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A TELEGRAM
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earthly friend. Follow the directions of God as simplified in Christian Science, and though it be through deserts He will direct you into the paths of peace.

I do not presume to give you personal instruction as to your relations with other students. All I say is stated in Christian Science to be used as a model. Please find it there, and do not bring your Leader into a personal conflict.

I have not seen Mrs. Stetson for over a year, and have not written to her since August 30, 1909.

Sincerely yours,

Mary Baker Eddy.
Brookline, Mass.,
December 11, 1909.


A Telegram and Mrs. Eddy's Reply

[Telegram]

Mrs. Mary Baker Eddy,
Chestnut Hill, Mass.

Beloved Leader: — We rejoice that our church has promptly made its demonstration by action at its annual meeting in accordance with your desire for a truly democratic and liberal government.

Board of Trustees,
First Church of Christ, Scientist,
New York, N. Y.,

Charles Dean, Chairman,
Arthur O. Probst, Clerk.
New York, N. Y.,
January 19, 1910.