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• CZHN 4/05188 Letter, Document : Gordon Zahn 1980
  "Pacifism and Abortion" ~ Letter from Gordon to Cathy Stentzel, assistant to the editor of SOJOURNERS, with an attached article. ~ 8/18--Cathy writes Gordon with the guidelines for his article. 9/2--Gordon encloses his promised article and says that he has decided to suscribe to the magazine. In his article Gordon discusses the pacifist position on abortion. He talks of the fetus as a human life, how pacifists are most sensitive to the most vulnerable of society, and the total dependence of the unborn. He says it is tragic that the abortion issue has become confused with the struggle for women's liberation. 9/29 Cathy confirms that they received tha article and thanks Gordon for his contribution.
• CZHN 4/05145 Letters : Eileen of Pax Christi 1980
  2 letters from Eileen to Gordon Zahn ~ Eileen writes to Gordon asking him to write a bit about the origins of universal military conscription along with a short description of Franz Jaegerstaetter's influence on the issue. She writes again thanking him for the material and says that it us useful in pointing out that conscription may be against the U.S. Constitution. ~ 5/8, 6/19
• CZHN 4/05179 Letters : Gordon Zahn 1980
  Anthony Simon ~ Secretary of American Maritain Symposium ~ Several letters with attached information about the Maritain-Merton symposium and the schedule. ~ 3/20--Anthony thanks Gordon for his willingness to participate in the symposium and encloses information about the program themes, tone, focus, location, times, and participants of the symposium. 4/17--Gordon writes that he is honored by the invitation to participate, although he is yet unclear of what is expected of him. He also discusses travel plans. 6/18--Anthony writes a note regarding a few details about the symposium. 6/26--Gordon responds with information about his travel schedule and with information about the paper he is writing for the symposium.
• CZHN 4/05186 Letters : Gordon Zahn 1980
  Fr. Bernard Vedder ~ College of St. Thomas ~ Correspondence between Fr. Vedder and Gordon along with an attached flight schedule for Gordon. ~ 11/10--Vedder writes to confirm that Gordon will be giving a lecture on Christian pacifism at St. Thomas College and talks about the travel plans. 11/14--Gordon replys with his travel arrangements, living arrangements, payment, and says that the book War or Peace? The Search for New Answers by Thomas Shannon is dedicated to Gordon and may be of interest. 11/26--Vedder sends a check for Gordon's travel expenses and says that there is a request to broadcast Gordon's speech.
• CZHN 4/05142 Letters : Gordon Zahn 1980
  Mary Roth ~ Counselor at Draft, GI and Vets Counseling Center ~ Letter to Gordon From Mary with a "Counselors Newsletter" and an article from The New York Times attached. Gordon writes a reply letter to Mary. ~ Mary writes to Gordon to discuss at length the CO status issues by the Selective Service. She claims that some of Gordon's points only confuse the issue, rather than clarifying it, and that the educated can easily obtain CO status, but the undereducated do not even know about it. She includes a statement of "SSS Official's Attitude Toward COs" and an article entitled "Carter Urged to Define Penalties for Avoiding Draft" from The New York Times. Gordon replies thank you for your letter, that he thinks the public position of the Selective Service is a PR front and he is still very wary of it. ~ 8/14 (Mary), 8/30 (Gordon)
• CZHN 4/05512 Letters : Gordon Zahn 1980
  Olcutt Sanders, FOR ~ Olcutt sends out a general letter asking for financial support. Gordon responds to Olcutt. ~ Olcutt writes that the FOR National Council has called for an outreach program to expand its membership base. It requires an initial $50,000 before returns offset expenses, and an appeal for ten lenders of $5000 is made, saying they will be paid back in a year and a half. A personal note to Gordon asks if he will join a group of five in lending $1000 each. Gordon says he is willing to make the loan, however he thinks that each lender should be guaranteed to be paid back in full, even if it exceeds the 18-month time period. ~ 6/27, 6/26
• CZHN 4/05189 Letters : Gordon Zahn 1980
  Richard Dimler ~ Editor of THOUGHT ~ Short letters back and forth ~ 6/10--Richard says he would love to see Gordon's article on the Holocaust. 10/9--Gordon writes to ask what the status is on his "Holocaust" article.
