Scope and Contents Typed letter from N.D. Pendleton to Rev. Ernst Pfeiffer in The Hague, Holland. In response to Pfeiffer’s question regarding “coming of age” laws in America, Pendleton writes, “There are no ‘American’ laws on the subject of the coming of age of citizens. Each state has its own laws. In Pennsylvania we have the same law as that in Holland, and I think it is the same in the most of the states of the Union. However, common perception, as in the matter of marriage, recognizes the fact that women...

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Typed letter from N.D. Pendleton to Rev. Ernst Pfeiffer in The Hague, Holland. Pendleton writes that Pfeiffer’s request for $1,070 in connection with the Dutch translation of the Arcana was placed before the Academy Board of Directors and then passed to the Treasurer with power to act. Pendleton looks forward to seeing Pfeiffer at the London General Assembly and hopes to see others from the Hague there as well.

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Typed letter from N.D. Pendleton to Rev. Ernst Pfeiffer in The Hague, Holland. Pendleton confirms that Pfeiffer should bring Miss Ponlus and Mr. Vellenfa to the London General Assembly. Names mentioned: Miss Ponlus, Mr. Vellenfa

Scope and Contents Typed letter from N.D. Pendleton to Rev. Ernst Pfeiffer in The Hague, Holland. Pendleton informs Pfeiffer that the Academy Board of Directors has approved his request for $1100 to publish the fourth volume of the Dutch translation of the Arcana. Pendleton discusses the itinerary for his upcoming European trip. He and Mrs. Pendleton will depart for France on July 13th and, after landing in Havre, proceed directly to Thoury-Ferrottes upon landing. From there, the Pendleton’s will travel by...

Scope and Contents Typed letter from N.D. Pendleton to Rev. Ernst Pfeiffer in The Hague, Holland. Pendleton acknowledges receipt of Pfeiffer’s letter of Nov. 22nd, the financial report of the Dutch Society, Pfeiffer’s letter of Jan. 19th with translations of his recent editorial and two articles, and the cable containing New Year’s greetings from the Church in Holland. Pendleton apologizes for the delay in his correspondence and expresses appreciation for Pfeiffer’s communications. Pendleton is delighted by...

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Typed letter from N.D. Pendleton to Rev. Ernst Pfeiffer in The Hague, Holland. Pendleton has received Pfeiffer’s financial report, marking ten years since the creation of the First Dutch Society in Holland. Pendleton is pleased with the reported increase in membership over the last year, despite recent controversy within the Church. Pendleton hopes that, when the controversy dies down, Pfeiffer will be able to return his focus to missionary work.

Scope and Contents Typed letter from N.D. Pendleton to Rev. Ernst Pfeiffer in The Hague, Holland. Pendleton forwards Pfeiffer a copy of a letter he wrote to Miss Helderman in response to a recent communication from her. In the letter, Pendleton reassures Helderman that the General Church supports her action to withdraw from Pfeiffer on the grounds that he is no longer preaching General Church doctrine; The majority of members in the U.S. are also in disagreement with Pfeiffer’s views. Yet in the interest of...

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Typed letter from N.D. Pendleton to Rev. Ernst Pfeiffer in The Hague, Holland. Pendleton has received Pfeiffer’s report and request for a letter of introduction to the American Consul at The Hague. Letter of Introduction attached, requesting “any courtesies extended to [Pfeiffer] which may facilitate his coming to America” for the 1933 ministers’ meetings in Bryn Athyn.

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Typed letter from N.D. Pendleton to Rev. Ernst Pfeiffer in The Hague, Holland. Pendleton has received Pfeiffer’s letter of Oct. 29th with the enclosed reports of the Treasurer of the First Dutch Society and of the Swedenborg Genootschap. He notes that the First Dutch Society maintained its regular activities over the past year, except during the 3-month period of Pfeiffer’s visit to Bryn Athyn.

Scope and Contents Typed letter from N.D. Pendleton to Rev. Fernand Hussenet in St. Cloud, France. Pendleton has received Hussenet’s letter of January 5th and report of April 26th. Pendleton is happy to hear that the French Society maintained regular worship services despite the War. Pendleton acknowledges that it must have been a great loss for the group to send their young men to front, yet he knows they must serve the “glorious cause” of their country. Pendleton was shocked to learn that Hussenet’s son,...