Mormon History, 25 [Dec 1844]

-- 25 [Dec 1844]
[Brigham Young Journal] Went to Brs. J. W. Coolidge (1)

-- Dec 25, 1844
[Lucy Mack Smith] W. W. Phelps reports that Lucy, to whom he read William's letter, "cried for joy" and "blessed" him in the name of the Lord. (2)

[Nauvoo Neighbor] - Letter: Correspondence between William Smith and W.W. Phelps" -- William Smith & W.W. Phelps -- Smith asks Phelps for the current conditions in Nauvoo without Joseph, and Phelps replies.

- Ordinances: "Proceedings of the City Council" -- Daniel Spencer -- Describes the actions taken by the City Council in their most recent session.

- Ordinances: "An Ordinance Incorporating the Seventies Library and InstituteÂ…" -- Daniel Spencer -- Gives the Seventies an organizational power that includes the power to sue, and sets guidelines for their incorporation.

- Ordinances: "Â…Amend an Ordinance to Erect a Dam in the Mississippi RiverÂ…" -- Daniel Spencer -- Gives the new government power to continue construction of the dam laid out in the earlier ordinance.

- Ordinances: "An Ordinance to Locate an Alley on Block Sixty-Nine and OtherÂ…" -- Daniel Spencer -- Sets aside land for alleys in the city.

- Announcement: Deaths -- W.D. Huntington -- Naw-wen Tena (55, Lung Fever), Dilizabeth Sprague (1, Canker), Maria Murnham (1, Fever).

- Announcement: Deserting Wife -- Joseph Code -- Announces the abandonment of Lydia Code.

- Announcement: Deserting Wife -- James Gilmour -- Announces the abandonment of Bridget Gilmour. (3)

-- Dec 25, 1844. Wednesday.
[William Clayton Journal] ...Afterwards I went with the Band to [Joseph] Collidges. We had a very pleasant interview. President Young, H. C. Kimball, G. A. Smith, A. Lyman, and John Taylor and their Ladies were all there. After we got through playing President Young read some remarks expressive of his good feelings and love for the brethren. His remarks were very profitable. He said the Lord would never suffer us to overcome enemies while we cherish feelings of revenge. When we prevail over our enemies it must be from a sense of duty and not of revenge. (4)

-- Dec 26, 1844
[Brigham Young Sermon] Dedication of the Seventies Hall: The dedication prayer by President Brigham Young was in substance as follows:

Thou God who dwellest in the midst of thine own kingdoms, and doeth thy pleasure in the midst of the same. We realize that we are thy children, although we have long wandered from thee. Yet we feel that it is thy good pleasure to bless us, when we come unto thee with hearts of humility. Therefore we desire to present ourselves before thee as dutiful children to an earthly parent, knowing that we are thine and ask thee for those things we need. We feel, our Father, that we are in a world of darkness, and trouble, and death, where we cannot behold thy glory; yet we come unto thee in the name of Jesus Christ, thy Son, and ask thee to forgive our sins and past offenses. Fill us with thy Spirit, and accept our praise, while we dedicate ourselves unto thee, and as we have approximated to behold this beautiful morning, the day in which begins a new year, do thou, our heavenly Father, look down in compassion upon us, the creatures of thy care and protection, who dwell upon thy foots
tool. Increase our knowledge, wisdom, and understanding, that we, thy servants, may be enabled to administer salvation to thy people, even as thou hast committed a dispensation of the same unto us; and while we call on thy name we desire union in thy presence, our Father, to dedicate unto thee this hall, the ground upon which it stands, and all things that appertain unto it. We ask thee to let thy blessing rest upon thy servant Edward Hunter, our beloved brother, who has donated to us the ground upon which this sacred edifice has been erected. We pray thee to enrich him and his family, not only with the good things of this world, but with the riches of eternity also. We ask thee, our Father, to accept the dedication of our hearts this morning, and may we feel the prelude of that power and authority with which thy servants shall be clothed, when they shall go forth and open the door of salvation to the nations and kingdoms of the earth; even thy servants, the seventies, upon
whom the burden of thy kingdom does rest, and to whom the keys of the same shall be committed from time to time. We now dedicate this hall unto thee, our Father, and ask thee in the name of thy Son Jesus Christ, to sanctify it and make it holy, and may no foul spirit be suffered to enter it, but may it be filled with thy Spirit that it may be called the gate of heaven, and may all who enter within its doors be made to feel thy love and power. We ask thee to pour out thy Spirit upon the Presidency of the Seventies; wilt thou endow them with knowledge and understanding that they may be enabled to instruct thy servants over whom they are called to preside; and do thou let the same blessings flow freely upon each quorum, that all thy servants may be filled with thy Spirit, and become mighty men before thee that they may go forth and gather the pure in heart, Zion redeemed and Jerusalem rebuilt. Help us O Lord to separate ourselves from all iniquity, that evildoers may not exist
in our midst, but may this people become a holy people, peculiar to thyself, to show forth thy praise in all the world. Our Father in heaven, we humbly beseech thee to shield and protect us in this city; provide for and sustain us by thy power, that we may be enabled to accomplish the work which thou hast commanded us to do. Assist us to build the Temple and Nauvoo House; that the truth and light of the everlasting gospel may shine forth from this place, to the honor, praise and glory of thy name. Regard in mercy the Quorum of the Twelve, at whom the arrows of the destroyer are directed. Preserve them O Lord, by thine own omnipotent power, that they may stand in holy places and be enabled to disseminate the knowledge of thy kingdom to the inhabitants of the earth; wilt thou sustain us, our Father, that we may perform and accomplish the mighty work whereunto we are called.

We feel to lament and mourn the loss of our beloved brothers, Joseph and Hyrum, the Prophet and Patriarch, whom thou hast suffered to be martyred for the testimony of the truth; but we thank thee our Father, that although they have been taken from us for the present, yet that same spirit which animated their bosoms, the fruits of which is peace and charity, still remains amongst thy people. We now commit ourselves into thy care, and ask thee to guide and control us by the council of heaven, through all the shifting and various scenes of mortality, that the numbers of our days may be filled up in usefulness, and we be prepared for that exalted station and rest that remains for the people of God, and the honor, praise, and glory of our salvation, we will ascribe unto thee; for thine is the kingdom, power and glory, worlds without end: Amen. [Nauvoo, Illinois - HC 7:332-333; T&S 6:794-795] (5)

Footnotes:
1 - Brigham Young Journal # 4 in the handwriting of: William Clayton, Evan Greene, John D. Lee, Willard Richards. First person account kept by others. 'Lieut. Genl Brigham Young's Journal 1844'
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
3 - http://boap.org/LDS/Nauvoo-Neighbor
4 - George D. Smith, An Intimate Chronicle; The Journals of William Clayton, Signature Books in association with Smith Research Associates, Salt Lake City, 1995, http://amzn.to/william-clayton
5 - Elden J. Watson, ed. Brigham Young Addresses, 1801-1877: A Chronological Compilation of Known Addresses of the Prophet Brigham Young, 6 vols. (Salt Lake City: Privately published, 1971)

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Mormon History, Dec 21, 1844

-- Dec 21, 1844
[High Council Minutes]

The High Council of the Church of Jesus Christ of Latter Day Saints met in Council in the Seventie's Hall at the hour appointed and opened by prayer from councellor Newell [K]Night.

Councellors Present

Samuel Bent [illegible] Allred

Lewis D. Wilson [illegible] Buzzard in place of

David Fulmer Alpheus Cutler

Thomas Grover George W. Harris

Newel Knight Aaron Johnson

Pheneas Richards, for E. T. Benson William Huntington

H. G. Sherwood

Presidents Orson Hyde, and Chas C. Rich, [illegible] with President S. Bent, in presiding over the Council.

The case before the council, was an appeal from the branch of the church in Nashville I.T. of Wm R. Orton vs. Samuel P. Hoyt. Charge prefered, was, unchristian like conduct in refusing to pay a just demand. Voted that two on a side shall speak upon the [illegible] (viz.) Lewis D. Wilson & David Fulmer, Councellors for Plaintiff

Geo. W. Harris & P.H. Bluzzard, Councellor for Defendant.

The Charge was not sustained on the grounds that Elder Hoyt had not been fully empowered to settle demands against the estate of one Mr Wright deceased, said demand being against that estate, some portion of which was loged in the hands of Brother Hoyt.

Moved by Prest O. Hyde, seconded by Brother T. Grover and carried by a unanimous vote, that Brother S.P. Hoyt, shall loan $11.25 cents to Brother Wm R. Orton without interest, untill he shall receive legal authority to settle demands against said Estate.

Prest O. Hyde asked Elder Hoyt, if he would covenant to the Council, to pay the demand of brother Orton's (it being [illegible].25) to him (Orton) as soon as empowered so to do? to which he recently covenanted.

Voted unanimously, that Elder Saml P. Hoyt be restored to the fellowship of the church, also Voted to adjourn to the dwelling house of H. G. Sherwood, to meet on Saturday next at [illegible] o'clock P.M.

C.C. Pendleton Clerk. (1)

-- Dec 22, 1844
Sunday prayer circle meeting; first ordinance meeting of Anointed Quorum ("the first quorum") under the Twelve's leadership. Ruth Moon (Clayton), Sarah M. Bates (Pratt, Bennett, Pratt), and Mary A. Frost (Stearns Pratt) were voted in as members of the quorum but not actually endowed. Mary L. Tanner (Lyman) received her anointing and endowment . (2)

[Joseph Smith] Young reconvenes the Quorum of the Anointed which begins initiating new members into the endowment ceremony. (3)

-- Dec 22, 1844, Sunday
[William Clayton Writings] Met with the brethren of the first quorum to pray & counsel. My wife and O. Pratts wife, P.P. Pratts wife and A. Lymans wife was voted in we have to use the greatest care and caution & dare not let it be known that we meet (4)

[William Clayton Writings] Tuesday 24th. ... Evening I went to converse with brother Farr concerning D. He and sister Farr feels well towards me and are quite willing to give me what I ask. He wishes to converse with brother Kimball and D. before he decides. Thus has my prayer been answered to the full, and my heart is full of joy and gratitude to God for his mercies to me and my house. If my heart was as pure as I desire it should be, no sin nor evil would ever be found there but I am subject to vanity (4)

-- 23 [Dec 1844]
[Brigham Young Journal] Went to Bro C. H. Nell's (5)

-- Dec 23, 1844
William E Mclellin: Wrote letter 23 Dec. 1844 urging William Law 's other followers to unite with Sidney Rigdon 's Church of Jesus Christ (6)

-- 24 [Dec 1844]
[Brigham Young Journal] Went to Bro J. H. Hale (5)

-- Dec 24, 1844. Tuesday.
[William Clayton Journal] ...Evening I went to converse with Brother [Winslow] Farr concerning D[iantha]. He and Sister Farr feels well towards me and are quite willing to give me what I ask. He wishes to converse with Brother Kimball and D[iantha] before he decides. Thus has my prayer been answered to the full, and my heart is full of joy and gratitude to God for his mercies to me and my house. If my heart was as pure as I desire it should be, no sin nor evil would ever be found there but I am subject to vanity. (7)

Footnotes:
1 - Minutes of the High Council of the Church of Jesus Christ of Nauvoo Illinois: Nauvoo Hancock County Illinois, http://amzn.to/newmormonstudies
2 - Quinn, D. Michael, The Mormon Hierarchy: Origins of Power, Signature Books, 1994, Appendex: Meetings and Initiations of the Anointed Quorum, 1842-45, http://amzn.to/origins-power
3 - Quinn, D. Michael, The Mormon Hierarchy: Origins of Power, Appendix 7: Selected Chronology of the Church of Jesus Christ of Latter-day Saints, 1830-47, http://amzn.to/origins-power
4 - Fillerup, Robert C., compiler; William Clayton Nauvoo Diaries and Personal Writings, A chronological compilation of the personal writings of William Clayton while he was a resident of Nauvoo, Illinois. http://www.boap.org/LDS/Early-Saints/clayton-diaries
5 - Brigham Young Journal # 4 in the handwriting of: William Clayton, Evan Greene, John D. Lee, Willard Richards. First person account kept by others. 'Lieut. Genl Brigham Young's Journal 1844'
6 - Quinn, D. Michael, The Mormon Hierarchy: Origins of Power, Appendix 6, Biographical Sketches of General Officers of the Church of Jesus Christ of Latter-day Saints, 1830-47, http://amzn.to/origins-power
7 - George D. Smith, An Intimate Chronicle; The Journals of William Clayton, Signature Books in association with Smith Research Associates, Salt Lake City, 1995, http://amzn.to/william-clayton

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Mormon History, Dec. 14th 1844

-- Dec. 14th 1844
[High Council Minutes]

The High Council of the Church of Jesus Christ of Latter-Day Saints met in the Seventie's Hall according to adjournment, and opened by prayer from Brother Aaron Johnson. After mutual conversation upon principles of salvation, Voted that all the decisions of this council, be made with uplifted hands.

