-- Friday, Apr 12, 1901
[Apostle John Henry Smith Diary] Salt Lake City
Anthon H. Lund and I in company with Thos. G. Webber visited several of the departments of Z.C.M.I.A.W. Ivins and I had a talk with Presidents Lorenzo Snow and Jos. F. Smith on Mexican affairs. Bro. Snow was quite critical but agreed to aid us in getting our interest on Nine thousand dollars lowered at the Bank. (1)
-- Wednesday, Apr 17, 1901
[Apostle John Henry Smith Diary] Salt Lake City
President Lorenzo Snow is quite poorly. President Joseph F. Smith and all of the Apostles but John W. Taylor went in a body to the residence of George Q. Cannon. His remains were escorted to the Tabernacle, the Apostles acting as pall bearers.
At 19 noon the funeral services commenced. Prest. Lorenzo Snow presiding. The Choir and Congregation Sang God Moves in a Mysterious Way. Prayer by Francis M. Lyman.
Quartet sang Not Dead but Sleepeth. George Teasdale spoke for the Sunday School Union. Heber J. Grant for the young peoples organizations.
Robert C. Easton sang Oh my Father. George H. Brimhall represented the Church Schools. Brigham Young said his friendship has been lifelong for Bro. G. Q. Cannon. Singing by Geo. D. Pyper, H. S. Ensign, J. D. Spencer and H. G. Whitney.
President Joseph F. Smith spoke of his long experience with Bro. G. Q. Cannon. I spoke for ten minutes. John W. Taylor spoke for five minutes. LeRoy C. Snow read his father's good words.
We went direct to the cemetery. There was singing and Prayer at the Grave, A. H. Lund being Mouth in Prayer. (1)
[Apostle Rudger Clawson Diary] Salt Lake City. Clear and cool; beautiful day.
Funeral service of President Geo. Q. Cannon
The Twelve Apostles acted as pallbearers. The corpse was enclosed in a very handsome white plush casket and left the Cannon home in the southwestern part of the city at 11 a.m., reaching the tabernacle at 12 noon. The building was appropriately draped in white, the floral display being most chaste and beautiful. Attendance was crowded, Pres. L. Snow presiding.
The speakers were Apostle Geo. Teasdale in behalf of Deseret Sunday School Board and the Sunday Schools, Apostle H. J. Grant in behalf of the general Y.M.M.I.A. board, Geo. H. Brimhall in behalf of the B. Y. Academy and church schools, Apostles B. Young, J. H. Smith, and J. W. Taylor.
Pres. Jos. F. Smith testified that he had always known Pres. Cannon as a man of sterling integrity. He had been faithful to his brethren, faithful and true to the interests of Zion and in every way a mighty man. Dwelt upon the subject of the resurrection. Admonished the wives and children of Pres. Cannon to follow in the footsteps of their illustrious husband and father.
Being in feeble health Pres. Lorenzo Snow did not speak, but had prepared some remarks which were read by his son, LeRoi. Testified to the faithfulness, integrity, and humility of Pres. Cannon as his first counselor and as a Latter-day Saint.
A very long line of carriages followed to the cemetery, and the grave was dedicated by Apostle A. H. Lund. The following order was observed in the cortege: the First Presidency, the Twelve Apostles, the hearse, family, various orders of the priesthood, various organizations, friends. (2)
Endnotes:
1 - Jean Bickmore White (editor), Church, State, and Politics: The Diaries of John Henry Smith, Signature Books in association with Smith Research Associates, Salt Lake City, 1990, http://bit.ly/johnhenrysmith
2 - Stan Larson (editor), A Ministry of Meetings: The Apostolic diaries of Rudger Clawson, Signature Books in association with Smith Research Associates, Salt Lake City, 1993, http://bit.ly/rudgerclawson
LDS History Chronology: Lorenzo Snow
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Lorenzo Snow, Apr 8, 1901
-- Apr 8, 1901
[Thomas A. Clawson Diary] At Conference Priesthood meeting for leadership, "After the opening exercises Prest Lorenzo Snow spoke upon the Subject of the giving of Second Anointings. He Said that this blessing brought a person to a greater knowledge of the things pertaining to God and his purposes in the earth, that the glorious things of the Kingdom were made clear to the understanding of man. Therefore it would be a very serious thing for a man to apostatize after he had received this great blessing. He warned the Presidents of Stakes that they should exercise great care when giving recomends to those of his stake to receive these great blessings and should know by their work their integrity and devotion to the cause of the Gospel, for the responsibility would rest upon them if any were recomended unworthily or that apostatized." (1)
-- Apr 9, 1901
Louisa Richards writes to President Lorenzo Snow, "Sister Eliza R. Snow [sister of President Snow] Smith, who received the instructions from the Prophet Joseph Smith, her husband, taught the sisters in her day, that a very important part of the sacred ordinance of administration to the sick was the sealing of the anointing and blessings, and should never be omitted. And we follow the pattern she gave us continually. We do not seal in the authority of the Priesthood, but in the name of our Lord and Saviour, Jesus Christ." (2)
Louisa Richards writes to President Lorenzo Snow, "Sister Eliza R. Snow [sister of President Snow] Smith, who received the instructions from the Prophet Joseph Smith, her husband, taught the sisters in her day, that a very important part of the sacred ordinance of administration to the sick was the sealing of the anointing and blessings, and should never be omitted. And we follow the pattern she gave us continually. We do not seal in the authority of the Priesthood, but in the name of our Lord and Saviour, Jesus Christ." (3)
-- Thursday, Apr 11, 1901
[Apostle John Henry Smith Diary] Salt Lake City
All of the Apostles but M. W. Merrill met in their room in the Temple. At Eleven a.m. Presidents Lorenzo Snow and Joseph F. Smith joined us. We agreed to a Rule that we would rise and address the Presiding officer. Some talk was had about a change in the Salt Lake Stake Presidency. (4)
Endnotes:
1 - Diary Excerpts of Thomas A. Clawson, Signature Books Library, http://amzn.to/newmormonstudies
2 - Advent Adam website (defunct) - based on http://amzn.to/originsofpower
3 - On This Day in Mormon History, http://onthisdayinmormonhistory.blogspot.com
4 - Jean Bickmore White (editor), Church, State, and Politics: The Diaries of John Henry Smith, Signature Books in association with Smith Research Associates, Salt Lake City, 1990, http://bit.ly/johnhenrysmith
LDS History Chronology: Lorenzo Snow
Mormon History Timeline: the life of Lorenzo Snow
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[Thomas A. Clawson Diary] At Conference Priesthood meeting for leadership, "After the opening exercises Prest Lorenzo Snow spoke upon the Subject of the giving of Second Anointings. He Said that this blessing brought a person to a greater knowledge of the things pertaining to God and his purposes in the earth, that the glorious things of the Kingdom were made clear to the understanding of man. Therefore it would be a very serious thing for a man to apostatize after he had received this great blessing. He warned the Presidents of Stakes that they should exercise great care when giving recomends to those of his stake to receive these great blessings and should know by their work their integrity and devotion to the cause of the Gospel, for the responsibility would rest upon them if any were recomended unworthily or that apostatized." (1)
-- Apr 9, 1901
Louisa Richards writes to President Lorenzo Snow, "Sister Eliza R. Snow [sister of President Snow] Smith, who received the instructions from the Prophet Joseph Smith, her husband, taught the sisters in her day, that a very important part of the sacred ordinance of administration to the sick was the sealing of the anointing and blessings, and should never be omitted. And we follow the pattern she gave us continually. We do not seal in the authority of the Priesthood, but in the name of our Lord and Saviour, Jesus Christ." (2)
Louisa Richards writes to President Lorenzo Snow, "Sister Eliza R. Snow [sister of President Snow] Smith, who received the instructions from the Prophet Joseph Smith, her husband, taught the sisters in her day, that a very important part of the sacred ordinance of administration to the sick was the sealing of the anointing and blessings, and should never be omitted. And we follow the pattern she gave us continually. We do not seal in the authority of the Priesthood, but in the name of our Lord and Saviour, Jesus Christ." (3)
-- Thursday, Apr 11, 1901
[Apostle John Henry Smith Diary] Salt Lake City
All of the Apostles but M. W. Merrill met in their room in the Temple. At Eleven a.m. Presidents Lorenzo Snow and Joseph F. Smith joined us. We agreed to a Rule that we would rise and address the Presiding officer. Some talk was had about a change in the Salt Lake Stake Presidency. (4)
Endnotes:
1 - Diary Excerpts of Thomas A. Clawson, Signature Books Library, http://amzn.to/newmormonstudies
2 - Advent Adam website (defunct) - based on http://amzn.to/originsofpower
3 - On This Day in Mormon History, http://onthisdayinmormonhistory.blogspot.com
4 - Jean Bickmore White (editor), Church, State, and Politics: The Diaries of John Henry Smith, Signature Books in association with Smith Research Associates, Salt Lake City, 1990, http://bit.ly/johnhenrysmith
LDS History Chronology: Lorenzo Snow
Mormon History Timeline: the life of Lorenzo Snow
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Lorenzo Snow, Apr 8, 1901
-- Apr 8, 1901
Apostle John Henry Smith reports on general Priesthood Meeting: "President Lorenzo Snow spoke on the character of the people who should receive their Second Endowments ['Only those who are fully entitled to their second anointings should receive this blessing'] and on Tithing ['This church will never go back to Jackson County to build up the temple, until the church as a church learns to observe the law of tithing']. Heber J. Grant sang Jerusalem. Joseph F. Smith on the Holy anointing ['No man receives a fullness of the Melchisedek Priesthood till he has received his second anointing.']. Heber J. Grant on singing. Abraham O. Woodruff said don't betray your brethren. Reed Smoot on tithing. Rudger Clawson on Record Keeping. John W. Taylor on putting the brethren who visited them in clean beds free from bed bugs." (1)
-- Apr 8, 1901; Monday
After the opening exercises Pres[iden]t Lorenzo Snow spoke upon the Subject of the giving of Second Anointings. He Said that this blessing brought a person to a greater knowledge of the things pertaining to God and his purposes in the earth, that the glorious things of the Kingdom were made clear to the
understanding of man. Therefore it would be a very serious thing for a man to apostatize after he had received this great blessing. He warned the Presidents of Stakes that they should exercise great care when giving recomends to those of his stake to receive these great blessings and should know by their work their integrity and devotion to the cause of the Gospel, for the responsibility would rest upon them if any were recomended unworthily or that apostatized. ...
Pres[iden]t Jos[eph]. F. Smith then made a few remarks on the Subject of the Second Anointing. He said that it was the crowning blessing of and the highest gift to be conferred by the Melchesidek Priesthood. Elders should do something to be worthy to receive this great blessing and the[re] are many ways out of the ordinary r[o]utine duties by which a man could earn the good will of God to the obtaining of this blessing. Every man should be determined to place every thing on the altar even to the laying down of life itself for the gospel sake in order to be truly worthy of this blessing. (2)
-- Apr 8, 1901
[Temple] [Thomas A. Clawson journal, Apr. 8, 1901, Utah State Historical Society] After the opening exercises Pres[iden]t Lorenzo Snow spoke upon the Subject of the giving of Second Anointings. He said that this blessing brought a person to a greater knowledge of the things pertaining to God and his purposes in the earth, that the glorious things of the kingdom were made clear to the understanding of man. Therefore it would be a very serious thing for a man to apostatize after he had received this great blessing. He warned the Presidents of Stakes that they should exercise great care when giving recommends to those of his stake to receive these great blessings and should know by their work their integrity and devotion to the cause of the Gospel, for the responsibility would rest upon them if any were recommended unworthily or that apostatized. * Pres[iden]t Jos[eph] F. Smith then made a few remarks on the Subject of the Second Anointing. He said that it was the crowning blessing of and the highest gift to be conferred by the Melchizedek Priesthood. Elders should do something to be worthy to receive this great blessing and there are many ways out of the ordinary routine duties by which a man could earn the good will of God to the obtaining of this blessing. Every man should be determined to place everything on the altar even to the laying down of life itself for the gospel sake in order to be truly worthy of this blessing. (3)
Endnotes:
1 - On This Day in Mormon History, http://onthisdayinmormonhistory.blogspot.com
2 - Thomas A. Clawson, Diary
3 - Anderson, Devery; The Development of LDS Temple Worship, 1846-2000: A Documentary History, http://amzn.to/TempleWorship
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Mormon History Timeline: the life of Lorenzo Snow
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Apostle John Henry Smith reports on general Priesthood Meeting: "President Lorenzo Snow spoke on the character of the people who should receive their Second Endowments ['Only those who are fully entitled to their second anointings should receive this blessing'] and on Tithing ['This church will never go back to Jackson County to build up the temple, until the church as a church learns to observe the law of tithing']. Heber J. Grant sang Jerusalem. Joseph F. Smith on the Holy anointing ['No man receives a fullness of the Melchisedek Priesthood till he has received his second anointing.']. Heber J. Grant on singing. Abraham O. Woodruff said don't betray your brethren. Reed Smoot on tithing. Rudger Clawson on Record Keeping. John W. Taylor on putting the brethren who visited them in clean beds free from bed bugs." (1)
-- Apr 8, 1901; Monday
After the opening exercises Pres[iden]t Lorenzo Snow spoke upon the Subject of the giving of Second Anointings. He Said that this blessing brought a person to a greater knowledge of the things pertaining to God and his purposes in the earth, that the glorious things of the Kingdom were made clear to the
understanding of man. Therefore it would be a very serious thing for a man to apostatize after he had received this great blessing. He warned the Presidents of Stakes that they should exercise great care when giving recomends to those of his stake to receive these great blessings and should know by their work their integrity and devotion to the cause of the Gospel, for the responsibility would rest upon them if any were recomended unworthily or that apostatized. ...
Pres[iden]t Jos[eph]. F. Smith then made a few remarks on the Subject of the Second Anointing. He said that it was the crowning blessing of and the highest gift to be conferred by the Melchesidek Priesthood. Elders should do something to be worthy to receive this great blessing and the[re] are many ways out of the ordinary r[o]utine duties by which a man could earn the good will of God to the obtaining of this blessing. Every man should be determined to place every thing on the altar even to the laying down of life itself for the gospel sake in order to be truly worthy of this blessing. (2)
-- Apr 8, 1901
[Temple] [Thomas A. Clawson journal, Apr. 8, 1901, Utah State Historical Society] After the opening exercises Pres[iden]t Lorenzo Snow spoke upon the Subject of the giving of Second Anointings. He said that this blessing brought a person to a greater knowledge of the things pertaining to God and his purposes in the earth, that the glorious things of the kingdom were made clear to the understanding of man. Therefore it would be a very serious thing for a man to apostatize after he had received this great blessing. He warned the Presidents of Stakes that they should exercise great care when giving recommends to those of his stake to receive these great blessings and should know by their work their integrity and devotion to the cause of the Gospel, for the responsibility would rest upon them if any were recommended unworthily or that apostatized. * Pres[iden]t Jos[eph] F. Smith then made a few remarks on the Subject of the Second Anointing. He said that it was the crowning blessing of and the highest gift to be conferred by the Melchizedek Priesthood. Elders should do something to be worthy to receive this great blessing and there are many ways out of the ordinary routine duties by which a man could earn the good will of God to the obtaining of this blessing. Every man should be determined to place everything on the altar even to the laying down of life itself for the gospel sake in order to be truly worthy of this blessing. (3)
Endnotes:
1 - On This Day in Mormon History, http://onthisdayinmormonhistory.blogspot.com
2 - Thomas A. Clawson, Diary
3 - Anderson, Devery; The Development of LDS Temple Worship, 1846-2000: A Documentary History, http://amzn.to/TempleWorship
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Mormon History Timeline: the life of Lorenzo Snow
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Lorenzo Snow, Monday, Apr 8, 1901
-- Monday, Apr 8, 1901
[Apostle Rudger Clawson Diary] Salt Lake City. Cloudy and cool. 10 a.m. Meeting of the First Presidency, the Twelve, the presidencies of stakes, bishops of wards, and other authorities at the assembly hall, President Snow presiding. A telegram from Pres. Cannon stated that he was somewhat better.
President Snow. Topics treated. Only those who are fully entitled to their second anointings should receive this blessing. Presidents of stakes are under a high responsibility in this matter. The elders of Israel will never be called to go back to Jackson County, unless they conform in perfect obedience to the law of tithing. Some bishops were derelict last year in teaching the people of their wards the law of tithing. The proper name of the tithing record is the "Book of the Law of the Lord." "This church will never go back to Jackson County to build up the temple, until the church as a church learns to observe the law of tithing. No one can get a remission of his sins except by baptism, and so no one can secure the blessings of the land he occupies except by observance of the law of tithing."
[President Snow] Blessed the brethren and authorities present. Said that it was a wonderful blessing to receive and hold a portion of this sacred and all-powerful priesthood. You can afford to make any sacrifice that may be required. Abraham never would have been able to offer his son Isaac, as a sacrifice, had he not known the blessings connected with the priesthood. The church can pay all of its obligations as they fall due, or may arise, and we do not have to borrow money for that purpose. Admonished the brethren not to enter into obligations they cannot meet when due.
Pres. J. F. Smith. Topics treated. Mask balls among the saints not approved by the First Presidency. 2[nd] anointings. Binding and sealing power of the high priesthood of the church. Importance of union.
Apostle H. J. Grant. Topics treated. Perseverance. The nobility of labor. Learning to sing. Redemption of Zion. Tithing. A. O. Woodruff. Topics. Importance of sustaining and carrying out counsel.
Elder S. B. Young. Topics. The organizing of the seventies quorums. Desired the local authorities not to take presidents of seventies for local positions, only in cases where it is imperative.
Reed Smoot. Topics. Read a letter in regard to proper manner of administering to the sick. Tithing.
