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• CZHN 3/03979 Correspondence : Gordon Zahn 1957/0426
  A letter to the Hollanders. ~ Zahn writes after a few glasses of wine. He returned home to listen to the baseball game, but it was rained out and Armed Forces Radio broadcasted a contest to determine who the King of Rock n' Roll was. Bill Haley beat Elvis Presley. Zahn also asks about Susie's confirmation and the details regarding that.
• CZHN 8/11208 Correspondence : Jim - Letter to Gordon 1957/0426
  He received a proof of Gordon's letter and discusses what he agrees and disagrees with, agreeing with Gordon's statement that pacificism is confused with many other things, being dragged down as a result. He asked though, that Gordon re-evaluate the CW's position on WWII. ~ St Cloud, MN
• CZHN 3/03980 Correspondence : Gordon Zahn 1957/0428
  A letter to the Hollanders. ~ Zahn writes about the areas that he has been traveling, primarily Muenchen. He has also been listening to a great deal of televsion programs over Armed Forces Radio and he is not impressed. Zahn sends a cross for Susie's Confirmation in this letter.
• CZHN 3/03981 Correspondence : Gordon Zahn 1957/0428
  A letter to the Hollanders. ~ Zahn writes about the fact that the Hollanders have not been writing him letters and threatens to end the one way correspondence. He also writes about different locations in Germany and has found that he actually enjoys the Hofbrau House now that he has gone where the common people go which is the first floor of the building.
• CZHN 10/13338 Journal #1 : Gordon Zahn - Entry from April 29 - Wuerzburg 1957/0429
  Met with Dr. Holgapfil, the current editor of the Wuerzburg diocesan paper and also a priest. He brought with him some old copies of the paper from the wartime and Dr. Holgapfil told Gordon that during the war if a paper wanted to continue to be published the government ordered that they had a certain amount of "required content" that was patriotic to the Hitler Regime. In addition, Holgapfil gave examples of Gestapo action when publications did not comply with these rules.
• CZHN 10/13339 Journal #1 : Gordon Zahn - Entry from May 2 - Munich 1957/0502
  Met with Dr. Neuchauser, the author of "Kreug and Hahenkreug" who was also an assitant to Faulhaber prior to his long detention at Dachau. Neuchauser gave Gordon a book written by a priest who had been in Dachau relating the experiences of clergy in the concentration camps. He said that the Nazi's succeeded in virtually dictating free communication between the members of the Catholic hierarchy meaning that all important messages were under Nazi observation.
• CZHN 6/08448 Correspondence : Felix Hinz - Letter to Dr. Gordon Zahn 1957/0504
  Yes, by Clemens ~ Felix writes of the involvement and the state of the FDK (Alliance for Peace of German Catholics) during the war. Prof. Paulus Lenz-Mendoc tried to keep up the effort but it failed and he had to escape. Other organizations he mentioned that joined the FDK include: the Union of Catholic Men, Catholic Women Union, Quickborn Movement, Youth of Great Germany, Jungborn, Cross Union. He states that the issue of absolute conscientious objection of military service had never been incorporated into the program of the FDK.
• CZHN 6/08449 Correspondence : Georg Heidingsfelder - Letter to Gordon 1957/0506
  Yes, by Clemens ~ He has been fighting and writing against the Catholic Church's policy. He is considered a betrayer of the Catholic Church's policy. He makes mention of Bishop Franz Jowskij letters and role during the war. He was the military bishop and urged Catholics to actively create the Third Reich. He also warns that all of the documents disappeared and that the contemporary attitude of the church is to conceal everything. He tells him to contact Johannes and Josef Fleischer, who both opposed the war. ~ Meschede / Westfalen
• CZHN 10/13340 Journal #1 : Gordon Zahn - Entry from May 7 - Rome 1957/0507
  Met with Fr. Gundlach, who Gordon suspected might be responsible for the CO section of the Pope's Christmas message. He was not pleased when Gordon was describing to him the basis of his research. During their talk Gordon notes that two things became evident. The first was that Gundlach was not prepared to admit that the German Church leadership had done anything wrong and the second was that he would limit any attempt of Gordon's research by adding conditions that would make it impossible for him to continue. They also discusses his contradictory remarks about the Catholic Church, pacifism, and the Papal Christmas message.
