Carrownurlaur
Civil Parish of Liskeevy
Trish O'Donnell
Carrownurlaur is a townland situated in the north extremity of the Civil Parish of Lisgeevy, in the Barony of Dunmore, Co. Galway. It is bounded on the west by the Civil Parish of Addergoole and to the south by the townlands of Carrownurlaur and Curraghaderry. Carrownurlaur is bounded on the north and west by the Parish of Crossboyne, Co. Mayo.
The Down Survey Map 1641 provides information about this townland called; Carronvolare. Redmond Birmingham (Catholic) was the owner in 1641 pre-Cromwell. Edward Gough (Catholic) was the owner in 1670 post Cromwell.
According to O’Donovan’s Field Name Books 1838, the standard name is Carrownurlaur. Other forms of the name are; Carrownurlaur, Ceathramhadh an Urláir, C. an Urláir, Carrowanurlaur By. S. S. Map, Carraenurlaun Larkin’s Co. Map of Galway, Carrowanurlan Inq.Temp. Jac. I.
Carrownurlaur was the property of J. Lambert of Brookhill Co. Mayo. The townland consists of 1558 acres statute measure including about 575 acres of bog. There is a triangulation Station in the north end of this townland called Carrownaurlar. There is an ancient fort in the south west end of this townland. J. Lambert was a member of the Lambert- Brookhill family.
Census 1841 – 1851
The townland of Carrownurlaur in 1851 held an area of 1,583 acres, 0 roods and 7 perches. The population in 1841 was 548 inhabitants, 289 male and 259 female. There were 95 houses, 3 of which were vacant. In 1851 the townland had dwindled slightly from 548 down to 438, 208 male and 230 female. There were 84 houses, 3 of which were vacant. The Poor Law Valuation of the townland of Carrownurlaur in 1851 was £469.
Old Age Pension Census Search Forms
John Dowde – Application Number C17 7654
John applied for the pension on the 3rd October 1917. At the time of this application his address was; Cahernorlar, Milltown, Co. Galway. According to John he was the son of John and Nappie Dowd. They were married in 1843 and resided in Carrownurlaur, in the civil parish of Liskeevy, Barony of Dunmore, Co. Galway in 1851. There is a list of children provided on the 1851 Census Forms; Brian Dowde (5), Thomas Dowde, Mary Dowde (7), Bridget Dowde (2), and Margt Dowde. John was not found.
Mary Connolly – Application Number C 22 13
Mary applied for the pension on 2nd January 1922. At the time of this application, her address was, Mrs Mary Raftery, Belmont, Milltown, Tuam. According to Mary she was the daughter of John and Bridget Connolly. They resided in Carrownurlaur, in the civil parish of Liskeevy, Barony of Dunmore, Co. Galway in 1851. There is a list of children provided on the 1851 Census Forms; John Connolly, Michl Connolly, and Mary Connolly. Mary was awarded a pension of £16, 16s per annum.
Griffith’s Valuation 1855
According to Griffith’s Valuation 1855 the land in Carrownurlaur was owned by five landlords namely; Courtney K. Clarke, Michael Varley, William White, Ousley Knox, and Joseph Lambert. They in turn leased this land to fifty-nine tenants.
The tenants were; Michael Varley, William Varley, Patrick Flannery, Anne Hoban (Mick), John Monaghan, John Doogan, James Doogan, Thomas Fitzpatrick, Patrick Cosgrove, John Cunningham, Thomas Whistead, Thomas Casserly, Thomas Whistead, John Keely, John Dowd, Anne Doogan, Patrick Devan Jun., Thomas Cunningham, Martin Cunningham, Anne Hoban (Tom), Patrick Gilmore, Patrick Connolly, Michael Cunningham, Michael Burke, Michael Connolly, Michael Connolly, Patrick Devan Sen., Michael Coloran, Joseph Lambert, Michael Walsh, Michael Burke, Thomas Burke, William White, Michael Coyne, James Hart, Michael Hart, Patrick Joyce, Myles Joyce, Mary Gibbons (of No. 35), Myles Gibbons (of No. 55), Patrick Joyce, Mary Gibbons, Myles Gibbons, Martin Coyne, Michael Kiggins, Michael Slattery, William Brogan, Patrick Flynn, Patrick Glynn, Patrick Brogan, Patrick Wallace, William Brogan, Patrick Flynn, Patrick Glynn, Patrick Hernon, John Devan, Catherine Boyle, John Kane, Bridget Connolly, and Courtney K. Clarke.
The total land area of Carrownurlaur was 1583 acres, 0 roods, and 7 perches with a total annual valuation of rateable property of £647, 10 shillings, and 0d (pence).
1901 Census
There are 62 households listed in the townland of Carrownurlaur in 1901. There were a total of 314 inhabitants, 175 male and 139 female. All the house were built with permanent materials i.e. stone, brick or concrete and all the roofs were all made of perishable material i.e. thatch or wood, except one, which had a roof made from tile, slate or iron. All the houses were listed as private dwellings. All the residents of the townland were Roman Catholic and all were born in Co Galway, except 14 people, 13 who were born in Co Mayo and one person born in England.
There were 117 out houses and farm buildings in this townland during the 1901 census. The B2 census return form seems to be omitted from the on-line record. Therefore, we do not have a breakdown of the various out houses and farm buildings for each household.
The heads of the households were: Patrick Brogan, Margaret Brogan, Bridget Cumins, Mary Keenan, Margaret Slattery, John Brogan, James Brogan, Honoria Glynn, John Mullins, Michael Coyne, Thomas Brogan, Mary Wallace, Ellen Flynn, Michael Hernan, Thomas Molloney, David Gibbons, Michael Flannery, Mary Flannery, William Heneghan, James Kiggins, John Coyne, Kate Coyne, John Cunningham, Sarah Joyce, William Prendergast, Patrick Flynn, Catherine Flynn, Mary Harte, Michael Walsh, Patrick Burke, Thomas Burke, Myles Burke, William Cruise, John Devane, Thomas Devane, Michael Devane, William Cunningham, Patrick Cunningham, William Joyce, John Connolly, Bridget Connolly, Bridget Gilmore, James Hoban, Kate Hoban, William Cunningham, Peter Hoban, John Cunningham, Michael Flynn, Thomas Varily, Mark Devane, Michael Hoban, Michael Duggan, Martin Keely, Patrick Kiggins, Thomas Fitzpatrick, Bridget Cosgrove, Patrick Moran, Martin Moran, Martin Duggan, Edward Healy, John Kelly, Bridget Kiely, Bryan Dowd and John Flynn. The 1901 census forms were collected on the 11th April 1901.
Patrick Brogan, (50), a widower, gave his occupation as a farmer; he spoke Irish and English and he was able to read and write. Patrick lived with his sons Thomas (25) and Patrick (22). Both sons were listed as farmers’ sons and both spoke Irish and English. Thomas could read only while Patrick was able to read and write. Thomas and Patrick were both listed as single. Patrick and his sons lived in a 3rd class house withy 2 front windows and 2 rooms. Patrick Brogan was listed as the owner of the land on which the house was situated along with 2 out-offices or farm steadings.
Margaret Brogan, (50), a widow, gave her occupation as a housekeeper. She spoke Irish and English but she was unable to read. Margaret lived with her son Thomas (22) and daughter Margaret (20). Thomas was a farmer’s son, he spoke Irish and English and he was able to read and write. Margaret was a house maid, she spoke Irish and English and she was able to read and write. Both Thomas and Margaret were listed as single. Margaret and her family lived in a 3rd class house with 1 front window and 2 rooms. Margaret Brogan was listed as the owner of the land on which the house was situated.
Bridget Cumins, (82), a widow, was born in Co Mayo, she was listed as a farmer; she spoke Irish and English but she was unable to read or write. Bridget lived with her daughter in law Bridget Cumins (45) and grandson Martin Cumins (16). Bridget was a widow, she also was born in Co Mayo, she spoke Irish and English and she was able to read and write. Martin was listed as a farmer’s son; he spoke Irish and English and he was able to read and write. Martin was listed as single. Bridget and her family lived in a 2nd class house with 2 front windows and 3 rooms. Bridget Cumins was listed as the owner of the land on which the house was situated along with 2 out-offices or farm steadings.
Mary Keenan, a widow, gave her occupation as a farmer; she spoke Irish and English but she was unable to read or write. Mary lived with her sons Martin (34) and John (28). Martin and John were both listed as farmer’s sons; both spoke Irish and English. Martin was unable to read; while John could read and write. Both Martin and John were listed as single. Mary and her family lived in a 2nd class house with 3 front windows and 3 rooms. Mary Keenan was listed as the owner of the land on which the house was situated along with 2 out-offices or farm steadings.
Margaret Slattery, (62), was born in Co Mayo, she listed her occupation as a farmer; she spoke Irish and English but she was unable to read. Margaret lived with her daughter Mary (37) and 2 sons Michael (34) and David (26). Mary was a farmer’s daughter; while Michael and David were farmer’s sons. All 3 spoke Irish and English and all were able to read and write. Mary, Michael and David were all listed as single. Margaret and her family lived in a 2nd class house with 3 front windows and 3 rooms. Margaret Slattery was listed as the owner of the land on which the house was situated along with 3 out-offices or farm steadings.
John Brogan, (60), was listed as a farmer; he spoke Irish and English but he was unable to read. John lived with his wife Mary (30) and their 3 children Bridie (5), Thomas (3) and Mary (1). Mary was listed as a farmer’s wife; she spoke Irish and English and she was able to read and write. Bridie was a scholar, she was able to read and write. Thomas and Mary had no occupation listed; they were both listed as being unable to read. No language was listed for Bridie, Thomas or Mary. John and his family lived in a 2nd class house with 3 front windows and 3 rooms. John Brogan was listed as the owner of the land on which the house was situated along with 1 out-office or farm steading.
James Brogan, (40), was a farmer; he spoke Irish and English and he was able to read and write. James lived with his wife Kate (35) and their 5 children Delia (10), William (7), Mary (4), Margaret (2) and Patrick (1). Kate was listed as a farmer’s wife, she spoke Irish and English and she was able to read and write. Delia and William were both scholars; while Mary, Margaret and Patrick had no occupation. Delia was able to read and write; while William could read only. Mary, Margaret and William were listed as being unable to read. Delia, William and Mary spoke Irish and English; Margaret spoke English only and no language was listed for Patrick. James and his family lived in a 3rd class house with 2 front windows and 2 rooms. John Brogan was listed as the owner of the land on which the house was situated.
Honoria Glynn, (50), a widow, gave her occupation as a farmer. She spoke Irish and English but she was unable to read. Honoria lived with her sons John (25) and Thomas (21). Both John and Thomas were listed as farmer’s sons. Both spoke Irish and English. John was unable to read; while Thomas could read and write. John and Thomas were both listed as single. Honoria and her family lived in a 2nd class house with 3 front windows and 3 rooms. Honoria Glynn was listed as the owner of the land on which the house was situated along with 2 out-offices or farm steadings.
