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The United Irish League, a nationalist electoral organization, is founded by William O'Brien
The United Irish League, a nationalist electoral organization, is founded by William O'Brien The United Irish League (UIL) was a nationalist political party in Ireland, launched 23 January 1898 with the motto “The Land for the People”. Its objective to be achieved through agrarian agitation and land reform, compelling larger grazier farmers to surrender their lands for redistribution among the small tenant farmers. Founded and initiated at Westport, County Mayo by William O’Brien, it was supported by Michael Davitt MP, John Dillon MP, who worded its constitution, Timothy Harrington MP, John O’Connor Power MP and the Catholic clergy of the district. By 1900 it ……

Dr. William Price self styled Welsh Druid and Chartist, dies
Dr. William Price self styled Welsh Druid and Chartist, dies William Price (4 March 1800 – 23 January 1893) was a Welsh physician and political activist best known for his support of Welsh nationalism, Chartism and involvement with the Neo-Druidic religious movement. Historians have characterised Price as one of the most significant figures in Wales in the Victorian era. …

William O'Brien, trade unionist, is born
William O'Brien, trade unionist, is born William O’Brien (23 January 1881 – 31 October 1968) was a politician and trade unionist in Ireland. While rarely dominating the political spotlight, O’Brien was incredibly powerful and influential behind the scenes, maintaining a firm grip over Ireland’s trade unions for many decades. Besides his leadership in the trade unions, O’Brien was a founder, alongside James Larkin and James Connolly, of the Labour Party of Ireland. In later years a rift formed between Larkin and O’Brien that would last the rest of their lives and often divide the labour movement in ……

Katherine Tynan, poet, novelist and journalist, is born
Katherine Tynan, poet, novelist and journalist, is born Katharine Tynan, an Irish poet, novelist, and journalist, was born on January 23, 1859, in Clondalkin, County Dublin, Ireland. She was a prolific writer known for her poetry, novels, and works of journalism. Tynan’s literary contributions covered a wide range of themes, including Irish nationalism, love, nature, and spirituality. …

Arthur Guinness, brewer and the founder of the Guinness brewery, dies
Arthur Guinness, brewer and the founder of the Guinness brewery, dies Arthur Guinness (1724 or 1725 - 23 January 1803) …

Dudley Cosby (Baron Sydney), former MP for Carrick, commits suicide
Dudley Cosby (Baron Sydney), former MP for Carrick, commits suicide Dudley Alexander Sydney Cosby, 1st Baron Sydney (c. 1730 – 22 January 1774), was an Irish politician and diplomat. …

Scottish Presbyterians sell captured Charles I to English parliament
Scottish Presbyterians sell captured Charles I to English parliament Charles I (19 November 1600 – 30 January 1649) was King of England, Scotland, and Ireland from 27 March 1625 until his execution in 1649. …