March 29

Monday 29, 2004:

The Republic of Ireland becomes the first country in the world to ban smoking in all work places, including bars and restaurants.

Thursday 29, 1990:

Warning label on records: recording companies agree to put a warning label on music products that contain potentially offensive lyrics.

Wednesday 29, 1848:

An upstream ice jam stops almost all water flow over Niagara Falls.

Friday 29, 1799:

New York passes a law aimed at gradually abolishing slavery in the state

Friday 29, 1461:

Edward of York defeats Queen Margaret to become King Edward IV of England.