John Mullins, (60), gave his occupation as a farmer; he spoke Irish and English and he was able to read only. John lived with his wife Bridget (50) and son Thomas (27). Bridget was a farmer’s wife; she spoke Irish and English but she was unable to read or write. Thomas was a farmer’s son; he spoke Irish and English and was able to read and write. Thomas was listed as single. John and his family lived in a 2nd class house with 3 front windows and 3 rooms. John Mullins was listed as the owner of the land on which the house was situated along with 3 out-offices or farm steadings.
Michael Coyne, (55), gave his occupation as a labourer; he spoke Irish and English but he was unable to read or write. Bridget was listed as a labourer’s wife; she spoke Irish and English but she was unable to read. Michael was a labourer’s son; he spoke Irish and English and he was able to read and write and he was listed as single. Michael and his family lived in a 3rd class house with 2 front windows and 2 rooms. Thomas Brogan was listed as the owner of the land on which the house was situated.
Thomas Brogan, (52), was listed as a farmer; he spoke Irish and English and he was able to read and write. Thomas lived with his wife Margaret (50) and their 4 children Honor (27), Michael (25), Thomas (21) and John (18). Margaret was a farmer’s wife, she spoke Irish and English but she was unable to read or write. Honor was a farmers’ daughter; while Michael, Thomas and John were farmer’s sons. All of Thomas’s children spoke Irish and English and were able to read and write. They were also listed as single. Thomas and his family lived in a 2nd class with 2 front windows and 3 rooms. Thomas Brogan was listed as the owner of the land on which the house was situated along with 2 out-offices or farm steadings.
Mary Wallace, (53), a widow, gave her occupation as a farmer; she spoke Irish and English but she was unable to read or write. Mary lived with her sons John (25) and James (19). John and James were both farmers’ sons, they spoke Irish and English and were able to read and write. John and James were both listed as single. Mary and her family lived in 2nd class house with 2 front windows and 3 rooms. Mary Wallace was listed as the owner of the land on which the house was situated along with 2 out-offices or farm steadings.
Ellen Flynn, (42), a widow, gave her occupation as a housekeeper; she spoke Irish and English and was able to read and write. Ellen lived with her 3 children Mary (10), Sarah (8) and Patrick (6). Mary, Sarah and Patrick were all listed as scholars; they spoke Irish and English and were able to read and write. Ellen and her family lived in a 2nd class house with 3 front windows and 3 rooms. Ellen Flynn was listed as the owner of the land on which the house was situated along with 1 out-offices or farm steading.
Michael Hernan, (60), gave his occupation as a cattle dealer; he spoke Irish and English but he was unable to read. Michael lived with his sister Norah (45). Norah was a housekeeper; she spoke Irish and English but she was also unable to read. Both Michael and Norah were listed as single. Michael and Norah lived in a 3rd class house with 2 front windows and 1 room. Thomas Molloney was listed as the owner of the land on which the house was situated.
Thomas Molloney, (60), was listed as a farmer; he spoke Irish and English but he was unable to read. Thomas lived with his wife Ellen (50) and their 5 children, Michael (22), Mary (20), Thomas (17), Katie (13) and Ellie (9). Ellen was listed as a farmer’s wife; she spoke Irish and English but she also was unable to read. Michael and Thomas were farmer’s sons’ while Mary was a farmer’s daughter. Katie and Ellie were both scholars. All of Thomas and Ellen’s children spoke Irish and English and were all able to read and write, and were listed as single. Thomas and his family lived in a 2nd class house with 2 front windows and 3 rooms. Thomas Molloney was listed as the owner of the land on which the house was situated along with 2 out-offices or farm steadings.
David Gibbons, (60), gave his occupation as a farmer; he spoke Irish and English and he was able to read and write. David lived with his wife Bridget (50) and their 5 children, Katie (18), Thomas (16), Annie (14), Michael (12) and Eva (7). Bridget was a farmer’s wife; she spoke Irish and English but she was unable to read. Katie and Annie were both farmers’ daughters while Thomas was a farmer’s son. Michael and Eva were both scholars. All of David and Bridget’s children spoke Irish and English and were all able to read and write, and were listed as single. David and his family lived in 2nd class house with 3 front windows and 3 rooms. David Gibbons was listed as the owner of the land on which the house was situated along with 2 out-offices or farm steadings.
Michael Flannery, (46), was listed as a farmer; he spoke Irish and English and he was able to read only. Michael lived with his wife Honor (56) and their 4 children, Patrick (20), Michael (18), John (16) and Annie (14). Honor was a farmer’s wife; she spoke Irish and English and she also was able to read only. Patrick, John and Michael were listed as farmer’s sons; Annie was a scholar. All 4 of Michael and Honor’s children spoke Irish and English and were all able to read and write. Patrick, John, Michael and Annie were all listed as single. Michael and his family lived in a 2nd class house with 3 front windows and 3 rooms. Michael Flannery was listed as the owner of the land on which the house was situated.
Mary Flannery, (70), a widow, had no occupation listed; she spoke Irish and English and was able to read only. Mary lived with her daughter Mary (27) and her sister Kate Laughlin (75). Mary (daughter) had no occupation listed; she spoke Irish and English and was able to read and write. Mary was listed as single. Kate Laughlin, a widow, was listed as a lodger; she spoke Irish and English and she was able to read and write. Mary and her family lived in a 3rd class house with 1 front window and 1 room. Michael Flannery was listed as the owner of the land on which the house was situated.
William Heneghan, (63), was born in Co Mayo. William gave his occupation as a farmer; he spoke Irish and English but he was unable to read. William lived with his wife Bridget (64) and their 4 children, Norah Kiggins (24), Bridget (22), Thomas (20) and John (18). Bridget was a farmer’s wife; she spoke Irish and English and she was able to read and write. Norah and Bridget were farmer’s daughters while Thomas and John were farmer’s sons. All of William and Bridget’s children spoke Irish and English and were all able to read and write. They were all listed as single. William and his family lived in a 2nd class house with 3 front windows and 1 room. William Heneghan was listed as the owner of the land on which the house was situated along with 2 out-offices or farm steadings.
James Kiggins, (40), was listed as a farmer; James lived with his sister Kate Gannon (30), brother in law Martin Gannon (28) and his niece Bridget Daly (18). Kate was a farmer’s wife, Martin was a farmer, who was born in Co Mayo and Bridget was a farmer’s daughter. Everyone in the household spoke Irish and English and they were all able to read and write. James Kiggins and Bridget Daly were both listed as single. James and his family lived in a 2nd class house with 2 front windows and 1 room. James Kiggins was listed as the owner of the land on which the house was situated along with 2 out-offices or farm steadings.
John Coyne, (76), gave his occupation as a farmer; he spoke Irish and English and he was able to read and write. John lived with his wife Mary (72), son Michael (50), daughter in law Kate (35) and 8 grandchildren, Mary (10), John (9), Kate (7), Anthony (6), Delia (5), Michael (4), Maggie (2) and Patrick (1). Mary was a farmer’s wife; she spoke Irish and English and she was able to read and write. Michael was a farmer’s son; Kate was a farmer’s daughter, who was born in Co Mayo. They both spoke Irish and English and were able to read and write. Mary, John, Kate, Anthony and Delia were all listed as scholars and they were able to read and write. Michael, Maggie and Patrick had no occupation listed. They were unable to read. Mary spoke Irish and English; no language was listed for the other children listed. John and his family lived in a 2nd class house with 3 front windows and 3 rooms. John Coyne was listed as the owner of the land on which the house was situated along with 4 out-offices or farm steadings.
Kate Coyne, (60), a widow, was listed as a farmer; she spoke Irish and English but she was unable to read. Kate lived with her son Michael (20) and John (18). Both Michael and John were listed as farmer’s son. Both spoke Irish and English and both were able to read and write. Kate and her sons lived in a 3rd class house with 1 front window and 2 rooms. Catherine Coyne was listed as the owner of the land on which the house was situated.
John Cunningham, (55), gave his occupation as a farmer; he spoke Irish and English and he was able to read and write. John lived with his wife Kate (44), their 6 children, Martin (20), Bridget (18), Maggie (16), Annie (14), Michael (12) and John (9). Also living in the household is Tom Cunningham (50), John’s brother. Kate was a farmer’s wife; she spoke Irish and English and was able to read and write. Martin was a farmer’s son, while Bridget was a housekeeper. Maggie, Annie, Michael and John were all scholars. All of John and Kate’s children were listed as single, they spoke Irish and English and were all able to read and write. Tom Cunningham was a farmer; he spoke Irish and English and he was able to read and write. Tom was listed as single. John and his family lived in a 2nd class house with 3 front windows and 3 rooms. John Cunningham was listed as the owner of the land on which the house was situated along with 3 our-offices or farm steadings.
Sarah Joyce, (40), a widow, was listed as a farmer; she spoke Irish and English and she was able to read and write. Sarah lived with her 2 sons, John (6) and Miles (4). John was a scholar; he spoke Irish and English and he was able to read only. Miles had no occupation listed; he spoke Irish and English but he was unable to read. Sarah and her family lived in a 1st class house with 5 front windows and 5 rooms. Sarah Joyce was listed as the owner of the land on which the house was situated along with 3 out-offices or farm steadings.
William Prendergast, (46), was born in Co Mayo, he gave his occupation as a farmer; he spoke Irish and English and he was able to read and write. William lived with his wife Kate (35), their 6 children, Delia (11), John (9), Annie (7), Norah (5), William (3) and Patrick (1). Also living in the household is Kates’ mother, Bridget Joyce (70). Kate was a farmer’s wife; she spoke Irish and English and was able to read and write. Delia, John, Annie and Norah were listed as scholars; no occupation was listed for William or Patrick. Delia and John spoke Irish and English; no language was listed for Annie, Norah, William or Patrick. Delia, John and Annie were all able to read and write, Norah could read only. William and Patrick were listed as being unable to read. Bridget Joyce was a widow, she had no occupation listed; Bridget spoke Irish and English and was able to read only. William and his family lived in a 2nd class house with 3 front windows and 3 rooms. William Prendergast was listed as the owner of the land on which the house was situated along with 2 out-offices or farm steadings.
Patrick Flynn, (63), was listed as a farmer; he spoke Irish and English and he was able to read and write. Patrick lived with his wife Margaret (50), their 4 children, Patrick (29), Thomas (19), Martin (13) and Maggie (9). Also living in the household is Michael Flynn (51) and Mary Flynn (49), brother and sister of Patrick. Margaret was a farmer’s wife; she spoke Irish and English and she was able to read and write. Patrick and Thomas were both farmers’ sons; while Martin and Maggie were scholars. All 4 of Patricks’ children spoke Irish and English and were all able to read and write. Michael Flynn was a farmer; Mary was a dressmaker. Both spoke Irish and English and were able to read and write. Patricks’ children were listed as single. Michael and Mary were also listed as single. Patrick and his family lived in a 2nd class house with 2 front windows and 3 rooms. Patrick Flynn was listed as the owner of the land on which the house was situated along with 3 out-offices or farm steadings.
