rossa Place. She has lately visited Rome and Lourdes booking with local Travel Agent John McGinnity.

September 13^th 1958 Inspector EJ O Sullivan is promoted to the rank of Superintendent Garda Siochana. Edward came to Cavan in 1955 on promotion from Dundalk as Inspector and is a native of Tullow County Carlow. Sergeant James Moriarity is transferred to Monaghan becoming Detective Sergeant in Cavan while Detective Garda Ted McCarthy is transferred to Killane County Wexford and Garda Patrick Dwyer is transferred to Belturbet while Garda Leo McGowan a native of Sligo comes to Cavan fresh from training in the Depot Phoenix Park.

Dan McCaffrey the famous Cavan All Ireland footballer and native of Stradone is leaving the Garda to take up an appointment with the United Nations Field Services in Jerusalem. The 26 year old former Garda was an outstanding member of Cavan Garda teams and is son of the late Sergeant Dan McCaffrey for many years in charge of Stradone Garda Station.

As the anniversary of the Consecration of the Cathedral fell on Sunday the 14^th September for the first time since 1947, candles were lit in the Cathedral covering all the inside of the altar rails in celebration of this historic event.

WA Ryan on 3 month holiday with Mrs M Cullen Cathedral Road from Nova Scotia. Was last here in 1954 and intends returning with friends to sample the Irish hospitality.

Bridge Club N/S Pat O Neill and Liam Bogue E/W Kathleen Sullivan and Dermot Morgan.

Tommy Aylmer off 13  wins the Book Prize presented by the Professional Phil Lawlor while Hubert Duffy was 2^nd playing off an impressive handicap of 6. Meanwhile George McClarey playing off 22 wins the O Hanlon Cup while JD Ormsby was 2^nd playing off 20.

Death of the legendary Sergeant Michael O Reilly trainer of the winning Cavan teams of 1933 and 1935. Sergeant in the Irish Army, he is father of the trainer of the Dublin team Peter O Reilly the former Dublin and Leinster star. Michael O Reilly is survived by his wife sons and daughters.

Death of Margaret Jane Fegan Drumheckna wife of the late William Fegan . Service in Cavan Parish Church with burial in Denn.

September 25^th 1958 Derry Ulster Champions for the 1^st time  now meet Dublin in the All Ireland Final following their impressive victory over Kerry in the Semi Final. Dublin are seeking their 16^th title and their 1^st since 1942. There is  a big question mark over the Derry defence as the Dublin forwards can be deadly with their fast attractive team work and inter changing style. Derry should have the upper hand at mid field where Jim McKeever and Phil Stuart have been very impressive in their wins against Cavan Down and Kerry. With the continuing development and reconstruction of the new Hogan Stand the attendance is restricted to 70,000 !

Sister Mary Martina eldest daughter of Mrs Frances and the late Bernard Flood receives the Habit making her final vows at a ceremony in the Poor Clare Convent Newry.

Death of Margaret Reilly Drumelis. She was wife of Paddy Reilly Porter in Cavan Surgical Hospital and was ill for some time. She was a very devout religious woman known for her piety and charity over a wide area. Survived by her husband Paddy sons daughters relatives and many friends.

The funeral in the Cathedral was one of the largest seen for many years and was testament to the popularity of the deceased and her family. Burial took place in Cullies cemetery.

Death of Mrs Mackey formerly 4 Coleman Road in Luton England at the home of her daughter in law. Survived by her family and many friends. Funeral took place in Luton Bedfordshire England.

October 4^th 1958 GNR are no more from last Tuesday when the last train pulled out of Cavan for Dundalk at 4.15 pm. No farewells from the  townspeople who seem to have no idea of the consequence with only a few fog horns let off in final salute. The last GNR bus pulled out of Cavan Bus Station for Belturbet at 9.40 pm. From midnight the Services in the Republic will be taken over by CIE and in Northern Ireland by the Ulster Transport Authority.  

Dublin beat Derry 2-12 to 1-9 to deservedly take their 16^th tile as the Dublin forwards Paddy Farnon Johnny Joyce John Timmons Kevin Heffernan Ollie Freeney and Man of the Match Padraig ‘Jock’ Haughey are too clever and experienced for a hesitant and nervous Derry team who never showed anything like the form that brought them to the Final with only centre field Jim McKeever and Phil Stuart outclassing their opposite numbers giving Derry a firm foothold in midfield from which Derry forwards never capitalised on. Dublin led by 0-8 to  0-4 at the interval. Scorers for Dublin   Ollie Freaney 0-7 Paddy Farnon 1-1 Johnny Joyce 1-0 Kevin Heffernan 0-3 and John Timmons 0-1. Simon Deignan of Cavan was an excellent referee. History was made in Croke Park on Sunday when Lar Foley the Dublin full back collected his first All Ireland Senior medal while his brother Des gave a trogan display in the curtain raiser as Dublin beat Mayo in the All Ireland Minor Final.

De La Salle League Finals in Breffni Park Junior Saint Phelim’s 1-4 Saint Patrick’s 1-1. Outstanding for the winners Thomas Greene Owen Roe O Neill Captain Tony Higgins and Oliver Malone who notched 0-3 from frees. Saint Brigid’s 4-7 Saint Michael’s 1-10 in the Intermediate Final Scorers and outstanding for the winners were Jim Mooney Man of the Match with 2-2 Dessie Gilchreest 0-1 Joe McCusker 1-0 Johnny Lynch 1-0 and Oliver Shanaghy Joseph Greene 0-2 each. Senior Final Na Fianna 1-5 Craobh Rua 1-4 stars for the winners included PJ Carroll and Brian ‘Birdie’ O Hanlon Eamonn Flynn Keogh and Philip Fitzsimmons at mid field while Tommy Smith was supreme in the forward line. Man of the Match was Gerard Carroll Craobh Rua who gave a faultless display of catching and running covering in defence helping out in midfield and scoring 1-2 of his team’s total. Scorers for Na Fianna PJ Carroll 1-0 Eamonn Flynn 0-2 PJ Keogh 0-2 and S Smith 0-1. Craobh Rua Tom McNamara 1-0 Gerry Carroll 0-2 Seamus Fitzsimmons 0-1 and Des Lambert 0-1. The referees were Brothers Finbar Francis and Cyril.

John McGinnity brings his second party to Lourdes for the centenary celebrations. The leader of the Pilgrimage was the Prior of Kilnacrott Father CP O Reilly. They left on Tuesday and will return on Saturday.

Harvest Thanksgiving at Cavan Methodist Church is led by Rev JV Farley Rev Dell and the preacher was Rev JV Craig. Scripture  readings by Rev TP Blackstock and the Choir was under Rev G Blackstock with Myrtle Henderson on the organ. Supper was later served in the Manse to all of the congregation.

Cavan Urban Council make a grant of £100 to refurbish the Franciscan Abbey in Abbey Street.

Death of Mrs Mary Dowd Cullies at the residence of her daughter Kathleen Meehan Military Row. She was extremely well known and highly popular with all classes  and creeds. Survived by her husband James Dowd sons daughters relatives and friends. Father AB McGrath officiated at the funeral from the Cathedral of Saints Patrick and Phelim to Saint Brigid’s cemetery Killygarry.

Bridge Club President Doctor Bertie Cullen Captain Surgeon Paddy Maloney Secretary Kathleen Sullivan Treasurer WRC Reardon. Committee Rev Sean O Reilly Saint Patrick’s College Tom C Hickey Jim Leonard AG Hunt and Dermot Morgan.

Gramophone Society Chairman Doctor P Watters Vice Chairman Father AB McGrath Secretary Mary McCarthy Treasurer Maura Baxter. Committee Mrs McDwyer NT Nellie McIntyre Kathleen Brady Tom McConville and Phillip Cullivan.

Margaret Lyons returns to  New York having spent 3 months holiday with her parents Mr and Mrs Michael Lyons Shantemon.

October 11^th 1958 Death of Pope Pius XII Pontiff to over 500 million Catholics throughout the world at the age of 82 at his  private residence in the Vatican. He is hailed by cardinals and bishops as “the most esteemed and  venerated man in the world and the greatest Pope of this century”. Born Eugenio Maria Giuseppe Giovanni Pacelli on March 2^nd 1876 of noble Patrician Roman aristocratic family both of his parents were lawyers specialising in Canon Law and working with the higher echelons of the Vatican Civil Service. Educated both publicly and privately he showed great talent and dedication from an early age and was received by Pope Gregory XVI. Ordained a priest at the age of 21. He was called to the Vatican by Leo 111 in 1901 and served in the ~Vatican Diplomatic Corps becoming a Bishop and later an Archbishop in 1917 when he was only 41 years of age. Elected cardinal in 1929 being the youngest member of the College of Cardinals at 53. On the 2^nd March 1939 he was elected Pope on his 63^rd birthday taking the name Pope Pius XII. Among his greatest achievements was his work among the European Community facing down vigorously the twin evil of Nazism and Communism which led to widespread persecution of Christians throughout the World. He was a great champion for the Jews and deplored the treatment handed out to them by Hitler and his evil allies during the Holocaust. Proclaimed 1950 a Holy Year when millions of Christians from all over the world descended on Rome on pilgrimage for Holy Year. In 1954 he proclaimed the Marian Year in honour of the Queenship of Mary  bringing Christians all over to Marian Shrines throughout the world.  In 1955 he proclaimed May 1^st as the Feast of Saint Joseph the Worker. Very hard working Pope he received over 200,000 people in audience during 1957 and made 98 major addresses.

All GAA games are cancelled throughout Ireland as a mark of respect to the late Pope Pius XII. All County Council Urban Council meetings throughout the land adjourn as a mark of respect while Dail Eireann returning from their Summer holidays immediately adjourn until after the 9 day mourning period. Requiem Mass in the Cathedral Cavan on Monday with all schools business houses and offices closed to allow their staff to attend the Mass which was packed to the doors with many people attending outside and in the porches.

Death of one of Cavan’s greatest old legends Patrick McCaffrey Senior Mitchell Street at his residence at the age of 90. He was one of Cavan’s oldest and most respected residents and was a veteran of the Boer War where he had a full service and pension. He was the founder of the great McCaffrey  business dynasty travelling throughout the country with his ass and cart laden with Hardware and Fruit items. He had a huge clientele throughout the area and covered a different area each day bringing goods and services to a poor impoverished people. Man of great stature and strength he stood out in a crowd with his fine military bearing and gentle decent obliging presence. Survived by his sons daughters grandchildren great grandchildren many relatives and neighbours. There was a very large and representative presence at the funeral and removal with Father PJ Gargan CC officiated and burial in the McCaffrey burial ground in Cullies.

Death of Ellen Reilly Cullies. Survived by her husband Edward and family. She was a very friendly decent popular woman known throughout the area. Father PJ Gargan CC officiated at the funeral from the Cathedral to Cullies cemetery.

October Devotions in the Cathedral each night in honour of Saint Joseph the Worker with Rosary Prayers and Benediction.

Harvest Thanksgiving in the Church of Ireland celebrated by Canon T Clements DD assisted by FJ Patterson Laragh Canon RCH Turkington Rector Kilmore Rev R E Trenier Pastor Cootehill Archdeacon HW Shire Cavan with Mrs Daniels Drumard House on the organ .

Ballymoss ridden by Scobie Breasley and trained by Vincent O Brien at Ballydoyle county Tipperary becomes the first Irish trained horse to win Europe’s richest race the Prix De Arc De Triomphe. The Irish colt is son of a mare that cost just 18 guineas.

Death of Edward Brady Cavan House at a relatively young age. Along with all his family he was an active member of the Old IRA and took a very prominent part in the War of Independence being interred on several occasions by Crown forces. The Cavan House was known as the Headquarters of the IRA and was raided several times a day by both RIC and Military units from the nearby Barracks on Wolfe Tone Street. After the Truce Edward came out of hiding and was appointed Home Assistance Officer for the area. He lost both of his legs in later life and was dependent on Assistants to lift and aid him as he continued to live in the Cavan House in Bridge Street. He was a former playing member of Cavan Slashers and won a Senior County Championship medal in 1892 and later played along with his old friend Mick McGurk Captain and Joe Brady in the All Ireland Semi Final of 1892 when the Slashers were just pipped by Commercials in Dublin’s Clonturk Park. Members of the Old I R A under Charlie Reilly Cavan County Council  formed a  Guard of Honour with the coffin draped in the tricolour. A packed attendance were present in the Cathedral with burial sounding of the last post and volley of shots in Saint Brigid’s cemetery Killygarry.

Death of Patrick J McDwyer 3 Beechwood Park Rathmines who was Secretary of Dublin Chamber of Commerce for the last 10 years Educated at Saint Patrick’s College and UCD he was a native of Killeshandra County Cavan where his father was a Sergeant in the RIC. Survived by his wife son John a student in Saint Mary’s College Rathmines and his daughter Nuala brothers Peter County Registrar Belturbet Doctor Michael A McDwyer Lancashire Doctor Alphonsus McDwyer Rathmines Edward McDwyer NT Ballinagh and sisters Mrs MA Wright and MC McDwyer Dublin.

October 18^th 1958  Pope Pius XII is laid to rest in the Crypt of Saint Peter’s Basilica beside the tomb of Pius X. World linked for the first time by radio and television to all the pomp and ceremony of 9 days of universal mourning. Only leading members of the Roman Curia family members of the Diplomatic Corps and prominent Vatican personalities were allowed into Saint Peter’s for the funeral service with 100,000 packed into Saint Peter’s Square outside. Over 2 million people had filed past the coffin as the Pope lay in state with flags throughout the Catholic world flying at half mast.

CYMS AGM President Charlie Leddy Vice President Tommy Connolly Secretary Larry Clarke Treasurer Eddie McEneaney . Committee John Kinsella Patsy McConnell Frank Fitzpatrick Eamonn Donohoe and Joe Higgins.

Bishop of Kilmore Ardagh and Elphin Charles Tyndall is elected Bishop of Derry. He is son of District Inspector JF Tyndall Portadown and was educated at King’s Hospital and Trinity College. Served in the British Army he studied for a Commission at Trinity College. Served as Bishop of Kilmore from February 1956 and succeeded Rev FJ Mitchell Bishop of Down and Conor. Bishop Tyndall is married to a daughter of the late Rev RJ Mitchell Newtownforbes County Longford. `

Saint Patrick’s Conference of Saint Vincent De Paul celebrates the centenary of its foundation in 1858 with Bishop Quinn officiating at High Mass in the Cathedral of Saints Patrick and Phelim followed by a Group meeting in the Conference Room in the Cathedral.

Mr and Mrs Jack McCarthy and their 2 ½ year old son Dermot are staying with Dermot McCarthy Rock Cross County Manage for a protracted 2 month holiday. Jack is a Director of the National Bank of Commerce in Chicago.

Cavan Bridge Club N/S Nell Arnold and Pat O Neill  E/W Mrs Reardon and Mrs Sullivan.

Bishop Quinn is the chief celebrant of the Requiem Mass for the late Pontiff Pius XII in the Cathedral assisted by Fathers Pat Gaffney James A Carroll  Pat Brady and Master of Ceremonies Charles Travers all from Saint Patrick’s College. Father AB McGrath and the Cathedral Choir supplied the solemn music for the occasion. Children’s Mass on Thursday was attended by all the schools of the Parish and celebrated by Father P J Gargan CC while in Dublin all businesses were closed for the duration of the Requiem Mass in the Pro Cathedral with all music dancing cinema closed for the week as a mark of respect.

October 25^th 1958 Speculation continues to mount as the Cardinals are locked away in the Sistine Chapel to elect a new Pope. The winner will require 2/3 +1 and all canopies will drop apart from that of the elected Pope. After each Ballot the votes are burnt with wet straw giving off black smoke but in the event of one of the Cardinals being elected then the ballots will be burnt in dry straw giving off white smoke and signalling the election of a new Pope to the thousands patiently waiting the outcome in Saint Peter’s Square.

Virginia inspired by Man of the Match and captain Eamonn Matthews beat Ballinagh 2-3 to 1-3 in the County Junior Football Final in Breffni Park. Hugh Barney Donohoe was outstanding for Virginia and scored the winning goal in the last minute. In the Minor Final Gowna were much too  good for a disappointing Cootehill team 4-5 to 1-3. There was a 2 minutes silence as a mark of respect to the late Pope Pius XII with the National Flag at half mast.

Death of James McEvoy Alackan at the age of 89. Survived by his son James .Later in the same week James’ wife Anne died after a short illness at the age of 42. She was mother of Rev FatherJohn McEvoy CSSP and Rev Mother Mary Magdalen Holy Rosary Sisters Killeshandra. Large contingent of priests from Kimmage Manor assisted Father AB McGrath who officiated at both funerals from Saint Brigid’s Church Killygarry to the adjoining cemetery.

Presbyterian Harvest Thanksgiving with Rev AL Jenkins soloists Olive Creighton Lisbellaw assisted by Rev James McAdam BA Ballybay and Rev TP Blackstock Cavan .

Cavan Comaltas Ceolteoiri Eireann 1958 Chairman Doctor Brian Galligan Vice Chairman Bill O Hanlon Treasurer Mrs Galligan and Sean Sharkey Secretary Lena Murtagh

Eileen Clarke a   native of Alackan and former pupil in Crubany joins the Civil Service in London.

November 1^st 1958 Cardinal Angelo Giuseppe Roncalli Patriarch of Venice is elected Pope and takes the name Pope John  XX111. After 3 days of balloting the Cardinals come up with an Italian but a complete outsider from common stock on the 11^th Ballot after which white smoke poured from the chimney of the Sistine Chapel to the delight of over 300,000 packed into Saint Peter’s Square. The new Pope was introduced after the usual announcement “Gaudeamus habeamus Papam” staying 4 minutes on the balcony and imparting his Apostolic Blessing. The Coronation of the new Pope will be in a 4 hour ceremony on Tuesday the Feast of Saint Charles Boremeo whom the new Pope has completed a 7 volume biography. The Taoiseach Eamonn De Velera will represent Ireland at the ceremony in Rome.

Parochial Week in the Town Hall with items by the Nomads Boy Scouts Girls Club. Wheel of fortune £120 Whist Drive Sale of Work and Pongo for 9 days all in aid of Parochial funds.

Chamber of Commerce again in danger of folding up as only 9 members turn up to a very important meeting and fail to constitute a forum. Present were Austin McDonald Chairman George Maloney junior Secretary Tom  McKenna Treasurer B O Reilly John Coulter FR McNulty G McNeill –Ross and Doctor Brian Galligan.

Death of the inimitable Phil Wray Emmett Place. Phil was a very well known traditional fiddler and played with several Ceilidhe Bands in the area. Predeceased by his wife several years ago, he is survived by his sons and daughters. Funeral in the Cathedral was large and very representative with Father PJ McManus officiating assisted by Father J Dollalrd Longford and burial in Saint Felim’s cemetery Ballinagh.

CYMS Whist Top Score Jimmy Costello 1^st Lady Mrs Duffy and 2^nd and 3^rd tie Mrs Casey and Mrs Smith.1^st Gent Patrick Lee 2^nd Thomas Clarke.

November 5^th 1958 In a ceremony lasting from 7.30 am to 11.30 am Pope John XXIII is crowned Supreme Pontiff as Cardinal Cialli places the Tierra adorned with 3 crowns saying “Thou are father of Princes and Kings-Guide of the World and Vicar on Earth  of Jesus Christ Our Lord”. Later the new Pope is greeted by 500,000 people in Saint Peter’s Square as millions watched or listened to the ceremonies throughout the Globe.

Father Thomas Halton is conferred with his  MA 1^st Class Honours at UCD.  Father Halton is a native of Kilnaleck and a Professor in Saint Patrick’s College was ordained in 1950.

Bill Henry Ken Browne Des Jenkins and his Orchestra Maxie and Marion Doyle from Kells are among the outstanding stars at the record breaking Parochial Week in the Town Hall.

Beatrice Maloney youngest daughter of  George and Eileen Maloney Farnham Street is conferred with her BSc at UCD.

Dog and Gun Club 1958 Chairman Willie O Hanlon Vice Chairman Tommy Donohoe Secretary Jimmy McEntee Treasurer Phil Reilly Committee Father PJ Gargan CC Ned McKiernan Barney Connolly Tom Maguire Brian Smith

 and Eugene O Reilly.

Cavan UDC with Michael Young presiding and proposing a vote of sympathy with the Cardinals on the death of Pope Pius XII and heartiest congratulations on the election of Pope John XXIII seconded by the only Protestant member of the Council Robert Simpson.

November 15^th 1958 After years of wrangling and Court actions Thomas Brady Church Street is awarded damages of £5,600 and costs in his action against McCarren and Company Cavan by the Supreme Court compensation for a fall at McCarren’s where the plaintiff broke vertebra in his back and damaged  his shoulder rendering him unfit for work again.

Over 90 tables at Parochial Week Monster Whist in the Town Hall. All the events attracted capacity attendances.

Captain John J Connolly McKee Barracks and native of Threemile House County Monaghan is appointed Chief Fire Officer for Cavan replacing the very popular Aidan Madden who has gone on promotion  to Clonmel. Captain Connolly has 10 years experience with the Army Engineering Corps and was originally in charge of the Fire Service at the Curragh Training Camp. He will take up his new appointment in Cavan on January 1^st 1959.

Tom Maloney age 26 son of George V and Eileen Maloney opens his new Self Drive Car business at McCurtain Street Cork. The official opening was performed by AA Healy TD. Tom was formerly Manager of Ryan’s Car Hire Service Cork.

Cavan Bridge Club N/S A G Hunt and Tommy McCormick E/W Joan O Hanlon and Jim Leonard.

Memorial plaque to the late great Dean Askins MA former Dean of Kilmore by the Bishop Elect of Derry CJ Tyndall DD assisted by Canon Turkington Archdeacon HW Shire and Rev John Anderson MA Royal School Cavan and Chaplain to the Bishop. The Preacher was FW Grant Dean of Kilmore.

November 23^rd 1958 New Pope starts wide sweeping reforms in the Vatican  naming 23 new Cardinals to bring the Sacred College to its full strength for the 1^st time in 372 years. Among those named are Most Rev Dr Godfrey Archbishop of Westminster Dr RJ Cushing  Archbishop of Boston and Doctor JF O Hara Archbishop of Philadelphia.

Death of Thomas Drum 23 Saint Phelim’s Place. He was one of Cavan’s oldest and most respected citizens being a Blacksmith for over 50 years in Puddin Lane. Survived by his 1 son and 1 daughter. Funeral in Saint Patrick and Phelim’s Cathedral Cavan to Killygarry cemetery.

Death of Matthew eldest son of Mr and Mrs  Patrick Smith Pullamore in London.

November 29^th 1958 Edith Tilson Shopkeeper Bridge Street is awarded £72-14-6 at Cavan District Court after she tripped fell and broke her finger on Christmas Eve 1956 as she emerged from Johnny Brady’s Drapery Store. LCP Smith was for the defendants and Reid and Farris appeared for the Plaintiff.

Cavan Gaels beat Bailieborough 3-6 to 1-5 in the Senior Divisional League Final at Virginia in ideal weather conditions.

Inspector S Sheehan replaces Superintendent Edward O Sullivan in Cavan. The new Inspector is a  native of Drumcollogher county Limerick.

Sudden and untimely death of Charles Clarke 38 Saint Phelim’s Place at the age of 48. Very experienced highly  regarded member of the staff of McCarren and Company who formed a Guard of Honour at both the Removal and the Funeral. Father Joe Dolan Adm officiated at the large and representative funeral to Cullies.

December 6^th 1958 Rev EFK Moore Archdeacon of Glendalough is elected Bishop of Kilmore Elphin and Ardagh to replace Dr Tyndall who is going to Derry as Bishop after only 2 years service in Kilmore at a Joint Synod in the Protestant Hall where Rev JF Gregg Archbishop of Armagh presided. Bishop Moore was born in 1906 in Cootehill where his father was Rector. Educated at Drogheda Grammar School and Trinity College where he was an Exhibition Scholar. Took his BA in 1928 and in the process won the prestigious Toplady Prize in 1929. Took his MA in 1940 and PhD in 1944. Ordained for the Parish of Bray in 1930, he was Curate in Clontarf from 1932-1934. He was Incumbent of Castledermot 1934-1940 incumbent Greystones from 1940 .Canon of Christchurch Cathedral in 1951 and was installed as Archdeacon of Glendalough in 1957. In 1932 he married Olive Scott daughter of Rev Chancellor Scott Bray. He will be ordained Bishop of Kilmore Ardagh and Elphin on the Feast of the Epiphany 6^th January 1959.

Death of Mary McMahon relict of John McMahon 14 Emmett Place Cavan. She is survived by her sons daughters and other relatives. Funeral from the Cathedral to Cullies cemetery.

Cavan At Home Week 1959 President Father Joe Dolan Adm Chairman Gerry Lovett Vice Chairman Michael Young UDC Treasurer P Flynn Secretary Carmel McDonald.

Gramophone Society Tom McConville gave a most enjoyable Recital this week and next week Maura Baxter will give the Recital.

Opening announcement for the Classic 34 Bridge Street on Friday 12^th  December 1958 formerly the premises of Packy Leonard one of Cavan’s most legendary sons. Now being reopened by Packy’s daughter Mrs Thomas Smith (Kathleen) promises service courtesy and value stocking Christmas cards sweets candles stationery and calendars.

December 13^th 1958 Pearse Gilroy youngest son of Tommy and Ellen Gilroy Coleman Road is pictured demonstrating the art of the ‘Hoola Hoop’ after he won the competition at Saint Patrick’s College Christmas Bazaar in the Town Hall.

New Loreto Past Pupils Union at Loreto College for the 1^st time elected in the presence of Rev Mother Ignatius Superior.  President Rita Kenny Belturbet Vice President Kathleen Kenny Cavan Secretary Sheila Prunty Treasurer  Bella Power Cavan.

Death of Elizabeth Brady widow of the late Augustus ‘Gussie’ Brady Church Street.  She was deservedly popular over a wide area. Native of Corlough Bawnboy, she was niece of Canon Kelly PP VF Ballinamore and cousin of Rev M Kelly Killdallen. She was sister in law of Father Joe Brady PP Belturbet. She is survived by 2 sons 2 daughters brothers and sisters. Rev AB McGrath officiated at the large and representative funeral from the Cathedral to Killygarry. 

Death of  Angus McGowan Portstewart at Bon Maria Hospital after a long illness. Survived by his sister Mrs Elizabeth Johnston Wolfe Tone Street and Bridget Ryan Connolly Street.

Cavan Bridge Club N/S Maura Cullen and Kathleen Brady E/W M O Sullivan and  Kathleen Sullivan.

December 20^th 1958 “Happy Christmas and a Prosperous New Year from Smyth’s 60 Main Street Cavan Phone 88”.

Santa will tour the streets of  the town before arriving on the Fire Engine at the Town Hall where he will distribute Christmas presents to hundreds of children from the Parish. Collection is now being taken up to defray the expenses.

Pavilion Dance back in the Pavilion which was beautifully decorated with spot prizes for each dance.

Turkey Market,  big demand and even bigger supply with Cocks from 2/7 per lb and Hens from 3/6. Later in the day the prices plummeted to 2/- and 2/9 per lb with many of the suppliers bringing home their stock.

Matt Rudden is  a very worthy winner of the Ulster Intermediate Cross Country title hosted by Laragh AC over a very testing course with in excess of 100 athletes participating. Newry Shamrocks were very impressive with Belfast Harriers and Laragh tied for 2^nd place. Both the Intermediate and Youth’s NACAI took place on the one day. Matt Rudden led all the way to be followed home by P Kearns and J McAllister Newry Shamrocks.

December 25^th Saint Patrick’s College Cavan Past Pupils Union President John Neary Dublin Secretaries T M Gilroy and Father Tom Halton MA  Assistant Secretary Benny Hickey Treasurer Michael Neary.

Parishioners of Glendalough present the new Bishop of Kilmore with his Episcopal ring at a function in the Chapter House Christchurch Cathedral Dublin.

County Cavan Golf Club 1959 President Surgeon Bertie Cullen Captain Tommy Aylmer Treasurer AJ Ormsby Secretary Dermot Morgan Assistant Secretary Dr F P E Smith. Committee Louis Blessing Jack Binchey Dr MA Cooney Bob Henderson TC Hickey Augustine Kenny Jim Leonard Edward O Hanlon WP O Hanlon and Jim Rafter. Ladies President Dorie Smith Captain Eileen Morgan Secretary Olive Black Treasurer Molly Finnegan Competitions Secretary Maisie Magee.

Busy Christmas Week in the shops in Cavan culminates with the outstanding Steadfast Brass and Reed Band from Carrickmacross parading the Town on Christmas Eve. The Band who played both Seasonal and Christmas numbers are made up of employees of Steadfast Boots and Shoes Carrickmacross.

Death of Michael John Brady at the age of 24 who was killed in an accident in South Wales to where he emigrated 9 years ago. He is son of Mr and Mrs Michael Brady 4 Saint Aidans Terrace Cavan. Prayers for the repose of his soul are recited in the Cathedral of Saints Patrick and Phelim.

John Gear is pictured on his way to defeating Eamonn Marron in the Final of the Billiard Handicap in Cavan CYMS.

General Charles De Gaulle is elected the first President of France at the age of 68. He thus becomes the most powerful Head of the French State since Emperor Napoleon III in 1852.

 January 2^nd  1959 Cavan At Home Week 1959 features Question Time with Joe Linane RTE,  Girl’s Club Christmas Revels, Boy Scout’s Musical Society, ~All Ireland Comaltas Concert and 2 performances of ‘The Whole Town is Talking’ with the Cavan Players.

Death of Margaret Simons at an advanced age at her residence 93 Main Street. She was widow of the famous Arthur Simmons PC a member of Cavan UDC for many years. Funeral from the Church of Ireland Parish Church to the New Cemetery.

Death of Frank Brady Billis well known gardener on Christmas Day at Saint Phelim’s Hospital. Survived by his 2 sisters. Father Joe Dolan Adm officiated at the funeral from the Cathedral  to Cullies cemetery.

Death of Kate Smith O Rahilly Street a very well known and highly respected member of the Community. She was sister of Mrs Charles Smith Tydavnett Monaghan B Duignan Swellan Mrs O Neill Imperial Hotel and Susan Brady Tierlahood Stradone. Father PJ Gargan CC officiated at the funeral from the Cathedral to Killygarry cemetery.

Death of Margaret Geraghty Coleman Road at the age of 80. She was widow of the late Andrew Geraghty CIE Cavan Station a long time member of Cavan Urban Council . Her death has come as a desperate shock to all her many friends as she was only sick for a short time. She is survived by her sons daughters and other relatives. Funeral from the Cathedral was large and representative with burial in Saint Brigid’s cemetery Killygarry.

Death of Annabella Duke (Nina) Fagan Glenlara Swellan Cavan. Youngest daughter of Mr and Mrs James Fagan. Survived by her sister Alice Elizabeth (Dolly)Fagan. Funeral from her home to Kilmore Cathedral where the Venerable Archdeacon HW Shire BA assisted by Rev Canon RCH Turkington BA officiated with burial in Kilmore Church Yard.

Death of Jeremiah J McNamara Trim Road Navan at the age of 66. He was horticulturist with Meath County Council for the last 23 years and was a former horticulturist with Cavan County Council residing at Urney Terrace Church Street from 1921-1935. Well known weight thrower of Olympic Games standard. He was very well known at sports throughout the midlands Native of Mallow County Cork he was Chairman of Meath  County Board  NACAI and Vice President of the Leinster Council.

Cavan CYMS Whist Top Score Benny Cafferty Ladies 1^st Mrs P Reilly 2^nd Katie Murphy Gents 1^st Jimmy Costello 2^nd Jeremiah Casey.

Only sign of the New Year in Cavan is again when the Labour Band parade the town at midnight to bid farewell to 1958 and welcome in 1959 with stirring seasonal airs reverberating around the deserted town.

January 10^th 1959 Wettest year since 1954 with 44.93 inches of rain recorded at the Weather Station at Kevitt Castle which reported rain on 240 days. In 1954 48.30 inches fell while in 1957 it was comparatively drier with only 42.23 inches falling.

Death of James McCabe Latnadrona Crosserlough at the age of 102-he was Cavan’s oldest man. He took an active part in the Land League and represented Cavan on the Central Council being on first name terms with Charles Stuart Parnell. He was widely known for his ability to heal sick cattle and never took a fee or reward for his interventions. He was in perfect health up to his death having the use of all his faculties.

Rev Dr Edward Moore is installed as Bishop of Kilmore at a glittering ceremony in Saint Patrick’s Cathedral Armagh. Most Rev Dr Gregg who is retiring this year was chief celebrating prelate while the sermon was preached by Rev Fergus W Day Rector of Christ Church Cathedral Dublin .

Outstanding performance by Cavan ICA as they once again defeat Cavan County Council in Question Time with Joe Linane Radio Eireann at ‘Cavan At Home Week’. The individual winners were 1^st Maura Baxter ‘Saint Aidan’s and 2^nd Jimmy Dawson Keadue Lodge. Teams ICA Nellie McIntyre Joan Hickey Maura Baxter Peace Adams Mary Connolly MPSI and Mrs Jimmy Dawson. Cavan County Council Carmel McDonald Philip Cullivan Harry O Connell Dr P Coleman John Lyng and Richard T McCarthy.

Stars of the variety entertainment at the well supported Cavan At Home Week are Bill Henry George V Maloney Junior Michael Harding Jack Binchey Bill Galvin and Philip Cullivan. Boy Scout’s Musical Society stage ‘It Happened in Chiptown’ a modern adaptation of the ‘Pirates of Penzance’ scripted and directed by Father Torlac O Reilly Saint Patrick’s College Cavan. The Girls’ Club staged several sketches including ‘Christmas in Killarney’ Strolling in the Park’ ‘Gypsies in Camp’ ‘It Could Happen to You’ ‘Old Favourites ‘‘Rendezvous’ and ‘Irish Parlour’ with Eileen Morgan on the piano and Sarah Cullen producer.

January 17^th 1959 Aer Lingus carry over ½ million passengers and 9,100 ton of cargo during 1958. Passenger numbers are up 50,000 from 1957.

Paddy O Reilly Athbara and a native of Drumullagh Drumlane one of the great legends of Cavan GAA retires as County Treasurer after 56 years unbroken service. With John P O Hanlon Anglo Celt Andy McEntee 57 Upper Main Street Cavan (Breffni Bar) and Joe Smith Courthouse he reorganised the GAA in Cavan in 1903 following a meeting in the Temperance Hall. He was Cavan’s first Representative at Central Council in 1903 and first Representative to Ulster Council in 1904. He was Cavan’s first ever Delegate to Congress in Thurles in 1903. He was in turn Chairman Treasurer and Secretary Cavan County Board, being Treasurer when Cavan won their 1^st All Ireland and  Chairman when Cavan won their 2^nd All Ireland in 1935. He served as Treasurer Cavan County Board from 1926-1958 and was honoured in his Golden Jubilee Year with a special Banquet and Presentation by his fellow Gaels. Meticulous in his dealings and preparation he oversaw a revolution in the fortunes of Cavan GAA which could never have been foreseen in the early 1900s. Paddy Donohoe defeated TM Gilroy for the position of Treasurer at Cavan County Convention by 70 votes to 41.

Death of Philip A Smyth on Thursday 8^th January 1959 at his residence Upper Main Street Cavan. Founder of the widely known and highly successful drapery Store ’PA Smyth and Company’. He was also the proprietor of the ‘Erskine Hotel’ formerly ‘McCabe’s Hotel’ which adjoined the Drapery Store. Established since 1917 his family are well known in business circles in Cavan and neighbouring counties. Universally known as P A he was an outstanding business man and entrepreneur specialising in ladies’ and  gents’ clothes and outfitting. He was brother of Rev Michael Smyth Pastor Baltimore USA the late Rev JJ Smyth Harrisburg USA and Bernard F Smyth London and Mrs E Tuite Virginia. He is survived by his wife Eileen son Philip daughters Eileen McNamee Dublin Maura McEntee Monaghan. The funeral from the Cathedral of Saints Patrick and Phelim was one of the biggest seen in Cavan for many years with burial in Saint Brigid’s Cemetery Killygarry.

Pat Dowd Ardamagh Ballyhaise is appointed Town Clerk of Ennis County Clare. He was previously a Clerical Officer in Louth County Council 1952 and Town Clerk Clones in 1950.

Death of Thomas O Mahoney Saint Brigid’s Terrace who was a former serving member of the Irish Army. Survived by his sons daughters and other relatives. Father A B McGrath officiated at the large and representative funeral from the Cathedral of Saints Patrick and Phelim to Cullies cemetery.

January Cavan ICA are pictured celebrating their 6^th Birthday with Phyllis Farris blowing out the candles on the cake at a function in the Ulster Arms Hotel. Molly Finnegan Secretary M Brady Vice President RS Morris secretary and Dorie Smith National President are all on hand to give Phyllis a hand.

Cavan Players are pictured following their 2 sell out shows in the Town Hall  with ‘The Whole Town is Talking’ Front Row Miriam Healy Cecilia Joy Marie and Kathleen McGinnity H.G McKay and Emily Devaney. Back Row Eugene Monaghan Una Healy Joe Berwick Mary Smith Mel Doherty Phyllis Smith Edwin Carolan Seamus (Ba) Fay and Jimmy Mallon.

Sympathy is extended to Sergeant and Mrs Hennelly on the tragic death of their son Harry aged 17 who fell from the pier at Enniscrone and was swept out to sea. Sergeant Hennelly is a former Irish and Golden Gloves boxer and is the present trainer of the Irish Senior Boxing team.

January 24^th 1959 Rev Edward F B Moore is enthroned as Bishop of Kilmore at a ceremony in Saint Phelim’s Cathedral Kilmore.The attendance included his son Rev J E Moore BA Knock County Down. Bishop Moore was introduced to  the Diocese by Dean Grant and Archdeacon Shire and to the Parish by Dean Turkington of Kilmore. He was accompanied by his Chaplain Rev John Anderson Headmaster Royal School.

Death of one of Cavan’s oldest and best established business personalities Bridget Hickey Bridge Street She was founder and Director of both the Butcher Shop and the high class Confectionery shop at Lower Main Street. Deservedly popular she was very religious and charitable taking a full part in all the activities at the Cathedral. Survived by her six sons Patrick Inspector Department of Posts and Telegraphs RB Hickey Butcher Cavan Michael Butcher Cavan Joseph Hickey Aer Lingus Tom C Hickey Dentist  and 2 daughters Margaret and Betty. Father Joe Dolan Adm officiated at the funeral from the Cathedral to Killygarry which was one of the biggest ever seen in the area and a fitting tribute to a great lady.

Lord Farnham 12^th Baron marries Diana Marion Gunnis Secretary at Holy Trinity Church Brompton London at a ceremony in London.

Ethna Nee a pupil of Saint Clare’s School and daughter of Elizabeth and the late Laurence Nee Abbey Street is the winner of the National Post Essay Competition ‘Why we should Save’ !

February Cavan Chamber of Commerce in danger of collapse as only a very poor attendance show up for the AGM in the Farnham. Those present included Tom McKenna AM Smith Seamus Fox Liam Bogue Joe Finegan JJ Keogan G McNeill- Ross FM Hayes Pat Hourican and John Coulter. Apologies due to sickness from President Austin McDonald and F R McNulty.

Death of James McCabe 49 Sandymount Road Dublin at the age of 88. Native of Drumcrave he was a former member of the RIC and was father of Dr James McCabe Father Bob McCabe Saint Patrick’s College and Kathleen McCabe Sandymount. Funeral to Bangor County Down.

Death of Richard O Reilly Boot Shoe Maker College Street at his residence. Survived by his wife Bridget and son Thomas. Father PJ Gargan CC officiated at the well attended funeral in the Cathedral with burial later in Saint Phelim’s cemetery Ballinagh.

Sullivan’s extensive hardware store at 1 Main Street is sold to Saint Joseph’s Abbey Poor Clare Convent by Mrs John Marron at an undisclosed amount. The family will continue to operate ‘The Sweet Shop’ at 1 Church Street.

January 31^st 1959 Death of one of Cavan’s greatest Gael John ‘Spotty’ Brady Wolfe Tone Street at the age of 88. He was the last surviving member of the great Cavan Slashers team who won the County Championship in 1891 and represented Cavan in the All Ireland Final in Clonturk Park against Dublin Champions ‘Young Ireland’s’. He was a founder member of Cavan Dog and Gun Club and in his prime hunted and went fishing each weekend. Predeceased by his wife just 3 years ago. He is survived by his 3 sons John in England Patrick Jamaica and Peter in Cavan daughters Agnes Heuston Ballyjamesduff  Molly Deveraux Josie Nesbitt New York Miss Rose Brady Cavan and Alice McCann Wolfe Tone street. The coffin was carried from the Cathedral by members of Cavan Gaels GFC who also formed a Guard of  Honour walking on both sides of the hearse. Father P J Gargan officiated at the well attended representative funeral from the Cathedral with burial in Cullies cemetery.

John V Kelly a former playing member of Redhills GFC and just back from practising Law in New York sets up his own Solicitor’s practice at 39 Church Street. He is youngest son of Mrs E Kelly Redhills and brother of PJ Kelly Solicitor Manorhamilton.

Cavan Bridge Club N/S Father Frank McKiernan and Tommy McCormick E/W Cyril and Nell Arnold.

Social and presentation to John  Sheanon Ambulance Driver in Saint Felim’s Hospital. The presentation was made by the Matron Sister Mercy and the Superintendent Paddy O Reilly while music was supplied by Pee Galligan Micheal O Callaghan and Paddy McEntee. The Cavan Dance Troupe danced hornpipes reels and jigs while  Mel Doherty gave a one man show of sketches and yarns that had the entire audience in stitches of laughter. Ms Fay Bannon and O Reilly sang topical and Irish airs while Sean Wood was the outstanding MC.

February 7^th 1959 Due to the downturn in attendances at the 1958 Cavan Drama Festival the committee announce that Season tickets will now sell at £1 rather than 25 shillings. A full programme of Irish and English plays is on offer with troupes travelling from all over Ireland. PJ O Connor will again be the Adjudicator while the Patron is Father Joe Dolan Adm Chairman Tom Fitzpatrick Vice Chairman Seamus Gilheaney Secretary Nellie McIntyre Assistant Secretary Rosemary Power and Treasurer J J Keoghan.

This week’s recital at Cavan Gramophone Society will be given by Michael Harding Rock Cross while next week the recital will be given by Samuel Johnston Farnham Street.

February 14^th 1959 Jack J Halpin Ford Lodge is elected President of the Incorporated Law Society. He is the first Solicitor from Cavan and Ulster to hold the office which is the highest honour his colleagues in the Legal profession can bestow on him. Judge Sweeney at Cavan Circuit Court pays tribute to Jack Halpin who he describes as a worthy recipient of the honour. T F Roe on behalf of the Bar Association Peter McDwyer on behalf of the Solicitors practicing on the Circuit and Peter McDwyer County Registrar lso paid tribute to Mr Halpin for attaining this honour for himself Cavan Ulster and the minority from which he comes from.

Cavan Chamber of Commerce 1959 President A F McDonald Secretary George V Maloney  Treasurer Tom McKenna Committee Stephen Keaveney Solicitor Robert Mackeral Jim Leonard Alfred Myles Smith Solicitor FR McNulty Liam Bogue John Coulter Seamus Fox and G H Black. The Chamber later issued a statement that “The Chamber is a Tourist Association  a Ratepayer’s Association a Business Association which can make contact from county Cavan with any other business person in the rest of the world”

Surgeon Paddy Maloney thanks everybody who packed out the Town Hall on the occasion of the annual Nurse’s Dance in aid of the  Nurse’s Benevolent Society.

A T Lucas MA Curator of the National Museum is the guest speaker at the annual general meeting of Cumainn Seanchais Bhreifne.

Maeve McDonald gave the most enjoyable recital at Cavan Gramophone Society with Samuel Johnston next week’s recitalist.

Tommy McGovern younger brother of the legendary Pat native of Glangevlin takes over the General Grocery and Provision Store at Bridge Street Cavan from Sean Magee who has emigrated with his wife and family to Canada. Tommy  is a former employee in Magee’s (Tom Boylan’s).

February 21^st 1959 Dr Antonio Riberi is appointed the Papal Nuncio to Ireland after serving for a number of years as Papal Internuncio in Ireland.

2^nd Annual Anglo Celt Dinner Dance in the Ulster Arms. Guests of honour were the management and their wives William P and Nuala Edward and Airmid and Fred and Joan O Hanlon Directors. The Chairman Andy McEntee proposed the toast of’ Ireland ‘ Jimmy McEntee ‘The Management’ P J McCaffrey ‘Our Guests’ . Highlight of the evening was the 1^st public performance of the Anglo Celt’s Skiffle Group while Stan Mullery and Tom McCusker accompanied the artistes on the piano and drums.

Mick Downes on his way to work in McCarren’s notices the thatch of the picturesque residence of the Station Master Patrick Quinn and family ablaze alerting and evacuating the house with Mr and Mrs Quinn and their 4 young children brought to safety and calling Cavan Fire Brigade to the scene which was fully extinguished by 11 AM  with no loss of life. Known far and near as a tourist attraction the 2 storey thatched residence was the last of its kind in this part of the country and the thatch was to be renewed this week.

Death of Susan O Reilly wife of Dr John O Reilly TD Tullyvin at Our Lady of Lourdes Nursing Home Drogheda. She is survived by her sons Father Sean O Reilly Dean Saint Patrick’s College Dr Peter England Dr Seamus England Hugh O Reilly MRCVS Dundalk daughters Mrs J Hogg Headford and Anna J O Reilly Tullyvin.

Stephen Keaveney purchases the premises on  a 26 year Lease with annual rent of £45 for £600. The Auctioneer was Edward O Gorman and Alfred Myles Smith Solicitor had carriage of sale.

February 28^th 1959 Cumainn Seanchais Bhreifne 1959 Patron Bishop Austin Quinn  President Dr Philip O Connell MA PhD Chairman Father Tom Halton MA Saint Patrick’s College Cavan Vice Chairman Tom Barron NT Treasurer Brid Sheridan who replaces Leslie Kennedy Jeweller Cavan Secretary Father Frank McKiernan Saint Patrick’s College. Committee Fathers Pat Brady Augustus Leydon  Rev W E Drury MA Dr Brian Galligan M/S Seamus Gilheaney Liam Kelly Owenie McGovern NT B O Mordha BA James Gillick Bernard Stacey Michael Neary Seamus Dolan NT and B O Reilly.

Clare Flood daughter of Frances and the late Bernard Flood 12 Bridge Street marries Thomas Hourican a native of Lough Gowna in New York.

Six Bulls the property of the Honourable Lord Farnham fetch a total of £1,200 at the Cattle Sale in the RDS Dublin.

Death of Jane Anderson sister of the Rev John Anderson The Royal School in Ballyoran Portadown.

March 3^rd 1959 Death of Alice Finnegan NT Corlurgan at her residence 22 Munster Street Phibsboro Dublin 7. She was a very well known teacher and was active in the formation of many organisations for the advancement of education in both Cavan and Dublin. She was a member of one of Cavan’s oldest and most respected families being a sister of the late Bishop Patrick Finnegan Bishop of Kilmore 1917-1937 and niece of Bishop Bernard Finnegan. She is survived by one sister Mary her niece Molly NT nephew Jim relatives and many friends. Father AB McGrath officiated at the large and well represented funeral from the Cathedral to Cullies cemetery. The attendance included Monsignor D Fitzpatrick PP VG Cootehill.

Cavan CYMS stage one of Cavan’s biggest ever Whist Drives in the Town Hall with 414 players in attendance from all over the adjoining counties in searh of the big money prizes. Top Score £50 Mr McLoughlin Longford Ladies Katie Smith Colman Road and Mrs Agnew Newbliss Gent’s PJ Masterson Bruce Arva tied with Patsy Walsh Breffni Terrace 2^nd tie Hugh Donohoe Caulfield Tullyco and Edward O Reilly College Street.

Cavan Bridge Club N/s Eileen Maloney and Norman Cinnamond E/W Jim Leonard and Jim Rafter.

Congratulations to Billy Phair Drumullen pictured with specimen brown trout caught on a spinner at Lough Oughter. 

Tommy Nee beats Joe Connolly Earlsvale in the Final of the Tommy Connolly Snooker Cup at Cavan CYMS. The trophy was presented to Tommy Nee by the donor with Joe Connolly and  Charlie Leddy also in picture.

Mr and Mrs John Morgan from Dublin well known in Bridge circles win the prestigious Surgeon Cullen Perpetual Cup at Cavan Bridge Club with Mr Dent and Mr Glennon Longford 2^nd. In the Mitchell Cup N/S Rev Dr V Morris and Mrs JN Egan Monaghan with E/W PJ Deery and GA Commins Dundalk. Surgeon Maloney Captain returned thanks on behalf of the Cavan Club who  staged the event in the Farnham Hotel.

March 21^st 1959 President and Mrs O Kelly on 3 day State Visit to the USA arrive in Washington on Saint Patrick’s Day to be greeted by President Eisenhower wearing a green tie. Instead of the traditional red carpet a green carpet was rolled out as thousands lined the route to the White House all sporting Irish colours in honour of the visitors and The National Apostle Saint Patrick.

Closing of the famous Cavan/Leitrim Railway on March 31^st to be marked by the Anglo Celt with a special commemorative article recalling the personalities and events that occurred during the 76 years history of the World famous ‘Narrow Gauge’.

No  special ceremonies or events to mark Saint Patrick’s Day 1959 apart from Mass and Benediction in the Cathedral on the  evening of the Feast of the National Apostle and the appearance of the Labour Band sporting shamrock and playing well  rehearsed stirring Irish airs on a bitterly cold day.

Fashions for both the over size and smaller ladies’ styles are displayed at the packed Vera Brady Fashion Show in the Town Hall in aid of local charities. Three unnamed child mannequins from the town modelled children’s clothes.

Death of Renee E Scythes widow of the late John Scythes Upper Main Street (Paddy Power’s). Sympathy is extended to the family. Archdeacon Shire assisted by Canon RC Turkington and Rev GPS Scythes officiated at the funeral from Cavan Parish Church to Kilmore Graveyard.

March 28^th 1959 End of the line for Cavan/Leitrim Railway which is passing into history after 76 years service for economic reasons. The ‘Narrow Gauge’ was an integral part of the Irish way of life. Listed are the last Station Masters on the line P McNamara Ballinamore P O Donnell Ballyconnell M Twoomey Dromod Mrs Plunkett Halt Keeper Arigna W Grogan Drumshanbo P McKiernan Belturbet J Flynn Mohill.

Cavan Gaels and Crosserlough will contest the 1958 League Final in Breffni Park next Sunday (Easter Sunday) with Phil Brady ‘Gunner’ in charge of the whistle.

Cavan Drama Festival have a most successful 14^th Drama Festival with packed audiences on the 9 nights. Winners of the Open Section and Dr Patrick Lyons Cup were Sligo Drama Circle with ‘God’s Gentry’ with 88 marks with Dundalk Drama Club 2^nd with ‘When We Are Married’ on 84 marks. Best Actress Maura McEntee nee Smyth with the Monaghan Theatre Group for her portrayal of Louise Allington in ‘Tons of Money’. Maura is daughter of Eileen and  the late PA Smyth Drapers Main Street and married to Paddy McEntee Solicitor Monaghan. Great comeback to the Town Hall Stage by Maura Smyth who was an outstanding member of the Pavilion Pantomime cast for many years and a frequent broadcaster from Radio Eireann with her beautiful contralto voice. Patrick Dooney Sligo Drama Circle was the Best Actor in ‘When We Are Married’. Ballintemple were the winners of the Hugh Lee Cup for Groups confined to County Cavan with ‘An Angel Without a Halo’ .Athlone Little Theatre Group won the Anglo Celt trophy for one act plays with ‘In Search of Valour’. The Rural Section  was won  by Ashbourne County Dublin ‘With the New Garsoon’. Kitty McDermott Dundalk who  directed ‘When  We are Married’ was chosen as the Best Producer. Sign of the times as there is only one entry in the Irish Section De La Salle Cavan who recently won the Ballyshannon equivalent with the Brother Cyril produced and  directed ‘An Gadai’ with Peter Casey winning the Gold Medal for his part as Saggart.

Death of John Lee 6 Elm Park Avenue Ranelagh Dublin and late of Tullyco Cavan. Well known prominent figure in the Cavan area. He took and active part in the War of Independence and was interred in Ballykinlar. He is survived by his wife Annie 2 brothers and 1 sister. The Funeral from the Cathedral of Saints Patrick and Phelim Cavan was well attended with colleagues from the Old IRA carrying the tricolour draped coffin to the hearse. Father PJ Gargan officiated at the Mass and burial in Saint Brigid’s cemetery Killygarry.

Death of the legendary Michael Mick Fox at Saint Phelim’s Hospital after a long illness borne with his customary courage and good humour. He was Manger of O Gorman’s Drapery Store (opposite the Credit Union) for nearly 40 years and was always very helpful and accommodating. Founder member of Cavan CYMS in 1936  he was along with Gerry Lovett the most influential and meticulous figure in the Club’s first 25 years. Treasurer par excellence his reports were always so well prepared and presented that he frequently received a standing ovation for his excellence. Outstanding card player he was an original member of the famous ‘Solo Card School’ and was considered an expert by the likes of Joe O Rourke Tommy Connolly Frank Fitzpatrick and the Cafferty brothers Andy and Benny to name but a few. He  was a member and leader of the Holy Family Confraternity in the Cathedral. His good friend and Chaplain Father P J Gargan officiated at the very well attended funeral in the Cathedral where the members of Saint Phelim’s Branch Cavan CYMS formed a Guard of Honour marching on both sides of the hearse. Mick Fox is survived by his sister and other relatives with burial in Saint Brigid’s cemetery Killygarry.

April 4^th 1959 “Cavan/Leitrim Narrow Gauge Railway closes down with thousands giving it a last rousing farewell with horns fog signals and a tinge of sadness. The train steamed into oblivion on Tuesday night after 72 years distinguished service to an impoverished community. “The last historic trip was from Drumod to headquarters in Ballinamore”.

Holy Week Ceremonies culminate in the Cathedral with the Easter Vigil where Father Joe Dolan was the Commentator and the Lessons were read by Philip Cullivan John P Smith Joe O Rourke of the Market Square and JC Keogan Manager of the Hibernian Bank.

Cavan Gaels win their 1^st ever Senior League title beating Crosserlough in a low scoring 1-5 to 0-5 but thrilling final where the outcome was in doubt right up to the last kick of the game. The foundation for the Gaels’ victory was laid in their full back line where Harry O Dowd was magnificent  flanked by two sound and equally impressive wing backs John Mollaghan and Colm Smith. In the forward line Jimmy Sheridan the Gaels’ Captain was at his very best threatening danger every time he got on the ball despite the close attention from Crosserlough Captain Noel O Reilly. Mick McCarthy was very impressive at full forward and with his height and strength was a constant source of danger to the Crosserlough defence. The pivotal moment in the game was when Paddy Maguire fielded a high ball and cut his way through the Crosserlough defence to give Galligan in the Crosserlough goals no chance and set the Gaels on their way leading by 1-3 to 0-1 at half time. The  Gaels were awarded a harsh penalty with only 4 minutes left to play when Galligan was adjudged to have lifted the ball  in the square after a prolonged period of Gaels pressure but Jim Meehan blazed the resultant penalty over the bar to put 3 points between the teams with only 4 minutes left for play. The sending off of Edwin Carolan and Noel Lynch  for a trivial offence was totally uncalled for and marred the game for the spectators and was a black mark against the refereeing of the game by former Cavan great Phil ‘Gunner’ Brady. Gaels Team John O Rourke Colm Smith Harry Dowd John Mollaghan Sean Keoghan Jimmy Meehan Eddie Quinn Cathal Young Larry Gillen Paddy Maguire Jimmy Sheridan Captain Frank Cannon Noel Donohoe Mick McCarthy Edwin Carolan. Subs Sean Galligan for Frank Cannon Eamonn Brady for Eddie Quinn Phil Cullivan for Harry Dowd and Harry Dowd for Phil Cullivan.

Senator Paddy Baxter is reported as being critically ill after suddenly taking sick and being removed to a Dublin Hospital.

Born to Airmid and Edward O Hanlon a son (Simon) at the Stella Maris Nursing Home Dublin.

April 11^th 1959 Cavan Urban Rate cut by 6d in the £ and now stands at 39/6 in the £. Included in the rate is a figure of £100 for the painting of the Fire Escape and the outside of the Town Hall.

The Minister of Finance Mr J Ryan tells the Dail that a system called PAYE is to be established and introduced in the Republic of Ireland.

Death of Senator Paddy Baxter ‘Saint Aidan’s ‘after a short illness in Dublin. Born in Kildoagh Bawnboy in 1891.Leader of West Cavan ~Executive Sinn Fein from 1917-1921. He was also a well known member of Sinn Fein West Cavan Courts. He was interred by the British in Belfast Kilmainham and Arbour Hill. His brother was killed in action against forces of the Crown during an ambush in Leitrim in 1921. Founder and leader of the Irish Fenian Party he was elected to Dail Eireann from 1923-1927. Cathaoirleacch Seanad Eireann from 1933-1936. In 1938 he was elected on the Agricultural Panel and was elected on the same panel in every election to his death. From 1954-1957 he was again Cathaoirleacch Seanad Eireann and was elected Leas Ceann Comhairle from 1957 to his death. Member of the European Inter Parliamentary Union. He served 40 continuous years as a member of Cavan County Council acting as Chairman on a number of occasions. Founder member of Cavan Committee of Agriculture and Cavan Vocational Educational Committee. He was a founder member of the ACC and served on the Board of the company for many years. He was for over 40 years a very active member of Cavan Show Society and served on the Cavan County Committee of the GAA for over 40 years being Chairman of the Committee formed to purchase and develop Breffni Park in 1923. Since 1938 he was Chairman and Managing Director of the ‘Catholic Standard’ which is now printed each week by the Anglo Celt. All his life he was a leading figure in Fine Gael and served on the Nation Executive from its foundation. Survived by his wife Nora son Colum daughters Mrs Bernard O Reilly Manchester Mrs Peter O Reilly Virginia Ursula Baxter Dublin and Maura MPSI Cavan grandchildren David and Joyce O Reilly Ursula Baxter and Declan O Reilly. Many tributes paid to Paddy Baxter at the funeral from the Cathedral of Saint Patrick and Phelim Cavan on Sunday where Father Joseph Dolan Adm and Father Patrick J Gargan officiated with burial later in Killygarry.The Bishop of Kilmore Most Rev Dr Quinn was represented by Father Charles Travers  Saint Patrick’s College. The coffin was draped in the tricolour with members and colleagues of the Old IRA forming a Guard of Honour marching on both sides of the hearse. Leaders of Church and State present or represented in the biggest ever cortege in Cavan. Teddy McCormack Saint Mary’s Terrace a member of the Staff of Cavan’s Anglo Celt sounded the Last Post on the trumpet in Killygarry graveyard. 

Annual Acies of the Legion of Mary held in Cavan  where members from all over the Diocese renew their vows and loyalty to Mary The Queen of the Legion. Father PJ Gargan CC officiated. 

Death of Thomas Smith Mitchell Street well known character in the town where he was universally popular. Native of Killynebber. Father PJ McManus officiated at the funeral from the Cathedral to Cullies.

Sub committee formed at Cavan CYMS with a view to organising an outing for the members later in the Summer.

April 18^th 1959 As an election looms Dr Ryan Minister For Finance introduces a Giveaway Budget. Pensions shoot up by 2/6 per week Income Tax down 6d in the £. Entertainment duties reduced for cinemas and dance halls with the abolishment of all duties on greyhound racing and professional boxing. Import duties abolished for 35 listed luxury items.

Death of the legendary Patrick Paddy Duffy Ashe Street on the 13^th April at his residence. Veteran of the Boer War. He was a gifted musician and a leading member of the Old Forester’s Brass and Reed Band. Founder  member and Musical Director of the De La Salle Flagelot Band. He was a brilliant teacher and very patient and kind with his pupils. He had  a small musical instrument’s shop in the front room of the house and it was the first dedicated music shop in Cavan. Survived by his wife sons daughters brothers sisters relatives and friends. Funeral from the Cathedral to Saint Brigid’s cemetery Killygarry.

Cathal Young Cavan Gaels and former Cavan Harps sharpshooter will play on the left wing in Sunday’s Ulster Junior clash with Antrim at Casement Park. Team K O Reilly Loch Gowna Tommy Molloy Drumalee Eamonn Matthews Virginia Seamus McMahon Kill/Drumgoon Pat Flood Drumalee Con Smith Cavan Gaels Donal Crotty Ballinagh Noel Hanley Crosserlough T O Reilly Cornafean Eamonn O Grady Belturbet Jimmy Sheridan Cavan Gaels Cathal Young Cavan Gaels Eamonn O Reilly Belturbet Pat Clarke Bailieborough and P Brennan Castlerahan. 1^st Sub Paddy Maguire.

Mrs Mary Dillon Wolfe Tone Street is knocked off her bicycle as she proceeded up Farnham Street returning from work in the Elmbank Hatchery. She was knocked down by a car emerging from Ashe Street and is detained in Cavan Surgical Hospital.

Joe O Rourke son of Teresa and the late Frank O Rourke The Market Square is made a presentation of a wallet of notes by Billy Morris on behalf of  his legion of friends in Cavan on the occasion of his emigration to Canada. Joe was a leading member of the Pavilion Musical Society and showcased his talents by singing ‘Ireland I Love You’ ‘Macushla Mo Croi’ and ‘I’ll Walk with God’. Joe will be met in Canada by his brother Charlie a qualified engineer.

Phyllis Lynch Stragelliffe daughter of Garda John and Mrs Lynch qualifies as a State Registered Nurse at Sussex County Hospital Brighton England.

Presentation to Father Thomas J Fay a member of the Maynooth Mission to China based in Singalong Manila Philippines.

John McCollum aged 9 Coranure is knocked off his bicycle as he returned from school and is detained in Cavan Surgical Hospital with a broken leg.

Death of Peter Maguire at his residence Great Water Street Longford. Survived by his wife brothers and sisters . He was a member of the well known Maguire family from Tullyco Cavan. Funeral from Saint Mel’s Cathedral Longford to Ballymacormac cemetery.  

Mary Teresa Grey Mons Terrace Cavan qualifies with Honours as a State Registered Nurse at Crumpsall Hospital Manchester. Teresa is daughter of the very well known Postman and World War 1 veteran Bobby and Mrs Molly Grey Mons Terrace .

Pictured is 2 year old Eddie Quinn dwarfed by a monster pike caught by his father Eddie in the Green Lake recently while Hugh P Doyle aged 10 is pictured holding a 5 ¾ lb brown trout caught on a spinner at Killykeen.

April 25^th 1959 Cavan Labour Exchange is being built at a cost of £13,000 at Dublin Road adjacent to Owen Roe Terrace. J McCabe Dublin are the Contractors while the Architect is P Maskill of the Board of Works.

Ian McAllen High Commissioner in China to be the new Irish Ambassador. He was bon in 1903 and educated at Hyner College Hull and Worcester College Oxford. Entered the Colonial Office at the age of 24.

Eileen Maloney and Kathleen Lunn on a two week Civil Defence course in Dublin. When qualified they will be able to act as Instructors Civil Defence in the Cavan area.

Antrim surprisingly beat Cavan in the Ulster Junior Semi Final at Casement Park Belfast 4-8 to 2-5. Only Pat Flood Jimmy Sheridan Eamonn O Reilly and Cathal Young enhanced their reputations. Cavan played second fiddle throughout and only scored 2 goals throughout the game but finished with a flourish of 5 points in the last few minutes. Scorers Cathal Young 1-3 Sean Byers 1-0 Eamonn Reilly and Pat Brennan 0-1 each.

Tragic death of the very popular Garda John ‘Big John’ Maguire following a fall down the steep stairs at Walter Ball’s Public House (Tommy’s Bar) on Wednesday night at the age of 53 at Cavan Surgical Hospital. Very courteous and efficient officer. He was on first name terms with all the people in the town and treated them as if they were extended members of his own family. Native of Garrison County Fermanagh he joined the Gardai in 1922 and served in Ballyconnell Finea and Monaghan coming to Cavan 24 years ago. John was known for his fairness decency courtesy and charity. Dispensing the law with mercy and forgiveness having a particular regard for the poor and deprived in the Community and championing the cause of the underdog. Survived by his wife Stella daughters Stella and Kathleen 4 sons Garda Peter and John Gerry and Dessie. Superintendent C Flood represented the Gardai and the local force formed a Guard of Honour walking on both sides of the Hearse to the Cathedral where the local CBSI Troop formed a Guard of Honour. Father Joe Dolan Adm officiated in the Cathedral while Father Patrick J Gargan presided at the interment in Garrison County Fermanagh.

Death of Mrs Smith Pullamore wife of Paddy just months after celebrating their Golden Jubilee of their marriage. A most delightful person she was loved and respected by all for her deep Christian virtues and her generosity to the poor and under privileged. Father Joe Dolan Adm officiated at the funeral from the Cathedral to Saint Brigid’s cemetery Killygarry.

Captain’s Prize at Cavan Bridge Club N/S Jim Leonard and Jim Rafter E/W Norman Cinnamond and George Maloney Junior.

Sarah Cullen will give this week’s lecture at Cumainn Seanchais Bhreifne.

May 2^nd 1958  Holy Father Pope John XXIII declares “that meat may be eaten on Friday May 1^st 1959 which is now dedicated to Saint Joseph the Worker”.

Neil Blayney Minister for Local Government announces that Gardai will from now on be allowed to vote in Local and Presidential Elections.

At a well attended public meeting in the Town Hall the Chairman of Cavan Show Society outlines the perilous economic position of Cavan Show Society which owes over £900 to the Bank. Alfred Myles Smith estimated that the assets of the Society amount to over £1,000 while the Showground’s are held on a 99 year lease at £30 per annum. In recent  years the Society have installed running water inside the ground together with a perimeter fence and a new shed to house the exhibits at a cost of over £600. The Committee decided to take up a door to door collection from the people of the town but Griffith Black Butcher Bridge street points out that it was not the people of the town’s duty to rescue the Show but the young farmers for whom the show was run who should now be asked to come forward and help and support the Show which  was in grave danger of going out of business.

Captain’s Prize for Ladies at County Cavan Golf Club Mrs Margaret English and Betty Hickey beat Kathleen Sullivan and Carmel McDonald.

Aisteoiri De La Salle with ‘An Gadai’ are placed 2^nd in the All Ireland Under 11 Irish Drama Festival at the Gaiety Theatre Dublin. The Producer was Rev Brother Cyril. Cast Philip Fitzsimmons Martin Maloney Andrew McEntee Peter Casey JJ Reilly Joseph Galligan Kevin Burke Gerard Carroll and Seamus Fitzsimmons.

George Maloney Junior and George Fairbrother Solicitors are the Winners of the Captain’s Beginners Prize at Cavan Bridge Club.

Death of Rev M Dolan PP VG Archdeacon of Kilmore at his residence in Manorhamilton at the age of 83. Educated at Saint Patrick’s College Cavan and Saint Patrick’s College Maynooth where he was ordained in 1902.Noted as one of the greatest ever Church builders in the Diocese of Kilmore leaving a sting of fine churches and schools in all of the centres he ministered in. Created a Domestic Prelate by Pope Pius XII in 1952 on the occasion of the Golden Jubilee of his ordination.

May 9^th 1959 Taoiseach Eamon De Velera and General Sean McEoin Fine Gael are the only candidates in the forthcoming Presidential Election on June 17^th 1959.

William P O Hanlon is elected President of Associated Irish Newspapers the representative body of the Irish Provincial Newspapers. John F O Hanlon Willie’s father was a founder member and President of AIN.

Jazz Competition pictured are 1^st Boy- Martin Kitson 2^nd Boy- Anthony Jackson 1^st Girls Vera O  Neill 2^nd Lizzie Mooney 3^rd Peggy Moore.

According to the members of Cavan Urban Council the new Fire Officer has over stepped the mark by cutting down the floor space available for Concerts Drama Festivals and Dances and the holding of public events in the Town Hall has now become totally uneconomic as a result of his drastic actions. The County Manager Dermot McCarthy agreed to contact the Fire Officer with a view to modifying the alterations to the seating capacity in the Hall.

John Murphy and Alphonsus Corr win the Ulster Colleges Senior Handball title for Saint Patrick’s College when they beat Saint Malachy’s Belfast over 2 legs in Belfast and Cavan 12-21 21-17 21-12 and in the only game played in Saint Patrick’s College 21-12. The will now play the Connaught Champions in the All Ireland Semi Final at the Ball Alley in the Garda Depot headquarters in the Phoenix Park.

Old May Day custom of decorating the entrances to homes with flowers and whin bushes in honour of Mary The Queen of the May is maintained in the College Street Emmett Place Wolfe Tone Street areas of the town.

Paul Johnston Saint Felim’s Place is presented with a wallet of notes at a Farewell Social in a packed Protestant Hall as he sets out to work in England.

Cavan CYMS and the Legion of Mary will organise this year’s annual pilgrimage to Knock which will leave Cavan by train with Invalid and Ambulance facilities.

May 16^th 1959 Patrick Dinneny Tully Killeshandra Fine Gael is co opted on to Cavan County Council to fill the vacancy created by the death of Senator Paddy Baxter ‘Saint Aidan’s’ Cavan

In an effort to awake interest in the annual Cavan Show Alfred Myles Smith announces a very attractive Pig Competition which will be sponsored by McCarren and Company. After hearing the full details Douglas Anderson seconded the motion.

New communication system at Cavan Garda Station will enable the Station stay in contact with squad cars and mobile border patrol units.

Cavan Boys Accordion Band recruit a record 20 new members aged 11 and  now include 3 Paolo Sopranos in the equipment with plans for at least one more this year. The accordions were supplied by Smyth’s 60 Main street Cavan who are agents for Walton’s the importers of Paoli Soprano in Ireland.

All roads lead to Thurles this weekend for the annual Fleadh Cheoil na hEireann where several Cavan musicians will once again be in contention for national honours.

May 23^rd 1959 D Halton Cycle Agent Cootehill is the  new World Trout Angling Champion following his victory in the competition on Lough Mask with a bag of trout weighing 4 lbs 8 ½ ozs. Known as ‘D’ he also received £150 in prize money and a valuable trophy. Multi talented he is a leading cyclist clay pigeon shoot and coarse and trout angling expert.

Death of Rose Anne Cusack Pottle Poles wife of the late Patrick Cusack. Known and respected for her deep Christian faith over a wide area. Funeral from Saint Brigid’s Church Killygarry to the adjoining cemetery.

De La Salle School parade behind the De La Salle Flagelot Band on their way to the Cathedral to celebrate the Feast of Saint De La Salle. Father PJ McManus was the chief celebrant with the School Choir being accompanied by Father AB McGrath CC on the organ. Later the pupils were entertained in the De La Salle school and treated to sweets biscuits and minerals with the School League commencing in the evening.

Peter Paul Brady Town Hall Street  and John McCaffrey 1 Tullac Mongan break the all time record for pike caught in the Derryheen/Inishmore area of the Rive Erne bagging an incredible 70 pike weighing from 1-6 lbs over a 3 day period.

Seamus Fay wins his first All Ireland Senior title for Lilting at the All Ireland Fleadh Cheoil in Thurles while John Higgins Lavey won the Senior Piccolo Michael Cauldwell Virginia won the  Senior Tin Whistle.

Garda James Kitson retires from the force. Joined the Gardai in 1922 and spent 37 years patrolling the streets of Cavan town. Native of Loonagh Ennis County Clare. First posting was to Cavan in 1922 but he subsequently was transferred to Monaghan and returned to Cavan in 1929. The Garda Commissioner Mr Costigan congratulated James on his long distinguished service with the force. Decent honourable man he dispensed justice with a huge degree of mercy and he will be  badly missed by the people of the town with whom he was on the friendliest familiar terms. Coming just after the death of his distinguished colleague ‘Big John’ Maguire it is a huge loss to Cavan and the Gardai. He is an excellent shot and enjoys a day’s fishing and is a founder member of Cavan Dog and Gun Club who are organising a farewell and presentation to James shortly. His colleagues in Cavan Garda station organised a social and presentation of a Dinner Service in the Barracks for James and his wife on the day he completed his term of duty.

May 30^th 1959 Over 3.000 people walk in procession at the Corpus Christi celebrations in Cavan where the monstrance was carried by Bishop Quinn flanked by members of the Garda Siochana. All the buildings along the route flew the Papal colours and many doorways were decorated with flowers and statues as the Monstrance passed with school children throwing rose petals in its path. Benediction was imparted by the Bishop assisted by Fathers Frank McKiernan and Augustine Leydon while Father PJ Gargan was MC. Teddy McCormack sounded the bugle at the blessing of the faithful with the monstrance in bright warm sunshine on the steps of the Cathedral. The hymns were sung both in procession and at Benediction by the Cathedral Choir with Conductor Father AB McGrath. The CYMS were in charge of the stewarding while the Cavan Labour Band played the Sacred Music during the procession.

Death of Andrew Galligan Poles and Brooklyn New York. Survived by his wife family mother brothers and sisters relatives and many friends here and in New York.

Cavan Gaels beat Butlersbridge in the 1^st Round of the Junior Championship in Belturbet 2-6 to 1-5. Fine sporting contest in ideal weather conditions where the mighty Mick McCarthy was by far the outstanding player afield. His brilliant high fielding and accuracy from either foot was a feature of a faultless display for the Gaels. Scorers Michael McCarthy 1-5 Paddy Maguire 1-0 Dessie Agnew 0-1 while the scorers for Butlersbridge were Ken Browne 0-5 and Paddy Reilly 1-0.

Last tram to  the Hill of Howth makes its final journey. Tram Number 9 is driven by Christy Hanway and the conductor is Alfie Reilly. The line opened in 1901 to connect Sutton and Howth stations via the summit to encourage residential and tourist development.

Anselem Lovett is  commissioned as a Second Lieutenant Mid Cavan Battalion FCA.

Sudden death of Elizabeth Clancy wife of the well known Ned Clancy Swellan Cavan at Cavan Surgical Hospital. She was a very popular resident and well known for her acts of Christian charity. She is survived by her husband Ned and young family. Father PJ Gargan CC officiated at the well attended and  representative funeral from the Cathedral to Drumcor cemetery.

Death of John J Cole Nahillah Park Cloverhill at the age of 85. He was a Dail Deputy for Co Cavan for 16 years and was an  extensive farmer specialising in pedigree cattle and horses. Started life as an Estate Agent and Auctioneer before taking up farming where he won many prizes at all the local shows for his pedigree Aberdeen Aengus and Shorthorn cattle. Native of County Down he qualified as a Chemist and later set up shop in Cavan town. Elected Independent TD for County Cavan in 1923 and served until 1932 and again from 1937 to 1938. He was County Cavan Grand Master of the Orange Order and was a member of Cavan Agricultural Committee. He was father of John J Cole County Council Redhills Joan Farris Cornaseer Viola Cole Nahillah Park and brother of TL Cole MBE Belfast. Father in law of RC Farris Solicitors Cavan. Very Rev Archdeacon Shire assisted by Canon RCH Turkington and Rev M Blackstock officiated at the funeral from Kilmore Cathedral where there was a capacity attendance representing al classes and creeds. Burial in Kilmore Churchyard.

Death of Richard ‘Dickie ‘ Black Church Street after a short illness in Dublin. Funeral met by a huge cortege on the outskirts of the town which accompanied the remains to Cavan Parish Church. Leading figure in the Agricultural and business life of Cavan. He was a native of Strokestown County Roscommon. Long time Secretary of Cavan Show. He was meticulous in his organisation and attention to detail. Secretary of the very popular Cavan Races which took place each year at Killymooney. He was the owner of a couple of very useful horses including the famous ‘Na Bach Leis’ which won several Point to Point races. He was an annual visitor to the Grand National at Aintree and was a very keen knowledgeable punter. He was the Cavan Manager for Gavin Lowe and foresaw the day when Marts would take over from the monthly fairs. He was founder and proprietor of Black’s Printers 100 Main Street. Survived by his wife Peggy sons Richard and Ivan daughters  2 sisters Ena and Olive. There was an overflow attendance at the Funeral Service in Cavan Parish Church where the Rev Archdeacon HW Shire officiated assisted by Rev Mr Corrigan Drung with burial in the New Cemetery Dublin Road.

June 6^th 1959 According to the latest statistics married people live longer than singles while Ireland has the largest pr ratio number of bachelors in the World with 31% single between the ages of 45-54.The average age for Brides in Ireland is 24 while the Groom average 27.

Death of Edward McGuiness former employee of McDonnell Bread and Grocery 61 Main Street (Helena’s) and 191 Waterloo Square London at Saint Giles’ Hospital London. Native of Ballybay he previously worked in Oldcastle. He was deservedly popular and very well known over a wide area. Survived by his wife daughter and son brothers sisters relatives and many friends. Funeral took place in London.

Provincial Press are not invited to the official opening of the new Hogan Stand which will accommodate 16,000 patrons. Official opening by Dr JJ Stuart President of the GAA while in the unavoidable absence of Dr John Chares McQuaid the stand will be blessed by Rev JJ O Reilly PP VG Saint Anthony’s North William Street while Sean T O Kelly will make one of his final appearances as President of Ireland. Connaught will play Munster in the Railway Cup Hurling decider later in the afternoon.

Garda James Kitson will  be the recipient of a special presentation from his colleagues in Cavan Dog and Gun Club on the occasion of  his retirement in the Imperial Hotel

Death of the very popular WRC ‘Cliff’ Reardon popular Cavan Banker. Transferred as Manager to the Clones Branch  Bank of Ireland just 2 months ago. Served in Boyle and Elphin before coming on promotion to Cavan in July 1939. He was Secretary and Treasurer Cavan Tennis Club. Treasurer Cavan Bridge Club. He was a prominent member of Cavan Golf Club and the Dog and Gun Club where he was a noted ‘good shot’. Survived by his  wife Eileen son and daughter. Huge cortege from Dublin to Kilmore Cathedral which was packed to capacity with all creeds and  classes represented. Burial in Kilmore Cemetery.

Cavan’s Royal School under music teacher Sylvia Craig are placed a commendable 2^nd in the prestigious Piggott Cup at Sligo Fheis Cheoil.

Garda Peter Maguire son of Stella and the late Garda John Maguire is transferred from College Street Garda Station Dublin to Granard.

Mary M O Hanlon Kilnavara daughter of Annie and the late Garda Peter O Hanlon Ballinagh passes her SRN Final exams with honours at Satin Alphonsus Hospital London.

June 13^th 1959 Smith’s Machinery secure an order worth over £600,000 from Hamburg for 200 rebuilt tractors. It is the first such order for the rebuilt Ferguson Tractors which up to now have been sold almost exclusively within Ireland with a small number exported to England.

Cavan secure a facile 2-9 to 0-4 win against a very poor Donegal team in the 1^st Round of the Ulster Championship in Ballybofey. Outstanding performances by Brian O Reilly in the Cavan goal and James Brady the bustling Cavan full forward who has been missing for a number of games because of his final Veterinary exams in UCD. They will now play Armagh in the Ulster Semi Final at Castleblayney.

Saint Joseph’s Young Priests Society President Gerry M Lovett Secretary Clare Brady Town Hall Treasurer Mary McGoldrick NT. Miss Keelan  NT has already recruited 60 new members in the Killygarry area and hopes to have 100 before the end of the year.

Sympathy is extended to Mrs JJ Campbell Dungannon on the death of her husband Dr JJ Campbell well known local physician and sportsman in the area. She was formerly Mary McGuiness eldest daughter of JJ McGuiness Town Clerk Cavan.

June 20^th 1959 Eamon De Velera is elected President of Ireland capturing 538,058 votes to General Sean McKeon’s 417,482 a majority for the outgoing Taoiseach of 120,576 with a poll of 60%. Sean Lemass will now replace Eamon De Velera as Taoiseach while the new President will  take over from two termer Sean T O Ceallaigh in Arus an Uachtarainn. Peter McDwyer’s first election since taking over as County Registrar in Cavan where De Velera took 13,913 votes to General Sean McKeon’s 10,869 a majority of 3,244.

Large attendance at the splendidly appointed soccer grounds in Kilmore as Cavan Shamrock’s defeat Kilmore/Killeshandra 4-0 with goals from R Lynch Sean Smith (2) and Eddie Murray. In form Shamrocks now play Border Rangers in the 1^st Round of the Duncan Cup next Friday. Team Gerry Maguire J Sheridan Dessie Maguire Martin Storey R Lynch Eddie Murray Gene Cullivan Eamonn McGovern Andy McGahon Michael Hyland and Sean Smith.

Ladies Open Competition won at Cavan Golf Club by the in form Margaret English with Kathleen Kenny Runner Up and Joan O Hanlon returning the Best Gross.

Mother Mel Cosgrave former Matron of Saint Phelim’s Hospital is appointed Diocesan Superioress of the Mercy Order. She is  presented with a wallet of notes and a silver salver on behalf of the patients staff and many friends in the Community at a Social in the Hospital by Paddy O Reilly Chief Clerk Saint Phelim’s Hospital. Sister Mel said in thanks that she had always wanted to visit Rome and Lourdes but never had the means or the opportunity but now she had both and would be visiting both places in the near future.

Forty years after making the first non stop crossing of the Atlantic a 14 foot memorial in Carlow limestone in the form of an aircraft fin is unveiled in Clifden county Galway to John Alcock and Arthur Browne by the Minister of Industry and Commerce Sean Lemass.

Cumainn Seanchas ~Bhreifne annual outing this year will be to Drumlane after the outstanding outing of last year when they visited Trinity Island Lough Oughter and Kilmore.

Saint Vincent De Paul appeal for funds as they visit 2,000 homes and distribute £600 in the local area last year.

Kathleen McEvoy daughter of Edward ‘Bates’ and Mrs McEvoy College Street is professed a nun at the Franciscan Missionary Convent Lough Lynn County  Roscommon.

June 27^th 1959 Sean Lemass is elected Taoiseach by Dail Eireann to succeed President Elect Eamon De Velera by 75 votes to 51. Paddy Smith is retained as Minister for Agriculture in the new cabinet. Sean McEntee is Tanaiste and Minister for Health James Ryan Minister for Finance Frank Aitkin External Affairs Oscar Traynor Justice Erskine Childers Lands and Forestry Jack Lynch Industry and Commerce Neil Blayney Local Government Kevin Boland Defence Michael Hilliard Posts and Telegraphs and Patrick Hillery Education.

Onslow Bredin Contractor acquires what is left of Corlurgan School when Cavan County Council under foreman Mathias Donnelly blow up the outer walls and Onslow takes away the rubble for filling at his latest building site at Earlsvale Road. Meanwhile Jack McCann steps into the breach by facilitating the Presidential vote in his home nearby and there was in fact the biggest turnout in the country amounting to a staggering 90% in McCann’s’.!

In a desperately close election PR is just retained in the Referendum by the Irish people by the slender margin of 33,667 votes. Most of the country areas where Fianna Fail have a majority went for ‘First By the Post’ including Cavan which voted 11,975 for abolition of PR and 11,677 Against a majority of 298 in favour of abolition. Counting in Cavan for the Presidential Election

and Referendum finished at 1:50 am on Friday morning with an exhausted Peter McDwyer announcing the results. Tributes are paid to Peter and his hard working efficient staff by Cmdt Sean Sheridan Fianna Fail Tom Fitzpatrick Fine Gael and Charlie Reilly Clann Na Poblachta.

Airmid O Hanlon off 36 the in form ladies’ player at County Cavan Golf Club beats sister in law Joan O Hanlon off 20 in the Farnham Cup Final 4 and 3.

Spinning on Lough Sheelin with his father Onslow Bredin Hugh P Doyle catches 5 monster pike weighing from 6-13 lbs which is a record for a 10 year old in Cavan.

Garda James Kitson is the recipient of a wallet of notes at Cavan Dog and Gun Club Social in the Imperial Hotel where the speakers laud James as “genuine expert sportsman and a courteous and efficient officer”. Speakers included Phil Reilly Imperial Hotel Maurice Jackson Willie O Hanlon ex Superintendent Joe Murray and John Reynolds Killeshandra.

July 4^th 1959 Josephine McEntee wife of Jimmy McEntee Church Street is co opted on to the Cavan VEC committee to fill the vacancy left by the death of Senator Paddy Baxter ‘Saint Aidans’ Cavan. Josephine a native of Maghera was proposed by Andy O Brien and seconded by Paddy O’ Reilly Murmod Virginia.

Philip A Brady at the age of 60 and a native of Mountnuggent County Cavan and presently living at Leicester Avenue Rathgar Dublin is elected Lord Mayor of Dublin.

Dan McDonald Fianna Fail is elected Chairman of Cavan County Council with Paddy Reilly Murmod Virginia Fine Gael elected as Vice Chairman.

Sudden death of the very popular and highly respected Catherine Breslin Shankill Poles. Widow of John Breslin. She is survived by her sons daughters brother sister and other relatives. Funeral from Saint Brigid’s Church Killygarry was one of the biggest and most representative ever seen in the area with burial in the adjoining cemetery.

Jimmy Moore wins the London Billiards Championship for the 3^rd time. He is a former member of Cavan CYMS and was a Shop Assistant in James Fox’s before emigrating. Jimmy is married to the former Caroline McGuinness also late of Cavan and is son of Edward (Postman) and Rose Saint Brigid’s Terrace Cavan. Jimmy is a former member of both Cavan Slashers and Cavan Harps and still plays for the London Champions as does his younger brother Seamus ‘Gazy’ Moore.

Harry B Dawson formerly ‘Keadue Lodge’ Cavan flies  in a charter of 81 from the USA for the  International Pioneer Rally in Croke Park.

Gus Kenny NT Farnham Road is elected Secretary of Cavan Show Society to fill the vacancy left by the recent death of RS Black Senior who was Secretary of the Society for over 25 years. His son  Richard is unanimously elected Assistant Secretary.

July 19^th 1959 Very Rev M Canon Kelly PP VG is appointed Archdeacon of the Cathedral Chapter.

The first 12 female recruits to the Garda Siochana are sworn in before Commissioner D Costigan at the Garda Headquarters in the Phoenix Park Dublin. Chosen from hundreds of applications from girls all over the country, the first Bean Gardai will be trained by Sergeant Doreen Prissick of the Liverpool Police Force.

In form Airmid O Hanlon wins the Ladies’ Captains Eileen Morgan’s Prize at County Cavan Golf Club. Margaret English who is playing outstanding golf this year won the Best Gross.

Cavan and Armagh finish level 0-13 to Armagh’s 2-7 in a thrilling Ulster Senior Football Championship Semi Final at Castleblayney. P Rooney of Down played 2 ½ minutes short time as Cavan looked like they would win the tie. Armagh led by 2-4 to Cavan’s 5 points at the interval but it was all Cavan in the 2^nd half. The teams will meet again at Saint Tiernach’s Park Clones with P Rooney of Down again in charge of the whistle. In the curtain raiser Cavan had a very one sided victory over a very weak Donegal 6-7 to 1-9  having led by 4-3 to Donegal’s 0-7 at the interval and would have won by a cricket score only that the forwards were inclined to over elaborate and miss the target.

Micheal O Hehir is pictured receiving the keys of his brand new Ford Zodiac from Maurice Jackson who is a personal friend and racing colleague of the famous Radio Eireann broadcaster. Micheal was on his way to relay the thrill and spills of the Ulster Senior Semi Final in Castleblayney to the rest of the nation.

Death of the very well known highly respected Thomas Flynn Cathedral Road at the Surgical Hospital Cavan. Well known business man in the town he was the proprietor of the ‘Ritz Bar’ in Church street for many years before selling the business to Frank Conlon. Builder of note he built 4 superb terraced houses on Cathedral Road. He was a long time member and Chairman of Cavan Urban District Council. Native of County Roscommon he was a member of Cavan Committee of the GAA and  also was noted for his outstanding work on the Pensions Committee where he championed the cause of the most vulnerable in our Society. He leaves a wife Nance a native of the Ballyhaise area one daughter Soraya and two sons Tommy and  Michael. Father PJ Gargan officiated at the large and representative funeral in the Cathedral of Saints Patrick and Phelim with burial in Cullies cemetery.

Cavan CYMS and the legion of Mary combine resources to bring 300 pilgrims by train to Our Lady’s Shrine in Knock. The Special train got as far as Ballyhaunis and a fleet of buses brought the pilgrims on the last 7 mile of their journey by road.

Joan McClean from Toronto together with her husband Danny McClean a native Canadian is holidaying with her mother Mrs Vincent Cullen ‘Saint Anne’s ‘ Cathedral Road.

Successful ICA Fete in Showground’s featuring the Maureen Cosgrave, Bella Power School of Dancing and the Cavan Boy Scouts Accordion Band. The event was sponsored by Cavan Brach CCE and McCarren and Company Bacon Curers Cavan.

Brendan Dunne playing off 24 shows his potential as a Golfer when he holes out his tee shot at the Par 3  156 yards 2^nd hole at County Cavan Golf Club. Brendan is only 6 weeks at the game and is tipped for star status in the near future.

Death of May Finnegan Corlurgan in a Dublin Nursing Home. She was a teacher by profession in the capital and was known and respected by  generations of children and parents in the Phibsboro area of the city where she was attached to many of the sodalities and religious activities in Saint Peter’s  Church Phibsboro. She was a sister of the late Bishop Patrick Finnegan and niece of Bishop Bernard Finnegan both Bishops of Kilmore. Survived by her nephews nieces relatives and friends. Father ABC McGrath officiated at the large and  representative funeral from the Cathedral of Saints Patrick and Phelim to Cullies cemetery.

Death of the very popular Brigid Higgins Farnham Hotel Staff. Survived by her sisters relatives and friends. Funeral took place from the Cathedral of Saint Patrick and Phelim to Cullies cemetery.

Death of Conor Reilly Merchant and Farmer Main Street. Native of Cornafean he was uncle of  Noel Brady who died in 2011 .Con was known and respected over a wide area and was in business in the town for many years. Survived by his sister Josephine Brady. Funeral from Coronea Church to the adjoining cemetery.

Patrick Farrell Military Row eldest son of Mr and Mrs J Farrell qualifies as a Solicitor and takes up his first appointment in Mullingar County Westmeath.

Marcella McDonald daughter of Mrs McDonald and the late Phillip McDonald Drapers Main Street and Tower Hamlet Cavan graduates from Fordham University New York with a Masters in Social Science. Marcella will continue her studies at Columbia University for her Doctorate in Social Science.

July 28^th 1959 Mystery Tour from Dublin arrives to Cavan Station with 850 people thronging the town and many enquiring the way to the sea as they are directed to Swellan Lake on a sweltering warm day. Each of the tourists paid 5/- return fare  and left Cavan delighted with their trip down the country.

Cavan qualify for another Ulster Final their 1^st since 1955 when they decisively beat Armagh 1-9 to 1-7 in the Ulster Senior Football Semi Final replay in Clones. Armagh scored a very soft goal in the last play of the game to put a respectable gloss on the game but Cavan were superior in all facets of the  game and  will be warm favourites to beat Down who are bidding for their very first Ulster Senior Crown. Cavan led by 0-5 to 0-4 at the interval. James Brady making a welcome return to the Cavan attack after missing the opening games because of exam commitments scored the decisive Cavan goal in the 22^nd minute of the 2^nd half.

Beatrice Maloney BSc passes her diploma with Honours at UCD. Beatrice is a teacher at Hall’s School Monkstown.

Father John Moore CC Southwark is on his annual visit to his home town of Cavan. His father also  named John was the former proprietor of McGinnity’s Licensed premises where Father John was born.

Charlie Smith Caretaker and Gardener at the Presbytery Farnham Street for over 50 years dies in Saint Phelim’s Hospital. Survived by a brother and sister.  Father PJ Gargan officiated at the well attended representative funeral in the Cathedral of Saints Patrick and Phelim to Saint Patrick’s cemetery Castletara.

Father J Cahill SJ a native of Chicago of Irish parents is staying with his uncles James and Frank Cahill Bridge Street. Father Cahill is presently studying at the Gregorian University in Rome. His father who emigrated from the Mohill area also has a brother Patrick Cahill living in the Cullentra area. He was ordained a priest in Chicago 3 years ago.

Charlie Murray Cathedral Road is home on holiday from Gibraltar and is staying with his father ex Superintendent Joe Murray in Cathedral Road.

August 1^st 1959 Thomas Brady Church Street agrees damages of £4,852 for damages to his  back suffered at McCarren and Company on January 12^th 1952 in the Supreme Court. In a negotiated settlement he was awarded the reduced some having been awarded £750 more at the last Supreme Court hearing. It is one of the longest personal injuries case ever heard in the state.

Match play Final at County Cavan Golf Club is won by WP O Hanlon (9) and the youthful John English (22) who beat Dermot Morgan (16) and Edward T O Hanlon (10) on the last green.

Soccer continues to flourish in Kilmore with the home team beating Armagh 3-2 at their well appointed grounds. George Pratt opened the scoring on 20 minutes with K Wray  equalising for Armagh. Robert Scott put Kilmore ahead just before the interval but Wray was back early in the second half for another Armagh equaliser before Ken Morris  scored the winner for the  home side.

Cavan Shamrocks defeated a Kilmore Junior side 6-0 with Sean Smith (3) Des Lambert PJ Carroll and Micheal Smyth scoring for the visitors.

Death of Hannah Florence Simpson 11 Owen Roe. She  was widow of the late Robert GNR and was a member of one of Cavan’s oldest and most respected families. She  was mother of Robert Simpson  Cavan UDC and was very popular with all classes and creeds in the Community. There was a large and representative attendance at the funeral from Cavan Parish Church to the New Cemetery on the Dublin Road.

Monsignor Thomas McGovern Francisco California is spending a holiday with his sister Mrs JL Keogan Hibernian Bank Cavan . He is accompanied by another sister Roisin. Father McGovern is a distinguished Past Pupil of Saint Patrick’s College Cavan.

‘Park View’ along with 3 ½ acres of land adjacent to Breffni Park are sold to Jim Mulvaney Annagelliffe for £3,750 formerly the property of MA O Reilly. Con P Smith was the Auctioneer while Tom Fitzpatrick had carriage of sale.

Death of the very popular and highly respected Walter Coffey Emmett Place at an early age. Native of Laois he was a Master Butcher in Black’s Bridge Street and was extremely popular with customers and staff. Outstanding angler. Most Sundays Walter would be down the water at Rann or Killykeen bringing the catch home on the bike along with his only son Phelim. For many years lined out with Cavan Slashers winning many trophies and tournaments with the town side. Survived by his wife Rose and son Phelim. There was a large and representative attendance at the funeral from the Cathedral of Saints Patrick and Phelim to Potahee cemetery.

All 34 members of the 86^th Catholic Scouts of Paris on hitch hiking tour of Ireland stay over at Cavan Scout Den and are entertained to high tea in the Ulster Arms courtesy of John Donohoe Scoutmaster.

Sean Walsh swims Lough Ramor both  ways a distance of 6 miles in 2 hours and 35 minutes . He is pictured being helped out of the water by boatman time keeper and helper Jimmy Stafford who is employed as a Shop Assistant in Pat McDonnell’s 61 Main Street and a native of Drogheda County Louth. Jimmy is an outstanding marksman for Cavan Gaels and Cavan Shamrocks. Sean Walsh who has plans to swim the North Channel will now attempt to swim from Warrenpoint to Omeath.

With the warm sunny weather continuing a highly successful Swimming Gala was held on Sunday at Swellan Lake. In the Open Swim of 150 yards Harry Hunt was 1^st followed by Sean Smith Saint Phelim’s Place with Jim Jermyn 3^rd. In the Under 16 event Harry Hunt was just too stylish for the fast finishing Fergie Moore from Saint Phelim’s Place. Walter Little gave a wonderful display of diving and recovery techniques which  was warmly applauded by the very large crowd. A Life Saving demonstration was given by the outstanding Cavan Search and Rescue team comprising Dessie Maguire Fergie Moore Patrick Woods and D Smith.

John Murphy later to be Adm in Cavan tops the Honours List at Saint Patrick’s College in the Leaving Certificate results. Outstanding performances from Sean Finlay Des Ormsby Oliver Plunkett Noel Donohoe and Tadhg Connolly. While in Loreto College Moya Sheridan and Geraldine Mullery are tops with outstanding results achieved by Mary C Smyth and Kathleen Lee.

Muriel Doherty wins the President’s Dorie Smith’s Prize at County Cavan  Golf Club.  Margaret English won the Best Gross while Mrs JP Smith won Section B.

Joan O Hanlon teams up with to win  the President’s Dr Bertie Cullen’s Prize at County Cavan Golf Club with Father Gilbride and Maureen McDonald Runner Up.

Cavan who are in full time training and expecting to have an extended run xn the All Ireland Championship are red hot favourites to beat an inexperienced Down seeking their first Ulster Championship in Saint Tiernach’s Park Clones. If as expected Cavan triumph on Sunday they will return to their training base in Bailieboro where they will prepare for the All Ireland Semi Final against either Leitrim of Galway. Cavan Minors will open proceedings with their game against Antrim in the Ulster Minor Final.

Cavan Gaels win the Junior Divisional Final defeating a poor Farnhan side 2-5 to 1-1 at Breffni Park. The Gaels led by 2-2 to 1-1 at half time.Scorers for the Gaels Eamonn Brady 0-3 Jimmy Stafford 0-1 Brian Gaffney 1-1 and Dessie Agnew 1-0 Farnham replied per Packy Dunne 0-1 and John Joe Dunne 1-0.Stars for the Gaels were Eamonn Brady Johnny Burns Michael Jermyn Eddie Quinn Paddy Murphy  while the losers were best served by Pat McKiernan John Joe and Packy Dunner. Referee Phil Brady Cormore.

Matthew Matty Connolly son of Tommy and Mary Connolly 58 Main Street qualifies as a Chemist MPSI at the College of Pharmacy UCD. Matty will operate from the ‘Royal Pharmacy’ adjacent to the Farnham Hotel while his brother Michael also MPSI will continue to assist his parents Mary MPSI and Tommy Dentist at 58 Main Street.

August 15^th 1959 T B Hospital at Lisdarn to close and be converted to a Medical and Maternity Unit at a cost of £42,000. Future patients suffering from TB will be transferred to Peamont and Blanchardstown Hospitals. The staff will be redeployed to Saint Phelim’s and Cavan Surgical Hospital.

Pick Pocketers run riot at Cavan V Down Ulster Final with 5 arrested and sentenced to 6 months imprisonment. Down ran rings around a strangely listless Cavan team winning their 1^st Ulster crown pulling up 2-16 to 0-7 in the bright sunshine which was matched in brilliance by a vintage Down display. Over 30, 000 sun soaked fans saw Down qualify for their 1^st ever All Ireland Senior Semi Final where they will play the Connaught Champions Galway who beat Leitrim on the score 5-8 to 0-12 at Countess Marckievicz Park Sligo before an attendance of 18,000. The Scorers for Down in the 1^st half were Brian Morgan 1-0 Paddy Doherty 0-6  Jarlath Cary 0-2 Kevin Mussen and Tony Hadden 0-1 each while Cavan replied with points from Charlie Gallagher and brother Brian to leave the interval score an incredible 1-10 to .0-2 in favour of the Mourne men. Down added to their tally in the second half per Tony Hadden 1-2 Kiernan Denver Sean O Neill Jarlath Carey and Joe Lennon 0-1 each while Charlie and Brian Gallagher were the only Cavan marksmen. The only discordant note in the hour was midway through the 2^nd half when Hugh Barney O Donohoe challenged the youthful Sean O Neill resulting in the Down subs and mentors briefly invading the pitch demanding that the hard but fair tackling Donohoe be sent to the line which resulted in the referee sending the Virginia Blues clubman to the line much to the dismay of the huge Cavan contingent in the 30.000  good humoured crowd.

In the curtain raiser at Clones Cavan managed to hold on to beat a fast finishing Antrim team 2-11 to 2-7 to win the County’s first Minor Championship since 1952 .

Gerard Cusack Saint Phelim’s Place takes 1^st place in the County Council Scholarship Exams while Mae Cullivan Alackan a student in Cavan Technical School and formerly Crubany NS wins a Scholarship to the Donegal Gaeltacht.

Three Platoons from Mid Cavan Battalion FCA led by Captain Jim Scanlon OC Cavan Battalion parade through the town accompanied by a colour party and Cavan Labour Band .At the end of the parade the Platoons boarded waiting lorries to take them to their 2 week training camp in Gormanston County Meath.

The numbers travelling by train to the Ulster Final were a record with 800 boarding at Cavan, 111 in Ballyhaise and 80 in Redhills. The Mullingar to Clones train carried a further 800 between stops at Crossdoney Ballywillan and Drumhowna in what could be the last ever train excursion to the Ulster Finals.

August 22^nd 1959 Cavan are underdogs as they play star studded  Galway in the curtain raiser to Sunday’s Senior Semi Final between Down and Galway in Croke Park Dublin. Cavan have only appeared in the All Ireland series 3 times 1937 1938 when they won the All Ireland and 1952 when they were well beaten by Galway in the Final.

The Minister for Justice appoints Richard Black a Peace Commissioner for Cavan and the surrounding counties.

Sympathy is extended to Arthur McKenna the Gate Lodge Lisdarn on the death of his mother Mary Anne McKenna Drinole Tullyco Cootehill.

Death of Brigid Boylan Derragarra Butlersbridge wife of Matthew Boylan at a very young age. She was know for her Christian virtues over a wide area and was extremely popular with all classes and creeds. She is survived by her husband son Andrew 2 daughters brothers and sisters. Father PJ McManus officiated at the large and representative funeral from Saint Aidans Church Butlersbridge to Cullies cemetery.

Great credit is due to John Sharkey for his superb job in  organising the annual Anglo Celt staff outing on the Shannon. The party left Cavan by coach and boarded the Saint Ciaran at Lanesboro journeying on the vast waters of the Shannon on a perfect day to Athlone where they disembarked for lunch in the well appointed ‘Shamrock Lodge Hotel’ followed by a tour of the town and home again via Jackson’s  luxury coach.

Sean ‘Spider’ Donohoe home on holidays from the American Army based in Germany with his parents JJ and Mrs Donohoe Rossa Place. Sean is a former member of the Anglo Celt staff and is a former Ulster boxing champion. He is employed with the famous New York Herald Tribune as s linotype operator.

In one of the greatest upsets in the history of the competition Cavan ‘steal’ a  place in the All Ireland Minor Final by beating a star studded Galway team 2-3 to 0-8 in the All Ireland Semi Final in Croke Park. After an initial lightening start which has been a feature of their campaign Cavan scored 1-1 in the first few minutes but Galway with their high fielding and fast interchanging play dominated the rest of the half and led by 0-5 to 1-1 at the interval. Galway continued to dominate giving a masterly performance of fielding passing and kicking in the 2^nd half but their efforts to score were thwarted by a superb full back line of Hugo Cafferty Fintan McKiernan and Finbar Reilly while John Boyle in the Cavan goals brought off some fantastic saves. Galway were unable to convert their territorial advantage and  Cavan struck for another goal and a point in the closing stages mainly inspired by Phil ‘Lightening’ Murray. Cavan will now play Dublin in the All Ireland Minor Final.

Down totally flopped in the All Ireland Senior Semi Final when they were soundly trashed by an experienced Galway team 1-11 to 1-4. Scorers for Down Sean O  Neill 1-0 Paddy Doherty Brian Morgan Jarlath Carey and Patsy O Hagan 0-1 each. Galway replied per Sean Purcell 1-6 Frank Eivers 0-2 Joe Young Mattie McDonagh and Laide 0-1 each.

Sean Walsh successfully completes the 13 mile swim off the sea in Newcastle county Down in preparation for his attempt on the North Channel .Sean entered the water at 3 am and emerged very exhausted but satisfied with his fitness and training at 11 am.

Cavan Boy Scouts numbering over 40 members under their Scoutmaster John Donohoe return from their annual camping holiday in Skerries county Dublin. Many of them attended the two All Ireland Semi Finals in Croke Park  while shopping trips were organised to Dundalk Drogheda and Dublin. The Band entertained the visitors and residents of Skerries  and took up a generous collection which will defray expenses of the trip.

Sergeant Patrick Manning from Glangevlin replaces Sergeant Michael Fitzgerald in Cavan Garda Station. Sergeant Fitzgerald is transferred to the Depot in the Phoenix Park.

Michael Dowd Town Clerk Ennis is appointed Chief Accountant Donegal County Council. He is a former Clerical Officer with Cavan County Council Staff Officer Dundalk and Town Clerk Clones.

September 5^th 1959  The Inland Fisheries Trust in association with Cavan Anglers Club restock Annagh Lake with 100,000 Shista Rainbow Trout who are voracious feeders and fierce fighters. Maurice Leggett and John Young Superintendent Inland Fisheries were in charge of operations on Annagh Lake where the lake is 51 feet deep in places. The lake will be closed for two years. Cavan Anglers Club Chairman Father Malachy Byrne Vice Chairman Michael J Smith Treasurer Vincent Bartley Secretary Tommy Donohoe.

Cavan Gaels and Crosserlough draw 2-2 to 0-8 in a thrilling County Senior Semi Final at Breffni Park. The game was timed to start at 4.15 but didn’t get underway until 5 o clock. Jimmy Sheridan was Man of the Match every time he got the ball there was an air of expectation from the crowd as he scored 2 goals in the first half and a point from Cathal Young from a free left the  Gaels ahead 2-1 to 0-4 at half time.The Gaels half back line of Paddy Lyons Jim Meehan and Jim McDonnell were outstanding while  the shouts and cheers of Foley O Rourke in the Cavan goals could be heard loud and clear inspiring his colleagues to ‘no surrender’ . The Gaels faded badly after the interval but their resolute defence held the Crosserlough marksmen in a vice like grip while Cathal Young came to the rescue once again with a late point from a free. Gaels John  ‘Foley’ O’ Rourke Hugo Cafferty Colm Smith Harry Dowd Jim McDonnell Jim Meehan Paddy Lyons T Smith John McVeety Noel Donohoe Cathal Young Con Smith Mick McCarthy Jimmy ‘Inky’ Sheridan Phil ‘Lightening’ Murray.

September 12^th 1959 Cavan Market House to be knocked and the space converted into a Car Park. Without prior consultation the Council’s tenants the Labour Band ICA and Boxing Club will be moved to sheds further down the Market Yard.

Cavan Show Committee 1959 President PN Smith Vice President Lord Farnham Secretary Gus Kenny Assistant Secretary Richard Black Treasurer Douglas Anderson. Committee Dr MA Cooney  FR McNulty AH D Gordon Cyril Anderson George V Maloney Junior Andrew McCarren V Pollock W Mulligan Norman Cinnamond Andrew Boylan and  James A Dawson. The Show held in ideal weather conditions with the sun beaming down after one of the driest and warmest years on record. There were over 1.800 entries a record attendance and sell out crowd at the Annual Show Dance in the Town Hall. Great credit is due to the new Secretary Gus Kenny and his assistant Richard Black. Knitted Articles 1^st Laurie McConnell 2 Ashe Street Cavan. Embroidery in Wool Valerie Henderson Medical Hall Church Street. Fine Lace Kathleen McKenna Main Street. Matinee Coat Eilish O Neil Bridge Street. Machine Knitting Kathleen Lyons Latt Cavan. Summer Frock Miss M Sheils Techincal School Cavan. Tea Cloth Miss Mairead Fitzsimmons Technical School. Home Made Furniture Oliver Higgins Shankill Cavan. Soda Bread Bridgie Smith Dromkeen. Wheaten Bread Eileen Maloney Farnham Street. Griddle Bread Myrtle Henderson The Medical Hall Church Street. Boxty Cake Bridgie Smith Drumkeen. Sandwich Cake Mrs J Armstrong Edermine. Plum Cake Mrs J Meehan 33 Saint Phelim’s Place. Strawberry Jam Doreen Connolly Ballinagh. Blackcurrant Jam Mrs James Dawson Keadue Lodge. Raspberry Jam Mrs John Kenny Legaland Crossdoney. Bottled Fruit Mrs Myrtle Henderson 2^nd Alice McConnell 2 Ashe Street.

Cavan Gaels are well beaten by Crosserlough 1-10 to 2-3 in the replay of the County Senior Championship Semi Final. The holders now play Junior Champions Virginia Blues in the  decider. The turning point came mid way through the first half when marksman supreme Jimmy Sheridan limped off injured with heavy bruising to his leg. Crosserlough led by 1-3 to 0-2 at the interval. Kevin Smith replaced Jimmy Sheridan while veteran Eddie Quinn came on for T Smith. Crosserlough were by far the better team and only poor marksmanship restricted the margin of their win.

Seamus ‘Gazy’ Moore flies back to London to assist his club Shamrocks into the London County Final. Immediately after the game ‘Gazy’ caught a flight from Heathrow to resume his holiday with his parents Ned and Rose Moore Saint Brigid’s Terrace. He is accompanied by his wife and young son.

Cavan Shamrocks defeat Drumaloor 3-2 away.Joe Mulcahy struck once while Paddy Woods was man of the match with 2 wonderful strikes. Ivan McClelland Connolly Street was a very fair and efficient referee.

Philip McMenamin from Kilnaleck heads up the Honours list at Saint Patrick’s College Inter Cert results. Emmanuel Kennedy a very young Ray Carolan Alan O Hanlon Tommy Monaghan Kieran Cullivan and Micheal Smyth receive honourable mention.

Record enrolment of 150 students at Cavan Techincal School.

Mary Smyth and  Joe Berwick who are getting married shortly are the recipients of a presentation of a silver tea service which Gerry Lovett presented on behalf of the Cavan Players at a function in the Railway Hotel which is owned by Mary’s parents Mary and the late Tommy Smyth.

September 19^th 1959 Russian Cosmic Exploration Capsule with the Russian flag on board hits the moon on Sunday night travelling at 2 ¾ miles per second in the triangle of the Sea of Vapours Sea of Tranquillity and Sea of Serenity. The Russians are not making any territorial claims to the moon-yet !

TDs have voted themselves an increase in allowances to £7000 per annum which is tax free. Similar pay structure and bonuses are proposed for the Senate. This is the first rise in the pay/expenses structure since 1947.

Big upset in Junior Championship as Drumalee despite having the lions share of procession go down to Cavan Gaels 1-3 to 0-3 at well attended Breffni Park. Starting like a whirlwind forcing seven 50 yard frees from which they scored nothing. Pat Flood Tommy Mulloy and Donie Fay were prominent for Drumalee. The Gaels led by 1-1 to 0-3 at half time. In the second half Drumalee ran out of steam and Sean Galligan and Dessie Agnew added points for the Gaels to send the Gaels into the Divisional Final as Drumalee failed to score at all in the 2^nd half. Best for the Gaels were Richard Cassidy Paddy Duffy Michael Cooke Tony McConnell midfielders Brian O Reilly and Paddy O Rourke forwards Michael Jermyn John Gear Eamonn Brady Sean Galligan and Dessie Agnew.

Despite an early goal from the outstanding Michael Hyland Cavan Shamrocks are held to a draw by a late J Kelly goal for the homesters at Drumaloor.

Cavan Rugby Club AGM  President Dessie Tweedy Vice President Lord Farnham Rev John Anderson Eddie Carson Rev RCH Turkington GV Maloney Senior Maurice Jackson JR Halpin G McNeill Ross N Creamer J Galbraith Tom McCarren J Byers C Nash W Gamble JA Thompson R Moore Captain C Shekelton Vice Captain D Flanagan Secretary CR Anderson Treasurer R Adams Farnham Match Secretary D Flanagan Bank of Ireland Committee Norman Cinnamond Brendan Jenkins George V Maloney Junior and M O Dwyer.

George Maloney Junior wins the Flynn Cup for fly fishing on Lough Sheelin. George also led his team of Norman Cinnamond and Poppy McNamara to the team prize and 27 boats participated in the competition.

Virginia Blues the Cavan Junior Champions who play hot  favourites the holders Crosserlough in Sunday’s Senior County Final are seeking to emulate Lavey in 1951 and Cootehill in 1953 when they won the Junior and  Senior Championships in successive seasons.

September 26^th 1959 Virginia Blues are the new Senior Champions beating Crosserlough3-3 to 1-6 in ideal weather conditions at Breffni Park before a crowd of 3,957 who paid gate receipts of £316.Virginia were winning their 3^rd title with teams from  the town having won the title in 1916 and 1919. Bigger stronger hungrier Virginia had the Man of the Match in captain Eamonn Matthews who was here there and everywhere and gave a memorable performance of leadership and determination. Virginia led by 1-2 to 0-2  at half time.

Presentation to the very popular Patrick J Maguire Porter in the Surgical Hospital who is emigrating to England. Very popular and known throughout a wide area, Patrick will be a great miss to the staff and patients at the Hospital.

Presentation to Seamus and Sile Bean De Faoite in the Town Hall on the occasion of their recent marriage. The presentation was made by JJ Smith and Mick Quigley President and Vice President of the Cavan Dancing Club while MC was Rev Mark Mimnagh CC Granard.

The Minister for Posts and Telegraphs announces that a new Telephone Kiosk will be constructed adjacent to the Bus Office in Cavan.

October 3^rd 1959 Cavan after a very bright start are beaten by Dublin 0-11 to 1-4 in the All Ireland Minor Final at Croke Park Dublin. Cavan led by 1-4 to 0-4 at half time but were over run in the second half by a bigger stronger Dublin team where centre field Des Foley was Man of the Match. In the Senior Final a younger fitter hungrier Kerry beat an older listless Galway 3-7 to 1-4 to win their 19^th Senior All Ireland title with Sean Murphy Man of the Match before an attendance of 85,897. Proof again that ‘ old men never win All Irelands’!

Loreto Past Pupils Union hold their annual Golf Outing at County Cavan Golf Club with Maureen McDonald  playing off 19 the winner returning 68 runner up was Angela McDonald Clones off 23 with a 69. Best Gross was the lady in form for 1959 Margaret English playing off an impressive 12 for an 85.

Cavan Chamber of Commerce commend the efforts of Cavan Tourists Association in promoting tourism to the area and grant aid the organisation to the tune of £30. They are also writing to CIE with regard to their future plans for Cavan transport and the future of Cavan Railway Station. They also decide to ask Cavan UDC to erect a fence around the Franciscan Abbey in Abbey Street.

Meeting is called to organise Cavan’s first Musical Society in the Town Hall.

Harvest Thanksgiving in Cavan Methodist Church is conducted by Rev TJ Crabbe Bailieborough with music by the Male Voice Choir.

October 10^th 1959 CIE announce that Cavan Railway Station is to close and the building sold. Rail Services will immediately be replaces by road services and an Area Superintendent has already visited the Station and informed all employees of the decision.

Driest year in living record continues to wreck havoc as severe water shortage impacts on Cavan. Fears are  now  being expressed that in the event of a serious fire not enough water is available to fight the blaze while it is feared that all water supplies will run out in the next two weeks. The total rainfall for the 1^st 9 months is only 19 ½inches which is the lowest since 1922 when only 18.90 inches of rain fell. There were only 9 wet days in September giving a miserable downpour of only 2.22 inches.

Saint Louis Convent Monaghan celebrates its centenary. Dignitaries of Church and State join with the convent in celebrating the centenary Mass in Saint McCartan’s Cathedral Monaghan. Saint Louis Convent Monaghan was the first of the Order’s foundations in Ireland and was founded by 3 nuns in 1859 having collected between them £19-19-6.

Cavan beat Dundalk by 6-3 or 2 tries to 1 at the Royal School Grounds. Cavan were coasting to  victory when Gareth Cooney was injured and had to leave the pitch with Dundalk exerting unbearable pressure on the weakened Cavan team who heroically held out to the cheers of their many supporters. Scorers were McKay and Dawson for Cavan with Cameron replying for the visitors. John English Keating and Scott were superb for the hosts. Team RB Johnston JT English George V Maloney R Scott CJ Cinnamond JD Flanagan JB Stokes CC Shekelton KG McKay FA O Doherty GV McConville DA Harrison Tom Dawson Philip A Cullivan and JP Farry.

Musical Society 1959-1960 Chairman Father ABC McGrath Vice Chairman Maisie Magee Secretary Danny Kelly Treasurer Sean Bergin Committee George V Maloney Junior Nellie McIntyre Joan O Hanlon G Cunningham Seamus Fox and Leo McDonald. Annual Membership now due at 2/6 per annum.

Rev Brother Gerald CSSR makes his final profession at Saint Gerard’s Novitiate Keswood Ontario. Brother Gerald is the former Gerry Kinsella and is a past member of Cavan Boy Scouts and Cavan Rugby Club. He is son of Edward and Elizabeth Kinsella (Nee Reilly)Tullacmongan Cavan.

Cavan Players 1959-1960 Chairman John Aherne Vice Chairman Gerry Lovett Secretary Marie McGinnity Treasurer Kay McKay Committee Andy O Brien NT Jimmy G Mallon Seamus Gilheaney NT Joe Duffy Paddy Young and Maggie McCabe.

Cavan Dancing Club 1959-1960 President JJ Smith Vice President Michael Quigley Chairman Seamus De Faoite Vice Chairman Tony O Dowd Secretary/Treasurer Bridie Galligan Committee Sile Bean De Faoite Una Healy Mrs Higgins Claire Brady M/S P O Sullivan BA JJ Smith Bill O Hanlon  Michael Quigley Sean Woods Vincent McCaffrey Sean Sharkey Patrick Woods Jim Logue Benny Hannigan John Drum and S Mac Cioca Og.

October 17^th 1959 Cavan County Council are to build a new road from Drumullen to Rann Point and erect a Bridge across Killykeen to link the Cavan and Killeshandra tourist areas. Dermot McCarthy County Manager expects the programme to cost £30,000 and to receive 100% Grant Aid on account of the tourist potential.

Receipts at Cavan Show are a record £80 above the previous records set in 1955 while entries and exhibits are also a record as well as receipts from the annual Show Dance in the Town Hall. The new Secretary Gus Kenny receives a standing ovation for the quality of his work and organisational ability and quickly deflects all praise from himself to his Assistant Richard Black son of the legendary RS Black whose death occurred earlier this year after serving the Society as Secretary for a record 25 years.

Death of the well known highly respected Mary Ann McDowell 16 Breffni Terrace. Survived by her husband Charles son brothers sisters and grandchildren. The funeral from the Cathedral of Saints Patrick and Phelim was large and representative with burial later in Cullies cemetery.

Fermanagh win their 1^st ever All Ireland title when they won the Junior All Ireland beating London 1-11 to 2-4 at well attended New Eltham London. Over 10,000 people meet the victorious team on the outskirts of Enniskillen on Tuesday night. Gigantic bonfires blaze on the surrounding hills as 6 Bands join the parade from Jail Square to Paget Square in the heart of Enniskillen. Among the distinguished guests on the Welcoming Party were Thomas Fee Secretary Fermanagh County Board. Both the Ulster and All Ireland trophies were feted on the night.

20 Adult Students are attending boat building classes in the Farnham Hotel under the auspices of Cavan VEC and Cavan Anglers Club with Kilnaleck based Finian O Callaghan giving instructions. It is hoped that the class will build 8 boats costing £32 by Easter. The boats are 18 footers suitable for Lough Sheelin and the River Erne and would cost at least £65 if purchased in the shops.

Death of Patrick G Lynch late of The Central Hotel Bridge Street and Salthill county Galway at the age of 48 when his car was in collision with an oil tanker in county Laois. Outstanding member of Cavan Slashers GFC winning a County Senior Championship medal in 1941 when the Slashers beat Cornafean in the Final at Breffni Park. He was a coal miner and for many years lived in Carrick on Shannon before moving to Salthill Galway.He leaves a wife and 10 young children.

100,000 rainbow trout are released into the icy waters of Annagh Lake from the Angler’s Club’s Hatchery at Moynehall. The fry cost £18 per 1,000.

Cavan Bridge Club 1959-1960 President Surgeon Bertie T Cullen Captain Cyril Arnold Secretary Kathleen Sullivan Treasurer Maureen McDonald Committee Rev Father Sean O’ Reilly Saint Patrick’s College Surgeon Paddy Maloney Dermot Morgan Gerry Hunt BDS and Jim Leonard.`

October 24^th 1959 James Dillon is elected leader of Fine Gael in succession to General Richard Mulcahy. James Dillon is 59 son of John Dillon last leader of the Irish Inter Party in the House of Commons. Native of Ballaghadreen County Mayo he was first elected to Dail Eireann for Donegal, James later transferred to Monaghan. Minister for Health in Inter Party Government of 1948, he also served in James Costello’s Inter Party Government of 1954 when he was Minister for Health. Gifted orator he is reckoned to be among the  greatest public speakers since Daniel O Connell.

Drumalee gain full revenenege on the Gael’s for their recent Championship dismissal when they hammer the Gaels  4-9 to 2-1 in the Junior League having led by 2-6 to 1-0 at the interval. Doney Fay Tommy Molloy and the returning Mickey Walsh were the stars for the impressive Drumalee outfit while only Eamonn ‘ Buttons’ Brady showed any resemblance of form for a lack lustre Gaels outfit.

CYMS 1959-1960 President Charlie Leddy Vice President Tommy Connolly Secretary Eddie McEneaney Treasurer Larry Clarke Spiritual Director Father PJ Gargan CC. Committee Brian Finlay Paddy O’ Reilly Tommy Nee and S O Mahoney. Father Gargan indicates that the Club may stay in their present accommodation for at least another month as plans to build the new Presbytery  and Parochial Centre at only at a preliminary planning level.

Raymond Brady Upper Main Street a 4^th year student in Maynooth is conferred  with his BA Honours degree at Saint Patrick’s College Maynooth. Raymond is son of Maurice and Kay Brady (Nee Magee) well known drapers Upper Main Street.

Cavan Bridge Club N/S George V Maloney and Norman Cinnamond E/W Jim Leonard and H Carthy.

Dog and Gun Club 1959-1960 Chairman Eugene O Reilly Vice Chairman WP O Hanlon Secretary Jimmy McEntee Treasurer Phil Reilly Committee Father PJ Gargan Ned McKiernan Barney Connolly Tom Maguire Brian Smith Jim Fahy A Smith and Vick Bredin.

October 31^st 1959 Worst storm in many years hits the area with disruptions to ESB supplies due to many fallen trees blocking roads. Many TV aerials in the area are down and slates off roofs while the goal posts in Breffni Park were blown down and the corrugation surrounding the stadium blown away as winds reached an incredible 100 MPH.

Death of Brigid McPhillips  late Coolboyogue and Swellan Cavan. She was wife of Patrick ex GNR and was deservedly popular over a wide area. The funeral from the Cathedral of Saints Patrick and Phelim was large and representative reflecting the high esteem in which the family are held. Burial later took place in Butlersbridge cemetery with Father PJ Gargan officiating.

Rev Monsignor Patrick Flaherty on visit to his uncle Joe McKiernan the ‘Shamrock Hotel Rossa Place. He also visited his relations in the Coolbawn Potahee area and visited Potahee Church to view his mother’s Baptismal records where she was baptised 84 years ago.

Sympathy is extended to Josie O  Neill Farnham Road on the death of her mother May Larkin Enniscorthy which occurred at Farnham Road during the week. She was mother in law of PJ O Neill Sports Editor of the Anglo Celt. Funeral took place in Enniscorthy county Wexford.

Paddy and Peggy Weir together with their 2 year old  son are on holidays at 9 Jubilee with parents Billy and Baby Weir. Later they returned to Canada joined by William Weir Junior.

Joe Smith Tailor retires as Tailor in Saint Phelim’s Hospital and is congratulated by the Matron on his excellent quality of his work for over 40 years and is the recipient of a wallet of notes from the staff patients and colleagues. Ken Browne and his Band supplied the music.

November 7^th 1959 Cavan Market House to be demolished by a unanimous decision of the Cavan Urban Council where the  building is described as an ‘eye sore’. The demolition of the old building will cost £125. Originally a Court House and the focal point of the town it was purchased from Lord Farnham in 1923 for £5,500 and converted into a Market. Famous as the centre of Cavan Butter Market it was a hive of activity and many of the leading professions and businesses had adjacent shops and offices including George Maloney Cavan Harps Cavan Labour Band etc. In the days before the building of the Town Hall it was Cavan’s centre of amusement and entertainment with many old time music hall concerts in the gas lit Market House. Acts came from all over Great Britain and Ireland to entertain the many patrons here. Originally a Court House. Lord Farnham purchased the Market House from Cavan Grand Jury in 1827 to be the Market House for the town of Cavan.

Kathleen Good Drumnagart Belturbet wins the ESB sponsored county Cavan Baking competition with Kathleen Tully Raffina Belturbet winning the Junior Championship. Myrtle Henderson Medical Hall Church Street Cavan and Mrs O Reilly were the judges of the competition.

Disappointing performance by Cavan in the first round of the Ulster Junior Rugby Cup by Dromore away. They need to improve considerably to avoid an early exit from their forthcoming Provincial Towns Cup fixture. They will look to some members of the B Side who play the Royal School next Saturday to strengthen the side. B Team C H Keating BR Neil MV O Boyle Niall Walshe Ivan McClelland JB Stokes VG McKay RB Johnston George R Pratt DA Harrison JM Farrelly Phil C Cullivan and Norman C Moore. Intensive training continues each Tuesday and Thursday in Royal School grounds Kilnavara.

Bargain stalls and Bazaar are the final items in Cavan Parochial week with big crowds each night. A feature was the performance of the Cavan Players with ‘Two Dozen Yellow Roses’ which was packed to the rafters and enthusiastically received by the local audience.

Clarence Bates a native of Gibraltar is touring the area on his  bike and trailer and entertaining the local schools in the area. He has hitched hiked all over Europe since 1945 visiting France Belgium Austria Italy Switzerland Luxembourg Britain and Ireland. Clarence a master show biz personality headed straight for the Anglo Celt to publicise his arrival in the Cavan area his first appearance here since 1957.

November 14^th 1959 It never rains but it pours ! After the driest year in living record when only 19 inches of rain fell for the first 9 months. October brings a welcome 6.15 inches of rain and was the wettest month since December 1956. The heaviest rain fall was on the 10^th of October when 1.68  inches fell in the area.

Heart disease is now the biggest killer accounting for over 30% of all deaths in the State during 1957 while TB now only claims 2% of the population.

Professor James Carney of the Dublin Institute of Advanced Studies in association with Cumainn Seanchas Bhreifne launches his book ‘Genealogical History of the O Reilly. Produced by O Gorman Limited Galway and published by Cumainn Seanchas Bhreifne it is available from Brid Sheridan Cavan County Library or Father Frank McKiernan Saint Patrick’s College Cavan.

Maria Catherina Smith daughter of Paddy Minister for Agriculture and Mrs Smith Cootehill marries  Patrick J Fay son of Mary and the late Daniel Fay Lislea Cootehill in Corrick Church Cootehill where Bridesmaid was Bridie Fay and Best Man was Thomas Fay sister and brother of the Bridegroom. Father L Corr PP was the main celebrant assisted by Father Gaffney CC and Father Thomas A Tiernan CC.

November 21^st 1959  Petroleum Distributors on nationwide strike brings all flights in and out of the country to a halt and only emergency cases are being served petrol in the Cavan area as strict rationing Is introduced.

New Income Tax System to be introduced from next October entitled PAYE by the Minister of Finance. Anybody earning £6 per week or less will pay no tax at all. Maximum relief available £18-3-0 per annum.

Death of Mary Cullen Gartnasilla and late of Oldtown wife of Thomas. Native of the Ballyconnell – Corlough area, she was extremely popular and well known in the area. Survived by her husband Thomas brothers and sisters relatives and friends. She was only married 1 year ago. Funeral from the Cathedral to Corlough cemetery.

Cavan Bridge Club N/S Kathleen Brady and George Fairbrother E/W Miss Ann McEneaney and Maggie Hickey.

Gramophone recital in the Farnham Hotel is given by Samuel Johnston and Vincent Pantony. Next week Phil Cullivan will be the recitalist.

November 28^th 1959 Pope John XXIII celebrates his 78^th birthday with all flags and buntings at full mast in Vatican City as the Pope receives the usual crowds of pilgrims at his weekly audience in Saint Peter’s Square.

Petrol strike is settled as the workers return to work and Ireland returns to normal after nearly 10 days of Industrial Action.

Death of Rosanna Lee Shankill Lower at the residence of her son Packy Joe Bridge Street. She was widow of the late James Lee farmer Shankill. Highly popular resident she was well known and highly respected over a wide area where she was particularly noted for her Christian values and unbound less charity to those less well off in the community. Survived by her sons relatives and friends. Father PJ McManus officiated at the well attended representative funeral from the Cathedral of Saints Patrick and Phelim to Saint Brigid’s cemetery Killygarry.

Castlerahan win the Junior Championship beating 3-6 to 2-2 . Castlerahan played with the strong wind in the first half and got off to a flying start when they scored 2 early goals. Coming up to half time they struck again with a goal and a point to lead at the interval 3-3 to 1-1. As the second half was starting a deluge of rain fell making conditions almost impossible and scores hard to come by but Castlerahan kicked on to win the Junior Final in convincing style.

Tom Maguire the famous Cavan and Ulster footballer retires from the Garda to take up a position as Home Assistance officer for the Ballyconnell area. His father the late Joseph Maguire held the position with great distinction for many years.

~Frank Lee well known farmer and milk supplier Tullyco Cavan weds Alice T Coyle Longford Road Arva in the Cathedral of Saints Patrick and Phelim Cavan. The Bridesmaid was Nancy Hughes Gown sister of the Bride while the Best Man was Patrick Lee Castlepollard cousin of the Groom. Father AB McGrath CC officiated.

Harry Cusack Ballyjamesduff will give the recital at the first meeting of Cavan Jazz Club in the Railway Hotel.

Death of the very popular and very well known Felix McGovern ex NT Kilmore Ballinamore. He was very prominent in GAA circles in both Cavan and Leitrim as both an outstanding player and administrator. Native of Coraleehan Ballinamore he qualified as a teacher at Saint Patrick’s Training College Drumcondra Dublin and taught in Aghaconey Ballinagh county Cavan Gortahose Carrigallen and latterly Principal in Kilmore Ballinamore. Outstanding footballer he won an Ulster Senior Championship medal with Cavan in 1915. During his time in Cavan he played with Crosserlough winning a Senior Championship medal in 1919. During this time he was not only a player for both Cavan and Crosserlough but represented his Club as a delegate to Cavan County Board where his arguments were always well made and delivered in a most convincing courteous manner. Later he was to serve as Connaught representative on the Central Council of the GAA from 1934-1936. Founder member of Cavan Branch INTO he served on the National Executive Council for many years representing both Cavan and Leitrim at the annual conference. Bishop Quinn presided at the enormous funeral in Upper Drumreilly Church where over 200 clergy were in attendance. He was predeceased by his wife  Mary T nee Mulligan and is survived by his sons Father Felim McGovern Saint Patrick’s College Gerard Ford Motor Company Cork daughter Zeta McGovern Munster and Leinster Bank Rathfarnham Dublin brothers M/s Peter Francis in Dublin and Michael in Ballinamore sisters Brigid O Hara Matilda Curran and Elizabeth McGovern.

December 5^th 1959 Tragic fire at the residence of Paddy and Mrs Walshe Plumbers Ballyhaise which broke out during the night originating in roof space.  Paddy awoke to the crackling noise and smell of smoke and quickly evacuated his wife to whom he passed his 2 children out of a window as the flames took hold he was injured and suffered burns to his face. He quickly rushed to the  residence of his  neighbour Tom Fitzpatrick who drove to Ballyhaise Garda Station to ring the Fire Brigade who were on the scene in a matter of minutes. Only the walls floors and doors  survived the fire and the Walshe family lost most of their life savings which was stored in a locker in the kitchen. All the contents were destroyed and Paddy was later taken to Cavan Surgical where he is undergoing treatment for burns to his face.

Matt Rudden continues his winning ways by winning the first ever Indoor race in the country when he won the 600 yards from flying UCD student and native of Louth Donal Cullen. He later won the  800 yards with Cullen again 2^nd to the flying  Laragh man.

Parochial Committee AGM are addressed by the Adm Father Joe Dolan with regard to his ambitious plans for the development of the Parish. The priorities are a new Parochial Centre at the recently purchased Tower Hamlet site further development of the schools in the Parish and the decoration of the Cathedral which would cost in the region of £80,000-£100,000. Father Dolan points out that not enough money is coming in from the various collections to pay for the present upkeep of the Parish and some method will have to be found in order to proceed with the developments. President Rev Joe Dolan Adm Vice President Seamus Gilheaney Treasurer Tommy Smith Secretary Stephen Keaveney Assistant Secretary Connie McEntee. Committee George V Maloney Junior Ms Kathleen Lunn Elizabeth Mullery Sarah Cullen M/s John McGinnity Tommy Connolly Tom Hickey Leo Keogan Packy Cullen Sean Galligan Charlie Fay ET O Halloran and Dr Brian Galligan.

Death of Patrick Lawlor in Govan Glasgow brother of Phil Lawlor Professional Cavan Golf Club. Patrick emigrated 50 years ago and worked as a Driller in the Glasgow Ship Yards. He was last home in the Summer and was in his usual good form. Survived by his wife and 2 children Jack Lawlor and Mrs Eileen Stewart brothers John in Kildare Phil Cavan Mrs M Murray and Ellie Lawlor Cavan Mrs Mable Cronin Edinburgh and Mrs Annie O Hare in New York. Funeral in Govan Glasgow.

Sympathy is  extended to Bill Galvin Post Office on the death of his mother in Moate county Westmeath.

Billy Morris Church Street will give the next recital at the Cavan Jazz Club in the Railway Hotel.

Saint Patrick’s College beat Abbey CBS Newry in Newry to qualify for the McRory Cup Final 1-6 to 1-4 having led by 1-4  to 1-2 at the interval. Saint Pats played against the wind in the first half and could have won much more decisively than the score suggests owning the ball in the final quarter but their forward line failed to capitalise on their numerous chances. Saint Pat’s team was John Boyle Jimmy Stafford Fintan McKiernan  Brendan Young Ray Carolan Tom McKiernan Brian Maguire James P Smith Frank Kennedy James V Maguire Larry McCluskey Brian Johnston Kevin Blessing and Philip McMenamin.

December 12^th 1959 Pictured at the Cavan Angler’s Dinner in the Farnham Hotel are John Smith Laragh with the Jeff White Cup George V Maloney Junior Jim O Flynn Cup Father Malachy Byrne Chairman Gargan Ring Cup Back MJ Smith Vice Chairman S Young Inland Fisheries M Leggett Field Manager Inland Fisheries Trust Norman Cinnamond Vincent Bartley Treasurer and Tommy Donohoe Secretary.

Sean Walshe well known Cavan long distance swimmer announces his intention to go full time in his bid to swim the  North Channel as he is chosen to represent Ireland in the Butlin’s holiday swim in July1960. He will join well known Enniskillen long distance swimmer Jack McCelland in the baths in Belfast on Saint Stephen’s Day as part of their joint training for the attempt on the Channel. Teddy rates Sean as potentially the 4^th best long distance swimmer in the world and both will tour Britain and France in a series of exhibition swims prior to their assault on the North Channel.

Cavan Bridge Club E/W Miss Hennessy and Mrs Paddy Coughlan and E/W George V Maloney and George Fairbrother.

Saint Patrick’s College Past Pupils Union President JP Neary Vice President Con P Smith Secretary Brian O Reilly Treasurer T Ryan and G O Reilly. The annual Dinner Dance will be staged in the Gresham Hotel on January 20^th 1960.

December 19^th 1959 Sister M Philomena aged 84 at the Poor Clare Convent Carlow. She was daughter of Mr and Mrs Terence O Reilly Belturbet. Survived by her sister brothers nephews nieces. Funeral at the Poor Clare Convent Carlow.

County Cavan Golf Club 1960 President Dr BT Cullen Captain  Jack Binchey Treasurer R Ormsby Secretary Dermot Morgan and Assistant Secretary Dr FPE Smith. Ladies Section President Dorie Smith Captain Philomena Coleman Secretary Maisie Magee Treasurer Molly Finegan Match Secretary Margaret English.

Death of Hugh Smith 25 Connolly a former Butcher and star footballer with Cavan Slashers. In recent years himself and his brother Bartle were officials of Cavan County Board at all of the games in Breffni Park acting as gate men and stewards. He was a former member of Cavan Slashers and Cavan Harps committee. Survived by his brothers James Bartle and Thomas. Cavan Gaels formed the Guard of Honour as the cortege reached the Cathedral from Saint Phelim’s Hospital. Father PJ Gargan CC officiated at the funeral from the Cathedra to Cullies cemetery.

Sister Mary Magdalen De Pazzi eldest daughter of Mr and Mrs Edward McEvoy College Street makes her final profession at the Convent of the Franciscan   Missionaries Loughlynn county Roscommon and is presented with the Holy Habit by the Bishop of Elphin Most Rev Dr Hanley.

Surgeon Paddy Maloney is the winner of the Christmas competition at Cavan Bridge Club.

Brisk trade at Cavan Turkey Market with all birds selling out at prices of Hens 2/3 to 2/6 Cocks 1/9. No demand for either geese or ducks which were taken home unsold despite being offered as low as 1/6 per lb.

December 26^th 1959 Death of Patrick Lynch Killycannon at Saint Phelim’s Hospital. Survived by his brother and sister. Funeral from Saint Patrick’s Church Castletara to Saint Brigid’s cemetery Killygarry.

Cavan Shamrocks will take on Longford Town B at Drumaloor in a friendly exhibition game on Saint Stephen’s day.

Death of Peter Smith in New York a member of the Cavan Slashers team led by fellow Castletara  native and present Registrar of the Cavan County Board Jack McConnell Ashe Street Cavan. Peter was a classic footballer and true sportsman representing the county team on a number of occasions before emigrating to New York 40 years ago.

Last Bridge session of the decade at Cavan Bridge Club is won by N/S Kathleen Sullivan and Dermot Morgan and E/W George Maloney Junior and George Fairbrother.

Congratulations to Margaret Smith Acres Cavan in qualifying an SRN at Broadgreen General Hospital Liverpool. She is daughter of Bridget and the late Thomas Gaffney Acres Cavan.

Cavan At Home Week features Paddy Crosby and the School around the Corner Cavan Adult Dancing Cavan Players with ‘Shop at Sly Corner’ a thriller in 3 acts by Edward Perry Cavan CBSI Cavan Musical Society’s first stage performance ‘Airs on a Shoe String’ with Father AB McGrath Musical Director and Phil Cullivan Producer. All proceeds are in aid of Parochial funds.

January 2^nd 1959 Tragic death of John Jack Galligan Sexton Saint Mary’s Church Ballyhaise. Struck down with a car as he returned to the village after ringing for the Angelus just after 6 o clock on the 22^nd December 1959. Paddy Cusack County Coroner asked the Jury to return a verdict of accidental death following an inquest into the accident at Cavan Surgical Hospital.

Last ever train leaves Cavan Station for Dundalk at 5:15 PM on New Year’s Eve. 100 years of distinguished transportation and memories come to an end as CIE announce that the Station will be sold and all the employees will re deployed to other locations. There was no ceremony or gathering of crowds to mark the end of Cavan Railway Station. Total apathy on the part of the townspeople marked the mood as they accepted the inevitable without so much as a murmur which also characterised the mood in Cavan when GNR pulled out some years ago. Apart from a late letter of protest from Cavan Chamber of Commerce it would appear that no formal protests were made and nobody anticipated  the devastating effect that the closing of the railway would have on the Community. The following personnel  changes were announced by CIE Patrick Quinn Stationmaster to be Stationmaster Tipperary town Paddy Masterson Signalman to be Signalman George Simpson Clerical Officer to be Clerical Officer Roscommon Frank McCaughey Clerical Office Clerical Officer Longford Michael Lennon Clerical Officer to Cavan Bus  Station Michael McGahern Guard to Mullingar Paddy Halligan General Porter Kingsbridge  Dublin JF McKiernan Signalman to Amiens Street Dublin N Halligan Working Foreman to Drogheda Paddy Donlon Goods Checker Retired on redundancy P B Mulvaney Goods Porter to Drogheda FR Haddock Signalman to Killester Dublin.

Great strides being made by Cavan Rugby Club with new washing facilities installed at Cavan’s Railway Hotel as the Club  now field two teams. They meet and tog out at the Railway Hotel before returning after the game to a hot shower or bath in the Railway Hotel. They are playing both North of Ireland and Leinster opposition. Their fixture list includes games against  NIFC Dungannon Banbridge and Sligo.

January 9^th 1960 Cavan TB Hospital at Saint Joseph’s Lisdarn is closed to TB patients who are now being transferred to Peamont Sanatorium in Dublin. Pictured is Nurse Rose Meehan Jimmy Smith Ambulance Driver Michael J Smith Secretary Cavan County Council Dr P Watters Assistant County MOH Miss N Crowley Matron Lisdarn and Dr M Cooney County MOH wishing the last TB patient bon voyage on his trip to new surroundings in Peamont Sanatorium Dublin.

Death of Very Rev Joseph Young PP Saint Laurence O Toole’s Church Dublin at the age of 79. Native of Drumcrave he was brother of Tommy Young the ‘Dublin Bar’ Ashe Street.

Geoffrey Quigley will be the Adjudicator at Cavan Drama Festival. Well known actor he is attached to the Globe Theatre in Dublin. The Patron of Cavan Drama Festival is Most Rev Dr Quinn Bishop of Kilmore President Rev Joe Dolan Chairman Tom Fitzpatrick Vice Chairman Seamus Gilheaney Secretary Nellie McIntyre Assistant Secretary Bella Power Treasurer JC Keogan.

Labour Band parade the town at midnight  to welcome in a new year and a new decade playing Irish and season airs. Meanwhile festivities in the Town Hall with the Rugby Club dance  where the capacity crowd linked hands at midnight to welcome in the New Year singing ‘Auld Lang Syne’. There was a Watch Service in the Church of Ireland to welcome in the New Year.

Sympathy is extended to ex Superintendent Joe Murray on the death of his sister Mary Lake View Monaghan.

Dave Dixon Quartet and Des Jenkins Jazzmen entertain a capacity crowd at the Cavan Jazz Club session in the Ulster Arms. Guests included Jimmy Compton Belfast Ireland’s leading trombonist who played with the Des Jenkins Jazzmen and well known jazz columnist Gerry McQueen an expert on jazz both here and abroad.

Mrs M McCaul and Sadie Maguire are the outstanding winners of the recent singing contest held in the Town Hall Cavan.

Father AB McGrath is the recitalist this week at Cavan Gramophone Society while William Browne who is on holiday from his new teaching post at Holy Ghost Fathers Blackrock College will give next week’s recital at the Club in the Farnham Hotel.

January 16^th1959 Pictured playing their majestic harps at the Cavan At Home Week are Carina Sullivan Teresa Hughes and Peggy Mulvaney. The three harpists are undertaking a Coast to Coast tour of the USA where all venues on their itinerary have been booked out.

Rev Michael J Corr a native of Legaginny Ballinagh is appointed Domestic Prelate of Newark Diocese USA. He is brother of Father Larry Corr PP Kill and Barney Corr Dentist Cavan and the late Father TR Corr New Jersey . Educated at Legaginny NS and Saint Patrick’s College he was ordained in the USA in 1913 and last visited the land of his birth in 1927.Chaplain to the American Troops he was attached to the famous ‘Fighting 69^th Regiment and was wounded and gassed in the trenches in the 1914-1918 World War. Decorated by both the American and French Governments for his bravery and courage in combat.

Death of Mary E Lambert at her residence 18 Saint Phelim’s Place on the 8^th January 1960 at a young age. She was widow of the late Walter Lambert who died 7 years ago. She is survived by her son Des daughter Gabrielle mother sister. Father AB McGrath officiated at the funeral which was large and representative from the Cathedral of Saints Patrick and Phelim with burial in Saint Brigid’s cemetery Killygarry.

 

Drumalee GFC 1960 Presidents Father Patsy Young CC and P Molloy Chairman Paul Caffrey Vice Chairman Jimmy Costello Secretary Pat Sharkey Treasurer Brendan Young Representative to County Committee GAA Paul Caffrey. Committee Sean Walshe Mickey Walshe Tommy Walshe PJ McGovern Tommy Smith Sean Boylan Matt Reilly B Smith Mick Geoghegan  Seamus Fay Tommy Molloy R Higgins.

Dungannon much too strong for Cavan scoring 1 goal 3 tries 14 points to the visitors solitary goal 5 points. Cavan are tuning up by training 2 nights per week at the Royal School grounds for their upcoming match against Ballymena in the 2^nd round of the  Ulster Towns Cup. Team Tommy White Belturbet Norman Cinnamond R Scott D Harrison John English Derek Morris T O Connor R Johnston K McKay C Shekelton Phil Cullivan G McConville George Maloney Norman Moore and S O Mahoney. Subs J Stokes E Caffrey J Farry C Keating. Team meet at Railway Hotel at 2 pm sharp for match at 2:30 pm sharp.

Cavan CYMS annual social in the Pavilion Ballroom enjoyed by members friends and families. Father PJ Gargan returned thanks to the large crowd for their generous support of the function.

Winners at the annual fancy dress competition in Kilmore Hall Children Trevor Richmond John Kenny John Scott Elizabeth Lyndsey Norman Pratt Mervyn Lyndsey Alec Scott. Adults Miss Woodhouse Mrs Armstrong and Mrs J Browne Mrs Willie Scott Miss R Pratt and R Neill Ruth and Iris Stafford Belder Pratt Sally Pratt and Mrs Maloney. Special prize of an iron presented to Mrs Davidson for the most children of school going age (7). Mr McCaughey Killeshandra was MC. Rev and Mrs Slater and Rev and Mrs Drury were the impartial judges.

Cavan Adult Dancing Class with a variety programme are popular visitors to Saint Phelim’s Hospital while Cavan Musical Society fresh from their triumphant debut in the ‘ Cavan At Home Week’ with ‘Airs  on a Shoestring ‘with Musical Director Father AB McGrath and Producer Phil Cullivan entertain and captivate an audience of patients and staff.

January 23^rd 1959 Nurse Nora Crowley retires as Matron Cavan TB Hospital where she was the one and only Matron for the last 17 years since it was opened in 1942. She was formerly Matron of the old TB Hospital (The Clinic) at Cathedral Road. Native of Macroom county Cork she took on a mammoth task and lived to see the dreaded disease almost obliterated from the list of fatal  Irish health problems thanks to the advent of stronger medication and more understanding of the cause and cure of this infectious scourge which killed the finest young Irish people mostly in the prime of life. On behalf of the staff colleagues and the people of Cavan Dr Michael Cooney County MOH made a presentation to this heroic woman at a well attended  Social in the Hospital.

Cavan Bridge Club N/S George Maloney and George Fairbrother E/W Cyril and Nell Arnold.

January 30^th 1959 Cavan Urban Council still considering  selling the Market Yard to the Department of Posts and Telegraphs for a new Post Office and Automatic Telephone Excahange. County Manager Dermot McCarthy outlines the situation but it would appear that the Department are still far below the asking price for this  town centre property. Michael Young Chairman presided and also present were JP Walsh Vice Chairman John Murray Robert Simpson Paddy Conaty Joe McGovern Thomas J Fitzpatrick Solicitor. Dermot McCarthy County Manager and Miss C Brady Acting Town Clerk.

Over 60 employees attend the Smith’s Trade Conference in Cavan where they were addressed by the Chairman Con P Smith who outlined the success of the Rebuilt Tractor trade which was now supplying tractors and machinery at home and abroad at affordable prices to farmers all over Europe. There were now over 200 people employed rebuilding old tractors and producing an article ‘as good as new at half the price’ since the operation started in 1957. Low capital outlay for a highly reliable power unit. Con P Smith himself an example of decency and integrity concludes by telling the workers that their motto is ‘Fair an honourable dealings –not satisfied unless the customer is totally and completely happy with the purchase.

Handball County Board  1959 Chairman Peadar Doyle Vice Chairman M Doyle Secretary John Maguire Ballyconnell Treasurer Tommy Donohoe Representative on All Ireland Handball Council Victor Sherlock while P McMahon will represent the Board at the Ulster Council.

Gogarty’s 80 Main Street are offering the new GEC slim line tv set at only 14/6 weekly which they can collect at your door each week. Phone Michael or Jim Hand twins at Cavan 150 for more details and personal attention.

McCarren’s 18^th annual dance in the Town Hall is well patronised with spots every dance while the 3^rd annual Vera Brady dance at the same venue has spots decorations  and a fair degree of glamour attracting a capacity attendance with proceeds going to a local charity.

Early angler John Wilson catches 5 pike from 2-5 lbs on the Annalee River at Butlersbridge.

Miss P Galligan a hairdresser in Eileen McManus’ Beauty Salon Abbey Street wins 1^st prize of £500 in the Gael Linn Draw. Pictured are Paddy Carroll Promoter Gael Linn Eileen McManus and the lucky winner Patricia Galligan.

Big promotion for TV with Smith’s Supply Stores Dublin Road offering superior after sales service.

February 6^th 1960 President De Gaulle becomes Dictator in France after the French Senate vote 226-39 to grant him special powers following the abortive but bloody Algerian insurrection. For the next 12 months all Government Decrees will bear the General’s signature.

Big surprise with Cavan retaining 6 players on the Ulster Railway Cup team while Down the reigning Ulster Champions have only 4 representatives on the team. Cavan have Noel Reilly at right back Gabriel Kelly at full back Tom Maguire at centre half back Jim McDonnell at left half back and Charlie Gallagher and James Brady in the forwards. Team Tady Turbett Noel O Reilly Gabriel Kelly Pat Rice P Breen Tom Maguire Jim McDonnell Jim McKeever Joe Lennon Sean O Neill Jodie O Neill Charlie Gallagher Jimmy Whan James Brady and Paddy Doherty.

Saint Vincent De Paul door to door collection in all areas of the town is now being taken up.

Death of William F Lavelle at the residence of his brother in law John Ryan Drumelis. Funeral from Cavan Parish Church to the New cemetery.

Seamus De Faoite Chairman of Cumainn Rinnce an Cabhain outlines plans for the Club’s figure dancing and music competitions. An Oiche Gaeilge will be held in the Town Hall on Saint Patrick’s Day.

N/S Father PJ Gargan and Maggie Hickey E/W Mrs Coughlan and Miss Hennessy.

Death of Bridget McKiernan  wife of Patrick McKiernan Swellan. Survived by her husband and family. Funeral was very large and representative from the Cathedral to Saint Patrick’s Drumcor cemetery.

February 13^th 1960 Matt Rudden the Laragh athletic star retains his Ulster Senior title over 8 miles of undulating cross country in Derry. Alex McGravock from Limavaddy was 2^nd with Ulster Junior and Intermediate champion George Williamson 3^rd . The first three broke away from the field of 150 runners early on and finished ½ mile ahead of the 4^th finisher. With 200 yards to go the three were locked together but the faster stronger and more experienced Matt Rudden finished 10 yards ahead of the fast finishing supporting duo. Newry Shamrocks won the team prize with Oak Leaf Derry 2^nd and Limavaddy 3^rd.

Cavan Darts Club are organising the All Ireland Darts competition. Entries form from Chris Smith Secretary Licensed Vintner 7 Bridge Street Cavan.

Death of Kathleen Gilchrist in Dun Laoire. Old and respected resident the family ran a general provisions store at Upper Main Street for many years. Survived by her brother Matt sisters relatives and many friends. The funeral was large and representative with Father PJ McManus officiating in the Cathedral and later at the burial in Saint Brigid’s cemetery Killygarry.

5^th annual Pat McDonnell’s Dance in the Town Hall with Jimmy Wiley ~Band with  early music being provided by Glory Alley Jazz Group Cavan.

Cumann Seanchas Bhreifne AGM in the Farnham Hotel at 8 pm on February 26^th 1960 will be addressed by Dr Hayes McCoy Professor of History at University College Galway and authority on Military History. His subject wil be ‘Sir John Davis in Cavan 1606’. His last visit to Cavan was for the Tercentenary of Owen Roe O  Neill in 1949.

Laragh runner Francie McDermott representing Saint Augustine’s Dublin wins the Leinster Youth Junior Championship in the Phoenix Park which was covered in snow. Francie ran all of the 6 miles in his bare feet  and finished well clear of the other 200 runners as Athletics once again becomes a highly competitive sport after the Olympic Gold medal win of Ronnie Delaney in Melbourne.

February 20^th 1959 Cavan Urban Council approve the County Manager’s estimate of £3,400 to be paid in compensation to the tenants of the Market Yard which has a major tenant in Tommy Montgomery who operates a car hire and deals in wool fruits and other businesses from his extensive premises. Other tenants of the Market House due for demolition are Cavan Labour Band and Cavan Boxing Club.

Matt Rudden leads his Dublin club Saint Augustine’s to victory  in the Dublin Senior Cross Country Championships over 8 mile in the  snow covered Phoenix Park. He was 4 seconds ahead of team mate Harry Gorman the Irish 10 mile champion with Paddy Carmody Metro Harriers occupying 3^rd place.

Loreto present beat Loreto past 2-1 in a thrilling and exciting encounter at Loreto Camogie field. Among the past members was Rita Kenny a member of the famous Sullivan family Upper Main Street and a former Cavan Slashers and Cavan player who  won an Ulster Senior Championship with Cavan in 1942 Nancy Brady Evelyn O Hare Lauri McConnell Celestia Reilly Marie Sullivan Mairead Rutledge Una McGovern and Anna Smith Captain while the present captain was Nancy Tully.

Sergeant Patrick Keane is transferred to Letterkenny where he will take up the post of Inspector. Native of county Clare he joined the Garda Siochana in 1944 and served in Waterville Tullamore and Birr before being appointed Garda Sergeant in 1953 where he served first in Cork and from 1956 in Cavan town.He was a Volunteer in the Irish Army during the Emergency. His colleagues and many friends in Cavan made a presentation of a set of  Waterford Cut Crystal at the Social and presentation in the Garda Barracks.

Cavan’s Royal School present Gilbert and Sullivan’s light opera ‘ Trial by Jury’ in a packed to capacity Town Hall. Produces by Cyril Anderson the standard was away up above average and the capacity audience responded to a wonderful musical treat. In the prelude to the main event Mary Kelly was outstanding on vocals while Colin Staveley gave a solo performance on the violin. Bishop Moore in thanking the audience paid tribute to the excellent entertainment provided by the Royal School students.

Death of Isabella Maud Oates at the age of 102 in Melbourne Australia. She was aunt of J Jones 11 College Street and emigrated to Australia from her native Cavan when she was only 13. She was a great great grandmother.

Death of Mrs Marian McNally College Street widow of the late Peter McNally . Very popular lady of great Christian faith and virtue. Father PJ Gargan officiated at the funeral in the Cathedral with burial in Cullies cemetery.

Cavan Bridge Club N/S Father Frank McKiernan and Tommy McCormick E/W Maggie Hickey and Carmel McDonald.

Death of the famous and very popular Danny Brady Loughduff at the age of 62. Known far and wide as the Gunner Brady  he was father of Phil ‘Gunner’ Brady who won 3 All Ireland Senior Championship medals with Cavan and Sean Brady Mullahoran Dreadnoughts and Cavan Junior star. He was an employee of Cavan County Council and was a star Cavan and Mullahoran footballer winning several Ulster Championship medals with Cavan. Danny took an active part in the War of Independence and was an active member of the local IRA Brigade being seriously wounded when escaping at speed from the advancing Black and Tans. The Bradys were known all over the country as  decent welcoming and very  hospitable people and their exploits in the cause of the poor and deprived were legendary. Danny was the father of 13  children scattered to the four corners of the Globe in  Ireland England and the USA. Father Frawley CC was the chief celebrant of the funeral Mass in Saint Joseph’s Church Loughduff where over 100 members of the Clergy from Ardagh and Clonmacnoise and Kilmore and Dublin were in attendance. Burial took place in the adjoining cemetery.

February 27^th 1959 Death of one of Cavan’s greatest musical legends Father Willie Buchanan at the  age of 68. Born in Ballinagh on the 27^th of March 1890 of parents James Buchanan and Kate Masterson-his father was an ex Sergeant in the RIC, he spent all of his adult life in Bridge Street Cavan where his  father owned a pub later known as ‘The Melvin Bar’. Educated at the old Christian Brothers school Saint Patrick’s College and Saint Patrick’s College Maynooth where he was ordained on the 20^th June 1915. He was appointed curate in Rossinver and the following year he was appointed to the teaching staff in Saint Patrick’s College. Appointed CC Cavan in 1926 where he was Musical Director in the old Cathedral Choir. Founder member of the famous Cavan Choral Society he staged many operas and musicals in the Town Hall including guest artistes from all over Britain and Ireland including the  world famous Ben Williams from the Carl Ross Company Terry O Connor soprano Jimmy O Dea Gerald Crufts and  Walter McNally to mention only a few. All the shows  staged played to capacity enthusiastic audiences and were anticipated and talked about for many months. The Cathedral Choir was a symbol of his perfection and attention to detail and was known and respected all over the country. He also organised Organ recitals which were acclaimed by all who had the privilege of gaining admission to shows booked out months in advance. He was also very deeply involved with the famous Irish National Foresters Brass Band and acted as a tutor and conductor. He was a leading promoter of the Holy Family Confraternity which earned the reputation of being the most devoted and best attended in the country. Transferred to Derrylin in 1936 he was presented with an inscribed ebony conductor’s baton from his many friends in the town. Bishop Austin Quinn presided at the Solemn Office and Requiem Mass in the Cathedral of Saints Patrick and Phelim where the chief celebrant was Father Joe Dolan Adm assisted by Rev Noel McIntyre Drung  and Father Paddy Morris CC Belturbet. Father PJ Corrigan was MC. The coffin was borne by Prefects and Sub Prefects of the Holy Family Confraternity and members of the old Cathedral Choir and Choral Society. All businesses in the town closed as the cortege made its journey from the Cathedral to Saint Brigid’s cemetery Killygarry where Father Joe Dolan Adm recited the final prayers. Father Willie Buchanan is survived by his brother Vincent Wolfe Tone Street Frank Buchanan New York and sister Annie Buchanan nephews nieces and a large circle of friends.

Frank Reilly Pig Dealer 85 Church Street is awarded 1,944 damages by the Master of the High Court arising out of a collision near his home while cycling he was knocked down by a car driven Kevin McKenna Clerical Officer Monaghan County Council on June 18^th 1958 when he received abrasions and a broken thigh as a result. Tom Fitzpatrick represented the plaintiff who is making a full recovery. 

James Dillon is elected President of the Fine Gael Party as Jim Norton former Tanaiste and Minister for Industry and Commerce is replaced by Brendan Corish as Leader of the Labour Party.

Death of Margaret Finlay relict of the late William Finlay at the residence of her son William Finlay Saint Mary’s Terrace Cavan . Native of Coolbawn Corlesmore she was extremely well known and highly respected. Survived by her 2 sons and 1 daughter. Father AB McGrath officiated at the large and representative funeral in the Cathedral of Saints Patrick and Phelim Cavan to Potahee cemetery.

Capacity crowd at the 14^th Nurses Dance in the Town Hall which was beautifully decorated and spots donated by the business community awarded at each dance. Proceeds in aid of the Irish Nurses Organisation while Surgeon Paddy Maloney returned thanks for thee outstanding attendance and sponsorship of spots and other expenses.

Cavan Tourist Association Chairman Hugh Gough Vice Chairman John McGinnity Secretary Austin McDonald Treasurer Maurice Jackson.

Ken Browne fills t he solo spot on Radio Eireann on  the new series entitled ‘Some Popular Ballads’.

Bridge Club N/S Ina Hickey and Tommy McCormick E/W Gerry Hunt and Paddy D Maloney. Beginners Mr Leahy and Mr Pollock.

March 5^th 1959 Mystery sale of Cavan Egg Market to a Motor Company who may or may not set up a factory  there. The County Manager tells the Cavan Urban Council that he has received a bid by tender for the Egg Market of £2.500. The Company will initially employ 20 people with further plans for expansion in the pipeline. Later Tom Fitzpatrick who  was not present at the original meeting is  approached by an irate Con P Smith who has set up a thriving Tractor Assembly plant nearby objects to the sale on the grounds of hast and no detail of purchaser and his intention of use of the site.

Two leap year baby boys at Saint Joseph’s Private Nursing Home Virginia born to Mr and Mrs Brendan Murray and Mr and Mrs Peter O Reilly Virginia.

John Duggan and his son Michael are the stars of the Redhills victory over County Junior Champions Castlerahan in Redhills. Helped by goals by Tom Duggan and with the elder John Duggan Man of the Match Redhills playing with the aid of the elements led by 3-1 to 0-3 at the interval before running out winners with a ‘backs to the wall’ display 3-2 to 1-5.

Musical Spectacular in the Town Hall as Cavan CBSI stage ‘Barney Brannigan and the 40 Niggers’ . Cast of 16 including 14 of Cavan’s leading adult performers and Cavan’s first Black and White Minstrel Show. Admission is priced from 3/6 2/6 and 1/6.

Rev JJ McGuiness Lagos is on a short holiday to his grand mother Mrs M Sharkey Drumalee.

Death of Mary Gilsenan Lisreagh widow of Michael at Saint Phelim’s Hospital. Known throughout the country as a lady of deep religious conviction she lived her life in an exemplary manner and was very charitable to those less well off in the Communinty. There was a large and representative attendance at the funeral from the Cathedral of Saints Patrick and Phelim to Saint Brigid’s cemetery Killygarry with Father AB McGrath officiating.

Seamus De Faoite Chairman of Cavan Adult Dancing Class announces that entries have been received from Cavan Monaghan Longford and Sligo for the Figure Dancing Competitions on Saint Patrick’s Day. He is presently modifying the Garryowen Jig and the Cuchullain Jig which will be part of the official programme while an Oiche Gaeilge will be held in the Town Hall on Saint Patrick’s night.

The recital at this week’s Gramophone Recital was given by Maura Baxter ‘Saint Aiden’s Cavan while next week Michael Harding Rock Cross is the recitalist.

Godfrey Quigley well known actor and producer from the Globe Theatre in Dublin is the Adjudicator for the forthcoming 14^th Cavan Drama Festival which is the 2^nd oldest Drama Festival in the country.

March 12^th 1960 Proposals to raise Taoiseach’s salary from £3,000 to £4,000 Attorney General from £3,000 to £3,500 Minsters from £2,125 to £3,000 Parliamentary Secretaries from £1,500 to £2,000 Ceann Comhairle from £2,125 to £3,000 TDS from £625 to £1.000 and Senators from £468 to  £750 meets with howls of disapproval from the public all over Ireland who accuse all parties of being involved in a conspiracy to rob the people.

Phil Donohoe Bert Flood and Tommy Donohoe land the first bag of beautiful brown trout on  Lough Sheelin catching 5 ranging in size from 2 lbs to 6 lbs. Pictured are Bernard and Cian ?? Flood children of Bert Flood and Des Donohoe  son of Phil Donohoe.

Death of Bernard ‘Bennie’ Smyth at his residence 25 Nealdon Street Stockwell London . One of Cavan’s leading businessmen until his retirement and subsequent emigration to England 3 years ago. He was involved  in the licensed trade for over 40 years and subsequently his wife May and sister in law Phyllis opened a religious goods and souvenir shop in the adjoining premises (Eason’s).Deservedly popular with young and old Benny was a decent gentle generous man extremely well known for his hospitality and charity. Long time member of the old Holy Family Confraternity in both the new and old Cathedral where he was also a member of the Cathedral Choir and the under Father Willie Buchanan. He was brother of Father Michael Smyth Maryland USA and the late Father John Smyth Hainsbury USA and is survived by his wife May sons Freddie  Brian Fergus and daughters Lorna and Dorothy. Huge crowd out to meet the cortege on the outskirts of the town. There was a large and representative attendance at the funeral from the Cathedral which stopped at his business premises on the Main Street. As a mark of respect all businesses closed as the cortege passed on its way to Cullies cemetery where Father PJ Gargan again officiated at the burial and final prayers.

Saint Patrick’s College fielding many of the Cavan All Ireland Minor Finalists team are given a good chance of gaining their 9^th McRory Cup triumph when they take on Saint Colman’s Newry in the final in Castleblayney on Sunday.

 

Cavan Chamber of Commerce 1960 President GH Black Secretary George V Maloney Jnr Treasurer Tom McKenna. Council Liam Bogue Pat Hourican John Coulter Seamus Fox Robert Mackeral Con A Smith Maurice Jackson Peter Mullen Jack R Halpin Tommy Connolly Brian Coleman Louis Blessing and H McNeill Ross.

Death of Sarah Black at the residence of Mrs J McCusker Saint Patrick’s Swellan. There was a large and representative attendance at the funeral from the Cathedral where Father A B McGrath officiated with burial later in Killygarry cemetery.

Over flow attendance at the 9^th annual Comalthas Ceolteoiri Eireann Concert in the Town Hall which featured musicians from all over Roscommon Dublin Sligo Cavan Longford Leitrim Meath and Monaghan. Kathleen Watkins the internationally acclaimed Harpist was the guest star.

March 19^th 1960 E Kelly Chairman Monaghan County Council leads the condemnation of the proposed increases to Oireachtas members. At the same meeting Senator JJ Brennan pointed out that  a Rate Collector was better paid than a TD.

Cavan Adult Dancing Class perform at many of the key locations in Cavan town capturing the rapt and appreciative attention of the congregation emerging from Solemn High Mass in the Cathedral of Saints Patrick and Phelim on the feast of Saint Patrick. Later there were 20 different figure dancing and Ceilidhe music competitions in the Town Hall with a star studded celebrity cast for the Oiche Gaeilge. In the Ulster Arms all local Irish Americans gathered for their annual dinner and get together.

After Solemn High Mass in the Pro cathedral in Dublin celebrated by Cootehill born Archbishop John Charles McQuaid  the President Eamonn De Velera and Taoiseach Sean Lemass joined the other dignitaries on the reviewing stand adjacent to the GPO for the big Saint Patrick’s Day Commercial Cultural and Industrial parade led by ploughing champions and headed up by Mary Shanahan of Kerry the Queen of the Plough.

“Wanted strong messenger boy and 2 girls one for the General Office and 1 counter hand for the Grocery and Confectionary Department. All applicants must apply in their own handwriting. Salary in accordance with experience. George Fegan and Company Phone 83 and 228 (2 lines).

In a thrilling McRory Cup Final Saint Patrick’s College after a bright start fade to a Saint Colman’s Newry outfit 2-6 to 0-4 in the McRory Cup Final at damp and wintry Castleblayney. Saint Colmans’s played a fast accurate brand of football keeping the ball low and finding colleagues in soccer style  while Saint Pat’s excelled at the traditional catch and kick giving hard won possession away all too often and much too easy. Newry were solid at the back strong and athletic in midfield and their forwards capitalised on the possession gained. The decisive moment came in the 1^st half when a high ball was lobbed into the Cavan square and despite the best efforts of John Boyle in the Saint Pat’s goal ended in the back of the net. Saint Pat’s had nobody of the calibre of Down and  Ulster Railway Cup Star Sean O Neill who was a constant tormentor of the Cavan defence. Scorers for Saint Patrick’s College Frank Kennedy 0-2  Larry McCluskey and Brian Maguire 0-1 each. Team John Boyle Jimmy Stafford Fintan McKiernan Seamus Gough Brendan Young Ray Carolan Tom McKiernan Brian Johnston JP Smith Kevin Blessing Brian Maguire Frankie Kennedy Philip McMenamin Matty Carolan and Larry McCluskey. Subs Brian McElhinney for John Boyle James Maguire for Matt Carolan Referee Father Enda McCormack Saint McCartan’s Monaghan.

Cavan Urban Council decide by 5 votes to 3 to sell Cavan Egg Market to Phair Brothers Belturbet for a consideration of £2,500 despite the last minute intervention of Con P Smith who addressed the meeting outlining  his extensive plans for the site which would include a factory to manufacture farm machinery which would employ 40-50 people. Despite his last minute pleas he failed to  impress the majority of the Council who endorsed the earlier decision taken to sell the Egg Market to Phair Brothers Main Morris Agents Belturbet. Paddy Conaty J P Walshe and Tom Fitzpatrick voted against the sale while Gerry Kelly Robert Simpson Joe McGovern Johnny Murray and Nicholas Halligan voted to go ahead with the  sale.

March 26^th 1960 The 16^th Annual Cavan Drama Festival is opened by the Bishop of Kilmore Most Rev Dr Austin Quinn. On stage with the Bishop were Godfrey Quigley Adjudicator Father Joe Dolan Adm President Tom Fitzpatrick Chairman Nellie McIntyre Secretary and John L Keogan Treasurer. All performances to date have been booked out and a feature of the Festival is the number of new plays on the programme.

Vera Brady’s Fashion Show in the Town Hall features Maeve Elliott 9) Rosaleen Maloney (6) and Ann Kennedy (4) modelling children’s fashions. A capacity crowd showed their enthusiasm and appreciation with all proceeds going to Cavan ICA.

Father Sean O Reilly and Billy Browne win the prestigious Cullen Cup  at Cavan Bridge Club where they are pictured receiving the trophy from Bertie and  Mrs Maura Cullen. GA Cummins Dublin was an outstanding tournament director. Cyril Arnold Captain returned thanks to all who participated or supported the outstanding tournament.

Tom J Barron from Bailieborough replaces Father Tom Halton who is studying in the USA as Chairman of Cumann Seanchas Bhreifne at the AGM held in the Courthouse  Cavan Vice Chairman Brian O Mordha Secretary Father Frank McKiernan and Treasurer Breege Sheridan.

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

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January 1st 1949 Busy Christmas Eve in the shops in Cavan. Run up to Christmas very quiet but crowds flocked to the shopping areas on Christmas Eve.

Cavan Pavillion Club present ‘Cinderella’ in the Town Hall with cast of 45. Great music and comedy with topical sketches

January 8th 1949 Social and presentation in the Farnham Hotel of a canteen of cutlery to Mrs B Whelan who recently sold her Upper Main Street premises to Maurice Brady.

Death of William H Bennett Gardener College Street.He was brother of John Bennett former employee of GNR.

Darragh Smith and Gerry Hunt in serious car accident near Oldcastle when their car skidded on the treacherous slippy roads.

Josephine Sheridan (Nee Donohoe Kilnaleck) and formerly of the Main Post Office is appointed Postmistress at Upper Main Street with her premises situated at Auburn House.

January 15th 1949 Royal Jester with a cast of 75 is staged by the pupils of the De La Salle School in the Poor Clare Convent Concert Hall.

Patrick Reilly is The Jester John Joe Reilly is the Commander in Chief and Sean Woods is the King of The Cavania.

1^st ever Saint Patrick’s College Past Pupils Dinner Dance in College. The short appearance of the very popular Bishop Lyons is greeted with loud sustained applause.

January 22nd 1949 Maurice Brady etc

Ena Hickey is badminton singles champion in both League and Championship at the Pavillion Lawn Tennis Club. She is also won the Ladies’ Tennis League and Championship. Vera Brady Town Hall Street was the Runner Up and Valerie McCarren the leading juvenile. Awards presented at the Annual Pavillion Dinner in the Farnham Hotel where Maisie Magee entertained the guests on the piano

February 12th 1949 Richall Caddell buys Connolly’s Boot Store at 59 Main Street (Veale’s) for £2,000

Death of Ann Leddy College Street wife of George Leddy Master Baker.

Cardinal Mindzenty Primate of Poland shows no emotion as he is found guilty of ”treason conspiracy against the Republic and currency speculation”. He is sentenced to life imprisonment.

Miss Joan Gannon staying with her aunt Mrs John F O Hanlon Farnham Street. Joan is employed with Sabrina Airlines and is returning from a conference in Stockholm.

D Greene from Ballygawley Sligo pays a record for one of Cavan’s public houses- £4,800 for the Eagle Bar in Bridge Street.

Work begins on the erection of the new 40 house development at Kilnavara ( Saint Felim’s Place).The Council are building the houses in blocks of 4 by direct labour. “Somewhat hilly approach but fine elevated site adjacent to Swellan Lake”!

February 26^th 1949  Over 400 attend the Nurses Dance in the Town Hall with music by Jimmy Masson and the Gresham Orchestra.

Same Week John Gilchreest Plasterer dies in England. Outstanding member of the first Slashers team of 1888.Survived by his brother Matt in Connolly Street.

Death of Tom Brady Tullyco at the residence of his brother Gus in Church Street. Funeral from the Cathedral.

Death of William Dempsey former member of the British Army and Cavan Labour Band. Uncle of Cavan All Ireland footballer Willie Doonan.

March 5th 1949 1^st Cavan Gun Club Dinner 1949.Speakers include Father P J Gargan Jack Halpin Father Charles Travers Saint Patrick’s College and George Maloney Senior.

Patrick Kirby Butcher in Mrs Joe Hickeys 2^nd in Irish Hide Flaying at Dublin Abattoir and is rewarded with a cheque for £50.

March 12^th 1949 Death of Fanny Hewitt former Postmistress at Drumconnick. Funeral from Kilmore Cathedral to the adjoining cemetery

March 19th 1949 Death of Mary Higgins Drumalee wife of Bernard Higgins Drumalee and member of the Anglo Celt Staff. She is survived by her husband Bernard and infant daughter born on Sunday (Mary Higgins-McDonald). Sympathy is extended to the bereaved family by Cavan Urban Council Anglo Celt Staff and the Foresters. Rev J J O Reilly Adm officiated at the funeral from the Cathedral to Killygarry.

March 26th 1949 Sudden death of Tom Sullivan Main Street at the age of 40. Vice President of the Irish RGTDATA. Funeral biggest ever seen in the Cathedral. Cavan Pavilion Club took turns to carry the coffin from Sullivan’s house to the Cathedral. Survived by his wife Bridie son Brian daughter Marie

 Ann Margaret and Breda brothers Doctors Jack and Benny sisters Maisie Rita and Kitty. Tributes and Guard of Honour from Pavilion Tennis Club Foresters and Cavan Drama Festival. Father Charles Cartwright presided at the funeral from the Cathedral to Killygarry. Same Week CYMS Players with ‘Michaelmas Eve’ Best Actress Maura Smith Cavan Players. Best One Act Play Cavan Players with ‘The Good and The Bad’ Producer Betty Fitzpatrick Cast Maura Smith Jack Poyntz Pat Dooney Charles Donoghue Eugene Monahan AJ O Brien and Tom Fitzpatrick. Festival Officers 1949 Patron Bishop Patrick Lyons Chairman Tom Fitzpatrick Vice Chairman Seamus Gilheaney Secretary Miss M F McGeehin Assistant Secretary Rosemary Power Treasurer Tom Malone Hibernian Bank.

Adeline Clerkin Oliver Plunkett House Bridge Street is conferred with her SRN Nursing qualification. Past pupil of the Poor Clare’s and Loreto College.

Death of Reginald (Reggie) Cinnamond son of the late Robert and brother of W E Cinnamond (Ned) Church Street.

Death of Mick Walsh Wolfe Tone Street former member of the old Militia Band he was an expert bugler. Outstanding footballer with Cavan Slashers, he won several County Senior medals.

April 16th 1949 James P Mansfield Raphoe County Donegal is appointed Cavan County Engineer. He was formerly Chief Assistant Engineer with Donegal County Council.

Hugh Rafferty retires after 5 years as Cavan Station Master

.Native of County Tyrone he served in Dublin Donegal Armagh Belturbet and Monaghan before being appointed Station Master in Cavan in 1944.

April 23rd 1949 On Monday 18^th April Ireland officially left the British Commonwealth and declared itself a Republic. Celebrations all over the country with illuminations parades and waving of flags to proclaim this historic event while the new Republic of Ireland was greeted on O Connell Bridge in Dublin with a 21 gun salute. Messages of congratulations are received from leaders throughout the world including King George of England His Holiness the Pope and President Truman in the USA.

Hollywood spectacular in colour ‘Samson and Delilah’ starring Austrin actress Heidi Lamarr fail to win the expected Oscar being shaded out by British films ‘ The Third Man’ with Joseph Cotton and Orson Welles ‘ The Red Shoes’ and Hamlet.

 Clive Anderson of The Royal School wins the John Delaney Cup at Sligo Feis Cheoil for Piano.

Sudden death of Jerry Burke on Good Friday at a very young age. Owner of Chemist shops in Cavan(Burke’s Medical Hall) and Drogheda. Native of Castlepollard County Westmeath he was very popular and did an extensive business. Involved in many of the local organisations he was a very highly respected citizen whose death has shocked the entire Community. Survived by his wife Nan MPSI sons John Dermot and Kevin parents Mr and Mrs R Burke brother John and sister Maisie. Over 20 priests concelebrated the Requiem Mass in the Cathedral of Saints Patrick and Felim with burial in Cullies.

April 30th1949 Death of John Fitzpatrick Wolfe Tone Street. Member of the outdoor staff Cavan UDC.Very obliging and industrious. Father Malachy Byrne officiated at the Funeral from the Cathedral to Cullies.

Congratulations to Molly Reilly who has passed her exams as SRN at Saint George’s Hospital London. She is daughter of Michael and Mrs Reilly Emmett Place.

May 7th1949   Residents of Emmett Place College Street and Wolfe Tone Street continue to erect floral tributes to Our Lady on May Eve a tradition going back hundreds of years and now confined to these three old residential areas of the town.

May 14th 1949 Cavan Carnival Children’s Fancy Dress Prettiest 1^st Miss O Reilly Wolfe Tone Street 2^nd Doreen Smyth 60 Main Street and 3^rd Mary Fegan Saint Patrick’s Terrace. Humorous ‘The Rich Maharaja from Mogador’ 1^st Micheal Smyth and Joe McConnell

May 21st 1949 Feast of Saint John Baptist De La Salle celebrated with free day for the pupils solemn High Mass celebrated by C McNiffe CSSR with Father Vincent Kennedy on the organ and Brother Luke conducting the school choir in the Cathedral and a gala Sports Day in Breffni Park in the afternoon.

May 28th 1949 Death of Mary Dowd mother of County Registrar John P O Dowd at John P’ s residence in Farnham Street. Father Charles Cartwright officiated at the funeral from the Cathedral to Middle Chapel Cootehill.

William Devine Foreman on the building of Saint Felim’s Place announces that there are now 9 masons 7 carpenters and 25 labourers employed by Cavan UDC on the scheme Smith of Alackan is the Time Keeper and the houses are being erected by direct labour in units of 4.

Only 6 men attend The Hiring Fair with each fetching £38-£44 for the half year with board. There were no girls offering their services.

Lt Cpl Thomas Higgins son of Jim and Molly Higgins 7 Lake View Terrace and presently attached to of the Irish Fusiliers in Egypt receives The George Cross for gallantry and bravery in battle in Palestine. The family moved to England quite recently.

June 11th 1949 Rev Joseph Young CC Aughrim Street Dublin is appointed Parish Priest in Narraghmore County Kildare. Father Young is a brother of Tommy Young proprietor of the Dublin Bar Ashe Street.

Inspector W Brett is appointed to Castlebar. Served the community in Cavan since 1945 he is succeeded by HJ Gillespie from Dundalk.

Death of Daniel Taggart last of a family who were engaged in Coach Building in Church Street for centuries. Educated at the old Christian Brothers and Saint Patrick’s College .He joined the family business as a Painter in the Coach Factory. Outstanding footballer with Cavan Slashers and Cavan Town soccer club. Funeral from the Cathedral to Cullies.

Death of the very popular and well known Painter John Johnston Colman Road at an advanced age. One of the last surviving members of the famous Foresters All Ireland Congress in 1913. Funeral from the Cathedral to Cullies.

June 18th 1949 Death of Kate Dunne College Street in Mullingar. She was mother of J Dunne Cavan Post Office. Funeral from the Cathedral to Killygarry

Death of Rose Dempsey relict of James (Harness Maker) Saint Brigid’s Terrace. Father JJ O Reilly Adm officiated at the Funeral from the Cathedral to Cullies.

Edward O Hanlon newly appointed Editor of the Anglo Celt breaks the Amateur Course Record at County Cavan Golf Club with a score of 69.Edward shot an eagle and 4 birdies was out in 36 and back in 33.His scorecard was marked by former Cavan All Ireland footballer MJ Magee.The professional record stands to Phil Lawlor with 68 for the course that has a bogey of 72.

Captain’s (Edward O Hanlon’s Prize) at County Cavan Golf Club 1^st Philip Smyth (22) Main Street 68 nett joint 2^nd Eoin McGovern (21) and A Vaughan (22) tied with 70

June 25th 1949 Father Torlac O Reilly son of the late TP (former Cavan MOH) and Mrs Reilly Dublin and Earlsvale Road Cavan is ordained a priest at Saint Patrick’s College Maynooth.

Death of Bob Simpson Owen Roe former Signal Man at Cavan Railway station. Funeral from Cavan Parish Church to the New cemetery.

Death of Sarah Richmond Tullymongan House. She was mother of Harry and relict of Frank Richmond. Funeral from Cavan Parish church to the New cemetery.

Con P Smith and his wife Ann buy the 22 bedroom Tearmon Hotel Termofeckin County Louth on 537 acres for £22,000 from the Irish Tourist Board. Beautiful hotel excellent catering in serene surroundings.

July 2nd 1949 Cavan the Ulster and All Ireland Champions  beat Antrim 3-7 to 2-6 at Corrigan Park Belfast in the Ulster Semi Final before 15,000 spectators . Cavan led by 2-6 to 1-2 at the interval.

John Maguire aged 12 son of Garda John Maguire Swellan rescues Patrick Fagan also from Swellan from drowning at Swellan lake while Seamus Caffrey son of B Caffrey Postman rescues an entire family from drowning at Bray in County Wicklow. The Anglo Celt calls for the two men to be honoured for their acts of bravery.

George V Maloney Solicitor purchases the premises of Arthur Fagan Solicitor Farnham Street for £2,350.

Death of Louis McManus son of Patrick McManus JP and former Chairman of Cavan County Council Killynebber. Poultry farmer in Berkshire England since 1928-he retired 2 years ago. One of a family of 10-3 of his brothers were doctors. Survived by his brother Father Vincent CSSR in Australia. Father Hugh McGrail officiated at the funeral from the Cathedral to Cullies.

July 9th 1949 Bernard Sullivan with his wife and 2 children former Chairman of Cavan Branch ITGWU who is emigrating to England is made a presentation by his colleagues at a Ceilidhe in the Town Hall with music by the Breffni Ceilidhe Band and Exhibition of Dancing by The Gauthier School of Dancing.

There are now 80 employed at the building of the new houses at Kilnavara including 50 labourers 11 masons 3 plumbers 10 carpenters and 2 apprentices.

Annette Egan daughter of Harry and Margaret Saint Brigid’s Terrace wins 1^st place in the Under 8 Reels and Jigs at both Feis Breifne and Ballyjamesduff Feis.

Leo Greene Upper Main Street son of John James Butcher is the lucky winner of the Cake in the Forester’s Draw.

July 16th 1949 Sympathy is extended to Patrick Donaghy GNR Bus Driver Saint Mary’s Terrace on the death of his wife. Funeral from the Cathedral to Cullies.

Hugh P McEntee son of Andy and Anna McEntee and a member of the well known McEntee family Breffni Bar 57 Upper Main Street is appointed a Rate Collector with Cavan Urban Council.

John McGinnity organises 2 successful flights on The Saint Colman from Dublin Airport viewing all the main sites in county Cavan.The party was led by Dermot McCarthy County Manager and welcomed to Dublin Airport by SB Kelly PRO Aer Lingus. The guests then had a conducted tour of the Airport which is the most modern in Europe by Matt Leddy Aer Rianta and a native of Inishmore Butlersbridge. At a dinner in their honour they were hailed as pioneers as this was the first flight of its kind for such a large number of people ever organised by Aer Rianta.

Cavan are raging hot favourites to retain their Ulster crown against Armagh on Sunday while Donegal play Armagh in the Ulster Minor Final in the curtain raiser to the big game in Saint Tiernach’s Park Clones.

July 30th 1949 William Maloney eldest son of George V and Eileen Drumbar presently employed with Brown Thomas in Grafton Street Dublin is awarded 1^st place in Retail Management at the High School of Commerce in Dublin.

Dympna Smyth Main Street and Mary Connolly Drumelis are awarded their SRN in Nursing by London County Council.

Saint Joseph’s Young Priests Society 1949 President George V Maloney Secretary Sean O Farrell and Treasurer Con P Smith.

2^nd Cavan Troop Awards 1949 Inter Patrol 1^st Panther Patrol Team Patrol Leader John Walsh P Duffy Sean Woods J Gogarty Paddy McNamara Mel Doherty and Kevin McDermott 2^nd Curlew Patrol Leader J Donohoe Peter Maguire Paddy Flynn John Maguire Tommy O Donnell Sean Donohoe Michael Connolly and Barney Loonam. Merit Badges Signalling and Cycling Patrol Leader John Walsh Cycling and Swimming Patrol Leader Joseph Donohoe Swimming and Cycling Thomas Smith Woodwork Metalwork and Blacksmith A Greene Cycling and Swimming Leo Ronan Swimming Blacksmith and Metal work Sean Donohoe Bugling Swimming and Printing Teddy McCormack. The awards were presented by Father Malachy Byrne Chap[lain and Father PJ Gargan Diocesan Chaplain at a function in the Den in Bridge Street at which it was announced that the Annual Camp would take place this year in Enniscrone from the 5^th to the 18^th of August.

Death of Alice Reynolds wife of Tommy Shopkeeper Upper Main Street. Funeral from the Cathedral to Killygarry cemetery.

Death of John Haddock Caretaker of the New Protestant cemetery. Funeral from Cavan Parish Church to the New cemetery.

August 13th 1949 Cavan just beat Armagh 1-7 to 1-6 in a disappointing Ulster Final performance in Saint Tiernach’s Park Clones before a crowd of 24,000 who paid gate receipts of £1,960.The youthful Brian McNamara lined out for the injured Mick Higgins who was very badly missed at centre half forward. The Cootehill Brass and Reed Band paraded the teams before the match. Team Seamus Morris  R O Connor Paddy Smith Owen Roe McGovern P J Duke John Joe O Reilly (Captain) Simon Deignan Phil Brady Victor Sherlock Edwin Carolan Tony Tighe John Joe Cassidy Jimmy Stafford Peter Donohoe and TP O Reilly. Subs Willie Doonan J McEnroe Johnny Cusack Des Maguire Brian McNamara and James McCabe. Scorers Peter Donohoe 1-2 Edwin Carolan 0-3 Victor Sherlock 0-1 and Tony Tighe 0-1.Cavan will now meet Cork in the All Ireland Semi Final in Croke Park.

August 20th 1949 Death of Mary Josephine Smyth nee Maloney 7 Cootehill Road and late of 60 Main Street Cavan. Relict of Michael J Smyth former Chairman of Cavan Urban Council who died in July of 1914.Lady of great charm integrity and humour. Her acts of kindness and charity were legendary. She was an outstanding Vintner and Grocer and was engaged in packing tea and sugar each Tuesday at her premises in Main Street. Survived by her sons Terence (Teddy) Michael (Mick) Tommy and Paddy daughters Alice McConnell Mary (Mollie) Kathy Conaty and Teresa brother George Maloney and sister Sister Angela CSJ Provincial Sacred Heart Convent Leicester Father Jimmy O Reilly Adm assisted by Rev Joe Brady Belturbet Rev Peter O Donohoe CC Dublin and Rev Patrick O Donohoe (cousins) officiated at the funeral from the Cathedral to Killygarry cemetery.

Outstanding display by Cavan as they sweep aside the challenge of Cork 1-9 to 2-3 in the All Ireland Semi Final before an attendance of 49,789 who paid gate receipts of £5,103.They now qualify to met near neighbours Meath in the defence of their title. Scorers for Cavan Peter Donohoe 0-6 JJ Cassidy 1-0 Phil Brady Tony Tighe and Joe Stafford 0-1 each. Cavan who once again lined out without the injured Mick Higgins trailed Cork by 1-2 to 0-4 at the interval but dominated exchanges in the 2^nd half. Admission to the Hogan Stand was raised to 2/6 while Hill 16 admission was 1/6.

September 3rd 1949 The Sunday Press is published for the 1^st time.

Paddy Drum older brother of Tommy Drum (Blacksmith) dies in Scotland.

Hubert Duffy eldest son of Paddy Duffy Owen Roe 1^stin County Council and Diocesan Exams for entry to Saint Patrick’s College. Hubert was 7^th in Ireland.

Harry B Dawson formerly of Keadue Lodge and now domiciled in New York sends best wishes to the Cavan team in their attempt to win their third All Ireland in a row. Harry was in the Polo Grounds for the 1947 Final and is a personal friend of all the players and mentors.

September 24th 1949 Death of Hugh J Neary son of Peter and RA Neary Market Square in New Zealand. Member of the Police Force he was due to retire home to Cavan in 1952.

Presentation and Social to Francis Smith on the occasion of his emigration to the USA.

Father Charles Cartwright officiates at the funeral of Catherine McGauran relict of James College View in the Cathedral with burial in Cullies cemetery.

October 1st 1949 Meath beat raging hot favourites Cavan in the All Ireland Senior Football Final by 1-10 to 1-6 to win their first Senior All Ireland in the 62 year history of the competition. Outplayed for most of the hour the decision to leave Willie Doonan on the sideline cost Cavan dearly as Meath’s danger man Peter McDermott ran riot among the Cavan defence. Meath held sway at midfield and were yards faster and hungrier than Cavan. A crowd of 79,460 paying gate receipts of £7,057 with 10,000 locked outside failing to gain admission. In the curtain raiser Armagh beat Kerry to record their 1^st All Ireland victory. Scorers for Cavan Peter Donohoe 0-6 all frees Mick Higgins 1-0.The 2 hour journey home was completed at a snails pace because of the thick fog that enveloped the entire country.

John Joe O Reilly Church Street record haul of fish with pike and perch many of them over 2 lbs.

October 8th 1949 Owen Roe Tercentenary 1649-1949 celebrations in Cavan. Attended by over 100,000.The Military Tattoo in Breffni Park The Military Exhibition in the Courthouse and the final day Mass celebrated by Cardinal Dalton and  parade in which over 25,000 marched in glorious sunshine were the highlights of a packed week of programmes to honour Ireland’s greatest general. Nightly Tattoo in Breffni Park with search lights picking out the main players while Owen Roe was played by Lt E Clerkin FCA Aughaloora complete with white horse. Admission was 4/-(Reserved) 2/- and 1/- for Children.

Carmel McDonnell daughter of Tommy McDonnell and Mrs McDonnell Swellan first place in Loreto College in Intermediate Examination scoring 1^st class honours in all subjects is awarded a Scholarship and £60 for being placed 5^th in all of Ireland.

Death of Mrs Caffrey Drumalee wife of Paul Caffrey in a Dublin Hospital. Father JJ O Reilly Adm officiated at the funeral from the Cathedral to Cullies.

Death of Mrs Carroll Creighan Terrace wife of John. Father Malachy Byrne officiated at the funeral from the Cathedral to Cullies.

October 22nd 1949 Death of John Walsh in Lisdarn. Former outstanding footballer with Cavan Slashers winning Senior Championship medals. Father Malachy Byrne officiated at the funeral from the Cathedral to Cullies.

Farnham Cup Final at County Cavan Golf Club is won by R Lynch playing off 17 beating AG Anketell who was playing off 6 in the final.

Death of Father Joseph McDonald Saint Peter’s Phibsboro and formerly from Tower Hamlet Cavan and member of the well known Cavan drapery firm ‘Philip McDonald and Company at the age of 58. Educated at Saint Patrick’s college and Saint Patrick’s Maynooth where he was ordained for the Diocese of Kilmore in 1915.Served Kilmore for 13 years before joining the Vincentians in 1928. Survived by his brothers Philip and Austin and sister Mrs Carolan Oldcastle. Funeral from Saint Peter’s Phibsboro to Glasnevin cemetery.

29th of October 1949 Death of Rose Brady Claude Villa Cullies Cavan. Native of Cormeen Stradone. All her own family were in religion as Sisters and Priests. Predeceased by her husband James she is survived by her sons Father Philip A Brady Galloway Scotland Brian (Barney) James Brady MPSI John AgrSc and her daughter Sister M Ignatius. Funeral from the Cathedral to Cullies.

Sudden death of Randall Black extensive farmer and Butcher in Bridge Street at his residence Gartbrattan House. Funeral from Kilmore Cathedral to the adjoining cemetery.

Cavan Drama Festival Committee 1949-1950 Patron Rev Father JJ O Reilly Adm Chairman Edward O Hanlon Vice Chairman Seamus Gilheaney NT Secretary Tom Fitzpatrick Assistant Secretary Rosemary Power Treasurer Tom Malone Hibernian Bank.

November 5th 1949 Victor Sherlock Cavan and Kingscourt wins the All Ireland Junior Softball Singles beating the Leinster Champion M  Fahy Dublin in an exciting Handball Final in Navan. Sherlock won on the score 17-21 21-18 21-8 21-12 before a large enthusiastic gallery.

Death of Cavan’s oldest citizen John Smith Drumbar at the age of 90.Decent  Catholic very charitable and kind. Leading member for over 70 years of the Cathedral Confraternity. He was tall handsome and highly respected. After a stint working on the GNR Railways, finished his working life with Lord Farnham of whom he had his cottage rented. Funeral from the Cathedral to Cullies.

November 12th  1949 Death of Rose Strong Saint Brigid’s Terrace in Lisdarn after a long illness. All of her family are now in an orphanage and 3 of them were home for the funeral of their mother. Father Malachy Byrne officiated at the funeral from the Cathedral to Cullies.

November 19th 1949 10 labourers offer their services at Cavan Hiring Fair. All were rented at £39-42 per half year with full board. There were no girls.

November 26th 1949 Paddy Elliott Building Contractor buys Taggart’s Church Street at Public Auction conducted by Frank Conlon for £1,700.TJ Fitzpatrick had carriage of sale.

December 3rd 1949 CYMS 1949-1950 Chairman Gerry Lovett Vice Chairman Matty Corcoran Treasurer Mick Fox Secretary Eugene Monaghan Committee Joe O Rourke HL Smith Sean McConnell and Thomas Smith.

Kathleen Donohoe daughter of James Anglo Celt and College Street passes her SRN in London. Kathleen trained at Saint Andrew’s Hospital London.

December 10th 1949 All Catholic Church bells will ring out in unison at 12 midnight on Christmas Eve to usher in The Holy Year. John McGinnity is offering return flights to Rome with TWA from £54 return.

Father John Hunt replaces Father Hugh McGrail as Curate in Cavan.

Death of Patrick Donlon Swellan at an advanced age. Native of Drumod County Leitrim he formerly worked with the old Midland Railway. Regular member of the Catholic Confraternity in the Cathedral. He was a former Labour member of Cavan UDC. Father Malachy Byrne officiated at the funeral from the Cathedral to Cullies.

CYMS Whist Drive Top Score Brian Tierney Farnham Street 1^st Lady Maggie Hickey 2^nd Lady Mrs JP Dowd Farnham Street 1st Gent Diarmuid Lovett 2^nd Gent Sergeant McGrath and Thomas Smith Ashe Street (Tie).

December 17th 1949 Maureen Thorne daughter of Sergeant Thorne Dublin Road passes her State Registered Nurse exam at Cornelia Hospital in Dorset.

Trade in the shops in Cavan over the Christmas period was very poor. Christmas Eve brought a late sustained rush with shoppers thronging the town by cars and buses until a late hour.

Death of Michael Lee extensive hard working farmer at Behey. He was father of Owen Lee Porter in Surgical Hospital. Father Jimmy O Reilly Adm officiated at the funeral from the Cathedral to Killygarry.

Death of Terence Smith Labourer Drumalee Cottages. Father Jimmy O Reilly Adm officiated at the funeral from the Cathedral to Cullies.

December 31st 1949 Santa Claus Sean Galligan Gene Philip and Joe Cullivan together with the Power School of Dancing entertain the patients in the Surgical Hospital on Christmas Day.

County Cavan Golf Club 50^th Annual General Meeting  President John F O Hanlon Captain Bob Henderson Secretary Dermot Morgan Treasurer H Clark. Winners of Majors 1949 Captain’s Prize Philip Smyth Main Street Members Cup FPE Smith Farnham Cup R Lynch O Hanlon Cup Benny Hickey Ladies Captain’s Prize Kathleen Sullivan Church Street Lyons Cup Senior Cup and Perpetual Cup Joan O Hanlon Junior Cup Maisie Magee Cavan.

Cavan Tennis Club 1949 Chairman Tom Fitzpatrick Vice Chairman Jerry Lyons Secretary Tommy McCormick Treasurer Michael J Smith.

January 7th 1950 Over 4,000 people attend the six nights of Cavan Lawn Tennis Club’s Jack and the Beanstalk in the Town Hall. Over 700 children attended the matinee on Sunday. Bouquets of flowers and gifts were showered on the cast at the close on Sunday night..

January 14^th 1950 Griffith Black buys Drumbar House from GV Maloney who is moving to Farnham Street and the residence of AG Fegan Solicitors which he recently purchased for an undisclosed amount.

Peter P Galligan formerly of the Eagle Bar Bridge Street and DunLaoghaire County Dublin takes second place in Ireland in his final Chartered Accountant examinations. Educated at Drumcrave Saint Patrick’s College and Blackrock College Dublin.

Funeral of Willie Dunne Moynehall who passed away peacefully at home at an advanced age. Funeral from Cavan Parish Church to New cemetery.

4^th annual Pavilion Pantomime Jack and the Beanstalk plays to an amazing 4,000 people during its 8 day run in Cavan Town Hall. Many gifts and bouquets for the performers from well wishers on the final night.

January 20^th 1950 Fox’s ¾ Sale continues .”Imagine you get £1 worth every time you spend 16/8 in Fox’s.”

 Cavan CYMS recommence £8 Whist Drive in Temperance Hall after the Christmas break. Cards are 2/6 commencing at 9.Top Score £5 1^st lady £1 2^nd Lady 10/- 1^st Gent £1 2^nd Gent 10/- Hall specially heated.

Ita Sharkey O Reilly and Maureen Cosgrove are the recipients of a special presentation from all their friends and neighbours on the occasion of their recent marriages. Tea served Music by Betty Ronaghan and Robert Ryan.

Prayers in the Cathedral for Charles Hill formerly Latt House who has died in Warwick England on January 10^th 1950.

January 28^th 1950 Philip Ruddy NT retires as Principal of Colboyogue School  after 40 years distinguished service. He is succeeded by PJ Keaney Kilnalack.Phil is a former Vice Chairman of Cavan GAA and Ulster Council Delegate long time Fianna Fail member of Cavan UDC.Native of Poles Phil played football with Saint Patrick’s Drumcondra Behey Benburbs and Cavan Slashers. He is a founder member of Feis Breifne from 1918

Death of Hughie Clarke Saint Brigid’s Terrace. Native of Swellan he is the last of 7 brothers. Worked in McCarren’s all of his life and was a member of Cavan Slashers and took an active interest in the fortunes of the County team seldom missing a game in Breffni Park. Very active member of ITGWU who formed a Guard of Honour at the funeral from the Cathedral to Drumcor with Father Malachy Byrne officiating.

February 4^th 1950 Cavan Branch ITGWU Chairman John Murray Vice Chairman Paddy Brady Secretary John Lennon.Committee P Johnston P Lee M Jermyn J Brady Josie Greenan D Gilchrist A McKenna Tony Pryce Johnny Martin Pat Kirby John Burns Shop Stewards P Johnston UDC and Thomas Cullivan.

Magnet Players Killygarry present ‘Mountain Dew at Saint Joseph’s Hospital Lisdarn. Draw was won by Tony Tighe 2^nd Aidan Smith Lisdarn Hospital and 3^rd Rose Cullen Dunaven 4^th Tessie Reilly 5^th Owen Donohoe Arch Café Main Street.Dr Cooney County MOH returned thanks to all the artistes and audience who supported a most enjoyable and entertaining evening.

Death of Patrick Savage in Portstewart former Sergeant in RIC stationed in Cavan and other areas until disbanded in 1922.

Sean Greene Latt is on his way to Australia accompanied by Jim Donnelly Deggan.Presented with a wallet of notes at a function by his many friends in the area.

Death of Michael De Lacy former Cavan County Manager who replaced MA Veale when he moved to Laois Offaly. Senior official of the Department of Local Government he was very popular with staff and customers who he served with distinction. In his youth he spent a number of years in Australia where he excelled in sport and represented the Wallabies in Senior International Rugby.

February 11^th 1950 Investiture of 26 new Scouts in Scout Den T Sweeney Peter Storey Cyril McGovern Jimmy Duignan Dessie McKenna Paddy Flynn Des Dale Eamonn Donohoe Sean Woods Joe Mullery Peter Kinsella Paddy McNamara Mel Doherty P Reilly T Fitzpatrick Sean Donohoe Tommy O Donnell Paddy Flynn John Maguire Peter Maguire Tommy McEvoy Liam Kinsella Patrick McNamara O Brady Brendan Agnew T Gogarty.PN Smith Chairman was unavoidably absent but Father Patrick Gargan Diocesan Chaplin presided Scoutmaster John Donohoe Assistant Scoutmaster John Walsh Brothers Mark Oswin Luke Timothy and David.Seamus Gilheaney NT John Maguire Matty Corcoran Treasurer and Buglers Teddy McCormack and Leo Ronan.

Joe Fitzpatrick RIP well known family Draper Upper Main Street (Eason’s) leaves Estate valued at £14,478.Including £500 to Chief assistant and cousin Peter Fitzpatrick £500 for Masses £50 to Saint Vincent De Paul and £10 each to all shop assistants presently working in the shop.

Death of John Smith Coach Builder College Street just one day after returning home for good from England where he spent the last 40 years. Funeral from the Cathedral to Killygarry cemetery.

Death of Con Donohoe at the residence of his daughter Mrs JJ Greene Butcher Upper Main Street. Funeral from the Cathedral to Killygarry cemetery with Father Charles Cartwright officiating.

TK Igoe UDC and Postman Cavan Post Office is made a presentation of a wallet of notes by his colleagues in Cavan Post Office at a function in the Railway Hotel on the occasion of his promotion to Drogheda.Oliver Finlay presided and also present were J Timoney Postmaster M McKenna Overseer Michael Ryan Tommy Hughes Paddy Duffy Andy O Brien NT and Mary Brady Chair Cavan UDC.Mr Igoe is a former Chairman of the Post Office Workers Union and at the moment is campaigning for a better copy of the National Anthem to be played at performances in the Magnet Cinema !

Castlerahan Players will premiere Jimmy McEntee’s latest play ‘Mixed Spice’ in Castlerahan Hall on the first Sunday of Lent.

7^th Annual Boy Scouts Dance with the Billy Carter Orchestra from Bray.Hall lavishly decorated Spot Prizes.

March 4^th 1950 Smyth’s 60 Main Street Cavan are offering the new Servis washing machines on Easy Terms. Demonstrations each day.Machine only uses ¼ of a unit of electricity per hour and  washes spotlessly clean !.

Phil Ruddy is presented with an 8 day clock and a wallet of notes by Father Jimmy O Reilly Adm at a function in Coolboyogue School to mark his retirement after 40 years service. Music by Eugene Leddy’s Ceilidhe Band. Dancing by the  Farrell School of Dancing Tony Gertie and Vera. Musical items by Seamus and Eddie McPhillips Tom Sheanon Brian Browne and Phil Smith. Master Keaney thanks Phil Ruddy for handing over the school  as “a well oiled efficient machine”. Sentiment re echoed by Mrs O Reilly Assistant.

Death of Mrs M Greene at the residence of her daughter Minnie McCarren Brookvale Farnham Road. Funeral in Castlerea county Roscommon.

Father and uncle of Dickey Black Church Street die the same day. Natives of Strokestown County Roscommon both were extensive farmers. In recent years Michael Black father of Dickey came to live with his son in Church Street and was a very well known respected personality who was in top form up to 2 months ago.Rev Mr Slack officiated at the huge funeral from Saint John’s Church Strokestown to the adjoining cemetery. Later a meeting of County Cavan Harriers adjourned as a mark of respect to the family of the late Michael Black.

Death of Margaret Murray SRN New York. She was daughter of Tommy Murray UDC Breffni Terrace Cavan. Tommy is presently in hospital as a result of breaking his legs when he fell down the steps adjacent to his home.

Death of Mrs Jack Charters (Nee Galligan) the Bungalow Breffni Park. Father Charles Cartwright officiated at the funeral from the Cathedral to Potahee.

Labour led by new Prime Minister Clement Atlee sweep into power in Britain with 315 seats against the Conservatives 296 seats. Liberals almost obliterated now have only 9 seats while the others have 3 and the Communist Party lost all of their seats. Sir Stafford Cripps is Chancellor of the Exchequer while Ernest Bevan is Foreign Secretary.

March 11^th 1950 Death of Rev Mother Mary Paul Poor Clare Convent where she was Sacristan for over 30 years. Entered the Convent in 1883 and was Professed in 1886.She was Vicaress for a number of years. Youngest daughter of Francis Eardley Farnham Street Head Inspector of Works Cavan County Council. Predeceased by her brothers Rev JH Eardley Castlewellan County Down Rev Charles Eardley PP Rockorry Doctor HE Eardley Burtonport County Down sisters late Sister Mary Benedict Saint Louis Convent Monaghan .Rev John Maguire Vicar General Cootehill and formerly Adm Cavan was the chief celebrant of her funeral Mass from the Convent Chapel to the adjoining cemetery where prayers at the graveside were recited by Father Charles Cartwright.

Death of James Sheridan Farnham at the age of 84.Over 50 years in the employment of Lord Farnham. He lived in one of the Labourer’s cottages adjoining the Estate. Father P Connolly PP officiated at the funeral from Saint Patrick’s Drumcor to the adjoining cemetery.

Cmdt John Joe O Reilly will captain the Ulster team to play Leinster in the Railway Cup Final on Saint Patrick’s Day.

Jim Brady Cavan Professional Boxer outpoints Billy Stewart over 6 *3 minute rounds at the Ulster Hall. Jim’s crisp left hand lead and elusive movement won the fight and dominated from round 1. The verdict in Jim’s favour was received with enthusiasm by a capacity audience.

Butlersbridge Players present Autumn in the local Hall starring Miss N Armstrong Sheila McGovern Nora Brown M/Sean O Hare Paddy McGowan Phil McGowan J Farrell B Fitzpatrick F McPhillips Brian Brown. Dancing by Tony Gertie and Vera Farrell. Music by The McPhillips Brothers with Mick Foynes MC.

March 16^th 1950 Death of Catherine Gannon 13 Elm Park Sandycove.Wife of JP Gannon former Co Cavan Accountant and Secretary Cavan County Council.She was sister of John F O Hanlon Managing Director Anglo Celt and the late ET O Hanlon Editor Anglo Celt and Mrs Finlay Killynebber.Went to reside in Dublin in 1929.Gifted and accomplished Pianist she gave many public recitals in Cavan. Generous decent personality she was popular with all. Survived by her son Joseph H Gannon Maureen Dunn and Erne Gannon. Funeral from Sandycove to Cullies cemetery.

Death of Mrs E Burns Mitchell Street after an illness of 3 weeks. She was an accomplished singer and musician. Survived by her daughter and relatives. Father JJ O Reilly Adm officiated at the funeral from the Cathedral to Cullies.

March 25^th 1950 Ulster beat Leinster 4-11 to 1-7 in the Railway Cup Final at Croke Park before a crowd of 40,256 gate receipts £3,393 having led by 3-5 to 0-2 at half time having played with wind and sun in the first half. The referee was Dan Ryan of Tralee and the teams were paraded by the Artane Boys Band who entertained the crowd with Saint Patrick’s Day numbers at half time .Ulster J O Hare Down John Joe O Reilly Captain Cavan Mickey Moyna Monaghan Paddy Smith Cavan PJ Duke Cavan P O Neill Armagh S Quinn Armagh Phil Brady Cavan Victor Sherlock Cavan Kevin Armstrong Antrim Peter Donohoe Cavan Hughie McKearney Monaghan Subs Sean Gallagher Donegal for Victor Sherlock Check.

Over 1,500 attend the Saint John Bosco film in the Magnet Cinema. All proceeds were in aid of the Salesian Missionary College.

Death of Mrs N Smith wife of Patrick Smith Draper Carrigallen County Leitrim and mother of Margaret ‘Daisy’ McCarren Saint Helen’s Cavan.

Untimely death of Mrs Brennan  wife of Dennis ( Dinny) Brennan at a very young age Painter Wolfe Tone Street. They were only married for 5 months. Father Jimmy O Reilly Adm officiated at the funeral from the Cathedral to Killoughter Cemetery.

Death of Rose Smith Breffni Terrace after a long illness. Funeral from the Cathedral to Cullies Cemetery. She was a sister of Charlie Smith Secretary Cavan Association New York.

Death of well known business man Con Smith while attending the Railway Cup Finals in Croke Park at the age of 65.Very popular personality. He was deeply involved with the GAA and a benefactor of Saint Joseph’s Young Priest Society. He ran a Pub and Grocery at the Sibin Main Street and among his employees was Mary Rodgers later to be Mary Finegan 73 Upper Main Street. Collapsed just after half time and despite medical and spiritual aid was pronounced dead at the scene. Many of the Cavan team and officials attended the huge funeral with over 100 cars following the cortege from the Cathedral to Drumkilly Cemetery. He is survived y his brothers sisters and other relatives.

Cavan’s 5^th Drama Festival plays to capacity attendances at Cavan Town Hall. Entries from all over Ireland including Cork Galway Mayo Sligo Louth Meath Armagh Fermanagh Westmeath and Cavan. Winners of the Dr Lyons Cup in the Open Section were Saint Brigid’s Dunleer County Louth with ‘The Vanished Village’ Best Producer Nancy Carroll Dunleer Winners of the Confined and Aldermann Hugh Lee Cup the Magnet Players Killygarry with ‘The Rugged Path’ Winners of the One Act Play were Phoenix Players Tubbercurry with ‘The Workhouse Ward’ by Lady Gregory Wiinners of the AOH Cup Saint Aidan’s Troupe Butlersbridge with ‘Knocknagow’ Best Actor Tom McLoughlin Armagh Best Actress Ethna Fay Ballyjamesduff. CYMS.

Michael Ryan employee of Cavan Post Office for the last 12 years is made a presentation of a wallet of notes by his colleagues in Cavan Post Office in the Old Globe Hotel on the occasion of his departure on promotion to Dublin. Very well known in Cavan town he  stayed in McEntee’s Breffni Bar 57 Upper Main Street.

Death of Margaret McGahern Wolfe Tone Street. Father Cartwright officiated at the funeral from the Cathedral to Drumcor.

April 8^th 1950 Fundraiser in Butlersbridge Hall in aid of the local football club. Songs by Sean Browne E Brogan Tommy Smyth and Eddie McPhillips. Hornpipes and Reels Una Meehan with Mick Foynes MC.

Saint John Bosco Boxing Club Cavan annual tournament in Town Hall.Eamon Donohoe beat S Cunningham Navan Patsy Lawlor beat N Finnegan Navan Peter Lawlor lost to A McDermott Navan Flyweight Sean Donohoe (Irish Finalist and Ulster Champion 1947 -1949) KO P Cunningham Navan Bantamweight Leo Ronan beat P Connolly Tullycorbett Featherweight Ronnie Bell beat L Fay Navan Tommy Duignan beat T O Rourke Ballinamore Terry Duignan beat N Finnegan Dunsaughlin Charlie Murray beat C Connolly Tullycorbett.Officials were Sgt Stapleton FCA Navan Dr FPE Smith Cavan John Donohoe Scoutmaster S Duncan Navan M Joyce and J McCabe Tullycorbett.

April 15^th 1950 Exchequer Returns for 1949 Revenue £74,025,000 Expenditure £81,211,000 Deficit £7,186,008 !

 

Tom Clarke Smith’s Garage and William Keyes badly shaken as their two vehicles collide at McGinnity’s corner. Both men were released from hospital later in the evening.

Death of Mrs Browne wife of William Browne MA Cathedral Road. Ill for a number of months she leaves her husband and 2 young sons Brendan and Patrick. Funeral from the Cathedral to Cullies.

AG Anketell resident in Cavan for a number of years and well known in tennis and golfing circles is promoted Manager of the Ulster Bank Killybegs County Donegal.

Death of one of Cavan’s greatest reporters and Sinn Fein activist Thomas T Walsh Church Street on Easter Sunday at his residence at the age of 71.Native of Westport County Mayo joined the Editorial Staff of the Anglo Celt 47 years ago and was Chief Reporter for 25 years. Worked in the Connaught Telegraph in Castlebar before coming to Cavan. Prominent in the establishment of Sinn Fein in the County. He took an active part in the fight for Independence and was interred in Ballykinlar and Crumlin Road Gaol in Belfast by the British. Very active in GAA circles he was instrumental in forming a hurling team in Cavan town in 1904 and was an active member of Cavan Slashers GFC.Very religious he visited the Cathedral at least once a day and he was a man of deep religious and political conviction. Sick for only 2 months. Father John Hunt officiated at he funeral from the Cathedral to Cullies where the coffin draped in the tricolour was carried part of the journey by his colleagues in the Anglo Celt. A Guard of Honour was drawn up from colleagues in the old IRA who were all interred with him during the struggle for Independence including Michael and Thomas Foynes Butlersbridge Michael McGearty Matt Tully and Owen Burns Charlie Reilly Drumherrish Pol McSeain Cornafean CP Fitzpatrick Ballinagh Sean O Farrell  Cavan. Walter Higgins Drung sounded the last post at the graveside. He is survived by his wife Eileen son Stephen B Nuala and Ita.

Death of Kate O Dowd who lived with her relatives Mr and Mrs Tom O Rourke Lake View. Funeral from the Cathedral to Killygarry.

Sean Dwane son of Mr TW Dwane former Postmaster in Cavan has completed a 2 year Agricultural Course at the Salesian College Pallashenry and will manage a 500 acre farm in Ontario Canada.

Rate Collection for the Urban area of Cavan amounts to £11,557 representing a collection of 97.80%.Arrears amount to £282 of which only £3 will be written off says County Manager Dermot McCarthy.

April 22^nd 1950 Serious accident at Kilmore Cross at 7 Am on Monday morning .Jim Mullery and his friends Kathleen and Molly Rorke Assistants in Mc Cusker’s Hair Salon and Kathleen McGirr Arva aged 6 are all detained in Cavan Surgical Hospital after the car in which Jim Mullery was driving was in collision with a tree at Kilmore on their way back from a weekend in Sligo. The car was a complete write off and the occupants received head injuries not thought to be life threatening.

Patrick McCaffrey Junior Mitchell Street has a miraculous escape from serious injury when a tree he was watching being felled  went out of control and he was hit with a branch at the Plantation in Cloverrhill.

April 29^th 1950 Scouts Revue 1950 features the new singing sensation Frank McPhail of Radio Eireann fame.

Death of Frank Jackson Wolfe Tone Street after a short illness. Worked all his life at M/S Fagan’s Glenalara Swellan.Well known member of the Workers Union. Survived by his wife family and many relatives.

Death of Jane Cartwright Mitchell Street on Wednesday her 25^th birthday. Father Charles Cartwright officiated at the funeral from the Cathedral to Cullies.

Transport Workers Union presents Patrick O Reilly with a wallet of notes on the occasion of his emigration to the USA. The Social in the Town Hall concluded with the singing of He is a Jolly Good Fellow’ and the National Anthem.

President Sean T and Mrs Kelly are received in private audience by Pope Pius XII on the occasion of their State Pilgrimage to the Vatican for Holy Year.

May 6^th1950 Meeting of Cavan Urban Council Mary Brady Chairman presiding present were M/S J Muldoon AG Fegan BT Corr and Patrick McDonnell Baker County Manager Dermot McCarthy and Town Clerk Michael Conlon.Good news as the Manager announces that the Urban Rate for this year is reduced by 1/6.

Sudden death of the great PJ Duke at Saint Vincent’s Hospital Dublin shocks the country and particularly every village and town in County Cavan. Thousands at the May Fair in Bailieborough are numb with shock and many tears are shed while the same pattern is repeated all over the county with people bursting into tears as his death was announced on the Radio Eireann News Bulletins. In Dublin his team mates file past the coffin in the Mortuary at Saint Vincent’s before carrying his remains to the waiting hearse for his last journey home to Stradone. In O Connell Street all businesses closed traffic was stopped and thousands thronged the footpaths to catch a glimpse of the famous Cavan team lining both sides of the hearse. In Blanchardstown Clonee Navan Kells and Virginia thousands stand with head bared tears streaming down their cheeks mourning the loss of one of Cavan’s greatest warriors. Saint Brigid’s Church in Larah was packed to capacity as friends and neighbours come to pay their respects. The coffin was draped in both the UCD and Cavan colours and his football boots stood on top of the coffin. The young altar servers carried the 14 wreaths to his grave while his team mates carried PJ from the Church to his final resting place.Rev Father Ryan CC assisted by Rev J Canon Keogan and Rev L Corr CC officiated at the graveside. PJ Duke is survived by his parents Andrew and Mrs Duke brothers Charles Vincent Tom sisters Betty and Kathleen. PJ Duke was the holder of 2 All Ireland Senior medals- playing in 4 Finals (1945 1947 1948 and 1949) 4 Ulster Senior Championship medals 1 National League 1948 1 Railway Cup won on Saint Patrick’s Day 1950.McRory Cup medals with Saint Patrick’s College 1942 and 1943 representing Ulster Colleges on both occasions 3 Sigerson Cp medals 1945 1949 and 1947 when he captained UCD to victory. In 1950 he represented the Combined University against Ireland where he came up against his old friend and Cavan team mate Victor Sherlock producing a classic performance. He was a final year Dentistry student at UCD and was due to sit his finals next month.

May 13^th 1950 Peter A Fitzpatrick 31 Market Street Cootehill is appointed Law Agent for County Cavan. Native of Scotshouse Peter is married to Church Street native Rose Taggart (Coachbuilders). He is brother of Tom Fitzpatrick Solicitor Cavan.

Tenants appointed to 20 new houses in Kilnavara (Saint Phelim’s Place) 1 William Allen Baker 2 James McCabe Shop Assistant 3 Thomas A Pryce Lorry Driver 4 Hugh P McEntee Rate Collector 5 Patrick McGrath Garda Sergeant 6 J P Keegan Health Inspector 7 Mrs Josephine Sheridan Postmistree 8 Thomas Donlon School’s Inspector 9 John McSherry Garda 10 Bernard Cullen Insurance Agent 11 MJ Magee School Teacher 12 Patrick Flynn Home Support Officer 13 Terry Dowd Garage Foreman 14 Henry Agnew Retired 15 Tommy Cusack Postman 16 Gerry T Moore Plasterer 17 James Graham Driver 18 Walter Lambert Pensioner 19 Edward Sharkey Labourer 20 Patrick Brady Carpenter. Dermot McCarthy County Manager announces that the total rental income from houses to Cavan UDC is £2,293 of which a staggering £2,233 was collected.

Death of Frank Sheehy at his residence Hammersmith London on May 10^th 1950.His daughter is married to Edward Johnston Wolfe Tome Street. Outstanding footballer with Cavan Slashers in the 1920-1930 period.

Death of Elizabeth Heslin Kelly’s Terrace after a long illness.

Jumble Sale in aid of the recently formed Girl’s Cub in the Town Hall where it was announced hat a branch of the Legion of Mary was being organised and a book lending service courtesy of Cavan County Library was being established.

May 20^th 1950 Cyril Anderson is the winner of the bronze medal at the Feis Cheoil for Senior Piano (Caroline O Reilly Cup) where there were 43 entries from all over the country. Cyril is a teacher in the Royal school and is secretary Cavan Lawn Tennis Club Farnham Street and Organiser of the famous Cavan Open week in August each year.

National Senators and MPs at their annual Conference in the North ask the Republic government to give seats in the Senate and Dail to Nationalist elected representatives in Northern Ireland.

Mollie Soden Chief Probate Officer is appointed a Commissioner for Oaths by the Minister for Justice.

Drumcrave Band Committee pass a vote of sympathy with the relatives of Bernard Young RIP who was a founder member of the band in 1890.

Excursion from Portadown arrives in Cavan with 300 free spending clients shopping for items not available in Northern Ireland. O Nell Pipe Band  parade the town several times making a big impression with their stirring selections and magnificent uniforms. Later they took up a generous collection.

Glut of potatoes at Cavan Market with Banners 1/10 to 2/- a stone and Pinks from 2/4 to 2/6 a stone. Trade was fairly brisk with 156 bags sold.

The Tercentenary of the birth of Saint John Bosco De Las Salle who was canonised in 1900 celebrated in the Cathedral on May 14^th with Father John Hunt officiating and Father Vincent K Kennedy on the organ accompanying the De La Salle Boy’s Choir.

May 27^th 1950 Huge crowds attend the Parish Mission in the Cathedral Killygarry and Butlersbridge given by Father Sorahan and Father Phair OMI.

Death of Peter Smith uncle of John Smith Killygarry and uncle of Paddy and Donie Smith Cavan county footballers. Funeral from the Cathedral to Killygarry with Father Charles Cartwright and Father Robert McCabe officiating.

For the first time in living memory neither male or female presenting themselves for Hire at Cavan May Fair. Hopefully we have seen the end of this barbaric custom.

Two very respectable members of the recent Portadown outing to Cavan appear at Cavan District Court charged with stealing 2 rolls of spin silk from the premises of Maurice Brady Man Street. Justice Patrick Lavery in extending the POA on condition that they keep the peace fined the two gentlemen £1 each and compliment Garda Bligh for his quick action in apprehending them at Cavan Station where he found the two rolls of silk concealed beneath their coats. Both were much the worse for drink and Justice Lavery told them if they came to the attention of the Court again they would get 6 months in Mountjoy!

Tommy McCormick conducts a guided tour of his magnificent Elmbank Hatchery for Dr Coles Chief Poultry Officer of the British Department of agriculture and Mr Philpote Chief Poultry Inspector of the Department of Agriculture Dublin. Over 250,000 Day Old Chicks are dispatched to Poultry Producers all over Ireland from this most up to date plant which is one of the finest in Europe.

June 3^rd 1950 Death of Mrs Edward Smith College Street. Native of Bailieboro husband was a retired Postman. Funeral from the Cathedral to Cullies with Father Malachy Byrne officiating.

Death of the very well known and popular Billy Morris Upper Main Street at the age of 60 at the Adelaide Hospital Dublin after a short illness. For over 40 years he was on the compositing staff in Cavan Anglo Celt. He was an  outstanding printer and compositor with an artistic eye and speed’s He was a great friend of the Smyth’s McEntee’s and Sullivan’s and joined them fishing hunting and socialising. Very droll sense of humour Billy could make a sharp personal remark which never offended .Survived by his sister Jenny and many relations and friends. The cortege was met on the final journey from Dublin at the School House and the funeral from Cavan Parish Church was one of the biggest ever seen in the town with all shops closed and curtains drawn as mark of respect to a great old residernt.The Celt staff carried the coffin up Church Street and from the hearse to the graveside at the New cemetery where the Rev Young officiated.

Dorie Smith wins the Best Gross at Mullingar Golf Club Open with an 85.Next Sunday Bob Henderson’s Captain’s Prize at County Cavan Golf Club.

June 10th 1950 Bernard Finlay announces that he is opening the newly refurbished Dew Drop Inn specialising in Beer Grocery and Confectionery at 2 Connolly Street formerly owned by Vincent Cullen. The Monumental Works adjacent will still continue under his management and all orders received will be executed on time.

Owenie McGovern playing off 16 with a score of 68 nett wins the Captain’s Bob Henderson’s Prize at County Cavan Golf Club 2^nd Tomas Donlon School’s Inspector (18) with 69 nett.52 competed for the Prize.

Cavan reap full revenge on Meath by winning the 1950 League Final (Home).It was decided at Congress to admit New York to play in the League Final against Cavan when they are over in August.

Rev Charles Young nephew of Thomas Young Ashe Street Publican and a native of Swanlinbar is ordained to the Priesthood at Saint Kieran’s College Kilkenny. He will minister in San Diego California.

Death of J Allen Nee McDermott Mitchell Street after a long illness borne with courage and fortitude. Father Charles Cartwright officiated at the Funeral from the Cathedral to Cullies.

Dickey Mullery Norman Cinnamond and Richard Black are the chief promoters of the new cycling Club planned for Cavan town. Untimely death of Ann O Reilly Imperial Hotel at a Dublin Nursing Home after a very short illness. She was sister of T Plunkett Chairman County Cavan Farmers. Highly respected and religious she leaves a husband Phil and 5 children Marie Breda Christina Philip and Oliver who is only 5 weeks old.Rev John Hunt CC officiated at the funeral from the Cathedral to Killygarry Cemetery.

Harry Bradshaw and Joe Carr enthral a huge crowd who paid 2/6 each in a 27 hole exhibition match at County Cavan Golf Club.

June 17^th 1950 Liam Bogue Junior from Drogheda opens new Sawmills overlooking Breffni Park. He is presently building a dwelling house adjacent to the Mill. He will turn out hurleys and brush handles. His father designed and manufactured the clock in Croke Park known to thousands of Gaels.

June 24^th 1950 4 bus loads of visitors from Bray and Dun Laoire enjoy a day out in Cavan capped off with a lively Social in Gannon’s Hall.

Death of William Gichreest Pullamore after a lingering illness. Father CA Cartwright officiated at the Funeral from the Cathedral to Killygarry.

Death of Bernard Lynch Crubany.Huge attendance at the Cathedral bore testimony to his popularity. Father Malachy Byrne officiated at the funeral from the Cathedral to Killygarry.

July 1st 1950 Rev Patrick Flood Chaplin to the American Air Force returns to Germany after a holiday with his father Patrick at Tullyco Cavan.

Death of Frank Brady Tierquin well known sportsman and huntsman. He was an enthusiastic follower of Cavan county football team. He was a founder member of Cavan Hunt Club. Funeral from the Cathedral to Killygarry Cemetery.

Congratulations to Barry Cullen Farnham Street who passed his 3^rd Medical Exam at UCD with 1^st class honours. He is 2^nd son of Dr Bertie and Maura Cullen Farnham Street.

MJ Sonny Magee playing off 8 shows his wonderful versatility by winning the Cullen Cup 3 up at County Cavan Golf Club 2^nd was M O Rourke (16) 3^rd Paddy McManus (20) and 50 competed.

Over 80,000 Pioneers pack into Croke Park reciting the heroic offering marking the Golden Jubilee of the Pioneer Total Abstinence Association.

US joins the Korean War on Saturday July 8^th 1950. President Truman orders the United States 24^th Infantry Division to the battle front as Communist Troops  from the North push into South Korea where they are met with token resistance. The US Navy under General McArthur commence blockading the coast while the American Air Force are ordered to bomb strategic positions in North Korea.

July 8^th 1950 Oliver Finlay Cavan Post Office as a result of the Civil Servant Examinations is promoted Officer GPO Dublin. Presentation to Oliver a native of Bridge Street by J Timoney Postmaster on behalf of indoor and outdoor staff.

Adam Louden former Butcher in the town and now 36 years in Canada visits Cavan for a holiday. He is manager of a large Slaughtering Plant in Vancouver.

Death of K Smith wife of Michael Pullamore.Huge funeral from the Cathedral to Killygarry. She leaves husband Michael and 8 children.

Thousands of cyclists pass through the town on their way to the Ulster Semi Final in Clones.750 passengers travelled by train with GNR Railways and were among the 15,000 who saw Cavan beat Antrim 1-12 to 2-6 in the Ulster Semi Final in Clones.

July 15^th 1950 Sister M Angela sister of George Maloney Pound Archway and the late Mary Josephine Smyth 60 Main Street and Annaly House 7 Cootehill Road Cavan celebrates the Golden Jubilee of her Profession on the Feast of Saint Peter and Paul at the Sacred Heart Novitiate and Provincialate Rearsby Leicester England. The Bishop pf Nottingham and a large number of clergy joined in the ceremonies. Later Sister Angela along with the American Mother Abbess paid a visit to Rome for Holy Year where she was received  by Pope Pius xii in private audience at the Vatican.

Death of Douglas Hyde the first President of Ireland at the age of 89 after a long illness. Eminent gaelic scholar and writer he was the founder of the Gaelic League.

Phil Reilly The Imperial Hotel suffers second bereavement within a few weeks of his wife’s death with his brother James Reilly Tullyinchin Laragh passing away. The funeral was very well attended from Carrickallen Church to the adjoining cemetery.

Paddy Reilly Lisdarn T Farrelly and Jimmy Smith are among the delegates at the Foresters Convention in Drogheda.

July 22^nd 1950 Sister M Patricia Kelly Medical Missionaries of Mary takes her final degree in Medicine at UCD.She will work among the poor Pagans and Lepers in Africa. She is a daughter of John Kelly Tax Officer and a native of Redhills.

Death of Grace Finegan Rockville Corlurgan.She was a gentle religious person of advanced years. She was a sister of the late Bishop Patrick Finegan and niece of Bernard Finegan both Bishops of Kilmore.Sister of Mrs Packenham M Finegan and A Finegan and aunt of Mollie Finegan NT and Jim Finegan Corlurgan.Father Charles Cartwright officiated at the funeral from the Cathedral to Cullies.

July 29^th1950 Armagh beat Cavan to win their first Ulster Senior Championship since 1903.Celebrations went on long into the night in Clones.

Superintenent P Hennelly establishes a  Boxing Club in Ballyhaise with a big tournament organised for the 15^th August at which boxers from all the adjacent counties will take part. Sergeant Hennelly was on the Irish Olympic Boxing Team of 1932 in Los Angeles winning a coveted Golden Gloves title in 1933.

Death of Mrs Charlie Reilly Drumherrish.She was widow of John Reilly and daughter of Matthew Smith Drumcrave.She was a wonderful conversationalist and could recall events back to Fenian times. She was mother of Poll topping County Councillor Charles Reilly Clann Na Poblachta and Eugene Reilly Supervisor County Cavan Cow Testing Association. Father Malachy Byrne officiated at the funeral from the Cathedral to Cullies cemetery.

Thomas Browne 13 son of Paddy Browne now 23 years in England is awarded a 3 year Scholarship by the City Council London where his father is employed as a Labourer.

Death of the legendary Paddy Reilly Mill Rock after a long illness borne with great dignity and courage. Founder member of the Cavan Labour Band who played the Dead March from Saint Phelim’s to the Cathedral and formed a Guard of Honour as the hearse inched towards Cullies where Father Malachy Byrne an old friend of the deceased officiated. Paddy was a gifted Electrician with Smyth’s 60 Main Street and was known far and wide for his good nature and great skill as he brought the benefits of Electricity to the people of County Cavan. Lifetime member of the Confraternity of the Holy Family.

Over 700 travel by train to Clones while thousands cycled the 18 miles journey returning in dry weather after a very wet morning. Armagh beat Cavan to win their first Ulster title since 1903 and celebrations continued long into the night. Cavan now have the arduous task of playing New York in Croke Park next Sunday in the National League Final.

August 5^th 1950 Very Rev Canon Mitchell MA Ballymena is elected Bishop of Kilmore Ardagh and Elphin in succession to Dr Hughes who has resigned due to ill health.

Brid Sheridan County Librarian appeal is for more funds to refurbish and extend Library facilities particularly at Central Headquarters. There are 50 centres throughout the County and many have become dilapidated in the 20 years since the Library Service was founded.

Father Michael Smith is spending a holiday with his sister Mrs Tuite Sub Post Office Virginia. Father Smith is brother of Philip and Bennie Smyth Merchants Main Street.

Maureen Cosgrave daughter of Packy and Mrs Cosgrove Wolfe Tone Street wins 6 medals at the Annual Ballyjamesduff Feis while Kathleen Hicks daughter of Patrick and Mrs Hicks Emmett Place wins 5 medals at the same Feis.

Frank Carroll and Tony Dunne are in Belgium on holidays. Trouble is reported in Belgium as attempts are made to unseat King Leopold.

Whist Drive in Smith’s Railway Hotel in aid of Breffni Park Improvement Fund.

August 12th 1950.Sympathy is extended to Michael Farrelly Tullac Mongan and Cavan Labour Band  on his recent bereavement and the family of the late Paddy Reilly Mill Rock on the death of Paddy a founding member of Cavan Labour Band.

Valerie McCarren Finalist in the Irish Junior Championships at London Bridge Road Dublin. She is daughter of Tom and Minnie McCarren Brookvale.

August 19th 1950 Wettest Summer in 26 years .In his first address to his Flock Bishop Quinn calls for prayers for good weather.

Princess Elizabeth Duchess of Edinburgh gives birth to her second child a girl called Anne at her London residence Clarence House. Anne is becomes 3^rd in line to the throne after her brother Charles who was born on November 14^th 1948. Sean T O Kelly President ov Ireland sent a telegram of congratulations on behalf of the people of Ireland.

Death of Pat Brady Draper Upper Main Street deeply respected and very religious. Business man he  carried on a drapery store at Upper Main Street opposite Smyth’s Electrical in the shop now occupied by The Health Shop. Sub Prefect in the Holy Family Confraternity which he served with distinction for over 40 years. He was brother o Father Brady PP Ferbane County Offaly. Native of Gowna he was a noted footballer in his youth. Survived by his wife and daughter Vera. Father Charles Cartwright officiated at the Funeral from the Cathedral to Killygarry Cemetery.

Farewell in New Jersey to Mrs M Carroll and Kathleen Marron who are returning to Ireland. Attending the function were Winnie and Pete Smith late of the Courthouse C Boylan Mr and Mrs Robert Byrne Mr and Mrs Harry Dawson formerly Keadue Lodge.

August 26th 1950 Joe Dunne 20 is knocked down and killed as he cycled to town when his bike was in collision with a van driven by Michael Hill coming from the Ballyjamesduff area at Moynehall Crossroads. Great interest in sport he was a very popular young man in the area. Funeral from Killygarry Church to Killygarry Cemetery. Inquest into the accident and death at Cavan Courthouse adjourned. Jury Dickie Black Bennie Conaty Ned Cooke Johnny Donohoe Bernard Tully Joseph Harbinson Jim Leonard Pat McDonnell and George Morris.

Death of Kitsey McLoughlin only daughter of Tomas McLoughlin Creamery Manager Ballyhaise and Plush Cloverrhill.Noted and outstanding member of Saint Aidan’s Dramatic Society Butlersbridge, she was a very well known and highly successful step dancer at concerts all over the area. Father JJ O Reilly Adm officiated at the funeral from  Saint Aidan’s Butlersbridge to Saint Aidan’s cemetery.

 Cavan Boy Scouts are back from a very enjoyable but very wet Camp in Enniscrone County Sligo. They were employed during their stay as Stewards at Enniscrone Carnival selling tickets and distributing programmes also at Enniscrone Swimming Gala. Their itinerary consisted of Rising at 8 Drill until 8:30 Wash make beds before Breakfast at 9.Then peeling spuds carrying water etc until Dip in the Sea. After Dinner at 2 Siesta until 3:30 Football and games on the Strand Tea at 6 Free from 7:30 until 9:30 unless permission granted to attend a Cinema Show. Then Rosary followed by Supper and Lights Out.

Mrs P Galligan continues to promote the very successful CIE Pilgrimages to Knock with a capacity crowd of over 40 last Sunday. The bus detoured to Carrick on Shannon to pick up some Leitrim Pilgrims. Two more buses are travelling to Knock before the end of the Season and Mrs Galligan appeals for early bookings to avoid disappointment.

Over 150 female teachers attend a course on Kindergarten Schooling given by Miss O Donnell and Mrs Irwin in the Convent School. Teachers from Cavan Monaghan Leitrim Longford Galway and Limerick in attendance.

September 2nd 1950 Anna M Scott wins a Scholarship to Loreto College. She is daughter of Willie and Mrs Scott Moynehall.

Monsignor Austin Quinn DD PP Saint Peter’s Drogheda is consecrated the new Bishop of Kilmore in the Cathedral of Saints Patrick and Phelim by Archbishop of Armagh Dr Dalton assisted by  Dr McNeeley Bishop of Raphoe and Most Rev Dr McNamee Bishop of Ardagh and Clonmacnoise in the presence of the President Sean T O Ceallaigh Taoiseach John Costello Eamonn De Velera Leader of the Opposition and a huge gathering of clergy and Politicians.

The Consecration of the new Protestant Bishop of Kilmore Ardagh and Elphin will take place in Saint Patrick’s Cathedral Armagh on September 21^st at 11 Am. The new Bishop was born in Drumanatt Rectory Smithboro County Monaghan and is married to a daughter of Rev Mr Watson former Rector of Castle Archdale Newtownforbes. He is a former  Rector of Saint Patrick’s Ballymena and was ordained in 1924 when he was appointed Curate at Saint Mary’s Belfast. Moderator in Modern History and Political Science in Trinity College Dublin. Curate in Saint Polycarp’s  Finaghy Belfast and Dean of Residence in Queen’s University. He served as a commissioned officer with distinction in the British army.

 Saint Aidan’s Dramatic Society Butlersbridge 1950 Chairman Joe Brady Vice Chairman Hugh P Reilly Secretary John Fitzsimmons Assistant Secretary John McCardle Joint Treasurers James Hague and John P McCardle Committee H Shields Sean Rehill John Prunty P Callaghan James Shields. Rehearsals and Committee Meetings are strictly private.

One of Ireland’s greatest amateur sportsmen John Blayney retains his Men’s Singles title at County Cavan Tennis Club Farnham Street where there were 16 entries. Practicing on the South West Circuit he was capped for Ireland at Rugby last Season.Mrs RA Bain Ulster Number 1 easily retains her Singles crown while Bill Anderson of the Royal School wins the Men’s Singles Handicap and Mixed Doubles partnering Mrs Reardon. Ladies Doubles won in style by Kitty Sullivan and M McGauran while Jack Poyntz and M Tierney won the Doubles. The Secretary of the Tournament Cyril Anderson is the subject of many compliments in his outstanding organisation of the tournament despite inclement weather.

Death of Catherine Smith College Street. Her husband who was from Bailieborough died 20 years ago .Father Malachy Byrne assisted by Mrs Smiths’ grandson newly ordained Father Tom Halton officiated at the funeral from the Cathedral to Cullies.

Hugh (Bud) McNamara finds an 1777 Danish bronze crown when excavating a building in Clones County Monaghan.

As the wettest Summer in living memory continues the Green Lake floods on to the Dublin Road. Conditions are grim for the saving of hay and crops while there is very little hope of drying the sodden turf in Mullahoran and Bruskey Bogs.

Newry Amateur Brass and Reed Band under their Conductor Tommy Mulligan arrive in 2 buses to parade Cavan town and enjoy their annual outing in the town.

September 16^th 1950 In his first address to the people of his Diocese the new Bishop of Kilmore calls for prayers for an improvement in the weather so that farmers may save the hay crops and turf.

Ethna McGovern Drumkilly scores 72 marks in the Higher Senior Piano Examinations while Colm Mc Govern Drumkilly scores 70 in the Senior Section Una McGovern 80 in Elementary with Tommy Cullivan Cavan scoring 78 Sean Donlon  and Marie Donlon Saint Phelim’s Place 89 and 85 respectively in the Elementary Section. All are pupils of Kathy Brady ALCM Town Hall Street.

Cavan Lawn Tennis Club beat the Pavillion Lawn Tennis Club 8-3 at Town Hall Tennis Court. Rev G Cave beat Dickey Mullery 6-4 0-6 and 6-4 Bill Anderson beat Jack Poyntz 6-2 6-3 Mrs Reardon beat Vera Brady (later Mrs Sherlock) 8-6 6-3 M McGauran beat Mary Gear 0-6 6-0 and 7-5 Jack Halpin and WJ Flannery beat A McLoughlin and Michael Conlon Mrs Flannery and Miss R Harmon beat Sheila McCarren and Kitty Sullivan 6-2 6-4.

September 16^th 1950 Rev Thomas McCormack PP Wales is spending a holiday with his sisters Mrs May Monaghan and Bee Donohoe Upper Main Street.

September 23^rd 1950 Bishop Quinn is Guest of Honour at the Magnet Cinema where the Holy Rosary Sisters ‘Out of the Darkness’ is playing to capacity attendances. A two hour show depicting the Sisters journey from Killeshandra to Africa and their heroic work among the poor and destitute on that Continent. Further showings are scheduled for Bailieborough and Belturbet this week. Meanwhile Bishop Quinn celebrates his first Public Mass at 8 am in the Cathedral of Saints Patrick and Phelim and gives thanks to the people of Cavan for the warmth of their welcome to him.” It won’t be their fault if I don’t feel at home among you “!

Robert Emmett Players Butlersbridge meeting in the Hall members only.

Mullahoran and Cornafean clash in the Senior Football Final on Sunday October 1^{st .}

Ireland beats a fancied England team at Goodison Park. First defeat ever suffered by an English team on home soil.

September 30th 1950 Cavan County Council Elections-Cavan area 7 Seats 1^st Count Paddy Baxter Fine Gael  Outgoing 639 James Cassells Outgoing Fine Gael 634 JC Cole Outgoing 698 Patrick J Conaty New Fianna Fail 508 John F Corr Fianna Fail Outgoing 618 Phillip Cowan Clann Na Poblacht 376 Michael Dowd Fianna Fail Outgoing 483 John McHugh Independent 597 Joe McMahon New 241 Charles O Reilly Clann Na Poblacht Outgoing 1,464 Francis Rehill New 503 Patrick O Reilly ITGWU 220 Ed Sheridan FTU New 288 Terence J Smith FTU 410 Hugh P Tully FTU 191.Elected were Charles Reilly JC Cole Frank Rehill Paddy Baxter James Cassells JF Corr and Paddy Conaty.Meanwhile Tom Fitzpatrick was elected to Cavan Urban Council for the first time where Johnny Murray elected failed to take his seat in protest and PJ Brady Labour Party was selected by the Council to take Murray’s seat. The outgoing Chairman Mary E Brady Independent was elected Chairman while Pat McDonnell was elected Vice Chairman. The other members are Tommy Cullivan Fianna Fail Wolfe Tone Street Gerry Kelly Fianna Fail Connolly Street TJ Fitzpatrick Fine Gael Solicitor Farnham Street Sean Magee Fine Gael Bridge Street John Murray ITGWU Arthur G Fagan Independent Farnham Street Michael Young Fianna Fail Ashe Street. John Murray was subsequently replaced by his colleague PJ Brady ITGWU who polled 11 votes on the first count.

Death of Nicholas P Fitzelle in Wexford father of Mrs PV Coughlan Department of Agriculture Church Street. Secretary of Wexford County Council from 1903-1944 and Chairman of Wexford Committee of Agriculture.

Death of Mary Martin Owen Roe. She was a World War 1 widow of great outgoing personality and worked hard to bring up her large family many of them going to Secondary School and making distinguished careers for themselves. She was mother of Henry Martin Clerk Cavan Court Services Courthouse and a noted musician.

Sergeant Joseph McDonagh is made a presentation of a wallet of notes at a function in the Farnham Hotel on the occasion of his appointment as Station Sergeant in Slane .He will be replaced by sergeant P Henley Ballyhaise former Olympic Boxer and Golden Gloves Finalist of 1933.

D Clarke very popular Poultry Instructress Cavan is made a presentation by her many friends at a Show/Supper in the Railway Hotel. She is taking up a similar appointment in Cork.

Another death in the McLoughlin family as Jack McLoughlin only son of Thomas McLoughlin Creamery Manager Plush Cloverhill.Thomas’ only daughter Kitsey died only a  a few months ago. Funeral from Saint Aidan’s Church to the adjoining Cemetery.

Death of James Devlin Wolfe Tone Street father of the great Joe Devlin Cavan Harps. He was a founder member of Cavan Labour Band who played the Dead March at the Removal from Saint Phelim’s Hospital to the Cathedral and formed a Guard of Honour at the funeral from the Cathedral to Cullies Cemetery where father JJ O Reilly Adm officiated.

Old Age Pension Committee 1950 Rev Archdeacon Shire Rev William McDowell Charles O Reilly County Council Michael Dowd and O Smith .Presiding Officers JJ Maguire and F Flanagan.

October 14^th 1950 John O Connor Monumental Sculpture Monuments cleaned Inscriptions cut limestone and white marble headstones. Estimates free and keenest prices.

CYMS Whist Top Score Kay Brady Main Street 1^st Lady Miss B Smyth 2^nd Josephine McEntee Gents H Smith Abbey Street First Gent P O Connell from a cut with Frank Fitzpatrick 3^rd F Tully.

Death of Mrs Fay College Street .Her husband Tommy is domiciled in England. Her brother James Devlin only died a few weeks ago. Funeral from the Cathedral to Cullies Cemetery.

John McGinnity Travel Agent Bridge Street is guest of Aer Lingus British European Airways and TWA in Rome for the Holy Year ceremonies in Saint Peter’s Square at which Pope Pius XII presided.

October 21^st 1950 Death of Lord Kilbracken at the age of 73 in Kent England. Born in 1877  Hugh John Godley succeeded to the Title on the death of his father in 1932.Served in the House of Lords from 1923-1944 being Chairman of a number of Committees and Counsel to Treasury from 1917-1922.Married Helen Usborne in 1919 and was divorced in 1936.He later married  Rhoda Leonora Taylor a musician’s daughter from Brighton. She was found dead suffering from suspected self inflicted gun shot wounds at their home in Killeshandra in 1943.The heir is Lieutenant Commander John Raymond Godley 30 who won a  DSC for bravery serving in the Fleet in World War 2.Married Penelope Anne in 1943 they have 1 son Christopher John. The 1st Baron was Sir John Arthur Godley who served for 27 years  as Permanent Under Secretary for India.

Times Pictorial Illustrated visits Cavan this week. Wonderful souvenir for 2 pence.

Wall to wall coverage of the Local Government Inquiry into the administration of Dermot McCarthy County Manager begins in the Courthouse.

Vera Brady opens her first shop at her hone 41 Main Street opposite Smyth’s 60 Main Street specialising in General Drapery Ladies and Gents outfitting.

Drama at Local Government Inquiry on Saturday morning as County Manager Dermot McCarthy takes ill and Dr Jack Sullivan testifies that he is unable to give any evidence until Monday morning.

The legendary Father Patrick McNiffe  is re elected Secretary of the Irish Headmasters Association. Father McNiffe is the very popular President of Saint Patrick’s College Cavan.

Cavan Urban Council are completing the second phase of the Saint Phelim’s Place scheme.20 more houses will be ready for letting in the coming weeks. Meanwhile plans are at an advanced stage for the building of a further 33 houses at Tullac Mongan where John T Doonan 10 Lake View is quick off the mark with his application for the post of Night Watchman.

Death of King Gustav of Sweden at the age of 92. He was the oldest reigning Monarch in the World and reigned for an incredible 42 years. He succeeded his father and refused to be officially crowned.

CYMS Whist Top Score Miss Magee 1^st Lady Mrs N Dowd 2^nd Miss E Clarke Gents 1^st Frank Fitzpatrick 2^nd Brian Tierney.

November 4^th The greatest Catholic event of the century-the proclamation of the Sovereign Pontiff Pius XII of the Dogma of the Assumption is heard on Vatican radio by over 1 million people.

 1950 Local Government Inquiry continues in the Courthouse. County Manager Dermot McCarthy is accused of promotion of temporary Engineer, the employment and payment of unlicensed Hauliers.Alleged short loading of County Council stone. The purchase of heavy machinery and plant without consultation. The decision of the County Manager to change from direct labour quarrying of stone to Contract System although strongly advised against it by Assistant County Engineer Michael Brennan.and apparent irregularities in the payment of stone Apparent leaks of confidential information regarding Part Quotation. The loaning of County Council stone to local contractors. Those giving evidence include Dermot McCarthy County Manager G McGovern NT Belturbet Enda P McGovern BE Michael Brennan Chief Assistant County Engineer Michael J Smith Secretary Cavan County Council Jimmy Dawson Machinery Overseer Teddy Smyth K Brady Miss Masterson Miss Fitzgerald Council Staff T Malone Manager Ulster Bank Tom Kenny Assistant County Engineer V Kearns M/S Sissons Brothers and Kearns.

Death of celebrated Irish author playwright critic and pioneering vegetarian George Bernard Shaw at the age of 94 at his home in England following complications following a fall when he broke his hip. His will greatly benefits the National Gallery of Ireland.

