Handwritten letter from N.D. Pendleton to Bishop William F. Pendleton. Pendleton informs W.F.P. that he has decided not to attend the Toronto Assembly for two reasons: the state of the Pittsburgh Society’s finances, and Pendleton’s own reluctance to leave his wife, Beatrice, at this time. Pendleton remarks that they have been enjoying Venita’s visit, and he wishes W.F.P. and his family a happy Christmas. Names mentioned: Beatrice (Walton Childs Pendleton), Venita (Pendleton)