Catherine Flynn, (57), a widow, was born in Co Mayo. She gave her occupation as a farmer; she spoke Irish and English but she was unable to read or write. Catherine lived with her sons, Patrick (35) and Michael (24). Patrick and Michael were both shepherds; both spoke Irish and English and were able to read and write. Patrick and Michael were listed as single. Catherine and her family lived in 2nd class house with 3 front windows and 3 rooms. Guy Dench Lambert [sic] was listed as the owner of the land on which the house was situated along with 1 out-office or farm steading.
Mary Harte, (70), had no occupation listed; she spoke Irish only and was unable to read or write. Mary was listed as single and she lived alone. Mary lived in a 4th class house with no front windows and 1 room. Michael Walsh was listed as the owner of the land on which the house was situated.
Michael Walsh, (82), a widower, gave his occupation as a farmer; he spoke Irish and English and he was able to read and write. Michael lived with son Patrick (50), daughter in law Margaret (47) and 3 grandchildren, Michael (23), Patrick (20) and Mary (18). Patrick was a farmer’s son; he spoke Irish and English and he was able to read and write. Margaret was a farmer’s daughter; she spoke Irish and English and she was able to read and write. Michael and Patrick were farmer’s sons; while Mary was a farmer’s daughter. Michael, Patrick and Mary all spoke Irish and English and were able to read and write. The siblings were listed as single. Michael and his family lived in a 2nd class house with 3 front windows and 3 rooms. Michael Walsh was listed as the owner of the land on which the house was situated along with 3 out-offices or farm steadings.
Patrick Burke, (63), a widower, was listed as a farmer; he spoke Irish and English and he was able to read only. Patrick lived with his son James (25), his daughter Bridget (23) and niece Mary Connally (4). James was a farmer’s son, while Bridget was a farmer’s daughter. Both spoke Irish and English and were able to read and write. James and Bridget were both listed as single. Mary had no occupation listed; she spoke English only and she was unable to read. Patrick and his family lived in a2nd class house with 3 front windows and 3 rooms. Patrick Burke was listed as the owner of the land on which the house was situated along with 3 out-offices or farm steadings.
Thomas Burke, (91), gave his occupation as a farmer; he spoke Irish and English and he was able to read and write. Thomas lived with his wife Mary (80), his son Michael (43), and daughter in law Honor (34), son Patrick (30), daughter Julia (28) and Mary Ellen McHugh (14). Mary was a farmer’s wife; she spoke Irish and English and she was able to read and write. Michael and Patrick were farmer’s sons; Honor and Julia were farmer’s daughters. Michael, Patrick, Honor and Julia spoke Irish and English and were all able to read and write. Patrick and Julia were listed as single. Mary Ellen McHugh was a boarder in the Burke household; she was born in Co Mayo. Mary Ellen spoke Irish and English and she was able to read and write. Thomas and his family lived in a 2nd class house with 3 front windows and 3 rooms. Thomas Burke was listed as the owner of the land on which the house was situated along with 4 out-offices or farm steadings.
Myles Burke, (64), was listed as a farmer; he spoke Irish and English and he was able to read and write. Myles lived with his wife Mary (55) and their 4 children, Ellen (23), Peter (21), Martin (20) and Patrick (17). Mary was a farmer’s wife; she spoke Irish and English but she was unable to read. Ellen was a farmer’s daughter, while Peter, Martin and Patrick were farmer’s sons. All 4 of Myles’s children spoke Irish and English and were all able to read and write. The 4 siblings were listed as single. Myles and his family lived in a 2nd class house with 3 front windows and 3 rooms. Myles Burke was listed as the owner of the land on which the house was situated along with 2 out-offices or farm steadings.
William Cruise, (50), gave his occupation as a farmer; he spoke Irish and English but he was unable to read. William lived with his wife Bridget (35). Bridget gave her occupation as a farmer’s wife; she spoke Irish and English and she was also unable to read. William and Bridget lived in a 2nd class house with 3 front windows and 2 rooms. William Cruise was listed as the owner of the land on which the house was situated along with 1 out-office or farm steading.
John Devane, (50), was listed as a farmer; he spoke Irish and English and he was able to read only. John lived with his wife Catherine (45) and their 10 children, Thomas 924), Pat (22), Mary (20), John (18), Michael (16), Celia (14), Mark (12), Martin (9), James (6) and William (8 months). Catherine was a farmer’s wife; she spoke Irish and English but she was unable to read. Thomas, Pat and John were listed as farmer’s sons, while Mary was a farmer’s daughter. Michael, Celia, Mark, Martin and James were all listed as scholars, William had no occupation or language listed. Thomas, Pat, Mary, John, Michael, Celia and Mark all spoke Irish and English and were all able to read and write. Martin and James spoke English only. Martin was able to read only, while James and William were listed as being unable to read. All of John children were listed as single. John and his family lived in a 2nd class house with 3 front windows and 3 rooms. John Devane was listed as the owner of the land on which the house was situated along with 2 out-offices or farm steadings.
Michael Devane, (60), gave his occupation as a farmer; he spoke Irish and English but he was unable to read. Michael lived with his wife Honor (60) and son Mark (20). Honor was a farmer’s wife, she spoke Irish and English and she was also unable to read. Mark was a farmer’s son, he spoke Irish and English and he was able to read and write. Michael and his family lived in a 3rd class house with 1 front window and 2 rooms. Michael Devane was listed as the owner of the land on which the house was situated along with 2 out-offices or farm, steadings.
William Cunningham, (54), listed his occupation as a farmer, he spoke Irish and English and he was able to read and write. William lived with his wife Bridget (47), and their 4 daughters, Mary (22), Delia (19), Annie (17) and Maggie (16). Bridget was a farmer’s wife; she spoke Irish and English and she was able to read and write. Mary, Delia, Annie and Maggie all spoke Irish and English and were all able to read and write. They were all listed as single. William and his family lived in a 3rd class house with 2 front windows and 3 rooms. William Cunningham was listed as the owner of the land on which the house was situated along with 3 out-offices or farm steadings.
Patrick Cunningham, (60), gave his occupation as a farmer, he spoke Irish and English but he was unable to read. Patrick lived with his wife Bridget (50) and their 3 sons, Michael (20), William (16) and Thomas (13). Bridget was a farmer’s wife, she spoke Irish and English but she was also unable to read. Michael and William were both farmers’ sons, while Thomas was a scholar. Michael, William and Thomas all spoke Irish and English and were all able to read and write. Patrick’s sons were all listed as single. Patrick and his family lived in a 3rd class house with 2 front windows and 3 rooms. Patrick Cunningham was listed as the owner of the land on which the house was situated along with 2 out-offices or farm steadings.
William Joyce, (80), was listed as a farmer; he spoke Irish and English and but he was unable to read or write. William lived his wife Bridget (60) and their 3 sons James (25), Thomas (24) and Patrick (20). Bridget was a farmer’s wife, she spoke Irish and English and she was able to read and write. James, Thomas and Patrick were all farmers’ sons, they all spoke Irish and English and were all able to read and write. Williams’ sons were all listed as single. William and his family lived in a 3rd class house with 2 front windows and 3 rooms William Joyce was listed as the owner of the land on which the house was situated along with 3 out-offices or farm steadings.
John Connolly, (58), gave his occupation as a farmer; he spoke Irish and English and he was able to read and write. John lived with his wife Ann (52) and their 2 sons, Mark (19) and James (16). Ann was a farmer’s wife, she spoke Irish and English but she was unable to read or write. Mark and James were both farmers’ sons. They spoke Irish and English and were able to read and write. Mark and James were both listed as single. John and his family lived in a 2nd class house with 3 front windows and 3 rooms. Joh Connolly was listed as the owner of the land on which the house was situated along with 2 out-offices or farm steadings.
Bridget Connolly, (65), a widow, listed her occupation as a farmer; she spoke Irish and English but she was unable to read. Bridget lived with her son Patrick (30), daughter in law Mary (30), grandchildren Bridget (3), John (2) and Patrick (6 months). Patrick was a farmer’s son, he spoke Irish and English but he was also unable to read. Mary had no occupation listed, she spoke Irish and English and she was able to read and write. Bridget, John and Patrick had no occupation or language listed, they were also unable to read. Bridget and her family lived in a 3rd class house with 2 front windows and 2 rooms. Bridget Connolly was listed as the owner of the land on which the house was situated along with 1 out-office or farm steading.
Bridget Gilmore, (74), a widow, gave her occupation as a tenant farmer; she spoke Irish only and she was unable to read. Bridget lived with her son James (50) and daughter Ellen (20). James was a farmer’s son, while Ellen was a farmer’s daughter. Both James and Ellen spoke Irish and English and were both able to read and write. James and Ellen were listed as single. Bridget and her family lived in a 3rd class house with 2 front windows and 3 rooms. Bridget Gilmore was listed as the owner of the land on which the house was situated along with 3 out-offices or farm steadings.
James Hoban, (55), listed his occupation as a farmer, he spoke Irish and English and he was able to read only. James lived with his wife Mary (40) and their son John J. (16). Mary was born in Co Mayo, she listed her occupation as a farmer’s wife, she spoke Irish and English and she also was able to read only. John J. was born in England and he gave his occupation as a scholar, he spoke Irish and English and he was able to read and write. John J. was listed as single. James and his family lived in a 3rd class house with 2 front windows and 3 rooms. James Hoban was listed as the owner of the land on which the house was situated along with 3 out-offices or farm steadings.
Kate Hoban, (50), gave her occupation as a farmer; she spoke Irish and English but she was unable to read. Kate was listed as single and she lived alone. Kate lived in a 3rd class house with 1 front window and 1 room. Kate Hoban was listed as the owner of the land on which the house was situated.
William Cunningham, (58), was listed as a farmer; he spoke Irish and English and he was able to read and write. William lived with his wife Mary (53) and their 6 children, Sarah (30), Patrick (15), Ellen (15), William (12), Thomas (11) and Martin (6). Mary was a farmer’s wife, she spoke Irish and English and she was able to read and write. Sarah and Ellen were farmer’s daughters; Patrick was a farmer’s son. William, Thomas and Martin were listed as scholars. All of Williams’ children spoke Irish and English and were able to read and write. They were also listed as single. William and his family lived in a 3rd class house with 2 front windows and 2 rooms. William Cunningham was listed as the owner of the land on which the house was situated along with 1 out-office or farm steading.
Peter Hoban, (60), gave his occupation as a farmer, he spoke Irish and English but he was unable to read. Peter lived with his sister Norah (59), she was also listed as a farmer, she spoke Irish and English and she also was unable to read. Peter and Norah lived in a 3rd class house with 1 front window and 1 room. Peter Hoban was listed as the owner of the land on which the house was situated.
John Cunningham, (48), listed his occupation as a farmer, he spoke Irish and English and he was able to read and write. John lived with his wife Mary (46) and their 7 children, Bridget (20), Maggie (18), Maria (16), Kate (15), Honie (12), Sabina (8) and John (6). Mary was a farmer’s wife, she spoke Irish and English but she was unable to read. Bridget, Maggie, Maria and Kate were farmer’s daughters; Honie and Sabina were scholars, while John had no occupation listed. All the children spoke Irish and English and were able to read and write except for John, who spoke English only and he was unable to read. All of John‘s children were listed as single. John and his family lived in a 3rd class house with 2 front windows and2 rooms. John Cunningham was listed as the owner of the land on which the house was situated along with 2 out-offices or farm steadings.
