Loonaghtan (Mahon)

Irish Grid: M 76541 43612                                                  Lat / Long: 53.4423, -8.35376

DED: Castleffrench

Description:

(John O’Donovan 1806-1861)

(Loonaghtan (Kelly) and Loonaghtan (Mahon) were one townland at this time)

Contains a. r. p. (288 acres, 2 roods and 21 perches), about 22 acres of which is bog, the remainder arable and pasture. The houses are in bad repair. It is the property of Timothy Kelly, Esq. held by deed for ever. It pays £4. 19s. 1d. County Cess.

Situation:

(John O’Donovan 1806-1861)

(Loonaghtan (Kelly) and Loonaghtan (Mahon) were one townland at this time)

Loonaghtan (Kelly) is situated in the western side of this parish in the barony of Killian, is bounded by Loonaghton Mahon, Gowla, Eskermore and Creggaun MacHugh townlands in said barony, and by Keoves and Castle French West in the barony of Kilconnel.

This is a list of townlands that share a border with Loonaghtan (Mahon).

• Castle Ffrench West
• Keave
• Loonaghtan (Kelly)

Census of Ireland (1821- 1911)

The first full population census of Ireland was taken in 1821 and the first four Irish censuses were arranged by county, barony, civil parish and townland.

1821:  Only some fragments for small parts of county Galway survive. There are no records      for Ahascragh.

1831:  The only surviving records are from Counties Antrim and Derry.

1841:  There are no surviving records for County Galway.

1851:   There are no surviving records for County Galway.

1861:  Census records for 1861 and 1871 were deliberately destroyed by the government

1881:  The records for 1881 and 1891 were pulped as waster paper during the shortages of World War I.

1901:   See Below

1911:   See Below

1911 Census

Overview of the townland

There were a total of 14 houses in the townland of Loonaghtan (Mahon) in 1911 and all were occupied and listed as being private dwellings. All houses were constructed of stone, brick or concrete walls and had thatch, wood or other perishable materials for roofing. House 10 was a 4^th class dwelling, houses 3, 7, 8 and 12 were 3^rd class dwellings and all the others were 2^nd class dwellings. House 10 had 1 room and no windows in the front, house 8 had 3 rooms and no windows to the front, houses 7 and 12 had 3 rooms and 1 window, house 3 had 3 rooms and 2 windows, houses 1, 2 ,4, 5, 9, 11, 13 and 14 had 3 rooms and 3 windows and house 6 had 4 rooms and 3 windows to the front. According to the Out-Offices and Farm-Steadings return there were a total of 53 out buildings in the townland consisting of 5 stables, 12 cow houses, 2 calf houses, 11 piggeries, 4 fowl houses, 10 barns, 1 workshop and 8 sheds. There were 53 people in the townland at that time, 33 males and 20 females. The enumerator for the area was listed as being Const. Patrick Clements.

House 1: Igo [sic]

The head of the first family in Loonaghtan (Mahon) was Bartholomew (53) and he had been married to Mary (40) for 15 years and during that marriage they had had 3 children of which 2 had survived; John (10) and Patrick (6). They were all born in Co. Galway and were Roman Catholic, although there was no place of birth for Patrick. With the exception of Patrick, they could all read and write and Bartholomew was a farmer while John was a scholar. The house was a 2^nd class dwelling with 3 rooms and they also had a stable, a cow house, a piggery and a barn. The landholder was Bartholomew Igo [sic].

House 2: Geraghty

Edward (70) had been married to Margaret (72) for 42 years and had had 6 children with 5 of those surviving until that time. They shared the house with 2 of their children, Margaret (29) and Michael (28). They were all born in Co. Galway and were Roman Catholic. With the exception of Margaret (72), they could all read and write and both parents could speak both Irish and English. Edward was a farmer and Michael was a farmer’s son. The house was a 2^nd class dwelling with 3 rooms and they also had a cow house. The landholder was Edward Geraghty.

House 3: Hopkins

There 10 members of this household and the head was listed as being Martin (50) and he had been married to Norah (51) for 26 years and they had 8 children; Nellie (25), John (23), Mathew (21), Patrick (20), Mary (18), Denis (16), Katie (12) and Martin (10). They were all born in Co. Galway and were Roman Catholic and all could read and write. Martin (50) was a farmer, John was a blacksmith, Mathew was a sewing machine agent, Patrick was a farmer’s son and the 3 youngest children were scholars. The house was a 3^rd class dwelling with 3 rooms and they also had a stable, a cow house, a piggery, a fowl house, a barn and a shed. The landholder was Martin Hopkins.

