Biographical Notices of Clare-born in Australian Newspapers 1883 - 1900
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Biographical Notices of Clare-born in
Australian Newspapers 1883 - 1900 |
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Australian Biographical Newspaper Extracts |
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1 January 1883 - 31 December 1900 |
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Australia |
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National Library of Australia
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Margaret O’Heir, Queensland, Australia |
Gippsland Times (Vic. : 1861 - 1954) Wednesday 3 January 1883 Edition:
Morning. p 3 Family Notices
O'KELLY—McDONALD.—On the 27th ultimo, at St. Mary's R. C.
Church, Sale, by the Rev. J. L. Hegarty, assisted by the Rev. P. O'Donohoe,
Edward M. O'Kelly, son of the late Jeremiah O'Kelly, County Clare, Ireland,
to Mary, only daughter of the late William McDonald, of Geelong.
The Australian, Windsor, Richmond, and Hawkesbury Advertiser
(NSW : 1873 - 1899) Saturday 6 January 1883 p 3 Article
THE Irish Times correspondent says: " Great distress exists in County
Clare owing to the failure of the potato crop, epidemic among the pigs,
and the dear prices demanded for all articles of food. The latter is caused
by the tax levied on farmers by the Crime Act, and which has proved a
very heavy burden. The country presents a most melancholy and uninviting
appearance. Fields and meadows are deluged with water, and men, women
and children, pigs, calves, cows, dogs, and chickens are herded together
in a conglomerated mass in miserable dwellings unfit for the habitation
of any human being. The parish priest at Milltown Malbay writes a gloomy
letter to the Freeman's Journal, stating that before two months have passed
at least 100 families of the poorer people in his parish will be utterly
destitute, and compelled to depend on charity for sustenance. He appeals
for aid to prevent them from starving.
Launceston Examiner (Tas. : 1842 - 1899) Saturday 27
January 1883 p 1 Family Notices
HERRICK - On 16th January, at her residence, Sassafras, Bridget, the beloved
wife of Mr. James Herrick, in her 44th year; highly esteemed and much
regretted. Deceased was a native of County Clare, Ireland. R.I.P.
The Sydney Morning Herald (NSW : 1842 - 1954) Saturday
27 January 1883 p 1 Family Notices
MCINERNEY--O'CONNOR. -January 2,. at the Sacred Heart Church, by the Rev.
Father Garvey, Thomas, second son of Thomas McInerney, of Ardsoleus, county
Clare, Ireland, to Ellen O'Connor, only daughter of the late John O'Connor,
of Skibbereen, county Cork, Ireland, and niece of Mrs.W. H. Palmer, Rushcutter
Bay.
The Sydney Morning Herald (NSW : 1842 - 1954) Tuesday
13 February 1883 p 1 Family Notices
GOURLEY-MCINERNEY. -February 2,1883, at the residence of the Rev. J. P.
Piquet, James Whyte Gourley, to Kate, second daughter or Thomas McInerney,
Ardsullus, County Clare. Home papers please copy.
The Sydney Morning Herald (NSW : 1842 - 1954) Friday
23 February 1883 p 1 Family Notices
KEENAN-RYAN.—February 20, 1883, at St. Patrick's Chapel, Sydney,
by the Rev. Father Piquet, Harry Thomas, youngest son of the late John
Keenan, Esq., merchant, Dublin, to Maggie, second youngest daughter of
the late Michael Ryan, Esq., County Clare, Ireland.
The Brisbane Courier (Qld. : 1864 - 1933) Wednesday 14
March 1883 p 5 Article
THE Maryborough Chronicle of the 10th instant gives the following particulars
respecting the accident by which Peter Malony came by his death at the
Burrum on Tuesday night last. He arrived at the Burrum from Maryborough
on Monday, and on the following day went to work for Messrs. Fountain
and Co. In the evening after knocking off work he expressed a desire to
go and see the town- ship of Howard. Two men accompanied him, one named
M'Grath and the other Hannan. On reaching the Howard they commenced drinking,
and kept on apparently till about half-past eleven o clock, at which time
they made a start to return to their camps, which were situated on the
Maryborough side of the river. At the gate-house on the railway line M'Grath
separated from his companions, who then proceeded together as far as the
bridge, Hannan here sat down and went to sleep, and remained in this state
till the next morning, but Malony attempted to cross the bridge, and when
near the opposite side is supposed, through timidity or giddiness, to
have fallen off. At the point from which he fell the bridge is about 43ft.
in height, and underneath there was a pile of iron rails, upon which Malony
was discovered dead on Wednesday morning, by a man named Kenrick, who
at once gave information to the police. There was a deep cut upon his
head, extending from the crown almost to the forehead ; and as far as
could be judged the neck was broken. Malony is said to be a native of
Ennis, County Clare, Ireland.
The South Australian Advertiser (Adelaide, SA : 1858
- 1889) Thursday 15 March 1883 p 4 Family Notices
KEANE.—On the 10th March, at Jamestown, of consumption, Michael,
third beloved son of Matthew and the late Margaret Keane, Kilnamona, Ennis,
County Clare, Ireland, aged 25 years. Home papers please copy. R.I.P.
South Australian Register (Adelaide, SA : 1839 - 1900)
Friday 30 March 1883 p 4 Family Notices
BLOOD.— On the 29th March, Matthew Henry Smyth Blood, M.R.C.S.L.,
in his 77th year, last surviving son of Matthew Blood, formerly of Castlefergus.
County Clare, Ireland.
The Sydney Morning Herald (NSW : 1842 - 1954) Wednesday
4 April 1883 p 1 Advertising
IF either of the QUINN BROTHERS, born at Carhuclough, Ennistymon, County
Clare, Ireland, and left for Australia about 25 years ago, would send
their address to Punch's Hotel, William-street, Sydney, they will hear
of something pleasant. Australian papers please copy.
Launceston Examiner (Tas. : 1842 - 1899) Saturday 21
April 1883 Supplement: Supplement to the Launceston Examiner. p 2 Family
Notices
SHANNON--On 8th April, Mr. James Shannon, aged 40 years, native of the
County Clare, Ireland. R.I.P.
The Sydney Morning Herald (NSW : 1842 - 1954) Thursday
19 April 1883 p 1 Family Notices
BLOOD-March 29, at Kapunda, South Australia, Matthew Henry Smyth Blood,
M.R.C. S.L., in his 77 th year, last surviving son of Matthew Blood, formerly
of Castlefergus, county Clare, Ireland.
The South Australian Advertiser (Adelaide, SA : 1858
- 1889) Friday 11 May 1883 p 4 Family Notices
BEECHMAN.-On the 8th May, near Tarlee, Catherine Beechman, aged 52 years,
formerly of Lyhinch, County Clare, Ireland. Home papers please copy.
South Australian Register (Adelaide, SA : 1839 - 1900)
Monday 14 May 1883 p 2 Advertising
JOHN T. O'DWYER, of Wingfield, County Clare, Ireland, call at once for
important Letters at G.P.O., Adelaide. 134-5
The Brisbane Courier (Qld. : 1864 - 1933) Friday 15 June
1883 p 1 Advertising
JOHN CHARLES SEXTON, native of Drumbighill, Ennis, County Clare, Ireland,
is earnestly requested to communicate with his brother, Michael Sexton,
of Motuoka, Nelson, New Zealand. 8552
The Mercury (Hobart, Tas. : 1860 - 1954) Tuesday 3 July
1883 p 1 Advertising
IF this should meet the eye of MICHAEL DOYLE, or his wife, BRIDGET WHELAN,
who left Bradford, County Clare, Ireland, in 1854, in the ship Columbus,
for Australia, if they will communicate with the. undersigned they will
hear of a good little fortune, left them by a cousin in India.
LAURENCE MURPHY,
Sackville-street, Dublin, ,
Ireland.
The Argus (Melbourne, Vic. : 1848 - 1956) Tuesday 10
July 1883 p 1 Family Notices
SHELTON- RYAN.-On the 21st ult., at St. Patrick's, Stawell, by the Rev.
P. O'Hare, Henry Shelton to Sonia daughter of Matthew Ryan, Esq., Killaloe,
county Clare, Ireland.
The Argus (Melbourne, Vic. : 1848 - 1956) Thursday 12
July 1883 p 1 Family Notices
SHELTON-RYAN -On the 21st ult, at St Patrick's Church, Stawell, by the
Rev. Peter O'Hare, Henry Shelton B.A., inspector of schools, only surviving
son of the late Henry Shelton, Esq., South Yarra, to Susie, daughter of
Matthew Ryan, Esq., Killaloe, County Clare.
The Australasian Sketcher with Pen and Pencil (Melbourne,
Vic. : 1873 - 1889) Monday 30 July 1883 p 151 Family Notices
SHELTON - RYAN - On the 21st ult., at St. Patrick's Church, Stawell, by
the Rev Peter O'Hare, Henry Shelton, BA, Inspect of Schools, only Son
of the late Henry Shelton Esq, South Yarra, to Susie, Daughter of Matthew
Ryan, Esq, Killaloe, COUNTY CLARE.
Illustrated Australian News (Melbourne, Vic. : 1876 -
1889) Wednesday 8 August 1883 p 126 Family Notices
ANDERSON — HILLERY. — On the 10th July, at St. Ig natius'
Roman Catholic Church, Richmond, by the Rev. Joseph Mulhall, S.J., James
Anderson, Esq., of the Council Hotel, and storekeeper, Morgan's Gully,
Kangaroo Ground, to Bridget, the eldest daughter of the late Mr. Michael
Hillery, of Park Brien, Miltown, Malbay, County Clare. Ireland.
The Argus (Melbourne, Vic. : 1848 - 1956) Tuesday 14
August 1883 p 1 Family Notices
FLANIGAN -On the 12th ult, at Gisborne, Victoria, Michael Flanigan, native
of Milltown Malbay, County Clare, brother to Henry Flanigan, Esq., Kinvara,
County Galway
Australian Town and Country Journal (NSW : 1870 - 1907)
Saturday 1 September 1883 p 1 Advertising
TALTY.-MICHAEL and MARTIN TALTY, Carrowduff, Miltown, Malby, County Clare,
who left Ireland about 35 or 40 years ago, their Nephew, JOHN GERAGHTY,
late from home, is anxious to hold communication with them. Address, care
Rev. D. CLANCY, St. Kilda College, Woolloomooloo, Sydney. Any information
as to their whereabouts will be thankfully received.
Australian Town and Country Journal (NSW : 1870 - 1907)
Saturday 8 September 1883 p 38 Article
A petition for judicial separation has been filed in Melbourne by Mrs.
Bridget Reeves, formerly Cahill, against her husband, Edmund Samuel Reeves,
farmer and grazier. The parties were married in April, 1855, at St. Mary's
Catholic Cathedral, Sydney, the respondent being then a widower. The petitioner
was born at Kilfane, near Broadford, County Clare, Ire- land, and is now
56 years of age and the respondent is a native of the County of Suffolk,
England, and is 65 years of age. There have been nine children of the
marriage, the eldest being a married daughter, aged 28 years, and the
youngest a daughter aged ll years.
The Argus (Melbourne, Vic. : 1848 - 1956) Saturday 15
September 1883 p 1 Family Notices
BUTLER. -On the 14th inst, at his residence, Ruby-cottage, Church street,
North Richmond, Mr Michael Butler, formerly of county Clare, Ireland,
aged 72 years. R.I.P.
Kilmore Free Press (Kilmore, Vic. : 1870 - 1954) Thursday
11 October 1883 Edition: MORNING. p 2 Family Notices
MEAHAN--NOLAN.--On 26th September, at St. Michael's Roman Catholic Church,
Horsham, by the Rev. Father O'Farrell, Martin, youngest son of the late
Thomas Meahan, County Clare, Ire- land, to Nora Margaret, daughter of
Mr Patrick Nolan, late of Kilmore, now of Wail near Hors- ham.
The Sydney Morning Herald (NSW : 1842 - 1954) Saturday
20 October 1883 p 1 Family Notices
O'DOWD.-On October 18, at the Sydney Hospital, whilst under chloroform,
John O'Dowd, aged 49 years, native of County Clare, Ireland. May his soul
rest in peace.
Australian Town and Country Journal (NSW : 1870 - 1907)
Saturday 27 October 1883 p 1 Advertising
O'DONOUGHUE.-If this should meet the eye of JOHN O'DONOUGHUE, of Rynana,
New- market and Fergus, County Clare, Ireland, his SISTER will be glad
to hear from him. He was last heard of by his sister ANNIE 19 years ago.
Any letters addressed to Mrs. SCOWN, Chiltern Valley Mine or J. T. WEBB
Bookseller, Chiltern, Victoria, will be promptly replied to, as his sister
BRIDGET is anxiously seeking him.
Australian Town and Country Journal (NSW : 1870 - 1907)
Saturday 3 November 1883 p 1 Advertising
CUSICK.- If this should meet the eye of any of the children of THOMAS
CUSICK, of Cloneloner, near Limerick, County Clare, Ireland, their Aunt,
KATE CUSICK, who came to the colony nearly 30 years ago will be glad to
hear from them, Mrs. MACALISTER, Stanthorpe, Queensland. ._
Australian Town and Country Journal (NSW : 1870 - 1907)
Saturday 8 December 1883 p 1 Advertising
KELLY.-If this should meet the eye of JAMES and DAN KELLY, County Clare,
Ireland. DANIEL REIDY wishes to hear from them. Address. Severn Post-office,
Vegetable Creek Road, near Glen Innes.
South Australian Register (Adelaide, SA : 1839 - 1900)
Monday 10 December 1883 p 2 Advertising
IF this should Meet the Eye of BRIDGET JORDON, marriage name not known,
native of County Clare, Ireland, born near Ennestimon, left there about
thirty years ago, your Niece Bridget Flanigan, daughter of Martin Flanigan,
would be glad to hear from you. Any in- formation will be thankfully received.
Address 17, Myrtle-street, Darlington, near Sydney.
The Sydney Morning Herald (NSW : 1842 - 1954) Monday
7 January 1884 p 1 Advertising
GLEESON.- Mrs. BATH. GLEESON, daughter of Mr. John O'Dea, Balahine, county
Clare, Ireland, will hear of important news from J. PRIOR, 303. Pitt-street,
Sydney.'
South Australian Register (Adelaide, SA : 1839 - 1900)
Saturday 12 January 1884 p 4 Family Notices
HOWARD— EASTHER.— On the 20th December, at Norwood, by the
Rev. Father Peters, S.J., Michael Howard, second son of Mr. Timothy Howard,
Knockmore, County Clare, Ireland, to Helen Easther, second daughter of
Mr. Edward Easther,Belair Hotel, Belair.
The Argus (Melbourne, Vic. : 1848 - 1956) Friday 8 February
1884 p 4 Article
The curator of intestate estates has obtained rules to administer the
estates of the following deceased persons -Susan Blake Clonlohnn, county
Clare Ireland 18th April, 1878;…
The Argus (Melbourne, Vic. : 1848 - 1956) Monday 11 February
1884 p 1 Family Notices
CARROLL--On the 19th December, at Cork, Henry Pierce Carroll Esq., in
his 72nd year, son of the late John Ivers Carroll, solicitor and coroner,
Ennis, County Clare, and father of Mrs Bergin, of Griffiths point.
The Brisbane Courier (Qld. : 1864 - 1933) Thursday 14
February 1884 p 6 Article
8th February, Mary Knox, aged 51 years, from Brisbane and Ipswich hospitals,
born County Clare, Ireland.
South Australian Register (Adelaide, SA : 1839 - 1900)
Wednesday 12 March 1884 p 4 Family Notices
O'BRIEN— HOGAN.— On the 25th February, at the Catholic Church,
Carrieton, by the Rev. Father Landy, Matthew, second son of Mr. John O'Brien
Castletown-Conyers, County Limerick, Ireland, to Kate, third daughter
of Mr. John Hogan, Lisdoonvarna, County Clare, Ireland.
South Australian Register (Adelaide, SA : 1839 - 1900)
Saturday 15 March 1884 Supplement: Supplement to the South Australian
Register. p 4 Advertising
THOMAS MCCARTHY;' date of death, or when reported, September- 28 ; about
28 years of age; 5 ft. 11 in. high, fair complexion, hair, beard, whiskers,
and moustache. Deceased was thrown from his horse near the Rocky River,
on the 28th September, and died shortly afterwards. Inquest held by C.
T.'Mole, J.P. Verdict—"That deceased came to his death through
accidentally falling from his horse." Deceased was an Irishman. Has
a brother named Michael Macarthy residing at Kells, Corofin P.O., County
Clare, Ireland, who has -been communicated with.
The Sydney Morning Herald (NSW : 1842 - 1954) Monday
17 March 1884 p 1 Family Notices
D'ARCY.-March 12, 1884, at his residence. 93, Abercrombie-street, Redfern.
Thomas D'Arcy, aged 23 years, leaving a sorrowing wife and two children,
late of Kilrush, county Clare. Home and American papers please copy.
The Argus (Melbourne, Vic. : 1848 - 1956) Friday 21 March
1884 p 6 Article
BENEVOLENT ASYLUM.
The medical officer reported that there were 88 males and 95 females under
treatment in the hospital, and 58 males and 15 females under treatment
in the other wards. The following deaths had occurred since the previous
meeting -Mary Daly, native of county Clare, aged 66, died on tile 14th
of chronic nephritis;…
The Mercury (Hobart, Tas. : 1860 - 1954) Tuesday 25 March
1884 Supplement: The Mercury Supplement p 1 Family Notices
BLOOD-SMYTH.—On March 19, at Hobart, G. F. V. Blood-Smyth, of Castlefergus,
County Clare, Ireland, Lieut. Half-pay 58th Regiment.
The Queenslander (Brisbane, Qld. : 1866 - 1939) Saturday
29 March 1884 p 510 Article
An action for an alleged breach of promise of marriage has been instituted
by a young gen- man named Alfred J. Gilley, living at Castle Connell,
county Limerick, against Mrs. Rosetta Phelps, a widow of middle age, possessing
a large amount of property, and residing at Water Park, county Clare.
The damages are laid at £10,000.
The Maitland Mercury & Hunter River General Advertiser
(NSW : 1843 - 1893) Saturday 10 May 1884 p 1 Family Notices
CROTTY - Died, at Vacy, on the 2nd May (after eight months illness) John
Crotty, a native of county Clare, Ireland, aged 70 years. Requiescat in
pace.
Australian Town and Country Journal (NSW : 1870 - 1907) Saturday 24 May
1884 p 45 Family Notices
BINDON.-April 1, at Armidale, after a few hours' illness. Michael Burton,
son of the late Burton Bindon, Esq., of Cluney House, County Clare, Ireland,
aged 65 years, beloved father of Mrs. A. Florence and Ashley Be Bindon,
of Petersham.
The Brisbane Courier (Qld. : 1864 - 1933) Wednesday 18
June 1884 p 3 Family Notices
WHITTING-M'GRATH.-On the 5th June, at St.
Stephen's Cathedral, by the Rev. Father Fouhy, George Strettle, eldest
son of the late George Whitting, of Clapham, London, to Bridget Mary Frances,
second daughter of Michael M'Grath, County Clare, Ireland. [Home papers
please copy.]
Clarence and Richmond Examiner and New England Advertiser
(Grafton, NSW : 1859 - 1889) Saturday 21 June 1884 p 4 Family Notices
O'CONNOR - GARRITY.- On 10th June, 1884, at
the residence of Mr John Garrity, Lawrence, by the Rev. J. O'Sullivan,
MICHAEL, the sixth son of WILLIAM O'CONNOR, County Galway, Ireland, to
MARYANNE, the eldest daughter of DENNIS GARRITY, Ennis, County Clare,
Ireland.
The Brisbane Courier (Qld. : 1864 - 1933) Saturday 12
July 1884 p 1 Family Notices
THYNNE.-On the 11th July, at his residence, Mary-street, Ipswich, Edward
Thynne, formerly of Bellinagrave House, County Clare, Ireland, aged 95.
The Brisbane Courier (Qld. : 1864 - 1933) Monday 14 July
1884 p 5 Article
SPEAKING of Mr. Edward Thynne, who died at Ipswich on Friday, the Queensland
Times says :—"The deceased gentleman was born at Ballinagrave
House, county Clare, Ireland, where he resided up to the month of April,
1864. Although in that year he had lived beyond the allotted span, being
seventy-five years old, he determined to emigrate to Queensland. The breaking-up
of the old home was an exhibition of great unselfishness on his part,
but he willingly committed this act of self-sacrifice in order to promote
the interests of his family. The late Mr. Thynne left surviving him in
Ireland one son, Mr. Henry Thynne, LL.D., who is now a resident magistrate
in Kilkenny, and who, some years ago, was one of a team of Irish riflemen
who successfully competed in an international shooting contest in the
United States. The deceased had also three sons and four daughters in
this colony. Of the former, one is the Hon. A. J. Thynne, M.L.C.; and
of the latter, one is the wife of Mr. P. Real, barrister-at-law, another
the wife of Sub-inspector Ahearn, and the others are comfortably provided
for. We may mention that Mr. Thynne took a very active part in connection
with Daniel O'Connell's celebrated Clare election in 1828. The deceased
gentle- man was in the enjoyment of his intellectual faculties up to the
day of his death, and was beloved among a small circle of friends for
his bountiful hospitality, lively wit, and kindly disposition."