Voted to adjourn till next Saturday at one o'clock P.M.

C. C. Pendelton Clerk

Councellors Present

Saml Bent Jas. Allred

Lewis D. Willson Geo. W. Harris

David Fulmer Aarron Johnson

Thos Grover Wm Huntington

Phineas Richards in place of E.T. Benson H.G. Sherwood

Chas C. Rich Presiding in concert with Pres Bent. Voted to adjourn till next Saturday at one o'clock P.M.

C.C. Pendelton Clk (1)

-- 15 [Dec 1844]
[Brigham Young Journal] Preached in the Masonic hall in the forenoon then went up to the house of Elder P. P. Pratt (2)

-- 16 [Dec 1844]
[Brigham Young Journal] Went to Bro H. C. Kimballs -a and from thence to the Trustees in trust (2)

-- Dec 16, 1844
[Nauvoo Temple] A few days previous to this date the Twelve and the Trustees decided to employ fifteen carpenters to prepare timbers during the winter months, so that they could begin to work inside the building, as soon as the temple walls were completed. A carpentry shop was erected on the south side of the lower story of the temple walls on 14 Jan 1844, and on this day the men started to work. (3)

-- Dec 16, 1844, Monday
[William Clayton Writings] In the early part of December the trustees and Twelve held a council to talk on the propriety of employing a suitable number of carpenters this Winter to prepare the timber works for the temple, so as to have it all ready when the stone work is finished. It was decided to employ fifteen persons as steady carpenters; and the architect was authorized to select such men as he may have confidence in--men who are well qualified to do the work that is wanted.

It was also concluded to fix up a shop in the temple for the carpenters to work in. Accordingly the south side of the lower story of the temple was weather-boarded around. A very good shop was made by this means, which was completed on the following Saturday; and on Monday, the 16th, the men selected went to work in their new shop. Their names are as follows:

Truman O. Angell, William Felshaw, William F. Cahoon, Joseph T. Schofield, Samule Rolfe, Zimri H. Baxter, Adison Everett, John Stiles, Hugh Riding, Miles Romney, Jabez Durfee, Stephen Longstrogh, Benjamine Rolfe, Nicholas T. Silcock and William Carmichael. Hiram Mace, Wandel Mace and Gideon Gibbs were appointed to attend the saw-mill and Daniel Avery to turn grindstone for the carpenters, keep the shop clean and take care of strangers who might visit the building. (4)

-- 17 [Dec 1844]
[Brigham Young Journal] The Twelve in council assembled along with some others at the office of Prest B. Young --

In the Evening went to see Bro Willard Richards (2)

-- Dec 17, 1844
[Apostle Wilford Woodruff Journal] 17th We had a stormy disagreeable day. A number of us was feeble especially sister Clark was sinking. Had kept but little on her stomach since she had been on board. We united in Prayer in her behalf. All lade hands upon her & rebuked her complaint & she began to amend from that hour. (5)

-- 18 [Dec 1844]
[Brigham Young Journal] Went out hunting (2)

-- Dec 18, 1844
[Nauvoo Neighbor] - Letter to the Editor: "Reflections on Sidney Rigdon's Paper" -- Orson Hyde -- Refutes Rigdon's position, and attempts to remind him of his previous statements and feelings.

- Story: "Trades Meeting" - Description of the Meeting -- Phineas Richards -- Describes the recently held Trade's Meeting.

- Letter to the Editor: "Reminder" - Pay Your Taxes -- Orson Hyde -- Reminds the Saints of their duty to pay their State and County Taxes.

- Announcement: Deaths -- W.D. Huntington -- James Casam (30, Ague and Fever), Elizabeth Carter (23, Black Canker).

- Announcement: Deserting Wife -- George Beebee -- Describes the abandonment of his wife, Martha Beebee. (6)

-- 19 [Dec 1844]
[Brigham Young Journal] Went to the Trustees -- (2)

-- Dec 19, 1844. Thursday.
[William Clayton Journal] ...Read 2 letters from Elder Woodruff to President Young concerning W[illia]m Smith and G[eorge] J. Adams showing that they are in opposition to the Twelve and have collected money in the east for the Temple and have used it. There are warrants out for them in N[ew] York and Boston and all seems confusion and sorrow wherever they go. (7)

Footnotes:
1 - Minutes of the High Council of the Church of Jesus Christ of Nauvoo Illinois: Nauvoo Hancock County Illinois, http://amzn.to/newmormonstudies
2 - Brigham Young Journal # 4 in the handwriting of: William Clayton, Evan Greene, John D. Lee, Willard Richards. First person account kept by others. 'Lieut. Genl Brigham Young's Journal 1844'
3 - Brown, Lisle (compiler), Chronology of the Construction, Destruction and Reconstruction of the Nauvoo Temple
4 - Fillerup, Robert C., compiler; William Clayton Nauvoo Diaries and Personal Writings, A chronological compilation of the personal writings of William Clayton while he was a resident of Nauvoo, Illinois. http://www.boap.org/LDS/Early-Saints/clayton-diaries
5 - Wilford Woodruff's Journal: 1833-1898 Typescript, Volumes 1-9, Edited by Scott G. Kenney, Signature Books 1993, http://amzn.to/newmormonstudies
6 - http://boap.org/LDS/Nauvoo-Neighbor
7 - George D. Smith, An Intimate Chronicle; The Journals of William Clayton, Signature Books in association with Smith Research Associates, Salt Lake City, 1995, http://amzn.to/william-clayton

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Mormon History, Dec 11 [1844]

-- Dec 11 [1844]
[Brigham Young Journal] At home sick (1)

-- Dec 11, 1844
[Apostle Wilford Woodruff Journal] 11th Wednesday Wind changed to the east. Commenced blowing a gale. It was head wind. We were drove under bare poles through the day & evening. It made us all dreadful sick. The sea was vary rough & piled up like hills. The gale increased untill about 9 oclock in the evening it appeared as though it must tear the yards from the mast. We kneeled before the Lord & Prayed unitedly that the Lord would cause the gale to seease & the wind to change that we might go forward & not backward & in a little time after the wind instantly seeased & finally changed into the South West which gave us fair wind. (2)

[Nauvoo Neighbor] - Reprinted Story: "Meeting of the Mormons Last Thursday" -- The New York Herald -- Describes a speech given by Elder Winchester, a Rigdonite, to a small number of Nauvoo Saints. (3)

-- 12 [Dec 1844]
[Brigham Young Journal] Do held council in the west room with Elders O. Hyde Amasa Lyman, Geo. A. Smith & John Taylor, and in the evening went upon the hill to Sister Greens. (1)

-- 13 [Dec 1844]
[Brigham Young Journal] Went away in company with Elder H. C. Kimball visited Bro. W. Richards and the Trustees in trust for the Church of Jesus Christ of L.D.S.-- (1)

-- Dec 13, 1844
Orson Pratt: Sealed to Adelia Ann Bishop 13 December 1844. Six children: Lucy Adelia, Elzina, Lorum, Lorus, Eltha, and Orthena. (4)

-- Dec. 14. 1844
Dec. 14. 1844 20 min past 10 Regular Session

Names of Members called - a Quorum present. Prayer by Brigham Young.

Councillor Orson Hyde read a letter from to the Representative - A. Babbit. in answer to his letter. Ald. Orson Spencer spoke on the behalf of retaining our present Charter and not to give up a good Charter because others whine - the Legislature gave us a Charter to make any law not repugnant to the Constitution - and we ought to keep it.

Co. Taylor said we have not transgressed any law - we have done no wrong - if we had, there is a tribunal to bring us before - let us hang on to the Charter - if they take away our rights they shall have the glory of it - and shew to the world that there is no faith in the Legislature

Co. G. A. Smith has similar feelings. I never would consent to let it be altered in the least. the Habeas Corpus has saved Joseph - and we may want it to save ourselves - if one Charter cannot be defended - another cannot - if they do repeal it - let it be to their own disgrace - - the letter be dispensed with -

Motioned and carried that the ordinance relating to Swine passed last Session be stricken out

Letter from Recorder Willard Richards read and accepted

Moved and seconded that Mr. <Thomas> Bullock be our Clerk for the time being

Mr Bullock was sworn in as Deputy Recorder of the city of Nauvoo

Moved and seconded that the alteration in Marr & Rollasons bills be made as reduced.

Moved and seconded that the bill of J. P. Green be referred to the Committee of claims

do do that Ald Orson Spencer be added to the Committee on claims for the time being

do do that the Petition of Stephen Markham and two others for opening a Street across Block 69 be made by an ordinance passed "Ordinance to locate an Alley on Block 69 and other Alleys or Lanes" Ordinance incorporating the Seventies Library and Institute Association" read 1st. time 2nd. time by Title - 3rd time. -

Co. Orson Pratt spoke on the subject - Co. Taylor followed shewing that as the State gave us powers as large as the State - we have power to give same to this Institute -

Co. Heber C. Kimball considers that we have power to give to this Institute as far as right is given to us - let us give right one to another - shall we curtail ourselves because the Legislature wants to curtail us -

Co. Phelps. said the Charter includes a grant to a College which goes further than this - we have power to legislate for the benefit & convenience of this City - if we pass a law for the enlightning of the human family - We do not go against any law - and especially the Constitution of the U. States - or of this State. this bill is for the diffusion of Useful knowledge throughout all the world - Intelligence is the life of liberty - every exertion shall be made to find out Intelligence - we shew good; that there is no evil in the thing -

Ald. Wells there is no limit given to the power of the Charter - I am in favor of the diffusion of Knowledge -

Ald: Orson Spencer differed from Ald: Wells in the power of the Charter. we have passed an Act to record our Deeds here instead of going 18 miles - it is for our convenience - and he went into his views of the power of the Charter. but I think the Charter now before us is too liberal and I may vote against it.

Ald. Harris had leave to withdraw to go to the High Council

Co. Taylor shewed the illiberality of the people of Illinois towards us, since the Charter was given us - and no man can shew that he has been injured by this City Council

Co. Brigham Young asked who was going to be injured by granting this Charter and spoke his feelings on the subject -

Co. G. A. Smith said we want this Council to grant us the Charter. the University has been a failure - if the Council can make an University - it can make a Library

Co. Phelps spoke. - Taylor spoke. Orson Pratt read the Sec. of the Charter relating to the University - and shewed that it came within the jurisdiction of this Council -

Passed No. Ald. Wells.

