seen on the shore walk. When walking down by the water, you pass this gate. I always liked this old notice. Don't know if this was serious when it was first put up or it was a joke.
CS&WR is the Great Southern and Western Railway, who operated between Dublin and Cork and that general area, so the sign was probably originally on level crossing gates or something similar. I would guess that the householder has bought the sign at an antique auction.
I think John has solved the mystery of this sign! It's a great find, Bill! The new stone pillars and gates are very well constructed and the sign adds a touch of humour!
I love it! This sign could be adapted for many things...like leaving the lights on in empty rooms, or leaving the toilet paper roll empty. LOL I could have these all over my house...I'd be rich if my family ever paid out!
CS&WR is the Great Southern and Western Railway, who operated between Dublin and Cork and that general area, so the sign was probably originally on level crossing gates or something similar. I would guess that the householder has bought the sign at an antique auction.
ReplyDeleteI love the old sign and it is a lovely gate. Interesting to read John's comment above, too.
ReplyDeleteBut a beautiful sign it is Bill.
ReplyDeleteUm belo pormenor.
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That depends on who put it up but looking at how new the wall is I think it's a joke
ReplyDeleteInteresting sign. Would that be cash or credit card? :-)
ReplyDeleteHey Bill, wel 'n heel mooi plek Bill, ik hou daar van.
ReplyDeleteGroet kees.
And where should you pay the shillings and who has seen you? :)
ReplyDeleteI think John has solved the mystery of this sign! It's a great find, Bill! The new stone pillars and gates are very well constructed and the sign adds a touch of humour!
ReplyDeleteIt's an interesting sign, probably indicating in a (funny friendly) way that they would like to keep the gate closed.
ReplyDeleteThe sign fits the look of the gate, Bill.
ReplyDelete...a fancy posted sign.
ReplyDeleteWhat a great sign! I love it.
ReplyDeleteI love it! This sign could be adapted for many things...like leaving the lights on in empty rooms, or leaving the toilet paper roll empty. LOL I could have these all over my house...I'd be rich if my family ever paid out!
ReplyDeleteThat is a nice find!
ReplyDeleteIt's a wonderful old sign, Bill!
ReplyDeleteWell spotted 😊
ReplyDeleteJohn's explanation makes sense!
ReplyDeleteLove it! A monetary penalty would certainly be a good motivator to help people remember to shut the gate!! Great capture.
ReplyDeleteThe sign certainly makes us curious.
ReplyDeleteInteresting. :)
ReplyDeleteHere is a mystery for you to uncover.
ReplyDeleteIt would have been an investment to make that sign. I suspect it wasn't a joke.
ReplyDeleteSounds like they mean it to me Bill 😊
ReplyDeleteI believe they are serious!!
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