• CZHN 4/05144 Letters : Gordon Zahn 1980
  Ruth Marshal ~ A series of letters between Ruth Marshal, a vocal feminist, and Gordon Zahn, with an exchange of letters ~ between Ruth and the editor of CHRISTIANITY AND CRISIS. ~ Ruth writes a scathing, sarcastic, and pointed letter to Gordon is response to an article on abortion he wrote that was published in CHRISTIANITY AND CRISIS. She also writes a letter to the editor. She discusses at length males' responsibility for the current state of the world, and aggressively attacks Gordon and his position on abortion. The editor responds defending Gordon, and Gordon also responds with his version of the issues. Ruth replies as to her stand on the issue and includes an article about male contraception for Gordon's benefit. ~ 1 letter from Ruth 7/13, last letter from Ruth 9/3
• CZHN 4/05196 Letters : Gordon Zahn 1980
  Walter Grazer ~ Bishop of Richmond ~ Correspondence with information attached about the Pax Christi regional meeting. ~ 9/10 Grazer writes Gordon thanking him for his willingness to be the keynote speaker at the regional Pax Christi meeting. 10/9--Grazer writes Gordon with information about the regional meeting of Pax Christi and enclosed information about the purpose and the schedule of the conference. Gordon Zahn is the main speaker: "The American Catholic: War and Peace--The Paramount Decision of Conscience Today. " Gordon responds thanking him for the information and telling of his travel plans.
• CZHN 4/05187 Letters, Document : Gordon Zahn 1980
  Murray Polner ~ of CONFRONTATION ~ "Catholocism and Peace: A Journey of Rediscovery" ~ correspondence between Gordon and Murray with an attached article by Gordon Zahn ~ 8/7--Murray says that CONFRONTATION is putting together a special supplement on "Contemporary American Pacifism" and asks Gordon to make a contribution. 8/14--Murray says he'd like a brief review of "Significant changes in Roman Catholic attitudes and teachings leading toward a much more peace oriented position today. " 9/14--brief reminder note from Murray. 9/30--Gordon sends a letter along with his essay and includes brochures for two of his books and a copy of an article of his published in AMERICA. In his article Gordon cites some changes that have taken place over the centuries in the church's position saying that the current position is that no modern war could meet the requirements for just war.
• CZHN 4/05218 Document, Letters : Gordon Zahn 1980-1981
  Reverend John Lemnitzer,Prince of Peace Lutheran Church ~ Correspondence back and forth between Gordon and John about the Easter trespassing charge. Gordon also wrote a letter to the judge presiding over the case and an article in included that appeared in Missoula's paper about Gordon's role in the case. ~ Gordon and John discuss for a few months starting in September of 1980 to January of 1981 whether or not Gordon could make an appearance and show the film THE REFUSAL at a support meeting before the trial on Feb. 3rd. After Gordon's visit, thank-you letters are sent. Gordon's letter to the judge asks for lenience and empathy in making the decision. The article in the paper (2/2) says that Gordon spoke to a gathering of 60 about each individual's moral responsibility to oppose war and violence and also showed the film THE REFUSAL. ~ from 9/13/80 to 2/6/81
• CZHN 4/04808 Correspondence : Daily, Most Rev. Thomas V. 1980/0102
  A letter to Gordon Zahn. ~ Thanks Gordon for replying about the special historical volume on the occasion of the 175th Anniversary of the Archdiocese in 1983. He is grateful for the information and will pass it along to Father Francis Murphy who is the convener of their Committee.
• CZHN 4/04789 Correspondence : Nuesse, C. Joseph 1980/0104
  A letter to Gordon Zahn. ~ "The University Chaplain, Father Raymond Holtz, and the Dean of the School of Education, Raymond Steimel, have been calling on Mrs. Haynes and attempting to arrange help for her. Brendan Haggerty, who was doing this before, left the University last summer. Your reports of the situation appear to be correct. If I learn anything new, I will let you know."
• CZHN 5/07244 Correspondence : Ann Bauer - Letter to Gordon Zahn 1980/0108
  Thanks Zahn for his undying dedication to pacifism as he expressed it in "an anniversary reflection."
• CZHN 3/04179 Corresondence : Hannon, Jim 1980/0110
  A letter to the Commission Members. ~ He wants to clear up misunderstanding as to why he left the Planning Office. It was not because he could not work with Cathy, it was because the lack of decision making processes, evaluation, and follow-up efforts that made him believe a longer term in the office was undesirable. He also wanted to pursue graduate study.
• CZHN 7/09911 Correspondence : Mary Lou Kownacki - Letter to Gordon 1980/0111
  Presents idea for theme and agenda of upcoming National Assembly, to present before January 26 meeting. Encloses the proposed agenda. ~ Erie, Pennsylvania
• CZHN 3/04168 Correspondence : Moynihan, John J. 1980/0115
  A letter to Gordon Zahn. ~ He thanks Gordon for the Recommended Procedural Gudelines and his memo on Means and Ends of Christian Justice. His own views can be summed up as Catholic Reconstructionism, a basis for consensus and a morality. Ted Brameld has similar views.
