John, for what it's worth....in 1999 I saw a LOT of Fallons buried in a medeival cemetery near Ballyforan on the East Galway/Roscommon border. The local farmer who was escorting me told me it was a family of 7 seven Fallon brothers. All were buried within that church's walls. I do recall a Bridget....but most of us have 'Bridget' somewhere on the family tree. The funny thing was that when the Galway farmer was saying that surname I thought he was saying 'felons' and I was aghast that they were buried within the church walls....he looked at me quizzingly as I was rather indignant....until I went to have a closer look at the name....FALLON....we had a chuckle about that! :) Janice Boston

Hi, The 1861 Wellington Shropshire census shows Owen Duggan and his wife Bridget living on New Street. In 1871, the family has grown with several children and mother-in-law, Bridget Fallon. 1871 also shows that Owen and the two Bridgets are from County Galway. Back in 1861, there's a Michael and Bridget Fallon and family also living at New Street, Wellington. I presume that this is Owen's in-laws. There might be some connection with this family and a Fallon family in Wolverhampton. Owen Duggan (later Dugan) emigrated to Pompton, New Jersey, USA around 1884. The family later moved to Birmingham. Alabama. My database regarding this family can be found on RootsWeb's WorldConnect. It's name is mbc157588. I'm hoping to make contact with someone doing research on the surnames Fallon or Duggan (or Dugan) in Galway. Thanks, John F

In a message dated 5/31/05 3:01:04 AM Pacific Daylight Time, IRL-GALWAY-D-request@rootsweb.com writes: The Convent is probably the Presentation Convent on Presentation Road in Galway City. Trevor ---------------------- Thanks Trevor, I must confess, I made this correction and several others prior to posting those stories at: www.IrelandOldNews.com I do appreciate the help though, as I have found some of my older postings do have some simple errors. I think I will withhold posting the messages to IrelandOldNews.com for a few days in order to review feedback from our great list members. Thanks again, I will try to recheck my posts a few extra times before posting. I am working off of scanned images to CD ROM and sometimes the scans or the film is just plain difficult to work with. In this case I had a duplicate scan file and found the second version easier to read. Jim

The recent posting of an extract from the Tuam Herald of 19 Jun 1909 contained the paragraph: "The death is very much regretted at Galway of Mother Mary Magdalen Golding, the Superioress of the Proaentation (?) Convent, which occurred at an advanced age. Deceased, who was a native of Shrule, celebrated her golden jubilee only a few weeks ago. She had been elected Rev Mother of the Convent no less than seven times." The Convent is probably the Presentation Convent on Presentation Road in Galway City. Trevor