• CZHN 6/08992 Correspondence : Archbishop-Bishop of Fargo Apostolic Nuncio - Letter to Dr. Zahn 1957/0508
  Thanks him for his response, although he did not feel that his previous comments did justice to his research capabilites. ~ Germany
• CZHN 10/13341 Journal #1 : Gordon Zahn - Entry from May 13 - Meitingen 1957/0513
  Met with Sr. Gertrude for the second time. Again Gordon was impressed by her total devotion to the memory of Dr. Metzger. They discussed at length the case of Brother Maurus and his connections to Brother Michael who was also executed. Then they discussed Brother Paulus and the famous letter written to Hitler by Metzger. Sr. Gertrude also noted her belief that the Nazi leadership and its domination of Germany was a form of demonic possession.
• CZHN 4/04943 Document : Gordon C. Zahn 1957/0518
  German Pacifists ~ 1 and 1/2 page article in America concerning the debate about Catholic pacifism in Germany. ~ Zahn briefly comments on the history of the pacifist movement in Germany, and then addresses the controversy in Germany that ensued after the Christmas Message from the Pope in 1956 that advocated war in the situation of self-defense, saying it could not be considered unlawful. Zahn explains both the radical and moderate pacifist positions and claims that the controversy obscures a serious theological question concerning the inviolability of individual conscience. Zahn states that conscientious doubts should not be resolved by giving unquestioning obedience to church superiors. ~ America ~ 232-233
• CZHN 3/03940 Correspondence : Gordon Zahn 1957/0519
  A letter to the Hollanders. ~ Zahn writes about Susie's Confirmation and wants to know how it went, who came, what gifts she received, how the party afterwards was, etc. He also discusses problems with packages that he has had sent home and tells a funny story about a singer at an amateur performance. The singer received some flowers from a member of the audience, and when the singer bowed the audience could see that there was a bottle of alcohol in the bouquet. Zahn thought that this was very funny.
• CZHN 3/03941 Correspondence : Gordon Zahn 1957/0521
  A letter to the Hollanders. ~ Zahn has three months left in Europe and is far behind in his work. He has to cut out some of his traveling due to his lack of time. He has also been very ill and thinks that he has pneumonia.
• CZHN 10/13342 Journal #1 : Gordon Zahn - Entry from May 22 - Wuerzburg 1957/0522
  Met with Nikolaus Fries, a former FDK member. He did not know anything about Brother Paulus. However, he did give a summary of his wartime service and through their conversation Gordon noted that it is evident that Fries has bitter feelings toward Bishop Matthias.
• CZHN 6/08447 Correspondence : Dr. Gordon Zahn - Letter to Professor Schollgen 1957/0523
  Wanted him to understand the premise of his inquiry. He states that he is studying social control not only from the totalitarian regime, but also the Catholic church leaders. ~ Bonn-Venusberg
• CZHN 6/08446 Correspondence : Prof. Dr. Schollgen - Letter to Gordon 1957/0523
  Yes, by Clemens ~ States that after the abolition of the FDK many professors belonging to the FDK were forced to retire. He also says that due to the fact that the German bishops were unable to make offical statements Germany was not able to gain objective insight into the situation of the war. ~ Bonn
• CZHN 6/08450 Correspondence : Felix Hinz - Letter to Gordon Zahn 1957/0527
  Yes, by Clemens ~ He wants to correct one of the questions Gordon asked. ~ Berlin
• CZHN 3/03942 Correspondence : Gordon Zahn 1957/0602
  A letter to the Hollanders. ~ Zahn has been touring the Loire Valley with Betty and Don. Although the chateaus and castles were in good condition, he was not impressed overall. He felt that the Main, the Necker, and the Rhein were far more impressive.
