_I am deeply touched by this further evidence of the love and devotion of
the New-Zealand Baha'is and I will gladly forward their contribution of
our friend to the Teheran Assembly to be sent by them to the sufferers in
Jahrum. I will ardently pray for every one of you that the Beloved may
guide your steps and lead you to glorious victory. I urge you to
communicate regularly and frequently with the Baha'i newsletter editor
through Mr Horace Holley and report to him the progress of your
activities. It is so essential and valuable._

_Your true brother, _
_ Shoghi_

(18) May 13th, 1927

My dear Baha'i Sister,

I take pleasure in thanking you on behalf of my dear Guardian for your
letter of April 5th.

As a far away outpost of the Baha'i Faith in New Zealand, he is always
delighted to hear from Auckland and especially yourself and your promising
Assembly there. You own a warm spot in his heart and he is looking forward
to the day when through the efforts of the Auckland Assembly, centres will
be established in every town in New Zealand. A firm faith and a golden
heart is yours, there still remains to turn other hearts into gold.

Miss Butler is well and often thinks of you. Assuring you of our
Guardian's prayers and the love and best wishes of the family who always
remember you.

Ever yours in His Service,
Soheil Afnan

[From the Guardian:]

_My dear and precious co-worker:_

_You should exercise your judgement and tact in delivering the message.
You should make an effort to understand the character and mind of the
seeker before you speak to him on the Cause. I will pray that you may be
inspired and guided to follow the path of moderation and may become an
exemplary herald of His message in that far-away land._

_Your well-wisher, _
_ Shoghi_

(19) June 4th, 1929

Dear Spiritual Sister:

Shoghi Effendi wishes me to acknowledge the receipt of your letter of Feb.
14th. He always feels great pleasure to obtain some news from the friends
of that distant land and he hopes and prays that through God's blessings
and your constant endeavours the Cause will develop in New Zealand and
bring into its fold many sincere and devoted souls.

The news that we daily obtain from the different parts of the world bring
in wonderful news of the progress of the Movement. The world is gradually
appreciating the significance of this Movement which has been for so long
misunderstood and denounced.

Yours ev