House 4: Geraghty

The head of this family was Hugh (54) and he lived in the house with his wife of 20 years, Bridget (52) and their 3 sons, Patrick (19), Thomas (17) and Michael (15). They were all born in Co. Galway and were Roman Catholic. Bridget and Thomas spoke both Irish and English and all could read and write. Hugh was a farmer, Patrick and Thomas were farmer’s sons and Michael was a scholar. The house was a 2^nd class dwelling with 3 rooms and they also had a cow house, a piggery, a fowl house, a barn and a shed. The landholder was Hugh Geraghty.

House 5: Hopkins

Frank (73) was married to Julia (69) and had been for 41 years and during that marriage they had had 7 children and all of those children had survived. They shared the house with their son, Martin (26). They were all born in Co. Galway and were Roman Catholic and both parents spoke Irish and English. Frank and Martin could read and write and Julia could read only. Frank was a farmer and Martin was a farmer’s son. The house was a 2^nd class dwelling with 3 rooms and they also had a cow house and a piggery. The landholder was Francis Hopkins.

House 6: Kenny / Delaney

The head of this household was the widower, Andrew (70) and he shared the house with His son, Thomas (38) who had been married to Annie (30) and during that marriage they had had 5 children who also lived in the house and they were; John (6), Mary Anne (5), Thomas Joseph (4), Andrew (2) and Martin (3mths). Also in the house at that time was Andrew’s brother-in-law, Denis Delaney (70). They were all born in Co. Galway and were Roman Catholic. Andrew spoke Irish and English, Denis could read only and Thomas and Annie could read and write. Andrew was a farmer, Thomas was a shoemaker and Denis was a farmer labourer. The house was a 2^nd class dwelling with 4 rooms and they also had a cow house, a piggery, a barn, a workshop and a shed. The landholder was Andrew Kenny.

House 7: Glennon [sic]

The widow, Ellen (76) was listed as the head of this family and she shared the house with her son, Dan (35) who had been married to Ellen (31) for 8 years and they had had 4 children and 3 of those had survived and those 3 also lived in the house and were; John (6), Michael (2) and Mary Kate (1). They were all born in Co. Galway and were Roman Catholic. Ellen (76) spoke both Irish and English but could not read while all the others, with the exception of young Mary Kate, could read and write. Ellen (76) was a farmer, Dan was a farmer’s son and John was a scholar. The house was a 3^rd class dwelling with 3 rooms and they also had a cow house, a calf house, a piggery and a barn. The landholder was Ellen Glennon [sic].

House 8: Finerty [sic]

James (62) was the head of this family and he had been married to 36 years and had had 5 children, 3 of whom had survived until that time. They shared the house with their son, Martin (35). They were all born in Co. Galway and were Roman Catholic and both parents could speak both Irish and English, James and Martin could read and write and James was a farmer and Martin was listed as being a farmer’s son. The house was a 3^rd class dwelling with 3 rooms and they also had a stable, a cow house, a piggery, a barn and a shed. The landholder was James Finerty [sic].

House 9: Geraghty

Patrick (37) lived in this house with his wife of 12 years, Bridget (34) but they had no children. They were both born in Co. Galway and were Roman Catholic and both could read and write. Patrick was a farmer. The house was a 2^nd class dwelling with 3 rooms and they also had a stable, a cow house, a calf house, a piggery, a fowl house, a barn and a shed. The landholder was Patrick Geraghty.

House 10: Glennon [sic]

The sole occupant of house 10 was Michael (84), who was listed as being married but no further information was given on that marriage or if they had children. He was a Roman Catholic and was born in Co. Galway. He could speak both Irish and English, could read and write and was listed as being a retired farmer. The house was a 4^th class dwelling with 1 room. The landholder was Michael Glennon [sic].

House 11: Finerty [sic]

There were 6 members of this household and the head was listed as being Martin (88) and he had been married to Bridget (73) for 52 years and they had had 10 children with 6 of those having survived until that time. They shared the house with their son, Michael (40) who was married to Katie and had been for 5 years and during that time they had had 3 children and 2 of those had survived and also lived in the house and they were; Delia (3) and Martin (6mths). They were all born in Co. Galway and were Roman Catholic and Martin (88) and Bridget spoke both Irish and English while only Michael and Katie could read and write. Martin was a farmer and Michael was a farmer’s son. The house was a 2^nd class dwelling with 3 rooms and they also had a stable, a cow house, a piggery, a barn and a shed. The landholder was Martin Finerty [sic].