• CZHN 10/13117 Correspondence : Gordon Zahn - Letter to Rev. Thurston Davis, the editor of America 1957/0605
  States that he understands their decision to delete the second to last paragraph despite his disappointment in the reason given for the deletion. Then goes on to speak of more disagreements over the letter and asks for a response.
• CZHN 8/11206 Correspondence : Jim - Letter to Gordon 1957/0605
  He liked his article in America and hopes he is sent to Commonweal with a player deal. Discusses points he agreed with in the article, bringing up new points and commends Gordon's work. ~ St. Cloud, MN
• CZHN 3/03943 Correspondence : Gordon Zahn 1957/0606
  A letter to the Hollanders. ~ Zahn writes of an American that he has met and this gentleman's impression of Germany. It seems that this man does not like Germany and feels that the women have loose morals. He has dated six German women and has "had his way" with all six of them by the third date. Zahn also writes of his dislike of Rock n' Roll, specifically of Elvis Presley.
• CZHN 3/04091 Correspondence : Gordon Zahn 1957/0610
  A letter to the Hollanders. ~ Gordon had a good holiday. Ruby surprised Gordon as more sentimental at times than Gordon thought.
• CZHN 3/04090 Correspondence : Gordon Zahn 1957/0614
  A letter to the Hollanders. ~ Talks about baseball and what he's been doing lately.
• CZHN 6/08452 Correspondence : Father Lenz - Letter to Gordon Zahn 1957/0619
  Yes, by Clemens ~ Asking for help to finance his new edition of "Christus in Dachau." He is planning a trip to the U.S. in August to find support. ~ Vienna
• CZHN 6/08451 Correspondence : Father Lenz - Letter to Gordon Zahn 1957/0619
  Yes, by Clemens ~ Wants to set up a meeting. He says that without any doubt the German bishops fulfilled their Christian duty during the Nazi era. He believes that any abuses are the fault of the "impious system" of the government. ~ Vienna
• CZHN 6/08540 Correspondence : Gordon Zahn - Post Card addressed to Eluimal and Rheeis 1957/0622
  Says the weather was lovely, but he is lonely. Comments on a doll with a lovely voice but not as nice as Callas. ~ Koln
• CZHN 10/13343 Journal #1 : Gordon Zahn - Entry from June 23 - Bonn 1957/0623
  Met with Peter Buelholz, who was recommended to Gordon by Sr. Gertrude. He offered an illustration of Nazi war controls. He also loaned Gordon a copy of a memorial speech he made two years after Metzger's death. Gordon found him to be very agreeable, which led to an unproductive interview.
• CZHN 6/08453 Correspondence : Publishing House A. Laumann - Letter to Dr. Zahn 1957/0624
  Yes, by Clemens ~ Unable to answer any of his questions because their publishing house was destroyed by the Gestapo. ~ Dulmen / Westfalen, Germany
• CZHN 10/13344 Journal #1 : Gordon Zahn - Entry from June 24 - Bonn 1957/0624
  Met with Dr. Schoellgen, an active anti-pacifist who emphasized the importance of correctly evaluating the situation and placed a specific emphasis on the historical factors in Gordon's research. Then Dr. Schoellgen went into detail about some of the central factors that he thinks Zahn should explore. Gordon also brought up the treatment of the Jews during the war and Schoellgen denied haveing any knowledge of it. In addition, the he asserted that the Catholic Church supported Hitler purely out of fear of a communist takeover.
• CZHN 10/13346 Journal #1 : Gordon Zahn - Entry from June 25 - Bonn 1957/0625
  Met with Mr. Werthmann after he had intercepted a letter written by Gordon to the Cardinal asking to see a complete file of the letters of Bishop Rarbrowski. When they met, Werthmann gave material to Gordon on the Fleisher business and they discussed the case and who came to visit Fleisher while he was in prison.
