Today in Mormon History - Oct 31

Today in Mormon History ...

At death of Utah's fovernor J. Wilson Schaffer, Apostle Joseph F. Smith writes: "Thank God! He was a low, debauched, vulgar, senseless, ignorant cur, and the Lord be praised that his vile, despicable existence has terminated." (1)
-- 140 years ago - Oct 31, 1870

William Smith confronted his brother Joseph, accusing him of always carrying out his planned course, "whether right or wrong." William tried to justify his "treating the authority of the Presidency with contempt." He then resigned his eldership in the Church and made public rxclamations against his brother Joseph. [LDS Church History Vol II, pp. 296-297; cf. Frost statement] (2)
-- 175 years ago - (Sat) Oct 31, 1835

Missionaries preach in Euclid (now northeast corner of Cleveland) (3)
-- 180 years ago - Oct 31, 1830


1 - On This Day in Mormon History, http://onthisdayinmormonhistory.blogspot.com
2 - Broadhurst, Dale R., Mormon Chronology, http://olivercowdery.com/history/morchrn2.htm
3 - Kenny, Scott, Saints Without Halos, "Mormon History 1830-1844," http://saintswithouthalos.com/dirs/d_c.phtml

Today in Mormon History - Oct 30

Today in Mormon History ...

[Kenny, Scott, Saints Without Halos, "Mormon History 1830-1844," http:
saintswithouthalos.com/dirs/d_c.phtml] General 171 years ago - Oct 30, 1839
-- 28

[Heber J. Grant] Begins service as stake president in Tooele, Utah. (2)
-- 130 years ago - Oct 30, 1880

The First Branch in Wales was created on this day, just 3 weeks after the Missionaries arrived in the area. (3)
-- 170 years ago - Oct 30, 1840


1 - years ago - Oct 30, 1839 18391030
2 - Church of Jesus Christ of Latter-day Saints, Teachings of Presidents of the Church: Heber J. Grant, Salt Lake City, Utah
3 - Church of Jesus Christ of Latter-day Saints, United Kingdom, "On This Day," https://www.lds.org.uk/show_oda.php

Today in Mormon History - Oct 29

Today in Mormon History ...

[Kenny, Scott, Saints Without Halos, "Mormon History 1830-1844," http:
saintswithouthalos.com/dirs/d_c.phtml] General 171 years ago - Oct 29, 1839
-- 26

Apostle Brigham Young writes in his journal: "Elder Kimball and I went to Southport, . . . The Patriarch blessed us, and prophecied that there were those present who should not sleep in the grave until they should see the Son of Man come in his glory-namely, brother Kimball and myself." (2)
-- 170 years ago - Oct 29, 1840

Warren Parrish becomes Joseph Smith's scribe for $15 per month [per Joseph Smith]. (3)
-- 175 years ago - Oct 29, 1835


1 - years ago - Oct 29, 1839 18391029
2 - On This Day in Mormon History, http://onthisdayinmormonhistory.blogspot.com
3 - Tidd, N. R., "Mormon Chronology"

Today in Mormon History - Oct 28

Today in Mormon History ...

Josiah Butterfield: Wife, Polly, died 28 October 1840 at Bear Creek. (1)
-- 170 years ago - Oct 28, 1840

Parley P. Pratt's prosecution of Mr. Newell of Mentor was heard by a judge and jury of the Court of Common Pleas at Chardon. Pratt was awareded $47 in damages. {Chardon Spectator, 5:18, Oct. 30, 1835] (2)
-- 175 years ago - late Oct 1835

Lamanite missionaries arrive in Mentor, Ohio. (3)
-- 180 years ago - Oct 28, 1830


1 - Cook, Lyndon W., The Revelations of the Prophet Joseph Smith: A Historical and Biographical Commentary of the Doctrine and Covenants, Seventy's Mission Bookstore, Provo UT, 1985
2 - Broadhurst, Dale R., Mormon Chronology, http://olivercowdery.com/history/morchrn2.htm
3 - Kenny, Scott, Saints Without Halos, "Mormon History 1830-1844," http://saintswithouthalos.com/dirs/d_c.phtml

Today in Mormon History - Oct 27

Today in Mormon History ...

[Apostle John Henry Smith] Ordained an apostle in the Quorum of the Twelve. (1)
-- 130 years ago - Oct 27, 1880

Kirtland, Ohio. Joseph Smith prayed concerning his brother Samuel Smith's sick wife and received a promise from the Lord that she would be delivered of a living child, and be spared. (2)
-- 175 years ago - Oct 27, 1835

Spencer W. Kimball dedicates temple at Tokyo, Japan. (3)
-- 30 years ago - Oct 27, 1980


1 - White, Jean Bickmore, Church, State, and Politics, p.xviii, A John Henry Smith Chronology
2 - BYU Studies Journal, volume 46, no. 4: A Chronology of the Life of Joseph Smith
3 - On This Day in Mormon History, http://onthisdayinmormonhistory.blogspot.com

Today in Mormon History - Oct 26

Today in Mormon History ...

BYU's spokesman announces that university officials have accepted explanation of mathematics professor John Milo Peterson that only "a clerical error" was involved in his claiming for twenty years that University of Georgia had awarded him Ph.D. degree (which qualifies him as specialist in mathematics) rather than his actual degree of Ed.D. (which qualifies him as specialist in educational techniques) from Utah State University. Peterson is currently stake president and his college dean is patriarch of that stake. As stake president, Peterson asks every applicant for priesthood ordination and temple recommends following question: "Are you honest in your dealings with your fellowmen?" In 1993 national CHRONICLE OF HIGHER EDUCATION noted that Peterson's annual salary was $103,000 (among BYU's top five) as full professor and director of graduate program in mathematics. (1)
-- 15 years ago - Oct 26, 1995

Joseph, Hyrum, and Don Carlos go to county court in Chardon with Samuel, who is fined $20 "for not doing Military duty." Joseph blames the lawyer and court. (2)
-- 175 years ago - Oct 26, 1835

[Lucy Mack Smith] A writ against Hyrum for a debt owed to Alexander McIntyre is returned; the officer failed to find either Hyrum or any attachable property. (3)
-- 180 years ago - Oct 26, 1830


1 - On This Day in Mormon History, http://onthisdayinmormonhistory.blogspot.com
2 - Kenny, Scott, Saints Without Halos, "Mormon History 1830-1844," http://saintswithouthalos.com/dirs/d_c.phtml
3 - Anderson, Lavina Fielding, Editor, Lucy's Book: A Critical Edition of Lucy Mack Smith's Family Memoir, 2001, Signature Books

Today in Mormon History - Oct 25

Today in Mormon History ...

