Documents Arranged Chronologically
- CZHN 7/10274 Correspondence : Bernard Olson - Letter to Zahn 1970/0422
An invitation to participare in a one-day consultation on "The Role of the Military Chaplaincy in America". ~ New York, NY
- CZHN 7/10228 Correspondence : Eleanor O'Leary - Letter to Gordon 1970/0424
Letter requesting a biographical sketch, and an outline of his upcoming talk, "Vietnam, The Unpopular War: Two Views". ~ Waltham, MA
- CZHN 4/05379 Letter : Gordon Zahn 1970/0427
Letter from Gordon to Mrs. Silverman Committee on Standards and Scholarship. ~ Gordon recommends that one of his students, Daniel Murray, be allowed to waive his 4th semester in Latin because it is not feasable for him to extend his studies into the next year, especially for this course alone.
- CZHN 9/12096 Bill : New England Telephone 1970/0430
For the period ending 04/30/70 Gordon owes $10.84. ~ MA
- CZHN 6/08125 Document : Article: Rear-Admiral Sir Anthony Buzzard - Some Recent Books 1970/05
A book review ~ Buzzard reviews Zahn's "Chaplains in the RAF." ~ PAX Bulletin
- CZHN 1/00242 Correspondence : Gordon Zahn 1970/0502
letter ~ mad because he is receiving no letters. his back has been bothering him. animal news.
- CZHN 1/00221 Correspondence : Gordon Zahn 1970/0503
letter to Irene ~ animal talk. telling her, Audrey and "all" to stop worrying as he went off the fast. Ruby has a cold again and should stop smoking. will be leaving for Dublin on March 21st and returning on April 5th.
- CZHN 6/08079 Correspondence : Audrey M. Livernois, Asst. Manager- Sales and Distribution, Univ. of Toronto Press - Letter to Dr. Bernard E. Olson 1970/0504
Sends a copy of Zahn's book "Military Chaplaincy" for the Book Committee's reviewing needs for its nomination in 1970 Bibliography Books for Brotherhood.
- CZHN 9/12106 Corespondence : Ervin Nussbaum - Letter to Gordon 1970/0505
He has discussed schedules with Muriel and they are free the first week of June. He looks forward to their get together and notes that they are thinking of moving in the not so distant future. ~ CT
- CZHN 1/00233 Correspondence : Gordon Zahn 1970/0505
letter ~ very busy with talks and meetings. is going to Washington for an emergency demonstration, which is illegal and probably will have many arrests.
- CZHN 8/11675 Memo : Robert Gluckstern - Memo to the Deans, Department heads and Faculty 1970/0506
The Board of Trustees approved the document 'Faculty Senate UM/Amherst Proposal on Faculty Participation in University Government - June 1969', which is attached. He explains the consequences of their decision and whatever changes it may incite. ~ MA
- CZHN 4/04650 Document : Article: Currier, Ann-Mary 1970/0513
An article entitled "Cardinal says respect dissent; don't abuse it". ~ Cardinal Cushing believes that Americans will lose their most precious values if they suppress the right of dissent or allow it to deteriorate into violence. Gordon wants the 300 women to take the issues of war in Southeast Asia and dissent to local parishes. He told the women they could be effective in setting up information booths, workshops similar to those at struck universities, or "some form of opposition to an unjust war" in local parishes.
- CZHN 5/07406 Correspondence : Gordon C. Zahn - Letter to Local Board No. 161 1970/0518
Zahn writes to the Local Board No. 161 of Worcester, Massachusetts to support Ronald P. Anton's application for the I-O classification.
- CZHN 6/08073 Correspondence : T. L. Jones, Secretary - Letter to Zahn 1970/0518
Jones notifies Zahn of having sent a copy of his book to Hans-Dieter.