• CZHN 7/09908 Correspondence : Carroll T. Dozier, D.D. - Memo to Board of Pax Christi USA 1980/0116
  Memo stating that the Bishop of Memphis, Dozier, cannot attend the meeting in New York and that Tom Kirchberg will be set to report consensus. Enclosed are suggestions for the direction of Pax Christi. ~ Memphis, Tennessee
• CZHN 1/00023 Correspondence : Gordon Zahn 1980/0116
  letter to Irene ~ tells of pictures he took, a meeting that he has to go to and how it will be uncomfortable do to some commission firing. tells of traveling plans
• CZHN 6/08734 Correspondence : Gordon Zahn - Letter to Sister Mary Evelyn 1980/0117
  He misplaced her letter with all the questions, but tried to respond anyway. They were regarding Salt, Disarmament, Iran, and Afganistan. ~ Boston
• CZHN 7/09910 Correspondence : Gordon Zahn - Letter to Sister 1980/0117
  Discusses how he recently realized he was volunteered for Assembly planning committee and goes on to critique the Kansas meeting, and Assemblies. Doesn't feel that Milwaukee has strong enough Pax Christi base to form Assembly. ~ Boston, Massachusetts
• CZHN 4/04813 Correspondence : Muller, Reto 1980/0118
  A letter to Gordon Zahn. ~ Reto informs Gordon that he would like to further his education on the graduate level. All the Universities he seeks asks for recommendations, preferably from a sociology professor who has most recently taught one of his sociology courses. Reto requests Gordon to write a total of six recommendations for the Universities he listed below.
• CZHN 4/04816 Correspondence : Gordon Zahn 1980/0121
  A letter to Mr. Reto Muller. ~ Gordon has received Reto's requests for recommendations for graduate work at several schools and will be glad to comply. He would also like to have a brief discussion with him in order to broaden his knowledge of him beyond the term paper and examination. If he cannot see him, he would like him to call.
• CZHN 4/04814 Correspondence : Muller, Reto 1980/0122
  A letter to Gordon Zahn. ~ "Enclosed are 6 stamped envelopes fo facilitate matters. Thank you so much for writing these recommendations."
• CZHN 4/04775 Correspondence : Nina 1980/0126
  A letter to Gordon Zahn. ~ "So good to hear from you at Christmastime. Thanks. It sounds as though you are MR. PEACE, as somebody called you someplace. You were so helpful to me to recommend Westley and council my C.O. nephew Mark Heyrman (now 30). "
• CZHN 4/04870 Correspondence : Woetzel, Robert K. 1980/0126
  A letter to Gordon Zahn. ~ "We were able to draft the necessary guidelines for giving foreign aid to countries deserving it because of their respect for human rights and are now engaged in the important task of defining the kinds of actions which represent major violations of human rights for which both individuals and groups should be held responsible." They are holding a drafting conference at Castle Hill on April 13 and more information is on the back.
• CZHN 4/04769 Correspondence : Swinglish, Mimi 1980/0127
  A letter to Gordon Zahn. ~ Mimi thanks Gordon for his generous contribution to their work at Emmaus. They would like to know how a Christian responds to Evil in the world, personal and societal. They are asking him to share his thoughts when he is in Washington along with someone else from a different perspective as to raise serious questions and also to generate a soul-searching discussion.
• CZHN 4/04820 Correspondence : Waarich, Deirdre 1980/0131
  A letter to Gordon Zahn on a gray index card with the heading "Journal of the History of the Behavioral Sciences. " ~ "Enclosed is the paper Dr. Ross spoke to you about today. Thank you for your help."
• CZHN 4/04827 Correspondence : McReynolds, David 1980/0201
  Lunce, Don; Berrigan, Daniel; Chomsky, Noam; Bragg, Carol; Elmer, Jerry. ~ A letter addressed to "Dear friend," with an attached coupon for the receiver to complete and return. ~ The writers of this letter are requesting Gordon to sign the attached coupon to show his support in their arguments stated in the Statement on Vietnam.
• CZHN 4/04871 Correspondence : Mueller, G. O. W. 1980/0204
  A letter to Professor Robert K. Woetzel. ~ "May I express my particular appreciation for your participation in the interregional ad hoc expert group meeting in preparation of the Sixth United Nations Congress on the Prevention of Crime and the Treatment of Offenders, on the subject of 'Crime and the abuse of power: offences and offenders beyond the reach of the law?'"
