Documents Arranged Chronologically
- CZHN 4/05455 Document : Minutes for faculty meeting, Dept. of Sociology for Sept. 27. 1971/0927
Continuation of the discussion of the Chancellor's insistance that the department split into two colleges--general discussion about the logistics of it. They motioned to establish separate chairmen and separate personnel committees.
- CZHN 9/12254 Correspondence : Gordon Zahn - Letter to Jim 1971/0929
He encloses his article from Commonweal and offers an article to them. He asks for alternate suggestions if they find the article too long and thanks them for the extra check on the abortion piece. ~ MA
- CZHN 6/08199 Correspondence : Gordon Zahn - Professor of Sociology - Letter to Professor P. C. Sharma 1971/0930
Zahn informs Sharma of the process for the publication of his Wiseman review in Sociological Analysis.
- CZHN 6/08190 Correspondence : Gordon Zahn, Professor - Letter to Dr. Hans Moll 1971/0930
Zahn sends Moll 2 books mentioned in previous correspondence.
- CZHN 6/08225 Correspondence : Robert Hassenger, Editor, Sociological Analysis - Letter to Professor Gordon C. Zahn 1971/0930
Hassenger tells Zahn that he would like to see J. D. Y. Peel's book reviewed in Sociological Analysis. He attached a copy of a review in Sunday's "Times."
- CZHN 5/07588 Document : FOR - Statement of Income and Expenses 1971/0930
Lists the budget of the For for 5 months.
- CZHN 9/12652 Correspondence : Matiz Francisco - letter to Gordon, his foster father 1971/10
He is studying hard to pass the school year and plays soccer in a local park. He watches television at his friends homes and notes that his brothers are not working and so his mother carries the expenses alone. ~ Colombia
- CZHN 5/07590 Document : Hannes de Graaf - Chairman of the International FOR 1971/10
Typed preliminary paper ~ Titled "Thoughts from the Chairman," de Graaf discusses the implications of pacifism in today's world.
- CZHN 1/00274 Correspondence : Gordon Zahn 1971/1003
letter to "doll" ~ sent away for a pornographic picture deal, but ended up being had. more talk about fixing the house.
- CZHN 9/12410 Correspondence : Richard Robbins / Dick - Letter to Gordon 1971/1004
He states that he will hold all Gordon has said about the college split in confidence, and questions what the benefit of hurrying is in education. He says he sees the merit in moving over colleges though does not want to desert Daisy. ~ Leicester
- CZHN 8/10532 Correspondence : Jim Murphy - Letter to Gordon 1971/1006
informing him of how pleased he was that he could visit and talk and he looks forward to seeing him again. ~ Schenectady, NY
- CZHN 9/12409 Correspondence : Dick - Letter to Gordon 1971/1008
He would very much llike to join the college Gordon is now at though is waiting to get word from Jim, which he expects within the next few weeks. He will start lectures soon, and notes the new life with student infusions. ~ Leicester
- CZHN 6/08168 Document : Prentice-Hall, Inc. - A book advance copy receipt 1971/1008
A receipt indicating that Prentice-Hall, Inc. had sent a copy of John Finley Scott's "Internalization of Norms: A Sociological Theory of Moral Commit. . . "
- CZHN 8/10493 Correspondence : Mary Armitage Kalellis - Letter to Mr. Gordon 1971/1012
stop making excuses for law breakers; a "man of the cloth should not break the law regardless of his philosophies". ~ Audubon, NJ
- CZHN 9/12526 Correspondence : Nick - Letter to Gordon 1971/1013
He confirms their last telephone conversation, and notes the airline schedules he has found asking Gordon which one he would prefer. ~ iA
- CZHN 6/08195 Correpsondence : Marcel - Letter to Dr. Gordon C. Zahn 1971/1014
The author informs Zahn that reviewing the book on the California rent strike is not possible for him at the time do to research projects he has to work on, but he recommends checking with John Lennon.
- CZHN 5/07584 Correspondence : Kay Johnson - Letter to National Council Members 1971/1015
Johnson mentions about how things went well for the Search and Personnel Committee and the Executive Committee meeting with the entire program staff.
