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JANUARY 2^nd 1961

January 9^th 1961

January 16^th 1961

JANUARY 2^nd 1961 Cavan Urban Council announce that they are prepared to give their valuable site in the Swellan field to anyone who will set up a factory on the site which has full planning permission for industrial use. County Manager Dermot McCarthy is asked to advertise the site in West Germany but Johnny Murray is adamant that an Irish developer employing local labour should be given precedence.

Bishop of Meath Most Rev Dr Kyne is pictured with Seamus De Faoite Chairman of the Adult Dancing Class who are promoting ‘Cavan At Home’ week in the Town Hall. Bishop Kyne was attending the highlight of the week HMS Pinafore produced by Father ABC McGrath and performed by the Cavan Musical Society.

Death of Felix Kelly Derrygoss Butlersbridge whose body was found on the side of the road at 4 pm on Thursday after he went to fodder cattle in an outlying farm at Deredis. Came from a family who were all active in the struggle for Independence and retained their Republican views to the present day. Sympathy is extended to his wife and family. Funeral from Saint Aidan’s Butlersbridge to the New cemetery.

Princess Margaret and Lord Snowdon on first Royal visit to Ireland since 1928 are staying over the New Year at Birr Castle with his mother the Countess of Ross. Only public appearance was at New Year’s Day service at Saint Brendan’s Protestant Church just 500 yards from the main gates of Birr Castle where 1,100 worshippers gathered from all over the midlands and over 700 gathered outside in the bitterly cold wet conditions to catch a glimpse of the Princess and her new husband. They conclude their most enjoyable Irish visit with a visit to Abbeyleix to stay with Lord Snowdon’s sister Lady De Vesci before returning to London on January9^th.

January 9^th 1961 Barry Fitzgerald film star and former Abbey Theatre actor and star of screen and radio dies in a Dublin Nursing Home at the age of 74. Barry won an Oscar for his portrayal of the priest in ‘Going My Way’ in which he starred with Bing Crosby.

Johnny Murray states that “if the Town Hall is not renovated shortly nobody will pay the £1 rental charge for the Hall as other venues locally are available at the same price with much better facilities”. Furthermore John points out that a condition of license of the hall is that no function be held there on Saturday nights or the eve of Church holidays and this will have to be changed to attract promoters of dances or other functions.

Father Torlac O Reilly’s ‘Crankenstein’s Krazy Missile’ draws the crowds at the ‘Cavan At Home’ week with Mel Doherty Gerry Maguire the clowns Billy and Alloy while John O Connor adds a touch of class with his beautiful tenor voice and good selections to suit all tastes and ages.. Paddy Murray is King Wungle with Charlie Moore his Attorney. Anthony Loonam is Rumple Puss while Dermot Maloney is Beedle Puss Anthony Jackson Khrushchev. Editor Joe O Hanlon with his camera man J Smith Citizen Matt Donnolly Sergeant Sean Carroll and the very amiable Gorilla Paddy McNamara. General cast included Des Lambert PJ Carroll Gerard Carroll Kenneth Reilly T McDermott J Downey Jimmy Coyle Paddy Moore Michael Smith Saint Phelim’s Place T Coyle J Sheridan M Heslin K O Keeffe S Smith C Coyle Oliver Smyth Teddy Maguire C Smith Brian Allen F Smith Owen Roe O Neill Bernard Sharkey L O Neill Michael Murray Peter Galligan Eddie McCann Oliver O Donnell Greg Sheridan Martin Clarke Michael Walsh Joe Galligan Tom McNamara Joe Johnston Michael Pryce Marty McCullough Patrick Allen Norman Breslin Bernard Geoghegan Tony Dunne Michael Maguire Kevin Downey M Reilly Brian McGlashin M Smith and Pat Geoghegan. The producer and script writer was Father Torlac O Reilly in association with John Donohoe Scoutmaster while the scenery scenes were exquisitely designed and painted by James Plunkett Saint Phelim’s Place. The orchestra was Eileen Morgan piano Eamonn ‘Button’s Brady drums and the Des Jenkins Orchestra with a feature being the outstanding exhibition given by Tommy Cullivan. The Back Stage crew were Sean Leinster Paddy O Hanlon Paddy McNamara Eamonn Cooke Paddy Ronaghan and Jimmy Mulcahy.

Alfred Myles Smith Solicitor reporting from his weather station at Kevitt Castle Crossdoney reports on the rainfall for 1960 which shows rainfall of 40.60 fell on 234 rainy days. The wettest day was the 29th January when .90 of an inch fell. While the rainfall was below average the number of wet days was above the average and the only prolonged dry spell was for a period of ten days around the end of April.

Death of Michal Jackson Drumlark well known trout angler and the present holder of the Mayfly Cup at Cavan Angler’s Club where he was a founder member. He was known for his expertise in repairing fishing rods. He was employed as an official of the Circuit Court. Survived by his wife daughter son in law. Funeral from the Cathedral to Kilmore cemetery was well attended with a large representative attendance drawn from all walks of life.

:Returning to America after spending Christmas with their families are M/s Rosaleen Hyland 1 Saint Patrick’s Swellan C McNamara College View Tommy Smith Railway Road and Tommy Duignan Swellan. Accompanying them and emigrating for the first time are neighbours in Swellan Mary Molloy Betty Hyland and Dora McNamara.

‘Cavan At Home Week’ features Cavan Musical Society with a sparkling well produced Gilbert and Sullivan ‘HMS Pinafore’ which played to packed enchanted audiences in the Town Hall. Phil Cullivan was Sir Joseph Porter Danny O Kelly Cavan Post Office was Monarch of the Sea George Maloney Ralph Rackstraw Sean Bergin was Dick Deadeye Dessie Maguire was the Mate. Joe Connolly and Seamus Fox had little to say but their stage presence was stunning while Airmid O Hanlon as Josephine the captain’s daughter made a remarkable operatic debut. Celia Maloney was ‘Buttercup ‘ while the grace and delivery of Sheila McGinnity gave us a charming Hehe. Rest of the Cast Annie Brady Angela Clarke Philomena Coleman M Curley Ann Dowling K Farry M Kilcoyne Rita Kirby Mary Lovett Nita Maguire E Maloney Joan O Hanlon Evelyn O Hare M McDonald Celeste O Reilly M McCabe K McDevitt Kathleen McGinnity Nellie McIntyre M Smallhorne N Sullivan P Smith Sailors Tommy Ruddy J P Smith Jack Binchey Tommy Garvey Sean Galligan John English Michael Kitson Leo McDonald M Smith Jimmy Veale. Marines Kieran Cullivan Damien Dillon Raymond McSherry Paddy Smallhorne and Sean Lynch. Orchestra Violins Mrs Kathleen Sullivan and Miss Scanlon Double Bass T Greenan Trumpet B Cusack Triangle Jerome Casey while Maisie Magee and Father ABC McGrath were on the piano. Stage Crew Jim Scanlon M J ‘Sonny’ Magee Dr FPE Smith and Joe Duffy. The producer and Musical Director was Father ABC McGrath CC.

Death of William J ‘Billie’ Pollock a native of Coleman Road whose father was a Staff Sergeant in the old Cavan Militia. The family moved to Belfast in the early years of the 1920s. ‘Billie’ was a household name throughout the country playing with Belfast Celtic for 10 years from 1923-1933. He later finished his career with Dundalk in the League of Ireland. He was also an outstanding hockey player being a member of the Belmont and Ulster Junior team. He is survived by his wife two sons three daughters two brothers David Pollock Newry and Arthur Pollock Australia.

Feast of the Circumcision in the Cathedral with Bishop Quinn presiding Father Joe Dolan celebrant deacon Father Felim McGovern and sub deacon Father PJ McManus with the Cathedral Choir and Father AB McGrath rendering the Sacred Music. Father Patrick J Gargan was MC. The Bishop Most Rev Dr Austin Quinn said the 8 am Mass while Father PJ Gargan said the 11:30 Mass.

Death of Margaret Sheridan 77 Upper Main Street at an advanced age. Her late husband Patrick was a native of the Urney Ballinagh area. The family were extremely popular and highly respected. Funeral from Saint Phelim’s Church Ballinagh to the adjoining cemetery.

Cavan Bridge N/S Mr and Mrs Cyril Arnold E/W J P Mansfield and P Flynn.

‘The Old Mill Bar’ and Castleblayney draw in darts thriller at the ‘Old Mill’ and proprietor Andy Galligan announces that they will host a team from Killeshandra on Friday night.

British Legion meeting of all members in the Hut Farnham Street on Wednesday night.

Private Edward McEvoy aged 19 son of Edward and Mrs McEvoy College Street and member of the 34th Infantry Battalion and former member of Mid Cavan FCA who joined the Army in 1958 and Private Pat Kinsella aged 18 son of Edward and Elizabeth Kinsella from Tullac Mongan who is a member of the Army since 1959 and former member of Mid Cavan FCA is also flying out to the Congo for peace keeping duties with the United Nations.

January 16^th 1961 John McGinnity Travel Agent who recently acquired the old established adjoining premises of Heslin’s is advertising New York from £108-19-0 return by Aer Lingus Shamrock jet. Phone Cavan 40.

‘The Royal Showband’ are appearing at the Cloudland Rooskey this Sunday dancing 9-1 and admission 5/-.

Donie Collins from Limerick will supply the music at the 2nd annual Post Office dance in the Town Hall dancing 8-12 and admission is 7/6.

Rev J George Simms MA (Trinity College) gives a lecture in the Technical School entitled ‘The Ireland of Dean Swift’ with Father Joe Dolan Adm Cavan presiding under the auspices of Cavan Adult Dancing Class.

‘Cavan at Home Week ‘concludes-stars of the show include Sean Woods (Accordion),Ken Browne (Singer),Brian Coleman (Recitations),Brian McGlashin and Sarsfield Donohoe (Hornpipes),Jackie Fitzpatrick (Violin selection) and the famous Gauthier School of Dancing. ’What’s My Line’ ? was compeered by Bill Henry and on the panel were Phil Cullivan Betty Hickey Bill Galvin and Jack Binchey. To round off the night there was a most enjoyable sketch based on Ceili House written by Jimmy McEntee and produced by Bill O Hanlon.

Harry Dawson is made another presentation by Saint Barnabas Hospital New York where he has worked for the last 21 years never missing a day through illness or any other cause. Harry who is a native of Keadue Lodge Cathedral Road is President of the Bronx branch of the Pioneer Total Abstinence Association.

Sympathy is extended to Paddy Donlon ex GNR on the death of his brother Thomas Donlon in Claremorris county Mayo. He was brother of Bridgie Katie and Margaret Donlon all resident in Saint Patrick’s Swellan and Mrs Eames Mullingar.

Fair was of small proportions with rising prices for all types of livestock. Yearlings were fetching £22-£28 1 //2 year olds £30-£35 2 year old £35-40 and three year olds £42-£50. Working horses were making £45-50 colts and fillies £40-£42 knackers £30-£50 ponies £25-£35 bonhams £9-£12 per pair.

January 23^rd 1961:Continued pressure for new Cavan General Hospital from Cavan County Council led by Sean Lee and John P McKiernan (Corlesmore). County Manager Dermot McCarthy points out in exasperation that he has been campaigning for a new hospital to replace the dilapidated Cavan Surgical Hospital for over fourteen years and has been fobbed off by Ministers for Health from both sides. In paying tribute to Surgeon Paddy Maloney and his staff Dermot McCarthy says that their work for the people of Cavan is heroic and of the highest standard any where in the world. It was decided to send yet another deputation to consult with the present Minister for Health.

Cavan Rugby XV to play NIFC in Belfast H Neill Derek Morris K McKay L Shakelton M Brennan Norman Cinnamond T Black D Harrison Phil Cullivan J McMyler AN Whitehead Gerry Maloney Norman Moore M Tolan and J Hand.

Death of Bernard Caffrey at his residence Killynebber. Native of the Ballyjamesduff area, he was an official of Cavan Post Office for many years. He is survived by his wife four daughters and three sons one of whom Seamus is the popular proprietor of Cavan’s ‘White Star’. His colleagues in the Post Office formed a Guard of Honour at the funeral from the Cathedral with burial in Killygarry cemetery.

Death of Alice Eaton at Great Northern Terrace in Lincoln England. She was a native of Emmett Place and emigrated some years ago. She is survived by her husband and family. Funeral in Lincoln.

Matron of Saint Phelim’s Hospital returns thanks to the cast of Cavan CBSI who recently staged their award winning ‘Crankenstein’s Krazy Missile’ . Particular mention is made of the Producer Father Torlac O Reilly John O Connor and Gerry Maguire who spared no time or effort in staging this wonderful treat for the patients and staff.

The ‘Old Mill Bar’ prove too good for Killeshandra in darts match staged in the ‘Old Mill Bar’

Death of Mary Brady Drumhurk Butlersbridge. Predeceased by her husband Hugh some years ago. She was mother of Father PJ Brady Saint Saviour’s Glasgow. Funeral from Saint Aidan’s Church Butlersbridge to the adjoining cemetery.

January 30^th 1961:Inauguration of John F Kennedy as the 35th President of the USA and Commander in Chief of the American Armed Forces on a raised platform on the steps of the Capitol in Washington. The oath was administered by Chief Justice Earl Warren. Forty three year old Kennedy became the first Catholic ever to attain the office of President of the United States. In his inaugural speech he appealed to Russia to join the USA in a mutual effort to end the arms race and promised to increase the struggle for equality and fairness at home and abroad promising immediate attention for the poor hungry and oppressed vulnerable people of the world. Lyndon B Johnston was sworn in as Vice President and was the first to offer President Kennedy his congratulations and support. Earlier at 9 o clock John F and his family and entourage attended Mass in Holy Trinity Church in the Georgetown suburb of Washington.

Dr Michael Anthony Ramsey Archbishop of York is appointed the new and 100th Archbishop of Canterbury and Primate of All England. Dr Ramsey is married but has no family.

Lourdes Invalid Committee formed in Nellie Gargan’s kitchen ‘The Ritz Bar’ Church Street Cavan. Chairman PV Flynn Secretaries Peggy Willock and Mary Bannon Treasurer Nellie Gargan Spiritual Director Father PJ McManus and Medical Officer Dr Patrick Watters. It was announced that the committee have booked four places on the Oblate Pilgrimage and a collection of the town will be taken up in due course.

Death of Agnes Murray 2 Saint Aidan’s Terrace Cavan at an untimely early age. She was extremely well known and highly respected known for her great acts of charity and hospitality. She was wife of the well known Tommy ‘Ash’ Murray a member of the outdoor staff of Cavan UDC. Survived by her husband brothers sisters and other relatives. Funeral from the Cathedral to Cullies cemetery.

Dr McQuaid’s Prize at Cavan Bridge Club is won by N/S George Maloney and George Fairbrother E/.W Mr and Mrs Cyril Arnold.

Pogue’s residential farm at Poles is sold for £1,065 with John C Brady Belturbet Auctioneer.

Helen Johnstone and Hugh Logan (Farnham ) win old time waltz competition in Town Hall. Adjudicator was Ken Browne and his Band. The competition was sponsored by Cavan Dog and Gun Club.

Seamus De Faoite’s Cumann Rinnce and Cabhan meet every Monday from 7:30 to 11 in McCusker’s Hall with the opening hour devoted to speaking the Irish language.

February 4^th 1961:Lieutenant Brian Corr (Farnham Street) is among the 4 dead in Shannon Air Crash. The plane an Aer Corps Dove was on a training mission and was approaching the main runway at Shannon Airport when it dipped crashed into a hilltop and came to settle among trees at about 7:30 last Friday morning. Lt Brian Corr aged 26 was the eldest son of Mr and Mrs Barney Corr Dental Surgeon Farnham Street. Educated at the De La Salle School and Saint Patrick’s College Cavan, he received his commission four years ago. He is survived by his parents and one brother Felim who is studying Chartered Accountancy. He was nephew of Father Larry Corr PP Kill. Lt Donal Brady aged 22 Griffith Avenue Whitehall Geoffrey C O Donoghue aged 19 Abbeyfeale and Patrick V Wall aged 18 Clontarf two trainee air control officers were also killed on impact. Captain James Liddy aged 37 the pilot of the stricken plane was removed with injuries to Ennis County Hospital and is making satisfactory recovery. President Eamonn De Velera and Taoiseach Sean Lemass led the nation in mourning the death of these brave service men at the Military Church of the Sacred Heart Arbour Hill where Rev S Noonan SJ was the chief celebrant with the coffins draped in the tricolour and sword and hat on top of the coffin. The Army Number 1 Band under Cmdt JG Doherty played the sacred music. Among the packed distinguished attendance was Frank Aikan Minister for Foreign Affairs Erskine Childers Minister for Transport and Power and Minister for Defence Frank Boland . The Army was represented by Major General S Collins Powell Chief of Staff. The Bishop of Kilmore Most Rev Dr Austin Quinn and the Vicar General of the Diocese Monsignor D F Fitzpatrick PP VG Cootehill were among the many distinguished attendance at the funeral of Lt Corr at Killygarry cemetery where ten pall bearers from the Aer Corps carried the coffin to his final resting place with a huge Army Guard of Honour standing to attention with reversed bayonets. The Band of the Curragh Training Camps provided the solemn music and sounded the Last Post. There was a huge array of beautiful floral bouquets. The last prayers were recited by Father Joe Dolan Adm assisted by Father PJ Gargan CC Rev P McCabe CF and Rev TD Fegan CF Army Chaplains. .The chief mourners were Mary Corr widow Barney and Mrs Corr parents and brother Felim Corr and Mrs O Mahoney mother in law. The general attendance at Saint Brigid’s cemetery Killygarry included Paddy Smith Minister for Agriculture.

Same Week: Dr MA Cooney retires as County MOH. Presentation to Dr and Mrs Cooney by Dr Darragh Smith on behalf of his colleagues in the medical profession..

‘Practical Nurse of the Year’ award for Alice Elliott (Jnr) Church Street at Temple Street Children’s Hospital. Father F McDonagh SJ Chaplain to the Hospital presented the sward to Alice who was judged ‘best practical nurse of the year’. She is daughter of Paddy and Alice Elliott Building Contractors 57 Church Street Cavan.

Billy Boyle who stated his career with CIE in Cavan and served in Mullingar and Limerick is appointed CIE Area Operating Chief for the South East.

Bridge N/S Kathy Brady and Maggie Hickey E/W Dermot Morgan and Surgeon Paddy Maloney.

Father Frank McKiernan will lecture on ‘Cavan and ‘The Stuarts’ at Cavan Technical School with Seamus Gilheaney presiding under the auspices of Cumann Rinnce an Cabhan.

Father Bob McCabe will give this week’s recital at Cavan Gramophone Society in the Farnham Hotel and next week John McGinley Town Clerk will give the Recital..

First ordination at White Father’s Blacklion as Bishop Quinn ordains Seamus Browne Rockchapel who was one of a class of ten educated in the College with nine others being ordained in Scotland.

Cavan Ladies Golf Club President Dorie Smith Captain Airmid O Hanlon Secretary Maisie Magee Treasurer Mollie Finegan and Match Secretary Margaret English.

TP O Reilly Chairman of Cavan County Board of the GAA at their Annual Convention in the Court House welcomes the £4,000 being their share of gate receipts for Cavan’s great run to the Final of the National League but deplores the greed of Croke Park in taking far too much out of the gate for the Final as expenses incurred in staging the Down Cavan Final. Treasure Paddy Donohoe as usual has a detailed statement which reads Gate amounted to £7.057-17-9 wages for stile men and stewards £379 rent £1,030 cost of taxi to lodge money from gate in Bank £1-10-0 both Cavan and Down were rewarded with a total sum of £2,706-19-6 each. Jack McConnell points out that Croke Park got the rent on the double as presumably Down were charged the same expenses which was a scandal.

Loreto College Cavan defeat Saint Louis Convent Monaghan in the Gael Linn Cavan Monaghan Irish debating finals in Loreto College who were represented by Nora Harkin Patsy Duffy Rosaleen McFadden all from Donegal and Joan Reid from Longford.

Margaret Reilly the Billis Cavan after a period of one year’s probation is appointed to the whole time permanent pensionable position as ward’s maid Cavan Surgical Hospital.

February 11^th 1961:Uproar at Cavan UDC as the Chairman Tom Fitzpatrick refuses a full debate on the controversial appointment of Sean Young as Rates and Rent Collector Cavan Urban area in an order issued by the Manager Dermot McCarthy. Both John Murray and Johnny O Rourke label the appointment as a public scandal as Benny Cullen apparently was promised the job and was going through the final process of ratification when the nomination of Sean Young was received and later ratified. Johnny Murray produced a signed petition of 437 ratepayers and tenants supporting Benny Cullen and calling on the Council to ratify his appointment as Collector to replace Hugh P McEntee also from Saint Phelim’s Place. The County Manager said that there was an interview process involved and as far as he knew there were about fourteen applications and Sean Young was nominated from this process with the interview board totally impartial and some of the members from as far away as Carlow. Benny Cafferty said that he had a certain amount of sympathy for Benny Cullen whose family had an illustrious record of service to Cavan Town Hall as Caretakers. Benny concluded by saying that he had seen and read the letter confirming Benny Cullen s the new Rate/ Rent Collector. As there was no solution to the problem and as Johnny Murray and Johnny O Rourke asked for this ‘political’ appointment to be reversed Tom Fitzpatrick adjourned the meeting.

Butlersbridge GFC 1961 Chairman Tommy Browne Vice Chairman Mickey Brady Joint Treasurers Paddy Reilly and Brendan Farrell Secretary Gerard Farrell. Committee Terry Smith Paddy McPhillips Paddy McGowan Sean O Hare Norby Fitzpatrick Tommy Myles Sean Browne Terence Reilly Mel Keaveney and Ken Browne. Mel Keaveney was appointed Representative to Cavan County Board.

Gabriel Kelly Jim McDonnell and James Brady are the three Cavan representatives on the Ulster team to play Leinster in the semi final of the Railway Cup.

Death of Julia Brady Drumbo . She was a very well known highly respected resident. Sympathy is extended to her family. Funeral from the Cathedral of Saints Patrick and Phelim to Cullies cemetery.

Death of John Hicks College Street at his residence. Employed by McCarren’s for many years . Survived by his wife sister relatives and friends. Father AB McGrath officiated at the funeral from the Cathedral to Cullies cemetery. Survived by his wife Ellen and family.

Death of Annie Maguire Drumelis at Our Lady’s Hospital Navan county Meath. She was mother of Hugh Ground’s man County Cavan Golf Club and was highly respected over a wide area. Father PJ McManus officiated at the funeral in the Cathedral of Saints Patrick and Felim with burial later in Cullies cemetery.

Cavan Bridge Club N/S Dermot Morgan and Kathleen Sullivan E/W George Maloney and George Fairbrother.

Cavan rugby team to play Malone away on Saturday. J Hand, Brennan Phil Cullivan, Derek Morris, Norman Cinnamond, George Maloney, McKay K Shakelton Norman Moore N Breen, D Harison B Neill Richard Black J Dooley and AN Other.

‘Commercial Bar’ Bridge Street proprietor Pat Donohoe draw 6-6 with ‘The Yukon Bar’ Belturbet in a thrilling darts encounter in Belturbet. The return leg will take place in the ‘Commercial Bar’ on Monday 13th February.

February 18^th 1961:Last social in Temperance Hall as the CYMS vacate their premises in very controversial circumstances. Committee (pictured) Larry Clarke (Treasurer) Frank Fitzpatrick Father PJ Gargan, Joe O Rourke Tommy Connolly (Vice Chairman).Back Row: Michael Breslin (senior),Paddy O Reilly Eddie McEneaney (Secretary),Jimmy Finlay Tommy McPhillips Hughie Smith Peter Mullen Tom McCusker Matty Corcoran and Jimmy Brennan. The following week all work was stopped on the demolition as underground caves are found beneath the floor boards. Site is preserved for posterity-a wall now stands where this building once stood. The famous Temperance Hall where the CYMS held their weekly whist drives was originally part of Saint Augustine’s Seminary later it was taken over by the Pioneer Total Abstinence Association who in turn transferred it to the Old Catholic Club in 1920. In 1936 the Catholic Club amalgamated to become Cavan CYMS. It was the robbing facility for Cardinals Archbishops and clergy for all big events in the Cathedral .The manner in which this eviction occurred caused a deep rift between the members of Cavan CYMS and the local clergy who presumed that the Club would just fold up as a result of being made homeless. The members were made of sterner stuff and eventually were accommodated in the British Legion Hall. It is on this old ‘Hut’ site that the magnificent Cavan CYMS 2012 is built as a monument to men of integrity zeal and tenacity who never ‘threw in the towel’.

Same Week Russian satellite on way to Venus

Saint Patrick’s College fail to impress despite trouncing Saint McCartan’s Monaghan 2-6 to nil in the semi final of the McRory Cup played in ideal conditions in Breffni Park. Splendid defence and excellent midfield the forwards squandered chance after chance and should have chalked up a ‘cricket score’. They will have to improve considerably if they hope to beat the winners of the second semi final between Saint Patrick’s Armagh and Saint Eunan’s Letterkenny. Team Cathal Toal Thomas Young Jimmy Stafford Peter Pritchard Phil Brady Captain Philip McMenamin Frank Farrelly Ray Carolan C Flynn Tom Sheridan Brian Kennedy Tommy Monahan Sean T O Reilly and Brian Boylan.

Death of the legendary Eugene Cullivan shoemaker and craftsman Upper Main Street. He was a well known highly respected member of an old distinguished Cavan family. Like most shoemakers of the era Eugene walked with a slight limp. He was quiet decent hardworking and very reliable and loyal to his thousands of customers. Worked all hours of the day and night and was particularly busy at Christmas Easter and other public and family occasions. He was an outstanding Gael and was a weekly visitor to Breffni Park. Life long member of the Cathedral Confraternity he was a daily communicant at Mass in the Cathedral. Survived by his brothers sisters and other relatives. Funeral from the Cathedral to Cullies was large and representative reflecting the popularity of Eugene and the Cullivan family in the community.

February 25^th 1961:Death of Betty Gannon 37 Main Street (Eleanor Fay’s) at Our Lady’s Nursing Home Edgeworthstown. She was a .famous dancing and drill teacher well known in the West and North Midlands where she taught in many of the schools and institutions. Among her star pupils was Siobhan McKenna whom she taught when teaching in Saint Louis Kiltimagh county Mayo. Strict disciplinarian, she was known for her excellence and attention to detail and expected the same high standards from her pupils. At all of the schools she taught she produced operas and concerts which were beautifully dressed and splendidly coordinated. Betty had a great intellect and striking personality holding conservative views. She was brother of the well known Jesuit theologian the late Father PJ Gannon Milltown Park Dublin and sister of ‘Bobbie’ O Hanlon wife of John F former Managing Director of the Anglo Celt. Her brother JP ‘Brookvale ‘ was Chief Accountant Cavan County Council. She was youngest daughter of John Gannon JP Accountant Cavan County Council Erskine House Cavan.She was an aunt of Joan Willie and Edward O Hanlon Anglo Celt Maureen Dunne Dalkey and K Gannon Stradone..

Same Week: ‘Aiden of Kilykeen’ thirteen year old Irish Wolfhound bitch bred by Tony Doyle wins 5 premier Irish Wolfhound award at Crufts Dog Show in London. He beat the famous ‘Rory of Ballygran’ mascot of the Irish Guards. The dog is now owned by Jennifer Townson of Maidenhead in England.

Maria Looney clerk in Cavan Post Office for the last number of years is made two presentations on the occasion of her transfer on promotion to Cahirciveen county Kerry. She was the recipient of presentation from her colleagues in Cavan Post Office and later at a social in the Breifne Café she was the recipient of another presentation from her friends in Cumann Rinnce an Cabhan of which she was an outstanding active member.

Cavan Bridge N/S Miss McEneaney and Miss Kelly E/W Mr and Mrs Carthy.

‘Commercial Bar’ Bridge Street and ‘Yukon Bar’ Belturbet draw 2-2 in return dart’s thriller in Bridge Street.

Excellent farm prices continue at Cavan Fair with three year old cows fetching £55-£62-10 each springers £55-63 colts and fillies £36-£42-10-0 ponies £30-£35 sheep in lambs £6 each and bonhams £8-£12 per pair.

“For good quality electrical appliances and repairs call to Smyth’s 60 Main Street Cavan Phone Cavan 88.

Star of screen stage and radio Milo O Shea will be the Adjudicator at the forthcoming Cavan Drama Festival in the Town Hall..

JJ McGinley Town Clerk passes his final examination in the Institute of Chartered Secretaries Association of Ireland and the United Kingdom. Part time or full time course JJ studied four to five nights per week. Subjects included Company :Law Mercantile Law Accountancy English and Secretarial principles.

Brendan Behan pictured on the front page with Cait O Connor Dublin well known Ballad Singer and Harpist and Dr Brian J Galligan Chairman of Cavan branch CCE promoters of the very successful concert in the Town Hall at which Brendan author of ‘The Borstal Boy’ and ‘the Quare Fella’ sang some well known ballads. Leo Rowsome famous Irish Uileann piper the McCoy School of Dancing Belfast Sean O Riada Michael Quigley Margaret O Reilly ballad singer from Lough Gown Kieran Kelly on the accordion Cait O Connor ballad singer and harpist were some of the other acts appearing on the star studded bill. The MC was Brian Coleman who kept the show moving in a most pleasant and entertaining manner.

Death of George Leddy 49 College Street Post Office official for many years. Well known and highly respected over a wide area. He was an active member of the Holy Family Confraternity in the Cathedral and served as an officer of both the old Catholic Club and the CYMS. He is survived by his sons daughters two of whom are nuns brothers sisters relatives and many friends. There was a large and representative attendance at the funeral from the Cathedral to Potahee cemetery.

Jean Mackeral daughter of Robert and Mrs Mackeral Cathedral Road wins 1st Prize in Scripture examination at Cavan Presbyterian Church.

Death of Bartley Harten Carnagh Loughduff . Survived by his wife and family. Funeral from Mullahoran Church to the adjoining cemetery.

Agnes Hedgeley nee Flood Bridge Street who is married to Alan Hedgeley Editor of the Manchester Evening Guardian is entertained to dinner by the British Ambassador to France Sir Pierson Dixon and later the party enjoyed a conducted tour of Paris.

March 4^th 1961 Matthew Smith Farmer Drumcrave is fatally injured when he falls of his bicycle on his way back from shopping in Cavan. Among those giving evidence were Kieran McCabe who said that he was playing in Matthew Smith’s field with his brother and sister when he spotted Smith about 100 yards away remounting his bicycle and soon afterwards heard a loud bang and later discovered that Matthew Smith had fallen off his bicycle. Jimmy Meehan Taxi Driver Cavan gave evidence of being on the way to Drumcrave School when he came across the injured man lying in the middle of the road with a deep gash over his right eye. He took him to the side of the road and called to McCabe’s to call Father PJ Gargan and Dr Jack Sullivan who gave evidence that the dead man died soon after falling from the bicycle, death was due to shock and hemorrhaging caused by a heavy fall from the bicycle. He had a deep gash over his right eye and was dead about thirty minutes when he examined him at 3:30. Bernard Lynch gave evidence of seeing Matthew Smith and later Jimmy Meehan on the road and there was no further traffic during the time he was working in his field. John Kennedy Fagan’s foreman of the Jury joined Superintendent McCague and Paddy Cusack Coroner in sympathizing with the brothers sisters and other relatives and friends of the dead man. There was a large and representative attendance at the funeral from the Cathedral to Cullies cemetery.

Queen Elizabeth and the Duke of Edinburgh are to meet Pope John XXIII at the end of their state visit to Italy. As Princess Elizabeth she met Pope Pius XII in 1951 with her new husband the Duke of Edinburgh. King George V met the Pope in 1923 while King Edward VII met the Pope in 1903.

Cavan Angler’s Club 1961 Chairman Michael J Smith Secretary Sean Young Assistant Secretary Norman Cinnamond Treasurer Johnny Donohoe. Committee Father Malachy Byrne now CC in Laragh Dr BT Cullen M/S Vincent Bartley Tommy Donohoe Onslow Bredin Tom McConville John Smith Charlie Leddy and Brendan Coulter. The outgoing Chairman Father Malachy Byrne said that the boat building class was in session at Cavan Technical School under Finian O Callaghan and that the Club were assisting Cavan Tourist Association in promoting fishing to the tourists particularly in the UK. The Club were in credit to the tune of £23-15-9 announced the hard working Treasurer Tommy Donohoe.

Saint Patrick’s College beat Saint Mary’s Dundalk 8-4 to 0-1 in the first round Ulster Junior Rannafast Cup in absolutely appalling conditions at the new pitch at the College complex. Paddy Lyons 2-0 Michael Fagan 2-0 Niall Brady 2-0 Joe Leydon 1-1 D Comey 1-1 and Philip Fitzsimmons 0-2. Saint Pat’s led by 6-2 to 0-1 at the interval with A O Reilly scoring Dundalk’s only point of the game.

Saint Patrick’s Day Parade in Cavan under the auspices of Cumann Rinnce an Cabhan will be led by a colour party from Cavan FCA who will assemble opposite the Courthouse. Well known local steward Tommy Reilly ‘The Regal’ is parade marshal while after the parade Irish dancing competitions will take place in both the Protestant Hall and Town Hall.

Death of Rosemary Wynne Teffia Park Longford a member of the well known Republican Family Brady’s Cavan House. She was area Captain Cumann Na Mbhan and sister of Patrick and the late Edward Cavan House. The house was raided by the RIC and Cavan Militia as it was a well known safe house for Republican’s on the run. Funeral from Saint Mel’s Cathedral to Ballymacormac cemetery.

:CYMS Whist Winners Town Hall. Top score Susan Smith Tullyvin (£50),1st lady Mrs J Sheridan Cavan,2nd Lady Mrs Jerome Casey Cavan,3rd Mary Daly Cootehill,4th Kathleen Andrews Milltown,5th Mary Lovett Cavan:1st Gent P Traynor Killaney Carrickmacros,2nd Gent Dr F Burke Cavan,3rd James Kane Carrickmacross,4th Patrick Rawe Dundalk and 5thThomas McBride Carrickmacross.

Same Week; Death of Michael Burns 6 Mons Terrace. Veteran of World War 1. Well known over a wide area he was extremely popular. Survived by his wife sons daughters. There was a large and representative attendance at the funeral from the Cathedral to Killeshandra.

Cavan Bridge Club N/S Gwen Arnold and Owen McGovern NT E/W AG Hunt and Joan O Hanlon.

‘The Visitation’ Medical Missionaries promotional film is showing on Sunday at 8:30 and 3:30 pm in the Town Hall Cavan

The recital at Cavan’s Gramophone Society was given by Father AB McGrath and next week the recital will be given by Maeve McDonald.

County Cavan Darts League now forming entry forms and particulars from John McDowell Secretary ‘Old Mill Bar’.

March 11^th 1961:Death of Edward O Reilly 41 College Street in the Surgical Hospital just two months after he was involved in a serious road accident just outside Crosskeys as he made his way from Ballyjamesduff on the wet slippery Road crossing a ditch and ending up in a nearby field on Christmas Eve. His daughter Marie and Surgeon Paddy Maloney gave evidence that death was due to kidney failure brought on by pneumonia as a result of injuries received in a car crash on Christmas Eve 1960. John P Kennedy Fegan’s the Foreman of the Jury joined with Superintendent McCague and Paddy Cusack Coroner in sympathising with the relatives and friends of the deceased. . He was a very well known truck driver with ‘ESSO’. Predeceased by his wife Anne he is survived by his sons daughters brothers and sisters. Father P J Gargan officiated at the funeral from the Cathedral to Cullies Cemetery.

Father Charles Travers MA Saint Patrick’s College will lecture this week on the ‘Ireland of 1860’ at the lectures sponsored by Cumann Rinnce an Cabhan in the Technical School Cavan.

Cavan Bridge Club N/S Mr and Mrs Cyril Arnold E;W Mrs Orr and Mr Galbrath.

Work stops on the ill fated Temperance Hall at the Presbytery recently vacated in controversial circumstances by Cavan CYMS . The experts at the National Museum were alerted by local well known highly respected Dr Philip O Connell but indicated that they had no interest in examining the intricate caves and tunnels that ran under the building to the Gallows Hill. Later a wall was built to replace the famous Temperance Hall.

Saint Patrick’s College are seeking their 6th McRory Cup when they play Saint Eunan’s Letterkenny who are appearing in their 3rd McRory Cup Final without success to date. The venue is Irvinstown county Fermanagh with Percy McCooey Monaghan referee.

Surgeon BT Cullen lands the fish of the season on a Connemara Black fly in Lough Sheelin. The beautiful brown trout weighing 7 ½ lbs was landed in the presence of his gilly Paddy Murphy..

Death of John Neary 3 Vernon Gardens Clontarf after a short illness. Born in Beleek county Fermanagh in 1891 he was educated at Drumcrave and Saint Patrick’s College Cavan .He lost his sight at the age of sixteen and the rest of his life was devoted to the service of the blind. He was founder member of the National Council for the Blind in 1921 and was the first secretary of the organisation. Introduced the first Braille magazine and introduced Braille printing to Ireland after meeting world famous Dr Helen Keller in New York. Current President of Saint Patrick’s College Cavan PPU. His parents were Butchers in Town Hall Street where he was a great friend of the legendary Peter Paul Brady who was also afflicted with blindness and toured the country raising funds for the newly formed NCBI. John was a past president of the Dublin Esperanto Club. Survived by his wife Lillian sons Michael and John daughters Frances and Lily brothers James and John sister Rose. Funeral took place to Glasnevin cemetery.

Ulster GAA Convention in the Courthouse is addressed by Most Rev Dr Austin Quinn Bishop of Kilmore.

March 18^th 1961 Phil Brady from Legway Bridge captain of the Saint Patrick’s College McRory Cup team is pictured receiving the trophy from Rev Brother GC O Doherty Abbey CBS Newry and Secretary Ulster College’s Board after Saint Pat’s had comprehensively beaten Saint Eunan’s College Letterkenny to record their sixth success in the competition. Cool long kicking defenders towering and industrious midfield eager and methodical forwards won the day for Saint Pats who ran out winners by 1-13 to 0-4 for Saint Eunan’s Letterkenny who showed only flashes of their true form in the third quarter when Cavan took their foot off the accelerator only to regain dominance and run out easy winners. Brian McElhenny ‘the will of the wisp’ Cavan forward settled his team mates with an opportunistic goal in the 16th minute and from there to the end Cavan were never extended. Man of the Match was the towering Ray Carolan who got great support at midfield from his partner Charlie Flynn. Jimmy Stafford was superb at full back receiving blanket cover from his wing men Thomas Young and Peter Pritchard. Philip McMenamin was brilliant at centre half back blotting out the threat from Eunan’s star man Tony McDevitt and was ably assisted by the captain Phil Brady and Frank Farrelly. Patrick McNamee took the place of the injured Pat Gaffney and in the reshuffle was placed on the edge of the square where he wrought havoc with his towering height breaking down balls to his flying forward colleagues Tom Sheridan Brian Kennedy Brian McElhenny Brian Boylan and Tommy Monahan who were on ‘song’ all afternoon. Cathal Toal inspired confidence all afternoon and he was soundness personified in the Saint Pat’s goal. Team Cathal Toal Thomas Young Jimmy Stafford Phil Brady Philip McMcmenamin Frank Farrelly Charlie Flynn Ray Carolan Tom Sheridan Brian Kennedy Brian Boylan Brian McElhenny Paddy McNamee and Tommy Monahan.

Death of Maria Elliott at the residence of her niece Mrs James Dawson Keadue Lodge . Extremely popular she had a host of friends in Cavan and was a leading exhibitor at Cavan Show for many years. Her husband the late John Elliott was Station Master at Cavan Station for many years. The funeral from Cavan Presbyterian Church was large and representative reflecting the deep regard her family were held in Cavan and surrounding areas.

Cavan Angler’s Club 1st competition of the season was held in Laragh where Chairman of the Club Father JM Byrne is a most popular curate having served in Cavan for many years Winner was Sean Brady Tullyco 2nd Sean Young Cavan and 3rd Andy McEntee Cavan.

Maeve McDonald gives the recital at well attended and appreciative Cavan Gramophone Society with Angela Clarke giving the recital next week.

Fair demand good with adequate stocks. Yearling stores £30-£35 two year old £45-£52 three year old £55-£65 colts and fillies £42-10-£47-10-0 working horses £45-£50 donkeys £8-£12 and knackers £50-£60 each.

Outstanding success by Surgeon PD Maloney and Gerry Hunt as they win the prestigious Dr BT Cullen Cup at County Cavan Bridge Club. Forty six pairs from Dublin Drogheda Dundalk Navan Kells Longford Virginia and Armagh competed. The trophy was presented to the two winners by Dr BT and Maura Cullen while the Mitchell Cup was won by N/S Kathleen Sullivan and Maureen McDonald E/W Rev Father McGovern Newry and Michael Harding Cavan.

March 25^th 1961 Well known local historian Father Charles Travers gives the lecture at Cavan Technical School entitled ‘Ireland of the 1860s’ sponsored by Cumann Rinnce an Cabhan, Michael Harding presided.

Church and State gather in Saint Patrick’s and Saint Colman’s Cathedral in Armagh to celebrate the 1,500th Anniversary since the death of the National Apostle Saint Patrick. The solemn pontifical Mass was celebrated by the Papal Legate Cardinal McIntyre of Los Angles assisted by Cardinal John Dalton Primate of All Ireland Cardinal Godfrey Bishop of Westminster and Primate of England and Wales and Cardinal Cushing Archbishop of Boston. In attendance in this patrician year were President De Velera Taoiseach Sean Lemass members of the diplomatic corps forty three bishops and archbishops including Most Rev Dr Austin Quinn representing the Diocese of Kilmore.

Cavan rugby team to play Dungannon in the Royal School field. J Hand R Black Norman Cinnamond J McMyler Derek Morris B Wall C Shakelton GV Maloney D Harrison Phil Cullivan Norman Moore N Breen K McKay B Rafferty B Comiskey and C Comiskey.

Kilmore soccer team easily account for Redhills in the latter’s ground on Saint Patrick’s Day winning a thrilling encounter 4-0. Ken Morris 2 Derek Morris and Jim Lyndsey were on target for the visitors.

Saint Patrick’s College bidding for their 1at Hogan Cup win play the Champions Saint Jarlath’s Tuam in the All Ireland Semi Final at Pearse Park Longford on Sunday. Saint Jarlath’s have match winners in Mayo minor stars John Morley and Gerry Prendergast while Saint Pat’s are weakened by the continuing absence of Pat Gaffney knee injury and flying wing forward star who is a late defection from the line up that defeated Saint Eunan’s Letterkenny in the McRory Cup Final.

Huge attendances at all Masses in the Cathedral for the feast of our National Apostle eight o clock Father Sean Reilly Saint Patrick’s College ten Children’s Mass Father AB McGrath. Joe Dolan Adm was the celebrant of the Solemn High Mass at 11:30 am with Fathers James Carroll deacon PJ McManus sub deacon and Father Patrick J Gargan mc

Pike fishing competition at Bakersbridge sponsored by Cavan District Tourist Association 1st PJ Reilly Portaliffe 8 lbs 4 ozs 2nd Mick Crosby Bridge Street 4 lbs 8 ozs 3rd Mick Finegan 4 lbs 4 ozs. There was over fifty competitors.

This week’s lecture in the Technical School will be given by well known GAA writer Padraic Purcell entitled ‘The History of the GAA’

Leslie Mullen Danesfort fishing at Rann catches a specimen trout weighing 3lbs 14 ozs at the same spot he hooked and landed the record 9 lbs 3 oz trout last year. He was spinning using a Blue Devon.

Sligo Drama Circle capture the premier award at the 17th Cavan Drama Festival with their production of ‘To Live in Peace’ wins the Dr Patrick Lyons Perpetual trophy. Best producer was Sligo’s Joe Flood while Paddy Dooney formerly Cavan players captured the best actor award for Sligo. Vera Walls Rush CYMS won the award for best actress.

Death of John Martin Farnham Hotel and native of Redhills at Saint Phelim’s Hospital. He was one of Cavan’s best loved characters and served in the Farnham with the Tully family for many years as Night Porter. He had an outstanding tenor voice and could always be relied on for a couple of well delivered numbers in a sing song. During the Emergency he was assistant group leader Cavan LDF. Outstanding golfer he won many of the prizes at County Cavan Golf Club and was a member there for many years. Survived by his brothers uncles and a large circle of friends. Funeral from the Cathedral to Killygarry cemetery.

Death of John ‘Jack’ Sheridan Drumelis. He was a farm labourer and was extremely well known and highly popular in the Farnham area where he enjoyed fishing in the nearby River Erne and was an excellent skittles player. Survived by his brothers sisters and large circle of relatives and friends. Funeral from the Cathedral to Cullies.

Austin Brady Publican Ballyhaise buys the seventy acre residential farm of Archie Shiels Ardamagh Ballyhaise for a consideration of £2.500 with PJ O Reilly Milltown Auctioneer.

April 1^st 1961:Saint Pat’s Cavan hammered by Saint Jarlath’s Tuam in the Hogan Cup semi final 5-9 to 1-8 at Longford’s Pearse Park. Conceding a soft goal in the opening seconds Saint Pat’s were six points down after only six minutes but fought back to put a respectable face on the score with the Saint Jarlath’s Tuam attack rampant and running rings around a poor sedentary Cavan defence who conceded three more goals in the second quarter to leave Jarlath’s leading by 4-6 to 1-1 at half time -the Cavan goal again scored by Ballyconnell poacher supreme Brian McElhenny. Joe Leydon came on for a strangely lack lustre John T O Reilly in the second half and steadied up the Saint Pat’s team. John Morley and Robbie O Connell lorded it at midfield against the young inexperienced Charlie Flynn and Ray Carolan supplying their forwards with ample supply to continually torture the tottering Cavan defence.

Mary Shanaghy eldest daughter of Stephen Lisdarn and Cavan Post Office is conferred with her SRN in London.

The Easter Vigil this year will take place at 10:45 pm while the Holy Thursday Evening Mass followed by the procession to the altar of repose will take place at 7 o clock.

April 8^th 1961:Death of Packy Cullen (43) (weigh master and caretaker of Cavan Town Hall) after a long illness. He was a founder member of Cavan Fire Brigade and attended at the Convent Fire of 1943 when thirty four children and one adult lost their lives. His parents were also caretakers of the Town Hall and Packy was also engaged in farming and dairying. He was chief steward at the pictures in Cavan Town Hall shown by Ned McKiernan. Coffin borne on the Fire Brigade engine to his final resting place in Killygarry. He is survived by his wife May sons John Brian Dennis Jim and daughter Marie.

Child for every day of the year as 365 children are confirmed at Cavan Cathedral by the Bishop of Kilmore Austin Quinn.

April 15^th 1961:Yuri Gagarin 27 year old Russian Army Major is the first man in space after being fired by a Russian rocket to circle the earth once at a speed of 18,000 MPH in his 4 ½ ton space ship named ‘Vostoch’. He stayed in Space a total of 89 minutes reaching an altitude of between 108-187 miles above the earth’s surface before landing safely in Western Russia. John F Kennedy and Harold Macmillan of Britain are among the first to offer congratulations to the Russian Government as Yuri is hailed as the ‘New Columbus’ as the dream becomes a reality. The Russians announce a little prematurely that their next aim is to put a man in orbit around the moon.

Corlurgan National School is at last reopened by Bishop Quinn after it was burnt to the ground in 1956. Pictured are Paddy Doherty Contractor Mrs E Crotty NT Bishop Austin Quinn Lily O Reilly Principal . Mass was later celebrated in one of the new classrooms by Father AB McGrath assisted by Fathers PJ Gargan PJ McManus and Father Joe Dolan Adm. The new two classroom state of the art school cost £16,000 tor erect.

Same week: Address of welcome presented to the all Ireland champions Down in the Ulster Arms Hotel prior to their victory over Cavan in the Dr.McKenna Cup.

Sheelin Shamrock costing £19,500 is officially opened by the Minister for Lands Mr O Moran . Later a fleet of 11 boats are blessed and launched by Father Troy PP Mountnuggent .

Central Council make the definitive judgement that after appeals to Cavan County Board and the Ulster Council the disputed 1960 County Senior Championship Final between Bailieborough and Ballinagh must be replayed.

Death of Kate Lawlor Derry league Butlersbridge at Saint Phelim’s Hospital. There was a large and representative attendance at the funeral from Saint Aidan’s Church Butlersbridge to Annagh cemetery.

Death of the legendary Joe Kelly owner of the lands adjoining Annagh Lake. Extremely well known he operated a membership fee of 5/- per family or six pence for day trippers to the sandy beaches of Annagh Lake. Predeceased by his sister who also acted as steward and collector the funeral took place from Saint Aidan’s Church to Clonovey cemetery.

Rev Aubrey Given SJ Professor of Medieval Irish History at UCD will speak on ‘The Diocese of Kilmore in the 12th Century’ at the Cumann Rinnce an Cabhan series of lectures in the Technical School Farnham Street.

Cavan Bridge N/S Cyril Arnold and Mrs M O Sullivan and E/W Surgeon PD Maloney and AG Hunt.

Fair Whitehead bull calves £15-£20 yearlings £26-£32 two year old £45-£50 three year olds £65-£75 milch cows £42-£52 working horses £50-55 colts and fillies £45-55 ponies £30-40 bonhams £10-£12 per pair carrying sows £30-£35.

Virginia and Cavan tie in Bridge Final (team of four) at Lake View Hotel Virginia but Virginia now go forward to represent Cavan in the All Ireland Team of Four Bridge Championships in Dublin. Virginia S McQuade W Elliott O O Reilly and T Greene while Cavan were represented by Kathleen Sullivan Dermot Morgan Rev Father Sean O Reilly and Maureen McDonald.

Sudden and unexpected death of Austin Cosgrove Butlersbridge aged only 22 at a New York Hospital following a routine operation. Only emigrated five months ago. He was leading apprentice mechanic in Smith’s Garage and was placed first in Ireland in his final exams at Cavan Technical School. As a fully qualified mechanic his skills were in great demand both here at home and in New York where he was employed in a garage. Son of John Cosgrove his remains were flown home for burial from Saint Aidan’s Church to the New cemetery.

April 22^nd 1961 Saint Philomena is wiped off the list of Saints by the Vatican who say that no such person ever existed. Her feast day on September 9th is not to be honoured and a Church near Naples are ordered to dedicate their Church to some other Saint.

Jim McDonnell scores all his sides eight points in Drung’s defeat to Drumalee who won their Junior League clash on the score 5-5 to 0-8. Close game until the last quarter until the heavy underfoot conditions at Drumalee sapped the energy of the visitors who leaked four goals in the last quarter. Frankie Walsh 2 goals H P O Reilly 1 goal Brian Gaffney 2 goal with Donie Fay lethal from heavy placed balls. Tommy Molloy and Jim McDonnell were Men of the Match.

Cully’s amusement arcade visits Cavan Egg Market where there is something for everyone and £1,000 in cash prizes all in aid of Parochial Funds.

Death of Mrs Isobella Conlon Mons Terrace at Saint Phelim’s Hospital Cavan . She was a sister of the late Patrick Scollans Drumbo. Large and representative attendance at the funeral from the Cathedral of Saints Patrick and Phelim to Cullies cemetery.

Twin calves are born to a cow the property of Tom McCarren Brookvale after being artificially inseminated.

Captain’s Mr J Mansfield’s prize at Cavan Bridge Club is won by N/S Maureen Cullen and Kathleen Brady E/W Maureen McDonald and RT McCarthy. The prizes were presented by Surgeon Paddy Maloney and Gerry Hunt still basking in the joy of their recent BT Cullen Open win when the pair demonstrated that they were among the foremost partnerships in Ireland.

Old Mill Bar second team are soundly trashed by the Woodford Bar Ballyconnell while the Commercial Bar B side are easily disposed of by a resurgent Yukon Bar Belturbet in the Cavan Darts League. The Commercial A side will look for better fortune when they visit Tommy Reilly’s in Killeshandra.

April 29^th 1961 Mechanical rail lifter speeds up the demise of the Cavan-Clones Railway line.

Mighty Avons Showband celebrate their 1st Birthday in a packed Town Hall on Thursday 4th May l. Many spot prizes and admission a very modest 5/-.

Emile Harris famous British pop star is photographed with ‘The Three Checkmates’ and ‘The Fordettes’ as he stops off in Cavan on his way to an engagement in Belfast. He enjoyed a meal in the Farnham Hotel Cavan where many local fans queued up for his autograph.

Joseph Maguire leading New York Democrat accompanied by his wife and son Joseph a native of Enniskillen county Fermanagh and leading restaurateur and developer in New York city stops over with his friends Paddy and Alice Elliott 57 Church Street. Founder of the Fermanagh Association in New York he is a noted fiddler and brother of the celebrated musician John Maguire Enniskillen. He is a personal friend of the well known Canadian uranium magnate Matt Gilroy a native of Derrylin.

Centenary celebrations being organised for the 29th May for Poor Clare Convent Cavan which was founded in 1861.

“Smyth’s 60 Main Street Cavan your Hoover Agent Phone Cavan 88.”

Cumann Seanchas Bhreifne 1961 Patron Most Rev Dr Austin Quinn President P O Connell MSc PhD Clonmel Chairman Tom J Barron NT Bailieboro Vice Chairman BC O Mordha Cootehill Treasurer Brid Sheridan Cavan County Library Sec Rev Father Frank McKiernan Saint Patrick’s College Committee Fathers Augustine Leydon Patrick Brady Rev WF Drury Dr Brian Galligan Seamus Dolan NT J Gilheaney NT J Gillick Owen McGovern NT L Kelly Michael Neary B O Reilly and Bernard Stacey BA.

May 6th 1961 Pictured are Con A Smith Tom Clarke and Terry O Dowd admiring the 2,000th rebuilt tractor assembled by Smith’s Garage Cavan.

Hugh Gough and Brendan Coulter are pictured with their record 95 lbs of pike caught by them on Lough Erne.

South East Cavan Old IRA make a presentation to their former leader Dr Michael A Cooney who is retiring as County Cavan MOH at a very well attended function in the Railway Hotel Cavan.

Dilemma for Cavan Urban Council as several of the tenants from Saint Phelim’s Place apply for permission to erect garages at their houses. The County Manager is in favour of building the garages and increasing the rent Tom Fitzpatrick Solicitor says that if the Council allow the tenants to build the houses themselves they will be looking for compensation when they move on while Maurice Jackson Vice Chairman says that the Council should be concentrating on building houses and forgetting the garages!

Phil Donohoe is pictured with his proud young son Desmond after the popular Bridge Street Butcher won 1st Prize and the beautiful purpose built boat in the Sheelin Shamrock fishing competition to celebrate the opening of the new hotel on the shores of Lough Sheelin. Phil’s winning catch was a brown trout weighing 5lbs 9 ozs Michael J Smith Drumalee was 2nd with a trout weighing 3lbs 3ozs.

Death of Matthew ‘Matt’ Donohoe College Street well known Cavan plumber at his residence. Member of an old distinguished Cavan family. He was a leading member of Cavan Slashers and served as both a player and official with the club. He was a great Cavan Gael and as a mark of respect all GAA games in the county were postponed last Sunday. Took an active part in Church affairs and was a leading member of the Old Cathedral Choir and Cavan Choral Group under his friend and neighbour Father Willie Buchanan a native of Bridge Street. Life time member of Cavan Cathedral Holy Family Confraternity. He is survived by his wife and three sons Patrick C Treasurer Cavan County Board GAA Matthew and Joe two brothers James Anglo Celt Andy New York and one sister Mrs J Farrell Military Row. Father PJ McManus CC presided at the large and representative funeral from the Cathedral to Killygarry cemetery.

Poor Clare Convent Cavan Centenary Committee President Dr BT Cullen Chairman Tom Fitzpatrick Vice Chairman Seamus Gilheaney Secretary Tom McKenna Assistant Secretary Carmel McDonald and Treasurer Leo Keogan.

Death of Frank Galligan Behey a former member of the GNR staff . Very popular with all classes and creeds. He was an active member of Drumcrave Band and in his youth a playing member of Behey Benburbs later switching his allegiances to the newly formed Drumalee GFC of which he was a leading official. Never missed a game in Drumalee or Breffni Park he was a frequent visitor to Croke Park when Cavan were involved in the closing stages of the All Ireland series. He is survived by his relatives and friends. There was a large and representative attendance at the funeral from the Cathedral of Saints Patrick and Phelim with burial later in Killygarry cemetery.

Retirement of Garda John McSherry a member of the Garda for 37 years .He was a most efficient and courteous officer and was extremely popular in the town. Native of Dromahaire county Leitrim he was a member of the 1st Sligo Brigade Old IRA and was a Captain in the Irish Army before joining the Garda in 1924. He served in Glenamaddy Ballymoe transferring to Stradone in 1930. He later served in Kingscourt Clones and Kilnaleck before coming to Cavan in 1947. He was one of the first tenants of the newly built Saint Phelim’s Place and both he and the family were very much part of the community in Cavan. He is leaving Cavan and will retire to Dublin.

Sean McCabe Billis spinning at Behey Lake catches a pike weighing 19 lbs which is one of the biggest fish ever caught in Behey Lake.

May 13^th 1961:Historic meeting in the Vatican of Queen Elizabeth 2 of England and Pope John XXIII The Queen was “gowned to the feet in black with a black hip length veil concealing her face a diamond bracelet on gloved hands and double string of pearls at her throat”. Prince Philip wore his Admiral of the Fleet uniform as they were granted a private audience lasting over twenty minutes. At the end of the meeting Pope John presented the Queen with seven ancient Roman coins depicting seven different Emperoresses of Rome found in the Catacombs and Vatican stamp albums for the Royal children. Queen Elizabeth then presented the Pope with a valuable walking cane and three signed photographs of the British Royal family in silver frames.

Commander Alan Sheperd becomes the first American in space when his ‘Redstone’ Capsule weighing one ton blasts off from Cape Canaveral in Florida shooting up to 115 miles above the earth lasting fifteen minutes before plunging back into the Pacific Ocean where an armada of ships were there to pick him up. The Rocket and Alan were then winched from the sea and brought to a nearby aircraft carrier where Commander Sheperd’s first words to the crew were “boy what a ride”. He was later given a tumultuous welcome in Washington before being presented with the Congressional medal of honour by President John Fitzgerald Kennedy.

Wettest April since records began at Kevitt Castle Crossdoney where Alfred Myles Smith Solicitor reports that April 1961 was the wettest ever with 4.65 inches of rain on 21 rainy days while in April 1960 only 1.74 inches fell on 13 rainy days. The wettest day was the 22nd April 1961 when an amazing 1.10 inches fell.

Death of the very popular Michael Foynes at his residence Butlersbridge. He was a County Council Overseer and was equally popular with his colleagues and powers that be in Cavan Courthouse. He took an active part in the War of Independence from 1916 and was interred with nine of his Butlersbridge colleagues in Ballykinlar including his late brother Thomas. After Independence he took the Republican side in the Civil War and at his death was President of Butlersbridge branch Fianna Fail. He served in the LDF for the duration of the Emergency 1939-1945. He was brother of John Foynes the well known poet who composed ballads to celebrate Cavan’s five All Ireland triumphs. His son Rev Aidan Foynes Saint Kieran’s Kilkenny will be ordained priest in June. He is survived by his three sons Rev Aidan Kilkenny William USA Michael Butlersbridge three daughters Mrs J Greenan Ballinacargey Elizabeth and Brigid Butlersbridge two brothers John Butlersbridge James Manchester one sister Mrs MA Flanagan Butlersbridge. Saint Aidan’s Church was packed to an overflowing capacity with the coffin draped in the tricolour and a guard of honour of his colleagues in the Old IRA under Charlie O Reilly County Council. The Mass and final prayers were recited by Father PJ McManus CC. Burial took place in the New cemetery with Cmdt Sean Sheridan rendering the last honours at the graveside.

Cavan Gaels and Crosserlough qualify for the 1960 County Cavan League Final with wins over Ballinagh and Bailieboro Shamrock’s. The Gaels accounted for Bailieboro 1-9 to 1-6 after the two teams were tied at 1-1 each at the interval. Sterling displays from Mick Ryan Hugo Cafferty Jim Meehan and Colm Smith in defence while Seamus Keevans was outstanding at midfield Kevin and Con Smith Jimmy Sheridan Paddy Maguire and Cathal Young were magnificent in attack and were all on target. Referee Mick Higgins.

Patsy McConnell is the winner of the first billiards tournament sponsored by Cavan CYMS in their new home at the ‘Hut’. Patsy beat the gallant Jim Fay in a close sporting encounter and was later presented with the Father PJ Gargan Cup presented by the donor.

Cavan Tourist Association announce that well known Bridge Street business man Packy Joe Lee has presented a cup to be awarded to the person who catches the heaviest fish in the Cavan area while the Mick Clarke Cup will be presented to the person catching the heaviest rudd. The association are presently erecting road signage to the local fishing spots for the benefit of the visiting anglers.

Death of Mrs Louise Manning Rossa Place wife of Inspector Manning in a Dublin Hospital . The family lived in Ballyconnell before transferring to Cavan where he served as Sergeant. She was a friendly decent woman well known for her religious fervour and Christian charity. She is survived by her husband four young children brothers and sisters. Funeral from the Cathedral to Newtownforbes cemetery was large and representative reflecting the deep regard in which the family are held in the area. Father PJ Gargan CC officiated.

James McMahon eldest son of Jack and Mrs McMahon Emmett Place has died in England where the funeral took place during the week.

Cavan Fair Yearlings £28-£32 milch cows £50-£60 springers £65-£75 working horses £55-£60 colts and fillies £40-£50 ponies £35-£40.

Over 1,000 children from schools all over the Diocese are expected to take part in the School’s Choral Festival on May 17th and 18th. Mary McGoldrick NT Poor Clare Convent is Festival Director. The festival was opened by Father AB McGrath in the unavoidable absence of the Bishop of Kilmore Most Rev Dr Quinn.

Fossetts Circus starring recording star Nita Norry and new elevated ring is postponed due to gale force winds. Aficionados head to Cootehill for Monday’s sell out show.

May 20^th 1961:Death of Mary Gauthier Military Row widow of Henry (train driver with GNR).Survived by her son Julien and daughter Honoria Smith Saint Patrick’s Terrace (John Smith’s Mother).

Over 1,000 children representing thirty six groups from all over the Diocese compete in School’s Liturgical Festival in the Town Hall. Among the pictures are the Convent School String Quartet. The festival was opened by Father A B McGrath in the unavoidable absence of the Bishop. Father Joe Dolan Adm Myrtle Henderson Cavan Presbyterian Church Rev Mr Black ex Superintendent Joe Murray and Mrs Nancy Brady were among the judges and reported that “the standard was of the very highest, reflecting great credit to the pupils and teachers participating.

Loreto Sports sponsored by the Past Pupils Union Time Race 1 Alice Donohoe 2 Mary Cullivan 3 Una Clarke Three Legged Race 1 Kitty Brady 2 Sheila Brady 3 Sheila Sullivan and 4th Terri Dungan. Slow Bicycle Jean Flynn 2 Mary Cullivan 3rd Eileen Gilroy. .Sack Race 1 Deidre Conlon 2nd Kitty Brady 3rd Susan Reilly. 100 metres flat 1st Kathleen Keenan 2nd Aíne Sullivan 3rd Grace Corrigan. Catch The Train 1st Sheila Scullion 2nd Frances Sullivan 3rd Sheila Brady. Hockey Double 1st Frances Sullivan 2nd Alice Donohoe 3rd Dolie Smith. 100 yards Junior Kitty Brady Madeline O Brien 3rd Josephine McCann. Musical Chairs 1st Ann Leonard 2nd Eileen Gilroy and 3rd Mary Bartley. Book and Balloon Mary Bartley 2nd Deidre Conlon and 3rd Kitty Brady. The school staged a gymnastic display showing grace and rhythm in drill exhibitions captured in picture by Breda Carthy who is a pupil at Loreto College. Loreto Past Pupils Union 1961 President Rita Kenny nee Sullivan Belturbet Vice President Mrs Gus Kenny Secretary Lauri McConnell Treasurer Kathleen Murray Committee Mrs PJF McDwyer Mrs WN Dungan Nee Reilly Joan O Hanlon Brid Sheridan Mrs E McCabe Bella Power M Maguire and Maura Baxter.

Edward Foster Market Square has special offer of a new oak wardrobe with outer mirror.

Pupils from Saint Felim’s Boy’s School parade to Mass led by the school’s flagelot band for the feast of Saint De La Salle where the Mass was celebrated by Father Joe Dolan Adm and music was supplied by the school choir with Father AB McGrath on the organ.

Same Week: Tony Doyle (17) Emmett Place leaves for Illinois to further his skills at breeding Irish wolfhounds. He is eldest son of Ettie Doyle Rossa Place and the late Pete Doyle. He is going to the USA to work at the kennels of Mrs Dorothy Groverman- Ellis extensive breeder of Cairn terriers and Irish wolfhounds. Having received a present of an Irish wolfhound from his good friend Pat O Neill Sports Editor Anglo Celt Tony has already exported pups to the USA and South Africa.

John Brady CSSP on holidays from the mission fields in South Africa with his family and parents Mr and Mrs James Brady Corawelis. He was last home five years ago.

May 27^th 1961 All systems go for first Ulster Fleadh in Cavan town in July. Sean McMonagle Ulster Secretary and Brian O Donnell Chairman are loud in their praise of the advance arrangements.

Paddy Carroll and Fintan Ginnity are seen presenting a new Ford Popular car CID 717 to Mrs Donal McGovern Swellan winner of the weekly Gael Linn Jackpot.

Patrick Sullivan College Street home on holiday for the first time in forty years. Fought in the IRA from 1916 to 1921. He was involved on a daring attack on a police van releasing IRA prisoners in transit to Glasgow gaol. His father was a well known highly respected Cooper in Cavan town.

Charles Fay buys the adjoining premises of the late Betty Gannon for £1,800.Colm Smith was the Auctioneer. Tom Fitzpatrick acted for the purchaser and Alfred Myles Smith had carriage of sale.

Allen’s Main Street having disposed of their premises to PJ O Reilly Milltown Auctioneer are now offering their stock of modern shoes and boots at give away prices.

President De Velera leads the distinguished guests at the centenary celebrations of the Poor Clare Convent. High Mass will be at 11 and Bishop Quinn will preside. After Mass the Bishop will bless the new site purchased by the Order for the erection of a state of the art Primary School. Among the distinguished guest will be Bishop of Meath Most Rev Dr Kyne who is a brother of the Mother Abbess the Lord Abbott of Kilnacrott Felim C Colwell CRP and Paddy Smith Minister for Agriculture.

June 3^rd 1961:Cavan Gaels captained by Cathal Young beat Crosserlough 2-07 to 1-09 to win the Cavan Senior League. Despite a poor display by their midfield pair the Gaels gained control in the third quarter scoring point after unanswered point. Only four late points from the youthful Brian Boylan saved Crosserlough from a much heavier defeat. The introduction of Jim Meehan who did not line out at the start due to a recurring knee injury at half time was the difference between the two sides as Crosserlough led the Gael’s 1-3 to 0-5 despite the town team playing with a strong wind in the first half. Colm Smith and Mick Ryan were outstanding in defence while the attack sparkled in the second half with Young Sheridan Smiths Con and Kevin prominent. Team John O Rourke Hugo Cafferty Colm Smith Johnny Byrnes Tony McConnell M Brenan Mick Ryan Seamus Keevans Con Smith John McVeety Kevin Smith Phil Murray Paddy Maguire Jimmy ‘Inky’ Sheridan and Cathal Young Captain. Sub Jimmy Meehan

Over 2,000 take part in Corpus Christi procession in beautiful weather in flag and bunting bedecked Cavan town. Many of the residents displayed altars and the scent of flowers was everywhere. Small girls with baskets showered flower petals in the path of the Blessed Sacrament carried by the Bishop assisted by Fathers Felim McGovern and Bob McCabe. Benediction was imparted at the Cathedral with John P Smith sounding the salute on the trumpet.

Alfred Myles Smith Kevitt Castle weather station points out that 2.79 inches of rain fell in May on 15 wet days as compared to 2.80 on 16 wet days in May 1960.

Tom Fitzpatrick Chairman Cavan Urban Council presents an address of welcome to President Eamonn De Velera as he arrives to participate in the centenary celebrations at the Poor Clare Convent. The town was bedecked in the Papal colours for the occasion celebrating the centenary of the foundation of the convent on the 29th May 1861. At the invitation of Dr Browne three nuns from the Poor Clare Convent in Newry set out for Cavan to found a school “for the education and salvation of the little ones of our Lord”. Sister Mary Ignatius Carey Mother Abbess Sister Mary Anthony Denver Sister Mary Patrick McEneaney. In 1865 they expanded to found an orphanage and in 1869 the orphanage was certified as an Industrial School. The Convent was so successful that within a short period of time another Poor Clare’s Convent was founded in Ballyjamesduff. In 1881 the foundation stone of the new Chapel was blessed. In February 1943 34 orphans and one adult lost their lives when the orphanage went on fire. In 1944 Bishop Patrick Lyons blessed the foundation stone of the new orphanage In 1957 Mother Cecilia Jones opened a new Secondary School later acquiring Sullivan’s shop as the numbers increased. The site of the Poor Clare Convent was originally a Market House which accommodated Cavan Market. Later it was taken over by the legendary Edward ‘Ned’ O Hagan who opened a livery post and stage coach stop as the only mode of travel was by horse. In the adjoining premises the first edition of the Anglo Celt was printed in 1846. The Poor Clare Order was founded by Saint Francis in 1212 and very shortly later a branch of the order was set up in Dublin At the centenary Mass and celebrations the sermon was preached by Father Joe Dolan PP VG Manorhamilton.

Patrick Dowd is appointed Town Clerk Drogheda .Native of Ardmagh Ballyhaise and former employee of Cavan County Council he served as Town Clerk Clones and later took up the same position in Cavan before being appointed Accountant Donegal County Council.

John O Reilly Saint Patrick’s Terrace fishing in Swellan Lake landed a pike using a No 8 voblex.

Aidan Foynes from Butlersbridge county Cavan is ordained a priest at Saint Mary’s Cathedral Kilkenny by Most Rev Dr Dunne. He is son of the late Mr and Mrs Michael Foynes Butlersbridge (his father died just six weeks ago). Father Foynes will serve in the Diocese of Saint Augustine Baltimore USA. Rev P Sullivan Denbawn was ordained for the Diocese of Kilmore at the same ceremony for the Diocese of Kilmore and is brother of Father M Sullivan Glasgow.

Joe McGovern suggests that the new housing estate at Drumnavanagh Cavan should be named ‘Boland Estate’ in honour of Freddie Boland the present President of the United Nations. The County Manager informs the Urban Council that the majority of the residents want the estate to be known as ‘Highfield Road’ and this was later unanimously agreed by the Council.

Mary Cullen wife of the late Patrick Cullen Caretaker of the Town Hall is appointed Caretaker at the weekly salary of thirty shillings per week. She will also be entitled to free electricity accommodation and use of a phone estimated to be worth a further £80 per annum !

Maurice Jackson and the Town Clerk will meet Lord Farnham with a view to negotiating the sale of the adjoining tennis court at the Town Hall.

Same Week: Death of Sarah McCabe widow of Joe 6 Saint Aidan’s Terrace.

June 10^th 1961 Cathal Toal is presented with the trophy as the ‘Best all round athlete’ at Saint Patrick’s College Sport’s by CJ O Reilly President Saint Patrick’s College Union and a native of Granard county Longford. Three Legged Race Phil Brady and Thomas Young. Wheelbarrow Race Jimmy Stafford and Michael Gaynor. Sack Race Des Rafferty and Ray Carolan. Hop Step and Jump Brian McElhenny 2nd Cathal Toal and 3rd Niall Dungan. Mile Open Michael Gaynor Jimmy Stafford and Jim Reilly. Shot Putt Percy Gilchreest and 2nd Philip Fitzsimmons 3rd Glennon Walsh. 100 yards open Brendan Young 2nd Ray Carolan. 400 yards open Brian McElhenny 2nd Cathal Toal 3rd Jimmy Stafford High Jump Cathal Toal 2nd Noel Brady and 3rd Des Rafferty. Day Student’s 1st Tom Sheridan 2nd Frank McKiernan and 3rd Raymond Carroll

:Dermot Morgan and Airmid O Hanlon are Captains at County Cavan Golf Club where Noel Henderson Belturbet shoots 64 nett to just edge out Leo McDonald in the prestigious Breffni Trophy where there were 67 entries.

Princess Grace visits Ireland calling on President and Mrs De Velera at Arus an Uachtarainn. She is now the most titled person in Europe through her marriage to Price Rainier being twice a princess four times a duchess twice a marquis eight times a countess and five times a baroness. She and her daughter Caroline are welcomed as head of state of the tiny principality of Monaco.

June 17^th 1961 Mick Sheridan TD first elected to Dail Eireann in 1932 will not seek election at the next General Election for health reasons. A man of the highest principles he was respected throughout the land and carries the best wishes of the community for his good health and long life in retirement.

Three sets of twins at Walter Smith’s Aughaconey Ballinagh Bernadette and Imelda Ann Veronica and Thomas and eight year old twins John Joe and Walter all pictured with their parents Walter and Mrs Smith. There are three other children Michael Teresa and Brian.

Saint Patrick’s College Sport’s committee 1961 Philip McMenamin Christie Sheridan Terry O Reilly Pat Heery John McKenna Noel Farrell and Richard Morgan.

Presentation to newly ordained Father Aidan Foynes from the people of Butlersbridge in the Hall where they presented him with a stole oil sticks pyx and a wallet of notes. Father Aidan is heading off to Saint Augustine’s Florida in August. Pictured are Paddy McGowan Vincent Bartley Father Aidan Foynes Mel Keaveney Father PJ Gargan who made the presentation Gerry Farrell and Tommy Browne.

Disabled Person’s Year inaugurated in Cavan by the Rehab Institute addressed by Doctor PJ Watters acting county MOH and J Cahill Director of the Institute.

£623 spent by Saint Vincent De Paul Cavan Branch over the last year in the service of the poor and destitute among us.

Drumcrave Fife and Drum Band committee meet in the Town Hall.

Death of the legendary Francis Tweedy ‘Ardvarna’ Farnham Road very well known Auctioneer Travel Agent and Draper opposite Dunne’s Stores (Manor Chemists). He had a deserved reputation of decency honesty and integrity in his dealings with the public . Suffered a grievous loss when his premises were burnt to the ground at Christmas 1960 when two of his tenants and two children had a miraculous escape on a rope ladder fitted by Mr Tweedy some fifty years previously. Mr and Mrs Cantwell and their two children escaped with only superficial injuries as Tweedy’s was burnt to the ground. Survived by his wife Lily one son Dessie and one daughter Mona McGahey married to Rev Gerard McGahey Dublin a native of Farnham Street. Funeral from Saint John’s Cavan Parish Church to Ballintemple.

Dispute over the manner of the appointments of Clerical Officers to Cavan County Council by the County Manager Dermot McCarthy. Maura B Reilly a university graduate and teacher in ‘Free to All’ deplores the lack of transparency with graduates being passed over for less well qualified but more politically aware candidates.

“The Abbey Pharmacy 26 Bridge Street proprietor Maura Baxter MPSI Phone Cavan 158”

June 24^th 1961 His Eminence Cardinal Paolo Giobbe is the Papal Legate to the very successful and well attended Patrician Congress in Dublin with thousands thronging the footpaths to cheer him on his way from Dublin Airport to Arus an Uachtarainn. The highlight of the week was the solemn Pontifical High Mass celebrated in front of 80,000 people in Croke Park. The Cardinal Protector of the Norbertine Order, he paid a visit to Kilnacrott during his short stay where he was warmly welcomed by the Lord Abbott Felim Colwell and the community. The Papal Legate a smiling bearded distinguished person lit the Congress flame during a ceremony at the Pro Cathedral in Dublin.

Over 1,000 competitors and 2,000 spectators at the 21st Feis Erne in Belturbet with competitions in the Erne Cinema on both Saturday and Sunday. The parade was led by the De La Salle Flagelot Band Cavan .Bishop Austin Quinn presides at the Patrician Mass in a packed Cathedral of Saints Patrick and Phelim. Father Felim McGovern Saint Patrick’s College was the celebrant assisted by Father PJ McManus CC. Father Torlac O Reilly deacon and Father Pat Brady sub deacon. The Proper of the Mass was sung by the Poor Clare Convent and the Ordinary was sung by the children of the Parish.

Saint Joseph’s Young Priest’s Society 1961 President Michael Harding Secretary Clare Brady Town Hall and Treasurer Mary McGoldrick NT Poor Clare Convent.

Legion of Mary pilgrimage to Our Lady’s Shrine in Knock with buses leaving the Imperial Hotel at 8 am.

Unveiling of the new Ford Consul 315 at Jackson’s Garage Showrooms. The guests were welcomed to the Reception by Maurice Jackson MD. Elegant four door in international class 11 horse power cruising at 60 mph and a generous 32.30 mpg.

July 1st 1961:Paddy Martin Church Street pictured on front page receives his silver pelican for the 7th pint of blood donated to the National Blood Transfusion Unit in the Protestant Hall where there was a record turn out of 420 donors. The session was organised by the local branch of the Red Cross.