Over 1 million people gather in Saint Peter’s Rome on the Feast of All Saints to hear Pope Pius XII proclaim the dogma of the Assumption of the Blessed Virgin in to Heaven greeted with joyous exultation and acclamation. People all over the world listen to the ceremonies on Radio with Radio Eireann carrying a live broadcast of this great event. Among the attendance in Rome was the newly consecrated Bishop of Kilmore Austin Quinn Most Rev Dr Kyne Bishop of Meath and the Primate of All Ireland Archbishop  Dalton.

Billy Carter Orchestra supplies the music at the first County Council Dance in a packed Town Hall which was beautifully decorated for the occasion with valuable spot prizes each dance.

AG Fegan Cavan Urban Council is elected to the National Executive of Municipal Authorities at their annual meeting.

November11th 1950 Requiem Mass for recently deceased Father James McCabe Killygarry in Warwick England. Assistant Parish Priest at Saint Mary’s Wolverhampton since his ordination in 1943.He was extremely popular with all classes and creeds. Rev John Young Kenilworth assisted by Rev Andrew Smith and Rev Patrick Maguire. The Auxiliary Bishop of Birmingham Rev Dr Joseph Masterson presided and Rev Anthony Timlin his successor in Saint Mary’s acted as Master of Ceremonies.

Art McMullin BL son of Surgeon Joseph and Mrs McMullin Cavan is appointed Crown Counsel in Entebbe Uganda East Africa which is just on the Equator. Art practiced on the North East Circuit (Cavan Monaghan Leitrim and Donegal) before his most recent appointment.

Patrick Clerkin son of Mr and Mrs Patrick Clerkin Bridge Street and a Past Pupil of Cavan Techincal School is appointed Manual Teacher in Dundalk .He previously was employed in Cork.

Death of Patrick Reilly Senior Mill Rock at the age of 84.Predeceased by his son Paddy an Electrician in Smyth’s some months ago he is survived by his daughter Agnes. He was an employee of Cavan Urban Council for many years. Father Charles Cartwright officiated at the funeral from the Cathedral to Cullies cemetery.

40 visitors arrive from Carrick County Antrim for Day Trip to Cavan which they enjoyed immensely buying products and goods still scarce in Northern Ireland after the War.

November 26th 1950 Local Government Inquiry finishes on Saturday after 22 days of intensive argument and cross examination. Over 40 witnesses took the stand. Some of them recalled at least once and many of them questioned for up to 10 hours. The cost of £10,000 will be borne by the Ratepayers. There were 2 Senior Counsel 5 Junior Counsel 8 Solicitors. The reports in the Anglo Celt were spread over 5 issues occupying over 106 columns and containing over 110,000 words.

December 4^th 1950 Annual collection for Cavan Red Cross realises the impressive total of £116-15-2 while Ballinagh contributed £39-17-4 and Gowna £29-9-11.Mrs Maloney reports that there are now 44 member of the Cavan Branch with very few of them at all active and it was very difficult to organise 1^st Aid Classes. Miss Murphy said she was planning to canvass the schools in a bid to recruit Junior members. Father John Maguire VG Cootehill presided with William Browne County Director Mollie Finnegan Treasurer Dorrie Smith Secretary and John M Breen County Findraiser.Surgeon McMullin was unable to attend due to work commitments.

Nuptial Mass and Papal Blessing at the marriage of Dr Richard Coffey Waterford and Eilish youngest daughter of Mr and Mrs J Kelly Spring Villas Redhills.

Ralph Sylvester is the very popular Band at the packed McCarren and Company. Town Hall was tastefully decorated and loads of spots.

Rev William McDowell Rector Presbyterian Church Farnham Street blesses the foundation stone at the new Saint Andrew’s Hall Knock bride Road Belfast.

Jim Dwane Night and Sunday Telephonist Cavan Post Office son of former Postmaster DT Dwane is retiring after 5 years to take up a Grocery appointment in Limerick. Most obliging courteous official a fountain pen and pencil set was presented by his colleagues in Cavan Post Office to mark his retirement.

Neither boys or girls present themselves for hiring at the November Fair. The passing of slavish custom is no loss to the Community.

Aldermann Hugh Lee former Lord Mayor of Manchester is made a Knight Commander of the Order of Saint Gregory.Aldermann Lee a native of Corrahoe Lavey presented the Hugh Lee Cup to Cavan Drama Festival on its foundation in 1945 and his wife is National President of the Catholic Mother’s Union.

December 2nd 1950 Frank Conlon Cavan’s leading Auctioneer and former proprietor of the Ritz Bar opens a new Drapery and Outfitting Store just opposite the Convent.

An amazing crowd of 10,000 watch Meath the All Ireland Champions beat Cavan 1-6 to 1-5 in the Fitzsimmons Cup Final in Kells where Connie Halton Mullahoran fills the out of favour Willie Doonan’s right full back berth and John Joe O Reilly was as usual Man of the Match.

Michael H Geraghty Cavan Post Office is successful in the Civil servant examinations and takes up a post as Clerical Officer in Meath County Council in Navan.He is a native of Dundalk County Louth.

Cosgrove’s Licensed premises in Bridge Street sold to PJ McEntee in trust for £1,800. Frank Conlon was the Auctioneer and TJ Fitzpatrick had carriage.

Death of Peter Galligan Breffni Park. Survived by his daughter. Father Charles Cartwright CC officiated at the funeral from the Cathedral to Killygarry Cemetery.

December 9th 1950 The new Bishop of Kilmore Austin Quinn addresses the Annual General Meeting of the CYMS and thanks them for their outstanding stewarding at his consecration and at other events in the Cathedral during the year. Father JJ O Reilly Reverend Chairman presided and in his address of welcome to the new Bishop Gerry Lovett Chairman calls on fellow members for  more input into the lay apostolate pointing out the various ways their talent could be deployed.Rev Chairman Father James J O Reilly Chairman Gerry Lovett Vice Chairman Matty Corcoran Treasurer Mick Fox Secretary Eugene Monaghan Committee HL Smyth Tommy Connolly Sean McConnell and Joe Higgins.

Dublin beat Antrim 6-5 to 4-1 in a thrilling Camogie All Ireland Final at Croke Park Dublin.

Joseph (Joe) McGovern 77 Church Street calls for a Christmas tree and presents for boys and girls aged 4-8. Meeting called for Town Hall at which Pat McDonnell UDC agreed to supply the tree Paddy Elliott undertook to erect same and Michael Smyth 60 Main Street undertook to decorate the tree with coloured bulbs.

Cavan Mineral Water Company 1^st Annual Dance with the Royal Dance Band spots and hall decorated. Admission is a rather steep 7/6 .Dress optional and a Photographer will attend.

J Timoney Postmaster is the recipient of a Social and presentation in his honour s he retires to Dublin after 3 years distinguished service as Postmaster at a function in the Lakeland Hotel. Tommy Hughes presided and praised Mr Timmoney for his total and complete reorganisation of the Postal Service in Cavan and his tact and wisdom in dealing with his staff. He was always sympathetic and helpful. Mr McKenna who made the presentation on behalf of his colleagues said that Mr Timoney was a very kind equally liked by staff and customers. PJ Hickey Head Office TK Igoe Drogheda G Smith Postmaster Drogheda Jack J Norry Oliver Finlay GPO and JT O Reilly also spoke.

1950 will be remembered for being The Holy Year but also 12 months of Winter with the Harvest largely lost to incessant rain. Weather comes to a head with a very heavy snow storm in which over 4 inches of snow fell this week with a total shortage of turf many of the poorer people could not afford the high price being asked for coal and are left to shiver in their own cold homes. Outdoors the younger folk welcomed the snow and frost with sleighs and slides at the incline to the Bu Office Wolfe Tone Street Mitchell Street where hundreds gathered to test their improvised Winter modes of conveyance.

Outstanding performance by Eugene Leddy and His Band on Radio Eireann last Sunday night. The Band consisted of Eugene Leddy conductor John P Reilly and Edward McPhillips Violins Tommy Reilly and Paddy McPhillips Accordions John Fanning Piccolo Mrs McGovern Piano with Jerome Breen on Drums.

Death of Fred Nolan Painter Wolfe Tone Street. Very popular with his many neighbours and friends. He was a very keen follower of all types of outdoor sport. Survived by his brother William. Funeral from Cavan Parish Church to Kilmore Cemetery.

Death of Michael Sullivan Labourer Breffni Terrace .Never missed a Sunday waking out at the crack of dawn to Butlersbridge and Derryheen.He always came back laden down with a great catch of fish which he generously distributed to all his neighbours. Father Malachy Byrne officiated at the funeral from the Cathedral to Cullies.

December 16^th 1950 Owen Roe AC AGM for forthcoming NACAI Convention and Annual Ceilidhe.

Dick Whittington and His Cat 3^rd Annual Pavilion Pantomime in the Town Hall from 31^st December 1950 to 7^th January 1951.Booking in Sullivan’s Sweet Shop 3/6 3/- 2/- un reserved. No booking by phone cash with order.

Death of the very well known Patrick Johnston 10 Wolfe Tone Street after a long illness at Saint Phelim’s Hospital. Worked in McCarren’s Bacon Factory all his life, he was a founder member of the ITGWU in Cavan and represented them with distinction on Cavan Urban Council for many years. Prominent member of Cavan Foresters he was engaged in all their charitable activities for the good of the Community. The Labour Band played the Dead March as they led the cortege from Saint Phelim’s to the Cathedral where his 6 sons hoisted the coffin on their shoulders and carried him to the Mortuary Chapel. The Cathedral was packed to capacity for the Requiem Mass where Father Joseph P Hunt presided and many of the attendance walked behind the cortege to Cullies cemetery. Survived by his wife 6 sons and daughters and many relatives.

Death of Elizabeth Carroll Creighan Terrace. Father Joseph P Hunt presided at the Requiem Mass in the Cathedral to Cullies Cemetery Survived by her brother nephews and nieces and a large circle of friends.

 Another huge fall of snow with heavy frosts in Cavan. Road conditions hazardous resulting in many accidents. Despite the bad weather the brisk trading in the shops which started 4 weeks ago continues unabated and there are many visitors home for Christmas from abroad.

Magnet Players ‘pull the house down’ with Paul Twining in Saint Joseph’s Hospital Lisdarn where a donation from the Management and Staff of Irish Shoes Supplies is publicly acknowledged and appreciated. James Coyle and His Band provided the music.

Cavan Slashers stage the biggest Whist Drive ever seen in Cavan Town Hall where 101 tables were fully occupied. Top Score was P Keaney Crubany Ladies 1^st Mrs Tierney Farnham Street 2^nd  Mrs McGillicuddy Farnham Street 3^rd Mrs McDonald Gents 1^st Jack Brady 2^nd MJ Magee 3^rd M Carroll. Eugene Monahan was an outstanding MC and kept the play moving at a brisk and humorous pace.

Death of Mrs R Dinneny  Church Street wife of Hugh Railway Porter at an advanced age in Hospital. Father Joseph P Hunt presided at the Requiem Mass in the Cathedral and at burial in Cullies Cemetery.

December 23^rd 1949 Huge turn out for Christmas Tree meeting in the Town Hall called by Joe McGovern. Committee elected consisting of PJ McEntee Chairman RS Black Treasurer Joe McGovern Secretary Committee HL Smyth ET O Hanlon MJ Smith Jack Brady George Morris Jimmy McEntee Patrick McDonnell UDC Jim Leonard Seamus Gilheaney NT Gerry Lovett TJ Fitzpatrick Solicitor Sean Magee UDC Tom Hickey Superintendent  Joe Murray Michael O Rourke Munster and Leinster Bank.

Life goes on but Cavan gripped in the worst Christmas storm in living memory with the arrival of more snow and the CIE nationwide strike adding to the confusion after the Unions rejected the latest pay settlement. It is expected that the Strike will drag on into the New Year.

Irish Foresters Labour Party and Clann Na Poblacht adjourn their meetings as a mark of respect to the late Patrick Johnston Wolfe Tone Street.

December 30th 1950 The Holy Year of 1950 ends when the Pope knelt to place the first brick on the threshold of the Holy Door of Saint Peter on Christmas Eve. It was Pope Pius XII who was first to enter by the great door last Christmas Eve and he is now the last to leave. It is the 25^th Jubilee since 1300 and during the year over 4 million from every nation on earth visited Rome. Over 3 million Italians and Romans also took part in the main ceremonies to make this the greatest Jubilee in the history of the Church.

Most Reverend Dr Kyne Bishop of Meath ordains 29 students for the Maynooth Mission to China at Dalgan Park Navan.Among the new priests are Rev D Woods Cootehill.

January 6^th 1951 Great outpouring of grief as Nurse Babs Keaney’s remains leave the Surgical where she was employed as a Theatre Nurse. Outstanding Carer she was equally popular with both staff and patients and dedicated her short life to the care of the sick. Hundreds gather on the snow covered pavements to pay their respects with a Guard of Honour of her colleagues in the Surgical Hospital. Native of Ballinamore she is survived by her parents Mr and Mrs Hugh Keaney brothers John C Joseph and Brendan sisters Sister Mary Ciaran Sister of Mercy Cootehill Sister Darena Saint Louis Convent Bundoran Sister Sophia Bundoran Sister Fidelma New York Sister Brendan Los Angeles Mary Ferris NT Mrs C Gannon Mona Keaney and Lottie Keaney.Father Malachy Byrne and Father Jimmy O Reilly Adm  accompanied the remains from the Surgical to Ballinamore.

Mrs Ladley sells her licensed premises to Michael Geoghegan Castleblayney for an undisclosed sum. Michael’s father is proprietor of the Central Hotel in Castleblayney.

Death of Josephine Smith nee Dempsey Saint Brigid’s Terrace after a short illness. Wife of John Smith Labourer and sister in law of John Lennon Cavan Labour Union.

Killygarry Players are back home in Killygarry Hall with their award winning Paul Twyning playing to capacity attendance on the 2 nights.

January 13th 1950 Meeting of Saint Joseph’s Young Priests Society is adjourned as a mark of respect to the late Babs Keaney.

Cavan continues to shiver n the teeth of freezing weather with the junction at Bridge Street and Wolfe Tone Street treacherous.

De La Salle School Cavan present All Aboard The Lugger in the Town Hall. Produced by Brother Mark the accompanist is the great Robbie Ryan and dance sequences by Bella Power. Ettie Mullery is in charge of the costumes while Sean Woods as Sludgy Meagher and Patrick Reilly as Captain McGregor are outstanding in the lead roles while other outstanding performances are given by Paddy McNamara Tommy McEvoy and Gerry Maguire.

All schools are closed in the town as the flu rages. Whole families are confined to bed and people with chest ailments are admitted to the local hospitals. The only good new to emerge from this most bitter of Winters is that a thrush was seen at the top of the Spire at the Church of Ireland and better weather and times are on the way!

Death of Pat Gaffney Upper Main Street well known Licensed Vintner at the ripe old age of 91 after a few days illness. Daily Communicant he was a member of the Holy Family Confraternity for over 75 years and was an original member of the Cathedral Committee founded in 1919 to raise funds to build the new Cathedral of Saints Patrick and Phelim. Former member of Cavan Agricultural Society he was a founder member and player with Cavan Slashers for whom he starred along with his brother Michael winning a County Senior Championship medal in 1892.Played against Commercials Dublin in the All Ireland Semi Final at Clonturk Park Dublin in 1891. Later applied the same skills and physique to hunting and fishing. Served his apprenticeship to the Grocery and Bar in Dublin when he was only 14.Father JJ O Reilly Adm officiated at the funeral from the Cathedral to Drumavaddy Cemetery.

Death of Zeta Brady 43 Church Street after a long and painful illness borne with great faith courage and fortitude at the early age of 20.Daughter of Gusty and Mrs Brady she was a quiet and charming girl. Grand niece of M Canon Kelly PP VF Ballinamore and cousin of Rev M Kelly CC Kill. Her aunt Sister Josephine is a member of the Holy Rosary Sisters Killeshandra.Survived by her parents Mr and Mrs Augustine Brady brothers Martin and Austin sisters Mrs AM Jackson and Cora Brady relatives and many friends. Father JJ O Reilly Adm led the Clergy from all over the Diocese in celebrating the Requiem Mass in the Cathedral with  burial later in Killygarry Cemetery.

Cavan Urban Council joins the great number of  local institutions closed or paralysed by a severe bout of flu. Only Mary Brady Chairman Tom Fitzpatrick Sean Magee Arthur Fagan Paddy Gaffney Town Surveyor Michael Conlon Town Clerk survive and decide to adjourn the meeting until the other members are back on their feet.

January 27th 1951 Austin A40 with full accessories and leather upholstery available at Smith’s Garage from £512.

Clann Na Poblachta Annual General Meeting in the Town Hall John Tully TD presiding Chairman Paddy Brady UDC Vice Chairman Terry Brady Secretary John J Smith Assistant Secretary John Galligan and Treasurer Patrick Smith.

Jim Brady is back in action in the Lightweight division when he takes on Tommy Rafferty over 6 rounds at the Ulster Hall in a return fight. Rafferty defeated Brady at the same venue in November 1950.

Total of 283,376 passengers pass through Dublin Airport in 1950.It is expected that they will clock up their 1 millionth passenger later this year since flights began in January 1940.

Dr John Cooney eldest son of Dr MA Cooney County MOH passes his final Medical exams at UCD and qualifies as a doctor.

Death of Elizabeth McCaffrey wife of Patrick McCaffrey Senior Mitchell Street. The family are news vendors and fruit merchants for over 50 years and deliver and sell the Anglo Celt each week from their premises in Mitchell Street and stall adjacent to Bridge Street corner. Her husband is also involved in selling goods in his travelling shop where everything from a needle to an anchor are available from his donkey and cart.  She is survived by her husband and large family. Father Charles A Cartwright officiated at the Funeral from the Cathedral to Cullies Cemetery.

Death of Margaret Agnew Connolly Street. She was widow of James Agnew.Funeral from Cavan Parish Church to the New Cemetery.

At the conclusion of the De La Salle musical ‘All Aboard the Lugger’the Principal Brother Augustus pays tribute to Brother Luke Director and Producer Robbie Ryan Musical Director and Patrick and Alice Elliott Packy Cullen Caretaker Town Hall Bella Power Dance Instructress Ettie Mullery who looked after the Wardrobe Very Rev Fr McNiffe Saint Patrick’s College and Rev Mother Abbess Poor Clares’ for their assistance in staging such a spectacular show.

February 3rd 1951 William Maloney eldest son of George and Eileen Maloney obtains 1^st place in Ireland in Retail Practice and 2^nd in Advanced Studies. He is presently on the staff of Brown Thomas Grafton Street Dublin.

Tony Dunne Saint Mary’s Terrace and Cavan Post Office Postman obtains promotion to the indoor staff GPO Dublin. Son of Joe and Mrs Dunne he was made a presentation by his friends and colleagues in Cavan Post Office.

Death of Mrs Cahill wife of Stephen Cahill College Street. She was a very devout Catholic and popular with friends and neighbours. She is survived by her son Lieutenant Frank Cahill Defence Forces Dundalk. Father Charles Cartwright officiated at the Funeral from the Cathedral to Denn Cemetery.

Archbishop of Dublin John Charles McQuaid a native of Cootehill intervenes in the long running CIE Strike that has crippled the country’s transport system for over 6 weeks and brought hardship to millions of commuters. After prolonged negotiation a formula for a return to work is agreed by Unions and Management

February 10th 1951 Death of the legendary Packy Leonard Bridge Street after a long illness borne with his customary courage fortitude and faith. Outstanding sportsman he was a Slashers and County footballer as well as being a Past Captain and low handicap golfer at County Cavan Golf Club. Brilliant Snooker and Billiards player only Tom McCusker and Joe Higgins could match his cuing skills at Cavan CYMS.He won a County Senior medal with Cavan Slashers when they beat Cornafean in the 1941 County Final.He was Assistant Secretary Cavan Committee GAA and Secretary County Cavan Golf Club where he played a pivotal role in the establishment of the new course in Drumelis after the move from Killynbber.Brillant handballer he represented Cavan at all grades and won many County and Ulster medals. Survived by his daughter and sister. Father Joseph Hunt officiated at the large funeral from the Cathedral to Killygarry.

Paddy O Reilly is made a presentation by Joe McGovern on behalf of neighbours and friends in The Old Globe Hotel as he sets out for a new life in Australia. He is son of Mrs Mary Ann Reilly (Nee Ronaghan ) Church Street.

Avoca (Noel McHugh’s) Cathedral Road is sold at Auction by Taylor and Tweedy for £1,550 in trust to Mr Tom Fitzpatrick Solicitor. Allen and Halpin Solicitors had carriage.

Death of Paddy Murray Drumelis a member of the Drumcrave Old IRA.The coffin was draped in the tricolour while his comrades formed a Guard of Honour. Funeral from the Cathedral to Killygarry Cemetery.

Tragic death in a Dublin Hospital of Robert Dunne Saint Brigid’s Terrace at the age of 18.He was employed in McCarren’s and was a member of one of Cavan’s oldest and most respected families. Funeral from the Cathedral to Cullies Cemetery.

February 17^th 1951 De La Salle Musical ‘All Aboard the Lugger’ on tour in Saint Joseph’s Hall Ballyjamesduff.

Bank officials return after 6 weeks on strike after accepting the ruling of the Labour Court. It will take a number of days to clear the back log.

 Thomas M Cleary Land Project staff aged 30 is tragically killed when he crashes into Lloyd Bridge coming from a Party in Kells. His passenger Thomas Guinan a native of Tullamore and a colleague in the Land Project Office in Cavan suffered severe head injuries from which he later died in hospital.

Death of Mary Fagan Glenlara Swellan.Woman of great charity and culture. She resided at ‘Glenlara’ with her 2 sisters. Sister of the late Jon Fegan well known farmer and landowner in the Swellan area. Noted athlete she spent many years in South Africa. Funeral from Kilmore Cathedral to the adjoining Cemetery.

John McGinnity Travel Agent Bridge Street is organising a trip by air to Murrayfield for the Ireland V Scotland 5 Nations Championship with lunch transport to the ground and match ticket for £9 while one way trips to Canada start at £55.No trouble or delay getting away Phone Cavan 40 for further details.

February  24th  1951 Entries from the 4 Provinces for the 6^th Cavan Drama Festival from the 10^th -18^th March under the patronage of Bishop of Kilmore Austin Quinn. There are 16 plays in English and 8 in Irish and the Adjudicator is Lennox Robinson. Booking at Marona Foster’s Town Hall Street.

Patsy Lawlor weighing in at 7-7 and Charley Moore 8-7 are the Saint John Bosco Stars at the big boxing tournament in Ballybay.

Cavan CYMS Monster Whist Drive in the Town Hall. The Treasurer Mick Fox has the glittering array of prizes displayed in O Gorman’s window (Opposite the Credit Union 2010).Score Cards 3/6.

Cavan Railway Station is taken over by GNR as CIE cease operation from Cavan. Usual goods trains will continue from Mullingar to all centres.

March 3rd 1951 Magnet Players Killygarry with ‘The New Gasoon’ and Joe Coyle and His Band are the very popular entertainers at Lisdarn Hospital. The show was greatly appreciated and enjoyed by the staff and patients.

Death of Captain Francis Lucas Clements Scott ‘The Rocks Crossdoney’ at the age of 84.The family were from near Ballyhaise. Funeral from Cavan Parish Church to the New Cemetery.

Cavan CYMS once again clinch the Border League with a brilliant 4-1 win over Saint Michael’s Enniskillen after trailing 3-2 from the away leg in Cavan CYMS.Incredibly the only casualty was Tom McCusker who when leading by 60 then  carelessly let in J Priestley who shot an unbeaten 300 to record a shock win. Joe Higgins beat Harry Morris 300-115 P Smith beat J Logue Michael Breslin beat J Jones Jimmy Moore beat J Love for Cavan CYMS to retain the Shield for the 4^th consecutive time. Since the League was inaugurated back in 1939 Cavan CYMS have only been beaten once!

March 10th 1951 Drumalee Bazaar takes place all this week in a Marquee adjacent to the Cross. Shooting Range Games Bumping Cars and Amusements. Admission is 3 pence and Amplification is by Smyth’s 60 Main Street.

ET O Neill Manager Munster and Leinster Bank Cavan is transferred on promotion as Bank Manager Derry Branch. PN Smith Solicitor made a presentation to Mr O Neill from his many friends and customers at a farewell Social and Presentation in the Imperial Hotel.

Henry Martin a native of Lake View is promoted to the post of District Court Clerk Waterford City. Henry learnt his trade from Eugene Smith and is attached to the Cavan Court for over 20 years. Talented musician Henry is a gifted saxophone player and was a very popular member of many local groups including Jimmy Mallon and the 4 Aces. For the moment Garda Bligh will take over the duties of District Court Clerk pending a permanent replacement for Henry Martin.

Death of Thomas Brady Insurance Agent Tierquin at the age of 34 after a long illness borne with great dignity and courage. The Cathedral was packed to capacity for the Funeral Mass and burial took place in Killygarry Cemetery.

March 17th 1951 Philip McDonald and Company annual Spring stock arriving at their stores ‘The Celine Cavan’ and ‘Clarke’s Ballyjamesduff’.

New Mother and Child Scheme launched by the Minister for Health Noel Browne offers Medical Care free of charge to Mothers and Children up to age 16 as well as Nursing Specialist and Hospital Service. No charge no means test. Essential piece of legislation is met with a torrent of opposition from the Church authorities accusing that State of interfering in the affairs of the family and later by the Irish Medical Council.

Saint Joseph’s Young Priests Society GV Maloney presiding present were Father PJ Gargan CC Mrs Tommy O Reilly The Regal Miss O Dowd T Cassidy Secretary.

Death of Michael McNamara Military Row eldest son of Patrick and Mrs McNamara Tailors Connolly Street. Survived by his widow and two small children Val and Mary. Father JJ O Reilly Adm officiated at the Funeral from the Cathedral to Cullies.The Labour Union adjourn as a mark of respect.

Jim Brady gets a terrible beating from Bainbridge southpaw Des Lennon in their Lightweight Professional bout in the Ulster Hall. With both eyes damaged Jim refused to throw in the towel but the Referee intervened to save the game Cavan boxer from further punishment at the end of Round 4.

Tom McCusker Cavan CYMS is beaten in the Semi Final of the Irish Billiards Finals at the Burroughs and Watts Hall in Dublin McErlean had an unbroken break of 123 after McCusker missed an easy shot when 73 ahead.

Cavan Badminton 1951 President Jack Poyntz Secretary Tom Hickey Treasurer MJ Smith Committee Tom J Fitzpatrick Jerry Lyons Michael N Conlon Tommy McCormick Willie O Hanlon Dinny Whelan Terry Cassidy and PJ Brady. In the Singles Final J Shaw who beat Dickey Mullery in the Semi Final triumphed over Jack Poyntz (22 Entries). Senior Ladies Mrs Anderson beat Ina Hickey (8 Entries) Mixed Doubles Mrs Turkington and Jack Poyntz beat Ina Hickey and Jack Shaw (24 Entries). Mrs Clark and Mrs Lynton beat Mrs Lovett and Mrs Anderson. Mixed Doubles Handicap J Shaw and D Shaw beat Tom Cinnamond and Dickey Mullery.

March 24^th 1951 6^th Cavan Drama Festival Open and Dr Lyons Cup   is won by Saint Bridget’s Dramatic Society Dunleer with ‘The House of Lynch.’ Confined went to Magnet Players Killygarry with ‘The New Gasoon’ with 83 marks Producer Andy O Brien. Cast Philomena Smith Bridie Fleming Eddie Brady Michael O Brien Margaret Kane Jimmy Cahill Pat Smith Pat Keaney Kathleen Cahill. AOH Cup Saint Aidan’s Butlersbridge with ‘Arra-Na Pogue’ on 82 marks Producer Michael Brady Cast Sean Rehill Patrick Callaghan Sean O Hare Patrick Brady Marie Hague Josie Sheils Philip McArdle Hugh Sheils Hugh O Reilly James McCardle Michael Rehill Carmel Rehill John Brady Lizzie Sheils Mary Berney Bannon Hugh O Reilly James McPhillips. Best Producer Open Miss Nancy Carroll Dunleer. Best Actress Open Margaret Cusack CYMS Ballyjamesduff. Best Actor Tom McLoughlin Christian Brothers Dramatic Society Armagh.

Cavan Drama Festival 1951 Patron Bishop Austin Quinn Chairman Seamus Gilheaney NT Secretary Tom Fitzpatrick Assistant Secretary Bella Power Treasurer Tom Malone Committee Dr Anna T McGauran Mrs M McMullin Mrs Charlie O Reilly Mrs Teresa O Rourke Mrs JP O Connell Mrs Maisie Morgan Mrs Maura McEntee Mrs JA Craig Mrs Betty Fitzpatrick Mary Brady Chair UDC Nellie McIntyre Marona Foster Rev Brother Augustus Surgeon Joseph McMullin Supt Joe Murray Tomas Donlon Andy O Brien Joe Maguire JP O Connell Sean Magee Dermot Morgan William Browne MA Saint Patrick’s College Jim Scanlon PJ McEntee Solicitor Dr JA Craig Michael V Conlon.Lighting and sound as usual was by Smyth’s 60 Main Street Cavan and Strand Electric Dublin.

Sympathy is extended to Walter Lambert star of the  Cavan Hurling team Saint Phelim’s Place on the death of his father in Wexford.

Miss Bradley District Nurse returns to her home town of Donegal to take up a similar appointment. Presentation by her friends and colleagues in Gannon’s Hall.

Clive Anderson Royal School wins the prestigious Festival Cup for Piano at the Belfast Festival. He is later featured on the BBC Home Service.

Death of Mrs Michael Donohoe Tullymongan widow of john Donohoe.Survived by her sister Annie and relatives. Father Charles Cartwright officiated at the Funeral from the Cathedral to Cullies.

Tributes are paid to the recently departed Henry Martin now Court Clerk in Waterford City. Justice P Lavery said he carried out his duties in an exemplary manner over the last 20 years. Worked first with Eugene Smith and later took over from Eugene on his retirement from the post. Henry was most efficient and courteous.GV Maloney associated himself with Justice Lavery’s remarks and said he hoped that Henry would remain in touch with the town of his birth. Superintendent Joe Murray said that Henry was the finest District Court Clerk you could imagine meticulous in his detail and he would be a great asset to the Curt service in Waterford.

March 31st 1951 Donal Brady buys Cavan’s Number 1 Licensed Premises ‘The White Star’ from Henry McCauley for a record sum of £7,500.Donal and the family are now resident and will commence business on Easter Monday 2^nd April 1951.

Death of Edward Sheridan Mitchell Street. Lost an eye in World War 1 when he was reported as dead but after two years in hospital he later returned on full pension to his home town of Cavan. He was very popular in the town and a frequent visitor to the ex servicemen’s Hut in Farnham Street. Father Malachy Byrne officiated at the funeral from the Cathedral to Annagelliffe Cemetery.

April 7^th 1951 Presentations to Edward T O Hanlon on the occasion of his marriage to Airmid youngest daughter of Surgeon and Mrs McMullin.Thomas Brady Captain presented Edward and Airmid with a suitably inscribed Barometer from the members and friends in Cavan Golf Club.

Record entry for the Annual Cavan Point to Point Races over the Farragh course.

Death of Mary Brennan wife of Andy Painter and Decorator. Father James Hunt led the capacity attendance at the Funeral Mass in the Cathedral. Burial later in Cullies Cemetery.

Difference of opinion at Cavan Urban Council as Dermot McCarthy tells the Council they cannot go ahead with the redevelopment of the Farnham Gardens until a Plebiscite is held. Tom Fitzpatrick said he had read the Act and no such provision is included. If they make the decision to go ahead then only the Minister of Local Government can halt this Progress. Arthur Fagan another Solicitor endorses Tom Fitzpatrick’s view and says that it is a matter of a straight vote and the Minister signing the Legislation.

The Cabinet crisis over the Mother and Child Scheme has been resolved with the resignation of Minister for Health Dr Noel Browne from the Cabinet. The Taoiseach John A Costello will take over the department of Health for the moment. Dr Browne who was the youngest member of the Cabinet which he joined on his first day in Dail Eireann has resigned from Clann Na Poblachta and will sit in the back benches as an Independent.

April 14^th 1951 Nickel Coin 40-1 Anglo Celt tip wins the Aintree Grand National from a fast finishing Royal Tan. Most of the horses either fell or ran into one another .

RS Black Secretary and Major J Purden Judge officiated at Cavan Point to Point where the Starter is Jimmy Galligan Saddler and Clerk of the Scales Dr M V Cooney County MOH. Junior Race (£20) Flicker 2 owned by C Ronaldson. Lightweight Race (25) H Smith’s Dunclug. Maiden’s Race (£25) P Brennan’s Lingermore. Hunt Race (E Reilly Perpetual Cup) Lord Farnham’s Stelfast IV. The Silver Swan Dance Band entertained a capacity attendance at the Annual Race Dance in the Town Hall.

More presentations to Edward O Hanlon and Airmid McMullin on the occasion of their forthcoming mirage in the Cathedral. Seamus Gilheaney Chairman Cavan Drama Festival presents the happy couple with a silver salver suitably inscribed.

Hundreds gather to watch the Cavan Wedding of the Decade as Edward T O Hanlon eldest son of Mr and Mrs John F O Hanlon marries Airmid 7^th daughter of Surgeon Jospeph and Mrs McMullin in a glittering ceremony in Cavan Cathedral.Rev J Gannon SJ Milltown Park Dublin uncle of the Groom officiated assisted by Rev B Canon McMullin Donegal and Rev MJ McMullin PP Carrigart uncles of the Bride. Father James J O Reilly was Master of Ceremonies Willie O Hanlon Best Man Lieutenant Liam McCormack Irish Army and Fred O Hanlon Groomsmen Mona McMullin Joan O Hanlon Aibhe McMullin Bridesmaids .Trainbearers Brita Smith and Sarah Flanagan Pages Nicholas Smith and Peter Flanagan. Ushers Donna McMullin William Maloney Plunkett Flanagan and Dr FPE Smith. Father Vincent Kennedy was on the organ and Peter Swan professional vocalist from Dalkey sang Sancta Maria, Panis Angelicus and Just for To Day. After signing the Marriage Registry in the Sacristy the happy couple walked down the Cathedral aisle greeting friends and well wishers before retiring to the Bride’s home ‘Inis Fail’ for the Wedding Breakfast. Later the newly married couple left for Dublin Airport to catch a flight to Italy where they will spend their honeymoon.

Peter Lawlor who was badly scalded in McCarren’s Factory accident is still detained but out of danger at Cavan Surgical Hospital.

Political sensation as Noel Browne is forced to resign as Minister for Health after severe pressure from both the Hierarchy and the Irish Medical Association who oppose the Mother and Child legislation. He is remaining on in the Dail but has resigned from Clann Na Poblachta.Dr John Charles McQuaid Archbishop of Dublin and Dr Staunton Bishop of Ferns say that the scheme “is in direct opposition to the rights of the family and liable to great abuse”!

April 21st 1951 Meath beat Cavan 2-5 to 2-3 to qualify for the National League (Home) Final at Croke Park. Cavan’s recent run of bad luck continues as the referee disallows 2 Cavan goals and Meath took advantage to overtake and beat Cavan in the last few minutes. Meath will now play Mayo in the National League (Home) Final with the winners playing the holders New York away in October.

Pat Kelly and His Band from Mountain Lodge are offering special terms for week nights and Carnivals but has vey few week end dates left in 1951.

Corncrake is heard in the vicinity of Killymooney Lake beside the old Race Course.

Owen Moynihan is the new Postmaster in Cavan replacing the recently retired Mr Timoney.Owen was previously Postmaster in Skibereen and Donegal.

Death of Mary Brady sister of the late Pat Gaffney Merchant Upper Main Street at the age of 94.Predeceased by her husband Joe Brady Plush she had been ill for some time. Father James J O Reilly Adm officiated at the funeral from the Cathedral to Drumavaddy.

Sympathy is extended to C Daly Bridge Street and Anglo Celt staff on the death of her sister K Connelly Laurencetown County Galway. Funeral in Boyle County Roscommon.

The Labour Union and Labour Band extend deepest sympathy to the relatives of their former member Frank Browne Butlersbridge who has just died.

May 5^th 1951 Meath beat Mayo to win the National League (Home ) title before a crowd of 46,197 who paid gate receipts of £3,414.They will now play the holders New York in the Final proper in October in New York. Simon Deignan current Cavan county player was an outstanding referee.

Members of Saint john Bosco Boxing Club Cavan to feature on Kingscourt bill. Flyweight Patsy Lawlor Bantam Leo Ronan and Charlie Moore Lightweight Tommy Duignan 5 Stone Gazy Moore

226 children are confirmed by the new Bishop of Kilmore Austin Quinn in the Cathedral. All the children were from schools in the Parish De La Salle Poor Clare’s Colboyogue Crubany Corlurgan  Draumcrave Farnham Killygarry and Kilnalack.Seamus Gilheaney NT Drumcrave was the Sponsor for the boys while Miss Cullivan NT Crubany was Sponsor for the girls.

May 12th 1951 Collapse of the Mother and Child legislation and the resignation of Minister for Health Dr Noel Brown topples the Coalition Government and triggers a General Election with polling taking place on May 30^th 1951.

Michael Hogan formerly in Ardee Railway Station is appointed Station Master in Cavan.

Eamonn Dwane formerly of Cavan Post Office is appointed to Ballyhaunis Post Office following his success in the recent Civil Service Exams. He is son of DT Dwane Redgate Limerick former Postmaster in Cavan.

Huge excursion from Belfast arrives in the town with the women departing with full shopping bags.

May 19^th 1951Among the local candidates for election at the General Election are Sean Tully Outgoing Clann Na Poblachta Coratubber Gerry Lovett Cathedral Road Fianna Fail Mick Sheridan Ballinagh Fianna Fail Senator Paddy Baxter Rock Cross Fine Gael.

The tender of James Bredin Contractor Coratubber has been accepted by the Department of Local Government for the erection of 34 new purpose built houses at Tullymongan where work will commence shortly.

Sign of the times as two farm labourers are hired at the record price of £30 for the half year with full board and accommodation at Cavan Hiring Fair.

PJ Brady Booking Office CIE is promoted to Head Office Dublin. PJ is an active member of Cavan Tennis Club and a former Past Captain County Cavan Golf Club.

Cavan Lawn Tennis Club make a presentation of a canteen of cutlery to Edward and Mrs Airmid O Hanlon who have just returned from their honeymoon in Italy. The presentation was made in the Pavilion by Michael J Smith Secretary in the unavoidable absence of Tom Fitzpatrick Chairman of the Club. Social and supper served by the ladies’ committee.

Peter M Gillie who served in the Hibernian Bank for the last 2 years has gone on promotion as Teller in the Arva Branch.

3 buses from Ballymena with over 100 former parishioners of Reverend FJ Mitchell the new Bishop of Kilmore Ardagh and Elphin spend a day touring the environs of the See House in Kilmore.

June 2nd 1951 Results of 1^st Count 4 seats for Cavan Constituency. Patrick Smith Fianna Fail 8,177 John Tully Clann Na Poblachta 6,413 Jack Cole Independent 4,911 Mick Sheridan Fianna Fail 3,564  Patrick O Reilly Fine Gael 3,436 Gerry Lovett Fianna Fail 2,287 Brigadier D O Gorman Cootehill 495.Paddy Smith Sean Tully Mick Sheridan and Paddy O Reilly Murmod Elected with Brigadier O Gorman forfeiting his deposit.

Death of Elizabeth Noble Wolfe Tone Street widow of the late Sandy Noble Shoemaker. Survived by a large family. Member of an old distinguished Cavan family, she was a most pleasant decent respectable lady. Funeral from Cavan Parish Church to the New Cemetery.

June 9th 1951 County Manager Dermot McCarthy and Town Surveyor Paddy Gaffney tell Cavan Urban District Council that the development at site for erection of 34 houses At Tullymongan is complete. It is expected that the Contractor J Bredin and Sons will move in next week.

Cavan play Down in the Ulster Junior Hurling Championship followed by the Ulster Senior Football Championship in Kingscourt as Breffni Park is closed due to redevelopment.

Fianna Fail lose 5 seats but gain 6 in the General Election. The final state of the parties was Fianna Fail 69 seats Fine Gael 40 Labour 16 Clann Na Talun 6 Clann Na Poblachta 2 others 14. Both Eamonn De Velera and John Costello are endeavouring to form the next Government.

Gardens in Owen Roe are the envy of the town in full bloom now with a sea of colour and beautiful lawns at the front. A credit to all of the residents. Some sort of scheme should be set up among tenants to reward those who cultivate their gardens and allotments.

Heat wave hits Cavan with temperatures shooting up to over 80% F. The grass margins in the Green Lake and Swellan Lake are packed each evening with people enjoying the swimming and leisure. Those with cars are to be seen at Annagh Lake where there is a membership and small admission charge.

9 year old Annie Gibney is seriously injured during her attempt to climb over the high gates at the Showground’s. She slipped and her arm was very badly torn with bull wire. She was immediately brought to Cavan Surgical Hospital where she is reported as making steady progress. Ann is a daughter of James Gibney Engine Driver GNR and Mrs Gibney Wolfe Tone Street.

Cavan Presbyterian Minister Rev W McDowell is conferred with a Doctorate of Divininity.He is a Master of the Classics and has taught in some of the best Presbyterian Schools in Belfast. At the recent General Assembly many of his proposals were adapted.

Fred G Kendall Husbaad King of the Tramps pays another visit to Cavan where he visits Saint Patrick’s College and Bishop Quinn. He was last in Cavan in October 1947 after Cavan had won the All Ireland Senior Football Final in New York.

Tour of Breffni cycle race under the auspices of the Irish Road Club leaves the Phoenix Park and journeys to Cavan via Navan and Kells where there was a stage winners. On arrival in Cavan they did a lap of the town before returning to Dublin by the same route.

June 16^th 1951 Cavan County Council receive approval from the Department of Local Government for a 12 ½ % increase in the wages of all Local Government Social Welfare and Health employees. Dermot McCarthy County Manager points out that such an increase will mean putting up the Rates. Road workers will now receive a basic wage of £2-£3-12-6 the same as in County Monaghan.

Mrs Thorne wife of Sergeant WA Thorne Dublin Road is a sister of the new Minister for Agriculture Tom Walsh from Kilkenny.

Pat McGovern Sean Magee’s Bridge Street purchases a site at the junction of Wolfe Tone Street and Military Row from Mrs Mary Ann Reilly Church Street for £220. PN Smith Solicitors had carriage while Frank Conlon was Auctioneer.

Frank Lee extensive Farmer Tullyco achieves spectacular results in grass growth after applying artificial nitrogen phosphate and  ammonia. The grass has now grown to a height of over 6 feet tall!

Father Bob McCabe Saint Patrick’s College playing off 22 wins the Captain’s T Brady’s Prize with a  score of 59 nett while Doctor Jack Sullivan also off 22 shoots a 60 for 2^nd place.JJ Fitzgibbon won the  Gross with 56.The scoring was the lowest ever recorded ion the 52 year history of the event. In the Members Cup Semi Final Dermot Morgan beat Walter Lambert wile Jim Rafter beat JJ Fitzgibbon.

June 23rd 1951 The Government in an attempt to get more turf saved and stop the flow of emigration are offering Bord Na Mona workers 2/1 per hour. All employees are Bog Men!

Savoy Six with Female Vocalist and Own Amplification and Modern Library now taking high class bookings from July 1^st Contact MJ Ryan 6 Abbey Street Cavan.

Due to the ongoing ESB Dispute some householders in Cavan have been disconnected for using electric fires which is strictly forbidden in the present emergency caused by the Unions withdrawing their labour from the Pigeon House and other key ESB generating sites throughout the State.

Sudden death of Betty Fitzpatrick Farnham Street after a short illness. Daughter of Vincent and Mrs Cullen Connolly Street she was a lady of great talent and charm. She was married to Tom Fitzpatrick Solicitor for just 5 years last week and had 2 young daughters named Geraldine and Fidelma. Having attended the Poor Clare Convent she later attended Secondary School and Joined the famed Abbey Theatre School where she qualified as an Elocution Teacher. Founder member of Cavan Drama Festival in 1945 she lent the organisation a touch of class with her charm her encouragement and technique. She was Producer for the Cavan Players and took an active interest in drama and variety shows in the area. Deeply involved in the foundation and production of the Pavilion Pantomime Committee. Her experience and genius were always to the fore and she was always available to help and support the most humble of participants. Deeply religious she took an active part in many of the Church Sodalities and Societies. There was packed attendance at both the Removal and Funeral, among the attendance was Paddy Smith TD Minister for Local Government John Tully TD Mick Sheridan TD Paddy O Reilly Murmod TD Tom O Higgins BL TD Senator Paddy Baxter. Survived by her husband Tom Solicitor daughters Geraldine and Fidelma Vincent and Mrs Cullen parents James and Vincent (brothers) Mrs Stuart Mrs Purcell and Joan Cullen (sisters), Very Rev Felix McCabe PP USA Surgeon BT Cullen (uncles) Mother Liqori Mother De Sales Miss McCabe Ballyhaise (aunts) M/S Peter Fitzpatrick John Fitzpatrick George Maw John Stuart and Walter Purcell. Father Malachy Byrne officiated at the Removal from the house to the Cathedral and was the Chief Celebrant of the Funeral Mass in the Cathedral. Burial took place later in Killygarry Cemetery. Votes of Sympathy passed with the Secretary Tom Fitzpatrick and his family by Cavan Drama Festival Committee and Cavan Tennis Club to Tom Fitzpatrick Chairman where the match against Mullingar on Sunday was cancelled and the dance in the Pavilion called off as a mark of respect.

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June 30^th 1951 The Annual General Meeting of Cavan Show Society in the Town Hall is called off due to a very poor attendance. Those that did attend were Jimmy Dawson PA McCorry US B Connell Joseph McKiernan George Morris P Quinlan and Alfred Myles Smith.

Funeral of Mrs Joseph Connolly a sister of Miss Burke former Manageress of the Farnham Hotel. Funeral from Dublin to Cullies Cemetery.

Nancy Brady daughter of Mrs Rose Brady and the late Patrick Joseph Brady Tullyco House wins 1^st place and a full boarding Scolarship to Sisters of Mercy College Ballymahon.Students from Longford Westmeath and Cavan competed for the Scholarship valued at £40 per annum.

Frank Duff Dublin is among the many delegates at the 3^rd Diocese of Kilmore Legion of Mary Congress in Kilnacrrott Abbey where the key speaker was Bishop Austin Quinn.

Death of Dominick McCabe Killygarry House after a long lingering illness. He was Manger of Poles Co Operative for a record 44 years. Chairman of Annagelliffe Creameries and was a native of Boyle. He was predeceased by his wife and son Father Joseph McCabe Kill Cootehill. Survived by his son Dr Dominick Mrs Shanahan Dublin Mrs Carey Boyle Miss McCabe Boyle.Father Malachy Byrne assisted by Rev P McCabe CC Castletara officiated at the funeral from Saint Brigid’s Church Killygarry to the adjoining Cemetery.

Death of Charles Reilly MIAA Bridge Street at an advanced age. Very popular, he was extremely well known in town and country areas. Rent and Rates Collector with Cavan Urban Council, he also collected rents from outlining cottages. Decent honourable man in all transactions, he was a very well known local auctioneer. Survived by his widow Patricia sister and other relatives. Father Joseph Hunt officiated at the Funeral from the Cathedral to Killygarry Cemetery.

July 3^rd 1951President John F O Hanlon’s Prize at County Cavan Golf Club is won by Kitty Sullivan and B Holland with 67 ½ nett 2^nd Walter Lambert and Mrs Philip A Smyth .Mrs O Hanlon assisted by the Ladies’ Committee served tea to all 50 contestants.

The Baron of Broadway John J Brady passes through the town on his way to Northern Ireland in a long stretch limousine in green white and gold colours. Last year he offered the British Government $6 million to vacate Northern Ireland

Collette McSherry obtains her Advanced Diploma ALCM at the London School of Music. She is a pupil of Kathleen Brady Town Hall Street

Death of Edward McMahon Farnham Road. He had resided with his daughter Mrs McShane for over41years. Manager LCP Smith Solicitors. Native of County Clare. Father Jimmy J O Reilly Adm officiated at the funeral from the Cathedral to Killygarry.

July 14th 1951 Results of Juvenile Fishing Competition at Bakersbridge 1 Kevin Browne Butlersbridge 2 Brendan Farrell Butlesbridge 3 Pat Murray Cavan 4 Gabriel (Gazy) Moore Cavan and 5^th Noel Bartley Butlersbridge.

Sudden tragic death of John Joe Higgins Lorry Driver Cavan County Council at his home in Kilnavara.Missed from work by a colleague the door was knocked down to gain admission only to find John Joe dead in bed. Doctor Brian Galligan examined the dead man but he was dead for some time.

Cecil Dawson extensive farmer Keadue Lodge sells 2 2 ½ year old white head bullocks at Cavan Fair for a record £81. Fresh calved cows were fetching £42-10 while Springers were fetching up to £50.

Abbey Theatre in Dublin is burnt to the ground. Despite the fire the Company’s ‘Plough and the Stars’ is staged in the adjoining Peacock Theatre.

July 21st 1951 Smith and O Reilly Cavan and Stradone open new BP and Shell Garage at Church Street. Repairs by skilled mechanics Phone Stradone 4.

Death of a link with the past as Edward O Hagan dies in Romford Essex at the age of 92.Member of one of Cavan’s most distinguished business families. The O Hagans ran the Postal Service (Ned O Hagan’s) in Cavan in the days of the horse when stage coaches brought the mail from near and far.The horses were changed at O Hagans to continue on their journey distributing the mail. The premises were situated on the site of the Poor Clare Convent and next door was the fledgling Anglo Celt. He always kept in touch with Cavan purchasing the Anglo Celt every week. Survived by his daughter in law and granddaughters in Romford.

Death of Miss Martin The Bridge Cavan. Gentle and kind she was known for her hospitality and charity to the poor who have lost a great champion of their cause. Father Malachy Byrne officiated at the funeral from the Cathedral.

Congratulations to Douglas Anderson Royal School on his marriage to Hazel Hewitt a native of Portadown in Garvaghy Church Portadown on Tuesday last.

Road lining at the Cathedral to Cootehill Road Junction to ease the danger to traffic flow at this complex intersection.

July 28th 1951 Tragic death of John J Carroll 45 and Jack Moore 43 Shoemaker Upper Main Street near Bawnboy village. John was a Van Salesman for McCarren and Company and was carrying out his work when the accident occurred. John Carroll leaves a family of 3 while Jack Moore leaves 5 boys and 3 girls, the youngest Kevin is only 10.

Father Michael Conlon is on holidays with his parents in Crosskeys.Father Conlon ordained in 1943 has recently been promoted Parish Priest in the Diocese of Nottingham.

Cavan Transport Union Workers pass a vote of sympathy to the Carroll and Moore families on the tragic death of John Carroll and Jack Moore. The meeting was adjourned as a mark of respect.

Killygarry House and lands the property of the late Dominick McCabe sold at auction by Frank Conlon Auctioneer for £3,000. Tom J Fitzpatrick had carriage of the sale.

Church Gate Collection for the training of the Cavan team for the Ulster Final clash with Antrim amounts to an impressive £50.

August 4th 1951 On a glorious Summer’s day in Clones Antrim edge out Cavan 1-7 to 2-3 in the Ulster Final before a record attendance of 36,000.Thousands of young Cavan fans cycled to the game while the excursion train carried 750 gaily decorated enthusiastic fans. On the return journey most of the fans stopped off in the town where the streets restaurants and pubs were packed to capacity. Nobody was too disappointed and there is always next year !

3 Scolarship winners in Agriculture from the USA visit the Elmbank Hatcheries where they declare that the Tommy McCormick operation is one of the finest facilities anywhere in the world. They later visit Ballyhaise Agricultural College where they were equally impressed with the new farming techniques being adapted by young Irish farmers.

The Anglo Celt bemoans the huge number of Irish labourers flocking to England where work and conditions are attracting many of the Cavan youth.

August 11th 1951 Maura McEntee (Nee Smyth) Upper main Street contralto is the star of the Radio Eireann Variety Show ‘Music on the Air’.

32 Boy Scouts under Scoutmaster John Donohoe leave for the annual 2 week Camp in Enniscrone.

Susan and Elizabeth Cullen daughters of Mr and Mrs Cullen Gartnasilla receive their SRNs in Bridgewater England, Each of them achieved 1^st place in their respective disciplines.

August 18th 1951 Lavey the Junior Champions of 1950 play Mullahoran in the County Cavan Senior Football Final at Virginia where admission to the compact ground is 1/-

Savana Dance Band. Tom McCusker is booking week dates and some Sundays left in October November 1951.

Newly reorganised Drumalee GFC run their 1^st outing to Butlin’s Holiday Camp. Stopping in Drogheda for lunch the party visited the Shrine of Blessed Oliver Plunkett in Saint Peter’s Church and reaching Butlin’s at 3 o clock they had a most enjoyable excursion. The party reached Cavan just before midnight on their return journey.

Death of Edward O Gorman ex RIC Officer Regaskin in Saint Phelim’s Hospital. Father Malachy Byrne officiated at the funeral from the Cathedral to Cullies Cemetery.

Death of James Donegan Breffni Terrace. Well known hard working and reliable  labourer. He leaves a wife and young family. Father Charles Cartwright officiated at the Funeral from the Cathedral to Cullies Cemetery.

August 25th 1951 Newly formed Cavan Town Soccer Club beat Wool Products Lisnaskea 2-0 with goals from Norman Cinnamond and M Eaton. Henry Quinn was outstanding in the Cavan goals saving the home side on many occasions with spectacular diving while Hughie Doonan at centre half was rock solid. The next match is another home fixture against Clones.

Cavan CYMS pass a vote of sympathy with Bishop Quinn on the death of Monsignor John Maguire VG Cootehill the founder of the Club in 1936.Monsignor Maguire took a deep interest in the establishment and  welfare of the Club.

Nearly 500 visitors crowd into Cavan on a shopping spree from Belfast .The town was packed with eager shoppers who spent money freely before returning to Belfast by bus later in the evening .

James Lee Drumalee who works in the Saudian Arabian Dessert (30 miles from the Holy City of Mecca) drilling oil holds a memorable party in his parents house on his first holiday in 18 months. Works 2 shifts of 3 hours each per day in temperatures soaring over 115 degrees of heat.

Drumcrave Band adjourn their monthly meeting as a mark of respect to the late Mrs Carroll mother of Pat Carroll.

September 1st 1951 Among those achieving Honours in the Leaving Certificate  is Lauri McConnell Loreto College she is second daughter of Jack and Alice McConnell Ashe Street.

JJ Clarke former Cavan Slashers and County GAA Secretary  and player is promoted to the post of Postmaster Mullingar after filling a similar post in Wexford.

Huge gathering of neighbours and friends in Frank Crowe’s Moynehall for Information Evening on Rural Electrification.JF Conaty presided at the meeting addressed by Mr O Connor ESB. At the conclusion of the meting canvassers were appointed for the Denbawn and Banahoo areas.

Rosaleen Downey aged 12 daughter of John Downey late of Lake View wins a Scolarship in England. Her mother is a daughter of Mr and Mrs Phil Murray Breffni Terrace.

September 8th 1951 Cornelius (Neil) Smith son of FPE and Mrs Smith Kevitt Castle is admitted as a fellow of the Chartered Institute of Accountants of Ireland. He is a brother of Myles Solicitor and Dr FPE (Darragh) Smith Cavan.

Death of Mrs M Conaty Bridge Street. The family were engaged in the licensed trade in Cavan for many years at the junction of Abbey Street and Bridge Street (Phil Gilbride’s).She was mother of Cavan and Ulster footballer Paddy Conaty who won two All Ireland Minor medals with Cavan in 1937 and again as Captain in 1938.He captained Cavan Slashers to win the County Senior Championship in 1941.Mrs Conaty was an aunt of current Cavan goalkeeper Seamus Morris and Father Paddy Morris Arva. Father Joseph Hunt officiated at the large representative funeral from the Cathedral to Killygarry Cemetery.

Luke Fitzpatrick Killygarry buys 71 acres of land property of Con Rehill at Edenticlare for a record £900.

Susan Reilly qualifies as an SRN in Bedford England. She is daughter of Patrick and the late Mrs Reilly Edenticlare.

September 15th 1951 Bishop of Kilmore Dr Austin Quinn calls for prayers at all Masses for good weather to save the Harvest.

Record crowd and entries up 300 to 2,200 from 14 different counties at Cavan Show. The newly renovated grounds looked resplendent in the Autumn sunshine and the Home Crafts were a credit to the industrious housewives of the area. Among the winners in the Cattle Section were Killeshandra Convent and Saint Patrick’s College who produced the Best Pure Bred Heifer.

Cavan Urban Council and Saint Joseph’s Young Priests Society pass a vote of sympathy with the Bishop priests and relatives of Monsignor John Maguire former Adm and latterly VG of the Diocese of Kilmore.

Rev Thomas McCormack PP South Wales on holiday with his sisters May Monahan Main Street and Bee Donohoe Upper Main Street.

September 22nd 1951 Monery By Products Phone Ballinagh 7 is opened to collect by lorry dead and worn out animals. Best prices paid for live horses.

Cavan Rugby Club are tuning up for the coming season. Applications to any member of the Committee. First game is home to Longford on October 14^th.

Saint Joseph’s Young Priests Society GV Maloney presiding announce that they are establishing new branches in Ballinagh and Ballyjamesduff where personnel have already been appointed.

Rev Andrew Gorman son of Bernard and Mrs R Gorman recently ordained in All hallows College Dublin sets out from Cobh to minister in the Diocese of Los Angeles USA under Bishop Quinn.He is cousin of Father Charles O Gorman California and nephew of Monsignor M O Gorman Los Angeles. The players and committee of Drumalee GFC made a presentation of a Travel Clock to Father O Gorman a former player with the newly reformed Club.

42 boys from the De La Salle School make the trip to Knock to join 10,000 pupils at the Marian Shrine in Knock. Led by their Superior Brother Augustus and Brothers Michael and Bernard they participated in the Rosary Stations of the Cross and Benediction all outdoors in glorious warm weather. On both legs of the journey the party stopped in Roscommon town for refreshments.

Thomas Boylan 20 is killed on his way from Cavan town home to Drumullen.Son of the late Andy Boylan a native of Cavan town. An inquest into his death is taking place.

September 29th 1951 Mayo beat Meath 2-8 to 0-9 in the All Ireland Senior Football Final at Croke Park in ideal dry but dull conditions.3^rd title for Mayo their victories were recorded in 1936 and 1950.Presentation to Father Peter Quinn the Mayo left half back who left on Wednesday for 7 years Missionary work in the Philippine Islands. Meanwhile the Meath party and officials flew out from Shannon to contest next Sunday’s National League Final against the  holders New York.

Kitty O Rourke Rathcorrick flies back to the USA after spending a few months holiday with her family. Before departing she was the recipient of a number of presentations from her friends in the area. She is 3 years in America.

James Bredin and Sons complete the first 6 houses in record time at the 34 house Tullymongan scheme.

October 6th 1951 John Moore-John Carroll Dependent Fund established to aid the families of the late Jack Moore and John Carroll following a representative meeting in the Town Hall. The two men were killed in a fatal motor traffic accident outside Bawnboy last month and leave 2 large families who were totally dependent on their income. Donations to Father Jimmy O Reilly Adm Robert Mackeral Cathedral Road Tommy Connolly 58 Main Street MJ Galligan Connolly Street Patrick J Brady UDC 27 College Street.

Almost £40,000 in voluntary donations promised for the establishment of anew textile factory in Cavan town.The promoters and canvassers are Senator Paddy Baxter Surgeon Bertie Cullen Paddy Gaffney Town Engineer PJ McEntee Solicitor Dessie Tweedy Austin McDonald Maurice Jackson Tommy Young Louis Blessing Jim Leonard Dermot Morgan JJ Smith and Peter Mullen.

Meat beat New York 1-10 to 0-10 in the National League Final at the Polo Grounds New York after New York had led 0-8 to 0-4 at the interval.

Cavan District Nurses Association 4^th Annual Supper Dance in the Town Hall attracts a big crowd with the ladies providing a beautiful  meal for all of the patrons. Music was Billy Carter while the Clipper Carlton from Strabane attract a capacity attendance to the Town Hall for their 2^nd Annual Dance.

October 13th 1951 Cyril R Anderson son of John and the late Mrs Anderson Royal School obtains his BA with Honours at Trinity College Dublin.

Hugh (Bud) McNamara Connolly Street buys the residence private yard cattle yard and 4 acres of land from the Representatives of the late John Donohoe Fairgreen for €450.

Eugene (Gene) Cullivan son of Joe and Mary College Street is awarded a Scholarship to the Teacher’s Training College Saint Patrick’s College Drumcondra Dublin 9

Death of Margaret Farrelly Ashe Street wife of Tommy Farrelly Merchant. Very popular resident she was popular with neighbours and customers in this very well patronised shop. Survived by her husband and relatives. Father Charles Cartwright officiated at the funeral from the Cathedra.

October 13th 1951 General Meetings of Rugby Club continue in the Magnet Cinema while practice for upcoming match with Longford take place in Tierquin which is shared with the newly formed soccer club.

Saint Joseph’s Young Priests Society GV Maloney presiding also in attendance Jerry Lovett Secretary Mrs Ferris and Miss O Dowd Treasurer Mrs Tommy O Reilly The Regal Miss Whelan Mrs Flood M/S Michael J Galligan Connolly Street Tommy O Reilly The Regal Michael Conlon Town Clerk George Maloney Terry Cassidy.

James P McGirr wins a Scolarship to Saint Mary’s College Belfast. He is son of Mr P McGirr and Mrs A McGirr (Nee O Reilly) Beechfield Street Belfast.

Cavan Local Security (SCF) awards for outstanding service during the Emergency Phil Ruddy Bridge Street Patrick J Keaveney Butlersbridge Tom Fitzpatrick Solicitor Martin Fogarty Cavan Vocational School John Reilly. Medals and certificates presented to the recipients in the Courthouse where 2 minutes silence for deceased comrades was observed and the ceremony closing with the playing of the National Anthem.

October 20th 1951 Papal Legate tells over 1 million congregation in Fatima that Pope Pius XII had several visions of the Blessed Virgin  from October 30^th -1^st November 1950 when the Dogma of the Assumption was proclaimed. The Vatican later denied that any such visions occurred.

Electricity tea bread and butter are still available but only on ration after World War 2.Each person must register with their own shop or supplier quoting Ration Number before October 27^th 1951.

Death of James Lee Shankill Lower. Popular with all his friends and neighbours. He was a hard working industrious farmer. His son and daughter flew home in time for the funeral.

October 27^th 1951 Cavan Drama Festival 1951Chairman ET O Hanlon Vice Chairman Seamus Gilheaney Secretary Tom Fitzpatrick Assistant Secretary Bella Power Treasurer Tom Malone Manager Hibernian Bank.

R McGrath (13) beats the luckless Walter Lambert (15) 5 and 4 in the Farnham Cup Final at County Cavan Golf Club.

The Pat Kelly Orchestra now with a lady singer are the biggest draw in Northern Ireland and are resident in Dungannon twice a week until Lent.

Rev Thomas McCormack PP Wales is appointed Canon of the Archdiocese of Cardiff. Brother of May Monahan and Bee Donohoe he comes home each year with his holiday coinciding with the All Ireland football final at which he has been present for many years. Student of Saint Patrick’s College Cavan he was ordained to the Priesthood in Saint Patrick’s College Carlow.

November 3rd 1951 Great Northern Railways the much troubled company serving the 9 counties of Ulster will be taken over by the British and Irish Governments with the British paying 60% of the overall cost of £4.5 million.

Winston Churchill is back as Prime Minister in Britain after the Conservatives and Associates won 321 sets  Labour 204 Liberals 6 Anti Partition 2 and Irish Labour 1 in the British General Election where there was a turnout of 82.61% with 28 ½ million people voting.

CA Clerkin Bridge Street wins Top Score in the Fine Gael Whist Drive in the Town Hall where there was a record 73 tables in play. Among the other prize winners was Betty Ronaghan Mrs Simpson Saint Patrick’s Terrace Bobby Grey Mons Terrace and J Porter.

Marriage of Doctor Eugene McDonagh MO Ballyhaise to Kitty Sullivan youngest daughter of the late Mr and Mrs Bernard Sullivan Main Street in Saint Brigid’s Church Killygarry.Dr Jack Sullivan (brother) gave the Bride away Maisie Magee (sister) was Matron of Honour and Dr H McDonagh Best Man. Eileen Morgan was on the organ Father James J O Reilly officiated assisted by Fathers Malachy Byrne and Joseph Hunt. The Reception took place in the Headfort Arms Kells.

Annual outing of the staff of Providers Smith’s Garage and JJ Smith’s to Drogheda after which they were entertained to a lavish dinner and entertainment by the proprietors Mr and Mrs Con Smith in the Tearmann Hotel Termofeckin County Louth.

Garda remind shopkeepers of their duty to adhere to the Trading Act of 1938 with shops remaining opened from Monday to Thursday until 8 pm Friday 9 PM and Saturdays 10 Pm except licensed premises. The Christmas period is exempt from this restriction.

Death of Bridget Dunne Saint Brigid’s Terrace after an illness lasting only a few hours. She had been to Mass and Communion returned home and became unwll.Father James J O Reilly Adm officiated at the well attended funeral where the Cathedral was packed to capacity. An enormously popular lady she was decent kind and very religious. Predeceased by her husband James she is survived by her sons Patrick John Joe and Tony and daughter Miss Brigid Dunne. Burial took place in Cullies. Cavan General Workers Union and Cavan Labour Band pass votes of sympathy with the relatives with both meetings being adjourned.

Death of Daniel Hickey Saint Brigid’s Terrace and Crosskeys. Native of Limerick City he emigrated to England and joined the British Army here he fought in the Boer War. Survived by his widow and relatives. Funeral from the Cathedral to Crosskeys.

Death of John West Emmett Place after a lengthy illness. Native of Kilnaleck he was deservedly popular with neighbours and friends. Funeral from the Cathedral to Kilnaleck cemetery.

November 10th 1951 Saint Patrick’s College Cavan English Branch Chairman Dr JJ O Reilly Birmingham Secretary Harry P Boucher Birmingham and Treasurer Rev P Cooney Birmingham.

Lawn Tennis Club Fancy Dress Ball Overall Winners ‘Cheaper by The Dozen’ Paddy McManus jack and Kathleen Sullivan Helen and Eileen McCarren Margaret Smith P Smith Rose and Kitty McCabe Olive Black H Anderson George Maloney. Best Group’ ‘Duffy’s Circus’ PJ and Maura McEntee Ina Betty Margaret Hickey Mr and Mrs Cyril Arnold Mr and Mrs T Kelly Mrs MJ Smith Jack Binchey Tommy Aylmer Dinny Whelan and Jack Poyntz ‘Only a Beautiful Picture’ Eithne McDonnell 2 Myra Mannion 3^rd Dodo O Hagan.Most Original ‘The Central Bank’ P Finnerty and Walter Lambert 2^nd ‘Flash Gordon’ Jim Scanlon 3^rd ‘Monery By Products’ Rose Meehan. The MC was Tom Hickey while the music for the evening was supplied by Bert Flynn and His Band.

Jack Cruise and  supporting cast are appearing all week in the Magnet Cinema with a change of programme each night. They are just back from a season at Butlin’s Holiday Camp and are preparing for their annual Revue in the Theatre Royal.

Death of Joanne McAlarney Coleman Road. She was a sister of William McAlarney Commissioner for Oaths with whom she resided. Deservedly popular with friends and neighbours. Father Charles Cartwright officiated at the funeral which was of very large dimension.

Death of William Leonard Church Street after a long illness at the age of 83.Native of County Roscomon.Sergeant in RIC he served with distinction until the force was disbanded in 1922.Later he was to spend 28 years as Secretary McCarren and Company working closely with the late Andrew McCarren and the present proprietors Tom and Patrick McCarren to build McCarren’s into a flagship bacon industry affording massive employment to the local population. Lifetime member of Saint Vincent De Paul he was President of the Conference since 1941.He was Prefect General of the Holy Family Confraternity. Man of kindly cheerful disposition. He was very charitable in an efficient unobtrusive manner. Survived by his wife son Michael daughter Pearl and niece Una who resided with the Leonard’s. Father Charles Cartwright officiated at the funeral from the Cathedral to Leearrow Cemetery Roscomonn.Guard of Honour formed by Cavan branch Saint Vincent De Paul in Cavan and in Roscommon.

Death of Dr Louis Finnegan in Greystones.Son of the late T Finnegan ‘Gortnakesh House’. Educated at Saint Patrick’s College and The College of Surgeons from where he graduated in 1917.Spent all of his working life in Dublin and was Medical Officer in the Kilquade District and Delgany.Held in the highest esteem by patients and colleagues he was an outstanding angler and excellent shot. He was brother of Rev P Finnegan Donabate and is survived by his wife Dr Catherine Finnegan and 2 daughters.

Death of the great Paddy (Packy) Devlin Killeshandra after being admitted to the Surgical Hospital. Was ill for most of the Summer but returned to his job as a Postman just a month ago before taking ill again and dying on admission. Played in 4 All Ireland Senior Finals winning in 1933 and 1935 he also won an All Ireland junior medal with Cavan in 1927 and had 10 Ulster Senior Championship medals. He was the holder of 12 Senior Championship medals and played with Cornafean long after his county career finished. Always in the thick of the action Packy was a great forward who scored freely no matter what the opposition.

November 17th 1951 Cavan Urban Council discuss the loud amplification used in the Town Hall for Bazaars and other functions. Tom Fitzpatrick says it should be turned off altogether at 10 pm as it can be heard plainly at the Cathedral. The County Manger Dermot McCarthy said that there had been a number of complaints from local residents including the Magnet Cinema. The promoters were entitled to use the equipment until 12 but he would include a clause in the letting of the Town hall advising clients to adjust the volume on their amplifiers.

Andy McEntee Junior son of Andy and Anna McEntee 57 Main Street and Chief Reporter with the Anglo Celt marries Judy Cusack daughter of Mrs Cusack and the late John Cusack Corawillan Mills Lavey in Saint Dympna’s Church Upper Lavey. Father Patrick Shiels PP Officiated assisted by Father Malachy Byrne CC Cavan an angling friend of the Groom. Bridesmaid was Mags Cusack while the Best Man was Tommy Hughes Cavan Post Office a lodger in McEntee’s Breffni Bar for many years. The Wedding Reception was held in The Lake View Hotel Virginia and the happy couple are spending their honeymoon touring the South of Ireland. Numerous valuable wedding presents have been received by the happy couple.

Marcella McDonald eldest daughter of Mrs McDonald and the late Philip McDonald Tower Hamlet is conferred with her BA degree at UCD.

Double bereavement on successive days when Gerard and Frances Norry children of Jack Post Office and Mrs Norry Saint Phelim’s Place die after a long illness. Huge turn out of neighbours and friends for the Removal and Funeral from the Cathedral to Cullies Cemetery.

Sympathy to Eamonn English Solicitor Church Street and JA English Solicitor Bailieboro on the death of their father in Ballina County Mayo.

November Fair the biggest for over 4 years with record prices for all types of farm animals. The spacious Gallows Hill could not accommodate the hordes of cattle and dealers while College Street was packed with trailers of pigs all of which sold out in record time at very high prices. The Horse Fair at the Brother’s School was packed to capacity and there was a very brisk demand for good farm horses and hunters. Traders reported record takings which is a great omen for the Christmas shopping. Farmers never had it so good and land continues to rocket in price.

November 24th 1951 Death of Jack Meehan Wolfe Tone Street. He spent over 26 years in the USA and was of advanced years. Funeral from the Cathedral to Cullies Cemetery.

Death of John Reilly Swellan Upper after spending many years in Saint Phelim’s Hospital. He was an employee of McCarren and Company and was extremely popular with his friends and colleagues. Cavan Labour Union extend deep sympathy to the family. Funeral from the Cathedral.

7 week old GNR strike comes to an end as the Unions accept the management proposals. By weekend all services to and from the town were back to normal.

Death of Bridget Smith Jubilee Terrace after a short illness. She was wife of Peter Smith who fought in World War 1.Survived by a large number of relatives.

Cavan Labour Union extend sympathy to the relatives of Johnny Reilly Swellan Upper W Allen and Michael Fitzsimmons all past members who died recently.

Billy Browne MA County Director Irish Red Cross Society announces at Red Cross Social in Smith’s Railway Hotel that there are 2 new Units starting in Cavan one catering for ladies with Eileen Maloney in charge while the other is for men and will be led by Mr Hamilton. These are the first units to be set up in Cavan since the end of World War 2.

December 8^th 1951 Cavan Mineral Waters have a twice weekly delivery from Guinness that fills their 960 gallon glass tank. The stout is then bottled by their automatic machinery at the rate of 200 dozen per hour. From Vat to Glass untouched by hand. The Mineral Waters deliver to pubs over a 50 mile radius in counties Cavan Monaghan Leitrim and Longford. They also specialise in Cavan Kola and Solar orange. They are the sole agents for Younger’s Double Century Ale Phone Cavan 79.

Bert Flynn’s Band are the star attraction of the Garda Benevolent Dance in the tastefully decorated Town Hall which attracted a capacity attendance. Superintendent Joe Murray returned thanks to all who supported the function or who donated spot prizes.

Saint Joseph’s Young Priests Society GV Maloney presiding pass a vote of sympathy with the family of the late William Leonard Church Street.

Tragic death of Bernard McDermott while cleaning top floor windows at Vaughan’s Hotel Dublin. He was son of James McDermott and had worked in Hotels throughout the West of Ireland. His brother James (Old IRA and well known in Labour circles) flew home from London to identify the body. Funeral from the Pro Cathedral to Glasnevin Cemetery. Bernard is survived by his wife and 2 grown up daughters. At the inquest Mrs Sheila O Brien proprietor of the Hotel was exonerated from all blame in the tragic accident.

Owen Roe Memorial Fund shows a credit balance of £493-14-2d.Trustees appointed Michael J Smyth Treasurer Chairman Father Patrick Gaffney Dr Jack Sullivan PN Smith Solicitor and Edward O Hanlon.
Brother David De La Salle School presides at the Angler’s Association Silver Jubilee Dinner in the Farnham Hotel. Speakers included Peter Paul Brady Guest WP O Hanlon GV Maloney Chairman Father Malachy Byrne. All the guests joined in with musical items with Mrs GV Maloney on the piano.

Horse and Cart collection of Refuse to be discontinued from New Year’s Day. Urban Council are buying a new custom built truck with maintenance of £30 per annum.Tom Fitzpatrick urges the UDC to take over the running of the Farnham Gardens which has now become a derelict site. County Manger Dermot McCarthy replies by saying that negotiations for the purchase of the site are ongoing with Lord Farnham but no deal has been struck yet. The County Manger also tells the meeting that the Department of Posts and Telegraphs are interested in buying the Market Square for a new Post Office but negotiations are proving difficult with the Council offering the site for £10,000 but the Department’s best offer is a derisory £4,500!.

Tommy Young’s the ‘Dublin Bar’ Ashe Street Special Christmas offer Coking Sherry 7/6.Try our XX on Draught.

Girl’s Club very successful Sale of Work in the Town Hall with Santa Claus in attendance. Large selection of gifts and utilities for sale.

The very popular Harry Dawson formerly of Keadue Lodge is made a special presentation by the Sisters and staff of Saint Bartholomew’s Hospital in New York for his attendance at work over the last 12 years not missing even one day for sickness.

December 22^nd 1951 Pontifical High Mass in the Cathedral at 12:05 AM other Masses at 8 10 and 11:30 AM. Butlersbridge and Killygarry at 10 Am.

Meanwhile shops will close on Monday Christmas Eve at 10 PM and remain closed until Thursday morning. So far trade has been very poor due in part to the deluge of rain that has lashed the town all wek.Last three days trade picked up and the town was packed on Christmas Eve. Shoppers many home from England  however were glad to return home as gales and rain continued to spoil the Christmas trade.

A ewe the property of William Creane Sunnymeade Cathedral Road has given birth to 2 lambs.

Death of Patrick McNamara Master Tailor Connolly Street. Very keen follower of the GAA travelled to all the games on his motor bike. He was a native of Ballintra County Donegal. Sympathy is extended to his large family. Large and representative funeral in the Cathedral at which Father Joe Hunt presided. Burial later in Killygarry Cemetery.

Tommy Hughes the chief organiser with Jerry Lyons MC at the Annual Slashers’ Whist Drive in the Town Hall. Among the winners was SJ Caldbeck Cavan Miss Kinsella College View Mrs Cyril; Arnold Latt.

Cavan Labour Band will parade the town from 4 pm on Christmas Eve and extend sympathy to Poppy and Bud McNamara on the death of their father while Santa will distribute gifts to the children inside in the Town Hall due to the expected inclement weather.

December 29^th 1951 Joe Cullivan 8 College Street Plumbing Heating and Sanitary Specialist extends Seasons Greetings to his customers and friends.” Late or early near or far”

Saint Peter’s tomb is located directly beneath the High Altar in Saint Peter’s basilica-the biggest in the world.

County Cavan Golf Club 1951 President John F O Hanlon Captain Jim Rafter Treasurer H Clarke Secretary Dermot Morgan Assistant Secretary JF O Connell Committee Surgeon BT Cullen Bob Henderson E O Holland Edward O Hanlon Sonny Magee and Doctor Darragh Smith.

Cavan Rugby team to play Enniskillen at the Royal School on Saturday the 29^th of December at 2:30 Matty Donohoe Frank Lynott Bill Anderson Cyril Anderson Dessie Tweedy M Cinnamond R Holland Dessie McSherry Paddy Cooney Leo Cosgrove B Devine WJ Lowry George Maloney Teddy McCormack Richard Black Subs Dessie Dunne and J Fegan .

Garda entertain orphans of Saint Joseph’s Orphanage Cavan with gifts of sweets fruit and cakes. Father Pat Gaffney Saint Patrick’s College treated the children to a film show. Jerry Lyons and Superintendent Murray coordinated the event and contributed musical items where the children joined in singing the Seasonal carols.

Congratulations to  Morna McMullin who obtained her MSR (Radiography) degree at UCD. She is daughter of Surgeon Joseph and Mrs McMullin Inishfall Cavan.

Nuala McKiernan daughter of Edward and Mrs McKiernan ‘Sacre Coeur’ Drumelis is conferred with her degree as Doctor of Medicine at UCD.

Maurice and Alan Jackson entertain 54 of their staff to their 2^nd annual Staff Dinner and Dance in the Farnham Arms Hotel. Speakers included Maurice and Alan Jackson A Gordon LR Doyle Works Manager Jack Allen Louis Mallon Vincent Bartley recently married Judy McEntee and B Turner. Musical items by MS LH Doyle Mrs P Shaw P Shaw Timmy Murphy P Brady F Hughes. Tom McCusker was on the Piano and Noman Cinnamond was MC. Great appreciation of the service and cuisine supplied by the Tully family Farnham Hotel.

January 5^th 1952 Frank Conlon arrives at Saint Joseph’s Lisdarn laden down with gifts for the patients on Christmas Day. Other callers included Mrs Halpin ‘Ford Lodge’ and members of Cavan Golf Club on New Year’s Day.

Hurricane for New Year in Cavan with trees uprooted at the Royal School many houses lost slates and guttering. Serious flooding at Rosculligan but no serious accidents reported as the residents elected to stay indoors.

Cavan District Nurses Association attract a big crowd ro the Town hall for their annual Ceilidhe with the Silver Star Ceilidhe Band.

January 12^th 1952 Maura McEntee the well known Cavan contralto and member of the PA Smyth family stars on Radio Eireann.

Mrs Flood Bridge Street has early or late roses blooming in her garden at the back of the shop.

Aer Lingus’ unblemished safety record ends as the Saint Kevin crashed in a blinding rain storm in the Welsh mountains with all 20 passengers  on board and 3 crew losing their lives.

January 19^th 1952 With Lord Farnham letting the Farnham Gardens go to wreck and ruin and the demise of the caretakers the Cafferty family, Cavan Urban Council start negotiations for the purchase of the site in Farnham Street. Tom Fitzpatrick says that the gardens have now become an eye sore but the other members point out that little can be done by the Council unless Farnham is prepared to sell the site to the Council. A motion to compulsory acquire the Farnham Gardens was defeated by 5-3 with Paddy Brady PJ Brady Gerry Kelly Tommy Cullivan and Mary Brady Chairman  and GA Fegan Tom Fitzpatrick and Sean Magee voting for the motion. The County Manager Dermot McCarthy said he would commence negotiations with Lord Farnham and communicate the concerns of the Council.

Sympathy is extended to Dr JC McFeeley Swellan on the death of his father Neil McFeeley at the age of 82. He was a Superintendent in the Dublin Metropolitan Guards.

Great news for the Killygarry community as a telephone is installed in Poles Co Operative. Very handy for ringing the Priest Doctor or Vet in the event of emergencies.

Untimely death of Father Andrew J O Gorman Drumalee following a bout of pneumonia in Los Angeles’ Queen of Angels Hospital. Popular member of Drumalee GFC he was only ordained in All Hallows Dublin last June. He is survived by his brothers and sisters. He was nephew of the late Monsignor Michael O Gorman and Rev C F O Gorman and was cousin of Rev Charles O Gorman Ballyhaise and Reverend Bernard Collins Billis.

Aer Lingus Dakota plane the Saint Kevin crashes en route from London to Dublin with the loss of 20 passengers and 3 crew. This is the first major crash at Aer Lingus since it started in 1936.

January 26^th 1952 Death of Samuel William Mee Chartered Accountant in Wembley London at the age of 68.Only 3 years retired he was very well known in business circles in the City of London. Survived by his wife son daughter brother AM Mee and the Rutherford family. Funeral from Saint Catherine’s Wembley to the adjoining Cemetery.

Matt McKenna Overseer Cavan Post Office and member of the staff there since 1923 is appointed Postmaster in Kells.Native of Monaghan town he was known for his courtesy patience and good humour and popular with both staff and customers.

Dr Padraig Carney well known Mayo footballer and doctor at Cavan Surgical is appointed to a similar position in Castlebar.

February 2^nd 1952  Huge blaze in the yard section of George Fegans.Great work by Cavan Fire Brigade after a very poor start when little water pressure was found prevented the fire from spreading to Frank Conlon’s extensive furniture store. Billy Downey and Frank Conlon were first on the scene and raised the alarm. The Brigade was under the control of Captain Aidan Madden BE and Paddy Gaffney Town Engineer while Inspector Gillespie Sergeants Hennelly and Thorne controlled the traffic and cut off the scene from the general public. Nobody was injured but a lot of damage to stock in Yard. The proprietors John Kennedy and Robert Mackeral return thanks to all their kind helpers neighbours customers and friends assuring them of their continued desire to continue to serve the Public in George Fagan’s.

Father Noel Fay Castlerahan is elected Chairman of Cavan County Board GAA replacing Seamus Gilheaney who did not seek re election to the post. Honary President Andy McEntee Vice Chairman MJ Mullin Castlerahan Secretary HL Smith Treasurer Paddy O Reilly Registrar Jack McConnell and Central Council Patsy Lynch.

Good news for Teddy McCormack Anglo Celt as he scoops £71-11-0 in MH Pools in Drogheda.

New Bridge Club in Cavan under the auspices of County Cavan Golf Club. Sessions each Tuesday and Friday nights in Clubhouse. They are looking for a suitable premises in the centre of the town for next season.

Joan O Hanlon scoops the jackpot in MH Pools with a fantastic £241 in the MH Pools Drogheda.

Bruise Walsh supplies the music at the annual McCarren Dance in the Town Hall where the hall was beautifully decorated and the capacity crowd were showered with spot prizes at each dance.

Death of John Muldoon who served for over 50 years as a Signalman with GNR Railways and the old Midland Company. Native of Portumna County Galway.He represented Labour on Cavan Urban Council for over 30 years. Gentle kind disposition he was extremely well known and highly respected. The Labour Band led the cortege playing the ‘Dead March’. A capacity attendance at the funeral where Father Joe Hunt officiated with burial in Cullies Cemetery.

February 16^th 1952 Continued trouble for Cavan Town Soccer Club as their goal posts are sawn down and thrown in a drain at Dawson’s Field. Norman Cinnamond Treasurer Edwin Cinnamond Chairman and Jack Norry Secretary seek compensation of £10 for damage committed by persons unknown on August 25^th 1951.In evidence Norman Cinnamond stated that “they were only in operation since July and their first problem was when the posts crossbar etc were dug up and thrown in the nearby drain. They had 40 members 20 of whom were ex GAA men and he suspected that it was a revenge attack for poaching these players who were now banned from playing GAA games”. Garda James Kitson gave evidence that it was very easy to gain access to the ground which was along the main Clones Road. Judge Duncan granted a decree for £5-10-0 to be levied on Cavan County Council.

Over 1 million people file past the coffin bearing the remains of King George VI in Westminster Cathedral. Frank Aiken Minister for External Affairs and Irish Ambassador Freddie Boland represented Ireland at the funeral in Westminster with burial later in Windsor Castle.

Death of Mother M Stanislaus Saint Clares’ Convent at the age of 89. Member of the Community in Cavan for 55 years. She taught Christian Doctrine up to a years ago. Gentle kind decent person she was much beloved of staff and pupils including the many orphans she befriended down all the years. Native of Ballyjamesduff she is survived by her sister Mrs Gargan Virginia.Rev Sean O Reilly Saint Patrick’s College was the chief celebrant with Bishop Austin Quinn presiding at the solemn Requiem Mass in the Convent Chapel with interment in the adjoining cemetery.

Death of Cavan’s oldest man 90 year old Patrick Reilly resident off Main Street. Sick in bed for the last 12 months he was known far and near for his cure of the sprain. Life long member of the Confraternity. Father JJ O Reilly Adm officiated at the funeral Mass in the Cathedral with burial in Cullies Cemetery.

Death of Joseph Dunne Saint Mary’s Terrace. Spent all his life as an employee of the Post Office. Very popular with customers and friends. He took a keen interest in the GAA and was an outstanding footballer with Cavan Slashers.He was father of Brendan and Dessie Dunne Anglo Celt and Ton Dunne GPO Dublin. Father JJ O Reilly Adm officiated at the funeral from the Cathedral to Killygarry.

Pavilion Debating Society with Austin McDonald in the Chair carry the motion 16-14 “A Woman’s place is in the home”

February 22nd 1952 Death of Catherine Murray  in Saint Phelim’s Hospital. She was relict of the late Thomas Engine Driver GNR. Mother of Thomas Duleek sister of Nuala Conlon Francis Street and the late Thomas McGuiness Town Clerk. Father Joseph Hunt presided at the large representative funeral from the Cathedral to Castletara.

Death of James Gilchrist Drumbo eldest son of the late Mr and Mrs Andrew Gilchrist Drumbo. Member of the Old IRA.Coffin draped in tricolour and 16 comrades led by Charlie Reilly County Council formed a Guard of Honour. Last Post sounded by Teddy McCormack Wolfe Tone Street. Father Joe Hunt officiated at the large and very representative funeral from the Cathedral to Cullies.

Death of Robert Kenny Gartbrattan at the age of 83.prize winning Horticulturist at Cavan Show for many years. Funeral from Kilmore Church to the adjoining Cemetery.

“GAA Ban on Foreign Games should be abolished” according to the Pavillion Debating Society where TP O Reilly was Chairman and the motion was carried by 39 votes to 11.

Father Patrick McNiffe much revered President of Saint Patrick’s College appeals for funding for the College at the 11:30 Mass on Sunday in the Cathedral.

Winston Churchill Prime Minister again in Britain at the age of 77 tells the House of Commons that Britain has developed the Atomic Bomb and tests will commence later in the year.

March 1^st 1952 Tom McCusker Cavan CYMS is beaten by M J Nolan Maynooth in the Final of the Irish Billiards Championship at the Burroughs and Watts Hall in Dublin.McCusker got off to a great start and outclassed his nervous opponent in the first session before missing a cannon when leading by 74-11. McCusker was eventually beaten by Nolan who contested the Final 2 years ago by 1,000 to 806. McCusker had breaks of 36,55,40,52 73 and 36 but Nolan after a shaky start was a deserving winner on this occasion.

Cavan Rugby Club will leave the Bus Office by car at 8 o clock to travel to Monkstown where they play the home side before travelling on to Lansdowne Road for the Ireland V Scotland game at 2:30.Team Matty Donohoe Dessie Tweedy Richard Black R Lumley R McGregor Dessie McSherry Paddy McManus Frank Lynott Gerry Kinsella K Lynch George Maloney Leo Cosgrove Teddy McCormack.

Free Tuberculosis Scheme introduced with free chest Xray.Treatment including Sanatorium free and cash allowance for patient and family while treatment continues. Further details from Cavan County Council.

Father Tm Halton excels at Pavilion Debating Society with Dermot Morgan in the Chair where the subject was “Pictures exert an undue influence on the youth of to day” was lost. Hugh Rafferty Secretary on behalf of Cavan Lawn Tennis Club thanks all who participated or attended the debate. Next subject is very topical “The House approves the acquisition of Farnham Gardens as a Public Park” The motion was later defeated by a large majority

Death of Patrick Young Tierquin ex Sergeant RIC. A man of the utmost integrity and a strong personality. He was an authority on Horse Racing and could discuss with great accuracy all aspects of horse racing and form. Uncle of Patrick Young Tierquin former Secretary Cavan Farmer’s Trade Union.

March 8th 1952 New Papal Nuncio Most Reverend Gerald Patrick O Hara arrives in Ireland. He is a former Archbishop of Savanah and Atlanta and was greeted at Dublin Airport by a delegation led by Archbishop of Dublin John Charles McQuaid the Primate of All Ireland.

Ladies’ Golf 1952 President Dorie Smith Captain Joan O Hanlon Treasurer Kathleen Morgan Secretary Olive Bland Committee Maisie Magee Kathleen Sullivan Mollie Finnegan Mrs Gus Kenny Margaret English Margaret Hickey Miss M Brady Mrs Jack Brady Mrs Austin McDonald.

Cavan Girls Club present their 2^nd annual Variety Show with guest artiste Michael O Duffy at the Town Hall and Castle Cinema Oldcastle from 9-11^th of March. Costumes and scenery by Gings Dublin. Admission 4/6 4/- 3/- 2/- and 1/- .Booking at the Regal Cavan.

Death of Patrick Young Billis Cavan after a long illness borne with courage and fortitude. Sympathy is extended to his brother sisters and large circle of relatives and friends. Large and representative attendance at the removal and funeral where Father Joe Hunt officiated from the Cathedral to Cullies Cemetery.

Department of Post and Telegraphs target Cavan with Inspectors to collect Wireless Licenses.

Bord Failte (Board of Welcome ) is founded with 7 man board and authority to spend £230,000 per annum to provide and improve tourist facilities and accommodation.

March 15th 1952 Magnet Players Killygarry with ‘The Righteous are Bold’ win the Western Drama Festival (Rural Section) in Tubbercurry with their Producer Andy O Brien NT taking the Gold Medal for the production. Cast Margaret O Brien Agnes Brady Kathleen Cahill Betty Reilly Maureen Reilly Mike O Brien Pat Smith Jimmy Cahill PJ Young Denis O Mahoney and Stage Manager Peter O Rourke. Moonlight Players Castletara 3^rd with ‘Mungo’s Mansion’

Cavan Rugby team will play Portadown away this Saturday and Longford at home in Royal School field on Saint Patrick’s Day where Bill Anderson and B Holland make a welcome return after recent injuries.

Jack Norry is promoted Overseer while B Caffrey is promoted to Sorter at Cavan Post Office.

Cavan Girls Club break all records with their professional Variety Show in the Town Hall and Castle Cinema Oldcastle.Cast Collette Brady Nancy Braiden Pauline Clarke Lala Connolly Maureen Cosgrove Christina Donohoe Teresa Duffy Eileen Farrell Rita Fay Bridie Galligan Teresa Gray Margaret Hagan Sue Higgins Erin Kirby Ann Kinsella Maureen Lally Maisie Maguire Kathleen Maguire Margaret McCarville Kathleen McCann Mary McNiffe Chrissie McNamara Nancy O Neill Brigid O Rourke Vera O Rourke Bridie Plunkett Mary Plunkett Eileen Smith Eileen Woods.Guest Artist Michael O Duffy Costumes by Gings Dublin Club Leader Sara Cullen. Maura McEntee was in charge of the chorus while the Orchestra consisted of Maura McGilly Piano James McIntyre and George Maloney Violins with Dickey Mullery on the Drums. Reverend JJ O Reilly Adm returned thanks to all those who participated or supported the concert which was a tremendous success.

March 22^nd Death of Ellen Rose (Rosie) Morris Upper Main Street. She was sister of the late Billy Morris former linotype operator Anglo Celt. Sympathy is extended to all her many relatives and friends. Funeral from  Cavan Parish Church to the New Cemetery. Her house was later sold (2 months later) for a figure in excess of £500.

Death of Kathleen Wray Emmett Place wife of Phil Wray. Large and representative funeral from the Cathedral to Ballinagh Cemetery on Saint Patrick’s Day.

Death of Mary Higgins Drumalee at an advanced age after a short illness. She was mother of Bernard Higgins Drumalee and the Anglo Celt.

March 29^th 1952  The well known playwright Joseph Tumulty is the Adjudicator at this year’s annual Drama Festival in the Town Hall where Edward O Hanlon is Chairman Seamus Gilheaney Vice Chairman and Tom Fitzpatrick Secretary.

Pantomania in the Town Hall and Clonmel featuring Pat McGuigan and his 217 key Mirano Pigana Accordion.

Death of Brigid Browne Breffni Terrace after a lengthy illness in Hospital.5 of her brothers fought in World War 1 and one of them was actually killed in the conflict.

Legendary Harry Dawson formerly ‘Keadue Lodge’ MC at Gala Saint Patrick’s Night Concert in Saint Bartholomew’s Hospital New York. Over 40 singers and dancers participated and Harry weighed in with 2 stirring Irish ballads

Death of Iris Mae Moorehead College Street at the age of 20 she was daughter of Mrs Moorehead and the late Jack Moorehead. Survived by her mother and sisters. Funeral from Cavan Parish Church to the New Cemetery.

Eugene Leddy and his Ceilidhe Band delight the nation with their ½ hour broadcast from Radio Eireann.They brought great honour to their native Butlersbridge and Cavan.

Labour Band with depleted numbers due to deaths and emigration parade to Mass and later tour the town for Saint Patrick’s Day. The famous Band played all the old Irish airs on the Feast of the National Apostle.

Cavan Soccer Club AGM 1952 held in Cinnamond’s Hall Church Street Chairman Edwin Cinnamond Secretary Walter Crozier Treasure Norman Cinnamond Committee Matty Thorne Pat Quinn JJ Reilly G Gibson L Galvin J Gauthier.

Branch Of Ex Servicemen’s Society founded in Cavan (ONE) Chair Dr M Cooney Vice Chairman Tom Hickey Secretary Captain Aidan Madden Treasurer HP McEntee Assistant Treasurer JJ McGrath. All ex Old IRA Irish Army and Defence Forces welcome to join.

April 5^th 1952 Cavan Refrigeration set up business at Gordon’s Garage Farnham Street. All makes of refrigeration repaired.

Clones Dramatic Society are the winners of the Dr Lyons Cup with ‘Paul Twyning’ in the Open Section at Cavan Drama Festival. Bobby Burns Navan is Best Producer Mary Cunningham Lurgan Players Best Actress and Desmond Rushe Mullingar Little Theatre Group Best Actor. Confined Section won by the Killygarry Players with the ‘Righteous are Bold with 94 ½ marks Producer Andy O Brien NT. Loreto College win the Anglo Celt Cup for One Act Plays with ‘The Dear Queen’ Producer Nancy Carroll Cast Carmel McGovern Mary Corrigan Veronica O Donoghue and Sheila Fay.Casteltara Players win the AOH Cup with Mungo’s Mansion scoring 86 ½  marks Producer Edward J Brady Cast Frances Kelly Sean Boylan Mary Cahill Mary Boylan Patrick Cahill Tommie Higgins Eddie Brady Louis Brady Jimmy Greenan Phyllis Brady. Committee 1952 Patron Bishop Austin Quinn President Father JJ O Reilly Adm Chairman Edward O Hanlon Vice Chairman Seamus Gilheaney Secretary TJ Fitzpatrick Assistant Secretary Rosemary Power Treasurer Tom Malone Hibernian Bank.

Saint Patrick’s Day Angling at Butlersbridge Trout Andy McEntee 2^nd Eileen Maloney Pike Joe Greene Mill Rock 2 fish heaviest 14 ½ lbs 2^nd GV Maloney 3^rd Mr King Wattlebridge.

Retirement of the legendary Surgeon Joseph McMullin after 30 years distinguished service. Recipient of numerous presentations from the staff of Cavan Surgical Hospital and the local Red Cross Society who presented him with an inscribed electric mantle clock. He will be succeeded by Dr Paddy D Maloney FRCSE.

Death of Joseph Lennon Saint Brigid’s Terrace former Secretary of the Transport Workers Union. Former member of Cavan UDC he did much to advance the cause of the ordinary working man. The Labour Band playing the Dead March led the cortege.The Cathedral was packed to capacity for the reception of the remains and the Funeral Mass celebrated by Father Charles Certwright.Interment took place in Cullies.

Lourdes Invalid Fund will send one patient to Lourdes this year.Dr Craig County MOH will assist in making the choice from the Hospitals in the area.

‘Teal’ wins the Aintree Grand National returned at 100-1 and ridden by Arthur P Thompson ‘Legal Joy’ was 2^nd.’Teal’ was bred near Clonmel in County Tipperary.

Cavan defeat Enniskillen by 6 points (2 tries) to Nil at the Royal School Grounds. Enniskillen very much on top in the first half and they missed a number of very easy penalties. Cvan clung on however to retire 0-0 at the interval. With Holland and McGregor getting the better of the half back exchanges their backs began to enjoy dominance. Dessie McSherry had a wonderful try after 20 minutes of the second half when he dribbled 25 yards to dive over for the opening score. Matty Donohoe failed to convert. Cavan continued to exert pressure on Enniskillen before Richard Black gained possession to dive over in the corner making it 6-0 to Cavan. Matty Donohoe just failed to convert a most difficult kick from the sideline. Tom Cinnamond and Bill Anderson went close later on but the Enniskillen defence was resolute.

Packy Brady opens his refurbished Bridge Bar Tierquin Dublin Road (Meadow View Lounge).”Try our Guinness XX on tap”.
Jim Scanlon CMBHI Watchmaker and Jeweller Optical repairs and prescriptions a speciality 8 Francis Street Cavan.

Untimely death of Father Michael Conlon PP Nottingham son of Mr and Mrs John Conlon Blackbull Crosskeys and brother of Frank Auctioneer and Furniture Merchant Cavan.

April 19th 1952 Fergus Flood Ballyheelan marries Francis Flood Bridge Street in Saint Brigid’s Church Killygarry.Father Joseph Hunt officiated and the Reception was in the Park Hotel Virginia.

7 early bathers for Easter at Green Lake with hundreds more on the Bank taking in the warm sunny weather. The bathers were back on shore very shortly complaining of the still very chilly water temperatures.

April 26th 1952  Eddie Byrne Presenter of the Prescott’s Show on Radio Eireann will host the show from Prescott’s opposite Smyth’s 60 Main Street next Thursday.

Death of the very well known highly respected Mrs Brady Cavan House Bridge Street. Devout Catholic she was a founder member of the local branch of the 3^rd Order of Saint Francis. Her son Edward was a very well known member of the Old IRA and took a prominent part in the fight for Independence with both British Army and RIC constantly searching the premises for fugitives and arms. She was the mother of a large family. Big representative attendance at the funeral from the Cathedral to Killygarry Cemetery.

Labour Band pass a vote of sympathy to the  relatives of John Lennon former Branch Secretary who worked tirelessly to promote the interests of the Band.

May 3rd 1952 Cavan Show elect a new Treasurer at EGM in Cvan.Alfred Myles Smith Solicitor was the unanimous choice and will be paid £25 per annum for the task. All cheques must now be signed by both the Secretary and Treasurer. In future there will be no paid labour and each man on the Committee will supply a man free of charge. John Kemp Rahulton and W Mulligan were co opted to the Committer on the proposition of Lord Farnham.Those in attendance were JF Conaty George Morris George Maloney Junior Sandy Gordon Lord Farnham and Jimmy Dawson.

George Davis BE Engineer with Cavan County Council wins his first Hockey Cap when he plays in goals for Ireland against Belgium in Brussels

Beautiful old May custom continues in the working class areas of the town particularly Emmett Place College Street and Wolfe Tone Street with homes displaying flowers in abundance at the threshold in honour of the Queen of The May.

DT Dwane former Postmaster Cavan has retired from farming to live in O Connell street Limerick. His farm of 51 acres purchased 9 years ago for £2,000 fetched a record £4,500 at Auction.

Breffni Park will be reopened on the 8^th June after undergoing massive renovations for the last 2 years which cost £14,000. A 75 page Souvenir Programme is being prepared and among the contributors are Bishop Quinn of Kilmore Padtaig O Keeffe Secretary of the GAA John F O Hanlon Anglo Celt Jimmy Smith Captain 1933 winning team John Joe O Reilly Captain in 1947 and 1948 and Bridie M Smith Brady Historian.

Cavan Pavilion win the Provincial Badminton Clubs Cup beating Carlow Commercials in the Final by 6 games to 2 at the Garda Depot Phoenix Park Dublin. The Cavan team were best served by Ina Hickey Jack Poyntz Dickie Mullery Vera Brady Francis Street Willie O Hanlon Captain Mrs Pollock and Mr and Mrs Burns. The Pavilion are also the reigning North Midlands League Holders.

The Royal School are first to embrace new technology erecting an electric fence at both side of the long entrance to the School.

Cavan Harps beat Ballyhaise 2-9 to 1-4 in the Junior Championship at Tierquin Park. Scorers for the Harps were O Connor Sheridan Graham McNamara and Brady while the Duggan brothers were outstanding for Ballyhaise.

All shops and house in the Cavan area are being painted and decorated for the reopening of Breffni Park. Each house is asked to fly the national and county colours and erect the bunting supplied in their area. Cavan will play Kerry while Antrim will play All Ireland Champions Mayo. The Park will be officially blessed and re opened by the Bishop of Kilmore Austin Quinn at 4:30 pm.

May 24th 1952 Sean T O Kelly is re elected President of Ireland for the second 7 year term. The popular Alfie Byrne Lord Mayor of Dublin only received 15 nominations and was unable to mount a challenge for the Office. The inauguration takes place in Saint Patrick’s Hall Dublin Castle on the 25^th June.

Saint Mary’s Church Ballyhaise is rededicated as Saint Mary’s Ballyhaise.Formrly the Cathedral in Cavan it was transported stone by stone block by block by horse and cart from Cavan to Ballyhaise.First built by Bishop Browne in 1853 it was later enlarged to become the Cathedral of the Diocese of Kilmore.The two Parish Priests responsible were Father Felix Lynch and Father Tom Maguire. The foundation stone was blessed by the Bishop of Kilmore Patrick Lyons on the 13^th of October 1943.The Contractors were Jon Sisk and Company while the Architect was John Byrne Dublin.

The Feast of Saint John Baptist De La Salle celebrated in Cavan with High Mass in the Cathedral where Father Vincent Kennedy accompanied the School Choir on the Organ. Later the boys were entertained to sweets and treats culminating with a Sports Day in Drumalee.The boys of the school have been very busy over the last few weeks picking stones and debris at the grounds in Breffni Park. Many of them will be selling the Souvenir Programme for which they will be granted a generous commission by Tommy Gilroy who is in charge of the project.

The playing surface in Breffni Park is now described as a spacious billiard table garbed in verdant green with the numerous white hawthorn trees a beautiful background. Bands attending are Drumcrow War Pipers Drumcrave Cavan Labour Cootehill Brass and Reed. Other bands will not be admitted to the Enclosure and no hawkers or fruit sellers are being admitted without a permit.

Death of Mrs Tommy Graham Upper Main Street relict of Tinsmith Tommy Graham. Sympathy to son and other relatives. Funeral from Cavan Parish Church to the New Cemetery.

Death of Gerald O Rourke son of Mr and Mrs Thomas O Rourke Saint Aidan’s Terrace at the age of 21. Sick for only a few days. He had just completed his apprenticeship as a Shoemaker. Sympathy is extended to his parents brothers and sisters and other relatives. He was a popular member of Cavan Harps GFC who formed a Guard of Honour at the Funeral from the Cathedral to Killygarry Cemetery. Later the local branch of ONE pass a vote of sympathy with Thomas a former Serviceman in the Irish Army on the death of his son..

Ernie Smith AH Smith and Company Main Street is appointed to the Provincial Council of the Radio Industries Club of Ireland. The aim of the society is to promote mutual good will and moderate the competition between the traders of Radio and Electrical goods in Ireland.

Thomas Sweeney Coleman Road and Dermot Lovett Cathedral Road both students of Belturbet Technical School are awarded Scholarships for a Building Construction Course in Bailieborough Technical School.

Drumcrave Band pass a vote of congratulations with Matt King on his recent marriage.

May 31^st 1952 Opening Tuesday 3^rd of June Cavan’s most modern Hotel the Ulster Arms formerly the Old Globe Proprietor Johnny Brady’s. The Contractors are Elliott and McCabe and the Architects Nolan and Quinlan Ely Place Dublin.

Breffni Park Re Opening Ceilidhe in Town Hall with the Emerald Ceilidhe Band Admission 3/6. All cyclists use the Cycle Park in the Town-no cyclists on Lane Entrance. Breffni Park was first opened  in 1923 and was the first park in Ireland to be vested in a County Board and cost £12,000 to acquire and develop. Known as The Croke Park of Ulster. It hosted the All Ireland Semi Finals of 1928 1931 and 1933 when Cavan beat Kerry to qualify for the All Ireland where they subsequently beat Galway to win their fist All Ireland Senior crown.Breffni Park hosted the All Ireland Junior Final of 1927 played in  June 1928 when Cavan beat Kildare to win their first and only All Ireland junior crown. With the increasing popularity of gaelic games and with a limited capacity of only 14,000 plans were drawn up for a re development of the Park in the late 1930s these were shelved with the outbreak of World War 2. After the War a committee under Patsy Lynch Chairman commissioned Paddy Gaffney BE Latt to draw up plans for a total redevelopment and repositioning of the Park. P Clarke Newtownbutler were appointed Contractors and work began in 1950. A further 7 acres of adjoining land was acquired at a cost of £1,000 bringing the total area covered by the Park to over 17 acres. One of the biggest playing areas 160 x 95 in Ireland the pitch and enclosure cover 4 ½ acres with the sideline having seating for 7,000.It is estimated that the Park will now accommodate 40,300 people aprox. The cost of the Redevelopment is £14,000and a debt of £8,000 remains. The Committee intend to build a stand when the debt is cleared.

Cavan beaten by Tyrone 6-4 in Omagh Tennis thriller. Stars for Cavan were Dr and Mrs Flannery Jack Halpin and Mrs Cole.

Military Dance in the Town Hall Music by the Metropole Hotel Orchestra. Miss Cole Legway is the winner of the Miss Breffni Silver Cup 2^nd Ethel Brady Ballintemple. Bridie M Smith Brady Historian and members of the Metropole Band were the judges of the competition for which there was an entry of 20 young ladies.

Breffni Park Reopening Mid Cavan Battalion FCA will provide the Guard of Honour for Bishop Quinn at the re opening ceremony on Sunday. Admission 1/- sideline 2/-.Sean OG O Ceallacain will referee the Kerry V Cavan game while Tommie Reilly Cootehill will have charge of the Mayo V Antrim game.The stadium is fitted out with a Public Address System installed and operated by Smyth’s 60 Main Street Cavan.

34 Caravans -24 from Northern Ireland and 10 from the Republic attend the 1^st National Caravan Rally at the Park Hotel Virginia. Thousands throng the grounds from all over Ireland. With Ballroom Dancing and Golf Competitions for the adults and sports day for the children in glorious weather conditions.

Death of James McAviney Warburg Street Dublin. He was over 30 years employed by McCarren and Company rising to the rank of Manager. Retired just over 6 years ago and purchased a Licensed Premises in Dunlin. Survived by his wife and daughter. Funeral from High Street Church to Glasnevin.

Poor bidding for Jim Rafter’s Pub in Bridge Street (Congo Bar)Frank Conlon withdrew the premises when the bidding stopped at £1,000. Being negotiated at a much higher price. Jim is now a Salesman with Jackson’s Garage.

 

Death of Mrs McKeon Emmett Place. Father Joe Hunt officiated at the funeral from the Cathedral to Laragh Cemetery.

June 14^th 1952 Over 12,000 throng the street of Cavan to celebrate the reopening of Breffni Park.500 travelled on the excursion train from Belfast. After a damp overcast morning the afternoon was ideal with sun and light winds. Most of all the rain held off. Gate receipts amounted to £1,000-17-0. After Monaghan Brass and Reed Band led the parade and played the National Anthem 2 mainly disappointing games followed where Kerry beat Cavan 1-7 to 0-5 and Mayo the All Ireland Champions hammered Antrim 3-8 to 0-4. John Nallen had a great first half for his native Mayo but was injured in the ribs by a collision with one of his own men early in the second half and had to be replaced. Before the start of the first game 2 minutes silence was observed in honour of the recently deceased Kerry star Joe Barrett. Cavan team Seamus Morris Arva John Joe O Reilly Curragh Phil Brady Mullahoran Paul Fitzsimmons Maghera John Sheridan Killinkere Liam Maguire Cornafean Brian O Reilly Cornafean Aidan Corrigan Dan McCaffrey Stradone Terry Keogan Castlerahan Barley McEnroe Mountnuggent Victor Sherlock Kingscourt Johnny Cusack Lavey Mick Higgins Captain Bailieboro and Tony Tighe Castlerahan.Bishop Austin Quinn from a special podium in the centre of the arena declared the park officially open. The ceremony concluded with the playing of Faith of Our Father’s. Many speeches both in Breffni Park and afterwards at the Reception in the Farnham Hotel where the attendance included Bishop Austin Quinn who performed the opening ceremony Bishop Patrick Moynagh Bishop of Calabar Paddy Smith Minister for Agriculture V O Donoghue President of the GAA.Addresses of welcome to the visiting teams read by Michael Conlon Town Clerk and Michael J Smith County Secretary later presented to the 3 teams by Mary Brady Chairman of Cavan UDC.Among the attendance were Mick McGurk Johnnie Brady Peter O Reilly who all played on the first Cavan team to contest an All Ireland Semi Final in 1891. At the conclusion of the meal Bishop Quinn presented Father Noel Fay Chairman of the County Board with a personal cheque of £25 towards the cost of the project. Thanks to the tireless work of John Sexton Caretaker and his family the pitch was in splendid condition clearly marked and all flags gently fluttering in the light breeze. The Ceilidhe in the Town Hall music by the Emerald Ceilidhe Band was packed to capacity with visitors and locals celebrating this great occasion. Father Noel Fay Chairman of the Cavan County Board thanked all who helped or participated in this great day for Cavan and Breffni.

1^st Breffni Park Development Draw results of open public draw  that took place in Eugene Cullivan’s with Tom Gilroy Chairman Master of Ceremonies,1^st £20 Rosetta Christie C/o Vera Brady’s Cavan 2nd £5 Maisie O Reilly Stradone 3rd £2 Liam Bogue Creighan Sawmills £1 each John Cassidy Bridge Street Peggy Allen Saint Phelim’s Place May O Rourke Ballyhaise.

Death of Anthony Carroll  son of the late TJ Carroll MRCVS and Mrs Carroll Church Street now resident at Leinster Square  Rathmines.Deep sympathy is extended to his mother and the rest of the family.

June 21st 1952 Despite having to stop to repair a puncture J Ryan Emerald Cycling Club wins the Tour of Breffni (Dublin /Cavan Return) in a phenomenal time of  5 hours and 51 minutes for the over 140 mile journey which included a full lap of the town.He won by just 1 second from O Connell Dublin with D Quinn Dublin Wheelers 3^rd a further 4 seconds adrift.

Brother Michael De La Salle Cavan and a native of Limerick is transferred to the De La Salle East London South Africa. Outstanding hurler he did  much to revive the game in Cavan and took an active interest in organising the School football competitions. He is replaced by Brother Leonardus.

Tar boiler goes on fire at Moynehall resulting in the area being shrouded in a thick fog of smoke for several hours. Heavy rain is reported as the cause of the fire.

Rev Andrew Masterson son of Mr and Mrs John Masterson Inishbeg Butlersbridge is ordained to the priesthood by Bishop Austin Quinn assisted by Fathers Charles Travers James Carroll and Very Rev Patrick McNiffe Saint Patrick’s College in the Cathedra of Saints Patrick and Phelim Cavan.The new priest was assisted by his neighbour Father PJ Brady Glasgow a native of Drumhurk Butlersbridge while Father Vincent Kennedy was on the Organ. The new priest is son of John a well known former Butlersbridge footballer and captain. Also in attendance was James (brother) Mary and Eileen (sister) and two uncles Tom and James Masterson.He later said his first public Mass in Saint Aidan’s Church Butlersbridge which was packed to capacity for the occasion. He has been ordained for the Diocese of Birmingham.

Father Eugene O Dowd son of JP and Mrs O Dowd County Registrar Farnham Street is ordained in Saint Patrick’s College Maynooth by Cootehill native the Archbishop of Dublin and Primate of All Ireland John Charles McQuaid. Rev J Boyle and Rev F Gallagher both from Cootehill were also ordained at the same ceremony. On Wednesday Father Eugene said his first public Mass at 9 AM in the Cathedral of Saints Patrick and Phelim Cavan.

 Betty Breslin 23 Coleman Road is the winner of the Top Prize of £20 in the 2^nd Breffni Park Draw 2^nd £5 A McGahern College View Mary Duffy Jackson’s Garage and Maire McGirr Latt.

Saint Joseph’s Young Priests Society Cavan GV Maloney Presiding also in attendance Father PJ Gargan Mrs Ferris Mrs Cullen Mrs Flood Miss McCabe Josie Smith and M/S MJ Galligan Patrick McCarren T O Reilly The Regal George Maloney Junior and Frank Lynott. Vote of sympathy was passed to Mrs Tommy O Reilly The Regal on the death of her mother.

Cullen Cup at County Cavan Golf Club is won by Dr Sean O Reilly playing off 24 5 up with 2nd Edward O Hanlon off 1 and 1 up. There were 53 competitors and Mrs Cullen and friends served tea to the visitors and competitors.

July 5th 1952  Father Timothy Connolly a native of Ballinagh is appointed the Superior General of the Maynooth Mission to China at their 5^th General Chapter in Saint Columban’s Utah USA.He succeeds the late Father Jeremiah Denehy who died suddenly in December 1951. Born in 1904 son of John and Mrs Connolly Merchants Ballinagh Father Tim received his early education at the local National School an later Saint Patrick’s College Cavan and Saint Patrick’s College Maynooth where he was ordained in 1927.He spent a further year in the Dunboyne Establishment where he took his H Dip before being appointed a professor in Saint Patrick’s College where he stayed until 1934 when he joined the fledgling Maynooth Mission to China. He is over 17 years attached to the American Division of the Society where he has served as Professor and Regional Bursar from 1947-1952 when he became Regional Director USA for the Society.

‘Little Mo’ Maureen Connolly from the USA captures the minds and hearts of the nation as she sweeps to the Ladies’ Single title at her first attempt at the age of 17. ‘Little M’ beat three times champion Louise Brough 7-4 6-3 on the centre court at Wimbledon London.

Rev J McCaffrey Stradone is among 22 students  ordained for the Diocese of Dublin by Archbishop John McQuaid at an ordination ceremony in All Hallows College Dublin.

Central Café under new management of the Donohoe family from Belfast is open after all dances. Four course dinners from 3/-.

All entries for the  South Ulster Tennis Championship to Hugh Rafferty Tournament Secretary Phone Cavan 114.Play starts each day at 11 until 9 PM. Admission 1/- Finals Day 1/6.

July 12^th 1952 Sudden death of Inspector John McDonagh at the age of 48 in Monaghan where he was carrying out temporary duties. After serving in the IRA and Irish Army he joined the Garda in 1934 and served in Longford Kerry Westmeath Louth and Dublin before coming to Cavan. Very well known and highly respected of good humoured and affable disposition. Survived by his wife and 1 daughter living in Mullingar. Funeral from Monaghan County Hospital escorted by uniformed Guard of Honour and 53 cars. All business in Cavan ceased as the cortege made its way to the Cathedral of Christ the King Mullingar.Office and Solemn High Mass celebrated by Rev W Kirley CC Mullingar assisted by Fathers Jimmy O Reilly Adm Cavan and Father Joe Hunt who also officiated at the graveside.

John Dowd Commission Agent (Bookmaker) opens for business at 21 A Bridge Street Phone Cavan 244.Weekly credit accounts opened on approved references !

Dr FPE Smith and Mrs PA Galligan Bridge Street win the President’s  John F O Hanlon’s Prize at County Cavan Golf Club 2^nd M Holland and Maggie Hickey 3^rd Bob Henderson and Helen McCarren.56 competitors and Mrs O Hanlon served tea to all visitors and competitors.

William P Maloney is presented with the Gold Medal for Grocery by the Minister for Industry and Commerce Sean Lemass at a function in the Shelburne Hotel. Willie is presently working in Brown Thomas’ Grafton Street Dublin and is son of George V and Eileen Maloney Farnham Street.

Big attendance at the free Ford Motor film show sponsored by Jackson’s Garage in the Magnet Cinema. Very informative and instructional for car owners and colour film of exotic places for those interested in travel.

70 De La Salle pupils members of the choir and altar servers enjoy their annual outing to Bettyystown playing on the beach consuming sweets and sandwiches. They later frequented Woolworth’s and Wentworth’s in Drogheda where they purchased souvenirs of their visit before being entertained to high tea in the White Horse Hotel Drogheda. Brothers Augustus Principal Leonidas Luke and Cassenius accompanied a very well behaved party.

Michael Conlon is transferred on promotion to Louth County Council Dundalk. Very popular member of the Community he was an outstanding member of Cavan Lawn Tennis Club and Pavillion Pantomime Committee. Numerous presentations are made to this very popular official and it is hoped that he will continue to visit Cavan on a regular basis.

August 2^nd 1952 Death of Eva Peron wife of President Peron of Argentina after a long illness. Millions of grieving Argentineans lined the streets outside the Palace in Buenos Aires where she lay in State. Known as Evita all church bells throughout Argentina will ring out in unison for 15 minutes on the day of her funeral. Businesses closed own all over Argentina as a mark of respect for 2 days while the Government order a period of 20 days mourning. 5 killed and 2,000 injured in stampede to view the body which was covered in orchids Eva’s favourite flower. President Sean T O Kelly sent a telegram of sympathy on behalf of the Irish nation to Juan Peron President of Argentina on the death of his wife.

August 9th 1952 Driest July since 1935 but sunshine only 81% of normal.

Colm McGovern from Drumkilly heads the list of Honours at Saint Patrick’s College Leaving Students. Colm achieved 5 honours while Phil Cullivan from College Street heads the list of the town students with an honours leaving certificate.

August 16^th 1952 Cavan in collective training in the Woodford Hotel Ballyconnell for the All Ireland Semi Final tilt with Cork in Croke Park. The collection taken up at all Masses in the town amounted to £52.Masses in the Cathedral from 7:30 and in the Convent from 6:45 to accommodate those travelling on the early train.

Teddy McCormack PRO Cavan Boy Scouts reports that 52 boys under Scout Master John Donohoe are under canvas on their annual 2 week holiday in Enniscrone County Sligo.

Thomas Ivan McClelland 23 Connolly Street awarded a Day Scolarship to the nearby Royal School.

Death of Mother Mary Anthony Smith Poor Clare Convent. Former Bursar and Novice Mistress she was 58 years in religion. Native of Laragh the family are very well known in religious circles. She was aunt of Phil Smith Farnadolly.Bishop Austin Quinn presided at the funeral in the Convent Chapel with burial in the adjoining cemetery.

The Misses Maguires of Gorman and Company (Opposite Credit Union) are retiring from business and are offering their entire stock for sale at greatly reduced prices. No Credit or Approbation.

Cavan beat Cork 0-10 to Cork’s 2-3 to qualify for the All Ireland Senior Football Final where they will play Meath on September 28^th before an attendance of 42,582. The Breffni contingent travelled in their thousands by train and car.

AH Smith Perpetual Cup at County Cavan Golf Club 1^st Minnie McCarren (32) 73 2^nd Maureen McDonald (35) 73 3^rd AF McDonald (17) 76.

August 23^rd Congratulations pour in from Cavan exiles abroad congratulating Cavan on qualifying for yet another All Ireland. Terry Murray London and late of Breffni Terrace and Harry Dawson New York and late of Keadue Lodge are confident of a Cavan victory in the Final on September 28^th.

Cavan Minors make it a double when qualifying for the All Ireland Final by beating Westmeath 3-6 to 1-9 at Pearse Park Longford. They will now play Galway in the All Ireland Minor Final on September 28^th.

On the domestic from front Cavan Slashers will play Bailieborough in the County Senior Semi Final at Breffni Park where admission is 1/- and the sideline is 1/- extra.

Clare Brady a native of Virginia is appointed Acting Town Clerk in succession to Michael Conlon who has gone on promotion to Dundalk

August 30th 1952 Mel O Reilly gives a birds eye view of the recent boy Scouts Camp in Enniscrone. “Rise at 8 Cooks Rise at 7:30 Prayers  PT (Physical Torture) then 52 hungry young lads rush to Cook House for breakfast Peeling of Spuds to the sound of whistling music while you work. Cleaning tidying camping site Bugle call and trip to strand for morning dip. dinner Rest football cricket and v=basketball afternoon dip in the sea Tea Prayers Cinema etc Lights out at 10:30.Highlight of the camp this year was the shopping trip to Ballina”. During the Camp Mel reports that the 52 scouts under Scoutmaster John Donohoe consumed 20 lbs of tea 139 ½ lbs of sugar 395 pan loaves 124 lbs of butter 149 quarts of milk 60 stone of potatoes 94 lbs of jam 48 lbs of tea 32 lbs of rashers and 45 lbs of sausages. Roll on 1953.On the way home the Troop stopped in Sligo to complete the shopping and all arrived home tanned and fit at 8:30 pm.

Social and presentation to Moya Brady daughter of Mrs and the late Johnny Brady Main Street and Lough Gowna  on the occasion of her marriage to Patrick Lindsay BL who practices on the Western Circuit. He is a former Professor in the Royal School.

Death of Edward Halligan Railway Cottage Swellan who worked with GNR at Cavan Station for over 40 years. Ned was a native of Longford and was deservedly popular with all his friends customers and neighbours. He is survived by a large family. The Cathedral was packed to capacity for the Funeral Mass celebrated by Father Malachy Byrne with burial later in Cullies.

Death of Philip Quinn at an early age. He leaves a widow and 2 young children. Son of Philip senior Lakeview. Funeral from the Cathedral to Annagelliffe old graveyard with Father Malachy Byrne officiating.

September 6^th 1952 Bailieborough boasting many of he Cavan All Ireland stars including Mick Higgins and Phil Brady comprehensively defeat Cavan Slashers 2-6 to 1-3 in a dull County Senior Semi Final encounter at Breffni Park. Cavan Slashers Jack Rogers Brendan Sexton Gerry Maloney Captain James Dillon Michael Newman Sean Greene Dan Maloney Michael Conaty Patrick (Paddy) Walsh Michael Walsh Sam Rutherford Frank Carroll Hugh Rafferty Michael Conlon and Tommy Hughes. ‘The Quiet Man’ starring John Wayne Maureen O Hara Barry Fitzgerald is showing all week in the Magnet Cinema having been filmed in Cong county Mayo in Technicolor.

Patricia O Reilly Bridge Street is the winner of the top prize £20 in this week’s Breffni Park Draw 2^nd £5 Ina McEntee (HP) Saint Phelim’s Place 3^rd and £2 Jack Gray Farnham 3 prizes of £1 go to Carmel Lunn College Street T Sheridan Saint Phelim’s Place and John J Duignan Lossett Post Office.

Life Saving and swimming Instructions at Swellan Lake 2^nd Class Sean Walsh Wolfe Tone Street Kevin McDermott Lake View Patrick Duffy College Street Patrick Mullery College Street. The instructor was Noel O Beara Raheny assisted by George Maloney Junior Cavan

Death of Charles Smith in New York. Native of Breffni Terrace he was an altar boy and later Sacristan in the old Cathedral Cavan. Very popular in both Ireland and America he was very prominent in the Cavan Association in New York.

Presentations to Nurse Molly Galligan on the occasion of her marriage and compulsory retirement from the staff of Saint Joseph’s Hospital Lisdarn.Chairman Philip O Reilly MC Terence Grealish. Presentation was made by Dr MA Cooney County MOH on behalf of the patients and staff. Music was by Pee Galligan and his Band.

Death of Patrick Coyle in England. He was a former member of the staff of the Anglo Celt before joining the British Army. Son of Edward Coyle Mons Terrace ex Postman. Funeral in England.

Drumalee GFC hold their annual outing to Omeath and Warrenpoint on a beautiful sunny day. Leaving at 10 they stopped off in Dundalk for lunch before sailing from Omeath to Warrenpoint.Later they toured the majestic Mourne Mountains stopping in Calvary to do the stations of the cross in breathtaking surroundings. On the way home they stopped for High Tea in Dundalk before returning after a most enjoyable day to Drumalee at midnight.

September 13^th 1952 John J McGinnell Edenticlare and Anne Reilly Kilnaleck are selected by The Lourdes Invalid Fund to travel to Lourdes with the Meath Diocesan Pilgrimage. Bishop Quinn blessed the 2 pilgrims on the evening before departure and wished them a safe and happy pilgrimage. The party will travel to Paris by plane and transfer by speedy train to Lourdes. Meanwhile in Lourdes Mary Smith 18 from Annaglough is busy working in the ‘Little Flower Irish Centre’ since last April giving vital information on times of ceremonies accommodation facilities availability and train departures to pilgrims. Daughter of Mr and Mrs John Smith she is on a 6 month tour of duty and at weekends she journeys by bus to Lourdes Lake for swimming and recreation. She hopes to spend some of the money she has earned by staying for a week’s holiday in Paris and London on her way home in the Autumn!

ESB busy replacing the old ESB poles and infrastructure around the town giving work to many labourers in the area.

Mrs Dr Flannery Bill Anderson and Valerie McCarren are the outstanding local performers at the star studded Cavan Lawn Tennis Open Week in Farnham Street. Great credit is due to Cyril Anderson Secretary and the organising committee for the exemplary manner in which this mammoth event was run off on schedule despite frequent interruptions for rain. The winners of the premier events were P Jackson Belfast Gent’s Singles and Miss J Clarke Ladies’ Singles.

Luke Smith holidaying with Mrs Anna Greene Saint Phelim’s Place catches a specimen 14 lbs pike at Derrabrick. He. He was in the company of Joe Greene and Paddy Smith both very experienced Anglers..

GAA collection at all churches in the Parish amounts to an impressive £35 as the county teams wind down their preparations for the All Ireland Finals when the Minors play Galway and the Seniors face neighbours Meath.

September 24^th 1952 Marriage of John and Sadie Kennedy Nee Small.

Death of Jane Willis widow of John Coratubber.She was mother of Joy Willis M/S Halpin Solicitors. Funeral from Cavan Parish Church to Kilmore Cemetery.

October 4th 1952 Cavan snatch a draw from the jaws of defeat against Meath in the All Ireland Senior Final at Croke Park where the Minor game was postponed because of the inclement wet weather. A crowd of 64,00 witnessed a hard fought no frills affair where the teams were locked on Cavan 1-2 Meath 0-5 at the interval. The replay will take place in Croke Park on October 12^th .Only 167 travelled by train from Cavan town. Most preferred to travel by private car or bus. The train was delayed and didn’t arrive home until 1 am due to the heavy traffic on the line

Cavan Rugby team to play Armagh away Mattie Donohoe Leo Cosgrove Bill Anderson E Wallace D Duane J McGregor P Storey M Donnelly Richard Black Teddy McCormack J Corris Gerry Kinsella George Maloney Captain Norman Cinnamond Frank Lynott.

Paddy McManus son of Mrs McManus and the late Tom McManus is the recipient of a presentation in the Ulster Arms Hotel as he leaves Cavan to work in Dublin. The presentation was made by Michael Walsh on behalf of Paddy’s many friends in the Cavan area.

Philip Murphy is enjoying a long holiday with his parents Jim and Annie Murphy Breffni Terrace. He is a member of the USA Army and has been involved in several gun battles in the ongoing Korean War .

October 11th 1952 Dermot Morgan playing off 12 beats Walter Lambert playing off 12 to win the Farnham Cup 2 up. In the O Hanlon Cup Thomas Donlon off 19 beats H Rogers in 2^nd 18 hole play off after they had been level after round 1.

October 18th 5^th All Ireland for Cavan-Higgins great part in classic win but the Minors go down to splendid Galway side in bad weather conditions at Croke Park.Tumultous welcome in the Market Square as Mick Higgins raised the Sam Maguire in salute to the thousands of loyal Cavan fans paying tribute to M/S Grogan Carolan Caffrey and Smith from Mullagh who afforded the team a lift to the celebrations when the bus they were travelling in from Dublin broke down. At the Reception in the Farnham Hotel songs were sung by Father Noel Fay Maura McEntee Nee Smyth Tony Tighe Edwin Carolan Victor Sherlock Miss Connell (sister in law of Mick Higgins) and Superintendent Murray who delighted the audience with some wicked poetry and monologues. Buses and cars travelled from the locality with many expressing the view that because of the inclement weather the Finals should be played on the last Sunday in August. A huge crowd gathered in Cavan town on Sunday night delighted with the sterling display of the Cavan team and flags and buntings remained up until after the Fair Day on Tuesday.

Death of Margaret Brady Upper Main Street widow of Pat and mother of Vera Brady she was a niece of Bishop Andrew Boylan the former Bishop of Kilmore. Father James Hunt officiated at the funeral from the Cathedral to Gowna.

Death of Mrs Mary O Neill mother in law of Mick Reilly Upper Main Street. Requiem Mass in the Cathedral with burial in Balinalee Cemetery.

October 4th 1952 Seamus Fox is elected Secretary of the new Cavan Players at a meeting in the Town Hall. All old and interested members are asked to contact Seamus with a view to resuming production.

Death of Tommy Murray Breffni Terrace after a short illness. Former Fianna Fail member of Cavan Urban Council.He was a veteran of the Boer War. Father Charles Cartwright officiated at the funeral in the presence of a capacity attendance from the Cathedral to Cullies.

Death of Mrs Frank Lee Tullyco after a lengthy illness in the Richmond Hospital Dublin. Well known and very religious person.  Father Joseph Hunt officiated at the large funeral from the cathedral to Killygarry.

Death of Jack O Gorman Behey. He was brother of the late Monsignor O Gorman L A and Charles O Gorman PP Ontario Canada. Father Joseph Hunt officiated at the large funeral from the Cathedral to Cullies.

Jack McConnell Chairman of the Taxi Owners and Hackney association calls on all interested parties to join them in their fight against the new road tax which the Government are proposing to introduce.

October 11th 1952 Dermot Morgan playing off 12 beats Walter Lambert also off 12 to win the prestigious Farnham Cup 2 up at County Cavan Golf Club while Thomas Donlon (19) beats H Rogers in 18 hole play off to win the O Hanlon Cup after the pair finished all square after 18 holes.

5^th All Ireland for Cavan-Mick Higgins the star as Cavan beat Meath in Replay played in appalling weather conditions while Cavan are beaten in the Minor Final by Galway in the curtain raiser. Mick Higgins pays tribute to M/s Grogan Carolan Caffrey and Smith from Mullagh for giving the team a lift to the main Reception in Cavan after the bus in which they were travelling broke down in Mullagh where Edwin Carolan Victor Sherlock Mrs McCarthy  Maura McEntee (Nee Smyth) and Miss O Connell lit up the Reception in the Farnham Hotel .Superintendent Joe Murray contributed with a couple of monologues and poems. Not as many people passed through the town on the way to the game as in the drawn encounter 2 weeks ago and many were of the opinion that the All Ireland Football Final should be played on the last Sunday in August to ensure more clement weather. Hundreds pour onto the streets with flags and colours as soon as the broadcast ended and celebrations continued beyond the Fair Day on Tuesday where flags and buntings remained in place.

Death of Margaret Brady Upper main Street. Predeceased by her husband Pat she is survived by her daughter Vera (Gilchrest).She was a niece of the late Dr Boylan Bishop of Kilmore.Father Joseph Hunt officiated at the funeral from the Cathedral to Gowna.

Sympathy is extended to Mick Reilly Merchant and Licensed Vintner Upper Main Street on the death of his mother in law Mary O Neill.Burial took place in Balinalee.

Death of Tommy Murray Breffni Terrace after a short illness former Fianna Fail member of Cavan UDC.Fought in the Boer War with the British Army and returned home unscathed. Father Charles Cartwright officiated at the largely attended funeral from the cathedral to Cullies Cemetery.

Death of Mrs Frank Lee Tullyco after along illness in the Richmond Hospital Dublin. Father Joseph Hunt officiated at the large funeral from the cathedral to Killygarry Cemetery.

Death of John Gorman Behey brother of the late Monsignor O Gorman Los Angeles and Charles O Gorman PP Ontario Canada. Father Joseph Hunt officiated at the funeral from the cathedral to Cullies Cemetery.

Breffni Park Development Committee Tommy Gilroy is promoted from being Treasurer to Chairman after he announced that the Committee had already raised £3,159 of which the vast sum of £1536 -16-10 was raised in the last year from the weekly draw and Bazaar. Chairman TM Gilroy Vice Chairman J Maguire Treasurer Tommy Hughes Secretary Eugene Monahan.

Amazing meeting of Cavan Boy Scouts in Scout’s Hall Bridge Street where the overheads are crippling the Troop with Rent and Light costing an astronomical £30-5-7 and the Annual Camp costing £140 .After a long discussion it was decided that the Troop would either have to seek out cheaper premises or cancel the annual camp. In attendance were Chairman Father Malachy Byrne Secretary Brother Casenus Paddy Donohoe John Donohoe Scoutmaster Garda Storey Mel O Reilly Gerry Kinsella John Walsh Joe Maguire Mattie Corcoran and Gerald Maguire.

Paddy Donegan Emmett Place with the assistance of his son also called Paddy manages to fish out a ladies bicycle worth between £10-£12 from the raging torrent of the nearby Kinnypottle. He brought the brand new bicycle to Cavan Garda Station here he was rewarded some time later with a measly 2/- by the relieved owner.

November 1st 1952 Death of Norah Brady only daughter of Mr and Mrs James Brady Wolfe Tone Street. Survived by her brothers sisters and other relatives. Father Malachy Byrne officiated at the Funeral from the Cathedral to Cullies.

Sean Woods Messenger Cavan Post Office is promoted as Clerk to Monaghan Post Office following his success in the local Civil Service Exams. He is eldest son of Paddy Woods Postman Cavan.

Door to door collection of the town to honour the Cavan heroes who won the county’s 5^th All Ireland on Sunday Chairman Father jimmy O Reilly Vice Chairman Louis Blessing Treasurer Seamus Gilheaney Secretary Tommy Smith Drumalee.

Breffni Park Draw 1^st£20 Mrs Patrick Gaffney Latt 2^nd £5 Noreen Dowd Casement Street 3^rd Joe Maguire Bridge Street £1 each to  Elizabeth Donohoe Bridge Street John O Smith College Street and Mrs Cassidy Arva.

November 8th 1952 Discussions continue on the sale of the site for the new Post Office at the Market Square. Many of the members expressing the view that the Department’s offer of £4,500 is totally inadequate for a site purchased by the Council for £5,000 in 1923.It was decided to appoint a committee to examine the proposal and review the amount of compensation which the Council may have to pay to sitting tenants. Mary Brady Chairman M/S Fegan Sean Magee Pat McDonnell Tommy Cullivan were all in attendance.

Breffni Park Development Draw 1^{st £20} Ned Cooke Main Street 2^nd AF McDonald Church Street 3^rd £2 Helen McCarren Farnham Road.£1 each Jim Higgins Church Street J Foynes Butlersbridge and Mattie Corcoran Town Hall Street.

November 15th 1952 Tragic death of John Francis Allen Mitchell Street following a kick around behind the goals in Breffni Park where some of the older lads would appear to have engaged in throwing the deceased on the nets resulting in his head hitting a hard object at the back of the goals. Doctor Jack Sullivan gave evidence that the deceased was attending him for a defective valve in his heart and he was under constant medical care. Joseph Allen father Mitchell Street Mattie Reilly 13 Mitchell Street Thomas Murray Mitchell Street all gave evidence. Evelyn O Hare gave evidence of finding the deceased on his own unconscious on the laneway leading from the Park. Evelyn called on Hugh O Reilly who assisted and brought him by car to the Surgical Hospital where he died a short time later. The Jury of Jim Leonard Tom McKenna Peter Mullen Pee Connolly D Brady T Brady Edie O Gorman returned a verdict in accordance with the evidence.

D Dwane son of DT Dwane former Postmaster Cavan is injured in battle while fighting for the United Nations in the Korean War. He describes how the Chinese go into battle roaring screaming and blowing loud bugles creating mayhem.

Frank Conlon sells his high class licensed premises ‘The Ritz Bar’ to Phil Gargan from Virginia for a sum in excess of £2,000.ConP Smith was the Auctioneer and Tom Fitzpatrick had carriage of sale.

While FW Swan sells his well known old established boot shop opposite the Farnham Hotel to Jack Allen for an undisclosed amount.

November 22nd 1952 Cavan Rugby team to play Carrickfergus in 1^st Round of Town’s Cup in Armagh M Donnelly Dessie Tweedy Edie Walllace P Downey Tom Cinnamond Bill Anderson Peter Storey P Scott Paddy Cooney Richard Black J Corrie George Maloney Captain Frank Lynott R White K Lynch. Subs to travel Gerry Kinsella Teddy McCormack Norman Cinnamond Des Dunne Leo Cosgrove M Donohoe P McGrath C Fay.

Sympathy is extended to Mr and Mrs J Miney Rossa Place on the death  of their son in law John Carney Merchant Mill House Bunclody County Wexford. He leaves a wife and young family.

November 29^th 1952 Father PJ Ruddy son of Phil and Mrs Ruddy Bridge Street is appointed Pastor in Saint Joseph’s Florida.

Death of Anna Carney College Street relict of Peter Carney. Funeral from the Cathedral to Killygarry Cemetery.

Death of Ellen (Nellie) Lynch Lake View. Originally from the Cock Hill. Father Joseph Hunt presided at the funeral from the Cathedral .

Death of Edward (Eddy) Smith Behey. Son of Peter Smith well known Licensed Vintner 59 Upper Main Street. Funeral from the Cathedral to Cullies Cemetery.

Cavan Boy Scouts hold their annual celebrity concert starring Mike Nolan well known Dublin comedian Albert Healy on the Accordion Monica Browne on the Saxaphone and Irish dancer Billy Jordan Guitarist and Yodeller and the McLaughlin Sisters on the harmonica.

JW Twoomey Pianist and founder member of the famous Savanah Band and employee of CIE for 15 years at Cavan Goods Station is made a presentation on the occasion of his promotion to a similar post in Glanmire Road Station Cork.

Archbishop Dalton of Armagh is appointed a Cardinal by Pope Pius XII. Will be consecrated along with 23 others at a Consistory in Rome on January 12^th 1953.This brings the numbers of the Sacred College to its maximum of 70 for the first time in 200 years. Cardinal Dalton becomes the 6^th Irish Cardinal after Cardinal Paul Cullen Dublin 1866 Edward McCabe Dublin 1882 Cardinal Michael Logue Armagh 1893 Cardinal Patrick O Donnell Armagh 1925 Cardinal Joseph McRory Armagh 1929. Cardinal Dalton is the first ever Connaught born Cardinal- born in Claremorris 69 years ago. Ordained in 1908.Noted Classical scholar he was Professor of Ancient Classics in Saint Patrick’s College Maynooth.President of Maynooth College from 1938 later appointed Bishop of Meath. Appointed Archbishop of Armagh in 1946 succeeding his great friend Cardinal McRory-he became the first Connaught man in 188 years to rule the Sea of Armagh. Recently honoured by Queens University with an Honary Doctorate becoming the first member ever of the Irish Hierarchy to receive the award from Queens University. He presided at the consecration of Cavan Cathedral on the 14^th September 1947.

Unexpected death of the legendary John Joe O Reilly on Friday night the 21^st November 1952 at the Curragh General Hospital after a short illness at the age of 34. The nation were shocked to hear the news of the death of John Joe on the 8 am Radio Eireann news as recent reports from the Hospital had indicated that he had rallied and would make a full recovery. Educated at the Derries National School Saint Patrick’s College and The Cadet Military Academy which he entered in 1937.John Joe was a member of the Cavan Senior team from 1937-1952 starring in 6 All Ireland Finals and playing a pivotal role behind the scenes in the winning of this year’s All Ireland by Cavan. He played his last game for Cavan at the opening of Breffni Park on June 8^th 1952 and unveiled a Memorial to his great half back colleague PJ Duke in Laragh Cemetery before leading out Cavan for the last time. He was commissioned in 1939 appointed Captain in 1942 and Commandant in 1945 attached to 3^rd Battalion 25^th Battalion Curragh Military College and Training Depot. His father John (The Horse) played for Cavan from 1908 while his brothers Tom (Big Tom) and Father Brian also won All Ireland medals with Cavan.He was perhaps Cavan’s greatest ever personality showing outstanding example and leadership. Tributes pour in from all over Ireland England and the USA with many people from the North and Donegal journeying to Killeshandra to pay their last respects. He was a figure of hope and courage in the face of oppression and persecution for the Nationalist population in the North where his photograph adorned many of their homes. His friend and colleague on the Ulster team Kevin Armstrong from Antrim says “ John Joe was perhaps the greatest all round player of his generation. His like will never be seen again” The Belfast News acclaims “John Joe as a naturally clever footballer tactician without a peer.His consistent genius as a Captain and team colleague would never be surpassed. He was the doyen of Gaelic football clean generous chivalrous and one who accepted defeat in the characteristic manner that befitted the supreme sportsman that he was “.The Anglo Celt proclaims John Joe as a “legend before he was 30 who could pluck victory from the jaws of defeat an outstanding example of leadership and sportsmanship.Removal took place to Saint Brigid’s Garrison Church The Curragh on Saturday evening with John Joe’s Army cap and sword on the coffin draped in the Tricolour the gun carriage and the Guard of honour of NCO s marching with reverse rifles each side of the gun carriage with the Army Number 3 Band under Lt D Mellerick playing solemn music including the Dead March. The remains were received by  Father PJ Boylan O F Reverend J McGurk. Also in attendance was Major General Liam Egan Chief of Staff Colonel J Lillis Assistant Chief of Staff Cmdt James Daly Parade Marshal. All hotels and catering establishments in the area booked out as huge crowds gathered on the route through Naas Dublin Navan Kells where the cortege stopped outside the Church Virginia and Cavan where thousands gathered at Breffni Park and the cortege over 2 mile long stopped with 1 minutes silence being observed by the huge crowd. Then the coffin draped in the Tricolour with the dead officers cap sword and gloves on top borne on a gun carriage for over 150 miles began to make its final journey to Killeshandra where people from all over Ireland but particularly Ulster gathered to pay their last respects to a man who was known and respected in every household in the country. The Army Number 3 Band and Officers with reverse rifles escorted the Gun Carriage through the crowded streets where many of the natives sobbed and cried in grief. Arriving at Saint Brigid’s Church the coffin was borne into the Church by a party of NCOs and received by Rev P Boylan Senior Chaplain the Curragh Very Rev P Canon Smith PP VF Killeshandra Very Rev P Comiskey PP Kilmore and Rev J J Donohoe CC Killeshandra.After a short Service the remains were bone from the Church to the grave by members of the Cavan All Ireland winning team where Father Boylan recited the prayers at the graveside. The firing party under Lieut J Clarke Army Training Depot the Curragh fired 3 volleys and the Last Post and Reveille were then sounded. Nine wreaths were laid on the grave The chief mourners were widow Olive O Reilly sons Breffni and Brian daughters Sarah and Alval parents John and Sarah O Reilly Derries Upper brothers Rev Brian Jersey City USA Michael Thomas (Big Tom) Vincent Frank Seamus sisters Mrs M Fox Mrs E O Dowd Mrs M McLoughlin Mrs K Matthews Mrs J Brady and Miss Anna O Reilly Mr and Mrs J Quane Virginia parents in law. Brothers in law John C OP Dowd Killeshandra Robert McLoughlin Ardee John Fox New York Seamus Brady London Peter Matthews London Uncles listed are Michael O Reilly Drumcoghill Peter O Reilly Marahill Frank O Reilly Church Street Cavan Packie Joe O Reilly Farnaser Aunts Mrs Phair Mrs Plunkett and Mrs J Cullen. Among the dignitaries in attendance was Paddy Smith Minister for Local Government and Jack Lynch Parliamentary Secretary to the Government. Sean O Siochain representing the Central Council of the GAA said  that “ John Joe O Reilly stood for all that was finest on and off the GAA field” while Captain Con Sullivan fellow Irish Army officer said that “John Joe O Reilly was a great soldier respected by the men and loved by all “Throughout the land at all GAA games the Tricolour flew at half mast and 2 minutes silence was observed.

 John Joe O Reilly was born in 1918 son oh John and Sarah Anne O Reilly Derries Upper in the Parish of Kilmore.His father was an outstanding goalkeeper for Cavan winning 4 Ulster Senior Championship medals. Educated at the local National School and Saint Patrick’s College where he won 3 McRory Cup medals in 1935 1936 and 1937.Won his 1^st Ulster Senior medal in 1937 when he later played on the Cavan team who were harshly beaten in the All Ireland Final by Kerry. Starred in the All Ireland Final of 1943 against Roscommon which Cavan again lost in a Replay. He ws again on the beaten side when Cavan ‘gifted’ the All Ireland title to Cork in 1945.John Joe was a great sportsman where victory and defeat were treated in the same manner but hard lessons were learned which were later to stand John Joe and Cavan in good stead. On the 17^th March 1942 Ulster captained by John Joe won the Railway Cup for the first time beating a Munster team of 14 Kerrymen and Cork’s Eamonn Young by 1-10 to 1-5.Captain again in 1943 when Ulster retained the Railway Cup beating Leinster 3-7 to 2-9.In 1946 John Joe succeeded Big Tom as Captain of the Cavan team winning the All Ireland at the Polo Grounds New York in 1947 retaining the title against Mayo in 1948 and annexing Cavan’s first and only National League title in 1948.He was Captain again when Cavan were surprisingly beaten by Meath in the 1949 Final but was first to congratulate the Royal county men on winning their first title. Played a pivotal role behind the scenes with Hughie Reilly in winning Cavan’s 5^th All Ireland title again after a replay against Meath in October 1952.In all John Joe won 2 All Ireland Senior medals 1947 and 1948 11 Ulster Senior medals 1937 1939 1940 1941 1942 1943 1944 1945 1947 1948 1949 4 Railway Cup medals 1942 1943 1947 and 1950 3 McRory Cup medals with Saint Patrick’s College 1935 1936 and 1937.John Joe O Reilly received the ultimate accolade of greatness when he was named on the GAA team of the Century at Centre Half Back with a postage stamp issued in his honour. May Cavan and Ulster’s greatest son Rest in Peace.

November 29th 1952  Carrickfergus beat Cavan 23-3 in the Ulster Junior Cup in Carrickfergus. Cavan with a much changed team put up a much better show against the same opposition in the Ulster Provincial Cup in Armagh only going down by 3-0 the following Saturday when Cavan missed 3 easy penalties and Carrickfergus scored their try after 25 minutes of the 1^st half. Bill Anderson Ed Cinnamond and scrum half Scott were outstanding and always threatened danger to the Carrickfergus line.Dessie Tweedy Cooney and George Maloney were the pick of the forwards.

December 6th 1952 Breffni Park Draw 1^st M Donohoe Butlersbridge 2^nd £5 Vera Gilchrest Main Street 3^rd £2 Joe Duffy Saint Phelim’s Place.£1 each Mrs Tierney Technical School John Mulligan Church Street and Patrick Reilly Cullies.

Death of Elizabeth McGurk from Kelly’s Terrace at an advanced age. She was daughter of Mr and Mrs Tom McGurk.Survived by her brother sisters relatives and friends. The family have been engaged in the building trade as masons and block layers for over 100 years and are related to the Smyth family of the Courthouse. She was a cousin of Mick McGurk who starred in Cavan’s 1^st All Ireland against Commercials Dublin in 1891. Funeral from the cathedral to Cullies cemetery.

Dr Joseph P McMullin is elected a fellow of the College of Surgeons after excelling in his final exams at the College. He is son of Joseph  former County Surgeon Cavan and now Stillorgan.

Bridge AGM 1952  Chairman Surgeon Bertie Cullen Secretary Rev Sean O Reilly Saint Patrick’s College Treasurer Dermot Morgan. Committee Professor Billy Browne and Doctor J A Craig. There are now 42 members attached to the Club.

Death of James McMahon Breffni Terrace at an advanced age. A veteran of World War 1 where he sustained a leg wound which qualified him for pension. Sympathy is extended to the McMahon family by Cavan Labour Band. Funeral of very large dimensions from the Cathedral to Cullies cemetery.

Lily Hicks Emmett Place wins 1^st place in the Islington Gaelic League Feis in the Jig Reel and Hornpipe section. She is a pupil of Bella Power’s Coleman Road and daughter of Mr and Mrs Patrick Hicks River Street. Lily has won several competitions at Feis in Belturbet Ballyjamesduff and Wattlebridge.

December 13th 1952 Butlersbridge will play Cootehill in next Sunday’s Junior Football Championship Final in Breffni Park. Team Peter Keaveney Oliver Ready Sean O Hare John P Burns Patsy Browne Aidan Smith Pat Fitzpatrick Gerry Fitzpatrick Mick Foynes Tommy Browne Captain Sean Browne Con Smith Brian Browne Brendan Dunne and Ken Browne.

Untimely death of well known golfer and badminton player Walter Lambert Saint Phelim’s Place. A native of Wexford Walter came to Cavan with the Irish Army and was an outstanding member of the Pavilion and County Cavan Golf Club. Survived by his wife Mary (Nee Carroll) son Des daughter Gay brother and relatives. Father James J O Reilly presided at the funeral from the Cathedral to Killygarry.

Death of Madge Cusack Nee Conaty very well known Camogie player she won 10 County Championship medals with Killygarry and 2 Ulster Senior medals with Cavan in 1941 and 1942. Father James J O Reilly Adm officiated at the funeral from the Cathedral rto Killygarry.

Sympathy is extended to Garda William Bergin on the death of his wife who was an extremely popular and very religious resident. Father Jimmy O Reilly Adm officiated at the funeral from the Cathedral to Dundrum County Tipperary.

Death of George Clarke Farnham Street at the age of 75.Deputy Acting County Registrar and Principal in Cavan Crown Peace Office. He was a brother of Henry Clark clerk to Cavan Petty Sessions and David Clark Deputy County Registrar Leitrim. Venerable Archdeacon Shire officiated at the funeral to the New cemetery.

Death of Miss McNamara daughter of J McNamara formerly of Cavan Station. All the family were in the tailoring trade for over 100 years.Funeral from the Cathedral to Cullies.

Death of Robert McCabe Behey.Outstanding farmer he was very familiar with all the latest developments and was a great source of help and assistance to his neighbours. Uncle of Father Bob McCabe Saint Patrick’s College. Father Jimmy O Reilly officiated at the funeral from the Cathedral to Cullies cemetery.

December 20th 1952  County Cavan Golf Club AGM President John F O Hanlon Captain Jim Leonard Secretary Dermot Morgan Assistant Secretary JP O Connell Treasurer H Clark Committee Louis Blessing T Brady Dr BT Cullen Tom Fitzpatrick Bob Henderson Sonny Magee ET O Hanlon Jim Rafter an Dr FPE Smith. Winners during 1952 President’s Dr Smith and Mrs Galligan Captain’s Prize John Marron Members Cup K Henry Dr Cullen Cup Dr Sean O Reilly Farnham Cup Dermot Morgan O Hanlon Cup Thomas Donlon Ladies Section 1952 President’s Prize Mrs E McDonagh Captain’s Kathleen Morgan Senior Cup Joan O Hanlon Junior Cup Miss Carmel McDonald Committee Prize and Granard Cup Joan O Hanlon.

December 27th 1952 Death of Margaret Fitzpatrick 8 Saint Bridget’s Terrace wife of Thomas Fitzpatrick. Survived by her husband brother sister. Funeral from the Cathedral to Cullies cemetery.

January 3^rd 1953 Great welcome home for an Taoiseach Eamonn De Velera at Dublin Airport after 4 months in Utrecht Clinic for eye surgery. Walked down the steps from plane unaided to be greeted by the President Sean T O Kelly and Sean Lemass Minister for Industry and Commerce and members of his family. Accompanied by his son Dr Eamonn De Velera he was greeted by his family led by Vivion De Velera.Linked to VIP Lounge by Sean Lemass Mr De Velera was greeted by thousands of people delighted to see him home for Christmas after surgery to reattach a retina in his eye. Greeted by The Primate of All Ireland Bishop John Charles McQuaid and the Papal Nuncio Dr O Hara.Special welcome for his grandchildren before being whisked home for Christmas.

January 3^rd 1953 The latest Census shows that the population of Ireland has declined by over 3 ½ million since 1841 .Worrying drop in the number of females to 1,453,996 drop of 6,234 as compared to 1,506,597 males an increase of 11,720 since the last Census in 1946..Big increase in population in Dublin and Leinster while Connaught and Ulster continues to fall. The population of Cavan was down 5.9 from 1946 to 66,377.

Death of Edward (Ned) Clancy Clonogonnell Cavan. Survived by his sons daughters brother relatives and friends.

Death of Elizabeth Leinster Farnham Cavan relict of George. Funeral from Kilmore Cathedral to Kilmore cemetery.

Death of Lt General Colonel John P Murphy Officer Commanding the 12^th Infantry Sarsfield Barrack Limerick at the age of 54. Native of Killeshandra he was an outstanding footballer with both Cavan and Cornafean.Only recently attended the funeral of his first cousin John Joe O Reilly in Killeshandra.Played with Cavan for 17 years he then took a leading part in preparing Cavan teams for big games. Later played with Kildare and Dublin. Funeral from Garrison Church Sarsfield Barracks to Graignemanagh County Kilkenny.Rev J Phair OMI brother was the Chief Celebrant. Survived by his wife Mary mother Mrs MA Phair brothers Rev James Phair OMI Joseph Phair Packy Phair B Phair Miss M Phair Mrs A Bradley Mrs B McCormick.

RS Black and Joe McGovern take turns at playing the main role of Santa at Cavan Christmas Tree where over 400 children received gifts from the great man himself. The Committee return thanks to the Scoutmaster John Donohoe for the scouts who stewarded Brother Augustine De La Salle for Carol singing by the school choir Paddy Elliott who erected the tree and Mick Smyth who lit the tree with coloured lamps. Christmas passed off peacefully with the shops doing a brisk trade on Christmas Eve. Weather very cold with 6 inches of snow falling on the 3^rd day. Wren Boys and Girls very numerous but no Mummers on Saint Stephen’s’ Day`.

Una Baxter daughter of Senator PF Baxter and Mrs Baxter Saint Aidans Cavan weds Dr BJ O Reilly Blackrock at University Church Stephen’s Green Dublin Rev W Deasy assisted by Fathers Patrick Gaffney Saint Patrick’s College and Father Joe Dolan cousin of the Bride.

Death of Agnes Casey 12 Dean Swift Green Ballymun.Her father was Patrick McManus former Chairman of Cavan County Council who carried on an extensive business in Lower Main Street. Survived by her son Diarmuid daughters Deidre and Marine. She was sister of Rev Vincent McManus CSSR Mrs MJ Mullane Dublin Mrs M Cosgrove late of Granard and the late Drs Austin Francis and Tom McManus in London M/S Hal and Louis McManus Mrs Matt Cullen Stradone.Funeral to Glasnevin cemetery.

January 10th 1953 Death of Annie Mullery wife of Patrick Mullery College Street after a long illness borne with courage and fortitude. She as a member of the McConville family and is survived by her husband Patrick and sons Patrick and Joseph College Street. Capacity attendance at the Requiem Mass and funeral from the Cathedral to Cullies cemetery.

1952 was the driest year since 1941 with 33.90 inches fell as against 32.60 in 1941.In December 4.07 inches fell with the 18^th being the wettest day when .61 inches fell. There was rainfall on 195 days in 1952.

Maura McEntee Nee PA Smyth stars in the title role of Robinson Crusoe belting out all the favourites with her immaculate contralto voice in the Pavilion’s 5h Annual Christmas Pantomime plating to capacity attendances in the Town Hall. Do Do O Hagan was Polly Nayer Eileen McCarren played Jack Vera Brady (Sherlock) played Betty Sonny Magee and Frank Lynott outstanding as Bob and Billy Crusoe Michael Walsh was Captain Cockles Jack Binchey played the Pirate King Frank Brady was Baron Colger Swabber the Mate was Kieran Breen Coral Queen was Joan O Hanlon who performed a beautiful ballet sequence Neptune was Noel Mullen Man Friday the faithful servant was played by Pat McGrath. Taps Maura McGilly M Connolly T Duffy R McCabe B McCabe Valerie McCarren.Ladies Chorus Ms Eileen Gear Maura Mannion Helen McCarren Sile O Reilly Mary O Reilly Ethna McDonnell Kitty McDonnell Carmel McDonald Kitty Donohoe Kathleen Donohoe K Smith Eileen Connolly and Ann Sherlock.Mens Chorus Brendan Jenkins JJ McGuiness M Donnelly M O Reilly John Joe O Reilly E O Reilly P O Reilly Musical Director was Maisie Magee Orchestra GV Maloney Junior Louis Mallon Jack Reilly D McGauran J P Smith Stan Mullery Stage Dinny Whelan Jim Scanlon R Kerrigan Sets Painted by Jim Scanlon were a masterpiece of art and craft. Lighting by Strand Electric operated by Matty Hand Wardrobe Maureen Hand  Annie Brady Jack Poyntz Amplification by Smyth’s 60 Main Street.

January 17^th 1953 Festive Season at Lisdarn sees Mrs Halpin Ford Lodge arrive as usual with a present for each patient some days before the Festival. While on Christmas Day Frank Conlon makes his annual visit with gifts for all and spreads a lot of cheer and happiness with his craic and banter. The Golf Club also sent a Hamper while Sergeant Joe Murray gave his usual film show on Saint Stephen’s Day to the delight of the patients.

Cavan Rugby Club play hosts to Wanderers 3^rd team with a 3-3 result being a fair reflection of a close contest. Bill Anderson had the Cavan try after 15 minutes with Lynch adding the points from the conversion. Cavan were totally on top in the first half and should have stretched their advantage but Wanderers finished the stronger team drawing level with 10 minutes of the game remaining when the Wanderers out half sold a few great dummies to touch down under the posts. Tweedy and Anderson were always dangerous for Cavan and Lynch and Scott were the pick of the forward division.

January 24^th 1953 Tenants appointed for the new houses in Tullac Mongan Edward Kinsella College View Jim Sexton Saint Aidans Terrace James Murphy Breffni Terrace Tommy Lynch Lakeview Francis Murray Saint Aidans John Cassidy River Street J Taaffe River Street Tommy Meehan Wolfe Tone Street J Keyes Mitchell Street Mary O Hagan Mitchell Street Jimmy Carmichael Mitchell Street John Carmichael Mitchell Street Joseph Allen Mitchell Street Mary Keyes Mitchell Street P Reilly Mitchell Street J Murray Mitchell Street John McCafrey Mitchell Street Patrick Eaton River Street J Murray Mill Rock P Reilly Tullymongan M McEntee Fairgreen K Buckley Wolfe Tone Street John Keoghan Jubilee Terrace Seamus Fay Owen Roe Tommy Smith Saint Brigid’s Terrace J Kelly Saint Brigids Terrace Michael Donohoe Saint Brigids PJ Lee Saint Brigids Terrace Dominick Johnstone Saint Brigids Terrace M Gumley Saint Brigids Terrace Joe Farrelly Saint Brigids Terrace T Donegan Saint Brigids Terrace P Murphy Lakeview Hughie Smith Railway Road M Woods College Street Mrs M Quinn Mitchell Street and M Farrelly Oldtown.

John Joe O Reilly Memorial Fund set up by Cavan County Board to aid the widow and children of the late Cmdt John Joe O Reilly.

Hubert Duffy son of Mrs Duffy and Paddy Post Office is awarded a Department of Education Scholarship to UCD as a result of achieving 7 honours in the Leaving Certificate.

Death of Dr Michael A Tony Coleman in Manchester. Native of Ballintemple County Cork. He was House Surgeon in Lisdarn and The Surgical before emigrating to Manchester.

January 31^st 1953 Among the distinguished guests at the 1^st Dublin Saint Patrick College Past Pupils Union Dinner Dance at the Portmarnock Hotel are The Lord Mayor of Dublin, Patrick McNiffe President Saint Patrick’s College. The Cabaret was supplied by the Theatre Royal stars Cecil Sheridan Mickser Reid Peggy Dell Noel Purcell and Jack Cruise. The Chairman of the Union is PP Galligan Secretary J Burns O Reilly Treasurers J McDonald and Malachy Lynch.

Gorman’s Number 23 Main Street is withdrawn from auction after the Auctioneer Con P Smith received only 1 bid of £1,000 for the premises which are opposite the County Cavan Stores. Number 22 was not offered in the sale.

Tommy Lynch is the hero of the hour as he stops a runaway horse on the main Cootehill Road at Drumalee GFC grounds. The owner James McCabe of Lisryan had a narrow escape when the wheels of the cart collapsed.

Bridge Winners at Cavan Bridge Club are Dr Bertie Cullen and Tommy McDonald.

February 7th 1953 Cavan Urban Council decide to buy the official coat of arms of the town from the Chief Herald Genealogical Office Dublin at a cost of £13.

Funeral of Mother Abbess the Vicaress of the Poor Clare Convent.  Bishop Austin Quinn presided and the chief celebrant of the funeral Mass Rev A Mulvey CC Saint Eugene’s Derry cousin of the deceased while Father Jimmy O Reilly Adm was MC.

Outcry over the demotion of Johnny Cusack to the Ulster subs’ bench for the Railway Cup Semi Final against Munster in Croke Park. Cavan the All Ireland Champions have 7 players on the Selection Seamus Morris Phil Brady James McCabe Liam Maguire Victor Sherlock Mick Higgins and Tony Tighe. Johnny Cusack was the star in Cavan’s 2-8 to 0-9 win over the Rest of Ulster trial in Breffni Park where there was an attendance of 3,500 with the gate £371 going to the John Joe O Reilly Memorial Fund.

Death of Elizabeth Slack 27 Main Street .Relict of T Slack a  native of Finea and ex Sergeant in the RIC.Father Joseph Hunt officiated at the funeral from the Cathedral to Castletown Finea cemetery.

Sudden death of John Mulligan Shoemaker Church Street (opposite the Surgical).Native of Belfast John was a very skilled craftsman and enjoyed an excellent trade. He was a very active member of the Saint Vincent De Paul. Father James J O Reilly officiated at the funeral from the Cathedral to Cullies cemetery.

Sudden death of the well known highly respected Tom Donohoe Merchant Upper Main Street on Monday morning. He attended Mass with his wife Bee on Sunday and was in his usual good form. Very successful business man he enjoyed wide popularity in his Bar/Grocery trade and was deservedly popular with all in the Community. He was brother in law of Canon Tom McCormick PP Wales and May Monahan Main Street. Survived by his wife Bee. Father Jimmy O Reilly Adm officiated at the funeral from the Cathedral to Killygarry.

Saint Vincent De Paul Church Gate Collection this Sunday. They have spent £504-16-10 in the last 12 months tending to the poor needy and destitute with food and clothing in the Cavan area. Their income was only £315 and £150 from a benefactor’s will and all donations are gratefully received.

Bridge John M Breen and Kieran Breen.

Tullyar the Agha Khan’s Epsom Derby winner is purchased by the National Stud for the record sum of £250,000 and will stand at the Tully Stud in county Kildare.

February 14th 1953 Breffni Park Draw 1^st £20 Mrs Tumulty Pullabawn 2^nd £5 Joe O Rourke Saint Phelim’s Place 3^rd K Carroll Creighan Terrace £1 each John Saddler GNR Cavan P Green Swellan and Peter Rooney Fairtown.Draw 11^th February 1^st James Murray Breffni Terrace 2^nd £5 Jack Gray Farnham 3^rd £2 Norman Breslin 23 Coleman Road £1 each to Mrs Rose Brady Tullyco Molly Reilly Cullies and John Kemp Ballyhaise.

Irish Red Cross Society 1953 Chairman Father Jimmy O Reilly Vice Chairman William Browne Treasurer M O Rourke Secretary G Hamilton Committee Ms Eileen Maloney Frances Flood Kathleen Lunn Bridie Galligan Molly Finnegan and Mary McCabe M/S Kevin Johnston J Gauthier M McNamara J Scott and E Conaty.

February 21^st 1958 CYMS AGM in Temperance Hall Reverend Chairman Father Jimmy O Reilly Chairman Gerry Lovett Vice Chairman John Weston Secretary Aidan Madden Treasurer Mick Fox Committee Mattie Corcoran Patsy McConnell Hughie Smith and Eugene Monahan. The meticulously prepared statement of accounts by the Treasurer Mick Fox showed that the CYMS were in credit to the tune of £46.The Reverend Chairman deplored the lack of support from the young men of the Parish and appealed to the membership to go out and recruit as many new members as possible.

Death of Philip Young Main Street ex RIC Sergeant and a native of Billis Cavan.He served in Tipperary and Derry and was a  most popular resident and official. Father Byrne officiated at the Funeral from the Cathedral to Cullies.

Sudden and untimely death of William Kelly after only six weeks in Leeds England. Formerly a mechanic with Smith’s Garage. He is survived by his parents brothers and sisters.

Cavan have 8 players on the Railway Cup team to play Munster in the Railway Cup replay at Croke Park. Pat Carolan is included in the subs while Johnny Cusack makes his long awaited debut after showing scintillating form this year.

February 28^th 1953 20,200 see Munster beat Ulster 1-12 to 2-7 in a classic Railway Cup Semi Final at Croke Park. Ulster led by 1-3 to 0-5 at half time.

Rents at the new houses in Tullac Mongan range from as high as £1-0-2 to 4/9 per week. They contain 3 spacious bedrooms Kitchenette bathroom large sitting room and an extensive back garden at the rear. 26 out of the 34 houses are now occupied.

Ita Walsh formerly Church Street marries William Smith Sorrento Terrace Dalkey County Dublin. She is daughter of the late TK Walsh Anglo Celt and Mrs Walsh.

Rose Aghasiere daughter of a Nigerian Chief is the first African girl to enter an Irish novitiate at Killeshandra House  home of the Sisters of The Most Holy Rosary. The Sisters have been working in Africa for over 23 years and started their missionary work in Southern Nigeria.

Breffni Park Draw 1^st Reverend PJ Gargan Saint Patrick’s College 2^nd £5 Mrs O Callaghan Butlersbridge £1 each to Raymond Brady Main Street and Willie Scott Moynehall.

Brilliant Tostal Show by the Girls Club in a packed to capacity Town Hall. Cast Collette Brady Carmel Carroll Betty Carroll Rita Fay Pauline Cosgrove Pauline Clerkin Joan McCarville Margaret McCarville Sue Higgins Kathleen Higgins Eileen Smith Nancy O Neill Joan O Neill Chrissie McNamara Teresa Gray May Sheridan Ann Maguire Peggy Moore Kathleen O Donnell Eileen Farrell Marie Simpson Ina Moore AnnaWoods Mary Plunkett Bridie McDermott Mary Fitzpatrick Poppy Kinsella Vera O Rourke Erin Kirby Pam Clarke Eileen Woods. Bishop Austin Quinn was in attendance both Thursday and Sunday night when the star of the show was Pauline Clerkin in ‘The Trimmins of the Rosary’ which brought a tear to many in the audience. Costumes were by Ging and Company Dublin Lighting Strand Electric Producer Sarah Cullen Orchestra Maura McGilly George Maloney Stan Mullery and Frank Fox. Sketches included ‘Ireland at Home’ welcoming back recently created Cardinal Dalton to Ireland and Armagh.

March 7^th 1953 Olive O Reilly and family widow of the late Cmdt John Joe O Reilly Cavan All Ireland footballer buys James Boles premises in Town Hall Street and will open for trading on Friday March 9^th 1953 stocking cigarettes fruit sweet ice cream stationary and fancy goods.

Death of Mrs M Keaney wife of John Keaney Postman Crubany.Father Malachy Byrne officiated at the large funeral from the Cathedral to Killygarry.

Paddy Lee Cavan Harps and Butcher in Hickey’s scores on the double when moving into his new house in 6 Tullac Mongan when his wife Nancy gives birth to a bouncing baby boy on their first night resident in the house.

Death of Brigid Keaveney wife of H Keaveney ex NT and late of Garrylough Ballinamore. Funeral from the Cathedral to Ballinamore cemetery.

Cavan Rugby team beat Portadown 11-6 in a titanic battle at the Royal School Grounds. Tries from Cinnamond White and McGregor with one converted by Meade. Cavan now entertain Dungannon on Saturday next.

March 14th 1953 Death of Russian Dictator and Tyrant Joseph Stalin. Within 24 hours he is replaced as Russian President by 51 year old George Milenkov Secretary of the Central Committee of the Communist Party and Soviet Vice Premier. Millions of Russians queue to see Stalin’s body lying in State in the House of Union Museum in Moscow. Pope Pius X11 prays in private quarters for “the great persecutor mercifully dead”!

Tom McConville presides at meeting of the Angling Club who are holding 2 competitions during an Tostal a trout fishing competition and a pike fishing competition on the River Annalee.Weigh in for the trout competition is in Johnny Donohoe’s from 8 pm on Saint Patrick’s Day-fish must be 9 inches or more.

Tony Brady son of Mrs Brady Drapers Main Street and the late Johnny Brady qualifies as a Dentist (LDS) at the College of Surgeons Dublin.

Death of Mrs Farrelly Mons Terrace wife of Patrick Farrelly. Father Charles Cartwright officiated at the funeral from the Cathedral to Cullies.

Bridge Club N/S Mr Mansfield and Mr Moynihan E/W Mr McDonald and Mrs Arnold.

An Tostal Committee Cavan Chairman Mary E Brady Cavan UDC M/S PE Flynn G Halton Brendan Jenkins Sean Magee UDC Joe McGovern UDC MJ Galligan and Eddie J Brady Town Clerk and An Tostal Secretary. An Tostal will take place throughout the nation from the 16^th-22^nd of April 1953.

Dr J A Craig Medical Officer Cavan County Council since 1946 is appointed to a similar position in Drogheda. Dr MA Cooney has been appointed Acting County MOH.

March 21^st 1953 Kathleen Smyth launches Hoover Clean Up Week at Smyth’s Electrical 60 Main Street offering demonstrations of the new range of Hoover cleaners from £14-14-0 (14 guineas) to £22-50.

Death of the legendary James Gough 4 Church Street. Famous for his hospitality and attention to detail. He was originally a farmer in West Cavan buying the public house in Church Street of former County Council Chairman Dan Reilly in 1933 when he opened for business in ‘Our House’. Married to Margaret (Nee Brady) Tullyco House Cavan he is survived by his son Hugh and daughter Ita. Capacity crowd a t the funeral from the Cathedral to Killygarry cemetery where Father Malachy Byrne officiated.

Gala Boxing Tournament in packed animated Town Hall. Jim Brady Ballymote beat Seamus McCormack Cavan Eddie Johnston FCA beat P Fennell Carrickmacross George Leddy Castleblayney beat Leo Ronan FCA Pee Connolly FCA beat P Reilly Cornafean George Maloney FCA beat P McGeough Castleblayney M Duffy Castleblayney beat Hughie Murray Irish Army Paddy McGloughlin FCA beat Brendan Agnew CBSI J Kirby Cavan beat P McCarron Clones. Sean Spider Donohoe beat A Brady Ballymote. Donohoe unleashed a barrage of punches to stop his opponent in Round 2.The most popular winner of the night was Cruiserwght Charlie Moore FCA who beat J Moriarity Carrickmacross.Tommy Duignan beat P Keenan Carrickmacross when he unleashed combinations to knock out his opponent in Round 2.Cruiserweight Dessie McSherry despite a storming last round was beaten by Monaghan Champion W Loughran.The Judges were John Donohoe Scoutmaster P O Keeffe JS Love Carrickmacross The Timekeeper was Lt Jim Scanlon and Garda Inspector Gillespie was MC.

Breffni Park Draw 1^st £20 Frank McConnell Ashe Street 2^nd £5 Pat Gumley Tullymongan 3^rd £2 Peter Mullen Coleman Road Promoter’s Prize Mick Foynes Butlersbridge.

March 28^th 1953 New house being built for County Surgeon at Church Street. The Contractor is Mr Flanagan Newtowngore County Leitrim.

Death of W Nolan well known painter and decorator Wolfe Tone Street. The family were in the painting business for over 100 years. Son of Stephen Nolan and brother of Fred also  a painter and decorator who died 2 years ago. Funeral from Cavan Parish Church to Kilmore cemetery.

Queen Mary 81 year old grandmother of  Queen Elizabeth of England who will be crowned on June 2nd dies in London. News of her death was announced by the Prime Minister Winston Churchill. She will be laid to rest beside her husband George V in Saint George’s Chapel Windsor.

April 4^th 1953 Tom McKenna’s 34-36 Main Street and 20 Oliver Plunkett Street have Tostal and Luminous ties at 7/6.

8^th Annual Drama Festival The Open Section was won by Newry Abbey Players with ‘Juno and The Peacock’. Hugh Lee Confined Trophy won by Irish Shoe Supplies Dramatic Group from Belturbet (Confined to Cavan) ‘The Money Doesn’t Matter’ AOH Cup for Rural Groups Moonlight Players Castletara ‘Passing Day’ Best Actress Ethel Fitzpatrick Newry Best Actor Tom McLoughlin CBPPU Armagh. There were entries from 9 counties and 3 Provinces with 16 plays in English and 10 in Irish.

Dickey Mullery and W Burns Pavilion Club win Class 2 Midland Divisional Final at the Garda Depot Phoenix Park beating DR Meyer and T Brennan 15-11 15-4 in the Final.

An Tostal opens on Easter Sunday and will run for 10 days. Events locally organised include Drama Rugby Golf Fancy Dress Clay Pigeon Shoot Tennis Angling. There are no GAA items listed.

Aril 11^th 1953 President Sean T O Kelly opens An Tostal in Dublin. Festivities will take place in every county in the country .

Breffni Park Draw among the winners this week are 2^nd £5 J Rogers Pearse Street 3^rd £2 H Hunt The Nook Farnham Street.

Malachy Sweenet Ceilidhe Band make their first Cavan appearance at the An Tostal Ceilidhe in the Town Hall.

Vera Brady Town Hall Street and Victor Sherlock well known Cavan All Ireland footballer are made a presentation on the occasion of their forthcoming marriage by Cavan Pavilion Club of which Vera was an eminent member.

Sympathy is extended to Honourable Barry Maxwell heir to the Farnham Estate on the  death of his mother Mrs R Hobbs. Mrs Hobbs was married to The Hon Somerset A Maxwell who was killed in action in 1942 during World War 2 and later remarried.

April 25^th 1953 Annual Mission for the women of the Parish opens in the Cathedral with sessions morning and night. The officiating clergy are Fr Courtney OP and Rev Father McCourt OP.

Sympathy is extended to Tom and Ina hickey on the death of their infant son Tom.

Death of Mary More College Street relict of John Moore Licensed Vintner Kelly’s Terrace (McGinnity’s). She was mother of Father John Moore Borough England and Patrick N McCoppin Belfast. She was an exemplary Catholic of charitable disposition. Funeral from the Cathedral to Killygarry cemetery.

Paddy Jenkins and Charlie Coyle involved in serious motor bike accident at Drumalee.The driver Paddy Jenkins was later discharged from Cavan Surgical Hospital but Charlie Coyle is detained with head injuries not thought to be life threatening.

Death of Kathleen Crowe wife of Tom Crowe Butcher Bridge Street at the residence of her mother Mrs O Rourke College Street. Father Jimmy O Reilly Adm officiated at the funeral from the Cathedral to Cullies.

Rev Paraic McCormac celebrates his 1^st Mass on Easter Monday in Saint Phelim’s Church Ballinagh.He was assisted by his only brother Father Tom McCormac and uncle Father McCormac. Father Paraic was ordained to the priesthood at Saint Patrick’s College Kiltegan on Easter Sunday and will minister in the Diocese of Calabar Southern Nigeria.

May 2^nd 1953 The Archbishop of Dublin and Primate of All Ireland John Charles McQuaid announces that Catholics may eat meat on May 1^st –a public holiday throughout Europe with shops closed for the sale of fish.

Tony Vera and Gertie Farrell star in the An Tostal; Concert in the Town Hall. Sean Maguire was the accompanist on the fiddle while the trio danced jigs reels and hornpipes to the appreciative capacity attendance. Sean Maguire later premiered Dr Brian Galligan’s new composition Breffni Hills. Young actors Michael Cooke Paddy Woods Jimmy McGirr and Sean Donlon were given a rapturous reception for their portrayal of An Tostal play. Noreen Madden and Brother Luke sang a couple of Irish favourites to the delight of the audience who gave them a standing ovation. The De La Salle Choir under Brother Augustine Superior gave a delightful recital of Irish favourites including ‘The Bells of Shandon’ ‘The Banks of My Own Lovely Lee’ and ‘Come Back Paddy Reilly to Ballyjamesduff’. Choir Tony Doyle John Burke Eamonn Cooke Jerome Casey Pat McDermott PJ McDermott Fergie Moore Val McGovern Gus Clail Eamonn Gaffney Eamonn McGovern Andrew Casey Richard Clarke Joe Connolly JJ Connolly John Craig Kieran Cullivan  Tomas Donlon Hugo Cafferty Emmanuel Kennedy Brian Smith Dessie Maguire J McDermott M Donohoe Paddy Duffy. Superintendent Joe Murray was Compere and Dr Brian Galligan produced the magnificent show.

Dublin surprisingly beat All Ireland Champions Cavan 4-6 to 0-9  to win their first ever National League crown with 13 Saint Vincent’s players at Croke Park. Leading Cavan a merry dance in the first 12 minutes when Dublin led by 3-1 to Cavan’s solitary point.

Death of James Sheridan ex Postman. Brought the mail from Cavan Post Office to Crosskeys Post Office on foot each day. Subject of many robberies during the Troubles particularly on Fridays when carrying the old age pension for the Crosskeys area. Member of the early Slashers teams among his team mates was the famous Mick McGurk.Never missed a game in Breffni Park and took great pride in the success of the Cavan team. Father Charles Cartwright officiated at the funeral from the Cathedral to Ballyjamesduff.

Cavan Presbyterian Church honour John Bennett College Street their Sexton for 50 years with a presentation of a wallet of notes by Mrs Elliott the Rev McDowell and Miss McDowell the only remaining members of the Church from 50 years ago.

Thomas Hart spending a holiday with his sister Mrs Frances Flood Bridge Street and brother Jimmy Meehan Military Row after 40 years in the USA. He was employed as a mechanic with Dodge Motors.

Ulster and Leinster play a draw in thrilling exhibition of rugby at An Tostal celebration at the Royal School grounds. The game ended 4 goals 4 tries=32 points to Leinster against 4 goals 2 tries and 2 penalty goals to Ulster =32 points. George Norton was a most efficient referee.

May 9th 1953 Willie O Hanlon Tommy Donohoe Dr E McQuaid Virginia are the stars of the An Tostal Clay Bird Shooting. The Open was won by Monaghan sharpshooter D McCaldin with Willie O Hanlon 2^nd and winner of the Confined Handicap while Tommy Donohoe won the Open Handicap where there were 46 entries.

Beautiful old custom of strewing flowers at the entry to homes in all the terraces Emmett Place College Street Wolfe Tone Street etc.Profusion of primroses violets furze and hawthorn bushes scattered in welcome to the Blessed Virgin Mary on May Eve.

Death of Patrick Flood Farmer Tullyco in his 85^th year. He was father of Father Patrick Flood Chaplain to US Air Force  now stationed in Germany and is survived by his sons daughters and other relatives. Father Charles Cartwright officiated at the funeral from the Cathedral to Ballinagh cemetery.

Presentation to Mrs JF McCabe recently married and now compulsory retired from her position as Public Health Nurse. Presentation was made by Dr MA Cooneyy CMO also present were Michael J Smith Secretary Cavan County Council who thanked Mrs McCabe for her sterling work on behalf of the sick and house bound in the Community.

Willie Doonan is the only representative from Cavan town and will line out at right full back with Cavan Juniors against Down in the 1^st Round of the Ulster Championship at Breffni Park next Sunday.

May 16^th 1953 Rosary Rally in the Cathedral. Rosary Confraternity formed led by Father Courtney OP who conducted the Mission. From now on the Cathedral is a Rosary Church and Cavan a Rosary Parish.

Michael O Reilly Accountant AIB is transferred on promotion as Manager Munster and Leinster Bank Urlingford County Kilkenny.He was 10 years in Cavan and very active in both Cavan Lawn Tennis Club and County Cavan Golf Club .He was Treasurer of the local branch Cavan Red Cross and Secretary of the Dog and Gun Club. He will be replaced by Arthur Ormsby from Waterford.

Drumalee Community Dancing at Drumalee Cross Roads starring Nancy O Neill and Ken Browne on vocals. Music by M/S P Brady Micheal O Callaghan Jimmy Tully Tommy Molloy J Brady S Maloney MC Josie McNamara.

Death of Peter M Gillic in Mountmellick. Served in the Hibernan Bank in Cavan Arva and Cootehill.Very popular over a wide area.

Death of M O Reilly Upper Main Street in Saint Felim’s Hospital after a long illness at an advanced age. Native of Grellagh Lavey she was the last of a large family. Father AB McGrath officiated at the largely attended funeral from the Cathedral to Cullies cemetery.

Death of Jean McGowan in Portstewart. Native of College Street she was a sister of P Johnston Wolfe Tone Street and D Ryan College Street. Funeral in Portstewart.

Gerard S Magahy BA son of Mr S and Mrs Magahy Farnham Street is appointed Headmaster of Villiers School Limerick. He was formerly Headmaster in King’s Hospital Dublin. Educated at Cavan Number 1School And Trinity College, Gerard is a former Headmaster at King’s Hospital and Cheltenham College .

Bishop Austin Quinn administers Confirmation to 340 children of the Parish in the Cathedral on Ascension Thursday.He was assisted by Fathers Jimmy O Reilly Adm and Tom Maguire Ballyhaise and Rev JJ O Reilly Laragh.The Sponsors were Mrs Cullivan Crubany and Seamus Gilheaney Drumcrave

Breffni Park Draw 1^st £20 Brigid Murray 1 Jubilee Terrace 2^nd £5 Nan Galligan Larigan Cavan 3^rd Sean O Faghan Butlersbridge.£1 each Mary Gaffney Acres Eddie McEneaney Providers Desmond Fitzpatrick Irish Shoe Supplies.

Cavan beat Down 2-5 to 1-4 in the 1^st Round of the Ulster Junior Championship at Breffni Park. They now play Derry in the Semi Final n Magherafelt.

Jack Poyntz and Mary Gear are the stars of Cavan Lawn Tennis victory over Tyrone at Farnham Street. Jack Halpin Mrs Flannery Dr Flannery and Mrs Reardon were the other Cavan winners.

Mrs Jack Morris (The Guy) Ivy Cottages winner of the top prize of £20 in the Breffni Park Draw.

Death of the legendary Rev William McDowell DD The Presbyterian Manse Farnham Street where he was Vicar for an incredible 63 years. Native of Moira County Down and educated at General Assembly Theological College and Queens University. He had a distinguished academic career specialising in Political economy History and Law. Ordained in the Presbyterian Church in Cavan n November 14^th 1890.He was a member of the Board of Governors of the Royal School Trustee of the Protestant Cemetery and Protestant Hall Clerk of Cavan Presbytery and Moderator of Synod. Patron of Irish and Foreign Missions. During his lifetime he dealt with 5 Catholic Bishops of Kilmore 7 Protestant Bishops of Kilmore and was an original member of the Old Age Pensions Committee took a very active interest in the welfare of the town and its citizens and was deservedly popular with all creeds and classes. Conferred with an Honary Doctorate of Divinity in 1951 by The Presbyterian Theological  Faculty.Rev James Johnston Moderator Cavan assisted by Rev FR Gibson MA Deputy Moderator Presbytery officiated at the Funeral Service where Very Rev Dr Byrnes gave the address. Survived by his sister, Dr William McDowell was laid to rest in his native Moira County Down.

Cavan baritone Maura McEntee (PA Smyth) leads the Radio Eireann Orchestra under the baton of Dermot O Hara in a live broadcast from Radio Eireann.

May 30^th 1953 James O Reilly Chairman Monaghan Mental Hospital Committee announces that there are now 81 from Cavan and 76 from Monaghan employed in Saint Davnett’s and other service centres throughout the 2 counties.

Farewell to the multi talented Do Do O  Hagan after 5 years of sterling service to the Cavan Community. Member of the staff of The Bank of Ireland Do Do is being transferred to Belfastt. Star of the Pavillion Pantomimes for the last five years she will be irreplaceable and the performances in the cauldron of the Town Hall during the Pavilion Pantomimes will never be forgotten. She was Treasurer of Cavan Lawn Tennis Club The Pavilion Society and an outstanding golfer at County Cavan Golf Club. Farewell social and presentation in her honour at the Pavilion.

Tom Cullivan UDC retires from McCarren’s Factory after 40 years of distinguished service. A presentation of a wallet of notes was made by the Directors and Staff.

Sympathy is extended to PV Coghlan Church Street on the tragic death of his nephew Lt Francis J Coghlan Army Air Corps in a plane traffic accident.

Mount Everest the highest mountain in the world is finally conquered on the eve of  the Coronation of Queen Elizabeth in London. New Zealand bee keeper Edmund Hillary and Nepalese Sherpa Norgun Tensing finally reached the table top sized summit at 11:30 am on May 29^th 1953. They were part of a 400 strong British expedition

June 6^th 1953 2 million people line the Coronation Route for Queen Elizabeth’s coronation in Westminster Cathedral. Even the overcast weather failed to dampen their spirits. Superbly organised pageant beamed across Europe on television the biggest TV spectacular ever mounted by the BBC. Later in the day s the weather improved it was reported that 6,873 casualties were treated as people were overcome by emotion or faint. 500,000 lined the Mall at Buckingham Palace to greet their new Queen as she appeared 3 times during the evening on the balcony. She was accompanied by the Duke of Edinburgh her 2 children mother and sister Margaret waving to the cheering crowds as a fly past of 168 jets flew by and gun salutes and all the bells of the major churches rang out in joy to greet the new Queen. The procession was 2 miles long and took over 45 minutes to pass a given point. The coronation was witnessed by an invited guest list of 7,500 in the magnificent Westminster Cathedral where Richard Dimbleby kept viewers informed at home of the stages of the pageant. At the moment of the coronation bells tolled out and a 45 gun salute boomed out from Saint James Palace. The Archbishop of Canterbury was the first to pay homage to the new Queen followed by her husband the Duke of Edinburgh. People all over the world rejoice at the good news with Cardinal John Dalton congratulating the new Queen on behalf of the Catholic Church in Ireland but true to form the Irish let themselves down again with an Anti Partition march on the British Embassy in Dublin and on Saturday night a public meeting of protest in the Market Square Cavan where the main speakers were PJ McEntee Solicitor Clann Na Poblachta GM Lovett Fianna Fail Eoin O Mahoney Vice Chairman Anti Partition Group and Tom Fitzpatrick Fine Gael.

Death of Margaret Meehan Wolfe Tone Street at the residence of her brother Tommy 24 Saint Phelim’s Place. Funeral from the Cathedral to Cullies.

Breffni Ceilidhe Band led by Pee Galligan win 2^nd place in All Ireland Fleadh Cheoil in Athlone while Kathleen Reilly Coleman Road and formerly Gowna  was placed 2^nd out of 27 entries in the Senior Ladies Ballad Singing Competition.

Red Cross Home Nursing Exams Bridie Galligan and Maureen Sharkey are successful. First Aid Mary Connolly Agnes Donohoe Carmel Lunn Carmel McDonald Mary Newman Mae Reilly Pauline Sheridan Elaine McNiece Elizabeth Simpson Sean Bergin Patrick Conaty Julien Gauthier Edward Kinsella Josie McNamara and Norman Wallace. Willie Browne MA Area Organiser presented the certificates in the Protestant Hall.

13 man British Expedition led by James Hunt conquer the 29,000 foot Mount Everest on the eve of the Coronation of Queen Elizabeth 2.Taking advantage of a break in the weather and using superior oxygen masks Hillary and his Nepalese Sherpa reach the summit and Nepalese and British flags now fly on the summit for the first time.

June 13^th 1953 Breffni Park Draw 1^st and £20 Edward O Hanlon Cathedral Road 2^nd £5 Rose Murphy Pearse Street 3^rd £2 Seamus Fay 10 Owen Roe Terrace £1 each Jodie Maloney Pound Archway Mona Kiernan Church Street Francis Loughran Francis Street.

Primate Hugh O Reilly Tercentenary celebrations in Cavan on the 11^th and 12^th ofJuly.The occasion will be graced by His Eminence Cardinal John Dalton Archbishop of Armagh and Primate of All Ireland.

Death of Alice E Simpson Glenview Cavan daughter of John (Boss) Foster  Merchant Bridge Street and wife of the late John Mulligan The Railway Hotel. Later married Mr Simpson of George Fegan and Company. She was very highly esteemed and popular with all classes and creeds and has 2 sons in New Zealand. Funeral from Cavan Parish Church to the New Cemetery.

Patrick Tully Drumkeen has a turkey hen creating records by laying 77 eggs from March 16^th-6^th June and the hen is still laying daily.

June 20^th 1953

Thomas Gonoud is ordained at Saint Aloysius College Highgate London. Former member of the staff of McCarren and Company when they were operating from the site of old Gaol (Brother’s School) before moving to Farnham Road. Father Gonoud is a native of Mullingar.

Sean Reilly VS presents Edward Smith Hardware Department Providers with a wallet of notes at a Social to mark his leaving Cavan where he was extremely popular with customers and staff.

Reverend John J McGuiness is ordained in Newry Cathedral along with 10 others by the Bishop of Dromorre Dr O Doherty. Father McGuiness said his first public Mass n the Poor Clare Convent Cavan assisted by Reverend AB McGrath and served by his brother Michael on Thursday morning. He is son of Mrs Glidell Sharkey London and the late Michael McGuiness London. Grandson of Mrs Sharkey Drumalee and of the late Thomas McGuiness former Town Clerk Cavan UDC.

June 27^th 1953 John James Greene Butcher and his family Upper Main Street (Harvest) are selling up and emigrating to Bristol England.

Brian Coleman (18) wins the Captain’s Jim Leonard’s Prize at County Cavan Golf Club with a 69 2^nd Rev JJ Donohoe (15) also with 69 nett.Walter Lambert had the Best Gross with 81.Mrs Leonard provided a beautiful tea for the members and their guests.

Walter Lambert (11) beats Jim Rafter (12) in the Members Cup Final by 2 and 1.

July 4th 1953 Jim McDonnell from Drung will captain Cavan in defence of their Ulster Minor crown against Tyrone. Donal Crotty from Ballinagh is included in the subs. The Senior team defend their title also against Tyrone in the Ulster Semi Finals in Saint Tiernach’s Park Clones.

Junior Intermediate De La Salle League Finals in Breffni Park attract a big crowd of parents and spectators Aodh Rua Micheal Greenan Damian Dillon S Higgins P Mallon E McCormack Sean Coyle Kenneth Reilly Noel Elliott Captain E Buster Murphy Tommy Smith PJ Carroll E McCormack Tomas Donlon J Connolly and Joe McNamara. Fianna Jerome Casey Richard Graham John Burke Felim Coffey J McKiernan Gerard Carroll Harry Hunt Frank Thorne Captain JP Malone Oliver Crowe L Clarke Patsy Lee Michael Murray Tony Doyle and Hubert Farrelly.Murphy and Elliott outstanding for Aodj Rua with Elliott scoring 1-1 for the winners and JP Malone and Gerard Carroll replying for the losers.

Intermediate Owen Rua Eamonn Marron Captain Tony Higgins P Donohoe PJ Reilly Dessie Gilroy Eddie Murray Noel Greene Oliver Cassidy Timothy Beggs Paddy Greene Brian Finlay Micheal Smyth John Craig Hugo Cafferty Terry Murphy Sarsfields Joe Connolly Captain Sean Smith Terry Murphy Gerard Finegan Joe McConnell Richard Clarke Eamonn McGovern Dick Mulcahy Tommy Monahan Tommy Flynn Niall McFeeley Michael Gilchrest Terry Smith Noel McKiernan and Tommy Murray. Owen Rua worthy winners after a stirring contest by 1-2 to 0-3. In the Senior Final Saint Patrick’s proved too good for Saint Phelim’s 3-4 to 1-5 in a game played on the full Breffni Park pitch. Saint Phelim’s Paddy Murray Paddy Carroll Pat Sharkey J O Rourke Eddie Kirby W Donohoe B Smith L Smith Captain A O Brien Frankie Walsh Jimmy McGirr Eamonn Malone Patrick Murray J Lynch O Reilly Saint Patrick’s Peter McGinnity P Reilly Niall Crowe T Doran John English J Donohoe Michael Cooke Sean Smith Captain Sean McSherry Sean Maguire Brendan Browne Brian Gaffney Philip Lightning Murray J Higgins and J Kinsella. Superintendent Joe Murray congratulated all six teams and 90 participants for a wonderful long afternoon of classic entertainment and thanked Brother Cyril for refereeing the 3 games and lining out all the teams who had qualified for the final in matching strips of socks togs and jersies. The trophies were then presented by Superintendent Murray to the three winning captains Noel Elliott Aodh Rua Eamonn Marron Owen Rua and Sean Smith Saint Patrick’s to the cheers and applause of the huge crowd.

Maureen McDonald (33) wins the Lady Captain’s Mrs Una Dr Smith’s Prize at County Cavan Golf Club  with a score of 68 nett 2^nd Mrs Arnold (33) on 71 while Mrs PA Smyth (27) was 3^rd  also on 71 Best Gross was Dorie Smith (22) .There was an entry of 37 and the Lady Captain provided a memorable meal for competitors and friends.

Sympathy is extended to Mrs M O Carroll on the death of her father M J Rice one of Ireland’s leading press and freelance photographers.

July 11^th 1953 Dermot McCarthy County Manager Cavan County Council brings an action against the Council for costs n relation to the 1950 Local Government Enquiry when Dermot was awarded £750 damages. The Minister has fixed a ceiling of £900 but Dermot is suing for £2,480 less the £750 paid to him. Justice Dixon dismissed the claim in the High Court in Dublin but gave leave to appeal to the Supreme Court..

Tyrone beat Cavan 1-7 to 2-1 in the Ulster Minor Football Semi Final in Clones while Cavan beat Tyrone 2-10 to 2-4 in the Senior Semi Final and will now play Armagh in the Ulster Final at the all new Casement Park Belfast.

Death of Liam Connolly 2^nd eldest son of Patrick and Mary Connolly Earlsvale and Connolly Brothers Main Street at the age of 18.Very popular in Pavilion circles Liam was an outstanding tennis and badminton player. Survived by his parents brothers sisters relatives and many friends. Father AB McGrath officiated at the largely attended funeral from the Cathedral to Killygarry cemetery.

Christine Cullivan Alackan Brid Fitzsimmons Araghan and Agnes Cusack Ballinagh win scholarships from Cavan Technical School for 2 weeks in the Donegal Gaeltacht.

Very bad weather for Red Cross Water Safety Tests where the Examiner was Roy Baldwin from Monaghan and the Instructor once again George Maloney Junior from Farnham Street. All participants were successful Matty Connolly Church Street JJ Reilly Kilnavara Paddy McNamara Swellan Sean Donohoe Rossa Place Beatrice Maloney Farnham Street Stephen Maloney Farnham Street and  Teddy McCormack Saint Mary’s Terrace.

President’s Golf JF O Hanlon’s Prize for Ladies at County Cavan Golf Club 1^st Kay Henry and M McDonald with 66 2^nd JJ Rogers and Olive Black 67½ .Beautiful tea served by Mrs O Hanlon and family for the 60 competitors visitors and friends.

July 18^th 1953 Deputation from Cavan County Council to meet the Minister for Health to press for a new General Hospital in Cavan.The state of the Surgical Hospital was described as deplorable with overcrowding of wards and A and E Services.

Ray Brady wins another £1 in Breffni Park Draw 1^st £20 John Prior GNR Swanlinbar 2^nd £5 Miss S Black Co McCusker’s 3^rd £2 John F O Hanlon Anglo Celt Church Street £1 to Raymond Brady Main Street Iris Sheridan Co Fagan’s and K Keegan 6 Saint Phelim’s Place. The Committee have paid out a total of £1,150 in prizes to date.

Another fire at Michael Reilly’s Garage at Gordon and Company. Fire Brigade under Captain Phil Writt brought the fire under control in just over an hour all windows were broken but no explosions and only superficial  smoke damage.

On a wet overcast evening Cardinal John Dalton is welcomed to Cavan as Cardinal for the first time by Bishop Austin Quinn Father Jimmy P Reilly Adm Paddy Smith Chairman Cavan County Council .Instead of walking in procession the Cardinal wisely chose to make the tour by car greeting the thousands of well wishers with a wave as they waved national and Papal flags. The procession was confined to the Church grounds where Gerard Finegan Pearse Street carried the long train of the Cardinal in procession to the Cathedral for the Tercentenary celebrations for Primate Hugh O Reilly. Guard of Honour drawn from the 3^rd Battalion FCA under Lieuts Jimmy McEntee and Jim Scanlon. The salute was sounded on the bugle by Teddy McCormack Catholic Boy Scouts. The Tercentenary Mass in the Cathedral on Sunday was celebrated by Most Rev Dr Heery CCSP Archbishop Southern Nigeria Bishop Austin Quinn Kilmore Dr McNamee Bishop of Ardagh and Clonmacnoise and Most Rev Dr O Callaghan Bishop of Clogher.The Homily on Hugh O Reilly Primate in 1620 was brilliantly prepared and preached by Father Pat Gaffney President Saint Patrick’s College while Father AB McGrath was on the organ and Brother Luke conducted the De La Salle choir.

July 25^th 1953 Big exodus to the Ulster Senior Finals being played in Belfast for the first time. Train specials from all over Northern Ireland. Cavan bidding to retain their Ulster and All Ireland crowns against a strong highly fancied Armagh team. Cavan beat Antrim 1-7 to 1-6 in the 1949 Ulster decider while Armagh triumphed for the first time 1-11 to 1-7 in the Ulster decider of 1950 and Cavan won the Ulster title last year beating Monaghan 1-8 to 0-8 in Breffni Park. The Minor Final will feature Tyrone and Armagh. Donal King from Downpatrick will referee the Senior decider. Masses to suit train travellers at Saint Teresa’s Glen Road and Saint Patrick’s Milford Street both venues adjacent to Casement Park.

Gaels everywhere mourn the death of Andy McEntee ‘The Breffni Bar 57 Main Street’ Gaelic Sports Reporter for the Anglo Celt for over 68 years and long time President of Cavan GAA. A minutes silence will be observed in his honour before the start of the Ulster Senior Final.

Death of Brigid Conlon Dispensary Nurse Town Hall Street. She was a sister of the late Thomas McGuiness Town Clerk. She was a legend in Cavan town during the very tough times and laboured night and day in the interests of the residents without the aid of penicillin or antibiotics. She specialised in Births and was considered one of the leading exponents in the country at her profession. Survived by her son daughter and grandchildren. Funeral from the Cathedral to Killygarry.

Gerry Kinsella and Mattie Donohoe are the guests of honour at a Social and Presentation in their honour at the Railway Hotel. Both are emigrating to Canada and are former members of Cavan CBSI and Cavan Rugby Club. A special presentation was made to Mattie Donohoe by Cavan Harps GFC.

August 1st 1953 Vera Brady opens another fashion shop catering for ladies at Auburn House (Cavan Books) 54 Upper Main Street on Friday 7^th August 1953.

Cavan are well and truly beaten by a fitter hungrier Armagh team 1-6 to 0-5 before a disappointing attendance of 22,500 who paid gate receipts of £2,800 in their Ulster Final in Casement Park Belfast. In a tough dour first half Armagh led at the interval by 0-3 to 0-2 and overran a tired Cavan team in the second half. Armagh will now play Roscommon in the All Ireland Semi Final at Croke Park. Louth win the Leinster Championship beating Westmeath 1-7 to 0-7 and they will now play Kerry in the All Ireland Semi Final.

Mr and Mrs John Brady celebrate the Diamond Jubilee of their Marriage, John was a very fine sportsman and member of Cavan Dog and Gun Club being a fine shot and outstanding huntsman while he was a member of the first Slashers teams of the 1880s.

Cavan Protestant Boy Scouts 6^th Oriel are presently camping at Mornington Dundalk under Scoutmaster Rev CM Wilson along with Troops from Warrenpoint and Monaghan.In the Sports Cavan won the Senior and Junior Boys 100 and 200 metre races.

Anna Donnelly daughter of Paddy Donnelly Connolly Street and Jerome Casey son of Jerome and Mrs Casey Cootehill Road achieve 1^st class honours in piano in their Intermediate examinations. They are both pupils of Miss May Roche Church Street Musical Director and Choir Mistress Cavan Cathedral.

Torrid Street League in Cavan town ends with yet another invasion of the pitch at Breffni Park where Bridge Street were much too good for a disappointing Owen Roe Shamrocks team 4-3 to 0-2 led by Cavan veteran Willie Doonan who was led a merry dance by the skill physique and all round ability of former Meath county player Brendan Maguire who was the outstanding player afield. Referee Hughie O Reilly had a difficult task keeping order while the Labour Band paraded the teams entertained the crowd at half time. Bridge Street led by 2-2 to 0-2 at the interval S Rutherford 1-1 J Rogers 0-1 F Carroll 1-0 with Owen Roe Shamrocks replying through HP Brady and Tom McNamara. Mick Lynch and P Brady goaled again for Bridge Street while Mick Lynch sealed the issue with a late goal. Best for Bridge Street Brendan Maguire the Meath All Ireland footballer and brother of Des and Liam Cavan Gerry Maloney Cavan Slashers while Tom McNamara Willie Doonan Eddie Quinn and Brendan Sexton were best for a  lack lustre Owen Roe Shamrocks. Bridge Street P Gaffney J McCabe Gerry Maloney John O Connor Pat Donohoe B Brady M McCabe Brendan Maguire PJ Brady Frank Carroll S Rutherford P Daly P Lynch J Rogers and Liam Fitzsimmons. Owen Roe Shamrocks Seamus Fay G McGovern Paddy Brady M McDonnell Johnny O Rourke Willie Doonan Mickey Walsh Brendan Sexton Paddy Graham Tom McNamara Pat Quinn T Graham HP Brady Billy Sheridan. The Lee Brothers Perpetual Trophy was presented by TM Gilroy at the conclusion of the game. Later n the evening scuffles broke out in Bridge Street when both sets of players and supporters clashed again before the Gardai intervened to restore order.

August 8th 1953 Death of Michael Murray 10 Jublee.Suyrvived by his brothers and sisters. Funeral from the Cathedral to Cullies where Father James J O Reilly Adm officiated.

Death of James Smith Gamekeeper Drumbar.Prominent member of Cavan Gun Club he was a very well known sportsman in the area. Survived by his brother sister and relatives. Father Jimmy O Reilly Adm officiated at the funeral from the cathedral to Cullies cemetery.

George V Maloney Junior son of GV and Eileen Maloney Farnham Street passes his Semi Final Exams at the Incorporated Law Society in the Four Courts.

Major MA Cooney presides at ONE meeting where sympathy is extended to Hugh P McEntee on the death of his father Andy McEntee 57 Upper Main Street.

August 15th 1953 Armagh beat Roscommon 0-8 to 0-7 to qualify for their first ever All Ireland Senior Football Final after Roscommon had led by 0-5 to 0-2 at half time before an attendance of 40,372 at Croke Park. The boys and girls from Armagh were ecstatic at the end and celebrated throughout the city. They will now play Kerry in the All Ireland Senior Final in September.

A Vatican Survey reveals that there are 472 million Catholics worldwide and 250 million Protestants out of a world population of 2.4 billion people.

Sudden death of Thomas Callaghan aged 32 at the residence of his mother in law Mrs O Neill Abbey Street. He was a CIE conductor on the Cavan Sligo route and recently took over on the Longford Sligo route. He was only married 3 years to Betty O Neill and they have no children. He leaves wife Betty mother sisters and other relatives.

Sudden collapse and death of Patrick J (Pappy) Farrell Griffith Avenue Dublin while visiting relatives in Cavan. Sympathy is extended to Anthony Farrell Butlersbridge and P Burns Annagelliffe (cousins) his wife and son.

Marriage of Brian O Reilly son of JJ  and late Mrs O Reilly Belturbet and May Kelly daughter of John Kelly Taxation Officer and Mrs Kelly Ricehill.The chief celebrant of the Nuptial Mass in Saint Patrick’s Drumcor was Very Rev Canon Kelly PP VF Ballinamore.

Aidan Queally MRCVSI whose death has occurred in Waterford at the age of 32 was a former Assistant to Gerald Fay MRCVSI Moynehall House Cavan.

August 22^nd 1953 County Manager Dermot McCarthy’s Orders 1953 Dr Bernard Fitzsimmons be appointed Medical Officer Saint Felim’s Hospital for a 6 month period at an annual salary of £150 and full board. Dr Mary F Cooney Ballinasloe House Physician Lisdarn TB Hospital be appointed at an annual salary of £385. Patrick B Hughes be appointed Clerical Officer Cavan County Council at an annual salary of £175.  Scholarships are awarded to Sean Donlon  De La Salle School £50 per annum Felim Kelly The Vale Bailieborough £60 per annum Laura Wilson Coolboyogue £60 Olive Carmel O Reilly Crubany NS £60 and Maureen Mullery Poor Clare Convent £60 per annum.

Breffni Park Draw 1^st £20 Mrs Chris McCusker Main Street 2^nd £5 Mr S Higgins McCarren and Company 3^rd £2 Charlie Stronge Drumaloor £1 each Rose McCaul Butlersbridge Seamus Fay 21 Owen Roe and Peggy Willock Cavan Surgical Hospital. Promoter’s Prize £2 Danny Smith Butlersbridge

Frank Brady playing off 22 beats Aidan Madden (21) 6 and 4 in the Final of the O Hanlon Cup at County Cavan Golf Club.

Death of Mrs Farrelly Owen Roe relict of James a veteran of the Boer War. She was highly respected and well regarded by all classes and creeds. Father Jimmy P Reilly officiated at the funeral from the Cathedral to Cullies cemetery.

Tommy McCormick is on a whistle stop 6,000 mile 2^nd tour of the USA taking in all the large Agricultural Colleges Poultry Farms and Hatcheries throughout the USA. He is accompanied on the tour by his wife Jean

August 29th 1953 Death of Ellen Magee Gallows Hill. In vigorous health at an advanced age she was ill for only  a short time. She could recall people and events of the last century with great clarity. Father AB McGrath officiated at the funeral from the Cathedral to Cullies Cemetery.

Fred J Kendall King of The Pilgrims pays a courtesy visit to the Anglo Celt on the way through Cavan. He has completed 251,000 miles on foot throughout Western Europe.

Cavan CBSI back in town after 32 of the members had an enjoyable 1^st ever trip to Kilkee in County Clare. The journey of 155 miles was completed in 4 hours. They thoroughly enjoyed the huge beautiful beach and scenery and were shown round the sights by Cavan native Patrick Reilly Knockatee Ballyhaise who is domiciled in Kilkee for a number of years. During their time there they had challenge football matches with troops from Ennis and Limerick and joined the latter on 2 occasions for sing songs around both the Cavan and Limerick campfires.

A recent survey indicates that there are now 30,253,427 Catholics in the USA.

September 5th 1953 Over 2,000 travel by train bus and car on the Diocesan Pilgrimage to nock under the auspice of the Legion of Mary led by Monsignor Fitzpatrick PP G Cootehill Dean of Kilmore.The was over 60 buses and CIE train bringing the pilgrims and 107 invalids-34 stretcher cases under Dr Patrick Watters Cavan and Dr AP Dolan Cabra Dublin. Monsignor Fitzpatrick deplored the lack of charity in the world to day stating “No Charity No Peace”.Bartholmew McGlin Manorhamilton collapsed and died on the return journey from Knock. Special thanks is returned to the Irish Red Cross and Lisdarn Hospital for their help and assistance on the day.

Rose Aghasiere becomes the 1^st African girl to become a Holy Rosary Sister at the Profession and Final Vows in Killeshandra. Daughter of an Indian Chief in West Africa the family are all Catholics and Rose was educated by the Holy Rosary Sisters in Queen of The Holy Rosary College Nigeria and first came to Dublin in 1948 to study medicine but returned after a couple of months to Nigeria. Joined the Holy Rosary Convent in Killeshandra she received the Habit on Sunday and will now be known as Sister M Joseph. She will pray work and study for the next 3 years in Killeshandra before being assigned to the Missions in Africa. Her father Chief Gregory said he and the tribe were very happy and were celebrating after attending Mass. Two other girls from South Africa were also professed at the same ceremony Sister M Brendan nee Russell Johannesburg and Sister M Matthew Stanton formerly Imelda Stanton South Africa.

Hogan Stand tickets for the All Ireland Final Armagh Versus Kerry available from Paddy Reilly Athbara long time Treasurer Cavan County GAA Board at 7/6 while the Cusack Stand is priced at 6/-

East Side of Mitchell Street (Half Acre) all houses are demolished as the tenants are now housed in the new development at Tullac Mongan.

September 12th 1953 Michael A Cooney is appointed Medial Officer for Health Cavan (MOH) by Cavan County Council.He succeeds Dr John Craig who has taken up a similar post in Louth. He has been acting MOH in Cavan or a number of years and was previously Divisional Medical Officer in the Army serving under Major General Hugo McNeil 2^nd Division. He was later appointed Tuberculosis Officer for Cavan and had a distinguished record in bringing the dreaded disease under control in the Cavan area. The appointment was greeted with great enthusiasm in the area where Dr Michael Cooney is very well known and highly respected.

In a very controversial if one sided All Ireland Hurling Final Cork beat Galway 3-3 to 0-1 before a record Hurling Final attendance of 71,196 spectators paying £9,102 at Croke Park. Mick Burke the Galway Captain was the victim of rough play on the part of Christy Ring winning his 7^th All Ireland medal. Ring was later attacked by a mob of Galway supporters after the game.

George V Maloney moves his headquarters from Market Square to 54 Main Street (Cavan Books).George and his wife Eileen reside at Farnham Street formerly the residence of Arthur Fagan Solicitor.

Maurice and Alan Jackson set out for the Ford Distributors Conference in Cork in their 1924 Model T Ford.

Cavan Tennis Club Farnham Street Men’s Singles C Tierney Dublin beat J R Daly Dublin in the Final 4-6 6-4 6-1 after Daly had beaten Cavan star Bill Anderson in a thrilling Semi Fial.There were 16 entries. Ladies’ Singles Mrs R Bain County Down beat Mrs O Reilly Mullingar 6-4 6-1 there was an entry of 12 players from all over Ireland.

September 19th 1953 Aer Lingus report record traffic on their overseas UK and European flights carrying 53,969 passengers on 2,400 flights in the month of August an increase of 1,460 passengers on 1952.

Very Rev Canon Thomas McCormack South Wales is holidaying with his sisters Bee Donohoe Main Street and Mae Monahan Main Street.

Rosaleen McCann granddaughter of Mr and Mrs J Brady Wolfe Tone Street has returned to the USA after spending a months holiday in her native town.

Drumalee GFC are running a bus from Drumalee Cross leaving after 10 Mass to the All Ireland Final between Kerry and Armagh. Tickets from Pat Lee Drumalee.

September 26th 1953 Bridget Eames Lakeview House Burtonport County Donegal and a native of Manorhamilton is appointed Health Inspector in Cavan by Cavan County Council.She was formerly Health Inspector in Donegal

  Cootehill much too good for Cornafean who have amassed an impressive 18 titles by 3-5 to 0-3 in the County Senior Final in Breffni Park. Cootehill were Junior Champions in 1952.an ageing Cornafean team held out for 40 minutes but Cootehill Celtic with youth flair sped and skill dominated the closing stages playing champagne football. Brian Gallagher Phelim Coyle Gerry Keyes and Cavan town native Paddy Fleming were outstanding for the winners. The team were captained by JJ Tierney and trained by the legendary Hughie O Reilly.

Enniskillen beat Cavan 19-6 in the opening game of the new season at the Royal School Grounds. Tries by C Fay and Teddy McCormack were not enough o outclass the visitors and Cavan lost the services of their outstanding out half K Kiernan mid way through the second half.

Cavan Pavilion Club Tennis Finals Dickie Mullery beat Joe O Rourke Market Square 6-1 4-6 7-5 while Mary H Gear beat Sheila McCarren 6-3 4-6 and 6-4 Junior Under 17 Patsy Connolly Earlsvale beat Sean Breen Cootehill Road Under 13 Brendan Browne Cathedral Road beat Eamonn Marron Cootehill Road.

James Gibney Wolfe Tone Street retires as a Train Driver with GNR after 46 distinguished years at the helm on the Cavan –Belfast line. Native of Oldcastle where he worked before coming to Cavan James was made presentation by his colleagues on the occasion of his retirement at Cavan Station.

FW Woolworth have bought the County Cavan Stores for a substantial sum from the Porter family who have other business interests in Clones .Woolworth’s will open their new store in Cavan in October in time for the Christmas trade.

Comaltas Ceoltori Eireann (CCE) are holding a Social and presentation to Tady McGahern in the Railway Hotel on Thursday night.

October 3rd 1953 The Holy Father proclaims 1954 a Marian Year to mark the 100^th anniversary of the proclamation of the Immaculate Conception by Pope Pius ix on the 8^th December 1854. He calls on the world’s 400 million Catholics to observe a Holy Year of prayer penance and visitation to Marian Shrines.

The deposed King Farouk of Egypt is stripped of his land holdings of the most fertile 120,000 acres of land worth up to £10 million by the new Egyptian Government.

Kerry beat Armagh 0-14 to 1-6 to win their 17^th All Ireland crown before an attendance record of 79,193 who paid gate receipts of £10,004.The game hinged on a penalty miss by Jim McCorry of Armagh who shot wide from the spot with 12 minutes remaining. Kerry were immediately in the attack from there until the finish. Peter McDermott of Meath was an outstanding referee.

Death of Miss Kay Meehan Mitchell street one of the town’s most respected citizens. Father A B McGrath officiated at the funeral from the Cathedral to Cullies.

Congratulations to Mrs Frances K Arkins Danesfort on winning 3 1sts 2 2^nd and 5 3^rd prizes at the Royal Horticultural Show in the Mansion House

Leslie Peter Tucker youngest son of Peter and Pauline Tucker London marries Miss Rose B McDermott 2^nd daughter of Mr and Mrs Seamus McDermott Owen Roe. Una McDermott sister of the Bride was Chief Bridesmaid while Father P Lyons CC officiated.

October 10^th 1953 Celebrations in Poor Clare Convent to mark the 700^th Anniversary of the death of Saint Clare. Most Reverend Dr McBride along with 35 clergy celebrated the Solemn Pontifical High Mass in the Convent Chapel while the children entertained the guests later in the Concert Hall.

Breffni Park Draw 1^s £20 J Sheridan College Street 2^nd £5 Rose Kelleher Latt 3^rd £2 Mrs McNamara Military Row £1 Larry Clarke. Promoter’s Prize Edward O Gorman Bridge Street.

Cavan Harps beat Belturbet 2-2 to 0-5 to win the Divisional Junior Final they will now play Butlersbridge in the Quarter Finals. Scorers for the Harps Cathal Young 1-0 Tom McNamara 0-1 Petsie Lawlor 1-1.”The standard of play seldom rose above mediocrity”!

Outcry over the continuing persecution of Catholics in Soviet occupied Poland. Cardinal John Dalton Archbishop of Armagh and Primate of All Ireland deplores the arrest and detention of Cardinals Stepinac and Cardinal Wzsynaki who are unable to carry out their duties among the millions of Polish Catholics. Bishop Austin Quinn speaking at Mass in the Cathedral calls for “prayers for our persecuted brethren in Poland”.

October 17th 1953  Tom Donohoe’s select Bar and General Provisions is sold to returned Yank Mr Clerkin Ballynarry Kilnaleck for a consideration of £3,100.CP Smith was the Auctioneer and LCP Smith had carriage of sale for Bee Donohoe now resident in Abbey Street.

Helena McDonald wife of Pat UDC  business man and baker invests £7,000 in the new Irish Loan which was later revealed to be substantially under prescribed.

Father Cunningham ordained in Rome and native of Dungannon was formerly in charge of the Goods Department Cavan GNR Station. He will serve in Reno Nevada USA.

Nursing Association Dance with Peggy Dell and her Orchestra. Brian Coleman and Miss M Comyn WJ Hymen and Miss M Reilly are the winners of the trophies for the best dancers of the night.

Eugene Leddy Ceilidhe Band supplies the music at the presentation of the Street League medals by Tommy Gilroy to the victorious Bridge Street team.

Brother David writes to the Anglo Celt to convey to Radio Eireann and Micheal O Hehir their deep appreciation of the outstanding broadcast of the All Ireland Final received loud and clear by the Irish Community in Mauritius in the Indian Ocean courtesy of Radio Brazzaville.

October 24^th 1953 John McGinnity quick off the mark for the Marian Year  1954 advertising round trip to Lourdes direct for 28 guineas return.

Andy O Brian and Joseph G O Reilly pen the hilarious ‘The Chestnut Tree’ which will be premiered by the Magnet Players Killygarry before Christmas.

Lily Hicks wins 1st 2^nd and 3^rd in dancing competitions in the Gaelic League Feis in Islington. Lily is daughter of Mr and Mrs Patrick Hicks formerly of Emmett Place.

Roisin Leddy youngest daughter of John Leddy Owen Roe marries William John Luper in London. Father P Bishop presided and after the Nuptial Mass the Papal Blessing was imparted 

Francis Lucas Clements Scott Rockview Ballyhaise County Cavan leaves an Estate valued at £25,381 in the latest wills published.

October 31st 1953 Joe (Bendy) Fitzpatrick is acquitted of the manslaughter of Thomas Boyle aged 70 Wolfe Tone Street Cavan by a jury at Cavan Circuit Court after deliberating their verdict for 20 minutes. Joe Fitzpatrick in evidence stated that “the deceased was aggressive to him although they were very good friends but there was far too much heavy drinking on the day in question in John McGinnity’s Public House”. Later a further altercation occurred at the bottom of Wolfe Tone Street and the deceased died from a fall following a further charge at the defendant.

Children of Mary holding a fundraiser in the Convent Hall entitled ‘The Life of Saint Clare’. They are collecting to send 2 pilgrims to the Marian Shrine in Lourdes in Marian Year 1954.

Joey Murray from Tullacmongan finds an ancient cross dated 1729 which is presently being evaluated by the National Museum.

Staff of Providers’ and Smith’s Garage are guests of Con and Mary Smith at their magnificent Hotel in Termofeckin County Louth. MJ Galligan returned thanks on behalf of Providers Brendan Murray on behalf of Smith’s Garage and May McCaul on behalf of the staff of the Termonn Hotel to Mr and Mrs Smith for their generosity and hospitality .

November 7th 1953 Electric Chimney Sweeping introduced to Cavan by Harry Jenkins and Sons costing 10/- for chimney 1 and 7/6 for each additional chimney. The Jenkins family are the leading painting and decorating company in the area specialising in  all kinds of church painting and decoration. Contact H D Jenkins 11 Francis Street at Cavan 160.

Cavan Rugby team hold a stronger fitter Portadown to a 3-3 draw in the Royal School grounds. Cavan led by 1 try 3points scored by Dessie Tweedy but not converted by McQuaid at half time. The stronger Portadown pack dominated the second half and pinned the Cavan team in their own 25 but only crossed for a single try which was not converted. A McGloughlin was the referee.

Butlersbridge will play Kingscourt in the Minor Championship Final at Breffni Park next Sunday.

Death of the very popular Bridget (Bridgey) Reynolds Upper Main Street at an advanced age. She was sister of the late Thomas Reynolds who died in July and they ran a thriving vegetable shop growing all the quality produce in their own garden. Long distinguished service to the Community Bridgey was known and respected by all her neighbours and friends and was a particular favourite with the children. Large and representative funeral from the Cathedral to Killygarry Cemetery.

Pat McGrath from the Provincial Bank is the recipient of a presentation from his colleagues and friends on the occasion of his promotion to South Richmond Street Branch. Outstanding tennis player with Cavan Lawn Tennis Club he was also a most accomplished member of the Pavilion Pantomime. He was a low handicap golfer at County Cavan Golf Club. He is replaced in the Provincial Bank in Cavan by Thomas C Connolly a fine golfer from Athlone.

Bridge Club Winners N/S Gerry Hunt and Mrs Arnold E/W Mr Moynihan and Mr Mansfield.

Pat McGovern late of Sean Magee’s Bridge Street opens his new store in Connolly Street.” All orders will receive prompt and personal supervision. Your patronage will be greatly appreciated”.

Guard Johnston stationed in  Belturbet for the last 10 years is transferred back to Cavan where he resides in Farnham Street with his wife and family.

November 14th 1953 Dr Ryan Minister for Minister for Health meets a delegation from Cavan County Council led by County Manager Dermot McCarthy who are lobbying for a new hospital for Cavan town.The delegation point out to Dr Ryan that there are no proper facilities in Cavan and that the accommodation problem is so acute that there is a waiting list of 211 for beds in the County.

1^st annual Bachelors Dance in the Town Hall President WP O Hanlon Vice President Sean O Reilly MRCVSI Secretary P Farrelly Committee Dinny Whelan Joe Rogers Brian Coleman Des Tweedy Matty Corcoran Jim Rafter Paddy Donohoe Leo McGrath Frank Lynott Michael Young Paddy Brady Matt McCutcheon Willie Lambert  L Galvin Jack F Binchey E Miney M Gateley GV Maloney Ray Reilly MRCVSI N Mullen M Smith M Tierney K Henry E Ross PJ Flynn P McGrath. Later the profits from the function a tidy £43-18-6 was donated to Cavan Nursing Association.

Licensed premises of Cusack and Sons Bridge  Street (The Dug Out) sold to  Pat and Rose Leddy Rosculligan for £2,000 .

C McGuiness Private Hotel beside Mullen’s is sold to  MJ O Callaghan Latt Cavan for an undisclosed amount. Frank Conlon was Auctioneer.

Susan Brady relict of John Brady dies at the residence of her son in law John Coyle Upper Main Street. Funeral in Drung.

CYMS Whist Drive Top Score John Weston 1^st Lady Mrs Mackey Cavan 1^st Gent P Sloane Ballinagh 2^nd Gent PJ O Neill Ulster Arms.

Butlersbridge win the County Minor Championship for the first time beating Kingscourt 0-11 to 2-2 in  atrocious weather conditions at Breffni Park where the rain fell throughout and the pitch was sodden from overnight rain and the participants had to play with a very heavy ball. Butlersbridge adapted much better to the conditions and led by 0-5 to 1-1 at half time. The Bridge were hungrier fitter and more motivated than Kingscourt and despite a late rally they held on comfortably to win their first ever football championship for the Bridge. Great credit must go to John O Reilly Chairman and Sean O Hare Trainer for the manner in which the Bridge approached the game. Led by Captain Con Smith on the 40 there were outstanding displays from Terry Smith in goals Val Kyne at full back flanked by the hard tackling Aidan Foynes and Brian Myles.P Meehan and the 2 O Reillys were outstanding half backs while Fitzpatrick and McGarvey held sway at midfield throughout. Con Smith Ken Browne and Hayes led a lethal forward division which ran Kingscourt ragged in the end. The whole village led by Chairman John O Reilly turned out to welcome the heroes back to the Bridge and the cup was filled several times with minerals. Team Terry Smith Aidan Foynes Val Kyne Brian Myles Paddy Reilly Paddy Meehan Eamonn Reilly C Fitzpatrick S McGarvey Ken Browne Con Smith J Hayes T Cassidy Gerry O Reilly and Brendan Farrell. TM Gilroy presented the trophy to the winning Bridge Captain Con Smith at the finish of the game which was played in a sporting manner throughout..

Cavan County Board order a replay of the abandoned Cavan Harps V Ballinagh Junior Semi Final after Packy Newman reported that he was assaulted by Willie Doonan and was unable to continue. He told the County Board that Doonan got out of hand completely and questioned every decision he made particularly in the 2^nd half. After he awarded a close in free to Ballinagh at the town goals Doonan struck him a box knocking him out. The Harps assured the County Board that Doonan was now banished from the Club and would never play with the Harps again. Ballinagh subsequently won the replay 3-9 to 2-2 after leading the Harps 2-5 to Nil at half time after playing with a gale force wind in the first half. Sodden pitch and heavy ball Ballinagh adapted much better to the conditions and had a match winner in Eamonn Galligan.The Harps never recovered from this incident and their decline was steady over the next 4 years until the foundation of Cavan Gaels to replace the ailing Harps and Slashers clubs in the town. Cavan Harps John O Rourke J McNamara Paddy Brady Patrick Brady Eddie Quinn Sean O Rourke Paddy Dunne Sean Brady PJ Boylan Patsy Lawlor Cathal Yung P Smith Paddy ‘Lofty’ Higgins. Subs P Lynch for J McNamara Referee Mick Higgins.

November 21st 1953 Cavan Rugby Club beat RAF Enniskillen by 25 points to 0 at The Royal School Grounds. Cox and Storey were outstanding for Cavan at half back. Richard Black had a stormer in the tight exchanges. Tries by Bill Anderson Scott converting after 10 minutes Des Tweedy and Cyril Anderson 2 unconverted tries left Cavan ahead 11-0 at half time. In the 2^nd half Dessie Tweedy again O Reilly Teddy McCormack and George Maloney crossed for Cavan tries to wrap up a great display at 22-0 for Cavan.

Bridge Club Chairman Surgeon Bertie Cullen Treasurer Dermot Morgan Secretary Reverend Sean Reilly Saint Patrick’s College Committee William Browne and D Moynihan. Winners of weekly session Mr and Mrs Reardon.

Death of Mary Coyle Kilnavara. One of Cavan’s most respected residents. She was mother of Terry Coyle Cavan and All Ireland footballer 1933. She is survived by her sons daughter and other relatives.Father AB McGrath officiated at the funeral from the Cathedral to Cullies cemetery.

Maltese Wedding in the Cathedral draws the crowds as Nary Camenulli Harun Malta marries Bernard eldest son of Barney and Mrs Connolly Breffni Terrace. Simon Connolly was Best Man ME Connolly Bridesmaid and the Bride’s Aunt Mary was Matron of Honour. The Bride’s gown was of French Lace and the train was 15 feet long. Father PJ Gargan a friend of the Connolly family officiated.

H Clark Manager of the Ulster Bank is transferred back to Head Office in Belfast. He was Treasurer of County Cavan Golf Club for over 7 years and was the recipient of a presentation from colleagues in the Bank and members of County Cavan Golf Club. He is replaced as Manager in the Ulster Bank Cavan by Sydney Killingley son of the late Archdeacon EA Killingley late of Killeshandra.

Eugene Timmoney is appointed to the staff of Bank of Ireland Cavan replacing T McDonald while WCR Reardon is appointed Sub Agent.

Sympathy is extended to Andy Gichreest on the dearth of his mother Mrs G Gichreest Dignavanty Cootehill. Funeral from Saint Brigid’s Kill to the adjoining cemetery.

Breffni Park Draw 1^st £20 Jack Flood Bridge Street 2^nd £5 Phil Reilly the Imperial Hotel. Promoter’s Prize Betty Breslin 23 Coleman Road Cavan.

December 12th 1953 “Joe Cullivan and Son 25 College Street Cavan Plumbing Specialist at your service for hot and cold water installations-moderate prices.”

Fatima Pharmacy 5 Bridge Street Cavan Proprietor PT Tommy Ruddy MPSI.

Philips Radios ask for demonstration at Smyth’s 60 Main Street Cavan Phone 88.

Congratulations to Teddy Cinnamond son of Ned and Mrs Cinnamond Church Street who has been chosen to represent Ulster in the Badminton Inter Provincial Championships. Former member of Cavan Pavilion Club Tom is now playing for a Belfast Club where he is domiciled.

Death of Pauline Farrell daughter of Mr and Mrs Anthony Farrell Annalee House Butlersbridge Cavan at the age of 27 after a long illness borne with courage and fortitude. Champion Irish dancer she was a member of a Championship winning family known throughout Ireland for their expertise skill and elegance. In recent years Pauline had taken up Adjudicating at Feiseanna and Irish gatherings throughout the area and was highly respected and well known. Sympathy is extended to her parents brothers and sisters.Rev Charles Cartwright officiated at the funeral from the Cathedral to Cullies.

Alfred Myles Smith Solicitor Kevitt Castle has taken over the practice of PJ McEntee who has moved to Monaghan having purchased the practice of Doctor VD Kearns Solicitors.

Gerald Fay MRCVS formerly Moynehall House is appointed Chief Veterinary Officer for Queensland Australia.

Untimely death of Thomas O Rourke 5 Saint Aidan’s Terrace Cavan at a young age at the Richmond Hospital. Member of the Irish Army he served during the 1939-1946 Emergency. Sympathy s extended to his wife sons daughters. Cavan Branch ONE carried the coffin draped in the tricolour from the hearse to the Cathedral and again at Cullies cemetery Father P J Gargan officiated at the funeral from the Cathedral to Killygarry cemetery.

Liam Bogue and Thomas Donlon are this week’s winners at Cavan Bridge Club.

Angela Clarke Mrs Packy Leonard Bridge Street John Clarke Swellan Matt Smith Drumcrave and Pat Donohoe Bridge Street are among the local winners at the Slasher’s monster Whist drive in the Town Hall.

Christmas comes early for County Manger Dermot McCarthy when the Supreme Court on a majority decision award him full costs for his representation during the Local Government Enquiry over turning the decision of the Circuit and High Court. Originally awarded the maximum of £900 allowed by the Minister for Local Government. The Supreme Court made an order for the sum of £2,488 and costs for Circuit Court and Supreme Court appeals.

Breffni Park Draw 1^st £20 Paddy Kelly Breffni Park Lane 2^nd £5 Father PJ Gargan Cavan 3^rd £2 Thomas Miney Rossa Place £1 each Willie Sheridan Saint Brigid’s Terrace. Promoter’s prize Paddy Woods College Street.

The Irish Country Women’s Association (ICA) buy the Termon Hotel Termofeckin County Louth from Con P and Mary Smith with the aid of a bursary from W K Kellogg’s. Con Smith will retain most of the 500 acre farm adjoining the Hotel. The Hotel will be used as residential quarters for women undergoing courses at the centre.

Tom Maloney son of GV and Mrs Eileen Maloney leaves for Canada to take up employment with a large motor car concern in Toronto.

Santa Claus will arrive on the Cavan Fire Brigade engine for the Christmas tree festivities at the Town Hall on Christmas Eve where over 400 children between the ages of 4-8 will receive a Christmas gift and greeting from the great man himself.

December 26th 1953 The Minister for Health Mr Ryan announces that Dispensary Doctors will be paid an annual salary of £480 rising by increments of £30 per annum to a maximum of £6

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January 2nd 1954 Over 500 children joyously greet Santa Claus to the sound of bells and horns from the Fire Tender with helpers made up of members of Cavan Fire Brigade. Spotlight on the Red figure is picked up by beams from spotlights on the tender.Chidren queue out on the tennis court on a cold dry frosty evening to meet Santa in the Town Hall.

Business in the town is well up on previous years with shopping reaching a climax by mid day on Christmas Eve. Only a few stragglers similar to an ordinary Saturday night left after tea as residents readied themselves for the festivities and Midnight Mass.

The Pavilion Musical Society launch their 6^th Annual Pantomime Little Red Riding Hood for an 8 day programme on Sunday next. Booking at Sullivan’s 1 Main Street.

Bill Anderson son of John and Mrs Anderson emigrates to Nairobi Eat Africa to further his career as a Law Clerk. Star player with Cavan Rugby team, Bill is also the leading member of Cavan Lawn Tennis Club and was made a presentation by both organisations at an enjoyable function in the Ulster Arms on the 23^rd of December..

Sympathy is extended to Maurice Brady Upper Main Street on the death of his father Edward Brady Post office Bawnboy. Funeral from Kildoagh Church to Kilnavart cemetery was the biggest and most representative seen in the area for many years.

Vincent Blythe son of Guard Blythe Charlestown County Mayo and late of Cavan has passed his final Cadet examination and is called to the Military College Curragh Camp. Vincent was a member of Cavan Harps and on the Cavan Minor team beaten by Galway in the 1952 All Ireland Final. He went one better last year and was a member of the winning Mayo Minor All Ireland Champions 1953 .

January 9th 1954

The shop and building known as Dunne’s Bridge Street is sold at Auction to James Murphy for £1,075. J C Brady Belturbey were the Auctioneers while SJ Gannon Solicitors had carriage of Sale.

Garda John Marron who was District Clerk in Cavan for the last 17 years is transferred to Granard.Popular courteous and efficient officer he is succeeded as Clerk by Garda William Bergin.

Labour Band parade the town to welcome in the New Year at mid night with some seasonal and festive airs.

Eileen McCarren plays the leading role of Jack singing beautifully ‘I Believe’ and giving an altogether perfect performance at the Pavilion Pantomime in the Town Hall. Leading Lady was the delightful Philomena O Reilly as Jill who joined Jack in some delightful duets.Laurette Kiernan was Jim Kathleen Donohoe was Silly  MJ Magee The Dame Frank Lynott made everybody laugh merely by his presence on the stage. Noel Mullen is the Baron Frank Brady Big Bad Wolf Joan Cullen was in the title role Carmel McDonald was the Fairy Queen. The Witch was played by Mairead Rutledge Kieran Breen and Paddy Reilly were Shanks and Shorty Sean and John Joe O Reilly were the Horse in a hilarious scene. Brendan Jenkins was the Gypsy King with able assistance from Frank Carroll and Paddy Donohoe. Maura McGilly was in charge of the dancing routines bring grace and precision to the Town Hall stage. Maura was ably assisted by Rose McCabe  Mona Connolly Teresa Duffy Valerie McCarren Miriam Healy Myra Marron Buba McCabe and Angela Clarke. Men’s Chorus Joe O Rourke JJ O Reilly Sean McGilly Mel O Reilly Sean Bergin Jimmy Cullen Mel Doherty and Brendan Jenkins. Ladies’ Chorus Sheila O Reilly Kitty Donohoe Agnes Leavy Ann Sherlock Maeve McDonald Mary Flood Clare Flood Anna Bergin Phyllis Sexton Evelyn O Hare Vera Smith and Kitty Conaty. The Musical Director was Maisie Magee. Orchestra Jackie Fitzpatrick Luis Mallon GV Maloney John P Smith Jimmy Mallon Stan Mullery.Back Stage Dinny Whelan Jim Scanlon who also painted the scenery Joe Duffy R Kerrrigan .Wardrobe Mistress Maureen Hand Make Up Annie Brady John Donohoe and Teresa O Rourke Market Square Script by Kevin Byrne modifications by MJ Magee. Producer Tom Hickey.

Kevitt Castle Weather Station reports that 33.90 mls of rain fell in 1953 when we had 201 rainy days-the rainfall is below average by 40mls.

January 16th 1954  Death of Sarah Smith Saint Josephs Dollymount Avenue relict of ME Smith formerly Upper Main Street (Houricans).She was mother of PG Smith Solicitor Dublin. Funeral to Glasnevin.

Death of Thomas Sweeney Upper Main Street. In America for many years. Survived by his wife. Father A B McGrath officiated at the funeral from the Cathedral to Killygarry.

Death of William McAlarney Coleman Road. Former Law Clerk and Commissioner for Oaths. Prominent  member of the Irish Ireland movement and organiser of Committees and activities all over County Cavan.Rev AB McGrath officiated at the funeral from the Cathedral to Cullies.

Death of Christina Donohoe College Street mother of a very large family at a very young age. She was daughter of Mr and Mrs J McCoy College Street. Most charitable woman and extremely popular with neighbours and friends over a wide area. Survived by her husband Michael (Bunnoe) Donohoe and a large family. Funeral from the Cathedral to Cullies cemetery.

Sympathy is extended to Matty Hand Church Street Area Supervisor for the ESB on the death of his mother in Dublin.

Death of Ana Doherty in the USA daughter of the late Patrick and Mary Anne Marron Mill Street. She was sister of Miss Marron Cathedral Road Michael Marron Earlsvale Road and Mrs Cassidy Bridge Street.

Death of WA Craig Agent Bank of Ireland Drogheda and former agent for the Bank in Cavan.

January 23rd 1954 Anna Flood daughter of Frances Flood Bridge Street enters the Poor Clare Order in Newry County Down. There was a number of presentations to Anna prior to her departure from the town.

After receiving a number of threats and outright intimidation of the Promoters, the Film Show of The Coronation of Elizabeth 2 scheduled for the Protestant Hal for which over 600 tickets were sold is postponed. All proceeds were to go to the Adelaide Hospital and Cavan Boy Scouts (6^th Oriel Troop)

Unexpected death of Brigid Duffy Nee Brady at her residence Rath Na Saor in Bray County Wicklow. She was sister of Mrs Eddie Flood Abbey Street and Agnes Maguire (Aunt Agie) Bridge Street. She was sister in law of John Flood and aunt of John Sharkey of the Anglo Celt. Survived by her husband Michael to whom the management and staff of the Anglo Celt extend deep sympathy. Father J J O Reilly Adm officiated at the funeral from the Cathedral to Killygarry Cemetery.

Miss Crosby Matron Lisdarn Hospital extends thank to the Magnet Players Killygarry for the outstanding performance of the ‘Chestnut Tree’ for the patients and staff of the Hospital.

January 30^th 1954 Jim McDermott is the new Chairman of the revised Clones United Football Club which has been out of existence for the last two years. Jim is a former star of the GNR soccer team and has the support of the entire community in this new venture. The new pitch is on the Monaghan road adjacent to the town.

Breffni Park Draw 1^st Prize £20 John Mulligan Church Street 2^nd Prize £5 Tommy Fitzpatrick Ballyhaise 3^rd £2 Alice Sheils of the Imperial Hotel £1 each to Pat O Neill Anglo Celt A Galligan Ardlougher Ballyhaise and Brendan Jenkins Saint Phelim’s Place Promoter £2 Benny O Rourke Ashe Street.

Pavilion Tennis Club 1954 Chairman MJ Smith Vice Chairman Tommy McCormick Secretary Jack Poyntz Treasurer Stephen Keaveney Committee Sheila McCarren Kitty McDonald Jimmy Cullen Dinny Whelan Tom Fitzpatrick Jerry Lyons and Joe O Rourke.

Fatal cycling accident at Rathcorrick when Josephine Leddy aged 20 is killed while riding a bike without a light in collision with a pedestrian as she cycled to the pictures in the Magnet Cinema. The pedestrian in evidence said he was struck from behind but remained on his feet but the cyclist ended up in the ditch and was later pronounced dead at Cavan Surgical Hospital. The Jury of Mick Geoghegan Phil Gargan Robert Mackeral and Jim Leonard brought in a verdict of misadventure in accordance with the evidence. Paddy Cusack Solicitor Cavan County Coroner deplored the practice of people cycling without proper lighting on their machines and said that the high fatality rate would be reduced by over 50 per cent if people lit up. He extended sympathy to Josephine’s parents brothers sisters relatives and many friends.Joesephine Leddy was a very clever bright girl who recently passed the County Council Examinations and was only 3 months working as a Clerk in Cavan Courthouse. Her colleagues formed a Guard of Honour at the Funeral from the Cathedral to Killygarry Cemetery and the coffin was covered in Mass Cards.

Strange review of the recently acclaimed ‘Chestnut Tree’ by Andy O Brien and Joe O Reilly performed by the Magnet Players Killygarry in the Anglo Celt who state that apart from the outstanding performance of Mickey O Brien as Giggler Mooney the play has nothing to recommend and it is a total flop and that authors Andy O Brien and Joe O Reilly are surely capable of much better work than this which tries far too hard to be funny!

Death o John Joe Lee Edenticlare at his residence. Funeral from Saint Brigid’s Cemetery Killygarry to the adjoining cemetery.

February 6^th 1954  Death of the great Johnny Green Corn Mill Cavan after a long illness at the age of 38. Coalmining expert Johnny was working on his latest seam in Gubaavaeeny Leitrim when struck down with illness. He was son of the late Joseph Green and is survived by his mother Alice Green sister Margaret brothers Roy Gerry Joe Francis and Charlie. Father PJ Gargan officiated at the extremely large funeral from the Cathedral to Cullies cemetery.

Rev Father Felim Colwell is installed as Prior of Kilnacrott Abbey exactly 25 years after first entering the Priory as a student. Born with 1 mile of Kilnacrott Father Colwell is a native of Drumora Ballyjamesduff. Son of Mr and Mrs C Colwell. Ordained in Belgium on August 15th 1937, he was elected Prior of the Mother House in England in 1952. His mother lived to see him installed as Prior of Kilnacrott but died on the same week. Funeral from Saint Mary’s Church Crosserlough.

Death of Dominick Ryan 8 Connolly Street in Saint Phelim’s Hospital Cavan after a long illness. He spent a lifetime working with CIE at Cavan Station. Survived by his wife relatives and friends. Funeral from the Cathedral to Cullies  cemetery.

Death of Anne McCoy College Street one of the oldest and most respected residents in Cavan town. Predeceased by her husband Joe  and daughter Mrs Donohoe some months ago. Funeral from the Cathedral to Cullies cemetery.

Bridge 1^st Mrs Arnold and Dermot Morgan 2^nd Mrs Browne and Professor Breen.

Cavan Pavilion Pantomime Committee present a 400 day clock to one of their greatest ever stars Maura McEntee (Nee Smyth).Her husband PJ has acquired the practice of the late Dr Kearns in Monaghan while Alfred Myles Smith has acquire PJ McEntee’s practice in Farnham Street for an undisclosed amount.

Death of Katherine Keaveney Butlersbridge wife of PJ National Teacher and mother of 3 sons and 3 daughters. She was sister of Rev J Gaffney CC Belturbet. Father James J O Reilly Adm officiated while the Bishop Austin Quinn was among the hundreds of clergy in attendance. Funeral from Saint Aidan’s Butlersbridge to the adjoining cemetery.

February 20^th 1955 Cavan Boxing Team to box at all star tournament in the Stella Cinema Carrickmacross where they will meet opponents from Belfast Drogheda and Dundalk. George Maloney Terry Duignan Sean Donohoe M Donohoe Patsy Lawlor.

9^th Annual Nurse’ Dance with Town Hall beautifully and tastefully decorated and music from Alan Beale and Orchestra.

3^rd Order of Saint Francis formed following a lecture on the Life of Saint Francis in the Cathedral by Father Adrian OFM in the Convent Chapel. Kevin Johnston Anglo Celt and Swellan is Secretary  while 60 other people have signed up for membership.

February 27^th 1954 Capacity crowd at the 5^th annual McCarren’s Dance in the Town Hall with the hall tastefully decorated spots each dance and music by Ralph Sylvester and his Orchestra. While Jim Barton supplied the music at the very successful Cavan Lawn Tennis Club dance in the Pavilion.

Garage and Undertaking business of Edward Flood Abbey Street fails to reach the reserve at auction now under active negotiation.

March 6^th 1954 A very weak Pope Pius XII broadcasts from Vatican Radio for the first time since serious illness forced him to cancel all engagements in recent months. His 78^th Birthday and 15^th Anniversary of his elevation to the Papacy are celebrated all over the world but particularly in Vatican City where flags and emblems flew from every building in salute and a public holiday was observed.

Cavan CYMS Annual Whist Drive in the Town Hall offers as Top Prize a Trip to Lourdes for Holy Year valued at £40.

Death of Elizabeth Walsh in Dublin. She was daughter of Mr and Mrs William Brady College Street and sister of William (Billy) and  Patrick in Dublin. Funeral to Glasnevin.

March 13^th 1954 New Hoover Cylinder Cleaner on sale at Smyth’s 60 Main Street Cavan Phone 88 for Demonstrations. Amazing value at £16-16- and Easy Terms available.

GAA outraged at the prospect of Radio Eireann broadcasting coverage of the League of Ireland V Scottish League on Saint Patrick’s Day from Dalymount Park. Michael V O Donohoe President of the GAA says that Radio Eireann are making a mockery of the GAA with this highly charged insult on the feast of the National Apostle!

Frank Johnston Wolfe Tone Street is this week’s winner of the 1^st Prize and £20 at the Breffni Park Draw 2^nd £5 Joe Cullivan 25 College Street 3^rd £2 Bartley Smith Connolly Street £1 each to Ned Cooke Man Street Helen McCarren Saint Helens and Michael Gaffney Cashel Ballinagh. Promoter’s Prize Joe O Rourke Bookmaker Market Square.

Mr Hogan Station Master is transferred to Dublin. Recipient of a handsome presentation from his colleagues at Cavan Station.

Sympathy is extended to John Sheanon College Street on the death of his father Patrick Sheanon Cattle Dealer Drumavaddy.Funeral took place to Saint Matthews Church Drumavaddy.

Maurice and Alan Jackson have acquired Mullery’s Garage on the Railway Road for an undisclosed amount.

Death of Mary Glancy Fairtown Cavan at Saint Phelim’s Hospital. She was the mother of 12 sons-10 of whom are still alive. Survived by her husband sons daughter. Funeral to Drumavaddy cemetery.

Stampede continues for BCG injection to immunise against the dreaded TB illness. Dr M A Cooney announces  more clinics to be held in the Courthouse in the coming weeks.

March 20th 1954 Minister for Health Mr Walsh announces New County Hospital for Cavan will be built behind the Courthouse. Plans are at an advanced stage and the Department of Health will go to tendering in a few months as General Election looms in April.

Richard V Black and Mike Dale parade a goose dressed in the Irish colours across the pitch at Lansdowne Road to the cheers of 40,000 spectators before the start of the Ireland V Wales clash at Lansdowne Road. Wales pipped the Irish with a late penalty goal to win 3-0.

9^th Drama Festival opened by the Bishop of Kilmore Most Rev Dr Quinn in the presence of TJ Fitzpatrick Secretary and Edward T O Hanlon Chairman. Harold Goldblest is the Adjudicator of the English plays while Gerard Victory is the Adjudicator for the Irish plays.

Saint Patrick’s College are beaten by Newry CBS in the replay of the McRory Cup Final at Ballybay.

Magnet Players Killygarry win the Rural Section of Navan Drama Festival scoring an impressive 83 points. Outstanding performances from Sheila Fay Agnes Brady and PJ Young who all won medals for their performances.

Death of John J Finlay Pig Dealer Bridge Street. Worked all his life in McCarren’s Bacon Factory. Survived by his wife sons daughters. Father Charles Cartwright assisted by Father James Carroll Saint Patrick’s College officiated at the funeral from the Cathedral to Cullies.

