Handwritten letter to Fr. Mangan from S.A. Rock, Dept. of Justice, requesting a priest, preferably Fr. Counihan S.J., on the Committee to advise on Reformatory Schools and Childrens’ Courts.

Handwritten draft of letter to Mr. D’Alton from Christopher Mangan explaining that the Archbishop’s intervention in the proposed Licensing Law would be of no avail at this stage.

Typed letter to Fr. C. Mangan regarding the opening of the new home for mental defectives at Clonsilla. The Parliamentary Secretary would be pleased to perform the opening ceremony.

Typed letter to Fr. Mangan on behalf of the City Manager and Town Clerk. Christopher Brown, Gardiner, Archbishop’s House, who is seeking a house nearer his work. This will not be possible for a considerable time.

Typed letter to Fr. Mangan from M. O’Brien, Dublin Planning Officer, regarding Bloomfield, Merrion Road, Holy Faith Convent, Finglas and Simmonscourt Castle Grounds.

Letter from Martin Burns, Engineer I.C. Paving Department, Fr. C. Mangan regarding the possibility or reemploying a former worker. Not possible.

Handwritten letter to Fr. Mangan from Jim O’Brien. Is thankful that the Legion Praesidium has been removed from him. Would like to stay with the Leo League if allowed. ‘Friendship’ is the work of the League. He gets to know various Trade Union leaders and they get to know the Divine Character of the priesthood. Its work is submitted to the Archbishop.

Typed letter to Rev. C. Mangan from C. Collins of M.H. Gill & Son Ltd. (publishers). Enclosed transcripts of Communist side of a debate to be held under the auspices of the Irish Legal Employees Benevolent Society. Hopes to be given an opinion by tomorrow regarding the suitability for meeting.

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 (10 pages) to Fr. Mangan from Eileen O’W. Carter. The Contemporary Club is a conversational club which meets every other Saturday in the Alpha Restaurant. L.E. Maloney, Secretary, is a Catholic and live-wire. Gets good speakers on topical subjects. Carter attended talk on Russia, asked critical questions and was not impressed with answers.