New American Embassy in the Phoenix Park now under construction will be opened next year by the new President of the USA John Fitzgerald Kennedy.

Robert Briscoe Fianna Fail and a member of the Jewish community in Dublin is elected Lord Mayor of Dublin for the second time having held the office in 1956-1957.

Paddy O’ Reilly Fine Gael TD is elected Chairman of Cavan County Council with JC Cole elected Vice Chairman.

“Andrew Breslin Self Drive 51 Main Street has the largest fleet in the midlands”.

Tom Fitzpatrick Fine Gael is elected Chairman of Cavan Urban Council with Paddy Conaty Fianna Fail elected Vice Chairman.

After a lot of debate Tom Fitzpatrick Chairman proposes that the new private estate at Drumnavanagh be named ‘Highfield Road’ as agreed with the owners. John ‘Yankee’ Murray seconded and the name passes into history.

Liam Bogue and Mrs Augustine Kenny are the winners of the President’s Surgeon Bertie Cullen’s Prize at County Cavan Golf Club. Maisie Magee and John Dooley were Runners Up and over forty competed for the prize presented by Surgeon Bertie and Maura Cullen.

Recently reopened Corlurgan National School on CIE bus tour to Dublin taking in the National Museum the Zoo Dublin Airport and finishing at the seaside in Portmarnock.

New ‘Sport’s Centre’ opened by local Cavan entrepreneur Tommy McCormick includes tennis courts clock golf. Family subscription 10/- individual 5/- visitors 2/- per day.

July 8^th 1961:Presentation from Drumcrave NS to Seamus Gilheaney NT (Retiring) in the Ulster Arms Hotel. Tickets available from McConnell’s 6 Ashe Street and Sean Young’s Newsagents Main Street.

Cumann Rinnce and Cabhan are 2nd in the long dance at the Fleadh Cheoil in Oldcastle while Una Healy a member of the Troop scoops the individual award. Cumann Rinnce were represented by John Reilly Una Healy Micheal Greenan Celeste Reilly Mel Doherty Eoin Fay Sarsfield Donohoe and Kathleen Lyons.

The 1st Ulster Fleadh Cheoil will take place in Cavan on the weekend of July 8th and 9th 1961. Ceilidhe in marquee by the McNamee Ceilidhe Band while the Doonaree and Jack Wate’s will supply the music at the closing Ceilidhe in the Town Hall at which the awards will be presented.

Sean ‘Spider’ Donohoe is married to Mary Attracta eldest daughter of Mr and Mrs James ?? at Saint Margaret Mary Church in New York. Sean is a former member of the Anglo Celt staff and was Ulster Bantamweight champion in 1948.

Saint Felim’s defeat Saint Brendan’s 4-4 to 3-1 in the De La Salle Junior League Final played at Breffni Park. Saint Felim’s Eamon Cusack Dermot Maloney Pat McNamara captain Pat Sexton Frankie McKiernan Kevin McKiernan Michael Smith Sean Brady Gerry Brady and Joe McCabe.

Private Edward McEvoy and Pat Kinsella safely home from six month’s United Nation’s duty in the Congo are feted by their friends and entertained to lunch in the Central Café in Bridge Street owned by Sean and Francesca McManus.

Over 170 young anglers take part in fishing competition on the River Erne at Bakersbridge organised by Cavan Angler’s Club. Hurlies hurley balls footballs rods reels and many other attractive and valuable prizes were presented to the winners by Michael J Smith Chairman of Cavan Angler’s Club. The overall winner was Michael Lyons son of well known angler Frank Drumlark with a massive haul of 27 perch and one pike and he was presented with a keep net rod reel line and float. Competitors who travelled to the venue in one of Jackson’s luxury coaches and treated to snacks and minerals by the Club. Winners of the very valuable prizes were Oliver Shanaghy Edward Maguire Joseph Greene Joey O Keefe Michael Burns Edward Sheils Tony Higgins Seamus Garry James Smith Colman Smith Francis Galligan Joey Browne Sean McGinnity Cathal O Riordan Kenneth Clail Sean McPhillips Dominic Lynch Michael McCarthy and Trevor Richmond.

Death of Ernest Hemingway who shot himself at home on Tuesday July 2nd 1961. His books include ‘Farewell to Arms’ 1929 ‘For Whom the Bell Tolls’ 1940. He was 62 and won the Nobel Prize for Literature in 1954. His sparse no frills style had millions of admirers throughout the world.

Presentation to Garda and Mrs McSharry Saint Phelim’s Place on John’s retirement from the force.. Stationed in Cavan for over 31 years. He is a native of Dromahaire Co. Leitrim and is retiring to Dublin.

July 15^th 1961 Huge crowds line the 14 mile route from Heathrow Airport in London to the Russian Embassy in Central London to catch a glimpse of Major Yuri Gagarin the first man to fly in space. Later he lunched with Queen Elizabeth and the Duke of Edinburgh at Buckingham Castle.

Large attendance at the Ulster Fleadh Cheoil in Cavan which was held in ideal weather conditions and opened by Father ABC McGrath with Tom Fitzpatrick Chairman of Cavan Urban Council Dr Brian Galligan Vice President Comaltas Ceolteoiri Eireann Mr O Donnell Organising Secretary from Longford and Frank Fitzpatrick Chairman Cavan Comaltas. Among the local winners was Mairin Goldrick from Kilmore for Irish singing Seamus ’Ba’ Fay Ballads in English demoting the legendary Ken Browne to 2nd place in this section. Paddy McEntee was 2nd in Senior fiddle while the winner of the Miscellaneous Instruments was Willie Fischer Drumryan Cavan. Owen Fay from Drumconnick was the winner of the Under 16 accordion while the Doonaree Ceilidhe Band were the winners of their competition beating off the likes of favourites Ken Browne and the legendary Eugene Leddy.

Saint Felim’s De La Salle draw with Lurgan 1-8 to 3-2 in the Urban School’s Final at Breffni Park. Powered by brothers JJ and Paddy Reilly John O Neill Aidan Quigley Oliver Shanaghy Joe O Keeffe Michael Walsh Philip Fitzsimmons and Jim Mooney at midfield. Matt Donnelly was sound in goals while human dynamo Johnny Lynch was ‘perpetual motion’ and never stopped running and covering at right full back. Father Augustine Leydon Saint Patrick’s College was the referee..

Eamonn F English (15) Church Street with 65 wins the Captain’s (Dermot Morgan’s) Prize at County Cavan Golf Club, Eddie Murray (10) 66 (Runner up) 3rd Dr FPE Smith (9) 66. EP McNulty (1) 76 best gross. Jimmy Sheridan Michael Harding and Mattie Corcoran (Special Prizes).

Vincent McCaul from Drumliffe Ballyhaise buys the substantial business premises of Barney O Reilly in Bridge Street for an impressive £4,300 while Brendan Dunne Swellan buys the College Street property of the late C Fay.

Scout Investiture: Oliver Smyth, Paddy Murray, Peter Galligan, Tony Dunne, John Sheridan, Sean Carroll, Greg Sheridan, Martin Walsh, Michael Galligan, Tom McNamara, Matt Donnolly, Joe Galligan, Jimmy Coyle, Owen Roe O Neill, Martin Clarke, Michael Walsh, Colman Smith, Des Gumley ,Edward McCann, Michael Smith, Michael Gallimore, Seamus Smith Michael Murray, Oliver O Donnell, Terry Coyle, Frank O Keefe, Michael Maguire, Jim Downey, Brian Allen, Michael Reilly, P A Smith, Padraig Caffrey and Michael Smith.

Small fair with yearlings fetching £25-£28 two year olds £45-£50 three year olds £55-£65 ponies £25-£35 working horses £45-£55 knackers £50-£55 donkeys £5-£7 carrying sows £30-£35.

July 22^nd 1961 The very popular Maureen McDonald from Church Street is the winner of the Lady Captain’s Airmid O Hanlon’s prize at County Cavan Golf Club 2nd Mrs Benny Hickey Cathedral Road while Margaret English was the winner of the gross.

Death of Mother Mary Aidan McCardle Poor Clare Convent Cavan. She was daughter of Mr and Mrs Henry McCardle Keady county Armagh and taught in Tandergee Armagh before entering the Poor Clare Convent in Newry in 1918. Sister of the Superioress Poor Clare Covent Gormanston and Elizabeth McCardle Dunlaoire. Rev T Canon Maguire PP Castletara presided at the Solemn Requiem Mass in the Poor Clare Convent which was celebrated by Father Robert McCabe President Saint Patrick’s College assisted by Father Noel McIntyre CC Bunnoe deacon Father PJ Gargan CC sub deacon and Father PJ Corrigan CC Denn master of ceremonies. Chanters were Fathers AB McGrath and Noel Fay. Burial took place in the Convent cemetery.

Saint Felim’s De La Salle hammer Lurgan in the replay of the School’s Urban Final 4-9 to 1-2. After the initial burst of enthusiasm and when they saw that they were opposed by an outstanding team, Lurgan resorted to unsporting tactics that only spurred the town boys to greater heights with their fast interchanging ball play and team work. Johnny Lynch was undoubtedly man of the match with the spectators wondering how such a small man could cover so much ground nd contribute so much to a remarkable victory. In attack Owen Shanaghy and John O Neill seized on every opportunity to punish the Lurgan defence with the Bridge Street man rivaling Johnny Lynch for the star of the show with a personal tally of 3-3. The towering JJ Reilly and brother Paddy were other emerging stars for the town team and broke down a lot of ball for their smaller forward colleagues. Matt Donnelly in goal was soundness personified and was given excellent cover by Eamonn Greenan Eamonn Flynn and Joey O Keefe. Tadhg McEntee Philip Fitzsimmons at centre field Aidan Quigley and Michael Walsh was again brilliant at centre half with great support from his wingmen. As stated the standard of sportsmanship was poor with too many robust challenges.

Down will play Armagh in the Ulster Senior Final while Monaghan will play Armagh in the Minor decider at Casement Park next Sunday.

July 29^th 1961 Smith’s Garage defeat Bailieboro Foundry 1-10 to 2-4 in the Cavan Final of the inter firm’s Quinn Cup .Smith’s led by 1-7 to 0-2 at the interval. Sean Galligan who is a salesman with Smith’s Electrical Stores was man of the match with a personal tally of 1-4 with good support from Ollie Conaty Gerry Reilly M Brennan Tom Timoney and J Brady. They will now play the Meath champions in the semi final.

Down scrape by Armagh in a pulsating Ulster Final at Casement Park with the Down men completing the three in a row of Ulster titles on the score of 2-10 to 1-10 with Armagh claiming a late goal disallowed by referee and linesmen. Armagh led the champions by 1-7 to 1-2 at the interval.

Visiting anglers to Cavan delighted with the fishing catching a number of specimen bream one of which weighed 8 lbs 9 ozs while James Edwards from Southwark bagged many large brown trout while fishing on the fly at Ballyhaise on the River Annalee.

Death of Dan Fay Pullabawn who was husband of Brigid T Fay NT father of PJ NT Loughduff and Sheila Kilkenny NT Crosskeys Danny and Colm Fay Pullabawn and Anne Fay Monaghan. He was brother of the well known Owen Fay former Cavan and Cavan Slasher’s star footballer. Funeral from Drumavaddy Church to the adjoining cemetery.

Nicky Smith 18 year old son of Dr Darragh and Una Smith Farnham Street and a member of Sligo Swimming Club is second fastest in the famous Irish Independent Liffey Swim. He specializes at distances from 60-100 yards and is expected to challenge for honours in the Irish Swimming Championships in Cork.

Father AB McGrath during his homily at Mass in the Cathedral urges parents to send their children to the Water Safety Week in Swellan Lake having witnessed three drownings there since he came to Cavan just ten years ago. The instructions and demonstrations were held in the worst weather for many years.

Eilish McNamara daughter of Mr and Mrs Tom McNamara Saint Patrick’s Terrace Swellan and Kathleen Fay daughter of Mr and Mrs J Fay Drumconnick set out for the USA carrying the good wishes of all in the community where they were extremely popular.

Mary O Hanlon daughter of Bill and Beezie O Hanlon is made a presentation by her colleagues in Cumainn Rinnce an Cabhan at a largely attended function in Milséan Breifne on the occasion of her departure for England.

Thirty five members of Saint Patrick’s Troop Cavan CBSI under John Donohoe Scoutmaster and Father Torlac O Reilly Chaplain set out for their annual camp in Enniscrone.

Led by the Tricolour and Cmdt Jim Scanlon D Company formerly Mid Cavan Battalion FCA set out on the annual two weeks camp to Gormanston.

Fly fishing competition on Lough Sheelin is won by Onslow Bredin with a trout weighing 4lbs 9ozs 2nd Sean Young with a trout weighing 3 lbs.

Cumainn Rinnce an Cabhain claim 2nd and 3rd places in the senior section at Oldcastle Fleadh Cheoil.

Presentation to Seamus Gilheaney of a tv set by the past and present pupils of Drumcrave National School. He was one of Cavan’s best known and most respected teachers. Native of Lower Drumreilly county Leitrim. He qualified as a teacher at the De La Salle Teacher Training College in Waterford in 1915 . He was later appointed assistant in Belturbet in September of 1915 where he stayed for two years before being appointed teacher to Keney National School where he stayed for twelve years. He was appointed Principal to Drumcrave NS in 1928. He was an outstanding teacher winning the Carlisle and Blake premium a record three times for highly efficient service. Member of Council of Education he was a prominent member of the Gaelic League founder member of Cavan Drama Festival and Cavan CBSI serving as Secretary for 16 years. Prominent member of the INTO he was President of the Cavan branch and county Cavan branch for many years. He was a playing member and Secretary of Lower Drumreilly GFC in 1909 and when in Belturbet he joined Rory O Moore’s and represented them at Cavan County Board. Chairman of Cavan County GAA Board from 1926-1933 when Cavan won their first All Ireland, he toured America with the team acting as Manager in 1934. He was again elected Chairman from 1948-1950 when Cavan figured in two All Ireland Finals winning one and their sole National League title. He was a member of the Ulster Council GAA for many years and was President from 1955-1957. He was a member of the executive council of the Central Council GAA from 1955-1958. He was also Chairman of the Ulster Council Hurling Board for many years. He was a founding member of Cavan Schools Board in 1954 and Chairman since its foundation. Paddy Donohoe Treasurer Cavan County Board presided and those to speak at the largely attended function in the Ulster Arms Hotel included Andy O Brien Father Torlac O Reilly Chaplain Cavan CBSI Josie Smith Courthouse Father Joe Young CC Killinkere Willie O Hanlon Anglo Celt Dr Jack Sullivan and Mickey O Brien.

August 5^th 1961:Paddy Conaty says that there are now 62 aerials on Council houses which will grow to 165 with the opening of the new RTE service at Christmas. He expresses grave concern at the possibility of these aerials causing wide spread damage in the event of a storm causing anything up to £300 worth of damage. The Manager in reply says that insurance can be arranged by the tenant for 12/6 per annum or the Council will charge an extra 3d per week on the rent to cover the insurance.

At Cavan Urban Council it was unanimously agreed that two members of the ICA would join the representatives from Ballyhaise Agricultural College in judging the annul garden competition in the various Council estates. While John Murray Labour deplores the fact that the public convenience in the Market Square is closed at six each evening and appeals for an extension until 10 pm during the tourist season.

Frank Conlon is pictured with a trunk which was formerly the property of Count John McCormack and which Frank purchased at a recent auction in Dublin where his was the only bid for £1.

Seats are erected at the Courthouse for the benefit mainly of the senior citizens in the community. Each seat cost £7 excluding installation.

Eddie Foster buys Gogarty’s (Harvest) 80 Upper Main Street the property of Owen Roe O Neill who carried on a butcher’s trade after John James Greene butcher for an undisclosed amount. Eddie O Gorman Main Street was Auctioneer.

Death of Mary Galligan Annagelliffe a former clerk in Cavan town. She was daughter of Mr and Mrs Michael Galligan Annagelliffe and the funeral was one of the largest and most representative ever seen in Saint Brigid’s Church Killygarry with burial in the adjoining cemetery. She is survived by her parents brothers and sisters to whom deepest sympathy is extended.

Dreadful weather conditions descend on Croagh Patrick for the climbing of the reek in which there was a record number of casualties. Bus load from the town travelled safely to and from the venue.

August 12th 1961 Muintir Na Tire annual conference and exhibitions in Saint Patrick’s College Cavan where Bishop Austin Quinn opened the week long festivities. President De Velera Taoiseach Sean Lemass and the patron of Muintir Na Tire Most Rev Dr Morris Archbishop of Cashel and Emily were some of the distinguished visitors.

The Saint Brigid Cross will be the symbol for the new RTE television station opening at Christmas. The design is by Richard F Batterworth.

Queen Elizabeth the Duke of Edinburgh and their two children Charles and Ann arrive on the Royal Yacht Britannica for a two day official state visit to Northern Ireland.

Philip McMenamin well known Saint Patrick’s College and Crosserlough footballer tops the academic stakes in the Honours list at Saint Pats scoring eight straight honours in the Leaving Certificate. It is understood that Philip will be offered a cadetship in the Irish Army which is his chosen career. Others to receive honorable mention include Emmanuel Kennedy Alan O Hanlon Micheal Smyth Tommy Monaghan Finbar O Reilly Tommy Flynn Michael Leahy Frank Farrelly and Paddy Kelly from Castletara.

Cavan District Court with Justice Lavery presiding grants an interim transfer of a seven day publican’s license from Bridget Kelly to Michael A Lynch who recently bought the premises in Bridge Street.

Cavan Fai. Yearling cattle £30-£35 two year olds £46-£53 three years olds £60-£70 shorthorns £12-£15 working horses £50-£55 ponies £30-£35 donkeys £6-£10 each bonhams £12-£14 per pair and carrying sows £28-£32-10-0.

August 19^th 1961:Experimental trout angling recommences on Annagh Lake five miles from Cavan. The lake was recently restocked with rainbow trout by Cavan Angler’s Club. On Tuesday seven fish were caught and on Wednesday nine fish were caught. All the fish were over 1 lbs weight and some were 2 lbs. Each angler is restricted to three fish in any one session. Each prospective angler will have to book times and a boat.

Irish television licenses will cost £4 while the radio license shoots up by 2/6 from the 1st of January 1961.

Drumalee beat Drung 1-4 to 0-5 in a very rough and tough encounter having led by 1-1 to 0-2 at the interval. Brendan Young Seamus Fay Oliver O Reilly were all outstanding in defence. Brian Galligan and Michael Leddy had the edge at midfield while up front Donie Fay Frankie Walsh and Willie Daly were best. Drumalee will now play the favourites Kingscourt in the County Junior Semi Final.

Mairead Flynn Delores Cartwright Veronica Ferguson Nuala Bartley Catherine Keaveney Val Mullery and Mairin Goldrick are among the success stories in the Leaving Certificate at Loreto College Cavan.

Feast of the Assumption of Our Lady. Bishop Austin Quinn celebrated 8 am Mass Father PJ McManus 10 and 11:30 am while Father PJ Gargan was the celebrant of the 7:30 Mass.

Thirty five members of the Cavan Boy Scouts are on camp in Enniscrone under Scoutmaster John Donohoe and Chaplain Father Torlac O Reilly who entertains the boys each night on the guitar around the campfire. The troop were recently visited by Commissioner Durkin from Ballyhaunis county Mayo and members of the recently formed Ballina troop.

Sean Walsh swims from Warrenpoint to Carlingford both ways-a distance of 10 miles. He was in the water for over 7 hours.

August 26^th 1961 Auction at Annagh Abbey House property of the late Joe Kelly realises over £4,000 where two small bureaux desks in black and green Chinese lacquer sold for £850 to Louis Cohen Kenilworth Square London, small writing desk fetched £115 from Johnston Dillon Dublin two half moon tables to Mr Toner Rathgar for £50 while private collection of paintings fetched £190. PJ O Reilly from Milltown was Auctioneer while George V Maloney Solicitor had carriage.

Michael Hilliard Minister for Posts and Telegraphs announces that RTE will commence transmitting 405/625 line television from January 1st 1962 with transmitters on Mount Leinster county Carlow Mullaghanish county Cork and Truskmore county Sligo all built by engineers and technicians from Pye Ireland Dundrum Dublin.

County Manager Dermot McCarthy announces that HE Smith nee McKenna a radiographer at Cavan’s Surgical Hospital will be paid £280 which is 7/12 of her pension on the occasion of her retirement to marry Michael Smith Ambulance Driver Saint Phelim’s Hospital Cavan.

Legendary song writer Mai Higgins pays tribute to Sean McManus and his manager Pat Smith . Sean who is proprietor of the ‘Central Café’ has recently recorded one of May’s compositions ‘The Ballad of John Kennedy’. Mai has also composed ‘Beautiful Bundoran’ ‘Moonlight in Mayo’ and ‘My Dublin Bay’

Ballinagh will play Crosserlough in the Senior County Final while Castlerahan will play Cornafean in the Minor Final. Bailieborough and Ballinagh qualified for the 1960 Final which still remains unplayed.

Hugh Byrne MA President of the GAA unveils a memorial in Cullies cemetery to the late Terry Coyle who died prematurely in 1944 at the age of 32. He was the first native Cavan town man to win an All Ireland medal in 1933 and would have collected a second in 1935 but for illness. He toured America with the Cavan team in 1934 when Seamus Gilheaney was Manger of the party. He won Junior and Senior Championship medals with Cavan Slashers and was a regular on the Ulster Railway Cup team of 1933-1935. The stone was blessed by Father Joe Dolan Adm. Relatives in attendance included James and Charles Coyle brothers Margaret Smith Mrs M McCann and E Keating Dublin. Wreaths were laid on the grave by Hughie O Reilly on behalf of the Cavan All Ireland winning team Paddy Conaty on behalf of Cavan Slashers and Paddy O Reilly Athbara on behalf of Cavan County Committee of the GAA.

Death of Frederick J Mulligan Drumgola. Extensive farmer in the area he was universally popular and was highly respected over a wide area. He is survived by his wife and young family brothers and sisters. There was a large and representative attendance at the funeral which took place from Castletara Church to the adjoining cemetery.

EJ Burke (Jim) is appointed Land Steward for Cavan and Monaghan Medical Hospital Board. Educated at Ballyhaise Agricultural College where he has been farm manager since January. Jim is a native of county Longford.

Michael Burns 27 Tullac Mongan finds an exhausted carrier pigeon in Breffni Park.

Railway sleepers fetch six to eight shillings each at Auction in Cavan Railway Station.

Death of Eileen Brady Corawelis wife of Patrick at the age of only 35. Member of well known Ballyconnell family she was a nurse in Cavan’s Surgical Hospital up to her marriage six years ago. Her brother Richard Caffrey was killed in accident only six weeks ago. Survived by her husband five young children parents brothers and sisters. She was sister in law of Rev Father J Brady CSSP Nigeria. Father Patrick J Corrigan officiated at the funeral from Saint Matthews Church Drumavaddy to the adjoining cemetery.

September 2^nd 1961 Grave power crisis at ESB as their electricians decide to strike again. Minister for Industry and Commerce in crisis talks with Unions.

Butlersbridge Carnival will take place from Sunday 17th September to 8th October 1961 with a free draw on admission ticket for £50 on final night. The star studded line up over fourteen dances in the super 5,000 square foot marquee includes Ken Brown Eugene Leddy The Mighty Avons Blue Aces Showband Waterford Maurice Mulcahy Victor Sylvester Donie Collins and the local Saint Aidan’s Ceilidhe Band.

Crosserlough champions in 1958 defeat Ballinagh to win the Cavan Senior Championship 2-3 to 2-2 where Donal Crowe is pictured in action for Ballinagh in a tussle with Pauric Boyle near the Ballinagh goal. Cornafean beat Castlerahan 2-5 to 2-3 to win the County Minor Championship with John Johnston Cavan Gaels referee.

Ethna Clarke Thomascourt Cavan is pictured with her father’s horses which won the Champion Heavy Horse and Reserve at Oldcastle Show.

Death of the highly popular and well known Thomas Cullivan Wolfe Tone Street at Saint Phelim’s Hospital. Long time member of Cavan UDC he was an extremely able administrator. He is survived by his wife sons daughters. The funeral from the Cathedral of Saints Patrick and Felim was the largest seen fro many months and burial later took place in Saint Brigid’s cemetery Killygarry.

Death of the legendary Alexander McCaffrey ‘Alex Dixie Dean’ Mitchell Street. He was one of Cavan’s best known soccer players being star goal scorer for the old Cavan Slashers FC. He later starred with a variety of clubs in England and was extremely well known centre forward with a song composed about his exploits “he has a brother John but he is only coming on but he will never be another Dixie Dean”. Survived by his brothers sisters relatives and many friends. There was a large and representative attendance at the funeral from the Cathedral to Cullies cemetery.

Miss M Conaty who has been appointed to an important permanent position in hotel business in Hertfordshire England is presently home on holidays.

Ann Sullivan 1 Church Street receives her SRN at Saint Anthony’s Hospital Cheam Surrey.

Death of James Dunne (College Street) in Motherwell. Former Head Waiter in the Farnham Hotel. Grand uncle of Tony Dunne Anglo Celt.

September 9th 1961 Vincent Dunne College Street is on holiday with his nephew Brendan in Saint Felim’s Place. He emigrated to the USA thirty three years ago and this is his first visit home. He won two Ulster Senior Championship medals with Cavan and later one with Monaghan. He is also the holder of a number of American Championship medals with New York in 1922 1924 1925 1927 and 1928. Before emigrating to America Vincent was a well known highly popular postman attached to Cavan Post Office.

Cavan Show will take place on Wednesday the 5th September with Dave Dixon from Clones supplying the music at the annual dance in the Town Hall on Show night.

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September 16^th 1961 The General Election will take place on Thursday October 4th while the 17th Dail will reassemble on the 11th October 1961.

Worst crash in Irish aviation history when American DC 4 crashes on take off from Shannon en route to Gander New York following refueling. Crashed into the swollen Shannon estuary in the dark of night. All 77 passengers and crew perish mostly American and Germans on their way from Dusseldorf to Chicago. The debris was spread over an area of 500 yards. One young woman survived the impact but died just four hours later from her injuries.

Mullahoran and Kingscourt draw in bumper Junior Championship Final with 2,337 in attendance paying gate receipts of £287 at Breffni Park.

Cavan Musical Society at their annual general meeting decide to stage Gilbert and Sullivan’s ‘Patience’ in the Town Hall during the Cavan At Home Week at Christmas. Chairman Father ABC McGrath Secretary Phyllis Smith Assistant Secretary Danny O Kelly Treasurer Sean Bergin and Producer Phil Cullivan.

Record prices at Cavan fair with all lots offered for sale snapped up. Yearlings £30-£35 two year olds £45-£50 three years £55-£65 milch cows £45-£50 springers £60-£75 whitehead bull calves £20-£22 shorthorns £5-£12 working horses £50-£55 ponies £25-£30 donkeys £5-£8 each bonhams £10-£12 per pair carrying sows £35-£37.

Surgeon Bertie Cullen and Johnny Donohoe represent Ulster in interprovincial at Lough Melvin with the prizes presented at a gala dinner in the Central Hotel Bundoran. Surgeon Cullen qualified for the Irish team to compete at international competition on Lough Leevin Scotland virtue of his catch of three trout weighing 3 lbs 7 ozs. He was first capped in 1955.

September 23^rd 1961 Cavan in the eye of Hurricane Debbie as it sweeps through at wind speeds in excess of 100 mph leaving in its trail devastation and destruction. Four generations of one family wiped out as they made their way home from Saint Phelim’s Hospital at Brady’s Lane Potahee at 12:50 pm when a tree fell on the car in which they were travelling. The dead are named as Kathleen Keogan widow Drumbrucklis Carrigan Ballinagh her two daughters Margaret Hyland Wateraughey Corlesmore Ellen Keogan a nurse at Saint Davnett’s and the driver of the car and one week old Kathleen Patricia Hyland who was born in Saint Phelim’s Hospital just one week ago. They were travelling in a A35 Austin car from Cavan to Wateraughey but had to divert because of falling debris along the route. Dr Jack Sullivan Cavan Father Michael Gilbride who administered the Last Rites Ned Gavin cooper Ballinagh Sergeant Thomas Tully Ballinagh Barney Brady Potahee were quickly on the scene and alerted Cavan Fire Brigade. Ned Gavin heroically took charge of releasing the huge tree that had smashed into the car without causing any further damage or injury. P Corr Legaginny led all present in reciting a decade of the rosary. Meanwhile more drama as the ambulance arrives from Cavan’s Surgical Hospital with Nurse Kathleen Keogan on board who is startled and shocked to discover that her mother and two sisters as well as her new niece are the victims of this dreadful tragedy.. Mrs Hyland is survived by her husband Terry and three young sons the eldest of whom is just four.

Kingscourt with their craft and combination beat Mullahoran 1-7 to 0-8 in the replay of the Cavan Junior Championship Final at Breffni Park. 1,973 spectators paid £283 to watch the spectacle with Kingscourt leading at the interval 1-4 to 0-3.

Cavan postulants Patrick Brendan Smith Creighan Brother Marius Matthew McKiernan Owen Roe Brother Baptist take the habit at Franciscan Monastery Annaghdown Galway.

Cmdt P Cahalane formerly of Cavan Military Barracks becomes the 26th prisoner taken by the Katanganese where he is serving with the United Nations in the Congo.

Cavan Bridge N/S Mr and Mrs Cyril Arnold tie with George V Maloney Junior and P Mansfield E/W Maureen McDonald and Surgeon PD Maloney.

The inquest into the deaths of the four Ballinagh people killed when a tree fell on their car at Potahee return a verdict in accordance with the evidence with Coroner Paddy Cusack and foreman Michael Young extending deepest sympathy with the relatives of the Keogan and Hyland families.

September 30^th 1961 Due to emigration and other factors the electorate in Cavan is now down to 68,278 with only three seats to contest there are fourteen candidates. There are now only 143 Dail seats which is three fewer than last time with Ceann Comhairle P Hogan automatically returned.

Down win their second successive All Ireland title beating Offaly 3-6 to 2-8 in a tough tense no frills encounter at Croke Park before an enormous record attendance of 90,566. Scrappy game allowed to deteriorate by Cavan and Ballybay referee Liam Maguire who must share a large slice of the blame for the poor tough rugged affair devoid of spectacle or thrill where Down gave away two early soft goals but were much the better team heading off their rivals at the final whistle. The burly energetic James McCartan was Man of the Match giving a display of football seldom seen at headquarters and scoring one of the great All Ireland goals that will live in people’s memory forever. He gave a constant supply to his forwards but stars such as Paddy Doherty and Sean O Neill were not at their best in the rugged affair. Down led by 3-3 to 2-3 at the interval. Down Eamon McKay George Lavery Leo Murphy Pat Rice Patsy O Hagan Dan McCartan John Smith Jarlath Carey Joe Lennon Sean O Neill James McCartan Paddy Doherty captain Tony Hadden PJ McElroy and Brian Morgan. Subs Kevin O Neill for Pat Rice and Pat Rice for George Lavery.

Vera Brady’s fashion show with models from the Miriam Woodbyrne Agency modeling day and evening wear draws a capacity appreciative audience to Cavan Town Hall. The highlight of the evening was the display of wedding wear. Full length ball gowns now in vogue, all in different shades of green with the customary fur trimming. Maeve Elliott and Mary Hannigan were the children mannequins and each time they appeared they received warm applause.

Sean McCabe from Behey a waiter on the luxury liner the ‘Canberra’ is featured on the UTV travel programme detailing its recent 22,000 mile cruise lasting three months. The cruise went through two winters and two summers during its three month trip from Belfast.

Death of James Dunne late of College Street in Aberdeen. He was a very popular and most efficient waiter in the old Farnham Hotel. He was the eldest of the old and highly respected Dunne family Saint Mary’s Terrace.. He left Cavan to manage the famous Donaghdee Hotel where he remained for many years. He was brother of Mrs John Brennan England and Vincent Dunne late Cavan Post Office who has just returned to America after spending a month’s holiday with his nephew Brendan Cavan Anglo Celt and Saint Felim’s Place. Predeceased by his wife he is survived by his two daughters and two sons.

Philip McDonald son of Mrs McDonald and the late Philip McDonald Tower Hamlet Cavan is appointed General Manager of Queen’s Cork owned by the retail and wholesale giant M/S T Lyons and Company Cork. He served his time with JJ Nicholl Limited Dublin before taking up a position as Assistant Manager Roche’s Stores Limerick. He was later appointed manager of Grannock and Company Limerick where he had the distinction of being one of the youngest company managers in Ireland.

Anne Sullivan daughter of Mrs Sullivan and the late Bernard 1 Church Street qualifies as a State Registered Nurse at Saint Anthony’s Hospital Cheam Surrey England.

State of the parties as the Celt goes to press in the early hours of Friday morning. Fianna Fail 50 Fine Gael 36 Labour 14 Independents 4 National Progressive Democrats 2.

Thomas A Finlay Senior Counsel is called to the inner Bar of the Supreme Court. He is son of the late TA Finlay SC TD and a grandson of Mrs Finlay Killynebber. He is a brother of William Finlay SC and nephew of Eileen Maloney Tower Hamlet Cavan.

In September there were 20 rainy days with 4.34 inches of rain falling the heaviest being on the 15th September when 1.07 inches fell.

Death of William Acheson Aughaconey Ballinagh. He was a very well known member of the organizing committee of Cavan Show and acted as a judge in the cattle section. Survived by his wife Matilda. Funeral from Ballintemple Parish Church to the adjoining cemetery.

Father ABC McGrath Diocesan Director of Music announces that four choirs of the Diocese will participate at the Solemn High Mass to mark the opening of the 1962 celebration. Competitions will be held in both the Poor Clare Convent and the De La Salle School with certificates awarded in each grade.

Marcella McDonald MSSC Tower Hamlet Department of Social and Preventive Medicine is appointed to Saint John of God’s Hospital Stillorgan. Educated in both Ireland and the USA, she has pioneered new methods in mental health. She is daughter of Mrs McDonald and the late Philip McDonald Tower Hamlet Cavan.

Cavan Bridge Club N/S P D Maloney and Gerry P Hunt E/W Maureen Hunt and Joan O Hanlon.

October 7^th 1961 Drama at the count in Cavan as Returning Officer PJ McDwyer ejects a person believed to be a Press reporter from the count in Cavan Courthouse as the person was smoking a cigarette. He had to call in the Garda to assist in excluding the guilty party.

The total valid poll in Cavan for the three seat constituency was 27.819 the quota was 6,955. First count Paddy Smith Fianna Fail 9.032 elected Paddy O Reilly Fine Gael 5,431 later elected John Tully Clann Na Poblachta 4,683 Seamus Dolan Fianna Fail 4,658 later elected Patrick Duffy Sinn Fein 2,153 John McGovern Fine Gael 1.862 . Paddy Smith Seamus Dolan and Paddy O Reilly Murmod Virginia elected. The big story was the election of Senator Seamus Dolan a native of Blacklion and a teacher in Killeshandra. Member of Cavan County Council and Seanad Eireann replacing Mick Sheridan from Ballinagh on the Fianna Fail ticket and being elected to Dail Eireann for the first time. He replaces the legendary John Tully Clann Na Poblacht TD since 1949 who lost out by 261 votes.

October 14^th 1961 Sean Lemass is elected Taoiseach by the 17th Dail while his son in law Charles J Haughey replaces Oscar Traynor as Minister for Justice. Cabinet Sean McEntee Tanaiste and Minister for Health Dr Ryan Minister for Finance Frank Aiken External Affairs Paddy Smith Agriculture Jack Lynch Industry and Commerce Erskine Childers Transport and Power Neil Blayney Local Government Michael Moran Lands and the Gaeltacht Dr Paddy Hillery Education and Charlie Haughey Justice.

Helen Gaffney eldest daughter of Patrick and Mrs Gaffney Latt is conferred with her B.Sc degree at UCD where she took her degree with 1st class honours and was awarded a grant of £600 per annum to study for a doctorate at UCD. Helen was educated at Drumcrave National School and Saint Louis Convent Monaghan.

Jesuits conducting the segregated Missions for men and women in all churches in the Parish.

Cavan CYMS celebrate their silver jubilee in their new premises in the Hut, President Charlie Leddy Vice President H Carthy Secretary Kieran Cullivan Treasurer Larry Clarke Committee Eamon Malone Jim Fay Frank Fitzpatrick Tony Higgins and Paddy O Reilly. Chaplain Father PJ Gargan CC.

Death of Georgina Frances Conn sister of Sadie Morris Church Street. She was proprietor with her husband of the Conn Malting House Portadown. Survived by her husband R J Conn. Funeral from Drumcree Parish Church Portadown to Drumcree Church yard.

Big attendance at Apostolic Worker’s Exhibition in the Conference Room Cathedral. Among the recipients of vestments were Father Joe Dolan Adm Father O Reilly Maynooth Mission to China Dalgan Park Navan and Very Rev C Smith Vicar General Saint Patrick’s Missionary Society Kiltegan county Wicklow.

Miss Ryan is appointed District Nurse at Cavan Dispensary.

Cavan Bridge Club 1962 President Surgeon Bertie Cullen Captain Rev Father Sean O’ Reilly Saint Patrick’s College Secretary Kathleen Sullivan Treasurer Maureen McDonald Committee PD Maloney Dermot Morgan JP Mansfield C Arnold Jim Leonard.

Cavan Darts Club meet at the ‘Old Mill’ Bar 62 Main Street.

Gallowglass Ceilidhe band appear in the Sport’s Centre and simultaneously on UTV. Tony O Dowd from Saint Phelim’s Place is the outstanding accordionist with the band. He is 19 year old son of Mr and Mrs Terry O Dowd Cavan.

The fair. Demand was good and prices held up. Yearlings £30-£33 two year old cattle £48-£52 three year old £55-£60. Milch cows £45-£50 springers £55-£65 whitehead calves £14-£18 working horses £45-£50 colts and fillies £45-£50 ponies £30-£35 knackers £45-£55 donkeys £8-£12 bonhams £8-£10 a pair.

Ethna McGovern and Mary McGoldrick are the producers of the outstanding musical in the Poor Clare Convent hall which is packed to capacity for each performance.

October 21^st 1961 Mary McGovern 77 Church Street is made a presentation on the occasion of her retirement from Cavan Post Office after a distinguished service of forty one years. Pictured are Eddie Moore Postman Mrs JJ Norry Bill Galvin Peter Leddy Annie Brady Telephone Supervisor Mr Leahy Postmaster who made the presentation Leo McGrath Tommy Hughes Overseer Mrs Josephine Sheridan Sub Postmistress JJ Norry and P McGoldrick Overseer Cavan Post Office.

“Smyth’s 60 Main Street Cavan Phone 88 Main Hoover Agents. Ask for a demonstration”

Death of Sue Coyle Farnham Street daughter of the late Mr and Mrs Peter Marron Publican’s Connolly Street. She was a member of an old distinguished Cavan family. She returned from New Jersey where she lived most of her life just over twelve months ago and returned to live in her native Cavan. Predeceased by her husband Michael Coyle a native of Castleblayney. Funeral was well and representatively attended in the Cathedral of Saints Patrick and Felim to Cullies cemetery.

Father Joe Dolan Adm officiates at the annual visitation to Killygarry cemetery where all the plots were tastefully tidied up and decorated for the occasion. Father PJ Gargan and Father John Moore Erskine Terrace assisted Father Dolan in imparting Benediction in the Church of Saint Brigid after the rosary was recited outdoors.

Death of Patrick O Gorman Drumalee at the age of only forty. Native of Ballyhaise. He is survived by his wife Ellen son John and daughter Margaret mother brothers and sisters. The funeral from the Cathedral of Saints Patrick and Felim was large and representative with burial later in Cullies cemetery.

Surgeon PD Maloney Cavan and Rear Admiral F Hunt London brother of Gerry Hunt Dentist Cavan are 3rd in the Irish Open Pairs Championship in the Royal Marine Hotel Dun Laoghaire. Competitors from all over the world took part.

Cavan branch INTO make a presentation to Seamus Gilheaney Drumcrave and Mrs Larkin and Mrs Mulligan Ballyhaise who have all recently retired from teaching.

October 28^th 1961 Cavan Rugby club beat Armagh at Saint Phelim’s Place 6-3 with tries from Michael Rafferty and Sean Woods. They now play Lurgan in the 1st Round of the Ulster Junior Cup in Lurgan on Saturday. Panel A Morris C Shakelton S Lacey Sean Woods J Smith Dessie Maguire M Tolan D Harrington Ken Morris Michael Rafferty Sean McSherry George Pratt Norman Moore P Faren M Browne K McKay Derek Johnston M Johnston and Dr O Brien.

Bishop Austin Quinn attends the closing of the women’s mission in the Cathedral of Saints Patrick and Felim and imparts Benediction. Men’s mission now on in Killygarry and the Cathedral with early Mass evening sermon and devotions etc.

Cavan Bridge Club N/S PD Maloney and Gerry Hunt E/W Kathleen Sullivan and Dermot Morgan.

Events at Cavan Parochial week include variety show fashion show whist drive Des Jenkins and his Orchestra children’s concert Eugene Leddy and his Ceilidhe Band. Sale of work and an Irish concert with guest artiste recording star Maisie McDaniel.

November 4^th 1961 Cavan are well beaten by Lurgan in the 1st round of the Ulster Junior Cup losing by four tries to no score. Lurgan led by 6-0 at the interval having scored two unconverted tries. Cavan now play Royal Vikings on Saturday.

Bishop Quinn again imparts the Papal Blessing and Benediction at the close of the men’s mission in the Cathedral. Among the attendance was Patrick Packie Carroll 61College Street who earlier on Sunday received Holy Communion at the early Mission Mass. Packie who was a very well known highly respected pig dealer was tragically killed while driving a lorry on the main Dundalk Carrickmacross road. He leaves a wife Ellen sons Patrick J Sean ‘Dag’ and Martin two daughters Pauline and Maureen. There was a large crowd at the removal of the remains from Louth County Hospital Dundalk and the funeral was met on the outskirts of the town by a huge crowd who accompanied the cortege to the Cathedral of Saints Patrick and Felim. The Cathedral was packed to capacity for the funeral Mass celebrated by Father ABC McGrath with burial in Saint Brigid’s cemetery Killygarry.

Death of Catherine Tully at the residence of her son Michael Farnham Hotel. She was widow of Matthew Tully Imperial Hotel Newry. She was daughter of Mr and Mrs M Lally Balla county Mayo and earlier worked in the Grand Central Hotel in Belfast. There was a large and representative attendance at the funeral Mass in the Cathedral with burial later in Saint Mary’s cemetery Newry. Father PJ Gargan CC Cavan officiated.

Death of Michael Reilly 12 College Street. Native of Belturbet he had a deep interest in the fortunes of the Cavan team and was a playing member of Drumlane Sons of O Connell. He was a gardener in the Farnham Hotel and was known for the excellence of his produce and crops. He is survived by his wife four sons and one daughter. Two of his sons Michael and Patrick flew home from New York for the funeral while two other members of the family flew home from England.

Maurice Jackson pulls off another massive deal with CIE supplying 55 De Luxe Anglia cars one Consul and one Anglia Estate . The deal is worth £30,600 and involves trade ins of fifty second hand cars which will be completely refurbished before being put on sale to the general public. In 1952 Maurice sold CIE thirty five new cars.

PD Maloney and Gerry Hunt are 3rd in the Connaught Open Bridge tournament in the Columban Club Sligo.

Feast of Christ the King 7 am mission Mass Rev Prendergast SJ 8 am Rev H Brennan SJ the 10 o clock children’s Mass was celebrated by Father Joe Dolan Adm.

November 11^th 1961 Cavan Urban District Council acquire the adjoining tennis courts from Lord Farnham on a 999 year lease at ground rent of £15 per annum until 2907 similar to the deal for the Town Hall dated 1st May 1908.

“ All debts due t the estate of Frank Tweedy for grazing lettings tillage of meadows are now payable to RC Faris Solicitor 31 Molesworth Street Dublin”

Maeve Elliott and Mary Hannigan are the youthful stars at the Vera Brady Fashion Show in the Town Hall. Miriam Woodbyrne Agency modelled a delightful collection of both day and evening wear.

Sixty eight nations are represented in Rome for the 80th birthday celebrations of Pope John XXIII. He was carried in shoulder high on Papal chair for Solemn High Mass on Sunday as 15,000 Romans waited to greet him later in Saint Peter’s Square. He was elected Pope on November 4th 1958. He was born in Sotto Il Monet North Italy on November 25th 1881.

Death of Patrick Lee 13 Owen Roe Terrace. In his early days he worked on the Farnham Estate and was the driver of the famous Farnham wagonette used to convey flowers and vegetables to the markets. He later worked with Boylan’s stage coaches in Upper Main Street driving a side car. He was an outstanding playing member of Cavan Slashers and Cavan reputed to “being the outstanding full back of his era”. Survived by his wife son daughter and sister. There was a large and representative attendance at the funeral in the Cathedral of Saints Patrick and Felim with burial later in Cullies cemetery.

Father Joe Dolan Adm and Father PJ Gargan officiate at the visitation to Cullies cemetery where all the plot holders were complimented for the tidy and attractive appearance of the cemetery. The huge attendance all joined in saying the Rosary and prayers for the dead.

Gramophone recital this week will take place in 23 Farnham Street as the Farnham Hotel is not available. The recital will be given by Kathleen Brady Town Hall Street.

Cavan Bridge Club N/S Joan O Hanlon and John Marron E/W Mrs Cyril Arnold and George V Maloney junior.

After a lengthy debate the Town Engineer Paddy Gaffney was asked by Cavan UDC to draw up a plan to integrate the newly acquired tennis courts into the Town Hall site.

November 18^th 1961 6 ½ % National Loan to raise £17.50 million. Dr Ryan Minister Finance points out that this is worth £6-3-8 per annum for every £100 invested.

Death of Elizabeth Lil Byrnes nee McConnell Fairtown and New York after a short illness at Saint Phelim’s Hospital at the age of 75. She was second eldest child of Mr and Mrs Frank McConnell Fairtown. Emigrated to the USA before she was 20 and married Robert Byrnes who was a grand uncle of Mrs Robert Kennedy the present United States Attorney General. When ill she was visited by Mrs Liam Cuffe and her sister Mrs M McCooey New York both sisters of Mrs Kennedy. Survived by her brother Jack Ashe Street County Cavan Registrar of the GAA sister Brigid Fairtown sisters in law nephews nieces and friends in USA and Ireland .Remains flown out of Dublin Airport with burial in the USA on the 14th November 1961.

Establishment of Cavan Industrial Development Association. All proposals to B Bonzar Cavan Industrial Association for consideration and possible finance.

Capacity attendance at Cavan Parochial concert in the Town Hall with Mel Doherty Maisie McDaniel Noel Strange Seamus and Sile bean De Faoite and Tom Hickey as MC.

Amongst the guests at the annual Royal School Past Pupils Union in the Headfort Arms were headmaster John and Mrs Anderson Mervyn Johnston Senator John C Cole Venerable Archdeacon Shire Jimmy Dawson Treasurer Keadue Lodge and Bob and Mrs Peace Adams.

“Big selection of long playing records on sale at Smyth’s 60 Main Street Cavan Phone Cavan 88”.

Cavan Cattle Mart reopens with sale of tested cattle only. Blue cards must accompany all entries. All enquires to Ivan Black Church Street Cavan.

Death of Mrs Bridget Smith wife of Eugene Smith at her residence Crubany Cavan. A woman of great Christian virtue she was known for her hospitality and kindness over a wide area. Saint Brigid’s church Killygarry was packed to capacity for the funeral Mass with burial later in the adjoining cemetery.

November 25^th 1961 Hugh Gough Secretary and driving force behind Cavan Tourist Association reports that the increasing numbers of visiting anglers from Britain spent over £10,000 in Cavan during the last twelve months. In a detailed report to the annual general meeting in the Courthouse Hugh reports that there are over 3.5 million anglers in the United Kingdom and Cavan is an angler’s delight. John Bonsar replaced Maureen McDonald as Chairman with Maureen taking over as Vice Chair General Secretary Hugh Gough Treasurer John McGinnity.

Non stop bus service to run once a day from Cavan Bus Office to Bus Arus Amiens Street Dublin with a rather steep one way introductory fare of 15/9. The 34 seater CIE express service with no stops will leave Cavan at 9:10 and arrive in Bus Arus Dublin at 11:10. All tickets are presold as there is no conductor on the express.

Saint Patrick’s College give notice of their intention to retain their McRory Cup by defeating Saint Patrick’s Academy Dungannon 2-17 to 0-1 at Saint Patrick’s College Cavan. Saint Pat’s led by 1-10 to 0-1 at the interval. Team Paddy Lyons Junior Dowd Jimmy Stafford Peter Pritchard J McKenna Ray Dunne Patrick Gaffney Ray Carolan Brian Kennedy Tom Sheridan Joe Leydon Philip Fitzsimmons Noel Brady Paddy Dolan Michal Fagan. Referee Rev Brother Cyril Cavan.

Cavan Anglers’ Club 1961 Jackson Cup Sean Young Leslie Kennedy Cup PJ Lee Kennedy Cup Mick Crosby.

Pictured at Loreto College Cavan Past Pupils Union annual dinner in the Farnham Hotel Kathleen Murray Lauri McConnell Secretary Rita Kenny President Kathleen Kenny Vice President Miss McCabe Mrs McDwyer Belturbet Rosemary Power and Maura Baxter.

Cavan At Home Week 1962 President Father Joe Dolan Adm Chairman Seamus De Faoite Secretary Sheila McGinnity Treasurer TM Gilroy Committee Father PJ Gargan Father Torlac O Reilly Danny O Kelly Bridie Galligan Sean Bergin.

Death of Jack Fay former member of the outdoor staff Cavan UDC in Swindon at the age of 60. Emigrated to England 20 years ago having spent 23 years with Cavan UDC. Member of the British army for the duration of World War 2. He saw action all over Europe and was in the advance party following D Day on the march to Berlin. He died suddenly while at work in Swindon. Survived by his wife one daughter brothers and sisters.

PJ O Reilly Milltown announces the sale of two farms of land. The farm of the late Edward Gould fetching £4,000 from a Westmeath purchaser of the land in Milltown. Paddy O Reilly Killynebber purchased the lands of the late Lavelle estate at Killynebber adjoining the lake shore for £750. Des Tweedy Auctioneer who recently took over the practice of his late father Frank has sold the lands of Thomas Connolly Ballinagh to William Kelly Clonlohan for £3,750.

December 2^nd 1961 Reggie McMahon Swellan Upper and a native of Clones retires as Inspector Irish Insurance Company to take over the County Hotel which he recently purchased from Freddie W Swan. Reggie joined the Company in 1928 and will open the County Hotel following major renovations on December 1st 1961.

Cavan Bridge N/S Maureen McDonald and Tom Hickey E/W Liam Bogue and Mattie Corcoran.

Sean Og Flood from Dundalk is appointed Sales Rep Cavan Ballybay and Clones with the ESB. Sean Og is a member of Dundalk Young Ireland’s and won a Leinster Senior Championship medal with Louth in 1958 and represented Leinster in the Railway Cup in 1958 and 1959. Controversially demoted to the sub’s bench in 1960. He is seven years with the ESB and is well known and highly popular in the Cavan area.

Death in Dublin of Philip Murray at the age of 40. He was son of Thomas Murray long time Labour member of Cavan UDC. Survived in Cavan by his brother John Cavan UDC 10 Tullac Mongan and Mrs F McKiernan.

Maureen McDonald Church Street a graduate of UCD and a former personnel manager in the Imperial Tobacco Company and a member of the Institute of Personal Management is appointed Irish representative for the recruitment of staff for diplomatic households and families throughout the world. The head office of the company is based in Hertfordshire England.

Cavan Gaels acquire the clubrooms formerly occupied by Crubany later Cavan Harps in the Market Square.

December 9^th 1961 The £28,000 plan for the complete refurbishment and extension of the Town Hall is unveiled by Cavan Town Engineer Paddy Gaffney to Cavan UDC receiving a mixed reaction. At the outset the County Manager pointed out that Cavan was not a seaside town and therefore would not be grant aided for this project. Maurice Jackson sums up the conservative nature of the Council when he points out that “if we go ahead with this project it will put a further 7/- on the rates and we will be run out of the town”! A decision was deferred to the next meeting with most of the members expressing the view that something less ambitious might be more acceptable.

Bit of glamour hits town as three continuity announcers for the new RTE service due to go on air next month start a whistle stop tour of ten counties. Kathleen Watkins Saggart county Dublin Nuala Donnolly Stillorgan and Marie Sullivan Blackrock visit Ballyhaise Agricultural College as part of the RTE programme ‘meet the people’ which will be screened by the new broadcaster on New Year’s day.

Nikita Khrushchev becomes the first Russian Premier to greet Pope John XXIII on the occasion of his birthday as diplomatic relations between the Holy See and Russia continue to improve.

Reginald Wise Russell Road London wins the Irish Whiskey Distiller’s Cup for the heavies bream weighing 8 lbs 9 ¾ ozs caught on the River Annalee near Cavan in July 1961. The competition was run in conjunction with Bord Failte.

Rev EC Hedges former Bishop of Limerick will be the preacher at the celebrations to mark the 350th anniversary of the first Headmaster of the Royal School Cavan in 1611 at Cavan Parish Church. There will be a collection for the Adelaide Hospital.

Cavan Bridge N/S Gerry Hunt and Tommy McCormick E/W Dr Bertie Cullen and Owen McGovern NT.

Sympathy is extended to Paddy Molloy Telephonist Cavan Post Office on the death of his father Mr Michael Molloy in Ennistymon county Clare.

John Nulty Tierquin is pictured taking delivery of a new Ferguson 203 industrial digger and loader from Terry O Dowd Sales Manager Smith’s Garage Cavan. The digger is suitable for all drainage work.

December 16^th 1961 Captain Edward Cassidy Fermanagh Street Clones is appointed to the board of CIE. Captain Cassidy is a member of Clones Urban Council Monaghan County Council Agricultural Wages Board Monaghan VEC Chairman of Ernetex Limited President Clones Chamber of Commerce. He is a native of Roslea county Fermanagh.

Thomas J Fitzpatrick is elected to the Senad on the Administrative panel. Tom is a very well known Solicitor in Cavan and Fine Gael Chairman of Cavan Urban Council.

John C Cole extensive farmer Tullyhumphey Redhills is nominated to the new Senad by an Taoiseach Sean Lemass. He is a member of Cavan County Council and was Taoiseach’s nominee in the last Senate.

Father Bob McCabe the new President of Saint Patrick’s College pays tribute to his predecessor Father Patrick Gaffney at the annual dinner of Saint Patrick’s College Past Pupil’s Union “who has left the playing fields of Cullies for the fresh pastures of Crosserlough as Parish Priest”. During his time as President he provided the new playing pitch new kitchen and refectory facilities new organ in the Church and extended the dormitory accommodation. He raised the academic standards in the College where twice the number of candidates are now getting honours in the State exams. The dinner was attended by over eighty guests including the guest of honour Bishop Austin Quinn in the Park Hotel Virginia. Among the distinguished attendance was Tommy M Gilroy Secretary Treasurer Father Pat Brady Dr Charles O Reilly Granard President Michael Neary Vice President members of the committee included Phil Cullivan Patrick McDonald and Con P Smith.

Packed Cavan Parish Church honour the memory of John Robinson who was appointed the first Headmaster of the Royal School on the 5th October 1611 by the Lord Deputy and Plantation Commissioners. There were five schools approved and founded all known as the Ulster Royal Schools. Armagh Enniskillen Dungannon Raphoe and Cavan. The Royal School in Cavan enjoys a great reputation for culture and academic achievement.

Death of Thomas Smith Stragella at Saint Phelim’s Hospital Cavan at the age of 80.Long time member of Drumcrave Fife and Drum band. He was a well known figure in Cavan being on the staff of Brady’s ‘The Old Globe’ hotel. Deeply and deservedly regretted by his sorrowing sons daughters and brothers family relatives and many friends. Saint Brigid’s Church Killygarry was packed to capacity for the funeral Mass with burial in the adjoining cemetery.

“ Rebuilt tractor plough and trailer only £599 with three years to pay. Chance of a lifetime mechanical farming at a price even the smallest farmer can afford. Write call or phone Smith’s Garage Cavan 69”

Saint Patrick’s College favourites to retain their McRory Cup title are rocked by 1-12 to 1-10 defeat to old rivals Abbey CBS in Newry. Cavan must now beat Saint McCartan’s Monaghan in their last fixture to qualify for the final in which they will meet Abbey CBS Newry who qualify virtue of their victory. Saint Pat’s led by 0-8 to 0-6 at half time. Val Kane was the star for the Newry College creating all sorts of havoc for the Cavan defence. Scorers for Saint Patrick’s Michael Fegan 0-5 Joe Leydon 1-1 Philip Fitzsimmons 0-2 Raymond Carolan and Brian Kennedy 0-1 each.

Death of Margaret ‘Peggy’ Gannon in New York. She was widow of Thomas A Gannon formerly Erskine House Cavan and sister in law of the late ‘Bobby’ O Hanlon wife of the late John F Managing Director Anglo Celt and Betty Gannon Main Street. Thomas Gannon was son of the late John Gannon Chairman Cavan Town Commissioners 1880 . She leaves two sons two daughters grandchildren and great grandchildren.

Market Hen turkeys 2/9 cocks 2/3 per lb geese 1/6 per lb chickens 1/3 to 1/6 per lb.

Cavan Bridge N/S Mrs Cyril Arnold and John Marron E/W Dr McQuade and George V Maloney.

Gramophone recital will be given by Father Bob McCabe Saint Patrick’s College in the Farnham Hotel.

Big supply poor demand at Cavan fair. Two year olds £50-£55 three year olds £60-£70 cows £45-£55 milking cows £45-£50 colts and fillies £45-£55 donkeys £5-£8 bonhams £7-£10.

December 23^rd 1961 Helena Rehill from Crosserlough is placed second in Ireland in the Secretarial exams conducted by the Department of Education Nuala Harton second in Group cert. Ann Gilroy daughter of Tommy and Ellen Gilroy is appointed to the staff of Aer Lingus after completing a course in shorthand and typing at Cavan Technical School.

December 30th 1961 Santa Claus is met on the Urban boundary and escorted by the Boy Scout’s Accordion Band to the packed Town Hall where over 400 children were waiting to shake his hand and receive a valuable gift each.

Pope John XXIII calls the Second Ecumenical Council to begin later in 1962.”Immenses and grave tasks confront the modern Church in one of the most tragic and epoch times in the Church’s history” Papal Bull convening the Second Ecumenical Council will be issued on Christmas Day and the Council will convene at an opportune time in 1962.

Jim Meehan who has been out of football for sometime is called into the Cavan Junior Panel as is Butlersbridge stars Tom Sheridan Kevin Smith and Terry Smith Paddy Maguire and Brendan Young tow big bustling forwards are also called into the panel which will commence training early in the New Year at Breffni Park.

Big Jim McCartan of Down is the writer’s choice for the second successive year as ‘Caltex Footballer of the Year’

December 30^th 1961 The Bishop of Kilmore Most Rev Dr Quinn celebrates the 12:05 Midnight Mass in the Cathedral of Saints Patrick and Felim Cavan of Saints Patrick and Felim beginning with the procession to the Crib when the infant was laid in the manger. Fathers Patrick Mallon assisted the Bishop while Father Torlac O Reilly was deacon and Sean O Reilly sub deacon. Rev Sean O Reilly Dean of Saint Patrick’s College was MC. The 8 and 9 o clock Masses in the Cathedral on Christmas morning was celebrated by Father PJ Gargan while Father Joe Dolan celebrated both the 10 and 11:30 am Masses. The Cathedral of Saints Patrick and Felim Cavan Choir rendered the Sacred Music while their Director Father ABC McGrath was on the organ. Father PJ Gargan celebrated the Midnight Mass in the Convent Chapel while Bishop Austin Quinn celebrated the 9 am in the Convent. There was a crib in both the Cathedral of Saints Patrick and Felim Cavan and Convent with a Christmas tree suitably decorated in the Orphanage. Father PJ Gargan and Father Joe Dolan along with the Brothers from the local De Las Salle joined the orphans and nuns for Christmas dinner with Santa arriving at 5 pm to distribute gift to every child. On Sunday Christmas Eve Mattie Hand and Stan Mullery staged their annual Christmas film show in the Convent to the delight of the children and staff. In Saint Felim’s Hospital Midnight Mass was celebrated by Father Vincent Duffy Saint Patrick’s College where the sacred music was rendered by the Matron Sister Mercy and the Choir of Saint Felim’s Hospital. Father Charles Travers celebrated three Masses in the Hospital on Christmas Day. Santa visited the hospital and brought the patients gifts of cigarettes tobacco and sweets and later visited the Maternity ward bringing gifts to mothers and brand new children. All of the Wards were decorated and a Christmas tree with gay fairy lights twinkling in each ward. There was a crib and another Christmas tree in the entrance hall. On Christmas night Matty Hand and Stan Mullery staged their delightful seasonal Christmas film show while the Might Avons played at the annual dance on the Wednesday before Christmas. Sister Mercy has a full programmed of entertainment planned for each of the twelve nights of Christmas. Father Sean O Reilly Saint Patrick’s College celebrated three Masses in the Surgical Hospital on Christmas Day. There was a Christmas tree beautifully decorated in each ward together with a crib and in the main hall there was a large crib with full size figures depicting the birth of Christ in Nazareth nearly two thousand years ago. There was a special Christmas Day dinner with full turkey ham crackers and gifts with Santa visiting the hospital at 4 pm with a special gift for everybody.

Matt Rudden from Laragh Athletic Club wins the Ulster Intermediate Cross Country title at Ballyarnett County Derry over a six mile testing course with George Williamson Oak Leaf Derry second and newcomer TP O Callaghan third leading Bailieboro to a surprise Ulster title with Laragh second.

Sixth annual Cavan at Home Week features Cavan CBSI Musical Society in their annual pantomime ‘Begorra Its Gold’ and Irish Concert and Cavan Musical Society’s ‘Patience’ from Sunday 31st December to Sunday 7th January 1962.

John McCaffrey 1 Tullac Mongan and Michael ‘Mickey’ Reilly Licensed Vintner Upper Main Street in traffic accident just outside Navan on their way home to Cavan are detained at Our Lady’s Hospital Navan while John’s son Gerard escaped unharmed.

Sympathy is extended to John Tully TD on the death of his brother Thomas Tully Castletara in Saint Felim’s Hospital on Tuesday last . Funeral was very large and representative from Saint Patrick’s Church Castletara to the adjoining cemetery.

Cavan Bridge Club N/S Jim Leonard and P Coleman E/W Mrs Eileen Maloney and Mrs E Roe. The turkey prize was won by local Vet Cyril Arnold from Latt.

Turkey Market Hens 2/3 to 2/9 cocks 1/6 to 1/9 Geese 1/- to 1/3 per lb chickens 1/- to 1-6 per lb ducks selling at 10/- each . Those farmers who did not take the early prices were left with their stock all day in bitterly cold conditions and in the end took what ever price they were offered in an effort not to have the birds around the house over the Christmas festival.

Sean McManus Central Café Bridge Street presents copies of his records to Dr PJ Watters Chairman of Cavan Gramophone Society . Sean was constantly on Radio Eireann over the lead up to Christmas with his Christmas numbers ‘My Santa Claus Prayer’ ‘Silent Night’ and has also recorded ‘The Ballad of Jack Kennedy’ and ‘An Evening in Mount Mellary’. Sean is a member of Cavan CBSI Musical Society Cavan Cathedral of Saints Patrick and Felim Cavan Choir and Saint Peter’s Choir in Dundalk where he is a native.

Death of the very well known Peter Soden at his residence 54 Saint Pappins Road Dublin at the age of 83. He was a native of Lavey and was proprietor of one of Cavan ‘s biggest drapery stores (Provider’s ) opposite ‘The Bank of Ireland’ until his sold out to go to Dublin in 1945. He served his time to the Drapery trade in John Fay’s Main Street (Provider’s ) and later took up a similar position in /Dublin before going on the road as a commercial traveller for one of the big British warehouses. Four years later he bought John Fay’s and Soden’s soon become one of the best known and highly respected names in the drapery trade in the North Midlands with shoppers flocking from adjoining counties to view and buy the most up to date stock. For many years he was a prominent member of Cavan County Council serving as Chairman for a number of years he was also a member of Cavan Urban District Council and Cavan/Monaghan Mental Health Board. He was also a Peace Commissioner. He was a forthright and hectic debater. He was always straight and to the point. He was a great Cavan man but always felt that the Monaghan delegation on the Mental Health Board punched above their weight and was never slow to condemn the Monaghan attitude towards Cavan. He was a lifelong member of Cumainn Na Gael later Fine Gael. After leaving Cavan Peter set up a licensed premises in Stoney Batter Dublin where he enjoyed a big trade particularly from Cavan people visiting Dublin for some of the big matches in Croke Park. Peter Soden business man and politician is survived by his wife two sons Seamus and Peter five daughters Peggy Soden Assistant Matron Peamont Sanatorium Mary and Nora Soden Mrs W Parry and Mrs T Turner. Interment took place in Saint Brigid’s cemetery Saint Brigid's cemetery Killygarry following Requiem Mass in Dublin.

January 6^th 1962 Worst Winter since 1947 s the country is held in icy snowy grip making roads and streets impassable as the country grinds to a halt. No major tragedies reported in the area as most people elect to stay indoors. Two brothers William 56 Postman and Joe Rooney 60 freeze to death in their boat at Innisturk island upper Lough Erne county Fermanagh..

Margaret Creane ‘Sunnymeade’ is pictured with two lambs born early on New Year’s Day.

John Allen aged 19 is admitted to Cavan Surgical Hospital with serious head injuries and later transferred to The Richmond Hospital in Dublin. Later Thomas J Allen 19 Tullac Mongan no relation is charged with assault causing grievous bodily harm.

An amazing half a million viewers tune into the opening of RTE television on New Year’s Eve. Cardinal Dalton Eamonn De Velera President deliver their first television addresses to the nation. Cardinal Dalton warned parents not to allow their children unsupervised access to the television and hope that the new service would be constructive and prayerful. Eamonn Andrews Director General of the new station and a household name in Ireland and Britain promised programmes on RTE that would be of high standard and contain uplifting material reflecting the life of the Irish nation in all its multicoloured hues. There was a short address at the Gresham Hotel by an Taoiseach Sean Lemass and Michael Hilliard TD Minister for Posts and Telegraphs and a native of Navan. Benediction was then imparted from the oratory chapel in Montrose by His Grace Archbishop John Charles McQuaid of Dublin. Later viewers watched a newscast which contained interviews by Micheal O Hehir as well as the early speeches from the luncheon held earlier in the day. Reception in Cavan was excellent and everybody thought while the standard was amateurish and not at all to the standard of BBC and UTV is was Irish and could only get better with practice and proper rehearsal.

Chief Superintendent WJ McConville after twelve months in Cavan is transferred to Drogheda and replaced by J McDonagh from Ennis.

Death of Ruth Fagan at Saint Phelim’s Hospital. Well known person in the area her charity and hospitality were hallmarks of her life. Funeral from Cavan Parish Church to Denn Church.

Cavan At Home Week says “ as a comic all rounder nobody has yet been seen in Cavan town to equal Mel Doherty”. Audiences are poor due to the snow bound roads which are presently impassable in areas with snow lying in the Cavan area for well over two weeks and no sign of a thaw. Anthony Jackson Michael Rafferty Mel Doherty Gerry Maguire in ‘Begorra Its Gold’ light up the Town Hall with John O Connor and his wonderful tenor voice lending a touch of class. Dessie Maguire Paddy McNamara Des Lambert Gerard Carroll Gene Cullivan Val McGovern all play their part in the hilarious show produced by Father Torlac O Reilly. Joe Galligan Paddy Murray Terence McEntee Michael Gallimore Charlie Moore Martin O Neill all lend a youthful hand in entertaining a small but most appreciative audience. Arm swinging high stepping Boy Scout’s band were a treat featuring Gerry O Keeffe Paul Ronan Patrick Conaty John Conaty Sean McDonald Marin Sexton John Cullen Gerry Pryce and JJ Reilly. Eileen Morgan was on the piano Eamonn Brady drums Eamonn Donohoe on the saxophone and Leo Ronan on the violin. The scenery was by James Plunkett Saint Phelim’s Place make up Mrs Hicks and May Reilly College Street . Star of the Irish concert was the vivacious Ann Maguire. Mel Doherty was Percy French while the young Val McGovern was accompanied by the equally young Jerome Casey. The monologue by Dessie Maguire brought tears to many an eye while the recitations by Brian Coleman reminded us of the winter nights in Ireland long ago .Seamus De Faoite was in charge of the Cumainn Rinnce an Cabhan group who were brilliant in presentation and execution. Tom Hickey was a most able and humorous MC. Sean O Siochan the gust artiste from Dublin was unable to travel due to the impassable roads. Producer of the Irish concert was Seamus De Faoite.

Death of John Smith Araghan in Dublin . He left Cavan forty years ago and raised his family in Dublin never forgetting his Cavan roots. He was known as ‘John the Carpenter’ He is survived by his wife one son and four daughters. Funeral from Saint Brigid’s cemetery Killygarry to the adjoining cemetery.

Cavan Bridge N/S John Moran and H Carthy E/W PD Maloney and Gerry Hunt.

January 13^th 1962 Conor Cruise O Brien weds Marie McEntee in a simple ceremony in Carmelite Church New York. Rev Donal O Callaghan presided. Groomsman Jim Kiernan Irish Consul General in New York and a friend of the groom. Mary Paul cousin of the bride was bridesmaid.

Seamus De Faoite Chairman is pictured welcoming Bishop Austin Quinn to the Cavan At Home Week in the Town Hall.

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Drumalee GFC hold their first annual dinner dance in the Farnham Hotel. Among the distinguished attendance were TP O Reilly Chairman Cavan County Board PC Donohoe Treasurer and HL Smith Secretary . Paul Caffrey Chairman welcomed the guests and among the other speakers were PJ McGovern P Molloy and HL Smith.

Death of John Sheanon at the residence of his daughter Mrs M Tully Killbandrick Redhills. A native of College Street John was senior ambulance driver with Cavan County Council. He was extremely popular with the staff and patients of all the local hospitals and treated everybody like a perfect gentleman. Prominent member of Cavan Old IRA the coffin was draped in the tricolour and his old colleagues formed a guard of honour. The Cathedral of Saints Patrick and Felim was packed to capacity for the funeral Mass celebrated by Father AB McGrath.

Death of Elizabeth Greenan Drumalee relict of the late Michael well known huntsman in the area. She was a woman of great Christian virtue and was charitable and extended hospitality to all who called to their home. Funeral from the Cathedral of Saints Patrick and Felim to Cullies cemetery.

Inspector R Grant is made Superintendent in Bellmullett county Mayo. He served in Cavan since 7th April 1959 having been attached to Waterford. He is a courteous and efficient officer and was very popular in Cavan. He is replaced by Inspector M Bohan on promotion from Carlow.

Father John Brady CSSP Corawelis leaves Dublin en route to Nigeria where he has served for the last twelve years.

Death of Kathleen Cusack youngest daughter of Mr and Mrs Owen Cusack Butlersbridge at an early age. There was a capacity attendance at the funeral Mass in Saint Aidan’s Church Butlersbridge to Killygarry cemetery.

Cavan Technical School and the De La Salle School are forced to close for a further week’s holiday due to flooding as a result of burst pipes caused by the present severe weather conditions.

Poor attendance and poor demand at the small Cavan fair with yearlings fetching £33-£36 2 year olds £42-£50 3 years old £55-65 working horses £35-£40 ponies £25-£30 bonhams £10-£12 per pair.

January 20^th 1962 Monaghan Urban Council after a long debate decide to contact RTE to complain about the quality of reception in some areas particularly in the North Monaghan area. Mr McCarron says that “Monaghan are always grumbling about something and his reception is perfect since RTE went on test last September. The Chairman is not much help as he says that he doesn’t watch television but he has had a lot of complaints from people in areas who do and the Council must act on these complaints!

M/S Murphy Quinn Auctioneers and Insurance brokers open for business in 98 Main Street opposite the Farnham Hotel. The Managing Director is Brian Murphy while the directors are JJ Quinn Brian Murphy and Annette Murphy. Mr Quinn is Managing Director of Quinn Brothers Main Street Longford who last year had sales of over £100,000. Brian who is a native of Ballyconnell has been in the Insurance business for over twenty five years and has written life assurance to the tune of £2 million over the last fifteen years. Murphy Quinn are agents for Midland and Western Building Society Longford. Josie Farrelly who has been with the Longford based company for seven years will now join Murphy Quinn as Secretary based in Cavan.

Death of Bernard Bennie Rehill Newtown House Leixlip one of Dublin’s leading publicans. Native of Araghan Cavan. He was also a very prominent figure in greyhound racing. Resident in Dublin for over fifty years he was proprietor of O Mara’s on Aston Quay and O Mara’s Bachelor’s Walk. Founder member of Irish Coursing Club in 1945. He was Chairman of Dublin Grocer’s and Vintner’s Association from 1953-1956 and again in 1960. He was a well known member of the Appeals Board Bord Na Gcon and a director of the Greyhound and Sporting Press Clonmel. His wife died some years ago.

Death of the famous John McGirr 30 Blessington Street Dublin. Native of Omagh county Tyrone he was one of the early pioneers of bus travel in the midlands and ran the Cavan Longford route daily as well as Sunday excursions to Bundoran. He was a distinguished member of the old Forester’s Band. He is survived by his wife sons and daughters. Funeral from Saint Joseph’s Carmelite Church Berkley Road Dublin 7 to Dean’s Grange cemetery.

The matron of Saint Phelim’s Hospital returns thanks to the Boy Scouts and Father Torlac O Reilly for staging their hit musical show ‘Begorra It’s Gold’ in the hospital on December 28th one of the worst nights in this historically icy cold winter.

Crubany/Cavan Harps 1932-1957 will hold a reunion dinner in the Farnham Hotel with tickets available from Tom McNamara Tom Kelly or John O Rourke UDC.

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February 3rd 1962 Mr and Mrs Joe P Doherty Saint Brigid’s Terrace celebrate the golden jubilee of their marriage. They were married on 31st January 1912 in Saint Mel’s Cathedral Longford and they have two sons Sean and Mel and six daughters together with fifteen grandchildren and two great grandchildren. Both are natives of Edgeworthstown county Longford and are over 30 years in Cavan. Joe was a master baker in McDonnell’s for almost thirty years and is now three years retired. He is a well known bird fancier and keeps canaries finches and all sorts of rare birds as well as being a skilled hard working gardener. In his youth he was a well known entertainer and formed a group with his brother which was extremely popular all over the midlands. He is presently the very popular Caretaker in Cavan CYMS. One of his sons Mel is well known in Cavan theatrical circles.

Cavan County Board 1962 Chairman TP O Reilly Vice Chairman Peadair Doyle Secretary H L Smith Treasurer PC Donohoe Registrar Jack McConnell. Delegate to Central Council Simon Deignan Ulster Council Andy O Brien and Sean Moriarity NT Ballinagh. Cavan decide by 81-17 to back the Dublin motion seeking an end to the ban on foreign games at the forthcoming Congress at Easter.

Paddy Sheridan’s Will Power by Man of Pleasure out of Paddy’s Race On qualifies for the Irish Greyhound Coursing finals in Clonmel. John Myles is the trainer for the £500 race.

Pictured at the dinner and social in the Ulster Arms for Lt P McMahon who has just completed a six month tour of the turbulent Congo with the United Nations are Lt Paddy Duffy Lt McMahon Cmdt Jim Scanlon Captain Jimmy McEntee Quartermaster Sergeant Matt Lynch Lt John Murphy Lt Michael Quigley Lt C Sheridan Lt J McGinley and Lt Anselem Lovett. While the Army Number 1 Band are in town drumming up a recruitment drive in Cavan Military Barrack from 8-10 each night.

Cavan Bridge Club N/S Cyril and Mrs Arnold E/W Mrs H Carthy and P W Flynn.

John Donohoe Scoutmaster and Robbie Ryan Abbey Street are reforming the Boy Scouts Accordion Band with practices in side room of the Town Hall.

February 10^th 1962 Paddy Gaffney Town Surveyor unveils the amended cheaper plans estimated at £18,000 for the development of the Town Hall. It will mean a further 2/6 in the £ increase on the rates. The new development envisages kitchen and refreshment rooms extension of the stage and other improvements. The reception again is very poor with Johnny O Rourke summing up the mood by saying “ the letting of the hall is very bad and it is too small dirty unattractive dull and the roof is about to cave in “ Needless to say the improvements were put on the long finger.

Ulster Railway Cup team to play Connaught at Breffni Park on February 25th 1962 E McKay Gabriel Kelly Leo Murphy Pat Rice Benny Mone Jim McDonnell J Smith (Down) Joe Lennon Jarlath Carey Sean O Neill James McCartan Paddy Doherty Sean O Connell Jimmy Whan and Brian Morgan.

Boy Scouts AGM Chairman John Hynes Vice Chairman James Plunkett Treasurer Phil Smith Secretary Des Lambert Committee Father Torlac O Reilly Joe Cullivan Mel Doherty John O Connor PJ Carroll Gerard Carroll Paddy McNamara Frank O Keeffe John Walsh and Gerry Maguire.

