. Typed letter to Senator M. Colgan, Drumcondra, from D. J. Duffy, Secretary, Committee of Inquiry. Refers to certain statements he (Colgan) made regarding the alleged Communist infiltration into the Labour Party. Enclosed is a copy of Deputy Larkin’s letter denying the allegations made against him and seeking an opportunity to answer specific charges. The Committee consider that they are bound in justice to have the evidence presented in a formal manner. Accordingly Senator Colgan is invited to attend a meeting with Mr. Larkin so that he will have an opportunity to reply.

Handwritten letter to Fr. Mangan from M. Colgan. Refers to: the missal to be presented to the Holy Father Mass in the Meath Hospital.

Handwritten letter to + McQuaid from M. Colgan, City Hall enclosing the letters he spoke of and his reply to Mr. Duffy’s invitation.

Copy of a typed letter to L.J. Duffy, Secretary, Labour Party, from M. Colgan. When invited to give evidence to the Committee he was assured that any evidence given would be treated confidentiality. Is satisfied that the evidence given is irrefutable and the Committee must accept it as authentic. Will not attend meeting. Reminds Committee that the Communist Party is a secret, underground party that resorts to subterfuge.