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,”
Many thanks to the sender.
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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Flyer for Gillian Coughlan -Fianna Fail Committee Of 20 Elections 2013
From the 2013 Fianna Fail Ard Fheis a flyer from Bandon Town Councillor Gillian Coughlan who is running for a seat on the Committee of Twenty.
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Leaflet from Ardal O’Hanlon -1985 NIHE Students Union Election April 26, 2013
From the 1985? NIHE (Now DCU) Student Union Elections a leaflet for comedian and Father Ted star Ardal O’Hanlon who was running for the role of Students Union president.
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Flyer from Emer O’Donovan -Fianna Fail Committee of 20 Elections 2013 April 25, 2013
From the 2013 Fianna Fail Ard Fheis a flyer for Emer O’Donovan who is running for the Committee of Twenty. The Limerick based Cork native is Organiser for Munster Ogra Fianna Fail.
Her Campaign Facebook Page and Twitter
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Flyer from James Lawless -Fianna Fail Committee of 20 Elections 2013
From the 2013 Fianna Fail Ard Fheis a flyer for James Lawless who is running for the Committee of Twenty. He is amongst other things, The Partys Naas Area Rep and the editor of ‘Cuisle’ magazine.
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Leaflet from Francis O’Brien -Fianna Fail – Agricultural Panel -2007 Seanad Election April 24, 2013
From the 2007 Seanad election a leaflet for Fianna Fail senator Francis O’Brien who was running for a seat on the Agricultural Panel. The Monaghan based O’Brien was elected.
He has been in the news recently “after appearing in court on a charge of demanding €100,000 with menaces.“
“To All GAA Fans… Support The Hunger Strikers” leaflet
From the 1981 Hunger Strike a leaflet “To All GAA Fans… Support The Hunger Strikers”. The leaflet give details of how the GAA Central Council had issued a directive that no support by any part of the GAA should be given to the H-Block Campaign as it was ‘Party Political’ . The GAA had previously supported the Hunger Strikers five demands.
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