53 archive pictures from Derry & Donegal back in September 1974

By Brendan McDaid

Published 26th Sep 2024, 15:14 BST

Updated 26th Sep 2024, 15:53 BST

Here we present photos of people and places from the Derry Journal archive of 50 years ago back in September 1974.

Photos: Derry Journal archive.

Boxers Damien McDermott and Charlie Nash pictured as they reached the Ulster Finals.

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Boxers Damien McDermott and Charlie Nash pictured as they reached the Ulster Finals. Photo: DJ

A young Fr Paddy O'Kane and Rev D. Mullan from St Eugene's Cathedral presenting trophies during the St Eugene's Youth Association netball and football competitions final held at Brooke Park. Fr Paddy organised the event.

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A young Fr Paddy O'Kane and Rev D. Mullan from St Eugene's Cathedral presenting trophies during the St Eugene's Youth Association netball and football competitions final held at Brooke Park. Fr Paddy organised the event. Photo: Derry Journal

Talented Derry musician Geraldine McKeever with manager Tony Johnston back in 1975.

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Talented Derry musician Geraldine McKeever with manager Tony Johnston back in 1975. Photo: DJ

St Eugene's parish football and netball finals at Brooke Park back in February 1975.

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St Eugene's parish football and netball finals at Brooke Park back in February 1975. Photo: Derry Journal

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