Aidan Conaty a native of Ballinagh purchases ‘The Classic’ from T Smith Eddie O Gorman was auctioneer TJ Fitzpatrick Solicitor had carriage. Aidan is intending to set up a high class tailoring business on the site which was burnt to the ground at Christmas 1959.

Bridge Club Maureen McDonald and Father Sean O Reilly E/W GV Maloney junior and George Fairbrother.

Maeve McDonald will give the next recital at Cavan Gramophone Club at 23 Farnham Street.

February 17^th 1962 Paddy and Mrs O Reilly Athbara celebrate the Golden Jubilee of their marriage surrounded by their family and friends. They were married on the 15th February 1912 at Saint Aidan’s Church Butlersbridge by Rev C Magee Adm assisted by family friend Father Martin Comey DD a curate in Cavan Presbytery. Paddy was Secretary of Cavan County Council for forty years and was one of the main officers of Cavan County Board holding the post of Treasurer for fifty years. He was one of the four men who reorganised the GAA in Cavan and Ulster in 1903 the others being Andy McEntee Joe Smith and John F O Hanlon Anglo Celt. Mrs Reilly is daughter of Mr and Mrs Terence Smith Butlersbridge well known Grocer’s and Vintner’s . They have two sons three daughters and seventeen grandchildren.

Cavan Angler’s Club 1962 Chairman George V Maloney Junior Vice Chairman Vincent Bartley Secretary Sean Young Assistant Secretary Norman Cinnamond. Treasurer Johnny Donohoe.

Matt Rudden from Laragh wins the Leinster Senior Cross Country title at Mount Pleasant Dundalk held over an undulating course of eight miles. Supreme test of stamina the course was a four lap circuit taking in four jumps a ditch a stream and 300 yards of ploughed fields. Noel Hendrick of Wexford was second in 46 minutes and 46 seconds while the Irish ten mile champion Harry O Gorman was 3rd 10 seconds later. Matt finished 25 yards ahead of his nearest rival and his next big race will be the Irish Cross Country Championships in Cork when he hopes to improve on his second place last year. Meanwhile Francie McDermott flew in from Coventry for the Ulster Championships in Armagh where he finished a gallant second for a title his club mate Matt Rudden held in 1960. The winner was the experienced George Williamson Derry with T P Callaghan the promising young Bailieborough athlete and Ulster Junior and Novice champion back in 3rd place. Seventeen year old Terry Cullivan put up a great performance in Armagh and if he keeps it up he will emulate the feats of the great Matt Rudden.

There are 214 blind people in county Cavan and a branch of the National Council for the Blind has been set up in Cavan. The aim is to raise enough funds to finance a permanent teacher who will visit each of the blind people in their homes. A door to door collection will be taken up in Cavan Ballinagh Crossdoney and Ballyhaise.

Death of Mary Power sister of Jimmy Veale in Carrick on Suir after a long illness at the age of 34. She is survived by her husband and three small children parents brothers and sisters.

Cavan Bridge Club N/S Mr and Mrs Cyril Arnold E/ W Dr Bertie T Cullen and Patrick V Coghlan.

Cavan Technical School hail the purchase of the outstanding Linguaphone French speaking records as a huge step forward in the attractive teaching and speaking of French. When funding permits Mrs Cecilia Walsh hopes to add the German records to the school’s collection.

Cavan Fair. Very good demand with prices well up on last month yearlings £25-£30 two year olds £45-£50 springers £50-£60 working horses £40-£50 colts and fillies £40-£52-10 each donkeys £8-£12 bonhams £18-£30 a pair carrying sows £30-£35.

February 24^th 1962 Cost of production drives the price of the Anglo Celt up by 1d to seven pence from next week.

~The IRA end their campaign against the British occupational forces which has been going on since December 1956. Twenty nine men are released from Mountjoy jail.

Death of Mrs Sheridan Broad Road Arva two doors away from her place of birth at the age of 104. She was born on the 8th June 1859 into a family of 16 where her parents were survivors of the Famine, The entire family were converted to Catholicism in 1860 and there is still a plaque in the Sacred Heart Church Arva commemorating this event. She married Jimmy Sheridan the local Blacksmith and they had a family of 10 children but there are only 2 of them still alive including Kathleen in Detroit USA. Most of her family emigrated to England and America. She had wonderful hands sewing knitting and darning up to the age of 100. She was an expert making ‘Uncle Tom Cabin Quilts’. She leaves 21 grandchildren 50 great grandchildren. She died at the residence of her daughter Mrs J Mulligan just two doors down from where she was born in 1858. There was a very large and representative attendance at the funeral Mass in the Sacred Heart Church Arva with burial in Coronea cemetery.

Lt Colonel John Glenn 1st American in Space after 5 hour space ride orbiting the earth three times. The blast off from Cape Canaveral in Florida with the safe splash down in the Pacific exactly on target. He tells President Kennedy phoning from the Oval Office in the White House that he “ enjoyed a tremendous trip wonderful experience almost unbelievable and my condition during and after the trip is excellent”! The achievement is heralded by Pope John XX III as “ a new victory for man in the cause of science in the search for peace”

Saint Patrick’s Cavan as expected score a facile win over Saint McCartan’s College Monaghan in the Semi Final of the McRory Cup winning as they liked in Monaghan 2-7 to 0-1. If they had taken only half their chances they would have run up a cricket score and now qualify to meet Abbey CBS Newry in the Final in Ballybay in March. Liam Maguire was an excellent referee. In preparation for the game they will play a Cavan Junior selection next Sunday at PJ Duke Park Stradone. Team Paddy Lyons John Junior Dowd Jimmy Stafford J McKiernan Ray Dunne Pat Gaffney Ray Carolan Captain Charles Flynn Tom Sheridan Joe Leydon Brian Kennedy J Dolan Mickey Fagan and V Brady .

Dancers from Sligo Mullingar Letterkenny Castlefinn Clones Strabane Drumlish Convoy Dungannon Oldcastle and many other areas will join their colleagues at Cumainn Rinnce an Cabhan in a dancing extravaganza on Saint Patrick’s Day 1962. They will give exhibitions at vantage points in the town before the Junior competitions in the Protestant Hall and the Senior competitions in the Town Hall. On Saint Patrick’s Night all will come together for a Social and Reunion in the Town Hall followed by a Ceilidhe and the presentation of awards.

President John Fitzgerald Kennedy thanks Cavan tenor Sean McManus for the gift of his record sent to him entitled the ‘Ballad of Jack Kennedy’ which Sean sent to the President at Christmas. On the flip side of the record is the very tranquil and soothing ‘An Evening in Mount Mellary’

Cavan Bridge N/S Gerry Hunt and Doctor PD Maloney E/W Jim Rafter and Mrs Gwen Arnold. Team for team of four competition in Athlone PD Maloney Captain Gerry Hunt Cyril and Gwen Arnold.

March 3^rd 1962 Huge farmer’s demonstration in Cavan town where 2,500 farmers march in protest at the increasing rates being adopted by Cavan County Council who are meeting in the Courthouse to strike the rate for the coming year. Opinion is evenly split on the farmer’s position with quite a few comments to the effect that they are well enough off and never want to pay anything. The Council strike the rate of £46-2-0 in the £ an increase of 4/2 with the very well respected Chairman Patrick Smith echoing the general feeling that the small business people are paying the bulk of the rates while the farmers are getting clean off the hook. One of the banners proclaimed that ‘Farmers were living off their sense of humour’. With complaints from shopkeepers politicians and general public the march of 2.500farmers seems to have done nothing but antagonise the general public.

Anna Harten who recently was successful in Local Government exams is appointed to the staff of Saint Mary’s College. She is daughter of Mr and Mrs Bernard Harten Carnagh Kilcogy and a past pupil of Cloncivid National School and Loreto College.

Twenty three goals and twenty points are scored in the Railway Cup Semi Finals at Breffni Park before a crowd of 9.064. Leinster beat Ulster 11-4 to 6-3 in the hurling game. In the football semi final Ulster beat Connaught 5-6 to 1-7 with the gallant efforts of the great James McCartan with Jim McDonnell at sea and continually taunted by the quicksilver Packy McGerty in the centre half berth and only coming into his own when switched to his familiar wing half back position late in the game. Gabriel Kelly Leo Murphy and Pat Rice were outstanding in the full back line while Jim McCartan Sean O Neill and Jimmy Whan were the best of the forwards while Eamon McKay was sound in goals thwarting the Connaught onslaught. Ulster started very well at midfield but Joe Lennon and Jarlath Carey faded and were replaced in the second half. Team Eamonn McKay Gabriel Kelly Leo Murphy Pat Rice Benny Mone Jim McDonnell Patsy O Hagan Joe Lennon Jarlath Carey Sean O Neill James McCartan Paddy Doherty Sean O Connell Jimmy Whan and Brian Morgan. Subs Tony Hadden for Joe Lennon Sean Ferriter for Jarlath Carey. The hurling game which was the first major fixture in Cavan for 15 years was a damp squib with Leinster racing into a 8-2 to nil lead in the opening stages and never subsequently troubled by the weak Ulster response.

Willie Webb ‘Rising Star AC’ Cork wins the All Ireland Junior Cross Country Championship in Tanagh Cootehill in a time of 33:10 for the six mile course around Tanagh House. Francis McDermott Laragh who again flew in from Coventry for the gruelling test was second in a sparkling 33:20 just ten seconds behind the winner while promising TP O Callaghan Bailieboro who only took up the sport last autumn was 8th in 33:57. Teams 1st Cork 2nd Clare 3rd Tipperary and 4th Limerick.

At the monthly meeting of Cavan Angler’s Club held in Donohoe’s Restaurant Bridge Street sympathy is extended to Father Malachy Byrne CC Laragh former Chairman of the Club on the recent death of his brother.

Annual social and supper of Cavan CYMS in the Town Hall on Shrove Tuesday with catering by the Girl’s Club and music by Stan Mullery Eileen Morgan Henry Martin and Jackie Fitzpatrick on the violin. Among the distinguished attendance were Fathers ABC McGrath and Patrick J McManus. Father PJ Gargan Spiritual Director thanked all who assisted and supported the function.

Fagan’s staff make a presentation to Kitty Kinsella who is emigrating at a most enjoyable social in the Protestant Hall where Betty Poyntz on behalf of the staff and many friends made the presentation to the very popular Kitty who will be greatly missed by customers and colleague.

Cavan Bridge Club N/S Father Frank McKiernan and Tommy McCormick E/W Mr and Mrs M O Sullivan.

‘The Commercial Bar’ take on ‘The Old Mill’ in the first round of the Cavan and District League.

Cavan Gaels hold their first annual dinner in the Farnham Hotel with tickets still available from Maurice Brady Sean Galligan and Toggy Connolly with dinner being served at 8 pm.

Willie P O Hanlon and Bridie Smyth are the new captains at County Cavan Golf Club. Men’s section President Bertie Cullen Captain Willie P O Hanlon Treasurer Brian Coleman Secretary John Brady Assistant Secretary Dermot Morgan. Committee Tommy Aylmer Louis Blessing Liam Bogue Jack Brady Phil Cullivan Seamus Fox Edward O Hanlon Dr FPE Smith Niall Walsh and Tom Hickey. Ladie’s section President Dorrie Smith Captain Bridie Smyth Secretary Maisie Magee Assistant Secretary Carmel McDonald committee Cissie Blessing Kathleen Brady Philomena Coleman Margaret English Kathleen Kenny Kathleen Morgan Airmid O Hanlon Una Smith and Kathleen Sullivan.

Anglo Celt shoots up to 5d on account of increasing production costs. Many of the reader desert the paper swearing that they will never buy the ‘rag’ again.

March 10^th 1962 Nora Lever the well known Dublin actress will adjudicate at this year’s 28th Drama Festival in the Town Hall.

Bishop Austin Quinn in his Lenten Pastoral warns about the moral decay brought about by the increasing influence of television. All week days in Lent are fast days except Saint Patrick’s Day. All Fridays Ash Wednesday are days of fast and abstinence. Lenten fast ceases at midnight on Holy Saturday.

British Commission on Tobacco Smoking urges British Government to take immediate steps to curtail cigarette smoking.

The McRory Cup first presented by Cardinal McRory in 1924 will be replaced by a new trophy this year when either Saint Patrick’s College Cavan or Abbey CBS Newry will be the first holders. The old trophy now finds a permanent home in Saint Patrick’s Armagh who have won the trophy more times than any of the other colleges in Ulster. Saint Pat’s Cavan with colossus Ray Carolan expected to dominate are tipped to avenge their early season defeat at the hands of Abbey CBS and retain the McRory Cup.

Seamus McCormack one of the glittering stars at the boxing tournament in the packed Ritz Ballroom in Killeshandra with three hundred patrons failing to gain admission as boxing fever hits Killeshandra. There were thirteen contests with boxers from four counties. In the bout of the night Seamus McCormack Cavan stopped Paddy Keenan Killeshandra in the second round. Two exceptionally talented boys and it was in doubt right up to McCormack flooring his all action opponent with the referee wisely deciding to stop the bout to save the Killeshandra man from further punishment.

With the wash out at Christmas due to the snow and ice Cavan Boy Scouts are back with the musical extravaganza ‘Begorra It’s Gold’ in the Town Hall for three nights featuring the Des Jenkins Band 100 artistes including 14 of Cavan’s most talented adult artistes.

CYMS Whist Drive in Town Hall with £50 for top score and gent’s and ladies’ prizes of 1st £10 2nd £6 3rd £4 4th £3 and 5th £2. Score cards 10/-.

Death of James Dowd 5 Military Row and formerly of Cullies at Saint Phelim’s Hospital. Survived by his 4 sons and 4 daughters. Funeral from the Cathedral of Saints Patrick and Felim with burial in Saint Brigid’s cemetery Killygarry.

Cavan ICA present the Dublin Orchestral Concert Orchestra conductor

Dr Brian Boydell playing Beethoven’s Pastoral Symphony and the Magic Flute by Mozart in the Town Hall. The Cavan ICA Choir will perform seasonal airs at the interval.

March 17^th 1962 John McGinley Cavan Town Clerk is appointed Borough Accountant with Sligo Corporation. He came to Cavan in June 1961 and was a most popular and efficient officer. He is a former District Court Clerk in Naas . Native of Drogheda, John started his career as a clerk with Bord Iascaigh Mara.

Rev Brother O Doherty is pictured presenting the gleaming new McRory Cup to the captain of Saint Patrick’s College who defeated Abbey CBS in a thrilling final in Ballybay. Father PV Mallon President of the Ulster College’s Council is pictured on the right. Saint Pat’s beat Abbey CBS to retain the trophy in a gruelling hard fought game played in wet underfoot conditions in Pearse Park Ballybay with former Cavan All Ireland footballer Liam Maguire in charge of the whistle letting play continue and not blowing the whistle only when necessary. Ray Carolan gave one of the great final displays despite little assistance from an out of sorts Charles Flynn and when the forwards wasted chance after chance he surge forward to take the scores himself. Pat Gaffney from Latt gave a sterling display curbing the threat of Val Kane and again breaking up attack after attack to launch over a great solo point from over fifty yards out after he had blocked down a shot on goal by Kane. Played before an appreciative attendance of just over 2.000 this game was far from a classic with two fit eager teams physically mixing it and throwing all niceties to the wind. Saint Pat’s led at the interval 1-8 to 1-4 . Abbey CBS came out with all guns blazing and dominated the third quarter closing the gap. Saint Pat’s held on and were three points ahead with four minutes left when Mickey Fagan shot over a priceless 21 yard free after Paddy Dolan had got through only to strike the butt of the upright. Sweet revenge then for Saint Pat’s who despite an ineffective forward line avenge their Rannafast Cup defeat of two years ago and their earlier defeat at the hand’s of Abbey CBS earlier in this year’s McRory Cup. Team Paddy Lyons John ‘Junior’ O Dowd Jimmy Stafford Peter Pritchard John McKenna Raymond Dunne Patrick Gaffney Charles Flynn Ray Carolan Tom Sheridan Joe Leydon Brian Kennedy Noel Brady Paddy Dolan and Michael Fegan. Sub Kevin Dolan for Ray Dunne injured. Saint Pat’s now play the holders Saint Jarlath’s Tuam in the Hogan Cup in Athlone on Sunday week.

Sean Og Flood the former Louth and Leinster goalkeeper now playing for Ballinagh will line out for Cavan against Donegal in the Dr McKenna Cup next Sunday.

Bishop Austin Quinn is pictured enjoying the Cavan Boy Scout’s pantomime ‘Begorra Its Gold’ in the Town Hall. The show is written and produced by Father Torlac O Reilly.

Fishing fever in Cavan as Hughie Maguire is pictured with a specimen brown trout weighing 5 lbs 1 ½ oz caught at Killykeen on Lough Oughter while Tommy Donohoe is pictured with his 5 lbs 1 ozs caught on Lough Sheelin. Cpl John O Reilly with his specimen brown trout weighing 5lbs 1 ozs also caught on Killykeen. Sean Young brings up the rear with his 1 lb 12 ½ oz rainbow trout caught on the first day of fishing on Annagh Lake.

Death of John Maguire 2 Jubilee Terrace at Saint Phelim’s Hospital. The funeral from the Cathedral of Saints Patrick and Felim was large and representative with burial in Saint Patrick’ cemetery Drumcor.

Cavan Bridge N/S Mr and Mrs M O Sullivan E/W Carmel McDonald and George Fairbrother.

In a titanic struggle the ‘Old Mill’ defeat the ‘Commercial Bar 4-3 in the Cavan Darts League. Next week the ‘Old Mill’ visit the ‘Hub Bar’ who are showing excellent form this season.

Angela Clarke will give the recital at Cavan Gramophone Society meeting at 23 Farnham Street.

Cavan Fair brisk trade for store cattle. Horses fillies colts scarce and dear. Colts and fillies were fetching £50-£55 donkeys £8-£12.

March 24^th 1962 Tom McCusker is pictured in action against his opponent Hughie L Smith in the final of the Billiard competition at Cavan CYMS in the Hut. McCusker former All Ireland finalist edged out the gallant HL in an exciting final which thrilled the large crowd in the Hut.

JJ Clarke formerly overseer in Cavan and now Postmaster Mullingar is elected Chairman of the Postmaster’s Association at their annual conference. Former Postmaster in Carrick on Shannon and Wexford Jack was Secretary Cavan County Board for nine years Secretary and Captain Cavan Slashers with whom he won seven senior championship medals. A native of Tempo during his long stint in Cavan he was a regular on the Cavan senior team and played in the All Ireland Final of 1928.

Four hundred dancers take part in the dancing exhibitions and competitions sponsored by Cumann Rinnce an Cabhan on Saint Patrick’s Day. The junior competitions were held in the Protestant Hall while the senior competitions were in the Town Hall. Adjudicators were Tony Farrell Ballyjamesduff Brian Coleman Cavan and Peter Hughes Dungannon. The Power School of Dancing Cavan won the ‘Glencar Reel’ the ‘Siege of Ennis’ ‘Walls of Limerick’ while Cumainn Rinnce an Cabhan won the ‘Siege of Ennis’ and ‘Sweets of May’. Competitors from Clones Cavan Oldcastle Navan and Donegal all took part.

Terence S Smith writing in this week’s Celt traces the origin of the town of Cavan to a Charter granted in 1610 by James the 1st establishing the Corporation of the Borough of Cavan predecessor to the other civic bodies like Cavan Town Council Cavan Urban Council and Cavan Town Commissioners. The O Reilly’s had castles all over the region of Breffni but their main castle and fortress was in Cavan. Pictured are the Mace and the seal of Cavan Urban District Council. Terence S points out that the original charter of King James 2 presented in 1697-1688 was in the possession of Dan Reilly publican Church Street circa 1917 who sold his premises to James Gough in 1933. Dan was a former Chairman of Cavan County Council and a long time member of Cavan Urban Council. In December 1930 the Public Records Office in Dublin purchased the Charter. Transcripts of Charters of James 1 and James 2 to Cavan are archived in the Royal Irish Academy. Papers within the Charter include ‘Calendar of the State Papers’ including Ireland during the reign of James 1 period 1608-1610 papers of the Commissioners on Municipal Corporations in Ireland 1833. Municipal Government in Ireland John J Webb MA LLB. Civic History of the town of Cavan Terence S Smith. History of Enniskillen W Copeland Trimble and Belfast and Northern Ireland Directory.

Leinster beat Ulster 1-12 to 1-10 to win the Railway Cup with Des Foley Dublin at the ager of only 21 becoming the first man to win Railway Cup medals in football and hurling on the one day having earlier assisted Leinster to snatch victory from Munster 1-12 to 1-10 courtesy of a last minute goal denying the ageing Christy Ring his 18th Railway Cup medal. In the football final Kevin Heffernan Dublin was winning his 7th Railway Cup medal while Leinster completed the double for only the 8th time in history. Munster winning four and Leinster now four titles on the double. Leinster were much better than the score suggests in their 1-11 to 0-11 win over Ulster where the teams were level at halftime 0-5 each. Scorers for Ulster who played second fiddle to Leinster at centre field and where Jim McDonnell was once again never comfortable at centre half back Paddy Doherty 0-5 Brian Morgan 0-2 Jimmy Whan Gene Larkin Jarlath Carey Mickey Donagh Tyrone 0-1 each.

Cavan play Westmeath in the well appointed Cusack Park Mullingar as Saint Patrick’s College bid for a place in the Hogan Cup Final at nearby Athlone. Despite pleas by the Cavan County Board to play both games in Mullingar the fixtures go on in separate venues only a few miles from one another. Jim McDonnell is forced to cry off the Cavan team as he is coaching Saint Pat’s this year. Saint Pat’s will be depending on footballer of the year Ray Carolan to again lead them with more assistance from Charles Flynn who failed to impress at centre field in the McRory Cup Final.

Vera Brady’s fashion show in the Town Hal draws a capacity attendance with models from the Miriam Woodbyrne Agency and the proceeds going to the newly established Cavan Branch NCBI.

Bishop Austin Quinn presides at Solemn High Mass in the Cathedra on Saint Patrick’s Day to mark the end of the Patrician Year. Fathers Felim McGovern deacon Frank McKiernan sub deacon and PJ Gargan master of ceremonies. The Cathedral Choir was augmented by the Choir from Saint Patrick’s College. Father ABC McGrath CC was organist.

Rev D Dargan SJ will give the sermon at the Pioneer Rally organised for Cavan on the 17th May next.

William M Allen a native of Edgeworthstown dies at the residence of his son Jack Allen Cootehill Road Cavan. Highly respected resident he was extremely popular over a wide area. Survived by his wife and family. There was a large and representative attendance at the funeral in the Cathedral of Saints Patrick and Felim with burial later in Corboy cemetery.

Cash Stores on the corner of Bridge Street and College Street property of Tommy McGovern brother of Pat(Tom Boylan’s) fails to sell at auction when the bidding stopped at £2,000. Con P Smith left the deal open to negotiation with Sean Kelly Solicitor the highest bidder. Tom J Fitzpatrick Solicitor had carriage.

New branch of the National Council for the Blind formed in Cavan. Chairman Dr FPE Smith Ophthalmic Surgeon. The meeting in the Courthouse was informed that Bishops Austin Quinn and EFH Moore had consented to become the Patrons of the new branch. Cavan County Council agree to donate the considerable sum of £150 per annum while Vera Brady has donated the proceeds of her recent sell out fashion show to the organisation.

March 31^st 1962 Mr and Mrs McHenry Dundalk are the winners of the prestigious Cullen Cup at Cavan Bridge Club where forty four pairs took part in the Open competition in the Farnham Hotel. Second were Mr and Mrs EJ Boland Bray after a tie with Sean O Farrell and W McCann also from the Bray club. The consolation competition was won by Mr and Mrs Cyril Arnold E/W Father Sean O Reilly and John Marron after a tie with Gerry Hunt and Dr P D Maloney and F O Coen and Dr JP Hunt Sutton Dublin.

“Record players and transistor radios from Smyth’s 60 Main Street Cavan Phone 88. Hire purchase terms available”.

Cavan Urban Rate is up by 2/8 to 52/5 in the pound. Lot of last minute adjustments as Council try to avoid the ire of the ratepayers. Estimate for Council wages reduced by £60, work on the Gallows Hill cost reduced by £100, costs for repairing Council scavenging truck reduced as the County Manager states that Cavan has the lowest rate of any urban council in Ireland.

Saint Jarlath’s Tuam once again overcome Saint Patrick’s College Cavan in the semi final of the Hogan Cup 2-8 to 1-3 in Athlone. Cavan through the outstanding display of Ray Carolan owned the ball but possession was wasted time and time again by forwards who had no idea how to avoid the fast tackling Jarlath’s defence while in break away moves Jarlath’s managed to score at ease. After Saint Pat’s dominated the first fifteen minutes Jarlath’s in break away attacks scored two goals and despite being totally outplayed at midfield managed to lead by 2-5 to 1-1 at half time. Joe Leydon was later moved back to shore up the Saint Patrick’s defence and the introduction of Philip Fitzsimmons at wing half was a great fillip to the Cavan defence who missed the solid hard tackling Ray Dunne ruled out by injury. Too many of the team were simply not good enough for this standard of competition and Jarlath’s managed to pinpoint the weaknesses in the Cavan side. Ray Carolan who was well assisted by Charles Flynn dominated the game and in the end surged forward to score himself. Paddy Lyons Peter Pritchard and Jimmy Stafford emerged with reputations intact while Pat Gaffney was by some distance the star in the half back line. Brian Kennedy and Michael Fagan were the only forwards to impress. Saint Pat’s Paddy Lyons Drumalee John Junior Dowd Killeshandra Jimmy Stafford Killinkere K Dolan John McKenna Mullagh Peter Pritchard Bailieboro Pat Gaffney Cavan Gaels Ray Carolan Cross C Flynn Leitrim Tom Sheridan Ballinagh Joe Leydon Drumkeeran Brian Kennedy Kingscourt Noel Brady Drung Jimmy Dolan Aughnasheelin Mickey Fegan Westmeath. Trainer Jim McDonnell assistant trainer Father Patrick J Mallon.

Death of the very popular Patrick W Flynn Saint Mary’s Farnham Road at the age of 57. He became ill while playing golf and died later at home. He was attended to by Doctor Jack Sullivan and the Last Rites were administered by Father PJ Gargan. He was Superintendent Cavan House Assistance Cavan County Council. He was over twenty years in Cavan and was originally attached to Sligo County Council and Dublin Corporation. He was always bright cheerful and extremely helpful despite the onset of ill health. He was a most helpful and courteous official. Member of Lourdes Invalid fund Saint Vincent De Paul Cavan Parochial committee Cavan Bridge Club and Cavan Golf Club. Survived by his wife Elizabeth two daughters Jean and Mary sisters Ethel Dolly Florry and Kitty all from Merton Gilbert Road Dublin relatives and friends. Father PJ McManus officiated at the funeral which was large and representative from the Cathedral of Saints Patrick and Felim and again at Mount Jerome cemetery Dublin. Tributes were paid at Cavan Urban Council monthly meeting to the late Mr Flynn with TJ Fitzpatrick Chairman John Murray and Paddy Conaty all speaking about the outstanding qualities of the dead man and extending deep sympathy to the relatives.

Death of Rose Leddy 7 Owen Roe after a long illness in a Dublin hospital . She was wife of Matthew Leddy. The family are old respected residents of the town and Mrs Leddy was known for her Christian virtue and hospitality. Funeral from the Cathedral of Saints Patrick and Felim to Saint Brigid’s cemetery Killygarry.

Cavan Bridge N/S Kathleen Sullivan and Maureen McDonald E/W Dr PD Maloney and Gerry Hunt.

Death of Arthur ‘Atty’ Smith Tonneymore at the residence of his sister Mrs A Smith Crossdoney. Survived by his brother and sister. Funeral from Kilmore Cathedral to the adjoining cemetery.

Death of Johnny Sutherland late of Connolly Street in New York. He was son of Mr and Mrs Daniel Sutherland whose daughter was Mrs Jack Reilly Barber Connolly Street. He emigrated in 1913 and served in the USA army for the duration of World War 1. Burial took place in the Memorial cemetery Long Island New York.

April 7^th 1962 Newport Players Newry win the Open section and the Dr Patrick Lyon’s Cup at the 18th Cavan Drama Festival with ‘Our Town’. Father PJ Gargan standing in for the patron Bishop Austin Quinn presented the prizes to the winning producer Seamus Mallon Newry. Cavan is now the second oldest active Drama Festival in Ireland. Milltown players win the Hugh Lee Cup for plays confined to Cavan and the Diocese of Kilmore. Dublin Dramatic Players win the one act section and Anglo Celt Cup for their production of ‘Spring’. The rural section and AOH Cup was once again won by Ashbourne Dramatic Players Dublin. Best producer Paddy Dillon Breffni Players Carrick on Shannon in producing ‘Maurice Harte’. Best actor for the 4th year on the trot is former Cavan Players star Paddy Dunney Sligo Drama Circle with ‘My Three Angels’. Best actress was Nora Wilson Newport Players Newry with ‘Our Town’

Tom Finlay Senior Counsel is appointed Lecturer in Law at UCD specialising in law of contract and business. He started his career as a Junior Counsel on the Cavan Monaghan circuit before taking silk. He is eldest son of Mrs Eva Finlay and the late TA Finlay SC TD Nutley Park Donnybrook . He is grandson of Mrs Finlay Kinnypottle and a nephew of Eileen Maloney Cavan.

Pictured on the front page of this week’s Celt are Mr and Mrs John Smith Pearse Street and both natives of Bawnboy celebrating the Golden Jubilee of their marriage in Kildoagh Church on the 26th March 1912. Father Henry McCabe CC Templeport officiated. John was formerly Land Steward at the Poor Clare Convent and they have three sons and five daughters and 25 grandchildren.

Big increase of 13 ½ % proposed by Paddy Fleming for VEC teachers comes in for close scrutiny at the monthly VEC meeting. Married men will now receive a scale of salary from £630 to £1,181 while unmarried men and women are in the £541-£933 bracket. Their last increase was in June 1961. J McGovern proposed that the increase be paid and Senator Paddy O Reilly seconded.

Michael J Leahy retires as Cavan’s Postmaster with presentation performed by Overseer Tommy Hughes on behalf of the staff and colleagues at Cavan Post Office. Pictured are AF McLoughlin P White Belturbet Eddie Moore Postman Cavan E O Hare Postmaster Kells JJ Clarke Postmaster Mullingar R Gillen Dublin JJ Norry Postmaster Cootehill Tommy Hughes PK Kilduff Technical staff Mrs MJ Leahy Mr MJ Leahy Leo McGrath Cavan Paddy Donohoe Bill Galvin MJ McCabe Paddy Duffy all Cavan JJ Sloane Postmaster Drogheda C Dempsey. Mr Leahy joined the Postal Service in 1911 stationed first in Dundalk later he served in Belturbet until 1943 Nenagh one year in 1948 then Postmaster Bantry Co Cork in 1949 until he was appointed Postmaster in Cavan in 1955. He is a native of Skibereen county Cork.

“Frank McConnell car hire self drive 1962 models minibus with driver (Mickey Rooney). Keen rates ring Frank or Dympna McConnell Main Street Cavan 211.”

Death of Robert V Walker Claremont Road Sandymount Dublin at the age of 82. He represented the National Health Insurance in Cavan for many years and was a founder member of the Breifne Antiquarian Society. Published a list of place names in the Anglo Celt under the name of ‘An Scolaire Bocht’. The work was later lodged with the Commission for Irish place names. He was a personal friend of Father Joe Meehan PP.

Kilmore wins the Aintree Grand National at 28/1 called after a Wexford town land. It is understood that the horse was heavily backed in the Kilmore area of Cavan who only in 1948 had another winner in the adjoining town land of Caughoo.

Frank Lee formerly 14 Breffni Terrace dies in New York at the age of 55. He emigrated 32 years ago after serving his time to the Hairdressing trade in McCusker’s where one of his colleagues was the late Cavan All Ireland footballer Terry Coyle. He served with the American Army in World War 2.

Song and dance session organised by the energetic Seamus De Faoite and under the auspices of Cumainn Rinnce an Cabhan in the Railway Hotel will be filmed by RTE outside broadcast cameras for transmission later in the year. The MC will be Tom Hickey.

N/S Kathleen Sullivan and Dermot Morgan E/W Dr PD Maloney and Gerry Hunt.

Dr Philip O Connell the Diocesan historian will give the lecture ‘County Cavan 1744-The Itinerary of Isaac Butler’ following the annual general meeting of Cumainn Seanchas an Cabhan in the Courthouse Cavan.

April 14^th 1962 Budget 1962 this year means a penny on the pint of stout and beer two pence on the glass of spirits no increase in the price of cigarettes abolition of entertainment tax reduction in tractor tax from £8 to £2-10-0 and a new £2.50 million agricultural grant scheme for farmers following their aggressive campaign in recent months. Increase in old age and social welfare by 2/6 per week. Payment of £.5 million to Irish Sugar Company to develop their new food processing business. £460,000 extra for the country’s teachers as they too campaign for increase in salaries. To pay for the ‘damage’ a record £66 million loan will be floated next autumn.

Seamus Gilheaney Cavan is elected President of Cavan Executive Fine Gael with PN Smith Chairman TP O Reilly Vice Chairman Andy O Brien NT Secretary Captain J McGorry and Senator Tom Fitzpatrick Treasurers.

Providers open Cavan’s first ever self service supermarket in Main Street where the Manager is 27 year old Monaghan native Tommy Garvey who has been a member of the staff for twelve years . Stephen Kelly General Manager Providers says that the attractive display lighting and self service speedy check out with Kitty Corrigan on the automated check out is ‘America at Home’. Gone are the dirty grimy soiled counters each item is selected by the customer and is clearly displayed and can be fully examined before purchase. “It’s a general store all dolled up well lit in new flashy garb”. Gerald Fitzmaurice is the Buyer for Providers and looking at the well stocked shelves you can see that his choice is wide and varied with all the old favourites as well as new products on display. General Manager Stephen Kelly was formerly with Egan’s of Tullamore who pioneered self service in Ireland. The directors are Patrick Gaffney BE Con P Smith Con A Smith and JJ Smith Dublin. Lighting and heating engineers were Smith’s Stores Dublin Road Cavan.

First bar restaurant is opened by the energetic Andy Galligan in the ‘Old Mill’ just opposite the entrance to the Fairgreen. Andy is a native of Ardlougher Ballinagh and is a former playing member of the Cavan senior football team. Andy believes passionately “that the customer is always right”! The dining room is upstairs while the well appointed kitchen is in the capable hands of Andy’s wife Maura who is a Domestic Economy graduate and instructor with Cavan VEC. They are opened from 10:30 to 11:30 each night and early opening at 7:30 on Fair Days. The painting and decorating including the portrait of the Old Windmill is all by Harry Dale with the colour scheme in blue and white. Johnny Burns was the interior painter and decorator of the new restaurant with plastic tiling on floor and on the walls. Tommy McCormack of Tullac Mongan did a marvellous job in installing the modern lighting and fitting out the up to date kitchen to best international standards. Andy is a former member and star of Cavan Boxing Club and founder of the Cavan and District Dart’s League, he has recently qualified as an Auctioneer under the title ‘McCabe and Galligan’. Expresso coffees grills teas chips under personal supervision of Mrs A Galligan DSI phone Cavan 261.

Thomas F Flynn eldest son of Anna and the late Thomas F 33 Cathedral Road Cavan passes the Munster and Leinster entrance exam and begins his banking career with the Munster and Leinster Bank in Letterkenny.

Lourdes Invalid Fund sweep on Galway Plate over thirty invalids sent to date and the organising committee under Father PJ McManus Nellie Gargan and Peggy Willock plan to send a further six patients this year. Donations to Nellie Gargan Ritz Bar Cavan all benefactors will be remembered at Mass in Lourdes.

Cavan Presbyterian Minister Rev TP Blackstock receives the unanimous call up to the 1st Antrim Belfast Presbyterian Church. Rev Blackstock who has been a very popular figure in Cavan since January 1954 will leave Cavan for Belfast at the end of May.

Cavan Bridge Club N/S Dr Bertie Cullen and Paddy Coghlan E/W Dermot Morgan and Kathleen Sullivan.

Cavan fair reports brisk trade despite the severe lack of fodder in the area. Yearlings fetching £32-£38 2 year olds £50-£55 3 years £60-£70 working horses £50-£60 colts and fillies £45-£50 ponies £35-£45 donkeys £5-£10 carrying sows £30-£35 bonhams £8-£12 per pair and cabbage plants four shillings for bundles of fifty.

April 21^st 1962 Rev Father Dominick McGuiness is ordained a priest by the Bishop of Southwark London Most Rev Dr Cowdray. He immediately left for Ireland to visit his grandmother Mrs Sharkey Drumalee who is gravely ill in a Cavan hospital. He is a grand nephew of Tom McGuinness Town Clerk and a nephew of JJ McGuiness Town Clerk Cavan and Mrs John Sharkey Drumalee. He will leave for the foreign Missions in Africa after a short holiday in Cavan and London.

Death of the very popular well known Margaret Sharkey Drumalee. Member of one of Cavan’s oldest and most distinguished families she was predeceased by her husband John Pig Dealer. Survived by her son Tommy Drumalee three daughters brother grandchildren nephews nieces. She was visited in Hospital by her newly ordained nephew Father Dominick McGuiness last week. She was an extremely well known and her generosity and Christian devotion were hallmarks of her life. Father PJ McManus officiated at the well attended funeral Mass in the Cathedral with burial later in Cullies cemetery.

Sean Walsh Oliver Plunkett Street is in full training in Swellan Lake for the Donegal Bay swim on June 16th . He will be accompanied by Jack McCelland and several cross channel swimmers all hoping to swim the ten mile journey from Saint John’s Bay to Bundoran.

Marie and Kenneth O Reilly leave College Street to join up with their brother Mel in Sudbury Ontario Canada where he is domiciled for the last ten years. They were the recipients of gifts and good wishes from friends and well wishers in the town of their birth before emigrating to Canada.

Mr and Mrs E Roe win the Howell Cup at Cavan Bridge Club.

Death of the very distinguished Dr Alphonsus D McDwyer 77 Leinster Road Rathmines Dublin 6. He was educated at Saint Patrick’ College and UCD where he qualified as a doctor in 1933. He was House Surgeon in Cavan Surgical Hospital before setting up practice in Leinster Road Rathmines. He was brother of Eddie McDwyer NT Ballinagh Peter JF Cavan County Registrar Dr Michael A McDwyer Oldham England Mrs AE Wright Channel Islands and Miss M McDwyer Dublin.

April 28^th 1962 Paddy Keyes Owen Roe is pictured with his 29 ½ lbs pike caught at Lough Inchin near Cavan town on Easter Monday.

Dr Patrick A ‘Tony’ Farrelly Connister Utoxeter Road Derby is appointed to the permanent and pensionable post of County Cavan Physician to take up duty from May 21s 1962. Native of Dublin he was temporary Regional Physician for Sligo and Donegal from 1958-1959.

Donie Fay wins the trophy for the tin whistle in Clones at the 2nd Ulster Fleadh Cheoil. Very few Cavan winners with several not defending their crowns.

Hard line GAA Congress are to clamp down strongly on all members breaking the rules on the ban on foreign games and dances as the Dublin motion calling for the abolition of the ban is defeated. All individual clubs within the organisation must adhere to the rules and are forbidden to attend promote dances which are not Ceilidhe dancing while any member caught playing attending or promoting foreign games such as soccer rugby hockey etc will be subject to a lengthy ban and may be banished from the organisation says Hugh Byrne MA NT Wicklow who was unanimously re elected President of the GAA. On a more realistic note Congress decide to grant £600 to the All Ireland finalists in senior football and hurling while the semi finalists will each receive £300.

Cavan defeat Antrim to qualify for the Ulster Football Junior Final where they will meet old rivals Down in the Final in Carrickmacross on May 6th 1962.

John Quinn a native of Derry is appointed Postmaster Cavan Post Office to replace Michael J Leahy who has retired. Mr Quinn was formerly Postmaster Curragh Camp in Kildare.

Cavan Gaels in association with Cavan CYMS are running and promoting the popular Cully’s Amusements in the Egg Market. Cully’s are providing bumping cars wheel of fortune indoor Pongo and chair o planes and will operate seven nights a week.

Sister Mercy Rooney Matron Saint Phelim’s Hospital pays tribute to Saint Aidan’s Troup Butlersbridge Virginia Pioneer Dramatic Troup and Milltown Dramatic Society for entertaing the patients in Saint Phelim’s during the Easter period.

Celebrant of the Mass of the Last Supper in the Cathedral on Holy Thursday was Father Joe Dolan Adm with deacon Father Dan Gallogly sub deacon Father Felim McGovern and mc Father Frank McKiernan. The cross bearer in the procession to the Altar of Repose was Father Augustine Leydon Saint Patrick’s College. The Cathedral was open until midnight. On Good Friday Bishop Austin Quinn presided and Rev Father Bob McCabe was the celebrant Father Sean O Reilly deacon and Father Sean O Reilly (Dean) Saint Patrick’s College sub deacon and Father Terry McManus mc . The Passion was sung by Fathers AB McGrath Torlac O Reilly and Felim McGovern with commentary by Father Joe Dolan Adm. The Easter Vigil Mass was celebrated by the Bishop Austin Quinn assisted by Father Paddy Mallon Saint Patrick’s College. The deacon was Father Torlac O Reilly sub deacon Father Augustine |Leydon and the commentator was Father PJ McManus. Father Joe Dolan Adm officiated at the blessing of the Paschal flame the litanies prophesies blessing of baptismal font and renewing of baptismal vows. Father Augustine Leydon was again the cross bearer. Father Pat Brady celebrated the 8 o clock Mass Father Thomas Bannon USA and native of Mullahoran celebrated the ten Mass while the last Mass on Easter Sunday at 11:30 was celebrated by Father PJ McManus.

Cumainn Seanchais Bhreifne 1962 Chairman Brian O Mordha Cootehill Vice Chairman Michael Neary Treasurer Brid Sheridan Secretary Father Augustine Leydon. Despite his new appointment as Principal Saint Felim’s Day School Ballinamore Father Frank McKiernan will remain as Editor of the Bhreifne Journal. Dr Philip O Connell historian of the Diocese gave a very well received lecture on Count Cavan 1744-The Itinerary of Isaac Butler who travelled from Bailieborough via Ballyjamesduff to Cavan town and then via Aughalane to the Spa town of Swanlinbar which was extremely wealthy and well to do as gentry from all over the UK flocked to its spa and kept property and staff in Swanlinbar all year round. Irish or British people did no sun bath and the sea was spurned in favour of spas.

Death of Nora Lydon aunt of Jack Smallhorne at the latter’s residence 31 Coleman Road. She was also an aunt of Father Smallhorne PP Athlone. She is survived by her nephews nieces and many friends. There was a large and representative attendance at the funeral in the Cathedral of Saints Patrick and Felim with burial later in Boherquill cemetery.

Cavan’s Mighty Avons celebrate their second birthday in the Wonderland Ballroom Bawnboy with a bus leaving Cavan and travelling via Ballyhaise and Redhills to the West Cavan venue.

May 5^th 1962 Greta Cusack Killymeehan Stradone celebrates her 21st birthday with a gift of £6,250 being her share of the winning Hospital Sweepstake ticket in the Cambridgeshire of 1955 presented to her on the occasion of her 15th birthday by her uncle Hugh McDermott who is agent for the Hospital Sweep in the Stradone area.

Father ABC McGrath Diocesan Director of Music announces that this year the annual plainsong festival will be held in Manorhamilton Ballinamore and Cavan town under the patronage of Bishop Austin Quinn. Chairman T Canon Maguire Vice Chairman Rt Rev Monsignor Kelly PP Ballinamore. Musical Director Father ABC McGrath organist in the Cathedral. The programme in each deanery will commence with Solemn High Mass sung by the children.

James Brady Castletara is awarded £2.500 in his action against the Midland Construction Company Church Street Cavan arising out of an accident at the building of the houses at Kinnypottle on November 4th 1960 when a scaffold collapsed causing Mr Brady to drop the concrete bricks he was carrying and sustaining serious injuries to his head chest shoulders leg and thigh. Tom Fitzpatrick Solicitor was for the plaintiff while M/S Hickey and O Reilly represented the company.

Father Sean O Reilly’s Captain’s Prize at Cavan Bridge Club is won by N/S Joan O Hanlon and John Marron E/W George Maloney Junior and George Fairbrother.

Cavan Gaels and Cavan CYMS who have the Egg Market rented from Cavan UDC from the 25th April to the 5th May come in for heavy criticism as a result of Cully’s amusements playing loud music over the public address up to two in the morning but most particularly at weekends when Johnny Murray said the noise in his house in Tullac Mongan was unbearable up until two in the morning on last Friday night. Mr Murray later interviewed Mr Cully who was very helpful and understanding. The County Manager points out that the promoters are breaking the bye law which forbids public performance of music after twelve midnight. Johnny Murray says that Mr Cully will quit at 11:30 but Johnny O Rourke says that the private residents must be protected. Paddy Conaty who is just by the way Chairman of Cavan Gaels says that the business people in the area are delighted with the success of the amusements and the whole complaints business is a ‘bottle of smoke’!

Sympathy is extended to Dr Brian Galligan on the death of his sister Miss Mary Galligan SRN. She was a nurse for many years in Saint Phelim’s Hospital. She is survived by her brother Dr Brian and sister Eileen Brady Killeshandra. Her colleagues formed a guard of honour as the remains were removed from Saint Phelim’ Hospital where she died and the funeral in Saint Felim’s Church Ballinagh was the biggest seen in the area for many years. Father PJ McManus CC Cavan officiated at the Mass and burial later in the adjoining cemetery.

Clare Brady Clerk to Cavan Urban Council is leaving the Council to get married and was the recipient of many compliments during the monthly meeting to which Clare suitably replied. Joe McGovern sums up the mood by saying “Clare personifies all the good qualities of what a public servant should be”!

Death of A E Smith ‘ Ernie’ well known Cavan jeweller ophthalmic optician and radio and television dealer Main Street and Annesley Terrace at Cavan Surgical Hospital at the age of 57. He took over the business established by his late father seven years ago and built up a thriving enterprise. He was an outstanding jeweller and business man and was extremely popular with customers and employees. Former member of Cavan Golf Club he presented the AH Smith trophy for competition among the ladies. He was a founder member of Cavan Anglers Club and a very active angler specialising in fly fishing. He is survived by his wife and one son Grant. Funeral from Cavan Parish Church to Kilmore cemetery.

Johnny O Rourke at the recent Cavan Urban Council meeting campaigns for consecutive two weeks holidays and a five day week for the staff of Cavan Urban Council.

As a result of their excellent reception last Monday fortnight Telefis Eireann are back in town this time in the Sports Centre where the event is under the auspices of Cumainn Rinnce an Cabhain and their capable vey gullible Seamus De Faoite. Tom Hickey is again master of ceremonies at another event that turned out to be a ‘hoax’!

Death of Eamonn Mansfield at the residence of his son JP Mansfield County Engineer Rock Cross Cavan at the age of 85. Former President of the INTO he a native of Mullinahone county Tipperary. He taught in Wexford and Tipperary retiring from teaching in 1934 on his appointment as Lay Appeals Judge in the Land Commission. He was succeeded in Cullen NS by his son Joseph Mansfield who also became President of the INTO. He retired from the Land Commission in 1950. He had several disputes with the occupying British Authorities as he represented the fledgling INTO in disputes and was dismissed for his activities for a period of two years when the organisation appointed him General Secretary where he was to the forefront in securing better pay and conditions for the nation’s teachers. In his youth he was an outstanding middle distance runner and was a prominent playing member of a couple of GAA clubs in towns and parishes where he was posted. He is survived by his son JP Mansfield three daughters Sister Mary Ailbhe Saint Louise USA ? Flynn Clonskeagh Dublin and Dr Pauline Mansfield Flynn Walkinstown Dublin. He was grandfather of Father Eamonn Mansfield CSSSP Switzerland. Father PJ McManus CC Cavan officiated at the large and representative funeral from the Cathedral of Saints Patrick and Felim Cavan to Mullinahone cemetery Tipperary. The attendance included Mr Looney President INTO Mr T O Brien and Mr D Kellegher Department of Lands.

Tridium of Benedictions in the Cathedral to mark the feast of Saint Joseph the Worker. Father A Leydon Saint Patrick’s College celebrated Mass before the final Benediction on Tuesday night.

May 12^th 1962 Derek Morris with co driver cousin Billy Morris with navigator Jim Gavin from Roscommon in their supped up Volkswagen finish second in their class in the Circuit of Ireland finishing in Killarney 350 points ahead of their pursuer in 3rd place. Derek won the Tullylease, Five Roads Cross, and Monument section. The winner was well known rally driver D Davis from Coventry in England. Derek and Billy were the first ever entry from Cavan in the Circuit of Ireland.

Death of Michael Smith proprietor of the 170 year old Joyce Pub ‘Mulligan’s of Poolebeg Street’ Dublin. A native of Crosskeys Mickey was one of the leading publicans in Dublin for over fifty years and was a great supporter of all things relating to Cavan.The side door in Mulligan’s backed on to the backstage at the ‘Theatre Royal’ and he was on best friend terms with most of the famous regulars like Jimmy O Dea Maureen Potter Peggy Dell Noel Purcell and Cyril Cusack to name but a few. President John F Kennedy then a young Senator visited the famous premises in 1947 as it was one of the famous pubs mentioned in Joyce’s books and plays. The funeral was one of the largest ever seen in the Church of the Immaculate Heart of Mary City Quay with many of the stars of radio television and the press travelling all the way to Mickey’s final resting place in Crosskeys where well known actor Noel Purcell gave the oration over the grave. The general attendance included the Abbott of Kilnacrott Felim Colwell and Gerard Sweetman TD who with my father Michael Smyth of 60 Main Street were appointed executor’s of Mickey’s estate. Michael Smith is survived by his brother Tommy Crosskeys Mrs Cusack and Mrs McBreen and a large number of nephews and nieces.

Boy Scout’s stage their first hike of the season to Loreto Woods with the Accordion Band poised to make a comeback shortly.

W Burns Oldcastle gives the recital at Cavan Gramophone Society charity night in aid of the Disabled Person’s Fund in the Ulster Arms where supper was served to the very large and appreciative audience.

Death of John ‘Jack’ West Emmett Place and native of Butlersbridge. In his early days he was a shop assistant in Cavan but in latter times turned his hand to horticulture and was a well known figure in the gardening scene in Cavan where he tended and maintained several gardens in the town. Predeceased by his wife just a few short years ago, he is survived by his sister. The funeral from the Cathedral of Saints Patrick and Felim was large and representative with burial later in Saint Aidan’s cemetery Butlersbridge.

No paper in library for May 12th 1962.

May 19th 1962 Cavan County Manager Dermot McCarthy outlines big changes in the health service being provided by Cavan County Council. Medical and Maternity units will now be located in the old TB Hospital with the Surgical unit being retained in Church Street until such time as the Department come up with the funds to erect the new Surgical unit at the site adjacent to Saint Joseph’s Lisdarn. Sister Mary Michael O Reilly SCM will be Matron of the new hospital at Lisdarn as well as continuing as matron in the Surgical. The County Manager states that no lay person will be appointed matron as it was the preserve of the Mercy Order. Sister Mary Carmel Jennings is appointed assistant matron of the Surgical but the appointment of the new assistant matron at the new medical and maternity unit at Lisdarn has not yet been appointed but it is likely that a lay person may be considered suitable. The new unit will be headed up by the newly appointed County Cavan Physician PA Farrelly. Sister Mary Mercy Rooney will continue as Matron Saint Phelim’s Hospital Cavan.

Father Francis J McKiernan a native of Aughawillan Ballinamore is appointed the new Principal of Saint Phelim’s Secondary School Ballinamore which will be located in the old CIE Railway Station. Educated at Saint Patrick’s College and Saint Patrick’s Maynooth he was ordained in June 1951 and taught for one year in Saint Malachy’s Belfast before coming back to Saint Patrick’s Cavan in 1953. He is very well known in literary and historical circles being a former Chairman and founding member of Cumann Seanchas Bhreifne and present Editor of the Bhreifne Journal.

Surgeon Bertie Cullen who was best rod on the Ulster team at Lough Melvin and D Halton Cootehill world fly fishing champion fly out of Dublin to represent Ireland in the Home International on Lough Levan Scotland.

Patrick (Sonnie) Newman a young man from Butlersbridge flies to Canada to join the rest of his family who have all emigrated to Canada.

John McGinnity to open new brightly lit and splendidly appointed new Travel Office at Kelly’s Terrace on the site of Heslin’s shop which he purchased recently. In recent years the tourist trade has expanded with people now taking holidays in the sun abroad as well as visiting their many relatives in England America and Canada. As John says “you can now travel to China or Peru just as easily as going to Butlersbridge or Ballyhaise”! John has a very distinguished background having worked as a technical assistant in aerodynamics at the Fairy Naval Aircraft factory turning out bomber planes for the British Air Force during World War 2. After the War he purchased the famous premises of John Moore which was originally ‘Slither’Reilly’s on the corner of Bridge Street and Kelly’s Terrace. All travel trade was originally carried out in the busy licensed premises but now patrons can transact their business in comfort and privacy in the new premises. There is also a snack bar where patrons can partake of a quick snack all piping hot and freshly cooked and baked at affordable prices. McGinnity’s are fully qualified travel agents appointed by the International Air Transport Aviation Association. John McGinnity pioneered air travel in Cavan and brought two bus loads to Dublin in 1949 to sample the delights of the new phenomena as John wittingly remarks up to then “air travel was something you risked rather than enjoyed”. All the passengers were bussed to Dublin entertained by Air Lingus on arrival flights around Cavan and surrounding areas with people in the streets all coming out to greet the intrepid travellers in the low flying Aer Lingus flight. They were later entertained to dinner by the Directors of Aer Lingus before departing for home by luxury coach. All this for £2-14-0!

Cumainn Rinnce an Cabhan hold a social and presentation in the Railway Hotel for one of their best members Phyllis Browne Drumlark who is departing for Antrim where Seamus De Faoite announces that the annual dinner of the organisation takes place next Tuesday in the Ulster Arms.

The De La Salle flagelot band leads the school in parade to the annual Mass to celebrate the feast of Saint De La Salle in the Cathedral where the school choir provided the music and Father ABC McGrath was on the organ. Later they were treated to sweets minerals biscuits cake and fruit in the school before being granted the traditional free day.

As Garda continue to be withdrawn from border duty due to the advent of peace along the border Garda Fintan Duggan who was in the area for 2 ½ years is transferred to Bunclody county Wexford. He was extremely popular in Ballyhaise and Cavan town and will be greatly missed in the area.

Sport’s day Loreto College 1962 Skipping Race Junior Frances Sullivan 2nd Margaret Kilkenny 3rd Margaret Cusack. 100 Yards Senior Pat Keegan 2nd Aíne Sullivan. Junior 100 yards 1st Frances Sullivan 2nd Madeline O Brien. Musical Bicycle Olive Harton. Flag Relay Saint Joan’s Una Mullery Kathleen Keenan Eithne Sheridan and Frances Sullivan. Obstacle Relay Race Saint Bernadette’s Doreen Smyth Brid Rock Margaret Cusack and Clare Clarke. Circular Track Relay Deidre Conlon Madeline O Brien Margaret Cusack. Prizes were presented by Father Joe Dolan Adm with challenge cup presented by McCarren’s and prizes sponsored by Connolly Brothers Vera Brady Tommy Smyth Electrician George Fegan Vincent Bartley Pat McDonnell’s Smith’s Garage Maura Baxter and P Elliott and Company Cavan.

May 26^th 1962 Scott Carpenter becomes the second American in space orbiting the earth three times after blasting off from Cape Canaveral Florida and landing safely in the Atlantic Ocean.

One thousand pioneers from fourteen parishes gather in Cavan for Pioneer Rally addressed by Bishop Austin Quinn. There followed a dialogue Mass celebrated by Father Frank McKiernan himself a life long member of the Pioneer Total Abstinence Association. Father PJ McManus Chaplain to the Cavan branch led the congregation in their responses as each member renewed their pledge to abstain from alcoholic drink. There followed a very enjoyable social in the Town Hall.

Pictured at the grand opening of McGinnity’s new travel agency at Kelly’s Terrace are John and Josephine McGinnity proprietors Alex Doyle sales rep Aer Lingus Gay Fanning Aer Lingus hostess and William Miley district sales manager Aer Lingus who performed the opening.

Lourdes pilgrimage 1962 under the auspices of the Oblate Fathers Wednesday 1st August to Saturday 11th August 1962. Lourdes five nights and Paris three nights all for 42 guineas . Applications to Rev Pilgrim Secretary Oblate Fathers Pilltown county Kilkenny.

Cavan win their 8th McKenna Cup beating Armagh by 0-9 to 0-2 in the final at wet and slippery Gavin Duffy Park Monaghan. Handling of the ball was very difficult in the treacherous conditions but Cavan and particularly their new goalkeeper Sean Og Flood were outstanding and will be a force in the forthcoming Championship. Cavan led by 0-4 to 0-2 at the interval.

Mrs Eisler Wellington New Zealand and late of Cavan is guest of honour at the annual Cumainn Rinnce an Cabhan annual dinner in the Ulster Arms where the quality of the Ceilidhe dancing reached a very high level.

Private Finbar McCauley son of Mr and Mrs McCauley flies out to the Congo with the 37th Battalion United Nations forces.

Irish team finish last in home International fishing contest on Lough Levan Scotland. England were the winners with 103 lbs of trout Scotland 2nd Wales 3rd and Ireland 4th and last. Surgeon Bertie Cullen caught seven trout weighing a total of 7 lbs 8 ozs while D Halton Cootehill caught four trout for a total weight of 4 lbs 13 ozs. Dr Bertie was second best rod on the Irish team and gained a place on the Irish team for 1963.

June 3^rd 1962 Phil Cullivan is elected Chairman of Cavan Drama Festival committee.

Death of the well known highly popular Patrick Donegan Emmett Place. Veteran of the 1st World War fighting with the British Army. He is survived by his wife sons daughters brother relatives and many friends. There was a large and representative attendance at the funeral from the Cathedral of Saints Patrick and Felim to Cullies cemetery.

Death of Elizabeth Fay wife of Patrick Fay 19 Owen Roe Terrace Cavan. She was a woman of great Christian virtue and was known for her charitable deeds and hospitality. Survived by her husband sons daughters brothers sisters relatives and many friends. There was a large and representative attendance at the funeral in the Cathedral of Saints Patrick and Felim with burial later in Cullies cemetery.

Five hundred children take part in the Bailieboro Deanery of the Kilmore Diocese choral festival directed by Father ABC McGrath. Fifteen choirs sang at the Solemn High Mass that preceded the competitions where the celebrant was Father Joe Young CC Bailieboro with Bishop Austin Quinn presiding in the newly renovated magnificent Saint Anne’s Church. The deacon was Father Joe Duffy Ballyjamesduff and the sub deacon Father Brian McNamara Maghera. The Master of Ceremonies was Father T Murray Virginia.

Cavan Technical School leave on their annual outing to Dundalk and Drogheda via Cootehill and Carrickmacross at 8:45 am . They had lunch in Drogheda before visiting Saint Peter’s Church to view the head of Blessed Oliver Plunkett. Later they visited the Hill of Slane and other historical sites in the area and were back in Cavan just before ten o clock.

Eddie and Essie O Reilly leave for Birr where Eddie is taking up a promotion with his employers ESSO. They were the recipients of a presentation at a well attended social in the Farnham Hotel. Eddie’s brother Kenneth and sister Marie have just left Cavan to team up with brother Mel in Ontario Canada. Eddie is the last of the famous Reilly family to leave Cavan.

In an appeal for funds the local committee point out that the Jubilee Nurse service is completely financed by voluntary donations and the nurse makes 800 calls per annum as well as making 60 calls per month to children under the age of one year.

Three buses of pilgrims from Navan on their way to Lough Derg stop off in Cavan bringing a buzz to the town in mid week.

‘The Old Mill Bar’ beat the ‘Yukon Bar’ Belturbet in the semi final of the Cavan dart’s league. They will now play ‘Phair’s ‘ Killeshandra in the final at ‘Donohoe’s Bar’ Ballyconnell. Andy Galligan of the ‘Old Mill’ is the secretary of the association.

Cumann Seanchas Bhreifne hold their annual outing starting in West Cavan at Glangevlin village then on to Blacklion taking the scenic Drumshanbo route visiting the local castle and on to Fenagh village near Ballinamore visiting the site of the old Franciscan monastery before visiting Ballinamore and the castle of the O Rourke’s on the shores of Garadice lake.

June 10^th 1962 Peter Pritchard is presented with the trophy as best overall athlete at the Saint Patrick’s College Sports by the President of the Past Pupils Union Dr CJ O Reilly Granard.

Big fire in College Street as the flames leaping high in the air at one stage threaten the entire street. The fire originated in the house of PJ Carroll well known Insurance Agent where the only occupant eighteen year old Marlene was watching television and later preparing to visit the Magnet Cinema when she was alerted by a neighbour that the house was on fire. The adjoining house belonging to Roseanne Smith was badly damaged and the fire brigades had to cut the roof to ensure that the entire street did no go up in flames. Cavan Fire Brigade were joined by units from Belturbet Ballyjamesduff and Cootehill. When John Igoe’s and Kathy McCoy’s houses were endangered the brigades acted swiftly to cut them off. Starting at 7:30 aprox the fire was not fully under control until after ten o clock. It is understood that Mr Carroll his wife Kathleen son Raymond and daughter Marlene were uninjured in the blaze and have just purchased and furnished a new house in the new Highfield Road estate which they intend to move into next week.

Pauline Carroll College Street is the lucky winner of £125 in the Irish Wheelchair Association draw in which she paid a stake of 1/-. She is pictured receiving her cheque at McCarren’s factory from Oliver Murphy Director IWA and Pauline Smith promoter M/ S McCarren and Company.

Jackson’s advertise “return fare to Bundoran 16/- or one way 10/6”

John English wins the Bhreifne Shield at Cavan Golf Club beating Niall Walsh in a nail biting final. He is pictured receiving the famous shield from the Captain WP O Hanlon. While over in the Ladie’s section the Lyons Cup is presented to the winner TC Maguire Belturbet by Bridie Smyth Captain. The runner up was Joan O Hanlon.

Andy and Mrs Galligan ‘Old Mill Bar’ continues their heavy promotional campaign in the Anglo Celt declaring “good food, drink, service, staff and very clean are hallmarks of this new venture by Andy and Ann Galligan DScI Phone Cavan 261.

Death of Brigid Duignan 6 Saint Patrick’s Swellan at Saint Phelim’s Hospital. She was a member of an old and distinguished Cavan family and she was known for her deep Christian faith devotion and charity to the less well off in the community. Her late husband who died some years ago was employed by GNR at Cavan Station. She is survived by her sons Patrick Christopher Thomas Terry and Jimmy daughters Kathleen and Margaret brother Charles Smith and sister Mrs O Neill Liverpool. There was a large and representative attendance at the funeral from the Cathedral of Saints Patrick and Felim to Saint Brigid’s cemetery Killygarry with Father PJ McManus the celebrant.

Death of Mary Anne Tilson widow of the late Samuel Tilson Cortubber Ricehill. Survived by her sorrowing family. Funeral from Kilmore Cathedral to the adjoining cemetery. ‘Peace perfect peace’

Pictured are the organising committee of Saint Patrick’s College Sports. Brian Smith Eamon Bredin Paddy Traynor Joe Leydon Michael Collins Jack Heerey and Richard Morgan. Results 100 yards intermediate Brendan Harvey. Junior 100 yards Greg Patton. 100 yards Championship Tom Sheridan 2nd Peter Pritchard and 3rd Charles Flynn. One mile Michael Gaynor Oliver McCann Jimmy Stafford. 220 yards Peter Pritchard 2nd Patrick Gaffney and 3rd Charlie Flynn. 440 yards Peter Pritchard 2nd Michael Gaynor 3rd Noel Brady. 440 yards day student’s 1st Raymond Carroll 2nd Frank McKiernan and 3rd Patsy Lee. Noel Brady won the high jump as well as the long jump 2nd Percy Gilchreest and 3rd Eamonn Cooke. Obstacle Race Dennis Murray.

Death of Patrick Brady in Brighton. Native of Wolfe Tone Street he emigrated 52 years ago and served in the 1914-1918 World War in India. He was son of the well known James Brady signal man at Cavan GNR Station.

Neighbours and cousins John McCaffrey and Alex Weir record a catch of twenty pike at Rann and Rivery on the River Erne near Cavan town with one pike weighing over 14 lbs.

Mr and Mrs William Hardwicke are building a new house at Keadue Lane. William is a native of Limerick and is just back from America where he spent the last 42 years of his life. His wife is a member of the well known Farrell family from Oakwood Ballyhaise and they were married in New York just over 32 years ago.

June 17^th 1962 The Dail are startled by the announcement from Mr Ryan Minister of Finance that the price of twenty cigarettes will shoot up by a further penny having been increased in the recent Budget by two pence.

Cavan town’s Andrew Breslin a native of Shankill adds to his self drive fleet with the acquisition of a further sixteen cars to cater for the growing demand for self drive cars.

Pictured are Pierce Anne and Leithin Gorby all prize winners at the two day Feis Erne opened by Bishop Austin Quinn in ideal weather conditions at Rory O Moore Park with the Minister for External Affairs Frank Aiken delivering the Feis address. There were over 800 entries at the 22nd Feis and the parade from the town was led by the Steadfast Brass and Reed Band Carrickmacross and the De La Salle Flagelot Band with hundreds of dancers in bright coloured costumes from all over the area following in the parade.

Death of Rose Brady at the residence of her son in law Mathias Donnelly Tierquin. She lived all her life in Corasalee and was wife of the late Patrick Brady. She was extremely well known for her hospitality and charitable nature and was mother of Father Brady . There was a large and representative attendance at the removal and funeral to the Cathedral of Saints Patrick and Felim with burial later in Drumavaddy cemetery.

Rev RG Perdue Bishop of Cora conducts the well attended mission at Cavan Parish Church which lasted from Ascension Thursday to the following Sunday when Bishop EFB Moore presided in the packed church.

Maureen Mullery daughter of Stan and Mrs Mullery resigns her post as a clerical officer in Aer Lingus to enter the mother house of the Poor Clare Order in Newry as a postulant.

Paddy O Reilly who emigrated 37 years ago to America is on his first visit home to his sister Molly O Reilly College Street and Mrs Maguire Connolly Street. He is a brother of Jack Reilly ‘the barber’ Connolly Street.

Small supply keen demand at reduced prices at Cavan Fair. Small improvement in the price of pigs but horses were slightly back on recent times. Cattle one year old £35-55 two year olds £47-10-00-£55 while three year olds fetched £60-£74. Milch cows £40-£50 springers £50-60. Working horses £45-£50 colts £45-55 ponies £30-40 knackers £50-£60 donkeys £8-£12. Carrying sows £30-35 and bonhams £10-12 per pair.

Loreto Past Pupils Union President Kathleen Kenny Vice President Mrs Peter McDwyer Secretary Lauri McConnell Treasurer Kathleen Murray committee Mrs Greg McGovern Brid Sheridan Rosemary Power Joan O Hanlon Evelyn McCabe Maura Baxter Anna May Cooke Margaret Sullivan Sheila McGinnity and Madeline Gilligan. The outgoing President Rita Kenny presented a substantial cheque to the Mother Superior for the building programme.

June 23^rd 1962 Lavey Strand Lake six miles from Cavan town to be restocked with 50,000 rainbow trout after the coarse fish perch pike bream etc are removed. The operation is in the capable hands of Maurice Leggett District Field Manager Inland Fisheries Trust. Lavey is a very deep lake with an average depth of over twenty feet rising to 32 feet in places.

Dr V Barry is appointed County Cavan Medical Officer of Health succeeding Dr Michael Cooney who has retired to Dublin. Native of Dublin Dr Barry was educated at the Royal College of Surgeons and later served in the Richmond Hospital graduating in 1947. He served in London Edinburgh and Cardiff where he also lectured in Cardiff University. He was Assistant MOH Tipperary for five years and later served as an Inspector in the Department of Health.

Dr PA ‘Tony’ Farrelly the new Director of Medicine at Saint Joseph’s Lisdarn is a native of Trim county Meath and was educated at UCD graduating in 1952. He served his internship for three years in Saint Kevin’s Hospital Dublin. He was appointed Regional Physician for Sligo Donegal and Leitrim for one year. He then took an eighteen month course in Obstetrics and was Senior Registrar in Derby Royal Infirmary. He holds MD and MRCPI degrees.

Michael Cullivan son of Joe and Mary Cullivan Cathedral Road is ordained a priest at Saint Patrick’s Seminary Maynooth. He said his first Mass in Maynooth on Monday morning when family and close friends were present. His first public Mass in Cavan was at 7:30 pm on Corpus Christi when he imparted his blessing to the large congregation.

Death of Rose Lee late of 13 Owen Roe Cavan at the residence of her daughter 17 Tillington Road Staffordshire. She is survived by her husband brothers mother in law relatives and many friends both in Cavan and Tillington. Funeral from Saint Patrick’s Church Stafford to Stafford cemetery.

Death of Kate Reilly late 20 Owen Roe relict of Philip Reilly at Heatherwoods Hospital Bracknell England. She recently travelled to England to visit relatives. She was one of Cavan’s oldest and most respected residents. She was mother of John Reilly Staff Officer Cavan County Council. She was wife of the late Paddy well known GAA footballer with Cavan Harps and Crubany before emigrating some years ago. Survived by her brother family relatives and many friends. Funeral took place to All Saint’s cemetery Bracknall.

Joe Kenny Monumental Sculpture has changed address from ‘The Dew Drop Inn’ to the adjacent ‘Mill Rock’ where there are entries from Main Street College Street and River Street. Joe has just installed the most modern equipment and full satisfaction and courtesy are guaranteed. Joe Kenny Monumental Works Mill Rock Cavan. Phone Cavan 148.

Ray Dunne has recovered from his recent serious injury which he picked up in the recent Saint Patrick’s College Cavan McRory Cup success and will play for Cavan minors in their first round clash against Armagh in Breffni Park. Another local Paddy Lyons son of Frank and Mary Lyons Drumlark will play in goals for Cavan. Cavan minor team Paddy Lyons Junior Dowd Ray Dunne M O Reilly S Cullen Peter Pritchard B O Reilly T Galligan Tom Sheridan C Cahill Noel Brady Pat Tinnelly Larry Ready Tony Brady and Dessie Brady.

George McClarey former Derry City footballer and director of Tractamotors teams up with former Louth minor star Liam Bogue to win the Committee Fourball at County Cavan Golf Club.

Death of the legendary Bob Quinlan Lisnamandra Crossdoney at the age of 82. He was the last surviving member of the original committee of sixty who formed Cavan Show Society in 1900. Well known farmer carpenter and builder Bob had a particular love for horses and was regarded as and expert judge. He never missed a show in his long life and was always the most enthusiastic and industrious of a hard working committee- his expert skills as a carpenter being very much in demand when preparing the grounds each year. He was a most pleasant unassuming man popular and well known to all creeds and classes. He is survived by his son Rev Dermot Quinlan Chaplain British Army Henry Headmaster Masonic School Dublin and daughter Mrs Noel Sterne England two sisters Edith Swift Dublin and N Madden Belfast. Rev RCH Turkington presided at the large and representative funeral from Kilmore Cathedral to the adjoining graveyard. A meeting of the Show Society on Wednesday night was adjourned as a mark of respect.

“ For your holiday rent a 1962 self drive car Paddy Donohoe Phone Cavan 174.”

The annual Corpus Christi procession through the streets of the town is cancelled due to the inclement weather. All private and business houses were beautifully decorated and papal flags and bunting flew from every vantage point. Father Joe Dolan Adm recited the rosary in the Cathedral while Father PJ Gargan CC imparted Benediction of the Most Holy Sacrament to a capacity attendance in the Cathedral of Saints Patrick and Felim.

Sean Walsh Wolfe Tone Street swims Lough Sheelin both ways a journey of over fourteen miles non stop on Whit Monday. Sean is in strict training for the Donegal Bay swim which he will undertake with his good friend Jack McCelland in July.

McCabe and Galligan Auctioneers ‘Old Mill Bar’ sell another farm of land this time at Drumcalpin Tullyco Cootehill. The purchaser was local farmer Charles Smith.

Peter Paul Higgins of 7 Saint Phelim’s Place is nursing an exhausted carrier pigeon MUF 1256NT back to health as the pigeon landed in his garden on Saturday last.

Ken Browne well known band singer and barman in the Ritz Bar draws ‘Atlantis’ in the Irish Sweep’s Derby Sweepstake. Ken under the name ‘more poker’ holds a third share in the horse in the Irish Hospital Sweepstake sold by Phil Gargan proprietor of the Ritz Bar. The race will be televised on Eurovision and is worth £67,500 the biggest prize money ever offered in a European race. The commentator on RTE is Micheal O Hehir while Peter O Sullivan and Clive Graham will commentate for the BBC viewers throughout Britain.

“Matt McCutcheon the Man’s Shop 40 Upper Main Street opposite Smyth’s Electrical suits made to measure collar attached shirts a speciality. Sale now on 2/6 or 12 ½ % discount this week call or phone Cavan 178.

“Smyth’s 60 Main Street Cavan –See the Hoovermatic phone Cavan 88”

June 30^th 1962 Turbulent game between Armagh and Cavan in the first round of the Ulster Championship at Breffni Park where thirteen man Cavan emerged victorious by 3-8 to 2-2 after Jim McDonnell Captain and Hugh Barney Donohoe were sent off by over lenient Tyrone referee Jim Devlin who eventually lost control of the game following several pitch invasions by side line patrons in the second half that eventually lasted 55 minutes and was only allowed to continue due to the intervention of over 1,000 stewards who were drafted in for the game. Hugh Loughran Armagh later suffered the wrath of the referee and was sent off with the Orchard county finishing the game with fourteen men. Cavan only played in spasms but the main difference in the sides was the emergence of Ray Carolan Cross as a young player of real class and strength on his championship debut. Cavan led by 1-5 to 1-2 at half time. Cavan minors meanwhile with a star studded line out were totally outplayed by Armagh and only for the last minute goal put a shine on the score they would have been beaten out of sight with Armagh winning in a canter 0-12 to 1-6. Armagh led by 0-5 to 0-1 at half time with Cavan lacking teamwork and cohesion. Tony Brady was outstanding in attack with good support from Saint Patrick’s College star Noel Brady. Ray Dunne Butlersbridge was sound in the full back position but received support only from Junior O Dowd while Peter Pritchard only came into his own in the second half.

De La Salle Cavan will play Castlerahan in the final of the Urban League while Ballintemple will play Denn in the Rural final at Breffni Park.

Pictured is Terry Duignan home on holiday at 6 Saint Patrick’s Swellan an interested spectator at the Cavan V Armagh game on Sunday. Manager of the New York team that will tour Ireland in July he is a former Cavan Slashers and Saint Tiernach’s Clones star and won a McKenna Cup medal with Cavan in 1950.

Death of Thomas Plunkett NT Ballyhaise at his residence after a long illness. He was Principal of Saint Mary’s National School Ballyhaise for many years. Prominent Gael he represented Munterconnaught as both a player and official at Cavan County Board. He was for many years Cavan’s representative on the Ulster Council of the GAA. He was a sterling Gael and a great supporter of the Irish language and culture. He was a most pleasant decent man with an outstandingly gentle manly manner. Native of Munterconnaught. He taught in Dublin where he qualified as a teacher and Lurganure Killinkere before being appointed Principal Ballyhaise National School in 1926. He was a prominent member of Cavan INTO serving as both Chairman and Secretary. He took an active part in the LDF serving as Group Leader during the Emergency of 1939-1946. He was struck down with illness a few years ago and was nursed and cared for in his own home by his wife Maria and young family. He is survived by his wife Maria nee Brady Ballyhaise sons daughters relatives neighbours and many friends. The funeral from Saint Mary’s Church Ballyhaise was the largest seen in the village for many years with burial taking place in Saint Patrick’s cemetery Castletara.

The Legion of Mary run four bus loads to Knock on their annual pilgrimage including two buses for the many invalids. The Children of Mary ran a minibus with Father Gargan Chaplain also travelling.

Sean McManus ‘Central Café’ Bridge Street will appear in the upcoming ‘Broadsheet’ on RTE, Sean has already appeared on UTV.

Monica Cusack Saint Phelim’s Place wins a scholarship tenable for five years to Saint Clare’s Secondary College Cavan. She is daughter of Tommy and Mrs Cusack Saint Phelim’s Place.

Saint Joseph’s Young Priest’s Society 1962 President Michael Harding Rock Cross Treasurer Anne Jenkins Swellan Secretary Mary B McGoldrick Drumalee.

Mel Keaveney acting Town Clerk officially closes the Central Market House as contractors move in to build a wall sealing off the entrance from Abbey Street and the last of the tenants move out. All of the stall holders are re accommodated in the Market Square. The site has been acquired from Cavan Urban Council by the Department of Posts and Telegraphs for the erection of a new Post Office.

July 7^th 1962 Eamonn McCabe a native of Clones is appointed manager of Smith’s Garage Cavan having originally served the company as Manager in Castleblayney and Ballina county Mayo.

