Chronicle - South Boston

DateMarch 17 1989

Can DescriptionsChronicle Friday March 17, 1989 South Boston Aircheck

AbstractChronicle: The Ballad of South Boston; A predominantly Irish Catholic, it claims a special St. Patrick's Day, but it has been home to many immigrant groups; Peter Mehegan talks with residents about the local spots that are special to the households in the neighborhoods, like the beaches and sidewalk shops; traditions of Ireland are taught in school and church, and first generation residents talk about being in these two worlds; Southie Pride is described; Thomas O'Connor is interviewed; the St. Patrick's Day Parade is discussed; Newcomers are welcomed in music clubs; Mike Barnicle shares his views on the variety found in South Boston as well as the good neighbors to be found there;