R. Clawson. Topics. The establishment of a Record Day in the church. The importance of conforming to the counsel given in this matter. Tithing. J. W. Taylor. Topics. Proper entertainment of the Presidency, the Twelve, and the Seven Presidents in the stakes of Zion. (1)
-- Apr 8, 1901
The following telegram was received from John Q. Cannon in relation to his father's condition: "Very distressing night, just now rallying from a severe sinking spell. His condition very critical." Meeting of Presidency, Apostles & Church Officers--Monday 8 Apr[il]. 1901. Pres[ident]. [Lorenzo] Snow said that persons who are recommended for second annointings should be those who have made an exceptional record, that they are persons who would never apostatize. Pres[idents]. of Stakes assume a great responsibility when they recommend persons for second annointings. Now I wish to say a word in regard to going back to Jackson County [Missouri]. The time is nearer than many of us suppose. I want to impress upon the minds of all that they cannot go back to Jackson Co[unty]. unless they obey the law of tithing. Jos[eph]. Smith had a book in which all of the names of tithe payers was recorded which was called The Book of the Law of the Lord. This Church as a church will never go back to Jackson Co[unty]. till the people learn to observe the law of the Lord. I fear that some of the bishops do not fully believe inthe law of tithing. Excellent remarks. ... Bro[ther]. Jos[eph]. F. Smith said--No man receives a fullness of the Melchisedic Priesthood till he has rec[eive]d. his second annointings. Men recommended for this sacred ordinance should be men of God whose faith & integrity are unquestioned. After the opening exercises Pres[iden]t Lorenzo Snow spoke upon the Subject of the giving of Second Anointings. He Said that this blessing brought a person to a greater knowledge of the things pertaining to God and his purposes in the earth, that the glorious things of the Kingdom were made clear to the understanding of man. Therefore it would be a very serious thing for a man to apostatize after he had received this great blessing. He warned the Presidents of Stakes that they should exercise great care when giving recomends to those of his stake to receive these great blessings and should know by their work their integrity and devotion to the cause of the Gospel, for the responsibility would rest upon them if any were recomended unworthily or that apostatized. ... Pres[iden]t Jos[eph]. F. Smith then made a few remarks on the Subject of the Second Anointing. He said that it was the crowning blessing of and the highest gift to be conferred by the Melchesidek Priesthood. Elders should do something to be worthy to receive this great blessing and the[re] are many ways out of the ordinary r[o]utine duties by which a man could earn the good will of God to the obtaining of this blessing. Every man should be determined to place every thing on the altar even to the laying down of life itself for the gospel sake in order to be truly worthy of this blessing. Apostle A[braham]. O[wen]. Woodruff said that officers who go contrary to wish of Pres]ident]. [Lorenzo] Snow, unless they repent, finally apostatize. Many personal weakensses will be forgiven upon repentance but betrayal of brethren is difficult to obtain forgiveness for. Instead of seeking other brotherhoods as secret societies, etc., make the priesthood our brotherhood. (2)
Endnotes:
1 - Stan Larson (editor), A Ministry of Meetings: The Apostolic diaries of Rudger Clawson, Signature Books in association with Smith Research Associates, Salt Lake City, 1993, http://bit.ly/rudgerclawson
2 - Journal History; Anthony W. Ivins, Diary; Thomas A. Clawson, Diary; William H. Smart, Diary
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[Apostle Rudger Clawson Diary] Salt Lake City. Cloudy and cool. 10 a.m. Meeting of the First Presidency, the Twelve, the presidencies of stakes, bishops of wards, and other authorities at the assembly hall, President Snow presiding. A telegram from Pres. Cannon stated that he was somewhat better.
President Snow. Topics treated. Only those who are fully entitled to their second anointings should receive this blessing. Presidents of stakes are under a high responsibility in this matter. The elders of Israel will never be called to go back to Jackson County, unless they conform in perfect obedience to the law of tithing. Some bishops were derelict last year in teaching the people of their wards the law of tithing. The proper name of the tithing record is the "Book of the Law of the Lord." "This church will never go back to Jackson County to build up the temple, until the church as a church learns to observe the law of tithing. No one can get a remission of his sins except by baptism, and so no one can secure the blessings of the land he occupies except by observance of the law of tithing."
[President Snow] Blessed the brethren and authorities present. Said that it was a wonderful blessing to receive and hold a portion of this sacred and all-powerful priesthood. You can afford to make any sacrifice that may be required. Abraham never would have been able to offer his son Isaac, as a sacrifice, had he not known the blessings connected with the priesthood. The church can pay all of its obligations as they fall due, or may arise, and we do not have to borrow money for that purpose. Admonished the brethren not to enter into obligations they cannot meet when due.
Pres. J. F. Smith. Topics treated. Mask balls among the saints not approved by the First Presidency. 2[nd] anointings. Binding and sealing power of the high priesthood of the church. Importance of union.
Apostle H. J. Grant. Topics treated. Perseverance. The nobility of labor. Learning to sing. Redemption of Zion. Tithing. A. O. Woodruff. Topics. Importance of sustaining and carrying out counsel.
Elder S. B. Young. Topics. The organizing of the seventies quorums. Desired the local authorities not to take presidents of seventies for local positions, only in cases where it is imperative.
Reed Smoot. Topics. Read a letter in regard to proper manner of administering to the sick. Tithing.
R. Clawson. Topics. The establishment of a Record Day in the church. The importance of conforming to the counsel given in this matter. Tithing. J. W. Taylor. Topics. Proper entertainment of the Presidency, the Twelve, and the Seven Presidents in the stakes of Zion. (1)
-- Apr 8, 1901
The following telegram was received from John Q. Cannon in relation to his father's condition: "Very distressing night, just now rallying from a severe sinking spell. His condition very critical." Meeting of Presidency, Apostles & Church Officers--Monday 8 Apr[il]. 1901. Pres[ident]. [Lorenzo] Snow said that persons who are recommended for second annointings should be those who have made an exceptional record, that they are persons who would never apostatize. Pres[idents]. of Stakes assume a great responsibility when they recommend persons for second annointings. Now I wish to say a word in regard to going back to Jackson County [Missouri]. The time is nearer than many of us suppose. I want to impress upon the minds of all that they cannot go back to Jackson Co[unty]. unless they obey the law of tithing. Jos[eph]. Smith had a book in which all of the names of tithe payers was recorded which was called The Book of the Law of the Lord. This Church as a church will never go back to Jackson Co[unty]. till the people learn to observe the law of the Lord. I fear that some of the bishops do not fully believe inthe law of tithing. Excellent remarks. ... Bro[ther]. Jos[eph]. F. Smith said--No man receives a fullness of the Melchisedic Priesthood till he has rec[eive]d. his second annointings. Men recommended for this sacred ordinance should be men of God whose faith & integrity are unquestioned. After the opening exercises Pres[iden]t Lorenzo Snow spoke upon the Subject of the giving of Second Anointings. He Said that this blessing brought a person to a greater knowledge of the things pertaining to God and his purposes in the earth, that the glorious things of the Kingdom were made clear to the understanding of man. Therefore it would be a very serious thing for a man to apostatize after he had received this great blessing. He warned the Presidents of Stakes that they should exercise great care when giving recomends to those of his stake to receive these great blessings and should know by their work their integrity and devotion to the cause of the Gospel, for the responsibility would rest upon them if any were recomended unworthily or that apostatized. ... Pres[iden]t Jos[eph]. F. Smith then made a few remarks on the Subject of the Second Anointing. He said that it was the crowning blessing of and the highest gift to be conferred by the Melchesidek Priesthood. Elders should do something to be worthy to receive this great blessing and the[re] are many ways out of the ordinary r[o]utine duties by which a man could earn the good will of God to the obtaining of this blessing. Every man should be determined to place every thing on the altar even to the laying down of life itself for the gospel sake in order to be truly worthy of this blessing. Apostle A[braham]. O[wen]. Woodruff said that officers who go contrary to wish of Pres]ident]. [Lorenzo] Snow, unless they repent, finally apostatize. Many personal weakensses will be forgiven upon repentance but betrayal of brethren is difficult to obtain forgiveness for. Instead of seeking other brotherhoods as secret societies, etc., make the priesthood our brotherhood. (2)
Endnotes:
1 - Stan Larson (editor), A Ministry of Meetings: The Apostolic diaries of Rudger Clawson, Signature Books in association with Smith Research Associates, Salt Lake City, 1993, http://bit.ly/rudgerclawson
2 - Journal History; Anthony W. Ivins, Diary; Thomas A. Clawson, Diary; William H. Smart, Diary
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Lorenzo Snow, Friday, Apr 5, 1901
-- Friday, Apr 5, 1901
[Apostle John Henry Smith Diary] Salt Lake City
The general conference convened at 10 a.m.
Present on the stand presidents Lorenzo Snow and Joseph F. Smith, all of the Apostles, six of the 7 Presidents of the Seventies, the Presiding Bishopric and the Patriarch over the Church.
President Lorenzo Snow [spoke] in a general way. Reed Smoot Spoke on church disaplin, Rudger Clawson On Tithes, Prayer, & Repentance.
2 p.m. in Conference.
Abraham O. Woodruff on Fasting and Tithes. Matthias F. Cowley on honesty and virtuousness. Anthon H. Lund on humility. (1)
-- Apr 5, 1901
Lorenzo Snow tells general conference that "we will continue on improving, advancing and increasing in wisdom, intelligence, power, and dominion, worlds without end." In 1908 John A. Widtsoe's JOSEPH SMITH AS A SCIENTIST affirms: "God in 'Mormon' Theology is the greatest intelligence; yet it must of necessity, under the inexorable law of the universe, grow." In his 1910 SEVENTIES' COURSE IN THEOLOGY, B. H. Roberts writes that "progress is eternal, even for the highest intelligences." In his 1911 SEVENTIES' COURSE IN THEOLOGY, Roberts writes: "And is it too bold a thought that with this progress, even for the Mightiest, new thoughts, and new vistas may appear, inviting to new adventures and enterprises that will yield new experiences, advancement, and enlargement even for the Most High?" (2)
-- Monday, Apr 8, 1901
[Apostle John Henry Smith Diary] Salt Lake City
Cold. I attended a Priesthood Meeting in the Assembly Hall at 10 a.m.
President Lorenzo Snow spoke on the character of the people who should receive their Second Endowments and on Tithing.
Heber J. Grant sang Jerusalem. Joseph F. Smith on the Holy annointing. Heber J. Grant on singing.
Abraham O. Woodruff said don't betray your brethren.
Reed Smoot on tithing. Rudger Clawson on Record Keeping.
John W. Taylor on putting the brethren who visited them in clean beds free from bed bugs.
A large party spent the evening At the Residence of Sister Cloe Eldredge as the guests of Reed Smoot. We had an elegant dinner. With singing and reciting and conversation the time was Well spent. (1)
Endnotes:
1 - Jean Bickmore White (editor), Church, State, and Politics: The Diaries of John Henry Smith, Signature Books in association with Smith Research Associates, Salt Lake City, 1990, http://bit.ly/johnhenrysmith
2 - On This Day in Mormon History, http://onthisdayinmormonhistory.blogspot.com
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Mormon History Timeline: the life of Lorenzo Snow
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[Apostle John Henry Smith Diary] Salt Lake City
The general conference convened at 10 a.m.
Present on the stand presidents Lorenzo Snow and Joseph F. Smith, all of the Apostles, six of the 7 Presidents of the Seventies, the Presiding Bishopric and the Patriarch over the Church.
President Lorenzo Snow [spoke] in a general way. Reed Smoot Spoke on church disaplin, Rudger Clawson On Tithes, Prayer, & Repentance.
2 p.m. in Conference.
Abraham O. Woodruff on Fasting and Tithes. Matthias F. Cowley on honesty and virtuousness. Anthon H. Lund on humility. (1)
-- Apr 5, 1901
Lorenzo Snow tells general conference that "we will continue on improving, advancing and increasing in wisdom, intelligence, power, and dominion, worlds without end." In 1908 John A. Widtsoe's JOSEPH SMITH AS A SCIENTIST affirms: "God in 'Mormon' Theology is the greatest intelligence; yet it must of necessity, under the inexorable law of the universe, grow." In his 1910 SEVENTIES' COURSE IN THEOLOGY, B. H. Roberts writes that "progress is eternal, even for the highest intelligences." In his 1911 SEVENTIES' COURSE IN THEOLOGY, Roberts writes: "And is it too bold a thought that with this progress, even for the Mightiest, new thoughts, and new vistas may appear, inviting to new adventures and enterprises that will yield new experiences, advancement, and enlargement even for the Most High?" (2)
-- Monday, Apr 8, 1901
[Apostle John Henry Smith Diary] Salt Lake City
Cold. I attended a Priesthood Meeting in the Assembly Hall at 10 a.m.
President Lorenzo Snow spoke on the character of the people who should receive their Second Endowments and on Tithing.
Heber J. Grant sang Jerusalem. Joseph F. Smith on the Holy annointing. Heber J. Grant on singing.
Abraham O. Woodruff said don't betray your brethren.
Reed Smoot on tithing. Rudger Clawson on Record Keeping.
John W. Taylor on putting the brethren who visited them in clean beds free from bed bugs.
A large party spent the evening At the Residence of Sister Cloe Eldredge as the guests of Reed Smoot. We had an elegant dinner. With singing and reciting and conversation the time was Well spent. (1)
Endnotes:
1 - Jean Bickmore White (editor), Church, State, and Politics: The Diaries of John Henry Smith, Signature Books in association with Smith Research Associates, Salt Lake City, 1990, http://bit.ly/johnhenrysmith
2 - On This Day in Mormon History, http://onthisdayinmormonhistory.blogspot.com
LDS History Chronology: Lorenzo Snow
Mormon History Timeline: the life of Lorenzo Snow
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Lorenzo Snow, Apr 3, 1901; Wednesday
-- Apr 3, 1901; Wednesday
To-day President Lorenzo Snow celebrated si eighty-seventh birthday anniversary at the Beehive House. The guests commenced to gather shortly after two o'clock p.m. ...
President George Q. Cannon, through his son, John Q., sent the following telegram: "Father sends congratulations on your anniversary, with warmest expressions of affection and esteem. His steady improvement since Sunday was somewhat disturbed by a restless night, leaving him weaker and fatigued this morning." (1)
-- Thursday, Apr 4, 1901
[Apostle John Henry Smith Diary] Salt Lake City
I had my wife Josephine sealed to me 24 years ago today. My son George A. was born 31 years ago today.
At 10:30 all of the Apostles met at their room in the Temple and at 11 a.m. Presidents Lorenzo Snow and Joseph F. Smith came in. It was agreed to Reorganize the Summit Stake of Zion with Moses W. Taylor as President. It was also decided to organize a stake of Zion in the Big Horn Country in Wyoming with Byron Sessions, Jesse W. Crosby and Chas. Welch as the presidency. Many other matters were talked over.
I went to the Theatre in the evening with my wife Josephine. (2)
[Apostle Rudger Clawson Diary] Salt Lake City. Clear and cold. 10 a.m. Continuation of conference of the Twelve, Pres. B. Young, Jr., presiding. Full quorum present. Song, "Once More My Soul the Rising Day." Prayer by Apostle A. O. Woodruff. [Song,] "Away with Our Fears."
There was some further discussion in regard to administering to the sick. It was clearly the mind of the brethren that it should be done in a simple manner, without display, according to the order of the church. A letter incorporating this view was addressed to Jas. Hall of Springville, who had been going about among the saints holding special fast meetings and administering to the sick; and although he may have been accomplishing good, his manner of doing was thought to be too much in the nature of display of the power of God. (The Presidency afterwards approved of said letter.)
It was moved that we recommend Jos. E. Robinson to succeed E. H. Nye as president of the California Mission. Carried. It was also moved that we recommend Walter C. Lyman to succeed Louis A. Kelsch, president of the Northern States Mission. Carried.
11:30 a.m. Presidents Snow and Smith came in. Elder Jos. E. Robinson was sustained as president of the California Mission, and Walter C. Lyman as president of the Northern States Mission. Upon motion Edward Pugmire of the Bear Lake Stake was called to take a mission to California.
Apostle M. F. Cowley called attention to the labors of the Seven Presidents of Seventies. Said they had been very faithful and through their labors he was satisfied that the tithing of the church had been greatly increased. Inasmuch as some of them were in straightened circumstances, notably Brother B. H. Roberts (the latter was now acting as a life insurance agent), he felt that the compensation of the Seven Presidents of Seventies should be increased.
President Snow said that nothing could be done in the matter at present. We have not arrived at a point where we can say to the general authorities of the church: "Give up all your financial affairs, devote your whole time to the work, and the church will provide fully for you; but that time is coming."
[President Snow:] Said that there are many bishops in the church, who are not capable and efficient in their official calling, many of them not being naturally endowed with the qualifications for the bishopric. In all such cases they should be released and others planted in their stead. The payment of tithes should be carefully looked after. There are 10,000 non-tithe-payers in the church. This should not be.
A motion prevailed to the effect that the Summit Stake be reorganized with Moses Taylor as president. Apostle H. J. Grant's suggestion that he leave his family and proceed to Japan with three of the brethren as assistants to open up the mission there and that, if advisable, he send for his family later, was approved by the Presidency and Apostles.
I then read a statement showing the financial condition of the church for the year 1900. About an hour was occupied in the reading. A very brief synopsis of the figures submitted is given below:
Statement of Receipts and Disbursements From all Sources of the Trustee-in-Trust
for the Church of Jesus Christ of Latter-Day Saints for the Year 1900
Balance on hand
586,451.66
Tithes recd. for the year 1900
1,183,007.01
Receipts from sundry sources (see detailed report)
386,683.97
Total receipts for year
1,569,690.98
Grant total
2,156,142.64
Total disbursements to sundry sources (see detailed report)
1,576,208.56
Balance on hand, Jan. 1st, 1901
579,934.08
Statement showing the revenues and expenses of the Church of Jesus Christ of Latter-day Saints for the year 1900 (taken from the receipts and disbursements)
Revenues
Tithes recd. for the year 1900
1,183,007.01
Salt Lake Temple free-will offerings
5,952.10
Dividends on capital stocks
22,399.20
Capital stocks sold
63,712.00
Dedicated stock sold
61,616.13
Recd. on donation for Jackson Co. Temple
1,250.00
Rents
2,556.75
Recd. from sale of Deseret Telegraph Line
10,117.24
Recd. from sale of real estate
41,700.00
Interest on various obligations
35,145.19
Rebate on missionary fares
6,143.32
Receipts from sundry sources (see detailed report)
15,241.87
Total revenues for year 1900
1,448,840.81
Expenses
Appropriations to church authorities
88,806.93
Salary acct. (clerks, janitors, night-watchmen &c.)
