SNIPPET: Handsome and impeccably dressed, John O'CONNOR and Joseph KELLEHER are among those pictured in the Official Programme of the Irish Fair which was given by the Celtic Union at Mechanics Pavilion, San Francisco in Aug-Sept 1898, primarily as a fundraiser for the purchase of land for the proposed United Irish Societies Hall.. Afternoon concerts of classical music were performed by BENNETT's Exposition Band. Booths included Cong Abbey Lemonade Booth, Official Souvenir Programme Booth, Lakes of Killarney Booth, Dewey Victory Booth, Irish Fair Button Booth, Badges and Button Booth, Celtic Union Hall Stock Booth, Floral Booth, Soda Water Booth, Pop Corn Crisps Booth, Coffee and Sandwiches Booth, and, of course, there were many Exhibitors. Note is made of one programme advertisement stating -- "The Emerald Isle produces a host of good things. California has a few herself; one of her best products is the water from Napa Soda Springs, sold everywhere as Jackson's Napa Soda." Eight years later the Great San Francisco Earthquake and Fire would destroy many buildings - perhaps, the new hall?. Per the programme - "O'CONNOR & KELLEHER - The visitors to the Irish Fair will readily recognize in the illustrations in this space two bright and worthy young business men of San Francisco, who have endeavored in times past to entertain to the best of their ability thousands of persons at various times by their talented work, and skillful and graceful jig dancing. They have always shown prompt willingness to respond to any call for their services, and by their dancing they have been of splendid assistance to many a good cause. The fact that they were to appear and dance has proved a drawing card many a time, and has been instrumental in the success of many a function. In their business as tailors and shirt-makers they are now established in the new Examiner Building, and those who desire the best work at reasonable prices should call on them. They are bright young men, as bright in their trade as otherwise, and will give full satisfaction. Both have had years of experience, have worked for the best houses on this coast, have helped, therefore, in the success of others, and it is time they should try and build up for themselves. And we are sure our people, who are quick to appreciate what is worthy, will back them up. They are our own, and have proven themselves true, and we should reciprocate."