Michael Flynn, (63), gave his occupation as a farmer, he spoke Irish and English and he was able to read and write. Michael lived with his wife Kate (50) and their 4 children, Patrick (14), Winnie (12), Bridget (9) and Michael (4). Kate was born in Co Mayo; she was listed as a farmer’s wife. Kate spoke Irish and English and she was able to read only. Patrick was a farmer’s son, while Winnie was a farmer’s daughter. Bridget was a scholar and Michael had no occupation. Patrick, Winnie and Bridget all spoke Irish and English and were able to read and write. Michael spoke English only and he was unable to read. All of Michael’s children were listed as single. Michael and his family lived in a 2nd class house with 3 front windows and 3 rooms. Michael Flynn was listed as the owner of the land on which the house was situated along with 2 out-offices or farm steadings.
Thomas Varily, (70), listed his occupation as a farmer, he spoke Irish and English and he was able to read and write. Thomas lived with his wife Margaret (70) and their 3 sons, William (34), Thomas (31) and Mark (28). Margaret was a farmer’s wife, she spoke Irish and English but she was unable to read. William, Thomas and Mark were listed as farmer’s sons, they spoke Irish and English and were able to read and write. They were also listed as single. Thomas and his family lived in a 2nd class house with 3 front windows and 3 rooms. Thomas Varily was listed as the owner of the land on which the house was situated along with 1 out-office or farm steading.
Mark Devane, (43), gave his occupation as a farmer, he spoke Irish and English and he was able to read and write. Mark lived with his wife Bridget (45) and their 5 children, Bridget (18), Mary (15), Patrick (11), Michael (10) and Ellen (8). Bridget was a farmer’s wife, she spoke Irish and English and she was able to read only. Bridget was a farm servant. Mary, Michael and Ellen were listed as scholars. Patrick had no occupation listed. Bridget, Mary, Michael and Ellen all spoke Irish and English and were able to read and write. Patrick spoke English only and he was unable to read. Mark and his family lived in a 3rd class house with 2 front windows and 2 rooms. Mark Devane was listed as the owner of the land on which the house was situated along with 2 out-offices or farm steadings.
Michael Hoban, (31), listed his occupation as a farmer, he spoke Irish and English and he was able to read and write. Michael lived with his wife Mary (30) and their 3 sons, Patrick (8), Peter (6) and Michael (1). Mary was a farmer’s wife, she spoke Irish and English and she was able to read and write. Patrick was a scholar, he spoke English only and he was able to read and write. Peter and Michael had no occupation listed. They both spoke English only and were unable to read. Michael and his family lived in a 3rd class house with 2 front windows and 2 rooms. Michael Hoban was listed as the owner of the land on which the house was situated along with 2 out-offices or farm steadings.
Michael Duggan, (59), a widower, gave his occupation as a farmer, he spoke Irish and English and he was able to read and write. Michael lived with his daughter Mary (20), and sons Michael (18) and James (16). Mary was a farmer’s daughter; Michael was a farmer’s son, while James was a tailor apprentice. Mary, Michael and James all spoke Irish and English and were able to read and write. They were also listed as single. Michael and his family lived in a 2nd class house with 3 front windows and 3 rooms. Michael Duggan was listed as the owner of the land on which the house was situated along with 3 out-offices or farm steadings.
Martin Keely, (60), listed his occupation as a farmer, he spoke Irish and English but he was unable to read. Martin lived with his wife Kate (54) and their 3 children, Patrick (30), Bridget (16) and Michael (14). Kate was a farmer’s wife, she spoke Irish and English but she was unable to read or write. Patrick, Bridget and Michael were all listed as farm servants. Patrick spoke Irish and English but he was also unable to read. Bridget and Michael both spoke English only, and they were both able to read and write. Martin and Kates’ children were listed as single. Martin and his family lived in a 2nd class house with 4 front windows and 3 rooms. Martin Keely was listed as the owner of the land on which the house was situated along with 2 out-offices or farm steadings.
Patrick Kiggins, (35), gave his occupation as a farmer, he spoke Irish and English and he was able to read and write. Patrick lived with his wife Anne (26) and their 2 children Delia (4) and James (2). Anne was a farmer’s wife, she spoke Irish and English and she was able to read and write. Delia was a farmer’s daughter, while James was a farmer’s son. Delia spoke English only; no language was listed for James. Both Delia and James were both unable to read. Patrick and his family lived in a 2nd class house with 3 front windows and 3 rooms. Patrick Kiggins was listed as the owner of the land on which the house was situated along with 1 out-office.
Thomas Fitzpatrick, (60), listed his occupation a s a blacksmith and farmer, he spoke Irish and English and he was able to read and write. Thomas lived with his wife Delia (50) and their 6 children, Thomas (25), Peter (20), Kate (18), James (16), Ellie (14) and Stephen (10). Delia was a blacksmiths wife, she spoke Irish and English and she was able to read only. Thomas was a blacksmith working on the farm; Kate and Ellie were blacksmith’s daughters; James was a blacksmith’s son and Stephen was a scholar. All of Thomas and Delia’s children were able to read and write, and they all spoke Irish and English except for Stephen who spoke English only. They were also all listed as single. Thomas and his family lived in a 2nd class house with 3 front windows and 3 rooms. Thomas Fitzpatrick was listed as the owner of the land on which the house was situated along with 1 out-office or farm steading.
Bridget Cosgrove, (60), a widow, gave her occupation as a farmer, she spoke Irish and English and she was able to read and write. Bridget lived with her 5 children, Thomas (23), Michael (20), Bridget (18), James (16) and Henry (12). Thomas, Michael and James were farmer’s sons; Bridget was a farmer’s daughter; while Henry was a scholar. Thomas spoke Irish and English and he was able to read and write. No language was listed for Michael, Bridget, James or Henry. All of Bridget’s’ children were able to read and write. Bridget and her family lived in a 2nd class house with 3 front windows and 3 rooms. Bridget Cosgrove was listed as the owner of the land on which the house was situated along with 2 out-offices or farm steadings.
Patrick Moran, (50), listed his occupation as a farmer, he spoke Irish and English and he was able to read and write. Patrick lived with his wife Margaret (40) and their 11 children, John (20), Michael (19), William (17), Patrick (15), Mary (13), James (12), Martin (10), Peter (8), Maggie (6), Ellie (5) and Steven (4). Margaret was a farmer’s wife, she spoke Irish and English and she was able to read and write. Michael was a saddler; John, William and Patrick were listed as farmer’s sons. Mary, James, Martin, Peter, Maggie, Ellie and Steven were all listed as scholars. John, Michael, William and Patrick all spoke Irish and English; Mary, James, Martin, Peter, Maggie, Ellie and Steven spoke English only. All of Patrick and Margaret’s children were able to read and write except for Steven who was unable to read. All of Patrick and Margaret’s children were listed as single. Patrick and his family lived in a 2nd class hou8sewith 3 front windows and 3 rooms. Patrick Moran was listed as the owner of the land on which the house was situated along with 1 out-office or farm steading.
Martin Duggan, (40), gave his occupation as a farmer, he spoke Irish and English and he was able to read and write. Martin lived with his wife Mary (32), she was listed as a farmer’s wife. Mary spoke Irish and English and she was able to read and write. Martin and his wife lived in a 2nd class house with 3 front windows and 3 rooms. Martin Duggan was listed as the owner of the land on which the house was situated along with 2 out-offices or farm steadings.
Edward Healy, (35), listed his occupation as a farmer, he spoke Irish and English and he was able to read and write. Edward lived with his wife Catherine (33) and his niece Mary Ruane (30). Catherine was listed as a farmer’s wife, she spoke Irish and English and she was able to read and write. Mary Ruane had no occupation listed, she spoke Irish and English and she was also able to read and write. Edward and his family lived in a 2nd class house with 3 front windows and 3 rooms. Edward Healy was listed as the owner of the land on which the house was situated along with 1 out-office or farm steading.
John Keily, (35), gave his occupation as a farmer, he spoke Irish and English but he was unable to read. John lived with his wife Mary (34) and their 6 children, Patrick (9), Anne (7), Kate (6), Michael (4), Ellie (2) and John (8 months). Mary was born in Co Mayo, she spoke Irish and English and she was able to read and write. Patrick and Anne were both scholars. No occupation was listed for Kate, Michael, Ellie and John. Patrick spoke Irish and English and he was able to read and write. Anne spoke Irish and English but she was unable to read. Kate spoke English only and she was unable to read. No language was listed for Michael, Ellie and John. Michael, Ellie and John were listed as being unable to read. John and his family lived in a 3rd class house with 2 front windows and 2 rooms. John Keily was listed as the owner of the land on which the house was situated. There were no out buildings on this property.
Bridget Keily, (60), a widow, listed her occupation as a farmer, she spoke Irish and English but she was unable to read. Bridget lived with her nephew Patrick Joyce (25), he had no occupation listed. Patrick spoke Irish and English and he was able to read and write. Patrick was listed as single. Bridget and her nephew lived in a 3rd class house with 1 front window and 1 room. Bridget Keily was listed as the owner of the land on which the house was situated along with 1 out-office or farm steading.
Bryan Dowd, (50), was listed as a farmer, he spoke Irish and English and he was able to read and write, Bryan lived with his wife Kate (32), their 5 children, May (7), Sarah (6), Nappy (4), John J. (3) and Kathleen (2). Also living in the household is Bryan’s younger brother, John Dowd (45). Kate was born in Co Mayo; she gave her occupation as a farmer’s wife. Kate spoke Irish and English and she was able to read and write. May and Sarah were scholars, no occupation was listed for Nappy, John J., and Kathleen. May spoke English only and she was able to read only. Sarah, Nappy, John J. and Kathleen all spoke English and were unable to read. John Dowd was listed as a farm servant, he spoke Irish and English and he was able to read only. John was listed as single. Bryan and his family lived in a 2nd class house with 3 front windows and 3 rooms. Bryan Dowd was listed as the owner of the land on which the house was situated along with 4 out-offices or farm steadings.
John Flynn, (55), gave his occupation as a herd’s, he spoke Irish and English but he was unable to read. John lived with his sister Mary Coyne (40) and brother in law Michael Coyne (50). Mary was listed as a herd’s sister, she spoke Irish and English and she also was unable to read. Michael was a herd’s assistant, he spoke Irish and English and he also was unable to read. John and his family lived in a 3rd class house with 2 front windows and 2 rooms. Guy Bench Lambert was listed as the owner of the land on which the house was situated along with 1 out-office or farm steading.