The First Presidency sent a letter to stake presidents and bishops directing that a week-day religious education program be established in every ward where there was not a Church school. It was recommended that classes be taught, under the direction of the Church's General Board of Education, after school hours or on Saturdays . (1)
-- 120 years ago - Oct 25, 1890

DESERET NEWS editorial. "A Utah Genius," suggests that some of Utah's "public-spirited men who have means to spare for occasional luxuries" order sculpture work by 17-year-old Cyrus Dallin and pay him in advance so he can continue art studies in Boston. (2)
-- 130 years ago - Oct 25, 1880

Ezra Taft Benson: Appointed member of stake presidency in Quincy, Illinois, 25 October 1840. (3)
-- 170 years ago - Oct 25, 1840


1 - Church News: Historical Chronology of The Church of Jesus Christ of Latter-day Saints, http://www.ldschurchnews.com/articles/58765/Historical-chronology-of-The-Church-of-Jesus-Christ-of-Latter-day-Saints.html
2 - On This Day in Mormon History, http://onthisdayinmormonhistory.blogspot.com
3 - Cook, Lyndon W., The Revelations of the Prophet Joseph Smith: A Historical and Biographical Commentary of the Doctrine and Covenants, Seventy's Mission Bookstore, Provo UT, 1985

Today in Mormon History - Oct 24

Today in Mormon History ...

William E Mclellin: In response to William E Mclellin 's revelation 22-24 Oct. 1870, promoted an organization based on Whitmer's succession (1)
-- 140 years ago - Oct 24, 1870

[High Council Minutes]
The High Council of the Church of Jesus Christ of Latter Day Saints of Nauvoo Illinois met in council at the office of Joseph Smith jr.
Resolved, That Elias Higbee be appointed president pro. tem. of the High Council, to fill the place of President Alpheus Cutler, resigned.
The charge against William Gregory, prefered, Oct 17th was brought up for trial according to adjournment
Numbers seven (Thomas Grover) and eight (Austin Cowles) were apointed to speak on the case
The defendant plead not guilty. The evidences wer were then heared. The charge was sustained and after the pleadings were over, he, the defendant, made a humble confession to the satisfaction of the Council the plaintiff also to the satisfaction of the plantiff.
Adjourned
Hosea Stout Clerk pro tem. (2)
-- 170 years ago - October the 24th 1840

[Book of Abraham] "Mr. Goodrich and his lady called to see the ancient records. They also called at Dr. Frederick G. Williams to see the mummies." (An American Prophet's Record, p.40) (3)
-- 175 years ago - Saturday, Oct 24, 1835


1 - Quinn, D. Michael, The Mormon Hierarchy: Origins of Power, Appendix 6, Biographical Sketches of General Officers of the Church of Jesus Christ of Latter-day Saints, 1830-47
2 - Minutes of the High Council of the Church of Jesus Christ of Nauvoo Illinois: Nauvoo Hancock County Illinois
3 - Joseph Smith's Diary Statements Regarding Translation of His Egyptian Papyri and the Book of Abraham, Instutite for Religious Research

Today in Mormon History - Oct 23

Today in Mormon History ...

SALT LAKE TRIBUNE reports that during formal meeting with University of Utah's president, nine Utah legislators from Utah County (home of BYU) criticize coursework at state campus. Utah County legislators (including several members of appropriations committee for University of Utah) complain about "topics being taught that are inconsistent with the beliefs of the predominant religion, particularly in the Graduate School of Social Work and the department of philosophy." These legislators (eight republicans out of nine) also have "concerns about the Women's Resource Center." (1)
-- 15 years ago - Oct 23, 1995

[Wilford Woodruff] 23d I received two letters one from Sister Sarah Foss & the other from Brother Ilus F Carter. I was truly glad to hear from our Maine friends. We wrote 3 letters one to A Cordon, one to G Simpson & one to W. Richards signed Woodruff & Smith. (2)
-- 170 years ago - Oct 23, 1840

Joseph, Oliver Cowdery, David Whitmer, Hyrum Smith, John Whitmer, Sidney Rigdon, Samuel H. Smith, Frederick G. Williams, and W. W. Phelps pray for relief from debt, deliverance of Zion without bloodshed, protection from the Missourians, and the means to buy inheritances in Zion to accomplish the Lord's work there, "all this easily and without perplexity and trouble; and finally, that in the end He would save us in His celestial kingdom." (3)
-- 175 years ago - Oct 23, 1835


1 - On This Day in Mormon History, http://onthisdayinmormonhistory.blogspot.com
2 - Wilford Woodruff's Journal: 1833-1898 Typescript, Volumes 1-9, Edited by Scott G. Kenney, Signature Books 1993
3 - Kenny, Scott, Saints Without Halos, "Mormon History 1830-1844," http://saintswithouthalos.com/dirs/d_c.phtml

Today in Mormon History - Oct 22

Today in Mormon History ...

Lucy Grant (Cannon), later the fourth general president of the Young Women's Mutual Improvement Association (predecessor to the Young Women organization), is born in Salt Lake City, Utah. (1)
-- 130 years ago - Oct 22, 1880

Wilford Woodruff, on a mission in England learns that his first-born child has died over three months earlier. (2)
-- 170 years ago - Oct 22, 1840

[Wilford Woodruff] 22st Preached at Br Camp's. Got 1 signer for E & M Star. (3)
-- 175 years ago - Oct 22, 1835


1 - The Woodland Institute 'On This Day Historical Database,' http://www.woodlandinstitute.com
2 - On This Day in Mormon History, http://onthisdayinmormonhistory.blogspot.com
3 - Wilford Woodruff's Journal: 1833-1898 Typescript, Volumes 1-9, Edited by Scott G. Kenney, Signature Books 1993

Today in Mormon History - Oct 21

Today in Mormon History ...

