ciates the gift Mrs. Huffman and her husband have made of
the Temple site for Alaska. This fulfills one of Alaska's important
goals--only a few months after the birth of the new National Spiritual
Assembly.

With loving Baha'i greetings,
R. Rabbani

(49) August 17, 1957

(49) August 17, 1957

The Local Spiritual Assembly of the Baha'is of Ketchikan

Dear Baha'i Friends:

Your loving letter of July 15th was duly received by the beloved Guardian,
and he has directed me to acknowledge it on his behalf. The contribution
you have made to the International Fund is greatly appreciated. Receipt is
enclosed herewith.

The Divine Confirmations are descending in torrents on those who arise to
teach. At this critical time in the history of the Faith, teaching is the
one Baha'i service that is Confirmed.

The Guardian hopes that you will therefore arise with renewed effort to
take your part in this great crusade now sweeping the world. America has
been called upon by the Master to play the preponderating role in this
great World Crusade which is moving forward with increasing momentum. Thus
more Baha'is must be confirmed in the United States, that America may
achieve its Spiritual Destiny.

The Guardian will pray for you and for the success of your teaching work.
He sends you his loving greetings.

Faithfully yours,
Leroy Ioas

(50) August 18, 1957

(50) August 18, 1957

National Spiritual Assembly of the Baha'is of Alaska

Dear Baha'i Sister:

Your recent letters have been received and the change of the P.O.B. noted.

As regards the ring stone you kindly offered to send the Guardian: he
feels this should be kept in your own Archives with other historic
mementos.(12)

With warm Baha'i greetings,
R. Rabbani

[From the Guardian:]

May the Beloved bless, guide and sustain you, and aid you to promote, at
all times the vital interests of His glorious Faith.

Your true brother,
Shoghi

(51) September 8, 1957

(51) September 8, 1957

Baha'i Community of Ketchikan, Alaska

Dear Baha'i Friends:

Your loving letter of August 15th was received by the beloved Guardian,
and he has directed me to acknowledge it on his behalf. The contribution
which you have made to the International Fund is greatly appreciated.
Receipt is enclosed.

Spiritual success can be won today, only by teaching the Faith of God. The
people are seeking, dying from spiritual thirst. The Baha'is must
disseminate