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In the opening game of their Rugby World Cup programme, Scotland defeated Ivory Coast, 89-0
In the opening game of their Rugby World Cup programme, Scotland defeated Ivory Coast, 89-0 …

Petrol rationing, introduced during WW2, was ended.
Petrol rationing, introduced during WW2, was ended. …

Actor Archie Duncan (known for his portrayal of Sherlock Holmes) born Glasgow.
Actor Archie Duncan (known for his portrayal of Sherlock Holmes) born Glasgow. …

Birth of football player, coach and manager Sir Matt Busby
Birth of football player, coach and manager Sir Matt Busby …

First publication of Dracula, written by Dublin man Abraham ‘Bram’ Stoker
First publication of Dracula, written by Dublin man Abraham ‘Bram’ Stoker …

Trinity College Dublin abolishes all remaining religious restrictions for entry, with the exception of the Faculty of Divinity
Trinity College Dublin abolishes all remaining religious restrictions for entry, with the exception of the Faculty of Divinity …

Michael Barrett from Kesh, Co. Fermanagh is executed for his part in the explosion at Clerkenwell Gaol
Michael Barrett from Kesh, Co. Fermanagh is executed for his part in the explosion at Clerkenwell Gaol …

Mary is crowned queen of Great Britain & Northern Ireland
Mary is crowned queen of Great Britain & Northern Ireland …

The rebels are defeated at Tara Hill; this marks the end of the rebellion in Co. Meath
The rebels are defeated at Tara Hill; this marks the end of the rebellion in Co. Meath …

Oliver Cromwell leaves Ireland on board the frigate President Bradshaw
Oliver Cromwell leaves Ireland on board the frigate President Bradshaw …