Ballyhaunis News 10 April 1996
April 10 1996
Waldron Clan Association is established
A VERY well attended meeting of the Waldron Clan Association was held in the Central Hotel, Ballyhaunis, at which Mr. Paul Waldron, hon. secretary, read correspondence he had received from the Clans of Ireland giving details of the changes of the structure of that body.The meeting agreed to reregister with this body and the name 'The Waldron Clan Association' was agreed on, as was the Irish form, de Bhaldraithe. It was also agreed to send a delegate to the annual general meeting of the Clans of Ireland.
The association wish it to be known that anybody with an interest in the name Waldron, no matter how many generations back, whether their name is Waldron or not, are very welcome to attend meetings.
The association wishes to encourage ladies to join and they would like to remind Waldron ladies with different married surnames that they will be especially welcome.
An annual subscription of £5 was fixed. For this members will receive the association newsletter in which they will be kept fully informed of the activities of the Waldron Clan Association.
The next meeting of the association will be held on Wednesday night, April 17, starting at 9 p.m. Items on the agenda included newsletter, data collecting and clan gathering. Those interested are asked to make a special effort to attend.
COLOUR ME BEAUTIFUL
A special presentation of 'Colour Me Beautiful' will be held in Tooreen Hall tonight (Wednesday), April 10, at 9 o'clock. Proceeds will go towards the community playgroup and Telethon People in Need.ANNUAL NOVENA
The annual novena, with Masses and prayers for the Feast of the Mother of Good Counsel, will be held in the Augustinian Abbey from Wednesday, April 17, to Friday, April 26. Mass commences each evening at 7 p.m. (except Sundays).FINAL GUILERS MEETING
The final meeting of Ballyhaunis Twinning Committee, prior to the arrival of 51 Bretons next weekend, will be held tonight (Wednesday) in the Central Hotel at 9 o'clock. All those associated with the visit are asked to attend.LOCAL LOTTO
There was no winner of last week's Ballyhaunis Rugby Club lotto. The numbers drawn were 9, 11, 20, 24. Next Thursday's draw is worth £1,800.HIGGINS-O'GRADY NUPTIALS
The marriage, with Nuptial Mass and Papal Blessing, took place in St. Patrick's Church, Ballyhaunis, on Saturday, March 30, between Ms. Regina Higgins, daughter of John and Mary Higgins, Knock Road, Ballyhaunis, and Mr. Kieran O'Grady, son of Patrick and Mary O'Grady, Castlerea, Co. Roscommon. Chief celebrant was Rev. Fr. Joe Cooney, C.C., Ballyhaunis, assisted by Fr. Joe Cribbin, C.C., Athenry, Co. Galway.Fulfilling the duties of best man was Mr. Paul O'Grady, brother of the groom, assisted by groomsmen Mr. John Higgins, brother of the bride. Bridesmaids for the occasion were Ms. Sharon Higgins, sister of the bride, and Ms. Rachel O'Grady, sister of the groom. Musical accompanist for the marriage ceremony was provided by Mr. John Aldridge, musical director, Knock Shrine. Chief soloist was Ms. Elaine Canning, cousin of the bride.
The wedding reception was held in Breaffy House Hotel, Castlebar. The happy
couple are spending their honeymoon in the Caribbean.
Connaught Telegraph - News - April 1996
