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Typed letter from N.D. Pendleton to Rev. Richard H. Keep in Brooklyn, NY, USA. Pendleton has received Keep’s letter of September 5th and has forwarded it to Bishop W. F. Pendleton in Ocean City. The Bishop thinks it best that Keep remain away from the Arbutus Society for the time being so that they may consider Keep’s resignation in freedom. Pendleton inquires whether Keep’s resignation is now in the hands of the Bishop, or if he intends to write and send it out himself.

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Typed letter from N.D. Pendleton to Rev. Richard H. Keep in Brooklyn, NY, USA. Pendleton has received official notice from the Council of the Baltimore Society stating that they would like the Bishop to accept Keep’s resignation as their pastor. Pendleton herby informs Keep that the Bishop accepts his resignation, and he therefore is no longer tied to the society. Pendleton writes that the Bishop takes this step with great sorrow and regret.

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Handwritten letter from N.D. Pendleton to Rev. Richard H. Keep. Handwriting difficult to decipher. Pendleton encloses a letter for Keep. The Bishop (W. F. Pendleton) has not yet returned, but he will write to Keep regarding Keep’s latest communication. Pendleton is sorry for Keep and for the way the Church has been brought into the matter. Mr. Acton has informed Pendleton of his recent conversation with Keep. Names mentioned: Mr. Acton

Scope and Contents Typed letter from N.D. Pendleton to Rev. Thomas S. Harris in Abington, MA, USA. The Bishop (W. F. Pendleton) has requested that N. D. Pendleton write to Harris to inquire whether he might be willing to accept a pastoral call from the New Church Baltimore Society. The Baltimore group has about 25 adults and 25 children, and they are willing to financially assist the General Church in maintaining a residential pastor. The Bishop would like an answer from Harris before he discusses it with the...

Scope and Contents Typed letter from N.D. Pendleton to Rev. William B. Caldwell in Glenview, IL, USA. Pendleton has received Caldwell’s letters of Jan. 20th and Feb. 19th, along with the membership applications for Mr. and Mrs. Reuter. Pendleton is pleased with progress on the construction of the new buildings and will travel with his wife to Glenview for their dedication. Bishop W.F. Pendleton and his wife will also come for dedication if they are able. Pendleton has recently written a letter to Raymond...

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Typed letter from N.D. Pendleton to Rev. William B. Caldwell in Glenview, IL, USA. Pendleton acknowledges Caldwell’s letter of Aug. 29th. Pendleton discusses arrangements for the dedication of the new church buildings in Glenview; N.D. Pendleton and his brother, W.F. Pendleton, will both attend, but N.D. Pendleton will formally dedicate the buildings and administer the Holy Supper as the Bishop of the Church. Names mentioned: Gilbert (Smith)

Scope and Contents Typed letter from N.D. Pendleton to Rev. William B. Caldwell in Glenview, IL, USA. Pendleton acknowledges Caldwell’s letter of Nov. 6th. Pendleton discusses the governmental issues currently faced by the Glenview Society; The goal should be to balance ecclesiastical authority with the will of the people. Pendleton would like to hear from Caldwell regarding the committee appointed to prepare the Social Song Book. Mrs. Smith has been unsatisfied with Caldwell’s decisions and has brought the...

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Typed letter from N.D. Pendleton to Rev. William B. Caldwell in Glenview, IL, USA. Pendleton agrees with Caldwell that the song “Into the Wood My Master Went” by Sydney Lanier should be left out of the Social Song Book. Bishop W.F. Pendleton has decided to give up all work in connection with the Bryn Athyn Society, but he will continue to teach at the Theological School.

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Typed letter from N.D. Pendleton to Rev. William B. Caldwell in Glenview, IL, USA. Pendleton has received Caldwell’s letter of December 23rd. He did not previously critique the Preface to the Social Song Book because he did not know it was expected. He offers two suggestions for minor changes. Names mentioned: Bishop W.F. Pendleton, Korene (Caldwell)

Scope and Contents Typed letter from N.D. Pendleton to Rev. William B. Caldwell in Glenview, IL, USA. Pendleton discusses plans for the upcoming District Assembly in Glenview. Pendleton would prefer that the program does not include a title for his address in case changes need to be made. It is possible that W.F. Pendleton will attend the Assembly in N.D. Pendleton’s place. Pendleton informs Caldwell that Mrs. Odhner passed away unexpectedly last night following an operation in the hospital. Names mentioned:...