THE IRISH PROBLEM

Hokitika Guardian, 19 April 1922, Page 3

THE IRISH PROBLEM

UNITED SERVICE TUI,ECIIAMS. ATTACK ON COLLINS. LONDON. April 18. The attempted assassination of All. Michael Collins originated with Commander Art O’Connor’s party, which is more extreme than the De Valeraites from whom they have broken off and bcome a law mi to themselves. The incident lias caused consternation among the De Valcraites. who fear it will divert support from Mr de Valina

Meanwhile the rival LILA, sections are converting Dublin into a battlefield, sniping, machine gunning and patrolling in armed cars. The rebels determinedly, but unsuccessfully, attacked Beggar’s Bush, the official and impregnable LILA, stronghold.

The attackers surroumled the barracks, opening fire on all sides. Free Staters mounted in armoured ears counter-attacked tie rebels, woe persed. Afterwards they attacked the transport sections and were again repulsed.

Indications are believed to point to a rebel plan to seize all the strategical points in Dublin preparatory to a revolutionary campaign throughout the country. The plans are even believed to include the seizure of Dublin Castle which is still in British occupation.

Rebels are pouring into the Four Courts from all parts of the Dublin county.