Sir, - I am researching the death of General Michael Collins. In connection with this, I am trying to trace a Bill McKenna, formerly of Bona Vista Lodge, Athlone. If Mr McKenna, who I believe was born in 1907, is still, alive I would very much like to contact him. If not, I would be grateful if any members of his family could help me on this matter.
I am also trying to find a Mrs Maire Cassidy, nee O'Neill, formerly of Cromwellsfort Road, Dublin, who served as courier for Collins during the War of Independence. - Yours, etc.,
43 Harrington Street,
Dublin 8.