Scope and Contents Handwritten letter from N.D. Pendleton to Bishop William F. Pendleton. Pendleton requests W.F.P. notify him when the hymns have been published and are ready for delivery; He anticipates the introduction of the hymns to the Pittsburgh society “will not please all” and he is “not disposed to stir in the matter” until they are “ready for action.” Pendleton reports that the Pittsburgh society school has now opened for the year, and he has been encouraged by Miss Esther so far. Pendleton is sorry...

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Handwritten letter from N.D. Pendleton to Bishop William F. Pendleton. Pendleton argues against holding too many meetings in connection with the Assembly, as he feels this will negatively impact the young people’s ability to attend due to the expense of remaking in Bryn Athyn after school closing. Names mentioned: Luelle (Pendleton), Philo (Philola C. Pendleton), Edmund (William Edmund Pendleton)

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Handwritten letter from N.D. Pendleton to Bishop William F. Pendleton. Pendleton must refuse both Mr. Pitcairn’s and W.F.P.’s invitations: The Pittsburgh Society’s annual meeting is scheduled for the 15th, and therefore he will be unable to be in Bryn Athyn on the 14th. Pendleton hopes that Amena’s travels in California will be a benefit to her. Names mentioned: Mr. Pitcairn, Amena (Pendleton)

Scope and Contents Handwritten letter from N.D. Pendleton to Bishop William F. Pendleton. The Erie Society has proposed a plan for inviting Pendleton to hold Sunday worship in Erie four times per year. The matter was discussed by the Pittsburgh Church Committee, and it was not considered very favorably. The Committee would like to know if the Pittsburgh Society will be expected to cover the cost of securing a substitute in Pendleton’s absence, or if the General Church would take on this responsibility....

Scope and Contents Handwritten letter from N.D. Pendleton to Bishop William F. Pendleton. Pendleton will present for approval W.F.P.’s proposed time for the Pittsburgh District Assembly at the next Committee meeting. As the Assembly will interfere with the administration of Holy Supper, Pendleton suggests an alternate schedule which would still allow for five Holy Suppers during the year. Regarding the matter of a hymn-board, Pendleton suggests they commission several to be made in the same design. The...

Scope and Contents Handwritten letter from N.D. Pendleton to Bishop William F. Pendleton. The Erie circle has requested that Pendleton visit and preach for them at least four times per year. The Pittsburgh Society has agreed to give Pendleton up on occasion, provided that a replacement can be found to fill the pulpit. Pendleton asks if W.F.P. has any input on the matter. Pendleton has received a letter from Rev. Gladish asking if Pendleton is willing to pay a pastoral visit to Cincinnati; Mrs. Gladish has been...

Scope and Contents Handwritten letter from N.D. Pendleton to Bishop William F. Pendleton. Pendleton is satisfied with the solution to the Erie matter; He will communicate with Mr. Brickman and Dr. Cranch about it. Pendleton has received letters from Mr. Gladish and Colon Schott asking him to visit Cincinnati. Mr. Gladish is unable to minister to Cincinnati owing to a case of scarlet fever in his family. Pendleton will arrange to make the trip once Beatrice returns home from her vacation. The Pittsburgh...

Scope and Contents Handwritten letter from N.D. Pendleton to Bishop William F. Pendleton. Pendleton has not yet heard from Erie regarding his upcoming visit. Mr. Gladish would like Pendleton to make an additional stop in Columbus on his way to Cincinnati, but Columbus has not contacted Pendleton directly about this. During his recent visit to Renovo, Pendleton reports finding significant dissatisfaction with Mr. Whitehead’s work there over the summer, especially from Joe Kendig. Pendleton told the members that...

Scope and Contents Handwritten letter from N.D. Pendleton to Bishop William F. Pendleton. With regret, Pendleton turns down the position offered by the Board of Directors; He feels he would like the work, but the salary is significantly less than his current income. Additionally, it would place a great strain on Beatrice, however much she would enjoy living in Bryn Athyn. Both Pendleton and Beatrice would make any sacrifice necessary for the Church, but Pendleton does not feel that this is warranted in this...

Scope and Contents Handwritten letter from N.D. Pendleton to Bishop William F. Pendleton. Earlier the same day, Pendleton wrote to W.F.P. and Mr. Doering rejecting the position in Bryn Athyn offered by the Board of Directors as the salary offered was too low. After having added up receipts, Pendleton has now calculated that his income for the previous year was $3,092.50, and so the proposed salary would represent about a 1/3rd reduction of income. As things are, Pendleton struggles to put aside even a small...