- CZHN 8/10562 Correspondence : Frances Crowe - Letter to Gordon Zahn 1971/1016
travel and lecture arrangements for his talk on War and the Christian Conscience. ~ Cambridge, MA
- CZHN 6/08198 Correspondence : Gordon C. Zahn - Letter to Professor Robert Hassenger 1971/1018
Zahn sends another review and comments on his disappointment as the books they review tend not to relate to their new special focus. (Review is not attached.)
- CZHN 9/12443 Correspondence : Gordon Zahn - Letter to Donald Thorman of the National Catholic Reporter 1971/1018
He thanks him for the kind response to his recently published piece in Saturday Review, and further inquires about the kind of piece NCR would like from Gordon. He notes an open letter he presently has and describes why he feels it would be an appropriate piece for NCR readers. ~ MA
- CZHN 8/10542 Correspondence : Bro. Philip Valley - Letter to Mr. Zahn 1971/1019
to Mr. Zahn thanking him for accepting their invitation for him to speak with them on the topic of "The war, the church, and a vocation called Peace". ~ Manchester, NH
- CZHN 9/12440 Correspondence : Gordon Zahn - Letter to Archbishop Medeiros 1971/1019
He discusses his serious dissappointment with a letter from the bishop in which it illustrated a lack of responsiveness on the part of Church leadership. He explains his view, and the recently published article he wrote on the subject, and notes upcoming articles of his on the subject. ~ MA
- CZHN 8/10565 Correspondence : Robert Drinan - Letter to Gordon 1971/1019
congratulating him for his excellent article on the scandal of silence. ~ Washington, D. C.
- CZHN 8/10557 Correspondence : Allan Brick - Alfred Hassler 1971/1020
Letter to Gordon Zahn ~ A letter to Gordon inquiring as to whether he would write a commentary on "What is the role of a religious pacifist organization in society today?". Also they invite him to attend the National Council Meeting to take part in the discussion. ~ New York, NY
- CZHN 4/05453 Document : Minutes of faculty meeting of Dept. of Sociology for Oct. 20. 1971/1020
Discussion concerning department slots, committees, and division of colleges. Chancellor Broderick sent a memo approving the division of the colleges and a list of guidelines as well.
- CZHN 8/10558 Memorandum : Allan Brick - Alfred Hassler - to National Council Meeting 1971/1020
enclosing the requested copies of the outgoing letters to individuals selected to present papers to the National Council. ~ New York, NY
- CZHN 8/10463 Document : Article: Gordon Zahn - "The Scandal of Silence" 1971/1022
about the false impression that the formal leadership of the Church has been a source of consistent, though restrained, opposition to the war. ~ Commonweal ~ Boston, MA
- CZHN 7/09414 Document : Article: Gordon Zahn - "The Scandal of Silence". 1971/1022
An article touching on the newest opposition to the war by the Catholic Church and their recent reformation to the belief that war is immmoral. ~ ~ Commonweal, Volume XCV No. 4
- CZHN 7/09429 Document : Article: Gordon Zahn - Article in Commonweal "The Scandal of Silence". 1971/1022
This article is about the Church's responsibility in guiding the nation with moral issues during war. ~ Commonweal
- CZHN 9/12439 Correspondence : Archbishop Medeiros - Letter to Gordon 1971/1022
He thanks Gordon for the further donations and goes on to discuss a recent open letter between he and Gordon. He explains the view of bishops collectively and notes that the Pope's Justice and Peace Commission statements should be taken into consideration. ~ MA
- CZHN 8/10535 Correspondence : James O'Gara - Letter to Gordon 1971/1022
informing him that they have hardly any press publicizing his piece after their numerous attempts. ~ New York, NY
- CZHN 9/12103 Correspondence : William Buzick - Letter to Gordon 1971/1022
On behalf of the Consolidated Foods Corporation he thanks Gordon for the suggestion that their Board should eventually include consumer / public representatives, but he states that the outside directors already qualify in these areas due to reputations for serving the public well. ~ IL
- CZHN 9/12408 Correspondence : Dick - Letter to Gordon 1971/1027
He finally spoke to Jim who urges that Dick remain in college, and with reference to many others' opinions he will stay. He is doing well and lectures are going smoothly, and he just got a piece in a publication. ~ Leicester
- CZHN 8/10501 Correspondence : Rev. Basil De Pinto - Letter to Mr. Zahn 1971/1027
to Mr. Zahn inviting him to participate in their discussion on war and peace, referring to the Indo-China conflict. ~ Providence, Rhode Island
- CZHN 4/05377 Letter : Gordon Zahn 1971/1027
Letter to Margaret Rumgarger, Secretary of AAUP ~ Gordon writes and encloses the AAUP questionnaires. He says that the University has no handbook and no official policy notation since it is a relatively new university.