Co. Brigham Young wants it to be recorded that Ald. Wells voted against it - "because the City Council has no authority to grant it."

Ald Wells replied

Satisfied by the Title Adjourned for one hour

Dec. 14. 1844

Meeting opened pursuant to adjournment

Petition of Samuel Bent and 21 others for permission to Newel Knight to make a dam in the Mississippi

Co. Taylor rose to object to the petition and to shew that an ordinance had been granted to the late Joseph Smith for the purpose - and took a review of the whole - and shewed that to grant this petition would be out of place -

Co. Phelps stated that the Ordinance to Joseph Smith was drawn up, and suited Joseph Smith and read the same -

Mayor said this Council has no right to operate - for it is already transferred to the Successors of Joseph Smith

Petition lie on the table

Petition of Benjn. Warrington & 4 others to open St. East of Speers St. from Parley to Young Granted

Bill of A. Ripley $5.00 for surveying Speers St. referred to the Committee on claims - they reported nothing to do with it

Bill of J. K. Hale 48.25 for surveying & assessing do do report allowed

Bill of Grubb & Ritchie 57.81 for Liquor &c to Nauvoo Legion be referred to Col Dunham & Rich

Bill Hiram Kimball 40.80 for Salted Beef be refd. to the committee on claims (bill allowed for 30.60.)

Moved and seconded that the Trustees in Trust be indemnified in their claims on the City Carried

Moved and seconded that the Treasurer audit the accts. presented to him by the Trustees in Trust and give them receipts for the same Carried

Bill concerning Swine read 1st. time 2nd time laid on the table

An Ordinance to amend an Ordinance passed Decr. 8. 1843. passed.

Motioned and seconded that the Committee on Public Grounds have further time allowed to report on the burying ground also in connection with the Old Burying Ground and be instructed to find out the boundary of the old burying ground and to make same decent by fencing it out - Carried

Motioned and seconded that the Mayor fill up Vacancies of Trustees & Registrar in Nauvoo University Mayor appointed Mr. John Taylor Registrar Trustees Regents Daniel H. Wells, N. K. Whitney, William Marks Geo Miller, Brigham Young Amasa Lyman, John T. Barnett, Charles C Rich, Heber C. Kimball, <Prof> Orson Pratt - Orson Hyde, Willard Richards, Daniel Spencer, Gustavus Hills, George A. Smith Jonathan H. Hale, Reynolds Cahoon, Parley P. Pratt, Jonathan C. Wright, Phinehas Richards, Edward Hunter, Franklin Richards, & James M. Monroe -

Moved and seconded that the Treasurer give orders to the Councillors to the amount of their taxes dues Carried Council adjourn till next regular Session

the municipal Court is the proper place for the persons to appeal to- Co. Spencer read the report of the Committee

adjourned for one hour

5 P. M.

Council met pursuant to the adjournment - when the Preamble and Resolutions were again read

A Resolution was discussed respecting Warsaw Signal and other papers, by Cos. Taylor, Phelps and Young -

Co. Young moved that the Com report of the Committee be accepted - & carried

Co. Young moved that Ald: Orson Spencer <& Dr. Richards> be requested to draw out Resolutions for the people

Adjourned until next regular session. (5)

Footnotes:
1 - Brigham Young Journal # 4 in the handwriting of: William Clayton, Evan Greene, John D. Lee, Willard Richards. First person account kept by others. 'Lieut. Genl Brigham Young's Journal 1844'
2 - Wilford Woodruff's Journal: 1833-1898 Typescript, Volumes 1-9, Edited by Scott G. Kenney, Signature Books 1993, http://amzn.to/newmormonstudies
3 - http://boap.org/LDS/Nauvoo-Neighbor
4 - Cook, Lyndon W., The Revelations of the Prophet Joseph Smith: A Historical and Biographical Commentary of the Doctrine and Covenants, Seventy's Mission Bookstore, Provo UT, 1985, http://amzn.to/RevelationsofJosephSmith
5 - Nauvoo City Council Rough Book

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Mormon History, Dec 6, 1844

-- Dec 6, 1844
[Nauvoo Temple] The last of the capital sunstones were placed on the temple walls. There were problems in raising the stone, causing a delay of an hour and a half, when it was finally placed at 10:30 a.m., which closed the construction season for 1844. The last stone had been cut by Harvey Stanley. Twelve of the capitals were still lacking their trumpet stones, which would not be placed until the following spring. The Saints viewed the late arrival of winter as divine assistance in their labors; the season's first snow storm commenced just two hours after the last sunstone was placed. By morning there was four inches of snow on the ground. (1)

-- Dec 6, 1844, Wednesday
[William Clayton Writings] The workmen continued raising the capitals until December, when, on the 6th of that month, the last one was safely deposited in its place; which was a source of great joy to the Saints. Many fears had been entertained that Brother Player would not be able to finish them before Winter set in, but it seemed as though the Lord held up the weather until this important piece of work was accomplished. About two hours after the capital was set it commenced snowing very briskly, and at night the ground was covered about four inches, and it froze very keenly.

There were then twelve of the capitals without the trumpet stones; and they remained in this state until the following Spring.

The cost of each of the capitals was about $300. The first and last of the capitals were cut by Charles Lambert and Harvey Stanley.

I will further say that when the hands were raising the last capital, and had got it about half-way up, one of the block shives in the tacklw broke an rendered it impossible in the situation to either raise or lower the stone. This circumstance presented a great difficulty, but after some consultation the hands fastened the rope below the tackle, so that it could not slip, and left the stone suspended while they took down the blocks, put in a new shive and fixed the blocks again.

The stone was then raised without further difficulty, and was set precisely at twenty minutes before one o'clock. This was the heaviest stone among the whole number. (2)

-- Dec 7, 1844
[High Council Minutes]

The High Council of the Church of Jesus Christ of Latter Day Saints met in the Seventie's Hall as one o'clock P.M. pursuant to adjournment and opened by prayer from Elder George W. Harris.

Counsellors Present

Samuel Bent James Allred.

Lewis D. Wilson Alpheus Cutler

David Fulmer George W. Harris

Thomas Grover Aaron Johnson

Newel Knight William Huntington

Phineas Richards, in place of Ezra T. Benson Henry G. Sherwood

Also present, of First Presidency, George A. Smith, and Amasa Lyman.

The minutes of the previous meeting were read and approved.

President Bent arose and stated to the Council that during the present week he had presented a written article from the "Twelve," to Elder Wm Marks, to sign, thereby confirming to them his declarations on last Saturday before the Councillors to acknowledge and uphold the Twelve and all the Quorums of the Church of Jesus Christ in in its present organization, and thereby show to all, his renunciation of Sidney Rigdon and his claims; but his full belief in he would not sign it. He then returned the paper to Prest Orson Hyde who struck off, or drew up an other article leaving out the most objectionable clause to him; (viz the acknowledgeing the authority of the Twelve,) and again presented it to Elder Marks but he utterly refused to sign it, and said he would sign no paper and did not want his name to go abroad.

Pres. A Lyman then remarked, that as Elder Marks had been sustained in fellowship by [the] High Council by his acknowledgements; the Twelve also wished to be satisfied of his present feelings; and thought it proper to write a manifesto to present to Elder Marks to sign, that he might show or acknowledge that he had been deceived by by Sidney Rigdon, and that in so doing his name and influence abroad should not be used against this Church.

Prest Geo. A Smith confirmed Elder Lyman's statements, and said that as Elder Marks had had more influence aborad than Elder Rigdon and his name was used to the injury of this Church; they wished his acknowledgements to uphold the Twelve and all the authorities of this Church in its present organization, and his renunciation of S. Rigdon, to be published, that his name might cease to wield an influence against us. After much deliberation, Unanimously Voted that Elder Marks be cited for trial before this Council, in the Seventie's Hall on Mon. the 9th inst at ten o'clock AM. for refusing to comply with the Covenant made by him to said Council on last Saturday, viz to sustain the Twelve and all the Quorums of the Church; and also Voted that his wife be notified to attend with him, said inteligince to be given by the clerk.

Voted that Sister Hannah Ells be notified by the clerk to attend the Council at the time and place above specified, as evidence in the case for trial witness in matters to come before the Council.

Voted to adjourn till Monday next at ten o'clock A.M. to meet in the Seventie's Hall,

C.C. Pendleton Clk (3)

-- Dec. 9th 1844
[High Council Minutes]

The High Council of the Church of Jesus Christ of Latter Day Saints met in the Seventie's Hall pursuant to adjournment, and opened, by prayer from Brother Thos Grover.

Presidents Orson Hyde, John Smith & Chas C. Rich sat with the council.

Councellors Present.

Saml Bent Jas. Allred

Lewis D. Wilson Alpheus Cutler

David Fulmer Geo. W. Harris

Thos Grover Aaron Johnson

Newel Knight Wm Huntington

Phineas Richards in place of E. T. Benson H. G. Sherwood

1stly Voted by the Council that Elder Samuel C. Brown deliver up his licence, which he refused to do.

2dly Voted that the said Saml C. Brown be cut off from the Church of Jesus Christ of Latter-Day Saints, and for refusing to comply with the requitions of said Council, and notice of the same be given in the "Times and Seasons."

Elder Wm Marks was present, who after some consultation, signed the following article from the Twelve.

After mature and candid deliberation, I am fully and satisfactorily convinced that Mr Sidney Rigdon's claim to the presidency of the church of Jesus Christ of Latter-Day Saints are not founded in truth. I have been deceived by his specious pretences, and now feel to warn every one over whom I may have any influence to beware of him and his pretended visions and revelations. The Twelve are the proper authorities persons to lead the church.*

Nauvoo Dec. 9th 1844. William Marks

Council voted to adjourn till next Saturday at one o'clock P.M.

C.C. Pendleton Clk

*Note This clause acknowledgeing the authority of the "Twelve," was a voluntary addition of Elder Marks.

C.C.P. (3)

Footnotes:
1 - Brown, Lisle (compiler), Chronology of the Construction, Destruction and Reconstruction of the Nauvoo Temple
2 - Fillerup, Robert C., compiler; William Clayton Nauvoo Diaries and Personal Writings, A chronological compilation of the personal writings of William Clayton while he was a resident of Nauvoo, Illinois. http://www.boap.org/LDS/Early-Saints/clayton-diaries
3 - Minutes of the High Council of the Church of Jesus Christ of Nauvoo Illinois: Nauvoo Hancock County Illinois, http://amzn.to/newmormonstudies

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Mormon History, Nov 1844

-- During Nov 1844
[African American History] Apostle Wilford Woodruff visits Lowell, MA and observes that "a Coloured Brother who was an Elder" (presumably Walker Lewis) was present and raised his hand in support of the leaders of the Church. No remark about the existence of a Black Elder being contrary to doctrine or practice. (1)

-- During Nov. 1844
John C Bennett: Agent for George Hinkle's Church of Jesus Christ, The Bride the Lamb's Wife periodical Nov. 1844 (2)

-- During November 1844
John Murdock: Mission to East November 1844. (3)

-- Dec 1, 1844
Parley Parker Pratt: On 1 December 1844 appointed to go to New York City, edit The Prophet, supervise immigration, and assume presidency of all eastern branches of church. (3)

-- Dec 1, 1844 (Sunday)
Apostle Parley P. Pratt was appointed to go to the city of New York to regulate and counsel the emigration from Europe and preside over all the eastern branches of the Church. (4)

-- Dec 2, 1844
[Nauvoo Temple] The Temple Committee reported that all of the capitals were in place, except one which would be placed within the week. (5)

-- Dec 2, 1844. Monday.
[William Clayton Journal] ...The brethren had a council at Dr. Richards but I was not permitted to be there, probably they did not think worthwhile to tell me. I feel sorry and grieved at heart, but don't intend they shall know it. (6)

-- Dec 4, 1844
[Nauvoo Neighbor] - Poetry: To the Infant Son of Mrs. Emma Smith -- E.R. Snow -- Poem about the young child who will grow up without a father.

- Letter: "Sidney Rigdon" - Orson Hyde's Letter -- Orson Hyde -- Originally published in the New York Prophet.

- Reprinted Story: "Mormonism" - A Blow to Christianity -- The Baptist Register -- States that the Baptists wish to inform people about perceived problems in Mormonism to keep it from spreading.

- Story: Reply to "Mormonism" - A Blow to Christianity -- Editorial -- Refutes the points made by the Baptists.

- Story: "A Voice from the Temple" - Tithing -- N.K. Whitney & George Miller -- Discussing the tithing donated by the Saints for use in the Temple, and the progress on the Temple.

- Letter to the Editor: Reflections of a Mission to Tennessee -- A. Young -- Describes the interesting happenings that Elder Young Experienced in Tennessee.

- Letter to the Editor: "Nauvoo Manufactories and Trades Meetings" -- Signed, "An ObserverÂ…" -- Discusses the frequent Trades Meetings held in Nauvoo. (7)

-- Dec 5, 1844
[Joseph Smith] Young signs a letter as "Prest of the Church of L.D.S." (8)

[Nauvoo Temple] The Twelve and the Temple Committee decided to draw the $600 from the Sisters' penny fund, which was raised to purchase nails and glass for the temple, to help pay off debts, so that property owned by the Church would not fall in the hands of the Church's enemies. The Brethren felt that there would be money available when the workmen needed nails and glass. (5)

[Quorum of Twelve] A msg. In this folder labeled "Dec. 5 1844

Minutes of a Council held Nauvoo, Dec 5th 1844 and Order on Sisters M. Smith & M. R. Thompson and A. Cutler Copied in history R. Bentley"

Includes the discussion of the council "called for the purpose of devising means to raise the sum of $3100 "owed on the purchase of Church lands." B. Y. identified [$500 or $600] money donated by the sisters ... paying one cent a week "to purchase glass & nails for the temple. To save the church property from the hands of our enemies." the Council concluded with B. Y. "to draw an order for the money." The order was written to "call upon you for the money and directed the sisters to deliver the same [penny subscription donations] to Bishop Whitney." (9)

-- Dec 5, 1844. Thursday.
[William Clayton Journal] ...I was at the office all day. At noon we had some conversation concerning recorders for the Baptism of our dead &c. We feel very anxious on the matter but have little prospect of anything being done very speedily. I feel very anxious on the subject myself, inasmuch as the Records of our Baptisms for our dead have not been kept in order for near 2 years back. The minutes have been kept on loose slips of paper and are liable to be lost and they have not been kept according to the order of God. There is so much treachery in man that it is hard to find a man who can be trusted with those Records for they cannot be public property. Inasmuch as they will have to contain histories pertaining to the transactions of individuals which never must be public. Dr. Richards remains very sick and I fear if he do not change his mode of living he will die...Brother Kimball asked President Young concerning D[iantha] Farr. He gave full consent and ordered Brother K[im
ball] to attend to it. I feel humbly grateful for this grant. And feel to ask the father in the name of Jesus to give me favor in her eyes and the eyes of her parents that I may receive the gift in full. (6)

Footnotes:
1 - Crapo, Richley, Chronology Pertaining to Blacks and the LDS Priesthood, http://www.mormonsocialscience.org/node/62
2 - Quinn, D. Michael, The Mormon Hierarchy: Origins of Power, Appendix 6, Biographical Sketches of General Officers of the Church of Jesus Christ of Latter-day Saints, 1830-47, http://amzn.to/origins-power
3 - Cook, Lyndon W., The Revelations of the Prophet Joseph Smith: A Historical and Biographical Commentary of the Doctrine and Covenants, Seventy's Mission Bookstore, Provo UT, 1985, http://amzn.to/RevelationsofJosephSmith
4 - Jenson, Andrew, Church Chronology
5 - Brown, Lisle (compiler), Chronology of the Construction, Destruction and Reconstruction of the Nauvoo Temple
6 - George D. Smith, An Intimate Chronicle; The Journals of William Clayton, Signature Books in association with Smith Research Associates, Salt Lake City, 1995, http://amzn.to/william-clayton
7 - http://boap.org/LDS/Nauvoo-Neighbor
8 - Quinn, D. Michael, The Mormon Hierarchy: Origins of Power, Appendix 7: Selected Chronology of the Church of Jesus Christ of Latter-day Saints, 1830-47, http://amzn.to/origins-power
9 - Quorum of the Twelve Apostles: Minutes of Meetings and Other Documents--Excerpts, 1835-1896, http://amzn.to/newmormonstudies

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Mormon History, 29 [Nov 1844]

-- 29 [Nov 1844]
[Brigham Young Journal] Went to Bro P. P. Majors-- (1)

-- Nov 29, 1844
George Albert Smith: Sealed to first plural wife, Lucy Messerve Smith, 29 November 1844. Two children: Don Carlos and Joel. (2)

John Murdock: Ordained bishop of Nauvoo Ward 20 August 1842; served until 29 November 1844. (2)

-- Nov 30. 1844
[High Council Minutes]

The High Council of the Church of Jesus Christ of Latter-Day Saints met in the Seventie's Hall according to adjournment, and opened by prayer from Father John Smith, President of the Stake, who, with, Genl Chas C. Rich, one of his Councellors, acted in concert with President S. Bent in Presiding.

The minutes of the previous meeting were then read and approved.

Moved by Pres't Bent and seconded by D. Fulmer and carried unanimously, that the Council proceed to question those individuals who were cited (by vote of the previous meeting), relative to their faith, &c. as the Council was not yet full.

Elder Wm Marks arose and stated that he had never spoken against the Council or Church, but had thought there had been some hasty moves made, but wished to do the thing that was right; did not think of apostatizing, but wished to carry out every righteous principle. Were things practiced in our midst that were not right, such as stealing and the like which had been a trouble to him, thought some had treated him with coldness and neglect &c. Wished to sustain the Church. As respected the present organization, he was willing to conform to, and abide by it.

Were his present feelings to be with the Council?

Did not wish to leave the Church, nor did he wish to crowd himself into the society of those who did not want him with them; had heard many [?] and hard speaches concerning him--was willing for the brethren to do with him as they saw fit and he would abide by it. Had the best of feelings towards those that treated him well, but there were those who were continually telling foul lies ab[o]ut him, and stealing every thing from him they could lay their hands upon.

His mind had been in an unsettled state respecting how the church should be organized, but since its present organization, was, and ever had been satisfied with it.

Moved by H. G. Sherwood, and seconded by David Fulmer, that brother Marks have our fellowship and that we give him our heart and hand for his Spiritual and Temporal welfare, carried without a dissenting vote.

Dr Ells was then called upon, who stated that he had ever feared God from his youth up. Had thought & still thought that the right of Presidency was perpetual-- was not fully satisfied that the present organization of the church was exactly right, or not, was willing to sustain the twelve in their stations, as they formerly stood (ie) as Apostles. His feelings were now towards Elder Rigdon, but was not willing to risk his salvation upon Sidney Rigdon the "twelve" or any other men.

Thought Rigdon had the right of Presidency and should so think until he had more knowledge upon the subject-- had prayed earnestly to God to know what was right and if he had suffered him to be led astray, he was willing to take it so.

Had no predilection for Elder Rigdon, but though[t] from the Revelations in Book of Covenants he was to be Prest & had been so apointed. Elder Orson Hyde then made some very appropriate and pointed remarks relative to the organization of the church, the cource of Elder Rigdon and others; and also of the appointment of the Twelve by Brother Joseph on the 23d of March last, to stand in their present office, that on them the responsibility of bearing of[f] the Kingdom rested, and tho' they had many difficulties to encounter, they must "Round up their their shoulders and bear it like men of God and not be bluffed off by any man." which statements were sanctioned by Councellor A. Cutler. Brother Hyde also prophesied of that the influence and prosperity of those who go from this place without council, would be taken from them. Elder John Taylor also made some very instructive remarks on the same subject. No testimony, nor argument seemed to satisfy Dr E. Voted unanimously, that Dr
Josiah Ells be disfellowshipped by the church until he shall reform in principles of faith and notice hereof be given in the "Times and Seasons."

Ephriam S. Green was then called upon, who seemed to manifest a desire to act in conformity to the rules of the church, and the wishes of the authorities of the same, but owing to some matter of consideration between him and Elder Hyde, his case was laid over for the present.

Others cited were not present, as it was diffucult, or impossible for them to attend. A letter from Bishop Heywood of Quincy respecting Elder Truman Wait was then read by the clerk. Elder Wait being present made some remarks denying reports against him. Elder O. Hyde reported unfavorably against him -- had frequently seen him in the grogshops, and considered his conduct very unworthy.

Voted upon motion of President John Smith & the sanction of Councellor Harris that Elder Waits licence be be taken from him and he stand as a private member.

By request of Elder H. C. Kimball, the case of J R Ball was brought up. Elder Kimball seemed to compasionate his situation, and was of the opinion that he had been willing to do by brother Gribble as he had agreed, and wished him restored to fellowship if found worthy.

After some consultation, Moved by Councellor [K]Night and seconded by Brother Cutler that J. R. Ball be received into the church by baptism and ordained to his former standing and authority. Carried unanimously.

Voted to adjourn till next Saturday at one o'clock P.M. to meet in the Seventie's Hall.

C.C. Pendleton, Clerk.

Note Councellor A. Cutler arose and stated that Elder S. Rigdon came to him on the morning that he arrived in Nauvoo from Pittsburg, and saluted him very cordially stated his joy to see him and told him that he (Cutler) was to become a great man in the Kingdom; and Elder Wm Marks also said to him that he himself, was to be head Patriarch over the whole Church.

Elder Cutler also remarked that he felt bound to sustain the Twelve, and all the Quorums in the Church with its present organization, for on that his salvation depended, and asked Elder Marks if he could take him by the hand as a brother and go with him in these matters. Elder Marks frankly said yes, Heart and Hand.

N B. The Council was full. (3)

Footnotes:
1 - Brigham Young Journal # 4 in the handwriting of: William Clayton, Evan Greene, John D. Lee, Willard Richards. First person account kept by others. 'Lieut. Genl Brigham Young's Journal 1844'
2 - Cook, Lyndon W., The Revelations of the Prophet Joseph Smith: A Historical and Biographical Commentary of the Doctrine and Covenants, Seventy's Mission Bookstore, Provo UT, 1985, http://amzn.to/RevelationsofJosephSmith
3 - Minutes of the High Council of the Church of Jesus Christ of Nauvoo Illinois: Nauvoo Hancock County Illinois, http://amzn.to/newmormonstudies

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Mormon History, Nov 22, 1844, Friday

-- Nov 22, 1844, Friday
[William Clayton Writings] Friday 22nd. ... Evening brother Kimball sent for me to write two letters for him. We had considerable talk on the priesthood. Margaret dont seem happy which makes my head ache. (1)

-- 23rd [Nov 1844]
[Brigham Young Journal] Visited Brs Amasa Lyman & Bro H. C. Kimball- Attended at the High council-- (2)

-- Nov 23, 1844
William E Mclellin: Dropped from office by Hinkle 23 Nov. 1844 (3)

-- Nov 23d 1844
[High Council Minutes]

The High Council of the Church of Jesus Christ of Latter-Day Saints met in the Seventie's Hall pursuant to adjournment and adjourned to the dwelling house of President Brigham Young, and opened the Counsel for business by prayer from broth David Fulmer.

