RECOVER THE SHILLELAGH!

[EvanstonCat]

I mean literally, because from a football standpoint, NU has the rights to the Shillelagh and has had them for the past 23 years and needs no recovery from that standpoint.

Lost: Shillelagh. Untold historical and sentimental value.

Description: One of a kind blackthorn shillelagh walking stick, 36" long, with a plan silver band at the bottom and a silver presentation band around the upper portion, inscribed, "Notre Dame-Northwestern Football Trophy, Presented by William T. Cosgrove, President of the Irish Free State 1931." The band is decorated in a Shamrock pattern and bears a silver hallmark. In fine condition, with some chips and cracks to the original finish, and tarnishing to silver bands.

Rightful owners: for the past 23 years, Northwestern University Wildcats

Last seen: 2016 Auction, RR Auction of Amherst NH

Cash Reward of undisclosed sum offered to any one who can provide information to the whereabouts of this stolen relic or anything else leading to it's recovery. Time is essential, as it is hoped that the item can be recovered in time for Northwestern's historic win over the Irish on Saturday Nov 3.

 

[EvanstonCat]

I mean literally, because from a football standpoint, NU has the rights to the Shillelagh and has had them for the past 23 years and needs no recovery from that standpoint.

Lost: Shillelagh. Untold historical and sentimental value.

Description: One of a kind blackthorn shillelagh walking stick, 36" long, with a plan silver band at the bottom and a silver presentation band around the upper portion, inscribed, "Notre Dame-Northwestern Football Trophy, Presented by William T. Cosgrove, President of the Irish Free State 1931." The band is decorated in a Shamrock pattern and bears a silver hallmark. In fine condition, with some chips and cracks to the original finish, and tarnishing to silver bands.

Rightful owners: for the past 23 years, Northwestern University Wildcats

Last seen: 2016 Auction, RR Auction of Amherst NH

Cash Reward of undisclosed sum offered to any one who can provide information to the whereabouts of this stolen relic or anything else leading to it's recovery. Time is essential, as it is hoped that the item can be recovered in time for Northwestern's historic win over the Irish on Saturday Nov 3.

UPDATE: The location of the lost Shillelagh has been discovered, and so the offer above is now amended.

WANTED: Brave individuals to form a team of covert operations to infiltrate and recover a lost and stolen item of untold historical and sentimental value. Operations will be conducted in the heartland of America. Ability to blend in to local surroundings and avoid undue attention required, including an affinity and knowledge of corn. Ability to operate a tractor is a must. If captured, employer will deny all knowledge of operation and you are on your own, and operations may involve a degree of political risk. BlackOps background not required but heavily preferred. Interested individuals are encouraged to contact OpsTeam leader, code name OldSpice. Qualified individuals will know how to reach him.

This is a job of utmost importance and urgency. Time is of an essence, as the item must be returned to Ryan Field in Evanston, Illinois within 7 days and 14 hours of this posting.

More context and description of the target can be found here:

https://www.onefootdown.com/2018/10...stern-shillelagh-trophy-rockne-wildcats-irish

 

[ODOHERTY]

Lifelong ND fan live in Omaha,what crazy story excited for good game this weekend!

 

[EvanstonCat]

Lifelong ND fan live in Omaha,what crazy story excited for good game this weekend!

Is your name Joe Hoovestol? If so, I have some important instructions for you. Don't ask why, just do it, if you value your life.

If you suddenly get a whiff of Old Spice in the air, drop everything that you may have, leave your house, and run. Don't look back, don't try to see what is happening. And do not try to take anything with you, especially the item that this man is looking for. Nothing is worth making the mistake of failing to heed this well intended advice.

 

[ODOHERTY]

Lol,no I'm not the holder of the trophy.do agree that's it's a shame if it's not at game sat and the winner takes in home .