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Copy of typed letter to + D’Alton, Archbishop of Armagh, from + McQuaid. Prof. John Cunningham and Surgeon O’Connell of St. Vincent’s met regarding the Health Scheme and St. Luke’s Cancer Hospital. Informed them he had not had time to study the Scheme. Suggests that + D’Alton form a Committee to meet the Minister for preliminary discussions. Must act rapidly.

Handwritten letter to +McQuaid from +J. Kinane, The Palace, Thurles. He has agreed to go on the Committee about the White Paper, but does not feel confident on the matter.

Copy of typed letter to James Ryan, Minister for Health from + McQuaid. He should appreciate a meeting and informs him of his request to see the Secretary. On the question of social legislation his Committee is concerned with spiritual and moral issues.

Handwritten letter to +McQuaid from + D’Alton. When the Minister returns it would be a good idea to meet him.

Article from The Universe titled ‘Social Security Good, but can go Wrong Road.’

Telephone message: Mr. Forde, Secretary to the Minister for Health, suggesting a time for an appointment.

Handwritten notes by +McQuaid with comments on various points.

Copy of typed letter to + Staunton, Bishop of Ferns, from P.J. Delaney, Medical Secretary, I. M. A. The Irish Medical Association is opposed to the Proposals for improved and extended Health Services contained in the White Paper. The Proposals visualise State control of the medical profession and medical services; the Association is opposed to the provision of medical services free of direct charge to those who are able to pay or contribute towards the cost of these services.

Two typed copies titled ‘Points for a Meeting with the Minister for Health.’

Copy of typed letter to Sean Lemass, Tanaiste, from +McQuaid. The statement in the press by the I.M.A. rejects the free motherhood and infant scheme as proposed in the White Paper. The question is being asked: what is the view of the Hierarchy? The Hierarchy has abstained from comment as the Scheme is being considered by the Government. Asks that the Government will accord full weight to the most serious moral objections that he has brought to the Government.