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• CZHN : Gordon Zahn : Manuscripts


• CZHN Series : Documents Arranged Chronologically
• CZHN 2/01721 Quote : Thoreau, Henry David 1849
  A quote taken from Thoreau commenting upon the American involvement in the Mexican War with an attached list of individuals refusing to pay their taxes in protest of support of the Vietnam War. ~ Thoreau says that "If a thousand men were not to pay their tax-bills this year, that would not be a violent and bloody measure, as it would be to pay them."
• CZHN 3/04439 Document : Milwaukee Public Schools 1928
  Fifth Grade Report card
• CZHN 5/06423 Flyer : List: Members of Congress who may be likely to co-sponsor the Military Conscientious Objector Act. 192?
• CZHN 3/04290 Correspondence : Roth, M. N. 1936/0412
  A letter to Gordon Zahn. ~ He has read Gordon's letter in the column "From the People," and he commends Gordon for the manner in which he answered R. A. Crosby. He agrees that "the last war was the greatest farce history has known," and one cannot fight a war to end wars.
• CZHN 3/04448 Document : Gordon Zahn 1936/1008
  Statement of Capitulation ~ A "contract" ~ Gordon apparently supported the Giants over the Yankees. He signs over the spoils of victory to Wilhemina Hollander (and company).
• CZHN 5/07386 Text : Francis X. Talbot, S.J. - typed text excerpt 1937/0501
  Taken from "Further Reflections on the Spanish Situation": Talbot replies to George N. Shuster of "Commonweal" about the Spanish Civil War.
• CZHN 10/13404 Archival Finding Aid : Marquette University Memorial Library Department of Special Collections and University Archives: "Association for the Sociology of Religion (ASR) Archives" 1938
  Background on the ASR, a series inventory for the ASR, a Scope an Content Note, and a Content Listing.
• CZHN 10/13059 Encyclical : Pope Pius XI - Humani Generis Unitas (The Ineditum), never promulgated because of his death. 1938-1939
  On the unity of the human race, against racism, antisemitism, and persecution of the Jews; the Church's right to speak "by her pastoral mission", a historical explanation of the origins of the disorder from which society is now suffering, and analysis of the family, environment and other social factors relating to the separation and unity of the human race.
• CZHN 7/09296 Correspondence : Gordon Zahn - Letter to the Editor 1938/0920
  News to the editor that the editorial attitude of the paper during the present European situation was a disappointment ~ Boston, MA
• CZHN 10/12914 Address : Raymond Murray - Transcript of a Presidential Address by Murray in 1939 1939
  He touches on subjects of sociology and its interaction with Catholic religion, the philosophies in the field and the direction the field is moving into. ~ IL
• CZHN 1/00837 Correspondence : Most likely: Gordon Zahn 1939
  A letter addressed: "Dear Sir" (Mr. Roosevelt) ~ He reviews the Neutrality Act. He believes our nation can escape foreign warfare as long as we remain true to the Non-interventional stand passed down from the "greatest American patriot," George Washington.
• CZHN 3/03180 Essay : Alfred, U. 1939
  "Conscientious Objectors: Theological Notes" ~ An essay about Catholic CO's. The first page of the four page essay is missing. ~ The essay chronologically documents the CO movement beginning in 1887 and ending in 1936. It ends with the definition of a just war and a statement of the unlikelihood of a modern day just war. ~ Religious Educator ~ 7 ~ 7 ~ April 1939 ~ 123-133 ~ San Fransisco, California ~ Sacred Heart High School
• CZHN 3/04443 Correspondence : Gordon Zahn 1939/0102
  A letter to the Hollander family ~ A "haven't seen you in a while, how are you?" letter describing some baseball games.
• CZHN 3/04317 Correspondence : Gordon Zahn 1939/0917
  A letter sent to the Milwaukee Journal. ~ The President has called Congress into special session in an effort to substitute a "cash and carry" program for our present arms embargo. Gordon feels it is the public's duty to make known to their representatives that they want neutrality not intervention.
• CZHN 3/04301 Document : Article: 1940
  Yes, Conscription in a Democracy ~ A column appearing in the Milwaukee Journal. ~ A column about the issues of compulsory military training. It is a direct answer to Gordon's letter. The column attacks Gordon's position and characterizes him as "un-American."
• CZHN 1/00838 Correspondence : Gordon Zahn 1940
  A letter addressed: "My dear girls" (probably the Hollanders) ~ "Ladies in Retirement" is the best play he has ever seen. He went to the field museum.
• CZHN 3/04306 Correspondence : Gordon Zahn 1940
  A letter to Dr. Carlton and Ernestine Brehmer to answer questions about the passage of the Conscription Bill. ~ Gordon is encouraged to know that there are many who believe in peace and that democracy can be preserved through peace. He intends to declare himself as a conscientious objector and to remove himself in a legal, American manner from participation in the undemocratic program if he is called to actual training.
• CZHN 3/04300 Correspondence : Gordon Zahn 1940
  A letter to the Editorial Staff of the Milwaukee Journal. ~ He is surprised the strong demands for compulsory military training, backed by the thinly-veiled insults directed at those who differ with the Journal have not "brought forth an avalanche of adverse opinion."
• CZHN 1/00842 Correspondence : Probably Gordon Zahn - A letter to President Roosevelt on June 8, 1940. 1940
  He accuses Roosevelt of deliberately crucifying anyone who has dared to openly oppose him. He says that the President has committed an act of war against Germany by subsidizing the Allied air force through the transfer of navy planes.
• CZHN 1/00834 Poem : Signed: "Anon and Anon" 1940
  A happy birthday poem to Jerry. ~ The poem talks about Jerry's smile, charm, and sweetness.
• CZHN 3/04314 Correspondence : Gordon Zahn 1940/0605
  A letter addressed to dear sirs. ~ Gordon states there is a lack of isolationist opinion in in the newspaper's column. He questions the press's free coverage of public opinion. He is against Hitler's wars, but he does not agree with the U. S. joining the decaying empires of Europe.
• CZHN 3/04340 Correspondence : Gordon Zahn 1940/0608
  A letter to the Senator. ~ A letter expressing his objections to force military training upon the youth of the nation. Defense at the cost of the nation's ideals is defeat.
• CZHN 3/04313 Correspondence : La Follette, Robert Jr. 1940/0613
  A letter to Grodon Zahn from the U. S. Senate Committee on Finance. ~ He also agrees with Gordon that the U. S. should stay out of this war. He favours defense of the U. S, but not sending troops overseas to fight.
• CZHN 3/04312 Correspondence : Dorothy Scott 1940/0717
  A letter to Gordon Zahn. ~ The Times thanks Gordon for his calm and thoughtful letter of June 5th giving his views on the war abroad and the wisest course of action for the U. S.
• CZHN 3/04310 Correspondence : Gordon Zahn 1940/0717
  A letter to the Editors of Time. ~ In response to the Time statement that the U. S. is the only country which hasn't turned to conscription, Gordon states the fact that the U. S. is the only major democracy that has not become a military dictatorship.
• CZHN 3/04307 Correspondence : James K. Phillips 1940/0723
  A letter addressed to dear friends. ~ They are calling for the Emergency Peace Mobilization to be held in Chicago, August 31 and September 1 and 2. Each organization is urged to send several carloads of both visitors and delegates. They are looking for help in for the entire event.
• CZHN 3/04308 Correspondence : Gordon Zahn 1940/0801
  A letter to James K. Phillips of the Wisconsin Committee of the Emergency Peace Mobilization early in August, 1940. ~ He thanks James for the invitation to the Emergency Peace Mobilization but unfortunately he is unable to attend. He emphasizes that all stigma of foreign elements and doctrines should be removed carefully to eliminate anti-American tendencies so as to aid the success of the "mass meeting."
• CZHN 3/04302 Correspondence : Gordon Zahn 1940/0805
  A letter to both the Milwaukee Journal and Senator LaFollette. ~ He feels entitled to a defense from the Milwaukee's forum column. He says the column is a personal attack. His sole purpose of writing was to defend established American principles and liberties.
• CZHN 3/04309 Correspondence : Dymond, A. E. 1940/0809
  A letter to Gordon Zahn. ~ He takes an opposite position to Gordon regarding conscription. He believes that once Hitler has defeated Europe, America is next. Conscription will not ruin democracy.
• CZHN 3/04311 Correspondence : Elgar, Ann 1940/0925
  A letter in responce to Gordon's July 17 letter from Time. ~ Since Gordon's letter conscription has been approved and the editor hopes the nation will not become a military dictatorship as Gordon descirbed.
• CZHN 10/12915 Listing : American Catholic Sociological Society - Statement regarding the Society and listing of positions. 1940?
  States the brief history of the Society and its upcoming Second Annual Convention, listing the names and positions of those involved. ~ IL
• CZHN 1/00743 Correspondence : A letter to Gordon. 1940s
  Called Lyle and delivered Gordon's message. Had a letter from a fellow in the Air Corps in India.
• CZHN 1/00814 Correspondence : Annette - A letter to Gordon. 1940s
  Perry is getting a furlough for Christmas. she's been sick.
