Felmwry, 1926. II3 IRISH TRAVEL
'' T HERE will be no trouble in Exccuti1·e. The first object of the it must be equally unsparing in securing as n.any visitors I.T.A. is-" to attract visitors to dealing with establisher] cases. for this country during the coming Ireland and to cater for their com From the opening of the 1926 season as we are capable of accom fort and pleasure." It may be fur season it will enter into its new modating. The work of preparation ther condensed to--" the attraction sphere as a Tourist Protective Or to ensure satisfactory treatment is and satisfaction of visitors." Hav ganisation. Its members have the ing now secured the wherewithal to the impOL·tant matter, c.nd it is the practical vi~ion to ensure their co accomplish the first part of its main operation, and the few individuals duty of the Irish Tourist As ociation, objecti1·e, it is not only the intention who are foolish enough to refuse a as the only body capable of doing but the duly of the Association to "square deal," will have, in a very so, to ensure this satisfactot·y treat assure the second. short time, practical experience of ment." We have more than once referred the Association's protective powers. \¥e wish, at this juncture, when to unfair criticisms of Irish catering Prospective visitors to our shores the future of our Tourist Industry interests, and we shall always com cannot fail to be impressed by the seems assured, to emphasise and en bat that criticism, which is based on importance of such a service. Ire large on this important pronounce exaggeration. The I.T.A. cannot, land's variety of attractions will ment made by Mr. l\1. F. Keogh, however, overlook justifiable com guarantee for it the attention of General Manager, Great Southern plaints and, while it is sparing no Tourists. Our protective service will Railways, at a meeting of the I.T.A. effort to obviate them in ad1·ance, guarantee their continued patronage.
View of tile Strand at Rosslare:
• IRISH TRAVEL Il4 February, 1926.
Industrial Ireland. ciscd from many quarters. It mar new," and the premises are being American Appreciation. be neces;;ary to point out that the turned to the more prosaic require AMERICAN readers will be inte- new coinage will not be in circula ments of the Hibemian Bank. tion during the next Tourist Season rested in the following extract Licences for Hotels. from the Annual Report of the Indus and that therefore our visitors need trial Trust Company of Ireland, read not look forward to any difficulties. There is no reason to doubt that at the General Meeting by the Chair If any of our prospecti\·e visitors are any new hotels which are in course man, Dr. \V. Lombard Murphy:- so perturbed about the difficulties of erection in Ireland will be gi\'en " I am very ,!!lad to be able to which the im1ovation will cr ate, our licences for the sale of intoxicating report that since the dose of the ad>ice is to come to Ireland in 1926 liquor. Is it not equally reasonable accounts we have received from before the new coins are struck ! to expect that a simil ar privilege America a sum of 250,000 dollars as should be given lo existing hotels of subscriptions to our capital, against Dublin Zoological Gardens. recognised standing and repute? The which we shall, in due course, allot The number of visitors to the well vast majont. of visitors, even those shares to the value of approximately l·nown Dublin Zoo in 1925 totalled who never u ail of such facilities, £51,500. I attach so much import on·r 162,000. In addition to the prefer to star in hotels where they ance to this practical exist. We cannot blame proof of the goodwi ll of the judges. The law men in Americn, who should define the position combine friendship for of the hotel, and the re this country with the cent Liquor Commission shrewdest business intel has suggested the basis ligence, that I think it is for legislation, which, we worth while to read to hope, will soon be intro you the list of those who duced. ha\·e subscribed." The I ist read by Dr. Glengarriff. W. Lombard Murphy in A new attraction will cluded the followin.£r be added to the many names :-W. A. Harri which Glengarriff pro man and Co., Inc., In vides fot· its vi~itors by dustrial Bankers and the proposed opening of Shipowners; James A. Bantrr House to the Farrell, Pres. United public. The house and States Steel Corporation; Ph oto] St. Patricli's Callledml, Armagh. [Welch, Btl/ast grounds are alone suffi- Nicholas F. Brady, Central l~ nion nu.nr interesting- exhibits which cient to interest any visitor, and the Trust Co. ; American Trust Com they possess the Gardens have a fish wonderful tapestries, brought from pany; James J. Phelan, President, hatcherr which is giving valuable the Louvre after the French Revolu Hornblower and Weekes (Stock ass;sbJnce in the stocking of OUI' tion, are only one of the many items brokers), Boston, New York, and ri,·c rs. They provide one of the of interest which this fine mansion S:m Francisc-o Manuf1cturers' Trust most popular trips for visitors to contains. \Ve hope to publish in our C'omp ~ nr; Morgan .J. O'Brien, Dublin. next issue a view of Bantry House, Banker; Cl arcHce H. Mackay, Pre "Jammet's ·· Disappears! which is now the propert r of Mrs. sident, Commercial Cnble Co.; T . .J. The expiration of a lease has de Leigh White. Maloney, former P1,esident, Loril pri\'cd Dublin of one of its most his- Mallow Spa. lard Tobacco Co.; Edward N. Hur toric establi shments in Jammet's The arrangements for the re ley, Chicago; James Butler, and Hotel :mel Restaurant. For over 100 establishment of Mallow Spa are Eugene Kinkead. rtars it \\'f1S a popular centre under going ahead with all possible expe New Irish Coinage. ntrious n:~mcs. The many pat1·ons dition. Col. Mc-Cabe, who origi It-eland is to have a ('Omagc of its cf its famous g•·i ll will now have to nated the project, has prophesied own, anrl the decision is being criti- seek " fresh fields and pastures that " in future the public of th·· February, 192!). II5 IRISH TRAVEL
British Isles will not only crowd to We believe that in a few years County Down Project. Mall ow to sec the best racing, but Ireland will pub! ish statistics show It is understood that a syndicate also to renew their health by drink ing the capture of a large percentage is about to be formed in ewcastle, ing of waters which come ever of America's expenditure on this di Co. Down, " ·ith the view to raising hnbbling up, impregnated with rection. Ireland hns the goods to £50,000 capital for an electric rail hevlth salts, from the deepest caves sell. It has the best geographical way to the top of Slieve Donard, of earth." position in Europe for their sale. 2,976 feet al;ove sea level. The first part of his prophecy is ll is rapturing the spirit of sales Although the movement has not bidding fair to be soon an actual manship. The I.T.A. is providing taken practical shape, the aim of the fad. Let us hope the second will the shop window. Arc YOU help promoters is to make tlte ascent from be an c~unlly good " intelligent an ing? If .vou are not a member of the southern end of the town, via ticipation." the Association you should join the Millstone Mountain, thence on Rosslare. now! the south side of Thomas Mountain \Ve hope to publish in our next Macroom, Co. Cork. direct to the summit, where a pala is:,ue an articl e on Rossi:H'e, the ~'it hin the past twelve months tial hotel would be placed. popular resort whi ch has sprung up Macroom citizens have provided for It is proposed that the descent at the G reat Western Railway Com their town a splendid Golf Course should be by an alternate route via pany's Irish terminus. the Pot of Pulgrave, We are glad to note that locally known as " The Rosslare will have con Glen," thence down the siderably more accommo slopes of Drinnahilly, dation for its visitors and emerging in beauti next summer. Last sea fu l surroundings on the son taxed its resources in west side of the town. th!s rcsped. A1k!ow. Well-known Hotel Arklow will soon be in for sale. possession of a first· class The death of its popu Golf Links. With the lm· owner, Mr. D. T. other improvements initi McGinley, has placed on ated by the Urban Coun the market one of Done ci l, this should justify gal's best hotels in the t he hope of the local Podn·1blagh Hotel, Dun Tolll·ist Development As fan:v;hy. It is situated sociation that the town on the north-west coast has a f uture as a seaside of Ireland, with splendid resort. Instead of la- Phcto] St. Pafricl<'s Cnlltcdral, Dublin. [Lawrence f scenic and sporting faci- menting the loss o 1i li es on every side, and offers a very and a number of Tennis Cou rts. The local industries nncl preaching of the alb-active proposition for prospective course is very prettily situated, and wonderful gifts w1th which Nature investors in hotel pwperty. We fishermen who have also a " weak has endowed their district, this pro hope t hat the " McGinley " tradi ness " for Golf need not lea,·e the gressive Association have been work tion will he maintained by its future Links to obtain t he best of fish- ing patiently at the much more owners. ing. valuable occupation of turning those The World's Tourists. Mac room in the past was a '' pass gifts to goorl account. through '' with visitors. The new Progressive Bray. America's Tourist Exports in 192c1 fnf'il itics cnn be made to alter all totalled 302,000 people, represent that. The dnnger with popular resorts ing the very respectable sum of like Bray is that they may be in £ 120,000,000. France and Great Fishing m Ireland. clined to rest on their oars in mat Britain each claim to have received It was stated at a meeting of the ters of impro,·ement. This fatal m·cr one-sixth of that total, and it Cork Fishery Con en·atm·s that for policy is not being adopted in Wick is presumed that Switzerl and and the first three dars they had records low's fashionable resort. A new Ilnly conld make almost equall y of 651 salmon, weighing" 6,187 ·lbs., B·mdstancl is about to be erected, large claims. being caught. and the possibility of securing su it- IRISH TRAVEL II6 January, 1926. able articles in this and other de ber of County Sun·erors are busy on Theatre Purchased. partments from Wembley is being the erection of direction sign-posts Residents of Tramore and the examined. Car-fares in and around throughout their respective counties. South of Ireland generally will be the township are also being revised. The deYelopmEnt of motor touring interested to hear that Mr. ".Johnny" We hope other Urban Councils will MeGurk, the well-known amusement follow this good example. Published caterer, on behalf of the newly prices in all departments are an formed Tramore Amusement Co., essential preliminary to successful purchased the Theatre and Concert del'elopment. Hall and the Sierra Leone Exhibition Farmers invite English Sportsmen Hall at Wembley. The members of the Waterford The competition was keen, there Branch of the Irish Farmers' Union being a large number of tenders from are anxious to preserve and develop Great Britain, but the Wembley the benefits that they derive from authorities accepted Mr. McGurk's fox hunting. tender, which was for a considerabl e Their Executive Committee has sum. passed a resolution stating that " a The build ing~ purchased, which hearty welcome will be extended to wil l be rc-e ·cted at Tramore, are all fox hunters from England who wish elaborate eel-framed structures. to spend the winter in a county Mr. McGm·k's purchase also includes where there is no foot-and-mouth all the kiosks, shooting galleries, Tore Water/all, ](illm·nel'· cli sease, I ittle hard weather, plenty self-registering turnstiles, uniforms, of foxes, and very little wire, and calls for immediate attention to such etc. Mr. McGurk, who has done so where good horses are obtainable." wOt·k, and we hope that in the next mueh to add to the attractions of few months C\'Cry important road in Tramore, intends to develop them Road Signs. the country will be so atlended lo as slill more as a rcsull of his Wembley We are glad to note that a num- lo be " fool-proof." pur(· hases.