1911 Census
There were 63 dwellings in Carrownurlaur with 59 inhabited houses at the time of the 1911 census and 266 inhabitants. There were 142 males and 124 females and they were all born in Co. Galway except for 25 born in Co. Mayo and 2 born in England. All were Roman Catholics. The number of farm buildings and out offices combined for this large townland, totalled 254. The detailed breakdown for these farm buildings and out houses is; 21 stables, 55 cow houses, 11 calf houses, 2 dairies, 53 piggeries, 43 fowl houses, 44 barns, 1 forge, and 24 cart houses. All the census return forms were collected on the 29th April 1911 and 1st May 1911. The heads of households were; Catherine Dowd, John Kielly, Bridget Kielly, Edward Healy, Martin Duggan, Patrick Moran Bridget Cosgrove, Thomas Fitzpatrick, Patrick Kiggins, Martin Kielly, Michael Duggan, Michael Hoban, Mark Devane, Thomas Varrilly junior, Thomas Varrilly senior, John Cunningham tom, Honor Hoban, Martin Cunningham (Wm), Mary Hoban, Catherine Hoban, Bridget Gilmore, Patrick Connolly, John Connolly, William Joyce, Bridget Cunningham, William Cunningham, John Devane, Michael Devane, Michael Flannery, William Heneghan, Mary Coyne, Patrick Walsh, Patrick Burke, Mary Burke, Myles Burke, Bridget Cruise, John Cunningham (Martin), Catherine Flynn, Patrick Flynn, Sarah Joyce, William Prendergast, David Gibbons, Thomas Mulloney, Michael Hernon, Ellen Flynn, John Wallace, John Brogan, James Brogan, Catherine Flynn, Honor Glynn, Bridget Mullen, Michael Coyne, Thomas Brogan, Bridget Commons, Mary Keenan, Margaret Slattery, Patrick Brogan, Catherine Coyne, and Michael Coyne (Martin).
Catherine Dowd, (40), a widow, was listed as a farmer; she spoke Irish and English and she was able to read and write. Catherine lived with her 5 children, Mary (17), Napry (14), John Joseph (13), Catherine (10) and Margaret (7). Also living in the Dowd house is John Dowd (65), brother in law to Catherine, and servant Thomas Donnellan (30). Mary had no occupation listed; Napry, John Joseph, Catherin and Margaret were listed as scholars. All of Catherine’s children spoke Irish and English and were able to read and write, except Margaret who was able to read only, the children were all listed as single. John Dowd had no occupation listed, he spoke Irish and English and he was able to read only. John was listed as single. Thomas Donnellan was a farm servant, he spoke Irish and English and he was able to read and write. Thomas was listed as single. Catherine and her family lived in a 2nd class house with 3 front windows and 4 rooms. Catherine Dowd was listed as the owner of the land on which the house was situated along with 2 stables, 2 cow houses, 1 dairy, 2 piggeries, 1 fowl house, 1 barn and 1 cart house.
John Kielly, (55), gave his occupation as a farmer; he spoke Irish and English but he was unable to read. John lived with his wife Mary (50) and their 5 children, Catherine (16), Michael (15), Ellen (13), John (12) and Mary (10). John and Mary had been married 20 years in 1911 and had 8 children born alive, 7 of whom were still alive in 1911. Mary was born in Co Mayo, she had no occupation listed. Mary spoke Irish and English and she was able to read and write. Catherine also had no occupation listed; Michael, Ellen, John and Mary were all listed as scholars. They all spoke Irish and English and were all able to read and write. John children were all listed as single. John and his family lived in a 3rd class house with 2 front windows and 2 rooms. John Kielly was listed as the owner of the land on which the house as situated along with 1 cow house and 1 piggery.
Bridget Kielly, (73), a widow, listed her occupation as a farmer, she spoke Irish and English but she was unable to read. Bridget lived with her nephew Patrick Joyce (35). Patrick had no occupation listed, he spoke Irish and English and he was able to read and write. Patrick was listed as single. Bridget and her nephew lived in a 3rd class house with 2 front windows and 2 rooms. Bridget Kielly was listed as the owner of the land on which the house was situated along with 1 stable.
Edward Healy, (50), gave his occupation as a farmer, he spoke Irish and English and he was able to read and write. Edward lived with his wife Catherine (68) and niece in law Mary Ruane (55). Edward and Catherine had been married 20 years and had no children in 1911. Catherine had no occupation listed, she spoke Irish and English and she was able to read and write. Mary also had no occupation, she spoke Irish and English and was able to read and write. Mary was listed as single. Edward and his family lived in a 2nd class house with 4 front windows and 3 rooms. Edward Healy was listed as the owner of the land on which the house was situated along with 1 stable, 1 cow house, 1 piggery, 1 fowl house, 1 barn and 1 cart house.
Martin Duggan, (60), listed his occupation as a farmer, he spoke Irish and English and he was able to read and write. Martin lived with his wife Mary (40). Martin and Mary had been married 27 years in 1911 and had one child born alive, sadly the baby did not survive. Mary spoke Irish and English and she was able to read and write. Martin and Mary lived in a 2nd class house with 3 front windows and 3 rooms. Martin Duggan was listed as the owner of the land on which the house was situated along with 1 cow house, 1 piggery and 1 fowl house.
Patrick Moran, (70), gave his occupation as a farmer, he spoke Irish and English and he was able to read and write. Patrick lived with his wife Margaret (55) and their 6 children, Peter (18), Margaret (16), Ellen (16), Stephen (14), Norah (10) and Thomas (8). Patrick and Margaret had been married 33 years in 1911 and had 14 children born alive, 13 of whom were still alive in 1911. Margaret had no occupation listed, she spoke Irish and English but she was unable to read. Peter was a farmer’s son, Margaret and Ellen had no occupation listed, while Stephen, Norah and Thomas were listed as scholars. All 6 of Patrick’s children spoke Irish and English except Thomas, who had no language listed. They were listed as being able to read. They were also listed as single. Patrick and his family lived in a 2nd class house with 3 front windows and 3 rooms. Patrick Moran was listed as the owner of the land on which the house was situated along with 1 stable, 1 cow house, 1 piggery, 1 fowl house, 1 barn and 1 cart house.
Bridget Cosgrove, (71), a widow, gave her occupation as a farmer, she spoke Irish and English and she was able to read and write. Bridget lived with her 3 adult children, Michael (33), Bridget (31) and Henry (29). Michael and Henry were both farmer’s sons, while Bridget had no occupation listed. Michael spoke Irish and English, no language was listed for Bridget and Henry. Michael, Bridget and Henry were all able to read and write. They were also listed as single. Bridget and her family lived in a 2nd class house with 3 front windows and 3 rooms. Bridget Cosgrove was listed as the owner of the land on which the house was situated along with 1 cow house, 1 piggery, 1 fowl house and 1 barn.
Thomas Fitzpatrick, (74), gave his occupation as a farmer and blacksmith. He spoke Irish and English and he was able to read and write. Thomas lived with his wife Bridget (72) and their 3 adult children, Peter (28), Ellen (22) and Stephen (20). Thomas and Bridget had been married 50 years in 1911 and had 13 children born alive, 12 of whom were still alive in 1911. Bridget had no occupation listed, she spoke Irish and English but she was unable to read. Peter was a blacksmith, Ellen had no occupation listed; while Stephen was a farmer’s son. All 3 spoke Irish and English and were all able to read and write. They were also listed as single. Thomas and his family lived in a 2nd class house with 3 front windows and 3 rooms. Thomas Fitzpatrick was listed as the owner of the land on which the house was situated along with 1 cow house, 1 piggery, 1 fowl house, 1 barn, 1 forge and 1 cart house.
Patrick Kiggins, (44), a widower, listed his occupation as a farmer. He spoke Irish and English and he was able to read and write. Patrick lived with his 3 children, James (10), Mary (7) and John Thomas (6). The children were all listed as scholars. No language was listed for the children; James and Mary were both able to read and write, John Thomas was listed as being unable to read. Patrick and his family lived in a 2nd class house with 4 front windows and 3 rooms. Patrick Fitzpatrick was listed as the owner of the land on which the house as situated along with 1 cow house, 1 calf house, 1 piggery, 1 fowl house and 1 barn.
Martin Kielly, (76), was listed as a farmer, he spoke Irish and English but he was unable to read. Martin lived with his wife Catherine (74), and their 3 adult children Patrick (45), Bridget (26) and Michael (25). Martin and Catherine had been married 49 years in 1911 and had 9 children born alive, 4 of whom were still alive in 1911. Catherine had no occupation listed, she spoke Irish and English but she was unable to read. Patrick and Michael were farmer’s sons, while Bridget had no occupation listed. Patrick spoke Irish and English but he was unable to read. Bridget and Michael both spoke Irish and English and were both able to read and write. Patrick, Bridget and Michael were all listed as single. Martin and his family lived in a 2nd class house with 3 front windows and 3 rooms. Martin Kielly was listed as the owner of the land on which the house was situated along with 1 stable, 1cow house, 1 piggery, 1 fowl house, 1 barn and 1 cart house.
Michael Duggan, (73), a widower, gave his occupation as a farmer, he spoke Irish and English and he was able to read and write. Michael lived with his daughter Mary (29) and son Michael (27). Mary had no occupation listed, she spoke Irish and English and she was able to read and write. Michael was a farmer’s son, he spoke Irish and English and he was able to read and write. Both Mary and Michael were listed as single. Michael and his family lived in a 2nd class house with 3 front windows and 3 rooms. Michael Duggan was listed as the owner of the land on which the house was situated along with 1 cow house, 1 piggery, 1 fowl house and 1 barn.
Michael Hoban, (44), was listed as a farmer. He spoke Irish and English and he was able to read and write. Michael lived with his wife Mary (44) and their 6 children, Peter (17), Michael (11), Catherine (9), James (8), Thomas (5) and Stephen (2). Michael and Mary had been married 21 years in 1911 and had 9 children born alive, 6 of whom were still alive in 1911. Mary had no occupation listed, she spoke Irish and English but she was unable to read or write. Peter was a farmer’s son, he spoke Irish and English and he was able to read and write. Michael, Catherine and James were listed as scholars, no occupation was listed for Thomas or Stephen. Michael spoke Irish and English, while Catherine, James, Thomas and Stephen spoke English only. Michael, Catherine and James were able to read and write. Thomas and Stephen were listed as being unable to read. All of Michael and Mary’s children were listed as single. Michael and his family lived in a 2nd class house with 3 front windows and 3 rooms. Michael Hoban was listed as the owner of the land on which the house was situated along with 1 cow house, 1 calf house, 1 piggery, 1 fowl house and 1 barn.
Mark Devane, (55), gave his occupation as a farmer, he spoke Irish and English and he was able to read and write. Mark lived with his wife Bridget (60) and their 2 children Michael (21) and Ellen (20). Mark and Bridget had been married 20 years in 1911. Bridget was one of the people, aforementioned in the 1911 summary above, born in Co Mayo. She had no occupation listed, she spoke Irish and English but she was unable to read or write. Michael was a farmer’s son, Ellen had no occupation listed. Both Michael and Ellen spoke Irish and English and were both able to read and write. Michael and Ellen were listed as single. Mark and his family lived in a 2nd class house with 3 front windows and 3 rooms. Mark Devane was listed as the owner of the land on which the house was situated along with 1 stable, 1 cow house, 1 piggery, 1 fowl house, 1 barn and 1 cart house.