• CZHN 1/00819 Correspondence : Annie - A letter to Gordon. 1940s
  Gordon has been elected co-op secretary and co-op director.
• CZHN 1/00734 Correspondence : Annie - A letter to Gordon. 1940s
  She speaks about Effie and Irene. She thanks Gordon for telling her about Tom Wolfe.
• CZHN 1/00736 Correspondence : Annie - A letter to Gordon. 1940s
  She wishes she could go to New York for New Year's Eve. She had a good Thanksgiving, but Gordon was missed.
• CZHN 1/00741 Correspondence : Edna - A letter to Gordon. 1940s
  She says that Mom's been working hard and becomes extremely tired in the evenings. She's glad Gordon's gaining weight.
• CZHN 1/00787 Correspondence : Fanny - A letter to Gordon. 1940s
  Gordon's letter cheered her up. She misses him. She finished Wolfe's book and loved it.
• CZHN 1/00729 Correspondence : Fern - A letter to Gordon. 1940s
  She has seen a couple of shows and had a boring date.
• CZHN 1/00731 Correspondence : Fern - A letter to Gordon. 1940s
  She wants to know if Gordon received her earlier letter. She got new glasses.
• CZHN 1/00793 Correspondence : Gerry - A letter to Gordon. 1940s
  She talks about scandals: Errol Flynn and Frances Farmer.
• CZHN 1/00753 Correspondence : Irene - A letter to Gordon. 1940s
  She is planning to quit her job. Annie and Gerry send their love. She wants to know: "Why do they even have people on this Earth who can't drink?"
• CZHN 1/00740 Correspondence : Millie - A letter to Gordon. 1940s
  Jerry is busy with work. John McGrath left for the army Nov. 25, and Lyle leaves Nov. 27.
• CZHN 1/00732 Correspondence : Ruby - A letter to Gordon. 1940s
  Irene and Arno fought about the war for two hours at Ruby's house. She hopes Gordon receives his furlough.
• CZHN 1/00746 Correspondence : Ruby - A letter to Gordon. 1940s
  She hasn't been drinking in 6 days. She's been trying to talk Irene into going to the show.
• CZHN 1/00784 Correspondence : Ruby - A letter to Gordon. 1940s
  She talks about seeing mutual friends. She hopes he can get a furlough for Christmas.
• CZHN 1/00813 Correspondence : Ruby - A letter to Gordon. 1940s
  She wrote for his reservations to the theater (for his stay in New York).
• CZHN 1/00742 Correspondence : Vivian - A letter to Gordon. 1940s
  She has the stomache flu and will have to miss the concert. She talks about Christmas and Winnie.
• CZHN 1/00783 Correspondence : Vivian - A letter to Gordon. 1940s
  She wrote a feature article: "What Price Peace?"
• CZHN 7/09317 Correspondence : Gordon Zahn - Letter to Mr. President 1941
  Personal note on the peace with Hitler and also his questions regarding Roosevelt's promise of continued neutrality ~ Milwaukee, WI
• CZHN 1/00722 Correspondence : Hank - A letter to Gordon. 1941
  He tells Gordon that men in the military service are not allowed to take part in any movement against the policy of the government. There was a dance in the mess hall on Halloween where he danced with a girl.
• CZHN 1/01064 Correspondence : Hank - A letter to Gordon. 1941
  In Portland, for a while, Hank was eating steaks once every 2 weeks and pie 2-3 times a week. The men from Portland have a hard task--they take a company of combat engineers and make expert typographic engineers out of them in a short period of time.
• CZHN 1/01067 Correspondence : Henry - A letter to Gordon. 1941
  He is stationed in California. He explains various army practice drills and tactics.
