“There can be no more delays, expert groups or excuses” an X-case leaflet distributed by The Socialist Workers Party at recent Action on X demos in Dublin.
Fianna Fail Ard Fheis Report 1965 May 11, 2013
A 1965 Fianna Fail document giving a report of that years Ard Fheis. Presumably sent to party members after the event.
The document contains some very interesting motions and of course names.
Of which the sender (many thanks) notes….
A motion to establish cumman in 6 Counties (didn’t happen until this year).
A cumman in Scotland! (We have one now in Bruxelles and one in London).
….the Vice Presidents are Sean MacEntee, Jim Ryan, Gerry Boland and Padraig Pearse’s sister Margaret!!
There’s lots more here besides….
From 1972 Referendum on Entry to EEC a Flyer from Sinn Fein “Lynch and Cosgrave Auctioneers..For Sale…” May 9, 2013
From the 1972 Referendum on Entry to EEC a Flyer from Sinn Fein “Lynch and Cosgrave Auctioneers..For Sale…”
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From 2003 ‘Labour Calls for National Debate on Waste Charges’
From 2003 when Clare Daly and Joe Higgins were in Jail over Bin Charges protests a press release from Labours Hughie Baxter calling ‘for a national debate on waste charges’ , it also contrasts the way Daly and Higgins were treated with others.
From 1992 a flyer for a Pro Life public meeting in Foxrock featuring William Binchy and Berry Kiely.
From the 1992 Abortion Referendum(s) Campaign a flyer for a public meeting in Foxrock Community Centre sponsored by Pro -Life Foxrock District featuring William Binchy and Berry Kiely.
‘Vote Kate Feeney No 1 for Uachtarán’ of Ogra Fianna Fail Leaflet May 8, 2013
From the 2013 Ogra Fianna Fail elections a leaflet ‘Vote Kate Feeney No 1 for Uachtarán’ . Feeney was successful and is now the Uachtarán of Ogra Fianna Fail.
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December 2004 Leaflet from the Coolock/Artane Campaign Against The Bin Tax
From December 2004 a leaflet from the Coolock/Artane Campaign Against The Bin Tax about the computerization of bin lorries, debt collectors and more related to the Bin Tax.
2011 GE Fianna Fail letter stating they “will oppose moves to legalise abortion in Ireland” May 6, 2013
From the 2011 General Election a copy of an email from FF HQ to a member of the Pro Life lobby about their intention not to legislate for Abortion in Ireland.
“Fianna Fáil states that it will uphold the right of the Irish people, and the Irish people alone, to decide on Ireland’s abortion laws. Fianna Fáil will oppose moves to legalise abortion in Ireland,”
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Vote No 1 Declan Ganley -Libertas -2009 European Elections -Ireland North West May 3, 2013
From the 2009 European Elections an Ad for Libertas candidate in Ireland North West Declan Ganley. Ganley polled 67,638 votes and missed out on the final seat.
1981 H Block/ Armagh Committee leaflet looking to build support among the Trade Union movement for the Hunger Strike. May 2, 2013
From July 1981 (at which stage six of the Hunger Strikers had died) a leaflet from the H Block /Armagh Committee looking to build support among the Trade Union movement for the Hunger Strikers and their demands.
The Government Information Booklet from the 1995 Divorce Referendum May 1, 2013
From the 1995 Divorce Referendum the Government Information booklet produced to inform voters of the merits of both the Yes side and the No side.
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From 2012 a flyer for a ‘Pro-Life Training Boot Camp’
From the Northern Ireland prolife group Precious Life a flyer for a ‘Pro-Life Training Boot Camp’ held in November 2012.
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An Invitation to the 1976 Fine Gael Borris in Ossory ‘First Annual Dinner & Dance’ … music by ‘The Cufflinks’
An Invitation to the 1976 Fine Gael Borris in Ossory ‘First Annual Dinner & Dance’ . The night featured music by ‘The Cufflinks’ and a Guest Speaker Tom O’Donnell TD. The guest of honour was Mr James Phelan.
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“Fight the ban on abortion rights .. X is not Enough” Leaflet from the Socialist Party. April 30, 2013
“Fight the ban on abortion rights .. X is not Enough” a leaflet from the Socialist Party. The leaflet outlines the party’s pro choice position as well as criticising the proposed framework of six doctors and legislating for X . The leaflet was distributed at the 29th April 2013 Action on X rally in Dublin.
Vote Oliver J Flanagan for Vice President flyer from the 1971 Fine Gael Ard Fheis April 29, 2013
From the 1971 Fine Gael Ard Fheis a flyer from legendary Fine Gael TD Oliver J. Flanagan who was running for the Fine Gael Vice Presidency.
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Leaflet from “Action on X” ‘Women’s lives matter! Make abortion accessible’
A Leaflet from “Action on X” ‘Women’s lives matter! Make abortion accessible’ demanding X legislation and advertising a meeting on the 8th of May as well as a protest on the 18th of May 2013.
Leaflet from John Kenny -Progressive Democrats -2004 Local Elections South East Inner City
From the 2004 Local Elections a newsletter from Progressive Democrats candidate John Kenny who was running in Dublins South East Inner City Ward. Kenny polled 324 votes and failed to win a seat. He was co-opted to replace Wendy Hederman on Dublin City Council in 2007 and didn’t stand in the 2009 Local Elections by which time the PDs had disbanded.
Flyer from Fianna Fail Belfast from the 2013 Fianna Fail Ard Fheis April 27, 2013
From the 2013 Fianna Fail Ard Fheis a Flyer from Fianna Fail Belfast. Curious if they would field candidates there in future.
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