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• CZHN 9/12453 Correspondence : Archbishop Medeiros - Letter to Gordon 1971/0521
  He thanks Gordon for his comments. ~ MA
• CZHN 9/12260 Correspondence : Thomas Gumbleton - Letter to Gordon on behalf of the Archdiocese of Detroit 1971/0521
  He will do his best to see that Gordon's article and proposal for an official day of reparation comes to the attention of other bishops. He appreciates Gordon's comments on his position concerning Lt Calley, but thinks the oppurtunity for a public statement could be misunderstood. ~ MI
• CZHN 6/08304 Invoice : University of California Press - A receipt. 1971/0524
  A receipt indicating that a copy of "Scholarship and Partisanship: Essays on Max Weber" by Reinhard Bendix and Guenther Roth has been sent.
• CZHN 8/11669 Memo : Freda Salzman - Complaint to the Tenure and Grievance Committee Board of Appeals 1971/0524
  Salzman files a complaint outlining the areas of disappointment with the behavior of the committee while handling her case, specifically citing such issues as refusals of copies of reports and forms she has requested and moments of rudeness from the committee. ~ MA
• CZHN 7/09390 Document : Article: Gordon Zahn - "A Religious Pacifist Looks at Abortion" 1971/0528
  Article by Zahn expressing his personal outlook on the subject of "free abortion on demand". He also feels that prenatal abortion has the same repercussions as the war which is the termination of human life. ~ Boston ~ Commonweal Magazine
• CZHN 7/09432 Document : Article: Gordon Zahn - "A Religious Pacifist Looks at Abortion". 1971/0528
  A pacifists views on the damnation of war and killing and yet a mild concern for the destruction of a human life in the womb. Zahn questions the moral standpoint of many in this article. ~ Commonweal
• CZHN 3/04086 Document : Article: Gordon Zahn 1971/0528
  A RELIGIOUS PACIFIST LOOKS AT ABORTION: Can One Absolutize the Right to Life? ~ An article appearing in the Commonweal. ~ This article explains Gordon's arguments against abortion. He believes it is murder and the claim that a fetus is property of the mother is also unfounded.
• CZHN 6/08305 Correspondence : Mrs. Grace Gordon Zahn - Secretary to Dr. H. Mol - Letter to Professor Gordon Zahn 1971/0529
  Gordon infoms Zahn that Dr. Mol is in Australia until September and that may be problematic for the reviews Zahn has requested.
• CZHN 9/12076 Note : M. C. Mitchell - Note to Gordon 1971/0602
  Amherst called to say they received a tax levy against Gordon for the sum of $6.25, which will be deducted from his 6/4/71 paycheck. ~ MA
• CZHN 9/12257 Correspondence : Gordon Zahn - Letter to John Cardinal Dearden 1971/0603
  Thanks for his reply. Does not agree that bishops have made themselves clear on the Church stance regarding Vietnam. He asks that the recipient exert leadership and notes the recent estimation of the death toll of My Lai about which the Church has still made no comment. ~ MA
• CZHN 6/08671 Correspondence : Eileen - Letter to Gordon 1971/0606
  Thanking him for coming to the meeting, says that it was the best one all year. ~ New York
• CZHN 8/11445 Correspondence : Henry Reinders - Letter to Mr Hollander 1971/0607
  A proposal for repairs to be done on the home recently purchased by Gordon, with work inclding residing and trim on the house and garage. ~ WI
• CZHN 9/12173 Note : Files on Gordon 1971/0607
  Notes Gordon'si nvolvement on masthead of Ramparts magazine, and briefly outlines his movement, career, and most recent published works.
• CZHN 6/08888 Correspondence : "Patterns of Religion" recruitment - Paragraph by Gordon Zahn and George Slover 1971/0608
  Feels that hands down Ray Bronk is the logical choice for the position.
• CZHN 9/12259 Correspondence : Charles Buswell - Letter to Gordon 1971/0610
  He thinks it is very sad that they have not taken a stronger position on the question of war and peace, and with Gordon's letter is more motivated to make the Bishops more alert of their responsiblilty to address the subject. ~ CO
• CZHN 5/07656 Correspondence : John T. McDonough - Letter to Gordon Zahn 1971/0610
  McDonough writes to Zahn about royalties of Franz Jaegerstaetter Foundation and the American PAX Society.
