As he cabled you, he feels that Charlottetown(22), representing as it
does, one of the Canadian Provinces, must be maintained at any cost.
In regard to the question you asked about the holding of the Canadian
Convention in Wilmette, this would not be possible, as the National Body
must hold its Convention in its own country. He suggests, however, that
you make an effort to coordinate the dates in such a way that the friends
can later proceed to Wilmette for the Intercontinental Teaching Conference
and the dedication of the Temple. As long as it is held within the Ridvan
period, the dates can be arranged any way that suits your convenience, and
of course the Convention can be convened in any place in Canada your
Assembly decides upon, even on the American frontier at a point en route
to Chicago.
The Guardian was most happy to hear of the excellent work some of the
Baha'is are doing with the Eskimos and the Indians, and considers their
spirit most exemplary. They are rendering a far greater service than they,
themselves, are aware of, the fruits of which will be seen, not only in
Canada, but because of their repercussions, in other countries where
primitive populations must be taught.
He feels that the opening for a Canadian believer to visit the Governor of
Greenland and his wife is extremely important.
The personality of the Baha'i who accepts this invitation should be
carefully considered, because to be a guest of people in a different
climate and environment, of a different nationality and speaking a
different language, so far away, might be a little trying, and of course
the impression that this Baha'i creates will be of infinite importance to
the Faith in its future development in Greenland. Whether ... makes the
sacrifice and goes, or some other individual is chosen, he urges your
Assembly to above all consider this matter tactfully and from the human
standpoint, rather than the religious one, if one can put it that way.