THE TUAM HERALD, SATURDAY, JUNE 26, 1909 TUAM, CO GALWAY ---------- BIRTHS WYNNE - June 13th, 1909, at Main street, Castlebar, the wife of T A Wynne, U D C, of a daughter. MIDDLETON - At Shanghai, China, May 5th, the wife of W B Osborne Middleton, and daughter of the late Matthew Harris, M P, East Galway, of a daughter. ---------- MARRIED CHATTERON and GIBBONS - On the 17th June, 1909, Old Sardinian Chapel, Lincoln's innfields, by the Rev Father Daniell, Henry Chatterton, eldest son of Bollen Chatterton, Esq., Demerara, to Alicia Kathleen (Lilly), third daughter of the late Thomas James Gibbons, solicitor, formerly of Lodge Park, Kingstown. (Australian and American papers please copy.) BOWES and KENNEDY - June 16, 1909, at the Pro-Cathederal, Marlborough street, Dublin by the Rev Bernard Bowes, P P, Killinadeema, Loughrea (brother of the bridegroom), and Rev Vincent Finerty, O D C, Clarendon street, Dublin, Joseph, youngest son of the late John Bowes and Mrs. Bowes, Loughrea, to Mary Josephine (Eveleen), eldest daughter of Martin Kennedy, T C, Loughrea, and granddaughter of Patrick Kennedy, J P, Loughrea. FARRAGHER and KEANE - June 17, 1909, at St. Patrick a Roman Catholic Church, Galway, by the Rev Murtagh Farragher, P P, Father Nagle, C C, Lisdoonvarna, Father Lydon, C C, Galway, and Father Cahir. C C, Galway; Thomas Joseph Farragher, Petty Sessions Clerk, Gardenfield House, Hollymount, Co Mayo, to Josephine, daughter of the late Denis Keane, Lisdoonvarna. ---------- DIED FLANAGAN - At her residence, Cortoon, Tuam, on June 21st, 1909, at the age of 29 years, Bridget Flanagan, daughter of John Flanagan, fortified by the rites of Holy Church. Funeral to Cortoon on Wednesday last was largely attended. Deeply regretted. - R.I.P. KELLY - At her residence, Cuilmore, Newport, on 10th June, 1909, Mary Kelly, wife of Martin Kelly, aged 62 years. R.I.P. CLEARY - June 1oth (Feast of Corpus Christi), at Ballycroy, Edward Constantine Cleary - R. I. P. NUGENT - June 22, 1909, Sarah Elizabeth (Bessie), sixth daughter of the late Rev William Nugent, Rector of Ardrahan, Co Galway, Chancellor of Kilmacduagh. ---------- Messrs. MacMillan's popular novels are perhaps the cheapest and best fiction publications. Amongst their tales we notice "The First Violin" and "Misunderstood," both very favourite works of fiction. The books are illustrated and beautifully bound in red cloth cost only 7d. (MacMillan and Co, ST Martin's Street, London, W.C.) ---------- THE TUAM BON-FIRE OF 1859. TO THE EDITOR OF TUAM HERALD DEAR SIR - On or about the night of the 16th June, 1859, the old Monks' School or Monastery, situated on the Ballygaddy Road was destroyed by fire. It appears the lease was up next day, and Bishop Plunkett would not give a renewal as he wanted the house as Protestant Mission House. I well remember seeing the desks and furniture being removed early on the day of the fire - now 50 years ago! A large number of Tuam boys were arrested over the burning but in the words of the old song - "They were sent to Galway Jail, But soon released again By his Lordship Bishop McHale." I also remember seeing several coffins, containing the remains of dead monks, being exhumed from the garden attached to the old monastery. The house was built by the Tuam people. Towards midnight the house was set on fire by the Tuam boys and a sad, but splendid sight it was to us little boys, as we had never seen a house on fire before. I am sure some of the old inhabitants of Tuam could give you more information about it, as I was only a little boy at the time. Yours faithfully, J. E. ---------- PITHY PARS. - Personal, Parochial Provincial and Particular ---------- In the POEM competition in this week's "Irish Packet" Mr. P. J. Durkan, of Tuam, gained a distinction, as did Miss Lillian Johnson, of Kinvars, Miss Mary Quinn, of Newtown, Woodlawn, and Michael Heavy, of Moylough. ---------- The Prize Competition in this week's "Irish Packet" has been awarded Mrs. A K