Scope and Contents Handwritten letter from Emilie Tafel at 14 Rothbury Villas, London to John Pitcairn, Jr. Two pages, second page damaged and particularly fragile. On returning from Birmingham, the Tafel’s received the paper announcing Pitcairn’s safe arrival in New York. They have been expecting a letter from him ever since regarding the rest of his trip to Ireland and voyage home. Rather than wait, Mrs. Tafel has decided to send news and to say again how thankful she and Mr. Tafel are for Pitcairn’s...

Scope and Contents Handwritten letter from Evelyn E. Plummer in Paris, France to John Pitcairn, Jr.. 1 page, double-sided. Contents: -E. Plummer sent for by Miss Holmes & appointed librarian of New Church Rooms at 19 rue du Sommerard -has stopped Mlle. Cheminat from coming in to gossip & say horrible things abt. New Church -hopes to make library a rendezvous point for New Church people; has written to friends in Boston, hopes Pitcairn will spread the word as wellNames mentioned:...

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

Scope and Contents Handwritten letter from N.D. Pendleton to Bishop William F. Pendleton. Pendleton read W.F.P.’s last letter aloud at the last Committee meeting. The members were asked whether they approved of Pendleton’s resignation from his work with the Erie Circle and what they thought of his proposed trip South. The general consensus was that they did not mind Pendleton leaving for special services on occasion, but they were unhappy with him leaving regularly for Erie because of the effect of his absence...

Scope and Contents Handwritten letter from N.D. Pendleton to Bishop William F. Pendleton. In preparation for his episcopal trip to Europe over the summer, Pendleton requests as much information as possible on the places and people he will be visiting. Pendleton would also like to be reminded of the dates of the British Assembly. He hopes there will be time to attend the Glenview General Assembly before departing for Europe. Pendleton’s wife, Beatrice, has agreed to accompany him on the trip, provided that...

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Handwritten letter from N.D. Pendleton to Bishop William F. Pendleton. Although it will cost a considerable amount of money, Pendleton’s wife, Beatrice, has agreed to accompany him on his proposed episcopal trip to Europe over the summer. Pendleton writes that this “will be the carrying out of one of my dreams.” If arrangements can be made, Pendleton and Beatrice hope to leave their children with Ora in Bryn Athyn. Names mentioned: Beatrice (Walton Childs Pendleton), Ora (Pendleton)