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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...

Scope and Contents Typed letter from N.D. Pendleton to Rev. Gilbert Haven Smith in Glenview, IL, USA. Pendleton discusses plans for the upcoming District Assembly in Glenview. He will be in Pittsburgh from Oct. 10th to 12th and will then travel to Glenview to preside over the Assembly from the 17th to 19th. After the Assembly, Pendleton would like to arrange a meeting with the members of the Sharon Church, perhaps on the following Monday or Tuesday evening. He is currently a bit “travel weary” but he will be...

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