• CZHN 10/13345 Journal #1 : Gordon Zahn - Entry from June 25 - Walderberg 1957/0625
  Meets with Pater Stratermann who brought two items he had recently written and commented on Gordon's writing by saying that he felt the bishops and other Catholic leaders had definitely failed the critical test that was WWII.
• CZHN 10/13347 Journal #1 : Gordon Zahn - Entry from June 26 - Bonn 1957/0626
  Reflects on the morning meeting with Werthmann and notes that he was surprised by his willingness and cooperation.
• CZHN 3/03877 Correspondence : Gordon Zahn 1957/0701
  A letter to the Hollanders. ~ Zahn is in Vienna enjoying the opera, the saunas and taking hikes around the city. He is also very impressed with the food and is enjoying himself a great deal.
• CZHN 10/13348 Journal #1 : Gordon Zahn - Entry from July 2 - Frankfurt 1957/0702
  Met with Mr. Herschmann who discussed with him the low number of men who took CO status during the war and also why theologians have not come forth to declare that the war was unjust. They also discussed the absence of a dedicated pacifist opposition in WWII and Catholic support for the war.
• CZHN 6/08991 Correspondence : Archbishop-Bishop of Fargo Apostolic Nuncio - Letter to Prof. Zahn 1957/0704
  Grieved by the attitude toward the Christmas Message of the Holy Father. Does not have time to respond to other questions. ~ Germany
• CZHN 10/13349 Journal #1 : Gordon Zahn - Entry from July 4 - Berlin 1957/0704
  Met with Sr. Maria Martha in the room last lived in by Brother Paulus. They discussed post-war affairs.
• CZHN 3/03878 Correspondence : Gordon Zahn 1957/0705
  A letter to the Hollanders. ~ Zahn is discussing problems with opera tickets which are so much like their experience at the Met. He also discusses the strange liking for pork fat in their food in the area.
• CZHN 10/13350 Journal #1 : Gordon Zahn - Entry from July 5 - Berlin 1957/0705
  Met with Felix Hing, one of the men credited with founding the FDK. Gave a brief history of the FDK and its end. Also gave Gordon some valuable resources.
• CZHN 10/13351 Journal #1 : Gordon Zahn - Entry from July 6 - Berlin 1957/0706
  Met with Mr. Stascievski, a Jesuit. Discussed Gordon's findings and comments that he feels it is important to discuss the challenge that nationalism poses to faith.
• CZHN 10/13353 Journal #1 : Gordon Zahn - Entry from July 8 - Berlin 1957/0708
  Met with Fr. Grossey, an active Catholic pacifist. He is extremely concerned with the communist problem. Grossey also flatly denies Gordon's belief in the Catholic support for the war by saying that he has never met anyone who had open support for the war.
• CZHN 10/13352 Journal #1 : Gordon Zahn - Entry from July 8 - Berlin 1957/0708
  Met with Walter Adolph, the author of several books and also the editor of Berlin's diocesan newspaper. Discusses his opinions on the war and says if there was a call for opposition to the war by Catholics this would have resulted in their extreme persecution. Also, Adolph made the comparison between the German bishops' position during the war with the current situation in Poland and how the Cardinal of Poland is collaborating in much the same way as the Bishops.
• CZHN 10/13354 Journal #1 : Gordon Zahn - Entry from July 9 - Koblenz 1957/0709
  Met with Dr. Laros and had a discussion much of which dealt with the Nazis and Dr. Laros' open criticism of them. They also spoke of the Catholic Church's role in the war and also about Metzger.
• CZHN 10/13355 Journal #1 : Gordon Zahn - Entry from July 10 - Hallendar 1957/0710
  Gordon went to go visit the grave of Fr. Franz Rheinich and to also visit the Pallotine community. Met Fr. Paul who was a close friend of the martyred priest. Together they discussed the life of Rheinich and his belief that WWII was without a doubt an unjust war.
