Reference code
IE CA IR-1/1/4/1
Title
Newspaper clippings relating to the life and ministry of Fr. Albert Bibby OFM Cap.
Date(s)
- c.1902-1958 (Creation)
Level of description
File
Extent and medium
40 items; Newspaper clippings
Name of creator
(24 October 1877-14 February 1925)
Repository
Archival history
Immediate source of acquisition or transfer
Scope and content
The file includes a clipping reporting the ordination of Fr. Albert Bibby OFM Cap. in St. Mary’s of the Angels, Church Street, Dublin (Feb. 1902). With clippings re his involvement in ministering to the 1916 rebel leaders (including Seán Heuston), obituaries and tributes, and later the campaign to have his and Father Dominic’s O’Connor’s body repatriated to Ireland. The file includes clippings from the 'Kilkenny Journal', 'Kilkenny People', 'Cork Examiner' and 'Irish Press'.