Pendleton, William Frederic, Rt. Rev. (1845-1927)
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Dates
- Existence: 1845-03-25 - 1927-11-05
Found in 244 Collections and/or Records:
Letter from N.D. Pendleton to Bishop William F. Pendleton, 1903-03-05
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Identifier: RG.004.01
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Handwritten letter from N.D. Pendleton to Bishop William F. Pendleton.
Pendleton reports that the “Sharon Church of the New Jerusalem” has been officially formed. The new society extended a unanimous call to Mr. Caldwell to serve as their pastor. Pendleton discusses tension in the society between the “K” and “anti K” factions; He writes, “If the least bitterness arises over the property matter, I shall cut the discussion short and ask them to choose an arbitrator, according to your (W.F.P.)...
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1903-03-05
Letter from N.D. Pendleton to Bishop William F. Pendleton, 1903-01-23
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Identifier: RG.004.01
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Handwritten letter from N.D. Pendleton to Bishop William F. Pendleton.
At the top of the letter, there is a small note that reads: “What do you think of Mr. Odhner’s claims that the Writings were first written in heaven?”
Pendleton has not yet received copies of the new order of service from W.F.P. He is anxious to start using them and test whether they will work. Pendleton reports that both he and his wife, Beatrice, enjoyed Venita’s visit; Pendleton comments, “I found her interest in the...
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1903-01-23
Letter from N.D. Pendleton to Bishop William F. Pendleton, 1903-05-12
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Identifier: RG.004.01
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Typed letter from N.D. Pendleton to Bishop William F. Pendleton.
Pendleton reports that the Pittsburgh Society has received him with a kindly spirit, praising his sermons and doctrinal classes. However, Pendleton believes things are still in the “primary state,” and once they move into the “secondary state,” they “shall find what is in the wood.” There is discontent in the society over the progress the children have been making at the church school, and Pendleton has made an investigation...
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1903-05-12
Letter from N.D. Pendleton to Bishop William F. Pendleton, 1903-05-28
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Identifier: RG.004.01
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Typed letter from N.D. Pendleton to Bishop William F. Pendleton.
Venita (Pendleton) has informed Pendleton that she may not return to teach in the Pittsburgh Society school next year as she would like to study at the College in Bryn Athyn. Pendleton believes she could benefit from study, but he worries she would be deciding to leave due to a complaint leveled against her by the Council. When Pendleton informed Venita of this complaint, her reaction was more intense than Pendleton felt was...
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1903-05-28
Letter from N.D. Pendleton to Bishop William F. Pendleton, 1903-06-03
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Identifier: RG.004.01
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Handwritten letter from N.D. Pendleton to Bishop William F. Pendleton. Pendleton reports that the Council in Pittsburgh is considering candidates to replace Venita (Pendleton) in the school now that she has decided to resign. Everyone is in favor of securing an experienced teacher if possible. Names mentioned: Venita (Pendleton), Mrs. (Mary Leather) Hyatt, Miss (Clara Hobart) Hanlin, Miss (Evelyn) Gilmore
Dates:
1903-06-03
Letter from N.D. Pendleton to Bishop William F. Pendleton, 1903-06-06
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Identifier: RG.004.01
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Handwritten letter from N.D. Pendleton to Bishop William F. Pendleton.
Pendleton writes that the Sunday after the upcoming meetings will work best for him to preach in Bryn Athyn. Pendleton has been considering locations to host the next Pittsburgh assembly which he will review with W.F.P. when they are together in Bryn Athyn. Pendleton discusses options to replace Venita in the Pittsburgh society school; Miss Lucy Potts has submitted an application, but Pendleton would prefer Miss Hanlin or...
Dates:
1903-06-06
Letter from N.D. Pendleton to Bishop William F. Pendleton, 1903-07-20
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Identifier: RG.004.01
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Handwritten letter from N.D. Pendleton to Bishop William F. Pendleton.
Pendleton has heard that the Middleport Society is considering hosting the District Assembly. Pendleton asks W.F.P. for details on the time and place of the next meeting. He also asks if W.F.P. will make sure these details are announced in the Life. Pendleton supposes he should resign as secretary of the Chicago District Assembly. He left the secretary’s book with Alvin Nelson, with instructions to pass it along to the...
Dates:
1903-07-20
Letter from N.D. Pendleton to Bishop William F. Pendleton, 1903-07-21
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Identifier: RG.004.01
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Handwritten letter from N.D. Pendleton to Bishop William F. Pendleton.
Pendleton writes that on the previous night, he informed his Council that he had failed to secure the services of either Miss Hanlin or Miss Gilmore for the Pittsburgh school. The Council then considered Miss Lucy Potts, but it was decided that she did not have the necessary skills to govern the school. They discussed Mrs. Hyatt, but it was felt that her care would be too great a burden for the Society to maintain. They...
Dates:
1903-07-21
Letter from N.D. Pendleton to Bishop William F. Pendleton, 1903-08-04
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Identifier: RG.004.01
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Handwritten letter from N.D. Pendleton to Bishop William F. Pendleton.
Pendleton writes that W.F.P.’s letter recommending Miss Tafel and Miss Sommerville for the teaching position in Pittsburgh arrived too late. Pendleton was called to Middleport last week to officiate the funeral of Mrs. Kenter. Before he left, Dr. Boggess mentioned that Miss Esther may not return to school in Bryn Athyn. Pendleton extended a job offer to Miss Ester which she has now accepted. Pendleton knows W.F.P. would...
Dates:
1903-08-04
Letter from N.D. Pendleton to Bishop William F. Pendleton, 1903-09-02
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Identifier: RG.004.01
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Handwritten letter from N.D. Pendleton to Bishop William F. Pendleton.
Pendleton requests W.F.P. notify him when the hymns have been published and are ready for delivery; He anticipates the introduction of the hymns to the Pittsburgh society “will not please all” and he is “not disposed to stir in the matter” until they are “ready for action.” Pendleton reports that the Pittsburgh society school has now opened for the year, and he has been encouraged by Miss Esther so far. Pendleton is sorry...
Dates:
1903-09-02
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