It was then moved by Counsellor Harris and seconded by brother Thomas Grover, that Ebenezer Robinson & Wife be cut off from the Church for apostacy and notice of the same to be given in the Times & Seasons. carried unanimously.

The Licence of A.B. Tomlinson was then presented by brother Aaron Johnson, when it was motioned by Councellor D. Fulmer & seconded by brother T. Grover that he (A.B. Tomlinson) be cut off from the church in consequence of apostacy, and notice to be given as above directed. Carried unanimously.

Voted that James Ivins, Wm Marks and wife; Dr Josiah Ells, Ephriam S. Green, and Wm Stanley; receive a written notice from the clerk of the Council to meet said Council in the Seventie's Hall on next Saturday at ten o'clock A.M.

Voted on motion that Councellor Ezra T. Benson received a letter of recommendation from the Council to the Eastern Churches; and carried unanimously.

Voted that Phineas Richards fill the place of Ezra T. Benson (as a councellor) during his absence. Also Voted that this Council adjourn un[t]il next Saturday at ten of the clock, A.M. to meet in the Seventie's Hall.

C.C. Pendleton Clk

Note A letter was also written to Bishop Joseph L. Heywood of Quincy; with instructions to Elder Truman Wait to return to Nauvoo and make satisfaction to the Church (if possible) in relation to reports in circulation respecting him; with a request of Brother Heywood to send such intelligence respecting the conduct of Elder Wait, as were in his power. (4)

-- 27 Nov* 1844
[Nauvoo Neighbor] - Story: "Literary" - The Preface to The Mormon Reader -- P.P. Pratt -- Publishes the preface to Pratt's book.

- Story: "Trades Meeting" - Description of the Meeting -- John Taylor -- Describes what happened in the latest trades meeting.

- Letter to the Editor: "The Nauvoo Legion and the Arsenal" -- Signed, "An ObserverÂ…" -- Suggests the creation of a Nauvoo Arsenal for the Nauvoo Legion.

- Letter to the Editor: "Caution" - Shady Land Dealings -- Orson Hyde -- Describes trickery amongst Ephraim S. Green and Horace Murgess against brothers Miner and Durfee.

- Announcement: Married -- Editorial -- Geo Moore married Mary E. Guinand, performed by Elder Orson Hyde.

- Announcement: Deaths -- W.D. Huntington -- Emma Hendrixson (4, Quinzy), William Warner (69, Diarrhea), Infant of Benjamin Hawkins, Richard Hull (18, Consumption and Canker), Sarah Leticia Farley (1, Whooping Cough). (5)

-- 27-Nov* 1844
[Nauvoo Neighbor] - Poetry: "To Elder W. Woodruff" -- The New York Prophet -- Reprinted poem from the New York Prophet.

- Poetry: "When Must I Look for Death" -- W.W. Phelps -- Reprinted poem from the Times and Seasons.

- Letter to the Editor: Letter Supporting the Twelve over Sidney Rigdon -- Signed, "Cincinnatus" -- Reprinted letter to the editor from The New York Prophet, describes the writer's reasoning for following the Twelve instead of Sidney Rigdon.

- Letter: Correspondence between Gov. Ford and the Mob - Threatening -- Geo T.M. Davis & Gov. Ford -- Davis implies that Gov. Ford will be prosecuted with the mob if he brings charges against them. Includes Gov. Ford's reply.

- Announcement: "Apology" - No Paper to Print Last Week -- Editorial -- States that, due to lack of paper supplies, last week's paper was not printed.

- Story: "The Election" - Presidential Results -- Editorial -- Provides the unofficial results of the Presidential Election. (5)

-- 28 [Nov 1844]
[Brigham Young Journal] -Visited Bro Daniel Spencer and in the evening went to see Bro Sloan (2)

-- 1844: 29 November
[Patriarchal Blessings] Lucy M. Smith. (Given by John Smith?)

"Sister Lucy, in the name of Jesus of Nazareth, I lay my hands upon thy head to seal upon thee a blessing of a father because thy father is not present to bless, but if he acknowledges this it shall be the same as though he was present and sealed the blessing himself. Thou art a daughter of Abraham through the loins of Joseph, and a lawful heir to the priesthood which was sealed upon the head of Ephraim. Thou art also entitled to an inheritance among the saints in the house of Joseph, and share in all the blessings which the Lord has in store for those who are faithful to Christ Jesus thou shalt have a companion who shall be able to exalt thee to inherit thrones and dominions in the house of Israel. A numerous posterity, also which shall be equal to David and Solomon for might wisdom and skill.

Thou shalt accomplish every purpose of thine heart, be satisfied with the riches of the earth, and the riches of eternity shall not be withheld. The number of thy years shall be according to thy faith, even to behold all the glory and beauty of Zion, see the coming of the Saviour, the gathering of Israel, and if you desire it with your whole heart, shall not taste of death, but shall be changed in the twinkling of an eye and caught up to meet the Lord. Now dear sister be comforted, endure in faith to the end, and not one word which has been spoken shall fail. This is thy blessing sealed by the authority of the priesthood in the name of Jesus Christ, Amen." (From typescript, private collection.) [Age, 27; Scribe, ?] (6)

Footnotes:
1 - Fillerup, Robert C., compiler; William Clayton Nauvoo Diaries and Personal Writings, A chronological compilation of the personal writings of William Clayton while he was a resident of Nauvoo, Illinois. http://www.boap.org/LDS/Early-Saints/clayton-diaries
2 - Brigham Young Journal # 4 in the handwriting of: William Clayton, Evan Greene, John D. Lee, Willard Richards. First person account kept by others. 'Lieut. Genl Brigham Young's Journal 1844'
3 - Quinn, D. Michael, The Mormon Hierarchy: Origins of Power, Appendix 6, Biographical Sketches of General Officers of the Church of Jesus Christ of Latter-day Saints, 1830-47, http://amzn.to/origins-power
4 - Minutes of the High Council of the Church of Jesus Christ of Nauvoo Illinois: Nauvoo Hancock County Illinois, http://amzn.to/newmormonstudies
5 - http://boap.org/LDS/Nauvoo-Neighbor
6 - Selected LDS Patriarchal Blessings, New Mormon Studies CD ROM, Signature Book, 2009, http://amzn.to/newmormonstudies

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Mormon History, 18 [Nov 1844]

-- 18 [Nov 1844]
[Brigham Young Journal] Went away in company with Bro Lorenzo Young -- -- -- (1)

-- 19 [Nov 1844]
[Brigham Young Journal] Went away in company with Elder Orson Hyde to Bro Rob. Lander's from thence to Bro Stoddards, then visited the sick - (1)

-- Nov 19, 1844, Tuesday
[William Clayton Writings] Tuesday 19th. ... At night, I retired and prayed for him /his son Wm. Heber who was very sick/ according to the order of the priesthood (2)

-- 20 [Nov 1844]
[Brigham Young Journal] visited Bro H. C. Kimball and in the afternoon went away in company with Brs L. Young-- (1)

-- Nov 20, 1844
Parley Parker Pratt: Sealed to Belinda Marden 20 November 1844. Five children: Nephi, Belinda, Abinadi, Lehi, Isabella. (3)

William Clayton Marries fourth wife, Jane Hardman, Alice's sister. (4)

-- Nov 20, 1844, Wednesday
[William Clayton Writings] Prest. Young blessed her with the blessings of the ever lasting covenant and she was sealed up to eternal life and to W[illiam] C[layton] for time and for all eternity (2)

[William Clayton Writings] Wednesday 20th. ... P.M. went with Prest. Young to see sister Jane Hardman. (2)

-- 21 [Nov 1844]
[Brigham Young Journal] Visited Bro H. C. Kimball (1)

-- Nov 21, 1844
[Apostle Wilford Woodruff Journal] 21st After being blockaded with sickness with my children & friends in Scarboro for near a month & surrounded by great darkness during the time for it seems as though the destroyer was trying to hedge up my way to hender me on my mission, & whare the destroyer is their is darkness & sorrow, yet this morning I feel like bursting their bands & going my way.

I took cars at Saco in company with Mrs Woodruff & our youngest Child Susan Cornelia to start on our way for New York & set sail for England. We rode to Haverhill & stoped & rode to Georgetown in a waggon with Elder Hardy to Father Holmes & we spent the night with them & had an interesting Church meeting with the Saints. I ordained Elder Nathaniel Holmes to the office of High Priest & one Elder 1 Priest & one deacon. They contributed $3.50 cts to assist me on my Journey. Distance 75 mi.

+ I wrote a letter to Hiram Clark. Fare $6.50 to Boston. (5)

-- Nov 21, 1844, Thursday
[William Clayton Writings] Thursday 21st /Weeks Player & Cahoon had bitter feelings last two days/ We moved into the new office in P. P. Pratts store to day. Evening I went to brother H.C. Kimballs awhile and then to see J.H. & prospered. (2)

-- Nov 22, 1844
[Apostle Wilford Woodruff Journal] 22d Took cars. Rode to Boston. Stoped at No 8 East Orange street at Br Jacob Phelps. Mrs Woodruff was taken sick as soon as she got there. Went to bed. Vomited & felt some better.

I met with the Church in the evening. 8 was cut off from the Church who had joined Sidney Rig-don. Sidney Rigdon was cut off from the Church, for trying to divide the Church, calling Joseph Smith the fallen Prophet, & illegally ordaining men to be kings & Priest unto God when he had not that office himself. He had been in a state of apostacy for five years, & was now cut off by the legal authorities of the Church of Jesus Christ of Latter Day Saints. And since he has been cut off he is trying to draw away as many as he can after him & as fast as their are any apostitize from the faith they join him & those that are cut of from the Church & thus he is trying to build up a party unto himself.

The Church now seems to be firm in Boston. I had a good time with them. I spent the night at Br Phelps. Mrs Woodruff seemed much better in the evening. Distance of the day 35 m. (5)

Footnotes:
1 - Brigham Young Journal # 4 in the handwriting of: William Clayton, Evan Greene, John D. Lee, Willard Richards. First person account kept by others. 'Lieut. Genl Brigham Young's Journal 1844'
2 - Fillerup, Robert C., compiler; William Clayton Nauvoo Diaries and Personal Writings, A chronological compilation of the personal writings of William Clayton while he was a resident of Nauvoo, Illinois. http://www.boap.org/LDS/Early-Saints/clayton-diaries
3 - Cook, Lyndon W., The Revelations of the Prophet Joseph Smith: A Historical and Biographical Commentary of the Doctrine and Covenants, Seventy's Mission Bookstore, Provo UT, 1985, http://amzn.to/RevelationsofJosephSmith
4 - Smith, George D., An Intimate Chronicle; The Journals of William Clayton, p.lxiii, A William Clayton Chronology, http://amzn.to/william-clayton
5 - Wilford Woodruff's Journal: 1833-1898 Typescript, Volumes 1-9, Edited by Scott G. Kenney, Signature Books 1993, http://amzn.to/newmormonstudies

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Mormon History, Nov 11, 1844

-- Nov 11, 1844
[Brigham Young Journal] th held a council with twelve Bishops high councel Mair & Paleseman (1)

-- 12,13,14,15,16, [Nov 1844]
[Brigham Young Journal] went and visited Elder Heber C. Kimball. and the Trustees in trust, also Dr. Richards- (2)

-- Nov 12, 1844
[Brigham Young Journal] went to the temple cauld to Br Richards & Br Kimball found them boath better they had ben sick-- Ormel Bats Andras Reskaus James Lyttle Andrew Lyttle Charles Shumway William L. Cutlar Cummins James H. Glynes Howard Egan Joseph Helton Loveland P. P. Pratt Lymus Daniels Edmand Elsworth Joseph W. Johnson Jessey D. Hunter G. D. Watt Jacob Wilder Alexander Nibaur Daniel L Thomas Thomas Lewis David Lewis Milo Andrus Issac Perkins Lorenzo Clark David Langley James Clemson 500 Marget Clk 500 Daniel Clark 500 Dolley Joseph Bissel 500 (1)

-- Nov 13, 1844
[Nauvoo Neighbor] - Announcement: "Delay" - Late Newspapers -- Editorial -- States that the paper could not be printed on time, for lack of paper.