36,490.61
Appropriations to church educational institutions
61,774.27
Appropriations to temples
49,878.70
Stake and ward meeting houses
5,040.15
Incidental expense
12,312.98
Improvements and repairs on church property, Salt Lake City
22,023.60
Improvements and repairs on tithing premises in the stakes
22,812.38
Losses in handling tithes for 1900
68,311.49
Stake expenses in handling tithes
17,649.67
Bishop's percentage for handling tithes
104,839.10
Deseret News (new) building
91,460.59
Interest on sundry notes
99,115.71
Amount appropriated to sinking fund acct. church bonds
50,000.00
Amount appropriated for the poor
41,427.21
Amount paid acct. fares returning missionaries
18,283.94
Appropriation to wind up Utah Loan and Trust Co.'s business
39,000.00
Taxes on church property for 1900
11,499.26
Sundry other expenses (see detailed report)
49,641.31
Total expenses for year 1900
890,367.90
Total revenues brought down
1,448,840.81
Total expenses brought down
890,367.90
Total excess of revenues over expenses for the year 1900
558,472.91
A statement showing the Church indebtedness Oct. 1st, 1898, and the indebtedness April 1st, 1901.
Church indebtedness, Oct. 1st, 1898
2,168,012.20
Indebtedness incurred from Oct. 1st, 1898, to April 1st, 1901
374,194.90
2,542,207.10
Less amount paid by the trustee-in-trust on church indebtedness from Oct. 1st, 1898, to April 1st, 1901
1,257,950.35
Total church indebtedness, April 1, 1901
1,284,256.75
Total annual interest paid on church indebtedness, January 1st, 1899
138,180.89
Total annual interest paid on church indebtedness, April 1st, 1901
77,654.22
Total annual reduction of interest (or saving to the church)
60,526.67
Total monthly reduction of interest
5,043.89
Tithes
Total tithing paid in 1898
794,332.28
Total tithing paid in 1899
1,138,362.64
Total tithing paid in 1900
1,183,007.01
Total tithing for the three years
$3,115,701.93
Revenues
Total revenues for 1898
836,639.36
Total revenues for 1899
1,258,508.66
Total revenues for 1900
1,448,840.81
Total revenues for the three years
$3,543,988.83
Expenses
Total expenses for 1898
592,627.38
Total expenses for 1899
639,083.10
Total expenses for 1900
890,367.90
Total expenses for the three years
2,122,078.38
Total excess of revenues over expenses for the three years
1,421,920.45
Average revenue for three years
1,181,319.61
[1,181,329.61]
Average expense for three years
707,359.46
Average yearly excess of revenues over expenses for 3 years
473,960.15
[473,970.15]
Pres. Jos. F. Smith moved that the report be received with thanks, approved, and placed on file. Carried by unanimous vote.
The sacrament was then administered, Pres. J. F. Smith being month in pronouncing the blessing upon the bread and wine. While at the table I moved that the following brethren be sustained as the presidency of the Big Horn Stake (it having been previously moved and carried that the Big Horn colonies be organized into a stake of Zion): Byron Sessions, president; Jesse W. Crosby, 1st counselor; and [Charles A.] Welsch, 2nd counselor. Carried by unanimous vote.
Benediction by Apostle B. Young, Jr. After the reading of the minutes, the meeting adjourned for three months. (3)
Endnotes:
1 - First Presidency and Quorum of the Twelve minutes
2 - Jean Bickmore White (editor), Church, State, and Politics: The Diaries of John Henry Smith, Signature Books in association with Smith Research Associates, Salt Lake City, 1990, http://bit.ly/johnhenrysmith
3 - Stan Larson (editor), A Ministry of Meetings: The Apostolic diaries of Rudger Clawson, Signature Books in association with Smith Research Associates, Salt Lake City, 1993, http://bit.ly/rudgerclawson
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To-day President Lorenzo Snow celebrated si eighty-seventh birthday anniversary at the Beehive House. The guests commenced to gather shortly after two o'clock p.m. ...
President George Q. Cannon, through his son, John Q., sent the following telegram: "Father sends congratulations on your anniversary, with warmest expressions of affection and esteem. His steady improvement since Sunday was somewhat disturbed by a restless night, leaving him weaker and fatigued this morning." (1)
-- Thursday, Apr 4, 1901
[Apostle John Henry Smith Diary] Salt Lake City
I had my wife Josephine sealed to me 24 years ago today. My son George A. was born 31 years ago today.
At 10:30 all of the Apostles met at their room in the Temple and at 11 a.m. Presidents Lorenzo Snow and Joseph F. Smith came in. It was agreed to Reorganize the Summit Stake of Zion with Moses W. Taylor as President. It was also decided to organize a stake of Zion in the Big Horn Country in Wyoming with Byron Sessions, Jesse W. Crosby and Chas. Welch as the presidency. Many other matters were talked over.
I went to the Theatre in the evening with my wife Josephine. (2)
[Apostle Rudger Clawson Diary] Salt Lake City. Clear and cold. 10 a.m. Continuation of conference of the Twelve, Pres. B. Young, Jr., presiding. Full quorum present. Song, "Once More My Soul the Rising Day." Prayer by Apostle A. O. Woodruff. [Song,] "Away with Our Fears."
There was some further discussion in regard to administering to the sick. It was clearly the mind of the brethren that it should be done in a simple manner, without display, according to the order of the church. A letter incorporating this view was addressed to Jas. Hall of Springville, who had been going about among the saints holding special fast meetings and administering to the sick; and although he may have been accomplishing good, his manner of doing was thought to be too much in the nature of display of the power of God. (The Presidency afterwards approved of said letter.)
It was moved that we recommend Jos. E. Robinson to succeed E. H. Nye as president of the California Mission. Carried. It was also moved that we recommend Walter C. Lyman to succeed Louis A. Kelsch, president of the Northern States Mission. Carried.
11:30 a.m. Presidents Snow and Smith came in. Elder Jos. E. Robinson was sustained as president of the California Mission, and Walter C. Lyman as president of the Northern States Mission. Upon motion Edward Pugmire of the Bear Lake Stake was called to take a mission to California.
Apostle M. F. Cowley called attention to the labors of the Seven Presidents of Seventies. Said they had been very faithful and through their labors he was satisfied that the tithing of the church had been greatly increased. Inasmuch as some of them were in straightened circumstances, notably Brother B. H. Roberts (the latter was now acting as a life insurance agent), he felt that the compensation of the Seven Presidents of Seventies should be increased.
President Snow said that nothing could be done in the matter at present. We have not arrived at a point where we can say to the general authorities of the church: "Give up all your financial affairs, devote your whole time to the work, and the church will provide fully for you; but that time is coming."
[President Snow:] Said that there are many bishops in the church, who are not capable and efficient in their official calling, many of them not being naturally endowed with the qualifications for the bishopric. In all such cases they should be released and others planted in their stead. The payment of tithes should be carefully looked after. There are 10,000 non-tithe-payers in the church. This should not be.
A motion prevailed to the effect that the Summit Stake be reorganized with Moses Taylor as president. Apostle H. J. Grant's suggestion that he leave his family and proceed to Japan with three of the brethren as assistants to open up the mission there and that, if advisable, he send for his family later, was approved by the Presidency and Apostles.
I then read a statement showing the financial condition of the church for the year 1900. About an hour was occupied in the reading. A very brief synopsis of the figures submitted is given below:
Statement of Receipts and Disbursements From all Sources of the Trustee-in-Trust
for the Church of Jesus Christ of Latter-Day Saints for the Year 1900
Balance on hand
586,451.66
Tithes recd. for the year 1900
1,183,007.01
Receipts from sundry sources (see detailed report)
386,683.97
Total receipts for year
1,569,690.98
Grant total
2,156,142.64
Total disbursements to sundry sources (see detailed report)
1,576,208.56
Balance on hand, Jan. 1st, 1901
579,934.08
Statement showing the revenues and expenses of the Church of Jesus Christ of Latter-day Saints for the year 1900 (taken from the receipts and disbursements)
Revenues
Tithes recd. for the year 1900
1,183,007.01
Salt Lake Temple free-will offerings
5,952.10
Dividends on capital stocks
22,399.20
Capital stocks sold
63,712.00
Dedicated stock sold
61,616.13
Recd. on donation for Jackson Co. Temple
1,250.00
Rents
2,556.75
Recd. from sale of Deseret Telegraph Line
10,117.24
Recd. from sale of real estate
41,700.00
Interest on various obligations
35,145.19
Rebate on missionary fares
6,143.32
Receipts from sundry sources (see detailed report)
15,241.87
Total revenues for year 1900
1,448,840.81
Expenses
Appropriations to church authorities
88,806.93
Salary acct. (clerks, janitors, night-watchmen &c.)
36,490.61
Appropriations to church educational institutions
61,774.27
Appropriations to temples
49,878.70
Stake and ward meeting houses
5,040.15
Incidental expense
12,312.98
Improvements and repairs on church property, Salt Lake City
22,023.60
Improvements and repairs on tithing premises in the stakes
22,812.38
Losses in handling tithes for 1900
68,311.49
Stake expenses in handling tithes
17,649.67
Bishop's percentage for handling tithes
104,839.10
Deseret News (new) building
91,460.59
Interest on sundry notes
99,115.71
Amount appropriated to sinking fund acct. church bonds
50,000.00
Amount appropriated for the poor
41,427.21
Amount paid acct. fares returning missionaries
18,283.94
Appropriation to wind up Utah Loan and Trust Co.'s business
39,000.00
Taxes on church property for 1900
11,499.26
Sundry other expenses (see detailed report)
49,641.31
Total expenses for year 1900
890,367.90
Total revenues brought down
1,448,840.81
Total expenses brought down
890,367.90
Total excess of revenues over expenses for the year 1900
558,472.91
A statement showing the Church indebtedness Oct. 1st, 1898, and the indebtedness April 1st, 1901.
Church indebtedness, Oct. 1st, 1898
2,168,012.20
Indebtedness incurred from Oct. 1st, 1898, to April 1st, 1901
374,194.90
2,542,207.10
Less amount paid by the trustee-in-trust on church indebtedness from Oct. 1st, 1898, to April 1st, 1901
1,257,950.35
Total church indebtedness, April 1, 1901
1,284,256.75
Total annual interest paid on church indebtedness, January 1st, 1899
138,180.89
Total annual interest paid on church indebtedness, April 1st, 1901
77,654.22
Total annual reduction of interest (or saving to the church)
60,526.67
Total monthly reduction of interest
5,043.89
Tithes
Total tithing paid in 1898
794,332.28
Total tithing paid in 1899
1,138,362.64
Total tithing paid in 1900
1,183,007.01
Total tithing for the three years
$3,115,701.93
Revenues
Total revenues for 1898
836,639.36
Total revenues for 1899
1,258,508.66
Total revenues for 1900
1,448,840.81
Total revenues for the three years
$3,543,988.83
Expenses
Total expenses for 1898
592,627.38
Total expenses for 1899
639,083.10
Total expenses for 1900
890,367.90
Total expenses for the three years
2,122,078.38
Total excess of revenues over expenses for the three years
1,421,920.45
Average revenue for three years
1,181,319.61
[1,181,329.61]
Average expense for three years
707,359.46
Average yearly excess of revenues over expenses for 3 years
473,960.15
[473,970.15]
Pres. Jos. F. Smith moved that the report be received with thanks, approved, and placed on file. Carried by unanimous vote.
The sacrament was then administered, Pres. J. F. Smith being month in pronouncing the blessing upon the bread and wine. While at the table I moved that the following brethren be sustained as the presidency of the Big Horn Stake (it having been previously moved and carried that the Big Horn colonies be organized into a stake of Zion): Byron Sessions, president; Jesse W. Crosby, 1st counselor; and [Charles A.] Welsch, 2nd counselor. Carried by unanimous vote.
Benediction by Apostle B. Young, Jr. After the reading of the minutes, the meeting adjourned for three months. (3)
Endnotes:
1 - First Presidency and Quorum of the Twelve minutes
2 - Jean Bickmore White (editor), Church, State, and Politics: The Diaries of John Henry Smith, Signature Books in association with Smith Research Associates, Salt Lake City, 1990, http://bit.ly/johnhenrysmith
3 - Stan Larson (editor), A Ministry of Meetings: The Apostolic diaries of Rudger Clawson, Signature Books in association with Smith Research Associates, Salt Lake City, 1993, http://bit.ly/rudgerclawson
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Lorenzo Snow, Wednesday, Apr 3, 1901
-- Wednesday, Apr 3, 1901
[Apostle John Henry Smith Diary] Salt Lake City
At 1 a.m. all of the members of the Council of Apostles met in theTemple.
Matthias F. Cowley urged the publication of a cheap addition of the Book of Mormon. Brigham Young spoke Priesthood. Abraham O. Woodruff reported the condition of affairs in the Big Horn country. John W. Taylor spoke in favor of securing a home for Sister Karl G. Maeser. Rudger Clawson give us some experience. Reed Smoot presented a paper on the question of prayer meeting being held in connection with administering to the sick. John W. Taylor spoke on Gifts.
President Lorenzo Snow is 87 years old today. The Temple Workers gave him a reception, speaches and singing were indulged in and a nice lunch was partaken of.
President Geo. Q. Cannon is said to be Worse. (1)
-- Apr 3, 1901
[Apostle Marriner W. Merrill Diary] Wednesday. Salt Lake City. I attended our Quorum meeting at 10 a. m. and we adjourned at 1 p. m. At 2:30 p. m. we met at the Bee Hive House with Temple workers, about 200 in all, to celebrate President Lorenzo Snow's birthday; he is 87 years old today. Had songs and speeches; I spoke for 20 minutes. Had refreshments for all. A nice good time. (2)
-- Wednesday, Apr 3, 1901
[Apostle Rudger Clawson Diary] Salt Lake City. Cool and snowing. 10 a.m. Continuation of the conference of the Twelve, Pres. B. Young, Jr., presiding. Full quorum present. Song, "Redeemer of Israel." Prayer by Apostle A. H. Lund. [Song,] "God Moves in a Mysterious Way."
Apostle M. F. Cowley was the first speaker. Topics treated. Rejoiced in his fellowship with the brethren. Spoke of the faithfulness of the First Council of Seventies and felt that they should have a little further help from the church than they were receiving. Thought steps should be taken to publish a cheap edition of the Book of Mormon; an edition could be gotten out--say of 10,000--for $2100 or 20 cts. a piece. Desired, he said, to be devoted to the cause.
Pres. B. Young, Jr, said nothing could be done about the Book of Mormon in the absence of Pres. Cannon. Thought the Seven Presidents of Seventies should have further assistance.
A. O. Woodruff. Topics treated. Felt that a special fast should be held and prayer be offered in behalf of F. M. Lyman, Jr., by the Twelve. Had recently been visiting the new colonies in the Big Horn and found the saints there getting along nicely; they are prosecuting work on the canal. Favored the organization of a stake in the Big Horn country and suggested for the presidency, Byron Sessions, Jesse W. Crosby, and Brother [Charles A.] Welsch. Said a great many of our people are moving into Canada--some 200 had gone there recently--but it was the mind of Pres. Snow that it would be better for our people to settle in the states, where they would have political influence. Invoked the blessing of the Lord upon Pres. B. Young, Jr., Apostles F. M. Lyman, H. J. Grant, and the members of the quorum.
A committee of two, namely, H. J. Grant and Reed Smoot, were appointed to confer with the Presidency and see if something could be done for the widow of Karl G. Maeser, who is in poor circumstances. R. Clawson. Topics treated. Said he had greatly enjoyed the meetings of the conference. Felt well towards his brethren of the Twelve. Also rejoiced in his labors in the ministry and apostleship. Had been engaged for some time upon a financial statement of church affairs for the year 1900, but, notwithstanding this, had endeavored to meet every requirement and call made upon him to go into the stakes of Zion. Rejoiced in the union of the Presidency and Twelve. Showed how that God is no respecter of persons in that the leaders of the people have to make sacrifices as well as humbler members of the church. Spoke of the faithfulness of the First Presidency.
Reed Smoot. Topics treated. Spoke of the missionary call of Apostles Lyman and Grant and felt that they would be blessed. Expressed a hope for the recovery of Pres. Geo. Q. Cannon. Said he had perfect confidence in the members of the quorum.
Remarks were made by Apostles F. M. Lyman, J. W. Taylor, and R. Clawson, and Pres. B. Young, Jr., upon the principle of healing by the laying on of hands. They thought this ordinance should always be performed in a simple way, as prescribed by the word of God, and not with display.
Song. Benediction by Apostle F. M. Cowley. After the meeting 5 sisters were set apart for the practice of midwifery among the saints by Apostle J. H. Smith, J. W. Taylor, and myself. I was mouth in setting apart Sister Augusta Pratt.
2:30 p.m. Gathering at the Beehive House under the direction of Bp. Jno. R. Winder and the Salt Lake Temple workers in honor of President Lorenzo Snow's eighty-seventh birthday. It was a delightful affair.
Program
Congratulatory remarks, Bp. J. R. Winder. In connection with his remarks he reported for the information and comfort of President Snow the ordinance work done in the temple since its opening, as follows:
Number of ordinances performed from the opening until April 1900
544,333
Total for past year
68,881
Grand total
613,214
Response, Pres. L. Snow. He expressed his appreciation of the honor done by the presence of the brethren and sisters. Was greatly pleased with the report of the temple work done. Spoke of his having been set apart by Pres. Woodruff as president of the Salt Lake Temple, and he was then informed by Pres. Woodruff that he had been appointed in the other world to said position before he came here.
Remarks, Pres. J. F. Smith. He expressed appreciation for the life of Pres. Snow. He also expressed love for the brethren. Remarks, B. Young, Jr. Stated that the Twelve had been holding their quarterly conference, and during the meetings it was truly manifested that they were perfectly united with each other and the Presidency, and were each and all ready under the direction and call of our Prophet and President to go to the ends of the earth, if need be, and preach the gospel.
Remarks, S. B. Young. In behalf of the 138 quorums of seventies he congratulated Pres. Snow and wished him many happy returns of the day. Remarks, Apostle M. W. Merrill. As president reported the work at the Logan Temple as being in a prosperous condition. Over a million souls had been baptized for and endowed since its dedication some 24 years ago. Spoke relative to the principle of tithing. Prophesied that in the due time of the Lord Pres. Snow would have power to save every soul in his family.
