German Pastor writes, noting general support and willingness to partially preach in English, but asking for dispensation for fringe cases. Includes newspaper clipping attesting to loyalty.
Lauer pressing. Needs rapid clarification, as "there is a critical situation in our county and state at this time," and people need to know exact meaning of Babel.
Concerns over German influence on draft boards, noting the suspicious number of exemptions allowed in Bremer County--and the many new "divinity students" in Wartburg Cemetary.