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COMBER HISTORICAL SOCIETY
Welcome to Comber Historical Society's Research Archive- updated with new articles every Tuesday & Friday!
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Dr Donald Ernest Johnston (Don), 1946-2025: Goodbye to A Dear Friend
Comber Historical Society wishes to say goodbye to Dr Donald Ernest Johnston (Don), our dear friend and fellow committee member.
Becca Watterson
May 26, 20252 min read


Victory 80 years on – Voices from the Northern Ireland War Memorial (May 2025 CHS Meeting)
The final talk of the season for the Comber Historical Society celebrated VE Day memories with a presentation of oral histories from Michael Burns, Research Officer at the Northern Ireland War Memorial Museum.
Becca Watterson
May 16, 20252 min read


The Ralph Will Case
The Ralph Will Case rumbled on through 1833-4 in Downpatrick and later in Dublin. James Ralph had settled in Comber around 1730,...
Desmond Rainey
Mar 14, 20252 min read


February Meeting Report- Rev. William Tennent
Comber Historical Society's February meeting report- Discover the untold story of Rev. William Tennent, an influential Ulster-Scots figure.
Becca Watterson
Mar 7, 20252 min read


Linen Industry of Comber
Explore the rich history of the Linen Industry of Comber. Discover how the Linen Industry of Comber shaped local heritage and economy.
Desmond Rainey
Feb 21, 20256 min read


Comber Cold Cases: 1884 Shooting affray near Comber!
Delve into the mystery of the 1884 shooting near Comber! Explore witness accounts and evidence to form your verdict on this historic case.
Michael Burns
Feb 14, 20258 min read


January CHS Meeting: Christianity in Comber
Discover the rich history of Christianity in Comber at our January CHS Meeting. Explore 1,600 years of Christianity in Comber's past.
Michael Burns
Feb 7, 20252 min read


Glassmoss
Explore the fascinating history of Glassmoss, a unique historic site in County Down. Discover the stories and controversies of Glassmoss.
Michael Burns
Feb 4, 20253 min read


Comber Cold Cases- 1873 Inquest in Comber
Discover the gripping details of the 1873 inquest in Comber. Uncover the mystery and verdict surrounding James Montgomery's tragic death.
Michael Burns
Jan 31, 20253 min read
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