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Sandy Row ! Really did enjoy the poem, brought back many good old memories. Thanks for the cleansing of the soul. Not forgetting after tracing my very short family tree, I believe 1970. The chimney sweep on his bicycle, coming to do the flue; Belfast is an Ulsterman with features dour and grim, Both the Short Strand and Sandy Row have existed on the very edge of the city for well over a hundred years and have maintained an identity that can only be described as “distinctly Belfast.” The people and the stories that have shaped and moulded these two communities are not as prevalent as they once were due to the development of the City landscape and the new apartment blocks and houses being built, as Belfast City is becoming a vibrant multi-ethnic place to live and work. Other photographers to have documented the re-development of other areas of Belfast include Buzz Logan on the Shankill and Frankie Quinn in Short Strand. In reality we were probably quite poor but everybody was so zoo, If anyone remembers me, or even if they While both communities are polarised by histories of conflict, the social history and heritage that they share have striking similarities. BT7 which covers Ormeau, Botanic and University areas recorded 46 positive cases and a rate per 100k population of 217.5. Sunday school and a bus run out for the day from Townsend queue. It will ALWAYS be used to live on the Cregagh Road,Belfast, but now live in In that time spent on Sandy Row, I took to walking the streets with Bill, getting drunk at one in the afternoon at the Klondyke Bar smoking filterless Woodbines and joyously snapping away. She said to me that day, ‘show what the landlords do to us, son’. I think I'd better call a halt before I break my heart. Andrew A. Orr - May '06 With the support of the Heritage Lottery Fund and the Belfast City Council, we’ve been documenting the Sandy Row community with the legendary local photographer, Bill Kirk. A lot of people don’t like it if the Boyne Bridge isn’t there. Bill Kirk - Klondyke Bar/Steel Chest/Shops/Sandy Row Bill Murray - Recycled Memories Conrad Atkinson - Arts Council Gallery 1974/75 This is the only official page of Official Sandy Row Boxing Club accept no imitations! Jim Walsh - Sep '06 My initial contact in Sandy Row was with Hector McMillan whose shop was on Primitive Street. I just happened upon this and Four weeks ago we reported that BT11, BT12 and BT17 were among the top ten worst affected postcodes in the north. It's a portrait of King Billy upon a gable wall, Evelyn Johnston (nee Morrison) originally from A righteous little gospel hall, a roman catholic chapel; For a while I lived in Sandy Row with incredibly kind and hospitable families. this poem and that it will stir up old memories. With new people moving into these areas, and new generations being reared, these communities are changing and a new identity is emerging. My head of department and lecturer Don Carstairs and Norman Lawrence and Jack Patience, while showing some disapproval, went along with my inclination towards documentary photography, an expression of my socialism. 'you could have got anything in sandy row.. people came from far and wide..' "nowadays the area has been losing many of these shops, with the long-established 'gilpins' being the latest to close." It's a bunch of savoury scallions, a plate of buttery I grew up in Sandy Row 40's / 60's I was a member of Blythe Street Boys Club during the 50's. We may have more money now but I think it those days I was Barbara Taylor - July '08 BT12 which covers Sandy Row and the Village areas – as well as Falls – recorded 67 positive cases (the most anywhere in South Belfast) and a rate per 100k population of 230.3. City. of home. Thanks. Killarney's lakes and fells, on the bells of the assembly Looking back almost 44 years to the time of my Sandy Row photography brings memories not only of the worst of Belfast’s ‘troubles’ but also of my own struggle to live on a student grant while studying photography at the Art College. It's bacon boiled with pamphrey, served when piping It's a great Northern Irish Yahoo Group. The men collecting refuse , bonfires in sandy row; It's fish and chips in paper, on a Friday from Johnny Reviewed in the United Kingdom on June 23, 2018. In September 2016 the parish launched a Strategic Plan outlining aims and objectives for the next few years. Road. Our hope is that this work reveals how a still thriving community continues to cope with the economic displacements that come with being located near the developing city centre. A wee shop at the corner, a friendly bit of chat; pan And that's the answer stranger and now I'm sure you'll Naively, I believed the world might be put to right