Tag: history

Meeting the Great Muhammad Ali in the 1970s

When in the 1970s I was visiting relatives in Surrey I went to visit the headquarters of the BBC and just happened to be at the Reception Desk when I became aware of an exciting group of people entering the front door of the famous building. I couldn't believe it when I became aware that it was the great Muhammad Ali with his entourage and supporters arriving to participate in a television interview. I so regretted not having had a camera with me on such an historic occasion but the memory is so precious. We offer our sincere sympathy to all of his family, friends and fans on the sad departure of this truly great and charismatic gentleman and sportsman to his Eternal Reward. (S.R.)
When in the 1970s I was visiting relatives in Surrey, England I went to visit the headquarters of the BBC in London and just happened to be at the Reception Desk when I became aware of an excited group of people entering the front door of the famous building. I couldn’t believe it when I discovered that it was the great Muhammad Ali with his entourage and supporters arriving to participate in a television interview. I so regretted not having had a camera with me on such an historic occasion but the memory is so precious. We offer our sincere sympathy to all of his family, friends and fans on the sad departure of this truly great and charismatic gentleman and sportsman supreme to his Eternal Reward. (S.R.)

Jerry Lehane’s Superb Images of a Snowy Square of Bygone Days

We thank Jerry Lehane for these two wonderful images of a snowy Square in the Millstreet of the 1960s or 1970s. We've been trying to read the Posters on the window of McCarthy's Bar - One reads "Whist Drive". And note the VW car outside the Jeweller's Shop. The petrol pumps outside Lucey's Garage are also visible. We welcome the suggestions as to what Christmas it is exactly. Our Museum is being officially reopened on this Wednesday, 14th Oct. at 7pm. Click on the images to enlarge. (S.R.)
We thank Jerry Lehane of Ballydaly and Minor Row for these two wonderful images of a snowy Square in the Millstreet of the 1960s or 1970s.  It was the late Tadhg O’Driscoll who took the truly historic pictures.  We’ve been trying to read the Posters on the window of McCarthy’s Bar – One reads “Whist Drive”. And note the VW car owned by the Healy Family outside the Jeweller’s Shop. The petrol pumps outside Lucey’s Garage are also visible. We welcome the suggestions as to what Christmas it is exactly. Our Museum is being officially reopened on this Wednesday, 14th Oct. at 7pm. Click on the images to enlarge.   (S.R.)

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Patrick O’Leary Discovers a Wealth of Family History in Millstreet

Patrick O'Leary from Kentucky, USA has been staying in Millstreet over the past week and as a Researcher supreme Patrick has discovered a wealth of extra knowledge about his Adrivale roots and he has very kindly been sharing it with his Cousins of whom I am one also. We've all learned such an amount about our O'Leary roots. Here we see Patrick visiting Millstreet Museum last Sunday pointing to the much admired Kentucky Silver and Glass. Click on the image to enlarge. (S.R.)
Patrick O’Leary from Kentucky, USA has been staying in Millstreet over the past week and as a Researcher supreme Patrick has discovered a wealth of extra knowledge about his Adrivale roots and he has very kindly been sharing it with his Cousins of whom I am one also. We’ve all learned such an amount about our O’Leary roots.  Here we see Patrick visiting Millstreet Museum last Sunday pointing to the much admired Kentucky Silver and Glass. Click on the image to enlarge. (S.R.)

Jerry Lehane Introduces the Historic 1915 Pádraig Pearse Poster

Jerry Lehane delivered the wonderfully historic 1915 Poster to my home this morning. The hugely interesting item which has been carefully researched by Noreen Meaney and the dedicated Coordinating Committee and so creatively reproduced by Declan Crowley of Milltech, is a true gem and will receive pride of place at Millstreet Museum. It's now only a fortnight away from the much anticipated unveiling of the very special commemorative plaque at Corkery's Bar in West End, Millstreet on Sat. 22nd August 2015 after Evening Mass. Click on the images to enlarge. (S.R.)
Jerry Lehane delivered the wonderfully historic 1915 Poster to my home this morning. The hugely interesting item which has been carefully researched by Noreen Meaney and the dedicated Coordinating Committee and so creatively reproduced by Declan Crowley of Milltech, is a true gem and will receive pride of place at Millstreet Museum. It’s now only a fortnight away from the much anticipated unveiling of the very special commemorative plaque at Corkery’s Bar in West End, Millstreet on Sat. 22nd August 2015 after Evening Mass. Click on the images to enlarge. (S.R.)

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It was Jerry Lehane who on Sunday 5th April 2015 delivered the magnificent keynote address at the Easter Commemoration at the Square in which he shared such a marvellous insight into the visit of the famous Pádraig Pearse to Millstreet on 22nd August 2015.
It was Jerry Lehane who on Sunday 5th April 2015 delivered the magnificent keynote address at the Easter Commemoration at the Square in which he shared such a marvellous insight into the visit of the famous Pádraig Pearse to Millstreet on 22nd August 2015.