John McGovern and George V Maloney Jnr are presented with the golden pelicans for donating fifteen pints of blood at the Blood Transfusion Unit’s three day clinic in the Protestant Hall.

The Farnham Arms Hotel is withdrawn from auction when the bidding reached £16,000 at Daniel Morrissey and Sons Auctioneers Lower Merrion Street Dublin. JJ Walker 31 Westmoreland Street acted for the vendors the Tully family while Tom Fitzpatrick acted for the purchasers a local consortium comprising Michael Young Ashe Street and the Connolly family Chemist’s Cavan.

Nurse Eileen M Walsh wins the Matron’s prize at Dulwich Hospital prize giving day. She is daughter of JP Walsh Cavan UDC and Mrs Walsh 17 Saint Patrick’s Swellan.

Ina Hickey wins the Lady Captain’s prize (Bridie Smyth’s) at County Cavan Golf Club runner up was Mrs Benny Hickey while Kathleen Sullivan had the best gross.

Cavan’s De La Salle beat Castlerahan 6-6 to 3-3 to win the Urban School’s Final for the third consecutive year at Breffni Park after leading at half time by 5-4 to 1-0. Big team big performances from Dom Twoomey and Joey O Keefe in defence ably assisted by David Johnston Tom McNamara Noel Galligan Sean Gaffney in defence. While at midfield Sean Gaffney and JJ Reilly ruled supreme. Paddy Reilly and Oliver O Donnell were the main scorers for De La Salle who ran riot in the first half and took their foot of the pedal to save Castlerahan from humiliation. Michael Lyons Oliver Shanaghy and Philip Shanaghy were also prominent for De La Salle with referee Mick McCarthy Stradone in charge of the whistle.

Cavan Clerical Students play Cavan Juniors in a challenge at Breffni Park on the 11th July at 8 pm . Team Tom McKiernan Fintan McKiernan Phil Brady T Smith P McGuiness J ‘Sean’ Brady Brian Morris Finbar O Reilly V O Reilly Martin Kelly Felim Kelly Terry Gillick Brian Boylan S Soraghan and Brian McElhenny Harry O Reilly T McCullagh and Gerard Finegan .

“Bands of the day from Carnival of the year at Butlersbridge Carnival August 12th – September 9th 1962”

Susan Marie O Reilly daughter of Mr and Mrs Patrick O Reilly Annaglough takes first place and five year scholarship at Saint Clare’s Secondary School Cavan.

Entries for the Cavan Motor Rally to take place on the main roads in the county can be sent to Billy Morris Bridge Street Mervyn Johnston Farnham Street or Billy H Morris McCusker’s Salon Main Street Cavan. It is intended to form a Motor Club in Cavan following this inaugural event.

Boy Scout’s Accordion Band are back on the road following their impressive performance at the Cavan Armagh match in Breffni Park. Congratulations are showered on John Donohoe Scoutmaster and Gerry Maguire a long time member of Cavan CBSI who recently married Ethna McGovern late Drumkilly and Cathedral Road in the Cathedral of Saints Patrick and Felim Cavan.

“Mr PD Maloney FRCSI Cavan Surgical Hospital will be on holiday for three weeks from Sunday 8th July”.

July 14^th 1962 Eamon Cusack son of Tommy and Mrs Cusack Saint Phelim’s Place is pictured with his trophy following his win in the junior handwriting national finals sponsored by the Sunday Independent and Platinum. A similar trophy was awarded to his teacher Rev Brother Sylvester De La Salle Brothers Cavan.

No Cavan Show this year in fact the committee under PN Smith announce that due to mounting debt and lack of interest particularly among the young farming fraternity the Society will be wound up. The Show was held annually every year except 1958 since its inception in 1900. The last surviving member of the trustees and founders of the Show Bob Quinlan builder carpenter and farmer has just very recently died.

Eddie Murray Drumelis playing off 7 wins the Captain’s WP O Hanlon’s Prize at County Cavan Golf Club with a nett 66. Father Michael Gilbride Ballinagh was runner up with 67 nett while FR McNulty had the best gross.

Death of the very popular highly respected Patrick Kerrigan Lisreagh at the early age of 67 in Saint Phelim’s Hospital. He was one of the most respected men in the district always available to help a neighbour. He was one of nature’s gentlemen and was known for his Christian devotion and unfailing charity and hospitality. He was an outstanding supporter of the Cavan team and never missed a fixture in Breffni Park. Ill for some time he is survived by his wife Mary son Sean daughters Greta an official in the Anglo Celt Phyllis and Eilish brother in law Father John Brady CSSP Nigeria and Sister Magdalena Holy Rosary Sisters Nigeria. There was a very large and representative attendance at the funeral in the Cathedral of Saints Patrick and Felim with Father PJ Gargan chief celebrant assisted by Father PJ Corrigan Denn. Burial later took place in Saint Brigid’s cemetery Killygarry.

Paddy and Michael O Reilly Butlersbridge acquire the well known Belturbet garage business of ‘Phair Brother’s’ on the Diamond in Belturbet. “Mechanics and Panel beating experts formerly operating in Church Street Cavan guaranteeing best service sales and workmanship phone Belturbet 4”

Cavan very unimpressive in 1-6 to 0-3 win over a poor Antrim team in Casement Park Belfast in the semi final of the Ulster senior championship. They displayed very little of the quality

required to dethrone the All Ireland champions Down in the forthcoming final to be played in Casement Park Belfast after Down defeated Tyrone in the other semi final. Cavan went into the game without the suspended Jim McDonnell captain Hugh Barney O Donohoe James Brady and Con Smith all suffering from serious leg injuries. With the young exuberant Ray Carolan ‘lording it’ at midfield Cavan enjoyed the lion’s share of possession but only led by 4 points to 3 at the interval after wasting a bagful of chances. Seamus McMahon lost his marker after eight minutes of the second half to crash a brilliant goal to the net and book the Cavan entry to the 1962 Ulster final.

Death of the very popular and well known James Sheridan at the residence of his sister Mrs Connolly Drumelis. He was a native of Coolboyogue and was a member of an old and very highly respected family well known in the Cavan Butlersbridge areas. Father ABC McGrath CC officiated at the well attended funeral which took place from the Cathedral of Saints Patrick and Felim to Cullies cemetery.

Annual fishing competition will take place for the 9-14 year olds of the area at Bakersbridge this Saturday sponsored by the local Cavan Angler’s Club. All participants are asked to bring drinking and eating utensils with food and minerals supplied. Maurice Jackson will supply the luxury coaches to take the boys to and from the venue.

Trade again slow as stocks remain high at Cavan Fair .Yearlings fetched from £30-35 two year olds from ~£50-58 three year olds from £60-70 milch cows £40-50 springers £50-60. Ponies £25-35 donkeys £8-12. Bonhams £8-12 per pair and carrying sows £30-35.

Adam Faith thrills his legion of fans at Cavan’s Sport’s Centre. He is one of Britain’s top pop acts and regularly features in the top twenty on Radio Luxembourg.

July 21^st 1962 Over 300 young anglers take part in the very enjoyable fishing competition at Bakersbridge. Travelling in a fleet of Jackson’s luxury coaches and treated to tea minerals and sandwiched by the Cavan Angler’s Club who sponsored the event. Rev Father Gerry Smith of the Columban Fathers recorded the event on film and this will be shown all over the world. George V Maloney Junior Chairman of the Angler’s Club presented the prizes to the winners who were 9 years Bernard Sharkey Saint Phelim’s Place 2nd T Lee 3rd Derek Crowe 4th S Lee 5th Hughie Murray 6th Francie Murray. 10 year olds 1st Edward Quinn 2nd Eddie Allen 3rd D McCormack 4th Davey Lee 5th T Cahill. 12 year olds 1st Tom Greene 2nd Michael Smith both Saint Phelim’s Place 3rd Oliver Reilly Imperial Hotel 4th Gerry McCormack 5th C Smith. 13 year old 1st Oliver Shanaghy 2nd Danny O Hanlon 3rd Michael Lyons and 4th Dennis O Keefe.

Kester William Heaslip eldest son of Chris and Mrs Heaslip ex NT Carrickaboy Cavan an official of the Department of Foreign Affairs is transferred from Brussels to Ottawa Canada as First Secretary Diplomatic Corps. Educated at Denn NS where his mother was a most respected teacher Royal School Cavan and Trinity College Dublin. He graduated as the Scholar of Trinity.

Pat Shields off a handicap of 9 wins the Caddie’s Cup with a 35 net at County Cavan Golf Club presented by the present Captain Willie P O Hanlon 2nd was Eddie Shields off 8 with 39 and 3rd was Michael McDermott playing off 10 with 43 nett.

De La Salle School’s Finals where the Blues beat the Reds with Sean Sharkey Tony McCaul Pat Conaty Sean McKiernan Andrew McEntee Dermot Walsh John Murphy Gerry O Reilly captain Sean Lee Bernard Galligan Joseph Scanlon. Greens pictured won the Senior Final with Michael McCarthy L Sanderson Michael Connolly Austin Loonam Tom McEntee Jimmy McCormack Pat McNamara R Constantine captain Desmond Hickey John J Brady and Norman Breslin.

Rain in June 1962 amounted to only 1.6 inches on fifteen rainy days with .40 inches falling on the 18th . The total for June 1961 was 2.00 inches on twenty rainy days.

Cavan Gaels Minors win Divisional Final following their 2-10 to 2-3 victory over Belturbet at O Moore Park Belturbet. Large attendance witnessed a thrilling game with Jim Mooney’s goal giving the Gael’s a 1-6 to 1-3 interval lead. Gerry Carroll Des Lambert Jim Mooney and Ray Dunne were outstanding for the Gael’s.

Couldn’t find any News Items for the 21st July 1962.

July 28^th 1962 New Ross FCA Pipe Band lead the parade of men on parade around the town prior to their departure for their annual two week training in Gormanston county Meath. The party are under the supervision of Cmdt Jim Scanlon.

Andrew Donohoe together with his wife are pictured admiring the work of older brother and Cavan legend James College Street. Andrew was a top GAA player lining out with brother Charles for the local Slashers winning Championship medals in the period 1921- 1923. Mrs Farrell sister Military Row and Maisie daughter of James are also in the picture.

The famous pubs O Mara’s of Austin Quay and O Mara’s of Bachelor’s Walk both owned by Alackan native and greyhound enthusiast are sold at auction by Con P Smith. The premises at Aston Quay fetched the highest price ever paid for a pub in Ireland £49,350 beating the previous record of £48,480. O Mara’s of Bachelor’s Walk fetched £30,000.

PJ O Neill Sport’s Editor of the Anglo Celt is the only journalist in Ireland to predict that Cavan will topple the All Ireland and Ulster Champions Down in the Ulster Final to be played next Sunday with Ray Carolan and Tom Lynch likely to give Cavan the edge at midfield.

Cavan Clerical Students beat Good Sheppard New York by 3-9 to 4-3 in a challenge at Breffni Park Cavan. Scorers for Cavan P McGuinness 1-3 Brian Boylan 1-2 Martin Kelly 1-1 V O Reilly 0-3. M Maguire 2-1 Tommy Duignan Swellan 1-2 and McCann 1-0 replied for Good Sheppard with Fintan Tierney referee.

Very Rev Philip Ruddy Bridge Street on holidays with his parents in Bridge Street. He is ministering as Pastor in Saint Joseph’s Florida USA and was home four years ago.

Death of Kathleen Sheridan formerly11 Saint Bridget’s Terrace in Manchester. She was wife of Charles Sheridan and daughter of the famous Pat Johnston 10 Wolfe Tone Street former Labour member of Cavan UDC for many years.

Sean Young catches the biggest rainbow trout yet on the recently restocked Annagh Lake when he lands a 3lbs 11 ozs beauty. Mr Scott Drung took three fish ranging in weight from 1-3 lbs on the same occasion.

Marie T McSweeney Buttervent county Cork wins the Treasure Chase on the main roads of the county organised by Cavan Motor Club with Sean Leddy Milltown Belturbet a close 2nd and Frank Connolly Drumalee 3rd.

August 5^th 1962 Jim McDonnell Captain of the victorious Cavan team that beat Down by 3-6 to 0-5 before a record crowd of 40,000 in ideal weather conditions at Casement Park Belfast in the Ulster Final is seen on the front page receiving the Anglo Celt Cup from Paddy McFlynn President of the Ulster Council GAA. In picture are a very young Ray Carolan man of the match and Jimmy Stafford who scored two of Cavan’s goals. Cavan’s first success since 1955 and in the meantime Tyrone Derry and Down won the Ulster title for the very first time with Down winning the All Ireland title in 1960 and 1961. Cavan are now firm favourites to win their 6th All Ireland title and should get over Roscommon who were crowned Connaught Champions after a last gasp win over an ailing Galway team. Cavan led Down by 2-3 to 0-4 with goals from James Brady and Jimmy Stafford who was a constant thorn in the side of a ragged Down defence who had neither the energy or the will to match the Killinkere youngster who has just completed his Leaving Cert at Saint Patrick’s College. Sean Og Flood who won a Leinster Championship medal with Louth was seldom troubled in the Cavan goal Gabriel Kelly PJ McCaffrey and rock solid Mickey Brady were brilliant at the back while the outstanding half back line of Tony Morris Tom Maguire and captain Jim McDonnell dominated the much vaunted Down half forward line who just didn’t have the ‘stomach’ for the battle. Ray Carolan another 18 year old from Saint Patrick’s College was man of the match while he got sterling support from Tom Lynch. Cavan’s half forward line of Con Smith the burly Hugh Barney O Donohoe and Jimmy Stafford overwhelmed the Down centre half back line with Hugh Barney out muscling the burly Jim McCartan. Seamus McMahon Charlie Gallagher and James Brady took every opportunity that presented itself with Charlie scoring four points from frees McMahon two points from play and James Brady settling Cavan with his early goal. Team Sean Og Flood Gabriel Kelly PJ McCaffrey Mickey Brady Tony Morris Tom Maguire Jim McDonnell Captain Ray Carolan Tom Lynch Con Smith Hugh Barney Donohoe Jimmy Stafford Seamus McMahon Charlie Gallagher and James Brady. PJ O Gorman for Gabriel Kelly injured. Referee John Dowling Offaly. “Hogan Stand tickets now available for the Semi Final against Roscommon from Paddy Donohoe ‘Saint Anthony’s ‘ Glenside Road Cavan price 7/6. First come first served limited supply.”

Bonfires blazing in Cavan town as Cavan welcomes home the new Ulster Champions. All modes of transport pressed into service to bring the record crowd to and from Belfast as hopes rise that Cavan can win their sixth All Ireland crown. The main topic of conversation in the town all week was Cavan’s miraculous comeback into the GAA elite.

Death of Margaret McCabe 2 Lake View after a short illness at Cavan Surgical Hospital. She was wife of Thomas McCabe well known dealer in Cavan and was known for her pleasing personality Christian virtue and unstinting charity. She is survived by her husband Thomas sons daughters and grandchildren. There was a large and representative attendance at the funeral from the Cathedral to Cullies cemetery.

Most Rev Dr Quinn Bishop of Kilmore attends the Investiture ceremony of Cavan CBSI in the Town Hall with the scouts leaving for their annual holiday in Enniscrone the following day.

The annual ten day Oblate Pilgrimage leaves on Thursday with seven invalids from Cavan travelling with the party. A novena of Masses will be held in Lourdes for the intentions of all donors to the Invalid Fund.

Cumann Rinnce an Cabhan star in open air ceilidhe in the presence of the President of the Gaelic League Michael McCarthy. Una Healy Kathleen Lyons Mary O Hanlon Rose Newman Margaret Greenan Kathleen Newman Ethel Gumley Mel Doherty Brian McGlashin John Reilly Sarsfield Donohoe Sean Sharkey Micheal Greenan Kevin Downey Francis McDermott Michael Maguire and Seamus De Faoite. The dancers will compete in the All Ireland Finals in Longford next weekend.

August 11^th 1962 Nicky Smith only son of Dr Darragh and Una Smith Farnham Street has won three senior titles at the Leinster swimming championships at Blackrock Baths winning the 100 meters freestyle and butterfly and 400 metre freestyle all in new record times. Nicky was also the winner of the Scratch Cup at the Evening Herald sponsored Liffey Swim and the TP Kelly Cup at the ‘Eye of Howth race recently.

John P McKiernan County Council is appointed Chairman of Cavan Committee of Agriculture.

Father Tom Halton from Chapel Road Kilnaleck is conferred with his PhD at the Catholic University of Washington where he is Professor of English. He will be home on his annual holiday shortly.

Cavan who are on the crest of a wave will play a strong Cork team in Sunday’s All Ireland Junior Semi Final at Breffni Park. Cavan Paddy Lyons Drumalee Eamonn O Grady Redhills captain Vincent Cahill Castlerahan Finbar O Reilly Ballinagh Pat Clarke Bailieborough J Quinn Ballyconnell Ambrose Given Ballyhaise Donal O Grady Ballyhaise Padraic Boyle Crosserlough Brian Kennedy Kingscourt Martin Kelly Bailieborough M Sheridan Killinkere Larry Mulvaney Maghera and Philip ‘Lightning’ Murray Cavan Gaels. Subs Donal Crotty Ballinagh John Joe O Reilly Crosserlough Frankie Kennedy Drumlane Paddy McInerney Redhills Frankie Walsh Drumalee Tom Sheridan Butlersbridge P Carolan Killinkere and J Currans Ballyconnell.

Marilyn Monroe screen icon has been found dead in bed at her Los Angeles home. Two doctors called to her Brentwood home by a cleaning lady certified the star’s death.

Tom Malone son of George V and Eileen Farnham Street wins the exclusive concession to supply self drive cars at Cork Airport.

Cumann Rinnce an Cabhan win the senior four hand reel at the All Ireland Finals in Longford. They were placed second in the eight hand reel and sixteen hand reel where the troop were augmented by dancers from Meath.

George V Maloney after a long day on Lough Sheelin lands a 5 lbs 5 ozs trout at ten o clock. George didn’t finish until after 11 after landing the specimen trout who put up a great fight..

August 18^th 1962 Right Rev Felim Colwell Abbott of Kilnacrott celebrates the silver jubilee of his ordination with Pontifical High Mass with Father Norbert Ellis CRP preaching the sermon. A luncheon followed where dignitaries of Church and State paid tribute to Abbott Colwell a native of the area who was ordained on August 15th 1937. The locals were later entertained to a slide show and a pageant of Irish history with music by the Lynch Brother’s Ceilidhe Band.

The Russians launch two men into space who both landed safely back on earth within six minutes of one another after a combined 112 orbits of the earth.

After a very shaky start when Cork scored 1-3 without reply. Cavan overwhelm Cork by 3-10 to 1-7 at bright and sunny Breffni Park before an attendance of 3,000 in the All Ireland Junior semi final. Cavan led at half time by 2-3 to 1-3. Cavan will now play Meath who beat Leitrim in the second semi final. The final has been fixed for Saint Mary’s Park Ardee. Outstanding display by Tommy Smith Mullahoran at midfield who was greatly aided by Larry Mulvaney with John Joe O Reilly outstanding at full forward scoring 2-1. Paddy Lyons Drumalee was outstanding in the Cavan goals and his hefty clearances and long kick outs were a feature. Eamon O Grady captain was solid throughout and put plenty of length into his clearances. Vinnie Cahill was terrific under the high ball and some of his fetching and kicking were spectacular. Finbar O Reilly enhanced his reputation and he is challenging for a place on the senior side. Pat Clarke was unable to play due to injury and Donal O Grady dropped back from midfield with Larry Mulvaney moving out to assist man of the match Tommy Smith from Mullahoran and John Joe O Reilly sprung from the sub’s bench to play a blinder on the edge of the square. Joe Quinn at centre half forward and Ambrose Given were always busy and got through a great amount of work.

Cavan is gripped by football fever as Cavan play Roscommon in the first ever gaelic football game to be televised live. Cavan have played Roscommon in 1943 when they met in the All Ireland Final with Roscommon triumphing in a replay by 2-7 to 2-2 and again in 1944 when as All Ireland Champions crushed Cavan in the All Ireland Semi Final. Cavan got the upper hand in the Semi Final of 1947 when they cruised past an over confident Roscommon team to book their place in the Polo Ground’s Final.

Bishop Quinn celebrates the 8 am Mass on the Feast of the Assumption. Michael Cullivan CC Killargue celebrated the 10 Mass while the Adm Father Joe Dolan celebrated the 11:30. Father PJ Gargan celebrated the evening Mass which was followed by Benediction of the Most Holy Sacrament.

Peter Paul Brady Town Hall Street John McCaffrey 1 Tullac Mongan and P Morrow bag 72 perch and 6 pike in two hour’s fishing at the ‘Buck Island’ on the River Erne.

Una Mullery is the second daughter of Stan and Kay Mullery to enter the Poor Clare Novitiate in Newry. Her sister Maureen entered just a few years ago.

Increased price for pigs at the monthly Cavan Fair with bonhams up £1 per pair. The prices of cattle were fair with cows in good supply . Yearlings £32-35 two year olds from £50-60 ponies £30-40 knackers £50-60 donkeys £8-12 bonhams £9-£14 and carrying sows £30-36.

Mary Coyle from Cootehill tops the honours lists at Loreto College scoring a spectacular seven honours with a pass in Maths. She was followed by Una Clarke Rose McInerney Aíne Sullivan Ann Leonard Dympna McGinnity Mary McEntee Florence Elliott and Doreen Smyth.

“Opening announcement Tractamotors Service Department. Estimates free. Phone Cavan 205. Agents for Morris Wolsey M G Riley and Morris Commercial vehicles”

August 25^th 1962 Ex President of the USA Ike D Eisenhower and his wife Mamie fly into Dublin for a private four day visit to Ireland. Met at the Airport by old friend ex President Sean T O Kelly. They later flew by helicopter to lay a wreath on the grave of Commander Barry in Wexford. He left Cobh to return home on the SS America.

Griffith Black has sold his residence ‘Drumbar House’ to a German business man who hopes to set up a farming and leisure enterprise in the area. Black’s Butcher’s will continue in Cavan and Bailieboro and will be managed by Phil Donohoe who is 18 years with Black’s .

Dympna McConnell ‘Arch’ Cavan wins £500 in the Gael Linn Pools. The cheque was presented to Dympna by Fintan Ginnity Gael Linn Raymond Carroll local representative with a delighted Frank McConnell husband also in the picture.

Cavan save their worst performance in many years to go down 1-8 to 1-6 to Roscommon in the All Ireland Semi Final at Croke Park before an attendance of 48,000 with many more tuned into RTE for the first ever televised gaelic football game. Roscommon hard tackling and tough gave Cavan no room and the forwards had a total off day with both Charlie Gallagher and Con Smith missing a litany of easy frees which would have swung the game. Cavan’s half back line of Tony Morris Tom Maguire and Jim McDonnell were superb and drove forward at every opportunity. When Sean Og Flood was injured in the first half and referee John Dowling rather harshly punished the Cavan keeper for lying on the ball although he was seriously injured, Jim McDonnell stepped into the breach and saved a well struck penalty from Des Feeley at the expense of a fifty. Ray Carolan and Tom Lynch were strangely lethargic and subdued at midfield neither relishing the hard tackling Roscommon tactics. Cavan led by 1-1 to 0-2 at half time. The goal being scored by James Brady who was carrying an injury that required treatment. Hugh Barney O Donohoe came on at half time to replace Tommy Galligan and set about unsettling the Roscommon half back line who up until then had roamed freely and unmarked throughout the field with Ronan Craven and the veteran Gerry O Malley starring for the Westerners who were not given a hope of beating Cavan who had comprehensively destroyed the reigning All Ireland Champions Down in the Ulster Final. PJ Gorman replaced the injured Sean Og Flood in the Cavan goal and acquitted himself with honour. Gabriel Kelly PJ McCaffrey and Mickey Brady were sound throughout in the Cavan defence. The final nail in the coffin was delivered by Roscommon’s Tony Kenny when he got through for the decisive goal in the 22nd minute of the second half and Cavan laid siege to the Roscommon goal to the end with their only reward coming from a ‘rasper’ from Jimmy Stafford which sailed over the bar and sent Roscommon through to play Kerry in the All Ireland Final at the end of September. The statistics of the game are pathetic with James Brady scoring a goal for Cavan after 18 minutes and Charlie Gallagher a point after 20 minutes with Roscommon only scoring two points in the period but containing the Cavan onslaught. In the second half Seamus McMahon had a point after 2 minutes Charlie Gallagher for once was on target after 8 minutes and followed with another point in the 18th minute. Con Smith who had a nightmare afternoon was on target after 23 minutes and Jimmy Stafford was just a little high as he scored Cavan’s final point on 30 minutes with time up. Cavan Sean Og Flood Gabriel Kelly PJ McCaffrey Mickey Brady Tony Morris Tom Maguire Jim McDonnell Ray Carolan Tom Lynch Con Smith Tommy Galligan Jimmy Stafford Seamus McMahon Charlie Gallagher and James Brady. Subs PJ O Gorman for Sean Og Flood Hugh Barney O Donohoe for Tommy Galligan Mick Ryan Cavan Gaels for Seamus McMahon.

Cavan Motor Club Treasure Hunt is won by Frank Connolly of Drumalee 2nd C Daniels. Monnie Donohoe the only lady competitor was unplaced. After the rally the first committee was formed consisting of M/S C Rolleston Billy Morris D McHugh Norman Cinnamond Frank Connolly Tom McHugh Thomas ‘Toggy’ Connolly Mervyn Johnston with Derek Morris acting as Secretary with a further meeting scheduled for the Ulster Arms on the 29th August 1962.

Michael J Smith Drumalee catches a magnificent 3 lbs 5 ½ ozs rainbow trout on the recently stocked Annagh Lake. This is by far the heaviest fish since the lake was stocked by Cavan Angling Club with rainbow fry.

Legion of Mary return thanks to all who travelled on their annual pilgrimage to Knock particularly Dr Gunn who looked after the invalids and Father PJ Gargan Spiritual Director.

“Wanted boy or girl two to four years experience of the drapery trade living outdoor. Please state salary expected. Apprentice girl outdoor please, state salary expected. Maurice Brady Cavan.”

September 1^st 1962 Innovative idea from Show Committee in Virginia as they erect a new Technical School on the site adjacent to their showground’s at a cost of £19,000 and transfer the school completed to the VEC for £5,000. The outstanding balance will be raised from promoting dances in the Ramor Ballroom. The school which will accommodate over 100 students and took 18 months to build was declared officially open by the Minister for Education Dr Patrick Hillery TD.

Killymooney Lake just a few hundred yards from Cavan town centre is stocked with tench and bream and the west bank developed with access to the lake signed and made accessible for the first time. Hugh Gough Secretary of the Association says that this amenity will prove particularly attractive to anglers from the UK who have no transport.

Mervyn Hilary and Ethna Clarke are pictured with the 1st 2nd and 3rd winners for the heavy horse section at Oldcastle Show winning the class for the Thomascourt stables for the third successive year.

“ Transistor radios record players and all types of records Smyth’s 60 Main Street Cavan Phone 88.”

Cavan Gaels qualify for the Cavan Minor Final beating Crosserlough 3-8 to 1-6 in the semi final at Stradone in atrocious weather conditions with heavy rain falling throughout the hour. Both sides served up very attractive football after adapting to the conditions. Brilliant performances from Paddy Lyons at midfield and Ray Dunne who was a colossus at centre half back. Carroll, Ready and the accurate Dermot Burke were outstanding in the forward line and threatened danger every time they were in procession. Scorers for the Gaels Dermot Burke 1-2 Larry Ready 0-3 Johnny Cusack 1-2 John Sullivan 1-0 and PJ Carroll 0-1. The teams were tied at Gaels 1-1 Crosserlough 0-4 at the interval. Referee was Mick McCarthy Stradone.

Patrick B Reilly son of Michael and Mrs Reilly Ashe Street wins a County Cavan Scholarship to Saint Patrick’s College soon after coming back from the Gaeltacht in Gweedore where he was also on a scholarship. Sean Gaffney son of John and Mrs Gaffney 20 Saint Patrick’ Swellan also won a County Council Scholarship to Saint Patrick’s College. Both boys were members of the all conquering De La Salle football teams who won the Urban Championship.

Fred Newbold a visiting angler from England lands a record 7 lbs 1 ozs bream at Sally Lake near Cavan town. In five days fishing Fred landed an incredible 501 lbs of bream. Many of the fish were over 6 lbs in weight.

“New branch of William E Berney to open in Cavan on Friday 14th September 1962 . Branches already established in Cootehill and Drogheda with outstanding television rental sales and service. Rentals from 11/6 per week.”

Stradone beat Drumalee in the Junior B Divisional Final at Breffni Park. Mick McCarthy was immense for the winners and the Drumalee defence could not cope with his height in fielding and strength in fetching and kicking. He was easily the man of the match. Tom Flynn was the only one of the Drumalee defence to emerge with his reputation intact. Up front Tony Coyle and Frank Walsh who scored Drumalee’s only goal were easily the best forwards. Referee Fintan Tierney.

September 8^th 1962 Padraic Nulty former member of Ballinagh GFC and county footballer is in the intensive unit at Dunstable Hospital London following injuries received while playing for his club Saint Patrick’s against Saint Columcille’s of Saint Albans in the Hereford League. Padraic who is very well known and popular in the area only emigrated twelve months ago.

Cavan who were so impressive in their semi final win over Cork are the favourites to win the Junior All Ireland Home Final in Saint Mary’s Park Ardee next Sunday against near neighbours Meath who accounted for Leitrim in desperate conditions at Ballinamore in the second semi final. Cavan are sound in defence and attack but the loss of their star midfielder and captain clerical student Tomsie Smith Mullahoran is a cruel blow on the eve of the final.

Cavan Oliver Plunkett’s defeat Lavey 6-16 to 0-1 in the Under 16 Juvenile Final at Breffni Park. Scorers Larry Ready 2-6 John Cusack 0-6 Dickey Smith 1-3 Jim Mooney 1-1 and Michael Walsh 1-1. Team Matt Donnolly Brian O Reilly Raymond Carroll Joey O Keefe Francis Galligan Micheal Greenan Eamonn Greenan S McGearty Larry Ready Dermot Burke Johnny Cusack Dickey Smith T Smith Jim Mooney and Michael Walsh. The cup was presented to the winning captain Larry Ready by Father Paddy Morris CC Chairman of the Minor County Board.

Dr Mary F Cooney with an address at the ‘County Hotel Main Street Cavan’ is appointed Assistant County Medical Officer for Health in Donegal. She is daughter of Mark Cooney formerly County MOH Lisdarn now living in Castleknock who was Cavan Medical Officer for Health until his retirement quite recently.

Cavan Technical School is bursting at the seams as 201 new pupils enrol for acceptance. Most of them will have to be refused as there is no room in the school despite the fact that they are using the nearby Protestant Hall as an auxiliary class room.

Flynn Cup at Lough Sheelin next Sunday entry £1 including boat payable at Kilnahard starting at 1 pm with the weigh in back in Kilnahard at 6 pm.

Cavan beat Waterford 112 to 96 in National Quiz televised on RTE 1. Team Dr Philip O Connell Virginia author of the ‘History of the Diocese of Kilmore’ Jack Binchey Solicitor and Mrs McCormack from Killeshandra.

Sean Kelly buys the bungalow at Moynehall formerly owned by PJ McGovern for £1.850. Thomas J Fitzpatrick had carriage while the Auctioneer was JC Brady MIAA Belturbet.

William Pike and Mrs A R McLoughlin win the final tournament of the year in the splendidly appointed Cavan Lawn Tennis Club in Farnham Street. Play was suspended several times during a showery afternoon. Thirty competitors competed and Martin Burns and Ann Reardon were runners up.

Mary Coyle brilliant student who topped the honours list at Loreto College gets her just reward when she is awarded a place at the Teacher Training College and a Scholarship to University. Una Clarke Breda Duffy and Rose McInerney former Loreto students are all called to the Teacher’s Training College. Kitty Brady Mary Dunne Kathleen O Brien Mary McCann Terri Dungan Marlis Smith Sinead Blessing Sheila Brady and Mary Bartley top the list at the Inter Cert exams at Loreto College.

September 15^th 1962 New factory for Cavan ‘Cavan Engineering’ on 35 acre site at Annagelliffe formerly owned by Jim Mulvaney. The directors are named as Con P Smith and William Kodel of Laungen West Germany. The factory will make farm machinery for export with sales expected to reach £0.5 million in year one rising to £1 million within five years. It will employ 100 people by the Summer of 1963. Joint venture between Smith’s of Cavan and Kodel’s of Laungen West Germany. The details were announced at a dinner hosted by the promoters in the Farnham Hotel. Smith’s of Cavan was established by the great Con P Smith in 1932 at a site in Upper Connolly Street just on the Dublin Road. They were awarded the lucrative Austin dealership in 1936. After a brief period of inactivity because of the War they resumed by being appointed Massey Ferguson Farm Machinery Agents in 1947. Smith’s of Cavan began to make headlines with the rebuilding of reconditioned tractors pioneered by Con P in 1956 exporting to Germany and Denmark as well as selling in every county in the Republic. In recent years they have established the Smith Motor Group in sixteen locations throughout Ireland. Kodel and Bohm were founded in Laungen in Bavaria on the River Danube in 1870. Present at the dinner in the Farnham Hotel where the announcement was made were Paddy Smith TD Minister for Agriculture Seamus Dolan TD Paddy Reilly TD Senator Tom Fitzpatrick Chairman Cavan Urban Council Paddy Conaty Vice Chairman Cavan Urban Council Paddy Gaffney Town Engineer Senator Cole Chairman of Cavan County Council Dermot McCarthy County Manager Tom McCarren President Cavan Chamber of Commerce Tom McKenna Vice President Cavan Chamber of Commerce Willie O Hanlon Chairman Cavan Development Association Maurice Jackson Cavan UDC and Cavan Development Association Stephen Kelly Manager Provider’s Mr McCabe Manager Smith Motor Group Con A Smith Con P Smith JJ Smith Dublin JD Mulcahy Board Smith Motor Group PC Kilroy Do MF Duggan Director Do and Development Association Dublin and Cavan. Grants are pledged from Industrial Development Association and the Industrial Development Credit Company

Pat Plunkett son of Mrs Plunkett and the late Thomas Plunkett Ballyhaise is awarded a University Scholarship on the results of his Leaving Cert exam. Pat is a past pupil of Patrician College Ballyfinn.

Sean McQuillan aerial erector with WE Berney and native of Rockfield Clones falls thirty feet to the ground while erecting a television aerial in College Street. He is detained at Cavan’s Surgical Hospital where his condition is described as ‘serious’.

Sean Galligan formerly of Smith’s Stores Dublin Road Cavan and a native of Connolly Street and Cathedral Road is the new Manager of Berney’s Cavan which opened in Eugene Cullivan’s old shop in Upper Main Street. It is Berney’s third branch having been founded in Cootehill in 1935 and a new branch opened in Shop Street Drogheda in 1951. Top class products with guaranteed after sales service and on rental all is free including valves tubes parts insurance. W E Berney is Vice President of the Wireless Dealer’s Association and is expert in the erection of small cable systems feeding a maximum of ten houses and dispensing with aerials in large blocks and flats.

Brother Manus Smith OSF Creighan Cavan Brother Richard Keogh OSF Oghill Ballinagh and Brother Wilfred Curry OSF Ballyconnell are professed at the Franciscan Monastery Annaghdown Galway.

Frank Cinnamond is 1st in the final exams at the College of Commerce Rathmines and receives his prize of £10 from Philip Walker President Dublin Chamber of Commerce. Frank is son of Edward and Mrs Cinnamond formerly 55 Church Street Cavan.

Death of James E Slowey Railway Road formerly foreman at the GNR Garage Cavan until his recent retirement. Old and respected resident he was extremely popular with all his colleagues. Survived by his wife Louise one son and daughters. There was a very large and representative attendance at the funeral from Cavan Parish Church to Kilmore cemetery.

Death of Maria Dolan wife of James Dolan Wolfe Tone Street at Saint Phelim’s Hospital. She was a member of a well known deeply respected Cavan family and was known for her deep faith Christian charity and hospitality. There was a large and representative attendance at the funeral from the Cathedral of Saints Patrick and Felim Cavan to Cullies cemetery.

Sixty Boy Scouts are home from Enniscrone where 100 miles from home they had a wonderful two week holiday with swimming drill games camp fire and sing songs. There are now six patrols and each had their own tent and sleeping arrangements while all catering cooking etc was done in rotation by each Patrol. The Scouts were in charge of John Donohoe Scoutmaster and Father Torlac O Reilly Saint Patrick’s College with valuable assistance from Gerard Finegan Tommy Monahan and Des Lambert.

Prices are well up at Cavan Fair with a good supply of cattle. Yearlings £25-30 three year olds £65-70 milch cows £45-55 springers £55-65 working horses £ 45-55 ponies £30-40 donkeys £8-12 carrying sows £30-£35 and bonhams £8-12 per pair.

September 22^nd 1962 Patrick Gaffney well known Cavan footballer ‘Ardeevin’ Latt is pictured with his 18 month old wonder dog ‘Pocket Gun’ which he has just sold for £2,000 to an English greyhound enthusiast. Phil Fitzpatrick the trainer is also pictured saying goodbye to the dog which won five of its six races with four of the wins at Shelbourne Park where he is unbeaten.

For the last two Sundays of the season Jackson’s are offering return fares to Bundoran for 10/- Telephone 29 (4 lines).

How wrong can you be ? Pat O Neill predicts that Roscommon will step up on their semi final form against Cavan and beat Kerry in this Sunday’s senior All Ireland Final. Kerry are in their 30th final and with Mick O Connell very impressive against Dublin they will be a force to be reckoned with !

Bailieboro fielding a big strong team with intricate teamwork defeat the more fancied Cavan Gaels in the Cavan Minor Final 3-3 to 2-5 at Breffni Park in a game of two halves with the storm force wind playing a pivotal role. Baileboro had the star of the show in captain Peter Pritchard at centre half back who attacked from the rear at every opportunity. With the aid of the breeze Shamrock’s swept into an early lead scoring 1-2 to the Gael’s no score. Pat Tinnelly at midfield ensured that the forward division who were running rings around the Gaels rearguard got plenty of opportunities. McGurk Kelly Clarke and Keogan were very prominent chalking up 2-3 to the Gaels 1-1 at half time. The second half was a total contrast with the Gael’s now aided by the elements weaving intricate patterns through the Shamrock’s defence. Ray Dunne was immense at centre half back while Paddy Lyons lorded it for the Gael’s in the middle of the field scoring the equalising point from 50 yards out bringing gasps of amazement from the large attendance. Cavan Gaels were on their way to a famous victory when Larry Ready was injured and had to be carried off. After the lengthy delay Peter Pritchard swung it for Bailieboro playing himself to a standstill and the Shamrock’s got the winning score on the stroke of time. Scorers for the Gaels Dermot Burke 2-0 Larry Ready 0-1 Paddy Lyons 0-2 and Tommy Smith 0-2. Shamrock scorers R Keogan 1-0 I Cumney 1-1 M McGurk 1-0 and M Kelly 0-2.

Live relay of the Kerry V Roscommon All Ireland Final on RTE at Captain O Sullivan Hall Drumavaddy admission 2/-.

.Death of the famous Jim McCabe late of Araghan Cavan in Philadelphia. Emigrated to the USA in 1915. He was very well known in business circles and was a director of the McCabe Group of Companies in the USA and the Red Hill Quarry Company. Survived by his wife Cecelia sons James Tom Pete Matt Bernie and daughter Mary Ann brothers Pat and Bernard in Philadelphia and sister MA Smith ‘Alackan House’ Cavan. He was visited just last week by JJ Smith well known Dublin builder and civil engineering contractor who is one of the principals of the new factory ‘Cavan Engineering’ being built at Annagelliffe.

Patricia O Reilly Ballyhaise a clerk in New Ireland Assurance is presented with a wallet of notes on the occasion of her retirement from the Company to get married in a few weeks time. Generous tributes are paid to Patricia as an outstanding servant of the New Ireland Company by both Superintendent Mr Closkey and Vice Superintendent Mr O Donnell at a farewell luncheon in the Imperia; Hotel.

Death of Ruby Brownlee Latt . One of Cavan’s oldest and most distinguished citizens who were involved in farming in Keadue Lane and Latt. Ruby herself was a gifted gardener and specialised in cultivating roses many times winner of rosettes at Cavan Agricultural Show. She was known for her Christian virtue and gentle demeanour. Predeceased by her husband some years ago she is survived by nephews nieces neighbours and many friends. There was a large and representative attendance at the funeral from Cavan Parish Church to Annagh new cemetery with Archdeacon Shire officiating.

John P Keogan sells his modern bungalow at Latt to Charlie Corr Veterinary Surgeon Longford for £3,275. The sale was conducted by Brian Murphy of M/S Murphy and Quinn Cavan.

Bridge Club first session of the new season is won by N/S Dr McQuaid and Maura Maloney E/W Mr and Mrs Cyril Arnold.

National Coarse Fishing Association founded following a well attended meeting in the Annally Hotel Longford. Chairman J Dolan Carrick on Shannon Vice Chairman Benny Geoghegan Castleblayney Treasurer S Peyton Castleblayney Secretary Hugh Gough Cavan.

“Unveiled to day the all new Ford Consul Cortina-the small car with the big difference. Up to 40 mile MPG 4 Wheel all synchronised gear box . Generous 5 seater roominess with excellent all round panoramic vision. Ten HP Taxation Class. Price £598 ex Cork Jackson’s Garage Cavan. “

September 29^th 1962 Death of Rev Arthur D Barton former Bishop of Kilmore Ardagh and Elphin at his residence 71 Wellington Road Dublin at the age of 81. He was Archbishop of Dublin from February 7th 1939 until his retirement on the grounds of ill health in 1956. He was Bishop of Kilmore from April 1930 until his appointment to Dublin in 1939 and was consecrated Bishop at Saint Patrick’s Cathedral Armagh. Survived by his wife daughters Mrs D Hartford Ziona Lodge Rathgar Dublin 6 Mrs Barbara Lane Lambee House Lisburn and one son Harry a captain in the British Navy.

Sister Mary Vincent OSF daughter of Katie O Rourke and the late James O Rourke Butlersbridge is home on holiday from her convent in Illinois USA. She is over 34 years in religion and was last home in the Bridge four years ago.

Cavan Fire Brigade vainly battle to save £200 worth of hay from shed at Terry Sheridan’s Tierquin. The alarm was raised by Michael Gaffney Ballinagh at 12:25 am on Sunday morning and the Brigade brought the blaze under control at 11:25 am on Sunday morning saving a neighbouring dwelling and rick.

Kerry stroll to their 20th All Ireland title beating Roscommon 1-12 to 1-6 in the poorest final in recent history. The game was effectively over after 45 seconds when a nervous mix up in the Roscommon defence allowed Gary McMahon to punch a goal to the net. Led by Sean Og Sheehy his brothers Brian and Paudie were also on the team all sons of Kerry legend John Joe Sheehy from Rock Street Tralee. Despite missing chance after chance the shaky Roscommon attack were awarded a penalty mid way through the first half and Roscommon at last opened their account with a well taken goal from Don Feely who drove hard and true past the helpless Johnny Culloty in the Kerry goals. Kerry led at half time by 1-8 to 1-1 and in the second half with Mick O Connell Sean Murphy and Tom Long to the fore Kerry led by 1-11 to 1-2 but Kerry took their foot off the accelerator letting Roscommon score four points all from frees before closing the deal with a point by Paudie Sheehy. Roscommon scored only one point from play with the peerless Don Feeley scoring 1-5 all from placed balls. Mick O Connell who was strangely subdued at midfield still managed to contribute 7 points from placed balls. Tom Long and Sean Murphy were superb for the Kingdom winning their 20th All Ireland in their 30th appearance in the Final. Cavan will play Kerry in the Ground’s Tournament Semi Final at Croke Park in two weeks time.

Purty Good wins the Greyhound Oaks for owner trainer Paddy Gaffney at Shelbourne Park. Didn’t win any of her heats, the 18 month puppy was drawn in trap 2 and shot right out of the start headed once at the first bend but after that the Cavan ‘black’ was on her own coming home with two lengths to spare in an impressive time of 29.22 to win Paddy Gaffney the 1st prize of £750 and the magnificent Oak’s trophy. Purty Good by Jungle Man out of Gaffney’s brilliant bitch ‘Pocket Glass’ and is a little sister of ‘Pocket Gun’ whom Gaffney’s sold last week for a reported £2,000 to a London syndicate. The sire Jungle Man is now in great demand and his stud fee has shot up from 30-40 guineas in one week.

Cavan Rugby Club entertain Malone in their first game of the season at Saint Phelim’s Place. All players meet at the Railway Hotel at 2:30 for game kicking off at 3.

Death of Alice Brady in Enniskillen. She was sister of Elizabeth Johnston Wolfe Tone Street and Mrs Bridget Ryan Connolly Street.

Dr Brian Galligan Chairman Cavan Comaltas Ceolteoiri Eireann presents Secretary Lena Murtagh with a canteen of cutlery to mark her forthcoming marriage at a supper and social in the Ulster Arms Hotel.

Cavan Bridge Club N/S Maureen McDonald and Dr Paddy Maloney E/W JP Mansfield and Tommy McCormick.

Death of Mary Ann Doonan 10 Lakeview a member of one of Cavan’s best known and most respected families. Her husband John is a well known chimney sweep and former member of the staff of Cavan UDC. She was mother of Willie Doonan Cavan and Ulster All Ireland footballer. There was a large and representative attendance at the funeral from the Cathedral of Saints Patrick and Felim to Cullies cemetery.

Death of Edward McKeon 6 Emmett Place at an advanced age. Well known Cavan resident he was highly respected and very well known over a wide area. Funeral from the Cathedral to Laragh cemetery.

CIE report a deficit of £1.69 million up to the end of March 1962 with a figure of £2.15 million for wages and shortened working week.

October 5^th 1962 September 1962 was the wettest ever recorded at the Weather Station at Kevitt Castle with 7.38 inches reported on 23 rainy days. Only for a dry spell from the 18th -22nd September when no rain fell the figures would have been much worse. Only a paltry 4.34 inches fell in September 1961.

US Naval Commander Walter Schirra orbits the earth 5 ¾ times at the record height of 176 miles up in the sky. Blasted off from Cape Canaveral in Florida he landed within 9,000 yards of target just off Midway Island in the Pacific. Smooth operation everything went according to plan.

Father Timothy Connolly Superior General of the Maynooth Mission to China in Dalgan Park Navan will minister in South America as a Missioner as soon as his ten year stint as Superior General of the Order finishes at the end of October 1962. He will spend some time in language school brushing up his Spanish before proceeding to South America. He was born in Ballinagh in 1904 educated at Ballinagh NS Saint Patrick’s College Cavan and Saint Patrick’s College Maynooth and USA. He was ordained for the Diocese of Kilmore in 1927 and spent 7 years on the teaching staff of Saint Patrick’s College. In 1934 he joined the Maynooth Mission to China and in 1935 he was assigned to America until 1947 when he was appointed Superior of the American Mission. In 1952 he was elected Superior General of the Order and was resident at Dalgan Park Navan. He travelled all over Asia Australia New Zealand Oceania and North and South America during his ten year period as Superior General of the Order. He was the first to introduce the scheme whereby secular priests can spend a period on the missions before returning to their own Diocese. There are now twenty such priests helping the Order all over the world.

Philip ‘Lightening’ Murray John Joe O Reilly and Paddy Lyons make their inter county debut against Meath at the opening of the new Kilnacrott football complex. The teams were paraded by the Oldcastle Brass and Reed Band under conductor Joe Carroll. The pitch was waterlogged in places following two days of torrential rain but the crowd of over 4,000 got great value for money as Cavan beat Meath 3-9 to 3-5 in a rather one sided game with Meath only coming alive in the closing stages when they scored three goals. Cavan led by 2-7 to 0-2 at the interval. The game was played at a cracking pace with a strong south westerly wind blowing.

Maurice Jackson is seen handing over the keys of the new Ford Zephyr 4 which was purchased from him by the Lord Mayor of Dublin JJ O Keeffe TD.

Death of Bridget McGahon Saint Brigid’s Square Dundalk. She was a member of one of Cavan’s foremost families the Mallon’s from College Street and had resided in Dundalk for many years. She was a lady of great Christian virtue and was known for her charity and hospitality. She is survived by her sons daughters nephews nieces and a host of friends both in Cavan and Dundalk. Funeral from Saint Patrick’s Cathedral Dundalk to Saint Patrick’s cemetery.

Death of Thomas Lynch at the residence of his son Tommy 31 Tullac Mongan at Saint Phelim’s Hospital after a long illness. He was one of Cavan’s greatest supporters and seldom missed a game in nearby Breffni Park. He was also a keen follower of Crubany Cavan Harps and latterly Cavan Gaels Clubs. He is survived by his wife and family. There was a large and representative attendance at the funeral from the Cathedral of Saints Patrick and Felim with burial later in Cullies cemetery.

Season of lectures sponsored by Cumann Seanchas Bhreifne in the Technical School throughout the winter will take place every two weeks. Brian O Mordha will get the ball rolling on October 12th with ‘Life in Ireland before the famine 1800-1840’. On October 26th Father Frank McKiernan will lecture on ‘Catholic Emancipation’. On November 9th Tom Barron will lecture on ‘Popular Education’. On November 23rd Father Augustine Leydon Saint Patrick’s College will lecture on ‘The Revolutionary Movement- Young Ireland and Fenianism’. On December 7th Father Charles Travers will lecture on ‘The Land War’ and finally on the 21st December Barry J Cullen will deliver a lecture on ‘Parnell and the Irish Parliamentary Party’.

Bridge Club N/S Dr J McQuade and Maura Maloney E/W Jin Rafter and Jim Leonard.

Father ABC McGrath Diocesan Director of Plain Song Festival announces the dates for the 1963 celebration. 30th April Cavan 7th May Drumkeeran 14th May Ballinamore 21st May Bailieboro with Solemn High Mass at each venue to commence the festival.

October 13^th 1962 Second Ecumenical Council commences in Rome with Pope John XXIII declaring the Council open from the high altar of Saint Peter’s seated on the throne and just over the grave of Saint Peter. 6,000 Cardinals Archbishops Prelates Abbotts heads of states and members of ancient noble families. The Cardinals and dignitaries were in their robes of snow white as bells rang out not only over Rome but throughout the world including Tom Fleming ringing the Cathedral Bell for over ten minutes to signal the start of the Council. Most observers in Rome reckon that the Council will last 12-18 months with the first session finishing by Christmas.

Father Anthony Brady son of Mr and Mrs James Brady Ballyhaise who was ordained on June 3rd in Saint Kieran’s College Kilkenny is off to minister in Australia on the 1st November .

“Old Mill Bar Upper Main Street Bar Lounge and Restaurant specialising in catering for football teams. Proprietor Andy Galligan Phone 261”

October 20th 1962 Pictured on the front page are two ESB climbers at the top of the new 125 foot tower which the ESB have erected adjacent to Hugh ‘Bud’ McNamara’s on the Gallows Hill. They will now be able to contact their fleet of vans in the area by wireless telephone communication from the offices at Kelly’s Terrace Cavan while the operators in the van can speak back to base.

Death of the legendary Rev Canon Tom Maguire Parish Priest of Ballyhaise at the age of 87 a man reputed to have a wide range of healing powers with people from all over flocking to his door in times of sickness and distress. He was a great Gael and Chairman of Cavan County Board GAA from 136-1942 touring America with Cavan in 1936 and 1938. He was a noted footballer with Templeport and in latter years he was a much respected referee. He played a leading role in the redevelopment of Breffni Park in 1952 and was also a member of Cavan Vocational Education Committee for many years. Members of the great Cavan teams of the past with whom he was associated carried the coffin from his residence to Saint Mary’s Church where the GAA and students from the Agricultural College formed a guard of honour and children from the local schools lines the roadways leading to the Church with bunches of flowers in their hands.. He was son of the late Mr and Mrs Michael Maguire NT Templeport and was educated at Templeport NS Saint Patrick’s College Cavan and Saint Patrick’s College Maynooth where he was ordained in June 1918. He served in Crosserlough Mullagh Bruskey Cootehill Glenfarne and was appointed Parish Priest Castletara by Bishop Patrick Lyons in 1946. He was responsible for the complete renovation of Saint Patrick’s Church Castletara and completed the work started by his predecessor Father Lynch PP in erecting and furnishing the Church of Saint Mary On The Hill formerly The Old Cathedral of Saint Patrick Cavan. He also built several classrooms on to the existing Saint Mary’s school in Ballyhaise. He is survived by his sister Mrs ER Tiernan NT Carville House Bawnboy. He was uncle of Father Thomas Tiernan CC Bawnboy and Sister Mary Agnes Irish Sisters of Charity Dublin. All GAA games in the county were cancelled as a mark of respect and in the Cavan V Leitrim game in Ballinamore two minutes silence was observed before the throw in while the Cavan players wore black arm bands. Rev Thomas Tiernan was the chief celebrant of the Solemn Office and Requiem Mass. Monsignor D Fitzpatrick Dean of Kilmore presided in the absence of Bishop Quinn in Rome for the Ecumenical Vatican Council 2. The deacon was Father James Carroll sub deacon Father Vincent Duffy and MC Father PJ Corrigan Denn. The chanters were Fathers Torlac O Reilly and Father ABC McGrath Cavan.

National League game between Cavan and Leitrim in Ballinamore abandoned due to the sudden death of great Leitrim Gael Dan Gallogly Drumrane Ballinamore seven minutes from the end of a game that Cavan were winning 1-6 to 1-4. After consultation with Cavan and Leitrim officials referee Padraig Lang abandoned the game.

Cavan Juvenile League commences over the winter months in Cavan town where the captains are pictured Larry Ready Captain Saint Aidan’s Raymond Carroll Captain Saint Killian’s Johnny Cusack will captain Saint Patrick’s Brian O Reilly Saint Columcille’s Micheal Greenan Saint Aidan’s and Dermot Burke Captain of Saint Finian’s.

13th Annual Cavan County Council Staff Dance in the Town Hall on 25th October with music by Donie Collins spots novelties dress optional. No invitations issued in Cavan area. Admission 7/6.

Father Breslin OMI presides at the well attended closing ceremony of the Men’s Mission in the Cathedral of Saints Patrick and Felim.

Tomas McAnna Abbey Theatre will give a two day course on drama production at Saint Felim’s School covering all aspects of stage management lighting make up costumes etc.

Cavan Bridge Club 1962-1963 President Surgeon Bertie Cullen Captain Dermot Morgan Secretary Kathleen Sullivan Treasurer Maureen McDonald. Committee Rev Father Sean O Reilly Ina Hickey Jim Leonard Dr Paddy D Maloney and H Carthy.

Mick Clarke buys his residence in Church Street from Kathleen Marron ‘The Bungalow’ Cathedral Road for £2,810.

Margaret Cusack daughter of Mr and Mrs Eugene Cusack Killymeehan Stradone on her 21st Birthday is pictured receiving £6,000 and interest from George V Maloney Junior. She held a 1/8 share in the Hospital Sweepstakes win by a consortium from Stradone some years ago but was prevented from taking possession of her winnings until she reached twenty one.

“Wanted building sites in or around Cavan town in one two or three lots. Brian Murphy ‘Murphy and Quinn’ 89 Main Street Cavan Phone 290 or Ballyjamesduff 20. Branches in Longford Sligo and Cavan.

October 27^th 1962 World on the brink of nuclear war as President Kennedy gives orders to bomb the Russian ships carrying equipment for surveillance in Cuba. For many days Khrushchev held firm until the point of no return came and with the stakes at the immediate prospect of Nuclear War between the two super powers the Russian ships are called back as the world breaths a huge sigh of relief. Pope John XXIII in his plea from the Vatican asks world leaders to do all in their power to further the cause of peace and avoid confrontation the results of which could mean extinction for the entire human race. In Ireland and Cavan all shops are sold out of tinned foods etc as people make preparations to be evacuated to shelters while all units of the Army FCA Garda Civil Defence are on red alert all week until the Russian climb down allows people to return to normal and give thanks to God that the world is saved from certain extinction.

Another fine display by Cavan beating Meath 1-6 to 0-4 in the first round of the National League in Breffni Park. Cavan led by 0-3 to 0-2 at the interval when they switched Jim McDonnell to centre forward brought in Hugh Barney O Donohoe at centre field and switched the versatile Donal O Grady to left half back to fill McDonnell’s place Immediately the switches paid off with Jim McDonnell connecting to a sublime cross by Mick Ryan Cavan Gaels to crash in a great goal after only three minutes of the second half. Gabriel Kelly was man of the match with great support from Tom Maguire Tony Morris Mickey Brady and PJ McCaffrey. Paddy Lyons was brilliant in the Cavan goal. The forwards without Charlie Gallagher lacked penetration and both Philip Murray and John Joe O Reilly were ruled out through injury. Cavan will now play Kerry next Sunday in the semi final of the Ground’s Tournament. Matt McHugh is understudy to the youthful Paddy Lyons in the Cavan goal Jim McDonnell continues on the 40. James Brady is at full forward flanked by Jimmy Stafford and Mick Ryan Cavan Gael’s.

Death of Patrick Fay 19 Owen Roe Cavan just five months after the death of his wife. He fought in the First World War seeing action in Europe and when he came home joined the Irish Army which he served for many years. He was known as a great friendly character who could recall many events at the turn of the century and lived through turbulent times. Survived by his sons daughters grandchildren friends and neighbours. There was a large and representative attendance at the funeral in the Cathedral of Saints Patrick and Felim with burial later in Cullies cemetery.

Committee Prize at Cavan Bridge Club is won N/S Surgeon Bertie Cullen and Patrick Coghlan N/S George Maloney Junior and Rev Sean O Reilly.

Ultan O Reilly will give the first recital of the season at 23 Farnham Street next Monday night with new members particularly welcome.

British Legion are calling a meeting of ex service men and women for the ‘Hut’ in Farnham Street next week.

“Halloween Bracks with lucky rings. New slice pan and batch. Pat McDonnell’s Bakery Cavan”.

No Celt for November 3rd 1962

November 10^th 1962 Rainfall in October is only 1.89 inches while last year it was slightly higher at 1.98 inches.

Long discussion at Urban Council meeting about the location of the new public convenience to replace the old one situated in the Market Square. Paddy Gaffney Town Engineer says he has three prime sites in mind 1 The Diamond at the bottom of Mitchell Street 2 The Bus Office and 3 Site adjacent to the Legion Hut in Farnham Street. The cost of the new convenience will be £5-10,000 depending on the type of model chosen by the Council. Johnny O Rourke and JP Walsh favour the site adjacent to the Legion Hut as it is near the Town Hall and Bus Office and easily to locate for visitors to the town.

Death of Bridget Brady Town Hall Street. Native of Dublin she was a quiet unassuming deeply religious woman and extremely popular over a wide area. She was wife of the well know Peter Paul Brady a former member of Cavan UDC and well known coarse angler in the area. Peter has been blind for many years and was cared for by his wife in their own home. She is survived by her three daughters. There was a large and representative attendance at the funeral in the Cathedral of Saints Patrick and Felim with burial later in Cullies cemetery. Father PJ Gargan officiated.

Dermot McCarthy County Manager announces to the Urban Council meeting that the Egg Market is now back in vacant possession of the Council following their settlement with Mr TFJ McCormack Monaghan in the sum of £2,168-19-2 in the Circuit Court. A figure of £218 to be deducted from the award for unpaid current rent. Tom Fitzpatrick announces that a foreign firm willing to employ 35-40 people have had a look at the Egg Market and ear marked it for future development. Joe McGovern states that he would like to see it used as a car park to alleviate the bottle neck in Upper Main Street and Connolly Street.

Nelson Mandela leader of the African Nationalist Party is sentenced to 5 years in jail after being found guilty of incitement and of leaving South Africa without permission. Suspected of organising a nationwide strike.

Father AB McGrath officiates at the well attended visitation to Killygarry cemetery and the visitation to the equally well kept Cullies cemetery takes place next Sunday.

Virginia Blues the favourites will play Bailieboro Shamrock’s in the County Senior Football Final next Sunday preceded by the Junior Final where an emerging Cross play old stagers Mountnuggent.

Cavan Parochial Week will take place next week with Bingo Riffle Range Bazaar etc. The Musical Society join forces with the Boy Scouts and Cavan Girl’s Club to stage a variety concert when guest artistes will be Seamus De Faoite and Cumann Rinnce and Cabhan. The draw for £500 will take place at the interval of the concert.

Cavan Bridge Club N/S Dermot Morgan and Kathleen Sullivan E/W Mr and Mrs Bradley.

At a meeting in the Railway Hotel with Seamus De Faoite presiding it was unanimously decided to wind up the affairs of ‘Cavan at Home Week’ an event which was stated ‘had outlived its usefulness’!

Michael Harding will give this week’s recital at Cavan Gramophone Club in 23 Farnham Street.

Saint David’s of Pembrokeshire built on the donations of poor Irish emigrants appeals for funds as it is the 1st Catholic Church to be built in Wales since the Reformation.

Death of Rose Anne McGuigan nee McCaffrey in Leeds Yorkshire. She was a native of Mitchell Street and was well known and highly respected member of the community before emigrating to Leeds many years ago. Survived by her brothers sister relatives and many friends. Funeral to take place in Leeds.

November 17^th 1962 Tough hard hitting but sporting County Final ends all square with Bailieborough coming with a late surge to draw and almost take the spoils from Virginia Blues seeking their 4th success in the competition. The game finished in a welter of excitement with Bailieboro scoring 1-6 to Virginia Blue’s 0-9. Bailieboro led by 1-3 to 0-5 at half time but Virginia dominated the second half with their taller stronger and older players grinding down a smaller weaker and vastly inexperienced Bailieboro team who driven on by Pat Clarke and a very young but tall and strong Peter Pritchard almost caused the upset of the year. Fintan Tierney was an outstanding tolerant referee letting the play flow to the delight of the large crowd who paid over £200 in gate money. Cross won the Junior title 0-9 to Mountnuggent’s 1-5. Tommy Fitzsimmons at corner forward was man of the match and threatened danger every time he go the ball. Ray Carolan and Brendan Smith broke even at midfield in a game fiercely contested but played in a most sporting manner. Very Rev Father Timothy Connolly Maynooth Mission to China and former Superior General of the Order heads out on the mission fields of South America. The people of Ballinagh have come together to make him a presentation to be used in his missionary work. Donations to Dr Connolly Eddie McDwyer NT Sean Moriarity NT Peter Smith Post Office Paul Sheridan or Thomas Reilly Ballinagh.

Draw for £500 in prizes at Concert held in Town Hall results in Betty Casey of the Surgical Hospital winning the first prize of £100. Father Joe Dolan Adm thanks everyone who supported the Parochial Week telling the packed audience that “this year has seen all records broken with the draw alone making over £1,000”!

Bridge Club N/S Mr and Mrs O Sullivan E/W Owen McGovern and Father PJ Gargan.

Fair in Cavan with prices well down by £7-10 particularly for horses where supply was high but demand very poor. Good quality cattle fair demand and they held their prices. Yearlings £25-£35. Two year olds £40-48 three year old £50-55 bull calves £18-22 working horses £40-45 colts fillies £40-45 donkeys £5-10 carrying sows £32-35 bonhams £10-14 per pair.

November 24^th 1962 Cavan Association in Dublin are treated to a lecture by Dr Louis Smith entitled ‘Some Aspects of the Common Market’. Con P Smith presided and Oliver Finlay was MC.

Technical Group from ESB advise Cavan Chamber of Commerce on ways and means of lighting up the town for Christmas. They recommend 18 festoon of coloured lamps two feet apart from Connolly Street to Church Street. Floodlighting of the most prominent buildings like the Town Hall and Cathedral could also be considered. The cost of the coloured lighting will be £230 and the Chamber members will collect the town commencing on Monday.

Death of Mary Ann Tully wife of Edward Tully Gartbrattan Cavan and late of Tullyconnelly Stradone at Saint Joseph’s Nursing Home Virginia. She was mother of Father EP Tully Shercock and Mrs Gerry Burke MPSI Main Street Cavan. Known throughout the county as a woman of great Christian charity her house was a refuge for the poor and destitute in society who always got a great welcome and meals and accommodation. She is survived by her sons daughters grandchildren relatives and many friends. There was a packed and representative attendance at the funeral in the Cathedral of Saints Patrick and Felim Cavan followed by burial in Saint Brigid’s cemetery Laragh.

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December 1^st 1962 Collection of the town for Cavan Industrial Association following on the announcement that the Smith Group were intent on developing a 15 acre site at Annagelliffe formerly owned by Jim Mulvaney with a German firm with the aim to assemble farm machinery for export. The response was mixed with many people very sceptical of the intentions of the promoters. Bridge Street and Kelly’s Terrace John McGinnity £10 Patricia Brady Cavan House £5 Mick Crosby £5 Walter Rehill £1 Margaret Smith £1 Hughie Maguire £3 Johnny Donohoe £3 Maire T Baxter £5 Charles McCourt £1 Griffith H Black £10 Pat Bennett £5 Munster and Leinster Bank £10. Town Hall Street Marona Foster £1 Jim Scanlon £2 Kathleen Bannon £2 Stan Mullery £1 Ashe Street Michael Young £5 Benny O Rourke 5 shillings. Dublin Road Tractamotors £10 Paddy Brady Tierquin £3 Cavan Mineral Water Company £10 Jim Mulvaney £1 Liam Bogue £2-2-0. Connolly Street Paddy Donnelly £1 Benny Conaty £5 Pat McGovern £5 Madge McCabe £3 Joe Crowe Dew Drop Inn £5. Coleman Road Peter Maguire ‘Bridge Hotel’ 10 shillings Don McMullin Railway Hotel £1 Brian Wall VS £1 Seamus Gilheaney £1 Paddy Conaty £1 Jim Malone £1 Colm Smith £2 Dr Tony Farrelly Lisdarn £5-5-0 J P Mansfield £3-3-0 and Charles Lord Legaland Dairies £1. Farnham Street Dermot Morgan £3 Brigid McDonald £10 Surgeon Bertie Cullen £1 Gerry Hunt BDS £1 Dr Brian Galligan £2 Tommy McDonald Building Contractor 10 shillings Sean P O Reilly VS £3-3-0 Eamon P Halton 10 shillings Senator Thomas J Fitzpatrick Solicitor £10 Paddy Conaty UDC £2 Willie Finegan Tierquin £1 and Sean Brady Annagelliffe 10 shillings. Further donations will be published in future editions of the Anglo Celt!

Death of Eugene Smith Crubany at his residence. A man of great integrity and Christian virtue. He was an outstanding neighbour to all those in the community. Survived by his sons daughters brother relatives and many friends. There was an overflow attendance at the funeral in Saint Brigid’s Church Killygarry with burial later in the adjoining cemetery.

On a wet damp sod at Breffni Park before a very good attendance who paid gate receipts of over £200 bigger stronger Virginia Blues brush aside the challenge of a much depleted Bailieborough Shamrock’s side who once again had to do battle without 1/3 of their team who are confined to college as they study for the priesthood. Ironically the tall strong young mobile Peter Pritchard was man of the match fielding high and kicking long. For Virginia Noel Kellett was their ace forward and ironically again he was Peter Pritchard’s immediate opponent. Fintan Tierney was replaced as referee by the more experienced Simon Deignan who did a fine job of refereeing a game which was hard and fair with no unsavoury incidents.

Cavan Chamber of Commerce decide to go ahead with the erection of the 1st ever Christmas lights in Cavan with the poor shopkeeper again expected to contribute to the collection which commences on Monday. Cavan UDC have agreed to pay the cost of the ESB.

Cavan Bridge Club NS Surgeon PD Maloney and Gerry Hunt E/W Owen McGovern and Father PJ Gargan.

Andy O Brien presides at debate between Loreto College and a Town team with Loreto shading the verdict. They now travel to Carrickmacross to take part in the Gael Linn Finals.

December 8^th 1962 Cavan GAA County Committee announce that they are in negotiations to purchase a strip of land from Bernard Harton to give them access from the Ballinagh Road to Breffni Park. The strip of land is 60 feet in width between Coulter’s and Bogue’s. The Chairman TP O Reilly points out that sites in the area are being sold for £5 per foot and the high price being asked is in line with this criteria. Simon Deignan propose that the Committee proceed with the purchase with Jack McConnell County Registrar seconding the proposal. The question of the referee for the replayed County Senior Final was raised with Matty McNamee explaining that both Bailieboro Shamrocks and Virginia Blues agreed not to nominate Fintan Tierney and instead submit a list of four names who they would accept as referee. Simon Deignan was the only man on each of the lists and was appointed to referee the replay.

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December 22^nd 1962 Bishop Austin Quinn flies home from Rome and the Vatican Council for Christmas. The Irish Bishops were received in private audience by Pope John XXIII where the Pope authorised each of the Bishops to impart his blessing and plenary indulgence to members of their flocks in Ireland on condition that they in turn pray for the Pope’s intentions. The Pope announced that he was granting a dispensation to the fast and abstinence requirement for Christmas Eve to Catholics who because of tradition were unable to honour the fast and they could now do so on Sunday 23rd December instead.

Frank N G Conaty 1 Sorrento Terrace Dalkey is appointed Technical Manager to the Irish Pigs and Bacon Commission to commence on January 1st 1963. Frank is a native of Tullymongan and brother of Paddy Conaty CC UDC and is 44 years of age . He graduated from UCD with an honours degree BSc in 1939. He was elected a member of the Royal Institute of Chemistry in 1944 and a Fellow of the Institute in 1961.

“Young’s Dublin House Wesley Street Cavan Phone 146. Best draught Guinness. Phone orders promptly delivered anywhere. List of wines to chose from the House of Morgan.”

Death of Michael ‘Mick’ Marron at his residence ‘Servite House’ Earlsvale Road. He was a member of one of Cavan ‘s oldest and most respected families. Son of the late Mr and Mrs Patrick Marren Licensed Vintner’s Connolly Street, Mick was best known for being a Legal Clerk in the practice of FE Kennedy Solicitor Main Street and was a Commissioner for Oaths in County Cavan. He had an outstanding tenor voice and was the leading boy soprano and later adult tenor in the Old Cathedral of Saints Patrick Cavan Choir under Father Willie Buchanan a native of Bridge Street. He is survived by his wife Teresa sons Pat who is studying for the priesthood and Eamon together with two sisters. There was a very large and representative attendance at the funeral from the Cathedral of Saints Patrick and Felim Cavan with burial later in Cullies cemetery. Father PJ Gargan CC was the celebrant.

Santa Claus will be driven in style by Andy Breslin in one of his vintage cars through the streets of the town to arrive at the Town Hall Cavan at 4:30 on Christmas Eve. The parade will be led by the recently reformed Cavan Boy Scout’s Band. All children must have tickets to gain admission and stewards gather in the Hall from 3:00 pm.

The Choir of the ICA entertain the crowds of shoppers on the streets of Cavan singing all of the popular hymns and carols. The collection was in aid of the Irish Council for the Blind and the response was very generous.

Paddy Egan and his family from New York are home for Christmas and staying with his parents Henry and Mrs Egan Connolly Street.

Mary Concepta Smyth eldest child of Michael and Kathleen Smyth 60 Main Street qualifies as a State Registered Nurse at Saint Anthony’s Hospital Cheam Surrey England. Mary was educated at the Poor Clare Convent and Loreto College Cavan.

Hugh Smith Coleman Road is home to his family for Christmas accompanied by his children Hugh and Betty and sister A Grimes who is making her first visit home since emigrating just over thirty years ago.

Christmas at Cavan Bridge Club N/S Father Sean O Reilly Saint Patrick’s College and Dr PD Maloney E/W Jim Leonard and Jim Rafter.

Cavan Chamber of Commerce who for the first time provided excellent Christmas lighting for the town announce that all businesses will re open on Friday 28th December 1962. Late contributions towards the lighting can be sent to Tom McKenna Oliver Plunkett Street Seamus Fox Main Street or Louis Blessing Licensed Vintner Main Street.

“O Connor and O Reilly Main Street beside PA Smyth’s. Cut flowers and potted plants. Can supply and deliver all your vegetable requirements for Christmas and the New Year.”

January 5^th 1963 Cavan Rugby team to play Navan from Shakelton English McKay Rafferty McSherry Maguire Hannon Sweeney Nelson Swanton Foster Clarke Moore Heaney Hickey Strong and Coffey.

6th Cavan CBSI Pantomime in Town Hall for eight nights and a matinee. Past and present scouts Cavan’s best artistes with guest artistes Sean McManus star of screen stage and radio. Sunday 6th January –Sunday 13th January 1963. Matinee Sunday 6th January at 3:30 pm. Admission 3/6 Bookable 2/6 and 1/6. Phone bookings at Vera Brady’s Phone Cavan 178.

Cavan Red Cross will be providing a full Christmas dinner and entertainment for the older citizens of the town from 65 up on Sunday 25th January with free transport to and from the venue. Subscriptions can be sent to Dr V Barry County MOH Bridie Galligan or Kathleen Lunn Coleman Road Cavan.

Dermot Morgan and Maureen McDonald win the prestigious Howell Cup at Cavan Bridge Club.

Sister Mercy Matron Saint Felim’s Hospital thanks Father Torlac O Reilly and the students of Saint Patrick’s College. John O Connor who was Santa Claus distributed gifts and presents to the much appreciative patients assisted by the hilarious Mel Doherty. Stan Mullery and Mattie Hand who staged a most enjoyable film show. .Irish Shoe Supplies and Belturbet Golf Club. Jackson’s Garage staff who distributed cigarettes tobacco and sweets to the patients. The Mighty Avons Showband who provided the music at the dance on Saint Stephen’s Day. Liam Bogue for supplying a Christmas tree to each ward and Michael Smyth 60 Main Street for supplying and installing the public address which relayed Mass to each Ward over the Christmas period.

January 12^th 1963 Rev Father George Gear Navan Road Dublin and Cathedral Road Cavan celebrates his firs Cavan Mass in the Cathedral of Saints Patrick and Felim. Afterwards he imparted his first blessing to the congregation. Father George is a son of Mr and Mrs Harry Gear Insurance Agent and was ordained in Dalgan Park Navan on December 22nd 1962. He will minister in Korea after the Summer holidays.

Don McMullin son of Mr and Mrs McMullin ‘Inishfall’ County Surgeon Cavan opens the ‘Railway Hotel ‘which he recently purchased from the Smith family. He was Manager of the Great Southern Hotel in Bundoran Hydro Hotel in Kilkee Butler Arms Waterville county Kerry. Hotel Russell Dublin and Roben’s Hotel London.

Cavan County Board celebrate winning the Ulster senior championship 1962 the McKenna Cup 1962 Ulster Junior championship 1962 with a banquet and presentation in the Crover House Hotel. Tickets are priced at £1 and are available from Paddy Donohoe ‘Saint Anthony’s’ Glenside Road or Con Smith Assistant Secretary Butlersbridge or Joe Stafford ‘Antrim Arms Hotel’ 7 Upper Drumcondra Road Dublin. There will be a special presentation to Hughie L Smith who celebrates his Silver Jubilee as Secretary Cavan County Board having been elected to the post in 1937.

Rev Father Dinny McMorrow celebrates Mass in the Poor Clare Convent Chapel later imparting his firs blessing to friends and relatives. Native of Ballinasloe, he is nephew of Mrs JJ Donohoe Rossa Place. He is a former member of the staff of Cavan Post Office and is son of Sergeant and Mrs McMorrow Ballinasloe. He is a member of the Columban Fathers and will minister in the Far East. Father Sean Lynch who also worked in Cavan Post Office and is a native of Templemore county Tipperary was also ordained on the same day December 22nd 1962. He also celebrated Mass in the Poor Clare Convent and will minister on the African missions.

Cyril Morris a member of the RAF ringing his parents Mr and Mrs Morris 19 Coleman Road on wins the prize for the best phone call home at Christmas and is rewarded with the phone conversation being recorded and played back to the entire battalion on Christmas morning.

George V Maloney is appointed Notary Public for County Cavan by the Chief Justice Cearbhaill O Dallaigh.

Pictured is Jack McConnell who is returned unopposed as Registrar of Cavan County Board

Cavan Bridge N/S George Maloney and George Fairbrother E/W Mr and Mrs O Sullivan.

Poor demand and small stock at Cavan Fair. Yearlings £25-30 two year old £48-52 three year olds £55-65 mincers £28-39. Working horses £40-£50. Knackers (dull trade). Bonhams £8-12 per pair carrying sows £30-35 casseogs £25-30.

Don McMullin new proprietor of the ‘Railway Hotel’ says “The best can cost so little at the ‘Railway Hotel’. For parties wedding breakfasts or best wines. Lunch for only 5/- for a four course meal. Phone Cavan 101”

January 19^th 1963 Cavan freezes in worst snow and frost since 1947 with the Green Lake frozen to a depth of 6 inches attracting hundreds of skaters and toboggans.

Senator Tom Fitzpatrick speaking in the Seanad on the Sugar Amendment bill appeals to the Company who are vey large beneficiaries of State funds to spread out to Cavan Monaghan and other under developed area of the country.