The Queenslander (Brisbane, Qld. : 1866 - 1939) Saturday
9 August 1884 p 209 Family Notices
INGRAM-WARREN.-On the 7th August, at Creek-street Presbyterian Church,
by the Rev. J. F. M'Swaine, Harry Moore Ingram, Commander R.M.S. Roma,
eldest son of the late the Rev. J. H. Ingram, of Halifax. Yorkshire, to
Emily Robins, eldest daughter of the Rev. Thomas Warren, The Manse. Ennis,
County Clare. Ireland.
WARREN-NICOLAS.-0n the 7th August, at Creek-street Presbyterian
Church, by the Rev. J. F. M'Swaine. Arthur Thomas, fourth son of the Rev.
Thomas Warren, The Manse, Ennis, County Clare, Ireland, to Gertrude Maria,
eldest daughter of P. J. Nicolas. Esq., Eden Lodge, Beckenham, Kent, England.
The Argus (Melbourne, Vic. : 1848 - 1956) Friday 15 August
1884 p 1 Family Notices
CURRY - On the 14th inst, at her residence, Wellington street Collingwood,
Bridget Bedelia, the beloved wife of Michael Curry aged 48, native of
Tulla, County Clare, Ireland R.I.P.
The Sydney Morning Herald (NSW : 1842 - 1954) Wednesday
20 August 1884 p 16 Advertising
HYNES, JAMES, MATTHEW, or –WILLIAM HYNES, from Ennis, county Clare,
please send address to Hon. A. J. Thynne, Brisbane, for Information from
relatives in America.
The Brisbane Courier (Qld. : 1864 - 1933) Tuesday 23
September 1884 p 1 Family Notices
ECHLIN- WHITE -On the 26th August at St. Andrew's Church South Brisbme
by the Rev. Samuel Robinson, B.A. Richard Boyd, third son of the late
George Fleming Echlin, of Down- patrick, County Down, Ireland, to Maude
Letitia, eldest daughter of J. Warren White, of Cahirblonig, Currofin
County Clare.
The Sydney Morning Herald (NSW : 1842 - 1954) Saturday
27 September 1884 p 1 Family Notices
CUSACK.-In affectionate memoriam of Miss Cusack, a native of County Clare,
Ireland, who died in Sydney, October 1, 1879. Requiescat in pace. In life
beloved, in death lamented. Lovingly inserted by her fondly devoted sister.
The South Australian Advertiser (Adelaide, SA : 1858
- 1889) Tuesday 30 September 1884 p 4 Family Notices
COFFEY.—On the 30th August, at Parkside Asylum, Patrick Coffey,
aged 76 Native of County Clare, Ireland. Interred at St. John's.
Morning Bulletin (Rockhampton, Qld. : 1878 - 1954) Wednesday
5 November 1884 p 1 Family Notices
GREENALSH—BRODERICK.—At St. Paul's Church, Rockhampton, on
the 16th October, John Greenalsh, of Rockhampton, to Maria, daughter of
Michael Broderick, County Clare, Ireland.
Morning Bulletin (Rockhampton, Qld. : 1878 - 1954) Friday
14 November 1884 p 5 Article
The Dublin Gazette contains a proclamation of his Excellency offering
a reward of £300 for such information as shall lead to the conviction
of the person or persons by whom John M'Mahon, a farmer, of Kilvoydau,
in county Clare, was shot dead on the road between Ennis and Spancelhill,
on the evening of August 14. and £200 for private information leading
to the same result.
South Australian Register (Adelaide, SA : 1839 - 1900)
Tuesday 18 November 1884 p 7 Article
THE HOMESTEAD QUESTION.
TO THE EDITOR.
Sir— I came from County Clare to Adelaide about fifteen months since.
In Ireland I held and lived upon ten acres of land from my boyhood, which
I rented of Henry Trench, a good English landlord, the rent being £2
per acre per annum. I kept a cow for home dairy use, four or five pigs,
and some fifteen sheep. I tilled six acres, on which I grew potatoes,
barley, turnips, &c. I maintained myself, and reared a family of six
children comfortably on this ten acre estate. The last two or three years
the potato crops being very largely a failure through blight, I became
restless, and considered the propriety of emigrating with my family to
South Australia, a colony —as I was led to understand— with
unlimited land, only awaiting the hand of the industrious tiller. I sold
out my interest in my holding, with crops and improvements, the potato
crops looking splendid, the result of a change of seed well suited to
the soil. I am here with my family; my grown-up children fairly employed,
and I am myself, at fair wages. I have said so much of my circumstances
not from any desire or expectation that you or the public can take any
special interest in me, but to show that I write in no spirit of bitterness
or with any intention to carp at things as I find them. My desire is simply
to express first my disappointment that any but the capitalist can secure
land to cultivate on his own account, and secondly my regret that there
are not facilities offered to the industrious and provident labourer to
settle down on his own homestead. My family, although as I have before
said are very well employed, are separated, and should I go into the agricultural
districts to work would be still wider apart from the family circle, and
hence, as doubtless is the case with many scores of others, I prefer labouring
in the city on public works, &c. I think the inability which the farmers
are said so often to experience in getting good labourers arises chiefly
from the causes which I have alluded to. Men do not care to separate themselves
from wives and families, and roughing it for half the year, to return
back to town and knock about at anything they may be fortunate enough
to find to do. Nor on the grounds of economy and morality is it expedient
they should do so. For a farm labourer's family to be compelled to be
penned in a miserably confined city cottage without a flower or vegetable
in their surroundings is not conducive to their wellbeing or progress.
If I could lay hold of say twenty or thirty acres of land near a country
town- ship where agricultural employment could be only casually secured
I know how easy it would be with my family to appropriate my spare time,
and with a safe investment for my saved earnings to make myself a comfortable
home ; and I should consider it a stepping-stone to a more considerable
undertaking in the future. But what chance is there for a labouring man
at present? Carted backwards and forwards from town to country, and from
country to town, he loses hope and becomes degraded, I do hope to see
something done in this my adopted country in the direction which I have
hinted at, and many hundreds of thousands will yet find a happy and prosperous
home in this sunny clime. I am, Sir, &c, JOHN MARKHAM.
Gippsland Times (Vic. : 1861 - 1954) Monday 1 December
1884 Edition: Morning. p 3 Family Notices
O'CONNOR—KELLY.—On the 26th November, by the Rev. Father Ryan,
at the residence of the aunt of the bride, Mrs T. P. Grace, Willung, Daniel,
third son of the late T. O'Connor, Spring Hill, South Gippsland, to Mary
Ann, eldest daughter of the late P. Kelly, Rath, County Clare, Ireland.
The Maitland Mercury & Hunter River General Advertiser
(NSW : 1843 - 1893) Saturday 6 December 1884 p 1 Family Notices
On November 27th, at St. Johns Cathedral, West Maitland, by the Rev. E.
P. Sheehy, Denis Joseph, second son of M. Maher, of Bolwarra, to Catherine
Teresa, third daughter of P. F. Davoren, County Clare, Ireland. 9634
The Sydney Morning Herald (NSW : 1842 - 1954) Tuesday
6 January 1885 p 1 Family Notices
O'GRADY.—January 4, 1885, John O'Grady, sen., formerly of Dromoland,
county Clare, in the 87th year of his age. R.I.P.
The Sydney Morning Herald (NSW : 1842 - 1954) Thursday
22 January 1885 p 1 Family Notices
TASKER—CLANCY.—November 26, 1884, at St. Joseph's, Balmain,
by Rev. T. O'Reily, William C. Tasker, of Banbury, England, to Ellie Clancy,
of county Clare, Ireland.
The Sydney Morning Herald (NSW : 1842 - 1954) Saturday
28 February 1885 p 1 Family Notices
HAYES—HOWARD.—January 28, by special license, at Mount Carmel
Church, by the Rev. J. Collins, Daniel P., eldest son of Patrick Hayes,
Esq., of Botany, to Nora, third daughter of Anthony Howard, Esq., county
Clare, Ireland.
The Sydney Morning Herald (NSW : 1842 - 1954) Thursday
12 March 1885 p 1 Family Notices
MORGAN—McNAMARA.—January 5th, 1885, by the Rev. R. King, Trinity
Church, Miller's Point, Charles James Morgan, third eldest son of Richard
Morgan, of London, England, to Mary Madglen McNamara, second eldest daughter
of Michael James McNamara, harbour-master, Kilrush, county Clare, Ireland.
The Queenslander (Brisbane, Qld. : 1866 - 1939) Saturday
14 March 1885 p 401 Family Notices
WALL.—On the 26th February, at his residence, Harcourt-street. Fortitude
Valley. Dennis Wall, formerly of County Clare, Ireland. Aged 72 years.-R.I.P.
Northern Star (Lismore, NSW : 1876 - 1954) Wednesday
22 April 1885 p 2 Family Notices
MULVILLE — CROWLEY — On the 20th instant, at St. Carthage's,
Lismore, by the Very Reverend Dean Doyle, Charles Joseph, son of James
Mulville, of Ennis, County Clare, to Ellen Mary, daughter of Lawrence
Crowley, Bandon, County Cork, Ireland.
Clarence and Richmond Examiner and New England Advertiser
(Grafton, NSW : 1859 - 1889) Saturday 9 May 1885 p 4 Family Notices
CONLON. - O'CONNOR. -At the R. C. Church, Maclean, May 4th, by the Very
Rev. Father Mairumus, P.P., O.F.S.C.. PETER JOSEPH, third son of Mr. Philip
Conlon, Roscommon, Ireland, to MARGARET MARTINIA (Maggie), youngest daughter
of the late Mr. Thos. O'Connor, Kildysert, county Clare, Ireland.
The Argus (Melbourne, Vic. : 1848 - 1956) Friday 15 May
1885 p 7 Article
THE BENEVOLENT ASYLUM.
MEDICAL OFFICER's REPORT
The medical officer (Dr Whitaker) reported that the total number of patients
under: treatment was 121 males and 119 females. Two deaths had occurred
during the week, viz., those of William Culligan, a native of county Clare,
Ireland, aged 84 years, on the 13th inst, from broncho pneumonia, and
William Pound, native of Bristol, England, aged 66 years, on the 13th
inst, from asthma.
Australian Town and Country Journal (NSW : 1870 - 1907)
Saturday 23 May 1885 p 1 Advertising
HOWARD.- MICHAEL HOWARD, native of County Clare, Ireland, please write
to PATRICK CLANCEY, Bumbo, Kiama.
The Maitland Mercury & Hunter River General Advertiser
(NSW : 1843 - 1893) Saturday 30 May 1885 p 1 Family Notices
DAVOREN-ROBINSON.-April 14th, at St. John's Cathedral, West Maitland,
by the Rev. E. P. Sheehy, Thomas F., eldest son of Mr. P. Davoren, County
Clare, Ireland, to Isabella Violet, second daughter of Mr. James Robinson,
of Ballarat, Victoria 4272
The Brisbane Courier (Qld. : 1864 - 1933) Tuesday 30
June 1885 p 1 Family Notices
SCANLAN-BLACK.-On the 19thh February, at St. Stephen's Cathedral, Brisbane,
by the Rev. Father Fouhy, Michael Scanlan, native County Clare, Ireland,
to Margaret Black, late of Sydney.
South Australian Register (Adelaide, SA : 1839 - 1900)
Thursday 9 July 1885 p 4 Family Notices
MARININ— McINNES.— On the 25th June, at the residence of the
bride's mother, by the Rev. T. F. O'Niel, C. C. M. Marinin, Frewville,
eldest son of Michael Marinin, County Clare, Ireland, to Annie, second
daughter of the late Roderick McInnes, of Millindilla Creek, Palmer, S.A.
Mount Gambier papers please copy.
South Australian Register (Adelaide, SA : 1839 - 1900)
Monday 13 July 1885 Supplement: Supplement to the South Australian Register.
p 2 Family Notices
MARININ—McINNES.—On the 23th June, at the residence of the
bride's mother, by the Rev. T. F. O'Neil, C. C., Michel Marinin, of Frewville,
eldest son of Michel Marinin, County Clare, Ireland, to Annie, second
daughter of the late Roderick McInnes, of Millindilla Creek, Palmer East,
S.A.
The Sydney Morning Herald (NSW : 1842 - 1954) Wednesday
22 July 1885 p 1 Family Notices
O'MARA-MOLONEY.~July 10, 1885, by special license, at the Sacred Heart
Church, by the Rev. Father C. F. P. Collingridge, Michael Joseph, eldest
son of Martin O'Mara, of Fishmoyne, Borrisoleigh, county Tipperary, Ireland,
to Bridget, second eldest daughter of James Moloney, Rath, Corofin, county
Clare, Ireland. Home papers please copy.
South Australian Register (Adelaide, SA : 1839 - 1900)
Wednesday 29 July 1885 p 4 Family Notices
FOLAN.— On the 28th July, at his residence, Bakewell-road, Payneham,
Michael Folan, the dearly beloved husband of Ellen Folan, aged 86 years.
A native of Ballyvaughan, County Clare, Ireland. A colonist of thirty-three
years.
The South Australian Advertiser (Adelaide, SA : 1858
- 1889) Friday 31 July 1885 p 4 Family Notices
MACKEY.—On the 30th July, at her son's residence, Bertie-street.
Hindmarsh West, Honora, the beloved mother of John and Simon Mackey, late
of County Clare, Ireland, aged 76 years.
The Argus (Melbourne, Vic. : 1848 - 1956) Friday 21 August
1885 p 1 Family Notices
ARMSTRONG -On the 15th inst., at his brother's residence, Elsternwick,
Waverley, Sydney, Edmund Ashtown, eldest son of the Very Rev. John Armstrong,
Dean of Kilfenora, County Clare, Ireland.
The South Australian Advertiser (Adelaide, SA : 1858
- 1889) Monday 24 August 1885 p 2 Advertising
JAMES KELLY, late of Brighton; date of death or when reported. January
29, 1885; about 62 years of age, about 5 feet 10 inches high, grey hair
and whiskers. Deceased died in Adelaide Hospital on January 29, 1885.
Certificate of death given by Dr. Dunlop. Date of notice sent to registrar
of deaths, January 1, 1885. Deceased was an Irishman (from County Clare,
Ireland), a resident of Marion for twenty-seven years. Has two stepsons,
named Anthony Liddy (who is supposed to be in the north) and Austin Liddy
(supposed in New Zealand). Left no will.
The Sydney Morning Herald (NSW : 1842 - 1954) Saturday
5 September 1885 p 1 Family Notices
GLEESON—MACNAMARA.—August 14, at St. Mary's Cathedral, by
the Rev. Father O'Connor, Patrick Gleeson, eldest son of Michael Gleeson,
Newmarket-on-Fergus, County Clare, Ireland, to Maria Macnamara, second
daughter of the late Dennis Macnamara, Newmarket-on-Fergus, County Clare,
Ireland.
The Queenslander (Brisbane, Qld. : 1866 - 1939) Saturday
12 September 1885 p 412 Advertising
INFORMATION respecting the where-abouts of JOHN M'DONOGH, who emigrated
from County Clare, Ireland, in the year 1881— when last heard from
was in Brisbane—will be thankfully received by P. H. M'DONOGH. Roma
street Police Station, Brisbane.
The Brisbane Courier (Qld. : 1864 - 1933) Thursday 17
September 1885 p 5 Article
THE following is the superintendent's report of the state of the Benevolent
Asylum, Dun- wich, for the week ending 12th September :- In the house
at last report, 317 males, 55 females; since admitted, 8 males ; discharged,
3 males ; died (8th September, Michael O'Dea, aged 77 years, born Killee,
Dysart, county Clare. Ireland, admitted 23rd November, 1880), 1 male,
remaining, 321 males, 55 females; total, 370. The superintendent acknowledges
with thanks the receipt of parcels of news- papers for the use of the
inmates from Mr. Newman Wilson and the private secretary, Government House.
The South Australian Advertiser (Adelaide, SA : 1858
- 1889) Tuesday 22 September 1885 p 8 Advertising
JOHN PERRY, native of Toomgreaney, County Clare, Ireland; four years ago
was en- gaged at Government Works, Mount Gambier, and sometimes employed
shearing. Send your ad- dress to the undersigned, when you will hear of
money left to you by the death of your brother JAMES.- Arthur Cubitt,
next-of-kin office, the Arcade, King- street, Sydney.
Border Watch (Mount Gambier, SA : 1861 - 1954) Saturday
26 September 1885 p 2 Article
OBITUARY,-Our obituary column to-day contains a notice of the demise of
Mrs, Newton, relict of the late Mr, William Newton, which occurred on
the morning of the 25th inst, at the residence of her son William. The
deceased lady who was mother of Mr. John Newton, of the Commercial Hotel,
Mr. Thomas Newton, of Riverina and late of Mount Gambier, Mr, Michael
Newton, late of Port MacDonnell but now of Ballarat; and Mr. William Newton,
of Mount Gambier, had attained the ripe age of 82 years. Accompanied by
her husband Mrs. Newton left her native place, County Clare, Ireland,
about 1868 and came to her sons at Mount Gambier. Her husband died about
16 years ago. The funeral took place yesterday and was largely attended.
The Revs, Dean Ryan and Father Hourigan conducted the funeral rites,
The Sydney Morning Herald (NSW : 1842 - 1954) Tuesday
13 October 1885 p 1 Family Notices
MORONEY.—In loving remembrance of our dear mother, Mary Moroney,
who departed this life on October 13, 1883, aged 61 years, native of county
Clare, Ireland. Sweet Jesus have mercy on her. [Inserted by her daughter,
Sarah Moroney.]
The Queenslander (Brisbane, Qld. : 1866 - 1939) Saturday
17 October 1885 p 612 Advertising
INFORMATION as to the whereabouts of BRIDGET M'DONOGH, who emigrated from
parish of Liscannor, County Clare, Ireland, in either the year '76 or
77; when last heard from was with Mrs. Summers Elisabeth-street. Brisbane,
as Dressmaker: will be thankfully received by P.H. M'DONOGH, Roma-street
Police Station, Notice to Next of Kin.
The Argus (Melbourne, Vic. : 1848 - 1956) Tuesday 3 November
1885 p 1 Family Notices
WALKER - CULLEN - On the 31st ult., at St. Mark's Fitzroy, by the Rev.
J.F. Stretch, Montague, youngest son of the late Captain Walker, H.E.I.C.S.,
to Ellen, (Ellie) second daughter of the late Charles Cullen, Esq., of
Dromeen county Clare, Ireland. Limerick papers please copy.
The Sydney Morning Herald (NSW : 1842 - 1954) Friday
6 November 1885 p 1 Family Notices
SALMON.—November 5, 1885, at his residence, 373, Elizabeth-street
South, Patrick Salmon, native of county Clare, Ireland, after a short
and painful illness, aged 47 years. Requiescat in pace.
Illustrated Australian News (Melbourne, Vic. : 1876 -
1889) Saturday 7 November 1885 p 182 Family Notices
DOWLING-RYAN.-On the 13th October, at Middle Park, South Melbourne, by
the Rev. Charles Bell, Edward Tilden, eldest son of Edward H. Dowling,
late of Moulmein, British Burmah, to Nannie Frances, second daughter of
Dr. William Ryan, of Riverview, Ennistymon, County Clare, Ireland.
The Queenslander (Brisbane, Qld. : 1866 - 1939) Saturday
5 December 1885 p 892 Advertising
WILL PAT PURTLE and MARTIN PURTLE of Latemore, near Kilrush, in the County
of Clare, send address to MICHAEL ROBINSON, their Nephew, from Kilkee.
County Clare, Ireland. Last heard of in Brisbane, when Michael Purtle
died. Address MICHAEL ROBINSON. General Post Office. Brisbane. Notice
to Next of Kin.
The South Australian Advertiser (Adelaide, SA : 1858
- 1889) Saturday 12 December 1885 p 4 Article
MORTIMORE - O'FLAHERTY.- On the 10th December, at St. Lawrence's Church,
North Adelaide, by the Rev. Dean Kennedy, Mark, fourth son of George Mortimore,
Torquay, Devonshire, England, to Mary Agnes, eldest daughter of Michael
O'Flaherty, Reean, County Clare, Ireland.
The Argus (Melbourne, Vic. : 1848 - 1956) Friday 18 December
1885 p 1 Family Notices
CONWAY. -On the 15th inst., at his residence, Tara-hall, Cheltenham, John
Patrick Conway, native of County Clare, Ireland, and formerly of Happy
Valley Farm, Lancefield, in his 63rd year. R.I.P.
The Sydney Morning Herald (NSW : 1842 - 1954) Friday
25 December 1885 p 1 Family Notices
COLBOURNE -In loving memory of my dearly loved brother, James Henry Colbourne,
who died in Glasgow on Christmas Eve, native of Tulla, County Clare, Ireland.
Inserted by his fond sister, Harriet. Home papers please copy.
Kilmore Free Press (Kilmore, Vic. : 1870 - 1954) Thursday
28 January 1886 Edition: MORNING. p 2 Family Notices
MALONE—DAVERN -On the 13th January inst.at St Patrick's Cathedral,
Melbourne, by the Rev. Father Gallavin, John Malone, of Victoria Parade,
Collingwood, son of Mr Michael Malone, County Clare, Ireland to Mary Margaret,
eldest daughter of William Davern, Esq., Moranding.
Bathurst Free Press and Mining Journal (NSW : 1851 -
1904) Saturday 13 February 1886 p 2 Article
Departure of Mr. John Meagher, J.P.
It is not generally known that Mr. John Meagher. J,P., has decided to
leave Australia for a short term and revisit his native land. A few of
his friends feeling that Mr. Meagher deserved at their hands some recognition
of his worth deemed it advisable, to take steps to see what could be done
to do him honor. Mr. W. G. Stephens issued a number of invitations to
gentlemen whom he thought would assist in the movement, and as a result
a thoroughly representative meeting was held at Stapleton's Hotel on Thursday
night. Mr. W. G. Stephens was voted to the chair, and there were present
in the room : Rev. Father Riordan, Aldermen Mullins, Halliday and McDongal,
and Messrs. J. Fitzgerald, Esrom, J. Sinnot, Kelso, G. Cunningham, Vale
Road, S. P. Mangan, E . H. Parker. — Wallace. — Terry. F.
B. Kenny. — All man, G. Hulks. W. C. Kelk. G. Matthews, W. Gornall,
C. Clifton. B. Edye, J. Bamfield, A. Forbes, J. Sullivan. J. Lanfranche,
— Kirk wood, A. B. Bae, and G. S. White. The Chairman said he had
taken the opportunity upon the intended departure of Mr. Meagher, of bringing
a few of his friends together to give them an opportunity of taking steps
of paying him the respect he deserved prior to his departure. In other
places men far less deserving had had honor done them, and if there was
any man who deserved it, it was Mr. Meagher. It was for the meeting to
decide what would be best to do under the circumstances. A telegram bad
been received from Mr. Meagher, who was now in Sydney, stating that he
had taken his passage in the Austral, which would sail on the 13th March
next. Whatever would be done should be done with- out delay, and he knew
the action would be unanimous. He would be pleased to- receive any proposition.
Alderman Mullins said that a few days ago he saw two or three friends
privately with regard to this movement having heard that their worthy
friend was about to visit his native country. It was neither reasonable
nor correct that Mr. Meagher should be allowed to leave without receiving
some token of that respect which was due to him. It was his intention
to move in the matter when he received Mr. Stephens' note. He was glad
to be relieved of this responsibility and would willingly assist any movement
that would be inaugurated He hoped it would be as creditable to Bathurst
as honorable to Mr. Meagher. He had known Mr. Meagher from the time he
first came to Bathurst, now about twenty-five years, during which time
he had never .changed. He was an extraordinarily honorable man —
one of those that are frequently read about, but seldom seen. He thought
a banquet should be given, and was prepared to move a resolution to that
effect. If this was done they would need the Hall of the School of Arts
as the friends of Mr. Meagher were legion, and no other hall in the city
would be large enough to accommodate the company. — Mr. Kenny ,
thought that it would be advisable to allow free discussion before any
resolution was made. In this way they would get better at the sense of
the meeting as there was no doubt differences of opinion. — Mr.
G. Hulks was not prepared to say much, but all he could say, if it was
magnified twenty times, could not fairly describe the respect he had for
his fellow citizen. Mr. Meagher had raised himself from the ranks. A few
years ago he was only a counterman in premises not far from where they
now were. He had known Mr. Meagher ever since he (the speaker) came to
Bathurst, now twenty years, and during that time his actions had been
such that no man could point his finger at him and put a black mark upon
his character. He had had large business transactions with Mr. Meagher,
who had always treated him more than fairly. The main reason for his success
was that he had treated all men with fairness, and hence the confidence
which was placed in him. He hardly knew how to express his feelings to-
wards Mr. Meagher, he had had so many kindnesses shown him. 'One circumstance
he would mention' was that when the installation of the Right Rev. Bishop
Byrne was taking place, Mr. Meagher went himself for him (the speaker)
and Mrs. Hulks. He accommodated them with seats in his own pew- in the
Cathedral, while he himself stood behind. That act alone made him think
a great deal more of Mr. Meagher. He thought it would be better to give
him a piece of plate, even if it cost £100, rather than a banquet.
The plate could be handed down as an heirloom to his three fine sons.
If the banquet was given the wine and turkey would be consumed and after
a time all would be forgotten, but the plate would be in existence for
years. This was his opinion, but he was agreeable to fall in with the
views of the majority of the meeting. Mr. W. C. Kelk thought someone would
have come to the meeting with a programme cut and dried. He would like
to say what he felt and thought about Mr. Meagher. He looked upon him
as a good friend and first rate citizen. He would willingly identify himself
with any movement that should be thought best by the majority, but he
thought the best plan would be to give Mr. Meagher a banquet and present
him with an address. Alderman Halliday would like to add a few remarks
to what had already been said about Mr. Meagher. There was no man who
had more sympathy for him than had Francis Halliday. He respected him
both as a citizen and as a countryman, and he felt honored at having received
an invitation to take part in the movement which was to do honor to Mr.
Meagher prior to his departure. In some things they were at antipodes,
but at others they were at one. They had agreed to differ, and he sup-
posed such would be the case to the end. They had been cast in different
moulds, but if there was one thing he admired Mr. Meagher for more than
another, it was that he stood out for what he considered to be right.
The present movement had his heartiest sympathy. Mr. G. Matthews had had
large business transactions with Mr. Meagher whom he had always found
to be a thorough gentleman prepared to assist in any good movement. Alderman
McDougal, like the speakers who had preceeded him had known Mr. Meagher
for many years, and he was one of those men whom he honored. He was a
self made man, and these were the kind of men he admired, who not only
attended to their business, but in their spare moments did what they could
to benefit the community in which they lived. Mr. Meagher was one such
as this. He was always foremost in assisting any movement which was for
the public good. He (the speaker) had been a fellow worker with Mr. Meagher
on the Hospital Committee and there was no person to whom be was more
ready to do honor. He would render all the assistance in his power to
any movement. Mr. Cunningham said it was very seldom he was privileged
to meet so many of different denominations, hut he found that they were
all one after all, and hoped they would be one in the end. He felt honored
in being called upon to speak of Mr Meagher. He was glad this meeting
had been called, and hoped something would be done so that when Mr Meagher
visited his native land he could take it with him and say, 'look! this
is what they presented me with in Australia.' He was prepared to con-
tribute his mite towards any movement. He honored Mr. Meagher, not because
of business relationships, for he did not believe he had spent £10
with him, but he respected him as a man and citizen. Rev. Father Riordan,
in an amusing speech, expressed his pleasure, at seeing so many present.
He did not often mix with other de- nominations, except it was with Mr
Forbes. He bad fought them all before to-day in one form or another, but
he was glad to see so many present. He did not agree with Mr. Hulks' suggestion.
Mr. Meagher had a large family, and after a time they might see different
members of the family, running away with pieces of the plate, and in this
way it would not be much of a heirloom. He preferred Mr. Kelks suggestion.
The banquet would soon vanish, but they would find an account of it in
the Record, Times, Independent, and Free Press. Mr. Meagher would be able
to get a large bundle of these and show the reports to his friends in
County Clare. Since he first came to Bathurst, now eleven years, he had
known Mr Meagher. During the time he had had his battles with Mr. Meagher
as well as with the newspapers, but time eased all, and they remained
friends. Apart from his personal knowledge of Mr. Meagher he greatly respected
him, he was prepared to lend a hand and contribute to any movement that
might be organised. Mr. F. B. Kenny agreed with Mr. Kelk's suggestion
as he thought it most feasible. The argument of the plate also stood good,
but an address, if it was either framed or in book form would remain in
the family. Both would speak-with emphasis of the esteem in which they
held Mr. Meagher as a citizen. He would have been better pleased if not
a word had been said about religion. They had not gone there as a matter
of religion but had met to design something by which they could do honor
to a fellow-citizen. He could not imagine a more generous or more agreeable
task than meeting to do honor to Mr. John Meagher. Every one knew that
he was one of their best citizens. He not only looked after his own business,
but his time and means were always at hand to assist the cause of any
deserving institution in the city. Some might say that because he was
a Catholic, the Catholics would be sure to do something, but while he
was a Catholic he was no bigot. He had frequently assisted cases of distress
without enquiring as to country or creed, and his actions must have commended,
themselves to every person. He hoped the meeting would show their esteem
in some way. The banquet and address would be the best manner of carrying
this out. In this way the world, through the Press would be shown in what
esteem Mr. Meagher was held by his fellow-citizens. He thought the opinions
had been well ventilated, and that a resolution might now be moved. Mr.
Hulks would fall in with the views of the majority. One thing that had
not been spoken of was Mr. Meagher's charity. Any of his fellow-citizens
could vouch for this. He was always ready to assist the poor by gifts
of blankets, food and groceries, and in this way he must have given away
hundreds of pounds. The Chairman agreed with the suggestion of the banquet
and address. By an address they could put in more, than an ordinary inscription
such as would be put on a piece of plate. He had known him a length of
time but would not now speak of his personal worth as he doubtless would
have an opportunity of speaking, and whatever was said would not be fulsome
flattery. Alderman Mullens then moved, and Mr. Gornall seconded that a
banquet be tendered to Mr. Meagher, and an illuminated address presented.
Mr. F. B. Kenny moved and Mr. Sinnott seconded that- those present at
the meeting form themselves into a Committee to carry out all arrangements.
Messrs. W. G. Stephens, F. B. Kenny, G- Hulks, W; O. Kelk, G. H. McDougal
and F. Halliday were appointed sub-committee to pre- pare the address.
Mr. W. G. Stephens was appointed Secretary, and Messrs. G. Hulks and E.
H. 'Parker joint Treasurers. The address Committee were empowered to wait
on Mr. Meagher to ascertain from him when it would be convenient to hold
the pro- posed banquet. Messrs. C. T. Mullins, E. H. Parker, J. Sinnott,
G. H. McDougal, F. Halliday, B. Edye, C. Clifton, — Kirkwood, A.
Chapple, F. ' B. Kenny and Fitzgerald, with the Secretary and Treasurer
-were appointed as the Banquet Committee. Alderman McDougal moved that
the price of the ticket should not exceed one guinea.— Mr. Forbes
seconded the proposition.— Alderman Halliday said that they would
find that Mr. Meagher would take it as a honor to see the poor man at
the banquet as well as the man of wealth. No gentleman-who could afford
it would object to pay a guinea, but there were many who would like to
go who could not afford so much. — Mr. Hulks said it would all depend
on the wines and spirits which had to be provided. — Mr. Kenny approved
of having what was done, done well. Mr. Hulks knew better than any man
what a banquet would cost. If they could get up a first class banquet
for less than a guinea they should do so. They did not want to make money
out of it, but it should be left to the discretion of the Committee. —
Mr. Cunningham moved that the whole matter be left in the hands of the
subcommittee. — Mr, G. S. White seconded the motion which was carried.
Apologies for non-attendance were received from Messrs. H. J. Barhara,
A. Chappie, F. B. McKenny and W..F. Jenkinson, who had/each expressed
sympathy in the movement, and willingness to assist. A vote of thanks
brought the meeting to a close. The name of Dr. Cortis (Mayor of the Borough)
has, with his sanction, been since added to the general committee ; also,
the name of the Rev. Mr. Stephens, Messrs. J. E. Tonkin',' J.' H. Mclntosh,
Dr. Spencer, Mr. H. Rouse, Mr. W. C. Greville, and Mr. W. H. Paul.
The Sydney Morning Herald (NSW : 1842 - 1954) Saturday
13 February 1886 p 1 Family Notices
CALLACHOR — DOWNES. —January 7, 1886, by a special license,
at St. Francis' Church, by the Very Rev. Dean Sheridan, assisted by the
Rev. Father O'Brien, Philip Patrick Callachor, eldest and only son of
the late Terence Callachor, of Paddington, Sydney, N. S. Wales, to Bridget
Mary Downes, second daughter of the late Charles Downes, of Tulla, county
Clare, Ireland.
The South Australian Advertiser (Adelaide, SA : 1858
- 1889) Friday 5 March 1886 p 4 Family Notices
HORGAN—BARRY.—On the 25th February, at All Saints, Port Augusta,
by the Rev. C. O'Donnell, Cornelius, second son of Mr. Patrick Horgan,
P.L.G.. Ashton Lawn, county Cork. Ireland, to Mary, eldest daughter of
Mr. Michael Barry, Clonnegarnam, county Clare, Ireland.
South Australian Register (Adelaide, SA : 1839 - 1900)
Monday 8 March 1886 p 7 Advertising
MORTUARY RETURN Chief Secretary's Office, Adelaide, February 20, 1885.
THOMAS CONNELL-Date of death or when reported, August 8; 35 years of age,
height 5 ft. 10 in., sandy beard, whiskers, and moustache, brown hair,
slightly bald, nose been broken. Deceased was in the employ of Reilly
Bros., road contractors, near Angaston. He was taken suddenly ill on August
4, 1885, and L.C. Dechert, by order of Dr. Ayliffe, had him brought to
Angaston, where he was attended by the doctor until August 8, when he
died. Dr. Ayliffe gave certificate cause of death paralysis of the bladder
and congestion of the lungs, brought on by intemperance and exposure to
cold and wet. Notice sent to Registrar of Deaths on August 8. Deceased
was a native of Innes, County Clare. Ireland. He informed L.C. Dechert
when lying ill that he had no relatives living ; he came to the colony
about twenty years ago, and that he had been on the spree for ten days
previous to his coming to Angaston, where he arrived August. 4, and took
ill the same night. He was destitute, having only Is. Id., which was found
on his body. He was buried at the Government expense. Deceased is supposed
to have an uncle named John Leeder, labourer, in Adelaide. Deceased was
a stonebreaker, and was of very in-temperate habits.
The Sydney Morning Herald (NSW : 1842 - 1954) Wednesday
10 March 1886 p 1 Family Notices
DONOHUE — MADDEN. —February 23, by special license, at St.
Joseph's Roman Catholic Church, Balmain, by the Rev. Father J. O'Reilly,
Martin Henry, eldest son of Thomas H. Donohue, Esq., county Clare, Ireland,
to Mary Anne (Polly) third daughter of Mr. John Madden, Balmain. New Zealand
papers please copy.
The South Australian Advertiser (Adelaide, SA : 1858
- 1889) Friday 12 March 1886 p 8 Advertising
INFORMATION Wanted of JOHN O'DONNELL, of the Parish of Kilshaney Kaharancore.
County Clare, Ireland, and his brother Patrick O'Donnell. Information
to be received by their youngest sister, Bridget. For further details
write to M.J. Conway, Barque E.L. Mayberry, care of Captain F.M. Knight,
Port Adelaide.
The Sydney Morning Herald (NSW : 1842 - 1954) Tuesday
16 March 1886 p 1 Family Notices
CUSACK-GARVEY.-March 6,at St. Benedict's Church, by the Rev. Father Grace,
John, eldest son of Thomas Cusack, to Kate, second daughter of John Garvey,
both of county Clare,
Ireland.
South Australian Register (Adelaide, SA : 1839 - 1900)
Wednesday 31 March 1886 p 4 Family Notices
HENNESSY.— On the 23rd March, at Franklin street, Adelaide, Margaret
Hennessy, late of Kapunda and formerly of Ennis, County Clare, Ireland,
aged 78 years. R.I.P.
South Australian Register (Adelaide, SA : 1839 - 1900)
Tuesday 6 April 1886 p 4 Family Notices
CASH— KENNY.— On the 8th March, at St. Aden's Church, Colton,
by the Rev. Father Phelan, Thomas Patrick, eldest son of the late Patrick
Cash, St. John's. Kapunda, and grandson of the late Ignatius O'Sullivan,
Morphett Vale, to Bridget Elizabeth, youngest daughter of Michael Kenny,
and granddaughter of the late John Daniel Kenny, Six- mile Bridge, County
Clare, Ireland. Melbourne Advocate please copy.
South Australian Register (Adelaide, SA : 1839 - 1900)
Saturday 10 April 1886 p 4 Family Notices
BUTLER,— On the 3rd February, at Stonyhurst College, William Lambert,
only son of the late Lambert Butler, Esq., M.D,, of Bunnahow, County Clare,
aged 15. Deeply regretted. R.I.P.
The Sydney Morning Herald (NSW : 1842 - 1954) Wednesday
9 June 1886 p 4 Article
MURDER AND OUTRAGE IN IRELAND.
A report reached Kilrush, county Clare, from Lanaway, near Milltown Malbay,
of the death of a farmer named John O'Neil. The deceased was returning
home from Milltown Malbay when he was attacked by some men he met on the
way, his skull being shattered to pieces. O'Neil was a young man, and
the affair created a painful sensation in the district. The coroner held
an inquest on the body, when a verdict was returned by the jury that the
deceased came by his death from fracture of the skull. Three arrests have
been made. Deceased was a Nationalist and an ex-suspect.
The Sydney Morning Herald (NSW : 1842 - 1954) Monday
21 June 1886 p 1 Family Notices
O'LOUGHLIN . - Jun 14, at his residence, 84, Palmer-street, Woolloomoeloo,
Patrick O'Loughlin, aged 78 yeasrs, native of Kilnaboy, county Clare,
Ireland. May his soul rest in peace.
The Argus (Melbourne, Vic. : 1848 - 1956) Monday 28 June
1886 p 4 Article
There is a fresh outbreak of crime in Ire- land Various serious outrages
have been reported during the week, the chief of which is the murder of
a farmer named Quigley, near Tulla, in county Clare Quigley was sitting
at his fireside on Sunday night, when he was deliberately assassinated
by a shot fired through the window, which scattered his brains about the
kitchen Quigley's offence was in taking a boycotted grazing farm Who can
wonder that the men of Ulster desire to be spared from a regime which
brings events like these in its train?
The South Australian Advertiser (Adelaide, SA : 1858
- 1889) Wednesday 30 June 1886 p 4 Family Notices
GREEN.—On the 24th June, at Warooka, Bridget Green, aged 41 years,
third daughter of the late Mr. James Green, of Ballyvaughan, County Clare,
Ireland. R.I.P.
Border Watch (Mount Gambier, SA : 1861 - 1954) Wednesday
21 July 1886 p 4 Article
SUICIDE.
Mr. J. P, Stow, S.M., held an inquest on Saturday afternoon, at the Hospital,
on the body of, a man named Denis O'Dea, who went by the alias of John
Findlay, who that morning shot himself near the Police Station. The following
Jury was sworn:-John Besley (fore man), John MacNamee, John Brill, James
C. Scott, James U. Morrison, Joseph H. Taylor, David Johnston, William
Umpherston, Chas. Wynne, Thomas Bigham, James Jones, and Mark Hayes.
The Jury having viewed the body, the following evidence was received
"Arthur W. Powell, Assistant-Colonial Surgeon, said that a little
before 10 o'clock that morning he was summoned by the police to come down
and see a man who had shot himself. Went down and saw him on the road
leading to the gaol. He was quite dead. There was a wound above the right
temple, from which a large quantity of blood and brain substance had exuded.
In examination afterwards he found the bullet had traversed across the
front lobe of the brain, shattering the two bones of the skull, so that
death would be instantaneous. The bullet remained under the skin on the
left side.- Thought when he saw the man that he knew him, and had not
the slightest doubt he was a man who was admitted to the Hospital on September
23, 1885, under the" name of John Findlay, suffering from severe
pains in the brain. He was discharged relieved on October 30. He was a
little silly then, and -he (witness) thought that very likely he was not
responsible for his actions. Afterwards Findlay was for sometime an out-patient
residing at Taylor's boarding-house. Had seen him since about the town,
but not professionally.
Michael Cullen, laborer, said he knew the deceased. He: and - witness
left Walter's hut, Gambier West, that morning together; to be present
at the Court as witnesses in a case that was to be heard. Deceased remained
in the hut ten or twelve minutes after witness went out, but - they joined
each other at the fence, and walked straight for the Court house. They
crossed the railway pad dock and entered the road leading from the gaol
to the Court-house. Saw nothing in deceased's manner to lead him to believe
there was anything wrong with him. When they reached pretty near the Police
station, at about half-past nine, witness was three or four feet in front
of him at the left hand side. Heard the report of firearms. Looked inside
the police yard thinking; the sound came from there, and heard the deceased-
give a groan. Looking round he saw deceased falling on the ground and
the blood issuing from his head. Saw the revolver produced lying alongside
of him. Called out to two girls he saw at the Police station to tell the
police to come. Some passer by arrived first and the police next. Knew
deceased slightly the last three or four years. Never knew anything wrong
with his mind or otherwise. He was a quiet man. Had no suspicion he had
a loaded revolver with him. Had been staying with him for the last two
days at the hut. Deceased seemed quite well. He did not appear to be disturbed
about anything. By the Jury-Did not think he had been drinking. Never
saw him the. worse of liquor. On the way they had been speaking of the
case and other things. Deceased seemed rather downhearted about having
to appear in the case. Thought he was a single man. A short time ago he
told -witness he had no relations in the colony, and that he was a native
of County Clare, Ireland. Thought he had been working lately for Messrs.
Moore & Blanche on the railway line. He seemed grieved about the case,
and said he wished he had not been in the hut at all. Never heard him
complain of pains in the head at any time. By Constable Standish-Deceased
told him coming along that morning that his name was O'Dea.
Patrick Mulcahy said he was a bit of a sheaoker, a sailor by trade. Knew
the deceased, and last saw him alive at Walter's hut at- about 9 o'clock
on Friday evening; when witness was arrested. He was in first-rate health
then. Deceased must have been there pretty close on three months; witness
had known him there six weeks. He used to sleep by day and go out at night
with witness. Never saw a revolver with him. Never heard him complain
of pains in the head, but when alone he was always talking to himself.
Knew him by no other name then Findlay. He had not been working for the
six weeks he knew him. By Jurors-De ceased used to go out at night with
wit ness to take care of witness, fearing he would be locked up. Deceased
was very sober, He seemed to be vexed when witness was arrested.
James Standish, police constable, Mount Gambier, said he last saw the
deceased alive at 9 o'clock on Friday night at Walters's hut, Gambier
"West. The two last witnesses and also John Morris and Nigel Rutherford
were in the hut with him. In consequence of having found a stolen coat
in the hut he warned the deceased to attend at the Police Court that morning
to give evidence if necessary, He said, "I'll go in along with Cullen."
Did not again see him until he saw him lying dead on the road at 10 o'clock
that day. The revolver produced was lying on the ground close to his right
hand, at his right side. Sent for Dr. Powell, who came immediately. The
revolver was still loaded in three chambers. One appeared to be freshly
dis charged. By the Jury-This hut was a deserted hut. It was not used
by Walters for his men, but was a resort of loafers.
Arthur Sullivan Armstrong, mounted constable, said he searched the body
of deceased that day and found on him £10 10s. 0£d. in cash,
a purse, and a Savings Bank pass-book in the name of Denis O'Dea, of Millicent,
showing a balance coming to him of £210 6s. 7d. The pass-book contained
a photograph, on the back of which was written the words, "Matt.
O'Dea, Kilbaha, County Clare, Ireland." Also found on the body a
closed letter addressed to Father Hour igan, Mount Gambier. The letter
was handed to Inspector Woodcock.
Michael Hourigan, Roman Catholic priest, said he was not quite sure whether
he knew deceased or not. He received the following letter addressed "
To Rev. Father Hourigan, Mount Gambier," from Inspector Woodcook;
June 17 1886. To Rev. Father Hourigan.
I have a savings bank pass with the sum of 210 pounds 6 shillings and
seven pence in it and 10 pounds. I give it all up to you to act in my
behalf. Retain 10 pounds and send the remaining sum to my father if living
Matthew O'Dea or to my brother and sister lived in Kilbaha Carrigabolt
County Clare Ireland.
Given under my hand this 17 day of June
1886.
DENIS O'DEA.
' If you don't get a reply write to the PP of Kilballyowen, Garrigabolt
P.O.
In connection with the deceased he might say that an individual resembling
him came to him seven or eight months ago or thereabouts, stating that
he was suffering from brain disease, and also complaining of being low
spirited, and at times exceedingly depressed in mind. The same individual
he noticed sometime afterwards wandering about the town, and his movements
appeared to him to be very erratic. When he first saw that individual
he gave witness a pass book and told him to keep it safely for him until
he would call for it. When he called for the pass-book he did not seem
to be any way better. Could not identify the pass book, and did not remember
the name of the person who gave it to him.
This closed the evidence. The Coroner having said a few words, the Jury
consulted and found-" That Denis O'Dea, alias John Findlay, came
by his death by his own hand while suffering from mental derangement."
South Australian Register (Adelaide, SA : 1839 - 1900)
Monday 19 July 1886 p 5 Article
TRAGIC DEATH AT MOUNT GAMBIER.
By Telegraph
Mount Gambier. July 17.
About half-past 9 o clock this morning John Finlay, a labourer recently
employed in the railway works, whilst walking with a companion named Cullen
near the Courthouse suddenly took a pistol out of his pocket and shot
himself through the head. Death was instantaneous. No reason is known
for the suicide. : [Later.] An inquest was held this afternoon by Mr.
J. P. Stow, S.M., on the body of the man who shot himself this morning.
It was ascertained his real name was Denis O'Dea, that he came from Millicent,
and that he had been under treatment at the hospital for brain disease.
No cause is known for the suicide. In his pocket was found a purse containing
£10 10s, and a Saving Bank passbook, showing a balance of £2106s
. There was also a letter addressed to Father Hourigan, a Roman Catholic
priest, asking him to send the money to the deceased's relatives at Killalo,
Carrigaholt, County Clare, Ireland, but to retain £10 for himself.
The Jury found "That Denis O'Dea, alias John Finlay, came to his
death by his own hand while suffering from mental derangement." The
deceased was under middle age, and it is believed had no relatives in
Australia.
The South Australian Advertiser (Adelaide, SA : 1858
- 1889) Monday 26 July 1886 p 4 Family Notices
MAY—O'SULLIVAN.—On the 22nd July, at St. Lawrence's Church,
North Adelaide, by the Rev. Dean Kennedy, William May, second son of Hugh
May, Thelbridge, England, to Catherine Sullivan, fourth daughter of Donald
O'Sullivan, Shanaway. County Clare, Ireland.
The Sydney Morning Herald (NSW : 1842 - 1954) Friday
30 July 1886 p 1 Family Notices
McINERNEY.- Of your charity pray for the soul of Miss Honora M'Inerney,
third daughter of the late Mr. Thomas M'Inerney, Clonnalough, county Clare,
Ireland, who died at Parramatta, on the 9th instant. May the Lord Jesus
be merciful to her soul. Her end was peace. Victorian newspapers please
copy.
The Brisbane Courier (Qld. : 1864 - 1933) Saturday 7
August 1886 p 4 Family Notices
BRIDGEMAN-On the 6th August, at the residence of her mother, Light-street,
Bowen Hills, Isabella Mary Gertrude youngest daughter of the late Henry
St. John Bridgeman, formerly of H.M. Customs, Brisbane, and of County
Clare, Ireland, (Home and American papers please copy. R.I.P ]
The Sydney Morning Herald (NSW : 1842 - 1954) Monday
16 August 1886 p 1 Family Notices
VAUGHAN-HEARTNEEDY.-August 11, 1880, at Mount Carmel Church, by Rev. M.
Vaughan (brother to the bride- groom), Michael, fifth son of Martin Vaughan,
Esq.. county Clare, Ireland, to Mary Josephine, youngest daughter of Patrick
Heartneedy, Esq., county Clare, Ireland.
The Sydney Morning Herald (NSW : 1842 - 1954) Saturday
21 August 1886 p 1 Family Notices
HEALEY - O'DOWD. -July 23, by special license, at St Patrick's Catholic
Church, Sydney, by the Rev. Father Piquet, John P. Healey, 5th son of
the late Patrick Healey, Turagan, County Galway, to Maggie G., eldest
daughter of the late James O'Dowd, of Rathorpe, County Clare, Ireland.
South Australian Register (Adelaide, SA : 1839 - 1900)
Monday 23 August 1886 p 2 Advertising
JOHN CARMODY— Date of death or when reported, April 15; about 36
years of age; 5 ft. 7 in. or 8 in. high, fair complexion, blue eyes, light
hair, whiskers, and moustache. Deceased was working at the Beetaloo Waterworks,
was ; taken ill with fever, and admitted to the ' Patients' Home,' Laura,
on March 30. Notice sent to Registrar of Deaths on April 27. Deceased
was an Irishman. Had been a patient in the Adelaide Lunatic Asylum. A
brother-in-law of deceased is named Thomas O'Connell, Ballycooney, County
Clare, Ireland.
The Australasian Sketcher with Pen and Pencil (Melbourne,
Vic. : 1873 - 1889) Tuesday 24 August 1886 p 142 Family Notices
WARREN - MACREADY.- On the 14th ult., at the residence of the Rev. Henry
Macready, Selwyn-street, Moore-park, Sydney, by the father of the bride,
William Edward Warren, B.A., M.D., Mast. Surg.. Queen's Univ., Ireland,
eldest son of the Rev. Thomas Warren, late of the Manse, Ennis, County
Clare, Ireland, to Jane Eliza (Jessie), youngest daughter of the Rev.
Henry Macready, of Sydney.
The Argus (Melbourne, Vic. : 1848 - 1956) Monday 30 August
1886 p 1 Family Notices
CULLLINAN-CULLINAN.-On the 1st ult., at Christ Church, Leesom-park, Dublin,
by the Rev. Maurice Neligan, D. D., assisted by the Rev. C. Fleury, Henry
Valentine Cullinan, late 2nd battalion Con- naught Rangers (94th Regiment),
eldest son of the late Roger Cullinan, ex Sch. T.C.D., Woodstock- house,
County Clare, Ireland, to Rebecca Sophia, widow of Cormac Cullinan, surgeon,
H.M. Indian Army, and daughter of the late J. H. Fitzgerald, solicitor,
Dublin.
The Sydney Morning Herald (NSW : 1842 - 1954) Tuesday
7 September 1886 p 1 Advertising
M'KIRNAN.-On Sunday, September 6th, 1886, Hugh M'Kirnan, bootmaker, fourth
son of John and Elizabeth M'Kirnan, born in Killlnasula, of Newmarket-on-Fergus,
county Clare, Ireland, aged 60 years. Lord have mercy on his soul.
The Daily News (Perth, WA : 1882 - 1950) Monday 27 September
1886 p 3 Family Notices
O'DEA.— At her residence, Fitzgerald- street, Perth, September 24,
of liver complaint, Bridget, the beloved wife of Martin O'Dea— a
native of the town of Ennis, County Clare, Ireland; aged 49 years.
The Sydney Morning Herald (NSW : 1842 - 1954) Thursday
7 October 1886 p 1 Family Notices
KERR-O'NEILL -September 28 at Villa Maria, Hunter's Hill by the Rev. Father
Muraire, William Kerr, of Dumfries, Scotland to Mary, eldest daughter
of D. O'Neill Esq., Ballina- cragga New Market-on-Fergus, county Clare,
Ireland
Euroa Advertiser (Vic. : 1884 - 1920) Friday 5 November
1886 p 2 Article
The telegram announcing that proceedings of divorce have been instituted
by Lord Colin Campbell against his wife is (observes the Herald) a surprise
to most people. Very general sympathy was expressed by all the newspapers
with Lady Campbell when she obtained a decree of separation from her husband
in 1884, and leading articles were written to show that this was a case
in which the laws of divorce acted for the benefit of the innocent woman.
Lord Colin Campbell is the fifth son of the Duke of Argyll. He was born
in 1853, educated at Eton and Trinity College, Cambridge. He then entered
the Middle Temple, but did not practice much in the courts as a barrister.
He represented Argyleshire in Parliament from 1878 to 1885, and was attached
to Mr. Goschen's celebrated special mission to Constantinople in 1880.
He was married in 1881 to Gertrude Elizabeth, youngest, daughter of Edmond
Maghlin Blood, of Brickhill, County Clare, but the marriage was an unhappy
one from the first, and all will remember the sensation the action for
judicial separation created, although the evidence was taken in secret.
Cablegrams state that the Prince of Wales is not made co-respondent in
the suit, but that the Queen has obtained from the Duke of Argyll letters
written by the Prince to lady Campbell, which implicate him to a certain
extent.
The Argus (Melbourne, Vic. : 1848 - 1956) Tuesday 9 November
1886 p 1 Family Notices
EDWARDS -On the 7th inst, at Melbourne, Mr. John Francis Edwards, native
of Lahinch, County Clare, Ireland, aged 50 years. R.I P.
The Sydney Morning Herald (NSW : 1842 - 1954) Wednesday
1 December 1886 p 1 Family Notices
SLATTERY-REYNOLDS.-October 27,1886, by special license, at the Sacred
Heart Church, Lane Cove, Gordon, by the Very Rev. Father Morrogh, William,
third son of the late Patrick Slattery, late of Tipperary, Ireland, to
Mary, eldest daughter of the late Patrick Reynolds, county Clare, Ireland.
Home papers please copy.
The Argus (Melbourne, Vic. : 1848 - 1956) Friday 3 December
1886 p 4 Article
Melbourne Benevolent Asylum
On the 29th ult, John O'Keefe, aged 60, native of County Clare, Ireland,
died of asthenia, after having been for 10 years and six months in the
institution.
The Brisbane Courier (Qld. : 1864 - 1933) Thursday 13
January 1887 p 4 Article
The medical superintendent of the Dunwich Benevolent Asylum reports…and
2 males have died, namely Patrick Burns, labourer, native of Ballyvaun,
County Clare, Ireland, age 34 ; and Joseph Ogle, labourer, native of County
Tipperary, Ireland, age 24 ;…
The Brisbane Courier (Qld. : 1864 - 1933) Thursday 20
January 1887 p 4 Family Notices
FAHEY.-On the 15th January, 1887, at his residence, South Pine River,
Michael, eldest son of the late Peter Fahey, of County Clare, Ireland,
aged 58 years. [R.I.P. Home papers please copy.]
South Australian Register (Adelaide, SA : 1839 - 1900)
Monday 21 February 1887 p 2 Advertising
SOUTH-EASTERN DIVISION.
DENIS O’DE A— Date of death or when reported, July 17 ; 5
f t. 7 in. high, 36 years of age, stout build, black hair turning grey,
dark sandy beard. Deceased shot himself while on his way to the Police
Court to give evidence in a case of larceny. He was taken to the Mount
Gambier Hospital, and an inquest was held on the body by J. P. Stow, S.M.
A verdict of 'Suicide, while mentally deranged,' was returned. Deceased's
father resides at Kilbaba, County Clare, Ireland. He was a labouring man,
and had been working in the drainage districts.
The South Australian Advertiser (Adelaide, SA : 1858
- 1889) Wednesday 16 March 1887 p 4 Family Notices
PYNE —On the 17th December. 1886, at Tullycrine. county Clare, Ireland,
in his 23rd year, Patrick, the only and beloved son of William and Kate
Pyne, and also the affectionate brother of E. and J. Pyne, Parkside. Deeply
regretted by all who knew him. R.I.P.
The South Australian Advertiser (Adelaide, SA : 1858
- 1889) Friday 25 March 1887 p 4 Family Notices
NEAGLE - In affectionate remembrance of Patrick Neagle, a native of county
Clare, Ireland, who died in Melbourne Hospital from typhoid fever, March
20, 1867, aged 27 years. R.I.P.
Warwick Argus (St. Lucia, Qld. : 1879 - 1901) Tuesday
5 April 1887 p 2 Article
OBITUARY.-We regret having to chronicle the death of Mr. Michael Canny,
father of our respected townsman Mr. J. A. Canny, who passed quietly away
yesterday-morning at his son's residence in Percy-street, at the ripe
old age of ninety-five. The late Mr. Canny was born at Kilnoe, County
Clare, Ireland, in the year 1792, and came of an old and respected county
family. He arrived in Queensland, accompanied by his family, about twenty-five
years ago, and settled on the Mary River, where he was engaged in sugar
growing up to about five years ago, since which time he has resided in
Warwick. He enjoyed excellent health until the moment of his death, which
occurred without pain or sickness at a quarter past 7 o'clock yesterday
morning. The funeral takes place this afternoon at 3 and is likely to
be largely attended, for the deceased was respected by all who knew him,
and was the head of a family who deservedly occupy a high place in the
estimation of the community generally.
Warwick Argus (St. Lucia, Qld. : 1879 - 1901) Friday
8 April 1887 p 2 Family Notices
CANNY.-On the 4th inst., at the residence of his son, Percy-street, Warwick,
Michael Canny, senr., aged 95, late of Kilnoe, County Clare, Ireland.
R.I.P.
The South Australian Advertiser (Adelaide, SA : 1858
- 1889) Tuesday 12 April 1887 p 4 Family Notices
McNAMARA —On the 30th March, at Martindale, near Mintaro, through
sudden shock to the system caused by accidentally falling from his horse,
James McNamara, formerly of Manush. county Clare, Ireland, aged 47 years.
Home and American papers, please copy. R.I.P.
Launceston Examiner (Tas. : 1842 - 1899) Thursday 21
April 1887 p 3 Article
DEATH OF THE REV. FATHER B. CALLANAN.... A singular coincidence has occurred
with respect to the death of .two young Roman Catholic priests who had
not been long in the colonies. We referred in our issue of April 12 to
the demise at the Launceston Hospital (where he had been conveyed so as
to ensure, unremitting attention) of the Rev. Christopher Morris, and
now we have to chronicle the death of the Rev. Father Bartholomew Callanan,
who died at the St. Vincent's Hospital, Sydney, on April 9. Singularly,
those two young priests died of the same disease (consumption), on the
same day, April 9, and at the same hour, and both in hospitals. Our Hobart
correspondent wires : -"News was regretfully received here last night
of the death, on the '9th inst., at St. Vincent's Hospital, Sydney of
the Rev. Father B. Callanan, who in 1882, during the absence of Dean Beechinor,
officiated at Launceston, assisting the Rev: Father Gleeson. Deceased
was aged about 29 years, had long been ailing from a pulmonary complaint.
His sister and niece were with him at the last, also the good nuns at
the St. Vincent's Hospital. De ceased, who was widely 'esteemed; was buried
in the cemetery near the Hospital, the funeral being largely attended."
Through the courtesy of Dean Beechinor we are enabled to supply the, following
further particulars :-Father ; Callanan studied at All-Hallowes College,
Dublin, with a special view for service in the diocese of Hobart. He'
was a native of Ennis, County Clare, Ireland, in the diocese of Killoloe,
County Limerick. He arrived in Tasmania in November; 1881, accompanied
by the Rev. Bernard Murphy, who is now incumbent of New Norfolk. Deceased
had not been long in Tasmania when the late Bishop of Bathurst asked the
Bishop of Hobart, Dr. Murphy, for a loan of' his services for a short
time owing to the paucity of clergymen in that diocese, and he was appointed
curate to the Very Rev. Dean O'Keefe, of Mudgee, New South Wales, where
he stayed about a year. Being recalled by the Bishop of Hobart he was
appointed early in 1882, one of the curates at the Church of the Apostles
at Launceston during the absence of Dean Beechinor, in, Rome. Finding
that his health completely. failed him in 'Tasmania (for the cold, damp
climate here increased his ailment) after staying about a. year in Launceston
he' begged Bishop Murphy to release him from his obligations to the. diocese
of Hobart. He then became affiliated, to the diocese of Bathurest,'re
suming his work at Mudgee. On returning there, finding himself no better
in health, he applied for leave of absence to try the hot springs of New
Zealand. This, however, afforded only temporary relief; he gradually got
worse;, and returned to Sydney, entering St. Vincent's Hospital, where
he was enabled to have constant medical attendance and the unremitting
attention of the nurses until his lamented death as stated. The deceased
priest was an estimable young man, and was very, popular here during his
brief stay.
Gippsland Times (Vic. : 1861 - 1954) Monday 25 April
1887 Edition: Morning. p 3 Family Notices
BOURKE - O'SHEA. -On the 13th April, at St. Mary's Church, by the Very
Rev. Father Hegarty, V.F., Martin, third son of the late Patrick Bourke,
County Clare, Ireland, to Norah, second daughter of Michael O'Shea, of
Sale.
The Maitland Mercury & Hunter River General Advertiser
(NSW : 1843 - 1893) Tuesday 14 June 1887 p 5 Article
LOCAL NEWS.
DETERMINED SUICIDE AT GRETA -A brief announcement appeared in our last
issue of the death of William Carry or Carey who was found at Greta on
the previous day with his throat cut. The circumstances disclosed at the
inquest held at Mr Rostron's hotel, Greta, on Saturday forenoon, before
Mr. Alfred Vindin, coroner, point to a determined case of suicide. Carry
was a labourer, aged thirty-six years, and was born in County Clare, Ireland.
At times he was addicted to drink, when his conduct was very eccentric.
It seems that the unhappy fellow went to Greta recently, and for five
days preceding his death he stayed with Michael Cant- well, wheelwright,
who last saw him on the after- noon of Thursday. Later in the evening
Mr. Cantwell heard that Carry had been seen going towards the river, and
as his whereabouts could not be ascertained information was given to Constable
Dunshea, who, with Mr. Cantwell, prosecuted a search and inquiry on Friday
morning. They learned from a Mr. Maloney that a stranger had been sitting
on a log in a paddock adjoining his property in the vicinity of the Hunter
River. A search was continued along the river towards a place known as
Cockpit, when the body of deceased was found lying a short distance from
the edge of the water. There was a deep wound in the man's neck, and in
his left hand was the blade of a knife, which had no handle. The right
hand was missing. About two years ago, it appeared, the deceased injured
himself when under the influence of drink, and his right hand had to be
amputated. The knife found on him was recognised as the one which Carry
used to screw on to the stump of the right hand to eat his meals with.
Some days ago when drinking he behaved strangely, and said "that
something had shown him that he was going to die." His condition,
however, was not such as to warrant his apprehension. Dr Rogers was of
opinion from its position and appearance that the wound was self inflicted.
It was five inches in length, and the cartilage and large vessels had
been severed. Death had taken place apparently about twelve hours previous
to the recovery of the body. The jury found that death resulted from the
wound in the throat, which had been inflicted by deceased while labouring
under temporary insanity.
The Argus (Melbourne, Vic. : 1848 - 1956) Thursday 16
June 1887 p 1 Family Notices
NESTOR.—On the 15th inst., at her residence, Chiltern, Mary Nestor,
relict of the late John Nestor, of County Clare, Ireland, and beloved
mother of Mrs. John Ilott and Martin and Edward Nestor, Cubitt-street,
Richmond, aged 81 years.
The Sydney Morning Herald (NSW : 1842 - 1954) Saturday
25 June 1887 p 1 Family Notices
QUINN- DUFFY.- June 1 at St. Patrick's by the Rev. Father Le Rennetel,
Thomas Albert, fourth son of the late Mr. Timothy Quinn, of Castlecario,
County Mayo, Ireand, to Mary, eldest daughter of Mr. Thomas Duffy, Cloonawillan,
County Clare, Ireland
The Maitland Mercury & Hunter River General Advertiser
(NSW : 1843 - 1893) Saturday 30 July 1887 p 1 Family Notices
MAHER - CASEY - By special license, at St Francis' Church, Sydney, by
the Rev. Father Barlow, M. P., youngest son of the late James Maher, Thurles,
County Tipperary, Ireland, to Mary Agnes, youngest daughter of the late
Martin Casey, Six-Mile Bridge, County Clare, Ire- land.
The South Australian Advertiser (Adelaide, SA : 1858
- 1889) Thursday 11 August 1887 p 4 Family Notices
CAHALL.—On the 25th January, at Jamestown, Pat. Cahall, late of
the county Clare, Ireland, aged 33 years.
Warwick Argus (St. Lucia, Qld. : 1879 - 1901) Saturday
20 August 1887 p 2 Article
THE DROWNING FATALITY.-An enquiry into the circumstances connected with
the death of Timothy Sexton, which was reported in our last issue, was
held by the Police Magistrate on Wednesday. Evidence was given to the
effect that deceased called at the Downs Hotel about 4 o'clock on Sunday
after- noon, and after partaking of refreshments proceeded on his way
home to Toolburra. The deceased was riding, and would have to cross a
gully known as Campbell's Gully. His horse was found later on at Rosehill
and taken to North Toolburra, and the 'police were informed that deceased
was missing. The gully was dragged on Monday by the police and the body
was recovered and taken to the Downs Hotel where it was identified as
that of Timothy Sexton. The deceased was a native of County Clare (Ireland),
and was 52 years of age. He owned 80 acres of land and a few horses. A
will which he made two years ago was deposited at the A.J.S. Batik, Warwick.
At the conclusion of the evidence the Police Magistrate said there was
no doubt the deceased was drowned while attempting to cross a gully which
was flooded by the recent heavy rains. The de- positions were ordered
to be forwarded to the Attorney-General. The funeral of the deceased took
place on Tuesday afternoon, a large number of buggies and horsemen following.
The burial service of the R.C. Church was read by the Rev. Father Hughes,
and the funeral arrangements were entrusted to ' Mr. F. Reimers.
The Sydney Morning Herald (NSW : 1842 - 1954) Saturday
20 August 1887 p 1 Family Notices
SMITH-MUSGRAVE. - August 17, at St. Jude's Church, Randwick, by the Rev.
William Hough, Henry Young, third son of the late David Smith, Ennis,
County Clare, to M. J. (Pattie), younger daughter of the late William
Musgrave, Cahirnarry, Limerick, Ireland, and Mrs. Musgrave, Elton Cottage,
Ivy street, Randwick.
The South Australian Advertiser (Adelaide, SA : 1858
- 1889) Monday 29 August 1887 p 4 Family Notices
NEESON-O'DEA.-On the 10th August, at St. Anacletus Church, Petersburg,
by the Rev. Father Norton, William James, fourth son of Thomas Neeson,
Adelaide, to Elizabeth, third daughter of James O'Dea, county Clare, Ireland,
and sister to John O'Dea, Adelaide.
Morning Bulletin (Rockhampton, Qld. : 1878 - 1954) Wednesday
21 September 1887 p 1 Family Notices
LLOYD-APJOHN. —On the 14th instant, of consumption, while journeying
from Springsure to Rockhampton, George Lawrence Marshall Lloyd-Apjohn,
M.D., late of Springsure, and of St. Elmo, County Clare, Ireland. (Deeply
regretted by all who knew him.)
The South Australian Advertiser (Adelaide, SA : 1858
- 1889) Friday 7 October 1887 p 6 Article
HORBIBLE TRAGEDY AT STEPNEY
A MAN MURDERS HIS WIFE AND SHOOTS HIMSELF.
The usually quiet suburb of Stepney was thrown into a state of great commotion
on Thursday afternoon when it became known that a terrible tragedy had
taken place in a humble dwelling in Ann-street, a thoroughfare which branches
from the main road, and contains many residences. It is some consider-
able time since anything of a sensational nature occurred at Stepney,
and when it was noised about that a tragedy had occurred which had resulted
in the death of one who was in the full vigor of manhood, and was likely
also to be the cause of the death of a careful wife and a loving mother,
the subject soon became the theme of general conversation. Late in the
afternoon Lance-Corporal Burchell reported at the metropolitan police-station
that at half-past 3 o'clock John O'Brien, a laborer, 25 years, re- siding
in Ann street, a short distance from the tramline, had shot his wife Catherine,
aged 27 years. Lance-Corporal Burchell's report stated that immediately
after the tragedy Dr. A. E. Wigg was called in, and having examined the
unfortunate woman pronounced that she was in a dying condition, and that
it was probable she would not live many hours. The tragedy occurred in
the house of Mrs. Bridget Lenane, a widow, and the mother of Mrs. O'Brien.
After endeavoring to take his wife's life O'Brien left the house, and
walking a few steps from the back door, shot himself dead. The deceased
was confined to the Lunatic Asylum about 12 months ago for a couple of
weeks on account of his having shown unmistakable symptoms of insanity.
Sometime after that he neglected his wife, and about six weeks ago he
was arrested on a warrant for having left her with- out adequate means
of support. He was brought before the Police Court, and ordered to contribute
£1 a week towards her maintenance. From that time until Thursday
after- noon he was absent from his house, and it was supposed that he
was working at either Dry Creek or Port Adelaide. At 2 o'clock on Thursday
afternoon he entered the house where his mother in-law (Mrs. Lenane) and
a sister of the deceased woman were seated. He appeared to be in his proper
senses and was not excited, nor did he show any signs of his having been
drinking. He enquired if Kate (meaning his wife) was at home, and Mrs.
Lenane replied in the negative, and added that she had just stepped over
for a little while to Mrs. Weddell's, a neighbor residing only a short
distance away. Then he said he would like to see her, and asked the old
lady if she would go after her. Mrs. Lenane expressed her willingness
to do this, and shortly afterwards left the house and proceeded to Mrs.
Weddell's, where she found Mrs. O'Brien and told her that her husband
had returned and that he wanted to see her. The woman came at once, and
when she reached the house her mother and sister left her alone in the
kitchen with her husband. Mrs. Lenane and her other daughter remained
for some little time in the front room, and while there they heard O'Brien
ask his wife some questions about his child, a little thing but six months
old, "was it cross," and "did it cry much," and other
questions which a husband might reasonably put to his wife regarding his
child. A few moments of silence ensued, and then the occupants of the
front room were startled by the report of a firearm, and rushing into
the kitchen they found the wife lying on the floor near the back door
with the baby in her arms, and the husband standing a short distance from
her with a revolver in his hand. Norah Lenane, the single daughter, pushed
O'Brien out of the door. But the fellow was not to be thwarted in his
purpose, and freeing himself from the women's grasp, he again levelled
the weapon at his wife, who while lying on the floor, and in such deadly
peril, still clung affectionately to her babe. He fired two shots at the
poor woman as she lay prostrate on the floor, and the terrified mother
and sister ran from the room and called out for assistance. The local
police authorities were soon communicated with, and lost no time in reaching
the house when such an appalling scene had been enacted. Police-Constable
Mullins was the first to arrive, and upon entering the back yard of the
house another horrible sight met his view. Lying a few paces from the
side fence was the lifeless body of Lenane (O'Brien). He had fired two
shots into his breast a few inches apart. Nearby was the weapon with which
the double deed had been committed —a new six-chamber revolver.
The surrounding circumstances go to show that after firing at his wife
O'Brien reloaded the revolver before passing out of the house to shoot
himself. The poor woman who, as it turned out was mortally wounded, was
picked up and taken into her bedroom, and Dr. Wigg was soon in attendance.
From the first there was no hope of recovery, and after suffering great
agony she expired soon after 9 o'clock at night. The murderer and his
wife were natives of County Clare, Ireland, and came to the colony as
immigrants in the ship Nebo about six years ago. Four years later they
were married, and at the time of the terrible occurrence the murdered
woman was living with her widowed mother. Mrs. Lenane is a woman advanced
in years, and has five daughters and four sons. Her husband died 14 years
ago, and by dint of hard work and much perseverance she had succeeded
in bringing her family up respectably. She is, of course, much distressed
over the terrible occurrence, and also are the others of the family. The
tragedy has cast a gloom over the entire neighborhood, where Mrs. O'Brien,
who was a tidy nice looking Irish woman, was well known. O'Brien was a
strongly-built man, with dark features. He had rather a full face of a
distinctly Irish type. One bullet wound is situated on the right breast,
and the other in the chest, and death must have speedily ensued. The weapon
with which the deed was com- mitted is a cheap revolver of small calibre,
and is quite new, having apparently been purchased for the occasion. It
does not bear a maker's name. In the chambers were found three full cartridges
and three empty ones. The city coroner took Mrs. O'Brien's dying depositions.
She said "My husband shot me with a revolver. I don't know what for."
At the earnest request of the relatives of the dead woman the body of
the murderer was removed to the morgue, but the remains of the wife left
at the house in charge of a policeman. An inquest will probably be commenced
this morning. The neighborhood is a respectable one, the residents being
chiefly hardworking people of the artisan and laboring classes. Several
years ago a man endeavored to murder his wife there, shooting her in the
breast with a gun, but not, however, killing her. Another case of attempted
wife murder also occurred there a long time ago, when a woman was stabbed
by her husband. The present occurrence has created much excitement in
the district, and on Thursday evening groups of people were congregated
outside the house of death discussing the details.
The Sydney Morning Herald (NSW : 1842 - 1954) Tuesday
25 October 1887 p 1 Family Notices
FLOYD—CUSACK.—October 19, at St. Mary's Cathedral, by the
Rev. Father M'Donnell, Patrick, eldest son of Isaac Floyd, County Tipperary,
to Bridget, third daughter of Denis Cusack, County Clare, Ireland.
The Sydney Morning Herald (NSW : 1842 - 1954) Wednesday
21 December 1887 p 1 Family Notices
COLBOURNE.-In loving memory of our dear brother, James H. Colbourne, died
in Glasgow 21st December, 1884, native of Tulla, county Clare. Ireland.
Sweet Jesus have mercy on his soul. Inserted by his loving sisters, Harriot
and Mary.
The Sydney Morning Herald (NSW : 1842 - 1954) Wednesday
25 January 1888 p 18 Family Notices
THE FRIENDS of the late TIMOTHY KANE (late of county Clare, Ireland) are
respectfully invited to attend his Funeral ; to move from the Sydney Hospital,
THIS (Wednesday) AFTERNOON, at 2 o'clock, for the Necropolis. J. and G.
SHYING and CO., Undertakers, No. 8, George-street West.
The South Australian Advertiser (Adelaide, SA : 1858
- 1889) Tuesday 7 February 1888 p 4 Article
QUINLAN-CALLINAN.—On the 4th February, at St. Patrick's Church,
by the Rev. Father Hurley, James Edmund Quinlan, Roscrea, County Tipperary,
Ireland, to Catherine Cullinan, Kilshanney, County Clare, Ireland.
The Queenslander (Brisbane, Qld. : 1866 - 1939) Saturday
11 February 1888 p 201 Family Notices
CURRY—MARKEY.—On the 25th January, at St. Stephen's Cathedral,
by the Rev. Father Fouhy, Malachy, son of John Curry, of Ninah, County
Clare. Ireland, to Bridget, daughter of Richard Markey, of Carlanstown,
County Meath, Ireland.
The South Australian Advertiser (Adelaide, SA : 1858
- 1889) Tuesday 14 February 1888 p 4 Family Notices
O'CONNOR - BOURKE -On the 10th January, at St. Lawrence's (R.C.) Church,
N.A., by Dean Kennedy, James O'Connor, second son of the late James O'Connor,
Loughgrany, County Clare, Ireland, to Johanna A. Bourke, third daughter
of the late John Bourke, Knorkforle, County Tipperary, Ireland.
The Sydney Morning Herald (NSW : 1842 - 1954) Tuesday
28 February 1888 p 1 Family Notices
HERBERT — MADIGAN. —February 8, 1888, by special license,
at St. Patrick's Roman Catholic Church, Araluen, New South Wales, by the
Rev. James J. Mahony, John Gaffney Otway Herbert, of 115, Elizabeth-street,
Sydney, solicitor, eldest son of Michael Herbert, of Redfern, surveyor,
to Margaret Agnes Alice Madigan, eldest daughter of James Madigan, Esq.,
of Ballycarrick, county Clare, Ireland.
The Argus (Melbourne, Vic. : 1848 - 1956) Monday 5 March
1888 p 1 Family Notices
THE Friends of WILLIAM HUGH, son of Jeremiah and Letitia, and grandson
of Michael Hennessy, formerly of New Grove, County Clare, are informed
that his remains will be moved for interment in the St. Kilda Cemetery,
from his father's residence, Clyde-street, St. Kilda, THIS DAY (Monday),
5th, at 3.15 p.m. sharp.
WM. GEO. APPS, Undertaker, Moor-street, Fitzroy; and High-street, St.
Kilda.
Cairns Post (Qld. : 1884 - 1893) Wednesday 14 March 1888
p 2 Article
Cairns District Hospital.
The names of the patients who died were-Martin O'loughlin, aged 23, native
of Ennis. County Clare, Ireland, admitted to the hospital on 1st February,
died on the 4th from continued fever:…
Australian Town and Country Journal (NSW : 1870 - 1907)
Saturday 17 March 1888 p 1 Advertising
WALSH, MAT.-If this should meet the eye of MAT. WALSH, from County Clare,
Ireland, late of Lissboenvarna, will he kindly write to his Nephew MARTIN
WALSH (son of John Walsh) Address, Broken Hill, N.S.W.
The Brisbane Courier (Qld. : 1864 - 1933) Thursday 22
March 1888 p 4 Family Notices
FLANAGAN. — On the 4th January, at her residence, Barkstead, Victoria,
Eliza, the beloved wife of Denis Flanagan, daughter of the late Daniel
Carroll, Builder, of Ennis Town, County Clare, Ireland, and sister to
Mrs. John Potts, of Brisbane, Queensland.
Queanbeyan Age (NSW : 1867 - 1904) Saturday 24 March
1888 p 2 Family Notices
AT her residence on Wednesday, March 15th, Ann, the beloved wife of James
Land, aged 48 years, native of County Clare, Ireland.
Launceston Examiner (Tas. : 1842 - 1899) Saturday 31
March 1888 Supplement: Supplement to the Launceston Examiner. p 1 Article
BRADY AND HIS ASSO CLITES. No. 10.
It is a considerable time since the previous article appeared, giving
an account of the surrender of Brady to Mr. John Batman in April, 1826,
and his trial and execution. It now only remains to record the closing
career of the last member of the once dreaded band, Dunne, whom we have
lost sight of since he was succoured by Mr. David Gibson's shepherd at
Snake Banks. The cause of the delay has been the necessity of hunting
up some' old Government records, in order to verify my account of his
career. All that was diabolical, atrocious, hideous, and malignant in
this Irish fiend soon developed itself when he lost the con trolling and
commanding authority of the master mind of Brady. The first robbery he
committed after leaving Brady was from an old couple named Drummond, who
kept the White Horse public-house at St. Paul's Plains, near Avoca. After
cruelly ill-using them, he tied them and their man-servant, and then attempted
to set fire to the premises. Fortunately for them there was a rescuer
near at hand in Jno. Batman. who with his blacks was scouring the country
in search of some aborigines who had been guilty of depredations. Dumne's
career for some months was of the same dastardly character,-robbing isolated
persons, accompanied with violence, so much so that it roused the indignation
of the bushmen and stock riders. Many narrow escapes from the rifle did
Dunne experience, and feeling that his life hung upon a straw, lie made
for the interior and took up his quarters with the aborigines. There dwelt
a tribe in the heart of the island, sheltered by the Frenchman's Cap,
near Lakes Crescent and Sorell. The valleys were watered by the rivers
Shannon and Ouse, and their hunting grounds were extensive. Its ravines
and dells were as they were left by the Almighty. Here dwelt the primitive
man, and they were known to the whites as " The Big Tribe,"
on account of their stature, the males being mostly above 6ft. Among this
tribe entered the white savage. His amorous disposition sought the favours
of a good-looking gin, but all his advances were rejected by the black
man's wife. He soon found means to remove the obstacle; that means was
the musket, for lie shot her husband. The poor woman wept bitterly at
the death of him whom she only knew, and refused to go away from the mutilated
body. Dunne cut off his victim's head, drilled a hole through the nape
of the neck, and suspended it by a cord around the neck of the outraged
wife. Then, drawing his knife, he drove her onward to his bush retreat,
or more properly speaking to the den of a tiger. That woman, after making
her escape from his clutches (her name was Walloa), became the "Joan
of Arc" of her people, leading her warriors on to war. By her appeals
and her courageous conduct in the field that peaceful tribe became the
terror of that neighbourhood and its surroundings. Even Mr. G. A. Robertson
had a narrow escape of his life. For five days this woman pursued him,
showing she made war against the white race. Mr. Du Terrau, an artist,
residing in Hobart at this period, has left a portrait of her brother
Manalogana, and anyone viewing that portrait would be struck with the
manly proportions, but as I am not writing the life of the aborigines
I must refer my readers who wish for a more explicit account to "
Bonwick's history of the lost race." Dunne being pursued by both
white and black, was rarely seen in the haunts of white men, but being
driven from his ambush by hunger, he appeared on the Macquarie Plains,
near the present township of Hamilton. He was closely pursued by civilians
and constables, and attempted to conceal himself in a hay rick, but was
discovered and taken to Hobart Town, where he was tried and found guilty.
He appeared on the scaffold in a singular costume-a long white muslin
robe, with a huge black cross marked thereon, before and behind his cap
was of a similar character, and he walked with a rosary in his hands.
The assumption of a devotional demeanour, the theatrical striking of his
breast in mock humility, and his well-intoned ejaculations of "Lord
deliver us," greatly moved the ignorant crowd of fellow felons before
him. It is difficult to understand the morbid taste of some people. About
one hundred of his co-religionists followed him to the grave, having previously
presented him with an elegant cedar coffin. Dunne was a native of County
Clare and was what would now be termed a kind of huckster, attending fairs
and dealing in cattle. He was of a gigantic size and enormous strength,
and had the neck of a bullock. Mr. Dogherty, the "Jack Ketch"
of the island, said it was the largest neck he had ever encircled with
hemp. He had hardly arrived in the colony before lie was sentenced to
Nottman's chain gang, and here lie met his co-equal in strength and ferocity
in the shape of Mr. Nottman. March 21. B.
The Queenslander (Brisbane, Qld. : 1866 - 1939) Saturday
14 April 1888 p 564 Advertising
THOMAS CLANCY, late of Rathorpe, County Clare, Ireland, last heard of
at Walkers- town, near Mackay, in June, 1885,—Your Sister is anxious
to hear from you. Anyone knowing his whereabouts kindly communicate with
MARY CLANCY, St. Patrick's Presbytery, Herberton.
The Brisbane Courier (Qld. : 1864 - 1933) Wednesday 2
May 1888 p 4 Family Notices
BRENNAN-MILLS -On the 27th April, at St. Stephen's Cathedral, by the Rev.
Father Fouhy, Patrick Brennan, of Loophead, County Clare, Ire- land, to
Maria Charlotte, third daughter of Edward Mills, Esq. , Trinity Pilot,
Shooter's Hill, Woolwich, England.
The Brisbane Courier (Qld. : 1864 - 1933) Monday 28 May
1888 p 4 Family Notices
SMITH - CLANCY. - On the 12th May, at St. Stephen's Cathedral, by the
Rev D. Fouhy, William Dawson, eldest son of Robert Smith, contractor,
Stirling, Scotland, to Maggie Josephine, eldest daughter of the late T.
Clancy,, County Clare, Ireland.
The South Australian Advertiser (Adelaide, SA : 1858
- 1889) Thursday 7 June 1888 p 4 Family Notices
COLLINS -On the 24th May, at his residence, Broken Hill, of typhoid fever.
Martin, the dearly beloved husband of Mary Collins, aged 30 years, late
of Stuart street S.A., and a native of New Quay in the County Clare, Ireland,
leaving a sorrowing wife and three children to mourn their loss. R.I.P.
The South Australian Advertiser (Adelaide, SA : 1858
- 1889) Tuesday 19 June 1888 p 4 Family Notices
HINCHEY—DOWD.—On the 6th June, at St. Joseph's Church, Orroroo,
by the Rev. J. Maher, Michael, third son of Patrick Hinchey, county Clare,
Ireland, to Ellen Elizabeth, eldest daughter of the late G. Dowd, of Sandergrove,
South Australia.
The Sydney Morning Herald (NSW : 1842 - 1954) Saturday
23 June 1888 p 1 Family Notices
DAVOSEN.-In loving memory of our dear mother, Ellen Davosen. who died
on the 23rd of June, 1886. Loved and respected by all who knew her. Seventy-five
years;: native of County Clare, Ireland. May she rest in peace. Inserted
by her loving children, Mrs. M. Vaughan, J. Davosen, Mrs. E. White, and
Mrs. J. Roche.
Queensland Figaro and Punch (Brisbane, QLD : 1885 - 1916)
Saturday 7 July 1888 p 11 Article
The Hon A. J. Thynne, M LC.,
Minister fob Justice.
The Hon. Andrew Joseph. Thynne, M.L.C., and Minister for Justice, has
been a Member of the Upper House since 1882. He is a solicitor by profession,
and takes his portfolio as Minister for Justice (in lieu of Attorney-General)
by a special proclamation under the Act to Amend the Laws relating to
the Office of Attorney-General, which permits of the creation of this
office. He has always occupied a prominent position in the Legislative
Council-, and is well stored with general information. He is especially
interested in Defence Force matters, and particularly enthusiastic with
regard to the Volunteer branch of the service, being Major commanding
the Brisbane Volunteer Rifles, and one of the chief promoters of the Irish
Volunteer Corps. He was born at Ballinagrave House, County Clare, Ireland,
on October 30th, 1847; came to Queensland in August, 1864; was a short
time in the Civil Service; and was admitted as a solicitor in December,
1873,
The Queenslander (Brisbane, Qld. : 1866 - 1939) Saturday
21 July 1888 p 84 Advertising
WILL MICHAEL O'DOHERTY (Late of County Clare, Ireland, and last heard
of in Normanton two years ago) communicate with his sister, ELLEN O'DOHERTY,
at once. Charters Towers Post Office.
The Sydney Morning Herald (NSW : 1842 - 1954) Monday
30 July 1888 p 1 Advertising
IF PATRICK FOLEY (or his children), from Ennistimon, County Clare, Ireland,
when last heard from by his brother, Cornelius Clancy, of Vermont, N.
America, he was in Sydney. Any information will be thankfully received
by his niece, Mrs. A. ROWE, Queensland Hotel, Erskine-street, Sydney.
The South Australian Advertiser (Adelaide, SA : 1858
- 1889) Wednesday 1 August 1888 p 4 Family Notices
MOODY — WOODS—On the 24th July, at St Patrick's Church, West
terrace, by the Rev. Father Byrne. William Moody, the eldest son of the
late John Moody, Adelaide, to Honora Woods, fourth daughter of the late
Denis Woods, county Clare, Ireland.
The Brisbane Courier (Qld. : 1864 - 1933) Friday 3 August
1888 p 5 Article
Benevolent Asylum, Dunwich.
…John Ready, 30, labourer, admitted 5th January, 1888, native of
county Clare, Ireland….
The Brisbane Courier (Qld. : 1864 - 1933) Saturday 11
August 1888 p 9 Advertising
Benevolent Asylum, Dunwich.
…Death during the week, John Brown (27), labourer, admitted 28th
February, 1888, native of County Clare, Ireland….
The South Australian Advertiser (Adelaide, SA : 1858
- 1889) Thursday 16 August 1888 p 4 Family Notices
FITZPATRICK. -On the 7th August, at Broken Hill, at the residence of Michael
Healy, suddenly, John Fitzpatrick, late of Carrieton and Seven Hills,
the beloved father of Mrs. John Knightly, of Carrieton, aged 59, native
of County Clare, Ireland —R.I.P'.
The Argus (Melbourne, Vic. : 1848 - 1956) Thursday 6
September 1888 p 1 Family Notices
DUGGAN. —On the 2nd inst. (suddenly), at Geelong Hospital, Patrick
Duggan, native of County Clare, Ireland, aged about 60.
The Argus (Melbourne, Vic. : 1848 - 1956) Friday 5 October
1888 p 1 Family Notices
COGHLAN —M'INERNEY. —On the 6th ult., at St. Joseph's Roman
Catholic Church, Port Melbourne, by the Rev. Prior Butler, Michael Coghlan,
late of the Commercial Hotel, to Kate M'Inerney, Naval Brigade Hotel,
Bay-street, Port Melbourne, both of County Clare, Ireland.
The Sydney Morning Herald (NSW : 1842 - 1954) Friday
26 October 1888 p 11 Article
MAGISTERIAL INQUIRY.
MANSLAUGHTER AT ULTIMO.
Yesterday, at the Crown Hotel, Crown-road, Ultimo, before Mr. T. K. Abbott,
J.P., S.M., an inquiry was held into the circumstances attending the death
of a woman named Catherine Canny, who died somewhat suddenly at her residence,
488, Darling-street Ultimo, on Tuesday morning last, from, it is alleged,
the effects of ill-treatment received at the hands of a man named Patrick
Murray. ' Bridget Ryan stated that the deceased was her mother, 75 years
of age, a native of County Clare, Ireland, a widow; she left a family
of four children ; she was a woman of temperate habits ; about 10 o'clock
on the night of the 11th instant, deceased, witness, and her husband,
in company with four young men, were present in the house of witness,
488, Darling-street about two hours previously Ryan went out with a man
named Patrick Murray, and at 10 o'clock the former returned and entered
the house by the front door; he asked witness for the key of the back
gate ; it was refused him, and on witness looking round, she saw Murray
standing at the back gate ; he called out to witness to give up the key,
and some words then passed between them; witness then tried to close the
back door leading to the kitchen; and, whilst doing so, Murray burst open
the door and rushed into the kitchen, caught hold of deceased under the
arms and threw her to the floor; in her descent, her right hip came into
contact with- a box which was standing in the kitchen; witness screamed,
and Murray made a rush for her but she evaded him; the deceased was placed
in bed, where she remained up till the time of her death; Murray occasionally
took Ryan out to get some drink; deceased did not say anything to Murray
previous to the occurrence. James Ryan stated that on the night in question
both himself and Murray were under the influence of drink; he could remember
going to the back gate to try to get in, and failing to do so went into
the house at the front, but of what occurred after this witness had no
recollection. Sergeant Collins gave evidence as to the arrest of Patrick
Murray on suspicion of having caused the death of deceased. Dr. John Joseph
Power stated he was called in to see the deceased on the evening of the
11th inst-, and on arrival found her to be suffering from a fracture of
the upper end of the right thigh-bone; there was no other external mark
of violence; the bone was very brittle and would have caused very little
violence to break it ; the de- ceased died on Tuesday morning, the cause
of death being shock to the system consequent upon the fracture described,
accelerated by a weak and fatty heart. Mr. Abbott found that the deceased
died from the effects of injuries inflicted by Patrick Murray.
The Argus (Melbourne, Vic. : 1848 - 1956) Friday 2 November
1888 p 1 Advertising
PATRICK JOSEPH COONEY, from Kilrush, County Clare, please communicate
with your brother, Joseph Cooney. Address Beaconsfield Hotel, Beaconsfield.
Singleton Argus (NSW : 1880 - 1954) Wednesday 7 November
1888 p 3 Article
CASUALTY AT SCONE.
A RAILWAY GATE-KEEPER KILLED [FROM OUR CORRESPONDENT.]
An inquest was held at the Golden Fleece Hotel, Scone, on the 1st instant,
before Mr W. J. Parker, Coroner, touching the death of James Curtin, aged
37 years, who was killed by the mail train on the 31st ultimo while opening
the gates across the railway line in Liverpool-street, Scone. William
Butler, police constable, deposed that on the previous night, about 20
minutes past 9, he proceeded to the crossing known as Curtin's gates;
observed the gate near the railway station broken in pieces, and splinters
lying about every where; from information received, went into the gate
house (about 21 yards from the gates) deceased was then lying in an unconscious
state on a couch in the front room and Dr Stevenson was attending him,
noticed a cut on the right side of the deceased's head and other wounds;
in company with Constable Pierce witness remained there until 40 minutes
past 10 p.m., when by order of Dr Stevenson, Senior-Sergeant Coady, Constable
Pierce, witness and others conveyed the deceased to the hospital.
Winifred Curtin deposed , she was the wife of the deceased James Curtin;
she was in charge of the gates in Liverpool-street; her husband had charge
of the gates, on the previous evening from 6.40 to 9.30 ; she retired
to rest about 7.45 p.m. leaving deceased to look after the gates; the
next time witness saw her husband he was lying on the ground close to
the railway line, and the 9 p.m. mail train had pulled up in front of
her house; the deceased was carried into the house; he was unconscious;
he was after wards conveyed to the hospital, according to the doctor's
instructions where she had seen his body that morning; the deceased was
36 years of age last June, and was a native of County Clare, Ireland ;
he had left five children, the youngest being 1 year and 5 months old,
the eldest 10 years old; it was the custom when a train was approaching
the gates when all was right, to display a green light; when it was desired
to stop the train a red light was shown; as a gatekeeper she was provided
with those lights, viz, a red, a white, and a green, the white light is
used us a signal to go steady ; she received 5s per week for looking after
the gates; she usually retired at the same time every night. Charles Eaton
deposed he was a draper in the employ of Messrs M. Campbell and Co., about
9 p.m. on the previous night he was proceeding up Liverpool-street in
the direction of the Post Office when on reaching Curtin gates he (witness)
observed a train coming from the station house in the direction of the
gates, at that time the gates were closed across the railway line witness
went into Curtin's house to inform him of the approach of the train found
deceased on the verandah in a chair asleep, witness aroused him, he (deceased)
jumped up in a confused state, ran to the end of the verandah, picked
up a lantern and proceeded towards the gates holding the lamp at arms
length above his head; the train was so close at hand that deceased had
only time to open one gate when the other gate was burst open by the engine
and smashed; the train immediately came to a standstill, witness proceeded
towards the gates and found deceased lying on the ground apparently unconscious,
witness could not say whether deceased was knocked down by the engine,
or by the gate; witness told the guard that Curtin was under the train
and went home as soon as he saw the guard leave the van to go to deceased's
assistance; re turned to the spot shortly afterwards and saw deceased
in an unconscious state on a couch in the gate-house; witness could not
say what was the color of the light deceased displayed to the train; he
was calling out loudly with the lantern at arms length over his head;
the train was going at the usual rate, when he went to inform deceased
of the approach of the train, he (witness) did not notice that any light
was displayed. John V. M'Carney, engine driver, deposed: He drove the
mail train which left the Scone station on the previous night at four
minutes past 9 p.m.; on leaving the station witness blew the ordinary
starting whistle ; when opposite the goods shed he sounded a long whistle
to challenge the gates; then saw two green lights which were the proper
number of signals; almost immediately one green light disappeared from
view, but as this is often caused by the gatekeeper turning round, witness
proceeded with his train; when he (witness) came within 20 yards of the
gates at Liverpool-st., he saw by one light of the lamp in front of the
engine that the gates were closed across the line; he instantly shut off
steam and applied his westing-house brake with full force, at the same
time calling on the fire man to apply his engine brake; he (witness) saw
a man pass from the left to the right side of the line between the two
gates with a white light in his hand ; saw no more of him but noticed
at the instant the engine came in contact with the gate, that only one
gate was closed across the line; when he first observed that the gate
was shut, he had attained a speed of 25 miles an hour, therefore he was
unable to pull up until the engine and about two vehicles of the train
had passed through the gates; as soon as the train stopped he went back
and saw the guard with two or three other men lifting deceased up; had
a red light been shown when the train was 50 yards from the place where
he first saw the gates he would have been able to pull up before striking
the gates, as the speed would not have been so great; he first observed
the gates at about 20 yards distant; the white light that he observed
was not a waving light; had been connected with locomotive management
for 25 years during 20 years of which he had been in the service of the
Government and had never till then met with an accident by which any person
was seriously injured; in driving, he always kept on the right side of
the engine and had the fireman on the left. William Burke, fireman, gave
corroborative evidence. Stephen Dwyer, night officer at Scone station
deposed that shortly after the 9.4 p.m. left on the night in question,
he heard a crash and with a porter went down the line as far as Curtain's
gates and found the gate nearest the station broken; as they arrived they
saw some men carrying the deceased into his house ; the distant signal
was not lighted until after the incident occurred; the engine whistle
sounded twice after leaving the station ; the deceased was in the habit
of lighting the distant signal for witness after the goods train which
followed the mail had left. F. C. Stevenson, legally qualified medical
practitioner and Government Medical Officer at Scone deposed : Last night
shortly after 9 p.m. that as he was going home along Liver pool-street
shortly after 9 o'clock on the previous night, he saw the mail train at
a stand still opposite Curtin's gates, witness heard that Curtin was seriously
injured and that he (witness) was required; went into the gatehouse and
found Curtin lying on the couch in a state of profound coma groaning heavily;
his pulse was small and rather weak; examined the deceased and found a
gash over the right side of his head ; the whole side of the head seemed
to have been struck violently; it was swollen ; the right side of his
face showed signs of considerable injury; the bone of the skull was exposed;
I examined the surface of the bone so exposed with my finger also with
a probe but could find no fracture externally; there were many minor bruises
about the body, witness advised the removal of the de ceased to the hospital
; I attended to the de ceased from the time he first saw him after the
injury till his death at 3.32 a.m. that day; the cause of death he (witness)
believed to be either concussion or compression of the brain) was of opinion
that deceased was not struck by the engine but by some of the timber or
iron of the gate; the concussion of the brain was caused by the accident;
the deceased never recovered consciousness up to the time of his death.
The jury found that the deceased James Curtin was accidentally killed
on the night of the 31st October, while endeavoring to open the railway
gates; and that the railway officials were in no way to blame for the
accident.
The Brisbane Courier (Qld. : 1864 - 1933) Wednesday 12
December 1888 p 4 Family Notices
MELICAN-GRIFFIN.-On the 8th December, at St. Stephen's Cathedral, by the
Rev. D. Fouhy, Stephen, youngest son of John Melican, pilot, Scattery
Island, to Mary Josephine, eldest daughter of Simon Griffin, pilot, Scattery
Island, county Clare, Ireland.
Bathurst Free Press and Mining Journal (NSW : 1851 -
1904) Tuesday 1 January 1889 p 2 Family Notices
November 14th, 1888, at the Parish Church, Kilrush, by the Rev. Daniel
Courtney, C.C., assisted by the Rev. Thomas O'Meara, P.P., Pillimir and
Knockerra, MICHAEL, second son of JOHN MEAGHER, J.P., Esq., of Bathurst,
to ETTA, second daughter of the late PATRICK PETER FOLEY, Esq., Kilrush,
County Clare, Ireland.
South Australian Register (Adelaide, SA : 1839 - 1900)
Friday 11 January 1889 p 4 Family Notices
McNAMARA.-On the 4th January, at her residence, Steelton, Mary, the beloved
wife of Martin McNamara, in her 69th year. A native of Currafinn, County
Clare, Ireland, and a colonist of 41 years. May her soul rest in peace.
Australian Town and Country Journal (NSW : 1870 - 1907)
Saturday 26 January 1889 p 1 Advertising
LAHIFF.-RICHARD LAHIFF, of county Clare, Ireland, left his home for Sydney
November 20, 1884, was last heard of in June, 1887. Any information concerning
the above will be thankfully received by his Sister, MARY LAHIFF, care
of Mrs. W. R. Wood, Southport, Queensland.
The South Australian Advertiser (Adelaide, SA : 1858
- 1889) Saturday 9 February 1889 p 5 Article
ATTEMPT TO SHOOT AN AUS- TRALIAN.
LONDON, February 8.
News has been received from Ireland of an outrage upon an Australian who
proposed to become a landholder in that country. The occurrence took place
at Feakle, a small village in the western portion of county Clare, about
15 miles north-west of the town of Killaloe, but fortunately did not result
fatally. It appears that Mr. Halloran, an Australian recently returned
from the colonies with the intention of settling down in Ireland, and
he was negotiating for -the purchase of a farm in county Clare, in the
neighborhood of Feakle. Some of the disaffected peasantry found the place
appear, however, to have disapproved of his intention of buying land there,
and a plot was formed amongst several of them to murder him. On Wednesday
night when Mr. Halloran was riding past a quiet spot an attempt was made
to shoot him. The shot, however, failed to take effect, and he escaped
unhurt. No arrest has yet been made.
The South Australian Advertiser (Adelaide, SA : 1858
- 1889) Thursday 28 February 1889 p 4 Family Notices
COPELAND —CUNNINGHAM. —On the 21st February, at St. Patrick's
Church, Adelaide, by the Rev. Father McMahon, Robert M. Copeland, of Boston,
Lincolnshire, England, to Margaret Cunningham, of Craganock, county Clare,
Ireland. Home papers please copy.
The Argus (Melbourne, Vic. : 1848 - 1956) Wednesday 13
March 1889 p 7 Article
MURDER IN IRELAND.
(Bv CABLE PROM OUR CORRESPONDENT.)
LONDON, MARCH 11.
Another fatal outrage has been com- mitted in Ireland. Mr. Creagh, a land-
lord, when driving to church, near Quin, in county Clare, was shot at
and mortally wounded. His sister, who was with him, had the tip of her
nose shot off.
The Brisbane Courier (Qld. : 1864 - 1933) Saturday 30
March 1889 p 4 Family Notices
GANEY - CLANCEY. - On the 18th March, at St. Stephen's Cathedral, by the
Rev. Father Fouhy, John Ganey, second son of John P. Ganey, Dalveen, to
Mary Clancey, eldest daughter of James Clancey, County Clare, Ireland.
Morning Bulletin (Rockhampton, Qld. : 1878 - 1954) Thursday
18 April 1889 p 1 Family Notices
CLEARY — M'DONOUGH. —At Rockhampton, by the Rev. S. H. M'Donough,.
P.P., 0n Tuesday, 2nd April, instant, Daniel Paul, youngest son of the
late Joseph Cleary, of Tottenham House, Tottenham Square, London, to Margaret
Agnes, third daughter of the late Patrick Vaughan M'Donough, M.D, of Feakle,
County Clare, Ireland.
The Maitland Mercury & Hunter River General Advertiser
(NSW : 1843 - 1893) Tuesday 23 April 1889 p 4 Article
The Late Sergeant Cruise.-After a lengthened illness and much suffering,
which he bore with patience and resignation, the late Sergeant James Cruise
passed to his rest on Friday evening at 9 o'clock. Few men connected with
the police force in the Northern district were more widely known and esteemed
than the deceased. Conspicuously courteous in the discharge of his duties
he was also an intelligent, conscientious officer, and gained the goodwill
of his comrades and the public generally. Sergeant Cruise was born in
Newmarket, County Clare, Ireland, on the 13th August, 1812, and was consequently
not quite forty-seven years of age. For some six years he served in the
Irish constabulary, and during that period he was stationed in the City
of Limerick. He subsequently came to this colony and joined the New South
Wales police force, in which he served for over twenty-two years. For
seven years he was in charge of the Lochinvar station, and the remainder
of the time he spent at West Maitland. By strict attention to duty, sobriety,
and trusworthiness he was promoted to the rank of senior-constable, and
a few years later he was appointed to the post of sergeant, until he met
with an accident about two years since he was a hale, hearty man, full
of the strength and vigour of manhood. While helping to extinguish the
fire which broke out in Ant cliff's buildings in December, 1886, the late
Sergeant Cruise was carrying some water on the roof of an adjoining structure
to prevent its catching fire, when he slipped and injured himself. After
that he complained of an affection of the heart, induced by the injury
he had sustained. A couple of months since he was obliged to take to his
room and he sought the advice of Dr. B. G. Alcorn, who was constant in
his attendance upon the sufferer. For a time Mr. Cruise rallied somewhat,
but it was only for a brief period. More dangerous symptoms presented
themselves, and for two or three weeks prior to his decease his life was
despaired of. In the presence of his family and friends he expired, as
already stated, on the evening of Good Friday. The immediate cause of
death was aneurism of the heart. He has left a wife and eight children
to mourn his loss. On Sunday the remains of the deceased were conveyed
to their last resting place in the Church of England cemetery, at Campbell's
Hill. A large number of friends of the late Sergeant Cruise joined in
the funeral procession, the coffin having been borne from the police station
to the hearse and from the hearse to the place of interment by five of
the deceased's comrades. At the conclusion of the impressive service the
Rev. W. H. H. Tarlington, in a brief address full of earnest sympathy,
spoke a few words of comfort to those assembled around the open grave.
He pointed out that death had a melancholy interest for all, and that
such a solemn event taught us of the uncertainty of human life. Sergeant
Cruise was a most reliable man in his vocation, was an excellent husband
and kind and affectionate father. The deceased was one whom we could ill
spare. He was happy to say that their late friend was a true Christian
man. He died on the anniversary of the crucifixion of Christ, and was
buried on the day on which we commemorated the Resurrection of our Saviour.
The Maitland Mercury & Hunter River General Advertiser
(NSW : 1843 - 1893) Saturday 27 April 1889 Supplement: Second Sheet to
the Maitland Mercury p 5 ArticleA Limerick correspondent telegraphs :
- Mr. Arthur G. Creagh, J.P., who is said to be a cousin of Mr. William
O'Brien, was driving to church yesterday (Sunday), near Quin, county Clare,
in company with his sister, Miss Rebecca Creagh, when they were fired
at by a party of men hidden behind a high hedge j five shots were fired
in rapid succession. Mr. Creagh had an extremely narrow escape, several
grains of shot having passed through his hat and one or two striking Ina
head and inflicting slight wounds. Miss Creagh was less fortunate, Some
pellets struck her in the lip, on the side of the face near the left eye,
and on the forehead. Mr. Creagh drove at full speed into the village of
Quin, and gave information of the out- rage to the police. Miss Creagh's
face was smeared with blood, and she was in a very excited condition.
Her wounds were washed at the police-barracks, and subsequently she and
her brother were attended at their residence of Drs. Maloney and Lewis.
The police are scouring the country, but have not yet succeeded in making
any arrests. Mr, Creagh, who is very popular as a magistrate in the district,
was fired at fourteen years ago, but escaped, owing to the blunderbuss
bursting in the hands of his would-be-murderer. Some time after- wards
a second attempt was made upon his life, shots being fired at him while
he was bidding good- night to his own sister in his own house, but he
again escaped without injury. The only reason assigned for the latest
outrage is that Mr. Creagh recently evicted a tenant and has since farmed
the land himself.
The Argus (Melbourne, Vic. : 1848 - 1956) Saturday 27
April 1889 p 1 Family Notices
BROMFIELD —BRENNAN. —On the 20th inst., at St.
Phillip's, Abbotsford, by the Rev. W. W. Mantell, Henry Alfred Miller
Bromfield, solicitor, Rushworth, youngest son of P. F. Bromfield, Esq.,
C. E. Fair- field, to Francis Albina, second daughter of Edward Brennan,
Esq., Coburg, niece of the Hon. Samuel Bindon, Esq., County Court judge,
and grand- daughter of Samuel H. Bindon, Esq., S. M., Water- park, County
Clare.
The Advertiser (Adelaide, SA : 1889 - 1931) Tuesday 21
May 1889 p 3 Article
THE IRISH QUESTION.