• CZHN 3/03879 Correspondence : Gordon Zahn 1957/0714
  A letter to the Hollanders. ~ Zahn writes of his activities and shopping for gifts for everyone. He is also reading a book of letters and is amazed to find that he and the author have a great deal in common, even the fact that they both do not drive. He does not mention the author of these letters.
• CZHN 8/10914 Correspondence : James O'Gara - Letter to Gordon Zahn 1957/0717
  thanking him for forwarding his article to them from Germany. Although they had great interest in the article, it could not be published in its present form. ~ New York, NY
• CZHN 3/03977 Correspondence : Gordon Zahn 1957/0718
  A letter to the Hollanders. ~ Zahn discusses his plans for his return and his new discovery to ease the pain of his ailments, aspirin! He will be home soon but asks that the Hollanders not plan a party, although a small get together would be fine.
• CZHN 10/13359 Journal #1 : Gordon Zahn - Entry from July 19 - Bonn. Is a separate sheet in the back the journal. 1957/0719
  Met with Mr. Werthmann. They discussed the life of "R", most likely referring to Bishop Rarbrowski although Gordon never states this, but only uses the abbreviation "R".
• CZHN 3/03976 Correspondence : Gordon Zahn 1957/0722
  A letter to the Hollanders. ~ Zahn is still having problems with his nose but he is still going on tours as well as seeing plays and going to operas.
• CZHN 10/13356 Journal #1 : Gordon Zahn - Entry from July 27 1957/0727
  Met with Mr. Josef Karobath and Frau Jaegerstaetter.
• CZHN 3/04089 Correspondence : Gordon Zahn 1957/0730
  A letter to the Hollanders. ~ Gordon is traveling again. He is touring many places. Gordon lists all his activities throughout the week.
• CZHN 8/11209 Correspondence : Jim - Letter to Gordon 1957/0730
  Received his letter and liked what he read, making recommendations for improvement. He just signed a contract for a pocket book edition of Prince to be published in Italy. ~ St Cloud, MN
• CZHN 10/13357 Journal #1 : Gordon Zahn - Entry from August 1-4 - Maragiel 1957/08
  Went to Pax Christi, 5th Congress. Gives details of the meeting including people he met.
• CZHN 8/10913 Correspondence : Gordon Zahn - Letter to Mr. James O'Gara 1957/0806
  thanking him for the suggestions made on his article; informing him that Dick Leonard is going to continue efforts to market the article in its present tense. Zahn also lists objections to the article's arguments. ~ Wurzburg
• CZHN 10/13358 Journal #1 : Gordon Zahn - Entry from August 7 - Wuerzburg 1957/0807
  Met with Professor Fauber for a farewell.
• CZHN 8/11212 Correspondence : Jim - Letter to Gunter 1957/0921
  He gives tips on applying for the Guggenheim, from his own application years ago. Mentions his upcoming plans. ~ St Cloud, MN
• CZHN 3/03887 Correspondence : Gordon Zahn 1957/0929
  A postcard to the Hollanders. ~ Zahn sends a postcard of the buffet served his last day on the Berlin. Since his arrival the weather has been very overcast and he is hoping it will clear up soon.
• CZHN 8/10921 Correspondence : Gordon Zahn - Letter to Nu 1957/1001
  informing them of the prices of football tickets that they should decide on for the upcoming weekend. He also mentions that since his mailbox slot is narrow he will slip the keys in without an envelope. ~ Chicago, IL
• CZHN 8/10915 Correspondence : Gordon Zahn - Letter to Nu 1957/1009
  informing them that he received their message and will send their order in the mail. He also comments on the baseball games listing the different teams and their scores. He also mentions his travel plans to Milwaukee.
• CZHN 8/10920 Correspondence : Gordon Zahn - Letter 1957/1027
  making a joke about a blood-curdling sound he heard somewhere close to his apartment, guessing it was Susie watching the football game and reacting to Lewis's fumble. He also mentions his agenda featuring his downtown appearance at a school affair and lists possible days for him to travel to Milwaukee.
