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Typescript letter signed by poet James Simmons, Ballymoney, County Antrim, to Kilroy. Arranging for his participation at a conference; mentioning a possible recital of love songs. Discussing various aspects of the Irish literary scene; disapproving of the idea of a Norton Anthology [of Irish literature], finding Ireland "very untidy" where literary criticism is concerned; mentioning specifically Gus Martin, Deane, Anthony Cronin, Kavanagh, Heaney, and "the madman Lowrey who edits and publishes so much rubbish on O'Casey". Enclosing postcard with photograph and poem "The Harvest is Past?".

Typescript letter signed by playwright M.J. Molloy, Milltown, County Galway, to Kilroy. Referring to an unnamed play; recommending to deploy actor Hickey in the second scene as Yeats or another contemporary; also mentioning George [Moore].

Typescript letter signed by Peter Fallon [The Gallery Press, County Meath], to Thomas Kilroy. Originally enclosing the text of My Scandalous Life ; asking for commentary, and asking about a cover image based on a piece by John Behan.

Typescript letter signed by Michael Diskin, Manager of the Galway Arts Festival to 'Dear Rumillajta' c/o Diane Scrafton, detailing an invitation for Rumillajta to attend and perform at the Galway Arts Festival.

Typescript letter signed by Mary B. Moran, Irish Writing, Rathmines, Dublin, to Mr. Kilroy, regretting on behalf of the editor S.J. White that he is abroad and cannot speak to the Society.

Typescript letter signed by Lynne Parker, Rough Magic Theatre Company, Dublin, to Thomas Kilroy, referring to an event at The Gate [Theatre] and inviting him to see their production at the Project [Arts Centre].

Typescript letter signed by Hugh Carr, Bray, to Kilroy, regarding his recently staged play Journey Through Samsara . Unhappy with a harsh review of the play; sending him the script and asking his professional opinion.

Typescript letter signed by Graham Greene, London, to Mr. Kilroy: "I should always be charmed to have a drink with you in an Irish bar, but I am afraid I always have to refuse invitations to speak. Speaking is too unpleasant for me and in one's middle years one seeks comfort."

Typescript letter signed by Gabriel Fallon, Whitworth Road, Dublin, to Mr. Kilroy, in thanks for his letter, and referring to Kilroy's and another's contributions at the "L. and H.". Agreeing to talk at the Society; stipulating a date late in the term.

Typescript letter signed by Evelyn [Conlon], to Kilroy, referring to a recent literary disappointment, in thanks for his efforts, and plan for her latest short story.