Alphonso Young letter to Joseph Smith, Jr., 1842 May 6

Item — Box: 1, Folder: 34

Identifier: Vault MSS 76 Series 1 Sub-Series 2 Item 2

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Scope and Contents note

Letter written by Young in Witchers, Tennessee to Smith expressing esteem for the Prophet and a desire to move to Nauvoo, requesting a recommend enabling Young to preach the gospel, and mention of opposition to the restored gospel by other sects. Also includes information regarding donations to the Nauvoo Temple and Young's spiritual desires. The first two pages are photocopies, and the last two pages are originals.

Dates

Other: 1842 May 6

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