• CZHN 6/08461 Correspondence : Peter Hertel - Letter to Dr. Zahn 1980/0204
  Yes, by Clemens ~ He is trying to urge Dr. Zahn to give him an interview. He will conduct it in English and he wants to record any of his statements that are contrary to the Pope's position.
• CZHN 4/04872 Correspondence : Woetzel, Robert K., President, F. E. I. C. C. 1980/0204
  Articles I-X on "Convention on International Crimes" addressed to Delegates, Foreign Ministries, U. N. Secretariat Committee on Crime Prevention and Control (Res. 1979/19). ~ This is the "Summary Revised Draft Code of Offenses against the Peace and Security of Mankind prepared by the Foundation for use in connection with forthcoming discussions in the XXXVth General Assembly pursuant to Report A/33/487 (33/97)."
• CZHN 1/00158 Correspondence : Gordon Zahn 1980/0206
  letter to Gerry and Leon ~ saw the Fall Ships. chit chat
• CZHN 1/00126 Correspondence : Gordon Zahn 1980/0206
  letter ~ talking of watching the fall ships come in expecting Lucky Luciano to come into town. baseball talk and mention of Coco and her not yet housetraining abilities.
• CZHN 4/04819 Correspondence : Gordon Zahn 1980/0208
  A letter to Dierdre Waarich in the Psychology Department regarding "Sociology and Sacrifice". ~ "I have given a very careful reading to this paper and consider it a most impressive piece of work. The article's style is professional and (given the somewhat esoteric subject) surprisingly readable. My personal judgment is that the paper deserves to be published."
• CZHN 3/04194 Document : Knight, Kathy 1980/0210
  Solutions and Recommendations: (1) relative to my own situation; (2) relative to Commission processes. ~ This is an outline of solutions and recommendations Kathy has regarding her situation. ~ She is primarily concerned with the survival of the integrity of the Commission. She believes there cannot be any just settlement other than her rehiring. She also has other suggestion regarding the structure of the Commission for avoiding such problems such as her unjust firing in the future.
• CZHN 3/04186 Correspondence : Knight, Kathy 1980/0213
  A letter to the Justice and Peace Commission. ~ She accuses the Commission of not examining the reason why she was fired. Instead they are focused on whether the Chairman had the power to fire her. She believes the firing was an act of vindictiveness and lacks any justifiable reason. She demands an apology. She also thanks the members who have been supportive of her cause.
• CZHN 4/04770 Correspondence : GRG 1980/0214
  A memorandum to Gordon Zahn. ~ GRG informs Gordon that on February 28 he will introduce the film, Triumph des Willens, in Larry Foster's Law and Justice Seminar, which is entitled, "Trial at Nuremberg. " Larry will also show Nacht and Nebel on Dachau as a followup. Gordon is invited to attend. The hour is 11:00 am on the 28th (Thursday).
• CZHN 5/07245 Correspondence : Isabel - Letter to Gordon Zahn 1980/0214
  A late Christmas card in which she explains that it has been rough because her 23 year old daughter recently committed suicide.
• CZHN 4/04821 Correspondence : True, Michael, and Gerald McCarthy 1980/0214
  A letter to Gordon Zahn. ~ "We are writing to invite you to a symposium on John Henry Newman as Man of Letters, to be held in Room 403, the Hogan Center, College of the Holy Cross, Thursday, March 20, 10:00 am. This symposium is part of a two-day conference."
• CZHN 4/05127 Document : Gordon Zahn 1980/0216
  Book review of Nuremberg: A Nation on Trial, by Werner Maser ~ The book reviews the process at the Nuremberg trials, describing the procedures used and suggesting that they were unjust and motivated by vengeance. Gordon says that the book "succeeds in opening minds and troubling consciences, serving a long neglected purpose." ~ America ~ 126-128
• CZHN 3/04198 Correspondence : Allen, Jeanne Anderson 1980/0218
  Finn, Donna; Fucillo, Ralph; Lombard, Carol; Radtke, Barbara; Walker, Paul; Whittaker, Ann. ~ A letter to Michael Groden and the Justice and Peace Commission Members. ~ They feel compelled to speak on all that has transpired in the Justice and Peace Commission since the abrupt termination of Kathy Knight as staff person on December 25, 1979. It is clear that the Commission decided to side-step the question of justice for expediency.
• CZHN 3/04183 Correspondence : Gordon Zahn 1980/0218
  A letter to Bishop Ruocco. ~ He included a copy of the letter (4182) for the Bishop. He feels the future of the Commission is jeopardized by this shamefully insensitive act, the firing of Kathy Knight.
• CZHN 3/04184 Correspondence : Gordon Zahn 1980/0218
  A letter to Kathy Knight. ~ He enclosed a copy of the letter (4182) to her also. He hopes some good can come out of this and regrets that not more can be done about the situation at the present.