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PHOTOGRAPHS OF KILLARNEY. HOLMES MOTOR TOURS Photogt·aphs (sin:Jie or series), Photo~raphic Albums and Souvenirs of 1\illarney and South Kerry can be obtained from :- Glendalough L. ANTHONY, Photographer, Killarney, return fare 10/· Boyne Valley A well-lmown Jockey invited to a drink be/ore return fare 10/· going on the course, said: "Well, I shall have Six Days Tour starting Monday, May 3rd. Phone 1849 'Double Nap' Port /or ltd I .. Singularly a - S. HOLMES & SONS, Granby Place, Dublin. enough he brought off a " Double " that day. February, 1926. IIJ lRISH TRAVEL
By P. J. CAREY. HE County Westmeath is centrally situated in Ire for generations. Fore Abbey (St. Feighan's) in the land, its chief town- Mullingar- being 39 Irish north, as well as dozens of such ruins, and Goldsmith's T miles by road-equal to 50 statute or English '" Auburn," in the south, are worthy of note. miles-from Dublin. Athlone, a town of somewhat Sport of almost every sort and kind can be had all the equal size, with outstanding historical connections, is year round. In Athlone and Mullingar there are fine some 22 Irish miles more westerly; whilst Moate, Kil Golf Links, Tennis Courts and such like, whilst hunting beggan, Castlepollard and other towns are dispersed with the Westmeath Fox Hounds and Harriers is, from here and there, within easy reach of each other. November to April, available almost daily. The county is studrled with lakes (called loughs) many Coursing matches are held from time to time; Steeple of them quite extensive, such as Ennel some eight by chase and Flat Racing at Newbrook, about six times four miles, Owel five by three miles, Derravarragh yearly, as well as Racing at Ardyvahan, Multyfarnham, seven by two miles, Sheelin, Lene, Ree, Knockdrin, Kilbeggan and Athlone. Iron, &c., all well stocked with fish-principally brown All residences can be described as situate in the centre tl'Out, perch, pike and eels. Their tributaries are de of a sporting district, where hunting, shooting and fish scribed as " alive " with trout, as is instanced by prose ing abound. There is an excellent Theatre in Mullingar, cutions from time to time by the Civic Guards against and Athlone has fine halls and cinemas. poachers during close season. Motor Drives and Lake Tours. The late Captain Darcy T. Hamilton, R.A.M.C., in the " Fat·mers' Gazette," year in, rear· out, wrote up There are no organised trips at present, but the hotels the attractions of those beautiful lakes. He was an ex or motor and boat owners will always arrange to supply pert fisherman and gloried in describing their general conveyance and guides to any part of the county at re surroundings. Poets, writers, historians, have vied in quest. sounding their praises, their wooded slopes presenting a The following are some of the most interesting and charm during summer and autumn, especially, which enjoyable drives, &c., which can· of course be varied or must be seen to be understood. added to:- Malachi-who wore the Collar of Gold, which he NORTHERN AREA.-Leave Mullingar by motor to " Won fl'Om the proud invader " (the Danes)-lived Lough Ennel, thence by motor boat (Evenrude, John neat· Mullingar some noo rcar·s ago, and the canoe in ston, Elto, or such) to Middleton, through Ballinagore, which it is said he drowned Tergesius is in the Dublin Tyrrellspass, Kilbeggan, Castletowngeoghegan, to Museum. A tl'Out weighing 26 lbs. 2 ozs. caug·ht some Uisnegh Hill (centre of Ireland, where Kings were 30 years ago in Lough Rnnel with rod and hook-the crowned), back t•ia Skeagh, Rathconrath, &c. largest known- is in the same Museum. It is claimed for Or-Leaye Mullingar, motor to, and through, Lough Lough Derranu-ragh that Lir's lonely daughters, turned Owel t•ia C'lonhugh and Bunbrusna, road to Multyfarn into swans tlu·ough a curse, sailed on its placid waters ham Abbey, up Lough Derravarragh to Sports Grounds,
Scene itr. Co. \Vestm.entll. Lough D erravarragll, Co. Wesfmeath. [ Co11tinued on page 130 IRISH TRAVEL u8 Febmary, 1926.
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American Club in County Meath. H E splendid hunting facilities which Ireland We quote the report in full, as it cannot fail to be T offers made it a foregone conclusion that they of interest both to American and to Irish readers :- only needed discovery to make th.~m popular Bective House, near Navan, once the residence of with hunting enthusiasts all over the world. The pre Mr. John Watson, who for manr years before his death sent season has already shown that English sportsmen was the Master of the Meath Hounds, has been pur have made such a discovery for themselves years ago, chased by a srndicate of Americans who are keenly in for they are renewing their acquaintance with Irish tet·ested in Irish hunting. hunts in large numbers. One and all expr:.::ssed their The premises have been registered as a dub, and it delight with conditions in the country, and the season is the intention of the new owners to travel to Ireland can be said to have definitely re-established the popu every year, and to live at the club during the hunting larity of Ireland with cross-Channel enthusiasts. season. It is interesting to note that America provides also a The principal of the concern is Mr. C. S. Bird, a Yery large clientele to draw from in this very popular wealthy paper manufacturer, of 50 C'ongr ss Street, form of sport, and it would seem as if there also big Boston, and associated with hi r:. are two other citizens deYelopments can be expected. Numbers of American of Boston. All have Yisited Ireland recently, and are visitors have from time to time come over for hunting anxious to popularise hunting am 'P!.oto] Bective Ho~tse, County Meath. H eadquarters of the new American H~tnt Cl~tb . February, 1926. II9 IRISH TRAVEL PhotoJ View of tile River Boyne from Bective House. Mr. Bird is crossing to Ireland next month in connec popular Mastership of Mr. Justice Wylie. The Judge, tion with the venture, which is the outcome of a visit in addition to his legal occupation, is one of the leading to County Meath last year of a number of his country iights in the Royal Dublin Society, and he is reputed to men and countrywomen, who took part in several hunts be one of the best " judges " of horseflesh in Europe. with the Meath Hounds. South and West. Becti\·e House, which is picturesquely situated amid The renewal of patronage from British visitors has not beautiful gardens overlooking the River Boyne, was been so much in evidence in the more distant parts of purchased by Major Stern after the death of Mr. Wat the country as in the Dublin district. The Duhallows son. It is admirably suited for the purpose to which have, nevertheless, had quite a number. Col. McCabe, Hs American buyers intend to put it. It was here that who is amongst the keenest followers of the Duhallows, the kennels and hounds of the Meath Hunt were kept told me of two Englishmen who came over for two days' for many years before their transference to N ugents sport recently. The journey to and fro occupied the town. The previous owner of the house, Major Stern, be t part of two more days, but they believed that sport hunted in County Mealh for a considerable time before in Ireland was well worth it. the war. The im·itation issued by the Waterford Farmers' Union to English sportsmen to come to Ireland betokens Dublin District. a feeling which is all over the country at the moment, Not the least of Dublin's advantages for its visitors is but which cannot be over-emphasised with our friends in lhe convenient range at which all forms of sport can be other countries. The issue and wide publication of such availed of. Of Hunting, as of Racing, Golf, Fishing invitations coming from responsible bodies will go far and other outdoor recreations it can be said that DubI in towm·ds removing the feelings of misgiving about Ire is as good a centre as any part of the country. land that till seem to hold ground in England. Not The most prominent Hunt within ea y reach of Dub only is Ireland one of the best countries in the world lin is the Ward Union, which is this year under the for sport, but it is the safest to live in. IRISH TRAVEL !20 February, 1926. c s • Executive Committee. with additional allocations from more the Folder Map and other publica The monthly meeting t.f the Ex important districts. tions being issued by the Association. The Secretary reported that the ecutive Committee was held on Feb A design for a six-colour poster has ruary 2nd at the Association's offices. various publications which were in been approved and is in the hands of In the absence of the President, whu hand as well as the proposed ill us the printers-Messrs. Helys, Ltd., Dublin. is in U.S.A., Mr. J. C. Foley, Vice tr·ated poster. were being proceeded President, presided, and the following with as expeditiously as possible. Attitude of Local Councils. During a discussion on the pros members were present:- The following County Councils are pects for the 1926 Season, Mr. M. F. Dr. W. Lombard