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The Newtownards Spectator, Holywood Edition and Donaghadee Review
12th March 1949

Irish Farming World 1898 (part front page and page 7)   Flirting   The Soul of Belfast 1907

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1955   - Carrickfergus Advertiser 22nd April 1955 - Newsletter 1963   1969

Ballymena Telegraph 20th March 1920   Belfast Telegraph 20th August, 1923

Mary Kelly, Miss Reade, Castletown, Robert Stewart, Cushendall, Alex. McAuley, Waterfoot


Irish Farming World Friday September 23, 1898 Vol. XI. No. 551
half front page, all adverts & page 7, various stories, Letters to Editor, General News etc.
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March 21, 1878

The Belfast Morning News

BIRTHS

ANDERSON - March 17, at 8 Little Grosvenor Street, Belfast, the wife of George Anderson, of a daughter.

HAMILTON - March 15, at Preston Hall, Dalkeith, the Hon. Mrs. Claud H. Hamilton, of a son.

HANNA - March 19, at 4 Richmond, Belfast, the wife of John Hanna, of a daughter.

KELLY - March 18, at 27 Lawrence Street, Drogheda, the wife of J. Bellew Kelly, Esq., L.R.C.S.I., of a daughter.

MITCHEL - March 13, at Hillview Street, Belfast, the wife of Robert A. Mitchel, of a son.

MURPHY - March 20, at Carrickfergus, the wife of Patrick Murphy, inspector, Carrickfergus and Larne Railway, of a son.

McCAUGHEY - at North Street, Lurgan, the wife of John McCaughey, of a son.

NICHOL - March 16, at the Wesleyan Manse, Strabane, the wife of the Rev. John Nichol, of a son.

RUTHERFORD - March 19, at 10 Fitzroy Avenue, Belfast, Mrs. William Rutherford, of a son.

STENARTON - March 19, the wife of Thomas Stenarton, Esq., Carloon, Magherafelt, of a son.

SWEENEY - March 17, at Marlborough Terrace, Derry, the wife of Hugh Sweeney, of a son.

THOMPSON - March 16, at Ballinamallaugh, Eglinton, the wife of James Thompson, of a daughter.

ULLATHORNE - March 18, at 24 College Square North, Belfast, the wife of A. Ullathorne, Ph. D., of a son.

MARRIAGES

DAY - MARTIN March 19, in St. Thomas's Church, Dublin, by the Very Rev. the Dean of Ardfert, the Rev. Edward Day, of Sandford Terrace, to Elizabeth, youngest daughter of the late A. Martin, Esq., of Cleveragh, County Sligo.

FREBURN - WILSON March 19, in Ballymacarrett Parish Church, by the Rev. T. W. Roe, LL.D., Vicar, Thomas Freburn, to Lizzie Wilson, both of Belfast.

MILLEN - HANNA March 20, in Duncairn Presbyterian Church, by the Rev. T. Y. Killen, Thomas Millen, to Agnes Hanna, both of Belfast.

DEATHS

BURNS - (no date) Mr. Thomas Burns died at his home in Newry Street, Markethill, last week. He was 82. He was a member of Ballylane L.O.L. for 57 years. He leaves a son, Henry, and four daughters. Members of the Orange Order attended the funeral to Mullabrack Churchyard. The Rev. W. G. Kerr officiated.

CLOSE - March 19, at his residence, Ballymacward, William Close. His remains will be removed for interment in the family burying-ground, Tullyrusk, on this day (Thursday), 21st inst., at one o'clock. Friends will please accept this intimation................JAMES CLOSE

DOGHERTY - March 20, Patrick Dogherty, aged 25 years. His remains will be removed for interment in Milltown Catholic Cemetery on to-morrow (Friday), at two o'clock. Friends will please accept this intimation..........WILLIAM DOGHERTY

LUTTON - March 20, at his residence, Moy, Mr. Joshua Lutton, aged 63 years. His remains will be removed for interment in the family burying-ground, Kilmore, County Armagh, on Friday 22nd. inst., at ten o'clock. Friends will please accept this intimation.

McCULLOUGH - March 20, at 1 Essex Street, Ormeau Road, Belfast, Mary McCullough. The remains of my beloved daughter will be removed for interment in Ballynure Burying-ground, on Friday morning, at ten o'clock. Friends will please accept this intimation.....................JANE WILSON

McKEE - March 20, at Gobrana, Crumlin, Jane McKee, wife of W. A. McKee, aged 60 years. Her remains will be removed for interment in Crumlin Burying-ground, on Friday, 22nd. inst., at ten o'clock. Friends will please accept this intimation.

CROSSEN - March 17, at Clogher Hill, near Lisburn, Patrick Crossen, aged 46 years.

DOWEY - March 15, at Hillsborough Street, Dromore, County Down, Robert John, youngest son of William Dowey, aged 10 months.

HARVEY - March 13, at Dunmurry, Ellen, youngest daughter of William Harvey, aged 17 years.

HUSTON - March 19, at his mother's residence, Drumkeen, Convoy, the Rev. Andrew Huston.

JOYNT - March 19, at the residence of his father-in-law, Thomas H. Ward, Esq., River View, Conyngham Road, Dublin, William Johnson Joynt, Inland Revenue, Dundalk, third son of William Joynt, Esq., C.E., Ballina, aged 31 years.

KENNEDY - March 17, at his residence, Cilmore, John Kennedy, aged 35 years.

LINDESAY - March 18, at 13 York Street, London, Harriet Hester, widow of John Lindesay, Esq., of Loughry, County Tyrone, and last surviving daughter of the Right Hon. C. W. Williams Wynn, M.P.

McGONNIGLE - March 15, at Inchany, Ellen McGonnigle, aged 44 years.

REID - March 12, at his residence, Gortaheron, Portglenone, John Reid, aged 71 years.

SPEER - March 7, at Brooklyn, New York, William F., youngest son of the late William F. Speer, Esq., M.D., of Aughnacloy, Co. Tyrone, aged 77 years.

THOMPSON - March 18, at his residence, Longfield, George Thompson, aged 55 years.

THOMPSON - March 17, at Liverpool, Joseph Greene, eldest son of the late Isaac Thompson, Garden Hill, Belfast.

WHITE - March 19, at his residence, Ballyhomra(?), William White.

WILLIAMS - March 19, at his residence, Valentine Cottage, Waringstown, George Williams, aged 66 years.

GENERAL

25 Years Ago - March 1927 - The double funeral took place at Seagoe of Mr. and Mrs. Robert price, Ballinacorr, who died within a short time of each other.
Mrs. Moffat Clow was elected President of Portadown White Ribboners.
The deaths took place of Mr. Hamilton Robb, Carne House, managing director of Hamilton Robb & Co., and Mr. James Lewis, Ahorey.
Mr. W. A. Camblin, Portadown, was awarded the contract at £3,818 for the building of 11 workers' houses at Tandragee.
Two hundred people left Portadown for Canada on March 18.
Portadown Lyric Orchestra gave a concert in the Town Hall under the conductorship of Mr. W. F. Wood. Artists were Miss Agatha Turley, Mr. Percy Whitehead, and Miss Carrodue Taylor.

The Royal Hospital - Yesterday a man named JAMES McMAHON was received into the above institution, suffering from a fracture of the leg, caused by being knocked down by a runaway horse. MARY STEWART was also admitted, suffering from lacerated wounds of the face, the result of a drunken quarrel in a house in Green Street.

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1927

Northern Whig and Belfast Post - June 1927

DECLARED HE WAS A SINNER
Belfast Youth Who Confessed to Robbery

The strange story of a young man who went to the police and confessed to a robbery after attending religious meetings, at which he declared he was a sinner, was told at the Belfast Custody Court yesterday.   The young man, Samuel Irvine, of Argyle Street, stood in the dock with William Newell, both being charged with breaking into the workshops of Messrs. Megarry & Johnston, photographers, of Bridge Street, on May 17, and stealing £10 6s.  In his statement to the police Irvine said that he and Newell wanted to be "dressed" for the holidays, but, being out of work and getting no dole, they decided to rob Megarry & Johnston's, where he (the prisoner) was employed eighteen months ago.  The Rev. Robert Byers, the minister of the Sandy Row Methodist Church, told the magistrates that Irvine had been attending his meetings, and, declaring himself to be a sinner, decided to confess to the robbery.  Remarking that the lad had never been given a chance, the minister said that he was trying to find Irvine a job, so that restitution could be made.  "I believe he is going to lead a new life."  Mr. Byers added.  Newell was discharged on account of insufficient evidence, and the charge against Irvine being reduced to one of simple larceny, he was allowed out on bail on condition that he came before the Court again in three months. time.  The R.M. (Mr. O'Donoghue), pointed out that Irvine's conduct in the meantime would determine what course the Bench would take at the end of the probationary period.

Belfast Telegraph 17th September 1927

ULSTER NEW YORK FIRE CHIEF
TOUR IN NATIVE PROVINCE
Lieut. Dennison Revisits Belfast

Of County Armagh birth, Lieutenant Joseph Dennison, of the New York City Fire Department, accompanied by his two sisters, has been revisiting his native Ulster and took occasion before returning to the State to avail of the opportunity of making an inspection of the Belfast Fore Brigade Headquarters.  Lieut. Dennison, who is an experienced officer of the great New York fire-fighting department, was received with characteristic courtesy by the superintendent, Mr. James Stafford (who, by the way, was presented three years ago with the Long Service Medal of the Professional Fire Brigade Officers' Association), and conducted over the splendidly-equipped Chichester Street concern.

The New York fire officer took a keen interest in all the details of the plant, machinery, and organisation, and expressed himself delighted at the spic and span appearance of the brigade headquarters in all departments, the arrangements for expeditious reception of news of fires and turn-out of men and machines.  He also said he was much impressed by the system of training firemen for altitudes - an opinion which derives significance from the fact that New York is the home of "sky-scrapers"; and he admired the system of housing in the married quarters.

Lieutenant Dennison also made a round of the City Hall and other public buildings, and saw through the offices of the "Belfast Telegraph" in the numerous departments. During his visit, Lieut. Denison and his sisters made stay with their aunt Mrs. Magee, at Drumadd, Co. Armagh.  Before taking up his appointment in the New York Fire Department some eleven years ago, Lieut. Denison has held a responsible position in the extensive stores of the firm of Messrs. Rogers, Peet.  He sailed via Queenstown last night (Friday).

ABANDONED MOTOR-CAR
SUICIDE OF CRIPPLE OWNER

Three weeks ago a motor-car, with headlights full on, was found at Swarkestone Bridge, six miles from Derby.  There was nobody in attendance, but on the driver's seat was found a pamphlet opened at a page containing an article entitled "Suicides in everyday life."  Recently the body of the owner of the car, Mr. George Harry Pass, of Hillside, Little Eaton, was recovered from the river Derwent, and at an inquest conducted on Friday a verdict of suicide whilst of unsound mind was returned.  Witnesses stated that Pass, who was a cripple, had complained of pains in his feet.  He had no financial worries, however, being a director of a leading garage in the town of Derby.

BELFAST BOY'S ESSAY SUCCESS
The subject of the photograph reproduced to the left, Master James Anderson, son of Mr. Francis Anderson, son of Mr. Francis Anderson, 17 Sherwood Street, Belfast, has been awarded a certificate of merit, being the second prizewinner in the Duke of Cumberland's essay competition in connection with the Lifeboat Institution.

This competition is open to scholars under sixteen years of age attending senior classes of elementary schools in Great Britain and Ireland, and therefore the distinction gained by this bright Belfast boy is one upon which he is to be warmly congratulated.

Master Anderson is a pupil of the McQuiston Institute Public Elementary School.

MADE HOBBY OF SAVING LIFE.

A sea career, with a record of heroism honoured by the King and the Government, has been brought to a close by the retirement of Captain John Parry, O.B.E., of the Leyland Line.  In 1882, when second mate of the Clydevale, he jumped overboard and rescued a sailor of the Elizabeth, in Malaga.  In 1898, as chief officer of the Ottoman, he took 37 of the crew of the Scotsman off the rocks at Belle Isle.
     In 1906, as captain of the Bostonian, he rescued 18 of the crew of the British King, and received plate from the Government, and the Shipwreck and Humane Society's gold medal, the New York Life-saving gold medal, and the Emile Robins award for the most meritorious act of the year.
     In 1912 he prevented an insane man from jumping overboard.
     In 1917, as captain of the Georgian, he went down with his ship, got into a collapsible boat, and rescued nine Greek soldiers.
     In 1920, as captain of the Oxonian, he rescued 25 of the crew of the Bradboyne, in a heavy gale in the North Atlantic.
     He received the O.B.E. for services during the war.

TWO ULSTERMEN'S WILLS

Mr. R. McBride, Bladon Park, Belfast, linen merchant, chairman of McBride & Co. Ltd., left £70,115.  Amongst the bequests is £200 to his coachman, Wm. Malcomson.  He had left by his will several legacies to charities, but these were revoked by codicil.

