Copies of three books, identified as gifts made by Marion Stokes, in 1916 Cumann na mBan member at Enniscorthy Garrison, to G.A. Hayes-McCoy. Comprising Philip Fitzgerald A narrative of the proceedings of the Confederates of '48 (Dublin 1868); Padric (sic) Gregory (ed) The poems of John Francis MacEntee (Dublin 1917); P.J. McCall Selected ballads and poems (Wexford 1955). Two books are inscribed by Hayes-McCoy as received in 1972 and 1975 - one with Stokes's signature of 1956. [Marion Stokes was cousin to Mary Margaret Hayes-McCoy, née O?Connor.]
Copies of three documents of 1861/1862 regarding the career of Captain Myles Keogh.
"Copies of typescript draft of [press articles] entitled ""Míle crann- míle bliain"" and ""Míle crann le cur"" by Proinsias Mac an Bheatha, beginning 'B'fhiú a bheith i láthair ...' and 'Scríobh mé sna leathanaigh seo...'; on the tree-planting project of the Tree Council of Ireland and Dublin corporation [in Irish]."
Copies of typescript draft outline of The Big Chapel by Thomas Kilroy (39 pp), one copy heavily annotated in places. Comprising a scheme for the novel in three parts, 12 chapters and an epilogue; excerpts from all three parts, and a summarising outlook with the chronology as an epilogue.
Copies of typescript memorandum (with carbon paper imprint, and handwritten copies) by [ ] entitled 'Suggestions for discussion on an Northern Irish solution- A programme of balances and counter balances'. Arguing for a process following a ceasefire called by the Provisional IRA, and the calling of a multi-lateral conference with advantages for both sides; elections would then follow; separate paragraph dedicated to policing. Adding points on the differences to the Sunningdale [Agreement]: both sides receive less concessions btu see most important demands carried out, and 'the line between the British connection and British way of life would be more clearly drawn...'. (With a caption by [Éamonn Downey] suggesting a date 1973-1975.)
Copies of typescript message (3 pp) from [Brendan Duddy] to ['Walter'/ Martin McGuinness], considering the present potential for change, and the need for strong vision in order to persevere with their objective. (With a caption by [Éamonn Downey], referring to the date. The document was entitled 'Ford'.)
Copies of typescript realistic stories relating to fishing, mainly concerning fish and birds [in Irish and German].
An account of the rent charges, income tax, and other expenses on the rents of the estates of the Rev. Solomon Richards.
An account of the rent charges, income tax, and other expenses on the rents of the estates of the Rev. Solomon Richards.
Copy accounts for the financial year ending 31 March 1954 [in Irish].