Scope and Contents Typed letter from N.D. Pendleton to Rev. Gilbert Haven Smith in Glenview, IL, USA. Pendleton suggests that the Glenview society consider offering a job to Norman (Reuter). Pendleton reports that Reuter’s sermons are good and that he promises well as a teacher. Additionally, Pendleton would like Reuter to “get some seasoning” working with Smith before being assigned to an independent position. Smith should let Pendleton know if this can be arranged so that Pendleton can contact Reuter about...

Scope and Contents Typed letter from N.D. Pendleton to Rev. Gilbert Haven Smith in Glenview, IL, USA. Pendleton has informed Reuter of his call to Glenview as assistant to the Pastor; Reuter is quite pleased with the offer. Pendleton strongly urges Smith to attend the 1928 General Assembly in London. He writes, “It is not only a question of whether the Assembly can get along without you, but as well of your need of the Assembly. I can think of several other general reasons, but these two are enough.” Names...

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Typed letter from N.D. Pendleton to Rev. Gilbert Haven Smith in Glenview, IL, USA. Text: “I can only say with reference to your note of June 20th, that I hope the Cunard Line can make suitable arrangements for you. If not, there is nothing left us but to regret the circumstances which have made it impossible for you to attend the Assembly.” Names mentioned: Cunard

Scope and Contents Typed letter from N.D. Pendleton to Rev. Gilbert Haven Smith in Glenview, IL, USA. Pendleton inquires whether the Glenview Society would like to hold a District Assembly this fall as usual. He explains that sometimes District Assemblies are skipped when they follow a larger General Assembly. If Glenview would like an Assembly, Pendleton will be available Oct. 19th-21st. Pendleton reports that the General Assembly in London over the summer was a success, and he regrets that Smith was unable...

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Typed letter from N.D. Pendleton to Rev. Gilbert Haven Smith in Glenview, IL, USA. Pendleton has been informed that the marriage of Venita Blair and Gilbert Smith interferes with the proposed dates for the Pittsburgh assembly. Pendleton asks whether it might be possible to change the date of the wedding, in which case, he will travel first to Glenview and then to Pittsburgh afterwards. Names mentioned: Eldred (Iungerich), Venita Blair, Gilbert Smith

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Typed letter from N.D. Pendleton to Rev. Gilbert Haven Smith in Glenview, IL, USA. Pendleton discusses arrangements for the upcoming District Assembly in Glenview. He will arrive on Oct. 12th. He may not have time to prepare a formal paper, but he suggests that he might give an informal address at the Friday supper instead. If desired, Pendleton will preach Sunday morning, at which time they will administer the Holy Supper.

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Typed letter from N.D. Pendleton to Rev. Gilbert Haven Smith in Glenview, IL, USA. Pendleton discusses his travel plans for the Glenview Assembly; He will arrive at Grand Central Station at 9am on October 12th, and he would like to have breakfast with Smith if possible. Names mentioned: Mrs. (Nora Potts) Smith

Scope and Contents Typed letter from N.D. Pendleton to Rev. Glendower C. Ottley in London, England. Pendleton received Ottley’s and Tilson’s applications to the General Church priesthood just as the Assembly activities were opening. Everyone was pleased with this development; Pendleton comments, “All believers in the Divine Authority should form a common brotherhood throughout the world; no personal difficulties should be allowed to stand in the way.” Pendleton will write more to Ottley at a later time when he...

Scope and Contents Typed letter from N.D. Pendleton to Rev. Gustaf Baeckström in Stockholm, Sweden. Pendleton acknowledges Baeckstrom's letter of Dec. 7th; Pendleton is not surprised that some of the people in the Stockholm Circle are hesitant about accepting the doctrine of the eternity of the hells, due to the "propaganda" of Mr. (Albert?) Bjorck several years ago. Bjorck has now changed his position. Pendleton finds the record of attendence very encouraging, and is interested in Baeckstrom's way of...

Scope and Contents Typed letter from N.D. Pendleton to Rev. Gustaf Baeckström in Stockholm, Sweden. Pendleton acknowledges Baeckstrom's letter of Jan. 20th. The Academy will grant a scholarship to Miss Centerwall; The things Baeckstrom and Miss Nordenskiold have said about her are intriguing, and Pendleton hopes she will be able to come to Bryn Athyn next fall. A General Assembly will be held in Bryn Athyn in June when a new Bishop will be chosen. Blank report forms will be sent to Baeckstrom which he should...