asked the Minister for Justice if he will state if he has received any Gárda or other report, or is otherwise aware, that volleys were fired over the grave of Dr. Crowley at Dunfeeney Cemetery about 18th February, 1934; if any Dáil Deputies or Senators were present when this breach of the law occurred and if they have since reported such breach; and if any arrests are expected in this connection.
Ceisteanna—Questions. Oral Answers. - Gárda and Graveyard Incident.
I am aware that three volleys were fired over the grave of the late Doctor Crowley on the occasion of his burial at Doonfeeney, Ballycastle, on Sunday, 18th February, 1934.
The two rifles used were used by two men who hold certificates entitling them to carry and use the said rifles and permission to fire volleys on the occasion had been obtained.
This permission was granted in pursuance of instructions given to the police authorities in May, 1933.
Can the Minister state how long it has been considered treasonable to fire—volleys over the grave of an Irish soldier and patriot?
It is not treasonable if people are lawfully authorised to fire them.