Remarks, David H. Cannon. Reported favorable conditions in the St. George Temple. Said Pres. Snow had promised the people of the St. George country that, if they were faithful in honoring the law of tithing and other commandments of God, they should be visited by the early and latter rains. This promise had been literally fulfilled, for a recent drought of some 5 years had been broken by copious rains. Explained how he had been guided by revelation in his labors at the temple. (3)
Endnotes:
1 - Jean Bickmore White (editor), Church, State, and Politics: The Diaries of John Henry Smith, Signature Books in association with Smith Research Associates, Salt Lake City, 1990, http://bit.ly/johnhenrysmith
2 - Notes from the Miscellaneous Record Book, 1886-1906: Selected diary notes from the journal books of Marriner Wood Merrill, http://amzn.to/newmormonstudies
3 - Stan Larson (editor), A Ministry of Meetings: The Apostolic diaries of Rudger Clawson, Signature Books in association with Smith Research Associates, Salt Lake City, 1993, http://bit.ly/rudgerclawson
LDS History Chronology: Lorenzo Snow
Mormon History Timeline: the life of Lorenzo Snow
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[Apostle John Henry Smith Diary] Salt Lake City
At 1 a.m. all of the members of the Council of Apostles met in theTemple.
Matthias F. Cowley urged the publication of a cheap addition of the Book of Mormon. Brigham Young spoke Priesthood. Abraham O. Woodruff reported the condition of affairs in the Big Horn country. John W. Taylor spoke in favor of securing a home for Sister Karl G. Maeser. Rudger Clawson give us some experience. Reed Smoot presented a paper on the question of prayer meeting being held in connection with administering to the sick. John W. Taylor spoke on Gifts.
President Lorenzo Snow is 87 years old today. The Temple Workers gave him a reception, speaches and singing were indulged in and a nice lunch was partaken of.
President Geo. Q. Cannon is said to be Worse. (1)
-- Apr 3, 1901
[Apostle Marriner W. Merrill Diary] Wednesday. Salt Lake City. I attended our Quorum meeting at 10 a. m. and we adjourned at 1 p. m. At 2:30 p. m. we met at the Bee Hive House with Temple workers, about 200 in all, to celebrate President Lorenzo Snow's birthday; he is 87 years old today. Had songs and speeches; I spoke for 20 minutes. Had refreshments for all. A nice good time. (2)
-- Wednesday, Apr 3, 1901
[Apostle Rudger Clawson Diary] Salt Lake City. Cool and snowing. 10 a.m. Continuation of the conference of the Twelve, Pres. B. Young, Jr., presiding. Full quorum present. Song, "Redeemer of Israel." Prayer by Apostle A. H. Lund. [Song,] "God Moves in a Mysterious Way."
Apostle M. F. Cowley was the first speaker. Topics treated. Rejoiced in his fellowship with the brethren. Spoke of the faithfulness of the First Council of Seventies and felt that they should have a little further help from the church than they were receiving. Thought steps should be taken to publish a cheap edition of the Book of Mormon; an edition could be gotten out--say of 10,000--for $2100 or 20 cts. a piece. Desired, he said, to be devoted to the cause.
Pres. B. Young, Jr, said nothing could be done about the Book of Mormon in the absence of Pres. Cannon. Thought the Seven Presidents of Seventies should have further assistance.
A. O. Woodruff. Topics treated. Felt that a special fast should be held and prayer be offered in behalf of F. M. Lyman, Jr., by the Twelve. Had recently been visiting the new colonies in the Big Horn and found the saints there getting along nicely; they are prosecuting work on the canal. Favored the organization of a stake in the Big Horn country and suggested for the presidency, Byron Sessions, Jesse W. Crosby, and Brother [Charles A.] Welsch. Said a great many of our people are moving into Canada--some 200 had gone there recently--but it was the mind of Pres. Snow that it would be better for our people to settle in the states, where they would have political influence. Invoked the blessing of the Lord upon Pres. B. Young, Jr., Apostles F. M. Lyman, H. J. Grant, and the members of the quorum.
A committee of two, namely, H. J. Grant and Reed Smoot, were appointed to confer with the Presidency and see if something could be done for the widow of Karl G. Maeser, who is in poor circumstances. R. Clawson. Topics treated. Said he had greatly enjoyed the meetings of the conference. Felt well towards his brethren of the Twelve. Also rejoiced in his labors in the ministry and apostleship. Had been engaged for some time upon a financial statement of church affairs for the year 1900, but, notwithstanding this, had endeavored to meet every requirement and call made upon him to go into the stakes of Zion. Rejoiced in the union of the Presidency and Twelve. Showed how that God is no respecter of persons in that the leaders of the people have to make sacrifices as well as humbler members of the church. Spoke of the faithfulness of the First Presidency.
Reed Smoot. Topics treated. Spoke of the missionary call of Apostles Lyman and Grant and felt that they would be blessed. Expressed a hope for the recovery of Pres. Geo. Q. Cannon. Said he had perfect confidence in the members of the quorum.
Remarks were made by Apostles F. M. Lyman, J. W. Taylor, and R. Clawson, and Pres. B. Young, Jr., upon the principle of healing by the laying on of hands. They thought this ordinance should always be performed in a simple way, as prescribed by the word of God, and not with display.
Song. Benediction by Apostle F. M. Cowley. After the meeting 5 sisters were set apart for the practice of midwifery among the saints by Apostle J. H. Smith, J. W. Taylor, and myself. I was mouth in setting apart Sister Augusta Pratt.
2:30 p.m. Gathering at the Beehive House under the direction of Bp. Jno. R. Winder and the Salt Lake Temple workers in honor of President Lorenzo Snow's eighty-seventh birthday. It was a delightful affair.
Program
Congratulatory remarks, Bp. J. R. Winder. In connection with his remarks he reported for the information and comfort of President Snow the ordinance work done in the temple since its opening, as follows:
Number of ordinances performed from the opening until April 1900
544,333
Total for past year
68,881
Grand total
613,214
Response, Pres. L. Snow. He expressed his appreciation of the honor done by the presence of the brethren and sisters. Was greatly pleased with the report of the temple work done. Spoke of his having been set apart by Pres. Woodruff as president of the Salt Lake Temple, and he was then informed by Pres. Woodruff that he had been appointed in the other world to said position before he came here.
Remarks, Pres. J. F. Smith. He expressed appreciation for the life of Pres. Snow. He also expressed love for the brethren. Remarks, B. Young, Jr. Stated that the Twelve had been holding their quarterly conference, and during the meetings it was truly manifested that they were perfectly united with each other and the Presidency, and were each and all ready under the direction and call of our Prophet and President to go to the ends of the earth, if need be, and preach the gospel.
Remarks, S. B. Young. In behalf of the 138 quorums of seventies he congratulated Pres. Snow and wished him many happy returns of the day. Remarks, Apostle M. W. Merrill. As president reported the work at the Logan Temple as being in a prosperous condition. Over a million souls had been baptized for and endowed since its dedication some 24 years ago. Spoke relative to the principle of tithing. Prophesied that in the due time of the Lord Pres. Snow would have power to save every soul in his family.
Remarks, David H. Cannon. Reported favorable conditions in the St. George Temple. Said Pres. Snow had promised the people of the St. George country that, if they were faithful in honoring the law of tithing and other commandments of God, they should be visited by the early and latter rains. This promise had been literally fulfilled, for a recent drought of some 5 years had been broken by copious rains. Explained how he had been guided by revelation in his labors at the temple. (3)
Endnotes:
1 - Jean Bickmore White (editor), Church, State, and Politics: The Diaries of John Henry Smith, Signature Books in association with Smith Research Associates, Salt Lake City, 1990, http://bit.ly/johnhenrysmith
2 - Notes from the Miscellaneous Record Book, 1886-1906: Selected diary notes from the journal books of Marriner Wood Merrill, http://amzn.to/newmormonstudies
3 - Stan Larson (editor), A Ministry of Meetings: The Apostolic diaries of Rudger Clawson, Signature Books in association with Smith Research Associates, Salt Lake City, 1993, http://bit.ly/rudgerclawson
LDS History Chronology: Lorenzo Snow
Mormon History Timeline: the life of Lorenzo Snow
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Lorenzo Snow, Mar 13, 1901
-- Mar 13, 1901
[Temple] [Lorenzo Snow to E. H. Rhead, Mar. 13, 1901] There could be no objection to the wife revealing to her husband her new name outside of the temple, but it is at all likely that he will not need to know it outside of the temple. (1)
-- Thursday, Mar 21, 1901
[Apostle John Henry Smith Diary] Salt Lake City
It was a beautifull spring day. Brigham Young, Francis M. Lyman, Myself, Geo. Teasdale, A. H. Lund, Rudger Clawson, Feed Smoot met at 10:30 a.m. and talked over several matters. At 11 a.m. Lorenzo Snow and Joseph F. Smith joined us. After singing Bro. A. H. Lurid offered prayer. Brigham Young was Mouth at the Altar. We had some talk over the case of Ruben A. McBride who killed a man by the name of Stead some years ago.
I spent the evening at home reading. The children attended some kind of a gathering at the ward house. My son Joseph was turned loose today by the Quarantine Physician, having fully recovered from the small pox. (2)
-- Thursday, Mar 28, 1901
[Apostle John Henry Smith Diary] Salt Lake City
I went to the Temple. At 10:30 a.m. Brigham Young, Francis M. Lyman, Myself, George Teasdale, Heber J. Grant, John W. Taylor, Anthon H. Lund, Matthias F. Cowley, Rudger Clawson and Reid Smoot met in council. At 11 a.m. Presidents Lorenzo Snow and Joseph F. Smith came in.
Rudger Clawson offered prayer. Prest. Joseph F. Smith was Mouth at the Altar.
M. F. Cowley reported his trip to Oregon and moved that a stake of Zion be organized to be called Union Stake and that Franklin S. Bramwell be made the President. It was carried.
Reed Smoot is to adjust some troubles in Morgan City. (2)
-- Friday, Mar 29, 1901
[Apostle John Henry Smith Diary] Salt Lake City
It is quite cold. A. H. Lund, Ruben G. Miller and I spent the morning hours in preparing our decision in the Cottonwood Water case. President Geo. Q. Cannon and some of his family are at Monterey, California. He is reported to be dangerously sick.
Presidents Lorenzo Snow, Jos. F. Smith, Francis M. Lyman, A. H. Lund and myself had a talk with James E. Talmage in regard to his copy right to the Articles of Faith he had written. It was the opinion that we had ought hold the Copyright for the Church. (2)
Endnotes:
1 - Anderson, Devery; The Development of LDS Temple Worship, 1846-2000: A Documentary History, http://amzn.to/TempleWorship
2 - Jean Bickmore White (editor), Church, State, and Politics: The Diaries of John Henry Smith, Signature Books in association with Smith Research Associates, Salt Lake City, 1990, http://bit.ly/johnhenrysmith
LDS History Chronology: Lorenzo Snow
Mormon History Timeline: the life of Lorenzo Snow
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[Temple] [Lorenzo Snow to E. H. Rhead, Mar. 13, 1901] There could be no objection to the wife revealing to her husband her new name outside of the temple, but it is at all likely that he will not need to know it outside of the temple. (1)
-- Thursday, Mar 21, 1901
[Apostle John Henry Smith Diary] Salt Lake City
It was a beautifull spring day. Brigham Young, Francis M. Lyman, Myself, Geo. Teasdale, A. H. Lund, Rudger Clawson, Feed Smoot met at 10:30 a.m. and talked over several matters. At 11 a.m. Lorenzo Snow and Joseph F. Smith joined us. After singing Bro. A. H. Lurid offered prayer. Brigham Young was Mouth at the Altar. We had some talk over the case of Ruben A. McBride who killed a man by the name of Stead some years ago.
I spent the evening at home reading. The children attended some kind of a gathering at the ward house. My son Joseph was turned loose today by the Quarantine Physician, having fully recovered from the small pox. (2)
-- Thursday, Mar 28, 1901
[Apostle John Henry Smith Diary] Salt Lake City
I went to the Temple. At 10:30 a.m. Brigham Young, Francis M. Lyman, Myself, George Teasdale, Heber J. Grant, John W. Taylor, Anthon H. Lund, Matthias F. Cowley, Rudger Clawson and Reid Smoot met in council. At 11 a.m. Presidents Lorenzo Snow and Joseph F. Smith came in.
Rudger Clawson offered prayer. Prest. Joseph F. Smith was Mouth at the Altar.
M. F. Cowley reported his trip to Oregon and moved that a stake of Zion be organized to be called Union Stake and that Franklin S. Bramwell be made the President. It was carried.
Reed Smoot is to adjust some troubles in Morgan City. (2)
-- Friday, Mar 29, 1901
[Apostle John Henry Smith Diary] Salt Lake City
It is quite cold. A. H. Lund, Ruben G. Miller and I spent the morning hours in preparing our decision in the Cottonwood Water case. President Geo. Q. Cannon and some of his family are at Monterey, California. He is reported to be dangerously sick.
Presidents Lorenzo Snow, Jos. F. Smith, Francis M. Lyman, A. H. Lund and myself had a talk with James E. Talmage in regard to his copy right to the Articles of Faith he had written. It was the opinion that we had ought hold the Copyright for the Church. (2)
Endnotes:
1 - Anderson, Devery; The Development of LDS Temple Worship, 1846-2000: A Documentary History, http://amzn.to/TempleWorship
2 - Jean Bickmore White (editor), Church, State, and Politics: The Diaries of John Henry Smith, Signature Books in association with Smith Research Associates, Salt Lake City, 1990, http://bit.ly/johnhenrysmith
LDS History Chronology: Lorenzo Snow
Mormon History Timeline: the life of Lorenzo Snow
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Lorenzo Snow, Mar 3,1901
-- Mar 3,1901
[Utah] Lorenzo Snow promises Salt Lake temple workers that "some of us would go back to Jackson County, Missouri." (1)
-- Friday, Mar 8, 1901
[Apostle John Henry Smith Diary] Salt Lake City
It has been storming today. I had a nice visit with Prest. Lorenzo Snow today talking over the condition of some of the brethren. (2)
-- Mar 9, 1901; Saturday
Bishop John R. Winder brought to the President's Office an agreement in which Sister M. M. Barratt agrees to furnish the sum of $20,000 to erect a building to be used for the L.D.S. College.
President Lorenzo Snow authorized President Angus M. Cannon
to ordain James Leach a Patriarch. (3)
-- Mar 9, 1901
Bishop John R. Winder brought to the President's Office an agreement in which Sister M. M. Barratt agrees to furnish the sum of $20,000 to erect a building to be used for the L.D.S. College. President Lorenzo Snow authorized President Angus M. Cannon to ordain James Leach a Patriarch. Had a long visit with Pres[iden]t. [Lorenzo] Snow just after his extended interview with Gov[ernor]. Heber M. Wells and Representative [George] Sutherland. He told me what had passed between them and that if they succeeded in getting a statement from Pres[iden]t. [William] McKinley, Mark Hannah, T[homas]. C. Kearns, Senator [Redfield] Proctor & others to the effect that they desried the Evans Bill defeated he would like me to labor to that end, otherwise he want[ed] the bill to go. At the close of our conversation Pres[iden]t. Snow said: (putting his arm around my shoulders) "God Bless You." I replied "I thank you Pres[iden]t. Snow. I prize the Confidence of the Prophet of God more than all else in this world. May I allways be worthy of it." (4)
Endnotes:
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, http://amzn.to/extensions-power
2 - Jean Bickmore White (editor), Church, State, and Politics: The Diaries of John Henry Smith, Signature Books in association with Smith Research Associates, Salt Lake City, 1990, http://bit.ly/johnhenrysmith
3 - First Presidency and Quorum of the Twelve minutes
4 - Journal History; Abraham Owen Woodruff, Diary
LDS History Chronology: Lorenzo Snow
Mormon History Timeline: the life of Lorenzo Snow
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[Utah] Lorenzo Snow promises Salt Lake temple workers that "some of us would go back to Jackson County, Missouri." (1)
-- Friday, Mar 8, 1901
[Apostle John Henry Smith Diary] Salt Lake City
It has been storming today. I had a nice visit with Prest. Lorenzo Snow today talking over the condition of some of the brethren. (2)
-- Mar 9, 1901; Saturday
Bishop John R. Winder brought to the President's Office an agreement in which Sister M. M. Barratt agrees to furnish the sum of $20,000 to erect a building to be used for the L.D.S. College.