• CZHN 3/04182 Correspondence : Gordon Zahn 1980/0218
  A letter to Suzanne M. Jeansonne. ~ He wants to explain his usage of the term "injustice" more clearly. He believes the firing of Kathy Knight was unjust. Any employee who has completed a reasonable probationary period has a right in justice to advance warning if his or her work or manner is unsatisfactory before dismissal.
• CZHN 4/04771 Correspondence : Gordon Zahn 1980/0219
  A letter to Congressman Moakley. ~ "I am writing in opposition to the President's decision to resume draft registration for men and to extend such registration to women. I urge you to vote against and oppose the wasteful expenditure of funds to undertake this action which, we have the President's own confident assurance, is not intended to lead and will not lead to a resumption of a peacetime draft."
• CZHN 3/04196 Document : Article: Marchand, Earl 1980/0222
  Church's Commission Anything But Peaceful ~ An article appearing in the Boston Herald American Newspaper. ~ Eight member of the Archdiocese of Boston's Justice and Peace Commission have resigned in protest of "a lack of justice" within the commission.
• CZHN 4/04745 Correspondence : Forest, Jim 1980/0222
  A letter to Gordon Zahn. ~ The Catholic Peace Fellowship in the United States has asked Jim to do a revision of "Catholics and Conscientious Objection," a booklet he did for the CPF 15 years ago. Jim would like Gordon to send him copies of any post-1965 church statements and any other suggestions which would be useful in the booklet.
• CZHN 4/04741 Correspondence : Hofer, Carol 1980/0222
  A letter to Gordon Zahn. ~ Carol informs Gordon that those involved in Bread for the World and Pax Christi would like to take advantage of Bishop Gumbleton's present fame and renown to attract new faces to the flock. She also enclosed an article on the arms situation which was published. She thanks him for being a source of inspiration.
• CZHN 4/04773 Correspondence : McIntyre, Regina E. 1980/0222
  A 2-page letter to Gordon Zahn. ~ The Justice and Peace Committee of Stonehill College invites Gordon to be an orator for their upcoming Disarmament Awareness Week, during March 17-21. He was highly recommended by Dr. James Kenneally.
• CZHN 4/04826 Correspondence : McReynolds, David 1980/0222
  Luce, Don; Berrigan, Daniel; Chomsky, Noam; Bragg, Carol; Elmer, Jerry. ~ A letter addressed to "Dear friend". ~ "In early February, we wrote to you asking you to join us in signing the enclosed public statement on Vietnam. Since then we have had a large and enthusiastic response. We have reproduced below a partial list of signers of this statement to date. We hope that you will want to add your name. . . "
• CZHN 4/04756 Correspondence : Theisen, Sy 1980/0223
  A letter to Gordon Zahn. ~ "The young lady [Judith Grossman] who wrote the enclosed paper would be delighted to hear directly from you as to what you think of her paper." The library at College of Saint Benedict has Gordon's new book, "Another Part of the War".
• CZHN 4/04787 Correspondence : Gordon Zahn 1980/0224
  A letter to Hans Feddema. Gordon came across his letter (document 4786) and cannot remember if he responded, so he does it now. ~ "I have not done much writing or concentrated study in the area of liberation theology or movements. It is not that I am disinterested in efforts to eliminate oppression in Latin America and elsewhere in the Third World, but I have given my personal priority to developing and spreading Christian, particularly Catholic, pacifism."
• CZHN 4/04825 Correspondence : Gordon Zahn 1980/0226
  A letter to Dave McReynolds. ~ Gordon would not be opposed to the "normalization" of relations between the U.S. and Vietnam, but feels that the regime has little understanding of, or shows little respect for their principles and objectives. "I am not inclined to take any active or voluntary steps to assist a regime that engages in actions so directly contrary to my concerns and values."
• CZHN 3/04180 Correspondence : Groden, Michael F. 1980/0229
  A letter to the Commission Members. ~ He is enclosing a copy of the Committee report and a copy of hte report submitted to the Committee by Katherine Knight. The final training session fo 02/17 was a large success and was attended by 77 people from the parishes. He thanks everyone that helped.
• CZHN 7/09906 Correspondence : Mary Lou - Letter to Gordon 1980/0302
  Milwaukee chosen as site for National Assembly and that 500 people are expected to show. Gordon will not be needed as a speaker and would be appreciated use of in August to talk about draft and C.O. ~ Erie, Pennsyvania
• CZHN 3/04195 Document : Article: Franklin, James L. 1980/0303
  Catholic Issues Program Divides Leadership ~ An article appearing in the Boston Globe Newspaper. ~ The article talks about a program exploring the issues of modern warfare from a Catholic perspective and how the Commission has weakened from many resignations due to the controversy of the firing of Kathy Knight.