- CZHN 9/12461 Correspondence : Cardinal Cushing - Letter to Gordon 1970/0519
He thanks Gordon for his latest donation to Newman fund. ~ MA
- CZHN 9/12085 Correspondence : S. H. Kelley - Letter to Gordon on behalf of the New England Telephone Co. 1970/0519
They have received his refusal to pay the tax on his telephone bill and under the obligation of the company to the IRS they must report him. ~ MA
- CZHN 6/08089 Document : Article: Calgary - Book summary 1970/0522
Summarizes Zahn's "The Military Chaplaincy. "
- CZHN 7/10261 Correspondence : John Howells - Letter to Gordon 1970/0522
outling the evening for the first annual meeting. ~ Portland, Maine
- CZHN 6/08665 Correspondence : Eileen - Letter to Gordon 1970/0524
Happy he can come to the meeting on June 5th; wishes he could have been there for the prayer service in front of the White house. Erik Erikson consented to come the upcoming conference. ~ New York
- CZHN 7/10271 Outline : - Outline 1970/0526
Outline of the Inter-Confessional Conference on Religion in the United States, including the directory of the members of hte Graymoor Ecumenical Institute. ~ Garrison, NY
- CZHN 4/05381 Letter : Gordon Zahn 1970/0529
Letter to the Director of Graduate Studies at the U of Kentucky ~ Gordon writes to recommend James Alfieri to be accepted into their graduate program.
- CZHN 7/10304 Newspaper Article : Gordon Zahn - Article, "The Liberal Christians'" 1970/0530
The article is about liberal Christians "awakening in America a sense of social consciousness and responsibility". ~ Boston, MA ~ The Globe
- CZHN 9/12097 Bill : New England Telephone 1970/0531
For the period ending 05/31/70 Gordon owes $11.66. ~ MA
- CZHN 1/00241 Correspondence : Gordon Zahn 1970/0602
letter ~ broke his Sony radio this morning.
- CZHN 7/10259 Correspondence : John Howells - Letter to Gordon 1970/0603
enclosing a copy of the invitation card. Also Howells plots out Gordon's possible travel to arrive at the event. ~ Maine
- CZHN 7/10260 Newspaper Article : - Article, "Goodwin, Zahn to Talk at SANE Session Here". 1970/0604
Article discussing the upcoming talk promoting a SANE world which will take place in Portland featuring talks from Goodwin, Kennedy, McCarth, and Prof. Zahn. ~ Portland, Maine ~ Portland Press
- CZHN 6/08078 Correspondence : Audrey M. Livernois, Asst. Manager, Sales and Distribution, Univ. of Toronto Press - Letter to Gordon Zahn 1970/0605
Livernois sends some thoughts on Zahn's book on the Military Chaplaincy and encloses a copy of a letter to the Editor of Books for Brotherhood regarding his book.
- CZHN 7/10266 Correspondence : Dave O'Brien - Letter to Gordon 1970/0607
A thank you letter to Zahn for his participation in submitting an article that is now being edited. ~ Worcester, MA
- CZHN 9/12458 Correspondence : Cardinal Cushing - Letter to Gordon 1970/0612
Thanks him again for another donation to the Newman fund, and notes that the imprisoned priests in Wisconsin have decided to do pastoral work once they are released. ~ MA
- CZHN 7/10303 Newspaper Article : - Article, "Timely subjects". 1970/0614
The following article is about obligations, featuring essays on disobedience, war, and citizenship. ~ Boston, MA ~ The Globe
- CZHN 7/10287 Correspondence : David Moberg - Letter to Gordon 1970/0619
enclosing his manuscipt, "Self-Perceptions of the Military Chaplain" with copies of the evaluations of four reviewers. Moberg suggests that Gordon add subheads at appropriate points and make adaptations in style so that the work may be published at a later time. ~ New York, NY
- CZHN 6/08889 Correspondence : Suzanne Belate - Letter to Gordon 1970/0620
Got his name as someone who be interested in helping a destitute family and would like to use him as a reference for a course she hopes to teach. ~ Belmont, Ma
- CZHN 7/10293 Correspondence : John Donovan - Letter to Gordon 1970/0624
advising him that Sociology of Religion program for the ASA convention has been completed a enclosed is a copy. Also Donovan gives Zahn the address of Prof. Fichter so he may send his final draft of his manuscipt. ~ Chestnut Hill, MA
- CZHN 9/12098 Bill : New England Telephone 1970/0630
For the period ending 06/30 Gordon owes $8.97. ~ MA
- CZHN 9/12074 Correspondence : Edward Finn of the US Treasury Department - Letter to Gordon 1970/0630
He states that Gorodn still owes a balance of $3.25, and they are acknowledging the receipt of his letters. Finn states that they will be forced to file a tax lien on his property should Gordon decide not to pay his balance. ~ MA