• CZHN 1/00253 Correspondence : Gordon Zahn 1971/0611
  letter to Gerry ~ bought a new record player. giving Christmas suggestions as to how he would like classical music records.
• CZHN 8/11435 Correspondence : Gordon Lewis - Letter to Gordon on behalf of Niles company 1971/0614
  His rent will increase $20 as his lease expires 08/31/71. They offer him a new lease for the next two years. ~ MA
• CZHN 9/12379 Newspaper Clippings : Robert Whitaker - From The Providence Journal, "Clergymen Express Regrets at Bishop Kelly's Decision" 1971/0615
  Discusses the regrets of other bishops and priests at the resignation of Bishop Kelly, the second in US to quit active ministry, in response to the unchanging structure and forms of Trent. ~ RI
• CZHN 5/07657 Correspondence : Gordon Zahn - Letter to John 1971/0617
  Zahn discusses possible solutions regarding events around the Franz Jaegerstaetter foundation fund discussion.
• CZHN 9/12089 Notice of Levy : IRS - Notice sent to the University of MA 1971/0618
  States that Gordon has a $3.07 Levy placed upon him. ~ MA
• CZHN 8/10528 Correspondence : Gordon Zahn - Letter to Mr. Gelatt 1971/0620
  enclosing his article corresponding with his previous letter. ~ Boston, MA
• CZHN 8/10564 Correspondence : Frances Crowe - Letter to Gordon Zahn 1971/0623
  suggesting possible travel arrangements for his lecture on WAR AND THE CHRISTIAN CONSCIENCE. ~ Northampton, MA
• CZHN 8/10536 Correspondence : David J. O'Brien - Letter to Mr. Zahn 1971/0624
  inviting him to speak at the College of the Holy Cross on the topic of war and the Christian conscience. ~ Worcester, MA
• CZHN 5/07653 Correspondence : Gordon Zahn - Letter to Fred (2 pages) 1971/0628
  Zahn explains some points regarding the Franz Jaegerstaetter Foundation and the Catholic Worker.
• CZHN 6/08285 Correspondence : W. Clark Roof - Assistant Professor - Letter to Professor Gordon C. Zahn 1971/0630
  Roof informs Zahn that he'll be able to review a book, but not until September. He'd prefer Fox's book, if possible.
• CZHN 9/12651 Progress Report : Amparo Lopez - Letter to Gordon discussing Matiz Francisco 1971/07
  Discusses the recent studies of Matiz, explaining that a change in teachers and illness has led him to do poorly this year, but notes that he has promised to do better. They discuss his family and their expenses, noting the manner in whoch they are paid and the benfit of Gordon's generous donations. ~ Colombia
• CZHN 9/12650 Progress Report : Teresita Dizon - Letter to Gordon on behalf of Foster Parents Plan, Inc. 1971/07
  Describes the recent progress in the situation of Josefino Esguerra who is now 14 and in the third year of highschool. They discuss his family and the delegation of funds for monthly expenses of the family. ~ Philippines
• CZHN 9/12374 Public Statement : Bishop Thomas Gumbleton - on the morality of the war 1971/0702
  He declares Vietnam to be an urgent moral question, and that "A citizen is untrue to his human dignity as an intelligent, compassionate person if he surrenders his conscience to his government in time of war." ~ NY
• CZHN 1/00280 Correspondence : Gordon Zahn 1971/0703
  letter ~ work news on the house. going to Pitsburgh. received a letter from Fanny. got really drunk the other night and can't remember the ride home.
• CZHN 6/08291 Correspondence : Prakash C. Sharma - Chairman, Department of Sociology, University of South Alabama - Letter to Professor Robert Hassenger 1971/0709
  Sharma informs Hassenger of his interest to review books for Sociological Analysis.
• CZHN 6/08251 Correspondence : Roger D. Irle - Director, University Honors Program, Northern Illinois University - Letter to Dr. Gordon Zahn 1971/0712
  Irle informs Zahn of his interest to review "The Ethical Imperative" by Richard Means, and "Looking For America" by Bennet Berger.