by image-making, perhaps in the vein of Lewis Hine and others. A climb up tough Ben Madigan to get a splendid view. Evelyn Johnston - Jan '06Many memories long forgotten brought back sharp as J Wilson - Octy '06 hot, The reporter was a ‘ceasefire baby’ who grew up in Northern Ireland in the 90s. him to be related. nearly broke my heart. Sometime ago you asked me if I would let you have some of my recollections of the Willis connection, so bear with me while I get my thinking cap on. An oul lad in a duncher, the woman in a shawl, 5 WRITING ON WALL: A mural celebrating local women was unveiled by Footprints Women's Centre in Poleglass in 2017 Lillian Crooks - Oct '06 On some level, this book by Bill Kirk also attempts to do the same: to fight the erasure of time; to bring back to life the people, characters, streets, birds, sidewalk, white socks, bonfires, bricks, concrete, clouds, the smell of tobacco, the texture of tweed, the music, sausages, fish and chips, all of this making a texture, a feel of place and time. Bill Kirk - Klondyke Bar/Steel Chest/Shops/Sandy Row Bill Murray - Recycled Memories Conrad Atkinson - Arts Council Gallery 1974/75 This poem brings back old memories. Kirk says of his frequently moving images: “social photographers are often accused of exploitation, but I see it as acknowledging people’s lives; of documenting our common humanity. The wee lad with spricks in an oul glass jar, The two projects found a natural fit, and the result is a series of irreplaceable images of a community in the throes of conflict and on the brink of major transformation. Liam Murphy. This project hopes to capture this “distinctly Belfast” identity that will be transformed over the next ten years. We learned alot from our leader Dick MacKay, other wise known as the Big Man. That was a sense that I brought to all my projects, whether it was the events of Bombay Street in 1969 or the final days of the old Sandy Row. yard. We have made many friends while working on this project. Gerard Storey is hoping for some better fortune after a precautionary Covid-19 test derailed his first-team debut for Portsmouth last month. I felt it was important to have this record, that these lives were important. I run an exiles site with members all over the world. It's wemen on the windystool when the summer sun shines my "home". Based on an original idea “That could have been my house!” and “I remember those outside toilets in the winter!,” are representative of the many comments of long time residents identifying with Bill's pictures, and a fair amount actually thought some of the images were taken in “The Strand”. His curiosity for the details is most shown in the images of home interiors where lives are lived and intimate memories are made. The day he said that, I chanced to take the photograph of two old, white coated shopping ladies which is now regarded as one of my strongest images. Spikey broken bottles stuck on the backyard wall. dug up the cobble stones on Elm Street and made a nice smoothe is, I remember each and everything you mentioned!! Indeed, when we recently curated a photographic exhibition through our previously funded HLF project, showcasing Sandy Row photographer, Bill Kirk, a whole contingent of residents from the Short Strand community who saw Bill's images and viscerally identified with them. It's a needle to an anchor in Smithfield's famous mart, Trouble and dear friends residing in Northern Ireland and go there Do you mind a Corporation gas man, complete with bowler After this trauma, I resolved to change the direction of my life. God called your name so softly that only you could hear, and no-one heard the footsteps of the angels drawing near. My decision to enrol in 1972 at the age of 35 followed the bad year of 1971 in which Short Brothers and Harland paid me off and I spent six months in Foster Green Hospital and lost a kidney to Tuberculosis. My 2 aunts in the same street, my granda across the Thanks for sharing. I really liked this little poem, it gave me heart the chills, He has an understanding of their plight, a deep fondness of their character, a respect for the culture and a passion to record it. Made me think about the times I went roamin' round the hills. One day he said, ‘you think too much, just be easy and photograph. Sunday school excursion, a treat for one and all; Frankie Quinn says of Bill’s work on Sandy Row: “Bill exudes an affinity with the people. I decided on a project to record the lives of the people before they were ‘re-developed’. O'Hara's bap with country butter, a dander round the me i could keep the flowers, never been the brightest. Trekking up the Cavehill to roll me Easter egg, Sandy Row: The Village within the City. Again, because of the geographical dynamics of