ica, is the object of my constant prayer for them
in the Holy Shrines as well as my heart's most cherished desire.

Shoghi

(43) July 6, 1957

(43) July 6, 1957

The Spiritual Assembly of the Baha'is of Ketchikan

Dear Baha'i Friends:

Your loving letter of June 7th was duly 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.

The Spirit of confirmation is descending in torrents on all those who
arise to teach in a devoted and consecrated manner. Never before have so
many victories been won in the teaching field as are being won all over
the Baha'i world at this time.

Alaska has developed very remarkably in the past years. With the
establishment of the new National Spiritual Assembly of Alaska in Ridvan
of this year, the Guardian is hopeful that the friends will arise with
renewed effort and spread the Faith far and wide. A new spirit has been
released due to the establishment of the National Assembly and the friends
should seize their opportunity while they still have the chance and win
many souls to the Faith.

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

Faithfully yours,
Leroy Ioas

(44) July 12, 1957

(44) July 12, 1957

Spiritual Assembly of the Baha'is of the Anchorage Recording District

Dear Baha'i Friends:

Your letter of May 29th has been received by the beloved Guardian, and he
has instructed me to answer you on his behalf.

He is very happy to learn that your Assembly now has an endowment of its
own. This will give the Faith a greater prestige and standing there. The
spiritual vitality shown by the friends in Alaska pleases him greatly.

Please express his appreciation of their gift to the Faith to the donors
of this tract of land.(11)

He assures you of his prayers for you all, and for the rapid progress of
the work in that region, and throughout Alaska.

With warm Baha'i greetings,
R. Rabbani

[From the Guardian:]

May the Beloved bless your efforts, guide every step you take, and aid you
to promote the vital interests of His Faith.

Your true brother,
Shoghi

(45) July 14, 1957

(45) July 14, 1957

Spiritual Assembly of the Baha'is of Tanana Valley

Dear Baha'i Friends:

The beloved Guardian has received your letter of June 15th, in which you
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