• CZHN 6/08255 Correspondence : Samuel A. Mueller - Letter to Gordon Zahn 1971/0712
  Mueller sends information on his skills as a reviewer and also lists some other possible people to consider as reviewers for Sociological Analysis.
• CZHN 3/04069 Correspondence : Ray 1971/0713
  A memo to Gordon Zahn. ~ Ray says it is helpful for Gordon to be directly informed of his feelings and concerns over the present Staff crisis. Gordon's input could be valuable at the Executive Committee on July 18.
• CZHN 1/00612 Correspondence : Stone, Melville E. - A letter to Gordon. 1971/0713
  She spoke to her boss, Irv Goodman, about the article Zahn is writing on THE CHRISTIAN ACCOMPLICE and the possibility of it turning into a short book.
• CZHN 6/08257 Correspondence : Robert Hassenger - Letter to the Publications Committee and Sociological Analysis Associate Editors 1971/0714
  Hassenger informs the addressees about possibly having a Denver Meeting.
• CZHN 3/04068 Correspondence : Ron 1971/0714
  A note to FOR National Council Members. ~ Talk about the memorandum being self-explanatory. The situation is serious.
• CZHN 5/07651 Correspondence : Gordon Zahn - Letter to Fred 1971/0715
  Zahn talks to the addressee about his plans of disbursements.
• CZHN 8/10482 Correspondence : Rev. George P. Lawless - Letter to Dr. Zahn 1971/0716
  inviting him to discuss his book with the students and faculty of Merrimack College. The suggested topic for his talk would be on war and peace. ~ North Andover, MA
• CZHN 8/10537 Correspondence : Gordon Zahn - Letter to Dave 1971/0720
  accepting his invitation to speak, but suggesting that due to morning classes a late afternoon / evening arrangement would work best for him. Enclosed with the letter is a schedule for the lectures at the talk on war and the Christian conscience. ~ Boston, MA
• CZHN 6/08224 Correspondence : Rev. Robert J. Mahoney, Ph.D. - Letter to Gordon Zahn 1971/0720
  Mahoney informs Zahn of his interest to review George Dalton's "Economic Development and Social Change."
• CZHN 8/11144 Correspondence : Sr. Joan Roche - Letter to Mr. Zahn 1971/0720
  She requests that he attend a gathering she is now forming for Sept. 18 to discuss pacifism. ~ Providence, RI
• CZHN 6/08256 Correspondence : Gordon C. Zahn - Professor of Sociology - Letter to Professor Robert Hassenger 1971/0728
  Zahn informs Hassenger that he will not make the Denver meeting. He also mentions the interest raised by the notice on the inside cover of the last issue regarding reviews.
• CZHN 6/08290 Correspondence : Gordon C. Zahn - Book Review Editor, Sociological Analysis - Letter to Dr. Prakesh C. Sharma 1971/0729
  Zahn asks Sharma to confirm his interest in reviewing books for Sociological Analysis.
• CZHN 5/07413 Correspondence : Gordon C. Zahn - Professor of Sociology at the U. of Mass. 1971/0729
  Letter to Roland Gelatt ~ Zahn writes a letter to accompany the revised article for Roland Gelatt. (The article is not attached to this item.)
• CZHN 8/10376 Correspondence : Russell Shaw - Letter to the Editors, newswriters 1971/0729
  attaching an extensive chronology of statements made by Catholic bishops on the topic of the Vietnam war. ~ Washington, D. C.
• CZHN 8/11446 Correspondence : Gordon Zahn - Letter to United Installation Service, Inc. 1971/0730
  He has decided that the expense for residing the house would be too expensive and will instead paint it. ~ MA
• CZHN 9/12530 Correspondence : James Jennings - Letter to Gordon 1971/0730
  He accepts Frank's invitation to participate in the Clergy Workshops and describes the intended activities and flow of the program. ~ Washington, DC
• CZHN 6/08666 Correspondence : Eileen Egan - Dennis Keegan - Letter to membership 1971/0801
  Informing members of recent events: revision of by-laws and merging with PAX Christi. ~ New York
• CZHN 6/08315 Correspondence : Peter M. Nardi - Postcard to Dr. Gordon Zahn 1971/0801
  Nardi expresses his interest to review for Sociological Analysis
• CZHN 8/10566 Document : Robert Drinan - Bill Frenzel - Congressional Record 1971/0802
  reporting on NATO troop strength. ~ Washington, DC
• CZHN 6/08250 Correspondence : Gordon Zahn - Letter to Mr. Roger D. Irle 1971/0802
  Zahn sends the Berger book to review for Sociological Analysis.