- CZHN 8/10547 Correspondence : Bill Kasdorf - Letter to Dr. Zahn 1971/1028
to Dr. Zahn confirming his talk at the University Catholic Center. ~ Madison, WI
- CZHN 8/10544 Correspondence : Mrs. Norbert Winter - Letter to Mr. Zahn 1971/1029
thanking him for accepting their invitation to speak with them. Also he finalizing travel arrangements and presents the topic for the lecture. ~ Pittsburgh, PA
- CZHN 8/10567 Document : Article: Mark O. Hatfield - Unilateral Disarmament. 1971/11
also comments that Vietnam has created a situation in which the questions of war and defense are a national preoccupation.
- CZHN 5/07600 Document : "Thoughts from the Chairman" 1971/11
Talks about responsibilities involved with pacifism.
- CZHN 5/07599 Document : Culbert G. Rutenber - Titled "Statement from Culbert G. Rutenber on the Future and Function of a Religious Pacifist Organization Like the Fellowship of Reconciliation" 1971/11
Rutenber discusses some personal perspectives surrounding the processes Pacifist organizations undergo with the FOR in mind.
- CZHN 8/11159 Statement : Culbert Rutenber - Statement on Religious Pacifist Organizations Like the Fellowship of Reconciliation 1971/11
Discusses the future and function of such organizations and what he would personally like to see. ~ CA
- CZHN 6/08194 Correspondence : Gordon C. Zahn - Letter to Professor John Lennon 1971/1101
Zahn inquires about Lennon's interest in doing reviews for Sociological Analysis.
- CZHN 8/10508 Correspondence : James O'Gara - Letter to Gordon 1971/1101
enclosing the story from the Worcester Free Press. ~ New York, NY
- CZHN 9/12525 Correspondence : Nicholas Tormey - Letter to Gordon 1971/1101
He states that Gordon's recent Commonweal article was a blockbuster, and warns Gordon that some bishops are planning to boycott an upcoming workshop to express their dissatisfaction with the themes. ~ IA
- CZHN 6/08239 Correspondence : Robert Hassenger - Editor, Sociological Analysis - Letter to Professor Gordon C. Zahn 1971/1101
Weiner sends a copy of Andy Greeley's "Why Can't They Be More Like Us?" and suggests Hal Abramson as a reviewer.
- CZHN 9/12523 Correspondence : Nick Tormey - Letter to Gordon 1971/1103
He states his gratification with the picture of Gordon under the Bishop's CO statement, and encloses some news he thought Gordon would be interested in. ~ IA
- CZHN 6/08192 Correspondence : Prakash C. Sharma, Acting Chairman, Dept. of Sociology, Univ. of South Alabama - Letter to Professor Gordon C. Zahn 1971/1103
Sharma informs Zahn that he has re-read Wiseman's book and shortened the review from 5 to 3 pages in length.
- CZHN 8/10500 Correspondence : Rev. Basil De Pinto - Letter to Mr. Zahn 1971/1103
finalizes the meeting date; also informs Zahn that he is welcome to lecture and/or use media to help with his discussion. ~ Providence, RI
- CZHN 4/05452 Document : Minutes of faculty meeting for Dept of Sociology on Nov. 3, 1971 1971/1103
Pre-registration is discussed, final exams, honors program, and the pass-fail option.
- CZHN 9/12524 Newspaper Article : The Catholic Mirror, "Bishops Approve CO Status in Any, All Wars 1971/1104
With Gordon among three men pictured under the headline, the article outlines the recent approval and the events and reasoning expressed on the part of the Bishops. ~ IA
- CZHN 8/10543 Correspondence : Mrs. Norbert Winter - Letter to Prof. Zahn 1971/1107
requesting some biographical information which will be used for his introduction at the convention. ~ Pittsburgh, PA
- CZHN 8/11143 Workshop Manual : Council of Priests of the Diocese of Des Moines - Booklet for the clergy workshop of 11/07-11/09 of 1971. 1971/1107
Information for the workshop regarding itineraries, biographies of those sponsoring the event and detailed information on the subjects that will be covered over the next few days. ~ Des Moines, IA
- CZHN 5/07591 Correspondence : Allan Brick - Letter to Gordon Zahn 1971/1108
Brick thanks Zahn for writing a paper and presenting it to the Council for discussion which will be held Dec. 8.
