Fair copy of deed of assignment of four judgements against Dermott Donelan, Ann Melville, otherwise O'Connor, Thomas Donelan and Mable his wife, all of Woodquay, of the first part, Alicia and Margaret Donelan, daughters of Thomas and Mable and nieces of Ann, of the second part. It follows the marriage settlement of Dermott O'Connor of Beagh, County Galway and Mable O'Fflyn, daughter of Edmond of Surlagh, County Galway in 1737. It recites four judgements obtained from the King's Bench in the eighteenth century against Dermott Donelan which are demised onto Alicia and Margaret Donelan.

Deed of assignment between Richard Rawson of Nassau St., Dublin, and Mary Anne Ferrall, his niece. He grants her the judgement which he obtained against Dermott Donelan in 1808.

Draft of deed of lease between Thomas O'Conor Donelan of Sylane of the first part, his wife Elizabeth of the second part, and William Joseph Burke of Ower of the third part. Gives the details of the marriage settlement between Thomas O'Conor Donelan and Elizabeth Burke in 1851, under which the lands of Bushfield, otherwise Gortneskehy, would be used by Thomas O'Conor Donelan during his life and then revert to the heirs of William Joseph Burke. Under the Encumbered Estates Court the lands were demised onto the heirs of Marcia Burke by Thomas O'Conor Donelan.

Copy of [Ancillary] Deed between Thomas O Connor Donelan of Sylane and [ ]sher? Esq., relating to lands in Jockey [Hall]. [Very fragile, has suffered from mould, hydrolysis and so biological damage].

Typescript copy of M M O'Shaughnessy's address for the dedication of the O'Shaughnessy dam.

Set of index cards describing some of the local features of the townland of Dawrosmore [Damhros Mór]. Features described include Cnocán na Coille (where the mark of St. Ceannann's hand, clenched fist, and knee are to be found on its west side), the former Doctor's house (built c. 1895 and overlooking Bearna Dhearg Bay), Damhros (where oyster bays and pearl breeding mussels can be found), Dawros Bridge, Macalla, Ceapachaí, Carraig na Bearna, Bearna Dhearg, Carraig na bPlobóg (pollack), Cnoc an Iobra, the Hotel and Courthouse (originally Temperance Hotel, later Carson's, then O'Grady's), Oileán na nUan/Lamb's Island, Creggauns, and Steve's Lake. Local residents Joe Lydon, and Mr. and Mrs. Jim Joyce are credited with providing some of the local information.

Set of index cards describing some of the local features of the townland of Dawrosbeg [Damhros Beag]. Included are descriptions of Ballinakill Harbour Oysters, where 20-30 people were employed in the late 19th century. The West of Ireland Oyster and Fish company collapsed a few years later, and the oyster beds were worn out by 1903. Roisín, a peninsula called Rushyhaughtily on the OS, and a description tracing the ownership of the lobster ponds there. Lochán Lí (Liath), Lugán Driseach, Líonadh Mór, Oileán Buí, Scóchaí, Doilín Garbh, Oileán Lachan, Roeillaun (Roe Island), Lochán an tSáile, and Cnocán na Beirtrí are also described. Professor Noel Wilkins of UCG, Jim Joyce and his wife are all credited with providing some of the local information.

Correspondence with Dawn Beaumount regarding the LEADER pilot project, employment issues.

Correspondence regarding the Pilot Project; with Westmeath County Development Board, regarding diversity in volunteering; information on grants available; Community Development Project Proposal for South Offaly; presentation on Insurance protection for Community and Voluntary Organisations; weekly report and progress report; draft community development proposals.

Expense sheets for Dawn Beaumount for work and travel undertaken for the pilot project.