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• CZHN 8/10741 Correspondence : Gordon Zahn - Letter to Nu 1965/1027
  enclosing a check and article clippings. Also he comments on the weather and his lunch.
• CZHN 9/12371 Correspondence : Philip Scharper - Letter to Gordon 1965/1028
  He states he will soon write with specific recommendations on how Gordon should organize his book, as a selection of essays is innappropriate. He closes that Gordon is right in feeling his discussions have borne fruit. ~ NY
• CZHN 6/08876a Correspondence : Gordon Zahn - Letter to the Editor of the Guardian with attached articles 1965/1030
  Feels that a picture was obscene due to the "grinning faces of the man holding the head for the cameraman's benefit and of others to be seen in the background." Manchester
• CZHN 8/10759 Correspondence : Gordon Zahn - Letter to Nu 1965/1102
  Gerry's gift should be arriving in the mail soon. Also he shares his recent ailments and injuries consisting of a damaged leg after falling and scraping it against a piece of wood. ~ Manchester, England
• CZHN 9/12368 Correspondence : James Forest - Letter to Gordon 1965/1104
  He heard about Archbishop Roberts' intervention and how it was given in writing instead of spoken, which Forest would have seen as more effective. He states that their (Catholic Peace Fellowship) Vietnam statement has not appeared yet, and closes thanking Gordon for the $50 contribution. ~ NY
• CZHN 9/12372 Correspondence : Gordon Zahn - Letter to Fr. Reedy 1965/1106
  He discusses Reedy's recent editorial and his own response to the subject of modern war. ~ Manchester
• CZHN 6/08621 Correspondence : Patrick Dooling - Letter to Mr. Everngam 1965/1107
  Seeking advice on conscientious objection. He is wondering if there is self-examination he can do to see if his feelings stem from cowardice or selfishness. ~ Capitola, CA
• CZHN 9/12200 Correspondence : Richard Storment - Letter to Zahn 1965/1108
  In March and April the Campus Religious Council at Ohio University is sponsoring speakers on the subject of war and conscience. They request Gordon's attendence to speak and offer him all expenses paid and $250. ~ Athens, OH
• CZHN 8/10733 Correspondence : Gordon Zahn - Letter to Susan Kalmer 1965/1110
  opinions on films. A small Christmas gift is being sent to her. ~ Manchester, England
• CZHN 9/12357 Correspondence : Jim - Letter to Gordon 1965/1110
  He briefly states that further debate is likely and that their sympathetic Bishops should be alerted and encouraged to speak, as American opposition will likely be vocal this time. ~ KY
• CZHN 9/12341 Newspaper Clipping : - From The Daily American, "War tatement Drastically Revised" 1965/1110
  Discusses the recent draft from the Vatican Council regarding The Church in the Modern World, what the revision is supposed to stimulate, and the unlikeliness of other debate.
• CZHN 9/12337 Newspaper Clipping : From the Catholic Herald, "Council Text on Nuclear War is Now Stronger" 1965/1112
  Very briefly states the recent changes with the Vatican's latest draft of the Constitution on the Modern World. States the thoughts of the English on the changes, and the Pope's calling for every parish to unite in the last week of the council, in prayer.
• CZHN 9/12299 Newspaper article : Bishop Shannon - From The Aquin, "Bishop Praises Defenders of Liberty" 1965/1112
  The president is personally responsible for our foreign policy; it is presumptuous of any citizen to feel better informed on the subject than Mr Johnson. Bishop Shannon further gives his complete allegiance to the official foreign policy of the nation.
• CZHN 9/12358 Correspondence : Eileen - Letter to Gordon 1965/1113
  She discusses her recent trip from Rome and the actions of Butler and Cardinal Ritter, stating that Butler needs their support as the whole burden has fallen upon him. ~ NY
• CZHN 3/04459 Correspondence : Gordon Zahn 1965/1113
  A letter to Miss Susan Kalmer ~ Page two of a letter commenting on conditions in Africa, a play by Checkov and encouraging Susan to go for her credential (if she needs financial help, he can help out).
• CZHN 9/12343 Newspaper Clipping : George Armstrong - Article from Herald Tribune, "Vatican vs. Nuclear Powers" 1965/1113
  Discusses the aspects of the recently released draft from the Vatican Council touching on nuclear arms and the possessing of them for defensive purposes. It analyzes the document's deploring of such actions, though without condemning or condoning it.