House 12: Connor

Martin (67) was the head of this family and he had been married to Mary (54) for 30 years and during that marriage they had 9 children and all had survived. They shared the house with 5 of those children; Annie (19), Bridget (17), Martin (14), Matthew (11) and Michael (8). They were all born in Co. Galway and were Roman Catholic. With the exception of Martin (67) they could all read and write. Martin (67) was a farmer and the 3 youngest children were scholars. The house was a 3^rd class dwelling with 3 rooms and they had a cow house, a piggery, a barn and a shed. The landholder was Martin Connor.

House 13: Staunton

The widower, John (92) lived in this house with his daughter, Catherine (39). They were both born in Co. Galway and were Roman Catholic and John could speak both Irish and English but neither of the occupants could read. John was listed as being a farmer. The house was a 2^nd class dwelling with 3 rooms and they had a cow house, a piggery, a barn and a shed. The landholder was John Staunton.

House 14: Molloy / Tyrell

Peter (43) was the head of the last family in Loonaghtan (Mahon) and he shared the house with his wife of 9 years, Annie (38) and they had no children. They shared the house with a servant, Margaret Tyrell (24). They were all Roman Catholic with Peter being born in Co. Westmeath, Annie was born in Co. Roscommon and Margaret was born in Co. Meath and they could all read and write. Peter was a R.I.C. pensioner and farmer, Annie was a national school teacher and Margaret was a general servant. The house was a 2^nd class dwelling with 3 rooms and they had a cow house, a piggery, a fowl house, a barn and a shed. The landholder was Peter Molloy.

1901 Census

Overview of the townland

According to the 1901 census there were a total of 14 houses in the townland, all were private dwellings listed as being occupied. House 1 was a 2^nd class dwelling, house 9 was a 4^th class dwelling and all the others were 3^rd class. House 9 was constructed of mud, wood or other perishable materials for walls and thatch, wood or other perishable materials for roofing and all the other houses were constructed of stone, brick or concrete walls with thatch, wood or other perishable materials for roofing. House 9 had 1 room and 1 window to the front, house 7 had 1 room and 2 windows, houses 4, 6, 8 and 12 had 2 rooms and 2 windows in the front houses 3, 5, 11 and 14 had 3 rooms and 2 windows to the front, house 1 had 3 rooms and 3 windows and houses 2, 10 and 13 had 4 rooms and 2 windows. The out-offices and farm-steadings return shows that there were 25 out buildings in the townland consisting of 8 stables, 12 cow houses, a piggery and 4 barns. There were a total of 54 people in the townland at this time, 30 males and 24 females. The enumerator for the area was Const. Patrick Barrett.

House 1: Hopkins

The head of the first family in Loonaghtan (Mahon) was Martin (38) and he was married to Norah (40) and they shared the house with 8 of their children; Ellie (14), John (12), Mat (11), Pat (9), Mary (7), Denis (5), Kate (3) and Martin (1). They were all born in Co. Galway and were Roman Catholic and both parents could speak both Irish and English. The 3 youngest children could not read, Mary and Martin (38) could read only and all the others could read and write. Martin (38) was a farmer, Ellie, Mary and Kate were Farmer’s daughters and John, Mat, Pat, Denis and Martin (1) were listed as being farmer’s sons. The house was a 2^nd class dwelling with 3 rooms and they had a stable, a cow house and a barn. The landholder was Martin Hopkins.

House 2: Geraghty

The widower, Patrick (77), was the head of this family and he lived in the house with his son, Hugh (42), his daughter-in-law, Bridget (40) and 3 grandsons, Patrick (9), Thomas (6) and Michael (3). They were all born in Co. Galway and were Roman Catholic. With the exception of Michael and Thomas, they all spoke Irish and English. Patrick (77) and Michael could not read, Patrick (9) and Thomas could read only and Hugh and Bridget could read and write. Patrick (77) was a farmer and Hugh, Patrick (9), Thomas and Michael were listed as being farmer’s sons. The house was a 3^rd class dwelling with 4 rooms and they had a stable and a cow house. The landholder was Patrick Geraghty.

House 3: Connor

There were 9 people in this family with Martin (50) being the head and he was married to Mary (40) and they lived in the house with 7 of their children; Kate (18), Mary (14), James (13), Annie (9), Bridget (7), Martin (3) and Mat (1). They were all born in Co. Galway and were Roman Catholic. Mary (40) could read only and Kate, Mary (14), James and Annie could read and write. Martin (50) was listed as being a farmer, Kate, Mary (14), Annie and Bridget were farmer’s daughters and all the sons were listed as being farmer’s sons. The house was a 3^rd class dwelling with 3 rooms and they had a cow house and a barn. The landholder was Martin Connor.