Mr. John Montgomery, Cranmore Avenue, Belfast, left £11,777.  Amongst the bequests are £200 to All Souls', Elmwood Avenue, Belfast, and £100 to the minister; £500 to the Royal Victoria Hospital, Belfast; £500 to the Subscription Fund of the Irish Non-Subscribing Presbyterians; £200 to the Orphan Society in connection with that body; £200 to his housekeeper, Eliza Milliken.

NEW COLOURS FOR BOY SCOUTS

Alderman Wm. M. Reid, J.P., presenting new colours to the 37th Troop (Belfast) Boy Scouts in Willowfield Unionist Hall

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1936

Belfast Telegraph 21st August 1936

HEROIC TRAWLER HAND
THRILLING RESCUE OF MATE
Seen by Crowd on Quay

Crowds of holiday-makers and relatives of crews who were waving farewell to Fleetwood trawlers as they left port for the fishing grounds saw an exciting rescue yesterday.  They were standing on the quayside when one of the new luxury trawlers owned by Macline Ltd., names Northern Wave, steamed out of dock bound for the Iceland fishing grounds,  As soon as she got into the middle of the river most of her crew went aft to wave to their wives and sweethearts ashore, and as they were waving and the trawler was giving answering blasts on her siren, the crowd were horrified to see one of the crew overbalance and fall headlong into the sea.
     Woman immediately began screaming, but the man had not been in the sea a minute when the crowd saw another fisherman dive over the side of the trawler, fully clothed, to the rescue of his shipmate.  There were shouts aboard the ship, which pulled up, while the people ashore dashed for the lifebuoys which are always kept in readiness for emergency along the quayside.  A strong tide was running, and both men were being swept away by the powerful current, but they managed to reach the quayside in an exhausted condition.
     Lifebuoys were thrown to them, and they were hauled to safety.  It was then learned that the man who fell overboard was Albert Sievewright, aged 21 (single), a native of Aberdeen but lodging in Fleetwood.  His rescuer was Thomas Harrison, aged 22 (married), of Walmsley Street, Fleetwood.  Four years ago Harrison dived overboard from the Fleetwood steam trawler Hildina and rescued a fisherman at the Northern Ireland fishing grounds.

TRAGEDY ON ULSTER QUEEN
MAN HANGING IN STOKEHOLD

Joseph Hallahan, donkeyman on s.s. Ulster Queen (belonging to Coast Lines, Ltd.), and who resided at 23 Brook Street, Liverpool, was found hanging in the stokehold of the vessel at York Dock East, Belfast, this morning.  He was hurried to the Royal Victoria Hospital, but was dead.  It is understood that he leaves a wife and five children.

YOUNG BRIDE JAILED
YEAR'S TERM FOR THEFT

Married for two months, a young husband saw his bride leave the dock at Tottenham Police Court, London, to serve a year's imprisonment for theft.  The bride was Lily Laken, aged 21, of Walthamstow, who pleaded guilty to four charged of theft.  It was alleged that she called at houses in Tottenham where there were rooms to let.  After seeing the rooms it was her plan to accept them and then say that she would like a cup of tea.  While the woman occupier was preparing it Laken took money from her handbag.  A detective said that Laken had been previously in prison for similar thefts.  The magistrate said he was very sorry for the young husband.

AIDING PAROCHIAL FUNDS
MONEYMORE TENNIS TOURNAMENT

A tennis tournament in aid of parochial funds was held on the Manor House courts, Moneymore, kindly lent by the Misses C. and A. Lenox-Conyngham, on Wednesday and Thursday.  Rev. W. A. B. Jackson, M.A., R.D., rector, and Mrs. Jackson were responsible for the arrangements, and Rev. C. T. Jackson, M.A., of Carnmoney; Messrs. W. L. Lenox-Conyngham, Co.C., J.P.; R. W. Harris, J.P., and T. Boyd undertook the secretarial duties.  Mrs. Jackson and Mrs. A. Boyd were in charge of the refreshments.
     In the final of the mixed doubles Miss Helen Lavery and Mr. J. Mayne, Cookstown, defeated Miss McAlister, of Kildress and Mr. M. Nelson, Cookstown.  The ladies' doubles were won by Miss McAlister and Miss Cluff, Kildress, Messrs. B. Christie and W. McLernon, of Magherafelt, beat Messrs. I. Fleming and E. Elliott, of Cookstown.
     On the motion of Rev. C. T. Jackson, seconded by Rev. W. A. B. Jackson, a vote of thanks was accorded the Misses Lenox-Conyngham for the use of the courts.  Miss C. Lenox-Conyngham acknowledged.

1937

Belfast Telegraph - 1st June 1937

LATE MR. R. S. JEFFERSON
Tributes by Guardians

To-day at the Belfast Board of Guardians tribute was paid to the late Mr. R. S. Jefferson.  Mr. James Jamison (chairman) said Mr. Jefferson had been with them that day week in perfect health and strength and very happy.  That day he had gone from amongst them and they missed him very much.  Mr. Jefferson's father had been an old and respected member of that Board.  When he died, Mr. Jefferson took his place.  Their deceased colleague was a man who had always been doing good by stealth, being of a most charitable disposition.  He moved that they send a letter of sympathy to his widow and family.  Mr. Small seconded the motion, which was supported by Messrs. Ardis, J.P.; Fulton, Leacock, McGookin, Cochrane, J.P.; Hart, Lowe, Loan and Lyttle, also the clerk, Mr. R. W. Craig, on behalf of himself and the members of his staff, and passed, all standing in token of sorrow.

scrap of paper, possibly Belfast Telegraph, around 1937

BUSHMILLS CYCLIST KILLED
Collision with Hackney-Car at Cross-roads

Hugh Craig (30), Ballyrock, Bushmills, was fatally injured in a collision with a hackney car, driven by Thomas G. Woods, Portrush, at Ballywatt, Bushmills, last night.  Craig was cycling from his work at Ballyversal, when he collided with the hackney car at Beardville cross-roads.  An inquest will be held to-day.

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1939

The Northern Whig and Belfast Post, Friday September 8, 1939

Weddings

Grant - O'Neill
Mr. William Grant, elder son of Mr. William Grant, Parliamentary Secretary to the Ministry of Labour, and Mrs. Grant, 10 Glandore Gardens, Belfast, was married yesterday to Miss Raye O'Neill, second daughter of the late Mr. W. P. O'Neill and Mrs. O'Neill, Fifth Avenue, Baylands, Bangor. The ceremony took place in Hamilton Road Presbyterian Church, the officiating clergyman being Rev. J. Millar Craig, M.A. The bridesmaid was Miss Marie O'Neill, sister of the bride, and Mr. H. Hicks was the best man, deputising for Mr. Harry Grant, brother of the bridegroom, who has been called up for service. The wedding was originally fixed for September 30, but as the bridegroom has volunteered for the Engineers' Mercantile Marine and expects to be called up shortly the date was brought forward.

Munro - Cousins
In Second Limavady Presbyterian Church yesterday Mr. Charles Munro A.R.I.B.A., Belfast, son of the late Mr. and Mrs. Charles Munro, Fifeshire, was married to Miss Marian Elizabeth Cousins, only daughter of Mr. W. D. Cousins, M.Com.Sc., and Mrs. Cousins, Trostan House, Limavady. The ceremony was performed by Rev. Robt. Macready, B.A., Limavady, assisted by Rev. R. L. Matchett, M.A., Banagher (uncle of the bride). Miss Gladys McCarter, L.T.C.L., Londonderry, was at the organ. The bride, who was given away by her father, wore a smart pastel and marine blue two-piece in moss crepe, with blue hat to tone, and navy accessories. She carried a spray of cyclamen. The bridesmaid was Miss Elizabeth McMurray, B.A., Coleraine, who chose an old rose two-piece in moussé crepe, trimmed with navy, and worn with a navy hat. Her floral spray was of chrysanthemums. Mr. R. H. Elliott, B.D.S., Belfast, was best man. A reception was afterwards held at the home of the bride's parents.

Wilson - Kinkead
Miss Phyllis Kinkead, daughter of Mr. and Mrs. W. J. Kinkead, Sandymount Street, Belfast, was married in Donegall Square Methodist Church to Mr. Thomas Wilson, son of Mr. and Mrs. T. Wilson, Woodvale Avenue. Rev. W. L. Northridge, B.D., Ph.D., and Rev. J. W. P. Elliott officiated. Mr. H. S. Broomfield was organist and Miss Evelyn Gibb sang "I'll walk beside you." The bride wore a classical gown of ivory satin with train. The headdress was of pearls and lily of the valley, and she carried lilies. Her honeymoon has been cancelled since her husband is engaged on work of national importance in England. Three bridesmaids - The Misses Marjorie Brown, Eileen Taylor and Maureen Kinkead - wore ivory poult frocks with gardenias in their hair, and carried pink carnations. Mr. John Ellis, Dublin, was best man. Friends were entertained at Belfast Castle after the ceremony.

General News

starts halfway through item....
.........Mrs. Edith Annie Brown said that she was holding her little girl's hand as she was crossing the road. "I had taken a few steps off the kerb," she said, "when all of a sudden the car seemed to swoop on me - absolutely swoop down on me. I clung tighter to me little girl's hand, but I could see their was no hope/ I could not go forward, and I could not go back. The car just seemed to come forward into me and take my little girl out of my hand, and tore by me along the road. I thought it was not going to stop at all. The swiftness of the car seemed to hold her on to the side, and when it had got some distance along the road I saw her fall back."  Mrs. Brown herself was not injured. Ronald George, Saddlington, of Vinery Road, Cambridge, who was cycling near the scene of the accident, estimated the speed at between 35 and 40 mph. Leslie Garnet Willis, of Holbroke Road, Cambridge, a passenger in a car which Reilly's car passed, estimated the speed of Reilly's vehicle at 50 to 55 mph, and added, "In my opinion he was driving in a reckless manner, having regard to the nature of the road." Saddington said that it was amazing that Mrs. Brown was not hit by the car also. Robert George Watkins, of Hill's Road, Cambridge, driver of the car in which Mr. Willis was a passenger, estimated the speed of Reilly's car to be at least 50 mph. This was also the estimate of John Anthony Orr-Ewing, until recently an undergraduate of Jesus College, Cambridge, who was walking near the scene.

Brilliant Scholar Killed
Victor Jack Edwards, 23 year old undergraduate of Queen's College, Oxford, whose home is at Brechin, Forfarshire, Scotland, died to-day from injuries caused when..........

Heroic R.U.R. Officer
Immediate award of the Military Cross to Lieut. B. J. Fitz G. Donlea, of the 1st Batt. Royal Ulster Rifles, for rescuing a wounded rifleman in face of heavy fire on the North-West Frontier, is announced.

Explosive Charge
Joseph Malone, 22 year old kitchen porter, of Lambeth, was committed for trial at the Old Bailey on a charge of causing an explosion at a London Cinema.

Murderer Pays
Murderer of six people, Eugen Weidmann, 30 year old German, was guillotined at Versailles prison. Among those who watched the execution was the mother of one of his victims.

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1955

All clippings below assumed Belfast Telegraph and all 1955, pre March (22nd February 1955)

In Memory

Gilliland - Patterson
Cherished memories of a beloved Wife and Mother, called home 22nd February, 1953. Ever remembered by her loving Husband and Family, 41 Grand Parade. In mind a daily thought, in heart a silent sorrow.

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Haddock
In loving memory of my dear Mother, departed this life 22nd February 1954. Sadly missed by her loving Son and Daughter-in-Law, Thomas and Martha, Birmingham 26. She was a mother so very rare, contented in her home and always there; unselfish and true in all her ways, a splendid mother to the end of her days. A wonderful Mother to aid and to help, thinking of others but not of herself; she did her best for all of us, and left us to remember.

Haddock
In loving memory of our dear mother, Sarah Haddock, who died on 22nd February 1954. Always remembered by her Son and Daughter-in-Law, William and Sarah J. Haddock, 46 Empire Street; also William and Maureen and her Great-grandson Gerald.

Haddock
In loving memory of my dear Mother, whom God called Home 22nd February, 1954. Remembered always by her loving Son Alexander, Daughter-in-Law Gretta and Granddaughter Jean; also her loving Son James, Daughter-in-Law Margaret and Granddaughter Margaret. Asleep in God's beautiful garden, away from all sorrow and pain, some day when life's journey is ended, we'll all be together again.

Haddock
In loving memory of our dear mother, Sarah Haddock, who died on 22nd February 1954. Always remembered by her daughter and son-in-law, Kathleen and Robert McWilliams, 4 Daisyfield Street; also Sadie and Sandy. Sweet are the memories so silently kept, of one whom we loved and will never forget.

Haddock
In loving memory of my dear Mother, departed this life on 22nd February 1954. Sadly missed by her loving Daughter and Son-in-Law and Granddaughter, Lucinda, Albert and Kathleen Dunn. Dearer to me than words can tell, the mother I lost and loved so well.

