HACKETT, John, J.P., Co. Tipperary; M.C.C.; M.P. Mid Tipperary, 1910-18; Chairman, Thurles Rural District Council since 1900; gentleman farmer; eldest son of Thomas Hackett of Longford pass, Co. Tipperary; b. Nov. 1865; unmarried. Educ.: Patrician Monastery, Mountrath. Since he left school, has been a member of National Organisation; held position of Secretary, Treasurer, President of Gortnahoe Branch, National Land League and United Irish League; identified with the Gaelic Athletic Association. Res.: Thurles, Co. Tipperary.