• CZHN 9/12344 Newspaper Clipping : George Armstrong 1965/1113
  Another Copy of clipping in entry #12343
• CZHN 5/07392 Correspondence : Gordon C. Zahn - Letter to Mr. Shdanoff 1965/1115
  Zahn replies to a request for dramatic rights of the Jaegerstaetter story. He tells Shdanoff that the publisher is the one to talk with such a topic about as they retain the responsibility for such matters.
• CZHN 9/12359 Copy of Newspaper Articles : Two articles, one from New York Times, and the other by New York World Telegram. 1965/1116
  The first, "US Prelate Scores Council War Stand," discusses the Vatican Schema recently passed and the statements of Archbishop Hannan. The second, "450 Bishops Bid Council Condemn Communism" discusses the 450 Ecumenical Council bishops urging the Church to make an outright condemnation of communism. ~ NY
• CZHN 9/12346 Newspaper Clipping : - From the New York Times, "US Bishop Attacks Council on Denunciation of War" 1965/1116
  Discusses the recent attack of Archbishop Hannan of New Orleans against the Ecumenical Council's proposed denunciation of modern warfare as a slur on US policy and action in Vietnam. Apparently the "attack" was an amendment he proposed claiming war to be an "apt and necessary" instrument for safeguarding the world equilibrium of power. ~ NY
• CZHN 9/12366 Correspondence : Gordon Zahn - letter to Your Eminence 1965/1117
  He states that he feels the Archbishop has not received his proper right to speak at the aula, noting that he requested permission back in August, and that others such as Archbishop Beck who asked for permission a day or two ago, have received the floor. He also mentions some disturbing American reports of American bishops planning an insistence on the renewal of the debate for Schema provisions on nuclear war to be weakened. ~ Manchester
• CZHN 9/12185 Correspondence : Patricia de Trafford - Letter to Gordon on behalf of Geoffrey Chapman Limited 1965/1118
  She states that she loved IN SOLITARY WITNESS which is why she phoned him early the other day as she was so moved by what she read. She requests more copies of the book to send to bishops and asks that if he is engaged in writing other books to please let them know of his progress so they may have first option in publishing. ~ London S W 19
• CZHN 9/12335 Newspaper Clipping : Dolores McCahill - Article from The Chicago Sun-Times: "Council Receives 3d Version of Religious Liberty Schema" 1965/1118
  The Vatican received the third version of the declaration on religious liberty, and discusses the recent deferring of the articles and the attacks on them particularly by Archbishop Hannan of New Orleans. Article briefly discusses the points of the declaration and what it may bring about in terms of public responses. ~ Chicago, IL
• CZHN 9/12325 Correspondence : - Letter to Gordon from the Pontificio Collegio Beda 1965/1119
  Thanks Gordon for his last letter and states that the final document from the council should satisfy everyone. ~ Italy
• CZHN 8/10761 Correspondence : Gordon Zahn - Letter to Nu 1965/1119
  updating her on his recent progress of the article Schema 13 that condemns nuclear war and deterrence. ~ Manchester, England
• CZHN 9/12193 Note : John - To Gordon 1965/1119
  Prof. Masfield stopped by suggesting that Gordon may be interested in joining the sociology faculty there and he writes to further investigate the interest, which he is very pleased to hear about. He describes the teaching load, salaries and benefits to lure Gordon. ~ Canada
• CZHN 9/12186 Correpsondence : Gordon Zahn - Handwritten letter to Mrs de Trafford 1965/1122
  He did send copies to an Archbishop mentioned and is happy to see the effect he believes it had. He recommends a Mr. Drime who may be better to inform the recipient regarding where the book was sent.