Murphy, Vice the only ones which have yet con Keogh expressed the opinion that President; Mr. M. F. Keogh, Gene sidered the Association's appeal for there will be no trouble in securing ral Manager, Great Southern Rail a special rate for advertising pur as many visitors as the country is poses:- ways; Senator P. W. Kenny, Chair capable of accommodating. To en Dublin, Donegal, Chre, West man, General Council of County sure their satisfaction will be the im- Councils; B. M. Egan, Cork; E. A. meath, Mayo, and South Tipperary. Sweeny, Oughterard; Senator Sir They have all agreed to strike Edward Bellingham, J. Cosgrave, the rate ! T.D.; J. W'. Mongan, Carn.a, and At least t€'n Municipal and rban T. P. Dowdall, Cork. areas h:~ve taken similar action. A Apologies for inability to attend full list will appear in our March were received from Messrs. J. W. issue. Manning, Dublin, and T. O'Gorman, The Association has ,;sked for Bundoran. £10,000 for advertising purposes. The meeting was occupied for a The request seems certain to be met l considerable time with consideration Cork City strikes Maximum Rate. of the minutes of the previous meet The following deputation recently ing and of sub-committee meetings waited on Mr. P. Monah:~n, Cork held during the preceding month. City Commissioner, on behalf of the It was decided to hold the first I.T.A. :- Annual General Meeting of the mem Mr. J. C. Foley, F.A.A., Vice bers on April 13th, in the Mansion President, Irish Tourist J\.ssociation; House, Dublin, and to re-convene the M1·. Jas. Dwyer, Messrs. Dwyer & National Hotels Conference for the Co., Ltd.; Mr. T. F. O'Leary, Presi day following. The anangements dent, Cork Chamber of Commerce; for both were referred to a sub-com Mr. T. P. Dowdall, Messrs. Dowdall, P.\oto] [Lofayelle mittee, who were recommended to O'Mahony & Co., Ltd.; Mr. J. P. VERY REV, CANON FURLONG, P.P., O'Brien, B.A., General Secretary, draw up a two-days' programme. The DuNGARVAN. and Mr. ·c. Flynn, R.A., Cork meeting expressed the hope that the Chairman Dungarvan Development Association County ~ecretary, Irish Tourist Asso summoning of the Conference on the portant mattet·, and the T.T.A., as ciation. eve of the 1926 Season would ensure the only body in a position to do this, The deputation requested the Com the completion of the Association's deserves the support of all interests missioner to increase last year's allo proposals for the improvem~nl of the in its efforts. cation of fd. to Id. in the £. They Hotel Industry. The proposed erection of a Restau justified the proposal by the splendid It was decided to appeal lo all rant at Killarney by the Great results which had accrued in 192.5, local Councils in the country to pro Southern Rail ways Co. was referred and stated that the prospects for vide funds for advertising purposes. to, and the enterprise of the Company 1026 were far better than they had It was noted with pleasure that some in this matter was endorsed by all even expected. Councils had already taken action in members present. Mr. Monahan stated that in view the matter. It was agreed, on the Standing Committee. of the representative natnre of the suggestion of Senator Kenny, that all The Standing Committee has met deputation, some of whom were County Councils be asked to con weekly during the month to attend amongst the largest ratepayers in the tribute a flat rate of tel. in the £, to various details in connexion with city, and of the large revenue to the February, 1926. IZI IRISH TRAVEL city which would accrue from such Association of Municipal Author claim for recognition as a tourist expenditure, he was convinced that ities recommends appeal. resort. The citizens feel that the a rate of Id. in the £ should be At the meeting of the Executive long-standing popularity of their re struck for this purpose. (Id. in the Committee of Municipal Authorities, sort with Southern holiday makers £ is the maximum for Cork.-Eor- on lOth February, 1926, it was pro can be further enhanced by improve TOR I.T.) posed by Mrs. Maud Walsh, seconded ments and publicit.r. The new spirit Government Minister endorses by Mr. John Healy, and passed has caught on. Mr. E. Keohan, a I.T.A. Appeal. unanimously :- well-known 'local historian, is Hon. Aireacht urn Rialtas Aitiuil, " That having heard the repre Sect·etary to the newly-formed local Ministry of Local Government, sentatives of the Irish Tourist Asso Association. Sraid Mhuirbhthcan Uach, ciation as to the objects '.lnd aims of Kerry. that body, we are of opinivn that the l. pper Men·ion Street, Organisation work in Co. Kerry is appeal now being made to public Baile Atha Cliath, proceeding apace. Every district in bodies for a contribution from the 3rd February, 1926. the county is providing itself with an A Chara,-With further reference energetic Committee, and the ener to our interview on 2nd instant, I getic County Secretary, Mr. J. D. wish to assure you of my whole O'Connor, is sparing no effort to hearted endorsement of the views ex make the results of his work a per pressed by the representatives of manent live organisation. The your Association. The need for re danger with all such work lies in the trenchment in local administration is, fact that it is primarily the result of no doubt, imperative. That need is enthusiasm which is inclined to grow in the ultimate occasioned by the fact lukewarm. In KetTy there is suffi that the balance of trade is no longer cient co-ordination to ensure, with in our favour. Any thing that helps the splendid support of the Kerry towards a favourable readjastment of man, that this danger need not be that balance assists in the ..nost effect anticipated. ive way towards the relief of taxation The Killarney Committee are un by increasing the capacity of the doubtedly a source of wonderful in people to pay. spiration for their county. A resort Tn the tourist industry we have a which <'an call on the regular atten potential reserve of " invisible ex tion of disinterested gentlemen such ports ·" whieh, with a minimum ex as Mr. Harrington (National Presi penditure of capital ani! energy, dent), Sir Maurice O'Connell, Senator in development at home ;md adver O'Sullivan, Mr. Eugene ()'Sullivan, tisement abroad, holds out the and Mr. P. C. O'Mahony has some promise of a vet·y considerable in thing to be grateful for. The pro crease in our income. Photo] [Lafayette gressive view-point of men who have I believe that contributions from MR . GEORGE HARRIS, had personal acquaintance with the rates of the nature suggested by Passenger Traffic Manager, White Star Line, Dublin and Cobh. modern resorts in every part of your Association, and as was contem Europe will be invaluable in the shap plated in the Local Government Act mtes towards the advertising of Ire ing of the new Killarney. of 1925, would be almost negligible land's attractions for tourists is one Following Killarney's inspmng in comparison with the benefits eminently worthy of favourable con lead, and encouraged by Mr. Maurice which would accrue from a wise in sideration, and we recommend it to Griffin's able appeals in the Kerry vestment cf such moneys in ad,·ertis our affiliated Councils." man, Kerry's other resorts have ing the advantages :md amenities of Dungarvan. decided not to earn the title the country for which purposes your We had occasion in a previous of " slackers." Kenmare, Water Association has been established. issue to refer to lhe lack of activity ville, Cahirciveen, Ballybunion and Mise le meas, in Dungarvan. As a result of a meet Dingle are all going full steam ahead, (Signed) SEAMUS DE BuRCA, ing held under lhe auspices of the and we hope to publish in future Aire Rialtais Aitiula agus I. T.A. an active Committee has now issues reports of the good work being Slainte Phuibli. been established under the chairman done by them-the real groundwork The Secretary, ship of Very Rev. Canon Furlong, for the " satisfaction " of visitors, Irish Tourist Association, P.P. Dungarv:m is now deter which is more important even than 51 Westland Row, Dublin. mined to substantiate and publish its their " :::ttraction." IRISH TRAVEL 122 Feb·ruary, 1926. Carlow. Clare, too, is of the West, and de The Carlow Tourist Committee will serves classification under our head shortly publish an illustrated folde1· ing. Its County Counc1llors have on the amenities of the district for IRISH TOURIST not ret finally decided on their rates sportsmen and others. This is the for the coming year, but our know first fruit of Carlow's recent alloca ASSOCIATION. ledge of their outlook last year leaves tion of a special rate for advertising us without doubt regar1ling the purposes. ANNUAL favourable result of their considera Bundoran. tion of this matter. Clare, Galway The success of our appeal to the General Meeting and Mayo-with Westmeath as the Donegal County was mainly due to central connecting point--have now the untiring efforts of the Bundoran provided the means of opening up to Tourist Committee. By persistent NATIONAL travellers all over the world a land advocacy