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CSO/RP/1828/531

Memorial of Daniel Molone, [?Ballyvartla], Scariff, County Clare, to the Lords Justices of Ireland, complaining that Patrick O’Brien of Granacraggy, who was married to his daughter Mary Malone, has turned her and her family out. Claiming that in order to disinherit his wife and children, O’Brien has levelled his own house and fraudulently signed his land over to his brother Darby O’Brien. Seeking police protection in order to recover possessions which he has successfully sued for. Also letter from Henry Townsend, Chief Constable, Tomgrany Petty Sessions, to Maj Warburton, Inspector General of Police, reporting on his investigation of the case and noting that O’Brien went into debt through gambling on cards.

14 Feb 1828-14 Apr 1828

1828

CSO/RP/1828/532

Petition of Francis Savage, Thomastown, Portaferry, [County Down], to Henry William Paget, Lord Lieutenant, seeking a position in the Excise Department, waterguards or police.

12 Apr 1828

1828

CSO/RP/1828/533

Letters from Edward Wilson, Thurles, [County Tipperary], to William Gregory, seeking compensation for Bartholomew Malcoy, shoemaker and Patrick Corcoran who provided evidence against four men who were convicted of burglary, namely Daniel Gleeson, Michael Kearney, John Cullaugh and Patrick Fogarty. Noting that Malcoy is prepared to relocate to Cashel while Corcoran might be a candidate for the constabulary.

16 Apr 1828-5 May 1828

1828

CSO/RP/1828/534

Memorial of William Scollard, mason, Stagmount, Newmarket, County Cork, to Henry William Paget, Lord Lieutenant, seeking assistance to move his family to England or America having testified against John McAuliffe, who has been executed for the murder of Daniel Curtin. Stating that his life is in danger and that he has been refused employment. Noting that the mob who killed Curtin were led by Charles Coller, brother of Timothy Coller, who was executed for the murder of Mr Brereton at Millstreet. Also letter from Matthew Barrington, Dublin, to William Gregory, Under Secretary, noting that Scollard’s evidence might be useful in a forthcoming trial.

23 Apr 1828-5 Apr 1828

1828

CSO/RP/1828/535

Petition of Mary Murphy, Tullaroan, Kilkenny, to William Lamb, Chief Secretary, seeking assistance to allow her travel to New South Wales, [Australia] where her husband, Martin Murphy, has been transported. Noting that her husband is currently employed by John McArthur. Also covering letter from Hans Caulfield, Kilmanagh, Kilkenny, to William Lamb, Chief Secretary, recommending that she be granted her request.

18 Apr 1828-21 Apr 1828

1828

CSO/RP/1828/536

Petition of the landholders of the parish of Templetoher, Dunmore, County Galway, to Henry William Paget, Lord Lieutenant, objecting to the charge which has been levied on their parish following the decision of the Grand Jury at Galway Assizes to compensate William McLoughlin for the drowning of 23 sheep in that parish. Seeking a rehearing of the case. Signed by Michael Sweeney, Beagh, Dunmore on behalf of the parishioners. Includes legal opinion of Richard W Greene, noting that the government cannot interfere in this case.

23 Apr 1828

1828

CSO/RP/1828/537

Letter from H Townsend, Irish Fishery Office, to William Gregory, Under Secretary, enclosing a statement from William Ogilvie seeking aid from the commissioners for proposed improvements to Ardglass Harbour, [County Down] and correcting an error in Ogilvie’s calculations. Includes statement commenting on Mr Rennie’s report and noting the commercial benefits which would arise from the extension of the pier. Also letter from Ogilvie, Greshams Hotel, to Gregory, acknowledging receipt of a letter from government noting that there is little prospect of aid being granted by the Board of Fisheries towards the works.

24 Apr 1828-3 May 1828

1828

CSO/RP/1828/538

Letter from Thomas Robinson, 9 Caroline Street, Cork, to William Lamb, Chief Secretary, seeking to be granted the contract to maintain the Skibbereen to Crookhaven road at the rate of 6d per perch. Also letter from F Trench, Navigation Office, to William Gregory, Under Secretary, noting that the Navigation Board have entered a maintenance contract for the road with Mr Burke of Cork.

10 Apr 1828-21 Apr 1828

1828

CSO/RP/1828/539

Letter from Horatio Ellis, Chief Constable, Carrick on Suir, County Tipperary, to Samuel Croker, Local Superintendent, Dungarvan, reporting Richard Barry, sub constable in the Waterford Constabulary for negligence and being absent from his barrack and adding that he has contracted a large amount of debt. Also letter from W Miller, to William Gregory, Under Secretary, recommending that Barry be dismissed and noting that he had initially been appointed as a reward for providing information in a murder case.

21 Apr 1828-29 Apr 1828

1828

CSO/RP/1828/540

Memorial of Capt Edward Goate, London, to Henry William Paget, Lord Lieutenant, seeking to be appointed to the ‘Military Police of Ireland’. Noting that he served in the 8th Kings Regiment and 87th Royal Irish Fusiliers and fought in the Burmese War and was wounded in India. Requesting that any reply be sent care of Greenwood Cox, Craigs Court, Charing Cross, [London]. Also covering letters from Goate, to William Lamb, Chief Secretary, noting that he has enclosed a letter of recommendation from Sir John Doyle.

24 Apr 1828-28 Apr 1828

1828