• CZHN 9/12326 Correspondence : Beck - Letter to Gordon 1965/1122
  As there are no further provisions for the Schema which has just recently been revised, they will be unable to judge the effects of any ammendments submitted. He states that he does not completely agree with the latest statements but must wait to see the effects. ~ Italy
• CZHN 9/12327 Correspondence : Howart - Letter to Gordon 1965/1123
  He updates Gordon on what he has been up to, and the recent discussions on conscientious objection that he has taken part in. He states that they have just finished the battle about the condemnation of communism, which was won very happily. ~ Louvain
• CZHN 8/10749 Correspondence : Zahn - Letter to Nu 1965/1123
  updating her on his recent activities consisting of organizing the book for Gerry to type on later and need for a decent pizza. ~ Manchester, England
• CZHN 8/10760 Correspondence : Gordon Zahn - Letter to Nu 1965/1126
  about his travel plans to visit Jerusalem, Zurich, and Munich. Also he mentions that he did not celebrate Thanksgiving, but asks how her Thanksgiving was. ~ Manchester, England
• CZHN 8/10758 Correspondence : Gordon Zahn - Letter to Nu 1965/1129
  about his recent misfortune of slipping while walking down a steep hill, luckily not injuring himself but dirtying his clothes. ~ Manchester, England
• CZHN 9/12334 Correspondence : Howart - Letter to Gordon 1965/1129
  He writes that Gordon may be quiet about the schema and that the article was false as conscientious objection topic has been included with more than 2/3 the votes, which is confidential information. He states he knows there are objections, and that it may be interesting to send Gordon's book to Cardinal Suenens. ~ NY
• CZHN 9/12181 Note : To whom it may concern, with Gordon's business card attached 1965/12
  Card states that he is a Professor of Sociology, Personal Peritus to archbishop Thomas Roberts, with the note saying that he has been of valuable use at the Vatican Council in the study of war and conscientious objection.
• CZHN 9/12194 Correspondence : Gordon Zahn - Letter to John 1965/1201
  He states that Prof. Masfield was correct in his report of Gordon's interest, and notes his upcoming teaching obligations for the next two years. He states his wishes in joining the Loyola Canada campus and what he would like to do at the college.
• CZHN 9/12332 Correspondence : Dick - Letter to Gordon 1965/1207
  After Hannan, Spellman and crew got 483 to agree to vote non-placet on Chapter V; all of the Schema XIII passed today. He states that Cardinal Shehan instructed a priest at the press briefing to announce the disavowing of the "non-famous" letter and voting placet. He closes that they worked very hard Saturday morning, and wishes Gordon the best. ~ Rome
• CZHN 9/12328 Correspondence : Eileen Egan - Letter to Gordon 1965/1207
  The schema has been passed, and Egan explains the factors that held the decision for so long. The writer asks how Barbara Windsor is and about the latest publication news of Geoffrey Chapman. ~ NY
• CZHN 8/10757 Correspondence : Gordon Zahn - Letter 1965/1207
  complaining about his day and all the bad things that are happenning to him. He also mentions the baseball game and gives her his new address where he wants mail to be sent. ~ Manchester, England
• CZHN 9/12192 Note : John - To Gordon of the Sociology Dept. of Loyola College 1965/1207
  He has written the Dean that Gordon be considered for September 1967, regretting that Gordon cannot come sooner, and asks that he plan a visit to come and "appraise the entire situation". ~ Canada
• CZHN 8/10725 Document : Article: Gordon Zahn - "Martyr for Conscience" 1965/1209
  refers to Zahn's book IN SOLITARY WITNESS; summarizes the life and death of Franz Jaegerstaetter and the Catholic Church's position. ~ The New York Review Magazine ~ New York, NY
• CZHN 9/12241 Document : Article: Thomas Roberts, Titular Archbishop of Sygden - From The Church in the Modern World, Chapter V, Section 101, "Conscientious Objection" 1965/1210
  Discusses the case of Franz Jaegerstaetter, and recommends the manner in which it should be handled, that is concluding that "The Council support all efforts, as by the United Nations and the World Court of Justice, giving the full force of law to individuals refusing blind obedience".
• CZHN 9/12322 Statement : Archbishop Thomas Roberts - "The Church in the Modern World / Conscientiouis Objection". 1965/1210
  Outlines and very briefly explains the Church's stance on issues related to Conscientious Objection.
• CZHN 8/10730 Correspondence : Gordon Zahn - Letter to Nu 1965/1211
  his arrival to Amman, his expenses, restaurants, and people. Also taxi adventures and the weather and atmosphere. ~ Amman, Jordan
• CZHN 8/10776 Postcard : Gordon Zahn - Postcard to the Hollanders 1965/1213
  updating them on his trip to Jerusalem and Bethlehem where the weather is nice and sunny. He comments on the Christmas motif in the dinning room as being strange. ~ Bethlehem
• CZHN 8/10751 Correspondence : Gordon Zahn - Letter to Irene 1965/1216
  commenting on his Christmas shopping, his recent travel adventures, and upcoming travel plans.