of the importance of the HOTELS CONFERENCE whose attractions have in former matter, and by '' refusing to take a days been but insufficiently, i£ at all, refusal," they succeeded in doing advertised. PRELIMINARY ANNOUNCEMENT. very good work for their wunty and South Tipperary. their resort. If we single out a few Under ~ e auspices of ~he Clonmel members for special mention it is be The first Annual General Meet Tourist Development Association cause they have been the mosl promi ing of the members of the Irish there has just been published a very nent in the development of this pro Tourist Association vvill be held gressive resort. Mr. John Conlan, attractive Folder describing the at on TUESDAY, APRIL 13th, as President, and Messrs. Tom tractions of historic South Tipperary. in the MANSION HOUSE, Gorman (Central Hotel), H. J. Clonmel as a touring centre is ad DUBLIN. O'Kelly (Marine Hotel), N. C. mirably situated, and the variety of Subsequent to the General Meet Hamilton (Hamilton Hotel), T. interests for which the district enter$ ing a Conference of IRISH O'Gorman (O'Gorman's Hotel), and are ably described over initials which HOTEL PROPRIETORS will genial Doctor Flood are a pretty we suspect shelters the name of om l)e held, and in conjunction w• 1 strong bunch in any emergency. old friend, Mr. B. J. Long. Mr. the Conference there will be all Add their able Secretary, Mr. Ed Long, as Editor of the Cltmmel Na Exh-ibition of Equipment, &c. ward Daly, and you have an invin tionalist, has been unceasmg in his cible combination. Members please note :- advocacy of the " Tourist " cause With the able assistance .)f Clonmd'•; The West's Awake! The General Meeting is the progressive Town Clerk, Mr. T. In this particular case we could Parliament of the I.T.A. Look J. Berkery, he has produced .. work of add " with a vengeance." Here, as after your interest by attending. in Kerry, the value of a good Press which both can be proud, and which cannot be overestimated, and Mr. Committees please note : will provide effective pub] icity for Tom Kenny, Editor of the Connacht You are only entitled to repre " the Premier County." Tribune and Connacht Sentinel, and sentation through individually Personal. incidentally President of the Galway affiliated members. On another page we ;Jnhl ish an Chamber of Commerce, believes that See that all such members in article on· the historic Glen of A her the case of the Tourist Ind•1stry can your district attend. low, one of the county's most attra<· not be overstated ! In Connemara Every Irish Hotel P.roprietor and tivc districts. enthusiasm has been kept alive by Manager should attend the We pubiish on page 121 a photo the two local Directors of the I.T.A., Hotels Conference. It is the graph of Mr. George Harris, Pa·' Me~srs. J. W. Mongan and E. A. road from the wilderness of in senger Manager of the White Star Sweeny, and in Mayo it has now been dividual effort in which the Line, Dublin and Cobh, and \\e aroused with the powerful aid of a few Hotel Industry has been tryin~r gladly take this opportunity to pay a progressive clergymen. Canon McDon to exist. warm if belated tl'ibute to the work nell, of Newport, and Father Colleran, Hotel Proprietors done by Mr. Harris last rear during of Achill, deserve the thanks of all In your own interest! an extended tour of U.S.A. both in and outside Mayo for their In your Guests' interest! lie secured many columns of news able and energetic support of the In your Country's interest! paper publicity for the attractions of Association's cause. The striking of avail of this medium fot· co Ir land, and the value of this, at a a rate by Mayo County Council was operative effort. time when scare stories were still the the result of their able appeal to the general type of Irish " news " pub members of that body. li shed, cannot be ove•·-estimated. Febmary, 1926. I23 IRISH TRAVEL Br PAUL FLY:-;N, Tipperary. HIS beautiful and historic valley lies about four does not appear in any record more than two or three miles to the south of Tipperary town, enclosed centuries old. It is probably a corruption or form of T between the Galtee Mountains and the long, " Sliabh na gCoillte," the " wooded mountain." Th~ straight hill of Slievenamuck. It is nearly ten miles in old name of the place was Sliabh Crotta Cliach. An length and about two miles wide at its centre. The cient chroniclers translated this as the mountain of the River Aherlow winds along the whole valley, draining harps of Cliach, and told us that Cliach fell in love both mountain ranges, and, under normal conditions, with the daughter of the King of the Munster Sidhe (pr. abounds in trout and salmon, affording excellent sport " Shee "), or fairies who lived at Slievenamon, twenty to fishermen. or thirty miles away. Being hindered by a magic mist The valley owes its principal charm to the abruptness from entering the fairy king's palace, Cliach withdrew with which the Galtees rise on its southern side in a bold to Galtymore, where he played on his harps so melo grandeur that is yet not rugged enough to destroy all diously, that the very hills were moved and great lakes the charm of soft outline. opened on their sides. Cliach, in his despair, plunged These mountains are mainly composed of Devonian into the lake below, or, according to another version, rocks and their conglomerates, with occasion:J.l outcrops was deYoured by a dragon who dwelt in one of them. of silurian strata at the base. The special vigour of This dragon has appeared in modern legend as the their outlines is due apparently to a mighty fracture great serpent occupying Lake Diheen. St. Patrick in which took place at their upheaval in the ordinary fold duced this monster to go into the lake until " Monday," ing or wrinkling movements of the earth's surface-a and tied him there with a rib of grass on which some vast area of rock was broken off and tilted upwards spell of power was laid, but the Saint's Monday was :3,000 feet. Its edge now forms the northern face of the Monday after the day of Judgment, so that the Slievenamuck, whilst the opposite edge lies buried deep serpent is said now to thrust forth his head from the in Aherlow valley. water every seventh Easter Monday morning, and com Six mountain tarns of the " Cirque " type we11e plain plaintively in Irish, " It is a long Monday, 0, formed high up on the mountain side by the action of Patrick." small glaciers in the ice age, and lie in picturesque Again, Aengus, son of the Dagda (a Tuatha-de scarped hollows. They vary in size from two or three Danann, or Fairy King), found his lady-love swimming to twenty acres, and some fanciful legends are attached in one of those lakes in the form of a swan surrounded to them. by fifty other swans, who were coupled in pairs with sil Legends of the ~Galtees. ver chains. She, however, had a necklace of red gold The origin of the name " Galtee " is unknown. It with 150 golden chains hanging from it, each terminat ing in a golden ball. Historic Fame. Brian Boroimhe, chief of the Dalcassians (with whom the Eoganacht shared the sovereignty of Munster alter nately), built one of his palaces at Dun Crotta Cliach Plwto] [IVsnne, 'rippera1·y. Photo] fl.Vynne, 7 ippuar·y. l...ouglt Alus/(err)1, Galtee Jlloull fll ius. 1,600 feet above sea level. Asilgrove Bridge, Gl"" of Aller/ ow. Ti/>/> emry, [Continurd on paye n-1 1RISH TRAVEL February, 1926. --Du aoghaiJre R ELAND'S advantage over other countries in the feet water supply and sanitation; a recently installed number of resorts which it possesses is immediately public and private electric lighting system ;-these are I evident on arrival at any of its chief ports. Visi some of the features which with its characteristic aspect tors need not go beyond the towns at which they land of cheerfulness, variety, and animation combine to make in order to obtain facilities for every form of sport and Dun Laoghaire an ideal holiday resort for health and amusement. Dun Laoghaire (formerly known as Kings pleasure. town), which deals with the largest proportion of our Having reduced our readers to submission, we can visitors, provides convincing proof of this. We had now pwceed with complacency to enlarge on the more hoped in the space at our disposal to refer to Dun important facilities mentioned. Laoghaire's attractions in detail, but the list provided There is of course a very reasonable explanation to for us by a local enthusiast makes it necessary either to satisfy the traveller who may be inclined to doubt the omit what we know to be important items or to sacrifice moderation of our informant. Dun Laoghaire was not style in the interests of brevity. If we adopt the lat built for passing visitors. Its numerous facilities were ter course it is because we prefer to risk incurring the installed for the convenience of 'l large residential popu displeasure of om· readers rather than do an injustice to lation whose daily contact h the capital of the the progress of " Ireland's Premier Township." Hence country makes them not only diseriminating but per the