William smith, founder of the boys brigade, born.

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calendar 1980

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calendar 1878

Between October 24 and this date, Fenians propose a New Departure - an alliance with the Parnellites

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calendar 1736

James Macpherson Scottish translator of Ossianic poems born.

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calendar 1728

James Cook, circum-navigator of the globe, born to Scottish parents in Yorkshire.

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A proclamation declares the banishment of Catholic bishops and priest and the closure of religious houses and schools under Charles IIs reign

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calendar 1651

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