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Handwritten letter from N.D. Pendleton to Bishop William F. Pendleton. Pendleton informs W.F.P. that the Pittsburgh Society is meeting to consider the matter of organization and incorporation, and he asks if W.F.P. would like to offer any input on the matter. Pendleton writes that his wife, Beatrice, is currently in Germantown with Harold and Grace recovering after an illness. Names mentioned: Beatrice (Walton Childs Pendleton), Harold (no surname given), Grace (no surname given)

Scope and Contents Handwritten letter from N.D. Pendleton to Bishop William F. Pendleton. Pendleton has just informed Mr. Cronlund that he will not be attending the upcoming ministers' meeting in Toronto. Pendleton’s daughter, Jean, has been sick with a fever, and Pendleton feels that one of her parents should stay with her in Pittsburgh. Pendleton has not informed his wife, Beatrice, of the situation as he wants her to enjoy her much needed time away. Names mentioned: Mr. (Emil) Cronlund, Jean (Lowrie...

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Handwritten letter from N.D. Pendleton to Bishop William F. Pendleton. Pendleton has received W.F.P.’s written notice recognizing Pendleton as a Bishop of the General Church. As there was some doubt as to Pendleton’s current standing, he read W.F.P.’s announcement from the pulpit to the Pittsburgh congregation.

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Handwritten letter from N.D. Pendleton to Bishop William F. Pendleton. Miss Beekman’s manuscripts have arrived in Pittsburgh, and the Philosophy Club will get to work transcribing them immediately. Unless Pendleton hears otherwise, he will assume the next Consistory meeting will be on January 14th. Names mentioned: Miss (Lillian Grace) Beekman

Scope and Contents Handwritten letter from N.D. Pendleton to Bishop William F. Pendleton. Although the date is earlier than expected, Pendleton will be able to attend the next Consistory meeting. Pendleton thinks Mr. David will serve as a fine replacement in Pittsburgh during his absence over the summer. The itinerary for Pendleton’s trip around Europe depends on Alfred Stroh’s movements; He needs this information as soon as possible so that he may inform the societies of his schedule. Pendleton is enclosing a...

Scope and Contents Handwritten letter from N.D. Pendleton to Bishop William F. Pendleton. Pendleton was glad to learn of the Consistory’s favorable attitude regarding his proposed relocation to Bryn Athyn. There are signs that the Executive Committee and the Board of Directors will approve as well. If W.F.P. is unable to make his planned trip to Pittsburgh, Pendleton will come to Bryn Athyn instead. He may decide to bring Beatrice so they can look at housing options together, in the event that they are...

Scope and Contents Handwritten letter from N.D. Pendleton to Bishop William F. Pendleton. Pendleton met with Mr. Pitcairn who informed him that the Academy and Consistory have voted on the matter of Pendleton’s proposed transfer to Bryn Athyn. A meeting of the General Church Executive Committee is scheduled for Dec. 13th for the same purpose. Pendleton will plan to visit W.F.P. in Bryn Athyn after the 13th. Pendleton has discussed his potential relocation with the Church Committee in Pittsburgh; They responded...

Scope and Contents Handwritten letter from N.D. Pendleton to Bishop William F. Pendleton. Pendleton read the enclosed announcement regarding his impending transfer to Bryn Athyn aloud to the Pittsburgh congregation after the Sunday service. They held a Church Committee meeting to begin discussing Pendleton’s replacement. The majority of the committee favors calling Gilbert (Smith), and the minority favors Homer (Synnestvedt). The general thought of the Committee is that the Society will prefer Synnestvedt,...

Scope and Contents Handwritten letter from N.D. Pendleton to Bishop William F. Pendleton. Sentiments in the Pittsburgh society have changed; Homer (Synnestvedt) is now the Society’s first choice for pastor, followed by Eldred (Iungerich) and Gilbert (Smith). Gilbert was previously favored by the Committee, but opinions changed after his ability was questioned. Although there is some doubt over whether Gilbert will accept a call to Pittsburgh, Pendleton sent him a message last night asking if he would consider...