I'm planning on doing a unique report on Ireland for my high school to tie in with my genealogy search, can anyone help with good books, sites or movies? I wanted to center on the history of the areas my ancestors came from but mostly find Real Estate info on Frenchpark and Castlerea areas. Thank you kindly, Timothy McGarry --------------------------------- Do You Yahoo!? Sign-up for Video Highlights of 2002 FIFA World Cup

Davenport Democrat Davenport, Scott, Iowa Sep 4, 1925 S. O'CONNOR, PIONEER OF CITY, CALLED Resident of Davenport for Over 70 Years Dies at the Age of 90 Stephen O'Connor, a pioneer resident of Davenport, having resided here for over 70 years, died at his home, 430 West Pleasant street, at 6 o'clock Thursday evening. His death terminated an illness of the past two weeks, altho he had been ailing for some time. Mr. O'Connor was born in County Roscommon, Ireland, on Dec. 20, 1834, having reached the age of 90 years. He came to America when 15 years of age and had been a resident her for over 70 years. In spite of his advanced years Mr. O'Connor was a good conversationalist and his genial kindly disposition made for him a host of friends which he kept during his life time. For over 30 years he was employed at the French & Hecht company. The deceased was united in marriage in 1858 to Miss Mary Heeney in the old St. Margaret's church, which now is known as Sacred Heart cathedral. His wife died 43 years ago. Surviving are one son, John J. O'Connor and two daughters, Elizabeth A. O'Connor and Mrs. Ellen Priest, all of Davenport. He is also survived by 18 grandchildren and six great grandchildren. The funeral will be held from the late residence, 430 West Pleasant street, at 9 a.m. Saturday to St. Anthony's church at 9:45 a.m. Interment will be in St. Marguerite's cemetery. Cathy Joynt Labath The Irish in Iowa http://www.celticcousins.net/irishiniowa/index.htm Scott Co, IA USGenWeb Project http://www.celticcousins.net/paloalto/index.htm

Hi I am trying to locate the family of Michael Kelly who emigrated to mid Cheshire, almost certainly from Roscommon. In Cheshire he married a Margaret Callaghan almost certainly from Westport/Castlebar in Mayo. I believe that Michael, born between 1825 & 1833 had a father also called Michael and may have had a brother and sister of similar ages called Patrick and Mary. Not much to go on, but any help would be appreciated Regards Tony Barratt

I'm looking for my g-g-g-grandmother MARY FINN of Fuerty and her husband EDWARD CARTY of Donamon and their children , JOHN, BRIDGET, PATRICK, ELLEN and GEORGE CARTY who would have been alive in those years in Co. Roscommon. It would be wonderful if you should find them. Anita

Peter, thanks for the info. Anita

Hello everyone, I have just joined this list and am looking for information on Daniel WHELAN and his wife Elizabeth nee Healey. I know of two of their children - Francis born c.1833 and Catherine born c.1832. Francis and Catherine emigrated to Australia in 1856. I would love to hear from anyone with information on this family. Many thanks. Maureen Whelan Queensland, Australia _________________________________________________________________ MSN Photos is the easiest way to share and print your photos: http://photos.msn.com/support/worldwide.aspx

ADMIN Forward! Maureen's messages are bouncing as {not a subscriber}. Remember! RootsWeb Lists are closed lists. You must be subscribed to post & receive mail. If you're not a subscriber, change your email address, your ISP changes domain names or if you're seeing one of these notices on a message *you* posted, there is a problem with your list subscription. Contact me off-list for resolution. [Please copy Original Sender in any reply. Thanks.] -- Kathleen, List Admin [ Administration@KathleensKorner.net ] ======================================================== ----- Original Message ----- From: "Maureen Hatfield" <maureen02@attbi.com> To: <IRL-ROSCOMMON-L@rootsweb.com> Sent: Friday, June 14, 2002 9:54 AM Subject: {not a subscriber} Higgins/Cannon > Hi, I just joined this list and would like to ask if anyone would know if the names Higgins and Cannon are known around Roscommon at all? GGgrandfather, Thomas Higgins circa 1830's, married to Margaret Burke had a son Patrick, circa 1854. Pat emigrated to Boston in 1870, married Margaret Cannon in 1874. Her parents were Michael Cannon and Bridget Joyce. Any information would be so greatly appreciated. Thanks > Maureen

Anita, Look at www.celticlinks.com You must have a map of any area that you are working on or planning to visit.It does take a few weeks for them to ship, so order in advance. Slan Go Foill' Peter -----Original Message----- From: Macar1@aol.com [mailto:Macar1@aol.com] Sent: Monday, June 17, 2002 7:55 PM To: IRL-ROSCOMMON-L@rootsweb.com Subject: Re: [Roscom'n] Which road to Ballyfeeney Pete, what Discovery map would I need for: Fuerty, Castleplunkett, Donamon/Dunamon, Ballydooley, and Creggs in Roscommon? And where in the U.S. can you order it?Anita