Thomas Varrilly (Jun), (47), was listed as a farmer, he spoke Irish and English and he was able to read and write. Thomas lived with his wife Mary (30) and their 2 sons Thomas (4) and Martin (2). Thomas and Mary had been married 5 years in 1911 and had 3 children born alive, 2 of whom were still alive in 1911. Mary was one of the people, aforementioned in the 1911 summary above, born in Co Mayo. She had no occupation listed. Mary spoke Irish and English and was able to read and write. Thomas and Martin had no occupation or language listed. They were both listed as being unable to read. Thomas and his family lived in a 2nd class house with 5 front windows and 6 rooms. Thomas Varrilly (Junior) was listed as the owner of the land on which the house was situated along with 1 stable, 1 cow house, 1 piggery, 1 fowl house, 1 barn and 1 cart house.
Thomas Varrilly (Sen), gave his occupation as a farmer. He spoke Irish and English and he was able to read and write. Thomas lived with his wife Margaret (80), 2 sons Martin (30) and William (40), daughter in law Catherine (28) and 5 grandchildren, Margaret (6), Thomas (5), Mary Delia (4), Celia (2) and James (10months). Thomas and Margaret had been married 50 years in 1911 and had 10 children born alive, 9 of whom were still alive in 1911. Margaret had no occupation listed, she spoke Irish and English but she was unable to read or write. Martin was a farmer’s son; he spoke Irish and English and he was able to read and write. Martin was listed as single. William Varrilly was a farmer’s son, he spoke Irish and English and he was able to read and write. William was married to Catherine, they had been married 8 years in 1911 and had 5 children born alive, all of whom were still alive in 1911. Catherine was one of the people, aforementioned in the 1911 summary above, born in Co Mayo. She had no occupation or language listed. Catherine was able to read and write. Margaret Varrilly was a scholar, she had no language listed and she was unable to read. Thomas, Mary Delia, Celia and James had no occupation or language listed. They were all listed as being unable to read. Thomas and his family lived in a 2nd class house with 4 front windows and 4 rooms. Thomas Varrilly (Senior) was listed as the owner of the land on which the house was situated along with 1 stable, 1 cow house, 1 calf house, 1 piggery, 1 fowl house, 1 barn and 1 cart house.
John Cunningham, (70), gave his occupation as a farmer. He spoke Irish and English and he was able to read and write. John lived with his wife Mary (69) and 4 of their adult children, Bridget (30), Norah (25), Salina (23) and John (18). John and Mary had been married 35 years in 1911 and had 9 children born alive, 8 of whom were still alive in 1911. Mary had no occupation listed, she spoke Irish and English but she was unable to read or write. Neither Bridget, Norah or Salina had any occupations listed, they spoke Irish and English and were able to read and write. John was a farmer’s son, he spoke Irish and English and he was able to read and write. All of Johns’ children were listed as single. John and his family lived in a 2nd class house with 4 front windows and 5 rooms. John Cunningham was listed as the owner of the land on which the house was situated along with 1 stable, 1 cow house, 1 calf house, 1 piggery, 1 fowl house, 1 barn and 1 cart house.
Honor Hoban, (60), gave her occupation as a farmer. Honor spoke Irish and English but she was unable to read or write. She was listed as single. Honor lived in a 4th class house with no front window and 1 room. Honor Hoban was listed as the owner of the land on which the house was situated.
Martin Cunningham, (36), was listed as a farmer. He spoke Irish and English and he was able to read and write. Martin lived with his 3 sisters Mary (38), Delia (30) and Annie (29). Mary and Delia had no occupations listed; Annie was a dressmaker. All 3 sisters spoke Irish and English and were all able to read and write. All 4 of the Cunningham family were listed as single. Martin and his family lived in a 3rd class house with 2 front windows and 2 rooms. Martin Cunningham was listed as the owner of the land on which the house was situated along with 1 cow house, 1 piggery, 1 fowl house and 1 barn.
Mary Hoban, (62), was a widow. She was one of the people, aforementioned in the 1911 summary above, born in Co Mayo. Mary gave her occupation as a farmer. She spoke Irish and English and she was able to read only. Mary lived with her son John (26), who was one of the people from the townland born in England. John gave his occupation as a reporter. He spoke Irish and English and he was able to read and write. John was listed as single. Mary and John lived in a 3rd class house with 2 front windows and 2 rooms. Mary Hoban was listed as the owner of the land on which the house was situated along with 1 stable, 1 cow house, 1 calf house, 1 piggery, 1 fowl house and 1 barn.
Catherine Hoban, (70), lived alone. She was listed as a farmer. Catherine spoke Irish and English but she was unable to read. She was listed as single. Catherine lived in a 3rd class house with 2 front windows and 2 rooms. Catherine Hoban was listed as the owner of the land on which the house was situated. This property had no out-buildings.
Bridget Gilmore, (85), a widow, gave her occupation as a farmer. She spoke Irish and English but she was unable to read. She was one of the people, aforementioned in the 1911 summary above, born in Co Mayo. Bridget lived with her son James (64) and daughter Bridget (50). James was a farmers’ son, while Bridget had no occupation listed. Both James and Bridget spoke Irish and English and were both able to read and write. James and Bridget were both listed as single. Bridget and her family lived in a 3rd class house with 2 front windows and 2 rooms. Bridget Gilmore was listed as the owner of the land on which the house was situated along with 1 cow house, 1 piggery, 1 fowl house, 1 barn and 1 cart house.
Patrick Connolly, (40), was listed as a farmer. He spoke Irish and English but he was unable to read or write. Patrick lived with his wife Catherine (40) and his 6 children, Bridget (14), John (13), Patrick (12), Mary (11), Catherine (3) and Thomas (2). Patrick and Catherine had been married 4 years in 1911 and had 2 children born alive in his present marriage. Catherine had no occupation listed, she spoke Irish and English but she was also unable to read. Bridget, John, Patrick and Mary were all listed as scholars. They all spoke Irish and English and were all able to read and write except for Mary who was listed as being unable to read. Catherine and Thomas had no occupations or languages listed. They were listed as being unable to read. All of Patricks’ children were listed as single. Also in the Connolly household on the 29th April 1911 was a visitor, Julia Raftery (19). Julia was born in Co Galway, she spoke Irish and English and she was able to read and write. Julia was listed as single. Patrick and his family lived in a 3rd class house with 1 front window and 2 rooms. Patrick Connolly was listed as the owner of the land on which the house was situated along with 1 cow house and 1 piggery.
John Connolly, (69), gave his occupation as a farmer. He spoke Irish and English and he was able to read and write. John lived with his wife Annie (69) and son James (28). John and Annie had been married 40 years in 1911 and had 6 children born alive, 4 of whom were still alive in 1911. Annie had no occupation listed, she spoke Irish and English but she was unable to read or write. James was a farmer’s son, he spoke Irish and English and he was able to read and write. James was listed as single. John and his family lived in a 2nd class house with 3 front windows and 3 rooms. John Connolly was listed as the owner of the land on which the house was situated along with 1 cow house, 1 piggery, 1 fowl house, 1 barn and 1 cart house.
William Joyce, (96), gave his occupation as a farmer; he spoke Irish and English but he was unable to read or write. William lived with his wife Bridget (75), his 2 sons Patrick (36) and James (39) and daughter in law Bridget (29). William and Bridget had been married 50 years in 1911 and had 8 children born alive, 7 of whom were still alive in 1911. Bridget was one of the people, aforementioned in the 1911 summary above, born in Co Mayo. She had no occupation listed, she spoke Irish and English and she was able to read and write. Patrick was a farmer’s son, he spoke Irish and English and he was able to read and write. James was a farmer’s son, he spoke Irish and English and he was able to read. James had been married to Bridget for less than a year when the 1911 census was collected. They had no children. Bridget had no occupation listed, she spoke Irish and English and she was able to read and write. William and his family lived in a 2nd class house with 3 front windows and 3 rooms. William Joyce was listed as the owner of the land on which the house was situated along with 1 stable, 1 cow house, 1 piggery, 1 fowl house, 1 barn and 1 cart house.
Bridget Cunningham, (68), a widow, gave her occupation as a farmer; she spoke Irish and English but she was unable to read or write. Bridget lived with her 3 sons John (35), Michael (28) and William (26). John, Michael and William were all listed as farmer’s sons. They all spoke Irish and English and were able to read and write. Bridget and her family lived in a 2nd class house with 3 front windows and 3 rooms. Bridget Cunningham was listed as the owner of the land on which the house was situated along with 1 cow house 1 calf house, 1 piggery, 1 fowl house and 1 barn.
William Cunningham, (75), was listed as a farmer; he spoke Irish and English and he was able to read and write. William lived with his wife Mary (74) and 3 of their adult children, Sarah (40), William (25) and Martin (20). William and Mary had been married 44 years in 1911 and had 11 children born alive, 10 of whom were still alive in 1911. Mary had no occupation listed, she spoke Irish and English and she was able to read only. Sarah had no occupation listed either, she spoke Irish and English and she also was able to read only. William and Martin were both farmer’s sons. Both spoke Irish and English and were able to read and write. Sarah, William and Martin were listed as single. William and his family lived in a 2nd class house with 3 front windows and 3 rooms. William Cunningham was listed as the owner of the land on which the house was situated along with 1 cow house, 1 piggery, 1 fowl house, 1 barn and 1 cart house.
John Devane, (71), gave his occupation as a farmer; he spoke Irish and English but he was unable to read and write. John lived with his wife Catherine (66) and their 3 sons, Michael (27), James (16) and William (10). John and Catherine had been married 38 years in 1911 and had 10 children born alive, all of whom were still alive in 1911. Catherine was one of the people, aforementioned in the 1911 summary above, born in Co Mayo. She had no occupation listed, she spoke Irish and English but she was also unable to read or write. Michael and James were listed a farmer’s sons, they both spoke Irish and English and were able to read and write. William was a scholar, he spoke Irish and English and he was able to read and write. Michael, James and William were all listed as single. John and his family lived in a 2nd class house with 3 front windows and 3 rooms. John Devane was listed as the owner of the land on which the house was situated along with 1cow house, 1 piggery, 1 fowl house and 1 barn.
Michael Devane, (75), a widower, gave his occupation as a farmer; he spoke Irish and English but he was unable to read or write. Michael lived with his son Mark (35). Mark was a farmer’s son, he spoke Irish and English and he was able to read and write. Mark was listed as single. Michael and his son lived in a 3rd class house with 2 front windows and 2 rooms. Michael Devane was listed as the owner of the land on which the house was situated along with 1 cow house, 1 piggery and 1 fowl house.