- CZHN 6/08672 Correspondence : Bishop Thomas Gumbleton - Letter to Eileen 1971/1108
He would be honored to serve as the moderator for PAX. Attached is an inspirational piece entitled Fight Fear with Friendship ~ Detroit
- CZHN 6/08180 Correspondence : John J. Lennon - Letter to Dr. Gordon C. Zahn 1971/1109
Lennon informs Zahn that he would be happy to review the book on rent strike for "Sociological Analysis."
- CZHN 6/08196 Correspondence : Gordon C. Zahn - Letter to Professor Prakesh C. Sharma 1971/1110
Zahn thanks Sharma for the revised review.
- CZHN 6/08197 Correspondence : Gordon Zahn - Letter to Professor Robert Hassenger 1971/1112
Zahn sends another review as revised for Sociological Analysis and comments on the Skinner symposium. He also mentions that the Greeley book is being reviewed. (Review is attached.)
- CZHN 9/12509 Newspaper : Issue of American Report 1971/1112
Articles dealing with sociological issues in America, including violence in America, an eyewitness account of the Kent state shootings during an impromtu anti-war demonstration, escalated by police and a full analysis of the the events and responses in the "Kent" story.
- CZHN 8/10474 Calendar : Catholic Peace Fellowship - Northern New England Meeting 1971/1113
A scheduled outline for the Northern New England Meeting. ~ Vermont-New Hampshire-Maine
- CZHN 9/12519 Correspondence : Gordon Zahn - Letter to Msgr. Sampson 1971/1115
Gordon futher elaborates on his points made during their "mini-confrontation" at the Council Bluffs, regarding Vietnam and involvement in war. ~ MA
- CZHN 8/10559 Correspondence : Gordon Zahn - Letter to Al and Allan 1971/1116
to Al and Allan informing them of his travel arrangements. ~ Boston, MA
- CZHN 6/08182 Correspondence : Prakash C. Sharma, Chairman of the Department of Sociology, Univ. of South Alabama - Letter to Professor Gordon C. Zahn 1971/1116
Sharma tells Zahn about receiving multiple copies of Bell's book and that he would be happy to do reviews for him in the future.
- CZHN 9/12522 Correspondence : Rev. Frank Bognanno - Letter to Gordon 1971/1116
On behalf of the Diocese of Des Moines he thanks Gordon for conducting the workshop and they enclose $185 for Gordon's travel expenses. ~ IA
- CZHN 6/08181 Correspondence : Gordon C. Zahn - Letter to Professor Edna O'Hern 1971/1117
Zahn sends O'Hern a copy of the full text of his dissertation. Actual dissertation is not attached to the letter.
- CZHN 6/08179 Correspondence : Gordon Zahn - Professor of Sociology - Letter to Dr. John J. Lennon 1971/1117
Zahn sends the Brill book and assigns pages 500-750 for Lennon to review.
- CZHN 4/05462 Letter : Gordon Zahn 1971/1117
Letter from Gordon to Gene Sharp regarding his application for a position in the Sociology dept. at U Mass. ~ Gordon says that Sharp's vita is being reviewed. He also suggests that he attend a conference on "Religion as a Revolutionary Force," and says that he could probably get Sharp on the panel due to his background in Gandhian non-violence.
- CZHN 5/07589 Correspondence : Alfred Hassler - Letter to Gordon Zahn 1971/1119
Hassler acknowledges the receipt of Zahn's paper and writes briefly of how he feels about Zahn's works.
- CZHN 6/08071 Correspondence : Gordon Zahn - Letter to Mr. Hilary S. Marshall 1971/1119
Zahn requests 4 copies of "The Military Chaplaincy."
