Two copies of typed letter to the Taoiseach [from Dr. Browne]. He thought it unnecessary to point out that it has been his concern that the Mother and Child Scheme contained nothing contrary to Catholic moral teaching. As a Catholic he will accept any pronouncements from the Hierarchy regarding Catholic moral teaching in reference to this matter. He is not satisfied that the Hierarchy are opposed to the Scheme on grounds of Faith and Morals. Regarding His Grace and Their Lordships not being satisfied after the meeting of 11th October, you allowed the Scheme to develop without ever suggesting that the objections were still unresolved. In your interview with the IMA, 12th December, 1950, there was no suggestion of any difficulty other than those raised by the IMA.
Two typed copies of a letter to Dr. Browne from John A. Costello. Regarding Dr. Browne’s letter of the 19th March, the answers to the queries are substantially contained in his letter of the 15th. On 10th October 1950 the Hierarchy wrote, informing him that ‘In their opinion the powers taken by the State in the proposed Mother and Child Health Service are in direct opposition to the rights of the family and of the individual.’ As the Hierarchy speaks of the dangers inherent in the proposals he cannot understand Dr. Browne’s opinion that he had satisfied the bishops. This is borne out by +McQuaid’s letter of 8th March. The withholding of approval for the scheme relates to the resolution of the Hierarchy’s objections.
Typed copy of a letter to Dr. P.J. Delaney, Medical Secretary, Irish Medical Association, from P. O Cinneide, Department of Health. The Minister for Health has asked him to refer to his letter of the 16th March concerning a meeting between representatives of the Department and the IMA. Reiterates that the Mother and Child Scheme is Government policy. Neither the Minister nor the Government propose to allow obstruction by any group and proposes to proceed with the introduction of the Scheme. The Minister is willing to enter further discussions.
Letter from Fr. Martin F. Hurley to Christy submitting the number of persons who received Communion and other matters. 1 item University Church
Letter from Fr. Patrick F. Clarke to Fr. Mangan submitting the Communion numbers, Easter Duty defaulters and other matters on church property.
Letter from Fr. Daniel Delaney to Fr. Martin regarding the St. Vincent de Paul Society in the parish.
Letter from Fr. John Ryan submitting Communion numbers, Easter Duty defaulters and other matters.
Letter from Fr. J. J. Matthews to Fr. Mangan submitting the Communion numbers, Easter Duty defaulters and other matters on church property.
Letter from Fr. Joseph Deery +McQuaid saying Miss Ryan’s intentions are of the best and appreciates the Archbishop’s decision not to refuse permission.
Letter from Fr. James Gilmore to +McQuaid requesting permission to use a car. Annotated by +McQuaid.