President Lorenzo Snow authorized President Angus M. Cannon
to ordain James Leach a Patriarch. (3)
-- Mar 9, 1901
Bishop John R. Winder brought to the President's Office an agreement in which Sister M. M. Barratt agrees to furnish the sum of $20,000 to erect a building to be used for the L.D.S. College. President Lorenzo Snow authorized President Angus M. Cannon to ordain James Leach a Patriarch. Had a long visit with Pres[iden]t. [Lorenzo] Snow just after his extended interview with Gov[ernor]. Heber M. Wells and Representative [George] Sutherland. He told me what had passed between them and that if they succeeded in getting a statement from Pres[iden]t. [William] McKinley, Mark Hannah, T[homas]. C. Kearns, Senator [Redfield] Proctor & others to the effect that they desried the Evans Bill defeated he would like me to labor to that end, otherwise he want[ed] the bill to go. At the close of our conversation Pres[iden]t. Snow said: (putting his arm around my shoulders) "God Bless You." I replied "I thank you Pres[iden]t. Snow. I prize the Confidence of the Prophet of God more than all else in this world. May I allways be worthy of it." (4)
Endnotes:
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, http://amzn.to/extensions-power
2 - Jean Bickmore White (editor), Church, State, and Politics: The Diaries of John Henry Smith, Signature Books in association with Smith Research Associates, Salt Lake City, 1990, http://bit.ly/johnhenrysmith
3 - First Presidency and Quorum of the Twelve minutes
4 - Journal History; Abraham Owen Woodruff, Diary
LDS History Chronology: Lorenzo Snow
Mormon History Timeline: the life of Lorenzo Snow
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Lorenzo Snow, Feb 14, 1901
-- Feb 14, 1901
Elder William H. Smart called at the office today and had a talk with President Snow on private matters. At 11 o'clock the Presidency and Twelve met in council meeting in the Temple. ... The Presidency presented the matter of opening a mission in Japan and sending Brother Heber J. Grant to preside there and to open that field, which met with approval from the brethren. Apostle Woodruff invited me in to see Pres. Lorenzo Snow. He received me at his desk in the most cordial and brotherly and even friendly manner. Said I had made a good impression so far with the people and they would receive and support me as fast as they observe I am laboring for their interests. Assured me of the confidence of the brethren and that he knows I have the work of the Lord at heart. Told me to write or come to him whenever I need help and they would gladly render all assistance in their power. Get acquainted with the people and be slow in making changes until I had their confidence. Had no particular lines he wished to speak of but that matters would gradually present themselves as I became acquainted. Be careful in reccommending saints for their second washings and annointings. I alone am responsible for this and not the bishops. They should be men who are living their religion not too young not to have been placed in circumstances to try their faith; past lives should have been without unredeemable sin. As a rule should be men active in the Lords service or else aged men who have been but who are now retired. He ask if I had received mine and when I answered "no" he instructed his sec'y Geo. Gibbs to make me a reccommend to the temple for the same. Said they are helps and safeguards to the worthy, and that after receiving mine I should better understand who to reccommend. Here is another grave responsibility for my wife and I to carry. I felt almost overcome with emotion as I contemplated the mercy of God as shown in this in His forgiveness of sins. (1)
President Lorenzo Snow announces plans to open Japan to missionary work, an important first step in expanding the foreign missions of the Church. (2)
-- Mar 3, 1901
Lorenzo Snow promises Salt Lake temple workers that "some of us would go back to Jackson County, Missouri." (3)
Endnotes:
1 - Journal History; William H. Smart, Diary
2 - The Woodland Institute 'On This Day Historical Database,' http://www.woodlandinstitute.com
3 - Advent Adam website (defunct) - based on http://amzn.to/originsofpower
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Elder William H. Smart called at the office today and had a talk with President Snow on private matters. At 11 o'clock the Presidency and Twelve met in council meeting in the Temple. ... The Presidency presented the matter of opening a mission in Japan and sending Brother Heber J. Grant to preside there and to open that field, which met with approval from the brethren. Apostle Woodruff invited me in to see Pres. Lorenzo Snow. He received me at his desk in the most cordial and brotherly and even friendly manner. Said I had made a good impression so far with the people and they would receive and support me as fast as they observe I am laboring for their interests. Assured me of the confidence of the brethren and that he knows I have the work of the Lord at heart. Told me to write or come to him whenever I need help and they would gladly render all assistance in their power. Get acquainted with the people and be slow in making changes until I had their confidence. Had no particular lines he wished to speak of but that matters would gradually present themselves as I became acquainted. Be careful in reccommending saints for their second washings and annointings. I alone am responsible for this and not the bishops. They should be men who are living their religion not too young not to have been placed in circumstances to try their faith; past lives should have been without unredeemable sin. As a rule should be men active in the Lords service or else aged men who have been but who are now retired. He ask if I had received mine and when I answered "no" he instructed his sec'y Geo. Gibbs to make me a reccommend to the temple for the same. Said they are helps and safeguards to the worthy, and that after receiving mine I should better understand who to reccommend. Here is another grave responsibility for my wife and I to carry. I felt almost overcome with emotion as I contemplated the mercy of God as shown in this in His forgiveness of sins. (1)
President Lorenzo Snow announces plans to open Japan to missionary work, an important first step in expanding the foreign missions of the Church. (2)
-- Mar 3, 1901
Lorenzo Snow promises Salt Lake temple workers that "some of us would go back to Jackson County, Missouri." (3)
Endnotes:
1 - Journal History; William H. Smart, Diary
2 - The Woodland Institute 'On This Day Historical Database,' http://www.woodlandinstitute.com
3 - Advent Adam website (defunct) - based on http://amzn.to/originsofpower
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Mormon History Timeline: the life of Lorenzo Snow
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Lorenzo Snow, Feb 9, 1901
-- Feb 9, 1901
Elder Horace S. Ensign met President [Lorenzo] Snow this morning in relation to his responding to a call made upon him to succeed Elder John W. Taylor in the presidency of the Colorado mission. After explaining his circumstances, showing that he was financially involved the President felt not to call him, but allow him to remain at home to work out his debt. Elder Charles W. Penrose also called and presented some manuscript writing in relation to the Governor's veto of the anti-compulsory vaccination bill, that he desired to publish in the [Deseret] News as an editorial, but desired the approval of President Snow on the matter. He had not read very far before President Snow stated that he thought it wisdom not to say anything in way of criticism of the Governor's attitude. Brother Penrose thereupon decided out of deference to President Snow, that it would be better not to publish the article, although he was of the opinion that it was clearly the duty of the News to meet some of the arguments in the Governor's veto favoring compulsory vaccination. Later in the day President [George Q.] Cannon came to the office and Brother Penrose was sent for and again submitted the article, but President Cannon concurred in the expression of President Snow. Elder Horace G. Whitney talked with the Presidency on the subject of printing a new edition of the Book of Mormon. He stated that he had been informed that bids had been obtained from Eastern printing houses, the lowest of which was twenty one cents per copy for ten thousand copies, and the question before the Presidency was, whether the Church works shall be published at home at a higher rate than they could be published in the East? President Snow concurred in the expression of President Cannon, therefore it was decided that the publishing better be done here at home and the books sold as reasonably as possible. Gov[ernor]. [Heber M. Wells] has vetoed bill releasing the people from thraldoms and sent a subtle substitute. Heber [M. Wells] is too much under the influence of outsiders. Saw Pres[ident]. [Lorenzo] Snow asked if he had authorized the Gov[ernor]. to say it was by his advice that Wells vetoed McMillan Bill. He Pres[ident]. S[now]. answered "I have given no man the right to say that." (1)
-- Feb 12, 1901; Tuesday
The Presidency were at the office. Pres[ident]. [Lorenzo] Snow had a talk with Elder Francis M. Lyman in relation to his duties and labors while in the British mission. President Snow stated that he expected Brother Lyman to be absent about two years, but did not want him away any longer.
Elder Heber J. Grant came in the office, he had just returned from California.
A letter had been received from Bishop Madsen, of Gunnison [Utah], conveying the idea that a Brother Copening, of that place, who had already filled one mission, and who was recommended as quite a competent missionary, had expressed himself to the effect that he was quite willing to go on a mission to Japan if it met the minds of the authorities. President [George Q.] Cannon suggested to President Snow and President [Joseph F.] Smith, the propriety of sending someone to Japan, for the purpose of opening the door of the Gospel to that nation, and said that he had felt for some time that Elder Heber J. Grant should go on a foreign mission and gain experience by laboring in the ministry, and in his opinion it was an opportune time for Brother Grant to open the
mission in Japan, and perhaps take this Brother Copening or someone else with him.
President Smith stated that Brother Grant had told him that he had thought of making a visiting tour to all the foreign missions in the world, but President Cannon felt it would be better for him to go and open up the work in Japan rather than take a roving mission.
President Snow expressed himself in favor of sending Elder Grant to Japan, but thought his financial circumstances should be taken into account before he be sent away, less the Church should be called on to meet some of his accounts and schemes in his business relations.
President Cannon thereupon moved that Brother Grant be appointed to this proposed mission, provided he can make satisfactory arrangements with his creditors. This motion met the unanimous approval of the Presidency, with the understanding that it be brought up for consideration at the next council meeting, but that nothing in the meantime be said to Elder Grant respecting it.
The President appropriated the sum of $288.20 for the payment of fares of returning Elders from the Southwestern States mission on report of President James G. Duffin.
The sum of $500. was also appropriated in favor of the Northwestern States mission to defray the expenses of the current year and to assist one of the Elders who is visiting all the conferences and branches instructing the clerks in record keeping in order that uniform records and methods might be adopted throughout the mission. This is done by request of President [Franklin S.] Bramwell. After issuing the above order, it was concluded that it would be better to write a letter authorizing President Bramwell to use this means for the purpose mentioned, and return the letter as a voucher for the same at the close of the year. (2)
Endnotes:
1 - Journal History; Brigham Young Jr., Diary
2 - First Presidency and Quorum of the Twelve minutes
LDS History Chronology: Lorenzo Snow
Mormon History Timeline: the life of Lorenzo Snow
http://lds-church-history.blogspot.com/
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Elder Horace S. Ensign met President [Lorenzo] Snow this morning in relation to his responding to a call made upon him to succeed Elder John W. Taylor in the presidency of the Colorado mission. After explaining his circumstances, showing that he was financially involved the President felt not to call him, but allow him to remain at home to work out his debt. Elder Charles W. Penrose also called and presented some manuscript writing in relation to the Governor's veto of the anti-compulsory vaccination bill, that he desired to publish in the [Deseret] News as an editorial, but desired the approval of President Snow on the matter. He had not read very far before President Snow stated that he thought it wisdom not to say anything in way of criticism of the Governor's attitude. Brother Penrose thereupon decided out of deference to President Snow, that it would be better not to publish the article, although he was of the opinion that it was clearly the duty of the News to meet some of the arguments in the Governor's veto favoring compulsory vaccination. Later in the day President [George Q.] Cannon came to the office and Brother Penrose was sent for and again submitted the article, but President Cannon concurred in the expression of President Snow. Elder Horace G. Whitney talked with the Presidency on the subject of printing a new edition of the Book of Mormon. He stated that he had been informed that bids had been obtained from Eastern printing houses, the lowest of which was twenty one cents per copy for ten thousand copies, and the question before the Presidency was, whether the Church works shall be published at home at a higher rate than they could be published in the East? President Snow concurred in the expression of President Cannon, therefore it was decided that the publishing better be done here at home and the books sold as reasonably as possible. Gov[ernor]. [Heber M. Wells] has vetoed bill releasing the people from thraldoms and sent a subtle substitute. Heber [M. Wells] is too much under the influence of outsiders. Saw Pres[ident]. [Lorenzo] Snow asked if he had authorized the Gov[ernor]. to say it was by his advice that Wells vetoed McMillan Bill. He Pres[ident]. S[now]. answered "I have given no man the right to say that." (1)
-- Feb 12, 1901; Tuesday
The Presidency were at the office. Pres[ident]. [Lorenzo] Snow had a talk with Elder Francis M. Lyman in relation to his duties and labors while in the British mission. President Snow stated that he expected Brother Lyman to be absent about two years, but did not want him away any longer.
Elder Heber J. Grant came in the office, he had just returned from California.
A letter had been received from Bishop Madsen, of Gunnison [Utah], conveying the idea that a Brother Copening, of that place, who had already filled one mission, and who was recommended as quite a competent missionary, had expressed himself to the effect that he was quite willing to go on a mission to Japan if it met the minds of the authorities. President [George Q.] Cannon suggested to President Snow and President [Joseph F.] Smith, the propriety of sending someone to Japan, for the purpose of opening the door of the Gospel to that nation, and said that he had felt for some time that Elder Heber J. Grant should go on a foreign mission and gain experience by laboring in the ministry, and in his opinion it was an opportune time for Brother Grant to open the
mission in Japan, and perhaps take this Brother Copening or someone else with him.
President Smith stated that Brother Grant had told him that he had thought of making a visiting tour to all the foreign missions in the world, but President Cannon felt it would be better for him to go and open up the work in Japan rather than take a roving mission.
President Snow expressed himself in favor of sending Elder Grant to Japan, but thought his financial circumstances should be taken into account before he be sent away, less the Church should be called on to meet some of his accounts and schemes in his business relations.
President Cannon thereupon moved that Brother Grant be appointed to this proposed mission, provided he can make satisfactory arrangements with his creditors. This motion met the unanimous approval of the Presidency, with the understanding that it be brought up for consideration at the next council meeting, but that nothing in the meantime be said to Elder Grant respecting it.
The President appropriated the sum of $288.20 for the payment of fares of returning Elders from the Southwestern States mission on report of President James G. Duffin.
The sum of $500. was also appropriated in favor of the Northwestern States mission to defray the expenses of the current year and to assist one of the Elders who is visiting all the conferences and branches instructing the clerks in record keeping in order that uniform records and methods might be adopted throughout the mission. This is done by request of President [Franklin S.] Bramwell. After issuing the above order, it was concluded that it would be better to write a letter authorizing President Bramwell to use this means for the purpose mentioned, and return the letter as a voucher for the same at the close of the year. (2)
Endnotes:
1 - Journal History; Brigham Young Jr., Diary
2 - First Presidency and Quorum of the Twelve minutes
LDS History Chronology: Lorenzo Snow
Mormon History Timeline: the life of Lorenzo Snow
http://lds-church-history.blogspot.com/
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Lorenzo Snow, Feb 07, 1901
-- Feb 07, 1901
President Lorenzo Snow dedicates LDS Business College in Salt Lake City, Utah. (1)
-- Feb 8, 1901; Friday
Presidents [Lorenzo] Snow and [Joseph F.] Smith were at the office. President [George Q.] Cannon was in Provo [Utah]. Bishop [Theodore] Brandley called and had an interview with President Snow in relation to matters among the settlers in Alberta, Canada. Among other things he requested that an extension be granted the Saints in that country in meeting their obligations. They had given their notes for the land and were unable to meet the dues. President Snow granted to them one year's extension. ...
A party going under the title of the Duke and Duchess of
Manchester, called on President Snow this afternoon. (2)
-- Feb 9, 1901; Saturday
Elder Horace S. Ensign met President [Lorenzo] Snow this morning in relation to his responding to a call made upon him to succeed Elder John W. Taylor in the presidency of the Colorado mission. After explaining his circumstances, showing that he was financially involved the President felt not to call him, but allow him to remain at home to work out his debt.
Elder Charles W. Penrose also called and presented some manuscript writing in relation to the Governor's veto of the anti-compulsory vaccination bill, that he desired to publish in the [Deseret] News as an editorial, but desired the approval of President Snow on the matter. He had not read very far before President Snow stated that he thought it wisdom not to say anything in way of criticism of the Governor's attitude. Brother Penrose thereupon decided out of deference to President Snow, that it would be better not to publish the article, although he was of the opinion that it was clearly the duty of the News to meet some of the arguments in the Governor's veto favoring compulsory vaccination. Later in the day President [George Q.] Cannon came to the office and Brother Penrose was sent for and again submitted the article, but President Cannon concurred in the expression of President Snow.
Elder Horace G. Whitney talked with the Presidency on the subject of printing a new edition of the Book of Mormon. He stated that he had been informed that bids had been obtained from Eastern printing houses, the lowest of which was twenty one cents per copy for ten thousand copies, and the question before the Presidency was, whether the Church works shall be published at home at a higher rate than they could be published in the East? President Snow concurred in the expression of President Cannon, therefore it was decided that the publishing better be done here at home and the books sold as reasonably as possible. (2)
Endnotes:
1 - The Woodland Institute 'On This Day Historical Database,' http://www.woodlandinstitute.com
2 - First Presidency and Quorum of the Twelve minutes
LDS History Chronology: Lorenzo Snow
Mormon History Timeline: the life of Lorenzo Snow
http://lds-church-history.blogspot.com/
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President Lorenzo Snow dedicates LDS Business College in Salt Lake City, Utah. (1)
-- Feb 8, 1901; Friday
Presidents [Lorenzo] Snow and [Joseph F.] Smith were at the office. President [George Q.] Cannon was in Provo [Utah]. Bishop [Theodore] Brandley called and had an interview with President Snow in relation to matters among the settlers in Alberta, Canada. Among other things he requested that an extension be granted the Saints in that country in meeting their obligations. They had given their notes for the land and were unable to meet the dues. President Snow granted to them one year's extension. ...
A party going under the title of the Duke and Duchess of
Manchester, called on President Snow this afternoon. (2)
-- Feb 9, 1901; Saturday
Elder Horace S. Ensign met President [Lorenzo] Snow this morning in relation to his responding to a call made upon him to succeed Elder John W. Taylor in the presidency of the Colorado mission. After explaining his circumstances, showing that he was financially involved the President felt not to call him, but allow him to remain at home to work out his debt.
Elder Charles W. Penrose also called and presented some manuscript writing in relation to the Governor's veto of the anti-compulsory vaccination bill, that he desired to publish in the [Deseret] News as an editorial, but desired the approval of President Snow on the matter. He had not read very far before President Snow stated that he thought it wisdom not to say anything in way of criticism of the Governor's attitude. Brother Penrose thereupon decided out of deference to President Snow, that it would be better not to publish the article, although he was of the opinion that it was clearly the duty of the News to meet some of the arguments in the Governor's veto favoring compulsory vaccination. Later in the day President [George Q.] Cannon came to the office and Brother Penrose was sent for and again submitted the article, but President Cannon concurred in the expression of President Snow.
Elder Horace G. Whitney talked with the Presidency on the subject of printing a new edition of the Book of Mormon. He stated that he had been informed that bids had been obtained from Eastern printing houses, the lowest of which was twenty one cents per copy for ten thousand copies, and the question before the Presidency was, whether the Church works shall be published at home at a higher rate than they could be published in the East? President Snow concurred in the expression of President Cannon, therefore it was decided that the publishing better be done here at home and the books sold as reasonably as possible. (2)
Endnotes:
1 - The Woodland Institute 'On This Day Historical Database,' http://www.woodlandinstitute.com
2 - First Presidency and Quorum of the Twelve minutes
LDS History Chronology: Lorenzo Snow
Mormon History Timeline: the life of Lorenzo Snow
http://lds-church-history.blogspot.com/
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Lorenzo Snow, Feb 5, 1901; Tuesday
-- Feb 5, 1901; Tuesday
Brother Frank Y. Taylor called at the President's Office, accompanied by Horace H. Cummings. They sought advice about the advisability of organizing an academy in the Granite [Utah] Stake and thus utilize the school building already erected, which had at one time been used as a church school but on account of the hard times had been discontinued several years ago. President [Lorenzo] Snow requested these brethren to study the matter over and look at the situation from all sides and see what they could do for themselves. He could promise them that the Church could help them to the extent of $1,000 or perhaps $1,500 per year in the maintenance of such a school. They stated that they felt that this would be ample and that they were willing to open a school with such favorable prospects. They left the office, therefore greatly pleased with President Snow?s attitude regarding the proposed school.
Judge [George C.] Bartch had an interview at his request with President Snow today.
Today the Presidency considered a request of Sister Jane S. Richards and concluded to grant it, namely, to appropriate to her the sum of $5,000. to enable her to meet Brother Franklin D. Richards' indebtedness for which her home was security. Brother Richards, a few years before his death, spoke to the late First Presidency in regard to this matter of rendering him assistance, and he afterwards made the request in writing, but nothing was done about it at the time, the reason being that the Church was also in straitened circumstances and the matter went over without action. Later Brother Richards, evidently disappointed, requested Brother George F. Gibbs, Secretary to the Presidency, to return his written application, which was done. In an interview with President Snow some time ago, Sister Jane S. Richards could not satisfy him as to the nature of the indebtedness, but asked that her son Franklin S. be allowed to explain it. This he did at the time to Presidents Snow and [Joseph F.] Smith, his information showing that President Franklin D. Richards, together with his sons Franklin S. and Charles C., borrowed money for the purpose of starting the Ogden Loan and Trust Company, which ended in failure; but before it failed, and when the bank was considered in good condition; but Abraham H. Cannon desired to control it in connection with a railroad scheme, and President Richards and his sons sold to Brother Cannon. They were invited to either buy out other stockholders or to sell, and not being able to buy they sold, realizing but sixty cents on the dollar, or a loss of some three thousand dollars on his investment, and this balance had been carried by him and his sons. During his lifetime he spoke to President Snow about this matter, feeling quite disappointed that the late First Presidency could not see their way clear to help him as it was the first time he had ever asked the Church for financial aid. President [George Q.] Cannon now informed President Snow that when Brother Richards made the application he was sorry it could not be granted, but that it was purely on account of the financial pressure at the time, but that he certainly favored it then and does now. Presidents Snow and Smith were of the same mind so the appropriation was made.
