d of the memory of their
first and distinguished martyr. Sorrow stricken, I lament my earthly
separation from an invaluable collaborator, an unfailing counselor, an
esteemed and faithful friend. I urge the Local Assemblies befittingly to
organize memorial gatherings in memory of one whose international services
entitled her to an eminent rank among the Hands of the Cause of
Baha'u'llah.

Cablegram October 30, 1933

POTENTIALITIES OF MAJESTIC EDIFICE

Message to 1934 Convention

American believers' inspired leadership steadily unfolding to Baha'is
world over the potentialities of the majestic edifice heralding formative
period of the Faith of Baha'u'llah. Their unerring vision conceived its
matchless design. 'Abdu'l-Baha's own hands laid its cornerstone. Their
dynamic faith reared its structure. Their sustained self-sacrifice crowned
it with immortal glory. May the flame of their unconquerable enthusiasm
continue glowing undimmed in their hearts till its naked frame is
enveloped in its shining mantle.

Cablegram June 4, 1934

THE VOTING RIGHT

I feel I must reaffirm the vital importance and necessity of the right of
voting--a sacred responsibility of which no adult recognized believer
should be deprived, unless he is associated with a community that has not
as yet been in a position to establish a local Assembly. This
distinguishing right which the believer possesses, however, does not carry
with it nor does it imply an obligation to cast his vote, if he feels that
the circumstances under which he lives do not justify or allow him to
exercise that right intelligently and with understanding. This is a matter
which should be left to the individual to decide himself according to his
own conscience and discretion.

April 28, 1935

UNPRECEDENTED IMPETUS

Message to 1935 Convention

Heartily reciprocate sentiments conveyed in your message. Appeal to
assembled delegates and incoming National Assembly to deliberate on
measures required to stimulate all local communities and groups to lend
immediate, unprecedented impetus to teaching activities throughout United
States and Canada. Sustained concentration on this paramount issue can
alone reveal the potentialities of beloved Temple and enable the superb
self-sacrifice associated with it to yield its fairest fruit.

Cablegram April 29, 1935

SEPARATION FROM OUTWORN CREEDS

The separation that set in between the institutions