Below is a list of requested supplies for the affected areas. To help donate these supplies in New York contact NY State Secretary Tim McSweeney at tmcsweeney@nyaoh.com or NYS Past President Chip McLean at cmclean@nyaoh.com and in New Jersey contact NJ State President Sean Pender at sean.pender@aoh.com. Water Blankets Baby Items/Diapers Toiletries Clothing Baby Food Flashlights/ Batteries Gloves (any … [Read more...] about Storm Relief Supplies Requested
Storm Relief Supplies Requested
James Stephens
At midnight on the rainy night of November 24, 1865, there was hardly a soul to be seen on the streets of Dublin. Policemen on duty took shelter in doorways, blowing on their fingers to warm them in the bitter cold. Not far away and colder than the policemen six men, soaked to the skin, were waiting outside Richmond Prison. When they spoke, they spoke in whispers and watched the high wall of the prison for a signal. In a cell within the prison, a man paced back and forth. He too awaited a signal for he knew that unless plans miscarried, this was the night he was to be rescued. His name … [Read more...] about James Stephens
AOH Storm Relief Fund
Many parts of the Northeast have been devastated. Hurricane Sandy has left us with unimaginable misery in terms of destruction, dislocation, and despair. Areas with extremely high concentrations of Hibernians truly resemble war zones where dark and heatless homes faced this frigid morning with temperatures averaging 25 degrees. I realize you have seen the tremendous loss on TV. A neighbor of mine told me that when a newscaster showed people burning their own furniture to stay warm, he had to stop looking at the evening news. But we, as Hibernians, cherish an Irish Catholic legacy that … [Read more...] about AOH Storm Relief Fund
March For Life – January 25, 2013
Hibernians Respect Life! Come Stand up for LIFE and march with your Hibernian Brothers, Sisters and Friends The March for Life Washington D.C. Friday, January 25, 2013 http://www.marchforlife.org/ Breakfast at the Irish Channel 9:00am $25 500 H Street Northwest, Washington, DC, (202) 216‐0046 Special AOH rate at the Fairfield Inn and Suites $179 500 H Street Northwest, Washington, DC (202) 289‐5959 Click Here To Download Flyer … [Read more...] about March For Life – January 25, 2013
Statement From AOH National President Brendan Moore
Our hearts and prayers go out to the victims of Hurricane Sandy up and down the East Coast. Many AOH Brothers and LAOH Sisters from Delaware to New England experienced some sort of power loss or property damage. We hope they will recover quickly. The AOH National Board is examining - through the Hibernian Charity - how best to be of assistance. We will have more information on it within the next week. For now, please say a prayer for those who live in the disaster areas, so the Good Lord will protect those who are without the basic essentials of life and may He guide the rescue to a quick … [Read more...] about Statement From AOH National President Brendan Moore
Reverend Peter Whelan – The Angel of Andersonville
There are many heroes associated with the Confederate States of America (CSA) whose stories have been forgotten or swept under the rug; after all, the winners write the history. Among those forgotten in our northern history books are Irish Catholic priests like Rev. Tom O’Reilly of Cavan, Rev. Abram Ryan of Tipperary parents and Rev. Peter Whelan of Wexford. Rev. O’Reilly earned fame as the man who threatened General Sherman with a mutiny by the Irish Catholics in his army if he torched the church district of Atlanta at the start of his infamous march to the sea; Sherman acquiesced and the … [Read more...] about Reverend Peter Whelan – The Angel of Andersonville
AOH Discount in Limerick, Ireland
The Greenhills Hotel in Co. Limerick is offering a special rate for AOH members. The special AOH guaranteed rate would be €40pps per night Bed/Breakfast, this would include use of our leisure centre and complimentary car parking for the Bus. They will also include a dinner rate of €20 per night if required per person. If a group is large enough they can organize some traditional music at night in the Bar for the group. The Greenhills Hotel can be contacted at: Ennis Road, Caherdavin Co. Limerick City, Ireland General Manager Daphne Greene Phone: 061 453033 Email: … [Read more...] about AOH Discount in Limerick, Ireland