President Cannon presented for consideration before Presidents Snow and Smith some questions in relation to the publication of the History of the Church. First, he desired to know by what title the history should be known, it having been published heretofore under the titles of "History of Joseph Smith" and "History of Brigham Young," and he desired their views regarding the proper title for the new publication. It was decided to call it "The History of The Church of Jesus Christ of Latter-day Saints." The other questions were of minor importance. (1)
-- Feb 5, 1901
Brother Frank Y. Taylor called at the President's Office, accompanied by Horace H. Cummings. They sought advice about the advisability of organizing an academy in the Granite [Utah] Stake and thus utilize the school building already erected, which had at one time been used as a church school but on account of the hard times had been discontinued several years ago. President [Lorenzo] Snow requested these brethren to study the matter over and look at the situation from all sides and see what they could do for themselves. He could promise them that the Church could help them to the extent of $1,000 or perhaps $1,500 per year in the maintenance of such a school. They stated that they felt that this would be ample and that they were willing to open a school with such favorable prospects. They left the office, therefore greatly pleased with President Snow's attitude regarding the proposed school. Judge [George C.] Bartch had an interview at his request with President Snow today. Today the Presidency considered a request of Sister Jane S. Richards and concluded to grant it, namely, to appropriate to her the sum of $5,000. to enable her to meet Brother Franklin D. Richards' indebtedness for which her home was security. Brother Richards, a few years before his death, spoke to the late First Presidency in regard to this matter of rendering him assistance, and he afterwards made the request in writing, but nothing was done about it at the time, the reason being that the Church was also in straitened circumstances and the matter went over without action. Later Brother Richards, evidently disappointed, requested Brother George F. Gibbs, Secretary to the Presidency, to return his written application, which was done. In an interview with President Snow some time ago, Sister Jane S. Richards could not satisfy him as to the nature of the indebtedness, but asked that her son Franklin S. be allowed to explain it. This he did at the time to Presidents Snow and [Joseph F.] Smith, his information showing that President Franklin D. Richards, together with his sons Franklin S. and Charles C., borrowed money for the purpose of starting the Ogden Loan and Trust Company, which ended in failure; but before it failed, and when the bank was considered in good condition; but Abraham H. Cannon desired to control it in connection with a railroad scheme, and President Richards and his sons sold to Brother Cannon. They were invited to either buy out other stockholders or to sell, and not being able to buy they sold, realizing but sixty cents on the dollar, or a loss of some three thousand dollars on his investment, and this balance had been carried by him and his sons. During his lifetime he spoke to President Snow about this matter, feeling quite disappointed that the late First Presidency could not see their way clear to help him as it was the first time he had ever asked the Church for financial aid. President [George Q.] Cannon now informed President Snow that when Brother Richards made the application he was sorry it could not be granted, but that it was purely on account of the financial pressure at the time, but that he certainly favored it then and does now. Presidents Snow and Smith were of the same mind so the appropriation was made. President Cannon presented for consideration before Presidents Snow and Smith some questions in relation to the publication of the History of the Church. First, he desired to know by what title the history should be known, it having been published heretofore under the titles of "History of Joseph Smith" and "History of Brigham Young," and he desired their views regarding the proper title for the new publication. It was decided to call it "The History of The Church of Jesus Christ of Latter-day Saints." The other questions were of minor importance. Visited with Presidency. Was much surprised to learn that, some of the apostles were in favor of forced vaccination in schools; all other public gatherings are unnoticed by force mongers. (2)
Endnotes:
1 - First Presidency and Quorum of the Twelve minutes
2 - Journal History; Brigham Young Jr., Diary
LDS History Chronology: Lorenzo Snow
Mormon History Timeline: the life of Lorenzo Snow
http://lds-church-history.blogspot.com/
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Brother Frank Y. Taylor called at the President's Office, accompanied by Horace H. Cummings. They sought advice about the advisability of organizing an academy in the Granite [Utah] Stake and thus utilize the school building already erected, which had at one time been used as a church school but on account of the hard times had been discontinued several years ago. President [Lorenzo] Snow requested these brethren to study the matter over and look at the situation from all sides and see what they could do for themselves. He could promise them that the Church could help them to the extent of $1,000 or perhaps $1,500 per year in the maintenance of such a school. They stated that they felt that this would be ample and that they were willing to open a school with such favorable prospects. They left the office, therefore greatly pleased with President Snow?s attitude regarding the proposed school.
Judge [George C.] Bartch had an interview at his request with President Snow today.
Today the Presidency considered a request of Sister Jane S. Richards and concluded to grant it, namely, to appropriate to her the sum of $5,000. to enable her to meet Brother Franklin D. Richards' indebtedness for which her home was security. Brother Richards, a few years before his death, spoke to the late First Presidency in regard to this matter of rendering him assistance, and he afterwards made the request in writing, but nothing was done about it at the time, the reason being that the Church was also in straitened circumstances and the matter went over without action. Later Brother Richards, evidently disappointed, requested Brother George F. Gibbs, Secretary to the Presidency, to return his written application, which was done. In an interview with President Snow some time ago, Sister Jane S. Richards could not satisfy him as to the nature of the indebtedness, but asked that her son Franklin S. be allowed to explain it. This he did at the time to Presidents Snow and [Joseph F.] Smith, his information showing that President Franklin D. Richards, together with his sons Franklin S. and Charles C., borrowed money for the purpose of starting the Ogden Loan and Trust Company, which ended in failure; but before it failed, and when the bank was considered in good condition; but Abraham H. Cannon desired to control it in connection with a railroad scheme, and President Richards and his sons sold to Brother Cannon. They were invited to either buy out other stockholders or to sell, and not being able to buy they sold, realizing but sixty cents on the dollar, or a loss of some three thousand dollars on his investment, and this balance had been carried by him and his sons. During his lifetime he spoke to President Snow about this matter, feeling quite disappointed that the late First Presidency could not see their way clear to help him as it was the first time he had ever asked the Church for financial aid. President [George Q.] Cannon now informed President Snow that when Brother Richards made the application he was sorry it could not be granted, but that it was purely on account of the financial pressure at the time, but that he certainly favored it then and does now. Presidents Snow and Smith were of the same mind so the appropriation was made.
President Cannon presented for consideration before Presidents Snow and Smith some questions in relation to the publication of the History of the Church. First, he desired to know by what title the history should be known, it having been published heretofore under the titles of "History of Joseph Smith" and "History of Brigham Young," and he desired their views regarding the proper title for the new publication. It was decided to call it "The History of The Church of Jesus Christ of Latter-day Saints." The other questions were of minor importance. (1)
-- Feb 5, 1901
Brother Frank Y. Taylor called at the President's Office, accompanied by Horace H. Cummings. They sought advice about the advisability of organizing an academy in the Granite [Utah] Stake and thus utilize the school building already erected, which had at one time been used as a church school but on account of the hard times had been discontinued several years ago. President [Lorenzo] Snow requested these brethren to study the matter over and look at the situation from all sides and see what they could do for themselves. He could promise them that the Church could help them to the extent of $1,000 or perhaps $1,500 per year in the maintenance of such a school. They stated that they felt that this would be ample and that they were willing to open a school with such favorable prospects. They left the office, therefore greatly pleased with President Snow's attitude regarding the proposed school. Judge [George C.] Bartch had an interview at his request with President Snow today. Today the Presidency considered a request of Sister Jane S. Richards and concluded to grant it, namely, to appropriate to her the sum of $5,000. to enable her to meet Brother Franklin D. Richards' indebtedness for which her home was security. Brother Richards, a few years before his death, spoke to the late First Presidency in regard to this matter of rendering him assistance, and he afterwards made the request in writing, but nothing was done about it at the time, the reason being that the Church was also in straitened circumstances and the matter went over without action. Later Brother Richards, evidently disappointed, requested Brother George F. Gibbs, Secretary to the Presidency, to return his written application, which was done. In an interview with President Snow some time ago, Sister Jane S. Richards could not satisfy him as to the nature of the indebtedness, but asked that her son Franklin S. be allowed to explain it. This he did at the time to Presidents Snow and [Joseph F.] Smith, his information showing that President Franklin D. Richards, together with his sons Franklin S. and Charles C., borrowed money for the purpose of starting the Ogden Loan and Trust Company, which ended in failure; but before it failed, and when the bank was considered in good condition; but Abraham H. Cannon desired to control it in connection with a railroad scheme, and President Richards and his sons sold to Brother Cannon. They were invited to either buy out other stockholders or to sell, and not being able to buy they sold, realizing but sixty cents on the dollar, or a loss of some three thousand dollars on his investment, and this balance had been carried by him and his sons. During his lifetime he spoke to President Snow about this matter, feeling quite disappointed that the late First Presidency could not see their way clear to help him as it was the first time he had ever asked the Church for financial aid. President [George Q.] Cannon now informed President Snow that when Brother Richards made the application he was sorry it could not be granted, but that it was purely on account of the financial pressure at the time, but that he certainly favored it then and does now. Presidents Snow and Smith were of the same mind so the appropriation was made. President Cannon presented for consideration before Presidents Snow and Smith some questions in relation to the publication of the History of the Church. First, he desired to know by what title the history should be known, it having been published heretofore under the titles of "History of Joseph Smith" and "History of Brigham Young," and he desired their views regarding the proper title for the new publication. It was decided to call it "The History of The Church of Jesus Christ of Latter-day Saints." The other questions were of minor importance. Visited with Presidency. Was much surprised to learn that, some of the apostles were in favor of forced vaccination in schools; all other public gatherings are unnoticed by force mongers. (2)
Endnotes:
1 - First Presidency and Quorum of the Twelve minutes
2 - Journal History; Brigham Young Jr., Diary
LDS History Chronology: Lorenzo Snow
Mormon History Timeline: the life of Lorenzo Snow
http://lds-church-history.blogspot.com/
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Lorenzo Snow, Feb 2, 1901; Saturday
-- Feb 2, 1901; Saturday
The First Presidency were at the office. An appointment was made with Brother Isaac Riddle of Provo [Utah], who is in the city receiving treatment for his health. He was sent for and came to the office accompanied by his wife and one of his sons. Brother Riddle had proffered to the church property valued at about $25,000. which was to be used towards purchasing land for Temple purposes in Jackson county, Missouri. Attorney Franklin S. Richards was to have been present at the interview, but on account of a severe attack of la grippe was confined to his home. Because of the absence of the attorney the appointment was postponed until the following Monday morning at the same hour. As Brother Riddle and his wife and son were leaving the office Elder John Henry Smith came in and Sister Riddle took occasion to speak privately to him on this business of Brother Riddle's donation. Immediately after the Riddles left the office, Elder Smith related to President Snow the purport of the conversation, which was in effect, that Sister Riddle was a widow with quite a large family when she married Brother Riddle, and although she married him as a plural wife, the marriage took place after the death of Brother Riddle's legal wife, and therefore she, in the eyes of the law would be considered legally Brother Riddle's wife and she was therefore entitled to her dower interests in his property. Brother Riddle had said nothing to her or her children of his proposed donation to the Church; nevertheless she was willing personally that the gift be made. However she feared some unpleasantness and perhaps disagreement among the children when they heard of it and felt therefore to speak of the matter to Brother Smith. This information was a surprise to President Snow, who thought that the family was in hearty accord with the action of Brother Riddle. President Snow thereupon expressed the opinion that it would not be a wise thing to accept the gift in behalf of the Church unless Brother Riddle's family should first agree thereto. No action was, however, taken in regard to the gift at this time.
At 11 o'clock Elders James E. Talmage, Anthon H. Lund and George Reynolds (the two latter as part of the committee appointed by President Snow to revise church publications) met with the Presidency. Brother Talmage had been appointed to revise the Pearl of Great Price and place it in sections with verses after the style of the Book of Mormon and Doctrine and Covenants. He had been in session with the committee, and their recommendations and proposed changes had been noted. They now met with the Presidency to consider the same and to accept such advice as should be given them. President Cannon was desirous that some decision should be reached, from the fact that he was about to publish the History of the Church--known as the history of Joseph Smith the Prophet, in the publications found in the News and Millennial Star--and his son John Q. Cannon who was assisting his father in the work had
submitted certain questions in relation to the revelations and he, President Cannon, desired to have a perfect agreement between the proposed new edition of the Pearl of Great Price and the history of the Church. He said that John Q. Cannon had compared the revelations in the current edition of the Doctrine and Covenants with the original manuscript record in the Historian's Office and had noted some slight differences. And Brother Talmage had also compared the several editions with the manuscripts with the same result. These differences however, were minor in their importance, but worthy, nevertheless, of consideration; having crept in through typographical mistakes that had been passed in the proof reading. It was agreed that in both publications the divisions should be made and the corrections also where ever necessary and that both the Pearl of Great Price and the History should be in harmony in regard to the divisions in chapters and verses etc.
The sum of $50. was appropriated to assist Henry Woodmansee to procure artificial feet, he having had to have his feet amputated recently due to having them frozen. (1)
-- Feb 4, 1901; Monday
The First Presidency were at the office. Elder F[ranklin]. S. Bramwell called and reported the death of Elder Charles H. Atkinson, whose death took place a few days ago in the mission field. Brother John W. Taylor was requested--by telephone, he being in Farmington [Utah]--to attend the funeral of Elder Charles H. Atkinson at Bountiful [Utah] tomorrow.
Brother Isaac Riddle called, accompanied by his wife. He met President [Lorenzo] Snow and President [George Q.] Cannon, attorney Franklin S. Richards and Jon Henry Smith. Before Brother Riddle met the Presidency he had an interview with the attorney and John Henry Smith and it was decided that the Church could not consistently accept his offer of $25,000. President Snow in the interview informed Brother Riddle that if he could arrange his affairs so that he could give a donation, to the Church for the purpose originally intended, in cash for, say $5,000. without injuring his family, it could be accepted. Brother Riddle seemed pleased and satisfied to do this. (1)
Endnotes:
1 - First Presidency and Quorum of the Twelve minutes
LDS History Chronology: Lorenzo Snow
Mormon History Timeline: the life of Lorenzo Snow
http://lds-church-history.blogspot.com/
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The First Presidency were at the office. An appointment was made with Brother Isaac Riddle of Provo [Utah], who is in the city receiving treatment for his health. He was sent for and came to the office accompanied by his wife and one of his sons. Brother Riddle had proffered to the church property valued at about $25,000. which was to be used towards purchasing land for Temple purposes in Jackson county, Missouri. Attorney Franklin S. Richards was to have been present at the interview, but on account of a severe attack of la grippe was confined to his home. Because of the absence of the attorney the appointment was postponed until the following Monday morning at the same hour. As Brother Riddle and his wife and son were leaving the office Elder John Henry Smith came in and Sister Riddle took occasion to speak privately to him on this business of Brother Riddle's donation. Immediately after the Riddles left the office, Elder Smith related to President Snow the purport of the conversation, which was in effect, that Sister Riddle was a widow with quite a large family when she married Brother Riddle, and although she married him as a plural wife, the marriage took place after the death of Brother Riddle's legal wife, and therefore she, in the eyes of the law would be considered legally Brother Riddle's wife and she was therefore entitled to her dower interests in his property. Brother Riddle had said nothing to her or her children of his proposed donation to the Church; nevertheless she was willing personally that the gift be made. However she feared some unpleasantness and perhaps disagreement among the children when they heard of it and felt therefore to speak of the matter to Brother Smith. This information was a surprise to President Snow, who thought that the family was in hearty accord with the action of Brother Riddle. President Snow thereupon expressed the opinion that it would not be a wise thing to accept the gift in behalf of the Church unless Brother Riddle's family should first agree thereto. No action was, however, taken in regard to the gift at this time.
At 11 o'clock Elders James E. Talmage, Anthon H. Lund and George Reynolds (the two latter as part of the committee appointed by President Snow to revise church publications) met with the Presidency. Brother Talmage had been appointed to revise the Pearl of Great Price and place it in sections with verses after the style of the Book of Mormon and Doctrine and Covenants. He had been in session with the committee, and their recommendations and proposed changes had been noted. They now met with the Presidency to consider the same and to accept such advice as should be given them. President Cannon was desirous that some decision should be reached, from the fact that he was about to publish the History of the Church--known as the history of Joseph Smith the Prophet, in the publications found in the News and Millennial Star--and his son John Q. Cannon who was assisting his father in the work had
submitted certain questions in relation to the revelations and he, President Cannon, desired to have a perfect agreement between the proposed new edition of the Pearl of Great Price and the history of the Church. He said that John Q. Cannon had compared the revelations in the current edition of the Doctrine and Covenants with the original manuscript record in the Historian's Office and had noted some slight differences. And Brother Talmage had also compared the several editions with the manuscripts with the same result. These differences however, were minor in their importance, but worthy, nevertheless, of consideration; having crept in through typographical mistakes that had been passed in the proof reading. It was agreed that in both publications the divisions should be made and the corrections also where ever necessary and that both the Pearl of Great Price and the History should be in harmony in regard to the divisions in chapters and verses etc.
The sum of $50. was appropriated to assist Henry Woodmansee to procure artificial feet, he having had to have his feet amputated recently due to having them frozen. (1)
-- Feb 4, 1901; Monday
The First Presidency were at the office. Elder F[ranklin]. S. Bramwell called and reported the death of Elder Charles H. Atkinson, whose death took place a few days ago in the mission field. Brother John W. Taylor was requested--by telephone, he being in Farmington [Utah]--to attend the funeral of Elder Charles H. Atkinson at Bountiful [Utah] tomorrow.