these two areas, local traditions and social histories have survived in ways we don’t always see in other districts, and thus this project is timely and relevant as our city continues to redevelop. if it takes your fancy. Tho' I know that it won't be the same as when I was a wean. is what it's all about! I used to go a lot to Bangor as a youngster with my granny now lived in Melbourne Australia and have always have thoughts If anyone has any information on the wereabouts of Bill Nesbitt Can words bring back a time long past? Now it seems so far away, almost out of reach. spread out over the clothes horse to warm. We have created an online presence that showcases the oral history archive and also allows contributors from outside of the city to send us their own stories and images relating to the project themes. For me, she personified ‘Ma’ in Steinbeck’s The Grapes of Wrath. I have been back many times and like everywhere Title: The Row You Know: Memories of Old Sandy Row: in the Donegall Pass area, I left 45years ago and came to for the memories........ Anne Maxwell ( member of Exiles Files We are eternally grateful for their kindness, and look forward to our continued work on Sandy Row. So many memories not just from what was said, I still have relatives Joseph died of pulmonary edema, caused by a heart problem, in his mid 50's. You may be charged a restocking fee up to 50% of item's price for used or damaged returns and up to 100% for materially different item. He was the great campaigner for improved living conditions in the area and the main driver for the wonderful Sandy Row festival. The photographer worked for the English developers Building Design Partnership, who wanted to record the area as part of the restructuring process. Through the use of old photographs from the area as a stimulus, this project encourages people from generations past to share their stories. Sandy Row Community Centre Committee, 1997 - Belfast (Northern Ireland) - 96 pages. Shortly after I commenced my studies, I learned of the plan to re-develop SandyRow. So listen , and I'll tell you why I love this city so. For the 2020 holiday season, returnable items shipped between October 1 and December 31 can be returned until January 31, 2021. A half moon round the door step, a polis man on guard, His book is a true evocation of “a time lost” and as such I cherish it, and I would humbly suggest that you cherish it too. in this poem even after forty years with out ever being back. The purpose of its formation was to combat terrorism in Northern Ireland. A flower seller on a stool, outside the city hall; Pick up a copy of his Burnt Out: How the Troubles Began!…, Belfast Archive Project, 5-7 Conway Street, Belfast, Northern Ireland, BT13 2DE, United Kingdom. Marcel Proust thought so and devoted seven volumes In Search of Lost Time to that attempt. Anyone who is pm'ing us on this page could you contact us through our new page on status below as are pm's don't seem to be working on this page. on a weekend. going to seek out his poetry and place it on our site too. Getting taken up the street to my aunties in my daddy's This idea started in early 2016 following the success of Kirk’s BAP exhibition and book of photographs from 1974. “I naively believed,” he adds, “that photography could make a difference.” This commitment is evident in the frequently moving, always captivating images, which are not only of vital historical significance, but also show a creative vision that is technically flawless and informed by empathy. It is visual anthropology at its best. The stories that exist throughout both of these communities have created a social heritage that could be representative of either of the two. road. Anne Maxwell - July '08 Why Belfast is the only place in all the world for me. Nesbitt? down, Although they share very different views on things such as culture and religious beliefs, their main roots lie within the heart of Belfast and their everyday lives over the past hundred years have been almost identical. One day in Boyne Square I was photographing Sandy Row’s midwife, Mrs Elliot, who never slept in bed but downstairs on the sofa, so she was always ready for the knock on the door. Street Church. Sandy Row was once a thriving community, best known and loved for its vibrant shops. I 3 talking about this. Clarence Fahnestock Memorial State Park is a delight for outdoor enthusiasts. We are having problems sending and receiving msgs on this page if you could contact us through our new page or through personal Chris Rooney page Thanks Valerie Henry (nee Murtagh) - Aug '08 a trip, Bobbie Moore, Dorothy Coates and Eddie Murray from St Aiden’s Church, the Rangers Club, The Royal Bar, local MLA Christopher Stalford, the Orange Hall, the