Letter from Fr. Boylan to +McQuaid informing him that he will bless the ambulances. Mentions that Fr. Valentine is in a difficult position as three of his priests are unwell.

Letter from Valentine Burke to +McQuaid explaining why the 11 o’clock Mass on Christmas morning was omitted.

Letter from Valentine Burke to +McQuaid seeking his permission to live outside the parish as he is unable to find a house in the parish.

Letter from Fr. Valentine Burke to +McQuaid thanking him for his munificent donation for the work of the Penny Dinners. 1 item

• 9 August 1946 Correspondence between Fr. J. Valentine and +McQuaid relating to parish relief.

Letter from Fr. J. Valentine to +McQuaid informing him that he has arranged to have a Charity Sermon preached in aid of the schools of the parish.

Letter from Fr. Joseph Valentine to Fr. Mangan regarding the school. Pupils were sent home due to the absence of the teacher.

• 15 July 1947 Correspondence between Fr. J. Valentine and +McQuaid informing him of monuments in the church, including Fr. Meehan’s (ordained in 1834).

Letter from Fr. Valentine Burke to Michael seeking consent to appoint two teachers to St. Finbar’s Boys’ School. 1 item

Letter from Fr. Valentine Burke to +McQuaid informing him that Radio Eireann are seeking permission to broadcast a recital from the Church’s organ.