April 3^rd 1954 The body of 50 year old Mrs Kate Reilly is recovered from the Annalee River at Butlersbridge. John Mulligan found the body in 13 foot of water 40 yards from Water Bridge. Doctor Charles Lorrigan in evidence said that death was die to drowning after the body had been immersed in water for a number of days. The Jury returned a verdict in accordance with the evidence.

Further BCG Vaccination Clinics in the Courthouse on Monday Wednesday and Friday as the fight against TB takes a decisive step for total cure and prevention of this killer disease.

Clones Dramatic Society with ‘Mungo’s Mansion’ win the Open Section at the 9^th Cavan Drama Festival 2^nd were The Nomads Cavan with ‘Two Dozen Red Roses’ Producer Tom Hickey Cast Brian Coleman Philomena O Reilly Liam Henry Celia Maloney Jack Binchey.The AOH Cup went to the Moonlight Players Castletara with ‘The End Horse’ Producer Edward C Brady Cast James Clarke Mary Boylan Sean Boylan Brian Boylan Michael Morrow  Rossa O Neill James McAvinue and Joe Flatley.Best Actor of Festival Jack Binchey Nomads Best Actress Edna Whatley Clones Dramatic Society.

Royal Tan owned by the exuberant Joe Griffin wins the Aintree Grand National. Trained by Vincent O Brien and ridden by Bryan Marshall. The horse was accorded a Civic Reception and received at the Mansion House by the Mayor of Dublin Alderman Butler TD 2^nd was Tudor Line 3^rd Irish Liquid. The same connections were also victorious in the 1953 Grand National with Early Mist.

Thomas Clear expert on trees and horticulture plants the first trees at the Kilnavara and Tullac Mongan housing estates followed by an illustrated lecture in the Town Hall.

Sympathy is extended to Henry Coyne Bus Driver Saint Felim’s Place on the death of his mother in Drumanon County Roscommon.

Margaret Duignan Swellan graduates with her SRN from Saint Andrew’s Hospital Hempstead London.

April 10^th 1954 Granard County Longford is the last big town in Ireland to adapt new time for the very first time!

Fleadh Cheoil na hEireann to be held in Cavan on the Whit weekend. The organisers are expecting as many as 1,00 entries for the various competitions and announced that there are now 40 Senior and 2 Junior branches of Comhaltas throughout Ireland.

Smyth’s Wireless and Electrical Dealers 60 Main Street have been appointed Hohner agents for the area and are now stocking a full range of musical instruments.

Willie Maloney eldest son of George V and Eileen Maloney is appointed Manager of the 24 hour Shannon Duty Free Airport Shop. He formerly worked in the furnishings department of Brown Thomas Grafton Street Dublin .

Tony Coyle Saint Felim’s Place is 1^st in Ireland following examinations for the post of Boy Messenger at Cavan Post Office. Tony is  the eldest son of John and Mrs Coyle (Nee Meehan) Saint Felim’s Place.

Cavan Boy Scouts Concert packs out the Town Hall for 2 nights Thursday and Sunday with a variety performance. The Producer was John Donohoe Musical Director Robert Ryan Cast Dessie Agnew Eddie Kirby Paddy Carroll Mel Doherty Dessie Maguire John Maguire Liam Kinsella Martin Storey Paddy McNamara Paddy Flynn Gerry Maguire Tommy Carroll Pat Kinsella Tony O Dowd Alan O Hanlon Francie Farrelly Paddy Donohoe and a host of lively Cubs.

John Greenan College Street is the recipient of a wallet of notes from the management and staff McCarren’s on the occasion of his retirement after 46 years distinguished service.

April 24^th 1954  Patrick Murtagh is the recipient of a presentation by MJ Galligan Manager on behalf of his colleagues in Providers on the occasion of his emigration to Canada at a function in the Railway Hotel. Patrick served over 4 years in Providers and was a playing member of Cavan Slashers.

25 year old Michael Manning a carter, is hanged in Mountjoy by British hangman Albert Pierrepoint for the murder of Catherine Cooper a 65 year old nurse. He was the last person to be executed in Ireland.

The 2^nd celebration of An Tostal is opened by President Sean T O Kelly at a ceremony at the GPO in Dublin. Celebrations take place in 140 centres nationwide. Over 50,000 attend the Pageant at Tara, chief organiser being Captain JA Donnelly who also organised the Owen Roe Parade in  Cavan in 1949. In Cavan the ICA held an arts and crafts display in the premises of Stan Mullery Town Hall Street where there were over 100 exhibits including crochet needle and rush work and paintings from the members of the local Guild. Over 5,000 take part in the Virginia Parade where National and Tostal flags flew from every building. Miss M Elliott Tostal Queen led the parade in a carriage supplied by the Napper family and drawn by a donkey. The parade was led by Virginia School Harmonica Band followed by the Oldcastle Brass and Reed Band. An Tostal was proclaimed open by Very Rev Canon Brady PP.

Nation id shocked by the news of the death  of Captain Michael Tubridy Manger of Joe McGrath’s Stables in Dublin. Member of the Army Jumping Team since 1945. He leaves a wife and 2 daughters.

Breffni Park Draw 1^st £20 Mrs Sharkey Drumalee 2^nd £5 Thomas Connolly Golf Links Road 3^rd Pat Donohoe Ballinagh 3 prizes of £1 John Leinster Wolfe Tone Street Sonny Armstrong Cloverhill.

May 1^st 1954 TB on the decline in Ireland with the introduction of vaccine and better living conditions. In 1948 there were 3,103 deaths from the disease 1949 2,712 1950 2,380 1951 2,162 1952 1,579 and 1953 1,190.

Jimmy Moore wins the premier event at the London Transport Billiards Finals in London.Jimmty is son of Edward and Rose More Saint Brigid’s Terrace Cavan.

The drain of the youth of Cavan continues with Tommy Deignan star boxer scout footballer and swimmer being presented with a wallet of notes by Sergeant Henley Cavan Boxing Club on the occasion of his emigration to Canada in the Railway Hotel where music was supplied by the Accordion Sextet while Mel O Reilly is Guest of the Pavilion Musical Society where he is the recipient of a presentation as he too emigrates to Canada.

Death of Kathleen (Bobbie) O Hanlon 3 Farnham Street Cavan.She was wife of John F O Hanlon Managing Director Anglo Celt. She was daughter of John Gannon J P (Cavan Town Commissioner) sister of the late Reverend P J Gannon SJ who only died a few short months ago and Betty Gannon Music Teacher Upper Main Street (Charlie Fay’s).”Kate O Hanlon was small of stature but great of heart and possessed all of the noble qualities of a loving Irish wife and mother”. She suffered a stroke 4 years ago which greatly restricted her movement but never quenched her spirit. Father Jimmy O Reilly Adm recited the Rosary at the Removal where the coffin was carried to the hearse by members of the staff Anglo Celt. Survived by her husband John F sons Edward T Frederick F William P and daughter Joan sister Betty Gannon grandsons John F Simon granddaughter Morna.Thousands of messages of sympathy pour into the Anglo Celt for many weeks including letters and cards from the Bishop of Kilmore Austin Quinn Reverend Abbesses Poor Clares, Sisters of Mercy, Saint Louis Monaghan.Votes of sympathy passed with the family by Cavan County Council Cavan Urban Council Saint Joseph’s Young Priests and civic and religious groups from all over the country.

The Nomads with ‘Two Dozen Red Roses’ are nominated for the All Ireland Drama Festival Finals in Athlone when they are declared winners of the Bundoran Drama Festival with Jack Binchey once again the leading actor at the Festival.

May 8^th 1954  Smyth’s 60 Min Street Cavan continue their weekly promotion for new Hoover cleaners and washing machines with prices ranging from £30-£40.

Winner of the Breffni Park Draw and £20 is Mick Foynes Butlersbridge 2^nd £5 P Higgins College Street 3^rd £2 Miss B Smith Bridge Hotel £1 each James Shiels Cootehill Mrs Jenkins Town Hall Street Hugh Logan Farnham. Benny O Rourke Ashe Street was the popular winner of the £2 Promoter’s Prize.

Death of Josephine (Josie ) McCoy College Street 3^rd eldest daughter of Jim and Anne McCoy. She was the 4^th member of her family to die in the last 6 months. Huge crowd turn out for the removal and funeral. Father AB McGrath officiated at the funeral from the Cathedral to Cullies.

Surgeon BT Cullen represents Ireland with distinction coming 2^nd in the World Fly Fishing competition on Lough Sheelin.The winner was another Irish team member J McManus Westport.

Cavan Bridge Club Professor Browne and Una Brennan win the An Tostal Cup at Virginia.

May 15^th 1954 Bishop Quinn presides at the closing of the Men’s Mission in the Cathedral. Fathers Charles Cartwright was Deacon PJ Gargan Sub Deacon and Father Jimmy O Reilly Master of Ceremonies at the imparting of Solemn Pontifical Benediction of the Blessed Sacrament.

Death of Sergeant Daniel H McCaffrey who was in charge of Stradone station for the last 27 years. Popular with all classes and creeds he rendered excellent service to the community. Fair and even handed in all his dealings. Native of Kilorglin County Kerry he joined the Garda in 1922 and was promoted Sergeant in 1923.Served in Castlebar Shillelagh County Meath Emyvale Glaslough.Appointed Sergeant in Stradone in 1927.Outstamnding Angler he was also an active member of Cavan Dog and Gun Club. He was related to well known builder contractor and business man Patrick McGovern New York. Survived by his wife Kathleen 8 sons Reverend James McCaffrey Peter Thomas Daniel and Patsy John Christy Austin 5 daughters Eilish Helen Rita Florence and Bridie. Very Rev Canon McCabe officiated at the funeral from Saint Brigid’s Laragh o the adjoining cemetery. Supt  B McCarthy Ballinamore Division and Superintendent Joe Murray and Inspector J Butler represented the Cavan Division.

Death of Rose Fitzpatrick Mill Rock wife of the legendary James (Jamie) Fitzpatrick former road sweeper and worker with Cavan UDC.Very large attendance at the funeral from the cathedral to Cullies.

Death of James Cole Mitchell Street one of the oldest and most respected residents in the town. Funeral from the Cathedral to Cullies.

Gerry Hunt eldest son of Gerard and Mrs AG Hunt is received into the Benedictine Order at Glenstal Abbey where he was educated. He will be known as Brother Charles.

County Library in Farham Street is extended with the knocking down of a wall to give extra room while the Council carpenter Charlie Green has erected many new shelves to accommodate the growing stock of books at County Cavan Library.

EL (Buster) Holland eldest son of Mr and Mrs EO Holland Provincial Bank House has obtained his BA  at Trinity College Dublin where he was an outstanding member of the College Golf team.

May 22nd 1954 Results of General Election for the 15^th Dail Fianna Fail 66 seats Fine Gael 49 Labour 18 Clann Na Talun 5 Clann Na Poblachta 3 Independents 5. Poll was over 80%. Polling still to take place in Wicklow which was postponed due to the death of one of the candidates. Result of 1^st count Cavan Constituency (4 seats) Paddy Smith (Fianna Fail) 7,570 John Tully (Clann Na Poblachta) 5,896 John Cole (Independent) 4,704 Paddy O Reilly Murmod (Fine Gael) P O Reilly (Independent) 3,597 Seamus Dolan (Fianna Fail) 2,773 Mick Sheridan (Fianna Fail) 2,759 John F McGovern (Fianna Fail) 1,506 (lost his deposit).The counting of votes continued all day Thursday until the final result was announced by Returning Officer FJ McKenna at 12:45 am on Friday morning with Paddy Smith (FF) John Tully (CNP) Michael Sheridan (FF) and Patrick O Reilly (FG) all elected showing no change in representation from the 14^th Dail. It is expected that John A Costello will head Up a new Coalition Government after lengthy discussion with the representatives of the other parties.

Children of Mary and children of the Parish in procession to the flower bedecked Cathedral for Marian year celebrations. Processions all over Ireland to mark the Marian Year with tens of thousands lining the streets in bright sunshine to view the Dublin procession in which the trade union movements was prominently identified. 25.000 took part in the procession from the Pro Cathedral passing through O Connell Street where all traffic was held up for over 2 hours in the biggest and most remarkable demonstration of faith since the Eucharistic Congress in 1932. Army trumpeters sounded a fanfare of trumpets as the great procession halted for 3 minutes close to the GPO as the Palestrina Choir sang ‘The Bells of the Angelus’ between each decade of the rosary broadcast on public address from the Pro Cathedral.

 

May 29th 1954 Canonisation of Pius X  in Saint Peter’s Basilica Rome with over 1 million people in attendance and the ceremonies broadcast all over the world. Pius X died in 1914 of an alleged broken heart following his failure to broker a deal to prevent World War 1. He is the 79^th Pope to be canonised. The last being Pius IX in 1857 was also canonised.

Fleadh Cheoil Na H Eireann to be held in Cavan on Sunday and Monday June 6^th and 7^th.Competitions will be held in the Town Hall while all star concerts featuring Delia Murphy Leo Rowsome Sean Maguire Brian Coleman All Ireland step dance champion The Farrell Dancers Butlersbridge with Sean O Tuama as MC will be held in the Town Hall and Magnet Cinema.

Death of James Masters Railway Hotel. He returned from America 6 years ago. He was a native of Inishbeg Butlersbridge.Funeral from Saint Aidan’s Church Butlersbridge to the adjoining cemetery.

Tom McCarren  Brookvale catches the best trout (6lbs) of the season on Lough Sheelin.

June 5th 1954 John A Costello is elected Taoiseach by 79 votes to 66 for Eamonn De Velera  at the first meting of the 15^th Dail Eireann. George Norton is Tanaiste and Minister for Industry and Commerce General Richard Mulcahy Minister for Education Gerry Sweetman Minster for Finance Liam Cosgrove External Affairs James Dillon Agriculture TF O Higgins Minister for Health Mr O Donnell Local Government Brendan Corish Social Welfare Mr Keyes Posts and Telegraphs J Blowick Lands Mr Everett Justice General Sean McEoin Defence and Mr McGilligan Attorney General.

Marona Foster is this week’s winner of the Promoter’s Prize at the Breffni Park Draw when among the local winners are Joe Donohoe College Street Bridgie Foynes Butlersbridge and Mrs Meehan Saint Phelim’s Place.

Week long Ford Exhibition and Service in Jackson’s Garage featuring the new Prefect making its Cavan debut and commercial passenger and agricultural machinery is opened by Paddy Smith TD with County Manger Dermot McCarthy and members of Cavan Urban and County Councils in attendance. Representaives from Ford in Cork are available all week to answer queries and assist customers with their expert advice.

Father Bernard Collins a native of Curraghoo Cavan celebrates the Silver Jubilee of his ordination in Covina Califiornia where he is ministering as a priest. In attendance was Dr Timothy Manning Auxiliary Archbishop of Lo Angeles. Born in Curraghoo. Educated at Drumcrave School Saint Patrick’s College Cavan 1919-1923 and Saint Patrick’s Carlow where he was ordained in 1929. Father Collins is an annual visitor to his native Cavan and will be home as usual later in the year.

June 12th 1954 Over 500 traditional musicians from every county in Ireland participate in the very successful Fleadh Cheoil na h Eireann in Cavan. Town en fete for the occasion with flags and bunting flying from every building. Weather perfect for the occasion, the locals extended a Céad Mile Failte to the 10,000 good humoured visitors and everything went off without a hitch on a memorable weekend which was a great boost to trade in the county town. The Festival opened with a Pageant and Parade on Sunday with Drumcrow War Pipers leading followed by Monaghan Brass and Reed Band members of the Old IRA and ONE under Charlie Reilly and Aidan Madden followed. Over 30 competitions for over 200 prizes held over the week end. Finest music festival ever held in Ireland with representatives from over 500 CCE branches from Ireland  Britain and USA. Highlight of the celebrity concerts held in the Town Hall and Magnet Cinema on Monday night was the appearance of Joe Lynch who regaled the audience with stories songs and humour.Mrs Reilly of Gowna was again one of the outstanding acts as was Eamonn Keane with his yarns and recitations others taking part included the Farrell Family from Butlersbridge The Power School of Dancing Coffey School of Dancing Clones Leo Rowsome Sean Maguire Frank Gavin Brian Coleman. Local Winners included Intermediate Fiddle 1st Thomas Sweeney Cavan 2nd Senior Tin Whistle T Sheridan Cordoonan Arva .The Kilfenora and Moyglars tied in the Ceilidhe Band Final with 92 marks while Eugene Leddy and the Tulla Ceilidhe Band tied for 2^nd place with 91 marks. Senior Singing Irish and English 1st Sean McDonagh Kilnaleck 1^st Senior Traditional Irish Pauline Larkin Ballyhaise Tommy Reilly Main Street Killeshandra scored 98 points to win the Cavan Senior Accordion Championship.

Michael T Larkin is ordained a priest at Saint Patrick’s College Thurles. Son of the well known Joe and Mrs Larkin NT Ballyhaise he said his first Mass in Saint Mary’s Ballyhaise after which there was a Reception for family neighbours and friends in the Farnham Hotel.

Sean Conaty Corgararriff Ballyhaise is ordained a priest in  Saint Mary’s Cathedral Kilkenny by the Bishop of Ossory.

County Cavan Golf Club makes a presentation to Kevin Henry and Peter Finnerty who are leaving Cavan on promotion to Dublin and Kilkenny. They were 2 outstanding young members of County Cavan Golf Club.

J Gilchreest C/O Tom McKenna’s Main Street is the winner of the 1^st Prize in the Breffni Park Draw  3^rd Miss M McAdam C/o Providers £1 each Bartley Smith Connolly Street Tommy Cullivan College Street and Josephine McEntee Church Street. Promoter’s Prize Betty Breslin Coleman Road.

Sympathy is extended to Michael J Smith County Secretary on the death of his mother Elizabeth Smith Mount Prospect Park Contarf Dublin. During her time in Cootehill she took a leading part in all Church activities and was deservedly popular with all. She is survived by 3 sons Michael J County Secretary Peter Fairstyle Limited and Thomas GPO 2 daughters to whom deep sympathy is extended.

Death of Annie F McNamara Military Row daughter of Mrs McNamara and the late Michael McNamara. Survived by her mother brothers sister and relatives .Father Jimmy O Reilly Adm officiated at the funeral from the Cathedral to Cullies cemetery.

TP Connolly son of James Connolly Drumelis wins the Apprentice Plate at the Curragh. Attached to the McCormick Stables at the Curragh he is tipped for a bright future as a jockey in the racing game.

June 19th 1954 Cavan Urban Council refuse to allocate £3,000-£4,000 to develop a Park at the Farnham Gardens and give the green light for housing development to commence. This shameful decision was taken on the votes of Sean Magee Tom Fitzpatrick Mr Fegan Paddy Brady and Tommy Cullivan with the only dissenting voice being the Chairman Mary Brady who commented when the vote was taken and the resolution passed “The Farnham Gardens are gone forever”!

Death of Laurence Nee 12 Abbey Street. Master Baker in England after working for a number of years in a Cavan Bakery. Survived by his wife Betty sons Tommy Laurence daughters Bernadette Ethna

Breffni Park Draw 1^st and £20 Annie Finnegan College Street 2^nd £5 Maisie Morgan Farnham Street 3^rd £2 Mrs Betty Nee Abbey Street £1 each Jimmy Denning Upper Main Street Mrs Cullivan Wolfe Tone Street Mrs Browne Church Street. Promoter’s Prize Hugh P McEntee Saint Phelim’s Place.

Annie Tallon Bridget McCabe Michael Goldrick and John McDonald all patients at Saint Joseph’s Lisdarn are the lucky winners of a trip to Lourdes for Marian Year sponsored by the Cavan Branch Invalid Pilgrimage to Lourdes.

Death of Michael Mulligan 79 Pearse Street a native of Drumryan Poles County Cavan he was resident in the town for a number of years. Father Charles Cartwright officiated at the funeral from the Cathedral to Killygarry cemetery.

Congratulations to Kathleen Smith SRN Drumbo who obtained her certificate of Nursing at Baggott Street Hospital. She is only daughter of Matt Smith Senior Clerical Officer Cavan County Council and Elizabeth Smith. Drumbo.

Over 300 donations at visit of the Blood Transfusion Unit where Dr Michael Davitt grandson of the great Michael Davitt (Land League) was in charge. Arrangements were in the capable hands of Major PJ McDonagh Organiser Cavan Red Cross. Certificates were later awarded to the following Red Cross Home Nursing  Mrs E Breslin Ms R Connolly L Leonard C Dunn Carmel McDonald M Newman P Sheridan E Smith K Smith and M Smith First Aid Betty Breslin Mrs C O Connell Miss M Smith Miss Corina Flood Miss L Leonard M/s S Connollty M Lennon S McGovern Bobby Simpson George Simpson K Walsh.

June 26th 1954 Breffni Park Draw 1^st and £20 Louis Blessing 2^nd £5 Miss Geelan C/o The Regal 3^rd £2 Steve Duggan Agricultural College Ballyhaise 3 Prizes of £1 Mona Keenan Church Street Mr M O Carroll Saint Jude’s Cavan P Conlon Pearse Street. Promoter’s Prize £2 Tommy Young Ashe Street.

Josephine Keegan sister of Mrs JP Keegan Saint Phelim’s Place perishes in Carlingford Bay tragedy. Funeral to Dean’s Grange Cemetery.

New Bantam Refuse Lorry for Cavan Urban Council costing over £1,100 and possessing a 16 horse power engine with a tank capacity of 7 cubic yards. Will assist in the cleaning of the town daily and operate on refuse collection 3 days a week in the different areas of the town.

Presentation to Garda Hugh Sweeney on his retirement after 32 years service to the Force with the final 7 years in Cavan. He served in Shinloe Drumshanbo County Leitrim Riverstown County Sligo and is a native of Churchill County Donegal.

Harry O Connell off 20 with 67 wins the Captain’s Dr M Cooney’s Prize at County Cavan Golf Club 2^nd J Rogers (14) 68 3^rd E Timmoney (18) 68. Best Gross was returned by Jack Binchey playing off 6 with 76. There was a record entry of 67 and tea and refreshments was provided by Mrs Cooney helped y member of the Ladies Committee. John F O Hanlon in returning thanks to the Captain Dr Cooney and his wife and family for a splendid day welcomed back the Club professional Phil Lawlor who was making his first appearance after a serious operation. He also thanked Hugh Maguire Green keeper on the excellent condition of the Course.

Kathleen Sullivan Lady Captain’s Prize at County Cavan Golf Club 1^st Mrs A F McDonald (16) with 75. Handicap of 25 and Under  Dorie Smith (15) 81. Handicap 26 and Over Mrs R B Hickey (36) 80.

July 3rd 1954 Irish Press to publish new evening paper entitled ‘The Evening Press’ from their offices and printing press at Burgh Quay.

Mary M Brady is once again unanimously elected Chairman of Cavan Urban Council at their AGM in the Town Hall. .She was proposed by Tom Fitzpatrick Fine Gael and seconded by Gerry Kelly Fianna Fail. Pat McDonnell a member of Clann na Poblachta was elected Vice Chairman.

Jim Rafter has a hole in one at the 154 yards second hole at County Cavan Golf Club.

Terney Smith Butlersbridge is home on holiday staying with his sister Mrs O Reilly Athbara House while Jim Burke is back in College Street after 27 years in the USA.James and Michael Dunne from the USA are spending a holiday with their parents and family in Behey.

Sympathy is extended to Kathleen Sullivan wife of Dr Jack Sullivan on the death of her mother Anne O Sullivan in Ballylongford County Kerry.

Death of Robert Mee Inishmore Butlersbridge. Very Rev W H Shire officiated at the funeral from Cavan Parish Church to Kilmore cemetery.

Funeral of Katherine Deane wife of Bernard Deane Dew Drop Inn. Funeral from Saint Aidan’s Church Butlersbridge to Urney cemetery.

July 10th 1954 Brian Moyles Ken Browne and Aidan Foynes all members of the Butlersbridge County Minor Championship team are included in the Cavan team to play a star studded Down in the Ulster Minor Semi Final in Castleblayney.The Cavan Seniors will take on Tyrone in the Ulster Senior Semi Final on the same bill.

Untimely death of Francis Murray Tullac Mongan. Very popular man he leaves a wife and large family. Coffin draped in the tricolour-Francis was a member for many years of the Irish army. The O N E formed a guard of Honour at the well attended funeral in the Cathedral. Father JJ O Reilly Adm officiated at the funeral from the
Cathedral to Cullies.

J P Mansfield and Molly Finegan win the President’s John F O Hanlon’s Prize at County Cavan Golf Club scoring 74 nett 2^nd was Seamus Gilheaney and Miss K Reilly with the same score but inferior back 9. Tea was provided by Mr O Hanlon’s daughter Joan and a  number of lady members of the Club. Concealed Prize was won by W R Reardon. There was a record turn out of 62 members.

July 17th 1954 Cavan scrape past Tyrone 3-10 to 2-10 in the Ulster Senior Semi Final in Castleblayney and will now play the holders Armagh in the Ulster Final in Clones. As expected Down comprehensively beat Cavan 3-4 to 0-4 in a one sided Ulster Minor Semi Final.

Breffni Park Draw 1^st and £20 Sean Keogan C/o Leonard’s (Sean is a star footballer with Cavan and Cavan Slashers) 2^nd £5 Jackie Agnew Emmett Place 3^rd and £2 P J Leddy Drumurray.

Faster cleaner gentler with the clothes -Hover does it better at Smyth’s 60 Min Street Cavan.

Dom Celestine Cullen eldest son of Surgeon Bertie and Maura Cullen is ordained into the Benedictine Order at Glenstal Abbey by the Bishop of Cashel Dr Kinane. The following day Dom Celestine celebrated his first Mass in Glenstal. On Tuesday he celebrated his first public Mass in Saint Felim’s Hospital where his father is Physician. On Wednesday he celebrated Mass in the Cathedral where the congregation each received his first blessing. Father Cullen will return to Glenstal after a short holiday at home and will join the teaching staff at the Secondary School attached o the Monastery. First joined the Benedictines in 1946 at Glenstal where he received his secondary education. He later studied Philosophy and Theology in Belgium and Rome.

Doctor Brendan McGauran eldest son of Dr Anna and the late Dr Raymond McGauran Church Street is conferred with his Medical degree by Dr Alfred O Rahilly President of University College Cork. His father grandfather and great grandfather were all doctors and he has a number of siblings studying medicine at the moment.

Death of Paddy Neary well known Hackney Driver with Floods of Bridge Street where he worked for the last 17 years. He was one of the best known drivers in the Midlands. Worked in Cavan for over a quarter of  century. Father Charles Cartwright officiated at the funeral from the cathedral to Maghera cemetery.

July 24th 1954 Patrick F Baxter (Paddy) Saint Aidans Cavan is elected Cathaoirleacch (Chairman) of Senad Eireann .

New Parochial Committee formed following a meeting in the CYMS Hall with Father Jimmy O Reilly Adm Chairman. The purpose of the committee is to raise badly needed funds for the Parish including the installation of a Public Address System in the Cathedral and the upkeep and building of schools in the Parish. Money is urgently needed to outfit and equip the new school at Drumcrave which is under construction.

P J Rafferty Horticulture Instructor returns after a 13 day tour of Oars Versailles and Orleans where he studied the latest techniques in the growing of soft fruit apples pears and vegetables under frames organised by the Department of Foreign Affairs in Dublin.

A party of Boy Scouts from Cumbrai in the South of France under Canon Lefevobre are camping at Swellan Cavan and will leave to day by bicycle  for Ballyshannon on their tour of the Irish Coast line.

July 31st 1954 Death of Patrick Mc Carren Managing Director McCarren and Company Cavan at his residence Saint Helen’s Cavan at the age of 61. He had been ill for some time. Eldest son of the legendary Andrew McCarren J P Brookvale Cavan. He was educated privately and later at Blackrock College Dublin where he excelled academically and on the rugby field attaining captaincy of the Leinster Schools team in his final year. He was a moist decent cordial friendly man who had an encouraging word for everybody. He was deeply involved with the construction and fundraising for the new Cathedral ,the Committee of which his father had been the founder member back in 1917. He was President of Saint Patrick’s Conference Saint Vincent De Paul and a member of Saint Joseph’s Young Priests Society. Survived by his wife Margaret (Daisy) Nee Smith Carrigallen 5 daughters Mrs Campbell Mrs O Connor Helen Eileen Bernadette brothers Tom and Andrew sisters Sister Mary Paul Holy Rosary Sisters Killeshandra Margaret English Mrs Kiernan Ulster Bank House Carrigallen. Funeral following Requiem Mass in the Cathedral to Cullies cemetery. McCarren’s Factory was closed for 5 days as a mark of respect to the late Managing Director. Father Jimmy O Reilly Adm  assisted by Rev P Smyth CSSP (Nephew) officiated at the Funeral where the Cathedral was packed to capacity. Burial took place in Cullies cemetery.

Cavan win their 42^nd Ulster title beating Armagh (holders) 2-10 to 2-5 before 33,000 spectators at Clones in a tough uncompromising game. Cavan outstanding from the very start . Sherlock and the young Tom Maguire lorded it for Cavan at midfield winning 90 % possession for the challengers who now play Meath in the All Ireland semi final. On this display they will regain their All Ireland title last held in 1952. Cavan led by 2-6 to 1-3 at the interval. Scorers for Cavan Pat Carolan 1-2 Brian Gallagher 0-4 Gerry Keyes 1-1 Brendan Duignan 0-2 and Seamus Hetherton 0-1. Armagh scorers were Art O Hagan 1-4 J McBreen 1-0 Bill McCorry 0-1.

Parochial Committee 1954 Chairman Father James J O ReillyAdm Vice Chairman James Gilheaney NT Secretaries AJ O Brien and Tommy Smith Treasurer Barney Corr BDS.

Anna Donohoe daughter of John and Alice Donohoe Bridge Street qualifies as an SRN in Hove Hospital England.

Death of the incomparable Freddie Greene late of College Street in London. Native of Cavan town he was son of the late RN and Margaret Greene (Nee Maloney) College Street. His father was a Staff Reporter with the Anglo Celt. Tough hard nut Freddy had a heart of gold and was generous to a fault. Took an active part in the War of Independence 1920-1921.He served time in Ballykinlar and was first arrested at the age of 16 and later served 18 months in Newbridge Gaol. Outstanding boxer Freddy was a genuinely tough and fearless man and was the leading boxer with the old Cavan Boxing Club. He served with distinction with the British Army in Malta and was at one time missing reported dead. His death was announced in the Cathedral following the bombing of the barracks in Malta where Freddy was stationed to the great sorrow of his fellow towns people who always looked forward to his return from duty when he treated all and sundry to drinks and cigarettes until the money ran out and Freddy had to return to War. Freddy was later involved in the bitter hard fought battle for Crete and escaped miraculously when the Germans took over the island. His older brother Brendan later to marry Betty Ronaghan was taken a prisoner of War in Italy in 1942 and survived the long march across Poland to Germany in 1944 .Sergeant Brendan later returned to Cavan to live out his life on the Main Street. Freddy Green is survived by his brothers Kevin and Brendan sister Ada and his first cousins of the Smyth family 60 Main Street Cavan and the McConnell family Ashe Street. Burial took place in London.

New Cavan Accordion Band 1954 formed following a well attended meeting in the Railway Hotel. Chairman Kevin McDermott Vice Chairman Des Jenkins Treasurer Peter Kinsella Secretary Paddy Woods.

August 7^th1954 Breffni Park Draw 1^st £20 John F O Hanlon Farnham Street 2^nd £5 Margaret Gaffney C/o Tommy Hughes The Post Office 3^rd £2 Mary Ann McKiernan C/o The Surgical Hospital 3 prizes of £1 Eugene Monahan Main Street Sean Foynes Butlersbridge and Bella Power Coleman Road.

Surprise defeat for Cavan in the All Ireland Semi Final at Croke Park when Meath  exacted full revenge for their 1952 Final defeat when beating the Breffni men 1-5 to 0-7. Meath will now play the winners of the second Semi Final Galway or Kerry in the All Ireland Senior Final. Meath were totally outclassed in the first half but their dogged determination and never say die attitude kept them in the game despite Sherlock and Maguire lording it at midfield. But for the defensive work of Michael Paddy O Brien and Micheal McConnell their cause would have been lost at half time when Cavan only led by 4-1.Then came the news that the star of the Cavan team Victor Sherlock was injured and unable to resume at half time. With time almost up Cavan on their last attack were awarded a 35 yards free dead straight in front of the Canal goal but after Meath had engaged in a prolonged bout of gamesmanship orchestrated by their County Board Chairman Father Tully causing a delay of over 5 minutes ,Brian Gallagher drove inches wide. Scorers for Cavan Brian Gallagher 0-3 Seamus Hetherton  Pat Carolan Brendan Duignan and Gerry Keyes 0-1 each. Meath scorers Brian Smith 1-0 Paddy Meegan 0-2 Peter McDermott Micheal Grace and Tommy O Brien 0-1 each.

John Rodgers Leonard’s Drapery is the winner of a massive £1,000 in the Sunday People Spot The Ball Competition. Popular member of County Cavan Golf Club.

Death of Tommy Montgomery Senior Derrawinna. Founder of the famous Montgomery and Company Market Square who dealt in scrap feathers berries eggs and have an extensive car hire firm. He was father of the present Managing Director Tommy Central Market .Survived by his family Rev J Montgomery Garvary Rectory Enniskillen Dr James Montgomery Rhodesia Richard (Dick)  and Mrs M Jackson Farnham Street. Burial took place in Kilmore cemetery following Service in Kilmore Cathedral.

Cavan Accordion Band first outing in Lisdarn Hospital where they entertained the patients and staff and later in the week entertained the nuns and orphans in the Poor Clare Convent before parading the town. On the 15^th August they were the star attraction at Ballyconnell Sports and scoped first prize in the Marching Band section.

Sean Breen beats Patsy Connolly 6-4 6-3 to win the Junior Boys Open Championship at the Pavilion Lawn Tennis Club where there was an entry of 22. Girls Junior Championship Betty Brady Cavan beats June Wade Navan 6-4 6-3 and there was an entry of 16. Boy’s Handicap Eamonn Marron beat John Gear 6-3 3-6 6-2 and there was an entry of 22.

Sarah Cullen Assistant County Librarian passes her 1^st exam in Cataloguing and Classification Procedures at the Library Association of Ireland.

County Cavan Golf Club Saint Joseph’s Young Priests Society Cavan August 14^th 1953 County Council Cavan Urban Council Cavan County Committee of Agriculture are among the organisations extending sympathy to Margaret and the McCarren family on the death of Patrick MD McCarren and Company.

Old IRA Memorial to be unveiled at the Courthouse this Sunday.

Death of the legendary Bridie M Smith Brady Historian and writer after a long illness borne with customary courage and fortitude. Native of Castletara she particularly loved the Shantemon Mountain area and many of her poems and writings were based in that area. Gifted writer from her youth she penned ‘The Cockhill Road’ when a teenager and was a regular contributor to the Anglo Celt and Breffni Antiquarian Society and edited and contributed to Poet’s Corner in the Anglo Celt. In his tribute Playwright Joe O Reilly lauds Bridie M Smith Brady as a lady of fantastic imagination who could pick an incident out of ancient Irish History and bring it alive in vibrant colour and verse. She joined the Anglo Celt in the Accounts Department in 1905 before going to an Accountancy firm to study Accountancy rejoining the Anglo Celt in 1933. She was married to E Brady NT Ballyhaise who died early in life and lived most of her life with her brother Matt (Staff Officer Cavan County Council) and sister in Law Elizabeth Smith Drumbo where she died last Wednesday after a long illness borne great courage and resignation to God’s Will. She demanded loyalty from those around her and in turn was a good and faithful colleague in whom her friends could confide with confidence and be counselled wisely. She was a well known local Archaeologist and was frequently consulted by experts from the National Museum. Bridie M was a very humble religious charitable and cultured lady. She was aunt of PJ McCafrey Anglo Celt and later ‘Hole in the Wall’ Pub Phoenix Park Dublin. The Funeral from the cathedral was one of the biggest and most representative ever seen where all classes and creeds shoed their respects to a great Cavan personality. Burial took place in Killygarry Cemetery.

August 21st 1954 Outcry at Cavan County Council over the continuing practice of the local Banks to close from 1-2 on the day of the monthly fair leaving customers queuing and waiting for cash to complete their transaction. It was mentioned that in Monaghan the Banks closed from 11-12 and that this was much more suitable than the present arrangement in Cavan where they literally closed when most needed. Paddy Conaty proposed and MR Cassells seconded a proposal to forward to the Banks to adapt the same hours during the Cavan Fair as they exercised in Monaghan.

Final arrangements for the 54^th Cavan Show appointing Stewards and Collectors and prohibiting all cars from entering the Show grounds. Present were PN Smith Chairman M/S D O Brien George Morris K Kemp J Byrne R Quinlan and RS Black Senior.

Peggy Raftery is the only girl to achieve Honours in the Leaving Certificate at Loreto College Cavan. Peggy got Honours in Irish English French History and a Pass in Latin Geography and Mathematics.

Death of John F Conaty Annagelliffe on Wednesday after delivering milk to the town as was his norm for the last long number of years. Distinguished member of Cavan Committee of Agriculture. He was an expert in all things got to do with the land and the advancement of the farming community both at local and national level. He was father of Paddy Conaty Fianna Fail member of Cavan Urban Council and Cavan County Council. The funeral was one of the biggest  ever seen in Cavan with many people travelling long distances to be present.

Sympathy is extended to the Fitzpatrick Family and to Patricia O Reilly Insurance Broker on the death of their mother Grace  relict of John Fitzpatrick former Head of the Gas Company in Abbey Street. Funeral following Mass in the Cathedral to Glasnevin Cemetery.

Sister Jacinta is installed into the Our Lady of Fatima Order at the Church of the Most Holy Redeemer Alphonsus Road Dublin in the presence of her father and mother Edward and Elizabeth Kinsella (Nee Reilly) and other members of her family. She is the second eldest of the Kinsella family Tullac Mongan Cavan.

Corporal Mervyn Cinnamond British RAF stationed in Cornwall is on 40,000 mile tour of the Pacific. Stopping off in Ceylon New Zealand Fiji and Australia. Educated at Cavan Number 1 School The Royal School Cavan, Mervyn first worked with his cousins the Pollocks in The County Cavan Stores before joining the RAF in 1946. He has served in Germany and Gibraltar and is based in Wales. Mervyn is son of Edward and Mrs Cinnamond Church Street.

Death of Sister M Therese Kennedy at Loreto College. Native of Ballyferriter Dingle County Kerry. She was a member of the Loreto Order for the last 14 years. Bishop Quinn Presided at the Solemn Requiem Mass in the Convent Chapel where Father Pat Brady Saint Patrick’s College was Deacon Father PJ Gargan Sub Deacon with burial later in the adjoining graveyard.

Marian Year pilgrimage to Saint Mary’s Ballyhaise with bus fare 1 shilling return is very well patronised. Benediction imparted by Bishop Quinn at the end of the ceremony on the feast of the Immaculate Heart of Mary with each pilgrim receiving a Plenary Indulgence. Further pilgrimages to Ballyhaise are planned before the end of Marian Year 1954.

Hubert Duffy son of Paddy and Anna Duffy Owen Roe Terrace Cavan tops the Honours List at Saint Patrick’s College. Hubert a brilliant pupil scored honours in Irish Latin Greek English Physics and Chemistry with a Pass in Mathematics. Daniel Gallogly Ballinamore is credited with Honours in Irish English Latin Pass in Maths Physics and Chemistry. Matty Connolly achieves 2 Honours, Brian Corr had an Honourable Honour in Irish. 41 students sat the Leaving and there was 5 Honours and 33 passes.

August 28^th 1954 Hohner Accordions. “Keep the party going indoor and outdoor with a Hohner Accordion from Smyth’s 60 Main Street Cavan”.

Aidan Madden beats J P Mansfield 3 and 2 in the Final of the O Hanlon Cup for Handicappers 18 and over.

Mr and Mrs Thomas Smith 3 Colman Road celebrate the Golden Jubilee of their Marriage with Mass in the Convent Chapel celebrated by Father Jimmy O Reilly Adm followed by a Reception in the house. They originally had 21 children and there are 2 sons and 7 daughters still alive. They now have 29 grand children and 3 great grand children.Mr Smith is a veteran of the Boer War and was later Weigh master in the Market Yard for 48 years. Present at the Golden Jubilee celebrations were the surviving sons Hugh and Tony daughters Ettie Doyle Mary McCluskey Mr and Mrs Peter Heller with their 2 children from the USA.

Paddy Smith Chairman of Cavan County Council seconded by Dan McDonald on behalf of the Council and Staff extends sympathy to the wife and family of the late John Maguire Clerical Officer with Cavan County Council. All present standing .

Valerie McClelland Connolly Street follows in the footsteps of her brother Ivan by winning a Day Scolarship to the Royal School.

Linus McDonald Main Street is the lucky winner of £60 in the Gael Linn Draw.

September 4^th 1954 4 Kilmore patients are back in Lisdarn after a gruelling pilgrimage to Lourdes for the Marian Year. Travelling by sea and train 2 of the Monaghan patients died during the long trip Mary McGuiness (26) Smithboro and Matthew Duffy Castleblayney. The patients were accompanied by MA Cooney County Medical Officer of Health and Nurses M McManus Matron McGovern Galligan and Keogan.

Cootehill the new power in Cavan football retain their title with a 1-13 to 1-3 drubbing of Mullahoran in a desperately one sided and disappointing County Final at Breffni Park. Junior Champions in 1952 Cootehill retained their Senior crown which they won for the first time last year. Record Gate of £203 -15-9—

 £4 up on last year. Cootehil led by 1-8 to 0-1 at the interval. They beat both Cornafean and Lavey on their way to the Final. On this display they will dominate Cavan football for many years to come. Scorers for Cootehill Celtic Gerry Curran 1-3 Brian Gallagher 0-5 Gerry Keyes 0-2 Charlie Gallagher A Carragher 0-1 each. Scorers for a desperately disappointing Mullahoran Dreadnoughts Jack Boylan 1-1 Brian O Reilly and John Brady 0-1 each.

Cavan Boy Scouts return from 2 weeks camping holiday in Enniscrone under Scoutmaster John Donohoe and Acting Troop Chaplain Father Torlac O Reilly. The holiday was a great success with swimming in the sea twice  day football and games in the sand hills. The 40 members returned by private cars supplied by the parents fit and bronzed.

Joe Gilchrest a native of Drumbo dies in Australia. Active member of the old IRA he emigrated to Australia at an early age and never returned home. Sympathy is extended to his brothers sister and other relatives.

Richard Black breaks his leg playing soccer at Kilmore. On enquiry at the Hospital it was reported that Richard was making a full recovery.

September 11^th 1954 KLM flight from  Amsterdam to New York dives into Shannon Estuary just seconds after a 10 minute refuelling at Shannon Airport. There was 46 passengers and 10 crew on board and miraculously 22 passengers and 7 crew survived when the plane embedded itself on a mud bank in the Estuary. Unfortunately 28 people lost their lives-no Irish on board.

54^th Cavan Show draws a record crowd on a perfect day to Cavan Showgrounds.There was a record entry of over 2,200 in all categories. Entries were up 100 on last year. Results Whole Wheat Bread Mrs JG Kennedy 29 Cathedral Road 2^nd Myrtle Henderson Medical Hall Church Street 3^rd Mrs James Dawson Keadue Lodge Cavan. Plate of Pastries Nancy Wall Saint Anne’s Cavan Currant Cake Mrs Brigid Kavanagh 22 Wolfe Tone Street 2^nd Mrs J Brady Main Street 3^rd Mrs Thomas Brady 10 College Street. Soda Bread Mrs J Brady Main Street 2^nd Brigid Kavanagh 22 Wolfe Tone Street. Griddle Bread Myrtle Henderson 2^nd Mrs RS Black 9 Aynsley Terrace Cavan.Sanwich Cake (Jam)1^st Mrs Myrtle Henderson 2nd Mrs Mary McEntee 73 Church Street. Potato Cake Miss May Fitzpatrick Glenair Cathedral Road 2^nd Mrs B Pratt Drumconnick 3^rd Mrs Jim Cherry Cloverhill.Gooseberry Jam Mrs Halpin Ford Lodge 2^nd Mrs JJ Kenny Legaland.Strawberry Jam Mrs JJ Kenny Legaland Black Currant Jam 1^st and 2^nd Mrs Ned Cinnamond Church Street. Marmalade Jam Mrs Alice McConnell Ashe street. Raspberry Jam Mrs Jams Dawson Keadue Lodge 2^nd Myrtle Henderson 3^rd Mrs FW Swan County Hotel. Rhubarb Jam 1^st Kathy Mallon College Street. Fine Lace Mrs Rose Brady 1 Urney Terrace. Tea Cloth Mrs Kathleen S McKenna Main Street. Embroidery on Cotton Mrs Belder Pratt Drumconnick.

Cork beat Wexford 1-9 to 1-6 in a titanic Hurling Final before a record attendance of 84,856 who paid record gate receipts of £10,657. The attendance was a staggering 13,000 larger than the previous record. Cork forward Christy Ring won his 8^th All Ireland medal.

The Government spent £23,984,000 on Social Welfare in 1953.£8,766,000 for Old Age Pension £4413 for Children’s allowance £1,452,000 for Widows and Orphans and £1,437,000 for Unemployment Assistance. The total bill for administering the service was £813,000.

Michael N Conlon  former Town Clerk Cavan Urban Council and Staff Officer Department of Health Louth County Council is appointed Town Clerk of Ennis County Clare. Outstanding tennis gaelic football hurling exponent he is a former member of the Pavilion Musical Society.

Holiday time in Cavan with L Byrne holidaying with his brother Jack after 15 years in New York. SM Coyle from New Jersey holidaying with his sister Kathy Marron Cathedral Road.

Death of Annie Burns relict of Patrick Annagelliffe in Saint Phelim’s Hospital. Extremely popular and very religious lady. Funeral from Saint Brigid’s Cemetery to the adjoining cemetery.

Death of Emily Reid at the residence of her daughter Mrs Shannon Main Street Kingscourt. Outstanding exhibitor at Cavan Show she won many prizes for her produce and flower arranging. Sympathy is extended to her husband and family. Funeral from Cavan Parish Church to Kilmore cemetery.

New Nurses Home adjacent to the Surgical Hospital (McMullin’s House ‘Inis Fail’) will accommodate the entire Nursing Staff of 16 and 2 Radiographers.

Death of the very popular and very religious and charitable Nora Murray Cathedral Road. She was wife of Joe Murray Garda Superintendent and was one of Cavan’s most popular and best known figures. Native of Bundoran she had been ill for a long time and bore her illness with great fortitude and courage. Her funeral from the Cathedral was one of the largest ever seen in the town. Burial took place in Killygarry cemetery. Mr P Lavery District Justice was represented at the Funeral by P Hoey District Court Clerk.

Raymond Brady eldest son of Maurice and Kay Brady Upper Main Street tops the Honours List with 7 Honours in the Intermediate Certificate at Saint Patrick’ College.

September 18th 1954 Coalition Government begin to pull back on their promise to locate a new County Hospital  at Keadue Cavan.T F O Higgins Minister for Health meets a deputation from Cavan County Council. Later it emerges that no action will be taken on the erection of the Hospital until 1959 at the earliest. More and more it would seem from the columns of the Anglo Celt at this period it was “To Hell or to Cavan” as far as successive Ministers for Health and  Governments were concerned.

Lourdes Shrine at Drung Church donated by wealthy Dublin business man Patrick J Brady in memory of his parents and family is unveiled by the Bishop of Kilmore Austin Quinn at a largely attended ceremony at Drung Church. The contractors were Smith and Reilly Ballyhaise under the supervision of Paddy Gaffney BE. The Sculptures by JA Degini and Son Dublin. The gates and surround were made and erected by Corry’s Bailieboro.The ceremony was relayed on the Public Address by Smyth’s 60 Main Street Cavan who also did the entire electrical wiring at Drung Church where Tommy McCormack Tullac Mongan and Jimmy Mallon Owen Roe were in charge of operations.

Cavan Haps win the Junior Divisional Final when they beat old foes Ballyhaise 2-7 to 1-4 at Ballyhaise on Sunday. The Harps led by 1-2 to 0-4 at half time .The Harps completely dominated the second half and Tommy Sheridan  0-2 Paddy Brady goal Petsie Lawlor  and Cathal Young 0-1 added to the total.

Cavan Rugby Club 1954 President George V Maloney Secretary Cyril Anderson Treasurer F Hall Match Secretary Dessie Tweedy Captain Garrett Cooney Vice Captain Norman Cinnamond. Thanks is voted to John Anderson Royal School for the playing field Anglo Celt for publicity and Ulster Arms for facilities on match days Red Cross for attending all the home games Arthur McLoughlin for refereeing many of the home games. Committee M Donnelly A McLoughlin F Lynott C Fay Richard S Black Senor. First game of the Season is against Enniskillen.

Maire Donlon Saint Phelim’s Place tops the Intermediate Honours List at Loreto College with Honours in Irish English Latin French Mathematics History and Geography Music. Pass in Drawing. Maidre was closely followed by Tullyco native Nancy Brady with Honours in Irish English French History and Geography Pass in Drawing and Latin.

Closing Down Sale at County Cavan Stores owned by the Pollock family for many years now owned by the Porter’s from Clones. There are give away bargains in every department. W H Woolworth have bought the Store and will commence trading shortly.

Breffni Park Draw 1^st £20 Donal Brady White Star 2^nd £5 Mrs Fay Owen Roe Terrace 3^rd £2 Felix McElhane C/o Sullivan’s .3 prizes of £1 Steve Duggan Ballyhaise College Deidre Malone Gaelic House Mrs Maguire Wolfe Tone Street Promoter’s Prize £2 Mick Foynes Butlersbridge.£3,751 in prizes paid to date.

Parochial Bazaar in Town Hall with valuable prizes donated by local traders. Door to door collection for Parochial funds will be taken up each week from the end of the month.

20 tons of hay destroyed at Saint Patrick’ College despite early arrival of the Fire Brigade under Phil Wright with Aidan Madden Captain. The alarm was raised by Patrick Smith Steward at the college.

Orders made by County Manager Dermot McCarthy Susan Smith Carrickaboy to be cook with full accommodation and board at Nurses Home £34 per annum. Anne Smith from Carrickaboy and Mary J McCabe Tunnyduff be appointed Wardsmaids in Cavan Surgical Hospital at £60 per annum. Frank O Keefe and Dick Mulcahy appointed Drivers with Cavan Fire Brigade at £25 per annum.Helen Halligan Clerical Officer Cavan County Council to replace John V Kelly in Taxation Office. Collette McSherry 9 Saint Felim’s Place be appointed Clerk Typist at £160 per annum rising to £275 with the usual allowances.

September 25^th 1954 Awaiting entries from Library

October 2nd 1954 Four Cavan men in collision with a car driven by 19 year old French student Dominic Pratt with an address t Fitzwilliam Square Dublin in the Phoenix Park while returning from the All Ireland Final at 8 pm on Sunday evening. The occupants were rushed to Dr Stevens Hospital where C Miney Rossa Place Carpenter  Paddy Brady UDC Saint Phelim’s Place and John Reilly Main Street Cavan was detained in Hospital suffering from had injuries. The French student was later convicted of speeding and dangerous driving causing injury.

Eugene Monahan 56 Upper Main Street is appointed Agent for Morgan Cal Importers.

Breffni Park Draw 1^st £20 Frank Carroll Creighan Terrace 2^nd £5 May McConnell Ashe Street 3^rd £2 Charley O Rourke Town hall Street Prizes of £1 each to Mel Doherty Saint Brigid’s Terrace Mrs McEntee College Street and Cyril McGovern Swellan. Promoter’s Prize £2 Joe O Rourke Town Hall Street.

Meath beat a listless out of sorts Kerry team 1-13 to 1-7 to win their 2^nd All Ireland at Croke Park Dublin. Meath tore into the fray as if their very lives depended on the outcome while Kerry seemed to be surprised at the ferocity of the exchanges and never got to grips with the game. To rub salt in the wound Dublin beat Kerry in the All Ireland Minor Final with a goal in the very last second to leave the final score Kerry 2-3 Dublin 1-8.

Dr M Viney Bishop of Rhodes is staying in the Farnham Hotel while he looks up his Cavan roots. He is also planning to go to Donegal where the family originated.

Death of Mrs Mary McCullough Rosculligan.She was relict of John and a member of the Quinn family, she was one of the oldest and most respected residents in the town. Sympathy is extended to her sons daughters and reltives.Funeral from the Cathedral to Cullies cemetery.

Death of Patrick Cosgrove at the residence of his sister ‘The Bungalow ‘Keadue Lane. He returned from the USA after many years just a few short years ago. Funeral from Saint Aidan’s Butlersbridge to the New cemetery.

Death of Michael Brady Upper Main Street and late of Lisatoo Stradone. Came to live in the town after he retired. Funeral from Laragh Church to the adjoining cemetery.

Father Eugene Ward conducts a 5 day Retreat for member of the Legion of Mary in the Poor Clare Convent Chapel with sessions morning and evening. The mission concludes with Solemn Benediction and Papal Blessing.

Capacity attendances at Harvest Thanksgiving in Methodist Church with Rev W S Dale and W S Callaghan officiating. Myrtle Henderson was on the organ and Rev G D Slath the Preacher.

WA Ryan Halifax Nova Scotia is staying with his friends Mr and Mrs Vincent Cullen whom he met while the Cullens were out visiting their daughter Mrs W Purcell in Canada. Just retired after 44 years he was Treasurer of the Irish Canadian Society which is in existence since 1786.

K Askins Danesfort wins prizes at the Royal Horticultural Show for her fine display of dahlias and flower arrangements.

Very successful Fashion Show in the Town Hall by Vera Brady Auburn House as she unveils the Autumn Fashions for 1954. All the clothes are Irish manufactured and designed. Models from the Betty Whelan Agency captivated the capacity attendance.

Paul Ronan Printing Department Anglo Celt is presented with a hefty wallet of notes to mark his retirement after 50 years service to the Anglo Celt by WP O Hanlon Managing Director in the Farnham Hotel. Tributes are paid to Paul by Jimmy Donoghue Linotype Operator and legend Gerry Kelly UDC Rotary Engineer. Later the staff and management joined in musical items and mirth.

Cavan Bridge N/S Una Brennan and J M Breen E/W Mr Moynihan and Mr Mansfield.

Barry Cullen 2^nd son of  Mr and Mrs Surgeon Cullen marries Ann eldest daughter of J P Black Clones at The Pro Cathedral Marlborough Street Dublin.

October 9^th 1954 A branch of Northern Insurance with MP O Carroll Manager opens at 99 Main Street Phone Cavan 162.

Big sales drive for newly launched  Astor Cigarettes costing 1/- for 10 and 2/- for 20.

Dympna Maloney daughter of George V and Eileen Farnham Street weds John McNicholas son of Brigid and the late Patrick McNicholas Foxford County Mayo at University Church Stephen’s Green Dublin. Papal blessing was imparted after Nuptial Mass.

Breffni Park Draw 1^st and £20 Steve Duggan Ballyhaise College 2^nd John Reilly Derrylena Butlersbridge 3^rd £2 Eddie Maguire 19 Saint Brigid’s Terrace Cavan Prizes of £1 to Mr Ryan Abbey Street Rev T Canon McCormack South Wales and BF Kiernan Carrigallen.Promoter’s Prize Joe O Rourke Market Square.

According to the most recent Census the population of the Republic of Ireland is 2,933,000.

Peggy Donegan Tullac Mongan Mary Walsh Keadue Peggy Smith (Shop Assistant) Betty Brady Susan Coyle and Jack Smith (Irish Agent for McCarren’s) are all on board the SS George as it sails out of Cobh for the USA. All are emigrating to New York.

Harvest Thanksgiving at Cavan Parish Church on Friday and Sunday nights. Service conducted by CM Kenna Rector Church of Ireland Edgeworthstown assisted by GN Cave and Rev Canon JM McBrien. Soloist was Oliver Black with the legendary Mrs Daniels Drumard House on the organ.

Cavan Players present ‘Is The Priest at Home’ by Joseph Tumulty produced by Dr FPE Smith for the coming season of Drama Festivals.

The State benefits to the tune of an incredible £23 million from the sale of cigarettes in 1953. Income Tax was £20,214000 Excise duty on beer and spirits £5.60 million Duty on Petrol £6.8 million.

Carmel McDonald and Frankie Cinnamond win the first Badminton competition of the new season at Cavan Pavilion Club.

October 16th 1954 Tom F O Higgins Minister for Health on a visit to Cavan hints at problems with funding for the new Hospital at Keadue Cavan. Later back in Dublin the Minister confirms that the Hospital Project for Cavan has been postponed until 1959!

Death of James Meehan Wolfe Tone Street well known pig dealer in the area. He spent many years in Canada before returning to his native Cavan town. Father PJ Gargan officiated at the funeral from the Cathedral to Cullies cemetery.

CYMS Whist Drive Top Score MJ Clarke Swellan 1^st Lady Mrs Sloan Ballinagh 2^nd Mary McGovern Church Street 1^st Gent P Murray Tullac Mongan 2^nd Gent PJ Masterson Cornafean and Frank Tully (Tie).

Cavan Bridge Club 1954 President Surgeon BT Cullen Captain John M McBreen Secretary JP Mansfield Treasurer Dermot Morgan Committee Rev Sean O Reilly Saint Patrick’s College William Browne MA and Mr Moynihan.

October 23^rd 1954 TP McKenna Mullagh last July gave up his job as a Banker in Dublin when informed that he was being transferred to the Ulster Bank in Killeshandra. Despite the outcry from his family who were totally opposed to TP going into the professional theatre he is making a big name for himself with Anew McMaster at the Pyke Theatre playing second lead to McMaster in 3 Shakespearian plays Horatio in Hamlet Horbensio in The Taming of the Shrew Albany in King Lear. Educated at Saint Patrick’s College where he came under the tuition of the legendary Father Vincent Kennedy he was a star of the annual Gilbert and Sullivan operas staged by the College in the Town Hall. Passed his leaving certificate with distinction in 1948 he was later recruited by the Ulster Bank and worked in Dublin. Member of the Rathmines and Rathgar Musical Society he was also a member of the Dublin Shakespearian Society and toured all over the country presenting Shakespearian plays to schools and colleges that were on the Leaving Certificate Curriculum.TP is finding it a big change to adapt from being an amateur actor to the professional ranks saying that attitude and demands from the professional ranks are very exacting. TP is son of Ralph McKenna Mullagh grandson of TP McKenna MP former Chairman of Cavan County Council. He is a cousin of PJ O Reilly State Solicitor Bailieborough and Father Torlac O Reilly Saint Patrick’s College Cavan.

Death of Elizabeth Miney Rossa Place wife of Thomas Miney and mother of a very large family. She was a daily Communicant and a life long member of  the Sodality. Rev AB McGrath officiated at the funeral from the Cathedral to Potahee.

Charles O Rourke son of Frank and Teresa O Rourke Market Square obtains his Engineering degree with Honours at UCD. Charlie has been appointed to the staff of Dublin Corporation.

New Boxing Club for Cavan town ‘Breffni Boxing Club’ with President Father PJ Gargan Chairman Dr FPE Smith Vice Chairman A ‘Sandy’ Gordon Secretary Frank O Keeffe and Captain Sean ‘Spider’ Donohoe. Committee Harry Dale Bobby Gray Stan Mullery W Heavey Liam Bogue James Brady Dr R Walsh Trainer Sergeant Hennelly.

Death of Ellen (Nelly) Harper daughter of Mr and Mrs Harper Farnham Cavan. She was a Cashier in Tweedy Acheson’s before going to work in George Fagan’s. She emigrated to Wales in 1937 and joined the Women’s Royal Army Corps and later worked in the British War Office who were all represented at the funeral.

October 30^th 1954 County Manager’s Orders (Dermot McCarthy) Richard T McCarthy to be Clerk of Works at £10 per week with the usual allowances and conditions. Benny Conaty Connolly Street to supply stout to the Institutions at 7/9 per dozen and Soda Water (Bottled) at 5/1 per dozen. Sean Fitzpatrick’s Tunnyduff quote of £864-10-0 for the erection of the new Dispensary at Mountain Lodge to be accepted.

Among the winners in this week’s Breffni Park Draw are £5 S Marron Auburn House Aidan Foynes Butlesbridge and Mrs O Dowd Farnham Street £1 each.

GM Cooney son of County MOH Dr MA Cooney qualifies as a Solicitor –he is presently apprenticed to M Maguire Longford.

Mick Delahuanty enchants the capacity crowd at the annual Pavilion Dance in the Pavilion Ballroom which was beautiful decorated and there were many spot prizes for the dancers.

Death of  James McCusker Main Street after a long illness. He was the proprietor of the well known Hairdressing Salon in Main Street and for many years he ran a very successful Snooker Club at the back of the premises. Sympathy is extended to his wife family and other relatives. Father AB McGrath officiated at  the funeral from the Cathedral to Killygarry cemetery.

Private Liam Moore wins the Eastern Command 7^th Battalion light middle weight championships at Collin’s Barracks.

CYMS Whist Drive Top Score Mrs Donohoe Laragh 1^st Lady Mrs Eugene Smith Church Street 2^nd Lady Tie Mrs Arnold and Mary McGovern Church Street.1^st Gent P Brogan Butlersbridge 2^nd Gent Michael Clarke Swellan.

November 6^th 1954 Death of the well known highly respected William Weir 19 Breffni Terrace veteran of the Boer War, he also fought in the First World War 1914-1918. Father JJ O Reilly Adm officiated at the funeral from the Cathedral to Cullies cemetery.

County Board Comaltas Ceoltori Na H Eireann formed at meeting in the Town Hall President Dr BJ Galligan Chairman S Duffy NT Arva Vice Chairman Miss M Fox Cavan Secretary Eileen McEidin Arva Assistant Secretary Brian Flynn Kilnaleck Joint Treasurers James McCabe Drumcrow and Andy Smith Lavey. The meting concluded with a well attended Ceilidhe in the Town Hall.

Cavan Bridge N/S Kathy Brady and Gerry Hunt E/W Kathleen Sullivan and JM Breen.

Cavan go down to Ballymena 15-3 in the first round of the Ulster Junior Cup at the Royal School grounds despite an early try from Norman Cinnamond that tied the game at 3-3 at the interval. Ballymena pack exerted their superiority in the second half Birt Balmer try and a penalty goal by Hamilton sealed the issue for Ballymena who will be a force in the remainder of the competition.

1^st Parochial Bazaar in 17 years a resounding success with prizes donated by local firms and all the ticket sellers canvassers collectors and stewards giving of their time freely and generously. Father Jimmy O Reilly Adm thanked everybody particularly MC Gerry Lovett for making the Bazaar such a great success.

Sympathy is extended to Matt Fay Licensed Vintner Upper Main Street on he death of his father in Straugh Ballyjamesduff. The deceased was if advanced years and very popular un the locality.

Death of Andy Ronaghan Town Hall Street after a long illness borne with courage and fortitude. Member of one of Cavan’s leading business families Andy worked in the Family Butcher’s Shop at Main Street opposite Bridge Street Corner for many years. He was eldest son of Mr and Mrs Charles Ronaghan Main Street. He is survived by his wife Christina and one young son Paddy sisters Mary Anne O Reilly Church Street Mrs B O Connor Main Street Sally O Rourke Saint Phelim’s Place and Betty Greene Main Street. Funeral from the Cathedral to Cullies cemetery.

Social and presentation o J P O Connell Hibernian Bank to mark his transfer as Manager to the Sligo Branch. He has served the Community in Cavan for the last 11 years. He was Chairman of the Cavan Players Assistant Secretary at County Cavan Golf Club Cavan Drama Festival and active member of the Saint Vincent De Paul and other Church charities and activities. He will be replaced by William Righill from the Sligo Branch of the Bank. The presentation on behalf of the Cavan Players to Mr and Mrs O Connell was made by Dr FPE Smith in the Farnham Hotel.

Presentation in the Pavilion to Noel and Kathleen Mullin and Dickey and Imelda Mullery to mark their recent marriages.

New Gramophone Society President William Browne MA Chairman Rev Robert McCabe Saint Patrick’s College Secretaries Tom McConville and Dr P Watters Treasurer Eugene Timmoney.

1^st Recital by Father Robert McCabe included Mozart in D Major and Schubert’s Unfinished Symphony.

November 27th 1954  Saint Patrick’s College Dublin Branch President Paul Galligan Chairman J Doren O Reilly PC Secretary Michael Gilheaney MSc Treasurer Patrick McDonald BE and Malachy Leamont.

Death of Andrew Geraghty Colman Road at the residence of his daughter Rosaleen Saint Phelim’s Place. Late of CIE where he spent 48 years of his life. Native of Westmeath he came to Cavan after school and apprenticeship and spent all of his adult life in Cavan town. Distinguished member of Cavan Urban Council for many years-he was a past Chairman and Vice Chairman of the body Funeral from the Cathedral to Killygarry cemetery.

Breffni Park Draw 1^st £20 Joe Finegan Main Street 2^nd £5 Mrs Anna McEntee 57 Min Street 3^rd £2 Annie Brady Town Hall Street £1 each to  Ann Moore C/o McCarren’s H Toney NT Lisboduff J Reilly Carrickaboy £2 Promoter’s Prize to  Tommy Reilly The Regal.

John Joe O Reilly College Street on his way to Chicago after Social and presentation to him by his many friends and neighbours in the Railway Hotel Cavan.

Death of Kathleen Cassells in London. She was a sister of Elizabeth McCormack 5 Saint Mary’s Terrace and aunt of Teddy McCormack Anglo Celt.

December 4^th 1954 Mary Donohoe LDS Church Street Bailieborough is appointed Dental Surgeon Cavan County Council. She was originally Assistant Dental Officer for schools in County Down.

Breffni Park Draw 1^st £20 Jim Leonard 2^nd £5 Valerie McCarren 3^rd £2 Phyllis Smith Main Street. Promoter’s Prize £2 William Bergin Abbey Street.

Pat Crowley and his Orchestra from Cork entertain a packed to capacity attendance in the Town Hall for the Bachelor’s Ball. Supper was later served in the Ulster Arms.

CYMS Whist  Top Score Mrs B Sloan Ballinagh 1^st Lady A Storey Swellan 2^nd Mrs Dowd Saint Phelim’s Place 1^st Gent Jimmy McCormack 5 Saint Mary’s Terrace 2^nd Gent Joe (Bendy) Fitzpatrick College Street.

Sir Winston Churchill celebrates his 80^th Birthday as the World salutes one of the truly great figures of the 20^th century. He appears on BBC TV for an interview before being received by Princess Elizabeth at Buckingham Palace. Both House of Parliament meet in Westminster Great Hall to present Winston with £150,000 which is only a small part of the donations to the Birthday Fund. Over 7,000 messages and telegrams from leaders all over the world including President Sean To O Kelly and the Pontiff Pius X11 are received.

December 11th 1954 Worst storm for years as the country is battered by gales rain and snow. Telephone and Electricity supplies disrupted. Many cars left the town for Knock to celebrate the close o the Marian Year. Only one car made it through leaving at 8:45 and returning at 8:15 on the 8^th December after attending all of the ceremonies in Knock. The River Annalee and Erne burst their banks.

Ailing Pope Pius X11 closes the Marian Year as millions tune into Vatican Radio in Rome on radio and television.

Newly formed Comaltas Ceoltori Eireann get off to a flying start by urging Cavan Urban Council not to let the Town Hall at the low rate to those promoting foreign and imported dance and music. The Council decide to discriminate between the various types of dances with Modern and Old Time to be charged at the higher rate while subsidising the Weekly Ceilidhe in the Town Hall !

Guinness and Company make an astounding profit of £5,862,496 up 23% on the corresponding period last year.

Cavan Urban Council total expenditure for the year is a modest £27,054. While there is general disquiet at the attitude of tenants adjoining the Protestant cemetery who are using the facility for grazing goats and have knocked huge holes in the perimeter fences allowing horses to be admitted to the cemetery despite the protests of the Haddock Family who are the Caretakers. Town Clerk is instructed to write to the tenants warning them of their trespassing.

County Cavan Golf Club 1955 President John F O Hanlon Captain Jack Sullivan Secretary Dermot Morgan for the 20^th consecutive year Assistant Secretary Dr FPE Smith. Committee Louis Blessing T Brady Dr MA Coney Dr BT Cullen Tom J Fitzpatrick Bob Henderson Jim Leonard MJ Magee Jim Rafter Edward T O Hanlon.Vote of thanks to the outgoing Captain Dr MA Cooney. Winners 1954 President’s Priize J Mansfield and Molly Finnegan Captain’s Prize Harry O Connell Dr Cullen Cup Dr RJ O Reilly O Hanlon Cup A Madden Farnham Cup Hubert Duffy.Ladies’ Section President’s Prize Minnie McCarren Captain’s Maureen McDonald and Senior Cup Kathleen Sullivan.

End of Marian Year Mass in McCarren’s Factory where the altar and surrounds were beautifully decorated and the celebrant was Father AB McGrath.

CYMS Whist Top Score Tommy Young Ashe Street 1^st Lady Kathleen Meehan Military Row 2^nd lady Miss Matthews 1^st Gent JJ Norry 2^nd Gent John Clarke Cavan

Bridge Club N/S Mr and Mrs Reardon E/W Kathleen Sullivan and Maureen McDonald.

Clive Anderson gives this week’s recital at the well attended an appreciative Cavan Gramophone Society. Next recital by Laurette Kiernan.

Cavan Urban Council is to build 50 additional 3 bedroom houses at Swellan under the Housing of Middle Classes Act 1946.This development when completed will bring to 270 the number of houses owned by Cavan UDC.

Death of Joseph Grey Lisnageer Cootehill at Rossa Place. He was uncle of Robert Grey Building Contractor Drumnavanagh. He was a Master Joiner by trade. Funeral from Methodist Church Cloverhill to Aughnamullen cemetery County Monaghan.

December 18th 1954 Cavan Christmas Tree 1954 Chairman Jimmy Finlay Treasurer Tommy Reilly Secretary Frank O Keeffe. Santa will arrive on the Fire Tender attended by member of Cavan Fire Brigade under Captain Aidan Madden. He will then distribute gifts to over 400 children in the Town Hall.

Congratulations to JP McMullin FRCSI eldest son of  Surgeon JC McMullin formerly of Cavan Surgical Hospital who has been admitted as a Fellow of the Royal College of Surgeons England. Surgeon McMullin is on the staff of Saint Elizabeth’s Hospital London.

Cavan Accordion Band 1955  Chairman Garda Nolan Vice Chairman Joseph McCabe Treasurer Louis Mallon Secretary Hubert Duffy Committee Sergeant Hennelly Patrick Woods  Garda Oates Patrick Marron Louis Ronan and Kevin McDermott.

Monthly meeting of the County Board CCE in the residence of Kathleen Galligan 13 Ashe Street.

 

Cavan Bridge N/S Kathleen Sullivan and Maureen McDonald E/W Father Sean O Reilly and William Browne.

Outstanding production at Loreto College in the presence of Bishop Quinn the pupils perform ‘The Message of Lourdes’. Before the play the Loreto Convent Choir of 100 pupils sang Ave Maria, My Sheppard, The Early Dawn. The breathtaking scenery was painted by Tom Jenkins Town Hall Street. The distinguished guests were entertained by the Mother Superior to a delightful supper at the interval.

Turkey Prices for Christmas vary from 3/6-3/8 for Cocks and 4/6 to 4/9 for Hens. Geese were being sold for 2/- to 2/3 per lb.

December 25th 1954 ‘The United Irishman’ and ‘Resurgent Ulster’ are banned from being sold or published in Northern Ireland by order of the Minister for Home Affairs GB Hanna Q C.

Loughan House on the shores of Lough McNean headquarters of the Society of the Missionaries of Africa is opened for the first time. The building was purchased 2 years ago and the former 6 bedroom house has undergone massive refurbishment since then by Paddy Elliott and Company Cavan. The White Fathers was  founded 70 years ago and has 3,000 missionaries ministering in 30 districts in Africa. Loughan House is now opened as a Philosophical College and will receive Irish students of Leaving Certificate standard. The Society ordains over 100 priests per year but need more than twice that to cater for the demand in African countries.

Holy Father’s health has improved to allow him to meet with Ambassadors to the Holy Sea and he will  give his Christmas Message and Blessing at noon on Christmas Eve while he will appear briefly on the balcony overlooking Saint Peter’s Square to impart the Urbi et Orbi blessing on Christmas Day.

Inspector McLoughlin is transferred to Garda Headquarters and is replaced by Inspector Butler in Cavan.

Annual treat for Choir Boys and Altar Boys organised by Father AB McGrath CC includes free picture show in the Magnet Cinema and social and carol singing under the direction of Brother Augustus in the De La Salle School. At the conclusion of the festivities Father McGrath thanked both the Principal Brother Augustus and Brother Cyprian for their help and co operation and the Ladies’ committee  Maura Cullen Teresa O Rourke Mrs M Corr Mrs Tom McConville Margaret English Miss T Cooney  and Bella Power.

Andrew (Adge) G Galligan Connolly Street qualifies as an Accountant. He was educated at the Poor Clares’ De La Salle and Saint Patrick’s College and is eldest son of Michael J (Manager of Providers) and Maura Galligan Books Stationery and Office Supplies Connolly Street Cavan.

Death of John P McShane Farnham Road. One of the founders of Cavan Mineral Waters in 1927 along with John Coulter. Survived by his wife and family. Father PJ Gargan officiated at the funeral Mass in the Cathedral while Father AB McGrath officiated at the graveside in Killivirra Carlingford County Louth.

Marriage of Matthew J ( Mattie) Donohoe College Street and Canada son of Matt and Mrs Donohoe to Susan Boylan youngest daughter of Mr and Mrs P Boylan Scotstown County Monaghan in Notre Dame Church New Hyde Park Long Island New York. After their brief honeymoon in New York the couple returned to Canada.

CYMS Top Score Mrs Casey 2^nd Lady Mrs B McCabe 2^nd Lady Mrs Cyril Arnold.1^st Gent Jack Clerkin 2^nd Gent Pat O Neill Ulster Arms 3^rd Gent Tommy Connolly.

The Pavilion Club will present their 7^th Annual Pantomime Cinderella in the Town Hall from the 2^nd to -9^th of January 1955.

Phil Cullivan and Patrick Cooney are included in the Cavan/Armagh selection to play Belfast at the Royal School Grounds on January 1^st 1955.

Jim Scanlon with an address next to Mullery’s garage is offering 10% off all jewellery this Christmas and New Year.

January 1st 1955 Holy Father recovering his health as he takes drives and walks in private gardens at Vatican City.

Seamus Morris  Tom Hardy Brian O Reilly Pat Carolan Victor Sherlock Johnny Cusack and Tom Maguire are the Cavan representatives on the Ulster team.

Earl Sophia Burke daughter of Mr and Mrs E Burke  Hill House Durris Bantry County Cork marries Mervyn Alexander Cinnamond son of Edward and Mrs Cinnamond Church Street Cavan at Presbyterian Church Golden Green London. Rev E S Smith officiated.

Benjamin( Benny) O Rourke is the star  of the Christmas entertainment for The children of the Poor Clare Orphanage followed by a short picture show by Superintendent Joseph Murray. Saint Vincent De Paul distributed gifts to the children during the afternoon entertainment. Later Joe Murray and Saint Vincent De Paul entertained the patients in Saint Phelim’s Hospital.

Mild dry weather results in brisk trading in Cavan town in the week leading up to Christmas with no last minute rush on Christmas Eve as  the shelves of most shops were cleared of their stock.

Laurette Keenan gives the recital at Cavan Gramophone Club. Next recital by Dr P Watters.

January 8th 1955 Rainfall in Cavan during 1954 was 21% above normal. Total for the year was 49.30 inches while 46.23 inches fell in 1953.

County Manager Dermot McCarthy orders another 57 chairs for the Town Hall at £1-17-6 each from ‘Best All’ Newbridge after numerous incidents in the Hall where chairs were roughly handled and broken.

Death of Augustine (Gustie) Brady Master Plumber Church Street at the age of 65 after a long illness borne with great courage and fortitude. Brilliant Apprentice Plumber he won the British shield for outstanding workmanship in 1920. He was one of Ireland’s leading Plumbers and kept abreast of all new developments in the trade. Founder member and Chairman of Cavan Angler’s Club he won every honour the Club could bestow and only recently won the  Mayfly Cup in June 1954.He was seen fishing and shooting in all sorts of weather conditions. Founde member and officer of Cavan Dog and Gun Club. Prominent member of Cavan FCA during the Emergency from 1939-1945.He was a founder member of Cavan Fire Brigade and attended at the disastrous Convent Fire of February 1943 when 35 children and 1 adult were lost in the Saint Joseph’s Orphanage Fire. Led the campaign for improved Fire Brigade facilities in Cavan and throughout the country. Player and long time official of Cavan Slashers GFC.He was a native of Tullyco House. Survived by his wife Elizabeth sons Martin and Austin daughters Joan Jackson Coras Point sisters Mrs Paddy Young Margaret Gough and Mrs J Lee Dublin 1 daughters in law Mrs Martin Brady 1 son in law AM Jackson. The Fire Brigade provide a Guard of Honour at the Cathedral where Father Charles A Cartwright officiated assisted by Rev M Canon Kelly PP VF Ballinamore. He was brother of the late Rev Joe Brady PP Belturbet.

Among the winners of the Breffni Park Draw were 1^st and £20 Maggie Hickey £2 Ivan Black and £1 each Mrs Elizabeth Brady MA Young. Promoter’s Prize of £2 Joe O Rourke Market Square.

Cavan GAA make a presentation to Paddy Reilly Athbara House to mark his 50 years service  to Cavan GAA.  Chairman Secretary and Treasurer. First elected Secretary in 1904 after the GAA was reformed in the County by John F O Hanlon Andy McEntee Joe Smyth and Paddy. He has been County Treasurer for the last 28 years.

Death of Walter Jackson Killykeen.He was father of Maurice and Alan Jackson of Jackson’s Garage. Extensive farmer he was also the proprietor of the Pleasure House in Killykeen where his wife Sarah ran a high class catering business frequented by many families from Cavan town and surrounding areas. Survived by his wife Sarah sons Maurice Alan John and Stanley. Rev WJ Askins MA Dean of Kilmore officiated at the funeral from Kilmore Cathedral to the adjoining cemetery.

William P O Hanlon son of John F and the late Birdie O Hanlon marries Nuala Walters daughter of Geraldine and the late Dr Michael Walters 18 Upper Leeson Street. Rev P O Sullivan CC Donnybrook assisted by Father JJ O Reilly Adm Cavan officiated at Mass with Papal Blessing. The Bride was given away by her brother Michael while the Chief Bridesmaid was Wendy Walters sister of the Bride. The Best Man was Edward T O Hanlon while the Soloist was Peter Dunn Dalkey.Reception later at the residence of the Bride’s mother Mrs Geraldine Walters 18 Leeson Street Dublin.

January 15th 1955 Cavan beat Dungannon 6-0 at home with a penalty goal and try to nil. Phil Cullivan was the star of the team dominating the line outs from the second row. Pat Cooney Hooker was the other outstanding player on the field winning several strikes against the head. Norman Cinnamond was outstanding in the backs scoring the Cavan try and the full back Donnelly was soundness personified with Pratt kicking the penalty goal.

Butlersbridge Champions are comprehensively beaten 2-4 to 0-4 in the Final of the Minor Championship 1954.The Bridge laid siege to the Crosserlough goal for the first 15 minutes but after that their challenge petered out as a bigger stronger Crosserlough took over and led by 2-2 to 0-2 at half time with Vincent Black the star for Crosserlough. Crosserlough attacked all through the second half but the resolute Bridge defence in which full back Terry Smyth was outstanding only allowed them a further 2 points until they came roaring back themselves in the last few minutes to tack on 2 further points courtesy of Captain Con Smith and O Reilly who were the only scorers for the Bridge notching 2 points each. Rev Brother Cyril was the outstanding referee.

Cavan Association London  Chairman Rev John Moore Vice Chairman John Conway Virginia Secretary K  Doherty Glangevlin Treasurer J Clarke. Committee J Clarke Stradone P McGovern Glangevlin Johnny Brady Cavan Harry Mulvaney Maghera F Brady Killynebber J Gullen Ballyconnell and P Hetherton Munterconnaught.

Gramophone Society This week’s recital by Dr Patrick Watters while next week the recital will be given by Professor Browne MA.

CYMS Whist Top Score £3 John Lovett Cathedral Road 1^st Lady £1 Mrs Fitzpatrick Ballinagh 1^st £1Gent Garda Storey Swellan 2^nd10/- Mr Marron. Score Cards 2/6.

January 22^nd 1955 Breffni Park Draw 1^st £20 Mrs Walsh 1 College View 2^nd £5 Paddy Smith Ballyhaise 3^rd £2 Mr Conaty Butlersbridge.3 prizes of £1 Miss A McElgunn Ulster Arms Hotel Miss M Reilly Ulster Arms John McDowell Breffni Terrace. Promoter’s Prize £2 Olive Flood Bridge Street.

Death of the well known highly respected Ellen Foynes at her residence in Butlersbridge. Noted for her religious fervour hospitality and generous nature. Survived by her husband Michael Road Overseer with Cavan County Council sons daughters. Funeral from Saint Aidan’s Church Butlersbridge to Cullies cemetery.

Sympathy is extended to Father PJ Gargan and his twin brother Phil Proprietor of the Ritz Bar on the death of their father in Virginia. Bishop Austin Quinn officiated while Rev T F Brady CC assisted by Very Rev Canon V-Brady PP VF and PJ Gargan celebrated. Funeral from Saint Mary’s Church Virginia to the adjoining cemetery.

Death of Jams O Rourke 18 Owen Roe. Survived by his wife son and daughters. He was a former full time member of the Irish Army and was a highly popular resident. The local branch of the Ex Service Men formed a Guard of Honour wile the coffin was draped in the Tricolour. Father AB McGrath officiated at the well attended funeral from the Cathedral to Killygarry cemetery.

Death of the very well known Joe Maguire Bridge Street Proprietor of a Drapery Store in Bridge Street. He was a former Cavan Slashers player and mentor and was currently Vice Chairman of the Breffni Park Improvements Fund. Founder member of Cavan Drama Festival –he was  for many years Chairman of the Stage Committee. Native of Urney Butlersbridge he was only married last Summer when he was in advanced years. Survived by his wife father sisters relatives and many friends. Both Cavan Drama Festival and Breffni Park Improvement Fund Committees adjourned as a mark of respect. Father Charles  Cartwright officiated at the capacity attended Mass in the Cathedral with burial later in Killygarry cemetery.

January 29^th 1955 Gerry Maloney star of Cavan Slashers and Cavan Junior football and hurling county teams, he was one of the stars of the Bridge Street team who won the Street League in 1953 is the recipient of a presentation from his friends in Cavan Slashers to mark his departure for Athlone after 8 years spent in Cavan.

New De La Salle Flageolet Band formed President Rev JJ O Reilly Adm Chairman Brother Augustus Vice Chairman Brother Cyprian Secretary Garda Nichola Mullhall Treasurer Phil Lee Vice Treasurer Jack Reilly Committee Bandmaster Paddy Duffy Billy Sheridan P Burns and Jimmy Finlay.The Band will be known as the ‘Lasallian Band’ with members all boys from the De La Salle School ranging from 9-12.

Bridge Club N/S Dermot Morgan and TJ Malone E/W Rev Sean Reilly and Professor William Browne MA.

Brilliant recital by Professor Browne at the Gramophone Club when he plays a selection from Beethoven Chopin and Schumann to an appreciative audience.

Death of Owen Cusack Butlersbridge who was a well known Pig Dealer at fairs and markets. Rev AB McGrath officiated at the funeral from Saint Aidan’s Church to Killygarry cemetery.

Death of one of Cavan’s best known and much loved citizens Elizabeth Connolly Ballinagh at the residence of her son Patrick Ballinagh. She was widow of the late John Connolly one of Cavan’s foremost business men. By far the biggest funeral witnessed in Ballinagh since the death of her husband John. Hundreds of clergy descended on Saint Felim’s Ballinagh with the Bishop Most Rev Dr Quinn being represented. She is survived by her son Patrick Merchant Ballinagh Father Timothy Superior General Maynooth Mission to China Rev Michael Connolly SJ Saint Stanislaus College Limerick Dr Gerald A Connolly Our Lady of Lourdes Hospital Drogheda Rev Mother Mary of Saint Ultan Clones. She was sister of Mr R A Farrell Tunnyduff and aunt of Father James J O Reilly Adm Cavan who was the Chief Celebrant assisted by Father L Corr PP .Burial took place in Saint Felim’s cemetery Ballinagh.

February 6^th 1955 Death of the legendary Tommy Farrelly at his residence Ashe Street Cavan. Veteran of the Boer War Tommy was the 1^st and for many years the only Bookmaker in Cavan before opening his famous Confectionery and Fancy Goods Store in Ashe Street where his assistant was the incomparable Benny O Rourke comedian and wit and Jackie Smith his young neighbour and friend who always used a box behind the counter to aid his  height in transacting business. Tommy kept his shelves well stocked and remained open each day from 8 am until 12 midnight emerging from his living quarters to serve his many customers. Founder member of Cavan Coursing Club Tommy took part in the weekly hunts for many years. He later donated the famous Farrelly Cup the premier award at Cavan Coursing Club. Predeceased by his wife he is survived by his sister  nieces and nephews. Archdeacon Archie HW Shires officiated at the Funeral from Cavan Parish Church to the New cemetery.

Cavan and All Ireland footballer Willie Doonan excavating for Paddy Elliott at the Anglo Celt finds a very rare coin of the Realm dated 1805 displaying the shoulders of George 3 on the other side the Harp of Ireland is canopied by The British Crown.

The famous Mr Dennis Franks well known Shakespearian actor visits the local Secondary Schools  giving recitals of extracts from the Merchant of Venice Macbeth and Julius Caesar .He is a native of Poland and has spent most of his life acting in Shakespearian productions.

Cavan Labour Band 1955 Chairman Michael Farrelly Secretary P Farrelly Treasurer Jim Galligan Trustees P Clarke and J McGahern Committee Josie Greenan M McDermott P Reilly T Walsh and D Reddy.

February 12^th 1955 Big crowd expected at the Ulster v Leinster (Holders) Railway Cup Semi Final in Breffni Park where the admission is 1/- and sideline 2/- extra. The game will be broadcast live on Radio Eireann.

Switch on of the Electricity in Ballinagh by Father Corr PP in the presence of a large crowd at the Courthouse including Mr TJ O Grady District Engineer ESB Dundalk. Great credit for the scheme and its completion with over 400 connections goes to Master McCarthy NT Garrymore who spearheaded the drive for the installation of the Electricity in the area.

February 19^th 1955 9,324 spectators at the Railway Cup Semi Final in Breffni Park where the holders Leinster beat Ulster 2-9 to 2-4 in a titanic struggle. Scorers for Ulster Art O Hagan 2-2 Kieran Denver and Ml McEvoy 0-1 point each.Leinster replied per Ollie Freaney 0-6 Mattie McDonald 1-1 Tom Moriarity 1-0 and J McDonnell Cathal O Leary 0-1 each. Referee was Willie Jackson from Roscommon.

Death of Mrs M Marks Connolly Street .Survived by her husband sons and daughters.Rev A B McGrath officiated at the Funeral from the Cathedral to Killygarry.

Ralph Sylvester entertains the capacity crowd at the 6^th Firemen’s Ball in the Town Hall where the hall was tastefully decorated and there were spots for each dance.

Death of Susan O Reilly Lismagratty at the age of 74. Relict of Terence Reilly she was the mother of 8 children. Funeral from Saint Patrick’s Church Castletara to the adjoining cemetery.

February 26^th 1955 Lenten Regulations 1955 All week days of Lent except Saint Patrick’s Day are Fast Days. Wednesday and Fridays of each week are Fast and Days of Abstinence (consumption of meat chicken etc forbidden). Lenten Fast and Abstinence ceases at noon on Holy Saturday Alleluia.

Death of Rose Ann Finlay wife of Barney Finlay Dew Drop Inn Connolly Street. She was a woman of great generosity and practiced Christian values all her life. Native of Potahee Ballinagh. Survived by her mother brothers and sisters. Father JJ O Reilly Adm officiated at the funeral from the Cathedral to Killygarry.

Mr and Mrs Patrick Smith Pullamore celebrate the Golden Jubilee of their marriage. They were married on the 23d February 1905 in Crosskeys Parish Church with Rev Peter Donohoe PP officiating. Hundreds of letters cards telegrams arrive at the Smith house. They have 5 sons 2 daughters and 22 grandchildren.

Father James Carroll gives a most interesting and varied recital at Cavan Gramophone Society. Next recital by Dr R Walsh.

Ina Hickey scores a double winning at Cavan Bridge and Top Score at Cavan CYMS Whist Drive.

Death of Bernard Dunne Edenticlare. He is survived by his brother sister and relatives. Funeral following Requiem Mass in Saint Brigid’s Church Killygarry to the adjoining cemetery.

Pope Pius X II celebrates his 79^th Birthday and the 15^th year of his Pontificate. Pope has recovered sufficiently to appear at the balcony of his private apartment in the Vatican where he imparted his blessing to the thousands gathered in Saint Peter’s Square and is seen daily walking briskly in the Vatican’s private gardens.

March 5^th 12^th 19^th 26^th 1955 Incomplete.

April 2nd 1955 10^th Cavan Drama Festival 9 days of superb entertainment with 26 plays 16 in English and 10 in Irish. All the nightly performances were booked to capacity. Guests of Honour at the Festival were Alderman Hugh and Mrs Lee former Lord Mayor of Manchester natives of Lavey and donor of the Hugh Lee trophy. Winners of the Open Section were the All Ireland Champions Clones Dramatic Society with ‘John Ferguson’. Outstanding performances from the Pavilion Players Tunnyduff who won the Alderman Hugh Lee Cup for groups confined to Cavan and had the Best Producer in EJ O Reilly and the Best Actress Anna M o Reilly. The Milesian Players Drumkilly with ‘Blind Wolf’ were the winners of the Rural Section. Tom McLoughlin Armagh was Best Actor Noel Ryan Walkinstown Best Support while Jack Binchey of the Nomads Cavan was awarded a silver medal  for his outstanding performance in the Nomad’s ‘Is the Priest at Home’.

Death of Rose Cahill ex NT Drumcrave and Latt Cavan. Predeceased by her husband John who was a leading exhibitor of cattle at the local Agricultural Shows. She is survived by her  daughter son in law  grandchildren sister and brother. Funeral from the Cathedral to Cullies cemetery.

Death of Mary Donohoe 33 College Street. Relict of Thomas. Survived by her family relatives and friends. Funeral from the Cathedral to Cullies cemetery.

Death of Charles Ronaghan Main Street 2^nd son of the late Owen and Molly Ronaghan. He was a Butcher by trade and served in the Family Butcher’s Shop in Main Street. He was an outstanding footballer and played with both Cavan Slashers and Cavan county team where his preferred position was goalkeeper where because of his great height and strength he was almost unbeatable. Predeceased by his brother Andy just a few months ago he is survived by his sisters nieces and nephews. Funeral following Requiem Mass in the Cathedral where there was a capacity attendance to Killygarry cemetery.

Breffni Park Draw 1^st and £20 T Kinsella C/o Smith’s Garage 2^nd £5 Jackie Sheridan 20 Saint Brigid’s Terrace 3^rd £3 JJ O Reilly Ashe Street. 3 prizes of £1 Bridie Doherty 17 Saint Brigid’s Terrace Vincent O Connor 33 Pearse Street Mrs Terry Sexton Swellan Cavan.

Pig Market at Railway Road destroyed by fire with 2 pigs being very badly scorched. Memories of years gone by when the Pig Market was a busy thriving business frequented by thousands each year.

Stephen B Walsh Irish Press and late of Church Street is elected to the Oireachtas Press Gallery. Formerly on the staff of the Anglo Celt he is son of the famous TK Walsh Chief Reporter Anglo Celt.

Outstanding recital given by Tom McConville at Cavan Gramophone Society. Next week  Betty McLoughlin will give the recital in the Farnham Hotel.

April 9^th 1955 Just six months after his 80^th Birthday Winston Churchill resigns as Prime Minister to be succeeded by Sir Anthony Eden 57 year old Foreign Secretary. Chapter of History ends as he played a pivotal role in two World Wars and was undoubtedly the Statesman of the Century. Politician soldier and journalist he was MP for Epping Secretary of the Bord of Trade in Asquith’s Liberal Party Government  later 1^st Lord of the Admiralty 1911 he worked long and hard to bring the British Navy to a War footing for 1914-1918 War. He served as an Officer in the British Army in France before being recalled by Lloyd George to be Minister of Munitions. Later rejoined the Conservatives and served in Baldwin’s Government of 1924-1929 as Chancellor of the Exchequer. With War looming in Europe he was again appointed 1^st Lord of the Admiralty in 1939 and with the fall of  Neville Chamberlain’s Government was appointed Prime Minister in May 1940. In his first address to the nation Winston stated “I have nothing to offer but blood toil tears and sweat”. After the War riding on great personal acclaim he was unexpectedly voted out of Government with the Conservatives losing to  Labour 1945-1951. Returned as Prime Minister in March 1951 he was honoured by the Queen in being appointed Order of the Garter in 1953. On the occasion of his 80^th birthday he was the guest of both Houses of Parliament and presented with a cheque for £150,000 in November 1954 when he addressed the nation for the last time. He will now take up a position on the Back Benches.

Death of Julia Packenham Corlurgan wife of James Packenham Carrigallen. Member of a distinguished Cavan family she was sister of Bishop Patrick Finegan and niece of Bishop Bernard Finegan. She is survived by her 2 sisters. Father P J Gargan officiated at the funeral from the Cathedral to Cullies.

Biggest ever Whist Drive in Cavan Town Hall hosted by Cavan CYMS when 110 tables were in play.1^st Mr Busby Carrickmacross.Gerry Lovett M C and Father PJ Gargan thanked the vast crowd for their support.

Father Peter Paul Galligan Thomascourt home from Australia after 8 years. Outstanding footballer he was a star for Cornafean and Cavan and played in both the 1943 and 1945 All Ireland Finals lining out at right full back. Just before he went on the Missions he refereed the Cavan County Senior Final of 1947.

Brian Coleman wins the Gold Medal for Best Actor for his portrayal of Jimmy the Curate  in ‘Is the Priest at Home?’ by the Cavan Nomads in the Ballyshannon Drama Festival. The Nomads were placed 3^rd in overall classification.

Death of Thomas Smith Annaglough. Extremely popular he was a great neighbour and was widely known and respected. Survived by his wife son and daughter. Father James J O Reilly Adm officiated at the funeral from Saint Brigid’s Killygarry to Killygarry cemetery.

Only one report of Corncrake heard in Dawson’s bottom opposite Keadue Lodge Cathedral Road.

Death of Peter Fitzpatrick Assistant to Rose Fitzpatrick Draper Main Street (Easons).Native of Newtownbutler died at the residence of his sister Mrs J Reilly Killynebber. Funeral from Newtownbutler to Staghall cemetery.

April 16^th 1955 Casual Traders refuse to pay the new UDC levy of £10 for trading in the Market Yard .They had been paying £1 per week but claimed the new charge was excessive. They swiftly move to a more advantageous spot trading in the Market Square and are inundated with customers. The UDC are meeting to review their stance on the situation.

Death of Albert Einstein in Princeton New Jersey at the age of 76. Born in Germany he was best known for the theory of Special  Relativity which was published in 1905.In later life he became an important figurehead for nuclear disarmament and an ardent opponent of the Atomic bomb.

Death of Rose Ann Brady Drumnavanagh. Survived by her  sister with whom she lived for many years and relations. Father PJ Gargan officiated at the funeral from the Cathedral to Cullies cemetery.

April 23^rd 1955 Cavan Pavilion beat Kells by 8 games to Nil in the Inter Towns Junior Badminton Championship. Winners for Cavan included  Kitty McDonald Valerie McCarren Mrs C Pollock Joe O Rourke Captain Kieran Breen and Spud Murphy.

Miss BM Storey wins the Senior Piano competition and the Murray Perpetual Cup at the Feis Cheoil in Sligo.

Bridge N/S MJ Sonny Magee and  John Marron E/W Gerry Hunt and Dr C Burke.

April 30^th 1955 The Passionist Missionaries Fathers Maurice Gerard Peter and Noel CP conducting the annual Mission for women in the Cathedral with Mass at 7 am and the evening devotions at 7 pm.

Death of the very well known highly respected Patrick Conaty Tullymongan.Extensive farmer specialising in dairy production where he supplied many families in the town with milk. He is survived by his wife and 2 sons Paddy Conaty Cavan Urban Council and Cavan County Council and Frank BSc ARIC Malaya. Funeral attended by a capacity attendance from the Cathedral to Killygarry.

Louis PE Smith D ph MA is appointed Chief Advisor to Macra Na Feirme. Louis is a brother of Dr Darragh Smith Bunraskin Cavan and Alfred Myles Smith Kevitt Castle.

Death of Hugh McLoughlin Lake View. Veteran of the 1914-1918 War. He later joined the Irish army where he completed his service before rejoining the British Army on the outbreak of World War 2. The coffin was draped in the tricolour and both  British and Irish ex Servicemen provided the Guard of Honour. Survived by his wife and family. Father CA Cartwright officiated at the funeral from the Cathedral

Death of Thomas McCreedy in Leeds Yorkshire England. Worked in McCarren’s before emigrating. Native of Mitchell Street but emigrated some years ago.

Death of Minnie Cassells relict of the late Phil who carried on a high class Bar and Grocery at 61 Main Street beside Smyth’s. She was a sister of Michael Mick Marron Cootehill Road and sister of Kathleen Marron with whom she resided. She was a woman of great intellect charity and dedicated to  her Church and family. The popular Manager in Cassel’s was Andy McConnell later to purchase the Kesh Bar at Gortnakesh. Survived by her sisters brothers and other relatives.Funeral from the Cathedral to Killygarry cemetery.

May 7^th 1955.

Death of Hugh Maguire Drumelis a most popular and highly respected person. Survived by his son Hugh. Father P J Gargan officiated at the funeral from the Cathedral to Drumcor cemetery.

Presentation to Josie McNamara on the occasion of his emigrating to England by his many friends and colleagues in Comaltas Ceoltori Eireann.Dr Brian Galligan Chairman made a presentation to Josie at a Social on behalf of the Branch.

Chrysanthemums 2/6 per dozen Postage 9 pence Gardener See House Kilmore.

May 14th 1955 President Sean T O Kelly opens  the 3^rd 3 week ‘An Tostal’ at Croke Park. All over the country social sporting and cultural events are planned.

Mary Gear Cathedral Road will marry Charles Fay Solicitor Gardiner’s Row Dublin at the Franciscan Church Merchant’s Quay Dublin on Monday May 30^th 1955.

Death of Garda Martin Crehan.Native of Abbeyshrule he served many years in Ballyhaise where he was deservedly popular. Survived by his wife family brothers and sisters. Guard of Honour formed by local Garda while Superintendent Joe Murray represented the Cavan Division.

Death of Julia Allen Tullac Mongan. Very religious and charitable she was highly respected. Father Charles Cartwright officiated at the funeral from the Cathedral to Cullies cemetery.

Farmers enjoying boom times as Large Stores fetch £40-£60 White head Calves £30 and Strippers £25-34.Suck Calves £10-£15 and In Calf Heifers up to £50. Demand far outweighed supply at Cavan May Fair.

May 21^st 1955 Weather turns wintry all over the British Isles with 8 inches of snow and blizzards in Wales while Ireland is swept with blizzards of sleet hail and rain. The Peak District of Wales blocked by severe blizzards for several days.

FW Woolworth will open its Cavan Store on the site of the old County Cavan Stores on Tuesday May 27^th at 9 pm.

Cavan Harps overcome Stradone in the 1^st round of the Junior Championship at Tierquin Park winning on the score of 4-6 to 1-3. Scorers for the Harps Tom McNamara 2-0 Tommy Sheridan 0-4 Paddy McNamara 0-2 and John Lennon and Petesey Lawlor 1-0 goal each Referee P Coyle. The Harps maintain their unbeaten record this year in a sporting game sparsely attended game played in Wintry conditions more akin to Christmas.

TF O Higgins Minister for Health will open the new Health Clinic at Cathedral Road on Monday. The premises will be blessed by Bishop Quinn followed by a luncheon in the Ulster Arms where Paddy Smith TD will preside. The Architect was Mr D Tyndall while the premises were tastefully decorated

Feast of John Baptist De La Salle celebrated in the Cathedral with Mass celebrated by Father Charles Cartwright with  the De La Salle choir and parade of the new De La Salle Flageolet Band. In the evening the Brothers and Parents Committee held a party for the children in the school.

Cyril Anderson Royal School is admitted as Licentiate of the Royal Academy of Music. Runner up in the Piggott Cup for advanced piano at Dubln Feis Cheoil featured on both Radio Eireann and BBC radio, he is son of John Anderson Royal School.

May 28th 1955 Tender of M/S Jackson’s Garage in the sum of £5,353 including 8% discount for the purchase of 4 Thames Diesel trucks with the sum of £550 being the allowance for truck 1D 3503 for Cavan County Council.

History of the New Clinic which was formerly the Fever Hospital built in 1823 which was contained in 1850. Subsequently used as a Store by Cavan Militia. In 1911 let as a private residence to  Cyril C Ervine Andrews Manager Provincial Bank of Ireland. Born here was  Herbert Marcus Ervine Andrews who won the Victoria Cross at Dunkirk in 1940. In 1916 Cavan County Council rented the premises from Lord Farnham and in 1924 purchased the premises and opened a Tuberculosis Hospital. The premises were closed on Monday 4^th April 1943 and patients transferred to the new Tuberculosis Hospital built by Tom McManus at Lisdarn. For many years however the Hospital was used in the treatment OF Tuberculosis for patients who were in recovery. The New Clinic cost £14,000 to modernise and £13,000 to equip with the most up to date medical equipment .The building will cater and have visiting Consultants for Dentistry Physiotherapy Paediatric Services and Psychiatric Services run by Consultants from Saint Davnett’s Hospital Monaghan for patients referred by their GPs.

Owen McGovern NT Drumkilly playing at Cavan Golf Course scores a hole in one at the 135 yards 7^th hole.

Breffni Park Draw 1^st and £20 John Dancey Cullies Cavan 2^nd £5 Charlie Leddy Drumsilla Butlersbridge 3^rd £2 P Smith Behey Cavan £1 each Mary Smith C/o The Railway Hotel and J Smith C/o Henry Agnew Emmett Place.

Sympathy is extended to Eamonn E English Church Street on the death of his mother CM English Bridge Street Ballina wife of Patrick English and mother of 15 children. Capacity crowd attend the Removal and funeral from Saint Muredach’s Cathedral in Ballina.

June 4th 1955 Cavan Town donates 300 pints of blood to the National Blood Transfusion Unit but are looking for much more as Major M McDonagh Secretary Blood Transfusion explains after a promotional film in the Temperance Hall “everybody has a spare capacity of 2 pints and 500 pints of blood are needed weekly in Ireland”!

June 4^th 1955 The Conservatives are returned in Britain with 344 seats Labour 277  the Liberals 6 Sinn Fein 2 The Speaker 1.The Conservatives have an overall majority of 59 and Sir Anthony Eden will form a new Government.

Tom Maloney is Manager of the  Cork Savings Bank. He was formerly Manager of Ryan’s Rent a Car Shannon Airport and is son of George V and Eileen Maloney Farnham Street.

Rev Mother Mary Francisca McHugh Poor Clare Convent dies at the age of 90 after 70 years in Religion all spent in Cavan. She never left the confines of the Convent and was mainly in charge of the Orphanage. She was a native of Glenfarne County Leitrim and was sister of Patrick McHugh former MP for Sligo. Deeply religious she attended and assisted at daily Mass in the Convent Chapel up to recently. Rev M Canon Kelly presided at the Requiem Mass celebrated by Father ABC McGrath with burial afterwards in the adjoining cemetery.

Legion of Mary Kilmore Diocesan Pilgrimage to Drogheda. Train leaves Cavan at 12:50 with Procession leaving Drogheda Railway Station led by Bishop Quinn at 3 Pm. Return train to Cavan at 7 Pm.

June 11^th 1955 Bishop Patrick Moynagh former Mullahoran and Cavan football star ministers in  Nigeria where there is a population of 1.5 million in his parish with 60,000 Catholics. Converts in Nigeria turning to Catholicism at the rate of 100,000 per year. The White Fathers and Holy Rosary Sisters minister in his Diocese and he is setting up a Diocesan weekly newspaper. Bishop Moynagh is 25 years in Nigeria.

Dan Breen ‘Cowville’ Cootehill Road is ordained by the Archbishop of Dublin  Cootehill native John Charles McQuaid at Holy Cross College Clonliffe. The new priest is son of Professor and Mrs Breen. On Monday the new priest said his first Mass in the Cathedra assisted by Father PJ Gargan CC. A Recepton was held in the Farnham Hotel. Father Dan Breen will minister in the Archdiocese of Dublin.

Patrick M Cooney BA LLB Lisdarn at the age of 25 is admitted to the Incorporated Law Society as a Solicitor. He is son of Mr and Mrs MA Cooney County MOH Lisdarn.

Bishop Quinn ordains Thomas O Connor for the Diocese of Birmingham. Educated at Saint Patrick’s College Cavan and Ascot College Birmingham, Father O Connor will minister in the Archdiocese of Birmingham.

De La Salle Flageolet Band lead the Corpus Christi Procession. The members of the band are Emmanuel Kennedy Bobby Gray Sean Brady (Drummer) Gerard Gilchreest (Drummer) Micheal Smyth Hugo Cafferty (Big Drum) Eddie Murray and Joe McConnell.

Death of Margaret Brady Oldtown at Saint Phelim’s Hospital. Highly respected resident and extremely generous and charitable. Survived by her sister and other relatives. Funeral from the Cathedral to Cullies.

Jim Leonard and Mrs Hunt win the President’s Prize at County Cavan Bridge Club 2^nd was Dermot Morgan and O Moynihan.

Breffni Park Draw 1^st  J Daly Glasdrummond Cavan 2^nd Jodie Maloney Pound Archway 3^rd Madeline Gaffney Latt. Promoter’s Prize May McConnell Ashe Street.

Eighty two spectators are killed and more than 100 are maimed and injured  after a pile up at the start of the famous Le Mans motor race which was allowed to continue.

Kieran Breen Jack Halpin Cyril Anderson and Dr Flannery the only winners as Tyrone easily account for County Cavan Lawn Tennis Club in the Ulster League.

County Cavan Engineers win the Alliance Championship for Counties Cavan Monaghan and Louth at Headford Golf Club. Cavan Engineers JP Mansfield Harry O Connell Aiden Madden and J Gallagher. While back at County Cavan Golf Club Jim Rafter holes out  his tee shot on the Par 3 2^nd hole.

Louis Schwarzenegger aged 24 Alberta Canada died unexpectedly but peacefully in Canada. Survived by wife Mary Sexton daughter of Pat Eaton 2 Tullac Mongan. Louis was a leading member of the Knights of Columbanus.

June 18^th1955 New lighting system for Cavan town –most modern luminous system available anywhere in the world and exactly the same light as in Dublin.

Cavan Urban Council Elections 1955.Turnout of 67% Paddy Brady Clann Na Poblachta 167 (Tops the Poll) Tom Fitzpatrick (Fine Gael) 147 (Elected) Sean Magee (Fine Gael) 135 (Elected) John Murray Independent 118 (Elected) Arthur Fagan (Independent) 118 (Elected) Michael Young Fianna Fail 109 (Elected) Gerry Kelly Fianna Fail 109 (Elected) Joe McGovern Clann Na Poblachta 79 (Elected) John P Walsh Labour 74 Patrick McDonald Fianna Fail 61 John Brady Fine Gael 57 Nicholas Halligan 50 (Elected) James Fay Fianna Fail 40 P Lee Independent 34 M Walsh (Fianna Fail)21 with a dog fight between neighbours Nicholas Hannigan (FF) and Johnny Walsh (Labour) for the final seat. Eddie Brady Town Clerk oversaw a very efficient and long count. Gerry Kelly was later elected Chairman Cavan Urban Council as the outgoing Chairman Mary Brady did not seek election to the Council.

County Council Elections. Big news here was Andrew Brady Drumcalpin Tullyco Cootehill Fianna Fail member of the Council since 1934 losing his seat to his running mate John J Brady Termon Virginia. Cavan Electoral area Charles O Reilly Clann Na Poblachta 1,438 Paddy Conaty Fianna Fail 821 Andrew O Brien Fine Gael 781 Paddy Baxter Fine Gael 731 James Cassells Fine Gael 614 James Cunningham Fianna Fail 581 Francis Rehill Fianna Fail 561 John F Corr 556 John H Farris Independent Frank Harrington Clann Na Poblachta 368 James McGahern Fianna Fail 342.Charlie Reilly Paddy Conaty Paddy Baxter Andy O Brien and James Cassells elected with Paddy Conaty the only Fianna Fail Councillor among the 5. Paddy O Reilly Murmod Virginia (Fine Gael) replaced Paddy Smith TD as Chairman after both had tied and Paddy Reilly’s name was pulled from a hat. John P McKiernan Corlesmore was unanimously elected Vice Chairman.

Breffni Park Draw 1^st £20 Gabriel Connolly Breffni Terrace 2^nd P Leinster Farnham Cavan 3^rd Mrs Carmichael Ricehill £1 each Jim Mulvaney 40 Main Street P O Keeffe Saint Phelim’s Place and Gerry Maguire C/o Smith’s Garage. Promoter J Gilchrist C/O McKenna’s Cavan.

July 9^th 1955 Rev Canon FW Griffin BA Kinawley succeeds the late Dean Askins as Dean of Kilmore. Ordained in 1905 for the Diocese of Down and Connor he came to Kilmore in 1911. Rector of Kinawley one of the biggest Protestant Parishes in the Diocese. Reverend RCK Turkington Rector Bailieborough is to be Rector of Kilmore Cathedral.

 The President’s and Dr Cullen Cup is won by Rev Sean O Reilly off 16 1 up from 2^nd  Hubert Duffy(15) all square. There were 44 competitors. Tea was served by Mrs Cullen and the ladies Committee. John F O Hanlon returned thanks to the Cullen family for their generous prizes and hospitality.

Father Jimmy O Reilly Adm announces refurbishment of the Cathedral including installation of new P/A System new lighting arrangement and new Marble Pulpit to blend with Marble Pillars.

Death of the very popular John Keaney Postman Crubany.Very efficient and courteous Postman he did numerous daily tasks for persons on his daily run. Survived by his sons daughters and other relatives.Funeral from Saint Brigid’s Church Killygarry to the adjoining cemetery.

New Boy Scouts Accordion Band under Scoutmaster John Donohoe parade to Mass for 1^st time with colour party leading the parade.

Death of Sir Roe Young grandson of Sir John Young afterwards Lord Lingar who in February 1845 founded the Anglo Celt.

July 16th 1955 Numerous drownings in the area as the heat wave continues including Thomas Mee (18) Lislea Cloverhill drowned in the Annalee River. The only witness to the drowning was 6 year old Vincent Pilkington.

Gerry Kelly Fianna Fail Connolly Street and Anglo Celt is elected Chairman of Cavan Urban Council.

Cavan qualify for the Ulster Senior and Minor Finals beating Donegal 2-5 to 2-6 in a dreadful display at Saint Tiernach’s Park Clones. Donegal were by far the better team but didn’t have the forwards to exploit heir advantage. Only Jim McDonnell Hubert Gaffney Phil Brady and Peter Donohoe emerged with their reputations enhanced. Cavan led by 1-4 to 0-4 at the interval. In the Minor Match Cavan hammered Donegal 3-10 to 0-3 in a very one sided encounter and qualified to play Antrim in the Final. Cavan Minors J Brennan J Smith Mickey Brady L Daly Donal Crotty Larry Kyne H Foy B O Reilly M Moran Charlie Gallagher Austin Brady Con Smith C Martin Hugh Barney O Donohoe and Jimmy Sheridan.

GAA Café opened at 80 Main Street (Harvest) Proprietor JF Slacke. Cafe opened until midnight each night.

As the heat wave continues Liam T Chapman a student in the Agricultural College in Ballyhaise drowns in the River Annalee. There is a general exodus from the town to Swellan Killykeen and Annagh Lake with many of the children indulging in the American hobby of ‘Thumbing a Lift’. Local shops are sold out of sun hats tee shirts and creams to treat the many burns incurred.

New TV Transmitter at Divis Mountain outside of Belfast brings TV to Cavan for the first time. Smyth’s 60 Main Street is packed to capacity from morning to night with eager children wishing to view the latest phenomenon with wonder and awe. Full transmission of BBC 1 pictures commences from July 21^st 1955.

Charles O Rourke Engineer Market Square is conferred with his diploma in Public Administration. Charles is son of Frank and Teresa O Rourke Market Square Cavan.

July 23^rd 1955 Cassidy’s Boarding House in Bridge Street suffers large explosion. New water heater recently installed by Tommy McCormack working on behalf of Smyth’s 60 Main Street is suspected as experts from Dunleer and Dublin examine the debris. Miraculously nobody was killed or injured although Gerry Cassidy was thrown from his bed which was subsequently showered with debris from the collapsing ceiling. As a result of the explosion a full inquiry was carried out which totally exonerated Tommy McCormack and Smyth’s and indicated that one of the guests was in fact an active member of the IRA and was  storing explosives and weapons in Cassidy’s attic.

De La Salle win Urban League Final at Virginia on Wednesday, they beat Kingscourt 3-5 to 1-2. Eddie Murray and Tony Higgins outstanding at centre field and after Higgins faded in the second half Eamonn Marron filled the breach with an outstanding display with the peerless Phil ‘Lightning’ Murray Man of the Match. Hugo Cafferty was the outstanding back afield while Joe Connolly and Tommy Monaghan were sound tacking and kicking long out of defence. Timothy Beggs Michael Gilchrest were outstanding in half back line linking up with midfield and attack. Eamonn Marron Noel McKiernan Jimmy McNamara and Donohoe were outstanding in the forward line. De La Salle School’s League Champions 1955 Paddy Duffy Joe Connolly Hugo Cafferty Tommy Monahan Timothy Beggs Michael Gilchreest Tommy Murray Phil Lightning Murray Tony Higgins Jimmy McNamara Eamonn Marron Noel McKiernan Patsy Donohoe Gerard Finegan Dick Mulcahy. MJ Mullen Chairman Cavan County Board presented the new P J Duke trophy to De La Salle captain Phil Lightning Murray after the game.

.Cootehill the County Cavan Junior Champions beat Mullahoran 3-11 to 1-3 in the Senior  Semi Final and will play Kingscourt who beat Ballinagh 2-7 to 0-10 in the other Semi Final.

Cavan will play Kerry in the All Ireland Semi Final at Croke Park next Sunday in a repeat of the famous Polo Grounds Final of 1947.

Diocesan Pilgrimage to Knock with Legion of Mary Ambulance Coach attached to the train which is leaving Cavan at 6:40 am collecting passengers in Crossdoney Drumhowra Ballywillan.

Death of Mrs Kathleen McCreedy Saint Brigid’s Terrace an old and highly respected resident. Funeral from the Cathedral to Cullies .

Jack Meehan a Cadet at West Point New York is on holiday with his aunt Frances Flood Bridge Street.

Scholarships 1955 Emmanuel Kennedy  De La Salle Cavan Dessie Gilroy Crubany NS. Scholarships are worth £10 for 4 consecutive years at any Secondary School in the area.

Tony McConnell Ashe Street Cavan passes the Leaving Certificate with Honours in Irish English Greek and Latin. Pass in Maths Physics and Chemistry.

August 20th 1955 Cavan and Kerry draw in thriller at Croke Park Cavan 1-13 Kerry 2-10 before an attendance of 42,000. Cavan with the lions share of possession were leading by 2 points with 2 minutes of the game remaining when Tadhg Lyne punched a cross by Johnny Culloty to the Cavan net. In a sweeping movement up field on the kick out with Tom Hardy prominent Cootehill star Gerry Keyes sent over to level the game. The replay will take place on September 11^th 1955. Scorers for Cavan Peter Donohoe 0-9 -8 frees Brian Gallagher 1-1 Pat Carolan 0-2 and Gerry Keyes 0-1 Kerry Tadhg Lyne 1-4 Johnny Culloty 0-2 Michael Murphy 1-0 John Daly and Tom Moriarity 0-1 each. Kerry led by 1-7 to 0-6 at the interval but faded in the second half to  a vastly superior and fitter Cavan team.

Cavan Lawn Tennis Kieran Breen beats Patsy Connolly 6-1 6-3 in the Junior Boy’s Final while Gertie McDonald beat S Mackay Monaghan. Other winners included Helen Gaffney Frank Cinnamond Eamonn Marron Corina Sullivan Brendan Browne. In the Girl’s Handicap Doubles Corina Sullivan and Helen Gaffney beat J Coyle and S Pearse Longford.

Church Gate Collection for Senior County Training Fund yields £33 in Cavan Denn £2-10-6 Killygarry £2-15-0 Virginia £15-6-3 and Bailieborough £14-15-6.

500 Pilgrims on the Legion of Mary Pilgrimage to Knock led by Father Jimmy P Reilly Adm with Doctor Mary Cooney Lisdarn Medical Officer to the Sick.

Rev Philip Brady spending a holiday with his brother Bernard Claude Villa Cullies.

Moira Elliott among the Leaving Certificate successes at Loreto College.

Una Patricia McDermott daughter of Seamus and Mrs McDermott 22 Owen Roe Terrace Cavan weds Terence William Creighton eldest son of William and Mrs Creighton White City London at the Church of The Holy Ghost and Saint Stephen London.

August 27th 1955 Both Cavan V Kerry and Mayo V Dublin All Ireland Semi Finals to be replayed on the same day. Despite the brilliant performance of John Nallen and Paddy Irwin at midfield Mayo missed chance after the chance and had to be satisfied with a draw in their Semi Final against the favourites Dublin at Croke Park. Dublin led by  0-5 to 0-3 at the interval. Peter McDermott had the privilege of refereeing both Semi Finals faultlessly. Legend in GAA circles Peter McDermott was a member of the Meath team who beat Cavan in 1949 refereed the 1950 All Ireland Final when Mayo beat Cork played in the 1951 Final when Mayo retained the title at the expense of Meath played in the All Ireland Final of 1952 when Cavan beat Meath refereed the 1953 Final when Kerry beat Armagh played on the winning Meath team when they beat Kerry in the 1954 Final and to date has refereed both All Ireland Semi Finals in 1955.

Patsy McConnell playing off 24 beats Dr MA Cooney off 22 4 And 2 in the O Hanlon Cup Final at County Cavan Golf Club.

Clive Anderson Piano Hilary Johnston Soprano star n selections of Chopin Handel and Delius at capacity attended concert in aid of the Royal School Repair Fund in the School.

Fred G Kendall 38 year old pilgrim from Cornwall calls to the Anglo Celt on his way to Knock Shrine. Gifted linguist he has walked over 300,000 miles all over Europe. Convert to the Catholic Church baptised in Saint John’s Moy County Tyrone. He was later confirmed by Cardinal Dalton in 1951.

Death of Dennis Smith Stragella in Saint Phelim’s Hospital. Sympathy is extended to this family and relatives.

September 3^rd 1955 Death of Alice Teresa O Brien Killynebber wife of Andrew O Brien. Survived by husband sons daughters son law daughters in law. She was mother of Andrew O Brien Cavan County Council and Ulster Council GAA Representative. Highly respected and deeply religious, the Cathedral was packed to capacity for the  Funeral Mass celebrated by Father P J Gargan who also presided at the interment in Killygarry Cemetery.

Cootehill win their 2^nd consecutive Senior Football Championship Final beating Kingscourt 3-9 to 1-5 in stormy weather conditions at Breffni Park before an attendance of 2,000. Kingscourt playing with the elements had the lions share of the play in the first half and led by 1-5 to 0-4 at the interval. The deadly Cootehill forward line sprung to life in the 2^nd half and scored 3-5 without reply.

Maisie Magee and Hubert Duffy win the prestigious Open Golf Championship at County Cavan Golf Club with 68 Nett. Dr E McQuaid and Mrs Arnold Virginia were 2^nd.Best gross Gus and Mrs Kenny. Later Maisie presided at the piano entertaining the many guests while her brother the Captain Dr Jack Sullivan presented the prizes and thanked the many competitors who took part.

40 Boy Scouts leave for Camp in Enniscrone County Sligo on the 11^TH August- 28^th of August. Advance Party had left the previous day and had most of the ground work including the erection of the tents completed. Highlight of the Camp was the excitement generated by the All Ireland Semi Final draw with Kerry. Band Recitals by the new Accordion Band in Ballina Enniscrone and on the way home in Sligo where a generous collection was taken up in each of the centres visited. Bad storm necessitated the evacuation of some of the younger members to a house situated nearby Father Torlac O Reilly was Chaplain while John Donohoe was in charge of the troop.

Mr Doran Irish Assurance Company is transferred on promotion to Roscommon.

Dr BT Cullen and PJ O Reilly SS Bailieborough on the Irish Angling team to contest Nations Cup on Lough Corrib.

September 10th 1955 Pat O Neiil says ‘It is Cavan and Mayo for the All Ireland Final as both have much more room for improvement than their respective opponents Kerry and Dublin’. Con Smith 18 year old Minor star from Butlersbridge is the only local representative on the team.

Wexford beat hapless Galway 3-13 to 2-8 to win their 1^st All Ireland Hurling Crown in 45 years. Galway led by 2-5 to 2-3 at the interval. Stars for Wexford were the Rackard brothers Bobby Nicky and Billy and towering full back Nick O Donnell.

Liam O Hanlon and Tommy Cullivan score 7 Honours in the Intermediate Certificate while Kevin O Rourke and Billy Browne weigh in with very respectable 5 and 3 honours each.

Owen Moynihan Postmaster in Cavan for the last 4 ½ years is transferred on promotion to Mallow while Mr Leahy a native of Cork now fills the vacancy while Tommy O Donell Arva is appointed Caretaker until Mr Leahy’s arrival. Presentation by Tommy Hughes Overseer Bill Galvin Indoor Staff and Paddy Duffy Postman on behalf of the Staff.

Death of Rose Ann Murray Saint Brigids Terrace  relict of the late Philip. Sympathy is extended to her sons daughter grandchildren. Father P J Gargan officiated at the funeral from the Cathedral to Cullies.

Death of Thomas Jeffries late of Upper Main Street at the residence of his mother in Belfast. Survived by his wife mother brothers sisters. Funeral from Cavan Parish Church to New Cemetery.

Ulster Life Saving Competition at Lamb’s Lake Monaghan 1^st Place Cavan. Team Dorothy Black Freda Slowey Maura McGilly Ita Woods and Beatrice Maloney. Cavan Men’s Team 2^nd to Donegal with Monaghan 3rd Sean Woods Phil Cullivan GV Maloney  and Stephen Maloney.

Nuala P Smyth daughter of Mr and Mrs James Smyth Coranure is appointed to Barclay’ Bank in London.Nuala was educated in Drumcrave National School and Loreto College Cavan.

Eddie O Gorman sets up business at 62 Main Street formerly Tom Donohoe’s and recently James Clerkin’s. Guinness XX Stout in bottles and draught. Auctioneer and Valuer.

Betty Gannon’ School of Music will (DV) reopen on September 10^th at 37 Main Street (Charles Fay’s).

August 18^th 1955 Cavan are hammered by Kerry in the All Ireland Semi Final Replay as the team collapse in 2^nd half in the face of Kerry onslaught. 3 people attending the games between Cavan and Kerry and Dublin and Mayo suffered turns and died during the games. The dead are named as John Maloney (64) former Cavan footballers Farmer and Publican Longford Street Arva James Monaghan (74) Shopkeeper Drumhowna Poles County Cavan who had been driven to the game by Jack Flood Hackney Driver Bridge Street. The 3^rd man was Andrew O Neill shopkeeper Eaves Road Inchicore Dublin. All 3 were dead on admission to the Mater Hospital. Cavan were much the better team in the 1^st half playing with a gale force wind blowing from the Canal End they made little use of their advantage and the blatant miss by Johnny Cusack when in clear of the Kerry defence just before the interval knocked the resolve out of a tame Cavan team. Kerry led by 0-4 to 0-3 at the interval and Kerry added a startling 4-3 in the second half to Cavan’s paltry 0-2 points in a game that was to herald the demise of Cavan as a major footballing force in the land. Jim McDonnell and Hubert Gaffney Cavan’s outstanding wing half backs were the only honourable exception to a pathetic performance by a lack lustre half fit Cavan team. Scorers for Cavan Peter Donohoe 0-5 (4 frees) Kerry Michael Murphy 2-0 Tadhg Lyne 0-5 Johnny Culloty 1-0 JJ Sheehan 1-0 and Paudie Sheehy 0-2. Cavan Seamus Morris Paul Fitzsimons Phil Brady Noel O Reilly Jim McDonald tom Maguire Hubert Gaffney Victor Sherlock Gerry Keyes Brian Gallagher Pat Carolan Con Smith Seamus Hetherton Peter Donohoe and Johnny Cusack Referee Peter McDermott. While in the second Semi Final despite the sterling efforts of John Nallen and Paddy Irwin at centre field Mayo fail to capitalise on their chances in a thrilling Semi Final watched by over 70,000 spell bound spectators.

September 17^th 1955 Over 2,000 entries at Cavan Show ,the best in many years perfect weather conditions and very well organised thanks to the industry of the President Alfred Myles Smith and Secretary RS Black. While Cavan Accordion Band under Scoutmaster John Donohoe and Assistant Scout Master Mel Doherty entertain the crowds at the Show.

Death of John Brady Drumcrave very popular and charitable resident survived by his wife and daughter to whom deep sympathy is extended. Father Charles Cartwright officiated at the funeral from the Cathedral to Cullies Cemetery.

September 24^th 1955 Tragic death of the very popular old Cavan resident Philip Donohoe as he assisted in the building of a new Garage for his son Tommy 200 yards from his own home. Killed when a 14 foot high bank of earth which they were removing with picks fell in on top of him and he was buried beneath tons of debris. Willie Doonan former Cavan All Ireland Footballer and John Murray (Yankee UDC) and Andy Reilly were on a platform assisting with removing the bank but were thrown to safety while Phil Donohoe was later recovered from beneath 8-10 tons of clay and debris and attended at the scene by Dr. Brian Galligan. He was later pronounced dead on admission to Cavan Surgical Hospital where he was examined by Surgeon PD Maloney. The Coroner Dr A Cassidy heard that death was due to Cardiac Arrest following extensive damage to the left lung caused by crush of clay and stone. The Jury returned a verdict of accidental death where no blame could be attached to anyone. Phil was a hard working decent man popular in the Community. The tragedy rocked the town for many days and the funeral from the Surgical was the largest seen in the town in years. Father James J O Reilly Adm officiated at the Funeral Mass and the interment in Killygarry Cemetery.

Peter Smith Saint Phelim’s Place is appointed Postmaster in Ballinagh.He has served in headquarters in Cavan and Belturbet and was extremely popular with both customers and staff.

County Cavan Rugby AGM Ulster Arms President Sandy Gordon Stradone Captain Norman Cinnamond Vice Captain Teddy McCormack Secretary Cyril Anderson Match Secretary Dessie Tweedy Treasurer FM Hall Assistant Treasurer Brendan Jenkins Committee Gerard Cooney Frankie Lynott M Donnelly Richard Black Paddy Cooney and Mike Jenkins.

Michael Yong (Fianna Fail) and Tom Fitzpatrick (Fine Gael) represent Cavan Urban Council at the Municipal Authorities Annual General Meeting in Athlone.

Death of Catherine Kelly Tullac Mongan relict of Thomas Kelly. Survived by her relatives friends and neighbours. Funeral from the Cathedral to Cullies.

Death of Louis Wallace Church Street at the age of 70. Sympathy is extended to his family. Funeral from Cavan Parish Church to the New cemetery.

Death of John J Tully 5 South Fredrick street Dublin who died unexpectedly in London. Son of the late Mr John Tully Bridge Street. Survived by his wife and family .Funeral and burial in Dublin.

Cavan Show Plum Cake Mrs V O Connor Main Street 2^nd Peggy Magee Glenlara .

CYMS Whist Top Score Mrs Storey Saint Patrick’s Terrace 1^st Gent Sean Fitzpatrick Bridge Street 2^nd Gent Pa Sheridan College Street 1^st Lady Bee Donohoe 2^nd Lady Mrs Casey.

Sympathy is extended to P J O Flanagan on the death of his mother Catherine O Flanagan wife of TF O Flanagan former Social Welfare Officer in Butlersbridge at her residence Bishop Street Ballyshannon.Burial took place in Kinlough County Leitrim.

Winners from Cavan Show Josephine McEntee 73 Church Street Best Sponge Cake while her niece Marlene Conlon was highly commended for the excellence of her Black currant Jam.

Jackson’s annual outing to Bundoran most enjoyable. Staff return thanks to Maurice and Alan Jackson B Turner and A (Sandy) Gordon.

Gramophone Society AGM Chairman Professor William Browne Treasurer A R McLoughlin Secretary Dr P Watters and Tommy McCormick Committee Rev A B McGrath Douglas Anderson Misses Barney Corr Nellie McIntyre and Angela Clarke.

Wedding of Mr Aodh Brennan ACCA Rathgar son of Mr and Mrs H Brennan late of Church Street to Maureen Walsh MSR daughter of the late Mr and Mrs J R Walsh Sandycove Dublin in Saint Francis Church Dublin.

Riots in the streets as President Peron is toppled by the army after 9 controversial years in charge in Argentinean while he himself takes refuge in Paraguayan Gun Boat on River Plate. General Eduardo Leonardi is sworn in as the new President. Well known Democrat he led the movement to unseat Peron.

County Manager’s Orders Philip Lawlor Drumalee is to be appointed whole time position of Clerical Officer Cavan County Council. Renumeration of £175 per annum rising by £15 to £250 per annum and eventually when fully experienced Phil will earn £450 per annum together with appropriate allowances.

Matilda Crotty NT is granted £255-2-6 marriage gratuity being 9/12 of her personal renumeration.

Scholarships worth £60 per annum Aíne S Donlon Saint Phelim’ Place and Convent of Mercy Ballymahon. George B Johnston Saint Mary’ Ballyhaise and Saint Patrick’s College Cavan.

Rocky Marciano knocks out Archie Moore in the 9^th round of their World Heavyweight Title Bout. Marciano received a purse of £172,000 and Moore received £86,000 as his share of the gate and TV Rights.

October 1^st 1955 John A and Mrs Costello accompanied by C Cremin Ambassador to the Holy Sea is granted a private audience lasting over 40 minutes with Pope Pius Xii.It was his first visit since 1951 and the Poe presented him with a Gold Medal proclaiming the Dogma of the Assumption and a rosary beads.

Actor James Dean dies instantly when the Porsche he was driving crashed near Los Angeles. He was only 24. Starred in two box office hit films ‘Rebel without a Cause’ and ‘East of Eden’ while his latest film ‘Giant’ was nearing completion.

Kerry win their 18^th Senior Football title when they defeat a fancued Dublin team 0-12 to 1-6 in the All Ireland Final before an attendance of 87,102 who paid gate receipts of £10,667 at Croke Park Dublin. Kerry led by 0-5 to 0-3 at half time. Kerry outplayed their opponents using the direct route to goal and Dublin forwards particularly Kevin Heffernan overdid the close passing and solo running up cul de sacs in the face of teak tough tacking from the Kerry backs. Only a late goal from Ollie Freaney from a penalty put a better gloss on a poor disappointing Dublin display.

Farnham Cup at County Cavan Golf Club Eamonn English off 9 beats Phil Lawlor playing off 14 2 up.

Breffni Park Draw 1^st £20 John Coyle Mons Terrace 2^nd  J Casher GNR Cavan 3^rd Josie Hick 29 College Street £1 each Father PJ Gargan Miss Smith The Clinic and Con Smith Butlersbridge.Promoter’s Prize Mrs Packie Leonard Bridge Street.

Cavan Boy Scout’s Accordion Band in ‘Beginner’s Please’ broadcast on Radio Eireann from the County Hall Mullingar.

Jimmy Veale of the Anglo Celt Staff and native of Dungarvan County Waterford marries Mary Murray daughter of Mr and Mrs P Murray Lisdoonan County Monaghan.

Gramophone Recital in Farnham Hotel by Fathers Bob McCabe and AB McGrath.

Eugene J Timmoney son of Mr and Mrs PJ Timmoney 55 Thornhill Road Mount Merion Dublin weds Helen McCarren in the Cathedral of Saints Patrick and Phelim Cavan.The bride daughter of Margaret (daisy) Nee Smith and the late Patrick McCarren was given away by her uncle Tom. Eileen and Bernadette (sisters) were The Bridesmaids while Mr A J Timoney was  Best Man Groomsman Gerard A Timmoney.The celebrant was Father James J O Reilly Adm Cavan and the Reception was held in the Park Hotel Virginia with the honeymoon abroad.

October 8th 1955 “Television comes to Cavan free demonstration in your own home after sales service models from 60 guineas. Smyth’s 60 Main Street Cavan Phone Cavan 88”.

Visitation to Killygarry cemetery very well attended and all plots tidied up for the occasion. Rosary and Benediction by Father James J O Reilly Adm assisted by Rev Charles Cartwright. The visitation of Cullies cemetery will take place next Sunday at 4 o clock.

Death of Katherine A (Bazie) Smith NT Crubany House. She succeeded her father Joe as Secretary Cavan Pension Committee. She was extremely careful and efficient in her dealings. Survived by her brother Philip S ‘Crubany House’ and Mrs E O Gorman formerly of The Stores Ballyhaise. Funeral from the Cathedral to Killygarry.

Death of Patrick Cograve Farmer Kilnavara. Survived by his wife and 2 daughters. Funeral from the Cathedral to Cullies.

Bridge Club AGM President Dr BT Cullen Captain Gerry Hunt Committee Father Sean O Reilly M/S J M Breen W Browne MA WR Reardon Dermot Morgan and JP Mansfield.

Cavan Town beat Longford 3-1 at home. Backs were outstanding breaking up any threats from Longford while the forward line were tricky dainty and deadly in their finishing. Scorers for Cavan Andy McGahon Andy Mohan and top scorer Gene Cullivan. Cavan Gerry Maguire Sean Brady Frank Johnston Michael Jermyn George McClarey Andy Mohan Andy McGahon Jimmy Deignan G McDonagh and Gene Cullivan.

October 15^th 1955”Look out for the name Fox’s of Cavan. Farm boots made from specially selected material nailed or plain soles”.

Tommy Smyth Electrician Butlersbridge erects the new chandeliers in the Cathedral which cost £1,000 and the new Marble Pulpit is nearing completion. New Public Address System to be installed shortly. Proceeds from the weekly silver collection and the Parochial Bazaar which made a profit of £2,000 are being used to defray the expense.

Stephen Keaveney Butlersbridge is 1^st place in Ireland and wins the Overend Scholarship in his final Solicitor exams. He is serving his apprenticeship in TJ Fitzpatrick’s Solicitors Farnham Street.

George Maloney son of GV and Eileen Farnham Street passes his final Solicitor exams with honours. George served his apprenticeship with his father.

Father PJ Gargan and Charles Cartwright lead the large congregation in reciting the Rosary and De Profundis at a packed Cullies cemetery visitation where great praise was heaped on the relatives for attending to their graves.

Boy Scout’s Accordion and Harmonica Bands are the outstanding stars of ‘Beginners Please’ on Radio Eireann. Members of the Band who took part were Eddie Kirby Oliver Cassidy Tony O Dowd Brian Finlay Sean Smith Fergal Moore Terry Smith Eamonn Gaffney and drummer Eamonn Brady. The Band was under the Baton of Scoutmaster John Donohoe.

CYMS Whist Top Score Benny Cafferty 1^st Lady Mrs Arnold 2^nd Lady Mrs P Marron Ashe Street 1^st Gent Anselem Lovett 2^nd Gent HL Smith.

Father ABC McGrath gives the recital at Cavan Gramophone Society. Next recital by Heather Fletcher Killeshandra.

October 22^nd 1955 Breffni Park Draw 1^st £20 J Maguire Drumbar 2^nd Miss M Maguire 3^rd£2 Mrs Sullivan 1 Main Street. Promoter’s Prize MJ Galligan.

An impressive Yugoslavia defeat the Republic of Ireland 4-1 in front of a 22,000 crowd  all of whom had ignored pleas by the Archbishop of Dublin to boycott the match as a mark of protest against the imprisonment of Archbishop Stepinac by the Yugoslavian authorites. President Sean T O Kelly refuses to attend and the Army Number 1 Band were with withdrawn by the Minister of Defence with no other band willing to step into the breach. Thousands of tickets returned to the Association who refunded the money to those not willing to attend.

Cavan Town beat Bailieborough Celtic 5-2 in Bailieborough. Feature of the game was the ding dong struggle between Cavan Town’s outstanding forwards and the strong Bailieborough defence which Cavan shaded with superior fitness and finesse. Gerry Maguire in the Cavan goals was outstanding saving a penalty and inspiring confidence while George McClarey and Michael Jermyn were the outstanding defenders while Mohan 2 John Lennon Gene Cullivan and McDonagh were the scorers in a fast moving clever Cavan attack. Cavan team Gerry Maguire Sean Brady Frank Johnstone Michael Jermyn George McClarey Sean McManus Andy McGahon Gerry McDonagh Andy Mohan Gene Cullivan and John Lennon.

Death of the legendary Thomas (Tommy) Smyth Railway Hotel brother of ME Smyth Pound Archway and Con Smyth Main Street. Tommy and his wife Mary were proprietors of the Railway Hotel which is a very popular venue for sporting and cultural organisations to hold their functions. Tommy is survived by his wife Mary son Paddy daughter Mary brother and sister. Funeral was the largest seen in Cavan for many years in the Cathedral with burial afterwards in Drumkilly Cemetery with the cortege stretching to over 100 cars. Father ABC McGrath officiated.

CYMS Whist Top Score Mrs Morris Ivy Cottage Farnham Road 1^st Lady Mrs O Rourke 2^nd Mrs Susan Rehill 1^st Gent B Sloan Ballinagh 2^nd Gent Mattie Corcoran.

The tiny Pike theatre stages the first ever production of Samuel Beckett’s ‘Waiting for Godot’ which was slammed by the London critics.

CYMS 1956 President Gerry M Lovett Vice President Mick Fox Secretary Anselem Lovett Treasurer Larry Clarke. Committee Tom McCusker Eugene Monahan Joe Higgins Mattie Corcoran and Phil Lawlor.

Presentation to Thomas Donlon (Inspector of Schools) by Dr Jack Sullivan Captain from the members of County Cavan Golf Club on the occasion of his departure on promotion to Ennis County Clare .Thomas and his family spent 6 ½ very happy years in Cavan where he was resident in Saint Phelim’s Place. Prominent  member of County Cavan Golf Club Saint Vincent De Paul Cavan Bridge Club Organiser for Cavan District INTO and a founder member of Cumainn Seanchas an Cabhain.

October 29^th 1955 John Smith Mountnuggent at the age of 21 wins the Irish Hospital’s Sweepstake on the Cambridgeshire in which he had a ½ share worth £25,000 when ‘Retrial was placed 1^st in the Cambridgeshire. It is the first time ever that the top prize has come to County Cavan. Mrs Philip Reilly Housewife and Gretta Cusack (14) school girl at Cavan Technical School Michael Cooney Farmer’s son John Reilly County Council Rate Collector Killymeehan Stradone each held 1/8 shares and receive £6,250 each. Hugh McDermott Drumnick Stradone and Labourer Cavan County Council was the seller of the winning ticket and receives £1,000.

Death of Joan F McCabe Drumalee relict of the late Patrick McCabe Master of Cavan Workhouse. Known throughout a wide area for her charity and kindness. Survived by her family brother and sister. Funeral from the Cathedral to Kilmessan County Meath.

Harry Dawson Keadue Lodge is presented with a solid gold pen by the Management of Saint Barnabas Hospital New York for not missing a days work in 15 years distinguished service to the Hospital.

Death of Joseph Allen well known local general dealer Mitchell Street and latterly Tullac Mongan. Father PJ Gargan officiated at the well attended funeral from the Cathedral to Cullies Cemetery.

Death of Clara E Tyndall Nee Gordon at the residence of her brother in law W Wallace Church Street. She was predeceased by her sister Mrs Wallace a few weeks ago. Funeral from Cavan Parish Church to Kilmore Cemetery.

Sympathy is extended to Mr Michael J Galligan General Manager Providers on the death of his sister Sister Consiglo a native of Denn at Saint Michael’ Convent Streatham Common London. She was also a sister of John Galligan Carrickabawn and Rev Brother Crispin OFM Athlone.

CYMS Whist Top Score Mrs Bee Donohoe Abbey Street 1^st Lady Mrs Arnold 2^nd Mrs Bell 1^st Gent Joe Brady 2^nd Gent Joe Higgins.

Publication of Lord Kilbracken’s autobiography ‘Living Like a Lord’ containing 12 chapters dealing with the difficulties in combining his lives in London and Carrigallen both as a Peer and Farmer.

November 5^th 1955 Princess Margaret stuns the world by announcing that she will not marry the love of her life Group Captain Peter Townsend as the latter is divorced from his first wife. “She is putting her Christian values Country Commonwealth before all personal considerations” said a statement from Clarence House in London.

Cootehill celebrate the double of League and Championship for the 1^st time since 1932 as they beat Mullahoran in the County Cavan League Final at Breffni Park.

Death of Michael Gilsenan Lisreagh highly respected throughout a wide area. He was a decent honourable charitable man. Survived by his wife and family. Father Charles Cartwright officiated  at the Funeral from the Cathedral to Killygarry cemetery.

Gramophone Society recital by  Heather Fletcher Killeshandra. Next week will be the turn of Ann English Church Street.

CYMS Whist Top Score Gerry Moore Saint Phelim’s Place 1^st Lady AM O Reilly 1^st Gent Frank Tully.

Death of well known Dublin Publican Matt Smith owner of many public houses in Dublin. He later established the famous ‘Step Inn’ at Stepaside. Native of Corrahoe Stradone he served his time to the licensed trade before branching out on his own in Dublin. He took a prominent part in the fight for Independence and was imprisoned  twice. Founder member of Cavan Association in Dublin he served for many years as Treasurer. Keen GAA follower he was a well known sight in Coke Park carrying the blue and white flag of his native ciunty.Travelled by ship to New York in September 1947 to witness Cavan win their 3^rd All Ireland at the expense of Kerry in the Polo Grounds. Saint Mary’s Church Stepaside was packed to the door for the funeral to Glasnevin cemetery with many people travelling up from Cavan. Survived by his wife sons brothers sister relatives and a wide circle of friends.

November 12^th 1955 Wilfred HR McGauran Aural Surgeon Harley Street London and late of Church Street Cavan is conferred with the Order of the Knight of Saint Gregory The Great at Saint George’s Cathedral Southwark London by Most Rev Dr Cowdray Bishop of Southwark. His father was Medical Officer in County Home Cavan. He has been practicing in London since 1930s and all his family are members of the Medical profession. He qualified at UCD taking his MD at The Royal College of Surgeons Dublin.He pioneered the Fenestration operation for deafness in England.

Death of Rev Mother Mary Judge Saint Clare’s Convent at the age of 90. She spent all her religious life in Cavan and was a native of County Roscommon. All her family were in Religion and she is survived by 1 sister Sister Mary Stanislaus Carlow. Father JJ O Reilly

Adm was the chief celebrant at her funeral in the Convent Chapel to the adjoining cemetery. Chanters in Choir Father A B McGrath CC and Father JJ O Reilly PP Denn.

Breffni Park Draw 1^st and £20 Katie Murphy Tullac Mongan 2^nd J Goldrick Killeshandra 3^rd M Bergin Church Street Promoter’s Prize Joe O Rourke Market Square.

Dermot Morgan celebrates 21 years as Secretary County Cavan Golf Club with a Banquet in the Ulster Arms at which a presentation was

made to him to mark the milestone. The Anglo Celt in a tribute to the legendary Dermot trace the history of County Cavan Golf Club which was founded in 1894 in Killynebber on land owned by the Lough family who lived in Killynebber House (Conlon’s).joined the Golfing Union of Ireland in 1899 and in 1923 the Club located to a new site at Drumelis and has gone from strength to strength ever since. Dr Jack Sullivan Captain presented Dermot with a record player and an album of records and there followed a Social evening with members staging their own sketches while Mrs Maisie Magee accompanied the many singers on the piano.

Crosserlough retain their Minor crown beating Cavan Slashers 2-11 to 2-3  in the Final in Breffni Park. Slashers coped well enough for the first half but the bigger stronger Crosserlough team imposed themselves on the game to run out decisive winners. Donal Crotty Sean Byers Phil Maguire and county star Brian O Reilly outstanding while Andy Brady was the best forward afield. Daly and Jim Meehan were outstanding in defence for the Slashers while Con Smith Jimmy ‘Inky’ Sheridan and Dessie Agnew played soundly for the Slashers in attack. Crosserlough led by 2-3 to 0-3 at half time but goals from Dessie Agnew and Con Smith put a shine on the score for the Slashers.

Death of Annie H O Rourke 18 Owen Roe Terrace. Predeceased by her husband Joe less than 1 year ago. She is survived by her sons daughters brothers sisters. Rev PJ Gargan officiated at the funeral from the Cathedral to Killygarry cemetery.

November 19th 1955 Deputation to Minister for Health hear from the Minister that the long awaited new Hospital for Cavan will be shelved until the earliest 1959 as the Government have no money for the project. County Manager states that planning will continue on the site which is adjacent to the Courthouse and the Hospital will be built  when funds become available in a few short years !

Breffni Park Draw 1^st and £20 Cissie Blessing Main Street 2^nd £5 T Smith Stragella 3^rd £3 E Smith Tullac Mongan £1 each Tommy Smith C/o Blessings Mrs Hand Church Street and P Lee Drumulen Ricehill Promoter’s Prize Betty Breslin Coleman Road.

Polio scare in Cavan town. All meetings gathering are banned until further notice. Four suspected cases are admitted to Isolation Hospital Clondalkin where 2 cases were confirmed as Polio. The Polio is caused by a virus from the bowel and all local schools are closed. No football games cinema or dances permitted. Dr M A Courtney issuing a list of guidelines which are aimed at containing the outbreak.

November 26th 1955 There are now 175 television sets installed in the Republic of Ireland with reception and picture quality from the Divis Mountain transmitter in Belfast reported as very satisfactory particularly in the higher regions of Cavan.

Dennis Barratt and his Orchestra from Tralee entertain a capacity attendance at the ‘Bachelor’s Ball’ in the Town Hall. Later supper was served to chosen guests from all over Ireland in the Ulster Arms Hotel.

Longford beat Cavan 2-1 in a thrilling encounter at the Showground’s in Longford. Longford led 1-0 at halftime before adding to their tally early in the 2^nd half when John Lennon pulled 1 back for Cavan. Best for a very impressive Cavan team were Jermyn Meeham and McDonagh.

December 3rd 1955 Seamus McFerran President of the GAA unveils a 10 foot high headstone to John Joe O Reilly at the Derries cemetery Killeshandra on the 3rd anniversary of the late John Joe’s death. Prominent players and officials joined Army NCOs from all over the country attending Mass in Saint Bridget’s Church celebrated by Father J O Donohoe C C. The headstone was blessed by Father James Sheridan PP VF Killeshandra.the ceremony concluded with Father J O Donohoe reciting a decade of the Rosary in Irish. Wreaths were laid by John Joe’s widow Olive Simon Deignan on behalf of the All Ireland Champions 1947/1948 Phil Brady on behalf of the 1955 team MJ Mullin Chairman County Board Sean Flanagan Mayo on behalf of the Clubs Cumainn Peil. The many guests were entertained to lunch in The Railway Hotel Killeshandra.The Celtic Cross was made of Ballinasloe Limestone sculptured by Frank Rennix Kilnaleck. The chief guests were Olive widow Brian Breffni sons Sorrani and Alva daughters. Parents Mr and Mrs John O Reilly brothers Tom Francis Vincent sisters Mrs J O Dowd and Annie O  Reilly. At the request of The Cavan Association in Dublin Mass was celebrated simultaneously with the ceremonies in Killeshandra in Rathfarnham County Dublin.

Death of Bridget Gaffney at the residence of her nephew Ben Gaffney Publican Upper Main Street. She was of advanced years and was ailing for sometime. Deeply religious and charitable, she was a member of many of the Cathedral Sodalities Father Charles Cartwright officiated at the funeral from the Cathedral to Drumkilly.

Sympathy is extended to Paddy Brady ‘Narrick’s Bridge’ and Alice Donohoe Bridge Street on the death of their brother John Brady at a Dublin Hospital. He was the local Superintendent for the Irish Assurance Company in Clones. The Funeral took place in Clones.

Douglas Anderson Latt gives an outstanding recital of light classical music at the Gramophone Society in the Farnham Hotel. Next recital same venue by Miss Storey.

CYMS Whist Drive Top Score Mrs Storey Swellan Cavan 1^st Gent Sean Fitzpatrick Ballinagh 2^nd Gent Pa Sheridan Upper Main Street 1^st Lady Bee Donohoe Abbey Street 2^nd Joint Mrs Casey and Baby Weir.

Sympathy is extended to P J O Flangan Church Street on the death of his mother Catherine O Flanagan wife of F O Flanagan Bishop Street Ballyshannon. Survived by her husband sons daughters relatives. Burial took place in Kinlough County Leitrim.

Censorship Board ban ’Molloy’ by Samuel Beckett ‘The Quiet American’ by Graham Greene and ‘Lolita’ by Vladimir Nabokov.

February 18^th 1956 Gala All star Concert featuring Charlie Byrne Kathleen Watkins Eugene Lambert Ventriloquest.The Boy Scouts Harmonica and Accordion Band will also participate and a feature of the local input is a Camp Scene with script by Father Torlac O Reilly in the Town Hall in aid of Cavan CBSI Fund Admission 4/- 3/6 2/-.

Sullivan’s Number 1 Main Street and 1 Church Street remains unsold at Public Auction in the Farnham Hotel where the Auctioneer was Con P Smith and Son MIAA.

Death of Bernard Smith 32 Tullac Ronaghan. Survived by his son Hughie daughters and sisters. Father James J O Reilly officiated at the Funeral Mass from the Cathedral to Killygarry cemetery.

Frank Reilly Church Street sustains serious shoulder injuries after the van he was driving was in collision with a lorry belonging to Smith’s Garage at the entrance to the GNR Station Cavan. Frank is recuperating in the Surgical Hospital.

8^th Annual Fireman’s Ball in the Town Hall packed to capacity with the Hall beautifully decorated and spots for every dance.

Andy O Brien Secretary Killygarry Rural Electrification states that the scheme is almost completed and the official turn on will take place at the end of April 1956.

CYMS Whist Top Score P Keaveney 1^st Lady Josephine McEntee 2^nd Mrs M J Galligan 1^st Gent Jerome Casey 2^nd Gent Mick Galligan.

February 25th 1956 Tom Maguire makes the Sub’s bench on the Ireland tem to play the Combined Universities on March 18^th at Croke Park. Pat Carolan and Jim McDonnell will line out for the Combined Universities.

Girl’s Club Whist Drive Top Score J Brady £2 1^st Gent John Clarke 2^nd Gent Joe Higgins 1^st Lady Peggy Costello 2^nd Lady Mrs Bob Simpson.

Girl’s Club Whist Drive Top Score J Brady 1^st Gent John Clarke 2^nd Gent Joe Higgins (100 Cigarettes) 1^st Lady Peggy Costello 2^nd Lady Mrs Simpson (Pair of Nylons)

Dog and Gun Club Social in The Imperial Hotel featuring Tommy (Tolly) O Donnell Ulster’s Louis Armstrong accompanied by Jimmy Tully Des Jenkins Joe Higgins Mick Lyons Shantemon and M Lynch Stradone.

De La Salle Flageolet Band make their concert debut at the All Star Comaltas Ceoltori Eireann Concert in the Town Hall. Micheal Smyth Leader Robert Gray Damian Dillon Emmanuel Kennedy Liam Cooke Dermot Burke. Other local artistes included Sheila Brady Mary Teresa O Reilly Kevin Downey Kathleen Lyons Kathleen Keogan all from the Power School of Dancing and Dermot and Colm Smith billed as Comedians from Longford. The MC was Sean Óg O Tuama.

March 3^rd 1956 Holy Father Pius XII celebrates his 80^th Birthday on the 2^nd March 1956. Special Masses are celebrated all over the  World including Cavan where Bishop Quinn presided at a packed Cathedral. In Armagh where Cardinal Dalton was the principal celebrant and the Pro Cathedral in Dublin where Archbishop John Charles McQuaid presided while in Westminster Cathedral in London Cardinal Griffin presided at a Special concelebrated Mass to mark the Pontiff’s birthday and 17^th anniversary of his election as Supreme Pontiff.

Enthusiasm for the redevelopment of Breffni Park begins to peter out as the stadium falls into a state of relevant disrepair with seats and grass maintenance falling into neglect. Committee 1956 Chairman TM Gilroy Vice Chairman Gerry Lovett Treasurer Mattie Corcoran Secretary Tommy Hughes Committee Maurice Brady Ned Coke Seamus Gilheaney Tommy O Reilly The Regal MJ Galligan Jimmy Finlay Eugene Monaghan Tommy Young L Fitzsimmons Jack McConnell and Frank O Rourke. Plans are afoot to reinvigorate the weekly draw hold a bazaar and increase receipts from the sale of match day programmes.

Cavan ICA Gild President Dorie Smith Vice President Mrs Brady Secretary Phyllis Farris Treasurer Mrs Dowd Farnham Street Committee Olive Black Ms Cowell Dawson Myrtle Henderson McManus SRN Molly Finnegan and Nellie McIntyre. Maisie Magee was the pianist at the Birthday Party which followed the Annual General Meeting in the Ulster Arms Hotel.

Boy Scouts Concert Town Hall Solo acts from Joe Cullivan Gerry Maguire Mel Doherty Paddy McNamara Francis Farrelly Anthony Jackson Richard Graham and Brian Finlay. Davy Crockett was played by Tommy Carroll Saint Felim’s Place. Producers Father Torlac O Reilly and John Donohoe Scoutmaster.

Kathleen Sullivan partnered by her next door neighbour and great friend Maureen McDonald Church Street win the Captain’s Surgeon Paddy Maloney’s Prize at Cavan Bridge Club E/W Tom Hickey and Maggie Hickey.

Gavin Low Cattle Market at Cavan Showground’s report record prices with 3 year old stores fetching £50-£66 Springers £60 Fat Cows £40-£46.

March 10^th 1956 Taoiseach John A Costello will sit on the Reviewing Stand at the annual Saint Patrick’s Day Parade in New York where over 100,000 people will participate while an estimated 2 million will watch the Parade as it wends its way around 5^th Avenue.

Cavan Town draw with a teak tough Bailieboro Celtic who led at half time by 1-0 but Man of the Match Cavan’s flying winger Gene Cullivan scored the goal of the season sending a rasping left footed shot to the Bailieboro goal with time almost up to give the visitors a deserving draw.

Saint Patrick’s College have 2 representatives on the Ulster Colleges team to play Munster with Hugh Barney O Donohoe and Jimmy (The Miller) Smith the Cavan representatives .

Cavan have 6 players on the Ulster team to play Munster in the Railway Cup Final at Croke Park on Saint Patrick’s  day. Seamus Morris  Noel Reilly Jim McDonald Pat Carolan Tom Maguire and Victor Sherlock.

Frank Lynott star of the Pavillion Pantomimes as a comical duo with the great MJ (Sonny) Magee and outstanding rugby player with Cavan is transferred from the Ulster Bank Cavan to Dublin. Frank will be replaced in the Bank by Mr Kennedy Castlepollard.

De La Salle Cavan win the Assaroe Cup with their production of Iosagin at the Ballyshannon Drama Festival where Adjudicator Seamus Breathnach awarded the Cavan School 82 marks. The Producer was Rev Brother Cyril. At Navan Drama Festival the De La Salle won the School’s Shield with Ri Seamus with Paddy McCormack their smallest actor winning the overall gold medal while Brother Cyril won the gold medal for Best Producer. Iosagain Cast Liam Cooke Patsy Lee Harry Hunt Paddy McCormack Damien Dillon Joe Connolly Dermot Burke  Mickey Breslin Richard Graham Joe Hickey and F Smith. Cast Ri Seamus Liam Cooke Dermot Burke Patsy Lee Damien Dillon Paddy McCormack Harry Hunt Richard Graham.

Kathleen Smith grand daughter of Phil Wray Emmett Place wins 3 gold medals for step dancing at Bethnal Green Feis.

March 17^th 1956 Tommy McCormick Entrepreneur Supreme is now producing Day Old Ducklings at the Elmbank Hatchery. At the moment 11,000 are incubating in American style Incubators and it is expected that 50,000 will be produced this year at his state of the art facility in Cavan. Tommy is now establishing a nation wide distribution network.

First ever Saint Patrick’s Day Parade in Cavan featuring Industrial Parade and traditional Irish Music. Ceilidhe Mór in the Protestant Hall featuring Johnny Reilly from Killeshandra with admission 3/6.

Breffni Park Draw 1^st Mary Cullen College Street £20 2^nd Danny Smith Butlersbridge £5 3^rd Miss M Gaffney Acres Cavan and 3 prizes of £1 Jimmy Mulcahy C/o Benny Conaty’s M Moore 4 Mons Terrace and Paul Caffrey Drumalee. Promoter’s Prize Benny O Rourke Ashe Street £2.

March 17^th 1956 Death of the legendary Alfie Byrne TD and Lord Mayor of Dublin on 10 occasions. Alfie represented Dublin in the Dail since 1922. He was a member of the British House of Commons from 1915-1918. Decorated with the Vatican title from Pope Pius XI and recently was the recipient of an Honary Degree from Trinity College Dublin. All classes and creeds were represented at his funeral with over 150 cars in O Connell Street holding up traffic as the cortege made its way to  Glasnevin cemetery.

Over 1,000 spectators at Cavan’s first Saint Patrick’s Day Parade where there was a turn out of 30 floats and the  Labour Band followed by Drumcrow War Pipers led out the Parade followed by the  Boy Scouts and De La Salle Bands .

Reverend John Brady CSSP at home with mother in Corawelis following many years spent on the Missions in Nigeria.

Eugene Leddy’s Ceilidhe Band will broadcast for a ½ hour on Radio Eireann  next Tuesday night .

CYMS Whist Top Score Katie Murphy 1^st Gent John Weston 2^nd Gent P J Masterson 1^st Lady Mrs Carney 2^nd Lady Mrs Arnold Latt.

The Labour Band paraded as usual to the 11:30 Mass on Saint Patrick’s Day and later led out Cavan’s first Saint Patrick’s Day Parade..

March 24^th 1956 Joseph Tumulty is the Adjudicator at Cavan Drama Festival.

Ulster beat Munster to win the Railway Cup at Croke Park for the 5^th time on a score of 0-12 to 0-4 . Fielding high and kicking long they were yards ahead of their lack lustre opponents and led  by 0-5 to 0-3 at the interval. The Railway Cup was presented to Seamus Gilheaney deputising for Ulster Captain Seamus Morris after the game.

Sergeant William H Thorne who has been stationed in Cavan since 1943 is transferred on promotion to Longford. Popular and respected officer he is a native of Cork City and joined the Force in 1922 serving in Kenmare Gowran and New Town Forbes County Longford.

Sympathy is extended to Michael Reilly Ashe Street and Smith’s Garage on the death of his mother Margaret Reilly Mullacross Kingscourt.

Death of Peter O Reilly Merville Road Stillorgan  Dublin and native of Carrigallen .Spent many years in Cavan town where he was a leading member of Cavan Slashers playing in the All Ireland Final of 1891 when they were beaten by Dublin Club Commercials at Clonturk Park Dublin. Great supporter of the Cavan Senior team, he was a well known figure in Croke Park carrying the Blue  and White of Cavan.He was father of well known Radio Eireann Broadcaster P P O Reilly. There are only 2 survivors of that great Slashers team left John Scotty Brady Wolfe Tone Street and Mick McGurk College Street. He was Guest  of Honour at the opening of the refurbished Breffni Park in May 1952 and his last visit to Cavan was to attend the funeral of his great friend Andy McEntee Sports Editor of the Anglo Celt for 68 years in May 1953. The burial took place in Glasnevin Cemetery.

March 31^st 1956 Sligo Players with the Emlyn William’s play ‘Night Must Come ‘ are the winners of the Open Section and Bishop Lyons Cup at Cavan Drama Festival. Mary Watson Sligo was awarded the Gold Medal for Best Actress. Tunnyduff Pavilion Players are winners of the Hugh Lee Cup with ‘Wild Goose’. Saint Bridget’s Dramatic Society Rathnew are the winners of the Anglo Celt Cup for the Best One Act Play. Moonlight Players Castletara are the winners of the AOH Cup for the Best Rural Group. Best Producer Aileen Coughlan Athlone Little Theatre Group. Fitzpatrick Cup for Elocution went to Bridie Coffey Rathnew .Best Actor A J Faulkner Athlone Little Theatre Group.

In a rugged and robust encounter Butlersbridge powered by many of the stars of the 1953 Minor Championship winners beat new club Farnham 3-5 to 2-4 at the new pitch in Farnham. Scorers for the Bridge Ken Browne 2-4 Brian Myles 1-1. Scorers for Farnham Packie Dunne 1-1 Dessie Agnew 1-0 .

At a largely attended meeting in the Farnham Hotel a new hurling club yet to be named was founded and the officers will be elected at the next meeting on Friday 6^th April at  the same venue.

Death of Teresa McCabe 13 Francis Street widow of the late Bernard Proprietor of McCabe’s Hotel Upper Main Street which was later known as the Erskine Hotel (P A Smyth’s).She is survived by her son Charles and 2 daughters including Margaret who is the popular Chairman of the Ladies Committee Cavan Drama Festival. Father P J Gargan officiated at the funeral from the Cathedral to Killygarry cemetery.

Death of the very popular Margaret ‘Nan’ Elliott at the residence of her daughter Margaret Maguire 42 Upper Main Street where she has resided for some time .She was widow of Charlie Elliott well known Pig Dealer and sister of the legendary Mick McGurk College Street and Hugh ‘Parnell’ McGurk . She is survived by her daughter Margaret Maguire and son Paddy Elliott well known Building Contractor Cavan and Sligo. Funeral  from the Cathedral to Cullies Cemetery.

Death of Bernard Dunne ‘Dew Drop Inn’ .He was a native of Drumsilla Butlersbridge.  Predeceased by his wife some years ago ,he spent many years in America before returning home some time ago. Funeral from the Cathedral to Urney Cemetery.

Death of Mary O Hagan Tullac Mongan. Sympathy is extended to all the relatives. Funeral from the Cathedral to Cullies.

Proceeds of the very successful Vera Brady Fashion Show in the Town Hall are donated to Cavan District  Nursing Organisation.

Cow belonging to Billy McCabe Lake View gives birth to twins a cow and a heifer!

April 7^th 1956 Seamus McFerran President of the GAA welcomes the introduction of television which will further promote Gaelic games both here and in Britain.

M J Smith makes a presentation to Frank Lynott on the occasion of his departure from Cavan to take up a similar position with Ulster Bank in Dublin. Frank was a leading member of the Pavilion Musical Society and formed a comedy partnership with M J Sonny Magee that was the highlight of the Pantomimes from the very start. He was also a leading member of Cavan Rugby Club.Des Jenkins and his Orchestra supplied the music.

After their recent success in Drogheda Maureen Hunt and Maureen McDonald are the local favourites to win the prestigious Dr BT Cullen Trophy which will be decided in the Farnham Hotel next Sunday .

Michael Jordan Wolfe Tone Street caught two monster pike of 14 lbs in Stradone.

Killeshandra Co Op Chairman Dr C J Bourke tells shareholders at the 59^th Annual General Meeting in Killeshandra that their Co Op had turnover of £800,000 for processing 5.25 million gallons of milk.

Winners at Sligo Feis Cheoil include Jean Mackeral Valerie Henderson and Ann Riordan Royal School Cavan while Belinda M Storey Bingfield Crossdoney and Heather Fletcher Killeshandra are 1^st in Quick Practice Piano .

April 14^th 1956 State reports a deficit of £14.6 million after showing a deficit of £16.50 million in 1954.

Death of Edward O Reilly ‘Cavan House’ Bridge Street and Drumcrow Corlesmore. Survived by his sister Rose Smith and other relatives to whom sympathy is extended .Funeral from the Cathedral to Killygarry.

“McConville’s Perm and Hairdressing Cosmetic Salon 11 Main Street Phone Cavan 19 next door to  the Farnham Hotel”.

Death of Mary K Gough relict of Hugh Gough General Merchant and sister of James Gillic Belturbet. She was sister in law of James Gough Publican Church Street. Funeral from the Cathedral to Kilnavart cemetery.

John Cosgrove Engineer weds Sheila McCarren in the Cathedral of Saints Patrick and Phelim Cavan.The Groom is son of Mr and Mrs D Cosgrove Granard while the Bride is daughter of Tom and Minnie McCarren Brookvale Cavan.The Bridesmaids were Valerie McCarren sister Bernadette McCarren cousin and Rose Cosgrove sister of the Groom. The Best Man was Dr T Donohoe Granard while the Brides’ brother Andrew was Groomsman. Father Brian McNamara was the Chief Celebrant assisted by Fathers F Sheridan CSSP Kimmage Manor J Woods CC Granard P J Gargan while Father ABC McGrath was on the Organ.

Breffni Park Draw 1^st F Loughlin Latt £20 2^nd Jim Mulvaney c/o Johnny Brady’s £5Michael Walsh College View. Promoter’s Prize Joe O Rourke  Market Square.

Owen Roe Hurling Club founded following a meeting in the Farnham Hotel. President Jack McConnell Vice President Dr Brian Galligan Chairman Pat PO Neill Anglo Celt Treasurer Jimmy McEntee Committee E Kingston S Lynch Reverend Brothers Cassenus Cyril Dinny McMorrow Anselem Lovett Garda John Mulvey and Ray McIntyre, Practice in Breffni Park for challenge games against clubs from Monaghan Dublin and Westmeath.

Farewell Social and Presentation to Mike Jenkins Sean (Spider) Donohoe Jack Lally and Frankie Lynott by County Cavan Rugby Club in the Town Hall. Music by the Des Jenkins Orchestra. The Presentation was made by Arthur Fagan Solicitor Cavan U D C.

Sympathy is extended to Mrs Surgeon Cullen on the death of her brother Richard K Mohan Castlepollard who was killed in an accident. Richard had recently been promoted to Manager Hibernian Bank Trim. Bishop Hanley of Elphin presided at the Funeral Mass from Sligo Cathedral . The burial took place in Boyle.

Sympathy is extended to J P Mansfield County Engineer on the death of his step mother Elizabeth Mansfield Clondalkin who was married to the late Edward Mansfield President of the I N T O.

Huge turnout for the Dr B T Cullen Open Bridge Cup in the Farnham Hotel. The first holders are J P Morgan Dublin and Mrs N Faul Duleek P Morgan is a brother of Dermot Morgan Cavan and is well known in Bridge Tournament circles while Mrs Faul is presently President of the Irish Contract  Bridge Association .

April 21^st 1956 Wedding of the Decade takes place in Monaco when American film star Grace Kelly marries Prince Rainier of Monaco in the Cathedral of Saint Nicholas in Monte Carlo. The 22 years old Irish American whose descendants hailed from County Mayo was presented with a Ruby Tiara by well known Casino and Shipping Magnate Aristotle Onassis valued at £5,000. All houses in the town who owned a TV were packed to capacity to witness the glittering ceremony relayed by Eurovision to BBC Northern Ireland .

Car driven by Pat (Stick) Donohoe in collision with a cyclist at Moynehall Cavan named Philip Galligan Thomascourt. Detained in Hospital as a result of the accident are George Leinster Wolfe Tone Street James O Brien Brdge Street and James McKenna Faragh Crossdoney .

Paddy McCormack son of Tommy and Maisie Tullac Mongan and Olive Magee daughter of Sean Magee Merchant Bridge Street (Tom Boylan’s ) are the winners of the two Scholarships to Donegal Gaeltacht.

Eileen Reardon Cavan I C A wins the Gold  Medal for Public Speaking at Sligo Feis Mrs Eileen Maloney Cavan was 3^rd .

April 28^th 1956 Death of Ida Costello wife of John A Costello Taoiseach. she had been ill for a considerable time. John Charles McQuaid Archbishop of Dublin presided at the Funeral Mass from the Church of the Sacred Heart Donnybrook when among the attendance was the President Sean T O Kelly. Messages of sympathy pour in from all over the World.

Death of William Bill Sheridan 20 Saint Brigid’s Terrace .For many years he was Caretaker of the Pavilion and was an outstanding Grounds man marking the courts mowing the lawns and making it one of the finest venues in this part of the country. In  the Winter months  he was employed in the Elmbank Hatchery. Survived by his wife Elizabeth sons Jimmy Jackie Frank Liam and daughter Rosaleen Murray. Funeral from the Cathedral to Saint Brigid’s Killygarry.

Teddy Cinnamond wins the Mens Doubles and Mixed Doubles at the Midland Championship in Dublin partnering Mr G Payne and Miss L Peard.

The drive to extend the Electricity grid continues with the official switch on of the Crubany Killygarry area with Andy O Brien NT Chief Local Organiser. There are now 172,000 Rural customers with  the aim to extend this number to 288.000

Paddy Duffy Sean ‘Spider Donohoe Anglo Celt Staff Paddy and Desmond Jenkins are made a presentation at a Social to mark their emigration to Canada as they sail on the Saint Columba which will dock in Canada in  a few days time. Des and Paddy were leading members of the Pavilion Musical Society who made a generous presentation to them on  the occasion.

Death of AH Smith (Alexander Harry ) Church Street and 87 Main Street.He was a well known figure in the business life of Cavan and was an expert Jeweller and Watchmaker whose family graced the business  life of Cavan for almost 50 years. He was quick to embrace  all changes and was the main Murphy Radio dealer for County Cavan enjoying a very enviable reputation as a dealer and service man. He was ill for some time and is succeeded in the business by his son A E ‘Ernie’ Smith who continues to carry on this long established business in Cavan. Alexander was a brilliant gardener and was a leading Exhibitor and prize-winner at Cavan Show. Survived by his son A E daughter in law and grandson. The funeral was one of the largest ever seen in the Protestant Parish Church with the cortege stretching the entire length of Farnham Street to Kilmore Cemetery where Alexander H Smith was laid to rest with Rev Archdeacon Shire MA officiating .

May 5^th 1956 Drumalee beat Farnham Shamrock’s 3-3 to 0-1 in a Junior League clash. Farnham had many chances including kicking a penalty wide but Drumalee were much more experienced and accomplished than the newcomers who coped well with the rain and bad soft muddy conditions at the Farnham venue. Drumalee led by 2-1 to 0-1 at half time. Scorers for Drumalee Brady 3-0 Austin Reilly 0-3 Donie Fay 0-2 while Jackson scored the home side’s only point in the first half .Tom Doogan Annagh was the Referee.

Meanwhile Butlersbridge powered by their recent Minor Championship stars continue to impress beating local rivals Cavan Harps 5-3 to 1-5 before a large attendance at Butlersbridge leading by 4-1 to 1-2 at the interval. The Bridge defence dominated exchanges in the 2^nd half .Scorers for the Bridge McPhillips 2-0 Lynch 2-0 Ken Browne 1-0 Sean Browne Con Smith Brian Myles 0-1 each while the Harps replies per Pappy McNamara 1-0 Tom McNamara Jimmy Sheridan and Cathal Young 0-1 each.

Sheila O Reilly from Church Street is this week’s winner of £20 the top prize in the Breffni Park Draw 2^nd Nellie Meehan 1 Saint Brigid’s Terrace 3^rd Tommy Smith C/o Blessing’s £1 each B Dowd Dew Drop Inn Anselem Lovett Cathedral Road and P Smith 44 Main Street.

Sympathy is extended to F H McNulty and family ‘La Moye’ Farnham Road on the death of their baby daughter in a Dublin Hospital. College Street Wolfe Tone Street and Emmett Place are among the areas to continue to honour the Blessed Virgin as the Queen of the May with flowers strewn in salute across the mantles and front doors on May 1^st .

Ina and Margaret Hickey win the Cavan Bridge Championship 2^nd A G Hunt and Dr Bourke 3^rd S T McLoughlin and Tommy McCormick. Prizes were presented by J P Mansfield and Dermot Morgan.

Death of the legendary Mick McGurk College Street at the age of 88 in the Surgical Hospital .He was Cavan and Cavan Slashers most important player for many years .Known as ‘ Big Mick he stood at 6 foot 4 inches and was built like a tank. His middle name was ‘ consistency’ and he never played a poor game for Cavan or the Slashers .Played for the Slashers in the famous All Ireland Semi Final against New Ireland’s  Dublin at Clonturk Park in 1891.He subsequently attended all of Cavan’s All Ireland Final appearances except the victory against Kerry in the Polo Grounds .He was always included in all celebrations and occasions in Cavan football history including the funerals of P J Duke and John Joe O Reilly where his presence lent an air of continuity to the occasions. The McGurks were Cavan’s leading builders for over 100 years and Mick did his utmost to enhance their reputation. He was a gentleman and his courtesy and considerate nature were legendary. Survived by 1 son Thomas Widnes England 4 daughters Mrs Harman Derry Mrs B Bohane Essex England Mrs A Duffy O Rahilly Street and the great singer and artist Molly McGurk.Never of the biggest crowds ever to attend a funeral were assembled for the Removal and Funeral Mass of Mick McGurk celebrated by Father AB McGrath who also officiated at the Graveside in Cullies .Drumalee GFC Cavan Slashers GFC and Cavan Harps provided the Guard of Honour.

Death of Philip McDonagh ex RIC officer Cavan in Sandycove Dublin .Native of Tempo County Fermanagh he was stationed in Cavan  town for many years. He is survived by his wife family and brother Thomas.

 

May 12^th 1956 Des Jenkins Orchestra members are asked to stand in as replacements at a Boxing tournament in Burtonport Co Donegal. Both Eamonn Donohoe and Leo Ronan agreed to stand in for two boxers who didn’t show up and won their contests and Leo was voted the Boxer of the Night before entertaining the huge crowd until way after midnight .

Fancy Dress Parade sponsored by Cavan Tennis Club winners Overall Frances Sullivan ‘Oh to be in Doonaree’ Original Mary McEntee ‘The Ratepayers ’ Most Humorous Des Ormsby and John English ‘Cavan Chamber of Commerce’ Best Group Lorraine McCarren Doreen Gaffney Gwyen Arnold Jill Arnold Rena Tully Sandra Smith M/S Harry Hunt Joe Hickey Pat Gaffney Brian Sullivan Kevin Gaffney and Gareth  Cusack. Best Couple Philip and Dorothy Smyth.

Death of Patrick McKiernan 12 Breffni Terrace . Survived by his wife and family. Member of the Irish Army during the Emergency and the Guard of Honour was formed by members of the Ex Servicemen from the Cathedral to Cullies Cemetery.

Death of Thomas Keyes a native of Virgina but resident for some years in Breffni Terrace. Sympathy is extended to his wife and other relatives. Funeral from the Cathedral to Cullies .

Hearty Congratulations to Joe G and Agnes Reilly Southern Drive Loughton Essex England on the birth of triplet boys. Joe is the well  known playwright and writer from Drumcrave and both are former members of Cavan County Council Staff. Agnes is a daughter of JJ O Reilly County Council Termon Virginia.

Jack McCarthy son of County Manager Dermot  McCarthy from Rock Cross Cavan emigrates to Chicago as he sails from Cobh he brings with him a set of laminated hurleys for a famous Club in Chicago. Jack has already secured a position with  the Bell Telephone Company in Chicago.

May 19^th 1956” Smith’s Stores leaders in television radio and electrical also stocking prams and cycles open to the public at 1-

3 Dublin Road Phone 194”.

Feast of Saint John Bosco De La Salle celebrated in Cavan with the new Flagelot band leading out the school to Mass in the Cathedral celebrated by Father Jimmy O Reilly Adm while Rev AB McGrath was on the organ conducting the School Choir. Afterwards all the pupils were rewarded with sweets and minerals in the school.

Clive Anderson Royal School wins the piano section Feis Cheoil and is booked to broadcast from Radio Eireann in the next few weeks.

Garda Superintendent Patrick Hennelly is transferred from Cavan to Enniscrone County Sligo. Native of Castlebar he joined the Force in 1922 attached to the Military Police quickly rising to the rank of Quartermaster Sergeant when in 1930 he joined the Garda where he was first stationed at the Phoenix Park. During this time he established himself as a leading boxer and won several Garda titles at all weights. He fought all over Britain and Ireland as a Middleweight and represented Ireland on a regular basis at International level participating in the Golden Gloves in Chicago. He was Irish Middleweight Champion on several occasions and European Police Champion. His passion was Boxing and every place that he was posted he established thriving Boxing Clubs including Ballyhaise and Cavan on two occasions. In 1949 he was promoted to the rank of Sergeant and was posted to Ballyhaise .Inspector O Sullivan made a presentation to Sergeant Henley on behalf of his colleagues in Cavan Garda Station.

Terence S Smyth ACIS ‘Annalee House’ 7 Cootehill Road  author of the ‘ Civic History of the Town of Cavan’ is attending the Annual meeting of the Institute in Dublin-the first time it has been held outside England .

P N Smith Chairman and RS Black Secretary report to the AGM of the Society that the Cavan Show had receipts of £1,097 with a resulting profit of £74 after paying all expenses on the 1955 Show.

May 26^th 1956 In a deluge of rain Saint Patrick’s College open their new football pitch. Labour Band parade from the town while the students of the College perform a drill display. Cavan beat Meath in a Challenge game while Saint Patrick’s beat Saint Eunan’s Letterkenny in a curtain raiser before the Blessing and official opening by Bishop Quinn.

Breffni Park Draw 1^st and £20 Pearse Gilroy  Promoter’s Prize Mrs Packy Leonard Bridge Street.

Brigid Brady at the age of 82 flies out of Shannon Airport to attend the ordination of her grandson James O Malley by Cardinal Spellman in Saint Patrick’s Cathedral New York.

Great fishing on Lough Sheelin as Father PJ Gargan and Tom McCarren each land specimen trout in excess of 5 lbs on the Mayfly.

Sympathy is extended to Michael J Galligan Providers on the death of his brother John (Jack) Merchant Carrickabawn. Funeral to Drumavaddy Cemetery.

June 2^nd  1956 Meeting of newly formed Chamber of Commerce with Austin McDonald presiding decide to contact the parent body in Ireland with a view to seeking admission. The stated aim of the Chamber is to promote business within the town with particular emphasis on the  Tourist trade.

The Second Fleadh Cheoil Na hEireann in Ennis attracts over 1,000 musicians with cameras covering the event from BBC London. Margaret Reilly Coleman Road and Lough Gowna was 2^nd in the Traditional Singing Contest while Tony O Dowd 13 Saint Phelim’s Place Cavan was also 2^nd in the Individual Under 14 Accordion. Walter  Higgins and his Band from Tullyvin won the Ulster Cup at the Ceilidhe Band Competition.

Breffni Park Draw 1^st £20 Gerry M Lovett Cathedral Road 2^nd John Joe Lee Killygarry.£1 each Pat O Neill Kelly’s Terrace Paddy Tully 15 Saint Brigid’s Terrace and Eddie O Gorman Publican Main Street. Promoter’s Prize M Conaty Tullymongan.

June 9rh 1956 Devastating fire on the premises of James Donohoe Derragarra Butlersbridge. Cavan Fire Brigade under Captain Aiden Madden were on the scene in a matter of minutes after the alarm was raised but the roof was already ablaze and despite the copious supply of water from the River Annalee the premises were almost completely destroyed.

Cavan beat Donegal 1-9 to 0-9 to win the Doctor McKenna Cup Final at Saint Tiernach’s Park Clones where a crowd of 10,000 attended including a large contingent from Cavan who travelled by train paying 2/3 each return fare. Very poor Cavan performance with a shambles of refereeing denying Donegal a replay when they scored a perfectly legitimate goal in the last minute. Pat Carolan was Man of the Match for Cavan at centre half forward. Scorers for Cavan Pat Carolan 1-6 Donal Kelly Tommy Whyte and John Brady Mullahoran  0-1 each. Referee H Carr Down.

Tostal Gold Medal at County Cavan Golf Club is won by P Kirwin playing off 18 with 69 2^nd Patsy McConnell playing off 21 also with 69 .Fr McNulty wins the Dr FPE Smith Scratch Cup playing off an impressive 1 handicap he shot 81 .

The Nomads are the stars of the Show at the Isle of Man with ‘See How They Run’ bringing the audience in the 1,800 seater Auditorium in Douglas to their feet. They were later presented with a plaque by the Governor General of the Isle of Man. Cast Ina Furlong Frances Lynch Michael Donnelly Hall Welch Bill Henry John Burside Jack Binchey Seamus Doherty Frank Brady Leo McGrath with Stage Manager Dick McCarthy .

Madge McCabe from Ardvarney buys Galligan’s Stationery Shop Connolly Street for £3,000. Auctioneer was Con P Smith while Tom Fitzpatrick had carriage of sale. Michael and Mrs Galligan will now reside at Cathedral Road Cavan.

Over 4,000 attend the official Blessing and Opening of Saint Patrick’s College playing field. All pubs in the town are granted an exemption until 8 pm with flags bunting and colours flying from every premises. Bishop Quinn was assisted Right Rev Dr M O Reilly Bishop of New Found land and the students formed a Guard of Honour as he emerged on to the pitch to prolonged applause despite the miserable weather conditions. Seamus Gilheaney spoke for a long period of time as Gaeilge until the Bishop finally got to his feet  thanking the Past Pupils Union under Paul Galligan for providing the playing pitch for present and future generations of pupils of the College. Colm Smith was the star of the Cavan team which beat Meath 1-10 to 1-6 in a Senior Football Challenge with Cavan leading 1-3 to 0-4 at half time while Saint Pats beat Saint Eunan’s Letterkenny 3-8 to 1-2 in the opening game. Among the distinguished attendance was John F O Hanlon the 1^st President of Saint Patrick’s College Union.

Saint Patrick’s College Union 1956-1957 President Surgeon BT Cullen Vice President Rt Rev Monsignor Fitzpatrick PP VG Cootehill Secretaries T M Gilroy and Sean O Reilly Treasurer Edmund Kelly Granard. Bridie?? Saint Phelim’s Place was the lucky winner of the £1,000 Draw 2^nd Nurse McManus  Railway Road who won the doll with trousers!

June 16^th 1956 Thomas Drumm aged 19 is drowned in Swellan Lake after  himself and friend Andy Burns returning from a football match in Breffni Park decide to cool off on a scorching Sunday evening. Andy swimming along Tom tried valiantly to rescue his friend just a few yards out from the shore in 15 feet of water. Walter Little picnicking with his family just a few yards away was alerted diving repeatedly, he brought the body to the surface but despite valiant efforts the deceased did not respond to mouth to mouth resuscitation. Well known local GP Dr Jack Sullivan and members of the Red Cross were quickly on the scene while Father AB McGrath administered the Last Rites .Tom Drum labourer aged 19 former member of the Irish Army was dead on admission to the Surgical Hospital. Later a jury heard from Dr Jack Sullivan that he had wide experience of swimming in the lake from a youth and that it was a ‘death trap’ where only trained swimmers should venture with the depth of the lake going from a couple of feet to 15 foot just a short distance from  the shore. The Coroner remarked that the tragedy could have been averted if Andy Burns who did everything he could to rescue the deceased had been trained in life saving techniques ! Sympathy to his heartbroken mother and family Tullac Mongan .The Cathedral was packed to capacity for the Funeral Mass with Father P J Gargan officiating later the burial took place in Killygarry Cemetery. The coffin was draped in the tricolour and the Ex Servicemen provided a Guard of Honour.

Breffni Park Draw 1^st and £20 Father P J Gargan CC 2^nd £5 Seamus Fay 21 Owen Roe Terrace 3^rd Michael Brady Killygarry and 4t A O Grady Anglo Celt.

Captain’s Cissie Blessing’s Prize at County Cavan Golf Club 1^st Betty Hickey 2^nd Kathleen Sullivan who also won the Best Handicap 24 and under .High Handicap Mrs P A Galligan.

40 hours of Adoration in the Cathedral commences after Mass on Friday morning celebrated by Father PJ Gargan and finishes with Benediction on Sunday  evening in the Cathedral.

June 23^rd 1956 Thomas Allen Labourer Tullymongan is knocked down in a hit and run on the Dublin Road. he is reported as being comfortable in Cavan Surgical Hospital.

Father Terence Cunningham DCL Diocese of Kilmore and  a native of Aughadreena is appointed Professor of Canon Law and Lecturer in Moral Theology at Maynooth College. Educated at Knocknagilla and Saint Patrick’s College he is a founder member of Cumainn Seanchas Bhreifne.

Dancing Deck at Lislea erected to accommodate 600 dancers all performing Irish dances. The deck is sponsored by CCE Cavan. Hundreds are flocking to the Deck exhibiting their skills in Irish dancing. Guest  appearance by Seamus Ennis Presenter of ‘As I Roved Out ‘ from BBC London who gave an outstanding exhibition of Irish Dancing. Native of Finglas County Dublin Seamus is a Champion Irish Piper and made the 1^st ever Irish music broadcast from Radio Eireann. Seamus his sister and Ireland’s leading Balladeer Johnny McDonagh later entertained the vast crowd on their tin  whistles.

Cavan are heralded as ‘the new favourites to win in Ulster ‘ when under the coaching of TP O Reilly they decisively hammer Antrim 3-15 to 2-4 in Casement Park Belfast. The teams were level at halftime 0-3 each. Cavan Seamus Morris Noel O Reilly Phil Brady Brian O Reilly Hubert Gaffney Jim McDonnell Brian Gallagher Tom Maguire Con Smith Charlie Gallagher Pat Carolan Tommy Whyte James Brady Victor Sherlock and Johnny Cusack. Subs Donal Kelly for Cusack. Referee B Carr Down.

Breffni Park Draw ME Smith Dublin £20 2^nd Miss G Browne Church Street £5 and Miss R Gauthier Military Row £2.Promoters Prize Rose Brady C/o Maurice Brady.

June 30^th 1956 Census figures reveal a drop in the Irish population of 65,771 or 2.2% since 1951. The present population is 2,804,822 in the Irish Republic. Cavan lost 7% of it’s population while Leitrim lost an amazing 10% in the last 4 years. There has been a very steady decline since 1946 as families and individuals take advantage of the abundance of work in England and the USA.

Death of one of Cavan’s best known citizens George Maloney Pound Archway 58 Main Street. Member of one of Cavan’s leading commercial families, the family ran a very successful bakery and confectionery business losing their premises on two occasions in disastrous fires but rising from the embers to continue their popular business which was founded many years ago when the family moved from Westmeath and set up branches in Cavan and Ballinagh. He was Secretary of the Irish League of Foresters for many years and was one of the chief organisers of the National Conference held in Cavan in 1912 when thousands visited Cavan from all over Ireland and Britain. George is survived by his wife Jodie Nee Belford his daughter Patsy his sister Sister Angela Leicester England his niece in law Nellie and members of the Smyth and McConnell families in Cavan. He was a brother of the late Mary Josephine Smyth 60 Main Street and Margaret Greene College Street .Father P J Gargan officiated at the funeral from the Cathedral to Killygarry Cemetery.

Death of the great Robert ‘Shady’ Gray Wolfe Tone Street after an illness lasting only a few days. Veteran of the First World War 1914-1918 when he was wounded in action in the Dardanelles. His brothers John Patrick and Bernard were all killed in action in France. World famous side drummer he was known all over Ireland and Britain for his expertise and just to recall the great ‘Shady’ in action is a great joy to us who were privileged to hear him play with the Labour Band of which he was a member for nearly 40 years .Shady was invited to perform for King Gorge V in Buckingham Palace during his distinguished Army career. His last outing was with the Labour Band was a few years ago accompanied by ‘rookie’ drummer Kevin McDermott in a parade around the town about 2 years ago. After suffering a number of strokes he had a cold leading to pneumonia and died in Saint Phelim’s Hospital. The funeral was one of the largest ever seen in the town with the Labour Band leading the cortege from the Hospital to the Cathedral. Guard of honour Reveille and Last Post sounded in Cullies for one of Cavan’s greatest sons with Father P J Gargan officiating .

June 30^th 1956  Tony Smith Tullyvin ESB worker is injured when his motor bicycle is in collision with a car driven by Robert Fanin Ballinacargey. He was later discharged from Cavan Surgical Hospital but his motor cycle is a complete write off.

Mick Reilly Ashe Street makes a presentation to his work colleague T Brady Lisreagh on the occasion of his impending emigration to Canada from the members and staff Smith’s Garage Dublin Road Cavan.

Sympathy is extended to James Smith and family Coranure on the death of his son in law Thomas Murray at Mr Smith’s residence .Funeral from the Cathedral to Cullies.

Michael Young UDC Publican Ashe Street weds Beattie Sweeney daughter of Mr and Mrs B Sweeney and formerly a Radiographer in the Surgical Hospital. The wedding took place in Saint Brigid’s Church Ballinamore.

Death of Con McCoy 10 Connolly Street Cavan well known Plumber .He was deservedly popular with all classes and creeds and known throughout a wide area for his expertise and efficiency  coupled to his natural courtesy. Survived by his wife and sisters .Father AB McGrath officiated at the funeral from the Cathedral to Cullies Cemetery.

County Cavan Golf Book Prize presented by Professional Phil Lawlor is won by Harry O Connell playing off 12 with 64 2^nd T Gavin off 13 with 67 and 56 competed.

July 7^th 1956 Drowning in Swellan Lake shocks the Community with the Urban Council now discussing the possibility of providing a Swimming Pool at Swellan where they have the site and the water to proceed almost immediately. County Manager Dermot McCarthy having listened to their deliberations volunteers to get some data and estimates for the location of a swimming pool at the Swellan site.

Huge AOH National demonstration in Cavan is addressed by James Dillon Minister for Agriculture TA Finlay BL TD Dublin and Cavan and G Coburn TD. Marchers from all over Ireland. Over 600 travelled from Belfast on 2 Special trains 300 from Dundalk 300 from Enniskillen. Hugh McCann represented the Scottish AOH. Over 30 bands led the parade which stretched for over a mile around the entire town with each of the delegations carrying colourful banners depicting pivotal moments in Irish History as the thousands of spectators basked in the glorious sunshine. The parade made its way from the Cathedral Main Street Connolly Street College Street Kelly’s Terrace Rossa Place to the Courthouse in Farnham Street where the Rally was addressed by National figures in Irish life including the Minister for Agriculture James Dillon.

President’s John F O Hanlon’s  Prize at County Cavan Golf Club is won by SF Killingley playing off 9 and  Mollie Finnegan off 27 with a 71 nett. The Runner Up was C Shouldice. Margaret English on behalf of the Club returned thanks to John F and his daughter Joan who served a beautiful tea to all the competitors and stewards who assisted in the running of such a fine competition.

Norman Cinnamond and the Staff of Jackson’s Garage are pictured with the 2,000 year old canoe they found  at Killykeen.

There are over 370 donors to the Irish Blood Transfusion Mobile Unit in the Protestant Hall.

July 7^th 1956 Canoe at Killykeen is 45 feet long 18 inches deep 3 ½ feet wide. Norman Cinnamond Sean Young Vincent Bartley all members of Jackson’s Garage Staff helped to raise the canoe.

Patrick Brady Factory Worker wins £3,500 in damages with costs against McCarren and Company in the High Court in Dublin after alleging negligence when he slipped while loading a side of beef to a waiting lorry outside the factory suffering injuries to his spine right shoulder and right leg .

Breffni Park Draw 1^st and £20 E Smith Cavan House 2nd £5 John Brady 10 College Street 3^rd and £2 James Maguire Stradone.

July 14th 1956 Rev E O Shea OFM Cap Athlone conducts the annual Priest’s Retreat at Saint Patrick’s College.

McCarren’s annual outing this year is to Warrenpoint via Cootehill Castleblayney and Dundalk before  having lunch in the Park Hotel Omeath. Later they headed to Warrenpoint where they enjoyed the sea and sun before returning to the Park Hotel for tea. A most enjoyable sing song and dance followed before returning to Cavan after midnight.

July 21^st 1956 Madge McCabe will open her new shop which she recently purchased from MJ Galligan in Connolly Street specialising in News agency Stationery and Religious Goods and supplying all schools in the Parish with school books and requisites on Friday July 20^th 1956.

 

Cavan beat Armagh 1-9 to 1-5 in Castleblayney to qualify for yet another Ulster Final where they will play Tyrone. As with all clashes between these two protagonist this was a rough house affair with no quarter asked or given. Again R Carr Down comes in for scathing criticism for his leniency and allowing rough play to develop, despite sending a player from each side off early in the second half. Scorers for Cavan Brian Gallagher 1-0 Tommy Whyte 0-3 Charlie Gallagher and Victor Sherlock 0-2 each Pat Carolan and Sean Keogan 0-1 each.

Death of Mrs Bridget Smith Owen Roe Terrace wife of John and member of an old highly respected Cavan town family. Mother of 9 children including twins a baby boy and a girl only a few weeks old.

Untimely death of Mrs Johanna Cooke Upper Main Street after a short illness in the Mater Hospital Dublin. She was a native of County Kerry and was wife of Edward Cooke Publican and Restaurateur Main Street. She was very popular kind decent and charitable person. Member of many of the Cathedral Sodalities she was a leading member of the Children of Mary and the Legion of Mary. She is survived by her sons Michael Eamonn Liam and daughter Ann May. Father P J Gargan officiated at the Funeral in  the Cathedral which was the biggest turn out in recent years with burial in Saint Brigid’s Cemetery Killygarry.

Presentation to Tommy Browne on the occasion of his departure for England in the Hall in Butlersbridge. Tommy was Chairman of Butlersbridge GFC and later presented the medals won by the Club beating Belturbet in the annual Feis Challenge.

Mary Cullen daughter of Surgeon and Maureen Cullen Farnham Street makes history by being the first person ever to obtain the degree of Bachelor of Social Services at UCD where the course has just been introduced .

The legendary Rev M Cathaldus McKiernan CRP is ordained a priest at Holy Trinity Abbey Kilnacrott.The ordaining prelate was Bishop R J McVinney Bishop of Providence Rhode Island .Father Cathaldus is son of Edward and Mrs McKiernan ‘Sacre Coeur’ Drumelis. After his ordination the new priest imparted his blessing to his mother father and family and the following morning he celebrated his first Public Mass in the presence of his family relatives and many friends.

 

 

 

 

 

 

August 4^th 1956 First ever private residence for Dr Brian Galligan being erected in the Farnham Gardens which is now owned by Cavan County Council. Some time ago there was an outcry over the decision of the Council to allocate houses in what was once the most attractive Park for many miles around .

The great Superintend Joe Murray again organises the day long annual outing to Lough Ramer for the orphans in Saint Joseph’s which is attached to the Poor Clare Convent. Donations for the purchase of biscuits ice cream sweets pastries and minerals was donated by the business people of Cavan town.

Ann English who is going to work in Dublin is made a presentation of a jewelled broach by Patsy Connolly on behalf of her many friends at the Pavilion.

Valerie Mullery daughter of Stan and Maureen Mullery Town Hall Street becomes the 3^rd member of her family to win a Scholarship to Loreto College. Val was educated at the Poor Clare Convent Cavan.

Kathleen Smith a member of the O Brien School of Dancing Dublin wins 1^st place at Newtownbutler Feis.She is a grand daughter of Phil Wray Emmett Place.

Cavan The Ulster Champions and 43 times winners of the title are toppled by Tyrone winning their 1^st ever title in scintillating style 3-5 to 0-4 at dull but dry Saint Tiernach’s Park Clones. Tyrone led by 1-1  to 0-3 at the interval but overwhelmed a weak and worn out Cavan team who could only manage a single point from veteran Victor Sherlock in the second half. Tyrone will now play Galway in the All Ireland Semi Final at Croke Park. Scorers for Tyrone Jody Taggart 1-0 Frank Donnelly 0-2 D Donnelly 1-1 Iggy Jones 1-1 Frank Higgins 0-1 Cavan scorers Victor Sherlock 0-2 Tom Hardy and Tommy Whyte 0-1.

August 11^th 1956 Raymond Brady son of Maurice and Kathleen Brady Drapers Upper Main Street scores a very impressive 5 honours in the Leaving Certificate at Saint Patrick’s College. Raymond scored honours in Irish English Latin Greek Phyics and  Chemistry and Pass in Maths.

W H Flannery ( Bill) was the star of County Cavan Lawn Tennis win over Fermanagh 6-4 at Farnham Street Courts. Other outstanding performances came from Sean Breen Clive Anderson and Bill’s father Doctor Flannery who all won their matches.

Rev Father Joe Dolan CC officiates at the funeral of Owen Greenan Cullies who was a prominent member of the Old I R A who formed a Guard of Honour with the coffin draped in the tricolour. Owen was a member of the outdoor staff Cavan County Council for many years.Funeral from packed Cathedral to Cullies Cemetery.

Tyrone go down 0-8 to 0-6  to Galway in the All Ireland Semi Final in Croke Park watched by a crowd of 54,545.Galway led by 0-6 to 0-3 at the interval and withstood a late Tyrone rally to qualify for the Final where they will play Cork.

Cavan win their 1^st ever Ulster Camogie title beating Donegal 7-1 to Nil at Breffni Park. Evelyn O Hare scored 6-1 of the Cavan total .Tough hard uncompromising game but the bigger stronger Cavan girls were well on top throughout and led by 3-1 to Nil at the interval. Joan McCarville was outstanding at full back while others to catch the eye were Anna Susan and Kathleen Smith .Cavan Deidre Gaffney Rose Mullen Kathleen Moore Captain Rose Farrell Kathleen Duffy Anna Smith Eileen McCabe Bridie Fitzpatrick Susan Smith Agnes McCabe Evelyn O Hare .Although Evelyn O Hare scored six times she was unlucky to have 2 further goals disallowed.

John O Connor while digging in the garden at 10 Saint Brigids found an 1860 halfpenny featuring a Crown and Irish Harp.

Breffni Park Draw 1^st Miss Tully 2^nd May McConnell Ashe Street

3^rd Paddy Sheridan 11 Saint Brigid’s 4^th E Smith Farham Hotel 5^th Tom O Connor Main Street .

August 18^th1956 First ever Arva Show enjoys great support and patronage despite the heavy rain which fell all day. Exhibitors from Cavan Leitrim and Longford set a very high standard while the Show Dance in Saint Patrick’s Hall was packed to capacity with over 500 patrons attending. Chairman Philip Dobson Secretary Phil Brady Assistant Secretary Con Bouchier.

Bailieborough beat Ballinagh 4-5 to 1-5 to qualify for the Senior Football Final where they will play Cornafean in the County Final after the latter beat Mullahoran 0-4 to 0-3 in the 1^st Semi Final.

John M C Brady Cappagh Kilrush County Clare and E O Connell Kilrush County Clare are appointed Instructors in Agriculture in Cavan.

 

August 25^th 1956 Scholarships to  Saint Patrick’s College are awarded to Alan O Hanlon 7 Saint Mary’s Terrace a pupil of Crubany National School. Kieran Scott 17 Bridge Street Cootehill a pupil at Saint Michael’s School Cootehill Patrick Kelly Fairtown Cavan a pupil of Castletara N S Kevin P Smith Cashel Ballinagh and Terence A Dowd 13 Saint Phelim’s Place a pupil at Farnham  NS.

Mary Clarke Mullingar daughter of the legendary Jack Clarke former Cavan Slashers and Cavan gaelic football star and long time Secretary of Cavan County Board marries Liam G Fitzgerald Clontarf Dublin. Both are Science graduates at U C D.

Another ancient coin dated 1798 with crown and harp is found this time by Charles Clarke Wolfe Tone Street who was carrying out excavations at the premises of Reynolds’s Upper Main Street.

Bennie Brady Banahoo and Bridie Leddy Crimlin are the recipients of a presentation prior to their departure from Cobh to the U S A.

September 1^st 1956 John Walsh aged 21 a plumber  employed by Joe Cullivan Cavan and son of James and Mrs Walsh Drumlone Ballyhaise is killed when he falls off his motorbike adjacent to his home .The inquest was held in the Courthouse with Paddy Cusack Coroner officiating. Members of the Jury were R S Black John Kennedy Benny O Rourke Tom McKenna and M McDonald,

Cavan Slashers beat Castlerahan 1-3 to 1-1 to win the first ever Under 16 Championship title. The slippery sod and the atrocious weather conditions ruled out any attempts of good open football and the game was scrappy but hard fought throughout. Cavan Martin Storey P Heaney Hugo Cafferty Tony Higgins John Aherne Brendan Browne L McPhillips John Gear Philip Murray Brian O Reilly Michael O Farrell Michael Cooke PO Rourke Phil Murray. Cavan led Castlerahan by 1-1 to 0-3 at half time. Phil Murray got a brilliant goal for Cavan in the 2^nd half to seal the title for the Cavan side. T P O Reilly Chairman Cavan County Board was an outstanding referee.

Breffni Park Draw 1^st £20 Mrs Grey Farnham 2^nd £5 Willie Doonan Lake View 3^rd A G Hunt Farnham Street Promoter’s Prize Mattie Corcoran Providers.

Rev Joe Dolan CC leads the 256 strong Legion of Mary Pilgrimage to the Marian Shrine at Knock including 9 stretcher cases. Dr P Watters and 4 Nurses from Lisdarn accompanied the Pilgrimage.

Cavan Girls Club annual outing includes visit to the Zoo followed by Lunch and Chipperfield’s Circus .They stopped for tea on the way home in Navan.

Bernadette Brady Tullyco House and Maureen Mullery Town Hall Street score 6 and 4 honours in the Intermediate Certificate at Loreto College while Brendan Browne Cathedral Road scores a whooping 7  Honours in Saint Patrick’s College.

September 8^th 1956 Carroll’s of Dundalk founded in 1842 proudly boast that they are now producing a record 5 million cigarettes per day at their  state of the art Dundalk premises!

Never say die Cornafean snatch the County Championship from the grasp of the holders Bailieboro after playing second fiddle all afternoon. Cornafean inspired by the ageless Peadar Doyle and the accuracy and experience of P J Masterson struck with a 3 goal salvo just after the interval and held out against their bigger stronger and more illustrious opponents to clinch their 20^th title .Bailieborough led by 1-3 to 1 goal at the interval. T J O Reilly was an outstanding referee of the very sporting contest while the Cup was presented to Cornafean Captain and Vice Chairman of the County Bord Peadar Doyle by T P O Reilly Chairman Cavan County Board. There was over 6 inches of grass on the Breffni Park pitch and ground football was impossible in  such difficult conditions on the pitch that is rightly hailed the best in Ulster .Urgent caretaking is required to protect its hard won status. Cornafean Terence Reilly Phil Reilly Val Sheridan S Clarke John McCormack G McCormack Peadar Doyle Sean Magee Sean Kelly Seamus Drumm P J Masterson P Fitzpatrick Paul McShane and F Magee.

In their 1^st outing in the Mid Ulster League against Castleblayney away Owen Roe Cavan were decisively beaten by Castleblayney 3 goals to Nil in a hurling challenge. Charlie Friel centre half and centre field Malone and McNamara were outstanding for Owen Roe.

Death of Annie Gilchreest at the residence of her nephew Joe Cullivan Cathedral Road. She was ill for some time and operated a fine grocery and confectionery store at Connolly Street (Egan’s).Her husband Matt only died quite recently. Father A B McGrath C C officiated at the well attended Funeral from the Cathedral to Killygarry.

Brother Augustus the highly respected and very popular Principal in Saint Felim’s De La Salle School is transferred to Navan after 7 years distinguished service to the Community in Cavan during which time he not only excelled as a  teacher but founded the well known Flagelot Band and was a distinguished member of the Cathedral Choir. He also held night classes for his Scolarship students at  no charge to the parents and introduced so many changes and improvements to the way of life at the school. Broter Cassenus a member of the Boy Scouts Committee and another excellent teacher is transferred to Ballyfermot Dublin and is replaced by Brother Francis from Kilkenny.

Jackson’s annual outing takes place to Bundoran where many of the staff attended the pictures while the younger members headed to the Astoria Ballroom for a dance after a full day bathing swimming and being treated by the Directors to a lavish dinner and tea.

September 15^th 1956 Death of Mrs J B Hopewell Cavan and London. Survived by her devoted friend Phyllis. Burial took place in London.

Ashe Street team to play Bridge Street in the Cavan Street League In Breffni Park. Dr Brian Galligan  Pat McGovern N Finegan Captain Charlie Friel T McVeigh P Dunne Sean Keogan Cathal Young Jerry McConnell Paddy Tavey P Curran H Reilly Edwin Carolan T Horgan E Kingston Frank McConnell and Patsy McConnell .

Surgeon Cullen Captain and Father P J Gargan are Cavan’s representatives on the Ulster team for the Interprovincial Fishing competition at Lough Conn.

“Tommy Donohoe Dublin Road open 7 days a week Phone Cavan 119 will repair any make of car-repairs sales and service in custom built garage.”

J M Breen who is leaving Cavan after over 30 years service as Professor in Saint Patrick’s College. Former Captain of both County Cavan Golf Club and Cavan Bridge Club. Distinguished service in L D F during the Emergency, he was a founder member and long time officer of Cavan CYMS.He and his family were very closely associated with Cavan Pavilion Musical Society where John M had a great talent and expertise as a Make Up artist. Presentation of a silver service to John M and his wife by Michael J Smith Secretary Cavan County Council while Dr Jack Sullivan made the presentation on behalf of the Golf Club. Speakers included P N Smith Solicitor George V Maloney Solicitor Sean Magee UDC J P Mansfield County Engineer Joe McGovern UDC and the hilarious Joe Murray Superintendent Cavan Garda.

Mrs B O Reilly 65 College Street flies to America for the wedding of her son John Joe who is based in Chicago and is marrying Bridie Boylan from County Clare who is a Cashier in the same firm that employs John Joe.

Urney Ceilidhe Band win the Irish Press Cup at County Roscommon Fleadh Cheoil. Members of the Band are Sean Woods who won 1^st place in the Accordion Joe Cullivan Eugene Cullivan (Gene) Dessie Agnew Jimmy Tully Eamonn (Buttons) Brady and Jack Norry.

AG Hunt’s Captain’s Prize at Cavan Bridge Club N/S Dermot Morgan and Jim Leonard and E/W Rev Sean Reilly and William Browne.

September 22^nd 1956 Town Hall packed to capacity for the Vera Brady Fashion Show which featured Mary Mullarkey a shop assistant with Vera Brady’s Sheila Brady daughter of Maurice and Kathleen Brady Upper Main Street and Geraldine Stewart Belturbet .All proceeds were in aid of Saint Patrick’s College Past Pupils Union while there was a draw at half time in aid of Saint Vincent De Paul Cavan.

Dinah Molloy a pupil of Kathleen Brady Town Hall Street secures Honours in the Irish Academy of Music examinations

G ( ‘Baldy’) Hamilton long time popular Assistant in Fagan’s is made a presentation of a 400 day clock by Cavan Branch Red Cross where he served as both Branch Secretary and Officer for a number of years on his departure for Kilkeel County Down where he will open his own store .Making the presentation were his old colleagues Donie Smith William Browne Paddy Conaty and Kathleen Lunn. Mrs Charlie Reilly and Robbie Simpson supplied outstanding concert items at the Social that followed the presentation in the Farnham Hotel.

Jimmy Jackson Alackan Cavan is awarded a Scholarship to the Royal School Cavan.

Micheal O Callaghan a member of Cavan Brach CCE will broadcast from Radio Eireann next Sunday.

Sharpshooter Paddy McNamara wins the Shooting Competition from John McGovern Farnham at the climax of the Boy Scout’s Bazaar at The Scout Den Bridge Street.

September 29^th 1956 Death of well known farmer and personality John Conaty Alackan he was father of Benny Conaty well known Publican Connolly Street. Father A B McGrath officiated at the funeral from Saint Brigid’s Church Killygarry to the adjoining cemetery.

Death of Mary A Jackson Alackan at the residence of her daughter in Dundonald Belfast wife of Robert. Survived by her family relatives and friends. Funeral from Cavan Parish Church to the New Cemetery.

Death of Beatrice Bridget Smith late of New York at  the residence of her sister Bridget Smith Pullamore. Survived by her brothers sisters nieces and nephews. Funeral to Killygarry Cemetery.

October 6^th 1956 Death of Dennis Smith Annaglough. Survived by  his brothers sisters and other relatives.Funeral from the Cathedral to Drumavaddy.

Jack Smith eldest son of the late Thomas and Teresa Smith Bridge Street who emigrated to America 30 years ago and is serving with the American Forces in England is spending a holiday with his sister Margaret Newsagent at the family home in Bridge Street. He is accompanied by his wife and this is his second visit home.

Farewell Dinner in the Ulster Arms for Mrs T Burke and her daughter Miss Marese McShane who are emigrating to the USA and where Mr James Burke late of Cavan eagerly awaits their arrival.

John Joe O Reilly Church Street bags two monster pike weighing 12 and 13 lbs at Bakersbridge.

Death of Charlie Duke Merchant and Farmer Stradone. He was father of the famous P J Duke who won two All Ireland medals with Cavan in the years 1947-1948. He is survived by his wife 3 sons and 2 daughters.

October 13^th 1956 Michael Crosby a native of Ballinasloe whose family are extremely well known in the trade opens his new Butcher’s Shop at 30  Bridge Street. Micheal and his young wife Helena promise the best beef mutton and lamb in town.

There were 62,534 Births and 35,535 deaths in the State last year as the Department of Health announce that TB has almost totally been eradicated but warn of the increasing number of deaths from Cancer.

Galway beat Cork 2-13 to 2-7 to win the All Ireland title for the 1^st time since 1938 before a crowd of 70,722 who paid gate receipts of £9,900 while a big strong Dublin team powered by Lar and Des Foley win the Minor title comprehensively beating Leitrim 5-14 to 2-2. In the Senior game Frank Stockwell and Sean Purcell powered Galway to an 8 point lead but Cork fought back to reduce the deficit to one point but the Tuam Stars men finished with 2 unanswered points to run out deserving winners. Peter McDermott Meath was again the referee.

A G Fegan UDC Solicitor son of the late Arthur Fegan Farnham Street marries Winifred Johnston daughter of Mr and Mrs J H Johnston Dundonald in Bangor Abbey .The Best Man was Professor E A Crawford TCD Matron of Honour Mrs F Campbell while Norman Scott was the Organist. Rev H T Farrell  assisted by Rev James Hamilton officiated.

Cavan beat Enniskillen at the Royal School grounds with Kiernan on the left wing outstanding for Cavan scoring a drop goal. From a  great move by Phelan at centre Donnelly was fed and dived over for a superb try which was converted by Kiernan for another 5 points. Donnelly later got over for another unconverted try which left the final score Cavan 11 Enniskillen 0.

 

Death of Patrick McMahon Muckno Street Castleblayney former Cavan Slashers Star and very active in local affairs during his sojourn in Cavan. Survived by his  wife and family.

More honours for the brilliant new Solicitor Stephen Keaveney first place in Ireland in Final Solicitor examinations now wins the Findlater Scholarship having already won the Silver medal and Overend Scholarship.

Gramophone Society Chairman Dr P Watters Vice Chairman Professor William Browne Secretary Mary McCarthy Treasurer Mrs A McLoughlin Committee Jean McFeeley Rev Robert McCabe Tom McConville Father A B  McGrath CC W Burns and Nellie McIntyre .

“Wanted large quantities of blackberries and apples hand picked or windfall T M Montgomery Cavan Phone 52”!

Queen Elizabeth opens the first nuclear power station anywhere in the world at Sellafield Cumberland while thousands watch the opening ceremony.

October 20^th 1956 Edwin Brady The Square Ballyhaise is killed by a motor car adjacent to his home. Francis Brady 6 Breffni Terrace gave evidence of identifying the 4 ½ year old boy who was dead on admission to Cavan Surgical Hospital.

A staggering 10,000 people witness Monaghan beating London 3-7 to 2-4 to win their 1^st ever Junior All Ireland title in Carrickmacross. Monaghan beat Cavan Kerry and Kildare on their way to their first ever All Ireland success. Monaghan led by 0-4 to 2 at the interval. The man of the match was old veteran stalwart Ollie O Rourke from Inniskeen.Team T McCardle Drumhowan G McMardle Donaghmoyne Ollie O Rourke Inniskeen B Hamill Aughnamullen D McGuigan Clones P J McGuigan Cremartin Ward Ballybay J Byrne Inniskeen S McElroy Latton S Mulligan Tree Mile House T Duffy Clones P Murphy Clontibret N Ward Ballybay Edwin McCooey Donaghmoyne Referee J McCardle.

Breffni Park Draw 1^st Mrs E Walsh 17 Saint Patrick’s Terrace £20 P Smith Main Street Cavan £5 3^rd Kathleen Thornton C/o The Nook Farnham Street £2 and 3 prizes of £1 Phil Sheridan Swellan Larry Clarke Providers Thomas McPhilips Swellan Promoters Prize M Conaty Swellan Cavan.

CYMS Annual General Meeting President Gerry M Lovett Vice President Tommy Connolly Treasurer Phil Lawlor Secretary Anselem Lovett Committee Joe Higgins Eugene Monahan HL Smith and Jackie Smith .The President reports that a princely sum of £350 was spent on the upkeep and maintenance of the premises during the year.

Mrs Daniels Drumard House is on the Organ at the annual Harvest Thanksgiving at Cavan Parish Church Reverend John Anderson Rev Patterson Stradone Rev R E Trenier Cootehill and Rev Marsden Curate Cavan were the Chief Celebrants .

In the Methodist Church Rev S E McCaffrey Provost of the Methodist Church in Ireland preached the sermon  assisted by Rev D Sleath. Mrs Myrtle Henderson was the Organist .

Patrick J Fay (Paud) Pullabawn is awarded a County Council University Scholarship and will study at Saint Patrick’s Teaching College Drumcondra.

Sudden death of Joe Smith 31 Saint Phelim’s Place at the age of 44. Very popular with all classes and creeds he was a most popular Wardsman in Saint Phelim’s Hospital. He leaves a wife and young family who have the sympathy of the entire community. Funeral from the Cathedral to Cullies cemetery.

Death of Howard E Lowry Edermine an industrious farmer in the area .Venerable Arhdeacon Shire officiated at the funeral from Cavan Parish Church to Lavey Cemetery.

Cavan Bridge Club 1957 Chairman Dr Bertie Cullen Captain William Browne Secretary J P Mansfield Treasurer WR Reardon .Committee A G Hunt Dermot Morgan Jim Leonard and Rev S O Reilly Saint Patrick’s College.

October 31^st 1956 P J Lindsay SC TD is appointed 1^st Minister for the Gaeltacht .He is a former Irish  teacher in the Royal School and native of County Mayo. His wife is the former Moya Brady daughter of Mrs K Brady and the late Johnny Brady Drapers Main Street.

Step up in class at Cavan Rugby Club when Malone are visitors and despite a splendid show by the home side run out 11-0 winners. Despite great work by Derek Morris at out half the Malone backs and forwards were just too strong and skilful for a game Cavan side. Cavan team C O Connell R Scott J Phelan George Maloney P Kirk Derek Morris Peter Storey Teddy McCormack P Kiernan S Woods Phil Cullivan F Cooney C Shakelton M Donnelly Captain J Burns

Winifred M Bredin marries George McGarvey Battersea in Saint Barnabas Parish Church Battersea London. The Bride is daughter of James Bredin Coratubber Cavan.

Breffni Park Draw 1^st and £20 Paddy Tully 15 Saint Brigid’s Cavan 2^nd £5 Michael J Smyth Drumalee 3^rd  £2 J P Smith Military Row Promoter’s Prize £2 Betty Hickey.

Michael Conlon and Kitty McDonald Tower Hamlet Cavan are married in Rome .The Groom is a former Town Clerk in Cavan while the Bride is daughter of Mrs McDonald and the late Philip McDonald Drapers Main Street Cavan. Brother of the Groom Father John J Conlon officiated assisted by Fathers M O Mara SMA  Monsignor Thomas Ryan and Father Stephen Hughes .

Harvest Thanksgiving at Cavan Methodist Church the Speaker was Rev Rupert Gibson MA Belfast soloist Kathleen Jones. Large congregation in the Church were augmented by the pupils from the Royal School.

Cavan CYMS holds it’s first Annual Dance since 1942 with music by Jack Barrett. Large attendance and there were spots every dance.

CYMS Whist 1^st and Top Score Mrs William Leonard Church Street 1^st Lady Mrs B Fitzpatrick Ballinagh 2^nd Lady Peggy Costello Drumbo 1^st Gent Packy J Masterson Cornafean and 2^nd Gent Mr Ferris.

November 3^rd 1956 McCarren’s commence exporting to USA with 6 tons going out to their agent in Jackson Heights New Jersey who on seeing the quality ordered a further 6 ton of prime Irish Bacon.

Thomas Fogarty dies in London. Formerly a Professor at Saint Patrick’s College ,he was replaced by John M Breen in 1922. He was the distinguished head of the Construction Electrical School for the County of London. Took a very active part in the formation of the London branch Saint Patrick’s College Union. Sympathy is extended to his wife and family.

Thousands die in Hungarian Revolution as Russians put down the people’s rebellion with terrible brutality shocking the rest of the world. It is reported that over 70,000 die as the Red Cross appeal for donations of clothes money tinned foodstuffs and other equipment to assist the refugees. Imra Nagy appeals to the Red Army to stay out of Hungary but he is double crossed and the troops already in Hungary begin their savage assault on a defenceless people as the imprisoned Cardinal Mindsenty is released by the Provisional Government.

November 10^th 1956 Minister for Local Government Tom O Donnell will soon introduce a new law fixing the maximum speed on Irish roads at 30 M P H. There will also be a physical test for drivers if ordered by the Courts.

Death of the very well known and popular Mary Ann Sutherland Connolly Street at the age of 89. A woman of great Christian charity and kindness .She never missed a change of film in either the Magnet or Town Hall and was one of the very first in Cavan to own a television such was her fascination with the silver screen. She was away ahead of her time and frequently crossed the Atlantic spending holidays with her relatives and friends in various parts of America. She lived with her daughter Mrs Jack Reilly Barber and is survived by her son daughters grand children and great grand children. There was a capacity attendance at her funeral at which Father J J O Reilly Adm officiated with burial later in Cullies.

All proceeds from the Bachelor’s Ball and all monies collected at Red Cross Church Gate Collection are donated to the Hungarian appeal as the Red Cross open a Depot in Bridge Street where clothes tinned foods toys and medical supplies continue to pour in.

Death of Michael Reilly Drumbo a very prominent farmer in the area at Saint Phelim’s Hospital. Survived by 1 brother in Dublin. Funeral from the Cathedral to Cullies cemetery.

Kathleen Brady Town Hall Street gives the Recital at Cavan Gramophone Society while next week Father A B McGrath is the Presenter.

President Ike D Eisenhower is returned on a landslide in the USA Presidential Elections as he wins 57.8 %  and 457 Electoral College votes to Adli Stevenson’s 6 States for 66 votes. Eisenhower only needed to win 266 Electoral College votes to win the Presidency for the 2^nd time.

November 17^th 1956 Breffni Park Draw 1^st and £20 Kay Fay C/o Smith’s Garage 2^nd Rose Kelleher Latt £5 3^rd Danny Smith Butlersbridge £2 Promoter’s Prize Matty Corcoran Providers £2.

Among the donations at Cavan Red Cross for the Hungarian Refugee Appeal are the contents of a child’s saving box amounting to £6-4-0 10 million shots of Penicillin from a local Chemist with the Church Gate Collection amounting to a record £286-5-2 Butlersbridge subscribed £23-13-0 Killygarry £16-2-0 Cavan Pavilion Club £30-00-00.  Patients and staff at Lisdarn £16-5-1. Many locals have indicated that they are wiling to take Refugees in their homes as they begin to arrive in Ireland to be housed near Shannon Airport in a disused Army Barracks.

Bishop Austin Quinn presides at the annual Mass for Deceased Bishops and Priests in the Cathedral. The Celebrant was Father Joe Dolan while on the organ and conducting the Cathedral Choir was Father AB McGrath

Death of Patrick Hicks 29 Grant Bridge Street Islington London. He emigrated with his wife and family from Emmet Place only a few years ago .He is survived by his wife son daughters.

Death of Peter Lee Saint Brigid’s Terrace who was a highly popular resident whose passing is regretted.

Daniel McCarthy and Bill Galvin on ‘News Round Up’ from Radio Eireann promoting the upcoming Bachelor’s Ball with all proceeds going to the Hungarian Refugee Fund. The programme was introduced by Des Benson Killeshandra.

Cumainn Seanchais Bhreifne present Rev Canon Mooney OFM speaking on ‘Some prominent Cavan Treasures of the Past’ in the Farnham Hotel Cavan.

November 24^th 1956 Bad fire at Harry Richmond’s burning a Store containing the Christmas stock. The Fire Brigade brought the fire under control in the Stock Room but considerable damage was done to store and contents. Considerable stocks of Stationery Confectionery Tobacco and 6 cwt of Butter are lost but Harry in the same issue proclaims ‘Business as Usual’ and thanks the Fire Chief Aidan Madden and the Brigade as well as Superintendent Joe Murray and the Gardai and all the kind neighbours and friends who helped in any way Phone Cavan 156 .

Cavan Red Cross Relief Fund shoots up to £1,061 as 8 families in the town volunteer to take some of the Hungarian Refugees.

The Statue of The Right Honourable Lord Farnham 1799-1868 who together with his wife was killed in a tragic train crash in North Wales. The statue was erected in his honour by his tenants at Farnham Estate receives a much admired refurbishment at the present site The Protestant Hall.

Mrs Una Smith ‘Bunraskin’ Farnham Street Cavan wins £10 in the Super Sweep Draw. Andy Mallon Katie Mallon Andy McGahon Mai Joe McGahon and Mr and Mrs John Greenan win a similar amount in the Draw.

Cavan Chess Club 1957 Chairman JP Mansfield County Engineer Treasurer Jim Scanlon Secretary E McDwyer NT Ballinagh. They have a  weekly session each week in the Cavan Golf Club in preparation for their 1^st round Ulster Championship game against Monaghan. Annual Subscriptions are 10/- 15/- for two £1 for 3 or more family members.

December 1^st 1956 As turmoil continues in the harsh Winter weather in Hungary 180 refugees fly into Shannon to be housed in the old Military Barracks in Clare. The Irish Red Cross announce that  they have received £10,000 in donations together with tons of clothes tinned and frozen foods. General Strike in Hungary calls for the withdrawal of Soviet troops and reinstatement of Negro as Prime Minister.

John James Henderson cyclist aged 20 from Annagelliffe slips on the ice adjacent to Killygarry Church and is run over and killed by a car driven by Christopher Cooper Queen’s Street Dublin as he passed him on the treacherous slippy road. Evidence given by Patrick Hyland Pullamore Evelyn Brady Annagelliffe as Paddy Cusack Coroner returns a verdict of accidental death in accordance with the evidence and exonerates the driver of the car.

Petrol rationing in Cavan and Ireland as a result of the Suez Crisis with all Petrol Stations ordered to close from 1 o clock on Saturday to 8 am on Monday morning .

Breffni Park Draw 1^st K Lee 6 Saint Brigid’s Terrace 2^nd J McCabe Main Street Kingscourt 3^rd Molly Gray Mons Terrace Promoter’s Prize Gerry M Lovett Cathedral Road .

Miss Maeve McDonald Tower Hamlet is awarded her SRN at Saint Anthony’s Hospital Cheam Surrey England .She is daughter of Mrs McDonald and the late Philip McDonald Drapers Cavan.

Death of Edward Brady Connolly Street. He was employed in the Old Pork Market years ago and later spent the remaining years of his working life in McCarren’s. Well known coarse angler he was a well known figure on the Erne Waterway at Killykeen and other popular fishing areas .Father AB McGrath officiated at the funereal  from the Cathedral to Cullies cemetery.

December 8^th 1956 21 year old Ronnie Delaney runs the perfectly timed race to wins the  Olympic Gold medal in the 1500 metres at the Melbourne Olympics in a new Olympic record of 3 minutes 41.2 seconds running the last lap in a scintillating 54 seconds to overhaul long time race leader Brian Hewson of Britain who was overhauled by Ritzenhein of Germany and the world mile record holder John Landy who was 3^rd. It was Ireland’s first gold medal in 24 years. Fred Teidt was later to win a silver medal for Ireland at Welterweight and Johnny Caldwell Freddie Gilroy and Tony Byrne took Olympic Bronze also at boxing.

Petrol to be strictly rationed from the 1^st January 1957 by order of George Norton the Minister for Industry and Commerce.

Rt Rev George Otto Simms  PhD DD Bishop of Cork is appointed Archbishop of Dublin.

Fatima Pharmacy Brdge Street proprietor P T Ruddy has all brands of cosmetics and toiletries in stock for Christmas including electric razors .

P G Smith Solicitor Dublin is appointed Examiner of Titles at the Four Courts in Dublin. He is son of ME Smith formerly Publican Upper Main Street (Hourican’s ) and took first place in Ireland in the Final Solicitor Examinations.

Poor prices pertain at the Butlersbridge Turkey Market with cocks making 1/2 while hens are priced at 1/8. Most brought home their flocks as it is expected that price will improve as demand increases.

Garda Patrick Egan a prominent member of CCE Cavan and main energy behind the Summer Dancing Deck at  Annaglough is made a presentation on behalf of CCE  in the Lakeland Hotel as he is transferred from the area.

Maura Smith daughter of Mrs and t he late Andrew Alackan  House is conferred with her SRN at Saint Luke’s Hospital Bedford.

Geranium in full bloom on back wall at Benny Conaty’s Publican Connolly Street .

December 15^th 1956 Carrickmacross representing Monaghan beat Cavan decisively by 5-1 in the Ulster Championship First Round Chess Competition. Jim Scanlon JP Mansfield Leonard Dillon E McDwyer and Michael J Smyth represented Cavan.

Dorrie Smith is made a presentation by the ladies of County Cavan Golf Club for her services to the Club over many years at a Social in the Ulster Arms Hotel.

Death of Hugh Cafferty Drumelis ex R I C Officer and a popular farmer after a short illness. Survived by his sons daughters brothers and sister. Father Joe Dolan C C officiated at the funeral from the Cathedral to Killygarry cemetery.

Pat Kelly and His Band delight the capacity crowd at the Fine Gael Annual Dance in the Town Hall where there were spots every dance and P N Smith Chairman thanked the large crowd for their support.

Tom McConville gives a very impressive Recital of Beethoven and Verdi at Cavan Gramophone Society. Next Recital is b Rev AB McGrath which will include highlights from the Messiah.

December 22^nd 1956 Sudden death of John Conaty Tullymongan. He was outstandingly popular with all classes and creeds. Survived by his wife daughters sisters and other relatives. Father P J Gargan officiated at the funeral from the Cathedral to Killygarry.

Death of Patrick B Caffrey Drumalee. He was a highly popular old Cavan resident and spent all  his working life as a Fitter in Saint Phelim’s Hospital. Founder member of Drumalee GFC in 1930 he took a leading part in reviving the Club in 1950 after the Club had spent some years in the wilderness. Survived by his wife one son and two daughters. He was President Drumalee GFC at his death and the members formed a Guard of Honour at the funeral from the Cathedral to Ballinagh Cemetery with Father P J Gargan officiating .

Pavilion Pantomime Musical Society present’Ali Baba and the Forty Thieves’ in the Town Hall from the 6-13^th of January 1957 with Booking now commenced at Sullivan’s Sweet Shop.

Sympathy is extended to William Flynn Saint Patrick’s Terrace on the death of his sister Nellie in Leeds England, daughter of Mr and Mrs W Flynn Connolly Street.

CYMS Whist Top Score Rose Meehan 1^st Lady Bee Donohoe 2^nd B Fitzpatrick Ballinagh .Gent’s 1^st Joe O Rourke Saint Phelim’s Place 2^nd T Storey 3^rd Joe Brady Butlersbridge.

Cavan Turkey Market sees prices increase with demand Hens 2/6 Cocks 1/10 Geese 1/4 while chickens sold at 2/-per lb.

December 29^th 1956 Death of John F O H        anlon (Fred ) at his residence 3 Farnham Street after a short illness of a few weeks. Surrounded by his family saying the Rosary at his death on Sunday. He was aged 84 and was Managing Director of the Anglo Celt for over 60 years taking over the mantle on the early death of his father. He was youngest son of John F O Hanlon Editor and Proprietor of the Anglo Celt and Kate O Hanlon. Along with his mother and the legendary Editor E T O Hanlon he built the paper from relative obscurity and poor circulation to it’s present place of eminence in the Provincial Newspaper world. Educated at the Christian Brothers Cavan and Saint Patrick’s College. He took a prominent part in all aspects of Cavan life he particularly championed the cause of the Farming Community. His early life was marked by his contribution to the GAA when he along with Joe Smith Courthouse Paddy O Reilly Athbara and his old friend and Anglo Celt Sports Editor Andy McEntee reformed the GAA in Cavan and Ulster following a famous meeting in the Temperance Hall Cavan in April 2003. He travelled all over Cavan and Ulster reforming the game which had fallen into disrepute after it’s foundation in 1884 and lived to see Cavan winning 5 All Ireland Senior titles as well as numerous Ulster crowns for which he donated the famous Anglo Celt trophy. He was President of Cavan County Board for many years until his death. He was also a leading figure in the world of Athletics and was Official Handicapper for Cavan- a job that brought the young John F to every  sports and athletic meeting in County Cavan. He took an active part in the foundation of County Cavan Golf Club which was first situated on  his Grandfather’s land at Killynebber House. He later took an important role in the relocation and development of the  course at Drumelis in 1922. Representing the Irish Parliamentary Party he contested the famous East Cavan By Election of 1918 where he was just edged out by the legendary Arthur Griffith who was  to become the first Vice President and President of the Irish Free State. In 1927 John F contested the General Election as an Independent and was returned for Cavan at the head of the poll and served the people of Cavan in Dail Eireann until 1933. He was a prominent member of the Procedures and Privileges Committee and founding member of the Centre Party which the present Minister  of Agriculture James Dillon represented for many years before  joining Fine Gael. He was a long time member of Cavan Urban Council Cavan Board Guardians and founding member of Saint Patrick’s College Past Pupils Union .He was a distinguished member of the Kilmore Diocesan Committee founded in 1917 by Bishop Finnegan with the express aim of providing a new Cathedral for the Diocese. Under Bishop Lyons this dream became a reality and John F O Hanlon and the Anglo Celt played a pivotal role in ensuring that the Cathedral was not only built to the highest possible specification but incredibly paid for in full to allow it’s consecration on the 14^th September 1947  on the same day as Cavan beat Kerry to win  their 3^rd All Ireland Senior title in the Polo Grounds New York. He was a founding member of Cavan Committee of Agriculture in 1906 and Cavan Show Committee where he was a Trustee of the Society until his death. He was a founder member of the Association of Irish Newspapers and Master Printers. He suffered a grievous loss just over 2 years ago with the death of his beloved wife Kathleen (Bobbie) Gannon whom he married in 1919 and although he recovered from the shock he was cared for by his only daughter Joan who ensured that he could stay at home and not require hospitalisation during the last few difficult months of his life .The last rites of the Church were administered by Father A B McGrath and the remains were received at the Cathedral by his good friend Father Jimmy O Reilly Adm who was a frequent visitor to the O Hanlon house in Farnham Street. The coffin was carried from the house to the Cathedral by members of the Anglo Celt staff while at the funeral they were assisted by members of Cavan County Board GAA. Father A B McGrath was the chief celebrant of the funeral Mass in the packed Cathedral on Christmas Eve and John F O Hanlon one of the great giants of the Community in Cavan was buried in Cullies spending his first Christmas away from home. He is survived by his three sons William P Edward T Fredrick F  his daughter Joan sister Mrs Finlay Cavan Airmid Nuala daughters in law John F Simon Mark grandsons Morna and Catherine granddaughters .

Mullahoran win their 1^st ever Senior League title defeating the holders Cootehill 2-4 to 1-6  in a bad tempered game played in the worst possible weather conditions with hail rain and even snow falling in torrents throughout. In presenting the trophy  the Chairman of the County Board TP O Reilly said that he could not congratulate the players on the disgraceful way the game was played and presented the trophy to the Mullahoran Captain Connie Halton without further comment.

Trading in Cavan town was very brisk during the weeks leading up to Christmas but the harsh Winter weather dampened the enthusiasm and volume of the customary last minute Christmas Rush.

Father Pat Donohoe eldest son of Johnny and Alice Donohoe Bridge Street is ordained a priest by Bishop Cleary at a glittering ceremony in Dalgan Park Navan attended by all of the Donohoe family to whom the  new priest gave his first blessing. Father Donohoe assisted by family friend Father P J Gargan celebrated his 1^st Mass in the Cathedral on Saturday morning where he again imparted his blessing to friends and neighbours.

Over 600 children greet Santa on his arrival on the  Fire Engine where he distributed gifts to the delighted children patting each of them on the head.

Father AB McGrath Choirmaster entertains the altar boys and choir in the De La Salle School then accompanies them to the pictures in the nearby Magnet Cinema.

Sympathy is extended to Ina McEntee 4 Saint Phelim’s Place on the death of her father P J Kennedy Galway on Christmas Day. P J was a  distinguished member of Galway County Council staff.

Service of Carols and Christmas Hymns broadcast on New Year’s Eve from Cavan Parish Church on Radio Eireann. Bishop Tyndall DD conducted the Service assisted by Rector RCH Turkington. Mrs Anderson Royal School conducted the Choir while Rev W Slater was on the Organ.

De La Salle Brothers serve the Christmas Dinner to the Community and Orphans in Saint Clare’s Convent. Each child received a beautiful Christmas gift from beneath the gaily decorated Christmas Tree. On Saint Stephen’s Day the local branch of Saint Vincent De Paul presented each child with their own gift and provided fruit biscuits  and sweets to the delighted orphans. Later as usual the great Joe Murray Garda Superintendent put on a film show followed by concert items which was thoroughly enjoyed and appreciated.

January 5^th 1957 As usual the New Year was heralded in at midnight by the parading Cavan Labour Band playing season airs.

Death of Margaret O Reilly Derrycramph in Saint Phelim’s Hospital. She is survived by 3 brothers and 1 sister. Funeral from the Cathedral to Kilmore Old Cemetery.

Isobel Cinnamond achieves 1^st place in Church exam at Cavan Presbyterian Church. Isobel is daughter of Ned and Mrs Cinnamond Church Street.

Dessie Gumley son of Pat and Delia Gumley Drumalee picked a beautiful bunch of primroses over the Christmas Holiday.

Cavan CYMS Whist Top Score  Maureen McDonald 1^st Lady Mrs PJ O Reilly 2^nd Josephine McEntee 1^st Gent Paddy Woods and 2^nd Gent Eddie Doonan.

Messages of Sympathy continue to pour in to the family of the late John F O Hanlon with Virginia Show Cavan Drama Festival Cavan County and Urban Council Fine Gael Cavan AOH Cavan ICA Cavan Virginia and Belturbet Golf Clubs Cavan Dog and Gun Club Virginia Blues GFC  Cavan Christmas Tree Protestant Board of Governors National Blood Transfusion all sending messages of sympathy.

January 12^th 1957 Anthony Eden resigns as British Prime Minister in the wake of the Suez Crisis stating health reasons. RA Butler is the overwhelming favourite to succeed Sir Anthony.

Border areas on high alert as IRA continue their attacks on RUC Stations along the border. Sean South from Garryowen Limerick Fergal O Hanlon from Monaghan and an RUC officer are shot dead. John A Costello condems these acts of ‘tyranny’ stating that ‘Partition will never be ended by force ‘ Eamon De Valera condemns ‘the tyranny of a few’.

Nurse Mary Ann Cadden aged 57 who was sentenced to death for the murder of Helen O Reilly has her sentenced commuted to Penal Servitude for Life.

Noel O Reilly Victor Sherlock Jim McDonnell and Brian Gallagher are the 4 Cavan representatives on the Ulster team to play Connaught in Sligo.

Breffni Park Draw 1^st £20 Joe Ebbitt Faragh Crossdoney  2^nd P McCoy Main Street Cootehill. Promoter’s Prize Mattie Corcoran Providers.

R A Butler is passed over in Britain as Queen Elizabeth after consulting with Winston Churchill asks Harold McMillen to form the next Government. Member of the House of Commons since 1923, 63 year old McMillan is MP for Bromley and succeeded RA Butler as Chancellor of the Exchequer in Sir Anthony Eden’s Cabinet.

Death of Catherine Conlon at the age of 34 at the residence of her sister Mrs Packy Leonard Bridge Street. Native of Lacken Co Monaghan ,she is survived by her brothers sisters and other relatives.Funeral from the Cathedral to Killygarry Cemetery.

Sympathy is extended to Griffith Black and Myrtle Henderson on the death of their distinguished uncle Herbert C Black Drumbar. Funeral from Kilmore Cathedral to the adjoining churchyard.

Sergeant J McMahon son of Mr and Mrs John McMahon Emmett Place is awarded the BEM in the British New Year’s Honours List .He joined the British Army on the outbreak of World War 2 in 1939 and served in the 405 Company Royal  Pioneer Corps.

‘Ali Baba and the 40 Thieves’ biggest cast ever assembled on a  Cavan stage. Girl’s Chorus Emily Devaney Celestie O Reilly Marie Sullivan Rita Smith Collette O Reilly and Josephine McGarvey.Maura Maloney led the dancing girls of  Bimba McCabe Valerie McCarren Maeve Coulter Ena Gear Sheila O Reilly Myra Mannion Miriam and Una Healy with some beautiful tap dancing and ballet. Noreen Madden was outstanding with beautiful voice and stunning figure while Imra Furlong of Nomads fame gave a sterling performance as Morgana.Sean Bergin in the title role of Ali Baba brought all his considerable talents to the part and was consistently excellent all week. George Maloney as Ali Baba’s wife was the star of the show and his singing of ‘A Sweet Old Fashioned Girl ‘ was the highlight of a brilliant performance. Michael Donnelly and Michael Lynch took over from the legendary Sonny Magee and Frank Lynott and coped admirably. Pat McNulty was excellent and Phyllis Lynch was a beautiful Baghdad maiden. Other notable performers were Bill Galvin Joe Berwick Andy Mohan Robert McCarthy Val Kennedy .Men’s Chorus Mel Keaveney E Kingston Andy Mohan Michael Rafferty Brendan Jenkins Gene Cullivan  Sean Connolly Liam Kinsella Andy McGahon Gerry Moore John Maguire Niall Walsh Eddie Reilly Jerry Lyons Paddy McNamara John Sharkey and Kevin Horan .One of the highlights of the show was the men’s chorus in full voice singing ‘Stout Hearted Men’. Children’s Chorus Frances Sullivan Breda Sullivan Clare Maloney Sinead  Blessing Sarann O Reilly Frances Donoghue Ethna Nee Alice Donohoe Mary Moran Leila Lally Noeleen McCormick Doreen Gaffney Sheila Brady Katherine Smyth Renee Tully Gerry Cusack Moya Maloney Catherine English Dolores Smith and Denise O Brien. Senior Children’s Chorus highlight was the beautiful rendition of ‘Alice Blue Gown’ Mary Ormsby Lorraine McCarren Sheila Dowd Florence Elliott Aíne Sullivan Margaret Beggs Joan O Brien Ann Donohoe Olive Magee Geraldine Magee Deidre Conlon and Gráinne Blessing. Musical Director Maisie Magee Orchestra Stan Mullery and Members of the Urney Ceilidhe Band .Choreography Maura Maloney and Mrs Ballagh Dublin .Wardrobe Mistress Maureen Hand Make Up Teresa O Rourke Annie Brady Frank Carroll John Donohoe and Paddy  Donohoe Scenery painted by Jim Scanlon Stage Managers Dennis Whelan and Joe Duffy .Lighting and Effects Smyth’s 60 Main Street and Strand Electric Dublin. Script and Producer M J Sonny Magee.

January 19^th 1957 Aiden Madden Fire Chief and Tommy McCormick Elmbank Hatcheries feature on the hour long programme from Radio Eireann. Aiden explains to farmers how they should react to fire breaking out on their farms while Tommy describes in detail his recent trip to America where he visited a large duck farm stating that he intends to install the same sophisticated techniques at his Cavan plant. The interview will conclude next Sunday!

Bridge Club N/S Tom Hickey and Una Smith E/W Dermot Morgan and Mr Sullivan.

Kathleen Sullivan’s Captain Prize at Cavan Bridge Club N/S Tom and Maggie Hickey E/W E T O Hanlon and DP  Hunt.

Sympathy is extended to Airmid O Hanlon and Una Smith on the death of their uncle Canon McMullin P P Carrigart County Donegal who was brother of Surgeon J C McMullin former County Surgeon Cavan.

Cavan are just beaten in the last minute of extra time by Enniskillen 11 points to 8 in their first round Ulster Rugby clash at the Royal School Cavan. Cavan team Jim Meehan R Scott Bill Flannery J Phelan Cyril Morris Peter Storey Teddy McCormack H Coyle J Burns F Cooney Sean Woods C Sheridan George Maloney Michael Donnelly Captain and Norman Cinnamond. Jim McGinn scored the winning try for Enniskillen in the very last minute  of extra time when a replay at the Enniskillen venue looked a certainty.

January 26^th 1957 Princess Grace of Monaco gives birth to a baby girl Caroline Louise Marguerite. Arrival of heir to Princess Grace and Prince Rainier of Monaco is greeted by a 21 gun salute.

Congratulations to Dermot C O Sullivan who passed his final Veterinary examinations MVB MRCVSI, he is eldest son of Inspector O Sullivan Cavan.

‘Free to All’ Paddy Conaty deplores the downward spiral of gaelic football in the County town where the present clubs Cavan Slashers and Harps failed at Senior Junior and Minor levels to impress in the last few seasons. Paddy goes on to say that he has secured the services of Father James J O Reilly Adm to Chair the discussion planned for the Town Hall on Tuesday January 29th with a view to amalgamating the two clubs .

February 2^nd 1957 Death of John Weir Breffni Terrace at a relatively early age. He was a member of the Irish Army during the Emergency and served in Athlone and Mullingar. He is survived by his mother brothers and sisters .Funeral from the Cathedral to Cullies cemetery.

George Carroll Senior 23 College Street suffers a bad fall on the thick ice at Magee’s Corner (Tom Boylan’s ). He is making satisfactory progress at the Surgical Hospital.

Cavan Bridge Club N/S Rev Patrick J Gargan and John Marron E/W Ina Hickey and Gerry Moore.

After tabling a motion of ‘no confidence’ in the Government by Sean McBride Clann Na Poblachta and Eamonn De Velera. They are informed that the Taoiseach John A Costello has asked the President  to dissolve the 15^th Dail and the General Election will be held on March 5^th 1957.

February 9^th 1956 Worst storm in living memory as hundreds of trees are uprooted and roofs TV aerials’ and ESB and Telephone cables are blown down in the over 100 M P H winds followed by torrential rain which left the area flooded.

Owen Roe O Neill and Sons Butchers open their new Butcher’s Shop in the premises they purchased from John James Greene Butcher 80 Main Street.

Unexpected spanner in the works at 2^nd meeting in the Town Hall in connection with amalgamating both Cavan Slashers and Harps when Phil Lee Jimmy Sheridan and Jimmy Egan inform the meeting that following a meeting of the Cavan Harps players the motion to amalgamate the two clubs was roundly rejected by 14 votes to 2 with one player abstaining. Father Jimmy O Reilly Adm expresses amazement with this turn of events as it was expected that the process would only be a matter of form following the 1^st meeting in the Town Hall. Several suggestions are made including scrapping the process but Poppy McNamara states that the Harps meeting was  not democratically assembled as he nor the delegates at the 1^st meeting were invited or canvassed for their views. It is unanimously agreed that the Harps Delegation re consult their club with a view to obtaining the overall view and report back to a final meeting in the Town Hall where a definite decision on the proposed amalgamation can be reached.

Death of Lt Colonel Lord Farnham at the age of 77 in a Dublin Nursing Home. He was the 11^th Baron Farnham a title in existence and held by the Maxwell family who are of Scottish descent since 1761. Educated at Harrow he attended the Royal Military College at Sandhurst in 1900 and took part in the African War from 1901 to 1902 as a Lieutenant and was mentioned in dispatches. Married Aileen Selina 2^nd daughter of Charles Coote Mallow County Cork in 1908. Later that year he was appointed Irish Representative Peer in the House of Lords. On the outbreak of World War 1 he joined the Enniskillen Fusiliers and commanded a Battalion winning a Distinguished Service medal. He was reported missing presumed dead in 1919 but was taken prisoner by the Germans but managed to escape and make his way back to England and later his own demesne in Farnham where he was carried shoulder high from Cavan Railway Station by  his tenants and employees who rejoiced in his miraculous re appearance. However events in Ireland drove him out of Farnham in 1922 and he remained in London until 1927 when he returned to Farnham to farm his vast lands where he produced choice vegetables flowers and livestock including many prize winning horses in which he had a  special interest. During his long reign he oversaw the building of the Town Hall and the establishment of Town Hall Street. He was a keen exhibitor and Vice President Cavan Show Society and could be seen daily on his own farm directing operations from his tractor .Outstanding golfer  he donated facilitated the establishment of County Cavan Golf Club and was himself a former Captain and played of a handicap of 4. He was also an expert tennis player and facilitated the Cavan Lawn Tennis Club at Farnham Street  behind the Protestant Hall. Every Wednesday afternoon the Farnham’s held their own very elite Tennis Outing which finished with Lady Farnham serving a delicious tea to the strictly invited guests. From a young boy he holidayed in Switzerland and was an expert skier over all terrains. He took a very active interest in the promotion and welfare of the Church of Ireland being a member of the Diocesan Synod and Trustee and Administrator of the Diocesan Court. Member of the Grand Lodge of Masons he took a keen interest in the welfare of those who had fallen on tough times or were destitute through no fault of their own. Governor of the Royal School. He was President of the Board of Governors of the Adelaide Hospital. Member of the exclusive Naval and Military Clubs Kildare Street Dublin and the Royal Automobile Association. He lost his only son Somerset Arthur Maxwell wounded in battle in 1942 and he is succeeded by his 25 year old Grandson Barry Owen Somerset Maxwell of Lightwater House Lightwater Surrey. Barry was educated at Eton and is a Lieutenant in the Royal House Guards. Lord Farnham 11^th Baron is survived by his daughter Vereena wife of Major Mark Vance Mulbank MVO Equerry to Queen Elizabeth since 1954. The removal of the remains to Kilmore Cathedral was accompanied on the journey from Dublin by a huge cortege of cars.

Brian Corr son of Mr and Mrs Corr Farnham Street is called up for training with the Irish Air Corps .

Death of Jane Brady Breffni Terrace relict of the late Terence. She w as popular with all classes and creeds and practiced true Christian charity .Survived by her sons brothers and daughter in law .Father Joe Dolan CC officiated at the funeral from the Cathedral to Cullies.

February 16^th 1956 William Henry Pratt 16 ½  is accidentally shot dead while  out shooting with his brother Robert 18. Son of William and Mrs Pratt Toneymore they were on their way home when William brushed against the gun held by Bob which mysteriously discharged killing him instantly. He was a helper on his father’s farm and was also employed as a Clerk in Smith’s Garage. Dr Jack Sullivan Cavan gave evidence to the Jury that death was due to bleeding and shock and the Jury on the direction of Paddy Cusack County Coroner brought in a verdict of ‘ accidental death’. Kilmore Cathedral was packed to capacity for the funeral which was conducted by the Rev RCH Turkington with burial in the New Cemetery.

