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Letter from Thomas S. Duggan, County Surveyor, to the Secretary, Banagher Parish Council regarding the provision of fire appliances for the town of Banagher and stating that nothing can be done until money is available.
This scrapbook comprises mostly of pasted in newspaper clippings on a diverse range of topics. It includes, for example an account of visit to Banagher Boys National School of Rev Dr Monaghan, PP, Dean of Ardagh and Clonmacnoise. There is a printed petition to Great Southern and Western Railways regarding proposed discontinuance of services from Banagher to Clara, and several published letters relating to promotion of Banagher Great Fair. Includes also, letter dated 15th May 1906 on the importance of compulsory education and account of the funeral of the Rev. M. J. Moore S. J. in October 1936.
Minute book of Banagher Bicycle and Athletic Club dealing with matters such as procuring a field for the holding of an athletic sprts day (29th May 1895) and printing of the rules of the club (12th June 1895). Newspaper reports of event pasted in.
Undated printed notice of Banagher Bicycle and Athletic Club stating that the annual sports have been fixed for Tuesday 17th July and requesting patronage and support.
Printed 'Rules of the Banagher Bicycle & Athletic Club' for season 1900-1901 in booklet form. States that the object and aim of the club is to promote cycling and other healthy outdoor exercises including the game of handball.