Breandán Ó hEithir, writer and broadcaster, is born
Breandán Ó hEithir, a notable Irish writer and broadcaster, was born on January 19, 1929. He is known for his contributions to Irish literature and his work as a broadcaster in Ireland. Ó hEithir’s writing often explored themes related to Irish culture, society, and history.
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Jennifer Johnston, Irish author, born
Jennifer Johnston, the acclaimed Irish author, was born in 1930. She is known for her works of fiction, including novels and short stories, which often explore themes related to Irish history, society, and the human condition. Jennifer Johnston’s writing has received critical acclaim, and she is considered one of the notable figures in contemporary Irish literature.
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The Gaelic League announces expulsion for anyone who attends foreign jazz dances
1929 The Gaelic League bans ‘foreign dances’ and the ‘Down with Jazz’ campaign begins. We are a nation given to bans and boycotts. The latter expression, famously, has its origins in the Land War of the early 1880s.
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Censorship of Publications Act
The Censorship of Publications Board is an independent board established by the Censorship of Publications Act, 1929 to examine books and periodicals that are for sale in the Republic of Ireland.
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The first official celebration of Bloomsday is held on its twenty-fifth anniversary
The first official celebration of Bloomsday occurred on June 16, 1929, marking the 25th anniversary of the day depicted in James Joyce’s novel Ulysses.
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