Funeral of Lt Col Lord Farnham DSO in Kilmore Cathedral. Among the Clergy were Bishop Bruton former Archbishop of Dublin Bishop PJ Mitchell Down and Connor Dr C J Tyndall Kilmore Dr FW Grant Venerable HW Shire Rev RCH Turkington Rector Kilmore. The chief mourners were Lady Farnham Hon Mrs Milbank daughter Barry Owen Somerset Maxwell heir David Gibbs grandson Zoe Maxwell Hon Stella Maxwell sisters Major R Lucas Clements John Lucas Clements and Miss Lucas Clements cousins Brigadier Gibbs and Major Mark Milbank sons in law. Father James J O Reilly Adm representing the Catholic Bishop of Kilmore Austin Quinn Jack Halpin ET and Willie O Hanlon Dr Jack Sullivan MD PF Baxter Chairman of the Seanad Paddy O Reilly TD Dermot McCarthy County Manager Rev John Anderson Royal School and Father Patrick Gaffney President Saint Patrick’s College were also among the distinguished attendance.

New football and hurling club for Cavan as Cavan Harps and Cavan Slashers are voted out of existence as over 60 people from both clubs gather under the Chairmanship of Father Jimmy O Reilly Adm for the 3^rd time in as many weeks. This time Johnny O Rourke replaced Phil Lee as spokesman for the Harps saying that ‘a majority of the members were in favour of amalgamating the Clubs to give Cavan town a united front for the first time in 25 years. He hoped now that once again the town could compete at the highest level in the County and through the new Club foster players fit and able enough to represent the County at all levels’. Hughie Doonan proposed and Tom McNamara seconded that the name of the Club should be Cavan Gaels. Slashers representatives John Johnston Tommy Hughes Matty Corcoran AJ O Brien NT Jimmy Finlay TM Gilroy and Pat O Neill hurling .Harps representatives Pappy McNamara Johnny O Rourke Willie Doonan Seamus Fay Tom McNamara and John Keogan .All officers elected unanimously Chairman Father Jimmy J O Reilly Adm Vice Chairman Paddy Conaty Joint Secretaries Jimmy ‘Inky’ Sheridan and Sean Galligan Treasurer Father P J Gargan CC Assistant Treasurer Seamus Fay .County Board Reps Senior Football Hugh ‘Bud’ McNamara Junior Football Father P J Gargan CC and Hurling Pat O Neill. Hughie L Smith Secretary of Cavan County Board hailed this ‘as a red letter day for football in the County town and hoped it would bring to an end the 25 year division when football in the town was the big loser’. Tommy Hughes paid tribute to the diplomatic skills of Father Jimmy O’ Reilly and the tenaciousness and sheer hard work of Paddy Conaty who prepared the ground for this momentous decision. He concluded by saying that ‘the positive decision of the Harps to amalgamate was chiefly brought about by the untiring efforts and enthusiasm of Poppy McNamara’.

Kathleen Bell proprietor of the Arch Café is made a presentation by her many friends as she leaves Cavan for Dublin at a function in the Ulster Arms. Gerry M Lovett made the presentation followed by a Social with comedy items and songs.

Jean McFeeley BDS Swellan House is the presenter of this week’s Recital at Cavan Gramophone Society including a delightful programme of light music by Chopin John McCormack and a piano recital by Jeanette Cohen.

Death of Mary Carney relict of Patrick College Street in Saint Phelim’s Hospital. Survived by her sister Sister Mary Palatina USA. .Funeral from the Cathedral to Killygarry.

February 23^rd 1957 Winners at the Juvenile Boxing Tournament in the Market Square where trainer Jim Brady exhibited the wealth of talent which he is currently training at their Headquarters in the Market Square.  Bunty McDermott Teddy O Neill Frankie Weir Tony Higgins Peter Kinsella Harry Donegan who drew with Andy Murray Tom McNamara Tommy Carroll Bobby Gray who drew with Noel McKiernan Davie O Connor Richard Clarke Tommy Donegan Phil ‘Lightning; Murray Nicky Kitson and Jackie Murphy .

Cavan Ladies Golf 1957 President Dorie Smith Captain Betty Hickey Treasurer Molly Finnegan Secretary Olive Black Match Secretary Mrs Eddie Flood.

Patrick J Hickey eldest son of Mr and Mrs Joe Hickey Main Street is appointed Chief Operations Officer at the Department of Posts and Telegraphs.

Connie McEntee Church Street in fire drama as her bedroom fills with smoke coming from a downstairs room rented by her Aunt Miss Brady to Fianna Fail for Election 1957. The cause of the fire was an oval stove which was left lit after  hours and but for the swift actions of Connie and the early arrival of the Fire Brigade under Captain Aidan Madden could have resulted in more serious damage to the premises opposite the Surgical Hospital.

Labour Band 1957 Chairman Mick Farrell Vice Chairman Seamus McCormack Secretary P Farrelly Trustees Eddie Moore and Paddy Tully. Committee Josie Greenan F Murray P Greenan.

March 2^nd 1957 Death of Bernard Heslin 2 Coleman Road and Kelly’s Terrace at the age of 84. One of Cavan’s oldest and most respected businessmen he was a Bread Agent for Galbraith’s Bread and Hughe’s Bread Belfast supplying bread to the surrounding shops in the countryside. Survived by his sisters Margaret and Mary Ann Heslin Cavan. Large attendance at the funeral in the Cathedral where Father JJ O Reilly officiated and burial took place in Cullies.

Death of Michael Lee Dover England. Survived by his wife and family with funeral taking place in England.

Death of Terence McKiernan at the residence of  his  brother Joe ‘The  Shamrock Hotel’. Survived by his daughters son in law brother and sister. Funeral from the Cathedral to Potahee.

Death of Michael Leddy Drumcrave in Saint Phelim’s Hospital .Funeral from the Cathedral to Killygarry.

Death of Mary Sexton relict of James Sexton Connolly Street 7 years after the death of her husband James. Highly respected member of an old Cavan family she was very well known for her charity and hospitality. Survived by her sons daughters and other relatives. Father J J O Reilly officiated at the funeral with a large crowd attending the funeral and removal with burial in Killygarry.

Over 7,000 ‘are comfortably’ accommodated to watch Cavan beat Ulster Champions Tyrone 1-9 to 1-8 in the Final of the Fitzsimmons Cup played in pouring rain in Kells. Referee T Million Meath and the Cup and medals were presented to the victorious Cavan team after the game. Cavan Seamus Morris Noel O Reilly Dan McCaffrey Cecil O Reilly Donal Kelly Tom Maguire  Jim McDonnell Mick Lynch Gerry Keyes Con Smith Brian Gallagher Seamus Conaty James Brady Victor Sherlock Captain Charlie Gallagher Sub Mal Shields for Jim McDonnell .

Saint Patrick’s College beat Saint McCartan’s College Monaghan in Breffni Park 4-5 to 0-6 to win their section of the Ulster College’s League and qualify for the McRory Cup Final. Team M Lynch Felim Kelly B Brady Jimmy Smith PA O Reilly  Jimmy O Donnell Eddie McLoughlin Dessie Coyle Sean Brady P Hurley T Kilkenny and Eamonn O Grady. Referee John Johnston Cavan.

Breffni Park Draw 1^st K Smith Lisdarn £20 2^nd Brian Boylan 61 Main Street Cavan 3^rd £2 K Galligan Connolly Street.£1 each Jackie Gilroy Coleman Road and Mrs Cissie Ronaghan Town Hall Street

Surgeon Cullen retires as Medical Officer Saint Phelim’s Hospital after many years distinguished service. Social and dancing followed the presentation with musical items from the patients and staff.

Eugene Leddy and  his Ceilidhe Band on 5 day tour of Scotland at the invitation of the Irish Society in Greenock. Members of the Band who travelled by boat from Belfast Frank Leddy Paddy McPhilips Ken Browne Tommy Reilly P Teevan T Curran Killeshandra Jennie Breen NT Butlersbridge and Mrs McGovern Belturbet.

Jack J Norry Overseer in Cavan Post Office and Saint Phelim’s Place Cavan is promoted to Postmaster Cootehill.

Presentation to Joe Flately Castletara who is emigrating with his entire family to the USA. Seamus McCormack made the presentation in the Town Hall with music by Des Jenkins and His Orchestra.

Fancy Dress in Kilmore Hall Prettiest Valerie Pratt ‘Doll in Box’ Funniest F Lyndsey ‘Parson’s Cat’ Best Advertisement Ruby Foster ‘Lemon’s Pure Sweets’ Most Original Doreen and Ruth Stafford .Adult’s Fancy Dress ‘Bride and Groom’ L Pratt and Hazel Gordon Funniest Clement Daniels and Victor Soden ‘Love on the Dole’ Most Original Betty Browne ‘Radio Eireann’ Best Pair Mrs Turkington and Doreen Lord Novelty Fred Harris Gerry Graham R Stafford ‘Question Time’ and G Lowe was presented with the Special Prize.

March 9^th 1957 Eamonn De Velera leads Fianna Fail back into Government with a majority of at least 9 seats .Ballinamore returned 2 Sinn Fein Deputies including John Joe McGirl who is in jail in Mountjoy as Sinn Fein make big inroads returning 4 deputies and polling very well everywhere despite the fact that they would  not attend the Dail. Sean McBride who precipitated the Election by voting no confidence in the Taoiseach John A Costello is not re elected and John Tully Cavan is the sole Clann Na Poblachta representative in the 16^th Dail. There was a nationwide turnout of 71%.Paddy Smith as usual headed the Poll at the Cavan Count in the Courthouse where Mr M McKenna County Registrar Coleman Road was Returning Officer for the 4 seat Cavan Constituency with a quota of 6,116 .First Count Paddy Smith FF 7,309 Paddy O Reilly FG 4,704 John Tully Clann Na Poblachta 4,307 John Cole Independent 4,161 Paddy Duffy Sinn Fein 3,308 Seamus Dolan FF 2,626 Michael Sheridan FF 2,610 Frank McGovern FG 1,533. At 10.15 pm Paddy O Reilly FG John Tully CNP and Michael Sheridan all reached the Quota and joined  Paddy Smith as TDs for Cavan in the 16^th Dail. The overall position was FF 78 FG 40 Labour 12 Sinn Fein 4 Clann Na Talun 3 Clann Na Poblachta 1 Independents 9.

Captain and Noreen Madden are guests of Cavan Fire Brigade in the ‘Dew Drop Inn’ when they were made a presentation by the local Brigade as they leave Cavan to take up a similar position in County Tipperary. Phil Writt Captain said that it was impossible to quantify Aiden Madden’s contribution to Cavan and particularly the Fire Service over the last 7 years. Aiden Madden brought with him a great enthusiasm and know how to the Fire Brigade and they were only slowly recovering from the shock of the Convent Fire in 1943. It would be fair to say that Aidan Madden a qualified Engineer and the first full time Fire Chief in Cavan revolutionised the service which in 1950 consisted of a couple of hand carts drawn by the members in all conditions. Jimmy Finlay made the presentation to  Aidan and Noreen and wished them well in their new surroundings in County Tipperary.

Jack  Flood Hackney Services Bridge Street presents a wallet of notes to Gerry McConnell at a Social in the Protestant Hall where music was by the very popular Des Jenkins and His Orchestra. Gerry is third youngest son of Jack and Alice McConnell Ashe Street and is emigrating to England.

Death of Matilda Allison Drumard wife of John. Survived by her husband and family. Funeral from Kilmore Cathedral to Kilmore Cemetery.

March 16^th 1957 Saint Joseph’s Hospital Lisdarn is to be closed as a TB Hospital with the Maternity and Medical patients transferred from Saint Phelim’s Hospital which will now revert to it ‘s original position as a Geriatric Hospital run by the Sisters of Mercy.

Sean T and Mrs O Kelly President of Ireland is the only head of state to attend the 18^th Anniversary Celebrations of the Coronation of Pius XII in Saint Peter’s Rome. Afterwards the 81 year old Pontiff received President and Mrs O Kelly in private audience lasting over ½ hour.

Prize Bonds go on sale in Ireland for the first time with units of £5 available at every Post Office.

The practice of serving drink at Funerals and Wakes is roundly condemned by Bishop Austin Quinn in a letter read at all Masses in  the Diocese.

Death of Rebecca Eleanor McDowell sister of the late Rev William MA DD the Presbyterian Church Farnham Street. Burial took place from Moira Presbyterian Church to the adjoining cemetery.

Tommy Hughes Assistant Secretary Cavan County Board GAA and a playing member of Cavan Gaels GFC is promoted to Overseer Cavan Post Office to replace Jack Norry who was recently promoted Postmaster in Cootehill.

Jimmy ‘Inky’ Sheridan formerly Telegraph Messenger with Cavan Post Office is promoted to the position of Postman Mullagh. Jimmy is Secretary and a playing member of the new Cavan Gaels GFC.

Local Branch of Comaltas Ceoltori Eireann organise a very successful and spectacular Saint Patrick’s Day making it’s way from the Cathedral to The Town Hall via Church Street Main Street Connolly Street and College Street. Brilliant Irish themed Floats include ‘Phil the Fluter’s Ball ‘ and ‘Roisin Dubh’ while Cavan Guild ICA and the Red Cross also had tastefully decorated floats which enthralled the many  hundreds of onlookers who flocked into the town from far and near to celebrate the Feast of Saint Patrick. Among the Bands taking part were Aughavas Pipe Band Mountain Road Pipe Band Drumcrow War Pipers Labour Band Cavan Boy Scout’s Accordion Band and the De La Salle Flagelot Band. At the Ceilidhe and side shows in the Town Hall and throughout the immediate area Ceilidhe Bands taking part included The Crystal Ceilidhe Band Saint Phelim’s Ceilidhe Band Jack Reilly’s Ceilidhe  Dun a Ri Ceilidhe Band and the  Harp of Eireann Ceilidhe Band.

County Cavan Bridge Championships held in the Farnham Hotel N/S Kathleen Sullivan and Dermot Morgan E/W Father Sean O Reilly and Professor William Browne MA

Cavan Chamber of Commerce 1957 President Con A Smith Vice President Robert Mackeral Hon Secretary Griffith H Black Treasurer DB Aherne Munster and Leinster Bank. Council MS MJ Galligan Tom Brady Robert Henderson Tom Malone Liam Bogue Tommy McCormick Dessie Tweedy Brian Coleman and VG Molloy.The outgoing President Tom McCarren did not seek re election but appealed to the business people to join and support the newly formed Chamber of Commerce. After a long discussion in which nearly every member made a contribution on the impending European Free Trade Agreement the Chamber passed a resolution supporting ‘Free Trade for Agricultural products only ‘!

March 23^rd 1957 Eamon De Velera is elected Taoiseach by the 16^th Dail winning  by 78 votes to 53 . Paddy Smith Cootehill is named in the Cabinet as Minister for Local Government and Social Welfare. Paddy Smith was born in Tunnyduff in 1901 and at the age of 16 joined the Volunteers rising to the rank of Company Quartermaster he was later appointed Commandant Carrickallen Brigade. In 1921 he was hunted down and arrested by the British and later sentenced to death for his part in the Volunteers. The signing of the Treaty saved  his life but he fought on the Republican side in the Civil War and spent time in Dundalk Newbridge and Harepark Prisons. While in jail and only 21, he was elected a member of Dail Eireann for Sinn Fein in 1922 and has represented Cavan in the Dail since. He has served as Parliamentary Secretary to an Taoiseach 1939 Parliamentary Secretary to  the Minister of Finance 1943 Minister for Agriculture in 1944 and Minister for Local Government 1951.

Death of Christina Sullivan New York formerly Creighan Terrace. She was the youngest daughter of the large family of Mr and Mrs Jack Sullivan Creighan Terrace and her father was a most respected and expert Cooper in Cavan for over 50 years. She is survived by her sister brother and other relatives .Funeral in New York.

Breffni Park Draw 1^st £20 Eugene O  Neill Saint Phelim’s Place Cavan 2^nd  and £5 Fred Morris Church Street .Promoter’s Prize £2 Packy Phair Killeshandra .

Justice Teevan accompanied by County Registrar F J McKenna is greeted by a Guard of Honour drawn from the local Garda under Superintendent Joe Murray as he arrives to officiate at  his first High Court in the Courthouse Cavan. Justice Teevan is a native of Bawnboy West Cavan.

De La Salle School win the All Ireland Drama Finals in the Olympia Theatre Dublin with ‘Aobhinn Beatha  an Scolaire’. They were placed 1^st in the Over 11 section and the Producer was Brother Cyril.

Mary T Caffrey widow of the recently deceased Patrick B Caffrey The Bungalow Drumalee dies at the residence of her daughter Mrs C J Dawson after a brief illness. Known and respected over a wide area her husband was Fitter in Saint Phelim’s Hospital. She was a woman of great charity and kindness of deep Christian faith. Father A B McGrath officiated at the funeral from the Cathedral to Ballinagh Cemetery.

March 30^th 1957 Death of Claire Frances Donoghue 33 College Street at the District Hospital in Dundalk. Survived by her brother sisters and other relatives .Funeral from the Cathedral to Saint Brigid’s Cemetery Killygarry. Father James J O Reilly Adm officiated.

Death of Josephine Maloney Pound Arch way and 58 Main Street after a short illness at the age of 56 just 9 months after the death of her husband George. Native of the town Jodie as she was affectionately known was a member of the Belford Family who were the leading Drapers and Outfitters in Cavan for over a century and traded from Bridge Street Corner or Belford’s Corner where Andy Slowey has his business to day 2011 .The family emigrated to South Africa  in 1929 but Nellie and Jody stayed on in Cavan .Nellie was a very well known and  highly respected member of Cavan County Council which she served in the Road Taxation Office for over half a century. Jodie was an outstanding wife and housewife and was a frequent welcome visitor to Smyth’s and McConnell’ who were nieces and nephews of Uncle George. Predeceased by her husband George and son Sean as an infant Jodie Maloney is survived by he daughter Patsy SRN and her sister  Nellie in Cavan and brothers and sisters in South Africa. Father James J O Reilly Adm officiated at the funeral from the Cathedral to Killygarry Cemetery.

Death of Bridget McGahern 23 Wolfe Tone Street in Saint Phelim’s Hospital .Survived by her brothers sisters and other relatives .Father AB McGrath officiated at the funeral from the Cathedral to Drumcor.

Leaders of 6 West European nations France Italy West Germany Belgium Holland and Luxembourg sign in Rome the European Community and Eurotam draft treaties which bind 160,000,000 in an economic union and may eventually lead to a new world power.

Wide and colourful selection of coats suits and cotton frocks to suit all pockets and tastes at the Vera Brady Fashion Show in the packed and appreciative Town Hall where the Mannequins were from the Miriam Woodbyrne Agency Dublin with local teenagers Mary Mullarkey and Eileen Connolly modelling for the younger person and Sheila Brady and Kay Mullery modelling the new season children’s clothes .Draw at the interval for the District Nursing Fund while the entire proceeds of the Fashion Show go to Cavan Branch Saint Vincent De Paul.

Tommy Flood is the recipient of a presentation by his friends and colleagues in the town as well as his  work mates in Cavan County Council as he leaves Cavan for America with his sister Frances Lynch and her 4 young children where they will be met in New York by Frances’ husband .

Cavan Bridge Club 1^st Mr and Mrs P D Maloney E/W Professor Browne MA and Father Francis McKiernan Saint Patrick’s College.

Samuel Johnston gives and excellent recital at Cavan Gramophone Society introducing and presenting the music of Handel while Dr P Watters will give the final recital of the Season at Cavan Gramophone Society next week.

Con Smith and Mick Lynch representing Butlersbridge GFC are the stars of a very slick effective forward line that overcome Meath 1-12 to 2-7 in the Division 2 League Final in Park Tailteann Navan, Cavan led by 1-7 to 1-3 at half time.

April 6^th 1957 Saint Columb’s College Derry with ‘ The Passing Day’ are the winners of the Dr Lyons Cup and the Open Section at Cavan Drama Festival .The Patrician Players Cavan with ‘The Wayward Saint’ are the winners of the Hugh Lee Cup confined to groups from the Diocese of Kilmore. Cast Darragh Smith Bill Henry Betty Hickey Airmid O Hanlon Michael Donnelly Jack Binchey Miriam Healy Ena Gear Jack Brady and Bill Galvin. The Producer was Jack Binchey.Saint Bridget’s Dramatic Society Rathnew are the winners of the One Act Section and the Anglo Celt Cup. Best Producer Gerard Wheatley Bernadette Players Sligo with ‘Rebecca’ Best Actor A J Faulkner Athlone Little Theatre Group and Best Actress Nellie Carey Athlone Little Theatre Group who presented ‘Shadow and Substance’. Cavan GAA Cup for Irish plays under 14 Aisteori De La Salle with ‘Aoibheann Bheata an Scolaire’ Cast Paddy McCormack Patsy Lee James Connolly Richard Graham Damien Dillon Jerome Casey Dermot Burke Michael Murray Harry Hunt Liam Cooke and Joseph Hickey. The same group were 2^nd in their Section with ‘Iosagain’. Betty Fitzpatrick Cup for Elocution Madeline O Donoghue College Street and Val Mullery Francis Street.

Cavan play Kerry in the National League Semi Final in Croke Park with Mick Lynch Butlersbridge at full forward expected to be pivotal to Cavan’s chances of gaining revenge for their heavy defeat at the hands of Kerry when they last met in the All Ireland Semi Final Replay of 1955, 8 of the Cavan team who did duty that day line out on Sunday with the Referee once again  being Peter McDermott of Meath.

Bridie Smyth of the County Engineer’s Office is the winner of the Top Prize of £50 in the Cavan CYMS Monster Whist Drive in the Town Hall with a score of 148 from 19 games with Joe Shannon 2^nd with the same score receiving £10 after Bridie Smyth won on a cut. 1^st Lady A M O Reilly Tunnyduff 2^nd Peggy Costello Cavan 3^rd M Gingles Kells.  Gents 2^nd Gent Jack Clerkin 3^rd Farrell Smith Ballyjamesduff .Gerry Lovett as usual was an outstanding M C while Father P J Gargan Spiritual Director returned t hanks to the capacity attendance where over 80 tables were in play.

Michael Walsh Travel Agent Dublin gives a talk with film show on the Holy Land Lourdes Lisbon and Fatima to a large and interested attendance in the Town Hall.

Death of Ellen Brady Poles survived by her family sister and relatives. She was predeceased by her husband P J some time ago .Funeral from Saint Brigid’s Church Killygarry to  the adjoining cemetery.

Death of Michael Joseph ‘Josie’ Greenan at the age of 41 after a short illness at the Surgical Hospital. He was a Hackney Driver by trade and was known and respected over a wide area. Outstanding footballer he played with Cavan Slashers Cavan Harps and his own beloved Drumalee who were reformed twice in his lifetime being preceded  by Behey Benburbs. Star player for London Irish he won an All Ireland Junior medal with them when they defeated a fancied Leitrim team in the 1938 Home Final. Josie was to reappear in Croke Park in 1941 as a member of the Cavan team who were narrowly defeated by Kerry in the All Ireland Home Final. He was a member of the panel of the great Cavan teams of the late 1930s but emigrated to London when his place looked secure. H L Smith and Paddy Reilly Athbara represented Cavan County Board at the funeral while Seamus Gilheaney Chairman of the Ulster Council  represented the Provincial body at the packed attendance in the Cathedral. Cavan Gaels and Drumalee GFC formed a Guard of Honour marching each side of the hearse. Survived by his wife Annabella 4 young children (Micheal Eamonn Mary check) mother and 2 brothers and 2 sisters .Father Joe Dolan Adm officiated at the funeral and burial later in Cullies Cemetery. The  fixture between Farnham and Drumalee at Drumalee on Sunday was cancelled as a mark of respect .

April 13 ^th 1957 Kerry beat Cavan in the National League Semi Final by 0-9 to 0-8 after Cavan led by 0-7 to 0-2 at halftime having enjoyed the lion’s share of the possession playing with a fresh wind that blew from the Canal goal. The biggest culprit was the forwards who shot wide after wide or were beaten to the ball by a faster fitter Kerry rearguard where new Cavan sensation Mick Lynch was totally frozen out and seemed at sixes and sevens with his colleagues bemused by his unorthodox movements. Victor Sherlock and Tom Maguire were magnificent at midfield while Phil the Gunner Brady Captain was outstanding at full back. Jim McDonnell Noel Reilly and Hubert Gaffney coped well with a fast dangerous Kerry half forward line. Team Seamus Morris Donal Kelly Phil Brady Captain Brian O Reilly Hubert Gaffney Noel O Reilly Jim McDonnell Victor Sherlock Tom Maguire Con Smith Brian Gallagher Seamus Conaty James Brady Mick Lynch and Charlie Gallagher. Sub Dan McCaffrey for Donal Kelly.

James Bredin and son have acquired the famous Lismore Castle on the Burowes Estate in Crossdoney which was built in 1733 and are dismantling the stone of the castle to be used as foundation on the new ESSO plant which they are building on the Farnham Road .

The very popular Maureen McDonald and Cyril Arnold win the Captain’s William Browne’s Prize at Cavan Bridge Club.

Mary Josephine Kerrigan daughter of Mrs and the late Jack Kerrigan Annaglough is presented with her SRN for Nursing at Halifax General Hospital.

Martha Higgins Johnston late of Cavan dies in New York and burial took place in New York .

Death of Brigid O Neill Drumullen .Survived by her husband and family. Funeral from the Cathedral to Drumcor Cemetery .

April 20^th 1957  Tragic death of Michael Smith 6 Saint Mary’s Terrace Cavan following a fall from the Bell Tower he was renovating at Grange Church Sligo while working for P Elliott and Company. After hearing evidence from Paddy Elliott Employer and work colleagues at Grange Court House the Coroner P J Moran  instructed the Jury to bring a verdict of accidental death caused by a fall from a ladder. Town shocked by the news of the death of this great old character whom Paddy Elliott described as “one of the greatest Masons he ever saw whose work was second to none and never needed checking” .He was affectionately known as ‘Mickey the Mason’ and was a member of the old IRA taking an active part in the fight for Independence. He later emigrated to New York and for many years worked on skyscrapers and was acknowledged as one of the best at his trade. He afterwards returned to Ireland and joined his old friend Paddy Elliott who was starting off in the building trade in 1942. He worked mainly on churches and was Chief Mason at Drung Church and Nazareth House Sligo. The capacity attendance in the Cathedral witnessed the coffin draped in the tricolour being escorted by a Guard of Honour of his colleagues Old IRA under Charlie Reilly Drumherrish with Father A B McGrath officiating at the Mass and burial in Saint Brigid’s Cemetery Killygarry .

Death of Patrick Farrelly 6 Mons Terrace Cavan. Veteran of World War 1 where he was injured in battle. Returning to Cavan he spent his life as a Chimney Sweep and was known and respected for  his expertise over a wide area. Survived by his sons daughters and relatives. Father A B McGrath officiated at the funeral from the Cathedral to Cullies Cemetery .

Death of Ellen Murphy at the residence of her son in law Patrick Tully Coranure. She was relict of Thomas Murphy Clones. Survived by her sons daughters and large circle of friends. Funeral from the Cathedral to Commons Cemetery Clones .

Death of the legendary Paul Ronan at the residence of his daughter 21 Ryefield Park Mayfield Cork. He was a native of 2 Saint Patrick’s Swellan and was life long employee of the Anglo Celt being a Master Printer and Father of the Chapel in the Celt.He was father of the well known Leo Ronan Anglo Celt and is survived by his wife Sarah and family. Funeral from Saint Joseph’s Church Mayfield to Rathoney Cemetery.

Cavan Guild ICA perform Concert in 2 and 3 part harmony in the Town Hall where among the contributors was Patricia O Reilly of the Cavan Guild also taking part was Mrs Terry O Dowd and her son Tony, S Smith S Craig J Furlong Olive Black with Mrs A McLoughlin Narrator. Novelty items from Richard Black and Joe Berwick. The accompanist was Mrs G Black .Debate between the ICA and Cavan Players on the topic ‘Matchmaking a Necessary Custom’ ICA team Miss Nellie McIntyre Mrs Adams C Farris and Mrs Reardon. Cavan Players Bill Galvin Darragh Smith Val Kennedy and Bill Henry. In the Chair was the legendary Dorie Smith. The motion was defeated .

Presentation to Michael ‘Mick’ Donnellan Cavan Station retiring after over 50 years service to the Railways in Cavan. The presentation was made by the Stationmaster P J Quinn.

Aisteori De La Salle retain their crown at Ballyshannon Drama Festival with ‘Aoibheann Beatha an Scolaire ‘, the Producer was Rev Brother Cyril .

Cavan Bridge Club Winners Darragh Smith and Jim Rafter E/W Maureen McDonald and Maureen Hunt.

‘Murder Out of Tune’ by the Cavan Players packs the  Town Hall with proceeds going to the Cathedral Choir. Vintage performances from Mary Smith Josephine McEntee  Joe Berwick Jack Aherne Ina Furlong Emily Devaney and well known Cavan Drama Festival Gold Medallist Eugene Monaghan as the  Superintendent. Stage Manager Philip McConnell and Make Up was by Maureen Hand .

April 27^th 1957 Redemptorists Fathers P J Nulty Michael Hickey P Brennan Thomas Croagh are giving the annual Mission in the Cathedral with new innovation of a Tridium for the Children with Mass at 9.30 am and Lecture just after lunch all within school hours !

Lourdes Invalid Fund which was founded in 1952 and sends an average of 2 invalids per year on the Meath Diocesan Pilgrimage is appealing for funds with a Sweep on the Epsom Derby. The average cost for each invalid is £44.

Death of Mabel Marsden late of Connolly Street Cavan on Easter Monday 1957. Very popular person she was much beloved by the children whom she invited into her home to watch television to which she was addicted and was the first customer to buy a television set in Smyth’s 60 Main Street. Survived by her son Charlie and brother Jack Best, she spent most of her life in England but in recent years she resided in Connolly Street where she was an excellent neighbour and friend. Venerable HW Shire  assisted by Rev H M Dent officiated at the funeral from Cavan Parish Church to Ballyconnell Cemetery.

Fancy Dress in Protestant Hall sponsored by the Ladies Committee County Cavan Golf Club. Prettiest Sandra Smith ‘Spanish Lady ‘2^nd Catherine Mallon only 3 ½ years old daughter of Jimmy and Mrs Mallon College Street ‘Oh You Beautiful Doll ‘  Best Pair Xavier Hickey and Gwen Arnold ‘If you Drink Don’t Drive ‘ 2^nd Edward English and Frank McCormick ‘Hop Along Cassidy’ Most Humorous Frances and Beda Sullivan ‘Why There Are So Many Bachelors ‘ Most Topical John Sullivan Michael and John Rafferty ‘Easter Week’ Best Group Ann Leonard Lorraine McCarren Renee Tully Florence Elliott Breffni O Reilly Damien Dillon Joseph Hickey and Brian O Reilly ‘The Rock and Rollers’. Judges were Mrs Joe Murray Kathleen Brady Mrs MA Cooney and Mrs P A Galligan .

Joy McLoughlin and Jean Mackeral Royal School  are 3^rd in Under 12 Duet at the Sligo Feis Cheoil while Patricia O Reilly is 2^nd in Solo Singing representing Cavan ICA and Ann Reardon Royal School was 2^nd in the Junior Piano.

Cavan Gaels beat Drumalee in their first Challenge game at Drumalee running out winners by 3-3 to 1-4 with Michael Leddy scoring 2 goals Jimmy ‘Inky’ Sheridan 1-1 and the legendary Edwin Carolan holder of 3 All Ireland Senior Championship medals notching 0-2. The hosts replied via Tommy Molloy 1-0 Michael Rafferty Hugh Rafferty Donie Fay and Prior 0-1 each .Referee Tommy Clegg Cootehill .

May 4^th 1957 All Ireland Fleadh Cheoil in Dungarvan County Waterford all enquiries re Bus and Accommodation to Bridie Galligan Secretary Cavan Branch.

Cullen Cup attracts 26 of the leading pairs in the area to the Farnham Hotel where the winners were Dr E McQuaid and J McQuaid Virginia with J Corr and L Smith Monaghan 2^nd 3^rd D Coady and FJ Farrelly Longford. The best Cavan Pair Jim Leonard and John

Marron. The President Cavan Bridge Club Surgeon Bertie Cullen presented the trophy and prizes at the conclusion of the competition which was refereed by JA Commins Ireland Contract Bridge Association. On the domestic front the last session of the Season was won by Gerry Hunt and P D Maloney E/w Dermot Morgan and J P Mansfield .

Dennis Franks well known Irish actor continues his nationwide tour in Saint Patrick’s College lecturing on Shakespeare and his plays. He has just completed filming the John Ford directed ‘ Four Leaves of a Clover ‘ in which he plays a Black and Tan soldier.

S F Killingley popular and efficient Manager of the Ulster Bank Cavan is replaced on promotion to Belfast by JA Thompson of the Killeshandra Branch of the Ulster Bank.

Sympathy is extended to Mrs AG Hunt on the death of her half sister Mother Columba Nolan O P Falls Road Belfast and a native of Belturbet Who was born in 1882 and was a  godchild of the late Bishop Finegan of Kilmore.

Cavan ICA Choir under Mrs Molloy Conductor win Sligo Feis Cheoil with 95 marks. The trio of Mrs Small Mrs McGloughlin and Mrs Gordon 2^nd in their Class while Patricia O Reilly Cavan ICA was 2^nd for Irish Singing .

Death of Bernard McCaul late of London and Wolfe Tone Street just one week after returning from London where he spent the last 34 years after an illness of a few days at Cavan Surgical Hospital. He lived with  his daughter Mrs Teresa Bravendar and family in Wolfe Tone Street. Rev Joe Dolan CC officiated at the large funeral from the Cathedral to Cullies.

May 11^th 1957 Death of Ellen Poyntz Innisconnell relict of Robert .Survived by her sorrowing family. Funeral from Kilmore Cathedral to the adjoining cemetery.

Meeting of the popular Patrician Society in the Girl’s Club Hall adjoining Charlie Fay’s. The Society’s aim is to discuss the Catholic attitude to every day life occurrences and papers have already been delivered by Bill Henry Paddy McAdam and Dan McDonnell.

May 18^th 1957 Patients in the Cavan Hospitals Surgical Saint Phelim’s and Saint Joseph’s Lisdarn will now have to pay £1 per day for maintenance and treatment as against the present fee of 6 shillings per day. Patients with incomes less than £600 per year or a  valuation of under £30 are not subject to the  new charges .

T P Gavigan from Kells opens his new Betting Office in Cassidy’s Bridge Street which has just been totally renovated following a suspected bomb blast at the premises in which nobody was hurt .

Old order changeth at the Pavilion with Michael J Smith officiating at a meeting to elect officers and committee to run the affairs of the Club for 1957. Chairman Matty Connolly Secretary Gerry Lyons Treasure Marie Sullivan Committee Kitty McDonnell R Smith Celestie O Reilly C  Brady and M/s Billy Morris Andy McGahon Sean Connolly Patsy Connolly and John Maguire .

Jack Binchey playing off 5 with a Gross 76 wins the Scratch Medal presented by Doctor Darragh Smith at Cavan County Golf Club while Edward O Hanlon playing off 6 is second with a Gross 79 with Pat J O Neill Anglo Celt showing his Wexford hurling prowess to clinch 3^rd place with the same score but playing off 14.

Death of Brigid Connolly at her residence in Cullies. Relict of Bernard she is survived by her son daughter and other relatives .Father A B McGrath officiated at the funeral from the Cathedral to Cullies Cemetery.

Death of Elizabeth Donnelly at her residence Corislea Cavan. A lady of great Christian charity she was well known throughout the area where the family operated a very talented Ceilidhe Band. She was relict of Matthew Donnelly and is survived by her son Paddy ‘Diver’ Donnelly Publican Connolly Street, Matthew, Jack,  Mrs John O Neill Bridge Street Rita and Moya Donnelly. Father AB McGrath officiated at the largely attended funeral in the Cathedral to Killygarry Cemetery.

Full eclipse of the Moon lasting 3 hours brings the crowds out on the Streets as the moon covered the earth leaving people to wonder at the shadow cast over the Earth.

Legion of Mary annual procession to the Grotto in the Poor Clare’s Grounds followed by Benediction imparted by Father A B McGrath with a most enjoyable Social in the Convent later in the evening .

Feast of Saint John Bosco De La Salle is marked in Cavan by a free day for the School with their own Flagelot band leading the parade to the Cathedral where Mass was celebrated by Father P J Gargan and the School Choir were accompanied on the organ  by Father A B McGrath. The boys later returned to the school where they were treated to sweets and snacks by the brothers.

Jimmy Cullen ‘Saint Anne’s’ Cathedral Road and Sean O Reilly Drumcalpin in a motor cycle  collision on the Cavan Ballyhaise Road .Both were detained in hospital for a number of days with head and facial injuries.

May 25^th 1957 Tributes are paid to George V Maloney Senior as he retires as President of the Saint Joseph’s Young Priests Society after a distinguished service as an officer and member for over 30 years. President Gerry Lovett Secretary Clare Brady Town Hall Treasurer Patrick V Curran Main Street. The Saint Joseph’s Society are organising a Retreat Day in Saint Norbert’s Kilnacrott with admission including meals 10/-.

As Ceilidhe dancing goes into decline fears are expressed at the high cost of hiring the Town Hall which is rented to Ceilidhe promoters at a fraction of the price paid by dance promoters. For the first time in many years the Hall was not used last Sunday night.

Congratulations to John B McNulty well known local author as his wife gives birth to twin boys at Our Lady’s Nursing Home Edgeworthstown.

Death of Paddy McMahon Drumconnick at the Surgical Hospital .Survived by his sister nephews and nieces. Funeral from Kilmore Cathedral to the adjoining cemetery.

June 1^st 1957 Paddy Baxter Fine Gael outgoing Cathaoirleacch Seanad Eireann is elected Leas Cathaoirleacch for this term in a House now controlled by the opposition Fianna Fail party .

Cavan Gaels beat Cootehill in challenge game at Cootehill 1-4 to 0-5. Outstanding displays by ‘Foley’ O Rourke Eamonn ‘Buttons’ Brady Jimmy ‘Inky’ Sheridan Eddie Quinn Sean Galligan Harry Dowd but later in the week the Club are shocked with the news that their star forward Con Smith Butlersbridge is out of the reckoning for the rest of the season after sustaining a broken collar bone in Cavan’s challenge game against Antrim in Belfast.

Cavan Gaels beat County Champions Cornafean in their first competitive Senior League game at Breffni Park. Larry Gillen the Longford Senior football star was outstanding for the Gaels as was quicksilver Jimmy ‘Inky’ Sheridan Eddie Quinn Paddy Tavey Paddy Maguire Sean Keogan Eamonn Brady and Jimmy Meehan.

Tom?? Popular Hibernian Bank Manager retires and is replaced by Leo Keogan from the Cavan Branch. Tom was the popular Treasurer of Cavan Drama Festival and was made a presentation on behalf of the members by Tom Fitzpatrick Chairman Cavan Drama Festival.

Johnny Walsh moves a motion at Cavan Urban Council calling on the Minister to reverse the recent cut of 5/- per week in the Disability Allowance.

Death of John Conlon Blackbull Crosskeys. Predeceased by his son Father Michael and Patrick Conlon New York Jack Conlon Coolboyogue Frank Conlon Cavan and Andy Conlon Athy. Funeral from Crosskeys Church to the adjoining cemetery.

June 8^th 1957 Cavan win the Ulster Junior Championship for the 17the time easily beating Donegal 3-6 to 2-2 in the Final in Irvinstown. Cavan won the Junior title in 1915-1922,1924,1927 1932 1936 1939 1940-1941,and 1944. Donegal made it a stern contest in the first half with the game tied at 1-2 each at half time before a bigger stronger Cavan team who handled the greasy ball and wet conditions in a robust encounter better than their smaller and lighter opponents. Scorers for Cavan Mick Lynch 1-2 H Carolan 1-0 Padraic Boyle 1-1 Dessie Carolan 0-2 Vincent O Reilly 0-1 Donegal replied through M Gettigan P Ward 1-0 and D Murray 0-1. Cavan Tom McIntyre Jimmy Meehan Cavan Gaels J Farrelly Paul Fitzsimmons Captain D Sheridan Donal Crotty Ballinagh Mick Lynch Butlersbridge James Brady James Brady Kieran McIntyre Jimmy Sheridan Cavan Gaels H Carolan D Boyle Dessie Carolan. Sub V O Reilly for Kieran McIntyre.

Cavan Shamrocks beaten 2-0 by Bord Na Mona in the Longford 7 a side League. Cavan Shamrocks Gerry Maguire Michael Jermyn B Reilly Norman Cinnamond Andy Mohan and Andy McGahon.

Breifne Trophy County Cavan Golf Club where there were 60 competitors representing 8 clubs. Winners A Farrelly off 16 Virginia from the in form but luckless Pat O Neill playing off 14 same score of 69 but beaten on the last three holes. Best Gross F R McNulty playing off 1. Gus Kenny Club Captain returned thanks to the competitors and the Ladies’ Committee who were in charge of the catering. The Tostal Gold Medal was won by Liam Bogue (24) with a 66 while Brendan J Murray was 2^nd playing off 20 with 67, Brendan is the former Down Hurling goalkeeper and is an Accountant with Smith’s Garage.

June 15^th 1956 J P McMullin son of the former Cavan County Surgeon JC McMullin from Woodbine Avenue Stillorgan is appointed Assistant Surgeon at Saint Vincent’s Hospital Dublin.

Marilyn Flately daughter of Mr and Mrs P Flately is awarded a Scholarship to Loreto College for the next five years. She is a former pupil of James Cusack Castletara National School.

Cavan Shamrocks defeat Teffia Celtic 3-2 in the Longford 7 a side tournament after trailing 2-0 at the interval. Andy McGahon scored a great goal just 6 minutes after the interval and Andy Mohan rattled the net again for the Shamrocks while the man of the match Andy McGahon got the winner in the closing seconds.

Death of one of Cavan’s great Churchmen Rev E Maguire DD a native of Blacklion. He was educated at Saint Patrick’s College and Saint Patrick’s Maynooth where he was ordained in 1912.Took his Doctor in Theology in 1915 and was appointed Professor at All Hallows College Dublin until 1919,when like many of his comrades he decided to throw in his lot with the fledgling Maynooth Mission to China founded by his friends Father John Blowick and Bishop Galvin. He served as Administrator of the Australian division until 1925 when he returned to Ireland and was later elected Superior General of the Society. Father Timothy Connolly Superior General and a native of Ballinagh County Cavan was the chief celebrant of the funeral  Mass in Dalgan Park Navan at which the President of Ireland Sean T and Mrs Kelly attended and the clergy were led by Bishop Kyne Bishop of Meath and Bishop Cleary of the Maynooth Mission to China. Interment took place in the Society’s cemetery in Dalgan Park Navan.

June 22^nd  1957 Cavan beat Monaghan in a poor one sided Ulster Senior Football Championship first round tie at Breffni Park 1-12 to 1-5 with Cavan leading at half time by 1-7 to 0-3. After their All Ireland Junior success of 1956 Monaghan were expected to figure prominently in this years’ Championship but only a gift goal at the end and a record number of Cavan wides saved them from a much bigger defeat.

Lila Little eldest daughter of Walter and Mrs Little is awarded a 5 year Scholarship to the Royal School –her teacher is Mrs McGahey NT Cavan Number 1 School.

The Royal School have acquired a new all purpose Square Baler which has already baled 3.000 cocks of hay in the ideal hay making weather now pertaining in the area.

June 29^th 1957 John ‘Yankee’ Murray is elected Chairman of Cavan Urban Council defeating Michael Young Fianna Fail by 4 votes to 3. Tom Fitzpatrick Joe McGovern Johnny Walsh and Johnny Murray voted for Murray while Gerry Kelly outgoing Chairman Nicholas Halligan and Michael Young voted for Young. Johnny Walsh was unanimously elected Vice Chairman.

Cavan Gaels beat Killinkere 3-5 to 1-3 in the 1^st Round of the County Senior Championship in Virginia leading by 1-3 to 0-2 at the interval the Gaels ran out convincing winners and are expected to figure in the closing stages of this their first championship season. Scorers for the Gaels Edwin Carolan 1-2 Paddy Tavey 1-2 Cathal Young 1-0 and Eamonn ‘Buttons’ Brady 0-1.

Patsy Young son of Mrs Young and the late J A Young former farmer and saddler at Upper Main Street is ordained to the Priesthood by Charles McQuaid Archbishop of Dublin and Primate of All Ireland in Saint Patrick’s College Maynooth. Father Young celebrated his first public Mass in the Cathedral of Saints Patrick and Phelim on Tuesday and there was a breakfast held in his honour in the Imperial Hotel where the late Anna O Reilly a member of the Plunkett family was a relation of the young priest’s.

Sympathy is extended to Doctor Benny Sullivan Army Medical Corps Gormanston at their residence in Stamullen.Dr Benny is a member of the well known Sullivan Family Cavan and is brother of Doctor  Jack and the late Tom Sullivan. She leaves 3 young children. Funeral from Stamullen Church to Killygarry Cemetery.

Death of Anne Reilly Rosculligan wife of Michael at the residence of her niece  2 College View. Funeral from the Cathedral to Cullies cemetery.

July 6^th 1957 British Medical Council warn about the dangers of heavy cigarette smoking as it emerges that one in eight smokers will develop lung cancer while the figure for non smokers is 1 in 300. They urge that more research be given to devise ways and means for people who want to ‘kick’ the habit.

Cavan Shamrocks continue their winning form in the Longford and District 7 a side when they beat Longford Wanderers 4-1 with goals from Brendan Reilly 2 Andy Mohan and T Geelan 1 each. Later in the week they beat Longford Rangers 1-0 with a goal near the end from the flying Andy McGahon and have now closed the gap on Chapel Street to 3 points at the top of the League.

Cavan Monaghan Alliance at County Cavan Golf Club with Virginia Belturbet Clones Rossmore and County Cavan represented is comprehensively won by County Cavan with 1^st Jack Binchey (5) and Frank Brady (16) and 2^nd Dr FPE Smith (7) and S Dunne (16). The Book Prize presented by Phil Lawlor resident Professional at County Cavan was won by Dermot Morgan and Tommy Aylmer.

Michael Connolly Church Street and 58 Upper Main Street qualifies as a Chemist at UCD. Michael is eldest son of Tommy Dentist and Mary(Nee Whelan) Chemist 58 Main Street and will work in his parent’s practice.

390 Donors at the Blood Transfusion Service over 2 days at the Protestant Hall organised by Cavan Red Cross.

Philip Cullivan 2^nd eldest son of Joe and Mary Cullivan Cathedral Road and late of College Street is conferred with his B Arch at UCD.

Celebrations for one of Cavan’s legendary Church figures Archdeacon H W Shire with a presentation in the Protestant Hall by the Bishop of Kilmore C J Tyndall. Ordained a Deacon by Bishop Elliott in Manorhamilton Church in 1907, he was Curate Killesher 1907-1908, he was ordained a Priest by Bishop Crozier of Belfast on December 21^st 1908. He served in Aghaloe in the Diocese of Dromore 1908-1913 Swanlinbar 1913-1924 Manorhamilton 1924-1928. Archdeacon Shire was appointed  to the Cavan Union of Churches in 1928. In 1934 he was made a Canon of Triburia. .Appointed Archdeacon of Kilmore by Bishop Hughes in 1943. He has served 8 Bishops 2 in the Diocese of Dromore and 6 in Kilmore 12 Curates in Cavan Parish have come and gone since he joined the Cavan Group in 1928.

July 13^th 1957 Death of Pol McSeain Cornafean at the age of 69. Former Chairman and Secretary of Cavan County Board GAA. Personal friend of Arthur Griffith and Séan MacDiarmada he was one of the original members of Sinn Fein and represented them on Cavan County Council when he was arrested and jailed from 1920-1921, later was released on the signing of the Treaty. The coffin was draped in the tricolour with a Guard of Honour of Old IRA veterans and Cornafean GFC forming a Guard of Honour and members of Cavan teams carrying the coffin to Cornafean Cross. Father Kevin McNamara was the chief celebrant of the Funeral Mass in the Church of the Immaculate Conception Coronea with colleagues firing a volley of shots and a Bugler sounding the Last Post in Coronea Cemetery.

Cavan fail to Derry 1-10 to 1-9 in the Ulster Senior Championship Semi Final in Dungannon despite dominating the game for ¾ of the hour. Derry’s winning point was scored in the 33^rd minute despite very little stoppages in the second half and a draw would have been a fairer result. Cavan contributed to their own downfall by laying back on their early lead and the selectors disrupted the half back line replacing Hubert Gaffney and Donal Kelly in the closing stages by the ineffective Gerry Keyes and Mal Sheils. Cavan Seamus Morris Noel O Reilly Phil ‘Gunner’ Brady Captain Brian O Reilly Hubert Gaffney Tom Maguire  Donal Kelly Mick Lynch Mick Brady Jim McDonnell Seamus Conaty James Brady Victor Sherlock and Charlie Gallagher. Subs Gerry Keyes and Mal Sheils for Hubert Gaffney and Donal Kelly.

Death of Philip Galligan formerly the ‘Eagle Bar’ at his residence Lower George’s Street Dun Laoghaire County Dublin. Founder member of Cavan Agricultural Show, he was a very well known figure in the life of Cavan until he sold the Eagle Bar 10 years ago and bought the thriving ‘Lynch and O Brien’ pub in George’s Street Dun Laoghaire where he was greatly assisted by his son  Patrick. Funeral from Saint Michael’s Church Dun Laoghaire to Dean’s Grange Cemetery.

Patrick Kelly returns to his home at Corravarry Ballyhaise after over 30 years in the USA, he is a brother of Mrs Cissie Ronaghan Town Hall Street.

Death of John Cusack well known cattle dealer Poles. He was known throughout a wide area as he attended fairs over a 40 mile radius. Survived by his wife and family. Funeral from Saint Brigid’s Cemetery Killygarry to the adjoining cemetery.

The members and friends of the Urney Ceilidhe Band make a presentation to Dessie Agnew at a function in the Railway Hotel prior to his emigration to England.

July 20^th 1957 Michael Fogarty CEO Cavan Vocational Education Committee retires to be replaced by Paddy Fleming B Ag a native of Sligo and former School’s Inspector in Cork. He is a former member of the UCG Fitzgibbon Hurling team and was educated at UCG and UCD where he took his degree in Agriculture. Michael Fogarty was one of the great Educators and served as both a Primary Teacher in 1914 and Secondary Teacher from 1916-1922. Educated at UCD and UCG where he took a Degree in Commerce. Headmaster Cavan Technical School his achievements were enormous as he taught typing shorthand and office management to his pupils who were mostly  girls at the time. At no cost to Cavan Technical School he brought the pupils back in the evenings for individual grinds and his name appearing on a Reference was a certainty to obtain any Commercial position for the bearer. He served in the British Army during World War 1 and had a distinguished War record. Married Miss Punch from Limerick whose family are well known in the racing and show jumping world and has retired to live in Limerick. In Cavan he lived on Cootehill Road and built the house where Paddy and Evelyn King now reside in.

Death of Josephine Clerkin formerly Bridge Street and College View at 12 Dickens Road Coventry England. She was wife of Patrick Clerkin and is survived by her husband sons and daughters. Funeral from Lisdoonan Parish Church to the adjoining cemetery.

David S Gillespie is the Royal Scholar following the results of his recent exams at London College of Art. He is son of the famous Fred Gillespie Engineer and Manager of the 1^st  Cavan Electric Company who later worked for the ESB in Cavan.

Garrett Cooney is elected Auditor of the Law Student’s Debating Society of Ireland. Garrett is son of MA Cooney County MOH Lisdarn Cavan.

Patrick McCabe is killed when he falls off his bicycle at Stragelliffe on his way home from Cavan. The Coroner Paddy Cusack Solicitor remarks that “people who ride bicycles with strong front brakes and  no back brakes are in mortal danger of being dislodged from the saddle with serious consequent results”. Patrick McCabe is survived by his brothers sisters and other relatives .Funeral from Saint Brigid’s Church Killygarry to the adjoining cemetery.

July 27^th 1957 Death of Helen Crowe at the residence of her son. She was widow of Frank Crowe  Corlesmore (Pig Dealer) and was mother of Tom Crowe Kilnavara the famous Cavan and Cavan Slashers footballer who won an All Ireland medal in 1933. Known and respected over a wide area she was noted for her charity and hospitality. Survived by her sons and daughters relatives and friends.

Clones stages the first ever Ulster Football Finals without Cavan representation at either Senior or Minor level. Derry play defending Champions Tyrone in the Senior Final while Donegal will play Armagh in the Minor decider.

Cavan Town are held to a 2 all draw in the 7 a side tournament in Longford by table toppers  Chapel United. Brian Reilly and  Andy Mohan scored in each half for Cavan. Team Gerry Maguire D Purdy T Geelan Michael Jermyn Brian Reilly Andy McGahon and Andy Mohan.

Tournament Committee at Cavan Pavilion Chairman George Gear Treasurer Ray Brady Tournament Referee Billy Morris. Committee Margaret Sullivan Ann Sullivan Miriam Hunt Kitty McDonnell Kathleen Elliott and MS Brendan Browne Jerry Lyons Andy McGahon and Sean Connolly. Boy’s Singles Under 21 Brendan Browne beat D O Brien Longford 6-1 1-6 6-3. Girls Singles Under 21 Miriam Hunt beat Helen Gaffney 2-6 6-4 6-3. Brendan Browne beat P McCormack Longford 5-7 6-4 6-2 to take the Boys Under 18 title. Eamonn Marron beat Tony Higgins 6-3 6-1 to take the Boy’s Under 15 Singles. Prizes were later presented by the Chairman George Gear at a Social in the Pavilion.

Clare daughter of Francis and the late Barney Flood leaves for New York.

The report of the Commission into the Pub trade makes wide scale recommendations including extension of the weekday and Sunday  opening hours. Saint Patrick’s Day opening and the abandonment of the widely abused Bona Fida scheme.

Maureen Cosgrove Wolfe Tone Street and Johnny Byrnes Jubilee Terrace team up to win the Old Time Waltz competition in the Town Hall where the Judges were Paddy Masterson Swellan and Jack Norry Postmaster Cootehill.

Death of John Geoghegan Mill Hill Street in Milford Connecticut USA where he emigrated many yeas ago.

Congratulations to two young Cavan footballers Jim McDonnell BA and Doctor Brian Gallagher who secured their degrees at UCD. Both are Cavan Ulster and Combined University stars. Congratulations too to Phil Cullivan Architect and John Crowe MRCVSI Moynehall House who are all past pupils of Saint Patrick’s College.

Harry O Connell and Ina Hickey win the President’s Surgeon Cullen’s Prize at County Cavan Golf Club 2^nd Bob Henderson and Eileen McCarren. In the Match Play Final Edward and Airmid O Hanlon will play Dr Darragh Smith and Ina Hickey.

August 3^rd 1957 On the casting vote of the Chairman John Murray planning permission for a new factory and adjoining  housing development made by Con Smith ‘Smith Estates’ at Cathedral Road are refused by Cavan Urban Council.(Site of the Con A Smith Park)

Tyrone beat Derry 1-09 to 0-10 in the Ulster Final to retain their crown before an attendance of 36,000. Fast open game where Derry failed to take their chances with Jim McKeever ‘lording’ it at midfield. Tyrone led by 1-4 to 0-4 at half time. Seamus Gilheaney Chairman of the Ulster Council GAA presented the Anglo Celt trophy to the winning Tyrone team who will now play Louth in the All Ireland Semi Final at Croke Park. Armagh beat Donegal 3-6 to 0-10 in the Ulster Minor Final having lead at  half time  by 0-6 to 0-3. Jimmy Murphy at midfield for Armagh gave one of the best displays ever seen at this grade in an Ulster Final.

Pat O Neill (13) Sports Editor of the Anglo Celt wins the Cullen Cup at County Cavan Golf Club beating TC Hickey also playing off 13 in the Final.

Death of the inimitable Frank O Rourke Grocer Market Square. Native of County Limerick, Frank spent  a number of years in the USA before returning to Ireland and setting up business in the Market Square (Jenkins). Highly popular Frank was known over a very wide area for his industry and attention to detail. He was a leading member of the FCA during the Emergency. He was married to Teresa McGriskin sister of Charlie Manager and Director of the Magnet Cinema. Survived by his wife Teresa sons Frank Joe Charlie and Kevin. Funeral from the Cathedral to Killygarry cemetery.

Geraldine Conaty daughter of Mrs and the late John F Conaty Cavan qualifies as an SRN at Halifax Hospital England. 

Michael Rafferty who is emigrating to England is the recipient of a wallet of notes presented by Michael Donnelly on behalf of Michael’s many friends in the Pavilion Musical Society. Music by Tom McCusker and Tommy Cullivan with musical items from the many members present.

August 10^th 1957 Cavan Shamrocks who went 2 goals down after only 10 minutes play bounce back to beat league leaders Chapel Street in the Longford 7 a Side competition in Longford. Scorers for Cavan Andy Mohan 3 Brendan Reilly and Gene Cullivan 1 each. Team Gerry Maguire Brendan Reilly Tom Grehan P Fitzsimmons Andy Mohan Andy McGahon and Gene Cullivan.

Cavan fail to Cork 1-7 to 0-8 in the All Ireland Junior Championship Semi Final at the Athletic Grounds Cork. Cavan led by 0-3 to 0-2 at half time and were in the game until Cork scored a late goal by Troy after the Cavan selectors had a ‘brain storm’ and replaced Cavan’s 2 best players Hugh Barney O Donoghoe and H D Boyle. Cavan Tom McIntyre Paul Fitzsimmons Captain Anthony Keyes P Fitzpatrick Donal Crotty Eddie Sheridan John Brady Hugh Barney Donoghoe Con Smith S Drumm E O Reilly B Cullen P McNally and HD Boyle.

A O Sullivan (18) beats JD Ormsby (24) in the O Hanlon Cup Final while Tommy Aylmer and  Richard McCarthy beat  Harry O Connell and Frank Brady in the Fourball Match Play Final at County Cavan Golf Club.

Death of John Kelly one of the area’s oldest citizens at over 90. He was the Wayman at Great Southern Railways for over 50 years.  Predeceased by his wife he is survived by family and relatives. Father James J O Reilly Adm officiated at the funeral from the Cathedral to Drumcor cemetery.

Brendan Browne is selected on the Ulster Junior Inter Provincial team. He is son of William Browne MA Cathedral Road Professor in Saint Patrick’s College.

Brilliant performance by Tommy Cullivan as he heads the list of Honours in Saint Patrick’s College Leaving Cert results achieving 6 Honours and a pass in Maths and History. Liam O Hanlon achieved 5 Honours while Kevin O Rourke also achieved 5 Honours despite suffering the loss of  his father during the exams. Future Cardinal Archbishop of Armagh Sean Brady also achieved a sparkling 5 Honours with a pass in Maths.

August 17^th 1957 Cavan Urban Council are stunned by the news that both Arthur Fagan Solicitor and Sean Magee Merchant Bridge Street are to resign and leave Cavan for Belfast and Canada respectively. Robert Simpson Saint Patrick’s Terrace will replace Arthur Fagan while Paddy Conaty defeated Seamus Gilheaney for the position left vacant by Sean Magee. Later Seamus denies strenuously that he ever gave permission for his name to go forward and would not have taken up the post if elected !

Timothy Beggs makes his competitive  debut for Count Cavan Tennis Club in their match against Fermanagh at Enniskillen but Timothy was beaten by G Longfurt 6-0 6-3 while Bill Flannery won his match 6-2 6-3. other competitor included Jack Halpin A McLoughlin Mrs Flannery Mrs Cole Helen Gaffney and Mrs Reardon.

Death of the very popular highly respected Susan Molloy Behey. Survived by her husband Patrick son Tommy and daughter Kathleen. Father James J O Reilly Adm officiated at the funeral from the Cathedral to Cullies cemetery.

Jackson’s Garage Staff annual outing to Salthill leaves Cavan with John Brady on the Accordion and Mel Doherty on the drums making the journey shorter in one of the Company’s own private buses.

Boy Scouts on the annual camp in Kilkee County Clare collect in Athlone and Ballinasloe with their famous Boy Scout’s Accordion Band providing the entertainment. They stayed over in Ballinasloe before resuming their long journey and collections on their way to Kilkee.

August 24^th 1957 Shock move as the British Army move in to seal off all border roads in the are by way of 10 foot steel spikes across the roads making journey by car on unapproved roads impossible. Clones completely cut off from its hinterland with Spikes at Legakelly and Roslea Road while Redhills is also badly affected with many people cut off from their  neighbours and local shops. Other secondary roads in the area are blown up and now have large craters making journeys impossible except by long detours as the Authorities seek to curtail the threat from I R A bombers and gunmen.

Cavan Gaels clash with Cootehill in the Semi Final of the County Cavan Senior Championship in Virginia. The Gaels have an all star line up including Eddie Quinn Jimmy ‘Inky’ Sheridan Paddy Tavey Castleblayney Larry Gillen and Colm Smith Longford Sean Keogan Harry Dowd and Jimmy Meehan.

August 24^th 1957 Legion of Mary Pilgrimage to Knock tickets for train adults 22/- and children 13/6 dining car ambulance car included. On arrival in Ballyhaunis pilgrims will travel by bus to Knock. Enquires Annie McGrail Mrs Reilly the Regal Miss McCabe Connolly Street .

Michael Conlon former Town Clerk of Cavan is appointed Secretary Tipperary South Riding County Council. Michael a brilliant sportsman is married to Kitty McDonald Tower Hamlet Cavan.

2^nd Scholarship to Loreto College for Marilyn Flately Drumohan Castletara while John Edward Eamonn McCormack Tullac Mongan is awarded a scholarship to Saint Patrick’s College tenable for 5 years. Eamonn is son of Tommy and Maisie McCormack Tullac Mongan Cavan and is a former star pupil at the Poor Clare Convent and De La Salle School. 

Olive C O Reilly is appointed to London County Council. Daughter of Mrs Rita O Reilly formerly Stragelliffe.  Olive is a past pupil of Loreto College and Crubany National School.

August 31^st 1957 Disaster soundings by Nicholas Halligan an employee of Great Northern Railways as he warns the Council of the disastrous consequences of the closure of the passenger service at Cavan Railway Station by GNR. Nicholas rightly predicts that it is the thin edge of the wedge and that the Goods Service will soon follow with both GNR and CIE pulling out of Cavan altogether in the next few years. GNR presently pay out wages of £423 per week in Cavan and while some of the employees will be offered positions in Dublin the bulk of the staff will be made redundant. Joe McGovern deplores the lack of action of the Council in accepting this situation without  howls of protest as witnessed in other centres throughout the area. P J Quinn the last Station Master in Cavan was later to say that “the people of Cavan allowed this tragedy to happen without so much as a whimper”. Indeed when the last passenger train pulled out of Cavan there was very few there to witness the historic occasion apart from a party of Railway Enthusiasts from Enniskillen who bought the last tickets to Loreto Junction.

Cavan Gaels are defeated 5-9 to 4-5 in the Semi Final of the Senior Championship in Virginia where conditions were deplorable with Cootehill having first advantage of the howling gale and leading at the interval by 5-5 to the Gaels’ 2-1. The Gaels fought back in the 2^nd half  and despite scoring a last minute penalty Cootehill defended tenaciously to book their place in the Final against Bailieboro. Gaels John ‘Foley’ O Rourke Jimmy Sheridan Colm Smith Hughie Doonan Jimmy Meehan Sean Keogan Eddie Quinn Larry Gillen M Conaty Cathal Young Pat Tavey John Ris?? Tom McNamara Edwin Carolan Eamonn Brady.  

Central Café Bridge Street proprietors Sean and Francesco McManus “specialising in expresso coffee ices fish and chips. Special Fair Day 3 Course Lunch open from 9.30 am to 11.30 pm. Music with your meal from special up to date juke box”.

Over 600 on the Legion of Mary Pilgrimage to Knock including 70 invalids of which 13 were stretcher cases. Rev J J O Reilly Adm accompanied the pilgrims. Dr P J Watters and 10 nurses from Lisdarn and Saint Phelim’s ministered to the sick.

50 Cavan Boy Scouts with John Donohoe Scoutmaster enjoy their Camp in Kilkee County Clare where the Band  played at the annual Muintir  Na Tire Day in Ennis taking up a record collection that defrayed all expenses.

Val McGovern Military Row and Jerome Casey Cootehill Road pupils of the De La Salle School win Scholarships to Saint Patrick’s College.

Sean Bergin on behalf of his many friends in the Cavan Players makes a presentation of a wallet of notes to Michael Donnelly Hibernian Bank  who is going on promotion to Monaghan at a Social in the Pavilion. He is a long time star of both the Pavilion Pantomimes and  the Cavan Players.

Jim Scanlon winning all his games is awarded the silver medal at the Irish Chess Championships. There were over 150 competitors and Cavan was represented by J P Mansfield Michael Harding Jim Scanlon and Eddie McDwyer NT Ballinagh.

Death of the legendary Doctor Thomas Plunkett Kilnaleck and late of Mullahoran where he was born and reared. Educated at Loughduff  NS Saint Mels  Longford  and the National University of Ireland. He was Medical Officer to the Cavan team for many years including 1933 and 1935 when Cavan won the All Ireland Senior title. Funeral took place from Kilnaleck Church to Crosserlough cemetery.

 

September 7^th 1957 Father AB McGrath on behalf of the Apostolic Society makes a presentation of Mass Vestments  in the Ulster Arms to recently ordained Father Pat Donohoe who is  setting out for the Missions in Korea next week as part of the Maynooth Mission to China team. He is eldest son of Johnny and Alice Donohoe Bridge Street.

Girls Club on their annual outing to Bundoran where they enjoyed lunch and tea in the Hollyrood Hotel. The party left Cavan at 9.30 AM and returned home at 11 PM after a most enjoyable day with the weather warm and sunny.

Cavan UDC pass a vote of sympathy with the wife and family of the late Michael J Galligan former Manager of Providers. Proprietor with his wife of the famous Galligan Stationary Supplies Connolly Street he was very prominent in the business life of Cavan for many years.

Kilkenny win an epic All Ireland beating a gallant Waterford team 4-10 to 3-12 before an attendance of 70,964 who paid gate receipts of £8,428. For the parade Kilkenny lined out with 16 men John Gregson the lead actor in the film ‘Rooney’ lining out in the Kilkenny colours as scenes from the game were superimposed into the film where Gregson was the hero who rescues Kilkenny !

Cavan Shamrocks are defeated by Wolves 3-0 in the Final of the Leader 7 a Side Tournament in Longford. Out of luck against superior opposition, Cavan never recovered from missing a penalty early in the game.

Death of the legendary Michael J Galligan Cathedral Road and late of Connolly Street after a short illness. Manager of Providers since its foundation in 1946, he was also a director of the Company that included Patrick Gaffney BE Latt Con P Smith and JJ Smith well known property developer. Born in Carrickabawn Crosskeys in the Parish of Denn. Very enthusiastic charismatic character he was always the welcoming face and voice in Providers and his pleasant good humoured nature endeared him to both customers suppliers and staff. Prominent member of Saint Vincent De Paul CYMS Saint Joseph’s Young Priests Society and the Confraternity. He was an ever present at all games in Breffni Park and never missed a big game in Croke Park. Michael J Galligan one of Cavan’s foremost business personalities is survived by his wife Maura sons Adge and Sean and brother Rev Brother Crispin OFM Athlone. Father Joseph Dolan officiated at the funeral where the Cathedral was packed to capacity and over 100 cars joined in the cortege to Killygarry cemetery.

The famous Harry B Dawson is on holidays with his brother Jimmy at Keadue Lodge and was a welcome visitor to the Anglo Celt Office in Church Street with his niece Dympna. Harry is a Personnel Officer in Saint Bartholomew’s Hospital and was last home in 1948.

Pamela Clarke Saint Brigid’s Terrace and Peggy Donegan Tullac Mongan are the recipients of a presentation from their friends at a Social in the Railway Hotel. Both girls are returning to the USA after spending 4 months at home with  their families and friends in Cavan. Patricia O Neill Saint Felim’s Place is emigrating with them for the first time. Music by Des Jenkins with Tolly O Donnell Ulster’s Louis Armstrong on vocals.

September 14^th 1957 Over 2,300 entries at the very successful Cavan Show despite the dreadful weather. Sultana Cake Mrs T Brady Main Street, Plum Cake Mrs F Mulligan Drumgola, Current Cake and Griddle Cake Mrs Mary Lyons Drumlark, Soda Bread Mrs RS Black Church Street, Pot of Strawberry Jam Mrs J A Dawson Keadue Lodge, Tray of Pastries Mrs B Donohoe Abbey Street , Rhubarb Jam Mrs John Kenny Crossdoney Children’s Hand Sewn Frock Mother Abbes Poor Clare Convent, Rug Making with old rags Joan Cusack Shankill Cavan.

Opening today the 14^th September 1957 Connolly’s Shoe Store. The proprietor is Thomas A Connolly (Toggy) late of Grafton Street Dublin. He is son of T J Dentist and Mary MPSI 58 Upper Main Street Cavan.

Bailieborough cause an upset when they defeat Cootehill by 0-9  to 0-8 in the Senior County Championship Final at Breffni Park. Bailieborough’s 3^rd title having last won in 1952 and 1911. Bailieborough led by 0-5 to 0-3 at the interval in a close marking hard hitting encounter where Cootehill fought back in the closing stages to almost snatch a replay. Gate Receipts were £186 and M McArdle Louth was a most efficient referee.

County Cavan Tennis Club Open Week Men’s Singles G Clarke Dublin beat MG Vale Dublin 6-2 10-8 Mrs A Clarke Belfast is the Ladies’ champion beating Mrs Taylor Omagh  6-1 6-1. Cyril Anderson Royal School Tournament Referee and his Committee worked tirelessly to once again stage a magnificent tournament despite the atrocious weather conditions . The tournament is rated the leading lawn tennis competition in the North East.

Father Joe Dolan and Father AB McGrath lead the congregation at the Visitation and Benediction at Killygarry cemetery.

Eoin Brady is returning to New York to meet up with his sister Betty after spending many years with his grand parents Mr and Mrs Tommy Smith Rossa Place. Eoin was educated at the De La Salle Cavan and Saint Mary’s College Dundalk.

September 21^st 1957 End of the Road for GNR and the Erne Bus Services as the last trains pull out of Cavan and Clones. The Erne Bus Service operated from Enniskillen to Clones and the last bus was driven by Pat Cadden with Desmond Cox as Conductor. It was over 21 years in service and served the outlying areas not served by the trains. The bus was met in Clones by a huge crowd as it tooted its horns in salute for the last time. It was a valuable and efficient service and all passengers were known by their names. The last ticket was purchased by Mary Sherry Newbliss. Clones will become a Ghost town when the GNR station closes with the present 94 employees reduced to 10. The Station pays out over £1,000 in wages each week and contributes £800 in Rates and Water Charges to Clones UDC each year.

September 28^th 1957 Patrician Society meets in Gannon’s Hall with Gerard M Lovett speaking on ‘Spiritual works of Mercy’ Michael O Hara ‘Emigration’ Paddy Adams on ‘ Moral Aspects of Emigration’ and Sean Bergin ‘Corporal Works of Mercy ‘ .

Congratulations to Tommy Cullivan and Liam O Hanlon who have both been awarded Scholarships to UCD on the results of their Leaving Certificate. Tommy is son of Joe and Mary Cullivan Cathedral Road while Liam is son of Bill and Beezie O Hanlon Saint Mary’s Terrace.

October 5th 1957 Tragic death of Sean Donohoe 9 College Street at Cavan Bus Station on Saturday night. 14 year old Sean the youngest of the Donohoe  family had been helping his father all evening and earlier had accompanied him to Kells and Ballinagh before the last trip of the day to Belturbet with Henry Smith Conductor exiting at the Diamond Belturbet to leave just Michael Donohoe and his son Sean on the last return trip to Cavan due at the Station at 11.50 pm. Michael Donohoe later was to state in evidence to a Jury that “Sean was on board the bus as he entered the Bus Yard but unknownst to him had alighted before the bus stopped and the  next he saw of his youngest son was when he was turning the bus and pinned up against the fence at the Brother’s School side”. His daughter Kathleen also stated that “she was in the house in College Street when she heard the bus coming in and she went to collect her father and Sean only to see Sean on the ground with blood coming from his head and her father in distraught shocked state. She immediately ran to Bridge Street Corner where Tim O Riordan and Noel Smith were present and when informed of the accident rushed to their assistance but Sean was  pronounced dead on admission to Cavan Surgical Hospital where Father James J O Reilly Adm administered the Last Rites”. Rosary recited at the Hospital on Monday as the remains were removed to the Cathedral with Sean’s colleagues in Cavan Technical School forming a Guard of Honour at both the removal and funeral where they walked on both sides of the hearse. Father Joe Dolan CC officiated at the Funeral Mass in the packed Cathedral while interment took place in Cullies cemetery. Sean is survived by his father Michael ‘Mick Bunnoe’ Sean Donohoe is survived by his sisters Kathleen Josephine and Gertie McPhilips brothers Jim Michael Connie Val and Joe. At the inquest held in the Surgical George V Maloney represented GNR and the Donohoe family. RS Black Foreman Donal Brady Robert J Mackeral George Morris Phil Gargan and Michael McDonald ‘The Hub Bar’. After hearing the medical evidence that death was due to a fracture of the base of the skull incurred when Sean Donohoe was crushed between a bus and a wall the Coroner adjourned the Inquest.

Cormore powered by the famous Brady family win the Junior Championship Final in Breffni Park beating Belturbet by 4-3 to 1-8. Cormore got off to a flying start scoring 3 goals in the first 5 minutes and led by 4-2 to 0-2 at the interval. Cormore Paddy Smith John Joe Brady Christy Morris Philip Brady Jim McCabe Joe Mulligan Mikey Barren James Brady Sean Sorahan Gerry Connolly John P Burns John Charles Smith PJ Smith Tony McKiernan and Jimmy Smith . 

Presentation of a wallet of notes to Jim Smith Manager of the Ulster Arms Bar by his many friends  prior to his emigration to England after a number of years distinguished service.

Two special buses convey the 84 orphans and staff on their annual outing to Gormanston. The children were treated to lunch in the nearby Poor Clare Convent before enjoying a wonderful day playing on the beach.

Father James J O Reilly Adm and Father Patrick J Gargan officiate at the annual visitation to Cullies cemetery where the Rosary was recited and Father JJ O Reilly addressed the capacity crowd thanking each of them for their continuing support in tidying the plots and the general grounds which were resplendent for the occasion.

Cavan Bridge Club N/S Mr and Mrs Arnold E/W Jim Leonard and John Marron.

Tommy McEvoy formerly of College Street and an outstanding member of Cavan CBSI is appointed Scoutmaster of the 5^th Saint Patrick’s Troop Hayward Heath Sussex England.

Last Passenger Steam Train pulls out of Cavan with only a small number of passengers on board and hardly anybody to bid them a last farewell as they set out on the last poignant journey to Clones. The Driver was Samuel Lee and  Joseph McMahon both from Clones while the Guard was Brendan Mulvaney Cavan. Among the passengers were 40 Railway enthusiasts from Enniskillen members of the Railway Club of  England who bought tickets for the last trip to Loreto Junction and were offering premium prices for all sorts of Railway memorabilia. P J Quinn Station Master states that “the staff are in no mood to celebrate as the general public don’t’ seem to care and those that are not offered accommodation in other destinations will be all made redundant”. In contrast Clones turned out in their thousands to bid a fond farewell to the last GNR steam train to Enniskillen and  Belfast. Fog horns and small explosives were set off as the train slowly pulled out of the devastated Clones Station for the last time. Michael McCrossan General Manager W Thompson the Driver and J McAllister the Guard on the last train with hundreds bidding them a last fond farewell after over 100 years service to the Community of Clones .There are 94 people employed at Clones Station and this number will be reduces to 12 over the next few months.

October 12^th 1957 The Russians win the race into space with Sputnik 1 which orbits the earth at 18,000 mph and is the size of a football 560 miles up in space. Tracking stations on VHF frequency report a clear signal from the Sputnik with Paddy Smith 7 Cootehill Road EI 9J hoping that it does not continue to cause interference on the Short Wave Band.

Cavan News Items etc

October 19^th  1957 Clive Anderson Royal School appeals to all rugby players to be at the pitch in Kilnavara and to forward cash with order for International tickets. First come first served.

Death of Thomas Meehan Alackan Cavan. Survived by his sisters relatives and friends. Funeral from Saint Brigid’s Church Killygarry to the adjoining cemetery.

Father Patrick Gaffney President Saint Patrick’s College is elected Chairman of the Headmaster’s Association of Ireland.

Sympathy is extended to Ina McEntee wife of Hugh Saint Phelim’s Place on the death of her sister Rev Sister Anselem. She is formerly Ina Kennedy from Galway and the family are highly respected all over the West of Ireland.

Cavan Bridge N/S Father PJ Gargan and Mrs Mansfield E/W Tom Hickey and Jim Leonard .

October 26^th 1957 P N Smith President Cavan Show Committee reports that the income at this year’s record breaking show was £782- 16-4 while the expenditure was £726. Lot of complaints from the ladies present about the unfairness of having to compete against exhibitors using the new knitting machines . After a long heated discussion it was decided to introduce 2 competitions in the knitting section one for needles and one for machines with  the use of machines strictly policed by the judges.

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Presentation to Des McDonald BE who is returning to his native Dundalk from Cavan. The presentation on behalf of his many friends was made by Solicitor Stephen Keaveney.

CYMS Whist Top Score Mrs J Morris (The Guy) Ivy Cottage Farnham Road. 1^st Lady Kathy Murphy 2^nd Lady Josephine McEntee and AM O Reilly. 1^st Gent Michael Clarke Swellan 2^nd Gent H L Smyth.

Frankie Cinnamond a member of the Aylesbury Club in Dublin is selected on the Leinster team to play Ulster in  Belfast. He is son of Mr and Mrs Edward Cinnamond Church Street.

Tommy Aylmer playing off 13 beats Willie O Hanlon off 8 in the Final of the Farnham Cup at County Cavan Golf Club.

November 2^nd 1957 Sudden death of Michael Clarke 19 Saint Patrick’s Terrace at 10 am Mass in the Cathedral on Sunday last. He was a Bus Driver with GNR and was in his usual good form but collapsed at Mass and was dead on admission to Cavan Surgical Hospital. He was an outstanding card player and only last week won 1^st Gent at Cavan CYMS Whist which he attended each Sunday night. He is survived by his wife Maureen a member of the Graham family and a young family. Funeral from the Cathedral to Cullies cemetery.

Cavan Gaels beat Mullahoran in the Senior League in Mullahoran 2-5 to 0-3 where hard knocks were given and taken in atrocious weather conditions with the game finishing in a downpour. Colm Smith was man of the match at full back while ‘Foley’ O Rourke in goals was sound throughout. Larry Gillen and Cathal Young held sway at midfield all through while in attack Brendan Dunne and Sean Galligan were very prominent. The referee was Packy Newman Ballyhaise.

Rita O Reilly Stragella is appointed to London County Council. She was educated at Crubany NS and Loreto College and is daughter of Mrs Rita O Reilly and the late James O Reilly Stragella.

William Browne gives the Recital at Cavan Gramophone Society and next week the Recital will be given by Father A B McGrath.

November 9^th 1957 Sputnik 2 with live dog ‘Laika’ on board captures the imagination of the world circling the earth every 103 minutes at a speed of 18,000 miles per hour. Rose Meehan of Bridge Street and Brigid McGauran two night nurses at Saint Joseph’s Hospital give a clear description of seeing the Sputnik for over 15 minutes on a frosty clear night with visibility perfect detailing the description of the Sputnik being” brighter than the stars with a trail of dim lights trailing behind like sparks”.

‘Prince Olly’ wins the Irish Greyhound Puppy Derby at Shelbourne  Park in a time of 30.11. He was formerly owned by Paddy Gaffney ‘Ardeevin’ Latt who sold him to his present owner George Flindham from England. He was originally owned by Vincent Cosgrove of Inishmore Butlersbridge and will continue on his racing career in England.

William Daly Cavan is the lucky winner of a Pye Continental TV in the Motor Economy test at Smith’s Garage with John Keogan 2^nd winning a Parker Pen. Dympna Martin Bridge Hotel wins a silver tea service and George Kennedy Ballyhaise wins a Philips Electric Shaver. The winner driving an Austin A35 achieved an incredible 87 miles to the gallon on his final run.

Death of Margaret J Rutherford Heath View widow of JW Rutherford and regular contributor to ‘ Poet’s Corner’ in the Anglo Celt. She is survived by her  sister  AM Mee ‘ Fort View’ Farnham Road.

Funeral from Kilmore Cathedral to the adjoining cemetery.

Death of Fred Reid Derrycramph a very popular and highly respected member of the Communinty. He was a long time member of Cavan Show Society. Funeral from Kilmore Cathedral to the adjoining cemetery.    

Tony O Dowd 14 year old son of Terry and Mrs O Dowd Saint Phelim’ s Place is the winner and 1^st place in the Walkers Hohner competition in the Mansion House Dublin. The Cavan Agents are Smyth’s 60 Main Street Cavan.

Social and presentation to Tommy Goldrick Social Welfare Cavan who has been appointed Inspector for Louth Meath Westmeath Cavan Monaghan and North County Dublin. The presentation was made at a packed Town Hall by Dr Brian Galligan and Tommy will be replaced by Paddy Duffy Marahill Ballinagh who is a well known member of the FCA.

November 16^th 1957 Drop in population in all areas of Ireland apart from Dublin continues. The present population of the Republic of Ireland is 2,898,264 a drop of 2.2% or 62,329 since the last Census.

Historic picture in the Anglo Celt this week of Gerry Kelly UDC Jim Brady and Noel Egan all members of the one family examining the first copy of the Anglo Celt printed on the new Rotchild Printing Press which now enables the Celt to easily publish photographs for the first time.

Death of the famous Patrick Scallan Drumbo. Impresario and Concert artiste . Former Caretaker of the Town Hall. He organised numerous celebrity concerts with artistes appearing from all over the world. He had a fine tenor voice and specialised in the singing of numbers made famous by the late Count John McCormack. He was a most valued member of the Old and New Cathedral Choir under Fathers William Buchanan and the recently deceased May Roche Church Street. He was a staunch member of the Ancient Order of Hibernians and was a life time member of the Holy Family Confraternity in the Cathedral. He is survived by 1 sister and a nephew. Funeral from the Cathedral to Cullies Cemetery.

Parochial Bazaar where there was over £500 worth of goods to be won is very well supported. With Gerry Lovett MC and Father James J O Reilly Adm returning thanks for the outstanding support of the parishioners.

Flu epidemic hits the area forcing the De La Salle and Poor Clare Convent to close for almost 2 weeks.

Death of John Collins farmer Corahoe brother of Father Bernard Collins California. Funeral from the Cathedral to Cullies cemetery.

Death of Mary Maguire Wolfe Tone Street widow of the late Patrick Maguire. She was highly respected and well known over a wide area. Survived by her 2 sons and 2 daughters. Funeral from the Cathedral to Cullies cemetery.

Sean Woods Saint Phelim’s Place broadcasting from Radio Eireann on the accordion plays a selection of Irish airs and reels and jigs that thrilled the nation. Sean’s programme included ‘Killimer’ ‘The Land and the Strand’ ‘The Copper Plate’ ‘Woman of the House’ and ‘The Green Gates’.

November 23^rd 1957 Sudden death of Senator Sean Moylan Clontarf Minister for Agriculture at the age of 68. Member of the Fianna Fail Government since 1937. He took an active part in the War of Independence. Funeral from Saint Anthony’s Church Clontarf.

Death of the legendary Thomas Conaty Crossdoney Road Ballinagh at the age of 100 and 1 day. Father Larry Corr presented the President’s cheque for £5 to Thomas on his birthday. Perfect health all his life he worked as a Tailor until he was 90 and read the paper each day without the aid of glasses. Struck down a week ago with the prevalent flu virus which has closed many schools and business houses. He was a 1^st cousin of Bishop  Nicholas Conaty who built Saint Patrick’s College in 1886. He was a cousin of Bridie M Smith Historian who was employed in the Anglo Celt. Survived by his daughters MS M Gaynor Garrymore K Walsh Bellville Ballinagh and Mrs Edward Brady Ballinagh and 27 grandchildren and 23 great grandchildren.

Saint Patrick’s College Past Pupils Union AGM in the Gresham Hotel Chairman JJ Smith Secretary Michael Gilheaney Treasurer Tom Ryan and Gerry O Reilly. Committee Father Dan Breen CC Kilcullen Michael Fay Oliver J Finlay J Doran O Reilly Patrick Shaffrey Owen Daly John P Neary Seamus Conaty Vincent Lynch and P McDonald. Preparations are underway for the annual Dinner in Saint Patrick’s College on the 24^th November and the annual Dinner Dance in the Gresham Hotel on the 22^nd January 1958.

Collette Ann Margaret Kelly formerly of Saint Phelim’s Place Cavan marries Benjamin Henry Kelly a native of the Isle of Man in a glittering ceremony in Sutton Down Lincolnshire. The Bride is daughter of Patrick and Mrs Kelly 20 Saint Phelim’s Place Cavan.

Cavan At Home Week to take place in January 1958 Chairman Father James J O Reilly Adm Vice Chairman Tom Hickey Secretary Nellie McIntyre Treasurer Jack Ahearn. Committee Miss Maggie McCabe Bell Power Jim Scanlon Joe Duffy Paddy McNamara Tom Fitzpatrick Dr Brian J Galligan Brother Cyril and Fathers Tom Halton and A B McGrath.

Paul Curran Accountant in Providers is the recipient of a presentation at a Social in the Farnham Hotel  made on behalf of his many friend by Gerry Lovett as he  returns to take up a similar position in his  native Louth.

Death of Peter McGauran Creighan well known highly respected in the Community. Survived by his nephews and nieces. Funeral from the Cathedral to Saint Brigid’s cemetery Killygarry.

CYMS  Whist Top Score Joe Kenny Owen Roe 1^st Lady M Gillen 2^nd Lady Mrs JM McCabe 1^st Gent Joe Brady 2^nd Gent Jerome Casey Best Last Quarter Frank Fitzpatrick.

Death of Richard ‘Dick’ Tilson Derryheen. Well known farmer he was  very well known in Cavan and surrounding Counties. Survived by  his brother relatives and friends. Funeral following Service in Derryheen Church.

November 30^th 1957 Paddy Smith Minister for Local Government is appointed Minister for Agriculture to succeed the late Senator Sean Moylan. Neal Blayney takes over from Paddy Smith at the Department of Agriculture and Social Welfare. Paddy Smith is a member of Dail Eireann since 1923 and farms extensively at Drumnane Cootehill. He was Minister for Agriculture in 1947-1948 and was formerly a Parliamentary Secretary at the Department of the Taoiseach and Agriculture. Neal Blayney took over as TD for East Donegal on the death of his father Neal in 1955. He is a member of Donegal County Council since 1948.

Father Torlac O Reilly sings ‘ The Salute to the Pope ‘ at the Annual General Meeting and Dinner of the Past Pupils Union in the College where Benediction was imparted by Bishop Quinn assisted b y Fathers James Carroll and Frank McKiernan.

Death of Margaret McGowan Butlersbridge widow of the late Patrick McGowan. She is survived by her sons daughter and brothers. Funeral from Saint Aidan’s Church Butlersbridge to Annagh cemetery.

Death of Agnes ?? wife of John Innisbeg Butlersbridge. Survived by her husband and sons. Funeral from Saint Aidan’s Church to the New cemetery Butlersbridge.

Social and presentation to Mrs M Smith NT Killyconnin School on the occasion of her retirement by the local branch of Cavan INTO. She was presented with a silver tea service by Molly Finnegan Secretary of the branch with music by the Des Jenkins Orchestra.

Gramophone Society recital this week in the Farnham Hotel by W S Johnston next week by Kathleen Brady Town Hall Street.

Bridge Club N/S Jim Rafter and J P Mansfield E/w Tommy McCormick and Father Frank McKiernan.

December 7^th 1957 Pictured is Peter J Fitzpatrick on his first day as County Registrar in the Courthouse. He succeeds Patrick J McKenna Coleman Road who retired in October. Peter was educated at Killeshandra NS Saint Patrick’s College Cavan and qualified as a Solicitor at UCD in 1934 obtaining the 2^nd highest marks in the country. He commenced practicing in Belturbet in 1935 building an extensive practice. One of a family of 8 he is a brother of Dr MA McDwyer Consultant Physician Lancashire Dr AD McDwyer Leinster Road Rathmines Dublin P J McDwyer Secretary Dublin Chamber of Commerce Edward J McDwyer NT Ballinagh Miss MG McDwyer Four Courts Dublin Mrs Wright Dartmouth Square Dublin and the late T B McDwyer former Saint Patrick’s College and Ulster footballer.

Thomas A Maloney is appointed to the Board of Ryan Rent A Car. Tom who is  24 and resides at ‘Drumbar’ Ardmahon Well Road Cork will head up the Cork Division of the Company. He is son of George V and Eileen Maloney Farnham Street Cavan.

Cavan rugby team to play Portlaoise at Kilnavara M Dwyer Ken Cinnamond A Scott P Storey Niall Walsh J Phelan Captain Derek Morris George Maloney J O Riordan Norman Moore Phil Cullivan Richard Black Sean Woods and Teddy McCormack.

Garret Cooney will preside at the inaugural address given by Justice Conor A Maguire to the Law Society at Kings Inna Dublin. In attendance will be John A Costello former Taoiseach. Garrett is son of MA Cooney MOH Lisdarn Cavan.

Brendan O Riordan National Museum will deliver the lecture at the next meeting of Cumainn Seanchais Bhreifne .

Cavan Bridge Club N/S Surgeon PD Maloney and Airmid O Hanlon E/W Mr and Cyril Arnold.

December 14^th1956 Kilmore Hall Fancy Dress Prettiest Audrey Richmond Most Original Nelson Heaslip Most Humorous John Armstrong Most Topical Valerie Pratt Best Advertisement Violet Heaslip. Rev Canon Turkington Was MC while the Judges were Lord Farnham and Mrs Caruthers while Myrtle Henderson was on the piano.

Edward Maguire from Carrigallen will take over the Erne Bus Service where he worked as a driver for many years . He has also purchased a bus which can be hired for outings and pilgrimages.

Garda Patrick Tully promoted to the rank of Sergeant served as a   Garda in Redhills from 1948 before coming to Cavan in 1955. Native of Crosakiel Kells County Meath.  He is a former playing member of Belturbet Rory O Moore’s and Cavan Slashers. He was on the Cavan County Junior team in 1947.

Jimmy Stafford who is employed with McDonnell’s Bakery 61 Main Street and is a native of Drogheda makes a presentation to Eamonn Kingston who has been called to the Garda Depot for training at a very enjoyable Social in the Pavilion.

Irish Debating Society 1958 President Phil Ruddy Chairman Dr Brian Galligan Treasurers Mrs Carr and Bernard Stacey BA Cathedral Road Secretary Phil Lawlor and Assistant Secretary Seamus White.

Death of Brigid Smith Breffni Terrace after a long illness born with fortitude and courage. Father AB McGrath officiated at the funeral from the Cathedral to Cullies cemetery.

December 21^st 1957 Cavan CYMS 1958 President Gerry Lovett Vice President Tommy J Connolly Treasure Phil Lawlor Secretary Anselem Lovett Committee Joe Higgins Charlie Leddy Larry Burke H L Smyth and Eugene Monaghan. The Secretary reported that there were now 60 members of the Branch and that there was a

Credit balance of £39-19-0. The Committee decided to make enquires re joining the parent body of the  National Associations of CYMS Ireland.

Jack Halpin Cavan is appointed Vice President of the Incorporated Law Society of Ireland.

George V Maloney Junior ‘The Bungalow’ Drumconnick is commissioned as a Second Lieutenant FCA by Major General Liam Egan Eastern Command at a ceremony at Cathal Brugha Barracks Dublin. George a qualified Solicitor recently joined his father’s practice in Cavan is son of George V and Eileen Maloney Farnham Street Cavan and is very well known in musical rugby boxing and swimming circles.

Andy Breslin makes a presentation to David Cullen on behalf of his many friends at a function in the Railway Hotel. David is emigrating to England.

Hen turkeys fetch 4/- to 4/2 per lb while cocks are selling at 3/6 and geese are very plentiful at 2/- to 2/6 per lb.

Noel O Reilly Jim McDonnell Brian Gallagher James Brady and Tom Maguire are Cavan’s representatives on the Ulster team to play Munster in the Railway Cup Semi Final at Breffni Park in February 1958.

December 28^th 1957 Cavan Schools GAA Board Chairman Seamus Gilheaney Secretary Brother Cyril Treasurer Father P J Gargan CC Registrar Father Patrick Mallon Saint Patrick’s College.

Presentation by Dr MA Cooney in the Farnham Hotel to Edward Flood Abbey Street as he leaves Cavan to retire to Roscommon.

Death of Mrs Jessie Kennedy 29 Cathedral Road. She was widow of the late William Kennedy and is survived by her son Lesley daughter and other relatives. Venerable Archdeacon Shire officiated at the funeral from Cavan Parish Church to the New cemetery.

Tom Hickey is the new Captain at County Cavan Golf Club where Maureen McDonald also from Church Street is the new Lady Captain.

Winners of Competitions during 1957 at County Cavan Golf Club President’s Prize Harry O Connell and Ina Hickey Captain’s Prize Dan McDonald Members Cup Harry O Connell Cullen Cup Pat J O Neill O Hanlon Cup AJ O Sullivan Farnham Cup Tommy Aylmer Committee Prize Brendan Murray Mixed Foursomes Edward and Airmid O Hanlon. Captain 1958 Tom C Hickey President Surgeon Cullen Treasurer A Ormsby Secretary Dermot Morgan Assistant Secretary Dr Darragh Smith.

January 4^th 1958 Death of Thomas Smith 3 Coleman Road after a short illness at an advanced age. He was a veteran of the Boer War and was a distinguished member of the Irish Fusiliers. Weigh master for Cavan UDC for over 45 years. He was a most courteous and efficient official and was known over a very wide area. Celebrated the Golden Jubilee of his marriage in 1954. He was the father of 21 children with 2 sons and 7 daughters still alive and living in the USA and Ireland. Survived by his wife and family. Father PJ Gargan CC officiated at the funeral from the Cathedral to Cullies.

January 11^th 1958 Cavan Rainfall 1957 42.23 inches with rain on 225 days as opposed to 38.01 inches in 1956 with rainfall on 221 days.

Cavan At Home Week draws the large crowds in the first week of January 1958 with the Town Hall packed to capacity on most nights. Cavan Players with ‘ Murder out of Tune’ got the week off to a flying start with star performances from Ina Furlong Josephine McEntee Nell Arnold Mary Smith Railway Hotel Eugene Monaghan Jack Aherne who was also the Producer. Philip McConnell was Stage Manager while Maureen Han was Wardrobe Mistress. The Comeback Concert by Old Time Musical Halls Comedians Jimmy Mallon and Benny O Rourke was a hilarious success with Jimmy singing old time favourites like ‘I Wonder Whose Kissing Her Now’ ‘Keeping Up with the Jones’’ Down Where The Daffodils Grow’ and ‘McNamara’s Band’. The famous Molly McGurk sang ‘Macushla’ and ‘Ireland Mother Ireland’ receiving rapturous applause. The Question Time between Cavan ICA and Cavan County Council was won in a tight finish by Cavan ICA 83-78 with Phil Cullivan and Carmel McDonald winning the individual prizes. The Adjudicator was Professor William Browne MA Question Master Gerry Lovett and Score master Tom Hickey. Cavan ICA Bella Power Nellie McIntyre Maura Baxter Joan Hickey Kitty Jenkins and Mary Connolly 58 Main Street Cavan. Cavan County Council Phil Cullivan Carmel McDonald John Lyng Harry O Connell  Michael Harding and Dick McCarthy. The ICA Choir with Myrtle Henderson on the piano enthralled the audience with a recital of  classics including ‘ Beautiful Isle of Shadows’ and solo items from Jack  Norry Postmaster in Cootehill Gene and Bill McCusker playing a piano duet while Martin Maloney and Kevin Burke played a selection of Irish airs.

This week’s recital at Cavan Gramophone Society is by Clive Anderson while next week Tom McConville will give the recital in  the Farnham Hotel.

January 18^th 1958 Tomas Donlon aged 13 formerly of Saint Phelim’s Place is killed in Ennis at Carmody’s Hotel when a first floor collapsed during an auction where over 100 people were gathered. 8 people died and  at least 38 others including Tomas’ father were injured as the floor gave way without warning in Carmody’s Hotel which was in existence since 1804 collapsing on top of a Wedding Party who were celebrating on the ground floor. The Bride and Groom quickly turned their energies to digging out and assisting the dead and injured. Carmody’s Hotel was a stop over point for the likes of Daniel O Connell Charles Stewart Parnell and Eamonn De Velera who all stayed in the famous Room 23 of the Hotel and it was in the expectation of securing memorabilia from that room that attracted huge numbers to the Auction. Tomas Donlon was son of Tomas School’s Inspector and Mrs Donlon Saint Phelim’s Place. He was educated at home and at The Poor Clare Convent and De La Salle Brothers Cavan where he excelled as a student speaking fluent Irish. He was a member of the original De La Salle Flagelot Band with the likes of Emmanuel Kennedy Alan O Hanlon Micheal Smyth Gerard ‘Shammy’ Gilchrist and Eddie Murray. His brother Sean was later to become Irish Ambassador in Washington.

Cavan Urban Council adjourn as a mark of respect to the late Town Weigh master Tom Smith Rossa Place who is described by all as ‘ a most courteous and efficient member of Cavan UDC staff’.

Pictured are the members of the Anglo Celt who organised the firm’s first Staff Dinner Dance where music was supplied by Tom McCusker for the 60 members who attended a most enjoyable function. Picture shows Teddy McCormack Frank Carroll Sheila O Reilly Secretary Andy McEntee Chairman John Sharkey Treasurer Gerry Kelly UDC and Paddy McCullough.

Aidan Geraghty Goods Department CIE Railway Goods Depot is leaving Cavan on promotion to Sligo was the recipient of a wallet of notes from his many friends at an enjoyable Social in the Ulster Arms Hotel.

Death of Bernard O Reilly Emmett Place formerly of Lisdarn. Worked in the TB Hospital in Lisdarn. Survived by  his sons daughters and other relatives. Father James J O Reilly  Adm officiated at the largely attended funeral from the Cathedral to Cullies cemetery.

January 25^th 1958  Garda Tom O Donnell aged 24 a native of Boherbee Tralee and latterly Limerick is killed when the squad car he was driving was in a collision with a cattle truck on treacherous icy roads near Legakelly. Injured was Garda Michael McCarthy also 24 a native of Mullingar who is detained in Cavan Surgical Hospital with serious injuries to his arms shoulders and legs. James Monaghan Sunbeam Terrace Clones driver of the cattle lorry is also detained with serious injuries while 2 helpers Thomas Johnston and Mr Kelly also Sunbeam Terrace Clones are discharged with only minor injuries. Garda Tom O Donnell came to Cavan in January 1957 having served 3 years in Thomastown County Kilkenny. Sympathy is extended to his family Mr and Mrs Timothy O Donnell 5 Catherine Place Limerick and his brothers and sisters. A large crowd gathered at Cavan Surgical Hospital as Garda O Driscoll’s remains were being transferred to Limerick by hearse with his colleagues in Cavan Garda Station forming a Guard of Honour on each side of the hearse as it made its way through the deserted streets of Cavan where blinds were drawn on every business premises. Cavan Gaels whom Garda O Donnell was a playing member were in attendance accompanying the cortege to the outskirts of the town on its long journey South. Funeral from Saint Michael’s Church Limerick to Mount Saint Laurence cemetery Limerick. Paddy Cusack County Coroner adjourned the Inquest into the death of Garda O Donnell at the Courthouse Cavan until key witnesses would be available to testify. Jury Michael McDonald ‘Hub Bar’ Edward O Gorman Publican Upper Main Street Michael Tully Farnham Hotel Hugh Gough Michael Young Phil Gargan and Phil Lee.

John Maguire son of Garda John and Mrs Maguire Saint Patrick’s  Terrace is called to the Garda Depot where he will train for the Garda. Mattie Connolly on behalf of John’s many friends in Cavan made a presentation of a wallet of notes at an enjoyable Social in the Pavilion where John was a very enthusiastic member of the Pavilion Musical Society.

Sandy Gordon’s Garage in Farnham Street is sold to Maurice Jackson for £2,000. Gordon’s were one of the first ever motor garages in Cavan and also pioneered with the introduction of the Magnet Bus Service and The Magnet Cinema.

February 4^th 1958 Cavan GAA Committee 1958 Chairman T P O Reilly Secretary H L Smith Assistant Secretary Sonny Galligan Ardkill Treasure Paddy O Reilly Athbara and Registrar Jack McConnell Ashe Street.

Sudden death of Sergeant Patrick J McDonagh a native of Galway who joined the force in 1923 and was stationed in Cavan Slane and Ballydehob for the last 5 years.

Record crowd attend Vera Brady’s 1^st Staff Dance in the Town Hall where there was plenty of glamour with spot prizes every dance. Proceeds to the Poor Clare Convent.

Maurice Jackson himself a native of Killykeen presents a Perpetual Trophy to Cavan Angler’s Club who are re stocking the Laragh River where Father Malachy Byrne is PP this year.

February 11^th 1958 Munich Air Disaster as a BEA Elizabethan Aircraft carrying the famous Busby Babes crashes on their 3^rd attempt at take off at Munich Airport where the party stopped for refuelling after the Babes 3-0 win against Red Star Belgrade in the quarter final of the European Cup. Among the dead are Dublin stat Liam Whelan England captain Roger Byrne David Pegg Eddie Coleman and later the great Duncan Edwards who died 3 weeks after the crash from wounds sustained. Matt Busby Manager Harry Gregg from Derry Jackie Blanchflower from Belfast and Bobby Charlton are among the survivors.

Loreto Musical Society stage their comic opera ‘Aladdin and Out’ in the College Concert Hall. Anna Harten as the Emperor’s daughter gave an exceptional performance and was the outstanding talent on display. Her movement and elocution was full of grace and style. Aladdin Sheila O Reilly Badmanazar Doreen Smyth The Emperor Geraldine Mullery Prime Minister Marie Sheridan Prime Minister’s son Nuala Smith Courtiers Anna Reilly and Marie Daly Aladdin’s mother Teresa Magee Emperor’s daughter Anna Harten Laundry Stewards Madeline Gilligan and Helen Gilchrist Genie of the Lamp Marie Kavanagh Dancer Marie Keogh and a large Chorus. Music Costumes and Production Mistress of Music and Mistress of Schools. Mrs Philips and Mrs McNevin were in charge of dancing sequence and elocution.

Cavan Gaels 1958 Chairman Father James J O Reilly Adm Vice Chairman Paddy Conaty Treasure Father Patrick J Gargan and Seamus  Fay Secretary Jimmy Sheridan Assistant Secretary Tommy Hughes Committee Brother Cyril Tommy Gilroy Mattie Corcoran Bud McNamara John Johnston Pappy McNamara Tom McNamara John Keogan Pat O Neill AJ O Brien and Willie Doonan.

Drumalee GFC 1958 President P Molloy Vice President Father Patsy Young Chairman Paul Caffrey Treasurer Sean Reilly Secretary Pat Sharkey Representative to County Board Barney Higgins. Committee Barney Higgins Sean Walsh Seamus Fay J Smith M Lynch. Delegates to County Convention Dennis O Keeffe Sean Walsh Barney Higgins.

February 15^th 1958 Centenary celebrations in Lourdes Knock and Cavan to mark the centenary of the apparition of Our Lady in Lourdes to Bernadette. Over 80,000 throng Lourdes for the centenary which was marked by the Papal Legate Cardinal Roncalli opening the new vast underground Basilica specially built for centenary year. Over 10 million will visit Lourdes this year. 4,000 attended the special Mass celebrated by Cardinal Roncalli and 40 Bishops together with hundreds of priests from all over the world on the spot where Our Lady appeared to Bernadette 100 years ago. Young French girls clad in blue and white costumes, the same colours worn by Our Lady when she appeared to Bernadette on February 11^th 1858 mingled with the huge crowd as the Angelus recited by his Holiness Pope Pius XII on Vatican radio was relayed to the crowd and broadcast all over the world.  Marian procession in Ballyjamesduff with flags and buntings flying from every building with the procession proceeding around the town back to the Grotto at the Poor Clare Convent where the Rosary and Benediction were celebrated and recited with Father M O Reilly Master of Ceremonies and Miss M McCabe on the organ. Father James J O Reilly Adm was the celebrant in the Cathedral which was packed to capacity for the Rosary and Benediction where the Lourdes hymn ‘  The Bells of the Angelus’ rung out with Father A B McGrath on the organ.

Death of George Brady Labourer Billis. Very popular and well respected over a wide area. Survived by his brother and other relatives Funeral from the Cathedral to Cullies cemetery.

Death of the very well known Pat Christie Messenger in Saint Phelim’s Hospital at the age of 77. He was a native of Bawnboy and was formerly a Postman in Dowra. Pat was known and respected particularly by the business people in the town with whom he had a great relationship. He was an ardent GAA fan and never missed a fixture in Breffni Park.

Paddy Keogan son of Mr and Mrs John Keogan Hibernian Bank is appointed a Clerk in the Hibernian Bank Cootehill.

February 22^nd 1958 Tributes are paid to the legendary Joe Murray Cathedral Road who is retiring as Superintendent Cavan Garda after spending 10 years in Cavan. At Cavan Circuit Court Judge Sweeney Harry O  Neill County Registrar’s Office Peter McDwyer County Registrar Tom Fitzpatrick Solicitor  William McWilliams on behalf of the Bar Association all proclaimed that Superintendent Murray was most helpful and courteous and wished him and his 2^nd wife long life and happiness as he retired to his native Bundoran County Donegal. He joined the Force in 1923 and was actively associated with the Irish language revival. In Cavan he was known for his boundless charity and acts of kindness. He organised many events for the orphans of Saint Joseph’s Poor Clare Convent including frequent film shows which he showed himself being a gifted photographer and projectionist. He was an outstanding comic and story teller and on many occasions at Social events in the town put on a one man show of comedy song and dance with just an accompaniment on the piano. On the evening of the return of the Cavan team with the Sam Maguire Cup from New York on October 5^th 1947 he was the star of the show at the Reception in the Farnham Hotel.

Cavan GAA Selection Committee 1958 TP O Reilly HL Smyth Mick Higgins Phil ‘The Gunner’ Brady Peadar Doyle Father PJ Gargan and Victor Sherlock.

Death of David Clarke 4 Farnham Street former Assistant Registrar for County Leitrim. He was very highly respected and known over a wide area. Cavan Circuit Court with Judge Sheehy leading the tributes in which Tom J Fitzpatrick William Mc Williams SC and Peter McDwyer Cavan County Registrar all paid tribute to David’s efficient kind manner co operation and courtesy over many years. He is survived by his wife and daughters. Archdeacon Shires officiated at the funeral from Cavan Parish Church to the New Cemetery.

The Junior and Senior Choirs of the Royal School star in a musical evening in the Town Hall where the soloists included Clive Anderson who played ‘The Lover and the Nightingale’. Great credit is due to Music teachers MS Anderson and Craig with Cyril Anderson acting as Stage Manager and Producer.

Marie Smyth only daughter of Tommy and  Jeannie Smyth bids a fond farewell to Butlersbridge at a Social in the Hall where Marie a very popular young lady is showered with gifts from friends and neighbours at a Social where Mel Keaveney was MC and Una Myles NT made the presentations including an inscribed gold watch. Music was by Jack Reilly and His Band.

Eugene Leddy makes his 11^th broadcast from Radio Eireann where ballad singer Ken Browne was the star of the show and the talk of the country for his unique style and delivery.

March 1^st 1958 Seamus Gilheaney retires after 3 years as Chairman of the Ulster Council of the GAA. He has agreed to stay on as Cavan delegate to a Council he devoted many years. Lifetime service to Cavan GAA Seamus is a native of Leitrim and was County Board Chairman in Cavan from 1928-1934 and from 1948-1951. He is a founder member of the Cavan Schools Football Board which was established in 1953.

Ulster dominate the Railway Cup Semi Final against Munster in Breffni Park but a late solo point from Valentia Island and Kerry star Mick O Connell gives Munster an ill deserved victory by 1-6 to 0-8. Stars of the Munster team included the peerless Paudie Sheehy and the tenacious Jerome O Shea both from Kerry. he young Mick O Connell was Man  of the Match.

Meanwhile Saint Patrick’s College Cavan qualify for the McRory Cup Final where they will meet Saint Colman’s Newry in Castleblayney virtue of their 4-4 to 2-0 victory over Abbey CBS where Tadhg McCarthy Ballinagh and a very young Kevin Blessing from Cootehill score 3-2 of the Saint Patrick’s total.

Death of Mary Mai O Reilly 41 College Street wife of Edward ESSO representative. She was well known and much loved over a wide are and her passing at such a young age is a big blow to her family and community. Survived by her 3 sons and 2 daughters and other relatives. Father P J Gargan officiated at the largely attended funeral from the Cathedral to Cullies cemetery.

Sue Coyle a native of Cavan town is made a presentation at a Testimonial Dinner Dance in the Essex Hotel New Jersey following 30 fruitful years as a member of the American Inland Revenue. She is sister of Mick and Kathleen Marron Cavan and will be home on holidays in June 1958.

Death of James Galligan Breffni Terrace. He was a noted soccer player in his youth and worked as a Sawyer in Richmond’s Sawmills Creighan. He is survived by his wife and 2 sisters. Father PJ Gargan officiated at the funeral from the Cathedral to Cullies cemetery.

Sean O Siochan is the star of the glittering Comalthas Concert in the Town Hall entitled ‘Ceilidhe House’ where the Hall was packed to capacity with over 200 failing to gain entry.

Jubilee Nurse Whist Top Score Mrs O Rourke Saint Phelim’s Place 1^st and 2^nd Ladies Mrs Margaret English and Olive Black 1^st and 2^nd Gents Joe Brady and Gerard Gilchrist.

March 8th1958 Dr Vivian Fochs and his party of British scientists and explorers at Scott Base in the  Antarctic celebrate their achievement with champagne and caviar after their journey of 2,100 miles crossing the Antarctic. Dr Fochs was luxuriating in a well deserved hot bath when informed that Queen Elizabeth is to reward him with a Knighthood.

Death of Alice Greene Corn Mill Cavan in Saint Phelim’s Hospital. Well known local personality she was known throughout the North East for her holiness and charity. Daily communicant she was a member of the Sodalities in the Cathedral. Survived by her daughter Cissie sons Gerry Francis Joe Charlie Johnny and was predeceased by her husband Joe and son Tommy. Father AB McGrath officiated at the funeral from a packed Cathedral to Cullies cemetery.

Death of Richard Allison Kilmore Survived by his brother nephews and other relatives. Funeral from Kilmore Cathedral to the adjoining cemetery.

Death of Mary Brady ‘Claude Villa’ Cullies at a young age at Saint Phelim’s Hospital Cavan. Daughter of James and Mrs Brady ‘Claude Villa’. She was sister of Sister M Ignatius Our Lady’s Hospital Manorhamilton and the late Father P Brady PP. urvived by her brothers and sister. Father AB McGrath officiated at the funeral from the Cathedral to Cullies cemetery.

Death of Patrick Greene 23 Saint Patrick’s Terrace. He was father of Mother M Victorina Loreto Order Calcutta. He was a native of Swanlinbar and was a carpenter by trade working with Paddy Elliott Tom McManus and his  neighbour Tommy McDonald. Great GAA fan he seldom missed a game in Breffni Park or Clones. Died after a short illness at a very young age. Predeceased by his wife he is survived by his sons and daughters. Father A B McGrath officiated at the funeral from the Cathedral to Kinawley cemetery.

Following the collapse of the floor in Ennis leading to the deaths of 8 people, Cavan County Manager orders that the Library in Farnham Street be relocated to the ground floor because of the increasing weight of the numerous books held in stock. Charlie Greene brings his artistic talents to a job that is very tasty and attractive costing just over £1,000.

Mr and Mrs Cyril Arnold win the prestigious Cavan Open Bridge competition for the Surgeon Cullen Cup in the Farnham Hotel 2^nd Mr and Mrs Farrell from Longford while the Tournament Director was W Berrill from Drogheda assisted by Cavan Captain Jim Leonard.

March 15^th 1958 Chamber of Commerce 1958 Chairman Austin McDonald who succeeds Con P Smith Vice President Alfred Myles Smith Secretary George V Maloney Junior  Treasurer Tom McKenna .The Committee after a long discussion decided to grant aid Cavan Anglers Club £10 towards the cost of a new colour brochure which the Club are publishing to promote Tourism in the Cavan area.

Death of Jim Galligan well known farmer and horse man from Behey. Survived by his son daughter and other relatives. Well known throughout a wide area he was extremely generous and helpful to his friends and neighbours and was a founding member of the famous Drumcrave Fife and Drum Band.  Funeral from the Cathedral to Killygarry.

Saint Colman’s Newry powered by the likes of Dan McCartan and his cousin Sean O Neill hammer Saint Patrick’s College in the McRory Cup Final in Castleblayney where the game was  played in very wintry conditions with a cold North wind blowing strongly and 3 inches of snow on the pitch. Saint Patrick’s had first assistance of the  wind and went into the lead in the first few minutes but Saint Colman’s contained them in the first half and the Newry men led by 1-2 to 1-1 at half time. Saint Patrick’s were completely overrun in the second half by the defending champions and  were lucky to escape with just  a beating of 19 points. Saint Patrick’s College Patrick McManus J McCabe Felim Kelly O Haslett M Lynch J McKiernan M Lynch T Galligan T Boyers John Aherne S O Rourke P Lynch Kevin Blessing and Tadhg McCarthy. Referee L Friel Antrim.

The new Irish Dancing Club will organise this year’s Saint Patrick Day’s Parade.

Saint Joseph’s Young Priests Society 1958 President Gerry M Lovett Secretary Clare Brady Town Hall Treasurer Mary McGoldrick NT.

William Browne MA Kathleen Sullivan Dermot Morgan and  Father Sean O Reilly win the Team of Four Competition at the County Cavan Finals of the All Ireland Whist competition in the Park Hotel Virginia . Like last year the team will now represent Cavan in the All Ireland Finals in Athlone.

Fond farewell to the great Superintendent Garda Siochana Joe Murray. Native of Monaghan town Joe was a National Teacher before joining the Garda in 1922 as an Inspector. From 1917-1922 he took an active part in the War of Independence coming under heavy shelling and gun fire at the Battle of Pettigo and Beleek County Donegal in June 1922. He was a Brigadier in the IRA in charge of the 4^th South East Donegal Battalion. After joining the Garda he served in Kildare Collinstown McKee Barracks Waterford Gorey and  Killaloe before coming to Cavan as Superintendent in 1945 . Founder member of Cavan Drama Festival organising Drama in many schools throughout the County. Adjudicator at many of the Irish Feiseanna he was himself a fluent Irish speaker and delighted in all things Irish. He was a very talented artiste specialising in singing and hilarious sketches and comedy acts and was the main artiste entertaining the huge attendance at the 1947 victorious banquet in the Farnham Arms when he was accompanied on the piano by Maisie Magee. Outstanding footballer he was a regular on the Donegal Senior County team and was one of the men that reorganised the GAA in Donegal laying the foundations for success in the future. Superintendent Murray was the guest of honour as his colleagues and the towns people bid him and  his second wife a fond farewell showering on them many gifts as a token of their deep appreciation for all the work they carried out during their 12 years in Cavan. They now  retire to Bundoran County Donegal and are wished many happy years of peace and health. Joe Murray is replaced by Superintendent Christopher Flood a native of Meath coming to Cavan on promotion from Galway.

Death of Mary Gaffney wife of Patrick Gaffney Creamery Manager Butlersbridge at a comparatively young age. She had been ill for sometime. She is survived by her husband Patrick sons sister and many friends . Funeral from Saint Aidan’s cemetery Butlersbridge to the New cemetery.

March 22^nd 1958 Small attendance witness the debut of the McInerney brothers in Butlersbridge as the home side edge out near neighbours Redhills in the Junior League. Among the stars for Redhills was the peerless Patsy McEntee Ted Duggan and Maxie McGrath while the Bridge relied on Tom Myles Michael Reilly Tommy Meehan Terry Smyth Con Smith and PJ Nolan.

Poor Clare Convent’s Production of ‘Hansel and Gretel’ scores 90 marks in the All Ireland School’s Drama Under 11 in Dublin securing 3^rd place out of an entry of 7. The show introduced to the stage such talent as Frances Sullivan Moya Maloney Frances Donoghoe Geraldine Fitzpatrick Mary McKiernan Sarah Ann O Reilly Carmel McCormick Concepta McEntee Mary Smith Mary O Mahoney Philomena Conaty Brigid Pryce Patricia O Connor Bernadette O Reilly and Margaret Grey.  

March 29^th 1958 Father James J O Reilly Administrator in Cavan since 1943 in appointed Parish Priest of Baileboro with Father Joseph Dolan appointed Adm with Father Patrick J McManus Diocesan Examiner appointed a Curate in Cavan Parish and Father John Maguire recalled from Birmingham to take over as Diocesan Examiner. Father Jimmy’s last public function was to celebrate Mass In the Cathedral following the evening Centenary Procession of Our Lady of Lourdes from the Poor Clare Convent in which over 2,000  participated on a beautiful crisp Spring evening . Father P J Gargan assisted in the distribution of Holy Communion while Bishop Quinn imparted Benediction and Father AB McGrath accompanied the Cathedral Choir on the organ closing with the French National Anthem in honour of Our Lady Bernadette and Lourdes. The CYMS were in charge of the stewarding.

Phil Gargan ‘Ritz Bar’ sells a winning ticket drawing ‘Moston Lake’ in the forthcoming Grand National at Aintree. Among those from the area with 1/8 shares are M Smith Church Street Mrs Eddie McCormack Maghera and Arthur Tilson Swellan.

Death of Moses Allison Kilmore who was extremely popular and industrious known throughout a wide area. Survived by his brother nephews and nieces. Funeral from Kilmore Cathedral to  Kilmore cemetery.

Death of Rose Lee Drumalee. She was the mother of a very large family and was well known and highly respected throughout the area.  Survived by her husband sons daughters and relatives. Father PJ Gargan officiated at the funeral from the Cathedral to Killygarry cemetery.

13^th Annual Drama Festival with Tom Fitzpatrick Chairman  Nellie McIntyre Secretary Leo Keogan Treasurer and PJ O Connor .

Adjudicator.

CYMS Whist Top Score Joe Brady 1^st Lady Mrs F Leonard 2^nd Mrs P Sloan and Mary McGovern tie. 1^st Gent Packy Gilchreest 2^nd Eugene Reilly and Packy Newman tie. Best last quarter Mrs K Smith.

April 5^th 1958  Sean Brady Drumsilla Tullyvin is electrocuted as he extends the line at Munelta Stradone for the Rural Electrification Scheme where he worked with the ESB as a Linesman. He was dead on admission to Cavan Surgical Hospital.

Saint Columb’s College Derry are the winners of the premier award the Dr Lyons Cup at Cavan Drama Festival where 18 English and 6 Irish plays were staged with audiences down on the high of previous years due in part to the increasing number of householders in the area now having television sets and the absence from the programme of any major groups from the Cavan area. Damien Dillon son of Mollie and Leonard Dillon Bridge Street and a member of Aisteoiri De La Salle who recently won the Teelin Cup in the All Ireland Drama Festival in Dungannon  won the Gold medal for his d  playing of ‘An Doctor’ in ‘Na Boithre’. Best Actress Mary Henry Saint Columb’s Derry, Best Actor Gerry Wickham Castle Players Castleblayney, Best Producer Jack Gallagher Saint Columb’s Derry.

Death after a long  illness on Saturday at her residence of Mary McKenna relict of the late EJ McKenna Draper and Outfitter Oliver Plunkett Street. She was known and respected over a wide area and was very  religious and charitable. Father AB McGrath officiated at the funeral from the Cathedral to Ballyconnell cemetery.

Pictured are the famous Des Jenkins Orchestra with Brendan Jenkins Crooner Paddy Duffy Alto Sax Peter Smith Tenor Sax Tom McCusker Piano Patsy Smith Trumpet Eamonn Donohoe Alto Sax Tommy O Donnell Drums Leo Ronan Double Bass and Des Jenkins Accordion and vocals.

Death of Patrick McCahill Farmer Drumelis and native of Drumeagle Crosserlough. He took an active part in the War of Independence being Adjutant Crosserlough Battalion IRA . He later attained the rank of Captain and was a Clerk at the old Sinn Fein Courts. During the Emergency he was a Cmdt in the FCA. Noted horseman he was a jockey who won several point to point races. He is survived by his wife 3 brothers Philip Birmingham John J London and James in the USA and 2 sisters Sister Collette Convent of Mercy Scotland and Sister Mary Anastasia Convent of Mercy Dakota USA. The coffin was draped in the tricolour while a Guard of Honour of Old IRA veterans flanked the hearse from the Cathedral. Three volleys of shots were discharged and the Last Post sounded at the interment in Crosserlough cemetery where Father PJ Gargan CC officiated.

Death of Philip Smith Drumcrave after a short illness at an early age. Very popular and industrious . Father A B McGrath officiated at the largely attended funeral from the Cathedral to Cullies cemetery.

April 19^th 1958 Corlurgan National School is burnt to the ground with the loss of furniture fittings and invaluable school records. Cavan Fire Brigade on the scene after the alarm was raised at 2 AM by a passer by who spotted a blaze at a chimney to the side of the building . Despite gallant efforts and hindered by a lack of a water supply  having to resort to their 10,000 gallon emergency tank the Brigade were unable to bring the fire under control and all that was left was the shell of the old 2  storey building .

Tragic death of Declan O Reilly age 1 ½ year 79 Main Street following an accident near  his home at 1 p m on Thursday. Only child of Sean and Mrs O Reilly Declan was outside his father’s busy Veterinary premises at 79 Main Street when he dashed across the road from behind a number of parked vehicles and was struck by a passing lorry driven by Colm Smith Mineral Waters and Bottlers Farnham Road. Declan was pronounced dead on admission to Cavan Surgical Hospital.

The All Ireland Fleadh Cheoil Na hEireann will take place in Longford Town at Whit this year.

Sudden death of Jim Maguire Hackney Car operator 71 Main Street. Native of Tullyco Jim was of tall strong athletic build and was a noted gaelic footballer for his native Tullyco and later with his equally well endowed brother Tom they starred for Cavan Slashers winning a number of Senior Championships in the mid 1920s. Originally a Bread Salesman Jim knew all the small shops throughout the area and delivered bread for many of the Cavan based Bakeries including Louis Blessing’s who operated from a premises at the Arch. A bird fancier of note Jim kept canaries gold finches  and larks at his premises and during the Summer months the early morning in upper Main Street was filled with the celestial sound of bird song. His death at the early age of 55 removes one of Cavan’s truly great characters and gentlemen. Survived by his wife Margaret Nee Elliott sons Alo and Paddy daughters Mona Carmel Gretta Anita and Madeline . Father Joe Dolan Adm officiated at the funeral from a packed Cathedral to Killygarry cemetery with the  hears stopping in salute outside Jim’s premises in Upper Main Street.

Michael Connolly MPSI son of Thomas J and Mary Connolly MPSI  Church Street and 58 Main Street marries Teresa Kelly SRN daughter of the late James and Mrs Kelly New Road Bailieboro at a glittering ceremony in the Cathedral. Bridesmaids were Bernadette Kelly and Mary Connolly sisters of the Bride and Groom and the Best Man was Thomas A ‘Toggy’ Connolly while the Groomsman was Brendan Kelly . Father Michael McCabe was the chief celebrant assisted by Father James J O Reilly PP Bailieboro and former Adm Cavan while Father A B McGrath was on the Organ.

Cardinal James Dalton celebrates the Golden Jubilee of his ordination in Rome on April 18^th 1908. Prayers are offered for the intentions of the Cardinal in the Cathedral and all other churches in the Diocese.

April 26^th 1958 John Little with an address at 21 Bridge Street is charged with offences against the State Act 1939 with having in his possession a Uzi Submachine Gun revolvers ammunition and explosives with intent to endanger life. Giving evidence were Teresa O Connor who said that “she ran a boarding house at 20 and 21 Bridge Street along with her mother Mary Cassidy and that John Little had been a guest for the last 7 years. The house was being renovated following an explosion in the premises in 1956 and it was during these renovations that  the weaponry had been located in an attic adjacent to John Little’s quarters”. Garda William Gaffey gave evidence of searching a garage which John Little used and finding in a shoe box documents incriminating John Little as a member of the IRA. John Little totally refuted all charges and said that he never saw the weaponry or the documents before and there were many people coming and going over the years and the stuff could be belong to any number of people. Justice Lavery having heard all the evidence at Cavan District Court sentenced John Little Plumber Cavan to 6 months in jail.

Michael ‘Mickey’ Walsh is the outstanding star for Drumalee as they defeat their hosts Redhills by 1-6 to 0-3 in the 1^st round of the Cavan Junior Championship. Drumalee had the advantage of the strong wind in the first half and led by 1-4 to Redhills’ Nil at half time but in the second half the roles were reversed but Drumalee defence were resolute allowing Redhills only 3 points while scoring 2 points themselves. Scorers for Drumalee Michael Walsh 1-4 Donie Fay and Tommy Molloy 0-1 each.

May 3rd^h 1958 John McGinnity is pictured with a large number of pilgrims flying out from Dublin to Lourdes on the first Cavan trip for Centenary Year. John states that he is organising several more such trips this year.

Death of Mary ( Molly) Nulty Rathcorrick. Her brother died only 2 weeks ago and she was a highly respected and well known member of the Community.  She is survived by  her husband Patrick sons and daughters. Funeral from the Cathedral to Killygarry cemetery.

BD Aherne Manager Provincial Bank Cavan who was a leading member of Cavan Chamber of Commerce and County Cavan Golf Club is transferred on promotion to Templemore Count Tipperary. He is replaced in Cavan by Gordon McNeill Ross former Manager of the Provincial Bank in Kilkenny.

Death of Edward McIntyre Corlurgan a highly respected resident . Father P J Gargan officiated at the funeral from the Cathedral to Drumavaddy cemetery.

Dorothy Smith Farnham Street is elected for a three year term 1958-1961 as President of the National Council of the Irish Countrywomen’s Association (ICA). Dorothy was a founding member of the Cavan Guild in 1953 and was a member of the National Executive. She is sister of PN Smith Solicitor Farnham Street. Dorothy is an active member of Cavan Bridge Club and County Cavan Golf Club.

Death of Emily Brady EDEM at a young age at Our Lady of Lourdes Hospital Drogheda . She was an employee of McCarren and Company and had been only married recently to  her husband Bernard Pig Dealer 5 Coleman Road. Member of the Gauthier family Military Row she was extremely popular. Huge turn out to meet the hearse with a Guard of Honour from her colleagues in McCarren’s who also helped to carry the coffin. Father AB McGrath officiated at the funeral from the Cathedral to Killoughter cemetery.

Death of Thomas Fay 10 College Street at Leopardstown Hospital. Veteran of First World War where he fought for the British Army. Survived by his sons daughters relatives and many friends. Funeral from the Cathedral to Cullies cemetery.

New Handball Board fail to elect a Chairman at their inaugural meeting. Vice Chairman Mel Lynch Lacken Secretary John Maguire Mullahoran and Treasurer Tony Donohoe Mullahoran.

Death of Margaret Carroll in London. Native of College Street Margaret emigrated to Scotland some years ago but in recent years she was domiciled in London. Survived in Cavan by her sisters and brothers.

Bishop of Kilmore Rt Rev CJ Tyndall DD assisted by Archdeacon WH Shire BA confirms 53 boys and girls in Cavan Parish Church where  the Parish Choir were in attendance with Mrs Daniels on the organ.

Wedding in the Cathedral of Saints Patrick and Phelim of Michael McDermott son of Mr and Mrs G McDermott Lakeview Terrace to Mary Ross Drumm daughter of Mrs T Lynch and the late Thomas Drumm Tullac Mongan. Father P J Gargan celebrated the Nuptial Mass and imparted the Papal Blessing while Charlie McGriskin was on the Organ. Two of Mary’s sisters perished in the Poor Clare Convent Fire of February 1943.

Death of Helena O Hanlon 29 Addison Road Fairview Dublin. She was a sister of the late JJ McGuiness long time Town Clerk Cavan and was married to Joe a brother of John F O Hanlon late Managing Director of The Anglo Celt. Rev J Duggan CSSP Kimmage Manor officiated at the funeral to Glasnevin cemetery.

May 10^th 1958 Gerry Kelly Connolly Street and Anglo Celt a member and past Chairman of Cavan Urban Council catches  a beautiful brown trout weighing 4 lbs 5 ½ ozs at Legwee Bridge adjacent to Brady’s . Gerry was accompanied by his good friend Mick Smyth 60 Main Street and was using a worm as a bait. Gerry is a former outstanding footballer with Cavan Slashers winning County Senior Championship medals in 1917 and again in 1924 and 1925 when he was partnered on the team by  his brothers Tom and Fred.

Death of Mary Sheridan widow of Patrick Creighan at an advanced age. She was mother of the famous Patrick Sheridan who played for the old Cavan team before departing for America some years ago. Survived by her sons daughter and other relatives. Funeral from the Cathedral to Drumavaddy.

Philip P A Smith becomes a Pharmacist LSPI . He is son of the late Matt Smith executive officer Cavan County Council and nephew of Bridie M Smith Historian and a former member of the Anglo Celt staff who died some few years ago. Philip Smith has been attached to Roche’s Stores Dublin for the last five years.

Dancing Deck at Lisreagh is being well supported each Tuesday and Thursday night when the happy revellers can dance the night away to the music of the  ‘Five Star Ceilidhe Band’. The Deck will be operational for the rest of the Summer.

May 17^th1958 Drumalee continue their unbeaten run in the Junior Championship beating Cornafean 0-6 to 0-3 at Drumalee. Scorers for Drumalee Donie Fay 0-3 Mickey Walsh 0-2 and Paddy Smith 0-1 while Butlersbridge account for Templeport 2-6 to 0-4 at Butlersbridge.

Two branches of the Patrician Society continue to meet in the Temperance Hall with recent papers read by Maire Maloney ‘The Devil’ Sarah Cullen ‘Youth’ Michael McCabe ‘Can We Be Saints’ Bill Henry ‘Catholic Action’ Mr Bonzer Latt ‘Communism’ Pat Smith ‘Is the Church a Killjoy’ Carmel McDonald ‘ Good Citizenship’ and Mr Gear ‘Lost Opportunity’ !

Three year old Desmond Donohoe Abbey Street is pictured with 2 magnificent brown trout weighing 3 lbs and 3 lb 10 ozs which his father caught during the Open Angling Competition on Lough Sheelin when father Phil was crowned Supreme Angler with competitors from all over Ireland and the United Kingdom participating.

May 24^th 1958 The Central Statistics Office report that the population of the Republic of Ireland is now 2,885,000. During the year 1957 there were 14,423 marriages 61,286 births and 34,308 deaths

Drumalee score 4 in a row unbeaten run in the Cavan Junior League this time locals Cavan Gaels were the vanquished in a merited 3-3 to 0-2 victory at Breffni Park where conditions were deplorable with heavy rain falling throughout on the small crowd and the players got it very hard to come to grips with the slippery ball. Drumalee led by 1-2 to 0-1 at the interval with the Drumalee goal scored by veteran Mickey Walsh in the very first minute while the Gaels scored through former Harps great Tom McNamara. Mickey Walsh made the game safe for an impressive Drumalee with a fisted goal late in the 2^nd half.

De La Salle Flagelot Band lead the entire school in parade to the Cathedral of Saints Patrick and Felim where Father Joe Dolan Adm officiated at the Mass to honour the patron Saint De La Salle. Sacred Music was rendered by the School Choir with Father AB McGrath on the organ. The ceremony ended with the congregation singing ‘Saint De La Salle Our Dearest Father’ Afterwards the boys were treated to sweets biscuits and minerals in the school and given a free day.

Matthew McKenna is appointed Postmaster of his native Monaghan town. He was Overseer in Cavan and later Postmaster in Kells before his present appointment.

Rory O Connor takes over as Manager Cavan Social Welfare Farnham Street where he replaces Richard Curran who is taking up a similar position in the Carlow office. Rory was formerly Clerical Officer in Drogheda.

Una Smith wife of Dr FPE Smith wins the Open competition and Dr Lyons Cup` at County Cavan Golf Club 2^nd was Rita O Reilly Cavan while 3^rd was  Mrs O Flynn Monaghan. The prizes were presented at a pleasant Social by Maureen McDonald Captain . 29 competitors took part in the competition played in atrocious weather conditions.

May 30^th 1958 Over 20,000 attend the All Ireland Fleadh Cheoil in Longford town where the Fleadh “was smiled on by the sun as well as the gentle Spring rain which fell lightly on competitors and spectators alike”. The Fleadh was  opened by Dr Brian Galligan President Comalthas Ceolteoiri Eireann.

1^st annual Dinner of Cavan’s  new dancing club sees the Chairman Dr Brian Galligan making a presentation to Sean Woods who supplied the music all season and Seamus De Faoite who was the teacher and instructor. Father Patrick Gaffney President Saint Patrick’s College addressed the guests while  Mick Quigley was Fear an Tighe at the Fior Ceilidhe that followed the Dinner in the Ulster Arms.

Weekly bus leaving the Dexta each Sunday of the Season for Bundoran fare single 12/6 while under 14 half price.

Cavan Show Committee 1958 President PN Smith Vice President Lord Farnham Treasurer Alfred Myles Smith and Secretary RS Black.

Nancy O Neill daughter of John and Mrs O Neill Bridge Street marries Patrick Brady son of Mr and Mrs James Brady Drumaran Ballyhaise in Saint Anthony’s Church Brooklyn where Solemn Nuptial Mass was celebrated by Father Dallagher.

June 7^th 1958 Pictured is the Corpus Christi Procession as it ends with Benediction at the Cathedral on a beautiful sunny Thursday evening where hundreds gathered after walking around the flower bedecked town where the National and Papal flags flew from every building . Guards of Honour for the Blessed Sacrament provided by the Garda in procession and Boy Scouts at the Cathedral where Bishop Quinn was assisted by Fathers Joe Dolan Adm and P J Gargan while Father AB McGrath was in charge of the Cathedral Choir who rendered sacred music at both the procession and at the Cathedral. Teddy McCormack sounded the salute on the bugle at the Benediction while members of Cavan CYMS provided the stewards for a splendidly organised procession.

Over 20,000 buy the Anglo Celt each week which is read by 60,000 readers

Newly formed Cavan Shamrocks a little out of their depth in the 1^st Round of the Duncan Cup in Clones when they are well beaten by 5 goals to 2. Goals by Willie Corr in the second half ensured that the newly formed Cavan outfit gave a much better account of themselves in the 2^nd half with Jimmy Stafford a  native of Drogheda and shop assistant in McDonnell’s 61 Main Street outstanding in defence clearing three certain goals off the Shamrock’s line with goalkeeper Gerry Maguire beaten. Cavan Shamrocks Gerry Maguire J Storey Jimmy Stafford Andy McGahon J McDwyer Michael Jermyn Willie Corr Martin Storey Andy Mohan and Gene Cullivan. The referee was M Brannigan Clones.

Anna Mae Duffy only daughter of Paddy and Mrs Duffy Owen Roe Terrace is awarded a 5 year scholarship at Loreto College. Anna Mae is a pupil of the Poor Clare Convent Cavan.

June 14^th 1958 Pictured are the students who organised the Saint Patrick’s College Cavan Sports Eugene McKiernan Oliver Haslett Noel Martin Kevin Clancy Noel Donohoe Eddie McLoughlin and Tadhg McCarthy. Winners 100 Yards Aidan Harte 2^nd Brendan Young 440 Yards James F McCabe 2^nd Brendan Young 3^rd Sean Flood Mile Peter Paul O Reilly 2^nd Joe O Hanlon High Jump Aidan Harte Long Jump PC Lynch. Day Boys Bicycle Race 1^stJohn English 2^nd Terry Brady and 3^rd Tommy Monaghan.  Best all round athlete Aidan Harte. Starting Handicap Francis J O Brien and Jim McGovern Laragh.

Death of Susan Hyland Pullamore widow of the late John Hyland. Survived by her sons daughters relatives and friends. Father Patrick J McManus CC officiated at the largely attended  funeral from Saint Brigid’s Church Killygarry to the adjoining cemetery.

JP Malone gives a ‘Roy of the Rovers’ display leading the Saint Felim’s Boys School forward line in their 8-5 to 1-2 victory over Saint Patrick’s Castletara helping himself to 5-4 of the total . The game was played in atrocious weather conditions at Breffni Park. Saint Felim’s led by 4-2 to 0-1 at the interval.

Dr FPE Smith is the first winner of the Breifne Shield presented by Harry O Connell to County Cavan Golf Club 2^nd was Michael O Sullivan Munster and Leinster Bank and the prizes were presented to the winners by Tom Hickey Captain and Dermot Morgan Secretary.

Frank Fitzpatrick Military Row Ticket Checker and James McGahern Signalman are made a presentation by their colleagues on the occasion of their retirement from Cavan Railway Station. Incredibly the 2 men started work on the same day the  18^th January 1909. Frank still retains the letter of appointment from GNR.

Death of Thomas O Reilly Derrycramph. He was a most professional popular shoemaker by trade. Funeral Service from Kilmore Cathedral to Kilmore cemetery.

June 21^st Larry G O Reilly Loughduff County Cavan is voted in as a Rate Collector by Cavan County Council  beating Mickey O Brien Killynebber 13 votes to 12 for the position.

Death of Thomas Gaffney Lisreagh and Glencurran. He resided with his sister Mrs Eddied Galligan since he returned from the USA  two years ago. Survived by his sisters and other relatives. Funeral from the Cathedral to Drumavaddy.

Cavan draw with Monaghan in a boring poorly contested game in the 1^st Round of the Ulster Senior Championship in Clones 7 points all before an attendance of 7,500. Cavan led by 6 points to 4 at the interval. Scorers for Cavan Brian Gallagher 0-4 Jim Meehan 0-2 and Charlie Gallagher 0-1. The replay is fixed for Breffni Park on June 29^th 1958.

Frank Reilly Pig Dealer 85 Church Street is knocked down by a car adjacent to his home.  Later he is removed to Cavan Surgical Hospital where his condition is described as comfortable.

As the rain continued to bucket down in Cavan the Girls Club on their annual outing to Bray are met by warm bright sunshine. They left town at 9.0 am and returned from Bray at 11.00 pm after one of the most enjoyable outings ever.

John Clarke Permanent Way Ganger with CIE  Railways is made a presentation by his colleagues family and friends as he retires after 40 years distinguished service.

Imre Nagy former Hungarian Prime Minister and leader of the 1956 Revolution against the Communists is tried and  hung in secret by the Russians.

 

June 28^th 1958 Michael Young Ashe Street is elected Chairman of Cavan Urban Council . Michael at just 29 years of age is the youngest ever Chairman of the Council and was proposed fro the position by Gerry Kelly seconded by Robbie Simpson. Johnny Walshe was re elected Vice Chairman.

Excellent Cavan Minor performance ousts Donegal in the Ulster Minor Championship by 2-7 to 2-6. Cavan were cruising when Donegal struck with two late goals to set up a grandstand finish to a thrilling encounter. Cavan W Murphy Fintan McKiernan S Soraghan E McGennis M Lynch P Maguire Tony Morris Seamus McMahon Tommy Smith Mullahoran Packy McGovern B Garry Padraic Boyle Tom Sheridan Butlersbridge B O Reilly and Brian Sherlock. Sub Kevin Blessing .

Cavan Shamrocks bounce back from their recent  defeat in the Duncan Cup to trash Chapel Street 6-0 in the Longford Leader 7 a side tournament in Longford. Scorers for Cavan Jim Kelly 2 Gene Cullivan 2 Michael Jermyn and Andy McGahon 1 goal each.

Ina Furlong Bank of Ireland Cavan is being transferred to the Arklow Branch of the Bank after serving Cavan Players and the Pavilion Musical Society in leading roles over the last 2 ½ years. Ina was made a presentation  by her colleagues in the Bank and later that evening Eugene Monaghan made the presentation on behalf of the Cavan Players at a very enjoyable function in the Railway Hotel.

John Maguire Saint Patrick’s Terrace Cavan passes out as a member of an Garda Siochana at a glittering ceremony at the Garda Depot in the Phoenix Park. John is now stationed at Clontarf Garda Station and is the 3^rd member of  his family to become a member of the Force following in the footsteps of his brother Peter and of course his father Garda John Maguire.

Margaret English is pictured with her niece Valerie McCarren whom she beat in the Final of the Farnham Cup at County Cavan Golf Club where there were 64 entries for the competition.  

July 5^th 1958 Dan McDonald Fianna Fail is elected Chairman of Cavan County Council after serving a year as Vice Chairman.

Elizabeth Mooney Wolfe Tone Street a member of the Cosgrove School of Dancing wins the Cavan Dancing Championship at the Feis in Ballyjamesduff.

Another draw in Cavan and Monaghan saga in the Ulster Senior Championship at Breffni Park with the two teams locked at 1-5 each after 60 minutes. The pitch was invaded and a hordes of Cavan supporters threatened to beat up the referee after he controversially dismissed Paddy Tavey for an innocuous challenge. Referee Liam Friel was eventually  escorted by both Cavan and Monaghan supporters to the  sanctuary of his dressing room where he refused to re enter the pitch and play the stipulated extra time. In another twist to the saga the crowd were left in total confusion and the game ended in disarray owing to the lack of a Public Address System. For economic reasons it was cancelled before the throw in even though the operators of the System Michael Smyth and Tommy O Donnell were in attendance as previously arranged . In another twist despite the continuing bombing and trouble in the North and the difficulty experienced by Southern motorists, the Ulster Council decided to fix the 3^rd Replay for Roger Casement Park Belfast. The GAA were also faced with a new challenge when thousands wisely stayed at home to watch the epic World Cup Final where Brazil beat Sweden 5-2 in a wonderful display of Samba football.

Kathleen Sullivan wins the Captain’s Maureen McDonald’s Prize at County Cavan Golf Club. The two ladies are best friends and next door neighbours and are outstanding Whist players. Valerie McCarren was 2^nd and Muriel Doherty was 3^rd.

Death of James Smith Ashe Street at Saint Phelim’s Hospital after a long illness borne with courage and fortitude. He was one of Cavan’s leading tailors and worked up to a short time ago. Survived by his wife Alice sons Tommy and Jackie and daughter Betty. Father P J Gargan officiated at  the funeral from the Cathedral of Saints Patrick and Felim to Killygarry cemetery.

Death of Catherine ‘Katey’ Donohoe 30 College Street at Saint Phelim’s Hospital. Member of an old respected Cavan family Katey was know for her charity and great good humour. Funeral from the Cathedral to Killygarry cemetery.

Francis Dwane youngest son of former Postmaster David T Dwane who retired as Postmaster in 1948 and is now living in Limerick qualifies as a Medical Doctor at UCD.

First new spuds of the Season are dug by Cavan UDC representative Joe McGovern in his extensive gardens at 77 Church Street. Joe planted the tubers in April.

New record blood donations at Cavan Blood Transfusion in the Protestant Hall when 373 pints of blood are donated. Last year only 282 pints were donated and the previous record was 372.

July 12^th 1958 Scintillating display by Cavan as they beat lack lustre Monaghan 0-14-1-6 at

Casement Park Belfast. Cavan blew Monaghan off the pitch and were leading by 10 points with only 12 minutes left but Monaghan awoke from their deep slumber to score a goal and 2 points before Cavan had the last 2 points of the game to qualify to meet Derry in the Ulster Senior Semi Final at Saint Tiernach’s Park Clones next Sunday. Cavan led by 0-8 to 0-1 at half time. Scorers for Cavan Brian Gallagher 0-6 Charlie Gallagher 0-4 Kieran McIntyre 0-2 and Victor Sherlock 0-1.Referee M McCardle Louth.

Farewell to one of Cavan’s most distinguished citizens William Browne MA who has been appointed Professor at The Holy Ghost College Blacrock Dublin. Professor at Saint Patrick’s College he is a much loved character and gave distinguished service to Cavan Red Cross where he was Area Organiser. Outstanding member of Cavan Bridge Club where his agile brain was always to  the fore in making the best of whatever he was dealt. Founder member of Cavan CYMS in 1936 for many years he acted as Secretary and was always to the fore in giving a hand at stewarding at the big Church occasions around the Cathedral. He was a founder member and  frequent  Recitalist at Cavan Gramophone Society. He was appointed Professor in Saint Patrick’s College in 1929. He has two sons Patrick and Brendan and is a native of Belfast where his parents ran a Docklands Pub but were burnt out during the vicious pogrom against the Catholic population in 1920 .Dr PJ Watters made the presentation on behalf of the Red Cross While Jim Leonard presented on  behalf of the Bridge Club and Nellie McIntyre on behalf of Cavan Drama Festival.

Over 300 pilgrims on annual Legion of Mary Pilgrimage to Knock with over 30 invalids on board the CIE train. They alighted at Ballyhaunis to be transported by bus to Knock and arrived in good time for the 4.30 pm Mass.

Thomas George Corrigan South Circular Road Dublin is  ordained by Bishop CJ Tyndall assisted by Archdeacon HW Shire MA in Cavan Parish Church. The Special Preacher was WCJ Proctor Harold’s Cross. Rev Corrigan is assigned to Drung Parish.

Father Patrick Ruddy is spending his annual  holiday with his father and mother Mr and Mrs Phil Ruddy Bridge Street.

Death of Eileen Walsh 8 Silichester Park Glenageary Dublin  in Belfast City Hospital. She was wife of Thomas K Walsh formerly Church Street Chief Reporter with the Anglo Celt. She was a most popular resident  and lived in Cavan for over 40 years. Survived by her son Stephen B Walsh Editorial Staff Irish Independent daughters Mrs A S Pagett and Mrs William Smith Glenageary. Funeral took place from Saint Bridget’s Church Belfast to Cullies cemetery.

July 19^th 1958 Tommy Aylmer is appointed the new Superintendent in Ballyhaise Agricultural College replacing Dan O Brien who held the post for the last 6 years. Tommy is aged 35 and a native of Tullamore. Educated at the CBS Tullamore Abbott College Glasnevin and UCD where he took his BSc in 1948. He was later appointed Agricultural Officer in Cavan and is a former playing member of Cavan Slashers and a prominent member of County Cavan Golf Club.

July 19^th 1958 Philip McDonald and Sons Main Street Cavan celebrate the 75^th Anniversary of their establishment by 25 year old Philip McDonald in 1883 who adopted the slogan ‘small profits large turnover’. He was a young man with considerable ability and drive and quickly built up a very strong loyal customer base where the name Philip McDonald was synonymous with quality and value. He later transferred to a larger premises buying the leasehold from John Dayell 21 Main Street. Such was his fame and respect that he was appointed a Justice of the Peace in 1902 but resigned that honour in 1922 as a protest against the outrageous behaviour of the Black and Tans. He was later appointed a Justice of the Peace by the new Free State Government. The Business continued to thrive with the addition of Wholesale facilities and he was succeeded after his death in 1933 by his son Philip who continued the family tradition of purchasing large amounts at bargain prices selling them on at a reasonable profit. So successful was Philip 2 that out of his large profits he purchase one of Cavan’s most prestigious residences Tower Hamlet formerly the residence of Doctor Clarke. Philip died at Christmas 1949 and the business continued in the capable hands of his wife and family.

Cavan are well beaten in the Ulster Semi Final by a fitter more skilful Derry team 4-7 to 3-6 at Saint Tiernach’s Park in Clones. Cavan got off to a flying start and led a very hesitant Derry team by 1-2 to Nil when Derry got a few strokes of luck and with Jim McKeever and Sean O Connell supreme began to outplay Cavan in almost all sectors of the pitch and were ahead at the interval by 2-4 to 1-3 for Cavan. The Derry team took off where they left off in the second half and only two late goals and a fine rally by Cavan in the closing stages closed the  deficit to 4 points.

P McConighey wins the Captain’s Tom Hickey’s Prize at Count Cavan Golf Club with Fintan Cooney 2^nd and Jack Binchey winning the Gross.

Junior Championship thriller in Breffni Park as Drumalee and Butlersbridge end all square after 60 minutes but Man of the Match Ken Browne struck with a goal and  a point and Con Smith with a point in the second period of extra time to send the  fancied Bridge through to the closing stages of the championship. Terry Smith Aidan Foynes Kevin Smith Con Smith and Tom Sheridan were the outstanding stars for the winners.

Cavan receives 187 marks out of a possible 300 achieving a surprising ‘Very Good’ in the Bord Failte Tidy Towns competition which they entered for the very first time.

Peter Paul ‘Pete’ Smith along with his sister Winifred Smith are spending a holiday with their brother Hugh L, Eileen and Josie in the Courthouse where they were all born and reared . Pete work with Blue Cross Insurance in New York and was a former star handballer and footballer with Cavan Slashers.

Valerie McCarren and E Kirwin win the President’s Prize Surgeon B T Cullen’s at County Cavan Golf Club.

August 2^nd 1958 Michael and Betty Breslin Coleman Road seriously injured in a serious head on collision on the main Drogheda Dublin Road after attending the wedding of Michael’s nephew. Michael is described as comfortable but Betty is critical when enquiries were made at Our Lady of Lourdes Hospital Drogheda.

Mr Somerville the owner and builder of Athbara House was the first owner of 1D 1 the first registered motor car in Cavan. Other notable inclusions are James S Mullery with 1D 4 and Mrs LCP Smith 1D 6 .

Pavilion Lawn Tennis Championships Brendan Browne Booterstown beats Eamonn Marron Cavan 6-3 6-2 in the Youth’s Open Final where there was an entry of 16. Later Brendan beat M Flanagan Virginia 2-6 6-4 6-4 to win the Under 18 Championship. Gertie McDonald wins the Girls Under 21 Championship  beating  Miss B Moore Virginia 7-5 6-1 in a competition where there were 12 entries while B Moore exacted revenge by beating Miriam Hunt 6-4 7-5 in the Girls Under 18 Final and there were 8 entries. Timothy Beggs and Miss Maguire Virginia beat the favourites Brendan Browne and Miriam Hunt 6-2 6-1 in the Senior Mixed Doubles Final, in a competition in which there were 20 entries.

Crafty Down powered by the McRory Cup winning team of Abbey CBS  Newry blitz Cavan  3-8 to 3-1 in the Ulster Minor Football Final in Clones. Down were much sharper at midfield and their forwards were adept at taking their chances from all angles when presented. Cavan were ‘second fiddle’  all through to a slick fast Down team who gave a superb performance of skill and ball control to easily account for a most disappointing Cavan team. Down were powered by the brilliance of Sean and Kevin  O Neill stars of the McRory Cup winning team of Abbey CBS but the rest of the Down Minor team were not to make the breakthrough at Senior ranks. Cavan have not won the Ulster Minor Championship since winning the All Ireland Minor title in 1938. Over 550 people travelled on the last steam special from Cavan on GNR with the train returning to Portadown immediately after the game. Cavan Minors P McManus Blacklion Fintan McKiernan Templeport S Soraghan Corlesmore E McGennis Cootehill Tony Morris Lough Gown Seamus McMahon Kill Captain B Moore Kingscourt Tommy Smith Mullahoran Bernie O Reilly Drumlane Brian Sherlock Cootehill B Garry Castlerahan Padraic Boyle Crosserlough Tom Sheridan Butlersbridge P McGovern Swanlinbar Kevin Blessing Cootehill. In a desperately disappointing Senior Final Derry were much superior to a very disappointing Down term1-11 to 2-4. The Oak Leaf County were winning their 1^st ever Ulster Final while Down had never played in an Ulster Final before and were overcome by stage fright.

Lieutenant Brian Corr Farnham Street son of Mr and Mrs Barney Corr Dentist Cavan receives his ‘Wings’ from Colonel P Quinn Officer in Charge of the Irish Air Corps at Baldonnel. Later he was presented with the Fainne by Leon O Dubhaill Conradh Na Gaeilge.

Rose Marie Donoghue daughter of Charles J and Mrs O Donoghue is awarded a 3 year Scholarship by Cavan County Council. Marie is  presently a pupil at Saint Joseph’s Secondary School Newtownforbes to where she also received a Scholarship.

For the Ulster Final GNR run their last steam train to Clones with 389 boarding at Cavan 65 in Ballyhaise and 43 in Redhills . After the game the train returned to Portadown and all trains from Cavan in future will be run by CIE using diesel.

Death of Mary Keyes an old respected resident and native of Tullac Mongan. She was known for her Christian virtues and charity. Father Joe Dolan Adm officiated at the largely attended funeral from the Cathedral to Cullies.

Maisie Magee is the winner of the Ladies’ Captains Prize at County Cavan Golf Club. The President Dorie Smith is pictured presenting her prize with Airmid O Hanlon 2^nd and Muriel Doherty Best Gross.

August 9^th 1958 Greatest mile race ever run with 4 men beating John Landy’s record of 3.338.5 including the winner Herb Elliott

Australia who ‘scorched’ around the new track at Morton Stadium in an incredible 3.54.5 to shave a full 4 seconds off the record before an ecstatic crowd of 25,000 crammed into the small Morton Stadium in Santry Dublin. 2nd was Merv Lincoln also from Australia in 3.55.9 3^rd Olympic Champion Ronnie Delaney 3.57.5 with Murray Halberg New Zealand credited with the same time in 4^th position while Albert Thomas the World 3 Mile Record Holder in 5^th place recording 3.58.6. The unbeaten Herb Elliott described the conditions as’ perfect’ and thanked the crowd for the encouragement and enthusiasm which left him feeling no nerves or tension before ‘the perfect mile race’.

Crosserlough qualify for their 1^st Senior Championship since 1919 beating the holders Bailieborough Shamrock 3-4 to 0-4 at Breffni Park. They will now play the winner of the Cavan Gaels Cootehill Semi Final. Man of the Match was Peter Donohoe who is determined to win a County Championship with his  native Crosserlough. John Sheridan Killinkere was referee.

Christy Donegan an 18 year old youth from Emmett Place is knocked down on the Cathedral Road by a car driven by Jim Rafter. Both the car and the bicycle which Christy was riding were severely damaged but Christy was released from Cavan Surgical Hospital with non serious leg injuries.

Teresa Gaffney Acres daughter of Mr and Mrs Thomas Gaffney Acres is conferred with her SRN at Saint Catherine’s Hospital Birkenhead.

Patrick Lee eldest son of Phil and Ellen Lee Ashe Street secures a Scholarship to Saint Patrick’s College taking 2^nd place in the Scholarship Examination. Patsy is  a pupil of the De La Salle School Cavan.

Accident and Emergency Unit at Cavan Surgical Hospital did not treat one patient or casualty over the entire period of the August Bank Holiday.

August 16^th 1958 Bishop Quinn calls for prayers to be recited for good weather at all Masses in the Diocese until the end of October as the country experience the worst Summer on record with fears expressed for the saving of the Harvest.

Crosserlough captained by Noel Reilly win their 1^st ever Senior League title beating Bailieborough 2-6 to 1-2 in the Final at Breffni Park. Their last Senior League title was Division 2 Senior League 1927.

Cavan Gaels and Cootehill draw 2-8 to Cootehill’s 1-11 in a thrilling encounter before a large vociferous crowd in the Senior Championship Semi Final at Virginia. The Gaels led by 1-6 to 0-3 at the interval but the genius and brilliance of the Gallagher brothers and Gerry Keyes soon had Cootehill all square in the second half. The referee was Phil ‘Gunner Brady who handled the  game expertly in his fist season as a knight of the whistle !

Death of Mary Coyle wife of Ned Postman Mons Terrace in Surrey Hospital after a very severe and painful illness.  Most obliging and Christian lady her acts of kindness were legendary and she was known and respected throughout the whole area.

All 99 people aboard a Dutch  KLM Constellation flight are feared dead after the plane plunged into  the Atlantic 90 miles out of Shannon en route to New York.

Boy Scouts after spending 20 years on the West Coast return to Skerries in the East for their annual camping  holiday under Scoutmaster John Donohoe and Acting Chaplain Father Torlac O Reilly. At a ceremony in the Scout Den on Sunday night Des Lambert Anthony Jackson Fergal Moore and Terry Smith were sworn in as  Patrol Leaders.

Eamonn Mansfield BSc son of Mr and Mrs J P Mansfield County Engineer is on his way to Kenya . Eamonn is a student at Kimmage Manor Dublin.

August 23^rd 1958 Florrie Mahon Kilmore receives her SRN at a London Hospital.

Radio Brazzaville will relay both the All Ireland Senior Football and Hurling Finals to emigrants and Irish missionaries throughout the world on the Short Wave Band. Micheal O Hehir of Radio Eireann is the  commentator and will broadcast greetings to Irish people everywhere on the greatest sporting days in the Irish sporting calendar.

Death of the very popular William ‘Billie’ Allen Emmett Place at a very early age at Saint Phelim’s Hospital Cavan after a brief illness. Very popular hard working labourer his services were always in demand and he worked with all the major Cavan Contractors including Paddy Elliott Tommy McDonald Onslow Bredin and Tom McManus. He was popular with all classes and creeds Survived by his wife Nellie and 6 girls.  A short time later a son Jimmy was born. Funeral from the Cathedral which was packed to capacity for the Requiem Mass with burial in Cullies cemetery.

August 30^th 1958 Cavan Show Society who have held an unbroken series of Shows from 1900 unanimously agree to cancel this year’s event because of the dreadful persistent weather conditions that now threaten the saving of the Harvest.

Cavan Gaels beat star studded Cootehill in a dogged contest in Virginia 1-5 to 0-6 with the Gaels leading at the interval 0-4 to 0-1 where incessant rain and the greasy ball dictated tactics with the Gaels backs ensuring the town team’s entry to the Final next Sunday when they will play Crosserlough in the Final at Breffni Park. The result in Virginia was in doubt up to the final whistle with the excitement making up for the lack of quality football. The Gaels now try to emulate the feat of Cavan Slashers who beat Crosserlough in a replay in 1917 and links to the game on Sunday include Paddy Reilly father of the Crosserlough captain Noel O Reilly and Jack McConnell father of Tony who captained the Slashers to victory in 1917.

Death of Michael Donohoe College Street who was a butcher by trade at Saint Phelim’s Hospital. Survived by relatives and many friends. Father PJ Gargan CC officiated at the funeral from the Cathedral to Killygarry cemetery.

Tony Smith  Pullamore knocked down by a car travelling in the same direction towards Cavan after attending Mass in Saint Brigid’s Church Killygarry. Tony was detained in Hospital with serious injuries.

Seamus De Faoite founder of Cumainn Rinnce an Cabhain is made a presentation of a camera by the Cavan Dancing Class and Comaltas Ceolteoiri Eireann at a Social in the Town Hall by Dr Brian Galligan with over 200 present to bid farewell to the popular Seamus an employee of the Anglo Celt who is taking up a similar position in Cork.

Norma Little eldest daughter of Walter and Mary Little Lisdarn wins a five year Scholarship tenable at the Royal School Cavan.

Death of Catherine McGrath NT Manorhamilton widow of the late James McGrath MA and mother of Rev Father ABC McGrath and Sister Loreto Saint Louis Nuns Ballymena. She was the mother of 9 children-2 of whom are in religion. Bishop Austin Quinn and the Vicar General of the Diocese Monsignor Dolan PP VG Manorhamilton  were among the many priests who celebrated the funeral Mass along with the chief celebrant Rev Anthony Smith CC in Saint Clare’s Church Manorhamilton with burial afterwards in Saint Mary’s . cemetery Glenfarne.

September 6^th Cavan Gaels luck completely runs out as they crumble to a crafty Crosserlough team in the Senior Football Final before a large crowd on a beautiful day in Breffni Park. The Gaels after the Lord Abbott of Kilnacrott Father Colwell threw in the ball got off to a dream start with Jimmy Sheridan their flying centre forward scoring goals in their first two attacks in the 6^th and 7^th minute. The Gaels tacked on points by Larry Gillen from a 50 Frank Cummins and Cathal Young to lead by 2-3 to Nil after10 minutes. Sheridan was back on 15 minutes to complete his hat trick and the Gaels were coasting to their first senior Championship. Then Crosserlough moved Noel Hanley from right corner forward to centre field to curb the rampant Larry Gillen and Paddy Maguire and the whole trend of the game changed with the lightening fast Jimmy Smith matching Jimmy Sheridan and floating past the cumbersome Colm Smith at his ease. In the second half the Gaels only scored 1 point but a combination of events thwarted their efforts with Jimmy Sheridan dangerous every time he got the ball and in the latter stages he sped past Noel O Reilly to score the Gaels winning goal only for a spectator with allegiances to Crosserlough to clear the ball of the line. The inexperienced Phil Brady referee instead of awarding the Gaels the goal proceeded to hop the ball on the 14 yard line. With time almost up Peter Donohoe placed Jimmy Smith who outpaced the pedestrian Colm Smith and placed his shot well beyond the reach of the advancing Gael’s goalkeeper John O Rourke to win the Final for Crosserlough 3-7 to 3-4. The Gaels really have only themselves to blame and the side line mentors were far too inexperienced and indecisive not using any subs or making the proper switches . The forward line apart from the peerless Jimmy Sheridan and the accuracy of Cathal Young from frees was totally ineffective. While the centre field of Larry Gillen and Paddy Maguire faded substantially after the introduction of the youthful Noel Hanley who had the proverbial ‘stormer’ The backs were pedestrian and their inability to cope with the flying Jimmy ‘The Miller ‘ Smith was crucial to their loss. The intrusion of the spectator robbed the Gaels of a victory they scarcely deserved and Crosserlough after giving the town team a 9 point start just about deserved to win a thrilling sporting and highly entertaining Senior County Final.  Crosserlough Mick McInerney  Noel Lynch Noel O Reilly Captain Phil Maguire Dennis King Brian O Reilly Gerry Duffy Sean Byers Sean Lynch Hubert Gaffney Jim Smith HD Boyle Peter Donohoe and Noel Hanley. Cavan Gaels John ‘Foley’ O Rourke Colm Smith Harry Dowd John Mollaghan Paddy Lyons Jim Meehan Sean Keogan Paddy Maguire Larry Gillen Cathal Young Paddy Tavey John Lennon Johnny Burns  Jimmy Cannon Jimmy Sheridan Captain and Hughie Doonan.

Death of Mary J Power Coleman Road at her residence. She was widow of the late Jack Power the leading plumber and bathroom outfitter in Cavan who had his showroom in the window at the front of his residence. She was an extremely popular resident and practiced Christian charity and was an active member of many of the Sodalities in both the Old and  New Cathedral. Survived by her daughter Rosemary Assistant Secretary Cavan Drama Festival and her daughter Bella proprietor and leader of the famous Power School of Dancing . Mary J Power is also survived by her brothers and sister. Father P J McManus CC officiated at the large funeral in the Cathedral of Saints Patrick and Phelim to Cullies cemetery.    

Brendan Browne now living in Booterstown reaches the Quarter Final of the Irish Junior Lawn Tennis Tournament at Fitzwilliam Tennis Club. He was beaten by the defending champion and ultimate winner Atkins 6-3 3-6 6-1.

Susan  Mulvaney who emigrated to the USA 40 years ago is staying for a holiday with her relations JJ Donohoe Engineer and family Rossa Place. She has lately visited Rome and Lourdes booking with local Travel Agent John McGinnity.

September 13^th 1958 Inspector EJ O Sullivan is promoted to the rank of Superintendent Garda Siochana. Edward came to Cavan in 1955 on promotion from Dundalk as Inspector and is a native of Tullow County Carlow. Sergeant James Moriarity is transferred to Monaghan becoming Detective Sergeant in Cavan while Detective Garda Ted McCarthy is transferred to Killane County Wexford and Garda Patrick Dwyer is transferred to Belturbet while Garda Leo McGowan a native of Sligo comes to Cavan fresh from training in the Depot Phoenix Park.

Dan McCaffrey the famous Cavan All Ireland footballer and native of Stradone is leaving the Garda to take up an appointment with the United Nations Field Services in Jerusalem. The 26 year old former Garda was an outstanding member of Cavan Garda teams and is son of the late Sergeant Dan McCaffrey for many years in charge of Stradone Garda Station.

As the anniversary of the Consecration of the Cathedral fell on Sunday the 14^th September for the first time since 1947, candles were lit in the Cathedral covering all the inside of the altar rails in celebration of this historic event.

WA Ryan on 3 month holiday with Mrs M Cullen Cathedral Road from Nova Scotia. Was last here in 1954 and intends returning with friends to sample the Irish hospitality.

Bridge Club N/S Pat O Neill and Liam Bogue E/W Kathleen Sullivan and Dermot Morgan.

Tommy Aylmer off 13  wins the Book Prize presented by the Professional Phil Lawlor while Hubert Duffy was 2^nd playing off an impressive handicap of 6. Meanwhile George McClarey playing off 22 wins the O Hanlon Cup while JD Ormsby was 2^nd playing off 20.

Death of the legendary Sergeant Michael O Reilly trainer of the winning Cavan teams of 1933 and 1935. Sergeant in the Irish Army, he is father of the trainer of the Dublin team Peter O Reilly the former Dublin and Leinster star. Michael O Reilly is survived by his wife sons and daughters.

Death of Margaret Jane Fegan Drumheckna wife of the late William Fegan . Service in Cavan Parish Church with burial in Denn.

September 25^th 1958 Derry Ulster Champions for the 1^st time  now meet Dublin in the All Ireland Final following their impressive victory over Kerry in the Semi Final. Dublin are seeking their 16^th title and their 1^st since 1942. There is  a big question mark over the Derry defence as the Dublin forwards can be deadly with their fast attractive team work and inter changing style. Derry should have the upper hand at mid field where Jim McKeever and Phil Stuart have been very impressive in their wins against Cavan Down and Kerry. With the continuing development and reconstruction of the new Hogan Stand the attendance is restricted to 70,000 !

Sister Mary Martina eldest daughter of Mrs Frances and the late Bernard Flood receives the Habit making her final vows at a ceremony in the Poor Clare Convent Newry.

Death of Margaret Reilly Drumelis. She was wife of Paddy Reilly Porter in Cavan Surgical Hospital and was ill for some time. She was a very devout religious woman known for her piety and charity over a wide area. Survived by her husband Paddy sons daughters relatives and many friends.

The funeral in the Cathedral was one of the largest seen for many years and was testament to the popularity of the deceased and her family. Burial took place in Cullies cemetery.

Death of Mrs Mackey formerly 4 Coleman Road in Luton England at the home of her daughter in law. Survived by her family and many friends. Funeral took place in Luton Bedfordshire England.

October 4^th 1958 GNR are no more from last Tuesday when the last train pulled out of Cavan for Dundalk at 4.15 pm. No farewells from the  townspeople who seem to have no idea of the consequence with only a few fog horns let off in final salute. The last GNR bus pulled out of Cavan Bus Station for Belturbet at 9.40 pm. From midnight the Services in the Republic will be taken over by CIE and in Northern Ireland by the Ulster Transport Authority.  

Dublin beat Derry 2-12 to 1-9 to deservedly take their 16^th tile as the Dublin forwards Paddy Farnon Johnny Joyce John Timmons Kevin Heffernan Ollie Freeney and Man of the Match Padraig ‘Jock’ Haughey are too clever and experienced for a hesitant and nervous Derry team who never showed anything like the form that brought them to the Final with only centre field Jim McKeever and Phil Stuart outclassing their opposite numbers giving Derry a firm foothold in midfield from which Derry forwards never capitalised on. Dublin led by 0-8 to  0-4 at the interval. Scorers for Dublin   Ollie Freaney 0-7 Paddy Farnon 1-1 Johnny Joyce 1-0 Kevin Heffernan 0-3 and John Timmons 0-1. Simon Deignan of Cavan was an excellent referee. History was made in Croke Park on Sunday when Lar Foley the Dublin full back collected his first All Ireland Senior medal while his brother Des gave a trogan display in the curtain raiser as Dublin beat Mayo in the All Ireland Minor Final.

De La Salle League Finals in Breffni Park Junior Saint Phelim’s 1-4 Saint Patrick’s 1-1. Outstanding for the winners Thomas Greene Owen Roe O Neill Captain Tony Higgins and Oliver Malone who notched 0-3 from frees. Saint Brigid’s 4-7 Saint Michael’s 1-10 in the Intermediate Final Scorers and outstanding for the winners were Jim Mooney Man of the Match with 2-2 Dessie Gilchreest 0-1 Joe McCusker 1-0 Johnny Lynch 1-0 and Oliver Shanaghy Joseph Greene 0-2 each. Senior Final Na Fianna 1-5 Craobh Rua 1-4 stars for the winners included PJ Carroll and Brian ‘Birdie’ O Hanlon Eamonn Flynn Keogh and Philip Fitzsimmons at mid field while Tommy Smith was supreme in the forward line. Man of the Match was Gerard Carroll Craobh Rua who gave a faultless display of catching and running covering in defence helping out in midfield and scoring 1-2 of his team’s total. Scorers for Na Fianna PJ Carroll 1-0 Eamonn Flynn 0-2 PJ Keogh 0-2 and S Smith 0-1. Craobh Rua Tom McNamara 1-0 Gerry Carroll 0-2 Seamus Fitzsimmons 0-1 and Des Lambert 0-1. The referees were Brothers Finbar Francis and Cyril.

John McGinnity brings his second party to Lourdes for the centenary celebrations. The leader of the Pilgrimage was the Prior of Kilnacrott Father CP O Reilly. They left on Tuesday and will return on Saturday.

Harvest Thanksgiving at Cavan Methodist Church is led by Rev JV Farley Rev Dell and the preacher was Rev JV Craig. Scripture  readings by Rev TP Blackstock and the Choir was under Rev G Blackstock with Myrtle Henderson on the organ. Supper was later served in the Manse to all of the congregation.

Cavan Urban Council make a grant of £100 to refurbish the Franciscan Abbey in Abbey Street.

Death of Mrs Mary Dowd Cullies at the residence of her daughter Kathleen Meehan Military Row. She was extremely well known and highly popular with all classes  and creeds. Survived by her husband James Dowd sons daughters relatives and friends. Father AB McGrath officiated at the funeral from the Cathedral of Saints Patrick and Phelim to Saint Brigid’s cemetery Killygarry.

Bridge Club President Doctor Bertie Cullen Captain Surgeon Paddy Maloney Secretary Kathleen Sullivan Treasurer WRC Reardon. Committee Rev Sean O Reilly Saint Patrick’s College Tom C Hickey Jim Leonard AG Hunt and Dermot Morgan.

Gramophone Society Chairman Doctor P Watters Vice Chairman Father AB McGrath Secretary Mary McCarthy Treasurer Maura Baxter. Committee Mrs McDwyer NT Nellie McIntyre Kathleen Brady Tom McConville and Phillip Cullivan.

Margaret Lyons returns to  New York having spent 3 months holiday with her parents Mr and Mrs Michael Lyons Shantemon.

October 11^th 1958 Death of Pope Pius XII Pontiff to over 500 million Catholics throughout the world at the age of 82 at his  private residence in the Vatican. He is hailed by cardinals and bishops as “the most esteemed and  venerated man in the world and the greatest Pope of this century”. Born Eugenio Maria Giuseppe Giovanni Pacelli on March 2^nd 1876 of noble Patrician Roman aristocratic family both of his parents were lawyers specialising in Canon Law and working with the higher echelons of the Vatican Civil Service. Educated both publicly and privately he showed great talent and dedication from an early age and was received by Pope Gregory XVI. Ordained a priest at the age of 21. He was called to the Vatican by Leo 111 in 1901 and served in the ~Vatican Diplomatic Corps becoming a Bishop and later an Archbishop in 1917 when he was only 41 years of age. Elected cardinal in 1929 being the youngest member of the College of Cardinals at 53. On the 2^nd March 1939 he was elected Pope on his 63^rd birthday taking the name Pope Pius XII. Among his greatest achievements was his work among the European Community facing down vigorously the twin evil of Nazism and Communism which led to widespread persecution of Christians throughout the World. He was a great champion for the Jews and deplored the treatment handed out to them by Hitler and his evil allies during the Holocaust. Proclaimed 1950 a Holy Year when millions of Christians from all over the world descended on Rome on pilgrimage for Holy Year. In 1954 he proclaimed the Marian Year in honour of the Queenship of Mary  bringing Christians all over to Marian Shrines throughout the world.  In 1955 he proclaimed May 1^st as the Feast of Saint Joseph the Worker. Very hard working Pope he received over 200,000 people in audience during 1957 and made 98 major addresses.

All GAA games are cancelled throughout Ireland as a mark of respect to the late Pope Pius XII. All County Council Urban Council meetings throughout the land adjourn as a mark of respect while Dail Eireann returning from their Summer holidays immediately adjourn until after the 9 day mourning period. Requiem Mass in the Cathedral Cavan on Monday with all schools business houses and offices closed to allow their staff to attend the Mass which was packed to the doors with many people attending outside and in the porches.

Death of one of Cavan’s greatest old legends Patrick McCaffrey Senior Mitchell Street at his residence at the age of 90. He was one of Cavan’s oldest and most respected residents and was a veteran of the Boer War where he had a full service and pension. He was the founder of the great McCaffrey  business dynasty travelling throughout the country with his ass and cart laden with Hardware and Fruit items. He had a huge clientele throughout the area and covered a different area each day bringing goods and services to a poor impoverished people. Man of great stature and strength he stood out in a crowd with his fine military bearing and gentle decent obliging presence. Survived by his sons daughters grandchildren great grandchildren many relatives and neighbours. There was a very large and representative presence at the funeral and removal with Father PJ Gargan CC officiated and burial in the McCaffrey burial ground in Cullies.

Death of Ellen Reilly Cullies. Survived by her husband Edward and family. She was a very friendly decent popular woman known throughout the area. Father PJ Gargan CC officiated at the funeral from the Cathedral to Cullies cemetery.

October Devotions in the Cathedral each night in honour of Saint Joseph the Worker with Rosary Prayers and Benediction.

Harvest Thanksgiving in the Church of Ireland celebrated by Canon T Clements DD assisted by FJ Patterson Laragh Canon RCH Turkington Rector Kilmore Rev R E Trenier Pastor Cootehill Archdeacon HW Shire Cavan with Mrs Daniels Drumard House on the organ .

Ballymoss ridden by Scobie Breasley and trained by Vincent O Brien at Ballydoyle county Tipperary becomes the first Irish trained horse to win Europe’s richest race the Prix De Arc De Triomphe. The Irish colt is son of a mare that cost just 18 guineas.

Death of Edward Brady Cavan House at a relatively young age. Along with all his family he was an active member of the Old IRA and took a very prominent part in the War of Independence being interred on several occasions by Crown forces. The Cavan House was known as the Headquarters of the IRA and was raided several times a day by both RIC and Military units from the nearby Barracks on Wolfe Tone Street. After the Truce Edward came out of hiding and was appointed Home Assistance Officer for the area. He lost both of his legs in later life and was dependent on Assistants to lift and aid him as he continued to live in the Cavan House in Bridge Street. He was a former playing member of Cavan Slashers and won a Senior County Championship medal in 1892 and later played along with his old friend Mick McGurk Captain and Joe Brady in the All Ireland Semi Final of 1892 when the Slashers were just pipped by Commercials in Dublin’s Clonturk Park. Members of the Old I R A under Charlie Reilly Cavan County Council  formed a  Guard of Honour with the coffin draped in the tricolour. A packed attendance were present in the Cathedral with burial sounding of the last post and volley of shots in Saint Brigid’s cemetery Killygarry.

Death of Patrick J McDwyer 3 Beechwood Park Rathmines who was Secretary of Dublin Chamber of Commerce for the last 10 years Educated at Saint Patrick’s College and UCD he was a native of Killeshandra County Cavan where his father was a Sergeant in the RIC. Survived by his wife son John a student in Saint Mary’s College Rathmines and his daughter Nuala brothers Peter County Registrar Belturbet Doctor Michael A McDwyer Lancashire Doctor Alphonsus McDwyer Rathmines Edward McDwyer NT Ballinagh and sisters Mrs MA Wright and MC McDwyer Dublin.

October 18^th 1958  Pope Pius XII is laid to rest in the Crypt of Saint Peter’s Basilica beside the tomb of Pius X. World linked for the first time by radio and television to all the pomp and ceremony of 9 days of universal mourning. Only leading members of the Roman Curia family members of the Diplomatic Corps and prominent Vatican personalities were allowed into Saint Peter’s for the funeral service with 100,000 packed into Saint Peter’s Square outside. Over 2 million people had filed past the coffin as the Pope lay in state with flags throughout the Catholic world flying at half mast.

CYMS AGM President Charlie Leddy Vice President Tommy Connolly Secretary Larry Clarke Treasurer Eddie McEneaney . Committee John Kinsella Patsy McConnell Frank Fitzpatrick Eamonn Donohoe and Joe Higgins.

Bishop of Kilmore Ardagh and Elphin Charles Tyndall is elected Bishop of Derry. He is son of District Inspector JF Tyndall Portadown and was educated at King’s Hospital and Trinity College. Served in the British Army he studied for a Commission at Trinity College. Served as Bishop of Kilmore from February 1956 and succeeded Rev FJ Mitchell Bishop of Down and Conor. Bishop Tyndall is married to a daughter of the late Rev RJ Mitchell Newtownforbes County Longford. `

Saint Patrick’s Conference of Saint Vincent De Paul celebrates the centenary of its foundation in 1858 with Bishop Quinn officiating at High Mass in the Cathedral of Saints Patrick and Phelim followed by a Group meeting in the Conference Room in the Cathedral.

Mr and Mrs Jack McCarthy and their 2 ½ year old son Dermot are staying with Dermot McCarthy Rock Cross County Manage for a protracted 2 month holiday. Jack is a Director of the National Bank of Commerce in Chicago.

Cavan Bridge Club N/S Nell Arnold and Pat O Neill  E/W Mrs Reardon and Mrs Sullivan.

Bishop Quinn is the chief celebrant of the Requiem Mass for the late Pontiff Pius XII in the Cathedral assisted by Fathers Pat Gaffney James A Carroll  Pat Brady and Master of Ceremonies Charles Travers all from Saint Patrick’s College. Father AB McGrath and the Cathedral Choir supplied the solemn music for the occasion. Children’s Mass on Thursday was attended by all the schools of the Parish and celebrated by Father P J Gargan CC while in Dublin all businesses were closed for the duration of the Requiem Mass in the Pro Cathedral with all music dancing cinema closed for the week as a mark of respect.

October 25^th 1958 Speculation continues to mount as the Cardinals are locked away in the Sistine Chapel to elect a new Pope. The winner will require 2/3 +1 and all canopies will drop apart from that of the elected Pope. After each Ballot the votes are burnt with wet straw giving off black smoke but in the event of one of the Cardinals being elected then the ballots will be burnt in dry straw giving off white smoke and signalling the election of a new Pope to the thousands patiently waiting the outcome in Saint Peter’s Square.

Virginia inspired by Man of the Match and captain Eamonn Matthews beat Ballinagh 2-3 to 1-3 in the County Junior Football Final in Breffni Park. Hugh Barney Donohoe was outstanding for Virginia and scored the winning goal in the last minute. In the Minor Final Gowna were much too  good for a disappointing Cootehill team 4-5 to 1-3. There was a 2 minutes silence as a mark of respect to the late Pope Pius XII with the National Flag at half mast.

Death of James McEvoy Alackan at the age of 89. Survived by his son James .Later in the same week James’ wife Anne died after a short illness at the age of 42. She was mother of Rev FatherJohn McEvoy CSSP and Rev Mother Mary Magdalen Holy Rosary Sisters Killeshandra. Large contingent of priests from Kimmage Manor assisted Father AB McGrath who officiated at both funerals from Saint Brigid’s Church Killygarry to the adjoining cemetery.

Presbyterian Harvest Thanksgiving with Rev AL Jenkins soloists Olive Creighton Lisbellaw assisted by Rev James McAdam BA Ballybay and Rev TP Blackstock Cavan .

Cavan Comaltas Ceolteoiri Eireann 1958 Chairman Doctor Brian Galligan Vice Chairman Bill O Hanlon Treasurer Mrs Galligan and Sean Sharkey Secretary Lena Murtagh

Eileen Clarke a   native of Alackan and former pupil in Crubany joins the Civil Service in London.

November 1^st 1958 Cardinal Angelo Giuseppe Roncalli Patriarch of Venice is elected Pope and takes the name Pope John  XX111. After 3 days of balloting the Cardinals come up with an Italian but a complete outsider from common stock on the 11^th Ballot after which white smoke poured from the chimney of the Sistine Chapel to the delight of over 300,000 packed into Saint Peter’s Square. The new Pope was introduced after the usual announcement “Gaudeamus habeamus Papam” staying 4 minutes on the balcony and imparting his Apostolic Blessing. The Coronation of the new Pope will be in a 4 hour ceremony on Tuesday the Feast of Saint Charles Boremeo whom the new Pope has completed a 7 volume biography. The Taoiseach Eamonn De Velera will represent Ireland at the ceremony in Rome.

Parochial Week in the Town Hall with items by the Nomads Boy Scouts Girls Club. Wheel of fortune £120 Whist Drive Sale of Work and Pongo for 9 days all in aid of Parochial funds.

Chamber of Commerce again in danger of folding up as only 9 members turn up to a very important meeting and fail to constitute a forum. Present were Austin McDonald Chairman George Maloney junior Secretary Tom  McKenna Treasurer B O Reilly John Coulter FR McNulty G McNeill –Ross and Doctor Brian Galligan.

Death of the inimitable Phil Wray Emmett Place. Phil was a very well known traditional fiddler and played with several Ceilidhe Bands in the area. Predeceased by his wife several years ago, he is survived by his sons and daughters. Funeral in the Cathedral was large and very representative with Father PJ McManus officiating assisted by Father J Dollalrd Longford and burial in Saint Felim’s cemetery Ballinagh.

CYMS Whist Top Score Jimmy Costello 1^st Lady Mrs Duffy and 2^nd and 3^rd tie Mrs Casey and Mrs Smith.1^st Gent Patrick Lee 2^nd Thomas Clarke.

November 5^th 1958 In a ceremony lasting from 7.30 am to 11.30 am Pope John XXIII is crowned Supreme Pontiff as Cardinal Cialli places the Tierra adorned with 3 crowns saying “Thou are father of Princes and Kings-Guide of the World and Vicar on Earth  of Jesus Christ Our Lord”. Later the new Pope is greeted by 500,000 people in Saint Peter’s Square as millions watched or listened to the ceremonies throughout the Globe.

Father Thomas Halton is conferred with his  MA 1^st Class Honours at UCD.  Father Halton is a native of Kilnaleck and a Professor in Saint Patrick’s College was ordained in 1950.

Bill Henry Ken Browne Des Jenkins and his Orchestra Maxie and Marion Doyle from Kells are among the outstanding stars at the record breaking Parochial Week in the Town Hall.

Beatrice Maloney youngest daughter of  George and Eileen Maloney Farnham Street is conferred with her BSc at UCD.

Dog and Gun Club 1958 Chairman Willie O Hanlon Vice Chairman Tommy Donohoe Secretary Jimmy McEntee Treasurer Phil Reilly Committee Father PJ Gargan CC Ned McKiernan Barney Connolly Tom Maguire Brian Smith

 and Eugene O Reilly.

Cavan UDC with Michael Young presiding and proposing a vote of sympathy with the Cardinals on the death of Pope Pius XII and heartiest congratulations on the election of Pope John XXIII seconded by the only Protestant member of the Council Robert Simpson.

November 15^th 1958 After years of wrangling and Court actions Thomas Brady Church Street is awarded damages of £5,600 and costs in his action against McCarren and Company Cavan by the Supreme Court compensation for a fall at McCarren’s where the plaintiff broke vertebra in his back and damaged  his shoulder rendering him unfit for work again.

Over 90 tables at Parochial Week Monster Whist in the Town Hall. All the events attracted capacity attendances.

Captain John J Connolly McKee Barracks and native of Threemile House County Monaghan is appointed Chief Fire Officer for Cavan replacing the very popular Aidan Madden who has gone on promotion  to Clonmel. Captain Connolly has 10 years experience with the Army Engineering Corps and was originally in charge of the Fire Service at the Curragh Training Camp. He will take up his new appointment in Cavan on January 1^st 1959.

Tom Maloney age 26 son of George V and Eileen Maloney opens his new Self Drive Car business at McCurtain Street Cork. The official opening was performed by AA Healy TD. Tom was formerly Manager of Ryan’s Car Hire Service Cork.

Cavan Bridge Club N/S A G Hunt and Tommy McCormick E/W Joan O Hanlon and Jim Leonard.

Memorial plaque to the late great Dean Askins MA former Dean of Kilmore by the Bishop Elect of Derry CJ Tyndall DD assisted by Canon Turkington Archdeacon HW Shire and Rev John Anderson MA Royal School Cavan and Chaplain to the Bishop. The Preacher was FW Grant Dean of Kilmore.

November 23^rd 1958 New Pope starts wide sweeping reforms in the Vatican  naming 23 new Cardinals to bring the Sacred College to its full strength for the 1^st time in 372 years. Among those named are Most Rev Dr Godfrey Archbishop of Westminster Dr RJ Cushing  Archbishop of Boston and Doctor JF O Hara Archbishop of Philadelphia.

Death of Thomas Drum 23 Saint Phelim’s Place. He was one of Cavan’s oldest and most respected citizens being a Blacksmith for over 50 years in Puddin Lane. Survived by his 1 son and 1 daughter. Funeral in Saint Patrick and Phelim’s Cathedral Cavan to Killygarry cemetery.

Death of Matthew eldest son of Mr and Mrs  Patrick Smith Pullamore in London.

November 29^th 1958 Edith Tilson Shopkeeper Bridge Street is awarded £72-14-6 at Cavan District Court after she tripped fell and broke her finger on Christmas Eve 1956 as she emerged from Johnny Brady’s Drapery Store. LCP Smith was for the defendants and Reid and Farris appeared for the Plaintiff.

Cavan Gaels beat Bailieborough 3-6 to 1-5 in the Senior Divisional League Final at Virginia in ideal weather conditions.

Inspector S Sheehan replaces Superintendent Edward O Sullivan in Cavan. The new Inspector is a  native of Drumcollogher county Limerick.

Sudden and untimely death of Charles Clarke 38 Saint Phelim’s Place at the age of 48. Very experienced highly  regarded member of the staff of McCarren and Company who formed a Guard of Honour at both the Removal and the Funeral. Father Joe Dolan Adm officiated at the large and representative funeral to Cullies.

December 6^th 1958 Rev EFK Moore Archdeacon of Glendalough is elected Bishop of Kilmore Elphin and Ardagh to replace Dr Tyndall who is going to Derry as Bishop after only 2 years service in Kilmore at a Joint Synod in the Protestant Hall where Rev JF Gregg Archbishop of Armagh presided. Bishop Moore was born in 1906 in Cootehill where his father was Rector. Educated at Drogheda Grammar School and Trinity College where he was an Exhibition Scholar. Took his BA in 1928 and in the process won the prestigious Toplady Prize in 1929. Took his MA in 1940 and PhD in 1944. Ordained for the Parish of Bray in 1930, he was Curate in Clontarf from 1932-1934. He was Incumbent of Castledermot 1934-1940 incumbent Greystones from 1940 .Canon of Christchurch Cathedral in 1951 and was installed as Archdeacon of Glendalough in 1957. In 1932 he married Olive Scott daughter of Rev Chancellor Scott Bray. He will be ordained Bishop of Kilmore Ardagh and Elphin on the Feast of the Epiphany 6^th January 1959.

Death of Mary McMahon relict of John McMahon 14 Emmett Place Cavan. She is survived by her sons daughters and other relatives. Funeral from the Cathedral to Cullies cemetery.

Cavan At Home Week 1959 President Father Joe Dolan Adm Chairman Gerry Lovett Vice Chairman Michael Young UDC Treasurer P Flynn Secretary Carmel McDonald.

Gramophone Society Tom McConville gave a most enjoyable Recital this week and next week Maura Baxter will give the Recital.

Opening announcement for the Classic 34 Bridge Street on Friday 12^th  December 1958 formerly the premises of Packy Leonard one of Cavan’s most legendary sons. Now being reopened by Packy’s daughter Mrs Thomas Smith (Kathleen) promises service courtesy and value stocking Christmas cards sweets candles stationery and calendars.

December 13^th 1958 Pearse Gilroy youngest son of Tommy and Ellen Gilroy Coleman Road is pictured demonstrating the art of the ‘Hoola Hoop’ after he won the competition at Saint Patrick’s College Christmas Bazaar in the Town Hall.

New Loreto Past Pupils Union at Loreto College for the 1^st time elected in the presence of Rev Mother Ignatius Superior.  President Rita Kenny Belturbet Vice President Kathleen Kenny Cavan Secretary Sheila Prunty Treasurer  Bella Power Cavan.

Death of Elizabeth Brady widow of the late Augustus ‘Gussie’ Brady Church Street.  She was deservedly popular over a wide area. Native of Corlough Bawnboy, she was niece of Canon Kelly PP VF Ballinamore and cousin of Rev M Kelly Killdallen. She was sister in law of Father Joe Brady PP Belturbet. She is survived by 2 sons 2 daughters brothers and sisters. Rev AB McGrath officiated at the large and representative funeral from the Cathedral to Killygarry. 

Death of  Angus McGowan Portstewart at Bon Maria Hospital after a long illness. Survived by his sister Mrs Elizabeth Johnston Wolfe Tone Street and Bridget Ryan Connolly Street.

Cavan Bridge Club N/S Maura Cullen and Kathleen Brady E/W M O Sullivan and  Kathleen Sullivan.

December 20^th 1958 “Happy Christmas and a Prosperous New Year from Smyth’s 60 Main Street Cavan Phone 88”.

Santa will tour the streets of  the town before arriving on the Fire Engine at the Town Hall where he will distribute Christmas presents to hundreds of children from the Parish. Collection is now being taken up to defray the expenses.

Pavilion Dance back in the Pavilion which was beautifully decorated with spot prizes for each dance.

Turkey Market,  big demand and even bigger supply with Cocks from 2/7 per lb and Hens from 3/6. Later in the day the prices plummeted to 2/- and 2/9 per lb with many of the suppliers bringing home their stock.

Matt Rudden is  a very worthy winner of the Ulster Intermediate Cross Country title hosted by Laragh AC over a very testing course with in excess of 100 athletes participating. Newry Shamrocks were very impressive with Belfast Harriers and Laragh tied for 2^nd place. Both the Intermediate and Youth’s NACAI took place on the one day. Matt Rudden led all the way to be followed home by P Kearns and J McAllister Newry Shamrocks.

December 25^th Saint Patrick’s College Cavan Past Pupils Union President John Neary Dublin Secretaries T M Gilroy and Father Tom Halton MA  Assistant Secretary Benny Hickey Treasurer Michael Neary.

Parishioners of Glendalough present the new Bishop of Kilmore with his Episcopal ring at a function in the Chapter House Christchurch Cathedral Dublin.

County Cavan Golf Club 1959 President Surgeon Bertie Cullen Captain Tommy Aylmer Treasurer AJ Ormsby Secretary Dermot Morgan Assistant Secretary Dr F P E Smith. Committee Louis Blessing Jack Binchey Dr MA Cooney Bob Henderson TC Hickey Augustine Kenny Jim Leonard Edward O Hanlon WP O Hanlon and Jim Rafter. Ladies President Dorie Smith Captain Eileen Morgan Secretary Olive Black Treasurer Molly Finnegan Competitions Secretary Maisie Magee.

Busy Christmas Week in the shops in Cavan culminates with the outstanding Steadfast Brass and Reed Band from Carrickmacross parading the Town on Christmas Eve. The Band who played both Seasonal and Christmas numbers are made up of employees of Steadfast Boots and Shoes Carrickmacross.

Death of Michael John Brady at the age of 24 who was killed in an accident in South Wales to where he emigrated 9 years ago. He is son of Mr and Mrs Michael Brady 4 Saint Aidans Terrace Cavan. Prayers for the repose of his soul are recited in the Cathedral of Saints Patrick and Phelim.

John Gear is pictured on his way to defeating Eamonn Marron in the Final of the Billiard Handicap in Cavan CYMS.

General Charles De Gaulle is elected the first President of France at the age of 68. He thus becomes the most powerful Head of the French State since Emperor Napoleon III in 1852.

 January 2^nd  1959 Cavan At Home Week 1959 features Question Time with Joe Linane RTE,  Girl’s Club Christmas Revels, Boy Scout’s Musical Society, ~All Ireland Comaltas Concert and 2 performances of ‘The Whole Town is Talking’ with the Cavan Players.

Death of Margaret Simons at an advanced age at her residence 93 Main Street. She was widow of the famous Arthur Simmons PC a member of Cavan UDC for many years. Funeral from the Church of Ireland Parish Church to the New Cemetery.

Death of Frank Brady Billis well known gardener on Christmas Day at Saint Phelim’s Hospital. Survived by his 2 sisters. Father Joe Dolan Adm officiated at the funeral from the Cathedral  to Cullies cemetery.

Death of Kate Smith O Rahilly Street a very well known and highly respected member of the Community. She was sister of Mrs Charles Smith Tydavnett Monaghan B Duignan Swellan Mrs O Neill Imperial Hotel and Susan Brady Tierlahood Stradone. Father PJ Gargan CC officiated at the funeral from the Cathedral to Killygarry cemetery.

Death of Margaret Geraghty Coleman Road at the age of 80. She was widow of the late Andrew Geraghty CIE Cavan Station a long time member of Cavan Urban Council . Her death has come as a desperate shock to all her many friends as she was only sick for a short time. She is survived by her sons daughters and other relatives. Funeral from the Cathedral was large and representative with burial in Saint Brigid’s cemetery Killygarry.

Death of Annabella Duke (Nina) Fagan Glenlara Swellan Cavan. Youngest daughter of Mr and Mrs James Fagan. Survived by her sister Alice Elizabeth (Dolly)Fagan. Funeral from her home to Kilmore Cathedral where the Venerable Archdeacon HW Shire BA assisted by Rev Canon RCH Turkington BA officiated with burial in Kilmore Church Yard.

Death of Jeremiah J McNamara Trim Road Navan at the age of 66. He was horticulturist with Meath County Council for the last 23 years and was a former horticulturist with Cavan County Council residing at Urney Terrace Church Street from 1921-1935. Well known weight thrower of Olympic Games standard. He was very well known at sports throughout the midlands Native of Mallow County Cork he was Chairman of Meath  County Board  NACAI and Vice President of the Leinster Council.

Cavan CYMS Whist Top Score Benny Cafferty Ladies 1^st Mrs P Reilly 2^nd Katie Murphy Gents 1^st Jimmy Costello 2^nd Jeremiah Casey.

Only sign of the New Year in Cavan is again when the Labour Band parade the town at midnight to bid farewell to 1958 and welcome in 1959 with stirring seasonal airs reverberating around the deserted town.

January 10^th 1959 Wettest year since 1954 with 44.93 inches of rain recorded at the Weather Station at Kevitt Castle which reported rain on 240 days. In 1954 48.30 inches fell while in 1957 it was comparatively drier with only 42.23 inches falling.

Death of James McCabe Latnadrona Crosserlough at the age of 102-he was Cavan’s oldest man. He took an active part in the Land League and represented Cavan on the Central Council being on first name terms with Charles Stuart Parnell. He was widely known for his ability to heal sick cattle and never took a fee or reward for his interventions. He was in perfect health up to his death having the use of all his faculties.

Rev Dr Edward Moore is installed as Bishop of Kilmore at a glittering ceremony in Saint Patrick’s Cathedral Armagh. Most Rev Dr Gregg who is retiring this year was chief celebrating prelate while the sermon was preached by Rev Fergus W Day Rector of Christ Church Cathedral Dublin .

Outstanding performance by Cavan ICA as they once again defeat Cavan County Council in Question Time with Joe Linane Radio Eireann at ‘Cavan At Home Week’. The individual winners were 1^st Maura Baxter ‘Saint Aidan’s and 2^nd Jimmy Dawson Keadue Lodge. Teams ICA Nellie McIntyre Joan Hickey Maura Baxter Peace Adams Mary Connolly MPSI and Mrs Jimmy Dawson. Cavan County Council Carmel McDonald Philip Cullivan Harry O Connell Dr P Coleman John Lyng and Richard T McCarthy.

Stars of the variety entertainment at the well supported Cavan At Home Week are Bill Henry George V Maloney Junior Michael Harding Jack Binchey Bill Galvin and Philip Cullivan. Boy Scout’s Musical Society stage ‘It Happened in Chiptown’ a modern adaptation of the ‘Pirates of Penzance’ scripted and directed by Father Torlac O Reilly Saint Patrick’s College Cavan. The Girls’ Club staged several sketches including ‘Christmas in Killarney’ Strolling in the Park’ ‘Gypsies in Camp’ ‘It Could Happen to You’ ‘Old Favourites ‘‘Rendezvous’ and ‘Irish Parlour’ with Eileen Morgan on the piano and Sarah Cullen producer.

January 17^th 1959 Aer Lingus carry over ½ million passengers and 9,100 ton of cargo during 1958. Passenger numbers are up 50,000 from 1957.

Paddy O Reilly Athbara and a native of Drumullagh Drumlane one of the great legends of Cavan GAA retires as County Treasurer after 56 years unbroken service. With John P O Hanlon Anglo Celt Andy McEntee 57 Upper Main Street Cavan (Breffni Bar) and Joe Smith Courthouse he reorganised the GAA in Cavan in 1903 following a meeting in the Temperance Hall. He was Cavan’s first Representative at Central Council in 1903 and first Representative to Ulster Council in 1904. He was Cavan’s first ever Delegate to Congress in Thurles in 1903. He was in turn Chairman Treasurer and Secretary Cavan County Board, being Treasurer when Cavan won their 1^st All Ireland and  Chairman when Cavan won their 2^nd All Ireland in 1935. He served as Treasurer Cavan County Board from 1926-1958 and was honoured in his Golden Jubilee Year with a special Banquet and Presentation by his fellow Gaels. Meticulous in his dealings and preparation he oversaw a revolution in the fortunes of Cavan GAA which could never have been foreseen in the early 1900s. Paddy Donohoe defeated TM Gilroy for the position of Treasurer at Cavan County Convention by 70 votes to 41.

Death of Philip A Smyth on Thursday 8^th January 1959 at his residence Upper Main Street Cavan. Founder of the widely known and highly successful drapery Store ’PA Smyth and Company’. He was also the proprietor of the ‘Erskine Hotel’ formerly ‘McCabe’s Hotel’ which adjoined the Drapery Store. Established since 1917 his family are well known in business circles in Cavan and neighbouring counties. Universally known as P A he was an outstanding business man and entrepreneur specialising in ladies’ and  gents’ clothes and outfitting. He was brother of Rev Michael Smyth Pastor Baltimore USA the late Rev JJ Smyth Harrisburg USA and Bernard F Smyth London and Mrs E Tuite Virginia. He is survived by his wife Eileen son Philip daughters Eileen McNamee Dublin Maura McEntee Monaghan. The funeral from the Cathedral of Saints Patrick and Phelim was one of the biggest seen in Cavan for many years with burial in Saint Brigid’s Cemetery Killygarry.

Pat Dowd Ardamagh Ballyhaise is appointed Town Clerk of Ennis County Clare. He was previously a Clerical Officer in Louth County Council 1952 and Town Clerk Clones in 1950.

Death of Thomas O Mahoney Saint Brigid’s Terrace who was a former serving member of the Irish Army. Survived by his sons daughters and other relatives. Father A B McGrath officiated at the large and representative funeral from the Cathedral of Saints Patrick and Phelim to Cullies cemetery.

January Cavan ICA are pictured celebrating their 6^th Birthday with Phyllis Farris blowing out the candles on the cake at a function in the Ulster Arms Hotel. Molly Finnegan Secretary M Brady Vice President RS Morris secretary and Dorie Smith National President are all on hand to give Phyllis a hand.

Cavan Players are pictured following their 2 sell out shows in the Town Hall  with ‘The Whole Town is Talking’ Front Row Miriam Healy Cecilia Joy Marie and Kathleen McGinnity H.G McKay and Emily Devaney. Back Row Eugene Monaghan Una Healy Joe Berwick Mary Smith Mel Doherty Phyllis Smith Edwin Carolan Seamus (Ba) Fay and Jimmy Mallon.

Sympathy is extended to Sergeant and Mrs Hennelly on the tragic death of their son Harry aged 17 who fell from the pier at Enniscrone and was swept out to sea. Sergeant Hennelly is a former Irish and Golden Gloves boxer and is the present trainer of the Irish Senior Boxing team.

January 24^th 1959 Rev Edward F B Moore is enthroned as Bishop of Kilmore at a ceremony in Saint Phelim’s Cathedral Kilmore.The attendance included his son Rev J E Moore BA Knock County Down. Bishop Moore was introduced to  the Diocese by Dean Grant and Archdeacon Shire and to the Parish by Dean Turkington of Kilmore. He was accompanied by his Chaplain Rev John Anderson Headmaster Royal School.

Death of one of Cavan’s oldest and best established business personalities Bridget Hickey Bridge Street She was founder and Director of both the Butcher Shop and the high class Confectionery shop at Lower Main Street. Deservedly popular she was very religious and charitable taking a full part in all the activities at the Cathedral. Survived by her six sons Patrick Inspector Department of Posts and Telegraphs RB Hickey Butcher Cavan Michael Butcher Cavan Joseph Hickey Aer Lingus Tom C Hickey Dentist  and 2 daughters Margaret and Betty. Father Joe Dolan Adm officiated at the funeral from the Cathedral to Killygarry which was one of the biggest ever seen in the area and a fitting tribute to a great lady.

Lord Farnham 12^th Baron marries Diana Marion Gunnis Secretary at Holy Trinity Church Brompton London at a ceremony in London.

Ethna Nee a pupil of Saint Clare’s School and daughter of Elizabeth and the late Laurence Nee Abbey Street is the winner of the National Post Essay Competition ‘Why we should Save’ !

February Cavan Chamber of Commerce in danger of collapse as only a very poor attendance show up for the AGM in the Farnham. Those present included Tom McKenna AM Smith Seamus Fox Liam Bogue Joe Finegan JJ Keogan G McNeill- Ross FM Hayes Pat Hourican and John Coulter. Apologies due to sickness from President Austin McDonald and F R McNulty.

Death of James McCabe 49 Sandymount Road Dublin at the age of 88. Native of Drumcrave he was a former member of the RIC and was father of Dr James McCabe Father Bob McCabe Saint Patrick’s College and Kathleen McCabe Sandymount. Funeral to Bangor County Down.

Death of Richard O Reilly Boot Shoe Maker College Street at his residence. Survived by his wife Bridget and son Thomas. Father PJ Gargan CC officiated at the well attended funeral in the Cathedral with burial later in Saint Phelim’s cemetery Ballinagh.

Sullivan’s extensive hardware store at 1 Main Street is sold to Saint Joseph’s Abbey Poor Clare Convent by Mrs John Marron at an undisclosed amount. The family will continue to operate ‘The Sweet Shop’ at 1 Church Street.

January 31^st 1959 Death of one of Cavan’s greatest Gael John ‘Spotty’ Brady Wolfe Tone Street at the age of 88. He was the last surviving member of the great Cavan Slashers team who won the County Championship in 1891 and represented Cavan in the All Ireland Final in Clonturk Park against Dublin Champions ‘Young Ireland’s’. He was a founder member of Cavan Dog and Gun Club and in his prime hunted and went fishing each weekend. Predeceased by his wife just 3 years ago. He is survived by his 3 sons John in England Patrick Jamaica and Peter in Cavan daughters Agnes Heuston Ballyjamesduff  Molly Deveraux Josie Nesbitt New York Miss Rose Brady Cavan and Alice McCann Wolfe Tone street. The coffin was carried from the Cathedral by members of Cavan Gaels GFC who also formed a Guard of  Honour walking on both sides of the hearse. Father P J Gargan officiated at the well attended representative funeral from the Cathedral with burial in Cullies cemetery.

John V Kelly a former playing member of Redhills GFC and just back from practising Law in New York sets up his own Solicitor’s practice at 39 Church Street. He is youngest son of Mrs E Kelly Redhills and brother of PJ Kelly Solicitor Manorhamilton.

Cavan Bridge Club N/S Father Frank McKiernan and Tommy McCormick E/W Cyril and Nell Arnold.

Social and presentation to John  Sheanon Ambulance Driver in Saint Felim’s Hospital. The presentation was made by the Matron Sister Mercy and the Superintendent Paddy O Reilly while music was supplied by Pee Galligan Micheal O Callaghan and Paddy McEntee. The Cavan Dance Troupe danced hornpipes reels and jigs while  Mel Doherty gave a one man show of sketches and yarns that had the entire audience in stitches of laughter. Ms Fay Bannon and O Reilly sang topical and Irish airs while Sean Wood was the outstanding MC.

February 7^th 1959 Due to the downturn in attendances at the 1958 Cavan Drama Festival the committee announce that Season tickets will now sell at £1 rather than 25 shillings. A full programme of Irish and English plays is on offer with troupes travelling from all over Ireland. PJ O Connor will again be the Adjudicator while the Patron is Father Joe Dolan Adm Chairman Tom Fitzpatrick Vice Chairman Seamus Gilheaney Secretary Nellie McIntyre Assistant Secretary Rosemary Power and Treasurer J J Keoghan.

This week’s recital at Cavan Gramophone Society will be given by Michael Harding Rock Cross while next week the recital will be given by Samuel Johnston Farnham Street.

February 14^th 1959 Jack J Halpin Ford Lodge is elected President of the Incorporated Law Society. He is the first Solicitor from Cavan and Ulster to hold the office which is the highest honour his colleagues in the Legal profession can bestow on him. Judge Sweeney at Cavan Circuit Court pays tribute to Jack Halpin who he describes as a worthy recipient of the honour. T F Roe on behalf of the Bar Association Peter McDwyer on behalf of the Solicitors practicing on the Circuit and Peter McDwyer County Registrar lso paid tribute to Mr Halpin for attaining this honour for himself Cavan Ulster and the minority from which he comes from.

Cavan Chamber of Commerce 1959 President A F McDonald Secretary George V Maloney  Treasurer Tom McKenna Committee Stephen Keaveney Solicitor Robert Mackeral Jim Leonard Alfred Myles Smith Solicitor FR McNulty Liam Bogue John Coulter Seamus Fox and G H Black. The Chamber later issued a statement that “The Chamber is a Tourist Association  a Ratepayer’s Association a Business Association which can make contact from county Cavan with any other business person in the rest of the world”

Surgeon Paddy Maloney thanks everybody who packed out the Town Hall on the occasion of the annual Nurse’s Dance in aid of the  Nurse’s Benevolent Society.

A T Lucas MA Curator of the National Museum is the guest speaker at the annual general meeting of Cumainn Seanchais Bhreifne.

Maeve McDonald gave the most enjoyable recital at Cavan Gramophone Society with Samuel Johnston next week’s recitalist.

Tommy McGovern younger brother of the legendary Pat native of Glangevlin takes over the General Grocery and Provision Store at Bridge Street Cavan from Sean Magee who has emigrated with his wife and family to Canada. Tommy  is a former employee in Magee’s (Tom Boylan’s).

February 21^st 1959 Dr Antonio Riberi is appointed the Papal Nuncio to Ireland after serving for a number of years as Papal Internuncio in Ireland.

2^nd Annual Anglo Celt Dinner Dance in the Ulster Arms. Guests of honour were the management and their wives William P and Nuala Edward and Airmid and Fred and Joan O Hanlon Directors. The Chairman Andy McEntee proposed the toast of’ Ireland ‘ Jimmy McEntee ‘The Management’ P J McCaffrey ‘Our Guests’ . Highlight of the evening was the 1^st public performance of the Anglo Celt’s Skiffle Group while Stan Mullery and Tom McCusker accompanied the artistes on the piano and drums.

Mick Downes on his way to work in McCarren’s notices the thatch of the picturesque residence of the Station Master Patrick Quinn and family ablaze alerting and evacuating the house with Mr and Mrs Quinn and their 4 young children brought to safety and calling Cavan Fire Brigade to the scene which was fully extinguished by 11 AM  with no loss of life. Known far and near as a tourist attraction the 2 storey thatched residence was the last of its kind in this part of the country and the thatch was to be renewed this week.

Death of Susan O Reilly wife of Dr John O Reilly TD Tullyvin at Our Lady of Lourdes Nursing Home Drogheda. She is survived by her sons Father Sean O Reilly Dean Saint Patrick’s College Dr Peter England Dr Seamus England Hugh O Reilly MRCVS Dundalk daughters Mrs J Hogg Headford and Anna J O Reilly Tullyvin.

Stephen Keaveney purchases the premises on  a 26 year Lease with annual rent of £45 for £600. The Auctioneer was Edward O Gorman and Alfred Myles Smith Solicitor had carriage of sale.

February 28^th 1959 Cumainn Seanchais Bhreifne 1959 Patron Bishop Austin Quinn  President Dr Philip O Connell MA PhD Chairman Father Tom Halton MA Saint Patrick’s College Cavan Vice Chairman Tom Barron NT Treasurer Brid Sheridan who replaces Leslie Kennedy Jeweller Cavan Secretary Father Frank McKiernan Saint Patrick’s College. Committee Fathers Pat Brady Augustus Leydon  Rev W E Drury MA Dr Brian Galligan M/S Seamus Gilheaney Liam Kelly Owenie McGovern NT B O Mordha BA James Gillick Bernard Stacey Michael Neary Seamus Dolan NT and B O Reilly.

Clare Flood daughter of Frances and the late Bernard Flood 12 Bridge Street marries Thomas Hourican a native of Lough Gowna in New York.

Six Bulls the property of the Honourable Lord Farnham fetch a total of £1,200 at the Cattle Sale in the RDS Dublin.

Death of Jane Anderson sister of the Rev John Anderson The Royal School in Ballyoran Portadown.

March 3^rd 1959 Death of Alice Finnegan NT Corlurgan at her residence 22 Munster Street Phibsboro Dublin 7. She was a very well known teacher and was active in the formation of many organisations for the advancement of education in both Cavan and Dublin. She was a member of one of Cavan’s oldest and most respected families being a sister of the late Bishop Patrick Finnegan Bishop of Kilmore 1917-1937 and niece of Bishop Bernard Finnegan. She is survived by one sister Mary her niece Molly NT nephew Jim relatives and many friends. Father AB McGrath officiated at the large and well represented funeral from the Cathedral to Cullies cemetery. The attendance included Monsignor D Fitzpatrick PP VG Cootehill.

Cavan CYMS stage one of Cavan’s biggest ever Whist Drives in the Town Hall with 414 players in attendance from all over the adjoining counties in searh of the big money prizes. Top Score £50 Mr McLoughlin Longford Ladies Katie Smith Colman Road and Mrs Agnew Newbliss Gent’s PJ Masterson Bruce Arva tied with Patsy Walsh Breffni Terrace 2^nd tie Hugh Donohoe Caulfield Tullyco and Edward O Reilly College Street.

Cavan Bridge Club N/s Eileen Maloney and Norman Cinnamond E/W Jim Leonard and Jim Rafter.

Congratulations to Billy Phair Drumullen pictured with specimen brown trout caught on a spinner at Lough Oughter. 

Tommy Nee beats Joe Connolly Earlsvale in the Final of the Tommy Connolly Snooker Cup at Cavan CYMS. The trophy was presented to Tommy Nee by the donor with Joe Connolly and  Charlie Leddy also in picture.

Mr and Mrs John Morgan from Dublin well known in Bridge circles win the prestigious Surgeon Cullen Perpetual Cup at Cavan Bridge Club with Mr Dent and Mr Glennon Longford 2^nd. In the Mitchell Cup N/S Rev Dr V Morris and Mrs JN Egan Monaghan with E/W PJ Deery and GA Commins Dundalk. Surgeon Maloney Captain returned thanks on behalf of the Cavan Club who  staged the event in the Farnham Hotel.

March 21^st 1959 President and Mrs O Kelly on 3 day State Visit to the USA arrive in Washington on Saint Patrick’s Day to be greeted by President Eisenhower wearing a green tie. Instead of the traditional red carpet a green carpet was rolled out as thousands lined the route to the White House all sporting Irish colours in honour of the visitors and The National Apostle Saint Patrick.

Closing of the famous Cavan/Leitrim Railway on March 31^st to be marked by the Anglo Celt with a special commemorative article recalling the personalities and events that occurred during the 76 years history of the World famous ‘Narrow Gauge’.

No  special ceremonies or events to mark Saint Patrick’s Day 1959 apart from Mass and Benediction in the Cathedral on the  evening of the Feast of the National Apostle and the appearance of the Labour Band sporting shamrock and playing well  rehearsed stirring Irish airs on a bitterly cold day.

Fashions for both the over size and smaller ladies’ styles are displayed at the packed Vera Brady Fashion Show in the Town Hall in aid of local charities. Three unnamed child mannequins from the town modelled children’s clothes.

Death of Renee E Scythes widow of the late John Scythes Upper Main Street (Paddy Power’s). Sympathy is extended to the family. Archdeacon Shire assisted by Canon RC Turkington and Rev GPS Scythes officiated at the funeral from Cavan Parish Church to Kilmore Graveyard.

March 28^th 1959 End of the line for Cavan/Leitrim Railway which is passing into history after 76 years service for economic reasons. The ‘Narrow Gauge’ was an integral part of the Irish way of life. Listed are the last Station Masters on the line P McNamara Ballinamore P O Donnell Ballyconnell M Twoomey Dromod Mrs Plunkett Halt Keeper Arigna W Grogan Drumshanbo P McKiernan Belturbet J Flynn Mohill.

Cavan Gaels and Crosserlough will contest the 1958 League Final in Breffni Park next Sunday (Easter Sunday) with Phil Brady ‘Gunner’ in charge of the whistle.

Cavan Drama Festival have a most successful 14^th Drama Festival with packed audiences on the 9 nights. Winners of the Open Section and Dr Patrick Lyons Cup were Sligo Drama Circle with ‘God’s Gentry’ with 88 marks with Dundalk Drama Club 2^nd with ‘When We Are Married’ on 84 marks. Best Actress Maura McEntee nee Smyth with the Monaghan Theatre Group for her portrayal of Louise Allington in ‘Tons of Money’. Maura is daughter of Eileen and  the late PA Smyth Drapers Main Street and married to Paddy McEntee Solicitor Monaghan. Great comeback to the Town Hall Stage by Maura Smyth who was an outstanding member of the Pavilion Pantomime cast for many years and a frequent broadcaster from Radio Eireann with her beautiful contralto voice. Patrick Dooney Sligo Drama Circle was the Best Actor in ‘When We Are Married’. Ballintemple were the winners of the Hugh Lee Cup for Groups confined to County Cavan with ‘An Angel Without a Halo’ .Athlone Little Theatre Group won the Anglo Celt trophy for one act plays with ‘In Search of Valour’. The Rural Section  was won  by Ashbourne County Dublin ‘With the New Garsoon’. Kitty McDermott Dundalk who  directed ‘When  We are Married’ was chosen as the Best Producer. Sign of the times as there is only one entry in the Irish Section De La Salle Cavan who recently won the Ballyshannon equivalent with the Brother Cyril produced and  directed ‘An Gadai’ with Peter Casey winning the Gold Medal for his part as Saggart.

Death of John Lee 6 Elm Park Avenue Ranelagh Dublin and late of Tullyco Cavan. Well known prominent figure in the Cavan area. He took and active part in the War of Independence and was interred in Ballykinlar. He is survived by his wife Annie 2 brothers and 1 sister. The Funeral from the Cathedral of Saints Patrick and Phelim Cavan was well attended with colleagues from the Old IRA carrying the tricolour draped coffin to the hearse. Father PJ Gargan officiated at the Mass and burial in Saint Brigid’s cemetery Killygarry.

Death of the legendary Michael Mick Fox at Saint Phelim’s Hospital after a long illness borne with his customary courage and good humour. He was Manger of O Gorman’s Drapery Store (opposite the Credit Union) for nearly 40 years and was always very helpful and accommodating. Founder member of Cavan CYMS in 1936  he was along with Gerry Lovett the most influential and meticulous figure in the Club’s first 25 years. Treasurer par excellence his reports were always so well prepared and presented that he frequently received a standing ovation for his excellence. Outstanding card player he was an original member of the famous ‘Solo Card School’ and was considered an expert by the likes of Joe O Rourke Tommy Connolly Frank Fitzpatrick and the Cafferty brothers Andy and Benny to name but a few. He  was a member and leader of the Holy Family Confraternity in the Cathedral. His good friend and Chaplain Father P J Gargan officiated at the very well attended funeral in the Cathedral where the members of Saint Phelim’s Branch Cavan CYMS formed a Guard of Honour marching on both sides of the hearse. Mick Fox is survived by his sister and other relatives with burial in Saint Brigid’s cemetery Killygarry.

April 4^th 1959 “Cavan/Leitrim Narrow Gauge Railway closes down with thousands giving it a last rousing farewell with horns fog signals and a tinge of sadness. The train steamed into oblivion on Tuesday night after 72 years distinguished service to an impoverished community. “The last historic trip was from Drumod to headquarters in Ballinamore”.

Holy Week Ceremonies culminate in the Cathedral with the Easter Vigil where Father Joe Dolan was the Commentator and the Lessons were read by Philip Cullivan John P Smith Joe O Rourke of the Market Square and JC Keogan Manager of the Hibernian Bank.

Cavan Gaels win their 1^st ever Senior League title beating Crosserlough in a low scoring 1-5 to 0-5 but thrilling final where the outcome was in doubt right up to the last kick of the game. The foundation for the Gaels’ victory was laid in their full back line where Harry O Dowd was magnificent  flanked by two sound and equally impressive wing backs John Mollaghan and Colm Smith. In the forward line Jimmy Sheridan the Gaels’ Captain was at his very best threatening danger every time he got on the ball despite the close attention from Crosserlough Captain Noel O Reilly. Mick McCarthy was very impressive at full forward and with his height and strength was a constant source of danger to the Crosserlough defence. The pivotal moment in the game was when Paddy Maguire fielded a high ball and cut his way through the Crosserlough defence to give Galligan in the Crosserlough goals no chance and set the Gaels on their way leading by 1-3 to 0-1 at half time. The  Gaels were awarded a harsh penalty with only 4 minutes left to play when Galligan was adjudged to have lifted the ball  in the square after a prolonged period of Gaels pressure but Jim Meehan blazed the resultant penalty over the bar to put 3 points between the teams with only 4 minutes left for play. The sending off of Edwin Carolan and Noel Lynch  for a trivial offence was totally uncalled for and marred the game for the spectators and was a black mark against the refereeing of the game by former Cavan great Phil ‘Gunner’ Brady. Gaels Team John O Rourke Colm Smith Harry Dowd John Mollaghan Sean Keoghan Jimmy Meehan Eddie Quinn Cathal Young Larry Gillen Paddy Maguire Jimmy Sheridan Captain Frank Cannon Noel Donohoe Mick McCarthy Edwin Carolan. Subs Sean Galligan for Frank Cannon Eamonn Brady for Eddie Quinn Phil Cullivan for Harry Dowd and Harry Dowd for Phil Cullivan.

Senator Paddy Baxter is reported as being critically ill after suddenly taking sick and being removed to a Dublin Hospital.

Born to Airmid and Edward O Hanlon a son (Simon) at the Stella Maris Nursing Home Dublin.

April 11^th 1959 Cavan Urban Rate cut by 6d in the £ and now stands at 39/6 in the £. Included in the rate is a figure of £100 for the painting of the Fire Escape and the outside of the Town Hall.

The Minister of Finance Mr J Ryan tells the Dail that a system called PAYE is to be established and introduced in the Republic of Ireland.

Death of Senator Paddy Baxter ‘Saint Aidan’s ‘after a short illness in Dublin. Born in Kildoagh Bawnboy in 1891.Leader of West Cavan ~Executive Sinn Fein from 1917-1921. He was also a well known member of Sinn Fein West Cavan Courts. He was interred by the British in Belfast Kilmainham and Arbour Hill. His brother was killed in action against forces of the Crown during an ambush in Leitrim in 1921. Founder and leader of the Irish Fenian Party he was elected to Dail Eireann from 1923-1927. Cathaoirleacch Seanad Eireann from 1933-1936. In 1938 he was elected on the Agricultural Panel and was elected on the same panel in every election to his death. From 1954-1957 he was again Cathaoirleacch Seanad Eireann and was elected Leas Ceann Comhairle from 1957 to his death. Member of the European Inter Parliamentary Union. He served 40 continuous years as a member of Cavan County Council acting as Chairman on a number of occasions. Founder member of Cavan Committee of Agriculture and Cavan Vocational Educational Committee. He was a founder member of the ACC and served on the Board of the company for many years. He was for over 40 years a very active member of Cavan Show Society and served on the Cavan County Committee of the GAA for over 40 years being Chairman of the Committee formed to purchase and develop Breffni Park in 1923. Since 1938 he was Chairman and Managing Director of the ‘Catholic Standard’ which is now printed each week by the Anglo Celt. All his life he was a leading figure in Fine Gael and served on the Nation Executive from its foundation. Survived by his wife Nora son Colum daughters Mrs Bernard O Reilly Manchester Mrs Peter O Reilly Virginia Ursula Baxter Dublin and Maura MPSI Cavan grandchildren David and Joyce O Reilly Ursula Baxter and Declan O Reilly. Many tributes paid to Paddy Baxter at the funeral from the Cathedral of Saint Patrick and Phelim Cavan on Sunday where Father Joseph Dolan Adm and Father Patrick J Gargan officiated with burial later in Killygarry.The Bishop of Kilmore Most Rev Dr Quinn was represented by Father Charles Travers  Saint Patrick’s College. The coffin was draped in the tricolour with members and colleagues of the Old IRA forming a Guard of Honour marching on both sides of the hearse. Leaders of Church and State present or represented in the biggest ever cortege in Cavan. Teddy McCormack Saint Mary’s Terrace a member of the Staff of Cavan’s Anglo Celt sounded the Last Post on the trumpet in Killygarry graveyard. 

Annual Acies of the Legion of Mary held in Cavan  where members from all over the Diocese renew their vows and loyalty to Mary The Queen of the Legion. Father PJ Gargan CC officiated. 

Death of Thomas Smith Mitchell Street well known character in the town where he was universally popular. Native of Killynebber. Father PJ McManus officiated at the funeral from the Cathedral to Cullies.

Sub committee formed at Cavan CYMS with a view to organising an outing for the members later in the Summer.

April 18^th 1959 As an election looms Dr Ryan Minister For Finance introduces a Giveaway Budget. Pensions shoot up by 2/6 per week Income Tax down 6d in the £. Entertainment duties reduced for cinemas and dance halls with the abolishment of all duties on greyhound racing and professional boxing. Import duties abolished for 35 listed luxury items.

Death of the legendary Patrick Paddy Duffy Ashe Street on the 13^th April at his residence. Veteran of the Boer War. He was a gifted musician and a leading member of the Old Forester’s Brass and Reed Band. Founder  member and Musical Director of the De La Salle Flagelot Band. He was a brilliant teacher and very patient and kind with his pupils. He had  a small musical instrument’s shop in the front room of the house and it was the first dedicated music shop in Cavan. Survived by his wife sons daughters brothers sisters relatives and friends. Funeral from the Cathedral to Saint Brigid’s cemetery Killygarry.

Cathal Young Cavan Gaels and former Cavan Harps sharpshooter will play on the left wing in Sunday’s Ulster Junior clash with Antrim at Casement Park. Team K O Reilly Loch Gowna Tommy Molloy Drumalee Eamonn Matthews Virginia Seamus McMahon Kill/Drumgoon Pat Flood Drumalee Con Smith Cavan Gaels Donal Crotty Ballinagh Noel Hanley Crosserlough T O Reilly Cornafean Eamonn O Grady Belturbet Jimmy Sheridan Cavan Gaels Cathal Young Cavan Gaels Eamonn O Reilly Belturbet Pat Clarke Bailieborough and P Brennan Castlerahan. 1^st Sub Paddy Maguire.

Mrs Mary Dillon Wolfe Tone Street is knocked off her bicycle as she proceeded up Farnham Street returning from work in the Elmbank Hatchery. She was knocked down by a car emerging from Ashe Street and is detained in Cavan Surgical Hospital.

Joe O Rourke son of Teresa and the late Frank O Rourke The Market Square is made a presentation of a wallet of notes by Billy Morris on behalf of  his legion of friends in Cavan on the occasion of his emigration to Canada. Joe was a leading member of the Pavilion Musical Society and showcased his talents by singing ‘Ireland I Love You’ ‘Macushla Mo Croi’ and ‘I’ll Walk with God’. Joe will be met in Canada by his brother Charlie a qualified engineer.

Phyllis Lynch Stragelliffe daughter of Garda John and Mrs Lynch qualifies as a State Registered Nurse at Sussex County Hospital Brighton England.

Presentation to Father Thomas J Fay a member of the Maynooth Mission to China based in Singalong Manila Philippines.

John McCollum aged 9 Coranure is knocked off his bicycle as he returned from school and is detained in Cavan Surgical Hospital with a broken leg.

Death of Peter Maguire at his residence Great Water Street Longford. Survived by his wife brothers and sisters . He was a member of the well known Maguire family from Tullyco Cavan. Funeral from Saint Mel’s Cathedral Longford to Ballymacormac cemetery.  

Mary Teresa Grey Mons Terrace Cavan qualifies with Honours as a State Registered Nurse at Crumpsall Hospital Manchester. Teresa is daughter of the very well known Postman and World War 1 veteran Bobby and Mrs Molly Grey Mons Terrace .

Pictured is 2 year old Eddie Quinn dwarfed by a monster pike caught by his father Eddie in the Green Lake recently while Hugh P Doyle aged 10 is pictured holding a 5 ¾ lb brown trout caught on a spinner at Killykeen.

April 25^th 1959 Cavan Labour Exchange is being built at a cost of £13,000 at Dublin Road adjacent to Owen Roe Terrace. J McCabe Dublin are the Contractors while the Architect is P Maskill of the Board of Works.

Ian McAllen High Commissioner in China to be the new Irish Ambassador. He was bon in 1903 and educated at Hyner College Hull and Worcester College Oxford. Entered the Colonial Office at the age of 24.

Eileen Maloney and Kathleen Lunn on a two week Civil Defence course in Dublin. When qualified they will be able to act as Instructors Civil Defence in the Cavan area.

Antrim surprisingly beat Cavan in the Ulster Junior Semi Final at Casement Park Belfast 4-8 to 2-5. Only Pat Flood Jimmy Sheridan Eamonn O Reilly and Cathal Young enhanced their reputations. Cavan played second fiddle throughout and only scored 2 goals throughout the game but finished with a flourish of 5 points in the last few minutes. Scorers Cathal Young 1-3 Sean Byers 1-0 Eamonn Reilly and Pat Brennan 0-1 each.

Tragic death of the very popular Garda John ‘Big John’ Maguire following a fall down the steep stairs at Walter Ball’s Public House (Tommy’s Bar) on Wednesday night at the age of 53 at Cavan Surgical Hospital. Very courteous and efficient officer. He was on first name terms with all the people in the town and treated them as if they were extended members of his own family. Native of Garrison County Fermanagh he joined the Gardai in 1922 and served in Ballyconnell Finea and Monaghan coming to Cavan 24 years ago. John was known for his fairness decency courtesy and charity. Dispensing the law with mercy and forgiveness having a particular regard for the poor and deprived in the Community and championing the cause of the underdog. Survived by his wife Stella daughters Stella and Kathleen 4 sons Garda Peter and John Gerry and Dessie. Superintendent C Flood represented the Gardai and the local force formed a Guard of Honour walking on both sides of the Hearse to the Cathedral where the local CBSI Troop formed a Guard of Honour. Father Joe Dolan Adm officiated in the Cathedral while Father Patrick J Gargan presided at the interment in Garrison County Fermanagh.

Death of Mrs Smith Pullamore wife of Paddy just months after celebrating their Golden Jubilee of their marriage. A most delightful person she was loved and respected by all for her deep Christian virtues and her generosity to the poor and under privileged. Father Joe Dolan Adm officiated at the funeral from the Cathedral to Saint Brigid’s cemetery Killygarry.

Captain’s Prize at Cavan Bridge Club N/S Jim Leonard and Jim Rafter E/W Norman Cinnamond and George Maloney Junior.

Sarah Cullen will give this week’s lecture at Cumainn Seanchais Bhreifne.

May 2^nd 1958  Holy Father Pope John XXIII declares “that meat may be eaten on Friday May 1^st 1959 which is now dedicated to Saint Joseph the Worker”.

Neil Blayney Minister for Local Government announces that Gardai will from now on be allowed to vote in Local and Presidential Elections.

At a well attended public meeting in the Town Hall the Chairman of Cavan Show Society outlines the perilous economic position of Cavan Show Society which owes over £900 to the Bank. Alfred Myles Smith estimated that the assets of the Society amount to over £1,000 while the Showground’s are held on a 99 year lease at £30 per annum. In recent  years the Society have installed running water inside the ground together with a perimeter fence and a new shed to house the exhibits at a cost of over £600. The Committee decided to take up a door to door collection from the people of the town but Griffith Black Butcher Bridge street points out that it was not the people of the town’s duty to rescue the Show but the young farmers for whom the show was run who should now be asked to come forward and help and support the Show which  was in grave danger of going out of business.

Captain’s Prize for Ladies at County Cavan Golf Club Mrs Margaret English and Betty Hickey beat Kathleen Sullivan and Carmel McDonald.

Aisteoiri De La Salle with ‘An Gadai’ are placed 2^nd in the All Ireland Under 11 Irish Drama Festival at the Gaiety Theatre Dublin. The Producer was Rev Brother Cyril. Cast Philip Fitzsimmons Martin Maloney Andrew McEntee Peter Casey JJ Reilly Joseph Galligan Kevin Burke Gerard Carroll and Seamus Fitzsimmons.

George Maloney Junior and George Fairbrother Solicitors are the Winners of the Captain’s Beginners Prize at Cavan Bridge Club.

Death of Rev M Dolan PP VG Archdeacon of Kilmore at his residence in Manorhamilton at the age of 83. Educated at Saint Patrick’s College Cavan and Saint Patrick’s College Maynooth where he was ordained in 1902.Noted as one of the greatest ever Church builders in the Diocese of Kilmore leaving a sting of fine churches and schools in all of the centres he ministered in. Created a Domestic Prelate by Pope Pius XII in 1952 on the occasion of the Golden Jubilee of his ordination.

May 9^th 1959 Taoiseach Eamon De Velera and General Sean McEoin Fine Gael are the only candidates in the forthcoming Presidential Election on June 17^th 1959.

William P O Hanlon is elected President of Associated Irish Newspapers the representative body of the Irish Provincial Newspapers. John F O Hanlon Willie’s father was a founder member and President of AIN.

Jazz Competition pictured are 1^st Boy- Martin Kitson 2^nd Boy- Anthony Jackson 1^st Girls Vera O  Neill 2^nd Lizzie Mooney 3^rd Peggy Moore.

According to the members of Cavan Urban Council the new Fire Officer has over stepped the mark by cutting down the floor space available for Concerts Drama Festivals and Dances and the holding of public events in the Town Hall has now become totally uneconomic as a result of his drastic actions. The County Manager Dermot McCarthy agreed to contact the Fire Officer with a view to modifying the alterations to the seating capacity in the Hall.

John Murphy and Alphonsus Corr win the Ulster Colleges Senior Handball title for Saint Patrick’s College when they beat Saint Malachy’s Belfast over 2 legs in Belfast and Cavan 12-21 21-17 21-12 and in the only game played in Saint Patrick’s College 21-12. The will now play the Connaught Champions in the All Ireland Semi Final at the Ball Alley in the Garda Depot headquarters in the Phoenix Park.

Old May Day custom of decorating the entrances to homes with flowers and whin bushes in honour of Mary The Queen of the May is maintained in the College Street Emmett Place Wolfe Tone Street areas of the town.

Paul Johnston Saint Felim’s Place is presented with a wallet of notes at a Farewell Social in a packed Protestant Hall as he sets out to work in England.

Cavan CYMS and the Legion of Mary will organise this year’s annual pilgrimage to Knock which will leave Cavan by train with Invalid and Ambulance facilities.

May 16^th 1959 Patrick Dinneny Tully Killeshandra Fine Gael is co opted on to Cavan County Council to fill the vacancy created by the death of Senator Paddy Baxter ‘Saint Aidan’s’ Cavan

In an effort to awake interest in the annual Cavan Show Alfred Myles Smith announces a very attractive Pig Competition which will be sponsored by McCarren and Company. After hearing the full details Douglas Anderson seconded the motion.

New communication system at Cavan Garda Station will enable the Station stay in contact with squad cars and mobile border patrol units.

Cavan Boys Accordion Band recruit a record 20 new members aged 11 and  now include 3 Paolo Sopranos in the equipment with plans for at least one more this year. The accordions were supplied by Smyth’s 60 Main street Cavan who are agents for Walton’s the importers of Paoli Soprano in Ireland.

All roads lead to Thurles this weekend for the annual Fleadh Cheoil na hEireann where several Cavan musicians will once again be in contention for national honours.

May 23^rd 1959 D Halton Cycle Agent Cootehill is the  new World Trout Angling Champion following his victory in the competition on Lough Mask with a bag of trout weighing 4 lbs 8 ½ ozs. Known as ‘D’ he also received £150 in prize money and a valuable trophy. Multi talented he is a leading cyclist clay pigeon shoot and coarse and trout angling expert.

Death of Rose Anne Cusack Pottle Poles wife of the late Patrick Cusack. Known and respected for her deep Christian faith over a wide area. Funeral from Saint Brigid’s Church Killygarry to the adjoining cemetery.

De La Salle School parade behind the De La Salle Flagelot Band on their way to the Cathedral to celebrate the Feast of Saint De La Salle. Father PJ McManus was the chief celebrant with the School Choir being accompanied by Father AB McGrath CC on the organ. Later the pupils were entertained in the De La Salle school and treated to sweets biscuits and minerals with the School League commencing in the evening.

Peter Paul Brady Town Hall Street  and John McCaffrey 1 Tullac Mongan break the all time record for pike caught in the Derryheen/Inishmore area of the Rive Erne bagging an incredible 70 pike weighing from 1-6 lbs over a 3 day period.

Seamus Fay wins his first All Ireland Senior title for Lilting at the All Ireland Fleadh Cheoil in Thurles while John Higgins Lavey won the Senior Piccolo Michael Cauldwell Virginia won the  Senior Tin Whistle.

Garda James Kitson retires from the force. Joined the Gardai in 1922 and spent 37 years patrolling the streets of Cavan town. Native of Loonagh Ennis County Clare. First posting was to Cavan in 1922 but he subsequently was transferred to Monaghan and returned to Cavan in 1929. The Garda Commissioner Mr Costigan congratulated James on his long distinguished service with the force. Decent honourable man he dispensed justice with a huge degree of mercy and he will be  badly missed by the people of the town with whom he was on the friendliest familiar terms. Coming just after the death of his distinguished colleague ‘Big John’ Maguire it is a huge loss to Cavan and the Gardai. He is an excellent shot and enjoys a day’s fishing and is a founder member of Cavan Dog and Gun Club who are organising a farewell and presentation to James shortly. His colleagues in Cavan Garda station organised a social and presentation of a Dinner Service in the Barracks for James and his wife on the day he completed his term of duty.

May 30^th 1959 Over 3.000 people walk in procession at the Corpus Christi celebrations in Cavan where the monstrance was carried by Bishop Quinn flanked by members of the Garda Siochana. All the buildings along the route flew the Papal colours and many doorways were decorated with flowers and statues as the Monstrance passed with school children throwing rose petals in its path. Benediction was imparted by the Bishop assisted by Fathers Frank McKiernan and Augustine Leydon while Father PJ Gargan was MC. Teddy McCormack sounded the bugle at the blessing of the faithful with the monstrance in bright warm sunshine on the steps of the Cathedral. The hymns were sung both in procession and at Benediction by the Cathedral Choir with Conductor Father AB McGrath. The CYMS were in charge of the stewarding while the Cavan Labour Band played the Sacred Music during the procession.

Death of Andrew Galligan Poles and Brooklyn New York. Survived by his wife family mother brothers and sisters relatives and many friends here and in New York.

Cavan Gaels beat Butlersbridge in the 1^st Round of the Junior Championship in Belturbet 2-6 to 1-5. Fine sporting contest in ideal weather conditions where the mighty Mick McCarthy was by far the outstanding player afield. His brilliant high fielding and accuracy from either foot was a feature of a faultless display for the Gaels. Scorers Michael McCarthy 1-5 Paddy Maguire 1-0 Dessie Agnew 0-1 while the scorers for Butlersbridge were Ken Browne 0-5 and Paddy Reilly 1-0.

Last tram to  the Hill of Howth makes its final journey. Tram Number 9 is driven by Christy Hanway and the conductor is Alfie Reilly. The line opened in 1901 to connect Sutton and Howth stations via the summit to encourage residential and tourist development.

Anselem Lovett is  commissioned as a Second Lieutenant Mid Cavan Battalion FCA.

Sudden death of Elizabeth Clancy wife of the well known Ned Clancy Swellan Cavan at Cavan Surgical Hospital. She was a very popular resident and well known for her acts of Christian charity. She is survived by her husband Ned and young family. Father PJ Gargan CC officiated at the well attended and  representative funeral from the Cathedral to Drumcor cemetery.

Death of John J Cole Nahillah Park Cloverhill at the age of 85. He was a Dail Deputy for Co Cavan for 16 years and was an  extensive farmer specialising in pedigree cattle and horses. Started life as an Estate Agent and Auctioneer before taking up farming where he won many prizes at all the local shows for his pedigree Aberdeen Aengus and Shorthorn cattle. Native of County Down he qualified as a Chemist and later set up shop in Cavan town. Elected Independent TD for County Cavan in 1923 and served until 1932 and again from 1937 to 1938. He was County Cavan Grand Master of the Orange Order and was a member of Cavan Agricultural Committee. He was father of John J Cole County Council Redhills Joan Farris Cornaseer Viola Cole Nahillah Park and brother of TL Cole MBE Belfast. Father in law of RC Farris Solicitors Cavan. Very Rev Archdeacon Shire assisted by Canon RCH Turkington and Rev M Blackstock officiated at the funeral from Kilmore Cathedral where there was a capacity attendance representing al classes and creeds. Burial in Kilmore Churchyard.

Death of Richard ‘Dickie ‘ Black Church Street after a short illness in Dublin. Funeral met by a huge cortege on the outskirts of the town which accompanied the remains to Cavan Parish Church. Leading figure in the Agricultural and business life of Cavan. He was a native of Strokestown County Roscommon. Long time Secretary of Cavan Show. He was meticulous in his organisation and attention to detail. Secretary of the very popular Cavan Races which took place each year at Killymooney. He was the owner of a couple of very useful horses including the famous ‘Na Bach Leis’ which won several Point to Point races. He was an annual visitor to the Grand National at Aintree and was a very keen knowledgeable punter. He was the Cavan Manager for Gavin Lowe and foresaw the day when Marts would take over from the monthly fairs. He was founder and proprietor of Black’s Printers 100 Main Street. Survived by his wife Peggy sons Richard and Ivan daughters  2 sisters Ena and Olive. There was an overflow attendance at the Funeral Service in Cavan Parish Church where the Rev Archdeacon HW Shire officiated assisted by Rev Mr Corrigan Drung with burial in the New Cemetery Dublin Road.

June 6^th 1959 According to the latest statistics married people live longer than singles while Ireland has the largest pr ratio number of bachelors in the World with 31% single between the ages of 45-54.The average age for Brides in Ireland is 24 while the Groom average 27.

Death of Edward McGuiness former employee of McDonnell Bread and Grocery 61 Main Street (Helena’s) and 191 Waterloo Square London at Saint Giles’ Hospital London. Native of Ballybay he previously worked in Oldcastle. He was deservedly popular and very well known over a wide area. Survived by his wife daughter and son brothers sisters relatives and many friends. Funeral took place in London.

Provincial Press are not invited to the official opening of the new Hogan Stand which will accommodate 16,000 patrons. Official opening by Dr JJ Stuart President of the GAA while in the unavoidable absence of Dr John Chares McQuaid the stand will be blessed by Rev JJ O Reilly PP VG Saint Anthony’s North William Street while Sean T O Kelly will make one of his final appearances as President of Ireland. Connaught will play Munster in the Railway Cup Hurling decider later in the afternoon.

Garda James Kitson will  be the recipient of a special presentation from his colleagues in Cavan Dog and Gun Club on the occasion of  his retirement in the Imperial Hotel

Death of the very popular WRC ‘Cliff’ Reardon popular Cavan Banker. Transferred as Manager to the Clones Branch  Bank of Ireland just 2 months ago. Served in Boyle and Elphin before coming on promotion to Cavan in July 1939. He was Secretary and Treasurer Cavan Tennis Club. Treasurer Cavan Bridge Club. He was a prominent member of Cavan Golf Club and the Dog and Gun Club where he was a noted ‘good shot’. Survived by his  wife Eileen son and daughter. Huge cortege from Dublin to Kilmore Cathedral which was packed to capacity with all creeds and  classes represented. Burial in Kilmore Cemetery.

Cavan’s Royal School under music teacher Sylvia Craig are placed a commendable 2^nd in the prestigious Piggott Cup at Sligo Fheis Cheoil.

Garda Peter Maguire son of Stella and the late Garda John Maguire is transferred from College Street Garda Station Dublin to Granard.

Mary M O Hanlon Kilnavara daughter of Annie and the late Garda Peter O Hanlon Ballinagh passes her SRN Final exams with honours at Satin Alphonsus Hospital London.

June 13^th 1959 Smith’s Machinery secure an order worth over £600,000 from Hamburg for 200 rebuilt tractors. It is the first such order for the rebuilt Ferguson Tractors which up to now have been sold almost exclusively within Ireland with a small number exported to England.

Cavan secure a facile 2-9 to 0-4 win against a very poor Donegal team in the 1^st Round of the Ulster Championship in Ballybofey. Outstanding performances by Brian O Reilly in the Cavan goal and James Brady the bustling Cavan full forward who has been missing for a number of games because of his final Veterinary exams in UCD. They will now play Armagh in the Ulster Semi Final at Castleblayney.

Saint Joseph’s Young Priests Society President Gerry M Lovett Secretary Clare Brady Town Hall Treasurer Mary McGoldrick NT. Miss Keelan  NT has already recruited 60 new members in the Killygarry area and hopes to have 100 before the end of the year.

Sympathy is extended to Mrs JJ Campbell Dungannon on the death of her husband Dr JJ Campbell well known local physician and sportsman in the area. She was formerly Mary McGuiness eldest daughter of JJ McGuiness Town Clerk Cavan.

June 20^th 1959 Eamon De Velera is elected President of Ireland capturing 538,058 votes to General Sean McKeon’s 417,482 a majority for the outgoing Taoiseach of 120,576 with a poll of 60%. Sean Lemass will now replace Eamon De Velera as Taoiseach while the new President will  take over from two termer Sean T O Ceallaigh in Arus an Uachtarainn. Peter McDwyer’s first election since taking over as County Registrar in Cavan where De Velera took 13,913 votes to General Sean McKeon’s 10,869 a majority of 3,244.

Large attendance at the splendidly appointed soccer grounds in Kilmore as Cavan Shamrock’s defeat Kilmore/Killeshandra 4-0 with goals from R Lynch Sean Smith (2) and Eddie Murray. In form Shamrocks now play Border Rangers in the 1^st Round of the Duncan Cup next Friday. Team Gerry Maguire J Sheridan Dessie Maguire Martin Storey R Lynch Eddie Murray Gene Cullivan Eamonn McGovern Andy McGahon Michael Hyland and Sean Smith.

Ladies Open Competition won at Cavan Golf Club by the in form Margaret English with Kathleen Kenny Runner Up and Joan O Hanlon returning the Best Gross.

Mother Mel Cosgrave former Matron of Saint Phelim’s Hospital is appointed Diocesan Superioress of the Mercy Order. She is  presented with a wallet of notes and a silver salver on behalf of the patients staff and many friends in the Community at a Social in the Hospital by Paddy O Reilly Chief Clerk Saint Phelim’s Hospital. Sister Mel said in thanks that she had always wanted to visit Rome and Lourdes but never had the means or the opportunity but now she had both and would be visiting both places in the near future.

Forty years after making the first non stop crossing of the Atlantic a 14 foot memorial in Carlow limestone in the form of an aircraft fin is unveiled in Clifden county Galway to John Alcock and Arthur Browne by the Minister of Industry and Commerce Sean Lemass.

Cumainn Seanchas ~Bhreifne annual outing this year will be to Drumlane after the outstanding outing of last year when they visited Trinity Island Lough Oughter and Kilmore.

Saint Vincent De Paul appeal for funds as they visit 2,000 homes and distribute £600 in the local area last year.

Kathleen McEvoy daughter of Edward ‘Bates’ and Mrs McEvoy College Street is professed a nun at the Franciscan Missionary Convent Lough Lynn County  Roscommon.

June 27^th 1959 Sean Lemass is elected Taoiseach by Dail Eireann to succeed President Elect Eamon De Velera by 75 votes to 51. Paddy Smith is retained as Minister for Agriculture in the new cabinet. Sean McEntee is Tanaiste and Minister for Health James Ryan Minister for Finance Frank Aitkin External Affairs Oscar Traynor Justice Erskine Childers Lands and Forestry Jack Lynch Industry and Commerce Neil Blayney Local Government Kevin Boland Defence Michael Hilliard Posts and Telegraphs and Patrick Hillery Education.

Onslow Bredin Contractor acquires what is left of Corlurgan School when Cavan County Council under foreman Mathias Donnelly blow up the outer walls and Onslow takes away the rubble for filling at his latest building site at Earlsvale Road. Meanwhile Jack McCann steps into the breach by facilitating the Presidential vote in his home nearby and there was in fact the biggest turnout in the country amounting to a staggering 90% in McCann’s’.!

In a desperately close election PR is just retained in the Referendum by the Irish people by the slender margin of 33,667 votes. Most of the country areas where Fianna Fail have a majority went for ‘First By the Post’ including Cavan which voted 11,975 for abolition of PR and 11,677 Against a majority of 298 in favour of abolition. Counting in Cavan for the Presidential Election

and Referendum finished at 1:50 am on Friday morning with an exhausted Peter McDwyer announcing the results. Tributes are paid to Peter and his hard working efficient staff by Cmdt Sean Sheridan Fianna Fail Tom Fitzpatrick Fine Gael and Charlie Reilly Clann Na Poblachta.

Airmid O Hanlon off 36 the in form ladies’ player at County Cavan Golf Club beats sister in law Joan O Hanlon off 20 in the Farnham Cup Final 4 and 3.

Spinning on Lough Sheelin with his father Onslow Bredin Hugh P Doyle catches 5 monster pike weighing from 6-13 lbs which is a record for a 10 year old in Cavan.

Garda James Kitson is the recipient of a wallet of notes at Cavan Dog and Gun Club Social in the Imperial Hotel where the speakers laud James as “genuine expert sportsman and a courteous and efficient officer”. Speakers included Phil Reilly Imperial Hotel Maurice Jackson Willie O Hanlon ex Superintendent Joe Murray and John Reynolds Killeshandra.

July 4^th 1959 Josephine McEntee wife of Jimmy McEntee Church Street is co opted on to the Cavan VEC committee to fill the vacancy left by the death of Senator Paddy Baxter ‘Saint Aidans’ Cavan. Josephine a native of Maghera was proposed by Andy O Brien and seconded by Paddy O’ Reilly Murmod Virginia.

Philip A Brady at the age of 60 and a native of Mountnuggent County Cavan and presently living at Leicester Avenue Rathgar Dublin is elected Lord Mayor of Dublin.

Dan McDonald Fianna Fail is elected Chairman of Cavan County Council with Paddy Reilly Murmod Virginia Fine Gael elected as Vice Chairman.