• CZHN 6/08284 Correspondence : Gordon Zahn - Professor, Department of Sociology and Anthropology - Letter to Dr. W. Clark Roof 1971/0802
  Zahn sends Roof 2 books for review for Sociological Analysis including Matthew Fox's "Religion: USA" and Irving Horowitz's "The Use and Abuse of Social Science."
• CZHN 6/08231 Correspondence : Gordon Zahn, Professor, Department of Sociology and Anthropology - Letter to Professor Samuel A. Miller 1971/0802
  Zahn lists 2 books in need of review for Sociological Analysis.
• CZHN 6/08309 Correspondence : Hans Mol - Letter to Professor Gordon C. Zahn 1971/0802
  Mol agrees to review two books Zahn has suggested but warns him of possibly being hard-pressed to have the copy in at his office before November.
• CZHN 6/08289 Correspondence : Prakash C. Sharma - Chairman, Department of Sociology, Univ. of South Alabama - Letter to Professor Gordon C. Zahn 1971/0802
  Sharma agrees to review Jacqueline P. Wiseman's book and R. R. Bell's book.
• CZHN 9/12504 Magazine : The Nation 1971/0802
  Issue focuses an article "Winning Hearts and Minds: The Theory and Fallacies of Counterinsurgency," discussing war and and international issues involved in war action. ~ NY
• CZHN 8/10481 Correspondence : Rev. George P. Lawless - Letter to Dr. Zahn 1971/0804
  thanks him for his confirmation for his presentation and outlines his travel plans. Lawless suggests that the date for the presentation should be changed and requests a reply from Zahn as to whether it is possible. ~ North Andover, MA
• CZHN 6/08245 Correspondence : Robert Hassenger - Letter to Gordon Zahn 1971/0805
  Hassenger mentions a missing carbon sent to Zahn regarding the Means book and also talks about the lack of reviewsin the first issue of vol. 32.
• CZHN 1/00255 Correspondence : Gordon Zahn 1971/0806
  letter to "Nu" ~ going to the dentist. had lunch with Rod Firth who is a prof. at Howard U. drank a few martinis.
• CZHN 6/08244 Correspondence : William Siverman - Assistant Professor, Washington Square College of Arts and Science, New York University - Letter to Dr. Gordon Zahn 1971/0806
  Silverman informs Zahn of his interest in serving as a reviewer.
• CZHN 8/11145 Correspondence : Sr. Joan Roche - Letter to Mr. Zahn 1971/0810
  She thanks him for accepting the invitation and gives him details of time and location. ~ RI
• CZHN 6/08288 Correspondence : Prakash C. Sharma - Chairman and Review Editor, International Review of Sociology - Letter to Professor Gordon C. Zahn 1971/0817
  Sharma sends Zahn the review of Bell's book, "Marriage and Family Interaction" and informs him that he has not received a copy of J. P. Wiseman's "People as Partners" to review. Review is not attached.
• CZHN 6/08669 Correspondence : Eileen - Letter to Gordon 1971/0819
  His presence brought a special quality of dignity to PAX conference. Thanks him for his donation. Should postpone group trip to Saigon. ~ New York
• CZHN 8/11434 Correspondence : Gordon C Lewis - Letter to Gordon 1971/0819
  They ask him to pay his rent at the same amount he did as of 08/01, since they are awaiting further economic developments. ~ MA
• CZHN 5/07676 Correspondence : Gordon Zahn - Letter to Rev. Gervase J. Soukup, O.S.B. 1971/0820
  Zahn explains how the liquidation process of the Franz Jaegerstaetter Foundation leads to the University receiving all remaining royalties and encloses a check. (attached to item 7677)
• CZHN 8/10548 Correspondence : Bill Kasdorf - Letter to Dr. Zahn 1971/0823
  to Dr. Zahn confirming the topic that will be lectured on at the University Catholic Center. ~ Madison, WI
• CZHN 5/07674 Correspondence : Fred - Letter to Gordon Zahn 1971/0824
  The author shares some thoughts about Zahn's "first paragraph," the dissolution of the Franz Jaegerstaetter Foundation, and lecture to Saint John's.