• CZHN 8/10916 Correspondence : Gordon Zahn - Letter to Nu 1957/1102
  commenting on the seats that are in section 111, suggesting that if Ruby makes popcorn she should sit in that section. Zahn requests that a card be sent to notify him when they are coming. ~ Chicago, IL
• CZHN 8/10918 Correspondence : Gordon Zahn - Letter to Nu 1957/1116
  mentioning his fears have become a reality from the opera standpoint where he feels that it is not worth the trouble to attend. He also says that he should be in Milwaukee soon traveling by railroad and says when his Christmas vacation officially starts.
• CZHN 8/10922 Correspondence : Gordon Zahn - Letter to Nu 1957/1125
  commenting on his drunkeness due to the bottle of Hohenfelder which was a '53, their best vintage. He also asks for gift suggestions for Gerry's birthday.
• CZHN 8/10917 Correspondence : Gordon Zahn - Letter to Nu 1957/1207
  informing them that he sent in their picture to an annual photography contest. He also mentions that he would try another electric shaver only if it has been bought at a reasonable wholesale price.
• CZHN 8/10919 Correspondence : Gordon Zahn - Letter 1957/1214
  commenting that since she is on a savings kick she should be able to afford a pack of Gillette Blue blades. He further comments on the heat in his apartment and talks about a guy on the faculty who told him he had to visit Fr. Gallagher.
• CZHN 10/13297 Journal #1 : Gordon Zahn - Entry from December 19 (written January 4) 1957/1219
  Met with Professor Raubut for the second time. Spent a day in Frankfurt en route to Paris. Prof. Raubut invited him to go to a talk he was supposed to give at the local WRL. The talk contributed little to his research, but helped to develop better rapport.
• CZHN 1/01626 Correspondence : Breig, Joseph 1958
  A letter to the Editors of the COMMONWEAL attached to a response by Gordon. ~ He states that Gordon's letter (Jan. 10) on "Nuclear War and the Theologians" is full of pacifist fury, but doesn't make much sense. He calls Gordon's thinking preposterous, accusing him of equating the American Christian today with the German Catholic of Hitler's time.
• CZHN 3/03252 Correspondence : Fitzsimons, M. A. 1958
  A letter rejecting Zahn's article. ~ Fitzsimons rejects Zahn's article on the grounds that he uses a definition of nationalism that is hard to accept, and that he is critical of Catholic leaders who do not accept his position on matters.
• CZHN 3/03253 Correspondence : Fitzsimons, M. A. 1958
  A letter to Zahn accepting his article for THE REVIEW OF POLITICS. ~ Fitzsimons is informally accepting Zahn's article, but plans are not definite at this point. Also, the article needs to be edited and reviewed more thoroughly.
• CZHN 3/03251 Correspondence : Gordon Zahn 1958
  A letter to Dr. Fitzsimons. ~ Zahn is writing to give the editor of THE REVIEW OF POLITICS the corrections on his article and to explain that he would prefer to have a Catholic journal publish it rather than a secular journal
• CZHN 3/03381 Correspondence : Gordon Zahn 1958
  A letter to Robert Hovda. ~ The Pax Christ momovement has received bad news in that their article was returned from AVE MARIA. Zahn is not looking forward to the coming semester due to what he considers a dull class schedule.
• CZHN 3/03382 Correspondence : Gordon Zahn 1958
  A letter to Robert Hovda. ~ Zahn asks for a Mass to be said on his mother's birthday. He is reminded of Germany and Lent as it is Ash Wednesday when he writes. He has also received a good review from REVIEW OF POLITICS on his article, although they did not guarantee to publish it.
• CZHN 3/03384 Correspondence : Gordon Zahn 1958
  A letter to Robert Hovda. ~ Zahn is discussing travel arrangements and accomadations for Hovda's visit. He also enclosed an offering for Masses to be said for his brother and the deceased wife of one of his colleagues.