Haddock
In loving memory of my dear Grandmother, departed this life on 22nd February 1954. Sadly missed by her loving Granddaughter, Sadie McWilliams. Dear angels above, give this message to the grandmother that I loved; tell her that I miss her and give her all my love.

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Hunter
In fond remembrance of my dear parents, Father, died 22nd February 1953; Mother, died 26th February 1952. Ever remembered by their loving Son, Daughter-in-Law and Granddaughter, Rowland, Lena and Iris, 153 Roden Street.

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Johnston
In loving memory of my dear wife, Mary Ann, who was called Home 22nd February 1953. Ever remembered by her Husband C????

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Adams
March, 4, 1955 (suddenly), at a Private Nursing Home, Margaret, dearly loved wife of A.S.G. Adams, of 15 Malone Hill Park, Belfast. House and funeral strictly private. No flowers or letters. please.

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Deaths

Alexander
March, 4, 1955, at Hospital, Downpatrick, Robert, beloved son of the late John and Eliza Jane Alexander. Funeral from his late residence, Irish Street, Killyleagh, to-morrow (Sunday) at 3 p.m., to Killyleagh Meeting House Green. House private - Deeply regretted by the Family Circle.

Alexander
The President and Members of Killyleagh Branch Apprentice Boys of Derry regret the death of the uncle of their esteemed Members, Brs. A. Hunsdale and A. McBride, and tender their deepest sympathy. Members are requested to attend the funeral - W. J. Jess, President.

Alexander
The Officers and Members of Killyleagh L.O.L. and R.A.P.C. 549 and Band regret the death of Mr. R. Alexander, uncle of their esteemed Members Brs. A. Hunsdale and A. McBride, and extend their deepest sympathy. Brethren are requested to attend funeral - W. J. Jess, W.M.

Alexander
The Officers and Members of Killyleagh R.B.P. 50 regret the death of the uncle of their esteemed Members Sir Kts. A. Hunsdale and A. McBride, and extend their sincere sympathy. Sir Knights are requested to attend the funeral - S. Osborne, W.M.

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Anderson
March, 4, 1955, at Hospital, Maria, dearly-loved wife of John Anderson, 27 Leadbetter Street. Funeral from Wilton's Funeral Home, Crumlin Road, on Monday, at 3 p.m. to City Cemetery - Deeply regretted by her sorrowing Husband and Family Circle.

Anderson
March, 4, 1955, at Musgrave Hospital, Maria, dearly-loved wife of John Anderson, Deeply regretted by her sorrowing Brother-in-Law and Sister-in-Law, Robert and Isobella Anderson, and Family, 19 Crimea Street

Anderson
March, 4, 1955, at Musgrave Hospital, Maria, dearly-beloved wife of John Anderson, Deeply regretted by her sorrowing Brother-in-Law and Sister-in-Law, James and Josephine Anderson and Family, 9 Fortuna Street.

Anderson
The Officers and Members of No. 1 District L.O.L. deeply regret the passing of the wife of their highly esteemed Member, Br. John Anderson, and tender to him their sincere sympathy - Robert Armstrong, M.B.E., J.P., W.D.M.

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In Memory

Boyd
In loving memory of my dear husband, William, died 2nd March, 1950. Ever remembered by his loving wife Lily, and daughters, Mabel and Lily, 19 Grove Street East. God has him in His keeping, we have him in our hearts.

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Brown
Treasured memories of our dear father, William Bell, who passed away 2nd March, 1943; also our dear Mother, 29th May, 1953. Ever remembered by their loving Family, 202 Crumlin Road.

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Carse
Loving memories of our dear mother, Mary, who died 2nd March, 1936. Ever remembered by her loving Daughter, Son-in-Law and Family, E. and J. McClure, 33 Dunraven Parade. Always in our thoughts.

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Coard
In loving memory of my dear husband, Samuel, died 2nd March, 1953. Ever remembered by his loving Wife and Family, 4 New Dock Street. To hide my sorrow I always try, I smile with others, alone I cry, there words are written with deep regret, of a husband I loved and will never forget.

Coard
In memory of my dear brother, Samuel, died 2nd March, 1953. Always remembered by his loving Brother and Sister-in-Law, Joseph and Susan Coard, and Family, 31 Andrew Street. Gone but not forgotten.

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Conn
In loving memory of my dear Husband, passed away 2nd March, 1954, also my much loved mother-in-law, Sarah Conn, died 23rd February, 1954. Remembered always by Elsie and Son, Mercer, Old Forge, Ligoniel. Not just to-day, but every day, in silence we remember.

Conn
In loving memory of my dear Father and Grandmother, called Home 2nd March, 1954. Forever with the Lord - Ever remembered by his loving Son William and Daughter-in-Law, Martha, also Grandchildren.

Conn
In loving memory of my dear Father, passed away 2nd March, 1954, and Grandmother, 23rd February, 1954. Sadly missed by his daughter and Son-in-Law Jean and Ray Carpenter, and Grandchildren, High Gate Terrace, Belfast. A sudden call from God on high, he had no chance to say good-bye; sad was the news, the shock severe, we never thought that death was near.

Conn
In loving memory of my dear Father, died 2nd March, 1954; also Grandmother, 23rd February, 1954. Remembered always by his loving Daughter and Son-in-Law, Rose and Samuel Spence, and Grandson, Upper Ballysillan. Its sweet to remember a father so dear, though absent yet ever so near; unseen by the world he stands by my side, and whispers, dear daughter, death cannot divide.

Conn
In loving memory of my dear Father, died 2nd March, 1954; also Grandmother, 23rd February 1954. Remembered always by his loving Daughter and Son-in-Law, Elsie and George Farlow, and Grandson, Toronto, Canada. I have only a memory, dear father, to keep my whole life through, but the sweetness will linger forever, as I treasure the image of you.

Conn
In affectionate remembrance of John Conn, who passed away 2nd March, 1954. Lovingly remembered by his Mother-in-Law, Mrs. Rose Halliday, Wolfhill Road, Ligoniel; also Brother and Sister-in-Law, Mercer and Jeanie Halliday, and Nephew and Niece, Mercer and Ann, Wolfhill Lodge, Ligoniel. A sudden call from God on high, he had not the time to say Good-bye, the news was sad, the shock severe, we did not know that death was near.

Conn - Smith
Sad memories of our brother-in-law, John Conn, passed away 2nd March, 1954 and John Smith, 3rd March, 1954. Remembered by his Sister-in-Law and Brother-in-Law, Bella and John Murray, 262 Ligoniel Road; also Nephews, Robert and Mercer, Coventry, England. To be with us in the same old way, would be our dearest wish to-day.

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In Memory

Doran
Treasured memories of my dear Mother, also my dear Father - Ever remembered by her daughter Hennie, Son-in-Law and Family, 20 Utility Street. Resting now in peace with Jesus.

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Dunn
In loving and grateful memory of Father - Holywood

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Freeburn
In loving memory of my dear wife, Elizabeth, who died 22nd February, 1954. Ever remembered by the Family Circle, 67 Ebor Street. Time changes many things, but not the memory this day brings.

Freeburn
In loving memory of my dear mother, Elizabeth, died 22nd February, 1954. Ever remembered by her loving Son, Daughter-in-Law and Grandchildren, Jack and Elizabeth Freeburn, 57 Frenchpark Street. Resting where no shadows fall.

Freeburn
Loving memories of Mother, died 22nd February, 1954. Remembered always by her loving Daughter and Son-in-Law, Sadie and Harry McCartney. Two little words which mean so much - my mother.

Freeburn
In loving memory of my dear mother, called Home 22nd February, 1954. Still sadly missed by her daughter and Son-in-Law, Lily and Ronnie Pentland; also Grandchildren, 89 Donegall Road. Two little words I will remember all my life - my mother.

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Geddis
Cherished memories of Daddy, died 22nd February, 1952. Resting in Thy Saviour's love. Ever remembered by the Family Circle, Model Farm, Ballynacoy, Glenavy.

Geddis
In loving memory of my dear brother, Samuel H., died 22nd February, 1952. Remembered by his loving Sister, Brother-in-Law, and Nieces, Elizabeth and William Lowry, Ballynacoy; also Nephew, John S. Lowry, Kyneton, Australia. Dear to our memory you ever will be, if the grave were to open what changes you would see, heavenly rest is far better for thee.

General

Mary McDonagh
Missing Belfast Girl
Mary McDonagh, aged 16, who has been missing from her home, 9 Rockland Street, Donegall Road, Belfast, since January 31.
"Four letters have been received from her since she left home, all postmarked Belfast, but her whereabouts still remain a mystery", her father, Mr. Charles McDonagh, told the Belfast Telegraph to-day. "We all miss her very much" She has four brothers and a sister with ages ranging from five to 18. She was a stitcher with a Donegall Road manufacturing company and still has a week's pay owing to her.

Thomas Donaldson
Plater Killed in Shipyard
Thomas Donaldson (69), of 123 Bloomfield Avenue, Belfast, a plater employed by Harland & Wolff Ltd., was fatally injured in an accident at the Queen's Island yard yesterday afternoon.

James Close
Cyclist injured
A motor-cyclist, James Close (22), of Upper Braniel, Castlereagh, was taken to the Royal Victoria Hospital with leg injuries after collision with a car on the Castlereagh Road, Belfast, this afternoon.

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1943

Belfast Telegraph, Tuesday, March 23rd, 1943

Stories with Photos:

Belfast's Army Cadets - First photographs of the newly formed Army Cadet Force. (Left) pupils of Royal Belfast Academical Institution being fitted with khaki battledress (right) Mr. W. H. Mol, O.C., Methodist College Company, inspecting a parade, and (below) the fine military bearing of the Technical College Company during a drill march.

ON ULSTER ROLL OF HONOUR - List of Casualties

L.-Cpl. Alfred Ingram, R. Inniskillings, son of Mr. m. J. Ingram, 47 Kilburn Street, Belfast, killed in Far East fighting. A brother, Robert, was wounded in North Africa. A./C.1 Wesley Waugh, R.A.F., son of Mr. David Waugh, 53 Glendower Street, Belfast, prisoner of war in Japanese hands. He was an employee of W. & G. Baird, Ltd. WAS IN ST. NAZAIRE RAID

Sapper M. E. Davis, son of Mrs. Davis, 32 Serpentine Gardens, Whitehouse, Belfast, missing. A commando, he was in the St. Nazaire raid.

       

BELFAST MAN DECORATED

Telegraphist Saml. Castles, 108 Tate's Avenue, Belfast, is awarded the Cross of Poland for gallantry. Has brothers in the Canadian Navy and Canadian Army.

WEDDING

de Wolff and McConnell  -  Corporal Donald de Wolff, U.S. Army, and his bride, Miss D. McConnell, daughter of Mrs. A. McConnell, Belvoir Terrace, Lisburn

DEATH OF REV. J. B. BRADSHAW
RECTOR OF ALL SAINTS

     The death occurred with tragic suddenness on Monday night of Rev. J. B. Bradshaw, M.A., rector of All Saints' Parish Church, Belfast, and is deeply regretted by his many friends.

     Seemingly in his usual health, Mr. Bradshaw spent the weekend at Ballycastle with his only son, Mr. Arthur Bradshaw, who recently joined the Army from Campbell College.

     When he returned on Monday evening he complained of feeling unwell and went to his sister's nursing home.  There it was apparent that he was seriously ill and despite the fact that the most expert medical advice was called he gradually sank and passed away.

     Mr. Bradshaw was the only son of the late Mr. J. B. Bradshaw, who resided at Eglantine Avenue, and of Mrs. Bradshaw, now of Ballygally, Co. Antrim.

    He took his degree at Trinity College, Dublin. Ordained in 1914, his first curacy was the parish of St. Mary Magdalene, Belfast.  In 1916 he was appointed curate of the Cathedral, Lisburn, and in 1923 he was selected as rector of Aghalee.

     In 1930 All Saints' became vacant through the appointment of Rev. R. H. C. Elliott to St. Patrick's, Ballymacarrett, and Mr. Bradshaw was chosen for this important parish.

     Courteous, kindly and sympathetic, he made many friends amongst all classes of the community during his thirteen years' service there, and his passing is genuinely mourned.

     He was beloved by his parishioners and the news of his death came as a terrible shock to them, many not knowing that he was ill.

     He is survived by his wife, who is a daughter of Mr. Joseph Lockhart, solicitor, Lisburn; his son, mother, and sister with all of whom the deepest sympathy is expressed.

BIRTHS

Clancy - March 3, 1943, at Lisieux Nursing Home, 68 Clifton Street, Belfast, to Maria?, wife of Thomas M. Clancy, 62 Eliza Street, Belfast - a son.

Edgson - March 18, 1943, at Mrs. Leeburn's Nursing Home, to Caroline, wife of Frank Edgson, R.A.S.C., Hackney, London. and 78 Palestine Street - twin sons.

