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John K. Kane letter

 Item — Folder 1: [Barcode: 31197230324045]
Identifier: MSS SC 2474
Scope and Contents

Handwritten and signed letter dated February 1, 1846 and addressed to "dear Sir." Kane writes that he has recently been visited by a "Mr. Benson and Mr. Little" of the Mormon Church. They asked Kane's opinion of a case relating to a Joseph Sidwell. Kane comments on the Mormon plans to emigrate to the West U.S. "I am thoroughly convinced of the general integrity and right mindedness of this persecuted sect."

Dates: 1846 February 1
Found in: L. Tom Perry Special Collections / John K. Kane letter

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