Novelistand short story writer best known for his novel Dracula Bram Stoker who was born Marino Crescent Clontarf Dublin died 1912 On This Day

Royal College of St Patrick(St Patricks College Maynooth) established by Grattan’s Parliament 1795. Foundation stone laid 1796 On This Day

Labour Politician Seamus Pattison was elected to the Dáil to represent the people of Carlow/Kilkenny 1961-2007. He was born 1936 On This Day

Taoiseach John ACostello announced in Ottawa Canada a bill would be introduced to declare Ireland a Republic. It became law 1949 On This Day

Built 13th century(on 6th Century site) St Canice’s Cathedral Kilkenny has 2 Harry Clarke windows. Organ Restoration began 2006 On This Day