Irish Election Literature

… what you maybe meant to keep…

1989 edition of “Republican Worker” -Journal of The RDG (Faction of the SWP) November 15, 2017

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The Spring 1989 edition of “Republican Worker” -Journal of The RDG (Faction of the SWP) . The RDG were the Revolutionary Democratic Group. This publication is from their Scottish branch and contains a discussion paper on “British Withdrawal and Irish Solidarity” as well as details of “Hands Off Ireland” campaign and “The Committee for an Irish Solidarity Forum” (which contained among others The IRSP, RDG, Lenisist, Internationalists, RCG, RIL, Workers Power and Red Action) I’ve uploaded it in pdf here

 

Leaflet from Andy O’Brien -Labour Youth.- National Chair November 14, 2017

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From the 2017 Labour Youth Conference a leaflet from Andy O’Brien who was running for the position of National Chair of Labour Youth.
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“Churchtown Past & Present” leaflet from Neale Richmond – Fine Gael – Dublin Rathdown November 13, 2017

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“Churchtown Past & Present” a lovely leaflet giving the history of many of the local landmarks of Churchtown in Dublin. It was produced by Fine Gael Senator Neale Richmond. I must confess to loving leaflets like this with Local History in them.
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“Céad Mile Fáilte” early 90’s leaflet from Amnesty International regarding the treatment of asylum seekers in Ireland

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“Céad Mile Fáilte” an early 90’s leaflet from Amnesty International regarding the treatment of asylum seekers in Ireland.

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1995 Ad for Extras in the Bloody Sunday scene of the “Michael Collins” Movie filmed at the Carlisle Grounds in Bray November 9, 2017

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From the 1995 All-Ireland Football final match programme an ad looking for Extras in the Bloody Sunday scene of the “Michael Collins” Movie filmed at the Carlisle Grounds in Bray. There were various prizes including a years rental from Xtravision. Women were “welcome dressed in male clothing”.

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Cumann na Saoirse “Points for Canvassers” leaflet from 1922

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From 1922 a Cumann na Saoirse “Points for Canvassers” leaflet outlining their Pro-Treaty stance. Cumann na Saoirse were founded after a split from the anti treaty Cumann na mBan.

 

2002 Leaflet from Noel Grealish -Progressive Democrats – Galway West November 7, 2017

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From the 2002 General Election,a leaflet from Noel Grealish of the Progressive Democrats running in Galway West. Grealish was elected. His running mates were Donal Lyons and Declan McDonnell.
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“Che Guevara – Symbol of Struggle” CWI Pamphlet circa 2003 November 6, 2017

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“Che Guevara – Symbol of Struggle” a CWI Pamphlet by Tony Saunois circa 2003 that was Distributed by The Socialist Party in Ireland. I’ve uploaded it in pdf format here
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From 1995 “Dunnes Stores National Strike” leaflet from Mandate October 30, 2017

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From 1995 a “Dunnes Stores National Strike” leaflet produced by the Trade Union Mandate. Interesting to see ‘Zero Hour Contracts” being an issue back then.
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Leaflet from John Minihan- Progressive Democrats -1999 Local Elections- Cork South East October 25, 2017

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From the 1999 Local Elections a leaflet from John Minihan running for the Progressive Democrats in Cork South East. Minihan was elected to Cork City Council.
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June 1937 Election edition of “Sean Óglac” Paper of The Old IRA October 23, 2017

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From the run up to the 1937 General Election an edition of “Sean Óglac” The “Official Organ of the National Association of Old Irish Republican Army”. It advocates for a vote for Fianna Fail giving detailed reasons why. There are other notices which are interesting too. Click on the image to enlarge.
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Leaflet from Mary Mannion -Progressive Democrats -Killaloe -2004 Local Elections October 22, 2017

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From the 2004 Local Elections , a leaflet from Mary Mannion of The Progressive Democrats who was running in Killaloe for a seat on Clare County Council.
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“The Way To Peace Outlined by Eamon De Valera” from Fianna Fáil in 1934 October 20, 2017

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From 1934 a booklet “The Way To Peace Outlined by Eamon De Valera” issued by Fianna Fáil. Historically it’s of interest as among other things,it covers a Dail Debate which centres on Communism in Ireland as well as The Blueshirts and General O’Duffy. Interesting too that Dail debates were issued by the parties themselves. I’ve scanned and uploaded it in pdf format available here

 

Leaflet from Stephen Kearon -Fianna Fail -1999 Local Elections- Wicklow UDC October 19, 2017

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From the 1999 Local Elections a leaflet from Stephen Kearon of Fianna Fail who was running for a seat on Wicklow UDC.
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Leaflet from Máirín Quill- Progressive Democrats -Cork North East -2004 Local Elections October 18, 2017

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From the 2004 Local Elections , a leaflet from Máirín Quill of The Progressive Democrats running in Cork North East where she topped the poll and was elected on the first count.
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Flyer from Liam Van Der Spek – Labour Local Area Rep in Cavan

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A Flyer from Liam Van Der Spek who is The Labour Local Area Rep in Cavan, with the intention of running in the 2019 Local Elections.
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Leaflet from Nicola Byrne -Progressive Democrats – Malahide -2004 Local Elections October 17, 2017

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A Leaflet from Nicola Byrne of The Progressive Democrats when running in Malahide in the 2004 Local Elections. She polled 1052 votes and missed out on a seat.
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The 1977 Fianna Fail General Election Manifesto October 16, 2017

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The Fianna Fail Manifesto from the 1977 General Election I’ve scanned and uploaded it in pdf format here
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