- CZHN 9/12653 Progress Report : Amparo Lopez - Letter to Gordon describing Matiz Francisco 1970/07
This year he completed third grade with good marks and is now attending fourth grade at a public school. They note how he likes to spend his time, that his mental and physical development is normal, and his family's situation. At the moment the most problematic factor is his mother's recurring kidney troubles and rheumatism. ~ Colombia
- CZHN 9/12649 Progress Report : Teresita Dizon - Report to Gordon on behalf of Foster Parents Plan, Inc. 1970/07
Discusses the situation of Josefino Esquerra, who is is now inhis second year of highschool. They discuss the situation of his siblings, some of which are married and living independently, his mother and their monthly expenses and how money is delegated for these expenses. ~ Phillipines
- CZHN 7/10302 Newspaper Article : - Article, "Pros and Con Debate Military Chaplain Role". 1970/0704
The article is about former Air Force chaplain charged with the structure of the military system forcing him into a "morally ambiguous position". ~ Boston, MA ~ The Pilot
- CZHN 7/10295 Correspondence : Richard Moore - Letter to Gordon 1970/0717
suggesting ideas for his seminar on Peace in the 70s: A Challenge to the Church, in which he tells Gordon to review the churches past teachings on peace leading to Vatican II. ~ Providence, Rhode Island
- CZHN 9/12108 Correspondence : Ervin Nussbaum - Letter to Gordon 1970/0718
Updates about his general life, noting his shopping around for land to buy for a future home site, his last week of remaining vacation and how he plans to use it. ~ CT
- CZHN 7/10288 Newspaper Article : Gordon Zahn - Article, "Abstract Study Neutralizes Man's Anguish". 1970/0718
The article is about the obligations, essays on disobedience, war, and citizenship. ~ Boston, MA ~ The Pilot
- CZHN 9/12497 Correspondence : Cardinal Cushing - Letter to Gordon 1970/0801
He thanks Gordon for the gift to Newman work and for the issue of Peace, pertaining to the draft. ~ MA
- CZHN 9/12099 Correspondence : New England Telephone bill and attached letter from Gordon 1970/0815
Explaining the portion Gordon intends to pay. The bill for the period ending 07/31 for a total of $15.05 is attached to a copy of Gordon's letter explaining that he will deduct $1.10 from the enclosed bill for reasons specified in a phone call between the company and him. He also states that for the sake of preventing confusion he is suspending his refusal of the federal phone tax for the month. ~ MA
- CZHN 7/10300 Flier : Providence College - Flier for the 70s Decade of Hope 1970/0821-
Flier asking people to be a part of the future of religious education outlining the schedule of events to take place at the talks. ~ Providence, RI
- CZHN 9/12083 Correspondence : Gordon Zahn - Letter to IRS 1970/0825
He states that he received their most recent yet undated notice. He requests that they date them and keep order of procedures for their protection and his. He notes that he will be away a few weeks and that he will maintain his protest, with the knowledge that they will get the tax either way but that he will maintain his position. ~ MA
- CZHN 5/07410 Correpondence : B. J. Duffy, Jr., M.D. - Letter to the editor of The Boston Globe 1970/0828
Duffy comments that he finds the the editorial titled "Criminal for Peace" a good one. He commends Gordon Zahn for the piece.
- CZHN 9/12100 Bill : New England Telephone 1970/0831
For the period ending 08/31 Gordon owes $8.42. ~ MA
- CZHN 6/08458 Correspondence : Hans-Dieter Bramberg - Letter to Dr. Zahn 1970/0831
Yes, by Clemens ~ He is writing a book called "Pastorial Duties in the German Army" and would like to hear Dr. Zahn's criticisms of his work. He will send him a copy of his review of Dr. Zahn's work and would like any material on US military chaplains during the wars in Korra and Vietnam. ~ Westfalische, Germany
- CZHN 8/10572 Document : Article: Gordon Zahn - Critique 1970/09
Zahn on Herman Graml's book, THE GERMAN RESISTANCE TO HITLER. ~ Boston, MA
- CZHN 7/10263 Document : Article: Dave O'Brien - Article to the contributors towards a Catholic Radicalism. 1970/0901
Letter to the contributors towards a Catholic Radicalism informing them about the new approach they are taking broadening contributions to establish a new dimension to the essay on European Catholic radicalism.