House 4: Geraghty

Edward (60) was the head of this family and he lived in the house with his wife, Margaret (60) and 2 of their children; Margaret (19) and Michael (17). They were all born in Co. Galway and were Roman Catholic. All of the family could speak both Irish and English, Edward could read only, Margaret (60) could not read and Margaret (19) and Michael could read and write. Edward was listed as being a farmer, Margaret (19) was a farmer’s daughter and Michael was a farmer’s son. The house was a 3^rd class dwelling with 2 rooms and they had a stable and a cow house. The landholder was Edward Geraghty.

House 5: Kenny / Delaney

Andrew (60) lived in this house with his wife, Mary (60) and their son, Thomas (29). Also in the house at that time was a boarder, Denis Delaney (60). They were all born in Co. Galway and were Roman Catholic. Both Andrew and Mary spoke both Irish and English, Andrew and Denis could read only and Mary and Thomas could read and write. Andrew was a farmer, Thomas was a farmer’s son and Denis was a farm Servant. The house was a 3^rd class dwelling with 3 rooms and they had a stable and a cow house. The landholder was Andrew Kenny.

House 6: Finnerty

Mark (38) was married to Bridget (38) and they lived in this house with 3 of their children; John (7), Mary Ellen (6) and Delia (3). They were all born in Co. Galway and were Roman Catholic. Mark could read only, Bridget could read and write and the children could not read. Mark was listed as being a farmer, John was a farmer’s son and Mary Ellen and Delia were farmer’s daughters. The house was a 3^rd class dwelling with 2 rooms and they had a cow house and a piggery. The landholder was Mark Finnerty.

House 7: Staunton

The widower, John (81) lived in this house with is daughter, Catherine (28) and both were born in Co. Galway and were Roman Catholic. John could speak Irish and English but neither he or Catherine could read. John was a farmer and Catherine was a farmer’s daughter. The house was a 3^rd class dwelling with 1 room and they had a cow house. The landholder was John Staunton.

House 8: Finnerty

Martin (80) was married to Bridget (65) and they lived in this house with their son, Michael (28) and daughter, Annie (20). They were all born in Co. Galway and were Roman Catholic. All of the family could speak both Irish and English and the children could read and write. Martin was a farmer, Michael was a farmer’s son and Annie was a farmer’s daughter. The house was a 3^rd class dwelling with 2 rooms and they had a cow house and a piggery. The landholder was Martin Finnerty.

House 9: Glennon [sic]

The sole occupant of this house was Michael (62), who was listed as being married but information was listed of his wife. He was a Roman Catholic and was born in Co. Galway. He spoke Irish and English, could not read and was listed as being a farmer. The house was a 4^th class dwelling with 1 room. The landholder was Michael Glennon [sic].

House 10: Finnerty

James (50) was married to Mary (50) and they shared the house with 3 of their children; Martin (21), Annie (18) and Mary (15). They were all born in Co. Galway and were Roman Catholic. Both parents could speak both Irish and English but could read only while the children could read and write. James was a farmer, Martin was a farmer’s son and Annie and Mary were farmer’s daughters. The house was a 3^rd class dwelling with 4 rooms and they had a stable and a cow house. The landholder was James Finnerty.

House 11: Glennon [sic] / Connolly

The head of this household was Ellen (61), a widow, and she shared the house with 2 sons; John (27) and Dan (22) and also a boarder, Ellen Connolly (17). All were Roman Catholic with Ellen (17) being born in England and the others being born in Co. Galway. Ellen (61) spoke Irish and English but could not read while all the others could read and write. Ellen (61) was a farmer, both boys were listed as being farmer’s sons and Ellen Connolly was a domestic servant. The house was a 3^rd class dwelling with 3 rooms and they had a stable and a barn. The landholder was Ellen Glennon [sic].

House 12: Hopkins

Frank (60) and his wife, Julia (56) shared this house with their 2 sons; Denis (18) and Martin (16). They were all born in Co. Galway and were Roman Catholic and both parents spoke Irish and English but none of the family could read.  Frank was a farmer and Denis and Martin were farmer’s sons. The house was a 3^rd class dwelling with 2 rooms and they had a cow house and a barn. The landholder was Francis Hopkins.