Ruttledge, of Clifden, Co Galway, for a beautiful poem, "The Rose Queen." ---------- We regret to announce the death of Mr. Denis J. Downing ("Doctor Dick"), the well known Irish sporting journalist, which took place on last week. The deceased gentleman began his journalistic career in Cork, and went to Dublin to join the staff of "Sport," subsequently, after the death of Mr. J G Furlong, becoming connected with the "Irish Daily Independent." He along with Mr. M A Hayden, Solr., Ballinasloe, afterwards established the "Sporting Record." Mr. Downing owned several horses, the best being probably Bushford Lsss. Dr. Dick was well known and liked in Tuam. ---------- The Galway Archaeological and Historical Society intend holding an excursion to Clonmacnoise on Tuesday, July 13th. It is arranged to go by rail to Athlone and thence to Clonmacnoise by stream launch, and those who participate in the trip may feel assured of a pleasant outing apart from the fund of interesting researches which Clonmacnoise provides for Archaeologists. ---------- The annual excursion of the Sodality of the Blessed Virgin, attached to the Jesuit Church, Sea Road, Galway, will take place to Hill of Doon, calling at Inchigill on Sunday, June 27th. The excursion is for members of the Sodality only, and tickets which include luncheons, are provided at an exceedingly moderate figure. The s.s. "Fairy Queen" has been specifically chartered for the trip, and a string band has also been engaged. The boat leaves Wood Quay at 9:30 am sharp. ---------- From a copy of the "Cape Times" we find that Mr. Joseph A Cloherty, formerly of Galway, has carried out the satisfaction of the architects, Messr. Blake and Masey, of Cape Town, the building of a new Catholic church at Paaarl, a district in South Africa. Mr Cloherty served his apprenticeship as an architect and builder to a leading firm in Dublin, after which he made South Africa the home of his adoption, and is rapidly climbing the ladder of success. He is the son of the late Mr. Michael Cloherty, a leading merchant of Galway, and brother of Mr. Gerald Cloherty, Clerk of the Crown and Peace, Mr. Michael William Cloherty, of Dominick Street. The many friends of Mr. Joseph A. Cloherty in Galway will be glad to hear of his success in his profession. ---------- A marriage is arranged, and will take place early in August, between Professor R Knox McElderry, University College, Galway, and Margaret, daughter of Rev J. Courtney Clarks, DD Moderator of the General Assembly. ---------- At Maynooth College, Archdeacon Walsh ordained to sub-deaconship the following students: Rev P Garvey, Rev M Carney, Rev J Burke, Tuam ; Rev M. Hyland, Rev J Mitchell, Galway, and Rev. P. Connolly, Clonfert. ---------- We are pleased to see that Mr. Moran, C E, at present doing duty in Omagh, has breen appointed County Surveyor of East Galway. The election lay between him and Mr. Binns, Borough Surveyor, Galway, being the only candidates proposed. Both gentlemen had successfully passed the prescribed examination Mr. Moran was strongly recommended by amongst others Mr. John Fitzgibbon, Chairman of the Roscommon Co Council, while it was argued in Mr. Binns' favour that, as a county man, he was entitled to the preference, other conditions being equal. Mr. A. Patrick Moors, son of Mr. R. A. Moors, of Galway, has recently been ordained to the priesthood at St. Paul's Seminary, Minnesota, by Archbishop Ireland. Father Moors will remain on the mission at St. Paul's. Mr. Patrick F. Loftus, the energetic and capable Secretary of the Galway Industrial Development Association, has resigned, having got an appointment in Wexford. The association has important work in hand at the present time, though not of so arduous a character as the organising of the Industrial Conference and exhibition which formed so large a part of their work in 1908. Jim McNamara British Isles Family History Society - USA, Newsletter Editor http://www.rootsweb.com/~bifhsusa

