Reference code
IE CA FM RES/9/1/1
Title
Framed National Total Abstinence Society Pledge Card
Date(s)
- 3 Oct. 1830 (Creation)
Level of description
Item
Extent and medium
1 p.; 21.5 cm x 16.7 cm
Name of creator
(1615-2023)
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Scope and content
Framed National Total Abstinence Society pledge card of Mathew Gorman dated 3 Oct. 1830. The pledge reads ‘I voluntarily agree to abstain from all intoxicating drinks (except by medical direction) and will not give or offer, and to discountenance the cause and practice of intemperance’. A small seal is attached to the card.
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Physical characteristics and technical requirements
There is significant dust and dirt accumulations to the certificate and backing-support. Very careful manual handling is required.