Kathleen Daly Clarke – Leader, Heroine, Patriot
The Easter Rising, which led to the Republic of Ireland, was the work of Thomas J. Clarke, who returned to Ireland from his Manorville, Long Island farm, with his wife Kathleen, to re-organize the dormant Irish Republican Brotherhood (IRB). Tom not only rebuilt the IRB, but organized the Irish Volunteers who would plan a rising; Katty, as he affectionately called his wife, became President of Cumann na mBan, the Ladies Auxiliary to the Volunteers, and she organized the women. Katty had come from a staunch Republican family, and was so zealous for the cause that just before the rising, she … [Read more...] about Kathleen Daly Clarke – Leader, Heroine, Patriot
Letter to USA Today from Anti-Defamation Chair
The below letter is from Anti-Defamation Chair Neil Cosgrove to the publisher of USA Today concerning the coverage of Katie Taylor's Gold Medal win at the Olympics. This letter was written before she won the Gold. Mr. Larry Kramer , President and Publisher USA TODAY Headquarters 7950 Jones Branch Drive McLean, VA 22108 Phone: 703-854-3400 Fax: 703-854-2049 Dear Mr. Kramer: The Irish people and Irish Americans are cheering and taking rightful pride in the accomplishments of Olympian Katie Taylor. As a woman boxer, she is defying conventional perception of what a woman may … [Read more...] about Letter to USA Today from Anti-Defamation Chair
NA CEITHRE MÁISTRÍ
On August 10, 1636, a small group of highly dedicated historians put down their pens and probably soaked their aching wrists after completing the most extensive and valuable history of Ireland ever produced – and it was produced under the noses of an anti-Irish-Catholic government that would have arrested them had they known. Their coverage of Ireland’s history begins at about 3,000 years before Christ and ends at 1616 AD. The principal compiler of the effort was Michael O'Cleary, a native of Donegal, who was a trained antiquary and poet. O’Cleary joined the Franciscan Order, and went to … [Read more...] about NA CEITHRE MÁISTRÍ
National Convention a Huge Success
By Michael McCormack and Ned McGinley More than 2,000 AOH and LAOH delegates, selected by their peers from all over the United States, assembled at Turning Stone Resort and Casino, on land that was once home to the six nations of the Iroquois Federation near Syracuse, New York, to hold the 96th Biennial Convention of their 176-year old Order. On Monday an Opening Mass began the proceedings, as always, with our Irish Catholic Heritage prominently on display celebrated by the Bishop Robert Cunningham. Immediately following the Mass the Icebreaker “Taste of New York” was the opening … [Read more...] about National Convention a Huge Success
Remembering Patrick Shannon
The National Board is saddened today with the death of National Rituals and Degrees chairman Patrick Shannon, who passed away this morning about a bout with cancer. Our thoughts and prayers go out to Pat's family and friends in this difficult time. May God rest his soul. Funeral Arrangements are as follows: Boyd-Spencer Funeral Home, Main St, Babylon, NY. 631-669-2400. Hours: Sat+Sun>>2-4:30, 7-9:30. AOH Service>>Sun 8PM. Mass: Monday-St. James Church, Seaford, NY>>10:15 Burial at St. Charles Cemetery … [Read more...] about Remembering Patrick Shannon
Ireland XO set to expand in the Shannon Region
Loughrea, Ireland, July 16th 2012 The Ireland Reaching Out programme is stepping up a gear and rolling out into the whole of the Shannon Region in the coming months. Following a successful pilot in East Galway, the Shannon Region will be the first region in Ireland to be mobilized under the initiative. With the support of Shannon Development, Clare County Council and LEADER, there is the potential for over 376 parishes to participate in the programme. In the last two months, Shannon Development has facilitated numerous meetings to put structures in place to enable community … [Read more...] about Ireland XO set to expand in the Shannon Region
Henry Healy joins Ireland Reaching Out
Loughrea, Galway, June 27th 2012, Henry Healy, community leader and high profile cousin of the current US President Barack Obama has joined Ireland Reaching Out, the national Diaspora initiative piloted in South-East Galway in 2011 and being rolled out nationally through 2012/2013. His new role as Ireland XO Community Activation Leader will involve visiting parishes and parish groups around Ireland introducing the Ireland XO organisation and objectives and working with them to reach out and engage with their Diaspora around the world. Commenting on Henry’s appointment, Ireland Reaching Out … [Read more...] about Henry Healy joins Ireland Reaching Out