• CZHN 4/04727 Correspondence : Nisetich, F. J. 1980/0303
  A memorandum to Members of the Liberal Studies Graduate Committee and interested faculty about curricula vitae. ~ "The proposal for a new graduate program in Liberal Studies has been approved by the Graduate Council and will be submitted to the Assembly on 10 March." There is a list of faculty, including G. Zahn, Sociology, who may teach in the program once it is finally implemented.
• CZHN 3/04178 Correspondence : Arroyo, Felix 1980/0304
  A letter to Rev. Michael F. Groden. ~ He resigns the Justice and Peace Commission. He will continue to fight for peace and justice, but not within the present structure.
• CZHN 4/04728 Correspondence : Gordon Zahn 1980/0307
  A 2-page letter to Professor George Garrelts. ~ Gordon continues to oppose the draft. He talks about changes in the "Catholic position" on the draft. Though the draft has become "official", he finds it disconcerting that the American episcopate is proposing that provision be made in the law for selective conscientious objection. Also, that the willingness of Catholic theologians and other church spokesmen to accept Catholic pacifism as an option on a par with "just war" traditions.
• CZHN 4/04736 Correspondence : VanElderen, Marlin J. ; Editor-in-Chief of WM. B. EERDMANS PUBLISHING CO. 1980/0307
  A letter to Gordon Zahn. ~ "Thank you for your letter of February 14, inquiring about our possible interest in a new collection of essays on the Catholic morality of was and conscientious objection." Marlin informs Gordon that it would be more appealing to them were the positions in the essays not Roman Catholic. Their largest market is Protestant and the largest part of that is evangelical.
• CZHN 4/04774 Correspondence : Grossman, Judith M. 1980/0310
  A letter to Gordon Zahn. ~ Thanks Gordon for taking time to comment on her paper "Conscientious Objection and Social Thought" which Dr. Sylvester Theisen sent. She took note of certain comments and criticisms. She informs Gordon that she was glad to see several students attend seminars on the registration, draft, and conscientious objection issues.
• CZHN 4/04744 Correspondence : Rooney, Rev. William J. 1980/0310
  A memorandum to Members of the Executive Committee. ~ "Saturday, March 22nd, appears to be the best date for most people on the Executive Committee. We will meet in Room 115, Caldwell Hall, Catholic University, from one to five pm An agenda will follow, together with detailed instructions on how to reach the meeting place. "
• CZHN 4/04758 Correspondence : Barbara 1980/0313
  A note to Gordon Zahn on a 3" x 5" gray index card with the heading: JOURNAL OF THE HISTORY OF THE BEHAVIORAL SCIENCES. ~ Barbara thanks Gordon for taking valuable time to make comments on "Sociology and Sacrifice". Since they usually send copies to two or three reviewers, she will inform Gordon of the outcomes and comments as soon as she recieves them. She hopes Gordon will by willing to comment on future materials concerning conscientious objectors.
• CZHN 3/04192 Correspondence : Groden, Mike F. 1980/0320
  A letter. ~ It is with regret that the Steering Committee received and accepted a resignation from the Justice and Peace Commission of the Archdiocese. He admits to recent difficulties, but hopes that they hold each other in prayerful remembrance as they continue their efforts in the name of justice and peace.
• CZHN 4/04730 Correspondence : Poloma, Margaret M. 1980/0320
  A letter to Gordon Zahn. ~ "Thank you for the information on your new book, Another Part of the War. I am requesting a review copy for CSS Newsletter, and have found a new colleague in my department (who is also a Christian) to review it. It provides an opportunity for him to become involved in CSS."
• CZHN 4/04737 Correspondence : Cornell, Tom 1980/0321
  A letter to Gordon Zahn. ~ Gordon's letter of March 11 addressed to Mike True who sent it to Tom was just received. Tom is enjoying his teaching assignment very much. He is glad to be out of the situation at J and P in Boston, but inquires how the hassle is continuing. He also informs Gordon that Jim Forest is up-dating "Catholics and CO".
• CZHN 1/00019 Correspondence : Gordon Zahn 1980/0327
  letter possibly to Ruby ~ tells about how he hopes that more people will vote for Kennedy. Going to the Superbowl.