• CZHN 7/09320 Newspaper Article : Joseph Mills - "Gnats and Camels" 1941
  Mills personal criticism on Zahn's latest letter to The Journal in which he claims that the American people are "Struggling for Independence" ~ Walworth, WI
• CZHN 7/09313 Note : Gordon Zahn - Personal note on the Times advertisement (article). 1941
  Note discussing his reactions to the article. ~
• CZHN 7/09305 Telegram : Gordon Zahn and other supporters - Telegram to Representative Thad Wasielewski 1941
  View that Wasielewski's vote will show whether he keeps Roosevelt's peace promise or betrays the people who elected both of them ~ Milwaukee, WI
• CZHN 3/04436 Official Correspondence : Draft Board / Gordon Zahn 1941-1943
  Draft Correspondence ~ A series of requests for Gordon to appear at the local draft board to consider his classification. One request to appear for a physical exam. A letter from his opthamologist stating his prescription. Also, includes Prayer of St. Francis. Significant: letter from Gordon stating reasons for trying to be reclassified from I-A to 4E-LS. Also a document granting 5 days furlough from a camp for religious objectors to visit New York. ~ 12/23/41-3/2/43
• CZHN 7/09307 Telegram : Gordon Zahn - Telegram to President Franklin Roosevelt 1941/0526
  Very brief telegram telling Roosevelt to act like an American President and not as a British subject. ~ Milwaukee, WI
• CZHN 7/09299 Correspondence : Gordon Zahn - Letter to the Journal (Milwaukee Journal?) 1941/0614
  His personal opinion on the latest charge being brought against the Americans as "dis-unity" ~ Milwaukee, WI
• CZHN 7/09302 Correspondence : Gordon Zahn - Letter to the Gentleman 1941/0628
  Letter again expressing his personal beliefs on the title "dreamers" given to America First expounded by Lindbergh and Wheeler. ~ Milwaukee, WI
• CZHN 7/09308 Correspondence : Chairman Lansing Hoyt - Letter to Gordon 1941/0630
  Letter asking Zahn to write Roosevelt requesting him to keep his pledge of peace and neutrality ~ Milwaukee, WI
• CZHN 7/09300 Correspondence : Gordon Zahn - Letter to the Representatives of the peace-loving citizens of Wisconsin. 1941/0720
  His views on the administration's practice of keeping pace with Hitler and also the need for neutrality proclaimed by President Roosevelt at the onset of the war. ~ Milwaukee, WI
• CZHN 7/09312 Magazine Advertisement (Article) : Russell Birdwell - "What the hell can we get out of this war"? 1941/0721
  Discussing what the nation can get out of the war. Also the view that Hitler must be killed because he is tarnishing every decent man and woman in the world. ~ New York City ~ Time Magazine
• CZHN 3/04291 Correspondence : Wiley, Alexander 1941/0723
  A letter to Gordon Zahn. ~ He thanks Gordon for his letter of July 20 regarding the Senate's foreign policy. Mr. Wiley assures Gordon that he does not favor any unwarranted surrender of Congressional power to the Chief Executive and that he will continue to be actively concerned with preventing involvement.
• CZHN 3/04292 Correspondence : Kwasiebborski, Adam S. 1941/0724
  A letter to Gordon Zahn. ~ Gordon's letter of July 20th, 1941 has been received in the absence of the Congressman from the City.
• CZHN 7/09314 Correspondence : Isabella Van Meter - Letter to Gordon 1941/0730
  Letter to Gordon regretting his wishes to cancel his subscription because they have not been able to publish his comments on Mr. Russell Birdwell's advertisment in Time's Letters column. ~ New York
• CZHN 7/09301 Correspondence : Thad. F. Wasielewski - Letter to Mr. Zahn. 1941/0731
  Letter on update to Gordon's letter explaining the plans of Roosevelt and the realities they are facing. ~ Milwaukee, WI
• CZHN 7/09316 Correspondence : Letter 1941/0808
  Discussing the faith in the President, but how could they deny the policies in regard to the Russian invasion as a direct violation of his promise. ~ Milwaukee, WI
• CZHN 7/09315 Correspondence : Gordon Zahn - Letter to Miss Isabella Van Meter 1941/0809
  Zahn's discussion on "Jim" as being the organ of the world, but with such a little moral level. ~ Boston, MA / Milwaukee, WI
• CZHN 7/09309 Correspondence : Mary Jane Gray - Letter to Gordon 1941/0908
  Letter to Gordon from the book of the month club stating that among the many books published in a month, when it cannot be fitted in they try to get it in as a dividend. ~ New York, NY
• CZHN 3/04298 Correspondence : Gordon Zahn 1941/1024
  A letter addressed to "Gentlemen." ~ Gordon defends his membership in the "America-First Committee," and the integrity of all the members in the organization. They are opposed to a union with Britain now and ever.
