Scope and Contents Typed letter from N.D. Pendleton to Rev. Gilbert Haven Smith in Glenview, IL, USA. Pendleton reminds Smith that he will be in Glenview “around and about” Sunday October 18th. He will depart from Pittsburgh on the evening of the 13th and arrive in Chicago on the 14th. He will leave Chicago for Denver on the 20th. He hopes to have one or two more meetings with the members of Sharon Church during his time in Chicago, and he will write to Mr. Gladish accordingly. Names mentioned: Mr. (Willis...

Scope and Contents Typed letter from N.D. Pendleton to Rev. Gilbert Haven Smith in Glenview, IL, USA. Pendleton has received Smith’s letter containing an account of his recent visit to Windsor and Detroit. Pendleton thinks Smith’s advice to these societies that they should take time for thorough deliberation was wise. He writes, “We have no intent to foment factional trouble in a Convention society. Only in case there is a definite movement in the direction of the Academy are we interested.” Pendleton looks...

Scope and Contents Typed letter from N.D. Pendleton to Rev. Gilbert Haven Smith in Glenview, IL, USA. Pendleton was glad to hear that the matter of the scholarship for Smith’s son, Gerardin, may be satisfactorily solved. Discussing plans for his upcoming trip, Pendleton informs Smith that he will stop over in Cincinnati before arriving in Chicago in time for the Friday Supper. Pendleton will bring three papers with him: “The Slain Lamb,” “Ancient Rituals and Modern Faith,” “Some phases of New Church...

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Typed letter from N.D. Pendleton to Rev. Gilbert Haven Smith in Glenview, IL, USA. Pendleton informs Smith that the General Church will contribute $300 towards his travelling expenses if he is able to attend the 1928 General Assembly in London.

Scope and Contents Typed letter from N.D. Pendleton to Rev. Gilbert Haven Smith in Glenview, IL, USA. Pendleton has delayed answering Smith’s last letter until the summer assignments for the theological students were finalized. If Smith approves, they will send Hendrick Boef to Glenview. Although there was initially talk of sending Victor Gladish, Pendleton is now convinced it will be better to assign him to Kitchener with the understanding that the society will provide board and lodging. Pendleton hopes Smith...

Scope and Contents Typed letter from N.D. Pendleton to Rev. Gilbert Haven Smith in Glenview, IL, USA. Pendleton regrets Smith’s choice not to attend the 1928 General Assembly in London and hopes this decision is not final. He writes, “At times the Church calls to us for a high idealism and an extraordinary effort. While I would not attempt to persuade you against your will, yet I am convinced that your real will is to go, and that the things standing in the way may prove removable.” He has already suggested...

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Typed letter from N.D. Pendleton to Rev. Gilbert Haven Smith in Glenview, IL, USA. Text: “I can only say with reference to your note of June 20th, that I hope the Cunard Line can make suitable arrangements for you. If not, there is nothing left us but to regret the circumstances which have made it impossible for you to attend the Assembly.” Names mentioned: Cunard

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Typed letter from N.D. Pendleton to Rev. Gilbert Haven Smith in Glenview, IL, USA. Pendleton discusses his travel plans for the Glenview Assembly; He will arrive at Grand Central Station at 9am on October 12th, and he would like to have breakfast with Smith if possible. Names mentioned: Mrs. (Nora Potts) Smith

Scope and Contents Typed letter from N.D. Pendleton to Rev. Glendower C. Ottley in London, England. Pendleton informs Ottley that there will be an International Church Council in Bryn Athyn next June. He had the idea for this council while in South Africa overseeing the reception of the Durban Society into the General Church, and the idea was reinforced when Ottley and Rev. Tilson joined the General Church. Writing about this Council, Pendleton comments, “You will agree with me, I am sure, that the need of the...

Scope and Contents Typed letter from N.D. Pendleton to Rev. Glendower C. Ottley in London, England. Pendleton has received Ottley’s letter of March 16th with enclosures. Pendleton is preparing to depart on his Spring trip, and he looks forward to seeing Ottley in Bryn Athyn in June for the International Church Council. Pendleton would like to discuss Ottley’s forwarded correspondence with Mr. Presland, but he does not currently have the time. Pendleton has been discussing travel plans with Mr. Tilson; The...