clarify the
relationship of the Baha'is to the advertised holding of Ahmad Sohrab's
conference in Jerusalem. Having a very shrewd eye to his own advantage, it
has become obvious that one of the means by which he hopes to promote
interest in his conference is to arouse active opposition from the Baha'is
and create a source of discussion in the press. In view of this, the
Guardian has been very careful to have the friends avoid rising to this
bait. They should, in their personal contacts with people, and in a quiet
manner, point out when occasion arises that the Caravan activities have
nothing whatsoever to do with the Baha'i Faith and are indeed unfriendly
to it. Whatever he does cannot but end in failure, because he has cut
himself off entirely from the living tree of the Faith and is wholly
insincere in his motives.

In spite of the fact that Mr. ... has been expelled from Gilbert and
Ellice Islands, the remarkable progress of the Faith there has been a
source of great satisfaction. It shows that a spiritual receptivity, a
purity of heart and uprightness of character exists potentially amongst
many of the peoples of the Pacific Isles to an extent equal to that of the
tribesmen of Africa. It is indeed an encouraging and awe-inspiring sight
to witness the spread of our beloved Faith amongst those whom civilised
nations misguidedly term "savages", "primitive peoples" and "uncivilised
nations". He hopes that your Assembly will do all in its power to ensure
that Mrs. ... remains in the Islands. Although for some period at least
this may entail separation from her husband, he believes that these two
dedicated and exemplary pioneers will be willing to accept this sacrifice
in view of the extraordinary work they have accomplished and are
accomplishing. The community there must not be abandoned, particularly by
its "mother", so to speak. It must be well and profoundly grounded in the
Faith before such a risky step can be taken. He hopes that you will deal
most wisely and co-operatively with the Colonial Office officials in this
matter and any others that may arise. Their esteem, their good-will, and
their co-operation are practically indispensable for the future work in
many islands throughout the Pacific area, and nothing but the frustration
of our objectives can be gained through alienating them in any way. This
should be impressed upon the pioneers and the local Baha'is as well.

The beloved Guardian regrets very much the e