They Sure Could Throw It
The rebirth of the Olympic games occurred in 1896 and the first of the modern games was held in Athens, Greece. Bill Mullins 1998 book on the 1896 Olympics records that James Connolly became the first known Olympic champion since Zopyros of Athens in the 291st games held in 385 AD. Connolly was born in Boston of Aran Island immigrant parents. He was only one of a group of Irish-born Olympic athletes who competed for the United States. A group nicknamed the Irish Whales dominated track and field events, particularly throwing events, for the United States, for the first two decades of the … [Read more...] about They Sure Could Throw It
The Barry Run Will Help Raise Money for the Com. John Barry Memorial
July 20th-July 28th, 2012 Tom McGrath, a world renowned long distance endurance runner and a Hibernian has agreed to run from Midtown Manhattan to the U.S. Naval Academy in Annapolis, Maryland to raise funds and awareness for the proposed Monument to Commodore John Barry at The Barry Gate of the Naval Acadamy. The Commodore John Barry 250 Mile Run is being organized by The Ancient Order of Hibernians at National, Multi-State, County and Division Levels. Please Visit The Barry Run Website for details and to donate online. Photos from the Kickoff Event at Harbour Lights … [Read more...] about The Barry Run Will Help Raise Money for the Com. John Barry Memorial
2012 National Convention in Turning Stone Resort.
The 2012 Convention Committee comprised of the AOH and LAOH Divisions in Albany are working diligently as we plan for an enjoyable convention at Turning Stone Resort & Casino in scenic upstate New York. The days of the week for the 2012 convention do not follow the traditional convention schedule we’re accustomed. Our convention schedule is as follows: Monday, July 9th- Opening Mass followed by the “Taste of New York” Icebreaker Tuesday, July 10th- Free Night, sponsored by local committee enjoy The Makem Spain Brothers Band in the Show Room at the Turning Stone, Tickets $20 Wednesday, … [Read more...] about 2012 National Convention in Turning Stone Resort.
A Little Green in the Red, White and Blue
June 14 is a special day for America and especially for the Irish in America. It is a day set aside to honor our national emblem - the stars and stripes. June 14 is flag day, a day when we should all be flying our flag in honor. Why is it flag day, what does it mean, and what is our flag anyway that it should have a day of its own? When you describe it in terms of material, it is only a piece of cloth, dyed with a little blue and red that makes a design symbolizes the United States. And that may be all that it is to some; to those who show it no respect, to those who make clothing from it, to … [Read more...] about A Little Green in the Red, White and Blue
The Cyclone from the West
On May 15, 1847, an Irish patriot died. He had been born in Kerry on August 6, 1775, the year America made her bid for independence, and he would bring a measure of freedom to Ireland. His name was Daniel O'Connell. Adopted by an uncle, he was forbidden, as a Catholic, to attend college in his own country, so after local preliminary education he went to France to study at the Jesuit College. He completed legal studies in England, and returned to Ireland in 1798 where he was admitted to the Irish Bar. It was a historic time, when Catholic and Protestant had combined in the United Irishmen to … [Read more...] about The Cyclone from the West
How Long Must We Wear This?
On several occasions in the past, we have denounced revisionists who alter the presentation of history to suit their own purposes. Equally provocative is anything that tends to support the Divide and Conquer tactics originated by the Brits ages ago to separate the Irish into quarreling communities to keep them from uniting against the Crown. No less culpable are those who unwittingly propagate such hypothetical theories without first determining the accuracy of their content. Their intentions may not be as malicious, but the results are certainly no less damaging. One recent example was … [Read more...] about How Long Must We Wear This?