|
Paul’s lecture will discuss the various
reasons the Irish immigrated to America, the reception they
received, and the impact they had on the areas they settled.
Besides farming, these immigrants played a major role in the
creation of the I & M Canal, as well as the many railroads that
crisscrossed Illinois. Many farmed for Scully family, and were
involved in tiling the swampy ground. This lecture will give
fascinating insight about a large portion of our population.
Through March 28th shoppers may enter the
drawing for the Pot of Gold Basket, that will be filled with
gifts and certificates from local businesses and organizations.
On March 28th the St. Andrew Society
Dancers will demonstrate both Irish and Scottish dances to live
music at 11:00a at the Village Hall, followed by the drawing for
the Pot of Gold Basket.
The dinner lecture on the 21st will feature a traditional corn beef
and cabbage dinner or meat loaf and mashed potatoes will be offered
at Horsefeathers at 104 Governor Oglesby Street in Elkhart,
Illinois.
Reservations are required for the lecture and must be made by
calling 217-947-2238; space is limited, so call early. In the
event of inclement weather, the event will be held on Saturday,
March 28. The reservation form can be downloaded from the
elkharthistoricalsociety.org website.
[J Rob Wilson]
|
