Founding Fathers

John Beamish: He was a great worker for the GAA and was involved in every major and minor sporting event in the parish. He was a publican and also an agent for the quarries.

Dr. Eugene Crowley: Unfortunately there is not much info available on Dr. Crowley. He practised medicine in Drimoleague but lived in Drinagh town.

Jeremiah O’Driscoll: No info found.

Jerome Beechinor P.L.G.: He was considered one of the gentry in 1888 but was very popular with the locals. He was also involved in Athletics and often offered his fields as a venue for a football match.

Timothy Dempsey: Owned a pub at the corner of Chapel St. where Crowley’s pharmacy now stands.

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