- CZHN 4/05531 Letter : Tom Cornell 1970/0902
Letter to Gordon Zahn ~ Tom thanks Gordon for the check, tells him about a guy who is working and living with them for the summer, talks of Jim working out of Emmaus House and talks of summer.
- CZHN 5/07664 Correspondence : F. P. Bradford - Letter to Gordon Zahn 1970/0903
Bradford writes in regards to the Tax Reform Act 1969 and the Franz Jaegerstaetter Foundation.
- CZHN 9/12082 Notice : IRS - Final Notice before Seizure 1970/0909
They state that should Gordon not pay his specified balance of $2.70 they will be forced to seize the amount. ~ MA
- CZHN 9/12081 Correspondence : Gordon Zahn - Letter to John Goodrich of IRS 1970/0915
He has received their final notice and poses questions that he asked before and received no response to. He questions the amount and the periods taxed and asks that they keep in mind that he attempted to cooperate but was denied the information to do so. ~ MA
- CZHN 4/05530 Letter : Tom Cornell 1970/0916
Letter from Tom to Gordon. ~ Tom writes to tell Gordon about the FOR staff retreat, and talks about CPF's finances and growth.
- CZHN 9/12498 Correspondence : Cardinal Cushing - Letter to Gordon 1970/0922
He thanks him for the gift to Newman work and states that he does not know his successor personally and that he will find retirement boring and lonesome. ~ MA
- CZHN 9/12062 Correspondence : Gordon Zahn - Letter to the Sirs at Capitol Bank and Trust Co. 1970/0926
Gordon notifies them that he received the August statement and that the IRS will soon enlist their aid in a tax levy against him. He explains his protest and requests that they not punish him with exorbitant fees for the processing of the IRS levy. He notes the "criminal balance" of $2.69. ~ MA
- CZHN 9/12101 Bill : New England Telephone 1970/0930
For the peroid ending 09/30 Gordon owes $10.22. ~ MA
- CZHN 6/08282 Correspondence : Richard Robbins - Professor of Sociology - Letter to Professor Gordon Streib 1970/1005
Robbins declines the position of Book review editor of Sociological Analysis, but suggests Gordon Zahn as a possibility.
- CZHN 4/05534 Letter : Beth Arnold, CPF 1970/1009
Letter to Gordon Zahn ~ Beth thanks Gordon for his generous spirit of sharing to CPF.
- CZHN 1/00235 Correspondence : Gordon Zahn 1970/1010
letter ~ very upset because he is forced to talk with 8 Agnew lovers. Was hungover from two Scotches. travel plans
- CZHN 1/00217 Correspondence : Gordon Zahn 1970/1011
letter to Irene Hollander and Ruby Kalmer ~ sending this letter to Germany with hopes of it catching up to them. rode in a chartered plane from Minneapolis to St. Cloud and back. saw Susan in Minneapolis.
- CZHN 6/08670 Correspondence : Eileen - Letter to Gordon 1970/1013
Wants to know how they should advertise the Day of Reparation. 2000 copies of Catholic, Conscience and the Draft have been sold. Attached note states that someone inserted a politicized pamphlet. The FBI offered to investigate, but they cannot accept their services. ~ New York
- CZHN 6/08279 Correspondence : Gordon F. Streib - Chairman, Publications Committee, ACSS - Letter to Professor Gordon Zahn 1970/1013
Streib tells Zahn of how pleased the Publications Committee is to hear of his taking the job of Book Review Editor of Sociological Analysis
- CZHN 4/05533 Letter : Paul Frazier, CPF 1970/1014
Letter to Gordon from Paul about the background of the Selective Service Task Force. ~ He says that he thinks CPF could meet with the task force and present its views. He says that other pacifist groups are not thrilled about attending the meeting with the task force because they don't think they are heard and it is a waste of time. He says CPF is preparing materials on this matter to meet with the task force if they are able, and will be working to solidify attitudes with other pacifist groups.
- CZHN 5/07529 Document : University of Massachusetts Boston - Annual Faculty Report 1970/1015
Lists courses offered, research, and services done by Zahn.
