CARDIFF, MAY 21ST, 1936

CARDIFF, MAY 21ST, 1936

Mr. Arthur P. Taylor.

My Dear Arthur, — The Glasgow meetings were remarkably sustained, especially in the readings. I had not realised such steady help previously. There was no diminution of it. Of course, I speak from my own point of view. The hearing was poor at the first and second addresses, but the saints will get what was said in due course. You will be getting full accounts later, so I shall not add more as to Glasgow.

The meeting at Newcastle on Tuesday was as cheering, and I may say as triumphant, as any I have attended. A representation of brethren from all parts — including the dominions and the continent — were present as well as the local and nearby meetings. First an address — by myself — was delivered on The Local Assembly and then the brothers — all present at the address — met to consider the local matter. Mr. T——— t and Mr. K——— were there. These, as you know, had caused throughout the sorrow the greatest concern. They were fully with the brethren in the judgment expressed — that fellowship should be extended to the brethren at Wesley Street who have for some time been owned as “the approved”. I have no doubt the breaking of bread will be recommenced soon.

I grieve over what you mentioned as to Westfield. The ^[p. 34] condition there is the outstanding trouble now — Newcastle being out of the way. ——— and ——— will need great grace and the more they go down — even restoring what they have not taken away — the greater will be their gain. Their discrepancies will be magnified, but this will not in the long run cover nor excuse the unlawful attitude taken up against them. The balances of the sanctuary are perfectly fair.

Love to Ruth and all.

Affectionately,
Father.