Sudden death of the very popular and highly respected Catherine Breslin Shankill Poles. Widow of John Breslin. She is survived by her sons daughters brother sister and other relatives. Funeral from Saint Brigid’s Church Killygarry was one of the biggest and most representative ever seen in the area with burial in the adjoining cemetery.

Jimmy Moore wins the London Billiards Championship for the 3^rd time. He is a former member of Cavan CYMS and was a Shop Assistant in James Fox’s before emigrating. Jimmy is married to the former Caroline McGuinness also late of Cavan and is son of Edward (Postman) and Rose Saint Brigid’s Terrace Cavan. Jimmy is a former member of both Cavan Slashers and Cavan Harps and still plays for the London Champions as does his younger brother Seamus ‘Gazy’ Moore.

Harry B Dawson formerly ‘Keadue Lodge’ Cavan flies  in a charter of 81 from the USA for the  International Pioneer Rally in Croke Park.

Gus Kenny NT Farnham Road is elected Secretary of Cavan Show Society to fill the vacancy left by the recent death of RS Black Senior who was Secretary of the Society for over 25 years. His son  Richard is unanimously elected Assistant Secretary.

July 19^th 1959 Very Rev M Canon Kelly PP VG is appointed Archdeacon of the Cathedral Chapter.

The first 12 female recruits to the Garda Siochana are sworn in before Commissioner D Costigan at the Garda Headquarters in the Phoenix Park Dublin. Chosen from hundreds of applications from girls all over the country, the first Bean Gardai will be trained by Sergeant Doreen Prissick of the Liverpool Police Force.

In form Airmid O Hanlon wins the Ladies’ Captains Eileen Morgan’s Prize at County Cavan Golf Club. Margaret English who is playing outstanding golf this year won the Best Gross.

Cavan and Armagh finish level 0-13 to Armagh’s 2-7 in a thrilling Ulster Senior Football Championship Semi Final at Castleblayney. P Rooney of Down played 2 ½ minutes short time as Cavan looked like they would win the tie. Armagh led by 2-4 to Cavan’s 5 points at the interval but it was all Cavan in the 2^nd half. The teams will meet again at Saint Tiernach’s Park Clones with P Rooney of Down again in charge of the whistle. In the curtain raiser Cavan had a very one sided victory over a very weak Donegal 6-7 to 1-9  having led by 4-3 to Donegal’s 0-7 at the interval and would have won by a cricket score only that the forwards were inclined to over elaborate and miss the target.

Micheal O Hehir is pictured receiving the keys of his brand new Ford Zodiac from Maurice Jackson who is a personal friend and racing colleague of the famous Radio Eireann broadcaster. Micheal was on his way to relay the thrill and spills of the Ulster Senior Semi Final in Castleblayney to the rest of the nation.

Death of the very well known highly respected Thomas Flynn Cathedral Road at the Surgical Hospital Cavan. Well known business man in the town he was the proprietor of the ‘Ritz Bar’ in Church street for many years before selling the business to Frank Conlon. Builder of note he built 4 superb terraced houses on Cathedral Road. He was a long time member and Chairman of Cavan Urban District Council. Native of County Roscommon he was a member of Cavan Committee of the GAA and  also was noted for his outstanding work on the Pensions Committee where he championed the cause of the most vulnerable in our Society. He leaves a wife Nance a native of the Ballyhaise area one daughter Soraya and two sons Tommy and  Michael. Father PJ Gargan officiated at the large and representative funeral in the Cathedral of Saints Patrick and Phelim with burial in Cullies cemetery.

Cavan CYMS and the legion of Mary combine resources to bring 300 pilgrims by train to Our Lady’s Shrine in Knock. The Special train got as far as Ballyhaunis and a fleet of buses brought the pilgrims on the last 7 mile of their journey by road.

Joan McClean from Toronto together with her husband Danny McClean a native Canadian is holidaying with her mother Mrs Vincent Cullen ‘Saint Anne’s ‘ Cathedral Road.

Successful ICA Fete in Showground’s featuring the Maureen Cosgrave, Bella Power School of Dancing and the Cavan Boy Scouts Accordion Band. The event was sponsored by Cavan Brach CCE and McCarren and Company Bacon Curers Cavan.

Brendan Dunne playing off 24 shows his potential as a Golfer when he holes out his tee shot at the Par 3  156 yards 2^nd hole at County Cavan Golf Club. Brendan is only 6 weeks at the game and is tipped for star status in the near future.

Death of May Finnegan Corlurgan in a Dublin Nursing Home. She was a teacher by profession in the capital and was known and respected by  generations of children and parents in the Phibsboro area of the city where she was attached to many of the sodalities and religious activities in Saint Peter’s  Church Phibsboro. She was a sister of the late Bishop Patrick Finnegan and niece of Bishop Bernard Finnegan both Bishops of Kilmore. Survived by her nephews nieces relatives and friends. Father ABC McGrath officiated at the large and  representative funeral from the Cathedral of Saints Patrick and Phelim to Cullies cemetery.

Death of the very popular Brigid Higgins Farnham Hotel Staff. Survived by her sisters relatives and friends. Funeral took place from the Cathedral of Saint Patrick and Phelim to Cullies cemetery.

Death of Conor Reilly Merchant and Farmer Main Street. Native of Cornafean he was uncle of  Noel Brady who died in 2011 .Con was known and respected over a wide area and was in business in the town for many years. Survived by his sister Josephine Brady. Funeral from Coronea Church to the adjoining cemetery.

Patrick Farrell Military Row eldest son of Mr and Mrs J Farrell qualifies as a Solicitor and takes up his first appointment in Mullingar County Westmeath.

Marcella McDonald daughter of Mrs McDonald and the late Phillip McDonald Drapers Main Street and Tower Hamlet Cavan graduates from Fordham University New York with a Masters in Social Science. Marcella will continue her studies at Columbia University for her Doctorate in Social Science.

July 28^th 1959 Mystery Tour from Dublin arrives to Cavan Station with 850 people thronging the town and many enquiring the way to the sea as they are directed to Swellan Lake on a sweltering warm day. Each of the tourists paid 5/- return fare  and left Cavan delighted with their trip down the country.

Cavan qualify for another Ulster Final their 1^st since 1955 when they decisively beat Armagh 1-9 to 1-7 in the Ulster Senior Football Semi Final replay in Clones. Armagh scored a very soft goal in the last play of the game to put a respectable gloss on the game but Cavan were superior in all facets of the  game and  will be warm favourites to beat Down who are bidding for their very first Ulster Senior Crown. Cavan led by 0-5 to 0-4 at the interval. James Brady making a welcome return to the Cavan attack after missing the opening games because of exam commitments scored the decisive Cavan goal in the 22^nd minute of the 2^nd half.

Beatrice Maloney BSc passes her diploma with Honours at UCD. Beatrice is a teacher at Hall’s School Monkstown.

Father John Moore CC Southwark is on his annual visit to his home town of Cavan. His father also  named John was the former proprietor of McGinnity’s Licensed premises where Father John was born.

Charlie Smith Caretaker and Gardener at the Presbytery Farnham Street for over 50 years dies in Saint Phelim’s Hospital. Survived by a brother and sister.  Father PJ Gargan officiated at the well attended representative funeral in the Cathedral of Saints Patrick and Phelim to Saint Patrick’s cemetery Castletara.

Father J Cahill SJ a native of Chicago of Irish parents is staying with his uncles James and Frank Cahill Bridge Street. Father Cahill is presently studying at the Gregorian University in Rome. His father who emigrated from the Mohill area also has a brother Patrick Cahill living in the Cullentra area. He was ordained a priest in Chicago 3 years ago.

Charlie Murray Cathedral Road is home on holiday from Gibraltar and is staying with his father ex Superintendent Joe Murray in Cathedral Road.

August 1^st 1959 Thomas Brady Church Street agrees damages of £4,852 for damages to his  back suffered at McCarren and Company on January 12^th 1952 in the Supreme Court. In a negotiated settlement he was awarded the reduced some having been awarded £750 more at the last Supreme Court hearing. It is one of the longest personal injuries case ever heard in the state.

Match play Final at County Cavan Golf Club is won by WP O Hanlon (9) and the youthful John English (22) who beat Dermot Morgan (16) and Edward T O Hanlon (10) on the last green.

Soccer continues to flourish in Kilmore with the home team beating Armagh 3-2 at their well appointed grounds. George Pratt opened the scoring on 20 minutes with K Wray  equalising for Armagh. Robert Scott put Kilmore ahead just before the interval but Wray was back early in the second half for another Armagh equaliser before Ken Morris  scored the winner for the  home side.

Cavan Shamrocks defeated a Kilmore Junior side 6-0 with Sean Smith (3) Des Lambert PJ Carroll and Micheal Smyth scoring for the visitors.

Death of Hannah Florence Simpson 11 Owen Roe. She  was widow of the late Robert GNR and was a member of one of Cavan’s oldest and most respected families. She  was mother of Robert Simpson  Cavan UDC and was very popular with all classes and creeds in the Community. There was a large and representative attendance at the funeral from Cavan Parish Church to the New Cemetery on the Dublin Road.

Monsignor Thomas McGovern Francisco California is spending a holiday with his sister Mrs JL Keogan Hibernian Bank Cavan . He is accompanied by another sister Roisin. Father McGovern is a distinguished Past Pupil of Saint Patrick’s College Cavan.

‘Park View’ along with 3 ½ acres of land adjacent to Breffni Park are sold to Jim Mulvaney Annagelliffe for £3,750 formerly the property of MA O Reilly. Con P Smith was the Auctioneer while Tom Fitzpatrick had carriage of sale.

Death of the very popular and highly respected Walter Coffey Emmett Place at an early age. Native of Laois he was a Master Butcher in Black’s Bridge Street and was extremely popular with customers and staff. Outstanding angler. Most Sundays Walter would be down the water at Rann or Killykeen bringing the catch home on the bike along with his only son Phelim. For many years lined out with Cavan Slashers winning many trophies and tournaments with the town side. Survived by his wife Rose and son Phelim. There was a large and representative attendance at the funeral from the Cathedral of Saints Patrick and Phelim to Potahee cemetery.

All 34 members of the 86^th Catholic Scouts of Paris on hitch hiking tour of Ireland stay over at Cavan Scout Den and are entertained to high tea in the Ulster Arms courtesy of John Donohoe Scoutmaster.

Sean Walsh swims Lough Ramor both  ways a distance of 6 miles in 2 hours and 35 minutes . He is pictured being helped out of the water by boatman time keeper and helper Jimmy Stafford who is employed as a Shop Assistant in Pat McDonnell’s 61 Main Street and a native of Drogheda County Louth. Jimmy is an outstanding marksman for Cavan Gaels and Cavan Shamrocks. Sean Walsh who has plans to swim the North Channel will now attempt to swim from Warrenpoint to Omeath.

With the warm sunny weather continuing a highly successful Swimming Gala was held on Sunday at Swellan Lake. In the Open Swim of 150 yards Harry Hunt was 1^st followed by Sean Smith Saint Phelim’s Place with Jim Jermyn 3^rd. In the Under 16 event Harry Hunt was just too stylish for the fast finishing Fergie Moore from Saint Phelim’s Place. Walter Little gave a wonderful display of diving and recovery techniques which  was warmly applauded by the very large crowd. A Life Saving demonstration was given by the outstanding Cavan Search and Rescue team comprising Dessie Maguire Fergie Moore Patrick Woods and D Smith.

John Murphy later to be Adm in Cavan tops the Honours List at Saint Patrick’s College in the Leaving Certificate results. Outstanding performances from Sean Finlay Des Ormsby Oliver Plunkett Noel Donohoe and Tadhg Connolly. While in Loreto College Moya Sheridan and Geraldine Mullery are tops with outstanding results achieved by Mary C Smyth and Kathleen Lee.

Muriel Doherty wins the President’s Dorie Smith’s Prize at County Cavan  Golf Club.  Margaret English won the Best Gross while Mrs JP Smith won Section B.

Joan O Hanlon teams up with to win  the President’s Dr Bertie Cullen’s Prize at County Cavan Golf Club with Father Gilbride and Maureen McDonald Runner Up.

Cavan who are in full time training and expecting to have an extended run xn the All Ireland Championship are red hot favourites to beat an inexperienced Down seeking their first Ulster Championship in Saint Tiernach’s Park Clones. If as expected Cavan triumph on Sunday they will return to their training base in Bailieboro where they will prepare for the All Ireland Semi Final against either Leitrim of Galway. Cavan Minors will open proceedings with their game against Antrim in the Ulster Minor Final.

Cavan Gaels win the Junior Divisional Final defeating a poor Farnhan side 2-5 to 1-1 at Breffni Park. The Gaels led by 2-2 to 1-1 at half time.Scorers for the Gaels Eamonn Brady 0-3 Jimmy Stafford 0-1 Brian Gaffney 1-1 and Dessie Agnew 1-0 Farnham replied per Packy Dunne 0-1 and John Joe Dunne 1-0.Stars for the Gaels were Eamonn Brady Johnny Burns Michael Jermyn Eddie Quinn Paddy Murphy  while the losers were best served by Pat McKiernan John Joe and Packy Dunner. Referee Phil Brady Cormore.

Matthew Matty Connolly son of Tommy and Mary Connolly 58 Main Street qualifies as a Chemist MPSI at the College of Pharmacy UCD. Matty will operate from the ‘Royal Pharmacy’ adjacent to the Farnham Hotel while his brother Michael also MPSI will continue to assist his parents Mary MPSI and Tommy Dentist at 58 Main Street.

August 15^th 1959 T B Hospital at Lisdarn to close and be converted to a Medical and Maternity Unit at a cost of £42,000. Future patients suffering from TB will be transferred to Peamont and Blanchardstown Hospitals. The staff will be redeployed to Saint Phelim’s and Cavan Surgical Hospital.

Pick Pocketers run riot at Cavan V Down Ulster Final with 5 arrested and sentenced to 6 months imprisonment. Down ran rings around a strangely listless Cavan team winning their 1^st Ulster crown pulling up 2-16 to 0-7 in the bright sunshine which was matched in brilliance by a vintage Down display. Over 30, 000 sun soaked fans saw Down qualify for their 1^st ever All Ireland Senior Semi Final where they will play the Connaught Champions Galway who beat Leitrim on the score 5-8 to 0-12 at Countess Marckievicz Park Sligo before an attendance of 18,000. The Scorers for Down in the 1^st half were Brian Morgan 1-0 Paddy Doherty 0-6  Jarlath Cary 0-2 Kevin Mussen and Tony Hadden 0-1 each while Cavan replied with points from Charlie Gallagher and brother Brian to leave the interval score an incredible 1-10 to .0-2 in favour of the Mourne men. Down added to their tally in the second half per Tony Hadden 1-2 Kiernan Denver Sean O Neill Jarlath Carey and Joe Lennon 0-1 each while Charlie and Brian Gallagher were the only Cavan marksmen. The only discordant note in the hour was midway through the 2^nd half when Hugh Barney O Donohoe challenged the youthful Sean O Neill resulting in the Down subs and mentors briefly invading the pitch demanding that the hard but fair tackling Donohoe be sent to the line which resulted in the referee sending the Virginia Blues clubman to the line much to the dismay of the huge Cavan contingent in the 30.000  good humoured crowd.

In the curtain raiser at Clones Cavan managed to hold on to beat a fast finishing Antrim team 2-11 to 2-7 to win the County’s first Minor Championship since 1952 .

Gerard Cusack Saint Phelim’s Place takes 1^st place in the County Council Scholarship Exams while Mae Cullivan Alackan a student in Cavan Technical School and formerly Crubany NS wins a Scholarship to the Donegal Gaeltacht.

Three Platoons from Mid Cavan Battalion FCA led by Captain Jim Scanlon OC Cavan Battalion parade through the town accompanied by a colour party and Cavan Labour Band .At the end of the parade the Platoons boarded waiting lorries to take them to their 2 week training camp in Gormanston County Meath.

The numbers travelling by train to the Ulster Final were a record with 800 boarding at Cavan, 111 in Ballyhaise and 80 in Redhills. The Mullingar to Clones train carried a further 800 between stops at Crossdoney Ballywillan and Drumhowna in what could be the last ever train excursion to the Ulster Finals.

August 22^nd 1959 Cavan are underdogs as they play star studded  Galway in the curtain raiser to Sunday’s Senior Semi Final between Down and Galway in Croke Park Dublin. Cavan have only appeared in the All Ireland series 3 times 1937 1938 when they won the All Ireland and 1952 when they were well beaten by Galway in the Final.

The Minister for Justice appoints Richard Black a Peace Commissioner for Cavan and the surrounding counties.

Sympathy is extended to Arthur McKenna the Gate Lodge Lisdarn on the death of his mother Mary Anne McKenna Drinole Tullyco Cootehill.

Death of Brigid Boylan Derragarra Butlersbridge wife of Matthew Boylan at a very young age. She was know for her Christian virtues over a wide area and was extremely popular with all classes and creeds. She is survived by her husband son Andrew 2 daughters brothers and sisters. Father PJ McManus officiated at the large and representative funeral from Saint Aidans Church Butlersbridge to Cullies cemetery.

Great credit is due to John Sharkey for his superb job in  organising the annual Anglo Celt staff outing on the Shannon. The party left Cavan by coach and boarded the Saint Ciaran at Lanesboro journeying on the vast waters of the Shannon on a perfect day to Athlone where they disembarked for lunch in the well appointed ‘Shamrock Lodge Hotel’ followed by a tour of the town and home again via Jackson’s  luxury coach.

Sean ‘Spider’ Donohoe home on holidays from the American Army based in Germany with his parents JJ and Mrs Donohoe Rossa Place. Sean is a former member of the Anglo Celt staff and is a former Ulster boxing champion. He is employed with the famous New York Herald Tribune as s linotype operator.

In one of the greatest upsets in the history of the competition Cavan ‘steal’ a  place in the All Ireland Minor Final by beating a star studded Galway team 2-3 to 0-8 in the All Ireland Semi Final in Croke Park. After an initial lightening start which has been a feature of their campaign Cavan scored 1-1 in the first few minutes but Galway with their high fielding and fast interchanging play dominated the rest of the half and led by 0-5 to 1-1 at the interval. Galway continued to dominate giving a masterly performance of fielding passing and kicking in the 2^nd half but their efforts to score were thwarted by a superb full back line of Hugo Cafferty Fintan McKiernan and Finbar Reilly while John Boyle in the Cavan goals brought off some fantastic saves. Galway were unable to convert their territorial advantage and  Cavan struck for another goal and a point in the closing stages mainly inspired by Phil ‘Lightening’ Murray. Cavan will now play Dublin in the All Ireland Minor Final.

Down totally flopped in the All Ireland Senior Semi Final when they were soundly trashed by an experienced Galway team 1-11 to 1-4. Scorers for Down Sean O  Neill 1-0 Paddy Doherty Brian Morgan Jarlath Carey and Patsy O Hagan 0-1 each. Galway replied per Sean Purcell 1-6 Frank Eivers 0-2 Joe Young Mattie McDonagh and Laide 0-1 each.

Sean Walsh successfully completes the 13 mile swim off the sea in Newcastle county Down in preparation for his attempt on the North Channel .Sean entered the water at 3 am and emerged very exhausted but satisfied with his fitness and training at 11 am.

Cavan Boy Scouts numbering over 40 members under their Scoutmaster John Donohoe return from their annual camping holiday in Skerries county Dublin. Many of them attended the two All Ireland Semi Finals in Croke Park  while shopping trips were organised to Dundalk Drogheda and Dublin. The Band entertained the visitors and residents of Skerries  and took up a generous collection which will defray expenses of the trip.

Sergeant Patrick Manning from Glangevlin replaces Sergeant Michael Fitzgerald in Cavan Garda Station. Sergeant Fitzgerald is transferred to the Depot in the Phoenix Park.

Michael Dowd Town Clerk Ennis is appointed Chief Accountant Donegal County Council. He is a former Clerical Officer with Cavan County Council Staff Officer Dundalk and Town Clerk Clones.

September 5^th 1959  The Inland Fisheries Trust in association with Cavan Anglers Club restock Annagh Lake with 100,000 Shista Rainbow Trout who are voracious feeders and fierce fighters. Maurice Leggett and John Young Superintendent Inland Fisheries were in charge of operations on Annagh Lake where the lake is 51 feet deep in places. The lake will be closed for two years. Cavan Anglers Club Chairman Father Malachy Byrne Vice Chairman Michael J Smith Treasurer Vincent Bartley Secretary Tommy Donohoe.

Cavan Gaels and Crosserlough draw 2-2 to 0-8 in a thrilling County Senior Semi Final at Breffni Park. The game was timed to start at 4.15 but didn’t get underway until 5 o clock. Jimmy Sheridan was Man of the Match every time he got the ball there was an air of expectation from the crowd as he scored 2 goals in the first half and a point from Cathal Young from a free left the  Gaels ahead 2-1 to 0-4 at half time.The Gaels half back line of Paddy Lyons Jim Meehan and Jim McDonnell were outstanding while  the shouts and cheers of Foley O Rourke in the Cavan goals could be heard loud and clear inspiring his colleagues to ‘no surrender’ . The Gaels faded badly after the interval but their resolute defence held the Crosserlough marksmen in a vice like grip while Cathal Young came to the rescue once again with a late point from a free. Gaels John  ‘Foley’ O’ Rourke Hugo Cafferty Colm Smith Harry Dowd Jim McDonnell Jim Meehan Paddy Lyons T Smith John McVeety Noel Donohoe Cathal Young Con Smith Mick McCarthy Jimmy ‘Inky’ Sheridan Phil ‘Lightening’ Murray.

September 12^th 1959 Cavan Market House to be knocked and the space converted into a Car Park. Without prior consultation the Council’s tenants the Labour Band ICA and Boxing Club will be moved to sheds further down the Market Yard.

Cavan Show Committee 1959 President PN Smith Vice President Lord Farnham Secretary Gus Kenny Assistant Secretary Richard Black Treasurer Douglas Anderson. Committee Dr MA Cooney  FR McNulty AH D Gordon Cyril Anderson George V Maloney Junior Andrew McCarren V Pollock W Mulligan Norman Cinnamond Andrew Boylan and  James A Dawson. The Show held in ideal weather conditions with the sun beaming down after one of the driest and warmest years on record. There were over 1.800 entries a record attendance and sell out crowd at the Annual Show Dance in the Town Hall. Great credit is due to the new Secretary Gus Kenny and his assistant Richard Black. Knitted Articles 1^st Laurie McConnell 2 Ashe Street Cavan. Embroidery in Wool Valerie Henderson Medical Hall Church Street. Fine Lace Kathleen McKenna Main Street. Matinee Coat Eilish O Neil Bridge Street. Machine Knitting Kathleen Lyons Latt Cavan. Summer Frock Miss M Sheils Techincal School Cavan. Tea Cloth Miss Mairead Fitzsimmons Technical School. Home Made Furniture Oliver Higgins Shankill Cavan. Soda Bread Bridgie Smith Dromkeen. Wheaten Bread Eileen Maloney Farnham Street. Griddle Bread Myrtle Henderson The Medical Hall Church Street. Boxty Cake Bridgie Smith Drumkeen. Sandwich Cake Mrs J Armstrong Edermine. Plum Cake Mrs J Meehan 33 Saint Phelim’s Place. Strawberry Jam Doreen Connolly Ballinagh. Blackcurrant Jam Mrs James Dawson Keadue Lodge. Raspberry Jam Mrs John Kenny Legaland Crossdoney. Bottled Fruit Mrs Myrtle Henderson 2^nd Alice McConnell 2 Ashe Street.

Cavan Gaels are well beaten by Crosserlough 1-10 to 2-3 in the replay of the County Senior Championship Semi Final. The holders now play Junior Champions Virginia Blues in the  decider. The turning point came mid way through the first half when marksman supreme Jimmy Sheridan limped off injured with heavy bruising to his leg. Crosserlough led by 1-3 to 0-2 at the interval. Kevin Smith replaced Jimmy Sheridan while veteran Eddie Quinn came on for T Smith. Crosserlough were by far the better team and only poor marksmanship restricted the margin of their win.

Seamus ‘Gazy’ Moore flies back to London to assist his club Shamrocks into the London County Final. Immediately after the game ‘Gazy’ caught a flight from Heathrow to resume his holiday with his parents Ned and Rose Moore Saint Brigid’s Terrace. He is accompanied by his wife and young son.

Cavan Shamrocks defeat Drumaloor 3-2 away.Joe Mulcahy struck once while Paddy Woods was man of the match with 2 wonderful strikes. Ivan McClelland Connolly Street was a very fair and efficient referee.

Philip McMenamin from Kilnaleck heads up the Honours list at Saint Patrick’s College Inter Cert results. Emmanuel Kennedy a very young Ray Carolan Alan O Hanlon Tommy Monaghan Kieran Cullivan and Micheal Smyth receive honourable mention.

Record enrolment of 150 students at Cavan Techincal School.

Mary Smyth and  Joe Berwick who are getting married shortly are the recipients of a presentation of a silver tea service which Gerry Lovett presented on behalf of the Cavan Players at a function in the Railway Hotel which is owned by Mary’s parents Mary and the late Tommy Smyth.

September 19^th 1959 Russian Cosmic Exploration Capsule with the Russian flag on board hits the moon on Sunday night travelling at 2 ¾ miles per second in the triangle of the Sea of Vapours Sea of Tranquillity and Sea of Serenity. The Russians are not making any territorial claims to the moon-yet !

TDs have voted themselves an increase in allowances to £7000 per annum which is tax free. Similar pay structure and bonuses are proposed for the Senate. This is the first rise in the pay/expenses structure since 1947.

Big upset in Junior Championship as Drumalee despite having the lions share of procession go down to Cavan Gaels 1-3 to 0-3 at well attended Breffni Park. Starting like a whirlwind forcing seven 50 yard frees from which they scored nothing. Pat Flood Tommy Mulloy and Donie Fay were prominent for Drumalee. The Gaels led by 1-1 to 0-3 at half time. In the second half Drumalee ran out of steam and Sean Galligan and Dessie Agnew added points for the Gaels to send the Gaels into the Divisional Final as Drumalee failed to score at all in the 2^nd half. Best for the Gaels were Richard Cassidy Paddy Duffy Michael Cooke Tony McConnell midfielders Brian O Reilly and Paddy O Rourke forwards Michael Jermyn John Gear Eamonn Brady Sean Galligan and Dessie Agnew.

Despite an early goal from the outstanding Michael Hyland Cavan Shamrocks are held to a draw by a late J Kelly goal for the homesters at Drumaloor.

Cavan Rugby Club AGM  President Dessie Tweedy Vice President Lord Farnham Rev John Anderson Eddie Carson Rev RCH Turkington GV Maloney Senior Maurice Jackson JR Halpin G McNeill Ross N Creamer J Galbraith Tom McCarren J Byers C Nash W Gamble JA Thompson R Moore Captain C Shekelton Vice Captain D Flanagan Secretary CR Anderson Treasurer R Adams Farnham Match Secretary D Flanagan Bank of Ireland Committee Norman Cinnamond Brendan Jenkins George V Maloney Junior and M O Dwyer.

George Maloney Junior wins the Flynn Cup for fly fishing on Lough Sheelin. George also led his team of Norman Cinnamond and Poppy McNamara to the team prize and 27 boats participated in the competition.

Virginia Blues the Cavan Junior Champions who play hot  favourites the holders Crosserlough in Sunday’s Senior County Final are seeking to emulate Lavey in 1951 and Cootehill in 1953 when they won the Junior and  Senior Championships in successive seasons.

September 26^th 1959 Virginia Blues are the new Senior Champions beating Crosserlough3-3 to 1-6 in ideal weather conditions at Breffni Park before a crowd of 3,957 who paid gate receipts of £316.Virginia were winning their 3^rd title with teams from  the town having won the title in 1916 and 1919. Bigger stronger hungrier Virginia had the Man of the Match in captain Eamonn Matthews who was here there and everywhere and gave a memorable performance of leadership and determination. Virginia led by 1-2 to 0-2  at half time.

Presentation to the very popular Patrick J Maguire Porter in the Surgical Hospital who is emigrating to England. Very popular and known throughout a wide area, Patrick will be a great miss to the staff and patients at the Hospital.

Presentation to Seamus and Sile Bean De Faoite in the Town Hall on the occasion of their recent marriage. The presentation was made by JJ Smith and Mick Quigley President and Vice President of the Cavan Dancing Club while MC was Rev Mark Mimnagh CC Granard.

The Minister for Posts and Telegraphs announces that a new Telephone Kiosk will be constructed adjacent to the Bus Office in Cavan.

October 3^rd 1959 Cavan after a very bright start are beaten by Dublin 0-11 to 1-4 in the All Ireland Minor Final at Croke Park Dublin. Cavan led by 1-4 to 0-4 at half time but were over run in the second half by a bigger stronger Dublin team where centre field Des Foley was Man of the Match. In the Senior Final a younger fitter hungrier Kerry beat an older listless Galway 3-7 to 1-4 to win their 19^th Senior All Ireland title with Sean Murphy Man of the Match before an attendance of 85,897. Proof again that ‘ old men never win All Irelands’!

Loreto Past Pupils Union hold their annual Golf Outing at County Cavan Golf Club with Maureen McDonald  playing off 19 the winner returning 68 runner up was Angela McDonald Clones off 23 with a 69. Best Gross was the lady in form for 1959 Margaret English playing off an impressive 12 for an 85.

Cavan Chamber of Commerce commend the efforts of Cavan Tourists Association in promoting tourism to the area and grant aid the organisation to the tune of £30. They are also writing to CIE with regard to their future plans for Cavan transport and the future of Cavan Railway Station. They also decide to ask Cavan UDC to erect a fence around the Franciscan Abbey in Abbey Street.

Meeting is called to organise Cavan’s first Musical Society in the Town Hall.

Harvest Thanksgiving in Cavan Methodist Church is conducted by Rev TJ Crabbe Bailieborough with music by the Male Voice Choir.

October 10^th 1959 CIE announce that Cavan Railway Station is to close and the building sold. Rail Services will immediately be replaces by road services and an Area Superintendent has already visited the Station and informed all employees of the decision.

Driest year in living record continues to wreck havoc as severe water shortage impacts on Cavan. Fears are  now  being expressed that in the event of a serious fire not enough water is available to fight the blaze while it is feared that all water supplies will run out in the next two weeks. The total rainfall for the 1^st 9 months is only 19 ½inches which is the lowest since 1922 when only 18.90 inches of rain fell. There were only 9 wet days in September giving a miserable downpour of only 2.22 inches.

Saint Louis Convent Monaghan celebrates its centenary. Dignitaries of Church and State join with the convent in celebrating the centenary Mass in Saint McCartan’s Cathedral Monaghan. Saint Louis Convent Monaghan was the first of the Order’s foundations in Ireland and was founded by 3 nuns in 1859 having collected between them £19-19-6.

Cavan beat Dundalk by 6-3 or 2 tries to 1 at the Royal School Grounds. Cavan were coasting to  victory when Gareth Cooney was injured and had to leave the pitch with Dundalk exerting unbearable pressure on the weakened Cavan team who heroically held out to the cheers of their many supporters. Scorers were McKay and Dawson for Cavan with Cameron replying for the visitors. John English Keating and Scott were superb for the hosts. Team RB Johnston JT English George V Maloney R Scott CJ Cinnamond JD Flanagan JB Stokes CC Shekelton KG McKay FA O Doherty GV McConville DA Harrison Tom Dawson Philip A Cullivan and JP Farry.

Musical Society 1959-1960 Chairman Father ABC McGrath Vice Chairman Maisie Magee Secretary Danny Kelly Treasurer Sean Bergin Committee George V Maloney Junior Nellie McIntyre Joan O Hanlon G Cunningham Seamus Fox and Leo McDonald. Annual Membership now due at 2/6 per annum.

Rev Brother Gerald CSSR makes his final profession at Saint Gerard’s Novitiate Keswood Ontario. Brother Gerald is the former Gerry Kinsella and is a past member of Cavan Boy Scouts and Cavan Rugby Club. He is son of Edward and Elizabeth Kinsella (Nee Reilly)Tullacmongan Cavan.

Cavan Players 1959-1960 Chairman John Aherne Vice Chairman Gerry Lovett Secretary Marie McGinnity Treasurer Kay McKay Committee Andy O Brien NT Jimmy G Mallon Seamus Gilheaney NT Joe Duffy Paddy Young and Maggie McCabe.

Cavan Dancing Club 1959-1960 President JJ Smith Vice President Michael Quigley Chairman Seamus De Faoite Vice Chairman Tony O Dowd Secretary/Treasurer Bridie Galligan Committee Sile Bean De Faoite Una Healy Mrs Higgins Claire Brady M/S P O Sullivan BA JJ Smith Bill O Hanlon  Michael Quigley Sean Woods Vincent McCaffrey Sean Sharkey Patrick Woods Jim Logue Benny Hannigan John Drum and S Mac Cioca Og.

October 17^th 1959 Cavan County Council are to build a new road from Drumullen to Rann Point and erect a Bridge across Killykeen to link the Cavan and Killeshandra tourist areas. Dermot McCarthy County Manager expects the programme to cost £30,000 and to receive 100% Grant Aid on account of the tourist potential.

Receipts at Cavan Show are a record £80 above the previous records set in 1955 while entries and exhibits are also a record as well as receipts from the annual Show Dance in the Town Hall. The new Secretary Gus Kenny receives a standing ovation for the quality of his work and organisational ability and quickly deflects all praise from himself to his Assistant Richard Black son of the legendary RS Black whose death occurred earlier this year after serving the Society as Secretary for a record 25 years.

Death of the well known highly respected Mary Ann McDowell 16 Breffni Terrace. Survived by her husband Charles son brothers sisters and grandchildren. The funeral from the Cathedral of Saints Patrick and Phelim was large and representative with burial later in Cullies cemetery.

Fermanagh win their 1^st ever All Ireland title when they won the Junior All Ireland beating London 1-11 to 2-4 at well attended New Eltham London. Over 10,000 people meet the victorious team on the outskirts of Enniskillen on Tuesday night. Gigantic bonfires blaze on the surrounding hills as 6 Bands join the parade from Jail Square to Paget Square in the heart of Enniskillen. Among the distinguished guests on the Welcoming Party were Thomas Fee Secretary Fermanagh County Board. Both the Ulster and All Ireland trophies were feted on the night.

20 Adult Students are attending boat building classes in the Farnham Hotel under the auspices of Cavan VEC and Cavan Anglers Club with Kilnaleck based Finian O Callaghan giving instructions. It is hoped that the class will build 8 boats costing £32 by Easter. The boats are 18 footers suitable for Lough Sheelin and the River Erne and would cost at least £65 if purchased in the shops.

Death of Patrick G Lynch late of The Central Hotel Bridge Street and Salthill county Galway at the age of 48 when his car was in collision with an oil tanker in county Laois. Outstanding member of Cavan Slashers GFC winning a County Senior Championship medal in 1941 when the Slashers beat Cornafean in the Final at Breffni Park. He was a coal miner and for many years lived in Carrick on Shannon before moving to Salthill Galway.He leaves a wife and 10 young children.

100,000 rainbow trout are released into the icy waters of Annagh Lake from the Angler’s Club’s Hatchery at Moynehall. The fry cost £18 per 1,000.

Cavan Bridge Club 1959-1960 President Surgeon Bertie T Cullen Captain Cyril Arnold Secretary Kathleen Sullivan Treasurer Maureen McDonald Committee Rev Father Sean O’ Reilly Saint Patrick’s College Surgeon Paddy Maloney Dermot Morgan Gerry Hunt BDS and Jim Leonard.`

October 24^th 1959 James Dillon is elected leader of Fine Gael in succession to General Richard Mulcahy. James Dillon is 59 son of John Dillon last leader of the Irish Inter Party in the House of Commons. Native of Ballaghadreen County Mayo he was first elected to Dail Eireann for Donegal, James later transferred to Monaghan. Minister for Health in Inter Party Government of 1948, he also served in James Costello’s Inter Party Government of 1954 when he was Minister for Health. Gifted orator he is reckoned to be among the  greatest public speakers since Daniel O Connell.

Drumalee gain full revenenege on the Gael’s for their recent Championship dismissal when they hammer the Gaels  4-9 to 2-1 in the Junior League having led by 2-6 to 1-0 at the interval. Doney Fay Tommy Molloy and the returning Mickey Walsh were the stars for the impressive Drumalee outfit while only Eamonn ‘ Buttons’ Brady showed any resemblance of form for a lack lustre Gaels outfit.

CYMS 1959-1960 President Charlie Leddy Vice President Tommy Connolly Secretary Eddie McEneaney Treasurer Larry Clarke Spiritual Director Father PJ Gargan CC. Committee Brian Finlay Paddy O’ Reilly Tommy Nee and S O Mahoney. Father Gargan indicates that the Club may stay in their present accommodation for at least another month as plans to build the new Presbytery  and Parochial Centre at only at a preliminary planning level.

Raymond Brady Upper Main Street a 4^th year student in Maynooth is conferred  with his BA Honours degree at Saint Patrick’s College Maynooth. Raymond is son of Maurice and Kay Brady (Nee Magee) well known drapers Upper Main Street.

Cavan Bridge Club N/S George V Maloney and Norman Cinnamond E/W Jim Leonard and H Carthy.

Dog and Gun Club 1959-1960 Chairman Eugene O Reilly Vice Chairman WP O Hanlon Secretary Jimmy McEntee Treasurer Phil Reilly Committee Father PJ Gargan Ned McKiernan Barney Connolly Tom Maguire Brian Smith Jim Fahy A Smith and Vick Bredin.

October 31^st 1959 Worst storm in many years hits the area with disruptions to ESB supplies due to many fallen trees blocking roads. Many TV aerials in the area are down and slates off roofs while the goal posts in Breffni Park were blown down and the corrugation surrounding the stadium blown away as winds reached an incredible 100 MPH.

Death of Brigid McPhillips  late Coolboyogue and Swellan Cavan. She was wife of Patrick ex GNR and was deservedly popular over a wide area. The funeral from the Cathedral of Saints Patrick and Phelim was large and representative reflecting the high esteem in which the family are held. Burial later took place in Butlersbridge cemetery with Father PJ Gargan officiating.

Rev Monsignor Patrick Flaherty on visit to his uncle Joe McKiernan the ‘Shamrock Hotel Rossa Place. He also visited his relations in the Coolbawn Potahee area and visited Potahee Church to view his mother’s Baptismal records where she was baptised 84 years ago.

Sympathy is extended to Josie O  Neill Farnham Road on the death of her mother May Larkin Enniscorthy which occurred at Farnham Road during the week. She was mother in law of PJ O Neill Sports Editor of the Anglo Celt. Funeral took place in Enniscorthy county Wexford.

Paddy and Peggy Weir together with their 2 year old  son are on holidays at 9 Jubilee with parents Billy and Baby Weir. Later they returned to Canada joined by William Weir Junior.

Joe Smith Tailor retires as Tailor in Saint Phelim’s Hospital and is congratulated by the Matron on his excellent quality of his work for over 40 years and is the recipient of a wallet of notes from the staff patients and colleagues. Ken Browne and his Band supplied the music.

November 7^th 1959 Cavan Market House to be demolished by a unanimous decision of the Cavan Urban Council where the  building is described as an ‘eye sore’. The demolition of the old building will cost £125. Originally a Court House and the focal point of the town it was purchased from Lord Farnham in 1923 for £5,500 and converted into a Market. Famous as the centre of Cavan Butter Market it was a hive of activity and many of the leading professions and businesses had adjacent shops and offices including George Maloney Cavan Harps Cavan Labour Band etc. In the days before the building of the Town Hall it was Cavan’s centre of amusement and entertainment with many old time music hall concerts in the gas lit Market House. Acts came from all over Great Britain and Ireland to entertain the many patrons here. Originally a Court House. Lord Farnham purchased the Market House from Cavan Grand Jury in 1827 to be the Market House for the town of Cavan.

Kathleen Good Drumnagart Belturbet wins the ESB sponsored county Cavan Baking competition with Kathleen Tully Raffina Belturbet winning the Junior Championship. Myrtle Henderson Medical Hall Church Street Cavan and Mrs O Reilly were the judges of the competition.

Disappointing performance by Cavan in the first round of the Ulster Junior Rugby Cup by Dromore away. They need to improve considerably to avoid an early exit from their forthcoming Provincial Towns Cup fixture. They will look to some members of the B Side who play the Royal School next Saturday to strengthen the side. B Team C H Keating BR Neil MV O Boyle Niall Walshe Ivan McClelland JB Stokes VG McKay RB Johnston George R Pratt DA Harrison JM Farrelly Phil C Cullivan and Norman C Moore. Intensive training continues each Tuesday and Thursday in Royal School grounds Kilnavara.

Bargain stalls and Bazaar are the final items in Cavan Parochial week with big crowds each night. A feature was the performance of the Cavan Players with ‘Two Dozen Yellow Roses’ which was packed to the rafters and enthusiastically received by the local audience.

Clarence Bates a native of Gibraltar is touring the area on his  bike and trailer and entertaining the local schools in the area. He has hitched hiked all over Europe since 1945 visiting France Belgium Austria Italy Switzerland Luxembourg Britain and Ireland. Clarence a master show biz personality headed straight for the Anglo Celt to publicise his arrival in the Cavan area his first appearance here since 1957.

November 14^th 1959 It never rains but it pours ! After the driest year in living record when only 19 inches of rain fell for the first 9 months. October brings a welcome 6.15 inches of rain and was the wettest month since December 1956. The heaviest rain fall was on the 10^th of October when 1.68  inches fell in the area.

Heart disease is now the biggest killer accounting for over 30% of all deaths in the State during 1957 while TB now only claims 2% of the population.

Professor James Carney of the Dublin Institute of Advanced Studies in association with Cumainn Seanchas Bhreifne launches his book ‘Genealogical History of the O Reilly. Produced by O Gorman Limited Galway and published by Cumainn Seanchas Bhreifne it is available from Brid Sheridan Cavan County Library or Father Frank McKiernan Saint Patrick’s College Cavan.

Maria Catherina Smith daughter of Paddy Minister for Agriculture and Mrs Smith Cootehill marries  Patrick J Fay son of Mary and the late Daniel Fay Lislea Cootehill in Corrick Church Cootehill where Bridesmaid was Bridie Fay and Best Man was Thomas Fay sister and brother of the Bridegroom. Father L Corr PP was the main celebrant assisted by Father Gaffney CC and Father Thomas A Tiernan CC.

November 21^st 1959  Petroleum Distributors on nationwide strike brings all flights in and out of the country to a halt and only emergency cases are being served petrol in the Cavan area as strict rationing Is introduced.

New Income Tax System to be introduced from next October entitled PAYE by the Minister of Finance. Anybody earning £6 per week or less will pay no tax at all. Maximum relief available £18-3-0 per annum.

Death of Mary Cullen Gartnasilla and late of Oldtown wife of Thomas. Native of the Ballyconnell – Corlough area, she was extremely popular and well known in the area. Survived by her husband Thomas brothers and sisters relatives and friends. She was only married 1 year ago. Funeral from the Cathedral to Corlough cemetery.

Cavan Bridge Club N/S Kathleen Brady and George Fairbrother E/W Miss Ann McEneaney and Maggie Hickey.

Gramophone recital in the Farnham Hotel is given by Samuel Johnston and Vincent Pantony. Next week Phil Cullivan will be the recitalist.

November 28^th 1959 Pope John XXIII celebrates his 78^th birthday with all flags and buntings at full mast in Vatican City as the Pope receives the usual crowds of pilgrims at his weekly audience in Saint Peter’s Square.

Petrol strike is settled as the workers return to work and Ireland returns to normal after nearly 10 days of Industrial Action.

Death of Rosanna Lee Shankill Lower at the residence of her son Packy Joe Bridge Street. She was widow of the late James Lee farmer Shankill. Highly popular resident she was well known and highly respected over a wide area where she was particularly noted for her Christian values and unbound less charity to those less well off in the community. Survived by her sons relatives and friends. Father PJ McManus officiated at the well attended representative funeral from the Cathedral of Saints Patrick and Phelim to Saint Brigid’s cemetery Killygarry.

Castlerahan win the Junior Championship beating 3-6 to 2-2 . Castlerahan played with the strong wind in the first half and got off to a flying start when they scored 2 early goals. Coming up to half time they struck again with a goal and a point to lead at the interval 3-3 to 1-1. As the second half was starting a deluge of rain fell making conditions almost impossible and scores hard to come by but Castlerahan kicked on to win the Junior Final in convincing style.

Tom Maguire the famous Cavan and Ulster footballer retires from the Garda to take up a position as Home Assistance officer for the Ballyconnell area. His father the late Joseph Maguire held the position with great distinction for many years.

~Frank Lee well known farmer and milk supplier Tullyco Cavan weds Alice T Coyle Longford Road Arva in the Cathedral of Saints Patrick and Phelim Cavan. The Bridesmaid was Nancy Hughes Gown sister of the Bride while the Best Man was Patrick Lee Castlepollard cousin of the Groom. Father AB McGrath CC officiated.

Harry Cusack Ballyjamesduff will give the recital at the first meeting of Cavan Jazz Club in the Railway Hotel.

Death of the very popular and very well known Felix McGovern ex NT Kilmore Ballinamore. He was very prominent in GAA circles in both Cavan and Leitrim as both an outstanding player and administrator. Native of Coraleehan Ballinamore he qualified as a teacher at Saint Patrick’s Training College Drumcondra Dublin and taught in Aghaconey Ballinagh county Cavan Gortahose Carrigallen and latterly Principal in Kilmore Ballinamore. Outstanding footballer he won an Ulster Senior Championship medal with Cavan in 1915. During his time in Cavan he played with Crosserlough winning a Senior Championship medal in 1919. During this time he was not only a player for both Cavan and Crosserlough but represented his Club as a delegate to Cavan County Board where his arguments were always well made and delivered in a most convincing courteous manner. Later he was to serve as Connaught representative on the Central Council of the GAA from 1934-1936. Founder member of Cavan Branch INTO he served on the National Executive Council for many years representing both Cavan and Leitrim at the annual conference. Bishop Quinn presided at the enormous funeral in Upper Drumreilly Church where over 200 clergy were in attendance. He was predeceased by his wife  Mary T nee Mulligan and is survived by his sons Father Felim McGovern Saint Patrick’s College Gerard Ford Motor Company Cork daughter Zeta McGovern Munster and Leinster Bank Rathfarnham Dublin brothers M/s Peter Francis in Dublin and Michael in Ballinamore sisters Brigid O Hara Matilda Curran and Elizabeth McGovern.

December 5^th 1959 Tragic fire at the residence of Paddy and Mrs Walshe Plumbers Ballyhaise which broke out during the night originating in roof space.  Paddy awoke to the crackling noise and smell of smoke and quickly evacuated his wife to whom he passed his 2 children out of a window as the flames took hold he was injured and suffered burns to his face. He quickly rushed to the  residence of his  neighbour Tom Fitzpatrick who drove to Ballyhaise Garda Station to ring the Fire Brigade who were on the scene in a matter of minutes. Only the walls floors and doors  survived the fire and the Walshe family lost most of their life savings which was stored in a locker in the kitchen. All the contents were destroyed and Paddy was later taken to Cavan Surgical where he is undergoing treatment for burns to his face.

Matt Rudden continues his winning ways by winning the first ever Indoor race in the country when he won the 600 yards from flying UCD student and native of Louth Donal Cullen. He later won the  800 yards with Cullen again 2^nd to the flying  Laragh man.

Parochial Committee AGM are addressed by the Adm Father Joe Dolan with regard to his ambitious plans for the development of the Parish. The priorities are a new Parochial Centre at the recently purchased Tower Hamlet site further development of the schools in the Parish and the decoration of the Cathedral which would cost in the region of £80,000-£100,000. Father Dolan points out that not enough money is coming in from the various collections to pay for the present upkeep of the Parish and some method will have to be found in order to proceed with the developments. President Rev Joe Dolan Adm Vice President Seamus Gilheaney Treasurer Tommy Smith Secretary Stephen Keaveney Assistant Secretary Connie McEntee. Committee George V Maloney Junior Ms Kathleen Lunn Elizabeth Mullery Sarah Cullen M/s John McGinnity Tommy Connolly Tom Hickey Leo Keogan Packy Cullen Sean Galligan Charlie Fay ET O Halloran and Dr Brian Galligan.

Death of Patrick Lawlor in Govan Glasgow brother of Phil Lawlor Professional Cavan Golf Club. Patrick emigrated 50 years ago and worked as a Driller in the Glasgow Ship Yards. He was last home in the Summer and was in his usual good form. Survived by his wife and 2 children Jack Lawlor and Mrs Eileen Stewart brothers John in Kildare Phil Cavan Mrs M Murray and Ellie Lawlor Cavan Mrs Mable Cronin Edinburgh and Mrs Annie O Hare in New York. Funeral in Govan Glasgow.

Sympathy is  extended to Bill Galvin Post Office on the death of his mother in Moate county Westmeath.

Billy Morris Church Street will give the next recital at the Cavan Jazz Club in the Railway Hotel.

Saint Patrick’s College beat Abbey CBS Newry in Newry to qualify for the McRory Cup Final 1-6 to 1-4 having led by 1-4  to 1-2 at the interval. Saint Pats played against the wind in the first half and could have won much more decisively than the score suggests owning the ball in the final quarter but their forward line failed to capitalise on their numerous chances. Saint Pat’s team was John Boyle Jimmy Stafford Fintan McKiernan  Brendan Young Ray Carolan Tom McKiernan Brian Maguire James P Smith Frank Kennedy James V Maguire Larry McCluskey Brian Johnston Kevin Blessing and Philip McMenamin.

December 12^th 1959 Pictured at the Cavan Angler’s Dinner in the Farnham Hotel are John Smith Laragh with the Jeff White Cup George V Maloney Junior Jim O Flynn Cup Father Malachy Byrne Chairman Gargan Ring Cup Back MJ Smith Vice Chairman S Young Inland Fisheries M Leggett Field Manager Inland Fisheries Trust Norman Cinnamond Vincent Bartley Treasurer and Tommy Donohoe Secretary.

Sean Walshe well known Cavan long distance swimmer announces his intention to go full time in his bid to swim the  North Channel as he is chosen to represent Ireland in the Butlin’s holiday swim in July1960. He will join well known Enniskillen long distance swimmer Jack McCelland in the baths in Belfast on Saint Stephen’s Day as part of their joint training for the attempt on the Channel. Teddy rates Sean as potentially the 4^th best long distance swimmer in the world and both will tour Britain and France in a series of exhibition swims prior to their assault on the North Channel.

Cavan Bridge Club E/W Miss Hennessy and Mrs Paddy Coughlan and E/W George V Maloney and George Fairbrother.

Saint Patrick’s College Past Pupils Union President JP Neary Vice President Con P Smith Secretary Brian O Reilly Treasurer T Ryan and G O Reilly. The annual Dinner Dance will be staged in the Gresham Hotel on January 20^th 1960.

December 19^th 1959 Sister M Philomena aged 84 at the Poor Clare Convent Carlow. She was daughter of Mr and Mrs Terence O Reilly Belturbet. Survived by her sister brothers nephews nieces. Funeral at the Poor Clare Convent Carlow.

County Cavan Golf Club 1960 President Dr BT Cullen Captain  Jack Binchey Treasurer R Ormsby Secretary Dermot Morgan and Assistant Secretary Dr FPE Smith. Ladies Section President Dorie Smith Captain Philomena Coleman Secretary Maisie Magee Treasurer Molly Finegan Match Secretary Margaret English.

Death of Hugh Smith 25 Connolly a former Butcher and star footballer with Cavan Slashers. In recent years himself and his brother Bartle were officials of Cavan County Board at all of the games in Breffni Park acting as gate men and stewards. He was a former member of Cavan Slashers and Cavan Harps committee. Survived by his brothers James Bartle and Thomas. Cavan Gaels formed the Guard of Honour as the cortege reached the Cathedral from Saint Phelim’s Hospital. Father PJ Gargan CC officiated at the funeral from the Cathedra to Cullies cemetery.

Sister Mary Magdalen De Pazzi eldest daughter of Mr and Mrs Edward McEvoy College Street makes her final profession at the Convent of the Franciscan   Missionaries Loughlynn county Roscommon and is presented with the Holy Habit by the Bishop of Elphin Most Rev Dr Hanley.

Surgeon Paddy Maloney is the winner of the Christmas competition at Cavan Bridge Club.

Brisk trade at Cavan Turkey Market with all birds selling out at prices of Hens 2/3 to 2/6 Cocks 1/9. No demand for either geese or ducks which were taken home unsold despite being offered as low as 1/6 per lb.

December 26^th 1959 Death of Patrick Lynch Killycannon at Saint Phelim’s Hospital. Survived by his brother and sister. Funeral from Saint Patrick’s Church Castletara to Saint Brigid’s cemetery Killygarry.

Cavan Shamrocks will take on Longford Town B at Drumaloor in a friendly exhibition game on Saint Stephen’s day.

Death of Peter Smith in New York a member of the Cavan Slashers team led by fellow Castletara  native and present Registrar of the Cavan County Board Jack McConnell Ashe Street Cavan. Peter was a classic footballer and true sportsman representing the county team on a number of occasions before emigrating to New York 40 years ago.

Last Bridge session of the decade at Cavan Bridge Club is won by N/S Kathleen Sullivan and Dermot Morgan and E/W George Maloney Junior and George Fairbrother.

Congratulations to Margaret Smith Acres Cavan in qualifying an SRN at Broadgreen General Hospital Liverpool. She is daughter of Bridget and the late Thomas Gaffney Acres Cavan.

Cavan At Home Week features Paddy Crosby and the School around the Corner Cavan Adult Dancing Cavan Players with ‘Shop at Sly Corner’ a thriller in 3 acts by Edward Perry Cavan CBSI Cavan Musical Society’s first stage performance ‘Airs on a Shoe String’ with Father AB McGrath Musical Director and Phil Cullivan Producer. All proceeds are in aid of Parochial funds.

January 2^nd 1959 Tragic death of John Jack Galligan Sexton Saint Mary’s Church Ballyhaise. Struck down with a car as he returned to the village after ringing for the Angelus just after 6 o clock on the 22^nd December 1959. Paddy Cusack County Coroner asked the Jury to return a verdict of accidental death following an inquest into the accident at Cavan Surgical Hospital.

Last ever train leaves Cavan Station for Dundalk at 5:15 PM on New Year’s Eve. 100 years of distinguished transportation and memories come to an end as CIE announce that the Station will be sold and all the employees will re deployed to other locations. There was no ceremony or gathering of crowds to mark the end of Cavan Railway Station. Total apathy on the part of the townspeople marked the mood as they accepted the inevitable without so much as a murmur which also characterised the mood in Cavan when GNR pulled out some years ago. Apart from a late letter of protest from Cavan Chamber of Commerce it would appear that no formal protests were made and nobody anticipated  the devastating effect that the closing of the railway would have on the Community. The following personnel  changes were announced by CIE Patrick Quinn Stationmaster to be Stationmaster Tipperary town Paddy Masterson Signalman to be Signalman George Simpson Clerical Officer to be Clerical Officer Roscommon Frank McCaughey Clerical Office Clerical Officer Longford Michael Lennon Clerical Officer to Cavan Bus  Station Michael McGahern Guard to Mullingar Paddy Halligan General Porter Kingsbridge  Dublin JF McKiernan Signalman to Amiens Street Dublin N Halligan Working Foreman to Drogheda Paddy Donlon Goods Checker Retired on redundancy P B Mulvaney Goods Porter to Drogheda FR Haddock Signalman to Killester Dublin.

Great strides being made by Cavan Rugby Club with new washing facilities installed at Cavan’s Railway Hotel as the Club  now field two teams. They meet and tog out at the Railway Hotel before returning after the game to a hot shower or bath in the Railway Hotel. They are playing both North of Ireland and Leinster opposition. Their fixture list includes games against  NIFC Dungannon Banbridge and Sligo.

January 9^th 1960 Cavan TB Hospital at Saint Joseph’s Lisdarn is closed to TB patients who are now being transferred to Peamont Sanatorium in Dublin. Pictured is Nurse Rose Meehan Jimmy Smith Ambulance Driver Michael J Smith Secretary Cavan County Council Dr P Watters Assistant County MOH Miss N Crowley Matron Lisdarn and Dr M Cooney County MOH wishing the last TB patient bon voyage on his trip to new surroundings in Peamont Sanatorium Dublin.

Death of Very Rev Joseph Young PP Saint Laurence O Toole’s Church Dublin at the age of 79. Native of Drumcrave he was brother of Tommy Young the ‘Dublin Bar’ Ashe Street.

Geoffrey Quigley will be the Adjudicator at Cavan Drama Festival. Well known actor he is attached to the Globe Theatre in Dublin. The Patron of Cavan Drama Festival is Most Rev Dr Quinn Bishop of Kilmore President Rev Joe Dolan Chairman Tom Fitzpatrick Vice Chairman Seamus Gilheaney Secretary Nellie McIntyre Assistant Secretary Bella Power Treasurer JC Keogan.

Labour Band parade the town at midnight  to welcome in a new year and a new decade playing Irish and season airs. Meanwhile festivities in the Town Hall with the Rugby Club dance  where the capacity crowd linked hands at midnight to welcome in the New Year singing ‘Auld Lang Syne’. There was a Watch Service in the Church of Ireland to welcome in the New Year.

Sympathy is extended to ex Superintendent Joe Murray on the death of his sister Mary Lake View Monaghan.

Dave Dixon Quartet and Des Jenkins Jazzmen entertain a capacity crowd at the Cavan Jazz Club session in the Ulster Arms. Guests included Jimmy Compton Belfast Ireland’s leading trombonist who played with the Des Jenkins Jazzmen and well known jazz columnist Gerry McQueen an expert on jazz both here and abroad.

Mrs M McCaul and Sadie Maguire are the outstanding winners of the recent singing contest held in the Town Hall Cavan.

Father AB McGrath is the recitalist this week at Cavan Gramophone Society while William Browne who is on holiday from his new teaching post at Holy Ghost Fathers Blackrock College will give next week’s recital at the Club in the Farnham Hotel.

January 16^th1959 Pictured playing their majestic harps at the Cavan At Home Week are Carina Sullivan Teresa Hughes and Peggy Mulvaney. The three harpists are undertaking a Coast to Coast tour of the USA where all venues on their itinerary have been booked out.

Rev Michael J Corr a native of Legaginny Ballinagh is appointed Domestic Prelate of Newark Diocese USA. He is brother of Father Larry Corr PP Kill and Barney Corr Dentist Cavan and the late Father TR Corr New Jersey . Educated at Legaginny NS and Saint Patrick’s College he was ordained in the USA in 1913 and last visited the land of his birth in 1927.Chaplain to the American Troops he was attached to the famous ‘Fighting 69^th Regiment and was wounded and gassed in the trenches in the 1914-1918 World War. Decorated by both the American and French Governments for his bravery and courage in combat.

Death of Mary E Lambert at her residence 18 Saint Phelim’s Place on the 8^th January 1960 at a young age. She was widow of the late Walter Lambert who died 7 years ago. She is survived by her son Des daughter Gabrielle mother sister. Father AB McGrath officiated at the funeral which was large and representative from the Cathedral of Saints Patrick and Phelim with burial in Saint Brigid’s cemetery Killygarry.

 

Drumalee GFC 1960 Presidents Father Patsy Young CC and P Molloy Chairman Paul Caffrey Vice Chairman Jimmy Costello Secretary Pat Sharkey Treasurer Brendan Young Representative to County Committee GAA Paul Caffrey. Committee Sean Walshe Mickey Walshe Tommy Walshe PJ McGovern Tommy Smith Sean Boylan Matt Reilly B Smith Mick Geoghegan  Seamus Fay Tommy Molloy R Higgins.

Dungannon much too strong for Cavan scoring 1 goal 3 tries 14 points to the visitors solitary goal 5 points. Cavan are tuning up by training 2 nights per week at the Royal School grounds for their upcoming match against Ballymena in the 2^nd round of the  Ulster Towns Cup. Team Tommy White Belturbet Norman Cinnamond R Scott D Harrison John English Derek Morris T O Connor R Johnston K McKay C Shekelton Phil Cullivan G McConville George Maloney Norman Moore and S O Mahoney. Subs J Stokes E Caffrey J Farry C Keating. Team meet at Railway Hotel at 2 pm sharp for match at 2:30 pm sharp.

Cavan CYMS annual social in the Pavilion Ballroom enjoyed by members friends and families. Father PJ Gargan returned thanks to the large crowd for their generous support of the function.

Winners at the annual fancy dress competition in Kilmore Hall Children Trevor Richmond John Kenny John Scott Elizabeth Lyndsey Norman Pratt Mervyn Lyndsey Alec Scott. Adults Miss Woodhouse Mrs Armstrong and Mrs J Browne Mrs Willie Scott Miss R Pratt and R Neill Ruth and Iris Stafford Belder Pratt Sally Pratt and Mrs Maloney. Special prize of an iron presented to Mrs Davidson for the most children of school going age (7). Mr McCaughey Killeshandra was MC. Rev and Mrs Slater and Rev and Mrs Drury were the impartial judges.

Cavan Adult Dancing Class with a variety programme are popular visitors to Saint Phelim’s Hospital while Cavan Musical Society fresh from their triumphant debut in the ‘ Cavan At Home Week’ with ‘Airs  on a Shoestring ‘with Musical Director Father AB McGrath and Producer Phil Cullivan entertain and captivate an audience of patients and staff.

January 23^rd 1959 Nurse Nora Crowley retires as Matron Cavan TB Hospital where she was the one and only Matron for the last 17 years since it was opened in 1942. She was formerly Matron of the old TB Hospital (The Clinic) at Cathedral Road. Native of Macroom county Cork she took on a mammoth task and lived to see the dreaded disease almost obliterated from the list of fatal  Irish health problems thanks to the advent of stronger medication and more understanding of the cause and cure of this infectious scourge which killed the finest young Irish people mostly in the prime of life. On behalf of the staff colleagues and the people of Cavan Dr Michael Cooney County MOH made a presentation to this heroic woman at a well attended  Social in the Hospital.

Cavan Bridge Club N/S George Maloney and George Fairbrother E/W Cyril and Nell Arnold.

January 30^th 1959 Cavan Urban Council still considering  selling the Market Yard to the Department of Posts and Telegraphs for a new Post Office and Automatic Telephone Excahange. County Manager Dermot McCarthy outlines the situation but it would appear that the Department are still far below the asking price for this  town centre property. Michael Young Chairman presided and also present were JP Walsh Vice Chairman John Murray Robert Simpson Paddy Conaty Joe McGovern Thomas J Fitzpatrick Solicitor. Dermot McCarthy County Manager and Miss C Brady Acting Town Clerk.

Over 60 employees attend the Smith’s Trade Conference in Cavan where they were addressed by the Chairman Con P Smith who outlined the success of the Rebuilt Tractor trade which was now supplying tractors and machinery at home and abroad at affordable prices to farmers all over Europe. There were now over 200 people employed rebuilding old tractors and producing an article ‘as good as new at half the price’ since the operation started in 1957. Low capital outlay for a highly reliable power unit. Con P Smith himself an example of decency and integrity concludes by telling the workers that their motto is ‘Fair an honourable dealings –not satisfied unless the customer is totally and completely happy with the purchase.

Handball County Board  1959 Chairman Peadar Doyle Vice Chairman M Doyle Secretary John Maguire Ballyconnell Treasurer Tommy Donohoe Representative on All Ireland Handball Council Victor Sherlock while P McMahon will represent the Board at the Ulster Council.

Gogarty’s 80 Main Street are offering the new GEC slim line tv set at only 14/6 weekly which they can collect at your door each week. Phone Michael or Jim Hand twins at Cavan 150 for more details and personal attention.

McCarren’s 18^th annual dance in the Town Hall is well patronised with spots every dance while the 3^rd annual Vera Brady dance at the same venue has spots decorations  and a fair degree of glamour attracting a capacity attendance with proceeds going to a local charity.

Early angler John Wilson catches 5 pike from 2-5 lbs on the Annalee River at Butlersbridge.

Miss P Galligan a hairdresser in Eileen McManus’ Beauty Salon Abbey Street wins 1^st prize of £500 in the Gael Linn Draw. Pictured are Paddy Carroll Promoter Gael Linn Eileen McManus and the lucky winner Patricia Galligan.

Big promotion for TV with Smith’s Supply Stores Dublin Road offering superior after sales service.

February 6^th 1960 President De Gaulle becomes Dictator in France after the French Senate vote 226-39 to grant him special powers following the abortive but bloody Algerian insurrection. For the next 12 months all Government Decrees will bear the General’s signature.

Big surprise with Cavan retaining 6 players on the Ulster Railway Cup team while Down the reigning Ulster Champions have only 4 representatives on the team. Cavan have Noel Reilly at right back Gabriel Kelly at full back Tom Maguire at centre half back Jim McDonnell at left half back and Charlie Gallagher and James Brady in the forwards. Team Tady Turbett Noel O Reilly Gabriel Kelly Pat Rice P Breen Tom Maguire Jim McDonnell Jim McKeever Joe Lennon Sean O Neill Jodie O Neill Charlie Gallagher Jimmy Whan James Brady and Paddy Doherty.

Saint Vincent De Paul door to door collection in all areas of the town is now being taken up.

Death of William F Lavelle at the residence of his brother in law John Ryan Drumelis. Funeral from Cavan Parish Church to the New cemetery.

Seamus De Faoite Chairman of Cumainn Rinnce an Cabhain outlines plans for the Club’s figure dancing and music competitions. An Oiche Gaeilge will be held in the Town Hall on Saint Patrick’s Day.

N/S Father PJ Gargan and Maggie Hickey E/W Mrs Coughlan and Miss Hennessy.

Death of Bridget McKiernan  wife of Patrick McKiernan Swellan. Survived by her husband and family. Funeral was very large and representative from the Cathedral to Saint Patrick’s Drumcor cemetery.

February 13^th 1960 Matt Rudden the Laragh athletic star retains his Ulster Senior title over 8 miles of undulating cross country in Derry. Alex McGravock from Limavaddy was 2^nd with Ulster Junior and Intermediate champion George Williamson 3^rd . The first three broke away from the field of 150 runners early on and finished ½ mile ahead of the 4^th finisher. With 200 yards to go the three were locked together but the faster stronger and more experienced Matt Rudden finished 10 yards ahead of the fast finishing supporting duo. Newry Shamrocks won the team prize with Oak Leaf Derry 2^nd and Limavaddy 3^rd.

Cavan Darts Club are organising the All Ireland Darts competition. Entries form from Chris Smith Secretary Licensed Vintner 7 Bridge Street Cavan.

Death of Kathleen Gilchrist in Dun Laoire. Old and respected resident the family ran a general provisions store at Upper Main Street for many years. Survived by her brother Matt sisters relatives and many friends. The funeral was large and representative with Father PJ McManus officiating in the Cathedral and later at the burial in Saint Brigid’s cemetery Killygarry.

5^th annual Pat McDonnell’s Dance in the Town Hall with Jimmy Wiley ~Band with  early music being provided by Glory Alley Jazz Group Cavan.

Cumann Seanchas Bhreifne AGM in the Farnham Hotel at 8 pm on February 26^th 1960 will be addressed by Dr Hayes McCoy Professor of History at University College Galway and authority on Military History. His subject wil be ‘Sir John Davis in Cavan 1606’. His last visit to Cavan was for the Tercentenary of Owen Roe O  Neill in 1949.

Laragh runner Francie McDermott representing Saint Augustine’s Dublin wins the Leinster Youth Junior Championship in the Phoenix Park which was covered in snow. Francie ran all of the 6 miles in his bare feet  and finished well clear of the other 200 runners as Athletics once again becomes a highly competitive sport after the Olympic Gold medal win of Ronnie Delaney in Melbourne.

February 20^th 1959 Cavan Urban Council approve the County Manager’s estimate of £3,400 to be paid in compensation to the tenants of the Market Yard which has a major tenant in Tommy Montgomery who operates a car hire and deals in wool fruits and other businesses from his extensive premises. Other tenants of the Market House due for demolition are Cavan Labour Band and Cavan Boxing Club.

Matt Rudden leads his Dublin club Saint Augustine’s to victory  in the Dublin Senior Cross Country Championships over 8 mile in the  snow covered Phoenix Park. He was 4 seconds ahead of team mate Harry Gorman the Irish 10 mile champion with Paddy Carmody Metro Harriers occupying 3^rd place.

Loreto present beat Loreto past 2-1 in a thrilling and exciting encounter at Loreto Camogie field. Among the past members was Rita Kenny a member of the famous Sullivan family Upper Main Street and a former Cavan Slashers and Cavan player who  won an Ulster Senior Championship with Cavan in 1942 Nancy Brady Evelyn O Hare Lauri McConnell Celestia Reilly Marie Sullivan Mairead Rutledge Una McGovern and Anna Smith Captain while the present captain was Nancy Tully.

Sergeant Patrick Keane is transferred to Letterkenny where he will take up the post of Inspector. Native of county Clare he joined the Garda Siochana in 1944 and served in Waterville Tullamore and Birr before being appointed Garda Sergeant in 1953 where he served first in Cork and from 1956 in Cavan town.He was a Volunteer in the Irish Army during the Emergency. His colleagues and many friends in Cavan made a presentation of a set of  Waterford Cut Crystal at the Social and presentation in the Garda Barracks.

Cavan’s Royal School present Gilbert and Sullivan’s light opera ‘ Trial by Jury’ in a packed to capacity Town Hall. Produces by Cyril Anderson the standard was away up above average and the capacity audience responded to a wonderful musical treat. In the prelude to the main event Mary Kelly was outstanding on vocals while Colin Staveley gave a solo performance on the violin. Bishop Moore in thanking the audience paid tribute to the excellent entertainment provided by the Royal School students.

Death of Isabella Maud Oates at the age of 102 in Melbourne Australia. She was aunt of J Jones 11 College Street and emigrated to Australia from her native Cavan when she was only 13. She was a great great grandmother.

Death of Mrs Marian McNally College Street widow of the late Peter McNally . Very popular lady of great Christian faith and virtue. Father PJ Gargan officiated at the funeral in the Cathedral with burial in Cullies cemetery.

Cavan Bridge Club N/S Father Frank McKiernan and Tommy McCormick E/W Maggie Hickey and Carmel McDonald.

Death of the famous and very popular Danny Brady Loughduff at the age of 62. Known far and wide as the Gunner Brady  he was father of Phil ‘Gunner’ Brady who won 3 All Ireland Senior Championship medals with Cavan and Sean Brady Mullahoran Dreadnoughts and Cavan Junior star. He was an employee of Cavan County Council and was a star Cavan and Mullahoran footballer winning several Ulster Championship medals with Cavan. Danny took an active part in the War of Independence and was an active member of the local IRA Brigade being seriously wounded when escaping at speed from the advancing Black and Tans. The Bradys were known all over the country as  decent welcoming and very  hospitable people and their exploits in the cause of the poor and deprived were legendary. Danny was the father of 13  children scattered to the four corners of the Globe in  Ireland England and the USA. Father Frawley CC was the chief celebrant of the funeral Mass in Saint Joseph’s Church Loughduff where over 100 members of the Clergy from Ardagh and Clonmacnoise and Kilmore and Dublin were in attendance. Burial took place in the adjoining cemetery.

February 27^th 1959 Death of one of Cavan’s greatest musical legends Father Willie Buchanan at the  age of 68. Born in Ballinagh on the 27^th of March 1890 of parents James Buchanan and Kate Masterson-his father was an ex Sergeant in the RIC, he spent all of his adult life in Bridge Street Cavan where his  father owned a pub later known as ‘The Melvin Bar’. Educated at the old Christian Brothers school Saint Patrick’s College and Saint Patrick’s College Maynooth where he was ordained on the 20^th June 1915. He was appointed curate in Rossinver and the following year he was appointed to the teaching staff in Saint Patrick’s College. Appointed CC Cavan in 1926 where he was Musical Director in the old Cathedral Choir. Founder member of the famous Cavan Choral Society he staged many operas and musicals in the Town Hall including guest artistes from all over Britain and Ireland including the  world famous Ben Williams from the Carl Ross Company Terry O Connor soprano Jimmy O Dea Gerald Crufts and  Walter McNally to mention only a few. All the shows  staged played to capacity enthusiastic audiences and were anticipated and talked about for many months. The Cathedral Choir was a symbol of his perfection and attention to detail and was known and respected all over the country. He also organised Organ recitals which were acclaimed by all who had the privilege of gaining admission to shows booked out months in advance. He was also very deeply involved with the famous Irish National Foresters Brass Band and acted as a tutor and conductor. He was a leading promoter of the Holy Family Confraternity which earned the reputation of being the most devoted and best attended in the country. Transferred to Derrylin in 1936 he was presented with an inscribed ebony conductor’s baton from his many friends in the town. Bishop Austin Quinn presided at the Solemn Office and Requiem Mass in the Cathedral of Saints Patrick and Phelim where the chief celebrant was Father Joe Dolan Adm assisted by Rev Noel McIntyre Drung  and Father Paddy Morris CC Belturbet. Father PJ Corrigan was MC. The coffin was borne by Prefects and Sub Prefects of the Holy Family Confraternity and members of the old Cathedral Choir and Choral Society. All businesses in the town closed as the cortege made its journey from the Cathedral to Saint Brigid’s cemetery Killygarry where Father Joe Dolan Adm recited the final prayers. Father Willie Buchanan is survived by his brother Vincent Wolfe Tone Street Frank Buchanan New York and sister Annie Buchanan nephews nieces and a large circle of friends.

Frank Reilly Pig Dealer 85 Church Street is awarded 1,944 damages by the Master of the High Court arising out of a collision near his home while cycling he was knocked down by a car driven Kevin McKenna Clerical Officer Monaghan County Council on June 18^th 1958 when he received abrasions and a broken thigh as a result. Tom Fitzpatrick represented the plaintiff who is making a full recovery. 

James Dillon is elected President of the Fine Gael Party as Jim Norton former Tanaiste and Minister for Industry and Commerce is replaced by Brendan Corish as Leader of the Labour Party.

Death of Margaret Finlay relict of the late William Finlay at the residence of her son William Finlay Saint Mary’s Terrace Cavan . Native of Coolbawn Corlesmore she was extremely well known and highly respected. Survived by her 2 sons and 1 daughter. Father AB McGrath officiated at the large and representative funeral in the Cathedral of Saints Patrick and Phelim Cavan to Potahee cemetery.

Capacity crowd at the 14^th Nurses Dance in the Town Hall which was beautifully decorated and spots donated by the business community awarded at each dance. Proceeds in aid of the Irish Nurses Organisation while Surgeon Paddy Maloney returned thanks for thee outstanding attendance and sponsorship of spots and other expenses.

Cavan Tourist Association Chairman Hugh Gough Vice Chairman John McGinnity Secretary Austin McDonald Treasurer Maurice Jackson.

Ken Browne fills t he solo spot on Radio Eireann on  the new series entitled ‘Some Popular Ballads’.

Bridge Club N/S Ina Hickey and Tommy McCormick E/W Gerry Hunt and Paddy D Maloney. Beginners Mr Leahy and Mr Pollock.

March 5^th 1959 Mystery sale of Cavan Egg Market to a Motor Company who may or may not set up a factory  there. The County Manager tells the Cavan Urban Council that he has received a bid by tender for the Egg Market of £2.500. The Company will initially employ 20 people with further plans for expansion in the pipeline. Later Tom Fitzpatrick who  was not present at the original meeting is  approached by an irate Con P Smith who has set up a thriving Tractor Assembly plant nearby objects to the sale on the grounds of hast and no detail of purchaser and his intention of use of the site.

Two leap year baby boys at Saint Joseph’s Private Nursing Home Virginia born to Mr and Mrs Brendan Murray and Mr and Mrs Peter O Reilly Virginia.

John Duggan and his son Michael are the stars of the Redhills victory over County Junior Champions Castlerahan in Redhills. Helped by goals by Tom Duggan and with the elder John Duggan Man of the Match Redhills playing with the aid of the elements led by 3-1 to 0-3 at the interval before running out winners with a ‘backs to the wall’ display 3-2 to 1-5.

Musical Spectacular in the Town Hall as Cavan CBSI stage ‘Barney Brannigan and the 40 Niggers’ . Cast of 16 including 14 of Cavan’s leading adult performers and Cavan’s first Black and White Minstrel Show. Admission is priced from 3/6 2/6 and 1/6.

Rev JJ McGuiness Lagos is on a short holiday to his grand mother Mrs M Sharkey Drumalee.

Death of Mary Gilsenan Lisreagh widow of Michael at Saint Phelim’s Hospital. Known throughout the country as a lady of deep religious conviction she lived her life in an exemplary manner and was very charitable to those less well off in the Communinty. There was a large and representative attendance at the funeral from the Cathedral of Saints Patrick and Phelim to Saint Brigid’s cemetery Killygarry with Father AB McGrath officiating.

Seamus De Faoite Chairman of Cavan Adult Dancing Class announces that entries have been received from Cavan Monaghan Longford and Sligo for the Figure Dancing Competitions on Saint Patrick’s Day. He is presently modifying the Garryowen Jig and the Cuchullain Jig which will be part of the official programme while an Oiche Gaeilge will be held in the Town Hall on Saint Patrick’s night.

The recital at this week’s Gramophone Recital was given by Maura Baxter ‘Saint Aiden’s Cavan while next week Michael Harding Rock Cross is the recitalist.

Godfrey Quigley well known actor and producer from the Globe Theatre in Dublin is the Adjudicator for the forthcoming 14^th Cavan Drama Festival which is the 2^nd oldest Drama Festival in the country.

March 12^th 1960 Proposals to raise Taoiseach’s salary from £3,000 to £4,000 Attorney General from £3,000 to £3,500 Minsters from £2,125 to £3,000 Parliamentary Secretaries from £1,500 to £2,000 Ceann Comhairle from £2,125 to £3,000 TDS from £625 to £1.000 and Senators from £468 to  £750 meets with howls of disapproval from the public all over Ireland who accuse all parties of being involved in a conspiracy to rob the people.

Phil Donohoe Bert Flood and Tommy Donohoe land the first bag of beautiful brown trout on  Lough Sheelin catching 5 ranging in size from 2 lbs to 6 lbs. Pictured are Bernard and Cian ?? Flood children of Bert Flood and Des Donohoe  son of Phil Donohoe.

Death of Bernard ‘Bennie’ Smyth at his residence 25 Nealdon Street Stockwell London . One of Cavan’s leading businessmen until his retirement and subsequent emigration to England 3 years ago. He was involved  in the licensed trade for over 40 years and subsequently his wife May and sister in law Phyllis opened a religious goods and souvenir shop in the adjoining premises (Eason’s).Deservedly popular with young and old Benny was a decent gentle generous man extremely well known for his hospitality and charity. Long time member of the old Holy Family Confraternity in both the new and old Cathedral where he was also a member of the Cathedral Choir and the under Father Willie Buchanan. He was brother of Father Michael Smyth Maryland USA and the late Father John Smyth Hainsbury USA and is survived by his wife May sons Freddie  Brian Fergus and daughters Lorna and Dorothy. Huge crowd out to meet the cortege on the outskirts of the town. There was a large and representative attendance at the funeral from the Cathedral which stopped at his business premises on the Main Street. As a mark of respect all businesses closed as the cortege passed on its way to Cullies cemetery where Father PJ Gargan again officiated at the burial and final prayers.

Saint Patrick’s College fielding many of the Cavan All Ireland Minor Finalists team are given a good chance of gaining their 9^th McRory Cup triumph when they take on Saint Colman’s Newry in the final in Castleblayney on Sunday.

 

Cavan Chamber of Commerce 1960 President GH Black Secretary George V Maloney Jnr Treasurer Tom McKenna. Council Liam Bogue Pat Hourican John Coulter Seamus Fox Robert Mackeral Con A Smith Maurice Jackson Peter Mullen Jack R Halpin Tommy Connolly Brian Coleman Louis Blessing and H McNeill Ross.

Death of Sarah Black at the residence of Mrs J McCusker Saint Patrick’s Swellan. There was a large and representative attendance at the funeral from the Cathedral where Father A B McGrath officiated with burial later in Killygarry cemetery.

Over flow attendance at the 9^th annual Comalthas Ceolteoiri Eireann Concert in the Town Hall which featured musicians from all over Roscommon Dublin Sligo Cavan Longford Leitrim Meath and Monaghan. Kathleen Watkins the internationally acclaimed Harpist was the guest star.

March 19^th 1960 E Kelly Chairman Monaghan County Council leads the condemnation of the proposed increases to Oireachtas members. At the same meeting Senator JJ Brennan pointed out that  a Rate Collector was better paid than a TD.

Cavan Adult Dancing Class perform at many of the key locations in Cavan town capturing the rapt and appreciative attention of the congregation emerging from Solemn High Mass in the Cathedral of Saints Patrick and Phelim on the feast of Saint Patrick. Later there were 20 different figure dancing and Ceilidhe music competitions in the Town Hall with a star studded celebrity cast for the Oiche Gaeilge. In the Ulster Arms all local Irish Americans gathered for their annual dinner and get together.

After Solemn High Mass in the Pro cathedral in Dublin celebrated by Cootehill born Archbishop John Charles McQuaid  the President Eamonn De Velera and Taoiseach Sean Lemass joined the other dignitaries on the reviewing stand adjacent to the GPO for the big Saint Patrick’s Day Commercial Cultural and Industrial parade led by ploughing champions and headed up by Mary Shanahan of Kerry the Queen of the Plough.

“Wanted strong messenger boy and 2 girls one for the General Office and 1 counter hand for the Grocery and Confectionary Department. All applicants must apply in their own handwriting. Salary in accordance with experience. George Fegan and Company Phone 83 and 228 (2 lines).

In a thrilling McRory Cup Final Saint Patrick’s College after a bright start fade to a Saint Colman’s Newry outfit 2-6 to 0-4 in the McRory Cup Final at damp and wintry Castleblayney. Saint Colmans’s played a fast accurate brand of football keeping the ball low and finding colleagues in soccer style  while Saint Pat’s excelled at the traditional catch and kick giving hard won possession away all too often and much too easy. Newry were solid at the back strong and athletic in midfield and their forwards capitalised on the possession gained. The decisive moment came in the 1^st half when a high ball was lobbed into the Cavan square and despite the best efforts of John Boyle in the Saint Pat’s goal ended in the back of the net. Saint Pat’s had nobody of the calibre of Down and  Ulster Railway Cup Star Sean O Neill who was a constant tormentor of the Cavan defence. Scorers for Saint Patrick’s College Frank Kennedy 0-2  Larry McCluskey and Brian Maguire 0-1 each. Team John Boyle Jimmy Stafford Fintan McKiernan Seamus Gough Brendan Young Ray Carolan Tom McKiernan Brian Johnston JP Smith Kevin Blessing Brian Maguire Frankie Kennedy Philip McMenamin Matty Carolan and Larry McCluskey. Subs Brian McElhinney for John Boyle James Maguire for Matt Carolan Referee Father Enda McCormack Saint McCartan’s Monaghan.

Cavan Urban Council decide by 5 votes to 3 to sell Cavan Egg Market to Phair Brothers Belturbet for a consideration of £2,500 despite the last minute intervention of Con P Smith who addressed the meeting outlining  his extensive plans for the site which would include a factory to manufacture farm machinery which would employ 40-50 people. Despite his last minute pleas he failed to  impress the majority of the Council who endorsed the earlier decision taken to sell the Egg Market to Phair Brothers Main Morris Agents Belturbet. Paddy Conaty J P Walshe and Tom Fitzpatrick voted against the sale while Gerry Kelly Robert Simpson Joe McGovern Johnny Murray and Nicholas Halligan voted to go ahead with the  sale.

March 26^th 1960 The 16^th Annual Cavan Drama Festival is opened by the Bishop of Kilmore Most Rev Dr Austin Quinn. On stage with the Bishop were Godfrey Quigley Adjudicator Father Joe Dolan Adm President Tom Fitzpatrick Chairman Nellie McIntyre Secretary and John L Keogan Treasurer. All performances to date have been booked out and a feature of the Festival is the number of new plays on the programme.

Vera Brady’s Fashion Show in the Town Hall features Maeve Elliott 9) Rosaleen Maloney (6) and Ann Kennedy (4) modelling children’s fashions. A capacity crowd showed their enthusiasm and appreciation with all proceeds going to Cavan ICA.

Father Sean O Reilly and Billy Browne win the prestigious Cullen Cup  at Cavan Bridge Club where they are pictured receiving the trophy from Bertie and  Mrs Maura Cullen. GA Cummins Dublin was an outstanding tournament director. Cyril Arnold Captain returned thanks to all who participated or supported the outstanding tournament.

Tom J Barron from Bailieborough replaces Father Tom Halton who is studying in the USA as Chairman of Cumann Seanchas Bhreifne at the AGM held in the Courthouse  Cavan Vice Chairman Brian O Mordha Secretary Father Frank McKiernan and Treasurer Breege Sheridan.

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

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January 1st 1949 Busy Christmas Eve in the shops in Cavan. Run up to Christmas very quiet but crowds flocked to the shopping areas on Christmas Eve.

Cavan Pavillion Club present ‘Cinderella’ in the Town Hall with cast of 45. Great music and comedy with topical sketches

January 8th 1949 Social and presentation in the Farnham Hotel of a canteen of cutlery to Mrs B Whelan who recently sold her Upper Main Street premises to Maurice Brady.

Death of William H Bennett Gardener College Street.He was brother of John Bennett former employee of GNR.

Darragh Smith and Gerry Hunt in serious car accident near Oldcastle when their car skidded on the treacherous slippy roads.

Josephine Sheridan (Nee Donohoe Kilnaleck) and formerly of the Main Post Office is appointed Postmistress at Upper Main Street with her premises situated at Auburn House.

January 15th 1949 Royal Jester with a cast of 75 is staged by the pupils of the De La Salle School in the Poor Clare Convent Concert Hall.

Patrick Reilly is The Jester John Joe Reilly is the Commander in Chief and Sean Woods is the King of The Cavania.

1^st ever Saint Patrick’s College Past Pupils Dinner Dance in College. The short appearance of the very popular Bishop Lyons is greeted with loud sustained applause.

January 22nd 1949 Maurice Brady etc

Ena Hickey is badminton singles champion in both League and Championship at the Pavillion Lawn Tennis Club. She is also won the Ladies’ Tennis League and Championship. Vera Brady Town Hall Street was the Runner Up and Valerie McCarren the leading juvenile. Awards presented at the Annual Pavillion Dinner in the Farnham Hotel where Maisie Magee entertained the guests on the piano

February 12th 1949 Richall Caddell buys Connolly’s Boot Store at 59 Main Street (Veale’s) for £2,000

Death of Ann Leddy College Street wife of George Leddy Master Baker.

Cardinal Mindzenty Primate of Poland shows no emotion as he is found guilty of ”treason conspiracy against the Republic and currency speculation”. He is sentenced to life imprisonment.

Miss Joan Gannon staying with her aunt Mrs John F O Hanlon Farnham Street. Joan is employed with Sabrina Airlines and is returning from a conference in Stockholm.

D Greene from Ballygawley Sligo pays a record for one of Cavan’s public houses- £4,800 for the Eagle Bar in Bridge Street.

Work begins on the erection of the new 40 house development at Kilnavara ( Saint Felim’s Place).The Council are building the houses in blocks of 4 by direct labour. “Somewhat hilly approach but fine elevated site adjacent to Swellan Lake”!

February 26^th 1949  Over 400 attend the Nurses Dance in the Town Hall with music by Jimmy Masson and the Gresham Orchestra.

Same Week John Gilchreest Plasterer dies in England. Outstanding member of the first Slashers team of 1888.Survived by his brother Matt in Connolly Street.

Death of Tom Brady Tullyco at the residence of his brother Gus in Church Street. Funeral from the Cathedral.

Death of William Dempsey former member of the British Army and Cavan Labour Band. Uncle of Cavan All Ireland footballer Willie Doonan.

March 5th 1949 1^st Cavan Gun Club Dinner 1949.Speakers include Father P J Gargan Jack Halpin Father Charles Travers Saint Patrick’s College and George Maloney Senior.

Patrick Kirby Butcher in Mrs Joe Hickeys 2^nd in Irish Hide Flaying at Dublin Abattoir and is rewarded with a cheque for £50.

March 12^th 1949 Death of Fanny Hewitt former Postmistress at Drumconnick. Funeral from Kilmore Cathedral to the adjoining cemetery

March 19th 1949 Death of Mary Higgins Drumalee wife of Bernard Higgins Drumalee and member of the Anglo Celt Staff. She is survived by her husband Bernard and infant daughter born on Sunday (Mary Higgins-McDonald). Sympathy is extended to the bereaved family by Cavan Urban Council Anglo Celt Staff and the Foresters. Rev J J O Reilly Adm officiated at the funeral from the Cathedral to Killygarry.

March 26th 1949 Sudden death of Tom Sullivan Main Street at the age of 40. Vice President of the Irish RGTDATA. Funeral biggest ever seen in the Cathedral. Cavan Pavilion Club took turns to carry the coffin from Sullivan’s house to the Cathedral. Survived by his wife Bridie son Brian daughter Marie

 Ann Margaret and Breda brothers Doctors Jack and Benny sisters Maisie Rita and Kitty. Tributes and Guard of Honour from Pavilion Tennis Club Foresters and Cavan Drama Festival. Father Charles Cartwright presided at the funeral from the Cathedral to Killygarry. Same Week CYMS Players with ‘Michaelmas Eve’ Best Actress Maura Smith Cavan Players. Best One Act Play Cavan Players with ‘The Good and The Bad’ Producer Betty Fitzpatrick Cast Maura Smith Jack Poyntz Pat Dooney Charles Donoghue Eugene Monahan AJ O Brien and Tom Fitzpatrick. Festival Officers 1949 Patron Bishop Patrick Lyons Chairman Tom Fitzpatrick Vice Chairman Seamus Gilheaney Secretary Miss M F McGeehin Assistant Secretary Rosemary Power Treasurer Tom Malone Hibernian Bank.

Adeline Clerkin Oliver Plunkett House Bridge Street is conferred with her SRN Nursing qualification. Past pupil of the Poor Clare’s and Loreto College.

Death of Reginald (Reggie) Cinnamond son of the late Robert and brother of W E Cinnamond (Ned) Church Street.

Death of Mick Walsh Wolfe Tone Street former member of the old Militia Band he was an expert bugler. Outstanding footballer with Cavan Slashers, he won several County Senior medals.

April 16th 1949 James P Mansfield Raphoe County Donegal is appointed Cavan County Engineer. He was formerly Chief Assistant Engineer with Donegal County Council.

Hugh Rafferty retires after 5 years as Cavan Station Master

.Native of County Tyrone he served in Dublin Donegal Armagh Belturbet and Monaghan before being appointed Station Master in Cavan in 1944.

April 23rd 1949 On Monday 18^th April Ireland officially left the British Commonwealth and declared itself a Republic. Celebrations all over the country with illuminations parades and waving of flags to proclaim this historic event while the new Republic of Ireland was greeted on O Connell Bridge in Dublin with a 21 gun salute. Messages of congratulations are received from leaders throughout the world including King George of England His Holiness the Pope and President Truman in the USA.

Hollywood spectacular in colour ‘Samson and Delilah’ starring Austrin actress Heidi Lamarr fail to win the expected Oscar being shaded out by British films ‘ The Third Man’ with Joseph Cotton and Orson Welles ‘ The Red Shoes’ and Hamlet.

 Clive Anderson of The Royal School wins the John Delaney Cup at Sligo Feis Cheoil for Piano.

Sudden death of Jerry Burke on Good Friday at a very young age. Owner of Chemist shops in Cavan(Burke’s Medical Hall) and Drogheda. Native of Castlepollard County Westmeath he was very popular and did an extensive business. Involved in many of the local organisations he was a very highly respected citizen whose death has shocked the entire Community. Survived by his wife Nan MPSI sons John Dermot and Kevin parents Mr and Mrs R Burke brother John and sister Maisie. Over 20 priests concelebrated the Requiem Mass in the Cathedral of Saints Patrick and Felim with burial in Cullies.

April 30th1949 Death of John Fitzpatrick Wolfe Tone Street. Member of the outdoor staff Cavan UDC.Very obliging and industrious. Father Malachy Byrne officiated at the Funeral from the Cathedral to Cullies.

Congratulations to Molly Reilly who has passed her exams as SRN at Saint George’s Hospital London. She is daughter of Michael and Mrs Reilly Emmett Place.

May 7th1949   Residents of Emmett Place College Street and Wolfe Tone Street continue to erect floral tributes to Our Lady on May Eve a tradition going back hundreds of years and now confined to these three old residential areas of the town.

May 14th 1949 Cavan Carnival Children’s Fancy Dress Prettiest 1^st Miss O Reilly Wolfe Tone Street 2^nd Doreen Smyth 60 Main Street and 3^rd Mary Fegan Saint Patrick’s Terrace. Humorous ‘The Rich Maharaja from Mogador’ 1^st Micheal Smyth and Joe McConnell

May 21st 1949 Feast of Saint John Baptist De La Salle celebrated with free day for the pupils solemn High Mass celebrated by C McNiffe CSSR with Father Vincent Kennedy on the organ and Brother Luke conducting the school choir in the Cathedral and a gala Sports Day in Breffni Park in the afternoon.

May 28th 1949 Death of Mary Dowd mother of County Registrar John P O Dowd at John P’ s residence in Farnham Street. Father Charles Cartwright officiated at the funeral from the Cathedral to Middle Chapel Cootehill.

William Devine Foreman on the building of Saint Felim’s Place announces that there are now 9 masons 7 carpenters and 25 labourers employed by Cavan UDC on the scheme Smith of Alackan is the Time Keeper and the houses are being erected by direct labour in units of 4.

Only 6 men attend The Hiring Fair with each fetching £38-£44 for the half year with board. There were no girls offering their services.

Lt Cpl Thomas Higgins son of Jim and Molly Higgins 7 Lake View Terrace and presently attached to of the Irish Fusiliers in Egypt receives The George Cross for gallantry and bravery in battle in Palestine. The family moved to England quite recently.

June 11th 1949 Rev Joseph Young CC Aughrim Street Dublin is appointed Parish Priest in Narraghmore County Kildare. Father Young is a brother of Tommy Young proprietor of the Dublin Bar Ashe Street.

Inspector W Brett is appointed to Castlebar. Served the community in Cavan since 1945 he is succeeded by HJ Gillespie from Dundalk.

Death of Daniel Taggart last of a family who were engaged in Coach Building in Church Street for centuries. Educated at the old Christian Brothers and Saint Patrick’s College .He joined the family business as a Painter in the Coach Factory. Outstanding footballer with Cavan Slashers and Cavan Town soccer club. Funeral from the Cathedral to Cullies.

Death of the very popular and well known Painter John Johnston Colman Road at an advanced age. One of the last surviving members of the famous Foresters All Ireland Congress in 1913. Funeral from the Cathedral to Cullies.

June 18th 1949 Death of Kate Dunne College Street in Mullingar. She was mother of J Dunne Cavan Post Office. Funeral from the Cathedral to Killygarry

Death of Rose Dempsey relict of James (Harness Maker) Saint Brigid’s Terrace. Father JJ O Reilly Adm officiated at the Funeral from the Cathedral to Cullies.

Edward O Hanlon newly appointed Editor of the Anglo Celt breaks the Amateur Course Record at County Cavan Golf Club with a score of 69.Edward shot an eagle and 4 birdies was out in 36 and back in 33.His scorecard was marked by former Cavan All Ireland footballer MJ Magee.The professional record stands to Phil Lawlor with 68 for the course that has a bogey of 72.

Captain’s (Edward O Hanlon’s Prize) at County Cavan Golf Club 1^st Philip Smyth (22) Main Street 68 nett joint 2^nd Eoin McGovern (21) and A Vaughan (22) tied with 70

June 25th 1949 Father Torlac O Reilly son of the late TP (former Cavan MOH) and Mrs Reilly Dublin and Earlsvale Road Cavan is ordained a priest at Saint Patrick’s College Maynooth.

Death of Bob Simpson Owen Roe former Signal Man at Cavan Railway station. Funeral from Cavan Parish Church to the New cemetery.

Death of Sarah Richmond Tullymongan House. She was mother of Harry and relict of Frank Richmond. Funeral from Cavan Parish church to the New cemetery.

Con P Smith and his wife Ann buy the 22 bedroom Tearmon Hotel Termofeckin County Louth on 537 acres for £22,000 from the Irish Tourist Board. Beautiful hotel excellent catering in serene surroundings.

July 2nd 1949 Cavan the Ulster and All Ireland Champions  beat Antrim 3-7 to 2-6 at Corrigan Park Belfast in the Ulster Semi Final before 15,000 spectators . Cavan led by 2-6 to 1-2 at the interval.

John Maguire aged 12 son of Garda John Maguire Swellan rescues Patrick Fagan also from Swellan from drowning at Swellan lake while Seamus Caffrey son of B Caffrey Postman rescues an entire family from drowning at Bray in County Wicklow. The Anglo Celt calls for the two men to be honoured for their acts of bravery.

George V Maloney Solicitor purchases the premises of Arthur Fagan Solicitor Farnham Street for £2,350.

Death of Louis McManus son of Patrick McManus JP and former Chairman of Cavan County Council Killynebber. Poultry farmer in Berkshire England since 1928-he retired 2 years ago. One of a family of 10-3 of his brothers were doctors. Survived by his brother Father Vincent CSSR in Australia. Father Hugh McGrail officiated at the funeral from the Cathedral to Cullies.

July 9th 1949 Bernard Sullivan with his wife and 2 children former Chairman of Cavan Branch ITGWU who is emigrating to England is made a presentation by his colleagues at a Ceilidhe in the Town Hall with music by the Breffni Ceilidhe Band and Exhibition of Dancing by The Gauthier School of Dancing.

There are now 80 employed at the building of the new houses at Kilnavara including 50 labourers 11 masons 3 plumbers 10 carpenters and 2 apprentices.

Annette Egan daughter of Harry and Margaret Saint Brigid’s Terrace wins 1^st place in the Under 8 Reels and Jigs at both Feis Breifne and Ballyjamesduff Feis.

Leo Greene Upper Main Street son of John James Butcher is the lucky winner of the Cake in the Forester’s Draw.

July 16th 1949 Sympathy is extended to Patrick Donaghy GNR Bus Driver Saint Mary’s Terrace on the death of his wife. Funeral from the Cathedral to Cullies.

Hugh P McEntee son of Andy and Anna McEntee and a member of the well known McEntee family Breffni Bar 57 Upper Main Street is appointed a Rate Collector with Cavan Urban Council.

John McGinnity organises 2 successful flights on The Saint Colman from Dublin Airport viewing all the main sites in county Cavan.The party was led by Dermot McCarthy County Manager and welcomed to Dublin Airport by SB Kelly PRO Aer Lingus. The guests then had a conducted tour of the Airport which is the most modern in Europe by Matt Leddy Aer Rianta and a native of Inishmore Butlersbridge. At a dinner in their honour they were hailed as pioneers as this was the first flight of its kind for such a large number of people ever organised by Aer Rianta.

Cavan are raging hot favourites to retain their Ulster crown against Armagh on Sunday while Donegal play Armagh in the Ulster Minor Final in the curtain raiser to the big game in Saint Tiernach’s Park Clones.

July 30th 1949 William Maloney eldest son of George V and Eileen Drumbar presently employed with Brown Thomas in Grafton Street Dublin is awarded 1^st place in Retail Management at the High School of Commerce in Dublin.

Dympna Smyth Main Street and Mary Connolly Drumelis are awarded their SRN in Nursing by London County Council.

Saint Joseph’s Young Priests Society 1949 President George V Maloney Secretary Sean O Farrell and Treasurer Con P Smith.

2^nd Cavan Troop Awards 1949 Inter Patrol 1^st Panther Patrol Team Patrol Leader John Walsh P Duffy Sean Woods J Gogarty Paddy McNamara Mel Doherty and Kevin McDermott 2^nd Curlew Patrol Leader J Donohoe Peter Maguire Paddy Flynn John Maguire Tommy O Donnell Sean Donohoe Michael Connolly and Barney Loonam. Merit Badges Signalling and Cycling Patrol Leader John Walsh Cycling and Swimming Patrol Leader Joseph Donohoe Swimming and Cycling Thomas Smith Woodwork Metalwork and Blacksmith A Greene Cycling and Swimming Leo Ronan Swimming Blacksmith and Metal work Sean Donohoe Bugling Swimming and Printing Teddy McCormack. The awards were presented by Father Malachy Byrne Chap[lain and Father PJ Gargan Diocesan Chaplain at a function in the Den in Bridge Street at which it was announced that the Annual Camp would take place this year in Enniscrone from the 5^th to the 18^th of August.

Death of Alice Reynolds wife of Tommy Shopkeeper Upper Main Street. Funeral from the Cathedral to Killygarry cemetery.

Death of John Haddock Caretaker of the New Protestant cemetery. Funeral from Cavan Parish Church to the New cemetery.

August 13th 1949 Cavan just beat Armagh 1-7 to 1-6 in a disappointing Ulster Final performance in Saint Tiernach’s Park Clones before a crowd of 24,000 who paid gate receipts of £1,960.The youthful Brian McNamara lined out for the injured Mick Higgins who was very badly missed at centre half forward. The Cootehill Brass and Reed Band paraded the teams before the match. Team Seamus Morris  R O Connor Paddy Smith Owen Roe McGovern P J Duke John Joe O Reilly (Captain) Simon Deignan Phil Brady Victor Sherlock Edwin Carolan Tony Tighe John Joe Cassidy Jimmy Stafford Peter Donohoe and TP O Reilly. Subs Willie Doonan J McEnroe Johnny Cusack Des Maguire Brian McNamara and James McCabe. Scorers Peter Donohoe 1-2 Edwin Carolan 0-3 Victor Sherlock 0-1 and Tony Tighe 0-1.Cavan will now meet Cork in the All Ireland Semi Final in Croke Park.

August 20th 1949 Death of Mary Josephine Smyth nee Maloney 7 Cootehill Road and late of 60 Main Street Cavan. Relict of Michael J Smyth former Chairman of Cavan Urban Council who died in July of 1914.Lady of great charm integrity and humour. Her acts of kindness and charity were legendary. She was an outstanding Vintner and Grocer and was engaged in packing tea and sugar each Tuesday at her premises in Main Street. Survived by her sons Terence (Teddy) Michael (Mick) Tommy and Paddy daughters Alice McConnell Mary (Mollie) Kathy Conaty and Teresa brother George Maloney and sister Sister Angela CSJ Provincial Sacred Heart Convent Leicester Father Jimmy O Reilly Adm assisted by Rev Joe Brady Belturbet Rev Peter O Donohoe CC Dublin and Rev Patrick O Donohoe (cousins) officiated at the funeral from the Cathedral to Killygarry cemetery.

Outstanding display by Cavan as they sweep aside the challenge of Cork 1-9 to 2-3 in the All Ireland Semi Final before an attendance of 49,789 who paid gate receipts of £5,103.They now qualify to met near neighbours Meath in the defence of their title. Scorers for Cavan Peter Donohoe 0-6 JJ Cassidy 1-0 Phil Brady Tony Tighe and Joe Stafford 0-1 each. Cavan who once again lined out without the injured Mick Higgins trailed Cork by 1-2 to 0-4 at the interval but dominated exchanges in the 2^nd half. Admission to the Hogan Stand was raised to 2/6 while Hill 16 admission was 1/6.

September 3rd 1949 The Sunday Press is published for the 1^st time.

Paddy Drum older brother of Tommy Drum (Blacksmith) dies in Scotland.

Hubert Duffy eldest son of Paddy Duffy Owen Roe 1^stin County Council and Diocesan Exams for entry to Saint Patrick’s College. Hubert was 7^th in Ireland.

Harry B Dawson formerly of Keadue Lodge and now domiciled in New York sends best wishes to the Cavan team in their attempt to win their third All Ireland in a row. Harry was in the Polo Grounds for the 1947 Final and is a personal friend of all the players and mentors.

September 24th 1949 Death of Hugh J Neary son of Peter and RA Neary Market Square in New Zealand. Member of the Police Force he was due to retire home to Cavan in 1952.

Presentation and Social to Francis Smith on the occasion of his emigration to the USA.

Father Charles Cartwright officiates at the funeral of Catherine McGauran relict of James College View in the Cathedral with burial in Cullies cemetery.

October 1st 1949 Meath beat raging hot favourites Cavan in the All Ireland Senior Football Final by 1-10 to 1-6 to win their first Senior All Ireland in the 62 year history of the competition. Outplayed for most of the hour the decision to leave Willie Doonan on the sideline cost Cavan dearly as Meath’s danger man Peter McDermott ran riot among the Cavan defence. Meath held sway at midfield and were yards faster and hungrier than Cavan. A crowd of 79,460 paying gate receipts of £7,057 with 10,000 locked outside failing to gain admission. In the curtain raiser Armagh beat Kerry to record their 1^st All Ireland victory. Scorers for Cavan Peter Donohoe 0-6 all frees Mick Higgins 1-0.The 2 hour journey home was completed at a snails pace because of the thick fog that enveloped the entire country.

John Joe O Reilly Church Street record haul of fish with pike and perch many of them over 2 lbs.

October 8th 1949 Owen Roe Tercentenary 1649-1949 celebrations in Cavan. Attended by over 100,000.The Military Tattoo in Breffni Park The Military Exhibition in the Courthouse and the final day Mass celebrated by Cardinal Dalton and  parade in which over 25,000 marched in glorious sunshine were the highlights of a packed week of programmes to honour Ireland’s greatest general. Nightly Tattoo in Breffni Park with search lights picking out the main players while Owen Roe was played by Lt E Clerkin FCA Aughaloora complete with white horse. Admission was 4/-(Reserved) 2/- and 1/- for Children.

Carmel McDonnell daughter of Tommy McDonnell and Mrs McDonnell Swellan first place in Loreto College in Intermediate Examination scoring 1^st class honours in all subjects is awarded a Scholarship and £60 for being placed 5^th in all of Ireland.

Death of Mrs Caffrey Drumalee wife of Paul Caffrey in a Dublin Hospital. Father JJ O Reilly Adm officiated at the funeral from the Cathedral to Cullies.

Death of Mrs Carroll Creighan Terrace wife of John. Father Malachy Byrne officiated at the funeral from the Cathedral to Cullies.

October 22nd 1949 Death of John Walsh in Lisdarn. Former outstanding footballer with Cavan Slashers winning Senior Championship medals. Father Malachy Byrne officiated at the funeral from the Cathedral to Cullies.

Farnham Cup Final at County Cavan Golf Club is won by R Lynch playing off 17 beating AG Anketell who was playing off 6 in the final.

Death of Father Joseph McDonald Saint Peter’s Phibsboro and formerly from Tower Hamlet Cavan and member of the well known Cavan drapery firm ‘Philip McDonald and Company at the age of 58. Educated at Saint Patrick’s college and Saint Patrick’s Maynooth where he was ordained for the Diocese of Kilmore in 1915.Served Kilmore for 13 years before joining the Vincentians in 1928. Survived by his brothers Philip and Austin and sister Mrs Carolan Oldcastle. Funeral from Saint Peter’s Phibsboro to Glasnevin cemetery.

29th of October 1949 Death of Rose Brady Claude Villa Cullies Cavan. Native of Cormeen Stradone. All her own family were in religion as Sisters and Priests. Predeceased by her husband James she is survived by her sons Father Philip A Brady Galloway Scotland Brian (Barney) James Brady MPSI John AgrSc and her daughter Sister M Ignatius. Funeral from the Cathedral to Cullies.

Sudden death of Randall Black extensive farmer and Butcher in Bridge Street at his residence Gartbrattan House. Funeral from Kilmore Cathedral to the adjoining cemetery.

Cavan Drama Festival Committee 1949-1950 Patron Rev Father JJ O Reilly Adm Chairman Edward O Hanlon Vice Chairman Seamus Gilheaney NT Secretary Tom Fitzpatrick Assistant Secretary Rosemary Power Treasurer Tom Malone Hibernian Bank.

November 5th 1949 Victor Sherlock Cavan and Kingscourt wins the All Ireland Junior Softball Singles beating the Leinster Champion M  Fahy Dublin in an exciting Handball Final in Navan. Sherlock won on the score 17-21 21-18 21-8 21-12 before a large enthusiastic gallery.

Death of Cavan’s oldest citizen John Smith Drumbar at the age of 90.Decent  Catholic very charitable and kind. Leading member for over 70 years of the Cathedral Confraternity. He was tall handsome and highly respected. After a stint working on the GNR Railways, finished his working life with Lord Farnham of whom he had his cottage rented. Funeral from the Cathedral to Cullies.

November 12th  1949 Death of Rose Strong Saint Brigid’s Terrace in Lisdarn after a long illness. All of her family are now in an orphanage and 3 of them were home for the funeral of their mother. Father Malachy Byrne officiated at the funeral from the Cathedral to Cullies.

November 19th 1949 10 labourers offer their services at Cavan Hiring Fair. All were rented at £39-42 per half year with full board. There were no girls.

November 26th 1949 Paddy Elliott Building Contractor buys Taggart’s Church Street at Public Auction conducted by Frank Conlon for £1,700.TJ Fitzpatrick had carriage of sale.

December 3rd 1949 CYMS 1949-1950 Chairman Gerry Lovett Vice Chairman Matty Corcoran Treasurer Mick Fox Secretary Eugene Monaghan Committee Joe O Rourke HL Smith Sean McConnell and Thomas Smith.

Kathleen Donohoe daughter of James Anglo Celt and College Street passes her SRN in London. Kathleen trained at Saint Andrew’s Hospital London.

December 10th 1949 All Catholic Church bells will ring out in unison at 12 midnight on Christmas Eve to usher in The Holy Year. John McGinnity is offering return flights to Rome with TWA from £54 return.

Father John Hunt replaces Father Hugh McGrail as Curate in Cavan.

Death of Patrick Donlon Swellan at an advanced age. Native of Drumod County Leitrim he formerly worked with the old Midland Railway. Regular member of the Catholic Confraternity in the Cathedral. He was a former Labour member of Cavan UDC. Father Malachy Byrne officiated at the funeral from the Cathedral to Cullies.

CYMS Whist Drive Top Score Brian Tierney Farnham Street 1^st Lady Maggie Hickey 2^nd Lady Mrs JP Dowd Farnham Street 1st Gent Diarmuid Lovett 2^nd Gent Sergeant McGrath and Thomas Smith Ashe Street (Tie).

December 17th 1949 Maureen Thorne daughter of Sergeant Thorne Dublin Road passes her State Registered Nurse exam at Cornelia Hospital in Dorset.

Trade in the shops in Cavan over the Christmas period was very poor. Christmas Eve brought a late sustained rush with shoppers thronging the town by cars and buses until a late hour.

Death of Michael Lee extensive hard working farmer at Behey. He was father of Owen Lee Porter in Surgical Hospital. Father Jimmy O Reilly Adm officiated at the funeral from the Cathedral to Killygarry.

Death of Terence Smith Labourer Drumalee Cottages. Father Jimmy O Reilly Adm officiated at the funeral from the Cathedral to Cullies.

December 31st 1949 Santa Claus Sean Galligan Gene Philip and Joe Cullivan together with the Power School of Dancing entertain the patients in the Surgical Hospital on Christmas Day.

County Cavan Golf Club 50^th Annual General Meeting  President John F O Hanlon Captain Bob Henderson Secretary Dermot Morgan Treasurer H Clark. Winners of Majors 1949 Captain’s Prize Philip Smyth Main Street Members Cup FPE Smith Farnham Cup R Lynch O Hanlon Cup Benny Hickey Ladies Captain’s Prize Kathleen Sullivan Church Street Lyons Cup Senior Cup and Perpetual Cup Joan O Hanlon Junior Cup Maisie Magee Cavan.

Cavan Tennis Club 1949 Chairman Tom Fitzpatrick Vice Chairman Jerry Lyons Secretary Tommy McCormick Treasurer Michael J Smith.

January 7th 1950 Over 4,000 people attend the six nights of Cavan Lawn Tennis Club’s Jack and the Beanstalk in the Town Hall. Over 700 children attended the matinee on Sunday. Bouquets of flowers and gifts were showered on the cast at the close on Sunday night..

January 14^th 1950 Griffith Black buys Drumbar House from GV Maloney who is moving to Farnham Street and the residence of AG Fegan Solicitors which he recently purchased for an undisclosed amount.

Peter P Galligan formerly of the Eagle Bar Bridge Street and DunLaoghaire County Dublin takes second place in Ireland in his final Chartered Accountant examinations. Educated at Drumcrave Saint Patrick’s College and Blackrock College Dublin.

Funeral of Willie Dunne Moynehall who passed away peacefully at home at an advanced age. Funeral from Cavan Parish Church to New cemetery.

4^th annual Pavilion Pantomime Jack and the Beanstalk plays to an amazing 4,000 people during its 8 day run in Cavan Town Hall. Many gifts and bouquets for the performers from well wishers on the final night.

January 20^th 1950 Fox’s ¾ Sale continues .”Imagine you get £1 worth every time you spend 16/8 in Fox’s.”

 Cavan CYMS recommence £8 Whist Drive in Temperance Hall after the Christmas break. Cards are 2/6 commencing at 9.Top Score £5 1^st lady £1 2^nd Lady 10/- 1^st Gent £1 2^nd Gent 10/- Hall specially heated.

Ita Sharkey O Reilly and Maureen Cosgrove are the recipients of a special presentation from all their friends and neighbours on the occasion of their recent marriages. Tea served Music by Betty Ronaghan and Robert Ryan.

Prayers in the Cathedral for Charles Hill formerly Latt House who has died in Warwick England on January 10^th 1950.

January 28^th 1950 Philip Ruddy NT retires as Principal of Colboyogue School  after 40 years distinguished service. He is succeeded by PJ Keaney Kilnalack.Phil is a former Vice Chairman of Cavan GAA and Ulster Council Delegate long time Fianna Fail member of Cavan UDC.Native of Poles Phil played football with Saint Patrick’s Drumcondra Behey Benburbs and Cavan Slashers. He is a founder member of Feis Breifne from 1918

Death of Hughie Clarke Saint Brigid’s Terrace. Native of Swellan he is the last of 7 brothers. Worked in McCarren’s all of his life and was a member of Cavan Slashers and took an active interest in the fortunes of the County team seldom missing a game in Breffni Park. Very active member of ITGWU who formed a Guard of Honour at the funeral from the Cathedral to Drumcor with Father Malachy Byrne officiating.

February 4^th 1950 Cavan Branch ITGWU Chairman John Murray Vice Chairman Paddy Brady Secretary John Lennon.Committee P Johnston P Lee M Jermyn J Brady Josie Greenan D Gilchrist A McKenna Tony Pryce Johnny Martin Pat Kirby John Burns Shop Stewards P Johnston UDC and Thomas Cullivan.

Magnet Players Killygarry present ‘Mountain Dew at Saint Joseph’s Hospital Lisdarn. Draw was won by Tony Tighe 2^nd Aidan Smith Lisdarn Hospital and 3^rd Rose Cullen Dunaven 4^th Tessie Reilly 5^th Owen Donohoe Arch Café Main Street.Dr Cooney County MOH returned thanks to all the artistes and audience who supported a most enjoyable and entertaining evening.

Death of Patrick Savage in Portstewart former Sergeant in RIC stationed in Cavan and other areas until disbanded in 1922.

Sean Greene Latt is on his way to Australia accompanied by Jim Donnelly Deggan.Presented with a wallet of notes at a function by his many friends in the area.

Death of Michael De Lacy former Cavan County Manager who replaced MA Veale when he moved to Laois Offaly. Senior official of the Department of Local Government he was very popular with staff and customers who he served with distinction. In his youth he spent a number of years in Australia where he excelled in sport and represented the Wallabies in Senior International Rugby.

February 11^th 1950 Investiture of 26 new Scouts in Scout Den T Sweeney Peter Storey Cyril McGovern Jimmy Duignan Dessie McKenna Paddy Flynn Des Dale Eamonn Donohoe Sean Woods Joe Mullery Peter Kinsella Paddy McNamara Mel Doherty P Reilly T Fitzpatrick Sean Donohoe Tommy O Donnell Paddy Flynn John Maguire Peter Maguire Tommy McEvoy Liam Kinsella Patrick McNamara O Brady Brendan Agnew T Gogarty.PN Smith Chairman was unavoidably absent but Father Patrick Gargan Diocesan Chaplin presided Scoutmaster John Donohoe Assistant Scoutmaster John Walsh Brothers Mark Oswin Luke Timothy and David.Seamus Gilheaney NT John Maguire Matty Corcoran Treasurer and Buglers Teddy McCormack and Leo Ronan.

Joe Fitzpatrick RIP well known family Draper Upper Main Street (Eason’s) leaves Estate valued at £14,478.Including £500 to Chief assistant and cousin Peter Fitzpatrick £500 for Masses £50 to Saint Vincent De Paul and £10 each to all shop assistants presently working in the shop.

Death of John Smith Coach Builder College Street just one day after returning home for good from England where he spent the last 40 years. Funeral from the Cathedral to Killygarry cemetery.

Death of Con Donohoe at the residence of his daughter Mrs JJ Greene Butcher Upper Main Street. Funeral from the Cathedral to Killygarry cemetery with Father Charles Cartwright officiating.

TK Igoe UDC and Postman Cavan Post Office is made a presentation of a wallet of notes by his colleagues in Cavan Post Office at a function in the Railway Hotel on the occasion of his promotion to Drogheda.Oliver Finlay presided and also present were J Timoney Postmaster M McKenna Overseer Michael Ryan Tommy Hughes Paddy Duffy Andy O Brien NT and Mary Brady Chair Cavan UDC.Mr Igoe is a former Chairman of the Post Office Workers Union and at the moment is campaigning for a better copy of the National Anthem to be played at performances in the Magnet Cinema !

Castlerahan Players will premiere Jimmy McEntee’s latest play ‘Mixed Spice’ in Castlerahan Hall on the first Sunday of Lent.

7^th Annual Boy Scouts Dance with the Billy Carter Orchestra from Bray.Hall lavishly decorated Spot Prizes.

March 4^th 1950 Smyth’s 60 Main Street Cavan are offering the new Servis washing machines on Easy Terms. Demonstrations each day.Machine only uses ¼ of a unit of electricity per hour and  washes spotlessly clean !.

Phil Ruddy is presented with an 8 day clock and a wallet of notes by Father Jimmy O Reilly Adm at a function in Coolboyogue School to mark his retirement after 40 years service. Music by Eugene Leddy’s Ceilidhe Band. Dancing by the  Farrell School of Dancing Tony Gertie and Vera. Musical items by Seamus and Eddie McPhillips Tom Sheanon Brian Browne and Phil Smith. Master Keaney thanks Phil Ruddy for handing over the school  as “a well oiled efficient machine”. Sentiment re echoed by Mrs O Reilly Assistant.

Death of Mrs M Greene at the residence of her daughter Minnie McCarren Brookvale Farnham Road. Funeral in Castlerea county Roscommon.

Father and uncle of Dickey Black Church Street die the same day. Natives of Strokestown County Roscommon both were extensive farmers. In recent years Michael Black father of Dickey came to live with his son in Church Street and was a very well known respected personality who was in top form up to 2 months ago.Rev Mr Slack officiated at the huge funeral from Saint John’s Church Strokestown to the adjoining cemetery. Later a meeting of County Cavan Harriers adjourned as a mark of respect to the family of the late Michael Black.

Death of Margaret Murray SRN New York. She was daughter of Tommy Murray UDC Breffni Terrace Cavan. Tommy is presently in hospital as a result of breaking his legs when he fell down the steps adjacent to his home.

Death of Mrs Jack Charters (Nee Galligan) the Bungalow Breffni Park. Father Charles Cartwright officiated at the funeral from the Cathedral to Potahee.

Labour led by new Prime Minister Clement Atlee sweep into power in Britain with 315 seats against the Conservatives 296 seats. Liberals almost obliterated now have only 9 seats while the others have 3 and the Communist Party lost all of their seats. Sir Stafford Cripps is Chancellor of the Exchequer while Ernest Bevan is Foreign Secretary.

March 11^th 1950 Death of Rev Mother Mary Paul Poor Clare Convent where she was Sacristan for over 30 years. Entered the Convent in 1883 and was Professed in 1886.She was Vicaress for a number of years. Youngest daughter of Francis Eardley Farnham Street Head Inspector of Works Cavan County Council. Predeceased by her brothers Rev JH Eardley Castlewellan County Down Rev Charles Eardley PP Rockorry Doctor HE Eardley Burtonport County Down sisters late Sister Mary Benedict Saint Louis Convent Monaghan .Rev John Maguire Vicar General Cootehill and formerly Adm Cavan was the chief celebrant of her funeral Mass from the Convent Chapel to the adjoining cemetery where prayers at the graveside were recited by Father Charles Cartwright.

Death of James Sheridan Farnham at the age of 84.Over 50 years in the employment of Lord Farnham. He lived in one of the Labourer’s cottages adjoining the Estate. Father P Connolly PP officiated at the funeral from Saint Patrick’s Drumcor to the adjoining cemetery.

Cmdt John Joe O Reilly will captain the Ulster team to play Leinster in the Railway Cup Final on Saint Patrick’s Day.

Jim Brady Cavan Professional Boxer outpoints Billy Stewart over 6 *3 minute rounds at the Ulster Hall. Jim’s crisp left hand lead and elusive movement won the fight and dominated from round 1. The verdict in Jim’s favour was received with enthusiasm by a capacity audience.

Butlersbridge Players present Autumn in the local Hall starring Miss N Armstrong Sheila McGovern Nora Brown M/Sean O Hare Paddy McGowan Phil McGowan J Farrell B Fitzpatrick F McPhillips Brian Brown. Dancing by Tony Gertie and Vera Farrell. Music by The McPhillips Brothers with Mick Foynes MC.

March 16^th 1950 Death of Catherine Gannon 13 Elm Park Sandycove.Wife of JP Gannon former Co Cavan Accountant and Secretary Cavan County Council.She was sister of John F O Hanlon Managing Director Anglo Celt and the late ET O Hanlon Editor Anglo Celt and Mrs Finlay Killynebber.Went to reside in Dublin in 1929.Gifted and accomplished Pianist she gave many public recitals in Cavan. Generous decent personality she was popular with all. Survived by her son Joseph H Gannon Maureen Dunn and Erne Gannon. Funeral from Sandycove to Cullies cemetery.

Death of Mrs E Burns Mitchell Street after an illness of 3 weeks. She was an accomplished singer and musician. Survived by her daughter and relatives. Father JJ O Reilly Adm officiated at the funeral from the Cathedral to Cullies.

March 25^th 1950 Ulster beat Leinster 4-11 to 1-7 in the Railway Cup Final at Croke Park before a crowd of 40,256 gate receipts £3,393 having led by 3-5 to 0-2 at half time having played with wind and sun in the first half. The referee was Dan Ryan of Tralee and the teams were paraded by the Artane Boys Band who entertained the crowd with Saint Patrick’s Day numbers at half time .Ulster J O Hare Down John Joe O Reilly Captain Cavan Mickey Moyna Monaghan Paddy Smith Cavan PJ Duke Cavan P O Neill Armagh S Quinn Armagh Phil Brady Cavan Victor Sherlock Cavan Kevin Armstrong Antrim Peter Donohoe Cavan Hughie McKearney Monaghan Subs Sean Gallagher Donegal for Victor Sherlock Check.

Over 1,500 attend the Saint John Bosco film in the Magnet Cinema. All proceeds were in aid of the Salesian Missionary College.

Death of Mrs N Smith wife of Patrick Smith Draper Carrigallen County Leitrim and mother of Margaret ‘Daisy’ McCarren Saint Helen’s Cavan.

Untimely death of Mrs Brennan  wife of Dennis ( Dinny) Brennan at a very young age Painter Wolfe Tone Street. They were only married for 5 months. Father Jimmy O Reilly Adm officiated at the funeral from the Cathedral to Killoughter Cemetery.

Death of Rose Smith Breffni Terrace after a long illness. Funeral from the Cathedral to Cullies Cemetery. She was a sister of Charlie Smith Secretary Cavan Association New York.

Death of well known business man Con Smith while attending the Railway Cup Finals in Croke Park at the age of 65.Very popular personality. He was deeply involved with the GAA and a benefactor of Saint Joseph’s Young Priest Society. He ran a Pub and Grocery at the Sibin Main Street and among his employees was Mary Rodgers later to be Mary Finegan 73 Upper Main Street. Collapsed just after half time and despite medical and spiritual aid was pronounced dead at the scene. Many of the Cavan team and officials attended the huge funeral with over 100 cars following the cortege from the Cathedral to Drumkilly Cemetery. He is survived y his brothers sisters and other relatives.

Cavan’s 5^th Drama Festival plays to capacity attendances at Cavan Town Hall. Entries from all over Ireland including Cork Galway Mayo Sligo Louth Meath Armagh Fermanagh Westmeath and Cavan. Winners of the Dr Lyons Cup in the Open Section were Saint Brigid’s Dunleer County Louth with ‘The Vanished Village’ Best Producer Nancy Carroll Dunleer Winners of the Confined and Aldermann Hugh Lee Cup the Magnet Players Killygarry with ‘The Rugged Path’ Winners of the One Act Play were Phoenix Players Tubbercurry with ‘The Workhouse Ward’ by Lady Gregory Wiinners of the AOH Cup Saint Aidan’s Troupe Butlersbridge with ‘Knocknagow’ Best Actor Tom McLoughlin Armagh Best Actress Ethna Fay Ballyjamesduff. CYMS.

Michael Ryan employee of Cavan Post Office for the last 12 years is made a presentation of a wallet of notes by his colleagues in Cavan Post Office in the Old Globe Hotel on the occasion of his departure on promotion to Dublin. Very well known in Cavan town he  stayed in McEntee’s Breffni Bar 57 Upper Main Street.

Death of Margaret McGahern Wolfe Tone Street. Father Cartwright officiated at the funeral from the Cathedral to Drumcor.

April 8^th 1950 Fundraiser in Butlersbridge Hall in aid of the local football club. Songs by Sean Browne E Brogan Tommy Smyth and Eddie McPhillips. Hornpipes and Reels Una Meehan with Mick Foynes MC.

Saint John Bosco Boxing Club Cavan annual tournament in Town Hall.Eamon Donohoe beat S Cunningham Navan Patsy Lawlor beat N Finnegan Navan Peter Lawlor lost to A McDermott Navan Flyweight Sean Donohoe (Irish Finalist and Ulster Champion 1947 -1949) KO P Cunningham Navan Bantamweight Leo Ronan beat P Connolly Tullycorbett Featherweight Ronnie Bell beat L Fay Navan Tommy Duignan beat T O Rourke Ballinamore Terry Duignan beat N Finnegan Dunsaughlin Charlie Murray beat C Connolly Tullycorbett.Officials were Sgt Stapleton FCA Navan Dr FPE Smith Cavan John Donohoe Scoutmaster S Duncan Navan M Joyce and J McCabe Tullycorbett.

April 15^th 1950 Exchequer Returns for 1949 Revenue £74,025,000 Expenditure £81,211,000 Deficit £7,186,008 !

 

Tom Clarke Smith’s Garage and William Keyes badly shaken as their two vehicles collide at McGinnity’s corner. Both men were released from hospital later in the evening.

Death of Mrs Browne wife of William Browne MA Cathedral Road. Ill for a number of months she leaves her husband and 2 young sons Brendan and Patrick. Funeral from the Cathedral to Cullies.

AG Anketell resident in Cavan for a number of years and well known in tennis and golfing circles is promoted Manager of the Ulster Bank Killybegs County Donegal.

Death of one of Cavan’s greatest reporters and Sinn Fein activist Thomas T Walsh Church Street on Easter Sunday at his residence at the age of 71.Native of Westport County Mayo joined the Editorial Staff of the Anglo Celt 47 years ago and was Chief Reporter for 25 years. Worked in the Connaught Telegraph in Castlebar before coming to Cavan. Prominent in the establishment of Sinn Fein in the County. He took an active part in the fight for Independence and was interred in Ballykinlar and Crumlin Road Gaol in Belfast by the British. Very active in GAA circles he was instrumental in forming a hurling team in Cavan town in 1904 and was an active member of Cavan Slashers GFC.Very religious he visited the Cathedral at least once a day and he was a man of deep religious and political conviction. Sick for only 2 months. Father John Hunt officiated at he funeral from the Cathedral to Cullies where the coffin draped in the tricolour was carried part of the journey by his colleagues in the Anglo Celt. A Guard of Honour was drawn up from colleagues in the old IRA who were all interred with him during the struggle for Independence including Michael and Thomas Foynes Butlersbridge Michael McGearty Matt Tully and Owen Burns Charlie Reilly Drumherrish Pol McSeain Cornafean CP Fitzpatrick Ballinagh Sean O Farrell  Cavan. Walter Higgins Drung sounded the last post at the graveside. He is survived by his wife Eileen son Stephen B Nuala and Ita.

Death of Kate O Dowd who lived with her relatives Mr and Mrs Tom O Rourke Lake View. Funeral from the Cathedral to Killygarry.

Sean Dwane son of Mr TW Dwane former Postmaster in Cavan has completed a 2 year Agricultural Course at the Salesian College Pallashenry and will manage a 500 acre farm in Ontario Canada.

Rate Collection for the Urban area of Cavan amounts to £11,557 representing a collection of 97.80%.Arrears amount to £282 of which only £3 will be written off says County Manager Dermot McCarthy.

April 22^nd 1950 Serious accident at Kilmore Cross at 7 Am on Monday morning .Jim Mullery and his friends Kathleen and Molly Rorke Assistants in Mc Cusker’s Hair Salon and Kathleen McGirr Arva aged 6 are all detained in Cavan Surgical Hospital after the car in which Jim Mullery was driving was in collision with a tree at Kilmore on their way back from a weekend in Sligo. The car was a complete write off and the occupants received head injuries not thought to be life threatening.

Patrick McCaffrey Junior Mitchell Street has a miraculous escape from serious injury when a tree he was watching being felled  went out of control and he was hit with a branch at the Plantation in Cloverrhill.

April 29^th 1950 Scouts Revue 1950 features the new singing sensation Frank McPhail of Radio Eireann fame.

Death of Frank Jackson Wolfe Tone Street after a short illness. Worked all his life at M/S Fagan’s Glenalara Swellan.Well known member of the Workers Union. Survived by his wife family and many relatives.

Death of Jane Cartwright Mitchell Street on Wednesday her 25^th birthday. Father Charles Cartwright officiated at the funeral from the Cathedral to Cullies.

Transport Workers Union presents Patrick O Reilly with a wallet of notes on the occasion of his emigration to the USA. The Social in the Town Hall concluded with the singing of He is a Jolly Good Fellow’ and the National Anthem.

President Sean T and Mrs Kelly are received in private audience by Pope Pius XII on the occasion of their State Pilgrimage to the Vatican for Holy Year.

May 6^th1950 Meeting of Cavan Urban Council Mary Brady Chairman presiding present were M/S J Muldoon AG Fegan BT Corr and Patrick McDonnell Baker County Manager Dermot McCarthy and Town Clerk Michael Conlon.Good news as the Manager announces that the Urban Rate for this year is reduced by 1/6.

Sudden death of the great PJ Duke at Saint Vincent’s Hospital Dublin shocks the country and particularly every village and town in County Cavan. Thousands at the May Fair in Bailieborough are numb with shock and many tears are shed while the same pattern is repeated all over the county with people bursting into tears as his death was announced on the Radio Eireann News Bulletins. In Dublin his team mates file past the coffin in the Mortuary at Saint Vincent’s before carrying his remains to the waiting hearse for his last journey home to Stradone. In O Connell Street all businesses closed traffic was stopped and thousands thronged the footpaths to catch a glimpse of the famous Cavan team lining both sides of the hearse. In Blanchardstown Clonee Navan Kells and Virginia thousands stand with head bared tears streaming down their cheeks mourning the loss of one of Cavan’s greatest warriors. Saint Brigid’s Church in Larah was packed to capacity as friends and neighbours come to pay their respects. The coffin was draped in both the UCD and Cavan colours and his football boots stood on top of the coffin. The young altar servers carried the 14 wreaths to his grave while his team mates carried PJ from the Church to his final resting place.Rev Father Ryan CC assisted by Rev J Canon Keogan and Rev L Corr CC officiated at the graveside. PJ Duke is survived by his parents Andrew and Mrs Duke brothers Charles Vincent Tom sisters Betty and Kathleen. PJ Duke was the holder of 2 All Ireland Senior medals- playing in 4 Finals (1945 1947 1948 and 1949) 4 Ulster Senior Championship medals 1 National League 1948 1 Railway Cup won on Saint Patrick’s Day 1950.McRory Cup medals with Saint Patrick’s College 1942 and 1943 representing Ulster Colleges on both occasions 3 Sigerson Cp medals 1945 1949 and 1947 when he captained UCD to victory. In 1950 he represented the Combined University against Ireland where he came up against his old friend and Cavan team mate Victor Sherlock producing a classic performance. He was a final year Dentistry student at UCD and was due to sit his finals next month.

May 13^th 1950 Peter A Fitzpatrick 31 Market Street Cootehill is appointed Law Agent for County Cavan. Native of Scotshouse Peter is married to Church Street native Rose Taggart (Coachbuilders). He is brother of Tom Fitzpatrick Solicitor Cavan.

Tenants appointed to 20 new houses in Kilnavara (Saint Phelim’s Place) 1 William Allen Baker 2 James McCabe Shop Assistant 3 Thomas A Pryce Lorry Driver 4 Hugh P McEntee Rate Collector 5 Patrick McGrath Garda Sergeant 6 J P Keegan Health Inspector 7 Mrs Josephine Sheridan Postmistree 8 Thomas Donlon School’s Inspector 9 John McSherry Garda 10 Bernard Cullen Insurance Agent 11 MJ Magee School Teacher 12 Patrick Flynn Home Support Officer 13 Terry Dowd Garage Foreman 14 Henry Agnew Retired 15 Tommy Cusack Postman 16 Gerry T Moore Plasterer 17 James Graham Driver 18 Walter Lambert Pensioner 19 Edward Sharkey Labourer 20 Patrick Brady Carpenter. Dermot McCarthy County Manager announces that the total rental income from houses to Cavan UDC is £2,293 of which a staggering £2,233 was collected.

Death of Frank Sheehy at his residence Hammersmith London on May 10^th 1950.His daughter is married to Edward Johnston Wolfe Tome Street. Outstanding footballer with Cavan Slashers in the 1920-1930 period.

Death of Elizabeth Heslin Kelly’s Terrace after a long illness.

Jumble Sale in aid of the recently formed Girl’s Cub in the Town Hall where it was announced hat a branch of the Legion of Mary was being organised and a book lending service courtesy of Cavan County Library was being established.

May 20^th 1950 Cyril Anderson is the winner of the bronze medal at the Feis Cheoil for Senior Piano (Caroline O Reilly Cup) where there were 43 entries from all over the country. Cyril is a teacher in the Royal school and is secretary Cavan Lawn Tennis Club Farnham Street and Organiser of the famous Cavan Open week in August each year.

National Senators and MPs at their annual Conference in the North ask the Republic government to give seats in the Senate and Dail to Nationalist elected representatives in Northern Ireland.

Mollie Soden Chief Probate Officer is appointed a Commissioner for Oaths by the Minister for Justice.

Drumcrave Band Committee pass a vote of sympathy with the relatives of Bernard Young RIP who was a founder member of the band in 1890.

Excursion from Portadown arrives in Cavan with 300 free spending clients shopping for items not available in Northern Ireland. O Nell Pipe Band  parade the town several times making a big impression with their stirring selections and magnificent uniforms. Later they took up a generous collection.

Glut of potatoes at Cavan Market with Banners 1/10 to 2/- a stone and Pinks from 2/4 to 2/6 a stone. Trade was fairly brisk with 156 bags sold.

The Tercentenary of the birth of Saint John Bosco De Las Salle who was canonised in 1900 celebrated in the Cathedral on May 14^th with Father John Hunt officiating and Father Vincent K Kennedy on the organ accompanying the De La Salle Boy’s Choir.

May 27^th 1950 Huge crowds attend the Parish Mission in the Cathedral Killygarry and Butlersbridge given by Father Sorahan and Father Phair OMI.

Death of Peter Smith uncle of John Smith Killygarry and uncle of Paddy and Donie Smith Cavan county footballers. Funeral from the Cathedral to Killygarry with Father Charles Cartwright and Father Robert McCabe officiating.

For the first time in living memory neither male or female presenting themselves for Hire at Cavan May Fair. Hopefully we have seen the end of this barbaric custom.

Two very respectable members of the recent Portadown outing to Cavan appear at Cavan District Court charged with stealing 2 rolls of spin silk from the premises of Maurice Brady Man Street. Justice Patrick Lavery in extending the POA on condition that they keep the peace fined the two gentlemen £1 each and compliment Garda Bligh for his quick action in apprehending them at Cavan Station where he found the two rolls of silk concealed beneath their coats. Both were much the worse for drink and Justice Lavery told them if they came to the attention of the Court again they would get 6 months in Mountjoy!

Tommy McCormick conducts a guided tour of his magnificent Elmbank Hatchery for Dr Coles Chief Poultry Officer of the British Department of agriculture and Mr Philpote Chief Poultry Inspector of the Department of Agriculture Dublin. Over 250,000 Day Old Chicks are dispatched to Poultry Producers all over Ireland from this most up to date plant which is one of the finest in Europe.

June 3^rd 1950 Death of Mrs Edward Smith College Street. Native of Bailieboro husband was a retired Postman. Funeral from the Cathedral to Cullies with Father Malachy Byrne officiating.

Death of the very well known and popular Billy Morris Upper Main Street at the age of 60 at the Adelaide Hospital Dublin after a short illness. For over 40 years he was on the compositing staff in Cavan Anglo Celt. He was an  outstanding printer and compositor with an artistic eye and speed’s He was a great friend of the Smyth’s McEntee’s and Sullivan’s and joined them fishing hunting and socialising. Very droll sense of humour Billy could make a sharp personal remark which never offended .Survived by his sister Jenny and many relations and friends. The cortege was met on the final journey from Dublin at the School House and the funeral from Cavan Parish Church was one of the biggest ever seen in the town with all shops closed and curtains drawn as mark of respect to a great old residernt.The Celt staff carried the coffin up Church Street and from the hearse to the graveside at the New cemetery where the Rev Young officiated.

Dorie Smith wins the Best Gross at Mullingar Golf Club Open with an 85.Next Sunday Bob Henderson’s Captain’s Prize at County Cavan Golf Club.

June 10th 1950 Bernard Finlay announces that he is opening the newly refurbished Dew Drop Inn specialising in Beer Grocery and Confectionery at 2 Connolly Street formerly owned by Vincent Cullen. The Monumental Works adjacent will still continue under his management and all orders received will be executed on time.

Owenie McGovern playing off 16 with a score of 68 nett wins the Captain’s Bob Henderson’s Prize at County Cavan Golf Club 2^nd Tomas Donlon School’s Inspector (18) with 69 nett.52 competed for the Prize.

Cavan reap full revenge on Meath by winning the 1950 League Final (Home).It was decided at Congress to admit New York to play in the League Final against Cavan when they are over in August.

Rev Charles Young nephew of Thomas Young Ashe Street Publican and a native of Swanlinbar is ordained to the Priesthood at Saint Kieran’s College Kilkenny. He will minister in San Diego California.

Death of J Allen Nee McDermott Mitchell Street after a long illness borne with courage and fortitude. Father Charles Cartwright officiated at the Funeral from the Cathedral to Cullies.

Dickey Mullery Norman Cinnamond and Richard Black are the chief promoters of the new cycling Club planned for Cavan town. Untimely death of Ann O Reilly Imperial Hotel at a Dublin Nursing Home after a very short illness. She was sister of T Plunkett Chairman County Cavan Farmers. Highly respected and religious she leaves a husband Phil and 5 children Marie Breda Christina Philip and Oliver who is only 5 weeks old.Rev John Hunt CC officiated at the funeral from the Cathedral to Killygarry Cemetery.

Harry Bradshaw and Joe Carr enthral a huge crowd who paid 2/6 each in a 27 hole exhibition match at County Cavan Golf Club.

June 17^th 1950 Liam Bogue Junior from Drogheda opens new Sawmills overlooking Breffni Park. He is presently building a dwelling house adjacent to the Mill. He will turn out hurleys and brush handles. His father designed and manufactured the clock in Croke Park known to thousands of Gaels.

June 24^th 1950 4 bus loads of visitors from Bray and Dun Laoire enjoy a day out in Cavan capped off with a lively Social in Gannon’s Hall.

Death of William Gichreest Pullamore after a lingering illness. Father CA Cartwright officiated at the Funeral from the Cathedral to Killygarry.

Death of Bernard Lynch Crubany.Huge attendance at the Cathedral bore testimony to his popularity. Father Malachy Byrne officiated at the funeral from the Cathedral to Killygarry.

July 1st 1950 Rev Patrick Flood Chaplin to the American Air Force returns to Germany after a holiday with his father Patrick at Tullyco Cavan.

Death of Frank Brady Tierquin well known sportsman and huntsman. He was an enthusiastic follower of Cavan county football team. He was a founder member of Cavan Hunt Club. Funeral from the Cathedral to Killygarry Cemetery.

Congratulations to Barry Cullen Farnham Street who passed his 3^rd Medical Exam at UCD with 1^st class honours. He is 2^nd son of Dr Bertie and Maura Cullen Farnham Street.

MJ Sonny Magee playing off 8 shows his wonderful versatility by winning the Cullen Cup 3 up at County Cavan Golf Club 2^nd was M O Rourke (16) 3^rd Paddy McManus (20) and 50 competed.

Over 80,000 Pioneers pack into Croke Park reciting the heroic offering marking the Golden Jubilee of the Pioneer Total Abstinence Association.

US joins the Korean War on Saturday July 8^th 1950. President Truman orders the United States 24^th Infantry Division to the battle front as Communist Troops  from the North push into South Korea where they are met with token resistance. The US Navy under General McArthur commence blockading the coast while the American Air Force are ordered to bomb strategic positions in North Korea.

July 8^th 1950 Oliver Finlay Cavan Post Office as a result of the Civil Servant Examinations is promoted Officer GPO Dublin. Presentation to Oliver a native of Bridge Street by J Timoney Postmaster on behalf of indoor and outdoor staff.

Adam Louden former Butcher in the town and now 36 years in Canada visits Cavan for a holiday. He is manager of a large Slaughtering Plant in Vancouver.

Death of K Smith wife of Michael Pullamore.Huge funeral from the Cathedral to Killygarry. She leaves husband Michael and 8 children.

Thousands of cyclists pass through the town on their way to the Ulster Semi Final in Clones.750 passengers travelled by train with GNR Railways and were among the 15,000 who saw Cavan beat Antrim 1-12 to 2-6 in the Ulster Semi Final in Clones.

July 15^th 1950 Sister M Angela sister of George Maloney Pound Archway and the late Mary Josephine Smyth 60 Main Street and Annaly House 7 Cootehill Road Cavan celebrates the Golden Jubilee of her Profession on the Feast of Saint Peter and Paul at the Sacred Heart Novitiate and Provincialate Rearsby Leicester England. The Bishop pf Nottingham and a large number of clergy joined in the ceremonies. Later Sister Angela along with the American Mother Abbess paid a visit to Rome for Holy Year where she was received  by Pope Pius xii in private audience at the Vatican.

Death of Douglas Hyde the first President of Ireland at the age of 89 after a long illness. Eminent gaelic scholar and writer he was the founder of the Gaelic League.

Phil Reilly The Imperial Hotel suffers second bereavement within a few weeks of his wife’s death with his brother James Reilly Tullyinchin Laragh passing away. The funeral was very well attended from Carrickallen Church to the adjoining cemetery.

Paddy Reilly Lisdarn T Farrelly and Jimmy Smith are among the delegates at the Foresters Convention in Drogheda.

July 22^nd 1950 Sister M Patricia Kelly Medical Missionaries of Mary takes her final degree in Medicine at UCD.She will work among the poor Pagans and Lepers in Africa. She is a daughter of John Kelly Tax Officer and a native of Redhills.

Death of Grace Finegan Rockville Corlurgan.She was a gentle religious person of advanced years. She was a sister of the late Bishop Patrick Finegan and niece of Bernard Finegan both Bishops of Kilmore.Sister of Mrs Packenham M Finegan and A Finegan and aunt of Mollie Finegan NT and Jim Finegan Corlurgan.Father Charles Cartwright officiated at the funeral from the Cathedral to Cullies.

July 29^th1950 Armagh beat Cavan to win their first Ulster Senior Championship since 1903.Celebrations went on long into the night in Clones.

Superintenent P Hennelly establishes a  Boxing Club in Ballyhaise with a big tournament organised for the 15^th August at which boxers from all the adjacent counties will take part. Sergeant Hennelly was on the Irish Olympic Boxing Team of 1932 in Los Angeles winning a coveted Golden Gloves title in 1933.

Death of Mrs Charlie Reilly Drumherrish.She was widow of John Reilly and daughter of Matthew Smith Drumcrave.She was a wonderful conversationalist and could recall events back to Fenian times. She was mother of Poll topping County Councillor Charles Reilly Clann Na Poblachta and Eugene Reilly Supervisor County Cavan Cow Testing Association. Father Malachy Byrne officiated at the funeral from the Cathedral to Cullies cemetery.

Thomas Browne 13 son of Paddy Browne now 23 years in England is awarded a 3 year Scholarship by the City Council London where his father is employed as a Labourer.

Death of the legendary Paddy Reilly Mill Rock after a long illness borne with great dignity and courage. Founder member of the Cavan Labour Band who played the Dead March from Saint Phelim’s to the Cathedral and formed a Guard of Honour as the hearse inched towards Cullies where Father Malachy Byrne an old friend of the deceased officiated. Paddy was a gifted Electrician with Smyth’s 60 Main Street and was known far and wide for his good nature and great skill as he brought the benefits of Electricity to the people of County Cavan. Lifetime member of the Confraternity of the Holy Family.

Over 700 travel by train to Clones while thousands cycled the 18 miles journey returning in dry weather after a very wet morning. Armagh beat Cavan to win their first Ulster title since 1903 and celebrations continued long into the night. Cavan now have the arduous task of playing New York in Croke Park next Sunday in the National League Final.

August 5^th 1950 Very Rev Canon Mitchell MA Ballymena is elected Bishop of Kilmore Ardagh and Elphin in succession to Dr Hughes who has resigned due to ill health.

Brid Sheridan County Librarian appeal is for more funds to refurbish and extend Library facilities particularly at Central Headquarters. There are 50 centres throughout the County and many have become dilapidated in the 20 years since the Library Service was founded.

Father Michael Smith is spending a holiday with his sister Mrs Tuite Sub Post Office Virginia. Father Smith is brother of Philip and Bennie Smyth Merchants Main Street.

Maureen Cosgrave daughter of Packy and Mrs Cosgrove Wolfe Tone Street wins 6 medals at the Annual Ballyjamesduff Feis while Kathleen Hicks daughter of Patrick and Mrs Hicks Emmett Place wins 5 medals at the same Feis.

Frank Carroll and Tony Dunne are in Belgium on holidays. Trouble is reported in Belgium as attempts are made to unseat King Leopold.

Whist Drive in Smith’s Railway Hotel in aid of Breffni Park Improvement Fund.

August 12th 1950.Sympathy is extended to Michael Farrelly Tullac Mongan and Cavan Labour Band  on his recent bereavement and the family of the late Paddy Reilly Mill Rock on the death of Paddy a founding member of Cavan Labour Band.

Valerie McCarren Finalist in the Irish Junior Championships at London Bridge Road Dublin. She is daughter of Tom and Minnie McCarren Brookvale.

August 19th 1950 Wettest Summer in 26 years .In his first address to his Flock Bishop Quinn calls for prayers for good weather.

Princess Elizabeth Duchess of Edinburgh gives birth to her second child a girl called Anne at her London residence Clarence House. Anne is becomes 3^rd in line to the throne after her brother Charles who was born on November 14^th 1948. Sean T O Kelly President ov Ireland sent a telegram of congratulations on behalf of the people of Ireland.

Death of Pat Brady Draper Upper Main Street deeply respected and very religious. Business man he  carried on a drapery store at Upper Main Street opposite Smyth’s Electrical in the shop now occupied by The Health Shop. Sub Prefect in the Holy Family Confraternity which he served with distinction for over 40 years. He was brother o Father Brady PP Ferbane County Offaly. Native of Gowna he was a noted footballer in his youth. Survived by his wife and daughter Vera. Father Charles Cartwright officiated at the Funeral from the Cathedral to Killygarry Cemetery.

Farewell in New Jersey to Mrs M Carroll and Kathleen Marron who are returning to Ireland. Attending the function were Winnie and Pete Smith late of the Courthouse C Boylan Mr and Mrs Robert Byrne Mr and Mrs Harry Dawson formerly Keadue Lodge.

August 26th 1950 Joe Dunne 20 is knocked down and killed as he cycled to town when his bike was in collision with a van driven by Michael Hill coming from the Ballyjamesduff area at Moynehall Crossroads. Great interest in sport he was a very popular young man in the area. Funeral from Killygarry Church to Killygarry Cemetery. Inquest into the accident and death at Cavan Courthouse adjourned. Jury Dickie Black Bennie Conaty Ned Cooke Johnny Donohoe Bernard Tully Joseph Harbinson Jim Leonard Pat McDonnell and George Morris.

Death of Kitsey McLoughlin only daughter of Tomas McLoughlin Creamery Manager Ballyhaise and Plush Cloverrhill.Noted and outstanding member of Saint Aidan’s Dramatic Society Butlersbridge, she was a very well known and highly successful step dancer at concerts all over the area. Father JJ O Reilly Adm officiated at the funeral from  Saint Aidan’s Butlersbridge to Saint Aidan’s cemetery.

 Cavan Boy Scouts are back from a very enjoyable but very wet Camp in Enniscrone County Sligo. They were employed during their stay as Stewards at Enniscrone Carnival selling tickets and distributing programmes also at Enniscrone Swimming Gala. Their itinerary consisted of Rising at 8 Drill until 8:30 Wash make beds before Breakfast at 9.Then peeling spuds carrying water etc until Dip in the Sea. After Dinner at 2 Siesta until 3:30 Football and games on the Strand Tea at 6 Free from 7:30 until 9:30 unless permission granted to attend a Cinema Show. Then Rosary followed by Supper and Lights Out.

Mrs P Galligan continues to promote the very successful CIE Pilgrimages to Knock with a capacity crowd of over 40 last Sunday. The bus detoured to Carrick on Shannon to pick up some Leitrim Pilgrims. Two more buses are travelling to Knock before the end of the Season and Mrs Galligan appeals for early bookings to avoid disappointment.

Over 150 female teachers attend a course on Kindergarten Schooling given by Miss O Donnell and Mrs Irwin in the Convent School. Teachers from Cavan Monaghan Leitrim Longford Galway and Limerick in attendance.

September 2nd 1950 Anna M Scott wins a Scholarship to Loreto College. She is daughter of Willie and Mrs Scott Moynehall.

Monsignor Austin Quinn DD PP Saint Peter’s Drogheda is consecrated the new Bishop of Kilmore in the Cathedral of Saints Patrick and Phelim by Archbishop of Armagh Dr Dalton assisted by  Dr McNeeley Bishop of Raphoe and Most Rev Dr McNamee Bishop of Ardagh and Clonmacnoise in the presence of the President Sean T O Ceallaigh Taoiseach John Costello Eamonn De Velera Leader of the Opposition and a huge gathering of clergy and Politicians.

The Consecration of the new Protestant Bishop of Kilmore Ardagh and Elphin will take place in Saint Patrick’s Cathedral Armagh on September 21^st at 11 Am. The new Bishop was born in Drumanatt Rectory Smithboro County Monaghan and is married to a daughter of Rev Mr Watson former Rector of Castle Archdale Newtownforbes. He is a former  Rector of Saint Patrick’s Ballymena and was ordained in 1924 when he was appointed Curate at Saint Mary’s Belfast. Moderator in Modern History and Political Science in Trinity College Dublin. Curate in Saint Polycarp’s  Finaghy Belfast and Dean of Residence in Queen’s University. He served as a commissioned officer with distinction in the British army.

 Saint Aidan’s Dramatic Society Butlersbridge 1950 Chairman Joe Brady Vice Chairman Hugh P Reilly Secretary John Fitzsimmons Assistant Secretary John McCardle Joint Treasurers James Hague and John P McCardle Committee H Shields Sean Rehill John Prunty P Callaghan James Shields. Rehearsals and Committee Meetings are strictly private.

One of Ireland’s greatest amateur sportsmen John Blayney retains his Men’s Singles title at County Cavan Tennis Club Farnham Street where there were 16 entries. Practicing on the South West Circuit he was capped for Ireland at Rugby last Season.Mrs RA Bain Ulster Number 1 easily retains her Singles crown while Bill Anderson of the Royal School wins the Men’s Singles Handicap and Mixed Doubles partnering Mrs Reardon. Ladies Doubles won in style by Kitty Sullivan and M McGauran while Jack Poyntz and M Tierney won the Doubles. The Secretary of the Tournament Cyril Anderson is the subject of many compliments in his outstanding organisation of the tournament despite inclement weather.

Death of Catherine Smith College Street. Her husband who was from Bailieborough died 20 years ago .Father Malachy Byrne assisted by Mrs Smiths’ grandson newly ordained Father Tom Halton officiated at the funeral from the Cathedral to Cullies.

Hugh (Bud) McNamara finds an 1777 Danish bronze crown when excavating a building in Clones County Monaghan.

As the wettest Summer in living memory continues the Green Lake floods on to the Dublin Road. Conditions are grim for the saving of hay and crops while there is very little hope of drying the sodden turf in Mullahoran and Bruskey Bogs.

Newry Amateur Brass and Reed Band under their Conductor Tommy Mulligan arrive in 2 buses to parade Cavan town and enjoy their annual outing in the town.

September 16^th 1950 In his first address to the people of his Diocese the new Bishop of Kilmore calls for prayers for an improvement in the weather so that farmers may save the hay crops and turf.

Ethna McGovern Drumkilly scores 72 marks in the Higher Senior Piano Examinations while Colm Mc Govern Drumkilly scores 70 in the Senior Section Una McGovern 80 in Elementary with Tommy Cullivan Cavan scoring 78 Sean Donlon  and Marie Donlon Saint Phelim’s Place 89 and 85 respectively in the Elementary Section. All are pupils of Kathy Brady ALCM Town Hall Street.

Cavan Lawn Tennis Club beat the Pavillion Lawn Tennis Club 8-3 at Town Hall Tennis Court. Rev G Cave beat Dickey Mullery 6-4 0-6 and 6-4 Bill Anderson beat Jack Poyntz 6-2 6-3 Mrs Reardon beat Vera Brady (later Mrs Sherlock) 8-6 6-3 M McGauran beat Mary Gear 0-6 6-0 and 7-5 Jack Halpin and WJ Flannery beat A McLoughlin and Michael Conlon Mrs Flannery and Miss R Harmon beat Sheila McCarren and Kitty Sullivan 6-2 6-4.

September 16^th 1950 Rev Thomas McCormack PP Wales is spending a holiday with his sisters Mrs May Monaghan and Bee Donohoe Upper Main Street.

September 23^rd 1950 Bishop Quinn is Guest of Honour at the Magnet Cinema where the Holy Rosary Sisters ‘Out of the Darkness’ is playing to capacity attendances. A two hour show depicting the Sisters journey from Killeshandra to Africa and their heroic work among the poor and destitute on that Continent. Further showings are scheduled for Bailieborough and Belturbet this week. Meanwhile Bishop Quinn celebrates his first Public Mass at 8 am in the Cathedral of Saints Patrick and Phelim and gives thanks to the people of Cavan for the warmth of their welcome to him.” It won’t be their fault if I don’t feel at home among you “!

Robert Emmett Players Butlersbridge meeting in the Hall members only.

Mullahoran and Cornafean clash in the Senior Football Final on Sunday October 1^{st .}

Ireland beats a fancied England team at Goodison Park. First defeat ever suffered by an English team on home soil.

September 30th 1950 Cavan County Council Elections-Cavan area 7 Seats 1^st Count Paddy Baxter Fine Gael  Outgoing 639 James Cassells Outgoing Fine Gael 634 JC Cole Outgoing 698 Patrick J Conaty New Fianna Fail 508 John F Corr Fianna Fail Outgoing 618 Phillip Cowan Clann Na Poblacht 376 Michael Dowd Fianna Fail Outgoing 483 John McHugh Independent 597 Joe McMahon New 241 Charles O Reilly Clann Na Poblacht Outgoing 1,464 Francis Rehill New 503 Patrick O Reilly ITGWU 220 Ed Sheridan FTU New 288 Terence J Smith FTU 410 Hugh P Tully FTU 191.Elected were Charles Reilly JC Cole Frank Rehill Paddy Baxter James Cassells JF Corr and Paddy Conaty.Meanwhile Tom Fitzpatrick was elected to Cavan Urban Council for the first time where Johnny Murray elected failed to take his seat in protest and PJ Brady Labour Party was selected by the Council to take Murray’s seat. The outgoing Chairman Mary E Brady Independent was elected Chairman while Pat McDonnell was elected Vice Chairman. The other members are Tommy Cullivan Fianna Fail Wolfe Tone Street Gerry Kelly Fianna Fail Connolly Street TJ Fitzpatrick Fine Gael Solicitor Farnham Street Sean Magee Fine Gael Bridge Street John Murray ITGWU Arthur G Fagan Independent Farnham Street Michael Young Fianna Fail Ashe Street. John Murray was subsequently replaced by his colleague PJ Brady ITGWU who polled 11 votes on the first count.

Death of Nicholas P Fitzelle in Wexford father of Mrs PV Coughlan Department of Agriculture Church Street. Secretary of Wexford County Council from 1903-1944 and Chairman of Wexford Committee of Agriculture.

Death of Mary Martin Owen Roe. She was a World War 1 widow of great outgoing personality and worked hard to bring up her large family many of them going to Secondary School and making distinguished careers for themselves. She was mother of Henry Martin Clerk Cavan Court Services Courthouse and a noted musician.

Sergeant Joseph McDonagh is made a presentation of a wallet of notes at a function in the Farnham Hotel on the occasion of his appointment as Station Sergeant in Slane .He will be replaced by sergeant P Henley Ballyhaise former Olympic Boxer and Golden Gloves Finalist of 1933.

D Clarke very popular Poultry Instructress Cavan is made a presentation by her many friends at a Show/Supper in the Railway Hotel. She is taking up a similar appointment in Cork.

Another death in the McLoughlin family as Jack McLoughlin only son of Thomas McLoughlin Creamery Manager Plush Cloverhill.Thomas’ only daughter Kitsey died only a  a few months ago. Funeral from Saint Aidan’s Church to the adjoining Cemetery.

Death of James Devlin Wolfe Tone Street father of the great Joe Devlin Cavan Harps. He was a founder member of Cavan Labour Band who played the Dead March at the Removal from Saint Phelim’s Hospital to the Cathedral and formed a Guard of Honour at the funeral from the Cathedral to Cullies Cemetery where father JJ O Reilly Adm officiated.

Old Age Pension Committee 1950 Rev Archdeacon Shire Rev William McDowell Charles O Reilly County Council Michael Dowd and O Smith .Presiding Officers JJ Maguire and F Flanagan.

October 14^th 1950 John O Connor Monumental Sculpture Monuments cleaned Inscriptions cut limestone and white marble headstones. Estimates free and keenest prices.

CYMS Whist Top Score Kay Brady Main Street 1^st Lady Miss B Smyth 2^nd Josephine McEntee Gents H Smith Abbey Street First Gent P O Connell from a cut with Frank Fitzpatrick 3^rd F Tully.

Death of Mrs Fay College Street .Her husband Tommy is domiciled in England. Her brother James Devlin only died a few weeks ago. Funeral from the Cathedral to Cullies Cemetery.

John McGinnity Travel Agent Bridge Street is guest of Aer Lingus British European Airways and TWA in Rome for the Holy Year ceremonies in Saint Peter’s Square at which Pope Pius XII presided.

October 21^st 1950 Death of Lord Kilbracken at the age of 73 in Kent England. Born in 1877  Hugh John Godley succeeded to the Title on the death of his father in 1932.Served in the House of Lords from 1923-1944 being Chairman of a number of Committees and Counsel to Treasury from 1917-1922.Married Helen Usborne in 1919 and was divorced in 1936.He later married  Rhoda Leonora Taylor a musician’s daughter from Brighton. She was found dead suffering from suspected self inflicted gun shot wounds at their home in Killeshandra in 1943.The heir is Lieutenant Commander John Raymond Godley 30 who won a  DSC for bravery serving in the Fleet in World War 2.Married Penelope Anne in 1943 they have 1 son Christopher John. The 1st Baron was Sir John Arthur Godley who served for 27 years  as Permanent Under Secretary for India.

Times Pictorial Illustrated visits Cavan this week. Wonderful souvenir for 2 pence.

Wall to wall coverage of the Local Government Inquiry into the administration of Dermot McCarthy County Manager begins in the Courthouse.

Vera Brady opens her first shop at her hone 41 Main Street opposite Smyth’s 60 Main Street specialising in General Drapery Ladies and Gents outfitting.

Drama at Local Government Inquiry on Saturday morning as County Manager Dermot McCarthy takes ill and Dr Jack Sullivan testifies that he is unable to give any evidence until Monday morning.

The legendary Father Patrick McNiffe  is re elected Secretary of the Irish Headmasters Association. Father McNiffe is the very popular President of Saint Patrick’s College Cavan.

Cavan Urban Council are completing the second phase of the Saint Phelim’s Place scheme.20 more houses will be ready for letting in the coming weeks. Meanwhile plans are at an advanced stage for the building of a further 33 houses at Tullac Mongan where John T Doonan 10 Lake View is quick off the mark with his application for the post of Night Watchman.

Death of King Gustav of Sweden at the age of 92. He was the oldest reigning Monarch in the World and reigned for an incredible 42 years. He succeeded his father and refused to be officially crowned.

CYMS Whist Top Score Miss Magee 1^st Lady Mrs N Dowd 2^nd Miss E Clarke Gents 1^st Frank Fitzpatrick 2^nd Brian Tierney.

November 4^th The greatest Catholic event of the century-the proclamation of the Sovereign Pontiff Pius XII of the Dogma of the Assumption is heard on Vatican radio by over 1 million people.

 1950 Local Government Inquiry continues in the Courthouse. County Manager Dermot McCarthy is accused of promotion of temporary Engineer, the employment and payment of unlicensed Hauliers.Alleged short loading of County Council stone. The purchase of heavy machinery and plant without consultation. The decision of the County Manager to change from direct labour quarrying of stone to Contract System although strongly advised against it by Assistant County Engineer Michael Brennan.and apparent irregularities in the payment of stone Apparent leaks of confidential information regarding Part Quotation. The loaning of County Council stone to local contractors. Those giving evidence include Dermot McCarthy County Manager G McGovern NT Belturbet Enda P McGovern BE Michael Brennan Chief Assistant County Engineer Michael J Smith Secretary Cavan County Council Jimmy Dawson Machinery Overseer Teddy Smyth K Brady Miss Masterson Miss Fitzgerald Council Staff T Malone Manager Ulster Bank Tom Kenny Assistant County Engineer V Kearns M/S Sissons Brothers and Kearns.

Death of celebrated Irish author playwright critic and pioneering vegetarian George Bernard Shaw at the age of 94 at his home in England following complications following a fall when he broke his hip. His will greatly benefits the National Gallery of Ireland.

Over 1 million people gather in Saint Peter’s Rome on the Feast of All Saints to hear Pope Pius XII proclaim the dogma of the Assumption of the Blessed Virgin in to Heaven greeted with joyous exultation and acclamation. People all over the world listen to the ceremonies on Radio with Radio Eireann carrying a live broadcast of this great event. Among the attendance in Rome was the newly consecrated Bishop of Kilmore Austin Quinn Most Rev Dr Kyne Bishop of Meath and the Primate of All Ireland Archbishop  Dalton.

Billy Carter Orchestra supplies the music at the first County Council Dance in a packed Town Hall which was beautifully decorated for the occasion with valuable spot prizes each dance.

AG Fegan Cavan Urban Council is elected to the National Executive of Municipal Authorities at their annual meeting.

November11th 1950 Requiem Mass for recently deceased Father James McCabe Killygarry in Warwick England. Assistant Parish Priest at Saint Mary’s Wolverhampton since his ordination in 1943.He was extremely popular with all classes and creeds. Rev John Young Kenilworth assisted by Rev Andrew Smith and Rev Patrick Maguire. The Auxiliary Bishop of Birmingham Rev Dr Joseph Masterson presided and Rev Anthony Timlin his successor in Saint Mary’s acted as Master of Ceremonies.

Art McMullin BL son of Surgeon Joseph and Mrs McMullin Cavan is appointed Crown Counsel in Entebbe Uganda East Africa which is just on the Equator. Art practiced on the North East Circuit (Cavan Monaghan Leitrim and Donegal) before his most recent appointment.

Patrick Clerkin son of Mr and Mrs Patrick Clerkin Bridge Street and a Past Pupil of Cavan Techincal School is appointed Manual Teacher in Dundalk .He previously was employed in Cork.

Death of Patrick Reilly Senior Mill Rock at the age of 84.Predeceased by his son Paddy an Electrician in Smyth’s some months ago he is survived by his daughter Agnes. He was an employee of Cavan Urban Council for many years. Father Charles Cartwright officiated at the funeral from the Cathedral to Cullies cemetery.

40 visitors arrive from Carrick County Antrim for Day Trip to Cavan which they enjoyed immensely buying products and goods still scarce in Northern Ireland after the War.

November 26th 1950 Local Government Inquiry finishes on Saturday after 22 days of intensive argument and cross examination. Over 40 witnesses took the stand. Some of them recalled at least once and many of them questioned for up to 10 hours. The cost of £10,000 will be borne by the Ratepayers. There were 2 Senior Counsel 5 Junior Counsel 8 Solicitors. The reports in the Anglo Celt were spread over 5 issues occupying over 106 columns and containing over 110,000 words.

December 4^th 1950 Annual collection for Cavan Red Cross realises the impressive total of £116-15-2 while Ballinagh contributed £39-17-4 and Gowna £29-9-11.Mrs Maloney reports that there are now 44 member of the Cavan Branch with very few of them at all active and it was very difficult to organise 1^st Aid Classes. Miss Murphy said she was planning to canvass the schools in a bid to recruit Junior members. Father John Maguire VG Cootehill presided with William Browne County Director Mollie Finnegan Treasurer Dorrie Smith Secretary and John M Breen County Findraiser.Surgeon McMullin was unable to attend due to work commitments.

Nuptial Mass and Papal Blessing at the marriage of Dr Richard Coffey Waterford and Eilish youngest daughter of Mr and Mrs J Kelly Spring Villas Redhills.

Ralph Sylvester is the very popular Band at the packed McCarren and Company. Town Hall was tastefully decorated and loads of spots.

Rev William McDowell Rector Presbyterian Church Farnham Street blesses the foundation stone at the new Saint Andrew’s Hall Knock bride Road Belfast.

Jim Dwane Night and Sunday Telephonist Cavan Post Office son of former Postmaster DT Dwane is retiring after 5 years to take up a Grocery appointment in Limerick. Most obliging courteous official a fountain pen and pencil set was presented by his colleagues in Cavan Post Office to mark his retirement.

Neither boys or girls present themselves for hiring at the November Fair. The passing of slavish custom is no loss to the Community.

Aldermann Hugh Lee former Lord Mayor of Manchester is made a Knight Commander of the Order of Saint Gregory.Aldermann Lee a native of Corrahoe Lavey presented the Hugh Lee Cup to Cavan Drama Festival on its foundation in 1945 and his wife is National President of the Catholic Mother’s Union.

December 2nd 1950 Frank Conlon Cavan’s leading Auctioneer and former proprietor of the Ritz Bar opens a new Drapery and Outfitting Store just opposite the Convent.

An amazing crowd of 10,000 watch Meath the All Ireland Champions beat Cavan 1-6 to 1-5 in the Fitzsimmons Cup Final in Kells where Connie Halton Mullahoran fills the out of favour Willie Doonan’s right full back berth and John Joe O Reilly was as usual Man of the Match.

Michael H Geraghty Cavan Post Office is successful in the Civil servant examinations and takes up a post as Clerical Officer in Meath County Council in Navan.He is a native of Dundalk County Louth.

Cosgrove’s Licensed premises in Bridge Street sold to PJ McEntee in trust for £1,800. Frank Conlon was the Auctioneer and TJ Fitzpatrick had carriage.

Death of Peter Galligan Breffni Park. Survived by his daughter. Father Charles Cartwright CC officiated at the funeral from the Cathedral to Killygarry Cemetery.

December 9th 1950 The new Bishop of Kilmore Austin Quinn addresses the Annual General Meeting of the CYMS and thanks them for their outstanding stewarding at his consecration and at other events in the Cathedral during the year. Father JJ O Reilly Reverend Chairman presided and in his address of welcome to the new Bishop Gerry Lovett Chairman calls on fellow members for  more input into the lay apostolate pointing out the various ways their talent could be deployed.Rev Chairman Father James J O Reilly Chairman Gerry Lovett Vice Chairman Matty Corcoran Treasurer Mick Fox Secretary Eugene Monaghan Committee HL Smyth Tommy Connolly Sean McConnell and Joe Higgins.

Dublin beat Antrim 6-5 to 4-1 in a thrilling Camogie All Ireland Final at Croke Park Dublin.

Joseph (Joe) McGovern 77 Church Street calls for a Christmas tree and presents for boys and girls aged 4-8. Meeting called for Town Hall at which Pat McDonnell UDC agreed to supply the tree Paddy Elliott undertook to erect same and Michael Smyth 60 Main Street undertook to decorate the tree with coloured bulbs.

Cavan Mineral Water Company 1^st Annual Dance with the Royal Dance Band spots and hall decorated. Admission is a rather steep 7/6 .Dress optional and a Photographer will attend.

J Timoney Postmaster is the recipient of a Social and presentation in his honour s he retires to Dublin after 3 years distinguished service as Postmaster at a function in the Lakeland Hotel. Tommy Hughes presided and praised Mr Timmoney for his total and complete reorganisation of the Postal Service in Cavan and his tact and wisdom in dealing with his staff. He was always sympathetic and helpful. Mr McKenna who made the presentation on behalf of his colleagues said that Mr Timoney was a very kind equally liked by staff and customers. PJ Hickey Head Office TK Igoe Drogheda G Smith Postmaster Drogheda Jack J Norry Oliver Finlay GPO and JT O Reilly also spoke.

1950 will be remembered for being The Holy Year but also 12 months of Winter with the Harvest largely lost to incessant rain. Weather comes to a head with a very heavy snow storm in which over 4 inches of snow fell this week with a total shortage of turf many of the poorer people could not afford the high price being asked for coal and are left to shiver in their own cold homes. Outdoors the younger folk welcomed the snow and frost with sleighs and slides at the incline to the Bu Office Wolfe Tone Street Mitchell Street where hundreds gathered to test their improvised Winter modes of conveyance.

Outstanding performance by Eugene Leddy and His Band on Radio Eireann last Sunday night. The Band consisted of Eugene Leddy conductor John P Reilly and Edward McPhillips Violins Tommy Reilly and Paddy McPhillips Accordions John Fanning Piccolo Mrs McGovern Piano with Jerome Breen on Drums.

Death of Fred Nolan Painter Wolfe Tone Street. Very popular with his many neighbours and friends. He was a very keen follower of all types of outdoor sport. Survived by his brother William. Funeral from Cavan Parish Church to Kilmore Cemetery.

Death of Michael Sullivan Labourer Breffni Terrace .Never missed a Sunday waking out at the crack of dawn to Butlersbridge and Derryheen.He always came back laden down with a great catch of fish which he generously distributed to all his neighbours. Father Malachy Byrne officiated at the funeral from the Cathedral to Cullies.

December 16^th 1950 Owen Roe AC AGM for forthcoming NACAI Convention and Annual Ceilidhe.

Dick Whittington and His Cat 3^rd Annual Pavilion Pantomime in the Town Hall from 31^st December 1950 to 7^th January 1951.Booking in Sullivan’s Sweet Shop 3/6 3/- 2/- un reserved. No booking by phone cash with order.

Death of the very well known Patrick Johnston 10 Wolfe Tone Street after a long illness at Saint Phelim’s Hospital. Worked in McCarren’s Bacon Factory all his life, he was a founder member of the ITGWU in Cavan and represented them with distinction on Cavan Urban Council for many years. Prominent member of Cavan Foresters he was engaged in all their charitable activities for the good of the Community. The Labour Band played the Dead March as they led the cortege from Saint Phelim’s to the Cathedral where his 6 sons hoisted the coffin on their shoulders and carried him to the Mortuary Chapel. The Cathedral was packed to capacity for the Requiem Mass where Father Joseph P Hunt presided and many of the attendance walked behind the cortege to Cullies cemetery. Survived by his wife 6 sons and daughters and many relatives.

Death of Elizabeth Carroll Creighan Terrace. Father Joseph P Hunt presided at the Requiem Mass in the Cathedral to Cullies Cemetery Survived by her brother nephews and nieces and a large circle of friends.

 Another huge fall of snow with heavy frosts in Cavan. Road conditions hazardous resulting in many accidents. Despite the bad weather the brisk trading in the shops which started 4 weeks ago continues unabated and there are many visitors home for Christmas from abroad.

Magnet Players ‘pull the house down’ with Paul Twining in Saint Joseph’s Hospital Lisdarn where a donation from the Management and Staff of Irish Shoes Supplies is publicly acknowledged and appreciated. James Coyle and His Band provided the music.

Cavan Slashers stage the biggest Whist Drive ever seen in Cavan Town Hall where 101 tables were fully occupied. Top Score was P Keaney Crubany Ladies 1^st Mrs Tierney Farnham Street 2^nd  Mrs McGillicuddy Farnham Street 3^rd Mrs McDonald Gents 1^st Jack Brady 2^nd MJ Magee 3^rd M Carroll. Eugene Monahan was an outstanding MC and kept the play moving at a brisk and humorous pace.

Death of Mrs R Dinneny  Church Street wife of Hugh Railway Porter at an advanced age in Hospital. Father Joseph P Hunt presided at the Requiem Mass in the Cathedral and at burial in Cullies Cemetery.

December 23^rd 1949 Huge turn out for Christmas Tree meeting in the Town Hall called by Joe McGovern. Committee elected consisting of PJ McEntee Chairman RS Black Treasurer Joe McGovern Secretary Committee HL Smyth ET O Hanlon MJ Smith Jack Brady George Morris Jimmy McEntee Patrick McDonnell UDC Jim Leonard Seamus Gilheaney NT Gerry Lovett TJ Fitzpatrick Solicitor Sean Magee UDC Tom Hickey Superintendent  Joe Murray Michael O Rourke Munster and Leinster Bank.

Life goes on but Cavan gripped in the worst Christmas storm in living memory with the arrival of more snow and the CIE nationwide strike adding to the confusion after the Unions rejected the latest pay settlement. It is expected that the Strike will drag on into the New Year.

Irish Foresters Labour Party and Clann Na Poblacht adjourn their meetings as a mark of respect to the late Patrick Johnston Wolfe Tone Street.

December 30th 1950 The Holy Year of 1950 ends when the Pope knelt to place the first brick on the threshold of the Holy Door of Saint Peter on Christmas Eve. It was Pope Pius XII who was first to enter by the great door last Christmas Eve and he is now the last to leave. It is the 25^th Jubilee since 1300 and during the year over 4 million from every nation on earth visited Rome. Over 3 million Italians and Romans also took part in the main ceremonies to make this the greatest Jubilee in the history of the Church.

Most Reverend Dr Kyne Bishop of Meath ordains 29 students for the Maynooth Mission to China at Dalgan Park Navan.Among the new priests are Rev D Woods Cootehill.

January 6^th 1951 Great outpouring of grief as Nurse Babs Keaney’s remains leave the Surgical where she was employed as a Theatre Nurse. Outstanding Carer she was equally popular with both staff and patients and dedicated her short life to the care of the sick. Hundreds gather on the snow covered pavements to pay their respects with a Guard of Honour of her colleagues in the Surgical Hospital. Native of Ballinamore she is survived by her parents Mr and Mrs Hugh Keaney brothers John C Joseph and Brendan sisters Sister Mary Ciaran Sister of Mercy Cootehill Sister Darena Saint Louis Convent Bundoran Sister Sophia Bundoran Sister Fidelma New York Sister Brendan Los Angeles Mary Ferris NT Mrs C Gannon Mona Keaney and Lottie Keaney.Father Malachy Byrne and Father Jimmy O Reilly Adm  accompanied the remains from the Surgical to Ballinamore.

Mrs Ladley sells her licensed premises to Michael Geoghegan Castleblayney for an undisclosed sum. Michael’s father is proprietor of the Central Hotel in Castleblayney.

Death of Josephine Smith nee Dempsey Saint Brigid’s Terrace after a short illness. Wife of John Smith Labourer and sister in law of John Lennon Cavan Labour Union.

Killygarry Players are back home in Killygarry Hall with their award winning Paul Twyning playing to capacity attendance on the 2 nights.

January 13th 1950 Meeting of Saint Joseph’s Young Priests Society is adjourned as a mark of respect to the late Babs Keaney.

Cavan continues to shiver n the teeth of freezing weather with the junction at Bridge Street and Wolfe Tone Street treacherous.

De La Salle School Cavan present All Aboard The Lugger in the Town Hall. Produced by Brother Mark the accompanist is the great Robbie Ryan and dance sequences by Bella Power. Ettie Mullery is in charge of the costumes while Sean Woods as Sludgy Meagher and Patrick Reilly as Captain McGregor are outstanding in the lead roles while other outstanding performances are given by Paddy McNamara Tommy McEvoy and Gerry Maguire.

All schools are closed in the town as the flu rages. Whole families are confined to bed and people with chest ailments are admitted to the local hospitals. The only good new to emerge from this most bitter of Winters is that a thrush was seen at the top of the Spire at the Church of Ireland and better weather and times are on the way!

Death of Pat Gaffney Upper Main Street well known Licensed Vintner at the ripe old age of 91 after a few days illness. Daily Communicant he was a member of the Holy Family Confraternity for over 75 years and was an original member of the Cathedral Committee founded in 1919 to raise funds to build the new Cathedral of Saints Patrick and Phelim. Former member of Cavan Agricultural Society he was a founder member and player with Cavan Slashers for whom he starred along with his brother Michael winning a County Senior Championship medal in 1892.Played against Commercials Dublin in the All Ireland Semi Final at Clonturk Park Dublin in 1891. Later applied the same skills and physique to hunting and fishing. Served his apprenticeship to the Grocery and Bar in Dublin when he was only 14.Father JJ O Reilly Adm officiated at the funeral from the Cathedral to Drumavaddy Cemetery.

Death of Zeta Brady 43 Church Street after a long and painful illness borne with great faith courage and fortitude at the early age of 20.Daughter of Gusty and Mrs Brady she was a quiet and charming girl. Grand niece of M Canon Kelly PP VF Ballinamore and cousin of Rev M Kelly CC Kill. Her aunt Sister Josephine is a member of the Holy Rosary Sisters Killeshandra.Survived by her parents Mr and Mrs Augustine Brady brothers Martin and Austin sisters Mrs AM Jackson and Cora Brady relatives and many friends. Father JJ O Reilly Adm led the Clergy from all over the Diocese in celebrating the Requiem Mass in the Cathedral with  burial later in Killygarry Cemetery.

Cavan Urban Council joins the great number of  local institutions closed or paralysed by a severe bout of flu. Only Mary Brady Chairman Tom Fitzpatrick Sean Magee Arthur Fagan Paddy Gaffney Town Surveyor Michael Conlon Town Clerk survive and decide to adjourn the meeting until the other members are back on their feet.

January 27th 1951 Austin A40 with full accessories and leather upholstery available at Smith’s Garage from £512.

Clann Na Poblachta Annual General Meeting in the Town Hall John Tully TD presiding Chairman Paddy Brady UDC Vice Chairman Terry Brady Secretary John J Smith Assistant Secretary John Galligan and Treasurer Patrick Smith.

Jim Brady is back in action in the Lightweight division when he takes on Tommy Rafferty over 6 rounds at the Ulster Hall in a return fight. Rafferty defeated Brady at the same venue in November 1950.

Total of 283,376 passengers pass through Dublin Airport in 1950.It is expected that they will clock up their 1 millionth passenger later this year since flights began in January 1940.

Dr John Cooney eldest son of Dr MA Cooney County MOH passes his final Medical exams at UCD and qualifies as a doctor.

Death of Elizabeth McCaffrey wife of Patrick McCaffrey Senior Mitchell Street. The family are news vendors and fruit merchants for over 50 years and deliver and sell the Anglo Celt each week from their premises in Mitchell Street and stall adjacent to Bridge Street corner. Her husband is also involved in selling goods in his travelling shop where everything from a needle to an anchor are available from his donkey and cart.  She is survived by her husband and large family. Father Charles A Cartwright officiated at the Funeral from the Cathedral to Cullies Cemetery.

Death of Margaret Agnew Connolly Street. She was widow of James Agnew.Funeral from Cavan Parish Church to the New Cemetery.

At the conclusion of the De La Salle musical ‘All Aboard the Lugger’the Principal Brother Augustus pays tribute to Brother Luke Director and Producer Robbie Ryan Musical Director and Patrick and Alice Elliott Packy Cullen Caretaker Town Hall Bella Power Dance Instructress Ettie Mullery who looked after the Wardrobe Very Rev Fr McNiffe Saint Patrick’s College and Rev Mother Abbess Poor Clares’ for their assistance in staging such a spectacular show.

February 3rd 1951 William Maloney eldest son of George and Eileen Maloney obtains 1^st place in Ireland in Retail Practice and 2^nd in Advanced Studies. He is presently on the staff of Brown Thomas Grafton Street Dublin.

Tony Dunne Saint Mary’s Terrace and Cavan Post Office Postman obtains promotion to the indoor staff GPO Dublin. Son of Joe and Mrs Dunne he was made a presentation by his friends and colleagues in Cavan Post Office.

Death of Mrs Cahill wife of Stephen Cahill College Street. She was a very devout Catholic and popular with friends and neighbours. She is survived by her son Lieutenant Frank Cahill Defence Forces Dundalk. Father Charles Cartwright officiated at the Funeral from the Cathedral to Denn Cemetery.

Archbishop of Dublin John Charles McQuaid a native of Cootehill intervenes in the long running CIE Strike that has crippled the country’s transport system for over 6 weeks and brought hardship to millions of commuters. After prolonged negotiation a formula for a return to work is agreed by Unions and Management

February 10th 1951 Death of the legendary Packy Leonard Bridge Street after a long illness borne with his customary courage fortitude and faith. Outstanding sportsman he was a Slashers and County footballer as well as being a Past Captain and low handicap golfer at County Cavan Golf Club. Brilliant Snooker and Billiards player only Tom McCusker and Joe Higgins could match his cuing skills at Cavan CYMS.He won a County Senior medal with Cavan Slashers when they beat Cornafean in the 1941 County Final.He was Assistant Secretary Cavan Committee GAA and Secretary County Cavan Golf Club where he played a pivotal role in the establishment of the new course in Drumelis after the move from Killynbber.Brillant handballer he represented Cavan at all grades and won many County and Ulster medals. Survived by his daughter and sister. Father Joseph Hunt officiated at the large funeral from the Cathedral to Killygarry.

Paddy O Reilly is made a presentation by Joe McGovern on behalf of neighbours and friends in The Old Globe Hotel as he sets out for a new life in Australia. He is son of Mrs Mary Ann Reilly (Nee Ronaghan ) Church Street.

Avoca (Noel McHugh’s) Cathedral Road is sold at Auction by Taylor and Tweedy for £1,550 in trust to Mr Tom Fitzpatrick Solicitor. Allen and Halpin Solicitors had carriage.

Death of Paddy Murray Drumelis a member of the Drumcrave Old IRA.The coffin was draped in the tricolour while his comrades formed a Guard of Honour. Funeral from the Cathedral to Killygarry Cemetery.

Tragic death in a Dublin Hospital of Robert Dunne Saint Brigid’s Terrace at the age of 18.He was employed in McCarren’s and was a member of one of Cavan’s oldest and most respected families. Funeral from the Cathedral to Cullies Cemetery.

February 17^th 1951 De La Salle Musical ‘All Aboard the Lugger’ on tour in Saint Joseph’s Hall Ballyjamesduff.

Bank officials return after 6 weeks on strike after accepting the ruling of the Labour Court. It will take a number of days to clear the back log.

 Thomas M Cleary Land Project staff aged 30 is tragically killed when he crashes into Lloyd Bridge coming from a Party in Kells. His passenger Thomas Guinan a native of Tullamore and a colleague in the Land Project Office in Cavan suffered severe head injuries from which he later died in hospital.

Death of Mary Fagan Glenlara Swellan.Woman of great charity and culture. She resided at ‘Glenlara’ with her 2 sisters. Sister of the late Jon Fegan well known farmer and landowner in the Swellan area. Noted athlete she spent many years in South Africa. Funeral from Kilmore Cathedral to the adjoining Cemetery.

John McGinnity Travel Agent Bridge Street is organising a trip by air to Murrayfield for the Ireland V Scotland 5 Nations Championship with lunch transport to the ground and match ticket for £9 while one way trips to Canada start at £55.No trouble or delay getting away Phone Cavan 40 for further details.

February  24th  1951 Entries from the 4 Provinces for the 6^th Cavan Drama Festival from the 10^th -18^th March under the patronage of Bishop of Kilmore Austin Quinn. There are 16 plays in English and 8 in Irish and the Adjudicator is Lennox Robinson. Booking at Marona Foster’s Town Hall Street.

Patsy Lawlor weighing in at 7-7 and Charley Moore 8-7 are the Saint John Bosco Stars at the big boxing tournament in Ballybay.

Cavan CYMS Monster Whist Drive in the Town Hall. The Treasurer Mick Fox has the glittering array of prizes displayed in O Gorman’s window (Opposite the Credit Union 2010).Score Cards 3/6.

Cavan Railway Station is taken over by GNR as CIE cease operation from Cavan. Usual goods trains will continue from Mullingar to all centres.

March 3rd 1951 Magnet Players Killygarry with ‘The New Gasoon’ and Joe Coyle and His Band are the very popular entertainers at Lisdarn Hospital. The show was greatly appreciated and enjoyed by the staff and patients.

Death of Captain Francis Lucas Clements Scott ‘The Rocks Crossdoney’ at the age of 84.The family were from near Ballyhaise. Funeral from Cavan Parish Church to the New Cemetery.

Cavan CYMS once again clinch the Border League with a brilliant 4-1 win over Saint Michael’s Enniskillen after trailing 3-2 from the away leg in Cavan CYMS.Incredibly the only casualty was Tom McCusker who when leading by 60 then  carelessly let in J Priestley who shot an unbeaten 300 to record a shock win. Joe Higgins beat Harry Morris 300-115 P Smith beat J Logue Michael Breslin beat J Jones Jimmy Moore beat J Love for Cavan CYMS to retain the Shield for the 4^th consecutive time. Since the League was inaugurated back in 1939 Cavan CYMS have only been beaten once!

March 10th 1951 Drumalee Bazaar takes place all this week in a Marquee adjacent to the Cross. Shooting Range Games Bumping Cars and Amusements. Admission is 3 pence and Amplification is by Smyth’s 60 Main Street.

ET O Neill Manager Munster and Leinster Bank Cavan is transferred on promotion as Bank Manager Derry Branch. PN Smith Solicitor made a presentation to Mr O Neill from his many friends and customers at a farewell Social and Presentation in the Imperial Hotel.

Henry Martin a native of Lake View is promoted to the post of District Court Clerk Waterford City. Henry learnt his trade from Eugene Smith and is attached to the Cavan Court for over 20 years. Talented musician Henry is a gifted saxophone player and was a very popular member of many local groups including Jimmy Mallon and the 4 Aces. For the moment Garda Bligh will take over the duties of District Court Clerk pending a permanent replacement for Henry Martin.

Death of Thomas Brady Insurance Agent Tierquin at the age of 34 after a long illness borne with great dignity and courage. The Cathedral was packed to capacity for the Funeral Mass and burial took place in Killygarry Cemetery.

March 17th 1951 Philip McDonald and Company annual Spring stock arriving at their stores ‘The Celine Cavan’ and ‘Clarke’s Ballyjamesduff’.

New Mother and Child Scheme launched by the Minister for Health Noel Browne offers Medical Care free of charge to Mothers and Children up to age 16 as well as Nursing Specialist and Hospital Service. No charge no means test. Essential piece of legislation is met with a torrent of opposition from the Church authorities accusing that State of interfering in the affairs of the family and later by the Irish Medical Council.

Saint Joseph’s Young Priests Society GV Maloney presiding present were Father PJ Gargan CC Mrs Tommy O Reilly The Regal Miss O Dowd T Cassidy Secretary.

Death of Michael McNamara Military Row eldest son of Patrick and Mrs McNamara Tailors Connolly Street. Survived by his widow and two small children Val and Mary. Father JJ O Reilly Adm officiated at the Funeral from the Cathedral to Cullies.The Labour Union adjourn as a mark of respect.

Jim Brady gets a terrible beating from Bainbridge southpaw Des Lennon in their Lightweight Professional bout in the Ulster Hall. With both eyes damaged Jim refused to throw in the towel but the Referee intervened to save the game Cavan boxer from further punishment at the end of Round 4.

Tom McCusker Cavan CYMS is beaten in the Semi Final of the Irish Billiards Finals at the Burroughs and Watts Hall in Dublin McErlean had an unbroken break of 123 after McCusker missed an easy shot when 73 ahead.

Cavan Badminton 1951 President Jack Poyntz Secretary Tom Hickey Treasurer MJ Smith Committee Tom J Fitzpatrick Jerry Lyons Michael N Conlon Tommy McCormick Willie O Hanlon Dinny Whelan Terry Cassidy and PJ Brady. In the Singles Final J Shaw who beat Dickey Mullery in the Semi Final triumphed over Jack Poyntz (22 Entries). Senior Ladies Mrs Anderson beat Ina Hickey (8 Entries) Mixed Doubles Mrs Turkington and Jack Poyntz beat Ina Hickey and Jack Shaw (24 Entries). Mrs Clark and Mrs Lynton beat Mrs Lovett and Mrs Anderson. Mixed Doubles Handicap J Shaw and D Shaw beat Tom Cinnamond and Dickey Mullery.

March 24^th 1951 6^th Cavan Drama Festival Open and Dr Lyons Cup   is won by Saint Bridget’s Dramatic Society Dunleer with ‘The House of Lynch.’ Confined went to Magnet Players Killygarry with ‘The New Gasoon’ with 83 marks Producer Andy O Brien. Cast Philomena Smith Bridie Fleming Eddie Brady Michael O Brien Margaret Kane Jimmy Cahill Pat Smith Pat Keaney Kathleen Cahill. AOH Cup Saint Aidan’s Butlersbridge with ‘Arra-Na Pogue’ on 82 marks Producer Michael Brady Cast Sean Rehill Patrick Callaghan Sean O Hare Patrick Brady Marie Hague Josie Sheils Philip McArdle Hugh Sheils Hugh O Reilly James McCardle Michael Rehill Carmel Rehill John Brady Lizzie Sheils Mary Berney Bannon Hugh O Reilly James McPhillips. Best Producer Open Miss Nancy Carroll Dunleer. Best Actress Open Margaret Cusack CYMS Ballyjamesduff. Best Actor Tom McLoughlin Christian Brothers Dramatic Society Armagh.

Cavan Drama Festival 1951 Patron Bishop Austin Quinn Chairman Seamus Gilheaney NT Secretary Tom Fitzpatrick Assistant Secretary Bella Power Treasurer Tom Malone Committee Dr Anna T McGauran Mrs M McMullin Mrs Charlie O Reilly Mrs Teresa O Rourke Mrs JP O Connell Mrs Maisie Morgan Mrs Maura McEntee Mrs JA Craig Mrs Betty Fitzpatrick Mary Brady Chair UDC Nellie McIntyre Marona Foster Rev Brother Augustus Surgeon Joseph McMullin Supt Joe Murray Tomas Donlon Andy O Brien Joe Maguire JP O Connell Sean Magee Dermot Morgan William Browne MA Saint Patrick’s College Jim Scanlon PJ McEntee Solicitor Dr JA Craig Michael V Conlon.Lighting and sound as usual was by Smyth’s 60 Main Street Cavan and Strand Electric Dublin.

Sympathy is extended to Walter Lambert star of the  Cavan Hurling team Saint Phelim’s Place on the death of his father in Wexford.

Miss Bradley District Nurse returns to her home town of Donegal to take up a similar appointment. Presentation by her friends and colleagues in Gannon’s Hall.

Clive Anderson Royal School wins the prestigious Festival Cup for Piano at the Belfast Festival. He is later featured on the BBC Home Service.

Death of Mrs Michael Donohoe Tullymongan widow of john Donohoe.Survived by her sister Annie and relatives. Father Charles Cartwright officiated at the Funeral from the Cathedral to Cullies.

Tributes are paid to the recently departed Henry Martin now Court Clerk in Waterford City. Justice P Lavery said he carried out his duties in an exemplary manner over the last 20 years. Worked first with Eugene Smith and later took over from Eugene on his retirement from the post. Henry was most efficient and courteous.GV Maloney associated himself with Justice Lavery’s remarks and said he hoped that Henry would remain in touch with the town of his birth. Superintendent Joe Murray said that Henry was the finest District Court Clerk you could imagine meticulous in his detail and he would be a great asset to the Curt service in Waterford.

March 31st 1951 Donal Brady buys Cavan’s Number 1 Licensed Premises ‘The White Star’ from Henry McCauley for a record sum of £7,500.Donal and the family are now resident and will commence business on Easter Monday 2^nd April 1951.

Death of Edward Sheridan Mitchell Street. Lost an eye in World War 1 when he was reported as dead but after two years in hospital he later returned on full pension to his home town of Cavan. He was very popular in the town and a frequent visitor to the ex servicemen’s Hut in Farnham Street. Father Malachy Byrne officiated at the funeral from the Cathedral to Annagelliffe Cemetery.

April 7^th 1951 Presentations to Edward T O Hanlon on the occasion of his marriage to Airmid youngest daughter of Surgeon and Mrs McMullin.Thomas Brady Captain presented Edward and Airmid with a suitably inscribed Barometer from the members and friends in Cavan Golf Club.

Record entry for the Annual Cavan Point to Point Races over the Farragh course.

Death of Mary Brennan wife of Andy Painter and Decorator. Father James Hunt led the capacity attendance at the Funeral Mass in the Cathedral. Burial later in Cullies Cemetery.

Difference of opinion at Cavan Urban Council as Dermot McCarthy tells the Council they cannot go ahead with the redevelopment of the Farnham Gardens until a Plebiscite is held. Tom Fitzpatrick said he had read the Act and no such provision is included. If they make the decision to go ahead then only the Minister of Local Government can halt this Progress. Arthur Fagan another Solicitor endorses Tom Fitzpatrick’s view and says that it is a matter of a straight vote and the Minister signing the Legislation.

The Cabinet crisis over the Mother and Child Scheme has been resolved with the resignation of Minister for Health Dr Noel Browne from the Cabinet. The Taoiseach John A Costello will take over the department of Health for the moment. Dr Browne who was the youngest member of the Cabinet which he joined on his first day in Dail Eireann has resigned from Clann Na Poblachta and will sit in the back benches as an Independent.

April 14^th 1951 Nickel Coin 40-1 Anglo Celt tip wins the Aintree Grand National from a fast finishing Royal Tan. Most of the horses either fell or ran into one another .

RS Black Secretary and Major J Purden Judge officiated at Cavan Point to Point where the Starter is Jimmy Galligan Saddler and Clerk of the Scales Dr M V Cooney County MOH. Junior Race (£20) Flicker 2 owned by C Ronaldson. Lightweight Race (25) H Smith’s Dunclug. Maiden’s Race (£25) P Brennan’s Lingermore. Hunt Race (E Reilly Perpetual Cup) Lord Farnham’s Stelfast IV. The Silver Swan Dance Band entertained a capacity attendance at the Annual Race Dance in the Town Hall.

More presentations to Edward O Hanlon and Airmid McMullin on the occasion of their forthcoming mirage in the Cathedral. Seamus Gilheaney Chairman Cavan Drama Festival presents the happy couple with a silver salver suitably inscribed.

Hundreds gather to watch the Cavan Wedding of the Decade as Edward T O Hanlon eldest son of Mr and Mrs John F O Hanlon marries Airmid 7^th daughter of Surgeon Jospeph and Mrs McMullin in a glittering ceremony in Cavan Cathedral.Rev J Gannon SJ Milltown Park Dublin uncle of the Groom officiated assisted by Rev B Canon McMullin Donegal and Rev MJ McMullin PP Carrigart uncles of the Bride. Father James J O Reilly was Master of Ceremonies Willie O Hanlon Best Man Lieutenant Liam McCormack Irish Army and Fred O Hanlon Groomsmen Mona McMullin Joan O Hanlon Aibhe McMullin Bridesmaids .Trainbearers Brita Smith and Sarah Flanagan Pages Nicholas Smith and Peter Flanagan. Ushers Donna McMullin William Maloney Plunkett Flanagan and Dr FPE Smith. Father Vincent Kennedy was on the organ and Peter Swan professional vocalist from Dalkey sang Sancta Maria, Panis Angelicus and Just for To Day. After signing the Marriage Registry in the Sacristy the happy couple walked down the Cathedral aisle greeting friends and well wishers before retiring to the Bride’s home ‘Inis Fail’ for the Wedding Breakfast. Later the newly married couple left for Dublin Airport to catch a flight to Italy where they will spend their honeymoon.

Peter Lawlor who was badly scalded in McCarren’s Factory accident is still detained but out of danger at Cavan Surgical Hospital.

Political sensation as Noel Browne is forced to resign as Minister for Health after severe pressure from both the Hierarchy and the Irish Medical Association who oppose the Mother and Child legislation. He is remaining on in the Dail but has resigned from Clann Na Poblachta.Dr John Charles McQuaid Archbishop of Dublin and Dr Staunton Bishop of Ferns say that the scheme “is in direct opposition to the rights of the family and liable to great abuse”!

April 21st 1951 Meath beat Cavan 2-5 to 2-3 to qualify for the National League (Home) Final at Croke Park. Cavan’s recent run of bad luck continues as the referee disallows 2 Cavan goals and Meath took advantage to overtake and beat Cavan in the last few minutes. Meath will now play Mayo in the National League (Home) Final with the winners playing the holders New York away in October.

Pat Kelly and His Band from Mountain Lodge are offering special terms for week nights and Carnivals but has vey few week end dates left in 1951.

Corncrake is heard in the vicinity of Killymooney Lake beside the old Race Course.

Owen Moynihan is the new Postmaster in Cavan replacing the recently retired Mr Timoney.Owen was previously Postmaster in Skibereen and Donegal.

Death of Mary Brady sister of the late Pat Gaffney Merchant Upper Main Street at the age of 94.Predeceased by her husband Joe Brady Plush she had been ill for some time. Father James J O Reilly Adm officiated at the funeral from the Cathedral to Drumavaddy.

Sympathy is extended to C Daly Bridge Street and Anglo Celt staff on the death of her sister K Connelly Laurencetown County Galway. Funeral in Boyle County Roscommon.

The Labour Union and Labour Band extend deepest sympathy to the relatives of their former member Frank Browne Butlersbridge who has just died.

May 5^th 1951 Meath beat Mayo to win the National League (Home ) title before a crowd of 46,197 who paid gate receipts of £3,414.They will now play the holders New York in the Final proper in October in New York. Simon Deignan current Cavan county player was an outstanding referee.

Members of Saint john Bosco Boxing Club Cavan to feature on Kingscourt bill. Flyweight Patsy Lawlor Bantam Leo Ronan and Charlie Moore Lightweight Tommy Duignan 5 Stone Gazy Moore

226 children are confirmed by the new Bishop of Kilmore Austin Quinn in the Cathedral. All the children were from schools in the Parish De La Salle Poor Clare’s Colboyogue Crubany Corlurgan  Draumcrave Farnham Killygarry and Kilnalack.Seamus Gilheaney NT Drumcrave was the Sponsor for the boys while Miss Cullivan NT Crubany was Sponsor for the girls.

May 12th 1951 Collapse of the Mother and Child legislation and the resignation of Minister for Health Dr Noel Brown topples the Coalition Government and triggers a General Election with polling taking place on May 30^th 1951.

Michael Hogan formerly in Ardee Railway Station is appointed Station Master in Cavan.

Eamonn Dwane formerly of Cavan Post Office is appointed to Ballyhaunis Post Office following his success in the recent Civil Service Exams. He is son of DT Dwane Redgate Limerick former Postmaster in Cavan.

Huge excursion from Belfast arrives in the town with the women departing with full shopping bags.

May 19^th 1951Among the local candidates for election at the General Election are Sean Tully Outgoing Clann Na Poblachta Coratubber Gerry Lovett Cathedral Road Fianna Fail Mick Sheridan Ballinagh Fianna Fail Senator Paddy Baxter Rock Cross Fine Gael.

The tender of James Bredin Contractor Coratubber has been accepted by the Department of Local Government for the erection of 34 new purpose built houses at Tullymongan where work will commence shortly.

Sign of the times as two farm labourers are hired at the record price of £30 for the half year with full board and accommodation at Cavan Hiring Fair.

PJ Brady Booking Office CIE is promoted to Head Office Dublin. PJ is an active member of Cavan Tennis Club and a former Past Captain County Cavan Golf Club.

Cavan Lawn Tennis Club make a presentation of a canteen of cutlery to Edward and Mrs Airmid O Hanlon who have just returned from their honeymoon in Italy. The presentation was made in the Pavilion by Michael J Smith Secretary in the unavoidable absence of Tom Fitzpatrick Chairman of the Club. Social and supper served by the ladies’ committee.

Peter M Gillie who served in the Hibernian Bank for the last 2 years has gone on promotion as Teller in the Arva Branch.

3 buses from Ballymena with over 100 former parishioners of Reverend FJ Mitchell the new Bishop of Kilmore Ardagh and Elphin spend a day touring the environs of the See House in Kilmore.

June 2nd 1951 Results of 1^st Count 4 seats for Cavan Constituency. Patrick Smith Fianna Fail 8,177 John Tully Clann Na Poblachta 6,413 Jack Cole Independent 4,911 Mick Sheridan Fianna Fail 3,564  Patrick O Reilly Fine Gael 3,436 Gerry Lovett Fianna Fail 2,287 Brigadier D O Gorman Cootehill 495.Paddy Smith Sean Tully Mick Sheridan and Paddy O Reilly Murmod Elected with Brigadier O Gorman forfeiting his deposit.

Death of Elizabeth Noble Wolfe Tone Street widow of the late Sandy Noble Shoemaker. Survived by a large family. Member of an old distinguished Cavan family, she was a most pleasant decent respectable lady. Funeral from Cavan Parish Church to the New Cemetery.

June 9th 1951 County Manager Dermot McCarthy and Town Surveyor Paddy Gaffney tell Cavan Urban District Council that the development at site for erection of 34 houses At Tullymongan is complete. It is expected that the Contractor J Bredin and Sons will move in next week.

Cavan play Down in the Ulster Junior Hurling Championship followed by the Ulster Senior Football Championship in Kingscourt as Breffni Park is closed due to redevelopment.

Fianna Fail lose 5 seats but gain 6 in the General Election. The final state of the parties was Fianna Fail 69 seats Fine Gael 40 Labour 16 Clann Na Talun 6 Clann Na Poblachta 2 others 14. Both Eamonn De Velera and John Costello are endeavouring to form the next Government.

Gardens in Owen Roe are the envy of the town in full bloom now with a sea of colour and beautiful lawns at the front. A credit to all of the residents. Some sort of scheme should be set up among tenants to reward those who cultivate their gardens and allotments.

Heat wave hits Cavan with temperatures shooting up to over 80% F. The grass margins in the Green Lake and Swellan Lake are packed each evening with people enjoying the swimming and leisure. Those with cars are to be seen at Annagh Lake where there is a membership and small admission charge.

9 year old Annie Gibney is seriously injured during her attempt to climb over the high gates at the Showground’s. She slipped and her arm was very badly torn with bull wire. She was immediately brought to Cavan Surgical Hospital where she is reported as making steady progress. Ann is a daughter of James Gibney Engine Driver GNR and Mrs Gibney Wolfe Tone Street.

Cavan Presbyterian Minister Rev W McDowell is conferred with a Doctorate of Divininity.He is a Master of the Classics and has taught in some of the best Presbyterian Schools in Belfast. At the recent General Assembly many of his proposals were adapted.

Fred G Kendall Husbaad King of the Tramps pays another visit to Cavan where he visits Saint Patrick’s College and Bishop Quinn. He was last in Cavan in October 1947 after Cavan had won the All Ireland Senior Football Final in New York.

Tour of Breffni cycle race under the auspices of the Irish Road Club leaves the Phoenix Park and journeys to Cavan via Navan and Kells where there was a stage winners. On arrival in Cavan they did a lap of the town before returning to Dublin by the same route.

June 16^th 1951 Cavan County Council receive approval from the Department of Local Government for a 12 ½ % increase in the wages of all Local Government Social Welfare and Health employees. Dermot McCarthy County Manager points out that such an increase will mean putting up the Rates. Road workers will now receive a basic wage of £2-£3-12-6 the same as in County Monaghan.

Mrs Thorne wife of Sergeant WA Thorne Dublin Road is a sister of the new Minister for Agriculture Tom Walsh from Kilkenny.

Pat McGovern Sean Magee’s Bridge Street purchases a site at the junction of Wolfe Tone Street and Military Row from Mrs Mary Ann Reilly Church Street for £220. PN Smith Solicitors had carriage while Frank Conlon was Auctioneer.

Frank Lee extensive Farmer Tullyco achieves spectacular results in grass growth after applying artificial nitrogen phosphate and  ammonia. The grass has now grown to a height of over 6 feet tall!

Father Bob McCabe Saint Patrick’s College playing off 22 wins the Captain’s T Brady’s Prize with a  score of 59 nett while Doctor Jack Sullivan also off 22 shoots a 60 for 2^nd place.JJ Fitzgibbon won the  Gross with 56.The scoring was the lowest ever recorded ion the 52 year history of the event. In the Members Cup Semi Final Dermot Morgan beat Walter Lambert wile Jim Rafter beat JJ Fitzgibbon.

June 23rd 1951 The Government in an attempt to get more turf saved and stop the flow of emigration are offering Bord Na Mona workers 2/1 per hour. All employees are Bog Men!

Savoy Six with Female Vocalist and Own Amplification and Modern Library now taking high class bookings from July 1^st Contact MJ Ryan 6 Abbey Street Cavan.

Due to the ongoing ESB Dispute some householders in Cavan have been disconnected for using electric fires which is strictly forbidden in the present emergency caused by the Unions withdrawing their labour from the Pigeon House and other key ESB generating sites throughout the State.

Sudden death of Betty Fitzpatrick Farnham Street after a short illness. Daughter of Vincent and Mrs Cullen Connolly Street she was a lady of great talent and charm. She was married to Tom Fitzpatrick Solicitor for just 5 years last week and had 2 young daughters named Geraldine and Fidelma. Having attended the Poor Clare Convent she later attended Secondary School and Joined the famed Abbey Theatre School where she qualified as an Elocution Teacher. Founder member of Cavan Drama Festival in 1945 she lent the organisation a touch of class with her charm her encouragement and technique. She was Producer for the Cavan Players and took an active interest in drama and variety shows in the area. Deeply involved in the foundation and production of the Pavilion Pantomime Committee. Her experience and genius were always to the fore and she was always available to help and support the most humble of participants. Deeply religious she took an active part in many of the Church Sodalities and Societies. There was packed attendance at both the Removal and Funeral, among the attendance was Paddy Smith TD Minister for Local Government John Tully TD Mick Sheridan TD Paddy O Reilly Murmod TD Tom O Higgins BL TD Senator Paddy Baxter. Survived by her husband Tom Solicitor daughters Geraldine and Fidelma Vincent and Mrs Cullen parents James and Vincent (brothers) Mrs Stuart Mrs Purcell and Joan Cullen (sisters), Very Rev Felix McCabe PP USA Surgeon BT Cullen (uncles) Mother Liqori Mother De Sales Miss McCabe Ballyhaise (aunts) M/S Peter Fitzpatrick John Fitzpatrick George Maw John Stuart and Walter Purcell. Father Malachy Byrne officiated at the Removal from the house to the Cathedral and was the Chief Celebrant of the Funeral Mass in the Cathedral. Burial took place later in Killygarry Cemetery. Votes of Sympathy passed with the Secretary Tom Fitzpatrick and his family by Cavan Drama Festival Committee and Cavan Tennis Club to Tom Fitzpatrick Chairman where the match against Mullingar on Sunday was cancelled and the dance in the Pavilion called off as a mark of respect.

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June 30^th 1951 The Annual General Meeting of Cavan Show Society in the Town Hall is called off due to a very poor attendance. Those that did attend were Jimmy Dawson PA McCorry US B Connell Joseph McKiernan George Morris P Quinlan and Alfred Myles Smith.

Funeral of Mrs Joseph Connolly a sister of Miss Burke former Manageress of the Farnham Hotel. Funeral from Dublin to Cullies Cemetery.

Nancy Brady daughter of Mrs Rose Brady and the late Patrick Joseph Brady Tullyco House wins 1^st place and a full boarding Scolarship to Sisters of Mercy College Ballymahon.Students from Longford Westmeath and Cavan competed for the Scholarship valued at £40 per annum.

Frank Duff Dublin is among the many delegates at the 3^rd Diocese of Kilmore Legion of Mary Congress in Kilnacrrott Abbey where the key speaker was Bishop Austin Quinn.

Death of Dominick McCabe Killygarry House after a long lingering illness. He was Manger of Poles Co Operative for a record 44 years. Chairman of Annagelliffe Creameries and was a native of Boyle. He was predeceased by his wife and son Father Joseph McCabe Kill Cootehill. Survived by his son Dr Dominick Mrs Shanahan Dublin Mrs Carey Boyle Miss McCabe Boyle.Father Malachy Byrne assisted by Rev P McCabe CC Castletara officiated at the funeral from Saint Brigid’s Church Killygarry to the adjoining Cemetery.

Death of Charles Reilly MIAA Bridge Street at an advanced age. Very popular, he was extremely well known in town and country areas. Rent and Rates Collector with Cavan Urban Council, he also collected rents from outlining cottages. Decent honourable man in all transactions, he was a very well known local auctioneer. Survived by his widow Patricia sister and other relatives. Father Joseph Hunt officiated at the Funeral from the Cathedral to Killygarry Cemetery.

July 3^rd 1951President John F O Hanlon’s Prize at County Cavan Golf Club is won by Kitty Sullivan and B Holland with 67 ½ nett 2^nd Walter Lambert and Mrs Philip A Smyth .Mrs O Hanlon assisted by the Ladies’ Committee served tea to all 50 contestants.

The Baron of Broadway John J Brady passes through the town on his way to Northern Ireland in a long stretch limousine in green white and gold colours. Last year he offered the British Government $6 million to vacate Northern Ireland

Collette McSherry obtains her Advanced Diploma ALCM at the London School of Music. She is a pupil of Kathleen Brady Town Hall Street

Death of Edward McMahon Farnham Road. He had resided with his daughter Mrs McShane for over41years. Manager LCP Smith Solicitors. Native of County Clare. Father Jimmy J O Reilly Adm officiated at the funeral from the Cathedral to Killygarry.

July 14th 1951 Results of Juvenile Fishing Competition at Bakersbridge 1 Kevin Browne Butlersbridge 2 Brendan Farrell Butlesbridge 3 Pat Murray Cavan 4 Gabriel (Gazy) Moore Cavan and 5^th Noel Bartley Butlersbridge.

Sudden tragic death of John Joe Higgins Lorry Driver Cavan County Council at his home in Kilnavara.Missed from work by a colleague the door was knocked down to gain admission only to find John Joe dead in bed. Doctor Brian Galligan examined the dead man but he was dead for some time.

Cecil Dawson extensive farmer Keadue Lodge sells 2 2 ½ year old white head bullocks at Cavan Fair for a record £81. Fresh calved cows were fetching £42-10 while Springers were fetching up to £50.

Abbey Theatre in Dublin is burnt to the ground. Despite the fire the Company’s ‘Plough and the Stars’ is staged in the adjoining Peacock Theatre.

July 21st 1951 Smith and O Reilly Cavan and Stradone open new BP and Shell Garage at Church Street. Repairs by skilled mechanics Phone Stradone 4.

Death of a link with the past as Edward O Hagan dies in Romford Essex at the age of 92.Member of one of Cavan’s most distinguished business families. The O Hagans ran the Postal Service (Ned O Hagan’s) in Cavan in the days of the horse when stage coaches brought the mail from near and far.The horses were changed at O Hagans to continue on their journey distributing the mail. The premises were situated on the site of the Poor Clare Convent and next door was the fledgling Anglo Celt. He always kept in touch with Cavan purchasing the Anglo Celt every week. Survived by his daughter in law and granddaughters in Romford.

Death of Miss Martin The Bridge Cavan. Gentle and kind she was known for her hospitality and charity to the poor who have lost a great champion of their cause. Father Malachy Byrne officiated at the funeral from the Cathedral.

Congratulations to Douglas Anderson Royal School on his marriage to Hazel Hewitt a native of Portadown in Garvaghy Church Portadown on Tuesday last.

Road lining at the Cathedral to Cootehill Road Junction to ease the danger to traffic flow at this complex intersection.

July 28th 1951 Tragic death of John J Carroll 45 and Jack Moore 43 Shoemaker Upper Main Street near Bawnboy village. John was a Van Salesman for McCarren and Company and was carrying out his work when the accident occurred. John Carroll leaves a family of 3 while Jack Moore leaves 5 boys and 3 girls, the youngest Kevin is only 10.

Father Michael Conlon is on holidays with his parents in Crosskeys.Father Conlon ordained in 1943 has recently been promoted Parish Priest in the Diocese of Nottingham.

Cavan Transport Union Workers pass a vote of sympathy to the Carroll and Moore families on the tragic death of John Carroll and Jack Moore. The meeting was adjourned as a mark of respect.

Killygarry House and lands the property of the late Dominick McCabe sold at auction by Frank Conlon Auctioneer for £3,000. Tom J Fitzpatrick had carriage of the sale.

Church Gate Collection for the training of the Cavan team for the Ulster Final clash with Antrim amounts to an impressive £50.

August 4th 1951 On a glorious Summer’s day in Clones Antrim edge out Cavan 1-7 to 2-3 in the Ulster Final before a record attendance of 36,000.Thousands of young Cavan fans cycled to the game while the excursion train carried 750 gaily decorated enthusiastic fans. On the return journey most of the fans stopped off in the town where the streets restaurants and pubs were packed to capacity. Nobody was too disappointed and there is always next year !

3 Scolarship winners in Agriculture from the USA visit the Elmbank Hatcheries where they declare that the Tommy McCormick operation is one of the finest facilities anywhere in the world. They later visit Ballyhaise Agricultural College where they were equally impressed with the new farming techniques being adapted by young Irish farmers.

The Anglo Celt bemoans the huge number of Irish labourers flocking to England where work and conditions are attracting many of the Cavan youth.

August 11th 1951 Maura McEntee (Nee Smyth) Upper main Street contralto is the star of the Radio Eireann Variety Show ‘Music on the Air’.

32 Boy Scouts under Scoutmaster John Donohoe leave for the annual 2 week Camp in Enniscrone.

Susan and Elizabeth Cullen daughters of Mr and Mrs Cullen Gartnasilla receive their SRNs in Bridgewater England, Each of them achieved 1^st place in their respective disciplines.

August 18th 1951 Lavey the Junior Champions of 1950 play Mullahoran in the County Cavan Senior Football Final at Virginia where admission to the compact ground is 1/-

Savana Dance Band. Tom McCusker is booking week dates and some Sundays left in October November 1951.

Newly reorganised Drumalee GFC run their 1^st outing to Butlin’s Holiday Camp. Stopping in Drogheda for lunch the party visited the Shrine of Blessed Oliver Plunkett in Saint Peter’s Church and reaching Butlin’s at 3 o clock they had a most enjoyable excursion. The party reached Cavan just before midnight on their return journey.

Death of Edward O Gorman ex RIC Officer Regaskin in Saint Phelim’s Hospital. Father Malachy Byrne officiated at the funeral from the Cathedral to Cullies Cemetery.

Death of James Donegan Breffni Terrace. Well known hard working and reliable  labourer. He leaves a wife and young family. Father Charles Cartwright officiated at the Funeral from the Cathedral to Cullies Cemetery.

August 25th 1951 Newly formed Cavan Town Soccer Club beat Wool Products Lisnaskea 2-0 with goals from Norman Cinnamond and M Eaton. Henry Quinn was outstanding in the Cavan goals saving the home side on many occasions with spectacular diving while Hughie Doonan at centre half was rock solid. The next match is another home fixture against Clones.

Cavan CYMS pass a vote of sympathy with Bishop Quinn on the death of Monsignor John Maguire VG Cootehill the founder of the Club in 1936.Monsignor Maguire took a deep interest in the establishment and  welfare of the Club.

Nearly 500 visitors crowd into Cavan on a shopping spree from Belfast .The town was packed with eager shoppers who spent money freely before returning to Belfast by bus later in the evening .

James Lee Drumalee who works in the Saudian Arabian Dessert (30 miles from the Holy City of Mecca) drilling oil holds a memorable party in his parents house on his first holiday in 18 months. Works 2 shifts of 3 hours each per day in temperatures soaring over 115 degrees of heat.

Drumcrave Band adjourn their monthly meeting as a mark of respect to the late Mrs Carroll mother of Pat Carroll.

September 1st 1951 Among those achieving Honours in the Leaving Certificate  is Lauri McConnell Loreto College she is second daughter of Jack and Alice McConnell Ashe Street.

JJ Clarke former Cavan Slashers and County GAA Secretary  and player is promoted to the post of Postmaster Mullingar after filling a similar post in Wexford.

Huge gathering of neighbours and friends in Frank Crowe’s Moynehall for Information Evening on Rural Electrification.JF Conaty presided at the meeting addressed by Mr O Connor ESB. At the conclusion of the meting canvassers were appointed for the Denbawn and Banahoo areas.

Rosaleen Downey aged 12 daughter of John Downey late of Lake View wins a Scolarship in England. Her mother is a daughter of Mr and Mrs Phil Murray Breffni Terrace.

September 8th 1951 Cornelius (Neil) Smith son of FPE and Mrs Smith Kevitt Castle is admitted as a fellow of the Chartered Institute of Accountants of Ireland. He is a brother of Myles Solicitor and Dr FPE (Darragh) Smith Cavan.

Death of Mrs M Conaty Bridge Street. The family were engaged in the licensed trade in Cavan for many years at the junction of Abbey Street and Bridge Street (Phil Gilbride’s).She was mother of Cavan and Ulster footballer Paddy Conaty who won two All Ireland Minor medals with Cavan in 1937 and again as Captain in 1938.He captained Cavan Slashers to win the County Senior Championship in 1941.Mrs Conaty was an aunt of current Cavan goalkeeper Seamus Morris and Father Paddy Morris Arva. Father Joseph Hunt officiated at the large representative funeral from the Cathedral to Killygarry Cemetery.

Luke Fitzpatrick Killygarry buys 71 acres of land property of Con Rehill at Edenticlare for a record £900.

Susan Reilly qualifies as an SRN in Bedford England. She is daughter of Patrick and the late Mrs Reilly Edenticlare.

September 15th 1951 Bishop of Kilmore Dr Austin Quinn calls for prayers at all Masses for good weather to save the Harvest.

Record crowd and entries up 300 to 2,200 from 14 different counties at Cavan Show. The newly renovated grounds looked resplendent in the Autumn sunshine and the Home Crafts were a credit to the industrious housewives of the area. Among the winners in the Cattle Section were Killeshandra Convent and Saint Patrick’s College who produced the Best Pure Bred Heifer.

Cavan Urban Council and Saint Joseph’s Young Priests Society pass a vote of sympathy with the Bishop priests and relatives of Monsignor John Maguire former Adm and latterly VG of the Diocese of Kilmore.

Rev Thomas McCormack PP South Wales on holiday with his sisters May Monahan Main Street and Bee Donohoe Upper Main Street.

September 22nd 1951 Monery By Products Phone Ballinagh 7 is opened to collect by lorry dead and worn out animals. Best prices paid for live horses.

Cavan Rugby Club are tuning up for the coming season. Applications to any member of the Committee. First game is home to Longford on October 14^th.

Saint Joseph’s Young Priests Society GV Maloney presiding announce that they are establishing new branches in Ballinagh and Ballyjamesduff where personnel have already been appointed.

Rev Andrew Gorman son of Bernard and Mrs R Gorman recently ordained in All hallows College Dublin sets out from Cobh to minister in the Diocese of Los Angeles USA under Bishop Quinn.He is cousin of Father Charles O Gorman California and nephew of Monsignor M O Gorman Los Angeles. The players and committee of Drumalee GFC made a presentation of a Travel Clock to Father O Gorman a former player with the newly reformed Club.

42 boys from the De La Salle School make the trip to Knock to join 10,000 pupils at the Marian Shrine in Knock. Led by their Superior Brother Augustus and Brothers Michael and Bernard they participated in the Rosary Stations of the Cross and Benediction all outdoors in glorious warm weather. On both legs of the journey the party stopped in Roscommon town for refreshments.

Thomas Boylan 20 is killed on his way from Cavan town home to Drumullen.Son of the late Andy Boylan a native of Cavan town. An inquest into his death is taking place.

September 29th 1951 Mayo beat Meath 2-8 to 0-9 in the All Ireland Senior Football Final at Croke Park in ideal dry but dull conditions.3^rd title for Mayo their victories were recorded in 1936 and 1950.Presentation to Father Peter Quinn the Mayo left half back who left on Wednesday for 7 years Missionary work in the Philippine Islands. Meanwhile the Meath party and officials flew out from Shannon to contest next Sunday’s National League Final against the  holders New York.

Kitty O Rourke Rathcorrick flies back to the USA after spending a few months holiday with her family. Before departing she was the recipient of a number of presentations from her friends in the area. She is 3 years in America.

James Bredin and Sons complete the first 6 houses in record time at the 34 house Tullymongan scheme.

October 6th 1951 John Moore-John Carroll Dependent Fund established to aid the families of the late Jack Moore and John Carroll following a representative meeting in the Town Hall. The two men were killed in a fatal motor traffic accident outside Bawnboy last month and leave 2 large families who were totally dependent on their income. Donations to Father Jimmy O Reilly Adm Robert Mackeral Cathedral Road Tommy Connolly 58 Main Street MJ Galligan Connolly Street Patrick J Brady UDC 27 College Street.

Almost £40,000 in voluntary donations promised for the establishment of anew textile factory in Cavan town.The promoters and canvassers are Senator Paddy Baxter Surgeon Bertie Cullen Paddy Gaffney Town Engineer PJ McEntee Solicitor Dessie Tweedy Austin McDonald Maurice Jackson Tommy Young Louis Blessing Jim Leonard Dermot Morgan JJ Smith and Peter Mullen.

Meat beat New York 1-10 to 0-10 in the National League Final at the Polo Grounds New York after New York had led 0-8 to 0-4 at the interval.

Cavan District Nurses Association 4^th Annual Supper Dance in the Town Hall attracts a big crowd with the ladies providing a beautiful  meal for all of the patrons. Music was Billy Carter while the Clipper Carlton from Strabane attract a capacity attendance to the Town Hall for their 2^nd Annual Dance.

October 13th 1951 Cyril R Anderson son of John and the late Mrs Anderson Royal School obtains his BA with Honours at Trinity College Dublin.

Hugh (Bud) McNamara Connolly Street buys the residence private yard cattle yard and 4 acres of land from the Representatives of the late John Donohoe Fairgreen for €450.

Eugene (Gene) Cullivan son of Joe and Mary College Street is awarded a Scholarship to the Teacher’s Training College Saint Patrick’s College Drumcondra Dublin 9

Death of Margaret Farrelly Ashe Street wife of Tommy Farrelly Merchant. Very popular resident she was popular with neighbours and customers in this very well patronised shop. Survived by her husband and relatives. Father Charles Cartwright officiated at the funeral from the Cathedra.

October 13th 1951 General Meetings of Rugby Club continue in the Magnet Cinema while practice for upcoming match with Longford take place in Tierquin which is shared with the newly formed soccer club.

Saint Joseph’s Young Priests Society GV Maloney presiding also in attendance Jerry Lovett Secretary Mrs Ferris and Miss O Dowd Treasurer Mrs Tommy O Reilly The Regal Miss Whelan Mrs Flood M/S Michael J Galligan Connolly Street Tommy O Reilly The Regal Michael Conlon Town Clerk George Maloney Terry Cassidy.

James P McGirr wins a Scolarship to Saint Mary’s College Belfast. He is son of Mr P McGirr and Mrs A McGirr (Nee O Reilly) Beechfield Street Belfast.

Cavan Local Security (SCF) awards for outstanding service during the Emergency Phil Ruddy Bridge Street Patrick J Keaveney Butlersbridge Tom Fitzpatrick Solicitor Martin Fogarty Cavan Vocational School John Reilly. Medals and certificates presented to the recipients in the Courthouse where 2 minutes silence for deceased comrades was observed and the ceremony closing with the playing of the National Anthem.

October 20th 1951 Papal Legate tells over 1 million congregation in Fatima that Pope Pius XII had several visions of the Blessed Virgin  from October 30^th -1^st November 1950 when the Dogma of the Assumption was proclaimed. The Vatican later denied that any such visions occurred.

Electricity tea bread and butter are still available but only on ration after World War 2.Each person must register with their own shop or supplier quoting Ration Number before October 27^th 1951.

Death of James Lee Shankill Lower. Popular with all his friends and neighbours. He was a hard working industrious farmer. His son and daughter flew home in time for the funeral.

October 27^th 1951 Cavan Drama Festival 1951Chairman ET O Hanlon Vice Chairman Seamus Gilheaney Secretary Tom Fitzpatrick Assistant Secretary Bella Power Treasurer Tom Malone Manager Hibernian Bank.

R McGrath (13) beats the luckless Walter Lambert (15) 5 and 4 in the Farnham Cup Final at County Cavan Golf Club.

The Pat Kelly Orchestra now with a lady singer are the biggest draw in Northern Ireland and are resident in Dungannon twice a week until Lent.

Rev Thomas McCormack PP Wales is appointed Canon of the Archdiocese of Cardiff. Brother of May Monahan and Bee Donohoe he comes home each year with his holiday coinciding with the All Ireland football final at which he has been present for many years. Student of Saint Patrick’s College Cavan he was ordained to the Priesthood in Saint Patrick’s College Carlow.

November 3rd 1951 Great Northern Railways the much troubled company serving the 9 counties of Ulster will be taken over by the British and Irish Governments with the British paying 60% of the overall cost of £4.5 million.

Winston Churchill is back as Prime Minister in Britain after the Conservatives and Associates won 321 sets  Labour 204 Liberals 6 Anti Partition 2 and Irish Labour 1 in the British General Election where there was a turnout of 82.61% with 28 ½ million people voting.

CA Clerkin Bridge Street wins Top Score in the Fine Gael Whist Drive in the Town Hall where there was a record 73 tables in play. Among the other prize winners was Betty Ronaghan Mrs Simpson Saint Patrick’s Terrace Bobby Grey Mons Terrace and J Porter.

Marriage of Doctor Eugene McDonagh MO Ballyhaise to Kitty Sullivan youngest daughter of the late Mr and Mrs Bernard Sullivan Main Street in Saint Brigid’s Church Killygarry.Dr Jack Sullivan (brother) gave the Bride away Maisie Magee (sister) was Matron of Honour and Dr H McDonagh Best Man. Eileen Morgan was on the organ Father James J O Reilly officiated assisted by Fathers Malachy Byrne and Joseph Hunt. The Reception took place in the Headfort Arms Kells.

Annual outing of the staff of Providers Smith’s Garage and JJ Smith’s to Drogheda after which they were entertained to a lavish dinner and entertainment by the proprietors Mr and Mrs Con Smith in the Tearmann Hotel Termofeckin County Louth.

Garda remind shopkeepers of their duty to adhere to the Trading Act of 1938 with shops remaining opened from Monday to Thursday until 8 pm Friday 9 PM and Saturdays 10 Pm except licensed premises. The Christmas period is exempt from this restriction.

Death of Bridget Dunne Saint Brigid’s Terrace after an illness lasting only a few hours. She had been to Mass and Communion returned home and became unwll.Father James J O Reilly Adm officiated at the well attended funeral where the Cathedral was packed to capacity. An enormously popular lady she was decent kind and very religious. Predeceased by her husband James she is survived by her sons Patrick John Joe and Tony and daughter Miss Brigid Dunne. Burial took place in Cullies. Cavan General Workers Union and Cavan Labour Band pass votes of sympathy with the relatives with both meetings being adjourned.

Death of Daniel Hickey Saint Brigid’s Terrace and Crosskeys. Native of Limerick City he emigrated to England and joined the British Army here he fought in the Boer War. Survived by his widow and relatives. Funeral from the Cathedral to Crosskeys.

Death of John West Emmett Place after a lengthy illness. Native of Kilnaleck he was deservedly popular with neighbours and friends. Funeral from the Cathedral to Kilnaleck cemetery.

November 10th 1951 Saint Patrick’s College Cavan English Branch Chairman Dr JJ O Reilly Birmingham Secretary Harry P Boucher Birmingham and Treasurer Rev P Cooney Birmingham.

Lawn Tennis Club Fancy Dress Ball Overall Winners ‘Cheaper by The Dozen’ Paddy McManus jack and Kathleen Sullivan Helen and Eileen McCarren Margaret Smith P Smith Rose and Kitty McCabe Olive Black H Anderson George Maloney. Best Group’ ‘Duffy’s Circus’ PJ and Maura McEntee Ina Betty Margaret Hickey Mr and Mrs Cyril Arnold Mr and Mrs T Kelly Mrs MJ Smith Jack Binchey Tommy Aylmer Dinny Whelan and Jack Poyntz ‘Only a Beautiful Picture’ Eithne McDonnell 2 Myra Mannion 3^rd Dodo O Hagan.Most Original ‘The Central Bank’ P Finnerty and Walter Lambert 2^nd ‘Flash Gordon’ Jim Scanlon 3^rd ‘Monery By Products’ Rose Meehan. The MC was Tom Hickey while the music for the evening was supplied by Bert Flynn and His Band.

Jack Cruise and  supporting cast are appearing all week in the Magnet Cinema with a change of programme each night. They are just back from a season at Butlin’s Holiday Camp and are preparing for their annual Revue in the Theatre Royal.

Death of Joanne McAlarney Coleman Road. She was a sister of William McAlarney Commissioner for Oaths with whom she resided. Deservedly popular with friends and neighbours. Father Charles Cartwright officiated at the funeral which was of very large dimension.

Death of William Leonard Church Street after a long illness at the age of 83.Native of County Roscomon.Sergeant in RIC he served with distinction until the force was disbanded in 1922.Later he was to spend 28 years as Secretary McCarren and Company working closely with the late Andrew McCarren and the present proprietors Tom and Patrick McCarren to build McCarren’s into a flagship bacon industry affording massive employment to the local population. Lifetime member of Saint Vincent De Paul he was President of the Conference since 1941.He was Prefect General of the Holy Family Confraternity. Man of kindly cheerful disposition. He was very charitable in an efficient unobtrusive manner. Survived by his wife son Michael daughter Pearl and niece Una who resided with the Leonard’s. Father Charles Cartwright officiated at the funeral from the Cathedral to Leearrow Cemetery Roscomonn.Guard of Honour formed by Cavan branch Saint Vincent De Paul in Cavan and in Roscommon.

Death of Dr Louis Finnegan in Greystones.Son of the late T Finnegan ‘Gortnakesh House’. Educated at Saint Patrick’s College and The College of Surgeons from where he graduated in 1917.Spent all of his working life in Dublin and was Medical Officer in the Kilquade District and Delgany.Held in the highest esteem by patients and colleagues he was an outstanding angler and excellent shot. He was brother of Rev P Finnegan Donabate and is survived by his wife Dr Catherine Finnegan and 2 daughters.

Death of the great Paddy (Packy) Devlin Killeshandra after being admitted to the Surgical Hospital. Was ill for most of the Summer but returned to his job as a Postman just a month ago before taking ill again and dying on admission. Played in 4 All Ireland Senior Finals winning in 1933 and 1935 he also won an All Ireland junior medal with Cavan in 1927 and had 10 Ulster Senior Championship medals. He was the holder of 12 Senior Championship medals and played with Cornafean long after his county career finished. Always in the thick of the action Packy was a great forward who scored freely no matter what the opposition.

November 17th 1951 Cavan Urban Council discuss the loud amplification used in the Town Hall for Bazaars and other functions. Tom Fitzpatrick says it should be turned off altogether at 10 pm as it can be heard plainly at the Cathedral. The County Manger Dermot McCarthy said that there had been a number of complaints from local residents including the Magnet Cinema. The promoters were entitled to use the equipment until 12 but he would include a clause in the letting of the Town hall advising clients to adjust the volume on their amplifiers.

Andy McEntee Junior son of Andy and Anna McEntee 57 Main Street and Chief Reporter with the Anglo Celt marries Judy Cusack daughter of Mrs Cusack and the late John Cusack Corawillan Mills Lavey in Saint Dympna’s Church Upper Lavey. Father Patrick Shiels PP Officiated assisted by Father Malachy Byrne CC Cavan an angling friend of the Groom. Bridesmaid was Mags Cusack while the Best Man was Tommy Hughes Cavan Post Office a lodger in McEntee’s Breffni Bar for many years. The Wedding Reception was held in The Lake View Hotel Virginia and the happy couple are spending their honeymoon touring the South of Ireland. Numerous valuable wedding presents have been received by the happy couple.

Marcella McDonald eldest daughter of Mrs McDonald and the late Philip McDonald Tower Hamlet is conferred with her BA degree at UCD.

Double bereavement on successive days when Gerard and Frances Norry children of Jack Post Office and Mrs Norry Saint Phelim’s Place die after a long illness. Huge turn out of neighbours and friends for the Removal and Funeral from the Cathedral to Cullies Cemetery.

Sympathy to Eamonn English Solicitor Church Street and JA English Solicitor Bailieboro on the death of their father in Ballina County Mayo.

November Fair the biggest for over 4 years with record prices for all types of farm animals. The spacious Gallows Hill could not accommodate the hordes of cattle and dealers while College Street was packed with trailers of pigs all of which sold out in record time at very high prices. The Horse Fair at the Brother’s School was packed to capacity and there was a very brisk demand for good farm horses and hunters. Traders reported record takings which is a great omen for the Christmas shopping. Farmers never had it so good and land continues to rocket in price.

November 24th 1951 Death of Jack Meehan Wolfe Tone Street. He spent over 26 years in the USA and was of advanced years. Funeral from the Cathedral to Cullies Cemetery.

Death of John Reilly Swellan Upper after spending many years in Saint Phelim’s Hospital. He was an employee of McCarren and Company and was extremely popular with his friends and colleagues. Cavan Labour Union extend deep sympathy to the family. Funeral from the Cathedral.

7 week old GNR strike comes to an end as the Unions accept the management proposals. By weekend all services to and from the town were back to normal.

Death of Bridget Smith Jubilee Terrace after a short illness. She was wife of Peter Smith who fought in World War 1.Survived by a large number of relatives.

Cavan Labour Union extend sympathy to the relatives of Johnny Reilly Swellan Upper W Allen and Michael Fitzsimmons all past members who died recently.

Billy Browne MA County Director Irish Red Cross Society announces at Red Cross Social in Smith’s Railway Hotel that there are 2 new Units starting in Cavan one catering for ladies with Eileen Maloney in charge while the other is for men and will be led by Mr Hamilton. These are the first units to be set up in Cavan since the end of World War 2.

December 8^th 1951 Cavan Mineral Waters have a twice weekly delivery from Guinness that fills their 960 gallon glass tank. The stout is then bottled by their automatic machinery at the rate of 200 dozen per hour. From Vat to Glass untouched by hand. The Mineral Waters deliver to pubs over a 50 mile radius in counties Cavan Monaghan Leitrim and Longford. They also specialise in Cavan Kola and Solar orange. They are the sole agents for Younger’s Double Century Ale Phone Cavan 79.

Bert Flynn’s Band are the star attraction of the Garda Benevolent Dance in the tastefully decorated Town Hall which attracted a capacity attendance. Superintendent Joe Murray returned thanks to all who supported the function or who donated spot prizes.

Saint Joseph’s Young Priests Society GV Maloney presiding pass a vote of sympathy with the family of the late William Leonard Church Street.

Tragic death of Bernard McDermott while cleaning top floor windows at Vaughan’s Hotel Dublin. He was son of James McDermott and had worked in Hotels throughout the West of Ireland. His brother James (Old IRA and well known in Labour circles) flew home from London to identify the body. Funeral from the Pro Cathedral to Glasnevin Cemetery. Bernard is survived by his wife and 2 grown up daughters. At the inquest Mrs Sheila O Brien proprietor of the Hotel was exonerated from all blame in the tragic accident.

Owen Roe Memorial Fund shows a credit balance of £493-14-2d.Trustees appointed Michael J Smyth Treasurer Chairman Father Patrick Gaffney Dr Jack Sullivan PN Smith Solicitor and Edward O Hanlon.
Brother David De La Salle School presides at the Angler’s Association Silver Jubilee Dinner in the Farnham Hotel. Speakers included Peter Paul Brady Guest WP O Hanlon GV Maloney Chairman Father Malachy Byrne. All the guests joined in with musical items with Mrs GV Maloney on the piano.

Horse and Cart collection of Refuse to be discontinued from New Year’s Day. Urban Council are buying a new custom built truck with maintenance of £30 per annum.Tom Fitzpatrick urges the UDC to take over the running of the Farnham Gardens which has now become a derelict site. County Manger Dermot McCarthy replies by saying that negotiations for the purchase of the site are ongoing with Lord Farnham but no deal has been struck yet. The County Manger also tells the meeting that the Department of Posts and Telegraphs are interested in buying the Market Square for a new Post Office but negotiations are proving difficult with the Council offering the site for £10,000 but the Department’s best offer is a derisory £4,500!.

Tommy Young’s the ‘Dublin Bar’ Ashe Street Special Christmas offer Coking Sherry 7/6.Try our XX on Draught.

Girl’s Club very successful Sale of Work in the Town Hall with Santa Claus in attendance. Large selection of gifts and utilities for sale.

The very popular Harry Dawson formerly of Keadue Lodge is made a special presentation by the Sisters and staff of Saint Bartholomew’s Hospital in New York for his attendance at work over the last 12 years not missing even one day for sickness.

December 22^nd 1951 Pontifical High Mass in the Cathedral at 12:05 AM other Masses at 8 10 and 11:30 AM. Butlersbridge and Killygarry at 10 Am.

Meanwhile shops will close on Monday Christmas Eve at 10 PM and remain closed until Thursday morning. So far trade has been very poor due in part to the deluge of rain that has lashed the town all wek.Last three days trade picked up and the town was packed on Christmas Eve. Shoppers many home from England  however were glad to return home as gales and rain continued to spoil the Christmas trade.

A ewe the property of William Creane Sunnymeade Cathedral Road has given birth to 2 lambs.

Death of Patrick McNamara Master Tailor Connolly Street. Very keen follower of the GAA travelled to all the games on his motor bike. He was a native of Ballintra County Donegal. Sympathy is extended to his large family. Large and representative funeral in the Cathedral at which Father Joe Hunt presided. Burial later in Killygarry Cemetery.

Tommy Hughes the chief organiser with Jerry Lyons MC at the Annual Slashers’ Whist Drive in the Town Hall. Among the winners was SJ Caldbeck Cavan Miss Kinsella College View Mrs Cyril; Arnold Latt.

Cavan Labour Band will parade the town from 4 pm on Christmas Eve and extend sympathy to Poppy and Bud McNamara on the death of their father while Santa will distribute gifts to the children inside in the Town Hall due to the expected inclement weather.

December 29^th 1951 Joe Cullivan 8 College Street Plumbing Heating and Sanitary Specialist extends Seasons Greetings to his customers and friends.” Late or early near or far”

Saint Peter’s tomb is located directly beneath the High Altar in Saint Peter’s basilica-the biggest in the world.

County Cavan Golf Club 1951 President John F O Hanlon Captain Jim Rafter Treasurer H Clarke Secretary Dermot Morgan Assistant Secretary JF O Connell Committee Surgeon BT Cullen Bob Henderson E O Holland Edward O Hanlon Sonny Magee and Doctor Darragh Smith.

Cavan Rugby team to play Enniskillen at the Royal School on Saturday the 29^th of December at 2:30 Matty Donohoe Frank Lynott Bill Anderson Cyril Anderson Dessie Tweedy M Cinnamond R Holland Dessie McSherry Paddy Cooney Leo Cosgrove B Devine WJ Lowry George Maloney Teddy McCormack Richard Black Subs Dessie Dunne and J Fegan .

Garda entertain orphans of Saint Joseph’s Orphanage Cavan with gifts of sweets fruit and cakes. Father Pat Gaffney Saint Patrick’s College treated the children to a film show. Jerry Lyons and Superintendent Murray coordinated the event and contributed musical items where the children joined in singing the Seasonal carols.

Congratulations to  Morna McMullin who obtained her MSR (Radiography) degree at UCD. She is daughter of Surgeon Joseph and Mrs McMullin Inishfall Cavan.

Nuala McKiernan daughter of Edward and Mrs McKiernan ‘Sacre Coeur’ Drumelis is conferred with her degree as Doctor of Medicine at UCD.

Maurice and Alan Jackson entertain 54 of their staff to their 2^nd annual Staff Dinner and Dance in the Farnham Arms Hotel. Speakers included Maurice and Alan Jackson A Gordon LR Doyle Works Manager Jack Allen Louis Mallon Vincent Bartley recently married Judy McEntee and B Turner. Musical items by MS LH Doyle Mrs P Shaw P Shaw Timmy Murphy P Brady F Hughes. Tom McCusker was on the Piano and Noman Cinnamond was MC. Great appreciation of the service and cuisine supplied by the Tully family Farnham Hotel.

January 5^th 1952 Frank Conlon arrives at Saint Joseph’s Lisdarn laden down with gifts for the patients on Christmas Day. Other callers included Mrs Halpin ‘Ford Lodge’ and members of Cavan Golf Club on New Year’s Day.

Hurricane for New Year in Cavan with trees uprooted at the Royal School many houses lost slates and guttering. Serious flooding at Rosculligan but no serious accidents reported as the residents elected to stay indoors.

Cavan District Nurses Association attract a big crowd ro the Town hall for their annual Ceilidhe with the Silver Star Ceilidhe Band.

January 12^th 1952 Maura McEntee the well known Cavan contralto and member of the PA Smyth family stars on Radio Eireann.

Mrs Flood Bridge Street has early or late roses blooming in her garden at the back of the shop.

Aer Lingus’ unblemished safety record ends as the Saint Kevin crashed in a blinding rain storm in the Welsh mountains with all 20 passengers  on board and 3 crew losing their lives.

January 19^th 1952 With Lord Farnham letting the Farnham Gardens go to wreck and ruin and the demise of the caretakers the Cafferty family, Cavan Urban Council start negotiations for the purchase of the site in Farnham Street. Tom Fitzpatrick says that the gardens have now become an eye sore but the other members point out that little can be done by the Council unless Farnham is prepared to sell the site to the Council. A motion to compulsory acquire the Farnham Gardens was defeated by 5-3 with Paddy Brady PJ Brady Gerry Kelly Tommy Cullivan and Mary Brady Chairman  and GA Fegan Tom Fitzpatrick and Sean Magee voting for the motion. The County Manager Dermot McCarthy said he would commence negotiations with Lord Farnham and communicate the concerns of the Council.

Sympathy is extended to Dr JC McFeeley Swellan on the death of his father Neil McFeeley at the age of 82. He was a Superintendent in the Dublin Metropolitan Guards.

Great news for the Killygarry community as a telephone is installed in Poles Co Operative. Very handy for ringing the Priest Doctor or Vet in the event of emergencies.

Untimely death of Father Andrew J O Gorman Drumalee following a bout of pneumonia in Los Angeles’ Queen of Angels Hospital. Popular member of Drumalee GFC he was only ordained in All Hallows Dublin last June. He is survived by his brothers and sisters. He was nephew of the late Monsignor Michael O Gorman and Rev C F O Gorman and was cousin of Rev Charles O Gorman Ballyhaise and Reverend Bernard Collins Billis.

Aer Lingus Dakota plane the Saint Kevin crashes en route from London to Dublin with the loss of 20 passengers and 3 crew. This is the first major crash at Aer Lingus since it started in 1936.

January 26^th 1952 Death of Samuel William Mee Chartered Accountant in Wembley London at the age of 68.Only 3 years retired he was very well known in business circles in the City of London. Survived by his wife son daughter brother AM Mee and the Rutherford family. Funeral from Saint Catherine’s Wembley to the adjoining Cemetery.

Matt McKenna Overseer Cavan Post Office and member of the staff there since 1923 is appointed Postmaster in Kells.Native of Monaghan town he was known for his courtesy patience and good humour and popular with both staff and customers.

Dr Padraig Carney well known Mayo footballer and doctor at Cavan Surgical is appointed to a similar position in Castlebar.

February 2^nd 1952  Huge blaze in the yard section of George Fegans.Great work by Cavan Fire Brigade after a very poor start when little water pressure was found prevented the fire from spreading to Frank Conlon’s extensive furniture store. Billy Downey and Frank Conlon were first on the scene and raised the alarm. The Brigade was under the control of Captain Aidan Madden BE and Paddy Gaffney Town Engineer while Inspector Gillespie Sergeants Hennelly and Thorne controlled the traffic and cut off the scene from the general public. Nobody was injured but a lot of damage to stock in Yard. The proprietors John Kennedy and Robert Mackeral return thanks to all their kind helpers neighbours customers and friends assuring them of their continued desire to continue to serve the Public in George Fagan’s.

Father Noel Fay Castlerahan is elected Chairman of Cavan County Board GAA replacing Seamus Gilheaney who did not seek re election to the post. Honary President Andy McEntee Vice Chairman MJ Mullin Castlerahan Secretary HL Smith Treasurer Paddy O Reilly Registrar Jack McConnell and Central Council Patsy Lynch.

Good news for Teddy McCormack Anglo Celt as he scoops £71-11-0 in MH Pools in Drogheda.

New Bridge Club in Cavan under the auspices of County Cavan Golf Club. Sessions each Tuesday and Friday nights in Clubhouse. They are looking for a suitable premises in the centre of the town for next season.

Joan O Hanlon scoops the jackpot in MH Pools with a fantastic £241 in the MH Pools Drogheda.

Bruise Walsh supplies the music at the annual McCarren Dance in the Town Hall where the hall was beautifully decorated and the capacity crowd were showered with spot prizes at each dance.

Death of John Muldoon who served for over 50 years as a Signalman with GNR Railways and the old Midland Company. Native of Portumna County Galway.He represented Labour on Cavan Urban Council for over 30 years. Gentle kind disposition he was extremely well known and highly respected. The Labour Band led the cortege playing the ‘Dead March’. A capacity attendance at the funeral where Father Joe Hunt officiated with burial in Cullies Cemetery.

February 16^th 1952 Continued trouble for Cavan Town Soccer Club as their goal posts are sawn down and thrown in a drain at Dawson’s Field. Norman Cinnamond Treasurer Edwin Cinnamond Chairman and Jack Norry Secretary seek compensation of £10 for damage committed by persons unknown on August 25^th 1951.In evidence Norman Cinnamond stated that “they were only in operation since July and their first problem was when the posts crossbar etc were dug up and thrown in the nearby drain. They had 40 members 20 of whom were ex GAA men and he suspected that it was a revenge attack for poaching these players who were now banned from playing GAA games”. Garda James Kitson gave evidence that it was very easy to gain access to the ground which was along the main Clones Road. Judge Duncan granted a decree for £5-10-0 to be levied on Cavan County Council.