Harris - March 18, 1943, at Rosetta Nursing Home, to Sallie and Arthur Harris, 37 Orby Gardens, Belfast - a son.

Hodges - March 13, 1943, at 16 Rosemount Gardens, to Lyllah (nee Emmett), wife of Sergt. Douglas Hodges, R.E. - a daughter (Sandra Patricia).

Longley - March 14, 1943, at Antrim House Nursing Home, to Ruby, wife of Cecil G. Longley, 18 Cliftonville Parade, Belfast - a daughter.

Rutledge - March 14, 1943, at Johnstone House, to Sallie, wife of T. G. Rutledge, M.P.S., Omagh - a daughter.

Swindles - March 16, 1943, at Lisieux Nursing Home, 68 Clifton Street, Belfast, to Sara, wife of George Swindles, Lowe's Corner Carryduff, Belfast - a daughter.

Waring - March 8, 1943, at Fitzwilliam Nursing Home, Dublin, to Mabel (nee McCleery), wife of Wm. Waring, 145 Lower Drumcondra Road, Dublin - a son.

MARRIAGES

Harrison - Abernethy - March 15, 1943, at Fisherwick Presbyterian Church, by Rev. T. A. B. Smyth.  Reginald George Harrison, R.N., son of Mr. and Mrs. G. Harrison, Higham-on-the-Hill, Nuneaton, Warwickshire, England, to Margaret, youngest daughter of Mrs. L. Abernethy and the late D. Abernethy, 21 Lucerne Parade, Stranmillis, Belfast.

KILLED ON ACTIVE SERVICE

Douthwaite - March, 1943, Aircraftman Arthur Bond Douthwaite, dearly-loved nephew of Mrs. Mary McKenna. Interred to-day (Tuesday) in City Cemetery. Deeply regretted by all at 49 Howe Street.

Ingram - January, 1943, killed on active service in India, Alfred Ingram.  We will always remember him smiling.  Deeply regretted by his sorrowing Mother, Sisters and Brothers; also his Sisters-in-law and Brothers-in-law, Uncle and Aunt, also his Nieces, Nephews and Cousins. - Mrs. Ingram, 47 Kilburn Street

Ingram - January, 1943, killed on active service in India, Alfred Ingram. Deeply regretted by his sorrowing Sister and Brother-in-law also his three Nieces and little Nephew. - Isabell and William Caughey, 47 Kilburn Street.  It's only good-night, dear brother.

DEATHS

Baird - March 20, 1943 (result of an accident), James Baird, Merchant Navy, dearly-beloved husband of Bridget Baird, 4 Colinview Street.  Interment notice later.

Bell - March 22, 1943, at 88 Ballynahinch Road, Lisburn, William James, dearly-loved husband of Mabel Bell.  Funeral to-morrow (Wednesday), at 3 p.m., to Lisburn Cemetery. Deeply regretted by his sorrowing William and Mary McCullough.

Bell - March 22, 1943, at 88 Ballynahinch Road, Lisburn, William James, second son if James and Aggie Bell, Lisnoe, Ravarnette.  Deeply regretted by his sorrowing Father, Mother and Brothers.

Bell - March 22, 1943, at 88 Ballynahinch Road, Lisburn, William James, dearly-loved husband of Mabel Bell.  Deeply regretted by his sorrowing Father-in-law, Mother-in-law and Family, Robert and Eliza Morrison.  Members of Deneight Rising Sons of William L.O.L. 756 regret the death of Br. Wm. Bell, and tender to his widow their sympathy. - Frank Fraser, Secy.

Boyd - March 22, 1943, at Belfast City Hospital, James Armstrong, dearly-loved husband of Margaret Boyd,  Funeral from his late residence, 9 Dunn Street, to-morrow (Wednesday), at 2 p.m., to City Cemetery.  Deeply regretted by his sorrowing Wife; also Brothers-in-law and Sisters-in-law.

Boyd - March 22, 1943, at Belfast City Hospital, James Armstrong Boyd.  Deeply regretted by his sorrowing Brother and Sister-in-law, David and Catherine, and Family, 3 Serpentine Parade; also Brother and Sisters in Canada and New Orleans.

Boyle - March 22, 1943 (suddenly), at his residence, 3 Newry Street, Banbridge, Hubert P. (Clerk, G.N.R.), third son of the late Mr. and Mrs. John Boyle - R.I.P.  House private.  Funeral arrangements later.

Bradshaw - March 22, 1943 (suddenly), Rev. John Balfour Bradshaw, M.A., Rector of All Saints' Church, Belfast, beloved husband of Annie Louise Bradshaw.  Service in All Saints' Church on Thursday, at 12 noon.  House private.

Collins - March 23, 1943 (suddenly), at her residence, 23 Hatfield Street, Agnes, widow of Charles Collins.  Funeral on Thursday, at 2.30 p.m., to Dundonald Cemetery.  In midst of life we are in death.  Deeply regretted by her loving Family.

Connolly - March 22, 1943, at his residence, 71 Queen Street, Lurgan, John, second son of the late Robert and Sarah Jane Connolly.  Funeral to-morrow (Wednesday), at 2.30 p.m., to First Lurgan Presbyterian Churchyard.  Deeply regretted by his sorrowing Brother and Sisters.

Copeland - March 19, 1943, at 39 Frenchpark Street, Shirley, infant daughter of Lillian and Allan Copeland, U.S. Army.  Interred in Dromore Monday, 22nd inst.  Deeply regretted by her Parents, also Grandparents, 39 Frenchpark Street and Des Moines, Iowa, U.S.A.

Delap - March 22, 1943 (suddenly), at Ray, Co. Donegal, Evelyn Villiers, widow of Canon A. H. Delap, Strabane.

Doherty - March 21, 1943, at Glennfield, Newcastle?, Fred. W. Doherty (late of Northern Bank, Crumlin Road, Belfast).  House and funeral private.

Farrell - March 23, 1943, at his residence, Ringhaddy, Killinchy, Robert Farrell.  Funeral on Thursday, 25th inst., at 2 p.m., to the family burying ground, Old Meeting-house Green, Killinchy.  House private.  No flowers by request.  Deeply regretted by his sorrowing Brother, Sister and Uncle.

Fitzsimmons - March 22, 1943, at Hospital, William Johnston Fitzsimmons, 3 Redcliffe Parade.  Interment notice later.

Fraser - March 22, 1943, at her residence, 22 Trevor Street, Holywood, Beatrice, the dearly-beloved wife of William Fraser.  Funeral to-morrow (Wednesday), at 3 p.m., for interment in Holywood Cemetery.  Deeply regretted by her sorrowing Husband and Family; also Grandson, Robin.  Safe in the arms of Jesus.

Fraser - March 22, 1943, at her residence, 22 Trevor Street, Holywood, Beatrice, the dearly-beloved wife of William Fraser.  Deeply regretted by her sorrowing Son and Daughter-in-law and Grandchildren. - William and Carrie Fraser, 2 Keatley Street, Belfast.  Thy will be done.

Fraser - March 22, 1943, at her residence, 22 Trevor Street, Holywood, Beatrice, the dearly-beloved wife of William Fraser.  Deeply regretted by her sorrowing Father and Mother, Charles and Margaret Bonfield, 24 Trevor Street, Holywood.  Safely gathered in.

Fraser - March 22, 1943, at her residence, 22 Trevor Street, Holywood, Beatrice, the dearly-beloved wife of William Fraser.  Deeply regretted by her sorrowing Brother and Sister-in-law, Samuel and Eleanor Bonfield, and Nieces, Lilian and Nell, 64 Swift Street, Belfast.  At home with the Lord.
     The Members of Rigger Helpers Mutual Aid, also D. Pritchard's Squad regret the death of the mother of their esteemed Member, W. Fraser, and tender their sympathy. - D. Pritchard.
     Members of Harland & Wolff's Traffic Football and Recreation Club learn with regret the death of the sister of their esteemed Secretary, Samuel Bonfield, and tender deepest sympathy. - D. Marshall, Chairman.
     The Members of 11/30 Branch Transport and General Workers' Union (H. & W. Traffic) regret the death of the sister of their esteemed Shop Steward, S. Bonfield. - G. Shearer, Assistant Shop Steward.

Hanna - March 22, 1943, at the Throne Hospital, James (late of 1a Columbia Street), beloved brother of William Hanna.  Funeral from Melville's Private Mortuary, Townsend Street, to-morrow (Wednesday), at 2.30 p.m., to City Cemetery.  Deeply regretted by his Brothers, Sister-in-law, and Niece.

Hennessy - March 22, 1943, at his residence, 22 Wall Street, Joseph Hennessy. - R.I.P.  His remains will be removed from St. Patrick's, Donegall Street, at 1.30 p.m., to-morrow (Wednesday), to Milltown Cemetery.  Deeply regretted by his Sons and Daughter, John, Frank and Mary.

Long - March 23, 1943, at Ards District Hospital, John, dearly-loved husband of Margaret Ellen Long.  Funeral Thursday, from his late residence, Lower Baloo Groomsport, to Holywood New Cemetery, after service in Groomsport Parish Church at 2.15 p.m.  At rest.  House private.  Deeply regretted by his sorrowing Wife, also Sons, Daughter and Daughters-in-law and Grandchildren.

Mayberry - March 22, 1943, at Larne District Hospital, Martha Agnes, beloved wife of James Mayberry.  Funeral from her residence, 5 Herbert Avenue, Larne, to-morrow (Wednesday), at 3 p.m., to Larne New Cemetery.  Deeply regretted by her sorrowing Husband.

Mayne - March 22, 1943, in Hospital, Irene, only daughter of the late David and Emily Mayne.  Notice of interment later.

Muckle - March 23, 1943, at her residence, Ballyhay, Donaghadee, Agnes Muckle.  Funeral on Thursday, at 1 p.m., to Donaghadee Churchyard.  Deeply regretted.  No flowers, please.

McAllister - March 21, 1943, at Ards District Hospital, Emma, beloved widow of Alexander McAllister, and youngest daughter of Isabella and the late William Martin, Ballygrainey.  Interred to-day (Tuesday), in Bangor New Cemetery.  Very deeply regretted by her Mother, Brothers and Sisters, also Brothers-in-law and Sisters-in-law, Nephews and Nieces.

McCullough - March 22, 1943, at 89 Scrabo Road, Newtownards, Lizzie McCullough.  Funeral to Movilla Cemetery to-morrow (Wednesday), at 3 p.m.  House private.  Deeply regretted by her sorrowing Sister and Brother-in-law, Margaret and Robert Stevenson.

McCullough - March 22, 1943, at 89 Scrabo Road, Newtownards, Lizzie, dearly-loved second daughter of the late Joseph and Ellen McCullough.  At. rest.  Deeply regretted by her sorrowing Brother and Sister-in-law, Robert and Margaret McCullough and Family, 86 Greenwell Street, Newtownards.

McCullough - March 22, 1943, at 89 Scrabo Road, Newtownards, Lizzie, dearly-loved second daughter of the late Joseph and Ellen McCullough.  At. rest.  Deeply regretted by her sorrowing Brother and Sister-in-law, Thomas and Minnie McCullough and Family, 3 Patricia Gardens, Donaghadee Road, Newtownards.

McIlroy - March 22, 1943 (suddenly), Frederick, beloved husband of Marian McIlroy, 70 Tomb Street.  Deeply regretted by his sorrowing Sister-in-law and Brother-in-law, Nephews and Nieces. - M. and S. J. Scott, 21 Tomb Street.

Osborne - March22, 1943, at her brother-in-law's residence, 19 Linview Street, Martha, widow of Thomas Osborne.  Funeral to-morrow (Wednesday), at 3 p.m., to Lambeg Churchyard.  Deeply regretted by her sorrowing Sister, Brother-in-law, Nephew and Nieces. - Ellen and Francis Hart.

Rainey - March23, 1943, at his residence, Parade Ground, Randalstown, Samuel, dearly-beloved husband of Mary Ann Rainey.  Funeral to First Randalstown Presbyterian Churchyard on Thursday, 25th inst., at 1 p.m.  Deeply regretted by his sorrowing Wife, Daughter, Son-in-law, and Grandchildren.

Richmond - March 21, 1943, at her residence, 138 Agnes Street, Lilian Ellen, dearly-beloved wife of William Richmond.  Funeral to-morrow (Wednesday), at  2.30 p.m., to City Cemetery.  Deeply regretted by her sorrowing Husband; also her Sons, Samuel and Wee George, and Daughter, Florence; also her Son, William (on active service).

Richmond - March 21, 1943, at her residence, 138 Agnes Street, Lilian Ellen, dearly-beloved wife of William Richmond.  Deeply regretted by her sorrowing Son and Daughter-in-law, Harry and Rosina Richmond, 59 Oregon Street.

Richmond - March 21, 1943, at her residence, 138 Agnes Street, Lilian Ellen, beloved wife of William Richmond.  Deeply regretted by her sorrowing Daughter and Son-in-law, Margaret and Norman McClinton; also her sorrowing Sister, Jane Stephenson, and Grandchildren, Wee Raymond and Margaret.

Richmond - March 21, 1943, at her residence, 138 Agnes Street, Lilian Ellen, dearly-beloved mother of Albert Richmond.  Deeply regretted by her sorrowing Son and Daughter-in-law, Albert (on active service) and Margaret Richmond, and Friends, 58 Brownlow Street.

Robinson - March 22, 1943 (suddenly), at her residence, New Holland, Hilden, Lisburn, Sarah, dearly-loved wife of David Robinson.  Funeral to-morrow (Wednesday), at 2.30 p.m., to Lisburn Cemetery.  Deeply regretted by her sorrowing Husband and Family.

Robinson - March 22, 1943 (suddenly), at her residence, New Holland, Hilden, Lisburn, Sarah, dearly-loved wife of David Robinson.  Deeply regretted by her sorrowing Daughter and Son-in-law, Margaret and Leslie Perkins.

Robinson - March 22, 1943 (suddenly), at her residence, New Holland, Hilden, Lisburn, Sarah, dearly-loved wife of David Robinson. Deeply regretted by her sorrowing Son and Daughter-in-law, George and Ellen Robinson, and Grandchildren.

Rooney - March 23, 1943, at her residence, 251 Tennent Street, Arthur, the beloved husband of Elizabeth Rooney.  House private.  Interment notice later.  Deeply regretted.

Seymour - Officers and Members of Apprentice Boys of Derry, Walker Club, regret the death of their esteemed Member, James Seymour, P. Pres., and tender deepest sympathy. - E. McCoubrey, Pres.

Sinclair - Officers and Members of W.L.O.L. 111 regret the death of the father of Sister Sinclair and tender sincere sympathy. - M. Peel?, Secy.

Stevens - March 22, 1943, at her residence, Strathmere, Finaghy, Caroline Stevens.  Funeral to-morrow (Wednesday), 24th, at 2.30 p.m., to City Cemetery.  House private.  Deeply regretted by her sorrowing Family.

Tinney - February 26, 1943, at her residence, 185 Laurel Avenue, Arlington, New Jersey, U.S.A., Eleanor, dearly-loved wife of William Tinney and eldest daughter of the late George and Esther McIntosh.  Deeply regretted by her sorrowing Sister and Family. - Jane Tate, 65 Island Street, Belfast.   Safe if God's keeping.

Tinney - February 26, 1943, at her residence, 185 Laurel Avenue, Arlington, New Jersey, U.S.A., Eleanor, dearly-beloved wife of William Tinney and sister of James McIntosh.  Deeply regretted by her loving Brother, Niece, and Sister-in-law, James McIntosh, Cis McIntosh, Annie McIntosh, 91 Willowfield Street, 17 Lendrick Street.

Wallace - March 22, 1943, at Bangor, Mary, widow of Thos. Wallace, Buckingham Street, Belfast.  Funeral private.

Walsh - January 17, 1943, at Detroit, Mich., U.S.A., Samuel, dearly-beloved husband of Minnie Walsh.  Deeply regretted by his sorrowing Brother, Sister-in-law and Family, Joseph and Edith Walsh, 60 Maryville Street, Belfast; also his Sister, Brother-in-law and Family, Margaret and Ernest Macauley, Mill Hill, Broomhedge.

White - March22, 1943, at her parents' residence, Hillcrest, Antrim, Esther Elizabeth (Lily), dearly beloved wife of John White, Rathmore, Clanroy Parade, Belfast.  Funeral to-morrow (Wednesday), at 3 p.m., to Antrim Cemetery.  House private.

Woodside - March 22, 1943, at a Private Nursing Home, Edith Annie, dearly-loved wife of Henry P. Woodside.  Funeral from her late residence, 99 Grosvenor Road, in to-morrow (Wednesday), at 3 p.m., to Drumbeg Churchyard.  House strictly private.

THANKS

The Family of the late Mrs. McConnell wish to return their sincere thanks to the many kind friends who sympathised with them in their recent sad bereavement; also those who sent floral tributes and letters of condolence.  Hoping this acknowledgment will be accepted by all - 29 Stranmillis Road.

Mr. William Smyth desires to return his thanks to the many kind friends who sympathised with him in his recent sad bereavement, especially the neighbours of Moscow Street and Springmount Street district and all other many kind friends who sent floral tributes.  Trusting this acknowledgment of gratitude will be accepted by all - 21 Moscow Street

IN MEMORIAM

Cooke - In loving memory of our dear Father, who died 23rd March, 1939.  Ever remembered by his Sons, Daughters, Daughter-in-law and Grandchildren, Railway Street and Belfast Road, Comber.

Dickson - In loving memory of our dear mother, Elizabeth, who died 23rd March, 1939; also our dear father, William, who died 27th March, 1923.  Always remembered by their loving Son and Daughter-in-law, Henry and Elizabeth Dickson and Family, 43 Frome Street.  Ever in our thoughts.

Dickson - In loving memory of our beloved Mother, who died 23rd March, 1939; also our dear Father, died 27th March, 1923.  Ever remembered by their loving Son, Edward Dickson, 37 Ribble Street; also their Son and Daughter-in-law and Grandchildren, Jim and Doris Dickson, Cheshire; also their Son and Daughter-in-law, Jack and Vone Dickson, Bebington, Cheshire.   Their memories ever near.

Ferguson - In loving memory of my dear husband, and our dear father, Thomas James (Tommie), who departed this life 23rd March, 1941, and was interred in Dundrod Graveyard.  Yes, He understands; all His ways are best.  Ever remembered by his loving Wife, Eliza Ferguson, 40 James Street; also his two Daughters, Son-in-law and Grandchildren, Perth, Western Australia.

Jamison - In fond and loving memory of my dear Wife, and our dear Mother, who died March 23, 1940.  Ever remembered by her loving Husband and Family, Hightown Road, Glengormley.

Montgomery - Treasured memories of our dear son, Matthew (Wee Matt), who was called Home 23rd March 1942.  He is ours to remember.  Sadly missed by his loving Father, Mother, Sisters, Brothers, 96 Lecale Street; also his Brother and Sister-in-law, Jim and Margaret Montgomery, 55 Gaffikin Street; also his Sister and Brother-in-law, Jean and Thomas Williams, also Wee Jim, 70 Benburb Street.

McCandless - In fond and loving remembrance of my dear husband, James A. McCandless, departed from this life 23rd March, 1942; also my darling little daughter Mary (Wee May), Jesus called to His Heavenly Home 25th March, 1935.  Sadly missed by his loving Wife, Daughter and Stepson, 14 Loftus Street.   Resting where no shadows fall.

McCormick - Treasured memories of a loving Wife and Mother, who passed away 23rd March, 1936.  Without farewell she fell asleep.  Sadly missed by her sorrowing Husband, Family and Grandchildren, 31 Lorton Street

Park - In loving memory of my dear father, Andrew Park, who passed away 23rd March, 1942; also my dear Mother, who passed away 23rd August, 1923.  Safe in the arms of Jesus.  Ever remembered by their Daughter, Grandchildren and Great-grandchildren. - Mary McAllister, 62 Lilliput Street.

Smyth - Sweetest memories of my loving son, and our brother, Robert Erskine, who died 23rd March, 1937.  Sadly missed by his loving Mother and Sisters, 41 Oakley Street.  Too fondly loved to be forgotten.

Thompson - In loving memory of my Father, died 23rd March, 1942.  Always remembered by his loving Daughter, Son-in-law and Grandchildren, 51 Crosby Street.

Listings with names and or addresses - still March 23rd, 1943 Belfast Telegraph

LOST AND FOUND

Lost, Friday, 19th, Silver Wrist Watch, mother o' pearl face, Ormeau Road, Ravenhill or Ritz; reward. - 76 Haypark Avenue.
Lost, Monday afternoon, convenient to Stewart's Cash Stores, Ormeau Road, Pram Apron; reward. - Colburn, 40 Bradbury Place.
Lost, Saturday night between Ballyhackamore and Cherryvalley, 3 Notes, numbers known; police notified. - 2 Woodlawn, Cherryvalley, Phone 55007.
Lost, 13th March, Brown Diary, Shipyard Pass, Identity Card, and some Private Papers.  Would finder please return same to 37 The Mount, any evening after 6 o'clock.
Will Person who took Brown Tweed Overcoat by mistake from Willowfield Unionist Hall on Saturday, 20th inst., please return to 111 Beersbridge Road.

FOR SALE

For sale, Marconi Battery Set, like new, 83 Loopland Park
Pye Portable Battery (Radio) , excellent condition, 116 Dover Street, after 6
Radios Collected, Repaired, Delivered in 12 hours, Maginn, 32 Gresham Street, Phone 24980
Piano for sale, upright, rosewood case, perfect order, 67 Knockbreda Road
Piano by Cramer, upright iron-frame, £38; no dealers, seen after 6 p.m., 191 Templemore Avenue
Piano-Accordion wanted, 120-41, 3 or 4 voice, Riddell, 5 McAdam Street
Single Man wanted for Dairy Farm, must be good clean milker; R.C. Apply, Magill, Turf Lodge, Glen Road, Belfast
Tractor Driver wanted, experienced all farm work, also 2 Agricultural Workers; able to milk, good wages to suitable persons. T. R. Cowan, Bellahill, Carrickfergus
Wanted Woman to Turn Lady's Coat, Apply, 67 My Lady's Road
Young woman or responsible person wanted to look after 2 children; good home, light duties, 10s weekly, live in. Apply 68 Joy Street
Kodak Cinematograph for Sale, perfect, 177 Agnes Street
Low Black Pram for Sale, cream lined, in good condition, 10 Silverstream Gardens
Large Green Tan-Sad for Sale, pink lined with hood and apron, practically new, £8, 34 York Crescent
New large Dropside Cot with Mattress for Sale, £6, no offers, 38 Templemore Avenue
New Oak Dining room suite for Sale, 83 Castlereagh Street
Pram for sale, reasonable, Moore, 237 Grosvenor Road
Pram, good condition, also Swing Horse, (new), 42 Empire Street
Pram, £7 10s; Doll's Pram and large Sleeping Doll dressed, £3; Gramophone and Records, £3 10s, 8 John Street
Settee for Sale in rexine, as new, 72 Malvern Street
Single Iron Bed (new), also Mahogany Cake Stand and Joiners' Tools, 32 Pansy Street
Spiral Staircase for Sale, Offers to Simpson, 28 Rosemary Street
Lady's Coat and Riding Suit, small fitting; Shoes, size 3; Lady's W.X. Coat, 3 Pairs Court Shoes, size 5; Gent's new Serge Overcoat; no dealers, 5 Crossley Street, Templemore Avenue
2 Wedding Frocks for Sale, 31 Beersbridge Road
2 Fine Tweed Coats for Sale, fit girls 10 and 12 years, apply between 11 and 2 p.m., 1 Ava Drive
3-Piece Chesterfield Suite, Dining Table, and large modern Solid Light Oak Sideboard, as new, 30 The Mount
15 Jewel Gold Filled Hunter by Calow, as new, first £6 or nearest secures, 29 Campbell Park Avenue any evening

Dropped in Raid Shelter
Man with stolen tea

At Belfast Custody Court to-day, Patrick Doherty, Fairview Street, was ordered four months' imprisonment, with hard labour, for receiving 6¼ lbs. tea, a controlled article, which had been stolen from the shop of Mary McIlvenny, Durham Street, Constable Brennan said he saw accused drop a cardboard box in a Durham Street air raid shelter and when accused saw witness he made off.  Witness caught him and brought him back to the shelter.  Accused alleged that witness had "planted" the box on him, and said "If I get time I will get you after it"  The box contained 6¼ lbs. tea in quarter pound packets.  Doherty denied being near the shelter, that he knew anything about the tea being in it, or that he had threatened the constable. It looked like as if the "stuff was planted on him"

Belfast Musical Competitions
Under I.T.A. Auspices

Captain C. J. Brennan, Mus. Bac., F.R.C.O., was adjudicator in Belfast on Monday evening at the Musical Competitions of the Irish Temperance Alliance.  So great was the public interest that the Clarence Place Hall was too small to accommodate the gathering, and the competitions were transferred to May Street Lecture Hall.  The contests will be concluded this evening:-
Girls Solo (under 8 years) - 1 Frances McAnoy; 2 Yvonne McConnell
Girls Solo (8 years to as years) - 1 Doris Fulton; 2 Betty Keith; 3 Peggy McMurtry.
Girls Solo (12 years to 15 years) - 1 Vera McGuigan; 2 Lila McCauley; 3 Vera Begley.
Boys Solo (8 to 12 years) - 1 Wallace Bell; 2 Jim Murdoch; 3 Harry Ferris.
Choirs. Unison Singing (under 15 years) - 1 Rosemary Presbyterian Church Band of Hope; 2 Cooke Centenary Presbyterian Church Band of Hope.
Choirs. Part Singing (13 to 18 years) - 1 Richview Presbyterian Church Sunday School; 2 Ashleigh Junior Choir.

Whites Sign Corbett
West Ham Star

Distillery have signed Norman Corbett, the well-known West Ham United wing half.

43 Years With Bank
Death of Mr. F. W. Doherty

Mr. Fred W. Doherty, who died at his residence, Glennfield, Newcastle, Co. Down, on Sunday, was well-known in banking circles in Belfast.  He had 43 years' service with the Northern Bank, which he entered in 1896, retiring in 1938.  Following service in Oldcastle, Lurgan and Donegall Square branches of the Bank, he was promoted manager of the Crumlin Road branch, where he had 22 years' service.

Coal For Belfast Hospital
In Larceny Charge

Coal consigned to the Children's Hospital figured in a larceny charge at Belfast Custody Court against William J. Townsley (56), Moore Street, lorry driver, and Samuel N. Girvan (36), Ashfield Street, lorry helper, of having stolen eight bags of coal, the property of John Kelly Ltd.  The case was brought under the Defence Regulations.  Police evidence showed that the accused were on their way with a lorry load of coal to the Children's Hospital when they delivered eight bags at the house of Kathleen Magee, Odessa Street.  A police constable saw them afterwards rearrange the bags on the lorry.  Accused pleaded guilty.  Head-Constable Winder said the Children's Hospital would suffer the loss of the coal had the police not stepped in.  Townsley said he had been dismissed from Kelly's and was now in another coal firm's employment.  Magee, whom he did not know, asked him for the coal and he gave her eight bags.  A fine of £10 was imposed on each of the accused.  A charge of receiving against Kathleen Magee was dismissed.

Young Coleraine Major

Captain W. M. Jackson, M.C., son of Mr. and Mrs. J. R. Jackson, Fort View, Coleraine, now serving in the Middle East with the Royal Artillery, has been promoted to the rank of Major and attached to Corps Headquarters Staff.  Major Jackson, who is 24 years of age, joined the R,A, prior to the outbreak of war, and has been 2½ years in the Middle East.  He was awarded the M.C. in November, 1941, for gallantry in the field.

The Funeral of "Ruth"

The Funeral took place from Wilton's Funeral Home, Belfast, on Monday afternoon of Miss Ruth McKitterick, the oldest inmate of the Belfast Home for the Blind, now at Dunloskin, Carrickfergus, who died on Friday night.  She had resided in the home for 52 years.  The funeral was to the plot for the blind in the City Cemetery and was attended by a number of the blind folk from the Home.  Rev. J. S. Wilson, B.D., Duncairn Presbyterian Church officiated.  The funeral arrangements were carried out by Messrs. Wilson, Rosewood Buildings, Crumlin Road.

Belfast Boy and Revolver

At Belfast Custody Court to-day Hugh Ramsey (16 years 2 months), labourer, Norfolk Street, was again remanded on continuing bail on a charge of having in his possession a fully-loaded six chamber revolver and one round of loose revolver ammunition.  Head-Constable Winder said the Attorney-General's authority had not yet been received.

Dublin Professor's Death

The death took place in Dublin to-day of Rev. Prof. Timothy Corcoran, D.Litt., S.J., who until his retirement in November last had been for 33 years Professor if Education in University College, Dublin, he was 71 years of age.

The Forged Cheque
Case at Tyrone Assizes

At Tyrone Assizes to-day, before Lord Justice Murphy, Thos. Loughran, Listamlet, Moy, was found guilty of forging a cheque for £10 10s in the name of Felix Kelly. He was put back for sentence. John McKernan, Charlemont, was jointly charged with Loughran, and was found not guilty and discharged.  Neither of the men was professionally represented, but McKernan, an ex-serviceman of the last war and who had lost a leg, conducted his own defence.

Ballymena Synod

At the annual meeting of the Presbyterian Synod of Ballymena and Coleraine in Portrush to-day, the Rev. J. N. M. Legate, B.A., B.D., First Coleraine, was elected Moderator for the ensuing year.  Rev. W. J. Hanson, Ballymena, the outgoing Moderator, said the Synod noted with pleasure the completion of 50 years' service by Rev. John Entrican, B.A., in the congregation of Third Cookstown.

Antrim Presentations

The congregation of High Street Presbyterian Church, Antrim, on Monday evening honoured their minister, Rev. Wm. Mitchell, B.A., B.D., and Mrs. Mitchell, and Mr. James L. Clarke, M.B.E., who has retired after twenty-seven years' service as treasurer.  Cheques were handed to Mr. and Mrs. Mitchell by Mrs. R. S. Warwick.  Mr. Mitchell also received a cheque from the Mental Hospital staff.  Mr. Clark was presented with an illuminated album, the work of Messrs. W. & G. Baird Ltd.  Dr. Norman C. Graham, secretary, presided, and the attendance included the Moderatos, Rt. Rev. Dr. Kennedy.

News Brevities

The following favourable police records have been granted:- 3rd class, Sergeant J. Gillanders; 4th class, Sergeant J. Hunter and Constable H. Meehan or Sheenan (its off page)
Mr. H. Montgomery Irwin, J.P., Derrygore, Enniskillen, and Mr. A. Anderson, J.P., Crevenish, Kesh, have been appointed Deputy Lieutenants for Fermanagh.
Rev. Jas. Irwin Lee, B.A., curate-in-charge of Clanabogan, Co. Tyrone, has been appointed rector of Clon?ligh, Lifford, in the room of the late Canon, P. C. Duncan, M.A.

Child's Accident

Jane Woodburn, (6) Mountcollyer Street, Belfast, had a leg fractured when she was knocked down by a motor-car on Monday evening, she is retained at the Mater Hospital.

Mr. William Devine, Ballindrait, near Lifford, is the owner of a goose which has laid a pure black egg.

William James Terry (54) was sentenced at London Sessions to-day to 12 months' hard labour for stealing while working as night watchman, 10,000? cigarettes and 10 dozen overalls from the American Red Cross in London and for stealing a suit.

Miss Helen Margaret Hutton, of 13 Arkwright Road, London, N.W. 3., and formerly of Belfast, who died on October 19 last, left £19,001 gross with net personalty? £18,735.  She left among other charitable legacies £50 to the Domestic Mission to the Poor of Belfast.

Soldier Ordered Six Months
Newry Court Cases

At Newry Quarter Sessions, before Judge Begley.  Hubert Bevan, a serving soldier, pleaded guilty to (1) breaking and entering lock-up premises of the N.A.A.F.I. and stealing a quantity of goods to the value of £18, and (2) attempting to break and enter the lock-up shop of John Bell, Castlewellan Road, Banbridge.  Along with Pte. Ronnie Mears, he was charged with breaking and entering the premises of the Y.M.C.A. in Banbridge and stealing 6lbs. tea, 800 cigarettes, 8 doz. razor blades, and sundry other articles to the value of £7.  Defendants pleaded guilty to all the charges.  Bevan in view of his good military character, was given the opportunity of entering into bail for 12 months.  Mears was sentenced to six months with hard labour.
Samuel Kerr, Drumlough, Hillsborough, pleaded guilty to breaking and entering the dwelling house of James Brown, Crowell, Hillsborough, and stealing three money boxes containing £2 17s 9d.  Mr. F. J. Byrne, for the accused, said his client yielded to temptation.  His Honour said the defendant had been four times in trouble before, and he sentenced him to three months' imprisonment.

Sold Beaker Over-Price

Major J. D. McCallum, R.M., at Belfast Summons Court to-day imposed a fine of 40s with 40s extra costs on William Lewis, Smithfield Market, for selling a white beaker at 5d in excess of the permitted price.

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Carrickfergus Advertiser 22nd April 1955


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1953 Soiree in Newcastle - On Tuesday evening a soiree was held in Newcastle Presbyterian Church. Mr. William Brand. Rev. James Keers. Miss Hutton. Mr. Fitzsimmons. Mr. McSpedding. Mr. Crothers. Messrs. R. and J. Johnston. Miss McCay. Rev. Mr. Irvine, Drumlee. Rev. J. H. Seymour, St. John's Church, Newcastle.

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Newtownards Spectator, Holywood Edition and Donaghadee Review
12th March 1949
BMD's - Closing of Railway Line - Around the Maypole - Holywood Players' Fancy Dress Dance - Holywood Boys' Club - Portaferry Pars - Greyabbey and Carrowdore Chat - Kircubbin Kernels - New Greyabbey Road a Death-Trap - Ballywalter Jottings - Rugby - Portavogie, Cloughey and Ballyhalbert Notes

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Ballymena Telegraph 20th March 1920

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1969
don't know the newspaper

