Typed letter to Fr. Mangan from S. O Nuallain, Dept. of the Taoiseach, regarding suggested changes in connection with future Masses.

Typed letter to Fr. Mangan, Archbishop’s Secretary, from Maurice Moynihan, Secretary to the Government, regarding up-to- date lists giving the names and addresses of T.D.s, Senators, Secretaries.

-August 1955 Correspondence between Fr. John O’Regan, Fr. Chris Mangan, +Levame and +McQuaid in relation to ‘social services’ in the Army, following a request from the Nunciature for such information. Also discusses the Defence Force Regulations in relation to Army Chaplains.

Letter from Fr. Paddy Crean, Department of Defence, Office of the Head Chaplain, Parkgate, to Fr. Chris [Mangan] in relation to a request that female workers in the Voluntary Defence Forces could wear ‘slacks’.

Letter from Fr. Flood, Ranelagh to Fr. Mangan, secretary regarding Nicholas Barron.

Letter from Fr. Flood to Fr. Mangan regarding Nicholas Barron.

Letter from James Duff, St. Patrick’s College, Maynooth to Fr. Mangan stating they have no available priests to send to Canada. They are inundated with similar requests from Bishops all over the States. 1 item

Handwritten letter to Fr. Mangan from Jim O’Brien. Is sending a copy of membership card for the Leo League. Wonders if it is prudent to ask the Archbishop whether the Leo League should form branches in the parishes which want it. Would be under the direction of a priest from the parish. O’Brien wants to fade out as he is not best man for the job.

Typed letter to Fr. Mangan from Fr. Peter Cunningham. Says that Hugh P. Allen’s letter states facts fairly and accurately. He met parishioners during visitation who supported Wheatly. They felt he had not been treated fairly. He feels they are fortunate to have a Catholic of Allen’s ability and courage. Is now leaving the decision to the Archbishop on what should be done next.

Handwritten letter to Bill from C. Mangan. In response to a letter from Dan Nolan is seeking ‘a line’ on Peadar O’Donnell.