• CZHN 3/03385 Correspondence : Gordon Zahn 1958
  A letter to Robert Hovda. ~ Zahn is proposing that Hovda attempt to have St. John's honor Dorothy Day an honorary degree to mark the Catholic Worker's twenty-fifth year. Zahn is suggesting that Hovda make the attempt with clerical alumni because his own attempt had failed.
• CZHN 3/03383 Correspondence : Gordon Zahn 1958
  A letter to Robert Hovda. ~ Zahn is requesting a Mass be said for Arno Hollander who had recently died. Also there are a good deal of publishing possibilities for Zahn right now.
• CZHN 3/03380 Correspondence : Gordon Zahn 1958
  A letter to Robert Hovda. ~ Zahn is still having difficulty getting his articles published and is asking Hovda to write COMMONWEAL demanding that Zahn present his documentation or apologize for slandering the German bishops.
• CZHN 3/03388 Correspondence : Gordon Zahn 1958
  A letter to Robert Hovda. ~ Zahn is working on a book and has been quite busy. He also likes his "lush" apartment, but the fact that it is in an inter-racial development saves it. He also requests Masses to be said.
• CZHN 3/03386 Correspondence : Gordon Zahn 1958
  A letter to Robert Hovda. ~ Zahn's Jaegerstaetter article has been published in AMERICA in an edited version. Zahn asks Hovda to write in to point out some of the information that was edited out. This is supposed to appear to be a coincidence, as if he were unaware of the editing. Also Zahn agrees to write to the Abbot on behalf of the attain the honorary degree for Dorothy Day.
• CZHN 1/00649 Correspondence : Jim - A letter to Gunter. 1958
  Thinks Gunter should publish his writings in secular magazines becasue they are more widely read, and hopes he hasn't given up on the book.
• CZHN 3/03181 Correspondence : Lukacs, J. A. 1958
  A letter to Zahn. ~ Lukacs is writing to compliment Zahn on two of his recent articles, and possibly to set up a meeting with him. The articles were in THE CATHOLIC WORKER and AMERICA.
• CZHN 3/03279 Correspondence : Nuesse, C. Joseph 1958
  A letter to Zahn. ~ Nuesse hs read the manuscript of GERMAN CATHOLICS AND HITLER'S WAR and believes that it is a tract. He believes that there is good information that must be thought about, but it is a tract against the German bishops.
• CZHN 3/03280 Correspondence : Theisen, Sylvester 1958
  A letter to Zahn. ~ Theisen is congratulating Zahn on his manuscript and some criticism that may be incorporated in his revision before publishing.
• CZHN 3/03281 Correspondence : Tom H. (from Catholic University) 1958
  A letter to Zahn regarding GERMAN CATHOLICS AND HITLER'S WAR. ~ The letter is congratulating Zahn on his book and giving him some criticism on it as well. The writer believes that this is Zahn's best work to date.
• CZHN 2/02920 Magazine Article : Gordon Zahn 1958
  "He Would Not Serve." ~ An article about Conscientious Objectors in Germany for America Magazine. ~ This document tells the story of Franz Jaegerstaetter, the German pacifist who was beheaded for not participating in World War II. ~ America ~ July 5, 1958. ~ 388-390
• CZHN 8/11819 Letter to Editor : Gordon Zahn - Letter to the editor of Commonweal 1958/0110
  He congratulates them on the Cogley column of 12/13 regarding atomic warfare. He mentions specific points in the piece that he found to be especially strong and agrees that the answer to the unjust wars that are now beginning is unpleasant to visualize.