- Story: "Trades Meeting" - Synopsis -- Editorial -- Describes the meeting, and states that another meeting will be held next week.

- Letter: Engraved Likeness of Thomas C. Sharp -- The Illinois State Register -- Includes an engraved image of Thomas C. Sharp to aid in his capture.

- Announcement: "Another Mormon Book" - Written by Charles Thompson -- Editorial -- Describes a book with evidences to the truthfulness of the Book of Mormon.

- Reprinted Story: Description of Illinois Landscape" -- The Springfield Republican -- Describes the landscape and areas of Illinois, including Nauvoo and Carthage.

- Letter to the Editor: General Thoughts about the Church -- Signed, "Philadelphia" -- States that Emma Smith should be taken care of by the church.

- Ordinances: Proceedings of the City Council - Two Ordinances Posted -- Daniel Spencer -- Presents the 2 new ordinances passed by the city council.

- Ordinances: "An Ordinance Concerning Spirituous Liquors and Other Purposes" -- Daniel Spencer -- Describes a rule which holds that in order to purchase more than a gallon of liquor, one must obtain a license from the Mayor.

- Ordinances: "An Ordinance Concerning a Slaughterhouse in Nauvoo." -- Daniel Spencer -- Describes the creation of a Slaughterhouse by Newel K. Whitney, George Miller, and P.P. Pratt.

- Announcement: Lecture Announced - A.W. Babbitt -- Editorial -- Announces a constitutional lecture to be given in the Masonic Hall.

- Announcement: Meeting of the Library and Institute Announced -- Amasa Lyman -- Announcing the meeting of the Library and Institute, and petitions for the return of all rented books. (3)

-- Nov 14, 1844
Amasa Mason Lyman: Sealed to Cornelia Eliza Leavitt 14 November 1844. Two known children: Lorenzo and Henry Elias. (4)

[Apostle Wilford Woodruff Journal] ...I dreamed of being in Nauvoo. Br Kimball <going to> England. Br Webster, <denied the faith>, my sister Eunice <[left?] in the hands of Elder Young>. (5)

-- Nov. 16th 1844
[High Council Minutes]

The High Council of the Church of Jesus Christ of Latter-Day Saints, met this day in the First Presidencys Seventies Hall, according to adjournment, and opened by prayer from Councellor Lewis D. Wilson. George W. Harris and David Fulmer were then appointed a Committe to visit Elder Amos B. Tomlinson and demand his License, inconsequence of his holding to and advocating false doctrine, such as this "the Twelve are out of their place, having usurped the authority of the First Presidency" &c. Some appropriate remarks were then made by Councellors, Fulmer, Allred, Bent, Harris, Huntington and Grover, respecting punctuality of attendance on the part of the Council, and a perfect union of feeling and concert of action in all their transactions as a Quorum, also respecting the Law of tithing and the necessity of strict punctuality on the part of the saints in paying and receiving credit for the same. apostacy.

Voted to adjourn till next Saturday at one o'clock Afternoon

Calvin C. Pendleton Clk (6)

-- 17 [Nov 1844]
[Brigham Young Journal] went to the High Priests quorum and in the evening went to the Seventies Hall. (2)

-- Nov 17, 1844
[Emma Smith] Son David Hyrum Smith is born. (7)

[Lucy Mack Smith] Emma gives birth to David Hyrum Smith at Nauvoo, her ninth biological child and eighth son. late 1844-early 1845 Lucy begins dictating her memoirs to Martha Jane Knowlton Coray. (8)

[Lucy Mack Smith] Birth of David Hyrum Smith, son of Joseph and Emma. (9)

Footnotes:
1 - Brigham Young Journal (1801-1877) Journal #2 July, 1837- Mar. 1845
2 - Brigham Young Journal # 4 in the handwriting of: William Clayton, Evan Greene, John D. Lee, Willard Richards. First person account kept by others. 'Lieut. Genl Brigham Young's Journal 1844'
3 - http://boap.org/LDS/Nauvoo-Neighbor
4 - Cook, Lyndon W., The Revelations of the Prophet Joseph Smith: A Historical and Biographical Commentary of the Doctrine and Covenants, Seventy's Mission Bookstore, Provo UT, 1985, http://amzn.to/RevelationsofJosephSmith
5 - Wilford Woodruff's Journal: 1833-1898 Typescript, Volumes 1-9, Edited by Scott G. Kenney, Signature Books 1993, http://amzn.to/newmormonstudies
6 - Minutes of the High Council of the Church of Jesus Christ of Nauvoo Illinois: Nauvoo Hancock County Illinois, http://amzn.to/newmormonstudies
7 - Emma Smith, Woman of Faith, http://emmasmithmormon.com
8 - 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
9 - Proctor, Scott and Maurine Jensen, editors, History of Joseph Smith by His Mother: Revised and Enhanced

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Mormon History, Novr. 9th 1844

-- Novr. 9th 1844
Novr. 9th 1844 (from loose sheet) Regular Session D. Spencer Mayor Coun. O. Pratt O. Spencer Alderman Geo. A. Smith Hiram Kimball " John Taylor Gus. Hills " W. W. Phelps Geo. W. Harris " Brigham Young D. H. Wells "

Wm Marks "

J. C. Wright Marshall

Meeting opened - prayer by W. W. Phelps

Coun Geo. A. Smith was sworn in by W. W. Phelps

A Bill was presented <to the City Coun. of the City of Nauvoo by a Petition signed by 103 of the citizens> to open Warsaw Street from parley St. South to the River

Movd. Sec & Carried that it be referred to the committee of Streets -

W. Farr - spoke relative to additional ground land to the burying ground

Movd. sec & carried that it be referred to the committee of public grounds.

Mo. & sec & carried that Geo A. Smith be chairman pertaining to the Committee of Public Grounds

Movd sec. carried that Saml. Bennett place be filled up pertaining to public grounds - which was carried

Mov. sec. carried that Coun. O. Pratt be put in his stead - which was carried unanimously -

Moved - sec. that Ald. Marks be instructed to appear before us and gave us a statement in regard to the burying ground. which was carried

Bill was presented signed by 5 of the citizens that Hodge<h>kiss street be opened one block West of Warsaw St

Mov- sec - that it be referred to the committee of public grounds which was carried -

Mov - secd - that Ald. Marks confer with the committee of public grounds relative to the burying ground & relate the same to the council - which was carried

Coun. Young. Moved & Sec that the Bill be called for up again & reconsidered by the Council - relative in opening Warsaw Street to the River - which was carried -

Coun Young - arose & th said that he would propose that a select committee be appointed to go and see and locate the street which would be the best to open.

Mov secd. that B. Young- Orson Pratt - H. C. Kimball be the committee to go and see which will be the best street to be opened South to the River -

Coun. Geo. A. Smith - arose and said that our Committee have Conference with alderman Marks relative to the burying ground - He says that the lots are all sold and that some of them are paid for and others is not.- He also said that he was instructed to fence it in by the proceeds which he Might receive by the sales - also he further remarked if it was necessary he would give us a statement of all the sales. & money recd. & what is due &c &c

Mov. secd - that the street remain for the present one Rod & ½ - which was carried -

Two Bills was presented by D. H. Wells to the amt of $43.43 cts due to W. H. Rollosson

Mov - sec that it be referred to the com- of claims which was carried - reported allowed

Bill presented by D. H. Wells to the amt of $37 dollars due L. M. Marr -

Mov. sec that it be referred to the com of claims which was carried - reported allowed -

Bill present by A. P. Rockwood to the amt. of 21 $15 dolls 69 cts allowed

Mov - sec - that it be referred to the com. of claims which was carried -- reported allowed

Be it ordained by the City Council of the City of Nauvoo that all Laws Ordinances or parts of laws ordinances in relation to Swine are hereby repealed -

Bill presented by Bro Green to the amount of $228.82 cents dollars due to John P. Green (deceased)

Mov. sec. that it be referred to the com. of claims which was carried. (reported allowed)

Mov. Sec. - that W. W. Phelps be added to the Com. of claims which was carried (1)

-- 10 [Nov 1844]
[Brigham Young Journal] ---- at the stand and preachd to the brethren (2)

-- Nov 10, 1844
[Brigham Young Journal] on Sunday I Preached to the Saints on the Meeting ground there was a grate meny People Present & Spoke 2 ours to them we had a good time the saints said they ware satysfyde and much eadfyde (3)

[Lucy Mack Smith] William Smith, writing from New Jersey, asks W. W. Phelps to visit Lucy and give her "a word of consolation from me" and also to visit his sisters. (4)

-- Nov 10, 1844, Sunday
[William Clayton Writings] While in St. Louis, Clayton walked down Front Street and stopped to watch a man working on a stone marker. He was astonished to find the words ``high water June 27th 1844'' already inscribed. ``This was the day when this generation rejected the prophets of God,'' he was reminded. It was also the day floodwaters had overflowed the Missippii and covered Front Street. In Clayton's mind the high water marker was a sign of the providence of God. ``I suppose they never considered that this monument pointed directly to the day when they murdered the men of God,'' he mused. ``But I thought of it and could not help but wonder at the circumstances. I feel to hope that the monument will stand to put future generations in remembrance of the circumstances and time of the murder.'' (5)

-- 11 [Nov 1844]
[Brigham Young Journal] attended council along with my brethren the Twelve and the High Council and the Trustees in Trust at the Masonic Hall-also the Police (2)

Footnotes:
1 - Nauvoo City Council Rough Book
2 - Brigham Young Journal # 4 in the handwriting of: William Clayton, Evan Greene, John D. Lee, Willard Richards. First person account kept by others. 'Lieut. Genl Brigham Young's Journal 1844'
3 - Brigham Young Journal (1801-1877) Journal #2 July, 1837- Mar. 1845
4 - 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
5 - Fillerup, Robert C., compiler; William Clayton Nauvoo Diaries and Personal Writings, A chronological compilation of the personal writings of William Clayton while he was a resident of Nauvoo, Illinois. http://www.boap.org/LDS/Early-Saints/clayton-diaries

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Mormon History, Nov 6, 1844

-- Nov 6, 1844
[Nauvoo Neighbor] - Reprinted Story: "The Latter Day Saints in the West of Scotland" -- The Glasgow Examiner -- Speaks of the group of saints who did not immigrate to the United States, and includes a table showing the Saints in each area of the country.

- Announcement: "Trades Meeting" - Announced -- Editorial -- Describes another Trades Meeting to be held in the Masonic Hall.

- Announcement: "Notice to the Editors - Thomas C. Sharp" -- Editorial -- States that Thomas C. Sharp has been indicted for the murder of Joseph Smith.

- Announcement: Sidney Rigdon and the Messenger and Advocate -- Editorial -- Announces that Sidney Rigdon has resurrected the former LDS publication, and that he seeks excommunicated members to join his group.

- Story: "The Times" - Political Climate of this Age -- Editorial -- Laments the difficult political circumstances of the day.

- Story: "The Election" - Whig Party and the Mob -- Editorial -- Connects the Whig party and the mob violence that has run rampant across the country.

