Irish poet and journalist. Began his career at the Munster News, then became sub-editor of the Tipperary Examiner, and joined the staff of the Universal News in 1860, of which he later became editor, before moving on to become the editor of the Tablet. Contributed to the Nation and Chambers's Journal as well as All the Year Round. Notable poetical collections include The Emerald Wreath (1865) and Memories of the Irish Franciscans (1871).

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