Scope and Contents Typed letter from N.D. Pendleton to Rev. Gilbert Haven Smith in Glenview, IL, USA. Pendleton has delayed answering Smith’s last letter until the summer assignments for the theological students were finalized. If Smith approves, they will send Hendrick Boef to Glenview. Although there was initially talk of sending Victor Gladish, Pendleton is now convinced it will be better to assign him to Kitchener with the understanding that the society will provide board and lodging. Pendleton hopes Smith...

Scope and Contents Typed letter from N.D. Pendleton to Rev. Gilbert Haven Smith in Glenview, IL, USA. Pendleton regrets Smith’s choice not to attend the 1928 General Assembly in London and hopes this decision is not final. He writes, “At times the Church calls to us for a high idealism and an extraordinary effort. While I would not attempt to persuade you against your will, yet I am convinced that your real will is to go, and that the things standing in the way may prove removable.” He has already suggested...

Scope and Contents Typed letter from N.D. Pendleton to Rev. Gilbert Haven Smith in Glenview, IL, USA. Pendleton discusses plans for a series of upcoming fall Assemblies. He asks whether Sunday, Oct. 23rd will be satisfactory for the Glenview community. His tentative plan is Toronto on Oct. 16th, Glenview on Oct. 23rd, and Pittsburgh on Oct. 30th. Pendleton assumes theological student Hendrick Boef has arrived in Glenview by now; He asks Smith for his opinion of Boef and his ability as a minister. Pendleton...

Scope and Contents Typed letter from N.D. Pendleton to Rev. Gilbert Haven Smith in Glenview, IL, USA. Pendleton has received Smith’s last letter. He agrees with Smith that it would be a good idea to give theological student Hendrick Boef a token of appreciation for his work with the Glenview society over the summer. Pendleton concurs with Smith’s assessment that Boef “promises well” as a minister. Pendleton discusses details of the upcoming assembly in Glenview, including suggestions for who should preach and...

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.