• CZHN 4/04740 Correspondence : Gordon Zahn 1980/0329
  A letter to Jules Rosenberg, D.D.S. ~ "Since I am a member of the Harvard Community Health Plan, I have decided to switch to their Dental Service. Having all of my health and dental records at the same place seems a more sensible arrangement. It is out of convenience and not an indication af any dissatisfaction."
• CZHN 3/04172 Correspondence : Walker, Paul F. 1980/0409
  A letter to the editor of IMPART. ~ This letter is in regards to the recent controversy over the Archdiocesan Justice and Peace Commission and the apparent lack of attention given the problem within the Archdiocesan community.
• CZHN 5/07247 Correspondence : Gordon Zahn - Letter to Gordon Zahn 1980/0411
  Was referred to Zahn by Jim Forest and he would like to review one of Zahn's books for various publications.
• CZHN 1/00124 Correspondence : Gordon Zahn 1980/0411
  letter ~ talking about voting. predicts that Bush will be president and that Reagan will be the grandfather figure.
• CZHN 4/04867 Correspondence : Loesch, Juli 1980/0411
  A letter to Gordon Zahn. ~ Juli returns both the COMMONWEAL and the GLOBE articles which she enjoyed and comments on the "Prolifers for Survival" as trying to carry the same philospohy forward, as well as to provide a "fellowship" for likeminded fetus-loving peaceniks. She mentions that CATHOLIC WORKER has printed her intro. blurb on P. S. , but wishes they would print more.
• CZHN 4/04858 Correspondence : Gordon Zahn 1980/0416
  A letter to the Honorable Paul E. Tsongas. ~ Gordon is in the preliminary stages of gathering data for a research paper and requests Paul's assistance in getting information from the Selective Service System because he learned that requests for information from a Senator or Representative are sure to receive more prompt and complete responses from government agencies or the Library of Congress research service.
• CZHN 4/05194 Letter : Mary Lou Kownacki 1980/0416
  Short letter to Gordon from Mary Lou with an attached pamphlet on the National Assembly of Pax Christi. ~ Mary Lou writes to confirm that Gordon will be on the panel "The Church Community: Its Potential for Peace" at the Pax Christi national meeting. His topic is "The Institutional Church and Peace." The attached pamphlet gives information on the assembly.
• CZHN 4/04748 Correspondence : Gordon Zahn 1980/0417
  A letter to Mr. Grossman. ~ "Please excuse the delay in reponding to your estimate and note (which did not have the correct address--please make the necessary changes)." Gordon asks a few questions to clear up related matters before making a final decision. He informs Lowell that he will be in Milwaukee for a few days beginning on May 15. He would like to consult with him then.
• CZHN 3/04171 Correspondence : Gordon Zahn 1980/0417
  A letter to the editor of IMPART. ~ He is writing to endorse the letter of April 9 addressed to the editor and Paul Walker and others of the Commission of Justice and Peace.
• CZHN 1/00024 Correspondence : Gordon Zahn 1980/0420
  letter to Ruby and Irene ~ construction bids for the work needed on the siding. went to the races again.
• CZHN 5/07248 Correspondence : Gordon Zahn - Letter to Chuck Fager 1980/0423
  Zahn is having his publisher send a copy of his book to Fager for him to review.
• CZHN 3/04166 Correspondence : Gordon Zahn 1980/0424
  A letter to John Moynihan. ~ He finally typed up the Peace Committee nominations and they are enclosed. Regarding the draft letter,he feels he is not particularly well-qualified to discuss the finer points of educational philosophy.
• CZHN 4/04746 Correspondence : Gordon Zahn 1980/0424
  A letter to Mr. Lowell R. Grossman, President of Aluma-Trim of America. ~ Gordon regrets to inform Lowell that he will not be accepting the enclosed offer after all. A relative of his tenants, who had already done a considerable amount of highly satisfactory work indoors and out, has submitted an etimate that is a bit better.
• CZHN 3/04167 Document : Gordon Zahn 1980/0424
  A list of nominees for the Peace Committee. ~ These include Rev. Paul J. McLauglin, Mary Troy, John Leary, and Paul Feeney.
• CZHN 4/05133 Letter : Sister Jane Morrissey 1980/0425
  for New England Catholic Peace Fellowship ~ Thank you letter to Gordon from Sister Jane ~ Sister Jane thanks Gordon profusely for his presence at the Catholic Peace Fellowship Conference.
• CZHN 4/05132 Document : Gordon Zahn 1980/0428
  Memorandum from Gordon to John Dickinson, Chair of the Sociology Department, concerning the distinguished scholarship award. An attached list of all of Gordon's publications, presentations, and conferences attended for the year of 1979 is included. ~ Gordon writes to Dickinson that he is not a worthy of the distinguished scholarship award as other candidates, and he offers to have his name dropped from the list unless it is to enhance the department's reputation by having 3 nominees.
