Southern Reporter and Cork Commercial Courier – Tuesday 23 May 1865
Destruction of Lord Crofton’s House
Roscommon, May 17. I regret to inform you that Mote Park, the beautiful seat of Lord Crofton, has been destroyed by fire. About one o’clock this morning the discovery was first made that the house was on fire, and notwithstanding that every assistance in their power was rendered by the constabulary and the tenants on the estate by whom his lordship is most deservedly loved and esteemed, the fine mansion was entirely consumed, nearly all the furniture, and many objects of great value having been destroyed. I understand the house is insured for a considerable amount. At present I am unable to give you any further particulars respecting this unfortunate event.
Ulverston Mirror and Furness Reflector – Saturday 27 May 1865
Mote Park, the beautiful seat of Lord Crofton, in Ireland, has been totally destroyed by fire. Nearly all the furniture and many objects of great value were destroyed.
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