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Manuscript letter, in which Glover thanks Carlile for his letter. Glover apologises for having let Carlile in for such a deluge of letters, but perhaps it suggests that the article was timely, if not overdue. For it has been taken for granted that Christ is so easy to interpret, so apt to emphasise the obvious. Asks whether Carlile ever wrote or preached on 'The Easy Christ and the Difficult Christ'? Glover wants to ask F.C. Byan for an article on the lines of the sermon he preached on 16th December on the subject of 'balance' in the teaching of Christ, the antitheses and clear vision of both aspects of what He teaches. Going back to the Pacifist article, Glover is pleased to find it approved by Rushbrook and Orwin Smith, who does not automatically approve of Glover. He has been shocked by the outburst elsewhere. Lagton Richards fell far short of what Glover expected from him; he would like to hear Ernest Brown speak on the matter. The fact is that Glover grows increasingly weary of the carking of the Baptist Union Council members and their new but not necessarily Christian orthodoxies. Now he must go and listen to L.H. Marshall. They are not any closer to getting a minister. The majority want Rendall for a second time; some want Schofield of Rugby; some, including Glover, would like a man with more experience.

Manuscript letter, in which Glover thanks Carlile for his letter and article on R.G. He is glad of what Carlile says about R.G.'s influence. He is sorry that he could not come to Carlile, but Carlile will understand why. Glover's sister is improving, though she is still very weak and has two nurses.

Manuscript letter, in which Glover writes that today is the date: exactly fifty years ago, he went to the Senate House at nine o'clock to hear his 'list' read. He obtained his 'one one' with three other men in the same division. He is now the sole survivor. He sees that Carlile has printed one of his things. Cowell has sent a packet of copies. Glover encloses another effort, not necessarily for the 'Baptist Times', but if Mrs Carlile reads it, then she should know that Glover prides himself on being a metrist bred on Horace. He has been busier than the verses suggest, writing a new book of essays, rather like 'Greek Byways' (1932). The 'Times', the B.B.C. and the Classical Association all approve. Glover has also given the twelve articles on "The Disciple in the Early Church" to S.C. Roberts of Cambridge University Press to be made into a little book. He thought that they would refuse it, but they will take it. Glover will not say in the preface that they came out in the 'Baptist Times'. It is suggested that Glover takes it 'easy' for a bit now. But Cambridge doesn't make 'easies' easy and he cannot walk any great distance yet. Janet comes at the end of the month - a nice person, but not Classical and Glove rfeels that he would like a Classical friend to look over these essays. He gathers that she is racing around Britain in favour of the Ministry of Labour. Sends his love to Mrs Carlile. Now to catch the eight o'clock post, followed by breakfast!

Manuscript letter, in which Glover thanks Carlile for his letter and for the notice of the book. He has read the article by the editor of 'Tablet' in today's edition of 'The Times', which shows Roman Catholic contempt for small Protestant groups and what is in store, no doubt, for Baptists under Mussolini. On the subject of the 'Red Indian Bible', this was the work of the much despised Independents and Puritans in New England. Glover thinks it may be the first translation of the Bible by Englishmen into a heathen language. He is busy working on two tracts of Tertullian for a Loeb Library volume. Anybody who thinks he knows Latin is welcome to translate De Spectaculis, Chapter 3 on his behalf. Tertullian's writing is powerful and packs a punch; when the volume is finally finished, he will send it to the 'Baptist Times'.

Manuscript letter, sent from Banff, Alberta. Glover has just come up from the Pacific, from Victoria. British Columbia beats any British land Glover has seen; he says this after ten days of it, eight in Vancouver. Mrs Calvin Jr. had an operation between three and four weeks ago and is making a splendid recovery. Includes a postcard depicting the Great Divide in the Canadian Rockies.

Manuscript letter, in which Glover notes that Carlile has had several articles about Frank Buchman (1878-1961) and Buchmanism. Glover has known Buchman since 1914 or 1915, and has been friendly with him, though they are by no means close. Glover lived as a guest with a group of his followers at Yale, from November 1928 to January 1929. It was after Glover's operation and they treated him kindly. But for reasons he will explain, many features of Buchmanism won't do. Its advantages are that it is a good way of getting conversions and establishing affection inside the group. Its disadvantages are that the method of open confession is foolish and not particularly desirable.

Manuscript letter, in which Glover asks Carlile not to worry about the omission of details of Glover's engagements in the 'Baptist Times'. Students and dons are scattering for Christmas. While Glover is not theoretically working, he is reading for some lectures next term. The children have begun to gather at home; Glover's sisters arrive tomorrow. Richard is at Harvard, so will not be with them. The Londonderry reception was not to his taste: Glover passed by, shook hands, examined the pictures and then fled. He wants to know what Le Quesne, Martin and others consider their attitude and responsibility to other Baptist Unions. The Council may have already given itself away and have had its position decided for it. At any rate, Glover is uneasy and unhappy. Asks to be remembered to Mrs Carlile and to the Huxleys when they arrive.

Manuscript letter, in which Glover writes that he has read the chapter again and has made a few passing comments. His general criticism is that Carlile presents the incidents of the quarrel, but does not handle the issue. The questions before an historical jury would be: was Spurgeon justified in his charges against the Baptist ministry? Answer: No. Did he behave as a Christian man ought to towards old friends and colleagues? Answer: No. Did he really take the trouble to examine the evidence and understand the issue? Answer: No. Had he any reason to complain of S.H. Booth? Yes. This does not constitute an acquittal. Carlile's chapter reads rather like a dismissal of the case. Was there any justification for Spurgeon's sweeping changes? Carlile does not handle the historical question in the chapter. For he likes Spurgeon and his liking stops his mouth. It has been kind of Carlile to ask for Glover's opinion, but in view of his feelings on the issue, it would be better if Carlile did not mention him by name in the preface, since Glover cannot endorse the chapter, nor subscribe to the book as a whole. There are many people who would be happier if Glover were to keep away the book altogether. He had a pleasant time at Bangor.

Manuscript letter, in which Glover writes that he is glad that Carlile took Elizabeth's articles. He thinks that they are straight, clear and effective. Elizabeth was with them yesterday for part of the day. Glover hopes that they will use all four articles, especially the article concerning her work with prostitutes, though he fears that Carlile thinks that the Baptists would not wish to know about it. Elizabeth was with them because Mrs Glover is standing for the town council, not on a party nomination, but on behalf of the "Women's Citizens Committee". The dining room is full of rubber bands, canvas, voters' lists, waster-paper baskets, etc. Glover is not there, but in College, with pupils to come and lectures not read for next term. Glover adds that Elizabeth managed to obtain a sewing machine for an old lady, given by someone in response to a request printed in 'The British Weekly'. Glover asks whether Carlile or the Secretary's Chair could say that gifts for her work should not be sent to the Editor of 'The Baptist Times' nor the Church House?

Manuscript letter, in which Glover writes to Carlile from Kingston, in Ontario, Canada. He is surprised to read of references to a bank holiday heat-wave in Britain. Last Sunday, he preached in Ottowa, wearing an Indian silk suit. The 1st Baptist Church was remodelled during the pastorate of A.R. George; it is an attractive building with good, if unobtrusive woodwork. They have had good congregations, even with the noise of the trams outside and several spots where the preacher could not be heard properly. Despite the heat, Glover's summer in Kingston has been very pleasant. He remarks how curious it is that he should feel as if he has had more friendship in Kingston than he has had in the 34 years he has spent away from there in Cambridge. The university is much changed - larger, more students, more buildings, a better library. But those who were students in the old days have not formed a better staff body.