- Reprinted Story: "Mormon Affairs" - Refutation of LDS Mob Rumors -- The State Register -- Refutes the widely held belief that the church was forming a mob to avenge the deaths of their leaders.

- Letter: "Extract of a Letter from Carthage, Hancock County" -- Editorial -- Describes the activates in Hancock County since the Martyrdom.

- Letter to the Editor: Letter to Clear Name from the Warsaw Signal -- William Daniels -- Daniels states that the things published about him in the Warsaw Signal are fictitious.

- Announcement: Married -- Editorial -- John Bishop married Julia Ann Gillum, performed by Elder Addison Everett; Leonard Schussler married Margaret Hartley, performed by Elder Thompson.

- Announcement: Deaths -- W.D. Huntington -- John Gaylord (66, Chill Fever), Lucinda Winegar (1, Chill Fever), David B. Crosby (33, Lung Fever), Herbert Jones (21, Ague and Fever), Matilda Walker (45, Bilious Fever).

- Announcement: Temple needs Milk Cows -- William Clayton -- Describes a need for milk cows, and encourages saints to consider giving a cow to the temple as tithing.

- Announcement: "Select School" - Announced -- J.M. Monroe -- Monroe announces another school in Nauvoo, and puts forward his costs for tuition. (1)

-- 7 [Nov 1844]
[Brigham Young Journal] went upon the hill along with Elders John Taylor & Geo. A. Smith and visited the Trustees in trust, afterwards (2)

-- Nov 7, 1844
Brigham Young, 1844-11-07, marries (aged 43); Olive Grey Frost (1816-1845) (aged 28); plural widow of Joseph Smith, Jr.; sealed to Joseph Smith, Jr. for eternity and Young for life (3)

[Brigham Young Journal] 7Th at Br J. B. Nobles Br A. Lyman Sister Olive Frost & my self & others was there (4)

-- 8 [Nov 1844]
[Brigham Young Journal] Went out the length of Fisher's Brickyard, laid hands on the sick. (2)

-- Nov 8, 1844, Friday
[William Clayton Writings] Friday 8th. ... P.M. went to see Jane Hardman (5)

[William Clayton Writings] she prefers me for a Saviour to any one else, so she says. (5)

-- 9 [Nov 1844]
[Brigham Young Journal] attended City council (2)

-- Nov. 9th 1844
[High Council Minutes]

The High Council of the Church of Jesus Christ of Latter-Day Saints, met in the Seventies Hall of the First Presidency pursuant to adjournment, but no business being brought before said, Council Voted to adjourn until next Saturday, to meet in this Hall at one o'clock P.M.

C.C. Pendleton Clk (6)

-- November 9th. 1844
Regular Session November 9th. 1844 Daniel Spencer Mayor

Names of members called. a Quorum present Meeting opened prayer by W. W. Phelps.

Coun. George A Smith was sworn in and took his seat in the Council

Petition of Charles C. Rich and 101 others to open Warsaw Street South of Parley Street to the River - read and referred to the Committee of Streets

W. Farr spoke relative to additional land to the burying ground when it was motioned that it be referred to the committee of public grounds.

Motioned and carried that C. G. A. Smith be Chairman to the Committee of Public Grounds.

Motioned and carried that the vacancy in the Committee of Public Grounds lately filled by Samuel Bennett be now filled up, when Co. Orson Pratt was appointed in his stead.

Motioned and carried that Ald: Marks be instructed to appear before the Council and give a statement in regard to the burying ground.

Petition of Hosea Stout and four others "that Hodgkiss Street may be opened from Warsaw Street West one Block" read, and referred to the Committee of Public Grounds.

Motioned and carried that Ald: Marks confer with the Committee of Public Grounds relative to the burying ground, and relate the same to the Council -

Co. B. Young motioned that the Petition for opening Warsaw St. South to the River be called up again and reconsidered, - which was done, when he proposed that a Committee be appointed to go, see, and locate the Street which would be the best to open, when Brigham Young, Orson Pratt & Heber C Kimball were appointed to be the Committee to view the best road.

Co. G. A. Smith reported that the Committee had conference with Ald: Marks relative to the burying ground he said that the lots were all sold, that some were paid for and others not - that he had been instructed to fence it in by the proceeds which he received from the Sales, and he stated that if it was necessary he would give a statement of all the Sales.

Ald. Wells presented two bills due to W. H. Rollaston amounting to $43.43 cts which were referred to the committee of claims - and was by them allowed.

Ald Wells presented a bill due to S. M. Marr amounting to $37.00 which was referred to the Committee of Claims, and was by them allowed.

A. P. Rockwood presented a bill amounting to $15.69 which was referred to the committee of claims, and was by them allowed.

Be it ordained by the City Council of the City of Nauvoo that all ordinances or parts of ordinances in relation to Swine are hereby repealed.

A Bill was presented amounting to $228.82 due to John P. Green (the deceased Marshall) which was referred to the committee of claims, & by them allowed.

It was motioned that Co. W. W. Phelps be added to the Committee of Claims & carried

Co. W. W. Phelps presented a bill amounting to $10. due to Joseph W. Coolidge which was referred to the Committee of Claims and by them allowed

Motioned and carried that the bill pass, relative to having a Slaughter house in the City of Nauvoo.

Adjourned for one hour-

Novr. 9th. 1844

Adjourned meeting met pursuant to the adjournment

Motioned and seconded that the ordinance relative to Spirituous Liquors pass, with the amendment by Co. Orson Pratt pass, which was carried.

Motioned and seconded that the 1st. Sec. be stricken out which was carried

Motioned and seconded that an amendment be made to the 2nd Sect: & carried

Motioned and carried that the Bill do now pass.

Motioned and carried that the Marshall give receipts for the taxes marked Paid in the assessment book of John P. Green - and keep an account of the same.

Motioned and carried that Co. Orson Pratt, George A. Smith, and W. W. Phelps be a select committee in drawing up an Ordinance

Motioned that we adjourn to the next regular Session - Carried. (7)

Footnotes:
1 - http://boap.org/LDS/Nauvoo-Neighbor
2 - Brigham Young Journal # 4 in the handwriting of: William Clayton, Evan Greene, John D. Lee, Willard Richards. First person account kept by others. 'Lieut. Genl Brigham Young's Journal 1844'
3 - Wikipedia, List of Brigham Young's Wives, http://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/List_of_Brigham_Young%27s_wives
4 - Brigham Young Journal (1801-1877) Journal #2 July, 1837- Mar. 1845
5 - Fillerup, Robert C., compiler; William Clayton Nauvoo Diaries and Personal Writings, A chronological compilation of the personal writings of William Clayton while he was a resident of Nauvoo, Illinois. http://www.boap.org/LDS/Early-Saints/clayton-diaries
6 - Minutes of the High Council of the Church of Jesus Christ of Nauvoo Illinois: Nauvoo Hancock County Illinois, http://amzn.to/newmormonstudies
7 - Nauvoo City Council Rough Book

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Mormon History, fall of 1844

-- During fall of 1844
Orson Pratt: Sealed to Charlotte Bishop in fall of 1844. No children. (1)

William Law: Settled at Hampton, Rock Island County, Illinois by fall of 1844. (1)

-- Nov 1, 1844
[Apostle Wilford Woodruff Journal] Nov 1st Friday Phebe Amelia is quite Cher-[ful?] this morning. Manifests a spirit of Play. Phebe Foss has been unwell for several days. Has had several turns of bleeding at the nose. She bled considerable this morning. Was quite poorly.

/D/ I had a peculiar dream last night one that is unutterable & Cannot be written for I cannot comprehend it all myself. I was called to hold the keys of the kingdom of God in all the world with the quorum of the Twelve & traveld with them over much of the world, & finally traveld through many countries alone & when I got through I saw many things I cannot write but in the end Br Joseph Smith Assisted me to come into the place whare he was and Pointed out my work, portion, & labour. I immediately entered into the duties assigned me.

I also had another dream. Was in the Presence of Br Joseph Smith. Was conversing about his death. Told him I felt bad about it & If I had known he would have been taken away so soon I should have conversed more with him & asked him more questions. Said it was not his fault that I did not. Speaking of my work & duties said I had better get a dozen to help me. D (2)

-- Nov 1st [Nov 1844]
[Brigham Young Journal] Went up to the Temple, and visited some of the brethren-- (3)

-- 2nd [Nov 1844]
[Brigham Young Journal] at home most part of the day (3)

-- Nov 2, 1844
Parley Parker Pratt: Sealed to Hannahette Snively 2 November 1844. Three children: Alma, Lucy, and Henriette. (1)

-- Nov. 2nd 1844
[High Council Minutes]

The High Council of the Church of Jesus Christ of Latter-Day Saints, met in the Seventies Hall pursuant to adjournment; no business being brought before said Council,

Voted to adjourn till next Saturday at 1 o'clock P.M.

C.C. Pendleton Clk (4)

-- 3rd [Nov 1844]
[Brigham Young Journal] Wash went to the Seventies hall in the forenoon. High Priests quorum in the afternoon and met with the Seventies in the evening. (3)

-- 4. [Nov 1844]
[Brigham Young Journal] 5. 6. visited the brethren and on the (3)

-- Nov 5, 1844
[Heber C. Kimball marriage] wife #12. Ellen Sanders (Aagaat Ysteinsdatter Bakka), 1823-1871; 5 children, including Rosalia Kimball (Williams Gordon Edwards) and Jedediah Heber. (5)

-- Nov 6, 1844
[Nauvoo Neighbor] Announcement: "Notice to the Editors - Thomas C. Sharp" -- Editorial -- States that Thomas C. Sharp has been indicted for the murder of Joseph Smith. (6)

[Nauvoo Neighbor] Announcement: "Select School" - Announced -- J.M. Monroe -- Monroe announces another school in Nauvoo, and puts forward his costs for tuition. (6)

[Nauvoo Neighbor] Announcement: "Trades Meeting" - Announced -- Editorial -- Describes another Trades Meeting to be held in the Masonic Hall. (6)

[Nauvoo Neighbor] Announcement: Deaths -- W.D. Huntington -- John Gaylord (66, Chill Fever), Lucinda Winegar (1, Chill Fever), David B. Crosby (33, Lung Fever), Herbert Jones (21, Ague and Fever), Matilda Walker (45, Bilious Fever). (6)

[Nauvoo Neighbor] Announcement: Married -- Editorial -- John Bishop married Julia Ann Gillum, performed by Elder Addison Everett; Leonard Schussler married Margaret Hartley, performed by Elder Thompson. (6)

[Nauvoo Neighbor] Announcement: Sidney Rigdon and the Messenger and Advocate -- Editorial -- Announces that Sidney Rigdon has resurrected the former LDS publication, and that he seeks excommunicated members to join his group. (6)

[Nauvoo Neighbor] Announcement: Temple needs Milk Cows -- William Clayton -- Describes a need for milk cows, and encourages saints to consider giving a cow to the temple as tithing. (6)

Footnotes:
1 - Cook, Lyndon W., The Revelations of the Prophet Joseph Smith: A Historical and Biographical Commentary of the Doctrine and Covenants, Seventy's Mission Bookstore, Provo UT, 1985, http://amzn.to/RevelationsofJosephSmith
2 - Wilford Woodruff's Journal: 1833-1898 Typescript, Volumes 1-9, Edited by Scott G. Kenney, Signature Books 1993, http://amzn.to/newmormonstudies
3 - Brigham Young Journal # 4 in the handwriting of: William Clayton, Evan Greene, John D. Lee, Willard Richards. First person account kept by others. 'Lieut. Genl Brigham Young's Journal 1844'
4 - Minutes of the High Council of the Church of Jesus Christ of Nauvoo Illinois: Nauvoo Hancock County Illinois, http://amzn.to/newmormonstudies
5 - Hatch, Charles M. and Compton, Todd M. editors, 'A Widow's Tale: 1884-1896 Diary of Helen Mar Kimball Whitney' p. 37
6 - http://boap.org/LDS/Nauvoo-Neighbor