THE TUAM HERALD, SATURDAY, June 19, 1909 Tuam, Co Galway ---------- BIRTHS CONCONAN - On June 12th, at 6 Gloucester Terrace, Hyde Park, London, the wife of Edmond G. Concanon, D.S.G., of a son. ---------- MARRIED ARMSTROONG and BARRETT - June 5, 1909, at Kenagh Church, Co Longford, by the Rev. P.K. Lyon, Noble, only son of Thomas N. Armstrong, J.P., of Glanmore, Nenagh, to Elizabeth, eldest daughter of Samuel Barrett, J.P., of Ballintava, Co Galway. BRISTOW and KNOX - June 9, 1909, at Ardnaree Church, Ballina, by the Very Rev The Dean of Connor (father of the bridegroom), assisted by Rev J.H.M. Nash, B.A., Rector of the Parish, Harry Jones, to Maud Allthea Dora, daughter of Utred A. Knox, Mount Falcon, Ballina. ---------- DIED McHUGH - Denis McHugh, at Ballybanagher, Ballyglunnin, on Sunday, 13th June, aged 86 years. Interment at Cummer Cemetery on Tuesday, 15th inst. Father W. McHugh officiated at the graveside. DONELAN - At Kilvolan, on 3rd June, 1909, Ellen Donelan, youngest daughter of Thomas Donelan and Kate Donelan. Interment took place at the family burial ground, Donaghpatrick, on 5th June. ---------- Lost - 2p Reward. STRAYED from Castlegrove on Tuiesdau the 8th inst., a black cocker Spaniel. Owner's name on collar. Reward given for information conderning same. - Lewin. ---------- DEATH OF MISS ELLEN DONELAN, KILVOLAN, CAHERLISTRANE. We deeply regret to announce the demise of the above-named young lady on Thursday, 3rd June, at the early age of 16 years. Deceased was ailing for only a brief period, and her premature taking oil has evoked the sympathy and sorrow of every one who enjoyed the pleasure of knowing her ; and out to her bereaved parents and relatives goes the sincere condolence of their many friends and neighbours. Miss Donelan was a universal favourite, and her death has left a void not easily to be filled. The internment took place at Donaghpatrick on Saturday, 5th June, the funeral cortege comprising a very large and representative number of the people of the district. Father Heaney, C.C., was ministering to deceased during her illness, officiated at the graveside, and the child mourners were : Thomas Donelan (father), Kate Donelan (mother), Michael, Thomas, Patrick (brothers), Mary (sister), - R.I.P. ---------- PITH PARS. - Personal, Parochial Provincial and Particular ---------- We perceive that Part V. of Popular and Patriotic Poetry so carefully compiled by Mr. R. J. Kelly, B.L., has just been issued by the Catholic Truth Society. It contains a number of excellent pieces, such as Shemus O'Brien, the Boys of Wexford (lately revised by Dr Joyce), Tadhg O'Donoghue, and other rare patriotic poems, which should be better known. ---------- Second Lieutenant Ivor G. W. Horder, has been appointed to the 3rd Battalion (Galway Militia) to fill a vacancy in the establishment. The Battalion has vacancies yet for eight lieutenants and six second lieutenants. ---------- Capt. James McNally, of the Connaught Rangers, who has for a long term of years been stationed at Renmore Barracks, has been promoted to the rank of Major. ---------- Ex. Head-constable Mack, R I C, who had for years been stationed in Galway West Riding, was found dead in his bedroom on last Monday morning with a bullet wound in his head. Deceased, who was 69, retired from the force in 11890, and at the time of the sad occurrence was living at 42 Willowbank street, Belfast. ---------- Ballagh, otherwise Ballagh-na-Brugha, is derived from Brugha, i.e. a palace obscured from the public view. Within the environs of its picturesque hills, studded with a beautiful growth of hawthorn, are two raths of very large dimensions traditionally said to have been the abode of a Tuatha de Danaan king. Ballagh West, which is in the vicinity of Dunnmore, is now the oldest family seat in that parish. It has been transmitted to the Lynch family through lineal descent for several centuries. It is a branch of the ancient Lynch patrimony of Tobarroe, Kilconly, and Orannagh, Mayo. The former is in possession of members of the Lynch family to the present day. Orannagh was sold by Michael Lynch, of Toberroe, over a century ago. The Lynches originally belonged to Merlin Park, Galway. That property was confiscated for their having fought for the Stuarts on the Catholic and Irish side in the Confederate army in the wars against the Puritans, 1641-'49. The Lynches were replaced in Merlin Park by a family of the name of Blake. ---------- Under the patronage of The Most Rev Dr McCormack D D, the Committee of the Galway Gaelic League have decided to hold their Feis in the County Hall, Galway, on 11th and 12th August next. ---------- Thomas Carr, who was at the last Ballinssloe Petty Sessions, sentenced to three months' imprisonment for a brutal assault on his wife Mary Anne Carr, absconded from the Workhouse, where he was an inmate, on hearing of the sentence, and has not yet been found, notwithstanding the fact that the police are scouring the country for him. ---------- The young man, Veldon, who is charged in connection with the robbery from Claremorris railway station is still confined in prison. The second man implicated in the larcenry, and who took to the country when the alarm was raised, is still at large. Mr. W. J. Devlin, solicitor, Claremorris, has been engaged to defend Veldon. ---------- The death is very much regretted at Galway of Mother Mary Magdalen Golding, the Superioress of the Proaentation (?) Convent, which occurred at an advanced age. Deceased, who was a native of Shrule, celebrated her golden jubilee only a few weeks ago. She had been elected Rev Mother of the Convent no less than seven times. ---------- Lady Philippe Waithman left Merlin Park for London to present her daughter Mrs. Page Croft, on her marriage, at Court. ---------- At Ballina Petty Sessions on the 8th instant, the Master of the ss. Ephraim, of Fleetwood, was prosecuted by the Department of Agriculture and Technical Instruction for Ireland for trawling in Lacken Bay, in contravention of the Departments'' bye-law. A fine of 100 P, with 25p, 4s 2d costs was imposed. ---------- The Very Rev P J Lally, P P, V F, presided at an indignation meeting in Galway to protest against the action of Colonel O'Hara in refusing the citizens permission to re-erect a spring-board for bathing purposes at Blackrockk, Salthill. It was determined to form a Citizens' Committee to fight the matter at law. ---------- Mr. George Keogh, J P, D L, of Greevagh, Co Sligo, died a few days ago. ---------- Mr. W. Pierce, of the Bank of Ireland, Galway, is promoted agent at Boyle, in succession to Mr. Lamphler, who is promoted to Gorey. ---------- On the occasion of his resignation from the office of Postmaster, Mr B. J. McDonnell, Loughrea, has received a beautifully illuminated address the work of Miss M. Fitzpatrick, Dublin, from the staff of the Loughrea Post Office and sub-offices in the district.

I am looking for anyone researching Regan that may have the following family listed; James B. ABT 1815 Catherine B. ABT. 1815 Children: Patrick B. ABT 1839 John B. ABT 1841 Sabina B. ABT 1842 They came to to US in 1850 on ship Ellen leaving from Liverpool. This is where I got the info about births dates. Any info will be appreciated. Dottie

Marguerite, The first name you are looking for is Festus. It was fairly common in Connemara particularly along the western seaboard, although rare now. The Iirish version is more likely to be used. Festy/ Festie was the diminutive version version used. Irish version of Festus - Feichín. Feichin was a 6th century saint. The name is popular in Nigeria and Botswana but this may relate to Festus who was procurator of Judea 60-62 AD Maire james.agnew@att.net wrote: Hello List My grandfather, Christopher Cloherty, was born in County Galway mid 1840's. He married Mary Cosgrove in US and they had 13 children. On two of his children's baptisimal certificates he is listed as FUSTES Cloherty and FESTO Cloherty. Would FUSTES and FESTO be nicknames for Christopher? On their marriage certificate he is listed as JUSTINE. Thanks for any help. Marguerite ==== IRL-GALWAY Mailing List ==== Join an Ireland list that discusses Irish genealogy, history, and culture. http://lists.rootsweb.com/index/intl/IRL/IRELAND.html ============================== Census images 1901, 1891, 1881 and 1871, plus so much more. Ancestry.com's United Kingdom & Ireland Collection. Learn more: http://www.ancestry.com/s13968/rd.ashx --------------------------------- How much free photo storage do you get? Store your holiday snaps for FREE with Yahoo! Photos. Get Yahoo! Photos

Hello List My grandfather, Christopher Cloherty, was born in County Galway mid 1840's. He married Mary Cosgrove in US and they had 13 children. On two of his children's baptisimal certificates he is listed as FUSTES Cloherty and FESTO Cloherty. Would FUSTES and FESTO be nicknames for Christopher? On their marriage certificate he is listed as JUSTINE. Thanks for any help. Marguerite

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Earlier this month, I had the pleasure of meeting Tim Robinson (who is responsible for the fine Connemara "folding landscapes" map on the Connemara website, at: > http://www.connemara.net/map/index.html <) at his shop in Roundstone. He's at the Old Quay there (down the steep drive, park car, walk through large iron gates at end of row, first door on the left). He has various items available (maps, for me, of course). The one which might be of most interest to Galway listers is his imminent production of a CD of "The Placelore of Roundstone Parish". This CD is described on his website at > http://www.iol.ie/~tandmfl/ <. Click on the "News from Folding Landscapes" link. This sounds like quite a CD for those with interest in the quite-large Roundstone parish (840 placenames, for starters). He told me ti will be available "soon". And I saw some of the printed work for the CD, so I think it will be issued soon. His website will tell all. Pete Schermerhorn, in the glorious Berkshire hills of western Massachusetts

As I slipped and stumbled through the darkness I suddenly felt myself falling. That is when I started to panic. I flailed around trying to grasp for anything that might slow my fall and then out of nowhere a hand caught hold of mine and stabilized what I knew would most certainly be my having been swallowed by the vast pit beneath me. My legs began kicking around as I tried to plant my feet on something solid and then suddenly my foot took hold. The hand held fast to my own and I clung to it praying that it would not let go as it drew me up ever so slowly and it enabled me to began to crawl out of what I considered would be my ever lasting tomb. Once I reached solid ground, a sliver of light shone through the walls of the cavern into which I had stumbled. That is when I caught hold of the shadow of the being that had held my hand throughout my whole perilous ordeal. As the words of gratitude began to stammer out of my trembling lips I tried to give thanks as best as I could to that someone who had given me such great assistance and brought me back to what I had thought would be my most certain doom. That is when the shadowy figure turned and began to fade into the darkness that surrounded both of us. As the figure moved away, I saw it's head turn and the words tumbled back to where I was left standing completely exhausted and shaking. "No problem, Mate. Always glad to help a fellow genealogist." Thomas J. Crane Copyright (C) 2005 All rights Reserved

> Fellow genealogists...... > Please read and sign the petition referenced below that I received from the > New England Historic Genealogical Society....... > Thanks > Marcie > > NHPRC Funding in Danger of Elimination > > The National Historical Publications and Records Commission (NHPRC) is the > grant-making arm of the National Archives and Records Administration. > Through the course of four decades, the Commission has awarded $153 million > to thousands of archives, colleges and universities, and individuals to > preserve and publish important historical records that document non-Federal > American history. President Bush's budget recommends that all grant funding > and staff support for NHPRC be eliminated in the next fiscal year. > > Such an event would vastly decrease the preservation, let alone the > availability, of records for genealogical research. For more information on > how this will impact genealogists, and how you can help, visit the FGS/NGS > Records Preservation and Access Committee at > http://www.fgs.org/rpa/formalactions.htm. More details can also be found on > a website developed to dissemination information specifically on this issue > at http://www.savearchives.org. NEHGS will be taking signatures to save the > NHPRC at its booth at the NGS conference in Nashville (see story above). > > ********************************** > > >

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Hi! Currently researching Owen Sheridan from Townland of Laughil, Co. Galway. He was born about 1818-1821 to John Sheridan and Eleanore Quinn. Owen's wife was Mary Munroe/Monroe, born 8-7-1827 in Tuam, Co. Galway to Patrick Munroe/Monroe and Margaret Keane. Would like to connect with other studying these families. Many thanks! Joni

I thought it would be good if I did a little each night? Since this list is so long that I found. Michael Walsh m Mary Faherty children of them are: Patrick b 1881 m Susanna Goggins(Pat & Sue born in Galway) Susanna b 1893 children of them are: John m Doris Bouchard Harry m Helen Shields Ray m Denise Healy Alfred not married Michael b 1892 m catherine Goggins (both born in Galway) m in NY Catherine b 1882........my grandparents! Lots of years between them! children of them are: Agnes Clara b 2/25/1909 in NY m John Taylor Katherine Teresa b 10/12/1910 m Marty McIntyre in NY, divoirced, them m Jim Allen . Michael Joseph b 5/16/1914 m Loretta ? (will get her last name) Gertrude Muriel b 3/30/1921 m Arthur Rogan (MY PARENTS) Arthur b in Scotland in 1918. Arthur's parents are: James Rogan & Mary Mckenna Rogan's are from IReland. James left to find work in Scotland. I have lots more to write, will do each night! ;-) thank you, Michele

Hi Nancy, Ballymoe town is in County Galway but not too far from the Roscommon border. Someone once told me that at one time before the borders were changed, Ballymoe was considered to be in Co. Roscommon but I've never taken the time to prove that nor do I know the date that it happened. Happy hunting. Joanne.

Hi All, I have a Walter Faherty m Mae Early on 1/15/1908 in Brooklyn NY Walter-is a cousin to my grandfather Michael Walsh. Michael Walsh parents are: Michael Walsh & Mary Faherty I found my grandmother's papers, and she has a lot of births,marriage's,deaths written down. So I'm pretty excited about this. all from Galway, I'm all most certain of that. I also see I have a Michael Faherty, died in 1907. Thanks, Michele

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I am seeking information on Patrick Martin. I find him on the Ellis Island list and he is from Ballymoe. I have also found my uncle Francis Martin on a ship manifest and he is from Ballymoe, Co Galway. I am confused about the towns and baronies. I understand Ballymoe could be in either Roscommon or Galway. Patrick Martin can to the US 5 years before coming through Ellis Island and at that time he was from Frenchpark, Roscommon. Any suggestions as to how I may sort this out would be appreciated. Nancy