Would be delighted to find references to any Donnelly, Brennan, Cochrane and/or Fitzgerald names in your small book. thanks, nancy in CA

These are extracts from the 'ROSCOMMON WEEKLY' (MESSENGER) 1848-1854. I hope they will help someone in trying to locate an ancestor. BEIRNE: Died on Monday the 19th inst. Thomas, eldest son of Mr. R. Beirne of Frenchpark..June 24, 1854. DILLON died on tuesday the 4th inst. in the 33rd year of her age, Mary the wife of Mr. Thomas Dillon on Frenchpark...july 8, 1854 BEECH..died, with much regret we have to announce the demise in this town of Mr. John. B. Beeche, which took place at 4 O'clock this morning. This melancholy event was bought on by fever incurred in the assidous discharge of Mr. Beeche's duties as a member of the visiting committee of the workhouse..July 8, 1854. #(sometimes the spelling is impossible to make out) FRENCH-BURKE married on thursday 27th inst. at the chapel of CREEVENULTY, by the Rev. Mr. Rush, Robert French, Esq. of Tallyhoe lodge, to B Delia (?), eldest daughter of Patrick Burke (?) Esq, of Boxford..July 29, 1854. If there is any request I will be happy to look them up...this is a small booklet...and hard at times to make out the spelling of the words. Here is a list of some of the names: DUFFY-WALLACE-McCARTHY- PETRE-KEY-PEEBLE-BURKE-CONWAY-GREHEAN-HARRISON-FINN-LITTLE-BIGDY/HAWKES-FERGUSON/GOULDSBURY-SYMOUR/RUSSELL/BAKER-KEMMINS-TRENCH-KELLY/DOWELL-BROOKES-STRANG-MCDNAGH/KELLY/MCGREEVY-DREW/CATER/CATOR-FROBES/MACPHERSON/CAMPBELL-FLANAGAN/'LOUGHLIN-BEECH-NAGTEN-CALLAGHAN-ROYCROFT-SHIEL/WHELAN/REGAN. Jackie~Ca.

I think I did exactly what you told me to do and when I typed in "newspaper extract" the response sid there was no such list. Help. Virginia ----- Original Message ----- From: <IRL-ROSCOMMON-D-request@rootsweb.com> To: <IRL-ROSCOMMON-D@rootsweb.com> Sent: Saturday, June 15, 2002 7:01 PM Subject: IRL-ROSCOMMON-D Digest V02 #53

Hello Virginia, I do not know how much you understand so forgive me if you know all this. Also I noticed I miss spelled Newspaper in a few cases by leaving out the s, might be better to put Athlone in instead. http://lists.rootsweb.com/ Click on Ireland Click on Roscommon or any other site that looks interesting. On any page you choose. Go to the bottom of that page and you will see SEARCH or BROWSE archives Click on SEARCH On the Query box type in the name you want to search. You will have to click on each of the years the mailing list has been around then click search. If you need more help let me know. Happy Hunting Rosemarie California ----- Original Message ----- From: Virginia ONeil To: IRL-ROSCOMMON-L@rootsweb.com Sent: Tuesday, June 18, 2002 5:58 AM Subject: [Roscom'n] Newspaper extract I think I did exactly what you told me to do and when I typed in "newspaper extract" the response sid there was no such list. Help. Virginia ----- Original Message ----- From: <IRL-ROSCOMMON-D-request@rootsweb.com> To: <IRL-ROSCOMMON-D@rootsweb.com> Sent: Saturday, June 15, 2002 7:01 PM Subject: IRL-ROSCOMMON-D Digest V02 #53 ==== IRL-ROSCOMMON Mailing List ==== This List is dedicated to County Roscommon, Ireland. If you have a problem, question, need direction or to report a virus, please contact Kathleen off-list at Administration@KathleensKorner.net. Thanks. ============================== To join Ancestry.com and access our 1.2 billion online genealogy records, go to: http://www.ancestry.com/rd/redir.asp?targetid=571&sourceid=1237

For those researching the area of Athlone, and can't find anything regarding the census. You might want to try the local library. There's a Mr. O'Brien there and he made copies for me for the census records of the time I required. It's only 10 cent a copy. Actually he didn't charge me..but, I would recommend that you send acouple of dollars at least. He will make copies for you. He's a wonderful gentleman...and very helpful (self address envelope...but, he 'has' to put have an Ireland stamp as it's going OUT of his country:-). Also if you know your ancestors were born in Athlone, Co Westmeath, you might want to write to Patsy Norton, there again send some $ as she has access to the records at St.Peter's church there. I found my g.g.grndparents in there. The records are in a room behind the pulpit. Large Red books..she holds them while you 'view' the records. They are most helpful. Att: Patsy Norton, St.Peter's & Paul's on Church Street. Athlone, Co. Westmeath, Ireland. That should do it. The library is across the street from the church and sits on Church St. as well. Good luck. Jackie~Ca. ----- Original Message ----- From: <IRL-ROSCOMMON-D-request@rootsweb.com> To: <IRL-ROSCOMMON-D@rootsweb.com> Sent: Monday, June 17, 2002 9:00 PM Subject: IRL-ROSCOMMON-D Digest V02 #55