Erastus Snow: Left Nauvoo late April 1840 and returned 21 October 1840. (1)
-- 170 years ago - Oct 21, 1840

Book of Moses (Pearl of Great Price) is being written as Joseph continues to revise the Bible. (2)
-- 180 years ago - Oct 21, 1830

[Mark Hofmann] Elder Hugh Pinnock releases details of his role in obtaining a loan for Hofmann. (3)
-- 25 years ago - Oct 21, 1985


1 - Cook, Lyndon W., The Revelations of the Prophet Joseph Smith: A Historical and Biographical Commentary of the Doctrine and Covenants, Seventy's Mission Bookstore, Provo UT, 1985
2 - Kenny, Scott, Saints Without Halos, "Mormon History 1830-1844," http://saintswithouthalos.com/dirs/d_c.phtml
3 - Whittaker, David J., The Hofmann Maze, A Book Review Essay with a Chronology and Bibliography of the Hofmann Case, BYU Studies Vol. 29, No. 1, pg.80,

Today in Mormon History - Oct 20

Today in Mormon History ...

John F Boynton Death: 20 Oct. 1890, Syracuse, Onondaga Go., New York , Estate: $3571.97 appraised; net about $1000 (1)
-- 120 years ago - Oct 20, 1890

[Wilford Woodruff] 20th I Baptized 3 Campbellites one A deacon. Then Rode 12 miles & Preached at Mr Joseph Greenwoods. Mr Greenwood was 81 years of Age & A revolutioner under George Washington. His wife who was Carding Wool Elizabeth Greenwood was 93 years of Age & well remembered Braddocks Army. (2)
-- 175 years ago - Oct 20, 1835

LaRae Orullian is elected national president of Girl Scouts of America. She is Mormon president of Women's Bank in Denver, Colorado. (3)
-- 20 years ago - Oct 20, 1990


1 - Quinn, D. Michael, The Mormon Hierarchy: Origins of Power, Appendix 6, Biographical Sketches of General Officers of the Church of Jesus Christ of Latter-day Saints, 1830-47
2 - Wilford Woodruff's Journal: 1833-1898 Typescript, Volumes 1-9, Edited by Scott G. Kenney, Signature Books 1993
3 - On This Day in Mormon History, http://onthisdayinmormonhistory.blogspot.com

Today in Mormon History - Oct 19

Today in Mormon History ...

Kirtland, Ohio. Joseph Smith exhibited the ancient Egyptian records he had been translating to a number of visitors. (1)
-- 175 years ago - Oct 19, 1835

[Mark Hofmann] Church announces Harris letter was given to FBI to authenticate. The FBI tests did not indicate forgery. Second search of Hofmann home conducted. (2)
-- 25 years ago - Oct 19, 1985

President David O. McKay of the First Presidency dedicates the site for the Idaho Falls Temple (later the Idaho Falls Idaho Temple). (3)
-- 70 years ago - Oct 19, 1940


1 - BYU Studies Journal, volume 46, no. 4: A Chronology of the Life of Joseph Smith
2 - Whittaker, David J., The Hofmann Maze, A Book Review Essay with a Chronology and Bibliography of the Hofmann Case, BYU Studies Vol. 29, No. 1, pg.80,
3 - The Woodland Institute 'On This Day Historical Database,' http://www.woodlandinstitute.com

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Today in Mormon History - Oct 18

Today in Mormon History ...

Brigham Young's Office Journal records : "B[righam] Y[oung] observed Pres[ident] Buchanan will be despised of God, man and the devil; he might be kind to his women and children but he is an ignorant man and would misuse his old friends for his present ones. Franklin Pierce, is a far more talented man than Buchanan ever was, but he ought to have been born a woman. Fillmore has more sound sense than all of the others put together." (1)
-- 150 years ago - Oct 18, 1860

[Wilford Woodruff] 18 On the Lords day Rode to Clarks River 10 mi & Preached in the meeting house. Had A debate with A Campbellite Priest. Also Preached at night in the same place on the Authenticity of the Book of Mormon to A large Assembly. (2)
-- 175 years ago - Oct 18, 1835

D&C 33 (Fayette): Ezra Thayer and Northrop Sweet called on missions. Gather the elect. (3)
-- 180 years ago - 1830 October [18-31]


1 - On This Day in Mormon History, http://onthisdayinmormonhistory.blogspot.com
2 - Wilford Woodruff's Journal: 1833-1898 Typescript, Volumes 1-9, Edited by Scott G. Kenney, Signature Books 1993
3 - Kenny, Scott, Saints Without Halos, "Mormon History 1830-1844," http://saintswithouthalos.com/dirs/d_c.phtml

Today in Mormon History - Oct 17

Today in Mormon History ...

Brigham Young's office journal records: "Geo[rge] A. Smith called in the President, and other of the brethren discussed the nature and habits of the Beaver." (1)
-- 150 years ago - Oct 17, 1860

Joseph Smith turned out the various "boarders" who had been living in his home at Kirtland. If Samuel W. Denton was still residing with the Smith family, he and his new wife would have left by this date. (2)
-- 175 years ago - (Sat) Oct 17, 1835

Following a revelation received by the Prophet Joseph Smith (see D&C 32), Parley P. Pratt, Oliver Cowdery, Peter Whitmer Jr., and Ziba Peterson began a mission to the Lamanites, leaving copies of the Book of Mormon with the Cattaraugus Indians in New York, the Wyandots in Ohio, and the Shawnees and Delawares on the Missouri frontier. They stopped en route to teach and baptize Sidney Rigdon and a congregation of his followers in the Kirtland, Ohio, area. (3)
-- 180 years ago - Oct 17, 1830


1 - On This Day in Mormon History, http://onthisdayinmormonhistory.blogspot.com
2 - Broadhurst, Dale R., Mormon Chronology, http://olivercowdery.com/history/morchrn2.htm
3 - Church News: Historical Chronology of The Church of Jesus Christ of Latter-day Saints, http://www.ldschurchnews.com/articles/58765/Historical-chronology-of-The-Church-of-Jesus-Christ-of-Latter-day-Saints.html

Today in Mormon History - Oct 16

Today in Mormon History ...

The Eastern Atlantic States Mission is organized. (1)
-- 50 years ago - Oct 16, 1960

Philo Dibble (a Kirtland land dealer) baptized by Parley P. Pratt. Joseph Smith living on Frederick G. Williams' farm which was $400 in debt and in danger of reverting to the prior owner; Joseph Coe was required to raise the money but couldn't so Dibble sold some of his 1200 acres for $1.75 per acre and paid Joseph Smith the $400 [per Philo Dibble]. (2)
-- 180 years ago - Oct 16, 1830

[Mark Hofmann] Hofmann injured by bomb in his car. Some speculate that the bomb was intended for Brent Ashworth or Christensen's attorney. (3)
-- 25 years ago - Oct 16, 1985


1 - The Woodland Institute 'On This Day Historical Database,' http://www.woodlandinstitute.com
2 - Tidd, N. R., "Mormon Chronology"
3 - Whittaker, David J., The Hofmann Maze, A Book Review Essay with a Chronology and Bibliography of the Hofmann Case, BYU Studies Vol. 29, No. 1, pg.80,

Today in Mormon History - Oct 15

Today in Mormon History ...

