Footnotes
Printed also in “Bahá’í Administration”. (See para. 3, page xvii.)
Dr. Esselmont was elected Chairman.
The first meeting of the elected “National Spiritual Assembly” took place in London on 13 October 1923.
Also addressed to America and published in “Bahá’í Administration”.
Printed also in “Bahá’í Administration”.
Printed also in “Bahá’í Administration”.
Printed also in “Bahá’í Administration”.
This is the first example of a receipt from the Guardian. A few such receipts appear in this book as they illustrate his meticulous attention to detail. They do not, however, represent the total contributions made by members of the British Bahá’í community during the thirty-five years covered by the book.
Printed also in “Bahá’í Administration.”
Printed also in “Bahá’í Administration”.
Martha Root.
Printed also in “Bahá’í Administration”.
Martha Root and Mountfort Mills.
Printed also in “Bahá’í Administration”.
In a different handwriting from Miss Rosenberg’s.
Printed also in “Bahá’í Administration”.
Printed also in “Bahá’í Administration”.
As there were two believers with an equal number of votes for the ninth place it had been decided to have all ten on the National Assembly!
Printed also in “Bahá’í Administration”.
Printed also in “Bahá’í Administration”.
Printed also in “Bahá’í Administration”.
On the occasion of the opening of the new Bahá’í Centre on 19 September, at Walmer House, Regent St., London.
Addressed to Mrs. Slade.
“Promise of All Ages”
Published under the title, “The Dispensation of Bahá’u’lláh”.
Added as footnote to letter of February 24th.
In reply to the Convention’s cable stating that two new Assemblies—Bradford and Torquay—were represented, and the incorporation documents were completed.
The Guardian only used his full name in cables when the censorship regulations during states of emergency made it obligatory.
Lady Blomfield passed away 31 December 1939.
This was the first letter received by the British N.S.A. in which the secretarial part was written by, and signed, “R. Rabbání” (Amatu’l-Bahá Rúhíyyih Khánum).
In reply to cable sent to the Guardian 13 May 1941 FU’ÁD AFNÁN FIRST BAHÁ’Í AIR RAID VICTIM ENGLAND KILLED EARLY SUNDAY MORNING GRATEFUL IF YOU INFORM MOTHER.
This Minute recorded that: “Personal problems should not be referred to the Guardian without the advice or direction of the National Spiritual Assembly....”
The cabled reply was “First meeting thirteenth October, 1923.”
Printed also in “Messages to America (1932–1946)”.
In response to cable from Convention announcing adoption of a six year plan and requesting the Guardian to set the goals.
Miss Jessica Young were the first to arise to pioneer in the British Isles.
Printed also in “Messages to America (1932–1946)”.
Cable 9 May 1945.
In answer to cabled request for guidance about tied vote at Convention.
Although some pioneer settlement had been attempted, at the time this letter was being written only the first nine pioneers had actually become established: Ursula Newman (later Samandarí) and Kathleen Brown (later Lady Hornell) in October 1945; Walter Wilkins and Una Townshend in September 1946; David Hofman, Marion Hofman and Philip Hainsworth in October 1946.
Approving Teaching Conference to be dedicated to the 25th Anniversary of the Guardianship.
At news of move to new National Bahá’í Centre
Pioneers referred to were Charles Dunning, for whom projects were completed.
Walter Wilkins, Cyril Jenkerson, and Zara Warman had settled in Norwich, Blackpool, and Brighton, respectively.
This was in reply to a cable from the N.S.A. which ended “ASSEMBLY READY CONTINUE PLAN INTENSIVE TEACHING OTHER COMMUNITIES DESIGNED RELEASE KNOWN WILLING PIONEERS. INVOLVES DRASTIC REDUCTION ADMINISTRATIVE WORK FREE CAPABLE TEACHERS. SUSPEND UNTIL CONVENTION A.D.C., YOUTH, PUBLISHING TRUST, REDUCE SUMMER SCHOOL, TOWNSHEND COMMITTEES, DELAY NUMERICAL INCREASE VIRGIN TERRITORIES NEW ASSEMBLIES. READY OPERATE DESPERATE MEASURES IMMEDIATELY RECEIPT YOUR APPROVAL. BEGS PRAYERS GUIDANCE.”
Louise Charlot, Constance Langdon-Davies, and Cyril Jenkerson were pioneering to Oxford.
Substitution of Stockport for St. Ives as goal of Plan.
Refers to a suggested new procedure for the recognition of Local Assemblies.