Coghlin - date? Rev. William Noble Coghlin, 5 Ballyholme Road, Bangor (late of Yorkshire). Service in St. Comgall's Parish Church, Hamilton Road, and afterwards at Clandeboye Cemetery - Deeply regretted by his sorrowing Sister Connie and Family Circle.
Corbett - June 30, 1969 (suddenly), at Hospital, Robert S. Corbett, J.P., ex-Sergeant, R.U.C., dearly loved husband of Violet, Hillcroft, Aughnaskeagh, Dromara. Funeral from the above address to First Dromara Presbyterian Burying-ground - Deeply regretted by his sorrowing Wife and Family.
Evans - June 30, 1969, at her home, 18 Thomas Street, Newtownards, Hester, dearly loved wife of the late Archibald Evans. Funeral to Moville Cemetery - Deeply regretted by her sorrowing Family, also the Family Circle at home and abroad. At rest. ~ Deeply regretted by her sorrowing Daughter and Son-in-law, Jean and Billy Killough, 9 Major Street, Belfast. At Home with the Lord ~ Deeply regretted by her sorrowing Daughter and Son-in-law, Gwen and Joe Stitt, and Granddaughter Linda. A loving mother thou hast bee, a mother true and kind, a fonder heart could never beat, to those now left behind - 36 Barrington Street, Donegall Road, Belfast
Fellows - June 30, 1969, at his residence, 5 Beechlands, Newry Road, Banbridge, William Derek, dearly loved husband of Margaret Fellows, and dear daddy of Timothy. Deeply regretted by his sorrowing Wife and Family Circle.
Fisher - June 30, 1969, at Hospital, Martha Anne (on holiday from Australia), beloved wife of George Fisher, and dear mother of Betty.....
Mann - June 30, 1969, at Hospital, Victor, beloved husband of Sarah Mann, 12 Brooklyn Terrace, Portrush. Funeral from his home to Ballywillan Cemetery - Deeply regretted by the Family Circle
Melville - July 1, 1969, at Hospital, John B., dearly loved husband of Ethel, 22 Abbey Park, Bangor, funeral to Clandeboye Cemetery, Very Deeply Regretted
McCallin - June 29, 1969 (after a short illness), Albert Victor, B.A., B.D., Vicar of Jesus Church, Forty Hill, Enfield, beloved husband of Joan and father of John and Angelia. Funeral Service on 4th July and then to Enfield Crematorium. Donations to Cancer Research
McCandless - June 29, 1969, at her residence, 118 East Bread Street, Marion, beloved wife of the late Francis McCandless. Funeral to City Cemetery. Deeply regretted by her sorrowing Son Denis, 118 East Bread Street, Belfast 5. Lonely is the home without you, life for me is not the same, all the world would be like Heaven, if I could have you back again ~ Deeply regretted by her Son and Daughter-in-law, Frankie and Val and Family, England ~ Deeply regretted by her sorrowing Son and Daughter-in-law, Derek and Jean and Family, England. The blow was hard, the shock severe, we did not think your death was so near ~ Deeply regretted by her Son and Daughter-in-law, John and Isobel, 27 Hunter Street. To those who have a mother, love her while you may, I wish with all my heart and soul, that mine was here to-day ~ Deeply regretted by her Daughter and Son-in-law, Lily and Billy Young and Family, 324 Melfort Drive, Tullycarnet. Quickly and quietly came the call, sudden death surprised us all, those who lost can tell the pain, of parting without farewell ~ Deeply regretted by her Daughter and Son-in-law, Ellen and Bill Austin and Family, England ~ Deeply regretted by her Daughter and Son-in-law, Maureen and Billy Gordon and Family, England. Not till the loom is silent, and the shuttles cease to fly, shall God unroll the canvas and explain the reason why
McCandless - Miriam, beloved mother of Dennis. Deeply regretted by her Brothers and Sisters at home and in England. Resting where no shadows fall.
McCandless - The Officers and Members of Ballymacarrett Defenders Flute Band regret the death of the Mother of their esteemed member John and tender their deepest sympathy - W. Walker, Sec.
McCormick - June 29, 1969, at Hospital, Robert James, dearly loved husband of the late Elizabeth McCormick, 54 Foreman Street. Funeral from his son's residence, 24 Baden Powell Street to Roselawn Cemetery. Deeply regretted by his sorrowing Son and Daughter-in-law, Tommy, Mary and Grandchildren Thomas, Wendy and Jennifer. Two loving hands are resting, the voice we lived is still, the one who did so much for us, is resting at God's will ~ Deeply regretted by his Son William McEwan, Wife Emma and Grandchildren Robert, Alan, Elizabeth and Yvonne, 38 Beechwood Avenue, Bangor ~ Deeply regretted by his sorrowing Son and Daughter-in-law, Jim and Rita McCormick, also Grandchildren, Ann and Jim, 2 Hesketh Road, Friends Annie Delaney, also Son Joe, Australia. It matters not what day or year, there's still a memory, still a tear, memories don't fade, they just grow deep, of a father I loved but could not keep ~ Deeply regretted by his sorrowing Daughter and Son-in-law, Ethel and Donald Caulson, and Grandchildren, Donna and Lesley, England. He died as he lived, everyone's friend - Deeply regretted by the Smith Family, 1 Matlock Street ~ Bobbie, deeply regretted by the Neighbours of Baden Powell Street
McCormick - The Inspectors and Fellow Workers of No. 8 District Belfast Corporation Cleansing Department regret the death of the Father of their fellow-worker, Thomas McCormick, and extend deepest sympathy - R. McClean, Inspector ~ The Members and Chairman of Hanula's? Social Club, regret the death of the Father of their esteemed member, Thomas McCormick, and extend their deepest sympathy to him and to his Wife, Mary McCormick
McKeown - The W.M., Officers and Brethren of Cliftonville Masonic Lodge No. 424 regret the death of their esteemed member, W.B. George McKeown, and tender their deepest sympathy to his Wife and Family Circle - Thomas Ha? W.M.
McVeigh - The Staff and Employees of Beechfield Works tend sympathy to the McVeigh Family on the sudden death of their Father
Officer - June 30, 1969, at Hospital, Isabella, beloved wife of the late Samuel Officer. Funeral from his late residence, 49 Matchett Street to Carnmoney Cemetery. Deeply regretted by her sorrowing Daughters, Sons-in-law and Grandchildren ~ dearly loved sister of David. Deeply regretted by his sorrowing Brother and Sister-in-law, David and Agnes Coulter, 1? Alliance Road ~ dearly loved aunt of Samuel. Deeply regretted by his sorrowing Nephew and Wife, Samuel and Elizabeth Coulter, and Joan, 22 Mountain View Drive ~ Deeply regretted by her Nephews and Nieces, 1 Victoria Gardens ~ loved aunt of Jack. Deeply regretted by her sorrowing Nephew and Wife, Ja?? and Ann McAteer and Family, ?? Fairyknowe Park
O'Neill - July 1, 1969, at Hospital, Larne, John B. O'Neill, LL.B., dearly loved husband of Sheila O'Neill, 18 Cable Road, Whitehead R.I.P. His remains will be removed from Moyle Hospital to St. McNissi's Church, Larne and afterwards to St. Patrick's Church?yard, Culfeightrin, Ballyvoy, Ballycastle, via Cushendall, for interment.
Petticrew - June 30, 1969, at Hospital, Francis, dearly loved husband of Madge and dear father of Anne and Frank, 5 Magheralave Road, Lisburn ~ The Officers and Members of Lisnagarvey Harrier and Athletic Club regret the death of their esteemed President Mr. F. Petticrew - R. M. McCabe, Sec.; S. S. Walker, Chairman
Raphael - June 30, 1969 (suddenly) Connie, dearly beloved wife of H? Cecil Raphael, Barna, Drumbo Road, Ballyaughlis, Lisburn. Funeral at Drumbeg Parish Church, interment afterwards in Churchyard
Reid - June 30, 1969, at Hospital, Ellen, dearly loved wife of the late Isaac Reid, funeral from her home, 29 Matilda Street for interment in City Cemetery. Deeply regretted by her sorrowing Daughters, Son and Sons-in-law and the Family Circle
Robson - June 30, 1969, at Hospital, William, dearly loved husband of the late Margaret Christina Robson, formerly of 18 Mount Charles, Belfast. Funeral from his sisters residence, Woodside, Doagh to Kilbride Cemetery. Deeply regretted by his sorrowing sons, Norman, Leonard and their Families, Portglenone Forest, Portglenone ~ dearly loved and eldest son of the late R. B. and Mrs. Robson, Woodside, Doagh, deeply regretted by his sorrowing sister Alice
Sanlon - The Neighbours of Danube Street regret the death of their esteemed neighbour, William Sanlon, and tender deepest sympathy to his Wife and Family ~ The Ladies of the Wednesday Night Committee extend their deepest sympathy to Sister Sanlon on the tragic death of her husband - M. Moorhead, Secretary
Tate - The Officers and Brethren of Armagh Temperance L.O.L. 745 regret the death of their esteemed Br. George Tate, P.M. and tender their deepest sympathy - J. Burton, W.M.

Atkinson - In loving memory of my dear husband, John, died 1st July, 1968, always remembered by his loving Wife and Daughter Karen, Mrs. Joan Atkinson, 9c Greenend, Rathcoole, Newtownabbey.
Bell - In loving memory of my dear husband and father, William, who died on the 1st July, 1958, always remembered by his Wife Adeline and Family at home and abroad, 13 Edenderry, Shaw's Bridge.
Boyle - In loving memory of my dear Mother, died 1st July, 1966, always remembered by her loving Son Jim, Daughter-in-law Agnes and Grandchildren.
Boyle - Fondest memories of my dear mother, Elizabeth, called Home 1st July, 1966, longed for always by her loving Daughter and Son-in-law Dougie and Grandchildren, 3 Highvale Gardens

Roy - Fondest memories of our dear mother, Agnes, died 1st July, 1967; also our dear father, James, died 17th December 1958, 33 Elgin Street
Storey - In loving memory of my dear mother, Mary, died 1st July, 1968, always remembered by her loving Son and Daughter-in-law, Robert and Patsy, also grandchildren, 77 Annadale Flats ~ Always remembered by her loving Son and Daughter-in-law, Arty and Jean, and Grandchildren, 39 Tower Street ~ Always remembered by her loving Sons Samuel, William and Matt, 2 Island Street ~ Mary Jane, Always remembered by her Son and Daughter-in-law, Andrew and Olive Storey, also Grandson Hugh, 12 Witham Street ~ Always remembered by her loving Daughter and Son-in-law, Mary and Billy Campbell; also Grandson and Wife and Great-grandchildren; also dear friend, Mrs. Campbell, 151 Avoniel Road ~ Always remembered by her loving Daughter Bella, Son-in-law Samuel and Granddaughters Winnie and Isabella, 10 Invernook Park
Turtle - In loving memory of my dear father, Samuel, died 1st July, 1968. Remembered always by his Son and Daughter-in-law, James and Jean and Children, 6 Vandyck ....
McCluskey - The Family of the late Henry McCluskey wish to thank all the kind friends and neighbours who sympathised with them in their recent sad bereavement; especially Mr. and Mrs. Kane; the Rev. Carson; those who sent letters of condolence, floral tributes and attended the funeral. 124 Halliday Road
McMahon - The Wife and Family Circle of the late James McMahon wish to thank all who sympathised with them in their recent bereavement, especially Rev. Moore, B.A., Mr. Orr, the Doctors and Nursing Staff of the Hospital concerned, the Neighbours of Beverley Street and District for their beautiful bowl and flowers, those who sent floral tributes, letters and cards, and attended the funeral, 49 Beverley Street
Niell - The Wife and Family Circle of the late Henry Joseph Niell R.I.P., wish to express their sincere thanks to all those who sympathised with them in their recent sad bereavement; especially the Clergy of the Sacred Heart Parish; the Doctor concerned; the Neighbours and all those who sent floral tributes, cards of condolence and attended the funeral or visited the home; and especially the Workmates of the L.R.S. Shop of the Royal Naval Aircraft Yard for floral tribute and kind attendance, 12 Sunningdale Green
Stinson - The Parents and Sister of the late Norman Stinson wish to thank most sincerely all who sympathised with them in their recent bereavement; those who sent donations to Cancer Research, flowers, letters and cards, who attended the funeral or helped in any way; special thanks to the Family Doctor, the Doctors and Staff of Hospitals concerned; the Very Rev. Dr. A. Martin, Rev. R. Davey, Rev. T. Patterson; the Headmaster and Staff of Sullivan Upper School, 13 Kinbane Way, Finaghy
Weir - The Wife and Family of the late Richard Weir wish to thank all those who sympathised with them in their recent sad bereavement, especially all those who sent floral tributes, cards and letters of condolence, called at the home, attended the funeral, or helped in any way.

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no dates and no idea of which newspaper
Concerning an Armchair: Mary Kelly, of 4, Eblana Street, Belfast, brought an action against Louis Berwitz, ? as the Central Furnishing Company, ? ? to recover £2, damages for al...........and conversion of an armchair,  ???
...ally, and the opening ceremony was performed by Miss Reade, of Castletown, who fired the first shot.
Cycling Without Lights: At Cushendall Petty Sessions yesterday, before Mr. St. Clair M. Dobbs, D.L. (presiding), and other magistrates, Robert Stewart, Cushendall, and Alex. McAuley, Waterfoot, were prosecuted for cycling without lights. The Chairman said in view of the recent fatal accident they would have to impose heavier penalties for this class...........

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Belfast Telegraph? Tuesday October 13th, 1903

Births

Ker - October 11th, at 31 Rugby Road, to Rev. R. M. and Mrs. Ker - a son.

Deaths

Carleton - October 12th, 1903, at 130 Albert Street, Sarah Carleton - R.I.P. The remains of our beloved mother will be removed, for interment in Milltown Cemetery, on to-morrow (Wednesday) afternoon, at two o'clock. Friends will please accept this intimation.  Thomas & William Carleton.
Dornan - October 13th, at her residence, 52 Brookvale Street, Belfast, Sarah Dornan, the relict of the late John Dornan.  Her remains will be removed, for interment in the family burying-ground, Broomhedge, on Thursday morning, at ten o'clock. Friends will please accept this intimation.
Ferguson - October 12th, at 111 Crimea Street, Mary Elizabeth (Minnie), sixth and dearly-beloved daughter of William and Eliza Ferguson. Her remains will be removed, for interment in the City Cemetery, on Thursday, at 12 o'clock noon. Friends will please accept this (the only) intimation.  Until the dead in Jesus shall arise, And we shall meet together with Him in the skies, Good night, beloved, good night.
Gregg - October 12th, at her residence, Clonkeenland, Clones, Lizzie, youngest daughter of the late John Gregg. Funeral on to-morrow (Wednesday) afternoon, at half-past two o'clock.
Kerr - October 12th, at her residence, 88 Oregon Street, Isabella, the dearly-beloved daughter of Alexander and Margaret Kerr. Her remains will be removed from above address, for interment in Carnmoney Burying-ground, on to-morrow (Wednesday) afternoon, at two o'clock. Friends will please accept this (the only) intimation. Alexander & Margaret Kerr.
Kerr - At his residence, Masonic Hall, Straid, on 12th inst., James Kerr, aged 77 years. The remains of my beloved husband will be removed, for interment in Ballynure Churchyard, on Thursday afternoon, at two o'clock. Friends will please accept this intimation. Jane Kerr. - Royal Arch Chapter, No. 276. Companions of the above Chapter and other Companions are requested to attend the funeral of our late Companion, James Kerr, P.K.  J. Majury, M.E.K.,  R. Carlisle, Reg. - True Blue Masonic Lodge, No. 276. Members of above Lodge and other brethren are requested to attend the funeral of our late Brother, J. Kerr, P.M.  R. B. Wilson, W.M.,  R. J. Alexander, Sec.
Miskelly - October 12th, 1903, suddenly, at his residence, Gilnahirk, William Miskelly. The remains of our dearly-beloved father will be removed, for interment in the family burying-ground, Moneyrea, on to-morrow (Wednesday) morning, at eleven o'clock. Friends will please accept this (the only) intimation.  Margaret J. & Mary E. Miskelly.
Morrow - October 12, at 15 Farnham Street, Belfast, William Morrow, formerly of Banbridge, aged 60 years. Funeral leaves above address on to-morrow (Wednesday) morning, at eleven o'clock, for Banbridge, arriving there about three o'clock.
Murdoch - October 13th, 1903, at her residence, High Street, Comber, Richard, the beloved husband of Susanna Murdoch. His remains will be removed, for interment in Comber Churchyard, on to-morrow (Wednesday) afternoon, at four o'clock. Friends will please accept this (the only) intimation.  S. Murdoch.
Murphy - October 12th, 1903, at her residence, 53 Cliftonpark Avenue, Margaret, the beloved wife of John Murphy. Funeral private.
McCarthy - October 13th, 1903, at 4 Murphy Street, Henrietta McCarthy, beloved wife of John McCarthy, aged 32 years - R.I.P. Her remains will be removed, for interment in Milltown Cemetery, on Thursday afternoon, at half-past one o'clock. Friends will please accept this intimation.  John McCarthy.
McGowan - October 12th, at his residence, 74 Hillman Street, Owen McGowan. The remains of my beloved husband will be removed from above address, on to-morrow (Wednesday) afternoon, at half-past two o'clock, for interment in Milltown Cemetery. Friends will please accept this intimation. - R.I.P.  Margaret McGowan
Patrick - October 11th, at his residence, 19 Woodvale Street, David Patrick. The remains of my beloved husband will be removed from his late residence, on to-morrow (Wednesday) morning, at eleven o'clock, for interment in (sorry paper is clipped here)

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Belfast News-Letter, Thursday, June 5, 1924


     Eleven Year Old Violinist - Miss Jenny Montgomery (Belfast), winner of the first prize medal and certificate for junior violin playing at the Carrickfergus Feis. Her tone, style, and rendering of the test piece was very remarkable, and aroused much interest. She is a pupil of Miss Hester Cooke, who teaches at Messrs. Crymble's, 40 Wellington Place, Belfast

     For failing to have an identification plate on his motor lorry, William Martin, Edenderry, Banbridge, was fined 5s and costs in the Belfast Police Court yesterday.