- CZHN 8/10574 Newspaper Article : Phillip Haslanger - "New Pacifism' for modern Catholics". 1971/1119
about Zahn's talk on pacifism for the modern Catholic and the Church's position. ~ The Daily Cardinal
- CZHN 8/10571 Newspaper Article : The Pittsburgh Press - Article, "Antiabortion, Peace Protests Called Similiar". 1971/1120
about Zahn's talk on the topic of abortion and peace. ~ Pittsburgh, PA
- CZHN 5/07602 Correspondence : Barton Hunter - Letter to Allan Brick and Alfred Hassler 1971/1122
Hunter replies to a letter sent by the addressees and answers their question to "What is the role of a religious pacifist organization?"
- CZHN 8/11157 Correspondence : Barton Hunter - Letter to Brick and Hassler 1971/1122
He addresses the question of their last letter, "What is the role of a religious pacifist organization in society today?" He suggest four points, and answers the question with his opinion.
- CZHN 8/11156 Correspondence : Edward Ericson - Letter to Mr. Brick and Mr. Hassler 1971/1122
Ericson replies to a letter of theirs, suggesting ways that they, as the leaders of the Fellowship of Reconciliation (FOR), lose the identity of religious motivation to appeal to more non-Catholic members so that they may gain and maintain a quality of witness on the character of spiritual, not religious life. ~ NY
- CZHN 5/07601 Correspondence : Edward L. Ericson - Member of Board of Leaders 1971/1122
Letter to Allan Brick and Alfred Hassler ~ Ericson writes of a few personal notes about the FOR in general in replying to a letter the addressees had sent.
- CZHN 9/12520 Correspondence : Gordon Zahn - Letter to Bishop Dingman 1971/1122
Gordon encloses a copy of the letter he sent to Msgr. Sampson, and notes his gratification on the recent actions of the National Conference regarding the war, and he hopes that efforts will be taken to see that it is followed through. ~ MA
- CZHN 9/12256 Correspondence : Gordon Zahn - Letter to Bishop O'Donnell 1971/1122
He is pleased by the actions taken by the bihsops and has taken the liberty of asking for assistance in the conscientious objection of a friend of his who has recently been drafted. He asks for a recommendation of the friends parole to be given favorable consideration by authorities. ~ WI
- CZHN 9/12438 Correspondence : Gordon Zahn - Letter to Cardinal Wright 1971/1122
Gordon lobbies for Cardinal Wright to suggest that the Pope issue an international day of remembrance of prisoners of conscience. ~ MA
- CZHN 9/12521 Correspondence : Gordon Zahn - Letter to Nick 1971/1122
He encloses a copy of his letter to Msgr. Sampson; Nick may show it to whomever he likes. He states that Bishop Washington's statements were a step in the right direction. ~ MA
- CZHN 5/07595 Correspondence : James S. Best - Editor of "Fellowship" 1971/1123
Letter to Gordon Zahn ~ Best thanks Zahn for the paper on the place of a religious pacifist organization in society in the current day.
- CZHN 9/12533 Correspondence : Msgr. Sampson - Letter to Gordon 1971/1123
He criticizes Gordon's most recent letter, his argument against war and his harsh critiques of the military, making slicing remarks against Gordon personally and academically. ~ IA
- CZHN 4/05451 Letter : Gordon Zahn 1971/1124
Letter to James Blackwell regarding travel expenses for attending a meeting in Chicago. ~ Zahn lists his travel expenses and waives his claim to reimbursement saying that he hopes future budgeting will allow for such things.
- CZHN 6/08238 Correspondence : Edna M. O'Hern - Note to Gordon, on 3x5 card with stamp. 1971/1126
O'Hern thanks Zahn for an abstract and book. Also, she mentions that the shelf copy of his dissertation has been stolen, but they have another copy from which they will xerox.
- CZHN 8/10570 Correspondence : Mrs. Norbert Winter - Letter to Prof. Zahn 1971/1126
thanking him for speaking at their convention featuring pacifism and abortion. ~ Pittsburgh, PA
- CZHN 9/12070 IRS Statement : Tax Due IRS 1971/1126
Gordon owes $2.25 in uncollected telephone tax. ~ MA
- CZHN 8/10575 Newspaper Article : "Church position on war, peace changing rapidly". 1971/1127
summarizes the talk Zahn gave at the University Catholic Center on the "great Catholic Conspiracy". ~ Madison, WI
- CZHN 5/07594 Correspondence : Allan Brick - Director of the National Program (FOR) 1971/1129
Letter to Gordon Zahn ~ Brick thanks Zahn for the paper he prepared for the National Council. Also, Brick goes into a brief discussion with some of the paper's content.