Brother Isaac Riddle called, accompanied by his wife. He met President [Lorenzo] Snow and President [George Q.] Cannon, attorney Franklin S. Richards and Jon Henry Smith. Before Brother Riddle met the Presidency he had an interview with the attorney and John Henry Smith and it was decided that the Church could not consistently accept his offer of $25,000. President Snow in the interview informed Brother Riddle that if he could arrange his affairs so that he could give a donation, to the Church for the purpose originally intended, in cash for, say $5,000. without injuring his family, it could be accepted. Brother Riddle seemed pleased and satisfied to do this. (1)
Endnotes:
1 - First Presidency and Quorum of the Twelve minutes
LDS History Chronology: Lorenzo Snow
Mormon History Timeline: the life of Lorenzo Snow
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Lorenzo Snow, Jan 31, 1901
-- Jan 31, 1901
At 11 o'clock council meeting was held in the Temple. There were present: Presidents [Lorenzo] Snow, [George Q.] Cannon and [Joseph F.] Smith, also Elders Brigham Young [Jr.], Francis M. Lyman, John Henry Smith, George Teasdale, John W. Taylor, Anthon H. Lund, Matthias F. Cowley, Abraham O[wen]. Woodruff, Rudger Clawson and Reed Smoot. ... A written report signed by Elders Brigham Young, M[arriner]. W[ood]. Merrill and M[atthias]. F. Cowley was read on the division of the Cache [Utah] Stake of Zion. The brethren recommended that the Stake be divided into three stakes. Elder Cowley stated that the suggested division on the lines proposed were the expressions of Brother Merrill which he had arrived at after duly considering the matter. Also the suggestions were made that Elders Joseph Morrell preside over the middle stake with headquarters at Logan; Elder Brigham A. Hendricks preside over the northern stake and that Bishop Charles G. Hyde preside over the southern stake. The reason for suggesting these brethren was that they would be the most likely to break down what is known as the [Moses] Thatcher influence in Cache valley. President Cannon spoke of the recent visit to Lewiston [Idaho] by himself and President Smith and while there he was greatly impressed with the ability of Bishop Lewis and felt that he would be a suitable man for the position of President of that division. Elder John W. Taylor also expressed his view as being the same as President Cannon's. Elder Lyman stated that he was satisfied with the proposed division of the stake. President Cannon then moved that Cache stake be divided into three stakes as proposed along the lines recommended by the committee. President Smith thought there was no immediate reason for making a change in the presidency of the center stake which at present is presided over by Elder Marriner W. Merrill. Elder Cowley moved that Elder Charles G. Hyde preside over the south stake, that W. H. Lewis preside over the north stake and that the center stake remain as it is for the present. Seconded by President Smith. Elder John Henry Smith thought it would be a proper thing to release Brother Merrill as a stake president that he might not be curtailed in his privileges and duties as an Apostle, and this was agreeable to Brother Merrill's own feelings, as expressed a short time ago. President Smith stated that he knew of no reason why Brother Merrill should not be released if he desired to be that he might labor in the duties of the Apostleship. After further discussion on this subject it was stated by President Snow that at the time Brother Merrill was appointed to preside over the Cache stake there were special reasons for it, but he felt that those reasons did not now exist and therefore Elder Merrill ought to be released. President Cannon stated that it was the solemn duty on the part of the brethren to see that certain ideas as to doctrine and the rights and authority of the Priesthood were extirpated from the people of Cache stake, and that now was the time to choose strong, capable men to do this work. After further discussion it was decided to release Brother Merrill on motion of Brother John Henry Smith. The motion of Elder Cowley was then put with the substitution of the name of Joseph Morrell instead of M[arriner]. W[ood]. Merrill as president of the middle stake of the proposed division, thus making Bishop Lewis president of the north stake, Joseph Morrell president of the middle stake and Bishop Charles G. Hyde president of the southern stake. The committee on division proposed that Logan, Greenville, Hyde Park, Benson and Providence be included in the middle stake; Millville, College, Hyrum, Paradise, Avon, Mount Sterling, Wellsville and Mendon in the southern stake and Smithfield, Richmond, Coveville, Lewiston, Trenton, Clarkston and Newton be included in the northern division. No names were proposed for these new stakes, the names used were merely for the purpose of designating the proposed divisions. ... The question of disorganizing Eastdale settlement was considered. It appears that the people settled at this place under the protest of Silas S. and John Henry Smith, but feeling that they were compelled to go somewhere where they could be protected in their family relations, they decided to run the risk of obtaining sufficient water for irrigating purposes by making a reservoir; but after doing so they found themselves short of water. There is now a project contemplated for digging a canal, but the settlers are still in doubt, even after making the canal of being able to obtain the necessary water. Bishop Jenson, under these circumstances, felt himself in doubt as to whether the people should remain there or move to other settlements, and he had referred the matter to the Presidency. After some talk on the subject, President Smith moved that the people of Eastdale settlement be left to take such action in relation to the matter of their removal or remaining, as they were in the better position to judge in the matter. The motion was carried. A letter from President Collins R. Hakes, setting forth the fact that the people of Pine Ward of the Maricopa [Arizona] Stake would be broken up in their homes unless something was done to change the proposed boundary of what is called the Forest Reserve in Arizona. He desired that the Utah Congressmen be appealed to to see if something could not be done in this matter and together with Arizona's representative a change in the proposed boundary might be made. The matter was referred to Brother Reed Smoot for the purpose of communicating with the Utah Senators in Washington also the Representative. A long communication to President Snow as General Superintendent of the M.I.A., signed by Joseph F. Smith, Heber J. Grant and B. H. Roberts was submitted. It asked that the sphere of the Improvement Era be enlarged by not confining it to Improvement Societies alone, but that it be allowed to become an organ for instructing quorums of Priesthood as well. President Snow remarked that he felt somewhat jealous of giving to any organization authority to instruct any of the quorums of the Priesthood, and being in doubt was his object in bringing it before the brethren. President Smith stated that the Seventies of the First Council had themselves expressed a desire to use the columns of the Era by way of reaching the several quorums of Seventies. President Cannon thought it was a matter that required time to consider, and being pressed for time now he suggested that it be deferred. This suggestion was acted upon and the matter postponed for the present. ... My health is not good probably if I observed the word of wisdom more stric[t]ly would feel stronger good thing for me to try experiment of coma [?] I do keep it very well, but take cup of tea occasionally. I am sure this weakens my heart. (1)
-- During early 1901
[Lucy Mack Smith] The MIA general boards propose Lucy's history as a course of study. Church president Lorenzo Snow approves. (2)
Endnotes:
1 - Journal History; Brigham Young Jr., Diary
2 - Anderson, Lavina Fielding, Editor, Lucy's Book: A Critical Edition of Lucy Mack Smith's Family Memoir, 2001, Signature Books, http://bit.ly/lucys-book
LDS History Chronology: Lorenzo Snow
Mormon History Timeline: the life of Lorenzo Snow
http://lds-church-history.blogspot.com/
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At 11 o'clock council meeting was held in the Temple. There were present: Presidents [Lorenzo] Snow, [George Q.] Cannon and [Joseph F.] Smith, also Elders Brigham Young [Jr.], Francis M. Lyman, John Henry Smith, George Teasdale, John W. Taylor, Anthon H. Lund, Matthias F. Cowley, Abraham O[wen]. Woodruff, Rudger Clawson and Reed Smoot. ... A written report signed by Elders Brigham Young, M[arriner]. W[ood]. Merrill and M[atthias]. F. Cowley was read on the division of the Cache [Utah] Stake of Zion. The brethren recommended that the Stake be divided into three stakes. Elder Cowley stated that the suggested division on the lines proposed were the expressions of Brother Merrill which he had arrived at after duly considering the matter. Also the suggestions were made that Elders Joseph Morrell preside over the middle stake with headquarters at Logan; Elder Brigham A. Hendricks preside over the northern stake and that Bishop Charles G. Hyde preside over the southern stake. The reason for suggesting these brethren was that they would be the most likely to break down what is known as the [Moses] Thatcher influence in Cache valley. President Cannon spoke of the recent visit to Lewiston [Idaho] by himself and President Smith and while there he was greatly impressed with the ability of Bishop Lewis and felt that he would be a suitable man for the position of President of that division. Elder John W. Taylor also expressed his view as being the same as President Cannon's. Elder Lyman stated that he was satisfied with the proposed division of the stake. President Cannon then moved that Cache stake be divided into three stakes as proposed along the lines recommended by the committee. President Smith thought there was no immediate reason for making a change in the presidency of the center stake which at present is presided over by Elder Marriner W. Merrill. Elder Cowley moved that Elder Charles G. Hyde preside over the south stake, that W. H. Lewis preside over the north stake and that the center stake remain as it is for the present. Seconded by President Smith. Elder John Henry Smith thought it would be a proper thing to release Brother Merrill as a stake president that he might not be curtailed in his privileges and duties as an Apostle, and this was agreeable to Brother Merrill's own feelings, as expressed a short time ago. President Smith stated that he knew of no reason why Brother Merrill should not be released if he desired to be that he might labor in the duties of the Apostleship. After further discussion on this subject it was stated by President Snow that at the time Brother Merrill was appointed to preside over the Cache stake there were special reasons for it, but he felt that those reasons did not now exist and therefore Elder Merrill ought to be released. President Cannon stated that it was the solemn duty on the part of the brethren to see that certain ideas as to doctrine and the rights and authority of the Priesthood were extirpated from the people of Cache stake, and that now was the time to choose strong, capable men to do this work. After further discussion it was decided to release Brother Merrill on motion of Brother John Henry Smith. The motion of Elder Cowley was then put with the substitution of the name of Joseph Morrell instead of M[arriner]. W[ood]. Merrill as president of the middle stake of the proposed division, thus making Bishop Lewis president of the north stake, Joseph Morrell president of the middle stake and Bishop Charles G. Hyde president of the southern stake. The committee on division proposed that Logan, Greenville, Hyde Park, Benson and Providence be included in the middle stake; Millville, College, Hyrum, Paradise, Avon, Mount Sterling, Wellsville and Mendon in the southern stake and Smithfield, Richmond, Coveville, Lewiston, Trenton, Clarkston and Newton be included in the northern division. No names were proposed for these new stakes, the names used were merely for the purpose of designating the proposed divisions. ... The question of disorganizing Eastdale settlement was considered. It appears that the people settled at this place under the protest of Silas S. and John Henry Smith, but feeling that they were compelled to go somewhere where they could be protected in their family relations, they decided to run the risk of obtaining sufficient water for irrigating purposes by making a reservoir; but after doing so they found themselves short of water. There is now a project contemplated for digging a canal, but the settlers are still in doubt, even after making the canal of being able to obtain the necessary water. Bishop Jenson, under these circumstances, felt himself in doubt as to whether the people should remain there or move to other settlements, and he had referred the matter to the Presidency. After some talk on the subject, President Smith moved that the people of Eastdale settlement be left to take such action in relation to the matter of their removal or remaining, as they were in the better position to judge in the matter. The motion was carried. A letter from President Collins R. Hakes, setting forth the fact that the people of Pine Ward of the Maricopa [Arizona] Stake would be broken up in their homes unless something was done to change the proposed boundary of what is called the Forest Reserve in Arizona. He desired that the Utah Congressmen be appealed to to see if something could not be done in this matter and together with Arizona's representative a change in the proposed boundary might be made. The matter was referred to Brother Reed Smoot for the purpose of communicating with the Utah Senators in Washington also the Representative. A long communication to President Snow as General Superintendent of the M.I.A., signed by Joseph F. Smith, Heber J. Grant and B. H. Roberts was submitted. It asked that the sphere of the Improvement Era be enlarged by not confining it to Improvement Societies alone, but that it be allowed to become an organ for instructing quorums of Priesthood as well. President Snow remarked that he felt somewhat jealous of giving to any organization authority to instruct any of the quorums of the Priesthood, and being in doubt was his object in bringing it before the brethren. President Smith stated that the Seventies of the First Council had themselves expressed a desire to use the columns of the Era by way of reaching the several quorums of Seventies. President Cannon thought it was a matter that required time to consider, and being pressed for time now he suggested that it be deferred. This suggestion was acted upon and the matter postponed for the present. ... My health is not good probably if I observed the word of wisdom more stric[t]ly would feel stronger good thing for me to try experiment of coma [?] I do keep it very well, but take cup of tea occasionally. I am sure this weakens my heart. (1)
-- During early 1901
[Lucy Mack Smith] The MIA general boards propose Lucy's history as a course of study. Church president Lorenzo Snow approves. (2)
Endnotes:
1 - Journal History; Brigham Young Jr., Diary
2 - Anderson, Lavina Fielding, Editor, Lucy's Book: A Critical Edition of Lucy Mack Smith's Family Memoir, 2001, Signature Books, http://bit.ly/lucys-book
LDS History Chronology: Lorenzo Snow
Mormon History Timeline: the life of Lorenzo Snow
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Lorenzo Snow, Thursday, Jan 31, 1901
-- Thursday, Jan 31, 1901
[Apostle John Henry Smith Diary] Salt Lake City
At 2 p.m. a large company met at the Residence of Hon. Franklin S. Richards to the 80th birthday of Zina D. H. Smith and the 78th birthday of Jane S. Richards.
We had a nice Lunch. Speaches were made by Prests. Lorenzo Snow, Geo. Q. Cannon, Joseph F. Smith, Myself, John R. Winder, Zina D. H. Y. Smith, Jane S. Richards, Bathsheba W. Smith, Nathan Tanner, Sr. & Samuel W. Richards. Papers were read by Susie Y. Gates, Lula G. Richards and Mrs. L. F. Moench.
The Doxology was sung and Benediction was offered by Patriarch John Smith. It was a happy day and long to be remembered. (1)
-- Jan 31, 1901; Thursday
At 11 o'clock council meeting was held in the Temple. There were present: Presidents [Lorenzo] Snow, [George Q.] Cannon and [Joseph F.] Smith, also Elders Brigham Young [Jr.], Francis M. Lyman, John Henry Smith, George Teasdale, John W. Taylor, Anthon H. Lund, Matthias F. Cowley, Abraham O[wen]. Woodruff, Rudger Clawson and Reed Smoot. ...
A written report signed by Elders Brigham Young, M[arriner]. W[ood]. Merrill and M[atthias]. F. Cowley was read on the division of the Cache [Utah] Stake of Zion. The brethren recommended that the Stake be divided into three stakes. Elder Cowley stated that the suggested division on the lines proposed were the expressions of Brother Merrill which he had arrived at after duly considering the matter. Also the suggestions were made that Elders Joseph Morrell preside over the middle stake with headquarters at Logan; Elder Brigham A. Hendricks preside over the northern stake and that Bishop Charles G. Hyde preside over the southern stake. The reason for suggesting these brethren was that they would be the most likely to break down what is known as the [Moses] Thatcher influence in Cache valley.
President Cannon spoke of the recent visit to Lewiston [Idaho] by himself and President Smith and while there he was greatly impressed with the ability of Bishop Lewis and felt that he would be a suitable man for the position of President of that division. Elder John W. Taylor also expressed his view as being the same as President Cannon's. Elder Lyman stated that he was satisfied with the proposed division of the stake. President Cannon then moved that Cache stake be divided into three stakes as proposed along the lines recommended by the committee.
President Smith thought there was no immediate reason for making a change in the presidency of the center stake which at present is presided over by Elder Marriner W. Merrill. Elder Cowley moved that Elder Charles G. Hyde preside over the south stake, that W. H. Lewis preside over the north stake and that the center stake remain as it is for the present. Seconded by President Smith. Elder John Henry Smith thought it would be a proper thing to release Brother Merrill as a stake president that he might not be curtailed in his privileges and duties as an Apostle, and this was agreeable to Brother Merrill's own feelings, as expressed a short time ago. President Smith stated that he knew of no reason why Brother Merrill should not be released if he desired to be that he might labor in the duties of the Apostleship. After further discussion on this subject it was stated by President Snow that at the time Brother Merrill was appointed to preside over the Cache stake there were special
reasons for it, but he felt that those reasons did not now exist and therefore Elder Merrill ought to be released. President Cannon stated that it was the solemn duty on the part of the brethren to see that certain ideas as to doctrine and the rights and authority of the Priesthood were extirpated from the people of Cache stake, and that now was the time to choose strong, capable men to do this work. After further discussion it was decided to release Brother Merrill on motion of Brother John Henry Smith.
The motion of Elder Cowley was then put with the substitution of the name of Joseph Morrell instead of M[arriner]. W[ood]. Merrill as president of the middle stake of the proposed division, thus making Bishop Lewis president of the north stake, Joseph Morrell president of the middle stake and Bishop Charles G. Hyde president of the southern stake. The committee on division proposed that Logan, Greenville, Hyde Park, Benson and Providence be included in the middle stake; Millville, College, Hyrum, Paradise, Avon, Mount Sterling, Wellsville and Mendon in the southern stake and Smithfield, Richmond, Coveville, Lewiston, Trenton, Clarkston and Newton be included in the northern division. No names were proposed for these new stakes, the names used were merely for the purpose of designating the proposed divisions. ...
The question of disorganizing Eastdale settlement was considered. It appears that the people settled at this place under the protest of Silas S. and John Henry Smith, but feeling that they were compelled to go somewhere where they could be protected in their family relations, they decided to run the risk of obtaining sufficient water for irrigating purposes by making a reservoir; but after doing so they found themselves short of water. There is now a project contemplated for digging a canal, but the settlers are still in doubt, even after making the canal of being able to obtain the necessary water. Bishop Jenson, under these circumstances, felt himself in doubt as to whether the people should remain there or move to other settlements, and he had referred the matter to the Presidency.
After some talk on the subject, President Smith moved that the people of Eastdale settlement be left to take such action in relation to the matter of their removal or remaining, as they were in the better position to judge in the matter. The motion was carried.
A letter from President Collins R. Hakes, setting forth the fact that the people of Pine Ward of the Maricopa [Arizona] Stake would be broken up in their homes unless something was done to change the proposed boundary of what is called the Forest Reserve in Arizona. He desired that the Utah Congressmen be appealed to to see if something could not be done in this matter and together with Arizona's representative a change in the proposed boundary might be made. The matter was referred to Brother Reed Smoot for the purpose of communicating with the Utah Senators in Washington also the Representative.
A long communication to President Snow as General Superintendent of the M.I.A., signed by Joseph F. Smith, Heber J. Grant and B. H. Roberts was submitted. It asked that the sphere of the Improvement Era be enlarged by not confining it to Improvement
Societies alone, but that it be allowed to become an organ for instructing quorums of Priesthood as well.
President Snow remarked that he felt somewhat jealous of giving to any organization authority to instruct any of the quorums of the Priesthood, and being in doubt was his object in bringing it before the brethren.