following formidable catalogue:- haps fastidious. It is not the result of development Bracing sea and mountain air of unique tonic proper overnight-a process wh ich has spoilt many attractive ties; an excellent sunshine record; low rainfall; a " sea ~·esorts. Nature had given the township many of lts son " lasting the whole year round-even in winter its choicest gifts, and wise " builders " availed of them climate while invigorating is mild and equable owing to without, as has happened elsewhere, obliterating their its sheltered position; charming scenic surroundings; an natural charm. The facilities of the modern resort are unrivalled location; proximity to the fascinating City of here accompanied by the dignity of a high-class resi Dublin ; easy accessibility from all parts; an excellent dential centre. The tripper may be slow to appreciate touring centre for the beautiful " Garden of Ireland "; the distinction 11 he will find all that trippers look for. magnificent marine piers and promenades--Ireland's The visitor who c·omes for a protracted stay will appre gayest summer rendezvous ; glorious open sea-bathing ; ciate it within ~ 1- hours. Every taste is catered for, none safe swimming pools, including a recently constructed predominate. " children's pond "; modern medical baths- hot sea A Health Resort. water, shower, seaweed, sulphur, alkaline and Russian; It has been stated that the great essential for a winter golf; tennis; boating; yachting; sea angling; open air resort is to be found ]n a combination of sea and moun music-military and other bands ; luxurious picture tain air. This combination is provided at Dun houses; dancing facilities; attractive walks, drives and Laoghaire, which is sheltered to south and west by the excursions; excellent tram and train arrangements; per- Photo] 1\la,rin.e Parade, Dttlt Laogltaire. [Cook. Photo] Tile Pier, Dull, Laoghaire. February, 1 9:l6. 125 IRISH TRAVEL Wick low and Dublin mountains respectively. The Stone circles and Druid's chairs take us to the dis mildness of its climate has often been testified to by tant fringes of history. Ruined castles and churches eminent medical men, and popular opinion gives con provide a, connection with well-known names in every tinuous additional testimony by its all the year round one of at least eight centuries. Numbers of modern patronage. residences complete the unbroken connection with the makers of history to-day. Historical Associations. It goes without saying that a resort so near to ouc The Garden of Ireland. of Eru·ope's oldest capitals should provide attractions in The proximity of beautiful County Wicklow may be numerable in this sphere. The town itself shows little said to complete Dun Laoghaire's versatility. Resorts trace of ancient importance, dominated as it is by splen in other lands could perhaps provide all the facilities did modern structures, but lhe country on all sides offers here offered within easy reach of travellers and amid inexhaustible supplies. Dalkey, a few miles to the historic surroundings. None of them, however, can south, was once the busiest port in the country, and is offer a land of scenery such as that for which Dun believed by some flistorians to have been the city re Laoghaire is the fitting gateway. Fishermen and archreo ferred to by Ptolemy 1800 years ago as Eblana. What logists will vie with lovers of natural scenery in their ever may be said for this theory, it is certain that since admiration of Wicklow's unlimited resources. Glenda the twelfth century · it was a port of considerable im lough, the ancient " City of Refuge," with its wonder portance, and it continued as such until the ports of ful ecclesiastical remains; the wild grandem· of Glen Dublin on the one side and Dun Laoghaire on the other gradually acquired their present monopoly of seaborne malure; beautiful Avoca- they are but a few of the traffic. gems which call for special mention in a land where Dalkey is, however, only one link in the historic e,·ery turn displays new beauty. With such a garden chain which encircles Dtm Laoghaire. All the interest for its visitors, Dun Laoghaire is wisely attracting to that a district could develop from the patronage and itself the attention of the world's tourists. That atten residence of outstanding figures in Irish history and from tion once secured will be retained by a Yariety of at important national events is to be found here in abun tractions and facilities such as no port in the world can dance. display. Phuto] Dun. Laoghai1·e at Night. \ ·1· e tCl /rom. the Harbour. [Cook. IRISH TRAVEL rz6 FelH·twry, 1 !)26. No. 1 Series-For American Tourists landing at Cobh. Tour No. 3- 21 days. Uth Day. Motor Leenane-Westport (continuing by road or rail) via Newport to Mallaranny. Cobh-Killarney- Connem.ara- Dublin. Stay for night. lst Day. Disembark at Cobh (morning). Stay Cobb 15th Day. At Mallaranny. or rail to Cork. 16th Day. Mallaranny to Achill Island and back for 2nd Day. Cork City, Blarney Castle, St. Ann's Hydro night. and back to Cork. 17th Day. Rail Mallaranny via Westport, Claremorris 3rd Day. Motor Cork-Youghal-Cappoquin-Mount -Athlone and Mullingar to Dublin. Melleray-Lismore-Fermoy-Cork. 18th Day. At Dublin-Tour of City. 4th Day. (a) Rail C01·k to Bantry, thence ce.:~.ch or lOth Day. Dublin and Suburbs. steamer to Glengarriff, or 20th Day. Rail or motor Dublin - Avoca- Wooden (b) Rail or motor Cork to Macroum, thence bridge-Glcndalough and back to Dub motor thl'Ough Pass of Keimaneigh to lin. Glengarriff. Stay Glengarriff. 21sb Day. Morning in Dublm, taking evening boat to 5th Day. At Glengarriff. England. 6th Day. Motor Glengarriff-Kenmare-Parknasilla Approximate cost, including hotel: Stay Parknasilla. First Class £43 10 0 7th Day. (a) Motor Parknasilla direct via Kenmare to Third Class £:31 10 0 Killarney, or Approximate mileage, 800. (b) Motor Parknasilla-Waterville-Valentia DESCRIPTI\' lc NOTES. - Cahirciveen - Glenbeigh - Cat·agh N.B.-Piaces occurring in the above itinerary and not Lake- Killorgl in-Killarney. mentioned in the following notes have 8th Day. At Killarney-Tour of Lakes, ~c. .drf'ady been dealt with in os. 4 and 5 of 9th Day. At Killarney-Gap of Dunloe, &c. Rail ]1'1 II 'fRA\'EI .. Killarney to Limerick. Stay overnight. Galway-the City of the Tribes- is the p:ateway to 1Oth Day. Limerick City, taking evening train to Gal Connemara and has many features of interest to the way. Night in Galway. visitor. Generally speaking, it has characteristics not to 11th Day. Galway City, Lough Corrib, &c. Proceed be seen in any other town or city in Treland, and evi to Clifden 'lYia Oughterard and Recess. dence of its remote antiquity is found in some of the ight in Clifden. houses, which were built as far back as the thirteenth 12th Day. Cl if den and District- Motor vw Letter century, when its merchant princes carried on a con frack to Leenane. Stay for night. siuemble trade with Spain in 13Lh Day. At Lcenanc. " Wine which maketh glad the heart of man .. , Photo] Alenlougll Castle, Gnlte•a'y. L "Connaug},f Trib · ,nt~." Cli!den., Co~tnem.. artt. Fcbmm·y, I 926. IZJ IRISH TRAVEL Connected with Galway is the little village of the antiquities of pagan and Christian ol'lgm, inclnding Dun Claddagh, inhabited solely by fishermen and their Aengus, the most extensive prehistoric stone fort in Ire families-a somewhat superstitious community, and who land or· in any part of Western Europe. with peculiar pride boast of an origin and culture en Briefly it may be said that no other group of islands tirely distinctive. The " Claddagh ring," which repre on the Irish coast holds such a wealth of antiquarian re sents two hands holding a heart, is distinctive at any mains, and a mere flying visit permits inspection of just rate, and as it is said to possess certain " charms," is a few. much sought after as a curiosity. The immediate neighbourhood of Galway, too, is rich The old churches and ruins of Galway ·are interesting, in remains of historical and antiquarian interest, and not only for their antiquity but also on account of the amongst others may be mentioned Menlough Castle and historical facts and leg·ends connected with them. The the Abbey of Clare Galway. story relating to the castle of Lynch .f itzstephen is far Having seen as much as possible of Galway and its and away the most fascinating, and tells how James attractions, the tourist proceeds on his way towards Lynch Fitzstephen who, when Mayor and Chief Magis Connemara and Achill, which is recognised as one of h·ate of the city, condemned and actually executed his the most famous touring and fishing districts in Ireland. own son for the murder, through a love quarrel, of a The route lies along the limestone plain west of Galway young Spanish merchant whom the Mayor had invited -with Lough Corrib on the right and the hill of Iar to the town as his guest. The youthful offender Connaught on the left-and continues through a country was hanged from the prison window, which is indicated which presents an extraordinary mixture of rock, morass b.