I.iii.8. Letter from John Devoy to Jeremiah J. Lynch, lawyer, of Butte, Montana, regarding Eamon De Valera,
1921 Jan. 20.
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Summary: | Dated 20 January 1921, Devoy's letter relates to the political divisions in Ireland and its effect on Irish American organisations. He refers to perceived efforts to bring about a split in Clan na nGael, his criticisms of Joe McGarrity, who he sees as not being unsuited to a leadership role, and his concerns that 'De Valera wants war with us, not co-operation, and is determined on getting organisations here that will do his bidding'. He launches a broad criticism of De Valera's character and politics. |
In collection: | Tom Clarke and Kathleen Clarke Papers, 1890-1972. |
Format: | Manuscript |
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Notes: | Physical description: 1 item (4 pages). |
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I.iii.8. Letter from John Devoy to Jeremiah J. Lynch, lawyer, of Butte, Montana, regarding Eamon De Valera,
1921 Jan. 20.
In Collection: | Tom Clarke and Kathleen Clarke Papers, 1890-1972. |
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Description: | Dated 20 January 1921, Devoy's letter relates to the political divisions in Ireland and its effect on Irish American organisations. He refers to perceived efforts to bring about a split in Clan na nGael, his criticisms of Joe McGarrity, who he sees as not being unsuited to a leadership role, and his concerns that 'De Valera wants war with us, not co-operation, and is determined on getting organisations here that will do his bidding'. He launches a broad criticism of De Valera's character and politics. |
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Extent: | 1 item (4 pages). |
Format: | Manuscript |
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MS 49,353/8
(Manuscripts Reading Room) |
Rights: | Copyright owned by the National Library of Ireland. |