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Typed copy of a cable from N.D. Pendleton to Rev. Fred E. Gyllenhaal in Durban, Natal, South Africa. Message: “Actio. Durban, Gyllenhaal. You England soon as possible. Hugo Durban. Consult society. Cable.”

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Handwritten Western Union cablegram from N.D. Pendleton to Alfred Acton, addressed to Hotel Bon Genie, Paris. Message says "Writing London". Signed Pendleton.

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Typed cablegram from N.D. Pendleton to Rev. Fred E. Gyllenhaal in Colchester, England. Message: “Recommend Victor Gladish Colchester Cable reply” Signed: “Pendleton”

Scope and Contents Handwritten letter from Anna Aitken in Dunfermline to John Pitcairn, Jr. Aitken thanks Pitcairn for his kind offer to be her escort, however she is sorry to say she has already booked passage with the Cunard Line. She intends to write to Miss Franks Liverpool today, requesting that she secure a place on the Perthia, which sails on the 14th. Maria Hogan had led Aitken to expect a visit from Pitcairn, but his letter settles the question. Aitken reports that her brother’s health is now much...

Scope and Contents Handwritten letter from Edith (no surname given) at 173 Charles Street to “Gertie” Gertrude Starkey Pitcairn. “C. V. Mills Congress” seal pressed into upper left corner. Edith, busy with preparations, has failed to keep up her correspondences. She recently saw Mr. Nadleigh at the Apollo Club rooms, and he asked her to send regards to Gertrude. She trusts Gertrude’s mother “has less care” than last time she saw her, when she was very charitably hosting the Pendletons. Edith and her mother...

Scope and Contents Handwritten letter from Leonard Tafel New Brighton, NY to John Pitcairn, Jr. L Tafel hopes for a visit from J Pitcairn and their friend Child, however, due to a downturn in business prospects, he fears Pitcairn may be prevented from coming. The year has treated Tafel “liberally”- five grandchildren have been born, and a great grandchild is on the way. His German translation of the New Testament has begun printing in Switzerland, and he recently received from Germany the first proof sheets of...

Scope and Contents Handwritten letter from the Walter Chalmers household at 37 (34?) Park Lane, Mile End, Calton, Glasgow to John Pitcairn, Jr. J. Pitcairn’s Aunt has received his last letter and handsome gift. She has been in bad health since the New Year, but she still intends to visit J. Pitcairn and her two sisters. They are waiting on word from her sisters, but she hopes to leave Glasgow by boat in May. J. Pitcairn should write if he has any further information. Letter signed by Mrs. (or Mr.?) George...

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Handwritten letter from N.D. Pendleton to Bishop William F. Pendleton. Pendleton discusses scheduling and plans for the Pittsburgh and Chicago District Assemblies. Pendleton hopes W.F.P. had a good summer in Europe with their sister, and that they will both return home in good health. Names mentioned: Will Caldwell

Scope and Contents 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...

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Handwritten letter from N.D. Pendleton to Bishop William F. Pendleton. Pendleton is sorry to hear W.F.P. has been ill. He hears W.F.P. plans to attend the Confederate’s Reunion in May, and he hopes the trip will be beneficial. Pendleton is satisfied with the Executive Committee’s decision regarding the upcoming trip to Europe over the summer. He also informs W.F.P. that he has not yet had any word from Dr. Cranch. Names mentioned: Charley, Dr. (Edward) Cranch