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Letter from Cornelius O'Lyhane [Lehane] to James Connolly answering his criticisms following Lehane's move to London, and asking his opinion on a resolution Lehane intends to propose to the Social Democratic Federation, regarding Irish independence,
1902 February 14.
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| Summary: | Lehane left the Cork Branch of the Irish Socialist Republican Party and joined the Finsbury Park Branch of the Social Democratic Federation in 1902 following tensions with the Catholic Church. Lehane asserts "I hold myself free to work for the cause in any place I chose, and think myself quite entitled to change my place of residence whenever I like. I am not a bit angry over what you say about my being a 'deserter', as I think I understand your motive". |
| In collection: | William O'Brien (1881-1968) Papers, 1898-1969 |
| Format: | Manuscript |
| Language: | English |
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| Notes: | Inscribed on headed paper "The London Road-Car Company, Limited. / 8, Grosvenor Road, Westminster, / London". Typescript letter includes annotations in pencil, including "Copy note heading". Includes address "15 St. Thomas Road / Finsbury Park, N.". Physical description: 1 item (3 pages). more |
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Letter from Cornelius O'Lyhane [Lehane] to James Connolly answering his criticisms following Lehane's move to London, and asking his opinion on a resolution Lehane intends to propose to the Social Democratic Federation, regarding Irish independence,
1902 February 14.
| In Collection: | William O'Brien (1881-1968) Papers, 1898-1969 |
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| Description: | Lehane left the Cork Branch of the Irish Socialist Republican Party and joined the Finsbury Park Branch of the Social Democratic Federation in 1902 following tensions with the Catholic Church. Lehane asserts "I hold myself free to work for the cause in any place I chose, and think myself quite entitled to change my place of residence whenever I like. I am not a bit angry over what you say about my being a 'deserter', as I think I understand your motive". |
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| Language: | English |
| Extent: | 1 item (3 pages). |
| Format: | Manuscript |
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MS 15,700/1/32
(Manuscripts Reading Room) |
| Rights: | Reproduction rights owned by the National Library of Ireland. |