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David Semon writes in praise of many of Merton's writings, but is concerned over his support of Philip Berrigan and the pouring of blood on draft records. Merton and Semon had different opinions on the Vietnam War and the role of the peace movement.
David R. Semon was a 27-year-old college sophomore at Borromeo Seminary in Wickliffe, Ohio.
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1967/11/08 |
TL[c] from Merton |
I passed on your request to the bookstore here. They will find the books if they are available. |
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1967/11/24 |
TLS to Merton |
Thank you very much for the booklet on Snowmass, Colorado, and also for the other materials, |
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1967/12/12 |
TL[c] from Merton |
I am trying to catch up with mail, this will be only a short note: mainly Phil Berrigan. |
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1968/01/23 |
TLS to Merton |
Thank you for the letter of December 12. Before I write anything more let me say that, |
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1968/01/26 |
TL[c] from Merton |
I'll try to give you the essentials in a brief answer. By which I mean I set aside all questions |
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