I received the following inquiry.
Does anyone have any information regarding this subject?
I am researching the Pearson family of Ballygarvin, Ballgeehan, Coolacrease
and Carrick House in Ireland from the late 1800's till 1920. Many of them
were followers of William Irvine and Edward Cooney. I am familiar with the
books of Patricia Roberts and have just come across your website and
remarkable online book. What a great work.
I notice that Minnie Pearson is listed on the workers list of 1905 (chapter
9 of your book) and wondered if you had come across any other Pearson's in your research.?
I'm also wondering if you have any knowledge of Carrick House, Abbeyleix,
Co. Laois, Ireland (current location for conventions) and when they first
started holding conventions there?