House 13: Geraghty

Patrick (28) lived in this house with his wife, Bridget (27) and both were born in Co. Galway and were Roman Catholic. Patrick could read only and Bridget could read and write and Patrick was a farmer. The house was a 3^rd class dwelling with 4 rooms and they had a stable and a cow house. The landholder was Patrick Geraghty.

House 14: Igoe [sic]

Barttely [sic] (40) was the head of the last household in the townland and he shared the house with his wife, Mary (32), their son, John (10mths) and Barttely’s [sic] widowed mother, Ellen (76). They were all born in Co. Galway and were Roman Catholic. Ellen spoke Irish and English but only Barttely [sic] and Mary could read and write. Barttely [sic] was a farmer, John was a farmer’s son and Ellen was a farmer’s mother. The house was a 3^rd class dwelling with 3 rooms and they had a stable and a cow house. The landholder was Bartley Igoe [sic].

Griffith’s Valuation 1847 – 1864

(The Rev. Sir William V. R. Mahon Bart. was the main immediate lessor and and was so unless otherwise stated)

Plot 1: Patrick Tarp leased a house, office and 9 acres, 3 roods and 14 perches of land for £4 5s for the land and 12s for the buildings.

Plot 2A: William Feenaghty [sic] paid £1 5s for 5 acres, 1 rood and 30 perches of land.

Plot 2B: William Feenaghty [sic] leased a house and 4 acres, 3 roods and 30 perches of land for which he paid £3 10s for the land and 17s annually for the house.

Plot 3A: Martin Feenaghty [sic] leased 4 acres, 3 roods and 29 perches of land for £1.

Plot 3B: Martin Feenaghty [sic] leased a house for £1 and 3 acres, 3 roods and 26 perches of land for £2 15s.

Plot 4A: John Costelloe paid 15s for 4 acres, 1 rood and 11perches of land.

Plot 4B: John Costelloe paid £4 for 4 acres, 2 roods and 18 perches of land and £1 for a house annually.

Plot 5A: Patrick Geraghty (Mick) leased 4 acres, 1 rood and 12 perches of land for 15s annually.

Plot 5B: Patrick Geraghty (Mick) paid £1 for 4 acres, 1 rood and 23 perches of land.

Plot 5C: Patrick Geraghty (Mick) leased a house, offices and 5 acres, 1 rood and 3 perches of land for £3 10s for the land and 15s for the buildings.

Plot 6A: Denis Hopkins paid £1 5s for 5 acres, 1 rood and 15 perches of land.

Plot 6B: Denis Hopkins paid £4 5s for 5 acres, 1 rood and 25 perches of land

Plot 6C: Denis Hopkins leased a house, offices and 8 acres, 1 rood and 11 perches of land for which he paid £3 15s for the land and 15s for the buildings.

Plot 7A: Michael Geraghty leased 3 roods and 28 perches of land for 10s.

Plot 7B: Michael Geraghty leased a house, office and 7 acres, 1 rood and 28 perches of land for £2 15s for the land and 12s for buildings.

Plot 8: Mary Delany leased a house, offices and 8 acres, 2 roods and 18 perches of land for £4 for the land and 12s for the buildings.

Plot 9A: Michael Glennan [sic] paid £1 5s for 4 acres, 2 roods and 8 perches of land.

Plot 9B: Michael Glennan [sic] leased a house and 8 acres and 12 perches of land for £4 5s for the land and 15s for the house.

Plot 9C: Michael Glennan [sic] paid £3 annually for 4 acres and 36 perches of land.

Plot 9Ca: was a vacant house belonging to Michael Glennan [sic] that had an annual ratable valuation of £1.

Plot 10A: James Feenaghty [sic] leased 4 acres and 7 perches of land for £1.

Plot 10B: James Feenaghty [sic] leased a house, offices and 4 acres, 3 roods and 29 perches of land for which he paid annually £4 for the land and 15s for the buildings.

Plot 11: James Smith leased a house, office and 2 acres and 8 perches of land for which he paid, £1 15s for the land and 10s for the buildings.

Plot 12: John Hopkins paid £4 15s for 10 acres and 15 perches of land and £1 for a house and offices.

Plot 13: Patrick Geraghty (Hugh) leased a house and 9 acres, 1 rood and 4 perches of land for £4 for the land and 12s for the house.

Plot 14: John Igoe [sic] leased a house, offices and 9 acres, 3 roods and 17 perches of land for which he paid £4 5s for the land and 5s for the buildings.

Plot 15: The Rev. Sir William V. R. Mahon Bart. had, in fee (for himself), 49 acres, 1 rood and 10 perches of bog that had an annual ratable valuation of 10s.