Michael Flannery, (58), was listed as a farmer; he spoke Irish and English but he was unable to read or write. Michael lived with his wife Norah and 2 of their children, John (20) and Norah (19). Michael and Norah had been married 33 years in 1911 and had 5 children born alive, all of whom were still alive in 1911. Norah had no occupation listed. She spoke Irish and English but she also was unable to read. John was a farmer’s son; while Norah had no occupation listed. Both spoke Irish and English and both were able to read and write. John and Norah were both listed as single. Michael and his family lived in a 2nd class house with 3 front windows and 3 rooms. Michael Flannery was listed as the owner of the land on which the house was situated along with 1 cow house, 1 calf house, 1 piggery, 1 fowl house and 1 barn.
William Heneghan, (74), gave his occupation as a farmer; William was one of the people, aforementioned in the 1911 summary above, born in Co Mayo. He spoke Irish and English but he was unable to read or write. William lived with his wife Bridget (73), step daughter Norah Kiggins (34), son Thomas (28), and grandchildren Patrick Kiggins (9) and Anne Kiggins (3).William and Bridget had been married 30 years in 1911 and had 8 children born alive, 7 of whom were still alive in 1911. Bridget was a farmer’s wife, she spoke Irish and English and she was able to read only. Norah Kiggins had no occupation listed, she spoke Irish and English and she was able to read and write. Thomas was a farmer’s son, he spoke Irish and English and he was able to read and write. Norah and Thomas were both single. Patrick Kiggins was a scholar, he spoke English only and he was able to read and write. Anne had no occupation listed; she spoke English only and she was unable to read. William and his family lived in a 2nd class house with 3 front windows and 3 rooms. William Heneghan was listed as the owner of the land on which the house was situated along with 1 stable, 1 cow house, 1 calf house, 1 piggery, 1 fowl house and 1 barn.
Mary Coyne, (86), a widow, had no occupation listed. She spoke Irish and English and she was able to read and write. Mary lived with her son Michael (63) and her 8 grandchildren, John (19), Katie (18), Anthony (16), Delia (15), Michael (14), Maggie (13), Patrick (12) and Nellie (10). Michael gave his occupation as a farmer, he spoke Irish and English and he was able to read and write. Michael was listed as being a widower. John and Anthony were farmer’s sons. They spoke Irish and English and were able to read and write. Katie and Delia had no occupation listed, they spoke Irish and English and were able to read and write. Michael, Maggie, Patrick and Nellie were all listed as scholars. They all were able to read and write. They all spoke Irish and English except for Nellie, who spoke English only. All of Michael’s children were listed as single. Mary and her family lived in a 2nd class house with 3 front windows and 3 rooms. Michael Coyne (John) was listed as the owner of the land on which the house was situated along with 1 stable, 1 cow house, 1 piggery, 1 fowl house, 1 barn and 1 cart house.
Patrick Walshe, (68), gave his occupation as a farmer, he spoke Irish and English and he was able to read and write. Patrick lived with his wife Margaret (60) and 2 of their adult children, Michael (33) and Mary (28). Patrick and Margaret had been married 40 years in 1911 and had 4 children born alive, all of whom were still alive in 1911. Margaret had no occupation listed, she spoke Irish and English and she was able to read and write. Michael was a farmer’s son; while Mary had no occupation. Both spoke Irish and English and both were able to read and write. Michael and Mary were listed as single. Patrick and his family lived in a 2nd class house with 3 front windows and 3 rooms. Patrick Walshe was listed as the owner of the land on which the house was situated along with 1 stable, 1 cow house, 1 dairy, 1 piggery, 1 fowl house, 1 barn and 1 cart house.
Patrick Burke, (80), a widower, gave his occupation as a farmer. He spoke Irish and English but he was unable to read or write. Patrick lived with his son James (37), who was listed as a farmer’s son, he spoke Irish and English and he was able to read and write. James was listed as single. Patrick and his son lived in a 2nd class house with 3 front windows and 3 rooms. Patrick Burke was listed as the owner of the land on which the house was situated along with 1 cow house, 1 piggery and 1 barn.
Mary Burke, (92), a widow, had no occupation listed, she spoke Irish and English but she was unable to read or write. Mary lived with her daughter Julia (54), son Michael (66), daughter in law Honor (57) and grandson Henry (11). Julia had no occupation listed, she spoke Irish and English but she was unable to read or write. Michael gave his occupation as a farmer, he spoke Irish and English and he was able to read and write. Honor spoke Irish and English and she was able to read and write. Michael and Honor had been married 16 years in 1911 and had one child born alive, sadly the child did not survive. Henry was listed as a scholar, he spoke Irish and English and he was able to read and write. Henry was one of the people from the townland born in England. Mary and her family lived in a 2nd class house with 3 front windows and 3 rooms. Michael Burke was listed as the owner of the land on which the house was situated along with 1 stable, 1 cow house, 1 piggery, 1 fowl house and 1 barn.
Myles Burke, (84), gave his occupation as a farmer. He spoke Irish and English and he was able to read and write. Myles lived with his wife Mary (76), their son Peter (28), daughter in law Mary (27) and grandson Martin Slattery (13). Myles and Mary had been married 50 years in 1911 and had 12 children born alive, 5 of whom were still alive in 1911. Mary had no occupation listed, she spoke Irish and English but she was unable to read or write. Peter was a farmer’s son, he spoke Irish and English and he was able to read and write. Peter and Mary had been married under 1 year in 1911 and had no children born yet. Mary had no occupation or language listed. She was able to read and write. Mary was one of the people, aforementioned in the 1911 summary above, born in Co Mayo. Martin Slattery was a scholar, he had no language listed, but he was able to read and write. Martin was also born in Co Mayo. He was listed as single. Myles and his family lived in a 2nd class house with 3 front windows and 3 rooms. Myles Burke was listed as the owner of the land on which the house was situated along with 1 stable, 1 cow house, 1 piggery and 1 barn.
Bridget Cruise, (50), a widow, gave her occupation as a farmer, she spoke Irish and English but she was unable to read and write. Bridget lived in a 2nd class house with 3 front windows and 3 rooms. Bridget Cruise was listed as the owner of the land on which the house as situated along with 1 stable, 1 cow house, 1 piggery, 1 fowl house, 1 barn and 1 cart house.
John Cunningham, (73), was listed as a farmer. He spoke Irish and English but he was unable to read or write. John lived with his wife Kate (69) and 4 of their children Martin (32), Margaret (25), Michael (21) and John (19). John and Kate had been married 38 years in 1911 and had 7 children born alive, 6 of whom were still alive in 1911. Kate was a house keeper, she spoke Irish and English and she was able to read and write. Martin, Michael and John were listed as farmer’s sons; while Margaret was a farmer’s daughter. They all spoke Irish and English and were able to read and write. Martin, Margaret, Michael and John were all listed as single. John and his family lived in a 2nd class house with 3 front windows and 3 rooms. John Cunningham (Martin) was listed as the owner of the land on which the house was situated along with 1 stable and 1 piggery.
Catherine Flynn, (75), a widow, had no occupation listed. She spoke Irish and English but she was unable to read or write. Catherine had been married 19 years when she was widowed, and had 6 children born alive, all of whom were still alive in 1911. Catherine was one of the people, aforementioned in the 1911 summary above, born in Co Mayo. Catherine lived with 2 of her sons Patrick (46) and Michael (37). Both Patrick and Michael were shepherds, they spoke Irish and English and were able to read and write. Patrick and Michael were listed as single. Catherine and her family lived in a 3rd class house with 2 front windows and 3 rooms. Patrick Flynn was listed as the owner of the land on which the house was situated along with 1 stable and 1 piggery.
Patrick Flynn, (80), a widow, gave his occupation as a farmer, he spoke Irish and English and he was able to read and write. Patrick lived with his sons, Martin (30), Patrick (38), daughter in law Norah (38) and his sister Mary Flynn (71). Martin was a farmer’s son, he spoke Irish and English and he was able to read and write. Martin was listed as single. Patrick was also a farmer’s son, he spoke Irish and English and he was able to read and write. Norah had no occupation listed, she spoke Irish and English and she was able to read and write. Patrick and Norah had been married 2 years in 1911 and had no children. Mary Flynn had no occupation listed, she spoke Irish and English and she was able to read and write. Mary was listed as single. Patrick and his family lived in a 3rd class house with 2 front windows and 3 rooms. Patrick Flynn was listed as the owner of the land on which the house was situated along with 1 stable, 1 cow house, 1 piggery and 1 barn.
Sarah Joyce, (47), a widow, was listed as a farmer. She spoke Irish and English and she was able to read and write. Sarah was one of the people, aforementioned in the 1911 summary above, born in Co Mayo. Sarah lived with her sons John (16) and Myles (14). John was a farmer’s son; Myles was a scholar. They both spoke Irish and English and were both able to read and write. Sarah and her sons lived in a 2nd class house with 5 front windows and 4 rooms. Sarah Joyce was listed as the owner of the land on which the house was situated along with 1 stable, 1 cow house, 1 piggery, 1 fowl house and 1 barn.
William Prendergast, (60), gave his occupation as a farmer. He spoke Irish and English and he was able to read and write. William was born in Co Mayo. He lived with his wife Kate (48) and 8 of their children Delia (21), John (19), Annie (17), Willie (13), Patrick (11), Mary Kate (9), Michael Henry (7) and Matthew (5). Also living in the Prendergast household is Williams’ mother in law, Bridget Joyce (80). William and Kate had been married 23 years in 1911 and had 9 children born alive, all of whom were still alive in 1911. Kate had no occupation listed, she spoke Irish and English and she was able to read and write. Delia, John and Annie had no occupations listed, they spoke Irish and English and were able to read and write. Willie, Patrick, Mary Kate, Michael henry and Matthew were all listed as scholars. They spoke Irish and English and were able to read and write. Bridget Joyce had no occupation listed, she spoke Irish and English and she was able to read only. All of Williams’ children were listed as single. William and his family lived in a 2nd class house with 3 front windows and 3 rooms. William Prendergast was listed as the owner of the land on which the house was situated along with 2 cow houses, 1 piggery, 1 fowl house, 1 barn and 1 cart house.
David Gibbons, (74), a widower, gave his occupation as a farmer. He spoke Irish and English and he was able to read and write. David lived with 2 of his children, Thomas (31) and Helena (17). Thomas was a farmer’s son; Helena had no occupation listed. They both spoke Irish and English and were both able to read and write. Thomas and Helena were listed as single. David and his family lived in a 2nd class house with 3 front windows and 3 rooms. David Gibbons was listed as the owner of the land on which the house was situated along with 1 cow house, 1 calf house, 1 piggery, 1 fowl house, 1 barn and 1 cart house.
Thomas Mulloney, (74), was listed as a farmer. He spoke Irish and English but he was unable to read or write. Thomas lived with his wife Ellen and 2 of their children, Mary (28) and Ellen (19). Thomas and Ellen had been married 46 years in 1911 and had 11 children born alive, 10 of whom were still alive in 1911. Ellen had no occupation listed, she spoke Irish and English but she was unable to read or write. Mary was a farmer’s daughter; while Ellen had no occupation. Both girls spoke Irish and English and were both able read and write. Mary and Ellen were listed as single. Thomas and his family lived in a 2nd class house with 3 front windows and 3 rooms. Thomas Mulloney was listed as the owner of the land on which the house was situated along with 1 cow house, 1 calf house, 1 piggery, 1 fowl house, 1 barn and 1 cart house.
