Jack Heddigan
Harry:: Where are you from?
I was born in 1918 in Broadford, Co. Limerick and grew up on a farm in Churchtown in North Cork.
Harry:: What games did you play when you were a boy?
Hurling – everything was about hurling.
Harry:: What was your favorite treat?
We would go to the point-to-point horse racing and a man with a cart would sell a special lollipop. On special occasions we would get the train to Cork.
Harry:: What was your first car?
I bought a Baby Ford 8 horse power in 1938 from Fr. Kelly in Limerick. The registration was IU 3028,
Harry:: What was your job?
I worked in the bank and I was the bank manager in Clonakilty AIB. I also worked in farming when younger.
Harry:: What event do you remember most in history?
The declaration of World War 2 in September 1939. I was working in the bank at the time, and we had to duplicate all documents. There was also food rationing.
Harry:: What is the secret to a long and healthy life?
Be nice, think of others and help them.
Harry:: What advice would you give to your 8 year old self?
To remain farming because I was good at it, but life takes over.