1938.

Only his whiskers set him apart.

Douglas Hyde?

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3 thoughts on “A Gentle Prod

  1. Gabby

    Time magazine was prematurely optimistic. Dr. Douglas Hyde never sought public office, but in 1938 he accepted an all party nomination to be Ireland’s first president out of a sense of duty to a struggling nation. In decliing health, his wife having died, and with the assistance of his sister the quiet scholar performed his official duties. He had to greet American, British, German and other diplomats during the Emergency, listen to them and speak with sophisticated caution. Douglas Hyde’s life of linguistic scholarship gave a boost of morale to Irish society. His achievement can inspire coming generations.

    1. Janet, dreams of an alternate universe

      that’s how all positions should be filled, by reluctant but qualified people.
      top headline btw

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