1213 – Count Orlando of Chiusi gave La Verna to St Francis of Assisi as a retreat specially favourable for contemplation.
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1845 – Bishop Power laid St. Michael’s cathedral’s cornerstone.
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Today in History – May 8
1213 – Count Orlando of Chiusi gave La Verna to St Francis of Assisi as a retreat specially favourable for contemplation.
1845 – Bishop Power laid St. Michael’s cathedral’s cornerstone.