Typed minutes of ‘V’ Committee meeting. The following items are mentioned in the report: Murphy, T.D., was supported in his campaign by the Connolly Clubs in Britain. A meeting of the unemployed had an attendance of 5,000 – 10,000. One of the speakers was Councillor Fitzgerald, “a decent man”. Anti-Nuclear Test meeting is scheduled for Friday, 24 May, under the auspices of the Communists, to discuss theoretical issues. Invitations were received by Rev. Dr. O’Doherty (UCD), Rev. Dr. O’Rahilly and Dr. McLaughlin (Protestant Rector of Swords). Dr. O’Doherty to warn Dr. McLaughlin of the tendentious character of the meeting. MacCriostail (IRA) has been arrested.

Typed minutes of ‘V’ Committee meeting. The following items are mentioned in the report: the present social unrest is seen as a consequence of Ireland’s economic development subversives definitely taking advantage of the disputes. An example is the Plasterers’ dispute being followed by the builders in general. The National Civil Liberties League held a meeting in the Mansion House on 25 May. It was reported in The Irish Times, 26 May. Speakers included Kader Asmal, Jim Fitzgerald and Donal Nevin. It was agreed that the League contained the real key to many of the subversive activities. An IRA document directed its members to infiltrate neutral associations, like the Tenants’ Association.

File relating to the design and building of the new church in [Ballyroan]. Architect Desmond Fitzgerald debates the issue with the Archbishop.

Copy of letter from the Secretary to Fr. Brian Fitzgerald regarding a copy of the Reception of Converts Form. 1 item

Collins, James, 26 Fitzgerald Street, Harold’s Cross. Seeks help from Fr. Martin in obtaining accommodation.

Fitzgerald, Edmond, North Strand, Dublin. A secret international society is trying to kill him. He needs + McQuaid’s guidance and assistance.

Fitzgerald, Ita, and Fox, Mary, Grangegorman Mental Hospital, Dublin. Staff at the Hospital collected money towards a novena of Masses for the spiritual and temporal welfare of His Eminence Cardinal Mindszenty and Archbishop Stepince. 6/21a. Fitzgerald, M., Hillden, Lucan. Seeks permission to have Mass celebrated in her sister’s home. Her brother, Abbot Celsus O’Connell, arrived unexpectedly.

Fitzgerald, M., Dublin. He is sad and disgusted to see young girls at the docks. Asks if anything can be done.

Typed minutes of ‘V’ Committee meeting. The following items are mentioned in the report: a definite agenda should be prepared in advance of each meeting and sent to members a special summary should be sent immediately to the Archbishop. Censorship Reform Group: personalities involved were discussed – Jim Fitzgerald, a former producer with Telefis Eireann Micheal MacLiamor, already known James Plunkett, former Secretary of the WUI and a friend of Jim Larkin Hugh Leonard, no information available Bruce Arnold, no information available T. P. McKenna, an actor of repute.

23 -26 February 1944 Fitzgerald, John D., 4 Leeson Park, Dublin.+ McQuaid’s Lenten Letter is causing him serious mental stress and asks for guidance.