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Kerry Archaeological & Historical Society Enjoy Millstreet Tour on Sunday

On Sunday, 12th July 2015 we were delighted to welcome members from Kerry Archaeological & Historical Society to Millstreet. A pictorial feature is being prepared but here we share two images from the Church visit section of our tour. Click on the pictures to enlarge. (S.R.)
On Sunday, 12th July 2015 we were delighted to welcome members from Kerry Archaeological & Historical Society to Millstreet. A pictorial feature is being prepared but here we share two images from the Church visit section of our tour. Click on the pictures to enlarge.   (S.R.)

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Millstreet Visit on Sunday by Kerry Archaeological & Historical Society

KERRY ARCHAEOLOGICAL & HISTORICAL SOCIETY will host a History Outing led by Fr. Seán Tucker & Seán Radley visiting  Millstreet Museum, Drishane, Kilmeedy Castle & Upper Ballydaly and more on Sunday 12th  July 2015.  Meet at Carnegie Hall at 2.30p.m.    All are very welcome!

Having recently welcomed Taoiseach Enda Kenny to Millstreet Museum - Fr. Seán Tucker and I are delighted to extend a céad míle fáilte to the many members of Kerry Archaeological & Historical Society on Sunday at 2.30pm to the Museum as an introduction to its official tour of Millstreet 2015. Click on the image to enlarge. (S.R.)
Having recently welcomed Taoiseach Enda Kenny to Millstreet Museum – Fr. Seán Tucker and I are delighted to extend a céad míle fáilte to the many members of Kerry Archaeological & Historical Society on Sunday at 2.30pm to the Museum as an introduction to its official tour of Millstreet 2015. Click on the image to enlarge. (S.R.)

Unveiling of Monument Commemorating Centenary of Visit of Pádraig Pearse on 22nd of August 1915

We thank Jack Lane for the following important notice (S.R.):

Unveiling of Monument Commemorating Centenary of Visit of Pádraig Pearse on 22nd of August 1915

Event Details

A plaque unveiled commemorating the centenary of Pádraig Pearse’s visit to Millstreet on 22nd of August 1915 where he addressed an aeridheacht & later dined.

Event Type: History

Primary Category: Local History

Times/Venues

22nd August 2015 19:30 PM to 20:30 PM

Venue Name: Corkerys Bar

Address: Main Street, Millstreet, Co. Cork, Ireland

County: Cork County

 

Cost/Booking

Is Booking Required: No

Admission Fee: Free

Access Details

Suitable for Children: Yes

Wheelchair Access: Full

Car parking Available: Yes

Organiser Details

Event Organiser/Organisation: Millstreet Monuments Committee

Email: duhallow @eircom.net

Telephone: 02960633

 

Wonderful Millstreet Christmas Stamp of Church Window Now Available

Patricia Moynihan of An Post shares the truly historic occasion of the now famous Millstreet Christmas Stamp arriving in Millstreet on Tuesday, 11th Nov. 2014 - Patricia (on right) is pictured at Millstreet Museum . Below we observe the stamp which was presented by Patricia to Millstreet Museum and we also share an image of the Church Window where we note the detail on the second division showing the angel with the blue halo on the left. Click on the images to enlarge. (S.R.)
Patricia Moynihan of An Post shares the truly historic occasion of the now famous Millstreet Christmas Stamp arriving in Millstreet on Tuesday, 11th Nov. 2014 – Patricia (on right) is pictured at Millstreet Museum with Mary Cronin. Below we observe the stamp which was presented by Patricia to Millstreet Museum and we also share an image of the Church Window where we note the detail on the second division showing the angel with the blue halo on the left which features on the stamp.   A special Millstreet launch of the stamp is envisaged later.   Click on the images to enlarge.   (S.R.)

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The historic occasion of the choice of the Millstreet Church Window would have been further enhanced if the name of the Church and the name of the Photographer (Bill Power) had appeared on the stamp also! But we all know the actual background to this marvellously uplifting occasion.
The historic occasion of the choice of the Millstreet Church Window would have been further enhanced if the name of the Church and the name of the Photographer (Bill Power) had appeared on the stamp also!  But, at least, we all know the actual background to this marvellously uplifting occasion.

Recording of Duhallow’s Historic Graves – Information Evening on 11th November 2014 at IRD Duhallow

Recording of Duhallow’s Historic Graves – Information Evening November 11th 2014

Following a very successful programme on how to Care, Conserve and Record Duhallow’s Historic Graveyards we are now calling out to all communities within Duhallow on how we can further develop this programme. All Community members interested in recording the stories of the historic graveyards in their area using 21st century technology are invited to attend an information session at the James O’ Keeffe Institute, Newmarket on the 11th of November 2014 at 7.30p.m. John Tierney of Eachtra Archeological Projects will be speaking at this event. The information session is free for everyone but we ask that people register for the session by contacting Mary Creedon on 029 60633. Light refreshments will be served on the night and all are welcome.

We thank Mary Creedon of IRD Duhallow for this important notice.  (S.R.)