Pictured at the annual Drumalee GFC Dinner in the Farnham Hotel are Pat Sharkey Secretary Sean Reilly Treasurer Paul Caffrey Chairman Paddy Molloy President Phil Lee County Board delegate HL Smith Secretary Cavan County Board GAA TP O Reilly Chairman of Cavan County Board PJ McGovern Jimmy Costello Micheal Greenan Assistant Secretary Tommy Molloy Michael Walsh AJ O Brien NT Cavan County Council PC Donohoe Treasurer Cavan County Board P Smith M Lynch S Fay Barney Higgins Tommy Young and Matthew Reilly.

Mick O Connell of Kerry is voted ‘footballer of the year’ by the Gaelic games writer’s association. Tom Long also of Kerry was second Tom Maguire and Gerry O Malley who won the award in 1961 were joint 3rd Des Foley was 4th Paddy Doherty of Down 5th and Dublin’s Cathal O Leary 6th.

Provider’s 1st annual staff dance will take place in the Town Hall with music by the famous Donie Collins Orchestra. Spots and novelties with admission 7/6.

Bishop of Kilmore Austin Quinn is among the packed attendance at the final night of the 6th Boy Scout’s Pantomime ‘Finn the Fool’ in the Town Hall. The show was produced by Father Torlac O Reilly and Father PJ Gargan Chaplain conducted the draw and returned thanks to all who supported the event saying “the cast retained their verve and enthusiasm over a long period with the show once again dogged by adverse weather conditions.

Over 150 guests attend the Red Cross Christmas Dinner and entertainment in the Town Hall. Full Christmas dinner served including wine spirits etc followed by a concert featuring Jimmy Mallon Benny O Rourke and Molly McGurk sent the guests home happy and in good spirits.

Gaelic League meeting in the ‘Railway Hotel’ features a film of the Down V Kerry All Ireland Final 1960, a ceilidhe with Seamus De Faoite as Fear an Tighe. Brian O Mordha Chairman presided and the next meeting will be on the 8th February 1963.

Lynam’s Dart Team Bridge Street defeat Derrylin at home and will travel to the county Fermanagh town for the return tonight.

January 26^th 1963 Just when everything seemed back to normal after the big thaw, Cavan resident’s awake to find that another two feet of snow has fallen and there is no immediate sign of a further thaw. Drifts of snow in areas blocked all secondary roads. With gale force winds driving the snow some goats and donkeys are found dead as they froze trying to source some fodder. Cavan and Monaghan bear the brunt of the storm with buses and cars stranded and abandoned in the deep drifts. Tony Farrelly however the recently appointed Cavan County Physician gives a lesson in turning adversity into opportunity and is pictured skiing at County Cavan Golf Club. In one of the worst blizzards in centuries the country is brought to a complete halt as the Army manages to get supplies to families who have been isolated for weeks by huge snow drifts in Wicklow and Wexford.

Death of Cardinal Godfrey Archbishop of Westminster and Primate of England aged 73 at his residence in Westminster following a heart attack. Pope John XXIII praises the work of the cardinal before going to his private chapel to pray for the repose of his soul.

Matt Lynch and Mick Higgins co trainers of the Cavan Senior county team Ulster Champions 1962 are each made a presentation of a canteen of cutlery at the GAA banquet in Crover House Hotel.

Matt Rudden who is banned from participating in the NACAI sponsored Ulster Cross Country is the impressive winner of the AAAI Quinlan Cup in Tullamore in bitterly cold weather conditions on an icy surface covered in 4 inches of newly fallen snow. Matt took over the lead on the first lap and scorched around the track leading all the way. The Saint Augustine’s man came home 400 yards ahead of Harry O Gorman the national ten mile champion and C O Gorman all from Saint Augustine’s who won the team prize. Matt completed the gruelling run in an impressive 34 minutes and 7 seconds with Harry O Gorman clocking 35:30 just 17 seconds ahead of his brother Charlie. Saint Conleth’s Laois were 2nd team while the Curragh AC were a close 3rd.

Jackson’s Garage host a film show demonstrating the proper safe use of chain saws and the maintenance of the equipment in the Railway Hotel.

February 1^st 1963 Cavan Urban Council’s waterworks foreman Tommy O’Reilly The Regal tells the Anglo Celt that the Council will continue to turn off the water at night as there are numerous burst pipes on the mains and this problem is compounded by householders leaving on taps at night to avoid frozen pipes and taps. Tommy adds that the reservoir is now dangerously low.

Darts is the sport of choice in the cold spell with Pat Donohoe’s Commercial Bar team travelling to Kilnaleck to outclass Paddy O Reilly’s Bar 5-4 in an epic encounter in which the travelling to and from the event was described as hazardous. The return match takes place in the Commercial Bar Bridge Street to night.

Lynam’s Dart Club Bridge Street 1963 Chairman John Walsh Secretary Chris Kavanagh Treasurer Michael Lynam . Committee Michael Sexton John Johnston Johnny Burns Tommy Murray Pat Kinsella P Jermyn George Leinster. Captain of the team will be Jackie Jermyn for the year 1963.

Many householders are out early putting out crumbs for the birds many of them dying from starvation in the present freezing conditions.

Sudden death of Bernard Young Keelagh Ballyhaise at the Surgical Hospital. Survived by his wife sons brothers sister relatives and many friends. There was a large and representative attendance at the funeral from Saint Mary’s Church Ballyhaise to Cullies cemetery.

France once again veto Britain’s proposed entry into the Common Market with bitter words being exchanged between Edward Heath Britain’s chief negotiator and President Charles De Gaulle. Sean Lemass the Irish Prime Minister who hoped to lead Ireland into the Common Market says that “in view of our special trading relationship with Britain Ireland’s application will be shelved until the impasse with Britain’s entry is sorted out”

Parking fines to be introduced in Dublin and Dun Laoghaire for the first time. It is reported that the legislation will allow for fines up to 10/- with only a period of three weeks to pay or risk imprisonment. All offences in the greater Dublin metropolitan area apply to both cars and buses.

Cavan Gaels are holding their annual dinner and social in the Farnham Hotel on Thursday 7th February 1963 with tickets 15- available from Sean Galligan Secretary Cathedral Road.

The ten o clock Mass in the Cathedral was said for the deceased members of Cavan GAA. Father PJ Gargan later kicked off the Convention in the Courthouse by reciting a decade of the rosary. Chairman TP O Reilly Vice Chairman TJ O Reilly Cootehill Registrar Jack McConnell Secretary Hugh L Smyth Assistant Secretary Con Smith Butlersbridge Treasurer PC Donohoe Central Council Delegate Simon Deign who defeated Victor Sherlock 61-59 with two spoiled votes. Delegates to Ulster Council Andy O Brien NT and Sean Moriarity NT Ballinagh.

Francis McDermott a native of Larah and running in the colours of Warwickshire finishes in 15th place in the English Inter Counties Cross Country in which there was a top class field of 360 mostly Empire games and British Internationals at Caversham Park Reading. Finishing behind Francie who is attached to the Coventry Godiva Club were former World Mile record holder Derek Ibbotson Stan Eldon Martin Hyman. 1st Tim Johnston 2nd Basil Heatley 3rd Gerry North. Warwickshire finished 2nd team. Francie announced after the race that he was returning home to live and work in Dublin and would compete as an AAAI athlete joining the famous Donore Harriers. He is banned from defending his NACAI Ulster title but will represent Donore in the All Ireland Cross Country. Meanwhile Larah depleted by the defection of so many of their Dublin based runners to the AAAI are having trouble fielding a team for the forthcoming Ulster Cross Country and have named newcomers Eamon Tully Maudabawn Jim Cochrane Kill and Tommy Cullivan. TP O Callaghan Bailieboro is raging hot favourite to win the title.

Butlersbridge GFC 1963 President Michael Browne and J Masterson Chairman Tommy Browne Vice Chairman Sean O Hare Treasurers Brendan Farrell and Benny Henry Secretary Gerry Farrell.

Sister Mercy returns thanks to Father Torlac Mel Doherty and guest star Sean McManus for their serving up of the hit show ‘Finn The Fool’ in Saint Phelim’s Hospital on the last Friday in January. The show was a great boost to the patients and was staged by the Society despite the impassable weather conditions prevailing.

Annual General Meeting of the Angler’s Association in the Farnham Hotel.

“Washing machines vacuum cleaners polishers and steam irons by Hoover. Smyth’s 60 Main Street Cavan Phone 88.”

February 8^th 1963 Death of Cardinal John Dalton Archbishop of Armagh and Primate of All Ireland in a Dublin Nursing Home after a few days illness. He recently attended the funeral of his great friend Cardinal Godfrey in London three weeks ago. Native of Claremorris County Mayo he was the 111th successor of Saint Patrick and was aged 80 years. The Pope greeted the news with great sadness and described Cardinal Dalton as ‘an adornment of Ireland’ and thanked him for the work he had accomplished at the recent Vatican Council. The college of Cardinals is now reduced to 81 of which 29 are Italians. He was ordained for the Diocese of Dublin in 1908. He was the first Connaught man in 188 years to be appointed Archbishop of Armagh and the only priest from the Diocese of Dublin to attain the honour. He was educated in Saint Colman’s Claremorris Holy Cross Clonliffe Dublin and Rome. Although never a student in Maynooth he was a professor there for thirty years 1912-1942 after which he was appointed Co Adjutor Bishop of Meath succeeding Dr Mulvaney in 1943. In 1946 he succeeded the legendary Cardinal McRory as Archbishop of Armagh and Primate of All Ireland. In 1953 he was appointed Cardinal Archbishop by Pope Pius XII and his red hat now hangs in Saint Patrick’s Cathedral Armagh along with his predecessors. He was laid to rest with full church and state honours and is buried close to the walls of his beloved Cathedral in Armagh.

Michael N Conlon Cork County Manager is appointed Chief Operations Manager of the Pigs and Bacon Commission. Aged only 36 and native of Athlone, Michael started his career as Town Clerk Cavan he was later appointed to Louth County Council before being appointed Town Clerk Ennis and later Secretary Tipperary South Riding. He was appointed Manager Cork County Council at 33 becoming the youngest County Manager in Ireland.

Pictured are Phil Lee representing Drumalee and Hugh ‘Bud’ McNamara representing Cavan Gael’s at the recent Cavan GAA Convention in the Courthouse Cavan.

Meeting of Darts League Officers in The Old Mill Bar. Chairman Packy Phair Secretary Chris Kavanagh. Committee Willie Doonan T Rudden J Brady V Reilly B McKiernan Peter Clarke C McGovern M Brady and PJ O Reilly.

Cavan Branch Comalthas Ceolteoiri Eireann AGM in Ulster Arms. Chairman Dr Brian Galligan Secretary Miss R Butler Treasurer Aidan J Timmons NT and Brendan Dunne Auditor Brian Coleman Registrar Teddy McCormack.

Death of Susan Kelly Breffni Park Lane at a young age. She was a member of an old distinguished well known Cavan family. She was known for her outstanding Christian piety and was extremely generous and hospitable. She was wife of Paddy Kelly well know Hackney driver. There was a large and representative attendance at the funeral in the Cathedral of Saints Patrick and Felim with burial later in Killygarry cemetery.

Cavan Bridge Club N/S Mr and Mrs Ryan E/W JP Mansfield and Tommy McCormick.

Cavan Golf Club 1963 President Surgeon BT Cullen Captain Owen McGovern NT Secretary Jack Binchey Assistant Secretary Dermot Morgan Treasurer Brian Coleman. Committee Tommy Aylmer Jack Brady Phil Cullivan Liam Bogue Seamus Fox Tom C Hickey Edward T O Hanlon William P O Hanlon Dr FPE Smith and Niall Walsh. Ladie’s section President Dorie Smith Captain Dolie Brady Secretary Maisie Magee Assistant Secretary Carmel McDonald Treasurer Molly Finegan Committee Cissie Blessing Philomena Coleman Margaret English Kathleen Kenny Una Smith Bridie Smyth outgoing Captain ,Kathleen Sullivan Connie McEntee Kathleen Morgan and Joan O Hanlon.

Cavan Rugby team play Navan in Navan from Shakelton Moore Foster Swanton Tolan Coffey Sweeney Harrison Nelson Markey English McSherry Kelly O Donnell Strong and McLoughlin.

Pictured at the annual dinner and dance of Cavan Guild ICA Olive Black Vice President Miss J King Mrs J Dawson Federation President Molly Finegan Federation Secretary M Smyth Secretary Nellie McIntyre Treasurer JH Faris Federation Vice President Annie Brady Guild Editor J Black ‘An Grianan’ Dorie Smith Association Vice President.

February 16^th 1963 Surgeon Cullen is appointed Captain of the Irish Trout Angling team to compete in the Home International at Lough Levan Scotland. Dr H O Connell Manorhamilton is the new President replacing G Wilson also from Manorhamilton.

District Justice Philip Lavery retires as District Justice for the Cavan/Monaghan area which he served for an incredible 41 years. He qualified as a Solicitor in 1914 and was the eldest of a family all eminent in the Legal and Medical fields. He was son of well known Irish Republican Patrick Lavery Armagh and began his career as District Justice in Castlerea under the British rule before being appointed to Cavan/Monaghan at the foundation of the State. He is brother of Justice Cecil Lavery of the Supreme Court Dr Francis Lavery Professor of Ophthalmology UCD and Eye Specialist at Saint Vincent’s and The Royal Victoria Eye and Ear Hospital Dublin Rev Dom Brendan Lavery Dominican Abbey Bath and Hugh Lavery Solicitor Bath. He will be succeeded as District Justice Cavan/Monaghan by James Patrick Gilvarry.

Long debate at Cavan Urban Council as the County Manager outlines his plans to spend £130 on the development of the Town Hall Car Park with Johnny Murray reminding the Manager that he had the responsibility to spend the money where it was most urgently needed like cleaning up and converting the recently acquired Egg Market to a Car Park. M/S Murray O Rourke and Conaty voted to spend the money on the Egg Market but the Manager got his way and the Council on a majority voted to develop the Town Hall Car Park.

Ray Carolan will make his debut for Ulster against Connaught in the Railway Cup Semi Final at Countess Marckievicz Park Sligo when he will be opposed by Connaught debutant and old Saint Jarlath’s foe John Morley. Carolan will be partnered by Sean Ferriter Donegal who is also making his Railway Cup debut. The team will be captained by Jim McDonnell Cavan who will man the left half back berth. Team Thady Turbett Gabriel Kelly Leo Murphy Pat Rice Tony Morris Tom Maguire Jim McDonnell Ray Carolan Sean Ferriter Sean O Neill Jody O Neill Paddy Doherty Jimmy Whan Jim McCartan and Brian Morgan.

Presentations are made to Sean and Marie Galligan and Cathal and Anne Young on the occasion of their recent marriages at the well attended and enjoyable Cavan Gaels annual dinner and social in the Farnham Hotel. Pictured are Hughie L Smyth Secretary Cavan County Board Paddy Conaty Chairman Cavan Gaels GFC Jack Smallhorne Tommy Garvey Paddy McGowan Maurice Brady Treasurer T M Gilroy Vice Chairman AJ O Brien Chairman Cavan Oliver Plunkett’s Tommy Hughes Secretary Hugh McNamara County Board Rep Tommy Smith Secretary Cavan Oliver Plunkett’s and Timmy Murphy Vice Chairman.

Death of Helen McDonnell 6-8 Main Street Cavan. She was a highly respected resident and was known for her kind decent disposition and charitable retiring nature. She was wife of the famous Pat McDonnell former Chairman and member for Clann Na Poblachta on Cavan Urban Council and proprietor of McDonnell’s Bakery and shops at 6-8 Main Street and 61 Main Street beside Smyth’s. She is survived by her sons Brendan Linus Patrick and John daughters Marcella and Kitty relatives neighbours and a wide circle of friends. There was a large and representative attendance at the funeral from Saint Patrick and Felim’s Cathedral with burial later in Saint Brigid’s cemetery Killygarry.

Cavan Gaels and Cavan CYMS join forces in the promotion of Bingo in the Town Hall for a week with the final night prize being a trip to Lourdes.

Ethna Smith wins 1st place in the Dublin Health Authority Examinations scoring 1,295 marks out of a possible 1,400. Ethna was also successful in the recent examinations for Clerk Typists Cavan County Council. She was educated at Saint Clare’s National School and Cavan Technical School. She is daughter of Mr and Mrs Henry Smith Glenside Road.

Very poor demand at Cavan Fair with prices well down while stocks were large. Yearlings £25-30 2 year old £38-44 3 years old £50-60 milch cows £38-45 springers £50-65 working horses £40-45 donkies £8-12 carrying sows £27-10-0 to £32 and bonhams £9 per pair.

February 23^rd 1963 Diamond Jubilee of Rev Mother Mary Columba Poor Clare Convent Cavan . Teacher and Sacristan she is popular with her colleagues and pupils alike. Native of Lavey she entered the Convent in Cavan in August 1900 and was professed a nun in February 1903 by Father Judge PP Crosserlough deputising for the Bishop of Kilmore Dr McGennis who was ill. She is sister of Mother Mary Pius Superior Holy Faith Glasnevin for over fifty years. She is a niece of the renowned Father John Boylan PP Crosserlough.

Pictured is Charlie Heaslip Carrickaboy well known cattle breeder who won the Reserve Supreme Champion at the RDS in Dublin with ‘Denn Whirlwind’. He later sold the reserve champion to Dovea Eastern Cattle Breeding Society Thurles for £450.

Mary Ellen Carroll widow 61 College Street is awarded £3,500 and costs in her action against Thomas Brady Cootehill County Cavan in the High Court in Dublin. She took the action following the death of her husband Patrick ‘Packy’ who was a passenger in the car owned by Mr Brady which crashed and collided with a lorry just outside Carrickmacross on Monday October 30th 1961 causing the death of her husband. Justice Kenny directed that Mrs Carroll be paid £1,998 and the remainder in varying amounts to her five children. Tom F O Higgins SC with Mr P Smith instructed by Tom Fitzpatrick Solicitor was for Mrs Carroll PJ Kennedy and Sons Solicitors represented Mr Thomas Brady.

Rev Vincent Cunningham SCA on a short holiday with Frank Betty and Mary O Neill 10 Highfield Road. Prior to his ordination Father Vincent was a clerical officer at Cavan Railway Station.

Dr Brian Galligan Aidan Timmons and Brendan Dunne joint Treasurers Cavan CCE are pictured at the meeting to announce details of the forthcoming Ulster Fleadh Cheoil at Cootehill Technical School.

Death of Andrew Mallon 6 College Street at the residence of his niece Saint George’s Square Dundalk. He was a member of one of Cavan’s oldest and most respected families and was a pig dealer by trade. He was known all over the country for his integrity and good judgement and was deservedly held in the highest esteem. Despite the unsociable hours of his trade he never missed a day to visit the Cathedral and he was one of the most prominent members of the Holy Family Confraternity. Excellent tenor voice he was a member of the old Cathedral Choir under Father Willie Buchanan and was also a prominent member of Cavan Choral Society which was also directed by his good friend and Bridge Street neighbour Father Willie Buchanan. He is survived by his brothers Edward Louis and Jimmy sisters Katie and Molly nephews and nieces. There was an overflow attendance of people from all over Ireland at the funeral and removal at Cavan’s Cathedral of Saints Patrick and Felim with burial later in Saint Brigid’s cemetery Killygarry. Father PJ McManus CC officiated.

Jim McDonnell captains Ulster to victory over Connaught in the Railway Cup semi final at Countess Marckievicz Park Sligo. Ray Carolan and Sean Ferriter were excellent in the second half and ensured a strangely lethargic Ulster forward line of enough procession to win the tie. Carolan outplayed his old rival John Morley who faded after a promising start. Paddy Doherty had a complete off day with close in frees but the all Cavan half back line of Tony Morris Tom Maguire man of the match and captain supreme Jim McDonnell was the rock on which this victory was fashioned. Ulster will now play Leinster in the Railway Cup Final on Saint Patrick’s Day. Leinster ousted the favourites Munster out of the competition after footballer of the year Mick O Connell missed a penalty and Des Foley scored a last minute goal for Leinster.

Saint Patrick’s College have a great win over Saint Eunan’s Letterkenny 2-6 to 3-2 after conceding two goals in the opening five minutes of the semi final in Irvinstown thus qualifying for their third consecutive McRory Cup Final where they will play Saint Coleman’s Newry. Team A Clerkin Rory Toal Ray Dunne Raymond Carroll P Traynor Peter Pritchard Philip Fitzsimmons B Donohoe S Cullen Johnny Cusack Paddy Lyons P Keogan L Coyle Noel Brady Michael Fagan. Sub Frank McKiernan for Rory Toal.

Cavan Town Handball Tommy Sheridan lost to Ciaran Cullivan 16-21 21-18 11-21 Sean Woods beat Michael Jermyn 21-14 21-12 21-17. Next Sunday John Kennedy will play Dr Brian Galligan and Henry Smith takes on John McNiffe. In the Gael Linn Final Henry Smith beat Seamus McCormack 47-14.

The unbeatable and unbeaten TP O Callaghan Bailieboro is the winner of the Cavan Cross Country event at Ballyhaise. Eamon Tully Ballyhaise was 2nd JP Cullivan Lavey 3rd. Boy’s J Donoghue Laragh Cyril Mullin Laragh Paddy Neill Ballyhaise and John Donohoe Ballyhaise.

“New hairdressing salon at 86 Main Street opposite the Farnham Arms Hotel opening on Monday 11th March proprietor Margaret Kelly nee Kitson. Excellent attention guaranteed”.

Father Sean O Reilly and Gwen Arnold win the Open competition for the McQuillan Cup at Cavan Bridge Club. Club competition N/S Kathy Brady and Maura Cullen E/W Mr and Mrs M O Sullivan.

Death of Mrs Elizabeth Roarty 58 Bray Avenue New Jersey USA. She was daughter of the late Mr and Mrs Frank Fitzpatrick 2 Breffni Terrace and was over 45 years in America. She is survived by her husband John five sons two daughters brother John New Jersey and Joseph ‘Bendy’ College Street.

Death of Garda William J Johnson Emyvale Belturbet and late of 23 Farnham Street at his residence Stanley Bungalows Monaghan. Joined the force in June 1921 and served in Cloyne Buttevant Kilmore county Roscommon Belturbet and Cavan town before going to Emyvale in 1956. Native of Stranoden county Monaghan, he served 18 years in Belturbet. He was a very capable polite and civil officer who carried out his duties with great integrity and decency popular with both the general public and his colleagues. He is survived by his wife Maureen two sons Mervyn Cavan and Derek Monaghan. A guard of honour of civic guards under Superintendent John Collins escorted the remains from Stranoden Church to the adjoining cemetery.

March 1^st 1963 Because of the severe winter Bishop Austin Quinn announces that he is suspending the Lenten fast for all days of Lent apart from Ashe Wednesday and the days of Holy Week. He asks people to go to Mass or say the Stations of the Cross praying for the Pope’s intention and the ultimate success of the Second Vatican Council.

Death of John J Sheridan Farnham. He is survived by his wife son daughters brother sister relatives and many friends. There was a large and representative attendance at the funeral from Saint Patrick’s Drumcor to the adjoining cemetery.

Cavan Musical Society present the musical extravaganza ‘The Pirate’s of Penzance ’by Gilbert and Sullivan in the Town Hall Cavan for eight nights. Admission 3/6 reserved 2/6 and 1/-. Booking at McGinnity’s Travel Coleman Road.

Death of Thomas ‘Tommy’ Young after a short illness at his residence ‘Dublin House’ Wesley Street at the age of 80. He was a native of Drumcrave where he was educated. Deeply involved in the affairs of Cavan GAA. He played in Cavan with Behey Benburbs and later Cavan Slashers. He won a Dublin Junior Championship with Hibernian Knights in 1907 before returning home to establish his own business in Wesley Street ‘The Dublin House’ in 1908 and he has been in business there ever since. Besides playing with Behey Benburb’s and Cavan Slasher’s, Tommy was a member and captain of the senior county team. He was deeply involved in the affairs of Cavan GAA and was one of the main movers in the quest to acquire and develop Breffni Park in 1923. He was later actively involved in the Breffni Park re development in 1952 and represented Cavan Slasher’s on the Cavan County Board for many years. In business he was known for his decency integrity and discipline not tolerating excesses of any kind. He is survived by his son Michael former Chairman of Cavan UDC Cathal Solicitor Dublin Anthony Galway daughters in law Beatty nee Sweeney and Ann. Tommy was brother of Father Joe Young PP Laurence O Toole Parish Dublin and the late Father Michael Young PP Denn. He was uncle of Father Joe Young Drumkilly Father John A Young CC Ballinamore and Rev Charles Young CC Los Angeles. Family friend Father PJ Gargan officiated at the funeral in the Cathedral of Saints Patrick and Felim where there was a large and representative attendance. Cavan Gaels formed a guard of honour with burial later in Cullies cemetery.

Cavan Bridge Captain’s Prize (Dermot Morgan’s) 1st Maura Maloney and Dr E McQuade 2nd Liam Bogue and Mattie Corcoran.

Very active Chamber of Commerce decide to embark in organising their first Saint Patrick’s Day Parade which will be immediately preceded by a ‘Buy Irish Week’ with each premises in the town entering a window display for the Jim Scanlon Cup.

Dog and Gun Club members and beaters meet at Andy McConnell’s Kesh Bar for fox hunt in the Araghan area.

Kathleen Brady Francis Street will give the recital at Cavan Gramophone Club taking place in 23 Farnham Street next week.

March 8^th 1963 Cavan Musical Society feature Paul Deegan as Frederick in the tenor lead after his hit performance in the same role at the Saint Louis Convent Rathmines. The leading soprano role of Mabel is played by Morna McMullin daughter of Mr and Mrs Joseph McMullin late County Surgeon ‘Inishfall ‘Church Street Cavan. Morna was trained by Dennis Noble and Michael O Higgins and both Morna and Paul are members of the world famous Rathmines and Rathgar Musical Society. The Musical Director is Father ABC McGrath while the Producers are Phil Cullivan and Jack Binchey.

Louis Blessing Main Street is elected Vice President of the Irish Vintner’s Association. Louis is the holder of two senior All Ireland football medals won in 1933 and 1935 with his native Cavan..

Blaise Treacey will replace the late Patrick Flynn as County Cavan Home Assistance Officer. He is presently Town Clerk of Carrickmacross.

Alfred E Hughes City Hall Cashel a native of Letterkenny replaces John McGinley now in Sligo as Town Clerk Cavan Urban Council.

Work progressing slowly on the £200,000 Cavan Engineering Works at Annagelliffe after the harsh winter spell. When complete the factory will produce heavy agricultural machinery.

“Musical instruments including guitars banjos accordions tin whistles. Cash or easy payments. Smyth’s 60 Main Street Cavan Phone 88”.

Cavan Angler’s Club 1963 Chairman Vincent Bartley Vice Chairman Tom McConville Secretary Sean Young Assistant Secretary Norman Cinnamond and Treasurer Johnny Donohoe.

Saint Patrick’s College have a complete off day as they fail miserably 2-8 to 0-2 to defend their McRory Cup in the final at wet and soggy Pearse Park Ballybay. Not only were Saint Colman’s vastly superior but Cavan were prevented from a total wipe out by the inaccuracy of the Newry attack which shot 18 wides as against 2 for Cavan. Saint Colman’s led by 1-5 to 0-1 at the interval. Johnny Cusack was the only scorer for Cavan pointing from close in frees in both halves. Amidst scenes of unbridled jubilation Father PV Mallon President of the Ulster Council presented the McRory trophy to Saint Colman’s captain Larry Powell immediately after the game.

Andy J O Brien is elected Treasurer of the Ulster Council GAA after 20 years service as a delegate for Cavan at the annual Convention in Ballinascreen county Derry. Padraig McFlynn of Down and Henry Casey of Donegal were re elected Chairman and Vice Chairman for the 3rd successive year.

Tommy Hughes is prevailed upon to take charge of the whistle in Ballyhaise’s 1-11 to 2-4 victory over Cavan Gaels on Sunday. Mike Duggan is once again the star for the homesters with uncle Larry contributing the vital goal. Best for the Gaels were Michael Jermyn Brendan Keaney Gerry Carroll. Scorers John Sheridan 1-1 Teddy O Neill 1-0 Larry Ready 0-1 PJ Carroll 0-1 and Joe Connolly 0-1.Paddy O Reilly from Church Street was sound in the Gael’s goal and Sean Brady a clerical student in Maynooth and former Stradone star was outstanding at full back for the town team.

Donie Fay continues to grab the headlines for Drumalee when the homesters hammer pointless Drumavaddy 4-9 to 0-3 in the Cavan Junior League. A presentation was made to Drumalee stalwart Paddy Smith who starred in the game on the occasion of his emigration to England on Monday. Scorers for Drumalee Donie Fay 1-4 Dessie Agnew 2-0 Seamus Reilly 1-1 Sean Brady 0-2 and Sean Woods 0-2. Drumavaddy replied per Jim Clarke. John Duggan of Ballyhaise was the referee of a sporting one side contest played in windy wet condition.

TP O Callaghan Bailieboro runs away with the Ulster senior cross country in Armagh coming home unchallenged to keep his unbeaten run intact. Tom Cullivan Larah ran a mighty race to finish second with Eamon Tully 5th leading Cavan to team victory with Derry the favourites second Antrim 3rd. The Cavan counters were TP O Callaghan 1st Tom Cullivan 2nd Eamon Tully 5th L McConnell 10th J Carr 12th and Tom Monahan 17th. The surprise of the Youth race was the performance of Cavan and Laragh’s A Smith who only took up the sport 1 month ago yet managed to finish the gruelling course in 2nd place. He is the first Laragh athlete to finish in the top three since Laragh won the event in 1959. 1st M Lynch Derry 2nd A Smith Cavan 3rd M Curran Derry. Teams Oak Leaf Derry 2nd Laragh AC Cavan and 3rd Corrigan AC Belfast. The ban on athletes competing in the AAAI competitions continues to limit the quality of athletes competing in the Ulster Championship which is run under NACAI rules.

Brian Wall MRCVSI purchases the premises of Olive O Reilly widow of the late John Joe in Town Hall Street paying £2,500 for the property which he will convert into an office. PN Smith had carriage of sale and PJ O Reilly was the Auctioneer. It is believed that Olive and her family are going to reside in Dublin.

Cavan Bridge Club N.S Fr Sean O Reilly and Dermot Morgan E/W Mr and Mrs Arnold.

Young Turlough Smith from Drumalee is presently caring for a carrier pigeon which landed in his back garden exhausted on Saturday last. The pigeon has a ring with number NUMW 25B1609 attached.

Successful Dog and Gun hunt at Araghan with two foxes killed and two seriously injured escaping!

Efforts to revive Cavan Show with PN Smith Chairman and Richard Black Secretary addressing the shareholders and interested parties in the Farnham Hotel. The show was first held in 1900 and has been run every year since that date barring last year and 1958. There is not enough money in the kitty to pay decent prizes and very few young volunteers coming forward with the energy and enthusiasm to take the venture over.

Peter ‘Pee’ Galligan well known Porter and accordion player retires from his position as Porter Saint Phelim’s Hospital after 37 years distinguished service. He was extremely well known and popular with patients visitors and fellow staff who all clubbed together to make a suitable presentation wishing Pee many years of happy retirement after a job well done.

Death of Mrs Mary R Tully 7 Tullac Mongan at the age of 34 at Saint Joseph’s Hospital Lisdarn. She was a member of the O Mahoney family one of Cavan’s oldest and most respected families and had been ill only for a very short time. She was wife of the very popular Paddy Tully well known Usher and Caretaker in the Magnet Cinema. She is survived by her husband Paddy sons Michael and Tony daughters Mary Bridie and Helen brothers sisters relatives and many friends and good neighbours. Father ABC McGrath officiated at the large and representative funeral in the Cathedral of Saints Patrick and Felim with burial later in Cullies cemetery.

Cavan Musical Society score a spectacular success with their fourth production ‘The Pirates of Penzance’ in the packed to capacity Town Hall on each of the eight nights. Paul Deegan as Frederick and Morna McMullin as Mable brought a touch of professionalism and pure class to the production which lifted the performance of the other artistes to a whole new level of magnificent singing skilful acting and imaginative production. Phil Cullivan is at his brilliant best as Major General Stanley indeed Phil’s very presence on the stage is awe inspiring as is his singing. George Maloney so fearsome in appearance and manner makes an excellent Pirate King. He is to be congratulated in the way he modified his natural tenor voice to the baritone of the role. As the Pirate King’s Lieutenant Joe Connolly fully lives up to his reputation as the find of last year’s Patience and the sky is the limit for this young talented performer. Sean Bergin’s natural sense of comedy stands him in great stead in his role as the Sergeant of Police. The part fits him like a glove and the marching singing and drill of his stalwart men is one of the highlights of the show. Maisie Magee comes out from her usual front of house role to give a sterling performance as Ruth a pirate maid calls for considerable acting and singing ability and her duet with Frederick and Mabel singing ‘Paradox’ is the outstanding highlight of a triumphal performance. General Stanley’s daughters Airmid O Hanlon Edith Sheila McGinnity Kate and Ann Dowling Isabel. Their glamorous appearance and reaction to the events unfolding on the stage knit the entire show together bringing principals and chorus together in a delightful tapestry of art and genius. Great credit is due to Phil Cullivan and Jack Binchey for their delightful interpretation and presentation in a well lit and beautifully costumed show that has given hours of pleasure and entertainment a new generation of Gilbert and Sullivan fans. Great credit is due to the back stage crew of MJ ‘Sonny’ Magee Niall Walsh and Dr FPE Smith. Father ABC McGrath must be the most satisfied man in Cavan this week after his patience expertise and hours of practice paid off to produce a show that must surely have exceeded all his own expectations and hopes. On the piano he led a small talented orchestra with Miss K Scanlon on violin and Colm Smith on the drums. The costumes were by PJ Burke Dublin in the capable hands of Maureen Hand Costume Mistress. Smyth’s Electrical supplied the lighting with the affable Tommy O Donnell in charge of the switchboard. Ladie’s Chorus Annie Brady Mary Flood Dolie Cullivan C Kitson Teresa Kitson Mary Lovett Maeve McDonald M McEvoy Josephine McGinnity D McMullin Joan O Hanlon A Smallhorne M Smyth and Margaret Sullivan. Men’s Chorus Ivan Black Hugo Cafferty Eamonn Cooke Liam Cooke Tommy Garvey Danny Kelly J Kennedy Leo McDonald Peter McGinnity Don McMullin F Mulloy R Murray Tommy Ruddy John Sharkey Paddy Smallhorne Michael ‘Darkie’ Smith and Brian Sullivan.

March 15^th 1963 Domestic staff at Saint Joseph’s Lisdarn down tools when they discover that their menu is different to that served to the rest of the staff. Apparently the doctors are receiving chicken three times a week while the nurses and other staff were receiving chicken only once a week. The problem now is that the domestic staff are not receiving any more chicken and the entire 19 of them immediately walked out on discovering the discrimination. County Council staff from the Courthouse were drafted in to peel spuds and generally clean and serve the meals to the patients. A compromise was reached over night and the typists and clerks returned to their duties in the Courthouse while the domestic staff returned to Saint Joseph’s Lisdarn where they will work and eat chicken again at least once a week..

Bombshell as it is announced that Cavan Drama Festival not to take place this year as there is trouble in appointing a suitable adjudicator and other logistic problems. Despite a last minute intervention by Ray McNally the committee decided to postpone the event until March 1964.

Cavan County Council announce that they need £3/4 million to bring the hospital services in the County up to national acceptable standards. Saint Felim’s Hospital requires expenditure on the building of £ ½ million while it is estimated that the proposed new Surgical Unit adjoining Saint Joseph’s Lisdarn will cost over £ ¼ million.

W Burrowes Dublin and T Crowley Belfast are the winners of the prestigious open competition for the Cullen Cup at County Cavan Bridge Club. J Sheerin and George Curran Clones were runners up. Dermot Morgan Captain and Surgeon Bertie and Maura Cullen are pictured presenting the trophy to the winners in the Farnham Hotel.

Mike Duggan from Ballyhaise continues to press for a position on the Cavan senior panel after another outstanding display in Ballyhaise’s exciting draw 2-5 to 1-8 against near neighbours Butlersbridge. Scorers for the Bridge Con Smith 0-5 frees John Sheanon 1-0 Ken Browne 0-2 Kevin Smith 0-1 while Ballyhaise replied through man of the match Mike Duggan 0-3 B Spring 0-2 frees Ted Duggan 1-0 and J Donohoe 1-0. Referee in Butlersbridge was the impeccable John Johnston Cavan.

Drumavaddy gain their first points in the Junior League with a well merited win against visitors Cavan Gaels 1-8 to 1-6 in a thrilling sporting encounter played in desperate weather conditions on a very greasy surface. The only jarring note was the non appearance of the appointed referee and the hour long delay in appointing Tommy Hughes to take charge without a whistle for over 40 minutes of this fine sporting encounter with both teams giving of their best. Best for the Gaels were Donal Crowe Gerry Carroll and Dick Mulcahy in defence. At midfield the sturdy George Crowe was outstanding. In the forward line John Sullivan Jackie Sheridan Tommy Smith and PJ Carroll were in form despite the sleet and rain falling throughout. Scorers for the Gael’s were John Sullivan 1-0 Tommy Smith 0-4 frees PJ Carroll and Jackie Sheridan 0-1 each.

Pictured is Harry O Dowd the Sligo and Cavan Gaels player who is now lining out for Shercock in the Junior League.

Sean McCormack is voted ‘boxer of the tournament’ at the Ritz Killeshandra after his incredible comeback in his bout against the experienced Hugh Cosgrove from Cootehill when he fought back in the last round to shade the decision with the capacity crowd on their feet with excitement. Sean was later presented with a pair of boxing boots sponsored by Toggy Connolly Cavan.

Cavan Chamber of Commerce announce that their first ever Saint Patrick’s Day Parade will march anti clockwise from the Courthouse up College Street down Connolly Street Main Street Church Street and back by the Cathedral to the Courthouse. A colour party from the local FCA will lead the parade followed by marching units led by the Drumcrow War Pipers. There are over forty floats entered in the parade and Cumainn Rinnce an Cabhain will stage dancing exhibitions at strategic points along the route.

Among the distinguished guests at the close of the musical extravaganza ‘The Pirates of Penzance’ in Cavan Town Hall were the Bishop of Kilmore Most Rev Dr Austin Quinn and the Bishop of Meath Most Rev Dr Kyne. Seamus Fox the outstanding MC for Cavan Musical Society returned thanks to all who contributed in any way to the outstanding success of the eight days of musical excellence.

March 23^rd 1963 Pat Hand of Owen Roe Cavan fails in his appeal at Cavan Circuit Court in his damages case against JJ Smith Contractor when Judge R McLoughlin apportions full blame to Pat for not removing his foot when working with a chisel to knock three to four steps at Farnham Estate on the 10th October 1961 as a result of which he incurred serious injuries to his foot.

Pictured is Benny Cafferty receiving the TJ Connolly trophy from the donor after he beat Kieran Cullivan in the snooker final at Cavan CYMS.

Dr PD Maloney Gerry Hunt Gwyen Arnold and Dr E McQuade pictured after Cavan beat Kells in the Regional Finals at Virginia and will represent the region in the All Ireland finals.

Death of Brigid Brady Castletara. Survived by her sons daughters relatives and wide circle of friends. There was a large and representative attendance at the funeral from Saint Patrick’s Church Castletara with burial in the adjoining cemetery.

Death of Bridget O Reilly College Street at Lisdarn Hospital. She was an extremely decent woman and well known throughout the area for her Christian virtue and acts of charity and hospitality. Predeceased by her husband Richard some years ago she is survived by her son Tommy formerly engineer in McCarren’s and Monery daughter in law and grandchildren. There was a large and representative attendance at the funeral from the Cathedral of Saints Patrick and Felim to Ballinagh cemetery.

Death of Katie O Reilly relict of Peter 21 Connolly Street Cavan. She was extremely popular and well known being a member of one of Cavan’s oldest and most respected families. Survived by her daughters Dolly and Maggie brothers sister relations neighbours and many friends. There was a large and representative attendance at the funeral in the Cathedral of Saints Patrick and Felim with burial later in Saint Brigid’s cemetery Killygarry.

Saint Patrick’s Day Parade goes ahead despite the downpour in very wet and poor conditions. It was decided before the start to exclude the children dressed in light blouses and shirts. Large crowds gathered along the way waving national flags and emblems. Dancing exhibition moved indoors to Cavan Town Hall and the De La Salle School where the competitions took place. ‘Johnny Brady’s’ in the centre of Cavan won the ‘Buy Irish Window Display’ and were presented with the Jim Scanlon Cup by the donor Jim Scanlon Jewellers and Watchmakers Town Hall Street. The parade was led by the FCA and the Drumcrow War Pipers followed by the Irish American Society Boy Scout’s Accordion Band Mullahoran Flagelot Band Comaltas Ceolteoiri Eireann Cumann Rinnce an Cabhan and the children of Saint Joseph’s Industrial School Poor Clare Convent. There were over forty floats but far too many cars lorries and farming machinery which took ages to pass in the wet and wintry conditions. Winners of the Dancing Competitions included Fitzpatrick School Cavan and Clones Power School of Dancing and Saint Joseph’s School Cavan. The adult section was dominated by Cumann Rinnce an Cabhan Oldcastle Dancers and Saint Mary’s Troop all the way from Castlefinn county Donegal. There was 51 entries in the Window Display competition and the overall winners was ‘Johnny Brady’s’. ‘General and Public Houses George Fegan’s 2nd F Morris Main Street. Chemist and Hairdressers Maura Baxter Bridge Street 2nd Connolly’s Chemists. Radio and Electrical 1st JW Morris Main Street 2nd WE Berney Connolly Street. Confectionary Sweets and Stationers 1st Tommy Reilly ‘The Regal’ 2nd Betty and Maggie Hickey. Drapery and Shoes 1st Johnny Brady’s 2nd Toggy Connolly. Jewellers and Fancy Goods Jim Scanlon Town Hall Street 2nd AH Smith Main Street. Butcher’s Mick Crosby Bridge Street.

Cavan Comaltas Ceolteoiri Eireann 1963 Chairman Aidan Timmons NT Vice Chairman Sean Lee Kilconny Belturbet Treasurer B Brady Coras Point Secretary Rosaleen Butler Cavan Post Office Honary Auditors Dr Brian Galligan and Louis Blessing.

Ulster with a much changed team and captained by Jim McDonnell Cavan win their 7th Railway Cup title when they defeated Leinster 2-8 to 1-9 before an attendance of 19,000 at Croke Park. Ulster led by 2-4 to 0-5 at the interval. The hurling final between Leinster and Munster finished in a draw and will be replayed on Easter Sunday. The holders Leinster finished strongly but Ulster just held out to edge them out by 1 point at the close. Des Foley who played in both games was tightly held by Tom Maguire and made very little impact on the game. His brother Lar played in the hurling draw 5-5 each and came on as a second half substitute for Leinster. Ray Carolan teamed up with Sean Ferriter of Donegal was adequate but not spectacular and was replaced before the end. His immediate opponents M Carlin Kildare and M Carley Westmeath were also replaced . PT Tracey the first Fermanagh man ever to represent Ulster was the star of the show scoring 1-4 and generally being in the ‘thick of things’ on the edge of the square. Sean O Neill was outstanding setting up every Ulster scoring chance while Jimmy Whan and Paddy Doherty were also very prominent on a pitch badly cut up be the exertions of the hurlers with constant rain making the handling very difficult. Scorers for Ulster PT Tracey 1-4 Paddy Doherty 1-2 Sean O Neill 0-1 Frank McFeeley 0-1 and Jimmy Whan 0-1. Ulster Tadhey Turbett Tyrone Gabriel Kelly Cavan Leo Murphy Down Pat Rice Down PJ Flood Donegal Tom Maguire Cavan Jim McDonnell Cavan Sean Ferriter Donegal Ray Carolan Cavan Sean O Neill Down Frank McFeeley Donegal Paddy Doherty Down Jimmy Whan Armagh PT Tracey Fermanagh and Brian Morgan Down.

Bishop of Kilmore Austin Quinn presides at the Solemn High Mass in the Cathedral of Saints Patrick and Felim Cavan on Saint Patrick’s Day at 11:30 with Father John Maguire the celebrant. Sean O Reilly Dean Saint Patrick’s College deacon Father PJ McManus sub deacon and Father PJ Gargan MC. Bishop Quinn celebrated the 8 am Mass Father John Maguire the Inspector of Schools the children’s 10 Mass. On Monday 18th Father PJ McManus celebrated the 7:30 pm Mass as gaeilge.
Cavan Dog and Gun club kill 6 foxes and seriously injure 3 more on their successful fox hunt at Farnham Estate!

Dr Roy Hayes will give the recital at Cavan Gramophone Society’s meeting at 23 Farnham Street on Monday next 25th March at 8:30 pm.

March 30^th 1963 Thirty mile speed limit to come into operation for all Urban areas in county Cavan including Cootehill Belturbet Kingscourt Shercock Swanlinbar Killeshandra Arva Ballinagh Kilnaleck Ballyjamesduff Virginia Ballyhaise Redhills Butlersbridge Mountnuggent Bawnboy Tullyvin Blacklion and Dowra. Fines for over speeding in these areas are up to £20 for first offence up to £50 second offence and up to twelve months in jail for a third or subsequent offence.

Cavan and Down play out an exciting draw 1-7 each in a downpour at Carrickmacross in the semi final of the Wembley tournament. The tackling was rigorous and hard hitting played in a most sporting manner by two fast fit teams intent on playing good football despite the atrocious weather conditions and treacherous underfoot sod. Down led by 0-4 to 0-3 at the interval. Scorers for Cavan Phil ‘Lightening’ Murray Jim McDonnell 0-2 Charlie Gallagher 0-2 Hugh Barney O Donohoe 0-1 Seamus McMahon 0-1 and Jimmy Stafford 0-1.Down scorers James McCartan 1-1 Paddy Doherty 0-2 and Tony Hadden Brian Johnston and Sean O Neill 0-1 each. Jim McDonnell was on the 40 pitted against the rugged but sporting Dan McCartan who although well improved had to play second fiddle to Cavan’s most influential player.

The Doonaree Ceilidhe Band will broadcast from Radio Eireann to night Saturday. All communications to Andy Smith Creamery Manager Lavey Strand.

Patrick Gaffney BE purchases the Erne Cinema Belturbet for£2,050. PJ O Reilly was the auctioneer along with Finegan Menton 14-15 Lower O Connell Street Dublin while M/S Ophen and Company Stephen’s Green were the Solicitors having carriage of sale.

George V Maloney and his wife Maura purchase ‘Saint Aiden’s’ Drumelis on 36 acres of land formerly the residence of Senator Paddy Baxter for a sum of £3,600.

Maurice O Neill’s bungalow at Drumalee fetches £2,675 sold to Tom Fitzpatrick in trust. Con P Smith was the auctioneer and Sean Kelly had carriage.

Cavan Bridge N/S Liam Bogue and Mattie Corcoran E/W Tom Hickey and Surgeon Cullen.

The Mother Abbess of the Poor Clare Convent returns thanks to the Social Committee in Provider’s who donated the profits of their recent record breaking dance in the Town Hall to the convent fund.

The Denland Consort with conductor Brian Boydell will give a recital in the Loreto Concert Hall sponsored by the ICA Guild Cavan.

Cavan Gaels formalise their bid to Cavan Show Society for the purchase of the Show Grounds in a letter from TP O Reilly Solicitor Ballyconnell read to the shareholders at the extraordinary meeting called by Chairman PN Smith and Secretary Richard Black. The proposal which includes a provision to allow the Society to hold their annual show as normal was well received and a further meeting of all interested parties was called.

April 8^th 1963 Paddy Smith Minister for Agriculture on behalf of the Irish people presents a 20 year old Aberdeen Aengus Bull to the Holy Father Pope John XXIII to join the pontiff’s prize herd at his summer residence Castlegondolfo. The bull ‘Duke of Liss’ was formerly owned by Bartley McEnroe Liss House Oldcastle county Meath and won 1st Prize and Leinster Gold Medal at the recent show in the RDS. The bull was born in January 1942.

Cavan UDC after a marathon session strike a record high rate of 46/3 in the £ which includes provision for the painting of the Town Hall, development of Car Parks at Town Hall and Cavan Egg Market. Tom Fitzpatrick presided and the new rate was proposed by Joe McGovern and seconded by Paddy Conaty.

Matt Rudden running in the Saint Augustine Dublin colours comes home a creditable 2nd place in the All Ireland Cross Country at Naas Racecourse. Matt did not cover the mid race break if the winner Sean O Sullivan 44 minutes and 26 seconds from Cork but after a great battle with the holder Willie Webb Limerick in which second place was in dispute all afternoon the gallant Laragh man edged out the defending champion in the last quarter of a mile to finish second in 45 minutes and 29 seconds for the tough 8 mile course. The veteran 44 year old Willie Morris of Galway was 4th in a time of 46 minutes and 10 seconds. In the last three years Matt Rudden has been 2nd 3rd and 2nd again in the National Championships but his only regret is that he didn’t really give himself a chance to win the 1963 Championship by not covering the break of Sean O Sullivan rather hoping that the teak tough Cork man would be reeled in later in the race. Teams 1st Cork 54 points 2nd Limerick 92 and 3rd Clare 102. Eamon Tully from Maudabawn and member of Laragh NACAI Club ran as an independent entry in the All Ireland Cross Country Championships in Naas where there was 139 entries with Eamon finishing in a creditable 63rd place.

Laragh Athletic Club 1963 President Father JM Byrne Chairman Eamonn Tully Vice Chairman Jim Cochrane Secretary Vincent Rudden Assistant Secretary Jim Brady Treasurer Paddy McDermott. Committee Matt Rudden PP Reilly Jin Cochrane Tom Cullivan M Smith and Owen Reilly outgoing Chairman who thanked all who helped the Club in the last year particularly the Anglo Celt Stradone GFC for the training facilities at their ground and changing facilities in their well appointed Hall. The club paid tribute to Laragh native Francis McDermott who mad his debut at international level at the recent cross country in San Sebastian Spain.

Death of the very popular Mary Elizabeth Finlay Bridge Street at the age of 77. She was very closely associated with many of the Cathedral Sodalities and was well known for her Christian piety faith and charity particularly to those less fortunate in the community. She was widow of the late John Finlay Pig Dealer who died some years ago. She is survived by her three sons Paddy Oliver and Freddie four daughters Mollie Dillon Nellie Harding Nancy Nolan and Bernadette Carroll. There was a very large and representative attendance at the funeral in the Cathedral of Saints Patrick and Felim with Father PJ McManus presiding with burial later in Cullies.

Presentation to Michael Tierney BE Assistant County Engineer. He was in Cavan ten years and his many friends in the town and colleagues at Cavan Golf Club made him a presentation before his departure for Longford on promotion.

Sean McCormack Manager of the Hardware Department in Provider’s purchases the ‘Commercial’ Bar in Bridge Street from Pat’ Stick’ Donohoe for £2,500. The Solicitor having carriage of sale was GV Maloney with PJ O Reilly Auctioneer.

Automatic ‘halting’ and flagging of buses to come to an end as CIE erect bus signs in Farham Street (2) and Dublin Road. Passengers must board and alight from the buses at these points.

Death of Margaret Boylan Drumelis at a young age. She is survived by her husband and young family. She was well known in the area and was highly respected and regarded. There was a large and representative attendance at the funeral in the Cathedral of Saints Patrick and Felim with burial in Ballynarry cemetery.

Cavan Bridge Club N/S Rev Sean O Reilly and Dermot Morgan E./W Mr and Mrs M O Sullivan.

Death of Bernard McDonald Dental Surgeon in Ohio USA. He was brother of Austin McDonald Church Street and Mrs A Carolan Oldcastle county Meath. He was in America over 50 years and was a veteran of World War 1. He is survived in Ohio by his wife and four daughters.

Cavan Dog and Gun Club continue with their hunting of foxes this time in the Arahan area where they report “1 fox killed and four seriously wounded”. The club meet at the Bus Office for transport to Shantemon mountain next Sunday for another fox hunt.

Rainfall for March amounted to 4.67 inches of rain the heaviest since March 1947 on 23 rainy days. There was only 3.04 inches in 1962 on 20 rainy days.

Death of the very popular Rose Ann Lee Behey. A lady of great Christian virtue. She was extremely well known and popular throughout the area. She was known for her piety and hospitality particularly to those in society less well off. She is survived by her family. There was a large and representative attendance at the removal and funeral in the Cathedral of Saints Patrick and Felim with burial later in Saint Brigid’s cemetery Killygarry.

April 15^th 1963 Congratulations to JS ‘Stan’ and Elizabeth Mullery who celebrate the Golden Jubilee of their marriage with a dinner and celebration at the residence of her daughter Winnie Conlon Coleman Road surrounded by their children grandchildren and one great grandchild. They were married on the 6th April 1913 in Saint Aidan’s Church Butlersbridge with Rev Charles Magee Adm Cavan officiating. They have seven children 4 boys and three girls eighteen grandchildren and one great grandchild.

Gerry M Lovett Headmaster Cavan Technical School is elected President of the Vocational Teacher’s Association at their AGM. Native of Cork he is resident at Cathedral Road Cavan and has been on the executive of the national association for many years.

After a long period out of circulation since December due to newspaper strike in the USA the famed ‘New York Times’ reappears this time containing a massive 702 pages weighing 70 lbs. It took 5,000 tons of newsprint and 900 gallons of ink to print this edition.

“McCaul’s for your Easter outfit. Hats handbags gloves blouses and knitwear. Ina McCaul Cavan 81”

In a tough bruising battle where Jim McDonnell and Charlie Gallagher came in for ‘special attention’ ,Meath beat Cavan in the National Football League at Drogheda 2-4 to 0-7 to qualify for a semi final tilt against Kerry in Croke Park. Cavan County Board thus missed out on a minimum £1,500 windfall from the proceeds of the closing stages of the NFL. Cavan led Meath a merry dance in the first half leading at half time by 0-6 to 0-2 but instructions to the Meath players to apply rugged if somewhat dangerous tactics resulted in Meath beating a much better footballing side in an encounter that bordered on sheer thuggery. Jim McDonnell received several heavy knocks to his face and head with Charlie Gallagher also bearing the brunt of the Meath savagery. Conditions were damp and windy with Meath making the best of the elements in the second half and containing Cavan to just one point. Scorers for Cavan Jim McDonnell again on the 40 for Cavan 0-3 Charlie Gallagher 0-2 Seamus McMahon and Hugh Barney Donohoe 0-1.

Cavan receive a huge boost with the news that star college footballer Jimmy O Donnell who has played all his senior football with Leitrim is to play with the county of his birth Cavan. He is presently domiciled in Athenry where he is working in the Bank but will tog out for Cavan against Dublin next Sunday in the first Corn Na Casca final in aid of the Dublin Primary Schools. The game will be followed by the replay of the Railway Cup Hurling Final between Leinster and Munster.

Cully ‘s amusements are back in town on their annual visit for Cavan Gael’s. £500 in prizes at nightly draws. Ladie’s night Thursday 18th April while the Housewives’ have their night out on Friday the 19th April. Dodgems swings roulette pongo and delph.

Holy Week ceremonies start in the Cathedral on Holy Thursday at 10 o clock when the Bishop celebrates Solemn High Mass and blesses the holy oils for use in the coming year. At 6 pm the Mass of the Last Supper is celebrated with the Cathedral staying open until 12 o clock midnight for adoration at the Altar of Repose. On Good Friday the reading of the Passion veneration of the cross and distribution of Holy Communion is at 3 pm while the Easter Vigil will commence at 10:45 pm on Saturday night.

Cavan Bridge N/

N/S Surgeon Cullen and Patrick Coghlan E/W Maureen McDonald and Joan O Hanlon.

New cabbage plants at six shillings a bundle or 100 for ten shillings in great demand at Cavan Market Square.

Due to scarcity of hay caused by the present adverse weather conditions demand was poor for a big supply of cattle horses and pigs at Cavan Fair. Good demand for horses but bonhams much slower than last fair. Yearlings £32-38 two year olds £45-54 three year olds £55-65 springers £50-60 milch cows £37-10-0- £45 mincers £30-35 shorthorn bull calves £12-18 working horses £40-50 colts and fillies £40-00 to £52-10-0 bonhams £9-11 carrying sows £27-10-0 to £32.

April 22^nd 1963 Because of the recent removal of generous Government subsidy, Tom McCarren warns of lay offs and downturn in trade pointing out that they are slaughtering 500 less pigs at their factory than this time last year.

Patrick Cosgrove Clothes Dealer 4 Lake View brings a case against Tommy Conaty for the recovery of £10 in respect of a jaunting car supplied to him while Conaty counter claims £13-13-0 in respect of a radio purchased by his daughter Mary Anne Cosgrove who turned out to be a minor and therefore not acceptable to the Hire Purchase company. A straight forward case had to be adjourned to give the Justice time to read the relevant documents in the Hire Purchase Agreement.

Matt Fay President Roger Casement Cumainn Cavan is pictured laying the wreath at the Republican commemoration on Easter Sunday at the grave of volunteer Sean McIntyre at Drumalee cemetery Belturbet..

Death of JH Neary Postmaster Kells 1930-1950 at the age of 78. Eldest son of Mr and Mrs Peter Neary Butcher’s Town Hall Street, he joined the Post Office in 1901. He was appointed Post Master Athenry in 1912. He was extremely well known and very popular in Kells where he was deeply involved in the development of Headfort Golf Club serving as Secretary from 1950 until his retirement due to ill health in 1962. He is survived by his wife Sheila sons Dr Peter Neary Drogheda daughter Eileen Neary BA Lurgan county Armagh brother Michael Bailieborough and sister RA Neary Dover England. There was a very large and representative attendance at the funeral from Saint Columcille’s Church with the celebrant being Father S Garland CC Kells assisted by Rev Father K Swan CC Carnaross and Rev P Healey CC Killbeg. Burial took place in the New cemetery Dublin Road Kells..

Bishop Austin Quinn celebrates the Solemn High Mass and blessing of the oils on Holy Thursday morning with Father Joe Dolan Adm celebrant of the evening Mass of the Last Supper deacon Sean O Reilly Dean Saint Patrick’s College Sub deacon Father Pat Brady and the Master of Ceremonies was Father Colm Hurley. Father Bob McCabe was the celebrant on Good Friday with Father Sean O Reilly again deacon Benny Maguire sub deacon and Father Terence McManus MC. The Passion was read by Fathers AB McGrath Turlough O Reilly and Father Felim McGovern with Father Paddy Gargan MC. Bishop Quinn presided. The Easter Vigil was celebrated by the Bishop Austin Quinn Father Turlough O Reilly deacon and Father Augustine Leydon sub deacon. The lessons were read by Rev Brother Timothy John P Smith Sean Bergin and Joe Connolly. The commentator for the blessing of the oils lighting of the Paschal fire etc was Father Joe Dolan while Father PJ McManus was commentator for all the rest of the Easter ceremonies. The sacred music was rendered by the Cathedral Choir with Father ABC McGrath conducting and playing the organ. On Easter Sunday the 8 am Mass was celebrated by Father Paddy Mallon the 10 clock children’s Mass by Father John Maguire the Diocesan Examiner and the 11:30 by Father PJ McManus cc.

Cavan relinquish their Ulster Junior title when beaten by Antrim 3-2 to 1-2 in a well contested first round encounter played in atrocious weather conditions in Kingscourt. Donal O Grady and Peter Pritchard won the midfield battle but the large supply of the ball was mostly wasted by an off form attack. Antrim led by 2-2 to 1-1 at half time. Scorers for Cavan were Dessie Brady 1-0 Frankie Kennedy and Harry Mulvaney free 0-1 each. Team Paddy Lyons Conor Maguire Mike Duggan F McNally Philip McMenamin Pat Clarke Paddy Smith D O Grady Peter Pritchard John Joe O Reilly Harry Mulvaney Frankie Kennedy Sean Masterson Dessie Brady and Philip ‘Lightening’ Murray. Sub S Cahill for Sean Masterson.

Cavan are the first holders of the Corn Na Casca trophy when they defeat Dublin 1-9 to 0-11 in a thrilling entertaining encounter at Croke Park Dublin played in wet conditions prior to the Railway Cup Hurling final replay between Leinster and Munster.

Handball at Cavan. Senior Doubles Kieran Cullivan and Michael Leddy V Greg and Tommy Sheridan S Kelly and Dominick Johnston V Hugh Gough and Seamus McCormack John McNiffe and Seamus Fay V John Mulvey and Michael Walsh Sean Woods and Michael Jermyn V Sean Reilly and Sean ‘Dag’ Carroll. Junior Doubles Mickey Gallimore and Robbie Woods V M Mullally and Joey Coyle Dessie Gilchreest and Charlie Coyle V Sean Gaffney and Michael Walsh Raymond Greene and Paddy Murray V Martin Jermyn and Philip Fitzsimmons Sean Maguire and Seamus Fitzsimmons V Frank Brady and Peter Galligan Danny O Hanlon and Michael Kavanagh V Jim Mooney and J Quinn.

Pictured is the all conquering Seamus Fay Drumconnick 3 times All Ireland and twice Ulster Champion lilter competing at the Ulster Fleadh Cheoil in Cootehill in which he retained his Ulster title. Over 10,000 attended the Fleadh which was opened by Dr Brian Galligan Vice President National executive of CCE. There followed an Industrial Parade around the streets of Cootehill in a downpour of rain which failed to dampen the spirits. Ceilidhe Bands McPeake Family Belfast. George Wilson was the winner of the open fiddle with Paddy McEntee second to add to his first in senior fiddle. Concert flute Oliver O Reilly Kilnaleck who was second in the tin whistle. Brass Bands Saint Patrick’s Bunnoe Cavan. Senior Ballads Seamus Fay Cavan who also won the senior lilting. Novice Marching Bands De La Salle Cavan.

“Prams and Suncars by Hunter and Pedigree. Smyth’s 60 Main Street Cavan Phone 88.”

Northern Bar Bridge Street property of Maisie Maguire is sold to Sean Fitzpatrick Drumacon Belturbet for £1,850. Murphy Quinn were the auctioneers while LCP Smith had carriage of sale.

Sister Patricia Kelly a doctor with the Lourdes Missionaries Drogheda is spending a holiday with her brother Sean Solicitor Oldtown before travelling to Tanganyka in East Africa.

“Donohoe’s Garage main NSU dealers for county Cavan. Prinz MK48 HP only £529. We can supply Opel Rekord Kadett cars and vans. Donohoe’s Garage Dublin Road Cavan phone 191.

Cavan and Down will meet in the semi final of the McKenna Cup and it has been decided that the winners will play Kerry in the Wembley Final on the June holiday weekend in London.

Drumalee on top at Drumavaddy in a very sporting and exciting game winning by 2-9 to 2-2 after leading at half time by 1-6 to 1-1. Scorers Sean Woods 1-1 Donie Fay 0-8 and Michael Smith 1-0. Drumavaddy replied with Gaffney 1-1 and Sean Brady 1-1. Tommy Duke Stradone was in charge of the whistle.

Butlersbridge defeat Cavan Gael's 2-9 to 2-5 at Myle’s Meadow Butlersbridge. The Bridge adopted much better with underfoot conditions treacherous and played throughout in a downpour. Con Smith was man of the match with great support from Ray Dunne Terry Smith Ken Browne and Eamonn Reilly. Cavan Gael's were best served by the in form George Crowe Pat McKiernan and John Sullivan. Referee Paddy Brady Belturbet.

John Kelly beats Stephen Kelly to win the Cavan Town Senior Handball title at Glenside Road.

Mrs Josie McNamara finds an 1852 Queen Victoria shilling in the back yard of her home in Abbey Street.

Cumainn Seanchas Bhreifne present Captain K Danaher lecturing on ‘Irish Farmhouses’ in the Courthouse using slides to illustrate his lecture.

Mr and Mrs C Carthy win the Howell Cup at Cavan Bridge Club.

Sister Mercy Matron Saint Phelim’s Hospital returns thanks to the Lurganure Players for their production ‘Sunset Valley’ Plush Dramatic Society ‘Too Young to Marry’ and Lurgan Players ‘Mulligan’s Millions’

Jackson’s Garage will cease parking buses outside the Imperial Hotel and their operation is now based in Farnham Street opposite the De La Salle School. Pick ups in College Street and at 19 Coleman Road for departures only.

Packed houses every night in Saint Joseph’s Hall for the recently revived ‘Frolics Anew’. The show stars Tony Farrell Ballyjamesduff’s Paddy Crosby in the ‘School around the corner’. Frances Lynch Ethna Fay Collette Lynch Jim Reilly and Andy Brady are the outstanding stars of a great show which premieres ‘Lough Sheelin’ written by John McBreen and Peggy Cusack and sung by the delightful Marie Brady. Paddy Cusack is the Producer while the Musical Director is John McBreen. The lighting is by Strand Electric Dublin and Smyth’s 60 Main Street Cavan Phone 88.

April 29^th 1963 Outcry from business associations as Minister of Finance Dr Ryan introduces VAT starting at 6d in £1 ie 2 ½% .The returns will be made by the retailers and several meetings are being arranged by the Revenue to instruct local traders in the proper manner of making returns at the end of each two month period of trading.

Peadair Lennon from Cootehill is elected President of the Student’s Union Representative body at UCD defeating Gordon Collier from Tuam by 142 votes in a total poll of 2,780 students.

John Farrelly Factory worker McCarren’s brings a successful action against McCarren and Company for negligence as he is injured while using a sledge hammer and jumper on concrete floors at the factory in January 1962. Cavan Circuit Court awarded John £1,250 in an agreed settlement. John Blayney instructed by AM Smith was for the applicant while M/S Hickey and O Reilly represented McCarren’s.

Cavan defeat a depleted Monaghan side missing their star man Benny Mone who emigrated to America at the weekend by 3-9 to 1-8 in the 1st round of the Dr McKenna Cup in bottomless conditions at Pearse Park Ballybay which cut up badly in the closing stages after heavy overnight rain. Scorers for Cavan Ray Carolan 1-2 John Brady 1-1 Charlie Gallagher 1-2 Seamus McMahon 0-2 and Hugh Barney O Donoghue Tommy Galligan 0-1 each and PJ Duffy Monaghan own goal. Cavan led at half time 3-5 to Monaghan’s 0-5 and were simply much too powerful for the homesters.

Michael Breslin Senior beats his son Mickey in the Father Gargan Billiard’s Cup Final at Cavan’s CYMS. Father Gargan presented the trophy after a most exciting final.

Henry Smith Chairman of Cavan Town Handball Club presents the medals at the conclusion of the senior final where John Kennedy defeated Stephen Kelly in an epic senior single’s final.

May 4^th 1963 Anglo Celt is printed away from home by the Athlone Printing Press as their much heralded Rothschild Rotary Press fails as they are going to press.

President Kennedy’s advance party is in Dublin to make arrangements for the forthcoming visit of the new President to Ireland in June. An invitation to the President from Harold Macmillan British Prime Minister to visit Northern Ireland to open the ‘Giant’s Causeway’ was refused by the White House as the President has a full schedule. He will not have time to meet with Pope John XXIII on this trip despite holding talks with the Italian Prime Minister in Milan.

Death of the very popular Nora Baxter ‘Saint Aidan’s’ Drumelis at Saint Joseph’s Hospital Lisdarn. She was wife of the late Senator Paddy Baxter former member and Cathaoirleacch of the Seanad. Her maiden name was Nora O Sullivan from county Clare and she was an officer in the Department of Local Government. An accomplished linguist she was fluent in several Continental languages and acted as a translator for visiting diplomats and heads of state from Germany and France. She was a lady of simple tastes and her humility and generosity were characteristics she displayed in plenty. She was deeply involved in many of the Cathedral of Saints Patrick and Felim Cavan Sodalities. She is survived by her son Colm in Galway daughters Monica O Reilly Island Virginia Una in Manchester Maura MPSI Cavan Ursula Baxter Dublin sons in law daughter in law relatives and many friends. Father PJ Gargan officiated at the funeral in the Cathedral of Saints Patrick and Felim Cavan which was packed to capacity with burial later in Saint Brigid's cemetery Killygarry.

Sudden death of Michael McDermott while attending the evening Mass on the feast of Saint Joseph the Worker in the Cathedral of Saints Patrick and Felim Cavan. He took ill during the Mass and was carried to the Porch where he received the Last Rites from Father PJ Gargan CC. Despite strenuous efforts to revive him he died and was later removed to the Morgue at Cavan’s Surgical Hospital. Factory worker in McCarren’s Michael was only 55 years of age and is survived by his wife and young family.

Drumalee are just edged out by Ballyhaise 2-4 to 2-3 at the Flagon Meadow Ballyhaise where Mick Duggan at centre half was again man of the match. Michael Leddy and Tommy Flynn after a bright start faded in the appalling heavy conditions. Mike Duggan was ably assisted by his uncle Ted Duggan Bob Spring and Hughie Newman. Drumalee fielded without the in form Paddy Lyons. Tommy Molloy Sean Smith and Billy Daly were best in defence while Frankie Walsh and Michael Smith were the pick of the forwards. Scorers were Sean Woods 2 goals Michael Smith Michael Rafferty and Donie Fay 0-1 each. Scorers for Ballyhaise Mike Duggan 1-0 Carl Gilsenan 1-1 B Spring 0-2 and Ted Duggan 0-1. John Johnston Cavan was the referee.

Saint Mel’s Longford win their 2nd successive and 3rd in all Hogan Cup when they beat debutants Saint Brendan’s Killarney 1-6 to 2-2 in the Final in Croke Park. Barry O Reilly the Mullahoran county minor starred for the winners.

Very large congregation at the Saint Joseph’s The Worker 7:30 Mass celebrated by Father AB McGrath in the Cathedral of Saints Patrick and Felim Cavan.

May 11^th 1963 Anglo Celt’s Rotary Press is still out of order as the Athlone Printing Works again comes to their aid.

Royal School PPU President Surgeon George Fegan Secretary Miss O Simons Treasurer Jimmy Dawson. Committee Peace Adams Mrs Cyril Anderson Mrs J Dawson Myrtle Henderson Mrs Sadie Kennedy Shirley Sheriff Ivan Black D Montgomery Cyril Anderson S Burrows Mervyn Johnston Willie Lowry Douglas Anderson Derek Morris and Alan Pollock.

“Refrigerators and Cleaners by Electrolux Smyth’s 60 Main Street Phone 88”

‘Mulvaney’s Park View’ property of JC Mulvaney for sale on Tuesday 21st May at 3 pm in the Farham Hotel Cavan. The Auctioneer is Con P Smith while Tom Fitzpatrick Solicitor has carriage of sale.

The outstanding Tadhg McCarthy stars for Lacken while the veteran Phil Brady now a well known referee and official togs out for Cormore.

Drumavaddy cause the upset of the year when they account for the homesters Butlersbridge 4-4 to 1-8 in bottomless conditions at Myles’ Meadows to which Drumavaddy appeared to adopt to much better. The visitors led by 2-2 to 0-4 at the interval. Gerry Healy although beaten four times was outstanding for the Bridge and saved a certain rout. Brian Myles Terry Smith and Mickey O Reilly were the pick of a shaky defence while Tom Smith at midfield and Tom and John Sheridan in attack were the outstanding performers for a poor Bridge team.

Golf Fourball Tommy Aylmer and Paddy Fleming 4 up 2nd Hubert Duffy Royal Dublin and S Lawlor Saint Anne’s 2 up.

John J ‘Jack’ Clarke retires from his position as Postmaster Mullingar after 49 years distinguished service to the Post Office Service which he joined in Enniskillen in 1914 and came to Cavan in 1916 where he was closely associated with Cavan Slashers winning 7 county championship medals captaining them to 6 titles. He was Secretary of Cavan Slashers for almost twenty years and served as Secretary Cavan County Board GAA from 1927 to 1937 when HL Smith was appointed after Jack’s transfer in the Post Office Service. He was a member of a famous Teemore Republican family who did much to establish the GAA in Ulster. Six of the family played Senior inter county football with Fermanagh. He was a prominent member of the Cavan senior inter county team and played in the 1928 All Ireland Final when Cavan were defeated by Kildare 2-6 to 2-5 on the first occasion on which the Sam Maguire was presented to the winners. He was Secretary when Cavan made the break through in 1933 and again in 1935 when they defeated Kildare. He toured America with the Cavan team in 1934. He served in Enniskillen Cavan Tralee Wexford and was Postmaster in Carrick on Shannon and later Mullingar. He was national President of the Postmaster’s Association.

Over 400 school children take part in the school’s plainsong choral festival in Cavan. The event kicked off with Solemn High Mass celebrated in the Cathedral of Saints Patrick and Felim Cavan by Father Turlough O Reilly with Fathers Paddy Brady Castletara deacon and Felim McGovern sub deacon. Master of ceremonies was Father PA Fay Redhills. The Mass was sung by the children’s choirs and the Proper by the choirs of the secondary schools in the parish. The examiners at the competitions held in the De La Salle and Poor Clare convent were Father Austin Eustace BSc Dungannon. The musical director was Father ABC McGrath while Mary McGoldrick was the secretary and area organiser for the event. Certificates of merit were presented to the winning choirs. Pictured are the school choirs from Kilmore Ballyhaise Poor Clare Convent Ballintemple and the Loreto Senior choir.

The very popular Katie Brady aunt of Connie McEntee retires from Cavan County Council after a distinguished career over 48 years. She was known as an efficient courteous clerical officer and was well known throughout the county enjoying the confidence and respect of the elected officers fellow staff and general public. There was a capacity crowd at the social and presentation to mark her retirement in the Farnham Hotel where Michael J Smith Secretary Cavan County Council made the presentation Michael Harding was master of ceremonies and Dermot McCarthy paid tribute to an old and faithful colleague that would be badly missed for her sheer decency and manner by the staff and the general public.

Cavan Bridge Club 1st Owen McGovern and Kay Brady.

Loreto Past Pupils Union hold their annual general meeting in the college next Sunday 6th May 1963.

Cumann Seanchas Bhreifne return the same officers unopposed for the coming year with Chairman Brian O Mordha Cootehill Vice Chairman Michael Neary Bailieborough Secretary Rev Augustine Leydon Saint Patrick’s College and Treasurer Brid Sheridan Cavan County Librarian. The meeting reviewed the successful series of lectures given in the local Technical School over the winter months and it was announced by the Editor Father Frank McKiernan Ballinamore that the Bhreifne Journal would be published in a few weeks.

May 18^th 1963 Father PV Mallon Saint Patrick’s College is elected President of the Classical Teacher’s Association of Ireland in Newman House Dublin. Father Mallon is presently President of the Ulster Council College’s GAA.

10,000 pilgrims from all over the world are expected at Saint Patrick’s Purgatory Lough Derg as the season commences on June 1st to August 15th.

Thriller in the Bridge as the home side fight back from a deficit of 2-5 to 0-2 to beat their old rivals Drumalee 2-9 to 2-8 in the final stages of the Junior League. Drumalee started in fine style scoring 5 unanswered points as they took advantage of a strong wind. Donie Fay opened the scoring in the 2nd half as Drumalee tried to press home their advantage. Chief scorer for Drumalee was the towering Brendan Young who caused the Bridge endless problems and scored the two Drumalee goals. Frankie Walsh Donie Fay and Paddy Lyons were the stars for the losers but Con Smith Ken Browne who had a personal tally of 1-4 and Johnny Cusack were the winner’s star attackers. John Brady Mullahoran was an efficient referee who let the play flow and no nasty incidents developed.

Kerry record their first major win against Down when they defeated the Mournemen 0-9 to 1-5 in a rough tough hard tackling National Football Final at Croke Park where 73,000 paid in but the gates were knocked down and a further 7,000 gained free entry just as the senior game got underway. Kerry led at half time by 0-9 to 1-0 after enjoying the backing of a strong wind. Referee P McArdle Louth was a very lenient referee letting many of the bad fouls go unpunished until the game developed into a brawl as the final whistle approached.

Choral Festivals are the popular event as Father Bob McCabe President of Saint Patrick’s College opens the inter county competition in the Town Hall with Father ABC McGrath again the Musical Director. Mary McGoldrick was Secretary and local organiser. Mr Bradfield MA District Inspector of Schools and Brother Cyril were the adjudicators. There were competitions for flagelot tin whistle accordions and choral items.

Scout’s Musical Society 1963 Chairman Rev Turlough O Reilly Vice Chairman Mel Doherty Secretary Dessie Maguire. Later it was announced the Boy Scout’s Camp will take place this year during the month of August.

Brenda Scott daughter of Willie Scott Moynehall secures 1st place and a scholarship to Loreto College in the examinations recently held in the college.

Death of Rose Smith College Street wife of the late Brian Behey Stradone. She was a native of Lisreagh and both of them moved into the town in relatively recent times. She was extremely popular and retiring being an active member of the Cathedral sodalities attending Mass each day. Rose is survived by her brothers and sisters. There was a large and representative attendance at the funeral in the Cathedral of Saints Patrick and Felim Cavan with burial later in Saint Dympna’s cemetery upper Lavey.

JP Mansfield and Tommy McCormick win the Special competition at Cavan Bridge Club.

Excellent May Fair with prices up on recent fairs. The supply was good with only knackers and working horses down in price with demand poor. There was an excellent demand for donkies cobs and good quality colts and fillies. Yearlings £25-35 two year olds £46-52 three year olds £55-65 milch cows £40-48 springers £45-55 mincers £30-40 working horses £40-45 ponies £35-40 donkies £8-15 carrying sows and casseogs £28-£32 bonhams £9-12 per pair.