- CZHN 6/08077 Correspondence : Hilary S. Marshall, Manager- Sales and Distribution, University of Toronto Press - Letter to Gordon Zahn 1970/1021
Marshall shares some thoughts on the reviews on Zahn's book regarding Military Chaplaincy.
- CZHN 7/10309 Correspondence : John Ryan - Letter to Gordon 1970/1023
complementing him on his recent piece in Commonweal. He also gives Zahn the idea for his next piece that he should discuss violence. ~ Goffstown, New Hampshire
- CZHN 6/08280 Correspondence : Bro. Eugene Janson, SM - Executive Secretary, American Catholic Sociological Society - Letter to Dr. Gordon Zahn 1970/1024
Janson sends Zahn the first book to be reviewed by Zahn as the new book review editor. Janson congratulates him.
- CZHN 6/08278 Correspondence : Gordon Zahn - Professor of Sociology - Letter to Gordon F. Streib 1970/1026
Zahn informs Streib that he'd be happy to take on the job for the ACSS. He asks about the mechanics for reviews.
- CZHN 4/05034 Letter : Sanford Gottlieb 1970/1030
Executive Director of SANE ~ Letter to Gordon Zahn ~ Sanford tells Gordon that he was elected to the National Board of SANE and asks him to serve on SANE's Policy Committee.
- CZHN 9/12102 Bill : New England Telephone 1970/1031
For the period ending 10/31 Gordon owes $10.75. ~ MA
- CZHN 6/08076 Document : Article: Peter McHugh - A book review. 1970/11
McHugh reviews Zahn's "The Military Chaplaincy: A Study of Role Tension in the Royal Air Force."
- CZHN 9/12812 Correspondence : Tom Merton - Letter to Gordon 1970/1111
Tells Gordon that he is on trial for a very minor demonstration, but that the district attorney is making a big thing out of it. He believes that the district attorney is doing this to make an example out of them.
- CZHN 1/00219 Correspondence : Gordon Zahn 1970/1112
letter to "Nu" ~ still has a very sore foot. Travel plans to Milwaukee to visit them next week.
- CZHN 6/08267 Correspondence : Robert Hassenger - Letter to Mr. Gordon Zahn 1970/1117
Hassenger sends some documents, including a revised evaluation form, for Zahn's reactions. (Documents are not attached.)
- CZHN 4/04901 Correspondence : Justus George Lawler 1970/1118
Second page of two paged letter. Contents and whereabouts of first page unknown. ~ Letter dictated, but not read. If Gordon has time for a stopover let them know. They could get together at Uno's.
- CZHN 6/08281 Correspondence : Gordon Zahn - Letter to Brother Eugene Janson 1970/1123
Zahn asks about the mechanics of the new job he accepted (Book review editor).
- CZHN 9/12273 Correspondence : Gordon Zahn - Letter to Cardinal Dearden 1970/1124
Gordon mentions the numerous letters he has sent and the responses he has not received. He reminds the Cardinal of the suggestion he has been making for over a year now, which has gone ignored, and why he feels his suggestion would be effective. His suggestion is that the Cardinal issue a call for a national day of reparation for the atrocities committed by American armed forces. ~ MA
- CZHN 9/12456 Correspondence : Archbishop Medeiros - Letter to Gordon 1970/1125
He thanks Gordon for the donation to the Newman Apostolate, and for his comments concerning the draft counselling center. ~ MA
- CZHN 8/10377 Correspondence : Oliva Blanchette - Letter to Gordon 1970/1126
inquiring if he would write an article for their periodical, PROJET. She further lists the possible article topics and asks for correspondence as to whether he accepts. ~ Paris
- CZHN 6/08072 Correspondence : A. J. Bedford, Administrative Assistant - Letter to Gordon Zahn 1970/1127
Bedford thanks Zahn on behalf of the Vice-Chancellor and requests some information on two of Zahn's previous works.
- CZHN 6/08265 Correspondence : Bro. Eugene Janson, SM - Letter to Dr. Gordon Zahn 1970/1127
Janson informs Zahn about the process of receiving books where a stack will go to Fordham and then someone sends them to Zahn.
