20 pictures October 1997: Alex Ferguson and Mary McAleese were in town and big events for St. Mary’s and Na Magha
Alex Ferguson and Mary McAleese were in town, St. Mary’s College celebrated its pupils’ achievements in its annual prize-giving and hurlers from throughout Ulster descended on Celtic Park for a successful 7s competition.
The Derry Journal was there to capture these events for posterity.
Here is a selection of photographs from October 1997.
5. Geraldine Keegan presenting the Headmistress' Special Award for Commitment to Noelle Robinson. Included Claire McNabb and Fr. Brian Brady.
Geraldine Keegan presenting the Headmistress' Special Award for Commitment to Noelle Robinson. Included Claire McNabb and Fr. Brian Brady. Photo: Archive
6. Dr. Vera Furness, guest speaker, at St. Mary's prize-giving, presenting the Environmental Award to Terri Ann Moore.
Dr. Vera Furness, guest speaker, at St. Mary's prize-giving, presenting the Environmental Award to Terri Ann Moore. Photo: Archive
7. Fans in Foyleside for the visit of Alex Ferguson.
Fans in Foyleside for the visit of Alex Ferguson. Photo: Archive
8. Young Manchester United fans getting autographs from Alex Ferguson.
Young Manchester United fans getting autographs from Alex Ferguson. Photo: archive