Scope and Contents Handwritten letter from N.D. Pendleton to Bishop William F. Pendleton. Pendleton informs W.F.P. that the Pittsburgh Society ran out of time to discuss the prospect of a district assembly at its recent annual meeting. The matter was referred to the Church Committee, which has not made a decision yet. On returning home from visiting Erie, Pendleton came down with bronchitis. The doctor has ordered him not to work for several days, and so Walter Brickman will preach in his place on Sunday....

Scope and Contents Handwritten letter from N.D. Pendleton to Bishop William F. Pendleton. Pendleton delayed responding to W.F.P.’s last letter as he was waiting for the Pittsburgh Society to decide on a date for their next District Assembly. At last night’s Committee meeting, the general consensus was that sometime in the fall would be best. Pendleton hopes W.F.P. will preach in Pittsburgh on his way home from Chicago this spring. Pendleton’s wife, Beatrice, has been trying to convince him to get away for a...

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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 is tempted by W.F.P.’s invitation to spent the summer in Bryn Athyn, but unfortunately, Pendleton and his family will not be able to make the necessary arrangements this year. Pendleton writes, “Our children have delightful memories of Bryn Athyn, but child like no realization of the difficulties. They keep the subject before us; and we can not but indulge their dreams.” Pendleton has received a letter from Wm....

Scope and Contents Handwritten letter from N.D. Pendleton to Bishop William F. Pendleton. Pendleton reflects that he plans to remain in Pittsburgh for a long time as “each passing year makes a radical change less likely.” Regarding his health, Pendleton has been exercising on the tennis court at his doctor’s recommendation, and he has been feeling much better as a result. Pendleton writes that he plans to let Ora’s French professor, with whom he has formed a friendly relationship, perform an examination along...

Scope and Contents Handwritten letter from N.D. Pendleton to Bishop William F. Pendleton. Pendleton writes that he will go to visit Alan as soon as possible; Philip has been several times already. Pendleton will consult with his council as to the proposed new date for the Assembly. He believes it will meet with approval as the timing is much more convenient for the Pittsburgh Society. It will take the place of their usual society celebration. Pendleton plans to visit the Erie circle next Sunday. Names...

Scope and Contents Handwritten letter from N.D. Pendleton to Bishop William F. Pendleton. Pendleton discusses a recent controversial article written by Mr. Odhner attacking the late Dr. Burnham’s book. Pendleton states, “When I first read Mr. Odhner’s article my feeling was that he has pilloried the dead in order to punish the living.” He has written a response which he would like to read before the ministers in Bryn Athyn. He did not attempt to defend Dr. Burnham’s views because he does not have access to Dr....

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Handwritten letter from N.D. Pendleton to Bishop William F. Pendleton. Pendleton writes that if W.F.P. would rather not deliver his Assembly address on Friday night, they can arrange for him to deliver it on Saturday. Pendleton is leaving shortly for Erie to attend Mr. Glenn’s funeral. Names mentioned: Mr. (Oscar) Glenn

Scope and Contents Handwritten letter from N.D. Pendleton to Bishop William F. Pendleton. Pendleton would like to finalize plans for the Assembly. He askes W.F.P. if he will be able to preach for them on Sunday morning and deliver his address on Saturday night. Pendleton would also like to ask Mr. Gladish to present something at the men’s meeting on the Monday following the Assembly. The Philosophy Club met to choose someone to deliver an address to them on the Thursday prior to the opening of the Assembly;...

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Handwritten letter from N.D. Pendleton to Bishop William F. Pendleton. Pendleton believes Easter will be the best time for a trip South. He cannot go now as Christmas is approaching and the people in Pittsburgh are “restless” after his recent absence from the pulpit. Pendleton must also be present in Pittsburgh in January for the Society’s annual meeting. He mentions that he enjoyed his recent visit to Bryn Athyn, and he sends love to all.