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Peter Barry, Fine Gael politician, is born in Co. Cork
Peter Barry, Fine Gael politician, is born in Co. Cork Peter Barry, a prominent Fine Gael politician, was born on August 10, 1928, in Blackrock, County Cork, Ireland. He played a significant role in Irish politics during the latter half of the 20th century, particularly in the areas of foreign affairs and Anglo-Irish relations. …

Death of actor James O’Neill, in Kilkenny.
Death of actor James O’Neill, in Kilkenny. James O’Neill, a well-known Irish-American actor, passed away on August 10, 1920, in New London, Connecticut, USA, not in Kilkenny. He was born on November 15, 1847, in County Kilkenny, Ireland, and he became famous for his portrayal of Edmond Dantès in the stage adaptation of “The Count of Monte Cristo.” O’Neill was also the father of the renowned American playwright Eugene O’Neill. …

Death of journalist and republican John Boyle O’Reilly
Death of journalist and republican John Boyle O’Reilly John Boyle O’Reilly, an influential journalist, poet, and Irish nationalist, passed away on August 10, 1890, in Hull, Massachusetts, USA. O’Reilly was a significant figure in both Irish and American history, known for his contributions to literature, his advocacy for Irish independence, and his role in the Irish-American community. …

Death of Joseph Medlicott Scriven from Seapatrick, Co. Down, who wrote the words for What A Friend We Have In Jesus
Death of Joseph Medlicott Scriven from Seapatrick, Co. Down, who wrote the words for What A Friend We Have In Jesus Joseph Medlicott Scriven, a poet and hymn writer originally from Seapatrick, County Down, Ireland, is best known for penning the lyrics to the beloved hymn “What a Friend We Have in Jesus.” He passed away on August 10, 1886, under tragic circumstances in Port Hope, Ontario, Canada. …

Education (Scotland) Act passed, providing elementary education for all children.
Education (Scotland) Act passed, providing elementary education for all children. The 1872 Education (Scotland) Act was a landmark piece of legislation that significantly transformed the Scottish education system. Passed on August 6, 1872, the Act established a framework for providing elementary education to all children in Scotland, laying the foundation for the modern public education system in the country. …

Death of John Wilson Croker, Galway-born politician and writer
Death of John Wilson Croker, Galway-born politician and writer John Wilson Croker, a prominent politician, literary figure, and critic, passed away on August 10, 1857. Born in Galway, Ireland, on December 20, 1780, Croker was a significant figure in British politics and literature during the early 19th century. His contributions to political debate, his writings, and his role in shaping public opinion have left a lasting legacy. …

A statutory provision is made for the establishment of a national gallery of paintings, sculpture and fine arts in Ireland
A statutory provision is made for the establishment of a national gallery of paintings, sculpture and fine arts in Ireland The statutory provision for the establishment of a national gallery of paintings, sculpture, and fine arts in Ireland was made in 1854, leading to the creation of the National Gallery of Ireland in Dublin. This institution was founded to house and display a collection of art for the public and to promote the appreciation of fine arts in Ireland. …

Birth in Clonakilty of William Hartnett, master of still life painting
Birth in Clonakilty of William Hartnett, master of still life painting William Michael Harnett, a renowned master of still life painting, was born in Clonakilty, County Cork, Ireland, on August 10, 1848. Harnett became one of the most celebrated still life painters of the 19th century, known for his incredible skill in creating highly detailed and realistic depictions of everyday objects. …

The House of Commons proposes that all unregistered priests in Ireland should be branded on the cheek. The plan is ultimately abandoned.
The House of Commons proposes that all unregistered priests in Ireland should be branded on the cheek. The plan is ultimately abandoned. In the early 18th century, during a period of intense anti-Catholic sentiment and repression in Ireland, the House of Commons in the British Parliament proposed a harsh measure: that all unregistered Catholic priests in Ireland should be branded on the cheek. This proposal, however, was ultimately abandoned and never implemented. …

The Annals of the Four Masters is completed
The Annals of the Four Masters is completed The Annals of the Four Masters, one of the most significant works of Irish history, was completed in 1636. This monumental compilation of medieval Irish history is a chronicle of events in Ireland from ancient times up until the early 17th century. …