· a memorial slab with. an inscription relating to the and lake, with villas and country cabins appearing here execution. and there, and now and then patches of cultivated land The Church of St. Nicholas is a fine old structure of and stretches of woodland, all combining in rendering H,th century origin and contains many interesting monu a scene as romantic and picturesque as could possibly be ments. American tourists will be interested in a tradi imagined. Near Clydagh is " Hag's Castle," an ancient tion which asserts that Christopher Columbus lived for fortress of the O'Flahertys-a once all-powerful and tm a while in Galway, and used to attend Mass in this bulent clan who held undisputed sway · in this district. church. It is claimed too that a Galway man accom·· Lake Ross comes into view very soon, and a few miles panied Columbus on his memorable expedition, and that further on we can inspect Aughanure Castle-another the bells of St. Nicholas rang out the rejoicings of the stronghold of the " furious ()'Flaherty's "-from the citizens when the discovery of the New World became parapet of which may be obtained most extensive views known. of Lough C'orrib and the surrounding country. Two Of the modem buildings the University College is the miles more and we arrive at most imposing, and the courthouse, churches and monas.. Oughterard, prettily situated on the picturesque teries are also splendid additions to the architecture of Owenriff river and famous for its salmon and trout fish the city. ing. Those who are not handicapped by limited time, Salthill, a suburb of Galway, is a popular health re and who can spend a few days here, ·will, having good sort, and tourists anxious to inhale its pme and bracing· hotel accommodation, feel the pleasures of a real holiday air, or to be fanned by its invigorating sea breezes, may by availing of the many excursions which embrace trips avail of the splendid motor bus sen·ice provided by the among the islands of Lough Corrib; the Maam Valley; Galway Omnibus Co., to get there and back with. con the remarkable seventh century Abbey of Cong, and the venience and expedition. Galway makes a strong appeal to the angler, and eyen to those not skilled in the art of the rod and 1in e the thousands of salmon which can be seen through the 'clear waters of the C01Tib, at one point in its course through the city are a source of enthusiasm, surprise and curio sity. The immediate neighbourhood of the city is rich in features of much 11atural beauty, Lough Corrib espe cially being renowned for its scenery and pictm··esq ue ness. Those who have time to spare will be more than repaid by a visit to the Aran Islands, which can be reached by steamer from Galway. The islands are three in number-Inishmore, Tnishmaan and Tnisheat·. The first namecl is the largest in area and contains numerous Ploolo] Salmon Pisllel")', Galwu~· . [ "Connaugbt Tribune." IRISH TRAVEL I2 Februm·y, 1926. charming mountain and lake scenery and yarious places recreation in the shape of drives or walks through some of interest between Oughterard and the sho1·es of Gal of the grandest scenery in Connemara. way Bay. But even those who are " just calling on the Leaving Letterfrack behind we soon get a view of way " will enjoy the visit and should not miss seeing Kylemore Lake and Castle and drive through the the charming little waterfall and salmon leap quite close famous Pass of the same name, and as we go onwards to the town. the great Killary is seen beneath, with Mwcelrea, the Once Oughterard is left behind wild moor! mds again loftiest of the western mountains, guarding the en compose the scene, the gloomy grandeur of which i.> trance to the harbour, and in the distance we have a occasionally interrupted by views of several lakes, view of Clew Bay and Clare Island, backed by the tower principally Shindilla and Oorid. To the right the ing hills and cliffs of Achill Island. For a few miles lofty peaks of the Maamturk mountains dominate the onwards the road runs through the Norwegian-like fjord scene, and further to the west we see the even more of Killary, and at the head of this superb inlet of the striking " Twelve Pins " of Beannbeola, said to be the Atlantic is most extraordinary and beautiful assemblage of moun tains in Ireland or Great Britain. The music of a brawl Leenane, sittnted in the heart of Connemara, and one ing trout stream shortens the remainder of the jour of its most delightful hoi iday resorts. Besides excell ent ney to fishing, some of the choicest sc~nery of the West is to Recess, situated near. the shores of Lough Glenda be found here, and an excell<>I hotel also, which pro lough, or Garromin, as it is sometimes callecl. It is vides everr comfort for visitors who wish to J·emain and hard to say whether the fishing or the scenery here is explore the exquisite surrounding~ the greatest attraction for visitors; each contributes to Quitting this charming holiday haunt, and proceeding its popularity, and the same mar be said of many other on our journey, the great mountain of Croagh Patrick is places within easy distance from the railway station. seen on the left, and as we approach Westport, the Cashel, with good accommodation, offers splendid wonderful Clew Bay, with its hundred Isles, come into sport to the angler, while Carna further south also pro view. The town of Westport is prettily situated in a vides an abundance of trout and salmon fishing, with wooded vale and, owing to the abundance of foliage, every facility, including a well-kept hotel, for excellent presents an appearance which is singularly al tractive. sport and an enjoyable and healthful holiday. The coach dr from Cl ifden may be here terminated Departing from Recess, we skirt along by the shores (or continued tiJ .1allaranny), and those travelling- by rail of Lough Glendalough and soon reach the Lake of Derry may again resume the journey by train. Either by rail clal·e and later on the beautiful Lake of Ballinahinch, or road the journey is by with its wooded islands and Baliinahinch Castle, once the Newport, a picturesquely situated town ~nd an ex residence of the popular Martin family. We shortly cellent centre for fishing. The river, which flows arrive at through the town, provides good sport, but even better Clifden-the capital of Connemara-and the terminus of the railway. othinJ can be more striking than the situaticn of th;s modern town, built al::o\·e a lcnz , nar row inlet of I he sea rnd tacked by a lofty range of cir cular hirs. Clifden C1stle, situated amid picturesque surroundings is near at hand, and the leisurely holiday maker will find the town a convenient centre from which to explore the strange district lying between the " Tweh e Pins " ;:: nd the sea coast. Tourists travelling by rail from Galway are com·eyed by the Great Southern Railways motor coaches from Clifden to Westport and Mallaranny through what is perhaps the most delightful drive either in Ireland or Great Britain. E\·ery mile of the way presents typical Connemara scenery, and every little village on the route would, for those who could remain, prove an ideal holi day-land, especially for those who seek seclusion and rest and who appreciate the wild and beautiful in Nature. Letterfrack is one of these places; and if you arc keen on angling a rare field for sport is here, besides opportunities for mountain climbing and less strenuous At Mallara>111y, Co. Mayo. February, 1926. 129 IRISH TRAVEL opportunities offer in Lough Furnace and Lough Feeagh, Meenawn, Keem 13ay, the seal caves, and the heights of which can easily be reached from the town. Slievemore. The pretty Catholic Church and viaduct will attract This I? rings us to the end of our journey, and on the attention, but if we are hurrying on other objects of in return route to Dublin we continue through Castlebar terest in the district must remain unseen, amongst them and Claremorris to being Carrigahooly Castle {or rather its tower), assigned Athlone, a historic town on the River Shannon. The to Grace O'Malley, better known as " Granuaile," and town itself is of considerable interest, but more particu who in days gone by was a reigning mountain Queen larly on account of its proximity to Lough Ree and of the West. Near it is the 15th century Abbey of the ruined abbeys of Clonmacnoise. This famous sanc Burrisahoole. The next point of interest along the tuary was founded as far back as the middle of the sixth route is century by St. Kieran, and for long was renowned as a Mallaranny, charmingly situated on a narrow neck seat of learning until it was ravaged and destroyed by of land, with Clew Bay and its hundred isles to the the Danes. All its former glory has departed, but relics south, and Ballycragher Bay to the north. of its greatness still remain, the most important being One of the best hotels in Ireland is here, and visitors the Cathedral, the Round Tower, Melaghlin's Castle, will find splendid accommodation and every other facility and several sculptured crosses. which makes for a thoroughly enjoyable holiday. Golf On Lough Ree the tourist can explore