What can you tell me about the service and devotion of Maharaj's earliest followers in Shirdi as described in the text?

Chapter 0 introduces Mhalasapati, Kashiram Shimpi, and Appa Jagle as Maharaj's early, devoted followers. These three men already had a practice of serving saints and fakirs who visited Shirdi. After meeting Maharaj, they became his total devotees. The text highlights Kashiram's service in particular, stating he served with 'body, mind, and wealth.' He provided Maharaj with a green kafni and cap, and also took a vow to supply him with chillum, tobacco, firewood for the Dhuni, and money if needed. Kashiram's devotion was so complete that he would place his entire money bag before Maharaj, asking him to take whatever he wished.