Scope and Contents Typed letter from N.D. Pendleton to Rev. Gustaf Baeckström in Stockholm, Sweden. Pendleton acknowledges Baeckstrom's letter of May 24th. Pendleton is interested in Baeckstrom's visit to Gothenburg; Pendleton does not feel Gothenburg could support itself as an independent organization of the Church yet, so for now he thinks it is best to have the people there join with the Circle in Stockholm. Miss (Senta) Centervall's boat was wrecked off the coast of Newfoundland as she was sailing to...

Scope and Contents Typed letter from N.D. Pendleton to Rev. Gustaf Baeckström in Stockholm, Sweden. Pendleton acknowledges Baeckstrom’s letter of Dec. 10th. Pendleton is glad to hear of Baeckstrom’s missionary success with lectures and book sales, but he writes that if the work becomes too much for Baeckstrom, it is more important to focus on building up permanent church centers. Pendleton will take the matter of financial aid to the Extension Committee. Pendleton has read a translation of the article on the...

Scope and Contents Typed letter from N.D. Pendleton to Rev. Gustaf Baeckström in Stockholm, Sweden. In a letter written to Mrs. (Beatrice) Pendleton from Miss (Senta) Centervall, Pendleton has heard that Baeckstrom is suffering from over-exertion due to his missionary efforts. Pendleton thinks Baeckstrom needs a break, and he suggests Baeckstrom come to America in the spring for rest and a change. In June, they are hoping to hold an important Council meeting in Bryn Athyn to consider how best to promote the...

Scope and Contents Typed letter from N.D. Pendleton to Rev. Gustaf Baeckström in Stockholm, Sweden. Pendleton reports that plans are going forward for an International Church Council in Bryn Athyn in June. Pendleton has been interested in the idea of an international council ever since Mr. Ottley and Mr. Tilson joined the General Church. The thought first came to him on the occasion of the Durban Society’s admission into the General Church. Pendleton believes the success of the Academy movement will “depend...

Scope and Contents Typed letter from N.D. Pendleton to Rev. Gustaf Baeckström in Stockholm, Sweden. Pendleton acknowledges Baeckstrom’s letter of Sept. 16th which he read with “interest and sympathetic solicitude.” Pendleton writes that he will answer it as soon as the Executive Committee can meet, noting that the Extension Committee no longer exists. Academy attendance is greater this year than ever before; They have about 225 pupils, and the boys’ dorm is so full that 7 of the older boys had to be moved to...

Scope and Contents Typed letter from N.D. Pendleton to Rev. Gustaf Baeckström in Stockholm, Sweden. Pendleton has just returned from his Fall trip to Pittsburgh, Cincinnati, Chicago, and Glenview. The Executive Committee met while Pendleton was away and were able to increase the Church’s financial contribution to Baeckstrom’s support. Pendleton hopes the amount given will be enough to carry out the policy they have agreed upon. Pendleton reminds Baeckstrom that they are not opposed to missionary work but...

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Typed letter from N.D. Pendleton to Rev. Hendrik W. Boef in Los Angeles, CA, USA. Pendleton acknowledges Boef’s letter of Nov. 6th. Pendleton will pass along Boef’s request for increased income to the Executive Committee. Pendleton has just returned from a successful trip to South Africa; A full account of this trip will appear in the Life. Pendleton is sympathetic to Boef’s desire to get married in the near future, and he hopes Providence will allow him to do so.

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Typed letter from N.D. Pendleton to Rev. Hendrik W. Boef in Los Angeles, CA, USA. Boef’s request for increased income was granted last night at the Executive Committee meeting; Mr. Hyatt will be in touch regarding the details. Pendleton hopes this aid, along with the added strength from Boef’s upcoming marriage, will help Boef be successful in his work for the Los Angeles Society.

Scope and Contents Typed letter from N.D. Pendleton to Rev. Hendrik W. Boef in Los Angeles, CA, USA. Pendleton has revived Boef’s letter and reports of Jan. 13th. Boef’s suggestion that he take over responsibility for the General Church members in California will be considered by the Executive Committee at its next meeting. Pendleton will support this idea if suitable arrangements can be made. Pendleton is happy to hear that Boef’s health continues to improve, and he hopes Boef’s wife, Virginia, is also well....

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Typed letter from N.D. Pendleton to Rev. Hendrik W. Boef in Los Angeles, CA, USA. The Executive Committee will meet and consider Boef’s request on Nov. 13th. Pendleton reports that they would like to have Boef at the Mid-year meetings and will contribute $237 for traveling expenses. Pendleton hopes Boef will be able to accept, but he understands if circumstances after the recent birth of Boef’s son prevent him from being away from home. Names mentioned: Virginia (Boef)