After describing unusual atmospheric phenomena Wilford Woodruff writes, "Thus it appears that the signs that Joel and Jesus spoke of are making their appearance." After denouncing the state law of Illinois making property a legal tender for the payment of debts; Joseph Smith states to the Nauvoo City Council: "Shall we be such fools as to be governed by their [Illinois] laws which are unconstitutional? No. We will make a law for gold and silver; then their law ceases, and we can collect our debts. Powers not delegated to the states, or reserved from the states, are constitutional. The constitution acknowledges that the people have all power not reserved to itself. I am a lawyer. I am a big lawyer, and comprehend heaven, earth and hell, to bring forth knowledge that shall cover up all lawyers, doctors and other big bodies."
[Source: Advent Adam website (defunct) - based on http://amzn.to/originsofpower]
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