Michael Hernon, (74), had no occupation listed, he spoke Irish and English but he was unable to read. Michael lived with his sister Norah Hernon (64). Norah had no occupation listed, she spoke Irish and English but she was also unable to read or write. Both Michael and Norah were listed as single. Michael and his sister lived in a 3rd class house with 1 front window and 1 room. Patrick Flynn was listed as the owner of the land on which the house was situated.
Ellen Flynn, (53), a widow, gave her occupation as a farmer. She spoke Irish and English and she was able to read and write. Ellen lived with 2 of her children, Sarah (19) and Patrick (17). Also living in the Flynn household was a lodger, John Kelly (74). Sarah was a farmer’s daughter; while Patrick was a farmer’s son. Both spoke Irish and English and both were able to read and write. John Kelly had no occupation listed. He spoke Irish and English but he was unable to read or write. He was listed as single. John Kelly was one of the people, aforementioned in the 1911 summary above, born in Co Mayo. Ellen and her family lived in a 2nd class house with 3 front windows and 3 rooms. Ellen Flynn was listed as the owner of the land on which the house was situated along with 1 cow house, 1 piggery and 1 fowl house.
John Wallace, (38), was listed as a farmer. He spoke Irish and English and he was able to read and write. John lived with his wife Julia (38) and their 2 children, May Josephine (7) and Patrick (6) and his brother James (32). John and Julia had been married 8 years in 1911 and had 2 children born alive, both of whom, were still alive in 1911. Julia had no occupation listed, she spoke Irish and English but she was unable to read or write. May Josephine was a scholar, she had no language listed, although she was able to read and write. Patrick had occupation or language listed. He was unable to read. James Wallace had no occupation listed, he spoke Irish and English but he was unable to read or write. James was listed as single. John and his family lived in a 2nd class house with 3 front windows and 3 rooms. John Wallace was listed as the owner of the land on which the house was situated along with 1 cow house, 1 piggery, 1 fowl house, 1 barn and 1 cart house.
John Brogan, (71), gave his occupation as a farmer. He spoke Irish and English but he was unable to read or write. John lived with his wife Mary (40), and their 4 children, Bridget (16), Thomas (14), Mary (12) and Jane (10). John and Mary had been married 17 years in 1911 and had 4 children born alive, all of whom were still alive in 1911. Mary had no occupation listed, she spoke Irish and English and she was able to read and write. Bridget was a farmer’s daughter; while Thomas, Mary and Jane were scholars. They all spoke Irish and English and were able to read and write. John and his family lived in a 3rd class house with 2 front windows and 3 rooms. John Brogan was listed as the owner of the land on which the house was situated along with 1 cow house, 1 piggery and 1 barn.
James Brogan, (65), was listed as a farmer. He spoke Irish and English and he was ab le to read and write, James lived with his wife Catherine (55) and 6 of their children, William (17), Margaret (14), Patrick (10), James (7), Thomas (5) and Michael (2). James and Catherine had been married 25 years in 1911 and had 10 children born alive, 9 of whom were still alive in 1911. Catherine had no occupation listed, she spoke Irish and English and she was able to read and write. Catherine was one of the people, aforementioned in the 1911 summary above, born in Co Mayo. William was a farmer’s son, he spoke Irish and English and he was able to read and write. Margaret, Patrick and James were scholars, they had no language listed. Margaret and Patrick were able to read and write; James could read only. Thomas and Michael had no occupation or language listed. They were listed as being unable to read. James and his family lived in a 2nd class house with 3 front windows and 3 rooms. James Brogan was listed as the owner of the land on which the house was situated along with 1 cow house, 1 piggery and 1 barn.
Catherine Flynn, (65), a widow, was one of the people, aforementioned in the 1911 summary above, born in Co Mayo. Catherine gave her occupation as a farmer, she spoke Irish and English but she was unable to read or write. Catherine lived with her 2 sons, Patrick (26) and Michael (15). Both Patrick and Michael were farmer’s sons, they both spoke Irish and English and were able to read and write. They were also listed as single. Catherine and her family lived in a 2nd class house with 3 front windows and 3 rooms. Catherine Flynn was listed as the owner of the land on which the house was situated along with 1 cow house and 1 piggery.
Honor Glynn, (76), a widow, was one of the people, aforementioned in the 1911 summary above, born in Co Mayo. She gave her occupation as a farmer. Honor spoke Irish and English but she was unable to read or write. Honor lived with her son John (48), daughter in law Annie (48) and her 5 grandchildren, Honor (9), John (8), Mary Anne (6), Patrick (5) and Winifred (11 months). John and Annie had been married 10 years in 1911 and had 5 children born alive, all of whom were still alive in 1911. John was listed as a farmer’s son, he spoke Irish and English but he was unable to read or write. Annie, who was also born in Co Mayo, had no occupation listed, she spoke Irish and English but she was also was unable to read. Honor, John, Mary Anne and Patrick were scholars. Honor spoke Irish and English and she was able to read and write. John spoke Irish and English and was able to read only, Mary Anne spoke Irish and English but was unable to read. Patrick had no language listed, but he was unable to read. Winifred had no occupation or language listed, she was unable to read. Honor and her family lived in a 3rd class house with 2 front windows and 3 rooms. Honor Glynn was listed as the owner of the land on which the house was situated along with 1 cow house, 1 piggery and 1 barn.
Bridget Mullen, (73), a widow, was listed as a farmer. She spoke Irish and English but she was unable to read. Bridget lived with her son Thomas (43), who gave his occupation as a farmer’s son. Thomas spoke Irish and English and he was able to read and write. Thomas was listed as single. Bridget and Thomas lived in a 2nd class house with 3 front windows and 3 rooms. Bridget Mullen was listed as the owner of the land on which the house was situated along with 1 cow house, 1 piggery and 1 fowl house.
Michael Coyne, (72), a widower, gave his occupation as an agricultural labourer. He spoke Irish and English but he was unable to read or write. Michael lived with his son John (35), who was also listed as an agricultural labourer. John spoke Irish and English and he was able to read and write. John was listed as single. Michael and John lived in a 2nd class house with 3 front windows and 2 rooms. Thomas Brogan was listed as the owner of the land on which the house was situated along with 1 barn.
Thomas Brogan, (73), was listed as a farmer. He spoke Irish and English and he was able to read and write. Thomas lived with his wife Margaret (74), son Michael (50) and daughter in law Mary (50). Thomas and Margaret had been married 50 years in 1911 and had 7 children born alive, 6 of whom were still alive in 1911. Margaret was one of the people, aforementioned in the 1911 summary above, born in Co Mayo. She spoke Irish and English but she was unable to read or write. Michael was a farmer’s son, he spoke Irish and English and he was able to read and write. Michael and Mary had been married 10 years in 1911 and had no children. Mary had no occupation listed, she spoke Irish and English and she was able to read and write. Mary was also born in Co Mayo. Thomas and his family lived in a 2nd class house with 3 front windows and 3 rooms. Thomas Brogan was listed as the owner of the land on which the house was situated along with 1 cow house, 1 piggery and 1 barn.
Bridget Commons, (93), a widow, was born in Co Mayo. Bridget gave her occupation as a farmer. She spoke Irish and English but she was unable to read. Bridget lived with her daughter Bridget (56) and grandson Martin (27). Bridget (daughter), a widow, had no occupation listed. She was also born in Co Mayo. Bridget spoke Irish and English and she was able to read and write. Martin had no occupation listed, he spoke Irish and English and he was able to read and write. Martin was listed as single. Bridget and her family lived in a 2nd class house with 3 front windows and 3 rooms. Bridget Commons was listed as the owner of the land on which the house was situated along with1 cow house, 1 piggery, 1 fowl house, 1 barn and 1 cart house.
Mary Keenan, (78), a widow, gave her occupation as a farmer. She spoke Irish and English but she was unable to read. Mary lived with her son Martin (45), daughter in law Bridget (37) and her 3 grandchildren Patrick (7), Margaret (3) and John (2).Martin was a farmer’s son, he spoke Irish and English but he was unable to read or write. Martin and Bridget had been married 8 years in 1911 and had 3 children born alive, all of whom were still alive in 1911. Bridget was born in Co Mayo, she had no occupation listed. Bridget spoke Irish and English and she was able to read and write. Patrick, Margaret and John had no language or occupations listed. They were listed as being unable to read. Mary and her family lived in 2nd class house with 3 front windows and 3 rooms. Mary Keenan was listed as the owner of the land on which the house was situated along with 1 cow house, 1 piggery, 1 fowl house and 1 cart house.
Margaret Slattery, (74), a widow, was one of the people, aforementioned in the 1911 summary above, born in Co Mayo. Margaret was listed as a farmer, she spoke Irish and English but she was unable to read. Margaret lived with 3 of her adult children Mary (48), Michael (45) and David (35). Mary had no occupation listed, she spoke Irish and English and he was able to read and write. Michael and David were both listed as farmer’s sons. They both spoke Irish and English and were both able to read and write. Mary, Michael and David were all listed as single. Margaret and her family lived in 2nd class house with 3 front windows and 3 rooms. Margaret Slattery was listed as the owner of the land on which the house was situated along with 1 cow house, 1 piggery, 1 fowl house, 1 barn and 1 cart house.
Patrick Brogan, (71), a widower, was listed as a farmer. He spoke Irish and English and he was able to read and write. Patrick lied with his son Patrick (34), daughter in law Bridget (41) and grandchildren Ellen (2) and Bridget (3 months). Patrick was a farmer’s son, she spoke Irish and English and he was able to read and write. Patrick and Bridget had been married 6 years in 1911 and had 3 children born alive, 2 of whom were still alive in 1911. Bridget had no occupation listed, she spoke Irish and English and she was able to read and write. No language or occupation was listed for Ellen and Bridget. Patrick and his family lived in a 2nd class house with 3 front windows and 3 rooms. Patrick Brogan was listed as the owner of the land on which the house was situated along with 1 cow house and 1 fowl house.
Catherine Coyne, (75), a widow, gave her occupation as a farmer. She spoke Irish and English but she was unable to read. Catherine lived with her son John (28), who was listed as a farmer’s son. He spoke Irish and English and he was able to read and write. John was listed as single. Catherine and John lived in a 3rd class house with 1 front window and 2 rooms. Catherine Coyne was listed as the owner of the land on which the house was situated along with 1 cow house and 1 fowl house.
Michael Coyne, (73), gave his occupation as a shepherd, he spoke Irish and English but he was unable to read or write. Michael lived with his wife Mary (74) and brother in law John Flynn (71). Michael and Mary had been married 30 years in 1911 and had no children. Mary had no occupation listed, she spoke Irish and English but she was unable to read. John Flynn was a shepherd, he spoke Irish and English, and he was also unable to read. John Flynn was listed as single. Michael and his family lived in a 3rd class house with 2 front windows and 2 rooms. John Ryan was listed as the owner of the land on which the house was situated along with 1 cow house, 1 piggery, 1 fowl house and 1 barn.
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