One case of dispensation from vows in respect of Brother resident in Ireland but belonging to Franciscan Brothers of Brooklyn (unclear whether these organically connected with Irish Franciscan Brothers). They seek a foundation in Dublin in context of depopulation of Connacht. Irish Christian Brothers

• Correspondence concerning the foundation of a house in Dublin from Bodmin Abbey (Cornwall). Some begging letters. Abbot White granted permission for a hostel for his scholastics to attend Clonliffe College. They settle in Clontarf: but first batch of 3 seek dispensation from vows before commencing. A refocusing of the houses’ purpose ensures Canons Regular - Kilnacrott Abbey

• June 1947 File relating to dispensation of banns.

Correspondence regarding routine community life and apostolate from the first invitation from the Archbishop to undertake a day secondary school either at Finglas or Lucan, to their eventual establishment at Finglas. Their regretful inability to accept invitation due to shortage of personnel leads to later acceptance. Various sites are considered, including an offer from Sisters of Charity, Cappagh. Finally, a foundation is made and a school opens. A case of dispensation from vows.

Letter from +Robinson to +McQuaid forwarding him the dispensation for Sr. Berchmans which was granted by ‘telegram’ and two documents which were received from the Vatican.

Letter from [Mgr. Glennon] to Mgr. Benelli stating that he never received an application from the petitioner seeking a dispensation.

Copy letter from Mgr. Glennon to Mgr. Benelli stating that he never received an application from the petitioner seeking a dispensation.

Dispensation for Sr. Berchmans, who was formerly known as Maria Phelan. In Latin.

[April 1952] Letter from +McQuaid to Mgr. Benelli stating that Catherine Sheeley (Shuley), of 22 Harcourt Street, is known to the clergy of the Catholic University Church. He states she is perfectly worthy of receiving the dispensation.