Death of Mary Lynch wife of Patrick Antiduff Ballyhaise at Saint Phelim’s Hospital. Survived by her husband son daughter brothers sisters relatives and many friends. Funeral from Saint Mary’s Church Ballyhaise to Cullies cemetery.

The price of land in the Cavan area continues to be strong at £50 per acre for most lots.

May 25^th 1963 Pictured is a young Paddy Graham 20 Tullac Mongan proudly displaying the 6lbs brown trout he caught while fishing near Lough Oughter on the River Erne.

Cavan Gael’s first win of Senior League defeating Cornafean 2-7 to 0-5 in Cornafean. The game was played in a downpour with some bouts of very attractive football. Colm Smith was man of the match for the Gael’s receiving sterling assistance from Tony McConnell Des Lambert the Crowe brothers county star Mick Ryan and Eamon McGovern at midfield . Jack McEntee Jackie Sheridan Cathal Young and Terry Smith were always dangerous in possession. The teams were tied at 0-3 each at the interval. John ‘Foley’ O Rourke was seldom troubled in the Gael’s goal. Excellent refereeing by Fintan Tierney Butlersbridge.

Cavan Feis is being revived this Sunday with the Sean Wrynne All Ireland Ceilidhe Band playing at the presentation dance in the Town Hall where the admission is 4/- and dancing will be from 8-12.

Sympathy is extended to PJ O Neill Sport’s Editor Cavan’s Anglo Celt on the death of his father Michael J O Neill ‘Seaview’ Avenue Ferrybank Arklow. He was father of a very distinguished Wexford family all of whom were involved in the GAA including Des who was probably the best footballer produced by Wexford in this generation being a regular member of the Leinster Railway Cup team. He was father of Martin O Neill Secretary of the Leinster Council of the GAA and referee of the 1933 All Ireland final when Cavan beat Galway and the never to be forgotten 1947 Polo Ground’s final when Cavan beat Kerry. Michael J was National President of Saint Joseph’s Young Priest’s Society for many years and a lifetime member of the organisation.

Death of Charles Farrelly late of Abbey Street in Belfast where he worked in the shipyards for many years. He was a member of the British Army during World War 2 and gave distinguished service all over Europe where he was noted for his courage and mentioned in dispatches. He was son of the late Mr and Mrs Michael Farrelly and was a well known member of the famous Labour Band before leaving Cavan for Belfast. He is survived by his family relatives and many friends. Funeral in Belfast was large and representative with a good contingent travelling from Cavan.

Bishop Austin Quinn is very busy on the Feast of the Ascension celebrating the 8 am Mass and presiding at the Solemn High Mass in the Cathedral of Saints Patrick and Felim Cavan. Fathers Benny Maguire deacon brother John sub deacon and PJ Gargan MC. The combined choirs of Saint Patrick’s College and Cathedral of Saints Patrick and Felim Cavan with Father ABC McGrath on the organ rendered the sacred music. Father PJ McManus celebrated the 10 am children’s Mass.

Eileen Maloney Farnham Street is appointed Unit Officer of the newly reformed Cavan Town branch Irish Red Cross. Already 30 members and they meet in the Railway Hotel each week where new members are welcome.

Senior Handball Sean Carroll and S Reilly beat Henry Smith and J Reilly. Sean Woods and Michael Jermyn walk over John Mulvey and Sean Maguire. Junior Michael Kavanagh and Danny O Hanlon beat Martin Jermyn and Philip Fitzsimmons Dessie Gilchreest and Charlie Coyle beat Jim Mooney and G Quinn Seamus Fitzsimmons and K Smith beat Robbie Woods and Kenneth Clail Sean Gaffney and Michael Walsh beat Francie Brady and Peter Galligan Paddy Murray and Raymond Greene beat M Mullaly and Raymond Duffy.

June 1^st 1963 Pope John XXIII making a remarkable recovery after suffering a stroke. His personal physician flies back to Milan after last examination and predicts the strong constitution of the Pope will see him through this health crisis if he doesn’t suffer a further haemorrhage of the brain. Bishop Quinn calls for prayers for the safe recovery of the Pope at all Masses in the Diocese of Kilmore while messages of good will pour into the Vatican from all over the world.

13th annual Fleadh Cheoil na hEireann in Mullingar county Westmeath where over 70,000 are expected from June 1st to 3rd is opened by Most Rev Dr Kyne Bishop of Meath and Patron of the Fleadh. G Bartley the Minister for Defence will review the parade with competitions reaching a climax with the All Ireland finals on Monday 3rd June 1963.

Cavan will play Kerry at Wembley next Saturday in the Wembley tournament final after defeating Down 1-13 to 3-4 in a thrilling McKenna Cup semi final at Castleblayney. Cavan were vastly superior than the Mournemen and led by 1-10 to 3-2 at the interval after conceding a penalty goal and two late goals to Down. Cavan contained their rivals in the 2nd half soaking up a lot of Down pressure and in the last quarter repulsing attack after attack while they actually outscored Down 3 points to 2 in the second half. Scorers for Cavan Charlie Gallagher 0-7 two frees Seamus McMahon 1 goal Hugh Barney O Donohoe and Jim McDonnell 0-2 each and James Brady 0-1. Despite Ray Carolan and Tom Lynch being out shaded at midfield Charlie Gallagher man of the match and his forward colleagues made great use of the chances they got. Sean Og Flood appeared for Cavan wearing the new distinctive goalkeeper’s jersey which is now compulsory under a new rule brought in by Congress. Tipperary and Kilkenny hurlers will open proceedings at Wembley next Saturday.

Father Peter Paul Galligan well known Cavan footballer is on a well deserved holiday at his home in Thomascourt. Former Cornafean star he played for Cavan in the losing All Ireland Finals of 1943 against Roscommon and in 1945 against Cork. His last act before emigrating to Australia in 1947 was to referee the County Final of that year played in the month of November.

PJ O Neill Sport’s Editor of the Anglo Celt tips Mayo Offaly Kerry and Cavan to win their respective provincial titles in 1963.

“Cavan Engineering. Applications are sought from skilled and semi skilled workers from ages 23-35 for machinery manufacturing plant opening in Cavan. Trainee fitters and machine operators aged 16-19 . Office staff male and female aged 17-25 with experience of book keeping typing and stores management. Unskilled staff for general factory work aged 25-40 – previous experience preferred. Apply the Secretary Cavan Engineering 69 Lower Leeson Street Dublin 2”.

Death of Patrick B Brady Abbey Street. Survived by his sisters. There was a large and representative attendance at the funeral in the Cathedral of Saints Patrick and Felim Cavan with burial later in Saint Brigid's cemetery Killygarry.

John McCaffrey accompanied by his son John P and Seamus McCormack catch 31 pike ranging in size from 1-14 lbs in fishing expedition to Derryheen.

Complete clearance at Gavin Lowe’s Cavan Market. Springers £61-66 dry cows £35 Hereford bullocks £48-56 heifers £42-45 calves £18-21.

Kevitt Castle Weather Station reports that the rainfall in April was 2.34 inches on 21 rainy days. In April 1962 it was 1.81 on 13 rainy days.

Plenty of local winners at the revived Cavan Feis Under 10 Reel 1st Joyce Ronan 2 Anna Rose Sexton. Three hand reel under 10 1st Sheila Maguire 2nd Anna Rose Sexton and 3rd Anna Fay. Under 14 Reel 1st Jacinta Dunne. Under 14 Hornpipe 1st Brian McGlashin. Four Hand Reel under 14 1st Frances McKiernan Patricia McKiernan Marie Reilly and Mary Leddy. Three Hand Reel Over 14 1st Jim Mooney Delia Pryce and Marie Johnston. Singing under 14 1st Margaret Finlay 2nd Noreen O Donoghue. Tin Whistle under 10 1st Dermot Maloney Recorder 1st Gerard Smith. Over 14 Recorder 1st Brendan Harding.

June 8^th 1963 Pope John XXIII is dead. The whole world mourns a beloved Pope. Two million people gather in Saint Peter’s Square to file past his coffin lying in state in the Basilica which remained open all night for the very first time to accommodate the unprecedented amount of mourners. The Pope suffered in the last four days of his life after further haemorrhages to his brain after appearing to rally only last week dismissing his private physician who returned home to Milan. The Pope died at 7:49 pm on Monday evening. A new Pope will be elected by the consistory of cardinals on June 19th. Meanwhile a solemn requiem Mass will be held in the Cathedral of Saints Patrick and Felim Cavan with seats reserved for Church dignitaries public representatives and members of the Church organisations and sodalities. Angelo Giuseppe Roncalli was born in a cottage in the hill country surrounding the East side of Milan. Brilliant diplomat and Church personality he was known far and near as the ‘Traveller of God’ visiting hundreds of countries representing the Vatican. He was very well known to President De Velera and former President Sean T O Kelly was a personal friend over many years. He was appointed Patriarch of Venice in 1953 by Pope Pius XII but he always wanted to be just an ordinary Parish Priest. He had a most winning personality and his small rotund smiling figure was always so open smiling and welcoming winning friends from every nation and creed.

Twenty one year old Ellen Fay Drumconnick Cavan wins the Matron’s Prize for best nurse at Saint John’s Hospital Chelmsford.

Cumainn Seanchas Bhreifne to hold their annual outing this year in Lower Lough Erne with a special emphasis on visiting the historical Devenish Island.

How times have changed. Bob Henderson Chemist Church Street presents Dr V Barry Chief MOH Cavan with an inscribed cigarette lighter after Dr Barry had presented the certificates at the annual prize giving of Cavan Red Cross in the Railway Hotel !

Patrick Smith Chairman of Cootehill Town Commissioners and a member of Cavan County Council makes a presentation to Minister for Agriculture Paddy Smith who is marking 40 years as a TD for County Cavan at a function in the White Horse Hotel while Paddy’s long suffering wife is presented with a bouquet of flowers.

Sport’s Editor PJ O Neill deplores the performance of a lack lustre Cavan team who were well beaten by Kerry 1-17 to 2-9 in the Wembley Stadium Final before an attendance of 42,500 at the famous North London stadium. Cavan can now be scrubbed as contenders for this years’ All Ireland at least as they collapsed after a very bright start. “Cavan are only a thirty minute team in this form and the facts of the matter is that they are totally unfit despite the abundance of talent”. Pat flew out early on Friday morning with his good friends Tommy McCormick of the Elmbank and Victor Sherlock former Cavan All Ireland footballer from Kingscourt. They met up with Gerry McConnell son of Jack and Alice McConnell 2 Ashe Street Kevin Blessing now an Insurance Agent in London and former star of the 1959 Minor team who reached the All Ireland Final Seamus Fitzpatrick from Butlersbridge a former barman in the ‘White Star’. On Saturday night Pat attended a night at the dogs at Harringay Arena literally bumping into Cassius Clay who was there to promote his upcoming fight with Henry Cooper at Wembley. When Clay heard that Pat was a journalist he headed straight for him shouting ‘Cooper will fall in fahve’ and telling Pat that he would be champion of the world before the next Derby (Kentucky). After watching the load of ‘Cavan wasters’ at Wembley Pat was very impressed with the 6 foot four negro built accordingly and trained to last a full gruelling heavyweight contest. Son of a humble sign painter from Louisville Kentucky Cassius Marcellus Clay is just turned 21 and won the Kentucky Golden Gloves title on six occasions before winning an Olympic Gold medal at Light Heavy at the Rome Olympics of 1960. He won two national titles as an amateur going professional after the Rome Olympics. He has had 19 pro fights 15 by knock out and “when I catch up with Liston he will go in eight”. He is contracted to 11 American business men who paid him a signing on fee of $10,000. He earns $4,000 per annum and a 50/50 share of all prize money.!

Peter Pritchard in his final year in Saint Patrick’s College again wins the prize as best all round athlete at the annual sport’s day sponsored by the Past Pupils Union. He is pictured receiving the trophy from P McDonald Dublin newly elected President of the Union. 1st Year’s Cup Seamus Donohoe Lavey. 100 yards Peter Pritchard. 440 yards Peter Pritchard. High Jump Noel Brady jump of 5 foot 4 ½ inches 2nd Brian O Reilly Town Hall Street and 3rd John Sullivan. Mile M Gaynor. Long Jump N Harvey. Father’s Race Brendan Dunne Cavan 2nd Dr McQuade. Day Boy’s Cycle Race 1st Philip Fitzsimmons 2nd Peter Galligan and 3rd Pat Timmons.

Mourning continues for the incomparable Pope John XX111 with Cardinal Cushing of Boston telling the world that he will fast track the canonisation process to have him a Saint. Before he died he published his acclaimed encyclical ‘Pacem in Terres’ Nine days of mourning are observed throughout the world with all of Cavan’s organisations adjourning as a mark of respect with no business transacted. Tom Fitzpatrick Chairman speaking at Cavan Urban Council proposing the vote of sympathy said that “Pope John was a man of all the people gaining the love and respect of people of all colours and creeds” Joe McGovern seconding said “Pope John was the Pope of the people and a common man” \Paddy Conaty “he was a man of great humility and humanity” John Murray Labour “The world has lost someone special who will be hard to replace”. Cavan County Council Cavan Committee of Agriculture Cavan Education Committee all adjourned paying their wholesome respects as the Dail and Senate are adjourned until after the funeral. President De Velera will travel to Rome for the funeral while the Catholic Church will be represented by Most Rev Dr JC McQuade Archbishop of Dublin and Primate of All Ireland. Cavan Golf Club is closed all day next Monday as a mark of respect.

Cavan are defeated by Kerry 1-17 to 2-9 in the Wembley Final in what Pat O Neill describes as an inglorious defeat after leading by 8 points in the first half and were ahead by a goal at half time. They fell to pieces in the second half with the famous Wembley pitch sucking all their energy away but not so Kerry the new National League Champions who flew into London direct from their American tour. Cavan led at half time 1-7 to 0-7. Only Charlie Gallagher Jimmy Stafford new boy Jimmy O Donnell Gabriel Kelly PJ McCaffrey Tony Morris and Donal O Grady had anything to be proud about. Out of character poor performance from Jim McDonnell Tom Maguire and Ray Carolan. Team Sean Og Flood Gabriel Kelly PJ McCaffrey Mickey Brady Tony Morris Tom Maguire Donal O Grady Ray Carolan Tom Lynch Charlie Gallagher Jim McDonnell Jimmy Stafford Seamus McMahon Jimmy O Donnell and James Brady. Subs Tommy Galligan for Seamus McMahon and Colm Smith for Mickey Brady who limped off with a serious injury.

Death of the great Tom Kelly Connolly Street Cavan. One of nature’s gentlemen, Tom was a tailor by trade employed in the famous McKenna’s Outfitters Oliver Plunkett Street Cavan. Educated at Reilly’s School Tom was a leading member of Cavan Battalion Number 2 Brigade 5th Northern Division IRA. He was one of the famous Kelly brothers from Connolly Street playing for Cavan Slashers with his brothers Gerry Jim and Fred- they were known all over the country and were able to ‘punch away above their weight’ terrorising the likes of John ‘The Horse’ Reilly in Cornafean and Danny ‘The Gunner’ in Mullahoran where the games were so keenly contested that a person might be lucky to escape with their lives and many of them were abandoned due to pitch incursions. In Tom’ early days the Slashers travelled by horse and cart later graduating to an open lorry. Tom was truly a star a tough man who knew no fear and took oceans of punishment in his quest for victory. He was a great leader on the pitch and led by example being fearless and courageous as well as being very skilful. He was a similar player to Louis Blessing who acted most of the time as a human battering ram laying off the ball to better placed colleagues. In the twilight of his career and having won 4 senior championships with Cavan Slashers, Tom went to play with Crubany and later he was Manager of Cavan Harps who took over the mantle from Crubany and catered mostly for working class lads with a Labour Party background. Closely knit unit they had the best pitch in the County with Cissie Ronaghan of Town Hall Street always reserving the pitch for Tom Kelly and his colleagues. Tom was greatly assisted in his work at Cavan Harps by the McNamara family Pappy Bud and Tom as well as people of the calibre of Tom O Connor Johnny O Rourke both later elected Labour Councillors for Cavan UDC and all the families in the terrace and the entire Crubany area. Cavan Harps won Junior Championship honours and three Senior League titles in the late forties. They lost some support in 1950 with the re organisation of Drumalee after so many years in the wilderness losing the like of Mickey Walsh a real gem and gifted place kicker from any length or angle. The death knell of the Club was in 1953 when an over heated and excited Willie Doonan assaulted Packy Newman referee of the County Junior Semi Final of that year with Ballinagh winning the replay. The formation of Cavan Gael’s in 1957 was a bitter pill which Tom could not swallow feeling that the decision was largely forced and premature. It was an insult to Bartley Smith his neighbour and long serving friend and colleague and to all the people who played and supported the Harps. The defection of the McNamara’s who were old neighbours in Connolly Street was the final straw ensuring the establishment of the Cavan Gael's and the demise of Tom’s beloved Cavan Harps. Fair play to all the Cavan Gael's who turned up in their hundreds to honour a great football man walking on both sides of the hearse with Tom’s coffin draped in the tricolour. There was a capacity crowd in the Cathedral of Saints Patrick and Felim Cavan at the funeral Mass celebrated by Father PJ McManus with burial in Cullies cemetery where Teddy McCormack sounded the last post and Captain Sean Sheridan gave the oration over the grave. Tom Kelly Master Tailor Republican soldier star footballer and manager is survived by his brothers Gerry Jim and Fred sisters Mrs K Bell Mrs E Brady Mrs M Egan and Molly Kelly Connolly Street.

Michael Conlon chief executive of the Pigs and Bacon Commission is the speaker at the symposium organized by the NFA in the Courthouse. He is a former Town Clerk in Cavan and County Manager in Cork and is son in law of Mrs M McDonald Tower Hamlet being married to Kitty McDonald.

June 15^th 1963 Rev Charles O Gorman USA Navy Chaplin is on holidays with his brother Edward O Gorman Licensed Vintner Main Street.

At the Solemn Pontifical Mass in the Cathedral for the late Pope John XXIII, Bishop Quinn describes the late Pope as “ a warm friendly personality attracting everyone to him. His fatherly instinct and genuine love and friendship was extended to all rich and poor. His vision was of a world returning to Christ and one in Christ”. The Mass was celebrated by Father Paddy V Mallon assisted by Fathers James Carroll deacon and Paddy Gargan MC. All businesses and offices in the town were closed to allow workers attend the Mass in the Cathedral which was packed to capacity.

Saint Felim’s Flagelot Band win again at Monaghan Fheis to add to their recent Ulster success at the Ulster Fleadh Cheoil in Cootehill.

Cup and medals presented to the winners at Cavan Handball Club by the Chairman Henry Smith. Winners were Danny O Hanlon and Michael Kavanagh and the runners up were Seamus Fitzsimmons and K Smith.

150 Cavan Technical School students leave for Bundoran via Sligo at 8:45 am enjoying a great day and visiting Rosnowlagh and the famous Franciscan Abbey and museum where they examined an Irish Republican uniform worn by former Cavan Superintendent Joe Murray in the museum. They adjourned to Bundoran for tea and amusements all spending money freely after saving for a year in a special outing fund set up by their teachers in the Post Office. Despite the fact that it poured rain all day the students had a wonderful outing returning to Cavan at 10:30 pm tired but glowing with satisfaction.

A doctor and priest will accompany the Legion of Mary pilgrimage to Knock next Sunday.

Small supply and trade dull at Cavan fair. Working cobs and ponies along with a good demand for donkies from Billy McCabe who has now acquired the agency for the seaside trade in Britain were the exception and all lots sold out. Cattle two year olds £50-60 three years old £55-65 milch cows £40-50 colts and ponies £30-40 donkies £10-25 working horses £45-50 bonhams per pair £8-12.

The Cavan Branch of the National Council of the Blind Dr FPE Smith presiding in the Lawn Hotel Belturbet are told that there are now 234 blind people in county Cavan. Miss Lynch 79 Church Street the home assistant officer and her assistant Miss Kearney were also present reporting on their home visits where they teach the patients Braille and give lessons in crafts.

Bridie Galligan Secretary of the IRCS is pictured with Benny Conaty in his licensed premises in Connolly Street after emptying the flagon which weighed 26 ½ lbs in weight and yielded in small change the princely sum of £6-10-0 .

Drumalee give Cavan Gaels a footballing lesson in the 1st Round of the Cavan Junior League scoring 3-11 to the Gael’s 0-5 points. Personal triumph for the great Donie Fay who scored an incredible 1-9 and played himself into contention for a place on the Cavan Junior team. Tommy Molloy Ray Carroll Reilly brothers (Seamus and Matthew) Sean Woods and star midfielder Tom Flynn. Donie was best assisted by the tireless Michael Smith and the penetrating runs of Frankie Walsh in attack. Drumalee led by 0-8 to 0-5 at half time. Dick Mulcahy was again the star defender for the Gaels with great support from the Crowe brothers (Donal and George) PJ Carroll Brendan Keaney at centre field and Terry Smith Sean Galligan and returning after a long injury lay off the peerless Pat Gaffney. The Drumalee goals were all scored in the 2nd half by John ‘Buddy’ Clarke Brian Gaffney and that man again Donie Fay. Referee John Brady Mullahoran is rated as fair.

Jack M Brady with 69 nett wins the coveted Bhreifne trophy at County Cavan Golf Club. Owen McGovern and Louis Blessing both scored 70 with Owen taking second place virtue of a better back nine. Farnham Cup (Adam and Eve Match play) WP O Hanlon off 10 beat Leo McDonald (12) 2 and 1. Committee Prize 18 hole stableford Rev M Gilbride 42 Dermot Morgan 41 .

Secondary students from the Poor Clare Convent along with their teachers leave Cavan for an outing to Sligo and Yeat’s country travelling in two of Jackson’s luxury coaches. They left at 8:30 and didn’t return until 10:30 all totally oblivious to the pouring rain which fell all day.

Annie Martin who emigrated to the USA many years ago is on holidays at their home 1 Saint Aidan’s with her brothers Henry and Johnny.

June 22^nd 1963 Tumultuous reception for President John F Kennedy as he returns to the land of his forebears. Welcomed in Irish and English by President Eamonn De Velera, he was later welcomed by hundreds of thousands on his way to Arus an Uachtarainn standing in an open car surrounded by security. He later addressed both houses of the Oireachtas, was made a free man of Dublin city, journeyed to meet his cousins in Abbotstown near New Ross in county Wexford. He was conferred with an Honary doctorate at UCG later flying out from Shannon with a tear in his eye and a nation stunned at the outpouring of such joy and emotion in perfect weather conditions.

World acclaims new Pope as Cardinal Montini former Archbishop of Milan is elected in record time after the Cardinals sealed up in the Sistine Chapel voted 4 times on Thursday and got their man on the first ballot on Friday morning with hundreds of thousands rushing to Saint Peter’s Square to be told 46 minutes later “Habeamus est Papam Giovanni Baptista Montini” Archbishop of Milan and red hot favorite would take over the mantle from the late lamented Pope John XXIII immediately confirming that he would be continuing the work of the late Pope by recalling the Second Ecumenical Council. He will be crowned Pope on Sunday next the feast of Saint Paul in the open air at Saint Peter’s Square. Widely travelled Diplomat he is friendly with President De Velera who will once again lead the Irish delegation at the coronation while the Irish Church will again be represented by Archbishop John Charles McQuaid . He is a personal friend of Sean T and Mrs Kelly former President of Ireland. He was Archbishop of Milan since early 1955 after serving as Assistant Secretary of State and Co Secretary of State since the election of Pope Pius XII. He was mentioned as a possible candidate in 1958 but was not at that stage a cardinal. Tall and lean with a scholar’s forehead black bushy eyebrows and deep set eyes.

Senator TJ Fitzpatrick is re elected Chairman of Cavan Urban Council by 6-3 with runner up Paddy Conaty unanimously re elected Vice Chairman. Johnny Murray Labour and Benny Cafferty Fine Gael proposed and seconded Tom Fitzpatrick. His first duty as Chairman was to congratulate the new Pope in Rome saying “ may Pope Paul VI be long spared to lead the Church and humanity”.

Airmid O Hanlon and JA Clarke win the President’s Surgeon Cullen’s Prize at County Cavan Golf Club with ‘dark horse’ Jean McCormick and B Nelson a close second.

New branch of the Labour Party is set up in Cavan with a view to having members elected to local and national forums. Chairman John O Rourke UDC Secretary Tom O Connor Treasurer Tommy McKiernan. Committee Eddie Maguire Johnny Burns John Keogan Johnny Murray UDC and L Keane. The meeting was addressed by Waterford TD TA Kyne in the Town Hall which was packed to capacity for the occasion.

Over 90 on magical mystery tour of the islands of Lough Erne sponsored by Cumainn Seanchas Bhreifne. The islands are described as monuments and store house of antiquities. Centre of attention was Devenish the most famous and historic on the vast lake. The members were ‘spellbound’ by the number and varieties of the antiquities including Saint Molaise’s House the Round Tower Teampall Mor Saint Mary’s Abbey house of the Canon’s regular of Saint Augustine and the old cemetery with its own unique high cross. Later the party visited White Island and the aptly named Inismacsaint where they encountered even more interesting remains and antiquities including a church another round tower and a cemetery. The outing was greatly enhanced by the splendid commentary and guidance of Rev Patrick Gallagher Chairman Donegal Historic Society.

Rose Smith Frances McKiernan Claire McKiernan and Marie O Reilly are pictured competing at the 45th annual Feis in Ballyjamesduff.

A revitalized Cavan beat Derry in sparkling style 3-9 to 2- thus becoming the first team to beat the homesters in Dean McGlinchey Park Ballinascreen. The only blot on the copy book was that they again faded in the last quarter letting Derry in for 2-2 without reply. Many of the Cavan players at that stage were blowing hard and out on their feet. Cavan will now face Donegal in the Ulster Semi Final in Clones and will have to improve considerably if they are to become the first holders of the glittering new Anglo Celt trophy which has been presented to the Ulster Council by the directors of the Anglo Celt. The old trophy will stay in Cavan at the home of Jim McDonnell captain of the team as they are the last holders and have won the competition on a record 44 times. Scorers for Cavan Charlie Gallagher 0-7 0-4 frees James Brady 1-2 Ray Carolan 1-0 and Cathal Toal Killeshandra Leaguers 1-0.

Cavan Gaels come storming back at the homesters Butlersbridge in the Junior League with the Bridge hanging on by a single point 1-5 to 1-4 and Jackie Sheridan newly reinvigorated Pat Gaffney and Des Lambert the Gaels are awarded a close in free to level the game when the pitch was invaded with several of the Butlersbridge players remonstrating with the referee John Foley Ballyhaise who had no option but to abandon the game. John ‘Foley’ O Rourke Donal Crowe Des Lambert and Jackie Sheridan all gave great second half displays. Gerard Finegan and PJ Carroll took over from Tom Smith and Con Smith in the second half ensuring a plentiful supply of the ball to the inside forwards where Terry Smith Tommy Monaghan Jackie Sheridan and Dick Mulcahy laid siege to the home citadel. Benny Henry Con Smith Tommy Smith at centre field forwards Ken Browne John Cusack and the O Reilly brothers all shone for the ‘homesters’ particularly in the opening half.

All conquering TP O Callaghan from Bailieboro maintains his unbeaten record when he wins the Ulster Mile title in a time of 4 minutes 20 seconds in Emyvale finishing three feet ahead of the flying Bobby Faren from Limavaddy the Ulster ½ mile champion. O Callaghan the 5,000 meter Ulster champion was 25 yards behind at the bell but on a heavy track the well built Bailieboro runner steadily closed down the Limavaddy flier to just edge him out by a yard at the tape. John Kennedy the defending champion was 3rd.

Cavan Clerical students will play a Cavan Gaels selection in Breffni Park. Team Peter Paul O Reilly P Smith Fintan McKiernan Phil Brady Tom McKiernan Felim Kelly Jim Brady Tommy Smith P McGuinness P Carolan Captain Martin Kelly Harry O Reilly Brian McElhinney Brian Morris and Brian Boylan. Subs Michael Cooke Tommy Monaghan JP Smith T Dalton and Gerard Finegan.

Two great Cavan football families celebrate ordinations with Raymond Brady son of Maurice and Kathleen Brady Drapers Upper Main Street. Maurice is a former Cavan Slashers Cavan Championship winner and present Treasurer of the Cavan Gaels. Johnny Cusack is a native of Ballyjamesduff and is son of Mr and Mrs Michael Cusack Drumrora. Michael won County Cavan Junior and Senior medals with Lavey in 1950 and 1951. The new priest’s uncle Johnny captained Lavey to successive titles and was at top of the left for Cavan when they won their last All Ireland Senior title defeating Meath in 1952.

June 29^th 1963 The Celt continues its coverage of the life and times of the new Pope Paul VI telling the readers that he was appointed Archbishop of Milan in December 1954 and at his installation the address was given by Pope Pius XII who clearly signaled his preference for Montini as his successor. He was born in Brescia where he studied privately after his health broke down. He was ordained a priest in Brescia Cathedral in 1920. He studied later at the Roman Academy of Saint Augustine where he took his degrees in Philosophy. He later studied in the Ecclesiastical Academy where Church diplomats are trained. Spending one year in the Warsaw Embassy as work experience. In 1937 he was selected understudy Secretary of State for Ordinary Church affairs under the direction of Cardinal Pacelli. Celt hints at an uneasy relationship between the two men with Pope Pius XII plumping for Cardinal Magilome as his Secretary of State when elected Pope. When the Cardinal died in 1944 Pope Pius XII never replaced him preferring to take on the job himself. Eventually in 1953 he was appointed Co Secretary of State but refused the red hat of Cardinal. He had a direct telephone line to the Pope’s apartment and was in consultation with him a couple of times per day. He was created a Cardinal in 1958 by Pope John XXIII with the coat of arms ‘In Nomine Domine’ ‘In the name of the Lord’. In 1962 he travelled all over Africa visiting Rhodesia South Africa Nigeria and Ghana.

Father Raymond Brady is ordained a priest by Archbishop John Charles McQuaid Archbishop of Dublin and Primate of All Ireland in Saint Patrick’s College Maynooth. He celebrated his firs Mass in Maynooth on Monday morning assisted by Father Frank McKiernan President of Saint Felim’s College Ballinamore. His brother Maurice served the Mass and present were his parents Maurice and Kathleen sister Sheila brothers Maurice and Sean. Father Brady celebrated his first public Mass in the Cathedral on Tuesday imparting his blessing to friends and neighbours who travelled from all over Ireland to be present. Father Raymond Brady was educated at the Poor Clare Convent De La Salle Brothers Cavan Saint Patrick’s College Cavan and Saint Patrick’s Maynooth where he obtained his BA and BD with first class honours.

Johnny Cusack from Drumora Crosserlough was also ordained at Maynooth on Sunday saying his first Mass in Saint Patrick’s Maynooth assisted by Lavey native Father Terence Cunningham DCL. His two brothers served the Mass. Father Cusack said his first public Mass in Saint Mary’s Church Crosserlough on Tuesday. His aunt is Mrs Judy McEntee Church Street. Father Johnny Cusack was educated at Knocknagilla Saint Patrick’s College Cavan and Saint Patrick’s College Maynooth.

Death of Joyce Campbell 198 Upper Newtownards Road Belfast. She was eldest daughter of the legendary Patrick and Mrs Margaret ‘Daisy’ McCarren. Her husband Dr John Campbell died only three years ago. She is survived by her 2 sons and 2 daughters sisters and many friends.

Dr Tadhg Lynch son of Mrs Lynch and the late Tim Solicitor Farnham Street is conferred with his MB Bch BAD degree at University College Dublin.

John Shannon Irish Life Assurance is the recipient of a presentation by District Manager CJ McGauran on the occasion of his promotion to Sligo at an enjoyable function in McMahon’s County Hotel. John has been resident in Belturbet for the last twenty years.

Over 70 delegates attend the Dail Mor Gaelic League in Cavan where 15 motions were dealt with all as Gaeilge.

July 6^th 1963 William P O Hanlon Managing Director of the Anglo Celt is appointed Chairman of the Standard Newspapers Limited to succeed General Sean McEoin who is retiring for health reasons. Willie is President of the Master Printer’s Association and Vice President of Associated Irish Newspapers.

For the first time the coronation of the Pope will take place in the open air at Saint Peter’s Rome with up to two million people expected to participate. The gold and white triple crown will be laid on his head by Cardinal O Havriani Dean of the Sacred College of Cardinals.

President John Kennedy leaves Shannon for Gatwick after his triumphant 4 day tour of Ireland quoting a poem called ‘Shannon’ given to him at a reception in Arus an Uachtarainn by Sinead bean De Velera. He left with a tear in his eye and a lump in his throat laden down with presents and gifts vowing to return to the land of his forebears someday. “ I will have the memory of this wonderful Irish welcome in my heart always. I didn’t know Failte could mean as much as the hundred thousand welcomes the Irish people extended to me over the last few days”

Joe Brennan Graham’s Hotel Bailieboro is elected Chairman of the newly formed Cavan Hotel’s Association for Regional Tourism while Don McMullin the Railway Hotel is elected Secretary.

The Lady Captain’s (Dolie Brady) prize at County Cavan Golf Club is won by Mrs PA Farrelly. Joan O Hanlon won the Gross.

Charlie Reilly Clann Na Poblachta Drumherrish is unanimously elected Chairman of Cavan County Council succeeding Senator John Cole. Patrick Smith the veteran Fianna Fail councilor from Cootehill is unanimously elected Vice Chairman. Sean Lee leader of the Fianna Fail grouping on the Council announces that Fianna Fail will no longer support the rotation system agreed to a few years ago and will in future contest the position of Chairman.

Pictured are Don Twoomey brilliant centre half of the all conquering De La Salle Under 14 team captained by Paddy Reilly who captured yet another (the 4th in 5 years) Urban title at wet but well attended Breffni Park beating Lurgan by 3-16 to 0-2. Mullahoran beat Denn in an equally one sided Rural final winning 2-11 to Nil. Pictured is Seamus Gilheaney Chairman of the School’s League presenting the PJ Duke Cup to a jubilant Paddy Reilly. The victory was laid in the outstanding half back line where Denis O Keeffe man of the match Don Twoomey and Joe Gilmartin were rock solid at the back and joined in attack every opportunity they got. John Sheridan Tomas Greene and Oliver Galligan were very efficient clearing everything that came their way but they were never over worked. De La Salle had a strong tall forceful midfield in Paddy Reilly captain and Michael ‘Moucher’ Galligan. Pictured is Pearse Gilroy who swept through the Lurgan defence for a series of well taken points. The tall well built John McNamara played as target man to great effect. Paddy Sheridan on the 40 and Padraic Goodman were others to catch the eye in a well coordinated forward line with Noel Smith and the young Micheal ‘Haulie’ Reilly seen to great effect. The referee was Father Benny Maguire Saint Patrick’s College. In the first half Paddy Reilly scored 0-2 Pearse Gilroy 1-1 and P Goodman 0-1. Second half Don Twoomey and Noel Smith 1 goal each Sean McNamara 0-4 Pearse Gilroy 0-2 Paddy Reilly and P Goodman 0-1 each. De La Salle John Sheridan B Hyland Tom Greene Oliver Galligan Dennis O Keeffe Don Twoomey Joe Gilmartin Michael Galligan Paddy Reilly Padraic Goodman Paddy Sheridan Pearse Gilroy Micheal ‘Hauley’ Reilly and Noel Smith.

President De Velera is one of the 91 Head’s of State at the coronation of Pope Paul VI and is granted a private audience with the new Pope which lasted 21 minutes.

First ever De La Salle Sports are held in Breffni Park. 60 yards under 8 1st Jimmy Fay 2nd Thomas McKiernan. Sack Race under 11 1st Sean Quigley 2nd Kenneth O Keeffe. Under 10 100 Yards 1st Raymond McDonagh 2nd Martin Murray. Sack Race under 14 Brian McGlashin 2nd Norman Breslin .Egg and spoon under 8 1st Thomas Brady 2nd Thomas Johnston. Flag race under 10 Raymond McDonagh 2nd Martin Murray.220 yards under 14 Joseph Gilmartin 2nd Norman Breslin. Under 12 100 yards 1st Liam Quigley 2nd David Lee. Musical chairs Brendan Heslin 2nd Kevin Mullery.100 yards under 13 Norman Breslin 2nd Tom McEntee. Under 8 tricycle race Jimmy Scanlon. Relay T McEntee J Gilmartin L Quigley and Oliver Galligan . Under 11 100 yards Kevin Mullery 2nd Sean Quigley. Hurdles race under 14 1st Thomas Sheridan 2nd Joseph Gilmartin . Under 14 obstacle race Francis McCormick and 2nd Thomas Sheridan. The outstanding all rounder was Norman Breslin. Prizes presented by ex superintendant Joe Murray with amplification by Smyth’s 60 Main Street.

Mass of Thanksgiving in the Cathedral of Saints Patrick and Felim Cavan for the election of Pope Paul VI. The chief celebrant was Rev Joe Canon Sheridan Killeshandra deacon was Father George Gear and sub deacon was Rev Raymond Brady. Master of ceremonies Father PJ Gargan and Bishop Austin Quinn presided.

The Irish Independent reports that for the first time in a century the coronation of the Pope Paul VI the former Cardinal Giovanni Batista Montini takes place outdoors at Saint Peter’s Square witnessed by over 250,000 people and a world wide television audience of millions. “As the dusk falls the entire scene takes on an air of incredible beauty”!

Brendan Browne 111 Saint Helen’s Road Ballsbridge and formerly of Cathedral Road Cavan is 1st in Ireland in his final exams at UCD taking a degree in electrical engineering with 1st class honours. Brendan was educated at the Poor Clare’s De La Salle and Saint Patrick’s College Cavan. He is eldest son of William MA formerly Saint Patrick’s College and now Holy Ghost College Blackrock.

S G Duffy Irish Life District Manager is the recipient of a 26 piece set of Waterford Crystal at a Social in his honour in Crover House Hotel. G McGovern District Inspector Longford made the presentation to Mr Duffy who is going on promotion as District Manager Thurles.

July 13^th 1963 Thomas Smith 10 Jubilee is the over all winner of the Johnny Donohoe Perpetual Cup at the annual junior fishing outing to Derryheen.

Tragic death of the 29 year old Christopher Cusack farmer and labourer Glencurran Carrickaboy. The accident occurred at 2 pm on Sunday as he returned home accidently putting his foot on the accelerator as he approached a sharp bend in the road. Hugh Smith neighbour was a passenger and is detained with serious injuries in Cavan Surgical Hospital. Father George Gear was quickly on the scene and administered the Last Rites to the dying man. He was attended at the scene by Dr E McDonagh Bailieborough .Most popular hard working man he just returned from Lourdes last week. He lived alone and was a well known highly popular farmer and building contractor. He was an outstanding footballer with Ballinagh GFC who formed a guard of honour on both sides of the hearse at both the removal from the Surgical Hospital and at the funeral in Saint Matthew’s Church Drumavaddy where Father Michael Gilbride CC Ballinagh officiated assisted by Father PJ Corrigan CC Denn. Burial took place in the adjoining cemetery.

Michael B Sheridan Dartry Cootehill is appointed permanent agricultural instructor with Meath Committee of Agriculture and will take up his new appointment on the 1st September 1963.

Rás Tailteann whizzes through Cavan and out the Farnham Road on its way to Mullingar.

Butlersbridge open the quest for Junior Championship honours with a well merited win 2-11 to 3-5 against Killeshandra Leaguers at Rory O Moore Park Belturbet. Playing against a stiff breeze and up the hill in the first half the Bridge trailed by 3-3 to 1-3 at the interval. Feature of the game was the sparkling display by back to form county man Con Smith and the accurate place kicking of Johnny Cusack. Killeshandra won the toss and played with the hill and wind. Brian Myles was a defensive star in his old position in defence after being out of sorts in the full forward line in the first half. Goalie Jerry Healey could not be blamed for any of the three goals that he conceded as the defence were strangely shaky in the firs half without the physique and power of the great Brian Myles. Terry Smith was his usual steady reliable self at full back while brother Tommy Con Kevin Smith Frank O Reilly at centre half flanker Benny Henry Ken Browne all sparkled into life in a great second half display. Terry Smith replaced Jerry Healey in goal when Killeshandra were awarded a late penalty and made a great save from a ‘rasper’ by current county senior star Cathal Toal. Best for Killeshandra who ran out of steam in the second half was county star Cathal Toal.

Patrick Gaffney BE Latt buys the Erne Cinema in Belturbet for £2,050 PJ O Reilly and Finegan Menton 14-15 Lower O Connell Street Dublin were the Auctioneers.

Stradone strong burly team led by Mick McCarthy leaders of the Cavan Hurling League sweep aside the challenge of Cavan Owen Roe’s 5-6 to 0-2 at Breffni Park. Scores were even in the first half but Stradone stepped in for 4 unanswered goals in the second period. Mick McCarthy John Muldowney Liam Carolan T Smith and P Power outstanding for Stradone while Owen Roe were best served by Sean Woods Patsy Lee Seamus McCormack Seamus Bennett Paddy Lyons and Tony Brady. Rev Brother Cyril was the referee.

Cavan are expected to out play Donegal in the Ulster Semi Final in Clones while Monaghan play the all conquering Donegal in the Minor curtain raiser. Admission is two shillings with side line seats two shillings extra. Schoolboys will be admitted for six pence. Cavan Boy Scouts Band will lead the parade and take up a collection in the grounds.

‘Saint Aiden’s’ Drumelis former residence of Paddy Baxter Senator and Cathaoirleacch are purchased at auction by George V Maloney Junior for £3,600.

Minnie O Neill’s bungalow at Drumalee is purchased in trust by Tom Fitzpatrick Solicitor for a sum believed to be in the region of £2.675.Con P Smith was the Auctioneer and Sean P Kelly had carriage.

Bridge Mattie Corcoran and Liam Bogue E/W Tom Hickey and Surgeon Cullen.

Featured in this week’s Anglo Celt are the Reilly family Ashe Street two of whom Paddy and Haulie starred for the De La Salle in this year’s Schools’ Finals at Breffni Park. Paddy has played for 5 successive years with the team and has been successful on four occasions in the Championship. While older brother JJ also played for 5 years and was a winner of county medals on three occasions. Younger brother Micheal ‘Hauley’ starred in this year’s win. Paddy who captained the team this year has played at corner forward full forward centre field on successive teams. They are sons of Michael and Elizabeth Reilly Ashe Street.

Danny O Kelly beats out of luck Leo McDonald to win the Member’s Cup at County Cavan Golf Club .In the O Hanlon Cup Final B Nelson beat Vincent Crotty. In the Scotch Foursomes S Lawlor and Frank Brady 61 nett beat H Carthy and Danny O Kelly 66 ½ nett.

Pictured is Patsy Lee who has given two sparkling performances for his club Owen Roe in the county Cavan Hurling League.

Over 100 young anglers at the annual fishing competition sponsored by Cavan Angling Club who served each one of them sandwiches tea around a blazing bonfire. There was an amazing total of 185 fish caught with Tommy Smith 10 Jubilee winning the top prize and Johnny Donohoe Cup which Johnny the Treasurer of the Club presented. Vincent Bartley Chairman presented the remainder of the prizes. Results 8-10 year olds 1st Philip Donohoe Abbey Street 2nd James Quinn Tullac Mongan 3rd Desmond Donohoe Abbey Street. Section B 10-12 1st Sean Reilly Swellan Thomas Smith 10 Jubilee 3rd John Lee Tullac Mongan. Section C 12-14 1st Tom Greene Saint Phelim’s Place 2nd Dominick Lynch Tullac Mongan 3rd Coleman Smith Drumalee. The competitors were transported to and from the venue in two luxury coaches supplied free of charge by Maurice Jackson.

Death of Katie Cusack Shankill who was predeceased by her sister Anne on Christmas Day. She is survived by her husband Michael son daughters brother sister and other relatives. Funeral from Saint Brigid’s Church Killygarry to the adjoining cemetery.

On the three day Blood Transfusion visit to Cavan, 585 people give blood in the Protestant Hall. This is 83 more than last year. The event was hosted and organized by Eileen Maloney and the members of Cavan Red Cross.

Death of George Donaghy in Luton after a short illness borne with great courage and fortitude. He was a distinguished Sergeant in the RIC. He was son of Manus and Ellen Donaghy Kilmore. He is survived by his wife daughters brother Manus and sister Mary McDonald Lislin.

Good supply of cattle at Cavan Fair with buyers from a wide area.. Yearlings £36-£40 2 year olds £55-60 three year olds £60-72-10-0 milch cows £40-50 springers £55-65 mincers £28-35. Bull calves £18-25 shorthorns £10-15. Working horses £40-50 ponies £40-50 donkeys £5-15. Carrying sows £32-40 bonhams £8-12 per pair.

July 20^th 1963 Michael J Smith Secretary of Cavan County Council devises a new plan for university grants which is later adopted by the Council. Medical courses of 6 years maximum loan of £250 payable over 12 years to cover lodgings travelling expenses etc. Architect and all courses over 5 years £160 Dentistry £140 Engineering £120 and Arts and Commerce £100.

Pictured at the ‘Kiss of Life’ demonstration is Brian Sullivan reviving Albert Hickey with Frances Sullivan and Pat Saunderson looking on at the Water Safety week at Swellan Lake.

Major upset as the holders Cavan ‘are caught on the hop’4-5 to 0-6 by outsiders Donegal in the Ulster senior semi final at Clones with the winners qualifying for their first ever final to be played at Breffni Park Cavan. According to Pat O Neill the team let the supporters down and Donegal’s win was ‘ like taking candy from kids’. Kerry beat Cork 1-18 to 3-7 in Killarney while Dublin beat Laois 2-11 to 2-9 in Croke Park. PJ calls for a team manager to be appointed with full control over switches and selection. Cavan with 44 titles looked completely out of their depth and were never in the contest with a chance of winning. “Ray Carolan at midfield played well subduing the brilliant Frankie McFeeley while Stafford Maguire and Kelly in defence fought all through and are blameless for the shame inflicted on the supporters by such a gutless display. Cavan’s best forward Jimmy O Donnell was taken off by a group of selectors who shamed themselves in their incoherent and lack of intelligence and should all be dismissed for gross incompetence”. Donegal led by 2-3 to 0-5 at the interval. Everything Donegal attempted came off and they scored a couple of lucky goals that amazed even their long suffering fans who waited 80 years for the team to make this breakthrough. Peter Pritchard replaced Cathal Toal at half time and he was the only Cavan forward to sparkle and made a big difference to the attack scoring Cavan’s sole point in the second half. The Donegal team who made the breakthrough to contest their first ever Ulster senior final Seamus Hoare Finian Gallagher Bernard Brady Brendan McFeeley Sean O Donnell John Hannigan Paul Kelly Frankie McFeeley PJ Flood Cormac Breslin Sean Ferriter Captain Mick Griffin Donal Breslin Des Houlihan and Harry Laverty. The much talked about superb Donegal minor team won their semi final beating a very poor Monaghan side 6-14 to 0-4 after leading at the interval by 4-3 to 0-2.

Ardee are the visitors to Cavan Sports Centre where Malachy Elliott and Colin Carthy beat Ed Watters and T Matthews 6-1 Garrett Arnold and Mickey Breslin beat D O Neill and G McGee 6-4 Moya Maloney and Frances Sullivan beat Ann Shannon and Mary McMahon 6-5 Marlis Smith and Clare Maloney lost to Mary Coyle and J McKiernan 1-6 J Carroll and D Smith beat P McDonnell and Orla Clarke 1-6 C Carthy and Moya Maloney beat Ed Wallis and Miss Shannon 6-4 Malachy Elliott and Frances Sullivan beat Matthew and Miss McCarthy 6-3 Kevin Burke and Clare Maloney lost to G McGee and Miss McKeever 4-6 Michael Breslin and Marlis Smith lost to D O Neill and Miss Cole 2-6. An enjoyable ‘hop’ was held in the Sports Centre later with the cup presented to Ardee who won overall 5-4.

Death of the legendary Surgeon Joseph McMullin former County Surgeon in Cavan at his residence ‘Inis Fail’ Woodbine Avenue Stillorgan Dublin at the age of 77. He was Cavan’s first ever County Surgeon. Native of Donegal he qualified as a doctor in 1910 at Saint Cecelia’s Hospital Colchester England. Later dispensary doctor in Burtonport in 1911. Later he qualified as a surgeon at the Shell and Rock Hospital Ballyshannon where he served from 1914-1923 when he was appointed as Cavan’s first ever County Surgeon. He served in Cavan from 1923 until his retirement in January 1952. His dedication to his patients and skill as a surgeon were legendary and he did much to enhance the reputation of the old Surgical Hospital. He lived close by with his family in ‘Inis Fail’ and made himself available around the clock seven days per week. He was brother of Rev P McMullin PP Donegal and the late Rev M Canon McMullin PP Carrigart and Vincent M McMullin Solicitor Ballybofey. He is survived also by his wife Frances sons Surgeon J P McMullin Justice Art McMullin and Dom McMullin ‘Railway Hotel Cavan daughters Una Smith Farnham Street Airmid O Hanlon ‘Glenair’ Cathedral Road Mrs P Flanagan Dublin Mrs D Meagher Dublin Mrs J Celvey Dublin Miss N McMullin Miss D McMullin and Miss M McMullin and 36 grandchildren. Funeral from Our Lady Queen of Peace Church Merrion to Dean’s Grange cemetery.

Death penalty abolished . Exemptions include murder of a guard or prison officer on duty or the murder of a foreign diplomat or head of state. Treason is also included as a capital offence.

Rev Eamonn Mansfield CSSP Kimmage Manor is ordained a priest by the Archbishop of Dublin John Charles McQuaid at All Saints College Clonliffe . Father Eamonn is eldest son of Mr and Mrs JP Mansfield Rock Cross. He said his first Mass at Blackrock College where he was educated and was assisted by Rev M Geraghty PP Glasnevin. He said his firs public Mass in the Cathedral on Tuesday imparting his blessing to the large and representative congregation.

Elmbank Hatcheries Cavan Monaghan and branches are offering 1st cross leghorn at £1-£2-25 per 25.

July 27^th 1963 Down and Donegal will play for the spanking new Anglo Celt trophy in the Ulster Final in Breffni Park Cavan next Sunday. The new trophy presented by the directors of the Anglo Celt was handed over to the Ulster Council at their meeting in Monaghan by the Editor Edward O Hanlon. The old trophy presented in 1925 will remain in the possession of Cavan team captain Jim McDonnell who was the captain of the winning Cavan team in 1962. Sean Ferriter of Donegal or George Lavery of Down will as rival captains be striving to be the first to win the new trophy. Stewards are asked to be in their places not later than mid day with a record crowd expected. Bus parking will be at the Courthouse. Fair green Magnet Cinema and other parking facilities have been secured. Farmers along the route have offered their fields along the Clones Arva and Cootehill roads. It is expected that a crowd of over 30.000 will converge on Breffni Park where the Embankment will hold an estimated 10.000 spectators. Programmes will be sold at all entrances to the town by Oliver Plunkett’s Under 16 and De La Salle Under 14s who are on a generous commission. The programmes will be distributed on Saturday evening at Tom Fitzpatrick’s Solicitors Farnham Street. The minor game will proceed the senior game and will feature the same two teams Down and favourites Donegal the present Ulster League Champions.

B Nelson wins the Captain’s Owen McGovern’s prize at County Cavan Golf Club with 69 nett. Phil Lawlor Junior (9) was runner up while Jack Binchey with 61 had the best gross.

Corlurgan school is decorated in honour of Mrs John Crotty NT who is retiring after 40 years of distinguished service to the school. Father Peter Paul Galligan a past pupil and leading Cavan footballer on vacation from Australia made the presentation to his old teacher of a silver tea service suitably inscribed. Included in the overflow attendance were Fathers Joe Dolan Adm PJ Gargan AJ O Brien County Council and Frank Crowe Chairman of the organising committee.

Robert Simpson 18 Saint Patrick’s Terrace Cavan is appointed Unit officer Cavan branch Red Cross with Eileen Maloney as usual heading up the ladies’ section.

Francie Farrelly at the age of 20 returns home to visit his parents at 38 Saint Felim’s Place. Francie a member of the USA marines brings with him his wife and newly born child. Along with his brother Hubert Francis was a member of the CBSI troop and band.

Death of Peter McCabe Pullamore husband of Mary. Deeply regretted by his sorrowing wife and family. Funeral was large and representative at Saint Brigid’s Church Killygarry with burial later in the adjoining cemetery.

August 3^rd 1963 Record attendance at Down V Donegal Ulster Final in Cavan on a blistering hot day with Breffni Park unable to hold the crowds which occupied all of the fields at Creighan Rosculligan and Kilnavara with non paying fans who failed to gain admission to the ground. Upwards of 60,000 are believed to have travelled from the far reaches of Donegal and Down to a venue that was hopelessly inadequate and ill prepared.

Michael Jordan Wolfe Tone Street is pictured with his 20lbs 6 oz pike which won the PJ Lee Cup as the heaviest fish caught in the 1962-193 Season and sponsored by Cavan and District Tourism.

Sympathy is extended to Bishop Austin Quinn on the death of his brother Henry Quinn Millfield Armagh . He is survived by his brothers Patrick Arthur Bernard and Bishop Austin brothers wife and three children.

Fourth Ulster Championship for superb Down who outclassed a hopelessly nervous and poor Donegal 2-11 to 1-4 in one of the poorest Ulster Finals in living memory on a sweltering hot humid day before a record crowd of 36.000 spectators at hopelessly inadequate Breffni Park where even the much heralded embankment (Town Dump) went up in flames and had to be evacuated and spectators shepherded to safety by a very efficient Cavan Fire Brigade. Down were complete masters of a lack luster game where Donegal simply did not’ turn up’ and even the scoring of an early penalty by John Hannigan failed to whet the appetites of players totally overcome with 1st Ulster Final nerves. To make matters worse for their thousands of spectators Down won the Minor final beating a very strong and skillful Donegal with a last minute goal 4-6 to 2-11 after Donegal led at the interval by 2-6 to 1-3. They showed some wonderful skills but ran into trouble by over elaboration and the hot weather and big wide pitch took its toll on the Donegal stamina. Padraig McFlynn President of the Ulster Council presented the magnificent Anglo Celt Cup to George Lavery captain of the Down team after the game. Down scorers Brian Johnston 1-2 Paddy Doherty 1-1 Sean O Neill 0-4 Val Kane 0-2 James and Dan McCartan 0-1 each. Donegal replied per John Hannigan 1-0 penalty Cormac Breslin 0-2 Frankie McFeeley and Sean Ferriter 0-1 each. Most Rev Dr James Moynagh Bishop of Calabar former Cavan and Mullahoran star footballer threw in the ball. Because of the warm weather Cavan town pubs and restaurants were packed all day to full capacity while Virginia was busier than a normal Show day and Cootehill busier than the full week end Ulster Fleadh held in the town recently. According to the Anglo Celt the Ulster Council are committed to playing two out of every six Ulster finals in Cavan!

Monaghan Town show their class trashing Cavan Town 6-0 in the Duncan Cup at Villa Park Clones. Cavan were in the game up to half time but capitulated after Gene Cullivan missed a penalty which would have put them in the lead. Cavan will now play Kilmore at the latter’s venue next week.

Five invalids booked on the forthcoming Oblate Pilgrimage to Lourdes. Organizers Peggy Willock Surgical Hospital and Nellie Gargan ‘The Ritz Bar’ need funds and each donor will be remembered in a novena of Masses in Lourdes.

Death of Elizabeth Cusack Wolfe Tone Street only a short time in Cavan where she came after the recent death of her husband 9 years ago. The family were natives of Killymeehan Stradone . They were extremely well known and popular over a wide area. Funeral from the Cathedral of Saints Patrick and Felim Cavan was large and representative. Burial later in Drung cemetery.

Father Ray Brady recently ordained priest and son of Maurice and Kay Brady Upper Main Street is appointed Curate in Ballinaglera county Leitrim.

Sale of the century as Tom Clarke Cathedral Road buys ‘Fortview’ on 14 acres of land at Farnham Road for £3.820. The property belonged to the late AM Mee for many years.

August 10^th 1963 Cavan Urban Council Garden Competition Zone A P McGrath Saint Phelim’s Place . Zone B William Sheridan 13 Saint Brigid’s Terrace each receive £5.

Niall Walsh Clerical Officer Cavan County Council is appointed Town Clerk Buncrana county Donegal. Native of Kingscourt Niall joined the Local Government Services in 1954. Prominent member of Cavan Golf Club and Cavan Musical Society. His marriage to Gertie McDonald Tower Hamlet takes place on September 12th 1964.Pictured are four generations of an old distinguished Cavan family the Johnston’s Wolfe Tone Street. Alice Mooney is pictured with her grand daughter Elizabeth Mooney daughter Mary and great grand daughter June on June’s 1st birthday. Elizabeth is widow of the late Patrick Johnston a Labour member and Chairman of Cavan Urban Council for many years.

On a wet day in July the casual staff employed to prepare Breffni Park for the Ulster Final are pictured hard at work. Terry Weir Bill Allen Harry Donegan Jimmy McKeown Peter Gaffney Simon Buckley Barney Connolly Mickey Reilly Tommy Owens Charles Maguire James O Brien and Mickey O Brien.

Death of John J Fitzpatrick Jersey City aged 59 suddenly. He was son of Francis Fitzpatrick Breffni Terrace. He was an Engineer in Jersey city with the Board of Education. He emigrated from Cavan 39 years ago. He served in the American Navy for over 30 years. He fought in both the Atlantic and Pacific during World War 2 and later served as a New York State Trooper. He was brother of the legendary Joey ‘Bendy’ Fitzpatrick College Street. His sister died in Jersey city in January.

Forty members of Cavan Boy Scouts leave for the annual camp in Mornington county Meath with John Donohoe and Father Torlac O Reilly in charge of the party.

John McCaffrey Barney Connolly and Tom Lyons on his annual holiday from New York catch an amazing 20 dozen perch in three hours fishing on the River Erne.

Birth of Victor Fagan at Bangor Hospital son of Arthur Solicitor and member of Cavan UDC. His wife is Winnie nee Johnston.

Death of John J O Reilly a native of Drumcrave who emigrated to the USA in 1928. He is survived by two sons Sean and Kevin and last visited Ireland in 1933. He possessed a picture of the school dated 1924. Funeral in America.

August 17^th 1963 Onslow Bredin moves in to clear the way for the erection of six houses opposite the Cathedral of Saints Patrick and Felim Cavan at a place known as ‘Cathedral Corner. Onslow stated that all of the houses apart from one are all pre sold.

Joan O Hanlon wins the Lady President’s Prize (Dorie Smith) at Cavan Golf Club. Jean McCormick wins the hidden prize in section A while Mrs PA Farrelly wins section B Maureen McDonald had the best gross.

Mullahoran beat Virginia Blues the defending champions to claim a place in the Cavan senior football final 12 points to 0-3. The teams were tied at 0-2 each at the interval. Mullahoran scored ten points in the second half without reply. Simon Deignan exerted his authority as referee in a very able manner. Danny and John Brady Connie Halton Padraic Harton Jim Brady Tom Smith and Phil McGuiness at centre field outstanding for the winners who now play Bailieborough in the county final.

Down play Dublin in the all Ireland semi final and the winners will play Galway who disposed of the reigning champions Kerry in their semi final.

Francis Garvey and Patsy Lee top the honours lists at Saint Patrick’s College Leaving Certificate results. Both are past students of De La Salle Cavan. Others to figure prominently include Ray Dunne Dermot Burke George Crowe Paddy Smallhorne Peter Pritchard Gussy Crowe and Terry Brady.

Grade 3 Royal Irish Academy of Music 1st Mary Mansfield Farnham Road Bernadette Smith Farnadolly. Grade 2 Manix McKenna Lily McKenna Rita Hill Bernard Galligan and Marian Galligan.

Death of Hugh McGurk Kelly’s Terrace at the age of 81. He was a founder and director of McGurks Building Contractors Cavan. He was an outstanding footballer and brother of the famous Mick who led Cavan in their first All Ireland semi final at Clonturk Park Dublin 1892 when they were beaten by Dublin team ‘Young Irelanders’. There was a large and representative attendance at the funeral from the Cathedral of Saints Patrick and Felim Cavan with burial later in Cullies cemetery. Cavan Gael’s formed a guard of honour while Father PJ Gargan officiated at both the removal and funeral.

Nora CP Fallon County Hospital Castlebar is appointed Assistant Matron at Saint Joseph’s Hospital Lisdarn.

The ‘Great Train Robbery’ when a gang of at least 15 masked and armed men held up the mail train at Cheddington Bucks escaping with over £1 million in notes.

Audrey Richmond daughter of Harry and Iris Dublin Road is awarded a scholarship to the Royal School tenable for five years.

Sport’s Centre team beat Cootehill 10-2 at the Cootehill tennis club. Dermot Burke and Dermot Healy beat P Trenier and L Cagney 5-7 Gene McCusker and C Carthy beat B Shiels and G O Donohoe 6-1 Malachy Elliott and Mickey Breslin beat M Smith and D Lennon 6-0 Moya Maloney and Frances Sullivan beat B Whelan and S Gunn 6-0 Brian Gaffney and Lorraine McCarren beat S Trenier and M Whelan 6-4.

August 24^th 1963 Mrs R Browne Clonogonnell wins two 1st prizes for home made creamery butter at Oldcastle Show where the famous Iris Kellett is pictured on ‘Cinderella’ in the confined grade b jumping competition.

Ten thousand farmers block all access to Athlone to protest against the continuing loss of income and emigration among the farming population. Cars lorries and buses are caught up in the traffic jam as one person in a small family car tried to pass through the chaos the car and occupants were lifted off the road and deposited on a side street by a group of protesting farmers.

Death of Joseph Coyle Drumullen and late of Belturbet. There was a very large and representative attendance at the removal and funeral from Saint Patrick’s Church Drumcor to the adjoining cemetery.

Father Paddy Coyle Lourdes AC Drogheda is the winner of the six mile cross country classic run during the Gymkhana . Eamonn Tully Laragh AC and Peter Paul Reilly Laragh AC were second and third. The winner and runner up received cups while third received a medal.

In a thriller played at Breffni Park Lacken and Drumalee draw in Junior Division 2 Final 3-6 to 1-12. Tadhg McCarthy at full forward for Lacken was man of the match giving a torrid time to Sean Woods the Drumalee full back all afternoon. Two well engineered goals by the outstanding Paddy Lyons gave Drumalee a very fortunate draw. Aidan Brady George Crowe in defence Thomas McKiernan and Brendan Donohoe in attack starred for an impressive Lacken outfit. Tommy Molloy Seamus Reilly and Raymond Carroll in defence for Drumalee while Frankie Walsh Michael Smith and the outstanding Paddy Lyons shone in attack for the Cavan town team. Drumalee led by 1-4 to 0-6 at half time but played second fiddle to an impressive Lacken in the second half until seven minutes from the end Paddy Lyons scored a brilliant individual goal and on the stroke of full time placed Brian Gaffney to blast home the equalising goal.

Dublin beat Ulster Champions Down 2-11 to 0-7 to qualify for the All Ireland final. A whirlwind start and outstanding display in the first half sealed the issue for the Metropolitans. Scorers for Dublin Mickey Whelan 0-6 Dessie ‘Snitchy’ Ferguson 1-1 Brian McDonald 1-0 John Timmons 0-2 Des Foley and Simon Behan 0-1 each. Scorers for a lacklustre Down Sean O Neill 0-3 Paddy Doherty 0-2 Joe Lennon and James McCartan 0-1 each.

Thieves break into Petrol Pump attendants office at Tractamotors causing extensive damage to the hut and stealing £11 worth of cigarettes. The cash takings which were secured within the same box and locked by Jackie Fitzpatrick attendant before going off duty at 11 PM was not taken.

Sympathy is extended to Mrs Jim Logue Kilnavara wife of Anglo Celt staff photographer Jim ‘ Flash’ Logue on the death of her mother Mrs Quinn on Wednesday last.

Cavan Open Tennis Michael Buchanan beat Harry Elliott 4-6 6-2 6-3 to win the men’s singles. Frances Sullivan and Moya Maloney beat Anne Sullivan and Ann Leonard. H Elliott and Loraine McCarren beat C Carthy and Helen Gaffney 6-1 6-1. The trophies and prizes were presented to the winners by Mary McCormick daughter of the proprietor Tommy McCormick at a well attended and enjoyable social in the hall later.

August 31^st 1963 Mary Josephine Smith daughter of Mr and Mrs Peter Smith Ballyhaise qualifies as an SRN at Lambeth Hospital London.

Inspired by man of the match Pat Clarke Bailieborough beat Crosserlough to qualify for the senior championship final on a score of 1-5 to 0-7 at Breffni Park. The two even teams were tied on 1-3 to 0-6 at the interval.

Butlersbridge Carnival opens for a dancing bonanza for three weeks with a monster draw for £10 on the opening night. Mighty Avons Skyrockets Magnificent 7 The Kings Telstar’s Donie Collins Grafton and Jack Ruane will supply the music to the thousands of dancers who will be admitted with a discount of 20% if they check in before 9 o clock from Sunday September 1st to 22nd September 1963. General admission is 5/-.

Death of the very popular well known Kathleen Bell in Dublin. She was daughter of Mr and Mrs James Kelly Connolly Street and for many years she ran the famous ‘Arch Café’ opposite Bridge Street Corner. Her husband Thomas was an architect and engineer with Belfast Corporation. She is survived by one son Ronnie and a daughter Pauline Coffey 3 brothers and 3 sisters. There was a large and representative attendance at the funeral from the Church of the Holy Child Swords Road with burial later in Ballgriffin cemetery.

Dominic Twoomey son of Sergeant and Mrs Twoomey James Mansfield son of Mr and Mrs JP Mansfield County Engineer Rock Cross Jimmy McCormack son of Tommy and Maisie Tullac Mongan and Padraig Goodman son of Frank and Maura Earlsvale Road are awarded scholarships to Saint Patrick’s College Cavan. Jimmy McCormack is the third member of his family to win County Council scholarships as Eamonn and Paddy are already students in Saint Patrick’s College.

September 7^th 1963 Cavan Vintner’s Association lead the outcry at the turning off of the Shantemon water supply at 11 o clock each night. An embattled County Manager Dermot McCarthy tells the Urban Council that the disruption is on account of essential annual cleaning of the filters which are stuffed with algae and this job can only be done when the water is tuned off. Some of the Councillors doubted his word until he produced two samples one filtered and a green gluey substance which was the unfiltered sample. The Council quickly changed their tune. Tenders for the building of 13 houses in Swellan are opened with Eamonn Galligan Ballinagh quoting £33,157 James Bredin and Sons Cavan £28,856 which works out at £2,200 per house . The County Manager remarks that prices have gone up as the 34 houses in Tullac Mongan cost the Council only £38.000 10 years ago..

Owen Roe Hurling Club beat Cootehill 3-00 to 2-2 in a hurling challenge at Breffni Park after Cootehill had led by 2-2 to 1-0 at the interval. Best for Owen Roe were Danny O Kelly Sean Walsh goal S McCormack S Bennett Raymond Carroll Patsy Lee and the Lyons brothers. Brother Cyril was referee.

Noel Cusack Bunnoe is among the first to secure honours in the Inter Certificate at Kilnacrott Abbey.

Cavan Senior Final ends in a crescendo of excitement as Bailieborough and Mullahoran play out a draw 1-6 each. Pat Clarke man of the match rescued Bailieborough with a fantastic goal just 11 minutes from the end and the east Cavan side were on the attack from there until the finish with Mullahoran hanging on to the ropes. Former Mullahoran great Bishop Patrick Moynagh threw in the ball to start a thrilling and exciting final. Tomsie Smith at centre field and John and Jim Brady kept Mullahoran hopes alive with an heroic display of defending as Bailieboro strove might and main to get the winning score. Martin Kelly was by far the best forward on the Bailieboro team and threatened danger every time he gained possession. In a adverse weather conditions Crosserlough beat Maghera 2-11 to 2-2 in the Minor Final which was the curtain raiser at well attended but damp Breffni Park. Crosserlough led by 2-6 to 2-2 at the interval. Scorers for Crosserlough Tony Brady 1-6 Des Boylan 1-0 Mickey /Cusack 0-2 O Brady C Brady and F McKiernan 0-1 each. Referee Fintan Tierney maintained control all through and was a very fair and efficient official.

Cavan Gaels beat Butlersbridge 2-9 to 3-5 in a junior challenge at Breffni Park. Jim Simpson was outstanding in the Cavan Gael's goal while Jim McDonnell Jack McEntee Tony McConnell Jackie Sheridan and Philip Murray were outstanding for the Cavan Gael's Ken Browne Ray Dunne Con Smith starred for the visitors. Scorers Jack McEntee 1-0 Sean Galligan 1-0 Philip Murray 0-5 Jackie Sheridan 0-3 and Tommy Monaghan 0-1.Mickey Walsh Drumalee was an excellent referee.

Philip Fitzsimmons John J Cusack James J O Reilly Oliver Kelly Andrew McEntee Sean Kellegher Raymond Carroll Brendan Harvey are some of the familiar names in Saint Pat’s Inter Cert roll of honour.

Sean Walsh is pictured with his wife May and boatman Willie Hynes after swimming Lough Corrib on Sunday travelling the five miles from Headford to Knock Ferry Quay . Conditions were cold but the lake was calm. Sean’s next swim is an attempt on Galway Bay. He has already swam Lough Sheelin two ways Carlingford Lough and Sean is coached by well known Enniskillen and Belfast swimmer Jack McCelland.

Patrick Lee son of Phil and Ellen Lee Ashe Street is awarded a university scholarship on the results of his leaving certificate at Saint Patrick’s College. Patsy is an outstanding hurler and athlete and is a past pupil of the De La Salle Cavan.

Death of the legendary MJ Canon O Sullivan PP Saint Aloysius Parish Roby Liverpool brother of Kathleen O Sullivan and a native of Ballylongford county Kerry. He was noted as a builder of schools community centres presbyteries and churches and raised over £250, 000 for his building schemes in recent years.

Sympathy is extended to Peter Mullen on the death of his brother in law Garda Sergeant Andrew O Shea Newtownforbes county Longford after a very short illness.

Brenda Scott daughter of Willie and Mrs Scott Moynehall is awarded a Cavan County Council 5 year scholarship to Loreto College Cavan.

Death of Patrick J Kiernan Raheny Dublin. Played with Dublin in 1924, he later played with Cavan in 1925 and was a member of the famous side who just lost to Kerry in the epic semi final of 1925 in Tralee. He won an All Ireland with Dublin in 1924 and later played with Wexford. While stationed in Cavan as a Garda he played with Rory O Moore’s Belturbet. Funeral from Saint Brigid’s Church Killester with burial in Saint Fintan’s Cemetery Sutton where the celebrant was Rev Michael Noonan Saint Mary’s College Knockbeg. He is survived by his wife Brigid sons Patrick Donal and John Kiernan and daughters Mrs E Noonan and Mrs M Lenihan two sisters F Doran and K Hamill.

September 14^th 1963 Rainfall in August 1963 amounted to 4.00 inches on 23 rainy days- heaviest .97 on the 23rd August. Rainfall in August 1962 amounted to 5.05 on 22 rainy days.

His Grace Most Rev Dr John Heenan Archbishop of Liverpool is appointed Archbishop of Westminster. His enthronement will take place on the 27th of September 1963.

Donegal are a bogey team for Cavan as they flop once again 2-8 to 0-5 in the Final of the Dr McKenna Cup in Breffni Park. Donegal’s first ever major trophy, the cup was presented to Sean Ferriter captain after the game by Padraig McFlynn President of the Ulster Council. Donegal led at the interval by 1-4 to Cavan’s 0-3. Outstanding displays by Jack McEntee who was ‘deadly’ from placed balls on his debut Danny Brady Mullahoran John Reilly Cross in goals and Tom Maguire at full back. Ray Carolan Tony Morris acquitted themselves and Pat Clarke was a hard working forward with no support. Cavan played so poorly that PJ O Neill remarks that “Donegal had nothing to beat as Cavan sunk to an undistinguished low”!

Gráinne Blessing Mary Smith Katherine Swarbrigg Teresa McGauran Frances Sullivan Gráinne Boylan are among the honours at Loreto College Cavan Inter Cert results.

Death of well known Cavan Republican Patrick Brady ‘Cavan House’ Quiet unassuming man he was a notable Republican and fought in the War of Independence and later in the Civil War on the Republican side. The house was a well known hide out for gunmen on the run and was raided on a regular basis by both the British Army and RIC. He had a great interest in gaelic games and played with Cavan Slashers in his younger days. Despite the fact that he was an amputee he never let it get him down and Patrick was a familiar figure taking the sun and talking to friends as he sat on the steps of the Cavan House. He is survived by a brother in America aunt nephews nieces relatives and friends. Father PJ McManus officiated at the large and representative funeral from the Cathedral of Saints Patrick and Felim Cavan to Saint Brigid’s Saint Brigid's cemetery Killygarry.

Jimmy Finlay son of James and Rose Finlay 14 Abbey Street is professed a brother of the Third Order Regular of Saint Francis at Annaghdown County Galway. He is now known as Brother Boniface.

Sympathy is extended to Margaret Smith Newsagent Bridge Street on the death of her cousin Eileen Magee a native of Arva in Halifax Yorkshire England.

Cavan Bridge Club N/S Gerry Hunt and PD Maloney E/W Mr and Mrs Cyril Arnold.

Meeting organised for Protestant Hall with a view to forming a Badminton Club in the town.

Cavan Fair very good supply with prices in the horse and pony section down by £2-€3. Cattle yearlings £34-40 two year olds £48-52 three year olds £55-65 springers £50-75 mincers £20-30 working horses £40-45 ponies £35-40 knackers £40-50 donkies £7-15 carrying sows £25-30 bonhams £10-14

The Anglo Celt will increase to six pence from the next issue.

September 21^st 1963 County Manager Dermot McCarthy hooks a trout on Sheelin containing a neatly folded £1 note. Later he caught three more fish weighing from 1 ½ to 3 lbs.

Bishop William Conway at the age of 50 is appointed by Pope Paul VI to succeed Cardinal John Dalton the late Archbishop of Armagh. Outstanding scholar and churchman he will be enthrone in Saint Patrick’s Cathedral Armagh on Wednesday 25th September in a ceremony to be carried live on BBC1 and RTE.

Queen Elizabeth of England is expecting her 4th child 15 years after the birth of son and heir Charles. Princess Anne is now 13.

Bailieboro without Gabriel Kelly married on Saturday and clerical students Felim and Martin Kelly are decisively beaten by Mullahoran 1-10 to 0-3 with gate receipts amounting to £430 in the senior county final at Breffni Park. Mullahoran were without the services of Jim Brady Paddy Smith and Tomsie Smith all clerical students. Mullahoran were a completely different entity in this replay and outclassed the East Cavan side from the start leading by 0-5 to 0-2 at half time. Scorers for Mullahoran Danny Brady 1-0 P Kiernan 0-3 Padraic Harten 0-2 P McGuinness 0-2 and PJ Brady 0-1. In the curtain raiser Butlersbridge beat Mountnuggent 0-11 to 1-6 in the county junior semi final. In a game full of fervour and vigour with great football and combination play from two very evenly matched sides. Butlersbridge led by 0-8 to 0-1 after playing with the strong fresh wind. Gerry Healy was outstanding in goals John Sheanon Terry Smith and Mickey Reilly were rock solid in the full back line. Con Smith gave an exhibition of catching and kicking at midfield ably assisted by the tall mobile youthful Ray Dunne. John Cusack Kevin Smith Ken Browne and Tom Sheridan were always dangerous when they had the ball. Scorers for the Bridge John Cusack 0-6 Tommy Smith Kevin Smith and Tom Sheridan 0-1 each. Referee Phil Brady Castleblayney. Team Gerry Healy Mickey Reilly Terry Smith John Sheanon M Reilly E Reilly Benny Henry Ray Dunne Con Smith Tom Sheridan Kevin Smith Tommy Smith Brian Myles Ken Browne and Johnny Cusack. Subs Eamonn Reilly for Ray Dunne and Dunne for Eamonn Reilly. Butlersbridge will now play Killinkere in the Junior Final on the 29th of September at Breffni Park.

Rev WJ Fletcher is installed as Presbyterian Minister in Cavan after a tumultuous send off from Mount Mellick where he spent the last 25 years. Oliver J Flanagan TD led the tributes to Mr and Mrs Fletcher and family and a party led by Oliver Flanagan travelled from Mount Mellick to attend the installation in Cavan. Oliver Flanagan said that “as prison chaplain in Portlaoise Mr Fletcher’s words of advice and encouragement had set many a young man up for the rest of his life and most of them never strayed again. The Fletchers were popular with all classes and creeds”.

Death of the legendary James ‘Jimmy’ Fitzpatrick of the Mill Rock. For many years Jimmy was Water Works Caretaker with Cavan UDC. He was a wonderful character giving to exaggeration on a grand scale and never caught a fish less than ten pounds weight. He was an outstanding member of the old Foresters Brass and Reed Band and later played the fife with the famous Labour Band. He was an outstanding coarse angler and his company was much sought after in McGinnity’s and before that in John Moore’s. A wonderful story teller he never used foul language to embellish his story and could always deliver the punch line in his own easy going dry humour with telling effect. Keen GAA fan Jimmy witnessed Cavan winning all of their 5 All Ireland titles and travelled all over the country supporting the boys in blue. He was a playing member of Cavan Slashers playing in goals for the town team at the turn of the century. There was a large and representative attendance at the funeral and removal from the Cathedral of Saints Patrick and Felim Cavan to Cullies cemetery with Father PJ McManus officiating.