In answer to cable of 10 April from N.S.A. “JOYFULLY TRANSMIT TEACHING COMMITTEE REPORT ARRANGEMENTS MADE COMPLETE PLAN BY RIDVÁN EARNESTLY ENTREAT PRAYERS BAHÁ’U’LLÁH SEAL VICTORY.”
In answer to cable of 17 April from National Assembly. “TOTAL VICTORY ASSURED LOVING GRATITUDE BOUNTIES BELOVED GUARDIAN ASSISTANCE WHOLE BAHÁ’Í WORLD.”
In answer to cable of 19 April from National Assembly. “JOYOUS RIDVÁN GREETINGS BELOVED GUARDIAN FROM NATIONAL ASSEMBLY AND TWENTY-FOUR LOCAL ASSEMBLIES BRITISH ISLES.”
Mary Basil-Hall, “Parvine”.
Florence “Mother” George.
Reply to cable sent on the occasion of the appointment of the International Bahá’í Council.
Músá and Samiyyih Banání, ‘Alí and Violette Nakhjavání, and Philip Hainsworth.
On receiving news of the first Declaration of the Africa project, in Tanganyika (Tanzania).
To the Treasurer for this special fund—Arthur Norton.
When Ethel Stephens flew to the Gold Coast.
Regarding the first Intercontinental Conference.
On 18 December 1951 the National Assembly reported to the beloved Guardian the acceptance of two African believers in Kampala.
Reply to National Assembly’s enquiry whether Hands of the Cause could be invited to give talks at the Africa Conference.
Death of Marguerite Preston and eldest child killed in air crash returning to Kenya.
Regarding Dr. and Mrs. Abbás Afnán.
The National Assembly cabled the Guardian on 14 April 1952: “KAMPALA DAR-ES-SALAAM NOW NINE ASSEMBLIES ASSURED. BELIEVE MAINTENANCE ASSURED ALL ASSEMBLIES EXCEPT BLACKPOOL WHERE TWO GAPS REMAIN. BEG SPECIAL PRAYERS”.
On news of maintenance of all Assemblies.
From Leeds to Norwich at age 84 and died at age 86.
On 9 January 1951 the Guardian announced the formation of the first International Bahá’í Council, hailing it as “the greatest event shedding lustre upon second epoch of Formative Age...” and on 8 March 1952 he enlarged it and named its eight members. Hand of the Cause Leroy Ioas was appointed Secretary General and as such wrote frequently to the British National Spiritual Assembly. He wrote more frequently, however, conveying messages from the Guardian, requesting information, sharing news, etc., signing his letters “Assistant Secretary”. This was the first letter of this kind. His letters are now included wherever he indicates that he is writing on behalf of the Guardian.
Reply to Summer School.
Reply to greetings of N.S.A. at beginning of Holy Year.
On completion of nine African Pamphlets, a goal of the Two Year Plan.
Announcing “Roll of Honour” for “Knights of Bahá’u’lláh” published in “Messages to the Bahá’í World, 1950–1957”, p. 48.
Refers to purchase of Hazíratu’l-Quds, London.
Refers to purchase of Hazíratu’l-Quds, London.
£600 on this occasion.
Refers to purchase of National Hazíratu’l-Quds, London.
Joint Convention Message to all National Assemblies. Published “Bahá’í Journal” No. 114 and “Messages to the Bahá’í World 1950–1957”, p. 60.
On report that all overseas territories opened and all home Assemblies assured.
On report that all overseas territories opened and all home Assemblies assured.
On signing of contract for Hazíratu’l-Quds, London.
See letter 5 August 1955 for references to status of Assemblies with fewer than nine members, use of bequests and Freemasonry.
See letter 5 August 1955 for references to status of Assemblies with fewer than nine members, use of bequests and Freemasonry.
This was sent in reply to a cable from a meeting at 27 Rutland Gate, London, S.W.7, jointly to dedicate the new Hazíratu’l-Quds and to hold Teaching Conference.
On report that all Assemblies maintained; Nicosia had eight with ninth member en route to arrive 7 May.
Replied “exactly 100”.
Refers to Dr. John Mitchell.
As convening Chairman, Kampala Convention.
?íya’u’lláh Asgharzádih.
For allocation of delegates to Assemblies lapsing after civic limits rule imposed.
Proposed letter of thanks to a Head of State.
The two versions are: “We will all, verily, abide by the Will of God”, and “Verily we are content with the Will of God”.
Sent in reply to a cable expressing gratitude for the appointment of two British Hands of the Cause of God.