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Mormon History, Oct 30, 1844

-- Oct 30, 1844
[Nauvoo Neighbor] Announcement: "Notice" - Printing of the Voice of Warning and Doctrine and Covenants -- Editorial -- Announces the printing of the Voice of Warning and the Book of Doctrine and Covenants. (1)

[Nauvoo Neighbor] Announcement: Deaths` -- W.D. Huntington -- Henry L. Marsh (19, Chill Fever), William Hathaway (2, Typhus Fever), Sophia Hanard (1, Chill Fever), John B. Gailord (1 month, Diarrhea), Litte Morgan (56, Fever), John P. Smith (41, Chill Fever), Margaret Tippets (3 months, Hooping Cough), Edwin Harris (5, Quick Consumption), Sophronia Ball and Infant (31, Childbirth), Charity Stodard (49, Consumption), Persis Amanda Butterfield (3, Bilious Fever), Elen Battersby (25, Inflammation on the lungs), Alma Tanner (2, Black Canker), Amania Braffet (43, Consumption), George W. Smith (1 month). (1)

[Nauvoo Neighbor] Letter to the Editor: "Nauvoo Music and Concert Hall -- Signed, "An ObserverÂ…" -- Presents a plan to build a music and concert hall in Nauvoo. (1)

[Nauvoo Neighbor] Reprinted Story: "Climate West of the Rocky Mountains" -- Irvings Astoria -- Describes the area that the Saints will later settle. (1)

[Nauvoo Neighbor] Story: "The Murders at Carthage" - Recent Developments -- Editorial -- Describes the newly issued warrants for some of the mobsters, and also tells a story about witnesses refusing bribes in order to tell the truth of what happened. (1)

-- 31st [Oct 1844]
[Brigham Young Journal] Went upon the hill to see the Temple committee. Copy

Of a Letter from Govr. Thos. Ford to Lieut Genl Brigham Young State of Illinois, Executive Department, Springfield, Oct 9th, 1844.

To Lieutenant- General Brigham Young of the Nauvoo Legion

Sir

It may be probable that there may be further disturbances in Hancock County by those apposed to the prosecutions against the murderers of Joseph and Hyrum Smith. They may combine together in arms to subvert justice and prevent those prosecutions from going on. They may also attack or resist the civil authorities of the State in that county and they may attack some of the settlements or people there with violence.

The sherriff of the county may want a military force to guard the court and protect it or its officers or the jurors thereof or the witnesses attending court from the violence of a mob.

In all these cases you are hereby ordered and directed to hold in readiness a sufficient force under your command of the Nauvoo Legion to act under the direction of the said sherriff for the purposes aforesaid; and also to suppress mobs which may be collected in said county to injure the persons or property of any of the citizens.

In testimony whereof I have hereunto set my hand and affixed the seal of state the day and year first herein above written. Thos Ford, Governor & Commander-in-Chief. (2)

-- Oct 31, 1844
Brigham Young, 1844-10-31, marries (aged 43); Susanne Snively (1815-1892) (aged 29); first marriage (3)

[Brigham Young Journal] th 12 a. m. at sniveley Br P. P. Pratt was with me Hanahett Snively & Susanah Snively was at home we took diner. Br Kimball was with me at the temple (4)

-- During 1844 October
The first General Conference of the church under Brigham Young's direction is held. (5)

-- During Oct. 1844
Lyman Wight: Sustained by general conference as apostle "after some discussion" Oct. 1844 (6)

-- During October 1844
[Eliza R. Snow] She was married as a plural wife to Joseph Smith in June 1842, and, after his death, to Brigham Young in October 1844. She had no children by either marriage. (7)

[Hosea Stout] Ecclesiastically, Hosea had been set apart as president of the eleventh Quorum of Seventies in October 1844. (8)

John Smith: Presided over branch of Church in Ramus until October 1844. (9)

-- During October, 1844
[Masonry] The Grand Lodge of Illinois severd all relations with the Mormon Nauvoo, Helm and Nye lodges who had refused to surrender their dispensations. They vote to suspend Mormon Masons from Masonic privildges. Mormons continue to operate the lodges increasing the number of Master Masons from 700 to over 1000 by the end of 1845. Masonic work stopped only after the Nauvoo temple opened. (10)

-- During fall of 1844
Ezra Taft Benson: Returned to Nauvoo in fall of 1844. (9)

Footnotes:
1 - http://boap.org/LDS/Nauvoo-Neighbor
2 - Brigham Young Journal # 4 in the handwriting of: William Clayton, Evan Greene, John D. Lee, Willard Richards. First person account kept by others. 'Lieut. Genl Brigham Young's Journal 1844'
3 - Wikipedia, List of Brigham Young's Wives, http://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/List_of_Brigham_Young%27s_wives
4 - Brigham Young Journal (1801-1877) Journal #2 July, 1837- Mar. 1845
5 - Wikipedia, 19th Century (Mormonism), http://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/19th_century_(Mormonism)
6 - Quinn, D. Michael, The Mormon Hierarchy: Origins of Power, Appendix 6, Biographical Sketches of General Officers of the Church of Jesus Christ of Latter-day Saints, 1830-47, http://amzn.to/origins-power
7 - Utah History Encyclopedia: Eliza R. Snow, http://www.media.utah.edu/UHE/s/SNOW%2CELIZA.html
8 - Utah History Encyclopedia: Hosea Stout, http://www.media.utah.edu/UHE/s/STOUT%2CHOSEA.html
9 - Cook, Lyndon W., The Revelations of the Prophet Joseph Smith: A Historical and Biographical Commentary of the Doctrine and Covenants, Seventy's Mission Bookstore, Provo UT, 1985, http://amzn.to/RevelationsofJosephSmith
10 - Homer, Michael, 'Similarity of Priesthood in Masonry':The Relationship Between Freemasonry and Mormonism, Dialogue, Vol. 27, No. 3

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Mormon History, Oct 21, 1844, Monday

-- Oct 21, 1844, Monday
[William Clayton Writings] Monday 21th (sic) ... P.M. I went to see M. Aspen she has made up her mind to go with me. I also went to see A. H. she is better. (1)

-- Oct 22, 1844
[Brigham Young Journal] tusday came to the Norwegon settlement had a meeting in the evening with the Bretherin (2)

[U.S. Religious History] The "Great Disappointment" occurred when the return of Christ, predicted by William Miller, failed to happen once again. At least 100,000 disillusioned followers returned to their former churches or abandoned Christianity completely - but many went on establish what would become known as the Adventist Churches. (3)

-- Oct 23, 1844
[Apostle Wilford Woodruff Journal] 23d I Parted with the friends & Elder Adams at Drewsville & rode in company with Elder A. Cordon to Peterborough & had an interesting meeting with the Saints. I spent the night with Br Livingston. 33 miles. Droped my watch & broke my crystal to atoms as I dreamed. (4)

[Nauvoo Neighbor] Letter to the Editor: "The Nauvoo Library and Institute - Lyceum, &c." -- Signed, "An ObserverÂ…" -- Writer states that he has contributed money to the library, yet it is not operational, and doesn't appear to be moving very quickly. (5)

[Nauvoo Neighbor] Ordinances: "An Ordinance Concerning Spirituous Liquors and Other Purposes" -- Daniel Spencer -- First ordinance signed by the newly elected Gov. Spencer, describes a rule which holds that in order to purchase more than a gallon of liquor, one must obtain a license from the Mayor. (5)

-- Oct 24, 1844
[Brigham Young Journal] Thursday we left Autueray we drove all day a gainst a strong south wind came to Br P. P. Pratts farm 43 miles found Br Anson Pratt and his famely well they ware verry glad to see us stad all night cauld on Sister Delon she was glad to see us (2)

-- Oct 25, 1844
[Brigham Young Journal] Frida we came on 3 miles this side of Peoria put up with Nathan Stevens G have been unwell for a day or two but now am well (2)

-- Oct. 26th 1844
[High Council Minutes]

The High Council of the Church of Jesus Christ of Latter-Day Saints, met at the usual place of meeting according to adjournment, but as no business was presented for investigation, adjourned till next Saturday at one o'clock P.M. to meet in the Hall of the Seventies

C.C. Pendleton Clk (6)

-- Oct 27, 1844. Sunday.
[William Clayton Journal] A.M. went to fetch books from the office. Called at Brother Cutlers. Then went to George Millers, in council with N[ewel] K. Whitney, Orson Pratt, George A. Smith, George Miller, Amasa Lyman, Lucien Woodworth and John D. Parker. Brother Parker has been prying into the secret designs of the mob. He has professed to be an apostate and by that means got into their secret councils. He was told by the mob that all their plans to overthrow the church has completely failed, but they had one plan in view which they felt satisfied would accomplish the purpose and that plan was to obtain our sacred records and destroy them and also obtain testimony from them to our overthrow. They gave him to understand that this was to be accomplished by the means of a man in our midst who had free access to the records and who had agreed to put them in possession of them. They finally told Brother Parker that the man who was to do this was W. W. Phelps and Parker was told by
several that Phelps was the man on whom they depended to get the records. I went over to Dr. Richards and found that all the records were safe in his hands. There was also considerable fears entertained that Brother [Reynolds] Cahoon is not true to us. A[lmon] Babbitt is suspected from good evidence of being treacherous and of conspiring with the mob to overthrow us. (7)

-- Oct 28, 1844
[Nauvoo Temple] Brigham Young met with William Weeks and the Temple Committee at the Temple Office to settle differences between the two parties. The nature of the dispute is not known. (8)

-- 29th [Oct 1844]
[Brigham Young Journal] was at home the most part of the day in company with Elder Richards and others of the brether who came to pay him a visit (9)

-- 30th [Oct 1844]
[Brigham Young Journal] went and visited some of the brethren. (9)

-- Oct 30, 1844
[Nauvoo Neighbor] Announcement: "Notice" - Address of Col. Richardson -- Editorial -- Announces an address to be given by Col. Richardson in the Seventies Hall. (5)

Footnotes:
1 - Fillerup, Robert C., compiler; William Clayton Nauvoo Diaries and Personal Writings, A chronological compilation of the personal writings of William Clayton while he was a resident of Nauvoo, Illinois. http://www.boap.org/LDS/Early-Saints/clayton-diaries
2 - Brigham Young Journal (1801-1877) Journal #2 July, 1837- Mar. 1845
3 - Cline, Austin, History of American Religion: Timeline
4 - Wilford Woodruff's Journal: 1833-1898 Typescript, Volumes 1-9, Edited by Scott G. Kenney, Signature Books 1993, http://amzn.to/newmormonstudies
5 - http://boap.org/LDS/Nauvoo-Neighbor
6 - Minutes of the High Council of the Church of Jesus Christ of Nauvoo Illinois: Nauvoo Hancock County Illinois, http://amzn.to/newmormonstudies
7 - George D. Smith, An Intimate Chronicle; The Journals of William Clayton, Signature Books in association with Smith Research Associates, Salt Lake City, 1995, http://amzn.to/william-clayton
8 - Brown, Lisle (compiler), Chronology of the Construction, Destruction and Reconstruction of the Nauvoo Temple
9 - Brigham Young Journal # 4 in the handwriting of: William Clayton, Evan Greene, John D. Lee, Willard Richards. First person account kept by others. 'Lieut. Genl Brigham Young's Journal 1844'

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