Apostolic Worker’s exhibition in the Poor Clare Convent will be opened by the Bishop of Kilmore Austin Quinn. The society has been totally overhauled and reorganised in the Diocese and town and now boasts six new branches this year. Forty three sets of altar vestments altar linen etc on display and all will be sent to the foreign missions.

Death of Margaret Smith Francis Street former national teacher in Killycannon NS Lower Lavey. Highly popular she came to live in the town some time ago. She is survived by one brother and two sisters to whom deep sympathy is extended. There was a large and representative attendance at the funeral from Saint Dympna’s Church Upper Lavey to the adjoining cemetery.

Death of Maud Bennett College Street. She was daughter of the late John well known GNR worker. She is survived by a brother and sister.

Howell competition at Cavan Bridge Club is won by Cyril Arnold.

Meeting in the Ulster Arms Hotel Cavan to reform the Saint Louis Monaghan Past Pupils Union.

September 28^th 1963 Muriel Doherty wins the Loreto College Past Pupils Union annual golf competition at County Cavan Golf Club. Kathleen Morgan was the runner up and Margaret English had the best gross. Molly Finegan had the best first 9 and Maureen McDonald won the special prize.

Dublin spring the surprise of the year when defeating Galway to win the All Ireland Senior football Final 1-9 to 0-10. A young Galway team ran Dublin ragged for more than ¾ of the game but did not convert their chances while Dublin every time they gained possession took every opportunity that presented. Scorers for Dublin Mickey Whelan 0-5 John Timmons 0-2 Gerry Davy 1-0 Brian McDonald and Des Ferguson 0-1 each. For Galway Mattie McDonagh 0-5 Cyril Dunne 0-2 John Keenan 0-2 and Seamus Leydon 0-1.

Multi objection by Drumalee to Killinkere who beat them in the county Junior Semi Final delays the playing of the Junior Championship Final against Butlersbridge.

The Dominican Fathers conduct the men and women’s mission in Cavan. Rev Father Pollock OP Bergin and O Brien are the preachers.

Death of Elizabeth Johnston 10 Wolfe Tone Street. She was widow of the well known Patrick Johnston Labour member of Cavan UDC for many years. She was mother of John Johnston well know referee and double All Ireland minor footballer with Cavan. She was extremely popular and very well known over a wide area. She is survived by her sons daughters grandchildren and one great grandchild June Maguire. Father AB McGrath officiated at the extremely large and representative funeral from the Cathedral of Saints Patrick and Felim Cavan to Cullies cemetery.

Cavan Bridge Club President Dr BT Cullen Captain H Carthy Secretary Kathleen Sullivan Treasurer Maureen McDonald. Committee Dermot Morgan Dr PD Maloney Jim Leonard and H Ryan.

Kathleen Keogan daughter of Mr and Mrs Keogan Hibernian Bank will give a beauty consultation and fashion lecture in association with Bri Nylon in the Ulster Arms Hotel next Tuesday immediately after the Mission. Kathleen was educated at Saint Louis Convent in Monaghan where she took the lead role in the annual school musicals. She starred in Patience with Joe Connolly in the 1962 production of Patience by Cavan Musical Society.

Badminton club revived in Cavan with Chairman Norman Cinnamond Secretary Lauri McConnell Treasurer Eamon Loughran. Practice in the Protestant Hall each Tuesday and Thursday from 7-11:30 pm.

Death of the very popular Kathleen Whelan Church Street at Lisdarn Hospital. Native of Drumhanny Mohill county Leitrim, she was a member of one of the best known and highly respected professional families in the midlands. She was ill for some years and bore her sickness with customary courage and fortitude. She was a frequent visitor to the nearby Cathedral of Saints Patrick and Felim Cavan and contributed generously to the construction costs and upkeep of the church. She is survived by her mother 10 brothers and 3 sisters B rigid and Eileen with whom she was in business and Mary Connolly MPSI 58 Main Street. Father AB McGrath officiated at the removal and funeral with burial later in Saint Brigid’s cemetery Killygarry.

October 5^th 1963 Combined TV and radio license is now £5 an increase of £1 while the radio license cost £1-5-0 and increase of five shillings.

According to the members of Cavan Urban Council ‘The town is polluted with beggars’ who are annoying people by calling personally or sitting on the streets begging. If prosecuted they are never punished with the POA being applied on each occasion by District Justice Gilvarry.

Death of Sarah Jane Curran Kilmore in Lisburn. She is survived by her husband sons daughters and a very large circle of friends.

Death of Mary Leatham at Saint Felim’s Hospital. She was widow of Patrick Kilnaglere Butlersbridge. She was very well known and highly respected in the community. There was a large and representative attendance at the funeral in Saint Aidan’s Church with burial later in Saint Aidan’s cemetery.

English anglers Don Stockton and Sam Hotckins take over 3 ½ cwt fish mostly rudd and bream in Killykeen in one day. Bill Harley and Sam Hotckkins took 27 pike in one day during their week long stay in Cavan according to Hugh Gough Secretary Cavan Tourist Association.

Rev Brother Gerald CSSR formerly Gerry Kinsella Saint Peter’s Rectory Toronto Canada. He is son of Edward and Elizabeth nee Reilly Tullac Mongan Cavan and is home on holiday from Canada for six weeks.

October 12^th 1963 After undergoing an operation for prostate cancer Harold McMillan announces his retirement as Prime Minister and leader of the Conservative Party at the annual British Conservative Party Conference in Blackpool. His resignation has been accepted by Queen Elizabeth. The announcement was read to the stunned delegates by Lord Hume.

Hickey’s of Cavan open their super luxurious custom built butcher’s shop on the site of the old Tweedy Acheson’s Main Street Cavan (Manor Chemists). Joseph Hickey a native of Mullingar opened his first butcher’s shop in Cavan in 1900. They are now ironically Cavan’s oldest business in the newest and most up to day premises in the town. Harry J O Connell was the Architect of this superbly designed premises. The cold room is 2.000 cubic feet of cold space which can hold 40 sides of beef and 40 lambs. All the refrigeration was carried out by George F Treacy Phone Cavan 200. Design and painting in Poraflex multicolour by Harry Jenkins and sons ‘Capua’ Swellan Phone 231. The contractors were Smith and Brady building contractors Ballyhaise.

Phil Lee and Paul Caffrey present the long awaited 8 tier objection to Killinkere being awarded the Cavan Junior Semi Final at a packed meeting in the Town Hall. Killinkere were represented by John Sheridan and B Ryan. In a smoke filled side room the meeting dragged on until the early hours but TP O Reilly Chairman having heard all the arguments and counter arguments said that he was satisfied that the result stood and urged the delegates to unite behind the decision to have the county Junior Final between Butlersbridge and Killinkere played immediately.

Sister Mary De Sales Richmond Hill Leeds celebrates the golden jubilee of her profession. She was formerly Annie McCabe Ballyhaise her sister Mary also an Oblate of Mary Immaculate nun celebrated her golden jubilee only last year. They are both sisters of Mrs Margaret Cullen Saint Anne’s Cathedral Road with whom they always spend their holidays.

Michael O Sullivan accountant at the Munster and Leinster Bank is appointed Bank Manager of the branch. Dennis Condon a native of Cork and presently in the Westport branch is promoted to teller at the Cavan branch.

Tony McConnell Parnell Park Navan and son of Jack and Alice McConnell 2 Ashe Street and a clerical officer with Meath County Council passes his final exams as a Secretary of the Institute of Chartered Secretaries of Ireland.

Surgeon Bertie Cullen continues his great form fishing for Ireland in the International at Lough Conn catching the heaviest bag of fish-six trout weighing 3lbs 14 ozs winning the Laverty Cup with Father PJ Gargan 3rd.

Cavan CYMS 1963 President James McCormick Vice Chairman Eamon Malone Treasurer Paddy O Reilly Secretary Sean Galligan Committee Joe O Rourke Benny Cafferty John McCaffrey and Jimmy Finlay.

Cavan Bridge Club N/S Jim Rafter and Jim Leonard E/W Ina Hickey and Maureen McDonald.

Presentation of an inscribed cigarette lighter to Dr PJ Watters from the members of Cavan Red Cross at an enjoyable social in the Ulster Arms Hotel!

October 19^th 1963 President De Velera pays a visit to The Holy Rosary Sisters Killeshandra accompanied by Captain Houlihan his Aide De Comp and Paddy Smith the Minister for Agriculture. He was there to visit his old friend Sister M Coleman who spent 20 years in Nigeria but is suffering from bad health. Benediction was later celebrated in the Convent Chapel where the sisters presented the President with an ivory statue of Our Lady by an African artist as a souvenir of his visit. At a celebratory luncheon best wishes were extended to the President on his 81st birthday.

Death of Kate O Rourke relict of James former Sexton of Saint Aidan’s Butlersbridge. She was known for her piety and extreme charity. She is survived by 4 sons and 4 daughters. Her daughter Sister Mary Vincent OSF was home on holiday for a few weeks and only returned to Illinois last Sunday. Sympathy is extended to his sorrowing family relatives and many friends. There was a large and representative attendance at the funeral from Saint Aidan’s Church to Saint Aidan’s cemetery.

Sympathy is extended to Mrs Michael O Callaghan ‘Sliabh Mhuire’ on the death of her sister Mrs Bridget Smith in Capetown South Africa.

Paddy King a native of Laragh and returning from England to his native county to set up a dental practice pays £3.650 for A H Smith’s Jeweller’s opposite the Farnham Hotel at public auction in the Farnham where PN Smith had carriage and Tom Fitzpatrick acted for the purchaser.

Cavan Bridge N/S Jim Mansfield and Jean McCormick E/W Mr and Mrs H Carthy.

The weather man at Kevitt Castle reports only 2.69 inches of rain on 18 wet days in September 1963 as compared to a more normal 7.38 inches on 23 wet days in September 1962.

A very young looking Sean ‘Dag’ Carroll is pictured at the College of Technology Bolton Street Dublin where PJ Hillery the Minister of Education made a courtesy call to inspect the latest technologies now being utilised in the print media sponsored by the Dublin Vocational Education Committee. Sean is an apprentice printer with Cavan’s Anglo Celt.

October 26^th 1963 Cavan County Council are carrying out major road works on the main Dublin Road incorporating the part of the Green Lake and skirting Brady’s public house at Tierquin.

Cavan scores a creditable 77 in the Tidy Town’s Competition coming second to Fermoy who scored 78 in Category C.

Harvest Thanksgiving Service in Saint John’s Church of Ireland Cavan with Rev JT Carson BA Trinity Presbyterian Church Bangor giving the key address.

Cavan Bridge Club N/S Surgeon Cullen and brother in law Doctor Martin E/W Maureen McDonald and Dermot Morgan.

Lynam’s Dart Club on the corner of Bridge Street and Abbey Street. Chairman Johnny Walsh UDC Vice Chairman M Duffy Secretary C Keogh Treasure Michael Lynam. Committee George Leinster T Murray Paddy Lee Pat Johnston John Johnston Roger Loonam B West and Tommy Walsh.

Death of the legendary Tom Crowe Kilnavara at the age of 62 at his residence. He was a native of Coolbawn Corlesmore and was a member of one of the best known and highly respected families in county Cavan. He was an outstanding footballer with Cavan Slashers and Cavan county team winning a Junior All Ireland in 1927 when Cavan beat Kildare in Breffni Park Cavan. He was a regular on the Cavan team from 1927 and was on the team beaten by Kildare in the All Ireland semi final of 1931. He was an outstanding member of the Cavan panel and when the boy wonder Patsy Lynch Cavan’s full back was injured in the All Ireland Final of 1933. Tom stepped into the breach playing an outstanding part in Cavan and Ulster’s first All Ireland Senior title win. He was a sub again in 1935. He won three county senior medals with Cavan Slashers 1927 1930 and 1931. He toured America with the all conquering Cavan team of 1934. He had a terrific physique and had great loyalty to his club mates being a club man first and county man later. Indeed this loyalty probably cost his the starting place on the county team but he was a wonderful giant to spring from the bench and won many a game for Cavan. He was gentle as a child off the field but fiercesome strong and competitive on the pitch. He was a well known pig dealer throughout the midland known for his decency integrity and good judgement. He was also a farmer and farmed his land at Kilnavara. For some years he operated a highly successful butcher’s shop in Bridge Street before retiring due to pressure of work. He is survived by his six sons Tom Brian Niall Colm Oliver and Derek two daughters Eileen P Smith (Patsy) and Ursula O Dowd Shercock two brothers and four sisters. Cavan Gael's formed a guard of honour walking on both sides of the hearse along with the survivors of the All Ireland winning teams of thirty years ago who carried the coffin into and later out of the church. The Cathedral of Saints Patrick and Felim Cavan was packed to capacity for the funeral Mass with burial later in Cullies.

November 2^nd 1963 Taoiseach Sean Lemass attends celebrations to mark the 40th anniversary of Paddy Smith TD being elected to Dail Eireann in 1923 in the Farnham Hotel. An inscribed silver tray and decanter of Waterford crystal presented to Paddy while his gracious wife was presented with a bouquet of flowers.

The O Gorman children of Eddie and May Gorman publican and auctioneer Upper Main Street and Earlsvale House draw a horse in the Cambridgeshire Sweep winning £40 each for Gregory 6 Marie 7 John Charles 8. The ticket was sold by Hugh McDermott Stradone uncle of Eddie senior’s right hand man Francis McDermott.

First ever Anglo Celt Staff Dance in the Town Hall on Friday 8th November 1963. Music by Mick Delahaunty . Spot prizes every dance, hall tastefully decorated and a record crowd expected.

Cavan Gael’s although a lot younger and lighter outwit and eventually outplay Cornafean in the Senior Divisional Final 3-8 to 2-4 at Breffni Park. The Gael’s led by 1-3 to 1-2 at the interval. Scorers for the Cavan Gael's Terry Smith 1-3 Gerard Carroll 1-2 Philip Murray 0-2 Eamonn Brady 1-0 and Jack McEntee 0-1. Patrick Gaffney was man of the match Hugo Cafferty was immense in defence ably assisted by Tony McConnell and Colm Smith with excellent support from Paddy Duffy and Eamonn McGovern. Jack McEntee and PJ Carroll ensured that the Gael’s held sway at centre field.

Tommy Kelly pictured was the star of the Owen Roe hurling team who beat county champions Cootehill Celtic in the Cavan Hurling League. Tommy is a native of Galway and a well known clerk in Cavan Post Office.

The Smith Group continue to make business headlines throughout the land as Con A Smith continues to add assets and branches to the garage enterprise as well as spearheading industrial development in his native Cavan and Dublin. Con P Smith opened his first garage in Cavan in 1931 he specialised in the Morris and Austin range. He came into his own after World War 2 and succeeded in building up a thriving enterprise. His son Con A joined the firm in 1955 and the rest is history as they embarked on rebuilding Ferguson tractors supplying all of Ireland Britain and even Germany with a high class article at an affordable price. In 1957 they acquired White’s Automobile Company in Ballina which was one of the biggest dealership’s in the West of Ireland. In 1961 the Company re located to Dublin where the company continued to expand building up the biggest network of ESSO and Shell dealerships until now with over 20 branches employing over 750 people. They are importers and assemblers of Renault cars at their plant in Wexford and have branches in Athy Ballina Cavan Castlebar Castleblayney Carrick on Shannon Dundalk Loughrea Limerick Naas Navan Tuam Lucan Chapelizod Dolphin’s Barn Parkgate Street Phibsboro Newland’s Cross and Merrion Road. They specialise in the sale of Renault and Austin products.

Cavan Bridge Club N/S Jim Rafter and Jim Leonard E/W Liam Bogue and Mattie Corcoran.

Kathleen Brady Town Hall Street will give the recital at Cavan Gramophone Club in the Ulster Arms next Tuesday.

Behey Social Club meeting in Behey Hall next Monday at 9 pm.

November 9^th 1963 Siobhan Logue daughter of Anglo Celt staff photographer Jim ‘Flash’ Logue is pictured with a turnip weighing 31 ½ lbs standing 3 foot 7 ½ inches dug by Michael J Dolan Vocational Teacher ‘Sunnyside House’ Snugboro Ballyconnell.

Rainfall was 3.58 inches on 24 wet days in October 1963. The rainfall in October 1962 was only 1.88 inches on 11 rainy days.

Fans throng Middle Abbey Street and O Connell Street following the Beatles’ concerts in the Adelphi Cinema, Cars are overturned and more than a dozen people mostly young girls are rushed to hospital as the Beatles make their escaped in an ‘Evening Herald’ van.

Delay in playing of Junior Championship Final continues as Drumalee carry their protest to the Central Council of the GAA after the Ulster Council upheld the decision of Cavan County Board of GAA to order the playing of the game between the finalists Butlersbridge and Killinkere.

Cavan Show final notice “all monies outstanding or owed to the Society should be forwarded to AM Smith Solicitor Church Street not later than the 15th of November to assist in the winding up of the Association which was first incorporated in 1900”.

Father Joe Dolan assisted by Father PJ Gargan officiates at the visitation and rosary in Saint Brigid's cemetery Killygarry .The Benediction was imparted in the Church to the very large congregation.

Susan Smith age 2 ½ is struck by a car at Connolly Street during the lunch time heavy traffic as she attempted to cross the road. She is daughter of Johnny and Teresa Smith 3 Breffni Terrace and is reported to be slightly improved at Cavan Surgical Hospital.

Cavan Bridge Club N/S Gerry Hunt and Joan O Hanlon E/W Mr and Mrs H Carthy.

Cavan Musical Society commence practicing for their forthcoming Musical Iolanthe in the Poor Clare Convent.

Anglo Celt Dance Committee Chairman John Sharkey Vice Chairman Jimmy McEntee Joint Treasurers Brendan Dunne and Gretta Kerrigan and PRO. Joan Bergin.

November 16^th 1963 Jimmy Bury from Bridge Street is the lucky winner of the special spot prize at the first ever Anglo Celt Dance of a canary in a cage presented by band leader Mick Delahaunty. He is pictured along with his wife Kathleen nee Loonam collecting the prize to the great amusement of the capacity attendance.

Tom Jenkins Saint Phelim’s Place is awarded £1,050 by the High Court for head injuries he sustained in a car crash against Smith’s Garage after the car he was a passenger in crashed into another car at Kilduff Virginia on March 4th 1962. Tom F O Higgins SC and Seamus McKenna SC instructed by Tom Fitzpatrick Solicitor were for the plaintiff.

Famous hand over of the Showground’s to Cavan Gael's who will as part of the agreement allow for the show to be held anytime in the future in their new grounds which will be named after Cavan and Ulster All Ireland footballer Terry Coyle. Pictured are Brendan Dunne Vice Chairman Cavan Gael’s Jimmy Dawson Secretary Show Society Alfred Myles Smith Chairman and Solicitor for Show Benny Cafferty Paddy Conaty Sean Galligan Secretary Cavan Gael’s Maurice Brady Treasurer TM Gilroy Chairman Cavan Gael’s Paddy O Reilly Richard Black Secretary Show Society and Aidan J Timmons NT Joint Treasurer Park Committee.

Cavan a total flop in 1st ever Ulster Under 21 Final played in dreadful weather conditions at Breffni Park Cavan when they are ousted by a much more skilful and determined Donegal side 3-6 to 1-3 with Cavan gifting the visitors two own goals. Cavan led by 1-2 to 1-1 at the interval. Cavan J O Reilly Michael Reilly Jimmy Stafford P Smith Dermot O Grady Ray Carolan Pat Gaffney V McNally Peter Pritchard Jack McEntee Aidan Daly B Comiskey Seamus McMahon Tommy Galligan and Padraic Harten. Subs Philip McMenamin for Padraic Harten.

Fans throng O Connell Street and Middle Abbey Street before and after the Beatle’s concert’s in the Adelphi Cinema . Bedlam as cars are overturned and over a dozen young people mostly girls are rushed to hospital. The Beatles escaped in an ‘Evening Herald’ van.

Little Sisters of the Assumption including Sister Mary Saint Anthony sister of Mrs Nellie Gargan and one of the Smith family Lisduff Maghera and sister Ciaran Linden sister of Kathleen Lovett Oldtown stage a picture show in the Town Hall depicting their work among the poor and destitute will be followed by a short film entitled ‘Mary’. Donations can be sent to the Novitiate in Clondalkin.

Bridge Club N/S Mr and Mrs C Arnold E/W Jim Mansfield and Tommy McCormick.

Exceptionally bad weather reduces the stock for sale at Cavan Fair with all lots selling out completely with plenty of buyers present. Horses were scarce but there was a very good demand. The Government subsidy of £15 for in calf heifers improved prices. Yearlings £30-£37 2 year old £48-52 3 year olds £55-65 milch cows £45-£55 springers £55-75 working horses £40-£45 colts and fillies £40-43 ponies £30-35 bonhams £8-12 per pair donkies £8-12.

November 23^rd 1963 The Melody Aces will supply the music at the first Smith’s Garage staff dance in the Sports Centre.

Saint Vincent De Paul are taking up their annual door to door collection for the poor needy and cold in the Parish.

Cavan Bridge Club N/S Doctor McQuaid and Miss Anne McEneaney E/W Dermot Morgan and Cathy Griffin. Monday’s session N/S Father PJ Gargan and Anne McEneaney E/W Cyril Arnold and Maureen McDonald.

Presentation to Pat Maguire Tullyco President of the Cavan Irish American Society and Thomas Conaty Connolly Street on the occasion of his recent marriage.

The annual Christmas party for the old folks will take place in the new ballroom of the Ulster Arms on January 16th 1964.

A lecture on the origins of Cavan town will be given by Dr Philip O Connell in the Technical School Farnham Street next week.

November 30^th 1963 The world is shocked by the news of the assassination of President John Fitzgerald Kennedy by a lone gunman 24 year old Lee Harvey Oswald in Dallas Texas. The assassin shot the President as he waved to the crowds who gathered to greet him from the fifth floor of a high rise book warehouse in Dallas Texas using a rifle with telescopic sights. The President who was only 46 had been in office two years and ten months. As the motorcade passed through the main business section of the city the President collapsed face down in the car. His wife Jacqueline threw herself over the stricken President crying out aloud ‘Oh No’. The President was rushed to Parkland Hospital but died 25 minutes later. John Connolly Governor of Texas was also hit and was reported to be critically ill in hospital. Later not far from the scene a policeman was shot as he tried to apprehend the suspect. Lyndon Baines Johnston is sworn in as 36th President of the United States on the plane taking the dead President back to Washington. Tributes pour in from all over the world as the world awaits the funeral to Arlington cemetery Washington where Micheal O Hehir will be in charge of the RTE commentary. The Holy Father John XXIII prayed in the Vatican for the repose of the late President’s soul stating ‘the sacrifice of John F Kennedy may advance the cause which he promoted and defended for the freedom of peoples and the peace of the world. We remember a meeting with him and recognised in him a great wisdom and high regard for the wellbeing of mankind’. Shock and disbelief in the streets of every town and city in Ireland as neighbours and friends gathered to mourn ‘The Irish President’ who had such a memorable visit here only last June. The gentle good looking President won the hearts of the Irish nation with his ready smile wit and great presence and ability from the moment he stepped off the plane in Dublin until his departure from Shannon with his words ringing in out ears that ‘He would come back to see Old Shannon’s face once more’. He was the great grandson of a county Wexford emigrant to Boston.

Kevin William Wray age 6 youngest son of James and Mrs Wray Moynehall is struck by a car on the way home from nearby Corlurgan school. He died later at the Surgical Hospital. The family are an extremely well known old Cavan family with Jimmy Porter at the local Ulster Bank. Kevin’s fellow students from Corlurgan school joined in saying the rosary as they marched behind the hearse. Father PJ Gargan officiated at the large and representative funeral in the Cathedral of Saints Patrick and Felim Cavan with burial later in Saint Brigid's cemetery Killygarry.

Brian O Mordha Chairman of Cumann Seanchas Bhreifne presides at the well attended lecture by Dr Philip O Connell on the origins of Cavan town in the well attended Technical School. “It is evident that some of the earliest people inhabited the town and there are signs that the town was indeed inhabited during the Stone Age 2000 BC”.

As a mark of respect to President John F Kennedy the GAA cancels all football games in Ireland for next Sunday while societies and organisations throughout the land cancel all functions with religious ceremonies taking place in all churches of every creed in Ireland. He is the 4th American President to be assassinated following in the footsteps of Abraham Lincoln James A Garfield and William McKinley.

Death of Owen Cusack formerly the Shop Drumalee and latterly Kildare in a Dublin Nursing Home. As well as carrying on a most lucrative grocery and general provisions operation at Drumalee Cross Owen was employed with Cavan County Council as a Rate Collector. He was also a very well known Auctioneer. He is survived by his wife sons and daughters all of whom are very well known in Cavan. Funeral to Dean’s Grange cemetery.

Pictured once again is Sean ‘Dag’ Carroll College Street who will represent Cavan Gael’s in the Juvenile handball final at Cavan when his opponent will be from the Kingscourt Club.

Cavan’s Terry Coyle Park Memorial Committee appeal for funds on a door to door collection in every area in the town. They are reported to have paid the Show Society £1,000 for the old show grounds at Kilnavara. Donations can be sent to TM Gilroy Coleman Road Brendan Dunne Saint Phelim’s Place Maurice Brady Main Street Aidan Timmons Cavan Tommy Hughes Swellan and Sean Galligan Cathedral Road Cavan. First list of donations are published in this week’s issue. Paddy E Gaffney BE Latt £10-10-0 Munster and Leinster Bank £5-5-0 Pat McGovern Connolly Street £5 Joe Crowe Dew Drop Inn and Colm Smith £3 TP O Reilly Solicitor £3 Sean Young Benny Conaty Miss Madge McCabe Michael Connolly Vincent McCaul Pat McDonald £2-2-0 each Ulster Bank £2 Joe Cullivan £2 M Lovett Sean Kelly Tommy O Reilly ‘The Regal’ Paddy Elliott Mick McCabe PJ Ruddy Tommy Kelly Post Office Kathleen Bannon Dermot Morgan James Malone Pat Hourican John O Connor Michael Leddy Leo McAlinden Leitrim Central Council delegate (£1-10-0) Jack Brady ‘Fort View’ Alfred Myles Smith Solicitor MJ Smith Drumalee Paddy Reilly Drumalee Brendan Murray Phil Brady Arva Surgeon Maloney Ray Reilly Phil Donohoe Bert Flood Hughie Maguire Frank Farrell Johnny Donohoe PJ Lee Frank McConnell PJ Galligan Wesley Kennedy Patsy McConnell Bob Henderson Tom McConville Noel Brady Mrs Healy Breffni Café PA Smyth’s Eddie Foster Tommy Conaty Tommy Donohoe Mrs Burke Brian Murphy Sean McCormack Patrick Rennick and Gene Fitzpatrick.

Irish American Society in deep shock on account of the assassination of John Fitzgerald Kennedy President of the USA meet to register their regret at his passing observing two minutes silence before dispersing to their homes.

Cavan Bridge Club N/S Dermot Morgan and Kathleen Sullivan E/W Mr and Mrs M O Sullivan Munster and Leinster Bank.

Ultan O Reilly’s recital in the Ulster Arms for Cavan Gramophone Club is cancelled as a mark of respect to the late President Kennedy.

Cavan CBSI Chairman John O Connor Vice Chairman James Plunkett Saint Felim’s Place Secretary/Treasurer Brendan Dunne Assistant Secretary Teddy McCormack. Committee Brother Ultan Father Torlac O Reilly M/.S Sean Kelly Frank O Keeffe Gerard Carroll Des Lambert Seamus McCormack Aidan Timmons Joe Cullivan and Mel Doherty.

December 7^th 1963 New Technical School for Cavan town as controversary rages over which site will be chosen. At the moment the Council are looking at a 5 ½ acre site adjacent to the New Protestant cemetery on the Dublin Road.

The Government announce that a State Park will be erected in county Wexford adjacent to President Kennedy’s ancestral home at Dunganstown.

The Vatican announce that Pope Paul VI will visit the Holy Land in January 1964 to pray at all the major Christian shrines for Church unity. He will be the first Pope since Saint Peter left Jerusalem almost 2.000 years ago to set foot in the Holy Land. The announcement was made at the closing ceremony of the present section of the Second Vatican Council in Rome.

Death of William Norton former Tanaiste and leader of the Labour Party at his home Merlin Park Ballsbridge. Former General Secretary of the Post Office Worker’s Union for 40 years he resigned as leader of the Labour Party after 23 years at the helm in February 1960.

Kevitt Castle Weather Station report 5.74 inches of rain on 25 wet days in November. The highest was .88 on the 23rd November. The fall in November 1962 was only 1.98 on 11 wet days.

At the annual general meeting of Cavan Angler’s Association the Secretary Sean Young reported that 3,600 trout were caught on Lough Sheelin weighing 4 ton this season. Pictured at the annul dinner are Sean Young Secretary B Smith (Winner of the Mayfly Cup) Maurice Jackson ( winner of the Club Cup) Tommy Smith (winner of the Schoolboy’s Donohoe Cup) Packy Joe Lee (winner of the Jeff White Cup) Mick Crosby (Jackson Cup) Johnny Donohoe Treasurer H Abbott Secretary Derranacragh Angler’s Association Vincent Bartley Chairman Father M J Byrne Laragh Angler’s Club Tom McConville Vice Chairman and Norman Cinnamond Assistant Secretary and winner of the Shoe Supplies Perpetual Cup.

Omagh CBS beat new boys Saint Norbert’s College Kilnacrott 3-3 to 1-3 in the Cardinal Dalton Special Under 18 competition at Pearse Park Ballybay. Saint Norbert’s were much the bigger and stronger outfit but failed to capitalise on their chances while Omagh’s forwards took every opportunity that presented. Best for Saint Norbert’s were Michael and Paddy Cusack Percy Gilchreest P Doris Mel McEvoy Tom Reilly. Scorers Paddy Cusack 3 points and Noel Smith 1 goal.

Cavan defeat Virginia 5-3 in the Cavan and District Badminton League in the Protestant Hall. Next game is against Kingscourt.

Angela Clarke will give the recital at Cavan Gramophone Club next week the 10th December 1963.

After paying fulsome tribute to John F Kennedy 35th President of the USA, Cavan Urban Council adjourn their meeting as a mark of respect to a great leader and statesman. Tom Fitzpatrick said that “John Kennedy like no other man hade striven for the good of all mankind and was a man of peace and freedom for all mankind. He was one of our own and nowhere will his death be felt so deeply as Ireland where he was a symbol of the greatness that our emigrants in the USA have always striven for fair play charity and peace”. He extended his deepest sympathy to his widow Jacqueline and their two children John and Caroline. They have no just lost their President but a husband and father.

December 14^th 1963 Ray and Des Carolan are the stars of the Cross team who won the Junior League final at sparsely attended Breffni Park defeating Ballyconnell First Ulster’s by 1 point 1-4 to 1-3. Cross led by 1-3 to Nil at half time after taking advantage of the gale force wind.

More contributions to the Terry Coyle Park door to door collection being taken up in the town in all areas. Cathedral Road Jimmy Cullen Saint Anne’s Mrs Nance Flynn Molly Soden Jimmy Smith Andy Connell Gortnakesh Frank Connolly Paul Caffrey Drumalee Joe McGovern Mel Keaveney Andy McEntee Brian Stacey Willie Finnegan Owen McGovern Sean Lee Belturbet George Hillis Barney Higgins Dermot Smith Doctor Roy Hayes John Hannigan Barney Brady Jack Smallhorne and Dennis O Keeffe.

Outdoor crib at the Brother’s School. Figures were made by the De La Salle brothers while the Chamber of Commerce are sponsoring the lighting. The effect is quite spectacular when viewed from Town Hall Street with the illumination lighting up the surrounding countryside.

S G O Sullivan will give this week’s recital at Cavan Gramophone Society in the Ulster Arms Hotel.

Anne McEneaney wins the Turkey competition at Cavan Bridge Club with Maureen McDonald 2nd . Mr and Mrs Cyril Arnold are the winners of the Howell competition.

December 21^st 1963 Father A B McGrath opens the new crib at the Brother’s School addressing the large crowd on the meaning and solemnity of Christmas. Father McGrath was assisted by Father PJ McManus. The original idea for the crib came from Tom and Kathleen McKenna Main Street. Liam Bogue cut out the figures which were expertly drawn by member of the De La Salle community and Hughie Boyle Butlersbridge connected the crib into the ESB as part of his job erecting the Christmas lighting for Cavan Chamber of Commerce.

Cavan footballers of 1938 meet for dinner and social in the Ulster Arms. Pictured are Jack and Mary Smallhorne and Patsy Lynch Bailieboro and Dublin full back on the team.

Bit of a blunder by Mick Higgins as he whistles up to end the Senior League Semi Final of 1962 five minutes before time with Cavan Gael’s leading Bailieboro by 3-5 to 1-9. Try as he might Mick could not get the two teams back on the pitch. Virginia Blues are still awaiting the opposition for the 1962 League Final. This was a tremendous game in poor conditions contested by two sporting sides. Gael’s Des Lambert Hugo Cafferty and full back Colm Smith outstanding in the full line. Tony McConnell was the outstanding member of the half back line. PJ Carroll and Mick Ryan were superb at midfield. Terry Smith full forward Paddy Maguire and Phil Murray were the pick of the forwards. The replay will be held shortly.

The famous gaelic football and Irish music family the Browne’s of Butlersbridge are profiled in this week’s Anglo Celt. Seven of the family have played gaelic football for the Bridge including father Michael ‘Mick’ who was an outstanding player with Cavan Slasher’s from 1917 when he was a member of the team that won the Slasher’s second ever Cavan Senior Championship. He assisted Cavan Slasher’s until 1925 winning three county senior championship medals as well as senior league honours. He later joined the local team lining out along with his six sons and played his last game for Butlersbridge in 1949.

Over 450 children meet Santa Claus and receive a Christmas gift at the Christmas tree in the Town Hall. Cavan Boy Scout’s band and the De La Salle band kept the large crowd happy with a delightful selection of seasonal songs and hymns.

For Christmas week the first fall of snow followed by a stiff frost which left roads treacherous for the many people anxious to complete their Christmas shopping.

Death of Martha Dancey Cullies at an advanced age. She was extremely well known and highly respected in the area. She was widow of George Dancey an extensive farmer in the Cullies area. She is survived by two sons and one daughter. There was a capacity attendance at Saint John’s Church of Ireland for the funeral service with burial later in Ballyhaise cemetery.

Cavan Bridge N/S Mr and Mrs H Ryan E/W Mr and Mrs E Roe. Christmas competition 1st Surgeon PD Maloney and George Maloney 2nd Kathleen Sullivan and K Carthy 3rd Mrs M O Sullivan and Mattie Corcoran.

Marion Cusack Drumlark receives her SRN qualification at Liverpool Hospital. She is daughter of Mr and Mrs Owen Cusack Drumlark.

Death of James Donohoe Glencurran Carrickaboy. Survived by his wife sons daughters relatives and many friends. Funeral was large and representative from Saint Matthew’s Drumavaddy to the adjoining cemetery.

December 28^th 1963 Brother Ultan Sherlock a native of Navan and Principal of the De La Salle school celebrates the silver jubilee of his profession. He is pictured with Brother Pius 79 a native of Golden West Cork who celebrated his golden jubilee. Brother Pius is on the staff of Manorhamilton De La Salle school. He is a personal friend of President De Velera having attended Blackrock School together.

Kevin O Rourke son of Teresa and the late Frank O Rourke Market Square is ordained a priest at Saint Columban’s Dalgan Park Navan. He is pictured with his mother Teresa and brothers Joe Charlie and Frank along with his uncle Charlie McGriskin organist in Cavan Cathedral of Saints Patrick and Felim Cavan and director and CEO of the Magnet Cinema. Joe and Charlie flew in from America and Canada for the ordination. Father Kevin said his first Mass in the Cathedral of Saints Patrick and Felim Cavan on Monday last followed by a reception attended by family friends and neighbours in the Farnham Hotel.

Profile of John ‘Spud’ Murphy a native of College Street who recently died in the USA. He played for Cavan from 1923-1927 when he emigrated to America. He took a leading role in the fight for Independence. He lined for Cavan at the official opening of Breffni Park in 1923 and won a Railway Cup medal with Ulster in 1927. He was a leading member of Cavan Slasher’s and was of fine physique and very courageous in the teeth of any adversity or opposition. He was most athletic and extremely humble winning county senior medals with his native town team in 1922 1924 1925 and 1927. He was one of the famous party who took over Cavan RIC Barracks in Ashe Street in 1921. On the foundation of the State he joined the Irish Army and rose to the rank of Sergeant. He emigrated to the USA in 1928. He was son of Mr and Mrs Hugh Murphy College Street and is buried in Valhalla cemetery New York USA.

Cavan Boy Scout’s 7th Christmas Pantomime in Town Hal features ‘Paddy McGinnity’s Boat’ from the 5th -12th of January 1964. Booking at the Regal or Phone Vera Brady’s Fashion Shop Phone 178. Admission 4/- Reserved 3/- and 1/6.

Bishop Quinn celebrates the Midnight Mass in the Cathedral of Saints Patrick and Felim Cavan. Assisted by Fathers Paddy Mallon John O Reilly deacon John Maguire sub deacon and Sean O Reilly master of ceremonies all Saint Patrick’s College. In the gaily decorated Surgical Hospital Father Pat Donohoe celebrated the 9 o clock Mass. Later the patients had a visit from Santa with Mel Doherty John O Connor and many others entertaining them in the afternoon.

Death of Brigid Donlon 26 Saint Patrick’s Terrace at Lisdarn Hospital. She was daughter of Patrick Donlon a distinguished member of Cavan UDC and worked in a number as a Clerk in a number of Cavan Solicitor’s offices and in later years McCarren and Company.. She was extremely popular with her neighbours and took a full part in the organisations in the Cathedral of Saints Patrick and Felim Cavan Her charity and generosity to the poor and destitute were remarkable. She is survived by her brother Paddy sisters relatives friends and neighbours. Funeral was large and representative from the Cathedral of Saints Patrick and Felim Cavan with burial later in Cullies cemetery.

Bishop Quinn celebrates the Midnight Mass in the Cathedral of Saints Patrick and Felim Cavan with Father PJ Gargan celebrating the 8 am Father Ray Brady the 10 am children’s Mass and Father Kevin O Rourke the 11:30 am. Father Joseph Dolan said the 9 am Mass in the Poor Clare Convent.

Christmas trade in the town never hit the records recorded last year and most traders reported that their takings were down. The exceptions were the licensed vintners who had a record Christmas with many visitors home for Christmas. From the customer’s point of view all items in the shops seemed much dearer than last year but there was a greater variety to choose from.

Father Pat Donohoe is home on holiday from the Missions in Korea and travelled home via USA to be joined by his brother Johnny who was last home two years ago. Father Donohoe celebrated the 11:30 Mass on Sunday and has been on the missions for six years. He is a member of the Columban Fathers based at Dalgan Park Navan and will be home for six months vacation.

Many of the resident’s woke from their slumber by the persistent knocking of the front door by the Wren Boy’s on Saint Stephen’s Day. Not as numerous or as musical as in other years with many of them singing dumb dressed in silly dishevelled garbs which was not much value for the stipend expected from the startled householder.

January 4^th 1964 Brendan McMorrow Saint Joseph’s Dromahaire catches the first salmon of the season weighing 12 lbs on Lough Gill just three miles from his home. The fish was caught on a blue and silver Devon within minutes of Brendan arriving by bicycle. The fish was sold by Brendan for £77 or £5-10-0 per lb to John Maloney Lower George’s Street Dun Laoghaire who later that day sold it for an engagement party for £84.

Joseph ‘Joey’ Donohoe is ordained a priest at the Sacred Heart College Moyne Park Galway son of Mr and Mrs Joseph A Donohoe formerly of 59 Main Street and Central Café Bridge Street Cavan and native of Ballyconnell now resident in Bray. Father Joseph will say Mass in the Church of Our Lady of Lourdes Ballyconnell on Tuesday.

Death of Annie Halligan relict of Eddie at her residence Swellan Cavan. Eddie was an employee of CIE. She was extremely well known in the area and was known for her Christian virtue particularly charity and kindness to the poor and less well off in the community. She is survived by her 4 sons 3 daughters relatives and many friends.

Death of John P ‘Sean’ Taggart 57 Church Street at Saint Phelim’s Hospital .The family were the last coach building firm in Cavan and his father Joseph was Chairman of Cavan UDC. Sean joined the Irish Army on its formation in 1923 and later still emigrated to America. He is survived by two brothers Peter and Joseph and three sisters Kathleen Morgan Cavan Rose Fitzpatrick Cootehill and Mrs H Maguire. Father PJ Gargan officiated at the large and representative funeral at the Cathedral of Saints Patrick and Felim Cavan with burial later in Cullies cemetery.

Sister Mercy Matron of Saint Felim’s Hospital returns thanks to the students of Saint Patrick’s College for their visit to the patient’s at Christmas. The boys were accompanied by Santa Claus and Father Torlac O Reilly and distributed sweets and tobacco to the patients and later entertained them with songs and comedy sketches. Thanks to the boys of the De La Salle Band who entertained the patients with stirring selections on their flageolets and also brought presents and gifts for the patients. To Mattie Hand and Stan Mullery for their much appreciated annual film show which was much appreciated and enjoyed by patients and staff alike. Liam Bogue who supplied the Christmas trees to all the wards once again. To Saint Vincent De Paul for their extreme generosity bringing a gift for each patient and supplying delightful comic and musical entertainment over the festive season.

Death of Michael Leddy formerly of Wolfe Tone Street who died in England where he resided for many years. He was brother of John and Peter Leddy Wolfe Tone Street and Mrs L Meehan Cavan. The funeral took place in England.

January 11^th 1964 Pope Paul VI on pilgrimage to the Holy Land for two days. He is the first Pope to visit the Holy Land since Peter left Jerusalem almost two thousand years ago. He is meeting Orthodox Patriarch Athenagoras of Constantinople in a bid to repair the damage done by separation 900 years ago, The Pope was welcomed with full state honours in Jordan and Israel. The pilgrimage is covered extensively by the world media in papers radio and television. In Jordan he was welcomed by King Hussein and is accompanied by a full retinue of church diplomats and media personnel.

Mel Doherty and John O Connor are the outstanding stars of The Boy Scout’s Musical Society Pantomime ‘Paddy McGinnity’s Boat’ in the Town Hall which is being well attended by patrons in excellent weather conditions unlike other years when snow and ice hindered the size of the attendances.

Rainfall in December was amazingly only .63 of an inch which is a record. The next best was in 1926 when only .99 fell. In December 1962 4.97 inches fell. The rainfall for all of 1963 was a modest 34.51 inches the best since 1953.

Outcry over the omission of Charlie Gallagher from the Ulster team holders of the Railway Cup to play Munster in the Railway Cup Semi Final. There are 6 representatives from Ulster Champions Down 3 from Cavan and Donegal and one each from Armagh Fermanagh and Tyrone. Team Seamus Hoare Donegal Gabriel Kelly Cavan Leo Murphy Down Bernard Brady Donegal Dan McCartan Down Tom Maguire Cavan Jim McDonnell Cavan Joe Lennon Down Sean Ferriter Donegal Sean O Neill Down Jim McCartan Down Paddy Doherty Down Jimmy Whan Armagh PT Treacey Fermanagh and Frankie Donnelly Tyrone. Charlie Gallagher is listed among the substitutes.

Cavan UDC Chairman Tom Fitzpatrick publicly opens the tenders for the painting and refurbishment of the Town Hall. Michael J Leddy £359 Harry Jenkins and Sons Swellan £138 with the Manager having included a sum of £150 in the estimates. The job was awarded to the lowest tender.

Jim Hayes and Jim Leonard win the Howell Cup at Cavan Bridge Club.

Old Folks 7th Christmas Party 1964 Chairman Mrs Kathleen Lunn Vice Chairman Peggy Willock Secretary Una Healy Treasurer Maureen Barrett.

Dr Roy Hayes will give the recital next Tuesday at the Gramophone Society’s meeting in the Ulster Arms Hotel.

January 18^th 1964 Patrick Oliver O Reilly Queen’s Park Road Bondi Australia is conferred with his Bachelor of Economics at Sydney University. He is a member of the Australian Institute of Accountants. Paddy is eldest son of Mary Anne nee Ronaghan and the late Patrick ‘Slither’ O Reilly 77 Church Street.

Bombshell for the BBC as Eamonn Andrews leaves them to work for ITV signing a three year contract with ABC . He will continue to do work for BBC radio and of course will continue as Chairman of the RTE Authority.

James Beirne makes his first appearance as the new Cavan Court Clerk at the District Court in the Courthouse where he is welcomed by Justice J P Gilvarry Inspector Michael Bohan on behalf of the Gardai and Tom Fitzpatrick on behalf of the legal profession. All assured Jim of their full co operation and assistance. While Mr O Beirne hoped that he could maintain and foster the harmonious relationship that existed between the District Court’s Office and the court officials.

It’s now official ‘Smoking cigarettes can cause cancer’ following an extensive study in the USA which was released on a Saturday to offset falls in cigarette stocks on Wall Street. The Irish Independent reveals that that the Irish Medical Organisation urged the Government the Department of Health and responsible bodies to take active steps to inform the public of the hazards of cigarette smoking. The IMO concluded that all reasonable steps be taken to discourage cigarette smoking particularly among the younger members of the population should be considered and adopted.

Kilnaleck News. Reps of the late T Cahill Aughawee sell his 14 acre farm and residence to Peter O Dowd Drumkilly for £1,000. The auctioneer was John McBreen Ballyjamesduff.

Untimely death of Danny McMonigle Ballyconnell at the age of 20. Outstanding footballer with Ballyconnell First Ulster’s. He was brother of Dermot McMonigle Earlsvale Road.

Butlersbridge who have qualified for the final of the 1963 Junior Championship hold their AGM in the Hall electing Con Smith as Captain 1964. Con is also Assistant Secretary of Cavan County Board of the GAA. Chairman Tommy Browne Vice Chairman Sean O Hare and M Brady, Secretary Gerry Farrell Treasurers Brendan Farrell and Benny Henry. Committee Fintan Tierney Tommy Myles F Reilly Con Smith Captain Terry Smyth and G McGerty.

Death of Jim Galligan Behey at a young age. For many years he was a saddler with John Igoe and was an outstanding huntsman and horseman. He was a member of the old Cavan Harrier’s Hunt Club who organised the annual races at Killymooney. He was an accomplished musician and was a member of the Drumcrave and Labour band playing the flute. He is survived by his wife and six children and his sister Susan in America. There was a large and representative attendance at the funeral from the Cathedral of Saints Patrick and Felim Cavan with burial later in Saint Brigid's cemetery Killygarry.

Cavan Bridge N/S Tommy McCormick and Jim Mansfield E/W Mr and Mrs H Ryan.

Cavan Fair reports excellent supply of horses but very poor demand. Two year old cattle £55-65 three year old £66-70 milch cows £40-50 springers £50-60 mincers £30-40 knackers £35-45 carrying sows and casseogs £35-40 bonhams £11-15 per pair and working horses£40-50.

January 25^th 1964 Margaret McMahon the 35 year old mother of five children is electrocuted while changing an Infra Red lamp at her home in Mullaghmagavin Stradone. She was tending to new born pigs at the time and efforts to revive her failed. He husband Peter McMahon was later alerted and returned to the farm from Ballyjamesduff Fair which he was attending. Her mother in law hearing the screams for help rushed to the outhouse but she too received electric shocks in her vain effort to rescue her daughter in law who lived with her in the main house.

Irish organisations in the USA in welcoming the Government initiative to erect a memorial park to President John F Kennedy recently assassinated 35th President of the USA have pledged over $100.000 in support for the project in Dunganstown Wexford.

List of Champions for 1963 include Senior Mullahoran Minor Crosserlough and Stradone led by Michael McCarthy are the hurling champions of Cavan in 1963.

County Cavan Handball 1964 Chairman John Reilly Vice Chairman Vivion McEvoy Lacken Secretary Andy Cullen Treasurer John Gilmore .

Death of Joe Bowes Drumaloor who was a jeweller in AH Smith’s 87 Main Street for over 60 years . Rev A Wedlock BA officiated at the large and representative funeral from Drumaloor Parish Church to the adjoining cemetery.

Death of David White ‘Swilly View’ Letterkenny father of Seamus De Faoite Anglo Celt linotype operator and Chairman Cumainn Rinnce an Cabhan. Funeral from Saint Conal’s Letterkenny.

Freedom from Hunger dance in Town Hall with the ever popular Mighty Avons giving their services free results in £90 going to feed the hungry and needy in Africa.

Cavan Association in Dublin President Con P Smith Chairman GP Morris Vice Chairman Frank O Reilly Secretary May McCaul Assistant Secretary Rose Taaffe Treasurer Alf Lynch.

Death of Joe McEntee in Athlone. Brother of Andy former Sport’s Editor of the Anglo Celt for a record 68 years. He was a playing member of the Slasher’s and Celtic GFC. He was uncle of Andy and Jimmy McEntee Anglo Celt. He was a linotype operator in the Athlone Printing Works and learned the trade in the Anglo Celt. He is survived by his wife Mrs S McEntee and 1 son Gerard. There was a large representative crowd travelled from Cavan for the funeral in Athlone.

February 1^st 1964 Presentation to Michael Rice who has been at the Cavan Depot of ESSO for 40 years. He is a keen gardener and a member of Clones Dramatic Society. Served in Monaghan and Clones before coming to Cavan and is a native of Athlone.

All outgoing officers are re elected at the County Cavan GAA Convention in the Courthouse. Chairman TP O Reilly Vice Chairman Micheal O Donohoe Virginia Secretary Hughie Smith Assistant Secretary Con Smith Registrar Jack McConnell Treasurer Paddy Donohoe. Central Council Patsy Lynch who won on a vote of 75 to 38 for Simon Deignan. AJ O Brien topped the poll for delegates to the Ulster Council with 109 votes Sean Moriarity Ballinagh 102 and TC Maguire Bawnboy 72 were also elected as Andy O Brien takes over Treasurer of the Ulster Council this year.

Cavan Gaels Chairman Paddy Conaty Vice Chairman Tommy M Gilroy Secretary Sean Galligan Assistant Secretary Tommy Hughes Treasurer Maurice Brady and Representative on Cavan GAA Tommy Gilroy . Committee Benny Cafferty Timmy Murphy Eugene Monahan Jack Smallhorne Father PJ Gargan Paddy O Reilly and Teddy McCormack. Senior team captain Eamonn McGovern and Sean Galligan Junior.

Tommy ‘Dickie’ Smith beats Paddy O Reilly to win the Father PJ Gargan Cup after a thrilling encounter at Cavan CYMS. Photograph shows the finalists and Father Gargan presenting the cup.

Cavan Parochial week tea party with Jack Binchey as MC. The entertainment was provided by the Girl’s Club with their top of the charts block buster and over 300 attended. Father Joseph Dolan Adm returned thanks to all who contributed to a memorable day.

Over 100 attend the AGM of Cumainn Rinnce an Cabhan in the Rival’s Inn Railway Road. Presidents Dr Brian Galligan and Brian Coleman Vice President Michael O Callaghan and Patrick Woods. Chairman Seamus De Faoite Vice Chairman Sergeant Michael Twoomey Treasurer Patrick Carroll and Secretary Kathleen Lyons. Committee Patsy Maloney SRN Mel Doherty John Reilly Benny Hannigan Sarsfield Donohoe Sean Sharkey Tommie McDonnell and Seamus Fay Drumconnick.

Dr Ghatalia will give the recital at Cavan Gramophone Society in the Ulster Arms.

Cavan Bridge Club N/S Maura Cullen and Kathleen Brady E/W Maureen McDonald and Ina Hickey.

February 8^th 1964 Gerard M Lovett is elected President of the Vocational Teacher’s Association of Ireland on a fact finding mission to Germany and Sweden to study apprenticeship training and retraining. Both Germany and Sweden have zero emigration while here in Ireland the rate of emigration to both USA and Britain continues to soar.

Maura Finegan 17 a pupil at Cavan Vocational School and a native of Banahoo wins the National Junior Cup for brown bread baking sponsored by the ESB. Maura was presented with her prizes an electric kettle £8 and an inscribed shield for the school.

The Beatles who are the newest phenomenon on the ever changing pop world gross £6 ¼ million in record sales last year –an amazing £500,000 per month. Their record company EMI reported that they are popular nearly everywhere apart from Germany and Italy and they will break into that market shortly.

Proposed site on the Dublin Road for the new super Technical School is owned by the representatives of Vincent Cullen Saint Anne’s Cathedral Road. It comprises 10 acres on 4 fields adjoining the New Protestant cemetery.

Butlersbridge draw with Stradone in the semi final of the Cavan Junior League at Breffni Park 2-7 to 0-13 after Stradone aided by the gale force wind led by 2-5 to 0-1 at the interval. Mick McCarthy scored a fantastic point from a 35 yard free to earn Stradone a replay just on full time.

Lynam’s Dart Club (corner of Bridge Street and Abbey Street) hosts the AGM of the newly formed Cavan Dart’s League. Chairman Jack Caulfield ‘Yukon Bar’ Belturbet Secretary Chris Kavanagh Vice Chairman Seamus McCormack Committee Barney Connolly Leo Morton P Reilly H Beatty V Reilly Frank Nannery V Kelly Tommy Murray and S O Neill.

Second shipment of electrical transformers to Bavaria from Cavan Engineering. The first shipment left last week on the ‘City of Cork’ ship headed for Germany. There are now just over 40 Irish workers employed at Cavan Engineering with 2 German instructors . The factory will eventually be four times the present size and employ 150 people by the end of the year.

Cavan take on Trinity College in a hurling challenge as a curtain raiser to Cavan V Mayo in the National League at Breffni Park.

Death of Mary Ann Smith 11 Breffni Terrace at the age of 89. She was very well known deeply religious person and she was unlucky to break her hip just twelve months ago. She was widow of Francis Smith who died some years ago. Father PJ Gargan officiated at the well attended representative funeral in the Cathedral of Saints Patrick and Felim Cavan with burial later in Cullies cemetery.

Recent winners at the well contested CYMS snooker tournament in the ‘Hut’. Michael Breslin Andy Murray Kieran Cullivan Hughie Cosgrove Jackie Murphy Dickie Smith and Seamus McCormack.

‘Paddy McGinnity’s Boat’ makes a welcome appearance at Cavan’s Saint Phelim’s Hospital with Eamonn Brady on the drums and Eileen Morgan on the piano. Stan Mullery and Mattie Hand also turned up with their most appreciated annual film show much to the delight of patients and staff.

Liam Bogue is the new Captain at County Cavan Golf Club where the President is Surgeon Bertie Cullen Treasurer Seamus Fox Secretary Jack Binchey Assistant Secretary Dermot Morgan Committee Tommy Aylmer Jack Brady Louis Blessing Philip Cullivan Paddy Fleming Tom C Hickey Owen McGovern Edward O Hanlon WP O Hanlon and Dr FPE Smith.

Untimely death of Patrick McDermott in Birmingham England. He was son of Mary Jane and the late Patrick late of Creighan Terrace Cavan. He is survived by his mother brothers Phil Michael John Thomas and Hugh and sister Minnie. Funeral took place in England.

February 15^th 1964 Inquest into the death of Margaret McMahon concludes that death was due to electrocution which could have been avoided if a proper installation was performed by a qualified electrician. The response to the accident was wholly inadequate as Mrs McMahon could possibly have been revived with mouth to mouth resuscitation.

Smith’s Garage hold their annual dinner dance in the Sheelin Shamrock Hotel Crover with Eamonn McCabe Manager making the keynote speech.

Death of one of Cavan’s most respected citizens Thomas ‘Tommy’ McDonnell 16 Farnham Street. He was a very well known building contractor with no job too big or too small and finished to a very high specification. He was a native of Bunnoe and was extremely religious taking a full part in the sodalities and organisations attached to the Cathedral of Saints Patrick and Felim Cavan. He is survived by his wife and daughters Miriam Whelan married only 1 week ago Carmel and Beryl. Funeral was very large and representative from the Cathedral of Saints Patrick and Felim Cavan with burial later in Saint Brigid's cemetery Killygarry.

Paddy and Kay McNamara recently married are the recipients of a presentation at the 6th annual Cavan Gael’s dinner dance. Tommy Gilroy spoke about the Gael’s ambitious plans for the Terry Coyle Park and the fundraising drive through their popular weekly Bingo session in the Town Hall. Andy O Brien was the star of the show with his witty anecdotes and yarns that had the entire audience in stitches of laughter!

Cavan finish level with TCD 2-2 each at the end of an exciting hurling encounter at Breffni Park. Trinity led by 1-2 to 0-1 at the interval. Paddy Lyons was superb with great support from Seamus McCormack Jim Muldowney and Tony Fahy. Cavan Paddy Lyons Seamus McCormack J Muldowney Tommy Foy JJ Farrelly Mick McCarthy Man of the Match J McGovern JJ O Reilly L Carolan W Dunne Jimmy O Donnell Brian Sherlock J Swann and B Barry. Subs Colm Smith Michael Rafferty and L Griffin.

Cavan Boy Scout’s hit musical ‘Paddy McGinnity’s Boat’ takes to the stage at Saint Anthony’s Hall Merchant’s Quay Dublin under the auspices of the Cavan Association in Dublin on Sunday March 1st 1964.

Sixteen dogs and many beaters manage to kill three foxes in the general Farnham/Kilmore area in a drive sponsored by Cavan Dog and Gun Club.

Cavan Bridge N/S Dermot Morgan and Jim Beirne E/W Mr and Mrs H Ryan.

Cavan CYMS Snooker 1964 John McCaffrey beat Michael Murray Tommy Cullivan beat Patrick Maguire Eamonn McCormack beat his brother Jimmy McCormack Paddy O Reilly beat John ‘Ton’ Doonan Brian Finlay beat Sean McManus.

Angela Clarke will give the recital at the Cavan Gramophone Society in the Ulster Arms.

Prices at Cavan’s well attended Fair similar to last month. Yearlings £36-40. Two Year olds £50-60. Springers £55-65, milking cows £45-50 mincers £35-40 working horses £45-50 ponies £30-35 colts and fillies £45-50 carrying sows £35-45 bonhams £10-14 per pair.

Cavan’s oldest resident Bridget Fitzpatrick celebrates her 101st Birthday at the home of her daughter Eileen Dolehan Cavanagh Ballyconnell. She was second eldest of a family of nine of Mr and Mrs J Keating Kilnaglere Belturbet. Her mother was from the Boyle area of county Roscommon and her father worked as carpenter. She lived through the age of the stage coach the railways and now the private car era. Her staple diet was plain milk fish porridge boxty and whole wheat bread.

Only 2.02 inches of rain fell in January 1964 compared to 7.17 in January 1963.

February 22^nd 1964 Driving licenses will be introduced from March 17th next and no new person may take to the road after that date without undergoing a test and securing first a provisional license.

Butlersbridge beat Stradone 3-6 to 3-4 to qualify for the Junior League Final where they will meet Killinkere who are also their opponents in the 1963 Junior Championship Final delayed because of a series of objections by Drumalee GFC who were defeated in the Semi Final by Killinkere. Ken Browne was the Butlersbridge ace with goals in each half. He was ably assisted by Con Smith at centre field. The Bridge led by 2-2 to Stradone’s 0-3 at half time with Phil ‘Gunner’ Brady Castleblayney the referee.

Ladie’s Golf AGM at County Cavan Golf Club President Dorie Smith Captain Connie McEntee Secretary Una Smith Treasurer Joan O Hanlon Match Secretary Carmel McDonald Handicap Secretary Kathleen Morgan

Death of William Shanaghy late of Lacken Ballinagh at his residence in Lisdarn Cavan. Prominent footballer with Lacken Celtic GFC. Father of Sister Pelagia Joseph CP Fleetwood England and he is also survived by his sons and daughters. Funeral from a well attended representative Cathedral of Saints Patrick and Felim Cavan to Potahee cemetery.

Death of Brigid Meehan late of 17 College Street . She was a native Alackan and came to live in the town some years ago . She was extremely popular and a very good neighbour practicing Christian virtue at all times. There was a large and representative attendance at the Cathedral of Saints Patrick and Felim Cavan to Saint Brigid's cemetery Killygarry .

Cavan Bridge Mr and Mrs H Carthy E/W Jim Mansfield and Tommy McCormick.

Cavan Musical Society will not present an opera this year but may do so next year if they can muster the necessary support.

Cavan CYMS Snooker Jimmy Finlay beat Benny Cafferty Jim Fay beat Paddy McCormack and Sean Galligan beat Gene McCusker.

February 29^th 1964 The farm and residence belonging to John Morris who has retired and situated at Lisdarn is sold to well known business man Thomas Tierney from Ballinlough county Meath. He owns the ‘Half Way House’ pub in Ballinlough and quarry and carpentry at Main Street Belturbet. Sale was conducted by PJ O Reilly Sean Kelly had carriage and the auction took place in the Farnham Hotel.

Mike Duggan of Ballyhaise is tipped for the Cavan county team as he continues to turn in outstanding displays for his native Ballyhaise and Cavan Juniors. Mike is returning after a lengthy lay off due to injury and starred for Cavan in their bad tempered hard hitting win 1-8 to 1-5 against Antrim at Breffni Park.

Gabriel Kelly is Cavan’s only representative on ‘ The Cuchullain Press All Stars team for 1963. Team Andy Phillips Wicklow Gabriel Kelly Cavan Noel Tierney Galway Pat Connolly Kildare Sean Murphy Kerry Paddy Holden Dublin Martin Newell Galway Mick Garrett Galway Des Foley Dublin Sean O Neill Down Mickey Whelan Dublin Tommy Browne Laois Jimmy Whan Armagh Tom Long Kerry and Pat Donnellan Galway. The selectors were Mick Higgins Cavan Sean Purcell Galway Seamus Murphy Kerry Paddy O Brien Meath and Sean Og O Ceallacain Dublin.

£152 Prize Fund at Cavan Gael’s Bingo in the Town Hall. £55 snowball with £25 must be won .”If you are poor Bingo can make you rich. If you are rich Bingo can make you richer”!

Johnny Goldrick Railway Road Killeshandra catches the first trout of the season a 9 lbs beauty at Monery on the Rive Erne.

March 6^th 1964 Bonfires on every hill around Butlersbridge as the returning heroes carry into the Bridge their first ever Junior Championship trophy after failing to Bailieboro in 1919 and again in 1952 against the superb Cootehill team powered by Brian and Charlie Gallagher. They beat Killinkere in the long delayed final by 3-5 to 0-8 in a brilliant display of attacking football in the second half. After a very shaky first half when Killinkere were the more dominant force the Bridge were lucky to be even at 1-2 to the Bridge’s 0-5. Killinkere were ahead after only 30 seconds with Jimmy Smith pointing followed by a Jimmy Stafford point. Con Smith sent a speculative high ball to the square and when Ken Browne caught it he swivelled quickly to send a great shot to the back of the Killinkere goal. The Bridge added two more points to lead 1-2 to 0-2 but Killinkere pulled themselves back into the game with 3 unanswered points before half time. At halftime Sean O Hare and his selectors stayed ice cool and switched Kevin Smith to midfield and sent brother Con to the lacklustre forward line where he added great verve speed and dash to the Bridge attack while Kevin reigned supreme at midfield. Francie Reilly at centre half back was immense for the Bridge throughout the hour. It was from his clearance that Con Smith appeared from nowhere to crash a great goal to the net and give the lead to Butlersbridge from where they were never headed. Then the goal of the year from young Eamonn Reilly who troubled the Killinkere defence from start to finish with his lightening speed and movement followed by a point from Ken Browne threatened to swamp Killinkere. Team Gerry Healy Mickey Reilly Terry Smyth Captain J Brogan Michael Reilly Francie Reilly John Sheanon Con Smith Brian Myles Tom Sheridan Kevin Smith Tommy Smyth Johnny Cusack Ken Browne and Eamonn Reilly who only gained his place as a result of Ray Dunne a clerical student in Saint Patrick’s College Maynooth not being available to play. Pictured on the coveted player’s page are Ken Browne John Sheanon and Brian Myles all stars for the Bridge. Terry Smith is pictured in jubilant mood holding the cup aloft after receiving it from TP O Reilly Chairman Cavan County Board. Phil ‘Gunner’ Brady Castleblayney was an excellent referee who let the game ebb and flow to its conclusion. Brothers in the Butlersbridge team included Francie Michael and Eamonn Reilly Con and Kevin Smith Terry Captain and brother Tommy. Con Smith and Ken Browne were members of the team beaten by Cootehill in 1952.

There are now 236 blind persons in county Cavan while the home support recorded 1,031 visits during the year. 31 radios were supplied and the home support team recorded over 900 miles in travel throughout the county teaching Braille and home crafts to the visually challenged. All the radios are maintained and serviced to a high standard by Paddy Smyth Service Manager with Smyth’s Electrical 60 Main Street Cavan.

Cavan Bridge N/S Mr and Mrs M O Sullivan E/W Jim Leonard and Jim Rafter. The Cullen Cup Cavan Open competition will take place this year in the new ballroom of the Ulster Arms Hotel.

Cavan CYMS snooker competition continues with Tommy Hughes beating hot favourite Tommy ‘Dickie’ Smith Jim Fay beat John McCaffrey while in a sizzling encounter Mickey Breslin won on the black ball from a very gallant Hughie Cosgrove.

Tommy Sheridan Sub Post Office Upper Main Street is rewarded with a silver medal for his outstanding record of safe driving for CIE at an enjoyable function in Dundalk. He is a very prominent Cavan handballer and administrator.

March 13^th 1964 Mick Higgins is appointed team manager of the Cavan senior footballers in an effort to redeem the county’s ailing fortunes and reputation after a series of recent catastrophic results. He will be in charge of team selection along with a selection committee and will have the sole right to alter the team during a game. Mick is the holder of three All Ireland medals won with Cavan in 1947 1948 and 1952 when he captained the side to its last Sam Maguire success.

Mr and Mrs W O Farrell Longford are the winners of the prestigious Cullen Cup at Cavan Bridge Club. Pictured after the record breaking tournament in the new Ulster Arms ballroom is H Carthy Captain Mr and Mrs W O Farrell Longford winners Mrs Maura Cullen presenting the BT Cullen Cup and Eithne Behan President of the Contract Bridge Association of Ireland.

Abbey CBS beat Saint Patrick’s College Cavan 3-8 to 2-5 in the McRory Cup final at damp and overcast Emmett Park Carrickmacross. Led by Down county man Val Kane their speed and thrust up front was far too much for the Cavan side who trailed at the interval by 2-5 to a goal scored by ace forward John Smith. Before a large attendance Cavan struck back in the 3rd quarter but only John Smith of the Saint Pat’s attack looked dangerous. Raymond Carroll S Cassidy and O Brady John Smith and A Clerkin of the Cavan side were outstanding and although badly beaten never stopped trying their best. J Martin of Omagh was an excellent referee of a game which was easy to control and never got to boiling point.

Cavan Boy Scout’s hit the jackpot with their hit musical ‘Paddy McGinnity’s Boat’ attracting a capacity crowd to the 1,600 seater Saint Anthony’s Hall Dublin which was the first venture of the Society in Dublin sponsored by the Cavan Association in Dublin.

Death of Frank Buchanan son of James and Mrs Buchanan Bridge Street in New York. He was brother of the late great Father Willie Buchanan former Musical Director Cavan Cathedral of Saints Patrick and Felim Cavan. He emigrated in 1907. He was brother of Vincent Wolfe Tone Street and Annie Buchanan Belfast. He leaves a wife and 3 daughters in New York.

Death of Sadie Smith Drumalee. Very popular well known citizen she was known for her Christian virtue and charity in assisting the poor and deprived in the community. She was wife of the late Philip Smith ex RIC. She is survived by her sons and daughter. There was a very large and representative attendance at the funeral from the Cathedral of Saints Patrick and Felim Cavan with burial later in Cullies cemetery.

Cavan Bridge Mr and Mrs C Arnold Maureen Hunt and Joan O Hanlon with Jim Beirne and Surgeon PD Maloney winning the Howell Cup competition run in conjunction with the Cullen Cup.

Cumainn Rinnce an Cabhan will dance at various vantage points in Cavan town on Saint Patrick’s morning before heading for the Saint Patrick’s Day parade in Maguiresbridge in county Fermanagh.

Sympathy is extended to WJ Flannery Farnham Street on the death of his brother Vice Admiral Alfred Edward Flannery late of Knockbride. He was younger son of Rev Canon William Flannery and was born in 1907. He qualified as a doctor in the Royal College of Surgeon’s Dublin in 1929. He served in the British Navy in World War 2 and was noted for his extreme courage and bravery being mentioned in despatches on several occasions. He was an Honary Physician to Queen Elizabeth 2. Served in Malta Narvaic and Solerno and was decorated for his bravery and courage in the face of enemy fire. In 1921 he captained Saint Andrew’s College Dublin to their one and only Leinster Senior Rugby up. He leaves a widow two sons and three daughters and was brother of WJ Flannery Farnham Street Cavan.

Film show sponsored by the newly formed Parochial Youth Club in Saint Augustine’s Hall with tea served at the interval.

March 20^th 1964 Ulster retain the Railway Cup beating Leinster 3-7 to 2-9 in a thrilling well contested final at Croke Park on Saint Patrick’s Day. While Munster beat Leinster 0-12 to 1-9 in the pipe opening Hurling Final. There was never more than a kick of a ball between the two sides in the football encounter with Ulster leading at half time after enjoying the benefit of the strong wind by 0-7 to 0-2. Des Foley who also played in the hurling decider wrested control of midfield in the second half and Leinster got enough chances to easily win the game but in the end the sharper Ulster forwards were just too good for a pedestrian Leinster defence. Ulster team Seamus Hoare Gabriel Kelly Leo Murphy Bernard Brady Dan McCartan Tom Maguire Jim McDonnell Joe Lennon Sean Ferriter Sean O Neill James McCartan Paddy Doherty Jimmy Whan PT Treacey and Frank Donnolly Tyrone. Subs Charlie Gallagher for Frankie Donnolly Jodie O Neill Tyrone for Joe Lennon.

Gritty Cavan performance in hard hitting well contested League quarter final at Pairc Tailteann Navan before a capacity attendance of 15,000 beats off Meath by 3-10 to 2-4. The gates were locked just after the start of the game with thousands still locked out who decided to gain entry by kicking down the gates. Cavan were actually leading by a massive 14 points with five minutes to go but Meath got in for 2 late goals after Cavan had taken their foot off the accelerator. Fierce some shoulder to shoulder charges where Cavan gave as good as they got and cleared their lines with long kicking. Scorers for Cavan were Charlie Gallagher 0-8 Mattie Cahill 2-1 and Jimmy O Donnell 1-1. Meath replied per D Carthy 1-3 P Mulvaney 1-0 and Gerry Cromwell 0-2. Cavan PJ O Gorman Gabriel Kelly Dessie Carolan Tony Morris Frankie Kennedy Tom Maguire Jim McDonnell Captain Jimmy Stafford Ray Carolan John Joe O Reilly Hugh Barney O Donohoe Charlie Gallagher Mattie Cahill and Seamus McMahon.

Paddy Fleming is elected Secretary County Cavan Golf Club in succession to Jack Brady ‘Fort View’ Farnham Road.

Bishop Quinn celebrates the 11:30 Solemn High Mass on Saint Patrick’s Day in the Cathedral of Saints Patrick and Felim Cavan while the deacon was Father Felim McGovern sub deacon Father PJ McManus and MC Father PJ Gargan. Rev AB McGrath who celebrated the 10 am Mass was on the organ with music by the Cathedral Choir.

Liam Bogue and Mattie Corcoran win the Captain’s H Carty’s Prize at Cavan Bridge Club while E/W was Mrs H Ryan and Mrs Jim Burke.

Roger Loonam Emmett Place is the latest angler to land an impressive brown trout on the River Erne landing the beautiful specimen at Rann.

Angler’s Club Chairman Tom McConville Vice Chairman Norman Cinnamond Secretary Sean Young Treasurer Johnny Donohoe.

Cavan CYMS third round of snooker competition. Tommy Hughes beat Seamus McCormack 4th round Tommy Hughes beat Jim Fay and the final is now between the in form Mickey Breslin and Tommy Hughes.

First ever Alcoholics Anonymous meeting in Cavan at the ‘Rival’s Inn’ Coleman Road. The organisation was founded in 1935 by two American’s Bill a stockbroker and Bob a medical doctor who were both addicted to alcohol. First group in Europe founded in Dublin in 1946 and now the organisation have 60 groups in Ireland which are open to all. Their members include clergy of all denominations doctors health professionals and all spheres of society who have heavy drinking problems and in turn helping themselves and others.

Mary Flanagan of the Pioneer Players Navan wins the gold medal as the best actress at Cavan Drama Festival.

Palm Sunday Procession is pictured making its way past the Surgical Hospital in Church Street before diverting down Ashe Street and back to the Cathedral of Saints Patrick and Felim Cavan. In picture are Bishop Quinn accompanied by the Boy Scouts carrying palm, the children of Mary and Fathers PJ Gargan and PJ McManus.

Drumalee show their potential as a potent force when they hammer Cavan Gael's 4-10 to 2-2 in the first round of the Junior League at Breffni Park. Donie Fay Michael Smith and Paddy Lyons had a field day scoring at will from every opportunity. In the Cavan Gael's goal recently married Paddy McNamara was very busy saving shot after shot and was in no way to blame for the four which passed him. Brendan Keaney and Des Lambert were sound in the full back line Tony McConnell outstanding at centre half. Joe Connolly was always dangerous and scored the Gael’s consolation goal with excellent support from a very busy Jackie Sheridan and Larry Ready. Drumalee had no weak links and looked a team of all the talents. Noel Donohoe Andy O Connell Tommy Molloy Donie Fay and Micheal Greenan were outstanding.

Strand Players Dublin win the Dr Lyons Cup and Section A at Cavan Drama Festival with ‘Ring Around the Moon’ with Producer Aíne O Driscoll best producer. The Hugh Lee Cup was won by Mountnuggent with the ‘Man from Cline’. The AOH Cup was won by Prosperous Drama Group Naas. Mary Flanagan who starred as Breda in ‘Honeysuckle’ and Bill Gouldin Strand Players starring as Hugo in ‘Ring Around the Moon’ were voted the best actress and actor of the festival. The prizes were presented in a packed Town Hall by Father Joe Dolan Adm President of the Festival committee.

As expected by the pundits Mickey Breslin beats Tommy Hughes in the Connolly Cup Snooker Final at Cavan CYMS.

Death of Kathleen Marron Cathedral Road. She was one of the famous Marron family who were all outstanding singers and actors taking a full part in the activities of the Choral Societies and Cathedral Choir. She spent some year in America before returning to spend her retirement years in her native Cavan. She was born in Connolly Street where her parents ran a very successful pub business later taken over by Benny Conaty. She is survived by one sister in America nieces and nephews. There was a very large and representative attendance at the funeral in the Cathedral of Saints Patrick and Felim Cavan with burial later in Cullies cemetery.

Meeting called for side room Town Hall with a view to forming a youth club in Cavan catering for both indoor and outdoor pursuits.

Cavan Bridge N/S PD Maloney and AG Hunt E/W Mr and Mrs O Sullivan.

“ Andrew Breslin Self Drive Cars and Caravans Phone Cavan 209.”

The Old Mill Bar and Lounge re opens this weekend after extensive renovations. All drinks served in top class condition. Under personal management of Walter Ball.

March 28^th 1964 Easter commemoration honours Captain Michael O Reilly at IRA memorial service at Killoughter where Mary Brady former Clann Na Poblachta Chairman of Cavan UDC led the recitation of the rosary. Sean O Bradaigh Longford and Paddy Duffy Cavan County Council Sinn Fein member were also in attendance.

Brendan Behan the angry man of Irish literature dies in the Meath Hospital on March 20th 1964 following a stroke on Saint Patrick’s Day. His wife Beatrice and brother Rory were at his bedside and his father had just left the building. Only 41 he had been in poor health for sometime as a result of his heavy drinking and wild lifestyle. He suffered complications from diabetes and jaundice. House painter poet revolutionary and true blue Dublin character Behan sprang to fame with his play the ‘Quare Fella’ based on his experiences in jail in Britain during the 1940s –it ran fro six months at the Pike Theatre Dublin in 1956. Produced by Joan Littlewood it transferred to the Theatre Royal in Stratford and brought Behan international fame. He followed up with ‘The Hostage’ in 1957 a year that saw the publication of his autobiographical novel ‘The Borstal Boy’. Brendan was to find fame difficult to deal with and his life became increasingly erratic.

Sean Brady son of Andrew and Mrs Brady Drumcalpin Mountain Lodge Cootehill in the Parish of Laragh and Kevin Mullen son of Mr and Mrs MJ Mullen Mountnuggent are ordained priests in Rome. Father Sean will serve in the Diocese of Kilmore while Father Kevin will minister in the Diocese of Rosepoint USA.

Government forces pursue the rebels in bloody battle scenes in Vietnam near the Cambodian border where many innocent children were just run over by Government tanks.