President Smith stated that the Seventies of the First Council had themselves expressed a desire to use the columns of the Era by way of reaching the several quorums of Seventies.
President Cannon thought it was a matter that required time to consider, and being pressed for time now he suggested that it be deferred. This suggestion was acted upon and the matter postponed for the present. ... (2)
Endnotes:
1 - Jean Bickmore White (editor), Church, State, and Politics: The Diaries of John Henry Smith, Signature Books in association with Smith Research Associates, Salt Lake City, 1990, http://bit.ly/johnhenrysmith
2 - First Presidency and Quorum of the Twelve minutes
LDS History Chronology: Lorenzo Snow
Mormon History Timeline: the life of Lorenzo Snow
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[Apostle John Henry Smith Diary] Salt Lake City
At 2 p.m. a large company met at the Residence of Hon. Franklin S. Richards to the 80th birthday of Zina D. H. Smith and the 78th birthday of Jane S. Richards.
We had a nice Lunch. Speaches were made by Prests. Lorenzo Snow, Geo. Q. Cannon, Joseph F. Smith, Myself, John R. Winder, Zina D. H. Y. Smith, Jane S. Richards, Bathsheba W. Smith, Nathan Tanner, Sr. & Samuel W. Richards. Papers were read by Susie Y. Gates, Lula G. Richards and Mrs. L. F. Moench.
The Doxology was sung and Benediction was offered by Patriarch John Smith. It was a happy day and long to be remembered. (1)
-- Jan 31, 1901; Thursday
At 11 o'clock council meeting was held in the Temple. There were present: Presidents [Lorenzo] Snow, [George Q.] Cannon and [Joseph F.] Smith, also Elders Brigham Young [Jr.], Francis M. Lyman, John Henry Smith, George Teasdale, John W. Taylor, Anthon H. Lund, Matthias F. Cowley, Abraham O[wen]. Woodruff, Rudger Clawson and Reed Smoot. ...
A written report signed by Elders Brigham Young, M[arriner]. W[ood]. Merrill and M[atthias]. F. Cowley was read on the division of the Cache [Utah] Stake of Zion. The brethren recommended that the Stake be divided into three stakes. Elder Cowley stated that the suggested division on the lines proposed were the expressions of Brother Merrill which he had arrived at after duly considering the matter. Also the suggestions were made that Elders Joseph Morrell preside over the middle stake with headquarters at Logan; Elder Brigham A. Hendricks preside over the northern stake and that Bishop Charles G. Hyde preside over the southern stake. The reason for suggesting these brethren was that they would be the most likely to break down what is known as the [Moses] Thatcher influence in Cache valley.
President Cannon spoke of the recent visit to Lewiston [Idaho] by himself and President Smith and while there he was greatly impressed with the ability of Bishop Lewis and felt that he would be a suitable man for the position of President of that division. Elder John W. Taylor also expressed his view as being the same as President Cannon's. Elder Lyman stated that he was satisfied with the proposed division of the stake. President Cannon then moved that Cache stake be divided into three stakes as proposed along the lines recommended by the committee.
President Smith thought there was no immediate reason for making a change in the presidency of the center stake which at present is presided over by Elder Marriner W. Merrill. Elder Cowley moved that Elder Charles G. Hyde preside over the south stake, that W. H. Lewis preside over the north stake and that the center stake remain as it is for the present. Seconded by President Smith. Elder John Henry Smith thought it would be a proper thing to release Brother Merrill as a stake president that he might not be curtailed in his privileges and duties as an Apostle, and this was agreeable to Brother Merrill's own feelings, as expressed a short time ago. President Smith stated that he knew of no reason why Brother Merrill should not be released if he desired to be that he might labor in the duties of the Apostleship. After further discussion on this subject it was stated by President Snow that at the time Brother Merrill was appointed to preside over the Cache stake there were special
reasons for it, but he felt that those reasons did not now exist and therefore Elder Merrill ought to be released. President Cannon stated that it was the solemn duty on the part of the brethren to see that certain ideas as to doctrine and the rights and authority of the Priesthood were extirpated from the people of Cache stake, and that now was the time to choose strong, capable men to do this work. After further discussion it was decided to release Brother Merrill on motion of Brother John Henry Smith.
The motion of Elder Cowley was then put with the substitution of the name of Joseph Morrell instead of M[arriner]. W[ood]. Merrill as president of the middle stake of the proposed division, thus making Bishop Lewis president of the north stake, Joseph Morrell president of the middle stake and Bishop Charles G. Hyde president of the southern stake. The committee on division proposed that Logan, Greenville, Hyde Park, Benson and Providence be included in the middle stake; Millville, College, Hyrum, Paradise, Avon, Mount Sterling, Wellsville and Mendon in the southern stake and Smithfield, Richmond, Coveville, Lewiston, Trenton, Clarkston and Newton be included in the northern division. No names were proposed for these new stakes, the names used were merely for the purpose of designating the proposed divisions. ...
The question of disorganizing Eastdale settlement was considered. It appears that the people settled at this place under the protest of Silas S. and John Henry Smith, but feeling that they were compelled to go somewhere where they could be protected in their family relations, they decided to run the risk of obtaining sufficient water for irrigating purposes by making a reservoir; but after doing so they found themselves short of water. There is now a project contemplated for digging a canal, but the settlers are still in doubt, even after making the canal of being able to obtain the necessary water. Bishop Jenson, under these circumstances, felt himself in doubt as to whether the people should remain there or move to other settlements, and he had referred the matter to the Presidency.
After some talk on the subject, President Smith moved that the people of Eastdale settlement be left to take such action in relation to the matter of their removal or remaining, as they were in the better position to judge in the matter. The motion was carried.
A letter from President Collins R. Hakes, setting forth the fact that the people of Pine Ward of the Maricopa [Arizona] Stake would be broken up in their homes unless something was done to change the proposed boundary of what is called the Forest Reserve in Arizona. He desired that the Utah Congressmen be appealed to to see if something could not be done in this matter and together with Arizona's representative a change in the proposed boundary might be made. The matter was referred to Brother Reed Smoot for the purpose of communicating with the Utah Senators in Washington also the Representative.
A long communication to President Snow as General Superintendent of the M.I.A., signed by Joseph F. Smith, Heber J. Grant and B. H. Roberts was submitted. It asked that the sphere of the Improvement Era be enlarged by not confining it to Improvement
Societies alone, but that it be allowed to become an organ for instructing quorums of Priesthood as well.
President Snow remarked that he felt somewhat jealous of giving to any organization authority to instruct any of the quorums of the Priesthood, and being in doubt was his object in bringing it before the brethren.
President Smith stated that the Seventies of the First Council had themselves expressed a desire to use the columns of the Era by way of reaching the several quorums of Seventies.
President Cannon thought it was a matter that required time to consider, and being pressed for time now he suggested that it be deferred. This suggestion was acted upon and the matter postponed for the present. ... (2)
Endnotes:
1 - Jean Bickmore White (editor), Church, State, and Politics: The Diaries of John Henry Smith, Signature Books in association with Smith Research Associates, Salt Lake City, 1990, http://bit.ly/johnhenrysmith
2 - First Presidency and Quorum of the Twelve minutes
LDS History Chronology: Lorenzo Snow
Mormon History Timeline: the life of Lorenzo Snow
http://lds-church-history.blogspot.com/
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Lorenzo Snow, Jan 29, 1901; Tuesday
-- Jan 29, 1901; Tuesday
The Presidency were at the office. Elder Lewis Anderson, of Manti [Utah], called. He stated that Brother [John D. T.] McAllister, on a previous occasion, had asked that $300. be appropriated to defray expenses at the Manti Temple. President [Lorenzo] Snow promised to cover this amount by an order provided the Temple could not meet it.
At 12:30 this afternoon, President Snow invited all the Apostles in the city, the Presiding Bishopric and the church
attorneys to meet with the Presidency to consider the attack made upon him by the [Salt Lake] Tribune. The following brethren responded: Brigham Young [Jr.], John Henry Smith, Anthon H. Lund, Abraham O. Woodruff, Rudger Clawson, Reed Smoot and Bishops [William B.] Preston and [John R.] Winder, also Attorneys Franklin S. Richards and LeGrand Young and Elder Charles W. Penrose and Bishop Hiram B. Clawson.
After the reading of the different issues of the Salt Lake Tribune containing articles voicing the accusation, the attorneys were asked to express their legal views in regard to the method of procedure. They stated in effect, that without question the accusations formed sufficient grounds whereby President Snow could enter suit for libel against the Tribune. The question then arose involving the wisdom of proceedings of that kind emanating from the President of the Church, some of the brethren taking the view that it would not be proper. Elder Smoot stated that his feelings were that a better opportunity would never present itself in which to measure arms with the vile publication, as President Snow could certainly expect justice at the hands of the courts. After some consideration of the question, the attorneys suggested that in their opinion the better thing to do would be for Senator [Thomas] Kearns to enter suit against the Tribune as he was more nearly concerned, if possible, than was President Snow, and such a course would leave the President from carrying the brunt of the case, furthermore President Snow would still be at liberty to enter suit in his own behalf at a later date if he should feel it wisdom to do so. The attorneys also suggested that it would be proper for Senator Clark to take the same grounds and enter suit. This met the mind of Presidents Cannon and Smith and others of the brethren, and before the close of the meeting it was understood that President George Q. Cannon have an interview with Senator Kearns and explain to him the feelings of the brethren. Brother Francis M. Lyman came in to the office at the close of the meeting, having just arrived from Fillmore [Utah], and was informed of the action taken with which he heartily agreed.
Later in the day President Cannon had an interview with Senator Kearns and related to him what had taken place and the feelings of President Snow and his brethren in relation to the libelous attacks in the Tribune. Senator Kearns replied that he would soon meet with Mr. R. C. Kearns of Missouri and Senator Clark of Montana, and would make it his business to confer with them about this matter. He remarked that Mr. [Patrick H.] Lannan, owner of the Tribune would have to meet the charges. (1)
-- Jan 29, 1901
The Presidency were at the office. Elder Lewis Anderson, of Manti [Utah], called. He stated that Brother [John D. T.] McAllister, on a previous occasion, had asked that $300. be appropriated to defray expenses at the Manti Temple. President [Lorenzo] Snow promised to cover this amount by an order provided the Temple could not meet it. At 12:30 this afternoon, President Snow invited all the Apostles in the city, the Presiding Bishopric and the church attorneys to meet with the Presidency to consider the attack made upon him by the [Salt Lake] Tribune. The following brethren responded: Brigham Young [Jr.], John Henry Smith, Anthon H. Lund, Abraham O. Woodruff, Rudger Clawson, Reed Smoot and Bishops [William B.] Preston and [John R.] Winder, also Attorneys Franklin S. Richards and LeGrand Young and Elder Charles W. Penrose and Bishop Hiram B. Clawson. After the reading of the different issues of the Salt Lake Tribune containing articles voicing the accusation, the attorneys were asked to express their legal views in regard to the method of procedure. They stated in effect, that without question the accusations formed sufficient grounds whereby President Snow could enter suit for libel against the Tribune. The question then arose involving the wisdom of proceedings of that kind emanating from the President of the Church, some of the brethren taking the view that it would not be proper. Elder Smoot stated that his feelings were that a better opportunity would never present itself in which to measure arms with the vile publication, as President Snow could certainly expect justice at the hands of the courts. After some consideration of the question, the attorneys suggested that in their opinion the better thing to do would be for Senator [Thomas] Kearns to enter suit against the Tribune as he was more nearly concerned, if possible, than was President Snow, and such a course would leave the President from carrying the brunt of the case, furthermore President Snow would still be at liberty to enter suit in his own behalf at a later date if he should feel it wisdom to do so. The attorneys also suggested that it would be proper for Senator Clark to take the same grounds and enter suit. This met the mind of Presidents Cannon and Smith and others of the brethren, and before the close of the meeting it was understood that President George Q. Cannon have an interview with Senator Kearns and explain to him the feelings of the brethren. Brother Francis M. Lyman came in to the office at the close of the meeting, having just arrived from Fillmore [Utah], and was informed of the action taken with which he heartily agreed. Later in the day President Cannon had an interview with Senator Kearns and related to him what had taken place and the feelings of President Snow and his brethren in relation to the libelous attacks in the Tribune. Senator Kearns replied that he would soon meet with Mr. R. C. Kearns of Missouri and Senator Clark of Montana, and would make it his business to confer with them about this matter. He remarked that Mr. [Patrick H.] Lannan, owner of the Tribune would have to meet the charges. Attended ... a special meeting called by Pres[iden]t. [Lorenzo] Snow to consider the advisability of entering a libel suit againt the S[alt]. L[ake]. Tribune. (2)
Endnotes:
1 - First Presidency and Quorum of the Twelve minutes
2 - Journal History; Abraham Owen Woodruff, Diary; January 30, 1901
LDS History Chronology: Lorenzo Snow
Mormon History Timeline: the life of Lorenzo Snow
http://lds-church-history.blogspot.com/
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The Presidency were at the office. Elder Lewis Anderson, of Manti [Utah], called. He stated that Brother [John D. T.] McAllister, on a previous occasion, had asked that $300. be appropriated to defray expenses at the Manti Temple. President [Lorenzo] Snow promised to cover this amount by an order provided the Temple could not meet it.
At 12:30 this afternoon, President Snow invited all the Apostles in the city, the Presiding Bishopric and the church
attorneys to meet with the Presidency to consider the attack made upon him by the [Salt Lake] Tribune. The following brethren responded: Brigham Young [Jr.], John Henry Smith, Anthon H. Lund, Abraham O. Woodruff, Rudger Clawson, Reed Smoot and Bishops [William B.] Preston and [John R.] Winder, also Attorneys Franklin S. Richards and LeGrand Young and Elder Charles W. Penrose and Bishop Hiram B. Clawson.
After the reading of the different issues of the Salt Lake Tribune containing articles voicing the accusation, the attorneys were asked to express their legal views in regard to the method of procedure. They stated in effect, that without question the accusations formed sufficient grounds whereby President Snow could enter suit for libel against the Tribune. The question then arose involving the wisdom of proceedings of that kind emanating from the President of the Church, some of the brethren taking the view that it would not be proper. Elder Smoot stated that his feelings were that a better opportunity would never present itself in which to measure arms with the vile publication, as President Snow could certainly expect justice at the hands of the courts. After some consideration of the question, the attorneys suggested that in their opinion the better thing to do would be for Senator [Thomas] Kearns to enter suit against the Tribune as he was more nearly concerned, if possible, than was President Snow, and such a course would leave the President from carrying the brunt of the case, furthermore President Snow would still be at liberty to enter suit in his own behalf at a later date if he should feel it wisdom to do so. The attorneys also suggested that it would be proper for Senator Clark to take the same grounds and enter suit. This met the mind of Presidents Cannon and Smith and others of the brethren, and before the close of the meeting it was understood that President George Q. Cannon have an interview with Senator Kearns and explain to him the feelings of the brethren. Brother Francis M. Lyman came in to the office at the close of the meeting, having just arrived from Fillmore [Utah], and was informed of the action taken with which he heartily agreed.
Later in the day President Cannon had an interview with Senator Kearns and related to him what had taken place and the feelings of President Snow and his brethren in relation to the libelous attacks in the Tribune. Senator Kearns replied that he would soon meet with Mr. R. C. Kearns of Missouri and Senator Clark of Montana, and would make it his business to confer with them about this matter. He remarked that Mr. [Patrick H.] Lannan, owner of the Tribune would have to meet the charges. (1)
-- Jan 29, 1901
The Presidency were at the office. Elder Lewis Anderson, of Manti [Utah], called. He stated that Brother [John D. T.] McAllister, on a previous occasion, had asked that $300. be appropriated to defray expenses at the Manti Temple. President [Lorenzo] Snow promised to cover this amount by an order provided the Temple could not meet it. At 12:30 this afternoon, President Snow invited all the Apostles in the city, the Presiding Bishopric and the church attorneys to meet with the Presidency to consider the attack made upon him by the [Salt Lake] Tribune. The following brethren responded: Brigham Young [Jr.], John Henry Smith, Anthon H. Lund, Abraham O. Woodruff, Rudger Clawson, Reed Smoot and Bishops [William B.] Preston and [John R.] Winder, also Attorneys Franklin S. Richards and LeGrand Young and Elder Charles W. Penrose and Bishop Hiram B. Clawson. After the reading of the different issues of the Salt Lake Tribune containing articles voicing the accusation, the attorneys were asked to express their legal views in regard to the method of procedure. They stated in effect, that without question the accusations formed sufficient grounds whereby President Snow could enter suit for libel against the Tribune. The question then arose involving the wisdom of proceedings of that kind emanating from the President of the Church, some of the brethren taking the view that it would not be proper. Elder Smoot stated that his feelings were that a better opportunity would never present itself in which to measure arms with the vile publication, as President Snow could certainly expect justice at the hands of the courts. After some consideration of the question, the attorneys suggested that in their opinion the better thing to do would be for Senator [Thomas] Kearns to enter suit against the Tribune as he was more nearly concerned, if possible, than was President Snow, and such a course would leave the President from carrying the brunt of the case, furthermore President Snow would still be at liberty to enter suit in his own behalf at a later date if he should feel it wisdom to do so. The attorneys also suggested that it would be proper for Senator Clark to take the same grounds and enter suit. This met the mind of Presidents Cannon and Smith and others of the brethren, and before the close of the meeting it was understood that President George Q. Cannon have an interview with Senator Kearns and explain to him the feelings of the brethren. Brother Francis M. Lyman came in to the office at the close of the meeting, having just arrived from Fillmore [Utah], and was informed of the action taken with which he heartily agreed. Later in the day President Cannon had an interview with Senator Kearns and related to him what had taken place and the feelings of President Snow and his brethren in relation to the libelous attacks in the Tribune. Senator Kearns replied that he would soon meet with Mr. R. C. Kearns of Missouri and Senator Clark of Montana, and would make it his business to confer with them about this matter. He remarked that Mr. [Patrick H.] Lannan, owner of the Tribune would have to meet the charges. Attended ... a special meeting called by Pres[iden]t. [Lorenzo] Snow to consider the advisability of entering a libel suit againt the S[alt]. L[ake]. Tribune. (2)
Endnotes:
1 - First Presidency and Quorum of the Twelve minutes
2 - Journal History; Abraham Owen Woodruff, Diary; January 30, 1901
LDS History Chronology: Lorenzo Snow
Mormon History Timeline: the life of Lorenzo Snow
http://lds-church-history.blogspot.com/
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