clergy you could get one out along the lines he might
suggest as suitable. 754. He would not advise any special contact being
made with the Swedenborgians as the Master's reference is not sufficiently
clear and emphatic to warrant it. 755. The Guardian does not believe you
should ask the Russian Embassy for help in locating Mde. Grinevskaya's
play about the Bab, as he believes they could be of no help in the matter.
You might ask the American N.S.A. if they have this material available.

The Guardian's prayers are offered on behalf of the N.S.A. members, that
you, one and all, may be aided and guided in your labours during the
coming months, to prepare the way for a befitting and glorious Centenary
celebration of our beloved Faith during May of 1944.

[From the Guardian:]

Dearly beloved friends,

I was so pleased and encouraged to witness the recent evidences of the
determination of the English believers to arise, as never before, during
this concluding year of the first Baha'i century, and ensure the extension
of the teaching activities of the Faith, the consolidation of its
interests, and a better understanding and wider recognition of its aims,
its principles, and accomplishments. The efforts they must exert during
these remaining months must be unprecedented in their range and character.
The blessings that will be vouchsafed to them, if they unitedly persevere
and vigorously prosecute their urgent task, will alike be unprecedented.
The preparation for a befitting celebration of the forthcoming Centenary
must likewise be carefully and energetically carried out. May the Almighty
sustain and guide them in their vast and meritorious endeavours.

Shoghi

Letter of 10 August 1943 (Summer School)

10 August 1943 (Summer School)

CONCENTRATION TEACHING AND CENTENARY PREPARATIONS MOST VITAL MATTERS
FERVENTLY PRAY ALL MAY BECOME RADIANTLY ACTIVE GREETINGS DEEPLY
APPRECIATED.

SHOGHI RABBANI

Letter of 25 October 1943

25 October 1943

ADVISE CONTACT HERBERT SAMUEL RONALD STORRS TUDOR POLE AND OTHER
SYMPATHISERS WHICH NATIONAL ASSEMBLY MAY SUGGEST VIGOROUS ACTION NECESSARY
SAFEGUARD INTERESTS FAITH INSURE SUCCESS CELEBRATION.

SHOGHI RABBANI

Letter of 2 November 1943

2 November 1943

CABLING FIVE HUNDRED POUNDS TO BE EXPENDED DISCRETION YOUR ASSEMBLY
FURTHERANCE TEACHING ACTIVITIES AND BAHA'I PUBLICATIONS DEEPEST LOVE
ASSURANCE CONTINUED PRAYERS.

SHOGHI RABBANI

Letter