• CZHN 8/10732 Correspondence : Gordon Zahn - Letter to Nu 1965/1218
  his travels in Jerusalem. He comments on the change in manners when he traveled to different parts. When he went to the bookstore he was not greeted formally. ~ Jerusalem
• CZHN 4/04967 Document : Gordon Zahn 1965/1218
  4 other letters to the editor included ~ Defining a Just War ~ Letter to the editor as well as a paid advertisement from The Catholic Peace Fellowship of which Gordon is a member. ~ Gordon's letter responds to an writer who expressed disagreement with the Catholic Peace Fellowship statement in saying that the Vietnam war is unjust. Gordon continues by outlining three requirements of a just war that have been violated, and claims that an informed Christian has a moral duty to withhold support from the national war effort. (CPF statement included with article). ~ Ave Maria ~ 3-4, 25, 28-29
• CZHN 8/10752 Correspondence : Gordon Zahn - Letter to Nu 1965/1220
  sharing his trip to London commenting on the "crummy" hotel room and the restaurants. He also outlines his upcoming travels.
• CZHN 8/10780 Correspondence : Gordon Zahn - Letter to Nu 1965/1221
  No one seems to have time to write him. He also comments on the football season and teams, especially Susan's favorite team the Colts. He shares his trip in Zurich where he had a pleasant time, his trip to Oberaminergan, and Munich. ~ Manchester, England
• CZHN 2/02556 Document : Article: A short paragraph on IN SOLITARY WITNESS. 1966
  The article explains that Franz Jaegerstaetter was an Austrian peasant who refused to fight in HiIter's army, pay taxes, or cooperate in any way, because he believed the Nazi movement was anti-Christian.
• CZHN 2/02540 Document : Article: An article appearing in Peace News. 1966
  The article says that on Monday Geoffrey Chapman is publishing IN SOLITARY WITNESS by Gordon Zahn. It is a book which raises questions about the indifference of fellow Catholics to Franz Jaegerstaetter's act.
• CZHN 2/02236 Document : Article: An article entitled "Churchmen Face Viet Nam Enigma. " 1966
  The article quotes Arthur Moore, editor of WORLD OUTLOOK, as saying "the problem of all religious activity is that we long to hear the voice of God and too often all we hear are the tones of pompous old Joe and stupid old Bill. "
• CZHN 2/02520 Document : Article: An article entitled: "LaPorte's act of self-immolation." 1966
  The article likens LaPorte to Franz Jaegerstaetter, and says that LaPorte set himself on fire in front of the United Nations headquarters in New York. The article agrees with LaPorte's conviction against the Vietnam War, but does not approve of his form of protest.
• CZHN 2/02557 Document : Article: Chapman, Geoffrey 1966
  An article entitled: "Pfui Hitler" (several copies). ~ The article says that Gordon is a Roman Catholic and a conscientious objector. Chapman says that Franz Jaegerstaetter's fate might sound like that of thousands of other victims of our times, but there is something almost amounting to mystery about the serenity and unshakable conviction of this man who stood utterly alone.
• CZHN 2/02544 Document : Article: Cheshire, Leonard 1966
  An article entitled: "Lives." ~ The article explains that Gordon writes as a sociologist, a Catholic, and a conscientious objector. It says that Gordon is interested in the sacrifice involved. The author says (for Franz) it is a straight choice between two kingdoms, Adolph Hitler's and Our Lord's.
• CZHN 2/02559 Document : Article: Derrick, Christopher 1966
  An article entitled: "Seed of the Church" (with other papers attached). ~ The article describes the actions of Franz Jaegerstaetter. and includes a brief description of Gordon's treatment of the issue.
• CZHN 2/02239 Document : Article: Furfey, Paul 1966
  An article entitled "The rules, silence and Zahn. " ~ Furfey makes three comments regarding past articles: (1) He says that Fr. Lutz is making progress--"Now he merely accuses the protestors of failing to give 'solid reasons to doubt whether our involvement in Vietnam is just or not.'" (2) He says that silence and our airmen who carried out the massacres are to blame for the slaughter of noncombatant civilians. (3) He feels that Zahn's book proved that German bishops supported Hitler's wars.