ADMIN Forward! Josi's messages are bouncing as {not a subscriber}. Remember! If you change email address, your ISP changes domain names or you're seeing one of these notices on a message *you* posted, there is a problem with your list subscription, contact me off-list for resolution. [Reply to list and copy Original Sender in reply. Thanks.] -- Kathleen, List Admin [ Administration@KathleensKorner.net ] ======================================================== ----- Original Message ----- From: <seosimhin@btopenworld.com> To: <irl-roscommon-l@rootsweb.com> Sent: Wednesday, June 05, 2002 5:07 AM Subject: {not a subscriber} NOT...a look up > Anyone............... > That has the Griffiths on CD...NOT a look up! > please will someone tell this ancient crone > how to extract all the Thomas Geoghegan's > from everywhere on it ....into one sock( as it were) > as I prefer a hard copy. > please.........speak slowly > you know how it is.....grin > Thank you > > Josi > My newsletters, including Volume nine, are at: > www.jgeoghegan.org.uk > and at: > www.btinternet.com/~finty/ > >

Pete, what Discovery map would I need for: Fuerty, Castleplunkett, Donamon/Dunamon, Ballydooley, and Creggs in Roscommon? And where in the U.S. can you order it?Anita

Hello That's how it's been looking for our grand father Some times I think He just Don't what to be found? Maybe some one could see if there a Joseph Coughlin or Catherine Coughlin 1901 census all he had is Athlone We send to West Meath Family center they could not find our Joseph Our I last hope is Roscommon Thank You so much For Your Time Eileen

1861 to 1891 do not exist for Ireland, having been destroyed by government order. 1901 and 1911 are the only complete Census records. Ellen Gmceileen@aol.com wrote: >Hello >Thank you so much >I a talking of the 1880 census for Ireland >Our grand father said he was born in Athlone Ireland but we were not able to >find him? We think he was born 1878 or so by looking for his father and >mother we may have some luck? >Thank you so much for your time >Eileen > > >==== IRL-ROSCOMMON Mailing List ==== >County Roscommon: http://www.rootsweb.com/~irlros/ >Leitrim/Roscommon: http://www.leitrim-roscommon.com/ >County Leitrim: http://www.rootsweb.com/~irllet/ > >============================== >To join Ancestry.com and access our 1.2 billion online genealogy records, go to: >http://www.ancestry.com/rd/redir.asp?targetid=571&sourceid=1237 > > __________________________________________________________________ Your favorite stores, helpful shopping tools and great gift ideas. Experience the convenience of buying online with Shop@Netscape! http://shopnow.netscape.com/ Get your own FREE, personal Netscape Mail account today at http://webmail.netscape.com/

Thanks ----- Original Message ----- From: <Gmceileen@aol.com> To: <IRL-ROSCOMMON-L@rootsweb.com> Sent: Monday, June 17, 2002 3:21 PM Subject: Re: [Roscom'n] Census Look Up 1880 > Hello Maureen > We have been looking for our Grandfather for a few years with no luck > He has down he from Athlone but we are not able to find him? > We can't find a birth CERT One time for his mothers name he had Catherine > Bracken next time he has Catherine Thomas? > We got back to 1903 when he married our grand mother but that's in England > See if you can find your family on the census if you know where they were > liveing > Some years are indexand some are not > Hope you are lucky > Take Care > Eileen > > > ==== IRL-ROSCOMMON Mailing List ==== > ~~ The List GOLDEN RULE ~~ > Keep to genealogy, history, anything ancestor! Keep it clean & cool. > Treat others as you want them to treat you...Positively *NO* selling! > > ============================== > To join Ancestry.com and access our 1.2 billion online genealogy records, go to: > http://www.ancestry.com/rd/redir.asp?targetid=571&sourceid=1237 >

Hello Maureen We have been looking for our Grandfather for a few years with no luck He has down he from Athlone but we are not able to find him? We can't find a birth CERT One time for his mothers name he had Catherine Bracken next time he has Catherine Thomas? We got back to 1903 when he married our grand mother but that's in England See if you can find your family on the census if you know where they were liveing Some years are indexand some are not Hope you are lucky Take Care Eileen

Hello Thank you so much I a talking of the 1880 census for Ireland Our grand father said he was born in Athlone Ireland but we were not able to find him? We think he was born 1878 or so by looking for his father and mother we may have some luck? Thank you so much for your time Eileen