15 October 1870. Spelling as in original.
I dug potatoes in the forenoon & attended the School of the Prophets in the Afternoon President Yo[un]g asked me to speak upon the Character of Adam who he was I proved that Adam was Michael the Archangel, the Seventh Angel, & the Ancient of Days, the Father of all & the prince of All. I quoted the 7 Chapter of Daniel 9 to 14 vers (sp. verses) Doctrine & Covents (sp. Covenants) 79 page 28 paragraph 106 page 35 P 201 p 2d Paragraph I was followed by G Q Cannon President Yg & G.A.. Smith (1)
-- 140 years ago - Oct 15, 1870

[Wilford Woodruff] 15th Rode to Isaac Hendricks. Preached at his house. Then Rode to Mr Clapps on Taropen. Preached at his house. Distance 30 miles. (2)
-- 175 years ago - Oct 15, 1835

Steven Christensen and Kathy Sheets are killed by homemade bombs. Mark Hofmann, the killer, is injured the next day by a third bomb but lives to avoid trial through a successful plea-bargain after an agonizing investigation exposes misrepresentations on the part of general authorities and their representatives and leaves Mormon historians charged with gullibility. (3)
-- 25 years ago - Oct 15, 1985.


1 - Quotations Dealing with the Relationship of Our First Earthy Parents to Our Heavenly Parents (1830-1978)
2 - Wilford Woodruff's Journal: 1833-1898 Typescript, Volumes 1-9, Edited by Scott G. Kenney, Signature Books 1993
3 - Anderson, Lavina Fielding, "The LDS Intellectual Community and Church Leadership: A Contemporary Chronology," Dialogue, Vol.26, No.1

Today in Mormon History - Oct 14

Today in Mormon History ...

J. D. 8:208; President Brigham Young delivered in the Bowery, Great Salt Lake City; October 14, 1860.
Many of the sisters grieve because they are not blessed with offspring. You will see the time when you will have millions of children around you. If you are faithful to your covenants, you will become mothers of nations. You will become Eves to earths like this; and when you have assisted in peopling one earth there are millions of earths still in the course of creation. (1)
-- 150 years ago - Oct 14, 1860

[Wilford Woodruff] 14th Rode to Concord & returned to Br Taylors 16 m. (2)
-- 175 years ago - Oct 14, 1835

[Lucy Mack Smith] Hyrum has moved to Colesville by this date. (3)
-- 180 years ago - Oct 14, 1830


1 - Quotations Dealing with the Relationship of Our First Earthy Parents to Our Heavenly Parents (1830-1978)
2 - Wilford Woodruff Journal
3 - Anderson, Lavina Fielding, Editor, Lucy's Book: A Critical Edition of Lucy Mack Smith's Family Memoir, 2001, Signature Books

Today in Mormon History - Oct 13

Today in Mormon History ...

Apostle Orson Hyde intervenes to spare William A. Hickman from excommunication and tells bishopric: "a man may steal and be influenced by the spirit of the Lord to do it, that Hickman had done it in years past." The bishop reluctantly acquits him. (1)
-- 150 years ago - Oct 13, 1860

[Apostle Marriner W. Merrill] Weather fine today. I went down town and paid Temple coal bill of $160.90, also bought a cook stove from Z. C. M. I. for our boarding house which cost $35.00. I received check from Alma today on First National Bank, Butte City, Montana, No. 30237, for $1,000.00 in payment for Merrill Bros. note of 1889. (2)
-- 120 years ago - Oct 13, 1890

[William Clayton] Having finished loading our luggage those of the company who were present went on board a steamer (the Congress) and sailed to the Albany basin. We bid adieu to the North America at 12 o'clock. The Captain seemed very friendly and said he should wish to bring another company of us over. He enquired if we had a church in New York and where they meet. Elder Turley introduced him to Elder Foster. I gave Elder Adams 25 letters for England for which I paid 25 cent. The agreement which Elder Turley made with the proprietors of the Congress was that we should sail this day but they have broke their [bargain] and Elder Turley is much troubled. We slept on board the Congress. I feel struck to see the horses and carts even to see the light harness and small carts and light loads drawn by them. The drivers all ride. The fruit is quite delicious to English people. I slept in best cabin. (3)
-- 170 years ago - Oct 13, 1840. Tuesday.


1 - On This Day in Mormon History, http://onthisdayinmormonhistory.blogspot.com
2 - Notes from the Miscellaneous Record Book, 1886-1906: Selected diary notes from the journal books of Marriner Wood Merrill
3 - George D. Smith, An Intimate Chronicle; The Journals of William Clayton, Signature Books in association with Smith Research Associates, Salt Lake City, 1995

Today in Mormon History - Oct 12

Today in Mormon History ...

[U.S. Religious History] Decided: Williams v. Pryor
The 11th Circuit Court ruled that the Alabama legislature was within its rights to ban the sale of "sex toys," and that people do not necessarily have any right to buy them. (1)
-- 10 years ago - Oct 12, 2000

[Apostle Marriner W. Merrill] Sunday. I came to Logan with school boys. Willard could not come, is still in bed. I administered to him and came to Logan, arrived at 3 p. m. (2)
-- 120 years ago - Oct 12, 1890

[Council of Fifty Members] Farr, Lorin (1820-1909). Admitted 12 October 1880. (3)
-- 130 years ago - Oct 12, 1880


1 - Cline, Austin, History of American Religion: Timeline
2 - Notes from the Miscellaneous Record Book, 1886-1906: Selected diary notes from the journal books of Marriner Wood Merrill
3 - Quinn, D. Michael, Council of Fifty Members, 1844-1945, BYU Studies 20, #2 (1980)

Today in Mormon History - Oct 11

Today in Mormon History ...

