Pendleton, William Frederic, Rt. Rev. (1845-1927)
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Dates
- Existence: 1845-03-25 - 1927-11-05
Found in 219 Collections and/or Records:
Letter from N.D. Pendleton to Bishop William F. Pendleton, 1910-03-21
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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 it would be a “sad pleasure” for him to finish the work W.F.P. has been preparing on the “Exposition of the Word.” Pendleton would dedicate his best abilities to its completion if needed, but he is glad this is only a remote possibility. Pendleton hears Homer’s health has improved and they may expect him to stop over in Pittsburgh on his way home. Pendleton has finally received word from Dr. Cranch,...
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1910-03-21
Letter from N.D. Pendleton to Bishop William F. Pendleton, 1910-04-06
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Identifier: RG.004.01
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Handwritten letter from N.D. Pendleton to Bishop William F. Pendleton.
With regret, Pendleton turns down the position offered by the Board of Directors; He feels he would like the work, but the salary is significantly less than his current income. Additionally, it would place a great strain on Beatrice, however much she would enjoy living in Bryn Athyn. Both Pendleton and Beatrice would make any sacrifice necessary for the Church, but Pendleton does not feel that this is warranted in this...
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1910-04-06
Letter from N.D. Pendleton to Bishop William F. Pendleton, 1910-04-06
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Identifier: RG.004.01
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Handwritten letter from N.D. Pendleton to Bishop William F. Pendleton.
Earlier the same day, Pendleton wrote to W.F.P. and Mr. Doering rejecting the position in Bryn Athyn offered by the Board of Directors as the salary offered was too low. After having added up receipts, Pendleton has now calculated that his income for the previous year was $3,092.50, and so the proposed salary would represent about a 1/3rd reduction of income. As things are, Pendleton struggles to put aside even a small...
Dates:
1910-04-06
Letter from N.D. Pendleton to Bishop William F. Pendleton, 1910-04-07
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Identifier: RG.004.01
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Handwritten letter from N.D. Pendleton to Bishop William F. Pendleton.
Pendleton is forwarding W.F.P. a letter from Mr. Kendig about the conduct of Mr. Whitehead during his time in Renovo. It seems that relations between Kendig and Whitehead became strained, and eventually Kendig wrote a letter of complaint to Mr. Synnestvedt. Before the letter could be sent, Whitehead found it and read it before turning it back over to Kendig. Whitehead’s reasoning was that he could not afford to have his...
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1910-04-07
Letter from N.D. Pendleton to Bishop William F. Pendleton, 1910-07-05
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Identifier: RG.004.01
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Handwritten letter from N.D. Pendleton to Bishop William F. Pendleton.
Pendleton was glad to learn that Gilbert Smith will be sent to Erie. He has written to inform Dr. Cranch according to W.F.P.’s suggestion. Pendleton would like to be sent a copy of the Pennsylvania Supreme Court’s decision on the Kramph will case. Mr. Acton and Mr. Odhner both voiced opposition to Pendleton leaving Pittsburgh for a position in Bryn Athyn, but Pendleton informed them that he has declined the offer.
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Dates:
1910-07-05
Letter from N.D. Pendleton to Bishop William F. Pendleton, 1910-09-06
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Identifier: RG.004.01
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Handwritten letter from N.D. Pendleton to Bishop William F. Pendleton.
Pendleton informs W.F.P. that the people of Pittsburgh would prefer not to have a district assembly due to the recent General Assembly. Pendleton is planning to officiate the upcoming wedding of Clio (Pollock) and Gerald (Glenn). Marriage laws in the state of West Virginia are very strict, and Pendleton requests an identification certificate from W.F.P. so that he can take out a special license.
Names mentioned: Gerald...
Dates:
1910-09-06
Letter from N.D. Pendleton to Bishop William F. Pendleton, 1911-01-28
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Identifier: RG.004.01
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Handwritten letter from N.D. Pendleton to Bishop William F. Pendleton.
Pendleton informs W.F.P. that the Pittsburgh Society ran out of time to discuss the prospect of a district assembly at its recent annual meeting. The matter was referred to the Church Committee, which has not made a decision yet. On returning home from visiting Erie, Pendleton came down with bronchitis. The doctor has ordered him not to work for several days, and so Walter Brickman will preach in his place on Sunday....
Dates:
1911-01-28
Letter from N.D. Pendleton to Bishop William F. Pendleton, 1911-02-15
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Identifier: RG.004.01
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Handwritten letter from N.D. Pendleton to Bishop William F. Pendleton. Pendleton informs W.F.P. that the Pittsburgh Society will likely choose not to have a district Assembly this spring as there are several other society events already scheduled. Mr. Macbeth would like to hold a special Society Supper in March to discuss matters of local interest, and it is hoped that W.F.P. will attend. Names mentioned: Mr. (George) Macbeth, Ora (Pendleton)
Dates:
1911-02-15
Letter from N.D. Pendleton to Bishop William F. Pendleton, 1911-03-07
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Identifier: RG.004.01
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Handwritten letter from N.D. Pendleton to Bishop William F. Pendleton.
Pendleton delayed responding to W.F.P.’s last letter as he was waiting for the Pittsburgh Society to decide on a date for their next District Assembly. At last night’s Committee meeting, the general consensus was that sometime in the fall would be best. Pendleton hopes W.F.P. will preach in Pittsburgh on his way home from Chicago this spring. Pendleton’s wife, Beatrice, has been trying to convince him to get away for a...
Dates:
1911-03-07
Letter from N.D. Pendleton to Bishop William F. Pendleton, 1911-03-16
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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 been considering W.F.P.’s invitation to visit Bryn Athyn. In order for Beatrice to leave, Ora would need to stay home from school to look after the family. As for Pendleton, he is dealing with several unusual expenses right now, and traveling at this time does not seem wise. However, Pendleton’s children are always hoping to spend the summer in Bryn Athyn, and Pendleton hopes to make this happen sometime in...
Dates:
1911-03-16
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