Irish America

Irish America

In This Issue 1992

Book Review: Benediction at the Savoia

By Maire Crowe

November 1992

by Leave a Comment

Benediction at the Savoia is the perfect gift for those (teeming masses) who believe that the subculture of Irish America is lathered in Catholicity, drowned in drink, laden with neuroses, and — occasionally — leavened by a titter of wit. And if I am inclined to resist the story, while still standing in admiration at the skill of the storyteller, perhaps it is a measure of my … [Read more...] about Book Review: Benediction at the Savoia

Albert and Kathleen

By Brenda Power

September 1992

by Leave a Comment

The Reynolds At Home: A behind the scenes look at the private lives of the Taoiseach and his family.    The stained pine garden shed under a mature tree on the lawn is actually a security hut, but the officer on duty seems to notice you almost as little as you do him until you get right up on the terrace outside the unlocked back door. Then he puts down his cup of tea … [Read more...] about Albert and Kathleen

Calling the Tune at IBM

By Niall O’Dowd, Founding Publisher
September 1992

by Leave a Comment

Jim Reilly, one generation out of Kerry, aims to keep several generations ahead of the competition. As general manager of marketing and communications for IBM in the U.S., Reilly is acknowledged as the key figure in putting together the corporate strategy that positions IBM products in the marketplace. His position at Big Blue gives him the say-so on all aspects of … [Read more...] about Calling the Tune at IBM

Taking It To The Top: An Interview with An Taoiseach Albert Reynolds

By Niall O’Dowd, Founding Publisher
July August 1992

by Leave a Comment

In November 1991, shortly after making an abortive effort to replace Charles Haughey as head of Fianna Fail, the chances of Albert Reynolds ever becoming Taoiseach (Prime Minister) of Ireland looked bleak indeed. From being Minister for Finance, arguably the most important position in the cabinet, he had been dispatched by Haughey to the backbenches where he seemed likely to … [Read more...] about Taking It To The Top: An Interview with An Taoiseach Albert Reynolds