Over 1 million people file past the coffin bearing the remains of King George VI in Westminster Cathedral. Frank Aiken Minister for External Affairs and Irish Ambassador Freddie Boland represented Ireland at the funeral in Westminster with burial later in Windsor Castle.

Death of Mother M Stanislaus Saint Clares’ Convent at the age of 89. Member of the Community in Cavan for 55 years. She taught Christian Doctrine up to a years ago. Gentle kind decent person she was much beloved of staff and pupils including the many orphans she befriended down all the years. Native of Ballyjamesduff she is survived by her sister Mrs Gargan Virginia.Rev Sean O Reilly Saint Patrick’s College was the chief celebrant with Bishop Austin Quinn presiding at the solemn Requiem Mass in the Convent Chapel with interment in the adjoining cemetery.

Death of Cavan’s oldest man 90 year old Patrick Reilly resident off Main Street. Sick in bed for the last 12 months he was known far and near for his cure of the sprain. Life long member of the Confraternity. Father JJ O Reilly Adm officiated at the funeral Mass in the Cathedral with burial in Cullies Cemetery.

Death of Joseph Dunne Saint Mary’s Terrace. Spent all his life as an employee of the Post Office. Very popular with customers and friends. He took a keen interest in the GAA and was an outstanding footballer with Cavan Slashers.He was father of Brendan and Dessie Dunne Anglo Celt and Ton Dunne GPO Dublin. Father JJ O Reilly Adm officiated at the funeral from the Cathedral to Killygarry.

Pavilion Debating Society with Austin McDonald in the Chair carry the motion 16-14 “A Woman’s place is in the home”

February 22nd 1952 Death of Catherine Murray  in Saint Phelim’s Hospital. She was relict of the late Thomas Engine Driver GNR. Mother of Thomas Duleek sister of Nuala Conlon Francis Street and the late Thomas McGuiness Town Clerk. Father Joseph Hunt presided at the large representative funeral from the Cathedral to Castletara.

Death of James Gilchrist Drumbo eldest son of the late Mr and Mrs Andrew Gilchrist Drumbo. Member of the Old IRA.Coffin draped in tricolour and 16 comrades led by Charlie Reilly County Council formed a Guard of Honour. Last Post sounded by Teddy McCormack Wolfe Tone Street. Father Joe Hunt officiated at the large and very representative funeral from the Cathedral to Cullies.

Death of Robert Kenny Gartbrattan at the age of 83.prize winning Horticulturist at Cavan Show for many years. Funeral from Kilmore Church to the adjoining Cemetery.

“GAA Ban on Foreign Games should be abolished” according to the Pavillion Debating Society where TP O Reilly was Chairman and the motion was carried by 39 votes to 11.

Father Patrick McNiffe much revered President of Saint Patrick’s College appeals for funding for the College at the 11:30 Mass on Sunday in the Cathedral.

Winston Churchill Prime Minister again in Britain at the age of 77 tells the House of Commons that Britain has developed the Atomic Bomb and tests will commence later in the year.

March 1^st 1952 Tom McCusker Cavan CYMS is beaten by M J Nolan Maynooth in the Final of the Irish Billiards Championship at the Burroughs and Watts Hall in Dublin.McCusker got off to a great start and outclassed his nervous opponent in the first session before missing a cannon when leading by 74-11. McCusker was eventually beaten by Nolan who contested the Final 2 years ago by 1,000 to 806. McCusker had breaks of 36,55,40,52 73 and 36 but Nolan after a shaky start was a deserving winner on this occasion.

Cavan Rugby Club will leave the Bus Office by car at 8 o clock to travel to Monkstown where they play the home side before travelling on to Lansdowne Road for the Ireland V Scotland game at 2:30.Team Matty Donohoe Dessie Tweedy Richard Black R Lumley R McGregor Dessie McSherry Paddy McManus Frank Lynott Gerry Kinsella K Lynch George Maloney Leo Cosgrove Teddy McCormack.

Free Tuberculosis Scheme introduced with free chest Xray.Treatment including Sanatorium free and cash allowance for patient and family while treatment continues. Further details from Cavan County Council.

Father Tm Halton excels at Pavilion Debating Society with Dermot Morgan in the Chair where the subject was “Pictures exert an undue influence on the youth of to day” was lost. Hugh Rafferty Secretary on behalf of Cavan Lawn Tennis Club thanks all who participated or attended the debate. Next subject is very topical “The House approves the acquisition of Farnham Gardens as a Public Park” The motion was later defeated by a large majority

Death of Patrick Young Tierquin ex Sergeant RIC. A man of the utmost integrity and a strong personality. He was an authority on Horse Racing and could discuss with great accuracy all aspects of horse racing and form. Uncle of Patrick Young Tierquin former Secretary Cavan Farmer’s Trade Union.

March 8th 1952 New Papal Nuncio Most Reverend Gerald Patrick O Hara arrives in Ireland. He is a former Archbishop of Savanah and Atlanta and was greeted at Dublin Airport by a delegation led by Archbishop of Dublin John Charles McQuaid the Primate of All Ireland.

Ladies’ Golf 1952 President Dorie Smith Captain Joan O Hanlon Treasurer Kathleen Morgan Secretary Olive Bland Committee Maisie Magee Kathleen Sullivan Mollie Finnegan Mrs Gus Kenny Margaret English Margaret Hickey Miss M Brady Mrs Jack Brady Mrs Austin McDonald.

Cavan Girls Club present their 2^nd annual Variety Show with guest artiste Michael O Duffy at the Town Hall and Castle Cinema Oldcastle from 9-11^th of March. Costumes and scenery by Gings Dublin. Admission 4/6 4/- 3/- 2/- and 1/- .Booking at the Regal Cavan.

Death of Patrick Young Billis Cavan after a long illness borne with courage and fortitude. Sympathy is extended to his brother sisters and large circle of relatives and friends. Large and representative attendance at the removal and funeral where Father Joe Hunt officiated from the Cathedral to Cullies Cemetery.

Department of Post and Telegraphs target Cavan with Inspectors to collect Wireless Licenses.

Bord Failte (Board of Welcome ) is founded with 7 man board and authority to spend £230,000 per annum to provide and improve tourist facilities and accommodation.

March 15th 1952 Magnet Players Killygarry with ‘The Righteous are Bold’ win the Western Drama Festival (Rural Section) in Tubbercurry with their Producer Andy O Brien NT taking the Gold Medal for the production. Cast Margaret O Brien Agnes Brady Kathleen Cahill Betty Reilly Maureen Reilly Mike O Brien Pat Smith Jimmy Cahill PJ Young Denis O Mahoney and Stage Manager Peter O Rourke. Moonlight Players Castletara 3^rd with ‘Mungo’s Mansion’

Cavan Rugby team will play Portadown away this Saturday and Longford at home in Royal School field on Saint Patrick’s Day where Bill Anderson and B Holland make a welcome return after recent injuries.

Jack Norry is promoted Overseer while B Caffrey is promoted to Sorter at Cavan Post Office.

Cavan Girls Club break all records with their professional Variety Show in the Town Hall and Castle Cinema Oldcastle.Cast Collette Brady Nancy Braiden Pauline Clarke Lala Connolly Maureen Cosgrove Christina Donohoe Teresa Duffy Eileen Farrell Rita Fay Bridie Galligan Teresa Gray Margaret Hagan Sue Higgins Erin Kirby Ann Kinsella Maureen Lally Maisie Maguire Kathleen Maguire Margaret McCarville Kathleen McCann Mary McNiffe Chrissie McNamara Nancy O Neill Brigid O Rourke Vera O Rourke Bridie Plunkett Mary Plunkett Eileen Smith Eileen Woods.Guest Artist Michael O Duffy Costumes by Gings Dublin Club Leader Sara Cullen. Maura McEntee was in charge of the chorus while the Orchestra consisted of Maura McGilly Piano James McIntyre and George Maloney Violins with Dickey Mullery on the Drums. Reverend JJ O Reilly Adm returned thanks to all those who participated or supported the concert which was a tremendous success.

March 22^nd Death of Ellen Rose (Rosie) Morris Upper Main Street. She was sister of the late Billy Morris former linotype operator Anglo Celt. Sympathy is extended to all her many relatives and friends. Funeral from  Cavan Parish Church to the New Cemetery. Her house was later sold (2 months later) for a figure in excess of £500.

Death of Kathleen Wray Emmett Place wife of Phil Wray. Large and representative funeral from the Cathedral to Ballinagh Cemetery on Saint Patrick’s Day.

Death of Mary Higgins Drumalee at an advanced age after a short illness. She was mother of Bernard Higgins Drumalee and the Anglo Celt.

March 29^th 1952  The well known playwright Joseph Tumulty is the Adjudicator at this year’s annual Drama Festival in the Town Hall where Edward O Hanlon is Chairman Seamus Gilheaney Vice Chairman and Tom Fitzpatrick Secretary.

Pantomania in the Town Hall and Clonmel featuring Pat McGuigan and his 217 key Mirano Pigana Accordion.

Death of Brigid Browne Breffni Terrace after a lengthy illness in Hospital.5 of her brothers fought in World War 1 and one of them was actually killed in the conflict.

Legendary Harry Dawson formerly ‘Keadue Lodge’ MC at Gala Saint Patrick’s Night Concert in Saint Bartholomew’s Hospital New York. Over 40 singers and dancers participated and Harry weighed in with 2 stirring Irish ballads

Death of Iris Mae Moorehead College Street at the age of 20 she was daughter of Mrs Moorehead and the late Jack Moorehead. Survived by her mother and sisters. Funeral from Cavan Parish Church to the New Cemetery.

Eugene Leddy and his Ceilidhe Band delight the nation with their ½ hour broadcast from Radio Eireann.They brought great honour to their native Butlersbridge and Cavan.

Labour Band with depleted numbers due to deaths and emigration parade to Mass and later tour the town for Saint Patrick’s Day. The famous Band played all the old Irish airs on the Feast of the National Apostle.

Cavan Soccer Club AGM 1952 held in Cinnamond’s Hall Church Street Chairman Edwin Cinnamond Secretary Walter Crozier Treasure Norman Cinnamond Committee Matty Thorne Pat Quinn JJ Reilly G Gibson L Galvin J Gauthier.

Branch Of Ex Servicemen’s Society founded in Cavan (ONE) Chair Dr M Cooney Vice Chairman Tom Hickey Secretary Captain Aidan Madden Treasurer HP McEntee Assistant Treasurer JJ McGrath. All ex Old IRA Irish Army and Defence Forces welcome to join.

April 5^th 1952 Cavan Refrigeration set up business at Gordon’s Garage Farnham Street. All makes of refrigeration repaired.

Clones Dramatic Society are the winners of the Dr Lyons Cup with ‘Paul Twyning’ in the Open Section at Cavan Drama Festival. Bobby Burns Navan is Best Producer Mary Cunningham Lurgan Players Best Actress and Desmond Rushe Mullingar Little Theatre Group Best Actor. Confined Section won by the Killygarry Players with the ‘Righteous are Bold with 94 ½ marks Producer Andy O Brien NT. Loreto College win the Anglo Celt Cup for One Act Plays with ‘The Dear Queen’ Producer Nancy Carroll Cast Carmel McGovern Mary Corrigan Veronica O Donoghue and Sheila Fay.Casteltara Players win the AOH Cup with Mungo’s Mansion scoring 86 ½  marks Producer Edward J Brady Cast Frances Kelly Sean Boylan Mary Cahill Mary Boylan Patrick Cahill Tommie Higgins Eddie Brady Louis Brady Jimmy Greenan Phyllis Brady. Committee 1952 Patron Bishop Austin Quinn President Father JJ O Reilly Adm Chairman Edward O Hanlon Vice Chairman Seamus Gilheaney Secretary TJ Fitzpatrick Assistant Secretary Rosemary Power Treasurer Tom Malone Hibernian Bank.

Saint Patrick’s Day Angling at Butlersbridge Trout Andy McEntee 2^nd Eileen Maloney Pike Joe Greene Mill Rock 2 fish heaviest 14 ½ lbs 2^nd GV Maloney 3^rd Mr King Wattlebridge.

Retirement of the legendary Surgeon Joseph McMullin after 30 years distinguished service. Recipient of numerous presentations from the staff of Cavan Surgical Hospital and the local Red Cross Society who presented him with an inscribed electric mantle clock. He will be succeeded by Dr Paddy D Maloney FRCSE.

Death of Joseph Lennon Saint Brigid’s Terrace former Secretary of the Transport Workers Union. Former member of Cavan UDC he did much to advance the cause of the ordinary working man. The Labour Band playing the Dead March led the cortege.The Cathedral was packed to capacity for the reception of the remains and the Funeral Mass celebrated by Father Charles Certwright.Interment took place in Cullies.

Lourdes Invalid Fund will send one patient to Lourdes this year.Dr Craig County MOH will assist in making the choice from the Hospitals in the area.

‘Teal’ wins the Aintree Grand National returned at 100-1 and ridden by Arthur P Thompson ‘Legal Joy’ was 2^nd.’Teal’ was bred near Clonmel in County Tipperary.

Cavan defeat Enniskillen by 6 points (2 tries) to Nil at the Royal School Grounds. Enniskillen very much on top in the first half and they missed a number of very easy penalties. Cvan clung on however to retire 0-0 at the interval. With Holland and McGregor getting the better of the half back exchanges their backs began to enjoy dominance. Dessie McSherry had a wonderful try after 20 minutes of the second half when he dribbled 25 yards to dive over for the opening score. Matty Donohoe failed to convert. Cavan continued to exert pressure on Enniskillen before Richard Black gained possession to dive over in the corner making it 6-0 to Cavan. Matty Donohoe just failed to convert a most difficult kick from the sideline. Tom Cinnamond and Bill Anderson went close later on but the Enniskillen defence was resolute.

Packy Brady opens his refurbished Bridge Bar Tierquin Dublin Road (Meadow View Lounge).”Try our Guinness XX on tap”.
Jim Scanlon CMBHI Watchmaker and Jeweller Optical repairs and prescriptions a speciality 8 Francis Street Cavan.

Untimely death of Father Michael Conlon PP Nottingham son of Mr and Mrs John Conlon Blackbull Crosskeys and brother of Frank Auctioneer and Furniture Merchant Cavan.

April 19th 1952 Fergus Flood Ballyheelan marries Francis Flood Bridge Street in Saint Brigid’s Church Killygarry.Father Joseph Hunt officiated and the Reception was in the Park Hotel Virginia.

7 early bathers for Easter at Green Lake with hundreds more on the Bank taking in the warm sunny weather. The bathers were back on shore very shortly complaining of the still very chilly water temperatures.

April 26th 1952  Eddie Byrne Presenter of the Prescott’s Show on Radio Eireann will host the show from Prescott’s opposite Smyth’s 60 Main Street next Thursday.

Death of the very well known highly respected Mrs Brady Cavan House Bridge Street. Devout Catholic she was a founder member of the local branch of the 3^rd Order of Saint Francis. Her son Edward was a very well known member of the Old IRA and took a prominent part in the fight for Independence with both British Army and RIC constantly searching the premises for fugitives and arms. She was the mother of a large family. Big representative attendance at the funeral from the Cathedral to Killygarry Cemetery.

Labour Band pass a vote of sympathy to the  relatives of John Lennon former Branch Secretary who worked tirelessly to promote the interests of the Band.

May 3rd 1952 Cavan Show elect a new Treasurer at EGM in Cvan.Alfred Myles Smith Solicitor was the unanimous choice and will be paid £25 per annum for the task. All cheques must now be signed by both the Secretary and Treasurer. In future there will be no paid labour and each man on the Committee will supply a man free of charge. John Kemp Rahulton and W Mulligan were co opted to the Committer on the proposition of Lord Farnham.Those in attendance were JF Conaty George Morris George Maloney Junior Sandy Gordon Lord Farnham and Jimmy Dawson.

George Davis BE Engineer with Cavan County Council wins his first Hockey Cap when he plays in goals for Ireland against Belgium in Brussels

Beautiful old May custom continues in the working class areas of the town particularly Emmett Place College Street and Wolfe Tone Street with homes displaying flowers in abundance at the threshold in honour of the Queen of The May.

DT Dwane former Postmaster Cavan has retired from farming to live in O Connell street Limerick. His farm of 51 acres purchased 9 years ago for £2,000 fetched a record £4,500 at Auction.

Breffni Park will be reopened on the 8^th June after undergoing massive renovations for the last 2 years which cost £14,000. A 75 page Souvenir Programme is being prepared and among the contributors are Bishop Quinn of Kilmore Padtaig O Keeffe Secretary of the GAA John F O Hanlon Anglo Celt Jimmy Smith Captain 1933 winning team John Joe O Reilly Captain in 1947 and 1948 and Bridie M Smith Brady Historian.

Cavan Pavilion win the Provincial Badminton Clubs Cup beating Carlow Commercials in the Final by 6 games to 2 at the Garda Depot Phoenix Park Dublin. The Cavan team were best served by Ina Hickey Jack Poyntz Dickie Mullery Vera Brady Francis Street Willie O Hanlon Captain Mrs Pollock and Mr and Mrs Burns. The Pavilion are also the reigning North Midlands League Holders.

The Royal School are first to embrace new technology erecting an electric fence at both side of the long entrance to the School.

Cavan Harps beat Ballyhaise 2-9 to 1-4 in the Junior Championship at Tierquin Park. Scorers for the Harps were O Connor Sheridan Graham McNamara and Brady while the Duggan brothers were outstanding for Ballyhaise.

All shops and house in the Cavan area are being painted and decorated for the reopening of Breffni Park. Each house is asked to fly the national and county colours and erect the bunting supplied in their area. Cavan will play Kerry while Antrim will play All Ireland Champions Mayo. The Park will be officially blessed and re opened by the Bishop of Kilmore Austin Quinn at 4:30 pm.

May 24th 1952 Sean T O Kelly is re elected President of Ireland for the second 7 year term. The popular Alfie Byrne Lord Mayor of Dublin only received 15 nominations and was unable to mount a challenge for the Office. The inauguration takes place in Saint Patrick’s Hall Dublin Castle on the 25^th June.

Saint Mary’s Church Ballyhaise is rededicated as Saint Mary’s Ballyhaise.Formrly the Cathedral in Cavan it was transported stone by stone block by block by horse and cart from Cavan to Ballyhaise.First built by Bishop Browne in 1853 it was later enlarged to become the Cathedral of the Diocese of Kilmore.The two Parish Priests responsible were Father Felix Lynch and Father Tom Maguire. The foundation stone was blessed by the Bishop of Kilmore Patrick Lyons on the 13^th of October 1943.The Contractors were Jon Sisk and Company while the Architect was John Byrne Dublin.

The Feast of Saint John Baptist De La Salle celebrated in Cavan with High Mass in the Cathedral where Father Vincent Kennedy accompanied the School Choir on the Organ. Later the boys were entertained to sweets and treats culminating with a Sports Day in Drumalee.The boys of the school have been very busy over the last few weeks picking stones and debris at the grounds in Breffni Park. Many of them will be selling the Souvenir Programme for which they will be granted a generous commission by Tommy Gilroy who is in charge of the project.

The playing surface in Breffni Park is now described as a spacious billiard table garbed in verdant green with the numerous white hawthorn trees a beautiful background. Bands attending are Drumcrow War Pipers Drumcrave Cavan Labour Cootehill Brass and Reed. Other bands will not be admitted to the Enclosure and no hawkers or fruit sellers are being admitted without a permit.

Death of Mrs Tommy Graham Upper Main Street relict of Tinsmith Tommy Graham. Sympathy to son and other relatives. Funeral from Cavan Parish Church to the New Cemetery.

Death of Gerald O Rourke son of Mr and Mrs Thomas O Rourke Saint Aidan’s Terrace at the age of 21. Sick for only a few days. He had just completed his apprenticeship as a Shoemaker. Sympathy is extended to his parents brothers and sisters and other relatives. He was a popular member of Cavan Harps GFC who formed a Guard of Honour at the Funeral from the Cathedral to Killygarry Cemetery. Later the local branch of ONE pass a vote of sympathy with Thomas a former Serviceman in the Irish Army on the death of his son..

Ernie Smith AH Smith and Company Main Street is appointed to the Provincial Council of the Radio Industries Club of Ireland. The aim of the society is to promote mutual good will and moderate the competition between the traders of Radio and Electrical goods in Ireland.

Thomas Sweeney Coleman Road and Dermot Lovett Cathedral Road both students of Belturbet Technical School are awarded Scholarships for a Building Construction Course in Bailieborough Technical School.

Drumcrave Band pass a vote of congratulations with Matt King on his recent marriage.

May 31^st 1952 Opening Tuesday 3^rd of June Cavan’s most modern Hotel the Ulster Arms formerly the Old Globe Proprietor Johnny Brady’s. The Contractors are Elliott and McCabe and the Architects Nolan and Quinlan Ely Place Dublin.

Breffni Park Re Opening Ceilidhe in Town Hall with the Emerald Ceilidhe Band Admission 3/6. All cyclists use the Cycle Park in the Town-no cyclists on Lane Entrance. Breffni Park was first opened  in 1923 and was the first park in Ireland to be vested in a County Board and cost £12,000 to acquire and develop. Known as The Croke Park of Ulster. It hosted the All Ireland Semi Finals of 1928 1931 and 1933 when Cavan beat Kerry to qualify for the All Ireland where they subsequently beat Galway to win their fist All Ireland Senior crown.Breffni Park hosted the All Ireland Junior Final of 1927 played in  June 1928 when Cavan beat Kildare to win their first and only All Ireland junior crown. With the increasing popularity of gaelic games and with a limited capacity of only 14,000 plans were drawn up for a re development of the Park in the late 1930s these were shelved with the outbreak of World War 2. After the War a committee under Patsy Lynch Chairman commissioned Paddy Gaffney BE Latt to draw up plans for a total redevelopment and repositioning of the Park. P Clarke Newtownbutler were appointed Contractors and work began in 1950. A further 7 acres of adjoining land was acquired at a cost of £1,000 bringing the total area covered by the Park to over 17 acres. One of the biggest playing areas 160 x 95 in Ireland the pitch and enclosure cover 4 ½ acres with the sideline having seating for 7,000.It is estimated that the Park will now accommodate 40,300 people aprox. The cost of the Redevelopment is £14,000and a debt of £8,000 remains. The Committee intend to build a stand when the debt is cleared.

Cavan beaten by Tyrone 6-4 in Omagh Tennis thriller. Stars for Cavan were Dr and Mrs Flannery Jack Halpin and Mrs Cole.

Military Dance in the Town Hall Music by the Metropole Hotel Orchestra. Miss Cole Legway is the winner of the Miss Breffni Silver Cup 2^nd Ethel Brady Ballintemple. Bridie M Smith Brady Historian and members of the Metropole Band were the judges of the competition for which there was an entry of 20 young ladies.

Breffni Park Reopening Mid Cavan Battalion FCA will provide the Guard of Honour for Bishop Quinn at the re opening ceremony on Sunday. Admission 1/- sideline 2/-.Sean OG O Ceallacain will referee the Kerry V Cavan game while Tommie Reilly Cootehill will have charge of the Mayo V Antrim game.The stadium is fitted out with a Public Address System installed and operated by Smyth’s 60 Main Street Cavan.

34 Caravans -24 from Northern Ireland and 10 from the Republic attend the 1^st National Caravan Rally at the Park Hotel Virginia. Thousands throng the grounds from all over Ireland. With Ballroom Dancing and Golf Competitions for the adults and sports day for the children in glorious weather conditions.

Death of James McAviney Warburg Street Dublin. He was over 30 years employed by McCarren and Company rising to the rank of Manager. Retired just over 6 years ago and purchased a Licensed Premises in Dunlin. Survived by his wife and daughter. Funeral from High Street Church to Glasnevin.

Poor bidding for Jim Rafter’s Pub in Bridge Street (Congo Bar)Frank Conlon withdrew the premises when the bidding stopped at £1,000. Being negotiated at a much higher price. Jim is now a Salesman with Jackson’s Garage.

 

Death of Mrs McKeon Emmett Place. Father Joe Hunt officiated at the funeral from the Cathedral to Laragh Cemetery.

June 14^th 1952 Over 12,000 throng the street of Cavan to celebrate the reopening of Breffni Park.500 travelled on the excursion train from Belfast. After a damp overcast morning the afternoon was ideal with sun and light winds. Most of all the rain held off. Gate receipts amounted to £1,000-17-0. After Monaghan Brass and Reed Band led the parade and played the National Anthem 2 mainly disappointing games followed where Kerry beat Cavan 1-7 to 0-5 and Mayo the All Ireland Champions hammered Antrim 3-8 to 0-4. John Nallen had a great first half for his native Mayo but was injured in the ribs by a collision with one of his own men early in the second half and had to be replaced. Before the start of the first game 2 minutes silence was observed in honour of the recently deceased Kerry star Joe Barrett. Cavan team Seamus Morris Arva John Joe O Reilly Curragh Phil Brady Mullahoran Paul Fitzsimmons Maghera John Sheridan Killinkere Liam Maguire Cornafean Brian O Reilly Cornafean Aidan Corrigan Dan McCaffrey Stradone Terry Keogan Castlerahan Barley McEnroe Mountnuggent Victor Sherlock Kingscourt Johnny Cusack Lavey Mick Higgins Captain Bailieboro and Tony Tighe Castlerahan.Bishop Austin Quinn from a special podium in the centre of the arena declared the park officially open. The ceremony concluded with the playing of Faith of Our Father’s. Many speeches both in Breffni Park and afterwards at the Reception in the Farnham Hotel where the attendance included Bishop Austin Quinn who performed the opening ceremony Bishop Patrick Moynagh Bishop of Calabar Paddy Smith Minister for Agriculture V O Donoghue President of the GAA.Addresses of welcome to the visiting teams read by Michael Conlon Town Clerk and Michael J Smith County Secretary later presented to the 3 teams by Mary Brady Chairman of Cavan UDC.Among the attendance were Mick McGurk Johnnie Brady Peter O Reilly who all played on the first Cavan team to contest an All Ireland Semi Final in 1891. At the conclusion of the meal Bishop Quinn presented Father Noel Fay Chairman of the County Board with a personal cheque of £25 towards the cost of the project. Thanks to the tireless work of John Sexton Caretaker and his family the pitch was in splendid condition clearly marked and all flags gently fluttering in the light breeze. The Ceilidhe in the Town Hall music by the Emerald Ceilidhe Band was packed to capacity with visitors and locals celebrating this great occasion. Father Noel Fay Chairman of the Cavan County Board thanked all who helped or participated in this great day for Cavan and Breffni.

1^st Breffni Park Development Draw results of open public draw  that took place in Eugene Cullivan’s with Tom Gilroy Chairman Master of Ceremonies,1^st £20 Rosetta Christie C/o Vera Brady’s Cavan 2nd £5 Maisie O Reilly Stradone 3rd £2 Liam Bogue Creighan Sawmills £1 each John Cassidy Bridge Street Peggy Allen Saint Phelim’s Place May O Rourke Ballyhaise.

Death of Anthony Carroll  son of the late TJ Carroll MRCVS and Mrs Carroll Church Street now resident at Leinster Square  Rathmines.Deep sympathy is extended to his mother and the rest of the family.

June 21st 1952 Despite having to stop to repair a puncture J Ryan Emerald Cycling Club wins the Tour of Breffni (Dublin /Cavan Return) in a phenomenal time of  5 hours and 51 minutes for the over 140 mile journey which included a full lap of the town.He won by just 1 second from O Connell Dublin with D Quinn Dublin Wheelers 3^rd a further 4 seconds adrift.

Brother Michael De La Salle Cavan and a native of Limerick is transferred to the De La Salle East London South Africa. Outstanding hurler he did  much to revive the game in Cavan and took an active interest in organising the School football competitions. He is replaced by Brother Leonardus.

Tar boiler goes on fire at Moynehall resulting in the area being shrouded in a thick fog of smoke for several hours. Heavy rain is reported as the cause of the fire.

Rev Andrew Masterson son of Mr and Mrs John Masterson Inishbeg Butlersbridge is ordained to the priesthood by Bishop Austin Quinn assisted by Fathers Charles Travers James Carroll and Very Rev Patrick McNiffe Saint Patrick’s College in the Cathedra of Saints Patrick and Phelim Cavan.The new priest was assisted by his neighbour Father PJ Brady Glasgow a native of Drumhurk Butlersbridge while Father Vincent Kennedy was on the Organ. The new priest is son of John a well known former Butlersbridge footballer and captain. Also in attendance was James (brother) Mary and Eileen (sister) and two uncles Tom and James Masterson.He later said his first public Mass in Saint Aidan’s Church Butlersbridge which was packed to capacity for the occasion. He has been ordained for the Diocese of Birmingham.

Father Eugene O Dowd son of JP and Mrs O Dowd County Registrar Farnham Street is ordained in Saint Patrick’s College Maynooth by Cootehill native the Archbishop of Dublin and Primate of All Ireland John Charles McQuaid. Rev J Boyle and Rev F Gallagher both from Cootehill were also ordained at the same ceremony. On Wednesday Father Eugene said his first public Mass at 9 AM in the Cathedral of Saints Patrick and Phelim Cavan.

 Betty Breslin 23 Coleman Road is the winner of the Top Prize of £20 in the 2^nd Breffni Park Draw 2^nd £5 A McGahern College View Mary Duffy Jackson’s Garage and Maire McGirr Latt.

Saint Joseph’s Young Priests Society Cavan GV Maloney Presiding also in attendance Father PJ Gargan Mrs Ferris Mrs Cullen Mrs Flood Miss McCabe Josie Smith and M/S MJ Galligan Patrick McCarren T O Reilly The Regal George Maloney Junior and Frank Lynott. Vote of sympathy was passed to Mrs Tommy O Reilly The Regal on the death of her mother.

Cullen Cup at County Cavan Golf Club is won by Dr Sean O Reilly playing off 24 5 up with 2nd Edward O Hanlon off 1 and 1 up. There were 53 competitors and Mrs Cullen and friends served tea to the visitors and competitors.

July 5th 1952  Father Timothy Connolly a native of Ballinagh is appointed the Superior General of the Maynooth Mission to China at their 5^th General Chapter in Saint Columban’s Utah USA.He succeeds the late Father Jeremiah Denehy who died suddenly in December 1951. Born in 1904 son of John and Mrs Connolly Merchants Ballinagh Father Tim received his early education at the local National School an later Saint Patrick’s College Cavan and Saint Patrick’s College Maynooth where he was ordained in 1927.He spent a further year in the Dunboyne Establishment where he took his H Dip before being appointed a professor in Saint Patrick’s College where he stayed until 1934 when he joined the fledgling Maynooth Mission to China. He is over 17 years attached to the American Division of the Society where he has served as Professor and Regional Bursar from 1947-1952 when he became Regional Director USA for the Society.

‘Little Mo’ Maureen Connolly from the USA captures the minds and hearts of the nation as she sweeps to the Ladies’ Single title at her first attempt at the age of 17. ‘Little M’ beat three times champion Louise Brough 7-4 6-3 on the centre court at Wimbledon London.

Rev J McCaffrey Stradone is among 22 students  ordained for the Diocese of Dublin by Archbishop John McQuaid at an ordination ceremony in All Hallows College Dublin.

Central Café under new management of the Donohoe family from Belfast is open after all dances. Four course dinners from 3/-.

All entries for the  South Ulster Tennis Championship to Hugh Rafferty Tournament Secretary Phone Cavan 114.Play starts each day at 11 until 9 PM. Admission 1/- Finals Day 1/6.

July 12^th 1952 Sudden death of Inspector John McDonagh at the age of 48 in Monaghan where he was carrying out temporary duties. After serving in the IRA and Irish Army he joined the Garda in 1934 and served in Longford Kerry Westmeath Louth and Dublin before coming to Cavan. Very well known and highly respected of good humoured and affable disposition. Survived by his wife and 1 daughter living in Mullingar. Funeral from Monaghan County Hospital escorted by uniformed Guard of Honour and 53 cars. All business in Cavan ceased as the cortege made its way to the Cathedral of Christ the King Mullingar.Office and Solemn High Mass celebrated by Rev W Kirley CC Mullingar assisted by Fathers Jimmy O Reilly Adm Cavan and Father Joe Hunt who also officiated at the graveside.

John Dowd Commission Agent (Bookmaker) opens for business at 21 A Bridge Street Phone Cavan 244.Weekly credit accounts opened on approved references !

Dr FPE Smith and Mrs PA Galligan Bridge Street win the President’s  John F O Hanlon’s Prize at County Cavan Golf Club 2^nd M Holland and Maggie Hickey 3^rd Bob Henderson and Helen McCarren.56 competitors and Mrs O Hanlon served tea to all visitors and competitors.

William P Maloney is presented with the Gold Medal for Grocery by the Minister for Industry and Commerce Sean Lemass at a function in the Shelburne Hotel. Willie is presently working in Brown Thomas’ Grafton Street Dublin and is son of George V and Eileen Maloney Farnham Street.

Big attendance at the free Ford Motor film show sponsored by Jackson’s Garage in the Magnet Cinema. Very informative and instructional for car owners and colour film of exotic places for those interested in travel.

70 De La Salle pupils members of the choir and altar servers enjoy their annual outing to Bettyystown playing on the beach consuming sweets and sandwiches. They later frequented Woolworth’s and Wentworth’s in Drogheda where they purchased souvenirs of their visit before being entertained to high tea in the White Horse Hotel Drogheda. Brothers Augustus Principal Leonidas Luke and Cassenius accompanied a very well behaved party.

Michael Conlon is transferred on promotion to Louth County Council Dundalk. Very popular member of the Community he was an outstanding member of Cavan Lawn Tennis Club and Pavillion Pantomime Committee. Numerous presentations are made to this very popular official and it is hoped that he will continue to visit Cavan on a regular basis.

August 2^nd 1952 Death of Eva Peron wife of President Peron of Argentina after a long illness. Millions of grieving Argentineans lined the streets outside the Palace in Buenos Aires where she lay in State. Known as Evita all church bells throughout Argentina will ring out in unison for 15 minutes on the day of her funeral. Businesses closed own all over Argentina as a mark of respect for 2 days while the Government order a period of 20 days mourning. 5 killed and 2,000 injured in stampede to view the body which was covered in orchids Eva’s favourite flower. President Sean T O Kelly sent a telegram of sympathy on behalf of the Irish nation to Juan Peron President of Argentina on the death of his wife.

August 9th 1952 Driest July since 1935 but sunshine only 81% of normal.

Colm McGovern from Drumkilly heads the list of Honours at Saint Patrick’s College Leaving Students. Colm achieved 5 honours while Phil Cullivan from College Street heads the list of the town students with an honours leaving certificate.

August 16^th 1952 Cavan in collective training in the Woodford Hotel Ballyconnell for the All Ireland Semi Final tilt with Cork in Croke Park. The collection taken up at all Masses in the town amounted to £52.Masses in the Cathedral from 7:30 and in the Convent from 6:45 to accommodate those travelling on the early train.

Teddy McCormack PRO Cavan Boy Scouts reports that 52 boys under Scout Master John Donohoe are under canvas on their annual 2 week holiday in Enniscrone County Sligo.

Thomas Ivan McClelland 23 Connolly Street awarded a Day Scolarship to the nearby Royal School.

Death of Mother Mary Anthony Smith Poor Clare Convent. Former Bursar and Novice Mistress she was 58 years in religion. Native of Laragh the family are very well known in religious circles. She was aunt of Phil Smith Farnadolly.Bishop Austin Quinn presided at the funeral in the Convent Chapel with burial in the adjoining cemetery.

The Misses Maguires of Gorman and Company (Opposite Credit Union) are retiring from business and are offering their entire stock for sale at greatly reduced prices. No Credit or Approbation.

Cavan beat Cork 0-10 to Cork’s 2-3 to qualify for the All Ireland Senior Football Final where they will play Meath on September 28^th before an attendance of 42,582. The Breffni contingent travelled in their thousands by train and car.

AH Smith Perpetual Cup at County Cavan Golf Club 1^st Minnie McCarren (32) 73 2^nd Maureen McDonald (35) 73 3^rd AF McDonald (17) 76.

August 23^rd Congratulations pour in from Cavan exiles abroad congratulating Cavan on qualifying for yet another All Ireland. Terry Murray London and late of Breffni Terrace and Harry Dawson New York and late of Keadue Lodge are confident of a Cavan victory in the Final on September 28^th.

Cavan Minors make it a double when qualifying for the All Ireland Final by beating Westmeath 3-6 to 1-9 at Pearse Park Longford. They will now play Galway in the All Ireland Minor Final on September 28^th.

On the domestic from front Cavan Slashers will play Bailieborough in the County Senior Semi Final at Breffni Park where admission is 1/- and the sideline is 1/- extra.

Clare Brady a native of Virginia is appointed Acting Town Clerk in succession to Michael Conlon who has gone on promotion to Dundalk

August 30th 1952 Mel O Reilly gives a birds eye view of the recent boy Scouts Camp in Enniscrone. “Rise at 8 Cooks Rise at 7:30 Prayers  PT (Physical Torture) then 52 hungry young lads rush to Cook House for breakfast Peeling of Spuds to the sound of whistling music while you work. Cleaning tidying camping site Bugle call and trip to strand for morning dip. dinner Rest football cricket and v=basketball afternoon dip in the sea Tea Prayers Cinema etc Lights out at 10:30.Highlight of the camp this year was the shopping trip to Ballina”. During the Camp Mel reports that the 52 scouts under Scoutmaster John Donohoe consumed 20 lbs of tea 139 ½ lbs of sugar 395 pan loaves 124 lbs of butter 149 quarts of milk 60 stone of potatoes 94 lbs of jam 48 lbs of tea 32 lbs of rashers and 45 lbs of sausages. Roll on 1953.On the way home the Troop stopped in Sligo to complete the shopping and all arrived home tanned and fit at 8:30 pm.

Social and presentation to Moya Brady daughter of Mrs and the late Johnny Brady Main Street and Lough Gowna  on the occasion of her marriage to Patrick Lindsay BL who practices on the Western Circuit. He is a former Professor in the Royal School.

Death of Edward Halligan Railway Cottage Swellan who worked with GNR at Cavan Station for over 40 years. Ned was a native of Longford and was deservedly popular with all his friends customers and neighbours. He is survived by a large family. The Cathedral was packed to capacity for the Funeral Mass celebrated by Father Malachy Byrne with burial later in Cullies.

Death of Philip Quinn at an early age. He leaves a widow and 2 young children. Son of Philip senior Lakeview. Funeral from the Cathedral to Annagelliffe old graveyard with Father Malachy Byrne officiating.

September 6^th 1952 Bailieborough boasting many of he Cavan All Ireland stars including Mick Higgins and Phil Brady comprehensively defeat Cavan Slashers 2-6 to 1-3 in a dull County Senior Semi Final encounter at Breffni Park. Cavan Slashers Jack Rogers Brendan Sexton Gerry Maloney Captain James Dillon Michael Newman Sean Greene Dan Maloney Michael Conaty Patrick (Paddy) Walsh Michael Walsh Sam Rutherford Frank Carroll Hugh Rafferty Michael Conlon and Tommy Hughes. ‘The Quiet Man’ starring John Wayne Maureen O Hara Barry Fitzgerald is showing all week in the Magnet Cinema having been filmed in Cong county Mayo in Technicolor.

Patricia O Reilly Bridge Street is the winner of the top prize £20 in this week’s Breffni Park Draw 2^nd £5 Ina McEntee (HP) Saint Phelim’s Place 3^rd and £2 Jack Gray Farnham 3 prizes of £1 go to Carmel Lunn College Street T Sheridan Saint Phelim’s Place and John J Duignan Lossett Post Office.

Life Saving and swimming Instructions at Swellan Lake 2^nd Class Sean Walsh Wolfe Tone Street Kevin McDermott Lake View Patrick Duffy College Street Patrick Mullery College Street. The instructor was Noel O Beara Raheny assisted by George Maloney Junior Cavan

Death of Charles Smith in New York. Native of Breffni Terrace he was an altar boy and later Sacristan in the old Cathedral Cavan. Very popular in both Ireland and America he was very prominent in the Cavan Association in New York.

Presentations to Nurse Molly Galligan on the occasion of her marriage and compulsory retirement from the staff of Saint Joseph’s Hospital Lisdarn.Chairman Philip O Reilly MC Terence Grealish. Presentation was made by Dr MA Cooney County MOH on behalf of the patients and staff. Music was by Pee Galligan and his Band.

Death of Patrick Coyle in England. He was a former member of the staff of the Anglo Celt before joining the British Army. Son of Edward Coyle Mons Terrace ex Postman. Funeral in England.

Drumalee GFC hold their annual outing to Omeath and Warrenpoint on a beautiful sunny day. Leaving at 10 they stopped off in Dundalk for lunch before sailing from Omeath to Warrenpoint.Later they toured the majestic Mourne Mountains stopping in Calvary to do the stations of the cross in breathtaking surroundings. On the way home they stopped for High Tea in Dundalk before returning after a most enjoyable day to Drumalee at midnight.

September 13^th 1952 John J McGinnell Edenticlare and Anne Reilly Kilnaleck are selected by The Lourdes Invalid Fund to travel to Lourdes with the Meath Diocesan Pilgrimage. Bishop Quinn blessed the 2 pilgrims on the evening before departure and wished them a safe and happy pilgrimage. The party will travel to Paris by plane and transfer by speedy train to Lourdes. Meanwhile in Lourdes Mary Smith 18 from Annaglough is busy working in the ‘Little Flower Irish Centre’ since last April giving vital information on times of ceremonies accommodation facilities availability and train departures to pilgrims. Daughter of Mr and Mrs John Smith she is on a 6 month tour of duty and at weekends she journeys by bus to Lourdes Lake for swimming and recreation. She hopes to spend some of the money she has earned by staying for a week’s holiday in Paris and London on her way home in the Autumn!

ESB busy replacing the old ESB poles and infrastructure around the town giving work to many labourers in the area.

Mrs Dr Flannery Bill Anderson and Valerie McCarren are the outstanding local performers at the star studded Cavan Lawn Tennis Open Week in Farnham Street. Great credit is due to Cyril Anderson Secretary and the organising committee for the exemplary manner in which this mammoth event was run off on schedule despite frequent interruptions for rain. The winners of the premier events were P Jackson Belfast Gent’s Singles and Miss J Clarke Ladies’ Singles.

Luke Smith holidaying with Mrs Anna Greene Saint Phelim’s Place catches a specimen 14 lbs pike at Derrabrick. He. He was in the company of Joe Greene and Paddy Smith both very experienced Anglers..

GAA collection at all churches in the Parish amounts to an impressive £35 as the county teams wind down their preparations for the All Ireland Finals when the Minors play Galway and the Seniors face neighbours Meath.

September 24^th 1952 Marriage of John and Sadie Kennedy Nee Small.

Death of Jane Willis widow of John Coratubber.She was mother of Joy Willis M/S Halpin Solicitors. Funeral from Cavan Parish Church to Kilmore Cemetery.

October 4th 1952 Cavan snatch a draw from the jaws of defeat against Meath in the All Ireland Senior Final at Croke Park where the Minor game was postponed because of the inclement wet weather. A crowd of 64,00 witnessed a hard fought no frills affair where the teams were locked on Cavan 1-2 Meath 0-5 at the interval. The replay will take place in Croke Park on October 12^th .Only 167 travelled by train from Cavan town. Most preferred to travel by private car or bus. The train was delayed and didn’t arrive home until 1 am due to the heavy traffic on the line

Cavan Rugby team to play Armagh away Mattie Donohoe Leo Cosgrove Bill Anderson E Wallace D Duane J McGregor P Storey M Donnelly Richard Black Teddy McCormack J Corris Gerry Kinsella George Maloney Captain Norman Cinnamond Frank Lynott.

Paddy McManus son of Mrs McManus and the late Tom McManus is the recipient of a presentation in the Ulster Arms Hotel as he leaves Cavan to work in Dublin. The presentation was made by Michael Walsh on behalf of Paddy’s many friends in the Cavan area.

Philip Murphy is enjoying a long holiday with his parents Jim and Annie Murphy Breffni Terrace. He is a member of the USA Army and has been involved in several gun battles in the ongoing Korean War .

October 11th 1952 Dermot Morgan playing off 12 beats Walter Lambert playing off 12 to win the Farnham Cup 2 up. In the O Hanlon Cup Thomas Donlon off 19 beats H Rogers in 2^nd 18 hole play off after they had been level after round 1.

October 18th 5^th All Ireland for Cavan-Higgins great part in classic win but the Minors go down to splendid Galway side in bad weather conditions at Croke Park.Tumultous welcome in the Market Square as Mick Higgins raised the Sam Maguire in salute to the thousands of loyal Cavan fans paying tribute to M/S Grogan Carolan Caffrey and Smith from Mullagh who afforded the team a lift to the celebrations when the bus they were travelling in from Dublin broke down. At the Reception in the Farnham Hotel songs were sung by Father Noel Fay Maura McEntee Nee Smyth Tony Tighe Edwin Carolan Victor Sherlock Miss Connell (sister in law of Mick Higgins) and Superintendent Murray who delighted the audience with some wicked poetry and monologues. Buses and cars travelled from the locality with many expressing the view that because of the inclement weather the Finals should be played on the last Sunday in August. A huge crowd gathered in Cavan town on Sunday night delighted with the sterling display of the Cavan team and flags and buntings remained up until after the Fair Day on Tuesday.

Death of Margaret Brady Upper Main Street widow of Pat and mother of Vera Brady she was a niece of Bishop Andrew Boylan the former Bishop of Kilmore. Father James Hunt officiated at the funeral from the Cathedral to Gowna.

Death of Mrs Mary O Neill mother in law of Mick Reilly Upper Main Street. Requiem Mass in the Cathedral with burial in Balinalee Cemetery.

October 4th 1952 Seamus Fox is elected Secretary of the new Cavan Players at a meeting in the Town Hall. All old and interested members are asked to contact Seamus with a view to resuming production.

Death of Tommy Murray Breffni Terrace after a short illness. Former Fianna Fail member of Cavan Urban Council.He was a veteran of the Boer War. Father Charles Cartwright officiated at the funeral in the presence of a capacity attendance from the Cathedral to Cullies.

Death of Mrs Frank Lee Tullyco after a lengthy illness in the Richmond Hospital Dublin. Well known and very religious person.  Father Joseph Hunt officiated at the large funeral from the cathedral to Killygarry.

Death of Jack O Gorman Behey. He was brother of the late Monsignor O Gorman L A and Charles O Gorman PP Ontario Canada. Father Joseph Hunt officiated at the large funeral from the Cathedral to Cullies.

Jack McConnell Chairman of the Taxi Owners and Hackney association calls on all interested parties to join them in their fight against the new road tax which the Government are proposing to introduce.

October 11th 1952 Dermot Morgan playing off 12 beats Walter Lambert also off 12 to win the prestigious Farnham Cup 2 up at County Cavan Golf Club while Thomas Donlon (19) beats H Rogers in 18 hole play off to win the O Hanlon Cup after the pair finished all square after 18 holes.

5^th All Ireland for Cavan-Mick Higgins the star as Cavan beat Meath in Replay played in appalling weather conditions while Cavan are beaten in the Minor Final by Galway in the curtain raiser. Mick Higgins pays tribute to M/s Grogan Carolan Caffrey and Smith from Mullagh for giving the team a lift to the main Reception in Cavan after the bus in which they were travelling broke down in Mullagh where Edwin Carolan Victor Sherlock Mrs McCarthy  Maura McEntee (Nee Smyth) and Miss O Connell lit up the Reception in the Farnham Hotel .Superintendent Joe Murray contributed with a couple of monologues and poems. Not as many people passed through the town on the way to the game as in the drawn encounter 2 weeks ago and many were of the opinion that the All Ireland Football Final should be played on the last Sunday in August to ensure more clement weather. Hundreds pour onto the streets with flags and colours as soon as the broadcast ended and celebrations continued beyond the Fair Day on Tuesday where flags and buntings remained in place.

Death of Margaret Brady Upper main Street. Predeceased by her husband Pat she is survived by her daughter Vera (Gilchrest).She was a niece of the late Dr Boylan Bishop of Kilmore.Father Joseph Hunt officiated at the funeral from the Cathedral to Gowna.

Sympathy is extended to Mick Reilly Merchant and Licensed Vintner Upper Main Street on the death of his mother in law Mary O Neill.Burial took place in Balinalee.

Death of Tommy Murray Breffni Terrace after a short illness former Fianna Fail member of Cavan UDC.Fought in the Boer War with the British Army and returned home unscathed. Father Charles Cartwright officiated at the largely attended funeral from the cathedral to Cullies Cemetery.

Death of Mrs Frank Lee Tullyco after along illness in the Richmond Hospital Dublin. Father Joseph Hunt officiated at the large funeral from the cathedral to Killygarry Cemetery.

Death of John Gorman Behey brother of the late Monsignor O Gorman Los Angeles and Charles O Gorman PP Ontario Canada. Father Joseph Hunt officiated at the funeral from the cathedral to Cullies Cemetery.

Breffni Park Development Committee Tommy Gilroy is promoted from being Treasurer to Chairman after he announced that the Committee had already raised £3,159 of which the vast sum of £1536 -16-10 was raised in the last year from the weekly draw and Bazaar. Chairman TM Gilroy Vice Chairman J Maguire Treasurer Tommy Hughes Secretary Eugene Monahan.

Amazing meeting of Cavan Boy Scouts in Scout’s Hall Bridge Street where the overheads are crippling the Troop with Rent and Light costing an astronomical £30-5-7 and the Annual Camp costing £140 .After a long discussion it was decided that the Troop would either have to seek out cheaper premises or cancel the annual camp. In attendance were Chairman Father Malachy Byrne Secretary Brother Casenus Paddy Donohoe John Donohoe Scoutmaster Garda Storey Mel O Reilly Gerry Kinsella John Walsh Joe Maguire Mattie Corcoran and Gerald Maguire.

Paddy Donegan Emmett Place with the assistance of his son also called Paddy manages to fish out a ladies bicycle worth between £10-£12 from the raging torrent of the nearby Kinnypottle. He brought the brand new bicycle to Cavan Garda Station here he was rewarded some time later with a measly 2/- by the relieved owner.

November 1st 1952 Death of Norah Brady only daughter of Mr and Mrs James Brady Wolfe Tone Street. Survived by her brothers sisters and other relatives. Father Malachy Byrne officiated at the Funeral from the Cathedral to Cullies.

Sean Woods Messenger Cavan Post Office is promoted as Clerk to Monaghan Post Office following his success in the local Civil Service Exams. He is eldest son of Paddy Woods Postman Cavan.

Door to door collection of the town to honour the Cavan heroes who won the county’s 5^th All Ireland on Sunday Chairman Father jimmy O Reilly Vice Chairman Louis Blessing Treasurer Seamus Gilheaney Secretary Tommy Smith Drumalee.

Breffni Park Draw 1^st£20 Mrs Patrick Gaffney Latt 2^nd £5 Noreen Dowd Casement Street 3^rd Joe Maguire Bridge Street £1 each to  Elizabeth Donohoe Bridge Street John O Smith College Street and Mrs Cassidy Arva.

November 8th 1952 Discussions continue on the sale of the site for the new Post Office at the Market Square. Many of the members expressing the view that the Department’s offer of £4,500 is totally inadequate for a site purchased by the Council for £5,000 in 1923.It was decided to appoint a committee to examine the proposal and review the amount of compensation which the Council may have to pay to sitting tenants. Mary Brady Chairman M/S Fegan Sean Magee Pat McDonnell Tommy Cullivan were all in attendance.

Breffni Park Development Draw 1^{st £20} Ned Cooke Main Street 2^nd AF McDonald Church Street 3^rd £2 Helen McCarren Farnham Road.£1 each Jim Higgins Church Street J Foynes Butlersbridge and Mattie Corcoran Town Hall Street.

November 15th 1952 Tragic death of John Francis Allen Mitchell Street following a kick around behind the goals in Breffni Park where some of the older lads would appear to have engaged in throwing the deceased on the nets resulting in his head hitting a hard object at the back of the goals. Doctor Jack Sullivan gave evidence that the deceased was attending him for a defective valve in his heart and he was under constant medical care. Joseph Allen father Mitchell Street Mattie Reilly 13 Mitchell Street Thomas Murray Mitchell Street all gave evidence. Evelyn O Hare gave evidence of finding the deceased on his own unconscious on the laneway leading from the Park. Evelyn called on Hugh O Reilly who assisted and brought him by car to the Surgical Hospital where he died a short time later. The Jury of Jim Leonard Tom McKenna Peter Mullen Pee Connolly D Brady T Brady Edie O Gorman returned a verdict in accordance with the evidence.

D Dwane son of DT Dwane former Postmaster Cavan is injured in battle while fighting for the United Nations in the Korean War. He describes how the Chinese go into battle roaring screaming and blowing loud bugles creating mayhem.

Frank Conlon sells his high class licensed premises ‘The Ritz Bar’ to Phil Gargan from Virginia for a sum in excess of £2,000.ConP Smith was the Auctioneer and Tom Fitzpatrick had carriage of sale.

While FW Swan sells his well known old established boot shop opposite the Farnham Hotel to Jack Allen for an undisclosed amount.

November 22nd 1952 Cavan Rugby team to play Carrickfergus in 1^st Round of Town’s Cup in Armagh M Donnelly Dessie Tweedy Edie Walllace P Downey Tom Cinnamond Bill Anderson Peter Storey P Scott Paddy Cooney Richard Black J Corrie George Maloney Captain Frank Lynott R White K Lynch. Subs to travel Gerry Kinsella Teddy McCormack Norman Cinnamond Des Dunne Leo Cosgrove M Donohoe P McGrath C Fay.

Sympathy is extended to Mr and Mrs J Miney Rossa Place on the death  of their son in law John Carney Merchant Mill House Bunclody County Wexford. He leaves a wife and young family.

November 29^th 1952 Father PJ Ruddy son of Phil and Mrs Ruddy Bridge Street is appointed Pastor in Saint Joseph’s Florida.

Death of Anna Carney College Street relict of Peter Carney. Funeral from the Cathedral to Killygarry Cemetery.

Death of Ellen (Nellie) Lynch Lake View. Originally from the Cock Hill. Father Joseph Hunt presided at the funeral from the Cathedral .

Death of Edward (Eddy) Smith Behey. Son of Peter Smith well known Licensed Vintner 59 Upper Main Street. Funeral from the Cathedral to Cullies Cemetery.

Cavan Boy Scouts hold their annual celebrity concert starring Mike Nolan well known Dublin comedian Albert Healy on the Accordion Monica Browne on the Saxaphone and Irish dancer Billy Jordan Guitarist and Yodeller and the McLaughlin Sisters on the harmonica.

JW Twoomey Pianist and founder member of the famous Savanah Band and employee of CIE for 15 years at Cavan Goods Station is made a presentation on the occasion of his promotion to a similar post in Glanmire Road Station Cork.

Archbishop Dalton of Armagh is appointed a Cardinal by Pope Pius XII. Will be consecrated along with 23 others at a Consistory in Rome on January 12^th 1953.This brings the numbers of the Sacred College to its maximum of 70 for the first time in 200 years. Cardinal Dalton becomes the 6^th Irish Cardinal after Cardinal Paul Cullen Dublin 1866 Edward McCabe Dublin 1882 Cardinal Michael Logue Armagh 1893 Cardinal Patrick O Donnell Armagh 1925 Cardinal Joseph McRory Armagh 1929. Cardinal Dalton is the first ever Connaught born Cardinal- born in Claremorris 69 years ago. Ordained in 1908.Noted Classical scholar he was Professor of Ancient Classics in Saint Patrick’s College Maynooth.President of Maynooth College from 1938 later appointed Bishop of Meath. Appointed Archbishop of Armagh in 1946 succeeding his great friend Cardinal McRory-he became the first Connaught man in 188 years to rule the Sea of Armagh. Recently honoured by Queens University with an Honary Doctorate becoming the first member ever of the Irish Hierarchy to receive the award from Queens University. He presided at the consecration of Cavan Cathedral on the 14^th September 1947.

Unexpected death of the legendary John Joe O Reilly on Friday night the 21^st November 1952 at the Curragh General Hospital after a short illness at the age of 34. The nation were shocked to hear the news of the death of John Joe on the 8 am Radio Eireann news as recent reports from the Hospital had indicated that he had rallied and would make a full recovery. Educated at the Derries National School Saint Patrick’s College and The Cadet Military Academy which he entered in 1937.John Joe was a member of the Cavan Senior team from 1937-1952 starring in 6 All Ireland Finals and playing a pivotal role behind the scenes in the winning of this year’s All Ireland by Cavan. He played his last game for Cavan at the opening of Breffni Park on June 8^th 1952 and unveiled a Memorial to his great half back colleague PJ Duke in Laragh Cemetery before leading out Cavan for the last time. He was commissioned in 1939 appointed Captain in 1942 and Commandant in 1945 attached to 3^rd Battalion 25^th Battalion Curragh Military College and Training Depot. His father John (The Horse) played for Cavan from 1908 while his brothers Tom (Big Tom) and Father Brian also won All Ireland medals with Cavan.He was perhaps Cavan’s greatest ever personality showing outstanding example and leadership. Tributes pour in from all over Ireland England and the USA with many people from the North and Donegal journeying to Killeshandra to pay their last respects. He was a figure of hope and courage in the face of oppression and persecution for the Nationalist population in the North where his photograph adorned many of their homes. His friend and colleague on the Ulster team Kevin Armstrong from Antrim says “ John Joe was perhaps the greatest all round player of his generation. His like will never be seen again” The Belfast News acclaims “John Joe as a naturally clever footballer tactician without a peer.His consistent genius as a Captain and team colleague would never be surpassed. He was the doyen of Gaelic football clean generous chivalrous and one who accepted defeat in the characteristic manner that befitted the supreme sportsman that he was “.The Anglo Celt proclaims John Joe as a “legend before he was 30 who could pluck victory from the jaws of defeat an outstanding example of leadership and sportsmanship.Removal took place to Saint Brigid’s Garrison Church The Curragh on Saturday evening with John Joe’s Army cap and sword on the coffin draped in the Tricolour the gun carriage and the Guard of honour of NCO s marching with reverse rifles each side of the gun carriage with the Army Number 3 Band under Lt D Mellerick playing solemn music including the Dead March. The remains were received by  Father PJ Boylan O F Reverend J McGurk. Also in attendance was Major General Liam Egan Chief of Staff Colonel J Lillis Assistant Chief of Staff Cmdt James Daly Parade Marshal. All hotels and catering establishments in the area booked out as huge crowds gathered on the route through Naas Dublin Navan Kells where the cortege stopped outside the Church Virginia and Cavan where thousands gathered at Breffni Park and the cortege over 2 mile long stopped with 1 minutes silence being observed by the huge crowd. Then the coffin draped in the Tricolour with the dead officers cap sword and gloves on top borne on a gun carriage for over 150 miles began to make its final journey to Killeshandra where people from all over Ireland but particularly Ulster gathered to pay their last respects to a man who was known and respected in every household in the country. The Army Number 3 Band and Officers with reverse rifles escorted the Gun Carriage through the crowded streets where many of the natives sobbed and cried in grief. Arriving at Saint Brigid’s Church the coffin was borne into the Church by a party of NCOs and received by Rev P Boylan Senior Chaplain the Curragh Very Rev P Canon Smith PP VF Killeshandra Very Rev P Comiskey PP Kilmore and Rev J J Donohoe CC Killeshandra.After a short Service the remains were bone from the Church to the grave by members of the Cavan All Ireland winning team where Father Boylan recited the prayers at the graveside. The firing party under Lieut J Clarke Army Training Depot the Curragh fired 3 volleys and the Last Post and Reveille were then sounded. Nine wreaths were laid on the grave The chief mourners were widow Olive O Reilly sons Breffni and Brian daughters Sarah and Alval parents John and Sarah O Reilly Derries Upper brothers Rev Brian Jersey City USA Michael Thomas (Big Tom) Vincent Frank Seamus sisters Mrs M Fox Mrs E O Dowd Mrs M McLoughlin Mrs K Matthews Mrs J Brady and Miss Anna O Reilly Mr and Mrs J Quane Virginia parents in law. Brothers in law John C OP Dowd Killeshandra Robert McLoughlin Ardee John Fox New York Seamus Brady London Peter Matthews London Uncles listed are Michael O Reilly Drumcoghill Peter O Reilly Marahill Frank O Reilly Church Street Cavan Packie Joe O Reilly Farnaser Aunts Mrs Phair Mrs Plunkett and Mrs J Cullen. Among the dignitaries in attendance was Paddy Smith Minister for Local Government and Jack Lynch Parliamentary Secretary to the Government. Sean O Siochain representing the Central Council of the GAA said  that “ John Joe O Reilly stood for all that was finest on and off the GAA field” while Captain Con Sullivan fellow Irish Army officer said that “John Joe O Reilly was a great soldier respected by the men and loved by all “Throughout the land at all GAA games the Tricolour flew at half mast and 2 minutes silence was observed.

 John Joe O Reilly was born in 1918 son oh John and Sarah Anne O Reilly Derries Upper in the Parish of Kilmore.His father was an outstanding goalkeeper for Cavan winning 4 Ulster Senior Championship medals. Educated at the local National School and Saint Patrick’s College where he won 3 McRory Cup medals in 1935 1936 and 1937.Won his 1^st Ulster Senior medal in 1937 when he later played on the Cavan team who were harshly beaten in the All Ireland Final by Kerry. Starred in the All Ireland Final of 1943 against Roscommon which Cavan again lost in a Replay. He ws again on the beaten side when Cavan ‘gifted’ the All Ireland title to Cork in 1945.John Joe was a great sportsman where victory and defeat were treated in the same manner but hard lessons were learned which were later to stand John Joe and Cavan in good stead. On the 17^th March 1942 Ulster captained by John Joe won the Railway Cup for the first time beating a Munster team of 14 Kerrymen and Cork’s Eamonn Young by 1-10 to 1-5.Captain again in 1943 when Ulster retained the Railway Cup beating Leinster 3-7 to 2-9.In 1946 John Joe succeeded Big Tom as Captain of the Cavan team winning the All Ireland at the Polo Grounds New York in 1947 retaining the title against Mayo in 1948 and annexing Cavan’s first and only National League title in 1948.He was Captain again when Cavan were surprisingly beaten by Meath in the 1949 Final but was first to congratulate the Royal county men on winning their first title. Played a pivotal role behind the scenes with Hughie Reilly in winning Cavan’s 5^th All Ireland title again after a replay against Meath in October 1952.In all John Joe won 2 All Ireland Senior medals 1947 and 1948 11 Ulster Senior medals 1937 1939 1940 1941 1942 1943 1944 1945 1947 1948 1949 4 Railway Cup medals 1942 1943 1947 and 1950 3 McRory Cup medals with Saint Patrick’s College 1935 1936 and 1937.John Joe O Reilly received the ultimate accolade of greatness when he was named on the GAA team of the Century at Centre Half Back with a postage stamp issued in his honour. May Cavan and Ulster’s greatest son Rest in Peace.

November 29th 1952  Carrickfergus beat Cavan 23-3 in the Ulster Junior Cup in Carrickfergus. Cavan with a much changed team put up a much better show against the same opposition in the Ulster Provincial Cup in Armagh only going down by 3-0 the following Saturday when Cavan missed 3 easy penalties and Carrickfergus scored their try after 25 minutes of the 1^st half. Bill Anderson Ed Cinnamond and scrum half Scott were outstanding and always threatened danger to the Carrickfergus line.Dessie Tweedy Cooney and George Maloney were the pick of the forwards.

December 6th 1952 Breffni Park Draw 1^st M Donohoe Butlersbridge 2^nd £5 Vera Gilchrest Main Street 3^rd £2 Joe Duffy Saint Phelim’s Place.£1 each Mrs Tierney Technical School John Mulligan Church Street and Patrick Reilly Cullies.

Death of Elizabeth McGurk from Kelly’s Terrace at an advanced age. She was daughter of Mr and Mrs Tom McGurk.Survived by her brother sisters relatives and friends. The family have been engaged in the building trade as masons and block layers for over 100 years and are related to the Smyth family of the Courthouse. She was a cousin of Mick McGurk who starred in Cavan’s 1^st All Ireland against Commercials Dublin in 1891. Funeral from the cathedral to Cullies cemetery.

Dr Joseph P McMullin is elected a fellow of the College of Surgeons after excelling in his final exams at the College. He is son of Joseph  former County Surgeon Cavan and now Stillorgan.

Bridge AGM 1952  Chairman Surgeon Bertie Cullen Secretary Rev Sean O Reilly Saint Patrick’s College Treasurer Dermot Morgan. Committee Professor Billy Browne and Doctor J A Craig. There are now 42 members attached to the Club.

Death of James McMahon Breffni Terrace at an advanced age. A veteran of World War 1 where he sustained a leg wound which qualified him for pension. Sympathy is extended to the McMahon family by Cavan Labour Band. Funeral of very large dimensions from the Cathedral to Cullies cemetery.

Lily Hicks Emmett Place wins 1^st place in the Islington Gaelic League Feis in the Jig Reel and Hornpipe section. She is a pupil of Bella Power’s Coleman Road and daughter of Mr and Mrs Patrick Hicks River Street. Lily has won several competitions at Feis in Belturbet Ballyjamesduff and Wattlebridge.

December 13th 1952 Butlersbridge will play Cootehill in next Sunday’s Junior Football Championship Final in Breffni Park. Team Peter Keaveney Oliver Ready Sean O Hare John P Burns Patsy Browne Aidan Smith Pat Fitzpatrick Gerry Fitzpatrick Mick Foynes Tommy Browne Captain Sean Browne Con Smith Brian Browne Brendan Dunne and Ken Browne.

Untimely death of well known golfer and badminton player Walter Lambert Saint Phelim’s Place. A native of Wexford Walter came to Cavan with the Irish Army and was an outstanding member of the Pavilion and County Cavan Golf Club. Survived by his wife Mary (Nee Carroll) son Des daughter Gay brother and relatives. Father James J O Reilly presided at the funeral from the Cathedral to Killygarry.

Death of Madge Cusack Nee Conaty very well known Camogie player she won 10 County Championship medals with Killygarry and 2 Ulster Senior medals with Cavan in 1941 and 1942. Father James J O Reilly Adm officiated at the funeral from the Cathedral rto Killygarry.

Sympathy is extended to Garda William Bergin on the death of his wife who was an extremely popular and very religious resident. Father Jimmy O Reilly Adm officiated at the funeral from the Cathedral to Dundrum County Tipperary.

Death of George Clarke Farnham Street at the age of 75.Deputy Acting County Registrar and Principal in Cavan Crown Peace Office. He was a brother of Henry Clark clerk to Cavan Petty Sessions and David Clark Deputy County Registrar Leitrim. Venerable Archdeacon Shire officiated at the funeral to the New cemetery.

Death of Miss McNamara daughter of J McNamara formerly of Cavan Station. All the family were in the tailoring trade for over 100 years.Funeral from the Cathedral to Cullies.

Death of Robert McCabe Behey.Outstanding farmer he was very familiar with all the latest developments and was a great source of help and assistance to his neighbours. Uncle of Father Bob McCabe Saint Patrick’s College. Father Jimmy O Reilly officiated at the funeral from the Cathedral to Cullies cemetery.

December 20th 1952  County Cavan Golf Club AGM President John F O Hanlon Captain Jim Leonard Secretary Dermot Morgan Assistant Secretary JP O Connell Treasurer H Clark Committee Louis Blessing T Brady Dr BT Cullen Tom Fitzpatrick Bob Henderson Sonny Magee ET O Hanlon Jim Rafter an Dr FPE Smith. Winners during 1952 President’s Dr Smith and Mrs Galligan Captain’s Prize John Marron Members Cup K Henry Dr Cullen Cup Dr Sean O Reilly Farnham Cup Dermot Morgan O Hanlon Cup Thomas Donlon Ladies Section 1952 President’s Prize Mrs E McDonagh Captain’s Kathleen Morgan Senior Cup Joan O Hanlon Junior Cup Miss Carmel McDonald Committee Prize and Granard Cup Joan O Hanlon.

December 27th 1952 Death of Margaret Fitzpatrick 8 Saint Bridget’s Terrace wife of Thomas Fitzpatrick. Survived by her husband brother sister. Funeral from the Cathedral to Cullies cemetery.

January 3^rd 1953 Great welcome home for an Taoiseach Eamonn De Velera at Dublin Airport after 4 months in Utrecht Clinic for eye surgery. Walked down the steps from plane unaided to be greeted by the President Sean T O Kelly and Sean Lemass Minister for Industry and Commerce and members of his family. Accompanied by his son Dr Eamonn De Velera he was greeted by his family led by Vivion De Velera.Linked to VIP Lounge by Sean Lemass Mr De Velera was greeted by thousands of people delighted to see him home for Christmas after surgery to reattach a retina in his eye. Greeted by The Primate of All Ireland Bishop John Charles McQuaid and the Papal Nuncio Dr O Hara.Special welcome for his grandchildren before being whisked home for Christmas.

January 3^rd 1953 The latest Census shows that the population of Ireland has declined by over 3 ½ million since 1841 .Worrying drop in the number of females to 1,453,996 drop of 6,234 as compared to 1,506,597 males an increase of 11,720 since the last Census in 1946..Big increase in population in Dublin and Leinster while Connaught and Ulster continues to fall. The population of Cavan was down 5.9 from 1946 to 66,377.

Death of Edward (Ned) Clancy Clonogonnell Cavan. Survived by his sons daughters brother relatives and friends.

Death of Elizabeth Leinster Farnham Cavan relict of George. Funeral from Kilmore Cathedral to Kilmore cemetery.

Death of Lt General Colonel John P Murphy Officer Commanding the 12^th Infantry Sarsfield Barrack Limerick at the age of 54. Native of Killeshandra he was an outstanding footballer with both Cavan and Cornafean.Only recently attended the funeral of his first cousin John Joe O Reilly in Killeshandra.Played with Cavan for 17 years he then took a leading part in preparing Cavan teams for big games. Later played with Kildare and Dublin. Funeral from Garrison Church Sarsfield Barracks to Graignemanagh County Kilkenny.Rev J Phair OMI brother was the Chief Celebrant. Survived by his wife Mary mother Mrs MA Phair brothers Rev James Phair OMI Joseph Phair Packy Phair B Phair Miss M Phair Mrs A Bradley Mrs B McCormick.

RS Black and Joe McGovern take turns at playing the main role of Santa at Cavan Christmas Tree where over 400 children received gifts from the great man himself. The Committee return thanks to the Scoutmaster John Donohoe for the scouts who stewarded Brother Augustine De La Salle for Carol singing by the school choir Paddy Elliott who erected the tree and Mick Smyth who lit the tree with coloured lamps. Christmas passed off peacefully with the shops doing a brisk trade on Christmas Eve. Weather very cold with 6 inches of snow falling on the 3^rd day. Wren Boys and Girls very numerous but no Mummers on Saint Stephen’s’ Day`.

Una Baxter daughter of Senator PF Baxter and Mrs Baxter Saint Aidans Cavan weds Dr BJ O Reilly Blackrock at University Church Stephen’s Green Dublin Rev W Deasy assisted by Fathers Patrick Gaffney Saint Patrick’s College and Father Joe Dolan cousin of the Bride.

Death of Agnes Casey 12 Dean Swift Green Ballymun.Her father was Patrick McManus former Chairman of Cavan County Council who carried on an extensive business in Lower Main Street. Survived by her son Diarmuid daughters Deidre and Marine. She was sister of Rev Vincent McManus CSSR Mrs MJ Mullane Dublin Mrs M Cosgrove late of Granard and the late Drs Austin Francis and Tom McManus in London M/S Hal and Louis McManus Mrs Matt Cullen Stradone.Funeral to Glasnevin cemetery.

January 10th 1953 Death of Annie Mullery wife of Patrick Mullery College Street after a long illness borne with courage and fortitude. She as a member of the McConville family and is survived by her husband Patrick and sons Patrick and Joseph College Street. Capacity attendance at the Requiem Mass and funeral from the Cathedral to Cullies cemetery.

1952 was the driest year since 1941 with 33.90 inches fell as against 32.60 in 1941.In December 4.07 inches fell with the 18^th being the wettest day when .61 inches fell. There was rainfall on 195 days in 1952.

Maura McEntee Nee PA Smyth stars in the title role of Robinson Crusoe belting out all the favourites with her immaculate contralto voice in the Pavilion’s 5h Annual Christmas Pantomime plating to capacity attendances in the Town Hall. Do Do O Hagan was Polly Nayer Eileen McCarren played Jack Vera Brady (Sherlock) played Betty Sonny Magee and Frank Lynott outstanding as Bob and Billy Crusoe Michael Walsh was Captain Cockles Jack Binchey played the Pirate King Frank Brady was Baron Colger Swabber the Mate was Kieran Breen Coral Queen was Joan O Hanlon who performed a beautiful ballet sequence Neptune was Noel Mullen Man Friday the faithful servant was played by Pat McGrath. Taps Maura McGilly M Connolly T Duffy R McCabe B McCabe Valerie McCarren.Ladies Chorus Ms Eileen Gear Maura Mannion Helen McCarren Sile O Reilly Mary O Reilly Ethna McDonnell Kitty McDonnell Carmel McDonald Kitty Donohoe Kathleen Donohoe K Smith Eileen Connolly and Ann Sherlock.Mens Chorus Brendan Jenkins JJ McGuiness M Donnelly M O Reilly John Joe O Reilly E O Reilly P O Reilly Musical Director was Maisie Magee Orchestra GV Maloney Junior Louis Mallon Jack Reilly D McGauran J P Smith Stan Mullery Stage Dinny Whelan Jim Scanlon R Kerrigan Sets Painted by Jim Scanlon were a masterpiece of art and craft. Lighting by Strand Electric operated by Matty Hand Wardrobe Maureen Hand  Annie Brady Jack Poyntz Amplification by Smyth’s 60 Main Street.

January 17^th 1953 Festive Season at Lisdarn sees Mrs Halpin Ford Lodge arrive as usual with a present for each patient some days before the Festival. While on Christmas Day Frank Conlon makes his annual visit with gifts for all and spreads a lot of cheer and happiness with his craic and banter. The Golf Club also sent a Hamper while Sergeant Joe Murray gave his usual film show on Saint Stephen’s Day to the delight of the patients.

Cavan Rugby Club play hosts to Wanderers 3^rd team with a 3-3 result being a fair reflection of a close contest. Bill Anderson had the Cavan try after 15 minutes with Lynch adding the points from the conversion. Cavan were totally on top in the first half and should have stretched their advantage but Wanderers finished the stronger team drawing level with 10 minutes of the game remaining when the Wanderers out half sold a few great dummies to touch down under the posts. Tweedy and Anderson were always dangerous for Cavan and Lynch and Scott were the pick of the forward division.

January 24^th 1953 Tenants appointed for the new houses in Tullac Mongan Edward Kinsella College View Jim Sexton Saint Aidans Terrace James Murphy Breffni Terrace Tommy Lynch Lakeview Francis Murray Saint Aidans John Cassidy River Street J Taaffe River Street Tommy Meehan Wolfe Tone Street J Keyes Mitchell Street Mary O Hagan Mitchell Street Jimmy Carmichael Mitchell Street John Carmichael Mitchell Street Joseph Allen Mitchell Street Mary Keyes Mitchell Street P Reilly Mitchell Street J Murray Mitchell Street John McCafrey Mitchell Street Patrick Eaton River Street J Murray Mill Rock P Reilly Tullymongan M McEntee Fairgreen K Buckley Wolfe Tone Street John Keoghan Jubilee Terrace Seamus Fay Owen Roe Tommy Smith Saint Brigid’s Terrace J Kelly Saint Brigids Terrace Michael Donohoe Saint Brigids PJ Lee Saint Brigids Terrace Dominick Johnstone Saint Brigids Terrace M Gumley Saint Brigids Terrace Joe Farrelly Saint Brigids Terrace T Donegan Saint Brigids Terrace P Murphy Lakeview Hughie Smith Railway Road M Woods College Street Mrs M Quinn Mitchell Street and M Farrelly Oldtown.

John Joe O Reilly Memorial Fund set up by Cavan County Board to aid the widow and children of the late Cmdt John Joe O Reilly.

Hubert Duffy son of Mrs Duffy and Paddy Post Office is awarded a Department of Education Scholarship to UCD as a result of achieving 7 honours in the Leaving Certificate.

Death of Dr Michael A Tony Coleman in Manchester. Native of Ballintemple County Cork. He was House Surgeon in Lisdarn and The Surgical before emigrating to Manchester.

January 31^st 1953 Among the distinguished guests at the 1^st Dublin Saint Patrick College Past Pupils Union Dinner Dance at the Portmarnock Hotel are The Lord Mayor of Dublin, Patrick McNiffe President Saint Patrick’s College. The Cabaret was supplied by the Theatre Royal stars Cecil Sheridan Mickser Reid Peggy Dell Noel Purcell and Jack Cruise. The Chairman of the Union is PP Galligan Secretary J Burns O Reilly Treasurers J McDonald and Malachy Lynch.

Gorman’s Number 23 Main Street is withdrawn from auction after the Auctioneer Con P Smith received only 1 bid of £1,000 for the premises which are opposite the County Cavan Stores. Number 22 was not offered in the sale.

Tommy Lynch is the hero of the hour as he stops a runaway horse on the main Cootehill Road at Drumalee GFC grounds. The owner James McCabe of Lisryan had a narrow escape when the wheels of the cart collapsed.

Bridge Winners at Cavan Bridge Club are Dr Bertie Cullen and Tommy McDonald.

February 7th 1953 Cavan Urban Council decide to buy the official coat of arms of the town from the Chief Herald Genealogical Office Dublin at a cost of £13.

Funeral of Mother Abbess the Vicaress of the Poor Clare Convent.  Bishop Austin Quinn presided and the chief celebrant of the funeral Mass Rev A Mulvey CC Saint Eugene’s Derry cousin of the deceased while Father Jimmy O Reilly Adm was MC.

Outcry over the demotion of Johnny Cusack to the Ulster subs’ bench for the Railway Cup Semi Final against Munster in Croke Park. Cavan the All Ireland Champions have 7 players on the Selection Seamus Morris Phil Brady James McCabe Liam Maguire Victor Sherlock Mick Higgins and Tony Tighe. Johnny Cusack was the star in Cavan’s 2-8 to 0-9 win over the Rest of Ulster trial in Breffni Park where there was an attendance of 3,500 with the gate £371 going to the John Joe O Reilly Memorial Fund.

Death of Elizabeth Slack 27 Main Street .Relict of T Slack a  native of Finea and ex Sergeant in the RIC.Father Joseph Hunt officiated at the funeral from the Cathedral to Castletown Finea cemetery.

Sudden death of John Mulligan Shoemaker Church Street (opposite the Surgical).Native of Belfast John was a very skilled craftsman and enjoyed an excellent trade. He was a very active member of the Saint Vincent De Paul. Father James J O Reilly officiated at the funeral from the Cathedral to Cullies cemetery.

Sudden death of the well known highly respected Tom Donohoe Merchant Upper Main Street on Monday morning. He attended Mass with his wife Bee on Sunday and was in his usual good form. Very successful business man he enjoyed wide popularity in his Bar/Grocery trade and was deservedly popular with all in the Community. He was brother in law of Canon Tom McCormick PP Wales and May Monahan Main Street. Survived by his wife Bee. Father Jimmy O Reilly Adm officiated at the funeral from the Cathedral to Killygarry.

Saint Vincent De Paul Church Gate Collection this Sunday. They have spent £504-16-10 in the last 12 months tending to the poor needy and destitute with food and clothing in the Cavan area. Their income was only £315 and £150 from a benefactor’s will and all donations are gratefully received.

Bridge John M Breen and Kieran Breen.

Tullyar the Agha Khan’s Epsom Derby winner is purchased by the National Stud for the record sum of £250,000 and will stand at the Tully Stud in county Kildare.

February 14th 1953 Breffni Park Draw 1^st £20 Mrs Tumulty Pullabawn 2^nd £5 Joe O Rourke Saint Phelim’s Place 3^rd K Carroll Creighan Terrace £1 each John Saddler GNR Cavan P Green Swellan and Peter Rooney Fairtown.Draw 11^th February 1^st James Murray Breffni Terrace 2^nd £5 Jack Gray Farnham 3^rd £2 Norman Breslin 23 Coleman Road £1 each to Mrs Rose Brady Tullyco Molly Reilly Cullies and John Kemp Ballyhaise.

Irish Red Cross Society 1953 Chairman Father Jimmy O Reilly Vice Chairman William Browne Treasurer M O Rourke Secretary G Hamilton Committee Ms Eileen Maloney Frances Flood Kathleen Lunn Bridie Galligan Molly Finnegan and Mary McCabe M/S Kevin Johnston J Gauthier M McNamara J Scott and E Conaty.

February 21^st 1958 CYMS AGM in Temperance Hall Reverend Chairman Father Jimmy O Reilly Chairman Gerry Lovett Vice Chairman John Weston Secretary Aidan Madden Treasurer Mick Fox Committee Mattie Corcoran Patsy McConnell Hughie Smith and Eugene Monahan. The meticulously prepared statement of accounts by the Treasurer Mick Fox showed that the CYMS were in credit to the tune of £46.The Reverend Chairman deplored the lack of support from the young men of the Parish and appealed to the membership to go out and recruit as many new members as possible.

Death of Philip Young Main Street ex RIC Sergeant and a native of Billis Cavan.He served in Tipperary and Derry and was a  most popular resident and official. Father Byrne officiated at the Funeral from the Cathedral to Cullies.

Sudden and untimely death of William Kelly after only six weeks in Leeds England. Formerly a mechanic with Smith’s Garage. He is survived by his parents brothers and sisters.

Cavan have 8 players on the Railway Cup team to play Munster in the Railway Cup replay at Croke Park. Pat Carolan is included in the subs while Johnny Cusack makes his long awaited debut after showing scintillating form this year.

February 28^th 1953 20,200 see Munster beat Ulster 1-12 to 2-7 in a classic Railway Cup Semi Final at Croke Park. Ulster led by 1-3 to 0-5 at half time.

Rents at the new houses in Tullac Mongan range from as high as £1-0-2 to 4/9 per week. They contain 3 spacious bedrooms Kitchenette bathroom large sitting room and an extensive back garden at the rear. 26 out of the 34 houses are now occupied.

Ita Walsh formerly Church Street marries William Smith Sorrento Terrace Dalkey County Dublin. She is daughter of the late TK Walsh Anglo Celt and Mrs Walsh.

Rose Aghasiere daughter of a Nigerian Chief is the first African girl to enter an Irish novitiate at Killeshandra House  home of the Sisters of The Most Holy Rosary. The Sisters have been working in Africa for over 23 years and started their missionary work in Southern Nigeria.

Breffni Park Draw 1^st Reverend PJ Gargan Saint Patrick’s College 2^nd £5 Mrs O Callaghan Butlersbridge £1 each to Raymond Brady Main Street and Willie Scott Moynehall.

Brilliant Tostal Show by the Girls Club in a packed to capacity Town Hall. Cast Collette Brady Carmel Carroll Betty Carroll Rita Fay Pauline Cosgrove Pauline Clerkin Joan McCarville Margaret McCarville Sue Higgins Kathleen Higgins Eileen Smith Nancy O Neill Joan O Neill Chrissie McNamara Teresa Gray May Sheridan Ann Maguire Peggy Moore Kathleen O Donnell Eileen Farrell Marie Simpson Ina Moore AnnaWoods Mary Plunkett Bridie McDermott Mary Fitzpatrick Poppy Kinsella Vera O Rourke Erin Kirby Pam Clarke Eileen Woods. Bishop Austin Quinn was in attendance both Thursday and Sunday night when the star of the show was Pauline Clerkin in ‘The Trimmins of the Rosary’ which brought a tear to many in the audience. Costumes were by Ging and Company Dublin Lighting Strand Electric Producer Sarah Cullen Orchestra Maura McGilly George Maloney Stan Mullery and Frank Fox. Sketches included ‘Ireland at Home’ welcoming back recently created Cardinal Dalton to Ireland and Armagh.

March 7^th 1953 Olive O Reilly and family widow of the late Cmdt John Joe O Reilly Cavan All Ireland footballer buys James Boles premises in Town Hall Street and will open for trading on Friday March 9^th 1953 stocking cigarettes fruit sweet ice cream stationary and fancy goods.

Death of Mrs M Keaney wife of John Keaney Postman Crubany.Father Malachy Byrne officiated at the large funeral from the Cathedral to Killygarry.

Paddy Lee Cavan Harps and Butcher in Hickey’s scores on the double when moving into his new house in 6 Tullac Mongan when his wife Nancy gives birth to a bouncing baby boy on their first night resident in the house.

Death of Brigid Keaveney wife of H Keaveney ex NT and late of Garrylough Ballinamore. Funeral from the Cathedral to Ballinamore cemetery.

Cavan Rugby team beat Portadown 11-6 in a titanic battle at the Royal School Grounds. Tries from Cinnamond White and McGregor with one converted by Meade. Cavan now entertain Dungannon on Saturday next.

March 14th 1953 Death of Russian Dictator and Tyrant Joseph Stalin. Within 24 hours he is replaced as Russian President by 51 year old George Milenkov Secretary of the Central Committee of the Communist Party and Soviet Vice Premier. Millions of Russians queue to see Stalin’s body lying in State in the House of Union Museum in Moscow. Pope Pius X11 prays in private quarters for “the great persecutor mercifully dead”!

Tom McConville presides at meeting of the Angling Club who are holding 2 competitions during an Tostal a trout fishing competition and a pike fishing competition on the River Annalee.Weigh in for the trout competition is in Johnny Donohoe’s from 8 pm on Saint Patrick’s Day-fish must be 9 inches or more.

Tony Brady son of Mrs Brady Drapers Main Street and the late Johnny Brady qualifies as a Dentist (LDS) at the College of Surgeons Dublin.

Death of Mrs Farrelly Mons Terrace wife of Patrick Farrelly. Father Charles Cartwright officiated at the funeral from the Cathedral to Cullies.

Bridge Club N/S Mr Mansfield and Mr Moynihan E/W Mr McDonald and Mrs Arnold.

An Tostal Committee Cavan Chairman Mary E Brady Cavan UDC M/S PE Flynn G Halton Brendan Jenkins Sean Magee UDC Joe McGovern UDC MJ Galligan and Eddie J Brady Town Clerk and An Tostal Secretary. An Tostal will take place throughout the nation from the 16^th-22^nd of April 1953.

Dr J A Craig Medical Officer Cavan County Council since 1946 is appointed to a similar position in Drogheda. Dr MA Cooney has been appointed Acting County MOH.

March 21^st 1953 Kathleen Smyth launches Hoover Clean Up Week at Smyth’s Electrical 60 Main Street offering demonstrations of the new range of Hoover cleaners from £14-14-0 (14 guineas) to £22-50.

Death of the legendary James Gough 4 Church Street. Famous for his hospitality and attention to detail. He was originally a farmer in West Cavan buying the public house in Church Street of former County Council Chairman Dan Reilly in 1933 when he opened for business in ‘Our House’. Married to Margaret (Nee Brady) Tullyco House Cavan he is survived by his son Hugh and daughter Ita. Capacity crowd a t the funeral from the Cathedral to Killygarry cemetery where Father Malachy Byrne officiated.

Gala Boxing Tournament in packed animated Town Hall. Jim Brady Ballymote beat Seamus McCormack Cavan Eddie Johnston FCA beat P Fennell Carrickmacross George Leddy Castleblayney beat Leo Ronan FCA Pee Connolly FCA beat P Reilly Cornafean George Maloney FCA beat P McGeough Castleblayney M Duffy Castleblayney beat Hughie Murray Irish Army Paddy McGloughlin FCA beat Brendan Agnew CBSI J Kirby Cavan beat P McCarron Clones. Sean Spider Donohoe beat A Brady Ballymote. Donohoe unleashed a barrage of punches to stop his opponent in Round 2.The most popular winner of the night was Cruiserwght Charlie Moore FCA who beat J Moriarity Carrickmacross.Tommy Duignan beat P Keenan Carrickmacross when he unleashed combinations to knock out his opponent in Round 2.Cruiserweight Dessie McSherry despite a storming last round was beaten by Monaghan Champion W Loughran.The Judges were John Donohoe Scoutmaster P O Keeffe JS Love Carrickmacross The Timekeeper was Lt Jim Scanlon and Garda Inspector Gillespie was MC.

Breffni Park Draw 1^st £20 Frank McConnell Ashe Street 2^nd £5 Pat Gumley Tullymongan 3^rd £2 Peter Mullen Coleman Road Promoter’s Prize Mick Foynes Butlersbridge.

March 28^th 1953 New house being built for County Surgeon at Church Street. The Contractor is Mr Flanagan Newtowngore County Leitrim.

Death of W Nolan well known painter and decorator Wolfe Tone Street. The family were in the painting business for over 100 years. Son of Stephen Nolan and brother of Fred also  a painter and decorator who died 2 years ago. Funeral from Cavan Parish Church to Kilmore cemetery.

Queen Mary 81 year old grandmother of  Queen Elizabeth of England who will be crowned on June 2nd dies in London. News of her death was announced by the Prime Minister Winston Churchill. She will be laid to rest beside her husband George V in Saint George’s Chapel Windsor.

April 4^th 1953 Tom McKenna’s 34-36 Main Street and 20 Oliver Plunkett Street have Tostal and Luminous ties at 7/6.

8^th Annual Drama Festival The Open Section was won by Newry Abbey Players with ‘Juno and The Peacock’. Hugh Lee Confined Trophy won by Irish Shoe Supplies Dramatic Group from Belturbet (Confined to Cavan) ‘The Money Doesn’t Matter’ AOH Cup for Rural Groups Moonlight Players Castletara ‘Passing Day’ Best Actress Ethel Fitzpatrick Newry Best Actor Tom McLoughlin CBPPU Armagh. There were entries from 9 counties and 3 Provinces with 16 plays in English and 10 in Irish.

Dickey Mullery and W Burns Pavilion Club win Class 2 Midland Divisional Final at the Garda Depot Phoenix Park beating DR Meyer and T Brennan 15-11 15-4 in the Final.

An Tostal opens on Easter Sunday and will run for 10 days. Events locally organised include Drama Rugby Golf Fancy Dress Clay Pigeon Shoot Tennis Angling. There are no GAA items listed.

Aril 11^th 1953 President Sean T O Kelly opens An Tostal in Dublin. Festivities will take place in every county in the country .

Breffni Park Draw among the winners this week are 2^nd £5 J Rogers Pearse Street 3^rd £2 H Hunt The Nook Farnham Street.

Malachy Sweenet Ceilidhe Band make their first Cavan appearance at the An Tostal Ceilidhe in the Town Hall.

Vera Brady Town Hall Street and Victor Sherlock well known Cavan All Ireland footballer are made a presentation on the occasion of their forthcoming marriage by Cavan Pavilion Club of which Vera was an eminent member.

Sympathy is extended to Honourable Barry Maxwell heir to the Farnham Estate on the  death of his mother Mrs R Hobbs. Mrs Hobbs was married to The Hon Somerset A Maxwell who was killed in action in 1942 during World War 2 and later remarried.

April 25^th 1953 Annual Mission for the women of the Parish opens in the Cathedral with sessions morning and night. The officiating clergy are Fr Courtney OP and Rev Father McCourt OP.

Sympathy is extended to Tom and Ina hickey on the death of their infant son Tom.

Death of Mary More College Street relict of John Moore Licensed Vintner Kelly’s Terrace (McGinnity’s). She was mother of Father John Moore Borough England and Patrick N McCoppin Belfast. She was an exemplary Catholic of charitable disposition. Funeral from the Cathedral to Killygarry cemetery.

Paddy Jenkins and Charlie Coyle involved in serious motor bike accident at Drumalee.The driver Paddy Jenkins was later discharged from Cavan Surgical Hospital but Charlie Coyle is detained with head injuries not thought to be life threatening.

Death of Kathleen Crowe wife of Tom Crowe Butcher Bridge Street at the residence of her mother Mrs O Rourke College Street. Father Jimmy O Reilly Adm officiated at the funeral from the Cathedral to Cullies.

Rev Paraic McCormac celebrates his 1^st Mass on Easter Monday in Saint Phelim’s Church Ballinagh.He was assisted by his only brother Father Tom McCormac and uncle Father McCormac. Father Paraic was ordained to the priesthood at Saint Patrick’s College Kiltegan on Easter Sunday and will minister in the Diocese of Calabar Southern Nigeria.

May 2^nd 1953 The Archbishop of Dublin and Primate of All Ireland John Charles McQuaid announces that Catholics may eat meat on May 1^st –a public holiday throughout Europe with shops closed for the sale of fish.

Tony Vera and Gertie Farrell star in the An Tostal; Concert in the Town Hall. Sean Maguire was the accompanist on the fiddle while the trio danced jigs reels and hornpipes to the appreciative capacity attendance. Sean Maguire later premiered Dr Brian Galligan’s new composition Breffni Hills. Young actors Michael Cooke Paddy Woods Jimmy McGirr and Sean Donlon were given a rapturous reception for their portrayal of An Tostal play. Noreen Madden and Brother Luke sang a couple of Irish favourites to the delight of the audience who gave them a standing ovation. The De La Salle Choir under Brother Augustine Superior gave a delightful recital of Irish favourites including ‘The Bells of Shandon’ ‘The Banks of My Own Lovely Lee’ and ‘Come Back Paddy Reilly to Ballyjamesduff’. Choir Tony Doyle John Burke Eamonn Cooke Jerome Casey Pat McDermott PJ McDermott Fergie Moore Val McGovern Gus Clail Eamonn Gaffney Eamonn McGovern Andrew Casey Richard Clarke Joe Connolly JJ Connolly John Craig Kieran Cullivan  Tomas Donlon Hugo Cafferty Emmanuel Kennedy Brian Smith Dessie Maguire J McDermott M Donohoe Paddy Duffy. Superintendent Joe Murray was Compere and Dr Brian Galligan produced the magnificent show.

Dublin surprisingly beat All Ireland Champions Cavan 4-6 to 0-9  to win their first ever National League crown with 13 Saint Vincent’s players at Croke Park. Leading Cavan a merry dance in the first 12 minutes when Dublin led by 3-1 to Cavan’s solitary point.

Death of James Sheridan ex Postman. Brought the mail from Cavan Post Office to Crosskeys Post Office on foot each day. Subject of many robberies during the Troubles particularly on Fridays when carrying the old age pension for the Crosskeys area. Member of the early Slashers teams among his team mates was the famous Mick McGurk.Never missed a game in Breffni Park and took great pride in the success of the Cavan team. Father Charles Cartwright officiated at the funeral from the Cathedral to Ballyjamesduff.

Cavan Presbyterian Church honour John Bennett College Street their Sexton for 50 years with a presentation of a wallet of notes by Mrs Elliott the Rev McDowell and Miss McDowell the only remaining members of the Church from 50 years ago.

Thomas Hart spending a holiday with his sister Mrs Frances Flood Bridge Street and brother Jimmy Meehan Military Row after 40 years in the USA. He was employed as a mechanic with Dodge Motors.

Ulster and Leinster play a draw in thrilling exhibition of rugby at An Tostal celebration at the Royal School grounds. The game ended 4 goals 4 tries=32 points to Leinster against 4 goals 2 tries and 2 penalty goals to Ulster =32 points. George Norton was a most efficient referee.

May 9th 1953 Willie O Hanlon Tommy Donohoe Dr E McQuaid Virginia are the stars of the An Tostal Clay Bird Shooting. The Open was won by Monaghan sharpshooter D McCaldin with Willie O Hanlon 2^nd and winner of the Confined Handicap while Tommy Donohoe won the Open Handicap where there were 46 entries.

Beautiful old custom of strewing flowers at the entry to homes in all the terraces Emmett Place College Street Wolfe Tone Street etc.Profusion of primroses violets furze and hawthorn bushes scattered in welcome to the Blessed Virgin Mary on May Eve.

Death of Patrick Flood Farmer Tullyco in his 85^th year. He was father of Father Patrick Flood Chaplain to US Air Force  now stationed in Germany and is survived by his sons daughters and other relatives. Father Charles Cartwright officiated at the funeral from the Cathedral to Ballinagh cemetery.

Presentation to Mrs JF McCabe recently married and now compulsory retired from her position as Public Health Nurse. Presentation was made by Dr MA Cooneyy CMO also present were Michael J Smith Secretary Cavan County Council who thanked Mrs McCabe for her sterling work on behalf of the sick and house bound in the Community.

Willie Doonan is the only representative from Cavan town and will line out at right full back with Cavan Juniors against Down in the 1^st Round of the Ulster Championship at Breffni Park next Sunday.

May 16^th 1953 Rosary Rally in the Cathedral. Rosary Confraternity formed led by Father Courtney OP who conducted the Mission. From now on the Cathedral is a Rosary Church and Cavan a Rosary Parish.

Michael O Reilly Accountant AIB is transferred on promotion as Manager Munster and Leinster Bank Urlingford County Kilkenny.He was 10 years in Cavan and very active in both Cavan Lawn Tennis Club and County Cavan Golf Club .He was Treasurer of the local branch Cavan Red Cross and Secretary of the Dog and Gun Club. He will be replaced by Arthur Ormsby from Waterford.

Drumalee Community Dancing at Drumalee Cross Roads starring Nancy O Neill and Ken Browne on vocals. Music by M/S P Brady Micheal O Callaghan Jimmy Tully Tommy Molloy J Brady S Maloney MC Josie McNamara.

Death of Peter M Gillic in Mountmellick. Served in the Hibernan Bank in Cavan Arva and Cootehill.Very popular over a wide area.

Death of M O Reilly Upper Main Street in Saint Felim’s Hospital after a long illness at an advanced age. Native of Grellagh Lavey she was the last of a large family. Father AB McGrath officiated at the largely attended funeral from the Cathedral to Cullies cemetery.

Death of Jean McGowan in Portstewart. Native of College Street she was a sister of P Johnston Wolfe Tone Street and D Ryan College Street. Funeral in Portstewart.

Gerard S Magahy BA son of Mr S and Mrs Magahy Farnham Street is appointed Headmaster of Villiers School Limerick. He was formerly Headmaster in King’s Hospital Dublin. Educated at Cavan Number 1School And Trinity College, Gerard is a former Headmaster at King’s Hospital and Cheltenham College .

Bishop Austin Quinn administers Confirmation to 340 children of the Parish in the Cathedral on Ascension Thursday.He was assisted by Fathers Jimmy O Reilly Adm and Tom Maguire Ballyhaise and Rev JJ O Reilly Laragh.The Sponsors were Mrs Cullivan Crubany and Seamus Gilheaney Drumcrave

Breffni Park Draw 1^st £20 Brigid Murray 1 Jubilee Terrace 2^nd £5 Nan Galligan Larigan Cavan 3^rd Sean O Faghan Butlersbridge.£1 each Mary Gaffney Acres Eddie McEneaney Providers Desmond Fitzpatrick Irish Shoe Supplies.

Cavan beat Down 2-5 to 1-4 in the 1^st Round of the Ulster Junior Championship at Breffni Park. They now play Derry in the Semi Final n Magherafelt.

Jack Poyntz and Mary Gear are the stars of Cavan Lawn Tennis victory over Tyrone at Farnham Street. Jack Halpin Mrs Flannery Dr Flannery and Mrs Reardon were the other Cavan winners.

Mrs Jack Morris (The Guy) Ivy Cottages winner of the top prize of £20 in the Breffni Park Draw.

Death of the legendary Rev William McDowell DD The Presbyterian Manse Farnham Street where he was Vicar for an incredible 63 years. Native of Moira County Down and educated at General Assembly Theological College and Queens University. He had a distinguished academic career specialising in Political economy History and Law. Ordained in the Presbyterian Church in Cavan n November 14^th 1890.He was a member of the Board of Governors of the Royal School Trustee of the Protestant Cemetery and Protestant Hall Clerk of Cavan Presbytery and Moderator of Synod. Patron of Irish and Foreign Missions. During his lifetime he dealt with 5 Catholic Bishops of Kilmore 7 Protestant Bishops of Kilmore and was an original member of the Old Age Pensions Committee took a very active interest in the welfare of the town and its citizens and was deservedly popular with all creeds and classes. Conferred with an Honary Doctorate of Divinity in 1951 by The Presbyterian Theological  Faculty.Rev James Johnston Moderator Cavan assisted by Rev FR Gibson MA Deputy Moderator Presbytery officiated at the Funeral Service where Very Rev Dr Byrnes gave the address. Survived by his sister, Dr William McDowell was laid to rest in his native Moira County Down.

Cavan baritone Maura McEntee (PA Smyth) leads the Radio Eireann Orchestra under the baton of Dermot O Hara in a live broadcast from Radio Eireann.

May 30^th 1953 James O Reilly Chairman Monaghan Mental Hospital Committee announces that there are now 81 from Cavan and 76 from Monaghan employed in Saint Davnett’s and other service centres throughout the 2 counties.

Farewell to the multi talented Do Do O  Hagan after 5 years of sterling service to the Cavan Community. Member of the staff of The Bank of Ireland Do Do is being transferred to Belfastt. Star of the Pavillion Pantomimes for the last five years she will be irreplaceable and the performances in the cauldron of the Town Hall during the Pavilion Pantomimes will never be forgotten. She was Treasurer of Cavan Lawn Tennis Club The Pavilion Society and an outstanding golfer at County Cavan Golf Club. Farewell social and presentation in her honour at the Pavilion.

Tom Cullivan UDC retires from McCarren’s Factory after 40 years of distinguished service. A presentation of a wallet of notes was made by the Directors and Staff.

Sympathy is extended to PV Coghlan Church Street on the tragic death of his nephew Lt Francis J Coghlan Army Air Corps in a plane traffic accident.

Mount Everest the highest mountain in the world is finally conquered on the eve of  the Coronation of Queen Elizabeth in London. New Zealand bee keeper Edmund Hillary and Nepalese Sherpa Norgun Tensing finally reached the table top sized summit at 11:30 am on May 29^th 1953. They were part of a 400 strong British expedition

June 6^th 1953 2 million people line the Coronation Route for Queen Elizabeth’s coronation in Westminster Cathedral. Even the overcast weather failed to dampen their spirits. Superbly organised pageant beamed across Europe on television the biggest TV spectacular ever mounted by the BBC. Later in the day s the weather improved it was reported that 6,873 casualties were treated as people were overcome by emotion or faint. 500,000 lined the Mall at Buckingham Palace to greet their new Queen as she appeared 3 times during the evening on the balcony. She was accompanied by the Duke of Edinburgh her 2 children mother and sister Margaret waving to the cheering crowds as a fly past of 168 jets flew by and gun salutes and all the bells of the major churches rang out in joy to greet the new Queen. The procession was 2 miles long and took over 45 minutes to pass a given point. The coronation was witnessed by an invited guest list of 7,500 in the magnificent Westminster Cathedral where Richard Dimbleby kept viewers informed at home of the stages of the pageant. At the moment of the coronation bells tolled out and a 45 gun salute boomed out from Saint James Palace. The Archbishop of Canterbury was the first to pay homage to the new Queen followed by her husband the Duke of Edinburgh. People all over the world rejoice at the good news with Cardinal John Dalton congratulating the new Queen on behalf of the Catholic Church in Ireland but true to form the Irish let themselves down again with an Anti Partition march on the British Embassy in Dublin and on Saturday night a public meeting of protest in the Market Square Cavan where the main speakers were PJ McEntee Solicitor Clann Na Poblachta GM Lovett Fianna Fail Eoin O Mahoney Vice Chairman Anti Partition Group and Tom Fitzpatrick Fine Gael.

Death of Margaret Meehan Wolfe Tone Street at the residence of her brother Tommy 24 Saint Phelim’s Place. Funeral from the Cathedral to Cullies.

Breffni Ceilidhe Band led by Pee Galligan win 2^nd place in All Ireland Fleadh Cheoil in Athlone while Kathleen Reilly Coleman Road and formerly Gowna  was placed 2^nd out of 27 entries in the Senior Ladies Ballad Singing Competition.

Red Cross Home Nursing Exams Bridie Galligan and Maureen Sharkey are successful. First Aid Mary Connolly Agnes Donohoe Carmel Lunn Carmel McDonald Mary Newman Mae Reilly Pauline Sheridan Elaine McNiece Elizabeth Simpson Sean Bergin Patrick Conaty Julien Gauthier Edward Kinsella Josie McNamara and Norman Wallace. Willie Browne MA Area Organiser presented the certificates in the Protestant Hall.

13 man British Expedition led by James Hunt conquer the 29,000 foot Mount Everest on the eve of the Coronation of Queen Elizabeth 2.Taking advantage of a break in the weather and using superior oxygen masks Hillary and his Nepalese Sherpa reach the summit and Nepalese and British flags now fly on the summit for the first time.

June 13^th 1953 Breffni Park Draw 1^st and £20 Edward O Hanlon Cathedral Road 2^nd £5 Rose Murphy Pearse Street 3^rd £2 Seamus Fay 10 Owen Roe Terrace £1 each Jodie Maloney Pound Archway Mona Kiernan Church Street Francis Loughran Francis Street.

Primate Hugh O Reilly Tercentenary celebrations in Cavan on the 11^th and 12^th ofJuly.The occasion will be graced by His Eminence Cardinal John Dalton Archbishop of Armagh and Primate of All Ireland.

Death of Alice E Simpson Glenview Cavan daughter of John (Boss) Foster  Merchant Bridge Street and wife of the late John Mulligan The Railway Hotel. Later married Mr Simpson of George Fegan and Company. She was very highly esteemed and popular with all classes and creeds and has 2 sons in New Zealand. Funeral from Cavan Parish Church to the New Cemetery.

Patrick Tully Drumkeen has a turkey hen creating records by laying 77 eggs from March 16^th-6^th June and the hen is still laying daily.

June 20^th 1953

Thomas Gonoud is ordained at Saint Aloysius College Highgate London. Former member of the staff of McCarren and Company when they were operating from the site of old Gaol (Brother’s School) before moving to Farnham Road. Father Gonoud is a native of Mullingar.

Sean Reilly VS presents Edward Smith Hardware Department Providers with a wallet of notes at a Social to mark his leaving Cavan where he was extremely popular with customers and staff.

Reverend John J McGuiness is ordained in Newry Cathedral along with 10 others by the Bishop of Dromorre Dr O Doherty. Father McGuiness said his first public Mass n the Poor Clare Convent Cavan assisted by Reverend AB McGrath and served by his brother Michael on Thursday morning. He is son of Mrs Glidell Sharkey London and the late Michael McGuiness London. Grandson of Mrs Sharkey Drumalee and of the late Thomas McGuiness former Town Clerk Cavan UDC.

June 27^th 1953 John James Greene Butcher and his family Upper Main Street (Harvest) are selling up and emigrating to Bristol England.

Brian Coleman (18) wins the Captain’s Jim Leonard’s Prize at County Cavan Golf Club with a 69 2^nd Rev JJ Donohoe (15) also with 69 nett.Walter Lambert had the Best Gross with 81.Mrs Leonard provided a beautiful tea for the members and their guests.

Walter Lambert (11) beats Jim Rafter (12) in the Members Cup Final by 2 and 1.

July 4th 1953 Jim McDonnell from Drung will captain Cavan in defence of their Ulster Minor crown against Tyrone. Donal Crotty from Ballinagh is included in the subs. The Senior team defend their title also against Tyrone in the Ulster Semi Finals in Saint Tiernach’s Park Clones.

Junior Intermediate De La Salle League Finals in Breffni Park attract a big crowd of parents and spectators Aodh Rua Micheal Greenan Damian Dillon S Higgins P Mallon E McCormack Sean Coyle Kenneth Reilly Noel Elliott Captain E Buster Murphy Tommy Smith PJ Carroll E McCormack Tomas Donlon J Connolly and Joe McNamara. Fianna Jerome Casey Richard Graham John Burke Felim Coffey J McKiernan Gerard Carroll Harry Hunt Frank Thorne Captain JP Malone Oliver Crowe L Clarke Patsy Lee Michael Murray Tony Doyle and Hubert Farrelly.Murphy and Elliott outstanding for Aodj Rua with Elliott scoring 1-1 for the winners and JP Malone and Gerard Carroll replying for the losers.

Intermediate Owen Rua Eamonn Marron Captain Tony Higgins P Donohoe PJ Reilly Dessie Gilroy Eddie Murray Noel Greene Oliver Cassidy Timothy Beggs Paddy Greene Brian Finlay Micheal Smyth John Craig Hugo Cafferty Terry Murphy Sarsfields Joe Connolly Captain Sean Smith Terry Murphy Gerard Finegan Joe McConnell Richard Clarke Eamonn McGovern Dick Mulcahy Tommy Monahan Tommy Flynn Niall McFeeley Michael Gilchrest Terry Smith Noel McKiernan and Tommy Murray. Owen Rua worthy winners after a stirring contest by 1-2 to 0-3. In the Senior Final Saint Patrick’s proved too good for Saint Phelim’s 3-4 to 1-5 in a game played on the full Breffni Park pitch. Saint Phelim’s Paddy Murray Paddy Carroll Pat Sharkey J O Rourke Eddie Kirby W Donohoe B Smith L Smith Captain A O Brien Frankie Walsh Jimmy McGirr Eamonn Malone Patrick Murray J Lynch O Reilly Saint Patrick’s Peter McGinnity P Reilly Niall Crowe T Doran John English J Donohoe Michael Cooke Sean Smith Captain Sean McSherry Sean Maguire Brendan Browne Brian Gaffney Philip Lightning Murray J Higgins and J Kinsella. Superintendent Joe Murray congratulated all six teams and 90 participants for a wonderful long afternoon of classic entertainment and thanked Brother Cyril for refereeing the 3 games and lining out all the teams who had qualified for the final in matching strips of socks togs and jersies. The trophies were then presented by Superintendent Murray to the three winning captains Noel Elliott Aodh Rua Eamonn Marron Owen Rua and Sean Smith Saint Patrick’s to the cheers and applause of the huge crowd.

Maureen McDonald (33) wins the Lady Captain’s Mrs Una Dr Smith’s Prize at County Cavan Golf Club  with a score of 68 nett 2^nd Mrs Arnold (33) on 71 while Mrs PA Smyth (27) was 3^rd  also on 71 Best Gross was Dorie Smith (22) .There was an entry of 37 and the Lady Captain provided a memorable meal for competitors and friends.

Sympathy is extended to Mrs M O Carroll on the death of her father M J Rice one of Ireland’s leading press and freelance photographers.

July 11^th 1953 Dermot McCarthy County Manager Cavan County Council brings an action against the Council for costs n relation to the 1950 Local Government Enquiry when Dermot was awarded £750 damages. The Minister has fixed a ceiling of £900 but Dermot is suing for £2,480 less the £750 paid to him. Justice Dixon dismissed the claim in the High Court in Dublin but gave leave to appeal to the Supreme Court..

Tyrone beat Cavan 1-7 to 2-1 in the Ulster Minor Football Semi Final in Clones while Cavan beat Tyrone 2-10 to 2-4 in the Senior Semi Final and will now play Armagh in the Ulster Final at the all new Casement Park Belfast.

Death of Liam Connolly 2^nd eldest son of Patrick and Mary Connolly Earlsvale and Connolly Brothers Main Street at the age of 18.Very popular in Pavilion circles Liam was an outstanding tennis and badminton player. Survived by his parents brothers sisters relatives and many friends. Father AB McGrath officiated at the largely attended funeral from the Cathedral to Killygarry cemetery.

Christine Cullivan Alackan Brid Fitzsimmons Araghan and Agnes Cusack Ballinagh win scholarships from Cavan Technical School for 2 weeks in the Donegal Gaeltacht.

Very bad weather for Red Cross Water Safety Tests where the Examiner was Roy Baldwin from Monaghan and the Instructor once again George Maloney Junior from Farnham Street. All participants were successful Matty Connolly Church Street JJ Reilly Kilnavara Paddy McNamara Swellan Sean Donohoe Rossa Place Beatrice Maloney Farnham Street Stephen Maloney Farnham Street and  Teddy McCormack Saint Mary’s Terrace.

President’s Golf JF O Hanlon’s Prize for Ladies at County Cavan Golf Club 1^st Kay Henry and M McDonald with 66 2^nd JJ Rogers and Olive Black 67½ .Beautiful tea served by Mrs O Hanlon and family for the 60 competitors visitors and friends.

July 18^th 1953 Deputation from Cavan County Council to meet the Minister for Health to press for a new General Hospital in Cavan.The state of the Surgical Hospital was described as deplorable with overcrowding of wards and A and E Services.

Ray Brady wins another £1 in Breffni Park Draw 1^st £20 John Prior GNR Swanlinbar 2^nd £5 Miss S Black Co McCusker’s 3^rd £2 John F O Hanlon Anglo Celt Church Street £1 to Raymond Brady Main Street Iris Sheridan Co Fagan’s and K Keegan 6 Saint Phelim’s Place. The Committee have paid out a total of £1,150 in prizes to date.

Another fire at Michael Reilly’s Garage at Gordon and Company. Fire Brigade under Captain Phil Writt brought the fire under control in just over an hour all windows were broken but no explosions and only superficial  smoke damage.

On a wet overcast evening Cardinal John Dalton is welcomed to Cavan as Cardinal for the first time by Bishop Austin Quinn Father Jimmy P Reilly Adm Paddy Smith Chairman Cavan County Council .Instead of walking in procession the Cardinal wisely chose to make the tour by car greeting the thousands of well wishers with a wave as they waved national and Papal flags. The procession was confined to the Church grounds where Gerard Finegan Pearse Street carried the long train of the Cardinal in procession to the Cathedral for the Tercentenary celebrations for Primate Hugh O Reilly. Guard of Honour drawn from the 3^rd Battalion FCA under Lieuts Jimmy McEntee and Jim Scanlon. The salute was sounded on the bugle by Teddy McCormack Catholic Boy Scouts. The Tercentenary Mass in the Cathedral on Sunday was celebrated by Most Rev Dr Heery CCSP Archbishop Southern Nigeria Bishop Austin Quinn Kilmore Dr McNamee Bishop of Ardagh and Clonmacnoise and Most Rev Dr O Callaghan Bishop of Clogher.The Homily on Hugh O Reilly Primate in 1620 was brilliantly prepared and preached by Father Pat Gaffney President Saint Patrick’s College while Father AB McGrath was on the organ and Brother Luke conducted the De La Salle choir.

July 25^th 1953 Big exodus to the Ulster Senior Finals being played in Belfast for the first time. Train specials from all over Northern Ireland. Cavan bidding to retain their Ulster and All Ireland crowns against a strong highly fancied Armagh team. Cavan beat Antrim 1-7 to 1-6 in the 1949 Ulster decider while Armagh triumphed for the first time 1-11 to 1-7 in the Ulster decider of 1950 and Cavan won the Ulster title last year beating Monaghan 1-8 to 0-8 in Breffni Park. The Minor Final will feature Tyrone and Armagh. Donal King from Downpatrick will referee the Senior decider. Masses to suit train travellers at Saint Teresa’s Glen Road and Saint Patrick’s Milford Street both venues adjacent to Casement Park.

Gaels everywhere mourn the death of Andy McEntee ‘The Breffni Bar 57 Main Street’ Gaelic Sports Reporter for the Anglo Celt for over 68 years and long time President of Cavan GAA. A minutes silence will be observed in his honour before the start of the Ulster Senior Final.

Death of Brigid Conlon Dispensary Nurse Town Hall Street. She was a sister of the late Thomas McGuiness Town Clerk. She was a legend in Cavan town during the very tough times and laboured night and day in the interests of the residents without the aid of penicillin or antibiotics. She specialised in Births and was considered one of the leading exponents in the country at her profession. Survived by her son daughter and grandchildren. Funeral from the Cathedral to Killygarry.

Gerry Kinsella and Mattie Donohoe are the guests of honour at a Social and Presentation in their honour at the Railway Hotel. Both are emigrating to Canada and are former members of Cavan CBSI and Cavan Rugby Club. A special presentation was made to Mattie Donohoe by Cavan Harps GFC.

August 1st 1953 Vera Brady opens another fashion shop catering for ladies at Auburn House (Cavan Books) 54 Upper Main Street on Friday 7^th August 1953.

Cavan are well and truly beaten by a fitter hungrier Armagh team 1-6 to 0-5 before a disappointing attendance of 22,500 who paid gate receipts of £2,800 in their Ulster Final in Casement Park Belfast. In a tough dour first half Armagh led at the interval by 0-3 to 0-2 and overran a tired Cavan team in the second half. Armagh will now play Roscommon in the All Ireland Semi Final at Croke Park. Louth win the Leinster Championship beating Westmeath 1-7 to 0-7 and they will now play Kerry in the All Ireland Semi Final.

Mr and Mrs John Brady celebrate the Diamond Jubilee of their Marriage, John was a very fine sportsman and member of Cavan Dog and Gun Club being a fine shot and outstanding huntsman while he was a member of the first Slashers teams of the 1880s.

Cavan Protestant Boy Scouts 6^th Oriel are presently camping at Mornington Dundalk under Scoutmaster Rev CM Wilson along with Troops from Warrenpoint and Monaghan.In the Sports Cavan won the Senior and Junior Boys 100 and 200 metre races.

Anna Donnelly daughter of Paddy Donnelly Connolly Street and Jerome Casey son of Jerome and Mrs Casey Cootehill Road achieve 1^st class honours in piano in their Intermediate examinations. They are both pupils of Miss May Roche Church Street Musical Director and Choir Mistress Cavan Cathedral.

Torrid Street League in Cavan town ends with yet another invasion of the pitch at Breffni Park where Bridge Street were much too good for a disappointing Owen Roe Shamrocks team 4-3 to 0-2 led by Cavan veteran Willie Doonan who was led a merry dance by the skill physique and all round ability of former Meath county player Brendan Maguire who was the outstanding player afield. Referee Hughie O Reilly had a difficult task keeping order while the Labour Band paraded the teams entertained the crowd at half time. Bridge Street led by 2-2 to 0-2 at the interval S Rutherford 1-1 J Rogers 0-1 F Carroll 1-0 with Owen Roe Shamrocks replying through HP Brady and Tom McNamara. Mick Lynch and P Brady goaled again for Bridge Street while Mick Lynch sealed the issue with a late goal. Best for Bridge Street Brendan Maguire the Meath All Ireland footballer and brother of Des and Liam Cavan Gerry Maloney Cavan Slashers while Tom McNamara Willie Doonan Eddie Quinn and Brendan Sexton were best for a  lack lustre Owen Roe Shamrocks. Bridge Street P Gaffney J McCabe Gerry Maloney John O Connor Pat Donohoe B Brady M McCabe Brendan Maguire PJ Brady Frank Carroll S Rutherford P Daly P Lynch J Rogers and Liam Fitzsimmons. Owen Roe Shamrocks Seamus Fay G McGovern Paddy Brady M McDonnell Johnny O Rourke Willie Doonan Mickey Walsh Brendan Sexton Paddy Graham Tom McNamara Pat Quinn T Graham HP Brady Billy Sheridan. The Lee Brothers Perpetual Trophy was presented by TM Gilroy at the conclusion of the game. Later n the evening scuffles broke out in Bridge Street when both sets of players and supporters clashed again before the Gardai intervened to restore order.

August 8th 1953 Death of Michael Murray 10 Jublee.Suyrvived by his brothers and sisters. Funeral from the Cathedral to Cullies where Father James J O Reilly Adm officiated.

Death of James Smith Gamekeeper Drumbar.Prominent member of Cavan Gun Club he was a very well known sportsman in the area. Survived by his brother sister and relatives. Father Jimmy O Reilly Adm officiated at the funeral from the cathedral to Cullies cemetery.

George V Maloney Junior son of GV and Eileen Maloney Farnham Street passes his Semi Final Exams at the Incorporated Law Society in the Four Courts.

Major MA Cooney presides at ONE meeting where sympathy is extended to Hugh P McEntee on the death of his father Andy McEntee 57 Upper Main Street.

August 15th 1953 Armagh beat Roscommon 0-8 to 0-7 to qualify for their first ever All Ireland Senior Football Final after Roscommon had led by 0-5 to 0-2 at half time before an attendance of 40,372 at Croke Park. The boys and girls from Armagh were ecstatic at the end and celebrated throughout the city. They will now play Kerry in the All Ireland Senior Final in September.

A Vatican Survey reveals that there are 472 million Catholics worldwide and 250 million Protestants out of a world population of 2.4 billion people.

Sudden death of Thomas Callaghan aged 32 at the residence of his mother in law Mrs O Neill Abbey Street. He was a CIE conductor on the Cavan Sligo route and recently took over on the Longford Sligo route. He was only married 3 years to Betty O Neill and they have no children. He leaves wife Betty mother sisters and other relatives.

Sudden collapse and death of Patrick J (Pappy) Farrell Griffith Avenue Dublin while visiting relatives in Cavan. Sympathy is extended to Anthony Farrell Butlersbridge and P Burns Annagelliffe (cousins) his wife and son.

Marriage of Brian O Reilly son of JJ  and late Mrs O Reilly Belturbet and May Kelly daughter of John Kelly Taxation Officer and Mrs Kelly Ricehill.The chief celebrant of the Nuptial Mass in Saint Patrick’s Drumcor was Very Rev Canon Kelly PP VF Ballinamore.

Aidan Queally MRCVSI whose death has occurred in Waterford at the age of 32 was a former Assistant to Gerald Fay MRCVSI Moynehall House Cavan.

August 22^nd 1953 County Manager Dermot McCarthy’s Orders 1953 Dr Bernard Fitzsimmons be appointed Medical Officer Saint Felim’s Hospital for a 6 month period at an annual salary of £150 and full board. Dr Mary F Cooney Ballinasloe House Physician Lisdarn TB Hospital be appointed at an annual salary of £385. Patrick B Hughes be appointed Clerical Officer Cavan County Council at an annual salary of £175.  Scholarships are awarded to Sean Donlon  De La Salle School £50 per annum Felim Kelly The Vale Bailieborough £60 per annum Laura Wilson Coolboyogue £60 Olive Carmel O Reilly Crubany NS £60 and Maureen Mullery Poor Clare Convent £60 per annum.

Breffni Park Draw 1^st £20 Mrs Chris McCusker Main Street 2^nd £5 Mr S Higgins McCarren and Company 3^rd £2 Charlie Stronge Drumaloor £1 each Rose McCaul Butlersbridge Seamus Fay 21 Owen Roe and Peggy Willock Cavan Surgical Hospital. Promoter’s Prize £2 Danny Smith Butlersbridge

Frank Brady playing off 22 beats Aidan Madden (21) 6 and 4 in the Final of the O Hanlon Cup at County Cavan Golf Club.

Death of Mrs Farrelly Owen Roe relict of James a veteran of the Boer War. She was highly respected and well regarded by all classes and creeds. Father Jimmy P Reilly officiated at the funeral from the Cathedral to Cullies cemetery.

Tommy McCormick is on a whistle stop 6,000 mile 2^nd tour of the USA taking in all the large Agricultural Colleges Poultry Farms and Hatcheries throughout the USA. He is accompanied on the tour by his wife Jean

August 29th 1953 Death of Ellen Magee Gallows Hill. In vigorous health at an advanced age she was ill for only  a short time. She could recall people and events of the last century with great clarity. Father AB McGrath officiated at the funeral from the Cathedral to Cullies Cemetery.

Fred J Kendall King of The Pilgrims pays a courtesy visit to the Anglo Celt on the way through Cavan. He has completed 251,000 miles on foot throughout Western Europe.

Cavan CBSI back in town after 32 of the members had an enjoyable 1^st ever trip to Kilkee in County Clare. The journey of 155 miles was completed in 4 hours. They thoroughly enjoyed the huge beautiful beach and scenery and were shown round the sights by Cavan native Patrick Reilly Knockatee Ballyhaise who is domiciled in Kilkee for a number of years. During their time there they had challenge football matches with troops from Ennis and Limerick and joined the latter on 2 occasions for sing songs around both the Cavan and Limerick campfires.

A recent survey indicates that there are now 30,253,427 Catholics in the USA.

September 5th 1953 Over 2,000 travel by train bus and car on the Diocesan Pilgrimage to nock under the auspice of the Legion of Mary led by Monsignor Fitzpatrick PP G Cootehill Dean of Kilmore.The was over 60 buses and CIE train bringing the pilgrims and 107 invalids-34 stretcher cases under Dr Patrick Watters Cavan and Dr AP Dolan Cabra Dublin. Monsignor Fitzpatrick deplored the lack of charity in the world to day stating “No Charity No Peace”.Bartholmew McGlin Manorhamilton collapsed and died on the return journey from Knock. Special thanks is returned to the Irish Red Cross and Lisdarn Hospital for their help and assistance on the day.

Rose Aghasiere becomes the 1^st African girl to become a Holy Rosary Sister at the Profession and Final Vows in Killeshandra. Daughter of an Indian Chief in West Africa the family are all Catholics and Rose was educated by the Holy Rosary Sisters in Queen of The Holy Rosary College Nigeria and first came to Dublin in 1948 to study medicine but returned after a couple of months to Nigeria. Joined the Holy Rosary Convent in Killeshandra she received the Habit on Sunday and will now be known as Sister M Joseph. She will pray work and study for the next 3 years in Killeshandra before being assigned to the Missions in Africa. Her father Chief Gregory said he and the tribe were very happy and were celebrating after attending Mass. Two other girls from South Africa were also professed at the same ceremony Sister M Brendan nee Russell Johannesburg and Sister M Matthew Stanton formerly Imelda Stanton South Africa.

Hogan Stand tickets for the All Ireland Final Armagh Versus Kerry available from Paddy Reilly Athbara long time Treasurer Cavan County GAA Board at 7/6 while the Cusack Stand is priced at 6/-

East Side of Mitchell Street (Half Acre) all houses are demolished as the tenants are now housed in the new development at Tullac Mongan.

September 12th 1953 Michael A Cooney is appointed Medial Officer for Health Cavan (MOH) by Cavan County Council.He succeeds Dr John Craig who has taken up a similar post in Louth. He has been acting MOH in Cavan or a number of years and was previously Divisional Medical Officer in the Army serving under Major General Hugo McNeil 2^nd Division. He was later appointed Tuberculosis Officer for Cavan and had a distinguished record in bringing the dreaded disease under control in the Cavan area. The appointment was greeted with great enthusiasm in the area where Dr Michael Cooney is very well known and highly respected.

In a very controversial if one sided All Ireland Hurling Final Cork beat Galway 3-3 to 0-1 before a record Hurling Final attendance of 71,196 spectators paying £9,102 at Croke Park. Mick Burke the Galway Captain was the victim of rough play on the part of Christy Ring winning his 7^th All Ireland medal. Ring was later attacked by a mob of Galway supporters after the game.

George V Maloney moves his headquarters from Market Square to 54 Main Street (Cavan Books).George and his wife Eileen reside at Farnham Street formerly the residence of Arthur Fagan Solicitor.

Maurice and Alan Jackson set out for the Ford Distributors Conference in Cork in their 1924 Model T Ford.

Cavan Tennis Club Farnham Street Men’s Singles C Tierney Dublin beat J R Daly Dublin in the Final 4-6 6-4 6-1 after Daly had beaten Cavan star Bill Anderson in a thrilling Semi Fial.There were 16 entries. Ladies’ Singles Mrs R Bain County Down beat Mrs O Reilly Mullingar 6-4 6-1 there was an entry of 12 players from all over Ireland.

September 19th 1953 Aer Lingus report record traffic on their overseas UK and European flights carrying 53,969 passengers on 2,400 flights in the month of August an increase of 1,460 passengers on 1952.

Very Rev Canon Thomas McCormack South Wales is holidaying with his sisters Bee Donohoe Main Street and Mae Monahan Main Street.

Rosaleen McCann granddaughter of Mr and Mrs J Brady Wolfe Tone Street has returned to the USA after spending a months holiday in her native town.

Drumalee GFC are running a bus from Drumalee Cross leaving after 10 Mass to the All Ireland Final between Kerry and Armagh. Tickets from Pat Lee Drumalee.

September 26th 1953 Bridget Eames Lakeview House Burtonport County Donegal and a native of Manorhamilton is appointed Health Inspector in Cavan by Cavan County Council.She was formerly Health Inspector in Donegal

  Cootehill much too good for Cornafean who have amassed an impressive 18 titles by 3-5 to 0-3 in the County Senior Final in Breffni Park. Cootehill were Junior Champions in 1952.an ageing Cornafean team held out for 40 minutes but Cootehill Celtic with youth flair sped and skill dominated the closing stages playing champagne football. Brian Gallagher Phelim Coyle Gerry Keyes and Cavan town native Paddy Fleming were outstanding for the winners. The team were captained by JJ Tierney and trained by the legendary Hughie O Reilly.

Enniskillen beat Cavan 19-6 in the opening game of the new season at the Royal School Grounds. Tries by C Fay and Teddy McCormack were not enough o outclass the visitors and Cavan lost the services of their outstanding out half K Kiernan mid way through the second half.

Cavan Pavilion Club Tennis Finals Dickie Mullery beat Joe O Rourke Market Square 6-1 4-6 7-5 while Mary H Gear beat Sheila McCarren 6-3 4-6 and 6-4 Junior Under 17 Patsy Connolly Earlsvale beat Sean Breen Cootehill Road Under 13 Brendan Browne Cathedral Road beat Eamonn Marron Cootehill Road.

James Gibney Wolfe Tone Street retires as a Train Driver with GNR after 46 distinguished years at the helm on the Cavan –Belfast line. Native of Oldcastle where he worked before coming to Cavan James was made presentation by his colleagues on the occasion of his retirement at Cavan Station.

FW Woolworth have bought the County Cavan Stores for a substantial sum from the Porter family who have other business interests in Clones .Woolworth’s will open their new store in Cavan in October in time for the Christmas trade.

Comaltas Ceoltori Eireann (CCE) are holding a Social and presentation to Tady McGahern in the Railway Hotel on Thursday night.

October 3rd 1953 The Holy Father proclaims 1954 a Marian Year to mark the 100^th anniversary of the proclamation of the Immaculate Conception by Pope Pius ix on the 8^th December 1854. He calls on the world’s 400 million Catholics to observe a Holy Year of prayer penance and visitation to Marian Shrines.

The deposed King Farouk of Egypt is stripped of his land holdings of the most fertile 120,000 acres of land worth up to £10 million by the new Egyptian Government.

Kerry beat Armagh 0-14 to 1-6 to win their 17^th All Ireland crown before an attendance record of 79,193 who paid gate receipts of £10,004.The game hinged on a penalty miss by Jim McCorry of Armagh who shot wide from the spot with 12 minutes remaining. Kerry were immediately in the attack from there until the finish. Peter McDermott of Meath was an outstanding referee.

Death of Miss Kay Meehan Mitchell street one of the town’s most respected citizens. Father A B McGrath officiated at the funeral from the Cathedral to Cullies.

Congratulations to Mrs Frances K Arkins Danesfort on winning 3 1sts 2 2^nd and 5 3^rd prizes at the Royal Horticultural Show in the Mansion House

Leslie Peter Tucker youngest son of Peter and Pauline Tucker London marries Miss Rose B McDermott 2^nd daughter of Mr and Mrs Seamus McDermott Owen Roe. Una McDermott sister of the Bride was Chief Bridesmaid while Father P Lyons CC officiated.

October 10^th 1953 Celebrations in Poor Clare Convent to mark the 700^th Anniversary of the death of Saint Clare. Most Reverend Dr McBride along with 35 clergy celebrated the Solemn Pontifical High Mass in the Convent Chapel while the children entertained the guests later in the Concert Hall.

Breffni Park Draw 1^s £20 J Sheridan College Street 2^nd £5 Rose Kelleher Latt 3^rd £2 Mrs McNamara Military Row £1 Larry Clarke. Promoter’s Prize Edward O Gorman Bridge Street.

Cavan Harps beat Belturbet 2-2 to 0-5 to win the Divisional Junior Final they will now play Butlersbridge in the Quarter Finals. Scorers for the Harps Cathal Young 1-0 Tom McNamara 0-1 Petsie Lawlor 1-1.”The standard of play seldom rose above mediocrity”!

Outcry over the continuing persecution of Catholics in Soviet occupied Poland. Cardinal John Dalton Archbishop of Armagh and Primate of All Ireland deplores the arrest and detention of Cardinals Stepinac and Cardinal Wzsynaki who are unable to carry out their duties among the millions of Polish Catholics. Bishop Austin Quinn speaking at Mass in the Cathedral calls for “prayers for our persecuted brethren in Poland”.

October 17th 1953  Tom Donohoe’s select Bar and General Provisions is sold to returned Yank Mr Clerkin Ballynarry Kilnaleck for a consideration of £3,100.CP Smith was the Auctioneer and LCP Smith had carriage of sale for Bee Donohoe now resident in Abbey Street.

Helena McDonald wife of Pat UDC  business man and baker invests £7,000 in the new Irish Loan which was later revealed to be substantially under prescribed.

Father Cunningham ordained in Rome and native of Dungannon was formerly in charge of the Goods Department Cavan GNR Station. He will serve in Reno Nevada USA.

Nursing Association Dance with Peggy Dell and her Orchestra. Brian Coleman and Miss M Comyn WJ Hymen and Miss M Reilly are the winners of the trophies for the best dancers of the night.

Eugene Leddy Ceilidhe Band supplies the music at the presentation of the Street League medals by Tommy Gilroy to the victorious Bridge Street team.

Brother David writes to the Anglo Celt to convey to Radio Eireann and Micheal O Hehir their deep appreciation of the outstanding broadcast of the All Ireland Final received loud and clear by the Irish Community in Mauritius in the Indian Ocean courtesy of Radio Brazzaville.

October 24^th 1953 John McGinnity quick off the mark for the Marian Year  1954 advertising round trip to Lourdes direct for 28 guineas return.

Andy O Brian and Joseph G O Reilly pen the hilarious ‘The Chestnut Tree’ which will be premiered by the Magnet Players Killygarry before Christmas.

Lily Hicks wins 1st 2^nd and 3^rd in dancing competitions in the Gaelic League Feis in Islington. Lily is daughter of Mr and Mrs Patrick Hicks formerly of Emmett Place.

Roisin Leddy youngest daughter of John Leddy Owen Roe marries William John Luper in London. Father P Bishop presided and after the Nuptial Mass the Papal Blessing was imparted 

Francis Lucas Clements Scott Rockview Ballyhaise County Cavan leaves an Estate valued at £25,381 in the latest wills published.

October 31st 1953 Joe (Bendy) Fitzpatrick is acquitted of the manslaughter of Thomas Boyle aged 70 Wolfe Tone Street Cavan by a jury at Cavan Circuit Court after deliberating their verdict for 20 minutes. Joe Fitzpatrick in evidence stated that “the deceased was aggressive to him although they were very good friends but there was far too much heavy drinking on the day in question in John McGinnity’s Public House”. Later a further altercation occurred at the bottom of Wolfe Tone Street and the deceased died from a fall following a further charge at the defendant.

Children of Mary holding a fundraiser in the Convent Hall entitled ‘The Life of Saint Clare’. They are collecting to send 2 pilgrims to the Marian Shrine in Lourdes in Marian Year 1954.

Joey Murray from Tullacmongan finds an ancient cross dated 1729 which is presently being evaluated by the National Museum.

Staff of Providers’ and Smith’s Garage are guests of Con and Mary Smith at their magnificent Hotel in Termofeckin County Louth. MJ Galligan returned thanks on behalf of Providers Brendan Murray on behalf of Smith’s Garage and May McCaul on behalf of the staff of the Termonn Hotel to Mr and Mrs Smith for their generosity and hospitality .

November 7th 1953 Electric Chimney Sweeping introduced to Cavan by Harry Jenkins and Sons costing 10/- for chimney 1 and 7/6 for each additional chimney. The Jenkins family are the leading painting and decorating company in the area specialising in  all kinds of church painting and decoration. Contact H D Jenkins 11 Francis Street at Cavan 160.

Cavan Rugby team hold a stronger fitter Portadown to a 3-3 draw in the Royal School grounds. Cavan led by 1 try 3points scored by Dessie Tweedy but not converted by McQuaid at half time. The stronger Portadown pack dominated the second half and pinned the Cavan team in their own 25 but only crossed for a single try which was not converted. A McGloughlin was the referee.

Butlersbridge will play Kingscourt in the Minor Championship Final at Breffni Park next Sunday.

Death of the very popular Bridget (Bridgey) Reynolds Upper Main Street at an advanced age. She was sister of the late Thomas Reynolds who died in July and they ran a thriving vegetable shop growing all the quality produce in their own garden. Long distinguished service to the Community Bridgey was known and respected by all her neighbours and friends and was a particular favourite with the children. Large and representative funeral from the Cathedral to Killygarry Cemetery.

Pat McGrath from the Provincial Bank is the recipient of a presentation from his colleagues and friends on the occasion of his promotion to South Richmond Street Branch. Outstanding tennis player with Cavan Lawn Tennis Club he was also a most accomplished member of the Pavilion Pantomime. He was a low handicap golfer at County Cavan Golf Club. He is replaced in the Provincial Bank in Cavan by Thomas C Connolly a fine golfer from Athlone.

Bridge Club Winners N/S Gerry Hunt and Mrs Arnold E/W Mr Moynihan and Mr Mansfield.

Pat McGovern late of Sean Magee’s Bridge Street opens his new store in Connolly Street.” All orders will receive prompt and personal supervision. Your patronage will be greatly appreciated”.

Guard Johnston stationed in  Belturbet for the last 10 years is transferred back to Cavan where he resides in Farnham Street with his wife and family.

November 14th 1953 Dr Ryan Minister for Minister for Health meets a delegation from Cavan County Council led by County Manager Dermot McCarthy who are lobbying for a new hospital for Cavan town.The delegation point out to Dr Ryan that there are no proper facilities in Cavan and that the accommodation problem is so acute that there is a waiting list of 211 for beds in the County.

1^st annual Bachelors Dance in the Town Hall President WP O Hanlon Vice President Sean O Reilly MRCVSI Secretary P Farrelly Committee Dinny Whelan Joe Rogers Brian Coleman Des Tweedy Matty Corcoran Jim Rafter Paddy Donohoe Leo McGrath Frank Lynott Michael Young Paddy Brady Matt McCutcheon Willie Lambert  L Galvin Jack F Binchey E Miney M Gateley GV Maloney Ray Reilly MRCVSI N Mullen M Smith M Tierney K Henry E Ross PJ Flynn P McGrath. Later the profits from the function a tidy £43-18-6 was donated to Cavan Nursing Association.

Licensed premises of Cusack and Sons Bridge  Street (The Dug Out) sold to  Pat and Rose Leddy Rosculligan for £2,000 .

C McGuiness Private Hotel beside Mullen’s is sold to  MJ O Callaghan Latt Cavan for an undisclosed amount. Frank Conlon was Auctioneer.

Susan Brady relict of John Brady dies at the residence of her son in law John Coyle Upper Main Street. Funeral in Drung.

CYMS Whist Drive Top Score John Weston 1^st Lady Mrs Mackey Cavan 1^st Gent P Sloane Ballinagh 2^nd Gent PJ O Neill Ulster Arms.

Butlersbridge win the County Minor Championship for the first time beating Kingscourt 0-11 to 2-2 in  atrocious weather conditions at Breffni Park where the rain fell throughout and the pitch was sodden from overnight rain and the participants had to play with a very heavy ball. Butlersbridge adapted much better to the conditions and led by 0-5 to 1-1 at half time. The Bridge were hungrier fitter and more motivated than Kingscourt and despite a late rally they held on comfortably to win their first ever football championship for the Bridge. Great credit must go to John O Reilly Chairman and Sean O Hare Trainer for the manner in which the Bridge approached the game. Led by Captain Con Smith on the 40 there were outstanding displays from Terry Smith in goals Val Kyne at full back flanked by the hard tackling Aidan Foynes and Brian Myles.P Meehan and the 2 O Reillys were outstanding half backs while Fitzpatrick and McGarvey held sway at midfield throughout. Con Smith Ken Browne and Hayes led a lethal forward division which ran Kingscourt ragged in the end. The whole village led by Chairman John O Reilly turned out to welcome the heroes back to the Bridge and the cup was filled several times with minerals. Team Terry Smith Aidan Foynes Val Kyne Brian Myles Paddy Reilly Paddy Meehan Eamonn Reilly C Fitzpatrick S McGarvey Ken Browne Con Smith J Hayes T Cassidy Gerry O Reilly and Brendan Farrell. TM Gilroy presented the trophy to the winning Bridge Captain Con Smith at the finish of the game which was played in a sporting manner throughout..

Cavan County Board order a replay of the abandoned Cavan Harps V Ballinagh Junior Semi Final after Packy Newman reported that he was assaulted by Willie Doonan and was unable to continue. He told the County Board that Doonan got out of hand completely and questioned every decision he made particularly in the 2^nd half. After he awarded a close in free to Ballinagh at the town goals Doonan struck him a box knocking him out. The Harps assured the County Board that Doonan was now banished from the Club and would never play with the Harps again. Ballinagh subsequently won the replay 3-9 to 2-2 after leading the Harps 2-5 to Nil at half time after playing with a gale force wind in the first half. Sodden pitch and heavy ball Ballinagh adapted much better to the conditions and had a match winner in Eamonn Galligan.The Harps never recovered from this incident and their decline was steady over the next 4 years until the foundation of Cavan Gaels to replace the ailing Harps and Slashers clubs in the town. Cavan Harps John O Rourke J McNamara Paddy Brady Patrick Brady Eddie Quinn Sean O Rourke Paddy Dunne Sean Brady PJ Boylan Patsy Lawlor Cathal Yung P Smith Paddy ‘Lofty’ Higgins. Subs P Lynch for J McNamara Referee Mick Higgins.

November 21st 1953 Cavan Rugby Club beat RAF Enniskillen by 25 points to 0 at The Royal School Grounds. Cox and Storey were outstanding for Cavan at half back. Richard Black had a stormer in the tight exchanges. Tries by Bill Anderson Scott converting after 10 minutes Des Tweedy and Cyril Anderson 2 unconverted tries left Cavan ahead 11-0 at half time. In the 2^nd half Dessie Tweedy again O Reilly Teddy McCormack and George Maloney crossed for Cavan tries to wrap up a great display at 22-0 for Cavan.

Bridge Club Chairman Surgeon Bertie Cullen Treasurer Dermot Morgan Secretary Reverend Sean Reilly Saint Patrick’s College Committee William Browne and D Moynihan. Winners of weekly session Mr and Mrs Reardon.

Death of Mary Coyle Kilnavara. One of Cavan’s most respected residents. She was mother of Terry Coyle Cavan and All Ireland footballer 1933. She is survived by her sons daughter and other relatives.Father AB McGrath officiated at the funeral from the Cathedral to Cullies cemetery.

Maltese Wedding in the Cathedral draws the crowds as Nary Camenulli Harun Malta marries Bernard eldest son of Barney and Mrs Connolly Breffni Terrace. Simon Connolly was Best Man ME Connolly Bridesmaid and the Bride’s Aunt Mary was Matron of Honour. The Bride’s gown was of French Lace and the train was 15 feet long. Father PJ Gargan a friend of the Connolly family officiated.

H Clark Manager of the Ulster Bank is transferred back to Head Office in Belfast. He was Treasurer of County Cavan Golf Club for over 7 years and was the recipient of a presentation from colleagues in the Bank and members of County Cavan Golf Club. He is replaced as Manager in the Ulster Bank Cavan by Sydney Killingley son of the late Archdeacon EA Killingley late of Killeshandra.

Eugene Timmoney is appointed to the staff of Bank of Ireland Cavan replacing T McDonald while WCR Reardon is appointed Sub Agent.

Sympathy is extended to Andy Gichreest on the dearth of his mother Mrs G Gichreest Dignavanty Cootehill. Funeral from Saint Brigid’s Kill to the adjoining cemetery.

Breffni Park Draw 1^st £20 Jack Flood Bridge Street 2^nd £5 Phil Reilly the Imperial Hotel. Promoter’s Prize Betty Breslin 23 Coleman Road Cavan.

December 12th 1953 “Joe Cullivan and Son 25 College Street Cavan Plumbing Specialist at your service for hot and cold water installations-moderate prices.”

Fatima Pharmacy 5 Bridge Street Cavan Proprietor PT Tommy Ruddy MPSI.

Philips Radios ask for demonstration at Smyth’s 60 Main Street Cavan Phone 88.

Congratulations to Teddy Cinnamond son of Ned and Mrs Cinnamond Church Street who has been chosen to represent Ulster in the Badminton Inter Provincial Championships. Former member of Cavan Pavilion Club Tom is now playing for a Belfast Club where he is domiciled.

Death of Pauline Farrell daughter of Mr and Mrs Anthony Farrell Annalee House Butlersbridge Cavan at the age of 27 after a long illness borne with courage and fortitude. Champion Irish dancer she was a member of a Championship winning family known throughout Ireland for their expertise skill and elegance. In recent years Pauline had taken up Adjudicating at Feiseanna and Irish gatherings throughout the area and was highly respected and well known. Sympathy is extended to her parents brothers and sisters.Rev Charles Cartwright officiated at the funeral from the Cathedral to Cullies.

Alfred Myles Smith Solicitor Kevitt Castle has taken over the practice of PJ McEntee who has moved to Monaghan having purchased the practice of Doctor VD Kearns Solicitors.

Gerald Fay MRCVS formerly Moynehall House is appointed Chief Veterinary Officer for Queensland Australia.

Untimely death of Thomas O Rourke 5 Saint Aidan’s Terrace Cavan at a young age at the Richmond Hospital. Member of the Irish Army he served during the 1939-1946 Emergency. Sympathy s extended to his wife sons daughters. Cavan Branch ONE carried the coffin draped in the tricolour from the hearse to the Cathedral and again at Cullies cemetery Father P J Gargan officiated at the funeral from the Cathedral to Killygarry cemetery.

Liam Bogue and Thomas Donlon are this week’s winners at Cavan Bridge Club.

Angela Clarke Mrs Packy Leonard Bridge Street John Clarke Swellan Matt Smith Drumcrave and Pat Donohoe Bridge Street are among the local winners at the Slasher’s monster Whist drive in the Town Hall.

Christmas comes early for County Manger Dermot McCarthy when the Supreme Court on a majority decision award him full costs for his representation during the Local Government Enquiry over turning the decision of the Circuit and High Court. Originally awarded the maximum of £900 allowed by the Minister for Local Government. The Supreme Court made an order for the sum of £2,488 and costs for Circuit Court and Supreme Court appeals.

Breffni Park Draw 1^st £20 Paddy Kelly Breffni Park Lane 2^nd £5 Father PJ Gargan Cavan 3^rd £2 Thomas Miney Rossa Place £1 each Willie Sheridan Saint Brigid’s Terrace. Promoter’s prize Paddy Woods College Street.

The Irish Country Women’s Association (ICA) buy the Termon Hotel Termofeckin County Louth from Con P and Mary Smith with the aid of a bursary from W K Kellogg’s. Con Smith will retain most of the 500 acre farm adjoining the Hotel. The Hotel will be used as residential quarters for women undergoing courses at the centre.

Tom Maloney son of GV and Mrs Eileen Maloney leaves for Canada to take up employment with a large motor car concern in Toronto.

Santa Claus will arrive on the Cavan Fire Brigade engine for the Christmas tree festivities at the Town Hall on Christmas Eve where over 400 children between the ages of 4-8 will receive a Christmas gift and greeting from the great man himself.

December 26th 1953 The Minister for Health Mr Ryan announces that Dispensary Doctors will be paid an annual salary of £480 rising by increments of £30 per annum to a maximum of £6

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January 2nd 1954 Over 500 children joyously greet Santa Claus to the sound of bells and horns from the Fire Tender with helpers made up of members of Cavan Fire Brigade. Spotlight on the Red figure is picked up by beams from spotlights on the tender.Chidren queue out on the tennis court on a cold dry frosty evening to meet Santa in the Town Hall.

Business in the town is well up on previous years with shopping reaching a climax by mid day on Christmas Eve. Only a few stragglers similar to an ordinary Saturday night left after tea as residents readied themselves for the festivities and Midnight Mass.

The Pavilion Musical Society launch their 6^th Annual Pantomime Little Red Riding Hood for an 8 day programme on Sunday next. Booking at Sullivan’s 1 Main Street.

Bill Anderson son of John and Mrs Anderson emigrates to Nairobi Eat Africa to further his career as a Law Clerk. Star player with Cavan Rugby team, Bill is also the leading member of Cavan Lawn Tennis Club and was made a presentation by both organisations at an enjoyable function in the Ulster Arms on the 23^rd of December..

Sympathy is extended to Maurice Brady Upper Main Street on the death of his father Edward Brady Post office Bawnboy. Funeral from Kildoagh Church to Kilnavart cemetery was the biggest and most representative seen in the area for many years.

Vincent Blythe son of Guard Blythe Charlestown County Mayo and late of Cavan has passed his final Cadet examination and is called to the Military College Curragh Camp. Vincent was a member of Cavan Harps and on the Cavan Minor team beaten by Galway in the 1952 All Ireland Final. He went one better last year and was a member of the winning Mayo Minor All Ireland Champions 1953 .

January 9th 1954

The shop and building known as Dunne’s Bridge Street is sold at Auction to James Murphy for £1,075. J C Brady Belturbey were the Auctioneers while SJ Gannon Solicitors had carriage of Sale.

Garda John Marron who was District Clerk in Cavan for the last 17 years is transferred to Granard.Popular courteous and efficient officer he is succeeded as Clerk by Garda William Bergin.

Labour Band parade the town to welcome in the New Year at mid night with some seasonal and festive airs.

Eileen McCarren plays the leading role of Jack singing beautifully ‘I Believe’ and giving an altogether perfect performance at the Pavilion Pantomime in the Town Hall. Leading Lady was the delightful Philomena O Reilly as Jill who joined Jack in some delightful duets.Laurette Kiernan was Jim Kathleen Donohoe was Silly  MJ Magee The Dame Frank Lynott made everybody laugh merely by his presence on the stage. Noel Mullen is the Baron Frank Brady Big Bad Wolf Joan Cullen was in the title role Carmel McDonald was the Fairy Queen. The Witch was played by Mairead Rutledge Kieran Breen and Paddy Reilly were Shanks and Shorty Sean and John Joe O Reilly were the Horse in a hilarious scene. Brendan Jenkins was the Gypsy King with able assistance from Frank Carroll and Paddy Donohoe. Maura McGilly was in charge of the dancing routines bring grace and precision to the Town Hall stage. Maura was ably assisted by Rose McCabe  Mona Connolly Teresa Duffy Valerie McCarren Miriam Healy Myra Marron Buba McCabe and Angela Clarke. Men’s Chorus Joe O Rourke JJ O Reilly Sean McGilly Mel O Reilly Sean Bergin Jimmy Cullen Mel Doherty and Brendan Jenkins. Ladies’ Chorus Sheila O Reilly Kitty Donohoe Agnes Leavy Ann Sherlock Maeve McDonald Mary Flood Clare Flood Anna Bergin Phyllis Sexton Evelyn O Hare Vera Smith and Kitty Conaty. The Musical Director was Maisie Magee. Orchestra Jackie Fitzpatrick Luis Mallon GV Maloney John P Smith Jimmy Mallon Stan Mullery.Back Stage Dinny Whelan Jim Scanlon who also painted the scenery Joe Duffy R Kerrrigan .Wardrobe Mistress Maureen Hand Make Up Annie Brady John Donohoe and Teresa O Rourke Market Square Script by Kevin Byrne modifications by MJ Magee. Producer Tom Hickey.

Kevitt Castle Weather Station reports that 33.90 mls of rain fell in 1953 when we had 201 rainy days-the rainfall is below average by 40mls.

January 16th 1954  Death of Sarah Smith Saint Josephs Dollymount Avenue relict of ME Smith formerly Upper Main Street (Houricans).She was mother of PG Smith Solicitor Dublin. Funeral to Glasnevin.

Death of Thomas Sweeney Upper Main Street. In America for many years. Survived by his wife. Father A B McGrath officiated at the funeral from the Cathedral to Killygarry.

Death of William McAlarney Coleman Road. Former Law Clerk and Commissioner for Oaths. Prominent  member of the Irish Ireland movement and organiser of Committees and activities all over County Cavan.Rev AB McGrath officiated at the funeral from the Cathedral to Cullies.

Death of Christina Donohoe College Street mother of a very large family at a very young age. She was daughter of Mr and Mrs J McCoy College Street. Most charitable woman and extremely popular with neighbours and friends over a wide area. Survived by her husband Michael (Bunnoe) Donohoe and a large family. Funeral from the Cathedral to Cullies cemetery.

Sympathy is extended to Matty Hand Church Street Area Supervisor for the ESB on the death of his mother in Dublin.

Death of Ana Doherty in the USA daughter of the late Patrick and Mary Anne Marron Mill Street. She was sister of Miss Marron Cathedral Road Michael Marron Earlsvale Road and Mrs Cassidy Bridge Street.

Death of WA Craig Agent Bank of Ireland Drogheda and former agent for the Bank in Cavan.

January 23rd 1954 Anna Flood daughter of Frances Flood Bridge Street enters the Poor Clare Order in Newry County Down. There was a number of presentations to Anna prior to her departure from the town.

After receiving a number of threats and outright intimidation of the Promoters, the Film Show of The Coronation of Elizabeth 2 scheduled for the Protestant Hal for which over 600 tickets were sold is postponed. All proceeds were to go to the Adelaide Hospital and Cavan Boy Scouts (6^th Oriel Troop)

Unexpected death of Brigid Duffy Nee Brady at her residence Rath Na Saor in Bray County Wicklow. She was sister of Mrs Eddie Flood Abbey Street and Agnes Maguire (Aunt Agie) Bridge Street. She was sister in law of John Flood and aunt of John Sharkey of the Anglo Celt. Survived by her husband Michael to whom the management and staff of the Anglo Celt extend deep sympathy. Father J J O Reilly Adm officiated at the funeral from the Cathedral to Killygarry Cemetery.

Miss Crosby Matron Lisdarn Hospital extends thank to the Magnet Players Killygarry for the outstanding performance of the ‘Chestnut Tree’ for the patients and staff of the Hospital.

January 30^th 1954 Jim McDermott is the new Chairman of the revised Clones United Football Club which has been out of existence for the last two years. Jim is a former star of the GNR soccer team and has the support of the entire community in this new venture. The new pitch is on the Monaghan road adjacent to the town.

Breffni Park Draw 1^st Prize £20 John Mulligan Church Street 2^nd Prize £5 Tommy Fitzpatrick Ballyhaise 3^rd £2 Alice Sheils of the Imperial Hotel £1 each to Pat O Neill Anglo Celt A Galligan Ardlougher Ballyhaise and Brendan Jenkins Saint Phelim’s Place Promoter £2 Benny O Rourke Ashe Street.

Pavilion Tennis Club 1954 Chairman MJ Smith Vice Chairman Tommy McCormick Secretary Jack Poyntz Treasurer Stephen Keaveney Committee Sheila McCarren Kitty McDonald Jimmy Cullen Dinny Whelan Tom Fitzpatrick Jerry Lyons and Joe O Rourke.

Fatal cycling accident at Rathcorrick when Josephine Leddy aged 20 is killed while riding a bike without a light in collision with a pedestrian as she cycled to the pictures in the Magnet Cinema. The pedestrian in evidence said he was struck from behind but remained on his feet but the cyclist ended up in the ditch and was later pronounced dead at Cavan Surgical Hospital. The Jury of Mick Geoghegan Phil Gargan Robert Mackeral and Jim Leonard brought in a verdict of misadventure in accordance with the evidence. Paddy Cusack Solicitor Cavan County Coroner deplored the practice of people cycling without proper lighting on their machines and said that the high fatality rate would be reduced by over 50 per cent if people lit up. He extended sympathy to Josephine’s parents brothers sisters relatives and many friends.Joesephine Leddy was a very clever bright girl who recently passed the County Council Examinations and was only 3 months working as a Clerk in Cavan Courthouse. Her colleagues formed a Guard of Honour at the Funeral from the Cathedral to Killygarry Cemetery and the coffin was covered in Mass Cards.

Strange review of the recently acclaimed ‘Chestnut Tree’ by Andy O Brien and Joe O Reilly performed by the Magnet Players Killygarry in the Anglo Celt who state that apart from the outstanding performance of Mickey O Brien as Giggler Mooney the play has nothing to recommend and it is a total flop and that authors Andy O Brien and Joe O Reilly are surely capable of much better work than this which tries far too hard to be funny!

Death o John Joe Lee Edenticlare at his residence. Funeral from Saint Brigid’s Cemetery Killygarry to the adjoining cemetery.

February 6^th 1954  Death of the great Johnny Green Corn Mill Cavan after a long illness at the age of 38. Coalmining expert Johnny was working on his latest seam in Gubaavaeeny Leitrim when struck down with illness. He was son of the late Joseph Green and is survived by his mother Alice Green sister Margaret brothers Roy Gerry Joe Francis and Charlie. Father PJ Gargan officiated at the extremely large funeral from the Cathedral to Cullies cemetery.

Rev Father Felim Colwell is installed as Prior of Kilnacrott Abbey exactly 25 years after first entering the Priory as a student. Born with 1 mile of Kilnacrott Father Colwell is a native of Drumora Ballyjamesduff. Son of Mr and Mrs C Colwell. Ordained in Belgium on August 15th 1937, he was elected Prior of the Mother House in England in 1952. His mother lived to see him installed as Prior of Kilnacrott but died on the same week. Funeral from Saint Mary’s Church Crosserlough.

Death of Dominick Ryan 8 Connolly Street in Saint Phelim’s Hospital Cavan after a long illness. He spent a lifetime working with CIE at Cavan Station. Survived by his wife relatives and friends. Funeral from the Cathedral to Cullies  cemetery.

Death of Anne McCoy College Street one of the oldest and most respected residents in Cavan town. Predeceased by her husband Joe  and daughter Mrs Donohoe some months ago. Funeral from the Cathedral to Cullies cemetery.

Bridge 1^st Mrs Arnold and Dermot Morgan 2^nd Mrs Browne and Professor Breen.

Cavan Pavilion Pantomime Committee present a 400 day clock to one of their greatest ever stars Maura McEntee (Nee Smyth).Her husband PJ has acquired the practice of the late Dr Kearns in Monaghan while Alfred Myles Smith has acquire PJ McEntee’s practice in Farnham Street for an undisclosed amount.

Death of Katherine Keaveney Butlersbridge wife of PJ National Teacher and mother of 3 sons and 3 daughters. She was sister of Rev J Gaffney CC Belturbet. Father James J O Reilly Adm officiated while the Bishop Austin Quinn was among the hundreds of clergy in attendance. Funeral from Saint Aidan’s Butlersbridge to the adjoining cemetery.

February 20^th 1955 Cavan Boxing Team to box at all star tournament in the Stella Cinema Carrickmacross where they will meet opponents from Belfast Drogheda and Dundalk. George Maloney Terry Duignan Sean Donohoe M Donohoe Patsy Lawlor.

9^th Annual Nurse’ Dance with Town Hall beautifully and tastefully decorated and music from Alan Beale and Orchestra.

3^rd Order of Saint Francis formed following a lecture on the Life of Saint Francis in the Cathedral by Father Adrian OFM in the Convent Chapel. Kevin Johnston Anglo Celt and Swellan is Secretary  while 60 other people have signed up for membership.

February 27^th 1954 Capacity crowd at the 5^th annual McCarren’s Dance in the Town Hall with the hall tastefully decorated spots each dance and music by Ralph Sylvester and his Orchestra. While Jim Barton supplied the music at the very successful Cavan Lawn Tennis Club dance in the Pavilion.

Garage and Undertaking business of Edward Flood Abbey Street fails to reach the reserve at auction now under active negotiation.

March 6^th 1954 A very weak Pope Pius XII broadcasts from Vatican Radio for the first time since serious illness forced him to cancel all engagements in recent months. His 78^th Birthday and 15^th Anniversary of his elevation to the Papacy are celebrated all over the world but particularly in Vatican City where flags and emblems flew from every building in salute and a public holiday was observed.

Cavan CYMS Annual Whist Drive in the Town Hall offers as Top Prize a Trip to Lourdes for Holy Year valued at £40.

Death of Elizabeth Walsh in Dublin. She was daughter of Mr and Mrs William Brady College Street and sister of William (Billy) and  Patrick in Dublin. Funeral to Glasnevin.

March 13^th 1954 New Hoover Cylinder Cleaner on sale at Smyth’s 60 Main Street Cavan Phone 88 for Demonstrations. Amazing value at £16-16- and Easy Terms available.

GAA outraged at the prospect of Radio Eireann broadcasting coverage of the League of Ireland V Scottish League on Saint Patrick’s Day from Dalymount Park. Michael V O Donohoe President of the GAA says that Radio Eireann are making a mockery of the GAA with this highly charged insult on the feast of the National Apostle!

Frank Johnston Wolfe Tone Street is this week’s winner of the 1^st Prize and £20 at the Breffni Park Draw 2^nd £5 Joe Cullivan 25 College Street 3^rd £2 Bartley Smith Connolly Street £1 each to Ned Cooke Man Street Helen McCarren Saint Helens and Michael Gaffney Cashel Ballinagh. Promoter’s Prize Joe O Rourke Bookmaker Market Square.

Mr Hogan Station Master is transferred to Dublin. Recipient of a handsome presentation from his colleagues at Cavan Station.

Sympathy is extended to John Sheanon College Street on the death of his father Patrick Sheanon Cattle Dealer Drumavaddy.Funeral took place to Saint Matthews Church Drumavaddy.

Maurice and Alan Jackson have acquired Mullery’s Garage on the Railway Road for an undisclosed amount.

Death of Mary Glancy Fairtown Cavan at Saint Phelim’s Hospital. She was the mother of 12 sons-10 of whom are still alive. Survived by her husband sons daughter. Funeral to Drumavaddy cemetery.

Stampede continues for BCG injection to immunise against the dreaded TB illness. Dr M A Cooney announces  more clinics to be held in the Courthouse in the coming weeks.

March 20th 1954 Minister for Health Mr Walsh announces New County Hospital for Cavan will be built behind the Courthouse. Plans are at an advanced stage and the Department of Health will go to tendering in a few months as General Election looms in April.

Richard V Black and Mike Dale parade a goose dressed in the Irish colours across the pitch at Lansdowne Road to the cheers of 40,000 spectators before the start of the Ireland V Wales clash at Lansdowne Road. Wales pipped the Irish with a late penalty goal to win 3-0.

9^th Drama Festival opened by the Bishop of Kilmore Most Rev Dr Quinn in the presence of TJ Fitzpatrick Secretary and Edward T O Hanlon Chairman. Harold Goldblest is the Adjudicator of the English plays while Gerard Victory is the Adjudicator for the Irish plays.

Saint Patrick’s College are beaten by Newry CBS in the replay of the McRory Cup Final at Ballybay.

Magnet Players Killygarry win the Rural Section of Navan Drama Festival scoring an impressive 83 points. Outstanding performances from Sheila Fay Agnes Brady and PJ Young who all won medals for their performances.

Death of John J Finlay Pig Dealer Bridge Street. Worked all his life in McCarren’s Bacon Factory. Survived by his wife sons daughters. Father Charles Cartwright assisted by Father James Carroll Saint Patrick’s College officiated at the funeral from the Cathedral to Cullies.

April 3^rd 1954 The body of 50 year old Mrs Kate Reilly is recovered from the Annalee River at Butlersbridge. John Mulligan found the body in 13 foot of water 40 yards from Water Bridge. Doctor Charles Lorrigan in evidence said that death was die to drowning after the body had been immersed in water for a number of days. The Jury returned a verdict in accordance with the evidence.

Further BCG Vaccination Clinics in the Courthouse on Monday Wednesday and Friday as the fight against TB takes a decisive step for total cure and prevention of this killer disease.

Clones Dramatic Society with ‘Mungo’s Mansion’ win the Open Section at the 9^th Cavan Drama Festival 2^nd were The Nomads Cavan with ‘Two Dozen Red Roses’ Producer Tom Hickey Cast Brian Coleman Philomena O Reilly Liam Henry Celia Maloney Jack Binchey.The AOH Cup went to the Moonlight Players Castletara with ‘The End Horse’ Producer Edward C Brady Cast James Clarke Mary Boylan Sean Boylan Brian Boylan Michael Morrow  Rossa O Neill James McAvinue and Joe Flatley.Best Actor of Festival Jack Binchey Nomads Best Actress Edna Whatley Clones Dramatic Society.

Royal Tan owned by the exuberant Joe Griffin wins the Aintree Grand National. Trained by Vincent O Brien and ridden by Bryan Marshall. The horse was accorded a Civic Reception and received at the Mansion House by the Mayor of Dublin Alderman Butler TD 2^nd was Tudor Line 3^rd Irish Liquid. The same connections were also victorious in the 1953 Grand National with Early Mist.

Thomas Clear expert on trees and horticulture plants the first trees at the Kilnavara and Tullac Mongan housing estates followed by an illustrated lecture in the Town Hall.

Sympathy is extended to Henry Coyne Bus Driver Saint Felim’s Place on the death of his mother in Drumanon County Roscommon.

Margaret Duignan Swellan graduates with her SRN from Saint Andrew’s Hospital Hempstead London.

April 10^th 1954 Granard County Longford is the last big town in Ireland to adapt new time for the very first time!

Fleadh Cheoil na hEireann to be held in Cavan on the Whit weekend. The organisers are expecting as many as 1,00 entries for the various competitions and announced that there are now 40 Senior and 2 Junior branches of Comhaltas throughout Ireland.

Smyth’s Wireless and Electrical Dealers 60 Main Street have been appointed Hohner agents for the area and are now stocking a full range of musical instruments.

Willie Maloney eldest son of George V and Eileen Maloney is appointed Manager of the 24 hour Shannon Duty Free Airport Shop. He formerly worked in the furnishings department of Brown Thomas Grafton Street Dublin .

Tony Coyle Saint Felim’s Place is 1^st in Ireland following examinations for the post of Boy Messenger at Cavan Post Office. Tony is  the eldest son of John and Mrs Coyle (Nee Meehan) Saint Felim’s Place.

Cavan Boy Scouts Concert packs out the Town Hall for 2 nights Thursday and Sunday with a variety performance. The Producer was John Donohoe Musical Director Robert Ryan Cast Dessie Agnew Eddie Kirby Paddy Carroll Mel Doherty Dessie Maguire John Maguire Liam Kinsella Martin Storey Paddy McNamara Paddy Flynn Gerry Maguire Tommy Carroll Pat Kinsella Tony O Dowd Alan O Hanlon Francie Farrelly Paddy Donohoe and a host of lively Cubs.

John Greenan College Street is the recipient of a wallet of notes from the management and staff McCarren’s on the occasion of his retirement after 46 years distinguished service.

April 24^th 1954  Patrick Murtagh is the recipient of a presentation by MJ Galligan Manager on behalf of his colleagues in Providers on the occasion of his emigration to Canada at a function in the Railway Hotel. Patrick served over 4 years in Providers and was a playing member of Cavan Slashers.

25 year old Michael Manning a carter, is hanged in Mountjoy by British hangman Albert Pierrepoint for the murder of Catherine Cooper a 65 year old nurse. He was the last person to be executed in Ireland.

The 2^nd celebration of An Tostal is opened by President Sean T O Kelly at a ceremony at the GPO in Dublin. Celebrations take place in 140 centres nationwide. Over 50,000 attend the Pageant at Tara, chief organiser being Captain JA Donnelly who also organised the Owen Roe Parade in  Cavan in 1949. In Cavan the ICA held an arts and crafts display in the premises of Stan Mullery Town Hall Street where there were over 100 exhibits including crochet needle and rush work and paintings from the members of the local Guild. Over 5,000 take part in the Virginia Parade where National and Tostal flags flew from every building. Miss M Elliott Tostal Queen led the parade in a carriage supplied by the Napper family and drawn by a donkey. The parade was led by Virginia School Harmonica Band followed by the Oldcastle Brass and Reed Band. An Tostal was proclaimed open by Very Rev Canon Brady PP.

Nation id shocked by the news of the death  of Captain Michael Tubridy Manger of Joe McGrath’s Stables in Dublin. Member of the Army Jumping Team since 1945. He leaves a wife and 2 daughters.

Breffni Park Draw 1^st £20 Mrs Sharkey Drumalee 2^nd £5 Thomas Connolly Golf Links Road 3^rd Pat Donohoe Ballinagh 3 prizes of £1 John Leinster Wolfe Tone Street Sonny Armstrong Cloverhill.

May 1^st 1954 TB on the decline in Ireland with the introduction of vaccine and better living conditions. In 1948 there were 3,103 deaths from the disease 1949 2,712 1950 2,380 1951 2,162 1952 1,579 and 1953 1,190.

Jimmy Moore wins the premier event at the London Transport Billiards Finals in London.Jimmty is son of Edward and Rose More Saint Brigid’s Terrace Cavan.

The drain of the youth of Cavan continues with Tommy Deignan star boxer scout footballer and swimmer being presented with a wallet of notes by Sergeant Henley Cavan Boxing Club on the occasion of his emigration to Canada in the Railway Hotel where music was supplied by the Accordion Sextet while Mel O Reilly is Guest of the Pavilion Musical Society where he is the recipient of a presentation as he too emigrates to Canada.

Death of Kathleen (Bobbie) O Hanlon 3 Farnham Street Cavan.She was wife of John F O Hanlon Managing Director Anglo Celt. She was daughter of John Gannon J P (Cavan Town Commissioner) sister of the late Reverend P J Gannon SJ who only died a few short months ago and Betty Gannon Music Teacher Upper Main Street (Charlie Fay’s).”Kate O Hanlon was small of stature but great of heart and possessed all of the noble qualities of a loving Irish wife and mother”. She suffered a stroke 4 years ago which greatly restricted her movement but never quenched her spirit. Father Jimmy O Reilly Adm recited the Rosary at the Removal where the coffin was carried to the hearse by members of the staff Anglo Celt. Survived by her husband John F sons Edward T Frederick F William P and daughter Joan sister Betty Gannon grandsons John F Simon granddaughter Morna.Thousands of messages of sympathy pour into the Anglo Celt for many weeks including letters and cards from the Bishop of Kilmore Austin Quinn Reverend Abbesses Poor Clares, Sisters of Mercy, Saint Louis Monaghan.Votes of sympathy passed with the family by Cavan County Council Cavan Urban Council Saint Joseph’s Young Priests and civic and religious groups from all over the country.

The Nomads with ‘Two Dozen Red Roses’ are nominated for the All Ireland Drama Festival Finals in Athlone when they are declared winners of the Bundoran Drama Festival with Jack Binchey once again the leading actor at the Festival.

May 8^th 1954  Smyth’s 60 Min Street Cavan continue their weekly promotion for new Hoover cleaners and washing machines with prices ranging from £30-£40.

Winner of the Breffni Park Draw and £20 is Mick Foynes Butlersbridge 2^nd £5 P Higgins College Street 3^rd £2 Miss B Smith Bridge Hotel £1 each James Shiels Cootehill Mrs Jenkins Town Hall Street Hugh Logan Farnham. Benny O Rourke Ashe Street was the popular winner of the £2 Promoter’s Prize.

Death of Josephine (Josie ) McCoy College Street 3^rd eldest daughter of Jim and Anne McCoy. She was the 4^th member of her family to die in the last 6 months. Huge crowd turn out for the removal and funeral. Father AB McGrath officiated at the funeral from the Cathedral to Cullies.

Surgeon BT Cullen represents Ireland with distinction coming 2^nd in the World Fly Fishing competition on Lough Sheelin.The winner was another Irish team member J McManus Westport.

Cavan Bridge Club Professor Browne and Una Brennan win the An Tostal Cup at Virginia.

May 15^th 1954 Bishop Quinn presides at the closing of the Men’s Mission in the Cathedral. Fathers Charles Cartwright was Deacon PJ Gargan Sub Deacon and Father Jimmy O Reilly Master of Ceremonies at the imparting of Solemn Pontifical Benediction of the Blessed Sacrament.

Death of Sergeant Daniel H McCaffrey who was in charge of Stradone station for the last 27 years. Popular with all classes and creeds he rendered excellent service to the community. Fair and even handed in all his dealings. Native of Kilorglin County Kerry he joined the Garda in 1922 and was promoted Sergeant in 1923.Served in Castlebar Shillelagh County Meath Emyvale Glaslough.Appointed Sergeant in Stradone in 1927.Outstamnding Angler he was also an active member of Cavan Dog and Gun Club. He was related to well known builder contractor and business man Patrick McGovern New York. Survived by his wife Kathleen 8 sons Reverend James McCaffrey Peter Thomas Daniel and Patsy John Christy Austin 5 daughters Eilish Helen Rita Florence and Bridie. Very Rev Canon McCabe officiated at the funeral from Saint Brigid’s Laragh o the adjoining cemetery. Supt  B McCarthy Ballinamore Division and Superintendent Joe Murray and Inspector J Butler represented the Cavan Division.

Death of Rose Fitzpatrick Mill Rock wife of the legendary James (Jamie) Fitzpatrick former road sweeper and worker with Cavan UDC.Very large attendance at the funeral from the cathedral to Cullies.

Death of James Cole Mitchell Street one of the oldest and most respected residents in the town. Funeral from the Cathedral to Cullies.

Gerry Hunt eldest son of Gerard and Mrs AG Hunt is received into the Benedictine Order at Glenstal Abbey where he was educated. He will be known as Brother Charles.

County Library in Farham Street is extended with the knocking down of a wall to give extra room while the Council carpenter Charlie Green has erected many new shelves to accommodate the growing stock of books at County Cavan Library.

EL (Buster) Holland eldest son of Mr and Mrs EO Holland Provincial Bank House has obtained his BA  at Trinity College Dublin where he was an outstanding member of the College Golf team.

May 22nd 1954 Results of General Election for the 15^th Dail Fianna Fail 66 seats Fine Gael 49 Labour 18 Clann Na Talun 5 Clann Na Poblachta 3 Independents 5. Poll was over 80%. Polling still to take place in Wicklow which was postponed due to the death of one of the candidates. Result of 1^st count Cavan Constituency (4 seats) Paddy Smith (Fianna Fail) 7,570 John Tully (Clann Na Poblachta) 5,896 John Cole (Independent) 4,704 Paddy O Reilly Murmod (Fine Gael) P O Reilly (Independent) 3,597 Seamus Dolan (Fianna Fail) 2,773 Mick Sheridan (Fianna Fail) 2,759 John F McGovern (Fianna Fail) 1,506 (lost his deposit).The counting of votes continued all day Thursday until the final result was announced by Returning Officer FJ McKenna at 12:45 am on Friday morning with Paddy Smith (FF) John Tully (CNP) Michael Sheridan (FF) and Patrick O Reilly (FG) all elected showing no change in representation from the 14^th Dail. It is expected that John A Costello will head Up a new Coalition Government after lengthy discussion with the representatives of the other parties.

Children of Mary and children of the Parish in procession to the flower bedecked Cathedral for Marian year celebrations. Processions all over Ireland to mark the Marian Year with tens of thousands lining the streets in bright sunshine to view the Dublin procession in which the trade union movements was prominently identified. 25.000 took part in the procession from the Pro Cathedral passing through O Connell Street where all traffic was held up for over 2 hours in the biggest and most remarkable demonstration of faith since the Eucharistic Congress in 1932. Army trumpeters sounded a fanfare of trumpets as the great procession halted for 3 minutes close to the GPO as the Palestrina Choir sang ‘The Bells of the Angelus’ between each decade of the rosary broadcast on public address from the Pro Cathedral.

 

May 29th 1954 Canonisation of Pius X  in Saint Peter’s Basilica Rome with over 1 million people in attendance and the ceremonies broadcast all over the world. Pius X died in 1914 of an alleged broken heart following his failure to broker a deal to prevent World War 1. He is the 79^th Pope to be canonised. The last being Pius IX in 1857 was also canonised.

Fleadh Cheoil Na H Eireann to be held in Cavan on Sunday and Monday June 6^th and 7^th.Competitions will be held in the Town Hall while all star concerts featuring Delia Murphy Leo Rowsome Sean Maguire Brian Coleman All Ireland step dance champion The Farrell Dancers Butlersbridge with Sean O Tuama as MC will be held in the Town Hall and Magnet Cinema.

Death of James Masters Railway Hotel. He returned from America 6 years ago. He was a native of Inishbeg Butlersbridge.Funeral from Saint Aidan’s Church Butlersbridge to the adjoining cemetery.

Tom McCarren  Brookvale catches the best trout (6lbs) of the season on Lough Sheelin.

June 5th 1954 John A Costello is elected Taoiseach by 79 votes to 66 for Eamonn De Velera  at the first meting of the 15^th Dail Eireann. George Norton is Tanaiste and Minister for Industry and Commerce General Richard Mulcahy Minister for Education Gerry Sweetman Minster for Finance Liam Cosgrove External Affairs James Dillon Agriculture TF O Higgins Minister for Health Mr O Donnell Local Government Brendan Corish Social Welfare Mr Keyes Posts and Telegraphs J Blowick Lands Mr Everett Justice General Sean McEoin Defence and Mr McGilligan Attorney General.

Marona Foster is this week’s winner of the Promoter’s Prize at the Breffni Park Draw when among the local winners are Joe Donohoe College Street Bridgie Foynes Butlersbridge and Mrs Meehan Saint Phelim’s Place.

Week long Ford Exhibition and Service in Jackson’s Garage featuring the new Prefect making its Cavan debut and commercial passenger and agricultural machinery is opened by Paddy Smith TD with County Manger Dermot McCarthy and members of Cavan Urban and County Councils in attendance. Representaives from Ford in Cork are available all week to answer queries and assist customers with their expert advice.

Father Bernard Collins a native of Curraghoo Cavan celebrates the Silver Jubilee of his ordination in Covina Califiornia where he is ministering as a priest. In attendance was Dr Timothy Manning Auxiliary Archbishop of Lo Angeles. Born in Curraghoo. Educated at Drumcrave School Saint Patrick’s College Cavan 1919-1923 and Saint Patrick’s Carlow where he was ordained in 1929. Father Collins is an annual visitor to his native Cavan and will be home as usual later in the year.

June 12th 1954 Over 500 traditional musicians from every county in Ireland participate in the very successful Fleadh Cheoil na h Eireann in Cavan. Town en fete for the occasion with flags and bunting flying from every building. Weather perfect for the occasion, the locals extended a Céad Mile Failte to the 10,000 good humoured visitors and everything went off without a hitch on a memorable weekend which was a great boost to trade in the county town. The Festival opened with a Pageant and Parade on Sunday with Drumcrow War Pipers leading followed by Monaghan Brass and Reed Band members of the Old IRA and ONE under Charlie Reilly and Aidan Madden followed. Over 30 competitions for over 200 prizes held over the week end. Finest music festival ever held in Ireland with representatives from over 500 CCE branches from Ireland  Britain and USA. Highlight of the celebrity concerts held in the Town Hall and Magnet Cinema on Monday night was the appearance of Joe Lynch who regaled the audience with stories songs and humour.Mrs Reilly of Gowna was again one of the outstanding acts as was Eamonn Keane with his yarns and recitations others taking part included the Farrell Family from Butlersbridge The Power School of Dancing Coffey School of Dancing Clones Leo Rowsome Sean Maguire Frank Gavin Brian Coleman. Local Winners included Intermediate Fiddle 1st Thomas Sweeney Cavan 2nd Senior Tin Whistle T Sheridan Cordoonan Arva .The Kilfenora and Moyglars tied in the Ceilidhe Band Final with 92 marks while Eugene Leddy and the Tulla Ceilidhe Band tied for 2^nd place with 91 marks. Senior Singing Irish and English 1st Sean McDonagh Kilnaleck 1^st Senior Traditional Irish Pauline Larkin Ballyhaise Tommy Reilly Main Street Killeshandra scored 98 points to win the Cavan Senior Accordion Championship.

Michael T Larkin is ordained a priest at Saint Patrick’s College Thurles. Son of the well known Joe and Mrs Larkin NT Ballyhaise he said his first Mass in Saint Mary’s Ballyhaise after which there was a Reception for family neighbours and friends in the Farnham Hotel.

Sean Conaty Corgararriff Ballyhaise is ordained a priest in  Saint Mary’s Cathedral Kilkenny by the Bishop of Ossory.

County Cavan Golf Club makes a presentation to Kevin Henry and Peter Finnerty who are leaving Cavan on promotion to Dublin and Kilkenny. They were 2 outstanding young members of County Cavan Golf Club.

J Gilchreest C/O Tom McKenna’s Main Street is the winner of the 1^st Prize in the Breffni Park Draw  3^rd Miss M McAdam C/o Providers £1 each Bartley Smith Connolly Street Tommy Cullivan College Street and Josephine McEntee Church Street. Promoter’s Prize Betty Breslin Coleman Road.

Sympathy is extended to Michael J Smith County Secretary on the death of his mother Elizabeth Smith Mount Prospect Park Contarf Dublin. During her time in Cootehill she took a leading part in all Church activities and was deservedly popular with all. She is survived by 3 sons Michael J County Secretary Peter Fairstyle Limited and Thomas GPO 2 daughters to whom deep sympathy is extended.

Death of Annie F McNamara Military Row daughter of Mrs McNamara and the late Michael McNamara. Survived by her mother brothers sister and relatives .Father Jimmy O Reilly Adm officiated at the funeral from the Cathedral to Cullies cemetery.

TP Connolly son of James Connolly Drumelis wins the Apprentice Plate at the Curragh. Attached to the McCormick Stables at the Curragh he is tipped for a bright future as a jockey in the racing game.

June 19th 1954 Cavan Urban Council refuse to allocate £3,000-£4,000 to develop a Park at the Farnham Gardens and give the green light for housing development to commence. This shameful decision was taken on the votes of Sean Magee Tom Fitzpatrick Mr Fegan Paddy Brady and Tommy Cullivan with the only dissenting voice being the Chairman Mary Brady who commented when the vote was taken and the resolution passed “The Farnham Gardens are gone forever”!

Death of Laurence Nee 12 Abbey Street. Master Baker in England after working for a number of years in a Cavan Bakery. Survived by his wife Betty sons Tommy Laurence daughters Bernadette Ethna

Breffni Park Draw 1^st and £20 Annie Finnegan College Street 2^nd £5 Maisie Morgan Farnham Street 3^rd £2 Mrs Betty Nee Abbey Street £1 each Jimmy Denning Upper Main Street Mrs Cullivan Wolfe Tone Street Mrs Browne Church Street. Promoter’s Prize Hugh P McEntee Saint Phelim’s Place.

Annie Tallon Bridget McCabe Michael Goldrick and John McDonald all patients at Saint Joseph’s Lisdarn are the lucky winners of a trip to Lourdes for Marian Year sponsored by the Cavan Branch Invalid Pilgrimage to Lourdes.

Death of Michael Mulligan 79 Pearse Street a native of Drumryan Poles County Cavan he was resident in the town for a number of years. Father Charles Cartwright officiated at the funeral from the Cathedral to Killygarry cemetery.

Congratulations to Kathleen Smith SRN Drumbo who obtained her certificate of Nursing at Baggott Street Hospital. She is only daughter of Matt Smith Senior Clerical Officer Cavan County Council and Elizabeth Smith. Drumbo.

Over 300 donations at visit of the Blood Transfusion Unit where Dr Michael Davitt grandson of the great Michael Davitt (Land League) was in charge. Arrangements were in the capable hands of Major PJ McDonagh Organiser Cavan Red Cross. Certificates were later awarded to the following Red Cross Home Nursing  Mrs E Breslin Ms R Connolly L Leonard C Dunn Carmel McDonald M Newman P Sheridan E Smith K Smith and M Smith First Aid Betty Breslin Mrs C O Connell Miss M Smith Miss Corina Flood Miss L Leonard M/s S Connollty M Lennon S McGovern Bobby Simpson George Simpson K Walsh.

June 26th 1954 Breffni Park Draw 1^st and £20 Louis Blessing 2^nd £5 Miss Geelan C/o The Regal 3^rd £2 Steve Duggan Agricultural College Ballyhaise 3 Prizes of £1 Mona Keenan Church Street Mr M O Carroll Saint Jude’s Cavan P Conlon Pearse Street. Promoter’s Prize £2 Tommy Young Ashe Street.

Josephine Keegan sister of Mrs JP Keegan Saint Phelim’s Place perishes in Carlingford Bay tragedy. Funeral to Dean’s Grange Cemetery.

New Bantam Refuse Lorry for Cavan Urban Council costing over £1,100 and possessing a 16 horse power engine with a tank capacity of 7 cubic yards. Will assist in the cleaning of the town daily and operate on refuse collection 3 days a week in the different areas of the town.

Presentation to Garda Hugh Sweeney on his retirement after 32 years service to the Force with the final 7 years in Cavan. He served in Shinloe Drumshanbo County Leitrim Riverstown County Sligo and is a native of Churchill County Donegal.

Harry O Connell off 20 with 67 wins the Captain’s Dr M Cooney’s Prize at County Cavan Golf Club 2^nd J Rogers (14) 68 3^rd E Timmoney (18) 68. Best Gross was returned by Jack Binchey playing off 6 with 76. There was a record entry of 67 and tea and refreshments was provided by Mrs Cooney helped y member of the Ladies Committee. John F O Hanlon in returning thanks to the Captain Dr Cooney and his wife and family for a splendid day welcomed back the Club professional Phil Lawlor who was making his first appearance after a serious operation. He also thanked Hugh Maguire Green keeper on the excellent condition of the Course.

Kathleen Sullivan Lady Captain’s Prize at County Cavan Golf Club 1^st Mrs A F McDonald (16) with 75. Handicap of 25 and Under  Dorie Smith (15) 81. Handicap 26 and Over Mrs R B Hickey (36) 80.

July 3rd 1954 Irish Press to publish new evening paper entitled ‘The Evening Press’ from their offices and printing press at Burgh Quay.

Mary M Brady is once again unanimously elected Chairman of Cavan Urban Council at their AGM in the Town Hall. .She was proposed by Tom Fitzpatrick Fine Gael and seconded by Gerry Kelly Fianna Fail. Pat McDonnell a member of Clann na Poblachta was elected Vice Chairman.

Jim Rafter has a hole in one at the 154 yards second hole at County Cavan Golf Club.

Terney Smith Butlersbridge is home on holiday staying with his sister Mrs O Reilly Athbara House while Jim Burke is back in College Street after 27 years in the USA.James and Michael Dunne from the USA are spending a holiday with their parents and family in Behey.

Sympathy is extended to Kathleen Sullivan wife of Dr Jack Sullivan on the death of her mother Anne O Sullivan in Ballylongford County Kerry.

Death of Robert Mee Inishmore Butlersbridge. Very Rev W H Shire officiated at the funeral from Cavan Parish Church to Kilmore cemetery.

Funeral of Katherine Deane wife of Bernard Deane Dew Drop Inn. Funeral from Saint Aidan’s Church Butlersbridge to Urney cemetery.

July 10th 1954 Brian Moyles Ken Browne and Aidan Foynes all members of the Butlersbridge County Minor Championship team are included in the Cavan team to play a star studded Down in the Ulster Minor Semi Final in Castleblayney.The Cavan Seniors will take on Tyrone in the Ulster Senior Semi Final on the same bill.

Untimely death of Francis Murray Tullac Mongan. Very popular man he leaves a wife and large family. Coffin draped in the tricolour-Francis was a member for many years of the Irish army. The O N E formed a guard of Honour at the well attended funeral in the Cathedral. Father JJ O Reilly Adm officiated at the funeral from the
Cathedral to Cullies.

J P Mansfield and Molly Finegan win the President’s John F O Hanlon’s Prize at County Cavan Golf Club scoring 74 nett 2^nd was Seamus Gilheaney and Miss K Reilly with the same score but inferior back 9. Tea was provided by Mr O Hanlon’s daughter Joan and a  number of lady members of the Club. Concealed Prize was won by W R Reardon. There was a record turn out of 62 members.

July 17th 1954 Cavan scrape past Tyrone 3-10 to 2-10 in the Ulster Senior Semi Final in Castleblayney and will now play the holders Armagh in the Ulster Final in Clones. As expected Down comprehensively beat Cavan 3-4 to 0-4 in a one sided Ulster Minor Semi Final.

Breffni Park Draw 1^st and £20 Sean Keogan C/o Leonard’s (Sean is a star footballer with Cavan and Cavan Slashers) 2^nd £5 Jackie Agnew Emmett Place 3^rd and £2 P J Leddy Drumurray.

Faster cleaner gentler with the clothes -Hover does it better at Smyth’s 60 Min Street Cavan.

Dom Celestine Cullen eldest son of Surgeon Bertie and Maura Cullen is ordained into the Benedictine Order at Glenstal Abbey by the Bishop of Cashel Dr Kinane. The following day Dom Celestine celebrated his first Mass in Glenstal. On Tuesday he celebrated his first public Mass in Saint Felim’s Hospital where his father is Physician. On Wednesday he celebrated Mass in the Cathedral where the congregation each received his first blessing. Father Cullen will return to Glenstal after a short holiday at home and will join the teaching staff at the Secondary School attached o the Monastery. First joined the Benedictines in 1946 at Glenstal where he received his secondary education. He later studied Philosophy and Theology in Belgium and Rome.

Doctor Brendan McGauran eldest son of Dr Anna and the late Dr Raymond McGauran Church Street is conferred with his Medical degree by Dr Alfred O Rahilly President of University College Cork. His father grandfather and great grandfather were all doctors and he has a number of siblings studying medicine at the moment.

Death of Paddy Neary well known Hackney Driver with Floods of Bridge Street where he worked for the last 17 years. He was one of the best known drivers in the Midlands. Worked in Cavan for over a quarter of  century. Father Charles Cartwright officiated at the funeral from the cathedral to Maghera cemetery.

July 24th 1954 Patrick F Baxter (Paddy) Saint Aidans Cavan is elected Cathaoirleacch (Chairman) of Senad Eireann .

New Parochial Committee formed following a meeting in the CYMS Hall with Father Jimmy O Reilly Adm Chairman. The purpose of the committee is to raise badly needed funds for the Parish including the installation of a Public Address System in the Cathedral and the upkeep and building of schools in the Parish. Money is urgently needed to outfit and equip the new school at Drumcrave which is under construction.

P J Rafferty Horticulture Instructor returns after a 13 day tour of Oars Versailles and Orleans where he studied the latest techniques in the growing of soft fruit apples pears and vegetables under frames organised by the Department of Foreign Affairs in Dublin.

A party of Boy Scouts from Cumbrai in the South of France under Canon Lefevobre are camping at Swellan Cavan and will leave to day by bicycle  for Ballyshannon on their tour of the Irish Coast line.

July 31st 1954 Death of Patrick Mc Carren Managing Director McCarren and Company Cavan at his residence Saint Helen’s Cavan at the age of 61. He had been ill for some time. Eldest son of the legendary Andrew McCarren J P Brookvale Cavan. He was educated privately and later at Blackrock College Dublin where he excelled academically and on the rugby field attaining captaincy of the Leinster Schools team in his final year. He was a moist decent cordial friendly man who had an encouraging word for everybody. He was deeply involved with the construction and fundraising for the new Cathedral ,the Committee of which his father had been the founder member back in 1917. He was President of Saint Patrick’s Conference Saint Vincent De Paul and a member of Saint Joseph’s Young Priests Society. Survived by his wife Margaret (Daisy) Nee Smith Carrigallen 5 daughters Mrs Campbell Mrs O Connor Helen Eileen Bernadette brothers Tom and Andrew sisters Sister Mary Paul Holy Rosary Sisters Killeshandra Margaret English Mrs Kiernan Ulster Bank House Carrigallen. Funeral following Requiem Mass in the Cathedral to Cullies cemetery. McCarren’s Factory was closed for 5 days as a mark of respect to the late Managing Director. Father Jimmy O Reilly Adm  assisted by Rev P Smyth CSSP (Nephew) officiated at the Funeral where the Cathedral was packed to capacity. Burial took place in Cullies cemetery.

Cavan win their 42^nd Ulster title beating Armagh (holders) 2-10 to 2-5 before 33,000 spectators at Clones in a tough uncompromising game. Cavan outstanding from the very start . Sherlock and the young Tom Maguire lorded it for Cavan at midfield winning 90 % possession for the challengers who now play Meath in the All Ireland semi final. On this display they will regain their All Ireland title last held in 1952. Cavan led by 2-6 to 1-3 at the interval. Scorers for Cavan Pat Carolan 1-2 Brian Gallagher 0-4 Gerry Keyes 1-1 Brendan Duignan 0-2 and Seamus Hetherton 0-1. Armagh scorers were Art O Hagan 1-4 J McBreen 1-0 Bill McCorry 0-1.

Parochial Committee 1954 Chairman Father James J O ReillyAdm Vice Chairman James Gilheaney NT Secretaries AJ O Brien and Tommy Smith Treasurer Barney Corr BDS.

Anna Donohoe daughter of John and Alice Donohoe Bridge Street qualifies as an SRN in Hove Hospital England.

Death of the incomparable Freddie Greene late of College Street in London. Native of Cavan town he was son of the late RN and Margaret Greene (Nee Maloney) College Street. His father was a Staff Reporter with the Anglo Celt. Tough hard nut Freddy had a heart of gold and was generous to a fault. Took an active part in the War of Independence 1920-1921.He served time in Ballykinlar and was first arrested at the age of 16 and later served 18 months in Newbridge Gaol. Outstanding boxer Freddy was a genuinely tough and fearless man and was the leading boxer with the old Cavan Boxing Club. He served with distinction with the British Army in Malta and was at one time missing reported dead. His death was announced in the Cathedral following the bombing of the barracks in Malta where Freddy was stationed to the great sorrow of his fellow towns people who always looked forward to his return from duty when he treated all and sundry to drinks and cigarettes until the money ran out and Freddy had to return to War. Freddy was later involved in the bitter hard fought battle for Crete and escaped miraculously when the Germans took over the island. His older brother Brendan later to marry Betty Ronaghan was taken a prisoner of War in Italy in 1942 and survived the long march across Poland to Germany in 1944 .Sergeant Brendan later returned to Cavan to live out his life on the Main Street. Freddy Green is survived by his brothers Kevin and Brendan sister Ada and his first cousins of the Smyth family 60 Main Street Cavan and the McConnell family Ashe Street. Burial took place in London.

New Cavan Accordion Band 1954 formed following a well attended meeting in the Railway Hotel. Chairman Kevin McDermott Vice Chairman Des Jenkins Treasurer Peter Kinsella Secretary Paddy Woods.

August 7^th1954 Breffni Park Draw 1^st £20 John F O Hanlon Farnham Street 2^nd £5 Margaret Gaffney C/o Tommy Hughes The Post Office 3^rd £2 Mary Ann McKiernan C/o The Surgical Hospital 3 prizes of £1 Eugene Monahan Main Street Sean Foynes Butlersbridge and Bella Power Coleman Road.

Surprise defeat for Cavan in the All Ireland Semi Final at Croke Park when Meath  exacted full revenge for their 1952 Final defeat when beating the Breffni men 1-5 to 0-7. Meath will now play the winners of the second Semi Final Galway or Kerry in the All Ireland Senior Final. Meath were totally outclassed in the first half but their dogged determination and never say die attitude kept them in the game despite Sherlock and Maguire lording it at midfield. But for the defensive work of Michael Paddy O Brien and Micheal McConnell their cause would have been lost at half time when Cavan only led by 4-1.Then came the news that the star of the Cavan team Victor Sherlock was injured and unable to resume at half time. With time almost up Cavan on their last attack were awarded a 35 yards free dead straight in front of the Canal goal but after Meath had engaged in a prolonged bout of gamesmanship orchestrated by their County Board Chairman Father Tully causing a delay of over 5 minutes ,Brian Gallagher drove inches wide. Scorers for Cavan Brian Gallagher 0-3 Seamus Hetherton  Pat Carolan Brendan Duignan and Gerry Keyes 0-1 each. Meath scorers Brian Smith 1-0 Paddy Meegan 0-2 Peter McDermott Micheal Grace and Tommy O Brien 0-1 each.

John Rodgers Leonard’s Drapery is the winner of a massive £1,000 in the Sunday People Spot The Ball Competition. Popular member of County Cavan Golf Club.

Death of Tommy Montgomery Senior Derrawinna. Founder of the famous Montgomery and Company Market Square who dealt in scrap feathers berries eggs and have an extensive car hire firm. He was father of the present Managing Director Tommy Central Market .Survived by his family Rev J Montgomery Garvary Rectory Enniskillen Dr James Montgomery Rhodesia Richard (Dick)  and Mrs M Jackson Farnham Street. Burial took place in Kilmore cemetery following Service in Kilmore Cathedral.

Cavan Accordion Band first outing in Lisdarn Hospital where they entertained the patients and staff and later in the week entertained the nuns and orphans in the Poor Clare Convent before parading the town. On the 15^th August they were the star attraction at Ballyconnell Sports and scoped first prize in the Marching Band section.

Sean Breen beats Patsy Connolly 6-4 6-3 to win the Junior Boys Open Championship at the Pavilion Lawn Tennis Club where there was an entry of 22. Girls Junior Championship Betty Brady Cavan beats June Wade Navan 6-4 6-3 and there was an entry of 16. Boy’s Handicap Eamonn Marron beat John Gear 6-3 3-6 6-2 and there was an entry of 22.

Sarah Cullen Assistant County Librarian passes her 1^st exam in Cataloguing and Classification Procedures at the Library Association of Ireland.

County Cavan Golf Club Saint Joseph’s Young Priests Society Cavan August 14^th 1953 County Council Cavan Urban Council Cavan County Committee of Agriculture are among the organisations extending sympathy to Margaret and the McCarren family on the death of Patrick MD McCarren and Company.

Old IRA Memorial to be unveiled at the Courthouse this Sunday.

Death of the legendary Bridie M Smith Brady Historian and writer after a long illness borne with customary courage and fortitude. Native of Castletara she particularly loved the Shantemon Mountain area and many of her poems and writings were based in that area. Gifted writer from her youth she penned ‘The Cockhill Road’ when a teenager and was a regular contributor to the Anglo Celt and Breffni Antiquarian Society and edited and contributed to Poet’s Corner in the Anglo Celt. In his tribute Playwright Joe O Reilly lauds Bridie M Smith Brady as a lady of fantastic imagination who could pick an incident out of ancient Irish History and bring it alive in vibrant colour and verse. She joined the Anglo Celt in the Accounts Department in 1905 before going to an Accountancy firm to study Accountancy rejoining the Anglo Celt in 1933. She was married to E Brady NT Ballyhaise who died early in life and lived most of her life with her brother Matt (Staff Officer Cavan County Council) and sister in Law Elizabeth Smith Drumbo where she died last Wednesday after a long illness borne great courage and resignation to God’s Will. She demanded loyalty from those around her and in turn was a good and faithful colleague in whom her friends could confide with confidence and be counselled wisely. She was a well known local Archaeologist and was frequently consulted by experts from the National Museum. Bridie M was a very humble religious charitable and cultured lady. She was aunt of PJ McCafrey Anglo Celt and later ‘Hole in the Wall’ Pub Phoenix Park Dublin. The Funeral from the cathedral was one of the biggest and most representative ever seen where all classes and creeds shoed their respects to a great Cavan personality. Burial took place in Killygarry Cemetery.

August 21st 1954 Outcry at Cavan County Council over the continuing practice of the local Banks to close from 1-2 on the day of the monthly fair leaving customers queuing and waiting for cash to complete their transaction. It was mentioned that in Monaghan the Banks closed from 11-12 and that this was much more suitable than the present arrangement in Cavan where they literally closed when most needed. Paddy Conaty proposed and MR Cassells seconded a proposal to forward to the Banks to adapt the same hours during the Cavan Fair as they exercised in Monaghan.

Final arrangements for the 54^th Cavan Show appointing Stewards and Collectors and prohibiting all cars from entering the Show grounds. Present were PN Smith Chairman M/S D O Brien George Morris K Kemp J Byrne R Quinlan and RS Black Senior.

Peggy Raftery is the only girl to achieve Honours in the Leaving Certificate at Loreto College Cavan. Peggy got Honours in Irish English French History and a Pass in Latin Geography and Mathematics.

Death of John F Conaty Annagelliffe on Wednesday after delivering milk to the town as was his norm for the last long number of years. Distinguished member of Cavan Committee of Agriculture. He was an expert in all things got to do with the land and the advancement of the farming community both at local and national level. He was father of Paddy Conaty Fianna Fail member of Cavan Urban Council and Cavan County Council. The funeral was one of the biggest  ever seen in Cavan with many people travelling long distances to be present.

Sympathy is extended to the Fitzpatrick Family and to Patricia O Reilly Insurance Broker on the death of their mother Grace  relict of John Fitzpatrick former Head of the Gas Company in Abbey Street. Funeral following Mass in the Cathedral to Glasnevin Cemetery.

Sister Jacinta is installed into the Our Lady of Fatima Order at the Church of the Most Holy Redeemer Alphonsus Road Dublin in the presence of her father and mother Edward and Elizabeth Kinsella (Nee Reilly) and other members of her family. She is the second eldest of the Kinsella family Tullac Mongan Cavan.

Corporal Mervyn Cinnamond British RAF stationed in Cornwall is on 40,000 mile tour of the Pacific. Stopping off in Ceylon New Zealand Fiji and Australia. Educated at Cavan Number 1 School The Royal School Cavan, Mervyn first worked with his cousins the Pollocks in The County Cavan Stores before joining the RAF in 1946. He has served in Germany and Gibraltar and is based in Wales. Mervyn is son of Edward and Mrs Cinnamond Church Street.

Death of Sister M Therese Kennedy at Loreto College. Native of Ballyferriter Dingle County Kerry. She was a member of the Loreto Order for the last 14 years. Bishop Quinn Presided at the Solemn Requiem Mass in the Convent Chapel where Father Pat Brady Saint Patrick’s College was Deacon Father PJ Gargan Sub Deacon with burial later in the adjoining graveyard.

Marian Year pilgrimage to Saint Mary’s Ballyhaise with bus fare 1 shilling return is very well patronised. Benediction imparted by Bishop Quinn at the end of the ceremony on the feast of the Immaculate Heart of Mary with each pilgrim receiving a Plenary Indulgence. Further pilgrimages to Ballyhaise are planned before the end of Marian Year 1954.

Hubert Duffy son of Paddy and Anna Duffy Owen Roe Terrace Cavan tops the Honours List at Saint Patrick’s College. Hubert a brilliant pupil scored honours in Irish Latin Greek English Physics and Chemistry with a Pass in Mathematics. Daniel Gallogly Ballinamore is credited with Honours in Irish English Latin Pass in Maths Physics and Chemistry. Matty Connolly achieves 2 Honours, Brian Corr had an Honourable Honour in Irish. 41 students sat the Leaving and there was 5 Honours and 33 passes.

August 28^th 1954 Hohner Accordions. “Keep the party going indoor and outdoor with a Hohner Accordion from Smyth’s 60 Main Street Cavan”.

Aidan Madden beats J P Mansfield 3 and 2 in the Final of the O Hanlon Cup for Handicappers 18 and over.

Mr and Mrs Thomas Smith 3 Colman Road celebrate the Golden Jubilee of their Marriage with Mass in the Convent Chapel celebrated by Father Jimmy O Reilly Adm followed by a Reception in the house. They originally had 21 children and there are 2 sons and 7 daughters still alive. They now have 29 grand children and 3 great grand children.Mr Smith is a veteran of the Boer War and was later Weigh master in the Market Yard for 48 years. Present at the Golden Jubilee celebrations were the surviving sons Hugh and Tony daughters Ettie Doyle Mary McCluskey Mr and Mrs Peter Heller with their 2 children from the USA.

Paddy Smith Chairman of Cavan County Council seconded by Dan McDonald on behalf of the Council and Staff extends sympathy to the wife and family of the late John Maguire Clerical Officer with Cavan County Council. All present standing .

Valerie McClelland Connolly Street follows in the footsteps of her brother Ivan by winning a Day Scolarship to the Royal School.

Linus McDonald Main Street is the lucky winner of £60 in the Gael Linn Draw.

September 4^th 1954 4 Kilmore patients are back in Lisdarn after a gruelling pilgrimage to Lourdes for the Marian Year. Travelling by sea and train 2 of the Monaghan patients died during the long trip Mary McGuiness (26) Smithboro and Matthew Duffy Castleblayney. The patients were accompanied by MA Cooney County Medical Officer of Health and Nurses M McManus Matron McGovern Galligan and Keogan.

Cootehill the new power in Cavan football retain their title with a 1-13 to 1-3 drubbing of Mullahoran in a desperately one sided and disappointing County Final at Breffni Park. Junior Champions in 1952 Cootehill retained their Senior crown which they won for the first time last year. Record Gate of £203 -15-9—

 £4 up on last year. Cootehil led by 1-8 to 0-1 at the interval. They beat both Cornafean and Lavey on their way to the Final. On this display they will dominate Cavan football for many years to come. Scorers for Cootehill Celtic Gerry Curran 1-3 Brian Gallagher 0-5 Gerry Keyes 0-2 Charlie Gallagher A Carragher 0-1 each. Scorers for a desperately disappointing Mullahoran Dreadnoughts Jack Boylan 1-1 Brian O Reilly and John Brady 0-1 each.

Cavan Boy Scouts return from 2 weeks camping holiday in Enniscrone under Scoutmaster John Donohoe and Acting Troop Chaplain Father Torlac O Reilly. The holiday was a great success with swimming in the sea twice  day football and games in the sand hills. The 40 members returned by private cars supplied by the parents fit and bronzed.

Joe Gilchrest a native of Drumbo dies in Australia. Active member of the old IRA he emigrated to Australia at an early age and never returned home. Sympathy is extended to his brothers sister and other relatives.

Richard Black breaks his leg playing soccer at Kilmore. On enquiry at the Hospital it was reported that Richard was making a full recovery.

September 11^th 1954 KLM flight from  Amsterdam to New York dives into Shannon Estuary just seconds after a 10 minute refuelling at Shannon Airport. There was 46 passengers and 10 crew on board and miraculously 22 passengers and 7 crew survived when the plane embedded itself on a mud bank in the Estuary. Unfortunately 28 people lost their lives-no Irish on board.

54^th Cavan Show draws a record crowd on a perfect day to Cavan Showgrounds.There was a record entry of over 2,200 in all categories. Entries were up 100 on last year. Results Whole Wheat Bread Mrs JG Kennedy 29 Cathedral Road 2^nd Myrtle Henderson Medical Hall Church Street 3^rd Mrs James Dawson Keadue Lodge Cavan. Plate of Pastries Nancy Wall Saint Anne’s Cavan Currant Cake Mrs Brigid Kavanagh 22 Wolfe Tone Street 2^nd Mrs J Brady Main Street 3^rd Mrs Thomas Brady 10 College Street. Soda Bread Mrs J Brady Main Street 2^nd Brigid Kavanagh 22 Wolfe Tone Street. Griddle Bread Myrtle Henderson 2^nd Mrs RS Black 9 Aynsley Terrace Cavan.Sanwich Cake (Jam)1^st Mrs Myrtle Henderson 2nd Mrs Mary McEntee 73 Church Street. Potato Cake Miss May Fitzpatrick Glenair Cathedral Road 2^nd Mrs B Pratt Drumconnick 3^rd Mrs Jim Cherry Cloverhill.Gooseberry Jam Mrs Halpin Ford Lodge 2^nd Mrs JJ Kenny Legaland.Strawberry Jam Mrs JJ Kenny Legaland Black Currant Jam 1^st and 2^nd Mrs Ned Cinnamond Church Street. Marmalade Jam Mrs Alice McConnell Ashe street. Raspberry Jam Mrs Jams Dawson Keadue Lodge 2^nd Myrtle Henderson 3^rd Mrs FW Swan County Hotel. Rhubarb Jam 1^st Kathy Mallon College Street. Fine Lace Mrs Rose Brady 1 Urney Terrace. Tea Cloth Mrs Kathleen S McKenna Main Street. Embroidery on Cotton Mrs Belder Pratt Drumconnick.

Cork beat Wexford 1-9 to 1-6 in a titanic Hurling Final before a record attendance of 84,856 who paid record gate receipts of £10,657. The attendance was a staggering 13,000 larger than the previous record. Cork forward Christy Ring won his 8^th All Ireland medal.

The Government spent £23,984,000 on Social Welfare in 1953.£8,766,000 for Old Age Pension £4413 for Children’s allowance £1,452,000 for Widows and Orphans and £1,437,000 for Unemployment Assistance. The total bill for administering the service was £813,000.

Michael N Conlon  former Town Clerk Cavan Urban Council and Staff Officer Department of Health Louth County Council is appointed Town Clerk of Ennis County Clare. Outstanding tennis gaelic football hurling exponent he is a former member of the Pavilion Musical Society.

Holiday time in Cavan with L Byrne holidaying with his brother Jack after 15 years in New York. SM Coyle from New Jersey holidaying with his sister Kathy Marron Cathedral Road.

Death of Annie Burns relict of Patrick Annagelliffe in Saint Phelim’s Hospital. Extremely popular and very religious lady. Funeral from Saint Brigid’s Cemetery to the adjoining cemetery.

Death of Emily Reid at the residence of her daughter Mrs Shannon Main Street Kingscourt. Outstanding exhibitor at Cavan Show she won many prizes for her produce and flower arranging. Sympathy is extended to her husband and family. Funeral from Cavan Parish Church to Kilmore cemetery.

New Nurses Home adjacent to the Surgical Hospital (McMullin’s House ‘Inis Fail’) will accommodate the entire Nursing Staff of 16 and 2 Radiographers.

Death of the very popular and very religious and charitable Nora Murray Cathedral Road. She was wife of Joe Murray Garda Superintendent and was one of Cavan’s most popular and best known figures. Native of Bundoran she had been ill for a long time and bore her illness with great fortitude and courage. Her funeral from the Cathedral was one of the largest ever seen in the town. Burial took place in Killygarry cemetery. Mr P Lavery District Justice was represented at the Funeral by P Hoey District Court Clerk.

Raymond Brady eldest son of Maurice and Kay Brady Upper Main Street tops the Honours List with 7 Honours in the Intermediate Certificate at Saint Patrick’ College.

September 18th 1954 Coalition Government begin to pull back on their promise to locate a new County Hospital  at Keadue Cavan.T F O Higgins Minister for Health meets a deputation from Cavan County Council. Later it emerges that no action will be taken on the erection of the Hospital until 1959 at the earliest. More and more it would seem from the columns of the Anglo Celt at this period it was “To Hell or to Cavan” as far as successive Ministers for Health and  Governments were concerned.

Lourdes Shrine at Drung Church donated by wealthy Dublin business man Patrick J Brady in memory of his parents and family is unveiled by the Bishop of Kilmore Austin Quinn at a largely attended ceremony at Drung Church. The contractors were Smith and Reilly Ballyhaise under the supervision of Paddy Gaffney BE. The Sculptures by JA Degini and Son Dublin. The gates and surround were made and erected by Corry’s Bailieboro.The ceremony was relayed on the Public Address by Smyth’s 60 Main Street Cavan who also did the entire electrical wiring at Drung Church where Tommy McCormack Tullac Mongan and Jimmy Mallon Owen Roe were in charge of operations.

Cavan Haps win the Junior Divisional Final when they beat old foes Ballyhaise 2-7 to 1-4 at Ballyhaise on Sunday. The Harps led by 1-2 to 0-4 at half time .The Harps completely dominated the second half and Tommy Sheridan  0-2 Paddy Brady goal Petsie Lawlor  and Cathal Young 0-1 added to the total.

Cavan Rugby Club 1954 President George V Maloney Secretary Cyril Anderson Treasurer F Hall Match Secretary Dessie Tweedy Captain Garrett Cooney Vice Captain Norman Cinnamond. Thanks is voted to John Anderson Royal School for the playing field Anglo Celt for publicity and Ulster Arms for facilities on match days Red Cross for attending all the home games Arthur McLoughlin for refereeing many of the home games. Committee M Donnelly A McLoughlin F Lynott C Fay Richard S Black Senor. First game of the Season is against Enniskillen.

Maire Donlon Saint Phelim’s Place tops the Intermediate Honours List at Loreto College with Honours in Irish English Latin French Mathematics History and Geography Music. Pass in Drawing. Maidre was closely followed by Tullyco native Nancy Brady with Honours in Irish English French History and Geography Pass in Drawing and Latin.

Closing Down Sale at County Cavan Stores owned by the Pollock family for many years now owned by the Porter’s from Clones. There are give away bargains in every department. W H Woolworth have bought the Store and will commence trading shortly.

Breffni Park Draw 1^st £20 Donal Brady White Star 2^nd £5 Mrs Fay Owen Roe Terrace 3^rd £2 Felix McElhane C/o Sullivan’s .3 prizes of £1 Steve Duggan Ballyhaise College Deidre Malone Gaelic House Mrs Maguire Wolfe Tone Street Promoter’s Prize £2 Mick Foynes Butlersbridge.£3,751 in prizes paid to date.

Parochial Bazaar in Town Hall with valuable prizes donated by local traders. Door to door collection for Parochial funds will be taken up each week from the end of the month.

20 tons of hay destroyed at Saint Patrick’ College despite early arrival of the Fire Brigade under Phil Wright with Aidan Madden Captain. The alarm was raised by Patrick Smith Steward at the college.

Orders made by County Manager Dermot McCarthy Susan Smith Carrickaboy to be cook with full accommodation and board at Nurses Home £34 per annum. Anne Smith from Carrickaboy and Mary J McCabe Tunnyduff be appointed Wardsmaids in Cavan Surgical Hospital at £60 per annum. Frank O Keefe and Dick Mulcahy appointed Drivers with Cavan Fire Brigade at £25 per annum.Helen Halligan Clerical Officer Cavan County Council to replace John V Kelly in Taxation Office. Collette McSherry 9 Saint Felim’s Place be appointed Clerk Typist at £160 per annum rising to £275 with the usual allowances.

September 25^th 1954 Awaiting entries from Library

October 2nd 1954 Four Cavan men in collision with a car driven by 19 year old French student Dominic Pratt with an address t Fitzwilliam Square Dublin in the Phoenix Park while returning from the All Ireland Final at 8 pm on Sunday evening. The occupants were rushed to Dr Stevens Hospital where C Miney Rossa Place Carpenter  Paddy Brady UDC Saint Phelim’s Place and John Reilly Main Street Cavan was detained in Hospital suffering from had injuries. The French student was later convicted of speeding and dangerous driving causing injury.

Eugene Monahan 56 Upper Main Street is appointed Agent for Morgan Cal Importers.

Breffni Park Draw 1^st £20 Frank Carroll Creighan Terrace 2^nd £5 May McConnell Ashe Street 3^rd £2 Charley O Rourke Town hall Street Prizes of £1 each to Mel Doherty Saint Brigid’s Terrace Mrs McEntee College Street and Cyril McGovern Swellan. Promoter’s Prize £2 Joe O Rourke Town Hall Street.

Meath beat a listless out of sorts Kerry team 1-13 to 1-7 to win their 2^nd All Ireland at Croke Park Dublin. Meath tore into the fray as if their very lives depended on the outcome while Kerry seemed to be surprised at the ferocity of the exchanges and never got to grips with the game. To rub salt in the wound Dublin beat Kerry in the All Ireland Minor Final with a goal in the very last second to leave the final score Kerry 2-3 Dublin 1-8.

Dr M Viney Bishop of Rhodes is staying in the Farnham Hotel while he looks up his Cavan roots. He is also planning to go to Donegal where the family originated.

Death of Mrs Mary McCullough Rosculligan.She was relict of John and a member of the Quinn family, she was one of the oldest and most respected residents in the town. Sympathy is extended to her sons daughters and reltives.Funeral from the Cathedral to Cullies cemetery.

Death of Patrick Cosgrove at the residence of his sister ‘The Bungalow ‘Keadue Lane. He returned from the USA after many years just a few short years ago. Funeral from Saint Aidan’s Butlersbridge to the New cemetery.

Death of Michael Brady Upper Main Street and late of Lisatoo Stradone. Came to live in the town after he retired. Funeral from Laragh Church to the adjoining cemetery.

Father Eugene Ward conducts a 5 day Retreat for member of the Legion of Mary in the Poor Clare Convent Chapel with sessions morning and evening. The mission concludes with Solemn Benediction and Papal Blessing.

Capacity attendances at Harvest Thanksgiving in Methodist Church with Rev W S Dale and W S Callaghan officiating. Myrtle Henderson was on the organ and Rev G D Slath the Preacher.

WA Ryan Halifax Nova Scotia is staying with his friends Mr and Mrs Vincent Cullen whom he met while the Cullens were out visiting their daughter Mrs W Purcell in Canada. Just retired after 44 years he was Treasurer of the Irish Canadian Society which is in existence since 1786.

K Askins Danesfort wins prizes at the Royal Horticultural Show for her fine display of dahlias and flower arrangements.

Very successful Fashion Show in the Town Hall by Vera Brady Auburn House as she unveils the Autumn Fashions for 1954. All the clothes are Irish manufactured and designed. Models from the Betty Whelan Agency captivated the capacity attendance.

Paul Ronan Printing Department Anglo Celt is presented with a hefty wallet of notes to mark his retirement after 50 years service to the Anglo Celt by WP O Hanlon Managing Director in the Farnham Hotel. Tributes are paid to Paul by Jimmy Donoghue Linotype Operator and legend Gerry Kelly UDC Rotary Engineer. Later the staff and management joined in musical items and mirth.

Cavan Bridge N/S Una Brennan and J M Breen E/W Mr Moynihan and Mr Mansfield.

Barry Cullen 2^nd son of  Mr and Mrs Surgeon Cullen marries Ann eldest daughter of J P Black Clones at The Pro Cathedral Marlborough Street Dublin.

October 9^th 1954 A branch of Northern Insurance with MP O Carroll Manager opens at 99 Main Street Phone Cavan 162.

Big sales drive for newly launched  Astor Cigarettes costing 1/- for 10 and 2/- for 20.

Dympna Maloney daughter of George V and Eileen Farnham Street weds John McNicholas son of Brigid and the late Patrick McNicholas Foxford County Mayo at University Church Stephen’s Green Dublin. Papal blessing was imparted after Nuptial Mass.

Breffni Park Draw 1^st and £20 Steve Duggan Ballyhaise College 2^nd John Reilly Derrylena Butlersbridge 3^rd £2 Eddie Maguire 19 Saint Brigid’s Terrace Cavan Prizes of £1 to Mr Ryan Abbey Street Rev T Canon McCormack South Wales and BF Kiernan Carrigallen.Promoter’s Prize Joe O Rourke Market Square.

According to the most recent Census the population of the Republic of Ireland is 2,933,000.

Peggy Donegan Tullac Mongan Mary Walsh Keadue Peggy Smith (Shop Assistant) Betty Brady Susan Coyle and Jack Smith (Irish Agent for McCarren’s) are all on board the SS George as it sails out of Cobh for the USA. All are emigrating to New York.

Harvest Thanksgiving at Cavan Parish Church on Friday and Sunday nights. Service conducted by CM Kenna Rector Church of Ireland Edgeworthstown assisted by GN Cave and Rev Canon JM McBrien. Soloist was Oliver Black with the legendary Mrs Daniels Drumard House on the organ.

Cavan Players present ‘Is The Priest at Home’ by Joseph Tumulty produced by Dr FPE Smith for the coming season of Drama Festivals.

The State benefits to the tune of an incredible £23 million from the sale of cigarettes in 1953. Income Tax was £20,214000 Excise duty on beer and spirits £5.60 million Duty on Petrol £6.8 million.

Carmel McDonald and Frankie Cinnamond win the first Badminton competition of the new season at Cavan Pavilion Club.

October 16th 1954 Tom F O Higgins Minister for Health on a visit to Cavan hints at problems with funding for the new Hospital at Keadue Cavan. Later back in Dublin the Minister confirms that the Hospital Project for Cavan has been postponed until 1959!

Death of James Meehan Wolfe Tone Street well known pig dealer in the area. He spent many years in Canada before returning to his native Cavan town. Father PJ Gargan officiated at the funeral from the Cathedral to Cullies cemetery.

CYMS Whist Drive Top Score MJ Clarke Swellan 1^st Lady Mrs Sloan Ballinagh 2^nd Mary McGovern Church Street 1^st Gent P Murray Tullac Mongan 2^nd Gent PJ Masterson Cornafean and Frank Tully (Tie).

Cavan Bridge Club 1954 President Surgeon BT Cullen Captain John M McBreen Secretary JP Mansfield Treasurer Dermot Morgan Committee Rev Sean O Reilly Saint Patrick’s College William Browne MA and Mr Moynihan.

October 23^rd 1954 TP McKenna Mullagh last July gave up his job as a Banker in Dublin when informed that he was being transferred to the Ulster Bank in Killeshandra. Despite the outcry from his family who were totally opposed to TP going into the professional theatre he is making a big name for himself with Anew McMaster at the Pyke Theatre playing second lead to McMaster in 3 Shakespearian plays Horatio in Hamlet Horbensio in The Taming of the Shrew Albany in King Lear. Educated at Saint Patrick’s College where he came under the tuition of the legendary Father Vincent Kennedy he was a star of the annual Gilbert and Sullivan operas staged by the College in the Town Hall. Passed his leaving certificate with distinction in 1948 he was later recruited by the Ulster Bank and worked in Dublin. Member of the Rathmines and Rathgar Musical Society he was also a member of the Dublin Shakespearian Society and toured all over the country presenting Shakespearian plays to schools and colleges that were on the Leaving Certificate Curriculum.TP is finding it a big change to adapt from being an amateur actor to the professional ranks saying that attitude and demands from the professional ranks are very exacting. TP is son of Ralph McKenna Mullagh grandson of TP McKenna MP former Chairman of Cavan County Council. He is a cousin of PJ O Reilly State Solicitor Bailieborough and Father Torlac O Reilly Saint Patrick’s College Cavan.

Death of Elizabeth Miney Rossa Place wife of Thomas Miney and mother of a very large family. She was a daily Communicant and a life long member of  the Sodality. Rev AB McGrath officiated at the funeral from the Cathedral to Potahee.

Charles O Rourke son of Frank and Teresa O Rourke Market Square obtains his Engineering degree with Honours at UCD. Charlie has been appointed to the staff of Dublin Corporation.

New Boxing Club for Cavan town ‘Breffni Boxing Club’ with President Father PJ Gargan Chairman Dr FPE Smith Vice Chairman A ‘Sandy’ Gordon Secretary Frank O Keeffe and Captain Sean ‘Spider’ Donohoe. Committee Harry Dale Bobby Gray Stan Mullery W Heavey Liam Bogue James Brady Dr R Walsh Trainer Sergeant Hennelly.

Death of Ellen (Nelly) Harper daughter of Mr and Mrs Harper Farnham Cavan. She was a Cashier in Tweedy Acheson’s before going to work in George Fagan’s. She emigrated to Wales in 1937 and joined the Women’s Royal Army Corps and later worked in the British War Office who were all represented at the funeral.

October 30^th 1954 County Manager’s Orders (Dermot McCarthy) Richard T McCarthy to be Clerk of Works at £10 per week with the usual allowances and conditions. Benny Conaty Connolly Street to supply stout to the Institutions at 7/9 per dozen and Soda Water (Bottled) at 5/1 per dozen. Sean Fitzpatrick’s Tunnyduff quote of £864-10-0 for the erection of the new Dispensary at Mountain Lodge to be accepted.

Among the winners in this week’s Breffni Park Draw are £5 S Marron Auburn House Aidan Foynes Butlesbridge and Mrs O Dowd Farnham Street £1 each.

GM Cooney son of County MOH Dr MA Cooney qualifies as a Solicitor –he is presently apprenticed to M Maguire Longford.

Mick Delahuanty enchants the capacity crowd at the annual Pavilion Dance in the Pavilion Ballroom which was beautiful decorated and there were many spot prizes for the dancers.

Death of  James McCusker Main Street after a long illness. He was the proprietor of the well known Hairdressing Salon in Main Street and for many years he ran a very successful Snooker Club at the back of the premises. Sympathy is extended to his wife family and other relatives. Father AB McGrath officiated at  the funeral from the Cathedral to Killygarry cemetery.

Private Liam Moore wins the Eastern Command 7^th Battalion light middle weight championships at Collin’s Barracks.

CYMS Whist Drive Top Score Mrs Donohoe Laragh 1^st Lady Mrs Eugene Smith Church Street 2^nd Lady Tie Mrs Arnold and Mary McGovern Church Street.1^st Gent P Brogan Butlersbridge 2^nd Gent Michael Clarke Swellan.

November 6^th 1954 Death of the well known highly respected William Weir 19 Breffni Terrace veteran of the Boer War, he also fought in the First World War 1914-1918. Father JJ O Reilly Adm officiated at the funeral from the Cathedral to Cullies cemetery.

County Board Comaltas Ceoltori Na H Eireann formed at meeting in the Town Hall President Dr BJ Galligan Chairman S Duffy NT Arva Vice Chairman Miss M Fox Cavan Secretary Eileen McEidin Arva Assistant Secretary Brian Flynn Kilnaleck Joint Treasurers James McCabe Drumcrow and Andy Smith Lavey. The meting concluded with a well attended Ceilidhe in the Town Hall.

Cavan Bridge N/S Kathy Brady and Gerry Hunt E/W Kathleen Sullivan and JM Breen.

Cavan go down to Ballymena 15-3 in the first round of the Ulster Junior Cup at the Royal School grounds despite an early try from Norman Cinnamond that tied the game at 3-3 at the interval. Ballymena pack exerted their superiority in the second half Birt Balmer try and a penalty goal by Hamilton sealed the issue for Ballymena who will be a force in the remainder of the competition.

1^st Parochial Bazaar in 17 years a resounding success with prizes donated by local firms and all the ticket sellers canvassers collectors and stewards giving of their time freely and generously. Father Jimmy O Reilly Adm thanked everybody particularly MC Gerry Lovett for making the Bazaar such a great success.

Sympathy is extended to Matt Fay Licensed Vintner Upper Main Street on he death of his father in Straugh Ballyjamesduff. The deceased was if advanced years and very popular un the locality.

Death of Andy Ronaghan Town Hall Street after a long illness borne with courage and fortitude. Member of one of Cavan’s leading business families Andy worked in the Family Butcher’s Shop at Main Street opposite Bridge Street Corner for many years. He was eldest son of Mr and Mrs Charles Ronaghan Main Street. He is survived by his wife Christina and one young son Paddy sisters Mary Anne O Reilly Church Street Mrs B O Connor Main Street Sally O Rourke Saint Phelim’s Place and Betty Greene Main Street. Funeral from the Cathedral to Cullies cemetery.

Social and presentation o J P O Connell Hibernian Bank to mark his transfer as Manager to the Sligo Branch. He has served the Community in Cavan for the last 11 years. He was Chairman of the Cavan Players Assistant Secretary at County Cavan Golf Club Cavan Drama Festival and active member of the Saint Vincent De Paul and other Church charities and activities. He will be replaced by William Righill from the Sligo Branch of the Bank. The presentation on behalf of the Cavan Players to Mr and Mrs O Connell was made by Dr FPE Smith in the Farnham Hotel.

Presentation in the Pavilion to Noel and Kathleen Mullin and Dickey and Imelda Mullery to mark their recent marriages.

New Gramophone Society President William Browne MA Chairman Rev Robert McCabe Saint Patrick’s College Secretaries Tom McConville and Dr P Watters Treasurer Eugene Timmoney.

1^st Recital by Father Robert McCabe included Mozart in D Major and Schubert’s Unfinished Symphony.

November 27th 1954  Saint Patrick’s College Dublin Branch President Paul Galligan Chairman J Doren O Reilly PC Secretary Michael Gilheaney MSc Treasurer Patrick McDonald BE and Malachy Leamont.

Death of Andrew Geraghty Colman Road at the residence of his daughter Rosaleen Saint Phelim’s Place. Late of CIE where he spent 48 years of his life. Native of Westmeath he came to Cavan after school and apprenticeship and spent all of his adult life in Cavan town. Distinguished member of Cavan Urban Council for many years-he was a past Chairman and Vice Chairman of the body Funeral from the Cathedral to Killygarry cemetery.

Breffni Park Draw 1^st £20 Joe Finegan Main Street 2^nd £5 Mrs Anna McEntee 57 Min Street 3^rd £2 Annie Brady Town Hall Street £1 each to  Ann Moore C/o McCarren’s H Toney NT Lisboduff J Reilly Carrickaboy £2 Promoter’s Prize to  Tommy Reilly The Regal.

John Joe O Reilly College Street on his way to Chicago after Social and presentation to him by his many friends and neighbours in the Railway Hotel Cavan.

Death of Kathleen Cassells in London. She was a sister of Elizabeth McCormack 5 Saint Mary’s Terrace and aunt of Teddy McCormack Anglo Celt.

December 4^th 1954 Mary Donohoe LDS Church Street Bailieborough is appointed Dental Surgeon Cavan County Council. She was originally Assistant Dental Officer for schools in County Down.

Breffni Park Draw 1^st £20 Jim Leonard 2^nd £5 Valerie McCarren 3^rd £2 Phyllis Smith Main Street. Promoter’s Prize £2 William Bergin Abbey Street.

Pat Crowley and his Orchestra from Cork entertain a packed to capacity attendance in the Town Hall for the Bachelor’s Ball. Supper was later served in the Ulster Arms.

CYMS Whist  Top Score Mrs B Sloan Ballinagh 1^st Lady A Storey Swellan 2^nd Mrs Dowd Saint Phelim’s Place 1^st Gent Jimmy McCormack 5 Saint Mary’s Terrace 2^nd Gent Joe (Bendy) Fitzpatrick College Street.

Sir Winston Churchill celebrates his 80^th Birthday as the World salutes one of the truly great figures of the 20^th century. He appears on BBC TV for an interview before being received by Princess Elizabeth at Buckingham Palace. Both House of Parliament meet in Westminster Great Hall to present Winston with £150,000 which is only a small part of the donations to the Birthday Fund. Over 7,000 messages and telegrams from leaders all over the world including President Sean To O Kelly and the Pontiff Pius X11 are received.

December 11th 1954 Worst storm for years as the country is battered by gales rain and snow. Telephone and Electricity supplies disrupted. Many cars left the town for Knock to celebrate the close o the Marian Year. Only one car made it through leaving at 8:45 and returning at 8:15 on the 8^th December after attending all of the ceremonies in Knock. The River Annalee and Erne burst their banks.

Ailing Pope Pius X11 closes the Marian Year as millions tune into Vatican Radio in Rome on radio and television.

Newly formed Comaltas Ceoltori Eireann get off to a flying start by urging Cavan Urban Council not to let the Town Hall at the low rate to those promoting foreign and imported dance and music. The Council decide to discriminate between the various types of dances with Modern and Old Time to be charged at the higher rate while subsidising the Weekly Ceilidhe in the Town Hall !

Guinness and Company make an astounding profit of £5,862,496 up 23% on the corresponding period last year.

Cavan Urban Council total expenditure for the year is a modest £27,054. While there is general disquiet at the attitude of tenants adjoining the Protestant cemetery who are using the facility for grazing goats and have knocked huge holes in the perimeter fences allowing horses to be admitted to the cemetery despite the protests of the Haddock Family who are the Caretakers. Town Clerk is instructed to write to the tenants warning them of their trespassing.

County Cavan Golf Club 1955 President John F O Hanlon Captain Jack Sullivan Secretary Dermot Morgan for the 20^th consecutive year Assistant Secretary Dr FPE Smith. Committee Louis Blessing T Brady Dr MA Coney Dr BT Cullen Tom J Fitzpatrick Bob Henderson Jim Leonard MJ Magee Jim Rafter Edward T O Hanlon.Vote of thanks to the outgoing Captain Dr MA Cooney. Winners 1954 President’s Priize J Mansfield and Molly Finnegan Captain’s Prize Harry O Connell Dr Cullen Cup Dr RJ O Reilly O Hanlon Cup A Madden Farnham Cup Hubert Duffy.Ladies’ Section President’s Prize Minnie McCarren Captain’s Maureen McDonald and Senior Cup Kathleen Sullivan.

End of Marian Year Mass in McCarren’s Factory where the altar and surrounds were beautifully decorated and the celebrant was Father AB McGrath.

CYMS Whist Top Score Tommy Young Ashe Street 1^st Lady Kathleen Meehan Military Row 2^nd lady Miss Matthews 1^st Gent JJ Norry 2^nd Gent John Clarke Cavan

Bridge Club N/S Mr and Mrs Reardon E/W Kathleen Sullivan and Maureen McDonald.

Clive Anderson gives this week’s recital at the well attended an appreciative Cavan Gramophone Society. Next recital by Laurette Kiernan.

Cavan Urban Council is to build 50 additional 3 bedroom houses at Swellan under the Housing of Middle Classes Act 1946.This development when completed will bring to 270 the number of houses owned by Cavan UDC.

Death of Joseph Grey Lisnageer Cootehill at Rossa Place. He was uncle of Robert Grey Building Contractor Drumnavanagh. He was a Master Joiner by trade. Funeral from Methodist Church Cloverhill to Aughnamullen cemetery County Monaghan.

December 18th 1954 Cavan Christmas Tree 1954 Chairman Jimmy Finlay Treasurer Tommy Reilly Secretary Frank O Keeffe. Santa will arrive on the Fire Tender attended by member of Cavan Fire Brigade under Captain Aidan Madden. He will then distribute gifts to over 400 children in the Town Hall.

Congratulations to JP McMullin FRCSI eldest son of  Surgeon JC McMullin formerly of Cavan Surgical Hospital who has been admitted as a Fellow of the Royal College of Surgeons England. Surgeon McMullin is on the staff of Saint Elizabeth’s Hospital London.

Cavan Accordion Band 1955  Chairman Garda Nolan Vice Chairman Joseph McCabe Treasurer Louis Mallon Secretary Hubert Duffy Committee Sergeant Hennelly Patrick Woods  Garda Oates Patrick Marron Louis Ronan and Kevin McDermott.

Monthly meeting of the County Board CCE in the residence of Kathleen Galligan 13 Ashe Street.

 

Cavan Bridge N/S Kathleen Sullivan and Maureen McDonald E/W Father Sean O Reilly and William Browne.

Outstanding production at Loreto College in the presence of Bishop Quinn the pupils perform ‘The Message of Lourdes’. Before the play the Loreto Convent Choir of 100 pupils sang Ave Maria, My Sheppard, The Early Dawn. The breathtaking scenery was painted by Tom Jenkins Town Hall Street. The distinguished guests were entertained by the Mother Superior to a delightful supper at the interval.

Turkey Prices for Christmas vary from 3/6-3/8 for Cocks and 4/6 to 4/9 for Hens. Geese were being sold for 2/- to 2/3 per lb.

December 25th 1954 ‘The United Irishman’ and ‘Resurgent Ulster’ are banned from being sold or published in Northern Ireland by order of the Minister for Home Affairs GB Hanna Q C.

Loughan House on the shores of Lough McNean headquarters of the Society of the Missionaries of Africa is opened for the first time. The building was purchased 2 years ago and the former 6 bedroom house has undergone massive refurbishment since then by Paddy Elliott and Company Cavan. The White Fathers was  founded 70 years ago and has 3,000 missionaries ministering in 30 districts in Africa. Loughan House is now opened as a Philosophical College and will receive Irish students of Leaving Certificate standard. The Society ordains over 100 priests per year but need more than twice that to cater for the demand in African countries.

Holy Father’s health has improved to allow him to meet with Ambassadors to the Holy Sea and he will  give his Christmas Message and Blessing at noon on Christmas Eve while he will appear briefly on the balcony overlooking Saint Peter’s Square to impart the Urbi et Orbi blessing on Christmas Day.

Inspector McLoughlin is transferred to Garda Headquarters and is replaced by Inspector Butler in Cavan.

Annual treat for Choir Boys and Altar Boys organised by Father AB McGrath CC includes free picture show in the Magnet Cinema and social and carol singing under the direction of Brother Augustus in the De La Salle School. At the conclusion of the festivities Father McGrath thanked both the Principal Brother Augustus and Brother Cyprian for their help and co operation and the Ladies’ committee  Maura Cullen Teresa O Rourke Mrs M Corr Mrs Tom McConville Margaret English Miss T Cooney  and Bella Power.

Andrew (Adge) G Galligan Connolly Street qualifies as an Accountant. He was educated at the Poor Clares’ De La Salle and Saint Patrick’s College and is eldest son of Michael J (Manager of Providers) and Maura Galligan Books Stationery and Office Supplies Connolly Street Cavan.

Death of John P McShane Farnham Road. One of the founders of Cavan Mineral Waters in 1927 along with John Coulter. Survived by his wife and family. Father PJ Gargan officiated at the funeral Mass in the Cathedral while Father AB McGrath officiated at the graveside in Killivirra Carlingford County Louth.

Marriage of Matthew J ( Mattie) Donohoe College Street and Canada son of Matt and Mrs Donohoe to Susan Boylan youngest daughter of Mr and Mrs P Boylan Scotstown County Monaghan in Notre Dame Church New Hyde Park Long Island New York. After their brief honeymoon in New York the couple returned to Canada.

CYMS Top Score Mrs Casey 2^nd Lady Mrs B McCabe 2^nd Lady Mrs Cyril Arnold.1^st Gent Jack Clerkin 2^nd Gent Pat O Neill Ulster Arms 3^rd Gent Tommy Connolly.

The Pavilion Club will present their 7^th Annual Pantomime Cinderella in the Town Hall from the 2^nd to -9^th of January 1955.

Phil Cullivan and Patrick Cooney are included in the Cavan/Armagh selection to play Belfast at the Royal School Grounds on January 1^st 1955.

Jim Scanlon with an address next to Mullery’s garage is offering 10% off all jewellery this Christmas and New Year.

January 1st 1955 Holy Father recovering his health as he takes drives and walks in private gardens at Vatican City.

Seamus Morris  Tom Hardy Brian O Reilly Pat Carolan Victor Sherlock Johnny Cusack and Tom Maguire are the Cavan representatives on the Ulster team.

Earl Sophia Burke daughter of Mr and Mrs E Burke  Hill House Durris Bantry County Cork marries Mervyn Alexander Cinnamond son of Edward and Mrs Cinnamond Church Street Cavan at Presbyterian Church Golden Green London. Rev E S Smith officiated.

Benjamin( Benny) O Rourke is the star  of the Christmas entertainment for The children of the Poor Clare Orphanage followed by a short picture show by Superintendent Joseph Murray. Saint Vincent De Paul distributed gifts to the children during the afternoon entertainment. Later Joe Murray and Saint Vincent De Paul entertained the patients in Saint Phelim’s Hospital.

Mild dry weather results in brisk trading in Cavan town in the week leading up to Christmas with no last minute rush on Christmas Eve as  the shelves of most shops were cleared of their stock.

Laurette Keenan gives the recital at Cavan Gramophone Club. Next recital by Dr P Watters.

January 8th 1955 Rainfall in Cavan during 1954 was 21% above normal. Total for the year was 49.30 inches while 46.23 inches fell in 1953.

County Manager Dermot McCarthy orders another 57 chairs for the Town Hall at £1-17-6 each from ‘Best All’ Newbridge after numerous incidents in the Hall where chairs were roughly handled and broken.

Death of Augustine (Gustie) Brady Master Plumber Church Street at the age of 65 after a long illness borne with great courage and fortitude. Brilliant Apprentice Plumber he won the British shield for outstanding workmanship in 1920. He was one of Ireland’s leading Plumbers and kept abreast of all new developments in the trade. Founder member and Chairman of Cavan Angler’s Club he won every honour the Club could bestow and only recently won the  Mayfly Cup in June 1954.He was seen fishing and shooting in all sorts of weather conditions. Founde member and officer of Cavan Dog and Gun Club. Prominent member of Cavan FCA during the Emergency from 1939-1945.He was a founder member of Cavan Fire Brigade and attended at the disastrous Convent Fire of February 1943 when 35 children and 1 adult were lost in the Saint Joseph’s Orphanage Fire. Led the campaign for improved Fire Brigade facilities in Cavan and throughout the country. Player and long time official of Cavan Slashers GFC.He was a native of Tullyco House. Survived by his wife Elizabeth sons Martin and Austin daughters Joan Jackson Coras Point sisters Mrs Paddy Young Margaret Gough and Mrs J Lee Dublin 1 daughters in law Mrs Martin Brady 1 son in law AM Jackson. The Fire Brigade provide a Guard of Honour at the Cathedral where Father Charles A Cartwright officiated assisted by Rev M Canon Kelly PP VF Ballinamore. He was brother of the late Rev Joe Brady PP Belturbet.

Among the winners of the Breffni Park Draw were 1^st and £20 Maggie Hickey £2 Ivan Black and £1 each Mrs Elizabeth Brady MA Young. Promoter’s Prize of £2 Joe O Rourke Market Square.

Cavan GAA make a presentation to Paddy Reilly Athbara House to mark his 50 years service  to Cavan GAA.  Chairman Secretary and Treasurer. First elected Secretary in 1904 after the GAA was reformed in the County by John F O Hanlon Andy McEntee Joe Smyth and Paddy. He has been County Treasurer for the last 28 years.

Death of Walter Jackson Killykeen.He was father of Maurice and Alan Jackson of Jackson’s Garage. Extensive farmer he was also the proprietor of the Pleasure House in Killykeen where his wife Sarah ran a high class catering business frequented by many families from Cavan town and surrounding areas. Survived by his wife Sarah sons Maurice Alan John and Stanley. Rev WJ Askins MA Dean of Kilmore officiated at the funeral from Kilmore Cathedral to the adjoining cemetery.

William P O Hanlon son of John F and the late Birdie O Hanlon marries Nuala Walters daughter of Geraldine and the late Dr Michael Walters 18 Upper Leeson Street. Rev P O Sullivan CC Donnybrook assisted by Father JJ O Reilly Adm Cavan officiated at Mass with Papal Blessing. The Bride was given away by her brother Michael while the Chief Bridesmaid was Wendy Walters sister of the Bride. The Best Man was Edward T O Hanlon while the Soloist was Peter Dunn Dalkey.Reception later at the residence of the Bride’s mother Mrs Geraldine Walters 18 Leeson Street Dublin.

January 15th 1955 Cavan beat Dungannon 6-0 at home with a penalty goal and try to nil. Phil Cullivan was the star of the team dominating the line outs from the second row. Pat Cooney Hooker was the other outstanding player on the field winning several strikes against the head. Norman Cinnamond was outstanding in the backs scoring the Cavan try and the full back Donnelly was soundness personified with Pratt kicking the penalty goal.

Butlersbridge Champions are comprehensively beaten 2-4 to 0-4 in the Final of the Minor Championship 1954.The Bridge laid siege to the Crosserlough goal for the first 15 minutes but after that their challenge petered out as a bigger stronger Crosserlough took over and led by 2-2 to 0-2 at half time with Vincent Black the star for Crosserlough. Crosserlough attacked all through the second half but the resolute Bridge defence in which full back Terry Smyth was outstanding only allowed them a further 2 points until they came roaring back themselves in the last few minutes to tack on 2 further points courtesy of Captain Con Smith and O Reilly who were the only scorers for the Bridge notching 2 points each. Rev Brother Cyril was the outstanding referee.

Cavan Association London  Chairman Rev John Moore Vice Chairman John Conway Virginia Secretary K  Doherty Glangevlin Treasurer J Clarke. Committee J Clarke Stradone P McGovern Glangevlin Johnny Brady Cavan Harry Mulvaney Maghera F Brady Killynebber J Gullen Ballyconnell and P Hetherton Munterconnaught.

Gramophone Society This week’s recital by Dr Patrick Watters while next week the recital will be given by Professor Browne MA.

CYMS Whist Top Score £3 John Lovett Cathedral Road 1^st Lady £1 Mrs Fitzpatrick Ballinagh 1^st £1Gent Garda Storey Swellan 2^nd10/- Mr Marron. Score Cards 2/6.

January 22^nd 1955 Breffni Park Draw 1^st £20 Mrs Walsh 1 College View 2^nd £5 Paddy Smith Ballyhaise 3^rd £2 Mr Conaty Butlersbridge.3 prizes of £1 Miss A McElgunn Ulster Arms Hotel Miss M Reilly Ulster Arms John McDowell Breffni Terrace. Promoter’s Prize £2 Olive Flood Bridge Street.

Death of the well known highly respected Ellen Foynes at her residence in Butlersbridge. Noted for her religious fervour hospitality and generous nature. Survived by her husband Michael Road Overseer with Cavan County Council sons daughters. Funeral from Saint Aidan’s Church Butlersbridge to Cullies cemetery.

Sympathy is extended to Father PJ Gargan and his twin brother Phil Proprietor of the Ritz Bar on the death of their father in Virginia. Bishop Austin Quinn officiated while Rev T F Brady CC assisted by Very Rev Canon V-Brady PP VF and PJ Gargan celebrated. Funeral from Saint Mary’s Church Virginia to the adjoining cemetery.

Death of Jams O Rourke 18 Owen Roe. Survived by his wife son and daughters. He was a former full time member of the Irish Army and was a highly popular resident. The local branch of the Ex Service Men formed a Guard of Honour wile the coffin was draped in the Tricolour. Father AB McGrath officiated at the well attended funeral from the Cathedral to Killygarry cemetery.

Death of the very well known Joe Maguire Bridge Street Proprietor of a Drapery Store in Bridge Street. He was a former Cavan Slashers player and mentor and was currently Vice Chairman of the Breffni Park Improvements Fund. Founder member of Cavan Drama Festival –he was  for many years Chairman of the Stage Committee. Native of Urney Butlersbridge he was only married last Summer when he was in advanced years. Survived by his wife father sisters relatives and many friends. Both Cavan Drama Festival and Breffni Park Improvement Fund Committees adjourned as a mark of respect. Father Charles  Cartwright officiated at the capacity attended Mass in the Cathedral with burial later in Killygarry cemetery.

January 29^th 1955 Gerry Maloney star of Cavan Slashers and Cavan Junior football and hurling county teams, he was one of the stars of the Bridge Street team who won the Street League in 1953 is the recipient of a presentation from his friends in Cavan Slashers to mark his departure for Athlone after 8 years spent in Cavan.

New De La Salle Flageolet Band formed President Rev JJ O Reilly Adm Chairman Brother Augustus Vice Chairman Brother Cyprian Secretary Garda Nichola Mullhall Treasurer Phil Lee Vice Treasurer Jack Reilly Committee Bandmaster Paddy Duffy Billy Sheridan P Burns and Jimmy Finlay.The Band will be known as the ‘Lasallian Band’ with members all boys from the De La Salle School ranging from 9-12.

Bridge Club N/S Dermot Morgan and TJ Malone E/W Rev Sean Reilly and Professor William Browne MA.

Brilliant recital by Professor Browne at the Gramophone Club when he plays a selection from Beethoven Chopin and Schumann to an appreciative audience.

Death of Owen Cusack Butlersbridge who was a well known Pig Dealer at fairs and markets. Rev AB McGrath officiated at the funeral from Saint Aidan’s Church to Killygarry cemetery.

Death of one of Cavan’s best known and much loved citizens Elizabeth Connolly Ballinagh at the residence of her son Patrick Ballinagh. She was widow of the late John Connolly one of Cavan’s foremost business men. By far the biggest funeral witnessed in Ballinagh since the death of her husband John. Hundreds of clergy descended on Saint Felim’s Ballinagh with the Bishop Most Rev Dr Quinn being represented. She is survived by her son Patrick Merchant Ballinagh Father Timothy Superior General Maynooth Mission to China Rev Michael Connolly SJ Saint Stanislaus College Limerick Dr Gerald A Connolly Our Lady of Lourdes Hospital Drogheda Rev Mother Mary of Saint Ultan Clones. She was sister of Mr R A Farrell Tunnyduff and aunt of Father James J O Reilly Adm Cavan who was the Chief Celebrant assisted by Father L Corr PP .Burial took place in Saint Felim’s cemetery Ballinagh.

