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The Four Courts, Dublin, has been the centre of the Irish legal system since 1796. During that time it has witnessed some uniquely colourful happenings. This site brings readers back in time to the Four Courts of days gone by through old newspaper stories and historical images.

Recently Published

Tragic Tipstaff Death in Phoenix Park, 1905
The Registrar who Knew Joyce, 1937
Round Hall Wrestle After Perceived Insult to Barrister’s Mother, 1893
A Noise Sensitive Judge at the Cork Assizes, 1864
Barrister Sentenced to Six Months’ Hard Labour for Stealing Books from Trinity College Library, 1840

Top Posts & Pages

Tragic Tipstaff Death in Phoenix Park, 1905
The Registrar who Knew Joyce, 1937
A Redundant Crier, 1900
A Mysterious Assault on a Four Courts Registrar, 1916
Court Documents Stolen for Possible Sale as Toilet Paper, 1860

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