Extract from Report of Captain Kennedy - March 28, 1848
"I Have the honour to inform you that the Kilrush workhouse
contained two above the authorized number, on yesterday. This rapid filling is
attributable to the numerous evictions on the 25th instant and demolition of cabins.
"To meet the emergency I immediately proceeded with Mr. Meagher, Vice-Guardian, and
selected 50 cases for discharge, principally widows with one child dependent, and some
elderly widows without any. I anticipate a considerable pressure during the next
fortnight. Cabins are being thrown down in all directions, and it is really extraordinary
and, to me, unaccountable, where or how the evicted find shelter."
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