SALISBURY, JULY 24TH, 1935

^[p. 459] SALISBURY, JULY 24TH, 1935

Mr. Arthur P. Taylor.

My Dear Arthur, — Mother and I are very glad to have yours of the 11th inst., also a previous one. We thought of you much as on the ocean and later as having resumed your duties in New York. As moving about we have heard much of your movements and services in Great Britain — commendation everywhere! At Gloucester last week-end we had an excellent season.

We are thankful dear little Arthur is undamaged and that Ruth and all are well through the mercy of God. Through appearances we are sometimes allowed to experience sorrow so as to gain by the discipline and then we find the occasion of sorrow had no real existence.

We are greatly relieved that ——— withdrew his letter. I note that you would like to see him take the seven plunges in Jordan, but we must be thankful that he went to Jordan; but I think he did more. All the circumstances have to be considered.

We arrived here last evening for two meetings today; then we go to the London area again for meetings at Wimbledon and Wallington, and then to Worcester, Birmingham and finally Southampton for meetings at Eastleigh on the 9th — the day before sailing — the Lord permitting. I find sustained interest in the truth everywhere.

Note — kindly tell Mr. Fogg, Manchester, that Mr. Scutt will not be at their special meetings; he has to hurry to Victoria to catch a boat. I wrote to Jim of his going to these meetings.

Extend our sympathy to Mr. and Mrs. Shuldheis, also to the Zbindens if you have opportunity. We grieve for them. Convey our love to all the brethren, especially those at Flatbush, as you have opportunity. Plenty to Ruth, Dorothy, Ruth, jnr., and the twins and to all the families. Most thankful to hear of dear Jean — may God perfect her and make her a testimony in the hospital, to her parents and other relatives.

Affectionately,

Father.