February 6^th 1955 Death of the legendary Tommy Farrelly at his residence Ashe Street Cavan. Veteran of the Boer War Tommy was the 1^st and for many years the only Bookmaker in Cavan before opening his famous Confectionery and Fancy Goods Store in Ashe Street where his assistant was the incomparable Benny O Rourke comedian and wit and Jackie Smith his young neighbour and friend who always used a box behind the counter to aid his  height in transacting business. Tommy kept his shelves well stocked and remained open each day from 8 am until 12 midnight emerging from his living quarters to serve his many customers. Founder member of Cavan Coursing Club Tommy took part in the weekly hunts for many years. He later donated the famous Farrelly Cup the premier award at Cavan Coursing Club. Predeceased by his wife he is survived by his sister  nieces and nephews. Archdeacon Archie HW Shires officiated at the Funeral from Cavan Parish Church to the New cemetery.

Cavan and All Ireland footballer Willie Doonan excavating for Paddy Elliott at the Anglo Celt finds a very rare coin of the Realm dated 1805 displaying the shoulders of George 3 on the other side the Harp of Ireland is canopied by The British Crown.

The famous Mr Dennis Franks well known Shakespearian actor visits the local Secondary Schools  giving recitals of extracts from the Merchant of Venice Macbeth and Julius Caesar .He is a native of Poland and has spent most of his life acting in Shakespearian productions.

Cavan Labour Band 1955 Chairman Michael Farrelly Secretary P Farrelly Treasurer Jim Galligan Trustees P Clarke and J McGahern Committee Josie Greenan M McDermott P Reilly T Walsh and D Reddy.

February 12^th 1955 Big crowd expected at the Ulster v Leinster (Holders) Railway Cup Semi Final in Breffni Park where the admission is 1/- and sideline 2/- extra. The game will be broadcast live on Radio Eireann.

Switch on of the Electricity in Ballinagh by Father Corr PP in the presence of a large crowd at the Courthouse including Mr TJ O Grady District Engineer ESB Dundalk. Great credit for the scheme and its completion with over 400 connections goes to Master McCarthy NT Garrymore who spearheaded the drive for the installation of the Electricity in the area.

February 19^th 1955 9,324 spectators at the Railway Cup Semi Final in Breffni Park where the holders Leinster beat Ulster 2-9 to 2-4 in a titanic struggle. Scorers for Ulster Art O Hagan 2-2 Kieran Denver and Ml McEvoy 0-1 point each.Leinster replied per Ollie Freaney 0-6 Mattie McDonald 1-1 Tom Moriarity 1-0 and J McDonnell Cathal O Leary 0-1 each. Referee was Willie Jackson from Roscommon.

Death of Mrs M Marks Connolly Street .Survived by her husband sons and daughters.Rev A B McGrath officiated at the Funeral from the Cathedral to Killygarry.

Ralph Sylvester entertains the capacity crowd at the 6^th Firemen’s Ball in the Town Hall where the hall was tastefully decorated and there were spots for each dance.

Death of Susan O Reilly Lismagratty at the age of 74. Relict of Terence Reilly she was the mother of 8 children. Funeral from Saint Patrick’s Church Castletara to the adjoining cemetery.

February 26^th 1955 Lenten Regulations 1955 All week days of Lent except Saint Patrick’s Day are Fast Days. Wednesday and Fridays of each week are Fast and Days of Abstinence (consumption of meat chicken etc forbidden). Lenten Fast and Abstinence ceases at noon on Holy Saturday Alleluia.

Death of Rose Ann Finlay wife of Barney Finlay Dew Drop Inn Connolly Street. She was a woman of great generosity and practiced Christian values all her life. Native of Potahee Ballinagh. Survived by her mother brothers and sisters. Father JJ O Reilly Adm officiated at the funeral from the Cathedral to Killygarry.

Mr and Mrs Patrick Smith Pullamore celebrate the Golden Jubilee of their marriage. They were married on the 23d February 1905 in Crosskeys Parish Church with Rev Peter Donohoe PP officiating. Hundreds of letters cards telegrams arrive at the Smith house. They have 5 sons 2 daughters and 22 grandchildren.

Father James Carroll gives a most interesting and varied recital at Cavan Gramophone Society. Next recital by Dr R Walsh.

Ina Hickey scores a double winning at Cavan Bridge and Top Score at Cavan CYMS Whist Drive.

Death of Bernard Dunne Edenticlare. He is survived by his brother sister and relatives. Funeral following Requiem Mass in Saint Brigid’s Church Killygarry to the adjoining cemetery.

Pope Pius X II celebrates his 79^th Birthday and the 15^th year of his Pontificate. Pope has recovered sufficiently to appear at the balcony of his private apartment in the Vatican where he imparted his blessing to the thousands gathered in Saint Peter’s Square and is seen daily walking briskly in the Vatican’s private gardens.

March 5^th 12^th 19^th 26^th 1955 Incomplete.

April 2nd 1955 10^th Cavan Drama Festival 9 days of superb entertainment with 26 plays 16 in English and 10 in Irish. All the nightly performances were booked to capacity. Guests of Honour at the Festival were Alderman Hugh and Mrs Lee former Lord Mayor of Manchester natives of Lavey and donor of the Hugh Lee trophy. Winners of the Open Section were the All Ireland Champions Clones Dramatic Society with ‘John Ferguson’. Outstanding performances from the Pavilion Players Tunnyduff who won the Alderman Hugh Lee Cup for groups confined to Cavan and had the Best Producer in EJ O Reilly and the Best Actress Anna M o Reilly. The Milesian Players Drumkilly with ‘Blind Wolf’ were the winners of the Rural Section. Tom McLoughlin Armagh was Best Actor Noel Ryan Walkinstown Best Support while Jack Binchey of the Nomads Cavan was awarded a silver medal  for his outstanding performance in the Nomad’s ‘Is the Priest at Home’.

Death of Rose Cahill ex NT Drumcrave and Latt Cavan. Predeceased by her husband John who was a leading exhibitor of cattle at the local Agricultural Shows. She is survived by her  daughter son in law  grandchildren sister and brother. Funeral from the Cathedral to Cullies cemetery.

Death of Mary Donohoe 33 College Street. Relict of Thomas. Survived by her family relatives and friends. Funeral from the Cathedral to Cullies cemetery.

Death of Charles Ronaghan Main Street 2^nd son of the late Owen and Molly Ronaghan. He was a Butcher by trade and served in the Family Butcher’s Shop in Main Street. He was an outstanding footballer and played with both Cavan Slashers and Cavan county team where his preferred position was goalkeeper where because of his great height and strength he was almost unbeatable. Predeceased by his brother Andy just a few months ago he is survived by his sisters nieces and nephews. Funeral following Requiem Mass in the Cathedral where there was a capacity attendance to Killygarry cemetery.

Breffni Park Draw 1^st and £20 T Kinsella C/o Smith’s Garage 2^nd £5 Jackie Sheridan 20 Saint Brigid’s Terrace 3^rd £3 JJ O Reilly Ashe Street. 3 prizes of £1 Bridie Doherty 17 Saint Brigid’s Terrace Vincent O Connor 33 Pearse Street Mrs Terry Sexton Swellan Cavan.

Pig Market at Railway Road destroyed by fire with 2 pigs being very badly scorched. Memories of years gone by when the Pig Market was a busy thriving business frequented by thousands each year.

Stephen B Walsh Irish Press and late of Church Street is elected to the Oireachtas Press Gallery. Formerly on the staff of the Anglo Celt he is son of the famous TK Walsh Chief Reporter Anglo Celt.

Outstanding recital given by Tom McConville at Cavan Gramophone Society. Next week  Betty McLoughlin will give the recital in the Farnham Hotel.

April 9^th 1955 Just six months after his 80^th Birthday Winston Churchill resigns as Prime Minister to be succeeded by Sir Anthony Eden 57 year old Foreign Secretary. Chapter of History ends as he played a pivotal role in two World Wars and was undoubtedly the Statesman of the Century. Politician soldier and journalist he was MP for Epping Secretary of the Bord of Trade in Asquith’s Liberal Party Government  later 1^st Lord of the Admiralty 1911 he worked long and hard to bring the British Navy to a War footing for 1914-1918 War. He served as an Officer in the British Army in France before being recalled by Lloyd George to be Minister of Munitions. Later rejoined the Conservatives and served in Baldwin’s Government of 1924-1929 as Chancellor of the Exchequer. With War looming in Europe he was again appointed 1^st Lord of the Admiralty in 1939 and with the fall of  Neville Chamberlain’s Government was appointed Prime Minister in May 1940. In his first address to the nation Winston stated “I have nothing to offer but blood toil tears and sweat”. After the War riding on great personal acclaim he was unexpectedly voted out of Government with the Conservatives losing to  Labour 1945-1951. Returned as Prime Minister in March 1951 he was honoured by the Queen in being appointed Order of the Garter in 1953. On the occasion of his 80^th birthday he was the guest of both Houses of Parliament and presented with a cheque for £150,000 in November 1954 when he addressed the nation for the last time. He will now take up a position on the Back Benches.

Death of Julia Packenham Corlurgan wife of James Packenham Carrigallen. Member of a distinguished Cavan family she was sister of Bishop Patrick Finegan and niece of Bishop Bernard Finegan. She is survived by her 2 sisters. Father P J Gargan officiated at the funeral from the Cathedral to Cullies.

Biggest ever Whist Drive in Cavan Town Hall hosted by Cavan CYMS when 110 tables were in play.1^st Mr Busby Carrickmacross.Gerry Lovett M C and Father PJ Gargan thanked the vast crowd for their support.

Father Peter Paul Galligan Thomascourt home from Australia after 8 years. Outstanding footballer he was a star for Cornafean and Cavan and played in both the 1943 and 1945 All Ireland Finals lining out at right full back. Just before he went on the Missions he refereed the Cavan County Senior Final of 1947.

Brian Coleman wins the Gold Medal for Best Actor for his portrayal of Jimmy the Curate  in ‘Is the Priest at Home?’ by the Cavan Nomads in the Ballyshannon Drama Festival. The Nomads were placed 3^rd in overall classification.

Death of Thomas Smith Annaglough. Extremely popular he was a great neighbour and was widely known and respected. Survived by his wife son and daughter. Father James J O Reilly Adm officiated at the funeral from Saint Brigid’s Killygarry to Killygarry cemetery.

Only one report of Corncrake heard in Dawson’s bottom opposite Keadue Lodge Cathedral Road.

Death of Peter Fitzpatrick Assistant to Rose Fitzpatrick Draper Main Street (Easons).Native of Newtownbutler died at the residence of his sister Mrs J Reilly Killynebber. Funeral from Newtownbutler to Staghall cemetery.

April 16^th 1955 Casual Traders refuse to pay the new UDC levy of £10 for trading in the Market Yard .They had been paying £1 per week but claimed the new charge was excessive. They swiftly move to a more advantageous spot trading in the Market Square and are inundated with customers. The UDC are meeting to review their stance on the situation.

Death of Albert Einstein in Princeton New Jersey at the age of 76. Born in Germany he was best known for the theory of Special  Relativity which was published in 1905.In later life he became an important figurehead for nuclear disarmament and an ardent opponent of the Atomic bomb.

Death of Rose Ann Brady Drumnavanagh. Survived by her  sister with whom she lived for many years and relations. Father PJ Gargan officiated at the funeral from the Cathedral to Cullies cemetery.

April 23^rd 1955 Cavan Pavilion beat Kells by 8 games to Nil in the Inter Towns Junior Badminton Championship. Winners for Cavan included  Kitty McDonald Valerie McCarren Mrs C Pollock Joe O Rourke Captain Kieran Breen and Spud Murphy.

Miss BM Storey wins the Senior Piano competition and the Murray Perpetual Cup at the Feis Cheoil in Sligo.

Bridge N/S MJ Sonny Magee and  John Marron E/W Gerry Hunt and Dr C Burke.

April 30^th 1955 The Passionist Missionaries Fathers Maurice Gerard Peter and Noel CP conducting the annual Mission for women in the Cathedral with Mass at 7 am and the evening devotions at 7 pm.

Death of the very well known highly respected Patrick Conaty Tullymongan.Extensive farmer specialising in dairy production where he supplied many families in the town with milk. He is survived by his wife and 2 sons Paddy Conaty Cavan Urban Council and Cavan County Council and Frank BSc ARIC Malaya. Funeral attended by a capacity attendance from the Cathedral to Killygarry.

Louis PE Smith D ph MA is appointed Chief Advisor to Macra Na Feirme. Louis is a brother of Dr Darragh Smith Bunraskin Cavan and Alfred Myles Smith Kevitt Castle.

Death of Hugh McLoughlin Lake View. Veteran of the 1914-1918 War. He later joined the Irish army where he completed his service before rejoining the British Army on the outbreak of World War 2. The coffin was draped in the tricolour and both  British and Irish ex Servicemen provided the Guard of Honour. Survived by his wife and family. Father CA Cartwright officiated at the funeral from the Cathedral

Death of Thomas McCreedy in Leeds Yorkshire England. Worked in McCarren’s before emigrating. Native of Mitchell Street but emigrated some years ago.

Death of Minnie Cassells relict of the late Phil who carried on a high class Bar and Grocery at 61 Main Street beside Smyth’s. She was a sister of Michael Mick Marron Cootehill Road and sister of Kathleen Marron with whom she resided. She was a woman of great intellect charity and dedicated to  her Church and family. The popular Manager in Cassel’s was Andy McConnell later to purchase the Kesh Bar at Gortnakesh. Survived by her sisters brothers and other relatives.Funeral from the Cathedral to Killygarry cemetery.

May 7^th 1955.

Death of Hugh Maguire Drumelis a most popular and highly respected person. Survived by his son Hugh. Father P J Gargan officiated at the funeral from the Cathedral to Drumcor cemetery.

Presentation to Josie McNamara on the occasion of his emigrating to England by his many friends and colleagues in Comaltas Ceoltori Eireann.Dr Brian Galligan Chairman made a presentation to Josie at a Social on behalf of the Branch.

Chrysanthemums 2/6 per dozen Postage 9 pence Gardener See House Kilmore.

May 14th 1955 President Sean T O Kelly opens  the 3^rd 3 week ‘An Tostal’ at Croke Park. All over the country social sporting and cultural events are planned.

Mary Gear Cathedral Road will marry Charles Fay Solicitor Gardiner’s Row Dublin at the Franciscan Church Merchant’s Quay Dublin on Monday May 30^th 1955.

Death of Garda Martin Crehan.Native of Abbeyshrule he served many years in Ballyhaise where he was deservedly popular. Survived by his wife family brothers and sisters. Guard of Honour formed by local Garda while Superintendent Joe Murray represented the Cavan Division.

Death of Julia Allen Tullac Mongan. Very religious and charitable she was highly respected. Father Charles Cartwright officiated at the funeral from the Cathedral to Cullies cemetery.

Farmers enjoying boom times as Large Stores fetch £40-£60 White head Calves £30 and Strippers £25-34.Suck Calves £10-£15 and In Calf Heifers up to £50. Demand far outweighed supply at Cavan May Fair.

May 21^st 1955 Weather turns wintry all over the British Isles with 8 inches of snow and blizzards in Wales while Ireland is swept with blizzards of sleet hail and rain. The Peak District of Wales blocked by severe blizzards for several days.

FW Woolworth will open its Cavan Store on the site of the old County Cavan Stores on Tuesday May 27^th at 9 pm.

Cavan Harps overcome Stradone in the 1^st round of the Junior Championship at Tierquin Park winning on the score of 4-6 to 1-3. Scorers for the Harps Tom McNamara 2-0 Tommy Sheridan 0-4 Paddy McNamara 0-2 and John Lennon and Petesey Lawlor 1-0 goal each Referee P Coyle. The Harps maintain their unbeaten record this year in a sporting game sparsely attended game played in Wintry conditions more akin to Christmas.

TF O Higgins Minister for Health will open the new Health Clinic at Cathedral Road on Monday. The premises will be blessed by Bishop Quinn followed by a luncheon in the Ulster Arms where Paddy Smith TD will preside. The Architect was Mr D Tyndall while the premises were tastefully decorated

Feast of John Baptist De La Salle celebrated in the Cathedral with Mass celebrated by Father Charles Cartwright with  the De La Salle choir and parade of the new De La Salle Flageolet Band. In the evening the Brothers and Parents Committee held a party for the children in the school.

Cyril Anderson Royal School is admitted as Licentiate of the Royal Academy of Music. Runner up in the Piggott Cup for advanced piano at Dubln Feis Cheoil featured on both Radio Eireann and BBC radio, he is son of John Anderson Royal School.

May 28th 1955 Tender of M/S Jackson’s Garage in the sum of £5,353 including 8% discount for the purchase of 4 Thames Diesel trucks with the sum of £550 being the allowance for truck 1D 3503 for Cavan County Council.

History of the New Clinic which was formerly the Fever Hospital built in 1823 which was contained in 1850. Subsequently used as a Store by Cavan Militia. In 1911 let as a private residence to  Cyril C Ervine Andrews Manager Provincial Bank of Ireland. Born here was  Herbert Marcus Ervine Andrews who won the Victoria Cross at Dunkirk in 1940. In 1916 Cavan County Council rented the premises from Lord Farnham and in 1924 purchased the premises and opened a Tuberculosis Hospital. The premises were closed on Monday 4^th April 1943 and patients transferred to the new Tuberculosis Hospital built by Tom McManus at Lisdarn. For many years however the Hospital was used in the treatment OF Tuberculosis for patients who were in recovery. The New Clinic cost £14,000 to modernise and £13,000 to equip with the most up to date medical equipment .The building will cater and have visiting Consultants for Dentistry Physiotherapy Paediatric Services and Psychiatric Services run by Consultants from Saint Davnett’s Hospital Monaghan for patients referred by their GPs.

Owen McGovern NT Drumkilly playing at Cavan Golf Course scores a hole in one at the 135 yards 7^th hole.

Breffni Park Draw 1^st and £20 John Dancey Cullies Cavan 2^nd £5 Charlie Leddy Drumsilla Butlersbridge 3^rd £2 P Smith Behey Cavan £1 each Mary Smith C/o The Railway Hotel and J Smith C/o Henry Agnew Emmett Place.

Sympathy is extended to Eamonn E English Church Street on the death of his mother CM English Bridge Street Ballina wife of Patrick English and mother of 15 children. Capacity crowd attend the Removal and funeral from Saint Muredach’s Cathedral in Ballina.

June 4th 1955 Cavan Town donates 300 pints of blood to the National Blood Transfusion Unit but are looking for much more as Major M McDonagh Secretary Blood Transfusion explains after a promotional film in the Temperance Hall “everybody has a spare capacity of 2 pints and 500 pints of blood are needed weekly in Ireland”!

June 4^th 1955 The Conservatives are returned in Britain with 344 seats Labour 277  the Liberals 6 Sinn Fein 2 The Speaker 1.The Conservatives have an overall majority of 59 and Sir Anthony Eden will form a new Government.

Tom Maloney is Manager of the  Cork Savings Bank. He was formerly Manager of Ryan’s Rent a Car Shannon Airport and is son of George V and Eileen Maloney Farnham Street.

Rev Mother Mary Francisca McHugh Poor Clare Convent dies at the age of 90 after 70 years in Religion all spent in Cavan. She never left the confines of the Convent and was mainly in charge of the Orphanage. She was a native of Glenfarne County Leitrim and was sister of Patrick McHugh former MP for Sligo. Deeply religious she attended and assisted at daily Mass in the Convent Chapel up to recently. Rev M Canon Kelly presided at the Requiem Mass celebrated by Father ABC McGrath with burial afterwards in the adjoining cemetery.

Legion of Mary Kilmore Diocesan Pilgrimage to Drogheda. Train leaves Cavan at 12:50 with Procession leaving Drogheda Railway Station led by Bishop Quinn at 3 Pm. Return train to Cavan at 7 Pm.

June 11^th 1955 Bishop Patrick Moynagh former Mullahoran and Cavan football star ministers in  Nigeria where there is a population of 1.5 million in his parish with 60,000 Catholics. Converts in Nigeria turning to Catholicism at the rate of 100,000 per year. The White Fathers and Holy Rosary Sisters minister in his Diocese and he is setting up a Diocesan weekly newspaper. Bishop Moynagh is 25 years in Nigeria.

Dan Breen ‘Cowville’ Cootehill Road is ordained by the Archbishop of Dublin  Cootehill native John Charles McQuaid at Holy Cross College Clonliffe. The new priest is son of Professor and Mrs Breen. On Monday the new priest said his first Mass in the Cathedra assisted by Father PJ Gargan CC. A Recepton was held in the Farnham Hotel. Father Dan Breen will minister in the Archdiocese of Dublin.

Patrick M Cooney BA LLB Lisdarn at the age of 25 is admitted to the Incorporated Law Society as a Solicitor. He is son of Mr and Mrs MA Cooney County MOH Lisdarn.

Bishop Quinn ordains Thomas O Connor for the Diocese of Birmingham. Educated at Saint Patrick’s College Cavan and Ascot College Birmingham, Father O Connor will minister in the Archdiocese of Birmingham.

De La Salle Flageolet Band lead the Corpus Christi Procession. The members of the band are Emmanuel Kennedy Bobby Gray Sean Brady (Drummer) Gerard Gilchreest (Drummer) Micheal Smyth Hugo Cafferty (Big Drum) Eddie Murray and Joe McConnell.

Death of Margaret Brady Oldtown at Saint Phelim’s Hospital. Highly respected resident and extremely generous and charitable. Survived by her sister and other relatives. Funeral from the Cathedral to Cullies.

Jim Leonard and Mrs Hunt win the President’s Prize at County Cavan Bridge Club 2^nd was Dermot Morgan and O Moynihan.

Breffni Park Draw 1^st  J Daly Glasdrummond Cavan 2^nd Jodie Maloney Pound Archway 3^rd Madeline Gaffney Latt. Promoter’s Prize May McConnell Ashe Street.

Eighty two spectators are killed and more than 100 are maimed and injured  after a pile up at the start of the famous Le Mans motor race which was allowed to continue.

Kieran Breen Jack Halpin Cyril Anderson and Dr Flannery the only winners as Tyrone easily account for County Cavan Lawn Tennis Club in the Ulster League.

County Cavan Engineers win the Alliance Championship for Counties Cavan Monaghan and Louth at Headford Golf Club. Cavan Engineers JP Mansfield Harry O Connell Aiden Madden and J Gallagher. While back at County Cavan Golf Club Jim Rafter holes out  his tee shot on the Par 3 2^nd hole.

Louis Schwarzenegger aged 24 Alberta Canada died unexpectedly but peacefully in Canada. Survived by wife Mary Sexton daughter of Pat Eaton 2 Tullac Mongan. Louis was a leading member of the Knights of Columbanus.

June 18^th1955 New lighting system for Cavan town –most modern luminous system available anywhere in the world and exactly the same light as in Dublin.

Cavan Urban Council Elections 1955.Turnout of 67% Paddy Brady Clann Na Poblachta 167 (Tops the Poll) Tom Fitzpatrick (Fine Gael) 147 (Elected) Sean Magee (Fine Gael) 135 (Elected) John Murray Independent 118 (Elected) Arthur Fagan (Independent) 118 (Elected) Michael Young Fianna Fail 109 (Elected) Gerry Kelly Fianna Fail 109 (Elected) Joe McGovern Clann Na Poblachta 79 (Elected) John P Walsh Labour 74 Patrick McDonald Fianna Fail 61 John Brady Fine Gael 57 Nicholas Halligan 50 (Elected) James Fay Fianna Fail 40 P Lee Independent 34 M Walsh (Fianna Fail)21 with a dog fight between neighbours Nicholas Hannigan (FF) and Johnny Walsh (Labour) for the final seat. Eddie Brady Town Clerk oversaw a very efficient and long count. Gerry Kelly was later elected Chairman Cavan Urban Council as the outgoing Chairman Mary Brady did not seek election to the Council.

County Council Elections. Big news here was Andrew Brady Drumcalpin Tullyco Cootehill Fianna Fail member of the Council since 1934 losing his seat to his running mate John J Brady Termon Virginia. Cavan Electoral area Charles O Reilly Clann Na Poblachta 1,438 Paddy Conaty Fianna Fail 821 Andrew O Brien Fine Gael 781 Paddy Baxter Fine Gael 731 James Cassells Fine Gael 614 James Cunningham Fianna Fail 581 Francis Rehill Fianna Fail 561 John F Corr 556 John H Farris Independent Frank Harrington Clann Na Poblachta 368 James McGahern Fianna Fail 342.Charlie Reilly Paddy Conaty Paddy Baxter Andy O Brien and James Cassells elected with Paddy Conaty the only Fianna Fail Councillor among the 5. Paddy O Reilly Murmod Virginia (Fine Gael) replaced Paddy Smith TD as Chairman after both had tied and Paddy Reilly’s name was pulled from a hat. John P McKiernan Corlesmore was unanimously elected Vice Chairman.

Breffni Park Draw 1^st £20 Gabriel Connolly Breffni Terrace 2^nd P Leinster Farnham Cavan 3^rd Mrs Carmichael Ricehill £1 each Jim Mulvaney 40 Main Street P O Keeffe Saint Phelim’s Place and Gerry Maguire C/o Smith’s Garage. Promoter J Gilchrist C/O McKenna’s Cavan.

July 9^th 1955 Rev Canon FW Griffin BA Kinawley succeeds the late Dean Askins as Dean of Kilmore. Ordained in 1905 for the Diocese of Down and Connor he came to Kilmore in 1911. Rector of Kinawley one of the biggest Protestant Parishes in the Diocese. Reverend RCK Turkington Rector Bailieborough is to be Rector of Kilmore Cathedral.

 The President’s and Dr Cullen Cup is won by Rev Sean O Reilly off 16 1 up from 2^nd  Hubert Duffy(15) all square. There were 44 competitors. Tea was served by Mrs Cullen and the ladies Committee. John F O Hanlon returned thanks to the Cullen family for their generous prizes and hospitality.

Father Jimmy O Reilly Adm announces refurbishment of the Cathedral including installation of new P/A System new lighting arrangement and new Marble Pulpit to blend with Marble Pillars.

Death of the very popular John Keaney Postman Crubany.Very efficient and courteous Postman he did numerous daily tasks for persons on his daily run. Survived by his sons daughters and other relatives.Funeral from Saint Brigid’s Church Killygarry to the adjoining cemetery.

New Boy Scouts Accordion Band under Scoutmaster John Donohoe parade to Mass for 1^st time with colour party leading the parade.

Death of Sir Roe Young grandson of Sir John Young afterwards Lord Lingar who in February 1845 founded the Anglo Celt.

July 16th 1955 Numerous drownings in the area as the heat wave continues including Thomas Mee (18) Lislea Cloverhill drowned in the Annalee River. The only witness to the drowning was 6 year old Vincent Pilkington.

Gerry Kelly Fianna Fail Connolly Street and Anglo Celt is elected Chairman of Cavan Urban Council.

Cavan qualify for the Ulster Senior and Minor Finals beating Donegal 2-5 to 2-6 in a dreadful display at Saint Tiernach’s Park Clones. Donegal were by far the better team but didn’t have the forwards to exploit heir advantage. Only Jim McDonnell Hubert Gaffney Phil Brady and Peter Donohoe emerged with their reputations enhanced. Cavan led by 1-4 to 0-4 at the interval. In the Minor Match Cavan hammered Donegal 3-10 to 0-3 in a very one sided encounter and qualified to play Antrim in the Final. Cavan Minors J Brennan J Smith Mickey Brady L Daly Donal Crotty Larry Kyne H Foy B O Reilly M Moran Charlie Gallagher Austin Brady Con Smith C Martin Hugh Barney O Donohoe and Jimmy Sheridan.

GAA Café opened at 80 Main Street (Harvest) Proprietor JF Slacke. Cafe opened until midnight each night.

As the heat wave continues Liam T Chapman a student in the Agricultural College in Ballyhaise drowns in the River Annalee. There is a general exodus from the town to Swellan Killykeen and Annagh Lake with many of the children indulging in the American hobby of ‘Thumbing a Lift’. Local shops are sold out of sun hats tee shirts and creams to treat the many burns incurred.

New TV Transmitter at Divis Mountain outside of Belfast brings TV to Cavan for the first time. Smyth’s 60 Main Street is packed to capacity from morning to night with eager children wishing to view the latest phenomenon with wonder and awe. Full transmission of BBC 1 pictures commences from July 21^st 1955.

Charles O Rourke Engineer Market Square is conferred with his diploma in Public Administration. Charles is son of Frank and Teresa O Rourke Market Square Cavan.

July 23^rd 1955 Cassidy’s Boarding House in Bridge Street suffers large explosion. New water heater recently installed by Tommy McCormack working on behalf of Smyth’s 60 Main Street is suspected as experts from Dunleer and Dublin examine the debris. Miraculously nobody was killed or injured although Gerry Cassidy was thrown from his bed which was subsequently showered with debris from the collapsing ceiling. As a result of the explosion a full inquiry was carried out which totally exonerated Tommy McCormack and Smyth’s and indicated that one of the guests was in fact an active member of the IRA and was  storing explosives and weapons in Cassidy’s attic.

De La Salle win Urban League Final at Virginia on Wednesday, they beat Kingscourt 3-5 to 1-2. Eddie Murray and Tony Higgins outstanding at centre field and after Higgins faded in the second half Eamonn Marron filled the breach with an outstanding display with the peerless Phil ‘Lightning’ Murray Man of the Match. Hugo Cafferty was the outstanding back afield while Joe Connolly and Tommy Monaghan were sound tacking and kicking long out of defence. Timothy Beggs Michael Gilchrest were outstanding in half back line linking up with midfield and attack. Eamonn Marron Noel McKiernan Jimmy McNamara and Donohoe were outstanding in the forward line. De La Salle School’s League Champions 1955 Paddy Duffy Joe Connolly Hugo Cafferty Tommy Monahan Timothy Beggs Michael Gilchreest Tommy Murray Phil Lightning Murray Tony Higgins Jimmy McNamara Eamonn Marron Noel McKiernan Patsy Donohoe Gerard Finegan Dick Mulcahy. MJ Mullen Chairman Cavan County Board presented the new P J Duke trophy to De La Salle captain Phil Lightning Murray after the game.

.Cootehill the County Cavan Junior Champions beat Mullahoran 3-11 to 1-3 in the Senior  Semi Final and will play Kingscourt who beat Ballinagh 2-7 to 0-10 in the other Semi Final.

Cavan will play Kerry in the All Ireland Semi Final at Croke Park next Sunday in a repeat of the famous Polo Grounds Final of 1947.

Diocesan Pilgrimage to Knock with Legion of Mary Ambulance Coach attached to the train which is leaving Cavan at 6:40 am collecting passengers in Crossdoney Drumhowra Ballywillan.

Death of Mrs Kathleen McCreedy Saint Brigid’s Terrace an old and highly respected resident. Funeral from the Cathedral to Cullies .

Jack Meehan a Cadet at West Point New York is on holiday with his aunt Frances Flood Bridge Street.

Scholarships 1955 Emmanuel Kennedy  De La Salle Cavan Dessie Gilroy Crubany NS. Scholarships are worth £10 for 4 consecutive years at any Secondary School in the area.

Tony McConnell Ashe Street Cavan passes the Leaving Certificate with Honours in Irish English Greek and Latin. Pass in Maths Physics and Chemistry.

August 20th 1955 Cavan and Kerry draw in thriller at Croke Park Cavan 1-13 Kerry 2-10 before an attendance of 42,000. Cavan with the lions share of possession were leading by 2 points with 2 minutes of the game remaining when Tadhg Lyne punched a cross by Johnny Culloty to the Cavan net. In a sweeping movement up field on the kick out with Tom Hardy prominent Cootehill star Gerry Keyes sent over to level the game. The replay will take place on September 11^th 1955. Scorers for Cavan Peter Donohoe 0-9 -8 frees Brian Gallagher 1-1 Pat Carolan 0-2 and Gerry Keyes 0-1 Kerry Tadhg Lyne 1-4 Johnny Culloty 0-2 Michael Murphy 1-0 John Daly and Tom Moriarity 0-1 each. Kerry led by 1-7 to 0-6 at the interval but faded in the second half to  a vastly superior and fitter Cavan team.

Cavan Lawn Tennis Kieran Breen beats Patsy Connolly 6-1 6-3 in the Junior Boy’s Final while Gertie McDonald beat S Mackay Monaghan. Other winners included Helen Gaffney Frank Cinnamond Eamonn Marron Corina Sullivan Brendan Browne. In the Girl’s Handicap Doubles Corina Sullivan and Helen Gaffney beat J Coyle and S Pearse Longford.

Church Gate Collection for Senior County Training Fund yields £33 in Cavan Denn £2-10-6 Killygarry £2-15-0 Virginia £15-6-3 and Bailieborough £14-15-6.

500 Pilgrims on the Legion of Mary Pilgrimage to Knock led by Father Jimmy P Reilly Adm with Doctor Mary Cooney Lisdarn Medical Officer to the Sick.

Rev Philip Brady spending a holiday with his brother Bernard Claude Villa Cullies.

Moira Elliott among the Leaving Certificate successes at Loreto College.

Una Patricia McDermott daughter of Seamus and Mrs McDermott 22 Owen Roe Terrace Cavan weds Terence William Creighton eldest son of William and Mrs Creighton White City London at the Church of The Holy Ghost and Saint Stephen London.

August 27th 1955 Both Cavan V Kerry and Mayo V Dublin All Ireland Semi Finals to be replayed on the same day. Despite the brilliant performance of John Nallen and Paddy Irwin at midfield Mayo missed chance after the chance and had to be satisfied with a draw in their Semi Final against the favourites Dublin at Croke Park. Dublin led by  0-5 to 0-3 at the interval. Peter McDermott had the privilege of refereeing both Semi Finals faultlessly. Legend in GAA circles Peter McDermott was a member of the Meath team who beat Cavan in 1949 refereed the 1950 All Ireland Final when Mayo beat Cork played in the 1951 Final when Mayo retained the title at the expense of Meath played in the All Ireland Final of 1952 when Cavan beat Meath refereed the 1953 Final when Kerry beat Armagh played on the winning Meath team when they beat Kerry in the 1954 Final and to date has refereed both All Ireland Semi Finals in 1955.

Patsy McConnell playing off 24 beats Dr MA Cooney off 22 4 And 2 in the O Hanlon Cup Final at County Cavan Golf Club.

Clive Anderson Piano Hilary Johnston Soprano star n selections of Chopin Handel and Delius at capacity attended concert in aid of the Royal School Repair Fund in the School.

Fred G Kendall 38 year old pilgrim from Cornwall calls to the Anglo Celt on his way to Knock Shrine. Gifted linguist he has walked over 300,000 miles all over Europe. Convert to the Catholic Church baptised in Saint John’s Moy County Tyrone. He was later confirmed by Cardinal Dalton in 1951.

Death of Dennis Smith Stragella in Saint Phelim’s Hospital. Sympathy is extended to this family and relatives.

September 3^rd 1955 Death of Alice Teresa O Brien Killynebber wife of Andrew O Brien. Survived by husband sons daughters son law daughters in law. She was mother of Andrew O Brien Cavan County Council and Ulster Council GAA Representative. Highly respected and deeply religious, the Cathedral was packed to capacity for the  Funeral Mass celebrated by Father P J Gargan who also presided at the interment in Killygarry Cemetery.

Cootehill win their 2^nd consecutive Senior Football Championship Final beating Kingscourt 3-9 to 1-5 in stormy weather conditions at Breffni Park before an attendance of 2,000. Kingscourt playing with the elements had the lions share of the play in the first half and led by 1-5 to 0-4 at the interval. The deadly Cootehill forward line sprung to life in the 2^nd half and scored 3-5 without reply.

Maisie Magee and Hubert Duffy win the prestigious Open Golf Championship at County Cavan Golf Club with 68 Nett. Dr E McQuaid and Mrs Arnold Virginia were 2^nd.Best gross Gus and Mrs Kenny. Later Maisie presided at the piano entertaining the many guests while her brother the Captain Dr Jack Sullivan presented the prizes and thanked the many competitors who took part.

40 Boy Scouts leave for Camp in Enniscrone County Sligo on the 11^TH August- 28^th of August. Advance Party had left the previous day and had most of the ground work including the erection of the tents completed. Highlight of the Camp was the excitement generated by the All Ireland Semi Final draw with Kerry. Band Recitals by the new Accordion Band in Ballina Enniscrone and on the way home in Sligo where a generous collection was taken up in each of the centres visited. Bad storm necessitated the evacuation of some of the younger members to a house situated nearby Father Torlac O Reilly was Chaplain while John Donohoe was in charge of the troop.

Mr Doran Irish Assurance Company is transferred on promotion to Roscommon.

Dr BT Cullen and PJ O Reilly SS Bailieborough on the Irish Angling team to contest Nations Cup on Lough Corrib.

September 10th 1955 Pat O Neiil says ‘It is Cavan and Mayo for the All Ireland Final as both have much more room for improvement than their respective opponents Kerry and Dublin’. Con Smith 18 year old Minor star from Butlersbridge is the only local representative on the team.

Wexford beat hapless Galway 3-13 to 2-8 to win their 1^st All Ireland Hurling Crown in 45 years. Galway led by 2-5 to 2-3 at the interval. Stars for Wexford were the Rackard brothers Bobby Nicky and Billy and towering full back Nick O Donnell.

Liam O Hanlon and Tommy Cullivan score 7 Honours in the Intermediate Certificate while Kevin O Rourke and Billy Browne weigh in with very respectable 5 and 3 honours each.

Owen Moynihan Postmaster in Cavan for the last 4 ½ years is transferred on promotion to Mallow while Mr Leahy a native of Cork now fills the vacancy while Tommy O Donell Arva is appointed Caretaker until Mr Leahy’s arrival. Presentation by Tommy Hughes Overseer Bill Galvin Indoor Staff and Paddy Duffy Postman on behalf of the Staff.

Death of Rose Ann Murray Saint Brigids Terrace  relict of the late Philip. Sympathy is extended to her sons daughter grandchildren. Father P J Gargan officiated at the funeral from the Cathedral to Cullies.

Death of Thomas Jeffries late of Upper Main Street at the residence of his mother in Belfast. Survived by his wife mother brothers sisters. Funeral from Cavan Parish Church to New Cemetery.

Ulster Life Saving Competition at Lamb’s Lake Monaghan 1^st Place Cavan. Team Dorothy Black Freda Slowey Maura McGilly Ita Woods and Beatrice Maloney. Cavan Men’s Team 2^nd to Donegal with Monaghan 3rd Sean Woods Phil Cullivan GV Maloney  and Stephen Maloney.

Nuala P Smyth daughter of Mr and Mrs James Smyth Coranure is appointed to Barclay’ Bank in London.Nuala was educated in Drumcrave National School and Loreto College Cavan.

Eddie O Gorman sets up business at 62 Main Street formerly Tom Donohoe’s and recently James Clerkin’s. Guinness XX Stout in bottles and draught. Auctioneer and Valuer.

Betty Gannon’ School of Music will (DV) reopen on September 10^th at 37 Main Street (Charles Fay’s).

August 18^th 1955 Cavan are hammered by Kerry in the All Ireland Semi Final Replay as the team collapse in 2^nd half in the face of Kerry onslaught. 3 people attending the games between Cavan and Kerry and Dublin and Mayo suffered turns and died during the games. The dead are named as John Maloney (64) former Cavan footballers Farmer and Publican Longford Street Arva James Monaghan (74) Shopkeeper Drumhowna Poles County Cavan who had been driven to the game by Jack Flood Hackney Driver Bridge Street. The 3^rd man was Andrew O Neill shopkeeper Eaves Road Inchicore Dublin. All 3 were dead on admission to the Mater Hospital. Cavan were much the better team in the 1^st half playing with a gale force wind blowing from the Canal End they made little use of their advantage and the blatant miss by Johnny Cusack when in clear of the Kerry defence just before the interval knocked the resolve out of a tame Cavan team. Kerry led by 0-4 to 0-3 at the interval and Kerry added a startling 4-3 in the second half to Cavan’s paltry 0-2 points in a game that was to herald the demise of Cavan as a major footballing force in the land. Jim McDonnell and Hubert Gaffney Cavan’s outstanding wing half backs were the only honourable exception to a pathetic performance by a lack lustre half fit Cavan team. Scorers for Cavan Peter Donohoe 0-5 (4 frees) Kerry Michael Murphy 2-0 Tadhg Lyne 0-5 Johnny Culloty 1-0 JJ Sheehan 1-0 and Paudie Sheehy 0-2. Cavan Seamus Morris Paul Fitzsimons Phil Brady Noel O Reilly Jim McDonald tom Maguire Hubert Gaffney Victor Sherlock Gerry Keyes Brian Gallagher Pat Carolan Con Smith Seamus Hetherton Peter Donohoe and Johnny Cusack Referee Peter McDermott. While in the second Semi Final despite the sterling efforts of John Nallen and Paddy Irwin at centre field Mayo fail to capitalise on their chances in a thrilling Semi Final watched by over 70,000 spell bound spectators.

September 17^th 1955 Over 2,000 entries at Cavan Show ,the best in many years perfect weather conditions and very well organised thanks to the industry of the President Alfred Myles Smith and Secretary RS Black. While Cavan Accordion Band under Scoutmaster John Donohoe and Assistant Scout Master Mel Doherty entertain the crowds at the Show.

Death of John Brady Drumcrave very popular and charitable resident survived by his wife and daughter to whom deep sympathy is extended. Father Charles Cartwright officiated at the funeral from the Cathedral to Cullies Cemetery.

September 24^th 1955 Tragic death of the very popular old Cavan resident Philip Donohoe as he assisted in the building of a new Garage for his son Tommy 200 yards from his own home. Killed when a 14 foot high bank of earth which they were removing with picks fell in on top of him and he was buried beneath tons of debris. Willie Doonan former Cavan All Ireland Footballer and John Murray (Yankee UDC) and Andy Reilly were on a platform assisting with removing the bank but were thrown to safety while Phil Donohoe was later recovered from beneath 8-10 tons of clay and debris and attended at the scene by Dr. Brian Galligan. He was later pronounced dead on admission to Cavan Surgical Hospital where he was examined by Surgeon PD Maloney. The Coroner Dr A Cassidy heard that death was due to Cardiac Arrest following extensive damage to the left lung caused by crush of clay and stone. The Jury returned a verdict of accidental death where no blame could be attached to anyone. Phil was a hard working decent man popular in the Community. The tragedy rocked the town for many days and the funeral from the Surgical was the largest seen in the town in years. Father James J O Reilly Adm officiated at the Funeral Mass and the interment in Killygarry Cemetery.

Peter Smith Saint Phelim’s Place is appointed Postmaster in Ballinagh.He has served in headquarters in Cavan and Belturbet and was extremely popular with both customers and staff.

County Cavan Rugby AGM Ulster Arms President Sandy Gordon Stradone Captain Norman Cinnamond Vice Captain Teddy McCormack Secretary Cyril Anderson Match Secretary Dessie Tweedy Treasurer FM Hall Assistant Treasurer Brendan Jenkins Committee Gerard Cooney Frankie Lynott M Donnelly Richard Black Paddy Cooney and Mike Jenkins.

Michael Yong (Fianna Fail) and Tom Fitzpatrick (Fine Gael) represent Cavan Urban Council at the Municipal Authorities Annual General Meeting in Athlone.

Death of Catherine Kelly Tullac Mongan relict of Thomas Kelly. Survived by her relatives friends and neighbours. Funeral from the Cathedral to Cullies.

Death of Louis Wallace Church Street at the age of 70. Sympathy is extended to his family. Funeral from Cavan Parish Church to the New cemetery.

Death of John J Tully 5 South Fredrick street Dublin who died unexpectedly in London. Son of the late Mr John Tully Bridge Street. Survived by his wife and family .Funeral and burial in Dublin.

Cavan Show Plum Cake Mrs V O Connor Main Street 2^nd Peggy Magee Glenlara .

CYMS Whist Top Score Mrs Storey Saint Patrick’s Terrace 1^st Gent Sean Fitzpatrick Bridge Street 2^nd Gent Pa Sheridan College Street 1^st Lady Bee Donohoe 2^nd Lady Mrs Casey.

Sympathy is extended to P J O Flanagan on the death of his mother Catherine O Flanagan wife of TF O Flanagan former Social Welfare Officer in Butlersbridge at her residence Bishop Street Ballyshannon.Burial took place in Kinlough County Leitrim.

Winners from Cavan Show Josephine McEntee 73 Church Street Best Sponge Cake while her niece Marlene Conlon was highly commended for the excellence of her Black currant Jam.

Jackson’s annual outing to Bundoran most enjoyable. Staff return thanks to Maurice and Alan Jackson B Turner and A (Sandy) Gordon.

Gramophone Society AGM Chairman Professor William Browne Treasurer A R McLoughlin Secretary Dr P Watters and Tommy McCormick Committee Rev A B McGrath Douglas Anderson Misses Barney Corr Nellie McIntyre and Angela Clarke.

Wedding of Mr Aodh Brennan ACCA Rathgar son of Mr and Mrs H Brennan late of Church Street to Maureen Walsh MSR daughter of the late Mr and Mrs J R Walsh Sandycove Dublin in Saint Francis Church Dublin.

Riots in the streets as President Peron is toppled by the army after 9 controversial years in charge in Argentinean while he himself takes refuge in Paraguayan Gun Boat on River Plate. General Eduardo Leonardi is sworn in as the new President. Well known Democrat he led the movement to unseat Peron.

County Manager’s Orders Philip Lawlor Drumalee is to be appointed whole time position of Clerical Officer Cavan County Council. Renumeration of £175 per annum rising by £15 to £250 per annum and eventually when fully experienced Phil will earn £450 per annum together with appropriate allowances.

Matilda Crotty NT is granted £255-2-6 marriage gratuity being 9/12 of her personal renumeration.

Scholarships worth £60 per annum Aíne S Donlon Saint Phelim’ Place and Convent of Mercy Ballymahon. George B Johnston Saint Mary’ Ballyhaise and Saint Patrick’s College Cavan.

Rocky Marciano knocks out Archie Moore in the 9^th round of their World Heavyweight Title Bout. Marciano received a purse of £172,000 and Moore received £86,000 as his share of the gate and TV Rights.

October 1^st 1955 John A and Mrs Costello accompanied by C Cremin Ambassador to the Holy Sea is granted a private audience lasting over 40 minutes with Pope Pius Xii.It was his first visit since 1951 and the Poe presented him with a Gold Medal proclaiming the Dogma of the Assumption and a rosary beads.

Actor James Dean dies instantly when the Porsche he was driving crashed near Los Angeles. He was only 24. Starred in two box office hit films ‘Rebel without a Cause’ and ‘East of Eden’ while his latest film ‘Giant’ was nearing completion.

Kerry win their 18^th Senior Football title when they defeat a fancued Dublin team 0-12 to 1-6 in the All Ireland Final before an attendance of 87,102 who paid gate receipts of £10,667 at Croke Park Dublin. Kerry led by 0-5 to 0-3 at half time. Kerry outplayed their opponents using the direct route to goal and Dublin forwards particularly Kevin Heffernan overdid the close passing and solo running up cul de sacs in the face of teak tough tacking from the Kerry backs. Only a late goal from Ollie Freaney from a penalty put a better gloss on a poor disappointing Dublin display.

Farnham Cup at County Cavan Golf Club Eamonn English off 9 beats Phil Lawlor playing off 14 2 up.

Breffni Park Draw 1^st £20 John Coyle Mons Terrace 2^nd  J Casher GNR Cavan 3^rd Josie Hick 29 College Street £1 each Father PJ Gargan Miss Smith The Clinic and Con Smith Butlersbridge.Promoter’s Prize Mrs Packie Leonard Bridge Street.

Cavan Boy Scout’s Accordion Band in ‘Beginner’s Please’ broadcast on Radio Eireann from the County Hall Mullingar.

Jimmy Veale of the Anglo Celt Staff and native of Dungarvan County Waterford marries Mary Murray daughter of Mr and Mrs P Murray Lisdoonan County Monaghan.

Gramophone Recital in Farnham Hotel by Fathers Bob McCabe and AB McGrath.

Eugene J Timmoney son of Mr and Mrs PJ Timmoney 55 Thornhill Road Mount Merion Dublin weds Helen McCarren in the Cathedral of Saints Patrick and Phelim Cavan.The bride daughter of Margaret (daisy) Nee Smith and the late Patrick McCarren was given away by her uncle Tom. Eileen and Bernadette (sisters) were The Bridesmaids while Mr A J Timoney was  Best Man Groomsman Gerard A Timmoney.The celebrant was Father James J O Reilly Adm Cavan and the Reception was held in the Park Hotel Virginia with the honeymoon abroad.

October 8th 1955 “Television comes to Cavan free demonstration in your own home after sales service models from 60 guineas. Smyth’s 60 Main Street Cavan Phone Cavan 88”.

Visitation to Killygarry cemetery very well attended and all plots tidied up for the occasion. Rosary and Benediction by Father James J O Reilly Adm assisted by Rev Charles Cartwright. The visitation of Cullies cemetery will take place next Sunday at 4 o clock.

Death of Katherine A (Bazie) Smith NT Crubany House. She succeeded her father Joe as Secretary Cavan Pension Committee. She was extremely careful and efficient in her dealings. Survived by her brother Philip S ‘Crubany House’ and Mrs E O Gorman formerly of The Stores Ballyhaise. Funeral from the Cathedral to Killygarry.

Death of Patrick Cograve Farmer Kilnavara. Survived by his wife and 2 daughters. Funeral from the Cathedral to Cullies.

Bridge Club AGM President Dr BT Cullen Captain Gerry Hunt Committee Father Sean O Reilly M/S J M Breen W Browne MA WR Reardon Dermot Morgan and JP Mansfield.

Cavan Town beat Longford 3-1 at home. Backs were outstanding breaking up any threats from Longford while the forward line were tricky dainty and deadly in their finishing. Scorers for Cavan Andy McGahon Andy Mohan and top scorer Gene Cullivan. Cavan Gerry Maguire Sean Brady Frank Johnston Michael Jermyn George McClarey Andy Mohan Andy McGahon Jimmy Deignan G McDonagh and Gene Cullivan.

October 15^th 1955”Look out for the name Fox’s of Cavan. Farm boots made from specially selected material nailed or plain soles”.

Tommy Smyth Electrician Butlersbridge erects the new chandeliers in the Cathedral which cost £1,000 and the new Marble Pulpit is nearing completion. New Public Address System to be installed shortly. Proceeds from the weekly silver collection and the Parochial Bazaar which made a profit of £2,000 are being used to defray the expense.

Stephen Keaveney Butlersbridge is 1^st place in Ireland and wins the Overend Scholarship in his final Solicitor exams. He is serving his apprenticeship in TJ Fitzpatrick’s Solicitors Farnham Street.

George Maloney son of GV and Eileen Farnham Street passes his final Solicitor exams with honours. George served his apprenticeship with his father.

Father PJ Gargan and Charles Cartwright lead the large congregation in reciting the Rosary and De Profundis at a packed Cullies cemetery visitation where great praise was heaped on the relatives for attending to their graves.

Boy Scout’s Accordion and Harmonica Bands are the outstanding stars of ‘Beginners Please’ on Radio Eireann. Members of the Band who took part were Eddie Kirby Oliver Cassidy Tony O Dowd Brian Finlay Sean Smith Fergal Moore Terry Smith Eamonn Gaffney and drummer Eamonn Brady. The Band was under the Baton of Scoutmaster John Donohoe.

CYMS Whist Top Score Benny Cafferty 1^st Lady Mrs Arnold 2^nd Lady Mrs P Marron Ashe Street 1^st Gent Anselem Lovett 2^nd Gent HL Smith.

Father ABC McGrath gives the recital at Cavan Gramophone Society. Next recital by Heather Fletcher Killeshandra.

October 22^nd 1955 Breffni Park Draw 1^st £20 J Maguire Drumbar 2^nd Miss M Maguire 3^rd£2 Mrs Sullivan 1 Main Street. Promoter’s Prize MJ Galligan.

An impressive Yugoslavia defeat the Republic of Ireland 4-1 in front of a 22,000 crowd  all of whom had ignored pleas by the Archbishop of Dublin to boycott the match as a mark of protest against the imprisonment of Archbishop Stepinac by the Yugoslavian authorites. President Sean T O Kelly refuses to attend and the Army Number 1 Band were with withdrawn by the Minister of Defence with no other band willing to step into the breach. Thousands of tickets returned to the Association who refunded the money to those not willing to attend.

Cavan Town beat Bailieborough Celtic 5-2 in Bailieborough. Feature of the game was the ding dong struggle between Cavan Town’s outstanding forwards and the strong Bailieborough defence which Cavan shaded with superior fitness and finesse. Gerry Maguire in the Cavan goals was outstanding saving a penalty and inspiring confidence while George McClarey and Michael Jermyn were the outstanding defenders while Mohan 2 John Lennon Gene Cullivan and McDonagh were the scorers in a fast moving clever Cavan attack. Cavan team Gerry Maguire Sean Brady Frank Johnstone Michael Jermyn George McClarey Sean McManus Andy McGahon Gerry McDonagh Andy Mohan Gene Cullivan and John Lennon.

Death of the legendary Thomas (Tommy) Smyth Railway Hotel brother of ME Smyth Pound Archway and Con Smyth Main Street. Tommy and his wife Mary were proprietors of the Railway Hotel which is a very popular venue for sporting and cultural organisations to hold their functions. Tommy is survived by his wife Mary son Paddy daughter Mary brother and sister. Funeral was the largest seen in Cavan for many years in the Cathedral with burial afterwards in Drumkilly Cemetery with the cortege stretching to over 100 cars. Father ABC McGrath officiated.

CYMS Whist Top Score Mrs Morris Ivy Cottage Farnham Road 1^st Lady Mrs O Rourke 2^nd Mrs Susan Rehill 1^st Gent B Sloan Ballinagh 2^nd Gent Mattie Corcoran.

The tiny Pike theatre stages the first ever production of Samuel Beckett’s ‘Waiting for Godot’ which was slammed by the London critics.

CYMS 1956 President Gerry M Lovett Vice President Mick Fox Secretary Anselem Lovett Treasurer Larry Clarke. Committee Tom McCusker Eugene Monahan Joe Higgins Mattie Corcoran and Phil Lawlor.

Presentation to Thomas Donlon (Inspector of Schools) by Dr Jack Sullivan Captain from the members of County Cavan Golf Club on the occasion of his departure on promotion to Ennis County Clare .Thomas and his family spent 6 ½ very happy years in Cavan where he was resident in Saint Phelim’s Place. Prominent  member of County Cavan Golf Club Saint Vincent De Paul Cavan Bridge Club Organiser for Cavan District INTO and a founder member of Cumainn Seanchas an Cabhain.

October 29^th 1955 John Smith Mountnuggent at the age of 21 wins the Irish Hospital’s Sweepstake on the Cambridgeshire in which he had a ½ share worth £25,000 when ‘Retrial was placed 1^st in the Cambridgeshire. It is the first time ever that the top prize has come to County Cavan. Mrs Philip Reilly Housewife and Gretta Cusack (14) school girl at Cavan Technical School Michael Cooney Farmer’s son John Reilly County Council Rate Collector Killymeehan Stradone each held 1/8 shares and receive £6,250 each. Hugh McDermott Drumnick Stradone and Labourer Cavan County Council was the seller of the winning ticket and receives £1,000.

Death of Joan F McCabe Drumalee relict of the late Patrick McCabe Master of Cavan Workhouse. Known throughout a wide area for her charity and kindness. Survived by her family brother and sister. Funeral from the Cathedral to Kilmessan County Meath.

Harry Dawson Keadue Lodge is presented with a solid gold pen by the Management of Saint Barnabas Hospital New York for not missing a days work in 15 years distinguished service to the Hospital.

Death of Joseph Allen well known local general dealer Mitchell Street and latterly Tullac Mongan. Father PJ Gargan officiated at the well attended funeral from the Cathedral to Cullies Cemetery.

Death of Clara E Tyndall Nee Gordon at the residence of her brother in law W Wallace Church Street. She was predeceased by her sister Mrs Wallace a few weeks ago. Funeral from Cavan Parish Church to Kilmore Cemetery.

Sympathy is extended to Mr Michael J Galligan General Manager Providers on the death of his sister Sister Consiglo a native of Denn at Saint Michael’ Convent Streatham Common London. She was also a sister of John Galligan Carrickabawn and Rev Brother Crispin OFM Athlone.

CYMS Whist Top Score Mrs Bee Donohoe Abbey Street 1^st Lady Mrs Arnold 2^nd Mrs Bell 1^st Gent Joe Brady 2^nd Gent Joe Higgins.

Publication of Lord Kilbracken’s autobiography ‘Living Like a Lord’ containing 12 chapters dealing with the difficulties in combining his lives in London and Carrigallen both as a Peer and Farmer.

November 5^th 1955 Princess Margaret stuns the world by announcing that she will not marry the love of her life Group Captain Peter Townsend as the latter is divorced from his first wife. “She is putting her Christian values Country Commonwealth before all personal considerations” said a statement from Clarence House in London.

Cootehill celebrate the double of League and Championship for the 1^st time since 1932 as they beat Mullahoran in the County Cavan League Final at Breffni Park.

Death of Michael Gilsenan Lisreagh highly respected throughout a wide area. He was a decent honourable charitable man. Survived by his wife and family. Father Charles Cartwright officiated  at the Funeral from the Cathedral to Killygarry cemetery.

Gramophone Society recital by  Heather Fletcher Killeshandra. Next week will be the turn of Ann English Church Street.

CYMS Whist Top Score Gerry Moore Saint Phelim’s Place 1^st Lady AM O Reilly 1^st Gent Frank Tully.

Death of well known Dublin Publican Matt Smith owner of many public houses in Dublin. He later established the famous ‘Step Inn’ at Stepaside. Native of Corrahoe Stradone he served his time to the licensed trade before branching out on his own in Dublin. He took a prominent part in the fight for Independence and was imprisoned  twice. Founder member of Cavan Association in Dublin he served for many years as Treasurer. Keen GAA follower he was a well known sight in Coke Park carrying the blue and white flag of his native ciunty.Travelled by ship to New York in September 1947 to witness Cavan win their 3^rd All Ireland at the expense of Kerry in the Polo Grounds. Saint Mary’s Church Stepaside was packed to the door for the funeral to Glasnevin cemetery with many people travelling up from Cavan. Survived by his wife sons brothers sister relatives and a wide circle of friends.

November 12^th 1955 Wilfred HR McGauran Aural Surgeon Harley Street London and late of Church Street Cavan is conferred with the Order of the Knight of Saint Gregory The Great at Saint George’s Cathedral Southwark London by Most Rev Dr Cowdray Bishop of Southwark. His father was Medical Officer in County Home Cavan. He has been practicing in London since 1930s and all his family are members of the Medical profession. He qualified at UCD taking his MD at The Royal College of Surgeons Dublin.He pioneered the Fenestration operation for deafness in England.

Death of Rev Mother Mary Judge Saint Clare’s Convent at the age of 90. She spent all her religious life in Cavan and was a native of County Roscommon. All her family were in Religion and she is survived by 1 sister Sister Mary Stanislaus Carlow. Father JJ O Reilly

Adm was the chief celebrant at her funeral in the Convent Chapel to the adjoining cemetery. Chanters in Choir Father A B McGrath CC and Father JJ O Reilly PP Denn.

Breffni Park Draw 1^st and £20 Katie Murphy Tullac Mongan 2^nd J Goldrick Killeshandra 3^rd M Bergin Church Street Promoter’s Prize Joe O Rourke Market Square.

Dermot Morgan celebrates 21 years as Secretary County Cavan Golf Club with a Banquet in the Ulster Arms at which a presentation was

made to him to mark the milestone. The Anglo Celt in a tribute to the legendary Dermot trace the history of County Cavan Golf Club which was founded in 1894 in Killynebber on land owned by the Lough family who lived in Killynebber House (Conlon’s).joined the Golfing Union of Ireland in 1899 and in 1923 the Club located to a new site at Drumelis and has gone from strength to strength ever since. Dr Jack Sullivan Captain presented Dermot with a record player and an album of records and there followed a Social evening with members staging their own sketches while Mrs Maisie Magee accompanied the many singers on the piano.

Crosserlough retain their Minor crown beating Cavan Slashers 2-11 to 2-3  in the Final in Breffni Park. Slashers coped well enough for the first half but the bigger stronger Crosserlough team imposed themselves on the game to run out decisive winners. Donal Crotty Sean Byers Phil Maguire and county star Brian O Reilly outstanding while Andy Brady was the best forward afield. Daly and Jim Meehan were outstanding in defence for the Slashers while Con Smith Jimmy ‘Inky’ Sheridan and Dessie Agnew played soundly for the Slashers in attack. Crosserlough led by 2-3 to 0-3 at half time but goals from Dessie Agnew and Con Smith put a shine on the score for the Slashers.

Death of Annie H O Rourke 18 Owen Roe Terrace. Predeceased by her husband Joe less than 1 year ago. She is survived by her sons daughters brothers sisters. Rev PJ Gargan officiated at the funeral from the Cathedral to Killygarry cemetery.

November 19th 1955 Deputation to Minister for Health hear from the Minister that the long awaited new Hospital for Cavan will be shelved until the earliest 1959 as the Government have no money for the project. County Manager states that planning will continue on the site which is adjacent to the Courthouse and the Hospital will be built  when funds become available in a few short years !

Breffni Park Draw 1^st and £20 Cissie Blessing Main Street 2^nd £5 T Smith Stragella 3^rd £3 E Smith Tullac Mongan £1 each Tommy Smith C/o Blessings Mrs Hand Church Street and P Lee Drumulen Ricehill Promoter’s Prize Betty Breslin Coleman Road.

Polio scare in Cavan town. All meetings gathering are banned until further notice. Four suspected cases are admitted to Isolation Hospital Clondalkin where 2 cases were confirmed as Polio. The Polio is caused by a virus from the bowel and all local schools are closed. No football games cinema or dances permitted. Dr M A Courtney issuing a list of guidelines which are aimed at containing the outbreak.

November 26th 1955 There are now 175 television sets installed in the Republic of Ireland with reception and picture quality from the Divis Mountain transmitter in Belfast reported as very satisfactory particularly in the higher regions of Cavan.

Dennis Barratt and his Orchestra from Tralee entertain a capacity attendance at the ‘Bachelor’s Ball’ in the Town Hall. Later supper was served to chosen guests from all over Ireland in the Ulster Arms Hotel.

Longford beat Cavan 2-1 in a thrilling encounter at the Showground’s in Longford. Longford led 1-0 at halftime before adding to their tally early in the 2^nd half when John Lennon pulled 1 back for Cavan. Best for a very impressive Cavan team were Jermyn Meeham and McDonagh.

December 3rd 1955 Seamus McFerran President of the GAA unveils a 10 foot high headstone to John Joe O Reilly at the Derries cemetery Killeshandra on the 3rd anniversary of the late John Joe’s death. Prominent players and officials joined Army NCOs from all over the country attending Mass in Saint Bridget’s Church celebrated by Father J O Donohoe C C. The headstone was blessed by Father James Sheridan PP VF Killeshandra.the ceremony concluded with Father J O Donohoe reciting a decade of the Rosary in Irish. Wreaths were laid by John Joe’s widow Olive Simon Deignan on behalf of the All Ireland Champions 1947/1948 Phil Brady on behalf of the 1955 team MJ Mullin Chairman County Board Sean Flanagan Mayo on behalf of the Clubs Cumainn Peil. The many guests were entertained to lunch in The Railway Hotel Killeshandra.The Celtic Cross was made of Ballinasloe Limestone sculptured by Frank Rennix Kilnaleck. The chief guests were Olive widow Brian Breffni sons Sorrani and Alva daughters. Parents Mr and Mrs John O Reilly brothers Tom Francis Vincent sisters Mrs J O Dowd and Annie O  Reilly. At the request of The Cavan Association in Dublin Mass was celebrated simultaneously with the ceremonies in Killeshandra in Rathfarnham County Dublin.

Death of Bridget Gaffney at the residence of her nephew Ben Gaffney Publican Upper Main Street. She was of advanced years and was ailing for sometime. Deeply religious and charitable, she was a member of many of the Cathedral Sodalities Father Charles Cartwright officiated at the funeral from the Cathedral to Drumkilly.

Sympathy is extended to Paddy Brady ‘Narrick’s Bridge’ and Alice Donohoe Bridge Street on the death of their brother John Brady at a Dublin Hospital. He was the local Superintendent for the Irish Assurance Company in Clones. The Funeral took place in Clones.

Douglas Anderson Latt gives an outstanding recital of light classical music at the Gramophone Society in the Farnham Hotel. Next recital same venue by Miss Storey.

CYMS Whist Drive Top Score Mrs Storey Swellan Cavan 1^st Gent Sean Fitzpatrick Ballinagh 2^nd Gent Pa Sheridan Upper Main Street 1^st Lady Bee Donohoe Abbey Street 2^nd Joint Mrs Casey and Baby Weir.

Sympathy is extended to P J O Flangan Church Street on the death of his mother Catherine O Flanagan wife of F O Flanagan Bishop Street Ballyshannon. Survived by her husband sons daughters relatives. Burial took place in Kinlough County Leitrim.

Censorship Board ban ’Molloy’ by Samuel Beckett ‘The Quiet American’ by Graham Greene and ‘Lolita’ by Vladimir Nabokov.

February 18^th 1956 Gala All star Concert featuring Charlie Byrne Kathleen Watkins Eugene Lambert Ventriloquest.The Boy Scouts Harmonica and Accordion Band will also participate and a feature of the local input is a Camp Scene with script by Father Torlac O Reilly in the Town Hall in aid of Cavan CBSI Fund Admission 4/- 3/6 2/-.

Sullivan’s Number 1 Main Street and 1 Church Street remains unsold at Public Auction in the Farnham Hotel where the Auctioneer was Con P Smith and Son MIAA.

Death of Bernard Smith 32 Tullac Ronaghan. Survived by his son Hughie daughters and sisters. Father James J O Reilly officiated at the Funeral Mass from the Cathedral to Killygarry cemetery.

Frank Reilly Church Street sustains serious shoulder injuries after the van he was driving was in collision with a lorry belonging to Smith’s Garage at the entrance to the GNR Station Cavan. Frank is recuperating in the Surgical Hospital.

8^th Annual Fireman’s Ball in the Town Hall packed to capacity with the Hall beautifully decorated and spots for every dance.

Andy O Brien Secretary Killygarry Rural Electrification states that the scheme is almost completed and the official turn on will take place at the end of April 1956.

CYMS Whist Top Score P Keaveney 1^st Lady Josephine McEntee 2^nd Mrs M J Galligan 1^st Gent Jerome Casey 2^nd Gent Mick Galligan.

February 25th 1956 Tom Maguire makes the Sub’s bench on the Ireland tem to play the Combined Universities on March 18^th at Croke Park. Pat Carolan and Jim McDonnell will line out for the Combined Universities.

Girl’s Club Whist Drive Top Score J Brady £2 1^st Gent John Clarke 2^nd Gent Joe Higgins 1^st Lady Peggy Costello 2^nd Lady Mrs Bob Simpson.

Girl’s Club Whist Drive Top Score J Brady 1^st Gent John Clarke 2^nd Gent Joe Higgins (100 Cigarettes) 1^st Lady Peggy Costello 2^nd Lady Mrs Simpson (Pair of Nylons)

Dog and Gun Club Social in The Imperial Hotel featuring Tommy (Tolly) O Donnell Ulster’s Louis Armstrong accompanied by Jimmy Tully Des Jenkins Joe Higgins Mick Lyons Shantemon and M Lynch Stradone.

De La Salle Flageolet Band make their concert debut at the All Star Comaltas Ceoltori Eireann Concert in the Town Hall. Micheal Smyth Leader Robert Gray Damian Dillon Emmanuel Kennedy Liam Cooke Dermot Burke. Other local artistes included Sheila Brady Mary Teresa O Reilly Kevin Downey Kathleen Lyons Kathleen Keogan all from the Power School of Dancing and Dermot and Colm Smith billed as Comedians from Longford. The MC was Sean Óg O Tuama.

March 3^rd 1956 Holy Father Pius XII celebrates his 80^th Birthday on the 2^nd March 1956. Special Masses are celebrated all over the  World including Cavan where Bishop Quinn presided at a packed Cathedral. In Armagh where Cardinal Dalton was the principal celebrant and the Pro Cathedral in Dublin where Archbishop John Charles McQuaid presided while in Westminster Cathedral in London Cardinal Griffin presided at a Special concelebrated Mass to mark the Pontiff’s birthday and 17^th anniversary of his election as Supreme Pontiff.

Enthusiasm for the redevelopment of Breffni Park begins to peter out as the stadium falls into a state of relevant disrepair with seats and grass maintenance falling into neglect. Committee 1956 Chairman TM Gilroy Vice Chairman Gerry Lovett Treasurer Mattie Corcoran Secretary Tommy Hughes Committee Maurice Brady Ned Coke Seamus Gilheaney Tommy O Reilly The Regal MJ Galligan Jimmy Finlay Eugene Monaghan Tommy Young L Fitzsimmons Jack McConnell and Frank O Rourke. Plans are afoot to reinvigorate the weekly draw hold a bazaar and increase receipts from the sale of match day programmes.

Cavan ICA Gild President Dorie Smith Vice President Mrs Brady Secretary Phyllis Farris Treasurer Mrs Dowd Farnham Street Committee Olive Black Ms Cowell Dawson Myrtle Henderson McManus SRN Molly Finnegan and Nellie McIntyre. Maisie Magee was the pianist at the Birthday Party which followed the Annual General Meeting in the Ulster Arms Hotel.

Boy Scouts Concert Town Hall Solo acts from Joe Cullivan Gerry Maguire Mel Doherty Paddy McNamara Francis Farrelly Anthony Jackson Richard Graham and Brian Finlay. Davy Crockett was played by Tommy Carroll Saint Felim’s Place. Producers Father Torlac O Reilly and John Donohoe Scoutmaster.

Kathleen Sullivan partnered by her next door neighbour and great friend Maureen McDonald Church Street win the Captain’s Surgeon Paddy Maloney’s Prize at Cavan Bridge Club E/W Tom Hickey and Maggie Hickey.

Gavin Low Cattle Market at Cavan Showground’s report record prices with 3 year old stores fetching £50-£66 Springers £60 Fat Cows £40-£46.

March 10^th 1956 Taoiseach John A Costello will sit on the Reviewing Stand at the annual Saint Patrick’s Day Parade in New York where over 100,000 people will participate while an estimated 2 million will watch the Parade as it wends its way around 5^th Avenue.

Cavan Town draw with a teak tough Bailieboro Celtic who led at half time by 1-0 but Man of the Match Cavan’s flying winger Gene Cullivan scored the goal of the season sending a rasping left footed shot to the Bailieboro goal with time almost up to give the visitors a deserving draw.

Saint Patrick’s College have 2 representatives on the Ulster Colleges team to play Munster with Hugh Barney O Donohoe and Jimmy (The Miller) Smith the Cavan representatives .

Cavan have 6 players on the Ulster team to play Munster in the Railway Cup Final at Croke Park on Saint Patrick’s  day. Seamus Morris  Noel Reilly Jim McDonald Pat Carolan Tom Maguire and Victor Sherlock.

Frank Lynott star of the Pavillion Pantomimes as a comical duo with the great MJ (Sonny) Magee and outstanding rugby player with Cavan is transferred from the Ulster Bank Cavan to Dublin. Frank will be replaced in the Bank by Mr Kennedy Castlepollard.

De La Salle Cavan win the Assaroe Cup with their production of Iosagin at the Ballyshannon Drama Festival where Adjudicator Seamus Breathnach awarded the Cavan School 82 marks. The Producer was Rev Brother Cyril. At Navan Drama Festival the De La Salle won the School’s Shield with Ri Seamus with Paddy McCormack their smallest actor winning the overall gold medal while Brother Cyril won the gold medal for Best Producer. Iosagain Cast Liam Cooke Patsy Lee Harry Hunt Paddy McCormack Damien Dillon Joe Connolly Dermot Burke  Mickey Breslin Richard Graham Joe Hickey and F Smith. Cast Ri Seamus Liam Cooke Dermot Burke Patsy Lee Damien Dillon Paddy McCormack Harry Hunt Richard Graham.

Kathleen Smith grand daughter of Phil Wray Emmett Place wins 3 gold medals for step dancing at Bethnal Green Feis.

March 17^th 1956 Tommy McCormick Entrepreneur Supreme is now producing Day Old Ducklings at the Elmbank Hatchery. At the moment 11,000 are incubating in American style Incubators and it is expected that 50,000 will be produced this year at his state of the art facility in Cavan. Tommy is now establishing a nation wide distribution network.

First ever Saint Patrick’s Day Parade in Cavan featuring Industrial Parade and traditional Irish Music. Ceilidhe Mór in the Protestant Hall featuring Johnny Reilly from Killeshandra with admission 3/6.

Breffni Park Draw 1^st Mary Cullen College Street £20 2^nd Danny Smith Butlersbridge £5 3^rd Miss M Gaffney Acres Cavan and 3 prizes of £1 Jimmy Mulcahy C/o Benny Conaty’s M Moore 4 Mons Terrace and Paul Caffrey Drumalee. Promoter’s Prize Benny O Rourke Ashe Street £2.

March 17^th 1956 Death of the legendary Alfie Byrne TD and Lord Mayor of Dublin on 10 occasions. Alfie represented Dublin in the Dail since 1922. He was a member of the British House of Commons from 1915-1918. Decorated with the Vatican title from Pope Pius XI and recently was the recipient of an Honary Degree from Trinity College Dublin. All classes and creeds were represented at his funeral with over 150 cars in O Connell Street holding up traffic as the cortege made its way to  Glasnevin cemetery.

Over 1,000 spectators at Cavan’s first Saint Patrick’s Day Parade where there was a turn out of 30 floats and the  Labour Band followed by Drumcrow War Pipers led out the Parade followed by the  Boy Scouts and De La Salle Bands .

Reverend John Brady CSSP at home with mother in Corawelis following many years spent on the Missions in Nigeria.

Eugene Leddy’s Ceilidhe Band will broadcast for a ½ hour on Radio Eireann  next Tuesday night .

CYMS Whist Top Score Katie Murphy 1^st Gent John Weston 2^nd Gent P J Masterson 1^st Lady Mrs Carney 2^nd Lady Mrs Arnold Latt.

The Labour Band paraded as usual to the 11:30 Mass on Saint Patrick’s Day and later led out Cavan’s first Saint Patrick’s Day Parade..

March 24^th 1956 Joseph Tumulty is the Adjudicator at Cavan Drama Festival.

Ulster beat Munster to win the Railway Cup at Croke Park for the 5^th time on a score of 0-12 to 0-4 . Fielding high and kicking long they were yards ahead of their lack lustre opponents and led  by 0-5 to 0-3 at the interval. The Railway Cup was presented to Seamus Gilheaney deputising for Ulster Captain Seamus Morris after the game.

Sergeant William H Thorne who has been stationed in Cavan since 1943 is transferred on promotion to Longford. Popular and respected officer he is a native of Cork City and joined the Force in 1922 serving in Kenmare Gowran and New Town Forbes County Longford.

Sympathy is extended to Michael Reilly Ashe Street and Smith’s Garage on the death of his mother Margaret Reilly Mullacross Kingscourt.

Death of Peter O Reilly Merville Road Stillorgan  Dublin and native of Carrigallen .Spent many years in Cavan town where he was a leading member of Cavan Slashers playing in the All Ireland Final of 1891 when they were beaten by Dublin Club Commercials at Clonturk Park Dublin. Great supporter of the Cavan Senior team, he was a well known figure in Croke Park carrying the Blue  and White of Cavan.He was father of well known Radio Eireann Broadcaster P P O Reilly. There are only 2 survivors of that great Slashers team left John Scotty Brady Wolfe Tone Street and Mick McGurk College Street. He was Guest  of Honour at the opening of the refurbished Breffni Park in May 1952 and his last visit to Cavan was to attend the funeral of his great friend Andy McEntee Sports Editor of the Anglo Celt for 68 years in May 1953. The burial took place in Glasnevin Cemetery.

March 31^st 1956 Sligo Players with the Emlyn William’s play ‘Night Must Come ‘ are the winners of the Open Section and Bishop Lyons Cup at Cavan Drama Festival. Mary Watson Sligo was awarded the Gold Medal for Best Actress. Tunnyduff Pavilion Players are winners of the Hugh Lee Cup with ‘Wild Goose’. Saint Bridget’s Dramatic Society Rathnew are the winners of the Anglo Celt Cup for the Best One Act Play. Moonlight Players Castletara are the winners of the AOH Cup for the Best Rural Group. Best Producer Aileen Coughlan Athlone Little Theatre Group. Fitzpatrick Cup for Elocution went to Bridie Coffey Rathnew .Best Actor A J Faulkner Athlone Little Theatre Group.

In a rugged and robust encounter Butlersbridge powered by many of the stars of the 1953 Minor Championship winners beat new club Farnham 3-5 to 2-4 at the new pitch in Farnham. Scorers for the Bridge Ken Browne 2-4 Brian Myles 1-1. Scorers for Farnham Packie Dunne 1-1 Dessie Agnew 1-0 .

At a largely attended meeting in the Farnham Hotel a new hurling club yet to be named was founded and the officers will be elected at the next meeting on Friday 6^th April at  the same venue.

Death of Teresa McCabe 13 Francis Street widow of the late Bernard Proprietor of McCabe’s Hotel Upper Main Street which was later known as the Erskine Hotel (P A Smyth’s).She is survived by her son Charles and 2 daughters including Margaret who is the popular Chairman of the Ladies Committee Cavan Drama Festival. Father P J Gargan officiated at the funeral from the Cathedral to Killygarry cemetery.

Death of the very popular Margaret ‘Nan’ Elliott at the residence of her daughter Margaret Maguire 42 Upper Main Street where she has resided for some time .She was widow of Charlie Elliott well known Pig Dealer and sister of the legendary Mick McGurk College Street and Hugh ‘Parnell’ McGurk . She is survived by her daughter Margaret Maguire and son Paddy Elliott well known Building Contractor Cavan and Sligo. Funeral  from the Cathedral to Cullies Cemetery.

Death of Bernard Dunne ‘Dew Drop Inn’ .He was a native of Drumsilla Butlersbridge.  Predeceased by his wife some years ago ,he spent many years in America before returning home some time ago. Funeral from the Cathedral to Urney Cemetery.

Death of Mary O Hagan Tullac Mongan. Sympathy is extended to all the relatives. Funeral from the Cathedral to Cullies.

Proceeds of the very successful Vera Brady Fashion Show in the Town Hall are donated to Cavan District  Nursing Organisation.

Cow belonging to Billy McCabe Lake View gives birth to twins a cow and a heifer!

April 7^th 1956 Seamus McFerran President of the GAA welcomes the introduction of television which will further promote Gaelic games both here and in Britain.

M J Smith makes a presentation to Frank Lynott on the occasion of his departure from Cavan to take up a similar position with Ulster Bank in Dublin. Frank was a leading member of the Pavilion Musical Society and formed a comedy partnership with M J Sonny Magee that was the highlight of the Pantomimes from the very start. He was also a leading member of Cavan Rugby Club.Des Jenkins and his Orchestra supplied the music.

After their recent success in Drogheda Maureen Hunt and Maureen McDonald are the local favourites to win the prestigious Dr BT Cullen Trophy which will be decided in the Farnham Hotel next Sunday .

Michael Jordan Wolfe Tone Street caught two monster pike of 14 lbs in Stradone.

Killeshandra Co Op Chairman Dr C J Bourke tells shareholders at the 59^th Annual General Meeting in Killeshandra that their Co Op had turnover of £800,000 for processing 5.25 million gallons of milk.

Winners at Sligo Feis Cheoil include Jean Mackeral Valerie Henderson and Ann Riordan Royal School Cavan while Belinda M Storey Bingfield Crossdoney and Heather Fletcher Killeshandra are 1^st in Quick Practice Piano .

April 14^th 1956 State reports a deficit of £14.6 million after showing a deficit of £16.50 million in 1954.

Death of Edward O Reilly ‘Cavan House’ Bridge Street and Drumcrow Corlesmore. Survived by his sister Rose Smith and other relatives to whom sympathy is extended .Funeral from the Cathedral to Killygarry.

“McConville’s Perm and Hairdressing Cosmetic Salon 11 Main Street Phone Cavan 19 next door to  the Farnham Hotel”.

Death of Mary K Gough relict of Hugh Gough General Merchant and sister of James Gillic Belturbet. She was sister in law of James Gough Publican Church Street. Funeral from the Cathedral to Kilnavart cemetery.

John Cosgrove Engineer weds Sheila McCarren in the Cathedral of Saints Patrick and Phelim Cavan.The Groom is son of Mr and Mrs D Cosgrove Granard while the Bride is daughter of Tom and Minnie McCarren Brookvale Cavan.The Bridesmaids were Valerie McCarren sister Bernadette McCarren cousin and Rose Cosgrove sister of the Groom. The Best Man was Dr T Donohoe Granard while the Brides’ brother Andrew was Groomsman. Father Brian McNamara was the Chief Celebrant assisted by Fathers F Sheridan CSSP Kimmage Manor J Woods CC Granard P J Gargan while Father ABC McGrath was on the Organ.

Breffni Park Draw 1^st F Loughlin Latt £20 2^nd Jim Mulvaney c/o Johnny Brady’s £5Michael Walsh College View. Promoter’s Prize Joe O Rourke  Market Square.

Owen Roe Hurling Club founded following a meeting in the Farnham Hotel. President Jack McConnell Vice President Dr Brian Galligan Chairman Pat PO Neill Anglo Celt Treasurer Jimmy McEntee Committee E Kingston S Lynch Reverend Brothers Cassenus Cyril Dinny McMorrow Anselem Lovett Garda John Mulvey and Ray McIntyre, Practice in Breffni Park for challenge games against clubs from Monaghan Dublin and Westmeath.

Farewell Social and Presentation to Mike Jenkins Sean (Spider) Donohoe Jack Lally and Frankie Lynott by County Cavan Rugby Club in the Town Hall. Music by the Des Jenkins Orchestra. The Presentation was made by Arthur Fagan Solicitor Cavan U D C.

Sympathy is extended to Mrs Surgeon Cullen on the death of her brother Richard K Mohan Castlepollard who was killed in an accident. Richard had recently been promoted to Manager Hibernian Bank Trim. Bishop Hanley of Elphin presided at the Funeral Mass from Sligo Cathedral . The burial took place in Boyle.

Sympathy is extended to J P Mansfield County Engineer on the death of his step mother Elizabeth Mansfield Clondalkin who was married to the late Edward Mansfield President of the I N T O.

Huge turnout for the Dr B T Cullen Open Bridge Cup in the Farnham Hotel. The first holders are J P Morgan Dublin and Mrs N Faul Duleek P Morgan is a brother of Dermot Morgan Cavan and is well known in Bridge Tournament circles while Mrs Faul is presently President of the Irish Contract  Bridge Association .

April 21^st 1956 Wedding of the Decade takes place in Monaco when American film star Grace Kelly marries Prince Rainier of Monaco in the Cathedral of Saint Nicholas in Monte Carlo. The 22 years old Irish American whose descendants hailed from County Mayo was presented with a Ruby Tiara by well known Casino and Shipping Magnate Aristotle Onassis valued at £5,000. All houses in the town who owned a TV were packed to capacity to witness the glittering ceremony relayed by Eurovision to BBC Northern Ireland .

Car driven by Pat (Stick) Donohoe in collision with a cyclist at Moynehall Cavan named Philip Galligan Thomascourt. Detained in Hospital as a result of the accident are George Leinster Wolfe Tone Street James O Brien Brdge Street and James McKenna Faragh Crossdoney .

Paddy McCormack son of Tommy and Maisie Tullac Mongan and Olive Magee daughter of Sean Magee Merchant Bridge Street (Tom Boylan’s ) are the winners of the two Scholarships to Donegal Gaeltacht.

Eileen Reardon Cavan I C A wins the Gold  Medal for Public Speaking at Sligo Feis Mrs Eileen Maloney Cavan was 3^rd .

April 28^th 1956 Death of Ida Costello wife of John A Costello Taoiseach. she had been ill for a considerable time. John Charles McQuaid Archbishop of Dublin presided at the Funeral Mass from the Church of the Sacred Heart Donnybrook when among the attendance was the President Sean T O Kelly. Messages of sympathy pour in from all over the World.

Death of William Bill Sheridan 20 Saint Brigid’s Terrace .For many years he was Caretaker of the Pavilion and was an outstanding Grounds man marking the courts mowing the lawns and making it one of the finest venues in this part of the country. In  the Winter months  he was employed in the Elmbank Hatchery. Survived by his wife Elizabeth sons Jimmy Jackie Frank Liam and daughter Rosaleen Murray. Funeral from the Cathedral to Saint Brigid’s Killygarry.

Teddy Cinnamond wins the Mens Doubles and Mixed Doubles at the Midland Championship in Dublin partnering Mr G Payne and Miss L Peard.

The drive to extend the Electricity grid continues with the official switch on of the Crubany Killygarry area with Andy O Brien NT Chief Local Organiser. There are now 172,000 Rural customers with  the aim to extend this number to 288.000

Paddy Duffy Sean ‘Spider Donohoe Anglo Celt Staff Paddy and Desmond Jenkins are made a presentation at a Social to mark their emigration to Canada as they sail on the Saint Columba which will dock in Canada in  a few days time. Des and Paddy were leading members of the Pavilion Musical Society who made a generous presentation to them on  the occasion.

Death of AH Smith (Alexander Harry ) Church Street and 87 Main Street.He was a well known figure in the business life of Cavan and was an expert Jeweller and Watchmaker whose family graced the business  life of Cavan for almost 50 years. He was quick to embrace  all changes and was the main Murphy Radio dealer for County Cavan enjoying a very enviable reputation as a dealer and service man. He was ill for some time and is succeeded in the business by his son A E ‘Ernie’ Smith who continues to carry on this long established business in Cavan. Alexander was a brilliant gardener and was a leading Exhibitor and prize-winner at Cavan Show. Survived by his son A E daughter in law and grandson. The funeral was one of the largest ever seen in the Protestant Parish Church with the cortege stretching the entire length of Farnham Street to Kilmore Cemetery where Alexander H Smith was laid to rest with Rev Archdeacon Shire MA officiating .

May 5^th 1956 Drumalee beat Farnham Shamrock’s 3-3 to 0-1 in a Junior League clash. Farnham had many chances including kicking a penalty wide but Drumalee were much more experienced and accomplished than the newcomers who coped well with the rain and bad soft muddy conditions at the Farnham venue. Drumalee led by 2-1 to 0-1 at half time. Scorers for Drumalee Brady 3-0 Austin Reilly 0-3 Donie Fay 0-2 while Jackson scored the home side’s only point in the first half .Tom Doogan Annagh was the Referee.

Meanwhile Butlersbridge powered by their recent Minor Championship stars continue to impress beating local rivals Cavan Harps 5-3 to 1-5 before a large attendance at Butlersbridge leading by 4-1 to 1-2 at the interval. The Bridge defence dominated exchanges in the 2^nd half .Scorers for the Bridge McPhillips 2-0 Lynch 2-0 Ken Browne 1-0 Sean Browne Con Smith Brian Myles 0-1 each while the Harps replies per Pappy McNamara 1-0 Tom McNamara Jimmy Sheridan and Cathal Young 0-1 each.

Sheila O Reilly from Church Street is this week’s winner of £20 the top prize in the Breffni Park Draw 2^nd Nellie Meehan 1 Saint Brigid’s Terrace 3^rd Tommy Smith C/o Blessing’s £1 each B Dowd Dew Drop Inn Anselem Lovett Cathedral Road and P Smith 44 Main Street.

Sympathy is extended to F H McNulty and family ‘La Moye’ Farnham Road on the death of their baby daughter in a Dublin Hospital. College Street Wolfe Tone Street and Emmett Place are among the areas to continue to honour the Blessed Virgin as the Queen of the May with flowers strewn in salute across the mantles and front doors on May 1^st .

Ina and Margaret Hickey win the Cavan Bridge Championship 2^nd A G Hunt and Dr Bourke 3^rd S T McLoughlin and Tommy McCormick. Prizes were presented by J P Mansfield and Dermot Morgan.

Death of the legendary Mick McGurk College Street at the age of 88 in the Surgical Hospital .He was Cavan and Cavan Slashers most important player for many years .Known as ‘ Big Mick he stood at 6 foot 4 inches and was built like a tank. His middle name was ‘ consistency’ and he never played a poor game for Cavan or the Slashers .Played for the Slashers in the famous All Ireland Semi Final against New Ireland’s  Dublin at Clonturk Park in 1891.He subsequently attended all of Cavan’s All Ireland Final appearances except the victory against Kerry in the Polo Grounds .He was always included in all celebrations and occasions in Cavan football history including the funerals of P J Duke and John Joe O Reilly where his presence lent an air of continuity to the occasions. The McGurks were Cavan’s leading builders for over 100 years and Mick did his utmost to enhance their reputation. He was a gentleman and his courtesy and considerate nature were legendary. Survived by 1 son Thomas Widnes England 4 daughters Mrs Harman Derry Mrs B Bohane Essex England Mrs A Duffy O Rahilly Street and the great singer and artist Molly McGurk.Never of the biggest crowds ever to attend a funeral were assembled for the Removal and Funeral Mass of Mick McGurk celebrated by Father AB McGrath who also officiated at the Graveside in Cullies .Drumalee GFC Cavan Slashers GFC and Cavan Harps provided the Guard of Honour.

Death of Philip McDonagh ex RIC officer Cavan in Sandycove Dublin .Native of Tempo County Fermanagh he was stationed in Cavan  town for many years. He is survived by his wife family and brother Thomas.

 

May 12^th 1956 Des Jenkins Orchestra members are asked to stand in as replacements at a Boxing tournament in Burtonport Co Donegal. Both Eamonn Donohoe and Leo Ronan agreed to stand in for two boxers who didn’t show up and won their contests and Leo was voted the Boxer of the Night before entertaining the huge crowd until way after midnight .

Fancy Dress Parade sponsored by Cavan Tennis Club winners Overall Frances Sullivan ‘Oh to be in Doonaree’ Original Mary McEntee ‘The Ratepayers ’ Most Humorous Des Ormsby and John English ‘Cavan Chamber of Commerce’ Best Group Lorraine McCarren Doreen Gaffney Gwyen Arnold Jill Arnold Rena Tully Sandra Smith M/S Harry Hunt Joe Hickey Pat Gaffney Brian Sullivan Kevin Gaffney and Gareth  Cusack. Best Couple Philip and Dorothy Smyth.

Death of Patrick McKiernan 12 Breffni Terrace . Survived by his wife and family. Member of the Irish Army during the Emergency and the Guard of Honour was formed by members of the Ex Servicemen from the Cathedral to Cullies Cemetery.

Death of Thomas Keyes a native of Virgina but resident for some years in Breffni Terrace. Sympathy is extended to his wife and other relatives. Funeral from the Cathedral to Cullies .

Hearty Congratulations to Joe G and Agnes Reilly Southern Drive Loughton Essex England on the birth of triplet boys. Joe is the well  known playwright and writer from Drumcrave and both are former members of Cavan County Council Staff. Agnes is a daughter of JJ O Reilly County Council Termon Virginia.

Jack McCarthy son of County Manager Dermot  McCarthy from Rock Cross Cavan emigrates to Chicago as he sails from Cobh he brings with him a set of laminated hurleys for a famous Club in Chicago. Jack has already secured a position with  the Bell Telephone Company in Chicago.

May 19^th 1956” Smith’s Stores leaders in television radio and electrical also stocking prams and cycles open to the public at 1-

3 Dublin Road Phone 194”.

Feast of Saint John Bosco De La Salle celebrated in Cavan with the new Flagelot band leading out the school to Mass in the Cathedral celebrated by Father Jimmy O Reilly Adm while Rev AB McGrath was on the organ conducting the School Choir. Afterwards all the pupils were rewarded with sweets and minerals in the school.

Clive Anderson Royal School wins the piano section Feis Cheoil and is booked to broadcast from Radio Eireann in the next few weeks.

Garda Superintendent Patrick Hennelly is transferred from Cavan to Enniscrone County Sligo. Native of Castlebar he joined the Force in 1922 attached to the Military Police quickly rising to the rank of Quartermaster Sergeant when in 1930 he joined the Garda where he was first stationed at the Phoenix Park. During this time he established himself as a leading boxer and won several Garda titles at all weights. He fought all over Britain and Ireland as a Middleweight and represented Ireland on a regular basis at International level participating in the Golden Gloves in Chicago. He was Irish Middleweight Champion on several occasions and European Police Champion. His passion was Boxing and every place that he was posted he established thriving Boxing Clubs including Ballyhaise and Cavan on two occasions. In 1949 he was promoted to the rank of Sergeant and was posted to Ballyhaise .Inspector O Sullivan made a presentation to Sergeant Henley on behalf of his colleagues in Cavan Garda Station.

Terence S Smyth ACIS ‘Annalee House’ 7 Cootehill Road  author of the ‘ Civic History of the Town of Cavan’ is attending the Annual meeting of the Institute in Dublin-the first time it has been held outside England .

P N Smith Chairman and RS Black Secretary report to the AGM of the Society that the Cavan Show had receipts of £1,097 with a resulting profit of £74 after paying all expenses on the 1955 Show.

May 26^th 1956 In a deluge of rain Saint Patrick’s College open their new football pitch. Labour Band parade from the town while the students of the College perform a drill display. Cavan beat Meath in a Challenge game while Saint Patrick’s beat Saint Eunan’s Letterkenny in a curtain raiser before the Blessing and official opening by Bishop Quinn.

Breffni Park Draw 1^st and £20 Pearse Gilroy  Promoter’s Prize Mrs Packy Leonard Bridge Street.

Brigid Brady at the age of 82 flies out of Shannon Airport to attend the ordination of her grandson James O Malley by Cardinal Spellman in Saint Patrick’s Cathedral New York.

Great fishing on Lough Sheelin as Father PJ Gargan and Tom McCarren each land specimen trout in excess of 5 lbs on the Mayfly.

Sympathy is extended to Michael J Galligan Providers on the death of his brother John (Jack) Merchant Carrickabawn. Funeral to Drumavaddy Cemetery.

June 2^nd  1956 Meeting of newly formed Chamber of Commerce with Austin McDonald presiding decide to contact the parent body in Ireland with a view to seeking admission. The stated aim of the Chamber is to promote business within the town with particular emphasis on the  Tourist trade.

The Second Fleadh Cheoil Na hEireann in Ennis attracts over 1,000 musicians with cameras covering the event from BBC London. Margaret Reilly Coleman Road and Lough Gowna was 2^nd in the Traditional Singing Contest while Tony O Dowd 13 Saint Phelim’s Place Cavan was also 2^nd in the Individual Under 14 Accordion. Walter  Higgins and his Band from Tullyvin won the Ulster Cup at the Ceilidhe Band Competition.

Breffni Park Draw 1^st £20 Gerry M Lovett Cathedral Road 2^nd John Joe Lee Killygarry.£1 each Pat O Neill Kelly’s Terrace Paddy Tully 15 Saint Brigid’s Terrace and Eddie O Gorman Publican Main Street. Promoter’s Prize M Conaty Tullymongan.

June 9rh 1956 Devastating fire on the premises of James Donohoe Derragarra Butlersbridge. Cavan Fire Brigade under Captain Aiden Madden were on the scene in a matter of minutes after the alarm was raised but the roof was already ablaze and despite the copious supply of water from the River Annalee the premises were almost completely destroyed.

Cavan beat Donegal 1-9 to 0-9 to win the Doctor McKenna Cup Final at Saint Tiernach’s Park Clones where a crowd of 10,000 attended including a large contingent from Cavan who travelled by train paying 2/3 each return fare. Very poor Cavan performance with a shambles of refereeing denying Donegal a replay when they scored a perfectly legitimate goal in the last minute. Pat Carolan was Man of the Match for Cavan at centre half forward. Scorers for Cavan Pat Carolan 1-6 Donal Kelly Tommy Whyte and John Brady Mullahoran  0-1 each. Referee H Carr Down.

Tostal Gold Medal at County Cavan Golf Club is won by P Kirwin playing off 18 with 69 2^nd Patsy McConnell playing off 21 also with 69 .Fr McNulty wins the Dr FPE Smith Scratch Cup playing off an impressive 1 handicap he shot 81 .

The Nomads are the stars of the Show at the Isle of Man with ‘See How They Run’ bringing the audience in the 1,800 seater Auditorium in Douglas to their feet. They were later presented with a plaque by the Governor General of the Isle of Man. Cast Ina Furlong Frances Lynch Michael Donnelly Hall Welch Bill Henry John Burside Jack Binchey Seamus Doherty Frank Brady Leo McGrath with Stage Manager Dick McCarthy .

Madge McCabe from Ardvarney buys Galligan’s Stationery Shop Connolly Street for £3,000. Auctioneer was Con P Smith while Tom Fitzpatrick had carriage of sale. Michael and Mrs Galligan will now reside at Cathedral Road Cavan.

Over 4,000 attend the official Blessing and Opening of Saint Patrick’s College playing field. All pubs in the town are granted an exemption until 8 pm with flags bunting and colours flying from every premises. Bishop Quinn was assisted Right Rev Dr M O Reilly Bishop of New Found land and the students formed a Guard of Honour as he emerged on to the pitch to prolonged applause despite the miserable weather conditions. Seamus Gilheaney spoke for a long period of time as Gaeilge until the Bishop finally got to his feet  thanking the Past Pupils Union under Paul Galligan for providing the playing pitch for present and future generations of pupils of the College. Colm Smith was the star of the Cavan team which beat Meath 1-10 to 1-6 in a Senior Football Challenge with Cavan leading 1-3 to 0-4 at half time while Saint Pats beat Saint Eunan’s Letterkenny 3-8 to 1-2 in the opening game. Among the distinguished attendance was John F O Hanlon the 1^st President of Saint Patrick’s College Union.

Saint Patrick’s College Union 1956-1957 President Surgeon BT Cullen Vice President Rt Rev Monsignor Fitzpatrick PP VG Cootehill Secretaries T M Gilroy and Sean O Reilly Treasurer Edmund Kelly Granard. Bridie?? Saint Phelim’s Place was the lucky winner of the £1,000 Draw 2^nd Nurse McManus  Railway Road who won the doll with trousers!

June 16^th 1956 Thomas Drumm aged 19 is drowned in Swellan Lake after  himself and friend Andy Burns returning from a football match in Breffni Park decide to cool off on a scorching Sunday evening. Andy swimming along Tom tried valiantly to rescue his friend just a few yards out from the shore in 15 feet of water. Walter Little picnicking with his family just a few yards away was alerted diving repeatedly, he brought the body to the surface but despite valiant efforts the deceased did not respond to mouth to mouth resuscitation. Well known local GP Dr Jack Sullivan and members of the Red Cross were quickly on the scene while Father AB McGrath administered the Last Rites .Tom Drum labourer aged 19 former member of the Irish Army was dead on admission to the Surgical Hospital. Later a jury heard from Dr Jack Sullivan that he had wide experience of swimming in the lake from a youth and that it was a ‘death trap’ where only trained swimmers should venture with the depth of the lake going from a couple of feet to 15 foot just a short distance from  the shore. The Coroner remarked that the tragedy could have been averted if Andy Burns who did everything he could to rescue the deceased had been trained in life saving techniques ! Sympathy to his heartbroken mother and family Tullac Mongan .The Cathedral was packed to capacity for the Funeral Mass with Father P J Gargan officiating later the burial took place in Killygarry Cemetery. The coffin was draped in the tricolour and the Ex Servicemen provided a Guard of Honour.

Breffni Park Draw 1^st and £20 Father P J Gargan CC 2^nd £5 Seamus Fay 21 Owen Roe Terrace 3^rd Michael Brady Killygarry and 4t A O Grady Anglo Celt.

Captain’s Cissie Blessing’s Prize at County Cavan Golf Club 1^st Betty Hickey 2^nd Kathleen Sullivan who also won the Best Handicap 24 and under .High Handicap Mrs P A Galligan.

40 hours of Adoration in the Cathedral commences after Mass on Friday morning celebrated by Father PJ Gargan and finishes with Benediction on Sunday  evening in the Cathedral.

June 23^rd 1956 Thomas Allen Labourer Tullymongan is knocked down in a hit and run on the Dublin Road. he is reported as being comfortable in Cavan Surgical Hospital.

Father Terence Cunningham DCL Diocese of Kilmore and  a native of Aughadreena is appointed Professor of Canon Law and Lecturer in Moral Theology at Maynooth College. Educated at Knocknagilla and Saint Patrick’s College he is a founder member of Cumainn Seanchas Bhreifne.

Dancing Deck at Lislea erected to accommodate 600 dancers all performing Irish dances. The deck is sponsored by CCE Cavan. Hundreds are flocking to the Deck exhibiting their skills in Irish dancing. Guest  appearance by Seamus Ennis Presenter of ‘As I Roved Out ‘ from BBC London who gave an outstanding exhibition of Irish Dancing. Native of Finglas County Dublin Seamus is a Champion Irish Piper and made the 1^st ever Irish music broadcast from Radio Eireann. Seamus his sister and Ireland’s leading Balladeer Johnny McDonagh later entertained the vast crowd on their tin  whistles.

Cavan are heralded as ‘the new favourites to win in Ulster ‘ when under the coaching of TP O Reilly they decisively hammer Antrim 3-15 to 2-4 in Casement Park Belfast. The teams were level at halftime 0-3 each. Cavan Seamus Morris Noel O Reilly Phil Brady Brian O Reilly Hubert Gaffney Jim McDonnell Brian Gallagher Tom Maguire Con Smith Charlie Gallagher Pat Carolan Tommy Whyte James Brady Victor Sherlock and Johnny Cusack. Subs Donal Kelly for Cusack. Referee B Carr Down.

Breffni Park Draw ME Smith Dublin £20 2^nd Miss G Browne Church Street £5 and Miss R Gauthier Military Row £2.Promoters Prize Rose Brady C/o Maurice Brady.

June 30^th 1956 Census figures reveal a drop in the Irish population of 65,771 or 2.2% since 1951. The present population is 2,804,822 in the Irish Republic. Cavan lost 7% of it’s population while Leitrim lost an amazing 10% in the last 4 years. There has been a very steady decline since 1946 as families and individuals take advantage of the abundance of work in England and the USA.

Death of one of Cavan’s best known citizens George Maloney Pound Archway 58 Main Street. Member of one of Cavan’s leading commercial families, the family ran a very successful bakery and confectionery business losing their premises on two occasions in disastrous fires but rising from the embers to continue their popular business which was founded many years ago when the family moved from Westmeath and set up branches in Cavan and Ballinagh. He was Secretary of the Irish League of Foresters for many years and was one of the chief organisers of the National Conference held in Cavan in 1912 when thousands visited Cavan from all over Ireland and Britain. George is survived by his wife Jodie Nee Belford his daughter Patsy his sister Sister Angela Leicester England his niece in law Nellie and members of the Smyth and McConnell families in Cavan. He was a brother of the late Mary Josephine Smyth 60 Main Street and Margaret Greene College Street .Father P J Gargan officiated at the funeral from the Cathedral to Killygarry Cemetery.

Death of the great Robert ‘Shady’ Gray Wolfe Tone Street after an illness lasting only a few days. Veteran of the First World War 1914-1918 when he was wounded in action in the Dardanelles. His brothers John Patrick and Bernard were all killed in action in France. World famous side drummer he was known all over Ireland and Britain for his expertise and just to recall the great ‘Shady’ in action is a great joy to us who were privileged to hear him play with the Labour Band of which he was a member for nearly 40 years .Shady was invited to perform for King Gorge V in Buckingham Palace during his distinguished Army career. His last outing was with the Labour Band was a few years ago accompanied by ‘rookie’ drummer Kevin McDermott in a parade around the town about 2 years ago. After suffering a number of strokes he had a cold leading to pneumonia and died in Saint Phelim’s Hospital. The funeral was one of the largest ever seen in the town with the Labour Band leading the cortege from the Hospital to the Cathedral. Guard of honour Reveille and Last Post sounded in Cullies for one of Cavan’s greatest sons with Father P J Gargan officiating .

June 30^th 1956  Tony Smith Tullyvin ESB worker is injured when his motor bicycle is in collision with a car driven by Robert Fanin Ballinacargey. He was later discharged from Cavan Surgical Hospital but his motor cycle is a complete write off.

Mick Reilly Ashe Street makes a presentation to his work colleague T Brady Lisreagh on the occasion of his impending emigration to Canada from the members and staff Smith’s Garage Dublin Road Cavan.

Sympathy is extended to James Smith and family Coranure on the death of his son in law Thomas Murray at Mr Smith’s residence .Funeral from the Cathedral to Cullies.

Michael Young UDC Publican Ashe Street weds Beattie Sweeney daughter of Mr and Mrs B Sweeney and formerly a Radiographer in the Surgical Hospital. The wedding took place in Saint Brigid’s Church Ballinamore.

Death of Con McCoy 10 Connolly Street Cavan well known Plumber .He was deservedly popular with all classes and creeds and known throughout a wide area for his expertise and efficiency  coupled to his natural courtesy. Survived by his wife and sisters .Father AB McGrath officiated at the funeral from the Cathedral to Cullies Cemetery.

County Cavan Golf Book Prize presented by Professional Phil Lawlor is won by Harry O Connell playing off 12 with 64 2^nd T Gavin off 13 with 67 and 56 competed.

July 7^th 1956 Drowning in Swellan Lake shocks the Community with the Urban Council now discussing the possibility of providing a Swimming Pool at Swellan where they have the site and the water to proceed almost immediately. County Manager Dermot McCarthy having listened to their deliberations volunteers to get some data and estimates for the location of a swimming pool at the Swellan site.

Huge AOH National demonstration in Cavan is addressed by James Dillon Minister for Agriculture TA Finlay BL TD Dublin and Cavan and G Coburn TD. Marchers from all over Ireland. Over 600 travelled from Belfast on 2 Special trains 300 from Dundalk 300 from Enniskillen. Hugh McCann represented the Scottish AOH. Over 30 bands led the parade which stretched for over a mile around the entire town with each of the delegations carrying colourful banners depicting pivotal moments in Irish History as the thousands of spectators basked in the glorious sunshine. The parade made its way from the Cathedral Main Street Connolly Street College Street Kelly’s Terrace Rossa Place to the Courthouse in Farnham Street where the Rally was addressed by National figures in Irish life including the Minister for Agriculture James Dillon.

President’s John F O Hanlon’s  Prize at County Cavan Golf Club is won by SF Killingley playing off 9 and  Mollie Finnegan off 27 with a 71 nett. The Runner Up was C Shouldice. Margaret English on behalf of the Club returned thanks to John F and his daughter Joan who served a beautiful tea to all the competitors and stewards who assisted in the running of such a fine competition.

Norman Cinnamond and the Staff of Jackson’s Garage are pictured with the 2,000 year old canoe they found  at Killykeen.

There are over 370 donors to the Irish Blood Transfusion Mobile Unit in the Protestant Hall.

July 7^th 1956 Canoe at Killykeen is 45 feet long 18 inches deep 3 ½ feet wide. Norman Cinnamond Sean Young Vincent Bartley all members of Jackson’s Garage Staff helped to raise the canoe.

Patrick Brady Factory Worker wins £3,500 in damages with costs against McCarren and Company in the High Court in Dublin after alleging negligence when he slipped while loading a side of beef to a waiting lorry outside the factory suffering injuries to his spine right shoulder and right leg .

Breffni Park Draw 1^st and £20 E Smith Cavan House 2nd £5 John Brady 10 College Street 3^rd and £2 James Maguire Stradone.

July 14th 1956 Rev E O Shea OFM Cap Athlone conducts the annual Priest’s Retreat at Saint Patrick’s College.

McCarren’s annual outing this year is to Warrenpoint via Cootehill Castleblayney and Dundalk before  having lunch in the Park Hotel Omeath. Later they headed to Warrenpoint where they enjoyed the sea and sun before returning to the Park Hotel for tea. A most enjoyable sing song and dance followed before returning to Cavan after midnight.

July 21^st 1956 Madge McCabe will open her new shop which she recently purchased from MJ Galligan in Connolly Street specialising in News agency Stationery and Religious Goods and supplying all schools in the Parish with school books and requisites on Friday July 20^th 1956.

 

Cavan beat Armagh 1-9 to 1-5 in Castleblayney to qualify for yet another Ulster Final where they will play Tyrone. As with all clashes between these two protagonist this was a rough house affair with no quarter asked or given. Again R Carr Down comes in for scathing criticism for his leniency and allowing rough play to develop, despite sending a player from each side off early in the second half. Scorers for Cavan Brian Gallagher 1-0 Tommy Whyte 0-3 Charlie Gallagher and Victor Sherlock 0-2 each Pat Carolan and Sean Keogan 0-1 each.

Death of Mrs Bridget Smith Owen Roe Terrace wife of John and member of an old highly respected Cavan town family. Mother of 9 children including twins a baby boy and a girl only a few weeks old.

Untimely death of Mrs Johanna Cooke Upper Main Street after a short illness in the Mater Hospital Dublin. She was a native of County Kerry and was wife of Edward Cooke Publican and Restaurateur Main Street. She was very popular kind decent and charitable person. Member of many of the Cathedral Sodalities she was a leading member of the Children of Mary and the Legion of Mary. She is survived by her sons Michael Eamonn Liam and daughter Ann May. Father P J Gargan officiated at the Funeral in  the Cathedral which was the biggest turn out in recent years with burial in Saint Brigid’s Cemetery Killygarry.

Presentation to Tommy Browne on the occasion of his departure for England in the Hall in Butlersbridge. Tommy was Chairman of Butlersbridge GFC and later presented the medals won by the Club beating Belturbet in the annual Feis Challenge.

Mary Cullen daughter of Surgeon and Maureen Cullen Farnham Street makes history by being the first person ever to obtain the degree of Bachelor of Social Services at UCD where the course has just been introduced .

The legendary Rev M Cathaldus McKiernan CRP is ordained a priest at Holy Trinity Abbey Kilnacrott.The ordaining prelate was Bishop R J McVinney Bishop of Providence Rhode Island .Father Cathaldus is son of Edward and Mrs McKiernan ‘Sacre Coeur’ Drumelis. After his ordination the new priest imparted his blessing to his mother father and family and the following morning he celebrated his first Public Mass in the presence of his family relatives and many friends.

 

 

 

 

 

 

August 4^th 1956 First ever private residence for Dr Brian Galligan being erected in the Farnham Gardens which is now owned by Cavan County Council. Some time ago there was an outcry over the decision of the Council to allocate houses in what was once the most attractive Park for many miles around .

The great Superintend Joe Murray again organises the day long annual outing to Lough Ramer for the orphans in Saint Joseph’s which is attached to the Poor Clare Convent. Donations for the purchase of biscuits ice cream sweets pastries and minerals was donated by the business people of Cavan town.

Ann English who is going to work in Dublin is made a presentation of a jewelled broach by Patsy Connolly on behalf of her many friends at the Pavilion.

Valerie Mullery daughter of Stan and Maureen Mullery Town Hall Street becomes the 3^rd member of her family to win a Scholarship to Loreto College. Val was educated at the Poor Clare Convent Cavan.

Kathleen Smith a member of the O Brien School of Dancing Dublin wins 1^st place at Newtownbutler Feis.She is a grand daughter of Phil Wray Emmett Place.

Cavan The Ulster Champions and 43 times winners of the title are toppled by Tyrone winning their 1^st ever title in scintillating style 3-5 to 0-4 at dull but dry Saint Tiernach’s Park Clones. Tyrone led by 1-1  to 0-3 at the interval but overwhelmed a weak and worn out Cavan team who could only manage a single point from veteran Victor Sherlock in the second half. Tyrone will now play Galway in the All Ireland Semi Final at Croke Park. Scorers for Tyrone Jody Taggart 1-0 Frank Donnelly 0-2 D Donnelly 1-1 Iggy Jones 1-1 Frank Higgins 0-1 Cavan scorers Victor Sherlock 0-2 Tom Hardy and Tommy Whyte 0-1.

August 11^th 1956 Raymond Brady son of Maurice and Kathleen Brady Drapers Upper Main Street scores a very impressive 5 honours in the Leaving Certificate at Saint Patrick’s College. Raymond scored honours in Irish English Latin Greek Phyics and  Chemistry and Pass in Maths.

W H Flannery ( Bill) was the star of County Cavan Lawn Tennis win over Fermanagh 6-4 at Farnham Street Courts. Other outstanding performances came from Sean Breen Clive Anderson and Bill’s father Doctor Flannery who all won their matches.

Rev Father Joe Dolan CC officiates at the funeral of Owen Greenan Cullies who was a prominent member of the Old I R A who formed a Guard of Honour with the coffin draped in the tricolour. Owen was a member of the outdoor staff Cavan County Council for many years.Funeral from packed Cathedral to Cullies Cemetery.

Tyrone go down 0-8 to 0-6  to Galway in the All Ireland Semi Final in Croke Park watched by a crowd of 54,545.Galway led by 0-6 to 0-3 at the interval and withstood a late Tyrone rally to qualify for the Final where they will play Cork.

Cavan win their 1^st ever Ulster Camogie title beating Donegal 7-1 to Nil at Breffni Park. Evelyn O Hare scored 6-1 of the Cavan total .Tough hard uncompromising game but the bigger stronger Cavan girls were well on top throughout and led by 3-1 to Nil at the interval. Joan McCarville was outstanding at full back while others to catch the eye were Anna Susan and Kathleen Smith .Cavan Deidre Gaffney Rose Mullen Kathleen Moore Captain Rose Farrell Kathleen Duffy Anna Smith Eileen McCabe Bridie Fitzpatrick Susan Smith Agnes McCabe Evelyn O Hare .Although Evelyn O Hare scored six times she was unlucky to have 2 further goals disallowed.

John O Connor while digging in the garden at 10 Saint Brigids found an 1860 halfpenny featuring a Crown and Irish Harp.

Breffni Park Draw 1^st Miss Tully 2^nd May McConnell Ashe Street

3^rd Paddy Sheridan 11 Saint Brigid’s 4^th E Smith Farham Hotel 5^th Tom O Connor Main Street .

August 18^th1956 First ever Arva Show enjoys great support and patronage despite the heavy rain which fell all day. Exhibitors from Cavan Leitrim and Longford set a very high standard while the Show Dance in Saint Patrick’s Hall was packed to capacity with over 500 patrons attending. Chairman Philip Dobson Secretary Phil Brady Assistant Secretary Con Bouchier.

Bailieborough beat Ballinagh 4-5 to 1-5 to qualify for the Senior Football Final where they will play Cornafean in the County Final after the latter beat Mullahoran 0-4 to 0-3 in the 1^st Semi Final.

John M C Brady Cappagh Kilrush County Clare and E O Connell Kilrush County Clare are appointed Instructors in Agriculture in Cavan.

 

August 25^th 1956 Scholarships to  Saint Patrick’s College are awarded to Alan O Hanlon 7 Saint Mary’s Terrace a pupil of Crubany National School. Kieran Scott 17 Bridge Street Cootehill a pupil at Saint Michael’s School Cootehill Patrick Kelly Fairtown Cavan a pupil of Castletara N S Kevin P Smith Cashel Ballinagh and Terence A Dowd 13 Saint Phelim’s Place a pupil at Farnham  NS.

Mary Clarke Mullingar daughter of the legendary Jack Clarke former Cavan Slashers and Cavan gaelic football star and long time Secretary of Cavan County Board marries Liam G Fitzgerald Clontarf Dublin. Both are Science graduates at U C D.

Another ancient coin dated 1798 with crown and harp is found this time by Charles Clarke Wolfe Tone Street who was carrying out excavations at the premises of Reynolds’s Upper Main Street.

Bennie Brady Banahoo and Bridie Leddy Crimlin are the recipients of a presentation prior to their departure from Cobh to the U S A.

September 1^st 1956 John Walsh aged 21 a plumber  employed by Joe Cullivan Cavan and son of James and Mrs Walsh Drumlone Ballyhaise is killed when he falls off his motorbike adjacent to his home .The inquest was held in the Courthouse with Paddy Cusack Coroner officiating. Members of the Jury were R S Black John Kennedy Benny O Rourke Tom McKenna and M McDonald,

Cavan Slashers beat Castlerahan 1-3 to 1-1 to win the first ever Under 16 Championship title. The slippery sod and the atrocious weather conditions ruled out any attempts of good open football and the game was scrappy but hard fought throughout. Cavan Martin Storey P Heaney Hugo Cafferty Tony Higgins John Aherne Brendan Browne L McPhillips John Gear Philip Murray Brian O Reilly Michael O Farrell Michael Cooke PO Rourke Phil Murray. Cavan led Castlerahan by 1-1 to 0-3 at half time. Phil Murray got a brilliant goal for Cavan in the 2^nd half to seal the title for the Cavan side. T P O Reilly Chairman Cavan County Board was an outstanding referee.

Breffni Park Draw 1^st £20 Mrs Grey Farnham 2^nd £5 Willie Doonan Lake View 3^rd A G Hunt Farnham Street Promoter’s Prize Mattie Corcoran Providers.

Rev Joe Dolan CC leads the 256 strong Legion of Mary Pilgrimage to the Marian Shrine at Knock including 9 stretcher cases. Dr P Watters and 4 Nurses from Lisdarn accompanied the Pilgrimage.

Cavan Girls Club annual outing includes visit to the Zoo followed by Lunch and Chipperfield’s Circus .They stopped for tea on the way home in Navan.

Bernadette Brady Tullyco House and Maureen Mullery Town Hall Street score 6 and 4 honours in the Intermediate Certificate at Loreto College while Brendan Browne Cathedral Road scores a whooping 7  Honours in Saint Patrick’s College.

September 8^th 1956 Carroll’s of Dundalk founded in 1842 proudly boast that they are now producing a record 5 million cigarettes per day at their  state of the art Dundalk premises!

Never say die Cornafean snatch the County Championship from the grasp of the holders Bailieboro after playing second fiddle all afternoon. Cornafean inspired by the ageless Peadar Doyle and the accuracy and experience of P J Masterson struck with a 3 goal salvo just after the interval and held out against their bigger stronger and more illustrious opponents to clinch their 20^th title .Bailieborough led by 1-3 to 1 goal at the interval. T J O Reilly was an outstanding referee of the very sporting contest while the Cup was presented to Cornafean Captain and Vice Chairman of the County Bord Peadar Doyle by T P O Reilly Chairman Cavan County Board. There was over 6 inches of grass on the Breffni Park pitch and ground football was impossible in  such difficult conditions on the pitch that is rightly hailed the best in Ulster .Urgent caretaking is required to protect its hard won status. Cornafean Terence Reilly Phil Reilly Val Sheridan S Clarke John McCormack G McCormack Peadar Doyle Sean Magee Sean Kelly Seamus Drumm P J Masterson P Fitzpatrick Paul McShane and F Magee.

In their 1^st outing in the Mid Ulster League against Castleblayney away Owen Roe Cavan were decisively beaten by Castleblayney 3 goals to Nil in a hurling challenge. Charlie Friel centre half and centre field Malone and McNamara were outstanding for Owen Roe.

Death of Annie Gilchreest at the residence of her nephew Joe Cullivan Cathedral Road. She was ill for some time and operated a fine grocery and confectionery store at Connolly Street (Egan’s).Her husband Matt only died quite recently. Father A B McGrath C C officiated at the well attended Funeral from the Cathedral to Killygarry.

Brother Augustus the highly respected and very popular Principal in Saint Felim’s De La Salle School is transferred to Navan after 7 years distinguished service to the Community in Cavan during which time he not only excelled as a  teacher but founded the well known Flagelot Band and was a distinguished member of the Cathedral Choir. He also held night classes for his Scolarship students at  no charge to the parents and introduced so many changes and improvements to the way of life at the school. Broter Cassenus a member of the Boy Scouts Committee and another excellent teacher is transferred to Ballyfermot Dublin and is replaced by Brother Francis from Kilkenny.

Jackson’s annual outing takes place to Bundoran where many of the staff attended the pictures while the younger members headed to the Astoria Ballroom for a dance after a full day bathing swimming and being treated by the Directors to a lavish dinner and tea.

September 15^th 1956 Death of Mrs J B Hopewell Cavan and London. Survived by her devoted friend Phyllis. Burial took place in London.

Ashe Street team to play Bridge Street in the Cavan Street League In Breffni Park. Dr Brian Galligan  Pat McGovern N Finegan Captain Charlie Friel T McVeigh P Dunne Sean Keogan Cathal Young Jerry McConnell Paddy Tavey P Curran H Reilly Edwin Carolan T Horgan E Kingston Frank McConnell and Patsy McConnell .

Surgeon Cullen Captain and Father P J Gargan are Cavan’s representatives on the Ulster team for the Interprovincial Fishing competition at Lough Conn.

“Tommy Donohoe Dublin Road open 7 days a week Phone Cavan 119 will repair any make of car-repairs sales and service in custom built garage.”

J M Breen who is leaving Cavan after over 30 years service as Professor in Saint Patrick’s College. Former Captain of both County Cavan Golf Club and Cavan Bridge Club. Distinguished service in L D F during the Emergency, he was a founder member and long time officer of Cavan CYMS.He and his family were very closely associated with Cavan Pavilion Musical Society where John M had a great talent and expertise as a Make Up artist. Presentation of a silver service to John M and his wife by Michael J Smith Secretary Cavan County Council while Dr Jack Sullivan made the presentation on behalf of the Golf Club. Speakers included P N Smith Solicitor George V Maloney Solicitor Sean Magee UDC J P Mansfield County Engineer Joe McGovern UDC and the hilarious Joe Murray Superintendent Cavan Garda.

Mrs B O Reilly 65 College Street flies to America for the wedding of her son John Joe who is based in Chicago and is marrying Bridie Boylan from County Clare who is a Cashier in the same firm that employs John Joe.

Urney Ceilidhe Band win the Irish Press Cup at County Roscommon Fleadh Cheoil. Members of the Band are Sean Woods who won 1^st place in the Accordion Joe Cullivan Eugene Cullivan (Gene) Dessie Agnew Jimmy Tully Eamonn (Buttons) Brady and Jack Norry.

AG Hunt’s Captain’s Prize at Cavan Bridge Club N/S Dermot Morgan and Jim Leonard and E/W Rev Sean Reilly and William Browne.

September 22^nd 1956 Town Hall packed to capacity for the Vera Brady Fashion Show which featured Mary Mullarkey a shop assistant with Vera Brady’s Sheila Brady daughter of Maurice and Kathleen Brady Upper Main Street and Geraldine Stewart Belturbet .All proceeds were in aid of Saint Patrick’s College Past Pupils Union while there was a draw at half time in aid of Saint Vincent De Paul Cavan.

Dinah Molloy a pupil of Kathleen Brady Town Hall Street secures Honours in the Irish Academy of Music examinations

G ( ‘Baldy’) Hamilton long time popular Assistant in Fagan’s is made a presentation of a 400 day clock by Cavan Branch Red Cross where he served as both Branch Secretary and Officer for a number of years on his departure for Kilkeel County Down where he will open his own store .Making the presentation were his old colleagues Donie Smith William Browne Paddy Conaty and Kathleen Lunn. Mrs Charlie Reilly and Robbie Simpson supplied outstanding concert items at the Social that followed the presentation in the Farnham Hotel.

Jimmy Jackson Alackan Cavan is awarded a Scholarship to the Royal School Cavan.

Micheal O Callaghan a member of Cavan Brach CCE will broadcast from Radio Eireann next Sunday.

Sharpshooter Paddy McNamara wins the Shooting Competition from John McGovern Farnham at the climax of the Boy Scout’s Bazaar at The Scout Den Bridge Street.

September 29^th 1956 Death of well known farmer and personality John Conaty Alackan he was father of Benny Conaty well known Publican Connolly Street. Father A B McGrath officiated at the funeral from Saint Brigid’s Church Killygarry to the adjoining cemetery.

Death of Mary A Jackson Alackan at the residence of her daughter in Dundonald Belfast wife of Robert. Survived by her family relatives and friends. Funeral from Cavan Parish Church to the New Cemetery.

Death of Beatrice Bridget Smith late of New York at  the residence of her sister Bridget Smith Pullamore. Survived by her brothers sisters nieces and nephews. Funeral to Killygarry Cemetery.

October 6^th 1956 Death of Dennis Smith Annaglough. Survived by  his brothers sisters and other relatives.Funeral from the Cathedral to Drumavaddy.

Jack Smith eldest son of the late Thomas and Teresa Smith Bridge Street who emigrated to America 30 years ago and is serving with the American Forces in England is spending a holiday with his sister Margaret Newsagent at the family home in Bridge Street. He is accompanied by his wife and this is his second visit home.

Farewell Dinner in the Ulster Arms for Mrs T Burke and her daughter Miss Marese McShane who are emigrating to the USA and where Mr James Burke late of Cavan eagerly awaits their arrival.

John Joe O Reilly Church Street bags two monster pike weighing 12 and 13 lbs at Bakersbridge.

Death of Charlie Duke Merchant and Farmer Stradone. He was father of the famous P J Duke who won two All Ireland medals with Cavan in the years 1947-1948. He is survived by his wife 3 sons and 2 daughters.

October 13^th 1956 Michael Crosby a native of Ballinasloe whose family are extremely well known in the trade opens his new Butcher’s Shop at 30  Bridge Street. Micheal and his young wife Helena promise the best beef mutton and lamb in town.

There were 62,534 Births and 35,535 deaths in the State last year as the Department of Health announce that TB has almost totally been eradicated but warn of the increasing number of deaths from Cancer.

Galway beat Cork 2-13 to 2-7 to win the All Ireland title for the 1^st time since 1938 before a crowd of 70,722 who paid gate receipts of £9,900 while a big strong Dublin team powered by Lar and Des Foley win the Minor title comprehensively beating Leitrim 5-14 to 2-2. In the Senior game Frank Stockwell and Sean Purcell powered Galway to an 8 point lead but Cork fought back to reduce the deficit to one point but the Tuam Stars men finished with 2 unanswered points to run out deserving winners. Peter McDermott Meath was again the referee.

A G Fegan UDC Solicitor son of the late Arthur Fegan Farnham Street marries Winifred Johnston daughter of Mr and Mrs J H Johnston Dundonald in Bangor Abbey .The Best Man was Professor E A Crawford TCD Matron of Honour Mrs F Campbell while Norman Scott was the Organist. Rev H T Farrell  assisted by Rev James Hamilton officiated.

Cavan beat Enniskillen at the Royal School grounds with Kiernan on the left wing outstanding for Cavan scoring a drop goal. From a  great move by Phelan at centre Donnelly was fed and dived over for a superb try which was converted by Kiernan for another 5 points. Donnelly later got over for another unconverted try which left the final score Cavan 11 Enniskillen 0.

 

Death of Patrick McMahon Muckno Street Castleblayney former Cavan Slashers Star and very active in local affairs during his sojourn in Cavan. Survived by his  wife and family.

More honours for the brilliant new Solicitor Stephen Keaveney first place in Ireland in Final Solicitor examinations now wins the Findlater Scholarship having already won the Silver medal and Overend Scholarship.

Gramophone Society Chairman Dr P Watters Vice Chairman Professor William Browne Secretary Mary McCarthy Treasurer Mrs A McLoughlin Committee Jean McFeeley Rev Robert McCabe Tom McConville Father A B  McGrath CC W Burns and Nellie McIntyre .

“Wanted large quantities of blackberries and apples hand picked or windfall T M Montgomery Cavan Phone 52”!

Queen Elizabeth opens the first nuclear power station anywhere in the world at Sellafield Cumberland while thousands watch the opening ceremony.

October 20^th 1956 Edwin Brady The Square Ballyhaise is killed by a motor car adjacent to his home. Francis Brady 6 Breffni Terrace gave evidence of identifying the 4 ½ year old boy who was dead on admission to Cavan Surgical Hospital.

A staggering 10,000 people witness Monaghan beating London 3-7 to 2-4 to win their 1^st ever Junior All Ireland title in Carrickmacross. Monaghan beat Cavan Kerry and Kildare on their way to their first ever All Ireland success. Monaghan led by 0-4 to 2 at the interval. The man of the match was old veteran stalwart Ollie O Rourke from Inniskeen.Team T McCardle Drumhowan G McMardle Donaghmoyne Ollie O Rourke Inniskeen B Hamill Aughnamullen D McGuigan Clones P J McGuigan Cremartin Ward Ballybay J Byrne Inniskeen S McElroy Latton S Mulligan Tree Mile House T Duffy Clones P Murphy Clontibret N Ward Ballybay Edwin McCooey Donaghmoyne Referee J McCardle.

Breffni Park Draw 1^st Mrs E Walsh 17 Saint Patrick’s Terrace £20 P Smith Main Street Cavan £5 3^rd Kathleen Thornton C/o The Nook Farnham Street £2 and 3 prizes of £1 Phil Sheridan Swellan Larry Clarke Providers Thomas McPhilips Swellan Promoters Prize M Conaty Swellan Cavan.

CYMS Annual General Meeting President Gerry M Lovett Vice President Tommy Connolly Treasurer Phil Lawlor Secretary Anselem Lovett Committee Joe Higgins Eugene Monahan HL Smith and Jackie Smith .The President reports that a princely sum of £350 was spent on the upkeep and maintenance of the premises during the year.

Mrs Daniels Drumard House is on the Organ at the annual Harvest Thanksgiving at Cavan Parish Church Reverend John Anderson Rev Patterson Stradone Rev R E Trenier Cootehill and Rev Marsden Curate Cavan were the Chief Celebrants .

In the Methodist Church Rev S E McCaffrey Provost of the Methodist Church in Ireland preached the sermon  assisted by Rev D Sleath. Mrs Myrtle Henderson was the Organist .

Patrick J Fay (Paud) Pullabawn is awarded a County Council University Scholarship and will study at Saint Patrick’s Teaching College Drumcondra.

Sudden death of Joe Smith 31 Saint Phelim’s Place at the age of 44. Very popular with all classes and creeds he was a most popular Wardsman in Saint Phelim’s Hospital. He leaves a wife and young family who have the sympathy of the entire community. Funeral from the Cathedral to Cullies cemetery.

Death of Howard E Lowry Edermine an industrious farmer in the area .Venerable Arhdeacon Shire officiated at the funeral from Cavan Parish Church to Lavey Cemetery.

Cavan Bridge Club 1957 Chairman Dr Bertie Cullen Captain William Browne Secretary J P Mansfield Treasurer WR Reardon .Committee A G Hunt Dermot Morgan Jim Leonard and Rev S O Reilly Saint Patrick’s College.

October 31^st 1956 P J Lindsay SC TD is appointed 1^st Minister for the Gaeltacht .He is a former Irish  teacher in the Royal School and native of County Mayo. His wife is the former Moya Brady daughter of Mrs K Brady and the late Johnny Brady Drapers Main Street.

Step up in class at Cavan Rugby Club when Malone are visitors and despite a splendid show by the home side run out 11-0 winners. Despite great work by Derek Morris at out half the Malone backs and forwards were just too strong and skilful for a game Cavan side. Cavan team C O Connell R Scott J Phelan George Maloney P Kirk Derek Morris Peter Storey Teddy McCormack P Kiernan S Woods Phil Cullivan F Cooney C Shakelton M Donnelly Captain J Burns

Winifred M Bredin marries George McGarvey Battersea in Saint Barnabas Parish Church Battersea London. The Bride is daughter of James Bredin Coratubber Cavan.

Breffni Park Draw 1^st and £20 Paddy Tully 15 Saint Brigid’s Cavan 2^nd £5 Michael J Smyth Drumalee 3^rd  £2 J P Smith Military Row Promoter’s Prize £2 Betty Hickey.

Michael Conlon and Kitty McDonald Tower Hamlet Cavan are married in Rome .The Groom is a former Town Clerk in Cavan while the Bride is daughter of Mrs McDonald and the late Philip McDonald Drapers Main Street Cavan. Brother of the Groom Father John J Conlon officiated assisted by Fathers M O Mara SMA  Monsignor Thomas Ryan and Father Stephen Hughes .

Harvest Thanksgiving at Cavan Methodist Church the Speaker was Rev Rupert Gibson MA Belfast soloist Kathleen Jones. Large congregation in the Church were augmented by the pupils from the Royal School.

Cavan CYMS holds it’s first Annual Dance since 1942 with music by Jack Barrett. Large attendance and there were spots every dance.

CYMS Whist 1^st and Top Score Mrs William Leonard Church Street 1^st Lady Mrs B Fitzpatrick Ballinagh 2^nd Lady Peggy Costello Drumbo 1^st Gent Packy J Masterson Cornafean and 2^nd Gent Mr Ferris.

November 3^rd 1956 McCarren’s commence exporting to USA with 6 tons going out to their agent in Jackson Heights New Jersey who on seeing the quality ordered a further 6 ton of prime Irish Bacon.

Thomas Fogarty dies in London. Formerly a Professor at Saint Patrick’s College ,he was replaced by John M Breen in 1922. He was the distinguished head of the Construction Electrical School for the County of London. Took a very active part in the formation of the London branch Saint Patrick’s College Union. Sympathy is extended to his wife and family.

Thousands die in Hungarian Revolution as Russians put down the people’s rebellion with terrible brutality shocking the rest of the world. It is reported that over 70,000 die as the Red Cross appeal for donations of clothes money tinned foodstuffs and other equipment to assist the refugees. Imra Nagy appeals to the Red Army to stay out of Hungary but he is double crossed and the troops already in Hungary begin their savage assault on a defenceless people as the imprisoned Cardinal Mindsenty is released by the Provisional Government.

November 10^th 1956 Minister for Local Government Tom O Donnell will soon introduce a new law fixing the maximum speed on Irish roads at 30 M P H. There will also be a physical test for drivers if ordered by the Courts.

Death of the very well known and popular Mary Ann Sutherland Connolly Street at the age of 89. A woman of great Christian charity and kindness .She never missed a change of film in either the Magnet or Town Hall and was one of the very first in Cavan to own a television such was her fascination with the silver screen. She was away ahead of her time and frequently crossed the Atlantic spending holidays with her relatives and friends in various parts of America. She lived with her daughter Mrs Jack Reilly Barber and is survived by her son daughters grand children and great grand children. There was a capacity attendance at her funeral at which Father J J O Reilly Adm officiated with burial later in Cullies.

All proceeds from the Bachelor’s Ball and all monies collected at Red Cross Church Gate Collection are donated to the Hungarian appeal as the Red Cross open a Depot in Bridge Street where clothes tinned foods toys and medical supplies continue to pour in.

Death of Michael Reilly Drumbo a very prominent farmer in the area at Saint Phelim’s Hospital. Survived by 1 brother in Dublin. Funeral from the Cathedral to Cullies cemetery.

Kathleen Brady Town Hall Street gives the Recital at Cavan Gramophone Society while next week Father A B McGrath is the Presenter.

President Ike D Eisenhower is returned on a landslide in the USA Presidential Elections as he wins 57.8 %  and 457 Electoral College votes to Adli Stevenson’s 6 States for 66 votes. Eisenhower only needed to win 266 Electoral College votes to win the Presidency for the 2^nd time.

November 17^th 1956 Breffni Park Draw 1^st and £20 Kay Fay C/o Smith’s Garage 2^nd Rose Kelleher Latt £5 3^rd Danny Smith Butlersbridge £2 Promoter’s Prize Matty Corcoran Providers £2.

Among the donations at Cavan Red Cross for the Hungarian Refugee Appeal are the contents of a child’s saving box amounting to £6-4-0 10 million shots of Penicillin from a local Chemist with the Church Gate Collection amounting to a record £286-5-2 Butlersbridge subscribed £23-13-0 Killygarry £16-2-0 Cavan Pavilion Club £30-00-00.  Patients and staff at Lisdarn £16-5-1. Many locals have indicated that they are wiling to take Refugees in their homes as they begin to arrive in Ireland to be housed near Shannon Airport in a disused Army Barracks.

Bishop Austin Quinn presides at the annual Mass for Deceased Bishops and Priests in the Cathedral. The Celebrant was Father Joe Dolan while on the organ and conducting the Cathedral Choir was Father AB McGrath

Death of Patrick Hicks 29 Grant Bridge Street Islington London. He emigrated with his wife and family from Emmet Place only a few years ago .He is survived by his wife son daughters.

Death of Peter Lee Saint Brigid’s Terrace who was a highly popular resident whose passing is regretted.

Daniel McCarthy and Bill Galvin on ‘News Round Up’ from Radio Eireann promoting the upcoming Bachelor’s Ball with all proceeds going to the Hungarian Refugee Fund. The programme was introduced by Des Benson Killeshandra.

Cumainn Seanchais Bhreifne present Rev Canon Mooney OFM speaking on ‘Some prominent Cavan Treasures of the Past’ in the Farnham Hotel Cavan.

November 24^th 1956 Bad fire at Harry Richmond’s burning a Store containing the Christmas stock. The Fire Brigade brought the fire under control in the Stock Room but considerable damage was done to store and contents. Considerable stocks of Stationery Confectionery Tobacco and 6 cwt of Butter are lost but Harry in the same issue proclaims ‘Business as Usual’ and thanks the Fire Chief Aidan Madden and the Brigade as well as Superintendent Joe Murray and the Gardai and all the kind neighbours and friends who helped in any way Phone Cavan 156 .

Cavan Red Cross Relief Fund shoots up to £1,061 as 8 families in the town volunteer to take some of the Hungarian Refugees.

The Statue of The Right Honourable Lord Farnham 1799-1868 who together with his wife was killed in a tragic train crash in North Wales. The statue was erected in his honour by his tenants at Farnham Estate receives a much admired refurbishment at the present site The Protestant Hall.

Mrs Una Smith ‘Bunraskin’ Farnham Street Cavan wins £10 in the Super Sweep Draw. Andy Mallon Katie Mallon Andy McGahon Mai Joe McGahon and Mr and Mrs John Greenan win a similar amount in the Draw.

Cavan Chess Club 1957 Chairman JP Mansfield County Engineer Treasurer Jim Scanlon Secretary E McDwyer NT Ballinagh. They have a  weekly session each week in the Cavan Golf Club in preparation for their 1^st round Ulster Championship game against Monaghan. Annual Subscriptions are 10/- 15/- for two £1 for 3 or more family members.

December 1^st 1956 As turmoil continues in the harsh Winter weather in Hungary 180 refugees fly into Shannon to be housed in the old Military Barracks in Clare. The Irish Red Cross announce that  they have received £10,000 in donations together with tons of clothes tinned and frozen foods. General Strike in Hungary calls for the withdrawal of Soviet troops and reinstatement of Negro as Prime Minister.

John James Henderson cyclist aged 20 from Annagelliffe slips on the ice adjacent to Killygarry Church and is run over and killed by a car driven by Christopher Cooper Queen’s Street Dublin as he passed him on the treacherous slippy road. Evidence given by Patrick Hyland Pullamore Evelyn Brady Annagelliffe as Paddy Cusack Coroner returns a verdict of accidental death in accordance with the evidence and exonerates the driver of the car.

Petrol rationing in Cavan and Ireland as a result of the Suez Crisis with all Petrol Stations ordered to close from 1 o clock on Saturday to 8 am on Monday morning .

Breffni Park Draw 1^st K Lee 6 Saint Brigid’s Terrace 2^nd J McCabe Main Street Kingscourt 3^rd Molly Gray Mons Terrace Promoter’s Prize Gerry M Lovett Cathedral Road .

Miss Maeve McDonald Tower Hamlet is awarded her SRN at Saint Anthony’s Hospital Cheam Surrey England .She is daughter of Mrs McDonald and the late Philip McDonald Drapers Cavan.

Death of Edward Brady Connolly Street. He was employed in the Old Pork Market years ago and later spent the remaining years of his working life in McCarren’s. Well known coarse angler he was a well known figure on the Erne Waterway at Killykeen and other popular fishing areas .Father AB McGrath officiated at the funereal  from the Cathedral to Cullies cemetery.

December 8^th 1956 21 year old Ronnie Delaney runs the perfectly timed race to wins the  Olympic Gold medal in the 1500 metres at the Melbourne Olympics in a new Olympic record of 3 minutes 41.2 seconds running the last lap in a scintillating 54 seconds to overhaul long time race leader Brian Hewson of Britain who was overhauled by Ritzenhein of Germany and the world mile record holder John Landy who was 3^rd. It was Ireland’s first gold medal in 24 years. Fred Teidt was later to win a silver medal for Ireland at Welterweight and Johnny Caldwell Freddie Gilroy and Tony Byrne took Olympic Bronze also at boxing.

Petrol to be strictly rationed from the 1^st January 1957 by order of George Norton the Minister for Industry and Commerce.

Rt Rev George Otto Simms  PhD DD Bishop of Cork is appointed Archbishop of Dublin.

Fatima Pharmacy Brdge Street proprietor P T Ruddy has all brands of cosmetics and toiletries in stock for Christmas including electric razors .

P G Smith Solicitor Dublin is appointed Examiner of Titles at the Four Courts in Dublin. He is son of ME Smith formerly Publican Upper Main Street (Hourican’s ) and took first place in Ireland in the Final Solicitor Examinations.

Poor prices pertain at the Butlersbridge Turkey Market with cocks making 1/2 while hens are priced at 1/8. Most brought home their flocks as it is expected that price will improve as demand increases.

Garda Patrick Egan a prominent member of CCE Cavan and main energy behind the Summer Dancing Deck at  Annaglough is made a presentation on behalf of CCE  in the Lakeland Hotel as he is transferred from the area.

Maura Smith daughter of Mrs and t he late Andrew Alackan  House is conferred with her SRN at Saint Luke’s Hospital Bedford.

Geranium in full bloom on back wall at Benny Conaty’s Publican Connolly Street .

December 15^th 1956 Carrickmacross representing Monaghan beat Cavan decisively by 5-1 in the Ulster Championship First Round Chess Competition. Jim Scanlon JP Mansfield Leonard Dillon E McDwyer and Michael J Smyth represented Cavan.

Dorrie Smith is made a presentation by the ladies of County Cavan Golf Club for her services to the Club over many years at a Social in the Ulster Arms Hotel.

Death of Hugh Cafferty Drumelis ex R I C Officer and a popular farmer after a short illness. Survived by his sons daughters brothers and sister. Father Joe Dolan C C officiated at the funeral from the Cathedral to Killygarry cemetery.

Pat Kelly and His Band delight the capacity crowd at the Fine Gael Annual Dance in the Town Hall where there were spots every dance and P N Smith Chairman thanked the large crowd for their support.

Tom McConville gives a very impressive Recital of Beethoven and Verdi at Cavan Gramophone Society. Next Recital is b Rev AB McGrath which will include highlights from the Messiah.

December 22^nd 1956 Sudden death of John Conaty Tullymongan. He was outstandingly popular with all classes and creeds. Survived by his wife daughters sisters and other relatives. Father P J Gargan officiated at the funeral from the Cathedral to Killygarry.

Death of Patrick B Caffrey Drumalee. He was a highly popular old Cavan resident and spent all  his working life as a Fitter in Saint Phelim’s Hospital. Founder member of Drumalee GFC in 1930 he took a leading part in reviving the Club in 1950 after the Club had spent some years in the wilderness. Survived by his wife one son and two daughters. He was President Drumalee GFC at his death and the members formed a Guard of Honour at the funeral from the Cathedral to Ballinagh Cemetery with Father P J Gargan officiating .

Pavilion Pantomime Musical Society present’Ali Baba and the Forty Thieves’ in the Town Hall from the 6-13^th of January 1957 with Booking now commenced at Sullivan’s Sweet Shop.

Sympathy is extended to William Flynn Saint Patrick’s Terrace on the death of his sister Nellie in Leeds England, daughter of Mr and Mrs W Flynn Connolly Street.

CYMS Whist Top Score Rose Meehan 1^st Lady Bee Donohoe 2^nd B Fitzpatrick Ballinagh .Gent’s 1^st Joe O Rourke Saint Phelim’s Place 2^nd T Storey 3^rd Joe Brady Butlersbridge.

Cavan Turkey Market sees prices increase with demand Hens 2/6 Cocks 1/10 Geese 1/4 while chickens sold at 2/-per lb.

December 29^th 1956 Death of John F O H        anlon (Fred ) at his residence 3 Farnham Street after a short illness of a few weeks. Surrounded by his family saying the Rosary at his death on Sunday. He was aged 84 and was Managing Director of the Anglo Celt for over 60 years taking over the mantle on the early death of his father. He was youngest son of John F O Hanlon Editor and Proprietor of the Anglo Celt and Kate O Hanlon. Along with his mother and the legendary Editor E T O Hanlon he built the paper from relative obscurity and poor circulation to it’s present place of eminence in the Provincial Newspaper world. Educated at the Christian Brothers Cavan and Saint Patrick’s College. He took a prominent part in all aspects of Cavan life he particularly championed the cause of the Farming Community. His early life was marked by his contribution to the GAA when he along with Joe Smith Courthouse Paddy O Reilly Athbara and his old friend and Anglo Celt Sports Editor Andy McEntee reformed the GAA in Cavan and Ulster following a famous meeting in the Temperance Hall Cavan in April 2003. He travelled all over Cavan and Ulster reforming the game which had fallen into disrepute after it’s foundation in 1884 and lived to see Cavan winning 5 All Ireland Senior titles as well as numerous Ulster crowns for which he donated the famous Anglo Celt trophy. He was President of Cavan County Board for many years until his death. He was also a leading figure in the world of Athletics and was Official Handicapper for Cavan- a job that brought the young John F to every  sports and athletic meeting in County Cavan. He took an active part in the foundation of County Cavan Golf Club which was first situated on  his Grandfather’s land at Killynebber House. He later took an important role in the relocation and development of the  course at Drumelis in 1922. Representing the Irish Parliamentary Party he contested the famous East Cavan By Election of 1918 where he was just edged out by the legendary Arthur Griffith who was  to become the first Vice President and President of the Irish Free State. In 1927 John F contested the General Election as an Independent and was returned for Cavan at the head of the poll and served the people of Cavan in Dail Eireann until 1933. He was a prominent member of the Procedures and Privileges Committee and founding member of the Centre Party which the present Minister  of Agriculture James Dillon represented for many years before  joining Fine Gael. He was a long time member of Cavan Urban Council Cavan Board Guardians and founding member of Saint Patrick’s College Past Pupils Union .He was a distinguished member of the Kilmore Diocesan Committee founded in 1917 by Bishop Finnegan with the express aim of providing a new Cathedral for the Diocese. Under Bishop Lyons this dream became a reality and John F O Hanlon and the Anglo Celt played a pivotal role in ensuring that the Cathedral was not only built to the highest possible specification but incredibly paid for in full to allow it’s consecration on the 14^th September 1947  on the same day as Cavan beat Kerry to win  their 3^rd All Ireland Senior title in the Polo Grounds New York. He was a founding member of Cavan Committee of Agriculture in 1906 and Cavan Show Committee where he was a Trustee of the Society until his death. He was a founder member of the Association of Irish Newspapers and Master Printers. He suffered a grievous loss just over 2 years ago with the death of his beloved wife Kathleen (Bobbie) Gannon whom he married in 1919 and although he recovered from the shock he was cared for by his only daughter Joan who ensured that he could stay at home and not require hospitalisation during the last few difficult months of his life .The last rites of the Church were administered by Father A B McGrath and the remains were received at the Cathedral by his good friend Father Jimmy O Reilly Adm who was a frequent visitor to the O Hanlon house in Farnham Street. The coffin was carried from the house to the Cathedral by members of the Anglo Celt staff while at the funeral they were assisted by members of Cavan County Board GAA. Father A B McGrath was the chief celebrant of the funeral Mass in the packed Cathedral on Christmas Eve and John F O Hanlon one of the great giants of the Community in Cavan was buried in Cullies spending his first Christmas away from home. He is survived by his three sons William P Edward T Fredrick F  his daughter Joan sister Mrs Finlay Cavan Airmid Nuala daughters in law John F Simon Mark grandsons Morna and Catherine granddaughters .

Mullahoran win their 1^st ever Senior League title defeating the holders Cootehill 2-4 to 1-6  in a bad tempered game played in the worst possible weather conditions with hail rain and even snow falling in torrents throughout. In presenting the trophy  the Chairman of the County Board TP O Reilly said that he could not congratulate the players on the disgraceful way the game was played and presented the trophy to the Mullahoran Captain Connie Halton without further comment.

Trading in Cavan town was very brisk during the weeks leading up to Christmas but the harsh Winter weather dampened the enthusiasm and volume of the customary last minute Christmas Rush.

Father Pat Donohoe eldest son of Johnny and Alice Donohoe Bridge Street is ordained a priest by Bishop Cleary at a glittering ceremony in Dalgan Park Navan attended by all of the Donohoe family to whom the  new priest gave his first blessing. Father Donohoe assisted by family friend Father P J Gargan celebrated his 1^st Mass in the Cathedral on Saturday morning where he again imparted his blessing to friends and neighbours.

Over 600 children greet Santa on his arrival on the  Fire Engine where he distributed gifts to the delighted children patting each of them on the head.

Father AB McGrath Choirmaster entertains the altar boys and choir in the De La Salle School then accompanies them to the pictures in the nearby Magnet Cinema.

Sympathy is extended to Ina McEntee 4 Saint Phelim’s Place on the death of her father P J Kennedy Galway on Christmas Day. P J was a  distinguished member of Galway County Council staff.

Service of Carols and Christmas Hymns broadcast on New Year’s Eve from Cavan Parish Church on Radio Eireann. Bishop Tyndall DD conducted the Service assisted by Rector RCH Turkington. Mrs Anderson Royal School conducted the Choir while Rev W Slater was on the Organ.

De La Salle Brothers serve the Christmas Dinner to the Community and Orphans in Saint Clare’s Convent. Each child received a beautiful Christmas gift from beneath the gaily decorated Christmas Tree. On Saint Stephen’s Day the local branch of Saint Vincent De Paul presented each child with their own gift and provided fruit biscuits  and sweets to the delighted orphans. Later as usual the great Joe Murray Garda Superintendent put on a film show followed by concert items which was thoroughly enjoyed and appreciated.

January 5^th 1957 As usual the New Year was heralded in at midnight by the parading Cavan Labour Band playing season airs.

Death of Margaret O Reilly Derrycramph in Saint Phelim’s Hospital. She is survived by 3 brothers and 1 sister. Funeral from the Cathedral to Kilmore Old Cemetery.

Isobel Cinnamond achieves 1^st place in Church exam at Cavan Presbyterian Church. Isobel is daughter of Ned and Mrs Cinnamond Church Street.

Dessie Gumley son of Pat and Delia Gumley Drumalee picked a beautiful bunch of primroses over the Christmas Holiday.

Cavan CYMS Whist Top Score  Maureen McDonald 1^st Lady Mrs PJ O Reilly 2^nd Josephine McEntee 1^st Gent Paddy Woods and 2^nd Gent Eddie Doonan.

Messages of Sympathy continue to pour in to the family of the late John F O Hanlon with Virginia Show Cavan Drama Festival Cavan County and Urban Council Fine Gael Cavan AOH Cavan ICA Cavan Virginia and Belturbet Golf Clubs Cavan Dog and Gun Club Virginia Blues GFC  Cavan Christmas Tree Protestant Board of Governors National Blood Transfusion all sending messages of sympathy.

January 12^th 1957 Anthony Eden resigns as British Prime Minister in the wake of the Suez Crisis stating health reasons. RA Butler is the overwhelming favourite to succeed Sir Anthony.

Border areas on high alert as IRA continue their attacks on RUC Stations along the border. Sean South from Garryowen Limerick Fergal O Hanlon from Monaghan and an RUC officer are shot dead. John A Costello condems these acts of ‘tyranny’ stating that ‘Partition will never be ended by force ‘ Eamon De Valera condemns ‘the tyranny of a few’.

Nurse Mary Ann Cadden aged 57 who was sentenced to death for the murder of Helen O Reilly has her sentenced commuted to Penal Servitude for Life.

Noel O Reilly Victor Sherlock Jim McDonnell and Brian Gallagher are the 4 Cavan representatives on the Ulster team to play Connaught in Sligo.

Breffni Park Draw 1^st £20 Joe Ebbitt Faragh Crossdoney  2^nd P McCoy Main Street Cootehill. Promoter’s Prize Mattie Corcoran Providers.

R A Butler is passed over in Britain as Queen Elizabeth after consulting with Winston Churchill asks Harold McMillen to form the next Government. Member of the House of Commons since 1923, 63 year old McMillan is MP for Bromley and succeeded RA Butler as Chancellor of the Exchequer in Sir Anthony Eden’s Cabinet.

Death of Catherine Conlon at the age of 34 at the residence of her sister Mrs Packy Leonard Bridge Street. Native of Lacken Co Monaghan ,she is survived by her brothers sisters and other relatives.Funeral from the Cathedral to Killygarry Cemetery.

Sympathy is extended to Griffith Black and Myrtle Henderson on the death of their distinguished uncle Herbert C Black Drumbar. Funeral from Kilmore Cathedral to the adjoining churchyard.

Sergeant J McMahon son of Mr and Mrs John McMahon Emmett Place is awarded the BEM in the British New Year’s Honours List .He joined the British Army on the outbreak of World War 2 in 1939 and served in the 405 Company Royal  Pioneer Corps.

‘Ali Baba and the 40 Thieves’ biggest cast ever assembled on a  Cavan stage. Girl’s Chorus Emily Devaney Celestie O Reilly Marie Sullivan Rita Smith Collette O Reilly and Josephine McGarvey.Maura Maloney led the dancing girls of  Bimba McCabe Valerie McCarren Maeve Coulter Ena Gear Sheila O Reilly Myra Mannion Miriam and Una Healy with some beautiful tap dancing and ballet. Noreen Madden was outstanding with beautiful voice and stunning figure while Imra Furlong of Nomads fame gave a sterling performance as Morgana.Sean Bergin in the title role of Ali Baba brought all his considerable talents to the part and was consistently excellent all week. George Maloney as Ali Baba’s wife was the star of the show and his singing of ‘A Sweet Old Fashioned Girl ‘ was the highlight of a brilliant performance. Michael Donnelly and Michael Lynch took over from the legendary Sonny Magee and Frank Lynott and coped admirably. Pat McNulty was excellent and Phyllis Lynch was a beautiful Baghdad maiden. Other notable performers were Bill Galvin Joe Berwick Andy Mohan Robert McCarthy Val Kennedy .Men’s Chorus Mel Keaveney E Kingston Andy Mohan Michael Rafferty Brendan Jenkins Gene Cullivan  Sean Connolly Liam Kinsella Andy McGahon Gerry Moore John Maguire Niall Walsh Eddie Reilly Jerry Lyons Paddy McNamara John Sharkey and Kevin Horan .One of the highlights of the show was the men’s chorus in full voice singing ‘Stout Hearted Men’. Children’s Chorus Frances Sullivan Breda Sullivan Clare Maloney Sinead  Blessing Sarann O Reilly Frances Donoghue Ethna Nee Alice Donohoe Mary Moran Leila Lally Noeleen McCormick Doreen Gaffney Sheila Brady Katherine Smyth Renee Tully Gerry Cusack Moya Maloney Catherine English Dolores Smith and Denise O Brien. Senior Children’s Chorus highlight was the beautiful rendition of ‘Alice Blue Gown’ Mary Ormsby Lorraine McCarren Sheila Dowd Florence Elliott Aíne Sullivan Margaret Beggs Joan O Brien Ann Donohoe Olive Magee Geraldine Magee Deidre Conlon and Gráinne Blessing. Musical Director Maisie Magee Orchestra Stan Mullery and Members of the Urney Ceilidhe Band .Choreography Maura Maloney and Mrs Ballagh Dublin .Wardrobe Mistress Maureen Hand Make Up Teresa O Rourke Annie Brady Frank Carroll John Donohoe and Paddy  Donohoe Scenery painted by Jim Scanlon Stage Managers Dennis Whelan and Joe Duffy .Lighting and Effects Smyth’s 60 Main Street and Strand Electric Dublin. Script and Producer M J Sonny Magee.

January 19^th 1957 Aiden Madden Fire Chief and Tommy McCormick Elmbank Hatcheries feature on the hour long programme from Radio Eireann. Aiden explains to farmers how they should react to fire breaking out on their farms while Tommy describes in detail his recent trip to America where he visited a large duck farm stating that he intends to install the same sophisticated techniques at his Cavan plant. The interview will conclude next Sunday!

Bridge Club N/S Tom Hickey and Una Smith E/W Dermot Morgan and Mr Sullivan.

Kathleen Sullivan’s Captain Prize at Cavan Bridge Club N/S Tom and Maggie Hickey E/W E T O Hanlon and DP  Hunt.

Sympathy is extended to Airmid O Hanlon and Una Smith on the death of their uncle Canon McMullin P P Carrigart County Donegal who was brother of Surgeon J C McMullin former County Surgeon Cavan.

Cavan are just beaten in the last minute of extra time by Enniskillen 11 points to 8 in their first round Ulster Rugby clash at the Royal School Cavan. Cavan team Jim Meehan R Scott Bill Flannery J Phelan Cyril Morris Peter Storey Teddy McCormack H Coyle J Burns F Cooney Sean Woods C Sheridan George Maloney Michael Donnelly Captain and Norman Cinnamond. Jim McGinn scored the winning try for Enniskillen in the very last minute  of extra time when a replay at the Enniskillen venue looked a certainty.

January 26^th 1957 Princess Grace of Monaco gives birth to a baby girl Caroline Louise Marguerite. Arrival of heir to Princess Grace and Prince Rainier of Monaco is greeted by a 21 gun salute.

Congratulations to Dermot C O Sullivan who passed his final Veterinary examinations MVB MRCVSI, he is eldest son of Inspector O Sullivan Cavan.

‘Free to All’ Paddy Conaty deplores the downward spiral of gaelic football in the County town where the present clubs Cavan Slashers and Harps failed at Senior Junior and Minor levels to impress in the last few seasons. Paddy goes on to say that he has secured the services of Father James J O Reilly Adm to Chair the discussion planned for the Town Hall on Tuesday January 29th with a view to amalgamating the two clubs .

February 2^nd 1957 Death of John Weir Breffni Terrace at a relatively early age. He was a member of the Irish Army during the Emergency and served in Athlone and Mullingar. He is survived by his mother brothers and sisters .Funeral from the Cathedral to Cullies cemetery.

George Carroll Senior 23 College Street suffers a bad fall on the thick ice at Magee’s Corner (Tom Boylan’s ). He is making satisfactory progress at the Surgical Hospital.

Cavan Bridge Club N/S Rev Patrick J Gargan and John Marron E/W Ina Hickey and Gerry Moore.

After tabling a motion of ‘no confidence’ in the Government by Sean McBride Clann Na Poblachta and Eamonn De Velera. They are informed that the Taoiseach John A Costello has asked the President  to dissolve the 15^th Dail and the General Election will be held on March 5^th 1957.

February 9^th 1956 Worst storm in living memory as hundreds of trees are uprooted and roofs TV aerials’ and ESB and Telephone cables are blown down in the over 100 M P H winds followed by torrential rain which left the area flooded.

Owen Roe O Neill and Sons Butchers open their new Butcher’s Shop in the premises they purchased from John James Greene Butcher 80 Main Street.

Unexpected spanner in the works at 2^nd meeting in the Town Hall in connection with amalgamating both Cavan Slashers and Harps when Phil Lee Jimmy Sheridan and Jimmy Egan inform the meeting that following a meeting of the Cavan Harps players the motion to amalgamate the two clubs was roundly rejected by 14 votes to 2 with one player abstaining. Father Jimmy O Reilly Adm expresses amazement with this turn of events as it was expected that the process would only be a matter of form following the 1^st meeting in the Town Hall. Several suggestions are made including scrapping the process but Poppy McNamara states that the Harps meeting was  not democratically assembled as he nor the delegates at the 1^st meeting were invited or canvassed for their views. It is unanimously agreed that the Harps Delegation re consult their club with a view to obtaining the overall view and report back to a final meeting in the Town Hall where a definite decision on the proposed amalgamation can be reached.

Death of Lt Colonel Lord Farnham at the age of 77 in a Dublin Nursing Home. He was the 11^th Baron Farnham a title in existence and held by the Maxwell family who are of Scottish descent since 1761. Educated at Harrow he attended the Royal Military College at Sandhurst in 1900 and took part in the African War from 1901 to 1902 as a Lieutenant and was mentioned in dispatches. Married Aileen Selina 2^nd daughter of Charles Coote Mallow County Cork in 1908. Later that year he was appointed Irish Representative Peer in the House of Lords. On the outbreak of World War 1 he joined the Enniskillen Fusiliers and commanded a Battalion winning a Distinguished Service medal. He was reported missing presumed dead in 1919 but was taken prisoner by the Germans but managed to escape and make his way back to England and later his own demesne in Farnham where he was carried shoulder high from Cavan Railway Station by  his tenants and employees who rejoiced in his miraculous re appearance. However events in Ireland drove him out of Farnham in 1922 and he remained in London until 1927 when he returned to Farnham to farm his vast lands where he produced choice vegetables flowers and livestock including many prize winning horses in which he had a  special interest. During his long reign he oversaw the building of the Town Hall and the establishment of Town Hall Street. He was a keen exhibitor and Vice President Cavan Show Society and could be seen daily on his own farm directing operations from his tractor .Outstanding golfer  he donated facilitated the establishment of County Cavan Golf Club and was himself a former Captain and played of a handicap of 4. He was also an expert tennis player and facilitated the Cavan Lawn Tennis Club at Farnham Street  behind the Protestant Hall. Every Wednesday afternoon the Farnham’s held their own very elite Tennis Outing which finished with Lady Farnham serving a delicious tea to the strictly invited guests. From a young boy he holidayed in Switzerland and was an expert skier over all terrains. He took a very active interest in the promotion and welfare of the Church of Ireland being a member of the Diocesan Synod and Trustee and Administrator of the Diocesan Court. Member of the Grand Lodge of Masons he took a keen interest in the welfare of those who had fallen on tough times or were destitute through no fault of their own. Governor of the Royal School. He was President of the Board of Governors of the Adelaide Hospital. Member of the exclusive Naval and Military Clubs Kildare Street Dublin and the Royal Automobile Association. He lost his only son Somerset Arthur Maxwell wounded in battle in 1942 and he is succeeded by his 25 year old Grandson Barry Owen Somerset Maxwell of Lightwater House Lightwater Surrey. Barry was educated at Eton and is a Lieutenant in the Royal House Guards. Lord Farnham 11^th Baron is survived by his daughter Vereena wife of Major Mark Vance Mulbank MVO Equerry to Queen Elizabeth since 1954. The removal of the remains to Kilmore Cathedral was accompanied on the journey from Dublin by a huge cortege of cars.

Brian Corr son of Mr and Mrs Corr Farnham Street is called up for training with the Irish Air Corps .

Death of Jane Brady Breffni Terrace relict of the late Terence. She w as popular with all classes and creeds and practiced true Christian charity .Survived by her sons brothers and daughter in law .Father Joe Dolan CC officiated at the funeral from the Cathedral to Cullies.

February 16^th 1956 William Henry Pratt 16 ½  is accidentally shot dead while  out shooting with his brother Robert 18. Son of William and Mrs Pratt Toneymore they were on their way home when William brushed against the gun held by Bob which mysteriously discharged killing him instantly. He was a helper on his father’s farm and was also employed as a Clerk in Smith’s Garage. Dr Jack Sullivan Cavan gave evidence to the Jury that death was due to bleeding and shock and the Jury on the direction of Paddy Cusack County Coroner brought in a verdict of ‘ accidental death’. Kilmore Cathedral was packed to capacity for the funeral which was conducted by the Rev RCH Turkington with burial in the New Cemetery.

Funeral of Lt Col Lord Farnham DSO in Kilmore Cathedral. Among the Clergy were Bishop Bruton former Archbishop of Dublin Bishop PJ Mitchell Down and Connor Dr C J Tyndall Kilmore Dr FW Grant Venerable HW Shire Rev RCH Turkington Rector Kilmore. The chief mourners were Lady Farnham Hon Mrs Milbank daughter Barry Owen Somerset Maxwell heir David Gibbs grandson Zoe Maxwell Hon Stella Maxwell sisters Major R Lucas Clements John Lucas Clements and Miss Lucas Clements cousins Brigadier Gibbs and Major Mark Milbank sons in law. Father James J O Reilly Adm representing the Catholic Bishop of Kilmore Austin Quinn Jack Halpin ET and Willie O Hanlon Dr Jack Sullivan MD PF Baxter Chairman of the Seanad Paddy O Reilly TD Dermot McCarthy County Manager Rev John Anderson Royal School and Father Patrick Gaffney President Saint Patrick’s College were also among the distinguished attendance.

New football and hurling club for Cavan as Cavan Harps and Cavan Slashers are voted out of existence as over 60 people from both clubs gather under the Chairmanship of Father Jimmy O Reilly Adm for the 3^rd time in as many weeks. This time Johnny O Rourke replaced Phil Lee as spokesman for the Harps saying that ‘a majority of the members were in favour of amalgamating the Clubs to give Cavan town a united front for the first time in 25 years. He hoped now that once again the town could compete at the highest level in the County and through the new Club foster players fit and able enough to represent the County at all levels’. Hughie Doonan proposed and Tom McNamara seconded that the name of the Club should be Cavan Gaels. Slashers representatives John Johnston Tommy Hughes Matty Corcoran AJ O Brien NT Jimmy Finlay TM Gilroy and Pat O Neill hurling .Harps representatives Pappy McNamara Johnny O Rourke Willie Doonan Seamus Fay Tom McNamara and John Keogan .All officers elected unanimously Chairman Father Jimmy J O Reilly Adm Vice Chairman Paddy Conaty Joint Secretaries Jimmy ‘Inky’ Sheridan and Sean Galligan Treasurer Father P J Gargan CC Assistant Treasurer Seamus Fay .County Board Reps Senior Football Hugh ‘Bud’ McNamara Junior Football Father P J Gargan CC and Hurling Pat O Neill. Hughie L Smith Secretary of Cavan County Board hailed this ‘as a red letter day for football in the County town and hoped it would bring to an end the 25 year division when football in the town was the big loser’. Tommy Hughes paid tribute to the diplomatic skills of Father Jimmy O’ Reilly and the tenaciousness and sheer hard work of Paddy Conaty who prepared the ground for this momentous decision. He concluded by saying that ‘the positive decision of the Harps to amalgamate was chiefly brought about by the untiring efforts and enthusiasm of Poppy McNamara’.

Kathleen Bell proprietor of the Arch Café is made a presentation by her many friends as she leaves Cavan for Dublin at a function in the Ulster Arms. Gerry M Lovett made the presentation followed by a Social with comedy items and songs.

Jean McFeeley BDS Swellan House is the presenter of this week’s Recital at Cavan Gramophone Society including a delightful programme of light music by Chopin John McCormack and a piano recital by Jeanette Cohen.

Death of Mary Carney relict of Patrick College Street in Saint Phelim’s Hospital. Survived by her sister Sister Mary Palatina USA. .Funeral from the Cathedral to Killygarry.

February 23^rd 1957 Winners at the Juvenile Boxing Tournament in the Market Square where trainer Jim Brady exhibited the wealth of talent which he is currently training at their Headquarters in the Market Square.  Bunty McDermott Teddy O Neill Frankie Weir Tony Higgins Peter Kinsella Harry Donegan who drew with Andy Murray Tom McNamara Tommy Carroll Bobby Gray who drew with Noel McKiernan Davie O Connor Richard Clarke Tommy Donegan Phil ‘Lightning; Murray Nicky Kitson and Jackie Murphy .

Cavan Ladies Golf 1957 President Dorie Smith Captain Betty Hickey Treasurer Molly Finnegan Secretary Olive Black Match Secretary Mrs Eddie Flood.

Patrick J Hickey eldest son of Mr and Mrs Joe Hickey Main Street is appointed Chief Operations Officer at the Department of Posts and Telegraphs.

Connie McEntee Church Street in fire drama as her bedroom fills with smoke coming from a downstairs room rented by her Aunt Miss Brady to Fianna Fail for Election 1957. The cause of the fire was an oval stove which was left lit after  hours and but for the swift actions of Connie and the early arrival of the Fire Brigade under Captain Aidan Madden could have resulted in more serious damage to the premises opposite the Surgical Hospital.

Labour Band 1957 Chairman Mick Farrell Vice Chairman Seamus McCormack Secretary P Farrelly Trustees Eddie Moore and Paddy Tully. Committee Josie Greenan F Murray P Greenan.

March 2^nd 1957 Death of Bernard Heslin 2 Coleman Road and Kelly’s Terrace at the age of 84. One of Cavan’s oldest and most respected businessmen he was a Bread Agent for Galbraith’s Bread and Hughe’s Bread Belfast supplying bread to the surrounding shops in the countryside. Survived by his sisters Margaret and Mary Ann Heslin Cavan. Large attendance at the funeral in the Cathedral where Father JJ O Reilly officiated and burial took place in Cullies.

Death of Michael Lee Dover England. Survived by his wife and family with funeral taking place in England.

Death of Terence McKiernan at the residence of  his  brother Joe ‘The  Shamrock Hotel’. Survived by his daughters son in law brother and sister. Funeral from the Cathedral to Potahee.

Death of Michael Leddy Drumcrave in Saint Phelim’s Hospital .Funeral from the Cathedral to Killygarry.

Death of Mary Sexton relict of James Sexton Connolly Street 7 years after the death of her husband James. Highly respected member of an old Cavan family she was very well known for her charity and hospitality. Survived by her sons daughters and other relatives. Father J J O Reilly officiated at the funeral with a large crowd attending the funeral and removal with burial in Killygarry.

Over 7,000 ‘are comfortably’ accommodated to watch Cavan beat Ulster Champions Tyrone 1-9 to 1-8 in the Final of the Fitzsimmons Cup played in pouring rain in Kells. Referee T Million Meath and the Cup and medals were presented to the victorious Cavan team after the game. Cavan Seamus Morris Noel O Reilly Dan McCaffrey Cecil O Reilly Donal Kelly Tom Maguire  Jim McDonnell Mick Lynch Gerry Keyes Con Smith Brian Gallagher Seamus Conaty James Brady Victor Sherlock Captain Charlie Gallagher Sub Mal Shields for Jim McDonnell .

Saint Patrick’s College beat Saint McCartan’s College Monaghan in Breffni Park 4-5 to 0-6 to win their section of the Ulster College’s League and qualify for the McRory Cup Final. Team M Lynch Felim Kelly B Brady Jimmy Smith PA O Reilly  Jimmy O Donnell Eddie McLoughlin Dessie Coyle Sean Brady P Hurley T Kilkenny and Eamonn O Grady. Referee John Johnston Cavan.

Breffni Park Draw 1^st K Smith Lisdarn £20 2^nd Brian Boylan 61 Main Street Cavan 3^rd £2 K Galligan Connolly Street.£1 each Jackie Gilroy Coleman Road and Mrs Cissie Ronaghan Town Hall Street

Surgeon Cullen retires as Medical Officer Saint Phelim’s Hospital after many years distinguished service. Social and dancing followed the presentation with musical items from the patients and staff.

Eugene Leddy and  his Ceilidhe Band on 5 day tour of Scotland at the invitation of the Irish Society in Greenock. Members of the Band who travelled by boat from Belfast Frank Leddy Paddy McPhilips Ken Browne Tommy Reilly P Teevan T Curran Killeshandra Jennie Breen NT Butlersbridge and Mrs McGovern Belturbet.

Jack J Norry Overseer in Cavan Post Office and Saint Phelim’s Place Cavan is promoted to Postmaster Cootehill.

Presentation to Joe Flately Castletara who is emigrating with his entire family to the USA. Seamus McCormack made the presentation in the Town Hall with music by Des Jenkins and His Orchestra.

Fancy Dress in Kilmore Hall Prettiest Valerie Pratt ‘Doll in Box’ Funniest F Lyndsey ‘Parson’s Cat’ Best Advertisement Ruby Foster ‘Lemon’s Pure Sweets’ Most Original Doreen and Ruth Stafford .Adult’s Fancy Dress ‘Bride and Groom’ L Pratt and Hazel Gordon Funniest Clement Daniels and Victor Soden ‘Love on the Dole’ Most Original Betty Browne ‘Radio Eireann’ Best Pair Mrs Turkington and Doreen Lord Novelty Fred Harris Gerry Graham R Stafford ‘Question Time’ and G Lowe was presented with the Special Prize.

March 9^th 1957 Eamonn De Velera leads Fianna Fail back into Government with a majority of at least 9 seats .Ballinamore returned 2 Sinn Fein Deputies including John Joe McGirl who is in jail in Mountjoy as Sinn Fein make big inroads returning 4 deputies and polling very well everywhere despite the fact that they would  not attend the Dail. Sean McBride who precipitated the Election by voting no confidence in the Taoiseach John A Costello is not re elected and John Tully Cavan is the sole Clann Na Poblachta representative in the 16^th Dail. There was a nationwide turnout of 71%.Paddy Smith as usual headed the Poll at the Cavan Count in the Courthouse where Mr M McKenna County Registrar Coleman Road was Returning Officer for the 4 seat Cavan Constituency with a quota of 6,116 .First Count Paddy Smith FF 7,309 Paddy O Reilly FG 4,704 John Tully Clann Na Poblachta 4,307 John Cole Independent 4,161 Paddy Duffy Sinn Fein 3,308 Seamus Dolan FF 2,626 Michael Sheridan FF 2,610 Frank McGovern FG 1,533. At 10.15 pm Paddy O Reilly FG John Tully CNP and Michael Sheridan all reached the Quota and joined  Paddy Smith as TDs for Cavan in the 16^th Dail. The overall position was FF 78 FG 40 Labour 12 Sinn Fein 4 Clann Na Talun 3 Clann Na Poblachta 1 Independents 9.

Captain and Noreen Madden are guests of Cavan Fire Brigade in the ‘Dew Drop Inn’ when they were made a presentation by the local Brigade as they leave Cavan to take up a similar position in County Tipperary. Phil Writt Captain said that it was impossible to quantify Aiden Madden’s contribution to Cavan and particularly the Fire Service over the last 7 years. Aiden Madden brought with him a great enthusiasm and know how to the Fire Brigade and they were only slowly recovering from the shock of the Convent Fire in 1943. It would be fair to say that Aidan Madden a qualified Engineer and the first full time Fire Chief in Cavan revolutionised the service which in 1950 consisted of a couple of hand carts drawn by the members in all conditions. Jimmy Finlay made the presentation to  Aidan and Noreen and wished them well in their new surroundings in County Tipperary.

Jack  Flood Hackney Services Bridge Street presents a wallet of notes to Gerry McConnell at a Social in the Protestant Hall where music was by the very popular Des Jenkins and His Orchestra. Gerry is third youngest son of Jack and Alice McConnell Ashe Street and is emigrating to England.

Death of Matilda Allison Drumard wife of John. Survived by her husband and family. Funeral from Kilmore Cathedral to Kilmore Cemetery.

March 16^th 1957 Saint Joseph’s Hospital Lisdarn is to be closed as a TB Hospital with the Maternity and Medical patients transferred from Saint Phelim’s Hospital which will now revert to it ‘s original position as a Geriatric Hospital run by the Sisters of Mercy.

Sean T and Mrs O Kelly President of Ireland is the only head of state to attend the 18^th Anniversary Celebrations of the Coronation of Pius XII in Saint Peter’s Rome. Afterwards the 81 year old Pontiff received President and Mrs O Kelly in private audience lasting over ½ hour.

Prize Bonds go on sale in Ireland for the first time with units of £5 available at every Post Office.

The practice of serving drink at Funerals and Wakes is roundly condemned by Bishop Austin Quinn in a letter read at all Masses in  the Diocese.

Death of Rebecca Eleanor McDowell sister of the late Rev William MA DD the Presbyterian Church Farnham Street. Burial took place from Moira Presbyterian Church to the adjoining cemetery.

Tommy Hughes Assistant Secretary Cavan County Board GAA and a playing member of Cavan Gaels GFC is promoted to Overseer Cavan Post Office to replace Jack Norry who was recently promoted Postmaster in Cootehill.

Jimmy ‘Inky’ Sheridan formerly Telegraph Messenger with Cavan Post Office is promoted to the position of Postman Mullagh. Jimmy is Secretary and a playing member of the new Cavan Gaels GFC.

Local Branch of Comaltas Ceoltori Eireann organise a very successful and spectacular Saint Patrick’s Day making it’s way from the Cathedral to The Town Hall via Church Street Main Street Connolly Street and College Street. Brilliant Irish themed Floats include ‘Phil the Fluter’s Ball ‘ and ‘Roisin Dubh’ while Cavan Guild ICA and the Red Cross also had tastefully decorated floats which enthralled the many  hundreds of onlookers who flocked into the town from far and near to celebrate the Feast of Saint Patrick. Among the Bands taking part were Aughavas Pipe Band Mountain Road Pipe Band Drumcrow War Pipers Labour Band Cavan Boy Scout’s Accordion Band and the De La Salle Flagelot Band. At the Ceilidhe and side shows in the Town Hall and throughout the immediate area Ceilidhe Bands taking part included The Crystal Ceilidhe Band Saint Phelim’s Ceilidhe Band Jack Reilly’s Ceilidhe  Dun a Ri Ceilidhe Band and the  Harp of Eireann Ceilidhe Band.

County Cavan Bridge Championships held in the Farnham Hotel N/S Kathleen Sullivan and Dermot Morgan E/W Father Sean O Reilly and Professor William Browne MA

Cavan Chamber of Commerce 1957 President Con A Smith Vice President Robert Mackeral Hon Secretary Griffith H Black Treasurer DB Aherne Munster and Leinster Bank. Council MS MJ Galligan Tom Brady Robert Henderson Tom Malone Liam Bogue Tommy McCormick Dessie Tweedy Brian Coleman and VG Molloy.The outgoing President Tom McCarren did not seek re election but appealed to the business people to join and support the newly formed Chamber of Commerce. After a long discussion in which nearly every member made a contribution on the impending European Free Trade Agreement the Chamber passed a resolution supporting ‘Free Trade for Agricultural products only ‘!

March 23^rd 1957 Eamon De Velera is elected Taoiseach by the 16^th Dail winning  by 78 votes to 53 . Paddy Smith Cootehill is named in the Cabinet as Minister for Local Government and Social Welfare. Paddy Smith was born in Tunnyduff in 1901 and at the age of 16 joined the Volunteers rising to the rank of Company Quartermaster he was later appointed Commandant Carrickallen Brigade. In 1921 he was hunted down and arrested by the British and later sentenced to death for his part in the Volunteers. The signing of the Treaty saved  his life but he fought on the Republican side in the Civil War and spent time in Dundalk Newbridge and Harepark Prisons. While in jail and only 21, he was elected a member of Dail Eireann for Sinn Fein in 1922 and has represented Cavan in the Dail since. He has served as Parliamentary Secretary to an Taoiseach 1939 Parliamentary Secretary to  the Minister of Finance 1943 Minister for Agriculture in 1944 and Minister for Local Government 1951.

Death of Christina Sullivan New York formerly Creighan Terrace. She was the youngest daughter of the large family of Mr and Mrs Jack Sullivan Creighan Terrace and her father was a most respected and expert Cooper in Cavan for over 50 years. She is survived by her sister brother and other relatives .Funeral in New York.

Breffni Park Draw 1^st £20 Eugene O  Neill Saint Phelim’s Place Cavan 2^nd  and £5 Fred Morris Church Street .Promoter’s Prize £2 Packy Phair Killeshandra .

Justice Teevan accompanied by County Registrar F J McKenna is greeted by a Guard of Honour drawn from the local Garda under Superintendent Joe Murray as he arrives to officiate at  his first High Court in the Courthouse Cavan. Justice Teevan is a native of Bawnboy West Cavan.

De La Salle School win the All Ireland Drama Finals in the Olympia Theatre Dublin with ‘Aobhinn Beatha  an Scolaire’. They were placed 1^st in the Over 11 section and the Producer was Brother Cyril.

Mary T Caffrey widow of the recently deceased Patrick B Caffrey The Bungalow Drumalee dies at the residence of her daughter Mrs C J Dawson after a brief illness. Known and respected over a wide area her husband was Fitter in Saint Phelim’s Hospital. She was a woman of great charity and kindness of deep Christian faith. Father A B McGrath officiated at the funeral from the Cathedral to Ballinagh Cemetery.

March 30^th 1957 Death of Claire Frances Donoghue 33 College Street at the District Hospital in Dundalk. Survived by her brother sisters and other relatives .Funeral from the Cathedral to Saint Brigid’s Cemetery Killygarry. Father James J O Reilly Adm officiated.

Death of Josephine Maloney Pound Arch way and 58 Main Street after a short illness at the age of 56 just 9 months after the death of her husband George. Native of the town Jodie as she was affectionately known was a member of the Belford Family who were the leading Drapers and Outfitters in Cavan for over a century and traded from Bridge Street Corner or Belford’s Corner where Andy Slowey has his business to day 2011 .The family emigrated to South Africa  in 1929 but Nellie and Jody stayed on in Cavan .Nellie was a very well known and  highly respected member of Cavan County Council which she served in the Road Taxation Office for over half a century. Jodie was an outstanding wife and housewife and was a frequent welcome visitor to Smyth’s and McConnell’ who were nieces and nephews of Uncle George. Predeceased by her husband George and son Sean as an infant Jodie Maloney is survived by he daughter Patsy SRN and her sister  Nellie in Cavan and brothers and sisters in South Africa. Father James J O Reilly Adm officiated at the funeral from the Cathedral to Killygarry Cemetery.

Death of Bridget McGahern 23 Wolfe Tone Street in Saint Phelim’s Hospital .Survived by her brothers sisters and other relatives .Father AB McGrath officiated at the funeral from the Cathedral to Drumcor.

Leaders of 6 West European nations France Italy West Germany Belgium Holland and Luxembourg sign in Rome the European Community and Eurotam draft treaties which bind 160,000,000 in an economic union and may eventually lead to a new world power.

Wide and colourful selection of coats suits and cotton frocks to suit all pockets and tastes at the Vera Brady Fashion Show in the packed and appreciative Town Hall where the Mannequins were from the Miriam Woodbyrne Agency Dublin with local teenagers Mary Mullarkey and Eileen Connolly modelling for the younger person and Sheila Brady and Kay Mullery modelling the new season children’s clothes .Draw at the interval for the District Nursing Fund while the entire proceeds of the Fashion Show go to Cavan Branch Saint Vincent De Paul.

Tommy Flood is the recipient of a presentation by his friends and colleagues in the town as well as his  work mates in Cavan County Council as he leaves Cavan for America with his sister Frances Lynch and her 4 young children where they will be met in New York by Frances’ husband .

Cavan Bridge Club 1^st Mr and Mrs P D Maloney E/W Professor Browne MA and Father Francis McKiernan Saint Patrick’s College.

Samuel Johnston gives and excellent recital at Cavan Gramophone Society introducing and presenting the music of Handel while Dr P Watters will give the final recital of the Season at Cavan Gramophone Society next week.

Con Smith and Mick Lynch representing Butlersbridge GFC are the stars of a very slick effective forward line that overcome Meath 1-12 to 2-7 in the Division 2 League Final in Park Tailteann Navan, Cavan led by 1-7 to 1-3 at half time.

April 6^th 1957 Saint Columb’s College Derry with ‘ The Passing Day’ are the winners of the Dr Lyons Cup and the Open Section at Cavan Drama Festival .The Patrician Players Cavan with ‘The Wayward Saint’ are the winners of the Hugh Lee Cup confined to groups from the Diocese of Kilmore. Cast Darragh Smith Bill Henry Betty Hickey Airmid O Hanlon Michael Donnelly Jack Binchey Miriam Healy Ena Gear Jack Brady and Bill Galvin. The Producer was Jack Binchey.Saint Bridget’s Dramatic Society Rathnew are the winners of the One Act Section and the Anglo Celt Cup. Best Producer Gerard Wheatley Bernadette Players Sligo with ‘Rebecca’ Best Actor A J Faulkner Athlone Little Theatre Group and Best Actress Nellie Carey Athlone Little Theatre Group who presented ‘Shadow and Substance’. Cavan GAA Cup for Irish plays under 14 Aisteori De La Salle with ‘Aoibheann Bheata an Scolaire’ Cast Paddy McCormack Patsy Lee James Connolly Richard Graham Damien Dillon Jerome Casey Dermot Burke Michael Murray Harry Hunt Liam Cooke and Joseph Hickey. The same group were 2^nd in their Section with ‘Iosagain’. Betty Fitzpatrick Cup for Elocution Madeline O Donoghue College Street and Val Mullery Francis Street.

Cavan play Kerry in the National League Semi Final in Croke Park with Mick Lynch Butlersbridge at full forward expected to be pivotal to Cavan’s chances of gaining revenge for their heavy defeat at the hands of Kerry when they last met in the All Ireland Semi Final Replay of 1955, 8 of the Cavan team who did duty that day line out on Sunday with the Referee once again  being Peter McDermott of Meath.

Bridie Smyth of the County Engineer’s Office is the winner of the Top Prize of £50 in the Cavan CYMS Monster Whist Drive in the Town Hall with a score of 148 from 19 games with Joe Shannon 2^nd with the same score receiving £10 after Bridie Smyth won on a cut. 1^st Lady A M O Reilly Tunnyduff 2^nd Peggy Costello Cavan 3^rd M Gingles Kells.  Gents 2^nd Gent Jack Clerkin 3^rd Farrell Smith Ballyjamesduff .Gerry Lovett as usual was an outstanding M C while Father P J Gargan Spiritual Director returned t hanks to the capacity attendance where over 80 tables were in play.

Michael Walsh Travel Agent Dublin gives a talk with film show on the Holy Land Lourdes Lisbon and Fatima to a large and interested attendance in the Town Hall.

Death of Ellen Brady Poles survived by her family sister and relatives. She was predeceased by her husband P J some time ago .Funeral from Saint Brigid’s Church Killygarry to  the adjoining cemetery.

Death of Michael Joseph ‘Josie’ Greenan at the age of 41 after a short illness at the Surgical Hospital. He was a Hackney Driver by trade and was known and respected over a wide area. Outstanding footballer he played with Cavan Slashers Cavan Harps and his own beloved Drumalee who were reformed twice in his lifetime being preceded  by Behey Benburbs. Star player for London Irish he won an All Ireland Junior medal with them when they defeated a fancied Leitrim team in the 1938 Home Final. Josie was to reappear in Croke Park in 1941 as a member of the Cavan team who were narrowly defeated by Kerry in the All Ireland Home Final. He was a member of the panel of the great Cavan teams of the late 1930s but emigrated to London when his place looked secure. H L Smith and Paddy Reilly Athbara represented Cavan County Board at the funeral while Seamus Gilheaney Chairman of the Ulster Council  represented the Provincial body at the packed attendance in the Cathedral. Cavan Gaels and Drumalee GFC formed a Guard of Honour marching each side of the hearse. Survived by his wife Annabella 4 young children (Micheal Eamonn Mary check) mother and 2 brothers and 2 sisters .Father Joe Dolan Adm officiated at the funeral and burial later in Cullies Cemetery. The  fixture between Farnham and Drumalee at Drumalee on Sunday was cancelled as a mark of respect .

April 13 ^th 1957 Kerry beat Cavan in the National League Semi Final by 0-9 to 0-8 after Cavan led by 0-7 to 0-2 at halftime having enjoyed the lion’s share of the possession playing with a fresh wind that blew from the Canal goal. The biggest culprit was the forwards who shot wide after wide or were beaten to the ball by a faster fitter Kerry rearguard where new Cavan sensation Mick Lynch was totally frozen out and seemed at sixes and sevens with his colleagues bemused by his unorthodox movements. Victor Sherlock and Tom Maguire were magnificent at midfield while Phil the Gunner Brady Captain was outstanding at full back. Jim McDonnell Noel Reilly and Hubert Gaffney coped well with a fast dangerous Kerry half forward line. Team Seamus Morris Donal Kelly Phil Brady Captain Brian O Reilly Hubert Gaffney Noel O Reilly Jim McDonnell Victor Sherlock Tom Maguire Con Smith Brian Gallagher Seamus Conaty James Brady Mick Lynch and Charlie Gallagher. Sub Dan McCaffrey for Donal Kelly.

James Bredin and son have acquired the famous Lismore Castle on the Burowes Estate in Crossdoney which was built in 1733 and are dismantling the stone of the castle to be used as foundation on the new ESSO plant which they are building on the Farnham Road .

The very popular Maureen McDonald and Cyril Arnold win the Captain’s William Browne’s Prize at Cavan Bridge Club.

Mary Josephine Kerrigan daughter of Mrs and the late Jack Kerrigan Annaglough is presented with her SRN for Nursing at Halifax General Hospital.

Martha Higgins Johnston late of Cavan dies in New York and burial took place in New York .

Death of Brigid O Neill Drumullen .Survived by her husband and family. Funeral from the Cathedral to Drumcor Cemetery .

April 20^th 1957  Tragic death of Michael Smith 6 Saint Mary’s Terrace Cavan following a fall from the Bell Tower he was renovating at Grange Church Sligo while working for P Elliott and Company. After hearing evidence from Paddy Elliott Employer and work colleagues at Grange Court House the Coroner P J Moran  instructed the Jury to bring a verdict of accidental death caused by a fall from a ladder. Town shocked by the news of the death of this great old character whom Paddy Elliott described as “one of the greatest Masons he ever saw whose work was second to none and never needed checking” .He was affectionately known as ‘Mickey the Mason’ and was a member of the old IRA taking an active part in the fight for Independence. He later emigrated to New York and for many years worked on skyscrapers and was acknowledged as one of the best at his trade. He afterwards returned to Ireland and joined his old friend Paddy Elliott who was starting off in the building trade in 1942. He worked mainly on churches and was Chief Mason at Drung Church and Nazareth House Sligo. The capacity attendance in the Cathedral witnessed the coffin draped in the tricolour being escorted by a Guard of Honour of his colleagues Old IRA under Charlie Reilly Drumherrish with Father A B McGrath officiating at the Mass and burial in Saint Brigid’s Cemetery Killygarry .

Death of Patrick Farrelly 6 Mons Terrace Cavan. Veteran of World War 1 where he was injured in battle. Returning to Cavan he spent his life as a Chimney Sweep and was known and respected for  his expertise over a wide area. Survived by his sons daughters and relatives. Father A B McGrath officiated at the funeral from the Cathedral to Cullies Cemetery .

Death of Ellen Murphy at the residence of her son in law Patrick Tully Coranure. She was relict of Thomas Murphy Clones. Survived by her sons daughters and large circle of friends. Funeral from the Cathedral to Commons Cemetery Clones .

Death of the legendary Paul Ronan at the residence of his daughter 21 Ryefield Park Mayfield Cork. He was a native of 2 Saint Patrick’s Swellan and was life long employee of the Anglo Celt being a Master Printer and Father of the Chapel in the Celt.He was father of the well known Leo Ronan Anglo Celt and is survived by his wife Sarah and family. Funeral from Saint Joseph’s Church Mayfield to Rathoney Cemetery.

Cavan Guild ICA perform Concert in 2 and 3 part harmony in the Town Hall where among the contributors was Patricia O Reilly of the Cavan Guild also taking part was Mrs Terry O Dowd and her son Tony, S Smith S Craig J Furlong Olive Black with Mrs A McLoughlin Narrator. Novelty items from Richard Black and Joe Berwick. The accompanist was Mrs G Black .Debate between the ICA and Cavan Players on the topic ‘Matchmaking a Necessary Custom’ ICA team Miss Nellie McIntyre Mrs Adams C Farris and Mrs Reardon. Cavan Players Bill Galvin Darragh Smith Val Kennedy and Bill Henry. In the Chair was the legendary Dorie Smith. The motion was defeated .

Presentation to Michael ‘Mick’ Donnellan Cavan Station retiring after over 50 years service to the Railways in Cavan. The presentation was made by the Stationmaster P J Quinn.

Aisteori De La Salle retain their crown at Ballyshannon Drama Festival with ‘Aoibheann Beatha an Scolaire ‘, the Producer was Rev Brother Cyril .

Cavan Bridge Club Winners Darragh Smith and Jim Rafter E/W Maureen McDonald and Maureen Hunt.

‘Murder Out of Tune’ by the Cavan Players packs the  Town Hall with proceeds going to the Cathedral Choir. Vintage performances from Mary Smith Josephine McEntee  Joe Berwick Jack Aherne Ina Furlong Emily Devaney and well known Cavan Drama Festival Gold Medallist Eugene Monaghan as the  Superintendent. Stage Manager Philip McConnell and Make Up was by Maureen Hand .

April 27^th 1957 Redemptorists Fathers P J Nulty Michael Hickey P Brennan Thomas Croagh are giving the annual Mission in the Cathedral with new innovation of a Tridium for the Children with Mass at 9.30 am and Lecture just after lunch all within school hours !

Lourdes Invalid Fund which was founded in 1952 and sends an average of 2 invalids per year on the Meath Diocesan Pilgrimage is appealing for funds with a Sweep on the Epsom Derby. The average cost for each invalid is £44.

Death of Mabel Marsden late of Connolly Street Cavan on Easter Monday 1957. Very popular person she was much beloved by the children whom she invited into her home to watch television to which she was addicted and was the first customer to buy a television set in Smyth’s 60 Main Street. Survived by her son Charlie and brother Jack Best, she spent most of her life in England but in recent years she resided in Connolly Street where she was an excellent neighbour and friend. Venerable HW Shire  assisted by Rev H M Dent officiated at the funeral from Cavan Parish Church to Ballyconnell Cemetery.

Fancy Dress in Protestant Hall sponsored by the Ladies Committee County Cavan Golf Club. Prettiest Sandra Smith ‘Spanish Lady ‘2^nd Catherine Mallon only 3 ½ years old daughter of Jimmy and Mrs Mallon College Street ‘Oh You Beautiful Doll ‘  Best Pair Xavier Hickey and Gwen Arnold ‘If you Drink Don’t Drive ‘ 2^nd Edward English and Frank McCormick ‘Hop Along Cassidy’ Most Humorous Frances and Beda Sullivan ‘Why There Are So Many Bachelors ‘ Most Topical John Sullivan Michael and John Rafferty ‘Easter Week’ Best Group Ann Leonard Lorraine McCarren Renee Tully Florence Elliott Breffni O Reilly Damien Dillon Joseph Hickey and Brian O Reilly ‘The Rock and Rollers’. Judges were Mrs Joe Murray Kathleen Brady Mrs MA Cooney and Mrs P A Galligan .

Joy McLoughlin and Jean Mackeral Royal School  are 3^rd in Under 12 Duet at the Sligo Feis Cheoil while Patricia O Reilly is 2^nd in Solo Singing representing Cavan ICA and Ann Reardon Royal School was 2^nd in the Junior Piano.

Cavan Gaels beat Drumalee in their first Challenge game at Drumalee running out winners by 3-3 to 1-4 with Michael Leddy scoring 2 goals Jimmy ‘Inky’ Sheridan 1-1 and the legendary Edwin Carolan holder of 3 All Ireland Senior Championship medals notching 0-2. The hosts replied via Tommy Molloy 1-0 Michael Rafferty Hugh Rafferty Donie Fay and Prior 0-1 each .Referee Tommy Clegg Cootehill .

May 4^th 1957 All Ireland Fleadh Cheoil in Dungarvan County Waterford all enquiries re Bus and Accommodation to Bridie Galligan Secretary Cavan Branch.

Cullen Cup attracts 26 of the leading pairs in the area to the Farnham Hotel where the winners were Dr E McQuaid and J McQuaid Virginia with J Corr and L Smith Monaghan 2^nd 3^rd D Coady and FJ Farrelly Longford. The best Cavan Pair Jim Leonard and John

Marron. The President Cavan Bridge Club Surgeon Bertie Cullen presented the trophy and prizes at the conclusion of the competition which was refereed by JA Commins Ireland Contract Bridge Association. On the domestic front the last session of the Season was won by Gerry Hunt and P D Maloney E/w Dermot Morgan and J P Mansfield .

Dennis Franks well known Irish actor continues his nationwide tour in Saint Patrick’s College lecturing on Shakespeare and his plays. He has just completed filming the John Ford directed ‘ Four Leaves of a Clover ‘ in which he plays a Black and Tan soldier.

S F Killingley popular and efficient Manager of the Ulster Bank Cavan is replaced on promotion to Belfast by JA Thompson of the Killeshandra Branch of the Ulster Bank.

Sympathy is extended to Mrs AG Hunt on the death of her half sister Mother Columba Nolan O P Falls Road Belfast and a native of Belturbet Who was born in 1882 and was a  godchild of the late Bishop Finegan of Kilmore.

Cavan ICA Choir under Mrs Molloy Conductor win Sligo Feis Cheoil with 95 marks. The trio of Mrs Small Mrs McGloughlin and Mrs Gordon 2^nd in their Class while Patricia O Reilly Cavan ICA was 2^nd for Irish Singing .

Death of Bernard McCaul late of London and Wolfe Tone Street just one week after returning from London where he spent the last 34 years after an illness of a few days at Cavan Surgical Hospital. He lived with  his daughter Mrs Teresa Bravendar and family in Wolfe Tone Street. Rev Joe Dolan CC officiated at the large funeral from the Cathedral to Cullies.

May 11^th 1957 Death of Ellen Poyntz Innisconnell relict of Robert .Survived by her sorrowing family. Funeral from Kilmore Cathedral to the adjoining cemetery.

Meeting of the popular Patrician Society in the Girl’s Club Hall adjoining Charlie Fay’s. The Society’s aim is to discuss the Catholic attitude to every day life occurrences and papers have already been delivered by Bill Henry Paddy McAdam and Dan McDonnell.

May 18^th 1957 Patients in the Cavan Hospitals Surgical Saint Phelim’s and Saint Joseph’s Lisdarn will now have to pay £1 per day for maintenance and treatment as against the present fee of 6 shillings per day. Patients with incomes less than £600 per year or a  valuation of under £30 are not subject to the  new charges .

T P Gavigan from Kells opens his new Betting Office in Cassidy’s Bridge Street which has just been totally renovated following a suspected bomb blast at the premises in which nobody was hurt .

Old order changeth at the Pavilion with Michael J Smith officiating at a meeting to elect officers and committee to run the affairs of the Club for 1957. Chairman Matty Connolly Secretary Gerry Lyons Treasure Marie Sullivan Committee Kitty McDonnell R Smith Celestie O Reilly C  Brady and M/s Billy Morris Andy McGahon Sean Connolly Patsy Connolly and John Maguire .

Jack Binchey playing off 5 with a Gross 76 wins the Scratch Medal presented by Doctor Darragh Smith at Cavan County Golf Club while Edward O Hanlon playing off 6 is second with a Gross 79 with Pat J O Neill Anglo Celt showing his Wexford hurling prowess to clinch 3^rd place with the same score but playing off 14.

Death of Brigid Connolly at her residence in Cullies. Relict of Bernard she is survived by her son daughter and other relatives .Father A B McGrath officiated at the funeral from the Cathedral to Cullies Cemetery.

Death of Elizabeth Donnelly at her residence Corislea Cavan. A lady of great Christian charity she was well known throughout the area where the family operated a very talented Ceilidhe Band. She was relict of Matthew Donnelly and is survived by her son Paddy ‘Diver’ Donnelly Publican Connolly Street, Matthew, Jack,  Mrs John O Neill Bridge Street Rita and Moya Donnelly. Father AB McGrath officiated at the largely attended funeral in the Cathedral to Killygarry Cemetery.

Full eclipse of the Moon lasting 3 hours brings the crowds out on the Streets as the moon covered the earth leaving people to wonder at the shadow cast over the Earth.

Legion of Mary annual procession to the Grotto in the Poor Clare’s Grounds followed by Benediction imparted by Father A B McGrath with a most enjoyable Social in the Convent later in the evening .

Feast of Saint John Bosco De La Salle is marked in Cavan by a free day for the School with their own Flagelot band leading the parade to the Cathedral where Mass was celebrated by Father P J Gargan and the School Choir were accompanied on the organ  by Father A B McGrath. The boys later returned to the school where they were treated to sweets and snacks by the brothers.

Jimmy Cullen ‘Saint Anne’s’ Cathedral Road and Sean O Reilly Drumcalpin in a motor cycle  collision on the Cavan Ballyhaise Road .Both were detained in hospital for a number of days with head and facial injuries.

May 25^th 1957 Tributes are paid to George V Maloney Senior as he retires as President of the Saint Joseph’s Young Priests Society after a distinguished service as an officer and member for over 30 years. President Gerry Lovett Secretary Clare Brady Town Hall Treasurer Patrick V Curran Main Street. The Saint Joseph’s Society are organising a Retreat Day in Saint Norbert’s Kilnacrott with admission including meals 10/-.

As Ceilidhe dancing goes into decline fears are expressed at the high cost of hiring the Town Hall which is rented to Ceilidhe promoters at a fraction of the price paid by dance promoters. For the first time in many years the Hall was not used last Sunday night.

Congratulations to John B McNulty well known local author as his wife gives birth to twin boys at Our Lady’s Nursing Home Edgeworthstown.

Death of Paddy McMahon Drumconnick at the Surgical Hospital .Survived by his sister nephews and nieces. Funeral from Kilmore Cathedral to the adjoining cemetery.

June 1^st 1957 Paddy Baxter Fine Gael outgoing Cathaoirleacch Seanad Eireann is elected Leas Cathaoirleacch for this term in a House now controlled by the opposition Fianna Fail party .

Cavan Gaels beat Cootehill in challenge game at Cootehill 1-4 to 0-5. Outstanding displays by ‘Foley’ O Rourke Eamonn ‘Buttons’ Brady Jimmy ‘Inky’ Sheridan Eddie Quinn Sean Galligan Harry Dowd but later in the week the Club are shocked with the news that their star forward Con Smith Butlersbridge is out of the reckoning for the rest of the season after sustaining a broken collar bone in Cavan’s challenge game against Antrim in Belfast.

Cavan Gaels beat County Champions Cornafean in their first competitive Senior League game at Breffni Park. Larry Gillen the Longford Senior football star was outstanding for the Gaels as was quicksilver Jimmy ‘Inky’ Sheridan Eddie Quinn Paddy Tavey Paddy Maguire Sean Keogan Eamonn Brady and Jimmy Meehan.

Tom?? Popular Hibernian Bank Manager retires and is replaced by Leo Keogan from the Cavan Branch. Tom was the popular Treasurer of Cavan Drama Festival and was made a presentation on behalf of the members by Tom Fitzpatrick Chairman Cavan Drama Festival.

Johnny Walsh moves a motion at Cavan Urban Council calling on the Minister to reverse the recent cut of 5/- per week in the Disability Allowance.

Death of John Conlon Blackbull Crosskeys. Predeceased by his son Father Michael and Patrick Conlon New York Jack Conlon Coolboyogue Frank Conlon Cavan and Andy Conlon Athy. Funeral from Crosskeys Church to the adjoining cemetery.

June 8^th 1957 Cavan win the Ulster Junior Championship for the 17the time easily beating Donegal 3-6 to 2-2 in the Final in Irvinstown. Cavan won the Junior title in 1915-1922,1924,1927 1932 1936 1939 1940-1941,and 1944. Donegal made it a stern contest in the first half with the game tied at 1-2 each at half time before a bigger stronger Cavan team who handled the greasy ball and wet conditions in a robust encounter better than their smaller and lighter opponents. Scorers for Cavan Mick Lynch 1-2 H Carolan 1-0 Padraic Boyle 1-1 Dessie Carolan 0-2 Vincent O Reilly 0-1 Donegal replied through M Gettigan P Ward 1-0 and D Murray 0-1. Cavan Tom McIntyre Jimmy Meehan Cavan Gaels J Farrelly Paul Fitzsimmons Captain D Sheridan Donal Crotty Ballinagh Mick Lynch Butlersbridge James Brady James Brady Kieran McIntyre Jimmy Sheridan Cavan Gaels H Carolan D Boyle Dessie Carolan. Sub V O Reilly for Kieran McIntyre.

Cavan Shamrocks beaten 2-0 by Bord Na Mona in the Longford 7 a side League. Cavan Shamrocks Gerry Maguire Michael Jermyn B Reilly Norman Cinnamond Andy Mohan and Andy McGahon.

Breifne Trophy County Cavan Golf Club where there were 60 competitors representing 8 clubs. Winners A Farrelly off 16 Virginia from the in form but luckless Pat O Neill playing off 14 same score of 69 but beaten on the last three holes. Best Gross F R McNulty playing off 1. Gus Kenny Club Captain returned thanks to the competitors and the Ladies’ Committee who were in charge of the catering. The Tostal Gold Medal was won by Liam Bogue (24) with a 66 while Brendan J Murray was 2^nd playing off 20 with 67, Brendan is the former Down Hurling goalkeeper and is an Accountant with Smith’s Garage.

June 15^th 1956 J P McMullin son of the former Cavan County Surgeon JC McMullin from Woodbine Avenue Stillorgan is appointed Assistant Surgeon at Saint Vincent’s Hospital Dublin.

Marilyn Flately daughter of Mr and Mrs P Flately is awarded a Scholarship to Loreto College for the next five years. She is a former pupil of James Cusack Castletara National School.

Cavan Shamrocks defeat Teffia Celtic 3-2 in the Longford 7 a side tournament after trailing 2-0 at the interval. Andy McGahon scored a great goal just 6 minutes after the interval and Andy Mohan rattled the net again for the Shamrocks while the man of the match Andy McGahon got the winner in the closing seconds.

Death of one of Cavan’s great Churchmen Rev E Maguire DD a native of Blacklion. He was educated at Saint Patrick’s College and Saint Patrick’s Maynooth where he was ordained in 1912.Took his Doctor in Theology in 1915 and was appointed Professor at All Hallows College Dublin until 1919,when like many of his comrades he decided to throw in his lot with the fledgling Maynooth Mission to China founded by his friends Father John Blowick and Bishop Galvin. He served as Administrator of the Australian division until 1925 when he returned to Ireland and was later elected Superior General of the Society. Father Timothy Connolly Superior General and a native of Ballinagh County Cavan was the chief celebrant of the funeral  Mass in Dalgan Park Navan at which the President of Ireland Sean T and Mrs Kelly attended and the clergy were led by Bishop Kyne Bishop of Meath and Bishop Cleary of the Maynooth Mission to China. Interment took place in the Society’s cemetery in Dalgan Park Navan.

June 22^nd  1957 Cavan beat Monaghan in a poor one sided Ulster Senior Football Championship first round tie at Breffni Park 1-12 to 1-5 with Cavan leading at half time by 1-7 to 0-3. After their All Ireland Junior success of 1956 Monaghan were expected to figure prominently in this years’ Championship but only a gift goal at the end and a record number of Cavan wides saved them from a much bigger defeat.

Lila Little eldest daughter of Walter and Mrs Little is awarded a 5 year Scholarship to the Royal School –her teacher is Mrs McGahey NT Cavan Number 1 School.

The Royal School have acquired a new all purpose Square Baler which has already baled 3.000 cocks of hay in the ideal hay making weather now pertaining in the area.

June 29^th 1957 John ‘Yankee’ Murray is elected Chairman of Cavan Urban Council defeating Michael Young Fianna Fail by 4 votes to 3. Tom Fitzpatrick Joe McGovern Johnny Walsh and Johnny Murray voted for Murray while Gerry Kelly outgoing Chairman Nicholas Halligan and Michael Young voted for Young. Johnny Walsh was unanimously elected Vice Chairman.

Cavan Gaels beat Killinkere 3-5 to 1-3 in the 1^st Round of the County Senior Championship in Virginia leading by 1-3 to 0-2 at the interval the Gaels ran out convincing winners and are expected to figure in the closing stages of this their first championship season. Scorers for the Gaels Edwin Carolan 1-2 Paddy Tavey 1-2 Cathal Young 1-0 and Eamonn ‘Buttons’ Brady 0-1.

Patsy Young son of Mrs Young and the late J A Young former farmer and saddler at Upper Main Street is ordained to the Priesthood by Charles McQuaid Archbishop of Dublin and Primate of All Ireland in Saint Patrick’s College Maynooth. Father Young celebrated his first public Mass in the Cathedral of Saints Patrick and Phelim on Tuesday and there was a breakfast held in his honour in the Imperial Hotel where the late Anna O Reilly a member of the Plunkett family was a relation of the young priest’s.

Sympathy is extended to Doctor Benny Sullivan Army Medical Corps Gormanston at their residence in Stamullen.Dr Benny is a member of the well known Sullivan Family Cavan and is brother of Doctor  Jack and the late Tom Sullivan. She leaves 3 young children. Funeral from Stamullen Church to Killygarry Cemetery.

Death of Anne Reilly Rosculligan wife of Michael at the residence of her niece  2 College View. Funeral from the Cathedral to Cullies cemetery.

July 6^th 1957 British Medical Council warn about the dangers of heavy cigarette smoking as it emerges that one in eight smokers will develop lung cancer while the figure for non smokers is 1 in 300. They urge that more research be given to devise ways and means for people who want to ‘kick’ the habit.

Cavan Shamrocks continue their winning form in the Longford and District 7 a side when they beat Longford Wanderers 4-1 with goals from Brendan Reilly 2 Andy Mohan and T Geelan 1 each. Later in the week they beat Longford Rangers 1-0 with a goal near the end from the flying Andy McGahon and have now closed the gap on Chapel Street to 3 points at the top of the League.

Cavan Monaghan Alliance at County Cavan Golf Club with Virginia Belturbet Clones Rossmore and County Cavan represented is comprehensively won by County Cavan with 1^st Jack Binchey (5) and Frank Brady (16) and 2^nd Dr FPE Smith (7) and S Dunne (16). The Book Prize presented by Phil Lawlor resident Professional at County Cavan was won by Dermot Morgan and Tommy Aylmer.

Michael Connolly Church Street and 58 Upper Main Street qualifies as a Chemist at UCD. Michael is eldest son of Tommy Dentist and Mary(Nee Whelan) Chemist 58 Main Street and will work in his parent’s practice.

390 Donors at the Blood Transfusion Service over 2 days at the Protestant Hall organised by Cavan Red Cross.

Philip Cullivan 2^nd eldest son of Joe and Mary Cullivan Cathedral Road and late of College Street is conferred with his B Arch at UCD.

Celebrations for one of Cavan’s legendary Church figures Archdeacon H W Shire with a presentation in the Protestant Hall by the Bishop of Kilmore C J Tyndall. Ordained a Deacon by Bishop Elliott in Manorhamilton Church in 1907, he was Curate Killesher 1907-1908, he was ordained a Priest by Bishop Crozier of Belfast on December 21^st 1908. He served in Aghaloe in the Diocese of Dromore 1908-1913 Swanlinbar 1913-1924 Manorhamilton 1924-1928. Archdeacon Shire was appointed  to the Cavan Union of Churches in 1928. In 1934 he was made a Canon of Triburia. .Appointed Archdeacon of Kilmore by Bishop Hughes in 1943. He has served 8 Bishops 2 in the Diocese of Dromore and 6 in Kilmore 12 Curates in Cavan Parish have come and gone since he joined the Cavan Group in 1928.

July 13^th 1957 Death of Pol McSeain Cornafean at the age of 69. Former Chairman and Secretary of Cavan County Board GAA. Personal friend of Arthur Griffith and Séan MacDiarmada he was one of the original members of Sinn Fein and represented them on Cavan County Council when he was arrested and jailed from 1920-1921, later was released on the signing of the Treaty. The coffin was draped in the tricolour with a Guard of Honour of Old IRA veterans and Cornafean GFC forming a Guard of Honour and members of Cavan teams carrying the coffin to Cornafean Cross. Father Kevin McNamara was the chief celebrant of the Funeral Mass in the Church of the Immaculate Conception Coronea with colleagues firing a volley of shots and a Bugler sounding the Last Post in Coronea Cemetery.

Cavan fail to Derry 1-10 to 1-9 in the Ulster Senior Championship Semi Final in Dungannon despite dominating the game for ¾ of the hour. Derry’s winning point was scored in the 33^rd minute despite very little stoppages in the second half and a draw would have been a fairer result. Cavan contributed to their own downfall by laying back on their early lead and the selectors disrupted the half back line replacing Hubert Gaffney and Donal Kelly in the closing stages by the ineffective Gerry Keyes and Mal Sheils. Cavan Seamus Morris Noel O Reilly Phil ‘Gunner’ Brady Captain Brian O Reilly Hubert Gaffney Tom Maguire  Donal Kelly Mick Lynch Mick Brady Jim McDonnell Seamus Conaty James Brady Victor Sherlock and Charlie Gallagher. Subs Gerry Keyes and Mal Sheils for Hubert Gaffney and Donal Kelly.

Death of Philip Galligan formerly the ‘Eagle Bar’ at his residence Lower George’s Street Dun Laoghaire County Dublin. Founder member of Cavan Agricultural Show, he was a very well known figure in the life of Cavan until he sold the Eagle Bar 10 years ago and bought the thriving ‘Lynch and O Brien’ pub in George’s Street Dun Laoghaire where he was greatly assisted by his son  Patrick. Funeral from Saint Michael’s Church Dun Laoghaire to Dean’s Grange Cemetery.

Patrick Kelly returns to his home at Corravarry Ballyhaise after over 30 years in the USA, he is a brother of Mrs Cissie Ronaghan Town Hall Street.

Death of John Cusack well known cattle dealer Poles. He was known throughout a wide area as he attended fairs over a 40 mile radius. Survived by his wife and family. Funeral from Saint Brigid’s Cemetery Killygarry to the adjoining cemetery.

The members and friends of the Urney Ceilidhe Band make a presentation to Dessie Agnew at a function in the Railway Hotel prior to his emigration to England.

July 20^th 1957 Michael Fogarty CEO Cavan Vocational Education Committee retires to be replaced by Paddy Fleming B Ag a native of Sligo and former School’s Inspector in Cork. He is a former member of the UCG Fitzgibbon Hurling team and was educated at UCG and UCD where he took his degree in Agriculture. Michael Fogarty was one of the great Educators and served as both a Primary Teacher in 1914 and Secondary Teacher from 1916-1922. Educated at UCD and UCG where he took a Degree in Commerce. Headmaster Cavan Technical School his achievements were enormous as he taught typing shorthand and office management to his pupils who were mostly  girls at the time. At no cost to Cavan Technical School he brought the pupils back in the evenings for individual grinds and his name appearing on a Reference was a certainty to obtain any Commercial position for the bearer. He served in the British Army during World War 1 and had a distinguished War record. Married Miss Punch from Limerick whose family are well known in the racing and show jumping world and has retired to live in Limerick. In Cavan he lived on Cootehill Road and built the house where Paddy and Evelyn King now reside in.

Death of Josephine Clerkin formerly Bridge Street and College View at 12 Dickens Road Coventry England. She was wife of Patrick Clerkin and is survived by her husband sons and daughters. Funeral from Lisdoonan Parish Church to the adjoining cemetery.

David S Gillespie is the Royal Scholar following the results of his recent exams at London College of Art. He is son of the famous Fred Gillespie Engineer and Manager of the 1^st  Cavan Electric Company who later worked for the ESB in Cavan.

Garrett Cooney is elected Auditor of the Law Student’s Debating Society of Ireland. Garrett is son of MA Cooney County MOH Lisdarn Cavan.

Patrick McCabe is killed when he falls off his bicycle at Stragelliffe on his way home from Cavan. The Coroner Paddy Cusack Solicitor remarks that “people who ride bicycles with strong front brakes and  no back brakes are in mortal danger of being dislodged from the saddle with serious consequent results”. Patrick McCabe is survived by his brothers sisters and other relatives .Funeral from Saint Brigid’s Church Killygarry to the adjoining cemetery.

July 27^th 1957 Death of Helen Crowe at the residence of her son. She was widow of Frank Crowe  Corlesmore (Pig Dealer) and was mother of Tom Crowe Kilnavara the famous Cavan and Cavan Slashers footballer who won an All Ireland medal in 1933. Known and respected over a wide area she was noted for her charity and hospitality. Survived by her sons and daughters relatives and friends.

Clones stages the first ever Ulster Football Finals without Cavan representation at either Senior or Minor level. Derry play defending Champions Tyrone in the Senior Final while Donegal will play Armagh in the Minor decider.

Cavan Town are held to a 2 all draw in the 7 a side tournament in Longford by table toppers  Chapel United. Brian Reilly and  Andy Mohan scored in each half for Cavan. Team Gerry Maguire D Purdy T Geelan Michael Jermyn Brian Reilly Andy McGahon and Andy Mohan.

Tournament Committee at Cavan Pavilion Chairman George Gear Treasurer Ray Brady Tournament Referee Billy Morris. Committee Margaret Sullivan Ann Sullivan Miriam Hunt Kitty McDonnell Kathleen Elliott and MS Brendan Browne Jerry Lyons Andy McGahon and Sean Connolly. Boy’s Singles Under 21 Brendan Browne beat D O Brien Longford 6-1 1-6 6-3. Girls Singles Under 21 Miriam Hunt beat Helen Gaffney 2-6 6-4 6-3. Brendan Browne beat P McCormack Longford 5-7 6-4 6-2 to take the Boys Under 18 title. Eamonn Marron beat Tony Higgins 6-3 6-1 to take the Boy’s Under 15 Singles. Prizes were later presented by the Chairman George Gear at a Social in the Pavilion.

Clare daughter of Francis and the late Barney Flood leaves for New York.

The report of the Commission into the Pub trade makes wide scale recommendations including extension of the weekday and Sunday  opening hours. Saint Patrick’s Day opening and the abandonment of the widely abused Bona Fida scheme.

Maureen Cosgrove Wolfe Tone Street and Johnny Byrnes Jubilee Terrace team up to win the Old Time Waltz competition in the Town Hall where the Judges were Paddy Masterson Swellan and Jack Norry Postmaster Cootehill.

Death of John Geoghegan Mill Hill Street in Milford Connecticut USA where he emigrated many yeas ago.

Congratulations to two young Cavan footballers Jim McDonnell BA and Doctor Brian Gallagher who secured their degrees at UCD. Both are Cavan Ulster and Combined University stars. Congratulations too to Phil Cullivan Architect and John Crowe MRCVSI Moynehall House who are all past pupils of Saint Patrick’s College.

Harry O Connell and Ina Hickey win the President’s Surgeon Cullen’s Prize at County Cavan Golf Club 2^nd Bob Henderson and Eileen McCarren. In the Match Play Final Edward and Airmid O Hanlon will play Dr Darragh Smith and Ina Hickey.

August 3^rd 1957 On the casting vote of the Chairman John Murray planning permission for a new factory and adjoining  housing development made by Con Smith ‘Smith Estates’ at Cathedral Road are refused by Cavan Urban Council.(Site of the Con A Smith Park)

Tyrone beat Derry 1-09 to 0-10 in the Ulster Final to retain their crown before an attendance of 36,000. Fast open game where Derry failed to take their chances with Jim McKeever ‘lording’ it at midfield. Tyrone led by 1-4 to 0-4 at half time. Seamus Gilheaney Chairman of the Ulster Council GAA presented the Anglo Celt trophy to the winning Tyrone team who will now play Louth in the All Ireland Semi Final at Croke Park. Armagh beat Donegal 3-6 to 0-10 in the Ulster Minor Final having lead at  half time  by 0-6 to 0-3. Jimmy Murphy at midfield for Armagh gave one of the best displays ever seen at this grade in an Ulster Final.

Pat O Neill (13) Sports Editor of the Anglo Celt wins the Cullen Cup at County Cavan Golf Club beating TC Hickey also playing off 13 in the Final.

Death of the inimitable Frank O Rourke Grocer Market Square. Native of County Limerick, Frank spent  a number of years in the USA before returning to Ireland and setting up business in the Market Square (Jenkins). Highly popular Frank was known over a very wide area for his industry and attention to detail. He was a leading member of the FCA during the Emergency. He was married to Teresa McGriskin sister of Charlie Manager and Director of the Magnet Cinema. Survived by his wife Teresa sons Frank Joe Charlie and Kevin. Funeral from the Cathedral to Killygarry cemetery.

Geraldine Conaty daughter of Mrs and the late John F Conaty Cavan qualifies as an SRN at Halifax Hospital England. 

Michael Rafferty who is emigrating to England is the recipient of a wallet of notes presented by Michael Donnelly on behalf of Michael’s many friends in the Pavilion Musical Society. Music by Tom McCusker and Tommy Cullivan with musical items from the many members present.

August 10^th 1957 Cavan Shamrocks who went 2 goals down after only 10 minutes play bounce back to beat league leaders Chapel Street in the Longford 7 a Side competition in Longford. Scorers for Cavan Andy Mohan 3 Brendan Reilly and Gene Cullivan 1 each. Team Gerry Maguire Brendan Reilly Tom Grehan P Fitzsimmons Andy Mohan Andy McGahon and Gene Cullivan.

Cavan fail to Cork 1-7 to 0-8 in the All Ireland Junior Championship Semi Final at the Athletic Grounds Cork. Cavan led by 0-3 to 0-2 at half time and were in the game until Cork scored a late goal by Troy after the Cavan selectors had a ‘brain storm’ and replaced Cavan’s 2 best players Hugh Barney O Donoghoe and H D Boyle. Cavan Tom McIntyre Paul Fitzsimmons Captain Anthony Keyes P Fitzpatrick Donal Crotty Eddie Sheridan John Brady Hugh Barney Donoghoe Con Smith S Drumm E O Reilly B Cullen P McNally and HD Boyle.

A O Sullivan (18) beats JD Ormsby (24) in the O Hanlon Cup Final while Tommy Aylmer and  Richard McCarthy beat  Harry O Connell and Frank Brady in the Fourball Match Play Final at County Cavan Golf Club.

Death of John Kelly one of the area’s oldest citizens at over 90. He was the Wayman at Great Southern Railways for over 50 years.  Predeceased by his wife he is survived by family and relatives. Father James J O Reilly Adm officiated at the funeral from the Cathedral to Drumcor cemetery.

Brendan Browne is selected on the Ulster Junior Inter Provincial team. He is son of William Browne MA Cathedral Road Professor in Saint Patrick’s College.

Brilliant performance by Tommy Cullivan as he heads the list of Honours in Saint Patrick’s College Leaving Cert results achieving 6 Honours and a pass in Maths and History. Liam O Hanlon achieved 5 Honours while Kevin O Rourke also achieved 5 Honours despite suffering the loss of  his father during the exams. Future Cardinal Archbishop of Armagh Sean Brady also achieved a sparkling 5 Honours with a pass in Maths.

August 17^th 1957 Cavan Urban Council are stunned by the news that both Arthur Fagan Solicitor and Sean Magee Merchant Bridge Street are to resign and leave Cavan for Belfast and Canada respectively. Robert Simpson Saint Patrick’s Terrace will replace Arthur Fagan while Paddy Conaty defeated Seamus Gilheaney for the position left vacant by Sean Magee. Later Seamus denies strenuously that he ever gave permission for his name to go forward and would not have taken up the post if elected !

Timothy Beggs makes his competitive  debut for Count Cavan Tennis Club in their match against Fermanagh at Enniskillen but Timothy was beaten by G Longfurt 6-0 6-3 while Bill Flannery won his match 6-2 6-3. other competitor included Jack Halpin A McLoughlin Mrs Flannery Mrs Cole Helen Gaffney and Mrs Reardon.

Death of the very popular highly respected Susan Molloy Behey. Survived by her husband Patrick son Tommy and daughter Kathleen. Father James J O Reilly Adm officiated at the funeral from the Cathedral to Cullies cemetery.

Jackson’s Garage Staff annual outing to Salthill leaves Cavan with John Brady on the Accordion and Mel Doherty on the drums making the journey shorter in one of the Company’s own private buses.

Boy Scouts on the annual camp in Kilkee County Clare collect in Athlone and Ballinasloe with their famous Boy Scout’s Accordion Band providing the entertainment. They stayed over in Ballinasloe before resuming their long journey and collections on their way to Kilkee.

August 24^th 1957 Shock move as the British Army move in to seal off all border roads in the are by way of 10 foot steel spikes across the roads making journey by car on unapproved roads impossible. Clones completely cut off from its hinterland with Spikes at Legakelly and Roslea Road while Redhills is also badly affected with many people cut off from their  neighbours and local shops. Other secondary roads in the area are blown up and now have large craters making journeys impossible except by long detours as the Authorities seek to curtail the threat from I R A bombers and gunmen.

Cavan Gaels clash with Cootehill in the Semi Final of the County Cavan Senior Championship in Virginia. The Gaels have an all star line up including Eddie Quinn Jimmy ‘Inky’ Sheridan Paddy Tavey Castleblayney Larry Gillen and Colm Smith Longford Sean Keogan Harry Dowd and Jimmy Meehan.

August 24^th 1957 Legion of Mary Pilgrimage to Knock tickets for train adults 22/- and children 13/6 dining car ambulance car included. On arrival in Ballyhaunis pilgrims will travel by bus to Knock. Enquires Annie McGrail Mrs Reilly the Regal Miss McCabe Connolly Street .

Michael Conlon former Town Clerk of Cavan is appointed Secretary Tipperary South Riding County Council. Michael a brilliant sportsman is married to Kitty McDonald Tower Hamlet Cavan.

2^nd Scholarship to Loreto College for Marilyn Flately Drumohan Castletara while John Edward Eamonn McCormack Tullac Mongan is awarded a scholarship to Saint Patrick’s College tenable for 5 years. Eamonn is son of Tommy and Maisie McCormack Tullac Mongan Cavan and is a former star pupil at the Poor Clare Convent and De La Salle School. 

Olive C O Reilly is appointed to London County Council. Daughter of Mrs Rita O Reilly formerly Stragelliffe.  Olive is a past pupil of Loreto College and Crubany National School.

August 31^st 1957 Disaster soundings by Nicholas Halligan an employee of Great Northern Railways as he warns the Council of the disastrous consequences of the closure of the passenger service at Cavan Railway Station by GNR. Nicholas rightly predicts that it is the thin edge of the wedge and that the Goods Service will soon follow with both GNR and CIE pulling out of Cavan altogether in the next few years. GNR presently pay out wages of £423 per week in Cavan and while some of the employees will be offered positions in Dublin the bulk of the staff will be made redundant. Joe McGovern deplores the lack of action of the Council in accepting this situation without  howls of protest as witnessed in other centres throughout the area. P J Quinn the last Station Master in Cavan was later to say that “the people of Cavan allowed this tragedy to happen without so much as a whimper”. Indeed when the last passenger train pulled out of Cavan there was very few there to witness the historic occasion apart from a party of Railway Enthusiasts from Enniskillen who bought the last tickets to Loreto Junction.

Cavan Gaels are defeated 5-9 to 4-5 in the Semi Final of the Senior Championship in Virginia where conditions were deplorable with Cootehill having first advantage of the howling gale and leading at the interval by 5-5 to the Gaels’ 2-1. The Gaels fought back in the 2^nd half  and despite scoring a last minute penalty Cootehill defended tenaciously to book their place in the Final against Bailieboro. Gaels John ‘Foley’ O Rourke Jimmy Sheridan Colm Smith Hughie Doonan Jimmy Meehan Sean Keogan Eddie Quinn Larry Gillen M Conaty Cathal Young Pat Tavey John Ris?? Tom McNamara Edwin Carolan Eamonn Brady.  

Central Café Bridge Street proprietors Sean and Francesco McManus “specialising in expresso coffee ices fish and chips. Special Fair Day 3 Course Lunch open from 9.30 am to 11.30 pm. Music with your meal from special up to date juke box”.

Over 600 on the Legion of Mary Pilgrimage to Knock including 70 invalids of which 13 were stretcher cases. Rev J J O Reilly Adm accompanied the pilgrims. Dr P J Watters and 10 nurses from Lisdarn and Saint Phelim’s ministered to the sick.

50 Cavan Boy Scouts with John Donohoe Scoutmaster enjoy their Camp in Kilkee County Clare where the Band  played at the annual Muintir  Na Tire Day in Ennis taking up a record collection that defrayed all expenses.

Val McGovern Military Row and Jerome Casey Cootehill Road pupils of the De La Salle School win Scholarships to Saint Patrick’s College.

Sean Bergin on behalf of his many friends in the Cavan Players makes a presentation of a wallet of notes to Michael Donnelly Hibernian Bank  who is going on promotion to Monaghan at a Social in the Pavilion. He is a long time star of both the Pavilion Pantomimes and  the Cavan Players.

Jim Scanlon winning all his games is awarded the silver medal at the Irish Chess Championships. There were over 150 competitors and Cavan was represented by J P Mansfield Michael Harding Jim Scanlon and Eddie McDwyer NT Ballinagh.

Death of the legendary Doctor Thomas Plunkett Kilnaleck and late of Mullahoran where he was born and reared. Educated at Loughduff  NS Saint Mels  Longford  and the National University of Ireland. He was Medical Officer to the Cavan team for many years including 1933 and 1935 when Cavan won the All Ireland Senior title. Funeral took place from Kilnaleck Church to Crosserlough cemetery.

 

September 7^th 1957 Father AB McGrath on behalf of the Apostolic Society makes a presentation of Mass Vestments  in the Ulster Arms to recently ordained Father Pat Donohoe who is  setting out for the Missions in Korea next week as part of the Maynooth Mission to China team. He is eldest son of Johnny and Alice Donohoe Bridge Street.

Girls Club on their annual outing to Bundoran where they enjoyed lunch and tea in the Hollyrood Hotel. The party left Cavan at 9.30 AM and returned home at 11 PM after a most enjoyable day with the weather warm and sunny.

Cavan UDC pass a vote of sympathy with the wife and family of the late Michael J Galligan former Manager of Providers. Proprietor with his wife of the famous Galligan Stationary Supplies Connolly Street he was very prominent in the business life of Cavan for many years.

Kilkenny win an epic All Ireland beating a gallant Waterford team 4-10 to 3-12 before an attendance of 70,964 who paid gate receipts of £8,428. For the parade Kilkenny lined out with 16 men John Gregson the lead actor in the film ‘Rooney’ lining out in the Kilkenny colours as scenes from the game were superimposed into the film where Gregson was the hero who rescues Kilkenny !

Cavan Shamrocks are defeated by Wolves 3-0 in the Final of the Leader 7 a Side Tournament in Longford. Out of luck against superior opposition, Cavan never recovered from missing a penalty early in the game.

Death of the legendary Michael J Galligan Cathedral Road and late of Connolly Street after a short illness. Manager of Providers since its foundation in 1946, he was also a director of the Company that included Patrick Gaffney BE Latt Con P Smith and JJ Smith well known property developer. Born in Carrickabawn Crosskeys in the Parish of Denn. Very enthusiastic charismatic character he was always the welcoming face and voice in Providers and his pleasant good humoured nature endeared him to both customers suppliers and staff. Prominent member of Saint Vincent De Paul CYMS Saint Joseph’s Young Priests Society and the Confraternity. He was an ever present at all games in Breffni Park and never missed a big game in Croke Park. Michael J Galligan one of Cavan’s foremost business personalities is survived by his wife Maura sons Adge and Sean and brother Rev Brother Crispin OFM Athlone. Father Joseph Dolan officiated at the funeral where the Cathedral was packed to capacity and over 100 cars joined in the cortege to Killygarry cemetery.

The famous Harry B Dawson is on holidays with his brother Jimmy at Keadue Lodge and was a welcome visitor to the Anglo Celt Office in Church Street with his niece Dympna. Harry is a Personnel Officer in Saint Bartholomew’s Hospital and was last home in 1948.

Pamela Clarke Saint Brigid’s Terrace and Peggy Donegan Tullac Mongan are the recipients of a presentation from their friends at a Social in the Railway Hotel. Both girls are returning to the USA after spending 4 months at home with  their families and friends in Cavan. Patricia O Neill Saint Felim’s Place is emigrating with them for the first time. Music by Des Jenkins with Tolly O Donnell Ulster’s Louis Armstrong on vocals.

September 14^th 1957 Over 2,300 entries at the very successful Cavan Show despite the dreadful weather. Sultana Cake Mrs T Brady Main Street, Plum Cake Mrs F Mulligan Drumgola, Current Cake and Griddle Cake Mrs Mary Lyons Drumlark, Soda Bread Mrs RS Black Church Street, Pot of Strawberry Jam Mrs J A Dawson Keadue Lodge, Tray of Pastries Mrs B Donohoe Abbey Street , Rhubarb Jam Mrs John Kenny Crossdoney Children’s Hand Sewn Frock Mother Abbes Poor Clare Convent, Rug Making with old rags Joan Cusack Shankill Cavan.

Opening today the 14^th September 1957 Connolly’s Shoe Store. The proprietor is Thomas A Connolly (Toggy) late of Grafton Street Dublin. He is son of T J Dentist and Mary MPSI 58 Upper Main Street Cavan.

Bailieborough cause an upset when they defeat Cootehill by 0-9  to 0-8 in the Senior County Championship Final at Breffni Park. Bailieborough’s 3^rd title having last won in 1952 and 1911. Bailieborough led by 0-5 to 0-3 at the interval in a close marking hard hitting encounter where Cootehill fought back in the closing stages to almost snatch a replay. Gate Receipts were £186 and M McArdle Louth was a most efficient referee.

County Cavan Tennis Club Open Week Men’s Singles G Clarke Dublin beat MG Vale Dublin 6-2 10-8 Mrs A Clarke Belfast is the Ladies’ champion beating Mrs Taylor Omagh  6-1 6-1. Cyril Anderson Royal School Tournament Referee and his Committee worked tirelessly to once again stage a magnificent tournament despite the atrocious weather conditions . The tournament is rated the leading lawn tennis competition in the North East.

Father Joe Dolan and Father AB McGrath lead the congregation at the Visitation and Benediction at Killygarry cemetery.

Eoin Brady is returning to New York to meet up with his sister Betty after spending many years with his grand parents Mr and Mrs Tommy Smith Rossa Place. Eoin was educated at the De La Salle Cavan and Saint Mary’s College Dundalk.

September 21^st 1957 End of the Road for GNR and the Erne Bus Services as the last trains pull out of Cavan and Clones. The Erne Bus Service operated from Enniskillen to Clones and the last bus was driven by Pat Cadden with Desmond Cox as Conductor. It was over 21 years in service and served the outlying areas not served by the trains. The bus was met in Clones by a huge crowd as it tooted its horns in salute for the last time. It was a valuable and efficient service and all passengers were known by their names. The last ticket was purchased by Mary Sherry Newbliss. Clones will become a Ghost town when the GNR station closes with the present 94 employees reduced to 10. The Station pays out over £1,000 in wages each week and contributes £800 in Rates and Water Charges to Clones UDC each year.

September 28^th 1957 Patrician Society meets in Gannon’s Hall with Gerard M Lovett speaking on ‘Spiritual works of Mercy’ Michael O Hara ‘Emigration’ Paddy Adams on ‘ Moral Aspects of Emigration’ and Sean Bergin ‘Corporal Works of Mercy ‘ .

Congratulations to Tommy Cullivan and Liam O Hanlon who have both been awarded Scholarships to UCD on the results of their Leaving Certificate. Tommy is son of Joe and Mary Cullivan Cathedral Road while Liam is son of Bill and Beezie O Hanlon Saint Mary’s Terrace.

October 5th 1957 Tragic death of Sean Donohoe 9 College Street at Cavan Bus Station on Saturday night. 14 year old Sean the youngest of the Donohoe  family had been helping his father all evening and earlier had accompanied him to Kells and Ballinagh before the last trip of the day to Belturbet with Henry Smith Conductor exiting at the Diamond Belturbet to leave just Michael Donohoe and his son Sean on the last return trip to Cavan due at the Station at 11.50 pm. Michael Donohoe later was to state in evidence to a Jury that “Sean was on board the bus as he entered the Bus Yard but unknownst to him had alighted before the bus stopped and the  next he saw of his youngest son was when he was turning the bus and pinned up against the fence at the Brother’s School side”. His daughter Kathleen also stated that “she was in the house in College Street when she heard the bus coming in and she went to collect her father and Sean only to see Sean on the ground with blood coming from his head and her father in distraught shocked state. She immediately ran to Bridge Street Corner where Tim O Riordan and Noel Smith were present and when informed of the accident rushed to their assistance but Sean was  pronounced dead on admission to Cavan Surgical Hospital where Father James J O Reilly Adm administered the Last Rites”. Rosary recited at the Hospital on Monday as the remains were removed to the Cathedral with Sean’s colleagues in Cavan Technical School forming a Guard of Honour at both the removal and funeral where they walked on both sides of the hearse. Father Joe Dolan CC officiated at the Funeral Mass in the packed Cathedral while interment took place in Cullies cemetery. Sean is survived by his father Michael ‘Mick Bunnoe’ Sean Donohoe is survived by his sisters Kathleen Josephine and Gertie McPhilips brothers Jim Michael Connie Val and Joe. At the inquest held in the Surgical George V Maloney represented GNR and the Donohoe family. RS Black Foreman Donal Brady Robert J Mackeral George Morris Phil Gargan and Michael McDonald ‘The Hub Bar’. After hearing the medical evidence that death was due to a fracture of the base of the skull incurred when Sean Donohoe was crushed between a bus and a wall the Coroner adjourned the Inquest.

Cormore powered by the famous Brady family win the Junior Championship Final in Breffni Park beating Belturbet by 4-3 to 1-8. Cormore got off to a flying start scoring 3 goals in the first 5 minutes and led by 4-2 to 0-2 at the interval. Cormore Paddy Smith John Joe Brady Christy Morris Philip Brady Jim McCabe Joe Mulligan Mikey Barren James Brady Sean Sorahan Gerry Connolly John P Burns John Charles Smith PJ Smith Tony McKiernan and Jimmy Smith . 

Presentation of a wallet of notes to Jim Smith Manager of the Ulster Arms Bar by his many friends  prior to his emigration to England after a number of years distinguished service.

Two special buses convey the 84 orphans and staff on their annual outing to Gormanston. The children were treated to lunch in the nearby Poor Clare Convent before enjoying a wonderful day playing on the beach.

Father James J O Reilly Adm and Father Patrick J Gargan officiate at the annual visitation to Cullies cemetery where the Rosary was recited and Father JJ O Reilly addressed the capacity crowd thanking each of them for their continuing support in tidying the plots and the general grounds which were resplendent for the occasion.

Cavan Bridge Club N/S Mr and Mrs Arnold E/W Jim Leonard and John Marron.

Tommy McEvoy formerly of College Street and an outstanding member of Cavan CBSI is appointed Scoutmaster of the 5^th Saint Patrick’s Troop Hayward Heath Sussex England.

Last Passenger Steam Train pulls out of Cavan with only a small number of passengers on board and hardly anybody to bid them a last farewell as they set out on the last poignant journey to Clones. The Driver was Samuel Lee and  Joseph McMahon both from Clones while the Guard was Brendan Mulvaney Cavan. Among the passengers were 40 Railway enthusiasts from Enniskillen members of the Railway Club of  England who bought tickets for the last trip to Loreto Junction and were offering premium prices for all sorts of Railway memorabilia. P J Quinn Station Master states that “the staff are in no mood to celebrate as the general public don’t’ seem to care and those that are not offered accommodation in other destinations will be all made redundant”. In contrast Clones turned out in their thousands to bid a fond farewell to the last GNR steam train to Enniskillen and  Belfast. Fog horns and small explosives were set off as the train slowly pulled out of the devastated Clones Station for the last time. Michael McCrossan General Manager W Thompson the Driver and J McAllister the Guard on the last train with hundreds bidding them a last fond farewell after over 100 years service to the Community of Clones .There are 94 people employed at Clones Station and this number will be reduces to 12 over the next few months.

October 12^th 1957 The Russians win the race into space with Sputnik 1 which orbits the earth at 18,000 mph and is the size of a football 560 miles up in space. Tracking stations on VHF frequency report a clear signal from the Sputnik with Paddy Smith 7 Cootehill Road EI 9J hoping that it does not continue to cause interference on the Short Wave Band.

Cavan News Items etc

October 19^th  1957 Clive Anderson Royal School appeals to all rugby players to be at the pitch in Kilnavara and to forward cash with order for International tickets. First come first served.

Death of Thomas Meehan Alackan Cavan. Survived by his sisters relatives and friends. Funeral from Saint Brigid’s Church Killygarry to the adjoining cemetery.

Father Patrick Gaffney President Saint Patrick’s College is elected Chairman of the Headmaster’s Association of Ireland.

Sympathy is extended to Ina McEntee wife of Hugh Saint Phelim’s Place on the death of her sister Rev Sister Anselem. She is formerly Ina Kennedy from Galway and the family are highly respected all over the West of Ireland.

Cavan Bridge N/S Father PJ Gargan and Mrs Mansfield E/W Tom Hickey and Jim Leonard .

October 26^th 1957 P N Smith President Cavan Show Committee reports that the income at this year’s record breaking show was £782- 16-4 while the expenditure was £726. Lot of complaints from the ladies present about the unfairness of having to compete against exhibitors using the new knitting machines . After a long heated discussion it was decided to introduce 2 competitions in the knitting section one for needles and one for machines with  the use of machines strictly policed by the judges.

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Presentation to Des McDonald BE who is returning to his native Dundalk from Cavan. The presentation on behalf of his many friends was made by Solicitor Stephen Keaveney.

CYMS Whist Top Score Mrs J Morris (The Guy) Ivy Cottage Farnham Road. 1^st Lady Kathy Murphy 2^nd Lady Josephine McEntee and AM O Reilly. 1^st Gent Michael Clarke Swellan 2^nd Gent H L Smyth.

Frankie Cinnamond a member of the Aylesbury Club in Dublin is selected on the Leinster team to play Ulster in  Belfast. He is son of Mr and Mrs Edward Cinnamond Church Street.

Tommy Aylmer playing off 13 beats Willie O Hanlon off 8 in the Final of the Farnham Cup at County Cavan Golf Club.

November 2^nd 1957 Sudden death of Michael Clarke 19 Saint Patrick’s Terrace at 10 am Mass in the Cathedral on Sunday last. He was a Bus Driver with GNR and was in his usual good form but collapsed at Mass and was dead on admission to Cavan Surgical Hospital. He was an outstanding card player and only last week won 1^st Gent at Cavan CYMS Whist which he attended each Sunday night. He is survived by his wife Maureen a member of the Graham family and a young family. Funeral from the Cathedral to Cullies cemetery.

Cavan Gaels beat Mullahoran in the Senior League in Mullahoran 2-5 to 0-3 where hard knocks were given and taken in atrocious weather conditions with the game finishing in a downpour. Colm Smith was man of the match at full back while ‘Foley’ O Rourke in goals was sound throughout. Larry Gillen and Cathal Young held sway at midfield all through while in attack Brendan Dunne and Sean Galligan were very prominent. The referee was Packy Newman Ballyhaise.

Rita O Reilly Stragella is appointed to London County Council. She was educated at Crubany NS and Loreto College and is daughter of Mrs Rita O Reilly and the late James O Reilly Stragella.

William Browne gives the Recital at Cavan Gramophone Society and next week the Recital will be given by Father A B McGrath.

November 9^th 1957 Sputnik 2 with live dog ‘Laika’ on board captures the imagination of the world circling the earth every 103 minutes at a speed of 18,000 miles per hour. Rose Meehan of Bridge Street and Brigid McGauran two night nurses at Saint Joseph’s Hospital give a clear description of seeing the Sputnik for over 15 minutes on a frosty clear night with visibility perfect detailing the description of the Sputnik being” brighter than the stars with a trail of dim lights trailing behind like sparks”.

‘Prince Olly’ wins the Irish Greyhound Puppy Derby at Shelbourne  Park in a time of 30.11. He was formerly owned by Paddy Gaffney ‘Ardeevin’ Latt who sold him to his present owner George Flindham from England. He was originally owned by Vincent Cosgrove of Inishmore Butlersbridge and will continue on his racing career in England.

William Daly Cavan is the lucky winner of a Pye Continental TV in the Motor Economy test at Smith’s Garage with John Keogan 2^nd winning a Parker Pen. Dympna Martin Bridge Hotel wins a silver tea service and George Kennedy Ballyhaise wins a Philips Electric Shaver. The winner driving an Austin A35 achieved an incredible 87 miles to the gallon on his final run.

Death of Margaret J Rutherford Heath View widow of JW Rutherford and regular contributor to ‘ Poet’s Corner’ in the Anglo Celt. She is survived by her  sister  AM Mee ‘ Fort View’ Farnham Road.

Funeral from Kilmore Cathedral to the adjoining cemetery.

Death of Fred Reid Derrycramph a very popular and highly respected member of the Communinty. He was a long time member of Cavan Show Society. Funeral from Kilmore Cathedral to the adjoining cemetery.    

Tony O Dowd 14 year old son of Terry and Mrs O Dowd Saint Phelim’ s Place is the winner and 1^st place in the Walkers Hohner competition in the Mansion House Dublin. The Cavan Agents are Smyth’s 60 Main Street Cavan.

Social and presentation to Tommy Goldrick Social Welfare Cavan who has been appointed Inspector for Louth Meath Westmeath Cavan Monaghan and North County Dublin. The presentation was made at a packed Town Hall by Dr Brian Galligan and Tommy will be replaced by Paddy Duffy Marahill Ballinagh who is a well known member of the FCA.

November 16^th 1957 Drop in population in all areas of Ireland apart from Dublin continues. The present population of the Republic of Ireland is 2,898,264 a drop of 2.2% or 62,329 since the last Census.

Historic picture in the Anglo Celt this week of Gerry Kelly UDC Jim Brady and Noel Egan all members of the one family examining the first copy of the Anglo Celt printed on the new Rotchild Printing Press which now enables the Celt to easily publish photographs for the first time.

Death of the famous Patrick Scallan Drumbo. Impresario and Concert artiste . Former Caretaker of the Town Hall. He organised numerous celebrity concerts with artistes appearing from all over the world. He had a fine tenor voice and specialised in the singing of numbers made famous by the late Count John McCormack. He was a most valued member of the Old and New Cathedral Choir under Fathers William Buchanan and the recently deceased May Roche Church Street. He was a staunch member of the Ancient Order of Hibernians and was a life time member of the Holy Family Confraternity in the Cathedral. He is survived by 1 sister and a nephew. Funeral from the Cathedral to Cullies Cemetery.

Parochial Bazaar where there was over £500 worth of goods to be won is very well supported. With Gerry Lovett MC and Father James J O Reilly Adm returning thanks for the outstanding support of the parishioners.

Flu epidemic hits the area forcing the De La Salle and Poor Clare Convent to close for almost 2 weeks.

Death of John Collins farmer Corahoe brother of Father Bernard Collins California. Funeral from the Cathedral to Cullies cemetery.

Death of Mary Maguire Wolfe Tone Street widow of the late Patrick Maguire. She was highly respected and well known over a wide area. Survived by her 2 sons and 2 daughters. Funeral from the Cathedral to Cullies cemetery.

Sean Woods Saint Phelim’s Place broadcasting from Radio Eireann on the accordion plays a selection of Irish airs and reels and jigs that thrilled the nation. Sean’s programme included ‘Killimer’ ‘The Land and the Strand’ ‘The Copper Plate’ ‘Woman of the House’ and ‘The Green Gates’.

November 23^rd 1957 Sudden death of Senator Sean Moylan Clontarf Minister for Agriculture at the age of 68. Member of the Fianna Fail Government since 1937. He took an active part in the War of Independence. Funeral from Saint Anthony’s Church Clontarf.

Death of the legendary Thomas Conaty Crossdoney Road Ballinagh at the age of 100 and 1 day. Father Larry Corr presented the President’s cheque for £5 to Thomas on his birthday. Perfect health all his life he worked as a Tailor until he was 90 and read the paper each day without the aid of glasses. Struck down a week ago with the prevalent flu virus which has closed many schools and business houses. He was a 1^st cousin of Bishop  Nicholas Conaty who built Saint Patrick’s College in 1886. He was a cousin of Bridie M Smith Historian who was employed in the Anglo Celt. Survived by his daughters MS M Gaynor Garrymore K Walsh Bellville Ballinagh and Mrs Edward Brady Ballinagh and 27 grandchildren and 23 great grandchildren.

Saint Patrick’s College Past Pupils Union AGM in the Gresham Hotel Chairman JJ Smith Secretary Michael Gilheaney Treasurer Tom Ryan and Gerry O Reilly. Committee Father Dan Breen CC Kilcullen Michael Fay Oliver J Finlay J Doran O Reilly Patrick Shaffrey Owen Daly John P Neary Seamus Conaty Vincent Lynch and P McDonald. Preparations are underway for the annual Dinner in Saint Patrick’s College on the 24^th November and the annual Dinner Dance in the Gresham Hotel on the 22^nd January 1958.