[Apostle Marriner W. Merrill] At home. Boys got done digging potatoes today. Stormed hard in the afternoon. Willard, my son, was thrown from a horse and quite badly hurt so he has to keep his bed. I went to the mill and also to Lewiston. (1)
-- 120 years ago - Oct 11, 1890

[William Clayton] This morning early we cast anker and a little after 4 o'clock I went on deck and found that we were between two Islands. We had a pleasant view of the Sailors Hospital and a many beautiful white houses and fine trees. 'Twas indeed a pleasant sight. The Docter came on board about 8 o'clock and about the same time the child belonging to Brother Parry from Herefordshire died. All the rest passed the docter without difficulty. The docter ordered him to be sent on shore which was done in a small Boat. Here I may say that we struck a sand bar last night and had it not been calm we might have gone to pieces. This was off Sandy Hook. After the boat returned the ship was turned land. In a short time we was on our way for New York. Considering the wetness of the morning we had a very pleasant sight of the fowls and Island. After about an hours sail we arrived in New York exactly at a quarter before twelve. It was truly delightful to see the multitude of shipping in th
e Harbour. There is no docks here but a very good harbour. The buildings look elegant. When our vessel came to harbour she pressed against a small schooner and stove in her bulwarks and broke some rigging. After the ship was made fast Elder Turley and me and Joseph Jackson left the ship and set our feet on land exactly at 10 minutes past 12 o'clock. This was another treat to us to set our feet on terra firma although the streets was dirty in consequence of rain. In taking a slight glance I must confess I was delighted to see the superior neatness and tastly state of the buildings many painted white others brick and some have the door steps painted yellow. We bought some large red apples for a cent each which was truly delicious. The streets are wide but not so well flagged and paved as in England. The first house we entered was Brother Delongs where we took dinner. From here we went to meeting at the Military Hall in the Bowery. The first thing that struck my attention was a
ll the men and women I saw sitting cross legged and all the left leg over the right. Elder Adams preached on the principles of the gospel. After preaching we took bread and wine. We went to Elder Fosters and took tea with Brother Simmons. After tea Elder Turley went on business and I went to writing. We slept on board the ship. Many of the Saints went to meeting and was much pleased. We learn nothing of Brother Hardman nor the other two brethren who were turned back at Liverpool. (2)
-- 170 years ago - Oct 11, 1840. Sunday.

Joseph Smith Sr., who had been quite ill, begins to fail quickly. While praying for him, the Prophet Joseph Smith hears the Lord say that Joseph's father would recover. Following a blessing that evening, Joseph Sr. is healed. (3)
-- 175 years ago - Oct 11, 1835


1 - Notes from the Miscellaneous Record Book, 1886-1906: Selected diary notes from the journal books of Marriner Wood Merrill
2 - George D. Smith, An Intimate Chronicle; The Journals of William Clayton, Signature Books in association with Smith Research Associates, Salt Lake City, 1995
3 - The Woodland Institute 'On This Day Historical Database,' http://www.woodlandinstitute.com

Today in Mormon History - Oct 10

Today in Mormon History ...

Unitus, an Orem-based foundation dedicated to stamping out poverty, names LDS president Gordon B. Hinckley "Humanitarian of the Millenium." Unitas chairman presents the award to President Hinckley in the Joseph Smith Memorial Building in Salt Lake City. In winning this award President Hinckley beats out Albert Schweitzer, Ghandi, and Mother Theresa. (1)
-- 10 years ago - Oct 10, 2000

[Apostle Marriner W. Merrill] Friday. Cold and stormy yet. Only had 36 for endowments today. I received a letter from Libbie from Ann Arbor, Michigan dated October 5. I went home with my school boys this evening. Arrived at 7 p. m. (2)
-- 120 years ago - Oct 10, 1890

[1st Presidency Changes] John Taylor George Q. Cannon Joseph F. Smith First Presidency reorganized after death of Brigham Young (3)
-- 130 years ago - Oct 10, 1880 - 25 July 1887


1 - On This Day in Mormon History, http://onthisdayinmormonhistory.blogspot.com
2 - Notes from the Miscellaneous Record Book, 1886-1906: Selected diary notes from the journal books of Marriner Wood Merrill
3 - Wikipedia, First Presidency (LDS Church), http://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/First_Presidency_(LDS_Church)#Chronology_of_the_First_Presidency

Today in Mormon History - Oct 09

Today in Mormon History ...

[Apostle Marriner W. Merrill] We had 51 for endowments and baptized 12 today. Cold and stormy. I received check dividend from Bullion Beck and Champion Mining Company $368.10. Cost of Almira's wagon house on end of her barn, as per bills filed, $276.40. (1)
-- 120 years ago - Oct 9, 1890

[Wilford Woodruff] First Presidency reorganized with George Q. Cannon and Joseph F. Smith as counselors to John Taylor; Woodruff sustained as president of Twelve; John Henry Smith and Francis M. Lyman called to quorum (2)
-- 130 years ago - Oct 9, 1880

[William Clayton] Fair days sail. The crew are very busily engaged cleaning the ship and making preparations for landing. At night the anker chains was fastened to the anker. (3)
-- 170 years ago - Oct 9, 1840. Friday.


1 - Notes from the Miscellaneous Record Book, 1886-1906: Selected diary notes from the journal books of Marriner Wood Merrill
2 - Kenny, Scott (editor), Wilford Woodruff's Journals 1833-1898, Chronology Signature Books, Midvale, Utah
3 - George D. Smith, An Intimate Chronicle; The Journals of William Clayton, Signature Books in association with Smith Research Associates, Salt Lake City, 1995

Today in Mormon History - Oct 08

Today in Mormon History ...

Brigham Young preaches "he was contending against a principle in many of the Bishops to use up all the Tithing they could for their own families." (1)
-- 150 years ago - Oct 8, 1860

[David O. McKay] I missed President Clark today, especially at the morning session when he was not present to present the names of the General Authorities and general auxiliary officers of the Church for the sustaining vote of the people--a duty he has performed for many years! (2)
-- 50 years ago - Oct 8, 1960

[Hinckley] During Sunday morning session of general conference, dedicated 21,000-seat Conference Center as a gathering place for members (3)
-- 10 years ago - 2000 8-Oct


1 - On This Day in Mormon History, http://onthisdayinmormonhistory.blogspot.com
2 - McKay, David O., Office Journal
3 - LDS Newsroom, Time line of Significant Events as President, http://newsroom.lds.org/ldsnewsroom/eng/news-releases-stories/time-line-of-significant-events-as-president

Today in Mormon History - Oct 07

Today in Mormon History ...