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Belfast Telegraph, August 20, 1923

Sharp Belfast Milk Fines - The Farmers and Guarantees.
     In the Belfast Summons Court, Edmond Bamford and Robert Bamford, Saintfield Road, Belfast, were proceeded against by the Corporation for having sold sweetmilk on the 4th July which was deficient in milk fat to the extent of 13.3 percent. Mr. A. J. Lewis appeared for the prosecution and Mr. John Graham for the defence.  Evidence was given by Inspector Reynolds as to taking a sample of the milk and getting it analysed.  Mr. Graham said the defendants had purchased the milk from farmers.  Mr. Lewis said they had the remedy in their own hands by getting a guarantee, and then the farmers could be prosecuted.  Mr. Graham said the milk was purchased outside the city boundary, and the farmers who sold it could not be prosecuted.  If the rural authority was represented at the sale, then the farmers could be prosecuted either in the district in which the milk was purchased, or in the district in which it was vended. The milk in this case was warm, and could not have been tampered with by the defendants.  Mr. John Gray, R.M. - The man who sold this milk in the city, is as bad as the farmer who sold it to him.  Mr. Lewis - They should get a guarantee from the farmers.  Mr. Graham - farmers will not give a guarantee.  Mr. Lewis - Then they must take the consequence.  Mr. Joseph Mitchell - Were there any previous prosecutions?  Mr. Lewis - There was a fine of £10 in one case and a fine of £15 in another case.  A fine of £10 was inflicted in the case against Edmund Bamford, and the case against Robert Bamford was ruled in.
     Summonses were also brought against Samuel McCormick and Jane McCormick, 23 Leadbetter Street, for the sale of buttermilk containing 16.6 per cent. water in excess of the usual quantity allowed for churning.  Mr. Lewis appeared for the prosecution, and Mr. John Graham for the defence.  Evidence was given by Inspector Larmour, who stated that he took the sample on the 3rd July, and had it submitted for analysis, with the above result.  Mr. Lewis, in answer to the Bench, stated that these defendants had never been before the Court previously.  A fine of £5 was inflicted in the case of Samuel McCormick, and the case against Jane McCormick was ruled in.

Death of Mr. John Lowry
     The announcement of the sudden death of Mr. John Lowry, manufacturers' agent, who carried on business at 7 Pottinger's Entry, Belfast, has occasioned deep sorrow in commercial and social circles, and also at Portballintrae, where he resided with his wife and family of three daughters.  The deceased gentleman, whose city residence was in Ravenhill Gardens, with his family had resided during the summer months at Portballintrae, and it was here he had a sudden seizure late on Saturday evening. Medical aid was at once summoned, but despite the skilful attention bestowed on him by his devoted wife and Dr. McLeish, the patient passed away about four o'clock on Sunday morning.  Of a charming disposition, the late Mr. Lowry had a host of friends throughout the North of Ireland. A native of Glenarm, he was educated in Belfast, and served his apprenticeship to the hardware business with Messrs. Riddels, Ltd., Donegall Place, and on completing his time remained in the service of the firm for a period of some fifteen years. He later entered into business on his own account, and rapidly built up a large and flourishing connection with Irish and cross-Channel houses.  During the war years he had made many trips to England in connection with his commercial enterprises.  He was connected with the Masonic Order, being a member of Lodge 188, Rosetta.  An elocutionist of rare ability, his services were in great demand at local concerts and social gatherings.  He was also an ardent golfer, and of late years was a prominent and popular figure on the Portrush links.  The funeral will be private.

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Flirting

     If the plan of a separate squad for everything were still in vogue in the Police Department a valuable suggestion could be appropriated from Cleveland.  The Chief of Police there established a Flirting Squad.  A score of the best-looking young policemen were detailed by Chief Kohler to detect girls and women who flirt.  They began last Sunday and made many arrests.  Flirting in public is more common in smaller places than in New York.  In most country villages a few girls manage to be at the station when the trains stop, to look over the arriving drummers.  In places the size of Cleveland the station habit is not so popular, but Saturday evenings and Sunday afternoons the fashionable streets and the parks have women not averse to making acquaintances without the formality of an introduction.  Almost always flirting is innocent in its purpose.  It is natural for a young girl to seek admiration.  A homely woman or a girl poorly dressed and unkempt in appearance does not flirt.  A general sprucing up, a new hat, a pretty dress and a blithesome demeanor are preliminaries to a flirtation stroll.  A certain amount of flirting is a recognized feminine prerogative.  It is approved by the United States Government in laying out Flirtation Walk at West Point, where every cadet is expected to accumulate valuable experience.  So long as he is fearful of the glances from a pretty girl's eyes he is not fit to face the flashes of cannon and musketry.  Holding hands should not be confused with flirting.  Hand-holding prior to engagement is reprehensible.  It permits familiarity and impairs respect.  It is also unwise.  A girl is more likely to become engaged if she holds herself a little aloof.  The higher she values herself the more other people will value her.  Men are like a flock of sheep in many ways, and in none more than following a lead given them.  Every woman learns this in time.  A girl's looks or voice is what first attracts a man's interest, but it takes more that looks to hold attention and to command regard.  Wavy hair, peachy cheeks and rosebud lips are not the only or the most essential requirements to successful matrimony.  Girls who habitually flirt seldom get good husbands.  The men who enjoy flirting with them do not marry them, and other men are driven away.  Making acquaintances through flirting does not bring the kind of men friends whom a self-respecting girl should desire.  A man can usually find some way to secure a legitimate introduction if he is honestly attracted by a girl, and her encouragement of him had better be postponed until he had proved the sincerity of his interest by taking some preliminary trouble.  Still, if a girl wants to flirt, all the police in the world cannot prevent it.

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The Soul of Belfast
1907

James Douglas writes in the "Morning Leader" :-
     It is easier to abuse Belfast than to understand it. I am not sure that Belfast understands herself, but I am quite sure that Dublin and London do not understand her.  The authorities have failed so completely to understand her that they have been compelled to place her under control of soldiers.  The presence of the soldiers in her streets is a gesture of despair.  If Belfast were an English city, her condition would not be viewed with languid bewilderment, for we should attempt to understand her, and we should not regard her as if she were a kind of Casa Blanca.
     Let us try to understand the soul of Belfast, for she is a city with a soul.  The fact that it is a turbulent soul ought to increase our interest in the problem.  There is some reason for the strange fact that she is not as humdrum as Liverpool or as mild as Manchester.  For generations she has been remarkable for two things - namely, revivals of religion and revivals of rioting.  She is the city of riots and religions.  It may seem absurd to suggest that there is any connection between her love of religion and her love of rioting, but I am sure that both are produced by the same cause.
     Belfast is a city which suffers from unsatisfied aspirations and baffled aims.  Her imagination is starved, and she is oppressed by an intolerably grey monotony.  She is the loneliest city in the world.  She would be happy is she were on the Clyde, for her blood is Scottish.  But she lives in exile amid an alien race.  She has ceased to be Scottish, and she is too proud to be Irish.  She has the hunger of romance in her heart, for she has lost her own past, and she is groping blindly after her own future.  She cannot identify herself with Ireland or with Scotland or with England, and she vehemently endeavours to give herself to each country in turn.  She is like a woman who dallies with three lovers, and cannot make up her mind to marry any of them.
     She is proud of her thrift, her splendid manufacturers, and her commercial energy, but a city does not live by trade alone, and in her heart there is a secret unrest.  That unrest manifests itself in her feverish passion for every form of emotional religion.  Everybody in Belfast has been converted over and over again, for the ecstasy of conversion helps her to express herself.  But these intermittent spasms of religious rapture do not suffice to appease her craving for excitement.  She has few other resources.  Her religious austerity has thrust the theatre beyond the pale.  The drama is taboo in Belfast, and the door of the theatre is regarded as the mouth of hell.  Belfast is a city without recreations.
     It might be thought that in her grey boredom Belfast would find consolation in literature, but, unfortunately, she is a city without books.  She borrows little, and, she buys less.  Her teeming population is satisfied with one small bookshop.  I believe there was once a second bookseller in Belfast, but after a while he faded away.  But if there are no bookshops there are many public houses.  Indeed, it may be said that the popular amusements in Belfast are public houses and churches.  When Belfast is not getting converted she is getting drunk.  The poorer the district the more public houses it contains.  It would be difficult to throw a stone in Belfast without breaking a tavern window.
     It would not be fair to ascribe the drunkenness of Belfast to her natural depravity.  She is not thirstier than any other city, but when she wished to amuse herself she drinks.  If you wish to know why she drinks you should inspect her elementary schools.  Many of them are cesspools of poverty - ovens un summer and ice houses in winter.  The children in them are undersized, underfed, and underclothes, and many of them go barefooted all the year round.  It is out of these children that rioters are made.  They have no recreations when they are young, and no recreations when they are old.  The children of the poor in Belfast sharpen their wits on the kerbstones, and the price which the city is paying to-day is the penalty of her neglect and her indifference.
     Anarchy in the schools breeds anarchy in the streets, and the community which shirks its duty to its citizens when they are young cannot complain if they shirk their duty to it when they are old.  A city without a civic conscience produces citizens without a civic conscience.  Lawlessness is the revenge of poverty, and the sooner we recognise its wild justice the better.  It is a mistake to attribute the lawlessness of Belfast to religious animosities.  Its roots strike down through the strata of religious hate into economic degradation.  Poverty is the mother of anarchy, and it is poverty that is the matter with Belfast.
     It is not surprising that half-starved and half-educated larrikins regard rioting as a purple patch in their dismal and desolate existence.  It is the only amusement they have, and they play at it as Englishmen play at football and cricket and golf.  During the riots of 1886 I was walking along a deserted street, feeling somewhat alarmed by its ominous emptiness.  They were peeping warily into the next street, and as I approached they motioned me to go back.  One of them had something hidden under his jacket.  It was an old pistol.  They told me with a touch of pride that they were waiting to get a shot at the police, a squad of whom were firing along another street some fifty yards away.
     They had no quarrel with the police.  They were simply imbued with the spirit of the sportsman who stalks a tiger or a lion, an elephant or a hippopotamus.  It is that spirit which makes Belfast joyously eager for a riot.  I once saw a Belfast mob merrily pursuing a policeman who was running for his life.  His helmet fell off, and the crowd jovially turned it into a football.  It did not really matter whether they kicked the policeman or his helmet.  Their temper was not essentially different from that of a mob of ladies and gentlemen whom I saw hunting a stag on Exmoor.  The ladies and gentlemen ate their sandwiches and drank from their flasks while the huntsmen cut up the carcase of the beautiful beast.
     One of the ladies accepted a hoof as a souvenir.  The only difference between the one hunt and the other was that the quarry in the one case was a Royal Irish constable and in the other a royal Devonshire stag.  If the Belfast rioters had been properly educated at the public school and the university they would hunt foxes and stags instead of policemen.  Human nature is a very romantic thing, and it rebels against the vapid dullness of life.  Its imagination will out, and if we do not provide safety valves it is bound to explode.  The poetry in the soul of Belfast does not express itself in art or literature or drama or music or games, therefore it expresses itself in riots.
     The only remedy is the provision of nobler means of expression through economic readjustment and education. It is a pity that the romantic energy of the poor should be wasted on stone-throwing, drinking, and religious faction fights.  It is useless to feed the soul of a city with police batons, ball cartridges, and fixed bayonets.  The soul of Belfast is suffering from starvation, and it is the business of statesmen to provide it with wholesome food.

Until that is done it will remain a city of riots that are like religions and religions that are like riots.

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