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1806-1822 large file of affidavits sworn before Magistrate Gilbert Fitz:Gerald, Deputy Seneschal, MontGerard, Carlow
Estimate:
€800 - €1,200
Sold
€3,000
Timed Auction
The Eclectic Collector
Description
Description: Among the statements are several detailed accounts of rape and one attempted rape recording names and addresses of victims and perpetrators, details of the shooting of Pat Murphy of Milltown on the orders of Capt. Thomas Watson of Lumcloon 1822,- "a private attempt with firearm on the life of Paul Troy of Fenagh" 1818, land disputes, vicious assaults, seizure of animals distrained for rent, wage disputes, the stealing of trees, potatoes, sheep, cattle, pigs, geese, blacksmiths tools and several other sworn allegations. Fascinating content.
Condition
Mainly very good.