[David O. McKay] 8:30 a.m. Held a meeting with President J. Reuben Clark, Jr., and President Henry D. Moyle. We three decided upon the calling of the following men to be Assistants to the Twelve: [Nathan Eldon Tanner, Franklin D. Richards, Theodore M. Burton]. After we had taken up the matters before us, President Clark broke down and said that he would not be able to attend Conference--said he is not well enough; that his legs are weak, and that he cannot get up the steps. I wept with him, and reluctantly said that he probably should not attempt to attend the meetings. (1)
-- 50 years ago - Oct 7, 1960

The new 21,000-seat Conference Center, across the street north of Temple Square, was dedicated during general conference by President Hinckley. (2)
-- 10 years ago - Oct 7, 2000-8

AT priesthood meeting in Salt Lake Tabernacle, Brigham Young announces revelation about Mormons investing in bonds of Utah Central Railroad Co. Text is available but never canonized or officially published. (3)
-- 140 years ago - Oct 7, 1870


1 - McKay, David O., Office Journal
2 - Church News: Historical Chronology of The Church of Jesus Christ of Latter-day Saints, http://www.ldschurchnews.com/articles/58765/Historical-chronology-of-The-Church-of-Jesus-Christ-of-Latter-day-Saints.html
3 - On This Day in Mormon History, http://onthisdayinmormonhistory.blogspot.com

Today in Mormon History - Oct 06

Today in Mormon History ...

The "Manifesto" was unanimously accepted by vote in general conference. This marked the beginning of reconciliation between the Church and the United States, which effectively paved the way to statehood for Utah a little more than five years later. (1)
-- 120 years ago - Oct 6, 1890

Brigham Young tells general conference that his published talks are scripture. (2)
-- 140 years ago - Oct 6, 1870

[Wilford Woodruff] British Mission conference; membership rose from 1,113 to 3,621 during preceding twelve months (3)
-- 170 years ago - Oct 6, 1840


1 - Church News: Historical Chronology of The Church of Jesus Christ of Latter-day Saints, http://www.ldschurchnews.com/articles/58765/Historical-chronology-of-The-Church-of-Jesus-Christ-of-Latter-day-Saints.html
2 - This Day in Mormon History, http://www.advent-adam.com/jakestand.html
3 - Kenny, Scott (editor), Wilford Woodruff's Journals 1833-1898, Chronology Signature Books, Midvale, Utah

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Today in Mormon History - Oct 05

Today in Mormon History ...