• CZHN 2/02240 Document : Article: Gordon Zahn 1966
  The article is entitled "Zahn defends thesis of book." ~ Gordon says "Placid Jordan's latest attack on my writings . . . is even further removed from the facts than is usual for him. "
• CZHN 2/02558 Document : Article: Hollis, Christopher 1966
  An article entitled: "Beheaded for his belief." ~ Hollis explains that Franz was not a pious youth. As he grew older, he turned to religion in an excessively puritanical form. Zahn interpreted some quotes from Franz as an indication that Franz somehow knew of the horrors of the concentration camps. Many look at Franz as a saint.
• CZHN 2/02238 Document : Article: Jordan, Rev. Placid 1966
  A letter to the Editors of the NATIONAL CATHOLIC REPORTER called "Comparison to Hitler's wars" (with two other articles attached). ~ Re: Gordon's depiction of Hiter's Wars, Jordan says that Gordon ignores the extreme complexity of the situation. He says that the charge that the German bishops did not examine the morality of Hitler's wars and even cooperated with the Nazi regime is totally unfounded.
• CZHN 2/02231 Document : Article: Kupcinet 1966
  "Kup's Column" (with an attached note). ~ He says that the comment by Francis Cardinal Spellman about the Vietnam war is a reminder of the study by Gordon Zahn on the role of religion in WWII.
• CZHN 2/02477 Document : Article: Lewis, Theodore 1966
  A review of IN SOLITARY WITNESS called "A True Saint of Our Age." ~ He says that the book, a study of Franz Jaegerstaetter, "one of the true saints of our age, who suffered martyrdom for his convictions, is memorable and moving. "
• CZHN 2/01757 Document : Article: McCarthy, Colman 1966
  The piece is entitled: "J. F. Powers at Smith." ~ The article is an interview with Powers and explains that he came to Smith as the college's first writer-in-residence. Powers agrees you cannot teach people how to write if they do not have a feel for character or psychology.
• CZHN 2/02482 Document : Article: Merton, Thomas 1966
  An article entitled: "An Enemy of the State." ~ Merton says that Franz Jaegerstaetter surrendered his life rather than take the lives of others in what he believed as an "unjust war." This is not to say that he wasn't a fighter: he had undergone military training without protest. (Merton's article is a great thumb sketch of Franz Jaegerstaetter's beliefs).
• CZHN 2/02024 Document : Article: Parr, Garnet 1966
  An article entitled "Vietnam. " ~ Parr quotes Cardinal Spellman: "May my country ever be right; but right or wrong--my country." Parr says that this statement was so astounding in its implications that he couldn't believe it had been said. Parr says that "The Crime of Silence" by Gordon sees the Cardinal in rather a worse light than Franz Josef Rarkowski.
• CZHN 2/02537 Document : Article: The article is entitled: "Memorial Mass For Victims of Atomic Bombing. " 1966
  The mass will also commemorate the anniversary of the death of Franz Jaegerstaetter Sponsors of the mass are the peace group, PAX and the Catholic branch of the Fellowship of Reconciliation.
• CZHN 2/02555 Document : Article: Toynbee, Phillip 1966
  An article entitled: "The Peasant Martyr." ~ The article explains that when Hitler's troops moved into Austria in 1938, Franz Jaegerstaetter was the only man in the village to vote against the anschluss. Toynbee says that Gordon provides a useful summary of Franz Jaegerstaetter's life. His only regret was that Gordon could not avoid his professional role and discusses the academic status of sociology.
• CZHN 2/02533 Document : Article: Wicker, Brian 1966
  An article entitled: "Martyrdom by Transference. " ~ The article explains that "an instructive commentary on the debate about Pope Pius XII and the Jews" is provided by IN SOLITARY WITNESS. It explains that Franz Jaegerstaetter was unlike Thomas More because he could claim no theological expertise to match that of his spiritual advisers.
• CZHN 2/02506 Correspondence : A letter to Gordon. 1966
  He is glad that Gordon liked D.H.'s book.
• CZHN 2/02507 Correspondence : A letter to Gordon. 1966
  He says that it is all ready to go to Austria if Gordon would kindly send him the address of Mrs. Jaegerstaetter.
• CZHN 2/02524 Correspondence : A letter to Gordon. 1966
  He says they do not get Irish T.V. He hasn't seen too many reviews of Gordon's book yet.
• CZHN 2/02532 Correspondence : A letter to Marguerite. 1966
  The letter says that somebody wrote to La Morcelliana asking them to confirm that they intended publishing IN SOLITARY WITNESS. They replied that this was never their intention.
• CZHN 2/02243 Correspondence : Bishop Wright (most likely) 1966
  A letter to Gordon (with attached correspondence. ) ~ He has been trying to locate O'Brien's piece on non-combatants.
• CZHN 2/02568 Correspondence : Bradford, Fred 1966
  A letter to Gordon. ~ For future reference, they would like to have more information on PAX and the Catholic Peace Foundation. He explains the latest financial deductions and such.
• CZHN 2/02565 Correspondence : Bradford, Fred 1966
  A letter to Gordon. ~ He wants Gordon to send him an itemized statement for his expenses to the West Coast.
• CZHN 2/02523 Correspondence : Breydert, Frederick 1966
  A letter to Gordon. ~ He and his wife thank Gordon for his two fascinating books. He speaks of the problem of authority and obedience for Germans.
• CZHN 2/02536 Correspondence : Chapman, Geoff 1966
  A letter to Gordon. ~ He is sorry that he missed Gordon in New York. They airmailed Gordon an advance copy of his book.
• CZHN 2/02535 Correspondence : Chapman, Geoff 1966
  A letter to Gordon. ~ He says that it is impossible to say now if a trip to England will be required. The book will not be released until after the summer. Gordon may write to press connections and friends in England and suggest reviews.
• CZHN 2/02534 Correspondence : Chapman, Geoff 1966
  A letter to Gordon. ~ Re: IN SOLITARY WITNESS, they are still scheduling for August or September. It is their present plan to photo offset the book entirely.
• CZHN 2/02545 Correspondence : Chapman, Suzanne 1966
  A letter to Gordon. ~ He was glad to see "this very interesting review of IN SOLITARY WITNESS in the TIMES LITERARY SUPPLEMENT. " They have unofficial news from the BBC that they are very interested in the book and one of their producers has approached two writers to see whether a film for television can be made of the book.
• CZHN 2/02542 Correspondence : Chapman, Suzanne 1966
  A letter to Gordon. ~ She says that she is enclosing a recent review in the TABLET and one that appeared in the CATHOLIC HERALD. RE: WAR, CONSCIENCE, AND DISSENT--she will get costings based on their leaving out the quantity of material suggested to Gordon and see if it is possible for them to produce on their own.
• CZHN 2/02496 Correspondence : Cummings, Bill 1966
  A letter to Gordon Zahn. ~ He needs to get some information from Gordon regarding his own trip to France.
• CZHN 2/02505 Correspondence : Cunneen, Joseph 1966
  A letter to Gordon. ~ He says that he has enclosed the pictures and other material Gordon needed for Styria. He is glad to hear that the 'chaplains' book is proceeding.
• CZHN 2/02481 Correspondence : Deshell, Maier 1966
  A letter to Gordon. ~ They are delighted that Gordon is interested in reviewing the Friedlander book.
• CZHN 2/02578 Correspondence : Douglass, James 1966
  A letter to Gordon. ~ He has begun work on a new book: THE NON-VIOLENT CROSS and has signed a contract with Macmillan. He says that from the discussion of non-violence from the standpoint of the world, the book's second step will be into the perspective of the Church's present struggle toward a non-violent witness. To help support his family while he is writing the book, he received an initial grant from the Fellowship of Reconciliation.
• CZHN 2/02475 Correspondence : Eileen 1966
  A letter to Gordon. ~ She thanks Gordon for his contribution to the Annual Study Weekend at Tivoli. Al Uhrie, a strong follower of the Catholic Worker, was murdered on a New York street last week. She says that Gordon's article in "Peace on Earth: The Way Ahead" brings out, among many other points, the efficacy of stating the non-violent position in terms of the "ascetic ideal."
• CZHN 2/02517 Correspondence : Gabriel, Louis 1966
  A letter to Gordon. ~ He congratulates Gordon on the English edition of IN SOLITARY WITNESS. He says that from the sound of the news reports, it sounds like Gordon is truly in the "thick" of things.