April 4^th 1964 Oliver Moran Minister for Lands opens the new ‘Seven Horseshoes Hotel ‘ in Belturbet.

Bishop Quinn presides at the Solemn Pontifical High Mass for the blessing of the oils in the Cathedral of Saints Patrick and Felim Cavan. Deacon was Father Patrick Mallon sub deacon Father James Carroll and MC Father Terry McManus. Father Joe Dolan celebrated the Mass of the Last Supper deacon was Father Sean O Reilly sub deacon Father Pat Brady and MC Father Augustine Leydon. The Passion on Good Friday was chanted by Fathers AB McGrath Torlac O Reilly and Dan Gallogly with MC Father PJ Gargan. On Easter Saturday night the Vigil Mass was celebrated by His Lordship Bishop Quinn assisted by Father Felim McGovern Father Torlac was deacon Dan Gallogly sub deacon and MC Father PJ Gargan. The blessing of the Paschal fire renewal of baptismal vows etc was directed by Father Joe Dolan Adm, the commentator was Father PJ McManus while the sacred music was sung by the Cathedral choir and Father ABC McGrath was director and played the organ. On Easter Sunday morning Fathers PJ McManus said the 8 am Mass John Maguire the children’s 10 am and Joe Dolan the 11:30 am.

Matt Rudden is once again third in the All Ireland Cross Country Final over 7 ½ miles in Thurles. The winner was S O Sullivan Limerick 2nd Mick Molloy from Oughterard the Irish 15 mile record holder. Matt tried from the start to break the field with some courageous front running but couldn’t shake off the majestic Sullivan who sailed to victory over the closing 100 yards. Matt now has been 2nd twice and 3rd twice over the last four years.

Mr and Mrs C Arnold and Surgeon Maloney and Gerry Hunt will represent Cavan in the team of four competition in Athlone.

Marie Collins SRN daughter of Mr and Mrs Michael Collins Corahoe passes her SRS in Saint Anthony’s Hospital Cheam Surrey.

Pat Gaffey son of Bill and Susan Gaffey Church Street passes his entrance exam for the Garda and will enter Templemore shortly to commence his training.

Death of James Mulligan senior Derragarra Butlersbridge. Survived by his sons daughters nephews nieces and many friends. There was an overflow attendance at the Funeral Mass in Saint Aidan’s Butlersbridge with burial later in the New cemetery.

Death of the legendary Tom Maguire Tullyco Cavan. Prominent member of Tullyco GFC, he later threw in his lot with Cavan Slashers winning County Championship medals in 1917 1924 and 1925. Tall athletic figure Tom was sporting and courageous never sinking to the level where he had to assault an opponent to gain an advantage. He later emigrated to America where he spent over 10 years. When he returned he set up a farm in his native Tullyco and was extremely well known in the town by his tall erect pleasant appearance riding a bicycle and saluting all his acquaintances. He was a founder member of Cavan Angler’s Club and Cavan Dog and Gun Club. He was President of the Cavan Irish American Society. Survived by his wife Katie 1 daughter 1 brother and 3 sisters. Rev A B McGrath officiated at the funeral from the Cathedral of Saints Patrick and Felim Cavan with burial later in Saint Brigid's cemetery Saint Brigid's cemetery Killygarry. Cavan Gael's provided a guard of honour at both the funeral and removal.

April 11^th 1964 Eileen Kennedy Solicitor Carrickmacross is appointed Ireland’s first ever woman District Justice. Qualified as a solicitor in 1947, she is a member of the well known legal firm of PJ Kennedy and sons solicitors Carrickmacross. Coroner for South Monaghan. She was educated at Saint Louis Convent Carrickmacross.

Pictured are Noel Hugh and John Smith sons of Mr and Mrs James Smith Kilnavara. Paul George and Peter Quinn sons of Mr and Mrs John Quinn Postmaster all receive Confirmation from Bishop Austin Quinn in the Cathedral of Saints Patrick and Felim Cavan. Over 400 children from the parish were confirmed by the Bishop assisted by Fathers Michael Gilbride Ballinagh John M Byrne Laragh H Dillon PP DD Drung and Patrick Morris CC Belturbet.

Paddy Gaffney BE Town Engineer explains to Cavan UDC that due to emigration to England, he is unable to secure carpenters plumbers or tradesmen to carry out urgent repairs for Council tenants in 11 Breffni or 16 Owen Roe who have been waiting a considerable time. Overdraft accommodation is fixed at £7,000 for the first three months which is double last year’s amount.

Cavan are beaten 1-8 to 0-7 by Down in the National League Semi Final. Cavan dominated play throughout but could not convert their advantage to scores due to a very poor forward line who wasted chance after chance. Down led by 0-5 to 0-4 at the interval. The decisive moment came when PJ O Gorman safely fielded a Down 50 but was controversially charged over the line by the inrushing Paddy Doherty for a ‘doubtful’ Down goal. Cavan PJ O Gorman Gabriel Kelly PJ McCaffrey Tony Morris Frank Kennedy Tom Maguire Jim McDonnell Captain Ray Carolan Jimmy Stafford JJ O Reilly Hugh Barney O Donohoe Tom Lynch Mattie Cahill Charlie Gallagher and Pat Gaffney.

Death of Mattie Reilly 11 Ashe Street at a young age. He spent many years in America. He was married to a sister of Doctor Brian Galligan and was extremely popular in the town where he returned to spend most of the summer months. He is survived by his wife and two young children Michael and Helen. There was a large and representative attendance at the funeral and removal from the Cathedral of Saints Patrick and Felim Cavan where Father PJ Gargan officiated with burial later in Saint Brigid's cemetery Killygarry.

Cavan Bridge Club PD Maloney and AG Hunt win the prestigious Kells Open Bridge tournament for the second successive year. The Cavan team also won the North Eastern Cup at the All Ireland Finals in Athlone.

Brendan Sexton son of John and Agnes Sexton Breffni Park and former Cavan Cavan Slashers and Harps star footballer is promoted to the rank of Sergeant Garda Siochana at the Bridewell Dublin.

Death of Margaret McKiernan Edenticlare and formerly Lavey. Funeral from Saint Brigid's Church to the adjoining Saint Brigid's cemetery Killygarry. She is survived by her nephews nieces relatives and many friends and neighbours.

April 18^th 1964 Tony Farrelly and J McCormack with 67 nett beat Willie O Hanlon and Seamus Fox 67 ½ nett. Maura Maloney won the Lady’s prize.

Cavan Bridge N/S Mr and Mrs H Ryan E/W Miss Anne McEneaney and A Kelly.

Small supply at monthly fair where prices were well up to average. Yearlings £35-40 two year olds £50-55 three year olds £55-70 milch cows £40-50 springers £60-75 working horses £40-50 ponies £30-35 two year old £40-50 knackers £35-45 donkies well up £12-18 driven by the McCabe’s and seaside trade in England. Casseogs £35-40 bonhams £12-14 per pair.

Funeral of Edward Tully father of Rev EP Tully CC Shercock attended by Bishop Quinn Lord Abbott C Colwell and over 100 clergy in Saint Patrick’s Church Drumcor. Chief mourners Mrs R Burke MPSI Main Street Cavan daughter Rev E Tully and John Tully Gartbrattan sons John Dermot and Kevin Burke Kathleen Eamonn Sue Marie Michael Evelyn Sean Patricia Tully Gartbrattan Eamonn Mary Michael Tully Blessington grandchildren.

“Smyth’s 60 Main Street for sewing and knitting machines . Phone Cavan 88”

April 25^th 1964 Margaret English and Ina Hickey win the Committee prize at County Cavan Golf Club.

Kilmore Diocesan Plainsong Festival commences with solemn Pontifical High Mass in the Cathedral where Father Torlac O Reilly was the celebrant deacon Father Benny Maguire and sub deacon Father Felim McGovern. Father PA Fay Redhills was the MC . Mixed choir sang the Mass with secondary schools singing the Proper. Choral competitions in the Poor Clare Convent where certificates were awarded to over 500 participating children. Very Re Joseph Higgins SFE Sligo and Father ABC McGrath were the examiners.

Death of Thomas Donohoe at his residence Killygarry. He was husband of Katie Donohoe. Large and representative attendance at the funeral in Saint Brigid’s Church Killygarry with burial in the adjoining cemetery..

Death of Peter ‘Petey’ Reilly 62 Pearse Street. Well known highly respected resident of the town where he came to live some time age. Native of Carrickallen Mountain Lodge. Survived by his wife and family. Funeral from the Cathedral of Saints Patrick and Felim Cavan was large and representative with burial later in Carrickallen.

Death of Matthew Smith 20 Breffni Terrace . He was Cavan’s oldest resident at 96 and had the proud boast that ‘he never wore an overcoat’ . He lived a large portion of his early life in Mud Wall Row and was one of the first occupants of Breffni Terrace in 1880. His erect soldierly carriage and fine bearing belied his advanced age. Survived by his nephews nieces relatives neighbours and many friends. Funeral from the Cathedral of Saints Patrick and Felim Cavan was large and representative reflecting the popularity of one of Cavan’s best known citizens. Burial in Cullies cemetery.

C Cooper Mayor of Portadown accompanied by Bishop EFB Moore Bishop of Kilmore Ardagh and Elphin is accorded a civic reception by the members of Cavan Urban Council.

Parochial youth movement in Saint Augustine’s Hall host a social at which tea was served and the members addressed by Father PJ McManus CC.

Butlersbridge in their first outing at senior rank are beaten in the league by Cavan Gael’s 1-11 to 2-2 at Breffni Park. After a bright start Bridge faded in the second half. Interval score was Cavan Gael’s 0-9 Butlersbridge 2-0. Cavan Gael's John ‘Foley’ O Rourke George Crowe Hugo Cafferty Tony McConnell Eamonn McGovern Pat Gaffney Jim McDonnell Mick Ryan PJ Carroll Tommy Smith Jack McEntee Phil Murray Jackie Sheridan Cathal Young and Sean Galligan. Referee Mick Higgins

May 3^rd 1964 Cavan Gael’s are again too good for the Bridge in the return leg of the senior league in Butlersbridge winning 3-11 to 1-7 after leading by 1-7 to 0-3 at half time. Scorers for the Gael’s Jack McEntee 1-4 Terry Smith 1-3 Cathal Young 1-0 Philip Murray 0-2 and Jim McDonnell and Paddy Maguire 0-1 each. The Bridge replied per Eddie Sheridan 1-1 John Cusack 0-4 Ken Browne 0-1 and own point from Gael’s goalie John ‘Foley’ O Rourke.

Lt General Michael Costello gives the keynote address at the lecture on the life of General Philip Sheridan Commander in Chief of the United States Army. The Master of Ceremonies was Father Charles Travers Saint Patrick’s College and the Town Hall was packed to capacity. Brian O Mordha Chairman of Cumann Seanchas Bhreifne presided and featured speaker was Eric Dorman O Gowan Chief of Staff to General Auchowlek in North Africa in World War 2. General Sheridan was born in Beagh Killinkere where his ancestral home is preserved. Among the distinguished attendance was Bishop Austin Quinn and Lord Abbott C Colwell from Kilnacrott. Dr Philip O Connell the distinguished author and historian was introduced by Father Augustine Leydon Secretary Cumainn Seanchas an Cabhan.

At Butlersbridge Cavan Gael’s defeat Butlersbridge in the Junior League curtain raiser 5-6 to 1-7 with Paddy O Reilly outstanding in the Gael’s goal with great cover from Emmanuel Kennedy Donal Crowe in defence. Jimmy Mulcahy and Brian Reilly were outstanding at midfield dominating play throughout while up front Joe Connolly Dermot Burke Eamonn Brady and Dick Mulcahy were very prominent. Scorers for the Gael’s Eamonn Brady 2-3 Joe Connolly 2-0 Jimmy Mulcahy 1-0 Dick Mulcahy 0-2 and Dermot Burke 0-1. Dessie Maguire was outstanding at centre half back for Butlersbridge who replied per Michael Connolly 1-1 Michael Rafferty 0-4 and Joe Connolly 0-1. The referee was Phil ‘Gunner’ Brady Castleblayney.

Saint Patrick’s College competing for the first time are 2nd team in the Ulster School’s cross country in Armagh. Best placed in the senior event were P Gilgunn 4th JF Murphy 10th A Clerkin 11th W Robinson 12th. The race was won by the home club Saint Patrick’s Armagh. Saint Pat’s were 3rd in the junior race with P Dolan 14th P Leydon 16th C Reilly 17th and Joseph Fulton 20th . Both teams were coached by James Burns a teacher at Saint Patrick’s college.

Michael Smith opens his new service station at ‘Oakvale Service Station’ at Farham Road. Shop catering for the growing number of residents in the area and the steady flow of visitors to the nearby Lisdarn Hospital. The architects were Gaffney Cullivan while the contractor was Gerald Shannon Clonogonnell.

Saint Patrick’s College sell half of Trinity Island on the river Erne to Michael Cullivan Drumgola comprising 57 acres for £2,400. PJ O Reilly was the auctioneer while Alfred Myles Smith was the solicitor having carriage.

‘Cavan House’ property of the late Edward Brady is sold in trust to Sean V Kelly for purchaser Paddy King. Murphy Quinn were the auctioneers and LCP Smith had carriage of sale. The well known Republican premises was in the Brady family for over 100 years. Paddy King recently returned from England recently purchased 87 Main Street opposite The Farnham Hotel which he is converting into a Dental Surgery.

Death of Katherine Costello 6 Ashe Street at Saint Phelim’s Hospital. She was widow of John well known hackney and taxi driver who was an elected member of Cavan UDC some years ago. Funeral from the Cathedral of Saints Patrick and Felim Cavan was large and representative with burial later in Saint Patrick’s cemetery Castletara.

Sean Bergin well known Cavan actor and comic is departing from Cavan to work in the Connolly chain of shoe shops in Dublin. He served his apprenticeship in Seamus Fox’s and has been employed there for over ten years. Liam Bogue made the presentation on behalf of the Golf Club while Philip Cullivan representing the Cavan Musical Society at the social and presented the very popular Sean with a wallet of notes in Cavan Golf Club.

May 10^th 1964 Vincent McCaul Bridge Street and Roger Loonam Emmett Place land over 20 fish consisting of pike and bream averaging over 8 lbs each on the River Erne with the heaviest weighing 13 lbs.

The census reports that 94.90% of Irish people profess to being Catholics.

Sean Lemass Taoiseach opens Cavan Engineering on the Dublin Road. He was accompanied by Cavan’s Con A Smith Managing Director and is pictured speaking to Philip Murray nicely turned out in a sparkling clean white coat who is giving him a first hand account of the process of turning out transformers for the Bavarian market. On the way back to Dublin he calls to Lavey Lake where Father Malachy Byrne presents him with a tasty 1 ½ lbs rainbow trout for the tea.

Drumalee top the Junior ranks as they hammer luckless Butlersbridge 6-8 to 1-1 in atrocious weather and bottomless conditions at the Drumalee venue. Scorers Noel Donohoe 3-00 Donie Fay 1-5 Tom Flynn Andy Connell 1-0 each and Micheal Greenan and Brendan Young 1-1 each. Niall Crowe was the only scorer for the Bridge with 1-1

Cavan Urban Council garden competition will be separated into two zones with prize structure of £5 for 1st £3 for 2nd and 3rd will receive £2. They are appealing to Lord Farnham to sell the derelict plot adjacent to the ex service men’s hut for a nominal sum of £50. Vote of congratulations to the Smith family for their initiative in establishing Cavan Engineering. The town was en fete and decorated for the visit of an Taoiseach Sean Lemass to open Cavan’s first ever industrial concern.

Death of Patrick McDonald Butlersbridge well known building contractor. He is survived by his wife brothers and sisters. Funeral from Saint Aidan’s church was large and representative with burial later in the New cemetery.

Death of John Smith 44 Pearse Street . The family kept a well known guest house in the middle of the town opposite the Allied Irish Bank. Member of the 3rd order of Saint Francis and other sodalities. He was a Peace Commissioner for Cavan and adjoining counties since 1923. He is survived by his wife 3 sons and 4 daughters. There was a large and representative attendance at the funeral from the Cathedral of Saints Patrick and Felim Cavan with burial later in Saint Brigid's cemetery Killygarry.

The Cullivan family 25 Cathedral Road are awakened by their pet collie dog persistently barking. Joe Junior out of bed in a flash rescues the dog from the burning inferno that was the garage and moves the family van to a safe spot. Cavan Fire Brigade are alerted and manage to keep the blaze from spreading to the adjoining house but the garage and contents are burnt to the ground.

Death of Francis Meehan Saint Brigid’s Terrace in Saint Felim’s Hospital. He was a cattle dealer and very well known and highly respected in the cattle trade. He is survived by his wife and other relatives.

Custom of strewing the mantle of the house with flowers to welcome the Queen of the May is observed in Emmett Place College Street Wolfe Tone Street and some of the surrounding areas particularly in Butlersbridge.

Andy Breslin car and caravan hire opens a branch of his thriving business in Wine Street Sligo.

Valerie Goulding of the Central Remedial Clinic holds a most successful flag day in Cavan.

Sister Mercy thanks Drumlane Dramatic Society for their production of ‘The Year of the Hiker’ and Saint Aidan’s troop Butlersbridge for ‘Mrs Gibson’s Boys’ at Cavan’s Saint Phelim’s Hospital over Easter.

May 17^th 1964 Irish Permanent Building Society is offering 4% tax free on investments which is equal to 6% gross.

Cavan Association in New York are flying in 189 passengers for five weeks holiday in the Cavan area where the ‘Failte’ festival will take place in their honour from the 23rd August to the 27th September 1964. The Failte committee is headed up by Father Joe Dolan Adm in association with Cavan Tourist Board. Tours of interest will be organised by the committee to various centres of interest in the county.

Sister Dr Patricia Kelly at centre of earthquake in Tanganyka where the quake lasted just 60 seconds. The earthquake destroyed the £50,000 Medical Centre of the Medical Missionaries of Mary. The hospital collapsed and the walls of the nearby school also fell in. None of the sisters were injured. Sister Patricia stopped off in Rome on her way to the Missions and was received in audience by Pope John XXIII.

Cavan Bridge N/S Ina Hickey and Maureen McDonald E/W Dermot Morgan and H Carthy.

Andy Smith Lavey Strand leads the Dun A Ri Ceilidhe Band on ‘Ceilidhe House’ broadcast live from Radio Eireann. They played a selection of stirring numbers.

New Cavan basketball team defeat Ballyhaise Agricultural College 48-46 in a terrific match in the College’s state of the art facility. The return game will be at the Cavan Military Barracks next week. They have also fixtures lined up against FCA units in Dundalk Drogheda and Castleblayney.

Death of Peggy Brady at King George’s Hospital London. She was a daughter of the Brady family who operated the ‘Old Globe Hotel’ in Main Street opposite Maurice Brady’s. She was a nurse in London for most of her life. She is survived by her seven brothers Tom Terry, Peter Paul, Bennie Philip Paddy and Johnny sisters Nora Brady Ballyjamesduff Kathy Annie Town Hall Street. The remains were flown home from London and were received at the Cathedral of Saints Patrick and Felim Cavan by Father PJ Gargan CC who also officiated at the well attended funeral with burial later in Saint Brigid's cemetery Killygarry.

“Long playing record of the speeches of John F Kennedy in Ireland now available at Hayes TV Cootehill and Smyth’s 60 Main Street Cavan”.

Cavan Fair with prices improved in every sector Cattle one year old £32-40 two years £45-50 three year olds £60-70 milch cows £50-60 springers £60-80 mincers £35-45 working horses ££50-60 donkeys £8-15 with two or three selling to Mr Billy McCabe for the seaside trade in England for up to £20. Carrying sows £35-40 casseogs £35-40 bonhams £12-15 per pair ponies £30-35 and knackers £45-55.

May 24^th 1964 Huge good humoured crowd at the All Ireland Fleadh held in ideal weather conditions over the Whit weekend in Clones. Crowds from North and South mixed in good humour enjoying the many street sessions in a weekend that will long be remembered. Barmen came from Dublin and Belfast earning £5 per day serving the thousands of thirsty revellers. Most of the liquor was consumed on the streets as the bars became over crowded. Rain on Monday morning soaked many of the outdoor campers but the sun came back out in the afternoon. Fermanagh Street was the centre of activity as thousands participated in dancing singing and playing Irish music in the street. Two beautiful scorching hot summers days spoiled by early morning rain on Monday which later gave way to sunshine and showers. Thousands camped on hills overlooking Clones while many more just slept rough in doorways and on the pavements. No serious incidents reported with the music and noise intoxicating. The Clones Urban Council staff were augmented by Monaghan County Council staff in cleaning the streets in the early morning under the supervision of County Manager George Carron. The fire brigade were on constant call with small outbreaks reported all over the town. The Fleadh which has acquired a very bad name for violence particularly last year in Mullingar was extremely well policed and no serious incidents were reported. Speakers at the official opening of Fleadh Cheoil Na hEireann included TP Dempsey Public Relations Officer CCE Sylvester Conway Chairman CCE Doctor Brian Galligan Vice President CCE and Right Rev Monsignor Ward.

By order of the Minister for Agriculture Paddy Smith TD bans the export of all horses over five years other than thoroughbreds or ponies bringing to an end the controversial export of horse flesh to the continent for human consumption.

William Flannery MA BCom LLB is admitted to the Irish region of Industrial Consultants. He was formerly with the Healy Group. He was educated at Cavan’s Number 1 school Portora Royal school Enniskillen and Trinity College Dublin. He was an outstanding tennis player and member of Cavan Lawn Tennis Club and Trinity College team for 4 years and in the last year he captained the team. William ‘Bill’ lives in Mount Merrion and he has a wife and two young children.

Death of Sarah Nunn nee Scott Connolly Street at her residence 31 Moore Street Barton on Trent. She was eldest daughter of Mr and Mrs William Scott . She is survived by her husband daughter brother and sisters.

All GAA games in the country are cancelled due to the death of Padraig O Keeffe General Secretary of the Association who died in Dublin at the age of 67. He was a former footballer and hurler with Cork and succeeded LJ O Toole who had been in office since 1901 as General Secretary in 1929. He started his administrative career as Secretary of the Cork School’s Board later becoming Secretary of Cork County Board and Central Council representative.

Cavan Technical School annual outing to Dublin takes in the Zoo the Botanic Gardens Dail Eireann Dublin Airport. The 152 party of students and teachers had a most enjoyable day for which they had saved all year in the Post Office.

Seamus Keaveney former Cavan and Wexford footballer is appointed games master at the new Garda Depot in Templemore county Tipperary.

George B Fairbrother Secretary of Cavan Lawn Tennis Club throws open the gates of the exclusive Cavan Lawn Tennis Club inviting all interested parties to join with tennis and a tea party each Wednesday. Up to this point membership was exclusive to the professional classes with Protestants very much in the ascendancy.

“Bingo Town Hall Cavan sponsored by Cavan Gael’s every Friday night. £100 Snowball game 7. £50 must be won game 9. £125 in prizes each night . First game 9 pm sharp admission 6/-.

May 30^th 1964 Over 200 children from the local schools receive their first Holy Communion in the Cathedral of Saints Patrick and Felim Cavan where Father Pat Donohoe on his first holiday from Korea celebrates the Mass. Pat first went to Korea in September 1957.

Jackson’s day trip to Bundoran 12/6 with the return ticket costing only 18/6. The bus will pick up passengers in Killeshandra Ballinamore Drumshanbo Drumkeeran and Manorhamilton.

Death of Pandet Nehru Premier of India following a heart attack at the age of 74. Father of modern India. He was Prime Minister for the last 17 years. His brother Lal Nanda Minister for Home Affairs succeeds him as Prime Minister. Mr De Velera cabled his condolence to the family and the Indian people.

Drumalee have little difficulty disposing of an inexperienced Butlersbridge team 2-5 to 1-2 in the Junior League at Butlersbridge. Only the stout hearted Dessie Maguire Joe Connolly in goals F McCaffrey Sean McSherry were prominent for Butlersbridge while Tony Coyle in goal who made several outstanding saves Tommy Molloy Frank Walsh Andy O Connell were outstanding for Drumalee. Debutants for the Bridge included Hughie McGerty and Paddy Downes. The game started late as Butlersbridge searched for a spare set of jerseys.

Greg Sheridan and Donal White representing Cavan defeat Armagh 15-3 15-4 in the Ulster Juvenile Championship at Mullahoran.

Cavan Gael qualify for the 1962 Senior League Final when they beat Bailieboro 1-12 to 2-4 in the semi final replay at bright and sunny Breffni Park. Bailieboro led by 2-2 to 1-3 at half time. Mick Ryan Phil Murray Jim McDonnell were outstanding for the winners.

Death of Frances Marron in New Jersey USA at an advanced age. Member of a well known Cavan family- they owned a pub in Connolly Street later owned by Benny Conaty. She worked in the New York Courts service. Last of the family she was predeceased by her brother Michael and two sisters.

Cavan Girl’s Club hold their annual Jumble Sale in the Town Hall.

Father PJ McManus celebrates the Solemn High Mass on the feast of Corpus Christi with deacon Father Felim McGovern sub deacon Father Benny Maguire and master of ceremonies Father PJ Gargan. The music was in the capable hands of the Cathedral choir with Father AB McGrath on the organ. The 8 am was celebrated by Father John Maguire while Father Pat Donohoe home on holidays from the mission fields in Korea celebrated the children’s 10 Mass. The worker’s evening mass was celebrated by Father AB McGrath. In the afternoon with the rain holding off on a dark threatening afternoon Father PJ Gargan bore the Blessed Sacrament through the flower bedecked streets of the town leaving the Cathedral of Saints Patrick and Felim Cavan up Church Street Main Street Connolly Street back by College Street Kelly’s Terrace and Farnham Street.. He was assisted by Fathers Pat Brady and Felim McGovern. Benediction took place in the Cathedral of Saints Patrick and Felim Cavan as a precaution against the threatening rain.

Professor Conway UCD catches the biggest trout 10 pounds in weight ever recorded on Lough Sheelin

Death of Wilfred McGauran MD Mch son of the late Dr James and Mrs McGauran Church Street at his residence 23 Alexander Road Epsom. He was a fellow of the Royal College of Surgeons and had an extensive practice. He is survived by his wife Iris son John two daughters Denise and Helen. He was brother in law of Dr Anna J McGauran Church Street and uncle of Doctor Raymond McGauran. Funeral from Saint Joseph’s Church Epsom Surrey to the adjoining cemetery.

Over 8,000 attend the official opening of Pairc Sean MacDiarmada in Carrick on Shannon performed by Alf Murray President of the GAA. The pitch and enclosure was blessed by Rev Canon M Kearney PP Carrick on Shannon.

Doyle’s Garage in Kells will in future be known as Murray and Breslin Kells Limited. The directors are Brendan J Murray Ard Keen Cathedral Road and Michael Breslin Kells.

The Ladie’s Committee Prize at Cavan Golf Club is won by Mrs R B Hickey Cathedral Road Cavan.

Cavan Gaels qualify for the final of the Senior League 1962 where they will play Bailieboro next Sunday by impressively defeating Ballinagh 1-12 to 2-4 in Breffni Park. Hugo Cafferty and Colm Smith were rock like in defence while Eamonn McGovern starred in the half back line well supported by county star Jim McDonnell. In the forwards Paddy Maguire Jack McEntee PJ Carroll and Philip Murray were outstanding. Ballinagh led by 2-3 to 1-3 at half time.

Loreto Past Pupils Union President Mrs Peter McDwyer Belturbet Vice President Maura Baxter Secretary Lauri McConnell Treasurer Kathleen Murray Cathedral Road.

“For your holiday book a self drive car with Paddy Donohoe Phone 174. Brochure on request.”

June 7^th 1964 Patrick McDonald Dublin is elected President of the Saint Patrick’s College Past Pupil’s Union.

Blind eye to be turned to farmers selling vegetables and garden produce at the Market Square until suitable accommodation is provided for them by Cavan UDC.

Only 2.65 inches of rain fall in Cavan town during the month of May. There were 18 rainy days and the wettest day was on the 10th of May when .38 inches of rain fell. In May 1963 3.01 inches fell on 22 wet days. June begins in the West Cavan area with snow falling in Ballyconnell and the surrounding hill area with stiff frosts at night. Some of the summer bedding plants were scorched by the frost.

John McCormack wins the Breifne trophy at County Cavan Golf Club presented by the Captain Liam Bogue. David Browne had the best gross while Dermot Morgan and John English won the 9 hole competition. Connie McEntee Lady Captain is seen presenting the Lyons Cup to the winner Joan O Hanlon. Muriel Doherty was runner up and Muriel McCormack best gross.

Royal School are entertained by Saint Patrick’s College in inter school’s athletic competition. Pictured is Ivan Magee Captain Royal School Andy Clerkin Captain Saint Patrick’s College Peter Monk Sport’s Master Royal School and Jim Beirne Sport’s Master Saint Pat’s. Patrick Keogan Saint Pat’s won the 100 220 440 and long jump to emerge as the leading athlete while W Robinson Saint Pat’s won the 880 yards and one mile. S Cullen Saint Pat’s won the high jump. Ivan Magee of the Royal School won the shot putt. A return match will take place at the Royal School after the summer recess.

Killinkere exact revenge for their Championship defeat by beating the Champions Butlersbridge 2-9 to 0-5 in the Final of the 1963 Junior League at Breffni Park. Killinkere led by 2-6 to 0-1 at half time. Completely devoid of the thrills and excitement of the Championship final-there was only the one team competing. Scorers for the Bridge Ken Browne 0-2 Con Smith Johnny Cusack and Eamonn Reilly 0-1each. Killinkere Jimmy Stafford 0-3 J Smith 0-6 E Sheridan 1-0 and H Traynor 1-0. Referee Phil ‘Gunner’ Brady Castleblayney.

Death of Brigid Leonard relict of Andrew Draper Bridge Street Cavan at the residence of her son in law. She was extremely popular and vey well known in the town taking an active part in the sodalities in both the new and old Cathedral of Saints Patrick and Felim Cavan Funeral from the Cathedral to Cullies cemetery .

Death of Rose Anne Conaty Connolly Street at the residence of her nephew Benny Conaty licensed vintner. She was predeceased by her husband John both of them ran a restaurant business in the town. Father PJ Gargan officiated at the large and representative funeral from the Cathedral of Saints Patrick and Felim Cavan to Cullies cemetery.

June 14^th 1964 Father Dan Breen gives an illustrated slide show on his recent visit to Rome to the members of the Cavan Association in Dublin. May McCaul 102 Saint Stephen’s Green reports that there are only a few tickets left for the Association’s annual visit to Kilnacrott at 30/- with dinner supplied.

Paddy Keoghan star athlete is best all rounder at the Saint Patrick’s College Sports winning the Past Pupil’s Union cup. He won the 100 200 440 yards and long jump. P Sheils won the day pupil’s race from Pearse Gilroy and a fast finishing Michael McGinnity. The mile was won by John Murphy in a time of 5:31.5 S Cassidy won the 12 lb shot from Dermot Healey and Andy Clerkin. Hop step and jump was won by S Cullen. Philip Fitzsimmons won the sack race. P Sheils the day student’s cycle race. Brendan Dunne won the father’s race with Mr Traynor 2nd and Tom O Connor 3rd.

Saint Patrick’s College Past Pupil’s Union 1964 President Patrick McDonald Dublin Treasurer Michael Neary Secretary TM Gilroy and Father Pat Brady Saint Pat’s.

Opening of new pitch Pairc Naomh Fionan at Cornafean blessed by Bishop Austin Quinn. Peadar Doyle Chairman of the club presided. In a senior football challenge Cavan beat Galway 1-14 to 3-3 while Mullahoran the county Cavan champions beat Drumlish the Longford title holders 1-12 to 1-5.

From now on anglers fishing Killymooney Lake must have a permit. M Gibson a visiting angler from England landed 50 lb of trench in one day on the lake which is only ‘ a stone’s throw’ from the centre of Cavan town.

Eva McManus born at 89 Main Street ( Leonard’s ) where her mother carried on a successful drapery business 50 years ago accompanied by Mrs Hinds Florida are on holiday with their old friend Molly Soden Church Street.

Prices at Cavan Fair jump £4-5 on the previous Fair. Yearling bullocks £42-50 heifers £35-40 two year olds £50-72-10 three year olds £75-85 milch cows £55-65 springers £75-85 mincers £35-45 carrying sows and casseogs £35-45 bonhams £11-14 per pair.

Anna May Duffy is appointed clerk in Arthur Guinness while Eileen Gilroy will take up a position in RTE . Both are past pupils of Loreto Commercial College.

Death of James Greene Drumgola. He was Cavan’s last Blacksmith operating a forge along the main Cavan/ Butlersbridge road. Native of Belturbet he was brother of J J a former member of Belturbet Town Commissioners. Survived by his wife sons and daughter. There was a large and representative attendance at the funeral in the Cathedral of Saints Patrick and Felim Cavan with burial later in Cullies cemetery.

June 20^th 1964 Leo McDonald and M Leonard Virginia win the mixed foursomes at County Cavan Golf Club with Danny O Kelly and Connie McEntee runners up while Louis Blessing and Margaret English had the best gross.

Mary O Hanlon eldest daughter of Billy and Beezie O Hanlon Creighan home on holidays from England where she is a nurse is the winner of the sea angling competition in Bundoran.

Mick McCarthy Paddy Lyons and Danny O Kelly are all selected for Cavan hurling team to play Down in the Ulster championship in Pearse Park Ballybay. Cavan beat Monaghan 2-7 to 2-2 in the first round at Breffni Park after leading by 2-3 to 1-2 at the interval.

TP O Callaghan Bailieboro brings off the treble at the Ulster NACAI championships in Omagh. He won the 5,000 metres in 16:48 1,500 in 4:28 and 800 metres in 2:14. He was an automatic selection for the Ulster team take on Connaught at Kilnacrott.

Cavan Gael’s will play Virginia in the 1962 League Final at Breffni Park next Sunday.

Cavan easily account for a very poor Derry team 3-9 to 2-3 much more decisively than the score suggests as Cavan had the luxury of shooting 23 wides during the hour. They will now play Donegal in the Ulster semi final at Irvinstown. Cavan led by 1-3 to 0-2 at the interval. Cavan had a 9 point lead after 9 minutes of the second half when Mattie Cahill shot a great goal to seal the issue.

June 27^th 1964 Cyril Mulligan Crosserlough John O Donnell Killmacreenan county Donegal Colm Woods Ballyconnell Thomas Woods Swanlinbar and John Quinn Ballinamore are all ordained to the priesthood by Bishop Austin Quinn in the Cathedral of Saints Patrick and Felim Cavan. All of the newly ordained priest will minister in the Diocese of Kilmore with the exception of Father Colm Woods who will minister in Wyoming USA.

Cavan Gael’s beat a very poor ailing Virginia Blues 2-9 to 1-1 in the 1962 Senior League Final at Breffni Park after leading by two points at halftime. The Gael’s piled on the pressure in the second half with Virginia not registering a single score. Severe blow when full back John Maguire had to retire after a clash with ace Cavan Gael’s forward Phil Murray. Hugo Cafferty Tony McConnell and Colm Smith outstanding in defence with Pat Gaffney and Jim McDonnell working solidly throughout. PJ Carroll and man of the match Mick Ryan dominated midfield and had it all their own way in the second half. Phil Murray Terry Smith Larry Ready Jack McEntee and Paddy Maguire were outstanding particularly in the second half when they scored at will. Cavan Gael's led by 1-3 to 1-1 at the interval with Paddy Maguire scoring 0-2 Terry Smith goal from a rebound being quickest to react and a point from a free by Jack McEntee. A great solo goal by Jack McEntee early in the second half when he soloed through the stagnant Virginia defence was the decisive moment of the game. Cavan Gael’s John ‘Foley’ O Rourke Dick Mulcahy Hugo Cafferty Tony McConnell Eamonn McGovern Jim McDonnell Mick Ryan PJ Carroll Paddy Gaffney Terry Smith Jack McEntee Philip Murray Larry Ready Paddy Maguire and Cathal Young. Sub Colm Smith for Cathal Young injured. The trophy was presented to Cavan Gael’s captain Hugo Cafferty by T P O Reilly Chairman of Cavan County Board. John Brady of Mullahoran was the excellent referee who let the play flow.

. Team John ‘Foley’ O Rourke Dick Mulcahy Hugo Cafferty Tony McConnell Eamonn McGovern Jim McDonnell Pat Gaffney PJ Carroll Mick Ryan Terry Smith Jack McEntee Phil Murray Larry Ready Paddy Maguire Cathal Young Con Smith for Cathal Young injured.

Michael O Sullivan Manager Munster and Leinster Bank scores a hole in one at the 156 yard 2nd hole at County Cavan Golf Club.

Cavan Gael’s who won the senior league final on Sunday bring the trophy to the bedside of Jack McConnell father of star player Tony and former captain of title winning Cavan Slasher’s in 1917. Accompanying the trophy were his son Tony Vice Chairman TM Gilroy and Hugo Cafferty captain of the winning team and a former neighbour in the Farnham Garden’s.

July 4th 1964 Rev James Canon Sheridan PP VF Killeshandra is appointed Archdeacon of the Diocese of Kilmore to succeed the late Rev Monsignor Michael Kelly PP Ballinamore. As a curate in Cavan in 1936 the then Father James Sheridan was the first Chaplain of Cavan CYMS.

George H Foster LLB B Com M Econ Sc son of Elizabeth and the late Fred Foster ‘Fort Lodge’ Drung is appointed Agricultural Attaché to The Irish Embassy in London. He was educated at Drung Protestant School The Royal School Cavan Drogheda Grammar School and Trinity College Dublin. He has just published a book on Market Research and Dairy Products funded by the OECD.

Star studded Saint Phelim’s win both the senior and junior De La Salle street leagues. They won the senior 2-5 to 1-6 beating The Town at Breffni Park. They beat the Country 5-2 to 1-3 in the junior decider. Best for Saint Phelim’s juniors Pauric Woods in goal Tom McNamara Joe Johnston M Jermyn in defence Brian McGlashin and Tony Dunne at midfield while Pat McNamara Brendan Harding at full forward were the pick of the forwards. Dessie Gumley Sean McEntee Peadar Conaty Joe Smith John Sheridan and forwards Terry Smith Philip McEntee and Eugene Smith were the best of the forwards on the Country team. Saint Phelim’s senior G Quinn Tom McNamara Robbie Woods Charlie Moore Dominic Twoomey Michael Jermyn Marty McCullough Tony Dunne Brian McGlashin Captain Brendan Harding Tom McNamara Joe Johnston Martin O Neill Tadhg McEntee and Philip Sexton. Scorers for Saint Phelim’s juniors Eddie Sexton 2-0 Noel McEntee 2-0 S Reilly 1-0 Gerry O Keeffe and Vincent Coyle 0-1each. PJ Carroll refereed both games. Brother Ultan Principal presented the trophies and medals to the winning teams.

De La Salle win the School’s League Cup defeating Lurgan 2-11 to 1-10 at Kilnacrott . Game of two halves with De La Salle dominating the first half leading by 2-8 to 1-3 at the interval. They outclassed Lurgan in all departments but on the turn around all changed with the result that the town team were just hanging on at the end of an enthralling contest.. Michael ‘Moucher’ Galligan clinched the match with three late points for the town team. J Sheridan in the goals was soundness personified B McNamara was a tower of strength at full back with great support from B McEntee and Dominic Twoomey. R Woods at centre half was a revelation with his high catching and long kicking and he got great support from his wing men Gerry Walsh and L Quigley Noel Smith was the pick of the forwards giving a fantastic display kicking points from all angles and he had excellent support in M Reilly and F Fitzpatrick. Michael ‘Moucher’ Galligan was supreme at centre field surging forward with his great strength to clinch the game in the end. The referee was Fintan Tierney from Butlersbridge.

Willie O Hanlon and John English win the four ball match play at County Cavan Golf Club with Dermot Morgan and Edward O Hanlon runners up.

Senator Tom Fitzpatrick is once again elected Chairman of Cavan Urban Council with Paddy Conaty unanimously elected Vice Chairman. Following intense pressure from Cavan Chamber of Commerce, the Council decided to take a plebiscite on the names of streets in the town as confusion reigns over the proper title. A two thirds majority will be required to change the status quo. Johnny O Rourke calls it a ‘waste of time’ while Johnny Murray says ‘what’s wrong with the presents two name system as it has worked well since 1920”? By 6 votes to 2 the Council decided to go ahead with the plebiscite Tom Fitzpatrick Maurice Jackson Joe McGovern Benny Cafferty Paddy Conaty and Timmy Murphy voted to go ahead while Johnny O Rourke and John Murray were vociferous in opposing the move. The County Manager Dermot McCarthy pointed out that apart from the hassle involved the new signs for the streets will cost the Council £170 and at the moment twelve of the streets in the town are double named with either address being accepted by the Post Office.

Appalling display by Cavan just edged out Donegal 1-9 to 0-7 in the Ulster Senior Semi Final in Irvinstown. Cavan played well in the first half and led by 1-5 to 0-3 at half time. Cavan were contented to engage in over robust tactics in the second half and showed a distinct lack of class. Donegal took over in the second half and shot four points and were guilty of twelve wides. Another performance like this and Cavan will be hammered in the Ulster Final in Belfast against Down.

Willie O Hanlon aged 50 Creighan is in serious fall while working for the ESB in Swanlinbar. He was working from a ladder on the overhead wires when the accident occurred and was unconscious and very ill when admitted to Cavan Surgical Hospital. He is married to Elizabeth nee Igoe and a native of Carlow. They have a young family.

De La Salle Sports next Tuesday night in Breffni Park starting at 7 pm sharp. The trophies and medals will be presented by Father Joseph Dolan Adm.

July 11^th 1964 Poles Co Op on the Dublin Road is burgled for the 4th time in recent years. Over £500 in cash and cheques removed from the safe which was blown open by the insertion of gelignite in the key hole on Sunday as the staff enjoyed their weekend off. No stock was removed from the store and detectives investigating think that it was a highly professional gang who carried out the theft.

Gerry Hunt is appointed President of the Contract Bridge Association of Ireland at their annual general meeting in the Victor Hotel Dun Laoghaire.

Dr V Barry County MOH Cavan County Council is promoted to a similar position in Kilkenny. Right Rev Monsignor D F Fitzpatrick PP VG on behalf of Cavan Red Cross made a presentation to the departing Medical Director .

Cavan Urban Council Garden Competition 1964. Zone 1st Patrick McGrath 5 Saint Phelim’s Place £5 2nd Patrick Smith 14 Saint Patrick’s Terrace £3 and 3rd Robert Simpson 15 Saint Patrick’s Terrace £2. Zone 2 William Sheridan 13 Saint Brigid’s 1st and £5 2nd and £3 Seamus Fay 19 Owen Roe and 3rd and £2 Margaret Smith 9 Owen Roe.

Ballyjamesduff Feis 1st Beginner’s Under 8 Una McGurk Power School of dancing. Reel of jig 12-18 Eileen Flynn Power School. Championship of Cavan over 16 Una Healy Power School 2nd A Gorby Coffey School Belturbet. Confined dancing Under 8 Geraldine Fox of the Power School. Cumainn Rinnce an Cabhan retained the Open Cup for the fourth successive year. The team comprised of Mel Doherty Vera Bohan Una Healey Kevin Downey Sean Sharkey Margaret Gorman Mary O Hanlon and John Reilly.

Paddy Conaty is unanimously elected Chairman of Cavan Agricultural Committee. John P McKiernan is Vice Chairman.

Rainfall in June was only 1.25 inches on 18 wet days with the heaviest rainfall on the 17th June. Last year 3.77 inches fell in June 1963.

Cavan will play Down in the Ulster Final once again fixed for Casement Park Belfast after last year’s fiasco in Breffni Park Cavan. Liam Maguire former Cavan All Ireland footballer now a Garda sergeant in Ballybay will referee the game. Cavan will play Antrim in the Ulster Minor championship final which will act as the curtain raiser. They beat Monaghan 3-10 to 3-7 in the Ulster Minor Semi Final in extra time at Breffni Park after both teams were locked at 2-6 each after 60 minutes.

Flag day for Polio raises £41 in Cavan town while the Conquer Cancer flag day raised £85-10-0. Both collections were taken up by members of Cavan branch ICA.

July 18^th 1964 Noel Smith is the best all rounder at the De La Salle sport’s day at Breffni Park winning the 100 and 220 yards hurdles under 14 while Frank O Connor won the 100 and 200 metres under 12. Past pupils 440 yards Patsy Lee 2nd Raymond Carroll and 3rd Tom McNamara. Past pupil’s mile 1st Aidan Quigley 2nd Tom McNamara and 3rd Patsy Lee. Sack Race 12-14 1st Sean Reilly 2nd Des Hickey and 3rd Phelim O Keeffe. 100 yards under 13 Mark O Regan 2nd Liam Quigley and 3rd Davy Lee. Relay 1st Town Davy Lee Norman Breslin Michael ‘Moucher’ Galligan and Tom Sheridan.100 yards under 11 Raymond McDonagh 2nd Micheal Harding 3rd Roger McDonald.

PJ O Neill leads the outcry over the exorbitant admission charges to Sunday’s Ulster Final in Belfast. The charge for the enclosure has rocketed by a massive 33% to 10/-.

Garda Timothy Mulvey who is 10 years in the Garda replaces Garda M Leddy who has been transferred to Mullingar.

Saint Swithin’s Day dawns dull and dark raining all day bad portent for the rest of the Summer !

Very poor supply but good demand at Cavan Fair where prices for cattle were excellent. Yearling heifers £35-42 bullocks £35-45 two year old heifers £55-60 three year old heifers £70-75 working horses £56-60 ponies £45-520 donkeys £10-15 carrying sows and casseogs £35-45 bonhams £12 per pair.

Katherine Maguire nee King a native of Butlersbridge and sister of Mrs Mick Brown and brother of Mr J King has just gone back to New York after spending an enjoyable holiday in Butlersbridge.

July 25^th 1964 Cavan captained by Jim McDonnell in rip roaring finish edge out Down to win the Ulster championship in Casement Park Belfast 2-10 to 1-10. Jim is pictured along with his team mates Charlie Gallagher and Ray Carolan receiving the brand new Anglo Celt Cup from Harry Carey President of the Ulster Council. The two Anglo Celt trophies old and new are now reunited in the McDonnell household.

Violent thunder and lightening storms disrupt ESB and telephone lines all over Cavan and Monaghan. Some road surfaces in the Ballyconnell area were swept away.

Cavan in glorious 45th Ulster title win as 5 point deficit is converted to 3 point victory margin in poor game played at close quarters with hard knocks being the order of the day. The game was never let develop by both sides of players engaged in close tackling and dragging throughout. Referee Jimmy Martin Tyrone who replaced the official referee Liam Maguire just before the game could do little to help the ebb and flow and did an excellent job. Down were in front throughout the hour and at the interval deservedly led by 1-5 to 0-4 and seemed to be coasting to their 5th Ulster title since 1959. Down led by 1-8 to 0-6 entering the last quarter. Then Cavan rocked Down by bringing in star college player Peter Pritchard for the ineffective Hugh Barney O Donohoe. After a great patch of play involving Jimmy O Donnell and Jim McDonnell the latter spotted Pritchard running off the ball placed him perfectly and the Bailieboro youngster shot a great goal for Cavan and rocked the Mournemen to their roots. Charlie Gallagher was back almost straight away with a well struck point. Down suffering from shock couldn’t handle the speed and dash of the talented Peter Pritchard and when he got possession again he headed straight for goal and Cavan were suddenly in the lead to the amazement of all in the ground. They were never headed from here and went on to win an unexpected 45th title. Cavan PJ O Gorman Gabriel Kelly PJ McCaffrey Tony Morris Frank Kennedy Tom Maguire Jim McDonnell Ray Carolan Tom Lynch John Joe O Reilly Hugh Barney O Donohoe Charlie Gallagher Mattie Cahill Jimmy O Donnell and Jimmy Stafford. Subs Peter Pritchard for Hugh Barney O Donohoe and Hugh Barney O Donohoe for Tom Lynch. In the curtain raiser Cavan Minors were beaten by Antrim winning their first Ulster minor title since 1955 2-10 to 1-4. Antrim were a treat to watch with terrific team work and skill and speed in abundance while Cavan were all go it alone and never performed as a unit. Scorers for Cavan S Smith 0-2 Michael Greenan Garrett O Reilly Fergus McAuley and Michael Cusack 0-1 each.

John McCormack off 12 wins the Captain’s Liam Bogue’s Prize at County Cavan Golf Club with a score of 67 nett from Father Michael Gilbride 68 playing off 14. Phil Lawlor won the gross with 75 playing off 8. In the junior section 1st Paddy McKenna 2nd Phil McDonald while Eddie Shields was the winner of the O Hanlon Cup. There was 85 entries for the Captain’s Prize.

Andy Donohoe brother of Jimmy College Street and Anglo Celt and Mrs Farrell Military Row on holidays from New York where he has resided for the last 40 years. Outstanding footballer with Cavan Slashers he was also a leading member of the senior county team and won Ulster senior medals with Cavan.. He was home two years ago.

Sudden death of Robert ‘Robbie’ Simpson Saint Patrick’s Terrace while working in the garden of his home. He was a member of CI E and was a most obliging and popular official who worked on both the railway and the buses. For many years he was a member of Cavan Urban District Council . He was unit officer with Cavan town Red Cross. He is survived by his wife four sons Roy Tommy Ken and Jim three daughters Violet Betty and Irene. Funeral form Saint John’s Church of Ireland to the New cemetery.

Death of Annie Greenan 8 College Street. Most charitable woman, she practiced Christian charity and was extremely generous and decent particularly to those less well off in the community. She was widow of the late well known John Greenan. She is survived by her sisters and other relatives. There was a large and representative attendance at the funeral in the Cathedral of Saints Patrick and Felim Cavan with burial later in Cullies cemetery.

Portora Royal School fund raising drive with 9 students walking from Enniskillen to Dublin a distance of 114 mile collecting £300 on the journey. The Irish Red Cross will receive all monies collected in the Republic while Oxfam have been sent £110 being the monies collected in Northern Ireland.

August 1^st 1964 Open air party for the blind of the county in Loreto College. The De La Salle Band provided the music. The most enjoyable party was organised by the Cavan branch National Council for the Blind with Dr FPE Smith presiding. Over 100 guests from as far away as Kingscourt Dowra Mountnuggent and Cootehill. Bill Henry was a most entertaing master of ceremonies. John O Connor Father Torlac O Reilly Brian Coleman sang recited and entertained the guests. Peter Paul Brady Cavan returned thanks on behalf of the visitors who all received a beautiful gift each before departing for home.

Cavan tennis club beat Cootehill 12 matches to nil at the Sport’s Centre where among the winners were Malachy Elliott Dermot Burke Raymond Carroll Clare Maloney Breda Gaffney Gene McCusker Michael Breslin and Nora Maloney.

Reunion of local fishermen who fished Killykeen and frequented the legendary Pleasure House of Sarah Jackson mother of Maurice is arranged. President Peter Paul Brady Chairman Maurice Jackson Secretary Jimmy McEntee Assistant Secretary Norman Cinnamond Treasurer Fleming Small. Committee John McGovern Roy Greene John Sharkey Mick Smyth Tommy Smyth Butlersbridge John McCaffrey Bernard Connolly. Voluntary sub £1 for barbecue which will take place at the Pleasure House.

Many Cavan pilgrims travel to the summit of Croagh Patrick for the annual pilgrimage in CIE bus and private transport. With the mountain shrouded in mist many of the barefoot pilgrims were caught up in a stampede near the oratory being crushed against a wall. Miraculously there was only 2 injured and brought to hospital.

Mary Cullivan is 1st in County Council clerk/typist examination. She was educated at the Poor Clare’s Loreto College and Loreto Commercial College. She is eldest daughter of Joe and Mary Cullivan Cathedral Road Cavan.

Noel McCaul well known disc jockey on RTE is a native of Bailieboro county Cavan and presently hosts ‘Morning Melody’ on the national broadcaster.

TP Tinnenny takes over the licensed premises of ‘Lynam’s’ at the corner of Bridge Street and Abbey Street. He is a very well known business man in the Belturbet area.

August 8^th 1964 County Cavan Golf Club President’s Bertie Cullen Cup is won by Brian Murphy 5 up from Seamus Lawlor 2 up and the committee prize won by Connie McEntee the Lady Captain.

Death of Patrick Connolly after a short illness at Saint Joseph’s Hospital Lisdarn. Native of Killard Carrickmacross he was proprietor of the well known fancy goods and toy store Connolly Brother’s opposite the Munster and Leinster Bank. He was extremely well known and highly popular in business circles throughout the north east and midlands. He is survived by his wife Mary sons Brian Patrick Sean and Joseph daughters Mrs Eileen Tavey Castleblayney and Mrs P O Donovan Athy brothers Michael Drogheda Peter and Bernard Carrickmacross sisters K O Reilly Cootehill S McGorrick Dublin Mrs A Kelly Carrickmacross and Mrs J Nugent New York There was a large and representative attendance at the funeral in the Cathedral of Saints Patrick and Felim Cavan with burial later in Saint Brigid's cemetery Killygarry.

Death of Brigid Gaffney Crimlin Crosskeys at Saint Phelim’s Hospital at an early age. In recent times she lived in Upper Main Street and is survived by her brothers and sisters. Funeral from Saint Matthew’s Church Drumavaddy to the adjoining cemetery.

Lourdes Invalid Fund are collecting to send a record seven invalids to Lourdes this year. All donations to Nellie Gargan ‘Ritz Bar’ or Peggy Willock The Surgical Hospital. All persons donating will be remembered in Masses at the Grotto in Lourdes.

Cavan Urban District Council pass a vote of sympathy with the family of the late Robert Simpson Swellan a distinguished past member of the Council. The vote was proposed by Johnny Murray and seconded by his neighbour JP Walsh who described Robbie Simpson as being highly regarded in the community and a thorough gentleman. The Chairman Tom Fitzpatrick Vice Chairman Paddy Conaty and Joe McGovern all spoke in glowing terms of Robbie’s service and popularity in the community.

August 15^th1964 Cavan native Paddy Fleming son of the late Tom Fleming Sacristan Cavan Cathedral makes a presentation on behalf of the workers to Gerry Whelan ‘Whelan’s Shoes’ who is celebrating 25 years in business in Cootehill.

Seamus Fox and Margaret English win the President’s Prize (Bertie Cullen’s ) at County Cavan Golf Club. Danny O Kelly and Una Smith were runners up. In form Margaret English wins the Captain’s Connie McEntee’s prize with Kathleen Kenny runner up while Muriel Doherty had the best gross.

The eagerly awaited clash of Cavan and Kerry in the All Ireland semi final at Croke Park will be refereed by John Dowling of Offaly. Cavan are expected to start slight favourites after their astounding defeat of Down and have been in full time training at Saint Norbert’s College Kilnacrott under the watchful eye of Mick Higgins team manager and Matt Lynch physical trainer.

Charlie Leddy drapery merchant Drumsilla Butlersbridge has a miraculous escape from death as a hay bailer travelling along the road penetrates his car just missing his head as he passed out the tractor and trailer on the Cavan road near Crosskeys.

Pat Hourican Main Street wins £13-6-8 in the Gael Linn pools with the promoter being Raymond .Carroll Highfield Road.

Extra Gadai mobilised to deal with the large influx of cattle at Cavan Fair where the prices were down an average of £2 per head. Horses too were in good supply resulting in the lowest prices of the summer. Two year olds £55-65 three year olds £70-80 milch cows £45-55 springers £65-75 mincers £35-45. Working horses £50-60 ponies £25-30 colts and fillies £45-50 knackers £45-55 donkies £8-12. Casseogs £32-38 and bonhams £12-14 per pair.

Over 50 old fishermen and friends attend the reunion and barbecue at the Pleasure House Killykeen. Pictured are John McCaffrey J Dunne Tommy ‘Bowey’ Farrelly Barney Connolly. George V Maloney Junior John English with guitar who performed a duet with George Maloney Jack McCann Phil Smith Jimmy Carmichael on violin and Alex Dempsey on the accordion. A presentation of a bouquet of flowers was made to Mrs Sarah Jackson for her kindness courtesy and welcome down many years to the Pleasure House where she cooked and catered for the many families from the town. Her son Maurice provided the luxury transport to and from the venue while Tommy Smyth Butlersbridge provide the lighting with his brother Mick supplying the public address. Andy O Connell ‘The Kesh’ provided the refreshments on a memorable never to be forgotten evening at Killykeen in ideal weather conditions..

August 22^nd 1964 John McDonnell youngest son of Pat and the late Helen McDonnell qualifies as a Dental Surgeon taking his BDS at University College Dublin. Educated at the Poor Clare’s De La Salle and Saint Patrick’s College where he was a member of the McRory football team. John has taken up an appointment in Bangor county Down.

Marlene Carroll daughter of Paddy and Kathleen Carroll Highfield Road passes her entrance exam to the Domestic Economy College Cathal Brugha Street Dublin where there were over 1,000 applicants for twenty places. Marlene was educated at the Poor Clare’s and Saint Louis Convent where she was a scholarship student. She later attended the Domestic Economy College in Bundoran where she received first class honours in her diploma in 1963.

Martin Luther King Junior addresses millions of Americans at the Lincoln Memorial in Washington with his famous ‘I Have a Dream’ speech paving the way for equal rights for all citizens of the USA regardless of their race or colour..

Cavan Fleadh Cheoil in Bailieborough is opened by Father Dan Gallogly attracting 17,000 visitors.

John F Cogan Patrick J McCabe Micheal Greenan Francis Curran Peter J Casey John J Cusack James Fitzsimmons Liam D Shanaghy Brendan Gormley and John P Lee are among the leading names achieving high grades at Saint Patrick’s College in the intermediate certificate examinations.

Ailish Donohoe Dublin Road is the leading exhibitor in the home crafts at Arva Show-winning 7 firsts 10 seconds and 1 3rd.

Good news for the Cavan camp preparing for Sunday’s All Ireland semi final against Kerry is that Tom Lynch has flown in from the USA to join his team mates as they wind down their training and centre field partner Ray Carolan is responding to treatment for a leg injury sustained in the Ulster Final win over Down. Cavan must be spurred on by their inept performance in the corresponding fixture against Roscommon two years ago when they were left beaten and dispirited on a real off day. This is Cavan and Kerry’s 7th meeting at this stage in the championship 1923 1925 1926 1933 1940 and 1955. Cavan winning on only one occasion in 1933 at Breffni Park. They have met twice in the All Ireland Final 1937 when they finished level and replay when Kerry ‘disgraced’ themselves with a display of outrageous thuggery and brutality. Cavan reaped full and sweet revenge in 1947 comprehensively beating the Kingdom 2-11 to 2-7 in the Polo Grounds All Ireland Final in New York.

Drumalee are much too good for Cavan Gael’s in the 2nd round of the Junior Championship winning as they liked 5-10 to 1-7 at Breffni Park. Donie Fay was chief marksman with a personal tally of 1-5 while Tommy Molloy shot over 2 fifty yards kicks. Raymond Carroll was the star in defence while Frankie Walsh and Paddy Lyons gave Drumalee the distinctive edge in midfield. Donie Fay Noel Donohoe and Micheal Greenan converted every opportunity that came their way with telling accuracy. Only Brendan Keaney Gerard Carroll Larry Ready Jackie Sheridan Sean Galligan and John Sullivan played anywhere near their best form for an out of sorts Cavan Gael’s. Drumalee led by 2-7 to 1-3 at the interval. Drumalee Tony Coyle Fergus McAuley Sean Woods S Fay M Reilly Tommy Molloy Raymond Carroll Frankie Walsh Paddy Lyons T McAuley Tom Flynn Micheal Greenan Noel Donohoe Brendan Young and Donie Fay. Gael’s Paddy McNamara Tony McConnell Brendan Keaney Donal Crowe Michael Cooke Gerry Carroll PJ Carroll Sean Guider Larry Ready Brian Reilly John Sullivan Jackie Sheridan Sean Galligan and Eamonn Brady. Sub Dermot Smith for Eamonn Brady. Referee John Brady Mullahoran.

Bishop Quinn officiates at the 8 am Mass on the Feast of the Assumption with Father Eamonn Mansfield at 10 am and 11:30 Pat Donohoe home from the missions in Korean celebrating the Mass. The 7:30 evening Mass was celebrated by Father Joe Dolan Adm assisted by newly ordained Father Kevin O Rourke who leaves for Korea on the 28th August calling to New York to officiate at the wedding of his brother Joe who is marrying Ann O Dowd youngest daughter of Mr and Mrs O Dowd Hibernian Bank Kingscourt and then on to Montreal to stay a couple of days with brother Charlie before landing in Korea on the 1st October 1964. Kevin is youngest son of Teresa and the late Frank O Rourke Market Square Cavan.

August 29^th 1964 Virginia is Ireland’s tidiest town organised by Bord Failte. New Inn county Tipperary was 2nd. Mountnuggent is 1st in its category.

Over 130 visitors on chartered flight from New York organised by the Cavan Association. They will spend 5 weeks in Cavan as guests of the ‘Failte’ festival committee including tours to places of interest throughout county Cavan as well as social cultural and sporting events. Some of the visitors headed straight for Croke Park to witness the Cavan and Kerry All Ireland football semi final.

Cavan are disgraced in poor ill contested All Ireland semi final going under to a very moderated Kerry team at Croke Park 2-12 to 0-6. Kerry were out of the blocks quicker and faster against a Cavan team that was ill prepared and totally off the pace for this standard of football. They were yards slower and once Kerry inserted a bit of steel into the contest hung back. “It was easier than taking the sweets from a child”. The side line too were in panic from the off and had used their full quota of what proved to be an almost non existent bench by half time. Indeed one sub playing under the name Nulty was home from the missions in America and never played for Cavan before emerging before the start with a cine camera to record ‘the big day’. ‘Not since Kerry toyed with Monaghan in the 1930 All Ireland Final has their been a sadder more disgraceful day for Ulster football’ Cavan got the dream start with Charlie Gallagher scoring a great point within 30 seconds but after that Kerry took control leading 1-5 to 0-4 at the interval. It was apparent from the start that Tom Lynch was totally and completely out of condition and his partner Ray Carolan was carrying an injury with his thigh being heavily strapped. Tom Maguire until he dropped from sheer exhaustion late in the game and to a lesser extent Gabriel Kelly Tony Morris and PJ Gorman emerged with their reputations untarnished. Up front Jimmy O Donnell and Peter Pritchard were engaged in the occasional surge on the Kerry goal. It was 10 minutes into the second half that ‘the roof caved in ‘ for Cavan with Kerry hitting a purple patch with Mick O Dwyer scoring a great point followed by a Tom Long point a Tony Barrett goal on 13 minutes and Mick O Dwyer again on 14 minutes to surge into a 2-9 to 0-5 lead. From there to the end Kerry were all over Cavan with most of the Breffni supporters well on their way up Jone’s Road vowing never to return to Croke Park for this type of humiliation again.. Tony Morris finished out the scoring for Cavan with a late point. The team that did duty for Cavan on this best to be forgotten occasion was PJ Gorman Gabriel Kelly PJ McCaffrey Tony Morris Jimmy Stafford Tom Maguire Frank Kennedy Ray Carolan Tom Lynch John Joe O Reilly Jimmy O Donnell Peter Pritchard Mattie Cahill Charlie Gallagher and Jim McDonnell Captain. Subs Hugh Barney O Donohoe for Tom Lynch A Morris for Mattie Cahill and A Nulty for John Joe O Reilly. Referee John Dowling Offaly.

Una Smith wins the Perpetual Cup ladies’ section at County Cavan Golf Club with Mrs Benny Hickey 2nd

Con P Smith President of the Cavan Association in Dublin is at hand to welcome and deliver an address of welcome to the Cavan emigrants returning from New York for the five week ‘Failte Festival’ in Cavan. Cavan Boy Scout’s Band played Irish airs during the reception at the Crofton Airport Hotel with Father Joe Dolan Adm Cavan joining in the welcoming ceremony before many of the emigrants headed to Croke Park for the match.

Death of George Carroll at the Shankill Hospital in Cork last Friday. He was a former postman and served with distinction in the British Army during World War 1. He was one of Cavan’s best known and most loved characters and had achieved an advanced age. He died at the residence of his daughter in Cork. He was father of well known Insurance and Gael Linn promoter Paddy Carroll 9 Highfield Road and Mrs Masterson Saint Patrick’s Terrace Swellan. There was a large and representative attendance at the funeral and removal from the Cathedral of Saints Patrick and Felim Cavan with burial later in Cullies cemetery.

Children of the Poor Clare’s Saint Joseph’s orphanage Cavan have a day out in Dublin courtesy of the Cavan- Dublin Association visiting the Zoo Dublin Airport Dail Eireann and the National Museum. Later they were entertained to high tea by members of the association.

Sympathy is extended to Mrs Surgeon Maloney ‘Rineen’ on the death of her brother Timothy O Regan MPSI South Terrace Cork.

John McCaffrey accompanied by Barney Connolly his son James home on holiday from Germany where he is serving with the British Army and nephew Peter McCaffrey catch an amazing 70 dozen perch in three day’s fishing at Lough Oughter. The fish averaged ½ lbs each.

Death of Frank Sullivan Creighan Terrace in Scotland. He was a member of a well known highly respected Cavan family. Survived by his wife son daughter3 brothers and one sister all in New York.

Presentation of sacred vestments to Fathers Kevin O Rourke Pat Donohoe returning to Korea Eamonn Mansfield CSSP on his way to Mauritius by Fathers Joe Dolan Adm and Father McAuley CC Crosserlough on behalf of the Apostolic Society in the’ Rival’s Inn ‘ Cavan.

September 5^th 1964 Poppy McNamara in gun battle at the New York Bank were he works as a security guard. First he foiled the raid by an armed gunman then gave chase exchanging fire with the thief. Near to the George Washington Bridge the policemen joined in the chase and the gunman was shot dead with Poppy only receiving a bullet that penetrated his outer jacket. Poppy’s wife Anne and his daughter Mary are holidaying in Cavan at the moment.

Death of Susan Conaty Alackan wife of the late John Conaty well known farmer in the area. She was an extremely decent religious person and was very charitable and generous to those in the community less well off. She was mother of well known licensed vintner Benny Conaty Connolly Street. She is survived by her sons daughters relatives and friends. There was an overflow attendance at the funeral in Saint Brigid’s Church with burial later in Saint Brigid's cemetery Killygarry.

Tony Smith Kilcogy wins the senior fiddle at Cavan Fleadh Cheoil promoted in connection with the ‘Failte Festival’. Tin Whistle 1st Oliver O Reilly Kilnaleck 2nd Bernadette McDermott Killeshandra. Ballad singing Ann Maguire 12 Breffni Terrace. Junior tin whistle J Fox Drumbee Kilnaleck. Senior Accordion John Sweeney Oakland California. Hornpipe and set dancing 1st Marie Soden Upper Main Street. Senior Eight hand reel Cumainn Rinnce an Cabhain. Mary Kane and Margo Galligan of Vera Brady’s won the 1st prize for the best dressed window sponsored by Cavan Chamber of Commerce.

Bailieborough will play Cootehill in the semi final of the senior championship in Breffni Park next Sunday.

September 12^th 1964 Sean O Siochan is appointed General Secretary of the GAA succeeding fellow county man the late Padraig O Keeffe. Con Murphy Cork Liam Hastings of Mayo Maurice Hayes Down Kevin Heffernan Dublin and Seamus Duke Roscommon were among those nominated for the position. Sean O Siochan is aged 50 noted player and administrator. Native of Macroom, he played with the Cork minor footballers in 1932. He won a Cork senior football medal with Macroom in 1931. Later represented Saint Patrick’s Training College Drumcondra lining out with Erin’s Hope from 1932-1934 on the hurling team. He won an Under 21 Dublin championship medal and represented Cork juniors in 1933. He played a wing forward on the Cork senior football team from 1935 and was honoured by Munster in 1936. He was appointed national teacher to Haddington Road Dublin. He won a Dublin senior football medal with Clann Na Gael Dublin in 1937. He later played hurling with Dublin for many years. An accomplished referee he took charge of many of the big provincial finals. He was appointed clerical officer with the GAA from 1946. He is a famous ballad singer and raconteur appearing regularly on radio Eireann..

‘Failte’ festival arrange outing to Clough Oughter Castle Kilmore Cathedral of Saints Patrick and Felim Cavan Saint Mary’s Abbey and Drumlane Abbey. The tour was guided by Fathers Charles Travers and Frank McKiernan both professors in Saint Patrick’s College..

Two complete sets of Mass outfits and 91 set of vestments are on display at the annual Apostolic Worker’s Display in Saint Augustine’s Hall.

Death of Michael Brady Drumsilla Butlersbridge in Saint Felim’s Hospital Cavan at the age of only 54. Farmer and well known at fairs and markets throughout the area. Outstanding footballer with Saint Aidan’ GFC, he later was an invaluable member of the committee. Survived by his two sisters. Saint Aidan’s GFC supplied the guard of honour at the funeral where Father PJ McManus officiated in Saint Aidan’s Church with burial later in Saint Aidan’s cemetery.

Open Fourball at County Cavan Golf Club is won by Dr Dominick McCabe and Phil Lawlor 2nd Noel Martin and John McCormack.

Bailieboro qualify for the senior football final with a facile win over an ageing Cootehill team 3-8 to 1-4. Bailieboro were very fit and eager in a totally one sided affair leading 1-6 to 1-0 at the interval. Pat Clarke was man of the match scoring points and setting up scores for his team mates. Pat Keogan scored the goal that booked Bailieboro’s place in the final. Charlie Gallagher Brian Gallagher and Hughie Sherlock never captured the form of old and Cootehill were really never in the hunt. Bailieboro J Ruske “Smith” Felim Kelly PJ Liggan Martin Kelly Gabriel Kelly T Leddy T Magee Peter Pritchard G McBreen D Bonner M McGurk Pat Keogan Pat Clarke and T O Reilly. In the minor final Crosserlough beat a very solid strong Cornafean side 1-7 to 1-5 in one of the best minor games to be played at the venue. The sides were locked at 1-3 each at half time. Michael O Callaghan Percy Gilchreest Dominick Boylan Paddy and Michael Cusack were the stars for Crosserlough.

Gabriel Kelly star Bailieborough and Cavan footballer helps Arnott’s to beat Clery’s to retain the Kicham Cup in the inter drapery final at Croke Park.

Michael and Mrs Ryan Abbey Street celebrate the golden jubilee of their marriage which took place on September 14th 1914 in Saint Patrick’s Cathedral Cavan. Very Rev Hugh Brady Adm officiated. Mr Ryan is a veteran of the British Army fighting in World War 1. They have 3 sons 1daughter and one grandchild.

Gerard Cusack Saint Phelim’s Place secures first place in University Scholarship sponsored by Cavan County Council.

John Cahill’s farm comprising of a residence and 56 acres at Hanes Cavan is withdrawn when the bidding reached £4,000 with the opening bid being £3,000. The highest bidder when auctioneer Con P Smith adjourned the auction was T McGovern Lisdarn. LCP Smith had carriage.

Sympathy is extended to Liam Bogue on the death of his mother Anne Bogue 1 Saint Mary’s Villa’s Drogheda. Funeral to Calvary cemetery Drogheda after High Mass in Saint Mary’s Church Drogheda.

James Smith Breffni Motors has his brother Patrick Smith home on holidays from the USA after 34 years staying with him for a well deserved break. Native of Corrahoe Lavey he is also brother of Michael Smith Oakvale Service Station Farnham Road and served with distinction with the American forces in World War 2.

Good demand for pigs and cattle at Cavan Fair but price of horses fillies and colts fall by an average of £5 per head. Yearlings £36-40 two year old £50-60 three year old £65-70 milch cows £45-55 heifers £65-70 working horses £45-50 ponies £35-40 six month foals £25-30 donkies £8-12. Bonhams £12-14 per pair carrying sows £35-40.

Untimely death of Doctor William J Flannery Farnham Street Cavan at the age of 62. He was medical officer Saint Phelim’s Hospital and had a busy general practice in Cavan town for many years. Son of the late Canon William F Flannery Ballytrust Ballyjamesduff. He was educated in Dublin and later Portora Royal School Enniskillen. He qualified as a doctor at the College of Surgeons in 1925. He was a surgeon in the Royal Navy from 1930 and set up a general practice in Cavan some 30 years ago. He was an outstanding tennis player and a leading member of the Cavan Lawn Tennis Club where he formed a great double’s partnership with his wife playing regularly up to a few short years ago. He was deservedly popular with all classes and creeds. Dr William Flannery is survived by his wife Ellen and son William a management consultant in Dublin. There was an overflow attendance at the funeral service in Saint John’s Church of Ireland Parish Church with burial later in Kilmore cemetery.

The in form Una Smith Farnham Street wins Minnie McCarren’s Prize at County Cavan Golf Club. Joan O Hanlon had the best gross and was also runner up in the open section while the special prizes were won by Nell Arnold and Kathleen Morgan.

The total rainfall for August 1964 was a respectable 3.54 inches on 20 rainy days the heaviest being .85 on the 16th August. In August 1963 4.00 inches fell on 23 rainy days.

Lord Erne of Crom Castle buys the adjoining farm and residence of John Leahy for a sum in the region of £20,000. John did a lot of drainage and development on the land in the last twelve months on the 200 acre farm that straddles the River Erne. John is a native of Ballymachugh Mountnuggent.

September 19^th 1964 Cavan Gael’s beat Cornafean in the Cavan senior league 1963 semi final 1-7 to 0-6 and will now play Ballyconnell in the final. Donal Crowe Eamonn McGovern at centre half Jack McEntee and PJ Carroll at centre field Jackie Sheridan Larry Ready and Phil Murray were outstanding for the Gael’s . In the curtain raiser Drumalee disposed of Drumavaddy 1-10 to 0-1 in the junior league 1963 with Tony Coyle in goal Raymond Carroll at full back Tommy Molloy Joe Browne Paddy Lyons and Frankie Walsh at centre field outstanding. Donie Fay Micheal Greenan Fergus McAuley and Michael Smith converted every opportunity that came their way. Drumalee led by 0-6 to 0-1 at the interval.

At Ballyconnell in desperate weather conditions Butlersbridge beat Ballyconnell 1-7 to 1-3 in the senior league 1963. Con Smith Johnny Cusack Brian Myles Tom Sheridan and Terry Smith were the stars for the ‘Bridge.

Death of one of Cavan’s best known and most loved characters James Fox ‘The White House’ Main Street and College Street at the residence of his brother in law in Belfast. He founded the well known shoe and boot store ‘Fox’s’ in 1915 and built the business to become an institution with generations of Cavan people. Providing quality and value he was one of the biggest advertiser’s in the early years of the Anglo Celt and his annual discount sale of ¾ in the £ attracted shoppers from all over the country in January each year. James was a well known actor and singer and was a leading member of both the Cathedral Choral Society and the Cathedral Choir. He won many awards for acting all over the country and was considered to be of professional standard. He is survived by his wife Mary sons Seamus and Michael daughters Maureen and Kathleen. Father PJ McManus CC officiated at the funeral in the well attended and representative congregation in the Cathedral with burial later in Killygarry.

Cavan Nurse’s first annual dinner dance is fixed for December in the new ballroom of the Ulster Arms Hotel.

Disabled artists exhibition in Saint Augustine’s Hall attracts a very large crowds with Christy Brown performing miracles to paint some wonderful Cavan scenes, Father Joe Dolan Adm opened the exhibition and was presented with an original painting by Christy Browne to be raffled for Parish funds. Anthony Murphy organizer urged people to purchase their Christmas cards which were their main source of income for the disabled artists association.

Death of Sean O Casey famous Irish playwright following a heart attack in Torquay where he has resided for many years. An exile from Ireland since the Abbey refused to stage the ‘Silver Tassie’.in 1958. He later took out an injunction banning the performance of all his plays in Ireland after Archbishop John Charles McQuaid objected to one of his plays being performed at the Dublin Theatre Festival.

September 26^th 1964 Cavan town teams win the men’s and ladies’ novices class at the Red Cross tests in the ‘Rival’s Inn’ Cavan. Dr Roy Hayes and Dr Noel Tierney were the examiners. The Cavan teams were Betty Breslin Maureen Goldrick team leader Maureen Barrett and Kathy Gilchreest. Men Paddy Conaty Micheal Smyth Tommy Goldrick team leader Jim Simpson and D O Connor.

Margaret Kilkenny Ann O Reilly Pauline Patten Betty Ligen Kay Mullery and Catherine Finegan are among the leading performers in the Inter Cert examination results at Loreto College.

On a beautiful autumn day Paddy Smith Minister for Agriculture presents the National Tidy Town awards in Virginia this year’s overall winner.

PJ O Neil picks the fast skillful Galway team to overcome Kerry in the All Ireland senior football final in which Fintan Tierney who has already taken charge of the Junior Final will officiate as an umpire. Kerry are going for their 21st title while Galway are bidding for their 5th title.

For safety reasons the spire of the Poor Clare Convent is removed and so disappears one of Cavan’s oldest landmarks.

Death of Maureen McGovern NT Cathedral Road at the age of 68. She retired 3 years ago and was wife of Owen McGovern NT Drumkilly. She was a native of Ballinagh and sister of former legendary Cavan Administrator Father James J O Reilly. Afte