Collette Ann Margaret Kelly formerly of Saint Phelim’s Place Cavan marries Benjamin Henry Kelly a native of the Isle of Man in a glittering ceremony in Sutton Down Lincolnshire. The Bride is daughter of Patrick and Mrs Kelly 20 Saint Phelim’s Place Cavan.

Cavan At Home Week to take place in January 1958 Chairman Father James J O Reilly Adm Vice Chairman Tom Hickey Secretary Nellie McIntyre Treasurer Jack Ahearn. Committee Miss Maggie McCabe Bell Power Jim Scanlon Joe Duffy Paddy McNamara Tom Fitzpatrick Dr Brian J Galligan Brother Cyril and Fathers Tom Halton and A B McGrath.

Paul Curran Accountant in Providers is the recipient of a presentation at a Social in the Farnham Hotel  made on behalf of his many friend by Gerry Lovett as he  returns to take up a similar position in his  native Louth.

Death of Peter McGauran Creighan well known highly respected in the Community. Survived by his nephews and nieces. Funeral from the Cathedral to Saint Brigid’s cemetery Killygarry.

CYMS  Whist Top Score Joe Kenny Owen Roe 1^st Lady M Gillen 2^nd Lady Mrs JM McCabe 1^st Gent Joe Brady 2^nd Gent Jerome Casey Best Last Quarter Frank Fitzpatrick.

Death of Richard ‘Dick’ Tilson Derryheen. Well known farmer he was  very well known in Cavan and surrounding Counties. Survived by  his brother relatives and friends. Funeral following Service in Derryheen Church.

November 30^th 1957 Paddy Smith Minister for Local Government is appointed Minister for Agriculture to succeed the late Senator Sean Moylan. Neal Blayney takes over from Paddy Smith at the Department of Agriculture and Social Welfare. Paddy Smith is a member of Dail Eireann since 1923 and farms extensively at Drumnane Cootehill. He was Minister for Agriculture in 1947-1948 and was formerly a Parliamentary Secretary at the Department of the Taoiseach and Agriculture. Neal Blayney took over as TD for East Donegal on the death of his father Neal in 1955. He is a member of Donegal County Council since 1948.

Father Torlac O Reilly sings ‘ The Salute to the Pope ‘ at the Annual General Meeting and Dinner of the Past Pupils Union in the College where Benediction was imparted by Bishop Quinn assisted b y Fathers James Carroll and Frank McKiernan.

Death of Margaret McGowan Butlersbridge widow of the late Patrick McGowan. She is survived by her sons daughter and brothers. Funeral from Saint Aidan’s Church Butlersbridge to Annagh cemetery.

Death of Agnes ?? wife of John Innisbeg Butlersbridge. Survived by her husband and sons. Funeral from Saint Aidan’s Church to the New cemetery Butlersbridge.

Social and presentation to Mrs M Smith NT Killyconnin School on the occasion of her retirement by the local branch of Cavan INTO. She was presented with a silver tea service by Molly Finnegan Secretary of the branch with music by the Des Jenkins Orchestra.

Gramophone Society recital this week in the Farnham Hotel by W S Johnston next week by Kathleen Brady Town Hall Street.

Bridge Club N/S Jim Rafter and J P Mansfield E/w Tommy McCormick and Father Frank McKiernan.

December 7^th 1957 Pictured is Peter J Fitzpatrick on his first day as County Registrar in the Courthouse. He succeeds Patrick J McKenna Coleman Road who retired in October. Peter was educated at Killeshandra NS Saint Patrick’s College Cavan and qualified as a Solicitor at UCD in 1934 obtaining the 2^nd highest marks in the country. He commenced practicing in Belturbet in 1935 building an extensive practice. One of a family of 8 he is a brother of Dr MA McDwyer Consultant Physician Lancashire Dr AD McDwyer Leinster Road Rathmines Dublin P J McDwyer Secretary Dublin Chamber of Commerce Edward J McDwyer NT Ballinagh Miss MG McDwyer Four Courts Dublin Mrs Wright Dartmouth Square Dublin and the late T B McDwyer former Saint Patrick’s College and Ulster footballer.

Thomas A Maloney is appointed to the Board of Ryan Rent A Car. Tom who is  24 and resides at ‘Drumbar’ Ardmahon Well Road Cork will head up the Cork Division of the Company. He is son of George V and Eileen Maloney Farnham Street Cavan.

Cavan rugby team to play Portlaoise at Kilnavara M Dwyer Ken Cinnamond A Scott P Storey Niall Walsh J Phelan Captain Derek Morris George Maloney J O Riordan Norman Moore Phil Cullivan Richard Black Sean Woods and Teddy McCormack.

Garret Cooney will preside at the inaugural address given by Justice Conor A Maguire to the Law Society at Kings Inna Dublin. In attendance will be John A Costello former Taoiseach. Garrett is son of MA Cooney MOH Lisdarn Cavan.

Brendan O Riordan National Museum will deliver the lecture at the next meeting of Cumainn Seanchais Bhreifne .

Cavan Bridge Club N/S Surgeon PD Maloney and Airmid O Hanlon E/W Mr and Cyril Arnold.

December 14^th1956 Kilmore Hall Fancy Dress Prettiest Audrey Richmond Most Original Nelson Heaslip Most Humorous John Armstrong Most Topical Valerie Pratt Best Advertisement Violet Heaslip. Rev Canon Turkington Was MC while the Judges were Lord Farnham and Mrs Caruthers while Myrtle Henderson was on the piano.

Edward Maguire from Carrigallen will take over the Erne Bus Service where he worked as a driver for many years . He has also purchased a bus which can be hired for outings and pilgrimages.

Garda Patrick Tully promoted to the rank of Sergeant served as a   Garda in Redhills from 1948 before coming to Cavan in 1955. Native of Crosakiel Kells County Meath.  He is a former playing member of Belturbet Rory O Moore’s and Cavan Slashers. He was on the Cavan County Junior team in 1947.

Jimmy Stafford who is employed with McDonnell’s Bakery 61 Main Street and is a native of Drogheda makes a presentation to Eamonn Kingston who has been called to the Garda Depot for training at a very enjoyable Social in the Pavilion.

Irish Debating Society 1958 President Phil Ruddy Chairman Dr Brian Galligan Treasurers Mrs Carr and Bernard Stacey BA Cathedral Road Secretary Phil Lawlor and Assistant Secretary Seamus White.

Death of Brigid Smith Breffni Terrace after a long illness born with fortitude and courage. Father AB McGrath officiated at the funeral from the Cathedral to Cullies cemetery.

December 21^st 1957 Cavan CYMS 1958 President Gerry Lovett Vice President Tommy J Connolly Treasure Phil Lawlor Secretary Anselem Lovett Committee Joe Higgins Charlie Leddy Larry Burke H L Smyth and Eugene Monaghan. The Secretary reported that there were now 60 members of the Branch and that there was a

Credit balance of £39-19-0. The Committee decided to make enquires re joining the parent body of the  National Associations of CYMS Ireland.

Jack Halpin Cavan is appointed Vice President of the Incorporated Law Society of Ireland.

George V Maloney Junior ‘The Bungalow’ Drumconnick is commissioned as a Second Lieutenant FCA by Major General Liam Egan Eastern Command at a ceremony at Cathal Brugha Barracks Dublin. George a qualified Solicitor recently joined his father’s practice in Cavan is son of George V and Eileen Maloney Farnham Street Cavan and is very well known in musical rugby boxing and swimming circles.

Andy Breslin makes a presentation to David Cullen on behalf of his many friends at a function in the Railway Hotel. David is emigrating to England.

Hen turkeys fetch 4/- to 4/2 per lb while cocks are selling at 3/6 and geese are very plentiful at 2/- to 2/6 per lb.

Noel O Reilly Jim McDonnell Brian Gallagher James Brady and Tom Maguire are Cavan’s representatives on the Ulster team to play Munster in the Railway Cup Semi Final at Breffni Park in February 1958.

December 28^th 1957 Cavan Schools GAA Board Chairman Seamus Gilheaney Secretary Brother Cyril Treasurer Father P J Gargan CC Registrar Father Patrick Mallon Saint Patrick’s College.

Presentation by Dr MA Cooney in the Farnham Hotel to Edward Flood Abbey Street as he leaves Cavan to retire to Roscommon.

Death of Mrs Jessie Kennedy 29 Cathedral Road. She was widow of the late William Kennedy and is survived by her son Lesley daughter and other relatives. Venerable Archdeacon Shire officiated at the funeral from Cavan Parish Church to the New cemetery.

Tom Hickey is the new Captain at County Cavan Golf Club where Maureen McDonald also from Church Street is the new Lady Captain.

Winners of Competitions during 1957 at County Cavan Golf Club President’s Prize Harry O Connell and Ina Hickey Captain’s Prize Dan McDonald Members Cup Harry O Connell Cullen Cup Pat J O Neill O Hanlon Cup AJ O Sullivan Farnham Cup Tommy Aylmer Committee Prize Brendan Murray Mixed Foursomes Edward and Airmid O Hanlon. Captain 1958 Tom C Hickey President Surgeon Cullen Treasurer A Ormsby Secretary Dermot Morgan Assistant Secretary Dr Darragh Smith.

January 4^th 1958 Death of Thomas Smith 3 Coleman Road after a short illness at an advanced age. He was a veteran of the Boer War and was a distinguished member of the Irish Fusiliers. Weigh master for Cavan UDC for over 45 years. He was a most courteous and efficient official and was known over a very wide area. Celebrated the Golden Jubilee of his marriage in 1954. He was the father of 21 children with 2 sons and 7 daughters still alive and living in the USA and Ireland. Survived by his wife and family. Father PJ Gargan CC officiated at the funeral from the Cathedral to Cullies.

January 11^th 1958 Cavan Rainfall 1957 42.23 inches with rain on 225 days as opposed to 38.01 inches in 1956 with rainfall on 221 days.

Cavan At Home Week draws the large crowds in the first week of January 1958 with the Town Hall packed to capacity on most nights. Cavan Players with ‘ Murder out of Tune’ got the week off to a flying start with star performances from Ina Furlong Josephine McEntee Nell Arnold Mary Smith Railway Hotel Eugene Monaghan Jack Aherne who was also the Producer. Philip McConnell was Stage Manager while Maureen Han was Wardrobe Mistress. The Comeback Concert by Old Time Musical Halls Comedians Jimmy Mallon and Benny O Rourke was a hilarious success with Jimmy singing old time favourites like ‘I Wonder Whose Kissing Her Now’ ‘Keeping Up with the Jones’’ Down Where The Daffodils Grow’ and ‘McNamara’s Band’. The famous Molly McGurk sang ‘Macushla’ and ‘Ireland Mother Ireland’ receiving rapturous applause. The Question Time between Cavan ICA and Cavan County Council was won in a tight finish by Cavan ICA 83-78 with Phil Cullivan and Carmel McDonald winning the individual prizes. The Adjudicator was Professor William Browne MA Question Master Gerry Lovett and Score master Tom Hickey. Cavan ICA Bella Power Nellie McIntyre Maura Baxter Joan Hickey Kitty Jenkins and Mary Connolly 58 Main Street Cavan. Cavan County Council Phil Cullivan Carmel McDonald John Lyng Harry O Connell  Michael Harding and Dick McCarthy. The ICA Choir with Myrtle Henderson on the piano enthralled the audience with a recital of  classics including ‘ Beautiful Isle of Shadows’ and solo items from Jack  Norry Postmaster in Cootehill Gene and Bill McCusker playing a piano duet while Martin Maloney and Kevin Burke played a selection of Irish airs.

This week’s recital at Cavan Gramophone Society is by Clive Anderson while next week Tom McConville will give the recital in  the Farnham Hotel.

January 18^th 1958 Tomas Donlon aged 13 formerly of Saint Phelim’s Place is killed in Ennis at Carmody’s Hotel when a first floor collapsed during an auction where over 100 people were gathered. 8 people died and  at least 38 others including Tomas’ father were injured as the floor gave way without warning in Carmody’s Hotel which was in existence since 1804 collapsing on top of a Wedding Party who were celebrating on the ground floor. The Bride and Groom quickly turned their energies to digging out and assisting the dead and injured. Carmody’s Hotel was a stop over point for the likes of Daniel O Connell Charles Stewart Parnell and Eamonn De Velera who all stayed in the famous Room 23 of the Hotel and it was in the expectation of securing memorabilia from that room that attracted huge numbers to the Auction. Tomas Donlon was son of Tomas School’s Inspector and Mrs Donlon Saint Phelim’s Place. He was educated at home and at The Poor Clare Convent and De La Salle Brothers Cavan where he excelled as a student speaking fluent Irish. He was a member of the original De La Salle Flagelot Band with the likes of Emmanuel Kennedy Alan O Hanlon Micheal Smyth Gerard ‘Shammy’ Gilchrist and Eddie Murray. His brother Sean was later to become Irish Ambassador in Washington.

Cavan Urban Council adjourn as a mark of respect to the late Town Weigh master Tom Smith Rossa Place who is described by all as ‘ a most courteous and efficient member of Cavan UDC staff’.

Pictured are the members of the Anglo Celt who organised the firm’s first Staff Dinner Dance where music was supplied by Tom McCusker for the 60 members who attended a most enjoyable function. Picture shows Teddy McCormack Frank Carroll Sheila O Reilly Secretary Andy McEntee Chairman John Sharkey Treasurer Gerry Kelly UDC and Paddy McCullough.

Aidan Geraghty Goods Department CIE Railway Goods Depot is leaving Cavan on promotion to Sligo was the recipient of a wallet of notes from his many friends at an enjoyable Social in the Ulster Arms Hotel.

Death of Bernard O Reilly Emmett Place formerly of Lisdarn. Worked in the TB Hospital in Lisdarn. Survived by  his sons daughters and other relatives. Father James J O Reilly  Adm officiated at the largely attended funeral from the Cathedral to Cullies cemetery.

January 25^th 1958  Garda Tom O Donnell aged 24 a native of Boherbee Tralee and latterly Limerick is killed when the squad car he was driving was in a collision with a cattle truck on treacherous icy roads near Legakelly. Injured was Garda Michael McCarthy also 24 a native of Mullingar who is detained in Cavan Surgical Hospital with serious injuries to his arms shoulders and legs. James Monaghan Sunbeam Terrace Clones driver of the cattle lorry is also detained with serious injuries while 2 helpers Thomas Johnston and Mr Kelly also Sunbeam Terrace Clones are discharged with only minor injuries. Garda Tom O Donnell came to Cavan in January 1957 having served 3 years in Thomastown County Kilkenny. Sympathy is extended to his family Mr and Mrs Timothy O Donnell 5 Catherine Place Limerick and his brothers and sisters. A large crowd gathered at Cavan Surgical Hospital as Garda O Driscoll’s remains were being transferred to Limerick by hearse with his colleagues in Cavan Garda Station forming a Guard of Honour on each side of the hearse as it made its way through the deserted streets of Cavan where blinds were drawn on every business premises. Cavan Gaels whom Garda O Donnell was a playing member were in attendance accompanying the cortege to the outskirts of the town on its long journey South. Funeral from Saint Michael’s Church Limerick to Mount Saint Laurence cemetery Limerick. Paddy Cusack County Coroner adjourned the Inquest into the death of Garda O Donnell at the Courthouse Cavan until key witnesses would be available to testify. Jury Michael McDonald ‘Hub Bar’ Edward O Gorman Publican Upper Main Street Michael Tully Farnham Hotel Hugh Gough Michael Young Phil Gargan and Phil Lee.

John Maguire son of Garda John and Mrs Maguire Saint Patrick’s  Terrace is called to the Garda Depot where he will train for the Garda. Mattie Connolly on behalf of John’s many friends in Cavan made a presentation of a wallet of notes at an enjoyable Social in the Pavilion where John was a very enthusiastic member of the Pavilion Musical Society.

Sandy Gordon’s Garage in Farnham Street is sold to Maurice Jackson for £2,000. Gordon’s were one of the first ever motor garages in Cavan and also pioneered with the introduction of the Magnet Bus Service and The Magnet Cinema.

February 4^th 1958 Cavan GAA Committee 1958 Chairman T P O Reilly Secretary H L Smith Assistant Secretary Sonny Galligan Ardkill Treasure Paddy O Reilly Athbara and Registrar Jack McConnell Ashe Street.

Sudden death of Sergeant Patrick J McDonagh a native of Galway who joined the force in 1923 and was stationed in Cavan Slane and Ballydehob for the last 5 years.

Record crowd attend Vera Brady’s 1^st Staff Dance in the Town Hall where there was plenty of glamour with spot prizes every dance. Proceeds to the Poor Clare Convent.

Maurice Jackson himself a native of Killykeen presents a Perpetual Trophy to Cavan Angler’s Club who are re stocking the Laragh River where Father Malachy Byrne is PP this year.

February 11^th 1958 Munich Air Disaster as a BEA Elizabethan Aircraft carrying the famous Busby Babes crashes on their 3^rd attempt at take off at Munich Airport where the party stopped for refuelling after the Babes 3-0 win against Red Star Belgrade in the quarter final of the European Cup. Among the dead are Dublin stat Liam Whelan England captain Roger Byrne David Pegg Eddie Coleman and later the great Duncan Edwards who died 3 weeks after the crash from wounds sustained. Matt Busby Manager Harry Gregg from Derry Jackie Blanchflower from Belfast and Bobby Charlton are among the survivors.

Loreto Musical Society stage their comic opera ‘Aladdin and Out’ in the College Concert Hall. Anna Harten as the Emperor’s daughter gave an exceptional performance and was the outstanding talent on display. Her movement and elocution was full of grace and style. Aladdin Sheila O Reilly Badmanazar Doreen Smyth The Emperor Geraldine Mullery Prime Minister Marie Sheridan Prime Minister’s son Nuala Smith Courtiers Anna Reilly and Marie Daly Aladdin’s mother Teresa Magee Emperor’s daughter Anna Harten Laundry Stewards Madeline Gilligan and Helen Gilchrist Genie of the Lamp Marie Kavanagh Dancer Marie Keogh and a large Chorus. Music Costumes and Production Mistress of Music and Mistress of Schools. Mrs Philips and Mrs McNevin were in charge of dancing sequence and elocution.

Cavan Gaels 1958 Chairman Father James J O Reilly Adm Vice Chairman Paddy Conaty Treasure Father Patrick J Gargan and Seamus  Fay Secretary Jimmy Sheridan Assistant Secretary Tommy Hughes Committee Brother Cyril Tommy Gilroy Mattie Corcoran Bud McNamara John Johnston Pappy McNamara Tom McNamara John Keogan Pat O Neill AJ O Brien and Willie Doonan.

Drumalee GFC 1958 President P Molloy Vice President Father Patsy Young Chairman Paul Caffrey Treasurer Sean Reilly Secretary Pat Sharkey Representative to County Board Barney Higgins. Committee Barney Higgins Sean Walsh Seamus Fay J Smith M Lynch. Delegates to County Convention Dennis O Keeffe Sean Walsh Barney Higgins.

February 15^th 1958 Centenary celebrations in Lourdes Knock and Cavan to mark the centenary of the apparition of Our Lady in Lourdes to Bernadette. Over 80,000 throng Lourdes for the centenary which was marked by the Papal Legate Cardinal Roncalli opening the new vast underground Basilica specially built for centenary year. Over 10 million will visit Lourdes this year. 4,000 attended the special Mass celebrated by Cardinal Roncalli and 40 Bishops together with hundreds of priests from all over the world on the spot where Our Lady appeared to Bernadette 100 years ago. Young French girls clad in blue and white costumes, the same colours worn by Our Lady when she appeared to Bernadette on February 11^th 1858 mingled with the huge crowd as the Angelus recited by his Holiness Pope Pius XII on Vatican radio was relayed to the crowd and broadcast all over the world.  Marian procession in Ballyjamesduff with flags and buntings flying from every building with the procession proceeding around the town back to the Grotto at the Poor Clare Convent where the Rosary and Benediction were celebrated and recited with Father M O Reilly Master of Ceremonies and Miss M McCabe on the organ. Father James J O Reilly Adm was the celebrant in the Cathedral which was packed to capacity for the Rosary and Benediction where the Lourdes hymn ‘  The Bells of the Angelus’ rung out with Father A B McGrath on the organ.

Death of George Brady Labourer Billis. Very popular and well respected over a wide area. Survived by his brother and other relatives Funeral from the Cathedral to Cullies cemetery.

Death of the very well known Pat Christie Messenger in Saint Phelim’s Hospital at the age of 77. He was a native of Bawnboy and was formerly a Postman in Dowra. Pat was known and respected particularly by the business people in the town with whom he had a great relationship. He was an ardent GAA fan and never missed a fixture in Breffni Park.

Paddy Keogan son of Mr and Mrs John Keogan Hibernian Bank is appointed a Clerk in the Hibernian Bank Cootehill.

February 22^nd 1958 Tributes are paid to the legendary Joe Murray Cathedral Road who is retiring as Superintendent Cavan Garda after spending 10 years in Cavan. At Cavan Circuit Court Judge Sweeney Harry O  Neill County Registrar’s Office Peter McDwyer County Registrar Tom Fitzpatrick Solicitor  William McWilliams on behalf of the Bar Association all proclaimed that Superintendent Murray was most helpful and courteous and wished him and his 2^nd wife long life and happiness as he retired to his native Bundoran County Donegal. He joined the Force in 1923 and was actively associated with the Irish language revival. In Cavan he was known for his boundless charity and acts of kindness. He organised many events for the orphans of Saint Joseph’s Poor Clare Convent including frequent film shows which he showed himself being a gifted photographer and projectionist. He was an outstanding comic and story teller and on many occasions at Social events in the town put on a one man show of comedy song and dance with just an accompaniment on the piano. On the evening of the return of the Cavan team with the Sam Maguire Cup from New York on October 5^th 1947 he was the star of the show at the Reception in the Farnham Hotel.

Cavan GAA Selection Committee 1958 TP O Reilly HL Smyth Mick Higgins Phil ‘The Gunner’ Brady Peadar Doyle Father PJ Gargan and Victor Sherlock.

Death of David Clarke 4 Farnham Street former Assistant Registrar for County Leitrim. He was very highly respected and known over a wide area. Cavan Circuit Court with Judge Sheehy leading the tributes in which Tom J Fitzpatrick William Mc Williams SC and Peter McDwyer Cavan County Registrar all paid tribute to David’s efficient kind manner co operation and courtesy over many years. He is survived by his wife and daughters. Archdeacon Shires officiated at the funeral from Cavan Parish Church to the New Cemetery.

The Junior and Senior Choirs of the Royal School star in a musical evening in the Town Hall where the soloists included Clive Anderson who played ‘The Lover and the Nightingale’. Great credit is due to Music teachers MS Anderson and Craig with Cyril Anderson acting as Stage Manager and Producer.

Marie Smyth only daughter of Tommy and  Jeannie Smyth bids a fond farewell to Butlersbridge at a Social in the Hall where Marie a very popular young lady is showered with gifts from friends and neighbours at a Social where Mel Keaveney was MC and Una Myles NT made the presentations including an inscribed gold watch. Music was by Jack Reilly and His Band.

Eugene Leddy makes his 11^th broadcast from Radio Eireann where ballad singer Ken Browne was the star of the show and the talk of the country for his unique style and delivery.

March 1^st 1958 Seamus Gilheaney retires after 3 years as Chairman of the Ulster Council of the GAA. He has agreed to stay on as Cavan delegate to a Council he devoted many years. Lifetime service to Cavan GAA Seamus is a native of Leitrim and was County Board Chairman in Cavan from 1928-1934 and from 1948-1951. He is a founder member of the Cavan Schools Football Board which was established in 1953.

Ulster dominate the Railway Cup Semi Final against Munster in Breffni Park but a late solo point from Valentia Island and Kerry star Mick O Connell gives Munster an ill deserved victory by 1-6 to 0-8. Stars of the Munster team included the peerless Paudie Sheehy and the tenacious Jerome O Shea both from Kerry. he young Mick O Connell was Man  of the Match.

Meanwhile Saint Patrick’s College Cavan qualify for the McRory Cup Final where they will meet Saint Colman’s Newry in Castleblayney virtue of their 4-4 to 2-0 victory over Abbey CBS where Tadhg McCarthy Ballinagh and a very young Kevin Blessing from Cootehill score 3-2 of the Saint Patrick’s total.

Death of Mary Mai O Reilly 41 College Street wife of Edward ESSO representative. She was well known and much loved over a wide are and her passing at such a young age is a big blow to her family and community. Survived by her 3 sons and 2 daughters and other relatives. Father P J Gargan officiated at the largely attended funeral from the Cathedral to Cullies cemetery.

Sue Coyle a native of Cavan town is made a presentation at a Testimonial Dinner Dance in the Essex Hotel New Jersey following 30 fruitful years as a member of the American Inland Revenue. She is sister of Mick and Kathleen Marron Cavan and will be home on holidays in June 1958.

Death of James Galligan Breffni Terrace. He was a noted soccer player in his youth and worked as a Sawyer in Richmond’s Sawmills Creighan. He is survived by his wife and 2 sisters. Father PJ Gargan officiated at the funeral from the Cathedral to Cullies cemetery.

Sean O Siochan is the star of the glittering Comalthas Concert in the Town Hall entitled ‘Ceilidhe House’ where the Hall was packed to capacity with over 200 failing to gain entry.

Jubilee Nurse Whist Top Score Mrs O Rourke Saint Phelim’s Place 1^st and 2^nd Ladies Mrs Margaret English and Olive Black 1^st and 2^nd Gents Joe Brady and Gerard Gilchrist.

March 8th1958 Dr Vivian Fochs and his party of British scientists and explorers at Scott Base in the  Antarctic celebrate their achievement with champagne and caviar after their journey of 2,100 miles crossing the Antarctic. Dr Fochs was luxuriating in a well deserved hot bath when informed that Queen Elizabeth is to reward him with a Knighthood.

Death of Alice Greene Corn Mill Cavan in Saint Phelim’s Hospital. Well known local personality she was known throughout the North East for her holiness and charity. Daily communicant she was a member of the Sodalities in the Cathedral. Survived by her daughter Cissie sons Gerry Francis Joe Charlie Johnny and was predeceased by her husband Joe and son Tommy. Father AB McGrath officiated at the funeral from a packed Cathedral to Cullies cemetery.

Death of Richard Allison Kilmore Survived by his brother nephews and other relatives. Funeral from Kilmore Cathedral to the adjoining cemetery.

Death of Mary Brady ‘Claude Villa’ Cullies at a young age at Saint Phelim’s Hospital Cavan. Daughter of James and Mrs Brady ‘Claude Villa’. She was sister of Sister M Ignatius Our Lady’s Hospital Manorhamilton and the late Father P Brady PP. urvived by her brothers and sister. Father AB McGrath officiated at the funeral from the Cathedral to Cullies cemetery.

Death of Patrick Greene 23 Saint Patrick’s Terrace. He was father of Mother M Victorina Loreto Order Calcutta. He was a native of Swanlinbar and was a carpenter by trade working with Paddy Elliott Tom McManus and his  neighbour Tommy McDonald. Great GAA fan he seldom missed a game in Breffni Park or Clones. Died after a short illness at a very young age. Predeceased by his wife he is survived by his sons and daughters. Father A B McGrath officiated at the funeral from the Cathedral to Kinawley cemetery.

Following the collapse of the floor in Ennis leading to the deaths of 8 people, Cavan County Manager orders that the Library in Farnham Street be relocated to the ground floor because of the increasing weight of the numerous books held in stock. Charlie Greene brings his artistic talents to a job that is very tasty and attractive costing just over £1,000.

Mr and Mrs Cyril Arnold win the prestigious Cavan Open Bridge competition for the Surgeon Cullen Cup in the Farnham Hotel 2^nd Mr and Mrs Farrell from Longford while the Tournament Director was W Berrill from Drogheda assisted by Cavan Captain Jim Leonard.

March 15^th 1958 Chamber of Commerce 1958 Chairman Austin McDonald who succeeds Con P Smith Vice President Alfred Myles Smith Secretary George V Maloney Junior  Treasurer Tom McKenna .The Committee after a long discussion decided to grant aid Cavan Anglers Club £10 towards the cost of a new colour brochure which the Club are publishing to promote Tourism in the Cavan area.

Death of Jim Galligan well known farmer and horse man from Behey. Survived by his son daughter and other relatives. Well known throughout a wide area he was extremely generous and helpful to his friends and neighbours and was a founding member of the famous Drumcrave Fife and Drum Band.  Funeral from the Cathedral to Killygarry.

Saint Colman’s Newry powered by the likes of Dan McCartan and his cousin Sean O Neill hammer Saint Patrick’s College in the McRory Cup Final in Castleblayney where the game was  played in very wintry conditions with a cold North wind blowing strongly and 3 inches of snow on the pitch. Saint Patrick’s had first assistance of the  wind and went into the lead in the first few minutes but Saint Colman’s contained them in the first half and the Newry men led by 1-2 to 1-1 at half time. Saint Patrick’s were completely overrun in the second half by the defending champions and  were lucky to escape with just  a beating of 19 points. Saint Patrick’s College Patrick McManus J McCabe Felim Kelly O Haslett M Lynch J McKiernan M Lynch T Galligan T Boyers John Aherne S O Rourke P Lynch Kevin Blessing and Tadhg McCarthy. Referee L Friel Antrim.

The new Irish Dancing Club will organise this year’s Saint Patrick Day’s Parade.

Saint Joseph’s Young Priests Society 1958 President Gerry M Lovett Secretary Clare Brady Town Hall Treasurer Mary McGoldrick NT.

William Browne MA Kathleen Sullivan Dermot Morgan and  Father Sean O Reilly win the Team of Four Competition at the County Cavan Finals of the All Ireland Whist competition in the Park Hotel Virginia . Like last year the team will now represent Cavan in the All Ireland Finals in Athlone.

Fond farewell to the great Superintendent Garda Siochana Joe Murray. Native of Monaghan town Joe was a National Teacher before joining the Garda in 1922 as an Inspector. From 1917-1922 he took an active part in the War of Independence coming under heavy shelling and gun fire at the Battle of Pettigo and Beleek County Donegal in June 1922. He was a Brigadier in the IRA in charge of the 4^th South East Donegal Battalion. After joining the Garda he served in Kildare Collinstown McKee Barracks Waterford Gorey and  Killaloe before coming to Cavan as Superintendent in 1945 . Founder member of Cavan Drama Festival organising Drama in many schools throughout the County. Adjudicator at many of the Irish Feiseanna he was himself a fluent Irish speaker and delighted in all things Irish. He was a very talented artiste specialising in singing and hilarious sketches and comedy acts and was the main artiste entertaining the huge attendance at the 1947 victorious banquet in the Farnham Arms when he was accompanied on the piano by Maisie Magee. Outstanding footballer he was a regular on the Donegal Senior County team and was one of the men that reorganised the GAA in Donegal laying the foundations for success in the future. Superintendent Murray was the guest of honour as his colleagues and the towns people bid him and  his second wife a fond farewell showering on them many gifts as a token of their deep appreciation for all the work they carried out during their 12 years in Cavan. They now  retire to Bundoran County Donegal and are wished many happy years of peace and health. Joe Murray is replaced by Superintendent Christopher Flood a native of Meath coming to Cavan on promotion from Galway.

Death of Mary Gaffney wife of Patrick Gaffney Creamery Manager Butlersbridge at a comparatively young age. She had been ill for sometime. She is survived by her husband Patrick sons sister and many friends . Funeral from Saint Aidan’s cemetery Butlersbridge to the New cemetery.

March 22^nd 1958 Small attendance witness the debut of the McInerney brothers in Butlersbridge as the home side edge out near neighbours Redhills in the Junior League. Among the stars for Redhills was the peerless Patsy McEntee Ted Duggan and Maxie McGrath while the Bridge relied on Tom Myles Michael Reilly Tommy Meehan Terry Smyth Con Smith and PJ Nolan.

Poor Clare Convent’s Production of ‘Hansel and Gretel’ scores 90 marks in the All Ireland School’s Drama Under 11 in Dublin securing 3^rd place out of an entry of 7. The show introduced to the stage such talent as Frances Sullivan Moya Maloney Frances Donoghoe Geraldine Fitzpatrick Mary McKiernan Sarah Ann O Reilly Carmel McCormick Concepta McEntee Mary Smith Mary O Mahoney Philomena Conaty Brigid Pryce Patricia O Connor Bernadette O Reilly and Margaret Grey.  

March 29^th 1958 Father James J O Reilly Administrator in Cavan since 1943 in appointed Parish Priest of Baileboro with Father Joseph Dolan appointed Adm with Father Patrick J McManus Diocesan Examiner appointed a Curate in Cavan Parish and Father John Maguire recalled from Birmingham to take over as Diocesan Examiner. Father Jimmy’s last public function was to celebrate Mass In the Cathedral following the evening Centenary Procession of Our Lady of Lourdes from the Poor Clare Convent in which over 2,000  participated on a beautiful crisp Spring evening . Father P J Gargan assisted in the distribution of Holy Communion while Bishop Quinn imparted Benediction and Father AB McGrath accompanied the Cathedral Choir on the organ closing with the French National Anthem in honour of Our Lady Bernadette and Lourdes. The CYMS were in charge of the stewarding.

Phil Gargan ‘Ritz Bar’ sells a winning ticket drawing ‘Moston Lake’ in the forthcoming Grand National at Aintree. Among those from the area with 1/8 shares are M Smith Church Street Mrs Eddie McCormack Maghera and Arthur Tilson Swellan.

Death of Moses Allison Kilmore who was extremely popular and industrious known throughout a wide area. Survived by his brother nephews and nieces. Funeral from Kilmore Cathedral to  Kilmore cemetery.

Death of Rose Lee Drumalee. She was the mother of a very large family and was well known and highly respected throughout the area.  Survived by her husband sons daughters and relatives. Father PJ Gargan officiated at the funeral from the Cathedral to Killygarry cemetery.

13^th Annual Drama Festival with Tom Fitzpatrick Chairman  Nellie McIntyre Secretary Leo Keogan Treasurer and PJ O Connor .

Adjudicator.

CYMS Whist Top Score Joe Brady 1^st Lady Mrs F Leonard 2^nd Mrs P Sloan and Mary McGovern tie. 1^st Gent Packy Gilchreest 2^nd Eugene Reilly and Packy Newman tie. Best last quarter Mrs K Smith.

April 5^th 1958  Sean Brady Drumsilla Tullyvin is electrocuted as he extends the line at Munelta Stradone for the Rural Electrification Scheme where he worked with the ESB as a Linesman. He was dead on admission to Cavan Surgical Hospital.

Saint Columb’s College Derry are the winners of the premier award the Dr Lyons Cup at Cavan Drama Festival where 18 English and 6 Irish plays were staged with audiences down on the high of previous years due in part to the increasing number of householders in the area now having television sets and the absence from the programme of any major groups from the Cavan area. Damien Dillon son of Mollie and Leonard Dillon Bridge Street and a member of Aisteoiri De La Salle who recently won the Teelin Cup in the All Ireland Drama Festival in Dungannon  won the Gold medal for his d  playing of ‘An Doctor’ in ‘Na Boithre’. Best Actress Mary Henry Saint Columb’s Derry, Best Actor Gerry Wickham Castle Players Castleblayney, Best Producer Jack Gallagher Saint Columb’s Derry.

Death after a long  illness on Saturday at her residence of Mary McKenna relict of the late EJ McKenna Draper and Outfitter Oliver Plunkett Street. She was known and respected over a wide area and was very  religious and charitable. Father AB McGrath officiated at the funeral from the Cathedral to Ballyconnell cemetery.

Pictured are the famous Des Jenkins Orchestra with Brendan Jenkins Crooner Paddy Duffy Alto Sax Peter Smith Tenor Sax Tom McCusker Piano Patsy Smith Trumpet Eamonn Donohoe Alto Sax Tommy O Donnell Drums Leo Ronan Double Bass and Des Jenkins Accordion and vocals.

Death of Patrick McCahill Farmer Drumelis and native of Drumeagle Crosserlough. He took an active part in the War of Independence being Adjutant Crosserlough Battalion IRA . He later attained the rank of Captain and was a Clerk at the old Sinn Fein Courts. During the Emergency he was a Cmdt in the FCA. Noted horseman he was a jockey who won several point to point races. He is survived by his wife 3 brothers Philip Birmingham John J London and James in the USA and 2 sisters Sister Collette Convent of Mercy Scotland and Sister Mary Anastasia Convent of Mercy Dakota USA. The coffin was draped in the tricolour while a Guard of Honour of Old IRA veterans flanked the hearse from the Cathedral. Three volleys of shots were discharged and the Last Post sounded at the interment in Crosserlough cemetery where Father PJ Gargan CC officiated.

Death of Philip Smith Drumcrave after a short illness at an early age. Very popular and industrious . Father A B McGrath officiated at the largely attended funeral from the Cathedral to Cullies cemetery.

April 19^th 1958 Corlurgan National School is burnt to the ground with the loss of furniture fittings and invaluable school records. Cavan Fire Brigade on the scene after the alarm was raised at 2 AM by a passer by who spotted a blaze at a chimney to the side of the building . Despite gallant efforts and hindered by a lack of a water supply  having to resort to their 10,000 gallon emergency tank the Brigade were unable to bring the fire under control and all that was left was the shell of the old 2  storey building .

Tragic death of Declan O Reilly age 1 ½ year 79 Main Street following an accident near  his home at 1 p m on Thursday. Only child of Sean and Mrs O Reilly Declan was outside his father’s busy Veterinary premises at 79 Main Street when he dashed across the road from behind a number of parked vehicles and was struck by a passing lorry driven by Colm Smith Mineral Waters and Bottlers Farnham Road. Declan was pronounced dead on admission to Cavan Surgical Hospital.

The All Ireland Fleadh Cheoil Na hEireann will take place in Longford Town at Whit this year.

Sudden death of Jim Maguire Hackney Car operator 71 Main Street. Native of Tullyco Jim was of tall strong athletic build and was a noted gaelic footballer for his native Tullyco and later with his equally well endowed brother Tom they starred for Cavan Slashers winning a number of Senior Championships in the mid 1920s. Originally a Bread Salesman Jim knew all the small shops throughout the area and delivered bread for many of the Cavan based Bakeries including Louis Blessing’s who operated from a premises at the Arch. A bird fancier of note Jim kept canaries gold finches  and larks at his premises and during the Summer months the early morning in upper Main Street was filled with the celestial sound of bird song. His death at the early age of 55 removes one of Cavan’s truly great characters and gentlemen. Survived by his wife Margaret Nee Elliott sons Alo and Paddy daughters Mona Carmel Gretta Anita and Madeline . Father Joe Dolan Adm officiated at the funeral from a packed Cathedral to Killygarry cemetery with the  hears stopping in salute outside Jim’s premises in Upper Main Street.

Michael Connolly MPSI son of Thomas J and Mary Connolly MPSI  Church Street and 58 Main Street marries Teresa Kelly SRN daughter of the late James and Mrs Kelly New Road Bailieboro at a glittering ceremony in the Cathedral. Bridesmaids were Bernadette Kelly and Mary Connolly sisters of the Bride and Groom and the Best Man was Thomas A ‘Toggy’ Connolly while the Groomsman was Brendan Kelly . Father Michael McCabe was the chief celebrant assisted by Father James J O Reilly PP Bailieboro and former Adm Cavan while Father A B McGrath was on the Organ.

Cardinal James Dalton celebrates the Golden Jubilee of his ordination in Rome on April 18^th 1908. Prayers are offered for the intentions of the Cardinal in the Cathedral and all other churches in the Diocese.

April 26^th 1958 John Little with an address at 21 Bridge Street is charged with offences against the State Act 1939 with having in his possession a Uzi Submachine Gun revolvers ammunition and explosives with intent to endanger life. Giving evidence were Teresa O Connor who said that “she ran a boarding house at 20 and 21 Bridge Street along with her mother Mary Cassidy and that John Little had been a guest for the last 7 years. The house was being renovated following an explosion in the premises in 1956 and it was during these renovations that  the weaponry had been located in an attic adjacent to John Little’s quarters”. Garda William Gaffey gave evidence of searching a garage which John Little used and finding in a shoe box documents incriminating John Little as a member of the IRA. John Little totally refuted all charges and said that he never saw the weaponry or the documents before and there were many people coming and going over the years and the stuff could be belong to any number of people. Justice Lavery having heard all the evidence at Cavan District Court sentenced John Little Plumber Cavan to 6 months in jail.

Michael ‘Mickey’ Walsh is the outstanding star for Drumalee as they defeat their hosts Redhills by 1-6 to 0-3 in the 1^st round of the Cavan Junior Championship. Drumalee had the advantage of the strong wind in the first half and led by 1-4 to Redhills’ Nil at half time but in the second half the roles were reversed but Drumalee defence were resolute allowing Redhills only 3 points while scoring 2 points themselves. Scorers for Drumalee Michael Walsh 1-4 Donie Fay and Tommy Molloy 0-1 each.

May 3rd^h 1958 John McGinnity is pictured with a large number of pilgrims flying out from Dublin to Lourdes on the first Cavan trip for Centenary Year. John states that he is organising several more such trips this year.

Death of Mary ( Molly) Nulty Rathcorrick. Her brother died only 2 weeks ago and she was a highly respected and well known member of the Community.  She is survived by  her husband Patrick sons and daughters. Funeral from the Cathedral to Killygarry cemetery.

BD Aherne Manager Provincial Bank Cavan who was a leading member of Cavan Chamber of Commerce and County Cavan Golf Club is transferred on promotion to Templemore Count Tipperary. He is replaced in Cavan by Gordon McNeill Ross former Manager of the Provincial Bank in Kilkenny.

Death of Edward McIntyre Corlurgan a highly respected resident . Father P J Gargan officiated at the funeral from the Cathedral to Drumavaddy cemetery.

Dorothy Smith Farnham Street is elected for a three year term 1958-1961 as President of the National Council of the Irish Countrywomen’s Association (ICA). Dorothy was a founding member of the Cavan Guild in 1953 and was a member of the National Executive. She is sister of PN Smith Solicitor Farnham Street. Dorothy is an active member of Cavan Bridge Club and County Cavan Golf Club.

Death of Emily Brady EDEM at a young age at Our Lady of Lourdes Hospital Drogheda . She was an employee of McCarren and Company and had been only married recently to  her husband Bernard Pig Dealer 5 Coleman Road. Member of the Gauthier family Military Row she was extremely popular. Huge turn out to meet the hearse with a Guard of Honour from her colleagues in McCarren’s who also helped to carry the coffin. Father AB McGrath officiated at the funeral from the Cathedral to Killoughter cemetery.

Death of Thomas Fay 10 College Street at Leopardstown Hospital. Veteran of First World War where he fought for the British Army. Survived by his sons daughters relatives and many friends. Funeral from the Cathedral to Cullies cemetery.

New Handball Board fail to elect a Chairman at their inaugural meeting. Vice Chairman Mel Lynch Lacken Secretary John Maguire Mullahoran and Treasurer Tony Donohoe Mullahoran.

Death of Margaret Carroll in London. Native of College Street Margaret emigrated to Scotland some years ago but in recent years she was domiciled in London. Survived in Cavan by her sisters and brothers.

Bishop of Kilmore Rt Rev CJ Tyndall DD assisted by Archdeacon WH Shire BA confirms 53 boys and girls in Cavan Parish Church where  the Parish Choir were in attendance with Mrs Daniels on the organ.

Wedding in the Cathedral of Saints Patrick and Phelim of Michael McDermott son of Mr and Mrs G McDermott Lakeview Terrace to Mary Ross Drumm daughter of Mrs T Lynch and the late Thomas Drumm Tullac Mongan. Father P J Gargan celebrated the Nuptial Mass and imparted the Papal Blessing while Charlie McGriskin was on the Organ. Two of Mary’s sisters perished in the Poor Clare Convent Fire of February 1943.

Death of Helena O Hanlon 29 Addison Road Fairview Dublin. She was a sister of the late JJ McGuiness long time Town Clerk Cavan and was married to Joe a brother of John F O Hanlon late Managing Director of The Anglo Celt. Rev J Duggan CSSP Kimmage Manor officiated at the funeral to Glasnevin cemetery.

May 10^th 1958 Gerry Kelly Connolly Street and Anglo Celt a member and past Chairman of Cavan Urban Council catches  a beautiful brown trout weighing 4 lbs 5 ½ ozs at Legwee Bridge adjacent to Brady’s . Gerry was accompanied by his good friend Mick Smyth 60 Main Street and was using a worm as a bait. Gerry is a former outstanding footballer with Cavan Slashers winning County Senior Championship medals in 1917 and again in 1924 and 1925 when he was partnered on the team by  his brothers Tom and Fred.

Death of Mary Sheridan widow of Patrick Creighan at an advanced age. She was mother of the famous Patrick Sheridan who played for the old Cavan team before departing for America some years ago. Survived by her sons daughter and other relatives. Funeral from the Cathedral to Drumavaddy.

Philip P A Smith becomes a Pharmacist LSPI . He is son of the late Matt Smith executive officer Cavan County Council and nephew of Bridie M Smith Historian and a former member of the Anglo Celt staff who died some few years ago. Philip Smith has been attached to Roche’s Stores Dublin for the last five years.

Dancing Deck at Lisreagh is being well supported each Tuesday and Thursday night when the happy revellers can dance the night away to the music of the  ‘Five Star Ceilidhe Band’. The Deck will be operational for the rest of the Summer.

May 17^th1958 Drumalee continue their unbeaten run in the Junior Championship beating Cornafean 0-6 to 0-3 at Drumalee. Scorers for Drumalee Donie Fay 0-3 Mickey Walsh 0-2 and Paddy Smith 0-1 while Butlersbridge account for Templeport 2-6 to 0-4 at Butlersbridge.

Two branches of the Patrician Society continue to meet in the Temperance Hall with recent papers read by Maire Maloney ‘The Devil’ Sarah Cullen ‘Youth’ Michael McCabe ‘Can We Be Saints’ Bill Henry ‘Catholic Action’ Mr Bonzer Latt ‘Communism’ Pat Smith ‘Is the Church a Killjoy’ Carmel McDonald ‘ Good Citizenship’ and Mr Gear ‘Lost Opportunity’ !

Three year old Desmond Donohoe Abbey Street is pictured with 2 magnificent brown trout weighing 3 lbs and 3 lb 10 ozs which his father caught during the Open Angling Competition on Lough Sheelin when father Phil was crowned Supreme Angler with competitors from all over Ireland and the United Kingdom participating.

May 24^th 1958 The Central Statistics Office report that the population of the Republic of Ireland is now 2,885,000. During the year 1957 there were 14,423 marriages 61,286 births and 34,308 deaths

Drumalee score 4 in a row unbeaten run in the Cavan Junior League this time locals Cavan Gaels were the vanquished in a merited 3-3 to 0-2 victory at Breffni Park where conditions were deplorable with heavy rain falling throughout on the small crowd and the players got it very hard to come to grips with the slippery ball. Drumalee led by 1-2 to 0-1 at the interval with the Drumalee goal scored by veteran Mickey Walsh in the very first minute while the Gaels scored through former Harps great Tom McNamara. Mickey Walsh made the game safe for an impressive Drumalee with a fisted goal late in the 2^nd half.

De La Salle Flagelot Band lead the entire school in parade to the Cathedral of Saints Patrick and Felim where Father Joe Dolan Adm officiated at the Mass to honour the patron Saint De La Salle. Sacred Music was rendered by the School Choir with Father AB McGrath on the organ. The ceremony ended with the congregation singing ‘Saint De La Salle Our Dearest Father’ Afterwards the boys were treated to sweets biscuits and minerals in the school and given a free day.

Matthew McKenna is appointed Postmaster of his native Monaghan town. He was Overseer in Cavan and later Postmaster in Kells before his present appointment.

Rory O Connor takes over as Manager Cavan Social Welfare Farnham Street where he replaces Richard Curran who is taking up a similar position in the Carlow office. Rory was formerly Clerical Officer in Drogheda.

Una Smith wife of Dr FPE Smith wins the Open competition and Dr Lyons Cup` at County Cavan Golf Club 2^nd was Rita O Reilly Cavan while 3^rd was  Mrs O Flynn Monaghan. The prizes were presented at a pleasant Social by Maureen McDonald Captain . 29 competitors took part in the competition played in atrocious weather conditions.

May 30^th 1958 Over 20,000 attend the All Ireland Fleadh Cheoil in Longford town where the Fleadh “was smiled on by the sun as well as the gentle Spring rain which fell lightly on competitors and spectators alike”. The Fleadh was  opened by Dr Brian Galligan President Comalthas Ceolteoiri Eireann.

1^st annual Dinner of Cavan’s  new dancing club sees the Chairman Dr Brian Galligan making a presentation to Sean Woods who supplied the music all season and Seamus De Faoite who was the teacher and instructor. Father Patrick Gaffney President Saint Patrick’s College addressed the guests while  Mick Quigley was Fear an Tighe at the Fior Ceilidhe that followed the Dinner in the Ulster Arms.

Weekly bus leaving the Dexta each Sunday of the Season for Bundoran fare single 12/6 while under 14 half price.

Cavan Show Committee 1958 President PN Smith Vice President Lord Farnham Treasurer Alfred Myles Smith and Secretary RS Black.

Nancy O Neill daughter of John and Mrs O Neill Bridge Street marries Patrick Brady son of Mr and Mrs James Brady Drumaran Ballyhaise in Saint Anthony’s Church Brooklyn where Solemn Nuptial Mass was celebrated by Father Dallagher.

June 7^th 1958 Pictured is the Corpus Christi Procession as it ends with Benediction at the Cathedral on a beautiful sunny Thursday evening where hundreds gathered after walking around the flower bedecked town where the National and Papal flags flew from every building . Guards of Honour for the Blessed Sacrament provided by the Garda in procession and Boy Scouts at the Cathedral where Bishop Quinn was assisted by Fathers Joe Dolan Adm and P J Gargan while Father AB McGrath was in charge of the Cathedral Choir who rendered sacred music at both the procession and at the Cathedral. Teddy McCormack sounded the salute on the bugle at the Benediction while members of Cavan CYMS provided the stewards for a splendidly organised procession.

Over 20,000 buy the Anglo Celt each week which is read by 60,000 readers

Newly formed Cavan Shamrocks a little out of their depth in the 1^st Round of the Duncan Cup in Clones when they are well beaten by 5 goals to 2. Goals by Willie Corr in the second half ensured that the newly formed Cavan outfit gave a much better account of themselves in the 2^nd half with Jimmy Stafford a  native of Drogheda and shop assistant in McDonnell’s 61 Main Street outstanding in defence clearing three certain goals off the Shamrock’s line with goalkeeper Gerry Maguire beaten. Cavan Shamrocks Gerry Maguire J Storey Jimmy Stafford Andy McGahon J McDwyer Michael Jermyn Willie Corr Martin Storey Andy Mohan and Gene Cullivan. The referee was M Brannigan Clones.

Anna Mae Duffy only daughter of Paddy and Mrs Duffy Owen Roe Terrace is awarded a 5 year scholarship at Loreto College. Anna Mae is a pupil of the Poor Clare Convent Cavan.

June 14^th 1958 Pictured are the students who organised the Saint Patrick’s College Cavan Sports Eugene McKiernan Oliver Haslett Noel Martin Kevin Clancy Noel Donohoe Eddie McLoughlin and Tadhg McCarthy. Winners 100 Yards Aidan Harte 2^nd Brendan Young 440 Yards James F McCabe 2^nd Brendan Young 3^rd Sean Flood Mile Peter Paul O Reilly 2^nd Joe O Hanlon High Jump Aidan Harte Long Jump PC Lynch. Day Boys Bicycle Race 1^stJohn English 2^nd Terry Brady and 3^rd Tommy Monaghan.  Best all round athlete Aidan Harte. Starting Handicap Francis J O Brien and Jim McGovern Laragh.

Death of Susan Hyland Pullamore widow of the late John Hyland. Survived by her sons daughters relatives and friends. Father Patrick J McManus CC officiated at the largely attended  funeral from Saint Brigid’s Church Killygarry to the adjoining cemetery.

JP Malone gives a ‘Roy of the Rovers’ display leading the Saint Felim’s Boys School forward line in their 8-5 to 1-2 victory over Saint Patrick’s Castletara helping himself to 5-4 of the total . The game was played in atrocious weather conditions at Breffni Park. Saint Felim’s led by 4-2 to 0-1 at the interval.

Dr FPE Smith is the first winner of the Breifne Shield presented by Harry O Connell to County Cavan Golf Club 2^nd was Michael O Sullivan Munster and Leinster Bank and the prizes were presented to the winners by Tom Hickey Captain and Dermot Morgan Secretary.

Frank Fitzpatrick Military Row Ticket Checker and James McGahern Signalman are made a presentation by their colleagues on the occasion of their retirement from Cavan Railway Station. Incredibly the 2 men started work on the same day the  18^th January 1909. Frank still retains the letter of appointment from GNR.

Death of Thomas O Reilly Derrycramph. He was a most professional popular shoemaker by trade. Funeral Service from Kilmore Cathedral to Kilmore cemetery.

June 21^st Larry G O Reilly Loughduff County Cavan is voted in as a Rate Collector by Cavan County Council  beating Mickey O Brien Killynebber 13 votes to 12 for the position.

Death of Thomas Gaffney Lisreagh and Glencurran. He resided with his sister Mrs Eddied Galligan since he returned from the USA  two years ago. Survived by his sisters and other relatives. Funeral from the Cathedral to Drumavaddy.

Cavan draw with Monaghan in a boring poorly contested game in the 1^st Round of the Ulster Senior Championship in Clones 7 points all before an attendance of 7,500. Cavan led by 6 points to 4 at the interval. Scorers for Cavan Brian Gallagher 0-4 Jim Meehan 0-2 and Charlie Gallagher 0-1. The replay is fixed for Breffni Park on June 29^th 1958.

Frank Reilly Pig Dealer 85 Church Street is knocked down by a car adjacent to his home.  Later he is removed to Cavan Surgical Hospital where his condition is described as comfortable.

As the rain continued to bucket down in Cavan the Girls Club on their annual outing to Bray are met by warm bright sunshine. They left town at 9.0 am and returned from Bray at 11.00 pm after one of the most enjoyable outings ever.

John Clarke Permanent Way Ganger with CIE  Railways is made a presentation by his colleagues family and friends as he retires after 40 years distinguished service.

Imre Nagy former Hungarian Prime Minister and leader of the 1956 Revolution against the Communists is tried and  hung in secret by the Russians.

 

June 28^th 1958 Michael Young Ashe Street is elected Chairman of Cavan Urban Council . Michael at just 29 years of age is the youngest ever Chairman of the Council and was proposed fro the position by Gerry Kelly seconded by Robbie Simpson. Johnny Walshe was re elected Vice Chairman.

Excellent Cavan Minor performance ousts Donegal in the Ulster Minor Championship by 2-7 to 2-6. Cavan were cruising when Donegal struck with two late goals to set up a grandstand finish to a thrilling encounter. Cavan W Murphy Fintan McKiernan S Soraghan E McGennis M Lynch P Maguire Tony Morris Seamus McMahon Tommy Smith Mullahoran Packy McGovern B Garry Padraic Boyle Tom Sheridan Butlersbridge B O Reilly and Brian Sherlock. Sub Kevin Blessing .

Cavan Shamrocks bounce back from their recent  defeat in the Duncan Cup to trash Chapel Street 6-0 in the Longford Leader 7 a side tournament in Longford. Scorers for Cavan Jim Kelly 2 Gene Cullivan 2 Michael Jermyn and Andy McGahon 1 goal each.

Ina Furlong Bank of Ireland Cavan is being transferred to the Arklow Branch of the Bank after serving Cavan Players and the Pavilion Musical Society in leading roles over the last 2 ½ years. Ina was made a presentation  by her colleagues in the Bank and later that evening Eugene Monaghan made the presentation on behalf of the Cavan Players at a very enjoyable function in the Railway Hotel.

John Maguire Saint Patrick’s Terrace Cavan passes out as a member of an Garda Siochana at a glittering ceremony at the Garda Depot in the Phoenix Park. John is now stationed at Clontarf Garda Station and is the 3^rd member of  his family to become a member of the Force following in the footsteps of his brother Peter and of course his father Garda John Maguire.

Margaret English is pictured with her niece Valerie McCarren whom she beat in the Final of the Farnham Cup at County Cavan Golf Club where there were 64 entries for the competition.  

July 5^th 1958 Dan McDonald Fianna Fail is elected Chairman of Cavan County Council after serving a year as Vice Chairman.

Elizabeth Mooney Wolfe Tone Street a member of the Cosgrove School of Dancing wins the Cavan Dancing Championship at the Feis in Ballyjamesduff.

Another draw in Cavan and Monaghan saga in the Ulster Senior Championship at Breffni Park with the two teams locked at 1-5 each after 60 minutes. The pitch was invaded and a hordes of Cavan supporters threatened to beat up the referee after he controversially dismissed Paddy Tavey for an innocuous challenge. Referee Liam Friel was eventually  escorted by both Cavan and Monaghan supporters to the  sanctuary of his dressing room where he refused to re enter the pitch and play the stipulated extra time. In another twist to the saga the crowd were left in total confusion and the game ended in disarray owing to the lack of a Public Address System. For economic reasons it was cancelled before the throw in even though the operators of the System Michael Smyth and Tommy O Donnell were in attendance as previously arranged . In another twist despite the continuing bombing and trouble in the North and the difficulty experienced by Southern motorists, the Ulster Council decided to fix the 3^rd Replay for Roger Casement Park Belfast. The GAA were also faced with a new challenge when thousands wisely stayed at home to watch the epic World Cup Final where Brazil beat Sweden 5-2 in a wonderful display of Samba football.

Kathleen Sullivan wins the Captain’s Maureen McDonald’s Prize at County Cavan Golf Club. The two ladies are best friends and next door neighbours and are outstanding Whist players. Valerie McCarren was 2^nd and Muriel Doherty was 3^rd.

Death of James Smith Ashe Street at Saint Phelim’s Hospital after a long illness borne with courage and fortitude. He was one of Cavan’s leading tailors and worked up to a short time ago. Survived by his wife Alice sons Tommy and Jackie and daughter Betty. Father P J Gargan officiated at  the funeral from the Cathedral of Saints Patrick and Felim to Killygarry cemetery.

Death of Catherine ‘Katey’ Donohoe 30 College Street at Saint Phelim’s Hospital. Member of an old respected Cavan family Katey was know for her charity and great good humour. Funeral from the Cathedral to Killygarry cemetery.

Francis Dwane youngest son of former Postmaster David T Dwane who retired as Postmaster in 1948 and is now living in Limerick qualifies as a Medical Doctor at UCD.

First new spuds of the Season are dug by Cavan UDC representative Joe McGovern in his extensive gardens at 77 Church Street. Joe planted the tubers in April.

New record blood donations at Cavan Blood Transfusion in the Protestant Hall when 373 pints of blood are donated. Last year only 282 pints were donated and the previous record was 372.

July 12^th 1958 Scintillating display by Cavan as they beat lack lustre Monaghan 0-14-1-6 at

Casement Park Belfast. Cavan blew Monaghan off the pitch and were leading by 10 points with only 12 minutes left but Monaghan awoke from their deep slumber to score a goal and 2 points before Cavan had the last 2 points of the game to qualify to meet Derry in the Ulster Senior Semi Final at Saint Tiernach’s Park Clones next Sunday. Cavan led by 0-8 to 0-1 at half time. Scorers for Cavan Brian Gallagher 0-6 Charlie Gallagher 0-4 Kieran McIntyre 0-2 and Victor Sherlock 0-1.Referee M McCardle Louth.

Farewell to one of Cavan’s most distinguished citizens William Browne MA who has been appointed Professor at The Holy Ghost College Blacrock Dublin. Professor at Saint Patrick’s College he is a much loved character and gave distinguished service to Cavan Red Cross where he was Area Organiser. Outstanding member of Cavan Bridge Club where his agile brain was always to  the fore in making the best of whatever he was dealt. Founder member of Cavan CYMS in 1936 for many years he acted as Secretary and was always to the fore in giving a hand at stewarding at the big Church occasions around the Cathedral. He was a founder member and  frequent  Recitalist at Cavan Gramophone Society. He was appointed Professor in Saint Patrick’s College in 1929. He has two sons Patrick and Brendan and is a native of Belfast where his parents ran a Docklands Pub but were burnt out during the vicious pogrom against the Catholic population in 1920 .Dr PJ Watters made the presentation on behalf of the Red Cross While Jim Leonard presented on  behalf of the Bridge Club and Nellie McIntyre on behalf of Cavan Drama Festival.

Over 300 pilgrims on annual Legion of Mary Pilgrimage to Knock with over 30 invalids on board the CIE train. They alighted at Ballyhaunis to be transported by bus to Knock and arrived in good time for the 4.30 pm Mass.

Thomas George Corrigan South Circular Road Dublin is  ordained by Bishop CJ Tyndall assisted by Archdeacon HW Shire MA in Cavan Parish Church. The Special Preacher was WCJ Proctor Harold’s Cross. Rev Corrigan is assigned to Drung Parish.

Father Patrick Ruddy is spending his annual  holiday with his father and mother Mr and Mrs Phil Ruddy Bridge Street.

Death of Eileen Walsh 8 Silichester Park Glenageary Dublin  in Belfast City Hospital. She was wife of Thomas K Walsh formerly Church Street Chief Reporter with the Anglo Celt. She was a most popular resident  and lived in Cavan for over 40 years. Survived by her son Stephen B Walsh Editorial Staff Irish Independent daughters Mrs A S Pagett and Mrs William Smith Glenageary. Funeral took place from Saint Bridget’s Church Belfast to Cullies cemetery.

July 19^th 1958 Tommy Aylmer is appointed the new Superintendent in Ballyhaise Agricultural College replacing Dan O Brien who held the post for the last 6 years. Tommy is aged 35 and a native of Tullamore. Educated at the CBS Tullamore Abbott College Glasnevin and UCD where he took his BSc in 1948. He was later appointed Agricultural Officer in Cavan and is a former playing member of Cavan Slashers and a prominent member of County Cavan Golf Club.

July 19^th 1958 Philip McDonald and Sons Main Street Cavan celebrate the 75^th Anniversary of their establishment by 25 year old Philip McDonald in 1883 who adopted the slogan ‘small profits large turnover’. He was a young man with considerable ability and drive and quickly built up a very strong loyal customer base where the name Philip McDonald was synonymous with quality and value. He later transferred to a larger premises buying the leasehold from John Dayell 21 Main Street. Such was his fame and respect that he was appointed a Justice of the Peace in 1902 but resigned that honour in 1922 as a protest against the outrageous behaviour of the Black and Tans. He was later appointed a Justice of the Peace by the new Free State Government. The Business continued to thrive with the addition of Wholesale facilities and he was succeeded after his death in 1933 by his son Philip who continued the family tradition of purchasing large amounts at bargain prices selling them on at a reasonable profit. So successful was Philip 2 that out of his large profits he purchase one of Cavan’s most prestigious residences Tower Hamlet formerly the residence of Doctor Clarke. Philip died at Christmas 1949 and the business continued in the capable hands of his wife and family.

Cavan are well beaten in the Ulster Semi Final by a fitter more skilful Derry team 4-7 to 3-6 at Saint Tiernach’s Park in Clones. Cavan got off to a flying start and led a very hesitant Derry team by 1-2 to Nil when Derry got a few strokes of luck and with Jim McKeever and Sean O Connell supreme began to outplay Cavan in almost all sectors of the pitch and were ahead at the interval by 2-4 to 1-3 for Cavan. The Derry team took off where they left off in the second half and only two late goals and a fine rally by Cavan in the closing stages closed the  deficit to 4 points.

P McConighey wins the Captain’s Tom Hickey’s Prize at Count Cavan Golf Club with Fintan Cooney 2^nd and Jack Binchey winning the Gross.

Junior Championship thriller in Breffni Park as Drumalee and Butlersbridge end all square after 60 minutes but Man of the Match Ken Browne struck with a goal and  a point and Con Smith with a point in the second period of extra time to send the  fancied Bridge through to the closing stages of the championship. Terry Smith Aidan Foynes Kevin Smith Con Smith and Tom Sheridan were the outstanding stars for the winners.

Cavan receives 187 marks out of a possible 300 achieving a surprising ‘Very Good’ in the Bord Failte Tidy Towns competition which they entered for the very first time.

Peter Paul ‘Pete’ Smith along with his sister Winifred Smith are spending a holiday with their brother Hugh L, Eileen and Josie in the Courthouse where they were all born and reared . Pete work with Blue Cross Insurance in New York and was a former star handballer and footballer with Cavan Slashers.

Valerie McCarren and E Kirwin win the President’s Prize Surgeon B T Cullen’s at County Cavan Golf Club.

August 2^nd 1958 Michael and Betty Breslin Coleman Road seriously injured in a serious head on collision on the main Drogheda Dublin Road after attending the wedding of Michael’s nephew. Michael is described as comfortable but Betty is critical when enquiries were made at Our Lady of Lourdes Hospital Drogheda.

Mr Somerville the owner and builder of Athbara House was the first owner of 1D 1 the first registered motor car in Cavan. Other notable inclusions are James S Mullery with 1D 4 and Mrs LCP Smith 1D 6 .

Pavilion Lawn Tennis Championships Brendan Browne Booterstown beats Eamonn Marron Cavan 6-3 6-2 in the Youth’s Open Final where there was an entry of 16. Later Brendan beat M Flanagan Virginia 2-6 6-4 6-4 to win the Under 18 Championship. Gertie McDonald wins the Girls Under 21 Championship  beating  Miss B Moore Virginia 7-5 6-1 in a competition where there were 12 entries while B Moore exacted revenge by beating Miriam Hunt 6-4 7-5 in the Girls Under 18 Final and there were 8 entries. Timothy Beggs and Miss Maguire Virginia beat the favourites Brendan Browne and Miriam Hunt 6-2 6-1 in the Senior Mixed Doubles Final, in a competition in which there were 20 entries.

Crafty Down powered by the McRory Cup winning team of Abbey CBS  Newry blitz Cavan  3-8 to 3-1 in the Ulster Minor Football Final in Clones. Down were much sharper at midfield and their forwards were adept at taking their chances from all angles when presented. Cavan were ‘second fiddle’  all through to a slick fast Down team who gave a superb performance of skill and ball control to easily account for a most disappointing Cavan team. Down were powered by the brilliance of Sean and Kevin  O Neill stars of the McRory Cup winning team of Abbey CBS but the rest of the Down Minor team were not to make the breakthrough at Senior ranks. Cavan have not won the Ulster Minor Championship since winning the All Ireland Minor title in 1938. Over 550 people travelled on the last steam special from Cavan on GNR with the train returning to Portadown immediately after the game. Cavan Minors P McManus Blacklion Fintan McKiernan Templeport S Soraghan Corlesmore E McGennis Cootehill Tony Morris Lough Gown Seamus McMahon Kill Captain B Moore Kingscourt Tommy Smith Mullahoran Bernie O Reilly Drumlane Brian Sherlock Cootehill B Garry Castlerahan Padraic Boyle Crosserlough Tom Sheridan Butlersbridge P McGovern Swanlinbar Kevin Blessing Cootehill. In a desperately disappointing Senior Final Derry were much superior to a very disappointing Down term1-11 to 2-4. The Oak Leaf County were winning their 1^st ever Ulster Final while Down had never played in an Ulster Final before and were overcome by stage fright.

Lieutenant Brian Corr Farnham Street son of Mr and Mrs Barney Corr Dentist Cavan receives his ‘Wings’ from Colonel P Quinn Officer in Charge of the Irish Air Corps at Baldonnel. Later he was presented with the Fainne by Leon O Dubhaill Conradh Na Gaeilge.

Rose Marie Donoghue daughter of Charles J and Mrs O Donoghue is awarded a 3 year Scholarship by Cavan County Council. Marie is  presently a pupil at Saint Joseph’s Secondary School Newtownforbes to where she also received a Scholarship.

For the Ulster Final GNR run their last steam train to Clones with 389 boarding at Cavan 65 in Ballyhaise and 43 in Redhills . After the game the train returned to Portadown and all trains from Cavan in future will be run by CIE using diesel.

Death of Mary Keyes an old respected resident and native of Tullac Mongan. She was known for her Christian virtues and charity. Father Joe Dolan Adm officiated at the largely attended funeral from the Cathedral to Cullies.

Maisie Magee is the winner of the Ladies’ Captains Prize at County Cavan Golf Club. The President Dorie Smith is pictured presenting her prize with Airmid O Hanlon 2^nd and Muriel Doherty Best Gross.

August 9^th 1958 Greatest mile race ever run with 4 men beating John Landy’s record of 3.338.5 including the winner Herb Elliott

Australia who ‘scorched’ around the new track at Morton Stadium in an incredible 3.54.5 to shave a full 4 seconds off the record before an ecstatic crowd of 25,000 crammed into the small Morton Stadium in Santry Dublin. 2nd was Merv Lincoln also from Australia in 3.55.9 3^rd Olympic Champion Ronnie Delaney 3.57.5 with Murray Halberg New Zealand credited with the same time in 4^th position while Albert Thomas the World 3 Mile Record Holder in 5^th place recording 3.58.6. The unbeaten Herb Elliott described the conditions as’ perfect’ and thanked the crowd for the encouragement and enthusiasm which left him feeling no nerves or tension before ‘the perfect mile race’.

Crosserlough qualify for their 1^st Senior Championship since 1919 beating the holders Bailieborough Shamrock 3-4 to 0-4 at Breffni Park. They will now play the winner of the Cavan Gaels Cootehill Semi Final. Man of the Match was Peter Donohoe who is determined to win a County Championship with his  native Crosserlough. John Sheridan Killinkere was referee.

Christy Donegan an 18 year old youth from Emmett Place is knocked down on the Cathedral Road by a car driven by Jim Rafter. Both the car and the bicycle which Christy was riding were severely damaged but Christy was released from Cavan Surgical Hospital with non serious leg injuries.

Teresa Gaffney Acres daughter of Mr and Mrs Thomas Gaffney Acres is conferred with her SRN at Saint Catherine’s Hospital Birkenhead.

Patrick Lee eldest son of Phil and Ellen Lee Ashe Street secures a Scholarship to Saint Patrick’s College taking 2^nd place in the Scholarship Examination. Patsy is  a pupil of the De La Salle School Cavan.

Accident and Emergency Unit at Cavan Surgical Hospital did not treat one patient or casualty over the entire period of the August Bank Holiday.

August 16^th 1958 Bishop Quinn calls for prayers to be recited for good weather at all Masses in the Diocese until the end of October as the country experience the worst Summer on record with fears expressed for the saving of the Harvest.

Crosserlough captained by Noel Reilly win their 1^st ever Senior League title beating Bailieborough 2-6 to 1-2 in the Final at Breffni Park. Their last Senior League title was Division 2 Senior League 1927.

Cavan Gaels and Cootehill draw 2-8 to Cootehill’s 1-11 in a thrilling encounter before a large vociferous crowd in the Senior Championship Semi Final at Virginia. The Gaels led by 1-6 to 0-3 at the interval but the genius and brilliance of the Gallagher brothers and Gerry Keyes soon had Cootehill all square in the second half. The referee was Phil ‘Gunner Brady who handled the  game expertly in his fist season as a knight of the whistle !

Death of Mary Coyle wife of Ned Postman Mons Terrace in Surrey Hospital after a very severe and painful illness.  Most obliging and Christian lady her acts of kindness were legendary and she was known and respected throughout the whole area.

All 99 people aboard a Dutch  KLM Constellation flight are feared dead after the plane plunged into  the Atlantic 90 miles out of Shannon en route to New York.

Boy Scouts after spending 20 years on the West Coast return to Skerries in the East for their annual camping  holiday under Scoutmaster John Donohoe and Acting Chaplain Father Torlac O Reilly. At a ceremony in the Scout Den on Sunday night Des Lambert Anthony Jackson Fergal Moore and Terry Smith were sworn in as  Patrol Leaders.

Eamonn Mansfield BSc son of Mr and Mrs J P Mansfield County Engineer is on his way to Kenya . Eamonn is a student at Kimmage Manor Dublin.

August 23^rd 1958 Florrie Mahon Kilmore receives her SRN at a London Hospital.

Radio Brazzaville will relay both the All Ireland Senior Football and Hurling Finals to emigrants and Irish missionaries throughout the world on the Short Wave Band. Micheal O Hehir of Radio Eireann is the  commentator and will broadcast greetings to Irish people everywhere on the greatest sporting days in the Irish sporting calendar.

Death of the very popular William ‘Billie’ Allen Emmett Place at a very early age at Saint Phelim’s Hospital Cavan after a brief illness. Very popular hard working labourer his services were always in demand and he worked with all the major Cavan Contractors including Paddy Elliott Tommy McDonald Onslow Bredin and Tom McManus. He was popular with all classes and creeds Survived by his wife Nellie and 6 girls.  A short time later a son Jimmy was born. Funeral from the Cathedral which was packed to capacity for the Requiem Mass with burial in Cullies cemetery.

August 30^th 1958 Cavan Show Society who have held an unbroken series of Shows from 1900 unanimously agree to cancel this year’s event because of the dreadful persistent weather conditions that now threaten the saving of the Harvest.

Cavan Gaels beat star studded Cootehill in a dogged contest in Virginia 1-5 to 0-6 with the Gaels leading at the interval 0-4 to 0-1 where incessant rain and the greasy ball dictated tactics with the Gaels backs ensuring the town team’s entry to the Final next Sunday when they will play Crosserlough in the Final at Breffni Park. The result in Virginia was in doubt up to the final whistle with the excitement making up for the lack of quality football. The Gaels now try to emulate the feat of Cavan Slashers who beat Crosserlough in a replay in 1917 and links to the game on Sunday include Paddy Reilly father of the Crosserlough captain Noel O Reilly and Jack McConnell father of Tony who captained the Slashers to victory in 1917.

Death of Michael Donohoe College Street who was a butcher by trade at Saint Phelim’s Hospital. Survived by relatives and many friends. Father PJ Gargan CC officiated at the funeral from the Cathedral to Killygarry cemetery.

Tony Smith  Pullamore knocked down by a car travelling in the same direction towards Cavan after attending Mass in Saint Brigid’s Church Killygarry. Tony was detained in Hospital with serious injuries.

Seamus De Faoite founder of Cumainn Rinnce an Cabhain is made a presentation of a camera by the Cavan Dancing Class and Comaltas Ceolteoiri Eireann at a Social in the Town Hall by Dr Brian Galligan with over 200 present to bid farewell to the popular Seamus an employee of the Anglo Celt who is taking up a similar position in Cork.

Norma Little eldest daughter of Walter and Mary Little Lisdarn wins a five year Scholarship tenable at the Royal School Cavan.

Death of Catherine McGrath NT Manorhamilton widow of the late James McGrath MA and mother of Rev Father ABC McGrath and Sister Loreto Saint Louis Nuns Ballymena. She was the mother of 9 children-2 of whom are in religion. Bishop Austin Quinn and the Vicar General of the Diocese Monsignor Dolan PP VG Manorhamilton  were among the many priests who celebrated the funeral Mass along with the chief celebrant Rev Anthony Smith CC in Saint Clare’s Church Manorhamilton with burial afterwards in Saint Mary’s . cemetery Glenfarne.

September 6^th Cavan Gaels luck completely runs out as they crumble to a crafty Crosserlough team in the Senior Football Final before a large crowd on a beautiful day in Breffni Park. The Gaels after the Lord Abbott of Kilnacrott Father Colwell threw in the ball got off to a dream start with Jimmy Sheridan their flying centre forward scoring goals in their first two attacks in the 6^th and 7^th minute. The Gaels tacked on points by Larry Gillen from a 50 Frank Cummins and Cathal Young to lead by 2-3 to Nil after10 minutes. Sheridan was back on 15 minutes to complete his hat trick and the Gaels were coasting to their first senior Championship. Then Crosserlough moved Noel Hanley from right corner forward to centre field to curb the rampant Larry Gillen and Paddy Maguire and the whole trend of the game changed with the lightening fast Jimmy Smith matching Jimmy Sheridan and floating past the cumbersome Colm Smith at his ease. In the second half the Gaels only scored 1 point but a combination of events thwarted their efforts with Jimmy Sheridan dangerous every time he got the ball and in the latter stages he sped past Noel O Reilly to score the Gaels winning goal only for a spectator with allegiances to Crosserlough to clear the ball of the line. The inexperienced Phil Brady referee instead of awarding the Gaels the goal proceeded to hop the ball on the 14 yard line. With time almost up Peter Donohoe placed Jimmy Smith who outpaced the pedestrian Colm Smith and placed his shot well beyond the reach of the advancing Gael’s goalkeeper John O Rourke to win the Final for Crosserlough 3-7 to 3-4. The Gaels really have only themselves to blame and the side line mentors were far too inexperienced and indecisive not using any subs or making the proper switches . The forward line apart from the peerless Jimmy Sheridan and the accuracy of Cathal Young from frees was totally ineffective. While the centre field of Larry Gillen and Paddy Maguire faded substantially after the introduction of the youthful Noel Hanley who had the proverbial ‘stormer’ The backs were pedestrian and their inability to cope with the flying Jimmy ‘The Miller ‘ Smith was crucial to their loss. The intrusion of the spectator robbed the Gaels of a victory they scarcely deserved and Crosserlough after giving the town team a 9 point start just about deserved to win a thrilling sporting and highly entertaining Senior County Final.  Crosserlough Mick McInerney  Noel Lynch Noel O Reilly Captain Phil Maguire Dennis King Brian O Reilly Gerry Duffy Sean Byers Sean Lynch Hubert Gaffney Jim Smith HD Boyle Peter Donohoe and Noel Hanley. Cavan Gaels John ‘Foley’ O Rourke Colm Smith Harry Dowd John Mollaghan Paddy Lyons Jim Meehan Sean Keogan Paddy Maguire Larry Gillen Cathal Young Paddy Tavey John Lennon Johnny Burns  Jimmy Cannon Jimmy Sheridan Captain and Hughie Doonan.

Death of Mary J Power Coleman Road at her residence. She was widow of the late Jack Power the leading plumber and bathroom outfitter in Cavan who had his showroom in the window at the front of his residence. She was an extremely popular resident and practiced Christian charity and was an active member of many of the Sodalities in both the Old and  New Cathedral. Survived by her daughter Rosemary Assistant Secretary Cavan Drama Festival and her daughter Bella proprietor and leader of the famous Power School of Dancing . Mary J Power is also survived by her brothers and sister. Father P J McManus CC officiated at the large funeral in the Cathedral of Saints Patrick and Phelim to Cullies cemetery.    

Brendan Browne now living in Booterstown reaches the Quarter Final of the Irish Junior Lawn Tennis Tournament at Fitzwilliam Tennis Club. He was beaten by the defending champion and ultimate winner Atkins 6-3 3-6 6-1.

Susan  Mulvaney who emigrated to the USA 40 years ago is staying for a holiday with her relations JJ Donohoe Engineer and family Rossa Place. She has lately visited Rome and Lourdes booking with local Travel Agent John McGinnity.

September 13^th 1958 Inspector EJ O Sullivan is promoted to the rank of Superintendent Garda Siochana. Edward came to Cavan in 1955 on promotion from Dundalk as Inspector and is a native of Tullow County Carlow. Sergeant James Moriarity is transferred to Monaghan becoming Detective Sergeant in Cavan while Detective Garda Ted McCarthy is transferred to Killane County Wexford and Garda Patrick Dwyer is transferred to Belturbet while Garda Leo McGowan a native of Sligo comes to Cavan fresh from training in the Depot Phoenix Park.

Dan McCaffrey the famous Cavan All Ireland footballer and native of Stradone is leaving the Garda to take up an appointment with the United Nations Field Services in Jerusalem. The 26 year old former Garda was an outstanding member of Cavan Garda teams and is son of the late Sergeant Dan McCaffrey for many years in charge of Stradone Garda Station.

As the anniversary of the Consecration of the Cathedral fell on Sunday the 14^th September for the first time since 1947, candles were lit in the Cathedral covering all the inside of the altar rails in celebration of this historic event.

WA Ryan on 3 month holiday with Mrs M Cullen Cathedral Road from Nova Scotia. Was last here in 1954 and intends returning with friends to sample the Irish hospitality.

Bridge Club N/S Pat O Neill and Liam Bogue E/W Kathleen Sullivan and Dermot Morgan.

Tommy Aylmer off 13  wins the Book Prize presented by the Professional Phil Lawlor while Hubert Duffy was 2^nd playing off an impressive handicap of 6. Meanwhile George McClarey playing off 22 wins the O Hanlon Cup while JD Ormsby was 2^nd playing off 20.

Death of the legendary Sergeant Michael O Reilly trainer of the winning Cavan teams of 1933 and 1935. Sergeant in the Irish Army, he is father of the trainer of the Dublin team Peter O Reilly the former Dublin and Leinster star. Michael O Reilly is survived by his wife sons and daughters.

Death of Margaret Jane Fegan Drumheckna wife of the late William Fegan . Service in Cavan Parish Church with burial in Denn.

September 25^th 1958 Derry Ulster Champions for the 1^st time  now meet Dublin in the All Ireland Final following their impressive victory over Kerry in the Semi Final. Dublin are seeking their 16^th title and their 1^st since 1942. There is  a big question mark over the Derry defence as the Dublin forwards can be deadly with their fast attractive team work and inter changing style. Derry should have the upper hand at mid field where Jim McKeever and Phil Stuart have been very impressive in their wins against Cavan Down and Kerry. With the continuing development and reconstruction of the new Hogan Stand the attendance is restricted to 70,000 !

Sister Mary Martina eldest daughter of Mrs Frances and the late Bernard Flood receives the Habit making her final vows at a ceremony in the Poor Clare Convent Newry.

Death of Margaret Reilly Drumelis. She was wife of Paddy Reilly Porter in Cavan Surgical Hospital and was ill for some time. She was a very devout religious woman known for her piety and charity over a wide area. Survived by her husband Paddy sons daughters relatives and many friends.

The funeral in the Cathedral was one of the largest seen for many years and was testament to the popularity of the deceased and her family. Burial took place in Cullies cemetery.

Death of Mrs Mackey formerly 4 Coleman Road in Luton England at the home of her daughter in law. Survived by her family and many friends. Funeral took place in Luton Bedfordshire England.

October 4^th 1958 GNR are no more from last Tuesday when the last train pulled out of Cavan for Dundalk at 4.15 pm. No farewells from the  townspeople who seem to have no idea of the consequence with only a few fog horns let off in final salute. The last GNR bus pulled out of Cavan Bus Station for Belturbet at 9.40 pm. From midnight the Services in the Republic will be taken over by CIE and in Northern Ireland by the Ulster Transport Authority.  

Dublin beat Derry 2-12 to 1-9 to deservedly take their 16^th tile as the Dublin forwards Paddy Farnon Johnny Joyce John Timmons Kevin Heffernan Ollie Freeney and Man of the Match Padraig ‘Jock’ Haughey are too clever and experienced for a hesitant and nervous Derry team who never showed anything like the form that brought them to the Final with only centre field Jim McKeever and Phil Stuart outclassing their opposite numbers giving Derry a firm foothold in midfield from which Derry forwards never capitalised on. Dublin led by 0-8 to  0-4 at the interval. Scorers for Dublin   Ollie Freaney 0-7 Paddy Farnon 1-1 Johnny Joyce 1-0 Kevin Heffernan 0-3 and John Timmons 0-1. Simon Deignan of Cavan was an excellent referee. History was made in Croke Park on Sunday when Lar Foley the Dublin full back collected his first All Ireland Senior medal while his brother Des gave a trogan display in the curtain raiser as Dublin beat Mayo in the All Ireland Minor Final.

De La Salle League Finals in Breffni Park Junior Saint Phelim’s 1-4 Saint Patrick’s 1-1. Outstanding for the winners Thomas Greene Owen Roe O Neill Captain Tony Higgins and Oliver Malone who notched 0-3 from frees. Saint Brigid’s 4-7 Saint Michael’s 1-10 in the Intermediate Final Scorers and outstanding for the winners were Jim Mooney Man of the Match with 2-2 Dessie Gilchreest 0-1 Joe McCusker 1-0 Johnny Lynch 1-0 and Oliver Shanaghy Joseph Greene 0-2 each. Senior Final Na Fianna 1-5 Craobh Rua 1-4 stars for the winners included PJ Carroll and Brian ‘Birdie’ O Hanlon Eamonn Flynn Keogh and Philip Fitzsimmons at mid field while Tommy Smith was supreme in the forward line. Man of the Match was Gerard Carroll Craobh Rua who gave a faultless display of catching and running covering in defence helping out in midfield and scoring 1-2 of his team’s total. Scorers for Na Fianna PJ Carroll 1-0 Eamonn Flynn 0-2 PJ Keogh 0-2 and S Smith 0-1. Craobh Rua Tom McNamara 1-0 Gerry Carroll 0-2 Seamus Fitzsimmons 0-1 and Des Lambert 0-1. The referees were Brothers Finbar Francis and Cyril.

John McGinnity brings his second party to Lourdes for the centenary celebrations. The leader of the Pilgrimage was the Prior of Kilnacrott Father CP O Reilly. They left on Tuesday and will return on Saturday.

Harvest Thanksgiving at Cavan Methodist Church is led by Rev JV Farley Rev Dell and the preacher was Rev JV Craig. Scripture  readings by Rev TP Blackstock and the Choir was under Rev G Blackstock with Myrtle Henderson on the organ. Supper was later served in the Manse to all of the congregation.

Cavan Urban Council make a grant of £100 to refurbish the Franciscan Abbey in Abbey Street.

Death of Mrs Mary Dowd Cullies at the residence of her daughter Kathleen Meehan Military Row. She was extremely well known and highly popular with all classes  and creeds. Survived by her husband James Dowd sons daughters relatives and friends. Father AB McGrath officiated at the funeral from the Cathedral of Saints Patrick and Phelim to Saint Brigid’s cemetery Killygarry.

Bridge Club President Doctor Bertie Cullen Captain Surgeon Paddy Maloney Secretary Kathleen Sullivan Treasurer WRC Reardon. Committee Rev Sean O Reilly Saint Patrick’s College Tom C Hickey Jim Leonard AG Hunt and Dermot Morgan.

Gramophone Society Chairman Doctor P Watters Vice Chairman Father AB McGrath Secretary Mary McCarthy Treasurer Maura Baxter. Committee Mrs McDwyer NT Nellie McIntyre Kathleen Brady Tom McConville and Phillip Cullivan.

Margaret Lyons returns to  New York having spent 3 months holiday with her parents Mr and Mrs Michael Lyons Shantemon.

October 11^th 1958 Death of Pope Pius XII Pontiff to over 500 million Catholics throughout the world at the age of 82 at his  private residence in the Vatican. He is hailed by cardinals and bishops as “the most esteemed and  venerated man in the world and the greatest Pope of this century”. Born Eugenio Maria Giuseppe Giovanni Pacelli on March 2^nd 1876 of noble Patrician Roman aristocratic family both of his parents were lawyers specialising in Canon Law and working with the higher echelons of the Vatican Civil Service. Educated both publicly and privately he showed great talent and dedication from an early age and was received by Pope Gregory XVI. Ordained a priest at the age of 21. He was called to the Vatican by Leo 111 in 1901 and served in the ~Vatican Diplomatic Corps becoming a Bishop and later an Archbishop in 1917 when he was only 41 years of age. Elected cardinal in 1929 being the youngest member of the College of Cardinals at 53. On the 2^nd March 1939 he was elected Pope on his 63^rd birthday taking the name Pope Pius XII. Among his greatest achievements was his work among the European Community facing down vigorously the twin evil of Nazism and Communism which led to widespread persecution of Christians throughout the World. He was a great champion for the Jews and deplored the treatment handed out to them by Hitler and his evil allies during the Holocaust. Proclaimed 1950 a Holy Year when millions of Christians from all over the world descended on Rome on pilgrimage for Holy Year. In 1954 he proclaimed the Marian Year in honour of the Queenship of Mary  bringing Christians all over to Marian Shrines throughout the world.  In 1955 he proclaimed May 1^st as the Feast of Saint Joseph the Worker. Very hard working Pope he received over 200,000 people in audience during 1957 and made 98 major addresses.

All GAA games are cancelled throughout Ireland as a mark of respect to the late Pope Pius XII. All County Council Urban Council meetings throughout the land adjourn as a mark of respect while Dail Eireann returning from their Summer holidays immediately adjourn until after the 9 day mourning period. Requiem Mass in the Cathedral Cavan on Monday with all schools business houses and offices closed to allow their staff to attend the Mass which was packed to the doors with many people attending outside and in the porches.

Death of one of Cavan’s greatest old legends Patrick McCaffrey Senior Mitchell Street at his residence at the age of 90. He was one of Cavan’s oldest and most respected residents and was a veteran of the Boer War where he had a full service and pension. He was the founder of the great McCaffrey  business dynasty travelling throughout the country with his ass and cart laden with Hardware and Fruit items. He had a huge clientele throughout the area and covered a different area each day bringing goods and services to a poor impoverished people. Man of great stature and strength he stood out in a crowd with his fine military bearing and gentle decent obliging presence. Survived by his sons daughters grandchildren great grandchildren many relatives and neighbours. There was a very large and representative presence at the funeral and removal with Father PJ Gargan CC officiated and burial in the McCaffrey burial ground in Cullies.

Death of Ellen Reilly Cullies. Survived by her husband Edward and family. She was a very friendly decent popular woman known throughout the area. Father PJ Gargan CC officiated at the funeral from the Cathedral to Cullies cemetery.

October Devotions in the Cathedral each night in honour of Saint Joseph the Worker with Rosary Prayers and Benediction.

Harvest Thanksgiving in the Church of Ireland celebrated by Canon T Clements DD assisted by FJ Patterson Laragh Canon RCH Turkington Rector Kilmore Rev R E Trenier Pastor Cootehill Archdeacon HW Shire Cavan with Mrs Daniels Drumard House on the organ .

Ballymoss ridden by Scobie Breasley and trained by Vincent O Brien at Ballydoyle county Tipperary becomes the first Irish trained horse to win Europe’s richest race the Prix De Arc De Triomphe. The Irish colt is son of a mare that cost just 18 guineas.

Death of Edward Brady Cavan House at a relatively young age. Along with all his family he was an active member of the Old IRA and took a very prominent part in the War of Independence being interred on several occasions by Crown forces. The Cavan House was known as the Headquarters of the IRA and was raided several times a day by both RIC and Military units from the nearby Barracks on Wolfe Tone Street. After the Truce Edward came out of hiding and was appointed Home Assistance Officer for the area. He lost both of his legs in later life and was dependent on Assistants to lift and aid him as he continued to live in the Cavan House in Bridge Street. He was a former playing member of Cavan Slashers and won a Senior County Championship medal in 1892 and later played along with his old friend Mick McGurk Captain and Joe Brady in the All Ireland Semi Final of 1892 when the Slashers were just pipped by Commercials in Dublin’s Clonturk Park. Members of the Old I R A under Charlie Reilly Cavan County Council  formed a  Guard of Honour with the coffin draped in the tricolour. A packed attendance were present in the Cathedral with burial sounding of the last post and volley of shots in Saint Brigid’s cemetery Killygarry.

Death of Patrick J McDwyer 3 Beechwood Park Rathmines who was Secretary of Dublin Chamber of Commerce for the last 10 years Educated at Saint Patrick’s College and UCD he was a native of Killeshandra County Cavan where his father was a Sergeant in the RIC. Survived by his wife son John a student in Saint Mary’s College Rathmines and his daughter Nuala brothers Peter County Registrar Belturbet Doctor Michael A McDwyer Lancashire Doctor Alphonsus McDwyer Rathmines Edward McDwyer NT Ballinagh and sisters Mrs MA Wright and MC McDwyer Dublin.

October 18^th 1958  Pope Pius XII is laid to rest in the Crypt of Saint Peter’s Basilica beside the tomb of Pius X. World linked for the first time by radio and television to all the pomp and ceremony of 9 days of universal mourning. Only leading members of the Roman Curia family members of the Diplomatic Corps and prominent Vatican personalities were allowed into Saint Peter’s for the funeral service with 100,000 packed into Saint Peter’s Square outside. Over 2 million people had filed past the coffin as the Pope lay in state with flags throughout the Catholic world flying at half mast.

CYMS AGM President Charlie Leddy Vice President Tommy Connolly Secretary Larry Clarke Treasurer Eddie McEneaney . Committee John Kinsella Patsy McConnell Frank Fitzpatrick Eamonn Donohoe and Joe Higgins.

Bishop of Kilmore Ardagh and Elphin Charles Tyndall is elected Bishop of Derry. He is son of District Inspector JF Tyndall Portadown and was educated at King’s Hospital and Trinity College. Served in the British Army he studied for a Commission at Trinity College. Served as Bishop of Kilmore from February 1956 and succeeded Rev FJ Mitchell Bishop of Down and Conor. Bishop Tyndall is married to a daughter of the late Rev RJ Mitchell Newtownforbes County Longford. `

Saint Patrick’s Conference of Saint Vincent De Paul celebrates the centenary of its foundation in 1858 with Bishop Quinn officiating at High Mass in the Cathedral of Saints Patrick and Phelim followed by a Group meeting in the Conference Room in the Cathedral.

Mr and Mrs Jack McCarthy and their 2 ½ year old son Dermot are staying with Dermot McCarthy Rock Cross County Manage for a protracted 2 month holiday. Jack is a Director of the National Bank of Commerce in Chicago.

Cavan Bridge Club N/S Nell Arnold and Pat O Neill  E/W Mrs Reardon and Mrs Sullivan.

Bishop Quinn is the chief celebrant of the Requiem Mass for the late Pontiff Pius XII in the Cathedral assisted by Fathers Pat Gaffney James A Carroll  Pat Brady and Master of Ceremonies Charles Travers all from Saint Patrick’s College. Father AB McGrath and the Cathedral Choir supplied the solemn music for the occasion. Children’s Mass on Thursday was attended by all the schools of the Parish and celebrated by Father P J Gargan CC while in Dublin all businesses were closed for the duration of the Requiem Mass in the Pro Cathedral with all music dancing cinema closed for the week as a mark of respect.

October 25^th 1958 Speculation continues to mount as the Cardinals are locked away in the Sistine Chapel to elect a new Pope. The winner will require 2/3 +1 and all canopies will drop apart from that of the elected Pope. After each Ballot the votes are burnt with wet straw giving off black smoke but in the event of one of the Cardinals being elected then the ballots will be burnt in dry straw giving off white smoke and signalling the election of a new Pope to the thousands patiently waiting the outcome in Saint Peter’s Square.

Virginia inspired by Man of the Match and captain Eamonn Matthews beat Ballinagh 2-3 to 1-3 in the County Junior Football Final in Breffni Park. Hugh Barney Donohoe was outstanding for Virginia and scored the winning goal in the last minute. In the Minor Final Gowna were much too  good for a disappointing Cootehill team 4-5 to 1-3. There was a 2 minutes silence as a mark of respect to the late Pope Pius XII with the National Flag at half mast.

Death of James McEvoy Alackan at the age of 89. Survived by his son James .Later in the same week James’ wife Anne died after a short illness at the age of 42. She was mother of Rev FatherJohn McEvoy CSSP and Rev Mother Mary Magdalen Holy Rosary Sisters Killeshandra. Large contingent of priests from Kimmage Manor assisted Father AB McGrath who officiated at both funerals from Saint Brigid’s Church Killygarry to the adjoining cemetery.

Presbyterian Harvest Thanksgiving with Rev AL Jenkins soloists Olive Creighton Lisbellaw assisted by Rev James McAdam BA Ballybay and Rev TP Blackstock Cavan .

Cavan Comaltas Ceolteoiri Eireann 1958 Chairman Doctor Brian Galligan Vice Chairman Bill O Hanlon Treasurer Mrs Galligan and Sean Sharkey Secretary Lena Murtagh

Eileen Clarke a   native of Alackan and former pupil in Crubany joins the Civil Service in London.

November 1^st 1958 Cardinal Angelo Giuseppe Roncalli Patriarch of Venice is elected Pope and takes the name Pope John  XX111. After 3 days of balloting the Cardinals come up with an Italian but a complete outsider from common stock on the 11^th Ballot after which white smoke poured from the chimney of the Sistine Chapel to the delight of over 300,000 packed into Saint Peter’s Square. The new Pope was introduced after the usual announcement “Gaudeamus habeamus Papam” staying 4 minutes on the balcony and imparting his Apostolic Blessing. The Coronation of the new Pope will be in a 4 hour ceremony on Tuesday the Feast of Saint Charles Boremeo whom the new Pope has completed a 7 volume biography. The Taoiseach Eamonn De Velera will represent Ireland at the ceremony in Rome.

Parochial Week in the Town Hall with items by the Nomads Boy Scouts Girls Club. Wheel of fortune £120 Whist Drive Sale of Work and Pongo for 9 days all in aid of Parochial funds.

Chamber of Commerce again in danger of folding up as only 9 members turn up to a very important meeting and fail to constitute a forum. Present were Austin McDonald Chairman George Maloney junior Secretary Tom  McKenna Treasurer B O Reilly John Coulter FR McNulty G McNeill –Ross and Doctor Brian Galligan.

Death of the inimitable Phil Wray Emmett Place. Phil was a very well known traditional fiddler and played with several Ceilidhe Bands in the area. Predeceased by his wife several years ago, he is survived by his sons and daughters. Funeral in the Cathedral was large and very representative with Father PJ McManus officiating assisted by Father J Dollalrd Longford and burial in Saint Felim’s cemetery Ballinagh.

CYMS Whist Top Score Jimmy Costello 1^st Lady Mrs Duffy and 2^nd and 3^rd tie Mrs Casey and Mrs Smith.1^st Gent Patrick Lee 2^nd Thomas Clarke.

November 5^th 1958 In a ceremony lasting from 7.30 am to 11.30 am Pope John XXIII is crowned Supreme Pontiff as Cardinal Cialli places the Tierra adorned with 3 crowns saying “Thou are father of Princes and Kings-Guide of the World and Vicar on Earth  of Jesus Christ Our Lord”. Later the new Pope is greeted by 500,000 people in Saint Peter’s Square as millions watched or listened to the ceremonies throughout the Globe.

Father Thomas Halton is conferred with his  MA 1^st Class Honours at UCD.  Father Halton is a native of Kilnaleck and a Professor in Saint Patrick’s College was ordained in 1950.

Bill Henry Ken Browne Des Jenkins and his Orchestra Maxie and Marion Doyle from Kells are among the outstanding stars at the record breaking Parochial Week in the Town Hall.

Beatrice Maloney youngest daughter of  George and Eileen Maloney Farnham Street is conferred with her BSc at UCD.

Dog and Gun Club 1958 Chairman Willie O Hanlon Vice Chairman Tommy Donohoe Secretary Jimmy McEntee Treasurer Phil Reilly Committee Father PJ Gargan CC Ned McKiernan Barney Connolly Tom Maguire Brian Smith

 and Eugene O Reilly.

Cavan UDC with Michael Young presiding and proposing a vote of sympathy with the Cardinals on the death of Pope Pius XII and heartiest congratulations on the election of Pope John XXIII seconded by the only Protestant member of the Council Robert Simpson.

November 15^th 1958 After years of wrangling and Court actions Thomas Brady Church Street is awarded damages of £5,600 and costs in his action against McCarren and Company Cavan by the Supreme Court compensation for a fall at McCarren’s where the plaintiff broke vertebra in his back and damaged  his shoulder rendering him unfit for work again.

Over 90 tables at Parochial Week Monster Whist in the Town Hall. All the events attracted capacity attendances.

Captain John J Connolly McKee Barracks and native of Threemile House County Monaghan is appointed Chief Fire Officer for Cavan replacing the very popular Aidan Madden who has gone on promotion  to Clonmel. Captain Connolly has 10 years experience with the Army Engineering Corps and was originally in charge of the Fire Service at the Curragh Training Camp. He will take up his new appointment in Cavan on January 1^st 1959.

Tom Maloney age 26 son of George V and Eileen Maloney opens his new Self Drive Car business at McCurtain Street Cork. The official opening was performed by AA Healy TD. Tom was formerly Manager of Ryan’s Car Hire Service Cork.

Cavan Bridge Club N/S A G Hunt and Tommy McCormick E/W Joan O Hanlon and Jim Leonard.

Memorial plaque to the late great Dean Askins MA former Dean of Kilmore by the Bishop Elect of Derry CJ Tyndall DD assisted by Canon Turkington Archdeacon HW Shire and Rev John Anderson MA Royal School Cavan and Chaplain to the Bishop. The Preacher was FW Grant Dean of Kilmore.

November 23^rd 1958 New Pope starts wide sweeping reforms in the Vatican  naming 23 new Cardinals to bring the Sacred College to its full strength for the 1^st time in 372 years. Among those named are Most Rev Dr Godfrey Archbishop of Westminster Dr RJ Cushing  Archbishop of Boston and Doctor JF O Hara Archbishop of Philadelphia.

Death of Thomas Drum 23 Saint Phelim’s Place. He was one of Cavan’s oldest and most respected citizens being a Blacksmith for over 50 years in Puddin Lane. Survived by his 1 son and 1 daughter. Funeral in Saint Patrick and Phelim’s Cathedral Cavan to Killygarry cemetery.

Death of Matthew eldest son of Mr and Mrs  Patrick Smith Pullamore in London.

November 29^th 1958 Edith Tilson Shopkeeper Bridge Street is awarded £72-14-6 at Cavan District Court after she tripped fell and broke her finger on Christmas Eve 1956 as she emerged from Johnny Brady’s Drapery Store. LCP Smith was for the defendants and Reid and Farris appeared for the Plaintiff.

Cavan Gaels beat Bailieborough 3-6 to 1-5 in the Senior Divisional League Final at Virginia in ideal weather conditions.

Inspector S Sheehan replaces Superintendent Edward O Sullivan in Cavan. The new Inspector is a  native of Drumcollogher county Limerick.

Sudden and untimely death of Charles Clarke 38 Saint Phelim’s Place at the age of 48. Very experienced highly  regarded member of the staff of McCarren and Company who formed a Guard of Honour at both the Removal and the Funeral. Father Joe Dolan Adm officiated at the large and representative funeral to Cullies.

December 6^th 1958 Rev EFK Moore Archdeacon of Glendalough is elected Bishop of Kilmore Elphin and Ardagh to replace Dr Tyndall who is going to Derry as Bishop after only 2 years service in Kilmore at a Joint Synod in the Protestant Hall where Rev JF Gregg Archbishop of Armagh presided. Bishop Moore was born in 1906 in Cootehill where his father was Rector. Educated at Drogheda Grammar School and Trinity College where he was an Exhibition Scholar. Took his BA in 1928 and in the process won the prestigious Toplady Prize in 1929. Took his MA in 1940 and PhD in 1944. Ordained for the Parish of Bray in 1930, he was Curate in Clontarf from 1932-1934. He was Incumbent of Castledermot 1934-1940 incumbent Greystones from 1940 .Canon of Christchurch Cathedral in 1951 and was installed as Archdeacon of Glendalough in 1957. In 1932 he married Olive Scott daughter of Rev Chancellor Scott Bray. He will be ordained Bishop of Kilmore Ardagh and Elphin on the Feast of the Epiphany 6^th January 1959.

Death of Mary McMahon relict of John McMahon 14 Emmett Place Cavan. She is survived by her sons daughters and other relatives. Funeral from the Cathedral to Cullies cemetery.

Cavan At Home Week 1959 President Father Joe Dolan Adm Chairman Gerry Lovett Vice Chairman Michael Young UDC Treasurer P Flynn Secretary Carmel McDonald.

Gramophone Society Tom McConville gave a most enjoyable Recital this week and next week Maura Baxter will give the Recital.

Opening announcement for the Classic 34 Bridge Street on Friday 12^th  December 1958 formerly the premises of Packy Leonard one of Cavan’s most legendary sons. Now being reopened by Packy’s daughter Mrs Thomas Smith (Kathleen) promises service courtesy and value stocking Christmas cards sweets candles stationery and calendars.

December 13^th 1958 Pearse Gilroy youngest son of Tommy and Ellen Gilroy Coleman Road is pictured demonstrating the art of the ‘Hoola Hoop’ after he won the competition at Saint Patrick’s College Christmas Bazaar in the Town Hall.

New Loreto Past Pupils Union at Loreto College for the 1^st time elected in the presence of Rev Mother Ignatius Superior.  President Rita Kenny Belturbet Vice President Kathleen Kenny Cavan Secretary Sheila Prunty Treasurer  Bella Power Cavan.

Death of Elizabeth Brady widow of the late Augustus ‘Gussie’ Brady Church Street.  She was deservedly popular over a wide area. Native of Corlough Bawnboy, she was niece of Canon Kelly PP VF Ballinamore and cousin of Rev M Kelly Killdallen. She was sister in law of Father Joe Brady PP Belturbet. She is survived by 2 sons 2 daughters brothers and sisters. Rev AB McGrath officiated at the large and representative funeral from the Cathedral to Killygarry. 

Death of  Angus McGowan Portstewart at Bon Maria Hospital after a long illness. Survived by his sister Mrs Elizabeth Johnston Wolfe Tone Street and Bridget Ryan Connolly Street.

Cavan Bridge Club N/S Maura Cullen and Kathleen Brady E/W M O Sullivan and  Kathleen Sullivan.

December 20^th 1958 “Happy Christmas and a Prosperous New Year from Smyth’s 60 Main Street Cavan Phone 88”.

Santa will tour the streets of  the town before arriving on the Fire Engine at the Town Hall where he will distribute Christmas presents to hundreds of children from the Parish. Collection is now being taken up to defray the expenses.

Pavilion Dance back in the Pavilion which was beautifully decorated with spot prizes for each dance.

Turkey Market,  big demand and even bigger supply with Cocks from 2/7 per lb and Hens from 3/6. Later in the day the prices plummeted to 2/- and 2/9 per lb with many of the suppliers bringing home their stock.

Matt Rudden is  a very worthy winner of the Ulster Intermediate Cross Country title hosted by Laragh AC over a very testing course with in excess of 100 athletes participating. Newry Shamrocks were very impressive with Belfast Harriers and Laragh tied for 2^nd place. Both the Intermediate and Youth’s NACAI took place on the one day. Matt Rudden led all the way to be followed home by P Kearns and J McAllister Newry Shamrocks.

December 25^th Saint Patrick’s College Cavan Past Pupils Union President John Neary Dublin Secretaries T M Gilroy and Father Tom Halton MA  Assistant Secretary Benny Hickey Treasurer Michael Neary.

Parishioners of Glendalough present the new Bishop of Kilmore with his Episcopal ring at a function in the Chapter House Christchurch Cathedral Dublin.

County Cavan Golf Club 1959 President Surgeon Bertie Cullen Captain Tommy Aylmer Treasurer AJ Ormsby Secretary Dermot Morgan Assistant Secretary Dr F P E Smith. Committee Louis Blessing Jack Binchey Dr MA Cooney Bob Henderson TC Hickey Augustine Kenny Jim Leonard Edward O Hanlon WP O Hanlon and Jim Rafter. Ladies President Dorie Smith Captain Eileen Morgan Secretary Olive Black Treasurer Molly Finnegan Competitions Secretary Maisie Magee.

Busy Christmas Week in the shops in Cavan culminates with the outstanding Steadfast Brass and Reed Band from Carrickmacross parading the Town on Christmas Eve. The Band who played both Seasonal and Christmas numbers are made up of employees of Steadfast Boots and Shoes Carrickmacross.

Death of Michael John Brady at the age of 24 who was killed in an accident in South Wales to where he emigrated 9 years ago. He is son of Mr and Mrs Michael Brady 4 Saint Aidans Terrace Cavan. Prayers for the repose of his soul are recited in the Cathedral of Saints Patrick and Phelim.

John Gear is pictured on his way to defeating Eamonn Marron in the Final of the Billiard Handicap in Cavan CYMS.

General Charles De Gaulle is elected the first President of France at the age of 68. He thus becomes the most powerful Head of the French State since Emperor Napoleon III in 1852.

 January 2^nd  1959 Cavan At Home Week 1959 features Question Time with Joe Linane RTE,  Girl’s Club Christmas Revels, Boy Scout’s Musical Society, ~All Ireland Comaltas Concert and 2 performances of ‘The Whole Town is Talking’ with the Cavan Players.

Death of Margaret Simons at an advanced age at her residence 93 Main Street. She was widow of the famous Arthur Simmons PC a member of Cavan UDC for many years. Funeral from the Church of Ireland Parish Church to the New Cemetery.

Death of Frank Brady Billis well known gardener on Christmas Day at Saint Phelim’s Hospital. Survived by his 2 sisters. Father Joe Dolan Adm officiated at the funeral from the Cathedral  to Cullies cemetery.

Death of Kate Smith O Rahilly Street a very well known and highly respected member of the Community. She was sister of Mrs Charles Smith Tydavnett Monaghan B Duignan Swellan Mrs O Neill Imperial Hotel and Susan Brady Tierlahood Stradone. Father PJ Gargan CC officiated at the funeral from the Cathedral to Killygarry cemetery.

Death of Margaret Geraghty Coleman Road at the age of 80. She was widow of the late Andrew Geraghty CIE Cavan Station a long time member of Cavan Urban Council . Her death has come as a desperate shock to all her many friends as she was only sick for a short time. She is survived by her sons daughters and other relatives. Funeral from the Cathedral was large and representative with burial in Saint Brigid’s cemetery Killygarry.

Death of Annabella Duke (Nina) Fagan Glenlara Swellan Cavan. Youngest daughter of Mr and Mrs James Fagan. Survived by her sister Alice Elizabeth (Dolly)Fagan. Funeral from her home to Kilmore Cathedral where the Venerable Archdeacon HW Shire BA assisted by Rev Canon RCH Turkington BA officiated with burial in Kilmore Church Yard.

Death of Jeremiah J McNamara Trim Road Navan at the age of 66. He was horticulturist with Meath County Council for the last 23 years and was a former horticulturist with Cavan County Council residing at Urney Terrace Church Street from 1921-1935. Well known weight thrower of Olympic Games standard. He was very well known at sports throughout the midlands Native of Mallow County Cork he was Chairman of Meath  County Board  NACAI and Vice President of the Leinster Council.

Cavan CYMS Whist Top Score Benny Cafferty Ladies 1^st Mrs P Reilly 2^nd Katie Murphy Gents 1^st Jimmy Costello 2^nd Jeremiah Casey.

Only sign of the New Year in Cavan is again when the Labour Band parade the town at midnight to bid farewell to 1958 and welcome in 1959 with stirring seasonal airs reverberating around the deserted town.

January 10^th 1959 Wettest year since 1954 with 44.93 inches of rain recorded at the Weather Station at Kevitt Castle which reported rain on 240 days. In 1954 48.30 inches fell while in 1957 it was comparatively drier with only 42.23 inches falling.

Death of James McCabe Latnadrona Crosserlough at the age of 102-he was Cavan’s oldest man. He took an active part in the Land League and represented Cavan on the Central Council being on first name terms with Charles Stuart Parnell. He was widely known for his ability to heal sick cattle and never took a fee or reward for his interventions. He was in perfect health up to his death having the use of all his faculties.

Rev Dr Edward Moore is installed as Bishop of Kilmore at a glittering ceremony in Saint Patrick’s Cathedral Armagh. Most Rev Dr Gregg who is retiring this year was chief celebrating prelate while the sermon was preached by Rev Fergus W Day Rector of Christ Church Cathedral Dublin .

Outstanding performance by Cavan ICA as they once again defeat Cavan County Council in Question Time with Joe Linane Radio Eireann at ‘Cavan At Home Week’. The individual winners were 1^st Maura Baxter ‘Saint Aidan’s and 2^nd Jimmy Dawson Keadue Lodge. Teams ICA Nellie McIntyre Joan Hickey Maura Baxter Peace Adams Mary Connolly MPSI and Mrs Jimmy Dawson. Cavan County Council Carmel McDonald Philip Cullivan Harry O Connell Dr P Coleman John Lyng and Richard T McCarthy.

Stars of the variety entertainment at the well supported Cavan At Home Week are Bill Henry George V Maloney Junior Michael Harding Jack Binchey Bill Galvin and Philip Cullivan. Boy Scout’s Musical Society stage ‘It Happened in Chiptown’ a modern adaptation of the ‘Pirates of Penzance’ scripted and directed by Father Torlac O Reilly Saint Patrick’s College Cavan. The Girls’ Club staged several sketches including ‘Christmas in Killarney’ Strolling in the Park’ ‘Gypsies in Camp’ ‘It Could Happen to You’ ‘Old Favourites ‘‘Rendezvous’ and ‘Irish Parlour’ with Eileen Morgan on the piano and Sarah Cullen producer.

January 17^th 1959 Aer Lingus carry over ½ million passengers and 9,100 ton of cargo during 1958. Passenger numbers are up 50,000 from 1957.

Paddy O Reilly Athbara and a native of Drumullagh Drumlane one of the great legends of Cavan GAA retires as County Treasurer after 56 years unbroken service. With John P O Hanlon Anglo Celt Andy McEntee 57 Upper Main Street Cavan (Breffni Bar) and Joe Smith Courthouse he reorganised the GAA in Cavan in 1903 following a meeting in the Temperance Hall. He was Cavan’s first Representative at Central Council in 1903 and first Representative to Ulster Council in 1904. He was Cavan’s first ever Delegate to Congress in Thurles in 1903. He was in turn Chairman Treasurer and Secretary Cavan County Board, being Treasurer when Cavan won their 1^st All Ireland and  Chairman when Cavan won their 2^nd All Ireland in 1935. He served as Treasurer Cavan County Board from 1926-1958 and was honoured in his Golden Jubilee Year with a special Banquet and Presentation by his fellow Gaels. Meticulous in his dealings and preparation he oversaw a revolution in the fortunes of Cavan GAA which could never have been foreseen in the early 1900s. Paddy Donohoe defeated TM Gilroy for the position of Treasurer at Cavan County Convention by 70 votes to 41.

Death of Philip A Smyth on Thursday 8^th January 1959 at his residence Upper Main Street Cavan. Founder of the widely known and highly successful drapery Store ’PA Smyth and Company’. He was also the proprietor of the ‘Erskine Hotel’ formerly ‘McCabe’s Hotel’ which adjoined the Drapery Store. Established since 1917 his family are well known in business circles in Cavan and neighbouring counties. Universally known as P A he was an outstanding business man and entrepreneur specialising in ladies’ and  gents’ clothes and outfitting. He was brother of Rev Michael Smyth Pastor Baltimore USA the late Rev JJ Smyth Harrisburg USA and Bernard F Smyth London and Mrs E Tuite Virginia. He is survived by his wife Eileen son Philip daughters Eileen McNamee Dublin Maura McEntee Monaghan. The funeral from the Cathedral of Saints Patrick and Phelim was one of the biggest seen in Cavan for many years with burial in Saint Brigid’s Cemetery Killygarry.

Pat Dowd Ardamagh Ballyhaise is appointed Town Clerk of Ennis County Clare. He was previously a Clerical Officer in Louth County Council 1952 and Town Clerk Clones in 1950.

Death of Thomas O Mahoney Saint Brigid’s Terrace who was a former serving member of the Irish Army. Survived by his sons daughters and other relatives. Father A B McGrath officiated at the large and representative funeral from the Cathedral of Saints Patrick and Phelim to Cullies cemetery.

January Cavan ICA are pictured celebrating their 6^th Birthday with Phyllis Farris blowing out the candles on the cake at a function in the Ulster Arms Hotel. Molly Finnegan Secretary M Brady Vice President RS Morris secretary and Dorie Smith National President are all on hand to give Phyllis a hand.

Cavan Players are pictured following their 2 sell out shows in the Town Hall  with ‘The Whole Town is Talking’ Front Row Miriam Healy Cecilia Joy Marie and Kathleen McGinnity H.G McKay and Emily Devaney. Back Row Eugene Monaghan Una Healy Joe Berwick Mary Smith Mel Doherty Phyllis Smith Edwin Carolan Seamus (Ba) Fay and Jimmy Mallon.

Sympathy is extended to Sergeant and Mrs Hennelly on the tragic death of their son Harry aged 17 who fell from the pier at Enniscrone and was swept out to sea. Sergeant Hennelly is a former Irish and Golden Gloves boxer and is the present trainer of the Irish Senior Boxing team.

January 24^th 1959 Rev Edward F B Moore is enthroned as Bishop of Kilmore at a ceremony in Saint Phelim’s Cathedral Kilmore.The attendance included his son Rev J E Moore BA Knock County Down. Bishop Moore was introduced to  the Diocese by Dean Grant and Archdeacon Shire and to the Parish by Dean Turkington of Kilmore. He was accompanied by his Chaplain Rev John Anderson Headmaster Royal School.

Death of one of Cavan’s oldest and best established business personalities Bridget Hickey Bridge Street She was founder and Director of both the Butcher Shop and the high class Confectionery shop at Lower Main Street. Deservedly popular she was very religious and charitable taking a full part in all the activities at the Cathedral. Survived by her six sons Patrick Inspector Department of Posts and Telegraphs RB Hickey Butcher Cavan Michael Butcher Cavan Joseph Hickey Aer Lingus Tom C Hickey Dentist  and 2 daughters Margaret and Betty. Father Joe Dolan Adm officiated at the funeral from the Cathedral to Killygarry which was one of the biggest ever seen in the area and a fitting tribute to a great lady.

Lord Farnham 12^th Baron marries Diana Marion Gunnis Secretary at Holy Trinity Church Brompton London at a ceremony in London.

Ethna Nee a pupil of Saint Clare’s School and daughter of Elizabeth and the late Laurence Nee Abbey Street is the winner of the National Post Essay Competition ‘Why we should Save’ !

February Cavan Chamber of Commerce in danger of collapse as only a very poor attendance show up for the AGM in the Farnham. Those present included Tom McKenna AM Smith Seamus Fox Liam Bogue Joe Finegan JJ Keogan G McNeill- Ross FM Hayes Pat Hourican and John Coulter. Apologies due to sickness from President Austin McDonald and F R McNulty.

Death of James McCabe 49 Sandymount Road Dublin at the age of 88. Native of Drumcrave he was a former member of the RIC and was father of Dr James McCabe Father Bob McCabe Saint Patrick’s College and Kathleen McCabe Sandymount. Funeral to Bangor County Down.

Death of Richard O Reilly Boot Shoe Maker College Street at his residence. Survived by his wife Bridget and son Thomas. Father PJ Gargan CC officiated at the well attended funeral in the Cathedral with burial later in Saint Phelim’s cemetery Ballinagh.

Sullivan’s extensive hardware store at 1 Main Street is sold to Saint Joseph’s Abbey Poor Clare Convent by Mrs John Marron at an undisclosed amount. The family will continue to operate ‘The Sweet Shop’ at 1 Church Street.

January 31^st 1959 Death of one of Cavan’s greatest Gael John ‘Spotty’ Brady Wolfe Tone Street at the age of 88. He was the last surviving member of the great Cavan Slashers team who won the County Championship in 1891 and represented Cavan in the All Ireland Final in Clonturk Park against Dublin Champions ‘Young Ireland’s’. He was a founder member of Cavan Dog and Gun Club and in his prime hunted and went fishing each weekend. Predeceased by his wife just 3 years ago. He is survived by his 3 sons John in England Patrick Jamaica and Peter in Cavan daughters Agnes Heuston Ballyjamesduff  Molly Deveraux Josie Nesbitt New York Miss Rose Brady Cavan and Alice McCann Wolfe Tone street. The coffin was carried from the Cathedral by members of Cavan Gaels GFC who also formed a Guard of  Honour walking on both sides of the hearse. Father P J Gargan officiated at the well attended representative funeral from the Cathedral with burial in Cullies cemetery.

John V Kelly a former playing member of Redhills GFC and just back from practising Law in New York sets up his own Solicitor’s practice at 39 Church Street. He is youngest son of Mrs E Kelly Redhills and brother of PJ Kelly Solicitor Manorhamilton.

Cavan Bridge Club N/S Father Frank McKiernan and Tommy McCormick E/W Cyril and Nell Arnold.

Social and presentation to John  Sheanon Ambulance Driver in Saint Felim’s Hospital. The presentation was made by the Matron Sister Mercy and the Superintendent Paddy O Reilly while music was supplied by Pee Galligan Micheal O Callaghan and Paddy McEntee. The Cavan Dance Troupe danced hornpipes reels and jigs while  Mel Doherty gave a one man show of sketches and yarns that had the entire audience in stitches of laughter. Ms Fay Bannon and O Reilly sang topical and Irish airs while Sean Wood was the outstanding MC.

February 7^th 1959 Due to the downturn in attendances at the 1958 Cavan Drama Festival the committee announce that Season tickets will now sell at £1 rather than 25 shillings. A full programme of Irish and English plays is on offer with troupes travelling from all over Ireland. PJ O Connor will again be the Adjudicator while the Patron is Father Joe Dolan Adm Chairman Tom Fitzpatrick Vice Chairman Seamus Gilheaney Secretary Nellie McIntyre Assistant Secretary Rosemary Power and Treasurer J J Keoghan.

This week’s recital at Cavan Gramophone Society will be given by Michael Harding Rock Cross while next week the recital will be given by Samuel Johnston Farnham Street.

February 14^th 1959 Jack J Halpin Ford Lodge is elected President of the Incorporated Law Society. He is the first Solicitor from Cavan and Ulster to hold the office which is the highest honour his colleagues in the Legal profession can bestow on him. Judge Sweeney at Cavan Circuit Court pays tribute to Jack Halpin who he describes as a worthy recipient of the honour. T F Roe on behalf of the Bar Association Peter McDwyer on behalf of the Solicitors practicing on the Circuit and Peter McDwyer County Registrar lso paid tribute to Mr Halpin for attaining this honour for himself Cavan Ulster and the minority from which he comes from.

Cavan Chamber of Commerce 1959 President A F McDonald Secretary George V Maloney  Treasurer Tom McKenna Committee Stephen Keaveney Solicitor Robert Mackeral Jim Leonard Alfred Myles Smith Solicitor FR McNulty Liam Bogue John Coulter Seamus Fox and G H Black. The Chamber later issued a statement that “The Chamber is a Tourist Association  a Ratepayer’s Association a Business Association which can make contact from county Cavan with any other business person in the rest of the world”

Surgeon Paddy Maloney thanks everybody who packed out the Town Hall on the occasion of the annual Nurse’s Dance in aid of the  Nurse’s Benevolent Society.

A T Lucas MA Curator of the National Museum is the guest speaker at the annual general meeting of Cumainn Seanchais Bhreifne.

Maeve McDonald gave the most enjoyable recital at Cavan Gramophone Society with Samuel Johnston next week’s recitalist.

Tommy McGovern younger brother of the legendary Pat native of Glangevlin takes over the General Grocery and Provision Store at Bridge Street Cavan from Sean Magee who has emigrated with his wife and family to Canada. Tommy  is a former employee in Magee’s (Tom Boylan’s).

February 21^st 1959 Dr Antonio Riberi is appointed the Papal Nuncio to Ireland after serving for a number of years as Papal Internuncio in Ireland.

2^nd Annual Anglo Celt Dinner Dance in the Ulster Arms. Guests of honour were the management and their wives William P and Nuala Edward and Airmid and Fred and Joan O Hanlon Directors. The Chairman Andy McEntee proposed the toast of’ Ireland ‘ Jimmy McEntee ‘The Management’ P J McCaffrey ‘Our Guests’ . Highlight of the evening was the 1^st public performance of the Anglo Celt’s Skiffle Group while Stan Mullery and Tom McCusker accompanied the artistes on the piano and drums.

Mick Downes on his way to work in McCarren’s notices the thatch of the picturesque residence of the Station Master Patrick Quinn and family ablaze alerting and evacuating the house with Mr and Mrs Quinn and their 4 young children brought to safety and calling Cavan Fire Brigade to the scene which was fully extinguished by 11 AM  with no loss of life. Known far and near as a tourist attraction the 2 storey thatched residence was the last of its kind in this part of the country and the thatch was to be renewed this week.

Death of Susan O Reilly wife of Dr John O Reilly TD Tullyvin at Our Lady of Lourdes Nursing Home Drogheda. She is survived by her sons Father Sean O Reilly Dean Saint Patrick’s College Dr Peter England Dr Seamus England Hugh O Reilly MRCVS Dundalk daughters Mrs J Hogg Headford and Anna J O Reilly Tullyvin.

Stephen Keaveney purchases the premises on  a 26 year Lease with annual rent of £45 for £600. The Auctioneer was Edward O Gorman and Alfred Myles Smith Solicitor had carriage of sale.

February 28^th 1959 Cumainn Seanchais Bhreifne 1959 Patron Bishop Austin Quinn  President Dr Philip O Connell MA PhD Chairman Father Tom Halton MA Saint Patrick’s College Cavan Vice Chairman Tom Barron NT Treasurer Brid Sheridan who replaces Leslie Kennedy Jeweller Cavan Secretary Father Frank McKiernan Saint Patrick’s College. Committee Fathers Pat Brady Augustus Leydon  Rev W E Drury MA Dr Brian Galligan M/S Seamus Gilheaney Liam Kelly Owenie McGovern NT B O Mordha BA James Gillick Bernard Stacey Michael Neary Seamus Dolan NT and B O Reilly.

Clare Flood daughter of Frances and the late Bernard Flood 12 Bridge Street marries Thomas Hourican a native of Lough Gowna in New York.

Six Bulls the property of the Honourable Lord Farnham fetch a total of £1,200 at the Cattle Sale in the RDS Dublin.

Death of Jane Anderson sister of the Rev John Anderson The Royal School in Ballyoran Portadown.

March 3^rd 1959 Death of Alice Finnegan NT Corlurgan at her residence 22 Munster Street Phibsboro Dublin 7. She was a very well known teacher and was active in the formation of many organisations for the advancement of education in both Cavan and Dublin. She was a member of one of Cavan’s oldest and most respected families being a sister of the late Bishop Patrick Finnegan Bishop of Kilmore 1917-1937 and niece of Bishop Bernard Finnegan. She is survived by one sister Mary her niece Molly NT nephew Jim relatives and many friends. Father AB McGrath officiated at the large and well represented funeral from the Cathedral to Cullies cemetery. The attendance included Monsignor D Fitzpatrick PP VG Cootehill.

Cavan CYMS stage one of Cavan’s biggest ever Whist Drives in the Town Hall with 414 players in attendance from all over the adjoining counties in searh of the big money prizes. Top Score £50 Mr McLoughlin Longford Ladies Katie Smith Colman Road and Mrs Agnew Newbliss Gent’s PJ Masterson Bruce Arva tied with Patsy Walsh Breffni Terrace 2^nd tie Hugh Donohoe Caulfield Tullyco and Edward O Reilly College Street.

Cavan Bridge Club N/s Eileen Maloney and Norman Cinnamond E/W Jim Leonard and Jim Rafter.

Congratulations to Billy Phair Drumullen pictured with specimen brown trout caught on a spinner at Lough Oughter. 

Tommy Nee beats Joe Connolly Earlsvale in the Final of the Tommy Connolly Snooker Cup at Cavan CYMS. The trophy was presented to Tommy Nee by the donor with Joe Connolly and  Charlie Leddy also in picture.

Mr and Mrs John Morgan from Dublin well known in Bridge circles win the prestigious Surgeon Cullen Perpetual Cup at Cavan Bridge Club with Mr Dent and Mr Glennon Longford 2^nd. In the Mitchell Cup N/S Rev Dr V Morris and Mrs JN Egan Monaghan with E/W PJ Deery and GA Commins Dundalk. Surgeon Maloney Captain returned thanks on behalf of the Cavan Club who  staged the event in the Farnham Hotel.

March 21^st 1959 President and Mrs O Kelly on 3 day State Visit to the USA arrive in Washington on Saint Patrick’s Day to be greeted by President Eisenhower wearing a green tie. Instead of the traditional red carpet a green carpet was rolled out as thousands lined the route to the White House all sporting Irish colours in honour of the visitors and The National Apostle Saint Patrick.

Closing of the famous Cavan/Leitrim Railway on March 31^st to be marked by the Anglo Celt with a special commemorative article recalling the personalities and events that occurred during the 76 years history of the World famous ‘Narrow Gauge’.

No  special ceremonies or events to mark Saint Patrick’s Day 1959 apart from Mass and Benediction in the Cathedral on the  evening of the Feast of the National Apostle and the appearance of the Labour Band sporting shamrock and playing well  rehearsed stirring Irish airs on a bitterly cold day.

Fashions for both the over size and smaller ladies’ styles are displayed at the packed Vera Brady Fashion Show in the Town Hall in aid of local charities. Three unnamed child mannequins from the town modelled children’s clothes.

Death of Renee E Scythes widow of the late John Scythes Upper Main Street (Paddy Power’s). Sympathy is extended to the family. Archdeacon Shire assisted by Canon RC Turkington and Rev GPS Scythes officiated at the funeral from Cavan Parish Church to Kilmore Graveyard.

March 28^th 1959 End of the line for Cavan/Leitrim Railway which is passing into history after 76 years service for economic reasons. The ‘Narrow Gauge’ was an integral part of the Irish way of life. Listed are the last Station Masters on the line P McNamara Ballinamore P O Donnell Ballyconnell M Twoomey Dromod Mrs Plunkett Halt Keeper Arigna W Grogan Drumshanbo P McKiernan Belturbet J Flynn Mohill.

Cavan Gaels and Crosserlough will contest the 1958 League Final in Breffni Park next Sunday (Easter Sunday) with Phil Brady ‘Gunner’ in charge of the whistle.

Cavan Drama Festival have a most successful 14^th Drama Festival with packed audiences on the 9 nights. Winners of the Open Section and Dr Patrick Lyons Cup were Sligo Drama Circle with ‘God’s Gentry’ with 88 marks with Dundalk Drama Club 2^nd with ‘When We Are Married’ on 84 marks. Best Actress Maura McEntee nee Smyth with the Monaghan Theatre Group for her portrayal of Louise Allington in ‘Tons of Money’. Maura is daughter of Eileen and  the late PA Smyth Drapers Main Street and married to Paddy McEntee Solicitor Monaghan. Great comeback to the Town Hall Stage by Maura Smyth who was an outstanding member of the Pavilion Pantomime cast for many years and a frequent broadcaster from Radio Eireann with her beautiful contralto voice. Patrick Dooney Sligo Drama Circle was the Best Actor in ‘When We Are Married’. Ballintemple were the winners of the Hugh Lee Cup for Groups confined to County Cavan with ‘An Angel Without a Halo’ .Athlone Little Theatre Group won the Anglo Celt trophy for one act plays with ‘In Search of Valour’. The Rural Section  was won  by Ashbourne County Dublin ‘With the New Garsoon’. Kitty McDermott Dundalk who  directed ‘When  We are Married’ was chosen as the Best Producer. Sign of the times as there is only one entry in the Irish Section De La Salle Cavan who recently won the Ballyshannon equivalent with the Brother Cyril produced and  directed ‘An Gadai’ with Peter Casey winning the Gold Medal for his part as Saggart.

Death of John Lee 6 Elm Park Avenue Ranelagh Dublin and late of Tullyco Cavan. Well known prominent figure in the Cavan area. He took and active part in the War of Independence and was interred in Ballykinlar. He is survived by his wife Annie 2 brothers and 1 sister. The Funeral from the Cathedral of Saints Patrick and Phelim Cavan was well attended with colleagues from the Old IRA carrying the tricolour draped coffin to the hearse. Father PJ Gargan officiated at the Mass and burial in Saint Brigid’s cemetery Killygarry.

Death of the legendary Michael Mick Fox at Saint Phelim’s Hospital after a long illness borne with his customary courage and good humour. He was Manger of O Gorman’s Drapery Store (opposite the Credit Union) for nearly 40 years and was always very helpful and accommodating. Founder member of Cavan CYMS in 1936  he was along with Gerry Lovett the most influential and meticulous figure in the Club’s first 25 years. Treasurer par excellence his reports were always so well prepared and presented that he frequently received a standing ovation for his excellence. Outstanding card player he was an original member of the famous ‘Solo Card School’ and was considered an expert by the likes of Joe O Rourke Tommy Connolly Frank Fitzpatrick and the Cafferty brothers Andy and Benny to name but a few. He  was a member and leader of the Holy Family Confraternity in the Cathedral. His good friend and Chaplain Father P J Gargan officiated at the very well attended funeral in the Cathedral where the members of Saint Phelim’s Branch Cavan CYMS formed a Guard of Honour marching on both sides of the hearse. Mick Fox is survived by his sister and other relatives with burial in Saint Brigid’s cemetery Killygarry.

April 4^th 1959 “Cavan/Leitrim Narrow Gauge Railway closes down with thousands giving it a last rousing farewell with horns fog signals and a tinge of sadness. The train steamed into oblivion on Tuesday night after 72 years distinguished service to an impoverished community. “The last historic trip was from Drumod to headquarters in Ballinamore”.

Holy Week Ceremonies culminate in the Cathedral with the Easter Vigil where Father Joe Dolan was the Commentator and the Lessons were read by Philip Cullivan John P Smith Joe O Rourke of the Market Square and JC Keogan Manager of the Hibernian Bank.

Cavan Gaels win their 1^st ever Senior League title beating Crosserlough in a low scoring 1-5 to 0-5 but thrilling final where the outcome was in doubt right up to the last kick of the game. The foundation for the Gaels’ victory was laid in their full back line where Harry O Dowd was magnificent  flanked by two sound and equally impressive wing backs John Mollaghan and Colm Smith. In the forward line Jimmy Sheridan the Gaels’ Captain was at his very best threatening danger every time he got on the ball despite the close attention from Crosserlough Captain Noel O Reilly. Mick McCarthy was very impressive at full forward and with his height and strength was a constant source of danger to the Crosserlough defence. The pivotal moment in the game was when Paddy Maguire fielded a high ball and cut his way through the Crosserlough defence to give Galligan in the Crosserlough goals no chance and set the Gaels on their way leading by 1-3 to 0-1 at half time. The  Gaels were awarded a harsh penalty with only 4 minutes left to play when Galligan was adjudged to have lifted the ball  in the square after a prolonged period of Gaels pressure but Jim Meehan blazed the resultant penalty over the bar to put 3 points between the teams with only 4 minutes left for play. The sending off of Edwin Carolan and Noel Lynch  for a trivial offence was totally uncalled for and marred the game for the spectators and was a black mark against the refereeing of the game by former Cavan great Phil ‘Gunner’ Brady. Gaels Team John O Rourke Colm Smith Harry Dowd John Mollaghan Sean Keoghan Jimmy Meehan Eddie Quinn Cathal Young Larry Gillen Paddy Maguire Jimmy Sheridan Captain Frank Cannon Noel Donohoe Mick McCarthy Edwin Carolan. Subs Sean Galligan for Frank Cannon Eamonn Brady for Eddie Quinn Phil Cullivan for Harry Dowd and Harry Dowd for Phil Cullivan.

Senator Paddy Baxter is reported as being critically ill after suddenly taking sick and being removed to a Dublin Hospital.

Born to Airmid and Edward O Hanlon a son (Simon) at the Stella Maris Nursing Home Dublin.

April 11^th 1959 Cavan Urban Rate cut by 6d in the £ and now stands at 39/6 in the £. Included in the rate is a figure of £100 for the painting of the Fire Escape and the outside of the Town Hall.

The Minister of Finance Mr J Ryan tells the Dail that a system called PAYE is to be established and introduced in the Republic of Ireland.

Death of Senator Paddy Baxter ‘Saint Aidan’s ‘after a short illness in Dublin. Born in Kildoagh Bawnboy in 1891.Leader of West Cavan ~Executive Sinn Fein from 1917-1921. He was also a well known member of Sinn Fein West Cavan Courts. He was interred by the British in Belfast Kilmainham and Arbour Hill. His brother was killed in action against forces of the Crown during an ambush in Leitrim in 1921. Founder and leader of the Irish Fenian Party he was elected to Dail Eireann from 1923-1927. Cathaoirleacch Seanad Eireann from 1933-1936. In 1938 he was elected on the Agricultural Panel and was elected on the same panel in every election to his death. From 1954-1957 he was again Cathaoirleacch Seanad Eireann and was elected Leas Ceann Comhairle from 1957 to his death. Member of the European Inter Parliamentary Union. He served 40 continuous years as a member of Cavan County Council acting as Chairman on a number of occasions. Founder member of Cavan Committee of Agriculture and Cavan Vocational Educational Committee. He was a founder member of the ACC and served on the Board of the company for many years. He was for over 40 years a very active member of Cavan Show Society and served on the Cavan County Committee of the GAA for over 40 years being Chairman of the Committee formed to purchase and develop Breffni Park in 1923. Since 1938 he was Chairman and Managing Director of the ‘Catholic Standard’ which is now printed each week by the Anglo Celt. All his life he was a leading figure in Fine Gael and served on the Nation Executive from its foundation. Survived by his wife Nora son Colum daughters Mrs Bernard O Reilly Manchester Mrs Peter O Reilly Virginia Ursula Baxter Dublin and Maura MPSI Cavan grandchildren David and Joyce O Reilly Ursula Baxter and Declan O Reilly. Many tributes paid to Paddy Baxter at the funeral from the Cathedral of Saint Patrick and Phelim Cavan on Sunday where Father Joseph Dolan Adm and Father Patrick J Gargan officiated with burial later in Killygarry.The Bishop of Kilmore Most Rev Dr Quinn was represented by Father Charles Travers  Saint Patrick’s College. The coffin was draped in the tricolour with members and colleagues of the Old IRA forming a Guard of Honour marching on both sides of the hearse. Leaders of Church and State present or represented in the biggest ever cortege in Cavan. Teddy McCormack Saint Mary’s Terrace a member of the Staff of Cavan’s Anglo Celt sounded the Last Post on the trumpet in Killygarry graveyard. 

Annual Acies of the Legion of Mary held in Cavan  where members from all over the Diocese renew their vows and loyalty to Mary The Queen of the Legion. Father PJ Gargan CC officiated. 

Death of Thomas Smith Mitchell Street well known character in the town where he was universally popular. Native of Killynebber. Father PJ McManus officiated at the funeral from the Cathedral to Cullies.

Sub committee formed at Cavan CYMS with a view to organising an outing for the members later in the Summer.

April 18^th 1959 As an election looms Dr Ryan Minister For Finance introduces a Giveaway Budget. Pensions shoot up by 2/6 per week Income Tax down 6d in the £. Entertainment duties reduced for cinemas and dance halls with the abolishment of all duties on greyhound racing and professional boxing. Import duties abolished for 35 listed luxury items.

Death of the legendary Patrick Paddy Duffy Ashe Street on the 13^th April at his residence. Veteran of the Boer War. He was a gifted musician and a leading member of the Old Forester’s Brass and Reed Band. Founder  member and Musical Director of the De La Salle Flagelot Band. He was a brilliant teacher and very patient and kind with his pupils. He had  a small musical instrument’s shop in the front room of the house and it was the first dedicated music shop in Cavan. Survived by his wife sons daughters brothers sisters relatives and friends. Funeral from the Cathedral to Saint Brigid’s cemetery Killygarry.

Cathal Young Cavan Gaels and former Cavan Harps sharpshooter will play on the left wing in Sunday’s Ulster Junior clash with Antrim at Casement Park. Team K O Reilly Loch Gowna Tommy Molloy Drumalee Eamonn Matthews Virginia Seamus McMahon Kill/Drumgoon Pat Flood Drumalee Con Smith Cavan Gaels Donal Crotty Ballinagh Noel Hanley Crosserlough T O Reilly Cornafean Eamonn O Grady Belturbet Jimmy Sheridan Cavan Gaels Cathal Young Cavan Gaels Eamonn O Reilly Belturbet Pat Clarke Bailieborough and P Brennan Castlerahan. 1^st Sub Paddy Maguire.

Mrs Mary Dillon Wolfe Tone Street is knocked off her bicycle as she proceeded up Farnham Street returning from work in the Elmbank Hatchery. She was knocked down by a car emerging from Ashe Street and is detained in Cavan Surgical Hospital.

Joe O Rourke son of Teresa and the late Frank O Rourke The Market Square is made a presentation of a wallet of notes by Billy Morris on behalf of  his legion of friends in Cavan on the occasion of his emigration to Canada. Joe was a leading member of the Pavilion Musical Society and showcased his talents by singing ‘Ireland I Love You’ ‘Macushla Mo Croi’ and ‘I’ll Walk with God’. Joe will be met in Canada by his brother Charlie a qualified engineer.

Phyllis Lynch Stragelliffe daughter of Garda John and Mrs Lynch qualifies as a State Registered Nurse at Sussex County Hospital Brighton England.

Presentation to Father Thomas J Fay a member of the Maynooth Mission to China based in Singalong Manila Philippines.

John McCollum aged 9 Coranure is knocked off his bicycle as he returned from school and is detained in Cavan Surgical Hospital with a broken leg.

Death of Peter Maguire at his residence Great Water Street Longford. Survived by his wife brothers and sisters . He was a member of the well known Maguire family from Tullyco Cavan. Funeral from Saint Mel’s Cathedral Longford to Ballymacormac cemetery.  

Mary Teresa Grey Mons Terrace Cavan qualifies with Honours as a State Registered Nurse at Crumpsall Hospital Manchester. Teresa is daughter of the very well known Postman and World War 1 veteran Bobby and Mrs Molly Grey Mons Terrace .

Pictured is 2 year old Eddie Quinn dwarfed by a monster pike caught by his father Eddie in the Green Lake recently while Hugh P Doyle aged 10 is pictured holding a 5 ¾ lb brown trout caught on a spinner at Killykeen.

April 25^th 1959 Cavan Labour Exchange is being built at a cost of £13,000 at Dublin Road adjacent to Owen Roe Terrace. J McCabe Dublin are the Contractors while the Architect is P Maskill of the Board of Works.

Ian McAllen High Commissioner in China to be the new Irish Ambassador. He was bon in 1903 and educated at Hyner College Hull and Worcester College Oxford. Entered the Colonial Office at the age of 24.

Eileen Maloney and Kathleen Lunn on a two week Civil Defence course in Dublin. When qualified they will be able to act as Instructors Civil Defence in the Cavan area.

Antrim surprisingly beat Cavan in the Ulster Junior Semi Final at Casement Park Belfast 4-8 to 2-5. Only Pat Flood Jimmy Sheridan Eamonn O Reilly and Cathal Young enhanced their reputations. Cavan played second fiddle throughout and only scored 2 goals throughout the game but finished with a flourish of 5 points in the last few minutes. Scorers Cathal Young 1-3 Sean Byers 1-0 Eamonn Reilly and Pat Brennan 0-1 each.

Tragic death of the very popular Garda John ‘Big John’ Maguire following a fall down the steep stairs at Walter Ball’s Public House (Tommy’s Bar) on Wednesday night at the age of 53 at Cavan Surgical Hospital. Very courteous and efficient officer. He was on first name terms with all the people in the town and treated them as if they were extended members of his own family. Native of Garrison County Fermanagh he joined the Gardai in 1922 and served in Ballyconnell Finea and Monaghan coming to Cavan 24 years ago. John was known for his fairness decency courtesy and charity. Dispensing the law with mercy and forgiveness having a particular regard for the poor and deprived in the Community and championing the cause of the underdog. Survived by his wife Stella daughters Stella and Kathleen 4 sons Garda Peter and John Gerry and Dessie. Superintendent C Flood represented the Gardai and the local force formed a Guard of Honour walking on both sides of the Hearse to the Cathedral where the local CBSI Troop formed a Guard of Honour. Father Joe Dolan Adm officiated in the Cathedral while Father Patrick J Gargan presided at the interment in Garrison County Fermanagh.

Death of Mrs Smith Pullamore wife of Paddy just months after celebrating their Golden Jubilee of their marriage. A most delightful person she was loved and respected by all for her deep Christian virtues and her generosity to the poor and under privileged. Father Joe Dolan Adm officiated at the funeral from the Cathedral to Saint Brigid’s cemetery Killygarry.

Captain’s Prize at Cavan Bridge Club N/S Jim Leonard and Jim Rafter E/W Norman Cinnamond and George Maloney Junior.

Sarah Cullen will give this week’s lecture at Cumainn Seanchais Bhreifne.

May 2^nd 1958  Holy Father Pope John XXIII declares “that meat may be eaten on Friday May 1^st 1959 which is now dedicated to Saint Joseph the Worker”.

Neil Blayney Minister for Local Government announces that Gardai will from now on be allowed to vote in Local and Presidential Elections.

At a well attended public meeting in the Town Hall the Chairman of Cavan Show Society outlines the perilous economic position of Cavan Show Society which owes over £900 to the Bank. Alfred Myles Smith estimated that the assets of the Society amount to over £1,000 while the Showground’s are held on a 99 year lease at £30 per annum. In recent  years the Society have installed running water inside the ground together with a perimeter fence and a new shed to house the exhibits at a cost of over £600. The Committee decided to take up a door to door collection from the people of the town but Griffith Black Butcher Bridge street points out that it was not the people of the town’s duty to rescue the Show but the young farmers for whom the show was run who should now be asked to come forward and help and support the Show which  was in grave danger of going out of business.

Captain’s Prize for Ladies at County Cavan Golf Club Mrs Margaret English and Betty Hickey beat Kathleen Sullivan and Carmel McDonald.

Aisteoiri De La Salle with ‘An Gadai’ are placed 2^nd in the All Ireland Under 11 Irish Drama Festival at the Gaiety Theatre Dublin. The Producer was Rev Brother Cyril. Cast Philip Fitzsimmons Martin Maloney Andrew McEntee Peter Casey JJ Reilly Joseph Galligan Kevin Burke Gerard Carroll and Seamus Fitzsimmons.

George Maloney Junior and George Fairbrother Solicitors are the Winners of the Captain’s Beginners Prize at Cavan Bridge Club.

Death of Rev M Dolan PP VG Archdeacon of Kilmore at his residence in Manorhamilton at the age of 83. Educated at Saint Patrick’s College Cavan and Saint Patrick’s College Maynooth where he was ordained in 1902.Noted as one of the greatest ever Church builders in the Diocese of Kilmore leaving a sting of fine churches and schools in all of the centres he ministered in. Created a Domestic Prelate by Pope Pius XII in 1952 on the occasion of the Golden Jubilee of his ordination.

May 9^th 1959 Taoiseach Eamon De Velera and General Sean McEoin Fine Gael are the only candidates in the forthcoming Presidential Election on June 17^th 1959.

William P O Hanlon is elected President of Associated Irish Newspapers the representative body of the Irish Provincial Newspapers. John F O Hanlon Willie’s father was a founder member and President of AIN.

Jazz Competition pictured are 1^st Boy- Martin Kitson 2^nd Boy- Anthony Jackson 1^st Girls Vera O  Neill 2^nd Lizzie Mooney 3^rd Peggy Moore.

According to the members of Cavan Urban Council the new Fire Officer has over stepped the mark by cutting down the floor space available for Concerts Drama Festivals and Dances and the holding of public events in the Town Hall has now become totally uneconomic as a result of his drastic actions. The County Manager Dermot McCarthy agreed to contact the Fire Officer with a view to modifying the alterations to the seating capacity in the Hall.

John Murphy and Alphonsus Corr win the Ulster Colleges Senior Handball title for Saint Patrick’s College when they beat Saint Malachy’s Belfast over 2 legs in Belfast and Cavan 12-21 21-17 21-12 and in the only game played in Saint Patrick’s College 21-12. The will now play the Connaught Champions in the All Ireland Semi Final at the Ball Alley in the Garda Depot headquarters in the Phoenix Park.

Old May Day custom of decorating the entrances to homes with flowers and whin bushes in honour of Mary The Queen of the May is maintained in the College Street Emmett Place Wolfe Tone Street areas of the town.

Paul Johnston Saint Felim’s Place is presented with a wallet of notes at a Farewell Social in a packed Protestant Hall as he sets out to work in England.

Cavan CYMS and the Legion of Mary will organise this year’s annual pilgrimage to Knock which will leave Cavan by train with Invalid and Ambulance facilities.

May 16^th 1959 Patrick Dinneny Tully Killeshandra Fine Gael is co opted on to Cavan County Council to fill the vacancy created by the death of Senator Paddy Baxter ‘Saint Aidan’s’ Cavan

In an effort to awake interest in the annual Cavan Show Alfred Myles Smith announces a very attractive Pig Competition which will be sponsored by McCarren and Company. After hearing the full details Douglas Anderson seconded the motion.

New communication system at Cavan Garda Station will enable the Station stay in contact with squad cars and mobile border patrol units.

Cavan Boys Accordion Band recruit a record 20 new members aged 11 and  now include 3 Paolo Sopranos in the equipment with plans for at least one more this year. The accordions were supplied by Smyth’s 60 Main street Cavan who are agents for Walton’s the importers of Paoli Soprano in Ireland.

All roads lead to Thurles this weekend for the annual Fleadh Cheoil na hEireann where several Cavan musicians will once again be in contention for national honours.

May 23^rd 1959 D Halton Cycle Agent Cootehill is the  new World Trout Angling Champion following his victory in the competition on Lough Mask with a bag of trout weighing 4 lbs 8 ½ ozs. Known as ‘D’ he also received £150 in prize money and a valuable trophy. Multi talented he is a leading cyclist clay pigeon shoot and coarse and trout angling expert.

Death of Rose Anne Cusack Pottle Poles wife of the late Patrick Cusack. Known and respected for her deep Christian faith over a wide area. Funeral from Saint Brigid’s Church Killygarry to the adjoining cemetery.

De La Salle School parade behind the De La Salle Flagelot Band on their way to the Cathedral to celebrate the Feast of Saint De La Salle. Father PJ McManus was the chief celebrant with the School Choir being accompanied by Father AB McGrath CC on the organ. Later the pupils were entertained in the De La Salle school and treated to sweets biscuits and minerals with the School League commencing in the evening.

Peter Paul Brady Town Hall Street  and John McCaffrey 1 Tullac Mongan break the all time record for pike caught in the Derryheen/Inishmore area of the Rive Erne bagging an incredible 70 pike weighing from 1-6 lbs over a 3 day period.

Seamus Fay wins his first All Ireland Senior title for Lilting at the All Ireland Fleadh Cheoil in Thurles while John Higgins Lavey won the Senior Piccolo Michael Cauldwell Virginia won the  Senior Tin Whistle.

Garda James Kitson retires from the force. Joined the Gardai in 1922 and spent 37 years patrolling the streets of Cavan town. Native of Loonagh Ennis County Clare. First posting was to Cavan in 1922 but he subsequently was transferred to Monaghan and returned to Cavan in 1929. The Garda Commissioner Mr Costigan congratulated James on his long distinguished service with the force. Decent honourable man he dispensed justice with a huge degree of mercy and he will be  badly missed by the people of the town with whom he was on the friendliest familiar terms. Coming just after the death of his distinguished colleague ‘Big John’ Maguire it is a huge loss to Cavan and the Gardai. He is an excellent shot and enjoys a day’s fishing and is a founder member of Cavan Dog and Gun Club who are organising a farewell and presentation to James shortly. His colleagues in Cavan Garda station organised a social and presentation of a Dinner Service in the Barracks for James and his wife on the day he completed his term of duty.

May 30^th 1959 Over 3.000 people walk in procession at the Corpus Christi celebrations in Cavan where the monstrance was carried by Bishop Quinn flanked by members of the Garda Siochana. All the buildings along the route flew the Papal colours and many doorways were decorated with flowers and statues as the Monstrance passed with school children throwing rose petals in its path. Benediction was imparted by the Bishop assisted by Fathers Frank McKiernan and Augustine Leydon while Father PJ Gargan was MC. Teddy McCormack sounded the bugle at the blessing of the faithful with the monstrance in bright warm sunshine on the steps of the Cathedral. The hymns were sung both in procession and at Benediction by the Cathedral Choir with Conductor Father AB McGrath. The CYMS were in charge of the stewarding while the Cavan Labour Band played the Sacred Music during the procession.

Death of Andrew Galligan Poles and Brooklyn New York. Survived by his wife family mother brothers and sisters relatives and many friends here and in New York.

Cavan Gaels beat Butlersbridge in the 1^st Round of the Junior Championship in Belturbet 2-6 to 1-5. Fine sporting contest in ideal weather conditions where the mighty Mick McCarthy was by far the outstanding player afield. His brilliant high fielding and accuracy from either foot was a feature of a faultless display for the Gaels. Scorers Michael McCarthy 1-5 Paddy Maguire 1-0 Dessie Agnew 0-1 while the scorers for Butlersbridge were Ken Browne 0-5 and Paddy Reilly 1-0.

Last tram to  the Hill of Howth makes its final journey. Tram Number 9 is driven by Christy Hanway and the conductor is Alfie Reilly. The line opened in 1901 to connect Sutton and Howth stations via the summit to encourage residential and tourist development.

Anselem Lovett is  commissioned as a Second Lieutenant Mid Cavan Battalion FCA.

Sudden death of Elizabeth Clancy wife of the well known Ned Clancy Swellan Cavan at Cavan Surgical Hospital. She was a very popular resident and well known for her acts of Christian charity. She is survived by her husband Ned and young family. Father PJ Gargan CC officiated at the well attended and  representative funeral from the Cathedral to Drumcor cemetery.

Death of John J Cole Nahillah Park Cloverhill at the age of 85. He was a Dail Deputy for Co Cavan for 16 years and was an  extensive farmer specialising in pedigree cattle and horses. Started life as an Estate Agent and Auctioneer before taking up farming where he won many prizes at all the local shows for his pedigree Aberdeen Aengus and Shorthorn cattle. Native of County Down he qualified as a Chemist and later set up shop in Cavan town. Elected Independent TD for County Cavan in 1923 and served until 1932 and again from 1937 to 1938. He was County Cavan Grand Master of the Orange Order and was a member of Cavan Agricultural Committee. He was father of John J Cole County Council Redhills Joan Farris Cornaseer Viola Cole Nahillah Park and brother of TL Cole MBE Belfast. Father in law of RC Farris Solicitors Cavan. Very Rev Archdeacon Shire assisted by Canon RCH Turkington and Rev M Blackstock officiated at the funeral from Kilmore Cathedral where there was a capacity attendance representing al classes and creeds. Burial in Kilmore Churchyard.

Death of Richard ‘Dickie ‘ Black Church Street after a short illness in Dublin. Funeral met by a huge cortege on the outskirts of the town which accompanied the remains to Cavan Parish Church. Leading figure in the Agricultural and business life of Cavan. He was a native of Strokestown County Roscommon. Long time Secretary of Cavan Show. He was meticulous in his organisation and attention to detail. Secretary of the very popular Cavan Races which took place each year at Killymooney. He was the owner of a couple of very useful horses including the famous ‘Na Bach Leis’ which won several Point to Point races. He was an annual visitor to the Grand National at Aintree and was a very keen knowledgeable punter. He was the Cavan Manager for Gavin Lowe and foresaw the day when Marts would take over from the monthly fairs. He was founder and proprietor of Black’s Printers 100 Main Street. Survived by his wife Peggy sons Richard and Ivan daughters  2 sisters Ena and Olive. There was an overflow attendance at the Funeral Service in Cavan Parish Church where the Rev Archdeacon HW Shire officiated assisted by Rev Mr Corrigan Drung with burial in the New Cemetery Dublin Road.

June 6^th 1959 According to the latest statistics married people live longer than singles while Ireland has the largest pr ratio number of bachelors in the World with 31% single between the ages of 45-54.The average age for Brides in Ireland is 24 while the Groom average 27.

Death of Edward McGuiness former employee of McDonnell Bread and Grocery 61 Main Street (Helena’s) and 191 Waterloo Square London at Saint Giles’ Hospital London. Native of Ballybay he previously worked in Oldcastle. He was deservedly popular and very well known over a wide area. Survived by his wife daughter and son brothers sisters relatives and many friends. Funeral took place in London.

Provincial Press are not invited to the official opening of the new Hogan Stand which will accommodate 16,000 patrons. Official opening by Dr JJ Stuart President of the GAA while in the unavoidable absence of Dr John Chares McQuaid the stand will be blessed by Rev JJ O Reilly PP VG Saint Anthony’s North William Street while Sean T O Kelly will make one of his final appearances as President of Ireland. Connaught will play Munster in the Railway Cup Hurling decider later in the afternoon.

Garda James Kitson will  be the recipient of a special presentation from his colleagues in Cavan Dog and Gun Club on the occasion of  his retirement in the Imperial Hotel

Death of the very popular WRC ‘Cliff’ Reardon popular Cavan Banker. Transferred as Manager to the Clones Branch  Bank of Ireland just 2 months ago. Served in Boyle and Elphin before coming on promotion to Cavan in July 1939. He was Secretary and Treasurer Cavan Tennis Club. Treasurer Cavan Bridge Club. He was a prominent member of Cavan Golf Club and the Dog and Gun Club where he was a noted ‘good shot’. Survived by his  wife Eileen son and daughter. Huge cortege from Dublin to Kilmore Cathedral which was packed to capacity with all creeds and  classes represented. Burial in Kilmore Cemetery.

Cavan’s Royal School under music teacher Sylvia Craig are placed a commendable 2^nd in the prestigious Piggott Cup at Sligo Fheis Cheoil.

Garda Peter Maguire son of Stella and the late Garda John Maguire is transferred from College Street Garda Station Dublin to Granard.

Mary M O Hanlon Kilnavara daughter of Annie and the late Garda Peter O Hanlon Ballinagh passes her SRN Final exams with honours at Satin Alphonsus Hospital London.

June 13^th 1959 Smith’s Machinery secure an order worth over £600,000 from Hamburg for 200 rebuilt tractors. It is the first such order for the rebuilt Ferguson Tractors which up to now have been sold almost exclusively within Ireland with a small number exported to England.

Cavan secure a facile 2-9 to 0-4 win against a very poor Donegal team in the 1^st Round of the Ulster Championship in Ballybofey. Outstanding performances by Brian O Reilly in the Cavan goal and James Brady the bustling Cavan full forward who has been missing for a number of games because of his final Veterinary exams in UCD. They will now play Armagh in the Ulster Semi Final at Castleblayney.

Saint Joseph’s Young Priests Society President Gerry M Lovett Secretary Clare Brady Town Hall Treasurer Mary McGoldrick NT. Miss Keelan  NT has already recruited 60 new members in the Killygarry area and hopes to have 100 before the end of the year.

Sympathy is extended to Mrs JJ Campbell Dungannon on the death of her husband Dr JJ Campbell well known local physician and sportsman in the area. She was formerly Mary McGuiness eldest daughter of JJ McGuiness Town Clerk Cavan.

June 20^th 1959 Eamon De Velera is elected President of Ireland capturing 538,058 votes to General Sean McKeon’s 417,482 a majority for the outgoing Taoiseach of 120,576 with a poll of 60%. Sean Lemass will now replace Eamon De Velera as Taoiseach while the new President will  take over from two termer Sean T O Ceallaigh in Arus an Uachtarainn. Peter McDwyer’s first election since taking over as County Registrar in Cavan where De Velera took 13,913 votes to General Sean McKeon’s 10,869 a majority of 3,244.

Large attendance at the splendidly appointed soccer grounds in Kilmore as Cavan Shamrock’s defeat Kilmore/Killeshandra 4-0 with goals from R Lynch Sean Smith (2) and Eddie Murray. In form Shamrocks now play Border Rangers in the 1^st Round of the Duncan Cup next Friday. Team Gerry Maguire J Sheridan Dessie Maguire Martin Storey R Lynch Eddie Murray Gene Cullivan Eamonn McGovern Andy McGahon Michael Hyland and Sean Smith.

Ladies Open Competition won at Cavan Golf Club by the in form Margaret English with Kathleen Kenny Runner Up and Joan O Hanlon returning the Best Gross.

Mother Mel Cosgrave former Matron of Saint Phelim’s Hospital is appointed Diocesan Superioress of the Mercy Order. She is  presented with a wallet of notes and a silver salver on behalf of the patients staff and many friends in the Community at a Social in the Hospital by Paddy O Reilly Chief Clerk Saint Phelim’s Hospital. Sister Mel said in thanks that she had always wanted to visit Rome and Lourdes but never had the means or the opportunity but now she had both and would be visiting both places in the near future.

Forty years after making the first non stop crossing of the Atlantic a 14 foot memorial in Carlow limestone in the form of an aircraft fin is unveiled in Clifden county Galway to John Alcock and Arthur Browne by the Minister of Industry and Commerce Sean Lemass.

Cumainn Seanchas ~Bhreifne annual outing this year will be to Drumlane after the outstanding outing of last year when they visited Trinity Island Lough Oughter and Kilmore.

Saint Vincent De Paul appeal for funds as they visit 2,000 homes and distribute £600 in the local area last year.

Kathleen McEvoy daughter of Edward ‘Bates’ and Mrs McEvoy College Street is professed a nun at the Franciscan Missionary Convent Lough Lynn County  Roscommon.

June 27^th 1959 Sean Lemass is elected Taoiseach by Dail Eireann to succeed President Elect Eamon De Velera by 75 votes to 51. Paddy Smith is retained as Minister for Agriculture in the new cabinet. Sean McEntee is Tanaiste and Minister for Health James Ryan Minister for Finance Frank Aitkin External Affairs Oscar Traynor Justice Erskine Childers Lands and Forestry Jack Lynch Industry and Commerce Neil Blayney Local Government Kevin Boland Defence Michael Hilliard Posts and Telegraphs and Patrick Hillery Education.

Onslow Bredin Contractor acquires what is left of Corlurgan School when Cavan County Council under foreman Mathias Donnelly blow up the outer walls and Onslow takes away the rubble for filling at his latest building site at Earlsvale Road. Meanwhile Jack McCann steps into the breach by facilitating the Presidential vote in his home nearby and there was in fact the biggest turnout in the country amounting to a staggering 90% in McCann’s’.!

In a desperately close election PR is just retained in the Referendum by the Irish people by the slender margin of 33,667 votes. Most of the country areas where Fianna Fail have a majority went for ‘First By the Post’ including Cavan which voted 11,975 for abolition of PR and 11,677 Against a majority of 298 in favour of abolition. Counting in Cavan for the Presidential Election

and Referendum finished at 1:50 am on Friday morning with an exhausted Peter McDwyer announcing the results. Tributes are paid to Peter and his hard working efficient staff by Cmdt Sean Sheridan Fianna Fail Tom Fitzpatrick Fine Gael and Charlie Reilly Clann Na Poblachta.

Airmid O Hanlon off 36 the in form ladies’ player at County Cavan Golf Club beats sister in law Joan O Hanlon off 20 in the Farnham Cup Final 4 and 3.

Spinning on Lough Sheelin with his father Onslow Bredin Hugh P Doyle catches 5 monster pike weighing from 6-13 lbs which is a record for a 10 year old in Cavan.

Garda James Kitson is the recipient of a wallet of notes at Cavan Dog and Gun Club Social in the Imperial Hotel where the speakers laud James as “genuine expert sportsman and a courteous and efficient officer”. Speakers included Phil Reilly Imperial Hotel Maurice Jackson Willie O Hanlon ex Superintendent Joe Murray and John Reynolds Killeshandra.

July 4^th 1959 Josephine McEntee wife of Jimmy McEntee Church Street is co opted on to the Cavan VEC committee to fill the vacancy left by the death of Senator Paddy Baxter ‘Saint Aidans’ Cavan. Josephine a native of Maghera was proposed by Andy O Brien and seconded by Paddy O’ Reilly Murmod Virginia.

Philip A Brady at the age of 60 and a native of Mountnuggent County Cavan and presently living at Leicester Avenue Rathgar Dublin is elected Lord Mayor of Dublin.

Dan McDonald Fianna Fail is elected Chairman of Cavan County Council with Paddy Reilly Murmod Virginia Fine Gael elected as Vice Chairman.

Sudden death of the very popular and highly respected Catherine Breslin Shankill Poles. Widow of John Breslin. She is survived by her sons daughters brother sister and other relatives. Funeral from Saint Brigid’s Church Killygarry was one of the biggest and most representative ever seen in the area with burial in the adjoining cemetery.

Jimmy Moore wins the London Billiards Championship for the 3^rd time. He is a former member of Cavan CYMS and was a Shop Assistant in James Fox’s before emigrating. Jimmy is married to the former Caroline McGuinness also late of Cavan and is son of Edward (Postman) and Rose Saint Brigid’s Terrace Cavan. Jimmy is a former member of both Cavan Slashers and Cavan Harps and still plays for the London Champions as does his younger brother Seamus ‘Gazy’ Moore.

Harry B Dawson formerly ‘Keadue Lodge’ Cavan flies  in a charter of 81 from the USA for the  International Pioneer Rally in Croke Park.

Gus Kenny NT Farnham Road is elected Secretary of Cavan Show Society to fill the vacancy left by the recent death of RS Black Senior who was Secretary of the Society for over 25 years. His son  Richard is unanimously elected Assistant Secretary.

July 19^th 1959 Very Rev M Canon Kelly PP VG is appointed Archdeacon of the Cathedral Chapter.

The first 12 female recruits to the Garda Siochana are sworn in before Commissioner D Costigan at the Garda Headquarters in the Phoenix Park Dublin. Chosen from hundreds of applications from girls all over the country, the first Bean Gardai will be trained by Sergeant Doreen Prissick of the Liverpool Police Force.

In form Airmid O Hanlon wins the Ladies’ Captains Eileen Morgan’s Prize at County Cavan Golf Club. Margaret English who is playing outstanding golf this year won the Best Gross.

Cavan and Armagh finish level 0-13 to Armagh’s 2-7 in a thrilling Ulster Senior Football Championship Semi Final at Castleblayney. P Rooney of Down played 2 ½ minutes short time as Cavan looked like they would win the tie. Armagh led by 2-4 to Cavan’s 5 points at the interval but it was all Cavan in the 2^nd half. The teams will meet again at Saint Tiernach’s Park Clones with P Rooney of Down again in charge of the whistle. In the curtain raiser Cavan had a very one sided victory over a very weak Donegal 6-7 to 1-9  having led by 4-3 to Donegal’s 0-7 at the interval and would have won by a cricket score only that the forwards were inclined to over elaborate and miss the target.

Micheal O Hehir is pictured receiving the keys of his brand new Ford Zodiac from Maurice Jackson who is a personal friend and racing colleague of the famous Radio Eireann broadcaster. Micheal was on his way to relay the thrill and spills of the Ulster Senior Semi Final in Castleblayney to the rest of the nation.

Death of the very well known highly respected Thomas Flynn Cathedral Road at the Surgical Hospital Cavan. Well known business man in the town he was the proprietor of the ‘Ritz Bar’ in Church street for many years before selling the business to Frank Conlon. Builder of note he built 4 superb terraced houses on Cathedral Road. He was a long time member and Chairman of Cavan Urban District Council. Native of County Roscommon he was a member of Cavan Committee of the GAA and  also was noted for his outstanding work on the Pensions Committee where he championed the cause of the most vulnerable in our Society. He leaves a wife Nance a native of the Ballyhaise area one daughter Soraya and two sons Tommy and  Michael. Father PJ Gargan officiated at the large and representative funeral in the Cathedral of Saints Patrick and Phelim with burial in Cullies cemetery.

Cavan CYMS and the legion of Mary combine resources to bring 300 pilgrims by train to Our Lady’s Shrine in Knock. The Special train got as far as Ballyhaunis and a fleet of buses brought the pilgrims on the last 7 mile of their journey by road.

Joan McClean from Toronto together with her husband Danny McClean a native Canadian is holidaying with her mother Mrs Vincent Cullen ‘Saint Anne’s ‘ Cathedral Road.

Successful ICA Fete in Showground’s featuring the Maureen Cosgrave, Bella Power School of Dancing and the Cavan Boy Scouts Accordion Band. The event was sponsored by Cavan Brach CCE and McCarren and Company Bacon Curers Cavan.

Brendan Dunne playing off 24 shows his potential as a Golfer when he holes out his tee shot at the Par 3  156 yards 2^nd hole at County Cavan Golf Club. Brendan is only 6 weeks at the game and is tipped for star status in the near future.

Death of May Finnegan Corlurgan in a Dublin Nursing Home. She was a teacher by profession in the capital and was known and respected by  generations of children and parents in the Phibsboro area of the city where she was attached to many of the sodalities and religious activities in Saint Peter’s  Church Phibsboro. She was a sister of the late Bishop Patrick Finnegan and niece of Bishop Bernard Finnegan both Bishops of Kilmore. Survived by her nephews nieces relatives and friends. Father ABC McGrath officiated at the large and  representative funeral from the Cathedral of Saints Patrick and Phelim to Cullies cemetery.

Death of the very popular Brigid Higgins Farnham Hotel Staff. Survived by her sisters relatives and friends. Funeral took place from the Cathedral of Saint Patrick and Phelim to Cullies cemetery.

Death of Conor Reilly Merchant and Farmer Main Street. Native of Cornafean he was uncle of  Noel Brady who died in 2011 .Con was known and respected over a wide area and was in business in the town for many years. Survived by his sister Josephine Brady. Funeral from Coronea Church to the adjoining cemetery.

Patrick Farrell Military Row eldest son of Mr and Mrs J Farrell qualifies as a Solicitor and takes up his first appointment in Mullingar County Westmeath.

Marcella McDonald daughter of Mrs McDonald and the late Phillip McDonald Drapers Main Street and Tower Hamlet Cavan graduates from Fordham University New York with a Masters in Social Science. Marcella will continue her studies at Columbia University for her Doctorate in Social Science.

July 28^th 1959 Mystery Tour from Dublin arrives to Cavan Station with 850 people thronging the town and many enquiring the way to the sea as they are directed to Swellan Lake on a sweltering warm day. Each of the tourists paid 5/- return fare  and left Cavan delighted with their trip down the country.

Cavan qualify for another Ulster Final their 1^st since 1955 when they decisively beat Armagh 1-9 to 1-7 in the Ulster Senior Football Semi Final replay in Clones. Armagh scored a very soft goal in the last play of the game to put a respectable gloss on the game but Cavan were superior in all facets of the  game and  will be warm favourites to beat Down who are bidding for their very first Ulster Senior Crown. Cavan led by 0-5 to 0-4 at the interval. James Brady making a welcome return to the Cavan attack after missing the opening games because of exam commitments scored the decisive Cavan goal in the 22^nd minute of the 2^nd half.

Beatrice Maloney BSc passes her diploma with Honours at UCD. Beatrice is a teacher at Hall’s School Monkstown.

Father John Moore CC Southwark is on his annual visit to his home town of Cavan. His father also  named John was the former proprietor of McGinnity’s Licensed premises where Father John was born.

Charlie Smith Caretaker and Gardener at the Presbytery Farnham Street for over 50 years dies in Saint Phelim’s Hospital. Survived by a brother and sister.  Father PJ Gargan officiated at the well attended representative funeral in the Cathedral of Saints Patrick and Phelim to Saint Patrick’s cemetery Castletara.

Father J Cahill SJ a native of Chicago of Irish parents is staying with his uncles James and Frank Cahill Bridge Street. Father Cahill is presently studying at the Gregorian University in Rome. His father who emigrated from the Mohill area also has a brother Patrick Cahill living in the Cullentra area. He was ordained a priest in Chicago 3 years ago.

Charlie Murray Cathedral Road is home on holiday from Gibraltar and is staying with his father ex Superintendent Joe Murray in Cathedral Road.

August 1^st 1959 Thomas Brady Church Street agrees damages of £4,852 for damages to his  back suffered at McCarren and Company on January 12^th 1952 in the Supreme Court. In a negotiated settlement he was awarded the reduced some having been awarded £750 more at the last Supreme Court hearing. It is one of the longest personal injuries case ever heard in the state.

Match play Final at County Cavan Golf Club is won by WP O Hanlon (9) and the youthful John English (22) who beat Dermot Morgan (16) and Edward T O Hanlon (10) on the last green.

Soccer continues to flourish in Kilmore with the home team beating Armagh 3-2 at their well appointed grounds. George Pratt opened the scoring on 20 minutes with K Wray  equalising for Armagh. Robert Scott put Kilmore ahead just before the interval but Wray was back early in the second half for another Armagh equaliser before Ken Morris  scored the winner for the  home side.

Cavan Shamrocks defeated a Kilmore Junior side 6-0 with Sean Smith (3) Des Lambert PJ Carroll and Micheal Smyth scoring for the visitors.

Death of Hannah Florence Simpson 11 Owen Roe. She  was widow of the late Robert GNR and was a member of one of Cavan’s oldest and most respected families. She  was mother of Robert Simpson  Cavan UDC and was very popular with all classes and creeds in the Community. There was a large and representative attendance at the funeral from Cavan Parish Church to the New Cemetery on the Dublin Road.

Monsignor Thomas McGovern Francisco California is spending a holiday with his sister Mrs JL Keogan Hibernian Bank Cavan . He is accompanied by another sister Roisin. Father McGovern is a distinguished Past Pupil of Saint Patrick’s College Cavan.

‘Park View’ along with 3 ½ acres of land adjacent to Breffni Park are sold to Jim Mulvaney Annagelliffe for £3,750 formerly the property of MA O Reilly. Con P Smith was the Auctioneer while Tom Fitzpatrick had carriage of sale.

Death of the very popular and highly respected Walter Coffey Emmett Place at an early age. Native of Laois he was a Master Butcher in Black’s Bridge Street and was extremely popular with customers and staff. Outstanding angler. Most Sundays Walter would be down the water at Rann or Killykeen bringing the catch home on the bike along with his only son Phelim. For many years lined out with Cavan Slashers winning many trophies and tournaments with the town side. Survived by his wife Rose and son Phelim. There was a large and representative attendance at the funeral from the Cathedral of Saints Patrick and Phelim to Potahee cemetery.

All 34 members of the 86^th Catholic Scouts of Paris on hitch hiking tour of Ireland stay over at Cavan Scout Den and are entertained to high tea in the Ulster Arms courtesy of John Donohoe Scoutmaster.

Sean Walsh swims Lough Ramor both  ways a distance of 6 miles in 2 hours and 35 minutes . He is pictured being helped out of the water by boatman time keeper and helper Jimmy Stafford who is employed as a Shop Assistant in Pat McDonnell’s 61 Main Street and a native of Drogheda County Louth. Jimmy is an outstanding marksman for Cavan Gaels and Cavan Shamrocks. Sean Walsh who has plans to swim the North Channel will now attempt to swim from Warrenpoint to Omeath.

With the warm sunny weather continuing a highly successful Swimming Gala was held on Sunday at Swellan Lake. In the Open Swim of 150 yards Harry Hunt was 1^st followed by Sean Smith Saint Phelim’s Place with Jim Jermyn 3^rd. In the Under 16 event Harry Hunt was just too stylish for the fast finishing Fergie Moore from Saint Phelim’s Place. Walter Little gave a wonderful display of diving and recovery techniques which  was warmly applauded by the very large crowd. A Life Saving demonstration was given by the outstanding Cavan Search and Rescue team comprising Dessie Maguire Fergie Moore Patrick Woods and D Smith.

John Murphy later to be Adm in Cavan tops the Honours List at Saint Patrick’s College in the Leaving Certificate results. Outstanding performances from Sean Finlay Des Ormsby Oliver Plunkett Noel Donohoe and Tadhg Connolly. While in Loreto College Moya Sheridan and Geraldine Mullery are tops with outstanding results achieved by Mary C Smyth and Kathleen Lee.

Muriel Doherty wins the President’s Dorie Smith’s Prize at County Cavan  Golf Club.  Margaret English won the Best Gross while Mrs JP Smith won Section B.

Joan O Hanlon teams up with to win  the President’s Dr Bertie Cullen’s Prize at County Cavan Golf Club with Father Gilbride and Maureen McDonald Runner Up.

Cavan who are in full time training and expecting to have an extended run xn the All Ireland Championship are red hot favourites to beat an inexperienced Down seeking their first Ulster Championship in Saint Tiernach’s Park Clones. If as expected Cavan triumph on Sunday they will return to their training base in Bailieboro where they will prepare for the All Ireland Semi Final against either Leitrim of Galway. Cavan Minors will open proceedings with their game against Antrim in the Ulster Minor Final.

Cavan Gaels win the Junior Divisional Final defeating a poor Farnhan side 2-5 to 1-1 at Breffni Park. The Gaels led by 2-2 to 1-1 at half time.Scorers for the Gaels Eamonn Brady 0-3 Jimmy Stafford 0-1 Brian Gaffney 1-1 and Dessie Agnew 1-0 Farnham replied per Packy Dunne 0-1 and John Joe Dunne 1-0.Stars for the Gaels were Eamonn Brady Johnny Burns Michael Jermyn Eddie Quinn Paddy Murphy  while the losers were best served by Pat McKiernan John Joe and Packy Dunner. Referee Phil Brady Cormore.

Matthew Matty Connolly son of Tommy and Mary Connolly 58 Main Street qualifies as a Chemist MPSI at the College of Pharmacy UCD. Matty will operate from the ‘Royal Pharmacy’ adjacent to the Farnham Hotel while his brother Michael also MPSI will continue to assist his parents Mary MPSI and Tommy Dentist at 58 Main Street.

August 15^th 1959 T B Hospital at Lisdarn to close and be converted to a Medical and Maternity Unit at a cost of £42,000. Future patients suffering from TB will be transferred to Peamont and Blanchardstown Hospitals. The staff will be redeployed to Saint Phelim’s and Cavan Surgical Hospital.

Pick Pocketers run riot at Cavan V Down Ulster Final with 5 arrested and sentenced to 6 months imprisonment. Down ran rings around a strangely listless Cavan team winning their 1^st Ulster crown pulling up 2-16 to 0-7 in the bright sunshine which was matched in brilliance by a vintage Down display. Over 30, 000 sun soaked fans saw Down qualify for their 1^st ever All Ireland Senior Semi Final where they will play the Connaught Champions Galway who beat Leitrim on the score 5-8 to 0-12 at Countess Marckievicz Park Sligo before an attendance of 18,000. The Scorers for Down in the 1^st half were Brian Morgan 1-0 Paddy Doherty 0-6  Jarlath Cary 0-2 Kevin Mussen and Tony Hadden 0-1 each while Cavan replied with points from Charlie Gallagher and brother Brian to leave the interval score an incredible 1-10 to .0-2 in favour of the Mourne men. Down added to their tally in the second half per Tony Hadden 1-2 Kiernan Denver Sean O Neill Jarlath Carey and Joe Lennon 0-1 each while Charlie and Brian Gallagher were the only Cavan marksmen. The only discordant note in the hour was midway through the 2^nd half when Hugh Barney O Donohoe challenged the youthful Sean O Neill resulting in the Down subs and mentors briefly invading the pitch demanding that the hard but fair tackling Donohoe be sent to the line which resulted in the referee sending the Virginia Blues clubman to the line much to the dismay of the huge Cavan contingent in the 30.000  good humoured crowd.

In the curtain raiser at Clones Cavan managed to hold on to beat a fast finishing Antrim team 2-11 to 2-7 to win the County’s first Minor Championship since 1952 .

Gerard Cusack Saint Phelim’s Place takes 1^st place in the County Council Scholarship Exams while Mae Cullivan Alackan a student in Cavan Technical School and formerly Crubany NS wins a Scholarship to the Donegal Gaeltacht.

Three Platoons from Mid Cavan Battalion FCA led by Captain Jim Scanlon OC Cavan Battalion parade through the town accompanied by a colour party and Cavan Labour Band .At the end of the parade the Platoons boarded waiting lorries to take them to their 2 week training camp in Gormanston County Meath.

The numbers travelling by train to the Ulster Final were a record with 800 boarding at Cavan, 111 in Ballyhaise and 80 in Redhills. The Mullingar to Clones train carried a further 800 between stops at Crossdoney Ballywillan and Drumhowna in what could be the last ever train excursion to the Ulster Finals.

August 22^nd 1959 Cavan are underdogs as they play star studded  Galway in the curtain raiser to Sunday’s Senior Semi Final between Down and Galway in Croke Park Dublin. Cavan have only appeared in the All Ireland series 3 times 1937 1938 when they won the All Ireland and 1952 when they were well beaten by Galway in the Final.

The Minister for Justice appoints Richard Black a Peace Commissioner for Cavan and the surrounding counties.

Sympathy is extended to Arthur McKenna the Gate Lodge Lisdarn on the death of his mother Mary Anne McKenna Drinole Tullyco Cootehill.

Death of Brigid Boylan Derragarra Butlersbridge wife of Matthew Boylan at a very young age. She was know for her Christian virtues over a wide area and was extremely popular with all classes and creeds. She is survived by her husband son Andrew 2 daughters brothers and sisters. Father PJ McManus officiated at the large and representative funeral from Saint Aidans Church Butlersbridge to Cullies cemetery.

Great credit is due to John Sharkey for his superb job in  organising the annual Anglo Celt staff outing on the Shannon. The party left Cavan by coach and boarded the Saint Ciaran at Lanesboro journeying on the vast waters of the Shannon on a perfect day to Athlone where they disembarked for lunch in the well appointed ‘Shamrock Lodge Hotel’ followed by a tour of the town and home again via Jackson’s  luxury coach.

Sean ‘Spider’ Donohoe home on holidays from the American Army based in Germany with his parents JJ and Mrs Donohoe Rossa Place. Sean is a former member of the Anglo Celt staff and is a former Ulster boxing champion. He is employed with the famous New York Herald Tribune as s linotype operator.

In one of the greatest upsets in the history of the competition Cavan ‘steal’ a  place in the All Ireland Minor Final by beating a star studded Galway team 2-3 to 0-8 in the All Ireland Semi Final in Croke Park. After an initial lightening start which has been a feature of their campaign Cavan scored 1-1 in the first few minutes but Galway with their high fielding and fast interchanging play dominated the rest of the half and led by 0-5 to 1-1 at the interval. Galway continued to dominate giving a masterly performance of fielding passing and kicking in the 2^nd half but their efforts to score were thwarted by a superb full back line of Hugo Cafferty Fintan McKiernan and Finbar Reilly while John Boyle in the Cavan goals brought off some fantastic saves. Galway were unable to convert their territorial advantage and  Cavan struck for another goal and a point in the closing stages mainly inspired by Phil ‘Lightening’ Murray. Cavan will now play Dublin in the All Ireland Minor Final.

Down totally flopped in the All Ireland Senior Semi Final when they were soundly trashed by an experienced Galway team 1-11 to 1-4. Scorers for Down Sean O  Neill 1-0 Paddy Doherty Brian Morgan Jarlath Carey and Patsy O Hagan 0-1 each. Galway replied per Sean Purcell 1-6 Frank Eivers 0-2 Joe Young Mattie McDonagh and Laide 0-1 each.

Sean Walsh successfully completes the 13 mile swim off the sea in Newcastle county Down in preparation for his attempt on the North Channel .Sean entered the water at 3 am and emerged very exhausted but satisfied with his fitness and training at 11 am.

Cavan Boy Scouts numbering over 40 members under their Scoutmaster John Donohoe return from their annual camping holiday in Skerries county Dublin. Many of them attended the two All Ireland Semi Finals in Croke Park  while shopping trips were organised to Dundalk Drogheda and Dublin. The Band entertained the visitors and residents of Skerries  and took up a generous collection which will defray expenses of the trip.

Sergeant Patrick Manning from Glangevlin replaces Sergeant Michael Fitzgerald in Cavan Garda Station. Sergeant Fitzgerald is transferred to the Depot in the Phoenix Park.

Michael Dowd Town Clerk Ennis is appointed Chief Accountant Donegal County Council. He is a former Clerical Officer with Cavan County Council Staff Officer Dundalk and Town Clerk Clones.

September 5^th 1959  The Inland Fisheries Trust in association with Cavan Anglers Club restock Annagh Lake with 100,000 Shista Rainbow Trout who are voracious feeders and fierce fighters. Maurice Leggett and John Young Superintendent Inland Fisheries were in charge of operations on Annagh Lake where the lake is 51 feet deep in places. The lake will be closed for two years. Cavan Anglers Club Chairman Father Malachy Byrne Vice Chairman Michael J Smith Treasurer Vincent Bartley Secretary Tommy Donohoe.

Cavan Gaels and Crosserlough draw 2-2 to 0-8 in a thrilling County Senior Semi Final at Breffni Park. The game was timed to start at 4.15 but didn’t get underway until 5 o clock. Jimmy Sheridan was Man of the Match every time he got the ball there was an air of expectation from the crowd as he scored 2 goals in the first half and a point from Cathal Young from a free left the  Gaels ahead 2-1 to 0-4 at half time.The Gaels half back line of Paddy Lyons Jim Meehan and Jim McDonnell were outstanding while  the shouts and cheers of Foley O Rourke in the Cavan goals could be heard loud and clear inspiring his colleagues to ‘no surrender’ . The Gaels faded badly after the interval but their resolute defence held the Crosserlough marksmen in a vice like grip while Cathal Young came to the rescue once again with a late point from a free. Gaels John  ‘Foley’ O’ Rourke Hugo Cafferty Colm Smith Harry Dowd Jim McDonnell Jim Meehan Paddy Lyons T Smith John McVeety Noel Donohoe Cathal Young Con Smith Mick McCarthy Jimmy ‘Inky’ Sheridan Phil ‘Lightening’ Murray.

September 12^th 1959 Cavan Market House to be knocked and the space converted into a Car Park. Without prior consultation the Council’s tenants the Labour Band ICA and Boxing Club will be moved to sheds further down the Market Yard.

Cavan Show Committee 1959 President PN Smith Vice President Lord Farnham Secretary Gus Kenny Assistant Secretary Richard Black Treasurer Douglas Anderson. Committee Dr MA Cooney  FR McNulty AH D Gordon Cyril Anderson George V Maloney Junior Andrew McCarren V Pollock W Mulligan Norman Cinnamond Andrew Boylan and  James A Dawson. The Show held in ideal weather conditions with the sun beaming down after one of the driest and warmest years on record. There were over 1.800 entries a record attendance and sell out crowd at the Annual Show Dance in the Town Hall. Great credit is due to the new Secretary Gus Kenny and his assistant Richard Black. Knitted Articles 1^st Laurie McConnell 2 Ashe Street Cavan. Embroidery in Wool Valerie Henderson Medical Hall Church Street. Fine Lace Kathleen McKenna Main Street. Matinee Coat Eilish O Neil Bridge Street. Machine Knitting Kathleen Lyons Latt Cavan. Summer Frock Miss M Sheils Techincal School Cavan. Tea Cloth Miss Mairead Fitzsimmons Technical School. Home Made Furniture Oliver Higgins Shankill Cavan. Soda Bread Bridgie Smith Dromkeen. Wheaten Bread Eileen Maloney Farnham Street. Griddle Bread Myrtle Henderson The Medical Hall Church Street. Boxty Cake Bridgie Smith Drumkeen. Sandwich Cake Mrs J Armstrong Edermine. Plum Cake Mrs J Meehan 33 Saint Phelim’s Place. Strawberry Jam Doreen Connolly Ballinagh. Blackcurrant Jam Mrs James Dawson Keadue Lodge. Raspberry Jam Mrs John Kenny Legaland Crossdoney. Bottled Fruit Mrs Myrtle Henderson 2^nd Alice McConnell 2 Ashe Street.

Cavan Gaels are well beaten by Crosserlough 1-10 to 2-3 in the replay of the County Senior Championship Semi Final. The holders now play Junior Champions Virginia Blues in the  decider. The turning point came mid way through the first half when marksman supreme Jimmy Sheridan limped off injured with heavy bruising to his leg. Crosserlough led by 1-3 to 0-2 at the interval. Kevin Smith replaced Jimmy Sheridan while veteran Eddie Quinn came on for T Smith. Crosserlough were by far the better team and only poor marksmanship restricted the margin of their win.

Seamus ‘Gazy’ Moore flies back to London to assist his club Shamrocks into the London County Final. Immediately after the game ‘Gazy’ caught a flight from Heathrow to resume his holiday with his parents Ned and Rose Moore Saint Brigid’s Terrace. He is accompanied by his wife and young son.

Cavan Shamrocks defeat Drumaloor 3-2 away.Joe Mulcahy struck once while Paddy Woods was man of the match with 2 wonderful strikes. Ivan McClelland Connolly Street was a very fair and efficient referee.

Philip McMenamin from Kilnaleck heads up the Honours list at Saint Patrick’s College Inter Cert results. Emmanuel Kennedy a very young Ray Carolan Alan O Hanlon Tommy Monaghan Kieran Cullivan and Micheal Smyth receive honourable mention.

Record enrolment of 150 students at Cavan Techincal School.

Mary Smyth and  Joe Berwick who are getting married shortly are the recipients of a presentation of a silver tea service which Gerry Lovett presented on behalf of the Cavan Players at a function in the Railway Hotel which is owned by Mary’s parents Mary and the late Tommy Smyth.

September 19^th 1959 Russian Cosmic Exploration Capsule with the Russian flag on board hits the moon on Sunday night travelling at 2 ¾ miles per second in the triangle of the Sea of Vapours Sea of Tranquillity and Sea of Serenity. The Russians are not making any territorial claims to the moon-yet !

TDs have voted themselves an increase in allowances to £7000 per annum which is tax free. Similar pay structure and bonuses are proposed for the Senate. This is the first rise in the pay/expenses structure since 1947.

Big upset in Junior Championship as Drumalee despite having the lions share of procession go down to Cavan Gaels 1-3 to 0-3 at well attended Breffni Park. Starting like a whirlwind forcing seven 50 yard frees from which they scored nothing. Pat Flood Tommy Mulloy and Donie Fay were prominent for Drumalee. The Gaels led by 1-1 to 0-3 at half time. In the second half Drumalee ran out of steam and Sean Galligan and Dessie Agnew added points for the Gaels to send the Gaels into the Divisional Final as Drumalee failed to score at all in the 2^nd half. Best for the Gaels were Richard Cassidy Paddy Duffy Michael Cooke Tony McConnell midfielders Brian O Reilly and Paddy O Rourke forwards Michael Jermyn John Gear Eamonn Brady Sean Galligan and Dessie Agnew.

Despite an early goal from the outstanding Michael Hyland Cavan Shamrocks are held to a draw by a late J Kelly goal for the homesters at Drumaloor.

Cavan Rugby Club AGM  President Dessie Tweedy Vice President Lord Farnham Rev John Anderson Eddie Carson Rev RCH Turkington GV Maloney Senior Maurice Jackson JR Halpin G McNeill Ross N Creamer J Galbraith Tom McCarren J Byers C Nash W Gamble JA Thompson R Moore Captain C Shekelton Vice Captain D Flanagan Secretary CR Anderson Treasurer R Adams Farnham Match Secretary D Flanagan Bank of Ireland Committee Norman Cinnamond Brendan Jenkins George V Maloney Junior and M O Dwyer.

George Maloney Junior wins the Flynn Cup for fly fishing on Lough Sheelin. George also led his team of Norman Cinnamond and Poppy McNamara to the team prize and 27 boats participated in the competition.

Virginia Blues the Cavan Junior Champions who play hot  favourites the holders Crosserlough in Sunday’s Senior County Final are seeking to emulate Lavey in 1951 and Cootehill in 1953 when they won the Junior and  Senior Championships in successive seasons.

September 26^th 1959 Virginia Blues are the new Senior Champions beating Crosserlough3-3 to 1-6 in ideal weather conditions at Breffni Park before a crowd of 3,957 who paid gate receipts of £316.Virginia were winning their 3^rd title with teams from  the town having won the title in 1916 and 1919. Bigger stronger hungrier Virginia had the Man of the Match in captain Eamonn Matthews who was here there and everywhere and gave a memorable performance of leadership and determination. Virginia led by 1-2 to 0-2  at half time.

Presentation to the very popular Patrick J Maguire Porter in the Surgical Hospital who is emigrating to England. Very popular and known throughout a wide area, Patrick will be a great miss to the staff and patients at the Hospital.

Presentation to Seamus and Sile Bean De Faoite in the Town Hall on the occasion of their recent marriage. The presentation was made by JJ Smith and Mick Quigley President and Vice President of the Cavan Dancing Club while MC was Rev Mark Mimnagh CC Granard.

The Minister for Posts and Telegraphs announces that a new Telephone Kiosk will be constructed adjacent to the Bus Office in Cavan.

October 3^rd 1959 Cavan after a very bright start are beaten by Dublin 0-11 to 1-4 in the All Ireland Minor Final at Croke Park Dublin. Cavan led by 1-4 to 0-4 at half time but were over run in the second half by a bigger stronger Dublin team where centre field Des Foley was Man of the Match. In the Senior Final a younger fitter hungrier Kerry beat an older listless Galway 3-7 to 1-4 to win their 19^th Senior All Ireland title with Sean Murphy Man of the Match before an attendance of 85,897. Proof again that ‘ old men never win All Irelands’!

Loreto Past Pupils Union hold their annual Golf Outing at County Cavan Golf Club with Maureen McDonald  playing off 19 the winner returning 68 runner up was Angela McDonald Clones off 23 with a 69. Best Gross was the lady in form for 1959 Margaret English playing off an impressive 12 for an 85.

Cavan Chamber of Commerce commend the efforts of Cavan Tourists Association in promoting tourism to the area and grant aid the organisation to the tune of £30. They are also writing to CIE with regard to their future plans for Cavan transport and the future of Cavan Railway Station. They also decide to ask Cavan UDC to erect a fence around the Franciscan Abbey in Abbey Street.

Meeting is called to organise Cavan’s first Musical Society in the Town Hall.

Harvest Thanksgiving in Cavan Methodist Church is conducted by Rev TJ Crabbe Bailieborough with music by the Male Voice Choir.

October 10^th 1959 CIE announce that Cavan Railway Station is to close and the building sold. Rail Services will immediately be replaces by road services and an Area Superintendent has already visited the Station and informed all employees of the decision.

Driest year in living record continues to wreck havoc as severe water shortage impacts on Cavan. Fears are  now  being expressed that in the event of a serious fire not enough water is available to fight the blaze while it is feared that all water supplies will run out in the next two weeks. The total rainfall for the 1^st 9 months is only 19 ½inches which is the lowest since 1922 when only 18.90 inches of rain fell. There were only 9 wet days in September giving a miserable downpour of only 2.22 inches.

Saint Louis Convent Monaghan celebrates its centenary. Dignitaries of Church and State join with the convent in celebrating the centenary Mass in Saint McCartan’s Cathedral Monaghan. Saint Louis Convent Monaghan was the first of the Order’s foundations in Ireland and was founded by 3 nuns in 1859 having collected between them £19-19-6.

Cavan beat Dundalk by 6-3 or 2 tries to 1 at the Royal School Grounds. Cavan were coasting to  victory when Gareth Cooney was injured and had to leave the pitch with Dundalk exerting unbearable pressure on the weakened Cavan team who heroically held out to the cheers of their many supporters. Scorers were McKay and Dawson for Cavan with Cameron replying for the visitors. John English Keating and Scott were superb for the hosts. Team RB Johnston JT English George V Maloney R Scott CJ Cinnamond JD Flanagan JB Stokes CC Shekelton KG McKay FA O Doherty GV McConville DA Harrison Tom Dawson Philip A Cullivan and JP Farry.

Musical Society 1959-1960 Chairman Father ABC McGrath Vice Chairman Maisie Magee Secretary Danny Kelly Treasurer Sean Bergin Committee George V Maloney Junior Nellie McIntyre Joan O Hanlon G Cunningham Seamus Fox and Leo McDonald. Annual Membership now due at 2/6 per annum.

Rev Brother Gerald CSSR makes his final profession at Saint Gerard’s Novitiate Keswood Ontario. Brother Gerald is the former Gerry Kinsella and is a past member of Cavan Boy Scouts and Cavan Rugby Club. He is son of Edward and Elizabeth Kinsella (Nee Reilly)Tullacmongan Cavan.

Cavan Players 1959-1960 Chairman John Aherne Vice Chairman Gerry Lovett Secretary Marie McGinnity Treasurer Kay McKay Committee Andy O Brien NT Jimmy G Mallon Seamus Gilheaney NT Joe Duffy Paddy Young and Maggie McCabe.

Cavan Dancing Club 1959-1960 President JJ Smith Vice President Michael Quigley Chairman Seamus De Faoite Vice Chairman Tony O Dowd Secretary/Treasurer Bridie Galligan Committee Sile Bean De Faoite Una Healy Mrs Higgins Claire Brady M/S P O Sullivan BA JJ Smith Bill O Hanlon  Michael Quigley Sean Woods Vincent McCaffrey Sean Sharkey Patrick Woods Jim Logue Benny Hannigan John Drum and S Mac Cioca Og.

October 17^th 1959 Cavan County Council are to build a new road from Drumullen to Rann Point and erect a Bridge across Killykeen to link the Cavan and Killeshandra tourist areas. Dermot McCarthy County Manager expects the programme to cost £30,000 and to receive 100% Grant Aid on account of the tourist potential.

Receipts at Cavan Show are a record £80 above the previous records set in 1955 while entries and exhibits are also a record as well as receipts from the annual Show Dance in the Town Hall. The new Secretary Gus Kenny receives a standing ovation for the quality of his work and organisational ability and quickly deflects all praise from himself to his Assistant Richard Black son of the legendary RS Black whose death occurred earlier this year after serving the Society as Secretary for a record 25 years.

Death of the well known highly respected Mary Ann McDowell 16 Breffni Terrace. Survived by her husband Charles son brothers sisters and grandchildren. The funeral from the Cathedral of Saints Patrick and Phelim was large and representative with burial later in Cullies cemetery.

Fermanagh win their 1^st ever All Ireland title when they won the Junior All Ireland beating London 1-11 to 2-4 at well attended New Eltham London. Over 10,000 people meet the victorious team on the outskirts of Enniskillen on Tuesday night. Gigantic bonfires blaze on the surrounding hills as 6 Bands join the parade from Jail Square to Paget Square in the heart of Enniskillen. Among the distinguished guests on the Welcoming Party were Thomas Fee Secretary Fermanagh County Board. Both the Ulster and All Ireland trophies were feted on the night.

20 Adult Students are attending boat building classes in the Farnham Hotel under the auspices of Cavan VEC and Cavan Anglers Club with Kilnaleck based Finian O Callaghan giving instructions. It is hoped that the class will build 8 boats costing £32 by Easter. The boats are 18 footers suitable for Lough Sheelin and the River Erne and would cost at least £65 if purchased in the shops.

Death of Patrick G Lynch late of The Central Hotel Bridge Street and Salthill county Galway at the age of 48 when his car was in collision with an oil tanker in county Laois. Outstanding member of Cavan Slashers GFC winning a County Senior Championship medal in 1941 when the Slashers beat Cornafean in the Final at Breffni Park. He was a coal miner and for many years lived in Carrick on Shannon before moving to Salthill Galway.He leaves a wife and 10 young children.

100,000 rainbow trout are released into the icy waters of Annagh Lake from the Angler’s Club’s Hatchery at Moynehall. The fry cost £18 per 1,000.

Cavan Bridge Club 1959-1960 President Surgeon Bertie T Cullen Captain Cyril Arnold Secretary Kathleen Sullivan Treasurer Maureen McDonald Committee Rev Father Sean O’ Reilly Saint Patrick’s College Surgeon Paddy Maloney Dermot Morgan Gerry Hunt BDS and Jim Leonard.`

October 24^th 1959 James Dillon is elected leader of Fine Gael in succession to General Richard Mulcahy. James Dillon is 59 son of John Dillon last leader of the Irish Inter Party in the House of Commons. Native of Ballaghadreen County Mayo he was first elected to Dail Eireann for Donegal, James later transferred to Monaghan. Minister for Health in Inter Party Government of 1948, he also served in James Costello’s Inter Party Government of 1954 when he was Minister for Health. Gifted orator he is reckoned to be among the  greatest public speakers since Daniel O Connell.

Drumalee gain full revenenege on the Gael’s for their recent Championship dismissal when they hammer the Gaels  4-9 to 2-1 in the Junior League having led by 2-6 to 1-0 at the interval. Doney Fay Tommy Molloy and the returning Mickey Walsh were the stars for the impressive Drumalee outfit while only Eamonn ‘ Buttons’ Brady showed any resemblance of form for a lack lustre Gaels outfit.

CYMS 1959-1960 President Charlie Leddy Vice President Tommy Connolly Secretary Eddie McEneaney Treasurer Larry Clarke Spiritual Director Father PJ Gargan CC. Committee Brian Finlay Paddy O’ Reilly Tommy Nee and S O Mahoney. Father Gargan indicates that the Club may stay in their present accommodation for at least another month as plans to build the new Presbytery  and Parochial Centre at only at a preliminary planning level.

Raymond Brady Upper Main Street a 4^th year student in Maynooth is conferred  with his BA Honours degree at Saint Patrick’s College Maynooth. Raymond is son of Maurice and Kay Brady (Nee Magee) well known drapers Upper Main Street.

Cavan Bridge Club N/S George V Maloney and Norman Cinnamond E/W Jim Leonard and H Carthy.

Dog and Gun Club 1959-1960 Chairman Eugene O Reilly Vice Chairman WP O Hanlon Secretary Jimmy McEntee Treasurer Phil Reilly Committee Father PJ Gargan Ned McKiernan Barney Connolly Tom Maguire Brian Smith Jim Fahy A Smith and Vick Bredin.

October 31^st 1959 Worst storm in many years hits the area with disruptions to ESB supplies due to many fallen trees blocking roads. Many TV aerials in the area are down and slates off roofs while the goal posts in Breffni Park were blown down and the corrugation surrounding the stadium blown away as winds reached an incredible 100 MPH.

Death of Brigid McPhillips  late Coolboyogue and Swellan Cavan. She was wife of Patrick ex GNR and was deservedly popular over a wide area. The funeral from the Cathedral of Saints Patrick and Phelim was large and representative reflecting the high esteem in which the family are held. Burial later took place in Butlersbridge cemetery with Father PJ Gargan officiating.

Rev Monsignor Patrick Flaherty on visit to his uncle Joe McKiernan the ‘Shamrock Hotel Rossa Place. He also visited his relations in the Coolbawn Potahee area and visited Potahee Church to view his mother’s Baptismal records where she was baptised 84 years ago.

Sympathy is extended to Josie O  Neill Farnham Road on the death of her mother May Larkin Enniscorthy which occurred at Farnham Road during the week. She was mother in law of PJ O Neill Sports Editor of the Anglo Celt. Funeral took place in Enniscorthy county Wexford.

Paddy and Peggy Weir together with their 2 year old  son are on holidays at 9 Jubilee with parents Billy and Baby Weir. Later they returned to Canada joined by William Weir Junior.

Joe Smith Tailor retires as Tailor in Saint Phelim’s Hospital and is congratulated by the Matron on his excellent quality of his work for over 40 years and is the recipient of a wallet of notes from the staff patients and colleagues. Ken Browne and his Band supplied the music.

November 7^th 1959 Cavan Market House to be demolished by a unanimous decision of the Cavan Urban Council where the  building is described as an ‘eye sore’. The demolition of the old building will cost £125. Originally a Court House and the focal point of the town it was purchased from Lord Farnham in 1923 for £5,500 and converted into a Market. Famous as the centre of Cavan Butter Market it was a hive of activity and many of the leading professions and businesses had adjacent shops and offices including George Maloney Cavan Harps Cavan Labour Band etc. In the days before the building of the Town Hall it was Cavan’s centre of amusement and entertainment with many old time music hall concerts in the gas lit Market House. Acts came from all over Great Britain and Ireland to entertain the many patrons here. Originally a Court House. Lord Farnham purchased the Market House from Cavan Grand Jury in 1827 to be the Market House for the town of Cavan.

Kathleen Good Drumnagart Belturbet wins the ESB sponsored county Cavan Baking competition with Kathleen Tully Raffina Belturbet winning the Junior Championship. Myrtle Henderson Medical Hall Church Street Cavan and Mrs O Reilly were the judges of the competition.

Disappointing performance by Cavan in the first round of the Ulster Junior Rugby Cup by Dromore away. They need to improve considerably to avoid an early exit from their forthcoming Provincial Towns Cup fixture. They will look to some members of the B Side who play the Royal School next Saturday to strengthen the side. B Team C H Keating BR Neil MV O Boyle Niall Walshe Ivan McClelland JB Stokes VG McKay RB Johnston George R Pratt DA Harrison JM Farrelly Phil C Cullivan and Norman C Moore. Intensive training continues each Tuesday and Thursday in Royal School grounds Kilnavara.

Bargain stalls and Bazaar are the final items in Cavan Parochial week with big crowds each night. A feature was the performance of the Cavan Players with ‘Two Dozen Yellow Roses’ which was packed to the rafters and enthusiastically received by the local audience.

Clarence Bates a native of Gibraltar is touring the area on his  bike and trailer and entertaining the local schools in the area. He has hitched hiked all over Europe since 1945 visiting France Belgium Austria Italy Switzerland Luxembourg Britain and Ireland. Clarence a master show biz personality headed straight for the Anglo Celt to publicise his arrival in the Cavan area his first appearance here since 1957.

November 14^th 1959 It never rains but it pours ! After the driest year in living record when only 19 inches of rain fell for the first 9 months. October brings a welcome 6.15 inches of rain and was the wettest month since December 1956. The heaviest rain fall was on the 10^th of October when 1.68  inches fell in the area.

Heart disease is now the biggest killer accounting for over 30% of all deaths in the State during 1957 while TB now only claims 2% of the population.

Professor James Carney of the Dublin Institute of Advanced Studies in association with Cumainn Seanchas Bhreifne launches his book ‘Genealogical History of the O Reilly. Produced by O Gorman Limited Galway and published by Cumainn Seanchas Bhreifne it is available from Brid Sheridan Cavan County Library or Father Frank McKiernan Saint Patrick’s College Cavan.

Maria Catherina Smith daughter of Paddy Minister for Agriculture and Mrs Smith Cootehill marries  Patrick J Fay son of Mary and the late Daniel Fay Lislea Cootehill in Corrick Church Cootehill where Bridesmaid was Bridie Fay and Best Man was Thomas Fay sister and brother of the Bridegroom. Father L Corr PP was the main celebrant assisted by Father Gaffney CC and Father Thomas A Tiernan CC.

November 21^st 1959  Petroleum Distributors on nationwide strike brings all flights in and out of the country to a halt and only emergency cases are being served petrol in the Cavan area as strict rationing Is introduced.

New Income Tax System to be introduced from next October entitled PAYE by the Minister of Finance. Anybody earning £6 per week or less will pay no tax at all. Maximum relief available £18-3-0 per annum.

Death of Mary Cullen Gartnasilla and late of Oldtown wife of Thomas. Native of the Ballyconnell – Corlough area, she was extremely popular and well known in the area. Survived by her husband Thomas brothers and sisters relatives and friends. She was only married 1 year ago. Funeral from the Cathedral to Corlough cemetery.

Cavan Bridge Club N/S Kathleen Brady and George Fairbrother E/W Miss Ann McEneaney and Maggie Hickey.

Gramophone recital in the Farnham Hotel is given by Samuel Johnston and Vincent Pantony. Next week Phil Cullivan will be the recitalist.

November 28^th 1959 Pope John XXIII celebrates his 78^th birthday with all flags and buntings at full mast in Vatican City as the Pope receives the usual crowds of pilgrims at his weekly audience in Saint Peter’s Square.

Petrol strike is settled as the workers return to work and Ireland returns to normal after nearly 10 days of Industrial Action.

Death of Rosanna Lee Shankill Lower at the residence of her son Packy Joe Bridge Street. She was widow of the late James Lee farmer Shankill. Highly popular resident she was well known and highly respected over a wide area where she was particularly noted for her Christian values and unbound less charity to those less well off in the community. Survived by her sons relatives and friends. Father PJ McManus officiated at the well attended representative funeral from the Cathedral of Saints Patrick and Phelim to Saint Brigid’s cemetery Killygarry.

Castlerahan win the Junior Championship beating 3-6 to 2-2 . Castlerahan played with the strong wind in the first half and got off to a flying start when they scored 2 early goals. Coming up to half time they struck again with a goal and a point to lead at the interval 3-3 to 1-1. As the second half was starting a deluge of rain fell making conditions almost impossible and scores hard to come by but Castlerahan kicked on to win the Junior Final in convincing style.

Tom Maguire the famous Cavan and Ulster footballer retires from the Garda to take up a position as Home Assistance officer for the Ballyconnell area. His father the late Joseph Maguire held the position with great distinction for many years.

~Frank Lee well known farmer and milk supplier Tullyco Cavan weds Alice T Coyle Longford Road Arva in the Cathedral of Saints Patrick and Phelim Cavan. The Bridesmaid was Nancy Hughes Gown sister of the Bride while the Best Man was Patrick Lee Castlepollard cousin of the Groom. Father AB McGrath CC officiated.

Harry Cusack Ballyjamesduff will give the recital at the first meeting of Cavan Jazz Club in the Railway Hotel.

Death of the very popular and very well known Felix McGovern ex NT Kilmore Ballinamore. He was very prominent in GAA circles in both Cavan and Leitrim as both an outstanding player and administrator. Native of Coraleehan Ballinamore he qualified as a teacher at Saint Patrick’s Training College Drumcondra Dublin and taught in Aghaconey Ballinagh county Cavan Gortahose Carrigallen and latterly Principal in Kilmore Ballinamore. Outstanding footballer he won an Ulster Senior Championship medal with Cavan in 1915. During his time in Cavan he played with Crosserlough winning a Senior Championship medal in 1919. During this time he was not only a player for both Cavan and Crosserlough but represented his Club as a delegate to Cavan County Board where his arguments were always well made and delivered in a most convincing courteous manner. Later he was to serve as Connaught representative on the Central Council of the GAA from 1934-1936. Founder member of Cavan Branch INTO he served on the National Executive Council for many years representing both Cavan and Leitrim at the annual conference. Bishop Quinn presided at the enormous funeral in Upper Drumreilly Church where over 200 clergy were in attendance. He was predeceased by his wife  Mary T nee Mulligan and is survived by his sons Father Felim McGovern Saint Patrick’s College Gerard Ford Motor Company Cork daughter Zeta McGovern Munster and Leinster Bank Rathfarnham Dublin brothers M/s Peter Francis in Dublin and Michael in Ballinamore sisters Brigid O Hara Matilda Curran and Elizabeth McGovern.

December 5^th 1959 Tragic fire at the residence of Paddy and Mrs Walshe Plumbers Ballyhaise which broke out during the night originating in roof space.  Paddy awoke to the crackling noise and smell of smoke and quickly evacuated his wife to whom he passed his 2 children out of a window as the flames took hold he was injured and suffered burns to his face. He quickly rushed to the  residence of his  neighbour Tom Fitzpatrick who drove to Ballyhaise Garda Station to ring the Fire Brigade who were on the scene in a matter of minutes. Only the walls floors and doors  survived the fire and the Walshe family lost most of their life savings which was stored in a locker in the kitchen. All the contents were destroyed and Paddy was later taken to Cavan Surgical where he is undergoing treatment for burns to his face.

Matt Rudden continues his winning ways by winning the first ever Indoor race in the country when he won the 600 yards from flying UCD student and native of Louth Donal Cullen. He later won the  800 yards with Cullen again 2^nd to the flying  Laragh man.

Parochial Committee AGM are addressed by the Adm Father Joe Dolan with regard to his ambitious plans for the development of the Parish. The priorities are a new Parochial Centre at the recently purchased Tower Hamlet site further development of the schools in the Parish and the decoration of the Cathedral which would cost in the region of £80,000-£100,000. Father Dolan points out that not enough money is coming in from the various collections to pay for the present upkeep of the Parish and some method will have to be found in order to proceed with the developments. President Rev Joe Dolan Adm Vice President Seamus Gilheaney Treasurer Tommy Smith Secretary Stephen Keaveney Assistant Secretary Connie McEntee. Committee George V Maloney Junior Ms Kathleen Lunn Elizabeth Mullery Sarah Cullen M/s John McGinnity Tommy Connolly Tom Hickey Leo Keogan Packy Cullen Sean Galligan Charlie Fay ET O Halloran and Dr Brian Galligan.

Death of Patrick Lawlor in Govan Glasgow brother of Phil Lawlor Professional Cavan Golf Club. Patrick emigrated 50 years ago and worked as a Driller in the Glasgow Ship Yards. He was last home in the Summer and was in his usual good form. Survived by his wife and 2 children Jack Lawlor and Mrs Eileen Stewart brothers John in Kildare Phil Cavan Mrs M Murray and Ellie Lawlor Cavan Mrs Mable Cronin Edinburgh and Mrs Annie O Hare in New York. Funeral in Govan Glasgow.

Sympathy is  extended to Bill Galvin Post Office on the death of his mother in Moate county Westmeath.

Billy Morris Church Street will give the next recital at the Cavan Jazz Club in the Railway Hotel.

Saint Patrick’s College beat Abbey CBS Newry in Newry to qualify for the McRory Cup Final 1-6 to 1-4 having led by 1-4  to 1-2 at the interval. Saint Pats played against the wind in the first half and could have won much more decisively than the score suggests owning the ball in the final quarter but their forward line failed to capitalise on their numerous chances. Saint Pat’s team was John Boyle Jimmy Stafford Fintan McKiernan  Brendan Young Ray Carolan Tom McKiernan Brian Maguire James P Smith Frank Kennedy James V Maguire Larry McCluskey Brian Johnston Kevin Blessing and Philip McMenamin.

December 12^th 1959 Pictured at the Cavan Angler’s Dinner in the Farnham Hotel are John Smith Laragh with the Jeff White Cup George V Maloney Junior Jim O Flynn Cup Father Malachy Byrne Chairman Gargan Ring Cup Back MJ Smith Vice Chairman S Young Inland Fisheries M Leggett Field Manager Inland Fisheries Trust Norman Cinnamond Vincent Bartley Treasurer and Tommy Donohoe Secretary.

Sean Walshe well known Cavan long distance swimmer announces his intention to go full time in his bid to swim the  North Channel as he is chosen to represent Ireland in the Butlin’s holiday swim in July1960. He will join well known Enniskillen long distance swimmer Jack McCelland in the baths in Belfast on Saint Stephen’s Day as part of their joint training for the attempt on the Channel. Teddy rates Sean as potentially the 4^th best long distance swimmer in the world and both will tour Britain and France in a series of exhibition swims prior to their assault on the North Channel.

Cavan Bridge Club E/W Miss Hennessy and Mrs Paddy Coughlan and E/W George V Maloney and George Fairbrother.

Saint Patrick’s College Past Pupils Union President JP Neary Vice President Con P Smith Secretary Brian O Reilly Treasurer T Ryan and G O Reilly. The annual Dinner Dance will be staged in the Gresham Hotel on January 20^th 1960.

December 19^th 1959 Sister M Philomena aged 84 at the Poor Clare Convent Carlow. She was daughter of Mr and Mrs Terence O Reilly Belturbet. Survived by her sister brothers nephews nieces. Funeral at the Poor Clare Convent Carlow.

County Cavan Golf Club 1960 President Dr BT Cullen Captain  Jack Binchey Treasurer R Ormsby Secretary Dermot Morgan and Assistant Secretary Dr FPE Smith. Ladies Section President Dorie Smith Captain Philomena Coleman Secretary Maisie Magee Treasurer Molly Finegan Match Secretary Margaret English.

Death of Hugh Smith 25 Connolly a former Butcher and star footballer with Cavan Slashers. In recent years himself and his brother Bartle were officials of Cavan County Board at all of the games in Breffni Park acting as gate men and stewards. He was a former member of Cavan Slashers and Cavan Harps committee. Survived by his brothers James Bartle and Thomas. Cavan Gaels formed the Guard of Honour as the cortege reached the Cathedral from Saint Phelim’s Hospital. Father PJ Gargan CC officiated at the funeral from the Cathedra to Cullies cemetery.

Sister Mary Magdalen De Pazzi eldest daughter of Mr and Mrs Edward McEvoy College Street makes her final profession at the Convent of the Franciscan   Missionaries Loughlynn county Roscommon and is presented with the Holy Habit by the Bishop of Elphin Most Rev Dr Hanley.

Surgeon Paddy Maloney is the winner of the Christmas competition at Cavan Bridge Club.

Brisk trade at Cavan Turkey Market with all birds selling out at prices of Hens 2/3 to 2/6 Cocks 1/9. No demand for either geese or ducks which were taken home unsold despite being offered as low as 1/6 per lb.

December 26^th 1959 Death of Patrick Lynch Killycannon at Saint Phelim’s Hospital. Survived by his brother and sister. Funeral from Saint Patrick’s Church Castletara to Saint Brigid’s cemetery Killygarry.

Cavan Shamrocks will take on Longford Town B at Drumaloor in a friendly exhibition game on Saint Stephen’s day.

Death of Peter Smith in New York a member of the Cavan Slashers team led by fellow Castletara  native and present Registrar of the Cavan County Board Jack McConnell Ashe Street Cavan. Peter was a classic footballer and true sportsman representing the county team on a number of occasions before emigrating to New York 40 years ago.

Last Bridge session of the decade at Cavan Bridge Club is won by N/S Kathleen Sullivan and Dermot Morgan and E/W George Maloney Junior and George Fairbrother.

Congratulations to Margaret Smith Acres Cavan in qualifying an SRN at Broadgreen General Hospital Liverpool. She is daughter of Bridget and the late Thomas Gaffney Acres Cavan.

Cavan At Home Week features Paddy Crosby and the School around the Corner Cavan Adult Dancing Cavan Players with ‘Shop at Sly Corner’ a thriller in 3 acts by Edward Perry Cavan CBSI Cavan Musical Society’s first stage performance ‘Airs on a Shoe String’ with Father AB McGrath Musical Director and Phil Cullivan Producer. All proceeds are in aid of Parochial funds.

January 2^nd 1959 Tragic death of John Jack Galligan Sexton Saint Mary’s Church Ballyhaise. Struck down with a car as he returned to the village after ringing for the Angelus just after 6 o clock on the 22^nd December 1959. Paddy Cusack County Coroner asked the Jury to return a verdict of accidental death following an inquest into the accident at Cavan Surgical Hospital.

Last ever train leaves Cavan Station for Dundalk at 5:15 PM on New Year’s Eve. 100 years of distinguished transportation and memories come to an end as CIE announce that the Station will be sold and all the employees will re deployed to other locations. There was no ceremony or gathering of crowds to mark the end of Cavan Railway Station. Total apathy on the part of the townspeople marked the mood as they accepted the inevitable without so much as a murmur which also characterised the mood in Cavan when GNR pulled out some years ago. Apart from a late letter of protest from Cavan Chamber of Commerce it would appear that no formal protests were made and nobody anticipated  the devastating effect that the closing of the railway would have on the Community. The following personnel  changes were announced by CIE Patrick Quinn Stationmaster to be Stationmaster Tipperary town Paddy Masterson Signalman to be Signalman George Simpson Clerical Officer to be Clerical Officer Roscommon Frank McCaughey Clerical Office Clerical Officer Longford Michael Lennon Clerical Officer to Cavan Bus  Station Michael McGahern Guard to Mullingar Paddy Halligan General Porter Kingsbridge  Dublin JF McKiernan Signalman to Amiens Street Dublin N Halligan Working Foreman to Drogheda Paddy Donlon Goods Checker Retired on redundancy P B Mulvaney Goods Porter to Drogheda FR Haddock Signalman to Killester Dublin.

Great strides being made by Cavan Rugby Club with new washing facilities installed at Cavan’s Railway Hotel as the Club  now field two teams. They meet and tog out at the Railway Hotel before returning after the game to a hot shower or bath in the Railway Hotel. They are playing both North of Ireland and Leinster opposition. Their fixture list includes games against  NIFC Dungannon Banbridge and Sligo.

January 9^th 1960 Cavan TB Hospital at Saint Joseph’s Lisdarn is closed to TB patients who are now being transferred to Peamont Sanatorium in Dublin. Pictured is Nurse Rose Meehan Jimmy Smith Ambulance Driver Michael J Smith Secretary Cavan County Council Dr P Watters Assistant County MOH Miss N Crowley Matron Lisdarn and Dr M Cooney County MOH wishing the last TB patient bon voyage on his trip to new surroundings in Peamont Sanatorium Dublin.

Death of Very Rev Joseph Young PP Saint Laurence O Toole’s Church Dublin at the age of 79. Native of Drumcrave he was brother of Tommy Young the ‘Dublin Bar’ Ashe Street.

Geoffrey Quigley will be the Adjudicator at Cavan Drama Festival. Well known actor he is attached to the Globe Theatre in Dublin. The Patron of Cavan Drama Festival is Most Rev Dr Quinn Bishop of Kilmore President Rev Joe Dolan Chairman Tom Fitzpatrick Vice Chairman Seamus Gilheaney Secretary Nellie McIntyre Assistant Secretary Bella Power Treasurer JC Keogan.

Labour Band parade the town at midnight  to welcome in a new year and a new decade playing Irish and season airs. Meanwhile festivities in the Town Hall with the Rugby Club dance  where the capacity crowd linked hands at midnight to welcome in the New Year singing ‘Auld Lang Syne’. There was a Watch Service in the Church of Ireland to welcome in the New Year.

Sympathy is extended to ex Superintendent Joe Murray on the death of his sister Mary Lake View Monaghan.

Dave Dixon Quartet and Des Jenkins Jazzmen entertain a capacity crowd at the Cavan Jazz Club session in the Ulster Arms. Guests included Jimmy Compton Belfast Ireland’s leading trombonist who played with the Des Jenkins Jazzmen and well known jazz columnist Gerry McQueen an expert on jazz both here and abroad.

Mrs M McCaul and Sadie Maguire are the outstanding winners of the recent singing contest held in the Town Hall Cavan.

Father AB McGrath is the recitalist this week at Cavan Gramophone Society while William Browne who is on holiday from his new teaching post at Holy Ghost Fathers Blackrock College will give next week’s recital at the Club in the Farnham Hotel.

January 16^th1959 Pictured playing their majestic harps at the Cavan At Home Week are Carina Sullivan Teresa Hughes and Peggy Mulvaney. The three harpists are undertaking a Coast to Coast tour of the USA where all venues on their itinerary have been booked out.

Rev Michael J Corr a native of Legaginny Ballinagh is appointed Domestic Prelate of Newark Diocese USA. He is brother of Father Larry Corr PP Kill and Barney Corr Dentist Cavan and the late Father TR Corr New Jersey . Educated at Legaginny NS and Saint Patrick’s College he was ordained in the USA in 1913 and last visited the land of his birth in 1927.Chaplain to the American Troops he was attached to the famous ‘Fighting 69^th Regiment and was wounded and gassed in the trenches in the 1914-1918 World War. Decorated by both the American and French Governments for his bravery and courage in combat.

Death of Mary E Lambert at her residence 18 Saint Phelim’s Place on the 8^th January 1960 at a young age. She was widow of the late Walter Lambert who died 7 years ago. She is survived by her son Des daughter Gabrielle mother sister. Father AB McGrath officiated at the funeral which was large and representative from the Cathedral of Saints Patrick and Phelim with burial in Saint Brigid’s cemetery Killygarry.

 

Drumalee GFC 1960 Presidents Father Patsy Young CC and P Molloy Chairman Paul Caffrey Vice Chairman Jimmy Costello Secretary Pat Sharkey Treasurer Brendan Young Representative to County Committee GAA Paul Caffrey. Committee Sean Walshe Mickey Walshe Tommy Walshe PJ McGovern Tommy Smith Sean Boylan Matt Reilly B Smith Mick Geoghegan  Seamus Fay Tommy Molloy R Higgins.

Dungannon much too strong for Cavan scoring 1 goal 3 tries 14 points to the visitors solitary goal 5 points. Cavan are tuning up by training 2 nights per week at the Royal School grounds for their upcoming match against Ballymena in the 2^nd round of the  Ulster Towns Cup. Team Tommy White Belturbet Norman Cinnamond R Scott D Harrison John English Derek Morris T O Connor R Johnston K McKay C Shekelton Phil Cullivan G McConville George Maloney Norman Moore and S O Mahoney. Subs J Stokes E Caffrey J Farry C Keating. Team meet at Railway Hotel at 2 pm sharp for match at 2:30 pm sharp.

Cavan CYMS annual social in the Pavilion Ballroom enjoyed by members friends and families. Father PJ Gargan returned thanks to the large crowd for their generous support of the function.

Winners at the annual fancy dress competition in Kilmore Hall Children Trevor Richmond John Kenny John Scott Elizabeth Lyndsey Norman Pratt Mervyn Lyndsey Alec Scott. Adults Miss Woodhouse Mrs Armstrong and Mrs J Browne Mrs Willie Scott Miss R Pratt and R Neill Ruth and Iris Stafford Belder Pratt Sally Pratt and Mrs Maloney. Special prize of an iron presented to Mrs Davidson for the most children of school going age (7). Mr McCaughey Killeshandra was MC. Rev and Mrs Slater and Rev and Mrs Drury were the impartial judges.

Cavan Adult Dancing Class with a variety programme are popular visitors to Saint Phelim’s Hospital while Cavan Musical Society fresh from their triumphant debut in the ‘ Cavan At Home Week’ with ‘Airs  on a Shoestring ‘with Musical Director Father AB McGrath and Producer Phil Cullivan entertain and captivate an audience of patients and staff.

January 23^rd 1959 Nurse Nora Crowley retires as Matron Cavan TB Hospital where she was the one and only Matron for the last 17 years since it was opened in 1942. She was formerly Matron of the old TB Hospital (The Clinic) at Cathedral Road. Native of Macroom county Cork she took on a mammoth task and lived to see the dreaded disease almost obliterated from the list of fatal  Irish health problems thanks to the advent of stronger medication and more understanding of the cause and cure of this infectious scourge which killed the finest young Irish people mostly in the prime of life. On behalf of the staff colleagues and the people of Cavan Dr Michael Cooney County MOH made a presentation to this heroic woman at a well attended  Social in the Hospital.

Cavan Bridge Club N/S George Maloney and George Fairbrother E/W Cyril and Nell Arnold.

January 30^th 1959 Cavan Urban Council still considering  selling the Market Yard to the Department of Posts and Telegraphs for a new Post Office and Automatic Telephone Excahange. County Manager Dermot McCarthy outlines the situation but it would appear that the Department are still far below the asking price for this  town centre property. Michael Young Chairman presided and also present were JP Walsh Vice Chairman John Murray Robert Simpson Paddy Conaty Joe McGovern Thomas J Fitzpatrick Solicitor. Dermot McCarthy County Manager and Miss C Brady Acting Town Clerk.

Over 60 employees attend the Smith’s Trade Conference in Cavan where they were addressed by the Chairman Con P Smith who outlined the success of the Rebuilt Tractor trade which was now supplying tractors and machinery at home and abroad at affordable prices to farmers all over Europe. There were now over 200 people employed rebuilding old tractors and producing an article ‘as good as new at half the price’ since the operation started in 1957. Low capital outlay for a highly reliable power unit. Con P Smith himself an example of decency and integrity concludes by telling the workers that their motto is ‘Fair an honourable dealings –not satisfied unless the customer is totally and completely happy with the purchase.

Handball County Board  1959 Chairman Peadar Doyle Vice Chairman M Doyle Secretary John Maguire Ballyconnell Treasurer Tommy Donohoe Representative on All Ireland Handball Council Victor Sherlock while P McMahon will represent the Board at the Ulster Council.

Gogarty’s 80 Main Street are offering the new GEC slim line tv set at only 14/6 weekly which they can collect at your door each week. Phone Michael or Jim Hand twins at Cavan 150 for more details and personal attention.

McCarren’s 18^th annual dance in the Town Hall is well patronised with spots every dance while the 3^rd annual Vera Brady dance at the same venue has spots decorations  and a fair degree of glamour attracting a capacity attendance with proceeds going to a local charity.

Early angler John Wilson catches 5 pike from 2-5 lbs on the Annalee River at Butlersbridge.

Miss P Galligan a hairdresser in Eileen McManus’ Beauty Salon Abbey Street wins 1^st prize of £500 in the Gael Linn Draw. Pictured are Paddy Carroll Promoter Gael Linn Eileen McManus and the lucky winner Patricia Galligan.

Big promotion for TV with Smith’s Supply Stores Dublin Road offering superior after sales service.

February 6^th 1960 President De Gaulle becomes Dictator in France after the French Senate vote 226-39 to grant him special powers following the abortive but bloody Algerian insurrection. For the next 12 months all Government Decrees will bear the General’s signature.

Big surprise with Cavan retaining 6 players on the Ulster Railway Cup team while Down the reigning Ulster Champions have only 4 representatives on the team. Cavan have Noel Reilly at right back Gabriel Kelly at full back Tom Maguire at centre half back Jim McDonnell at left half back and Charlie Gallagher and James Brady in the forwards. Team Tady Turbett Noel O Reilly Gabriel Kelly Pat Rice P Breen Tom Maguire Jim McDonnell Jim McKeever Joe Lennon Sean O Neill Jodie O Neill Charlie Gallagher Jimmy Whan James Brady and Paddy Doherty.

Saint Vincent De Paul door to door collection in all areas of the town is now being taken up.

Death of William F Lavelle at the residence of his brother in law John Ryan Drumelis. Funeral from Cavan Parish Church to the New cemetery.

Seamus De Faoite Chairman of Cumainn Rinnce an Cabhain outlines plans for the Club’s figure dancing and music competitions. An Oiche Gaeilge will be held in the Town Hall on Saint Patrick’s Day.

N/S Father PJ Gargan and Maggie Hickey E/W Mrs Coughlan and Miss Hennessy.

Death of Bridget McKiernan  wife of Patrick McKiernan Swellan. Survived by her husband and family. Funeral was very large and representative from the Cathedral to Saint Patrick’s Drumcor cemetery.

February 13^th 1960 Matt Rudden the Laragh athletic star retains his Ulster Senior title over 8 miles of undulating cross country in Derry. Alex McGravock from Limavaddy was 2^nd with Ulster Junior and Intermediate champion George Williamson 3^rd . The first three broke away from the field of 150 runners early on and finished ½ mile ahead of the 4^th finisher. With 200 yards to go the three were locked together but the faster stronger and more experienced Matt Rudden finished 10 yards ahead of the fast finishing supporting duo. Newry Shamrocks won the team prize with Oak Leaf Derry 2^nd and Limavaddy 3^rd.

Cavan Darts Club are organising the All Ireland Darts competition. Entries form from Chris Smith Secretary Licensed Vintner 7 Bridge Street Cavan.

Death of Kathleen Gilchrist in Dun Laoire. Old and respected resident the family ran a general provisions store at Upper Main Street for many years. Survived by her brother Matt sisters relatives and many friends. The funeral was large and representative with Father PJ McManus officiating in the Cathedral and later at the burial in Saint Brigid’s cemetery Killygarry.

5^th annual Pat McDonnell’s Dance in the Town Hall with Jimmy Wiley ~Band with  early music being provided by Glory Alley Jazz Group Cavan.

Cumann Seanchas Bhreifne AGM in the Farnham Hotel at 8 pm on February 26^th 1960 will be addressed by Dr Hayes McCoy Professor of History at University College Galway and authority on Military History. His subject wil be ‘Sir John Davis in Cavan 1606’. His last visit to Cavan was for the Tercentenary of Owen Roe O  Neill in 1949.

Laragh runner Francie McDermott representing Saint Augustine’s Dublin wins the Leinster Youth Junior Championship in the Phoenix Park which was covered in snow. Francie ran all of the 6 miles in his bare feet  and finished well clear of the other 200 runners as Athletics once again becomes a highly competitive sport after the Olympic Gold medal win of Ronnie Delaney in Melbourne.

February 20^th 1959 Cavan Urban Council approve the County Manager’s estimate of £3,400 to be paid in compensation to the tenants of the Market Yard which has a major tenant in Tommy Montgomery who operates a car hire and deals in wool fruits and other businesses from his extensive premises. Other tenants of the Market House due for demolition are Cavan Labour Band and Cavan Boxing Club.

Matt Rudden leads his Dublin club Saint Augustine’s to victory  in the Dublin Senior Cross Country Championships over 8 mile in the  snow covered Phoenix Park. He was 4 seconds ahead of team mate Harry Gorman the Irish 10 mile champion with Paddy Carmody Metro Harriers occupying 3^rd place.

Loreto present beat Loreto past 2-1 in a thrilling and exciting encounter at Loreto Camogie field. Among the past members was Rita Kenny a member of the famous Sullivan family Upper Main Street and a former Cavan Slashers and Cavan player who  won an Ulster Senior Championship with Cavan in 1942 Nancy Brady Evelyn O Hare Lauri McConnell Celestia Reilly Marie Sullivan Mairead Rutledge Una McGovern and Anna Smith Captain while the present captain was Nancy Tully.

Sergeant Patrick Keane is transferred to Letterkenny where he will take up the post of Inspector. Native of county Clare he joined the Garda Siochana in 1944 and served in Waterville Tullamore and Birr before being appointed Garda Sergeant in 1953 where he served first in Cork and from 1956 in Cavan town.He was a Volunteer in the Irish Army during the Emergency. His colleagues and many friends in Cavan made a presentation of a set of  Waterford Cut Crystal at the Social and presentation in the Garda Barracks.

Cavan’s Royal School present Gilbert and Sullivan’s light opera ‘ Trial by Jury’ in a packed to capacity Town Hall. Produces by Cyril Anderson the standard was away up above average and the capacity audience responded to a wonderful musical treat. In the prelude to the main event Mary Kelly was outstanding on vocals while Colin Staveley gave a solo performance on the violin. Bishop Moore in thanking the audience paid tribute to the excellent entertainment provided by the Royal School students.

Death of Isabella Maud Oates at the age of 102 in Melbourne Australia. She was aunt of J Jones 11 College Street and emigrated to Australia from her native Cavan when she was only 13. She was a great great grandmother.

Death of Mrs Marian McNally College Street widow of the late Peter McNally . Very popular lady of great Christian faith and virtue. Father PJ Gargan officiated at the funeral in the Cathedral with burial in Cullies cemetery.

Cavan Bridge Club N/S Father Frank McKiernan and Tommy McCormick E/W Maggie Hickey and Carmel McDonald.

Death of the famous and very popular Danny Brady Loughduff at the age of 62. Known far and wide as the Gunner Brady  he was father of Phil ‘Gunner’ Brady who won 3 All Ireland Senior Championship medals with Cavan and Sean Brady Mullahoran Dreadnoughts and Cavan Junior star. He was an employee of Cavan County Council and was a star Cavan and Mullahoran footballer winning several Ulster Championship medals with Cavan. Danny took an active part in the War of Independence and was an active member of the local IRA Brigade being seriously wounded when escaping at speed from the advancing Black and Tans. The Bradys were known all over the country as  decent welcoming and very  hospitable people and their exploits in the cause of the poor and deprived were legendary. Danny was the father of 13  children scattered to the four corners of the Globe in  Ireland England and the USA. Father Frawley CC was the chief celebrant of the funeral Mass in Saint Joseph’s Church Loughduff where over 100 members of the Clergy from Ardagh and Clonmacnoise and Kilmore and Dublin were in attendance. Burial took place in the adjoining cemetery.

February 27^th 1959 Death of one of Cavan’s greatest musical legends Father Willie Buchanan at the  age of 68. Born in Ballinagh on the 27^th of March 1890 of parents James Buchanan and Kate Masterson-his father was an ex Sergeant in the RIC, he spent all of his adult life in Bridge Street Cavan where his  father owned a pub later known as ‘The Melvin Bar’. Educated at the old Christian Brothers school Saint Patrick’s College and Saint Patrick’s College Maynooth where he was ordained on the 20^th June 1915. He was appointed curate in Rossinver and the following year he was appointed to the teaching staff in Saint Patrick’s College. Appointed CC Cavan in 1926 where he was Musical Director in the old Cathedral Choir. Founder member of the famous Cavan Choral Society he staged many operas and musicals in the Town Hall including guest artistes from all over Britain and Ireland including the  world famous Ben Williams from the Carl Ross Company Terry O Connor soprano Jimmy O Dea Gerald Crufts and  Walter McNally to mention only a few. All the shows  staged played to capacity enthusiastic audiences and were anticipated and talked about for many months. The Cathedral Choir was a symbol of his perfection and attention to detail and was known and respected all over the country. He also organised Organ recitals which were acclaimed by all who had the privilege of gaining admission to shows booked out months in advance. He was also very deeply involved with the famous Irish National Foresters Brass Band and acted as a tutor and conductor. He was a leading promoter of the Holy Family Confraternity which earned the reputation of being the most devoted and best attended in the country. Transferred to Derrylin in 1936 he was presented with an inscribed ebony conductor’s baton from his many friends in the town. Bishop Austin Quinn presided at the Solemn Office and Requiem Mass in the Cathedral of Saints Patrick and Phelim where the chief celebrant was Father Joe Dolan Adm assisted by Rev Noel McIntyre Drung  and Father Paddy Morris CC Belturbet. Father PJ Corrigan was MC. The coffin was borne by Prefects and Sub Prefects of the Holy Family Confraternity and members of the old Cathedral Choir and Choral Society. All businesses in the town closed as the cortege made its journey from the Cathedral to Saint Brigid’s cemetery Killygarry where Father Joe Dolan Adm recited the final prayers. Father Willie Buchanan is survived by his brother Vincent Wolfe Tone Street Frank Buchanan New York and sister Annie Buchanan nephews nieces and a large circle of friends.

Frank Reilly Pig Dealer 85 Church Street is awarded 1,944 damages by the Master of the High Court arising out of a collision near his home while cycling he was knocked down by a car driven Kevin McKenna Clerical Officer Monaghan County Council on June 18^th 1958 when he received abrasions and a broken thigh as a result. Tom Fitzpatrick represented the plaintiff who is making a full recovery. 

James Dillon is elected President of the Fine Gael Party as Jim Norton former Tanaiste and Minister for Industry and Commerce is replaced by Brendan Corish as Leader of the Labour Party.

Death of Margaret Finlay relict of the late William Finlay at the residence of her son William Finlay Saint Mary’s Terrace Cavan . Native of Coolbawn Corlesmore she was extremely well known and highly respected. Survived by her 2 sons and 1 daughter. Father AB McGrath officiated at the large and representative funeral in the Cathedral of Saints Patrick and Phelim Cavan to Potahee cemetery.

Capacity crowd at the 14^th Nurses Dance in the Town Hall which was beautifully decorated and spots donated by the business community awarded at each dance. Proceeds in aid of the Irish Nurses Organisation while Surgeon Paddy Maloney returned thanks for thee outstanding attendance and sponsorship of spots and other expenses.

Cavan Tourist Association Chairman Hugh Gough Vice Chairman John McGinnity Secretary Austin McDonald Treasurer Maurice Jackson.

Ken Browne fills t he solo spot on Radio Eireann on  the new series entitled ‘Some Popular Ballads’.

Bridge Club N/S Ina Hickey and Tommy McCormick E/W Gerry Hunt and Paddy D Maloney. Beginners Mr Leahy and Mr Pollock.

March 5^th 1959 Mystery sale of Cavan Egg Market to a Motor Company who may or may not set up a factory  there. The County Manager tells the Cavan Urban Council that he has received a bid by tender for the Egg Market of £2.500. The Company will initially employ 20 people with further plans for expansion in the pipeline. Later Tom Fitzpatrick who  was not present at the original meeting is  approached by an irate Con P Smith who has set up a thriving Tractor Assembly plant nearby objects to the sale on the grounds of hast and no detail of purchaser and his intention of use of the site.

Two leap year baby boys at Saint Joseph’s Private Nursing Home Virginia born to Mr and Mrs Brendan Murray and Mr and Mrs Peter O Reilly Virginia.

John Duggan and his son Michael are the stars of the Redhills victory over County Junior Champions Castlerahan in Redhills. Helped by goals by Tom Duggan and with the elder John Duggan Man of the Match Redhills playing with the aid of the elements led by 3-1 to 0-3 at the interval before running out winners with a ‘backs to the wall’ display 3-2 to 1-5.

Musical Spectacular in the Town Hall as Cavan CBSI stage ‘Barney Brannigan and the 40 Niggers’ . Cast of 16 including 14 of Cavan’s leading adult performers and Cavan’s first Black and White Minstrel Show. Admission is priced from 3/6 2/6 and 1/6.

Rev JJ McGuiness Lagos is on a short holiday to his grand mother Mrs M Sharkey Drumalee.

Death of Mary Gilsenan Lisreagh widow of Michael at Saint Phelim’s Hospital. Known throughout the country as a lady of deep religious conviction she lived her life in an exemplary manner and was very charitable to those less well off in the Communinty. There was a large and representative attendance at the funeral from the Cathedral of Saints Patrick and Phelim to Saint Brigid’s cemetery Killygarry with Father AB McGrath officiating.

Seamus De Faoite Chairman of Cavan Adult Dancing Class announces that entries have been received from Cavan Monaghan Longford and Sligo for the Figure Dancing Competitions on Saint Patrick’s Day. He is presently modifying the Garryowen Jig and the Cuchullain Jig which will be part of the official programme while an Oiche Gaeilge will be held in the Town Hall on Saint Patrick’s night.

The recital at this week’s Gramophone Recital was given by Maura Baxter ‘Saint Aiden’s Cavan while next week Michael Harding Rock Cross is the recitalist.

Godfrey Quigley well known actor and producer from the Globe Theatre in Dublin is the Adjudicator for the forthcoming 14^th Cavan Drama Festival which is the 2^nd oldest Drama Festival in the country.

March 12^th 1960 Proposals to raise Taoiseach’s salary from £3,000 to £4,000 Attorney General from £3,000 to £3,500 Minsters from £2,125 to £3,000 Parliamentary Secretaries from £1,500 to £2,000 Ceann Comhairle from £2,125 to £3,000 TDS from £625 to £1.000 and Senators from £468 to  £750 meets with howls of disapproval from the public all over Ireland who accuse all parties of being involved in a conspiracy to rob the people.

Phil Donohoe Bert Flood and Tommy Donohoe land the first bag of beautiful brown trout on  Lough Sheelin catching 5 ranging in size from 2 lbs to 6 lbs. Pictured are Bernard and Cian ?? Flood children of Bert Flood and Des Donohoe  son of Phil Donohoe.

Death of Bernard ‘Bennie’ Smyth at his residence 25 Nealdon Street Stockwell London . One of Cavan’s leading businessmen until his retirement and subsequent emigration to England 3 years ago. He was involved  in the licensed trade for over 40 years and subsequently his wife May and sister in law Phyllis opened a religious goods and souvenir shop in the adjoining premises (Eason’s).Deservedly popular with young and old Benny was a decent gentle generous man extremely well known for his hospitality and charity. Long time member of the old Holy Family Confraternity in both the new and old Cathedral where he was also a member of the Cathedral Choir and the under Father Willie Buchanan. He was brother of Father Michael Smyth Maryland USA and the late Father John Smyth Hainsbury USA and is survived by his wife May sons Freddie  Brian Fergus and daughters Lorna and Dorothy. Huge crowd out to meet the cortege on the outskirts of the town. There was a large and representative attendance at the funeral from the Cathedral which stopped at his business premises on the Main Street. As a mark of respect all businesses closed as the cortege passed on its way to Cullies cemetery where Father PJ Gargan again officiated at the burial and final prayers.

Saint Patrick’s College fielding many of the Cavan All Ireland Minor Finalists team are given a good chance of gaining their 9^th McRory Cup triumph when they take on Saint Colman’s Newry in the final in Castleblayney on Sunday.

 

Cavan Chamber of Commerce 1960 President GH Black Secretary George V Maloney Jnr Treasurer Tom McKenna. Council Liam Bogue Pat Hourican John Coulter Seamus Fox Robert Mackeral Con A Smith Maurice Jackson Peter Mullen Jack R Halpin Tommy Connolly Brian Coleman Louis Blessing and H McNeill Ross.

Death of Sarah Black at the residence of Mrs J McCusker Saint Patrick’s Swellan. There was a large and representative attendance at the funeral from the Cathedral where Father A B McGrath officiated with burial later in Killygarry cemetery.

Over flow attendance at the 9^th annual Comalthas Ceolteoiri Eireann Concert in the Town Hall which featured musicians from all over Roscommon Dublin Sligo Cavan Longford Leitrim Meath and Monaghan. Kathleen Watkins the internationally acclaimed Harpist was the guest star.

March 19^th 1960 E Kelly Chairman Monaghan County Council leads the condemnation of the proposed increases to Oireachtas members. At the same meeting Senator JJ Brennan pointed out that  a Rate Collector was better paid than a TD.

Cavan Adult Dancing Class perform at many of the key locations in Cavan town capturing the rapt and appreciative attention of the congregation emerging from Solemn High Mass in the Cathedral of Saints Patrick and Phelim on the feast of Saint Patrick. Later there were 20 different figure dancing and Ceilidhe music competitions in the Town Hall with a star studded celebrity cast for the Oiche Gaeilge. In the Ulster Arms all local Irish Americans gathered for their annual dinner and get together.

After Solemn High Mass in the Pro cathedral in Dublin celebrated by Cootehill born Archbishop John Charles McQuaid  the President Eamonn De Velera and Taoiseach Sean Lemass joined the other dignitaries on the reviewing stand adjacent to the GPO for the big Saint Patrick’s Day Commercial Cultural and Industrial parade led by ploughing champions and headed up by Mary Shanahan of Kerry the Queen of the Plough.

“Wanted strong messenger boy and 2 girls one for the General Office and 1 counter hand for the Grocery and Confectionary Department. All applicants must apply in their own handwriting. Salary in accordance with experience. George Fegan and Company Phone 83 and 228 (2 lines).

In a thrilling McRory Cup Final Saint Patrick’s College after a bright start fade to a Saint Colman’s Newry outfit 2-6 to 0-4 in the McRory Cup Final at damp and wintry Castleblayney. Saint Colmans’s played a fast accurate brand of football keeping the ball low and finding colleagues in soccer style  while Saint Pat’s excelled at the traditional catch and kick giving hard won possession away all too often and much too easy. Newry were solid at the back strong and athletic in midfield and their forwards capitalised on the possession gained. The decisive moment came in the 1^st half when a high ball was lobbed into the Cavan square and despite the best efforts of John Boyle in the Saint Pat’s goal ended in the back of the net. Saint Pat’s had nobody of the calibre of Down and  Ulster Railway Cup Star Sean O Neill who was a constant tormentor of the Cavan defence. Scorers for Saint Patrick’s College Frank Kennedy 0-2  Larry McCluskey and Brian Maguire 0-1 each. Team John Boyle Jimmy Stafford Fintan McKiernan Seamus Gough Brendan Young Ray Carolan Tom McKiernan Brian Johnston JP Smith Kevin Blessing Brian Maguire Frankie Kennedy Philip McMenamin Matty Carolan and Larry McCluskey. Subs Brian McElhinney for John Boyle James Maguire for Matt Carolan Referee Father Enda McCormack Saint McCartan’s Monaghan.

Cavan Urban Council decide by 5 votes to 3 to sell Cavan Egg Market to Phair Brothers Belturbet for a consideration of £2,500 despite the last minute intervention of Con P Smith who addressed the meeting outlining  his extensive plans for the site which would include a factory to manufacture farm machinery which would employ 40-50 people. Despite his last minute pleas he failed to  impress the majority of the Council who endorsed the earlier decision taken to sell the Egg Market to Phair Brothers Main Morris Agents Belturbet. Paddy Conaty J P Walshe and Tom Fitzpatrick voted against the sale while Gerry Kelly Robert Simpson Joe McGovern Johnny Murray and Nicholas Halligan voted to go ahead with the  sale.

March 26^th 1960 The 16^th Annual Cavan Drama Festival is opened by the Bishop of Kilmore Most Rev Dr Austin Quinn. On stage with the Bishop were Godfrey Quigley Adjudicator Father Joe Dolan Adm President Tom Fitzpatrick Chairman Nellie McIntyre Secretary and John L Keogan Treasurer. All performances to date have been booked out and a feature of the Festival is the number of new plays on the programme.

Vera Brady’s Fashion Show in the Town Hall features Maeve Elliott 9) Rosaleen Maloney (6) and Ann Kennedy (4) modelling children’s fashions. A capacity crowd showed their enthusiasm and appreciation with all proceeds going to Cavan ICA.

Father Sean O Reilly and Billy Browne win the prestigious Cullen Cup  at Cavan Bridge Club where they are pictured receiving the trophy from Bertie and  Mrs Maura Cullen. GA Cummins Dublin was an outstanding tournament director. Cyril Arnold Captain returned thanks to all who participated or supported the outstanding tournament.

Tom J Barron from Bailieborough replaces Father Tom Halton who is studying in the USA as Chairman of Cumann Seanchas Bhreifne at the AGM held in the Courthouse  Cavan Vice Chairman Brian O Mordha Secretary Father Frank McKiernan and Treasurer Breege Sheridan.