[Joseph Smith Sermon] Location: Nauvoo, Hancock County, Illionis, USA
Source: Original Manuscript, in hand of Robert B. Thompson (Words of Joseph Smith, 38-44)
In order to investigate the subject of the Priesthood so important to this as well as every succeeding generation, I shall proceed to trace the subject as far as I possibly can from the Old and new Testament.
There are two Priesthoods spoken of in the Scriptures, viz the Melchisadeck and the Aaronic or Levitical Altho there are two Priesthoods, yet the Melchisadeck Priesthood comprehends the Aaronic or Levitical Priesthood and is the Grand head, and holds the highest Authority which pertains to the Priesthood the keys of the Kingdom of God in all ages of the world to the latest posterity on the earth and is the channel through which all knowledge, doctrine, the plan of salvation and every important matter is revealed from heaven. Its institution was prior to "the foundation of this earth or the morning stars sang together or the Sons of God shouted for joy," and is the highest and holiest Priesthood and is after the order of the Son [of] God, and all other Priesthoods are only parts, ramifications, powers and blessings belonging to the same and are held controlled and directed by it. It is the channel through which the Almighty commenced revealing his glory at the beginning of th
e
creation of this earth and through which he has continued to reveal himself to the children of men to the present time and through which he will make known his purposes to the end of timeâ€"Commencing with Adam who was the first man who is spoken of in Daniel as being the "Ancient of days" or in other words the first and oldest of all, the great grand progenitor of whom it is said in another place he is Michael because he was the first and father of all, not only by progeny, but he was the first to hold the spiritual blessings, [DEL: the plan :DEL] to whom was made known the plan of ordinances for the Salvation of his posterity unto the end, and to whom Christ was first revealed, and through whom Christ has been revealed from heaven and will continue to be revealed from henceforth. Adam holds the Keys of the dispensation of the fullness of times, i.e. the dispensation of all the times have been and will be revealed through him from the beginning to Christ and from Christ to
the end
of all [DEL: world :DEL] the dispensations that have [been and] are to be revealed
Ephesians 1st Chap 9 & 10 verses. "Having made known unto us the mystery of his will, according to his good pleasure which he has purposed in himself that in the dispensation of the fullness of times he might gather together in one all things in Christ both which are in heaven and which are on earth in him" Now the purpose in himself in the winding up scene of the last dispensation is, that all things pertaining to that dispensation should be conducted precisely in accordance with the preceding dispensations. And again, God purposed in himself that there should not be an eternal fullness until every dispensation should be fulfilled and gathered together in one and that all things whatsoever that should be gathered together in one in those dispensations unto the same fulness and eternal glory should be in Christ Jesus, therefore he set the ordinances to be the same for Ever and ever and set Adam to watch over them to reveal them from heaven to man or to send Angels to reveal
them
Heb 1 Chap. 16 verse. Are they not all ministering spirits sent forth to minister to those who shall be heirs of Salvation. These angels are under the direction of Michael or Adam who acts under the direction of Christ.
From the above quotation we learn that Paul perfectly understood the purpose of God in relation to his connection with man, and that glorious and perfect order which he established in himself whereby he sent forth power revelations and glory. God will not acknowledge that which he has not called, ordained, and chosen. In the beginning God called Adam by his own voice See Genesis 3 Chap 9 & 10 verses. And the Lord called unto Adam and said unto him where art thou, and he said I heard thy voice in the garden and I was afraid because I was naked and hid myself. Adam received commandments and instruction from God. this was the order from the begining: that he received revelations, Commandments, and ordinances at the begining is beyond the power of controversy, else, how did they begin to offer Sacrifices to God in an acceptable manner? And if they offered sacrifices they must be authorized by ordination. We read in Gen 4th Chap. v. 4 That Abel brought of the firstlings of the fl
ock
and the fat thereof and the Lord had respect to Abel and to his offring. And again Heb 11 Chapter 4 verse. By faith Abel offered unto God a more excellent Sacrifice than Cain by which he obtained witness that he was righteous God testifying of his gifts and by it he being dead yet speaketh. how doth ye yet speak? Why he magnified the Priesthood which was confired upon him and died a righteous man, and therefore has become a [DEL: righteous man :DEL] an angel of God by receiving his body from the dead, therefore holding still the keys of his dispensation and was sent down from heaven unto Paul to minister consoling words & to commit unto him a knowledge of the mysteries of Godliness and if this was not the case I would ask how did Paul know so much about Abel and why should he talk about his speaking after he was dead. How that he spoke after he was dead must be, by being sent down out of heaven, to administer. This then is the nature of the priesthood, every man holding the
presidency of his dispensation and one man holding the presidency of them all even Adam, and Adam receiving his presidency and authority from Christ, but cannot receive a fulness, untill Christ shall present. the kingdom to the Father which shall be at the end of the last dispensation. The power, glory, and blessings of the priesthood could not continue with those who received ordination only as their righteousness continued, for Cain also being authorized to offer sacrifice but not offering it in righteousness, therefore he was cursed. It signifies then, that the ordinances must be kept in the very way God has appointed, otherwise their priesthood will prove a cursing instead of a blessing. If Cain had fulfilled the law of righteousness as did Enoch he could have walked with God all the days of his life and never failed of a blessing. Gen [5:22] And Enock walked with God after he begat Mathusalah 300 years and begat Sons and Daughters and all the days of Enoch were 365 year
s and
Enoch walked with God and he was not for God took him. Now this Enoch God reserved unto himself that he should not die at that time and appointed unto him a ministry unto terrestrial bodies of whom there has been but little revealed, He is reserved also unto the presidency of a dispensation. and more shall be said of him and terrestrial bodies in another treatise. He is a ministring Angel to minister to those who shall be heirs of Salvation and appeared unto Jude as Abel did unto Paul. therefore Jude spoke of him 14 & 15 verses in Jude. and Enoch the seventh revealed these sayings. Behold the Lord cometh with ten thousand of his saints Paul was also acquainted with this character and received instructions from him. Heb 11 Chap. 5 ver By Faith Enoch was translated that he should not see death, and was not found because God had translated him for before his translation he had this testimony that he pleased God. But without faith it is impossible to please God, for he that come
th to
God must believe that he is, and that he is a revealer to those who diligently seek him.
Now the doctrine of translation is a power which belongs to this priesthood, there are many things which belong to the powers of the priesthood and the keys thereof that have been kept hid from before the foundation of the world. they are hid from the wise and prudent to be revealed in the last times many may have supposed that the doctrine of translation was a doctrine whereby men were taken immediately into the presence of God and into an Eternal fulness but this is a mistaken idea. There place of habitation is that of the terrestrial order and a place prepared for such characters, [DEL: he had in :DEL] he held in reserve to be ministering angels unto many planets, and who as yet have not entered into so great a fulness as those who are resurrected from the dead. See Heb 11 Chap part of the 35 verse "others were tortured not accepting deliverance that they might obtain a better resurrection" Now it was evident, that there was a better resurrection or else God would not hav
e
revealed it unto Paul wherein then can it be said a better resurrection? This distinction is made between the doctrine of the actual resurrection and the doctrine of translation, the doctrine of translation obtains deliverance from the tortures and sufferings of the body but their existence will prolong as to their labors and toils of the ministry before they can enter into so great a rest and glory, but on the other hand those who were tortured not accepting deliverance received an immediate rest from their labors, See Rev [14:13] And I heard a voice from heaven saying blessed are the dead who die in the Lord for from henceforth they do rest from their labors and their works do follow themâ€"They rest from their labors for a long time and yet their work is held in reserve for them, that they are permitted to do the same works after they receive a resurrection for their bodies, but we shall leave this subject and the subject of the terrestrial bodies for another time in orde
r to
treat upon them more fully The next great grand patriarch who held the Keys of the priesthood was Lamech See Gen 5 Chap 28 & 29 versesâ€"And Lamech lived 182 years and begat a Son and he called his name Noah saying this same shall comfort us concerning our work and the toil of our hands because of the ground which the Lord has curst. "The priesthood continued from Lamech to Noah Gen 6 Chap 13 verse. And God said unto Noah the end of all flesh is before me, for the earth is filled with violence through them, and behold I will destroy them with the earth," thus we behold the Keys of this priesthood consisted in obtaining the voice of Jehovah that he talked with him in a familiar and friendly manner, that he continued to him the Keys, the Covenants, the power and the glory with which he blessed Adam at the beginning and the offring of Sacrifice which also shall be continued at the last time, for all the ordinances and duties that ever have been required by the priesthood under
the
direction and commandments of the Almighty [DEL: in the last dispensation at the end thereof :DEL] in any of the dispensations, shall all be had in the last dispensation. Therefore all things had under the Authority of the Priesthood at any former period shall be had againâ€"bringing to pass the restoration spoken of by the mouth of all the Holy Prophets. [DEL: Malachi 3 then shall the sons of Levi offer unto the Lord an acceptable offring" :DEL] then shall the sons of Levi offer an acceptable sacrifice to the Lord Se[e] Malachi 3 Chap. 3 & 4 And he shall sit as a refiner and purifier of Silver; and he shall purify the sons of Levi, and purge them as gold and silver, that they may offer unto the Lord
It will be necessary here to make a few observations on the doctrine, set forth in the above quotation, As it is generally supposed that Sacrifice was entirely done away when the great sacrife was offered upâ€"and that there will be no necessity for the ordinance of Sacrifice in future, but those who assert this, are certainly not acquainted with the duties, privileges and authority of the priesthood. or with the prophets The offering of Sacrifice has ever been connected and forms a part of the duties, privileges and authority of the priesthood. It began with the priesthood and will be continued untill after the coming of Christ from generation to generationâ€"We freequently have mention made of the offering of Sacrifice by the servants of the most high in ancient days prior to the law of moses, See which ordinances will be continued when the priesthood is restored with all its authority power and blessings. Elijah was the last prophet that held the keys of this priesthood,
and who
will, before the last dispensation, restore the authority and delive[r] the Keys of this priesthood in order that all the ordinances may be attended to in righteousness.
It is true that the Savior had authority and power to bestow this blessing but the Sons of Levi were too prejudi[ced]
And I will send Elijah the Prophet before the great and terrible day of the Lord &c &c.
Why send Elijah because he holds the Keys of the Authority to administer in all the ordinances of the priesthood and without the authority is given the ordinances could not be administered in righteousness.
It is a very prevalent opinion that [DEL: in :DEL] the [DEL: sacrifices of :DEL] â€"sacrifices which were offered were entirely consumed, this was not the case if you read Leviticus [2] Chap [2-3] verses you will observe that the priests took a part as a memorial and offered it up before the Lord, while the remainder was kept for the [DEL: benefit :DEL] maintenance of the priests. So that the offerings and sacrifices are not all consumed upon the Alter, but the blood is sprinkled and the fat and certain other portions are consumed These sacrifices as well as every ordinance belonging to the priesthood will when the temple of the Lord shall be built and the Sons Levi be purified be fully restored and attended to then all their powers ramifications ramifications and blessingsâ€"this [DEL: the Sons of Levi shall be purified. :DEL] ever was and will exist when the powers of the Melchisid Priesthood are sufficiently manifest. Else how can the restitution of all things spoken of b
y all the
Holy Prophets be brought to pass [DEL: be brought to pass :DEL] It is not to be understood that, the law of moses will be established again with all it rights and variety of [DEL: ceremonies, :DEL] ceremonies, this had never been spoken off by the prophets but those things which existed prior Moses's day viz [namely] Sacrifice will be continuedâ€"It may be asked by some what necessity for Sacrifice since the great Sacrifice was offered? In answer to which if Repentance Baptism and faith [DEL: were necessary to Salvation :DEL] existed prior to the days of Christ what necessity for them since that timeâ€"
The priesthood has descended in a regular line from Father to Son through their succeeding generations
See Book of Doctrine & Covenants [107:40-52]. (1)
-- 170 years ago - Oct 5, 1840 (Monday Morning)

