Following the Numbers
In this week’s article we take a different approach and through the medium of following the numbers, we learn of interesting facts relating to the…
Category: Sligo Chamber Centenary Articles
Customs and the much-vexed question of “Through Rates”
Prior to the emergence of the Irish Free State in 1922, it was the practice that “through bookings” of livestock and goods from Irish Ports…
Tourism and Connectivity – Comfort and Discomfort on the Train
Celebrating 100 Years of Sligo Chamber On this Week in 1925 Tourism and Connectivity – Comfort and Discomfort on the Train Tourism is one the…
The Burden of Taxation – A Menace to Commercial Development
Celebrating 100 Years of Sligo Chamber On this Week in 1929 The Burden of Taxation – A Menace to Commercial Development From the formation of…
Mr. H.C. Lyons – Managing Director, H.C. Lyons & Co. Ltd.
Celebrating 100 Years of Sligo Chamber Mr. H.C. Lyons Managing Director, H.C. Lyons & Co. Ltd. 1884 – 1945 Mr. H.C. Lyons was one of…
From Nagnatha to Sligo, a personal journey
Celebrating 100 Years of Sligo Chamber On this Week in 1953 From Nagnatha to Sligo, a personal journey In 1995 Sligo celebrated its 750th Birthday. …
H. Campbell Perry – The First President, Sligo Chamber of Commerce
Celebrating 100 Years of Sligo Chamber On this Week in 1935 H. Campbell Perry The First President, Sligo Chamber of Commerce Harper Campbell Perry was…
Local Businessmen give Generous Support to Society’s Appeal
On this Week in 1944
Transport Monopoly
Celebrating 100 Years of Sligo Chamber On this Week in 1939 Transport Monopoly Given Ireland’s unique geographic position on the periphery of Europe, maintaining effective…
First Sligo Chamber Annual Dinner
Celebrating 100 Years of Sligo Chamber On this Week in 1946 First Sligo Chamber Annual Dinner On the 10th of February this year we will…