He compliments Mrs. Roberts on her youthful spirit, which has enabled her at her age to recognize this glorious Faith, and arise to serve it.(7) She must truly be an inspiration to other Alaskan Bahá’ís; and he was truly happy to know that your Community is distinguished by having the first Indian Alaskan(8) as one of its members. You seem to have made a “scoop”! You may be sure he will pray for your progress and the unfoldment of the work there, in the holy Shrines. He sends you all his loving greetings. With warm Bahá’í greetings, R. Rabbani [From the Guardian:] May the Almighty bless your efforts, guide and sustain you always, and aid you to win great victories in the service of His Faith. Your true brother, Shoghi (28) May 14, 1956 (28) May 14, 1956 Anchorage Recording District Dear Bahá’í Friends: Your loving letter of April 23rd was received by the Beloved Guardian, and he has directed me to respond to it on his behalf. The contribution which you have made to the International Fund is greatly appreciated. Receipt is enclosed herein. The spirit of the time is the teaching of the Faith in new areas, particularly on the home front. The Guardian sincerely hopes you will be most active in this field, so that many seeking the light of divine guidance in your area, may be led to the Fountain of Immortality. The Keynote of success in the teaching field is study of the Word, Prayer, Meditation; and then action. Above all, perseverance in action. When these steps are followed in the realm of self-sacrifice, success will be achieved. The Guardian assures you of his prayers in your behalf. He sends his loving greetings. Faithfully yours, Leroy Ioas (29) May 23, 1956 (29) May 23, 1956 Spiritual Assembly of the Bahá’ís of Ketchikan Dear Bahá’í Brother: The beloved Guardian has received your letter of May 15th, and has instructed me to answer you on his behalf. The news you conveyed of the enrollment of Miss Campbell(9) was most welcome. The Guardian is very proud to have these Indian Bahá’ís in the Faith, and hopes that they will make every effort to carry the Message of Bahá’u’lláh to their people, remembering always the promises of the beloved Master of how great the Indians would become when the illumination of this Revelation reached them. The Guardian is happy to see that the Assembly there is functioning so well and achieving so much in the teaching field. He will pray for you all. With warm Bahá’í greetings, R. Rabbani [From the Guardian:] May the Beloved bless you and your dear co-workers, guide and sustain you always, and aid you to promote the vital interests of His Faith. Your true brother, Shoghi (30) June 22, 1956 (30) June 22, 1956 Spiritual Assembly of the Bahá’ís of Ketchikan Dear Bahá’í Brother: