Got this recently , a leaflet from the ‘Ulster Democratic Unionist Association Co. Londonderry’, outlining their aims and objectives. I think its from the early 80s but can’t be sure. I can’t find anything online about them. I presume that they were linked to the Democratic Unionist Party.
If anyone has any details of the group I’d love to know.
“Save Ulster with the Ulster Democratic Unionist Association” Leaflet ..from the early 80s? November 30, 2011
From 2006 “A New Heart for Dublin” -Progressive Democrat Proposals for a new High Rise Quarter where Dublin Port was (with great pics) November 29, 2011
This is quite interesting, its from early 2006 and the PD’s propose moving Dublin Port to Drogheda using a comparison with Helsinki. The move was to happen over a 20 year period with a ‘New Quarter’ proposed where Dublin Port was.
This ‘New Quarter’ was to be filled with high rise buildings, a port for cruise liners and much more.
As the last days of the Celtic Tiger were still in full swing the image of what Dublin may have looked like had the madness gone on.
Flyer from David Monaghan -Independent -2009 Local Elections -Naas November 29, 2011
From the 2009 Local Elections a flyer from Independent candidate David Monaghan who was running in Naas. Monaghan polled 129 votes and failed to win a seat.
“Theres more than one way to capture the World Cup” -Ronnie Whelan Italia ’90 ad for Video Recorders November 28, 2011
Something slightly different to what I normally post…. But found it in an old Italia 90 magazine at home. Ronnie Whelan advertising Mtsubishi Televisions and Videos.
Postcard to Enda Kenny seeking a Papal Visit and reopening of Irelands Embassy to the Holy See November 28, 2011
From the Ireland Stand Up Campaign , a postcard to Enda Kenny looking for the Irish Embassy to the Vatican to be reopened. They also want an invite for” Pope Benedict XVI to Ireland for the closing ceremonies of the 50th International Eucharistic Congress June 10th-17th 2012 in Croke Park, Dublin”
Tony Gregory Leaflets from 1991 and 1992 November 28, 2011
Two old leaflets from the late Tony Gregory. One from the 1991 Local Elections and the second I think from 1992.
“Don’t Be A Sitting Duck” -flyer for Sinn Fein Anti Cuts rally cancelled due to bad weather December 2010 November 27, 2011
A Sinn Féin leaflet advertising a rally against cuts and unemployment for December 4th 2010.
The rally was postponed sue to severe winter weather which shut down much of the country.
Many thanks to the sender.
“By working together, socialist and christian activists can radically change the nature of politics in Ireland” -Emmet Stagg Leaflet late 80′s November 26, 2011
With a striking image and the famous quote “When I give food to the poor, they call me a saint. When I ask why are they poor, they call me a Communist.” from Archbishop Camara, this leaflet from Emmet Stagg asks “By working together, socialist and christian activists can radically change the nature of politics in Ireland”.
I don’t know if anything came from this Christian Socialist message which I think was from the 1989 General Election campaign.
Flyer from Mairin Hyland -Progressive Democrats -1991 Local Elections Celbridge November 26, 2011
From the 1991 Local Elections a flyer from Progressive Democrat candidate Mairin Hyland who was running for a seat on Kildare County Council in the Celbridge LEA. She polled 372 votes and failed to win a seat.
Flyer from Shane Ross about the proposed closure of the Motor Tax Office in Nutgrove Shopping Centre November 25, 2011
Picked this leaflet from Shane Ross up today outside the Motor Taxation Office in Nutgrove Shopping Centre. From talking to the gents manning the table with the petition its due to close by the end of December. Given the Shopping Centre is under enough pressure from having Dundrum in its vicinity, the closure can only put more pressure on the various outlets in the centre.
I was informed too that Ross is the only local TD taking an interest in the issue. He is the only opposition TD in Dublin South!
From 1999 Shamrock Rovers Letters Re Tallaght Stadium November 24, 2011
Found these and thought worth posting….
A letter from Cllr John Lahart in response to a letter from myself regarding Tallaght Stadium and what prompted it all.
1988 Letter of support from The Housemartins to Shamrock Rovers Fans over the loss of Milltown. November 23, 2011
From the Christmas 1988 edition of the Shamrock Rovers fanzine “Glenmalure Gazette” a letter of support from the band The Housemartins to Shamrock Rovers Fans over the loss of Milltown.
Given that the band split in late 1988 , it was possibly one of their last acts as a band.
Will scan and post the rest of the issue when I’ve a chance.
(with pic of ‘Naas Ball’) “Be On The Ball – Naas needs a TD Now!” -Darren Scully -Fine Gael -2007 General Election -Kildare North November 23, 2011
Another 2007 leaflet from Fine Gael candidate Darren Scully. With the slogan “Be On The Ball – Naas needs a TD Now!” we also have a picture of the “Naas Ball” .
“Straight Talking” – Darren Scully -Fine Gael -Kildare North 2007 General Election November 22, 2011
“Straight Talking” a 2007 General Election Flyer from Naas based Fine Gael Councillor Darren Scully. Scully failed to win a seat polling 4,250 votes.
*If anyone wants to use this image contact me
“Say NO while you still have a chance” -Fine Gael -1968 Change in Voting system Referendum November 22, 2011
From the 1968 Referendum on the system of voting , Fine Gael urge voters to “Say NO while you still have a chance” .
There were two Referendums on that day both defeated.
The change in voting one was
To substitute for the present system of voting at Dáil elections the “straight vote” system in single-member constituencies;
To establish a Commission to determine constituencies, subject to the right of the Dáil to amend the constituencies as so determined; and
To provide that whenever the Dáil is dissolved the outgoing Ceann Comhairle may be returned, without a contest, as a second deputy for a constituency chosen by him which consists of, or includes a part of, the constituency he represented before the dissolution.
Whilst the Formation of Dail Constituencies Referendum….
The Third Amendment of the Constitution Bill, 1968, proposes that in forming Dáil constituencies, the population per deputy in any case may not be greater or less than the national average by more than one-sixth and that regard must be had to the extent and accessibility of constituencies, the need for having convenient areas of representation and the desirability of avoiding the over-lapping of county boundaries.
Both were rejected.
‘Kemmy For Ward 3′ – Jim Kemmy Democratic Socialist Party 1985 Local Elections November 21, 2011
From the 1985 Local Elections, the cover of an election edition of the Democratic Socialist Party paper ‘The Free Press’ which announces that Jim Kemmy will be standing in Ward 3.
Kemmy was duly elected on the first count , topping the poll. (Old Limerick Local Election results here)
Many thanks to the sender.
“1981 Hunger Strike -19th Anniversary May 2000″ -Leaflet with programme of events. November 20, 2011
From 2000 a leaflet outlining events to commemorate the “1981 Hunger Strike -19th Anniversary May 2000″.
From 1923 “The Challenge – Government and Order V The Irregulars and Anarchy” Cumann na nGaedhael November 19, 2011
From the 1923 General Election and a piece from Cumann na nGaedhael illustrating some of the issues of the time .
“The Challenge – Government and Order V The Irregulars and Anarchy”
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