(44) July 12, 1957 (44) July 12, 1957 Spiritual Assembly of the Bahá’ís of the Anchorage Recording District Dear Bahá’í 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 Bahá’í 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 Bahá’ís of Tanana Valley Dear Bahá’í Friends: The beloved Guardian has received your letter of June 15th, in which you quoted the cablegram sent by your Assembly to Írán; and has instructed me to acknowledge it on his behalf, and to tell you he greatly appreciates your prompt response to his request. With warm Bahá’í greetings, R. Rabbani (46) July 19, 1957 (46) July 19, 1957 Convention Secretary First Annual Convention of the Bahá’ís of Alaska Dear Bahá’í Sister: Your letter of June 11th together with enclosures has been received by the beloved Guardian, and he has instructed me to answer you on his behalf. He appreciates having the Minutes of this Convention. The Guardian has high hopes for the rapid progress of the Faith in Alaska, and feels confident that, as the believers arise to shoulder their new responsibilities, adequate strength and guidance will be given them to accomplish the tasks set before them. With warm Bahá’í greetings, R. Rabbani [From the Guardian:] May the Almighty guide your steps in the path of service, and aid you to further the vital interests of His Faith. Your true brother, Shoghi (47) August 8, 1957 (47) August 8, 1957 National Spiritual Assembly of the Bahá’ís of Alaska Dear Bahá’í Sister: Your loving letter of July 6th was received by the beloved Guardian and he has directed me to acknowledge it on his behalf. The contribution made by your National Assembly to the International Fund is greatly appreciated. Receipt is enclosed. The Guardian feels that it is proper for your Assembly to make a contribution to the International Fund because it links more closely the activities of the National Assembly with the World Center of the Faith and through you all the Bahá’ís in Alaska.