- CZHN 8/11673b Memo : Office of Provost - regarding the handling of personal grievances - to all faculty members 1970/1130
Discusses the decision of a recent faculty meeting, in which a change in the Faculty Senate Constitution occurred. They outline the importance of the decision and how it will affect grievances brought to the attention of the Tenure and Grievance Committee. ~ MA
- CZHN 7/09426 Document : Article: Gordon Zahn - "The Berrigans: radical activism personified". 1970/12
An attention grabber: be rather suspicious of what seems to be a growing willingness to accept violence as a tactic. ~ Catholic World
- CZHN 5/07405 Correspondence : Lucille Berrien, Kay Camp, Theirrie Cook, Stony Cooks, Rennie Davis, Dave Dellinger, William Douthard, Dick Fernandez, David Ifshin, Professor Don Kalish, Stewart Meacham, Professor Sidney Peck, Martha Vincinus, and Trudi Young - Memorandum to National and Regional Groups 1970/1202
Informational memorandum regarding the National Meeting, Chicago, January 8-10, 1971. The memo requests a registration fee and housing accomodation requests.
- CZHN 9/12455 Correspondence : Archbishop Medeiros - Letter to Gordon 1970/1203
He thanks Gordon for the $100 donation to the Campaign for Human Development. ~ MA
- CZHN 6/08266 Correspondence : Gordon Zahn - Professor, Department of Sociology and Anthropology - Letter to Robert Hassenger 1970/1203
Zahn sends a review he is quite dissatisfied with. He also mentions some things going on at UMB including the decision of the Chairman to resign. Actual review is not attached.
- CZHN 6/07830 Correspondence : Archbishop Roberts - Letter to Gordon Zahn 1970/1206
Roberts writes to share with Zahn what he's been doing (lecturing at universities and interviews). He also commends Zahn for his works. Also, he adds perosnal thoughts about the events around him.
- CZHN 1/00245 Correspondence : Gordon Zahn 1970/1206
letter ~ thanking them for signing the petition. travel plans. visited Erv Nussbaum. saw Hair and thought it was all right.
- CZHN 6/08240 Correspondence : Bob Hassenger - Letter to Gordon Zahn 1970/1207
Hassenger suggests considering Andy Weigert for reviews in the Sociology of Religion.
- CZHN 1/00225 Correspondence : Gordon Zahn 1970/1208
letter to Irene, "doll" ~ Gerry and Leon came out to visit for a couple of days.
- CZHN 5/07412 Correspondence : Father Nerin - Letter to Godron Weil 1970/1210
Nerin explains that there has been a delay with the list in New York City. He also presents the idea of forming "a new national organization and campaign to solicit from individual Americans a huge sum of money and volunteer personnel which would be at the disposal of the North and South Vietnamese in order to rebuild their country once the fighting has stopped."
- CZHN 8/11162 Correspondence : Olivia - Letter to Gordon 1970/1210
They have received his acceptance of a request to write and article for PROJECT and are looking forward to working with him. They detail what is needed and when, setting up appointments for further correspondence.
- CZHN 9/12494 Correspondence : Archbishop Medeiros - Letter to Gordon 1970/1215
He thanks Gordon for the $50 contribution to Newman work. ~ MA
- CZHN 6/08254 Correspondence : Robert J. McNamara - Letter to Professor Gordon Zahn 1970/1215
McNamara explains some of the processes that have taken place that pour over to Zahn's time as Book Review Editor for Sociological Analysis.
- CZHN 1/00240 Correspondence : Gordon Zahn 1970/0214
letter to Audrey, John and all ~ is doing a fast, which will happen one day a week from Ash Wednesday to Passover, as a war protest. will be giving a sermon on the My Lai massacre on Sunday. mentions a funeral that has something to do with John. mentions that the people at Loyola Chicago made three requests that he come back (no way). is very tired as a result of the fast.
- CZHN 1/00223 Correspondence : Gordon Zahn 1970/0216
letter ~ Happy Washington's Birthday. spent all day Sunday at church, as he was asked to give the sermons on the My Lai Massacre. travel plans.
- CZHN 1/00246 Correspondence : Gordon Zahn 1970/0717
letter ~ he has gained a lot of weight. thanking everyone for his visit with them. complaining because the dog is not trained well enough and is able to get away with everything. baseball talk.
- CZHN 1/00243 Correspondence : Gordon Zahn 1970/0319
letter ~ is leaving Saturday for Ireland. having problems with his feet. has been talked into taking responsibility for a Thomas Merton Book.