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Typed letter from N.D. Pendleton to Rev. Karl R. Alden in Toronto, Canada. General Chruch letterhead. Copy attached. Pendleton writes that Alden's letter of Nov. 18th was cause for rejoicing, and they have already received the application of Dr. and Mrs. McFall for membership in the General Church. Pendleton thanks Alden for agreeing to preach in Bryn Athyn during the February ministers' meetings, and sends love to Ersa (Alden).

Scope and Contents Handwritten letter from N.D. Pendleton to Rev. Karl R. Alden in Toronto, Canada. General Church letterhead. Typed copy attached on Olivet Society letterhead. Pendleton acknowledges Alden's letter of March 6th. Pendleton discusses the situation in Toronto; Pendleton will speak to the Toronto society at a later date, because if he comes now, nothing will be accomplished except a drawn out fight; Rudolph Potts has informed Pendleton that many in the Toronto Society believe Alden was called to...

Scope and Contents Typed letter from N.D. Pendleton to Rev. Karl R. Alden's wife, Ersa Alden, in Toronto, Canada. Pendleton writes that the wedding of Marion (Childs Pendleton?) has been accomplished, and now he has time to express his "very keen pleasure" at staying overnight in Toronto with Ersa and Karl (Alden). Pendleton gave a happy report of Ersa's circumstances to her mother. Pendleton is looking foreward to seeing Karl in Bryn Athyn for the ministers' meetings, and is sorry that Ersa cannot come with...

Scope and Contents Typed letter from N.D. Pendleton to Rev. Llewellyn W. T. David in Kitchener, ON, Canada. Pendleton is concerned by David’s letter of Sept. 27th; Pendleton believes the stand taken by some members of the Kitchener society presents a challenge to the Church’s order of government, and he approves of the actions taken by David in offering his resignation as pastor. Pendleton suggests David make his resignation public. Pendleton will discuss further steps to be taken with David and the “leading...

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Typed letter from N.D. Pendleton to Rev. Llewellyn W. T. David in Kitchener, ON, Canada. Pendleton has written to Mr. Rudolph Roschman and Dr. Schnarr about when to start actively considering the choice of pastor for the Kitchener Society. Pendleton had thought they could wait until spring, but other pastoral changes are occurring within the Church, and the Kitchener Society may want to start considering their options now.

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Typed letter from N.D. Pendleton to Rev. Norman H. Reuter in Glenview, IL, USA. Pendleton asks what Reuter would think about the possibility of being transferred to Wyoming. He writes, “I have reason to believe that the people at Wyoming would be glad to have you, if satisfactory arrangements can be made.”

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Typded letter from N.D. Pendleton to Rev. Norman H. Reuter in Glenview, IL, USA. Pendleton informs Reuter that, should he be willing to relocate to the Wyoming Circle in Ohio, the Church and the Circle combined can offer him a salary of $1,200 per year. Pendleton hopes Reuter will accept, “as I believe it will lead to good results, both for you and for the church.”

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Typed letter from N.D. Pendleton to Rev. Norman H. Reuter in Glenview, IL, USA. Pendleton is glad Reuter has decided to relocate to Wyoming, Ohio. He hopes this move will be beneficial to both the Church and Reuter. Reuter should write to Mr. Merrell to inform him of his decision. Pendleton does not know the details of how Reuter’s salary will be paid; He will have the treasurer write and arrange the matter with Merrell. Names mentioned: Mr. (Charles?) Merrell, Mr. (Hubert) Hyatt

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Typed letter from N.D. Pendleton to Rev. Norman H. Reuter in Wyoming, OH, USA. Pendleton asks if Reuter will preach in Bryn Athyn on the Sunday evening following the Midyear Meetings.

Scope and Contents Typed letter from N.D. Pendleton to Rev. Norman H. Reuter in Wyoming, OH, USA. Pendleton acknowledges receipt of Reuter’s letter. He looks forward to hearing the results of Reuter’s missionary undertaking. There has recently been discussion regarding the position of assistant pastor of the Pittsburgh Society; Pendleton writes, “As you suggest, the Assembly will afford an occasion for a talk, and perhaps a decision can then be arrived at between those of us who are most nearly concerned,...