Hare Island ing and fishing are available at their best, and numerous a perfect gem of woodland scenery-where St. Kieran had excursions can be enjoyed, including a visit to Rossturk an oratory before he founded Clonmacnoise, and on the Castle, an elegant mansion, and Rock House; and above lake also is Innisclothrain or " Quaker's Island," where all, it will be found to be a convenient headquarters from are the remains of no less than seven churches of early whence to visit Christian origin. Achill Island and become acquainted with its many Not far north from Athlone is Lissoy, generally ac interesting and peculiar features. Good accommodation cepted as the " Auburn " in Goldsmith's " Deserted is available on the island too. Achill is the largest island Village," and thus described by the poet :- off the west coast of Ireland. Its natural features and " Sweet Auburn, loveliest valley of the plain. the customs of its inhabit~nts render it a place of singu Where peace and plenty- cheer the labouring swain." lar charm, while the unadulterated grandeur of its lofty Here may be pointed out " The village preacher's mountains, precipitous cliffs and picturesque bays at once modest mansion "-the house where Goldsmith lived impress the tourist who revels with his father, who was then rector of Lissoy and pro " in the lone majesty of untamed nature." bably the " village preacher " referred to. The house The hurried traveller must, however, be satisfied with has unfortunately been allowed to fall into decay, but it a superficial examination of the general features, but a is hop d that through a sense of national pride and admi visit should, without fail, be paid to the Cathedral Rocks, ration for the genius of one of the world's greatest poets Keel Strand, Douagh, the Cliffs of Croughaun and it will be saved from the hand of the destroyer and re stored to a worthy state of preservation. Many other objects illustrated in the verses of the " Deserted Vil lage " can easily be located- " The distant church that topp'd the neighbouring hill," :mel " The never failing brook,-the busy mill." But time has uprooted " The hawthorn tree . . with seats beneath the shade." Another halt suggested on the homeward journey is at Mullingar, which is a centre fl'Om which to visit the lovely Westmeath lakes, which are named Lough Owell, Lough En nell, and Lough Derravarragh. fhese lakes are famed for their fishing as well as their charm of scenery, and having seen them, we must proceed to Dublin and end our tour of sightseeing by inspecting the many interesting buildings and environs of the Metropolis. Rttius at Cloumacnoisc. IRISH TRAVEL 130 February, 10~6. estmeath--continued. Crookedwood, back by Knockdrin Castle, or St. Finian's College. Or-Leave Mullingar, on to St. Feighan's Abbey, Fore; trip on Lough Lene; home by Collinstown, Castle pollard or Delvin. SouTHERN AREA.-Trips on River Shannon from Ath lone to C'lonmacnoise and ad lib. Motor to Glasson, " Three Jolly Pigeons," trip on Lough Ree. See Gold smith's home (where his father the Rector li1 ed '" pass ing rich on £ ,10 a year "). IN ATHLO:-.JJ<:-" The Bridge," the Castle, the Fort, Lhe ent!re district-chuck full of the glories of the past. Here the Woollen Mills are worthy of a visit. fo the " drr " American, the " uishquebaug;h " or se1·en years old whiskey of Kilbeggan- pure pot still cooled in the placid waters of the Brosna, will appeal in a speci:ll manner; many Americans, from New York to San Francisco, in the Rockies, and Central States, carr.1· • with them pleas.1nt memori s of the " nip " taken in L ough Enrtel, Mulhngar, moderation. The roads of Westmeath, praised by peer and peasant, " Beef to the heels like the Mull ingar heifers," is a are kept in splendid order, and motoring; is a charm in saying as olu as the hills, and the beef of \~estmeath is itself. The natural blue green of the fields, as mile Leyonc.l compare. after mile of the richest land on earth is passed, instils It is a \'aluable adjunct to the many attractions of the that feeling of peace, and comfort, and hope, that only district, which call for the physical exertion of the those who have motored through Westmealh, on a fine sportsman in :u1 atmosphere whieh rivals any ·'cocktail" day, can realise. for appetisinp- ff1·1'ls. at-3~·SCSVS2~t-~t·S~£!5tJ32~t~E·$C·S~t-52~f}it!·St·S~~2~£!.~Jf}~(!-SOi~C!-4~·!iOSc;.~t!JG~~f'1;~t·~Z.S m ~:a~a~~~·at·a~-a~-a~·a$·a~·1f.·~:2:-aras·a ~£·l~~-as·a~·~-a~·af~ ....a~ars·:.:s-a~-a~~-a~a~-2~g~-a~5·a~1~~ ~M ""~ ~ ro .~ -~ ~ YOUR Hotel in DUBLIN ~ t\4 STAY AT ~ m m ~~ ~~ ffiu -~ ru ~ I JURY'S HOTEL ~ I Hotel Russell ~ m n rn ~ m and RESTAURANT t~ ~i St. Stephen's Green, Dublin ~~ ~ ru ~ m ;1 ~~ ~ Hot and Cold Water and Telephone in every Bedroom. ro ~ ~ 2'l Electric Light. Lift to all Floors. Spacious and Com- flil m ~ fi fort able Public Rooms. Private Suites with Bathroom ~ ~~ Telephone in every Bedroom. ~J ~ ro ~ ~ ~ ru ~1 Only Best Wines and Spirits Supplied. ~ t\4 RESTAURANT GRILL ROOM COFFEE ROOM F T was our intention to publish each month, short L. Gill, part (Sligo). surveys of the more important fishing districts and L. Melvin, part (Bundoran). I facilities in Ireland, but we ha\ e found, on ex L. Fern {Milford). amination of the matter requiring publicity, that it R. Lennan, part (Kilmacrenan). would take all the available space in husH TRAYEL for Gweebarra R. and lakes {Doocharry). tweh'e consecutive issues, to satisfy the requirements of the case. Pending the publication of free literature for Free to Hotel VisitoTs. lhc convenience of our prospecti\'e vis itors, with refe l pper Caragh R., part (Glencar). rence to all parts of the country, we wish to draw the Lower Caragh R. (Glenbeigh). attention of inquirers to the official publication of the Bonet R., part {Dromahaire). Irish Free State Ministry of Fisheries, entitled " The Lackagh R., and Glen L. (H.osapenna). Angler's Guide," which is available fwm Mes rs. Eason Clad.v R. {Gweedore). and Son, Ltd., Dublin, at a cost of 2s. 4·d. (post free). For orthern Ireland, the Guide issued by the Ulster rL np:ling for which T ·icl.-els m·e issued by Ow ])t1y, Tourist Development Association provides a useful sum Weelc or Month. mat-y. R. Suir {Clonmel). As an example of the very efficient manner in which R. · Lee, part {Macroom). th official publication-" The Angler's Guide to the R. Laune, part (K illorglin). Irish Free State "-deals with its subject, we append Waterville R. {Waterville). herewith a summary of the possibilities for salmon R. Maigue (Adare). fishi.ng contained in the preliminary portions of the R. Shannon, part {Castleconnell, Killaloe). work:- Corrib R. {Galway). ANGLING FOR SALM0:\1. Ballynahinch R. and L. {Ballynahinch). It is hardly necessary to say that the best salmon L. Inag-h (Ballynahinch). waters are strictly preserved. There is, however, quite Lower Costelloe Fishery (Cashel, Costelloe) . a lot of good free fishing, mostly on lakes, and on many Kylemore L. and Dawros R. (Letterfrack). other waters permission to fish is given, on application R. Moy, part (Ballina). to the proprietors. There are also a few rivers where Bonet H., part {Dromahaire). the salmon fishing is free to Yisitors staying at certain Sligo R. and L. Gill, part (Sligo). hotels. On a large number of rivers and lakes, tickets for the day, week or month can be taken, whilst other fisheries are leased for one or more seasons. In the fol lowing list, the chief salmon fisheries are classified in accordance with these conditions, and after each is given the centre under which the fishing is described :- Free 1V aters. R. ore (Kilkenny). R. Blackwatet·, part (Fermoy). Bandon R., part (Bandon). Roughty R., part (Kenmare). Killarney Lakes (Killarney). R. Laune, part (Killorglin). Cm·agh L. (Caragh Lake). L. Currane (Waterville). R. Shannon, a little at Killaloe, and on the fot·ds between L. Derg and Athlonc. L. COL-rib (Oughterard). L. Conn (Crossmolina). L. Cullen {Foxford). ErrigalAiou.ntaiJ£, Gweedore. I" the Do,egal Fishi"g District, IRISH TRAVEL 132 February, 1926. R. Erne (Ballyshannon). absent or in negligible numbers. In other rivers the L. Melvin, part (Bundoran). run of fish does not appear till the summer, and some R. Owenea, part (Glenties). of the smaller rivers only hold fish in the autumn. In R. Len nan (Rathmelton F isbery, Kilmacrenan, Rath the following list the chief salmon rivers are classified melton). with reference to the season when the principal runs of Fisherie$ let on Lease for one 01' more Seasom. salmon occur. The seasons must be taken with the R. Slaney (Enniscorthy). reservation that in a large river, or one with obstructions R. Suir (Cahir, Clonmel). to the ascent of fish, the upper waters are usually later R. Blackwater (Ballyhooley, Fermoy). than the lower waters. Some indication of the best R. Lee (Cork). months is given. Bandon R. (Bandon). Rivers holding fresh-run Fish throughout the Season. R. Blackwater, Kerry (Kenmare). R. Liffey.-February to May for spring fish, Septem R. Laune (Killorglin). ber to October for grilse. Upper Caragh R. (Glencar). R. Laune and the Killarney Lakes.