Loughrea Town Commissioners, Minutes, 1952 - 1955
- Volume of minutes of proceedings of the Commissioners meetings, includes resolutions such as:-
‘Delay in having Water and Sewerage schemes proceeded with-
"The extension of the sewerage scheme or the Athenry Road will be commenced it is hoped next week. The extension of the service to the cottages in Cosmona cannot be undertaken until the authority of the County Council is received and further information asked from L.G. Dept. supplied. This scheme is going to be an exceedingly costly one and will be the subject of a discussion by County Council when water extensions are generally being discussed”’ (p17).
- ‘After discussion on the matter it was decided with Co. Manager’s approval to advertise the Bridewell premises on a long term lease of 999 years. Tenders to state for what purpose it is to be used for’ (p47, see also p59, pp65-67, pp71-72, p80).
- ‘Clerk was instructed to send a strongly worded protest to C.I.E. Co., in view of their failure to make adequate provision for intending pilgrims to Croak Patrick on the night of 26/7/52, and request an assurance that this will not happen again’ (p51, see also pp57-58)
- ‘Chairman also stated that he suggested to County Council that the Fair Green be concreted, shelter beds be erected and pins be put down, also that a new weight bridge be erected.
The Board were in agreement with Mr Devine in having the Fairs moved off the streets and held on the Fair Green’ (p61).
- ‘Removal of Fairs off Streets:
Mr Devine’s N.O.M. that Section 103, Public Health Act, 1878 be adopted, was ruled out of order. County Manager stating it was the powers of the County Council and it will be the County Council’s rights, when Tolls and Customs are purchased, to control Fairs and Markets of the town of Loughrea Under Section 1 of Public Health Act 1896 (Ireland) as set out under Section 103 of Public Health (Ireland) Act 1878’ (p74).
- ‘Bridewell. Details report from Engineer in connection with development of Bridwell was considered. It was decided to ask Mr D’alton if the County Council would purchase the building for demolition and at what price. The question of erecting a new building be considered when the site is cleared’ (p85, see also p89, p95, p100).
- ‘Unemployment. The Chairman reported that work on a $4,000 Relief Scheme had commenced in the area. The unemployed were being offered work on the Scheme and he hoped that it would be fully availed of. …’ (p86).
- ‘A further letter from Sinn Féin Headquarters dated 20/2/1953, was adopted (with Mr Devine disassociating himself with the matter) protesting against any Irish participation in the Coronation ceremonies of the Queen of England’ (p92).
- ‘Clerk was directed, on proposition of Mr Devine, seconded by Mr O’Shea, to request Radio Éireann to play Ceile music at least for half an hour every night, and more traditional songs including Tom Moore’s melodies, especially during the An Tosal period’ (p96).
- ‘Chairman explained to the members that meeting was summoned to express the townspeople’s sympathy on the death of Bishop of Clonfert, Most Rev. Dr Dignan, which occurred at this residence, St. Brendan’s Coorkheen, Loughrea on the 12th inst. (April 1953)’ (p98).
- ‘Consideration of converting the Bridewell into a ‘Civic Centre’ was fully discussed, when it was unanimously decide to rescind the order made 12th November 1952, agreeing to retain the building. It was then proposed by Chairman seconded by Mr Conlan, that the leasing of the Bridewell premises be advertised on the same terms of 999 years lease as heretofore. Tenders must state the purpose for which it was to be used. This was approved by Co. Managers’ (p107, see also pp119-120, p121).
- ‘Co. Manager stated if the Board were to build a Hall on the Bridewell site it would cost approx. $14,000’ (108).
- Bridewell Premises: Submitted particulars regarding proposed renovation and expenditure on Bridewell signed by Secretary of St. Brendan’s Hurling Club G.A.A., which were noted and approved.
County Manager’s Order no. 584 was also submitted and approved accepting the tender of £100 submitted by the G.A.A. Club. (p127, see also p129, p136).
- Includes letter dated 7 November 1953 from the Apostolic Nuncio in Ireland the Town Commissioners for their resolution protesting at the ‘persecution of the Catholics in Poland and against the treatment meted out to the Cardinal Primate of the country by the communist regime …’(p134).
TitleLoughrea Town Commissioners, Minutes, 1952 - 1955
RepositoryGalway County Council Archives Services
ReferenceLTC/1/15
Date9 January 1952 – 12 January 1955
Production date 1952-01-09 - 1955-01-12
Scope and Content
Extent178pp
Persons keyword Loughrea Town Commissioners
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