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Letter to Nora Ashe from Padraig, 1916 June 12

 File — Box: 1, Folder: 1
Identifier: MSE/IR1045-1

Scope and Contents

Contains one letter written in Irish to Nora Ashe from a "Pádraig." It's a general letter offering comfort to Nora. He notes his concern for Thomas, but also his pride for what Thomas is doing for Ireland. Includes general comments about the community being distraught over Thomas' imprisonment. Padraig suspects that there will be a general amnesty for the prisoners. Pádraig mentions he hopes everyone will soon be back in Kinard, telling tales around the fire, indicating that he knew the Ashe family well.

Includes spelling variations common to the period.

Dates

  • Creation: 1916 June 12

Language of Materials

In Irish

Conditions Governing Access

The collection is open for research.

Processing Information

A transcribed copy of the letter is available in the collection cover file.

Repository Details

Part of the University of Notre Dame Rare Books & Special Collections Repository

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