- CZHN 8/10539 Correspondence : Franklin H. Littell - Letter to Gordon 1971/1129
informing him that the Conference Volume on "The German Church Struggle and its Meaning for America" is now going to press. ~ Philadelphia, PA
- CZHN 8/10521 Correspondence : James E. Wood, Jr. - Letter to Prof. Zahn 1971/1129
to Prof. Zahn enclosing proofs of his article, "Catholic Opposition to Hitler: The Perils of Ambiguity". ~ Waco, TX
- CZHN 5/07596 Correspondence : Alfred Hassler - Letter to National Council Members 1971/1130
Hassler writes of some points to cover before the National Council meeting December 8-10.
- CZHN 6/08237 Correspondence : Gordon C. Zahn - Letter to Brother Eugene Janson 1971/1130
Zahn tells Janson that he needs a supply of padded envelopes for mailing books.
- CZHN 6/08234 Correspondence : Gordon C. Zahn - Letter to Mr. Andrew J. Weigert 1971/1130
Zahn asks Weigert if he'd be interested in reviewing "The Culture of Unbelief."
- CZHN 9/12069 Correspondence : Gordon Zahn - Letter to the IRS 1971/1130
Gordon explains his purpose of protest from the payment of his telephone tax and mentions the Catholic hierarchy in his support. ~ MA
- CZHN 8/10540 Correspondence : Rev. Cletus O'Donnell - Letter to Dr. Zahn 1971/1130
to Dr. Zahn informing him that although he was unable to go to his lecture at the University Catholic Center, he has heard nothing but good comments. ~ Madison, WI
- CZHN 8/10541 Correspondence : Rev. Frank Bognanno - Letter to Gordon 1971/1130
enclosing a check. Also Bognanno thanks Zahn for his contribution to the intellectual life of their priests. ~ Des Moines, IA
- CZHN 4/04936 Document : Gordon C. Zahn 1971/1201
The U. S. Church and Vietnam; Scandal of Silence ~ 5-page article as it appeared in the Los Angeles News Advocate Feature Section. This article is a re-print from the Commonweal. ~ General summizing on the part of Mr. Zahn re: the USCC researchers as well as Bishops' Christmas messages as well as their "tentative judgment that, on balance, the U. S. presence in Vietnam could be justified." Goes on to say that the agressive tone that the protesters have adopted can be blamed on those who were responsible for the atmosphere of frustration which forced protesters to extremes. ~ Toward A Better World ~ Los Angeles News Advocate ~ pages 13-18
- CZHN 9/12437 Correspondence : Gordon Zahn - Letter to Archbishop Medeiros 1971/1202
Gordon encloses another donation for Newman work and expresses his gratification for the National Conference address of itself to war. He pushes suggestions for directions he feel they should move in and issues they should address further and offers any consultation that may be needed to achieve to objectives he describes. ~ MA
- CZHN 6/08286 Correspondence : Gordon C. Zahn - Dr. James Wood - Letter to Dr. James Wood 1971/1203
Zahn asks Wood if he'd be interested in reviewing books for Sociological Analysis. He also lists 3 books as possibilities. On the bottom half, Wood replies that he will be unable to do any reviews as he's only a few months before a tenure decision.
- CZHN 6/08218 Correspondence : Gordon C. Zahn - Letter to Dr. James Stewart 1971/1203
Zahn asks Stewart if he would be interested in reviewing 2 books for Sociological Analysis. The books include Rejai's "Decline of Ideology?" and Bailey's "Gifts and Poisons."
- CZHN 4/05464 Letter : Peggy Marquis 1971/1203
Sociology, U Mass ~ Memo from Peggy to sociology dept. members regarding the departmental constitution. ~ Peggy points out that the recommendations made for constitutional revisions seem to indicate a lack of confidence in the Chairman. She asks if it is because of the position itself or because of her. She outlines their suggestions, gives her reactions, and says that they must come to an understanding or terminate the relationship.
- CZHN 9/12534 Correspondence : Gordon Zahn - Letter to Father Clarke 1971/1204
Another copy of the letter in entry #12531, with a copy of Msgr. Sampson's letter to the editor. ~ MA