OOPS! I was just reviewing today's message regarding the lease on the St. James Gate brewery in Dublin, and suddenly realized what I think is a typographical error. I can't find a source to check with at the moment, but I believe that the term of the original lease was NOT 9,000 years, but was 900 years. One too many zeros. Still a good deal, but just not "that" good. While I'm at it, let me add that if any reader sees an error in any of the history posts, I would be most happy if you would send me a correction, with a reference source.

Kevin - thanks for posting that "Pint O' Plain" poem. I have heard it before as a recitation. Is there a melody to which it is sung?