crew at the allotments, staff at the Harry Fletcher home, Ted Booth, and all the other residents who gave interviews and posed for photographs. but how it was said using terms and phrases I haven't heard Malone, I have the fondest memories and affection for the Belfast pepole and especially the "Hill" North QueenSt,Sailortown.The Half Bap Coates St ,The Bullring Millfield. Kirk’s work has always been known for empathically capturing individuals and their everyday ways of life. Sitting here and the tears a tripping me. So listen , and I'll tell you why I love this city so. Moreen Zachariasen  - January '07 thanks for any help, Colin Charles Dickson - Sept '05stickinout, been away 33years and this great poem see, This week, however, BT12, which covers Upper Springfield, Falls, Sandy Row and The Village recorded 57 individuals testing positive with the virus with an incidence rate of 195.9 per 100,00. Hello Roy Johnston is my buddy and a good friend, we run the - for which I am thankful, especially the "half moon round the doorstep" as that was my particular chore on a weekend. Along with our online presentation, we will create a publication to showcase some of the images taken by Bill Kirk over the last year including short transcriptions with some of the relevant stories and memories. Take a wee gander and join up What a great poem it brought back lots of memories as I have Samuel's sister is Eleanor Nesbitt (nee Earley) and i think But that's OK, I'm still excited just to see the good ould Thanks for the memories Andrew CarragonCan anyone point me in the right direction of Bill Funeral Service will be held from Sandy Row Methodist Church on Friday 23rd August at 9:30am and afterwards to Roselawn cemetery. the liberty bodice! tone. The Club has had numerous Amateur success stories and aims to provide many more to come. I'll speak to you, dear stranger, if you really want A bag of salty dullis, a boul of Irish stew, It was a paper boy shoutin telly, a piece of apple tart The member of staff who signed me in, showed me to room 303, became my key worker. Kirk was already involved in a personal project to document the area in 1974, having heard (while in college) that it was to be entirely redeveloped. Or down to Gannaway with the BB, we'd stay there for a week, Often during my photography in Sandy Row, I felt an echo of my troubles at home, particularly as I had exposed my family to insecurity and even to penury, but I could only blindly continue and hope to surmount the difficulties. Both the Short Strand and Sandy Row are widely known within the city and beyond as being very distinctly Belfast working class communities. Thanks for sharing. We haven't found any reviews in the usual places. Must be hall, My brother,Trevor, lives in New York Dancing lessons in the wee hall. I really loved Bill Nesbitts poems when they used to put them The project is the story of two of Belfast's working class communities: Sandy Row and Short Strand. Willima (Bill) Nesbitt is her son. An Easter egg that's dyed with whins, a slice of ormo 100% of every donation goes directly to programming. ever ! And that life here was not just about conflict.”. Bill Kirk - Klondyke Bar/Steel Chest/Shops/Sandy Row Bill Murray - Recycled Memories Conrad Atkinson - Arts Council Gallery 1974/75 Frankie Quinn - Peacelines/The Orange Gerry Collins - Bombay Street 1969 Hugh McKeown - Ardoyne - The Aftermath 1969 Jakub Swiderek - … age; i was just passing and had mitched of school and they told All images and text © COPYRIGHT. It's the Mays market on a Friday, the ships lined at At that show, an elderly female attendant referred to me as ‘William Conor with a camera’. It's a pint of creamy porter and a Sunday morning hymn; richer than I will ever be again. it has changed a lot over the years but I have my memories Thinking of the With skerry spuds, balls of flour, cracked laughing It's the sharp expressive dialect of everyone at large, Will be sadly missed by his loving family circle. Along with Kirk’s images, the BAP has gathered dozens of oral histories. But I have only vague memories of reading it the first time, which must have been in the 1980s. Orangefield, Hyndford Street, Abetta Parade, Cyprus Avenue, North Road, the Sandy Row … We exhibited together at the Arts Council gallery in 1975. “Sandy Row Revisited” came about after the realisation that what was missing from the images were the stories behind them. longs; Conceivably it was something else that caused shortness of breath or wheezing, like pulmonary disease or emphesema. S.D. The tobacco smell in York street, a beg of yella man, road where we could roller skate and play rounders . We were spurred on by the untimely death of Jackie Robinson, a fountain of knowledge about the area and set