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CSO/RP/OR/1828/581

Letter from HW Thompson, Local Superintendent, Westmeath Constabulary Office, Mullingar, [County Westmeath], to William Gregory, Under Secretary, noting that Bryan Kelly is prepared to swear an affidavit against individuals in an unspecified outrage case; adding that he is doubtful if the offences are indictable under the ‘Whiteboy Act’ and seeking legal opinion on the matter. Adding that Kelly could not live in safety in Ireland if the prosecution went ahead. Includes legal opinion of Richard W Greene, stating that one of the offences comes under the act and is a fit case for prosecution.

21 Jun 1828

1828

CSO/RP/OR/1828/582

Letter from James Tandy, Millbank House, Naas, [County Kildare], to William Gregory, Under Secretary, concerning an arson attack on the home of Martin Toomey, a farmer residing in Ballysize, County Wicklow. Noting that a previous tenant, named Michael Legro, was similarly targeted and as a result surrendered the farm to the landlord, Mr Coogan. Adding that Maj Hornidge, magistrate, assisted him in his investigation of the outrage.

7 Jun 1828

1828

CSO/RP/OR/1828/583

Letter from John Tuite, Bandon, [County Cork], to William Gregory, Under Secretary, reporting that there were no processions in his town on the 1st or 12th of July. Adding that the Provost [of Bandon] has had to manage the ‘warm feeling’ between the different parties following the Clare Election.

14 Jul 1828

1828

CSO/RP/OR/1828/584

Letter from Henry Robert Carden, Daniel J Webb and James Butler, magistrates, Templemore, [County Tipperary], [probably to Henry William Paget, Lord Lieutenant], transmitting copies of dispositions concerning incidents in [Borrisoleigh] and suggesting that [John Norris], the ‘very mischievous Schoolmaster’ be prosecuted by the Chief Magistrates of Police; suggesting that the police force in the area be augmented; includes legal opinion of Richard W Greene, concluding that there is not a sufficient case against Norris. Includes affidavit of William Hardy, stating that he has been abused and threatened by Norris, schoolmaster, whom he accuses of wearing a green sash in public and giving disloyal toasts in favour of Daniel O’Connell in a public house. Also similar affidavits of Abbott Lewis, smith and John Parker, constable.

14 Jul 1828-15 Jul 1828

1828

CSO/RP/OR/1828/585

Letter from T Pepper, Chief Constable, Toomevara, [County Tipperary], to Maj Carter, reporting on an attack made on the constabulary following their removal of a ballad singer from the barrack’s door during which one of the attackers was shot. Also covering letter from Samson Carter, Cashel, [County Tipperary], to William Gregory, Under Secretary, noting that Mr Wilson is to hold an investigation. Also letters from Edward Wilson, Thurles, [County Tipperary], to Gregory, reporting that Patrick Gleeson was shot by Patrick [Troley], sub constable and observing that the police ‘do not get fair play in Common Inquests in this County’; adding that the constables are to be removed to another station; includes annotation expressing surprise that the constables are to be moved.

29 Jul 1828-7 Aug 1828

1828

CSO/RP/OR/1828/586

Also letter from Richard Sadlier, Williamstown Castle, Blackrock, [County Dublin], to William Gregory, Under Secretary, reporting on a procession of several hundred persons dressed in ‘white shirts and green Hat bands’ in Tipperary in support of Daniel O’Connell and stating the need for military reinforcements in that county. Also statement signed by eight magistrates of the barony of Clanwilliam, claiming that the military force in Tipperary is inadequate. Also related letter from William Sadlier, magistrate, Sadlierswells, Tipperary, to unidentified recipient. Also letter from James Roe, magistrate, Tipperary, to Gregory, also expressing concern about the thousands who meet weekly for large processions accompanied by music and flags and noting that the force in Tipperary town consists of only 40 men from the 62nd Regiment and 20 constables. Includes annotation from [Henry William Paget, Lord Lieutenant] suggesting that it would not be advisable to interfere ‘when no breach of the Peace is committed’.

31 Jul 1828-6 Aug 1828

1828

CSO/RP/OR/1828/587

Affidavit of William Dettick, constable, sworn before magistrates of the Tomgraney district, County Clare, claiming that Rev McCormack, catholic coadjutor parish priest of Scariff, used threatening and abusive language against him, the police of Ennis and the government, during the Clare Election; claiming that three respectable catholics, Allen McCarthy, Thomas Mooney and David Flannery observed that McCormack was drunk when uttering such language. Also covering letter from Hugh B Huleatt, magistrate, Tomgraney, to William Gregory, Under Secretary, seeking legal advice on what charges can be brought and noting that there are provincial branches of the Roman Catholic Association established in Ennis and Scariff, which are chaired by priests; includes legal opinion of Richard W Greene, noting that there is nothing tangible for a prosecution in the case.

28 Jul 1828-29 Jul 1828

1828

CSO/RP/OR/1828/588

Letter from James Tandy, Millbank House, Naas, [County Kildare], to William Gregory, Under Secretary, transmitting monthly reports [not extant] for County Kildare and the Western Division of County Wicklow and noting that nothing of a serious or political nature occurred during the period.

1 Aug 1828

1828

CSO/RP/OR/1828/589

Affidavits of a number of constables, sworn before magistrates sitting at Tipperary Petty Sessions, reporting on the arrest and subsequent escape of William McCormick from police custody following an attack made on the police by a large crowd; includes affidavits of Robert Callaghan, Richard Carden, Patrick Sweeney, Christopher White, Thomas Lonnergan, Sgt Philip Cleary and Arthur Mulholland; mentioning Edward Reardon, gaoler and John McCormick, publican. Also letter from William Massey, magistrate, Tipperary, to William Gregory, Under Secretary, noting that two of the assailants have been arrested and wishing to know if they can be held without bail. Includes legal opinion of John Doherty, Solicitor General, noting that the men can be charged under the 2 Geo 4th c88 [Rescue Act of 1821] which carries the penalty of seven years transportation.

21 Aug 1828-23 Aug 1828

1828

CSO/RP/OR/1828/590

Affidavit of Patrick Carroll, Chief Constable, Borrisoleigh, County Tipperary, claiming that 10000 individuals, 2000 of whom were mounted with green sashes, marched in military order through his town; observing that many flags and a large black cross were carried; stating that James Kirby and Edward Ryan, outlaws were amongst those present; noting that Kelly, leader of the ‘Magpie Party’ and Ryan, leader of the ‘Resoultys’ were reconciled during the events and that further marches are planned for Holycross, Thurles and Templemore. Includes legal opinion of John Doherty, Solicitor General, noting that such an assembly is illegal and that those involved could be prosecuted, but adding that he would not recommend attempts to disperse such crowds. Also covering letter from Henry Robert Carden, Daniel J Webb, James Butler and John Trant, magistrates, Templemore, [County Tipperary], to Francis Leveson Gower, Chief Secretary, noting that Carroll has suggested that the motivation for such displays is ‘open rebellion’ and not reconciliation of factions; adding that Carroll is a catholic and is not prone to exaggeration.

27 Aug 1828-28 Aug 1828

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