Blowick, Joseph (1903-1970)--DB4861
Biographical Notes
Date of birth and date of death
13.03.1903-12.08.1970
Maiden name, place of origin
Fortlawn, Belcarra
Marital status, religious denomination, children
Married to Teresa O'Mally
Social background, family connections
Son of John Blowick, farmer, and Honoria 'Norah' born Madden; three brothers, which all became priests, and a sister
Education, occupation and public functions
Education
Occupation
Minister for Lands 1948-1951 and 1954-1957
Functions in agricultural institutions
Functions in other institutions
Pilgrimages to Knock shrines: Chief Marshall
Political activities
Teachta Dála (TD) Mayo-South (CnT) 1943-1965; Mayo County Council: Member 1945-1948; Clann na Talmhan: Leader 1944-1958
Short Biography
References
Own publications
Sources
- ARH file no. 3325
- Daly, Mary E., The First Department: A History of the Department of Agriculture, Dublin 2002, p. 391