The original of this picture of Pat Hennessey can be seen at the library.

Who Was PAT HENNESSY?

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Patrick Hennessy
Born March 9(?), 1837
Parish of Ladybridge, Cloyne Diocese
County Cork, Ireland.

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Baptized by Reverend M. Power
Catholic Church, March 12,1837
Sponsors:
Patrick Plavin and Frances Walsh

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Parents:
John and Norry Walsh Hennessy
Brothers:
John, Maurice, Martin
Sisters:
Johanna and Mary

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Schooling:
Ballymacoda Primary School
Middleton Secondary School
St. Colman's College--2 years

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Died Violently: July 4, 1874
Oklahoma Territory

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(from Hennessey Clipper 8/17/1967)

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