• CZHN 4/04888 Correspondence : George Shdanoff 1966
  Letter to Gordon Zahn ~ Would love to see a copy of Gordon's article on Vietnam in WORLDVIEW. Is waiting for the contract from Holt, Reinhart and Winston (Gordon's publishers). Has had back and forth correspondence with Miss Reese of H. R. and W. re: clarifying contract, but now correspondence has stopped. Asks if Gordon would mind sending his publishers a letter lighting a fire under them to get the ball rolling again. Has already written a rough draft of the play (from Gordon's "IN SOLITARY WITNESS") and wants to contact theatre producers in both London and New York, but can't do anything until the final contracts are signed. ~ 02/14 ~ Los Angeles, California
• CZHN 4/04889 Correspondence : George Shdanoff 1966
  Letter to Gordon re: Gordon's publishers ~ George has received from the publishers on February 18th the signed contract. He has a few more questions for Gordon re: characters and events and will send those questions along after he has finished the first rough draft. Inquires again about the WORLDVIEW article. Wishes they could meet and talk in person. ~ 02/19 ~ Los Angeles, California
• CZHN 2/02427 Correspondence : George 1966
  A letter to Gordon. ~ He says that he sent a copy of the play to Mrs. Douglas Campbell with a letter written along the lines that Gordon suggested.
• CZHN 2/02514 Correspondence : Goetzyl, Johanna 1966
  A letter to Gordon (attached to Gordon's response). ~ She read IN SOLITARY WITNESS and is very impressed. She says that she doesn't understand the book's title; she would like Mrs. Jaegerstaetter's address, and she would like to know how Gordon found out about Franz Jaegerstaetter.
• CZHN 9/12318 Correspondence : Gordon Zahn - Letter to Archbishop Francis Cardinal Spellman 1966
  Gordon sends him a copy of same letter in entry #12312. ~ IL
• CZHN 9/12315 Correspondence : Gordon Zahn - Letter to Archbishop John Cody 1966
  Gordon again states his latest project and requests the aid of the recipient for a moral stance of the church in regards to American involvement in Vietnam. Copy of entry #12312. ~ Feast of All Saints ~ IL
• CZHN 9/12319 Correspondence : Gordon Zahn - Letter to Archbishop Joseph Cardinal Ritter 1966
  Copy of letter in entry #12312. ~ IL
• CZHN 9/12316 Correspondence : Gordon Zahn - Letter to Archbishop Joseph Cardinal Ritter 1966
  Gordon requests the aid again of the recipient towards his project against American Military force in Vietnam. Copy of entry #12312. ~ Feast of All Saints ~ IL
• CZHN 9/12313 Correspondence : Gordon Zahn - Letter to Bishop Hallinan 1966
  He expresses gratitude for the letter recently received from the Bishop about War and Peace, and requests the recipients help in his cause against the Bishops of the Catholic Church for a statement in regards to US activity in the Vietnam War. (Copy of entry #12312) ~ IL
• CZHN 9/12314 Correspondence : Gordon Zahn - Letter to Bishop John Mussio 1966
  Gordon requests the aid of Mussio for his cause for a Church stance in regards to the US involvement in the Vietnam War. Copy of Letter #12312 ~ Feast of All Saints ~ IL
• CZHN 9/12317 Correspondence : Gordon Zahn - Letter to Bishop Wright 1966
  Gordon discusses statements within the Pastoral Constituion on the Church in The Modern World, discussing areas with which he is unsatisfied and makes recommendations towards a more clear and "true to the faith" stance. Copy of entry #12312. ~ Feast of All Saints ~ IL
• CZHN 9/12312 Correspondence : Gordon Zahn - Letter to Lawrence Cardinal Shehan 1966
  Gordon requests aid in urging that the bishops take a stand in regards to recent American involvement in Vietnamese issues, particularly US military action in Vietnam. He explains what he is trying to communicate and the help he would like. He also discusses his grievances with the Pastoral Constitution on the Church in the Modern World. ~ IL
• CZHN 9/12310 Correspondence : Gordon Zahn - Letter to Msgr. Higgins 1966
  He is happy to learn that Higgins is one of the signers of the "Freedom Budget" and states they may agree on more than they believe. He notes a case of a friend who has been sentenced to a prison term due to issues of Conscientious Objector classification and asks if the recipient may give the situation attention and respect as it is holds to the idea that all war is unjust. ~ IL

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