• CZHN 7/09319 Correspondence : An American Family - Letter to Gordon 1941/1028
  Letter of congratulations to Zahn for his recent article in the "From the People Column" ~ Milwaukee, WI
• CZHN 7/09321 Newspaper Article : Gordon Zahn - "Struggling for Independence" 1941/1028
  Zahn's declaration as a proud member of the America First Committee. ~ Milwaukee, WI
• CZHN 7/09323 Card : J. W. Cotter? - to Gordon Zahn. 1941/1029
  Discussing his satisfaction with Zahn's letter in the Journal. ~ Milwaukee, WI
• CZHN 7/09322 Card : Mr. and Mrs. J. Herman? - to Gordon 1941/1029
  A card of applause to Zahn for speaking his mind at the America First meeting and also to The Journal ~ Milwaukee, WI
• CZHN 7/09304 Correspondence : Gordon Zahn - Letter to the House of Representatives 1941/1029
  Zahn's view that they should stop and realize the fact that the course they are endorsing will inevitably lead to war. ~ Milwaukee, WI
• CZHN 3/04339 Correspondence : Gordon Zahn 1941/1029
  A letter addressed to dear sir. ~ A letter to the representative of his district to express his views against intervention in the war.
• CZHN 3/04297 Correspondence : Gordon Zahn 1941/1030
  A letter addressed to "Gentlemen." ~ Gordon thanks the editorial staff for the "partial publication" of his recent letter. Gordon states that his justification for insistence upon non-intervention is based not on idealism alone, but on the very tangible truth that we sponsor the program that is backed by the only valid guide to the public's desires, a national election.
• CZHN 7/09303 Correspondence : Thad F. Wasielewski - Letter to Gordon 1941/1103
  A thank-you letter for his expression of opinion that is being considered in the Senate ~ Washington, DC
• CZHN 3/04285 Correspondence : Blank, A. W. 1941/1119
  A letter to Gordon Zahn. ~ He believes he has the same views of America's role in the war as Gordon. He is against the war in Europe.
• CZHN 3/04287 Correspondence : Gordon Zahn 1941/1210
  A letter to Mr. Hogt. ~ Gordon is resigning from the Young Peoples Group because it is against his principles to work for any organization that propagates the war at hand.
• CZHN 3/04299 Correspondence : Gordon Zahn 1941/1214
  A letter to the Directorates of the Milwaukee A Capella Choristers. ~ He expresses his disapproval of the decision announced in connection with the singing of "Widmug" in German. He believes it is an affront--not only against the members of their organization but also against their audience--to assume that prejudice will govern either the presentation or the reception of a concert number.
• CZHN 1/00990 Acknowledgement : A card regarding Freddie's funeral. 1942
  The card reads: "We wish to acknowledge with sincere thanks the kind expression of your sympathy."
• CZHN 1/00843 Correspondence : - A letter to Gordon. 1942
  The letter mentions Irene, Ethel, Wally and Ruth.
• CZHN 1/01595 Correspondence : A letter addressed: "Our dear, sweet, entertaining friends." 1942
  The letter is humorous--it jokes about drinking and makes a reference to Larry Stanton, Zahn, and Basset.
• CZHN 1/00760 Correspondence : A letter to Gordon. 1942
  Talks about Gordon's old girlfriend. Adele had another baby boy. The weather has been horrible.
• CZHN 1/00759b Correspondence : A letter to Gordon. 1942
  Talks about mutual friends. Enjoyed Gordon's article. Discusses Gordon's duties.
• CZHN 1/00790 Correspondence : A letter to Miss Bareshanks. 1942
  asking for love-life advice.
• CZHN 1/00839 Correspondence : A member of the Hollander family (maybe Irene) - A letter to Gordon. 1942
  They enjoyed his last letter. She talks about Effie, Annie, Gerry, and Ruby.
• CZHN 1/01066 Correspondence : Al - A letter to Gordon. 1942
  Al relents that they wouldn't be in this mess if it weren't for certain bodies. He doesn't want to argue with Gordon anymore about who's right or wrong. He feels like a completely different person now.
• CZHN 1/01057 Correspondence : Al - A letter to Gordon. 1942
  He states that every man is entitled to his opinion, yet he sounds bitter when he says "Just because you object to everything that I will someday be fighting for doesn't mean a thing to me." He is in charge of the school for drill instructors.
• CZHN 4/04880 Correspondence : Al. "Rocky" 1942
  Letter to Gordon Zahn. ~ Responding to a letter Gordon sent him. He's sorry to hear Gordon is having such a "tough break". Sorry to hear about Freddy and hopes it is not as bad as Gordon's letter made it seem. "He's too young to declare it a hopeless case. " He (Maurice) has gotten quite religious since being in Florida, receives Sacraments almost every week. Hears that he may be stationed overseas. Social life is going very well due to U. of Miami co-eds that are looking for a husband, but he's still in love with the girl back home, but the weenie roasts, etc. are free so why not? There is one man he admires, Lew Agres(?), he's more of a man than most in the Army and he cannot understand why the papers are "knocking him so much. " This is supposed to be a free country, where a man can believe as he likes. ~ 04/19 ~ Written from Miami Beach, Florida

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