TO THE EDITOR.
Sir—Your correspondent" Unionist" makes out a good case
from a Unionist and Irish land- lord point of view. To follow him in all
his details would be too much for a newspaper
letter. I was reared on what a South Australian would call a " patch
of land" near Six mile Bridge, County Clare, which took its name
from being six miles from Limerick. It is three miles from Bunratty, on
the River Shannon, which is one of the most fertile spots in Europe, which
will explain to your readers that the patch was not a bad one; it was
what I call first-class second quality of land. I think I will be able
to show as I proceed with this, letter that Sir. Dillon made out a better
case for the oppressed tenantry of Ireland than "Unionist" made
for the landlords. Next Christmas will be 60 years since my widowed mother
had the last supper with her family. Next morning she stood at her cabin
door to have a last look at her two sons and two daughters wending their
way to Botany Bay, as Australia was then called, to look for a living.
I being the oldest of the four we agreed when at Cork that I should turn
back to secure a home for our mother. I did, and remained until I signed
the census of 1841. They put down that census at eight millions and a
half. I think I may put down the number now at the end of 50 years to
be four and a half million. I will ask "Unionist" what has become
of the decrease? My answer is, two millions of them died of a famine starvation
in the presence of one of the richest and most powerful Governments in
the world—the other two millions took to the emigrant ships, and
carried with them in their breasts a rankling hatred to landlord oppression
and British miss rule. The increase which should follow according to nature
took the same course, so that the population of Ireland has been at a
standstill for the last 50 years, all through oppressive land laws backed
up by English power. Mitchell, the historian, Says that the day the first
shipload of Indian charity meal came to Ireland, that day 13 shiploads
of the food of the people left Ireland to pay the rent, and let the people
die as before stated. An American journalist states:—" I have
traveled all the slave states of America. I have visited -their houses
and partook of their meals, and studied the laws which govern them, and
I can safely say—and there is not one drop of Irish blood in my
veins—that the American slave is better housed, better fed, better
clothed, better governed, and fives under better laws than the tenant
farmers of Ireland." A police man stated before the Times Commission
in answer to a question, that the tenant farmers on the estates of a lady
land lord in (Clare and a lady landlord in Kerry asserted that if they
had their tenements rent free they could not get their living on them.
I will say for myself that I lived on said patch of land until I was 30
years of age ; that my mother raised eight of us on it; that she gave
us all the schooling the village could afford ; and that we left her with
a broken heart because we could no longer pay the rent; and I will add
that we tried every means to do so. We scarcely knew the taste of flour
bread, and if we ate animal food it would make us sick ; and this will
apply to four-fifths of the tenant farmers of Ireland. I have often met
with the statement in print and out of print, and I think "Unionist,"
is of the same opinion, that it is the unthrifty nature of the Irish people
that reduced them to such poverty. Will the Irish in South Australia bear
that' Statement out I say, no. When myself and my brother had been four
years in South Australia we purchased 80 acres of land -in Morphett Vale;
the year after we purchased another 80 acres, and I promise "Unionist"
we brought no money out of Ireland. When another Unionist in the early
days of the colony gave in the House of Commons a false report of the
habits? of the Irish in South Australia Major O'Halloran and Sir George
S. Kingston and other Irish gentlemen collected statistics to show how
every Irish man improved and conducted himself from his landing in the
colony to date of statistics. I started from Troubridge to Blackrock Plains
when the harvest was in full swing. I took notice of every farm as I passed,
and I will say, without fear of contradiction, that there were as many
machines working on Irishmen's farms that I passed in proportion to numbers
as there were on any other farms. I receive letters and papers from Ireland
regularly—and I never get any account of the great prosperity which
" Unionist" refers to, so that I think the old state of things
should be done away with and the people of Ireland allowed to manage their
own affairs, which I promise they would do with as much obedience to the
laws as we Irish do in South Australia. In support of my statements I
will further say that I recollect the first ship loaded with a full cargo
of emigrants that left Limerick between 60 and 70 years ago for America.
From that date to the present the Irish have partly inhabited every state
in the Great Republic. They have been found in the legislative councils
of every state; they have done their part as mayors and aldermen in the
largest cities; they have been in the front rank of the army; they have
numbered in the Senate of the great Congress; and the descendant of an
Irishman, perhaps of as evicted tenant, if not, certainly the son of some
outcast who disobeyed the laws of England as administered in Ireland,
is now President of the Great Republic. Pat Egan, of London Times notoriety,
is now American ambassador of one of the Spanish possessions. I will say
that one and all the Irish obey the laws of their adopted country; and,
I will ask "Unionist," why not then obey the laws of Ireland—a
country for which he claims such prosperity for these last 19 years? I
will give a case or two in point, which will show why the people of Ireland
do not obey the law. Before the Plan of Campaign was Adopted, of which
"Unionist" complains so much, 15 tenants were evicted at Gweedore
for £48 rent. Father McFadden got horses and cars to convey the
evicted to the poorhouse. Not having sufficient conveyance he placed some
in his own vehicle, and walked in a drenching rain. That man is on his
trial now as a murderer because he advised his tenants to adopt the said
Plan of Campaign, and live in their holdings as long as British bayonets
would allow them to keep possession. I know the estate, not many miles
from Six-mile Bridge, where a tenant was evicted last September. He paid
£1 5a per acre rent, and after being evicted his wife went into
the garden to root some potatoes to cook for her hungry children. She
was sent to goal. I wrote home to Six-mile Bridge to know if this man
lived on a certain part of the said estate. The answer I received was
that he did, and that he was now living in the village with his family.
I will not name the estate although I know it perfectly well, and knew
it when the tenants from the same part where this evicted tenant lived,
worked for the landlord for generations from one year's end to the other
for 6d? a day—it is needless to say without eating or drinking—to
pay the rent. How the evicted tenant neglected his duty was not explained
to me in the letter, but for "Unionist's" information I will
state that better land and larger farms are rented from Government on
this west coast for Id. per acre rent than any holding or holdings on
the estate I have referred to. I will ask " Unionist" how can
he make this last case of mine fit in with his 19 years of prosperity
which he and Lord Salisbury claim to be equal to any tenantry in Europe?
I will close this letter by stating that from all I know and all I can
learn the Irish landlord is the most oppressive and the most callous of
the human family, and lam proud to learn that John Dillon got such a grand
reception in Adelaide to claim the sympathy of the people of South Australia
for the unfortunate tenant farmers of Ireland.-
-I am, &c., MICHAEL KENNY. Ballymikenny. Colton.
The Brisbane Courier (Qld. : 1864 - 1933) Thursday 30
May 1889 p 4 Family Notices
KELLY-REIDY.-On the 16th May, at St. Stephen's
Cathedral, by Rev.D.Fouhy, John, second son of Martin Kelly, of Cranny,
to Elizabeth Josephine, the only daughter of the late William Reidy, merchant,
Killydicet, both of County Clare, Ireland. [Home papers please copy.]
Independent (Footscray, Vic. : 1883 - 1922) Saturday
22 June 1889 p 2 Article
We regret to announce the death of Mrs. D. Newell,'who succumbed at her
residence, Newell street, on Thursday evening. The deceased lady, who
was highly esteemed and well-known, owing to the prominent public position
held by Mr. Newell for years, had a lingering illness of months duration.
and, despite the skill and attention of Drs. McCarthy, Burke and Molloy,
who could only mitigate her sufferings, passed calmly and quietly away,
surrounded by her family. Mrs. Newell, who was 49 years of age, was a
native of County Clare, Ireland, and was a colonist of 32 'years' standing.
The funeral will take place to-day. and will no doubt be largely attended
as a token of respect and esteem for her and the sorrowing mourners.
The Maitland Mercury & Hunter River General Advertiser
(NSW : 1843 - 1893) Tuesday 25 June 1889 p 4 Article
THE LATE MR PATRICK FORD-The many friends and acquaintances of Mr Patrick
Ford will regret to learn that he breathed his last at his residence,
Buchanan, on Friday last Mr Ford was born in the County Clare, Ireland,
fifty four years ago and arrived in this district when he was only about
fourteen years old, and has resided here ever since Some years ago he
became the proprietor of a large grazing estate near Buchanan, where he
raised many of the best draught stock the Northern district could boast
of, indeed lie was very largely interested in this branch of horsebreeding
He was always noted for a genial flow of spirits and wit which distinguishes
many of his countrymen, and the musical character of his notes as a whistler
were of a most uncommon order He was a great favourite with young and
old, and gained great respect for his simple nature and business integrity.
About seven years ago he had a severe attack of paralysis, since which
his health has gradually declined until ho finally left for the hereafter
on Friday last. Mr. Ford was a widower, and left a family of three sons
and five, daughters to mourn their loss. The funeral of our old friend
took place on Saturday last when his remains were interred in the Roman
Catholic Cemetery, Campbell's Hill, in the presence of a very large number
of friends.
The Advertiser (Adelaide, SA : 1889 - 1931) Saturday
3 August 1889 p 4 Family Notices
DONNELLAN — SMITH - On the 26th June, at St. Laurence's Church,
N.A., by Licence, by the Rev. Dean Kennedy, Thomas J., fourth son of Andrew
Donnellan, of Chruskeen, County Clare, Ireland, to Mary A., youngest daughter
of the late John Smith, of North Adelaide.
The Sydney Morning Herald (NSW : 1842 - 1954) Friday
23 August 1889 p 1 Family Notices
DAVOREN. - In loving memory of my dear father, Patrick Davoren who died
at his residence, Lisdoonvarna, county Clare, Ireland, August 23rd, 1888.
Sweet Jesus have mercy on his soul Inserted by his loving son, Stephen.
Home papers please copy
DAVOREN -In sad and loving remembrance of my dear father,
Patrick Davoren, who died August 23rd, 1888, at his residence, Bally Connoe,
county Clare. Ireland. May his soul rest in peace. Inserted by his loving
daughter Maggie, of Sydney.
The Argus (Melbourne, Vic. : 1848 - 1956) Wednesday 11
September 1889 p 1 Family Notices
WRIGHT —O'BRIEN. —On the 11th ult., at St. Ignatius Church,
by the Rev. Father Kennedy, S.J., Thomas Wright, third son of Thomas Wright
of Kilrush, County Clare, Ireland, to Antoinette Josephine Mary O'Brien,
of Clifton-street, S. Richmond, Victoria.
South Australian Register (Adelaide, SA : 1839 - 1900)
Saturday 12 October 1889 p 4 Family Notices
MURPHY— O'MEALY.— On the 23th September at St. Laurence's,
North Adelaide, by the Very Rev. Dean Kennedy, John Murphy, youngest son
of Dennis Murphy, of Danesforth, County Kilkenny, to Catherine O'Mealy,
second youngest daughter of Patrick O'Mealy, of Dromona, County Clare,
Ire- land.
The Brisbane Courier (Qld. : 1864 - 1933) Monday 21 October
1889 p 4 Family Notices
BRADY-HORAN.-On the 6th October, at St. Stephen's Cathedral, by the Rev.
Father Fouhy, Edward Brady (Ennis, County Clare), to Mary, youngest daughter
of Patrick Horan, of Kangaroo Point.
Clarence and Richmond Examiner and New England Advertiser
(Grafton, NSW : 1859 - 1889) Tuesday 29 October 1889 p 2 Family Notices
GARRITY.-At his residence, Queen-street, on Monday, October 21st, MICHAEL
GARRITY, native of County Clare, Ireland, in his forty-sixth year, after
a long and painful illness, leaving a sorrowing widow and one child to
mourn their loss.
Australian Town and Country Journal (NSW : 1870 - 1907)
Saturday 9 November 1889 p 1 Advertising
BLACKWELL.-Should GEORGE JOSEPH BLACK WOOD, Esq. (late of Ennistymon,
County Clare, Ireland), see this advertisement, his cousin ELLIE would
be glad to hear from him. Address Mrs. William O'Kane, Hospital-street,
Greymouth, New Zealand.
The Sydney Morning Herald (NSW : 1842 - 1954) Thursday
7 November 1889 p 1 Family Notices
DWYER.-November 5, at his residence, No. 80, Womerah-avenue, Darlinghurst,
Thomas Dwyer, aged 60, a native of Doonass, county Clare, Ireland.
The Sydney Morning Herald (NSW : 1842 - 1954) Friday
6 December 1889 p 1 Family Notices
PINE - MCNALLY.-November 25, at the Sacred Heart, Darlinghurst, Frederick
William Pine, of Sussex, England, to Kate McNally of Burren, county Clare,
Ireland.
The Advertiser (Adelaide, SA : 1889 - 1931) Saturday
7 December 1889 p 4 Family Notices
HOWARD—O'BRIEN.—On the 25th November, at St. Mary's R.C. Church,
West Melbourne, Victoria, by the Rev. J. Cusack, assisted by the Rev.
P. J. Aylward, during Nuptial Mass, Michael George, eldest son of Mr.
M Howard, Lisdoonvarna, County Clare, Ireland, to Mary Josephine, eldest
daughter of Mr. M. O'Brien, North Melbourne, Victoria.
The Sydney Morning Herald (NSW : 1842 - 1954) Tuesday
31 December 1889 p 1 Family Notices
BRADY-MORRISS_October 23, 1889, by special licence, at St. Charles's Church,
Waverley, Sydney, by the Rev. Father Joyce, James, eldest son of Anthony
Brady, Bondi, Sydney, formerly of Carburley, Bodyke, county Clare, Ireland,
to Mary Anne, eldest daughter of Thomas Morriss, Scurrbog, Elphin, county
Roscommon, Ireland.
The Sydney Morning Herald (NSW : 1842 - 1954) Wednesday
1 January 1890 p 1 Family Notices
SHANNON. - On December 30, 1889, at St. Vincent's Hospital, Sydney, Susan,
third daughter of John and Mary Shannon, of County Clare, Ireland, in
her 23rd year. Beloved sister of Ellen and Honora Shannon and Mrs. J.
W. Piggott, of Balmain. May she rest in peace.
The Sydney Morning Herald (NSW : 1842 - 1954) Friday
3 January 1890 p 1 Family Notices
WALTON. - December 27, at Gundagei. Richard Baker, fifth son of the late
George Walton, Ballysheen House, Six-mile Bridge, county Clare, brother
to W. F. Walton, Summer Hill, Sydney. Deeply regretted.
Clarence and Richmond Examiner (Grafton, NSW : 1889 -
1915) Saturday 15 February 1890 p 4 Family Notices
GALLERY.-At Liverpool, England, on December 15, 1889, MARY GALLERY, aged
58 years; native of Innes, County Clare, Ireland ; leaving one son and
three daughters to mourn their loss. -R.I.P.
Bereft of mother, father, all,
I'm left alone to weep. She obeyed our Lady's call.
In heaven, dear mother, we'll meet.
Though dead and gone and is no more,
Her loving memory I'll cherish.
My love for her is as before.
Such love can never perish.
Inserted by her loving daughter - ELIZABETH
GALLERY, Grafton.
The Argus (Melbourne, Vic. : 1848 - 1956) Monday 17 February
1890 p 1 Family Notices
HONAN-BURKE.-On the 12th inst., at St. Killan's, Sandhurst, by the Rev.
Father Lawlor, M. Honan, of Marlbed, to Maggie, fifth daughter of Thomas
Burke, Esq., Connelly, County Clare, Ireland.
The Queenslander (Brisbane, Qld. : 1866 - 1939) Saturday
8 March 1890 p 470 Family Notices
GERAGHTY—COGHLAN.—On the 17th February, at St. Stephen's Cathedral,
Brisbane, by the Rev. Father Fouhy, Patrick J. Goraghty, third son of
James Geraghty, of Ballintubber, county Mayo, Ireland, to Norah Agnes
Coghlan, seoond daughter of Denis Coghlan, of Kilrush, county Clare, Ireland.
The Brisbane Courier (Qld. : 1864 - 1933) Friday 7 March
1890 p 4 Family Notices
SCANLAN.-On the fifth January, in the bush, near Austral Downs, Herbert
River, Northern Territory, Martin Scanlan, native of County Clare, Ireland,
aged 28 years
Western Mail (Perth, WA : 1885 - 1954) Saturday 15 March 1890 p 25 Advertising
MARY WHITE, born in parish of Quinn, County Clare, Ireland your brother
JAMES wishes to hear from you. Address Nyullagine diggings, via Roebourne,
W.A. JAMES WHITE.
The Sydney Morning Herald (NSW : 1842 - 1954) Wednesday
19 March 1890 p 1 Family Notices
McCARTNEY.-GARRIHY.-February l8, at St. Leonard's Church, Paddington,
by the Rev. P. B. Lawler, John M'Cartney, son of Robert M'Cartney, Glasgow,
Scotland, to Maria, third daughter of Owen Garrihy, county Clare, Ireland.
The Brisbane Courier (Qld. : 1864 - 1933) Tuesday 8 April
1890 p 4 Family Notices
DUNPHY-GLEESON.-On the 7th April, at St. Stephen's Cathedral, by the Rev.
Father Fouhy, Edmund Dunphy, of Ballynell, County Tipperary, Ireland,
to Mary Gleeson, eldest daughter of James Gleeson, Castle Crin, County
Clare, Ireland.
Kilmore Free Press (Kilmore, Vic. : 1870 - 1954) Thursday
24 April 1890 Edition: MORNING. p 2 Article
Mr Thos. Casey, the landlord of the Red Lion Hotel, Kilmore, died on Saturday
morning last, aged 52years. Deceased gentleman, who purchased, the establishment
named, nearly twelve months. ago, came here from Dandenong, where he had
been for some time engaged in a similar business. Of late his health was
very indifferent, and; although he was able to move about almost up to
the time of his death, the sad event was not unexpected. Mr Casey was
a sterling, straightforward man and was well esteemed by all who knew
him. On Monday morning the remains were conveyed by train to Dandenong
for interment. Mr Casey was a native of the County Clare, Ireland; and
he spent some a time at Reedy Creek diggings over thirty years ago.
The Brisbane Courier (Qld. : 1864 - 1933) Wednesday 30
April 1890 p 4 Family Notices
CANDLISH-O'DOHERTY.-On the 8th April, at Georgetown, North Queensland,
John- Candlish, storekeeper, Cumberland, only son of the late Captain
John Candlish, of Liverpool, England, to Catherine O'Doherty, third daughter
of Mr. James O'Doherty, of Milltown, Malbay, County Clare, Ireland.
The Maitland Mercury & Hunter River General Advertiser
(NSW : 1843 - 1893) Saturday 17 May 1890 Supplement: Second Sheet to the
Maitland Mercury p 2 Article
SINGLETON.
DEATH OF AN OLD RESIDENT OF PATRICK'S PLAINS - In every man's life there
is not only a history but a moral also, and both these belong to the subject
of this obituary notice, who is the late Mr Michael O'Brien of Claremount
Whittingham, of whose recent demise a brief intimation was given in the
Maitland Mercury of the 6th instant, by your Singleton correspondent.
Mr O'Brien was born in County Clare, Ireland. He arrived in New South
Wales 17th of August, 1841, now nearly 50 years ago, a passenger with
one of the first shiploads of free people who adopted this colony as their
future home, the year subsequent to the one which signalized the discontinuance
of transportation to our shores. On landing in Sydney he engaged with
the late Mr Kelman of Kirkton, to whose estate-12 miles from Singleton-he
at once came. After remaining in the service of Mr. Kelman for three years,
he entered the employment of the late Mr Henry Dangar, of Neotsfield,
whom he served for another two years. Here a bad accident befell him,
which resulted in both his legs being broken. But, just like the Dangar
family, who have always been the best and most humane of employers, he
was not bundled off to welter in the then Singleton Hospital-save the
mark-which was then but a dingy bark hut surrounded with squalor, but
was housed at Neetsfield, where the fractured limbs were set by the late
Dr. Glennie, and he attended with unremitting care by Mrs. Dangar, whom
he was ever wont to speak of as a kind, humble, and benevolent lady. Of
the Dangar and Kelman family, two of our oldest landed and genteel families
on the Hunter, the deceased ever expressed himself in the highest terms
of praise and gratitude, extolling them as good colonists und Christian
employers. He left Mr. Dangar to commence farming on his own account,
having leased an extensive farm from Mr. John Larnach, of Rosemount, now
Mr. A. A. Dangar's, Baroona. He occupied this tenure for some time, and
leaving it he took another from Mr. Henry Dangar, at Scoot's Flat. Sometime
subsequent to this date he purchased 140 acres of the Castle Forbes Estate,
for which at that early period paid 10 pounds per acre, It being a part
of the plains proper, and is now worth £30 per acre. From the time
of this purchase till his death his prosperity increased. In 1869 he purchased
the Woodwell estate in the Wollombi district, formerly the property of
Mr. Wood, a clergyman. His whole aim was, so great was his paternal affection,
to leave his children well provided for, and to give them a good example
by his industry and perseverance. He was a strictly honest man, a good
neighbour, a lover of truth, an admirer of virtue, but a bitter antagonist
to evil doers. Like every true Irishman, he was a thorough lover of genuine
sport, but he always savoured it with temperance. When at Neotsfield,
he has been known to walk to Maitland to attend the races of her early
days. And when Mr. E. Terry, a few years ago, made his first appearance
in this district with the hounds, Mr. O'Brien mounted his jumper and followed
them as one of the most sprightly, although then seventy years of age.