• CZHN 6/08246 Correspondence : Robert Hassenger - Letter to Professor Gordon C. Zahn 1971/0824
  Hassenger informs Zahn that he has taken the liberty of keeping the book on the letter attached (Bender book) and that he will send it to Zahn later on with a review written by him. (Corresponding to item 8247)
• CZHN 5/07675 Correspondence : Michael Bleckner - President of Saint John's University 1971/0825
  Letter to Gordon Zahn ~ Bleckner writes a thank you note for Zahn in designating Saint John's as the residual beneficiary of the Franz Jaegerstaetter Foundation.
• CZHN 9/12527 Correspondence : Nick - Letter to Gordon 1971/0825
  He discusses briefly the upcoming workshop at which he would like to have Gordon give two talks, one on the topic of Christian Peace Traditions, and notes the likely travel schedule Gordon would have to take. ~ IA
• CZHN 6/08297 Correspondence : Dr. Sylvester P. Theisen - Letter to Gordon 1971/0830
  Theisen, embarassed, confesses to losing the book by Walker on the Hitler Youth and apologizes for failing to fulfill Zahn's request to review the book.
• CZHN 8/10385 Correspondence : Richard Fernandez - Letter to Gordon 1971/0830
  enclosing three forms which the United Church Press have asked to be filled out. Also Fernandez informs Zahn that he will be sent two complimentary copies of the book upon publication. ~ New York, NY
• CZHN 8/10387 Document : Article: Gordon Zahn - Article, "The German Resistance to Hitler". 1971/09
  Gordon analyzes the book "The German Resistance to Hitler", particularly the topics of German resistance, resistance to the thinking of foreign policy, and resistance in the Labor Movement. ~ Boston, MA
• CZHN 8/11813 Bulletin : Gordon Zahn - Pax - featuring an article by Gordon: "Church as Accomplice" 1971/09
  American Chistian churches, like their Roman Catholic predecessors, become accomplices in war and war crimes. He examines how this has come to be and what can be done to move to a more truly pacificistic manner of being as a church.
• CZHN 8/10386 Agreement : - Agreement for release. 1971/0907
  A contract agreement for the release and assignment of publication rights for MILITARY CHAPLAINCY.
• CZHN 6/08249 Correspondence : Gordon C. Zahn - Book Review Editor, Sociological Analysis - Letter to Mr. Roger D. Irle 1971/0907
  Zahn informs Irle that the Means book has been received and that he was wondering if Irle was still interested in reviewing it for Sociological Analysis.
• CZHN 6/08313 Correspondence : Gordon C. Zahn - Letter to Dr. Margaret Bedard 1971/0907
  Zahn asks Bedard to review 2 books that he would like handled from the "woman's" point of view. (Attached with a carbon copy)
• CZHN 8/10531 Correspondence : Roland Gelatt - Letter to Mr. Zahn 1971/0907
  enclosing advanced copies of the September issue containing his article, "The Great Catholic Upheaval". ~ New York, NY
• CZHN 6/08243 Correspondence : Gordon C. Zahn - Letter to Professor Robert Hassenger 1971/0908
  Zahn approves the idea of Hassenger reviewing the Bender book and talks about some points with publishing reviews he gets.
• CZHN 6/08292 Correspondence : Prakesh C. Sharma - Chairman, Department of Sociology, University of South Alabama - Letter to Professor Gordon C. Zahn 1971/0909
  Sharma informs that he still has yet to receive a review copy of the "People as Partners" book by J. P. Wiseman.
• CZHN 6/08248 Correspondence : Roger D. Irle - Director, University Honors Program, Northern Illinois University - Letter to Mr. Gordon C. Zahn 1971/0909
  Irle agrees to review Means's "The Ethical Imperative" and mentions that the Berger book review will be in the mail the next week.
