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But my thoughts were on far other subjects than Fenianism.

From The Lady of the Ice A Novel by De Mille, James

Then the American revolt, growing out of Smith O'Brien's logic and physical force, gave birth to Fenianism.

From The Landleaguers by Trollope, Anthony

At Southport on Fenianism and the condition of Ireland.

From The Life of William Ewart Gladstone (Vol 2 of 3) by Morley, John

So also was Archdeacon, who, in addition, still showed his belief in physical force by his connection with Fenianism, for which he suffered imprisonment.

From The Life Story of an Old Rebel by Denvir, John

Fenianism was stigmatised as “rowdy”; Jamaica turned inside out; and the Parliamentary campaign mapped down.

From Original Penny Readings A Series of Short Sketches by Fenn, George Manville