Scope and Contents Typed letter from N.D. Pendleton to Rev. Theodore Pitcairn at Chateau de la Motte, Thoury-Ferrottes, Seine-et-Marne, France. Pendleton has received Pitcairn’s letter of December 23rd, along with the cablegram which arrived 2 days later stating Pitcairn’s decision not to attend upcoming ministers’ meetings in Bryn Athyn. Pendleton writes, “I greatly regret your decision, and hope that you will find it possible to come later. I sympathize with you in the matter of having your statement...

Scope and Contents Typed letter from N.D. Pendleton to Rev. Theodore Pitcairn at Chateau les Pleignes, Grez ur Loing, Seine-et-Marne, France. Pendleton has received Pitcairn’s letters of Jan. 8th and Feb. 3rd. He writes, “From that of January eighth I learned that on the advice of Mr. Pfeiffer you decided to cancel your arrangements to attend the Council. I deeply regret your decision, and also that Mr. Pfeiffer should have given you such advice.” Pendleton reports that he has spoken with Mr. Caldwell, and...

Scope and Contents Typed letter from N.D. Pendleton to Rev. Theodore Pitcairn in Chateau les Pleignes, Grez sur Loing, Seine-et-Marne, France. Pendleton writes that the Academy is not in a position to sponsor further developmental work at this time. In fact, they would be happy if they could find a way to provide work for their current theological students. Pendleton states that the situation with Watanabe “presents a sad mixture of several scandals,” and therefore it would be unwise to offer financial support...

Scope and Contents Typed letter from N.D. Pendleton to Rev. Theodore Pitcairn in Bryn Athyn, PA, USA. Text: “I can not at this time comment on the various criticisms, direct and implied in your recent communication. I must, however, repudiate the interpretation you placed upon the advice I gave to the pastor of the Kitchener Society. I am in agreement with much that you say about freedom of speech and the value of opposing parties in maintaining a balance, as exemplified in countries such as ours. However, one...

Scope and Contents Typed letter from N.D. Pendleton to Rev. Victor J. Gladish in Colchester, England. Pendleton reports that Gladish’s letter of Nov. 24th was placed before the Board of Directors, and they appreciated the suggestions made by the Colchester Board of Finance; The remittances to England will be adjusted in accordance with these suggestions. Pendleton wishes Gladish could attend the midyear meetings in Bryn Athyn; Theodore Pitcairn, Mr. (Ernst) Pfeiffer, and Elmo Acton will all be in attendance,...

Scope and Contents Typed letter from N.D. Pendleton to Rev. Victor J. Gladish in Colchester, England. Pendleton reports that the Executive Committee recently reviewed Gladish’s last letter and was pleased with his proposal to reduce the General Church’s expense regarding his salary. Mr. (Hubert) Hyatt will forward Gladish the resolution passed by the Committee. There has been a proposal to publish the proceedings of the recent Council Meetings in the Life as the topics discussed are of great importance to the...

Scope and Contents Typed letter from N.D. Pendleton to Rev. Willis L. Gladish in Chicago, IL, USA. Pendleton has received Gladish’s letter of Nov. 22nd. Pendleton find’s Gladish’s criticisms of Mr. (Ernst) Pfeiffer’s “elucidations” frank and to the point, but he disagrees with Gladish’s belief that the no essential heresy can arise if one maintains the divinity of the Writings and the Lord. Pendleton argues, “Heresy consists of the over-growth of one truth at the expense of others.” Pendleton reports the Hugo...

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Typed letter from N.D. Pendleton to Rev. Willis L. Gladish in Chicago, IL, USA. Pendleton thanks Gladish for his last letter and apologies for not replying sooner; Pendleton has been ill and has been dealing with “increasing complexities” resulting from the “Pfeiffer trouble.” In addition, Mrs. (Beatrice) Pendleton has been incapacitated by a sprained ankle, and Mr. Childs is perhaps deathly ill.

Scope and Contents Typed letter from N.D. Pendleton's secretary, Viola Wolcott Rennels, to Rev. Willard D. Pendleton in Aspinwall, PA, USA. Rennels confirms that Willard’s two reports have been received. She apologizes for not acknowledging the reports sooner, noting that things have been busy in Bryn Athyn. Rennels is sorry that Willard will be unable to attend the upcoming meetings, but she remarks that this may be for the best, as the atmosphere is “rather charged.” Rennels asks Willard to send Gay her...

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Typed letter from N.D. Pendleton's secretary, Viola W. Rennels, to Rev. William Cairns Henderson in Hurstville, Sydney, Australia. Rennels inquires whether Henderson has received a package containing correspondence which had to do with the issue between Rev. Albert Bjorck and the General Church. Rennels will forward him another package if he has not received it. Names mentioned: Rev. Albert Bjorck, Eva (Henderson)