-February to R. Shannon (Castleconnell, Killaloe). June. Clare-Galway R. (Tuam). Waterville R., L. Currane and the Cummeragh R. Screebe R. (Screebe). (best in the spring). Erriff R. (Leenane). R. Feale. Bunowen R. (Louisburgh). R. Shannon.-Spring fish March to May, grilse .June Owenduff R. (Ballycroy). and .July. R. Moy (Ballina). Corrib R.-Spring fish April, gt·ilse .June. Ballysodare R. (Ballysodare). Ballynahinch R. and Lakes (Ballynahinch, Glenda Bonet R. (Dromahaire). lough, Derryclare, Inagh, etc.).-Middle of March Drumcliffe R. and Glencar L. (Giencar). to .Tune; autumn. Bundrowes R. (Bundoran). Erriff R.-A pril to .June for spring fish, .J nne to R. Boyne (Drogheda). Septem l, for grilse. R. Dee (Ardee). R. Moy, L. ( onn and L. C'ullen.-February to May R. Glyde (Castlebellingham). for sprin~ fish, .June to September for grilse. An important consideration for the angler in regard Owenduff R.--April to September. to any particular water is the season of the year when R. Lennan.-February to May for spring fish, July the fishing is at its best. In some rivers, clean fish are to September for grilse. to be found throughout the season, in others there is only a run of spring fish, grilse and summer fish being Early or Spring Rivers. R. Slaney .-March to .June. R. Suir.-February to May for spring fish, .Tune and .July for grilse. R. Nore.-February to .June. R. Blackwater.-March and April for spring fish, June and July for grilse. R. Lee.- February to June. R. Bandon.- March to June. Caragh R.- February to April for spring fish, June and July for grilse. R. Maigue.- February to Ma~' · R. Fergus. Bonet R.-March to June. Drumcliffe R. and Glencar L.-March to .Tuly. Sligo R. and L. Gill.-February to May. Bundrowes R.- January to .Tune. L. Melvin.-April to June. Rit.'er Suir at Clonmel. A Fttll/ous F'islliug Ri·per. L. Fern.-April to June. February, 1926. I33 IRISH TRAVEL R. Boyne.-February 12th to end of May. Crolly R.-April to July. R. Dee.-February to May. Gweebarra R.-April to September. R. Glyde.-February to April. Clady .R.-April to July. Summer R-ivers. Lackagh R. and Glen L.-April to June. R. Ilen.-July and August. R. Finn.-June to August. Roughty R.-May to October. Owenboliska R. Late or ,1 ulunm Rive1·s. Clare-Galway R.-MidcHe of April to May for spring Oily R.-August and September. fish, middle of June and July for grilse. R. Fane.-September and October. Costelloe R. and Lakes.-July to October. Very large spring salmon are taken in the R. Shannon, Screebe R. and Lakes.-Middle of June to October. R. Suir, R. Nore, R. Blackwater, R. Boyne, R. Dee, Dawros R. and Kylemore L.-May to September. and R. Glyde. Medium-sized fish and an occasional Carrownisky R.-July to September. large one run up the R. Erne, R. Slaney, R. Lee, Cor Owenmore R.-July to September. rib R. and the R. Moy. In the o'ther rivers small or me Newport R.-July to September. dium fish predominate, and the capture of a large fish Easky R.-July and August. is a rare event. Ballysodare R.-May to .July. The I.T.A. will gladly give further information re R. Erne.-May to September (best months June and July). garding any of the districts mentioned above, but we Glen R.-June to September. strongly urge on intending fishermen the desirability of Owenea R.-April to June for spring fish, June and their possessing a copy of the Guide, which is an en July for grilse. cyclopa:dia of matters Waltonian. 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FISHING The best Hotel in First c]ass : : the South of Ireland. service throughout. Anglers visiting the Free State should consult Moderate Prices. Omnibus attends all trains and steamers. W. HAYNES & SON, FISHING TACKLE EXPERTS APPLY SECRETARY. Telegrams: ''Victoria, Cork." Telephone: Cork 293. for their tackle and advice. CORK. IRISH TRAVEL 13-J- FelJrtwry, 1926. len o eri w-continued. (now Dungrud). The Dalcassians held most of the was nobly employed in the production of his splendid Aherlow valley up to the time of Queen Elizabeth, History of Ireland. though the first Norman invaders appcat· to have had The best views of Aherlow are to be found on the settlements at Galbally, and possibly at Ballinacourty. hill crest, where Coach Road crosses Slievenamuck south Near Dungrud Creamery a fragment of the O'Brien of Tipperary, or near Bansha at Molbay Cross. Though Castle remains, the great " Dun " being near at hand. the road through the G len itself affords many glimpses Since the days of Brian, the Glen of Aherlow has been of beautiful scenery, too, almost any part of the moun intimately connected with every phase of the country's tain is worth climbing, as there are magnifi::!ent views history. Held for centuries by a branch of the royal from the hill crest, whi lst the lakes, smrounded by wild, family of O'Briens, it proved a natural fortress from rugged cliffs, have a charm that is all their own. One which invaders or rival clans could always xpect a fierce or the lakes, Muskt·y, has for its title the last relic of resistance. The suppression of the Desmond rebellion a place-name derived from Cairbra Muse, son of King in the reign of Elizabeth led to a partial extirpation of Conn of the Hundred Battles. Ile owned the territory the inhabitants and brought to an end the more im. at the eastern end of A her low formerly known as portant period of its his tory. Its natural strength was, Muskry Quirke. however, availed of in many a subsequent struggle for which Munster was the cockpit. Antiquities. The historian, Geoffrey Keating, was a priest at At the base of the Galtees there are the remains of Tubbrid, near Cahir, in the 17th century, who in the th(; curious little churches of h u Trish saints. At Kil pursuance of his duties denounced publicly a woman of peacon, near Kilmoyler, lhe lillie Chmch of St. Becan evil life. According to the tradition, the Presid nt of (sixth century) remains, containing some inscriptions in Munster, or some other powerful person, was a friend Irish. St. Bel'l'ihert's, Kyle, near A rdane, contains of hers, and she appealed to him for protection. There many little carved crosses. At C'lonbeg, St. Sedna, wiH' upon the priest was out Ia wed and had to flee for his life. was a disciple of SL. Scnan of Scaltery Island, ruled, it He took refuge in A herlow, with its wooded fastnesses is s 1id, as a bishop. He was Lhc patron of lhe clan and mountain recesses, and his enforced leisure there Brit! Jl. To CANADA U.S.A. JAPAN CHINA Frequent sailings from COBH to QUEBEC and MONTREAL in Summer, SAINT JOHN, N.B. in Winter. Through Bookings in connection with Canadian Australasian Line To NEW ZEALAND and AUSTRALIA For safety of funds when travelling Carry Dominion Express Travellers Cheques. For Fares and Sailings apply:- CANADIAN PACIFIC RAILWAY 1 0 WESTBOUR'NE PLACE COSH or local agents everywhere. Febnw1·y, 1926. 135 IRISH TRAVEL CHAIN OF HOTELS TWO OF THE CLARENCE HOTEL, BEST KNOWN ROYAL EXCHANGE HOTEL, WELLINGTON QUAY, DUBLIN AND M05T PARLIAMENT STREET DUBLIN. Central. Fully Licensed. 70 Bedrooms. COMFORT ABLE Comfort of Visitors assured. HOTELS IN Excellent Cooking. 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Telegrams -PrioacJ, 'Dublin. Telephone-Dublin 800. ~~~~~~~~~·~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~ MUNSTER & LEINSTER BANK LIMITED. BALANCE SHEET, 31st DECEMBER, ------1925. Liabilities. Assets. Capital:- £ s. d. £ s. d. 25o,ooo Shares of £5 each, Cash on hand and with other £2 paid £5oo,ooo o o Bankers ... £1,959,224 6 II Reserve Fund ... r, 17o,ooo o o Ioney at Call and at Short 1,670,000 0 0 Notice 802,405 9 9 2,761,629 16 8 Deposit, Current and other Accounts 25,527,623 9 ro Investments:- War Loan and other British andirishGovernm'tStocks 9,415,853 12 Profit and Loss:- Corporat'n Stocks, Railway Balance from 3oth June, 1925 47,030 15 9 Debenture and Preference Net Profit for half-year Stocks and Debenture ended 31st Dec., 1925 93,4II I 8 Bonds 105,869 7 6 9.521,722 19 7 140,44 I 17 5 Less Amount transferred to 12,283,352 r6 3 Reserve Fund and Premises Bills Discounted 1,724,634 17 II Account 45,000 0 0 Advances on Securities and Current Acc'ts ... 12,944·160 9 0 95.441 17 .5 Bank Premise , Head Office and Branches 340,917 4 £27,293,065 7 3 £27,293,065 7 3 FRANCIS JAMES LILLIS, "\.. ALFRED ROBINSON MacM LLEN, !Directors. E. B. DILLON, General Manager. J. L. GUBBINS, Secretary. AUDITORS' CERTIFICATE AND REPORT. We have audited the above Balance Sheet, examined the books of the Company and obtained all the information and explana tious we have required. \Ve have verified the Cash Balances with London and other Bankers, the Investments of the Bank, and the Securities held against Money at Call and Short Notice. \Ve have to report that in our opinion such Balance Sheet is properly drawn up so as to exhibit a true and correct view of the state of the Company's affairs according to the best of our information and the explanations given to us, and as shown by the books of the Company. PURTILL & COMPANY, 9th jan'lllary, 1926. Auditor·.