He was a tall, athletic and strong muscular man who, by abstaining from
intemperance, evil habits, and debauchery, conserved his strength for
time itself to wear out. His widow and one son only survive him to inherit
and enjoy his honoarably acquired and valuable property. As the life of
such a man as the late Mr. Michael O Brien is useful for instruction and
example, for that purpose I (a once acquaintance of his) write it out
and send it to the Singleton correspondent of the Maitland Mercury, for
the latter journal perchance may deem it just to give it publicity for
the information of its many readers.
The Maitland Mercury & Hunter River General Advertiser
(NSW : 1843 - 1893) Saturday 17 May 1890 p 1 Family Notices
Died, on May 3,1890, at his residence, Claremount, Whittingham, Michael
O'Brien, aged 78 years, native of County Clare, Ireland, leaving a widow
and married son with wife and six grandchildren to mourn their loss. May
his soul rest in peace.
Kilmore Free Press (Kilmore, Vic. : 1870 - 1954) Thursday
15 May 1890 p 2 Family Notices
GRIFFIN.—On the 3rd of May, 1890, at his residence, Moranding, James
Griffin, native of Carvan, County Clare, Ireland. Aged 49 years. R.I.P.
The Argus (Melbourne, Vic. : 1848 - 1956) Saturday 28
June 1890 p 5 Family Notices
LANSDOWN-M'NAMARA. - On the 18th inst, by the Rev. Father Hegarty, at
St. Mary's Church, St. Kilda, second son of Thos. Lansdown, Wiltshire,
England to Catherine M'Namara, youngest daughter of Cornelius M'Namara,
of County Clare, Ireland.
The Argus (Melbourne, Vic. : 1848 - 1956) Wednesday 2
July 1890 p 9 Article
THE MURDER AT GEMBROOK.
_
FURTHER PARTICULARS.
THE ALLEGED MURDERER STILL
DENIES THE CRIME.
Mr. Candler has decided to open the in- quest to day upon the body of
the man named Alexander Olsen, who was murdered at Gembrook by his companion
William Conyingham, on Sunday evening last. Detective sergeant Lomaine
was yesterday instructed to assist Constable Crowle, of Pakenham, in the
preparation of the evidence, but as the population of the district in
which the murder occurred is so scattered, considerable difficulty has
been experienced in discovering the witnesses, and it is not probable
that anything further than formal evidence will be taken at the inquiry
to- day. So far the result of the inquiries has revealed no motive for
the murder, unless it was comnitted in a moment of sudden temper. Both
the murderer and his victim had been drinking together during the afternoon
but several witnesses assert that neither of them was what might be called
the worse of liquor.
The deceased was 39 years of age and was a native of Sweden, and the murdererer
is 22 years of age and a native of the County Clare, Ireland. Olsen's
age has only been guessed at from a tattoo mark on his right arm where
the letters A.L.O.S. and F.O.B. appear over 1851, which is supposed to
be the year of his birth. In his pockets was found a letter from his friends
in Sweden, which goes to show that he was respectably con nected. It was
addressed to the care of Mr Hand, Warre Yallock, near Seville. This was
the locality where he and Conyingham were working. Two brothers named
Oussey had a contract from a Mr Watson to do certain fencing work in the
neighbourhood of Warra Yallock, and these brothers engaged Conyingham
and Olsen. The two men were working together for nearly four months, and
appeared on the best of terms with each other. Last Sunday morning they
started for Gembrook to purchase some stores, and took with them an old
Enfield rifle and a muzzle-loading gun to shoot rabbits if they came across
any on their road to the township. They reached Gembrook at about midday,
and went to a general store and public house in the place kept by two
brothers named Birchall, who were originally engaged in banks in the city
but took to country storekeeping about five months ago. They explained
to the proprietors of the store that they were bona-fide travellers within
the meaning of the Licensing Act, and were served with some brandy. They
had lunch at the hotel, and in the afternoon were joined by two other
labourers whose names are not known, but who are employed at Mr. De Bavay's
vineyard, near Lilydale. The Messrs Birchall say that they were afraid
if they served these people with drink that a disturbance might take place,
so one brother left the house and the other explained that he could not
supply any liquor, as his brother had taken away the key of the bar with
him.
The men resented this refusal, but left the place after some little persuasion.
Within a few minutes, however, Birchall heard a noise like a window being
smashed, and when he went out he found one of the windows of the bar broken
in. Olsen and Conyingham were standing near the place, and he accused
them of having done the damage. They protested their innocence, and Conyingham
told Mr Birchall that the two labourers from Mr De Bavay's had broken
the window. Mr. Birchall got his horse and rode after these men, who,
when they heard the accusation, were so in dignant that they returned
to the place, and expressed a desire to fight Conyingham and Olsen. Mr
Birchall succeeded in preventing any such disturbance, and the parties
separated Conyingham then announced his intention of staying at the hotel
all night, and asked for beds, which were promised to him, but no sooner
bad be got them than he wanted more drink. This was refused him, but he
was not to be put off so easily. He waited down the road until he saw
a man named John Halliday, whom he knew well, come riding along, and he
asked him to purchase 2s 6d worth of whisky for him, which Halliday did,
and handed it over to him. This was about 5 o'clock on Sunday after noon.
About an hour afterwards the two Birchalls, and a friend of theirs named
Cole, were down near the stables at the rear of the store, when they heard
the report of a gun. They thought that Conyingham and Olsen were there,
and knowing that these men were in a reckless mood they were afraid that
they might shoot some of the cattle about the place. Taking the direction
indicated by the sound of the report, they hurried to the front of the
building, and about 20ft from the bar door they saw Olsen lying on the
ground, groaning loudly, and Conyingham standing over him with a gun in
his hand. As soon as he saw them he raised the gun to his shoulder, and
said-"stand you-." Instead of obeying this threatening mandate,
they fled incontinently, and did not stop till they reached Mr A Crichton's
residence, which is fully a mile and a half away.
Mr. Crichton is the largest landowner in the district and a justice of
the peace, and though there were some, nearer neighbours the Birchalls
and their companion thought it better to go on to Mr Crichton's. That
gentleman immediately despatched a messenger to Pakenham to inform Constable
Crowie of the affair, and ask him to come out at once The messenger reached
Pakenham about 10 o clock on Sunday night, and Constable Crowie started
for Gembrook immediately. The roads were in such a terrible state that
he did not arrive at Mr. Crichton's till about 1 o'clock on Sunday morning.
In the mean- time further information of the affair had been received
there. A man named Samuel Hodgkinson, who is employed on a selection in
the district owned by Mr. Sharples, the head master of the state school
at South Melbourne, rode over to the Birchalls' store about half-past
6 on Sunday night to purchase some supplies. He found the kitchen door
open, the table laid for tea, and a lamp burning brightly in the room,
but could get no answer to his reputed calls. He then walked round the
house, and by the bright moonlight of the night be saw Olsen lying on
his back with his hands outstretched in a pool of blood. He thought at
first, that it was some drunken man who had been fighting and had been
knocked down. He went over to him, and found that he was quite dead, so
he re- mounted his horse, and hurried off to inform Mr. Crichton. He saw
a gun lying beside the deceased, but did not notice a second weapon anywhere
about.
Nothing further was done till daybreak, when a party from Mr Crichton's,
including Constable Crowie, went over to the store. They found the deceased
lying as Hodgkinson had described him. The gun was by his side, but a
second gun was leaning against the tank a few feet away. The gun at the
side of the deceased was un- loaded, and the stock and barrel were heavily
covered with dew, us if it had lain out all night. The second gun was
loaded and was quite dry, as if it bad only been placed there recently.
For safety sake it was discharged, and the cap exploded at the first attempt,
proving still more conclusively that the gun had not been exposed to the
dews during the night. A man named Robert Moore, who is employed by Mr.
Crichton, appeared on the scene while the party were examining the body,
and stated that some short time before, as he was going to work, he had
seen the deceased lying where he was, and Conyingham was walking slowly
round the corpse. He spoke to Conyingham, and asked him what was the matter.
Conyingham said, ' It is my mate. We were drinking here last night and
he has shot himself. "He added that he was working down near to Mr.
English's farm, and, as that gentleman was a magistrate, he was going
to tell him of the affair. Having inquired which was the Lily- dale road,
he walked away at a sharp pace. Constable Crowie at once telegraphed to
Constable Roberts, of Berwick, to come across and try and intercept the
murderer if he attempted to make his way to Melbourne, while he himself
followed along the Lilydale road. After going for some distance, he saw
a man walking across one of the cleared pad docks near Mr Cooper's house.
He called out to him, and as the man came over to the fence he asked him
his name. The man replied William Conyingham. Constable Crowie then arrested
him on a charge of wilfully murdering Olen, and warned him not to make
any statement which he thought might incriminate him. Conyingham said,
"God Almighty ! Me murder him? That couldn't be. What would I want
to shoot him for? When I got up this morning I saw my mate lying outside
of Mr Birchall's place. He was shot through the head. When I saw him there
I was very sorry to see him dead, and I was going to Mr. English, J.P
, to tell him about it when you overtook me. We were drinking at Birchall's
yesterday, and I got so drunk that I didn't know what happened alter Jack
Halliday got 2s 6d worth of whisky, which we drank. I slept at Birchall's
place last night."
Constable Crowie brought him to the store at Gembrook and kept hin there
till the arrival of Constable Roberts from Berwick, and the prisoner was
then brought in to
Pakenham, where he was lodged in the lock-up. Yesterday he still persisted
in his denial of any knowledge of the murder, and has repeated his first
statement. He admits that he saw Moore at the store early on Mon- day
morning, but says that he had just got out of bed at that time, and had
found his mate's body. He wanted to take his own gun away, but Moore advised
him to touch nothing till the police arrived on the scene, and he then
started off to find Mr. English. His statement that he slept at Birchall's
store on Sunday night appears to be quite correct, for one of the beds
is disturbed, as if someone had slept in it, and no one else except himself
was near the house on that night after the murder was committed. He says
he is a maltster by trade, and formerly worked for the Tankard Malting
Co , both at their Melbourne and South Yarra premises; but be preferred
a bush life, and accepted this engagement to erect fencing for the Messrs.
Cressey. He has an uncle named John Gardiner, who has a grocers' shop
in South Yarra, and another uncle, a farmer, at Oakleigh, but with these
exceptions has no other relatives in the colonies. He first met Olsen
at Warre Yallock, and was his mate all through the work on which they
were engaged. He is a short stoutly built man of fresh complexion and
youthful appearance, and the only evidence be given of realising his position
is his oft-repeated remark, "This is a terrible thing for me to be
accused of." There were no traces of blood upon his hands, but some
spots which are supposed to be bloodstains were found upon his clothes,
and these were at once taken from him, and will probably be sent to the
Government analyst for examination.
Alter the accused bad been safely locked up, arrangements were made for
the conveyance of the corpse to Pakenham, and it was brought in late on
Monday night, and placed in an outbuilding of the Gembrook Hotel, where
it now lies awaiting the inquest.
Before it was removed from the spot in which it was discovered a careful
examination of the surroundings was made. Signs of a slight struggle were
noticeable a few feet away from where the tragedy occurred. The body lay
upon its back. The arms were stretched out, the right leg was slightly
bent, and the boot was absent from the left foot. A hard boxer hat, which
had evidently been smashed in, was found a few feet away. There was a
bruise on the left cheek, and the left eye was slightly discoloured. A
post- mortem examination of the body was made yesterday afternoon by Dr
Elms, of Berwick. He found that death bud resulted from fracture of the
skull, consequent upon a gun- shot. The charge had entered near the right
temple and had gone through the brain in a slightly upward direction and
penetrated the skull on the opposite side. There were three distinct wounds
on the right temple, as if the charge had separated into three portions.
There were no powder marks on the face, so that the shot must have been
fired at a distance of about 7ft. or 8ft. The direction which the shot
took after it had entered the skull shows clearly that the wound could
not have been inflicted by the deceased himself, for to pro- duce such
a wound the gun must have been fired when in almost a horizontal position.
The abrasion on the left cheek and the slight discolouration of the eye
Dr. Elms thinks were probably caused by the deceased's falling after he
had been shot. From the extensive bleeding which took place he considers
it possible that the deceased lived for five or ten minutes after having
been struck. Constable Roberts washed the head and found 11 pellets of
lead. They are of the size known as No. 2, or swan drop, and correspond
with the shot found in a flask which was discovered near the body of the
deceased. Altogether some 30 or 40 of these pellets were found in the
deceased's head, and one was found embedded in the fleshy part of the
right thumb, as if he had put up his right hand to shield himself when
he saw the murderer aiming the gun at him. All the organs of his body
were in a healthy condition, and there was very little trace of alcohol
in the stomach.
At the request of Detective Lomaine Dr. Elms visited the prisoner yesterday
afternoon to ascertain if there were any traces of insanity about him.
The doctor found him in a nervous state, which probably resulted from
his drinking bout, but he declined to express any opinion as to the man's
sanity or otherwise until he had better opportunities for examining him.
The inquest will open today at the Gembrook Hotel, Pakenham, at half past
9 o'clock, when a special jury of seven will be empanelled.
Traralgon Record (Traralgon, Vic. : 1886 - 1932) Tuesday
22 July 1890 Edition: morning p 2 Article
…The defence was that it was a pure accident. The prisoner was recommended
to mercy.
The North Eastern Ensign (Benalla, VIC. : 1872 - 1938)
Friday 4 July 1890 p 2 Article
Mr. Jno. Quinn, a very old resident of Devenish, joined the great majority
on Tuesday night last. Deceased had ailed only a few days altogether.
He complained of tooth-ache a couple of days prior to his demise. Dr Davies
who was, in consequence, called to at tend him, and who regarded the case
as a serious one, drew a couple of deceased's teeth. But the sufferer
although greatly relieved thereby, soon afterwards, began to grow worse
and expired as stated above. He was 90 years of age having been born in
1800 and came to Victoria from his native place in Ireland-County Clare
-in the year 1853, settling-down soon afterwards in Bylands, near. Kilmore.
Having remained, at that place till 1873-for 20 years; during which time
he followed farming pursuits-he selected land on thee broken Creek in
the Benalla district, near Devenish, where he has lived ever since.. All
through his lifetime Mr Quinn was noted for undeniable integrity. His
conduct as a man was always beyond reproach; and few have gone to their
graves who more justly earned the reputation he bore for manliness of
spirit and honesty of purpose. Although an old man his death will all
the same be deeply regretted, not only in Benalla but throughout the district
of Kilmore where he when a young man, won--and that deservedly too the
confidence and esteem of very many people. His remains were interred in
the Devenish cemetery yesterday, the funeral cortege being a large one.
Speaking of de- ceased from a religious aspect it need hardly be noted
that he was an ardent champion of the Roman Catholic faith, for the maintenance
and support of, which he was always a liberal contributor. Early in life
he married and thus leaves a family behind him, his eldest son being Mr
Jno. Quinn, of Devenish.
The Mercury (Hobart, Tas. : 1860 - 1954) Wednesday 16
July 1890 Supplement: The Mercury
Mr. Arthur Knox Maloney, who lived for many years in New Zealand, earning
bread and butter as a gold miner and labourer, has made good his claim
in Dublin to the extensive estates of the late Mr. Henry Gonne Maloney,
of County Clare. The ex-sundowner and miner will be one of the richest
country gentlemen in Ireland.
Morning Bulletin (Rockhampton, Qld. : 1878 - 1954) Saturday
19 July 1890 p 4 Detailed lists, results, guides
A centenarian has recently died at Gympie. Referring to the event the
Times says:-"An obituary notice in this morning's issue announces
the death of Mr. Thomas Purcell at the great age of one hundred and one
years. Eighteen years ago Mr. Purcell was in business in Brisbane as a
publican. He then sold out and came to Gympie to join his sons and daughters
who had settled here, and he remained a resident of the goldfield ever
since. He retained possession of his full senses to the last, and his
vitality was so great that even up to a fortnight ago he was able to do
odd jobs of light work about his home. His remains were buried on Sunday,
and were followed by a large concourse of mourners. Deceased, we may add,
was a native of County Clare, Ireland."
The Brisbane Courier (Qld. : 1864 - 1933) Wednesday 1
October 1890 p 4 Family Notices
BEHAN -On the 24th September, at Tambo, of "la grippe," Peter
Behan, Bootmaker, native of Kilrush, county Clare, Ireland, aged about
49 years.
Clarence and Richmond Examiner (Grafton, NSW : 1889 -
1915) Saturday 4 October 1890 p 4 Family Notices
GARRITY.-On the 30th September, 1890, at his residence, South Arm, after
a long and painful illness, which he bore with patience, JAMES GARRITY,
native of County Clare, Ireland, aged 47 years; leaving a sorrowing wife,
three children and a large circle of friends to mourn their loss.
The Argus (Melbourne, Vic. : 1848 - 1956) Wednesday 15
October 1890 p 1 Family Notices
KEANE. - At Upper Pulletop Station, Wagga Wagga, N.S.W., John Keane, sen.,
native of County Clare, Ireland, aged 95 years.
The Sydney Morning Herald (NSW : 1842 - 1954) Friday
31 October 1890 p 1 Family Notices
SHEEHAN-McNAMARA.-October 22, 1890, at St. Mary’s Church, by the
Rev. J. J. Byrne, Daniel Sheehan, second son of Andrew Sheehan, native
county Cork, Ireland, to Margaret McNamara, eldest daughter of the late
James McNamara, county Clare, Ireland.
The Advertiser (Adelaide, SA : 1889 - 1931) Friday 31
October 1890 p 4 Family Notices
O'CALLAHAN.—On the 24th October, at Baker's Flat, near Kapunda,
Michael, the beloved husband of Mary O'Callahan, and eldest son of the
late Martin O'Callahan, of Ballyvaughan, County Clare, Ireland, and son-in-law
of the late John Conolan, of Kapunda, aged 53 years, leaving a wife and
five children to mourn their loss. Deeply regretted by a large circle
of friends; a colonist of 32 years. May his soul rest in peace. Home papers
please copy.
Warwick Examiner and Times (St. Lucia, Qld. : 1867 -
1919) Wednesday 5 November 1890 p 3 Advertising
On account of the failure of the potato crop, Sir William Fitzgerald has
granted an all round reduction of 40 per cent, on the rents of his estates
at Kildysart, County Clare. The generous act has given great satisfaction.
The Advertiser (Adelaide, SA : 1889 - 1931) Saturday
15 November 1890 p 4 Family Notices
BREW.—On the 8th November at her residence, Victoria Park, Catherine,
relict of the late Michael Brew, sen., in her 83rd year, native of Kilrush,
county Clare, Ireland. Home papers please copy.
The Advertiser (Adelaide, SA : 1889 - 1931) Tuesday 18
November 1890 p 4 Family Notices
COLLINS -On the 14th November, at Springbank, Lower Mitcham, after a long
and painful illness, John, son of the late Michel Collins, of Craigleagh,
County Clare. Ireland, and beloved husband of Mary Collins, also dearly
beloved brother of Mrs. J.Byan and Miss Kate Collins, Belair Park, Blackwood,
aged 53. R.I.P.
The Brisbane Courier (Qld. : 1864 - 1933) Wednesday 26
November 1890 p 4 Family Notices
O'NEILL. -- On the 2nd November at the residence of his son in law, Charles
Lane, The Terraces, Toowong, Michael O'Neill, of Indooroopilly, formerly
of County Clare, Ireland, in his 88th year.
The Sydney Morning Herald (NSW : 1842 - 1954) Saturday
6 December 1890 p 1 Family Notices
HAYES, -November 25, at her parents' residence, North-Leichhardt, late
of Feakle, county Clare, Katie, the dearly beloved daughter of Edmund
and Margaret Hayes, aged 21 years. R.I.P. Home papers please copy.
The Argus (Melbourne, Vic. : 1848 - 1956) Saturday 6
December 1890 p 1 Family Notices
HEHIR - BONHAM -On the 20th ult., at St Ignatius' R.C. Church, Richmond,
by the Rev. J. Kennedy, S.J., assisted by the Revs. J. Mulhall, S.J.,
and P.J. Clune, Goulburn, N.S.W., Daniel Edward Hehir, youngest son of
Edward Hehir, Ballygriffy, Dysart, county Clare, Ireland, to Annie Isabella
Bonham, second daughter of the late James Bonham, Richmond, Victoria.
The Sydney Morning Herald (NSW : 1842 - 1954) Friday
19 December 1890 p 1 Advertising
M'NAMARA or LAWLER,-Will MICHAEL (Bonie) M'NAMARA, from Rhynanna, county
Clare, Ireland, or Mrs. LAWLER from Jaspers Pound, near Quinn, county
Clare, Ireland, or anyone knowing their whereabouts, communicate with
Mrs. M'NAMARA, 10 Abercrombie-street, Sydney.
Fitzroy City Press (Vic. : 1881 - 1920) Wednesday 24
December 1890 p 2 Article
It is with regret to have to record the death of the late Constable Michael
McMahon, who for upwards of 21 years has done police duty in Fitzroy.
The deceased officer was born in County Clare, Ireland, in the year 1829,
and at the age of 20 joined the Irish constabulary. After serving ten
years in that body he came to Melbourne in 1859, and shortly after his
arrival in the colony joined the police force. The deceased was of kindly
heart and was highly respected by all who knew him. He always was a special
favorite of the children of Fitzroy. The cause of death was Bright's disease.
The Sydney Morning Herald (NSW : 1842 - 1954) Tuesday
30 December 1890 p 5 Article
ATTEMPT TO SHOOT TILE BISHOP OF KILLALOE.
LONDON, DEC. 29.
An attempt has been made on the life of Dr. Michael Flannery, Roman Catholic
Bishop of Killaloe, County Clare. Shots were fired through the hall door
at the bishop, who, however, escaped unhurt.
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