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1931 Sugar Beet crisis ~ Dublin solicitor's extensive file of legal documents relating to the 1931 sugar beet embargo. (80+)
Estimate:
€500 - €700
Sold
€850
Timed Auction
The Eclectic Collector
Description
Description: With two photographs of groups pictured on steps of Carlow Courthouse.Copies of Affidavits and letters from farmers describing intimidation and threats of shooting, boycotting, harm to farm animals and harrowing of crops, issued by representatives of the Beet Growers Association. Also copies of statements of evidence, reports, letters and beet notes and partial amendment to the rules at previous General Meeting, comparison of English and Irish beet crops, company's output, copy of defence. Affidavit from Andrew Fahy, General Secretary of The Beet Growers Assoc. Affidavit and statements from T. A. Rudd, Agricultural Expert. Mostly typescript. Affidavits from Oscar Singer, Commercial Manager of Irish Sugar. Affidavit from Andrew Fahy, General Secretary of The Beet Growers Assoc.Long lists of names and addresses of growers induced to break their contracts with Irish Sugar. Counsel's Opinion. Judgment of Judge Johnston
Condition
Very good.