• CZHN 6/08236 Correspondence : Robert Hassenger - Editor, Sociological Analysis - Letter to Ms. Rhoda Gershnow 1971/0910
  Hassenger sends Gershnow the address of the review editor of Sociological Analysis
• CZHN 6/08235 Correspondence : Robert Hassenger - Editor, Sociological Analysis - Letter to Professor Gordon Zahn 1971/0910
  Hassenger informs Zahn of his requests to the Publications Committee and also sends a book that he mentioned he wanted to review earlier.
• CZHN 7/09425 Document : Article: Gordon Zahn - "The Great Catholic Upheaval". 1971/0911
  A Catholic opposition to war has spurred many to march with this belief which is actually steering many away from the real subject. ~ Saturday Review
• CZHN 6/08837 Document : Article: Gordon Zahn - The Great Catholic Upheaval 1971/0911
  The Berrigans are redefining the relationship between church and state based on issue of war and peace. ~ Saturday Review
• CZHN 8/10515 Newspaper Article : Gordon Zahn - "Herbert Read's Vision". 1971/0912
  about the later Herbert Read; also some predictions on the shape of the post-WWII world. ~ Boston, MA
• CZHN 8/10523 Correspondence : Robert Wood - Letter to Prof. Zahn 1971/0915
  Zahn has started a trend with his talks that he hopes will find the widest possible audience. ~ Worcester, MA
• CZHN 8/10524 Correspondence : James E. Wood, Jr. - Letter to Prof. Zahn 1971/0916
  Zahn's manuscript, "Catholic Opposition to Hitler: The Perils of Ambiguity" is scheduled for publication in their autumn issue. ~ Waco, TX
• CZHN 8/10525 Correspondence : Judy Bentley - Letter to Dr. Zahn 1971/0916
  enclosing the two letters to the editor commenting on his article. ~ New York, NY
• CZHN 8/10527 Newspaper Article : "See Catholics Escaping Just War Theory 'Trap'". 1971/0916
  about the grim realities of the modern war, the observation and analysis of Catholic views on the war, and also the morale of the committed nuns, priests and young people. ~ Davenport Catholic Messenger
• CZHN 9/12442 Correspondence : Gordon Zahn - Letter to Archbishop Medeiros 1971/0919
  He again sends an article of his which he feels would be of interest, and renews his request that the Archbishop make a statement against the war in Indochina, giving voice to the Vatican's "unequivocal and unhesitating condemnation" of such actions. ~ MA
• CZHN 8/10480 Correspondence : Rev. George P. Lawless - Letter to Prof. Zahn 1971/0921
  thanking him for confirming his arrival on February 15th for his presentation. ~ North Andover, MA
• CZHN 9/12441 Correspondence : Archbishop Medeiros - Letter to Gordon 1971/0922
  He thanks Gordon for a copy of his article and states that he has noted his concern for the inclusion of war in Vietnam as a topic at the forthcoming meeting of the NCCB. He has also noted Gordon's request for an appointment to discuss the matter. ~ MA
• CZHN 6/08316 Correspondence : Gordon C. Zahn - Letter to Mr. Peter M. Nardi 1971/0922
  Zahn asks Nardi to do a discussion review of three books including "Nebraska Symposium on Motivation," "Adolescent Socialization and Personality Development," and "Internalization of Norms."
• CZHN 4/05454 Document : Minutes of faculty meeting, Dept. of Sociology for Sept. 23. 1971/0923
  Discussion of the Chancellor's insistence that the department break into two colleges - a general sense of outrage over the decision.
• CZHN 5/07586 Correspondence : Executive Staff - Letter to Search, Personnel, and the Executive Committee. 1971/0924
  Discusses ideas surrounding vocational relationships as explored by the Executive Staff of the FOR.
• CZHN 6/08193 Correspondence : Peter M. Nardi - Letter to Dr. Gordon Zahn 1971/0925
  Nardi informs Zahn that he would prefer to review single books rather than the three that Zahn had offered. He has particular interest in the Glen Elder book.
• CZHN 5/07585 Document : Dorothy Brophy - Minute-taker 1971/0927
  Minutes (4 pages) ~ The minutes of the 09/27/71 meeting for the Executive Committee of FOR.
• CZHN 5/07587 Document : John M. Swomley, Jr. - Report of Search / Personnel Committee 1971/0927
  Lists recommendations agreed on by both committees to propose for change in relating to employment of personnel.

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