Scope and Contents Typed letter from N.D. Pendleton to Rev. George DeCharms in Stockholm, Sweden. Care of Rev. Gustaf Baeckstrom. Pendleton acknowledges DeCharms’ letter from Brussels. Pendleton believes DeCharms did everything possible under the circumstances, and now the matter should be left to rest. Pendleton wonders if DeCharms is on his way to Paris to see Theo (Pitcairn). Pendleton updates DeCharms on life in Bryn Athyn; The weather has been hot, Karl Alden has been engaged in missionary work, Pendleton...

Scope and Contents Typed letter from N.D. Pendleton to Rev. George DeCharms in Colchester, England. Care of Rev. Victor J. Gladish. Pendleton has received DeCharms’ last letter. Pendleton looks forward to hearing DeCharms’ impressions of his visit to the Hague. Pendleton mentions the recent meetings he attended in Pittsburgh; There was interesting discussion resulting from two papers about the cause and potential cure for the distressed state of the world. Pendleton reports on the state of the Church in...

Scope and Contents Typed letter from N.D. Pendleton to Rev. George DeCharms in Bryn Athyn, PA, USA. Pendleton is glad to hear that DeCharms and his family have arrived home in good health from their long journey. Pendleton has received a discouraging letter from Curtis about the society in New York. Pendleton hopes they will still be able to hold occasional church services, in which case this would provide some opportunity for Philip (Odhner?). Regardless, Pendleton thinks it will be good for Philip to take...

Scope and Contents Typed letter from N.D. Pendleton to Rev. Gerrit Barger in the Hague, Holland. Pendleton was surprised to receive a card from Barger; Barger has been suffering from a “long illness”, and Pendleton did not think he would be able to write or receive letters. Pendleton hopes he will see Barger again in this life, possibly on his trip to Europe next summer. If not, Pendleton believes they will see each other in “the bright hereafter.” Pendleton sends regards to Mrs. Barger and Miss Mary...

Scope and Contents Typed letter from N.D. Pendleton to Rev. Gilbert Haven Smith in Glenview, IL, USA. Pendleton acknowledges Smith’s letter of Sept. 5th. He will be glad to deliver a sermon on the second Sunday of his upcoming trip to Glenview and Chicago, and he would be happy to have Mr. Headsten’s congregation join Sharon Church for the occasion. He notes an air of optimism in Smith’s letter, and he wishes Smith luck in his plans to improve the Sharon Church Society. In Bryn Athyn, they have decided to...

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Typed letter from N.D. Pendleton to Rev. Gilbert Haven Smith in Glenview, IL, USA. Pendleton discusses plans for his upcoming visit to Chicago. He will meet with Smith’s congregation on the evening of October 17th and preach for Headsten’s congregation the afternoon of October 21st. For additional scheduling, Pendleton asks that Smith and Headsten coordinate and come up with a program which works for both of them. Names mentioned: Mr. (John) Headsten

Scope and Contents Typed letter from N.D. Pendleton to Rev. Gilbert Haven Smith in Chicago, IL, USA. Pendleton has received Smith’s letter of September 8th. He approves of the program Smith has put together for his visit to Glenview/Chicago, with the exception that he would like Mr. Headsten’s congregation to join the Chicago church for worship on the second Sunday. This would not be necessary if he could stay an extra Sunday to preach for them separately, however he does not want to be away from Bryn Athyn...

Scope and Contents Typed letter from N.D. Pendleton to Rev. Gilbert Haven Smith in Glenview, IL, USA. Pendleton acknowledges Smith’s letter of April 15th. He explains that Smith’s suggestion to hold the Chicago District Assembly directly after the June meetings in Bryn Athyn would be impractical for several reasons. First, it would be physically straining, and second, it “would perhaps be rather in the way of your receiving from our foreign visitors all that they might have offer.” Pendleton recommends Smith...

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Typed letter from N.D. Pendleton to Rev. Gilbert Haven Smith in Glenview, IL, USA. Pendleton would like to have the dates of the Chicago/Glenview District Assembly finalized before he leaves for his summer vacation in August. He suggests October 17th and 24th and asks Smith to let him know as soon as possible whether or not this will work. Pendleton expects to hold the Pittsburgh District Assembly on October 10th and will stop in Cincinnati either on his way there or on his return home.

Scope and Contents Typed letter from N.D. Pendleton to Rev. Gilbert Haven Smith in Glenview, IL, USA. After receiving several letters from Europe upon his return from the Toronto District Assembly, Pendleton has decided to prolong his trip to Europe. Consequentially, he will miss the Fall District Assemblies in Pittsburgh and Glenview. The Consistory has appointed Mr. Doering as the Bishop’s representative for these assemblies. Pendleton was sorry to hear that Smith cannot come to the Ministers Meetings, and...