Handwritten letter to + McQuaid from Una Byrne. The following points are mentioned: concern for the spiritual welfare of patients in Dundrum Asylum. Priest does not turn around to address the congregation, seldom has benediction Congress a great success. Delegates appreciated + McQuaid’s help Russian flag smuggled in but found Swedish delegate stated that in Sweden it was felt best not to talk about the crucifixion “so as not to cause hatred among different races” Ireland only country which practices International Understanding Una is proud that the Archbishop has confidence in her.

Typed report. The following items are mentioned in the report. After a vote it was decided (48 votes to 4) that the £150 awarded to the IHA would remain in central funds. The six new members of the Dundrum Asylum Committee not notified of the first meeting. Mrs. Byrne, a new member, contacted them and the meeting went ahead. Only seven members attended the Communist Party meeting since the rising in Hungary. The Plough has been taken over by the Communist Party to replace The Workers’ Voice. Better written but poor circulation. Liberal members in Fianna Fail not as active as before. Has great faith in the youth of Ireland. “The Catholic Faith and a good National outlook will stand to the men and women of future generations.”

Typed copy of letter to Mrs Una Byrne from Andree S. Skeffington and Kathleen MacLarnan Wells. It was noted that she had put her name down for several sub-committees. The Committee cannot see its way to appointing her to any sub-committee until she has given written assurance that she has changed her mind since her letter of 2nd April 1953.

Correspondence, including newspaper cutting, regarding a protest and counter-protest in Bray regarding the visit of the Springboks rugby team. Fr. Byrne had attended.

Typed letter to + McQuaid with enclosed information from Mrs. Una Byrne. Fr. Kent was approached by journalists and told that the NUJ, English and Irish, are to hold a congress in Dublin in a few months time. It is likely that the liberal group, led by McInerney, would be prominent. Irish group might vote for the re-election of Hutt, a Communist, as Secretary of the NUJ. The Guild of St. Francis de Sales has little influence. The assistant chaplain could meet the journalists and this would help the situation. Enclosed with the letter was a copy of the Committee Meeting of December 1962 and a copy of Hibernia. It contains articles by McInerney and Michael O’Leary.

Typed copy of letter from Una Byrne [to IHA Committee] re letter of 4th March. She is astounded that the Committee is surprised she ignored the impertinent letter she received. Protests against the assumption that as a free citizen that her right to speak openly can be stifled. Asks the Committee to state the substance and source of their accusations before demanding apologies and withdrawals.

Handwritten report saying that Sam Nolan and Deasy are going to seminar in Czechoslovakia. Selected by IWL at the request of the British Communist Party. Their subject is: ‘The Relationship between the Church and Trade Unions’. O’Riordan was in Moscow for May Day. Wonders what Eamon Byrne is doing here. Is he trying to start a branch of Connolly Association?

Typed letter to Fr. James Kenny, Coolock. He has been acting as temporary manager for schools during the illness of Fr. Gregory Byrne. His position will be recognized if he signs the enclosed form saying he will comply with the Rules and Regulations for National Schools.

Letter form Fr. W. Byrne to Mgr. re an unbaptised man who wishes to be received into the church. Also mentions the cemetery.

Typed letter to Fr. Martin from Una Byrne. She received a reply from IHA. She will not be allowed on to the sub-committee, so she will bide her time. Otherwise she might be expelled for damaging the organisation. Has a great plan if it works. Mrs Murphy of the Iveagh Markets and 14/15 other women will join the IHA, so she cannot see the Trinity crowd staying. Mrs Murphy has lost all her customers so Una Byrne will help her get new ones.