Promoting Bridge in Northern Ireland
The IBU Inter-Provincials were held on BBO from 20-21 February 2021.
There were 3 separate events (Open, Area Master and Intermediate). Each province was represented by 3 teams in the 3 categories.
The overall result for Ulster was disappointing. However, congratulations to Christine Stewart and Anne Milligan who finished top of the cross-imps in the Intermediate Section.
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This event will be played online on RealBridge over the weekend of April 16th – 18th.
As Northern Ireland is the host nation, there will be two teams competing in the event. Following the recent trials, the teams have now been selected.
The finals of the Mackinnon and Kelvin Cups were held recently on BBO.
Mackinnon Cup
The Mackinnon Cup final was won by Rex Anderson & Brian McDowell, Ian Lindsay & Robin Burns. Runners up were – Bill Scott & Ronnie Morrow, Ken Hawtin & Maureen Murray.
Kelvin Cup
In a very tight match, the Kelvin Cup was won by Ian Lindsay & Robin Burns, Diane Greenwood & Michael O’Kane. By 1 IMP (143/142), they beat Brian McDowell & Alan Sharp, Michael McFaul & Neill Cauwood.
The event attracted an entry of 29 pairs; winners are Sean & Brenda Strain of Causeway Coast Bridge Club.
Full results available here
This event is scheduled to take place in Funchal, Madeira from 12-22 June 2021.
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From Desmond McDowell, Ontario, Canada
I have been researching the Barnett Family. They lived in a house, Northleigh, Somerton Road. In 1902 the house was (owned?) by Robert and Martha Barnett. Robert was a Grain and Produce Merchant. It is interesting that Somerton Road does not show up in the Belfast Street Directory. In the Fortwilliam Area, there is a House called Northleigh.
Click here for more details on the research being carried out by Dr Sam Punch.