SUPT TOM CASSERLY AND FORTUNE TELLER
March 1980
n the 1930’s we had in Drogheda and district a very strict supt. of the Gardai named Tom Casserly and when he heard about a fortune teller who had just arrived at Newtown be changed into ordinary clothing and set out for the place.
It was illegal to tell fortunes for money except at a bazaar or other such function in aid of charity. The good super arrived on foot in the afternoon when there was no one else around.
As he afterwards told the story himself the gypsy lady was the best fortune-teller he had ever heard of.
She told him the number of children he had and that he was going to be promoted in his job as well as a lot more. Then he produced a half-crown (the usual fee) and she turned her eyes up to Heaven and said in solemn tones:- “Ah sure, man-of-the-law I don’t take money for telling fortunes “
And when the disappointed Tom was going down the caravan steps, she called after him:- “I think it’s a chief superintendent they’re going to make you”. She was some fortune teller.
Maeve Wickham’s great deals March 1980
Travel agents’ and tour operators have been quick to recognise that sense of America which is pervading the market. One of the earliest and most competitive agents to appreciate the potential of the U.S. has been Star Travel of Stockwell Street, Drogheda.
Star Travel has recently acquired the Transamerica Airline company into their office with their sister company Budget Rent A Car..
Over at the Star Travel office, Maeve Wickham and her staff have been experiencing what they describe as a “fantastic interest “in their American flights. New York, of course, is the mecca for many, but booking are also very strong for their links with Los Angeles and Miami. Flights to and from are on a regular basis, and price structures have been pared down to the minimum. Their flight to New York, at £234, is particularly worth noting. This flight Is complete without restrictions and can be availed of right up to the last minute, without advance booking. Another bargain to Miami, at £195, is also worth a special look.
Hall of Fame for Michael McKeon January 1972
Drogheda’s Mr. Michael McKcon who, like his son “Muckle,” played for Louth and Leinstcr, is to receive the Hall of Fame award at the Louth Past and Present
Players’ Association dinner taking place next Sunday in the Fairways Hotel.
Mr. McKeon, senior, was a member of the Wolfe Tones Club which annexed several Louth honours back in the twenties and thirties, and on his retirement from the game served for several years as member of the Louth senior selection committee.
At club level, he has been prominently associated in latter years with O’Rahillys, playing an important behind the scenes role in the Bccchgrovc Club’s ‘65 S.F.C. title victory over holders, Newtown Blues.
All the awards on Sunday night are sponsored by the Fairways Hotel Management, and the usual big turn-out is expected. Full details: Hall of Fame. Michael McKcon, senr., Drogheda : Senior Football, Jim Mulroy. Newtown Blues ; Junior Football. Pat Murphy, St. Patricks : Minor Football. Willie Kirk. Coolcy Kickhams : Div. II Football, Nicholas Mackin, St. Kevins; Hurling, Michael Rice, Naomh Colmcille ; Referee, Tom Carroll, Dundalk; Handball. Joey Mahcr, Droghcda ; Camogie . Susan McGuinncss, Kilkcrley ; Outstanding Club Official, Mick Callaghan, Coolcy.