• CZHN 8/10928 Correspondence : Gordon Zahn - Letter to Nu 1958/0128
  suggesting that they hold dinner and he will meet them and list when he will be leaving Milwaukee. He also mentions that he ran into Frances and updates everyone on her status. ~ Minneapolis
• CZHN 9/12306 Correspondence : Bishop John Wright - Letter to Gordon 1958/0131
  He thanks Gordon for the insights into the German peace movement and discusses issues in regards to Pax Christi. He states that he is presently stretched too far to aid the establishment of a US chapter. ~ MA
• CZHN 8/10930 Correspondence : Gordon Zahn - Letter to Nu 1958/0207
  informing them that the order for Rosenkavalier has been sent. Zahn comments that Mildton Cras can be a little too insulting at times.
• CZHN 8/10925 Correspondence : Gordon Zahn - Letter to Leah 1958/0227
  informing everyone that he will be unable to travel up and visit them because his nerves still have not calmed down after the tantrum Ruby threw. He also mentions that he received an invitation to Annie's house and she liked the earrings. ~ Chicago, IL
• CZHN 8/10926 Correspondence : Gordon Zahn - Letter to Nu 1958/0303
  informing everyone that he will be arriving the coming weekend and lists the times he will be arriving. He also inquires as to how they liked the enclosed review from the Loyola student magazine. ~ Chicago, IL
• CZHN 9/12305 Correspondence : Gordon Zahn - Letter to John Wright, Bishop of Worcester 1958/0310
  He apologizes for not replying to a previous letter and mentions an article that has slowed his response as he has been actively shopping it around. He asks questions about the establishment of a Pax Christi chapter in the USA and hopes to bring the matter to the attention of a wide Catholic audience.
• CZHN 9/12304 Correspondence : Bishop of Worcester - Letter to Gordon 1958/0312
  He responds to an earlier letter that he is not surprised that The Catholic World has not replied about his article and goes on to recommend the publications Ave Maria, and America for the article Gordon is shopping around. ~ MA
• CZHN 8/10929 Correspondence : Gordon Zahn - Letter to Nu 1958/0327
  inquiring as to whether Alice still wants to send some of the man offerings to Bob: he will be able to take care of them. He also requests that they have Ruby stop by St. Pete's and pick up a copy of the parish bulletin listing. ~ Chicago, IL
• CZHN 8/10923 Correspondence : James F. Maguire - Letter to Dr. Zahn 1958/0402
  enclosing a renegotiated statement covering his appointment as Associate Professor of Sociology for the academic year 1958-59. ~ Chicago, IL
• CZHN 8/10927 Correspondence : Gordon Zahn - Letter to Nu 1958/0417
  informing them that he is about ready to return to Germany and comments on the ball scores. He also complains that none of his indoor photo shots turned out.
• CZHN 8/10941 Correspondence : Gordon Zahn - Letter 1958/0421
  commenting on the recent ball game he attended and talks about how superstitious Ruby is. He also asks that Annie be given the message that she needs to call him and get her schedule arranged for the evening. ~ Chicago, IL
• CZHN 8/10943 Correspondence : Gordon Zahn - Letter 1958/0512
  commenting on the recent ballgame he attended and the photographs taken on the game. He also comments on his opportunity to meet the ballplayer Stan, but did not have the nerve to introduce himself and left his camera at the office.
• CZHN 8/10942 Correspondence : Gordon Zahn - Letter to The Hollanders 1958/0519
  to the Hollanders commenting on the recent ballgame between the Cards and the Dodgers and the Giant's game that was played yesterday. Zahn also asks that when they visit they bring boxes and his grey lightweight suit. ~ Chicago, IL ~ Loyola University
• CZHN 8/10950 Correspondence : Gordon Zahn - Letter to Nu 1958/0523
  informing them that he received the tickets in the mail. He also comments on the Cards season and team position.
• CZHN 8/10924 Correspondence : Betty, Don, and the children - Letter to Gordon 1958/0531
  informing him that Valerie Marie was born on May 13, a fine, husky baby. She was baptized last week and attended her first party. She also inquires as to what recognition his book is receiving elsewhere. ~ Bethesda, MD

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