Joseph: the Twelve are to take their families to Missouri next year, attend the organization of the School of the Prophets, and prepare for "an endowment with power from on high." (2)
-- 175 years ago - Oct 5, 1835

Delbert L. Stapley is ordained to the Quorum of the Twelve Apostles. (3)
-- 60 years ago - Oct 5, 1950


1 - The Woodland Institute, http://www.woodlandinstitute.com
2 - Kenny, Scott, Saints Without Halos, "Mormon History 1830-1844," http://saintswithouthalos.com/dirs/d_c.phtml
3 - Wikipedia, 20th Century (Mormonism), http://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/20th_century_(Mormonism)

Today in Mormon History - Oct 04

Today in Mormon History ...

Brigham Young's financial report informs general conference that from 1857 to this date, church spent total of $70,204 in excess of what has been received in money and Tithing." This is first financial report to acknowledge church's deficit spending. (1)
-- 150 years ago - Oct 4, 1860

[Joseph Smith Sermon] Baptism for the Dead (2)
-- 170 years ago - 4Oct40

Perry, Ohio. Joseph Smith saw two deer in the forest on the way to a meeting with John Corrill and rejoiced in God's creations. (3)
-- 175 years ago - Oct 4, 1835


1 - On This Day in Mormon History, http://onthisdayinmormonhistory.blogspot.com
2 - The Parallel Joseph, http://www.boap.org/LDS/Parallel/
3 - BYU Studies Journal, volume 46, no. 4: A Chronology of the Life of Joseph Smith

Today in Mormon History - Oct 03

Today in Mormon History ...

Emmeline B. Wells is called as the fifth general president of the Relief Society, with Clarissa Smith Williams and Julina Lambson Smith as counselors. (1)
-- 100 years ago - Oct 03, 1910

Elias Higbee: On 3 October 1840 appointed one of committee to build Nauvoo Temple and appointed to continue seeking redress for Missouri injustices. (2)
-- 170 years ago - Oct 3, 1840

[Book of Abraham] "In the afternoon I waited on most of the Twelve [apostles], at my house, and exhibited to them the ancient records, and gave explanations. This day passed off with the blessing of the Lord." (History of the Church, 2:87) (3)
-- 175 years ago - Saturday, Oct 3, 1835


1 - The Woodland Institute 'On This Day Historical Database,' http://www.woodlandinstitute.com
2 - Cook, Lyndon W., The Revelations of the Prophet Joseph Smith: A Historical and Biographical Commentary of the Doctrine and Covenants, Seventy's Mission Bookstore, Provo UT, 1985
3 - Joseph Smith's Diary Statements Regarding Translation of His Egyptian Papyri and the Book of Abraham, Instutite for Religious Research

Today in Mormon History - Oct 02

Today in Mormon History ...

First anti-Mormon film, Victim of the Mormons ("Mormonens Offer"), opens in Copenhagen, Denmark. Film goes into international distribution, is publicly condemned by Apostle David O. McKay at next general conference. It is target of first censorship effort led by Utah governor (William Spry, LDS). (1)
-- 100 years ago - Oct 2,1910

President Gordon B. Hinckley dedicates the Brigham Young Historic Park, east of the Church Office Building block in Salt Lake City, Utah. (2)
-- 15 years ago - Oct 02, 1995

[Joseph Smith] Work on the Nauvoo Temple begins. (3)
-- 170 years ago - Autumn 1840


1 - Quinn, D. Michael, The Mormon Hierarchy: Extensions of Power, Appendix 5, Selected Chronology of the Church of Jesus Christ of Latter-day Saints, 1848-1996
2 - The Woodland Institute 'On This Day Historical Database,' http://www.woodlandinstitute.com
3 - Wikipedia, Joseph Smith Chronology, http://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Chronology_of_Joseph_Smith,_Jr.

Today in Mormon History - Oct 01

Today in Mormon History ...

[Kenny, Scott, Saints Without Halos, "Mormon History 1830-1844," http:
saintswithouthalos.com/dirs/d_c.phtml] General 172 years ago - 1838 October [1-7] John E. Page and his company of Canadian converts arrive in DeWitt.
-- 36

President C. Laird Snelgrove is called to preside over the Argentina Mission. (2)
-- 50 years ago - Oct 01, 1960

The 100th operating temple in the Church, the Boston Massachusetts Temple, was dedicated by President Hinckley. (3)
-- 10 years ago - Oct 1, 2000


1 - years ago - 1838 October [1-7] John E. Page and his company of Canadian converts arrive in DeWitt. 18381001
2 - The Woodland Institute 'On This Day Historical Database,' http://www.woodlandinstitute.com
3 - Church News: Historical Chronology of The Church of Jesus Christ of Latter-day Saints, http://www.ldschurchnews.com/articles/58765/Historical-chronology-of-The-Church-of-Jesus-Christ-of-Latter-day-Saints.html