• CZHN 4/04841 Document : Horsley, Dick 1980/0428
  A memorandum to Joseph Tribble, Associate Dean and/or Mary St. Peter about the use of honorarium money for partial payment for a film. ~ The Study of Religion group would like to use $25 of their honorarium budget item for partial payment (the other $25 paid by the Sociology Derpartment) for a film that both groups used as a basis for a discussion led by Gordon Zahn. They will make the check out to Pax Christi. The address is on the bottom of the page.
• CZHN 4/04750 Correspondence : Gordon Zahn 1980/0502
  A letter to the Editor of CHRISTIANITY AND CRISIS. ~ "As one who has often stressed the connection (more than "analogy"!) between the Holocaust and the abortion issues, I am always disappointed by the defensive indignation of those who fail to recognize that it exists. Though my position finds reinforcement in my religious committment, my opposition to both the Holocaust and abortion derives from my humanitarian value system. "
• CZHN 4/04735 Correspondence : Sanders, Olcutt 1980/0502
  A letter to Gordon Zahn. ~ "I think you will be grateful to know that a gift in your honor has been made to the FORward Fund, in observance of the 65th anniversary. The donor was Donald L. Muench. We join with Donald L. Muench in honoring you as a true peace worker." Olcutt also gives the donor's address.
• CZHN 3/04174 Correspondence : Gordon Zahn 1980/0504
  A letter to John Moynihan. ~ He has enclosed the summary of the Peace Committee meeting because John could not be there. The meeting was held 4/30/80.
• CZHN 3/04188 Correspondence : Hannon, Jim 1980/0507
  A letter to Gordon Zahn. ~ He has been trying to apply for a position in the American Friends Service Committee, but he may have not made the interview because of Mike Groden's failure to respond to a written request for reference. He wants to Planning Office to write him a recommendation letter so he doesn't have to go through Mike Groden again.
• CZHN 1/00157 Correspondence : Gordon Zahn 1980/0512
  letter to Gerry ~ talks of his journal writing class. talks of all the Christmas gifts that he does not need. mentions being invited to St. Thomas college to speak.
• CZHN 4/04822 Correspondence : Sy 1980/0514
  A letter to Gordon Zahn. ~ "Your idea of giving lectures on issues regarding the draft is well timed, and lectures on the background of the Catholic Peace Movement, etc., should have a receptive audience again in these times of re-militarization. I am eager to have St. John's students see the film based on your IN SOLITARY WITNESS and have told the dean and the chairman of the convocations committee about it. I cannot guarantee anything, but I am optimistic."
• CZHN 3/04189 Correspondence : Hannon, Jim 1980/0517
  A letter to Gordon Zahn. ~ He expresses that he wants to address the issue of Mike Groden and close it as soon as possible. He is finishing up his Ph.D. and is feeling good about it.
• CZHN 4/04752 Correspondence : Congo, Mary 1980/0520
  A letter to Gordon Zahn. ~ "In the spirit of love, St. Columbkille's Justice and Peace Group of Brighton cordially invites you to attend 'A Celebration of the Ministries of Justice and Peace.' The celebration will be held in the St. Columbkille's High School Auditorium, Sunday, June 15th at 4:00 pm. We hope this celebration will be an opportunity to share the concerns, successes, and failures of our ministries in these areas."
• CZHN 1/00015 Correspondence : Gordon Zahn 1980/0520
  letter to Ruby ~ giving money for redecoration; talking about getting the dog, Coco, pottytrained.
• CZHN 4/04739 Correspondence : Kathleen 1980/0521
  A letter to Gordon Zahn. ~ Kathleen informs Gordon that she was unable to respond quickly due to being ill and catching upon her work. She states that Bruce was able to get Cardinal Hume to speak on Central Hall Westminster platform with Lord Soper. They are running a big campaign currently for Zaire and the Pope going to Zaire cheered Amnesty.
• CZHN 7/09907 Correspondence : Letter to Sister 1980/0524
  Comments on Vincent's proposals and Peace Maker's Pledge. States that a summary report on film situation is enclosed. ~ Boston, Massachusetts
• CZHN 4/04857 Correspondence : Gordon Zahn 1980/0528
  A letter to The Honorable Paul E. Tsongas. ~ Gordon would appreciate some confirmation about whether his request for obtaining information from the Selective Service System is being given attention or not. He indicates that the research he is engaged in is related to the intention of the Boston Archdiocesan Commission on Justice and Peace to prepare a program of counselling and assistance for men who would be subject to registration and a potential draft.

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