about the task of gathering oral histories. Dave Sloan 3-13-06. And it was in mid 1974 that I met the young French photographer, Gilles Peress. Roy Johnston - March '06 on hot peas. chips. Queen’s visit brings back varied memories. Belfast Archive ProjectImages and text may not be reproduced by any means without consent.The right to be identified as the author of this work has been asserted in accordance with the Copyright, Design and Patents Act 1988.For terms of use and permissions for commercial purposes please email info@belfastarchiveproject.com, Great book launch for Michael McCann at Cultúrlann! and tell him stories. A goldfish bought in Gresham Street, a preacher at the past, and a childhood spent in Cavour Street on the Old Lodge Brilliant! I'll stroll the streets of Belfast and to Carrickfergus take He took an interest in me and appeared to be an astute observer of character. The old men talking in the park of a past and better Ireland you can go to http://exilesfiles.fcpages.com. I have been here for 36 years and still miss home. Lunches packed up in a beg and all the games we played. far to sea, on victoriancostume@hotmail.co.uk A fry upon a Saturday, or a coal breek on a cart. live in the U.S.A. It's herrings fried in oaten meal, with a drink of buttermilk; - for which I am thankful, especially the "half If you want to check out our homepage for more Poetry on N. Indeed, the initial impulse for documenting Sandy Row during the early 70s was to bear witness to the decimation of one of Belfast’s oldest working-class communities. That's The British Government in 1920 formed the Ulster Special Constabulary, more familiarly known as the “B” Specials. This project connects people to the city through the stories that we will record, archive, and exhibit. The deathless hush on Saturday when linfield play away, He was at my shoulder at that very moment. Street when the savings club paid out. tea; It's the islandmen who build great ships that take us WELCOME: Excited loyalists greet the royal cortege as it makes it's way through Sandy Row As I write this the Queen of England and the Duke of Edinburgh are in Bushmills. of Easter and Christmas shopping at the sweet shop in Agnas Sandy Row (Irish: Rae na Gainmhe) is a street in south Belfast, Northern Ireland.It lends its name to the surrounding residential community, which is predominantly Protestant working-class.The Sandy Row area had a population of 2,153 in 2001; in 2018, the population was estimated to be around 4,000. ... For just over the best part of the last 2½ yrs I was crashing in a homeless hostel on the Sandy Row (July 2016 until recently). The project brings the work of photographers who have documented the last 40 years in each community in dialogue with the living memory of the residents. The dingy little café where they serve you dainty It's the smell of mansion polish on the lino in the A fellow student, Arthur Watson from Newbuildings, Co. Londonderry put forward the idea of seeking out such major change projects. The sally army band on Sunday to save the sinning throng. USC LOL 1970 was formed to commemorate the force also known as the 'B Specials' which was stood down in May 1970. Joan Skillen - Jan '06Great poem, tears tripping me. For some reason I feel like taking Hopscotch on the footpath, a swing around a lamp, Champagne Memories . hall, Now, the only way we’re going to get that, if they’re going to make a Transport Hub down there. Nearly 45 years after his groundbreaking work on Sandy Row, including his well-known Klondyke Bar series, Kirk returned to the area to find contemporary images of a community on the cusp of another major “re-development” phase. By Bill Nesbitt. My former name was Moreen Dick. Belfast City Council The march will set off from Sandy Row towards Belfast City Hall. People’s memories of one of the most pivotal moments of the Troubles are being recorded as part of a living history project. Attending Perth Street School. The stories we are gathering and curating will prevent us from losing a vital part of the city’s historical identity. hat, And Memories Arising By AM Saturday, April 6, 2019. my grandson out this weekend to catch "spricks" saps, can't live in the place, but can't live without it. Sunday School trips down to Millisle, Lord those were the Its professional training methods delivered by experienced … Exiles Files together. for a lost way of life I even once had my picture taken by Road before we left for England, I can recognise every place Many memories long forgotten brought back sharp as ever ! a new articlecontribute your article to the site. My mummy working in Browns at Brown Square and the thrill do not, I would love to hear from you! 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