Letter from Fr. Troy to Fr. MacMahon. Mrs. Childers is dying. She expressed a wish for a Catholic priest to say some prayers in Glasnevin Republican Plot.
File relating to the removal of a crib from Dublin Airport chapel. The figures in the crib, designed by Fergus O’Farrell, were described as being ‘beneath the level of human dignity.’ Letter from Basil Clancy, editor of ‘Hibernia’ among these. Newspaper cuttings attached.
Correspondence relating to the Catholic Truth Society publication ‘Giving in on birth control’.
Letter from Fr. James Ardle MacMahon to Mgr. Rovida enclosing copies of ‘Themes for Homilies (2)’, based on the Creed of the Holy Father.
File relating to schools.
Letter from +Alibrandi to +McQuaid thanking him for his assistance to meet the needs of the house. He expresses his deep gratitude for his kindness.
Letter from +Pio Taofinu’u to Mother Bernadette Holy Faith Sisters, Glasnevin, regarding the need for teachers in Samoa. He recounts his discussion with the Archbishop during his recent trip to Ireland and hopes she can help. New Zealand Auckland
Letter from +Pio Taofinu’u, Apai, Western Samoa, to +McQuaid thanking him for all the kindness during his recent visit. He will act on the advice of the Archbishop and contact the Holy Faith Sisters. 1 item
Letter from +Pio Taofinu’u to Fr. John Horgan, C.S.Sp., Templeogue discussing the need for priests and teachers in Samoa. He recounts his discussion with the Archbishop during his recent trip to Ireland and hopes Fr. Horgan can help.
Handwritten note to +McQuaid from Sean MacBride accepting an invitation to lunch.